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!
CALENDARS
REGULARLY SCHEDULED PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS
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STORYTIME
Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 11am Storytime is always a good time! Whether we're using dot markers and making playdough, reading a story about our favorite animal pals or our favorite holidays, kids of all ages will love this weekly program! |
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TEEN MAKERS
Every Wednesday @ 3:45pm in the Makerspace Teens ages 13-18 are invited to meet in the NMPL Makerspace for snacks and activities! Masks are required at all inside library events |
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BETWEEN
Every Thursday @ 3:45pm in the Makerspace Patrons ages 9-12 are invited to the NMPL Makerspace for activities and an after-school snack! Masks are required at all inside library events |
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KNITTING & CROCHET GROUP
Every Friday at 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! |
SPECIAL ONLINE & IN PERSON PROGRAMMING EVENTS
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LEGO CLUB: HAUNTED HOUSE
Wednesday, October 13th @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Participants can tackle weekly challenges or build their own creations. This week, you'll design your own perfectly spooky Haunted House! |
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NMPL'S SPOOKY SILLY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Thursday, October 14th from 5pm to 7pm It’s back! NMPL’s biggest party of the year! In order to keep everyone safe, NMPL has moved the party outdoors where families can enjoy wagon rides, a spooky egg hunt, party games, and more! Don’t forget about our annual costume contest where trophies will be awarded for the best costumes in multiple categories (Winners will be announced the following day.) Costume categories are as follows:
This event has been sponsored by Riverbridge Electric LLC |
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HOMESCHOOL ART CLASS: RENE MAGRITTE & SURREALISM
Monday, October 18th @ 2pm Clouds, pipes, bowler hats, and green apples: these remain some of the most immediately recognizable icons of René Magritte, the Belgian painter, and well-known Surrealist. In this session of Homeschool Art, children will learn about the artist and his use of everyday items to create surrealist art. The session will begin with a short presentation in the Blocher Community Room and will be followed by an activity inspired by Magritte’s work. Wearing clothes that can get messy is always a good idea! Registration is required for every child planning to attend. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to bring a folder to keep any coloring pages or fact sheets they are given during the class. Masks are required for all indoor programs. November class registration will open on October 4th. |
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EVENING TALES: CANDY CORN JARS
Monday, October 18th @ 6pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! Today we'll learn to make Candy Corn Jars - perfect for decorating your room or holding all your candy. |
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ANIMAL EAR HEADBANDS
Tuesday, October 19th @ 4pm All ages are welcome to attend a fun crafting session and make their own animal ear headbands perfect for Halloween costumes or every day imaginary play! |
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LEGO CLUB: SPOOKY SILLY MONSTERS
Wednesday, October 20th @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Participants can tackle weekly challenges or build their own creations. This week you'll make a Spooky Silly Monster and help us decorate the Children’s Department! |
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MARBLED MINI PUMPKINS
Monday, October 25th @ 3:45pm How gorgeous are these marbled mini pumpkins? They'll be perfect as a table centerpiece, placed on a windowsill, or scattered about on a colorful bookcase! Come learn to make these for yourself at this fun program! This is an outdoor program because of nail polish fumes -- if the weather is poor, this program will be canceled. No registration is required, supplies are first come first serve. |
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EVENING TALES: GAMES
Monday, October 25th @ 3:45pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! This week to time to play Games and win prizes! |
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HAUNTED BOOK NOOKS
Tuesday, October 26th @ 2pm on Facebook Add a touch of spooky coziness to your favorite bookshelf with an adorable book nook! Pick up a book nook kit at the library and join us live on Facebook for the tutorial! Kits will be available October 5th and are first come first serve. |
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TEEN ICE CREAM PARTY
Wednesday, October 27th @ 3:45pm Teens ages 13-18 are invited to meet in the NMPL Makerspace for an ice cream party! Masks are required at all indoor programs. |
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LEGO CLUB: IT'S THE GREAT PUMPKIN!
Wednesday, October 27th @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Participants can tackle weekly challenges or build their own creations. This week... It’s the Great Pumpkin, Lego Club! Use Lego bricks to build a Great Pumpkin that would make Charlie Brown proud! |
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OVERBOOKED BOOK CLUB: "SOMEONE WE KNOW"
Wednesday, October 27th @ 7pm on Zoom Pick up our October book club book, Someone We Know by Shari Lapena, then join us via Zoom to discuss the book and to meet new friends! Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81876018547... Meeting ID: 818 7601 8547 Passcode: 798759 "Maybe you don't know your neighbors as well as you thought you did . . . "This is a very difficult letter to write. I hope you will not hate us too much. . . My son broke into your home recently while you were out." In a quiet, leafy suburb in upstate New York, a teenager has been sneaking into houses--and into the owners' computers as well--learning their secrets, and maybe sharing some of them, too. Who is he, and what might he have uncovered? After two anonymous letters are received, whispers start to circulate, and suspicion mounts. And when a woman down the street is found murdered, the tension reaches the breaking point. Who killed her? Who knows more than they're telling? And how far will all these very nice people go to protect their own secrets? In this neighborhood, it's not just the husbands and wives who play games. Here, everyone in the family has something to hide . . . You never really know what people are capable of. " |
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COSTUME STORYTIME & PARADE
Wednesday, October 28th @ 11am Come to a very special Costume Storytime in your favorite Halloween Costume and participate in a fun parade around the library! |
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BETWEEN ICE CREAM PARTY
Wednesday, October 28th @ 3:45pm Patrons ages 9-12 are invited to the NMPL Makerspace for an ice cream party! Masks are required at all indoor NMPL events. |
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SPOOKY SILLY MOVIE NIGHT: "GOOSEBUMPS"
Thursday, October 29th @ 5:30pm Join us for fresh hot popcorn and a Spooky Silly showing of the Goosebumps movie! "Upset about moving from the big city to a small town, young Zach Cooper finds a silver lining when he meets his beautiful neighbor Hannah. The teen is surprised to learn that Hannah's mysterious father is R.L. Stine, the famous author of the best-selling "Goosebumps" series. When Zach accidentally unleashes the monsters from the fantastic tales, it's up to Stine, his daughter and Cooper to return the beasts back to the books where they belong." Movie Rating: PG Movie Length: 1 hour 43 minutes |
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HOMESCHOOL ART CLASS: SALVADOR DALI
Monday, November 1st @ 2pm Surrealist painter Salvador Dali was known for his amazing mustaches, his unusual pets, and his bizarre paintings. Join us as we dive into a world of melting watches and optical illusions. In each session of Homeschool Art, children will learn about the artist and their use of everyday items to create surrealist art. Sessions will begin with a short presentation in the Blocher Community Room and will be followed by an activity inspired by the artist's work. Wearing clothes that can get messy is always a good idea! Registration is required for every child planning to attend. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to bring a folder to keep any coloring pages or fact sheets they are given during the class. Masks are required for all indoor programs. |
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EVENING TALES: DIA DE LOS MUERTOS!
Monday, November 1st @ 6pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! Dia de los Muertos! This special Mexican holiday is a beautiful celebration of family and friends. Join us as we learn about the traditions of Day of the Dead and paint sugar skull designs. |
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LEGO CLUB: DIA DE LOS MUERTOS SKULLS
Wednesday, November 3rd @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Participants can tackle weekly challenges or build their own creations. Dia de los Muertos! This special Mexican holiday is a beautiful celebration of family and friends. Join us as we learn about the traditions of Day of the Dead and paint sugar skull designs. |
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EVENING TALES: DIWALI LOTUS LIGHTS
Monday, November 8th @ 6pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! Diwali Lotus Light. Learn how to make a beautiful Lotus Light in honor of the Hindu festival of lights! |
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LEGO CLUB: CARRIER SNAIL HABITAT
Wednesday, November 10th @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Carrier Snail Habitat. These plucky little snails are great at using found objects to construct their mobile homes. Fast facts about carrier snails and a great building challenge make for another fun session! |
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COOKIES & CANVAS: PUMPKIN PATCH PICKUP
Wednesday, November 10th @ 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!). 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. |
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COOK A BOOK: COTTAGE LOAF
Friday, November 12th @ 11am on Facebook The library’s cookbook shelves are chock full of incredible recipes. You could spend months cooking your way through all of them! We're going to make the “Which one should I check out?” decision a little bit easier by highlighting a delicious recipe for you to try out! Cottage Loaf: This traditional English bread is a great choice for the cool fall months. Tune in to learn how to make it - and be sure to have some butter and jam on hand for eating afterwards! |
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HOMESCHOOL ART CLASS: ELSA SCHIAPARELLI
Monday, November 15th @ 2pm Fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli collaborated with some of the most famous artists of her time. Her unique way of seeing the world and taking inspiration from modern art movements resulted in unforgettable couture. Today we explore an art form that impacts all of us: fashion design. In each session of Homeschool Art, children will learn about the artist and their use of everyday items to create surrealist art. Sessions will begin with a short presentation in the Blocher Community Room and will be followed by an activity inspired by the artist's work. Wearing clothes that can get messy is always a good idea! Registration is required for every child planning to attend. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to bring a folder to keep any coloring pages or fact sheets they are given during the class. Masks are required for all indoor programs. |
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EVENING TALES: CHAMPY T-SHIRTS
Monday, November 15th @ 6pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! Champy T-Shirts: The mythical creature of Lake Champlain - is it real? Learn about the sightings and the stories behind this legend - then decide for yourself! We’ll be decorating Champy T-shirts to take home! |
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LEGO CLUB: SNACK ATTACK
Wednesday, November 17th @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Participants can tackle weekly challenges or build their own creations. Snack Attack! Enjoy munching on goodies while building with our collection of thousands of Lego bricks. |
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LAKE CITY BANK PRESENTS... FINANCIAL WELLNESS: BUDGETING
Wednesday, November 17th @ 6pm Start the path to Financial Wellness with Budgeting! In this informative workshop, Lake City Bank will teach participants how to start budgeting, analyze their spending, create a spending plan, and more! |
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INDIANA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: AUTHOR CHANTEL MASSEY
Thursday, November 18th @ 6pm on Zoom Noted Indiana poet Chantel Massey will present a virtual evening of poetry reading and conversation. The appearance is made possible through the support of an Indiana Authors Award grant, administered by Indiana Humanities. The virtual event, which begins at 6 p.m., is open to the public, free of charge. ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89073492253 Massey is on a lifelong mission to inspire curiosity, celebration, creativity and challenge how we engage with the world. Her work advocates for human rights and social justice. She explores these issues with a confessional and emotional honesty through Blackness, womanhood, identity, memory and familial relationships. She published her first collection of poetry, “Bursting at the Seams,” in 2018. The work earned a 2020 nomination for the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Author Awards, which recognizes the Hoosier State’s top emerging authors. She was also a nominee for a 2019 Best of the Net Award, an annual online anthology curated and hosted by Sundress Publications to honor the best online writing. |
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SANTA'S WORKSHOP
Saturday, November 20th from 10am to 2pm It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The NMPL elves have been hard at work creating all kinds of fun, beautiful ornaments, décor and gifts. And they’re inviting you to come to Santa’s Workshop to see all the wonderful things they have made! This is the ultimate, kid-friendly shopping experience, with free NMPL bucks given out at the door so our young community members can enjoy “buying” gifts for family and friends. Kids at heart can shop too, with NMPL bucks available for purchase and all funds raised going towards future library programming. As a special treat, Santa will be visiting between 11am - 1pm to pass out candy canes and take pictures with all his fans! |
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EVENING TALES: THANKSIGIVING!
Monday, November 22nd @ 6pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! Thanksgiving! We’ve got some fun turkey games to play as we celebrate Thanksgiving and all we have to be grateful for! |
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TRAVELS WITH FOOD: MAGIC RAMEN
Tuesday, November 23rd @ 6pm Many of us have eaten Ramen, but few know the heartwarming story behind these colorful noodle packets. We’ll learn the inspiring life story of creator Momofuku Ando, the impact his product has had around the world, and how to make a tasty, nutritious stir fry. Pick up a kit at our kit shelf and then tune in to Facebook at 6pm for a new program series! |
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LEGO CLUB: THANKSGIVING FOOD
Wednesday, November 24th @ 3:45pm Come build with the library’s collection of thousands of Lego bricks! Participants can tackle weekly challenges or build their own creations. Thanksgiving Food. What dish do you HAVE to have on the Thanksgiving table? Tell us all about it - and then see if you can make it from Legos |
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EVENING TALES: PINECONE OWLS
Monday, November 29th @ 6pm Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks! Pinecone Owls: These adorable owls will look great perched around the house this winter. Join us for Evening Tales and make a few! |