• Music in the Stacks

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Books come to life as percussionist Jim Catalano of the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra accompanies "Dasher Can't Wait for Christmas," read by librarians during this special storytime for the whole family. Jim Catalano is a percussionist playing vibes and drums. He teaches music at Notre Dame and performs locally. The Friends of Elkhart Public Library […]

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    Talk with Your Baby

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    This 8-week program for new parents introduces childhood literacy to parents with an expert from Notre Dame's Robinson Community Learning Center. Receive free books, tips for talking to your baby and guided activities for your infant.

  • Preschool Party: Gingerbread

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Enjoy stories, activities and gingerbread house making. Please let us know about any food allergies you may have.

  • Tween and Teens Cookies and Canvas

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Learn new painting and art techniques while creating a picture of your choosing or bring your own. Registration for this program opens Nov. 1.

    Free
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    Little Explorers

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    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.

  • Start a New Business

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    LaQuisha Jackson, founder of Soulful Kitchen, shares her insights and experience for aspiring entrepreneurs. LaQuisha has nearly two decades of experience in the hospitality industry and launched her own catering and culinary education business in 2017. LaQuisha has been recognized for her impact, receiving the Notre Dame Bootcamp Distinguished Alumni Michael H. Boyce Award, the […]

  • LEGO Bots

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Work together in teams and learn coding skills to make LEGO builds move, light up, play sounds and more. Registration for this program starts Nov. 1.

    Free
  • Computer One-on-One

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Reserve 30 minutes of one-on-one help with one of our computer experts to help with whatever you need. From saving a file to accessing library resources, we can help. Call the downtown computer center at 574.294.2847 to reserve your 30-minute spot. Times available at 2:30, 3, 3:30, and 4 p.m.

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    Baby & Me

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Miss Allison leads this early introduction to books and literacy – it's a special storytime for the littlest ones, ages 0-24 months. Expect songs, rhymes and stories, along with a fun playtime to wrap things up.

  • Coffee and Canvas for Adults

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Follow along with local artist Linda Pieri to create a painting. Registration for this event begins Nov. 1.

    Free
  • Teen Mario Kart

    Downtown Library 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, United States

    Bring your friends for a friendly competition of Mario Kart on the Switch.