Manitowoc Public Library Youth Services June 2026 Programs
Manitowoc, WI, May 16, 2026—Manitowoc Public Library’s June 2026 Children’s Programs are scheduled with the following events and dates:
Summer Library Hours
Please be aware that Manitowoc Public Library will be closed on Sundays during summer, post-Memorial Day through Labor Day. Normal Sunday hours will resume following the Labor Day weekend.
Family Activity Nights (FANs) Tuesday Evenings
Join us Tuesday evening at Manitowoc Public Library for something different and fun for the whole family! Older siblings are always welcome! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. No registration is required for June’s FAN. Please check our Facebook page and event calendar for updates!
- Wheels on the Bus—June 2, 6-7 PM 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. ***In the event of inclement weather, storytime will take place in the Balkansky Community Room.
Baby Storytime Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM
Baby Storytime is 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. All Library storytimes are inclusive and welcoming. You are encouraged to attend the storytime that best meets your family's developmental needs. Registration is not required.
Preschool Storytime Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 AM
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. It's a great opportunity to meet new friends, socialize, and strengthen early literacy skills. Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 2-5 and siblings are always welcome. All library storytimes are inclusive and welcoming. You are encouraged to attend the storytime that best meets your family's developmental needs. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Registration is not required.
Drop-In Chess Club @ MPL Wednesday, June 3, 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, June 3! 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.
Baby Bubble Bop Tuesday, June 9, 10:30-11 AM
Babies are invited to explore bubbles and dance in this joyful, sensory‑rich playtime in MPL’s Balkansky Community Room. Come giggle, pop, and play as we celebrate movement, curiosity, and early learning through bubbles galore! Ages 3 and under.
Summer Reading Sign-Up at Cedar Crest Tuesday, June 9, 12-2 PM
Register for Manitowoc Public Library's Summer Reading Program at Cedar Crest Ice Cream Parlor (2000 S 10th Street, Manitowoc)! Be one of the first to sign up for the 2026 Summer Reading Program and get a coupon for a free scoop of scrumptious ice cream! In case of inclement weather, this event will be canceled.
Making Music with Kindermusik Friday, June 12, 10-11 AM
Kids + music = MAGIC! Join a Kindermusik educator from Take Note Studio for a tuneful morning of stories and songs designed for ages birth to 3.
Summer Reading Program 2026 Monday, June 15 through Saturday, August 8
Join the Summer Reading Program and earn weekly prizes just by reading! Pre-register on the Beanstack App beginning on Monday, June 1, or pick up a paper tracker at the launch of the Summer Reading Program, Monday, June 15!- FREE and for All Ages!
- Read or be read to a total of 30 days to complete the program (any time spent reading, counts as a day of reading)
- Every six days read earns you a prize!
- Participants have until Saturday, August 15, to pick up your prizes, while supplies last
To download Beanstack, for the full list of prizes and a complete list of all of our amazing sponsors, as well as further details, head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/srp.
Summer Bingo Bash Tuesday, June 16, 10 AM-7 PM
Kick off Summer Reading with MPL's Bingo Bash! All ages are welcome to attend ONE session:
- 10 AM
- 2 PM
- 6 PM
Family Bubble Bash! Wednesday, June 17, 2-4 PM
Start the Summer Reading Program the right way—with mountains of bubbles, foam fun, dancing, and summer vibes. Bring towels and dress for mess—swimsuits and goggles suggested.
Taste of Tae Kwon Do Saturday, June 20, 11-12 PM
Grab the kids and join us on the Library Lawn at Manitowoc Public Library for a fun Saturday afternoon at our Taste of Tae Kwon Do event! This beginner-friendly class is led by Mark Weber, the founder of Lakeshore Tae Kwon Do, who has 45 years of experience. Mark loves helping people in Manitowoc learn about martial arts. If you want to try Tae Kwon Do for self-defense, fitness, or just for fun with your family, this is a great chance to explore! We look forward to seeing you there! Participants must be elementary age (6-years old) or older and children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Registration is required for Taste of Tae Kwon Do. Head to www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/taste-tae-kwon-do-30385 beginning at 9 AM on Monday, June 8, to secure your spot. Please Note: This class is intended for adults, teens, and children aged 6 and older, provided they are accompanied by a parent or guardian. The class will be held outside on the library lawn. If the weather is bad, the class will take place in the Balkansky Community Room.
Storytime on the Road: Rahr-West Art Museum Friday, June 26, 10-11 AM
Join Miss Lynn at the Rahr-West for stories, songs, and artsy fun that's sure to be a masterpiece! Bring your chairs or blankets for storytime on the lawn, then head inside to brush up on your creativity with a hands-on art project led by Rahr-West staff. If the weather isn't picture-perfect, we'll move the program into the museum.
America 250! Patriotic Parade Tuesday, June 30, 5:30-6:30 PM
Let's celebrate America's 250th birthday! Bring bikes, strollers, wagons, wheelchairs—anything that rolls. At 5:30 PM, supplies will be made available for decorating (while they last), but you may add as many stars and spangles as you like at home. At 6 PM, we'll parade proudly around the block. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.
