Make a Vision Board Bucket List
2025-09-23 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 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.

Junji Ito Art Contest
2025-09-24, 2025-10-01, 2025-10-08, 2025-10-15 | 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.

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, 2025-10-15, 2025-10-20, 2025-10-22, 2025-10-27 and 1 more date | 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

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.

CANCELED - Women's Reproductive Health
2025-10-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Emily Christ from Purdue Extension leads a discussion on women’s health topics, including postpartum care and more.
To RSVP to this event call 574-533-0554 or email finke24@purdue.edu.

The Throwback Theatre
2025-10-16 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
2025-10-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Use your creativity to make something different each month while meeting others. This month we’re making a book vase.
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Artificial Intelligence: Introduction to AI
2025-10-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
AI is making an impact and might change how we work and use technology. Join this informative discussion with live demonstrations and examples of how to use the technology.

Canceled - Tu Llave de la Biblioteca
2025-10-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
¿Sabías que tu tarjeta de la biblioteca sirve para mucho más que sacar libros? Te invitamos a una serie divertida donde exploraremos juntos todos los servicios digitales y recursos gratuitos disponibles para ti. Puedes traer tu propio dispositivo o pedir prestado uno de los nuestros. ¡No se necesita experiencia!
Oct. 16 & 30 : Cómo conseguir entradas gratis para el zoo y museos con tu targjeta
Nov. 6 & 13: Servicios de streaming y peliculas gratis
Dec. 4 & 18: Clases de inglés gratis en linea
Jan. 8 & 22: Exámenes de práctica gratis del BMV (incluye CDL y motocicleta)

Genealogy Watch Party
2025-10-17 12:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate Family History Month with genealogical presentations from the Genealogy Network of Texas. Plus, EPL staff share local resources and tips for your genealogical journey.
Watch remotely or in person at the downtown library. Register to receive a link for remote viewing.
Registration for this program opens Sept. 1.

Into the Spiral: Exploring Junji Ito's World
2025-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Junji Ito is famous for creepy horror manga and creepy illustrations. Come in your best cosplay for the costume contest, make a craft and enjoy snacks. Plus, enter our Ito-inspired art contest. Entries can be dropped off Sept. 10 to Oct. 15. Winners will be announced at the event.
