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Interact with other humans and talk about books you’re reading at our virtual Roundtable
Reading Roundtable, normally a once-a-month gathering at Cleveland, goes online Monday, April 20. Keep reading to find the link to join.

Consumer Reports launches virus page, sanitizing product reviews
Consumer Reports is doing a great job covering the Coronavirus through their typical series of product reviews, investigative journalism, and helpful pro-consumer articles. They currently have a module with articles focusing on the best sanitation products backed by medical research, effective products for improving your home office, watching out for scams, home exercise, etc. Throughout […]

Local financial resources in this time of need
In this time of uncertainty, there’s a lot on your mind. Unfortunately for many, financial strain has come along with the shutdown of, basically everything. Luckily there are several groups in Elkhart and surrounding area that are offering financial assistance services. LaCasa’s Financial Empowerment Team can help guide you on a number of topics. They’re […]

Access PressReader for free newspapers, magazines on any device
Get many of your favorite publications in one place with PressReader, available in the EPL Digital Library. The digital reader program, available on desktop, as well as mobile devices via apps, offers thousands of English language and international newspapers and magazines. <<< Click here to get the app for your device >>> Publications include Chicago Tribune, Chicago […]

Unlock your potential at the library
Our new logo pays tribute to the past and looks ahead to helping people unlock their potential

First Source Bank offering financial classes at Dunlap
Starting the year off getting finances in order is a common goal for a lot of people. The winter can be a good time to do it too, especially with the potential of getting some money back with a tax return. First Source Bank wants to help people improve their financial literacy, through a series […]
Coding for children coming in March
A three week program introducing children to coding using games and robots will start at the Downtown library March 5. Little Coders, part of the NASA @ My Library grant, will teach children ages 4 to 6 coding. Little Coders will be at 4:30 p.m. weekly starting Thursday, March 5 and continuing for three weeks. […]

Beardsley alum remains committed to Battle of the Books
He’s moved from the front lines to the sidelines, but Dalton Dickerhoof continues to be a staple of Elkhart Public Library’s annual Battle of the Books. The 13-year-old North Side Middle School student competed for two years during elementary school with the Beardsley Book Club. Now, he serves as a coach of sorts. “I always […]
