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Winter Reading

"Stock Up" on Great Reads
2023-01-26 00:00:00 2023-01-26 23:59:00 America/New_York Winter Reading All Branches -

Thursday, January 26
All day

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Stock Up on Great Reads

People of all ages are invited to participate in Winter Reading.  Adults can complete a bookmark to earn one pair of fuzzy socks and numerous entries for grand prize packages. Youth can complete a bookmark, choose a prize of their choice and then be entered into a grand prize drawing. 

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Glow Stick Light Sabers
Mon, May 04, All day
All Branches
Stop in to make a light saber out of a glow stick.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Mon, May 04, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 04, 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, May 04, 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.
Homeschool Adventures - Big Blue Blocks
Mon, May 04, 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 use our... more
Homeschoolers of all ages are invited to join us for a hands on learning activity. This month we'll be use our imaginations and create with our big, foam, blue blocks.
Slime Day-Orange Town Ship Fire Department - Family/ All ages program
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off-Site
Make slime with us at the Orange Township Fire Department.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, May 04, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Tue, May 05, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 05, 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
Barre with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, May 05, 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.
Cancelled
Yoga with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 05, 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.
After School Explorers: Mother's Day Craft!
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 4:35pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a Mothers Day Craft where we make heart shaped sun catchers!
Anime Club
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Make it with Leah J. - Ladybug Flower Pot
Tue, May 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Board Room,Room D
All you need is your fingertips to create an adorable Ladybug Flower Pot! Just in time for the planting season!
This event is full
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Wed, May 06, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, May 06, 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 J. - Ladybug Flower Pot
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Board Room,Room D
All you need is your fingertips to create an adorable Ladybug Flower Pot! Just in time for the planting season!
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Thu, May 07, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Fri, May 08, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Sat, May 09, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Q-Tip Dandelion
Mon, May 11, All day
All Branches
Stop in to make a cute dandelion craft.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Pony Bead Craft
Mon, May 11, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk or the main desk at Limberlost to pick up a to go kit- while supplies last.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 11, 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, May 11, 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.
Adopt a Book Buddy - For Teens
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Adopt a reading buddy to keep you engaged and inspired this summer!
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, May 11, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Kendallville Public Library
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 12, 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, May 12, 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, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 12, 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.
Book Club - The Astral Library
Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Join Leah and Brittany to discuss The Astral Library
Doggy Tales
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Teen Area
Kids of all ages are invited to practice their reading skills with Sunny Boy, a therapy dog.
After School Explorers - Popsicles and Sidewalk Chalk!
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a good time coloring outside while eating popsicles!
Anime Club
Tue, May 12, 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, May 13, 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.
Book Club - Anatomy of an Alibi
Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room 4,Room D
Join Leah and Brittany to discuss Anatomy of an Alibi.
Make it with Bethany - Bee Watering Stand
Thu, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room 4,Room D
Join Bethany to learn about Indiana?s native pollinators and create a small watering station for your home
This event is full
Dirt Cup Dessert
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Limberlost Branch
Make a dirt pudding cup dessert.
Make it with Katie - Cozy Cryptids Coloring and Cookies
Thu, May 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Board Room,Room 4
Katie will lead a coloring class.
Little Learners Playdate
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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, May 15, 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, May 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a 30 minute workout that focuses on... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a 30 minute workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility.
All Ages Paint - at Orange Township Fire Department
Fri, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Off-Site
Katie will lead participants in an all ages paint.
Chalk Stars
Mon, May 18, All day
All Branches
Stop in and make a star picture.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 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.
Outdoor Coloring - Teen Event
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library
Spend some time outdoors with us coloring and enjoying nature! Meet inside the library first, then head out on... more
Spend some time outdoors with us coloring and enjoying nature! Meet inside the library first, then head out on library grounds.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, May 18, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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, May 19, 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, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, May 19, 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.
After School Explorers - Super Mario Kart on the Switch
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 4:35pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a gathering to play Super Mario Kart on the Switch.
Anime Club
Tue, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms 1&2,Study Room 1,Study Room 2
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Book Club - It's Not Her
Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Board Room,Room D
Join Leah and Brittany to discuss It's Not Her
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, May 20, 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.
Thumb Print Garden Painting
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Limberlost Branch
Make a thumb print garden painting.
Make it with Katie - Decades Music Trivia
Thu, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Board Room,Room 4
Katie will lead participants in a music trivia session.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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
Little Learners Playdate
Fri, May 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library
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, May 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a 30 minute workout that focuses on... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified barre instructor, for a 30 minute workout that focuses on low-impact, high intensity movements to improve strength, agility and flexibility.
Make it with Katie - Mix and Match Bracelets
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room 4,Room D
Katie will teach participants how to make a variety of bracelets.
All Ages Bingo - with Katie
Sat, May 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library
Join KPL for Bingo!
Patriotic Popsicle Craft
Tue, May 26, All day
All Branches
Stop in to make a cute red, white and blue popsicle craft.
Barre with Brittany - at the Orange Township Fire Department
Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, May 27, 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.
Literary Luncheon - with Shelby Van Pelt
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Off-Site
KPL is teaming up with the CLC to bring Shelby Van Pelt, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures. More details to come.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Summer Reading - Roar into Reading
Mon, Jun 01, All day
All Branches
KPL and LB will have a variety of programs and activities from June 1- July 11. Grand prizes for adults will... more
KPL and LB will have a variety of programs and activities from June 1- July 11. Grand prizes for adults will include a metal detector, state park package, and polywood furniture.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Dinosaur Paint and Thank You Note
Mon, Jun 01, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk to get a to go dinosaur craft.
Flower Art
Mon, Jun 01, All day
All Branches
Stop in at the library to make flower art.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D,Room E
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.
Storytime- Orange Township - Storytime-Orange Township
Mon, Jun 01, 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.
Roar on the Road - Indiana Dinosaur Museum
Mon, Jun 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Meet us at 7102 Lincolnway W Hwy in South Bend at the Indiana Dinosaur Museum for a field trip for all ages.
Yoga with Brittany
Mon, Jun 01, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Make it with Katie - Summer Beach Bracelet
Mon, Jun 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room 4,Room C
Katie will teach participants how to make a summer beach bracelet.
This event is full
Marcy's To Go Craft - Dinosaur Paint and Thank You Note
Tue, Jun 02, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk to get a to go dinosaur craft.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D,Room E
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, Jun 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, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically... more
Join Brittany, Assistant Director and certified yoga teacher, for an all-levels Flow Yoga class. The class typically lasts for one hour.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D,Room E
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.
Book Club - Daughter of Egypt
Tue, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Limberlost Branch
Join Leah and Brittany to discuss Daughter of Egypt.
Anime Club
Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join our anime club as we watch anime, read manga, draw, and more.
Marcy's To Go Craft - Dinosaur Paint and Thank You Note
Wed, Jun 03, All day
All Branches
Stop by the adult desk to get a to go dinosaur craft.
Sensory Friendly Hour
Wed, Jun 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.
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