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Dungeons and Dragons 101

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Join D&D master Steve Hurovitz for a fun introduction to this role-playing game. Learn about its history, game basics, and how to quickly start exploring new worlds and battling monsters.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join D&D master Steve Hurovitz for a fun introduction to this role-playing game. Learn about its history, game basics, and how to quickly start exploring new worlds and battling monsters.

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 "Adults" group.

Small Business Financial Empowerment with Wintrust

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join Old Plank Trail Community Bank New Lenox to discover the ABC's of starting a business! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Old Plank Trail Community Bank New Lenox to discover the ABC's of starting a business! 

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 "Adults" group.

WTMortgage with Wintrust

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to be homeowner savvy. Whether you are a first time homebuyer or you are looking to refinance, learn to navigate the process confidently.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to be homeowner savvy. Whether you are a first time homebuyer or you are looking to refinance, learn to navigate the process confidently.

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pen & Plot Club with Rachael

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join our writers' support group lead by Rachael Bargo to brainstorm, collaborate, and learn about plotting and editing. Whether you're an author or aspiring writer, this is the perfect place to practice your craft.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our writers' support group lead by Rachael Bargo to brainstorm, collaborate, and learn about plotting and editing. Whether you're an author or aspiring writer, this is the perfect place to practice your craft.

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 "Adults" group.

Natural Soap-Making with Soapy Roads

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join Soapy Roads of Lombard for a hands-on intro to natural soap-making for beginners.

A variety of natural colors and essential oil fragrances are provided to customize your new favorite soap!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Soapy Roads of Lombard for a hands-on intro to natural soap-making for beginners.

A variety of natural colors and essential oil fragrances are provided to customize your new favorite soap!

Disclaimer(s)

There will be a $15 charge for this program. This fee must be paid in cash the day of program. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pen & Plot Club with Rachael

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join our writers' support group lead by Rachael Bargo to brainstorm, collaborate, and learn about plotting and editing. Whether you're an author or aspiring writer, this is the perfect place to practice your craft.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our writers' support group lead by Rachael Bargo to brainstorm, collaborate, and learn about plotting and editing. Whether you're an author or aspiring writer, this is the perfect place to practice your craft.

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.