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Tastes Around the World: Asian Snack Stop

3:30pm–6:00pm
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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

New Year Vision Boards 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 vision board for the new year!  Start your year your way!

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

Board & Card Game Hour

10:30am–11:30am
Seniors, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your morning with fun and friends! Join us for a relaxed gathering of adults and seniors who enjoy classic card and board games.

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

🎬✨ Interactive Movie Fun: Charlie and The Chocolate Factory ✨🎬

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.

 

This event is in the "Children" group
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Third Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program: Adoption Day Event--MANHATTAN

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

Third Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program: Adoption Day Event--MANHATTAN

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

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: National Brid Feeding Month

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

Minute To Win It Drop-In

3:30pm–6:00pm
Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Tweens, Children, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you’ve got what it takes to beat the clock? Drop in for our Minute to Win It Challenge at the library! Try your hand at a variety of fast, funny, and tricky 60-second games.  This is an all ages family event!

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

Third Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program: Adoption Day Event--MANHATTAN

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

Third Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program: Adoption Day Event--MANHATTAN

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

Third Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program: Adoption Day Event--MANHATTAN

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

Third Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program: Adoption Day Event--MANHATTAN

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

Come enjoy a movie with your new reading buddy!  We will watch Secret Life of Pets with our Buddies, and see what those silly animals are up to when no one is around!

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

Take a picture with your favorite barn animal reading buddy.  Then, craft a barn frame for your picture!  

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 "Everyone" group

Jellybean Challenge: Drop In Event

3:15pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jelly Bean Challenge

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

Take a picture with your favorite barn animal reading buddy.  Then, craft a barn frame for your picture!  

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

Take a picture with your favorite barn animal reading buddy.  Then, craft a barn frame for your picture!  

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 "Teens" group

Bedazzle it 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 bedazzle event!  Bring your own books, skincare, lip gloss or any other item you'd love to see bedazzled!  Use our supplies to add a little sparkle to your items.

 

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

Saddle up and bring your reading buddy to the library for a barnyard adventure. Kids and their cuddly reading buddies will follow a farm map around the library, stopping at  stations to play games and complete fun challenges.

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

Saddle up and bring your reading buddy to the library for a barnyard adventure. Kids and their cuddly reading buddies will follow a farm map around the library, stopping at  stations to play games and complete fun challenges.

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 Race

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.