Storytime at Pierre Moran
Storytime at Pierre Moran
Enjoy stories, songs and more during this interactive Storytime that is sure to get kids moving.
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Stories in the Garden
Stories in the Garden
Enjoy free (for county residents) Tuesdays at Wellfield Botanic Gardens and a Storytime in the Children's Garden.
3 events,
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories and songs while practicing social skills and motor skills. Two sessions are available fro your convenience, one at 9:30 a.m. and the same program again at 10:30 a.m.
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories, songs, rhymes and motor skills. There's also a second, 9:30 a.m. session. Same storytime, two convenient times.
Eviction and Housing Clinic
Eviction and Housing Clinic
Free legal advice regarding evictions and housing issues is provided by the Volunteer Lawyer Network. Sessions are on a first-come, first-served basis. La Red de Abogados Voluntarios responderá a las preguntas y asesorará, por orden de llegada, sobre cuestiones relacionadas con los propietarios e inquilinos durante su Clínica de Desahucio y Vivienda.
3 events,
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is for toddler and preschool-age children that want to explore and be curious. We'll enjoy stories and music but also play and try experiments and sensory activities. Older siblings are welcome, too.
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Dusty the Dog: A Handwashing Program
Dusty the Dog: A Handwashing Program
Join Dusty the Dog, Sneezy Sam and Madison from the Elkhart County Health Department for an informative and hands-on program about germs and how to fight them.
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Potawatomi Zoo at the Library
Potawatomi Zoo at the Library
See some of the zoo animals up close while learning more about them. You might even get to pet one.
4 events,
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Curbside Concerts: Joe Baughman and the Righteous Few
Curbside Concerts: Joe Baughman and the Righteous Few
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we're all about reunions. But this might be the band you haven't heard before ... and we promise you will want to see them again and again. JB+RF is a folk rock ensemble with takes on the daily Middle American existence and personal sadsackery. These Friday night […]
Books and Boots
Books and Boots
Miss Debbie from Dunlap Branch and Phelicia from Elkhart County Parks host a book club best for ages 8 to 12, but the whole family is invited. A book discussion and an outdoor activity to follow. In case of inclement weather, meet at Dunlap. Upcoming books: Aug. 4 - Island of the Blue Dolphin by […]
D&D at PMB
D&D at PMB
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or bring your dice and join a new seven-week campaign.
Free
1 event,
Friends of EPL Book Sale
Friends of EPL Book Sale
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.
0 events,
4 events,
Engineering Table – STEM Challenges
Take a new STEM challenge during open hours. Learn how things work with hands-on experiments. Challenge changes every two weeks.
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Triple-P: Setting Healthy Screen Time Guidelines
Triple-P: Setting Healthy Screen Time Guidelines
Triple-P hosts a parenting workshop at the Downtown library. In this session, parents will learn why too much screen time can lead to problems, how to set healthy limits on screen time for children ages 2-12 and how to establish consequences that work. Children of parents attending the workshop are invited to LEGO Challenge. To […]
LEGO Challenge
LEGO Challenge
Create your own design each month, we'll talk about what we built and vote on our favorite build. Winners will receive a small prize. Each month you can put your name into a drawing for a LEGO set that we will draw in May. The more you come, the more chances you have to win.
Dunlap Bookworms
Dunlap Bookworms
Join a book discussion at Dunlap on the first Monday, except holidays. For information on attending or getting a copy of the book, please contact Sue Eller at 574-875-3100.
7 events,
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Preschool Drive-in Movie
Preschool Drive-in Movie
Use your creativity to make a car from a cardboard box. Then settle in for some short movies to entertain your preschooler.
Movie and Popcorn
Movie and Popcorn
Join us monthly for a free movie and popcorn. June 6 - DC League of Super-Pets July 11 - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Aug. 8 - Minions: The Rise of Gru
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Cactus Rock Painting
Cactus Rock Painting
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Paint a rock to look like a cactus or make a pet rock.
Free
5 events,
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories and songs while practicing social skills and motor skills. Two sessions are available fro your convenience, one at 9:30 a.m. and the same program again at 10:30 a.m.
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Camp Read-A-Lot for Littles
Camp Read-A-Lot for Littles
Join Miss Janell in Camp Read-A-Lot. Share stories and songs around the campfire, go on a bear hunt, make a craft and set up a tent.
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories, songs, rhymes and motor skills. There's also a second, 9:30 a.m. session. Same storytime, two convenient times.
3 events,
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is for toddler and preschool-age children that want to explore and be curious. We'll enjoy stories and music but also play and try experiments and sensory activities. Older siblings are welcome, too.
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Executive Session: Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees
Executive Session: Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees
The Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 8, 2023. The meeting location will be the lower level meeting rooms of the Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN 46516. The Board of Trustees will meet to receive and discuss information about a real property transaction, as […]
4 events,
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Curbside Concerts: High Gravity
Curbside Concerts: High Gravity
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we're all about reunions. High Gravity keeps their streak of playing our roof - rock from the '70s to today, maybe even a little Rage Against The Machine if you're good. These Friday night shows are free and start at 7pm. Las Patronas food truck and beer/wine/pop/water […]
D&D at PMB
D&D at PMB
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or bring your dice and join a new seven-week campaign.
Free
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Teen and Young Adult Clue Whodunit?
Teen and Young Adult Clue Whodunit?
The classic game of Clue comes off the board and into a scavenger hunt around the library. During this after-hours event, search the clues, solve the mystery and enjoy pizza and snacks.
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3 events,
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Roz Puppets
Roz Puppets
Join the fun as Roz Puppets performs “The Frog Prince,” the funny story of a frog looking for adventure outside of his swamp.
Junior Theatre Camp
Junior Theatre Camp
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Join a fun introductory theatre camp. We'll practice Monday through Friday afternoon and perform for our families on Friday evening.
Free
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Readers Roundtable
Readers Roundtable
Share your latest reads and recommendations from other avid readers at this casual, no-assigned-reading book club.
5 events,
Junior Theatre Camp
Junior Theatre Camp
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Join a fun introductory theatre camp. We'll practice Monday through Friday afternoon and perform for our families on Friday evening.
Free
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Eric Carle Collage
Eric Carle Collage
Eric Carle made some beautiful collages using painted tissue paper of animals. Make your own Eric Carle-style picture.
Storytime at Pierre Moran
Storytime at Pierre Moran
Enjoy stories, songs and more during this interactive Storytime that is sure to get kids moving.
7 events,
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories and songs while practicing social skills and motor skills. Two sessions are available fro your convenience, one at 9:30 a.m. and the same program again at 10:30 a.m.
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
This Storytime is for the littlest ones, from birth to 24 months. Introduce literacy, motor skills and language concepts to your baby through stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories, songs, rhymes and motor skills. There's also a second, 9:30 a.m. session. Same storytime, two convenient times.
4 events,
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is for toddler and preschool-age children that want to explore and be curious. We'll enjoy stories and music but also play and try experiments and sensory activities. Older siblings are welcome, too.
Junior Theatre Camp
Junior Theatre Camp
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Join a fun introductory theatre camp. We'll practice Monday through Friday afternoon and perform for our families on Friday evening.
Free
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Paint Your Own Pottery
Paint Your Own Pottery
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Christina McCormick from The Hunny Pot Studio leads a session on decorating pottery pieces. This program is best for adults.
Free
3 events,
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Curbside Concerts: Gretchen’s Revenge
Curbside Concerts: Gretchen’s Revenge
Curbside Concerts are back for Year 4, and we're all about reunions. Gretchen's Revenge was The Band to See in Michiana until they took a break to be adults. This group puts its own take on great songs from Coldplay to Cheap Trick, Fleetwood Mac to Alanis Morissette. These Friday night shows are free and […]
Junior Theatre Camp
Junior Theatre Camp
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Join a fun introductory theatre camp. We'll practice Monday through Friday afternoon and perform for our families on Friday evening.
Free
D&D at PMB
D&D at PMB
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or bring your dice and join a new seven-week campaign.
Free
0 events,
0 events,
3 events,
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Adult Crafternoon – Glass Marble Sun Catchers
Adult Crafternoon – Glass Marble Sun Catchers
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Meet others and learn new craft skills. This month we're making an eye-catching sun catcher with patterned glass marbles.
Free
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Cookies and Canvas Junior
Cookies and Canvas Junior
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Develop painting skills and create something beautiful together. Great for ages 5-10.
Free
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Triple-P: Manejando el tiempo que usa la tecnología
Triple-P: Manejando el tiempo que usa la tecnología
En esta presentación aprenderemos: -Por qué demasiado tiempo frente a las pantallas puede causar problemas -Cómo establecer límites saludables para el uso de la technología por niños de 2 a 12 años -Cómo implementar consecuencias que funcionen Para registrarse
5 events,
EPL Branches: Fun in the Sun
EPL Branches: Fun in the Sun
Branches are hosting summer fun. Same party, different place. Choose a date and branch to visit or come to them all. We'll have summer fun including water balloons, noodle games, snacks and prizes. July 18 - Dunlap
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Messy Play Day
Messy Play Day
Make a mess at the library. Your kids will love the sensory activities that develop motor and language skills, we’ll clean up.
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Teen DIY Stickers
Teen DIY Stickers
Create your own stickers for your water bottle, notebook, phone case or anything else.
7 events,
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories and songs while practicing social skills and motor skills. Two sessions are available fro your convenience, one at 9:30 a.m. and the same program again at 10:30 a.m.
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
This Storytime is for the littlest ones, from birth to 24 months. Introduce literacy, motor skills and language concepts to your baby through stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories, songs, rhymes and motor skills. There's also a second, 9:30 a.m. session. Same storytime, two convenient times.
3 events,
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is for toddler and preschool-age children that want to explore and be curious. We'll enjoy stories and music but also play and try experiments and sensory activities. Older siblings are welcome, too.
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Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Bring out our creativity and create an acrylic painting. This program is great for ages 11-17.
Free
3 events,
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Jazz Fest Afterparty: Bumpus
Jazz Fest Afterparty: Bumpus
The funk is back. Chicago-based Bumpus has stayed true to its roots and is still "Fresh" - the band gets its inspiration from the sounds of that classic Sly and the Family Stone record. With deep bass, horns and organ, band members bring the energy of James Brown with the cool of Marvin Gaye. They've […]
D&D at PMB
D&D at PMB
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or bring your dice and join a new seven-week campaign.
Free
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Jazz Fest Preparty: Dylan Tolbert
Jazz Fest Preparty: Dylan Tolbert
Dylan Tolbert is a talented multi-instrumentalist. It's clear from first album, Tolbert Drive, the inspirations come from a love and appreciation of Stevie Wonder, U2, Marvin Gaye and Prince. These Jazz Fest parties are free shows outside, with bands playing on the roof of Elkhart Public Library. Bring a camp chair, bring your dancing shoes. […]
2 events,
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Jazz Fest Afterparty: Empire Strikes Brass
Jazz Fest Afterparty: Empire Strikes Brass
Finish off your Saturday night downtown with thumping rhythm and lush horns. Empire Strikes Brass is based in Asheville, N.C., crafting their sound in the legendary Echo Mountain Recording Studio. This rock jam will have a Second Line quality to it - expect a hot and memorable night in the city! This Jazz Fest Afterparty […]
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Jazz Fest Preparty: Lalo Cura
Jazz Fest Preparty: Lalo Cura
Simply put, Lalo Cura rocks. This Goshen-based band officially describes themselves as Latin-Soul Fusion, and they will bring powerful rhythms to get you moving. These Jazz Fest parties are free shows outside, with bands playing on the roof of Elkhart Public Library. Bring a camp chair, bring your dancing shoes. That Guys Gourmet Ribs will […]
0 events,
1 event,
Theater Camp
Theater Camp
Registration for this event is closed. Join our play and we'll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.
Free
3 events,
Theater Camp
Theater Camp
Registration for this event is closed. Join our play and we'll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.
Free
Storytime at Pierre Moran
Storytime at Pierre Moran
Enjoy stories, songs and more during this interactive Storytime that is sure to get kids moving.
Stories in the Garden
Stories in the Garden
Enjoy free (for county residents) Tuesdays at Wellfield Botanic Gardens and a Storytime in the Children's Garden.
5 events,
EPL Branches: Fun in the Sun
EPL Branches: Fun in the Sun
Branches are hosting summer fun. Same party, different place. Choose a date and branch to visit or come to them all. We'll have summer fun including water balloons, noodle games, snacks and prizes. July 18 - Dunlap
Theater Camp
Theater Camp
Registration for this event is closed. Join our play and we'll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.
Free
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Storytime with Miss Debbie
Join Miss Debbie for stories and songs while practicing social skills and motor skills. Two sessions are available fro your convenience, one at 9:30 a.m. and the same program again at 10:30 a.m.
2 events,
Theater Camp
Theater Camp
Registration for this event is closed. Join our play and we'll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.
Free
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is for toddler and preschool-age children that want to explore and be curious. We'll enjoy stories and music but also play and try experiments and sensory activities. Older siblings are welcome, too.
3 events,
D&D at PMB
D&D at PMB
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or bring your dice and join a new seven-week campaign.
Free
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Theater Camp
Theater Camp
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Join our play and we'll practice for four days before our performance. Great for ages 8 and up.
Teen Library Lock In
Teen Library Lock In
Spend an evening playing games, making things and eating snacks. Wear comfy clothes and join us for a fun night at the library.