Hosted by Purdue Extension Elkhart County
Monday, April 21 @ 4:30
Join us for a lesson, craft, and snack with CAPS!
Tuesday, April 22
GPL Auditorium
Tuesday, April 22
Kanopy PLUS
With your GPL card you can now access Kanopy PLUS, a video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Calendar of Events
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Visit the Storybook Trail!
Visit the Storybook Trail!
Stop by Reith Interpretive Center and take a family stroll along the Storybook Trail to enjoy nature and a good book at the same time! Snap a photo with the […]
Healthy Soil for Gardening
Healthy Soil for Gardening
Learn about soil science and what makes healthy soil with Mark Evans, Plant & Soil Science Educator at Purdue University.
4 events,
Little Wonders Storytime
Little Wonders Storytime
Join us as we talk, read, write, sing, and play our way into learning. This program focuses on 2-4 year old learners. This program will focus on developing very beginning, […]
Juega y Aprende
Juega y Aprende
¡Ven a Jugar y Aprender con Adriana! Invitamos a niños y a niñas de 0 a 5 años y a sus familias para participar en actividades que promueven la alfabetización […]
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This seven week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
Virtual Author Talk – Jodi Picoult
Virtual Author Talk – Jodi Picoult
Wordsmith and Wonder: An Author Talk with Jodi Picoult Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By […]
3 events,
Teen Cafe: Tabletop Mini Golf
Teen Cafe: Tabletop Mini Golf
Where: Teen Space Stop by from 3:30-5:30 pm every Thursday to grab a coffee drink, make some crafts, study, play a board game, color, or just hang out with your friends. […]
Drop Spot ~ Seed Bombs
Drop Spot ~ Seed Bombs
Open to 3rd-6th graders, drop in to hangout and join us in an activity, craft, or games. Come anytime within the hour to join the activity. Each meeting will have […]
Fear-Less Triple P
Fear-Less Triple P
Help your child manage anxiety with Fear-Less Triple P! Weekly Fear-Less Group for parents of anxious children/teens. Discover how your family can work together to cope with and manage daily […]
2 events,
Anime Club
Anime Club
Open to grades 7-12. Come watch anime on the big screen, eat snacks, & hang out with other fans. This month we're also making mini clay figurines! Registration not required; […]
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Spring Break Movie: Dog Man (2025)
Spring Break Movie: Dog Man (2025)
Join us in the auditorium at 4:00 PM for a family-friendly free movie! We’ll be watching Dog Man (2025). Based on the popular graphic novel character, Dog Man is half dog […]
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Virtual Author Talk – Matthew Fleming
Virtual Author Talk – Matthew Fleming
The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as […]
Spring Break Movie: The Lorax (2012)
Spring Break Movie: The Lorax (2012)
Join us in the auditorium at 4:00 PM for a family-friendly free movie! We’ll be watching The Lorax (2012). The Dr. Seuss classic brought to the big screen, The Lorax tells […]
3 events,
Little Wonders Storytime
Little Wonders Storytime
Join us as we talk, read, write, sing, and play our way into learning. This program focuses on 2-4 year old learners. This program will focus on developing very beginning, […]
Juega y Aprende
Juega y Aprende
¡Ven a Jugar y Aprender con Adriana! Invitamos a niños y a niñas de 0 a 5 años y a sus familias para participar en actividades que promueven la alfabetización […]
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This seven week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
4 events,
Walk in Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación
Walk in Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación
The Indiana Department of Health will be on-site on to provide a walk-in vaccine clinic in the Goshen Public Library Meeting Room A/B. — El Departamento de Salud de Indiana […]
Teen Cafe: Board Games
Teen Cafe: Board Games
Where: Teen Space Stop by from 3:30-5:30 pm every Thursday to grab a coffee drink, make some crafts, study, play a board game, color, or just hang out with your friends. […]
Drop Spot ~ Bug Hotels
Drop Spot ~ Bug Hotels
Open to 3rd-6th graders, drop in to hangout and join us in an activity, craft, or games. Come anytime within the hour to join the activity. Each meeting will have […]
Fear-Less Triple P
Fear-Less Triple P
Help your child manage anxiety with Fear-Less Triple P! Weekly Fear-Less Group for parents of anxious children/teens. Discover how your family can work together to cope with and manage daily […]
3 events,
Digital Learn: Microsoft Word Basics
Digital Learn: Microsoft Word Basics
In this workshop attendees will learn how to create text-based documents using Microsoft Word, as well as how to complete simple actions like saving, opening, and printing documents. Attendees will […]
Spring Break Movie: Moana 2 (2024)
Spring Break Movie: Moana 2 (2024)
Join us in the auditorium at 4:00 PM for a family-friendly free movie! We’ll be watching Moana 2 (2024). After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey […]
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GPL @ Goshen Farmer’s Market
GPL @ Goshen Farmer’s Market
The Goshen Public Library outreach team will be hosting a table at the Goshen Farmer's Market to help people connect to library resources. Visit us from 8-12!
Saturday Playdate
Saturday Playdate
An open playtime for children aged 2-5 years old. Join us in the storyhour room from 11:00 -12:00 for free play with other kids. Enjoy playing with new toys that […]
Digital Learn: Conceptos básicos de Microsoft Word
Digital Learn: Conceptos básicos de Microsoft Word
En este taller, los participantes aprenderán cómo crear documentos basados en texto utilizando Microsoft word, así como realizar acciones simples como guardar, abrir e imprimir documentos. Regístrese llamando al (574) […]
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Fiber Friends: Crafting Club
Fiber Friends: Crafting Club
Calling all who knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, weave, hand-sew, or make any other fiber arts! Bring your project to work on and chat with other crafters. All fiber arts are […]
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The Bookmark Bunch (2nd grade book club)
The Bookmark Bunch (2nd grade book club)
Our 2nd grade book club will tackle beginning chapter books together, and then enjoy a craft or fun activity connected to the reading. This club focuses on strengthening & building […]
3 events,
Little Wonders Storytime
Little Wonders Storytime
Join us as we talk, read, write, sing, and play our way into learning. This program focuses on 2-4 year old learners. This program will focus on developing very beginning, […]
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This seven week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
Cooking with an Air Fryer
Cooking with an Air Fryer
Technology is always evolving including the technology we use in the kitchen. The air fryer has become increasingly popular over the last few years. Learn about the ins and outs […]
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Teen Cafe: Jelly Bean Taste Test
Teen Cafe: Jelly Bean Taste Test
Where: Teen Space Stop by from 3:30-5:30 pm every Thursday to grab a coffee drink, make some crafts, study, play a board game, color, or just hang out with your friends. […]
Fear-Less Triple P
Fear-Less Triple P
Help your child manage anxiety with Fear-Less Triple P! Weekly Fear-Less Group for parents of anxious children/teens. Discover how your family can work together to cope with and manage daily […]
Good Choice Book Club
Good Choice Book Club
Do you ever look at the past year’s Goodreads Choice Awards and immediately add all the winners to your TBR? Then this is the book club for you. Meetings will […]
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Artful Friday ~ Honeycomb Painting
Artful Friday ~ Honeycomb Painting
An art program for 4th-6th graders. Artful Friday is a monthly program where creativity takes center stage, featuring diverse art projects and mediums. Each session invites participants to explore and […]
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Augmented Reality Sandbox: First Day!
Augmented Reality Sandbox: First Day!
The library will borrow an Augmented Reality Sandbox from the Elkhart County Soil & Water Conservation District, which teaches kids about topography and water movement through hands-on experimenting. An elevation […]
Juega y Aprende: Día del Medio Ambiente
Juega y Aprende: Día del Medio Ambiente
¡Ven a Jugar y Aprender con Adriana! Invitamos a niños y a niñas de 0 a 5 años y a sus familias para participar en actividades que promueven la alfabetización […]
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5 Safety Tips for Kids
5 Safety Tips for Kids
Kids can learn 5 tips to keep themselves and others safe in this engaging lesson, craft, and snack with Kim Yoder from CAPS Elkhart (Child and Parent Services). Kids will […]
3 events,
The Bookmark Bunch (2nd grade book club)
The Bookmark Bunch (2nd grade book club)
Our 2nd grade book club will tackle beginning chapter books together, and then enjoy a craft or fun activity connected to the reading. This club focuses on strengthening & building […]
Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
Please note the changed meeting date and time. The public is welcome to attend all regular Library Board meetings. CLICK HERE to view the agenda.
LOTERÍA Bibliotecaria: Library Loteria
LOTERÍA Bibliotecaria: Library Loteria
Día del Niño/Día del Libro ¡Acompáñenos a celebrar el Día del Niño con una Lotería Bibliotecaria única y la oportunidad de ganar premios para toda la familia! -- Children’s Day/World […]
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Little Wonders Storytime (Earth Day)
Little Wonders Storytime (Earth Day)
Join us as we talk, read, write, sing, and play our way into learning. This program focuses on 2-4 year old learners. This program will focus on developing very beginning, […]
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This seven week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
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Friends of the Library April Book Sale
Friends of the Library April Book Sale
Do you want to grow your at-home library? Visit the Friends of the Goshen Public Library (GPL) April Book Sale on Thursday, April 24 from 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. […]
Walk in Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación
Walk in Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación
The Indiana Department of Health will be on-site on to provide a walk-in vaccine clinic in the Goshen Public Library Meeting Room A/B. — El Departamento de Salud de Indiana […]
Teen Cafe: Recycled Magazine Crafts
Teen Cafe: Recycled Magazine Crafts
Where: Teen Space Stop by from 3:30-5:30 pm every Thursday to grab a coffee drink, make some crafts, study, play a board game, color, or just hang out with your friends. […]
Fear-Less Triple P
Fear-Less Triple P
Help your child manage anxiety with Fear-Less Triple P! Weekly Fear-Less Group for parents of anxious children/teens. Discover how your family can work together to cope with and manage daily […]
3 events,
Pregúntele a un Organizador Comunitario / Ask a Community Organizer: Indiana Conservation Voters
Pregúntele a un Organizador Comunitario / Ask a Community Organizer: Indiana Conservation Voters
¿Tiene preguntas sobre cómo comunicarse con sus legisladores acerca de necesidades fundamentales como el agua limpia, la energía asequible o el aire puro? Visite la mesa con una organizadora comunitaria […]
Digital Learn: Conceptos básicos de Internet
Digital Learn: Conceptos básicos de Internet
En este taller, se le presentará la terminología básica, las funciones principales y el uso de los navegadores de internet, motores de búsqueda y sitios web. Regístrese llamando al (574) […]
3 events,
Working Mom Group with Nest and Grow
Working Mom Group with Nest and Grow
A space for mothers balancing work and family life, where you can find support, share experiences, and connect with others in similar situations. No registration necessary. Children are welcome to […]
Greyt Readers
Greyt Readers
Come to the Library and read to the greyhounds! The greyhounds love to lay and listen to kids read to them. This is a perfect opportunity for kids, who don’t normally […]
Digital Learn: Internet Basics
Digital Learn: Internet Basics
In this workshop you will be introduced to basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet browsers, search engines and websites. Register by calling (574) 533-9531 or stop by the Reference […]
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Growing Together: Family Night
Growing Together: Family Night
Celebrate nature with hands-on activities like planting & crafting, plus a bilingual storytime and a free book giveaway for kids (while supplies last). -- Celebre la naturaleza con actividades prácticas […]
Read That Book Club
Read That Book Club
Join us for book discussion, crafts, & more! Open to grades 7-12. Advance registration required; visit the Circulation desk or send an email. This month we're reading Shatter Me by Tahereh […]
2 events,
The Bookmark Bunch (2nd grade book club)
The Bookmark Bunch (2nd grade book club)
Our 2nd grade book club will tackle beginning chapter books together, and then enjoy a craft or fun activity connected to the reading. This club focuses on strengthening & building […]
All About Trees
All About Trees
Join local nonprofit Trees for Goshen as they share about their mission to care for and enhance Goshen’s urban forest. Learn about native tree planting, proper pruning and young tree […]
3 events,
Little Wonders Storytime
Little Wonders Storytime
Join us as we talk, read, write, sing, and play our way into learning. This program focuses on 2-4 year old learners. This program will focus on developing very beginning, […]
Juega y Aprende
Juega y Aprende
¡Ven a Jugar y Aprender con Adriana! Invitamos a niños y a niñas de 0 a 5 años y a sus familias para participar en actividades que promueven la alfabetización […]
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This seven week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
3 events,
Teen Cafe: Switch Gaming
Teen Cafe: Switch Gaming
Where: Teen Space Stop by from 3:30-5:30 pm every Thursday to grab a coffee drink, make some crafts, study, play a board game, color, or just hang out with your friends. […]
Drop Spot ~ Trophy Making
Drop Spot ~ Trophy Making
Open to 3rd-6th graders, drop in to hangout and join us in an activity, craft, or games. Come anytime within the hour to join the activity. Each meeting will have […]
Fear-Less Triple P
Fear-Less Triple P
Help your child manage anxiety with Fear-Less Triple P! Weekly Fear-Less Group for parents of anxious children/teens. Discover how your family can work together to cope with and manage daily […]