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Bingo

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of themed BINGO on the second Wednesday of each month! Bring your family and friends to these free gatherings and enjoy an afternoon of excitement and community.

This month's theme: Spring Equinox

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.

 

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Tastes Around The World: Latin American Snack Stop

3:15pm–6:30pm
Littles, Seniors, Tweens, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Seniors, Tweens, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Foods From Around The World

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 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.

 

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

Indoor Petting Zoo featuring Little Starr Farm

5:00pm–6:00pm
Babies, Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beat the winter blues with a fun evening at the library!  We will have Manhattan's own Starr Farms here to share an indoor petting zoo with us!  Meet and pet chicks and bunnies in this fun, engaging night out!

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

Puzzle Races

1:00pm–3:00pm
Seniors, Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Put your teamwork to the test at our Puzzle Race at the Library! Teams of 3–4 participants will go head-to-head to complete the same 500-piece puzzle in just two hours.

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

Trivia /Jeopardy Time!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration 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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Flower Pot Painting w/ Grace

11:30am–12:15pm
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens are invited to design their own flower pots!  Plant flowers or herbs, or use the pots to store jewelry or other small items!  

All supplies provided, come dressed to paint!

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

Game Day

10:45am–12:30pm
Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come into the Elwood Branch for some Spring Break fun! 

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

Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs: Interactive Movie

10:30am–12:15pm
Tweens, Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interactive Movie: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

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

Egg Science with Mr. Steve

1:00pm–1:45pm
Tweens, Children
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 some spring time science fun with Mr. Steve! Kids will explore the “why” behind the “wow” as they discover how science makes cool things 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 "Adults" group

Bingo

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of themed BINGO on the second Wednesday of each month! Bring your family and friends to these free gatherings and enjoy an afternoon of excitement and community.

This month's theme: Butterflies and Hummingbirds

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

Slime Time: Drop-In Event

3:15pm–6:30pm
Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to mix, stretch, and squish! Stop by the library anytime during this hands-on drop-in event to make your own slime using our ingredients. Choose your colors, add fun mix-ins, and take home your gooey creation.

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 "Adults" group

Trivia Time!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Tastes Around The World Europe's Snack Stop

3:15pm–6:30pm
Littles, Seniors, Tweens, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Seniors, Tweens, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Foods From Around The World

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 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.

 

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

Jewelry Making w/ Grace

11:30am–12:15pm
Tweens, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us for a jewelry making event!  Participants can create jewelry with our supplies. Make your own, something for a friend, or  for a Mother's Day gift!

Supplies Provided

 

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.