Preschool Party: Gabby's Dollhouse
2023-02-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
In a favorite episode, Gabby and her kitties are shrunk down and must put together a special formula. Help find the hidden ingredients and put together the formula.

Games to Eat for Tweens and Teens
2023-02-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring an appetite for games and food and we’ll play games that end with you getting to eat.

Mythical Magical Tea Party
2023-03-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dress up as a mythical character like a fairy, leprechaun, mermaid or dragon, if you choose and enjoy tea, hot chocolate or a treat. Make a magical box and play games.

Severe Weather Safety
2023-03-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Learn about the severe weather we get in Northern Indiana, how to stay safe and the role of the National Weather Service from meteorologist Rachel Cobb.

Battle of the Books
2023-03-25 10:00 - 12:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The competition returns as seven teams from local schools go for the win in this fun book-reading contest.

Frog and Toad: A Special Event
2023-04-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join the fun for a two-hour event with members of the Elkhart Civic Theater cast of “A Year with Frog and Toad.” The cast will sing songs from the musical and read stories. Everyone can enjoy activities, refreshments and more.

Easter Party for Littles
2023-04-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Games, stories, music and an egg hunt for preschoolers.

Spring Break Story Break
2023-04-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Take a break from spring break with Elephant, Piggie and Miss Janell. Enjoy the Elephant and Piggie stories from Mo Willems, create Elephant and Piggie masks and act like them. Keep an eye out for Pigeon, too.

Easter Egg Hunt Party
2023-04-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy stories and some surprises before hunting for eggs. Bring a basket or bag to collect them or we’ll have some available, too. Kids get a goodie bag regardless of how many eggs they find.

Songs in the Stacks: Horn and Harp
2023-04-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Elkhart County Symphony’s Anna Hagen and Deb Inglefield will share special selections at this concert event.

Preschool Party: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
2023-04-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
What happens if you give a mouse a cookie? Who knows what else he’ll want to go with it. We’ll enjoy a few of the famous mouse stories and make art, enjoy games and have fun with mice and cookies.

Dia del Niño
2023-04-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
¡Celebra el Día del Niño con juegos, premios, pintacaras, piñatas y mucho más en la Sucursal Pierre Moran!
Celebrating the Mexican holiday Dia del Niño with face painting, lotería, free books, games and more.

Noche de Lotería
2023-05-11 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.
Disfruta de un tentempié y de la Lotería con otras familias de 4:30pm a 6:00pm el jueves 11 de Mayo en Pierre Moran.

Curbside Concerts: Shiny Shiny Black wsg Anna p.s.
2023-05-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we’re all about reunions. Shiny Shiny Black brings a roots rock vibe to the rooftop stage. Special guest Anna p.s. was a founding member of SSB, but she’s been on a successful journey as a solo artist for nearly a decade.

These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beer/wine/pop/water will be for sale in the library parking lot. Bring a camp chair! Get all the series details at MyEPL.org/curbside.
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FAFSA Registration
2023-05-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Signing up for FASFA can be intimidating but IUSB’s Financial Aid Office is here to make it easier. Bring your laptop or borrow one of ours.

Curbside Concerts: Kansas Bible Co.
2023-05-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we’re all about reunions. And no show will be bigger than Kansas Bible Co. This Goshen-to-Nashville rock band has covered a lot of ground in 15 years, but they haven’t done a lot of gigs since the pandemic.

These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beer/wine/pop/water will be for sale in the library parking lot. Bring a camp chair! Get all the series details at MyEPL.org/curbside.

EPL Branches: Fun in the Sun
2023-05-25 15:00 - 16:30 | IN
Branches are hosting summer fun. Same party, different place. Choose a date and branch to visit or come to them all. We’ll have summer fun including water balloons, noodle games, snacks and prizes.
July 18 – Dunlap

Curbside Concerts: Society's Child
2023-05-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we’re all about reunions. Society’s Child is a high-octane band that reunited in 2022 after a 30-year break. Expect some KISS, some Ozzy, and maybe some originals, too.

These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beer/wine/pop/water will be for sale in the library parking lot. Bring a camp chair! Get all the series details at MyEPL.org/curbside.

Curbside Concerts: Joe Baughman and the Righteous Few
2023-06-02 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we’re all about reunions. But this might be the band you haven’t heard before … and we promise you will want to see them again and again. JB+RF is a folk rock ensemble with takes on the daily Middle American existence and personal sadsackery.

These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. Hotdogeddy’s and beer/wine/pop/water will be for sale in the library parking lot. Bring a camp chair! Get all the series details at MyEPL.org/curbside.

Preschool Drive-in Movie
2023-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Use your creativity to make a car from a cardboard box. Then settle in for some short movies to entertain your preschooler.

Curbside Concerts: High Gravity
2023-06-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we’re all about reunions. High Gravity keeps their streak of playing our roof – rock from the ’70s to today, maybe even a little Rage Against The Machine if you’re good.

These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. Las Patronas food truck and beer/wine/pop/water will be for sale in the library parking lot. Bring a camp chair! Get all the series details at MyEPL.org/curbside.

Roz Puppets
2023-06-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join the fun as Roz Puppets performs “The Frog Prince,” the funny story of a frog looking for adventure outside of his swamp.

Curbside Concerts: Gretchen's Revenge
2023-06-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we’re all about reunions. Gretchen’s Revenge was The Band to See in Michiana until they took a break to be adults. This group puts its own take on great songs from Coldplay to Cheap Trick, Fleetwood Mac to Alanis Morissette.

These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. Hotdogeddy’s and beer/wine/pop/water will be for sale in the library parking lot. Bring a camp chair! Get all the series details at MyEPL.org/curbside.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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!

Return to Camp Read-A-Lot
2023-07-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Return to Camp Read-A-Lot for another round of stories and songs around the campfire, arts and crafts and tents to build and read inside.
