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Find the hidden holiday pictures around the children's room at Pierre Moran. Find them all and get a prize. Come back again as the pictures move weekly. ¿Puedes encontrar todas las fotos navideñas escondidas en la sala infantil de la sucursal Pierre Moran este diciembre? ¡Encuéntralas todas y gana un mini bastón de caramelo […] 
Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
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Design your own holiday cards with our stamps and materials. We'll snack on cookies and cocoa while we create. 
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. 
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. |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
Beginner and expert knitters and crocheters are welcome to work on new or existing projects, share tips, ideas and meet other enthusiasts. 
Storytime teaches children important early literacy skills. Miss Angie leads this time of reading, singing, talking, and playing together. This Storytime pauses on Oct. 28, Nov. 25, Dec. 23 and 30. 
Hear new phrases and stories in English and in Spanish during this all-ages Storytime. We finish with a hands-on activity. Acompáñenos el primer martes de cada mes para escuchar cuentos en inglés y español mientras aprende palabras y frases en español. Después de los cuentos habrá una actividad manual. |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
Get creative and relax with an open coloring session at Pierre Moran. Drop in during 9 to 11 a.m. and use our supplies or bring your own. 
Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families. 
Build literacy early literacy skills through fun and interactive stories and activities. This Storytime takes a break on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31 for the holidays. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays. 
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. 
¿Sabías que tu tarjeta de la biblioteca sirve para mucho más que sacar libros? Te invitamos a una serie divertida donde exploraremos juntos todos los servicios digitales y recursos gratuitos disponibles para ti. Puedes traer tu propio dispositivo o pedir prestado uno de los nuestros. ¡No se necesita experiencia! Oct. 16 & 30 : Cómo […] |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
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.
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Meet us at Ox Bow County Park to learn about animals through their scat with an Elkhart County Parks naturalist. Dress for a hike through the woods. |
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Come into Osolo during open hours and find the Elf on the Shelf. Take one of his cards to the front desk for a prize. He moves weekly, so come back to find him before he heads back to the North Pole.
Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
Spread holiday cheer by creating a card for local senior care centers. Make a card at Pierre Moran with available materials or drop it off by Dec. 19. We'll deliver them to local care centers. ¡Comparte la alegria navideña haciendo tarjetas hechas a mano para los centros locales de atención a personas mayores! Haz una […] 
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Bring the whole family to the downtown library between noon and 2 p.m. during downtown Winterfest to make an ornament. Kids can also make a candy cane mouse. Plus, live music from Shiny Shiny Black from noon to 2 p.m., including selections from their new seasonal EP. 
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.
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Make a festive, reusable gingerbread house using cardboard, plus our available supplies and materials. Using cardboard makes them sustainable and reusable year after year. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while you work. Fun for the whole family. |
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Find the hidden holiday pictures around the children's room at Pierre Moran. Find them all and get a prize. Come back again as the pictures move weekly. ¿Puedes encontrar todas las fotos navideñas escondidas en la sala infantil de la sucursal Pierre Moran este diciembre? ¡Encuéntralas todas y gana un mini bastón de caramelo […]
Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display.
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Join our monthly book discussions at the Osolo Branch. Upcoming titles: July 14 - "The Five Wishes of Murray McBride" by Joe Sipple Aug. 11 - "Briar Club" by Kate Quinn Sept. 8 - "Tell Me Everything" by Elisabeth Strout Oct. 13 - "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore Nov. 10 - "The […]
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Work together as a family to build a gingerbread house with our provided materials. |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6.
Storytime teaches children important early literacy skills. Miss Angie leads this time of reading, singing, talking, and playing together. This Storytime pauses on Oct. 28, Nov. 25, Dec. 23 and 30.
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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6. |
9 events,
Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display.
Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.
Build literacy early literacy skills through fun and interactive stories and activities. This Storytime takes a break on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31 for the holidays. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display.
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays.
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Learn new painting and art techniques while creating a picture of your choosing or bring your own. Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.
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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. |
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Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display. 
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Miss Judy is retiring after 25 years of leading various children's programs over the years. Come and send off Judy with well-wishes anytime from 2 to 5 p.m.
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Enjoy stories, activities and gingerbread house making. Please let us know about any food allergies you may have.
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Dance the morning away with Danny Go, take home a craft and create fun memories. |
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Come into Osolo during open hours and find the Elf on the Shelf. Take one of his cards to the front desk for a prize. He moves weekly, so come back to find him before he heads back to the North Pole.
Come in during open hours and use our available supplies to help a gingerbread person escape from being chased by disguising them as a favorite book character. Take it home or add it to our display.
Spread holiday cheer by creating a card for local senior care centers. Make a card at Pierre Moran with available materials or drop it off by Dec. 19. We'll deliver them to local care centers. ¡Comparte la alegria navideña haciendo tarjetas hechas a mano para los centros locales de atención a personas mayores! Haz una […]
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Books come to life as percussionist Jim Catalano of the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra accompanies "Dasher Can't Wait for Christmas," read by librarians during this special storytime for the whole family. Jim Catalano is a percussionist playing vibes and drums. He teaches music at Notre Dame and performs locally. The Friends of Elkhart Public Library […] 
Join us on Saturdays monthly for a book discussion. Contact Sue Eller for a copy of the book. Upcoming books: Dec. 13 - The 19th Christmas by James Patterson Jan. 10 - "James" by Percival Everett Feb. 7 – “How the Penguins Saved Veronica” by Hazel Prior March 7 – “The Briar Club” by Kate Quinn April […] |
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Find the hidden holiday pictures around the children's room at Pierre Moran. Find them all and get a prize. Come back again as the pictures move weekly. ¿Puedes encontrar todas las fotos navideñas escondidas en la sala infantil de la sucursal Pierre Moran este diciembre? ¡Encuéntralas todas y gana un mini bastón de caramelo […]
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.
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.
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Socialize and get creative while making something new each month. This month, we're making a unique wall decor. Registration for this event opens Nov. 1.
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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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6. 
EPL and Council on Aging are teaming up to co-host activities and engaging conversations for the community. Learn fun, new things and socialize with others. Contact Audrey Rush to register or for more information.
Beginner and expert knitters and crocheters are welcome to work on new or existing projects, share tips, ideas and meet other enthusiasts. |
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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
Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families. |
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Celebrate the season with games, activities, prizes and a gift while supplies last. Plus, Santa will be in the atrium for free pictures. 
Join us for fun and enriching activities to build a community supporting adults with intellectual disabilities. Explore creativity, build skills and connect.
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays. |
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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. |
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Come into Osolo during open hours and find the Elf on the Shelf. Take one of his cards to the front desk for a prize. He moves weekly, so come back to find him before he heads back to the North Pole. |
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Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day. 
Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […] 
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Elizabeth Klehfoth, an Elkhart native, is back with her second novel. During this author event, she'll be reading selections of "The Lost Heiress" and talking about her career. She'll also sign copies of her book, which can be preordered from Fables Books and picked up at the Goshen store or at the library event. 
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies. 
Come into Pierre Moran for family-friendly movies starting every two hours. On Dec. 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., enjoy these films. • Elf (PG, 1:35) • Disney's A Christmas Carol (2009, PG, 1:36) • The Grinch (2018, PG, 1:45) • The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (PG, 1:39) On Dec. 29, from 10 a.m. […] |
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies.
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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6.
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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6. |
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies.
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. |
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies. |
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies.
Come into Pierre Moran for family-friendly movies starting every two hours. On Dec. 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., enjoy these films. • Elf (PG, 1:35) • Disney's A Christmas Carol (2009, PG, 1:36) • The Grinch (2018, PG, 1:45) • The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (PG, 1:39) On Dec. 29, from 10 a.m. […]
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Work together in teams and use coding to make LEGO builds light up, play sounds or move. This program is best for ages 6 and up. Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies.
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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6.
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. This Storytime pauses on Jan. 6. |
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies.
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. |
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Come into Cleveland Branch throughout winter break for a new daily activity during open hours. Puzzles, games, and crafts are just some of the fun. Plus, join us on Fridays Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 at 1:30 p.m. for Popcorn and a Movie. • Dec. 26 - The Smurfs (PG, 1:32) • Jan. 2 - […]
Come by the downtown library throughout winter break for a new craft each day.
The Elf on the Shelf left a seasonal craft to make over winter break. Come in any time during open hours to create with the available supplies. |
