Easter Party for Littles
2025-04-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Music, stories and games before a shared egg hunt with something for everyone to take home (regardless of how many eggs you find).

Teen Mario Kart Tournament
2025-04-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends for a fun competition and see who comes out on top as the champion driver.

Fit for Life: Strength, Balance and Flexibility
2025-04-15 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-04-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Led by a Purdue Extension educator, this two-session chair-based exercise program is designed to improve core muscles and improve mobility in a low-impact fashion. To register, call 574.533.0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-04-15 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
2025-04-16 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)

Friends of EPL Annual Meeting
2025-04-16 17:30 - 18:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Friends of Elkhart Public Library will be having its annual meeting, with guest speaker Jim Rieckhoff. This is a special 5:30 p.m. start time and will be open to the public.

Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-17 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Everyone goes home with a gift bag after our age-grouped egg hunt. Watch our Facebook page for more information.

Artificial Intelligence: Introduction to AI
2025-04-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
AI is making an impact and might change how we work and use technology. Join this informative discussion with live demonstrations and examples of how to use the technology.

Building Foundations of Caregiving
2025-04-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Caregiving is an emotional and stressful job. Learn to create a support system to manage caregiver stress. To register call 574.533.0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Family History Workshop
2025-04-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dive deeper into your family history with a speaker series of experts from across the region.
April 12 – A librarian and archivist shares tips for tracking down offline collections and planning a trip for research
April 19 – EPL’s genealogy librarian shares the numerous resources online and in person available at the library
April 26 – A genetic genealogist shares all about DNA testing and how to use it most effectively

Spring Bunny Scavenger Hunt
2025-04-21, 2025-04-28 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Drop in to Pierre Moran anytime in April to find our hidden bunnies and win a prize.

LEGO Bots
2025-04-21 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Combine your LEGO building abilities with coding for sets that move, light up, play sounds and more.
Registration for this program opens March 1.

Coffee and Conversation
2025-04-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Catch up with friends and make new ones at this drop-in social time.

Teen Candy Terrariums
2025-04-22 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a terrarium as good to look at as it is to eat. These custom terrariums are edible and can be made with any of the items we supply.

Bedtime Stories
2025-04-23 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bathtime comes before bedtime, and we play with water and enjoy stories, songs, and activities at this whole-family Storytime.

Fun Family Movie: "Mufasa The Lion King"
2025-04-24 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and a family-friendly movie. RSVP on our Facebook page.

Sippin' Into Summertime - Elkhart Young Professionals
2025-04-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Summertime in Downtown Elkhart is near! Join the Young Professionals for live music from Buddy Pearson as a preview of Elkhart Public Library’s Curbside Concerts.
Light appetizers and beverages will be available as you expand your network and learn more about the library. Weather permitting, tours including a view from the rooftop concert stage may be possible.
Hosted by the Chamber’s Young Professionals Council – open to anyone over 21. Free to attend, but please pre-register on the Chamber site by April 22 to reserve tickets.

Family History Workshop
2025-04-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Dive deeper into your family history with a speaker series of experts from across the region.
April 12 – A librarian and archivist shares tips for tracking down offline collections and planning a trip for research
April 19 – EPL’s genealogy librarian shares the numerous resources online and in person available at the library
April 26 – Richard Hill, a genetic genealogist shares all about DNA testing and how to use it most effectively

Homeschool LEGO Bots
2025-04-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work together to bring LEGO creations to life with coding to make them light up, play sounds or move. Great for ages six and up.
Registration for this program opens March 1.

PJ Masks Power Heroes Preschool Party
2025-04-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate the PJ Mask heroes and friends with stories, games and activities.

Teen Fair Job
2025-04-29 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Start your summer job search here with local businesses looking for great employees.

Día del Niño
2025-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Join a fiesta that’s all about the kids. Piñatas, games, prizes, snacks and free books!

Rescheduled - Charcuterie 101
2025-04-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
This event has been rescheduled for Monday, May 19. Click here to view the rescheduled event and register.
Discover the secrets of crafting exquisite charcuterie boards that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Our hands-on class will elevate your entertaining game to new heights. To register, call 574-533-0554 or email fink24@purdue.edu.

Friends of EPL Book Sale
2025-05-03 09:00 - 14:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join the Friends of Elkhart Public Library for the monthly used book sale on the first Saturday of each month. Specials are announced on Facebook.

Get into Gardening
2025-05-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Start or improve your garden throughout this informative series focusing on pollinators, native plants and harvesting seeds.
May 3 – Gardening how-to with Purdue Extension educator Mark Evans
May 24 – The Buzz on Pollinator Habitat
June 14 – Super Start with the Super Nine – all about the nine native plants selected for their value to our local environment
Aug. 2 – How to Harvest Your Seeds with Mark Evans

Indie Lens Pop-Up
2025-05-03 15:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy free popcorn and soft drinks while we watch PBS documentaries. A group discussion will follow each screening.
June – Free for All: The Public Library

RESCHEDULED - Dunlap Bookworms
2025-05-05 18:15 - 19:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
This month’s book discussion is rescheduled for Monday, May 12.
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.

Stories in the Garden
2025-05-06 17:00 - 17:30 | Wellfield Gardens, 1011 N. Main St., Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Every Tuesday join us for a fun and interactive Storytime with the beautiful Wellfield Gardens as a backdrop. Find us in the Children’s Garden area and watch this page or our Facebook if the weather is iffy.
Wellfield Gardens offers free admission to Elkhart County residents on Tuesdays.
