Movie and Popcorn: The Super Mario Bros. Movie
2023-12-27 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and a showing of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The movie is rated PG and is 1 hour, 32 minutes.

Winter Break Boredom Busters
2023-12-28 09:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-29 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-02 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-03 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-04 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-06 09:00 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Enjoy activities any time during open hours over winter break. Activities pause on Dec. 27 and Jan. 5 for Movies and Popcorn.

Winter Break Book Hunt
2024-01-02 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-03 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-04 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-05 09:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come in during open hours and pick up the list of clues and then find the books and pick out a prize.

Crayola Slime
2024-01-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
We’re turning our broken crayons into slime!
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Moved to Jan. 9 - Teen Anime Club
2024-01-02 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event will take place Jan. 9. We regret the error.)
Enjoy anime and manga with other fans. We’ll share Japanese snacks and make crafts, too.

Bedhead Morning
2024-01-03 09:30 - 10:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Sleep in on winter break and then come in your pajamas for stories, stretches and more. Bring a blanket and stuffed animal if you’d like.

Little Artists
2024-01-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create something new and fun with paint, paper, scissors and clay. Take it home at the end.

LEGO Sparks
2024-01-04 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring movement to LEGO builds with coding, motors and lights.
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Books and Boots
2024-01-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Ox Bow County Park, 23427 C.R. 45, Goshen, IN, 46528, United States
Miss Debbie and a naturalist from Elkhart County Parks host a book discussion aimed at children ages 8-12, but the whole family is welcome. This time we’re discussing “The Wild Robot Protects.” The discussion will be followed by an activity led by the naturalist. We might even sled. In case of inclement weather, meet at Dunlap Branch.

Movie and Popcorn: Elemental
2024-01-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a showing of “Elemental.” The movie is rated PG and 1 hour, 41 minutes.

Taller de Finanzas
2024-01-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Aprende a gestionar las finanzas, estableecer y alcanzar objetivos financieros para la familia moderna a través de un taller gratuito de Yngry Finances.

Theater Camp
2024-01-08 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-01-09 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-01-10 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-01-11 16:00 - 17:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Join another fun theater camp with Miss Debbie. Learn the basics of theater and put on a performance for your friends and family. Rehearsals are Jan. 8 to 11 and 15 to 17 with a 6 p.m. performance on Jan. 18.

Cookies and Canvas Jr.
2024-01-08 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Learn painting techniques and make your own masterpiece with acrylic paint.

Computer One-on-One
2024-01-09 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Call the Downtown Computer Center at 574.294.2847 or sign up in person, to reserve your 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Time slots are listed below.
2:30, 3, 3:30 and 4 p.m.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2024-01-09 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri and create your own artwork.

Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
2024-01-11 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn new techniques while painting with acrylics.
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Teen Lock In
2024-01-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Spend the evening playing games, making crafts and eating snacks. Wear comfy clothes and come hang out.

Taller de Finanzas
2024-01-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Dr. Martin Luther King Day - Elkhart Breakfast
2024-01-15 07:30 - 09:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Local entrepreneur Kathy Burnette will be the keynote speaker at the 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Day breakfast at Elkhart Public Library.
This event is shared with the Elkhart Chapter of Indiana Black Expo and serves as the kickoff to a full day of activities and remembrances throughout the city.
Kathy Burnette is the owner of Brain Lair Books in South Bend. She is a strong advocate for literacy and passionate about the community.
Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast, with the program beginning at 8 a.m. This event is free.

PLEASE NOTE:
• All Black Expo members are welcome and do not need to RSVP for this Dr. King Day Elkhart event.
• This event will have very limited general seating. We are accepting names for our waitlist – if you would like to be contacted by Jan. 12, 2024, as seats become available, please let us know.)
