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Christmas Bells
2025-12-22 00:00:00 2025-12-22 23:59:00 America/New_York Christmas Bells All Branches -

Monday, December 22
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-12-22 00:00:00 2025-12-22 23:59:00 America/New_York Christmas Bells Stop in and pick up a take home bell craft for the holiday! All Branches -

Stop in and pick up a take home bell craft for the holiday!

This craft is available starting Monday, December 22nd. While supplies Last. Create some cute Christmas bells at home when you stop in to get your take home craft. Located at the Youth Services Desk at Kendallville and at the Rome City Branch. 

AGE GROUP: | Teen (Grades 6-12) | Children (Grades K-5) |

EVENT TYPE: | DIY, Crafting, & How-To |

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Football Bracelet
Mon, Nov 24, All day
All Branches
Stop in to get a football bracelet to make at home.
Bixler Walk - with Leah and Bethany
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
All Branches
Join Bethany and Leah for a walk around Bixler. Meet at the adult desk to sign a waiver.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Make it with Leah - Air Dry Thanksgiving Turkey at OTFD
Tue, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Leah will guide participants to make a turkey using air dry clay.
After School Explorers - Fall Suncatcher Craft
Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us to create a fall themed suncatcher.
Anime Club
Tue, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, Nov 26, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for... more
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
All Ages Bingo - with Bethany
Wed, Nov 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Join KPL for Bingo!
Christmas Countdown Chain
Mon, Dec 01, All day
All Branches
Stop in to pick up a Christmas count down craft.
Letters to Santa
Mon, Dec 01, 9:00am - 8:00pm
All Branches
Kids of all ages can stop by the library and the Community Learning Center and Life and Family Services to write a... more
Kids of all ages can stop by the library and the Community Learning Center and Life and Family Services to write a letter to Santa. The mailboxes will receive letters from December 1-13.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Homeschool Adventures - Penguins
Mon, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms C&D
Homeschoolers of all ages are invited to join us for a hands on learning activity. This month we'll be learning all... more
Homeschoolers of all ages are invited to join us for a hands on learning activity. This month we'll be learning all about penguins.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Barre with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, Dec 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility for every body.
Yoga with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Make it with Leah - Winter Wreath at OTFD
Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Leah will guide participants to make a winter wreath.
After School Explorers - Polar Friends Foam Craft
Tue, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us to make a polar Friend out of craft foam.
Anime Club
Tue, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Winter Tea - with Leah J.
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Leah J. will host a winter tea party.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, Dec 03, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for... more
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Winter Tea - with Leah J.
Wed, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Leah J. will host a winter tea themed party.
Flower Arranging - with Cindy Mazzola
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Cindy will teach participants to make a winter flower arrangment.
Popsicle Stick Ornaments-Orange Township Fire Department
Thu, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Off-Site
Come in and make a Christmas ornament.
Make it with Katie - Disney Diamond Art
Thu, Dec 04, All day
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Katie will teach participants how to make a diamond art Disney edition.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Little Learners Playdate
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and... more
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and social interaction.
Make it with Leah - Winter Diamond Art
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Leah will guide participants to make a Santa Diamond Art.
Barre with Brittany
Fri, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility for every body.
BINGO - with Leah D.
Fri, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library
Join Leah D. for a fun-filled hour of BINGO!
Paper Tube Reindeer
Mon, Dec 08, All day
All Branches
Stop in to pick up a reindeer craft to make at home.
Story Time- Orange Township Fire Department
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Off-Site
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Cancelled
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
Holiday Party - with Santa
Mon, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Santa will visit and the library will provide crafts and activities.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Souper Book Club - Midnight at the Christmas Bookshop at OTFD
Tue, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany and Leah to discuss Midnight at the Christmas Bookshop and enjoy soup.
Doggy Tales
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library
Kids of all ages are invited to practice their reading skills with Sunny Boy, a therapy dog.
After School Explorers - Enjoy a Movie and Snack Evening!
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a fun filled movie or short film and a snack! Bring your own or one... more
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a fun filled movie or short film and a snack! Bring your own or one will be provided.
Anime Club
Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Make it with Leah J - Wooden Ornaments
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Leah J. will guide participants to make wooden ornaments.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, Dec 10, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for... more
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Make it with Leah - Wooden Ornaments
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Leah J. will guide participants to make wooden ornaments.
The Book Club Salad - The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year
Wed, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Read a copy of this month's book and then join Brittany and Leah for discussion and salad.
Make it with Bethany - Hot Cocoa Mix Ornament
Thu, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Join Bethany to make a hot cocoa mix ornament
Holiday Card Walk in the Park - for all ages
Thu, Dec 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library
Join Mary and Leah as we walk around Bixler Campground to view the holiday Christmas cards.
Nailed It! Christmas Cupcakes - Teen Challenge
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Teens are challenged to recreate a festive holiday treat in this fun baking contest! No experience needed, just... more
Teens are challenged to recreate a festive holiday treat in this fun baking contest! No experience needed, just creativity and holiday spirit. Prizes will be rewarded!
Clothes Pin Reindeer
Thu, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Off-Site
Make a cute reindeer using clothes pins.
Make it with Katie - Holiday Bracelet
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Katie will teach participants how to make a festive bracelet.
Little Learners Playdate
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and... more
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and social interaction.
Little Learners Playdate
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and... more
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and social interaction.
Barre with Brittany
Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility for every body.
BINGO - with Leah J.
Fri, Dec 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Join Leah J. for a fun-filled hour of BINGO!
Make it with Katie - All Ages Holiday Paint
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Katie will teach participants how to paint step by step.
Paper Star
Mon, Dec 15, All day
All Branches
Stop in to get supplies to make a star using origami.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Story Time- Orange Township Fire Department
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Off-Site
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Make it with Leahs - Cookie Decorating
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Decorating Holiday Cookies with Leah and Leah.
Pizza & Pages Party - Kleiman Creative Writing Contest
Mon, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms C&D
Calling all creative kids in grades 4-6! Join us for a Pizza & Pages party to kick off this years Kleiman Creative... more
Calling all creative kids in grades 4-6! Join us for a Pizza & Pages party to kick off this years Kleiman Creative Writing Contest.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, Dec 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Barre with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, Dec 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility for every body.
Yoga with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Make it with Leah - Gnome Ceramic Paint at OTFD
Tue, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Leah will guide participants to paint a ceramic gnome.
After School Explorers - Christmas Sugar Cookie Decorating
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us at the library to decorate a Christmas themed sugar cookie!
Anime Club
Tue, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Leah and Leah's Book Club
Tue, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Art Gallery,Room C
Join Leah and Leah on the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 to discuss a popular novel.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, Dec 17, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for... more
Join us for Sensory Friendly Hour, a special time dedicated to creating a calm and welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Make it with Bethany - Winter Snow Globes
Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Join Bethany to make a beautiful snow globe.
Take and Make-Snowman Snow Globe
Thu, Dec 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Limberlost Branch
Take home a snowman snow globe.
Open Mic: Winter Edition - Teen Only Event
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Winter and holiday-themed performances preferred! Supportive, friendly audience. Snacks and hot cocoa provided to... more
Winter and holiday-themed performances preferred! Supportive, friendly audience. Snacks and hot cocoa provided to keep you warm and energized. Come to perform or just support and have fun!
Stranger Things Trivia Night - with Leah J. and Katie
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Katie and Leah will host Stranger Things Trivia.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more... more
Join us for stories, crafts, activities and more! Be sure to register to save your spot. You can register for more than one storytime session at a time.
Little Learners Playdate
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and... more
Our playdate offers a nurturing environment for preschoolers to engage in imaginative play, hands-on activities, and social interaction.
Barre with Brittany
Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility for every body.
BINGO - with Leah J.
Fri, Dec 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C
Join Leah J. for a fun-filled hour of BINGO!
Holiday Music Bingo - with Katie
Sat, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library
Patrons will play holiday music bingo.
Christmas Bells
Mon, Dec 22, All day
All Branches
Stop in and pick up a take home bell craft for the holiday!
Winter Reading - Hibernate with a Good Book
Mon, Dec 22, All day
All Branches
Youth of all ages are invited to read stories they enjoy and then come to the library to pick out a prize. Reading... more
Youth of all ages are invited to read stories they enjoy and then come to the library to pick out a prize. Reading gameboards will be available at both library locations.
Winter Reading - Hibernate with a Good Book
Mon, Dec 22, All day
All Branches
Attend programs and read during winter reading.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, Dec 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class.
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