Elkhart Public Library

Adult Crafternoon - Canvas Embroidery
2023-07-17 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new crafting skills. This month we’re making a stretched canvas by painting, poking and embroidering.
Registration for this event opens June 1.

Family Fort Night
2023-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Make a fort and read stories. Bring family and friends to “camp” in your tent at the library. We will supply tables, chairs, tenting materials, books (of course), s’mores mix and more. Bring a flashlight and any of your own blankets, sheets, etc. Pajamas and stuffed animal are welcome!

Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
2023-07-13 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Tap into your creativity and make an acrylic painting. This program is great for ages 11 to 17.

Dog Man Book Party
2023-07-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy games and stories from the popular Dog Man series. Play Dog Man Bingo, find which character you are, enjoy snacks and you could win a Dog Man book.

Return to Camp Read-A-Lot for Littles
2023-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for stories and songs around a campfire, plus search for critters, going fishing and a camp snack.

Romance Readers Roundup
2023-07-11 18:00 - 19:00 | IN
Romance readers, hear the latest book releases and discuss what you are reading and what you’re looking forward to. Get on hold lists first and find your next favorite romance author or book.
We will meet virtually. Register below to receive the Zoom link.

Downsizing Your Treasures
2023-07-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Clear up the clutter and learn ways to decide what to keep and what to let go. To register call 574-533-0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Computer One-on-One
2023-07-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Call the Computer Center at 574.294.2847 or sign up in person to reserve 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help from our experts. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Time slots are listed below.
2:30, 3, 3:30 and 4 p.m.

Preschool Pirate Party
2023-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Put on your pirate gear and head to Dunlap. We’ll make sand art, decorate a pirate hat and even walk the plank.

Preschool Dance Party
2023-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Exercise those large motor skills, learn parts of the body and just have fun. We’ll dance with ribbons, Beanie Babies and scarves.

Dunlap Bookworms
2023-07-10 18:15 - 19:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join a book discussion at Dunlap on the first Monday, except holidays. For information on attending or getting a copy of the book, please contact Sue Eller at 574-875-3100.

Jan. 9 – “The Flight Attendant” by Chris Bohjalian

Feb. 6 – “Hidden Figures” by Margot Lee Shetterly

March 6 – “Little House in the Big Woods” by Laura Ingalls Wilder

April 3 – “Mystery of the Blue Train” by Agatha Christie

May 1 – “The Dressmakers of Auschwitz” by Lucy Adlington

June 5 – “The Fault in our Stars” by John Green

July 10 – “The Nickel Boys” by Colson Whitehead

Aug. 7 – “Rescued” by David Rosenfelt

Sept. 11 – “Educated” by Tara Westover

Oct. 2 – “The Night Gardener” by Jonathan Auxier

Nov. 6 – “Fascism” by Madeleline Albright

Dec. 4 – “Where Treetops Glisten” by Tricia Goyer, Cara Putman and Sarah Sundin

Cookies and Canvas Junior
2023-07-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Develop painting skills and create something beautiful together. Great for ages 5-10.

Readers Roundtable
2023-07-10 14:00 - 15:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Share your latest reads and recommendations from other avid readers at this casual, no-assigned-reading book club.

Turtles
2023-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Elkhart County Parks talk all about turtles. Learn about local varieties and more. Come dressed up like a favorite fictional turtle, if you choose and you could win a prize.

Readers Spin to Win
2023-07-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come into Osolo, show Miss Janell any three books you have read for the Summer Reading Challenge and spin the wheel to get a prize.

Triple-P: Teach Your Kids to Take Chores on
2023-07-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Conquer the challenge of chores with this one hour workshop from Triple-P. Attendees’ children are invited to participate in activitie sin the library during the session.
To register click this link.

Teen Library Lock In
2023-06-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Spend an evening playing games, making things and eating snacks. Wear comfy clothes and join us for a fun night at the library.

Theater Camp
2023-06-30 15:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Join our play and we’ll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.

Theater Camp
2023-06-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Registration for this event is closed.
Join our play and we’ll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.

Jazz Fest Afterparty: Empire Strikes Brass
2023-06-24 22:00 - 23:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Finish off your Saturday night downtown with thumping rhythm and lush horns. Empire Strikes Brass is based in Asheville, N.C., crafting their sound in the legendary Echo Mountain Recording Studio. This rock jam will have a Second Line quality to it – expect a hot and memorable night in the city!
This Jazz Fest Afterparty is a free show, with the band playing on the roof of Elkhart Public Library. Bring a camp chair, bring your dancing shoes. That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and cold beverages will be for sale in the parking lot.

Jazz Fest Preparty: Lalo Cura
2023-06-24 19:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Simply put, Lalo Cura rocks. This Goshen-based band officially describes themselves as Latin-Soul Fusion, and they will bring powerful rhythms to get you moving.
These Jazz Fest parties are free shows outside, with bands playing on the roof of Elkhart Public Library. Bring a camp chair, bring your dancing shoes. That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and cold beverages will be for sale in the parking lot.
And stick around for the free 10pm Saturday afterparty – Empire Strikes Brass.

Jazz Fest Afterparty: Bumpus
2023-06-23 22:00 - 23:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The funk is back. Chicago-based Bumpus has stayed true to its roots and is still “Fresh” – the band gets its inspiration from the sounds of that classic Sly and the Family Stone record. With deep bass, horns and organ, band members bring the energy of James Brown with the cool of Marvin Gaye. They’ve appeared on stage with Maceo Parker, The Roots, Dr. John, They Might Be Giants, and Hootie and the Blowfish.
This Jazz Fest Afterparty is a free show, with the band playing on the roof of Elkhart Public Library. Bring a camp chair, bring your dancing shoes. That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and cold beverages will be for sale in the parking lot.

Jazz Fest Preparty: Dylan Tolbert
2023-06-23 19:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dylan Tolbert is a talented multi-instrumentalist. It’s clear from first album, Tolbert Drive, the inspirations come from a love and appreciation of Stevie Wonder, U2, Marvin Gaye and Prince.
These Jazz Fest parties are free shows outside, with bands playing on the roof of Elkhart Public Library. Bring a camp chair, bring your dancing shoes. That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and cold beverages will be for sale in the parking lot.
And stick around for the free 10pm Friday afterparty featuring Bumpus.

Noche de Lotería
2023-06-22 16:30 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
La Sirena! La Luna! El Tambor! Come play Lotería, win prizes and munch on snacks.

Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
2023-06-22 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Bring out our creativity and create an acrylic painting. This program is great for ages 11-17.

Tween and Teen Mandalas
2023-06-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a circular mandala art out of nature items we find. Then we’ll make another mandala that you can eat out of food.

Tie-Dye or Galaxy Shoes
2023-06-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is currently full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Bring a pair of white canvas shoes and we’ll turn them into wearable tie-dye or galaxy creations.

Storytime with Miss Angie
2023-06-21 11:00 - 11:45 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Meet new friends and gain literacy and social skills through stories, songs, rhymes and more at the Cleveland Branch.

Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2023-06-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Elkhart Public Library meets the third Tuesday of each month to discuss library business. Learn more about the board and upcoming meeting here.
Note: November’s meeting will take place one week earlier due to Thanksgiving.

Teen DIY Stickers
2023-06-20 15:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create your own stickers for your water bottle, notebook, phone case or anything else.
