Elkhart Public Library

Family Craft Night
2024-08-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 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)

ConversaConnect
2024-08-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-09-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-05 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-09-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.

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.

Kids Cookies and Canvas
2024-09-09 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching more for great activities.)
Learn new art skills like shading, perspective and highlighting while we create a painting.

Dunlap Bookworms
2024-09-09 18:15 - 19:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join our monthly book discussions each first Monday of the month. Please note the dates for Mondays with a holiday.

June 3 – “Motherwit” by Onnie Lee Logan

July 1 – “Little Women” by Louisa Alcott

Aug. 5 – “I am Malala” by Malala Yousafzai

Sept. 9 – “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict

Oct. 7 – “Murder Past Due” by Miranda James

Nov. 4 – “Unbroken” by Laura Hillenbrand

Dec. 2 – “Skipping Christmas” by John Grisham

Nature's Best Hope: A Book Discussion
2024-09-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Elkhart Environmental Center, 1717 Lusher Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
You can do your part to help pollinators thrive on native plants in your own yard. Elkhart Public Library, the Elkhart Environmental Center and Wild Ones South Bend are celebrating renowned educator Doug Tallamy’s visit to Notre Dame with this special book talk. Copies of Tallamy’s signature work, Nature’s Best Hope, will be available for pick up at the downtown library while supplies last. Whether you’ve read the book or just have interest in local ecology and biodiversity, you’ll enjoy this talk at the EEC Pavilion, 1717 E. Lusher Ave. Then, Tallamy will be appearing Sept. 15 on Notre Dame campus – more information about that event will be released by the ND Environmental Change Intiative.

Teen Mini Wreaths
2024-09-10 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
A mini wreath can spruce up any space. Share the good vibes and magical feel with this DIY project.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2024-09-10 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.

Tween and Teens Cookies and Canvas
2024-09-12 16:30 - 17:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work on perspective, shading, highlighting and other art skills while painting a picture.
Registration for this program opens on Aug. 1.

App-y Hour in the Atrium
2024-09-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Drop in and learn about library resources. We can even sign you up for a library card if you don’t have one. Sept. 12 – Apps for readers Sept. 19 – Apps for learning Sept. 26 – Apps for kids

Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
2024-09-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Quite Frank Lee returns to the roof as the fall series of Curbside Concerts rolls on.

Mixing originals with oldies, this local band features Anna Naragon and Scott Vaerewyck on vocals, Rob Booker on bass, Kyle Paulk on lead guitar, and Tony Leininger on drums.

Bring a blanket or a camp chair and enjoy the best local music played on the best roof in town. Beverages, That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream will be available for purchase.

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

Mario Kart Tournament
2024-09-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Great for ages 6 to 12. Bring your Mario Kart skills to compete for the top prize. Plus, we’ll enjoy snacks.
Registration for this program opens Aug. 1.

Creative Painting for Teens and Adults
2024-09-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as you create a painting. The class is aimed at teens and young adults but parents are welcome to join.
Registration for this program opens Aug. 1.

Rubble and Crew Preschool Party
2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create your own Builder’s Cove using our blocks just like Rubble and his family. Plus we’ll have stories and more activities.

Teen Robot Keychains
2024-09-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Use recycled materials to build a new keychain friend for your backpack or key ring.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-09-17 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.

Friends of EPL Board Meeting
2024-09-18 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.

Magic Treehouse Adventure Day
2024-09-21 09:00 - 15:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
All day we’re hosting activities inspired by the popular Magic Treehouse books by Mary Pope Osbourne.

Tween and Teen Bag Designs
2024-09-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Decorate a canvas bag to take home with pastel dye sticks and enjoy a snack while you create.
