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Teens: String Art

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

🧵 Create Colorful Wall Art with Nails and String! 🧵Hey teens! Get ready to unleash your creativity by making a stunning piece of wall art using nails and string. This fun and uniqu...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

🧵 Create Colorful Wall Art with Nails and String! 🧵

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

chess

Chess Club

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Children, Teens
Chess Club:

Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table. Join us every first Tuesday of the month, each month alternating between branches. Bring a friend to play or come meet new checkma...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table. Join us every first Tuesday of the month, each month alternating between branches. 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 skills level welcomed!

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.

 

Pokemon Club

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Children
Pokémon Club:

Gotta catch ‘em all! Join fellow Pokémon fans for a fun-filled event featuring activities, crafts, and battles. Participants are welcome to bring along their favorite Pokémon items...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Gotta catch ‘em all! Join fellow Pokémon fans for a fun-filled event featuring activities, crafts, and battles. Participants are welcome to bring along their favorite Pokémon items for show and tell.

Aimed for ages 8 to 13 years.

Parent/Guardian must be present throughout the program.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to share your love for Pokémon and make new friends. Sign up today and let the adventure begin!

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Teens: Pop and Paint Night

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Grab a soda, pick up a paintbrush, and let your creativity flow! Join us for Pop & Paint, where you’ll sip on your favorite fizzy drinks, vibe with friends, and create your own...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Grab a soda, pick up a paintbrush, and let your creativity flow! Join us for Pop & Paint, where you’ll sip on your favorite fizzy drinks, vibe with friends, and create your own masterpiece—no art skills required!

Disclaimer(s)

Please be advised that food served at the Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat. While we take steps to minimize risk and safely handle the foods that contain potential allergens, please be advised that cross contamination may occur, as factors beyond our reasonable control may alter the formulations of the food we serve, or manufacturers may change their formulations without our knowledge.

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.

 

moana

(Elwood) SIP Day Movie: Moana 2

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Elwood Branch
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Tweens, Children, Teens
Event Details:

Elwood School students are invited to join us for a SIP Day movie afternoon at the Elwood Branch. Bring your blanket and we'll provide the movie. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Elwood School students are invited to join us for a SIP Day movie afternoon at the Elwood Branch. Bring your blanket and we'll provide the movie. 

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY

Disclaimer(s)

Please be advised that food served at the Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat. While we take steps to minimize risk and safely handle the foods that contain potential allergens, please be advised that cross contamination may occur, as factors beyond our reasonable control may alter the formulations of the food we serve, or manufacturers may change their formulations without our knowledge.

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Grown Up & Me Owls

Grown Up & Me Paint Night with Tracie

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Children, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for a special evening of creativity and fun painting a pair of owls on canvases together. This event is a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to bond and create ...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join us for a special evening of creativity and fun painting a pair of owls on canvases together. This event is a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to bond and create lasting memories.

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.

 

Teens: Soda Bottle Sprouts – Upcycle & Grow!

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Turn an ordinary 2-liter bottle into a cool, eco-friendly planter! Get creative as you cut, decorate, and plant your own little green masterpiece. Whether you want to grow flowers,...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Turn an ordinary 2-liter bottle into a cool, eco-friendly planter! Get creative as you cut, decorate, and plant your own little green masterpiece.

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.

 

Teen Volunteer

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Teen Volunteering:

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department de...

Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours at the library! Please bring any school paperwork that will need to be signed. Please visit the Youth Department desk on the day of volunteering. 

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.