Rebuild your connection to your core — from breath to balance to full-body strength. This series blends mindful movement, functional training, and yoga-inspired awareness to help you move with greater […]
(ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM!
Sign up by calling the library at 260-982-4773 or stopping by the front desk. There will be a $10 non-refundable fee due at the time of registration.)
Calling all craft lovers! Come to Adult Craft Hour, a fun and relaxing opportunity for adults to get creative. Each session will feature a different themed craft, with all supplies provided by the library. Whether you're an experienced crafter or a beginner looking to learn, this hour is for you!
How It Works:
Join us in person to enjoy crafting in a welcoming environment. Guided instruction available for those who are new to the craft. Already know how to do it? Simply come and enjoy the creative process with fellow crafters.
Who Can Join?
This program is strictly for adults. It's the perfect way to unwind, express creativity, and connect with others.
This Month: Parisian Café Candles
Transport yourself to a charming corner of a Parisian café as we create luxurious homemade candles. Patrons will learn candle-making basics from start to finish - melting the base, adding fragrance and color, pouring, curing, and even troubleshooting common issues - making this craft approachable for beginners and satisfying for seasoned makers.
To capture that classic café ambiance, participants may choose between two delightful fragrances:
☕ Coffee Shop - This one smells just like walking into a coffee shop! It's a sweet mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, freshly-brewed coffee, warm pastries, sugar cane, tonka bean, strawberry, and heliotrope.
🥐 Chocolate Croissants - Infused with the rich, mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked chocolate croissants, it fills your space with the comforting scent of flaky pastry, melted chocolate, and a hint of buttery sweetness.
Program Cost: $10
Program Age Requirements: Ages 18 and older
Registration: Advanced registration is required. Sign up by calling the library at 260-982-4773 or stopping by the front desk.
Location: Blocher Room
While we watch your kids, they will learn a hands-on, social card game at Pokémon Club - trading cards, learning the rules, and interacting face-to-face with other players. No screens […]
Take the stage and bring stories to life! This engaging class focuses on building acting skills through games, scenes, and character work, while also giving students a taste of the creative process with fun, hands-on activities in props, costumes, and design. Ages 8-12 years old. Every Tuesday.
Pick up a take-home kit and experiment with gravity, water, aeronautics, physics, and other STEAM-related activities. Kits are located in the children's room and are geared toward grades K-5. While supplies last.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression. Every Wednesday.
This zesty salad is perfect for little ones exploring big kid taste and textures! Attendees will get to customize their own zippy bowl with a variety of options from the salad bar.
Babytimers will also practice arranging place settings. This program is made possible by the T-Mobile Hometown Grant!
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: Babies - preschoolers accompanied by caregivers
Registration: None
Location: Children’s Department
Curious about Mahjong? Mahjong is a strategic tile-based game originating in 19th-century China, played by 3-4 people, combining skill, strategy, and luck. This program offers an introduction to the game, covering tile recognition, rules, and the basics of understanding the game card. Each session combines clear instruction with hands-on play, helping you build confidence in a relaxed setting. Join us for one week or enjoy the full experience by attending both!
Program Cost: None
Program Age Requirements: 16+
Registration:http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2262&EventID=575567
Location: Blocher Room
Join us for an informative Lunch & Learn hosted by the Urbana Lions Club featuring Brett Robinson! If you enjoy educational event like this, check out urbana lions club for […]
Join us for Teen Thursdays, an exciting and free after-school event tailored for your teenagers! Every week, your teens can connect with their peers and hang out with our teen librarian, Leah. Some sessions will dive into exciting projects that spark creativity, while other days will be all about unwinding, enjoying snacks, and tackling homework in a supportive environment. Don't let your teens miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn, relax, and make lasting friendships!
The Lovin’ Spoonful is known for timeless hits, including “Do You Believe in Magic,” “Daydream,” and “Summer in the City.” Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Terry Sylvester will showcase The Hollies’ chart-toppers like “Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress)” and “He Ain’t Heavy (He’s My Brother).” Classic hits from two iconic groups that helped shape the sound of the '60s!
Introducing The Jokers of Magic - the irreverent, laugh-your-butt-off night of comedy and magic you didn’t know you needed (but trust us, you do). Armed with credits from America’s Got Talent, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and a few places that might technically be illegal to perform in, these slick tricksters will blow your mind and swindle their way into your heart in a no-holds-barred evening of tricks, lies, and laughs. It’s like SNL and Whose Line Is It Anyway? had a love child and sent it to Hogwarts.
Jazz pianist Chris Rutkowski has enjoyed several careers over a lifetime in music. Beginning as a self-taught improviser, he digressed into the study of philosophy at Kings College London. He returned to Detroit, immersed in its rich jazz world, working with trumpeter Marcus Belgrave, The Temptations, etc. He also began writing classical music, studying with Aaron Copland student Anthony Iannaccone, subsequently pursuing graduate work at Indiana University. There followed a 20-year period of academic musical appointments at institutions such as the College of Wooster and Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne. Currently he devotes his time to jazz piano performance with his band, the Project (watch/listen at CRPJazz.com), focused on his original compositions. Performance venues include the Detroit, Elkhart, Indianapolis and Carmel Jazz Festivals; the Jazz Kitchen, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge (Detroit), the Chatterbox, Penrod Art Fair, Concerts on the Canal (Indianapolis) and many more.
Introducing The Jokers of Magic - the irreverent, laugh-your-butt-off night of comedy and magic you didn’t know you needed (but trust us, you do). Armed with credits from America’s Got Talent, Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and a few places that might technically be illegal to perform in, these slick tricksters will blow your mind and swindle their way into your heart in a no-holds-barred evening of tricks, lies, and laughs. It’s like SNL and Whose Line Is It Anyway? had a love child and sent it to Hogwarts.
From his self-titled debut album in 2017, Brett Young has captured fans everywhere through his honest lyrics and “Caliville” style. With seven No. 1 hits, including “In Case You Didn’t Know,” “Mercy,” and “Lady,” and over 8.1 billion global streams, he’s cemented his status as a master of matters of the heart. Young continues to top charts with albums like Ticket To L.A. and Across The Sheets, bringing his heartfelt sound to audiences worldwide.
Settle in for a relaxing evening at the library with Cozy Craft Cinema! We'll dim the lights, brew some hot tea, and roll a seasonal movie on the big screen in the Blocher Room - all while you enjoy time to work on your favorite craft project!
Bring along whatever you’re working on - knitting, sewing, quilting, painting, coloring, or any other craft - and enjoy the chance to create in a welcoming, distraction-free space. Tables will be available for spreading out projects (it's the perfect time to cut those quilt blocks!), and our kitchenette will be open if you need a quick brush rinse for your latest watercolor painting. Comfy seating and free hot beverages will round out the cozy atmosphere!
Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to focus, a little creative inspiration, or simply the company of fellow crafters, this program offers the perfect blend of craft time and cinema. We hope you'll join us!
This month we’re watching Groundhog Day:
“A cynical TV weatherman finds himself reliving the same day over and over again when he goes on location to the small town of Punxsutawney to film a report about their annual Groundhog Day. His predicament drives him to distraction, until he sees a way of turning the situation to his advantage.”
Movie Length: 1 hour 41 minutes
Movie Rating: PG
Introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of languages with Spanish Storytime! Enjoy songs, a craft, and a special story read in both Spanish and English by Mackenzie Coulter-Kern of the Wabash County Diversity Coalition.
Start building a love for languages with your little ones at this Storytime event!
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: None
Registration: None
Location: Children's Department
While we watch your kids, they will learn a hands-on, social card game at Pokémon Club - trading cards, learning the rules, and interacting face-to-face with other players. No screens […]
Step into a world of magic and adventure with our Family Tabletop Tales, an interactive role-playing program designed for children and their families!
Join us every other Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM to explore the whimsical worlds of Hero Kids and Little Game Masters. This program is perfect for beginners - simply grab one of our all-in-one kits and you’ll have everything you need to start playing immediately.
We invite participating adults and teens to take the lead as "Game Masters" for their own family and friends, guiding their young heroes through epic quests of imagination.
While library staff will be on hand to offer guidance and help you learn the rules, the adventure is yours to create together!
It’s a wonderful way to foster teamwork and creativity while embarking on unforgettable journeys as a family.
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: None
Registration: No
Location: NMPL Blocher Room
Take the stage and bring stories to life! This engaging class focuses on building acting skills through games, scenes, and character work, while also giving students a taste of the creative process with fun, hands-on activities in props, costumes, and design. Ages 8-12 years old. Every Tuesday.
Pick up a take-home kit and experiment with gravity, water, aeronautics, physics, and other STEAM-related activities. Kits are located in the children's room and are geared toward grades K-5. While supplies last.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression. Every Wednesday.
RSVP by February 2 Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University. If you are in need of accommodations to attend this program, please contact Courtney Schmidt at schmi163@purdue.edu or 765-472-1921 […]
Join our teen librarian, Leah, on the first Thursday of the month for Teen Craft. This month's craft is a painted wooden hairbrush. This event is free, and no library card is required.
Blackberry Smoke has embodied Georgia’s rich musical legacy, honoring the people, places, and sounds of their home state. Their latest album, Be Right Here, draws on Southern rock, blues-leaning classic rock, and rootsy country, full of vivid, relatable characters. You Hear Georgia (2021) hit #1 on Billboard’s Americana/Folk Albums chart, and Be Right Here (2024) climbed to the top 5 on Top Current Album Sales. Touring for over two decades, they continue to give fans a place to belong.
Indulge in one of Wabash’s most anticipated traditions—the Annual Chocolate & Sweets Tasting in the Cloud Club. This signature seasonal event invites guests to savor decadent pairings of fine wines and artisanal sweets.
Experience the Pairings:
• Zinfandel – 7 Deadly Zins (Lodi, CA) paired with Dark Chocolate Almonds: Bold, jammy fruit and peppery spice balanced by rich cocoa.
• Vinho Verde – Twin Vines (Portugal) paired with Cheesecake Bites: Refreshing citrus spritz cuts through creamy indulgence.
• Chardonnay – Little Penguin (Australia) paired with Milk Chocolate Caramels: Tropical fruit and vanilla notes complement caramel’s sweetness.
• Port – San Antonio Cardinale (California) paired with Milk Chocolate Pecans: Nutty, fruit-forward richness meets smooth chocolate.
• Rosé – Vino Rosé (Washington State) paired with Macarons: Guava, apricot, and honeysuckle harmonize with delicate, colorful confections.
• Cabernet Sauvignon – Freakshow Cabernet (Lodi, CA) paired with Milk Chocolate Meltaways: Bold tannins and cherry notes balanced by creamy chocolate.
• Shiraz – Woop Woop Winery (Australia) paired with Milk Chocolate Raspberry Creams: Blackberry, cassis, and blueberry flavors with soft tannins and bright acidity, complemented by dark chocolate and fruit‑based desserts.
• Pink Moscato – (Australia) paired with Biscotti Cookies: Cotton candy, blackcurrant, and mandarin peel aromas balanced by spritzy freshness, enhanced by nutty almond biscotti.
Why Attend:
• A curated tasting menu showcasing indulgent pairings
• A festive evening perfect for couples, friends, and food & wine enthusiasts
• A chance to experience one of Wabash’s must‑attend annual traditions
Tickets:
• Advance Purchase: $25 Available in person at the Wine & Cheese Bar or online at: https://www.eventzilla.net/.../wine-amp-sweets-tasting...?
• At the Door: $30 (if space is still available)
Join us for an unforgettable evening of wine, chocolate, and celebration.
Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like Touring, in association with Universal Destinations and Experiences, present Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart on tour from September 2025. In this a-MEOW-zing new live show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a color cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colors again to set things right. Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart brings to life an original story featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, and songs that will have audiences singing and dancing along, from beginning to end.
Join Cannonball Disc Golf Club with the return of a favorite tournament. They will continue to support Bash Bags this year. Bash Bags provides local elementary age kids with food […]
Indulge in one of Wabash’s most anticipated traditions—the Annual Chocolate & Sweets Tasting in the Cloud Club. This signature seasonal event invites guests to savor decadent pairings of fine wines and artisanal sweets.
Experience the Pairings:
• Zinfandel – 7 Deadly Zins (Lodi, CA) paired with Dark Chocolate Almonds: Bold, jammy fruit and peppery spice balanced by rich cocoa.
• Vinho Verde – Twin Vines (Portugal) paired with Cheesecake Bites: Refreshing citrus spritz cuts through creamy indulgence.
• Chardonnay – Little Penguin (Australia) paired with Milk Chocolate Caramels: Tropical fruit and vanilla notes complement caramel’s sweetness.
• Port – San Antonio Cardinale (California) paired with Milk Chocolate Pecans: Nutty, fruit-forward richness meets smooth chocolate.
• Rosé – Vino Rosé (Washington State) paired with Macarons: Guava, apricot, and honeysuckle harmonize with delicate, colorful confections.
• Cabernet Sauvignon – Freakshow Cabernet (Lodi, CA) paired with Milk Chocolate Meltaways: Bold tannins and cherry notes balanced by creamy chocolate.
• Shiraz – Woop Woop Winery (Australia) paired with Milk Chocolate Raspberry Creams: Blackberry, cassis, and blueberry flavors with soft tannins and bright acidity, complemented by dark chocolate and fruit‑based desserts.
• Pink Moscato – (Australia) paired with Biscotti Cookies: Cotton candy, blackcurrant, and mandarin peel aromas balanced by spritzy freshness, enhanced by nutty almond biscotti.
Why Attend:
• A curated tasting menu showcasing indulgent pairings
• A festive evening perfect for couples, friends, and food & wine enthusiasts
• A chance to experience one of Wabash’s must‑attend annual traditions
Tickets:
• Advance Purchase: $25 Available in person at the Wine & Cheese Bar or online at: https://www.eventzilla.net/.../wine-amp-sweets-tasting...?
• At the Door: $30 (if space is still available)
Join us for an unforgettable evening of wine, chocolate, and celebration.
Our 20th annual Winter Gala, sponsored by Wabash Tri Kappa, is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, at the Heartland REMC Building. Doors open at 6 p.m. The evening consists of Dinner, Dessert Auction, Crazy Sock Contest and Dancing. Tickets are $45 a person and can be purchased from any Tri Kappa or by calling 765-661-8206. All profit goes to Scholarships for Seniors from Northfield, Southwood and Wabash High Schools, along with local charities.
A lifelong musician with deep roots in Northern Indiana, Titus Arko began studying piano at an early age and was profoundly influenced by years of attending the Elkhart Jazz Festival, where exposure to world-class performers helped shape a keen ear and expressive style. During high school, he spent weekends performing for guests at Elcona Country Club and Christiana Creek Country Club, offering a taste of refined entertainment through live piano. After graduation, Arko pursued formal training at the Chicago College of Performing Arts. Since then, he has performed in a wide range of settings—from churches and wedding ceremonies to restaurants, clubs, and private events—bringing versatility and heartfelt musicianship to every occasion. His shows include a rich repertoire that spans The Great American Songbook, classic and modern jazz, pop standards, film themes, and select rock favorites.
🎶 Calling All Square Dancers! 🎶
Come join us for our first club square dance of 2026 and kick off the new year with friends and fun!
We’ll be dancing Mainstream and Plus tips, with Rounds in between.
🗣 Caller: Jerry Davidson
🎵 Cuer: Jeff Murray
💲 Cost: $6 per person
Enjoy light refreshments and snacks, and don’t miss our Door Prize Promenade!
Bring your square dance spirit and join us for a fun-filled evening of great dancing and fellowship.
We look forward to seeing you on the floor!
Program is Valentine Breakfast. Call Jody 619-990-7088 to make a reservation, reservations must be made by calling no later than, Friday noon prior to Luncheon. Presenter is Lori Miller Hostess […]
Our Home School Science Club this month is presented by Wabash County Sheriff Ryan Baker. This event will be held in the Wabash Carnegie Public Library's Children's Program Room.
Don't forget you must register all of your students at least 48 hours in advance, as we need to know how many supplies to prepare. Look for our yellow calendar on the library website, or call us at the library to get registered.
WCPL's Home School Science Club meets monthly to provide a science class for any homeschool student from the area in grades 1 through 6. The events are free.
Join us for a peaceful evening of relaxation as you're enveloped by the calming sounds and vibrations of crystal singing bowls. Let the soothing tones guide you into a deep state of relaxation, helping your body and mind restore balance. All you need to do is rest and enjoy - no movement required.
Wear comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one. Participants are also welcome to bring blankets and pillows to get extra cozy.
This session will be led by LeighAnne Fitzpatrick, an experienced certified yoga Instruction who has taught over 2000 hours of classes. She has run NoMa Yoga studios in North Manchester for 6 years.
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: None
Registration: No
Location: NMPL Blocher Room
Take the stage and bring stories to life! This engaging class focuses on building acting skills through games, scenes, and character work, while also giving students a taste of the creative process with fun, hands-on activities in props, costumes, and design. Ages 8-12 years old. Every Tuesday.
Pick up a take-home kit and experiment with gravity, water, aeronautics, physics, and other STEAM-related activities. Kits are located in the children's room and are geared toward grades K-5. While supplies last.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression. Every Wednesday.
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Join our teen librarian, Leah, on the first Thursday of the month for Teen Craft. This month's craft is a painted wooden hairbrush. This event is free, and no library card is required.
Since emerging in 1997, the GRAMMY award-nominated multiplatinum Chicago quintet, Plain White T's, has amassed an enduring, engaging, and enigmatic catalog, spanning two gold-certified offerings All That We Needed (2005) and Every Second Counts (2006) and unshakable anthems such as the double-platinum “1, 2, 3, 4” and platinum “Rhythm of Love.” Among the discography, “Hey There Delilah” went quadruple-platinum, topped the Billboard Hot 100, and earned a pair of 2008 GRAMMY award nominations.
Kids ages 5 and up will dip colorful string into paint and use it to create one‑of‑a‑kind prints on paper—pressing and pulling the string to reveal swirling, abstract designs that are as surprising as they are beautiful. This hands‑on project sparks creativity and joyful exploration of color and pattern.
Children under 12 should bring an adult to join the fun, but only the young artist needs to be registered.
All supplies will be provided.
ECHO Electric Scale Car Racing is a fun hobby where participants race small, battery-powered model cars on a track using a handheld controller. Just come ready to have fun! Cars […]
Learn how to “paint” with wool as you craft a needle-felted landscape full of texture and vibrant color blends. In this guided workshop, you’ll explore layering techniques, shaping details, and bringing depth to your scene using simple tools and natural fibers. Your finished artwork will measure about 8x8.
All supplies will be provided.
Participants will meet at the Upper Wabash Interpretive Center, located in Salamonie Lake’s Lost Bridge West SRA for a program about eagles and meet a live bird of prey. Then […]
All ages welcome. Free. Refreshments. Door prizes.
Wabash Community Band from 2-3:00
Wabash Dance Band from 3-4:00 playing big band era music with a dance floor.
Step into a world of magic and adventure with our Family Tabletop Tales, an interactive role-playing program designed for children and their families!
Join us every other Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM to explore the whimsical worlds of Hero Kids and Little Game Masters. This program is perfect for beginners - simply grab one of our all-in-one kits and you’ll have everything you need to start playing immediately.
We invite participating adults and teens to take the lead as "Game Masters" for their own family and friends, guiding their young heroes through epic quests of imagination.
While library staff will be on hand to offer guidance and help you learn the rules, the adventure is yours to create together!
It’s a wonderful way to foster teamwork and creativity while embarking on unforgettable journeys as a family.
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: None
Registration: No
Location: NMPL Blocher Room
Discover the art of traditional stick weaving in this hands-on, two-week workshop! Patrons will learn weaving techniques while creating a beautiful oval trivet from start to finish. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to try something new in a relaxed, creative setting.
Program Cost: $25 (cash or check only) total for both sessions (all supplies included)
Program Age Requirements: 16+
Registration: Yes, sign up at the front desk
Location: Blocher Community Room
Take the stage and bring stories to life! This engaging class focuses on building acting skills through games, scenes, and character work, while also giving students a taste of the creative process with fun, hands-on activities in props, costumes, and design. Ages 8-12 years old. Every Tuesday.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression. Every Wednesday.
Young chefs will roll up their sleeves and head into the kitchen for a fresh, flavorful cooking experience! In this hands-on Chefs on Wheels class, participants will learn how to prepare a bright and healthy tangerine pomegranate salad while building confidence with real kitchen skills.
Along the way, kids will explore citrus fruits up close, learning about the different parts of a tangerine and the many ways citrus peel can be used beyond the plate. We’ll talk about nutrition, including the importance of Vitamin C during the winter months, and practice safe food prep skills like peeling, sectioning, mixing, and measuring.
To wrap things up, participants will also learn how to make a ristra from the tangerine peels.
Note: We will be working with pomegranates, which may stain clothing. Please dress accordingly.
This program is made possible by the T-Mobile Hometown Grant.
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: Elementary grades and up
Registration: None
Location: Blocher Community Room
Join our teen librarian, Leah, on the first Thursday of the month for Teen Craft. This month's craft is a painted wooden hairbrush. This event is free, and no library card is required.
Don’t miss this powerhouse trio as they join forces for a bold, genre-blending performance of original music, dynamic improvisation, and fresh collaborative energy.
Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be available for purchase.
Doors open at 6:30pm. Performance starts at 7:30 pm.
Professor Cassie Gohn and a team of Manchester University students will set up interactive science labs at the library for our first Homeschool Science Program of 2026! Come learn about many aspects of the human body and health in a go-at-your-own-pace setting.
This program is free for all elementary - high school age students!
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: Kindergarten - High School
Registration: Yes. Sign up here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2262&BranchID=&Branch=&EventID=578202
Location: Blocher Community Room
A fun filled event with dancing, light refreshments, photo booth and memories to last $20/Couple-.$5/additional child
Wabash Area Community Theater is joining with Charley Creek Inn to present Dinnertainment - Dinner and a show on Friday and Saturday, February 20 and 21, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 22, at noon. The show is Complaint Department and Lemonade - a spoof about life in a nursing home. Tickets are on sale at Charley Creek Inn and are $40 per person.
What makes Classic Stones Live unique is its musical prowess, attention to detail, and spot-on renditions of classic hits from the Rolling Stones; the eight-piece band has accounted for every last detail. Classic Stones Live delivers a complete Rolling Stones experience with hits like "Paint It, Black," "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," "Beast of Burden," and more.
Get creative in this hands-on embroidery workshop! Participants will personalize a baseball hat or tote bag by applying hot glue, then stitching over it with colorful embroidery floss. A fun way to make your own wearable art!
All supplies will be provided.
Explore the magic of reverse painting! Create vibrant floral designs on 8×10 glass by painting in reverse order, layering colors from front to back for a stunning, luminous finished piece.
All supplies will be provided.
ECHO Electric Scale Car Racing is a fun hobby where participants race small, battery-powered model cars on a track using a handheld controller. Just come ready to have fun! Cars […]
Wabash Area Community Theater is joining with Charley Creek Inn to present Dinnertainment - Dinner and a show on Friday and Saturday, February 20 and 21, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 22, at noon. The show is Complaint Department and Lemonade - a spoof about life in a nursing home. Tickets are on sale at Charley Creek Inn and are $40 per person.
Formed in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Shenandoah rose to fame with a string of No. 1 hits, including The Church on Cumberland Road, Sunday in the South, and Two Dozen Roses. With 26 singles on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and a GRAMMY Award, their music remains timeless. Marty Raybon and Mike McGuire reunite, reigniting the chemistry that made them one of country music’s most beloved groups.
Wabash Area Community Theater is joining with Charley Creek Inn to present Dinnertainment - Dinner and a show on Friday and Saturday, February 20 and 21, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 22, at noon. The show is Complaint Department and Lemonade - a spoof about life in a nursing home. Tickets are on sale at Charley Creek Inn and are $40 per person.
Founded in 1893, the Purdue Varsity Glee Club is one of Purdue's most iconic ensembles, representing the university through music at both local and international events. Known for their versatility, the Glee Club performs an array of musical styles, including gospel, jazz, contemporary hits, classical pieces, and patriotic songs, often enhanced by unique vocal arrangements. The Glee Club comprises dedicated students from various academic disciplines who balance rigorous studies with a commitment to musical excellence and community service.
Described as "literary speed dating", NMPL Book Tastings will help adult readers broaden their reading horizons and discover exciting new book adventures. Participants will have the chance to sample a variety of books in 5 minute time increments, and when the bell sounds, they can decide to bring the book home, try another title, or do both. Explore new authors, genres, and series that you might not have tried before. No more complaints of, "I don't have anything to read!" Plus we'll have hot tea and delicious homemade goodies to sample!
Book Menu:
• Sample a variety of contemporary and classic romances
Coffee Cake Menu:
• Blueberry Skillet Coffee Cake - This breakfast cake is full of fresh blueberries, topped with an almond-flecked crumb, and served straight from a buttery skillet it's baked in.
• Classic Coffee Cake - Enjoy buttery and soft coffee cake with plenty of brown sugar crumbs on top!
• Banana Bread Coffee Cake - Full of intense banana flavor with a delicious crunchy topping - perfect for pairing with a cup of joe!
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: Ages 16+
Registration: No
Location: Blocher Community Room
While we watch your kids, they will learn a hands-on, social card game at Pokémon Club - trading cards, learning the rules, and interacting face-to-face with other players. No screens […]
Discover the art of traditional stick weaving in this hands-on, two-week workshop! Patrons will learn weaving techniques while creating a beautiful oval trivet from start to finish. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to try something new in a relaxed, creative setting.
Program Cost: $25 (cash or check only) total for both sessions (all supplies included)
Program Age Requirements: 16+
Registration: Yes, sign up at the front desk
Location: Blocher Community Room
Take the stage and bring stories to life! This engaging class focuses on building acting skills through games, scenes, and character work, while also giving students a taste of the creative process with fun, hands-on activities in props, costumes, and design. Ages 8-12 years old. Every Tuesday.
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression.
Freshen up your home while learning a practical, eco-friendly life skill at this hands-on session of Homeschool Home Ec! Students will explore how everyday household cleaners work and discover how natural ingredients can be used to clean effectively while being kinder to the environment.
Participants will create two DIY cleaners to take home, starting with an All-Purpose Spruce Cleaner made from spruce branches macerated in vinegar - capturing the fresh, woodsy scent of the forest while providing a powerful, ecological cleaning solution. Students will also mix up an Essential Oil Kitchen Cleaner, learning how natural oils can be used to clean sinks, countertops, floors, windows, and more.
This program encourages sustainability, problem-solving, and independence while showing students how making cleaners at home can reduce plastic waste, save money, and support healthier living. Each participant will leave with their own personalized glass bottles of cleaners and the confidence to put their new skills to use at home.
All supplies are provided by the library. Come ready to mix, learn, and take home something truly useful!
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: Ages 7 and up
Registration: Yes. Sign up here: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2262&EventID=578357
Location: Blocher Community Room
Fuel your child's creativity in this engaging art class designed specifically for homeschool students! Through hands-on projects inspired by influential artists from history and today, young artists will explore concepts like form, color, value, and shape. This class provides a fun, supportive environment that complements homeschool learning by encouraging imagination, building artistic skills, and fostering self-expression. Every Wednesday.
An opportunity to learn from experts in Lawncare, Landscaping and Invasives Species. We will cover new technology, best practices, and review how best to take care of our landscape.
Registration Link: https://cvent.me/mWb0Ky
Babytime is designed for children from birth to age three and their caregivers, offering stories, songs, rhymes, and simple sensory play to support early learning and development. On select dates, Babytime will also feature a special Baby-Led Feeding session, where caregivers can learn about this approach to introducing solid foods, focusing on safety, independence, and motor skill development.
This month, we’re making Popeye Muffins. These pretty green muffins are a fantastic snack to satisfy little bellies, particularly those who’ve reached the 12-month-old + stage of self feeding. While our muffins bake, we’ll meet our new composting worms and feed them with scraps from our recipe!
Program Cost: Free, sponsored by the T-Mobile Hometown Grant and Let’s Go Compost!
Program Age Requirements: 0-5 accompanied by caregivers
Registration: None
Location: Blocher Community Room
Join our teen librarian, Leah, on the first Thursday of the month for Teen Craft. This month's craft is a painted wooden hairbrush. This event is free, and no library card is required.
This is an opportunity to learn about many gardening topics including; vegetables, lawncare, invasive species, tree pruning, growing fruit, plant diseases and much more!! Register by February 21
Join Crazy 8s, a totally new kind of math club. You’ll get to build dazzling shapes with glowsticks, crack secret spy codes, toss and play with bouncy dice, and more! Each week is filled with get-up-and-move activities that will level up your math skills. There’s no grading or homework review – just fun with friends. We’re making math the cool thing to do!
The 9:30 am sessions are for:
• Kids in grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th
• Kids who can commit to showing up weekly for 8 weeks
Here are 3 reasons why your kid should join:
• It’s collaborative: Each week’s activity gets kids working together and moving around together so they can bond over math in a whole new way.
• It’s hands-on: Our high-energy activities explore the math behind kids’ favorite things like treasure hunts, card games, puzzles – even secret spy codes!
• It’s proven: Crazy 8s reduces kids’ math anxiety after only 8 weeks in the club and boosts their confidence in the classroom.
Weekly Sessions
✨ Week 1: Glow-in-the-Dark Geometry: It’s a geometric glow party! Create repeating patterns and cool 3D shapes with glowsticks, then flick off the lights to see it all shine.
🏖️ Week 2: Beach Ball Party: Beach balls aren’t just for summer! We’ll use a specially designed numbered beach ball to race our way through Zigzag Volleyball, Hot Potato and other fast-paced games. We guarantee you’ll have a ball!
🎲 Week 3: Bouncy Dice Explosion: It’s your big chance to throw things because you’re supposed to! Work as a team to discover which numbers roll most often, then face off against your opponent in Radical Bingo.
🏁 Week 4: Crazy 8s Race: Play a new board game! Roll dice to travel around a figure 8 racetrack and zoom forward when you land on a magic GO number. See who makes it to 8 x 8 first!
🟧 Week 5: Pixel-palooza: It’s hip to be square! Create large, pixelated pictures out of sticky notes. Dream up and plan out other creations and see if you can build them.
🎯 Week 6: Daring Darts: Supersize the math fun in this game of floor darts! We’ll learn how to keep score, then play a few rounds before our traditional game takes some twists and turns.
💰 Week 7: Funny Money: Money is no laughing matter! But we bet you’ll have fun comparing coins and earning money to buy a cool puzzle.
🕵️ Week 8: Spy Training: See if you have what it takes to be a spy. You'll break different codes for clues to unlock the hidden spy gear!
Ages: Grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th
Cost: Free! Sponsored by the Friends of the North Manchester Public Library
Registration: Yes, registration is required. Sign up here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2262&BranchID=&Branch=&EventID=577812
Location: Blocher Community Room
Join Crazy 8s, a totally new kind of math club. You’ll get to build dazzling shapes with glowsticks, crack secret spy codes, toss and play with bouncy dice, and more! Each week is filled with get-up-and-move activities that will level up your math skills. There’s no grading or homework review – just fun with friends. We’re making math the cool thing to do!
The 9:30 am sessions are for:
• Kids in grades Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd
• Kids who can commit to showing up weekly for 8 weeks
Here are 3 reasons why your kid should join:
• It’s collaborative: Each week’s activity gets kids working together and moving around together so they can bond over math in a whole new way.
• It’s hands-on: Our high-energy activities explore the math behind kids’ favorite things like treasure hunts, card games, puzzles – even secret spy codes!
• It’s proven: Crazy 8s reduces kids’ math anxiety after only 8 weeks in the club and boosts their confidence in the classroom.
Weekly Sessions
✨ Week 1: Glow-in-the-Dark Geometry: It’s a geometric glow party! Create repeating patterns and cool 3D shapes with glowsticks, then flick off the lights to see it all shine.
🏖️ Week 2: Beach Ball Party: Beach balls aren’t just for summer! We’ll use a specially designed numbered beach ball to race our way through Zigzag Volleyball, Hot Potato and other fast-paced games. We guarantee you’ll have a ball!
🎲 Week 3: Bouncy Dice Explosion: It’s your big chance to throw things because you’re supposed to! Work as a team to discover which numbers roll most often, then face off against your opponent in Radical Bingo.
🏁 Week 4: Crazy 8s Race: Play a new board game! Roll dice to travel around a figure 8 racetrack and zoom forward when you land on a magic GO number. See who makes it to 8 x 8 first!
🟧 Week 5: Pixel-palooza: It’s hip to be square! Create large, pixelated pictures out of sticky notes. Dream up and plan out other creations and see if you can build them.
🎯 Week 6: Daring Darts: Supersize the math fun in this game of floor darts! We’ll learn how to keep score, then play a few rounds before our traditional game takes some twists and turns.
💰 Week 7: Funny Money: Money is no laughing matter! But we bet you’ll have fun comparing coins and earning money to buy a cool puzzle.
🕵️ Week 8: Spy Training: See if you have what it takes to be a spy. You'll break different codes for clues to unlock the hidden spy gear!
Ages: Grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th
Cost: Free! Sponsored by the Friends of the North Manchester Public Library
Registration: Yes, registration is required. Sign up here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2262&BranchID=&Branch=&EventID=577816
Location: Blocher Community Room
Skip the classroom and step into a night of American history-telling, live music, and multimedia! Adapted from the top-ranked history podcast History That Doesn't Suck, Professor Greg Jackson tells the epic tale of “The Unlikely Union,” weaving defining moments in American history from the Revolution through the Civil War as a young nation forms, defines, and reforms itself. Travel back in time through the first 100 years of U.S. history and return with real context for today.
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A famous scientist with magic powers brings a friendly dinosaur to life. When the dinosaur wanders away from home, he discovers a wonderful world full of creatures that light up the darkness and help him find the true meaning of love. This glow-in-the-dark adventure is visually stunning and has been praised for its cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance by audiences all over the world.