Manitowoc Public Library Youth Services October 2024 Programs
Manitowoc, WI, September 18, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s October 2024 Children’s Programs are scheduled with the following events and dates:
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, October 2, 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, October 2! 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.
Sew a Crazy Creature Thursday, October 3, 6-7:30 PM
Use needle and thread to bring a creature to life! Design and sew your own creation out of fabric and stuffing. Learn basic hand stitches and adding embellishments. Spooky or sweet, it's your choice! Open to ages 8 to 18.
Big Kid Storytime Friday, October 4, 2-2:45 PM
Hey, Big Kids! Miss the long ago days of Storytime? Now is your chance to relive them! We put together a storytime especially for kids in Kindergarten through 4th Grade. Join us for stories, songs, silly dances, and a special craft! Children younger than the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Family Activity Nights (FANs) Tuesday Evenings
Join us Tuesday evenings at Manitowoc Public Library for something different and fun for the whole family! Typically geared toward ages 2-6, but older siblings are always welcome. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Please check our Facebook page and event calendar for updates!
- Public Safety Storytime—October 8, 6:30-7:15 PM Help celebrate Crime Prevention Month by joining us for storytime with members of Manitowoc’s Police, Fire, and Sheriff’s Departments. Families will also receive a free book as part of the Kiwanis Cops ‘n Kids program. No registration is required.
Fall Into Reading Challenge Sunday, October 13-Saturday, November 16
Continue your reading streak at Manitowoc Public Library with the Fall Into Reading Challenge on Beanstack! Whether you're a daily reader or need a bit of extra motivation, join this special challenge available only on the Beanstack app.
How it works:
- No paper trackers—this challenge is exclusively on the Beanstack app
- Log reading time by minutes or hours
- Read 5 hours over 5 weeks (October 13-November 16) and write one book review on Beanstack to complete the challenge
- Continue to log your reading beyond the 5 hours to see how much you can read this fall
- There are no prizes except for satisfaction in achieving the reading goal and the joy of reading
Please visit https://manitowoclibrary.beanstack.org/reader365 to sign up for the Fall Into Reading Challenge starting at 9 AM on Sunday, October 13, and running through 9 AM on Saturday, November 16.
Wisconsin Science Festival Bioblitz Monday, October 14-Sunday, October 20
What's blooming, flying, hopping, or maybe just growing around you? This fall join the 2024 WiSciFest Library Bioblitz. Everyone throughout Wisconsin is welcome to join! Stop by the Manitowoc Public Library to get information on how to download the inaturalist app and enter local flora and fauna.
Read to Certified Therapy Dogs Tuesday, October 15, 6:30-7:30 PM
Studies show that children who read to animals, like our therapy dogs, gain confidence and improve their overall reading. Due to limited availability, registration is required. Each family may register for one 15-minute one-on-one session with a therapy dog. Adults must accompany children under the age of 8 at all times. Registration opens at 5 PM on Tuesday, October 1. Please call 920-686-3030 or stop by the Youth Services Department to sign up.
Silly and [Sorta] Spooky Storytime Thursday, October 17, 6-7 PM
'Twas two weeks before Halloween . . . and we're starting to think about things that go bump in the night! Join Miss Sharon and special guest Mr. Pete for silly and slightly spooky stories and songs, perfect for all ages.
Mad Science @ Manitowoc Public Library Saturday, October 19, 10-11 AM
Up, Up and AWAY!!! Mad Science from Milwaukee will enthrall audiences of all ages with experiments demonstrating the principles of air and pressure. During the course of this program—taking place in the Balkansky Community Room on Saturday, October 19, from 10-11 AM—a dry-cleaning bag that becomes a hot air balloon, creating air vortexes with our vortex generator, and an exothermic reaction will leave the audience “blown” away! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Trunk or Treat @ Manitowoc Public Library! Tuesday, October 22, 5:30-7 PM
Families will love our safe, fun, and FREE Trick-or-Treating event at Manitowoc Public Library, which showcases local businesses and organizations. Come in costume and share in the festivities the week before Halloween, from 5:30-7 PM on Tuesday, October 22. This open-air event will be held in the Briess Parking Lot, directly across Quay Street from the Library. Please Note: In case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
Spooktacular Costume Contest @ Manitowoc Public Library! Tuesday, October 22, 5:30-7 PM
While you’re having fun Trunk or Treating, stop into MPL’s Teen Scene in your costume and take a photo for our Spooktacular Costume Contest, taking place from 5:30-7 PM on Tuesday, October 22. These photos of costumed merrymakers will be shared on MPL's Facebook page, with a fabulous prize being awarded to the pic that receives the most reactions! Ghosts and goblins of all ages are welcome! Family-friendly costumes are most-definitely appreciated. Winners will be announced Monday, October 28.
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