MHAM hosts their annual Journey of the Mind Through Visual Artistic Expression exhibit in the downtown atrium through Wednesday, March 11. Read more about the art exhibition here.
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Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on May 25 for Memorial Day 
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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Kristen Edson, EPL's Executive Director, will answer questions and take your ideas about our public library. These events give you a chance to talk casually with Kristen, who came to Elkhart in the fall of 2025. 
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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Relax, unwind and connect with others with free coffee, coloring sheets and colored pencils. 
Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. This Storytime moves to two sessions in June. 
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher. Please consider if your child will be entering kindergarten before registering. Registration for this program starts Feb. 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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Kristen Edson, EPL's Executive Director, will answer questions and take your ideas about our public library. These events give you a chance to talk casually with Kristen, who came to Elkhart in the fall of 2025.
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Join Miss Debbie at Ox Bow Haus at Ox Bow County Park with naturalist James to learn about winter birds in our area. We'll create a pinecone bird feeder, too. Come dressed for a hike. |
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A story comes to life as members of the Elkhart County Symphony String Quartet accompany "The Noisy Paint Box" by Barb Rosenstock, read by a librarian, during this special storytime for the whole family. 
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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MHAM hosts their annual Journey of the Mind Through Visual Artistic Expression exhibit in the downtown atrium through Wednesday, March 11. Read more about the art exhibition here.
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on May 25 for Memorial Day
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Join our monthly book discussions at the Osolo Branch. Upcoming titles: July 14 - "My Friends" by Frederik Backman Aug. 11 - "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kidd Sept. 15 - "The Canary Girls" by Jennifer Chiavernini Oct. 12 - "Winter Garden" by Kristen Hannah |
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Kristen Edson, EPL's Executive Director, will answer questions and take your ideas about our public library. These events give you a chance to talk casually with Kristen, who came to Elkhart in the fall of 2025.
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(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Follow local artist Linda Pieri as we create a new painting each month. Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.
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Bring your friends to play Mario Kart on our Nintendo Switch. Just come in and have fun. |
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Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. This Storytime moves to two sessions in June.
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher. Please consider if your child will be entering kindergarten before registering. Registration for this program starts Feb. 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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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. 
Kids shouldn’t have all the LEGO fun. Join other adult brick builders to complete a challenge or create your own build from our LEGO stash. |
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Kristen Edson, EPL's Executive Director, will answer questions and take your ideas about our public library. These events give you a chance to talk casually with Kristen, who came to Elkhart in the fall of 2025.
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Bring the family for a fun night of music-themed bingo. Win snacks and small prizes. Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.
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Discover the hidden bunny characters around our branch from March 16 to April 11 and win a prize. Then, use your creativity to create a bunny in disguise for our wall of fame.
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on May 25 for Memorial Day
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Work as a team to bring LEGO creations to life by coding it to light up, play sounds or move. This program is geared for kids ages 6 and up. Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.
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Join us for free popcorn and a double-feature of Zootopia (PG, 1:48) and Zootopia 2 (PG, 1:50). |
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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. 
The Elkhart Public Library meets the third Tuesday of each month to discuss library business. Learn more about the board and upcoming meeting here. |
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Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. This Storytime moves to two sessions in June.
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher. Please consider if your child will be entering kindergarten before registering. Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.
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Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative. This month, we're creating paper quilt blocks. Upcoming projects: • April 15 - Birdhouse painting or decorating • May 20 - Birds and bees vintage bookmark • June 17 - Diamond art |
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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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Join us for free popcorn and a classic family movie. We're watching "Matilda" (PG, 1:38).
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Create something new while socializing with others. We're making diamond art plant stakes. Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.
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Michelle Nash, curator for Elkhart County Historical Museum shares how to preserve family treasures like photographs, textiles and papers. |
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Discover the hidden bunny characters around our branch from March 16 to April 11 and win a prize. Then, use your creativity to create a bunny in disguise for our wall of fame.
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on May 25 for Memorial Day 
See what you will create with your monthly challenge and vote for your favorite build.
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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Whether you have work experience or are ready to jump into the job market, we’re here to help you take the next steps with a free resumé workshop.
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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Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. This Storytime moves to two sessions in June.
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher. Please consider if your child will be entering kindergarten before registering. Registration for this program starts Feb. 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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What’s that snack and what’s better - name brand or generic? Come see if you can taste the difference. Registration for this program starts Feb. 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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The reading competition for fifth- and sixth-graders returns. Support your school and see who takes home the trophy this year. |
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Create a favorite book or movie scene using marshmallow Peeps for our annual diorama contest. Starting Monday, March 30, pick up Peeps and a box at Cleveland while supplies last. Create your diorama using a shoe box, paper, markers, beads or other craft supplies. Submissions will be accepted at Cleveland April 1-14. Full rules: • […]
Discover the hidden bunny characters around our branch from March 16 to April 11 and win a prize. Then, use your creativity to create a bunny in disguise for our wall of fame.
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on May 25 for Memorial Day
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 us for stories and activities, followed by a hunt for eggs. Everyone takes home a treat.
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Create a unique set of cards with Mrs. Carol by rubbing flowers onto paper. Registration for this program opens Feb. 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,
Relax, unwind and connect with others with free coffee, coloring sheets and colored pencils.
Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive activities. This Storytime pauses on April 8 for spring break. This Storytime moves to two sessions in June.
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Prepare your soon-to-be-kindergartener with the skills they need in the classroom at this free nine-week program led by a former teacher. Please consider if your child will be entering kindergarten before registering. Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.
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Join us for a free puppet show with Roz Puppets. Then, we'll hunt for eggs around the library. Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs. Everyone leaves with a prize. There is a second program at 5 p.m. to serve more families.
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 us for a free puppet show with Roz Puppets. Then, we'll hunt for eggs around the library. Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs. Everyone leaves with a prize. There is a second program at 5 p.m. to serve more families. |
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Bring your stuffed animal friend for a Storytime, then leave them overnight at the library. We’ll show you pictures of their overnight adventures when they get picked up on Saturday. Registration for this program starts March 1.
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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. 
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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