Adult and Teen Programs
Children's Programs
Ongoing Programs and Meetings
 
Programs
Adult and Teen Programs
 

Novellas for Springtime
Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.; Blocher Community Room

Book discussions led by Jonathan Watson, Manchester College.

March 25: The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark

April 28: The Grass Harp by Truman Capote

May 26: The Red Pony by John Steinbeck

 

 

Anime Club
Third Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.; Blocher Community Room

Adults and teens ages 14+ are invited to attend the first meeting of NMPL's new Anime Club.  Avid fans and newbies alike are welcome. Next meeting is on April 15.

 

Crop 'Til You Drop
Saturday, March 27, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Blocher Community Room

Getting cabin fever? Want to catch up on your scrapbooking in the company of other scrapbooking enthusiasts?

Bring a snack to share, a sack lunch (or you can go out), drinks, your projects, and supplies for the day. Supper can be pizza ordered in, or you can go to one of the many places close by.
Crop Til You Drop is free of charge.

 

Writing to Claim Your Stories
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to noon;
Blocher Community Room

Led by Dr. Beate Gilliar of Manchester College:

February 13: Autobiographical essays

March 13: Layering elements for narrative

April 10: Writing to be whole

May 8: Finishing the journey

 

Teen Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.; NMPL basement

March 24: Play the Wii and/or your favorite board games

March 31: Play the Wii and/or your favorite board games

April 7: Wii tournament for all ages (3:00 - 7:00 p.m.)

April 14: Play the Wii and/or your favorite board games

April 21: Play the Wii and/or your favorite board games

April 28: Play the Wii and/or your favorite board games

 

 
 
Children's Programs
 
Fantastic Fun Club
Fantastic Fun Club is a popular after-school program for K-5th graders. FFC-ers enjoy activities like cooking, art projects, games, and fun with friends! Sign up for Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. FFC begins March 9 and 10 and will continue through April 20 and 21.
 
Storytimes
Storytimes begin January 18 and 19 for 3- to 7-year-olds who will enjoy storytelling, making art, playing games and music, and doing many other fun activities. Mondays at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Tuesdays at 10 p.m. Ends April 19 and 20.
 
Toddler Times
Two-year-olds and their adults will enjoy being together while listening to stories, making crafts, playing simple games, and eating snacks. Toddler Time begins January 18 and 19 and continues through February 22 and 23. Sign up for Mondays or Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
 
Ongoing Programs and Events

Library Board Meeting

Usually meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.

  • Next meeting: Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.