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Lego Challenge
Lego Challenge
See if you're up to our challenge to build something exciting and creative. We'll vote on a winner. Masks are required for everyone over the age of 2.
Free
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Dunlap Book Worms
Dunlap Book Worms
Join us for a discussion every month. For information about joining or getting a copy of the book, please contact Sue Eller at seller@myepl.org. Here is the 2022 reading list: May- American Dirt (Fiction) June- Hunger Games (Young Adult) July- Where the Crawdads sing (Fiction) August- West with the Night (Non-fiction) September- The day the […]
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Anime Club
Anime Club
Anime Club is a club for teen fans of anime and manga that meets the first Tuesday of each month. Come watch your favorite anime shows and enjoy a Japanese snack.
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Coffee and Canvas for Adults
Coffee and Canvas for Adults
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Adults will follow along with artist Linda Pieri and make their own masterpiece. Coffee will be provided.
Free
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Cleveland Branch Ribbon Cutting
Cleveland Branch Ribbon Cutting
Help us celebrate the completion of the Cleveland Branch renovations with a ribbon cutting ceremony, followed by refreshments and tours of the new branch.
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Computer One-on-One
Computer One-on-One
Call the Computer Center at 574-294-2847 to reserve 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help from our experts. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Time slots are listed below. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m.
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Music at Cleveland – Cool Change
Music at Cleveland – Cool Change
Join us for coffee and music from Cool Change, with support from the Friends of the Elkhart Public Library.
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Curbside Concerts: Zach DuBois
Curbside Concerts: Zach DuBois
Zach DuBois and his band will perform live on our roof, right above our downtown curbside pickup window that’s open six days a week. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. People can watch the band from the library parking lot, which will be fenced and open to all ages (only the marked alcohol sale area […]
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Pop Up Friends of EPL Book Sale
Pop Up Friends of EPL Book Sale
Join us the Cleveland Branch for a pop up book sale. Lots of deals and great titles to be had. This is part of Cleveland Week.
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Wild About Summer Reading
Wild About Summer Reading
Come meet some Potawatomi Zoo animals at the newly renovated Cleveland Branch, along with other great activities and facepainting. There will be information about the 2022 Summer Reading Challenge and more!
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On The Heritage Tale: Meet the Mousleys
On The Heritage Tale: Meet the Mousleys
Join us for an all ages interactive reading of The Mousleys at Ruthmere by author Andrea Barbour. In the book, the Mousley family explores the city of Elkhart in 1914. Learn about Elkhart's amazing history and be taken back in time through a great story. "On The Heritage Tale" is Elkhart Public Library's week-long celebration […]
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On The Heritage Tale: “Over in the Meadow and Arroz Con Leche”
On The Heritage Tale: “Over in the Meadow and Arroz Con Leche”
Juan Carlos Alarcón presenta un evento único de música y cuentos basado en populares libros de niños. Juan Carlos es un músico local, ganador de un premio Grammy y comprometido con la divulgación educativa. Ha actuado en el Carnegie Hall, está cursando su doctorado en la Universidad de Notre Dame y actualmente forma parte de […]
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Computer One-on-One
Computer One-on-One
Call the Computer Center at 574-294-2847 to reserve 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help from our experts. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Time slots are listed below. 2:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m.
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On The Heritage Tale: WordPlay at the Library
On The Heritage Tale: WordPlay at the Library
Elkhart's favorite open-mic show is coming to the downtown library. John Homan and friends share original works, including songs and poetry, at these always creative and occasionally weird events. Please note, WordPlay content may veer into mature themes, so audiences generally are 18-and-over. If you would like to participate, pre-register by contacting us. "On The […]
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On The Heritage Tale: Paul Thomas
On The Heritage Tale: Paul Thomas
Paul Thomas wasn't really around in 1839 when Elkhart was founded, but he knows all the stories. Elkhart's 98-year-old official historian will share a lifetime of memories during our week-long celebration of local stories and storytellers, "On The Heritage Tale." This program promises to be fun for kids of all ages. Other "Heritage Tale" events: Monday: […]
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Curbside Concerts: Darryl Buchanan and the Soul Motown Allstars
Curbside Concerts: Darryl Buchanan and the Soul Motown Allstars
Darryl Buchanan and his band will perform live on our roof, right above our downtown curbside pickup window that’s open six days a week. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. People can watch the band from the library parking lot, which will be fenced and open to all ages (only the marked alcohol sale area […]
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Garden Pests with Gwen
Garden Pests with Gwen
Master gardener Gwen Ferland will discuss garden pests and how best to deal with them.
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Fight For Your Right to FOIA
Fight For Your Right to FOIA
The Hoosier State Press Association will give an educational presentation on the public's rights concerning government transparency.
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Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories, songs and fun while practicing social skills and meeting other caregivers and parents. Note that there's now a 10:30 a.m. storytime, same as the 9:30 a.m., just with another convenient time.
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Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
A second Storytime session with Miss Debbie. Same as the earlier program, just at another convenient time.
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Fourth Thursday Lego Club
Fourth Thursday Lego Club
Receive a new challenge every month to see what you can build and at the end we'll share the story behind your build.
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Curbside Concerts: Anna p.s.
Curbside Concerts: Anna p.s.
Anna p.s. will perform live on our roof, right above our downtown curbside pickup window that’s open six days a week. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. People can watch the band from the library parking lot, which will be fenced and open to all ages (only the marked alcohol sale area is 21-and-over). Parking […]
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Program in a Bag – Art Contest Kit
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) This bag contains a small canvas brush and paint so that a masterpiece can be made! This is the perfect entry for the art contest. Pick up will begin Wednesday, June 1.
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Fun Family Movie: “Encanto”
Fun Family Movie: “Encanto”
Join us for free popcorn and a showing of "Encanto." You're not sick of "We Don't Talk About Bruno" are you?
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Rhyme Time
Rhyme Time
Come to our summer storytime for ages 0-5. We will read stories, sing songs and have lots of movement that's perfect for growing minds. Stay after for a simple craft or sensory play experience.
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Chihuly Inspired Plastic Bottle Chandelier
Chihuly Inspired Plastic Bottle Chandelier
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities) Learn about American glass artist Dale Chihuly and make a chandelier inspired by his work. Also help Miss Debbie make one for her office. Children attending should be comfortable using scissors.
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Canvas Painting with Linda
Canvas Painting with Linda
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities. If you'd like to join a waitlist for this program please email Sue Eller) Create your own masterpiece as guided by local artist Linda Pieri.
Free
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Curbside Concerts: Tumbleweed Jumpers
Curbside Concerts: Tumbleweed Jumpers
The Tumbleweed Jumpers will perform live on our roof, right above our downtown curbside pickup window that’s open six days a week. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. People can watch the band from the library parking lot, which will be fenced and open to all ages (only the marked alcohol sale area is 21-and-over). […]
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Books and Boots
Books and Boots
Dunlap Branch and Elkhart County Parks are hosting a book club the first Friday of each month, aimed at children ages 9-12. There will be a book discussion followed by an activity led by Elkhart County Parks. This month we will be reading The Wild Robot by Peter Brown, a story about a robot who […]
Free
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