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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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.
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.
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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. 
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. 
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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 […] 
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up. 
Join us for as we build social and motor skills with stories, song and a craft. Two sessions are offered for more families. |
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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) 
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Nov. 27, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays. |
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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. 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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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. 
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. |
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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.
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up. 
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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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 […]
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Nov. 27, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays.
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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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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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Share your latest reads – good and bad – with other avid readers at this “no assigned book” book club. 
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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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.
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. |
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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.
Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up. |
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Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Nov. 27, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays.
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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. |
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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. 
Miss Debbie joins with Elkhart County Parks naturalists for a book discussion and nature activity at Ox Bow County Park's Cottonwood Shelter. Advanced reading is not required. This program moves to Oct. 17 because of EPL staff training. Upcoming books: Friday, Oct. 17 - “Blue Bay Mystery" by Gertrude Chandler Warner Friday, Nov. 14 - […] |
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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. Help is only available on days when Elkhart schools are in session. |
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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. 
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. Nov. 18 - Cooking with an air fryer with Purdue Extension Elkhart County
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.
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up. |
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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!
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Nov. 27, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays. 
Take a new challenge each month and see what you can create with other kids. |
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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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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.
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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. |
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Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up. 
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.
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up. |
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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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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. 
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 […] 
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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.
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. |
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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.
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. |
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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.
Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up.
Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families. |
6 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.
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Please note, Little Explorers will pause on Nov. 27, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 for the holidays. 
Build with our LEGOs at Osolo. Come in and we'll challenge you to build something and share it with the group. This program will pause on Jan. 1 for the New Year's holiday. 
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. |
4 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.
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. |
