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This event is in the "Adults" group.

BINGO

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment, Gaming
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. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community, Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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. 

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.

Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt Lock-In

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)Bring a flashlight and join the quest to find hidden eggs with candy. Glow-in-the-dark eggs will contain small prizes. Find the supersized egg to receive the gra...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)Bring one of your favorite stuffed animal friends for a special evening storytime and craft before leaving them for a fun overnight adventure in the library! Yo...

Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)

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.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)Bring one of your favorite stuffed animal friends for a special evening storytime and craft before leaving them for a fun overnight adventure in the library! Yo...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)

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.

Popcorn & Pickup

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)For those that registered and joined us for our Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime, pick up your stuffed animal friend and enjoy a slideshow highlighting their ...

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)

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.

Popcorn & Pickup

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)For those that registered and joined us for our Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime, pick up your stuffed animal friend and enjoy a slideshow highlighting their ...

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

Children (Ages 2-11)

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.

Out of this World!

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-5)Celebrate National Space Day with us! Explore parts of space with various games, activities and crafts. Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants i...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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 "Children" group.

Out of this World!

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-5)Celebrate National Space Day with us! Explore parts of space with various games, activities and crafts. Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants i...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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 "Adults" group.

All That '90s Trivia Night

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Trivia
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults (18+)Show off your nineties knowledge at our All That ‘90s Trivia Night! We’ll cover a variety of pop culture topics, like movies, TV, music, food and more! During this even...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Trivia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Staff Training

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

All MPHPL locations will be closed for staff training. 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:

All MPHPL locations will be closed for staff training. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

BINGO

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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. 

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.

Memorial Day

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

Closed in observance of Memorial 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 Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Children" group.

How to Train Your Dragon™

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Grades 3-5)Join Toothless, Hiccup and the rest of the Dragon Flyers. Don your Viking gear and learn skills through activities and games that will help you train your drag...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Children (Grades 3-5)

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.

Independence Day

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

Closed in observance of Independence 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 Independence Day.

Labor Day

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

Closed in observance of Labor 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 Labor Day.

Staff Training

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 12:30pm - 7:00pm
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff training.  MPHPL online resources and digital apps are always open 24/7 to explore free of c...

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

All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff training. 

Thanksgiving Day

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

Closed in observance of Thanksgiving. 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 Thanksgiving.

Staff In-Service

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 12:30pm - 7:00pm
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff in-service. MPHPL online resources and digital apps are always open 24/7 to explore free of charg...

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

All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff in-service.

Christmas Eve

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

Closed in observance of Christmas Eve. 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 Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

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

Closed in observance of Christmas 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 Christmas Day.

New Year's Eve

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

Closed in observance of New Year's 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 New Year's Day.