Children and adults grow and connect through dancing and playing in a nurturing environment.
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Create simple art by drawing birds and their houses and use watercolor paint to finish them.
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Create and destress by painting with local artist Mary Ezzell. Registration for this program opens Aug. 1.
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The county-wide finals. See who will win it all. The preliminary round is on Sept. 12 at EPL. 
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. This Storytime takes a break on Aug. 18 and 25. 
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 stories and activities. |
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Relax, unwind and connect with others over a complimentary cup of coffee while coloring with our colored pencils and sheets. Bringing your own materials is welcome, too. 
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. 
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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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. 
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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Children and adults grow and connect through dancing and playing in a nurturing environment.
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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. This Storytime takes a break on Aug. 18 and 25.
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 stories and activities. |
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Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. Bring old photos, concert tickets or mementos to transform into personalized journals. The hands-on event allows for creativity to combine with sustainability and socializing with others. All materials are supplied, but feel free to bring your own to contribute.
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LEGO building isn’t just for kids. Join other adult brick builders to construct a challenge piece or build your own creation using our stash. Registration for this program starts Sept. 1.
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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. |
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Fans of all ages are invited to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first Winnie-the-Pooh book. Bring a favorite book, stuffed bear or Pooh-themed item for an 11 a.m. discussion on the history of the timeless bear. Plus, crafts, games, snacks and continuous movie showings all day. Meet and play with cats available for adoption from the Humane Society of Elkhart County. |
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5 events,Immerse little ones in English and Spanish at this bilingual time of stories, songs and rhymes.
Children and adults grow and connect through dancing and playing in a nurturing environment. 
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. This Storytime takes a break on Aug. 18 and 25.
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 stories and activities. |
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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.
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Learn new painting techniques from instructor Linda Pieri. We’ll be painting a harvest moon. Registration for this event opens Sept. 1.
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Join us in person or remotely for an afternoon of genealogy presentations covering topics like: -Starting Your Genealogy Journey -Cluster Research -Building your Digital Family History Archive -Researching Your Revolutionary War Soldier The programs are provided by the Genealogy Education Network (GEN), a multi-state initiative to connect libraries/genealogical societies and provide educational and research opportunities […]
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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. 
Get little ones, ages 1 to 3, moving and dancing with music, rhymes and sing-alongs to build motor and literacy skills. |
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Join a special all-ages Storytime featuring members of the Elkhart Symphony’s Zephyr Wind Quintet. Hear a story come to life with live accompaniment and learn about the instruments in the symphony. This program is supported by the Friends of EPL. |
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Children and adults grow and connect through dancing and playing in a nurturing environment.
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Join us each third Monday to build with LEGOs and make them move and complete tasks with coding skills. Registration for this program starts Sept. 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. This Storytime takes a break on Aug. 18 and 25.
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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Come in to make a buddy over fall break. Using soda tabs, bolts, beads and buttons, we’ll make a unique creation. We'll be using wire and pliers, so this program is best for ages 6 and up. |
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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 stories and activities. |
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Let your creative side out using our paint markers on a mini canvas. Take home your art or display it at the library when you’re done.
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. 
Enjoy a delightful selection of family-friendly movies with the latest hits paired with PG-13 favorites. Grab free popcorn and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of movies. Aug. 27 – “The Sheep Detectives” (PG, 1:50) and “Project Hail Mary” (PG-13, 2:36) Sept. 24 - “Toy Story 5” (PG, 1:42) and “Supergirl” (PG-13, 1:50) Oct. 22 - “Minions & Monsters” […] |
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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. |
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Children and adults grow and connect through dancing and playing in a nurturing environment.
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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. This Storytime takes a break on Aug. 18 and 25.
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. |
9 events,
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 stories and activities. |
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Drop in for our free spooktacular afternoon or safe trick-or-treating in a family-friendly environment. Plus, crafts, games, snacks and candy-alternative treats. Vendors interested in participating should call 574-294-5418 and ask for Angie by Oct. 16.
Early literacy fun through experiencing music, stories and hands-on activities. |
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Come in costume for stories, games and activities before we walk around to collect candy. |
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