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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Shaker Ornament

Make It At MPL! - Glowforge Shaker Ornaments

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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 winter-inspired shaker ornaments on the Glowforge! The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood. No prior experience on the Glowforge is required.

Full
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 winter-inspired shaker ornaments on the Glowforge! The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood. No prior experience on the Glowforge 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.

DWD Employment Assistance & Career Counseling

Tuesday, December 16, 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

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, December 16, 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.

Photo of Jennifer Brandt and her therapy dog, Camilla

All About Camilla with Author Jennifer Brandt

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Balkansky Community Room A at Manitowoc Public Library
Age Group:
Families, Elementary-Age

Join local author Jennifer Brandt as she shares her book Camilla the Tail-Wagging Tutor, the story of a dog who used her special talents to help children gain confidence in their reading abilities and fall in love with storytelling.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room A
Age Group: Families, Elementary-Age
Event Details:

Join local author Jennifer Brandt as she shares her book Camilla the Tail-Wagging Tutor, the story of a dog who used her special talents to help children gain confidence in their reading abilities and fall in love with storytelling.

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.

Read to Certified Therapy Dogs

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Balkansky Community Room BC at Manitowoc Public Library
Age Group:
Families, Elementary-Age

Studies show that children who read to animals, like our therapy dogs, gain confidence and improve their overall reading skills. Due to limited availability, registration is required.

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room BC
Age Group: Families, Elementary-Age
Event Details:

Studies show that children who read to animals, like our therapy dogs, gain confidence and improve their overall reading skills. Due to limited availability, 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.

Unattended Children

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

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, December 17, 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.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 17, 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.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, December 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.

Graphic of two children with blankets

Preschool Storytime - Blankets

Thursday, December 18, 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 reading stories all about blankets. Feel free to bring your favorite one with you!

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 reading stories all about blankets. Feel free to bring your favorite one with you!

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.

Evergleaming

Virtual Sparkle! The History of Aluminum Trees

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, History/Genealogy, Lecture/Speaker, Special Event, Technology, Virtual
Age Group:
Families, Teens, Adults

Aluminum Specialty’s dazzling Evergleam Aluminum Trees are still adding sparkle to the Holidays!

Virtual Event
Program Location: Virtual
Age Group: Families, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, History/Genealogy, Lecture/Speaker, Special Event, Technology, Virtual
Event Details:

Aluminum Specialty’s dazzling Evergleam Aluminum Trees are still adding sparkle to the Holidays!

Holiday Movie Fest: Miracle on 34th Street

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

Santa Claus

Storytime with Santa

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Balkansky Community Room ABC at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Families

Gather the family for a storytime filled with music and holiday cheer, followed by photos with the man of the season--Santa Claus!

Program Location: Manitowoc Public Library
Room: Balkansky Community Room ABC
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Gather the family for a storytime filled with music and holiday cheer, followed by photos with the man of the season--Santa Claus!

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.

Flute-Cake!: A Melodious Celebration of the Holiday Season Performed By Flute Cocktail

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Floor at Manitowoc Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages

Flute Cocktail—Manitowoc's premiere flute choir—will be appearing at Manitowoc Public Library to Make the Season even Bright-er on Saturday, December 20, from 10:30-11:30 AM!

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

Flute Cocktail—Manitowoc's premiere flute choir—will be appearing at Manitowoc Public Library to Make the Season even Bright-er on Saturday, December 20, from 10:30-11:30 AM!

Holiday Movie Fest: Unaccompanied Minors

Monday, December 22, 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.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, December 23, 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 23, 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.

Library Closed for Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Manitowoc Public Library
Description:

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

Library Closed 9AM-1PM for Christmas Holiday

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed from 9AM to 1PM on Friday, December 26, and open 1-6PM. 

Closing
Branches:
Manitowoc Public Library
Description:

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed from 9AM to 1PM on Friday, December 26, and open 1-6PM. 

Holiday Movie Fest: Krampus

Monday, December 29, 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.

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, December 30, 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.

Library Closed for New Year's Holiday

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed all day Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 for the New Year's holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Manitowoc Public Library
Description:

Manitowoc Public Library will be closed all day Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 for the New Year's holiday.

Teen Shelf Care Box Registration

All Day 1/2 - 1/15
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, January 2 - January 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, January 2 - January 15!

DWD Employment Assistance & Career Counseling

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 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

Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 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.