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Smart Gardening On-Demand Virtual Class

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

The Environmental Collection Center (ECC) is the City's permanent drop-off facility for unwanted household hazardous materials (anything with a warning label), electronics and recyclables. This facility is operated by the City's Environmental Services Department, and is open the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and the Thursday and Friday before the second Saturday, from 3 - 7 p.m.

Tough Plants for North Texas On-Demand Virtual Class

Keep Mansfield Beautiful Commission

Baby Story Time

Babies 0-18 months with a caregiver can enjoy 20-30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, sign language and rhymes, building early literacy and listening skills.

Spice Club Meeting (18+)

Join us for spice club! Get the monthly spice and participate in an activity! For all those interested in experiencing new spices. Come join us to receive that month's spice, participate in an activity, and recipe swap! Program is FREE and registration is required

English Conversation Circle (18+)

This program is for non-native English speakers who want to enhance their spoken English skills and increase their confidence in using conversational English. Classes are FREE and registration is required.

Storytime for Tots

Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes introducing toddlers and parents to developmentally appropriate literature and related activities. This introduces group listening skills and provides interaction with others. Please check the library calendar for specific dates.

Teen Writing Club (Virtual)

Are you a storyteller? Love to write poetry, song lyrics, blog, or journal? Whatever your interest, Mansfield Public Library’s creative writing clubs are for you! Join us to talk with other like-minded teens/tweens about all things related to writing, share your current work, and participate in various writing activities. Registration required.

Writing Club for Adults (Virtual)

Are you a storyteller? Love to write poetry, song lyrics, blog, or journal? Whatever your interest, Mansfield Public Library’s creative writing clubs are for you! Join us to talk with other like-minded individuals about all things related to writing, share your current work, and participate in various writing activities. Registration required. All levels welcome!

Creature Teacher

Come discover a wide array of amazing animals from around the world with the Creature Teacher! This event will be taking place at the Mansfield Activities Center gym, 106 S Wisteria St. Mansfield, TX 76063.

Brick Builders

Build your LEGO creation brick by brick. Brick Builders occurs weekly and is intended for ages 5-12. Registration is required for each week. This event will be held at the Man House Information Center.

Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board

Bilingual Story Time

Children 3-6 years old, both English and Spanish speakers with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays and rhymes in both English and Spanish. This story time fosters emergent literacy, reinforces group listening skills and allows children to become familiar with a second language.

Candy Sushi (Virtual)

Create your own yummy sushi made entirely out of candy. All supplies are provided. Registration required.

Chess Club

Learn how to play chess or just brush up on your skills. All ages and levels welcome. This program is free with no registration required. This event will be held at the Mansfield Activates Center-Magnolia room.

Yoga for Adults: Virtual (18+)

Have you ever wanted to try yoga but felt you didn't know where to start? Well look no further, we have an all-levels yoga class just for you! We will learn first how to breathe and then we will develop strength and flexibility by moving through gentle poses. This class will focus on alignment, balance, and mindfulness. No prior yoga experience is needed. Program is FREE but registration is required in order to receive a Zoom link.

Baby Story Time

Babies 0-18 months with a caregiver can enjoy 20-30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, sign language and rhymes, building early literacy and listening skills.

Online SAT/ACT Practice Test

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Storytime for Tots

Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes introducing toddlers and parents to developmentally appropriate literature and related activities. This introduces group listening skills and provides interaction with others. Please check the library calendar for specific dates.

Hands-On History

Discover your local history at the Man House Museum during our Hands-On History events! Experience a tour of the Man House Museum to learn about the Man family and then participate in a hands-on history activity that is fun for all ages. This program is free, but supplies are limited. If you have any questions, please call 817-728-3324.

English Conversation Circle (18+)

This program is for non-native English speakers who want to enhance their spoken English skills and increase their confidence in using conversational English. Classes are FREE and registration is required.

As the Page Turns Book Club Virtual(18+)

The library’s book club meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30am to discuss a variety of fiction to non-fiction genres. Program is FREE and no registration is required. June 21: Apples Never Fall July 19: Zeitoun by Dave Eggers

Storytime for Tots

Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes introducing toddlers and parents to developmentally appropriate literature and related activities. This introduces group listening skills and provides interaction with others. Please check the library calendar for specific dates.

Shrinky Dinks

Make key chains and more during Shrinky Dinks. Draw your creation then watch them magically shrink with heat. All supplies are provided. This program will be located at the Mansfield Activities Center-Cypress room.

Bath Bombs and Body Scrubs (18+)

Everyone could use a bit of self-care and a few minutes for some R&R. Take some time to treat yourself. Join us to make bath bombs, body scrubs, and more. This is a virtual event, but all supplies will be available at the library for pickup before the event. All supplies are included. Registration required.

Professor Brainius

Professor Brainius is not your typical mad scientist! Come enjoy the Professor’s wild and wacky science show to spark the curiosity of the next generation of scientists and students. This event will be taking place at the Mansfield Activities Center gym, 106 S Wisteria St. Mansfield, TX 76063.

Brick Builders

Build your LEGO creation brick by brick. Brick Builders occurs weekly and is intended for ages 5-12. Registration is required for each week. This event will be held at the Man House Information Center.

Bilingual Story Time

Children 3-6 years old, both English and Spanish speakers with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays and rhymes in both English and Spanish. This story time fosters emergent literacy, reinforces group listening skills and allows children to become familiar with a second language.

Teen Advisory Group (Virtual)

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a volunteer leadership program for teens. Group members will earn volunteer hours while helping to plan library programming, community projects and library engagement opportunities.

Chess Club

Learn how to play chess or just brush up on your skills. All ages and levels welcome. This program is free with no registration required. This event will be held at the Mansfield Activates Center-Magnolia room.

Menu Makers 18+ (Virtual)

Join Chef Carol for different cooking classes as we explore new recipes and techniques. Registration is required for recipe kits. Kits must be picked up at Mansfield Public Library during regular business hours on July 16-20. Any kits not picked up by July 20 (6pm) will go to the next person on the wait-list. Zoom registration link will be sent 24 hours before the program to the registered attendees.

Baby Story Time

Babies 0-18 months with a caregiver can enjoy 20-30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, sign language and rhymes, building early literacy and listening skills.

Storytime for Tots

Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes introducing toddlers and parents to developmentally appropriate literature and related activities. This introduces group listening skills and provides interaction with others. Please check the library calendar for specific dates.

Storytime for Tots

Toddlers 18 months to 3 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes introducing toddlers and parents to developmentally appropriate literature and related activities. This introduces group listening skills and provides interaction with others. Please check the library calendar for specific dates.

Virtual Beach Bath Bombs

Create and take a relaxing ocean themed bath bomb using all natural ingredients for a little self-care. This program is intended for teens age 13-17. All supplies are provided via curbside pick-up at the library.

Clay Creations (15+)

Use your creativity to craft your next favorite jewelry set. We will be making earrings with polymer clay and all the tools that come with it. Come ready to seize the clay! This program welcomes anyone over the age of 15. All materials are provided. This program will be held at the Chris Burkett Service Center.

Murder and Mayhem Book Club (18+)

Enjoy reading different mysteries or thrillers? The Murder and Mayhem book club will cover a different mystery title each month and will meet on the last Wednesday of the month at 10:30am. Registration is required. June 29 title: If I Let You Go July 27: The Plot

Pirates: Lost at Sea

Ahoy there, matey! Set sail with us on a thrilling action-packed tale about a crew of quirky pirates marooned on a desert island. Experience this nautical tale with STEM built right in. This event will be taking place at the Mansfield Activities Center gym, 106 S Wisteria St. Mansfield, TX 76063.

Brick Builders

Build your LEGO creation brick by brick. Brick Builders occurs weekly and is intended for ages 5-12. Registration is required for each week. This event will be held at the Man House Information Center.

Chess Club

Learn how to play chess or just brush up on your skills. All ages and levels welcome. This program is free with no registration required. This event will be held at the Mansfield Activates Center-Magnolia room.

Get Crafty for Adults (18+)

Get Crafty @ MPL. Enjoy making crafts? Come join us on each month and make a monthly themed craft. Each month will feature a different craft. Programs are limited to 18 & up. Program is FREE and registration is required.

Summer Reading Club End Party

All Summer Reading Participants are invited to Mansfield Public Library’s Summer Reading End Party from 2-4 p.m. on Friday, July 29 at the Mansfield Activity Center gym, 106 S Wisteria Street. There will be jump houses, games, prizes, and more!

Rose Park Public Meeting

Help us plan the future of Mansfield's favorite park! Attend the public meeting to hear from park planners and design consultants on the current master plan process that aims to reimagine the entire space, adding and expanding amenities at both Rose and Hardy Allmon Parks. Free t-shirt for the 50 people in attendance!

PLAYdate: Pickleball Party

Learn the fastest growing sport in the country with lessons for all skill levels from the Mansfield Activities Center staff! Pickleball is a cross between tennis, ping pong and badminton and easy & fun for all ages. We'll bring the paddles and balls, you come ready for action!

Kayaking 101 (7Y+)

Take a break from the hiking trails & get on the water! Explore our local lakes with dual-seated kayaks. Enjoy a scenic paddle looking for wildlife & plants with a naturalist. Instruction given on safety, proper techniques & an eco-friendly approach to paddle sports.

Watercolor Workshop (13Y+)

Do you have a desire to embrace your inner artist? If so, then you will enjoy this hands-on watercolor workshop. Focus on learning techniques to paint your own loose style water color birds. Cover the basics of watercolor and practice how to paint a variety of birds.

Wild About Birds (5Y+)

Learn about native Texas species through hands-on activities all about birds. Students will learn how to use binoculars, attract birds to their backyard, and meet live birds.

PLAYdate: Duck Hunt

It's a quackeriffic scavenger hunt along the trails you don't want to miss. We're hiding 200 tiny duckies along the trails with secret codes to unlock and adventures to have...leave your Nintendo shooter at home and bring your thinking caps and fast feet!

PLAYdate: Arts Around Town PJ Party

Enjoy the parks after dark with a special nighttime event brought to you in part by our friends at Mansfield Commission for the Arts. Wear your jammies and enjoy a performance under the stars with campfire marshmallows, art projects and music along the trail.

Watercolor Workshop (13Y+)

Do you have a desire to embrace your inner artist? If so, then you will enjoy this hands-on watercolor workshop. Focus on learning techniques to paint your own loose style water color fruits & vegetables. Cover the basics of watercolor and practice how to paint fruits & vegetables.

Pressure Points & Grabs Self Defense (13Y+)

Teenage and adult woman can increase awareness to avoid a situation before it occurs as well as increase physical skills to escape a situation if necessary. Learn awareness skills, verbal commands, distancing as well as various strikes to defend.

Kimbell Art Museum & Lunch (55Y+)

Explore an amazing collection comprised of Antiquities, European Art, Asian Art, Art of the Ancient Americas, and African and Oceanic Art. While admission is free to the permanent collection, you can opt to pay admission to a special exhibit: The Language of Beauty in African Art. Lunch (dutch) at a local eatery after.

PLAYdate: Shark Week Splash Pad Storytime

Suit up for fin-themed books and crafts from our friends at Mansfield Public Library while staying cool in the water of the splash pad.

Kayaking 101 (7Y+)

Take a break from the hiking trails & get on the water! Explore our local lakes with dual-seated kayaks. Enjoy a scenic paddle looking for wildlife & plants with a naturalist. Instruction given on safety, proper techniques & an eco-friendly approach to paddle sports.

Planning & Zoning Commission

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Historic Landmark Commission meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

Mansfield Rocks

Prepare for the ultimate 4th of July celebration in Mansfield, Texas.

Red, White & Rockin' Kids Triathlon

Kids can participate in a fully USAT sanctioned event with two distances