The North Manchester Public Library offers a great mix of in-person and online programming!  We provide a range of programming for small children to senior citizens (and everyone in between).  Take a look at our calendar to see the literary, culinary, artistic, cultural, and educational activities we have going on each month!  

Virtual programs can be accessed live on Facebook or Zoom.  Recordings are permanently available on the Library's Facebook page. 
Take home kits for many programs are available for free at the front desk and enrich the virtual experience. Attending in person? Supplies for the various activities are made available at each of our in-house programs.

We look forward to getting to know you as we explore the world around us!​

REGULARLY SCHEDULED IN PERSON & ONLINE PROGRAMS

​KNITTING & CROCHET GROUP
Every Friday in March @ 1:30pm in the Conference Room
Whether you are new to knitting and crochet, or have been enjoying this relaxing craft for years, you'll love our weekly Knitting & Crochet Group here at the library! Come join others in the NMPL Conference Room on Friday afternoons for a relaxing time to work on your current craft projects and to meet new friends!
Beginner and eager to learn? You'll find a helpful teacher here! Beginners should bring a pair of needles (size 6 to 9), and a skein of light colored, worsted weight yarn. Worsted weight yarn is also labeled 4. Light colors are recommended as it is easier to see individual stitches with the light color.
All are welcome!

QUILTING & CRAFTING CLUB
Friday, April 29th; Thursday, May 4th; Tuesday, May 24th from 10am to 4pm in the Blocher Room
If you love crafting, and enjoy gatherings of other creative minds to work on projects together, this club is for you! Gather your current projects, and head to the library to meet up, have a laugh, and share crafting tips and skills in a relaxing environment. All skill levels, mediums, and crafters are welcome!

SPECIAL IN PERSON & ONLINE PROGRAMS

SCRAPBOOK FLOWER WALL ART
Wednesday, April 27th @ 6pm on Facebook
This program is for those DIY fans! Each kit will contain a wide variety of petals, a 16 x 20 canvas and paint for this DIY craft. You’ll have the complete freedom to lay and arrange the petals however you like! Another beautiful piece that’ll look great in your home!

COOK A BOOK: VEGAN PULLED PORK
Friday, April 29th @ 11am on Facebook
Tune into Facebook Live to watch Sarah deconstruct a 20+ lb. jackfruit and show you how to make a quick and delicious vegan pulled pork.  While an unfamiliar sight in the Midwest, this staple of many Asian countries has a lot to offer foodies!

DIY TILE COASTERS
Wednesday, May 4th @ 6pm 
​Coasters save your tables from sweaty cold and piping hot drinks... so why not make such a utilitarian item fun and unique with a DIY Tile Coaster?! Grab a kit from the Makerspace-2-Go, then plan to tune in to Facebook for the instructional video.

GEOMETRIC PAPER WALL ART
Wednesday, May 11th @ 6pm on Facebook
This home décor you will have to get into the origami frame of mind. Pick up a kit from the Makerspace-2-Go and tune into Facebook to learn how to make this beautiful, 3D piece with just paper.

COOK A BOOK: GHANA YAM
Friday, May 13th @ 11am on Facebook
The West African nation of Ghana produces 8 million tons of yams a year - and for good reason! These starchy tubers are incredibly delicious and make an excellent pairing with a stew from one of the library’s African cookbooks. Tune into Facebook to learn how to prepare yam!

CREATIVE WRITER'S RETREAT
Saturday, May 14th from 11am to 1pm in the Blocher Room

CREATIVE WRITING IS THERAPY FOR YOUR SOUL
Your creative voice is beautiful and unique. It also usually shy and vulnerable. But, if you can be emotionally brave and express it in your own way, you can change the world around you. This is the perfect place for your sensitive soul to relax, express, and be touched by being among other kindred creative spirits.

ALL ARE WELCOME - CREATIVE EXPRESSION KNOWS NO AGE
Many who have attended in the past consider this group a "sacred space." Creative sees creative, and love and light sees love and light. This is a safe place for creative expression. You will be in a warm, encouraging and nurturing setting.

GOOD NEWS! - NO PRESSURE, BECAUSE YOU CAN'T DO IT WRONG.
Remember this: "There is No Right or Wrong Way to Write from Your Heart."
Bring something to write with and enjoy the experience of creative expression in action. This is not a class or course. There is no test. It's FUN!

Compelling writing prompts are used, and you will have a chance to share with the group. But you don't have to. If you hear the "creative call" and attend, you may be surprised at what you may discover within yourself.
Please attend and experience it for yourself.
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These sessions will be taught by Randy Ragan. For additional information, call 260-306-1769.

BASICS OF CROSS STITCH PORTRAITS: KIDS
Wednesday, May 18th @ 6pm on Facebook
Building on the techniques we've learned in our previous Cross-Stitch Classes, learn how to design, map, prepare, and stitch kids! You'll learn proper stitch sizing, from toddlers to teens, as well as different ways to sew babies. These personalized cross-stitch family portraits are perfect to give away as gifts for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and other big life events!
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Want to stich along with us? You will need:
- A Cross-stitch Kit from the library (Includes Patterns, Graph Paper, Aida 14 Count Fabric, & Embroidery Hoop)
- Coloring Pencils
- Embroidery floss
- Scissors
- Sewing Needles ​

COOKIES & CANVAS: HELLO SPRING!
Wednesday, May 25th @ 6pm in the Blocher Room​
Hobby painters and beginners will love our Cookies and Canvas series! Step-by-step instructions take participants on a journey towards a beautiful masterpiece. The fun themes are perfect for porch hangings, mantel decorations, and special gifts for family and friends. Love painting but in a dry spell? Let us provide the inspiration for your next piece. Are you a watercolor fiend or an oil painting master? Why not give acrylics a whirl!? Not too confident in your art skills? Give C & C a try - you'll be pleasantly surprised with the results (plus, there will be cookies!).
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​This class is for teens and adults ages 13+ and requires registration. Class size is limited so painting reservations are first-come, first-serve. A materials fee of $8 per person will be due at registration. These fees are non-refundable. Register at the front desk or by the calling the library.

​NMPL'S MARVEL-OUS SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Friday, June 1st through Saturday, July 30th
​Our summer reading program is a great way to get everyone excited about reading! Enjoy reading whatever books they want at their own pace, winning some amazing prizes, and attending some FABULOUS programs. Stay tuned for more information!