samh, Author at Elkhart Public Library
Branches open for success
The anticipation is over. All branch locations are open. Soft and cozy furniture, bright and fun children’s areas, and big windows letting in natural light make the new-look branches feel […]
One year fine free brings back a love of the library
Less stress. Help for families. Energizing a love of reading. In February 2022, Elkhart Public Library went fine free. The reason? Everyone should have access to books and resources, and […]
Our people: Herbert and Ruth Tolson “inspired a neighborhood”
The Booker T. Washington Community Center closed its doors in February 1956. It took just over 34 years for ground to break on something to replace it. But the couple […]
Holiday activities and things to do in Elkhart
The holiday season is here. Elkhart Public Library has lots of great programs for the holiday season that are sure to entertain and enlighten the entire family. We’ve also included […]
Take a walk, read a book at Wellfield
Visitors to the Wellfield Botantic Gardens can enjoy the beautiful flora and get a great story with Story Walk. The ongoing program pieces out a children’s book onto stands around the […]
Renovated Osolo Branch gets rave reviews
Visitors admire the bright, vaulted ceiling of the Osolo Branch as they walk through the door. Familiar staff greet them and hear variations of the same phrases. “It’s beautiful,” and […]
Book giveaways surpass 6,500 with addition of Book Bus
This year, Elkhart Public Library has put more than 6,500 books into the hands of children throughout the Elkhart community. Free Books to Feed Minds, now in its fourth year, […]
Growing Readers to be confident and successful
Leo Garcia’s mom could see him struggling to read. His teacher called with concerns. Gabriella turned to the library for help. “His teacher reached out to me to say that […]
