Library Closed on Sundays, Memorial Day through Labor Day

Library summer hours are now in effect. MPL will be closed every Sunday through Labor Day. All other hours remain the same. Exterior book-drop & access to online resources available 24/7.

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Make It At MPL! - Camping Buckets with the Cricut

Friday, June 13, 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 as we make Camping Buckets with the Cricut! No prior experience on the Cricut is required.

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 as we make Camping Buckets with the Cricut! No prior experience on the Cricut is required.

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.

This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Taste of Tae Kwon Do

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Lawn at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults
Class/Workshop:

You’re never too old or too young to experience something new.

Grab the kids and join us at the Manitowoc Public Library for some fun in the sun on a Saturday afternoon at our Taste of Tae Kwon Do event!

Open
Registration Required
Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Class/Workshop

You’re never too old or too young to experience something new.

Grab the kids and join us at the Manitowoc Public Library for some fun in the sun on a Saturday afternoon at our Taste of Tae Kwon Do event!

Library Closed

All Day
Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed on Sundays Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Manitowoc Public Library
Description:

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed on Sundays Memorial Day through Labor Day.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Reading Program 2025

All Day 6/16 - 8/9
No Space at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join the Summer Reading Program and earn weekly prizes just by reading!  Pre-register on the Beanstack App starting June 2 or pick up a paper reading tracker at any Service Desk.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Reading Program
Event Details:

Join the Summer Reading Program and earn weekly prizes just by reading!  Pre-register on the Beanstack App starting June 2 or pick up a paper reading tracker at any Service Desk.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DWD Employment Assistance

Tuesday, June 17, 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, June 17, 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.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.

Pigeon-Palooza!

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Lawn at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Family Activity Night, Reading Program
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age

Author Mo Willems' fictional fowl Pigeon is coming to town! Join us on the library lawn (or the Balkansky Room if the weather is bad) for storytime fun and the chance snap a selfie with our fine-feathered friend. All ages welcome! 

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age
Program Type: Family Activity Night, Reading Program
Event Details:

Author Mo Willems' fictional fowl Pigeon is coming to town! Join us on the library lawn (or the Balkansky Room if the weather is bad) for storytime fun and the chance snap a selfie with our fine-feathered friend. All ages 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Neurographic Art at the YMCA

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Relax with Neurographic Art - a stress-free way to calm your mind and exercise your creativity. No artistic ability is required. All materials and light refreshments will be provided. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Program Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Relax with Neurographic Art - a stress-free way to calm your mind and exercise your creativity. No artistic ability is required. All materials and light refreshments will be provided. 

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, June 18, 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.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.

Pigeon-Palooza Storytime!

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Library Lawn at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age

Join us for a rollicking storytime with none other than everyone's favorite sassy bird--Pigeon, from the popular Mo Willems' books. Should we let the Pigeon drive the bus? Will he stay up late? 

 

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age
Program Type: Reading Program, Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a rollicking storytime with none other than everyone's favorite sassy bird--Pigeon, from the popular Mo Willems' books. Should we let the Pigeon drive the bus? Will he stay up late? 

 

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.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.

Pigeon-Palooza Storytime!

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Lawn at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age

Join us for a rollicking storytime with none other than everyone's favorite sassy bird--Pigeon, from the popular Mo Willems' books. Should we let the Pigeon drive the bus? Will he stay up late? 

 

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Families, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age
Program Type: Reading Program, Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a rollicking storytime with none other than everyone's favorite sassy bird--Pigeon, from the popular Mo Willems' books. Should we let the Pigeon drive the bus? Will he stay up late? 

 

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.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, June 19, 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.

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, June 19, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Judy Blume Book Club

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

For over five decades, Judy Blume's books have enchanted young readers, and have been hailed as pioneering works in the young adult (YA) novel genre.

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

For over five decades, Judy Blume's books have enchanted young readers, and have been hailed as pioneering works in the young adult (YA) novel genre.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Hang-out: Summer Sips

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Food & Drink, Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens
Food & Drink:

Indulge your senses! Step-by step tutorials and enticing tidbits about all things food and drink.

Join Chef Andrew Dunbar in creating a refreshing summer drink with syrups and sparkling water. Work together to make the ultimate taste sensation. Put some shimmer in your drink to take it to the next level! Registration is required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food & Drink, Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Food & Drink

Indulge your senses! Step-by step tutorials and enticing tidbits about all things food and drink.

Join Chef Andrew Dunbar in creating a refreshing summer drink with syrups and sparkling water. Work together to make the ultimate taste sensation. Put some shimmer in your drink to take it to the next level! Registration is required. 

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

An Evening with Michael Perry

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Lecture/Speaker, Performer, Reading Program, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Manitowoc Public Library is delighted to invite you to join Michael Perry—New York Times bestselling author and Wisconsin Public Radio contributor—at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Manitowoc Campus Theatre (705 Viebahn Street, Man

Offsite Event
Program Location: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Lecture/Speaker, Performer, Reading Program, Special Event
Event Details:

Manitowoc Public Library is delighted to invite you to join Michael Perry—New York Times bestselling author and Wisconsin Public Radio contributor—at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Manitowoc Campus Theatre (705 Viebahn Street, Man

This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Elementary-Age" group.

Storytime on the Road: Farm Wisconsin

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Reading Program, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age

Celebrate the first day of summer and June Dairy Month at, where else?--the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center! Join Miss Sharon for a barnyard of stories and songs. 

Offsite Event
Program Location: Off Site
Age Group: Families, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary-Age
Program Type: Reading Program, Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate the first day of summer and June Dairy Month at, where else?--the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center! Join Miss Sharon for a barnyard of stories and songs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Glowforge Badging Session

Friday, June 20, 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.

Upcoming
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.

Library Closed

All Day
Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed on Sundays Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Manitowoc Public Library
Description:

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed on Sundays Memorial Day through Labor Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Manitowoc Public Library Board Meeting

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

For meeting information, agendas, and minutes, please visit the City of Manitowoc website: https://www.manitowoc.org/89/Agendas-Minutes

 

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

For meeting information, agendas, and minutes, please visit the City of Manitowoc website: https://www.manitowoc.org/89/Agendas-Minutes

 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DWD Employment Assistance

Tuesday, June 24, 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

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Storytime on the Road at Lincoln Park Zoo

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Reading Program, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers

Embark on an adventure that will have you dancing, singing, and laughing all the way through! This special storytime is perfect for preschool children and families who love stories, animals, and a whole lot of fun.

Offsite Event
Program Location: Off Site
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Reading Program, Storytime
Event Details:

Embark on an adventure that will have you dancing, singing, and laughing all the way through! This special storytime is perfect for preschool children and families who love stories, animals, and a whole lot of fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, June 24, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn About Libby: The Online Reading App

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Technology:

Expand your knowledge of the latest technological innovations.

The Libby app gives you access to thousands of free eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines that you can read online. Haven’t tried Libby yet? Join us for a demonstration of Libby and receive hands on assistance with the app.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading Program, Technology
Event Details:

Technology

Expand your knowledge of the latest technological innovations.

The Libby app gives you access to thousands of free eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines that you can read online. Haven’t tried Libby yet? Join us for a demonstration of Libby and receive hands on assistance with the app.

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.