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Ranger Distribution values reading at all ages
Every employee participates in a quarterly book club at Elkhart’s Ranger Distribution Inc. The assignment covers all staff, from the company founders to the warehouse workers. “Knowledge is important, and […]
Pat Kelm leaves legacy of caring, friendship
In memoriam Patricia L. Kelm Sept. 29, 1939-March 8, 2025 Pat Kelm cared. She was a book club leader who painstakingly picked titles for consideration. She was a fierce advocate […]
Author marks 60th anniversary of tornadoes with library visit
After 60 years, the Palm Sunday Tornadoes remain one of the worst weather disasters in state history. To mark the anniversary, Indiana author Janis Thornton documented stories from the storm […]
Things to do in Elkhart for Spring Break
Spring Break is a great time for families to spend time together and enjoy the changing season. But the reality is the weather in northern Indiana rarely cooperates for a […]
How to read graphic novels, comics and manga with your library card
Graphic novels, comics and manga are popular ways for all ages to read and engage with stories. Elkhart Public Library makes it easy to read these types of books with […]
More play space coming to downtown children’s room
To create a more welcoming space for families and children, the downtown library is rearranging shelving. Over the next couple of weeks, visitors may notice changes to where familiar items […]
Start a garden with EPL’s seed library
Stretching food dollars. Building sustainable communities. Elkhart Public Library’s seed library makes growing fresh herbs, produce and native plants easier. Lindsey Caterina, community wellness coordinator for Purdue Extension Elkhart County, […]
Communities of moms and kids build at library storytimes
Fifteen minutes after Baby and Me ends, five moms are lingering in the Yellow Room downtown. They’re sharing plans for lunch, kids’ nap schedules, and laughs. The kids, each no […]
