Talk With Your Baby
2025-08-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Experts from Notre Dame’s Robinson Community Learning Center host this eight-week program, helping caregivers bond with their babies ages 0 to 3. Plus, get free books, learn guided activities for your child and more. Click here for registration information for this program.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tu Llave de la Biblioteca
2025-10-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-30 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-11-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-11-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-18 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-08 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.

Practice SAT Test
2025-10-18 09:30 - 12:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Be prepared for the real thing with a free practice SAT test from Sylvan Learning. Spots are limited; please register.

Pick the Right Medigap Plan
2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Heading into enrollment season, learn how to pick the right supplemental policy that fits your needs with experts from Weiss Financial Ratings. You can find a customized policy for free with your library card.

LEGO Bots
2025-11-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work together in teams and learn coding skills to make LEGO builds move, light up, play sounds and more.
Registration for this program starts Oct. 1.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
2025-11-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Discover 10 warnings of Alzheimer’s and what steps to take during this informative program. Purdue Extension Elkhart County will lead this discussion. Register by calling 574-533-0554 or emailing fink24@purdue.edu.
El Alzheimer es una enfermedad cerebral que provoca un deterioro gradual de la memoria, el pensamiento y el razonamiento. Descubra los 10 signos de alerta y los pasos a seguir cuando se busca asistencia médica. Para registrarse, llame al 574-533-0554 o envíe un correo electrónico a fink24@purdue.edu.
Si necesita un intérprete o traductor, comuníquese con Emily Christ al 574-533-0554 o ewitters@purdue.edu antes del 23 de octubre.

Creating Charcuterie Boards
2025-11-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create great charcuterie boards this holiday season with help from Purdue Extension Elkhart County. This hands-on class will elevate your entertaining with visually and delicious boards. To register, call 574-533-0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Hooks and Needles
2025-12-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-06 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.

Homeschool: Animal Scat
2025-12-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet us at Ox Bow County Park to learn about animals through their scat with an Elkhart County Parks naturalist. Dress for a hike through the woods.

Start a New Business
2026-01-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
LaQuisha Jackson, founder of Soulful Kitchen, shares her insights and experience for aspiring entrepreneurs. LaQuisha has nearly two decades of experience in the hospitality industry and launched her own catering and culinary education business in 2017.
LaQuisha has been recognized for her impact, receiving the Notre Dame Bootcamp Distinguished Alumni Michael H. Boyce Award, the Leadership South Bend Distinguished Alumni Award, the Northwest Indiana Influential Women’s Award in the Up and Coming Arts category. She was also honored in the 2021 South Bend Tribune class of 40 under 40.
