In the month of May, the United States celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Chinese calligraphy, with thousands of years of history, embodies the beauty of written characters while reflecting profound philosophical and aesthetic principles. Join us to try out the basics of Chinese calligraphy! Sign up as a group or family.
Join us as we explore some unique history and culture of Asian Americans. There will be time for sharing tea and even some poetry; feel free to bring the work of your favorite poet or even one of your own poems to share. No sign-up required.
Kids Summer Reading
Lectura de verano para niños
June 1st – July 31st
1 de junio – 31 de julio
Join Beanstack. Log Reading. Earn Badges.
Inscribase en beanstack. Registre su lectura. Gane insignias.
Teens Summer Reading
Lectura de verano para jovenes
June 1st – July 31st
1 de junio – 31 de julio
Join Beanstack. Log Reading. Earn Badges.
Inscribase en beanstack. Registre su lectura. Gane insignias.
Adult Summer Reading
Lectura de verano para adultos
June 1st – July 31st
1 de junio – 31 de julio
Join Beanstack. Log Reading. Earn Badges.
Inscribase en beanstack. Registre su lectura. Gane insignias.
Borrow a laptop!
Find out how at the front desk.
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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CuTieS – April Session
CuTieS – April Session
Join us for our final CuTieS session of the school year! Our book club for our pre-readers, or new readers, in Kindergarten or 1st grade. We will read stories and […]
Read That Book Club
Read That Book Club
Join us for book discussion, games, crafts, & more! April’s book is Lore by Alexandra Bracken. Registration is recommended but not required; the first 3 people to register get a copy […]
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Los Pollitos – Abril/April
Los Pollitos – Abril/April
(Club de lectura bilingüe para K-1º) La sesión de abril: martes 16, 23, y 30 de abril Regístrese para unirse a nosotros en un club de lectura bilingüe de kínder […]
Al Niño y Al Libro, Hay Que Celebrarlo: Noche De Lotería
Al Niño y Al Libro, Hay Que Celebrarlo: Noche De Lotería
¡Invitamos a todas las familias a celebrar el Dia del Niño y el Dia del Libro! ¡Juega un emocionante juego de Loteria creado por la Biblioteca Pública de Goshen exhibiendo […]
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“Ask a Curator” with Elkhart County Historical Museum
“Ask a Curator” with Elkhart County Historical Museum
In recognition of National Preservation Week, the Elkhart County Historical Museum is partnering with area libraries to bring you “Ask a Curator” pop-ups around the County. Do you have questions […]
Little Explorers ~ Spring Session
Little Explorers ~ Spring Session
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This six week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
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Teen Cafe: Perler Beads
Teen Cafe: Perler Beads
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. […]
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Prism Club
Prism Club
Open to grades 7-12. Join other LGBTQIA+ youth and allies for a fun social gathering on the 1st Saturday of each month. Enjoy board games, crafts, & snacks while hanging […]
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May Movies: PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie
May Movies: PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie
On Mondays in May we will be showing a movie in the GPL Auditorium at 4:00 pm. These movies are free & open to the public. Snacks are provided. Movies […]
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Five Empowerment Tools for Memory Care at Home
Five Empowerment Tools for Memory Care at Home
Kerry Ann Sandsmark, the Homestead Adult Day Center Manager at Greencroft Communities, will share about tools to use at home to support memory care. Learn about the importance of life […]
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Free Walk-In Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación Gratuita
Free Walk-In Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación Gratuita
The Indiana Department of Health will be on-site on Wednesday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to provide a free walk-in vaccine clinic & COVID testing in the […]
Little Explorers ~ Spring Session
Little Explorers ~ Spring Session
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This six week session covers essential skills and helps parents prepare their children for Kindergarten. For 4 & 5 years […]
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Teen Cafe: Robot Playground
Teen Cafe: Robot Playground
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. […]
A Lesson on Chinese Calligraphy
A Lesson on Chinese Calligraphy
Chinese calligraphy, with thousands of years of history, embodies the beauty of written characters while reflecting profound philosophical and aesthetic principles. Through its graceful strokes, it offers deep insight into […]
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Minecraft: Jack & the Beanstalk
Minecraft: Jack & the Beanstalk
Jump, climb, and soar your way to the top of a skyscraping beanstalk in hopes of overcoming the giant that lurks above! Work together to stand the best chance of […]
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May Movies: Wonka
May Movies: Wonka
On Mondays in May we will be showing a movie in the GPL Auditorium at 4:00 pm. These movies are free & open to the public. Snacks are provided. Movies […]
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Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
Please note the date and time change (the original meeting was scheduled for 5/21/2024 at 5 p.m.).
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Little Explorers ~ Spring Session
Little Explorers ~ Spring Session
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, and get ready for Kindergarten! This six 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 May Book Sale
Friends of the Library May Book Sale
Do you want to grow your at-home library? Visit the Friends of the Goshen Public Library (GPL) November Book Sale on Thursday, May 16 from 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. […]
Teen Cafe: Cookie Taste Test
Teen Cafe: Cookie 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. […]
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Artful Friday: Foam Plate Printing
Artful Friday: Foam Plate Printing
An art program for 4th-6th graders once a month. Each meeting will focus on a different art medium. Sign up is required for each meeting. Theme: Foam Plate Printing – […]
Anime Afternoon
Anime Afternoon
Open to grades 7-12. Come watch anime on the big screen, eat snacks, & hang out with other fans. Registration not required; drop-ins welcome.
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May Movies: Trolls Band Together
May Movies: Trolls Band Together
On Mondays in May we will be showing a movie in the GPL Auditorium at 4:00 pm. These movies are free & open to the public. Snacks are provided. Movies […]
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Free Walk-In Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación Gratuita
Free Walk-In Vaccine Clinic / Clínica de Vacunación Gratuita
The Indiana Department of Health will be on-site on Thursday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to provide a free walk-in vaccine clinic & COVID testing in the […]
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. […]
An Introduction of Asian American History and Culture
An Introduction of Asian American History and Culture
Join us as we briefly explore some unique history and culture of Asian Americans. From building railroads to facing internment camps, from exclusion to being one of the fastest-growing immigrant […]
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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 […]
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Free Senior Wellness Clinic | Clínica gratuita de salud para personas mayores
Free Senior Wellness Clinic | Clínica gratuita de salud para personas mayores
Goshen Public Library is partnering with Elkhart Meadows to provide free wellness clinics for seniors in our community! The events are free and open to the public, and do not require any registration or identification.
Teen Cafe: Build Your Own Parfait
Teen Cafe: Build Your Own Parfait
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. […]