Drop-In Chess Club @ MPL                                                          Wednesday, April 1, 6-7:30 PM
Want to improve your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Make a smart move and join us for Drop-In Chess Club at Manitowoc Public Library’s Second Floor Balkansky Community Room from 6-7:30 PM on Wednesday, April 1! The game of chess offers many brainy benefits—and it's just fun! Those of all abilities and ages (6-years plus, please) are welcome, but staff will not offer formal instruction. Chessboards are provided and library materials are available for further learning. No registration is required, but please remember that children under the age of 8 (even prodigies!) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
 
DWD Employment Assistance & Career Counseling                      Tuesdays in April, 9 AM-4 PM
The Department of Workforce Development staff is providing onsite services in MPL’s Franklin Street Room for both Employment Assistance and Career Counseling. Here are some of the specifics:

• 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! No appointment needed.
• Career Counseling: Dealing with a Job Loss or considering a Career Change? Career and Employment Counseling may help! Our licensed career counselor can assist with providing support and encouragement, assisting with the exploration of career and self-assessments, assisting with reviewing labor market information, removing and overcoming obstacles, and creating an individualized employment plan to help you turn your career vision into a reality. Our Career Counselor can also provide you with the tools, feedback and resources you need to be successful in your job search. For in-person career counseling, contact Ellen Hope at 920-930-6553 or ellen.hope@dwd.wisconsin.gov to make an appointment.

 
To see all the hours and date specifics, head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/events/month/2026/04?keywords=dwd.
 
Genealogy Help with the Genealogical Society                                   Tuesdays in April, 3-5 PM
Members of the Manitowoc County Genealogical Society can be found in MPL’s Manitowoc Collection every Tuesday from 3-5 PM to help people with their genealogy research.
 
Take a Seat: Chair Yoga with Kate Casey                                        Wednesday, April 8, 6-7 PM
Take a seat and join Yoga Alliance licensed teacher Kate Casey for an evening of relaxation. Participants will be guided through 45 minutes of gentle movements while using a chair for support. Starting with soothing breathwork, participants will move through accessible variations of traditional yoga poses designed to relieve pain and stress and end with a calming, seated meditation. Adults of all ages and mobility levels are welcome to attend. Chairs will be provided on-site. Must be 18 years or older and registration is required. Please head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/chair-yoga beginning at 9 AM on Wednesday, March 25, to secure your spot. Kate Casey is a RYT-500 yoga teacher, trained in the ashtanga and vinyasa flow systems. She has been teaching since 2013 with a strong understanding of human anatomy and alignment. Kate’s mission is to provide a safe and relaxing environment for all students, while integrating the physical practice of yoga with the philosophical traditions of deeper self-inquiry.
 
Bloom & Zoom: Gardening for Hummingbirds with Manitowoc Master Gardeners
Thursday, April 9, 6-7:30 PM
Join Manitowoc Public Library and Master Gardeners of Manitowoc County for an evening focused on “Gardening for Hummingbirds,” a program that Kathy and Michael Rock have been giving to countless groups in the Upper Midwest and beyond for going on 15 years. Kathi and Michael will help you learn how to create a sanctuary for hummingbirds in your own backyard. Through the use of perennial and annual plants, wildflowers, shrubs, trees, and hummingbird feeders, you too can discover the magic and excitement of hummingbirds! Their presentation will cover identification of the Ruby-throated hummingbird, ideal habitat, migration, nesting, feeding, importance of water features, and how the elements of the best hummingbird feeders and plants can bring you up close to these special birds. In addition to presenting at the Sedona Hummingbird Festival in Arizona, The Rocks have given their presentation at the Wisconsin Public Television Garden Expo and the Chicago Garden and Flower Show.  A few other familiar venues for their program include Wildbirds Unlimited, Audubon Societies, and Master Gardener Clubs.
 

Free Life Skills Workshop—Spring Forward: Stress & Anxiety Buster

Thursday, April 9, 6-7:30 PM

Join Rogers Behavioral Health for a transformative series of free, monthly life skills workshops. Open to everyone in the community, you'll gain valuable life skills in a supportive, non-clinical environment. Registration encouraged, though not required through Rogers Behavioral Health.
 

No Packers, No Life at Manitowoc Public Library                            Saturday, April 11, 12-2 PM

Manitowoc Public Library and Manitowoc International Relations Association (MIRA) are thrilled to present a very special screening of No Packers, No Life in MPL's Balkansky Community Room in Saturday, April 11, from 12-2 PM. The producer of this amazing Japan-to-Green-Bay Packers fandom documentary, Ty Morse, will be on-hand to introduce the film and take part in a Q&A session immediately following the screening. Do you think of yourself as a die-hard Packers fan? Think again. This heartwarming documentary follows a passionate group of superfans—not in Wisconsin, but in the heart of Tokyo—who live, breathe, and bleed green and gold. From 4 AM kickoff parties to Lambeau pilgrimages, meet Cheppo, Suh, Ayaka, Ryuta, and the rest of Japan’s most dedicated Cheeseheads as they chase the dream across time zones and oceans. Heartfelt, hilarious, and wildly unexpected, No Packers, No Life is a celebration of fandom, friendship, and the unshakable belief that you don’t have to be born in Green Bay to call it home.
 

3D Printer Badging Session                                                       Monday, April 13, 5:30-6:30 PM

Join us in the Idea Box for a demonstration of the Prusa Core One 3D Printer. MPL Staff Member, Tony, will show you how to use the 3D Printer and upon completion of the training you'll be "Badged" so you can use the 3D Printer at your leisure. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens Monday, April 6, at 9 AM. Head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/3d-printer-badging-session-27811 at that time to secure your spot. You must be 14-years old or older to participate in this program. Individuals who are 14-17 years old must have a parent or guardian present to complete a waiver to use the equipment.
 
Make Your Mark & Share Your Art                            Wednesday, April 15 through Friday, May 1
From Wednesday, April 15 through Friday, May 1, free blank bookmarks will be available at Manitowoc Public Library (while supplies last!). Everyone is invited to take two blank bookmarks to decorate. Use markers, paint, colored pencils, glitter—anything you want to turn your bookmark into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. We encourage you to keep one for yourself, but also make one for someone important to you. Share your artistic talent with a friend, family member—anyone you care about. Say thank you to a coworker, teacher, or neighbor with the gift of art!
 
If you would like your artwork featured on our Facebook page, bring your bookmark to Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 2, anytime from 9 AM-1 PM. We’ll post a picture of your design to our Facebook page. We would love to see your bookmark and learn who you’re giving it to! You could also donate your bookmark to the library. To donate, please return it to MPL by Friday, May 22. Do not include any contact information on the bookmark. All donated bookmarks will be given away for free during Summer Reading 2026. Bookmarks are free and artists of all ages are encouraged to participate. We hope you have fun decorating your bookmarks!
 

Potty Training 101                                                                            Thursday, April 16, 6-7 PM

Frustrated over training your toddler? Looking for some helpful advice? Join Dr. Rebecca Schmitt, a pediatrician with Holy Family Memorial Hospital, and Registered Nurse Amanda Duerschmidt for a panel discussion about expectations, tips and tricks of potty training.
 
Bloomin’ Delicious: Spring Cupcake Frosting with Fern & Flour
Thursday, April 16, 6-7:30 PM
Following the indisputable success of their holiday cookie decorating class, Fern & Flour Bakery—a local gourmet bakery that offers expertly handcrafted desserts suited for any celebration—returns to Manitowoc Public Library for a springtime cupcake frosting extravaganza! During this cupcake decorating class taking place in the Idea Box Makerspace on Thursday, April 16, from 6-7:30 PM, Fern & Flour's owner, Stephanie Fulton, will walk participants through the steps on how to pipe beautiful floral designs onto a full half-dozen cupcakes! Please bring a container with you to "Bloomin' Delicious" for the safe transport of your cupcakes on their journey from MPL to your home. Registration is required and space is extremely limited! Registration opens at 9 AM on Thursday, April 2. Head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/bloomin-delicious starting at that time to secure your spot! Please Note: You must be 18-years old or older to participate in this program.
 
Glowforge Badging Session                                                               Friday, April 17, 2-3:30 PM
Join us in the Idea Box makerspace for a demonstration of our Glowforge on April 17. The Glowforge uses a laser to engrave designs into different material types like acrylic and wood. Library Staff will show you how to use our Glowforge and upon completion of the training, you'll be "Badged" so you can use the Glowforge at your leisure. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens on Wednesday, April 8, at 9 AM. Head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/glowforge-badging-session-28394 at that time to secure your spot! You must be 18-years old or older to participate in this program.
 
WOMT 100: A Century of Live Local Radio in Manitowoc
Monday, April 20 through Saturday, May 30
100 years ago, WOMT Radio was founded by pioneers of Wisconsin broadcasting, Francis and Lillian Kadow, and originally broadcast from the Second Floor of the Mikadow Theatre on Washington Street. Today, WOMT Radio is owned and operated by Seehafer Broadcasting, a third-generation family broadcast company led by President, Mark Seehafer, and Vice President, Terry Stevenson. As one of the oldest radio stations in Wisconsin, WOMT Radio has served as a trusted voice for news, sports, community information and entertainment for generations. To honor and celebrate this century-long legacy, WOMT is partnering with Manitowoc Public Library to present a rare exhibition of radios spanning the decades to our community from the private collection of Manitowoc resident, Steve Kanter. This Historic Radio Showcase will be on display on MPL's First Floor from Monday, April 20, through Saturday, May 30, near the Main Service Desk. More pieces of interesting, obscure WOMT ephemera are certain to be added as the exhibition nears, so check back to MPL’s web calendar to see what's been added to the display!
 
Free & Easy E-Reading: Learn About Libby                             Monday, April 20, 10-11:30 PM
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. Our staff will show you how to download Libby, search for titles, and borrow books. You’ll also get some helpful tips for navigating the app.This class is free for all ages and no registration is required.

• Bring your reading device (tablet, smart phone, Kindle etc.) and your library card
• Have your passwords for your devices ready
• For Apple Devices you’ll need your Apple ID and password
• For Kindles you’ll need your Amazon login and password

 
Free Blood Pressure Screening                                                           Monday, April 27, 1-2 PM
Froedtert Holy Family Memorial volunteer staff will conduct FREE Blood Pressure screenings. Recommendations will be given to all patients with out-of-range readings as well as prevention education. Participants will have the opportunity to confidentially track their readings and discuss with volunteer staff each month. Referrals will include Froedtert Health as well as Aurora and Lakeshore Community Health Center. Screenings will take place at a table near the Main Service Desk on the First Floor.
 
Cricut Badging Session                                                                   Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7 PM
Join us in the Idea Box for a demonstration of the Cricut Maker, a machine that cuts and scores a variety of materials for hobby crafting. Library Staff will show you how to use our Cricut Maker and the Design Space software. Upon completion of the training, you'll be "Badged" and eligible to use it at your leisure. Space is limited and registration is required. You must be 18-years old or older to participate in this program. Registration opens on Tuesday, April 14, at 9 AM. Head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/cricut-badging-session-28392 to secure your spot!
 
Tales from the Taproom 7: A StorySlam for Adults (21+) at PetSkull Brewing Company
Thursday, April 30, 6-8 PM
There's always a healthy dose of springtime tomfoolery during April, so we figured that this month's installment of "Tales from the Taproom" should reflect that shenaniganing! Still no props, no notes, and only five minutes to tell a favorite story, but this month we're changing things up a bit. The theme for this late-April event at PetSkull Brewing Company, sponsored by Seehafer News, from 6-8 PM on Thursday, April 30, is "Say WHAAAT?!?" Because sometimes someone will say something that sounds perfectly plausible and it turns out to be an outrageous lie. Other times, someone will say something that sounds completely outrageous and it turns out to be the absolute truth. Join us for “Say WHAAAT?!?”—Manitowoc Public Library’s & PetSkull Brewing Company's StorySlam series—and let your storytelling soar. Tell a true story that sounds like a lie or tell a lie that sounds like a truth. It doesn’t matter! Just be convincing! The individual that fools the most people will be rewarded for their sneakiness and trickeration with a $10 PetSkull gift certificate! And as this is an Adults-Only event, nothing is off limits—if you're willing to tell it, it's a story worth hearing. You don’t have to come to “The Taproom” to tell a story—you can come to just listen, enjoy, and bask in the wonder of communal storytelling. However, should you want to step up to the mic to share a story that fits in with the evening’s theme, sign-up begins at 5:30 PM and we’ll fit in as many stories as possible into the allotted time. Five minutes may seem like a lot of time, but it goes by quickly. And we’ll have a timekeeper to keep you on-track. We can't wait to hear your tale—true or untrue—during the April installment of "Tales from the Taproom!"