Elkhart Public Library

Passport to Possibility
2026-02-21 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-17 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-02-11 09:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Homework Help - Osolo
2026-02-19 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-12 16:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol 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. Sessions are available only on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Homework Help - Pierre Moran
2026-02-18 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-11 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

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.

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.

Homework Help - Dunlap
2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-10 16:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

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.

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.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-02-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Meet others and get creative while we make a new project each month.
Feb. 16 – Recycled book flower vase
March 16 – Baby jar candles
April 20 – Flour sack stenciling
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Fun Family Movie: Freakier Friday
2026-02-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us on President’s Day for free popcorn while we watch “Freakier Friday” (2025, PG, 1:51).

Monday Movie: Bad Guys & Bad Guys 2
2026-02-16 14:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a double-feature. We’re showing Bad Guys (PG, 1:40) and Bad Guys 2 (PG, 1:44).

Homeschool LEGO Bots
2026-02-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work as a team to bring LEGO creations to life by coding it to light up, play sounds or move. This program is geared for kids ages 6 and up.
Registration for this program starts Jan. 1.

Tiny Art Show
2026-02-16 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Pick up a tiny art kit starting February 2 and return your artwork by February 21. The artworks will be displayed beginning February 25 for voting.

Friday Night Bingo
2026-02-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Bring the family for a fun night of Hallmark movie troupe bingo. Win snacks and small prizes.
Registration for this program starts Jan. 1.

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

Noche de Lotería
2026-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Play the Mexican bingo-like game that’s easy to learn and fast to play. Practice Spanish words while winning prizes and eating snacks.
Divértete y juega a la lotería, come deliciosos aperitivos y gana permios!

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2026-02-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow local artist Linda Pieri as we create a new painting each month.
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Super Mario Smash Bros. for Teens
2026-02-10 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends and play Super Mario Smash Bros. on our Switch.
