Pop into some outdoor fun with our Bubble Fun at the Park program! We’ll head to Pringle Park to create, chase, and play with bubbles of all shapes and sizes—from tiny shimmering bubbles to giant, floating creations. Try different wands, experiment with bubble tricks, and enjoy a playful, hands-on experience in the fresh air. Perfect […]
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Calling all board game fans to join us for Board Game Club! Play games from the library’s collection, bring a favorite game to share, and let us know what games you’d love to see added to the library’s collection. |
2 events,Every Tuesday in June at Pringle Park from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., during the free school lunches. Every child (0-18 years of age) can pick out a free book! We’ll have board books, picture books, easy readers, chapter books, young adult books & graphic novels. Books in Spanish & English. -- Todos los martes […] Join us in the auditorium for weekly family friendly movies on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.! For each movie we'll also have a small interactive element or activity. June 2 - The Pagemaster (G) - 1994 June 9 - 101 Dalmatians (G) - 1996 June 16 - Cinderella (G) - 1997 (the Whitney Houston & Brandy […] |
1 event,Join us at the library every Wednesday at 10:30am for a special storytime with a new guest storyteller every week! |
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Open to grades 7-12. Join us to watch the original Jurassic Park (1993, rated PG-13) and create a mini dinosaur terrarium. There will be popcorn (and dinosaur jump scares)! No registration required. Location: GPL auditorium |
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1 event,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […] |
1 event,Join us in the auditorium for weekly family friendly movies on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.! For each movie we'll also have a small interactive element or activity. June 2 - The Pagemaster (G) - 1994 June 9 - 101 Dalmatians (G) - 1996 June 16 - Cinderella (G) - 1997 (the Whitney Houston & Brandy […] |
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Join the Goshen Public Library and the Council on Aging of Elkhart County for a monthly social gathering for older adults in our community. Each month, meet new people, enjoy coffee and conversation, and dive into engaging activities or presentations! This month: Get an introduction to book repair and bring a book or two of […] Join us at the library every Wednesday at 10:30am for a special storytime with a new guest storyteller every week! ¡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 temprana. ¡Vamos a hablar, cantar, leer, escribir, y jugar, para que estemos listos para leer! Come play and learn with Adriana! We invite children ages […] |
4 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […]
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Open to grades 7-12. We’ll stroll on down to the Goshen Printmakers Guild (213 S Main St., alley entrance) where we will learn about the history of printing and do some printing of our own! We will meet at GPL at 12:45 to walk to the studio as a group. Advance registration & signed waiver […]
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Wear clothes you don’t mind getting soaked! Join us for water relays, boat races, water gun battles, and plenty of other splash-filled activities. Registration required. Registration opens May 15. |
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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 Desk. Workshop conducted in English. |
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Bring your kids, bring your coffee, bring your “I’m doing my best” energy. It’s free, relaxed, and made for real dads who want connection without the fuss. Come hang out, meet other dads, share wins (and fails), and walk away feeling a little lighter. No registration necessary. Children are welcome to attend with you!
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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) 533-9531 o visitando el mostrador de referencia. Este taller se impartirá en español. |
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2 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […]
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 welcome, no registration necessary. |
3 events,Join us in the auditorium for weekly family friendly movies on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.! For each movie we'll also have a small interactive element or activity. June 2 - The Pagemaster (G) - 1994 June 9 - 101 Dalmatians (G) - 1996 June 16 - Cinderella (G) - 1997 (the Whitney Houston & Brandy […]
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Krista from the Elkhart County Parks Department will join us with a variety of local creatures to introduce. Together, we’ll explore our native habitats and learn about the fascinating animal neighbors that live all around us! No registration required.
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Small Towns and Big Secrets: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter Join us online for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide. […] |
2 events,Join us at the library every Wednesday at 10:30am for a special storytime with a new guest storyteller every week! ¡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 temprana. ¡Vamos a hablar, cantar, leer, escribir, y jugar, para que estemos listos para leer! Come play and learn with Adriana! We invite children ages […] |
5 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […]
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Migrant Heart: The Hidden Cost of the American Dream and Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande In her ambitious new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival. Join us online for this […]
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Open to grades 7-12. Something dill-iciously sinister has occurred. Join us for a forensic adventure: solve a tough case & determine the cause of death by performing an autopsy on a pickle! We’ll celebrate a job well done with a taste test of pickle-flavored snacks. No registration required. Location: GPL auditorium |
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Join us at Pringle Park and search for dinosaur eggs. Gather at the pavilion to start, the hunt will last until all the eggs are found. |
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2 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […] Calling all board game fans to join us for Board Game Club! Play games from the library’s collection, bring a favorite game to share, and let us know what games you’d love to see added to the library’s collection. |
2 events,Join us in the auditorium for weekly family friendly movies on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.! For each movie we'll also have a small interactive element or activity. June 2 - The Pagemaster (G) - 1994 June 9 - 101 Dalmatians (G) - 1996 June 16 - Cinderella (G) - 1997 (the Whitney Houston & Brandy […]
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2 events,Join us at the library every Wednesday at 10:30am for a special storytime with a new guest storyteller every week! ¡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 temprana. ¡Vamos a hablar, cantar, leer, escribir, y jugar, para que estemos listos para leer! Come play and learn with Adriana! We invite children ages […] |
3 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […]
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Join us for a special printmaking class using legos! Ida Short from Goshen Printmakers Guild will be coming to the library to show us how to create print designs using lego pieces. Registration required. Registration opens May 15.
Come to the Goshen Public Library for an hour of English conversation. Whether you want to practice, learn more vocabulary, or simply make friends, we welcome you in a relaxed and friendly environment. No registration required. -- Venga a la Biblioteca Pública de Goshen para una hora de conversación en inglés. Ya sea que quiera practicar, […] |
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Su vida digital contiene mucha información, ¿La está manteniendo organizada? Aprenda consejos y estrategias para organizar sus archivos y carpetas en este taller gratuito de 90 minutos. Regístrese llamando al (574) 533-9531 o visitando el mostrador de referencia. Este taller se impartirá en español.
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Open to grades 7-12. Sign up for a 30 minute time slot to try to break free from our Escape Room. Find all the hidden clues, unlock the locks, and break out before it’s too late! Location: GPL auditorium. Advance registration is required; visit https://bit.ly/TSRE26 to sign up. |
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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 attend with you!
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Think you and your crew are the fastest jigsaw puzzlers in town? Gather a team of 4-6 friends, family members, or neighbors, and race against other groups to be the first to complete a puzzle. At least two adults on each team. Registration required, go to https://bit.ly/2026-puzzle-race
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Your digital life contains a lot of information – are you keeping it organized? Learn tips and strategies for managing your files and folders in this 90-minute free workshop. To register, call (574) 533-9531 or stop by the Reference Desk. This workshop is conducted in English. |
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2 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […]
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Together with your dino stuffy (or other dino toy), join us for a special Dino Storytime! And afterward, your stuffy is welcome to spend the night at the library for a special Stuffy Sleepover. You are also welcome to drop off your Stuffy anytime on July 27, even if you can’t attend the Storytime. Stuffy […] |
3 events,Join us in the auditorium for weekly family friendly movies on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.! For each movie we'll also have a small interactive element or activity. June 2 - The Pagemaster (G) - 1994 June 9 - 101 Dalmatians (G) - 1996 June 16 - Cinderella (G) - 1997 (the Whitney Houston & Brandy […]
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The Power of Connection: Creating Lasting Friendships in an Increasingly Lonely World with Dr. Marisa Franco Join us in virtual conversation with bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco, one of the world’s leading experts in human connection. Her book, Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make–And Keep–Friends, explores the science of different attachment styles […]
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Join us for an hour of learning how to Irish Dance! In this class, you will learn how to perform an Irish Jig and group dance. All ages are welcome to join and share in the fun! Register at bit.ly/gpl-irish-dance. |
2 events,Join us at the library every Wednesday at 10:30am for a special storytime with a new guest storyteller every week! ¡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 temprana. ¡Vamos a hablar, cantar, leer, escribir, y jugar, para que estemos listos para leer! Come play and learn with Adriana! We invite children ages […] |
3 events,Are you interested in learning a second language or improving your Spanish skills? Join us at the library with Nayo A. Ulloa for a 5 week Spanish for Beginners class! You will be in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to help you speak in community settings: school, store, hospital, and neighborhood. All materials will […]
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Open to grades 7-12. This is a second session of the same escape room as the July 24 event. Sign up for a 30 minute time slot to try to break free from our Escape Room. Find all the hidden clues, unlock the locks, and break out before it’s too late! Location: GPL auditorium. Advance […]
New Perspectives is a book club that will encourage readers to explore new points of view. Each month will feature a marginalized author writing characters that echo their own experiences or heritage. This club will meet at 7:00 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month. Sign up at: bit.ly/gpl-new-perspectives |
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Join us in front of the library to celebrate the end of summer and Summer Reading! Activities and highlights include snow cones, face painting, prize raffles, kids' activities, and more! This year we're also giving back—bring a canned food item to be donated to the food bank at The Window. Open to all ages and […] |
1 event,Join us for Think Outside the Box, a drop in program with hands on experiences and themed activities such as crafts, puzzles and problem-solving games! These events are family-friendly and open to all ages, with a special focus on children under 10. Families can drop in and participate at their own pace. |
