Craft Night for Adults
2026-02-16 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
(This event is full. Keep watching for more great activities.)
Meet others and get creative while we make a new project each month.
Feb. 16 – Recycled book flower vase
March 16 – Baby jar candles
April 20 – Flour sack stenciling
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-02-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative. This month, we’re making diamond art.

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-02-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making a spring canvas wall art.
Registration for this program opens Jan. 1.

Friendship Bracelets for Teens
2026-02-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Come make a beaded bracelet for you and your bestie. Enjoy snacks while you work.

Teen DIY Boot Charms
2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Make your boots as unique as you are with personalized charms.

Sit & Stitch
2026-02-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn basic crocheting skills with our simple project or bring your own current work.
Registration for this program opens Jan. 6.

Hooks and Needles
2026-03-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Beginner and expert knitters and crocheters are welcome to work on new or existing projects, share tips, ideas and meet other enthusiasts.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-03-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others and create something new each month. We’re making candles using baby jars.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Teen Beaded Plants
2026-03-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring green to your space without having to keep a plant alive.

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-03-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative. This month, we’re creating paper quilt blocks.
Upcoming projects:
• April 15 – Birdhouse painting or decorating
• May 20 – Birds and bees vintage bookmark
• June 17 – Diamond art

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making diamond art plant stakes.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Sit & Stitch for Adults
2026-03-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn basic crocheting skills with our simple project or bring your own current work.
Registration for this program starts Feb. 1.

Peeps Diorama Contest
2026-03-30, 2026-04-06, 2026-04-13 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create a favorite book or movie scene using marshmallow Peeps for our annual diorama contest.
Starting Monday, March 30, pick up Peeps and a box at Cleveland while supplies last. Create your diorama using a shoe box, paper, markers, beads or other craft supplies. Submissions will be accepted at Cleveland April 1-14.
Full rules:
• Drop off entries by 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 at Cleveland Branch. Entry forms are at the branch.
• One entry per group or person
• All ages are encouraged to participate. It’s fun for the whole family.
• By entering the contest, EPL has permission to display your entry, take pictures and share it online.
• Entries will be displayed and voted on Wednesday, April 15, through Tuesday, April 21.
• Winners will be announced on Wednesday, April 22.

Peeps must feature prominently in the diorama. Any color or type of Peep may be used. Scenes depicted should be family-friendly.
All entries should be in a standard-size shoe box, maximum since is 12x18x12.” Sides may be removed.
Any other food or candy, besides Peeps are not allowed in the dioramas.
One entry per person or team. Teams will be placed in the category of their oldest member for prize voting.
Entries must be delivered in finished form to the Cleveland library no later than 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, with a completed form. Any submission without an entry form will not be displayed.
Diaoramas must be picked up by Saturday, May 2 or they will be discarded.

Cards with Carol for Teens
2026-03-31 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Create a unique set of cards with Mrs. Carol by rubbing flowers onto paper.
Registration for this program opens Feb. 1.

Spring Break Children's Craft
2026-04-06, 2026-04-07, 2026-04-08, 2026-04-09, 2026-04-10, 2026-04-11 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Pop up in the children’s room throughout spring break to grab a craft to take home.

Downtown Crafternoons for Adults
2026-04-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while learning new craft skills and getting creative.
Upcoming projects:
• April 15 – Birdhouse painting or decorating
• May 20 – Birds and bees vintage bookmark
• June 17 – Diamond art

Crafts at Cleveland
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Cleveland Branch, 53715 C.R. 1, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
Create something new while socializing with others. We’re making coffee filter roses.
Registration for this program opens March 1.

Craft Night for Adults
2026-04-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Meet others while working on new crafting skills and making something each month. Today we’re making stenciled flour sacks.
Registration for this program opens March 1.

Pokémon Florals for Teens
2026-04-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Turn your favorite Pokémon character into a piece of art with your favorite flowers. This craft is best for ages 12 and up.

Sit & Stitch for Adults
2026-04-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Learn basic crocheting skills with our simple project or bring your own current work.
Registration for this program starts March 1.
