Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

10:00am-7:00pm

(815) 478-3987

Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District
240 Whitson Street
Manhattan, IL 60442
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 10:00am-7:00pm

Fri: 10:00am-5:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-2:00pm

Week Calendar

Featured Events

Elwood Storytime

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

Elwood Branch

Program Type:

Storytime

Open

Library Branch: Elwood Branch

Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

August's Storytime theme explores the wide world of feelings from the butterflies in our bellies to the sparkles of happiness in our hearts.

Mario Kart Tournament 8-11

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Other

Open

Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Room: Children's Department

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Other

Registration Required

Event Details:

🎮🏁 Mario Kart Tournament at the Library! 🏁🎮
Calling All Young Racers!

Teen Craft - Locker Decor

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Workshop

Open

Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Workshop

Registration Required

Event Details:

This locker? Bussin’, no cap

Create custom dry erase boards, cork boards, magnets, painted magnetic canvases, and more to make your locker the talk of the hallway. Supplies are limited and registration is required.

Storytime

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Storytime

Open

Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Room: Children's Department

Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

August's Storytime theme explores the wide world of feelings from the butterflies in our bellies to the sparkles of happiness in our hearts.

Adult Volunteer Crafternoon

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Other

Open

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?

Anime-nia

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Other

Open

Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Other

Registration Required

Event Details:

Step into the world of anime, manga, and Japanese culture with Anime-nia—a chill hangout for fans and curious newcomers alike.

Elwood Storytime

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am

Elwood Branch

Program Type:

Storytime

Open

Library Branch: Elwood Branch

Age Group: Babies, Littles, Children

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

August's Storytime theme explores the wide world of feelings from the butterflies in our bellies to the sparkles of happiness in our hearts.

Mario Kart Tournament 12+

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Children's Department at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Other

Open

Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Room: Children's Department

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Other

Registration Required

Event Details:

🎮🏁 Mario Kart Tournament at the Library! 🏁🎮
Calling All Young Racers!

Chess Club--Elwood

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Elwood Branch

Open

Library Branch: Elwood Branch

Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens

Registration Required

Social Stitches

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Open

Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at Social Stitches! 🧶✨

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10 am					This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Littles" group Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies, Littles Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Littles" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch Room: Children's Department Age Group: Babies, Littles Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and actively engage with your child throughout the session. Drop-offs are not permitted.

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