Tunes & Twirls for Tots
2026-10-05 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-10-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-10-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-10-26 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Children and adults grow and connect through dancing and playing in a nurturing environment.

Pokémon Preschool Party
2026-10-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Gotta catch all the fun with activities and stories based on Pokémon.

Talk with your Baby
2026-10-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Offered through Notre Dame’s Robinson Community Learning Center, this free eight-week bilingual class supports early language skills and natural play for children ages 0 to 3. Classes are open to all and include free diapers, wipes and books. Register by calling 574-631-6916 or emailing gtomas@nd.edu.

Storytime with Mr. Manley
2026-10-07 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-10-14 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-10-21 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-10-28 10:00 - 10:45 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive stories and activities.

Little Explorers
2026-10-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities.

Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Billingües
2026-10-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Hear new phrases and stories in English and in Spanish during this all-ages Storytime. We finish with a hands-on activity.
Acompáñenos el primer martes de cada mes para escuchar cuentos en inglés y español mientras aprende palabras y frases en español. Después de los cuentos habrá una actividad manual.

Happy 100th Winnie-the-Pooh
2026-10-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Fans of all ages are invited to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first Winnie-the-Pooh book. Bring a favorite book, stuffed bear or Pooh-themed item for an 11 a.m. discussion on the history of the timeless bear. Plus, crafts, games, snacks and continuous movie showings all day.

Caturday Adoption Event
2026-10-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet and play with cats available for adoption from the Humane Society of Elkhart County.

Cantos y Cuentos
2026-10-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Immerse little ones in English and Spanish at this bilingual time of stories, songs and rhymes.

Rhythms and Rhymes
2026-10-16 10:30 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get little ones, ages 1 to 3, moving and dancing with music, rhymes and sing-alongs to build motor and literacy skills.

Ox Bow Books & Boots
2026-10-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet Miss Debbie with Elkhart County Parks naturalists for a book discussion and nature activity. Dress for the weather. Books are geared to ages 8-12, and advanced reading is not required. We’ll meet on the third Friday in July and October.
Upcoming books:

June 12 – “Heartwood Hotel: Family Forever” by Kallie George
July 17 – “My Side of the Mountain” by Jean Craighead George
Aug. 14 – “The Perilous Performance at Milkweed Meadow” by Elaine Dimopoulos
Sept. 11 – “Smoky Mountain Survival” by C.R. Fulton
Oct. 16 – “Miss Hickory” by Caroly Sherwin Bailey

Trunk-or-Treat at Pierre Moran
2026-10-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Drop in for our free spooktacular afternoon or safe trick-or-treating in a family-friendly environment. Plus, crafts, games, snacks and candy-alternative treats.
Vendors interested in participating should call 574-294-5418 and ask for Angie by Oct. 16.

Halloween Parade
2026-10-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come in costume for stories, games and activities before we walk around to collect candy.
