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Branches:
Elwood Branch,
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Description:
The library will be closed for Labor Day. We will see you Tuesday, September 2nd at both branches. We are always open online at https://mpld.org
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies,
Littles,
Children
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Sep
2
2025
Tue
Elwood Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Babies,
Littles,
Children
Library Branch:
Elwood Branch
Age Group:
Babies,
Littles,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.
Rain or shine, it’s Storytime!
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.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Seniors
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
3
2025
Wed
Elwood Senior Social Hour
Library Branch:
Elwood Branch
Event Details:
Enjoy a hot cup of coffee, good conversation, and catching up on the news, at the library. Senior Social Hour is the perfect place to connect with other local seniors in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
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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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies,
Littles,
Children
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Littles" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Sep
5
2025
Fri
Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Babies,
Littles,
Children
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Children's Department
Age Group:
Babies,
Littles,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Step into a world of imagination with storytelling sessions designed especially for young children and their families. Storytime promotes early literacy, fuels creativity, and helps little ones build social skills in a fun, welcoming space. Through books, songs, and interactive play, children grow, learn, and share joyful moments with caregivers and new friends. It’s a heartwarming way to make reading an adventure and create lasting memories.
Rain or shine, it’s Storytime!
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.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
2
2025
Tue
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?
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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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
3
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
This Month's Craft: Stained Glass Butterfly
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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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
2
2025
Tue
Teen Volunteering
4:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens,
Teens
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Children's Department
Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours 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. Only school related community service is permitted.
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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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 "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
3
2025
Wed
Pokemon Club
4:30pm–5:15pm
Tweens,
Children,
Teens
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Tweens,
Children,
Teens
Gotta catch ‘em all! Join fellow Pokémon fans for a fun-filled event featuring activities, crafts, and battles. Participants are welcome to bring along their favorite Pokémon items for show and tell. Aimed for ages 8 to 13 years. Parent/Guardian must be present throughout the program. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to share your love for Pokémon and make new friends. Sign up today and let the adventure begin!
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.
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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Children,
Teens
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
2
2025
Tue
Chess Club--Elwood
5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens,
Children,
Teens
Library Branch:
Elwood Branch
Age Group:
Tweens,
Children,
Teens
Calling all Kings and Queens to the square table! Bring a friend to play or come meet new checkmates. Learn from a chess expert! Feel free to bring your own chess set and board. All skill levels are welcome!
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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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
4
2025
Thu
Teen Volunteering
5:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens,
Teens
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Teens 13 and up, get your school related community service hours 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. Only school related community service is permitted.
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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