Elkhart Public Library

Mario Wonder on Nintendo Switch
2026-03-16 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends to play Mario Wonder, team-style. This program is best for ages 6 to 12.

Homework Help - Downtown
2026-03-16 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring all the materials you need for your assignment and get one-on-one help from National Honor Society students on a first-come, first-served basis. Help is only available on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Homework Help - Cleveland
2026-03-16 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Bring all the materials you need for your assignment and get one-on-one help from National Honor Society students on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions are available only on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-03-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others and create something new each month. We’re making candles using baby jars.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Teen Beaded Plants
2026-03-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring green to your space without having to keep a plant alive.

Homework Help - Dunlap
2026-03-17 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-24 16:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-03-17 17:30 - 18:30 | 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.

Storytime with Mr. Manley
2026-03-18 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-03-25 10:00 - 10:45 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. This Storytime moves to two sessions in June.

Kindergarten Gear Up
2026-03-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher. Please consider if your child will be entering kindergarten before registering.
Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative. This month, we’re creating paper quilt blocks.
Upcoming projects:
• April 15 – Birdhouse painting or decorating
• May 20 – Birds and bees vintage bookmark
• June 17 – Diamond art

Homework Help - Pierre Moran
2026-03-18 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-25 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

Homework Help - Osolo
2026-03-19 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Throwback Theatre: Matilda
2026-03-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for free popcorn and a classic family movie. We’re watching “Matilda” (PG, 1:38).

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making diamond art plant stakes.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Preserving Family Treasures
2026-03-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Michelle Nash, curator for Elkhart County Historical Museum shares how to preserve family treasures like photographs, textiles and papers.

Spring Bunny Scavenger Hunt
2026-03-23 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Discover the hidden bunny characters around our branch from March 16 to April 11 and win a prize. Then, use your creativity to create a bunny in disguise for our wall of fame.

Tunes and Twirls for Tots
2026-03-23 10:30 - 11:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on May 25 for Memorial Day

LEGO Challenge
2026-03-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
See what you will create with your monthly challenge and vote for your favorite build.

Teen Resumé Building
2026-03-24 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Whether you have work experience or are ready to jump into the job market, we’re here to help you take the next steps with a free resumé workshop.

Sit & Stitch for Adults
2026-03-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn basic crocheting skills with our simple project or bring your own current work.
Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.

What's That Snack?
2026-03-26 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
What’s that snack and what’s better – name brand or generic? Come see if you can taste the difference.
Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.

Preschool Paw Patrol Party
2026-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate all things Paw Patrol with activities, crafts and more.

Battle of the Books
2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The reading competition for fifth- and sixth-graders returns. Support your school and see who takes home the trophy this year.
