Calendar

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.

Vegetable Gardening

Grow your own food at home with the best vegetables for North Texas gardens.

Hands-On History

Discover your local history at the Man House Museum during our Hands-On History event! 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.

Spice Club at the Library

Learn about that month's spice, participate in an activity, and recipe swap! This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Registration is required.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

Bilingual Story Time (3-6Y)

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. Bilingual Story Time is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required.

Microsoft Excel for Beginners (18+)

Join a one-on-one expert session to learn the basics today with an expert! Sessions offered to learn Microsoft Excel for beginners! Learn the basics: new workbooks, formatting cells, formulas, and more. Program is free but registration is required. If you need to cancel this registration, please call and let the library know 24 hours in advance at 817-728-3692.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

What's Sewing On?

Come craft some more with us and learn the basics of the sewing machine! For all novice seamstresses. This course introduces the very basic elements of operating a sewing machine, reading a sewing pattern, and choosing fabric for certain projects. Each participant will create their own project to take home! All supplies are included. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Registration is required.

Listener's Story Time (3-6Y)

Children 3-6 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs and a craft. Listener’s Story Time fosters emergent literacy, reinforces group listening skills, creativity and allows children to interact with others. Listener’s Story Time is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. No registration required.

Family Place Playtime

Come in for open playtime in our Family Place Library area. Bring your young children to play with others while building skills through play. Playtime is open from 11-12 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Parents are required to remain with children at all times. No registration is required.

Loop Group

A group for all levels of interest in crocheting and knitting. Join us to learn new stitches and techniques, meet new people, and spend time doing what you love! All materials are provided. Program is FREE and no registration required.

Home School Art Club

Come learn about an artist, their techniques and participate in a hands on art project the second Thursday of each month. Program is FREE but registration is 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.

Speaker series: Sprouting Change, Sustainable Eating

What does it mean to eat sustainably? During this course you will learn which foods can improve your health, debunk common food myths, and learn how food choices can affect your health. You will also put together your own indoor garden while learning the benefits of sustainability and its impact on the environment. This program will also feature different recipes and samples will be offered. Registration is required. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

STEAM Explorers

Full STEAM ahead! Kiddos age 8 to 12 will explore hands-on projects in science, technology, art, and math every second Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. Program is FREE but registration is required.

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. This program is free with no registration required.

Family Place Playtime

Come in for open playtime in our Family Place Library area. Bring your young children to play with others while building skills through play. Playtime is open from 11-12 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Parents are required to remain with children at all times. No registration is required.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

Craft My Valentine

Create a special craft for your loved one during Craft My Valentine. This is a come-and-go program. No registration is required. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

VR for Beginners (13+)

Drop in for VR experiences in gaming, global exploration, artistic creation, and more! Walk-ins and reservations available. Younger family members can watch, but participants must be 13 years of age or older to use the virtual reality headsets according to the manufacturer. Program is FREE and registration is recommended. The use of VR headsets are not recommended for those with pre-existing medical conditions such as seizures or medical devices. Please read the manufacturer's safety manual https://bit.ly/3TOqMKX before registering.

Bilingual Story Time (3-6Y)

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. Bilingual Story Time is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required.

Microsoft Excel for Beginners (18+)

Join a one-on-one expert session to learn the basics today with an expert! Sessions offered to learn Microsoft Excel for beginners! Learn the basics: new workbooks, formatting cells, formulas, and more. Program is free but registration is required. If you need to cancel this registration, please call and let the library know 24 hours in advance at 817-728-3692.

Sewing for Beginners

Sewing just got easier! Join Mansfield Public Library to learn the basics of sewing. Learn beginners sewing skills, how to use a sewing machine and create different sewing projects. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Program is FREE and registration is required.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

DIY Cake Pops

This Valentine's Day, celebrate through sweets and join us as we create portable cake treats! From forming to decorating, this class will take you step by step through the process of making cake pops just in time for the holiday. By the end of class, you'll have a last-minute gift for someone special or for your special self. Program is FREE but registration is required. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

Listener's Story Time (3-6Y)

Children 3-6 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs and a craft. Listener’s Story Time fosters emergent literacy, reinforces group listening skills, creativity and allows children to interact with others. Listener’s Story Time is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. No registration required.

Family Place Playtime

Come in for open playtime in our Family Place Library area. Bring your young children to play with others while building skills through play. Playtime is open from 11-12 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Parents are required to remain with children at all times. No registration is required.

Monthly Maker Moments

Is there something you want to make but don't have the equipment or means to do it? Come to MPL's Monthly Maker Moments! Utilize the Mobile Makerspace to make that dream come to life. Training on equipment, staff supervision, and registration are required. 30 minute time slots available. Not all supplies can be provided. Staff will contact you ahead of time to learn more about your project. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

Grow your leadership skills by joining the Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Teens can earn volunteer hours while helping to plan library programming, community projects, library engagement and more.

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.

Hobby Tryouts

Skip the high price tag of starting a new hobby and come try something new out with us! Have you ever wanted to start a crafting project but didn't have the resources to gather the supplies? That's where we step in! Join us each month as we test our skills and cycle through different hobbies. Each month we'll tackle a different creative outlet to hone in on those hobbies we truly enjoy. Registration is required.

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. This program is free with no registration required.

Family Place Playtime

Come in for open playtime in our Family Place Library area. Bring your young children to play with others while building skills through play. Playtime is open from 11-12 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Parents are required to remain with children at all times. No registration is required.

Online SAT/ACT Practice Test

Refine your test taking skills with free online practice tests provided by the college admission services professionals at The Princeton Review. Registration is required. About The Princeton Review: For more than 35 years, students and their families have trusted The Princeton Review to help them get into their dream schools. Our mission is to provide personalized, innovative, best-in-class private tutoring, test prep, and admission products and services to help students knock down barriers and achieve their academic goals. We are solely on the side of the students—we are not affiliated with any of the test developers. Learn more at https://www.princetonreview.com/

As The Page Turns Book Club

This book club meets monthly at 10:30am to discuss a variety of fiction to non-fiction genres. Program is FREE and no registration is required.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

Bilingual Story Time (3-6Y)

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. Bilingual Story Time is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required.

Microsoft Excel for Beginners (18+)

Join a one-on-one expert session to learn the basics today with an expert! Sessions offered to learn Microsoft Excel for beginners! Learn the basics: new workbooks, formatting cells, formulas, and more. Program is free but registration is required. If you need to cancel this registration, please call and let the library know 24 hours in advance at 817-728-3692.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

Brick Builders

Kiddos age 5-12 can construct their creativity during Brick Builders at 5 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month. Let their imagination go wild with a new building theme every month. No registration is required.

Computer Skills Class: Microsoft Word for Beginners

Have questions on Microsoft Word and all that you can do with it? Check out this class to get you ready! Need help with computer skills? G?et up to speed on job-ready digital skills with Goodwill North Texas. Learn a new topic each month to help you prepare. Program is free but registration is required. F?eb 21: Microsoft Word for Beginners M?arch 21: Microsoft PowerPoint for Beginners

Listener's Story Time (3-6Y)

Children 3-6 years old with a caregiver can enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs and a craft. Listener’s Story Time fosters emergent literacy, reinforces group listening skills, creativity and allows children to interact with others. Listener’s Story Time is every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. No registration required.

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. Program is FREE and no registration required.

Family Place Playtime

Come in for open playtime in our Family Place Library area. Bring your young children to play with others while building skills through play. Playtime is open from 11-12 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Parents are required to remain with children at all times. No registration is required.

Loop Group

A group for all levels of interest in crocheting and knitting. Join us to learn new stitches and techniques, meet new people, and spend time doing what you love! All materials are provided. Program is FREE and no 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.

Get Crafty for Adults

Join us for Get Crafty! Participate on a hands on project with Mansfield Public Library. For all of our crafters, come create a fun project for adults (18+) with Mansfield Public Library. All supplies are provided for this program. No library card is required for this project. This program is free but registration is required. This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.

Snack Time!

It's snack time! Learn about the importance of fruits and vegetables for kids with our friends at Tarrant County Public Health. Families will get to make a healthy snack together- Ants on a Log. Don't miss it! *Recipe contains peanut butter, raisins, and celery* This program was funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives 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. This program is free with no registration required.

Family Place Playtime

Come in for open playtime in our Family Place Library area. Bring your young children to play with others while building skills through play. Playtime is open from 11-12 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday. Parents are required to remain with children at all times. No registration is required.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

Family Movie Matinee

Join us for a movie matinee at Mansfield Public Library. No registration required and program is free. Popcorn will be provided.

Switch Gaming (9-17Y)

Its game on at the Mansfield Public Library from 1-3 pm. Beginners and pros are welcome to join classic Nintendo Switch games. This program is free, however, a library card may be required to check out a controller. No registration is required.

Bilingual Story Time (3-6Y)

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. Bilingual Story Time is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required.

Microsoft Excel for Beginners (18+)

Join a one-on-one expert session to learn the basics today with an expert! Sessions offered to learn Microsoft Excel for beginners! Learn the basics: new workbooks, formatting cells, formulas, and more. Program is free but registration is required. If you need to cancel this registration, please call and let the library know 24 hours in advance at 817-728-3692.

Story Time for Tots (18mo-3Y)

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. Come enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes during Story Time! Program is free and no registration is required.

Mind and Body Self-Care (17+)

Foster creativity and relaxation to handle the environmental, societal, and physical challenges that can take a toll on the mind and body. Each month features a new activity; supplies provided. February's activity will be DIY headache balms. Registration required.

Glow Night (5Y+)

Join us for a night of glow fun. We will learn all about animals that glow and participate in glow themed activities.

Home School Arts & Crafts - Bird Feeders (5Y+)

Students will learn how to ID local birds, how to attract birds to their backyard, and create three bird feeders to take home.

Frozen Fest (All Ages)

Do you have cabin fever? Join us for a chillin good time this winter at Frozen Fest. Participants will explore frozen experiments, create tracks in the ‘snow’, create snowflakes, learn about animals in winter, enjoy a guided story walk, and embark on a self-guided scavenger hunt through the woods. Dress up like a snowman to win a prize! There will also be a winter scene photo op.

Evening by the Campfire (All Ages)

Revel in a winter's evening by a roaring fire at Rose Park. Make s'mores, stargaze, sing and listen to the stories behind the common constellations.

Great Backyard Bird Count Goosechase Game

Participate in Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society Great Backyard Bird Count by counting the birds at our local parks. Enjoy free bird related activities on our Goosechase Game from February 13-20, 2023. Prizes will be awarded to the top competitors. Game Code: BLZ13R Password: nature

Wild About Birds (2-5Y)

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.

Home School Winter Chemistry (9-14Y)

The days are getting shorter and the weather getting colder! No snow in Texas? No problem! Join us at Oliver Nature Park to make artificial snow & other fun wintry chemistry experiments.

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.

Terrarium Workshops - Zoo Animals (5Y+)

Come create your own mini-ecosystem using succulents. Participants will use their imagination to create their own ecosystem with a dino or fairy garden design.

Intro to Archery (5-11Y)

Take aim at a new hobby! Beginning archers learn basic techniques with a USA Archery certified instructor.

Intro to Archery (12Y)

Take aim at a new hobby! Beginning archers learn basic techniques with a USA Archery certified instructor.

Home School Arts & Crafts - Fairytales & Flowers (5Y+)

Dress up with us at a fairytale themed craft day! We will be creating 3 different fairytale crafts!

Home School Winter Chemistry (5-8Y)

The days are getting shorter and the weather getting colder! No snow in Texas? No problem! Join us at Oliver Nature Park to make artificial snow & other fun wintry chemistry experiments.

Hike with a Naturalist - Bird Hike (All Ages)

Join a naturalist for a hike where we will learn all about birds. Binoculars will be provided for guests who wish to use them on the hike. At the end we will make bird feeders to take home so guests can watch the birds in their backyards

Nature Arts & Crafts - Bird Feeders (5Y+)

Students will learn how to ID local birds, how to attract birds to their backyard, and create three bird feeders to take home.

Winter Chemistry (5-8Y)

The days are getting shorter and the weather getting colder! No snow in Texas? No problem! Join us at Oliver Nature Park to make artifical snow & other fun wintry chemistry experiments.

Winter Chemistry (9-14Y)

The days are getting shorter and the weather getting colder! No snow in Texas? No problem! Join us at Oliver Nature Park to make artifical snow & other fun wintry chemistry experiments.

Nature Arts & Crafts - Fairytales & Flowers (5Y+)

Dress up with us at a fairytale themed craft day! We will be creating 3 different fairytale crafts!

Paddle Battle (10+)

Bring your paddle and your game face for the Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament. The tournament is formatted for a rotating round robin, where you will play against multiple teams in the first round and then play against similarly ranked teams in the next round. Choose your partner or have one assigned

Family Fridays - Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament

Think you're the ultimate ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS master? Let's find out! It's a tournament of skill, nerves and plain luck for all ages, plus paper airplane construction and rock painting between rounds.

Smart Driver (55Y+)

Do you want to lower your insurance? This is a defensive driving class designed for persons over 50. Learn techniques to be a safer driver and get that discount on your insurance. Course will not erase a ticket! Please register in person; online registration not available for this course.

Family Fridays - Puzzle Competition

What's the missing piece? YOU! Join our family puzzle competition and test your skills against friends and neighbors. The puzzles (and the fun!) will only get more intense as the night goes on!

Kids Zone After Dark (6-12Y)

Parents, enjoy a night out on a date or catching up with friends! Drop your kids off at the MAC where we'll have a movie, food, open gym, crafts, concessions, and more! A meal is included.

Kids Day Off (6-11Y)

Whether it's a holiday or teacher work day, we've got you covered! We jam-packed each day with physical activity, creativity, and play through a variety of fun activities and field trips. Fee includes all activities, field trips, and transportation.

Rocket League E-Sports Tournament (10Y+) 1v1

Compete for the right be known as the best rocket league player in Mansfield! Competing players may sign up for 2v2, and/or 3v3 tournaments, but each requires a separate registration. Players have a chance to win Academy, Amazon, or E-Sports Themed gift cards for winning. A prize will be awarded to the winning player. Please be prepared to share your Epic Gamer Tag.

Rocket League E-Sports Tournament (10Y+) 2v2

Compete for the right to be known as the best rocket league player in Mansfield! Competing players may sign up for 1v1 and/or 3v3 tournaments as well as this one, but each requires a separate registration. Single players or teammates welcome to join and they will be placed in a squad. Before the tournament, players may request to team with certain players or they will be randomly assigned a teammate. If you need a partner the rank of your teammate will not be considered to ensure fairness with the random pairings. Players chance to win Academy, Amazon, or a E-Sports Themed gift cards for winning. A prize will be awarded to the winning team in each category. Please be prepared to share your Epic Gamer Tag.

Rocket League E-Sports Tournament (10Y+) 3v3

Compete for the right to be known as the best rocket league player in Mansfield! Competing players may sign up for 1v1 and/or 2v2 tournaments as well as this one, but each requires a separate registration. Single players or teammates welcome to join and they will be placed in a squad. Before the tournament, players may request to team with certain players or they will be randomly assigned a teammate. If you need a partner the rank of your teammate will not be considered to ensure fairness with the random pairings. Players chance to win Academy, Amazon, or a E-Sports Themed gift cards for winning. A prize will be awarded to the winning team in each category. Please be prepared to share your Epic Gamer Tag.

2.22.23 tutu 2.2 fun run

We had too too much fun last year, so we're back for another twirl! Join us for a free 2.2 mile tutu fun run at 6pm on Wednesday 2/22 at McKnight Park East...it's too too cute and too too silly to miss! No chip timing, but prizes for the runners who are too too cute, too too slow, most creative tutus and too many more to count!

Family Fridays - Chess & Checkers Tournament

Checkmate! It's a tournament fit for a queen...or her favorite pawns! Test your skills at any level in chess or checkers; presented with the Mansfield Public Library.

Planning & Zoning Commission

Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board

Historic Landmark Commission meeting

Keep Mansfield Beautiful Commission

Regular City Council Meeting

Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

Regular City Council Meeting