Books and Babies

10:15am - 10:45am
Bittersweet Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Books & Babies is a structured 20 minute program that combines books, short thymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. 

No registration required. 

Additional Information

Cancellation Expectations

Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

Preschool Pals

10:15am - 10:45am
Bittersweet Branch
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Children (Ages 4-5)

Preschool Storytime is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts are used to increase early literacy skills and kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library.

No registration required.

Additional Information

Cancellation Expectations

Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

STEAM Squad

11:00am - 11:30am
Bittersweet Branch
Closed
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Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7

Children (Ages 6-11)

During this 30 minute session, children will use their imaginations to make STEAM-inspired creations based on fairy tales. Some creations will be take home, while other creations will use our STEAM cart for supplies. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library. 

Registration required. Register once for the entire monthly series. If you have to miss a session, let a librarian know.

Additional Information

Cancellation Expectations

Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Bittersweet Branch
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Children (Ages 2-3) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts provide an enjoyable group experience.  

No registration required. 

Additional Information

Cancellation Expectations

Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

Homeschool Hangout

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bittersweet Branch
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Education & Information
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Families

Additional Information

Cancellation Expectations

Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

Delectable Lit

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Mishawaka Library
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Nothing beats a good book and a good snack. In this unique book and baking club, we get the chance to combine the two! Read the book of the month and then learn to make a delicious dish based on it. Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk.

Registration required.

January's book: The Sirens of Titan by Kurt Vonnegut  

Additional Information

Cancellation Expectations

Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.