Summer 2024 SPARK Morning Option

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-6)
Storytime
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Morton Mandan Public Library
Room: The Nest/Children's Reading Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

SPARK (Simple, Play-based Activities and Resources for Kids) is a fantastic program for children (and their caregivers) ages 0-5, hosted by Mandan Little Learners! Each session includes a story time and activities intended to spark imagination, social skills, and more.

Generally, SPARK summer sessions will occur in the Dykshoorn Park weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, it will be moved inside MMPL.

Weekly Themes for Summer 2024:

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed with the intention that children are accompanied by adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dykshoorn Park

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone

The Morton Mandan Public Library Bookmobile ("Morti" for short) travels to dozens of locations each month, bringing the library's services, materials, and activities directly to you! They carry a constantly updating collection of magazines, books, audiobooks, and DVDs for all ages, and can deliver requested items from other libraries, as well.

The bookmobile serves as a "movable room" of Morton Mandan Public Library, so we strive to make as many of the same services available on a mobile scale that are available in the library building in Mandan. Some special services we provide include:

  • Renewing and Requesting items from other libraries
    • Log in to your account in the Online Catalog from any internet browser and enter your library barcode number and four digit pin to manage your account, or ask one of our fabulous staff in person or over the phone.
  • Doorstep Library
    • Home delivery service offered in Mandan and Morton County. To apply for this service, call the library and ask to speak to "Outreach".
  • Notary Services
    • Available both on the bookmobile and in the library building, free of charge.
  • Homeschool Boxes
    • Monthly delivery service offered in Mandan and Morton County. Ask for a form or call the library and ask to speak to "Outreach" if interested!

And of course, all of the library's Digital Resources are available no matter where you are! All you need is your library barcode number.

Space Lego Camp (Day 2 of 2)

12:30pm - 1:30pm
STEAM
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Morton Mandan Public Library
Room: Parkside
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Does your child enjoy creating and building with Legos? Is space, the final frontier, a place that holds intrigue and imagination for your child?

Junior Gardening Camp w/ NDSU Extension

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elementary (7-10)
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Morton Mandan Public Library
Room: The Loft
Age Group: Elementary (7-10)
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Is your child curious about gardening, or intrigued by the mystery of growing plants?

Summer MAC

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone

The Morton Mandan Public Library Bookmobile ("Morti" for short) travels to dozens of locations each month, bringing the library's services, materials, and activities directly to you! They carry a constantly updating collection of magazines, books, audiobooks, and DVDs for all ages, and can deliver requested items from other libraries, as well.

The bookmobile serves as a "movable room" of Morton Mandan Public Library, so we strive to make as many of the same services available on a mobile scale that are available in the library building in Mandan. Some special services we provide include:

  • Renewing and Requesting items from other libraries
    • Log in to your account in the Online Catalog from any internet browser and enter your library barcode number and four digit pin to manage your account, or ask one of our fabulous staff in person or over the phone.
  • Doorstep Library
    • Home delivery service offered in Mandan and Morton County. To apply for this service, call the library and ask to speak to "Outreach".
  • Notary Services
    • Available both on the bookmobile and in the library building, free of charge.
  • Homeschool Boxes
    • Monthly delivery service offered in Mandan and Morton County. Ask for a form or call the library and ask to speak to "Outreach" if interested!

And of course, all of the library's Digital Resources are available no matter where you are! All you need is your library barcode number.

Summer 2024 SPARK Afternoon Option

4:15pm - 4:45pm
Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-6)
Storytime
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Morton Mandan Public Library
Room: The Nest/Children's Reading Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers (0-3), Children (4-6)
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

SPARK (Simple, Play-based Activities and Resources for Kids) is a fantastic program for children (and their caregivers) ages 0-5, hosted by Mandan Little Learners! Each session includes a story time and activities intended to spark imagination, social skills, and more.

Generally, SPARK summer sessions will occur in the Dykshoorn Park weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, it will be moved inside MMPL.

Weekly Themes for Summer 2024:

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed with the intention that children are accompanied by adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

KIDS Cardio (Note new start time)

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Children (4-6), Elementary (7-10)
Health & Wellness
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Morton Mandan Public Library
Room: The Loft
Age Group: Children (4-6), Elementary (7-10)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This 30-minute Cardio class is all about teamwork, body awareness, developing strength, coordination, and boosting self-confidence! We will emphasize the FUN in functional fitness for ages 3-12!

Parents are encouraged to join. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed with the intention that children are accompanied by adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Dakota Zoo Outreach

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Morton Mandan Public Library
Event Details:

MMPL is bringing it's love for literacy, play and critters to the Dakota Zoo. Come find us outside of the Discovery Building for an opportunity to play a game and hear comical story about one of the most well known prairie animals.