Get ready to jump, wiggle, freeze, and GROVE! Join us from 10:00am-11:15am in the party room at Little Sips for a high-energy, kid-focused dance celebration designed to get little movers blooming with confidence and joy.

This is a FREE add-on event with your daily admission! Just come ready to move and have fun!

The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is spreading the joy of reading 📚✨ by providing free books every month to children from birth to age five! During your visit on March 19th we will have the amazing women of Women United through United Way Manitowoc County here from 10am-Noon and ready to share information about this wonderful program. They’ll be happy to answer any questions and will have a QR Code available for families who want to sign their little ones up to start receiving free books in the mail 📬📖. Stop by, say hello, and help spark a lifelong love of reading in your child! 🌟👶📚

Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Little Sips! ☘️🇮🇪

Put on your best green and most festive St. Patty’s outfit for a chance to win a $5 Little Sips gift card! 💚 We’ll have fun, festive crafts for the little leprechauns to enjoy while you relax with a cozy drink. 🌈✨

Be sure to try our March drink specials while you're here — including the fan-favorite Nutty Irishman, a perfectly sweet and nutty treat to get you in the Irish spirit! ☕☘️

So grab your lucky charm, wear your green, and stop by for a little Irish cheer, cozy sips, and family fun! 🍀🌈

❄️ Due to the snowy weather, we’ll be CLOSED, MONDAY MARCH 16TH so everyone can stay safe and warm. Your safety (and our team’s!) is our top priority during the storm. The good news — we’ll be back open for St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀Wear your festive St. Patty's Day outfit to be entered to win a $5 Gift Certificate! Until then, stay cozy, stay safe on the roads, and we’ll see you Tuesday!

Join us for a festive St. Patrick’s Day Storytime at Little Sips Play Cafe! 🍀

Ms. Betty from the Manitowoc Public Library will be visiting on March 10th at 10:00 AM to read two fun stories, Green Shamrocks and Where is the Green Sheep? After storytime, kids can stay and make a shamrock craft.

We encourage our littles to wear green for the fun! Come early and grab one of our March drink specials—like the Nutty Irishman—before the stories begin. Bring your little ones, enjoy a cozy morning at the cafe, and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us!

Get ready for a dino-mite storytime!

On Tuesday, February 18th at 10:00 AM, we’re excited to welcome back Ms. Christi from Redeemer Preschool to Little Sips Play Café for a special dinosaur-themed reading. Little explorers can stomp, roar, and listen along as Ms. Christi brings stories to life in a warm and engaging way. This is the perfect opportunity for young dino fans to enjoy a cozy storytime, spark their imagination, and make some prehistoric fun memories!

💖 Happy Valentine’s Day from Little Sips! 💖

Spend your morning with us sipping on one of our February Drink Specials, snapping a pic with our Valentine’s Day backdrop, creating a Valentine’s Day card for a loved one, or visit our vet station and help care for our stuffed animals, making them feel loved and better! We’ll also have new tabletop activities available in our party room, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Come celebrate the day of love with us — we can’t wait to see you! 💌

Join us at Little Sips on February 13th from 3:00–7:00 PM as The Optimal Health Co. spreads a little extra love to our visiting families who are coming to play.

During this special event, families will enjoy a $5 admission discount, courtesy of The Optimal Health Co.—a perfect little boost to your Friday.

Stop by the Optimal Health table to meet Dr. Baley and Dr. Liv, chat about chiropractic care, ask questions, and discover how chiropractic support can make a big difference for your family’s wellness. And as a sweet gesture, families who stop by and connect will receive a free drink voucher to enjoy during their visit.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Ms. Betty from Manitowoc Public Library will be visiting for a heartwarming Story Time at 10:00 AM!

She’ll be sharing cozy stories all about love, kindness, and hugs—perfect for little listeners. After the stories, children will get to create an adorable teddy bear craft that ties right into the books being read, celebrating love and cuddles in a hands-on way. It’s sure to be a cozy, joy-filled morning full of smiles, stories, and bear hugs!

💖 Morning Music Makers with Ms. Angie & Mr. Jason! 🎶

Join us for a sweet and special Valentine’s Day–themed music morning at Little Sips! Ms. Angie and Mr. Jason will fill the room with music, laughter, and heartwarming moments — and this time, Mr. Jason is bringing along his guitar to make it extra magical. 🎸✨

Little ones will sing, move, and make memories with the people they love most. It’s the perfect way to sprinkle a little joy into your February morning. 💕

We can’t wait to share this musical Valentine’s celebration with you! 💘🎵

Join Ms. Sharon from the Manitowoc Public Library for a cozy Snowman Storytime! We’ll read Snowballs by Lois Ehlert and enjoy snowy stories, songs, and winter fun. After Storytime, children can create their own snowman-themed craft to take home. Perfect for young children and their caregivers!

We are excited to offer a FREE Kindermusik Class with Ms. Olivia from Take Note Studio! Join in instrument exploration, movement/dancing, singing, story time, listening practice and socializing with friends!

Geared towards children 0-6. Event will take place in our Party Room

Women United with United Way joins us for Storytime in our Party Room 📚💛, bringing the joy of reading to our Little Sips families. Children are encouraged to stay and enjoy a fun craft that pairs with the books read 🎨✨. This wonderful group of volunteers is dedicated to helping kids build strong reading skills, supporting families, and creating brighter futures. Information about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library 📘🌟—a fantastic free resource that mails high-quality books each month to children from birth to age five—will also be available for families who want to get connected.

🎉 New Year’s Day Closure 🎉
Little Sips will be closed on New Year’s Day as we take a moment to rest, reset, and welcome a fresh new year with our families. We hope your first day of 2026 is filled with intention, joy, and a hopeful start to all the good things ahead. ✨ Thank you for being part of our Little Sips community. Normal hours resume January 2nd, and we look forward to beginning a bright new year with you!

🎉 New Year’s Eve Closure 🎉
Little Sips will be closed on New Year’s Eve so our team can celebrate, reflect, and ring in the new year with the people who matter most. We hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and meaningful moments as you welcome 2026. ✨ Thank you for filling our year with so much warmth and community. Normal hours will resume on January 2nd, and we can’t wait to start a fresh new year with you at Little Sips!

🎄 Christmas Day Closure 🎄
Little Sips will be closed on Christmas Day so our team can slow down, soak up the magic, and enjoy precious time with family. We hope your day is filled with joy, cozy moments, and all the sparkle the season brings. ❤️ From our Little Sips family to yours, we wish you a warm and wonderful Christmas!

🎄 Christmas Eve Closure 🎄
Little Sips will be CLOSED on Christmas Eve as our team heads home to bake cookies, wrap the last gifts, and enjoy those cozy moments of getting everything ready for Christmas Day. We hope your day is filled with excitement, togetherness, and all the traditions that make this season magical.

✨ From our Little Sips family to yours, we wish you a peaceful, joyful Christmas Eve and a beautiful Christmas Day ahead!

🎅🏼✨ Santa & Mrs. Claus Are Coming to LITTLE SIPS! ✨🤶🏼

Get ready for a holly jolly day at Little Sips—because Santa and Mrs. Claus are stopping by, and the fun is ALL included with admission! ❄️

🎨 Festive Face Painting by Ms. Lauren

🎈 Magical Balloon Creations by Ms. Jean the Balloon Lady

📸 Family Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus by Ms. Heather from Flotography

🎄 A Keepsake Ornament Craft for your littles to make and treasure.

Story Time with Santa and Mrs. Claus at 11:30AM. They will be reading "T'was the Night Before Christmas".

Wear your most festive outfit in celebration of the Christmas season! We will also have our NEW Christmas drinks available!

Admission is just $12 for the first child and $10 for siblings for our non-members, and everything listed above is FREE once you’re here to play!

Join us for Morning Music Makers with Ms. Angie & Mr. Jason!
Kick off the holiday season with a joyful Christmas-themed music and movement class at Little Sips. Sing, dance, and jingle along as Mr. Jason brings his guitar for festive tunes the whole family will love. It’s the perfect way to brighten your morning and get into the Christmas spirit!

What better way to kick off the Christmas season than with a magical Story Time? Ms. Betty from the Manitowoc Public Library will be sharing holiday stories full of cheer.

Little Sips will be CLOSED on THANKSGIVING DAY so our team can spend time with family and friends.

We’re so thankful for all the families who make Little Sips such a special place to play, laugh, and connect.

We hope your day is filled with good food, cozy moments, and plenty of gratitude. See you back for more fun the following day!

You’re invited!

TDS Fiber is back with another fun pop-up event right here at our Cafe— and they’re bringing the freebies!

Stop by the TDS booth outside our pickup window, check your address for service availability, and receive a ticket for a free drink of your choice from our cafe!

It’s the perfect time to chat with the TDS team, ask questions about TDS Fiber, and learn more about the great services they offer. Come say hi, enjoy your favorite drink on the house, and see what TDS has to offer!

Join us for Story Time with Ms. Jaime from Redeemer Preschool! She’ll be sharing two festive favorites—Bear Gives Thanks and How To Catch A Turkey. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with stories, turkey crafts and cozy fall fun. A craft will be available after Story Time.

This event is included with open play admission.

Llama Llama is coming to Little Sips! Join Ms. Sharon from Manitowoc Public Library for Llama Llama stories and stay to decorate a cozy blanket just for Llama!

“When Parker and Grandma plant a big seed, it grows much faster than they expected! As the vine begins to take over the house, they have to make some creative decisions that lead to humorous outcomes and a community event.

Parker's Pumpkin depicts the special bond between a grandma and grandson who enjoy a shared interest, and readers will learn all about the joys and challenges of gardening.”

Join us on November 6th for a special reading by the Author of Parker’s Pumpkins! Ms. Jean will be bringing her own recipe for pumpkin muffins that guests get to try at Story Time. After the reading there will be a pumpkin craft available.

Little Sips will be at the Trunk or Treat at Hope Church!
A fun, family-friendly event for the community! We will be one of the “trunks” for the event. Stop by our decorated vehicle, say “hi!” and get a treat! We cannot wait to see all your costumes!

Once you have made your rounds to all the decorated trunks you are welcomed inside Hope Church for games, popcorn & hot cocoa!

Friday, October 24th
6:00–7:30 PM