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Thanksgiving Day

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

Closed in observance of Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving Day.

Flavors of the Season Virtual Tasting

Flavors of the Season Virtual Tasting

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual (Zoom)
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Come explore popular flavors of the winter season with us at our virtual tasting! Participants will receive goodies to try and learn the history of those classic flavors. Regi...

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

Come explore popular flavors of the winter season with us at our virtual tasting! Participants will receive goodies to try and learn the history of those classic flavors. 

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. 

MHS Jazz

Mishawaka High School Jazz Ensemble Holiday Performance

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Listen to the sounds of the season with the Mishawaka High School Jazz Ensemble!    Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and young...

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

Listen to the sounds of the season with the Mishawaka High School Jazz Ensemble!   

Staff In-Service

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 12:30pm - 7:00pm
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

Mishawaka Library and Bittersweet Branch will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff training. The Harris Branch is closed all day, as usual. MPHPL online resources and di...

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

Mishawaka Library and Bittersweet Branch will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff training. The Harris Branch is closed all day, as usual.

Movie Trivia Night

Movie Trivia Night

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Trivia
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AdultsCelebrate all things film at our Movie Trivia Night! We’ll cover movies from the 1930s through today with questions about actors, settings, soundtracks and more. The winning ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Trivia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Adults

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.

Winter Wonderfest

Winter Wonderfest

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment, Performances
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for crafts (also great for gift-giving), games, a family photo and a snowball fight!  Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities. Thanks to...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Entertainment, Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for crafts (also great for gift-giving), games, a family photo and a snowball fight!  Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities.

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 Wonderfest

Winter Wonderfest

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Harris Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment, Performances
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for crafts (also great for gift-giving), games, a family photo and a snowball fight!  Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities. Thanks to...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Entertainment, Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for crafts (also great for gift-giving), games, a family photo and a snowball fight!  Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities.

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 Wonderfest

Winter Wonderfest

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Harris Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment, Performances
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for crafts (also great for gift-giving), games, a family photo and a snowball fight!  Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities. Thanks to...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Entertainment, Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for crafts (also great for gift-giving), games, a family photo and a snowball fight!  Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities.

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, December 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment, Gaming
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: Community, Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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

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.

Ho Ho Ho Holiday Lock-In

Ho-Ho-Ho Holiday Lock-In

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen Area at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)Join us for our holiday lock-in! See if you an beat the clock in a handful of holiday-themed challenges, create a tasty drink at the hot chocolate bar, decorate ...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Cookie Decorating and Holiday Trivia

Cookie Decorating & Holiday Trivia

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All AgesJoin us for a morning of cookie decorating while listening to Christmas music and answering holiday trivia! Stay for the whole hour or leave when you are done ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Cooking, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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. 

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.

Last Minute DIY Gifts

Last Minute DIY Gifts

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)Still need a last-minute gift for that special person? We will have several small DIY materials to choose from so you can make the perfect gift. Enjoy Christmas ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
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.

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.

Happy Noon Year!

Happy Noon Year

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 7 & under)Happy Noon Year! We will have games, activities and snacks to ring in the new year at 12:00 p.m.!Registration required.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Children (Age 7 & under)

Happy Noon Year! We will have games, activities and snacks to ring in the new year at 12:00 p.m.!

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/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 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 New Year's Eve.

New Year's Day

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

Closed in observance of New Year's Day MPHPL digital databases 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

Dog Man Call of Duty

Dog Man™: Call of Duty

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-5)Join us for a morning of crime stopping fun! We will have games, crafts, activities and snacks. Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants in grades...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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

Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

BINGO

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Community, Entertainment, Gaming
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: Community, Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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

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.

Staff Training

Wednesday, March 5, 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. 

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.

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.