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 or temporarily on our Online Programming Archive Page.  Take home kits for many programs are available for free at the front desk and enrich the virtual experience.  In-person programming is held outdoors or indoors with social distancing requirements closely followed (masks are required).  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!

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING EVENTS

STORYTIME AT THE THOMAS MARSHALL HOUSE
Thursdays in April @ 11am
​Join us behind the Thomas Marshall building (You can park in NMPL's parking lot and walk into the Thomas Marshall house back yard!) for songs and stories! Anyone over the age of 8 must wear a mask to attend this program. We will be practicing social distancing to keep everyone happy and healthy! Please bring a blanket or camping chairs if you wish. This program will be canceled for poor weather.
Activities:
4/8 - Tree Bark Rubbing
4/15 - Cardboard Dinosaurs
4/22 - EARTH DAY: Nature Collage
4/29 - Sticky Nature Mural

CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB
Two sessions for 3rd - 5th Grades - Monday, April 12th and 19th at 6 pm
Two sessions for K- 2nd Grades - Wednesday, April 14th and 21st at 3:45 pm
After the shutdown, we’re excited to finish our first season of Crazy 8’s! A Pirate Treasure Hunt and Flying Fuzzies bring us to the grand finale! Previously registered participants do not need to sign up again. Anyone interested in participating for the first time should call the library and ask for Sarah.

EASTER EGG ANIMALS
Tuesday, April 6th @ 6pm on Facebook
Grab a kit and transform a simple wooden egg into an adorable Bunny, Sheep or Deer. These little cuties will last forever and become a part of the family Easter decorating tradition. We’ll take you through all the steps on Facebook!
Kits will be available, while supplies last, at the library 3 weeks prior to the event.

​VIRTUAL STORYTIME: BUNNY CRAYON CUP
Tuesday, April 13th @ 11am on Facebook
Join Heidi on Facebook Live for silly songs, stories and crafts! Kits will be available, while supplies last, at the library 3 weeks prior to the event.

​VIRTUAL STORYTIME: PUFFY PAPER STARS
Tuesday, April 20th @ 11am on Facebook
Join Heidi on Facebook Live for silly songs, stories and crafts! Have some paper and painting supplies ready.

TOUCH A SEMI TRUCK
Monday, April 26th @ 4pm on Facebook
Meet us in the NMPL parking lot to see and touch a real life Semi truck! We'll also have books about all different kinds of trucks available for checkout!

VIRTUAL STORYTIME: CARDBOARD DINOSAURS
Tuesday, April 27th @ 11am on Facebook
Join Heidi on Facebook Live for silly songs, stories and crafts. Kits will be available, while supplies last, at the library 3 weeks prior to the event. ​

MYTHICAL CREATURES: "CHAMP" TEE
Friday, April 30th @ 3:45pm 
Did you know that the states of New York and Vermont have their own mythical creature? Join us in the Blocher Community Room for the latest installment in our Mythical Creatures series! We’ll learn all about Champy and design our own Champ Tees! (Materials will be provided, but if you want to guarantee a certain size you may want to bring your own plain light-colored tee). Space is limited due to social distancing restrictions so arrive early to claim a spot