Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on April 6 for spring break.
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Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on April 6 for spring break.
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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 March 1.
See what you will create with your monthly challenge and vote for your favorite build. |
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Find a summer job at our third annual job fair. Meet with local companies looking to hire.
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 Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months. |
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Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.
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. |
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Jake Webster, local artist and writer, hosts this special open-mic event during National Poetry Month. This series gives everyone a chance to take the mic with an original written work or song. Or share someone else's published work if you're moved by it. The events are free and no registration is necessary.
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Celebrate our children with an unforgettable evening of treats, games, prizes, pińatas and free books. Rain date is Wednesday, May 6.
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. |
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Come in play clothes and let little ones explore and learn through sensory play. |
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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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Books come to life as members of the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra accompany stories read by librarians during this special storytime for the whole family. This program is supported by the Friends of EPL. |
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Appreciation Card Workshop
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Drop in anytime during open hours to create a heartfelt card of appreciation for a grown-up in your life.
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Drop in to the branch from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the original “Star Wars” trilogy playing. Plus, activities for kids while they watch. A New Hope - PG, 2:01 Empire Strikes Back - PG, 2:04 Return of the Jedi - PG, 2:11
Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on April 6 for spring break. |
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Appreciation Card Workshop
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Drop in anytime during open hours to create a heartfelt card of appreciation for a grown-up in your life.
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 Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.
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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Appreciation Card Workshop
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Drop in anytime during open hours to create a heartfelt card of appreciation for a grown-up in your life.
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Use your imagination and create while moving through the activity stations.
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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Drop in anytime during open hours to create a heartfelt card of appreciation for a grown-up in your life.
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.
Build with our LEGOs at Osolo. Come in and we'll challenge you to build something and share it with the group. |
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Appreciation Card Workshop
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Drop in anytime during open hours to create a heartfelt card of appreciation for a grown-up in your life.
Meet Miss Debbie with Elkhart County Parks naturalists for a book discussion and nature activity. Dress for the weather. Books are geared to ages 8-12, and advanced reading is not required. Upcoming books: March 13 - “Brighty of the Grand Canyon” by Marguerite Henry April 10 - “Grand Teton Stampede” by C.R. Fulton May 8 - “Heartwood Hotel: Family Forever” by […]
Enjoy themed bingo for the whole family. Win snacks and prizes. May 8 - Ocean creature bingo June 19 - Playing card bingo July 10 - State trivia bingo |
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Drop in anytime during open hours to create a heartfelt card of appreciation for a grown-up in your life. |
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Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on April 6 for spring break.
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Share your latest reads – good and bad – with other avid readers at this “no assigned book” book club. |
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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 Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.
Storytime teaches children important early literacy skills. Miss Angie leads this time of reading, singing, talking, and playing together. Please note this Storytime pauses on April 7 for spring break and on July 7 for Independence Day. |
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Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.
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. |
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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.
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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Find out everything you should consider before you ditch your cable service. Learn about library resources and more streaming options.
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An immersive storytelling program featuring players and coaches of the 2002 South Bend Golden Hawks, a professional women’s tackle football team. Narrated by longtime South Bend Tribune sportswriter and presented in partnership with The Acting Ensemble of Mishawaka, it provides first-hand accounts and reflections on learning the game, challenges they faced and what it means to […] |
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Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on April 6 for spring break.
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Build and create with others while learning coding skills to make LEGOs move, play sounds and more. Registration for this program starts April 1.
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Dunlap's LEGO Club continues on a new day. Take our monthly challenge, share your build and enter our year-long drawing for a LEGO set at the December program. |
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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 Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.
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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Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.
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. |
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Join us for fun and enriching activities to build a community supporting adults with intellectual disabilities. Explore creativity, build skills and connect.
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. Join us for free popcorn and a showing of a classic family movie. May 21 - "Beethoven" (PG, 1:27) June 18 - "A Goofy Movie" (G, 1:18) July 16 - "Free Willy" (PG, 1:52) |
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The legendary Darryl Buchanan leads off the seventh season of Curbside Concerts on May 22. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase - That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, […]
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Get set for the Summer Reading Challenge with popcorn, activities and a film canister rocket. Plus, pick up some great books.
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Start the summer reading challenge with a mini ice cream sandwich and toppings, while supplies last. Plus, activities, games and books. |
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Dance and play together with your toddler to build movement and have fun. This program pauses on April 6 for spring break. Get away from the stress of finals week with different relaxing activities each evening. |
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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 Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.
Storytime teaches children important early literacy skills. Miss Angie leads this time of reading, singing, talking, and playing together. Please note this Storytime pauses on April 7 for spring break and on July 7 for Independence Day. |
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Learn literacy and motor skills with Miss Debbie through songs, stories and a craft. There are two sessions to accommodate more families.
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. |
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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.
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Enjoy popcorn and a free movie. We're watching "The Spongebob Squarepants Movie: Search for Squarepants" (PG, 1:28).
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We finally got the Sapen brothers. BLAMMO is coming to Curbside Concerts on May 29. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase - That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn. Bring a camp chair, bring a blanket, […]
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Drop into Osolo for an end-of-school all-day movie marathon of family favorites. Movies are: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile (PG, 1:46) Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG, 1:34) Dog Man (PG, 1:33) The Wild Robot (PG, 1:41) The Bad Guys (PG, 1:40)
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Join us at each neighborhood branch on Mondays in June for games, activities, the Book Bus, prizes and free Kona Ice. The Friends of EPL supports this program. June 1 - Osolo June 8 - Cleveland June 15 - Pierre Moran June 22 - Dunlap |
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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 Mr. Manley for songs, instruments, and movement activities to build motor and literacy skills for infants from 6 to 24 months.
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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Build early literacy skills through fun and interactive stories and activities. For the summer months, this Storytime offers two sessions -- at 9:30 and 11 a.m. -- to serve more families.
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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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. A free, seven-week program focusing on learning Spanish at an elementary age level through vocabulary lessons, games and activities. Registration for this program opens May 1.
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Build with our LEGOs at Osolo. Come in and we'll challenge you to build something and share it with the group. |
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The Erly returns to the roof with their brand of Americana rock as the seventh season of Curbside Concerts rolls on June 5. Curbside Concerts are free to attend. Food and beverages are available for purchase - That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream Shop will be here with us along with Shirley's Gourmet […]
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Relax by painting a design on a rock. Take home your art or leave it to brighten the outdoor space at our branch.
Come in play clothes and let little ones explore and learn through sensory play. |
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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. |