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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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.
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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. 
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. 
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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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. 
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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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. 
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. |
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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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Join our monthly book discussions at the Osolo Branch. Upcoming titles: March 9 - Any book about Amelia Earhart April 13 - "The Clinic" by Cate Quinn May 11 - "Someone Knows" by Lisa Scottoline June 8 - "The Spectacular" by Fiona Davis July 13 - "My Friends" by Frederik Backman
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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.
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Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri to create a painting. Registration for this event begins 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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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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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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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. |
5 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. 
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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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Dance the morning away with Danny Go, take home a craft and create fun memories.
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Enjoy stories, activities and gingerbread house making. Please let us know about any food allergies you may have. |
5 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.
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 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. 
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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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 […] |
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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. 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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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. Email Audrey Rush at arush@elkhartcoa.org to register or for more information. Upcoming topics and projects: March 17 - Charcuterie 101 (Register for this session by emailing fink24@purdue.edu or by calling 574-533-0554) […]
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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Get creative together while making holiday decor at this special program for teens and adults. Make a personalized decoration or last-minute gift. Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.
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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 |
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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. 
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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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. 
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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.
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Join us for popcorn and a free movie over winter break. We're watching "The Nightmare Before Christmas" (PG, 1:16). |
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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. |
4 events,
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. |
6 events,
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.
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Join us for popcorn and a free movie over winter break. Today we're watching "Thunderbolts" (PG-13, 2:07). |
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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. |
3 events,
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. |
