Our Summer Reading Adventure Begins at Manhattan Public Library Saturday, June 1st!
Ready, set, READ! Do you like adventure, free prizes and teleporting to new places through books and interactive activities? Do you like being able to do all of that with the whole family while staying cool and not breaking the budget? Manhattan Public Library is gearing up to kick off two months of our Summer Reading Program-- Check out what we have in store for you!
How to Participate
Download the beanstack App:Once downloaded, search for 'Manhattan Public Library (KS)' and select it. You will be prompted to sign in or sign up for an account.
Log your points (minutes/activities) to earn prizes to enter into grand prize drawings. You will be notified via the app when you've reached a new milestone. Our challenge this year includes:
Each tier has various prizes you can earn. To see our full list, visit our summer reading website.
Just by reading, everyone has the chance to win amazing experiences such as passes to the Sunset Zoo, AMC movie tickets, coupons from your favorite local restaurants, and so much more! Adventure is out there; it begins at your library- and it's all for free! Sign up today for an endless amount of fun this summer at the Manhattan Public Library!
Coming Up Soon! Join us at this year's Community Baby Shower at Sunset Zoo on June 8th!
Registration is not required, but highly recommended as safe sleep bundles will be available to families completing safe sleep training while supplies last. Resources are intended for expecting families or infants up to 12 months of age.
Register by calling 785-776-4779 ext. 7621 or online
May 1 - July 31: Storywalk® Downtown: Set Sail for Pancakes Yack and Yarn: Mondays 1-3:30pm (Adults) Lego Club: Fridays 1:30-2:15 p.m. for K-2nd Gr. & 2:30-3:15 p.m. for 3rd-6th Gr.
June 4: Geode Exploration for Teens (6th-12th Gr.) ** June 5: "I Survived" Party (3rd-6th Gr.) June 6: Rescue and Escape Party (K-2nd Grade) June 6: DIY Night For Adults and Teens: Ladybug Mandala Rock Painting ** June 11: Map Coaster Crafting Adventure for Teens (6th-12th Gr.) ** June 12: "Three Little Pigs" Children's Opera Preview June 12: Kitchen Adventures (3rd-6th Gr.) ** June 12: Chess Night June 13: Blue's Clues Party (K-2nd Grade) June 18: Boba Tea Adventure for Teens (6th-12th Gr.)** June 19th: Closed for Juneteenth June 20: Machines and Spaceships Party (K-2nd Gr.)
June 21: Read with a Dog June 25: Craft Your Own Survival Kit for Teens (6th-12th Gr.) ** June 26: "Choose Your Own Adventure" Party (3rd-6th Gr.) June 26: Chess Night June 27: "Magic Tree House" Party (K-2nd Gr.) June 27: Donuts & Danger