Elkhart Public Library

Dr. Seuss Scavenger Hunt
2025-03-10 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-11 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-12 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-13 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-14 09:00 - 18:00, 2025-03-15 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Drop into Cleveland to find Dr. Seuss character cards. Bring them to the front desk for a prize.

Homeschool: Watercolor Night Sky
2025-03-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Use watercolors to paint a night sky scene.

Osolo Page Turners
2025-03-10 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:

March 9 – Any book about Amelia Earhart
April 13 – “The Clinic” by Cate Quinn
May 11 – “Someone Knows” by Lisa Scottoline
June 8 – “The Spectacular” by Fiona Davis
July 13 – “My Friends” by Frederik Backman

Kids Cookies and Canvas
2025-03-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Get creative by recreating a picture with acrylic paints and learn new techniques.

Dunlap Bookworms
2025-03-10 18:15 - 19:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for a fun and lively conversation about a different book each month. We read a variety of genres to have exposure to a variety of authors.

Computer One-on-One
2025-03-11 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-03-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Call the Downtown 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.
Sessions are available at 2:30, 3, 3:30 and 4 p.m.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-03-11 15:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as we create a painting. To serve more people, there will be two sessions each month with the same painting.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Teen DIY Mushroom Garland
2025-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Turn upcycled egg cartons into mushroom garland, bringing a cottage aesthetic to your space. All materials will be provided.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-03-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Follow local artist Linda Pieri’s lead as she helps us create a painting of daisies.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
2025-03-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Listen to stories in English and Spanish, and learn some Spanish words and phrases. A hands-on activity will follow the stories.
Escucha cuentos en inglés y español y aprende algunas palabras y frases en español. Después de los cuentos habrá una actividad manual.

Teen and Tween Cookies and Canvas
2025-03-13 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a painting from one of our available pictures and learn new painting techniques.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Tween and Teen Slime Time
2025-03-13 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create slime to take home. We’ll provide all the supplies.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Diabetes 101
2025-03-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
With expert help from the Purdue Extension office, learn how to manage diabetes effectively. To register call 574.533.0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Manga Madness
2025-03-15 09:30 - 14:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join our one-day reading challenge. Read manga or graphic novels for as long as you can, every minute brings you closer to a prize. Plus more activities and snacks.

LEGO Contest
2025-03-17, 2025-03-24 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Build a LEGO project and bring it to the downtown library on a 10”x10” board between March 17 and 28. Vote for the project you like best from March 31 to April 12. Cash prizes for first to third place. Winners will be announced during the Easter Egg Hunt on April 17. This contest is open to children of all ages.

Magical Mystical Tea Party
2025-03-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come to our tea party dressed up as your favorite mythical character to win a prize. Plus enjoy treats, games and more. Best for ages six and up.

Teen Resumé Building
2025-03-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create your resumé with our help. Whether you are entering the workforce or have job experience, we’ll help you get it ready to show employers.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-03-18 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.

Wednesday Movie Matinees
2025-03-19 15:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and a movie showing.
Feb. 19 – “The Wild Robot” (rated PG, 1:41)
March 19 – “Moana 2” (PG, 1:40)
April 16 – “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” (PG, 1:49)

Pete the Cat Preschool Party
2025-03-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Party like Pete the Cat with four groovy buttons and white shoes.

Battle of the Books
2025-03-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
A quiz-bowl-style reading competition for fifth and sixth graders from participating local schools to instill reading for fun. Who will take home the trophy?

Prop Swap
2025-03-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
A plant hobby doesn’t have to be expensive. Join other green thumbs to swap cutting and add new members to your family. Bring a plant to trim and propagate or take one of ours. Pots and dirt available while supplies last.

Peeps Diorama Contest
2025-03-24 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create a scene from a favorite book or characters with Peeps. Pick up an entry form and Peeps starting Monday, March 24 while supplies last. Return your scene and form by Tuesday, April 15. We’ll host a work day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 12 to build an entry. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, April 23.
