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Chair Yoga

10:15am - 11:15am
Adults
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us every 4th Wednesday of the month for Chair Yoga, a therapeutic class that aims to improve your range of motion, release your stress, and leave your body feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

 

Bingo

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This month's Bingo is Superstitious. 

Join us for themed BINGO on the second Wednesday of each month. Bring your family and friends for these fun, free gatherings.

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

Tie-Dye Socks.

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come to the library and lets decorate some socks! Let's have fun on this sock day! 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Littles, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Join us every Thursday for an interactive program filled with stories, songs, and activities that encourage early learning and literacy. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

DIY Microphone and Sing Disney Songs.

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Littles, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us in making our very own one of a kind microphone. Once they are done, we will be singing to some Disney songs! 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Teens 13 and up, come volunteer 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. 


Teens 13 and up, come volunteer 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.

Gardening Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Meet other gardeners, swap plants, and enjoy a gardening-related craft. The Garden Club meets on the fourth Friday of each month. 

Meet other gardeners, swap plants, and enjoy a gardening-related craft. The Garden Club meets on the fourth Friday of each month. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

TIC TAC

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

TIC TAC - The Independence of Teens Advisory Committee. 

 

Harry Potter After Hours Trivia Night

5:15pm - 6:15pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

It's time to gather your friends and come inside to the magical world of your library. Come test your Harry Potter skills. Don't miss out on this magical event. 

Wear your favorite Harry Potter gear/outfit! 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

Civil War Re-Enactment

10:00am - 2:00pm
Everyone
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Pavilion
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:

Join us in this informal non-structural re-enactment event. Walk around and get to meet and greet people of the living history from the civil war. 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

Morning Chat

9:45am - 11:00am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Are you an early riser? Do you want to drink coffee, read the newspaper, and socialize with other local seniors? Join us each Monday for Morning Chat.

Are you an early riser? Do you wan to drink coffee, read the newspaper, and socialize with other local seniors? Join us each Monday for Morning Chat. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

Babes and Giggles

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Littles
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies, Littles
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Sit down, relax, and chat with other parents and caregivers while your little ones engage and play. Babes and Giggles meet every other week.

*Birth – 24 months.

Gnome Paint Brush Craft

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Come to the library and create a gnome using a paint brush!

Teen Volunteer

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Teens 13 and up, come volunteer 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. 

Casual Crafters

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:


Relax and chat with friends as you make a low-stress simple craft. Casual Crafters meet on the first Wednesday of each month.

Monthly on the first Wednesday

This month's craft is Mason Lid Pumpkins

Relax and chat with friends as you make a low-stress simple craft. Casual Crafters meet on the first Wednesday of each month.

Paw Patrol

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Littles, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Littles, Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Calling all pups! Join us for some Paw Patrol fun. There will be crafts, activities, and a special appearance from one of the pups.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Littles
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies, Littles
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for an interactive program filled with stories, songs, and activities that encourage early learning and literacy.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Mosaic Bean Craft

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Tweens, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us in creating a bean style craft Mosaic style.

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Teens 13 and up, come volunteer 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. 

Teens 13 and up, come volunteer 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.

Morning Chat

9:45am - 11:00am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Are you an early riser? Do you want to drink coffee, read the newspaper, and socialize with other local seniors? Join us each Monday for Morning Chat. 

Teen Volunteer

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Teens 13 and up, come volunteer 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. 

Virtual: Being Imperfect with Erika Sanchez

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

 

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies, Littles
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Littles
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday for an interactive program filled with stories, songs, and activities that encourage early learning and literacy.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.

 

Bring Your Own Craft

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Adult Department
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Thursday of the month!  

Disclaimer(s)

Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may be taking photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website, 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.