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Holiday Open House

2025-12-13 13:00:00 2025-12-13 15:00:00 America/New_York Holiday Open House Join us for another year of our most anticipated Holiday Open House! Watch the library transform into a winter wonderland filled with fun, free activities for the whole family. Pendleton Community Public Library -

Saturday, December 13
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-13 13:00:00 2025-12-13 15:00:00 America/New_York Holiday Open House Join us for another year of our most anticipated Holiday Open House! Watch the library transform into a winter wonderland filled with fun, free activities for the whole family. Pendleton Community Public Library -

Join us for another year of our most anticipated Holiday Open House! Watch the library transform into a winter wonderland filled with fun, free activities for the whole family.

It’s that magical time of year again—our annual Holiday Open House is back and more festive than ever! Step inside the library and experience it transformed into a cozy winter holiday wonderland. We’ll have a variety of fun, family-friendly activities, stations, and surprises for all ages to enjoy. This event is completely free and open to the community, so bring your family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate the season together.
Join us on December 13 from 1–3 PM for an afternoon of holiday cheer!

This year's activities include:

1. Silver Strummers (Teen Room)
Enjoy live holiday music performed by the Silver Strummers for a festive start to the event.

2. Hot Cocoa Station (Community Room)
Warm up with a cozy cup of hot cocoa topped with all your favorite fixings.

3. Gift Wrapping Station (Community Room)
Bring a gift and wrap it with the supplies provided — ribbons, paper, and tags included.

4. Arts & Craft Zone (Community Room)
Get creative with hands-on holiday crafts suitable for all ages.

5. Santa & Helper (Children’s Dept.)
Stop by to meet Santa and his helper for festive greetings and fun.

6. Photo Booth (Indiana Room)
Snap a holiday-themed photo with friends and family.

7. Holiday Movies (Maple Room)
Relax and enjoy classic holiday movies playing throughout the event.

8. Gingerbread Houses (Circulation Desk)
Build and decorate your own mini gingerbread house to take home. (1 Per Family and up to 25 Families Only)

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes | Entertainment | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | open house | holiday |

Pendleton Community Public Library

Phone: 765-778-7527

Hours
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Mon, Mar 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming events

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Tue, Mar 03, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Sycamore AB
Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Wed, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to a friendly video game tournament where the winner chooses next month's game. Recent game selections include Gang Beasts, TowerFall, and Nidhogg.

Sat, Mar 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Magnolia
This is a small, casual group that meets the first Saturday of the month. Beginner-levels and above welcome.

Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Maple Room
Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!

Tue, Mar 10, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Sycamore AB
Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Laywer in the Library
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Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Sycamore AB
Monthly meeting of the Library Board.

Thu, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Magnolia
A Thursday evening book club for those aged 16 and up.

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sycamore AB
Curious about your family history? Join us for a fun and informative session on how to uncover your roots using free genealogy websites.

Mon, Mar 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Maple Room
Show off your creativity -- make a bracelet or lanyard! Bead Club is a drop-in program for ages 9-13 hosted on the third Monday of each month. Snacks provided.

Tue, Mar 17, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Sycamore AB
Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Wed, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room
Try a snack from another country -- no plane ticket required. Because ingredients may vary, teens with known food allergies may wish to skip this program.

Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Magnolia
Welcome! We'd love to have you join our newest book club at PCL.

Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Maple Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Children ages 4-7 are invited to join certified music therapist Ms. Tiffany for an evening full of movement, rhythm, melodies, and fun!
Registration opens Friday, March 6 2026 at 5:00pm

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Maple Room
Move & groove to fun tunes with music therapist, Ms. Tiffany! Little ones (with their adult) will sing, dance, & explore instruments as they gain cognitive, motor, and pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-3.
Registration opens Thursday, March 5 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Mar 24, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Sycamore AB
Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maple Room
1st, 2nd, & 3rd graders are invited to listen to book talks and compete to take home a book of their choice. Sponsored by the Kiwanis. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 2026 at 6:00pm

Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maple Room
4th, 5th, and 6th graders are invited to listen to book talks and compete to take home a book of their choice. Sponsored by the Kiwanis. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, March 9 2026 at 6:00pm

Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sycamore AB
Drop off new or gently used boxed puzzles during library hours March 23–27. Each puzzle earns one ticket to trade for a new-to-you puzzle at our Puzzle Swap Day..

Tue, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Maple Room
Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!

Tue, Mar 31, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Sycamore AB
Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Wed, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to a friendly video game tournament where the winner chooses next month's game. Recent game selections include Gang Beasts, TowerFall, and Nidhogg.