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Manchester School District New Student & Family Welcome Orientation
2025-05-15 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Manchester School District Family Welcome Center, 148 Concord St, Manchester, NH, 03104, United States
⭐ New Student & Family Welcome Orientation ⭐

The Manchester School District invites new students and families to join one of our Welcome Orientations. The monthly sessions have been established to support students and families new to the district and community. During the orientation, families will have a chance to meet district staff and learn more about the academic and extracurricular programs at the school and key resources available to all families. Light refreshments will be served. 🎉

Orientations will take place at the Manchester School District’s Family Welcome Center at French Hall at 148 Concord Street, Manchester, NH. 📍

Please register ahead of time at this link

Teen Thursdays
2025-05-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Every Thursday, come hang out in the Winchell Room after school. We’ll have snacks, arts and craft supplies, Nintendo Switch, and other games. One or twice a month we’ll have a special structured craft or activity.
Check the teen website for further details at manchesterlibrary.org/teens.
For teens in grades 6-12.

Family Storytime
2025-05-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Family Storytimes for 2-5 years old will meet Thurdays mornings at 10:00 & 11:00 am. These are drop in sessions. Please attend only one session each week which so everyone can attend this very popular program. All sessions are held in the Winchell Room. For more information contact the Children’s Room at 603-624-6550 ext. 7628

Family Storytime
2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Family Storytimes for 2-5 years old will meet Thurdays mornings at 10:00 & 11:00 am. These are drop in sessions. Please attend only one session each week which so everyone can attend this very popular program. All sessions are held in the Winchell Room. For more information contact the Children’s Room at 603-624-6550 ext 7628

Webinar: Principles of How to Find a Job, Résumé Writing & Ace an Interview
2025-05-14 15:30 - 16:00, 2025-05-14 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-05-07 15:30 - 16:00, 2025-05-07 11:30 - 12:00 | Virtual
Join AtoZ University for job search strategies and résumé tips.
In this training session you will learn how to generate lists of job opportunities, learn some job search tips and look at various résumé templates. This is an interactive session, so feel free to ask any and all questions. Classes typically run between 20 and 30 minutes depending upon questions.
Register here

Storytime Science
2025-05-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
The Children’s Room staff are excited to announce our Storytime program with SEE Science Center. Once a month, kids ages 2-6 years old are invited to join Ms. Yvonne and Ms. Amanda from the SEE Science Center for Storytime Science. This storytime is based on a Stem/Steam theme with hands-on activities afterwards. Registration will be required to make sure that we have enough materials for everyone. Storytime Science is a program of the SEE Science Center’s First Steps in Science Initiative presented by Dartmouth Health Childrens. This program is a great way to introduce our youngest patrons to fun STEM/STEAM hands on activities. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Family Game Night
2025-05-13 16:00 - 19:30, 2025-05-06 16:00 - 19:30 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Drop by the children’s room for Family Game Night. We will have different board games and puzzles for families to enjoy as you browse fro books. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Elementary Experiments In-Person
2025-05-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Anyone grades 1-6 can join us for activities and crafts with a STEAM focus on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. This month we are acting as Air Traffic Control to predict the wind and test some planes! Remember to register so we can make sure we have enough supplies.
Register here

We're Going on a Bug Hunt
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
On Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00 am in the Winchell Room and on our side lawn, we will be going on a bug hunt. If you like bugs, this is your party. We will listen to bug stories, play games and make a cute bug craft to take home. Come dressed for an outside ‘bug hunt’ activities. Children ages 1-5 years of are invited. Registration is requested to make sure that we have enough materials for everyone. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Dental Van at Hillside Middle School
2025-05-12 08:00 - 2025-05-16 15:00 | Hillside Middle School, 112 Reservoir Ave, Manchester, 03102, United States
If your child does not have a dentist OR private dental insurance (we accept Medicaid) and you would like them to be seen for dental care on the dental van at your school, please ask for a permission form from the main office. You can also visit our website for permission forms and a full schedule of school visits.
**We will be providing treatment at ALL public schools in Manchester throughout the school year. We ask that you plan on your child receiving care at their school. In the case of a dental emergency please call 603-624-6466 to make other arrangements.

Manchester Green Up Tour!
2025-05-10 10:00 - 14:00
Spring is here and now is the time to discover some of the most vibrant landscapes in the Queen City- our community gardens and Cedar Swamp Nature Preserve. Join Manchester Grows and The Nature Conservancy for family-friendly activities and chances to explore some of the best nature in the city! Whether you are an avid gardener or simply seeking a relaxing day out in nature, come experience the hidden gems of Manchester through the first annual Green Up Tour!
Stop by any or all of these locations for a series of fun activities and light refreshments.
Sat. May 10th, 10am-2pm Rain or Shine!
Manchester Community College Garden
1066 Front St., Manchester
Activity: UNH Extension Info Table and Garden Tours
Manchester Cedar Swamp
Countryside Boulevard, Manchester
Activity: Guided Hikes into the swamp and wildlife discussion
Playball Fields Community Garden at Cullerot Park
486 Youville St., Manchester
Activity: Cleanup and Build Garden Beds
Parkside Community Garden
1 Parkside Ave., Manchester
Activity: Garden pot painting and planting
Sponsored by Manchester Grows

Baby Storytime
2025-05-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
And for our youngest patrons, 6-23 months, Baby Storytime will be on Friday mornings at 10:00 am in the Winchell Room This is also a drop in program. For more information, please call 624-6550 ext. 7628.

Getting Your Garden Ready for Spring
2025-05-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
For more information visit here

Teen Plus: Craft Night
2025-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
New this spring – teens in grades 6-12 can bring their plus 1 (or more) for some cool crafting fun. Bring your favorite adult, sibling, or friend to create our special Teen Plus monthly craft.
MAY: Mason Jar Luminaries
Anyone not in grades 6-12 must be accompanied by a teen, and children under 8 must have an adult in attendance as well as a teen. Please note that the craft projects are intended for teens and adults and may not be suitable for younger children.
Please register in advance to help us plan.
Register here

Dental Van at McLaughlin Middle School
2025-05-05 08:00 - 2025-05-09 15:00 | McLaughlin Middle School, 201 Jack Lovering Drive, Manchester, 03109, United States

May the 4th Eve/Star Wars Party
2025-05-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Drop in from 10:00 am to Noon on Saturday, May 3rd to celebrate a time long ago in a galaxy far, far away! We will have Star Wars themed crafts and activities out all afternoon for the whole family to enjoy! While you are here, be sure to try the lightsaber training, droid programing, and to test your knowledge at the Star Wars Trivia Contest. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628

Lego Afternoon
2025-05-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Drop by the Winchell Room to create a Lego masterpiece for our display case. This program is for ages 3-12 years. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628

Community Meet & Greet with Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH
2025-05-01 17:00 - 18:00 | 844 Elm Street, Manchester, NH, 844 Elm Street, Manchester, 03101, United States
We invite you to join us for an evening of community and connection and share the importance of youth mentoring!

Come enjoy light refreshments in the welcoming space of The Bookery Manchester while getting to know Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire. This event is free to all and we encourage you to bring friends, family members, or colleagues with you!

This is a great opportunity to:
✅ Learn about our impact in Greater Manchester
✅ Meet some of our Board Members & Bigs
✅ Connect with familiar faces from the community
✅ Discover ways to get involved and make a difference!
Whether you’re interested in mentoring, supporting our mission, or just learning more, we’d love to see you there!

RSVP here

Morphs & Milestones
2025-05-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Learn about snakes, turtles and other reptiles from around the world. Through hands-on opportunities, kids will learn about their environments where they live; what they eat and other fun and interesting facts. For ore information, please call 624-6550 ext. 7628

Teen Movie & Pizza Night
2025-04-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Manchester City Library, 405 Pine Street, Manchester, 03104, United States
Come for a movie and pizza in the auditorium, where we’ll watch a teen movie on the big screen. For teens in grades 6 – 12. Movies may be rated PG-13 or PG.
Registration in advance is requested to help us plan. If you have food allergies or restrictions, let us know when you register or email Dori ahead of time at mclyouthservices@manchesternh.gov. Please feel free to also email with movie suggestions you would like to watch!
Visit the Teen Services website at www.manchesterlibrary.org/teens for movie updates.
Register here
