Elkhart Public Library

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-10-21 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative.
Upcoming projects:
• Aug. 19 – Cards with Carol – watercolor cards and pressed flower bookmarks
• Sept. 16 – Diamond art
• Oct. 21 – Charm bracelet or keychain

Mini Masterpieces
2026-10-22 09:00 - 19:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Let your creative side out using our paint markers on a mini canvas. Take home your art or display it at the library when you’re done.

Double Feature Delight
2026-10-22 14:00 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Enjoy a delightful selection of family-friendly movies with the latest hits paired with PG-13 favorites. Grab free popcorn and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of movies.
Aug. 27 – “The Sheep Detectives” (PG, 1:50) and “Project Hail Mary” (PG-13, 2:36)
Sept. 24 – “Toy Story 5” (PG, 1:42) and “Supergirl” (PG-13, 1:50)
Oct. 22 – “Minions & Monsters” (PG, 1:29) and “The Mummy” (PG-13, 2:05)

Late Night Frights
2026-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Sneak into the library for an after-hours screening of the thrilling Obsession (R, 1:49) and free popcorn.

Day of the Dead Celebration
2026-10-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Decorate a picture frame, make a mini altar and more at this celebration of the Mexican holiday.

Sit & Stitch
2026-10-28 17:00 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring any needlework project to work on with other enthusiasts. Beginners welcome.

Dunlap Book Worms
2026-11-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-12-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us on Saturdays monthly for a book discussion. Contact Sue Eller for a copy of the book.
Upcoming books:
Dec. 13 – The 19th Christmas by James Patterson
Jan. 10 – “James” by Percival Everett
Feb. 7 – “How the Penguins Saved Veronica” by Hazel Prior
March 7 – “The Briar Club” by Kate Quinn
April 4 – “The Inheritance Games” by Jennifer Barnes
May 7 – “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus
June 13 – “West with Giraffes” by Lynda Rutledge
July 11 – “Trouble in Treewater” by John Chris
Aug. 8 – “The Little Prince” by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Sept. 5 – “The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon
Oct. 3 – “In Cold Blood” by Truman Capote”
Nov. 14 – “Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee” by Dee Brown
Dec. 12 – “Christmas Jars” by Jason F. Wright
