Spring Break Children's Craft
2026-04-07, 2026-04-08, 2026-04-09, 2026-04-10, 2026-04-11 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Pop up into the children’s room throughout spring break to grab a craft to take home.

Storytime with Miss Janell
2026-04-07 09:30 - 10:15, 2026-04-07 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-04-14 09:30 - 10:15 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join Miss Janell and her puppets for an active Storytime of songs, stories, rhymes and creativity. Two 45-minute programs are offered for your convenience, 9:30 and 11 a.m. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6.

Hooks and Needles
2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Beginner and expert knitters and crocheters are welcome to work on new or existing projects, share tips, ideas and meet other enthusiasts.

Spring Break Boredom Busters
2026-04-08, 2026-04-09, 2026-04-10, 2026-04-11 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Break out of the doldrums with fresh daily activities — crafts, games, challenges and surprises. Plus, we pause on Friday for Popcorn and a Movie at 1:30 p.m. We’ll be watching “The Wild Robot” (PG, 1:42).

Baby & Me
2026-04-08 09:30 - 10:15, 2026-04-08 10:30 - 11:15 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it’s a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up.

Storytime with Miss Debbie
2026-04-08 10:30 - 11:15 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.

Kindergarten Gear Up
2026-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher.

Little Explorers
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays.

Noche de Lotería
2026-04-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Learn lotería, a fast-paced Mexican bingo-like game. Win prizes and enjoy free snacks—a great way to learn Spanish words.
¡Diviértete y juega a la lotería, come deliciosos aperitivos y gana premios!

Teen Lock-In
2026-04-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come in comfy clothes to hangout with friends, crafts, games and snacks.

Ox Bow Books & Boots
2026-04-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet Miss Debbie with Elkhart County Parks naturalists for a book discussion and nature activity. Dress for the weather. Books are geared to ages 8-12, and advanced reading is not required.
Upcoming books:

Friday, Jan. 9 – “The Call of the Wild” by Jack London
Feb. 13 – “Swiss Family Robinson” by Johann David Wyss
March 13 – “Brighty of the Grand Canyon” by Marguerite Henry
April 10 – “Grand Teton Stampede” by C.R. Fulton

All Ages Movie
2026-04-10 14:00 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Spend a spring break afternoon with a free movie and popcorn. We’re watching “Zootopia 2.”

Friday Night Bingo
2026-04-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring the family for a fun night of themed bingo. Win snacks and small prizes.
Feb. 13 – Hallmark movie troupe bingo
March 13 – Music bingo
April 10 – 80s bingo
Registration for this program opens March 1.

Tunes and Twirls for Tots
2026-04-13 10:30 - 11:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on Feb. 16 for President’s Day and April 6 for spring break.

Homeschool: Under the Sea Watercolor
2026-04-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow step-by-step to create underwater sea animals like whales, fish or turtles and combine them to make a picture that is all your own.

Readers Roundtable
2026-04-13 13:30 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Share your latest reads – good and bad – with other avid readers at this “no assigned book” book club.

Osolo Page Turners
2026-04-13 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

Homework Help - Downtown
2026-04-13 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring all the materials you need for your assignment and get one-on-one help from National Honor Society students on a first-come, first-served basis. Help is only available on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Homework Help - Cleveland
2026-04-13 16:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Bring all the materials you need for your assignment and get one-on-one help from National Honor Society students on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are available only on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Baby and Me: Music and Movement
2026-04-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.
