Picnic in the Park Storytime
2024-08-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Cobus Creek County Park, 30680 C.R. 8, Osceola, IN, 46561, United States
Bring your lunch to Cobus Creek County Park for an all-ages Storytime with Miss Rhonda.

Cookie Monster Preschool Party
2024-08-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Sesame Street brought to you by the letter C and the number 5 with Cookie Monster as the star.

Mercado
2024-08-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Explore nuestro mercado, donde los vendedores latinos locales muestran su artesanía, comida y cultura. Desde tesoros hechos a mano hasta deliciosa comida , sumérgete en el vibrante tapiz de nuestra comunidad.

Curbside Concerts: JR Clark Band
2024-08-30 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
JR Clark brings the blues as we kickoff the fall Curbside Concerts series.

Backed by a horn section that’s been on tour with the Ohio Players, this talented roster also features the legendary Johnny B Gayden on bass. Johnny B was a long-time player with Albert Collins and played on The Ice Man’s Grammy-winning “Showdown!” with Robert Cray and Johnny Copeland.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale. Bring a camp chair or blanket.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Dedication of Emma Barrett Molloy Historical Marker
2024-09-04 11:00 - 11:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Elkhart County Historical Museum and Elkhart Public Library invite the community to celebrate the life’s work of Emma Barrett Molloy. The 19th century advocate for women’s rights has been honored with a State Historical Marker in front of the downtown library on High Street.
This event is free and open to all.
Molloy became the first female newspaper editor locally when she took on the role for the Elkhart Observer, 1872-76. The journalist later became an evangelist promoting temperance and prohibition of alcohol, as well as voting rights and equality for women.

Curbside Concerts: Los Ortega
2024-09-06 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
¡Bailamos! Los Ortega is coming back to the rooftop stage as Curbside Concerts rolls on Sept. 6. Expect high-energy regional Mexican music from these outstanding players.

Friday shows at Elkhart Public Library are free – bring a blanket or a camp chair and enjoy the best local music played on the best roof in town. Beverages and That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be for sale.

These events are “Well Crafted,” thanks to our friends at VisitElkhartCounty.com.

Nature's Best Hope: A Book Discussion
2024-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 Lusher Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
You can do your part to help pollinators thrive on native plants in your own yard. Elkhart Public Library, the Elkhart Environmental Center and Wild Ones South Bend are celebrating renowned educator Doug Tallamy’s visit to Notre Dame with this special book talk. Copies of Tallamy’s signature work, Nature’s Best Hope, will be available for pick up at the downtown library while supplies last. Whether you’ve read the book or just have interest in local ecology and biodiversity, you’ll enjoy this talk at the EEC Pavilion, 1717 E. Lusher Ave. Then, Tallamy will be appearing Sept. 15 on Notre Dame campus – more information about that event will be released by the ND Environmental Change Intiative.

App-y Hour in the Atrium
2024-09-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Drop in and learn about library resources. We can even sign you up for a library card if you don’t have one. Sept. 12 – Apps for readers Sept. 19 – Apps for learning Sept. 26 – Apps for kids

Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
2024-09-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Quite Frank Lee returns to the roof as the fall series of Curbside Concerts rolls on.

Mixing originals with oldies, this local band features Anna Naragon and Scott Vaerewyck on vocals, Rob Booker on bass, Kyle Paulk on lead guitar, and Tony Leininger on drums.

Bring a blanket or a camp chair and enjoy the best local music played on the best roof in town. Beverages, That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream will be available for purchase.

These events are “Well Crafted,” thanks to our friends at VisitElkhartCounty.com.

Rubble and Crew Preschool Party
2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create your own Builder’s Cove using our blocks just like Rubble and his family. Plus we’ll have stories and more activities.

Fire Safety with Elkhart Fire Department
2024-10-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
For National Fire Safety month we’re having Elkhart Fire Department come out with one of their trucks to give us an up close look at staying safe from fire and what firefighters do.

Building Up Our Youth community conversation
2024-10-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Vop Osili, an renowned Indianapolis architect, will lead this event. It’s the latest in a series of community conversations hosted by the Elkhart Chapter of Indiana Black Expo. All ages are invited to become inspired.

Taylor Swift The Eras Tour (EPL's Version)
2024-10-25 15:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Swifties of all ages can make bracelets, listen to her music, karaoke, and more as we enter our Swiftie Era.

Haunted Elkhart County
2024-10-29 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Mark Doddington, the local author of “Haunted Elkhart County” discusses his ghost-hunting experiences at locations around the area.

Trunk-or-Treat at Pierre Moran
2024-10-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
From 4 to 6 p.m. enjoy family-friendly trick-or-treating in a safe environment. The event is free and open to all.
If you’d like to register a vehicle to give out candy or small toys or trinkets, please call Angie at the Pierre Moran Branch at 574.294.6418.

Halloween Parade
2024-10-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Preschoolers can come in their costumes for stories, rhymes and games. We finish with a walk around the building to collect candy.

Harry Potter Halloween Hoopla
2024-10-31 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join our Halloween party of fun with a Harry Potter theme! Play games, get candy, enter our costume contest and more.

Día de los Muertos
2024-11-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate and learn about Día de los Muertos with facepainting, crafts, cocoa and pan de muertos.

Meet the Cast
2024-11-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Live theater comes to Dunlap Branch. Cast members from Concord High’s fall show “A Wrinkle in Time” perform a scene from the show, plus answer questions about theater and performing. Support local students, learn about performing and enter to win tickets to the show at this program for the whole family.

Dragons Love Tacos Preschool Party
2024-11-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Don’t give a dragon salsa with their taco! Read the story and enjoy activities based on the book.

Noche de Lotería
2024-11-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Play lotería, a traditional Mexican bingo-like game that’s easy to learn and fun to play. Plus, we’ll have prizes and snacks. Practice your Spanish while having fun.
Diviértete y juega a la lotería, come deliciosos aperitivos y gana premios!

Crazy for Slime
2024-11-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn to make a few different kinds of slime, from fluffy to floam!

Bedtime Stories: Hibernation
2024-11-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn about how bears hibernate with stories, music and activities at this special Storytime for the whole family.

Turkey Time
2024-11-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate turkeys with stories, songs and crafts all involving our favorite seasonal bird.

Kids Christmas Card Stamping
2024-12-02 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy cocoa and cookies while designing your own holiday cards using our stamps and materials.

Family Ornament Workshop
2024-12-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Enjoy a time for family crafting with live holiday music, cocoa and cookies.

Winterfest at the Library
2024-12-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come by during WinterFest for a photo with the Grinch and to make an RV Santa.
Elkhart City Parks and Recreation Department hosts Santa for photos from 1:15 to 3 p.m.

Christmas Party with Santa and Mrs. Claus
2024-12-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Free pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Plus, enjoy cocoa, stories, games and more. Free gift of a book for kids while supplies last.
