Computer Area and Technology Upgrades

ATTENTION: Due to the upcoming computer area and technology upgrades, please be aware that public computer access and services (printing, photocopying, faxing/scanning) will be limited and moved to temporary locations. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding during this transition!

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Best Gift Ever - Book Drive

All Day 11/3 - 12/5
No Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages

Help build a lifetime of reading enjoyment by giving the gift of reading!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Help build a lifetime of reading enjoyment by giving the gift of reading!

Evergleams Horizontal

Enchanted Evergleams at MPL

All Day 11/26 - 1/4
Main Floor at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages

'Tis the Season for the “Gleam Team” to present "Evergleams on Eighth" in Downtown Manitowoc!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Exhibit, Special Event
Event Details:

'Tis the Season for the “Gleam Team” to present "Evergleams on Eighth" in Downtown Manitowoc!

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Teen Shelf Care Box Registration

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
No Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Grab & Go
Age Group:
Teens

Ready to explore the shelves? Ages 11-18 are invited to sign up for a our new Shelf Care boxes, December 1- December 15!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Grab & Go
Event Details:

Ready to explore the shelves? Ages 11-18 are invited to sign up for a our new Shelf Care boxes, December 1- December 15!

Glowforge Badging Session

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Idea Box at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in the Idea Box for a demonstration of our Glowforge. The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood.

Open
Registration Required
Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Idea Box for a demonstration of our Glowforge. The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Friends of Manitowoc Public Library Meeting

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Friends of Manitowoc Public Library monthly meeting.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Friends of Manitowoc Public Library monthly meeting.

DWD Employment Assistance & Career Counseling

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Franklin Street Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Drop-In Employment Assistance: Department of Workforce Development staff will provide onsite services, including resume writing, assistance with online applications, assistance registering in Job Center of Wisconsin, and more!&nbs

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Franklin Street Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Drop-In Employment Assistance: Department of Workforce Development staff will provide onsite services, including resume writing, assistance with online applications, assistance registering in Job Center of Wisconsin, and more!&nbs

Sensory Friendly Program

SENSE-sational Baby Storytime

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Turn down the lights, turn down the volume, and turn up for fun! 

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Turn down the lights, turn down the volume, and turn up for fun! 

Mini Job Fair

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Balkansky Community Room ABC at Manitowoc Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Manitowoc Public Library and Wisconsin Job Service would like to invite job seekers to a multi-employer hiring event taking place in MPL's Balkansky Community Room!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Manitowoc Public Library and Wisconsin Job Service would like to invite job seekers to a multi-employer hiring event taking place in MPL's Balkansky Community Room!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Manitowoc Local History Collection at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Manitowoc Local History Collection
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Genealogy
Event Details:

The Manitowoc County Genealogical Society will be in the Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5PM to help people with their genealogy research.

Space to Write

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Meeting:

Do you have a novel or short story you want to write? How about a screenplay or a memoir? Poetry? Graphic novels? Then you need – Space to Write!

Do you have a novel or short story you want to write? How about a screenplay or a memoir? Poetry? Graphic novels? Then you need – Space to Write!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Meeting

Do you have a novel or short story you want to write? How about a screenplay or a memoir? Poetry? Graphic novels? Then you need – Space to Write!

Do you have a novel or short story you want to write? How about a screenplay or a memoir? Poetry? Graphic novels? Then you need – Space to Write!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Stocking Stuffer Book Sale

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Book Sale:

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Join us in singing, talking, reading, creating, and playing at this inclusive Storytime for families with preschoolers. Storytime focuses on concepts such as life skills, counting, colors, emotions, patterns, and the alphabet.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Stocking Stuffer Book Sale

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Book Sale:

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Baby Storytime

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

Join us for 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Graphic of three kids in pajamas

Preschool Storytime - PJs & Pancakes

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers
Storytime:

You’re never too young for a great story!

We'll be having a special breakfast-themed storytime today! Feel free to wear your pajamas (shoes must be worn) and we'll make mini pancakes as a special treat!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

You’re never too young for a great story!

We'll be having a special breakfast-themed storytime today! Feel free to wear your pajamas (shoes must be worn) and we'll make mini pancakes as a special treat!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Teen Hang-out: Kilnin' It at Glaze & Paint

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Arts & Crafts:

Tap into your artistic side with a hands-on creative experience!

Join us at Glaze & Paint to hear about the workings of the kiln from owner Katie, then stay to paint your own ceramic piece. All supplies will be provided. Finished ceramics will be fired and available for pick up the next week. 

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Program Location: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Tap into your artistic side with a hands-on creative experience!

Join us at Glaze & Paint to hear about the workings of the kiln from owner Katie, then stay to paint your own ceramic piece. All supplies will be provided. Finished ceramics will be fired and available for pick up the next week. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Cookies!

Festively Sweet: Holiday Cookie Decorating with Fern & Flour

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Idea Box at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Food & Drink, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Fern & Flour Bakery is a local gourmet bakery that offers expertly handcrafted desserts suited for any celebration.

Full
Registration Required
Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Idea Box
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Food & Drink, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fern & Flour Bakery is a local gourmet bakery that offers expertly handcrafted desserts suited for any celebration.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Whoopsies!

Tales from the Taproom 5: A StorySlam for Adults (21+) at PetSkull Brewing Company

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Performer, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Adults

It’s time for the final "Tales from the Taproom" of 2025! No props, no notes. Just five minutes and a true, personal, favorite story. It’s your last opportunity of the year to step-up to the microphone in Manitowoc’s premiere True Story Zone!

Offsite Event
Program Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performer, Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

It’s time for the final "Tales from the Taproom" of 2025! No props, no notes. Just five minutes and a true, personal, favorite story. It’s your last opportunity of the year to step-up to the microphone in Manitowoc’s premiere True Story Zone!

Stocking Stuffer Book Sale

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Book Sale:

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Stocking Stuffer Book Sale

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:30pm
Teen Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Book Sale:

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Holiday Movie Fest: Scrooge

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Balkansky Community Room A at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Get cozy at the library this season! Join us for our Holiday Movie Fest, featuring family favorites and festive classics on the big screen.

Schedule:

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room A
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Get cozy at the library this season! Join us for our Holiday Movie Fest, featuring family favorites and festive classics on the big screen.

Schedule:

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Stocking Stuffer Book Sale

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Book Sale:

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale

New-To-You materials at absolutely amazing prices!

Wednesday, December 10th to Sunday December 14th

Shop a curated selection of themed book bundles, DVDs, and CDs. Browse items priced from $1 to $5 to find perfect holiday gifts!

Holiday Movie Fest: Prancer

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Balkansky Community Room A at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Get cozy at the library this season! Join us for our Holiday Movie Fest, featuring family favorites and festive classics on the big screen.

Schedule:

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room A
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Get cozy at the library this season! Join us for our Holiday Movie Fest, featuring family favorites and festive classics on the big screen.

Schedule:

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Individuals requesting accommodation for disabilities should contact the Library's ADA Manager Stacey Bialek at 920-686-3008 or sbialek@manitowoc.org. Reasonable accommodations will be made as quickly as possible, often within a week.

Unattended Children

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.