Elkhart Public Library

Dunlap Book Worms
2025-09-08 18:15 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join a lively and friendly monthly book discussion. This month we’re discussing “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks.

Computer One-on-One
2025-09-09 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get one-on-one help from our computer experts. From accessing library resources to saving a file, we can help. Reserve your 30-minutes of stress-free basic help by calling 574-294-2847.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-09-09 15:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as we make “Slug on Toadstool.”
Registration for this event begins Aug. 1.

Junji Ito Art Contest
2025-09-10, 2025-09-17, 2025-09-24, 2025-10-01, 2025-10-08 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Junji Ito is known for creepy manga horror art. Submit your best artwork inspired by horror to the downtown library children’s desk from Sept. 10 to Oct. 15. Vote for your favorites Oct. 16 to 24. Winners will be announced at Into the Spiral: Exploring Junji Ito’s World on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Cut the Cord
2025-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get informed on everything you should know before you return your cable box. From the best streaming platforms to internet speeds needed and more traditional cable alternatives.

Fiesta at the Mercado: Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off
2025-09-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with food trucks, vendors and activities for the whole family.

Creative Teen and Adult Painting
2025-09-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Enjoy an art class led by local artist Linda Pieri. We’ll be painting “Country Life.”
Registration for this program opens on Aug. 1.

The Throwback Theatre
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and a nostalgic movie for the whole family.
Aug. 21 – The Princess Bride (PG, 1:38)
Sept. 18 – The Sandlot (PG, 1:41)
Oct. 16 – Hocus Pocus (PG, 1:36)

Crafts at Cleveland for Adults
2025-09-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Use your creativity and create something while meeting others. This month we’re making a fall tealight lantern.
Registration for this program begins Aug. 1.

Easy Arte Repujado (Embossed Art) for Adults
2025-09-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
For Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re learning a traditional Mexican art using embossed metal. Two sessions available.

Make a Vision Board Bucket List
2025-09-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Teens and adults can create a collage of things on their bucket list from old magazines, cardstock and more.

Digital Safety: How to keep kids safe in the online world
2025-09-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Experts from CAPS Elkhart share how to protect kids online from the many risks online, plus how to help a child who encountered an online situation and how to make a report.

What to Watchlist
2025-09-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Share the latest on your favorite TV shows and movies. Discuss fan theories and hidden gems. Plus, we’ll watch trailers for what’s coming up.

Una Conversación con Zulma Prieto/A Conversation with Zulma Prieto
2025-09-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Zulma Prieto, founder of El Puente newspaper leads a powerful conversation about the Latinx experience in Elkhart County. Explore 30 years of local migration history, challenges and the role of journalism.

Conoce la experiencia de la comunidad latina en el condado de Elkhart. 30 años de historia migrante, desafíos locales y el poder del periodismo para dar voz a quienes no siempre son escuchados.

Computer One-on-One
2025-09-30 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-08 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-14 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Reserve 30 minutes of one-on-one help with one of our computer experts to help with whatever you need. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Call the downtown computer center at 574.294.2847 to reserve your 30-minute spot.
Times available at 2:30, 3, 3:30, and 4 p.m.

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda at Pierre Moran
2025-10-01, 2025-10-06, 2025-10-08, 2025-10-13 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Visit Pierre Moran throughout October to add a picture or special item to our ofrenda for a departed loved one. Or just write the name of your loved one to add.

Dunlap Book Worms
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join our friendly monthly book discussion and enjoy a diverse range of books across genres. This month we’re discussing “The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman. Contact Sue Eller for a copy of the book.
Upcoming books:
Nov. 1 – “Disarmed: The radical life and legacy of Michael ‘MJ’ Sharp” by Marshall V. King
Dec. 13 – “The Christmas Cookie Club” by Ann Pearlman

Fall Stencil Craft for Adults
2025-10-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Decorate a wooden plaque or cutting board with fall or Halloween stencils.
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-10-14 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as we make “Wheatfield.”
Registration for this event begins Sept. 1.
