Manitowoc Public Library is more than just books. This week, try group games on the lawn or stories with yoga poses for kids.

MANITOWOC – This week at Manitowoc Public Library, participate in a book discussion, group games on the library’s lawn and stories with yoga poses for elementary school-aged children.

Here’s everything happening at the library, 707 Quay St., this week. Go to manitowoclibrary.org or call 920-686-3000 for more details.

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At the library this week:

• “MPL Insider: Beyond the Books with Tim & Emily” — 12:30 p.m. Streams live on the library’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. A behind-the-scenes look at Manitowoc Public Library staff, services, patrons and events. This month’s guests are Homebound Services Associate Margo Meyer and new One-to-One Adult Literacy Partners Coordinator Patti Fellows.
• Book discussion: “The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise,” by Colleen Oakley — 6-7 p.m. July 18 in the second-floor board room.
• “Whatcha Watching?” — 6-7 p.m. July 18. Streams live on the library’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. This is the “Summer Blockbuster Edition” and will discuss summer movies.
• Navigating Your Job Search Journey Workshop — 10 a.m.-noon July 22. Join an interactive workshop on effective job search strategies.
• Family Activity Night: Group Games — 6:30-7:15 p.m. July 23. Join the library’s Miss Lynn and 4-H’s Miss Emma on the library lawn for group games. If weather is bad, the event will move to the Balkansky Community Room. Open to children 5-11. No registration is necessary.
• Teen Hang-Out: Meditation and Movement — Beginner’s Tai Chi — 1-2 p.m. July 24. Take the first steps on a Tai Chi journey with Ray Gates, founder of the Wisconsin Tai Chi Academy. Gates will teach this one-hour class for beginners. No equipment is needed. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/teen-tai-chi to secure a spot.
• Yoga with Miss Lisa — 2-2:45 p.m. July 24. Families with elementary school-aged children are invited to join in stories with yoga poses lead by the library’s Miss Lisa. No equipment needed. No registration required.

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Story times:

• Baby Storytime — 9:30 a.m. July 18, 24 and 25. Recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are welcome. No registration required.
• Preschool Storytime — 10:30 a.m. July 18, 24 and 25. Recommended for developmental ages 2-5 and siblings are welcome. No registration required.
• Storytime on the Road: Horsin’ Around at Rahr-West Art Museum — 10-11:30 a.m. July 19. Miss Sharon will lead story time outside by the museum’s new equine sculpture; then head inside for a horse-related art project led by the museum’s resident art teacher. Great for preschool and early grade students. The museum is at 610 N. Eighth St.

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Ongoing events and programs:

• Brew ’N Bee IV: You Can’t Spell “Bee” Without “B” — Registration is open for the fourth annual event at PetSkull Brewing Company’s Outdoor Beer Garden from 6 to 8 p.m. July 24. Participation fee is $20; registration is required at www.manitowoclibrary.org/event/brew-n-bee-4.
• Summer Reading Program — Runs through Aug. 10. Read or be read to a total of 30 days to complete the program and earn weekly prizes just by reading.
• “American Farmer: A Photo-Portrait Exhibition” — On view through Oct. 20 on the library’s first floor. Features 45 full-color and black-and-white portraits and interviews with farmers across the United States by photographer Paul Mobley.
• Employment and career assistance — Department of Workforce Development staff provide on-site services in MPL’s Franklin Street Room for both employment assistance and career counseling between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. Drop-in employment assistance includes resume writing, help with online applications, assistance registering in Job Center of Wisconsin, and more, and no is appointment needed. For career counseling, contact Ellen Hope at 920-930-6553 or ellen.hope@dwd.wisconsin.gov to make an appointment.