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!​

COVID-19 UPDATE

As of January 13th, properly worn face masks are required inside the library. Due to the county Covid metrics moving to "red status", the North Manchester Public Library will resume requiring the use of properly worn face masks while in the library. Masks are also required for any in-person programming. For more information on NMPL service strategies during Covid, please click HERE. 
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The library staff will continue sanitation measures for materials and the facility. The use of hand sanitizers and social distancing practices are still recommended. If you do not have a mask, a free one one will be provided for you at the front desk.

If you are uncomfortable coming into the library for any reason, we encourage you to use our curbside service or Libby, our free e-library.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS

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!

COZY UP STORYTIME
Saturdays at 9am on Facebook
A book and a big, FUZZY blanket are a great pair. Join us for Cozy-Up Storytime right from your own home! We will be singing songs and reading a book that gives you that warm fuzzy feeling (other than your blanket)! ​

SPECIAL ONLINE & IN PERSON PROGRAMMING EVENTS

​WINTER READING CHALLENGE
Monday, January 3rd through Monday, January 31st 
The snow may be piling up and the icy winds may be blowing, but we’ve got plenty to keep you occupied this month with a spectacular Winter Reading Challenge! Pick up a Bookopoly board from a circulation desk and read your way around the board to earn NMPL Bucks to spend at future events like Little Bookshop on Market Street and Santa’s Workshop! Visit our Winter Reading Program page for all the details!

EVENING TALES: LION WALL HANGING
Monday, January 24th @ 6pm
Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks!
Lion Wall Hanging: Upcycle cardboard and fabric scraps into a friendly looking lion to stand guard!

PAPER CAN DO WHAT NOW?! MOSAICS
Tuesday, January 25th @ 3:45pm
Paper is more than just a thing to write down reminders on. In this 4 week class, we will creatively dive in and learn the durability of paper and how to glue, cut and weave it into beautiful things!

CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB: FIREFIGHER TRAINING
​3rd-5th Grade: Tuesday, January 25th @ 6pm
K-2nd Grade: Wednesday, January 26th @ 3:45pm
​It’s back! We have an incredible lineup of games, creations, and fun to help us explore math concepts in this third season of our Crazy 8's Club. Crazy 8’s Math will run for 8 weeks and children must be registered in advance (call or visit the library) to participate. 3rd - 5th graders can join the Tuesday, 6 pm sessions. K - 2nd graders can join the Wednesday, 3:45 pm sessions.
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Week 4: Today we'll find out how much math firefighters do! First, see how many pounds of gear they have to carry while moving quickly. Next, learn what the different color caps on fire hydrants mean and how much water we need to put out a fire.

PARACORD BRACELTS
Wednesday, January 26th @ 6pm on Facebook
​We have some good news for you: we've made this program virtual... with KITS! That's right! We know these bracelets can be a little tricky to make, so we wanted to give you ample time to settle in, and rewind and re-watch as many times as you need!

Stop by the library today and head to the Makerspace-2-Go section to pick up your kit, then plan to tune in to the NMPL Facebook page to learn how to make these survival bracelets with us! It’ll be a great skill set to learn especially if you like to camp, hike or enjoy being outside in general... not to mention, they just look cool!

​BOOK FOLDING: UNDER THE BIG TOP
Friday, January 28th @ 4pm on Facebook
Turn a discarded book into a whimsical circus tent! Grab a kit from the kit shelf and join us on Facebook Live for another great book folding project.

​EVENING TALES: SNOW GLOBE ME!
Monday, January 31st @ 6pm
Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks!
Snow Globe Me! These snow globes are extra special - you’ll get to put a picture of yourself into them! Bring a favorite picture if you like but we’ll have everything we need to take and print your picture as well.

​ORIGAMI: JUMPING FROGS
Tuesday, February 1st @ 3:45pm 
Origami, also called paper folding, is the art of folding objects out of paper to create both two-dimensional and three-dimensional subjects. The word origami is from the Japanese oru [“to fold”] and kami [“paper”].

This art is beloved the world over and we're excited to explore it further in this exciting new program. Learn to make jumping frogs, beads, corner bookmarks and snapping mouths... all out of paper! 

CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB: ROAD TRIP
​3rd-5th Grade: Tuesday, February 1st @ 6pm
K-2nd Grade: Wednesday, February 2nd @ 3:45pm
​It’s back! We have an incredible lineup of games, creations, and fun to help us explore math concepts in this third season of our Crazy 8's Club. Crazy 8’s Math will run for 8 weeks and children must be registered in advance (call or visit the library) to participate. 3rd - 5th graders can join the Tuesday, 6 pm sessions. K - 2nd graders can join the Wednesday, 3:45 pm sessions.

Road Trip! This week you're going to take a trip across the United States, driving your car from the West Coast to the East Coast on the interstate highway system. Can you be the first to complete the journey?

EVENING TALES: CHINESE NEW YEAR
Monday, February 7th @ 6pm
​​​Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks!
Chinese New Year: Tonight we’re learning about Chinese New Year, which is celebrated a month after the USA’s New Year. Why are these two New Years so far apart and why were those dates chosen? Come find out and make a beautiful candle holder!

ORIGAMI: BEADS
Tuesday, February 8th @ 3:45pm
​Origami, also called paper folding, is the art of folding objects out of paper to create both two-dimensional and three-dimensional subjects. The word origami is from the Japanese oru [“to fold”] and kami [“paper”].
This art is beloved the world over and we're excited to explore it further in this exciting new program. Learn to make jumping frogs, beads, corner bookmarks and snapping mouths... all out of paper! ​

​CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB: LASER MAZE CRAZE
​3rd-5th Grade: Tuesday, February 8th @ 6pm
K-2nd Grade: Wednesday, February 9th @ 3:45pm
​It’s back! We have an incredible lineup of games, creations, and fun to help us explore math concepts in this third season of our Crazy 8's Club. Crazy 8’s Math will run for 8 weeks and children must be registered in advance (call or visit the library) to participate. 3rd - 5th graders can join the Tuesday, 6 pm sessions. K - 2nd graders can join the Wednesday, 3:45 pm sessions.

​Laser Maze Craze! Today we're going to shine real lasers on mirrors to bounce the light from start to finish in a maze. Find out how the angles add up to make only certain combos work!

HOMESCHOOL ART: GREEK & ROMAN MOSIACS 
Monday, February 14th @ 2pm 
In each session of Homeschool Art, children will learn about the artist and their use of everyday items to create 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.

Mosaics are proof that anything can be used to create art! Irregularly shaped pebbles, stones, glass and ceramic may seem like an unwieldy medium, but a survey of Greek and Roman mosaics reveal works of astonishing intricacy and beauty. Join us as we learn about the history of mosaics, look at some famous examples, and then create our own!

EVENING TALE: ROCK PANDAS
Monday, February 14th @ 6pm
Make a different kind of Valentine with these adorable Rock Pandas. We’ll play fun games and have a great time celebrating Valentine’s Day!

​ORIGAMI: CORNER BOOKMARKS
Tuesday, February 15th @ 3:45pm
Origami, also called paper folding, is the art of folding objects out of paper to create both two-dimensional and three-dimensional subjects. The word origami is from the Japanese oru [“to fold”] and kami [“paper”].

This art is beloved the world over and we're excited to explore it further in this exciting new program. Learn to make jumping frogs, beads, corner bookmarks and snapping mouths... all out of paper!

CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB: FRACTION ACTION
​3rd-5th Grade: Tuesday, February 15th @ 6pm
K-2nd Grade: Wednesday, February 16th @ 3:45pm
​It’s back! We have an incredible lineup of games, creations, and fun to help us explore math concepts in this third season of our Crazy 8's Club. Crazy 8’s Math will run for 8 weeks and children must be registered in advance (call or visit the library) to participate. 3rd - 5th graders can join the Tuesday, 6 pm sessions. K - 2nd graders can join the Wednesday, 3:45 pm sessions.

Fraction Action! This week you're going to use sticky notes to turn yourselves into fractions. Then you'll play our own version of Go Fish, where sea creatures will show us how fractions, decimals, and percentages all relate to each other!

ORIGAMI: SNAPPING MOUTHS
Tuesday, February 22nd @ 3:45pm
Origami, also called paper folding, is the art of folding objects out of paper to create both two-dimensional and three-dimensional subjects. The word origami is from the Japanese oru [“to fold”] and kami [“paper”].
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This art is beloved the world over and we're excited to explore it further in this exciting new program. Learn to make jumping frogs, beads, corner bookmarks and snapping mouths... all out of paper!

CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB: TOILET PAPER OLYMPICS
​3rd-5th Grade: Tuesday, February 22nd @ 6pm
K-2nd Grade: Wednesday, February 23rd @ 3:45pm
​It’s back! We have an incredible lineup of games, creations, and fun to help us explore math concepts in this third season of our Crazy 8's Club. Crazy 8’s Math will run for 8 weeks and children must be registered in advance (call or visit the library) to participate. 3rd - 5th graders can join the Tuesday, 6 pm sessions. K - 2nd graders can join the Wednesday, 3:45 pm sessions.

Toilet Paper Olympics! This week you're going to host your own Olympics, measuring your feats using toilet paper. Then you'll mummify the winner and count up the squares!

BOOK FOLDING: GOAT
Friday, February 25th @ 4pm on Facebook
Pick up a kit from the kit shelf and then tune in to learn how to turn a book into a spunky little pal - just perfect for keeping you company at your desk or for guarding your bookshelves. (The best part? This goat won’t eat your papers!)

HOMESCHOOL ART: GEE'S BEND QUILTS
Monday, February 28th @ 2pm
In each session of Homeschool Art, children will learn about the artist and their use of everyday items to create 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.

From rural Alabama to NYC’s Whitney Museum. From old overalls and flour sacks to US Postal stamps and a sold out book. The quilts designed and pieced by the women of Gee’s Bend, Alabama have traveled far and bring with them a story of perseverance, hard work, creativity, and family. Join us as we delve into one of the world’s most beautiful art forms - quilting - and practice designing our own quilts!

EVENING TALES: CRAYON SHAVING INITIALS
Monday, February 28th @ 6pm
Elementary aged kids enjoy an hour of stories, games, crafts and snacks!
Broken crayons get new life as colorful artwork! Make your initials into something spectacular.