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Storytime Elwood

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Elwood Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Littles, Children
Manhattan Storytime:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and help...

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Nintendo Switch Mario Party Challenge Ages 8-11

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Children

🎮 Nintendo Switch Mario Party at the Library! 🎮

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎮 Nintendo Switch Mario Party at the Library! 🎮

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Storytime

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Littles, Children
Manhattan Storytime:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and help...

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Storytime Elwood

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Elwood Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Littles, Children
Manhattan Storytime:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and help...

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Kids Spooky Bingo

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Elwood Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Children

🎃👻 Spooky Bingo at the Library! 👻🎃

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎃👻 Spooky Bingo at the Library! 👻🎃

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Club--Manhattan

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Children, Teens
Chess Club:

Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table! Bring a friend to play or come meet new checkmates. Learn from a chess expert! Feel free to bring your own chess set and board. Al...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Registration Required

Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table! Bring a friend to play or come meet new checkmates. Learn from a chess expert! Feel free to bring your own chess set and board. All skill levels are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Lego Club

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Children, Teens
Lego Club:

Bring your imagination, and create Lego masterpieces with friends at the library. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Registration Required

Bring your imagination, and create Lego masterpieces with friends at the library.

 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and actively engage with your child throughout the session. Drop-offs are not permitted.

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Children" group

Pumpkin Painting

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate the season with a hands-on pumpkin painting event where kids can decorate their own foam pumpkins using paints, brushes, and plenty of autumn inspiration. This activity is perfect for all ages and skill levels. No carving required!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with a hands-on pumpkin painting event where kids can decorate their own foam pumpkins using paints, brushes, and plenty of autumn inspiration. This activity is perfect for all ages and skill levels. No carving required!

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Storytime

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Littles, Children
Manhattan Storytime:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and help...

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Nintendo Switch Mario Party Challenge Ages 12+

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Children

🎮 Nintendo Switch Mario Party at the Library! 🎮

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎮 Nintendo Switch Mario Party at the Library! 🎮

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Barbie and Ken Club

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Littles, Children

Barbie & Ken Club

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Barbie & Ken Club

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Storytime Elwood

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Elwood Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Littles, Children
Manhattan Storytime:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and help...

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Storytime

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Littles, Children
Manhattan Storytime:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and help...

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.

🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Spooky Science with Mr. Steve

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Fun & Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens, Children

Get ready for a frightfully fun evening of science with Mr. Steve! Kids will explore the “why” behind the “wow” as they discover how science makes spooky magic happen. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a frightfully fun evening of science with Mr. Steve! Kids will explore the “why” behind the “wow” as they discover how science makes spooky magic happen. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Club--Elwood

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Elwood Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Children, Teens
Chess Club:

Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table! Bring a friend to play or come meet new checkmates. Learn from a chess expert! Feel free to bring your own chess set and board. Al...

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Registration Required

Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table! Bring a friend to play or come meet new checkmates. Learn from a chess expert! Feel free to bring your own chess set and board. All skill levels are welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.