Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District

04/14/2026

Come visit the library and explore our book bundles.
Don’t miss out—these goodies won’t stay on the shelf for long! 🤭

04/03/2026

The library will be closed Friday, April 3rd. Both branches will reopen at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 4th. We are always open at mpld.org.

03/31/2026

03/30/2026

Where will your adventure begin?
Participate in the Library Road Trip (March 28 - April 30) and visit as many of the participating libraries as you want.
Pick up a passport at your local library today! Collect stamps and raffle tickets as you go.

03/30/2026

Currently Accepting Donations for our Spring Plant Sale! 💐
All donations must be made to the Manhattan branch at the front desk. Each donation receives a raffle ticket and a chance to win the plant stand chair and wreath!

03/30/2026

Wednesday and Thursday we have free events for kids on spring break! Sign up now for Wednesday's interactive movie and Thursday's Egg Science with Mr. Steve! Visit mpld.org to register.

03/27/2026

Teens and Tweens are invited to join us for a drop-in bedazzle event! Drop in any time between 2:30 and 4:30 with your own books, skincare, lip gloss or any other item you'd love to see bedazzled! Use our supplies to add a little sparkle to your items.

03/23/2026

It's a great week for our friends who forget to register for programs! We have Drop in button making in Manhattan and drop in Game Day in Elwood, plus a visit from the Easter Bunny at the Elwood Branch! Get more info at mpld.org!

03/20/2026

It's the first day of spring! That means its time to break out the lawn and garden equipment. For maintenance and repair questions, check out Small Engine Repair Source. It offers step-by-step repair instructions for your engines and tools. Visit our e-library to get started.

03/18/2026

This Saturday morning, kids, tweens, and teens are invited to Crafting with Ms. Grace! Kids are up first and will be painting flower pots and rocks. Then tweens and teens are up to paint their own flower pots! Space and supplies are limited so visit the link in comment to register today!