Visit Pierre Moran throughout October to add a picture or special item to our ofrenda for a departed loved one. Or just write the name of your loved one to add.
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Bring LEGO creations to life with movement, sounds or lights by working with a team and using coding. This program is great for kids ages six and up. Registration for this program begins Sept. 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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For Día de los Muertos we’re hosting a traditional ofrenda (altar). Remember loved ones who have passed by leaving a note, memory or small offering like a photo, flower or memento.
Visit Pierre Moran throughout October to add a picture or special item to our ofrenda for a departed loved one. Or just write the name of your loved one to add. 
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Drop in for a free, fun afternoon of trick-or-treating in a family-friendly and safe environment. Wear a costume and pick out candy. Plus, face-painting, games, crafts and snacks. If you're interested in participating in the festivities, call Angie at 574-294-6418 by Oct. 17. Prepare for 200 participants. You should have pre-wrapped candy or alternative treats […] 
Join us for as we build social and motor skills with stories, song and a craft. Two sessions are offered for more families.
Gain social and literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes while making new friends and more at the Cleveland Branch. |
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Share the latest on your favorite TV shows and movies. Discuss fan theories and hidden gems. Plus, we'll watch trailers for what's coming up.
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Join us for family-friendly spooky horror movies with free popcorn and drinks. Vote for what we watch from the following: Hotel Translyvania Halloweentown Hocus Pocus Ghostbusters Monster House The Nightmare Before Christmas Scooby-Doo Casper Addams Family Values Goosebumps After 7 p.m. we'll switch to R-rated options: Final Destination (2025) Pet Sematary (1989) Scream (1996) 
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 costume for stories and games before we walk around the library to collect candy. 
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Come in your costume for games and treats. Plus, we'll have a costume contest with a prize for the winner. |
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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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Join an immersive talk with Barbara Morrow, author of Army Guy, Red Cross Girl: The Lives and Letters of Two Small-Town Hoosiers who Helped Win WWII. Through letters and photos of two Auburn, Ind. natives, it tells their stories of service in the Army and Red Cross. From preparing for D-Day to comforting troops fighting […] 
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¡Concurso de Disfraces de Esqueletos por el Día de los Muertos en la Biblioteca! Celebra con nosotros esta tradición especial y participa en nuestro concurso de disfraces de esqueletos, Habrá premios en tres categorías: Mejor disfraz tradicional Más creativo Mejor grupo ¡Ven a honrar el Día de los Muertos con estilo, imaginación y alegría! ¡Regístrate […]
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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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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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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.
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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For Día de los Muertos we’re hosting a traditional ofrenda (altar). Remember loved ones who have passed by leaving a note, memory or small offering like a photo, flower or memento. 
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. 
Drop into Pierre Moran anytime from 4 to 6 p.m. for an all-ages open coloring session. Relax, get creative and use our available supplies. Snack on cookies while you work. 
Take our monthly build challenge and share it with the group. We'll vote on a winner, who gets a prize. Plus, each month, enter your name for our December LEGO set drawing. |
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Songwriters and libraries have one thing in common -- too many stories to tell. Experience the music of the area's best creative talents and their friends in a new way. Beverages will be available for purchase, no cover charge. This event is designated Well Crafted by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and is […]
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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.
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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Songwriters and libraries have one thing in common -- too many stories to tell. Experience the music of the area's best creative talents and their friends in a new way. Beverages will be available for purchase, no cover charge. This event is designated Well Crafted by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and is […] 
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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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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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 […]
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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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri to create a painting. Registration for this event begins Oct. 1.
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Create beautiful and unique patterned artwork on rocks with our provided materials.
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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Heading into enrollment season, learn how to pick the right supplemental policy that fits your needs with experts from Weiss Financial Ratings. You can find a customized policy for free with your library card.
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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. |
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Discover 10 warnings of Alzheimer's and what steps to take during this informative program. Purdue Extension Elkhart County will lead this discussion. Register by calling 574-533-0554 or emailing fink24@purdue.edu. El Alzheimer es una enfermedad cerebral que provoca un deterioro gradual de la memoria, el pensamiento y el razonamiento. Descubra los 10 signos de alerta y […]
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Play games and try to catch yourself a turkey to win a prize. Plus, we'll have stories and more fun.
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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Stations of playdough fun and creation to explore and play with. Make something to take home.
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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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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Learn about a famous artist and their signature technique, and then put it into practice while creating your own masterpiece. This session, we'll be practicing impressionism like Monet.
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Learning sketching and painting techniques to create artwork. We'll snack on cookies while we work. Registration for this program opens Oct. 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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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.
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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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
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.
The Friends of EPL conduct regular business meetings at 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. The meetings are open to the public. Click here to learn more about the Friends. |
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Play the Mexican bingo-like game that's easy to learn and fast to play. Practice Spanish words while winning prizes and eating snacks. Divértete y juega a la lotería, come deliciosos aperitivos y gana permios! 
Take a new challenge each month and see what you can create with other kids.
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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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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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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Sign up with Give Blood Now to donate your blood and save lives during this season of high-need.
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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 Oct. 1.
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Make a variety of turkeys out of candy and cookies. Take them home for decoration, holiday favors or gobble them up. Registration for this program opens Oct. 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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Kick off Thanksgiving break by spending an evening playing games, making crafts and enjoying snacks. Wear comfy clothes and come hang out. |
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Begin learning the Microsoft Excel with an introductory lesson. Start with cells and changing fonts. Call 574.294.2847 to reserve a spot in the class. |
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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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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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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. Sessions are available only on days when Elkhart schools are in session.
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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri to create a unique and beautiful mosaic rock. The result is a great DIY gift or something to decorate your space. This program is for ages 6 and up, including adults.
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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.
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.
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.
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. 
Build literacy early literacy skills through fun and interactive stories and activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break.
Drop into Pierre Moran anytime from 4 to 6 p.m. for an all-ages open coloring session. Relax, get creative and use our available supplies. Snack on cookies while you work. |
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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.
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 […]
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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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. |
