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!
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
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KNITTING & CROCHET GROUP
Every Friday @ 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. Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None Registration? None |
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QUILTING & CRAFTING CLUB
Tuesday, January 17th from 9:30pm to 3:30pm; February 8th from 10am to 3:30pm; February 28th 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! Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None Registration? None |
SPECIAL IN PERSON & ONLINE PROGRAMS
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HOOKED ON BOOKS - WINTER READING CHALLENGE!
December 14th through February 14th The North Manchester Public Library’s Winter Reading Program is back and it’s better than ever! We have double the reading and double the prizes with a fun pirate theme to get everyone excited about books, audiobooks, and ebooks. Hooked on Books is open to children, teens, and adults. The Winter Reading Program begins December 14th and ends February 14th. Participants can register and track reading on the free Beanstack app (found in the app store on any smart device) or by using the Beanstack laptops at the library’s circulation desks. Each hour of reading logged earns 2 tickets. Tickets are entered in drawings for a wide variety of prizes donated by area businesses including free oil changes, haircuts, dining out, auto detailing, a 6 month gym membership, pool passes, photo shoots, groceries and fresh produce. Winter Readers can sign up for Hooked on Books anytime beginning Wednesday, December 14th and are encouraged to read their own interests in their preferred format at their own pace. For more information, or for instructions on how to sign up, visit our Winter Reading page! |
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COOKIES & CANVAS: TOOT SWEET WINTER
Thursday, January 18th @ 6pm 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!). Program Cost: Non-refundable $8 fee per person Program Age Requirements: 13 and up Registration? Yes, registration is required. Sign up at the front desk! |
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SWEET TREAT WEDNESDAY: NUTTER BUTTER BALLS
Wednesday, January 25th @ 6pm Looking for a fun after school snack? Need something quick and easy to take to your next social gathering? This is the recipe for you! Learn how to make this sweet little treat with just 5 ingredients! You will need:
Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None Registration? None |
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BLACK LIGHT BINGO
Friday, January 27th @ 6pm Bingo as you’ve never played it before! Wear white or neon shirts to the library and join us for a fabulous hour of Bingo under the blacklights. We’ll have fantastic prizes to give away for all ages. What a great way to brighten up your January! Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None Registration? None |
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SNOWFLAKE LANTERN
Wednesday, February 1st @ 6pm on Facebook This DIY Snowflake Lantern is a great way to add some festive atmosphere to your home on those dark winter nights! Pick up a kit from the Makerspace-2-Go shelf and tune in on Facebook for the instructional video. Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None, but recommended for ages 8 and up Registration? None |
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SNOW IN LOVE MASON JARS
Wednesday, February 8th @ 6pm Make this beautiful Valentine’s Day inspired décor! With sparkling glitter and a beautiful blush pink silk flower tied on with some twine, you’ll be swooning over this gorgeous craft. Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None, but recommended for ages 8 and up Registration? Yes, please call the front desk to sign up |
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NOBLE FICTION WRITERS OF NMPL
Saturday, February 11th @ 11am Are you looking for a way to improve your writing skills? The "Noble Fiction Writers of NMPL" group can help you write better fiction using time-tested techniques. You will enjoy writing prompts to help you learn how to use your craftsmanship, daring, and insight into human nature to create stories that feel real. You’ll be able to apply what you learn in this group to any genre of fiction – from mystery novels to science fiction. You’ll also have the opportunity to share your work with other writers and get feedback. Its a fun, creative, and safe place to write. So why wait? Mark you calendar today! Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None Registration? None |
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COOKIES & CANVAS: ONCE UPON A WISH
Wednesday, February 15th @ 6pm 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!). Program Cost: Non-refundable $8 fee per person Program Age Requirements: 13 and up Registration? Yes, registration is required. Sign up at the front desk! |
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MINI-BOHEMIAN PAINTING
Tuesday, February 21st @ 3:45pm This simple, minimalist painting style is easy to learn and the results are stunning in the home! Come spend a chill winter afternoon with us as we paint pre-drawn bohemian pictures on wood canvases. Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: 13+ Registration? YES. Registration is required, please call the front desk to sign up! |
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DIY LIGHTBULB FLOWER VASE
Wednesday, February 22nd @ 6pm on Facebook Grab a kit from the Makerspace-2-Go shelf and tune in on Facebook to make this dainty, adorable craft using just a lightbulb, flowers and twine. Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: None, but recommended for ages 8 and up Registration? None |
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MINI-BOHEMIAN PAINTING
Tuesday, February 28th @ 3:45pm This simple, minimalist painting style is easy to learn and the results are stunning in the home! Come spend a chill winter afternoon with us as we paint pre-drawn bohemian pictures on wood canvases. Program Cost: Free Program Age Requirements: 13+ Registration? YES. Registration is required, please call the front desk to sign up! |