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Painting with Tracie: Holiday Axolotl

Painting with Tracie: Holiday Axolotl

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

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

Join us for a fun holiday themed canvas painting!  

Please note:

There will be a $5 charge for this program. This fee must be paid in cash the day of program. 

Holiday faux whipped cream mug topper

Creativity Connections: Holiday Faux Whipped Cream Mug Topper

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Elwood Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us on December 16th to create a holiday faux whipped cream mug topper. Great to add to any holiday decor. No experience required!

Space is limited--reserve your spot today!

To register call Amber at 815-221-6013 x 6723.

Teen Volunteering

Teen Volunteering

Tuesday, December 16, 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
Chess Club

Chess Club--Elwood

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Elwood Branch
Library Branch: Elwood Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Children, Teens
Registration Required
Adult volunteer crafternoon

Adult Volunteer Crafternoon

Friday, December 19, 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?

Interactive Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Nightmare Before Christmas: Interactive Movie

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

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

🎬✨ Interactive Movie Fun: The Nightmare Before Christmas ✨🎬

Make Your Own Ornament

Craft with Ms. Grace: Make your own Ornament

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District Main Branch

Program Type:

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

Make Your Own Ornament

Air Dry Clay Animal Creations

Air Dry Clay Animal Creations w/ Grace

Saturday, December 20, 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:

Teens are invited to design and paint their own air dry clay!  Make a gift, your favorite animal or more! 

Teen Volunteering

Teen Volunteering

Tuesday, December 23, 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
Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
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: Babies, Littles, Tweens, Children
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special noon year's eve celebration!  Can't stay up until midnight?  Don't worry, we will celebrate 2026 at 12....noon!

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