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This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

StoryWalk® Downtown: Set Sail for Pancakes

All Day 5/1 - 7/31
Library Events, Offsite Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: PreK, Kids
Program Type: Library Events, Offsite Events
Event Details:

The StoryWalk® Downtown is a self-directed walk available May-July. The walk starts at Manhattan Public Library's north windows along 629 Poyntz Avenue.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Summer Reading Challenge

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
Online
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Online
Event Details:

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the Manhattan Public Library’s Summer Reading Program: "Adventure Begins at the Library!" Dive into the R

10 am
This event is in the "PreK" group.

18 Months & Up Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen to stories and have music time. The target age for this storytime is children 18 months old and up.

This event is in the "PreK" group.

18 Months & Up Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen to stories and have music time. The target age for this storytime is children 18 months old and up.

This event is in the "PreK" group.

Baby Rhyme Time for 0-18 Months

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Caregivers sit with their little ones to sing, clap and play along with rhymes, read a short book together, and have shaker music time. Learn a new word in baby sign language each week.

11 am
This event is in the "PreK" group.

Baby Rhyme Time for 0-18 Months

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Caregivers sit with their little ones to sing, clap and play along with rhymes, read a short book together, and have shaker music time. Learn a new word in baby sign language each week.

This event is in the "PreK" group.

3 & Up Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Librarians will present an active storytime for children ages 3 and up, with books on the big screen, action rhymes, parachute time and music. Storytime is great for helping children develop early literacy skills.

This event is in the "PreK" group.

18 Months & Up Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen to stories and have music time. The target age for this storytime is children 18 months old and up.

This event is in the "PreK" group.

Saturday Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Saturday storytimes combine the best elements of all our storytimes to suit a wide range of ages so that the whole family can attend together. We will read stories, sing songs, learn rhymes and dance to music with shakers.

 

12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:

Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.This program is intended for adults and teens.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Club (K-2nd Gr.)

1:30pm - 2:15pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:

Let's build together! K-2nd graders will build a new structure each week using the library's Legos. Socialize with other kids and use your imagination! Children may attend independently.

2 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen S'mores Extravaganza (6th-12th Gr.)

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Calling all s’mores enthusiasts! Our Teen S’mores Extravaganza is a delectable blend of culinary creativity, outdoor adventure, and sweet nostalgia. Get ready to toast marshmallows, melt chocolate, and assemble the ultimate s’mores masterpieces.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Events for 3rd-6th Graders: Olympic Adventures

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Events, Special Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Library Events, Special Events
Event Details:

If it’s adventure you seek, kids entering 3rd-6th grades should join us for a special themed program each week!
July 10th - Olympic Adventures

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Basic Tech Class for Adults

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Classes & Workshops, Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Collaboration Space & Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn technology basics in this three-part course designed to help folks re-entering the workforce. Start your digital adventure! Meet in the library's Collaboration Space on the first floor.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Events for K-2nd Graders: Fantasy World Party

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Events, Special Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Library Events, Special Events
Event Details:

Kids entering K-2nd grades are invited to a special themed program each week!
July 11th - Fantasy World Party

This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Club (3rd-6th Gr.)

2:30pm - 3:15pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:

Let's build together! 3rd-6th graders will build a new structure each week using the library's Legos. Socialize with other kids and use your imagination! 

3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than competitive, so plan to have fun and make new friends.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

DIY Night for Adults and Teens: Sky Lanterns

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Adults and teens (7th Gr. & up) can can learn a new do-it-yourself project with a fun group and some guidance from librarians and other community members. Socialize with others and enjoy being creative and crafty. Registration is required.

7 pm
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Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

True Colors invites you to attend our community presentation, Strengthening Adult Allyship of LGBTQIA+ Youth in the Flint Hills.