Elkhart Public Library

Books and Boots
2024-01-05 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Ox Bow County Park, 23427 C.R. 45, Goshen, IN, 46528, United States
Miss Debbie and a naturalist from Elkhart County Parks host a book discussion aimed at children ages 8-12, but the whole family is welcome. This time we’re discussing “The Wild Robot Protects.” The discussion will be followed by an activity led by the naturalist. We might even sled. In case of inclement weather, meet at Dunlap Branch.

Movie and Popcorn: Elemental
2024-01-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a showing of “Elemental.” The movie is rated PG and 1 hour, 41 minutes.

Winter Fun Fest
2024-01-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Winter-theme games, snow stories and more to celebrate the wintery cold.

Rubble and Crew Preschool Party
2024-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Build projects with blocks just like Rubble and Crew in Builder’s Cover. Plus stories and more.

Pictionary Game Night
2024-01-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy a family game night at Osolo. Laugh and have fun trying to guess what your team is drawing.

Everything Hearts and Chocolate
2024-02-09 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Nothing goes together at Valentine’s Day like hearts and chocolate. Enjoy both with stories, activities and yes, chocolate to eat!

Homeschool Mini Canvas Acrylic Painting
2024-02-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Find out what kind of art can you make using a canvas that is less than 5 square inches.

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Preschool Party
2024-02-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Hot dog! We’re hosting a bunch of fun activities themed around Mickey and friends.

REAL Talk: Reflections of a Heart Attack Survivor
2024-02-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
REAL Services and Elkhart Public Library present “Real Talk,” a series of educational programs for adults.
Mia Albert is a Hospice Care Consultant for Heartland Hospice. She’s a registered nurse with 15 years of experience, and a heart attack survivor.
As someone living with premature heart disease, Mia is passionate about educating others on the risks they may also be living with, how they can care for their own heart health, and also how they can advocate for themselves within the healthcare system.
This cookies and coffee talk will last about 45 minutes, with time set aside for Q&A. Click here to register at the REAL Services site.
These events at EPL will take place at 11 a.m. the fourth Tuesday of every other month, February through December.

Dr. Seuss Day
2024-03-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Enjoy Seuss-related activities based around your favorite books and characters to celebrate the author’s 120th birthday and National Read Across America Day.

Dr. Seuss Preschool Party
2024-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dr. Seuss’s numerous books and characters turn into fun activities.

Magical Tea Party
2024-03-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Treats, tea and hot chocolate will be served at this magic tea time. Come in costume if you choose and enjoy activities and stories, too.

Battle of the Books
2024-03-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The reading competition for fifth and sixth graders is back for participating schools.

Easter Egg Hunt for Littles
2024-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
First, music, stories and games, then a shared egg hunt with something for everyone to take home (regardless of how many eggs you find).

Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your basket to collect the eggs hidden throughout the library, but everyone will take home a treat bag, whether you find eggs or not. Before the hunt, enjoy a magic show from magician Steve Vaught.

Bluey Party
2024-04-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Help us find Bluey when she is lost in the library. Plus stories and activities.

Little Artists
2024-04-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Pick from several choices of art projects to make and materials to work with. Great for toddlers and older siblings.

Cleveland Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
2024-04-08 13:30 - 16:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
The solar eclipse will be near-total in our area. Bring a chair or blanket and we’ll hand out viewing glasses at 1:30 p.m. while supplies last. The eclipse starts at 1:50 p.m., peaks at 3:09 p.m. and completes at 4:25 p.m.

Dunlap Eclipse Viewing Party
2024-04-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Pick up a pair of eclipse glasses and enjoy snacks and more during the near-total solar eclipse. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on. Enter our raffle for a chance to win a book or a LEGO set. The eclipse peaks at 3:09 p.m.

Trolls Preschool Pajama Party
2024-04-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dance and sing along with music from the Trolls movies. Activities and stories add to the fun.

Teen Job Fair
2024-04-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Your parents want you to get a job. Meet local companies looking for help and find that job.

Prop Swap
2024-04-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Plants don’t have to be expensive. Bring a plant that’s ready for propagation or use our available dirt and pots to take a prop from one of ours. Plus, meet other green thumbs and share tips. Dirt and other materials are available while supplies last.

Día de los Niños y Libros
2024-04-30 17:00 - 19:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Games, stories, and more to celebrate kids!
Participa en juegos, haz una manualidad o escucha cuentos y canciones en español, y celebra un día para los niños: ¡cada niño se irá con un premio!

Celebrate El Día de los Niños
2024-05-03 15:30 - 17:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
El Día de los Niños is a holiday celebration for children with games, prizes, free books, snacks and more.

Black Like Me with Indiana Black Expo
2024-05-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Elkhart Chapter of the Indiana Black Expo highlights the accomplishments of area African-Americans outside of the sports world. Panelists featured include mayor Rod Roberson, Rodney Dale, Levon Johnson, Emily Arnold and more.

Curbside Concerts: Paul Decker and the Remnants
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Paul Decker and the Remnants on the rooftop stage for the first time!

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

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.

Curbside Concerts: Jake Miller and the Midwest Heat
2024-05-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Jake Miller comes back to the rooftop stage, this time with his new country-rock band, the Midwest Heat.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

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.

Tie-Dye T-Shirts
2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Stop by Cleveland and make a tie-dye t-shirt for Summer Reading. Shirts and supplies available while they last. Rain out date is Thursday, May 23 at 3 p.m.

Curbside Concerts: Society's Child
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Michiana’s hardest-working rock band, Society’s Child, is coming back to the rooftop stage.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair – ’80s shades, long hair, and band shirts with skulls optional.

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.

Reptiles and Amphibians
2024-05-29 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
An Elkhart County Parks Department expert is bringing live critters for us to see up close. Learn about snakes, frogs and turtles that live right here in our area.
