Popcorn and a Movie
2025-08-07 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Enjoy a free family movie and popcorn on the first Thursday of the month.
June 5 – “Dog Man” (PG, 1:29)
July 3 – “Paddington in Peru” (PG, 1:46)
Aug. 7 – “A Minecraft Movie” (PG, 1:41)

Lotería Back to School Edition
2025-08-07 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
This special lotería night gets you ready to return to the classroom with school supply prizes and drawings for a backpack. Plus, free snacks while we play. The Friends of the Elkhart Public Library supports this program.
Únase a nosotros en la Biblioteca Pierre Moran para un evento especial de lotería. Premios inclurián útiles escolares, y habrá sorteos de mochilas durante el juego. Distrute de deliciosos aperitivos mientras juega.

Cutting Board Craft Mirrors for Adults
2025-08-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Create a decorative mirror using a cutting board, stencils, mosaic tiles and more.
Registration for this program opens July 1.

Talk With Your Baby
2025-08-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Experts from Notre Dame’s Robinson Community Learning Center host this eight-week program, helping caregivers bond with their babies ages 0 to 3. Plus, get free books, learn guided activities for your child and more. Click here for registration information for this program.

Picnic in the Park Storytime
2025-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Cobus Creek County Park, 30680 C.R. 8, Osceola, IN, 46561, United States
Bring your lunch to Cobus Creek Park for a special all-ages Storytime with Miss Rhonda. The park on C.R. 8 is just down the street from Cleveland Branch.

Un Verano Sin Ti
2025-08-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Inspired by the Bad Bunny album, celebrate the end of summer with music, crafts and fun before school starts.
Inspirado en el álbum de Bad Bunny, este evento celebra el final del verano con música, manualidades y diversión antes de que empiece la escuela.

Stories and Songs
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Songwriters and libraries have one thing in common — too many stories to tell. Experience the music of the area’s best creative talents and their friends in a new way. Different musicians every week. Beverages will be available for purchase, no cover charge.
This event is designated Well Crafted by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and is supported by Pillars of Elkhart.
July 18 – Nekeisha Alayna Alexis
July 25 -Julia James
Aug. 1 – Abbie Thomas
Aug. 8 – Rafael Chávez y Moreno
Oct. 3 – Nate and Amber Butler

Osolo Page Turners
2025-08-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join our monthly book discussions at the Osolo Branch. Upcoming titles:

Dec. 8 – “Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club” by Helen Simonson
Jan. 12 – “How to Solve Your Own Murder” by Kristen Perrin
Feb. 9 – “The Book Club of Troublesome Women” by Marie Boswick
March 9 – Any book about Amelia Earhart
April 13 – “The Clinic” by Cate Quinn

Teen and Adult Mosaic Rock Painting
2025-08-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Try mosaic rock painting with local artist Linda Pieri. This program is for ages 12 and up.
Registration for this program opens July 1.

Computer One-on-One
2025-08-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get one-on-one help from our computer experts. From accessing library resources to saving a file, we can help. Reserve your 30-minutes of stress-free basic help by calling 574-294-2847.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-08-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as we make “Country Life.”
Registration for this event begins July 1.

Stories in the Garden
2025-08-12 17:00 - 17:30, 2025-08-19 17:00 - 17:30 | Wellfield Gardens, 1011 N. Main St., Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Every Tuesday join us for a fun and interactive Storytime with the beautiful Wellfield Gardens as a backdrop. Find us in the Children’s Garden area and watch this page or our Facebook if the weather is iffy.
Wellfield Gardens offers free admission to Elkhart County residents on Tuesdays.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-08-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as we make “Country Life.”
Registration for this event begins July 1.

Storytime at Cleveland
2025-08-13 09:30 - 10:15, 2025-08-20 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
2025-08-13 11:00 - 11:45, 2025-08-20 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.

Dot Mandala on Canvas
2025-08-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Create a beautiful and unique painting on canvas with a mandala design.
Registration opens for this program on July 1.

Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
2025-08-14 16:00 - 16:45 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Hear stories in English and Spanish words and phrases and we finish with a hands-on activity.

Osolo Crafternoon for Adults
2025-08-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Meet others while learning new craft skills and using your creativity to make something. This month we’re making a seashell cup.
Registration for this event opens July 1.

Super Mario Smash Bros. for Teens
2025-08-19 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends to hangout and play Super Mario Smash Bros. on the Switch.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, 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.

Photoshop Elements
2025-08-20 14:30 - 16:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn the basics of photo editing. Bring a picture you’d like to touch up. We’ll show you techniques and print a copy for you to take home.

Lava Chicken Party
2025-08-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The hit song from the Minecraft Movie is still ringing around your head. Make a tie-dye t-shirt with our available supplies and play games.

Friends of Elkhart Public Library meeting
2025-08-20 18:00 - 18:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Friends of EPL conduct regular business meetings at 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. The meetings are open to the public. Click here to learn more about the Friends.

Third Thursday LEGO Club
2025-08-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Take a new challenge each month and see what you can create with other kids.

Fun Family Movie
2025-08-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a recently released movie. This month, we’re watching “Snow White” (2025, rated PG, 1:49).

The Throwback Theatre
2025-08-21 17:00 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and a nostalgic movie for the whole family.
Aug. 21 – The Princess Bride (PG, 1:38)
Sept. 18 – The Sandlot (PG, 1:41)
Oct. 16 – Hocus Pocus (PG, 1:36)
