Elkhart Public Library

Bedtime Stories
2025-04-23 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 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

Spring Bunny Scavenger Hunt
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.

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, 2025-05-13 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.

LEGO Challenge
2025-05-07 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Take our monthly build challenge and share it with the group. We’ll vote on a winner, who gets a prize.

Tween and Teen Bingo
2025-05-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Play bingo with markers you can snack on and win prizes.

Preschool Party: Work it out Wombats
2025-05-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Activities, stories and more based on Work It Out Wombats and their computational thinking skills. With help from WNIT, everyone will be going home with a goody bag while supplies last.

Ox Bow Books and Boots
2025-05-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Miss Debbie from the Dunlap Branch and Miss Krista, an interpretive naturalist manager with the Elkhart County Parks, lead this book discussion at Ox Bow County Park’s Cottonwood Shelter. Books and Boots is for the whole family, but specifically geared to ages 8-12. Dress for the weather. In April, this club moves to second Fridays.

April 11 – “Better Together (Heartwood Hotel)” by Kallie George
May 9 – “The Sign of the Beaver” by Elizabeth George Speare
June 13 – “Rascal” by Sterling North
July 11 – “Home Again (Heartwood Hotel)” by Kallie George

Homeschool Sunshine Scrapbook Canvas
2025-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a unique canvas artwork with paint and scrapbooking paper.

Osolo Page Turners
2025-05-12 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:

Dec. 8 – “Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club” by Helen Simonson
Jan. 12 – “How to Solve Your Own Murder” by Kristen Perrin
Feb. 9 – “The Book Club of Troublesome Women” by Marie Boswick
March 9 – Any book about Amelia Earhart
April 13 – “The Clinic” by Cate Quinn

Kids Cookies and Canvas
2025-05-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Get creative and make a painting of your choosing. Learn new techniques while we paint with acrylic paint.
Registration for this program opens April 1.

Coffee and Canvas for Adults
2025-05-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-05-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Follow along as local artist Linda Pieri helps us create a work of art.
Registration for this event opens April 1.

Teen Perler Bead Frames
2025-05-13 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a unique, colorful frame using fused beads. Perfect for displaying Polaroids or small artwork.

DIY All-Purpose Cleaner
2025-05-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create an all-purpose cleaner that’s effective but less harsh and better for the environment and allergies.

Tween and Teen Cookies and Canvas
2025-05-15 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 April 1.

Noche de Lotería
2025-05-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Learn and play lotería, a fast-paced and fun bingo-like game. Plus, we’ll have snacks and prizes. It’s a fun way to learn some new Spanish words.
Diviértete y juega a la lotería, come deliciosos aperitivos y gana premios!

Taller de Dulces Enchilados
2025-05-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
¡Ven a hacer tus propios dulces enchilados! Trae tu gomitas favorito o usa algunos se los nuestros para hacer un dulce picante y delicioso!
Make your own spicy candy using gummy snacks you bring or you can use ours.
