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.
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The Last Wednesday Book Club
The Last Wednesday Book Club
Share your latest reads and get recommendations from other avid teen readers at this casual, no-assigned-reading book discussion.
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Preschool Playdate
Preschool Playdate
Join an informal playtime with lots of activity stations for little ones to try. Music, bubbles, playdough and more are part of the fun.
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Tie-Dye T-Shirts
Tie-Dye T-Shirts
Join us outside Osolo to create a tie-dye shirt! All shirts are free. Bring your own or we'll have you S to L and adult M to XL. If it rains, it's canceled.
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Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
Quite Frank Lee takes the stage during the second week of our fall Curbside Concerts. This local band plays everything from Del Shannon and Paul Simon to Ryan Adams and The Civil Wars, with some originals thrown in. Pinyo's Kitchen food truck will be on hand, and our beverage tent will be set up. Bring […]
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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.
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D&D at PMB
D&D at PMB
Whether you’re wanting to learn to play Dungeons and Dragons or are already experienced, embark on our epic 8-week campaign. Registration for this series opens Aug. 1. Registration is for all event dates.
Free
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.
2 events,
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
This Storytime is for the littlest ones, from birth to 24 months. Start introducing literacy concepts through songs, stories, rhymes and motor skills with a playtime as well.
LEGO Challenge
LEGO Challenge
Build something from the prompt we give and then share what you built with others. Someone is taking home a prize at the end of the event.
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Little Explorers
Little Explorers
An activity-based Storytime for curious and energetic toddlers and preschoolers who love exploring. We read stories, dance and play music and enjoy literacy and motor skill activities.
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LEGO Sparks
LEGO Sparks
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Create a moving device using LEGO Sparks. A great hands-on STEM activity for kids ages 9 and up.
Free
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Curbside Concerts: SPACESHIPS wsg SHAM
Curbside Concerts: SPACESHIPS wsg SHAM
CAPS LOCK IS NOT NECESSARY ALL THE TIME. THIS NEEDS TO BE ONE OF THOSE EXCEPTIONS. SPACESHIPS and SHAM are two bands from South Bend you need to see. THAT GUYS GOURMET RIBS will be on the scene. As the opener at 7pm, SHAM gives off vibes as the wig-headed merchild of Nirvana & the […]
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Homeschool: Kitchen Science
Homeschool: Kitchen Science
Learn how food changes with temperature, more sugar and adding liquids through hands-on experiments. We'll try some of the food after we do the experiments. Please let us know of any food allergies if you attend.
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.
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Cocomelon Preschool Party
Cocomelon Preschool Party
Sing and play along to Cocomelon songs. We'll make a special craft and focus on our colors.
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Financial Security
Financial Security
An expert from First Source Bank shares methods thieves use to steal personal information and the scams they use to get your money. Registration for this event opens Aug. 1.
Free
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Computer One-on-One
Computer One-on-One
Reserve 30 minutes of basic, stress-free computer help from our experts. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Time slots are listed below. 2:30, 3, 3:30 and 4 p.m.
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Baby and Me
Baby and Me
This Storytime is for the littlest ones, from birth to 24 months. Start introducing literacy concepts through songs, stories, rhymes and motor skills with a playtime as well.
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Teen Flower Crowns
Teen Flower Crowns
Make the perfect faux flower crown, an accessory to elevate your look for any party, dance, wedding, day out or sleepover.
3 events,
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
An activity-based Storytime for curious and energetic toddlers and preschoolers who love exploring. We read stories, dance and play music and enjoy literacy and motor skill activities.
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
Hear stories in English and Spanish while learning Spanish words and phrases. A hands-on activity will follow stories. Únase al personal de biblioteca para disfrutar de las horas de cuentos bilingües para niños. Compartiremos libros, cantaremos canciones y aprenderemos algunas palabras y frases en español. Nuestra hora del cuento terminará con un actividad manual.
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Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
Cookies and Canvas for Tweens and Teens
Create an acrylic artwork and learn new techniques. Great for ages 11 to 18. Registration for this event opens Aug. 1
Free
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Mercado Day
Mercado Day
Trae a la familia a una tarde de arte, vendedores locales, camiones de comida como Hotdogeddy's y la Heladería Tropicana y mucho más durante un mercado para celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana el 15 de Septiembre de mediodía a las 5pm. No te pierdas el concierto gratis a las 7 de la noche, […]
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Curbside Concerts: Rica Obsesion, Los Ortega, Grupo Renacer
Curbside Concerts: Rica Obsesion, Los Ortega, Grupo Renacer
The fall finale of Curbside Concerts will rock late into the night. Rica Obsesion from Chicago – an Elkhart Jazz Fest main stage favorite – will take the stage at 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, to cap a night of tremendous Latin music. Grupo Renacer will open at 7 p.m., followed by Los Ortega at […]
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Escape Minecraft
Escape Minecraft
Escape from Minecraft using the crafting and survival skills you have. Put together an all-ages team of two to six players and call the Children's desk at 574.522.2223 to reserve your 30-minute time slot.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Wellfield
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Wellfield
This event is free with admission or membership to the Gardens (or checkout EPL's Wellfield pass) Wellfield Botanic Gardens are partnering with the Elkhart Public Library to bring the celebration to the Gardens. We’ll have family-friendly activities, crafts and a scavenger hunt – something for everyone!
4 events,
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
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Adult Crafternoon – Recycled Book Planters
Adult Crafternoon – Recycled Book Planters
Registration for this event is closed. Keep watching for more great activities. Learn new crafting skills while meeting others. This month we're turning an old book into a planter.
Free
Escape Minecraft
Escape Minecraft
Escape from Minecraft using the crafting and survival skills you have. Put together an all-ages team of two to six players and call the Children's desk at 574.522.2223 to reserve your 30-minute time slot.
4 events,
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
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Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees Executive Session
Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees Executive Session
The Elkhart Public Library Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5 p.m. Tuesday (Sept. 19, 2023). The location will be the downtown library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart. The purpose of the session is to receive and discuss information concerning the purchase or lease of real property, as authorized by I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(D). At 6 p.m., the […]
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CANCELLED – Stories in the Garden
CANCELLED – Stories in the Garden
Stories in the Garden on Tuesday, Sept. 19 is cancelled due to a private event at Wellfield. Please join us on Sept. 26 for the final Stories in the Garden of the year. Enjoy free (for county residents) Tuesdays at Wellfield Botanic Gardens and a Storytime in the Children's Garden.
3 events,
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
This Storytime is for the littlest ones, from birth to 24 months. Start introducing literacy concepts through songs, stories, rhymes and motor skills with a playtime as well.
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Fun Family Movie
Fun Family Movie
Free popcorn and a recently released movie. We're showing "The Super Mario Bros. Movie." It's 1 hour, 32 minutes and rated PG. RSVP on our Facebook Page.
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
An activity-based Storytime for curious and energetic toddlers and preschoolers who love exploring. We read stories, dance and play music and enjoy literacy and motor skill activities.
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2 events,
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
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Autumn Painting for Teens and Adults with Linda Pieri
Autumn Painting for Teens and Adults with Linda Pieri
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.) Receive step-by-step instructions from local artist Linda Pieri as you paint your own artwork. Coffee will be served.
Free
3 events,
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
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.
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Liz Carpenter and Her Harps
Liz Carpenter and Her Harps
Local musical artist Liz Carpenter shares her collection of harps with music and stories. Take a turn playing the harp, too.
3 events,
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
Baby and Me
Baby and Me
This Storytime is for the littlest ones, from birth to 24 months. Start introducing literacy concepts through songs, stories, rhymes and motor skills with a playtime as well.
The Last Wednesday Book Club
The Last Wednesday Book Club
Share your latest reads and get recommendations from other avid teen readers at this casual, no-assigned-reading book discussion.
2 events,
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
An activity-based Storytime for curious and energetic toddlers and preschoolers who love exploring. We read stories, dance and play music and enjoy literacy and motor skill activities.
-
Page to Stage
Page to Stage
Third-to-fifth graders, with help from local actor and improv expert Julie Cotton, will read a book from a local author and create a play based on it. Premier Arts theater ambassadors will help the kids rehearse. Rehearsals will be Monday to Thursday and the performance on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. during ArtWalk. Click […]
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