Elkhart Public Library

Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off Party
2024-05-17 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Stock up for Summer Reading with our books. Plus enjoy snacks, making a necklace and spinning our prize wheel. We’ll make sure you’re all set for the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge.

Summer Reading Challenge Ice Cream Social
2024-05-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Kick off the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge with a sweet treat. While you eat, get everything you need for the Summer Reading Challenge, including stocking up on books.

Curbside Concerts: Jake Miller and the Midwest Heat
2024-05-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Jake Miller comes back to the rooftop stage, this time with his new country-rock band, the Midwest Heat.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Mosaic Bean Art
2024-05-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Use dry beans to create a picture. Best for ages 6 to 12.

Tie-Dye T-Shirts
2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Stop by Cleveland and make a tie-dye t-shirt for Summer Reading. Shirts and supplies available while they last. Rain out date is Thursday, May 23 at 3 p.m.

Kids Crafts
2024-05-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come into the Downtown library and make something anytime.
May 18 – Sock reading buddy

June 8 – Robot keychain

July 13 – Dreamcatcher

Adult Crafternoon - Tote Bag
2024-05-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Meet others while creating something and learning new skills. This month we’re making a tote bag.

LEGO Bots
2024-05-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Registration for this event has closed.
LEGOs and coding combine to make your builds move.

Teen Dried Flower Art
2024-05-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dry, press and arrange flowers into a frame to hand on your wall. Makes a great and unique gift.

Creative Thursdays
2024-05-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
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Use your creativity to create something unique each fourth Thursday. This month we’re making a pressed flower mini lantern. This program is best for teens and adults.
Tardes de manualidades cada cuarto jueves en la Biblioteca Pierre Moran. Nosotros ponemos los materials, tú pones la creativdad. Se requiere inscripión.

Fun Family Movie: Wonka
2024-05-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and a showing of Wonka (rated PG; run time 1:58).

Curbside Concerts: Society's Child
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Michiana’s hardest-working rock band, Society’s Child, is coming back to the rooftop stage.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair – ’80s shades, long hair, and band shirts with skulls optional.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Reptiles and Amphibians
2024-05-29 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
An Elkhart County Parks Department expert is bringing live critters for us to see up close. Learn about snakes, frogs and turtles that live right here in our area.

Curbside Concerts: Darryl Buchanan and the Soul Motown Allstars
2024-05-31 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The legendary Darryl Buchanan makes his way to the rooftop stage for the third time.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Roz Puppets presents "The Mystery of Cacklewood Forest"
2024-06-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet a little mouse who goes on a grand adventure in this funny and entertaining puppet show that’s great for the whole family.

Fun in the Sun Mondays
2024-06-03 16:00 - 17:00 | IN
Enjoy Kona Ice, prizes, games, activities and more. The Book Bus will be out to make sure everyone leaves with a free book. This is a rain or shine event.
June 3 – Dunlap
June 10 – Pierre Moran
June 17 – Cleveland – Moving inside due to excessive heat!
June 24 – Osolo

Storytime with Miss Janell
2024-06-04 09:30 - 10:15 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Stories and puppet fun with Miss Janell. Enjoy rhymes, songs, crafts and more to build literacy skills.
Miss Janell has added another session, with the same stories and activities, at 11 a.m. to accommodate more families!

Messy Play Day
2024-06-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come to the library and let the kids learn through messy sensory play.

Without a Will
2024-06-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
A Purdue Extension office expert shares about preparing a will and what it should include. To register call 574-533-0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Curious Critters
2024-06-05 15:00 - 16:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Meet the reptiles and amphibians that call our area home and see live local species up close.

Picnic in the Park Storytime
2024-06-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Cobus Creek County Park, 30680 C.R. 8, Osceola, IN, 46561, United States
Bring your lunch to Cobus Creek County Park for an all-ages Storytime with Miss Rhonda.

Curbside Concerts: The Distractions wsg Half Built Homes and The Hatchbacks
2024-06-07 19:00 - 21:55 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Henry Rollins once said, “Complaining … is just a way to get out of the hard work of making music that will do some lasting damage.” Welcome to Punk Night at the ‘berry.

The Distractions take to the rooftop if there’s anything left of it after Half Built Homes and The Hatchbacks get done.
Hotdogeddy’s will be here, and beverages will be available for purchase.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Summer Cookies and Canvas
2024-06-10 16:30 - 17:30, 2024-06-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Pick a picture to inspire your masterpiece and learn new acrylic painting techniques with other kids. Great for ages 6 to 17.

Bad Forgery Paintings
2024-06-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Remake a master to be all yours. Bling up Mona Lisa. Make American Gothic more goth. When you’re done you can take your work home or put it into our Imposter Art Museum display.

Computer One-on-One
2024-06-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Sign up in person at the Downtown Computer Center or by calling 574.293.2847 for 30 minutes of stress-free computer help. From saving a file to accessing library resources, our experts will help you.
Time slots available: 2:30, 3, 3:30 or 4 p.m.

Faux Stained Glass Art for Teens and Adults
2024-06-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Create a beautiful faux stained glass from a pattern or make your own. This program is great for ages 13 and up.

Investigate Incredible Insects
2024-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Encounter and get hands-on with insects from the Elkhart County Parks Department.
Registration opens May 1, but is for attendance count only.

Summer Cookies and Canvas
2024-06-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Pick a picture to inspire your masterpiece and learn new acrylic painting techniques with other kids. Great for ages 6 to 17.
Registration for this program opens on May 1.

Teen Tie-Dye Shirts
2024-06-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet us in the Downtown parking lot to create your own tie-dye shirt. Shirts are available while supplies last.
This is an outdoor event — watch our Facebook page if the weather is iffy.
