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Early Explorers

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Family Literacy
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under)Join for a morning of hands-on Groundhog Day activities! Help Phil find his shadow, learn his letters and numbers and more springtime activities. Our st...

Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Literacy
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under)

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.

Chapter Chats

Chapter Chats

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults (18+)Join us at our Harris Branch to chat about each month’s book selection. Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Harris Branch. February ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Bluey™ Picture Bingo

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All AgesSchool's out and Bluey's in! If you love the Heeler family and friends as much as we do, you will love this session of picture bingo with all your favorite cha...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

Copycat Cooking

Copycat Cooking: Sweet Drinks

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace) at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite restaurant dish or name-brand treat? Join us for a fun cooking program where we explore popular foods and learn to recreate them.  February: Sweet ...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite restaurant dish or name-brand treat? Join us for a fun cooking program where we explore popular foods and learn to recreate them.  

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.

Pokémon™ Painting

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Grades 2-5)Try your hand at painting your favorite Pokémon™ character! Limit one canvas per participant. Snacks will be provided. Sixth graders welcome as space allows. A...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Children (Grades 2-5)

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.

Flavor Feud: Chips Edition

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)Do your tastebuds have what it takes to decipher the difference between a variety of chips? The participant who can identify the most chips correctly will win a ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Teens (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.

Presidents Day

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

Closed in observance of Presidents Day. MPHPL online resources and digital apps are always open 24/7 to explore free of charge. 

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

Closed in observance of Presidents Day.

Teen Gaming

Teen Gaming

Tuesday, February 18, 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.

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.

Air Fryer Fest

Air Fryer Fest

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults (18+)Join us for a relaxed evening as we demonstrate an air fryer recipe, sample the creation and share additional recipes for you to try! Participants are welcome to bring ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
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.

Homeschool Hour

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Education & Information
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-5)Homeschool students are invited to join us each month at the library to learn a new skill. Supplies will be provided. Adult caregivers must sign permission sli...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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.

Homeschool Hour

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Education & Information
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)Homeschool students are invited to join us each month at the library to learn a new skill. Supplies will be provided. Adult caregivers must sign permission slip ...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education & Information
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Homeschool students are invited to join us each month at the library to learn a new skill. Supplies will be provided. Adult caregivers must sign permission slip on-site.

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.

Teen Gaming

Teen Gaming

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Area at Bittersweet Branch
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: Bittersweet Branch
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.

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.

Virtual Chocolate Tasting

Virtual Chocolate Tasting

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual (Zoom)
Program Type:
Cooking, Education & Information
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All AgesCalling all chocolate lovers! Come indulge your sweet tooth at our virtual tasting. Participants will receive an assortment of chocolates to try while learning...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual (Zoom)
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Cooking, Education & Information
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

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. 

Board Meeting

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Spencer Gallery at Mishawaka Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults

Sour Candy Lock-In

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)How bad will you pucker from different sour candies? Join us and find out! Enjoy the sour candy tasting bar, make your own candy jewelry, enjoy a serving of our ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Teens (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.

Make with Us

Floral Wall Art

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults (18+)Join us for a morning of crafting and conversation! Participants will use a combination of flowers, scrapbook paper and a canvas to create a one-of-a-kind work of art. ...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

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.

John Dudley Magic Show

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

John Dudley Magic ShowRegistration for the John Dudley Magic Show opens Friday, February 7 and closes on Saturday, February 22 at 9 a.m. or when full. Visit mphpl.org to register. ...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

John Dudley Magic Show

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.

Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Come join us for our Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party 1:30-3:30 p.m. – Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck – one free small hot chocolate  1-1:45 p.m. - John Dudley Magic Show ...

Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment
Event Details:

Come join us for our Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party 

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. 

John Dudley Magic Show

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

John Dudley Magic ShowRegistration for the John Dudley Magic Show opens Friday, February 7 and closes on Saturday, February 22 at 9 a.m. or when full. Visit mphpl.org to register. ...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

John Dudley Magic Show

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.

Cooking Classics

Cooking Classics: Red Blossom Cookies

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace) at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Want to try your hand at easy culinary creations? Join us as we experiment with different flavors to make irresistibly delicious goodies! February 24: Red Blossom CookiesRegis...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Want to try your hand at easy culinary creations? Join us as we experiment with different flavors to make irresistibly delicious goodies! 

February 24: Red Blossom Cookies

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.

Night Owl Storytime

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 11 & under)Everyone enjoys one bedtime story, but what about three? Join us for our evening storytime with books, songs and a take-home craft. Adult caregivers m...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Children (Ages 11 & under)

Everyone enjoys one bedtime story, but what about three? Join us for our evening storytime with books, songs and a take-home craft. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

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.

Teen Gaming

Teen Gaming

Tuesday, February 25, 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.

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.

Teen Gaming

Teen Gaming

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Area at Bittersweet Branch
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: Bittersweet Branch
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.

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.

BINGO

BINGO

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults (18+)Join us for an evening of bingo and beverages! Winners will receive small prizes and raffle tickets for a chance to win a door prize. Registration required for eac...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

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.