Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2026-01-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-01-13 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri as she leads a fun and creative painting class.
Registration for this program starts Dec. 1.

Teen Mini Bookshelves
2026-01-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your dream bookshelf on a miniature scale. Show off your favorite reads or add to your style.

Homework Help - Dunlap
2026-01-13 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-20 16:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, 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. Sessions are available only on days when Elkhart schools are in session.

LEGO Bots
2026-01-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Work together in teams and learn coding skills to make LEGO builds move, light up, play sounds and more.
Registration for this program starts Dec. 1.

Homework Help - Pierre Moran
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

Computer One-on-One
2026-01-15 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-01-21 14:30 - 16:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Reserve 30 minutes of one-on-one help with one of our computer experts to help with whatever you need. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Call the downtown computer center at 574.294.2847 to reserve your 30-minute spot.
Times available at 2:30, 3, 3:30, and 4 p.m.

Third Thursday LEGO Club
2026-01-15 15:30 - 16:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Take a new challenge each month and see what you can create with other kids.

Homework Help - Osolo
2026-01-15 16:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Throwback Theatre
2026-01-15 17:00 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for a nostalgic family movie and free popcorn.
• Nov. 20 – “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (PG, 1:16)
• Dec. 18 – “Home Alone” (PG, 1:43)
• Jan. 15 – “Snow Dogs” (PG, 1:39)

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-01-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Meet others while making something different each month.
• Jan. 15 – Candle
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Transforming Mindsets Through Habit Shifting
2026-01-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
An Elkhart County Purdue Extension Educator shares why we create habits, go back to them and how to adjust to break them successfully. To register, call 574-533-0554.

Talk with Your Baby
2026-01-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
This 8-week program for new parents introduces childhood literacy to parents with an expert from Notre Dame’s Robinson Community Learning Center. Receive free books, tips for talking to your baby and guided activities for your infant.

KPop Demon Hunters Party
2026-01-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Stay golden, Huntrix girls! Enjoy snacks, activities, sing-alongs, and learn a dance with other fans of the popular movie.

Homeschool Writer's Theater Camp
2026-01-19 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-20 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-21 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Join a new spin on our theater camp. This time, we’re writing our own script. Rehearsals are Monday to Friday with a performance for friends and family on Friday evening. This camp is best for ages 6 to 14.
Registration for this program starts Dec. 1.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Open House
2026-01-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Join us for a special MLK Day open house with guest speaker Mike Brown. There will be light refreshments and an inspiring program celebrating Dr. King’s legacy.
Mike Brown is an author and served as the first Black Notre Dame leprechaun.

Kids Art Workshop
2026-01-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Learn about a famous artist and their signature technique. Then, put into practice while making your own masterpiece.

Tween and Teen Cookies and Canvas
2026-01-19 16:30 - 17:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn new painting and art techniques while creating a picture of your choosing or bring your own.
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-01-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Socialize while getting creative and making something different each month. This month, we’re making a snowman painting.
Registration for this program opens Dec. 1.

Preschool Party: Thomas the Train
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Chase a rainbow with Thomas the Train and other activities for young learners.

Teen Mario Wonder
2026-01-20 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends to hangout and play Super Mario Wonder on the Switch.

Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-01-20 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.

Downtown Crafternoon
2026-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for a time of creativity and socializing. This month, we’re doing free-range crafting. Help clean out our crafting supplies by using the variety of available materials to create any of the sample crafts.

Around the Table Cookbook Club
2026-01-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Try new recipes with others and find new cookbooks. This combination book discussion and potluck dinner will have everyone bring a dish around the theme to share.
Upcoming themes:
Oct. – Haunted by pumpkins
Nov. – Pure “pie”-fection
Dec. – Gourmet gifts
Jan. – All-day breakfast
