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Youth Art Series 2024 at The Rahr-West Art Museum
March 3-31, 2024 Manitowoc Public Schools Features artwork from students in grades K-12 who are enrolled in the Manitowoc Public School District. Each year from March to May, the Rahr-West Art Museum partners with local and regional schools to bring art created by students in grades K-12 into our galleries. Infuse yourself with the energy […]
Easter Egg Hunt at St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish
Easter Egg Hunt at St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish
Meet at Marian Hall. For toddlers to age ten. Starts at 9:15 and will conclude before 10:00 mass. Easter Egg Hunt for 3 age groups. Gift bags for each child. Invite a friend.
4th Annual Lunch & Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny
4th Annual Lunch & Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny
Come enjoy lunch with the Easter Bunny & his special friend! Lunch specials start at 11AM Egg hunts for the children start at 1:00PM Childrenโs Egg Hunts are FREE!!! Over 25 Baskets to giveaway! Adult Hunt at 3PM LOTS of giveaways!! $Cash drawing!!
2 events,
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Walk along the first part of Willow Trail and look for different animal egg signs to learn about the animal that lays them. This a fun way to enjoy some fresh air and walk with your family at your own pace! This is self-guided; no registration necessary.
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Bring the family or meet up with friends for game nights every Monday. The library has all your favorite board and card games. FREE popcorn! Bring beverages and find a spot anywhere in the library to play. Every Monday thru May 6, 2024
1 event,
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Walk along the first part of Willow Trail and look for different animal egg signs to learn about the animal that lays them. This a fun way to enjoy some fresh air and walk with your family at your own pace! This is self-guided; no registration necessary.
2 events,
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Walk along the first part of Willow Trail and look for different animal egg signs to learn about the animal that lays them. This a fun way to enjoy some fresh air and walk with your family at your own pace! This is self-guided; no registration necessary.
50 Hikes for 50 Years: Search for Skunk Cabbage: #14/50 Hikes
50 Hikes for 50 Years: Search for Skunk Cabbage: #14/50 Hikes
Look for skunk cabbage, marsh marigold, and other spring plants. Trail TBD. Register by the Friday before the hike, email Jess at jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org orcall 920-793-4007.
1 event,
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Walk along the first part of Willow Trail and look for different animal egg signs to learn about the animal that lays them. This a fun way to enjoy some fresh air and walk with your family at your own pace! This is self-guided; no registration necessary.
2 events,
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Walk along the first part of Willow Trail and look for different animal egg signs to learn about the animal that lays them. This a fun way to enjoy some fresh air and walk with your family at your own pace! This is self-guided; no registration necessary.
Family Fun Friday – Mission: Impossilbe
Family Fun Friday – Mission: Impossilbe
Family Mission: Impossible! Decode clues to lead you through the YMCA to complete challenges. Also includes Pitz Family Fun Center and open basketball. $5 members, $15 per family for nonmembers. Register by April 4 at 8pm. Tickets at: operations.daxko.com/5051/ProgramsV2/Search.mvc
5 events,
Youth Art Series 2024 at The Rahr West Art Museum
Big East Conference April 6 -14, 2024 Features high school art from Cedar Grove-Belgium, Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah, Hilbert. Howards Grove, Kohler, Manitowoc Lutheran, Mishicot, Oostburg, Ozaukee, Random Lake, Reedsville, Sheboygan County Christian, Sheboygan Lutheran and St. Mary Catholic Each year from March to May, the Rahr-West Art Museum partners with local and regional schools to bring […]
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Egg-stravaganza Walk at Woodland Dunes
Walk along the first part of Willow Trail and look for different animal egg signs to learn about the animal that lays them. This a fun way to enjoy some fresh air and walk with your family at your own pace! This is self-guided; no registration necessary.
Indoor Farmers Market
Indoor Farmers Market
Grow It Forward Winter Farmers Market The Grow It Forward Winter Market increases access to healthy local food, builds community, supports the local economy, and provides marketing opportunities for farmers and small businesses. Open Saturdays, November-April, 9am-12:30pm, located at 921 S. 8th Street, Downtown Manitowoc, WI 54220.
Book Launch at LeDeDa Books & Beans
Book Launch at LeDeDa Books & Beans
Young readers and their parents/grandparents are invited to visit with author Naomi Raddatz, Saturday, April 6, 10:30-11:30 at LaDeDa Books. Raddatz will read her whimsical picture book, โBobโs Birthday Blobsโ. There will also be an art project inspired by Bobโs story. Bob wants a cake and a playmate for his birthday but no one seems […]
Spring into Action – Camp Tapawingo’s Annual Fundraising Banquet
Spring into Action – Camp Tapawingo’s Annual Fundraising Banquet
Camp Tapawingo's 17th Annual Fundraising Banquet on April 6th at City Limits Bar/Banquet Hall. Join us for an unforgettable evening that supports our mission of providing quality educational programming for youth and families. Everyone is welcome! Adults and youth 17 years and older: $25, Youth 11-16 years old: $20, Youth 4-10 years old: $15, Children […]
2 events,
Roncalli High School to host Wisconsin Singers April 7 MANITOWOC, Wis. โ Wisconsin Singers, the University of Wisconsin-Madisonโs premier Broadway-caliber touring production, is taking the stage at Roncalli High School for its 56th season show, โWhen Opposites Attractโ on April 7 at 3 p.m. The new original 90-minute show, performed by unpaid full-time UW-Madison students […]
4 events,
Solar Eclipse Watch Party
Solar Eclipse Watch Party
Can't make it to the path of totality for the total solar eclipse on April 8th? We've got you covered! Join us in the Idea Box to watch NASA's live streaming coverage. Drop in anytime between 12PM and 3PM to watch this historic event. The next total solar eclipse won't be seen again in the […]
Solar Eclipse Viewing at Woodland Dunes
Solar Eclipse Viewing at Woodland Dunes
Join Astronomer Al by the Sky Shed to view the solar eclipse safely through filtered telescopes. The eclipse begins at 12:54pm and at mid-eclipse (2:09pm), the sun will be 88% covered by the moon! Stop in anytime or stay for the entire event (feel free to bring a camp chair). This program is dependent upon […]
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Bring the family or meet up with friends for game nights every Monday. The library has all your favorite board and card games. FREE popcorn! Bring beverages and find a spot anywhere in the library to play. Every Monday thru May 6, 2024
4 events,
Cat Kid Comic Club
Cat Kid Comic Club
Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:00am 1:00 - 2:00pm Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogsโ constant bickering […]
Family Activity Night – LEGO Night
Family Activity Night – LEGO Night
Manitowoc Public Library Balkansky Community Room ABC Tuesday, April 9, 2024,ย 6:30pm - 7:15pm Calling all LEGOยฎ enthusiasts and engineers! Join us for a night of building fun. Tackle a construction challenge, do some open-ended free play, or even create some LEGO art! Make new friends while building STEAM skills. No registration is required. Families
50 Hikes for 50 Years – #15/50 Hikes, Twilight Walk
50 Hikes for 50 Years – #15/50 Hikes, Twilight Walk
Experience the sound and sights of twilight. Trail TBD. Register by the Friday before the hike, email Jess at jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org or call 920-793-4007.
3 events,
Spring Singalong Storytime with Miss Maggie
Spring Singalong Storytime with Miss Maggie
Manitowoc Public Library Balkansky Community Room ABC Thursday, April 11, 2024,ย 6:00pm - 7:00pm Preschoolers Youโre never too young for a great story! Kick of spring in style with a singalong storytime with the musical Miss Maggie; she'll bring her flute and ukulele and maybe even tickle the piano keys with fun and familiar tunes. We'll […]
Timberdoodle Observation
Timberdoodle Observation
Search for the sky-dancing American Woodcock and witness its elaborate courtship displays. After, look at stars, constellations and more through the telescope. Space is limited, registration required by Monday, April 8th. Program is weather dependent. Sponsored by The Winston Group and Next Era. To register, email Jess at jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org or call 920-793-4007. Members:$4; $10 family […]
6 events,
Indoor Farmers Market
Indoor Farmers Market
Grow It Forward Winter Farmers Market The Grow It Forward Winter Market increases access to healthy local food, builds community, supports the local economy, and provides marketing opportunities for farmers and small businesses. Open Saturdays, November-April, 9am-12:30pm, located at 921 S. 8th Street, Downtown Manitowoc, WI 54220.
Ice Breaker Open House & Boat Show
Ice Breaker Open House & Boat Show
Come celebrate the start of spring with us! We will have prizes, amazing sales, some boating educational opportunities, boats on display, and Camp Ranger Coffee & Lotus will be there! Let's have some fun lakeside!
7th Annual Spring Craft & Vendor Fair at Rollaire Skate Center
7th Annual Spring Craft & Vendor Fair at Rollaire Skate Center
Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 10:00m - 3:00pm ๐ฉ๐๐ก๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ฆ - ๐ง๐ข ๐๐๐ง ๐ ๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ข ๐๐๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ข๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฆ๐ฃ๐๐๐, ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ฐ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ณ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฟ@๐ด๐บ๐ฎ๐ถ๐น.๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ telling us what you sell to request a registration form. *๐๐ ๐จ๐ค๐ข๐๐ค๐ฃ๐ ๐ค๐ฉ๐๐๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฃ ๐๐ฅ๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐ฃ๐๐ค๐ง๐๐๐๐ง@๐๐ข๐๐๐ก.๐๐ค๐ข ๐ง๐๐๐๐๐๐จ ๐ค๐ช๐ฉ ๐๐จ๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ข๐ค๐ฃ๐๐ฎ, ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐๐จ๐ ๐๐ค ๐ฃ๐ค๐ฉ ๐๐ฃ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค ๐๐๐ ๐จ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ข๐ค๐ฃ๐๐ฎ!* Our spring event typically hosts around 45 […]
Dave and the Amazing Technicolor Chordsmen
Dave and the Amazing Technicolor Chordsmen
An incredible musical adventure with amazing vocals and hilarious comedy FEATURING: โข The Clipper City Chordsmen โข Chapter Quartets โข Special Guest Quartetย Coulee Classic TIMES: 3:00pm & 7:00pm LOCATION Franciscan Center for Music Education and Performance โ 6751 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc TICKETS: GENERAL ADMISSION Adults โ $20 Students 18 and Under โ $10 Tickets available […]
MSO, Letโs Indulge!
MSO, Letโs Indulge!
Saturday, April 13th, 2024, 7:30 pm 2 hours, plus a 20 minute intermission $35, $32, and $28 MSO heads toward 75 years with the greatest music of all time. The internationally acclaimed pianist STANISLAVA VARSHAVSKI will perform RACHMANINOFFโS PIANO CONCERTO NO. 2. BEETHOVENโS EGMONT OVERTURE and BRAHMSโ SYMPHONY NO.3 will further spoil our ears. If […]
1 event,
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Bring the family or meet up with friends for game nights every Monday. The library has all your favorite board and card games. FREE popcorn! Bring beverages and find a spot anywhere in the library to play. Every Monday thru May 6, 2024
1 event,
Read to Certified Therapy Dogs
Read to Certified Therapy Dogs
Manitowoc Public Library Balkansky Community Room ABC Tuesday, April 16, 2024,ย 6:30pm - 7:30pm Studies show that children who read to animals, like our therapy dogs, gain confidence and improve their overall reading. Due to limited availability, registration is required. Each family may register for one 15-minute one-on-one session with a therapy dog. Please call 920-686-3030 […]
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3 events,
50 Hikes for 50 Years – #16/50, Spring Hike
50 Hikes for 50 Years – #16/50, Spring Hike
Look and listen for signs of spring. Trail TBD. Register by the Friday before the hike, email Jess at jessicaj@woodlanddunes.org or call 920-793-4007.
Supper at Sorenson
Supper at Sorenson
Pinecrest Historical Village Gather at the Sorenson House table for a delightful, simple, historic supper. Enjoy the sites, sounds, and smells of a kitchen from days gone by. Mrs. Sorenson and her helpers will be glad to have you at their table. There is nothing they like better than a houseful of merriment. At the […]
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
THURSDAY, April 18 - 7 pm - 8:15pm FRIDAY, April 19 - 7 pm - 8:15pm SATURDAY, April 20 - 2 pm - 3:15pm SUNDAY, April 21 - 2 pm - 3:15pm Capitol Civic Centre Our favorite practically perfect nanny takes center stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventure.ย Young Jane and Michael Banks have sent many […]
3 events,
Youth Art Series 2024 at The Rahr West Art Museum
Eastern Wisconsin Conference April 19-28, 2024 Features high school art from Brillion, Chilton, Kiel, New Holstein, Roncalli High School, Sheboygan Falls, Two Rivers, and ย Valders. Each year from March to May, the Rahr-West Art Museum partners with local and regional schools to bring art created by students in grades K-12 into our galleries. Infuse yourself […]
Kettle Range Snow Riders Spring Fish Fry
Kettle Range Snow Riders Spring Fish Fry
Come join us for our fall fish fry! Serving perch, walleye, beer battered cod, chicken tenders, and homemade dessert. For take out orders please call 920-323-6950
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
THURSDAY, April 18 - 7 pm - 8:15pm FRIDAY, April 19 - 7 pm - 8:15pm SATURDAY, April 20 - 2 pm - 3:15pm SUNDAY, April 21 - 2 pm - 3:15pm Capitol Civic Centre Our favorite practically perfect nanny takes center stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventure.ย Young Jane and Michael Banks have sent many […]
6 events,
Indoor Farmers Market
Indoor Farmers Market
Grow It Forward Winter Farmers Market The Grow It Forward Winter Market increases access to healthy local food, builds community, supports the local economy, and provides marketing opportunities for farmers and small businesses. Open Saturdays, November-April, 9am-12:30pm, located at 921 S. 8th Street, Downtown Manitowoc, WI 54220.
Spring Baby Fever & Earth Day Event
Spring Baby Fever & Earth Day Event
With the arrival of spring comes the arrival of baby animals! Spend your morning petting and making friends with a variety of baby animals! Guests can meet llamas Cloud and her baby Winston from Black Frog Farm, Valais Blacknose sheep Jewel and her ram lamb Lester, goat kids, piglets, chicks, and more! In addition, we […]
Promenade the Park for Parkinson’s Awareness
Promenade the Park for Parkinson’s Awareness
Manitowoc residents can show their support for Parkinsonโs Awareness in April. The 2nd Annual Promenade the Park for Parkinsonโs Awareness event has been scheduled to take April 20th. Participants will walk 4 city blocks surrounding Washington Park and downtown Manitowoc with a 2-hour time frame. Parkinsonโs is a disorder of the central nervous system that […]
Shipwreck Day at Wisconsin Maritime Museum
Shipwreck Day at Wisconsin Maritime Museum
The Wisconsin Maritime Museum invites you to dive into the wonderful world of shipwrecks and underwater archaeology with "Shipwreck Day" on Saturday April 20th, 2024 from 10:00am-3:00pm. Join us for a day filled with hands-on shipwreck activities, including a book signing with Sunken author Kathy Groth and a Q&A with an underwater archaeologist. Free youth […]
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
THURSDAY, April 18 - 7 pm - 8:15pm FRIDAY, April 19 - 7 pm - 8:15pm SATURDAY, April 20 - 2 pm - 3:15pm SUNDAY, April 21 - 2 pm - 3:15pm Capitol Civic Centre Our favorite practically perfect nanny takes center stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventure.ย Young Jane and Michael Banks have sent many […]
2 events,
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
Treehouse Theater presents Mary Poppins Jr.
THURSDAY, April 18 - 7 pm - 8:15pm FRIDAY, April 19 - 7 pm - 8:15pm SATURDAY, April 20 - 2 pm - 3:15pm SUNDAY, April 21 - 2 pm - 3:15pm Capitol Civic Centre Our favorite practically perfect nanny takes center stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventure.ย Young Jane and Michael Banks have sent many […]
3 events,
Bookmark Art Contest
For the upcoming event on May 4, โComic Book Day: Strikes Backโ, Manitowoc Public Library is looking for artists to create one of a kind bookmark designs for a Book Mark Art Contest! Starting Monday, April 22, stop by the Youth Desk and pick up a blank bookmark to decorate. You can take inspiration from […]
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Bring the family or meet up with friends for game nights every Monday. The library has all your favorite board and card games. FREE popcorn! Bring beverages and find a spot anywhere in the library to play. Every Monday thru May 6, 2024
3 events,
Family Activity Night: Smart Spending Movie Night
Family Activity Night: Smart Spending Movie Night
Manitowoc Public Library Balkansky Community Room ABC Tuesday, April 23, 2024,ย 6:30pm - 7:15pm Join us for a night of fun that will also help teach your child some financial literacy basics. Children will be given "MPL dollars" to purchase tickets and concessions at our โmovie theaterโ. They will have to choose how to spend their […]
3 events,
Bill Blaggโs Magic in Motion
Bill Blaggโs Magic in Motion
Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00am 1:00pm - 2:00pm Bill Blaggโs Magic in Motion melds the fascination of magic with the wonders of physical science to create an unbelievable educational experience. In this highly visual, interactive show, audience members will be on the edge of their seats as they explore how science […]
3 events,
Concert Series: Take Me Home, The Music of John Denver starring Jim Curry
Concert Series: Take Me Home, The Music of John Denver starring Jim Curry
Thursday, April 25, 7 p.m. Capitol Civic Centre "Jim Curry was over there sounding like John Denverโฆ I closed my eyes and went back to the times when I worked with John.โย Pete Huttlinger, guitar player for John Denver. ย Join in the fun and take in the joy and hope of a fully inspired evening of […]
5 events,
Indoor Farmers Market
Indoor Farmers Market
Grow It Forward Winter Farmers Market The Grow It Forward Winter Market increases access to healthy local food, builds community, supports the local economy, and provides marketing opportunities for farmers and small businesses. Open Saturdays, November-April, 9am-12:30pm, located at 921 S. 8th Street, Downtown Manitowoc, WI 54220.
Scout Day at Pinecrest Village
Scout Day at Pinecrest Village
Saturday, April 27, 2024,ย 9:00 AMย ย 4:00 PM The Manitowoc County Historical Society is proud to offer programming for scouts to earn badges, petals, loops, and patches. The programing for scouts typically fulfills a badge requirement, but additional activities outside of the program may be required. Museum admission is included in the price of the program. Each […]
Young Rider Camp at Forward Farm
Young Rider Camp at Forward Farm
Camp is for young rider's age 3-7. Get comfortable around the animals at Forward Farm, ride, craft and games. Join the fun! $70
3 events,
Spring Tournament at Forward Farm
Spring Tournament at Forward Farm
Join us for a Horse Show at Forward Farm! Students in our lesson program will compete. Show Starts at noon. Come watch our horses and riders show off their skills!
2 events,
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Family Game Night @ Lester Public Library
Bring the family or meet up with friends for game nights every Monday. The library has all your favorite board and card games. FREE popcorn! Bring beverages and find a spot anywhere in the library to play. Every Monday thru May 6, 2024
2 events,
El dรญa de los niรฑos Children’s Book Day, featuring Baptiste Paul
El dรญa de los niรฑos Children’s Book Day, featuring Baptiste Paul
Manitowoc Public Library Balkansky Community Room BC Tuesday, April 30, 2024,ย 6:30pm - 7:30pm Born in St. Lucia, Green Bay author Baptiste Paul will join us forย El dรญa de los niรฑos, Children's Book Day. He is the author of several picture books, including his latest,ย Patchwork Prince, about growing up in the Caribbean. He'll read his book […]
2 events,
Spring Fiber Farm Extravaganza
Spring Fiber Farm Extravaganza
Friday, May 3, 2024 from 10:00am - 4:00pm Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10:00am - 4:00pm Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 10:00am 0 4:00pm It's spring and time to get outdoors and meet some amazing fiber animals! Come explore three different fiber farms on this special weekend event and learn about Agri-tourism in NE Wisconsin […]
3 events,
18th Annual Homegrown Heritage Breakfast Fundraiser
18th Annual Homegrown Heritage Breakfast Fundraiser
Saturday, May 4, 2024,ย 8:00 AMย ย 10:00 AM Manitowoc County Historical Society (Pinecrest Village) Guests will discover the variety of quality foods produced in Manitowoc County and celebrate our strong agricultural heritage.ย Funds raised at the event will help the Manitowoc County Historical Society in their efforts to preserve and promote local history through a wide variety […]
Comic Book Day
Comic Book Day
Manitowoc Public Library Main Floor Saturday, May 4, 2024,ย 9:00am - 1:00pm Join us Saturday May 4th at the Manitowoc Public Library for Comic Book Day! Come dressed as your favorite comic book character, participate in fun activities, and enter to win some incredible comic inspired giveaways. Activities include: a Comic Book Scavenger Hunt, superhero mask […]
Spring Fiber Farm Extravaganza
Spring Fiber Farm Extravaganza
Friday, May 3, 2024 from 10:00am - 4:00pm Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10:00am - 4:00pm Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 10:00am 0 4:00pm It's spring and time to get outdoors and meet some amazing fiber animals! Come explore three different fiber farms on this special weekend event and learn about Agri-tourism in NE Wisconsin […]
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