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Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Manitowoc Local History Collection at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Manitowoc Local History Collection
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.

Family Activity Night - Play Around with Treehouse Theater

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Balkansky Community Room ABC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activity Night
Age Group:
Families, Elementary-Age
Event Details:

Join us for a night of theatrical fun!  We’ll play theater games to learn more about storytelling and character development.  Not a performer?  Not a problem! We’ll ...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room ABC
Age Group: Families, Elementary-Age
Program Type: Family Activity Night
Event Details:

Join us for a night of theatrical fun!  We’ll play theater games to learn more about storytelling and character development.  Not a performer?  Not a problem!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ag...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Happy Healthy Heart Storytime

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Get ready for spring with a healthy dose of stories and heart-pumping songs and movement activities for all ages. Our friends from HeartCorps and FoodWise will join us to share val...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Get ready for spring with a healthy dose of stories and heart-pumping songs and movement activities for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ag...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting,...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

MPL Insider: Beyond the Books with Tim & Emily

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual
Age Group:
All Ages
Virtual:

Experience quality programming from the comfort of home via the internet!

Event Details:

Join Tim & Emily for a behind-the-scenes look at Manitowoc Public Library services and events. Each episode will feature Guest Appearances from MPL Staff. Please join us LIVE f...

Virtual Event
Program Location: Virtual
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Virtual

Virtual

Experience quality programming from the comfort of home via the internet!

Event Details:

Join Tim & Emily for a behind-the-scenes look at Manitowoc Public Library services and events. Each episode will feature Guest Appearances from MPL Staff.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Book Discussion: Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Book Discussion:

Meet fellow book lovers for engaging conversation.

Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of the Newbery Award-winning novel that is both a hilarious, wrenching, and hopeful story about finding your friends, healing your heart, and speaking your...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion

Book Discussion

Meet fellow book lovers for engaging conversation.

Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of the Newbery Award-winning novel that is both a hilarious, wrenching, and hopeful story about finding your friends, healing your heart, and speaking your truth.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Messy Marvins

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

It's baby art studio morning! We provide the supplies; you supply the creativity!  Drop in any time during this hour with your littles (babies to preschool age) for an artisti...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's baby art studio morning! We provide the supplies; you supply the creativity!  Drop in any time during this hour with your littles (babies to preschool age) for an artistic experience.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Learn About Libby: The Online Reading App

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

The Libby app gives you access to thousands of free eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines that you can read online. Haven’t tried Libby yet? Join us for a demonstration of Libby and re...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

The Libby app gives you access to thousands of free eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines that you can read online. Haven’t tried Libby yet? Join us for a demonstration of Libby and receive hands on assistance with the app.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Manitowoc Public Library Board Meeting

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For meeting information, agendas, and minutes, please visit the City of Manitowoc website: https://www.manitowoc.org/89/Agendas-Minutes  

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

For meeting information, agendas, and minutes, please visit the City of Manitowoc website: https://www.manitowoc.org/89/Agendas-Minutes

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Great Decisions 2025

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Balkansky Community Room ABC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture/Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Lecture/Speaker:

Learn from experts about a variety of topics that hit close to home and span the globe.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture/Speaker

Lecture/Speaker

Learn from experts about a variety of topics that hit close to home and span the globe.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DWD Employment Assistance & Career Counseling

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Franklin Street Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drop-In Employment Assistance: Department of Workforce Development staff will provide onsite services, including resume writing, assistance with online applications, assistance reg...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Franklin Street Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Drop-In Employment Assistance: Department of Workforce Development staff will provide onsite services, including resume writing, assistance with online applications, assistance registering in Job Center of Wisconsin, and more!&nbs

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Manitowoc Local History Collection at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Manitowoc Local History Collection
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

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

Space to Write

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Street Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Special Event:

You never know what you’ll discover at MPL!

Event Details:

Do you have a novel or short story you want to write? How about a screenplay or a memoir? Poetry? Graphic novels? Then you need – Space to Write! Every second and fourth Tuesday...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Franklin Street Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop

Special Event

You never know what you’ll discover at MPL!

Event Details:

Do you have a novel or short story you want to write? How about a screenplay or a memoir? Poetry? Graphic novels? Then you need – Space to Write!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Glowforge Badging Session

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Idea Box at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us in the Idea Box for a demonstration of our Glowforge. The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood. Library Staff will ...

Required
Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us in the Idea Box for a demonstration of our Glowforge. The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ag...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting,...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ag...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting,...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DWD Employment Assistance & Career Counseling

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Franklin Street Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drop-In Employment Assistance: Department of Workforce Development staff will provide onsite services, including resume writing, assistance with online applications, assistance reg...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Franklin Street Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Drop-In Employment Assistance: Department of Workforce Development staff will provide onsite services, including resume writing, assistance with online applications, assistance registering in Job Center of Wisconsin, and more!&nbs

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Manitowoc Local History Collection at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Manitowoc Local History Collection
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ag...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting,...

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Event Details:

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.