Elkhart Public Library

Spring Break LEGO City
2024-04-02 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-01 09:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come by Dunlap throughout Spring Break and build on our LEGO City. The only rule is to not remove what’s already there. Get creative and see how big we can build it.

LEGO Challenge
2024-04-01 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Build magnificent things. Use our prompt to build something and then talk about what you made. You could take home a prize.

Book Scavenger Hunt
2024-04-01 09:00 - 19:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come by Osolo any time during open hours over spring break and follow our clues to find books. Then stop by the desk to collect a prize.

Chocolate Chip Taste Test
2024-04-01 09:00 - 19:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Pick up a kit to take home and try each of the chocolate chips inside, while supplies last. Return the form and we’ll tell you which brand of chocolate chips you prefer. We can also give you some recipes to use.

Taller de Finanzas
2024-03-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-03-23 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-03-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, 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.

Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your basket to collect the eggs hidden throughout the library, but everyone will take home a treat bag, whether you find eggs or not. Before the hunt, enjoy a magic show from magician Steve Vaught.

Hack the Painting for Teens
2024-03-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Recycle an old canvas and turn it into a creation of your own.

Easter Egg Hunt for Littles
2024-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
First, music, stories and games, then a shared egg hunt with something for everyone to take home (regardless of how many eggs you find).

LEGO Sparks
2024-03-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Combine LEGO building with coding to make the LEGOs move and complete tasks.

Peeps Diorama Contest
2024-03-25 09:00 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create a scene from a favorite book or anything using our supplies and marshmallow Peeps. We’ll have a work day to build one at the branch on Saturday, April 6 during open hours.
Come to Cleveland to grab supplies, while they last, from March 25 to April 8. Entries need to be dropped off by April 9. Voting for each category is April 10-16.

Battle of the Books
2024-03-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The reading competition for fifth and sixth graders is back for participating schools.

Fun Family Movie
2024-03-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a showing of Disney’s “Wish.” It is rated PG and is 95 minutes.

Friends of EPL Board Meeting
2024-03-20 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.

Teen Interview Prep
2024-03-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Be prepared for the next job interview ahead of the summer hiring season. Get tips and tricks, as well as mock questions and resumé help.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-03-19 17:30 - 19:00 | 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.

Without a Will
2024-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Emily Christ of Purdue Extension will present on what happens to property and assets in the event of death without a will in Indiana. She’ll also provide tips and answer questions.

Magical Tea Party
2024-03-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Treats, tea and hot chocolate will be served at this magic tea time. Come in costume if you choose and enjoy activities and stories, too.

Tween and Teen Candy Sushi Creations
2024-03-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
There’s nothing fishy about this sushi. Make sushi from candy and then taste-test the results.

Adult Crafternoon - Decoupage Glass Magnets
2024-03-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Registration for this program has closed. Keep watching for more great activities.
Meet others and tap into your creativity while making something cool. This month we’re making magnets with glass and decorated with decoupage.

Mini-Campers Theater Camp
2024-03-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-13 15:30 - 17:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
An introductory theater camp for kindergarteners and first graders. Rehearsals are Monday to Thursday March 4-7 and Monday to Wednesday March 11-13 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
The performance will be Thursday, March 14 at 6 p.m.
Registration opens Feb. 1.

Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
2024-03-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a new acrylic painting each month while learning new techniques and getting creative with others.
Registration opens Feb. 1.

Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
2024-03-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Hear stories in English and Spanish while learning Spanish words and phrases. A hands-on activity will follow stories.
Únase al personal de biblioteca para disfrutar de las horas de cuentos bilingües para niños. Compartiremos libros, cantaremos canciones y aprenderemos algunas palabras y frases en español. Nuestra hora del cuento terminará con un actividad manual.

Teen DIY Keychains
2024-03-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make a keychain for your bag or key ring. Take the supplies to go or stick around and make it with us.

Peeps Science
2024-03-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Experiment with everyone’s favorite marshmallow treat! Get hands-on and see what happens when a Peep is frozen, find out if they float and more.

After School Stories
2024-03-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Relax after school as Miss Janell reads a few stories and get creative with an activity.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2024-03-12 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.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.
