Elkhart Public Library

Preschool Play-Doh Party
2026-02-20 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Get creative at our stations of Play-Doh fun and take home your creation.

Passport to Possibility
2026-02-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Celebrate Black excellence during Black History Month by learning about historic figures like Maya Angelou, Michael Jordan and more through interactive stations and pick a prize for completing all stations.

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-21 13:30 - 14:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Kristen Edson, EPL’s Executive Director, will answer questions and take your ideas about our public library. These events give you a chance to talk casually with Kristen, who came to Elkhart in the fall of 2025.

MHAM Journey of the Mind Through Visual Artistic Expression
2026-02-21 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join Mental Health Awareness of Michiana for their second annual art exhibit featuring local artists. This powerful night features artists speaking about their work.
Please visit MHAM’s website for ticket information.

Mental Health Awareness of Michiana Art Exhibit
2026-02-23, 2026-03-02 | IN
MHAM hosts their annual Journey of the Mind Through Visual Artistic Expression exhibit in the downtown atrium through Wednesday, March 11. Read more about the art exhibition here.

LEGO Challenge
2026-02-23 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.

Friendship Bracelets for Teens
2026-02-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come make a beaded bracelet for you and your bestie. Enjoy snacks while you work.

Homework Help - Downtown
2026-02-23 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-02 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
2026-02-23 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-02 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.

Teen DIY Boot Charms
2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your boots as unique as you are with personalized charms.

Homework Help - Dunlap
2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-03 16:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Homework Help - Pierre Moran
2026-02-25 16:30 - 18:30 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States

Sit & Stitch
2026-02-25 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 opens Jan. 6.

Unicorn Party
2026-02-26 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Stories, games and activities celebrating unicorns.

Homework Help - Osolo
2026-02-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

Meet Your Library Director
2026-02-26 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | IN

Preschool Party: Dr. Seuss
2026-03-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with stories and activities.

Tunes and Twirls for Tots
2026-03-02 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

Storytime with Miss Janell
2026-03-03 09:30 - 10:15, 2026-03-03 11:00 - 11:45 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join Miss Janell and her puppets for an active Storytime of songs, stories, rhymes and creativity. Two 45-minute programs are offered for your convenience, 9:30 and 11 a.m.

Baby and Me: Music and Movement
2026-03-03 09:30 - 10:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Join Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.

Hooks and Needles
2026-03-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Beginner and expert knitters and crocheters are welcome to work on new or existing projects, share tips, ideas and meet other enthusiasts.

Storytime with Miss Angie
2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:15 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Storytime teaches children important early literacy skills. Miss Angie leads this time of reading, singing, talking, and playing together. Please note this Storytime pauses on April 7 for spring break and on July 7 for Independence Day.

Teen Anime Club
2026-03-03 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Enjoy anime and manga with other fans. We’ll share Japanese snacks and make crafts, too.

Coffee and Coloring for Adults
2026-03-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Relax, unwind and connect with others with free coffee, coloring sheets and colored pencils.
