Event List

Explore how sound travels, makes voices echo, and creates vibrations. Through the lens of the book Fiona the Fruit Bat, participants discover the science of sound.

Explore the fascinating features that make insects unique, from legs and wings to antennae. Sculpt imaginative insects out of air‑dry clay. This program blends science and art, encouraging curiosity and creativity through hands‑on discovery.

Join our friends from 4-H for a most egg-cellent program to learn all about chickens.

This program is intended for children ages 5-11. 

Join instructors from Camp Tapawingo and create friendship bracelets and personalized buttons. Intended for ages 5-11. 

Help your child grow as a reader! Studies show that children who read aloud to animals, like our therapy dogs, gain confidence and improve their overall reading skills. Drop in and spend some time reading to one of our four-legged friends.

Do you have what it takes to be a pet owner? Choose your imaginary pet, then take on the challenges of responsible ownership. If you succeed, you'll be a Pet Cents Champion!

You’re invited to Comic Book Day! A celebration of everything from the world of Comic Books, Comic Strips and Manga. Come dressed as your favorite Comic Book character, participate in fun activities and pick up a comic book!

Inspired by Rocket Says Look Up!, read aloud from the International Space Station by astronaut Frank Rubio, participants will practice making predictions, compare their observations, and discover the science behind meteor showers and crat

Join the Manitowoc-Calumet Library System for a free day at the Manitowoc County Historical Society. Guests can show their MCLS library card (Manitowoc, Lester, Brillion, Chilton, Kiel, & New Holstein) to tour the museum at no cost.

Join the Manitowoc-Calumet Library System for a free day at the Manitowoc County Historical Society. Guests can show their MCLS library card (Manitowoc, Lester, Brillion, Chilton, Kiel, & New Holstein) to tour the museum at no cost.

Curiosity begins with noticing the little things!

Join Miss Lynn for a bus-themed storytime on the library lawn*. Afterward, we'll board a Maritime Metro Transit bus and go for a short ride around town. It's a wheel-y fun adventure you won't want to miss. Geared for ages 5-11.

Sign up for Manitowoc Public Library's Summer Reading Program at Cedar Crest! 

Be one of the first to sign up for the summer reading program and get a coupon for a free scoop of ice cream!

Kick off Summer Reading with MPL's Bingo Bash! All ages are welcome to attend ONE session:

Kick off Summer Reading with mountains of bubbles, foam fun, dancing and summer vibes. Bring towels and dress for mess - swimsuits and goggles suggested. 

Let's celebrate America's 250th birthday! Bring bikes, strollers, wagons, wheelchairs - anything that rolls. At 5:30, supplies will be available for decorating (while they last), but you may add as many stars and spangles as you like at home.

Help us celebrate America's 250th birthday and decorate the outside of the library windows for the Fourth of July parade. Paint and supplies are provided. Registration is not required, but space is limited.

Join Miss Lynn to make a family time capsule. We'll provide a box to decorate*, as well as some activity sheets. Families are encouraged to bring photos and small mementos to include. Create memories today to open tomorrow!

Big trucks. Little kids. It's a winning combination!

Get your body MOO-ving and join Miss Sharon and musical Miss Maggie for a farm-themed song-filled storytime. All children will receive a free youth admission to the venue. 

Create a one-of-a kind pair of shades* using stickers, gems, and markers. We supply the materials; you supply the imagination! Geared for ages 5-11.

*While supplies last

Join naturalists from Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary for a up-close peek into the fascinating world of birds of prey.