Elkhart Public Library

Storytime with Miss Janell
2024-07-30 09:30 - 10:15 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 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!

Storytime with Miss Angie
2024-07-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Join Miss Angie at Pierre Moran for a weekly time of stories, songs and a craft.
This Storytime pauses for Spring Break on April 2, July 2 for the Fourth of July, and July 23 for the Elkhart County Fair.

Storytime with Miss Janell
2024-07-30 11:00 - 11:45 | 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 9:30 a.m. to accommodate more families!

Terrariums for Teens
2024-07-30 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring color and life to any space by creating a terrarium with different plants, soils and more.

Popcorn and Movies
2024-08-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join us at Cleveland for free popcorn and a movie showing.
Aug. 8 – Kung Fu Panda 4, rated PG, 92 minutes

Picnic in the Park Storytime
2024-08-09 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.

ConversaConnect
2024-08-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-15 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-09-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
ConversaConnect es un grupo de conversación diseñado para que los nuevos estudiantes de inglés mejoren sus habilidades a través de debates atractivos e interactivos.
ConversaConnect is a conversational group designed for new English learners to enhance their language skills through engaging and interactive discussions.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2024-08-13 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.

Noche de Lotería
2024-08-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Play lotería, win prizes and eat snacks.

Cookie Monster Preschool Party
2024-08-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Sesame Street brought to you by the letter C and the number 5 with Cookie Monster as the star.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-08-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol 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.

Friends of EPL Board Meeting
2024-08-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Friends of Elkhart Public Library Inc. board meets monthly on the third Wednesday. Regular business includes discussion of book sale events and the consideration of grant requests from library staff.

Mercado
2024-08-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Explore nuestro mercado, donde los vendedores latinos locales muestran su artesanía, comida y cultura. Desde tesoros hechos a mano hasta deliciosa comida , sumérgete en el vibrante tapiz de nuestra comunidad.

Cooking Small
2024-08-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Emily Christ from the Purdue Extension office will offer tips and recipes for those cooking for a small household. To register, call Jenn at (574) 533-0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

CANCELED - REAL Talk
2024-08-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Experts with REAL Services share informational health talks every other month on the fourth Tuesday. Click here to register and find out about the sessions.

Teen Flower Crowns
2024-08-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make the perfect accessory for any party, dance, wedding, day out or sleepover with a trendy but also timeless faux flower crown.

Family Craft Night
2024-08-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Spend time together as a family making something cool.

Wednesday Movie Matinees
2024-08-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Enjoy popcorn and drinks while we watch a family movie.
Aug. 28 – The Garfield Movie (rated PG)

Curbside Concerts: JR Clark Band
2024-08-30 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
JR Clark brings the blues as we kickoff the fall Curbside Concerts series.

Backed by a horn section that’s been on tour with the Ohio Players, this talented roster also features the legendary Johnny B Gayden on bass. Johnny B was a long-time player with Albert Collins and played on The Ice Man’s Grammy-winning “Showdown!” with Robert Cray and Johnny Copeland.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale. Bring a camp chair or blanket.

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.

Spice Club
2024-09-01 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Spice up your life with a take-and-make spice kit that changes monthly. Come in during open hours to pick up a kit. Sept. – Fennel Oct. – Turmeric
Nov. – Za’atar
Dec. – Ginger
Jan. – Five spice
Feb. – Cardamom

Dedication of Emma Barrett Molloy Historical Marker
2024-09-04 11:00 - 11:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Elkhart County Historical Museum and Elkhart Public Library invite the community to celebrate the life’s work of Emma Barrett Molloy. The 19th century advocate for women’s rights has been honored with a State Historical Marker in front of the downtown library on High Street.
This event is free and open to all.
Molloy became the first female newspaper editor locally when she took on the role for the Elkhart Observer, 1872-76. The journalist later became an evangelist promoting temperance and prohibition of alcohol, as well as voting rights and equality for women.

Curbside Concerts: Los Ortega
2024-09-06 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
¡Bailamos! Los Ortega is coming back to the rooftop stage as Curbside Concerts rolls on Sept. 6. Expect high-energy regional Mexican music from these outstanding players.

Friday shows at Elkhart Public Library are free – bring a blanket or a camp chair and enjoy the best local music played on the best roof in town. Beverages and That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be for sale.

These events are “Well Crafted,” thanks to our friends at VisitElkhartCounty.com.

Homeschool: Zentangle
2024-09-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a zentangle picture using lines to create textures.
