Manhattan Public Library

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From barn dances and civic events to orchestra halls, African American musicians formed the soundtrack of early Kansas. Don't miss Humanities Kansas speaker Lem Sheppard as he brings this rich history to life through storytelling. ow.ly/NRxR50ZV2kW

Mark your calendars, our Mental Health First Aid training with Pawnee Mental Health is back on! Join us November 9 for an in depth look at mental health and what you can do to assist a friend in need. Register now! manhattanks.librarycalendar.…

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As part of KState’s multi-day Heartland AI Symposium, K-State is hosting a free public Town Hall in our Auditorium! Join K-State experts for an open community discussion on AI ethics, accountability & human-centered tech. 🗓️ Nov. 10 | 6:30–8 PM 🌐 Info: k-state.edu/ai-symposium

Light up your evening! 💡✨ Join author Stephanie Brinkley for a special Lightning Bug Jamboree storytime, craft & book signing! Celebrating her 2026 Kansas Notable Book win. Details online at ow.ly/mTPO50ZUxLl

Full steam ahead! 🚂 Be sure to visit us between November 2-7 as the Frankfort Subdivision Model Railroad Club is back with their incredibly detailed miniature train setup. A beloved tradition for train lovers of all ages!

Happy #KansasReadsToPreschoolers Month! Reading just a few picture books a day builds rich vocabulary that everyday chatter misses. Start your child’s journey with our free #1000BooksBeforeKindergarten program! ow.ly/Ucyr5101N0K

Check out what's coming up at the library this week!

Gain the confidence and skills to recognize, understand, and respond to mental health challenges and crises in your everyday life. ow.ly/AGOz50ZXLRk

Celebrate Kansas Reads to Preschoolers Month with us! 💡📚 Enjoy Lightning Bug Jamboree Nov. 17–21 & grab a FREE book for your home library! ⭐ Special Visit: Author Stephanie Brinkley will be here live on Nov. 17!

All aboard the bedtime express! Put on your favorite cozy PJs and roll into the library for a train-themed Pajama Storytime. We’ll read fun locomotive stories, sing songs, and get all those bedtime wiggles out!

We want to hear from you! Take the Manhattan Public Library survey this October to help guide our programs & services. Enter your email at the end for a chance to win a mystery prize! ow.ly/eOvr50ZUyKI

As part of KState’s multi-day Heartland AI Symposium, K-State is hosting a free public Town Hall in our Auditorium! Join K-State experts for an open community discussion on AI ethics, accountability & human-centered tech. 🗓️ Nov. 10 | 6:30–8 PM 🌐 Info: k-state.edu/ai-symposium

Full steam ahead! 🚂 Be sure to visit us between November 2-7 as the Frankfort Subdivision Model Railroad Club is back with their incredibly detailed miniature train setup. A beloved tradition for train lovers of all ages!

Honoring memory, family & tradition 🌼💀 Stop by to view our Día de los Muertos display & ofrenda built on our classic card catalog! Browse great books for all ages to learn more about this rich holiday.

Your next discovery could be in yesterday’s headlines! Explore Kansas history, discover family connections, and uncover stories from your hometown with ow.ly/WGcI50ZZN6S’s Kansas collection—now available ow.ly/Alug50ZZN6R

It’s time to show off your frightfully good dance moves! 👻 Bring your little monsters over to boogie to the beat, stomp your feet, and shake the sillies out! Perfect for ages 2 and up, costumes are welcome! ow.ly/1YI150ZKKl8

We’re taking toy taxidermy to monstrous levels. Decapitate plastic dinos, Frankenstein action figure limbs, and mount your unnatural creations onto wall plaques. Registration required, claim your lab spot: ow.ly/2YBe50ZLAlU

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