Elkhart Public Library

Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party
2024-10-07 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make the perfect (Lunchable) pizza and party with us! Plus, stories, songs and more!
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Kids Cookies and Canvas
2024-10-07 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Learn art skills like perspective, shading and highlighting while creating a painting.

ConversaConnect
2024-10-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-17 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-24 17:00 - 18:00 | 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.

Little Mermaid Preschool Party
2024-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy mermaid fun with stories, crafts and activities.

Computer One-on-One
2024-10-08 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-16 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-24 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.

Teen Spooky Terrariums
2024-10-08 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Build an earthly terrarium with an unearthly feel to bring the spooky vibes.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2024-10-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri and create your own artwork.

Fire Safety with Elkhart Fire Department
2024-10-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
For National Fire Safety month we’re having Elkhart Fire Department come out with one of their trucks to give us an up close look at staying safe from fire and what firefighters do.

Make South Bend: Pressed Flower Craft
2024-10-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make a pressed flower suncatcher with experts from Make South Bend. Click here to register.

Homeschool: Printmaking
2024-10-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn a new art form while carving a stamp and using tools like a brayer.

LEGO Bots
2024-10-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring LEGO creations to life by working with a team to build something and then code it to complete tasks like light up, play sounds or move.
Registration for this program starts Sept. 1.

Teen Bad Art Night
2024-10-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make art of just about any available medium; sculptures, paintings, drawings, jewelry, book. As long as it’s really, really bad.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-10-15 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.

Friends of EPL Board Meeting
2024-10-16 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.

Slime Time
2024-10-17 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your own slime to take home with you. This program is best for children ages 6 and up.

Fun Family Movie: "Inside Out 2"
2024-10-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy popcorn and a showing of a recent movie. We’re showing “Inside Out 2” (rated PG, 1h36m).

Mini Pumpkin Decorating
2024-10-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Drop into Pierre Moran to decorate a mini pumpkin with paints, pens and more while supplies last.
Visite la Biblioteca de Pierre Moran y decore su propia mini calabaza. Mini calabazas, lápices de pintura, y una variedad de materiales de decoración estarán disponibles para el evento o puede traer materíales de casa.

Building Up Our Youth community conversation
2024-10-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Vop Osili, an renowned Indianapolis architect, will lead this event. It’s the latest in a series of community conversations hosted by the Elkhart Chapter of Indiana Black Expo. All ages are invited to become inspired.

Family Craft Night
2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Spend time together as a family making something cool.

Free Teen Movie: Hocus Pocus 2
2024-10-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get into the spooky season spirit with a free showing of “Hocus Pocus 2.” The movie is 1h:43m and rated PG. Get a free just for showing up, while supplies last.

Build a Monster Craft
2024-10-24 09:00 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Drop in any time during fall break to create a monster.

Squishmallow Canvas Painting
2024-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Dress for a mess as we paint with squishmallows and enjoy a squishy snack.

Día de Los Muertos Community Ofrenda
2024-10-25 09:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Learn about Día de Muertos tradition by taking part in our Community Ofrenda (alter). Add a photo or special item for a loved one or add their name. The ofrenda is available during open hours Oct. 25 to Nov. 2.
