Elkhart Public Library

Homeschool LEGO Bots
2025-11-24 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work together in teams and use coding to make LEGO builds light up, play sounds or move. This program is best for ages 6 and up.
Registration for this program opens Oct. 1.

Tween and Teen Turkey Treats
2025-11-24 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make a variety of turkeys out of candy and cookies. Take them home for decoration, holiday favors or gobble them up.
Registration for this program opens Oct. 1.

Tweens and Teens Cookies and Canvas
2025-11-24 16:30 - 17:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn new painting and art techniques while creating a picture of your choosing or bring your own.
Registration for this program opens Oct. 1.

Teen Lock-In
2025-11-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Kick off Thanksgiving break by spending an evening playing games, making crafts and enjoying snacks. Wear comfy clothes and come hang out.

Christmas Card Stampin'
2025-12-01 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Design your own holiday cards with our stamps and materials. We’ll snack on cookies and cocoa while we create.

Pop-up Painting
2025-12-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-04 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri to create a unique and beautiful mosaic rock. The result is a great DIY gift or something to decorate your space.
This program is for ages 6 and up, including adults.

Teen Mario Kart
2025-12-09 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends for a friendly competition of Mario Kart on the Switch.

LEGO Bots
2025-12-10 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 Nov. 1.

Tween and Teens Cookies and Canvas
2025-12-11 16:30 - 17:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn new painting and art techniques while creating a picture of your choosing or bring your own.
Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.

Teen and Me: Ornament Painting
2025-12-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get creative together while making holiday decor at this special program for teens and adults. Make a personalized decoration or last-minute gift.
Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.

Winter Break Boredom Busters
2025-12-22, 2025-12-23, 2025-12-26, 2025-12-27, 2025-12-29, 2025-12-30, 2026-01-02, 2026-01-03 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie.
• Dec. 26 – The Smurfs (PG, 1:32)
• Jan. 2 – How to Train Your Dragon (PG, 2:05)

Teen Movie: "The Nightmare Before Christmas"
2025-12-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for popcorn and a free movie over winter break. We’re watching “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (PG, 1:16).

Homeschool LEGO Bots
2025-12-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work together in teams and use coding to make LEGO builds light up, play sounds or move. This program is best for ages 6 and up.
Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.

Teen Movie: "Thunderbolts"
2025-12-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for popcorn and a free movie over winter break. Today we’re watching “Thunderbolts” (PG-13, 2:07).

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.

LEGO Bots
2026-01-14 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 Dec. 1.

KPop Demon Hunters Party
2026-01-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Stay golden, Huntrix girls! Enjoy snacks, activities, sing-alongs, and learn a dance with other fans of the popular movie.

Kids Art Workshop
2026-01-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Learn about a famous artist and their signature technique. Then, put into practice while making your own masterpiece.

Tween and Teen Cookies and Canvas
2026-01-19 16:30 - 17:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn new painting and art techniques while creating a picture of your choosing or bring your own.
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Teen Mario Wonder
2026-01-20 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends to hangout and play Super Mario Wonder on the Switch.

Practice SAT Test
2026-01-24 09:30 - 12:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Before you take the real thing, get a free practice test with Sylvan Learning Center. Bring your own calculator or borrow one of ours.
Registration for this event opens Dec. 1.

Winter Blast!
2026-01-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate snow, cold and winter fun inside with games, stories, prizes and more. Plus, we’ll have an indoor snowball fight.
