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Events
Tue, Oct 15, All day
All Branches

Tue, Oct 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms A&B
Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 16, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library

Wed, Oct 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
Off-Site

Wed, Oct 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms C&D

Thu, Oct 17, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Thu, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thu, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Thu, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Oct 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Fri, Oct 18, 9:30am - 10:20am
Off-Site

Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off-Site

Fri, Oct 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Sat, Oct 19, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Mon, Oct 21, All day
All Branches

Mon, Oct 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Mon, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Mon, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Tue, Oct 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Oct 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Oct 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms A&B

Wed, Oct 23, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library

Wed, Oct 23, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Wed, Oct 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Art Gallery,Room C
This event is full

Thu, Oct 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Thu, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library

Thu, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thu, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Thu, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Oct 25, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Art Gallery

Fri, Oct 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Oct 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Fri, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Sat, Oct 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Sat, Oct 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Art Gallery

Mon, Oct 28, All day
All Branches

Mon, Oct 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Off-Site

Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Mon, Oct 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Mon, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Tue, Oct 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room
This event is full

Tue, Oct 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Oct 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Oct 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site

Tue, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Tue, Oct 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms A&B

Wed, Oct 30, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library

Wed, Oct 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Wed, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Off-Site

Wed, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Thu, Oct 31, 9:00am - 10:00am
All Branches

Fri, Nov 01, All day
All Branches

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Fri, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Sat, Nov 02, All day
All Branches

Rescheduled
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Thursday, November 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library

Mon, Nov 04, All day
All Branches

Mon, Nov 04, All day
All Branches

Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Mon, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms A&B

Mon, Nov 04, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Off-Site

Mon, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Tue, Nov 05, All day
All Branches

Tue, Nov 05, 9:00am - 10:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Nov 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site

Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Tue, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms A&B

Wed, Nov 06, All day
All Branches

Wed, Nov 06, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Thu, Nov 07, All day
All Branches

Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Thu, Nov 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thu, Nov 07, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Thu, Nov 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Art Gallery,Room C

Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Nov 08, All day
All Branches

Fri, Nov 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Off-Site

Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kendallville Public Library - Room D

Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
All Branches

Fri, Nov 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kendallville Public Library

Sat, Nov 09, All day
All Branches

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Off-Site

Tue, Nov 12, All day
All Branches

Tue, Nov 12, All day
All Branches

Tue, Nov 12, 9:00am - 10:00am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Nov 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Teen Area

Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms A&B

Wed, Nov 13, All day
All Branches

Wed, Nov 13, 8:00am - 9:00am
Kendallville Public Library

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library - Room C

Thu, Nov 14, All day
All Branches

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Small Meeting Room

Thu, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Limberlost Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thu, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Kendallville Public Library - Youth Program Room

Thu, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kendallville Public Library

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kendallville Public Library - Rooms D&E (Children's Event)

Latest News From Your Library

October Fun at KPL!

There is a lot of fun happening at the Kendallville Library and its Limberlost Branch during the month of October. We have Halloween-themed events for people of all ages (adults, youth and the entire family)!

As we prepare for the Lantern Parade at the end of the month, library patrons are encouraged to attend our Lantern Making Workshops on October 2 and 3. We cannot wait to see what you create!

Adults and teens (accompanied by an adult) are invited to embark on a KPL Ghost Investigation on October 11 from 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Two of our favorite local ghost hunters, Beth Gaff and Katie Anderson, will be here to share their knowledge of ghost investigations and take us through the library to see what we find.

Also, bring the entire family to our Pumpkin Decorating Show and Tell on October 16 where you can tell us all about your pumpkin before you enter it into the decorating contest! Pumpkin entries will also be accepted at both library locations on October 17, 18 and 19. Categories include cutest, scariest and best overall design. The public will vote on their favorite pumpkins and a prize will be given for each age group (children, teen and adult). This is a great way to celebrate the season! Click here to download the entry form.


Join the Kendallville Library Team!

We are currently looking for an Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely conducting general repairs and preventative maintenance activities on Library equipment, property, structures, and grounds. Click here for more information and to apply.

We are also looking for a Part-time Housekeeper. This Housekeeper position is a critical team role. This individual puts the shine on an already gorgeous facility, helps keep our building and grounds clean, and contributes to the overall well-being of all who enter our doors. Click here for more information and to apply.


Changes to Yard Game and Museum Pass Reservations

  The Kendallville Library and it's Limberlost Branch are making some changes to yard game and museum reservations - hopefully making it easier to stop in and check one out! Beginning in September, yard games will no longer be able to be reserved. They will be available on a first come, first served basis. Patrons will be limited to 5 games and can be checked out for up to seven days. Museum Passes can be placed on hold through Evergreen (just like placing a book on hold) and once a patron is notified they will have three days to come in and pick up the pass. If you have any questions, please contact the library.



New Donation Drop-Box

We’re excited to introduce our new donation-only drop box, now available for your convenience! This drop box allows you to contribute gently used books and other materials directly to our library. Please ensure that all items are in good condition, free from bugs, pest droppings, spills, mildew, and mold. This helps us maintain the quality of materials available to our community.

To streamline our collection and ensure the best resources for our library, we cannot accept items that are outdated (more than 2 years old), encyclopedias, textbooks, non-fiction books over 5 years old, Reader’s Digest condensed books, periodicals or magazines, VHS tapes, and audio cassette tapes. Your generous donations will directly support our Friends of the Library Book sales, helping to fund various library programs and services.

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Thank you to our READ Donors!

The last time we conducted our READ (Reading, Education and Discovery) fundraising campaign was back in 2020. Then, we began the letter to supporters with “The Kendallville Public Library is engaging with the community like never before.” Little did we know then how even more true that would be now!

Every day we strive to bring new initiatives to our community to improve the quality of life for those around us. We’re partnering with local organizations to deepen the impact we have on the people we serve. We live here, we work here, and we are doing all we can to help the area thrive.

Our donors have recognized the work we are doing, and really came through this year. So far we have received donations totalling $3,175 earmarked to a variety of programs at the Kendallville Public Library. THANK YOU!

Here is a list of our donors to date and what they have funded:

Kendallville Open Donation

Alum-Elec Structures/
     Quick Tanks

Butler CPA

ELD Orthodontics

Emerick Diggins & Zabona

Farmers & Merchants Bank

Jones Family Dental

Lake City Bank

Paradise Time Service, Inc.

R&L Tax Service

State Farm - Don Gura

Limberlost Open Donation

Caroline's Cottage Cottons

DeMuyt Masonry, Inc.

Farmers State Bank

Rome City Chamber

Library of Things Collection

Freedom Academy

Materials and Supplies

Max Platt Ford Lincoln

Crafter's Boutique

You can make a donation online now via PayPal (no account required) at https://kplib.org/DonateNow.

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Take a Trip to the ACD Museum!

In addition to passes to Science Central and the Botanical Conservatory, KPL has added a Family Pass to the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum in Auburn. This pass is good for up to 2 adults at the same address and their dependent children.

In the museum, most of the cars are drivable and many are in carefully-restored condition.  The museum has a state-of-the-art Collections Conservation Center that was completed in 2015 to support the care and preservation of this priceless collection.

Plan your visit at https://automobilemuseum.org/ and reserve the pass here.

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Looking for a Notary? Look no further!

The Kendallville Public Library now has Notary Service available.

A Notary Public is an individual commissioned by the State of Indiana to serve as an impartial witness and fraud deterrent for legally significant documents such as property deeds, marriage licenses and adoption papers. Notaries defer fraud by verifying individuals’ identity and ensuring that all parties understand the contents of the documents they sign.

Schedule an appointment with Notary Michelle Herron by calling 343-2010 or emailing her at mherron@kendallvillelibrary.org. There is no cost for this service.

Michelle Herron is not an attorney licensed to practice law in Indiana. She is not allowed to draft legal records, give advice on legal matters, including immigration or charge a fee for these activities.

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Library, State Offer Rosetta Stone

You can start to learn up to 30 different languages - for free - through INSPIRE, Indiana's Virtual Library. The Indiana State Library has teamed up with Rosetta Stone to offer the basic course in the language of your choice. You can access INSPIRE through KPL's website at www.kendallvillelibrary.org. Click on INSPIRE under Online Resources.

Check out the how-to video on KPL Connect (http://bit.ly/KPLRosettaStone) and we'll show you exactly how to access Rosetta Stone Level 1.

If your IP is recognized as being inside the state, you will be able to access INSPIRE instantly. If your IP is not recognized, you will be asked to create a free account. If you have any issues accessing Rosetta Stone or INSPIRE, please contact INSPIRE@library.in.gov