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This event is in the "Adults" group

Cooking Classics: Chili Mac & Cheese

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace) at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+)

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

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. 

Please Note

Due to the nature of this program, we are unable to admit attendees who arrive later than 10 minutes after the start time. 

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Gaming

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Area at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Gaming:

Teens (Grades 6-12) Join us in the teen department for gaming! Play our Nintendo Switch™ or choose from an assortment of card, dice and board games. Stop in and p...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Join us in the teen department for gaming! Play our Nintendo Switch™ or choose from an assortment of card, dice and board games. Stop in and play for a few minutes or join us for the full two hours. 

No registration required.

This event is in the "Family & All Ages" group

Winter Wonderfest

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages

Family & All Ages

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Entertainment
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Children" group

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Education & Information
Age Group:
Children

Children (Grades K-5)

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-5)

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/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Teen Area at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Education & Information
Age Group:
Teens

Teen (Grades 6-12)

Learn about new topics with hands-on activities. Supplies will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education & Information
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teen (Grades 6-12)

Learn about new topics with hands-on activities. Supplies will be provided.

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/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Adults" group

BINGO

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+) 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults (18+) 

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/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Board Meeting

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Spencer Gallery at Mishawaka Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group

Winter Wonderland Teen Lock-In

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Teen (Grades 6-12)

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teen (Grades 6-12)

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/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Children" group

Deck the Halls Walk-In Craft

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 7:00pm
Youth Corner at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ages 11 & Under

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 11 & Under

This event is in the "Children" group

Deck the Halls Walk-In Craft

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Youth Corner at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ages 11 & Under

Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 11 & Under

This event is in the "Children" group

Deck the Halls Walk-In Craft

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Treehouse at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ages 11 & Under

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Treehouse
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 11 & Under

Christmas Eve

All Day
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

Closed in observance of Christmas Eve.Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)
Description:

Closed in observance of Christmas Eve.

Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

Christmas Day

All Day
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

Closed in observance of Christmas Day.Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)
Description:

Closed in observance of Christmas Day.

Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Flavor Feud: M&M's® Challenge

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Do your taste buds have what it takes? Identify the most flavors and win a special reward!  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Do your taste buds have what it takes? Identify the most flavors and win a special reward!  

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/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Family & All Ages" group

Happy Noon Year

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages

Family & All Ages

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

Closed in observance of New Year's Day.Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)
Description:

Closed in observance of New Year's Day.

Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

New Year's Day

All Day
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

Closed New Year's DayOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

Closing
Branches:
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)
Description:

Closed New Year's Day

Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

This event is in the "Family & All Ages" group

Winter Reading Kickoff Party

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spencer Gallery at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Family Literacy
Age Group:
Family & All Ages

Family & All Ages 

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Family Literacy
Event Details:

Family & All Ages 

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Family & All Ages" group

Winter Silly Bits presented by Roz Puppets

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Family & All Ages

Family & All Ages 

Even if the weather outside is frightful, we have something delightful! Winter Silly Bits is where gingerbread men run, snowmen frolic, and snow is celebrated.

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Family & All Ages 

Even if the weather outside is frightful, we have something delightful! Winter Silly Bits is where gingerbread men run, snowmen frolic, and snow is celebrated.

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Saturday Morning Book Club

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Eisen Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+)

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

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/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Children" group

Bouncin' Babies

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Youth Corner at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Bouncin' Babies:

Children (Birth-23 months)A structured program that combines books, short rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. Childr...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Birth-23 months)

A structured program that combines books, short rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.

No registration required

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Children" group

Li'l Listeners

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Li'l Listeners:

Children (Ages 2-5)A structured program in which books, story-related activities and crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregive...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 2-5)

A structured program in which books, story-related activities and crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

No registration required

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Gaming

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Area at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Gaming:

Teens (Grades 6-12) Join us in the teen department for gaming! Play our Nintendo Switch™ or choose from an assortment of card, dice and board games. Stop in and p...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Join us in the teen department for gaming! Play our Nintendo Switch™ or choose from an assortment of card, dice and board games. Stop in and play for a few minutes or join us for the full two hours. 

No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Bouncin' Babies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Youth Activity Area at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Bouncin' Babies:

Children (Birth-23 months)A structured program that combines books, short rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. Childr...

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Youth Activity Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Birth-23 months)

A structured program that combines books, short rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.

No registration required

Additional Information

Photo/Video Permission

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms. 

For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given.
For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event.