Winter Break Children's Craft
2025-12-26 09:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-27 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-29 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-30 09:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-02 09:00 - 18:00, 2026-01-03 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies.

Make It and Take It: Polar Bears and Penguins
2025-12-27 - 2025-12-28, 2025-12-29 - 2025-12-30, 2026-01-02 - 2026-01-03, 2026-01-03 - 2026-01-04 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.

Hooks and Needles
2026-01-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Beginner and expert knitters and crocheters are welcome to work on new or existing projects, share tips, ideas and meet other enthusiasts.

Teen Mini Bookshelves
2026-01-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your dream bookshelf on a miniature scale. Show off your favorite reads or add to your style.

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-01-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Meet others while making something different each month.
• Jan. 15 – Candle
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-01-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Socialize while getting creative and making something different each month. This month, we’re making a snowman painting.
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Morning Meetup with Council on Aging
2026-01-20 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-17 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
EPL and Council on Aging are teaming up to co-host activities and engaging conversations for the community. Learn fun, new things and socialize with others. Email Audrey Rush at arush@elkhartcoa.org to register or for more information.
Upcoming topics and projects:
Feb. 17 – Fraud prevention
March 17 – Charcuterie 101
April 21 – Painting with Linda Pieri

Craft Night for Adults
2026-02-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others and get creative while we make a new project each month.
Feb. 16 – Recycled book flower vase
March 16 – Baby jar candles
April 20 – Flour sack stenciling
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-02-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making a spring canvas wall art.
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-02-18 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative.

Teen DIY Boot Charms
2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your boots as unique as you are with personlized charms.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-03-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others and create something new each month. We’re making candles using baby jars.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-03-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making diamond art plant stakes.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Teen Beaded Plants
2026-03-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring green to your space without having to keep a plant alive.
