Elkhart Public Library

Teen Flower Crowns
2023-09-13 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make the perfect faux flower crown, an accessory to elevate your look for any party, dance, wedding, day out or sleepover.

Cookies and Canvas Junior
2023-09-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Learn new painting techniques and create an acrylic piece. Great for ages 5 to 10.

Computer One-on-One
2023-09-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Reserve 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help from our experts. 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.

Financial Security
2023-09-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
An expert from First Source Bank shares methods thieves use to steal personal information and the scams they use to get your money.
Registration for this event opens Aug. 1.

Cocomelon Preschool Party
2023-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Sing and play along to Cocomelon songs. We’ll make a special craft and focus on our colors.

Homeschool: Kitchen Science
2023-09-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn how food changes with temperature, more sugar and adding liquids through hands-on experiments. We’ll try some of the food after we do the experiments. Please let us know of any food allergies if you attend.

Curbside Concerts: SPACESHIPS wsg SHAM
2023-09-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
CAPS LOCK IS NOT NECESSARY ALL THE TIME. THIS NEEDS TO BE ONE OF THOSE EXCEPTIONS.

SPACESHIPS and SHAM are two bands from South Bend you need to see. THAT GUYS GOURMET RIBS will be on the scene.

As the opener at 7pm, SHAM gives off vibes as the wig-headed merchild of Nirvana & the B-52s. Taking the stage about 8:15, SPACESHIPS delivers a soaring post-gaze dream metal sound.

These concerts with BANDS ON THE ROOF of the downtown library are powered by AEP and WELL CRAFTED with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana. Bring CAMP CHAIRS or a blanket and ENJOY THE SHOW.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside.

LEGO Sparks
2023-09-07 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Create a moving device using LEGO Sparks. A great hands-on STEM activity for kids ages 9 and up.

LEGO Challenge
2023-09-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Build something from the prompt we give and then share what you built with others. Someone is taking home a prize at the end of the event.

D&D at PMB
2023-09-05 14:00 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Whether you’re wanting to learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or are already experienced, embark on our epic 8-week campaign.
Registration for this series opens Aug. 1. Registration is for all event dates.

Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
2023-09-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Quite Frank Lee takes the stage during the second week of our fall Curbside Concerts. This local band plays everything from Del Shannon and Paul Simon to Ryan Adams and The Civil Wars, with some originals thrown in.

Pinyo’s Kitchen food truck will be on hand, and our beverage tent will be set up. Bring a camp chair or blanket and enjoy the show.

These concerts on the roof of the downtown library are powered by AEP and Well Crafted with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside

Tie-Dye T-Shirts
2023-08-31 15:30 - 17:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us outside Osolo to create a tie-dye shirt! All shirts are free. Bring your own or we’ll have you S to L and adult M to XL.
If it rains, it’s canceled.

Preschool Playdate
2023-08-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join an informal playtime with lots of activity stations for little ones to try. Music, bubbles, playdough and more are part of the fun.

The Last Wednesday Book Club
2023-08-30 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Share your latest reads and get recommendations from other avid teen readers at this casual, no-assigned-reading book discussion.

Curbside Concerts: Paul Erdman Trio
2023-08-25 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Paul Erdman kicks off our fall series of free Curbside Concerts. Hotdogeddy’s and our beverage tent will be set up – bring a camp chair or blanket and enjoy the show.

These concerts on the roof of the downtown library are powered by AEP and Well Crafted with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside

Puzzle Competition
2023-08-24 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Gather a team of two to four people and race to complete a puzzle. Teams will all go home with a puzzle of their own.

Baby Play Day
2023-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your little one to the library to play with other babies. We will have baby-safe sensory explorations and many different play activities just right for little ones under the age of 2.

Adult Crafternoon - Aromatherapy Neck Pillow
2023-08-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(Registration for this event has ended. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Learn new creative skills, meet others and make something with your hands. This month we’re making a neck pillow that will help you relax.

Teen Suncatchers
2023-08-16 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a dazzling suncatcher to bring an extra touch of fun to any room. Hang these colorful crystals in a window to capture the light.

Readers Roundtable
2023-08-14 13:30 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Share your latest reads and recommendations from other avid readers at this casual, no-assigned-reading book club.

Tie Dye Party
2023-08-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your own shirt or we’ll have limited supplies of shirts available for tie-dying in the library parking lot.

End of Summer Bingo
2023-08-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Finish the summer break with games of bingo and a chance to take home a book or small prize.

Teen Clown Day
2023-08-09 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Clown around with other teens and learn to make balloon animals and how to juggle.

CANCELLED: Storytime at Cleveland
2023-08-09 11:00 - 11:45 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
(Due to scheduling changes, this week’s Storytime has been cancelled.) Meet new friends and gain literacy and social skills through stories, songs, rhymes and more at the Cleveland Branch.

Computer One-on-One
2023-08-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Call the Computer Center at 574.294.2847 or sign up in person to reserve 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help from our experts. 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.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Day
2023-08-04 09:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate all things TMNT with games, activities and more throughout the Downtown library, available all day during open hours.

Teen DIY Faux Stained Glass
2023-07-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring color and light into your space with some gorgeous faux stained glass.

Teen Summer Reading Prize Party
2023-07-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Kardzhali Park, 303 Nibco Pkwy, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Teens are invited to to their own Prize Party for more fun. Enjoy a live DJ, plus activities and games.

Summer Reading Prize Party
2023-07-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Kardzhali Park, 303 Nibco Pkwy, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
We celebrate Summer Reading with games, activities, a bounce house and Summer Reading winners. Check back and stay tuned to our Facebook Page for more details.

Noche de Lotería
2023-07-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Kardzhali Park, 303 Nibco Pkwy, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
This event will now be part of the Summer Reading Prize Party! Join us at Kardzhali Park for lotería!
La Sirena! La Luna! El Tambor! Come play Lotería, win prizes and munch on snacks.
