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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Oct
20
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Event Details:
Start your week with a smile. If you're an early riser who enjoys a hot cup of coffee, good conversation, and catching up on the news, the library 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
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
Oct
21
2025
Tue
Storytime Elwood
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.
🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
Seniors
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Oct
22
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
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!
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
Oct
24
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.
🚨 September Storytime: Safety First! 🚒👮 This month’s Storytime theme is all about safety! Join us for fun, interactive sessions where we’ll learn how to stay safe at home, at school, and in our community.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Seniors,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
25
2025
Sat
Hair Scrunchies: Beginner Sewing (Elwood)
11:00am–12:30pm
Seniors,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Elwood Branch
Age Group:
Seniors,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Event Details:
Learn to sew! This beginning class will teach students how to sew a scrunchies. All materials provided! No experience necessary.
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 "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Oct
21
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
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Elwood Branch
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: Tie Dye Tote
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
Oct
24
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Meet other gardeners, swap plants, and enjoy a gardening-related craft. The Garden Club meets on the fourth Friday of each 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.
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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
Oct
21
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Sing Along Bingo-Family Movie Favorites
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Family Sing-Along Bingo at the Library! 🎶
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
20
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Members are encouraged to bring a dish to share based on a recipe from each month's cookbook. The club will vote on upcoming cookbooks. Cookbook club meets every third Monday of each month. New members are always welcome.
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.
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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
Oct
23
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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Seniors,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
23
2025
Thu
Crochet a Book Cover (Beginner & Intermediate)
5:30pm–7:00pm
Seniors,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Seniors,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Event Details:
Learn to crochet! This intermediate class is for students who have a basic understanding of crochet and would like to learn more! In this class you will learn to crochet a book cover!
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Dress for the Win! Political Memorabilia from the 1950s and 1960s
6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Speaker
Event Details:
This trip down memory lane highlights the political outfits and clothing items that used to be a part of campaigns in the 1950s and 60s.
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
21
2025
Tue
Beyond the Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode (Virtual)
7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Speaker
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