Elkhart Public Library

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-17 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-26 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | IN
Kristen Edson, EPL’s Executive Director, will answer questions and take your ideas about our public library. These events give you a chance to talk casually with Kristen, who came to Elkhart in the fall of 2025.

Morning Meetup with Council on Aging
2026-02-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
EPL and Council on Aging are teaming up to co-host activities and engaging conversations for the community. Learn fun, new things and socialize with others. Email Audrey Rush at arush@elkhartcoa.org to register or for more information.
April 21 – Painting with Linda Pieri

RESCHEDULED: FAFSA Night
2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Don’t let FAFSA applications intimidate you. Get help filling out the forms from experts at IUSB. Bring a laptop or borrow ours.
At the same time, check out the Scholarship Night program and learn about opportunites.

Scholarship Night
2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
An expert from the Community Foundation of Elkhart County will share about their universal application process and the many scholarship opportunities for students.

Homework Help - Dunlap
2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring all the materials you need for your assignment and get one-on-one help from National Honor Society students on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are available only on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-02-17 17:30 - 18:30 | 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.

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-02-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative. This month, we’re making diamond art.

Homework Help - Pierre Moran
2026-02-18 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-25 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

Homework Help - Osolo
2026-02-19 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Throwback Theatre: Shrek
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for a classic family movie and free popcorn. We’re watching Shrek (PG, 1:29).

Pollination Talk
2026-02-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn all about pollination and keeping local bees healthy and thriving during this program led by a Master Gardener.
Registration for this program starts Jan. 6.

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-02-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making a spring canvas wall art.
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Preschool Play-Doh Party
2026-02-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get creative at our stations of Play-Doh fun and take home your creation.

Passport to Possibility
2026-02-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Celebrate Black excellence during Black History Month by learning about historic figures like Maya Angelou, Michael Jordan and more through interactive stations and pick a prize for completing all stations.

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-21 13:30 - 14:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States

MHAM Journey of the Mind Through Visual Artistic Expression
2026-02-21 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join Mental Health Awareness of Michiana for their second annual art exhibit featuring local artists. This powerful night features artists speaking about their work.
Please visit MHAM’s website for ticket information.

Mental Health Awareness of Michiana Art Exhibit
2026-02-23, 2026-03-02 | IN
MHAM hosts their annual Journey of the Mind Through Visual Artistic Expression exhibit in the downtown atrium through Wednesday, March 11. Read more about the art exhibition here.

LEGO Challenge
2026-02-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
See what you will create with your monthly challenge and vote for your favorite build.

Friendship Bracelets for Teens
2026-02-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come make a beaded bracelet for you and your bestie. Enjoy snacks while you work.

Homework Help - Downtown
2026-02-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring all the materials you need for your assignment and get one-on-one help from National Honor Society students on a first-come, first-served basis. Help is only available on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Homework Help - Cleveland
2026-02-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States

Teen DIY Boot Charms
2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your boots as unique as you are with personalized charms.

Sit & Stitch
2026-02-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn basic crocheting skills with our simple project or bring your own current work.
Registration for this program opens Jan. 6.

Unicorn Party
2026-02-26 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Stories, games and activities celebrating unicorns.
