Chefs on Wheels: Tangerine & Pomegranate Salad
February 18 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
🎶 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!
In-person Inventors Club! This week, your elementary-aged kids can do STEAM experiments and projects at the library. Geared toward ages 7-11, these hands-on STEAM activities will be held in our children’s program room from 4:00 to 5:00.