Butterflies
2025-07-01 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
With help from Elkhart County Parks Department, learn about the butterflies raised right here at the Dunlap Branch.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Blast
2025-07-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends for all kinds of games based on Diary of a Wimpy Kid. We have prizes for winners. Dress for a mess.

Curbside Concerts: Nine2K
2025-07-03 19:00 - 21:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
As we first reported last fall … Nine2K is everything you want in a ’90s and alt rock band. We couldn’t wait to bring back this collab featuring members of High Gravity and Ultrafab.

Curbside Concerts are free and outdoors. Bands play on the rooftop stage, people watch from the parking lots below. Come hungry for the food, come thirsty for the beverages. Come smiling and we’ll protect that ready-for-the-weekend mood.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Loupa’s Chicken will be cooking, and Tropicana will have your sweet treats. More details here.

Music moves indoors in bad weather.

Second Annual Cupcake War
2025-07-08 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Test your decorating skills and creativity by decorating a cupcake with a variety of available ingredients. Plus, you’ll get to snack on the creations.

Buzzing World of Bugs
2025-07-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Get hands-on and meet live critters while learning about their unique life cycles and variety.
Investigue los insectos en acción y descubra su asombrosa diversidad y cicios vitales mediante actividades prácticas y encuentros cercanos con especies locales vivas.

Ox Bow Books and Boots
2025-07-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Miss Debbie from the Dunlap Branch and Miss Krista, an interpretive naturalist manager with the Elkhart County Parks, lead this book discussion at Ox Bow County Park’s Cottonwood Shelter. Books and Boots is for the whole family, but specifically geared to ages 8-12. Dress for the weather. In April, this club moves to second Fridays.

April 11 – “Better Together (Heartwood Hotel)” by Kallie George
May 9 – “The Sign of the Beaver” by Elizabeth George Speare
June 13 – “Rascal” by Sterling North
July 11 – “Home Again (Heartwood Hotel)” by Kallie George

Summer Reading Prize Party
2025-07-17 15:00 - 18:00 | IN
Join us at McNaughton Park to celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge presented by Ranger Distribution and Froggy 102.7.
We’ll have games, food, bounce houses and announce the prize winners at 5:30 p.m.
Don’t miss the party of the summer.

Stories and Songs
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Songwriters and libraries have one thing in common — too many stories to tell. Experience the music of the area’s best creative talents and their friends in a new way. Different musicians every week. Beverages will be available for purchase, no cover charge.
This event is designated Well Crafted by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and is supported by Pillars of Elkhart.
July 18 – Nekeisha Alayna Alexis
July 25 -Julia James
Aug. 1 – Abbie Thomas
Aug. 8 – Rafael Chávez y Moreno
Oct. 3 – Nate and Amber Butler
Nov. 7 – TBA

What to Watchlist
2025-07-31 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-28 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Share the latest on your favorite TV shows and movies. Discuss fan theories and hidden gems. Plus, we’ll watch trailers for what’s coming up.

Lotería Back to School Edition
2025-08-07 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
This special lotería night gets you ready to return to the classroom with school supply prizes and drawings for a backpack. Plus, free snacks while we play. The Friends of the Elkhart Public Library supports this program.
Únase a nosotros en la Biblioteca Pierre Moran para un evento especial de lotería. Premios inclurián útiles escolares, y habrá sorteos de mochilas durante el juego. Distrute de deliciosos aperitivos mientras juega.

Stories and Songs
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Songwriters and libraries have one thing in common — too many stories to tell. Experience the music of the area’s best creative talents and their friends in a new way. Different musicians every week. Beverages will be available for purchase, no cover charge.
This event is designated Well Crafted by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and is supported by Pillars of Elkhart.
July 18 – Nekeisha Alayna Alexis
July 25 -Julia James
Aug. 1 – Abbie Thomas
Aug. 8 – Rafael Chávez y Moreno
Oct. 3 – Nate and Amber Butler

Curbside Concerts: Abbie Thomas and the Crazy Hearts
2025-08-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Abbie Thomas returns to the roof to kick off the fall season of Curbside Concerts on Aug. 29.
Abbie is a two-time independent music Artist of the Year. Her music is sometimes soul, sometimes bluesy rock, and always delivered from the heart with a vibe reminiscent of the great ’70s songwriters.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Curbside Concerts: JAGALCHI
2025-09-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
On tour supporting their newest album, JAGALCHI returns to the Curbside Concerts roof on Sept. 5.
The self-proclaimed “Midwest Post Big-Band” project has strong Goshen roots. “You Will Know True Loss” is the band’s latest effort, following up on last year’s successful “Now There Are Only Stories.”
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

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.

Fiesta at the Mercado: Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off
2025-09-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with food trucks, vendors and activities for the whole family.

Curbside Concerts: Tumbleweed Jumpers
2025-09-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Tumbleweed Jumpers are making Curbside Concerts a stop on their comeback tour.
Everybody’s favorite feel-good band delivers funky Americana with a fabulous horn section, a sweet mandolin, an organ, some guitars … really every instrument ever invented, probably played by every musician Goshen has ever produced. Gonna be crowded up there on stage – don’t miss it.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Curbside Concerts: Jake Miller and the Midwest Heat
2025-09-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Jake Miller and his guys play the two best types of music: country and western. The Midwest Heat wraps up the 2025 season of Curbside Concerts on Sept. 19.
Graduates of Kansas Bible Co., Jake and friends are familiar to stages around Michiana. Just like his past rooftop performances, his supporting cast is exceptional – you never know who might sit in for a song or three.
Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase – That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, bring your ready-for-the-weekend mood.
The “Well Crafted” events have the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Check out MyEPL.org/curbside for all the series info.

Sonic the Hedgehog Back to School Party
2025-09-22 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for Sonic-themed fun games, food and more.

Manhattan SHORT Film Festival
2025-09-26 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-09-27 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-01 19:00 - 22:30, 2025-10-03 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-04 15:00 - 18:30 | IN
You get to be the judge at this short film festival. Watch 10 movies from around the world and vote for a favorite. Movies are unrated but intended for an adult audience. Click here to find out more about each of the films.
Friday, Sept. 26 – Dunlap, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 27 – Downtown, 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 1 – Pierre Moran, 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 3 – Osolo, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 4 – Cleveland, 3 p.m.

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.

Stories and Songs
2025-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Songwriters and libraries have one thing in common — too many stories to tell. Experience the music of the area’s best creative talents and their friends in a new way. Beverages will be available for purchase, no cover charge.
This event is Well Crafted with the support of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and is supported by Pillars of Elkhart.
Oct. 3 – Nate and Amber Butler (“Shiny Shiny Black”) with Mike Vial and Noraa Hazlett
Nov. 6 – Eli Kahn (“After Ours”) hosting with three local guests:
Nov. 7 – Jim Van Dyck (“The Hatchbacks”) hosting, joined by Devin Vargo, Nick Wort and Landon Grwinski

Tons of Trucks
2025-10-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get up close with the trucks kids love. Big trucks take over the library parking lot and you can ask drivers questions and sit in their rigs.
