Elkhart Public Library

Shark Week Crafts
2025-07-21 09:00 - 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come into the downtown library during open hours to make one of the available shark-themed crafts through Saturday, July 26.

Build-a-Bouquet
2025-07-29 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Mix and match flowers to create your own beautiful flower arrangement.

Cutting Board Craft Mirrors for Adults
2025-08-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Create a decorative mirror using a cutting board, stencils, mosaic tiles and more.
Registration for this program opens July 1.

Un Verano Sin Ti
2025-08-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Inspired by the Bad Bunny album, celebrate the end of summer with music, crafts and fun before school starts.
Inspirado en el álbum de Bad Bunny, este evento celebra el final del verano con música, manualidades y diversión antes de que empiece la escuela.

Crafts at Cleveland for Adults
2025-08-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
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Use your creativity at this monthly craft time for adults. This month we’re making a stenciled cutting board.
Registration for this program begins July 1.

Teen Keychains
2025-08-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a keychain for a backpack or key ring using our available supplies. Make it here or take it and make it later.

Homeschool: Rope Coil Baskets
2025-09-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a colorful basket using rope and cotton yard.

Teen Mini Wreaths
2025-09-09 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring good vibes to any space with an easy, fun DIY project.

Crafts at Cleveland for Adults
2025-09-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Use your creativity and create something while meeting others. This month we’re making a fall tealight lantern.
Registration for this program begins Aug. 1.

Make a Vision Board Bucket List
2025-09-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Teens and adults can create a collage of things on their bucket list from old magazines, cardstock and more.

Fall Stencil Craft for Adults
2025-10-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Decorate a wooden plaque or cutting board with fall or Halloween stencils.
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Dried Flower Bookmarks for Teens
2025-10-14 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a beautiful and unique bookmark using dried flowers.

Build-A-Mask Workshop
2025-10-16 15:30 - 16:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Turn a basic mask into a special creation to use for Halloween, play or anything.
Registration for this event opens Sept. 1.

Crafts at Cleveland for Adults
2025-10-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Use your creativity to make something different each month while meeting others. This month we’re making a book vase.
Registration for this program begins Sept. 1.

Teen Cemeterriums
2025-10-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring the spooky vibes to a terrarium with an unearthly feel.

Día de los Muertos Sugar Skull Planter Pot
2025-10-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
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Dia de los Muertos celebrates life and death without fear. Paint a sugar skull (calaveras) on a planter pot and learn more about the traditions and history of the Latin American celebration.
Registration for this program opens Sept. 1.

Frankentoys for Teens
2025-10-28 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Become a mad scientist by taking apart recycled toys and creating new things.

Holiday Card Drive for Seniors
2025-11-01, 2025-11-08, 2025-11-15, 2025-11-22, 2025-11-29, 2025-12-06, 2025-12-13 | Pierre Moran Branch, 2400 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517, United States
Spread holiday cheer by creating a card for local senior care centers. Make a card at Pierre Moran with available materials or drop it off by Dec. 19. We’ll deliver them to local care centers.
¡Comparte la alegria navideña haciendo tarjetas hechas a mano para los centros locales de atención a personas mayores!
Haz una tarjeta en la sucursal Pierre Moran a partir del 1 de noviembre. O hazia en casa y entrégala antes del 19 de diciembre.

Design a Notebook Cover for Teens
2025-11-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Dunlap Branch, 58485 C.R. 13 East, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your creativity and use our provided notebooks and materials to design one unique for you.
Registration for this program opens on Oct. 1.

Craft Night for Adults
2025-11-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Socialize and get creative with others. This month, we’re making a pine tree table decoration.
Registration for this program opens Oct. 1.

Crafts at Cleveland
2025-11-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Meet others while making something different each month.
• Nov. 20 – Reading-themed tote bag
• Dec. 18 – Favorite book ornaments
• Jan. 15 – Candle
Registration for this program opens Oct. 1.

Christmas Card Stampin'
2025-12-01 16:30 - 17:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Design your own holiday cards with our stamps and materials. We’ll snack on cookies and cocoa while we create.

Gingerbread Workshop
2025-12-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Make a festive, reusable gingerbread house using cardboard, plus our available supplies and materials. Using cardboard makes them sustainable and reusable year after year. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while you work. Fun for the whole family.

Craft Night for Adults
2025-12-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Socialize and get creative while making something new each month. This month, we’re making a unique wall decor.
Registration for this event opens Nov. 1.
