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In Person Programming Is Back!

2/28/2022

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We're SO excited for March, because In Person Programming is BACK! We have a stellar line up of programs planned for this week and we can't wait to see you for all of these fun events!
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STORYTIME
Every Tuesday & Thursday in March at 11am 
Join us for this beloved program... from delightful stories, to silly songs, to cool crafts, Storytime has it all! ​
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​WATERCOLOR PAINTING: BASIC TECHNIQUES
Tuesday, March 1st @ 3:45pm
Join this 5 week class on the basic techniques of watercolor painting. Each week, we will work on learning a specific watercolor technique. Participants can either work freehanded or there will be printed out pictures to paint. This class is for everyone and for every skill level! Please call the library to register.
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CRAZY 8'S MATH CLUB: ROAD TRIP
Tuesday, March 1st @ 6pm (3rd-5th Grade)
Wednesday, March 2nd @ 3:45pm (K-2nd Grade)

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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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?
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TEEN MAKERS
Every Wednesday in March @ 3:45pm in the Makerspace
​Teens ages 13-18 are invited to meet in the NMPL Makerspace for snacks and activities! ​
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GALENTINE'S EVENING WITH RHINESTONE & ROSES
Wednesday, March 2nd @ 6pm in the Blocher Room
​Join NMPL and Rhinestone & Roses for a wonderful evening with your friends! We'll be in creating your very own Valentine themed flower arrangements featuring an array of pink and red blooms in a keepsake container! All supplies are included. Registration is required as seats are limited. The cost is $30 per patron (cash, check, or credit), due at the time of registration. Sign up by calling the library or stopping by the front desk today!
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BETWEEN
Every Thursday in March @ 3:45pm in the Makerspace
Tweens ages 9 to 12 are invited to meet in the NMPL Makerspace for snacks and activities! ​
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FREE VITA TAX SERVICES AT NMPL
Fridays from 10am to 4pm, February 11th through April 1st in the Blocher Room
Pathfinder Services HomeOwnership Center offers the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at the North Manchester Public Library. The Pathfinder IRS trained and certified staff members and volunteers provide free tax preparation assistance to those who made less than $55,000 the previous year and who meet other qualifications of the program.

The HomeOwnership Center has been administering the VITA Program for more than a decade and results in hundreds of thousands of dollars in total Earned Income Tax Credits and generates millions of dollars in tax refunds for those served each year. For additional information, visit pathfinderservies.org.

Appointments are limited and are scheduled on a first come, first served basis. Walk ins are welcome. To receive more information, call 260-355-2510, email info@pathfinderservices.org, or visit pathfinderservices.org
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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!
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COZY UP STORYTIME
First 3 Saturdays in March @ 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)!
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Today: Craft from Home with Sarah!

2/28/2022

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It's time for another Craft From Home event! Gather up a few of those art supplies that have been laying around the house for weeks, and join us for an evening of crafting, creativity, and fun on at 6pm Facebook!
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March is Women's History Month!

2/28/2022

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​March is Women's History Month! We're celebrating with an awesome display of books about amazing women who made history AND a new Family Movie Night Activity Kit! This Women's History kit includes two movies, a puzzle, 3 books about women heroes, and some really fun coloring pages for the kids. Stop by the table across from the circulation desk to grab some books, or peruse the display on the front desk to pick up an Activity Kit!
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Today: Book Folding - Goat

2/25/2022

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PLEASE NOTE: Due to illness there will be NO VITA Tax Program today. The program will be back next Friday in the Blocher Room from 10am to 4pm.
We're so excited for our Online Book Folding workshop today! We still have a few kits left, so stop by the Makerspace-2-Go to grab one, then tune in to Facebook at 3:45pm 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!)
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New Movie Night Activity Kits!

2/25/2022

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​If you're a fan of our Binge Boxes, you'll love our Movie Night Activity Kits! We have FIVE kits with five different themes, stuffed full with entertainment and snacks for you to enjoy! Each kit can be checked out for 3 weeks at a time. Keep the food items and activity pages, and return the box, books, DVDs and puzzles to the library when you're done. Stop by today to grab a Movie Night Activity kit and take your movie nights to the next level!
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I SPY KIT
Families will love the I Spy kit! This kit includes 2 I Spy Books, 2 I Spy Movies, several I Spy and Scavenger Hunt activity sheets, popcorn, and cocoa.

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH KIT
Another kit for the family to enjoy and be inspired by! This kit includes 2 movies, 3 books, several coloring pages, a puzzle, popcorn and cocoa. 


TRAVEL TO: VENICE KIT
Travel to Italy by grabbing our Venice kit, and enjoy 3 movies, one non-fiction book, one Simple Italian cookbook, a few Venice/Italy themed activity pages, popcorn, and cocoa.

MOTHER'S DAY KIT
Celebrate Mother's Day early by grabbing our Mother's Day kit and enjoy 2 movies, one book, several adult coloring pages, a puzzle, popcorn, and cocoa!

FALL IN LOVE WITH A MAIN CHARACTER
Fall In Love With A Main Character by grabbing our last kit! This kit includes 3 movies, one book, adult coloring pages, popcorn, and cocoa!
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Library Closing Early 2/24 Due To Winter Weather

2/24/2022

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Due to the predictions of poor road quality, the North Manchester Public Library will close at 5pm today (2/24) to ensure staff safety. There may be potential opening delays tomorrow (2/25) to allow the roads to be cleared. We will update patrons via our website, socials, and text alerts if there will be any further delays or changes.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. Even when the roads clear, we still need time to make the parking lot and sidewalks safe for staff and patrons.
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​Please stay tuned and stay warm out there!
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Today: Virtual Storytime & MoneyTalks for Kids!

2/24/2022

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Storytime is today at 11am on Facebook! Tune in - and don't forget, in person Storytime programs will be back next week! HUZZAH!
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MoneyTalks for Kids is today at 3:45pm on Facebook! Tune in to get inspired by another amazing kid-entrepreneur! 
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Covid 19 Update - Masks Recommended in Library; Required for In Person Programming

2/24/2022

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As of February 24th, properly worn face masks are recommend inside the library as Wabash County's 7 Day Positivity Rate has now fallen below the 15% mark. Per NMPL's Service Strategies for County Pandemic/Epidemic Ratings Metrics, this means people coming into the library building will not be required to wear a mask, though it is recommend. Please note, however,  that masks are still required to attend indoor programs. This change takes effect tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. 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. 
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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.
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Today: Paper Flower Wreath

2/23/2022

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It might not be the most glamorous craft supply, but it turns out the humble toilet paper tube can do quite a lot. Case in point this dainty and eye-pleasing floral wreath—made entirely from (you guessed it) the bones of the bathroom staple. Tune into Facebook tonight at 6pm for this virtual event!
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Today: Passive Craft of the Week, Storytime, & Virtual Origami

2/22/2022

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It's time for a new Passive Craft of the Week! Colorful pom poms make a simple rainbow picture come to life with this fun project! Stop by the Passive Craft Table in the children's department any time this week to make your own. This craft is perfect to add some brightness to a gray day! 🌈​
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Storytime is always a good time! Whether we're seeing about singing silly songs, reading a story about our favorite animal pals or our favorite holidays, kids of all ages will love this virtual program. Head to the NMPL Facebook today at 11am to tune in!
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It's time for another session of Virtual Origami! Join us on the NMPL Facebook page today at 3:45pm for Snapping Mouths!
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