Elkhart Public Library

Teen Cemeterriums
2025-10-21 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring the spooky vibes to a terrarium with an unearthly feel.

Homework Help - Dunlap
2025-10-21 16:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-28 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.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-10-21 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.

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda at Pierre Moran
2025-10-22, 2025-10-27, 2025-10-29 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Visit Pierre Moran throughout October to add a picture or special item to our ofrenda for a departed loved one. Or just write the name of your loved one to add.

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda Downtown
2025-10-22, 2025-10-29 | IN
For Día de los Muertos we’re hosting a traditional ofrenda (altar). Remember loved ones who have passed by leaving a note, memory or small offering like a photo, flower or memento.

Storytime at Cleveland
2025-10-22 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-10-29 09:30 - 10:15 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join us for as we build social and motor skills with stories, song and a craft. Two sessions are offered for more families.

Storytime at Cleveland
2025-10-22 11:00 - 11:45, 2025-10-29 11:00 - 11:45 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Gain social and literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes while making new friends and more at the Cleveland Branch.

Día de los Muertos Sugar Skull Planter Pot
2025-10-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Dia de los Muertos celebrates life and death without fear. Paint a sugar skull (calaveras) on a planter pot and learn more about the traditions and history of the Latin American celebration.
Registration for this program opens Sept. 1.

Homework Help - Pierre Moran
2025-10-22 16:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-29 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

Mosaic Rock Painting
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri to create a mosaic using painted rocks. This program is best for kids ages 6 to 12.
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Popcorn and a Movie: "Lilo and Stitch"
2025-10-23 13:30 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a showing of the 2025 “Lilo and Stitch” (rated PG, 1h48m).

Cobus Creek Books and Boots
2025-10-24 13:30 - 15:00 | Cobus Creek County Park, 30680 C.R. 8, Osceola, IN, 46561, United States
Mr. Courtney from Bonneyville Mills leads a book discussion and nature activity at Cobus Creek Shelter. The book is geared for kids ages 8 to 12 but the whole family is welcome. We’ll be discussing “Wishtree” by Katherine Applegate.

Into the Spiral: Exploring Junji Ito's World
2025-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Junji Ito is famous for creepy horror manga and creepy illustrations. Come in your best cosplay for the costume contest, make a craft and enjoy snacks. Plus, enter our Ito-inspired art contest. Entries can be dropped off Sept. 10 to Oct. 15. Winners will be announced at the event.

Homeschool LEGO Bots
2025-10-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring LEGO creations to life with movement, sounds or lights by working with a team and using coding. This program is great for kids ages six and up.
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Frankentoys for Teens
2025-10-28 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Become a mad scientist by taking apart recycled toys and creating new things.

Trunk-or-Treat at Pierre Moran
2025-10-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Drop in for a free, fun afternoon of trick-or-treating in a family-friendly and safe environment. Wear a costume and pick out candy. Plus, face-painting, games, crafts and snacks.
If you’re interested in participating in the festivities, call Angie at 574-294-6418 by Oct. 17. Prepare for 200 participants. You should have pre-wrapped candy or alternative treats (such as small toys) and no vehicles larger than a pickup truck or van.
The Friends of the Elkhart Public Library support this program.

Spooky Movie Marathon
2025-10-30 09:00 - 21:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Join us for family-friendly spooky horror movies with free popcorn and drinks. Vote for what we watch from the following:
Hotel Translyvania
Halloweentown
Hocus Pocus
Ghostbusters
Monster House
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Scooby-Doo
Casper
Addams Family Values
Goosebumps
After 7 p.m. we’ll switch to R-rated options:
Final Destination (2025)
Pet Sematary (1989)
Scream (1996)

Homework Help - Osolo
2025-10-30 16:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

What to Watchlist
2025-10-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Share the latest on your favorite TV shows and movies. Discuss fan theories and hidden gems. Plus, we’ll watch trailers for what’s coming up.

Canceled - Tu Llave de la Biblioteca
2025-10-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
¿Sabías que tu tarjeta de la biblioteca sirve para mucho más que sacar libros? Te invitamos a una serie divertida donde exploraremos juntos todos los servicios digitales y recursos gratuitos disponibles para ti. Puedes traer tu propio dispositivo o pedir prestado uno de los nuestros. ¡No se necesita experiencia!
Oct. 16 & 30 : Cómo conseguir entradas gratis para el zoo y museos con tu targjeta
Nov. 6 & 13: Servicios de streaming y peliculas gratis
Dec. 4 & 18: Clases de inglés gratis en linea
Jan. 8 & 22: Exámenes de práctica gratis del BMV (incluye CDL y motocicleta)

Halloween Parade
2025-10-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come in costume for stories and games before we walk around the library to collect candy.

Scooby Doo Halloween Party
2025-10-31 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come in your costume for games and treats. Plus, we’ll have a costume contest with a prize for the winner.

Holiday Card Drive for Seniors
2025-11-01 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Spread holiday cheer by creating a card for local senior care centers. Make a card at Pierre Moran with available materials or drop it off by Dec. 19. We’ll deliver them to local care centers.
¡Comparte la alegria navideña haciendo tarjetas hechas a mano para los centros locales de atención a personas mayores!
Haz una tarjeta en la sucursal Pierre Moran a partir del 1 de noviembre. O hazia en casa y entrégala antes del 19 de diciembre.
