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Adult volunteer crafternoon

Adult Volunteer Crafternoon

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

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

Monthly Volunteer Meet-Up Looking for a fun, low-key way to get involved and give back?

Barbie & Ken Club

Barbie and Ken Club

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

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

Barbie & Ken Club

Braided Suede Keychain Creations for Tweens and Teens

Keychain Creations

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
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:

Get crafty at the library! Tweens and teens can design and create their own one-of-a-kind keychains to clip onto backpacks, purses, or keys. We’ll provide all the supplies you need to make something fun, colorful, and totally you!

Wits Workout

Wits Workout Elwood

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Elwood Branch

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Other
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

Welcome to Wits Workout! The ultimate brain-boosting, laugh-inducing, connection-making experience for aging adults!

Why join? 

Teen Volunteering

Teen Volunteering

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode

Beyond the Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode (Virtual)

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Speaker
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Speaker
Event Details:

Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode

Click here to register

Mom Meet Up

Mom Meet Up

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

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

☕ Mom Meet-Up at the Library! ☕
Looking for connection, conversation, and a chance to meet other moms in the community? Join us at the library for a relaxed Mom Meet-Up!

Tie Dye Tote

Casual Crafters Elwood

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Elwood Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This Month's Craft: Tie Dye Tote

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Nintendo Switch Mario Party Challenge Ages 12+

3:30pm–4:15pm
Tweens, Children
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎮 Nintendo Switch Mario Party at the Library! 🎮

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.

 

Barbie and Ken Club

10:15am–11:15am
Littles, Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Barbie & Ken Club

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.

 

Keychain Creations

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:

Get crafty at the library! Tweens and teens can design and create their own one-of-a-kind keychains to clip onto backpacks, purses, or keys. We’ll provide all the supplies you need to make something fun, colorful, and totally you!

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.

 

Spooky Science with Mr. Steve

5:00pm–5:30pm
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 a frightfully fun evening of science with Mr. Steve! Kids will explore the “why” behind the “wow” as they discover how science makes spooky magic 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.

 

Halloween Storytime & Trick or Treat

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Littles
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Babies, Littles
Program Type: Fun & Games, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This week we'll be getting spooky with Halloween stories and fun! After stories, visit Trick or Treat Stations throughout the library. Costumes encouraged!

Dino Dimensions

5:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Children
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games, Speaker, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

An amazing collection of realistic puppets present an experience like no other. From cute baby Triceratops to a life size Raptor, or even a T-Rex - you do not want to miss out on this!

Barbie and Ken Club

10:15am–11:15am
Littles, Children
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Littles, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Barbie & Ken Club

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 Tote Creations 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 are invited to design and paint their very own tote bags at the library! We’ll provide the bags, paints, and supplies. Bring your creativity and leave with a one-of-a-kind bag you can actually use.

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.

 

Dinosaur Party

10:45am–11:15am
Littles, Children
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Littles, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come have some dino-vember fun at the library with a dinosaur party! We will have fun doing a variety of dino themed, hands on activities. Come have some daytime fun on this day off school!

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.