Battle of the Books
Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United StatesA quiz-bowl-style reading competition for fifth and sixth graders from participating local schools to instill reading for fun. Who will take home the trophy?
A quiz-bowl-style reading competition for fifth and sixth graders from participating local schools to instill reading for fun. Who will take home the trophy?
A plant hobby doesn’t have to be expensive. Join other green thumbs to swap cutting and add new members to your family. Bring a plant to trim and propagate or take one of ours. Pots and dirt available while supplies last.
Enjoy free popcorn and soft drinks while we watch PBS documentaries. A group discussion will follow each screening. April – We Want the Funk - With special guest speaker Darryl Buchanan May – Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer’s June – Free for All
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. […]
On the 60th anniversary of the tragic and destructive Palm Sunday Tornadoes, join author Janis Thornton to discuss her book about the tornadoes. Her book, "The 1965 Palm Sunday Tornadoes in Indiana" is a detailed and well-researched book about the largest natural disaster in Indiana history.
Music, stories and games before a shared egg hunt with something for everyone to take home (regardless of how many eggs you find).
Try new recipes with others and find new cookbooks. This combination book discussion and potluck dinner will have everyone bring a dish around the theme to share. April's theme is international cuisine.
Everyone goes home with a gift bag after our age-grouped egg hunt. Watch our Facebook page for more information.
Summertime in Downtown Elkhart is near! Join the Young Professionals for live music from Buddy Pearson as a preview of Elkhart Public Library’s Curbside Concerts. Light appetizers and beverages will be available as you expand your network and learn more about the library. Weather permitting, tours including a view from the rooftop concert stage may […]