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Trim the Tree

Trim the Tree Walk-In Craft

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Corner at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)Join us as we prepare for the holiday season with festive ornaments to trim your tree while supplies last.No registration required. 

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

Children (Age 11 & under)

Join us as we prepare for the holiday season with festive ornaments to trim your tree while supplies last.

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.

Trim the Tree

Trim the Tree Walk-In Craft

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Corner at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)Join us as we prepare for the holiday season with festive ornaments to trim your tree while supplies last.No registration required. 

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

Children (Age 11 & under)

Join us as we prepare for the holiday season with festive ornaments to trim your tree while supplies last.

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.

Trim the Tree

Trim the Tree Walk-In Craft

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Treehouse at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)Join us as we prepare for the holiday season with festive ornaments to trim your tree while supplies last.No registration required. 

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

Children (Age 11 & under)

Join us as we prepare for the holiday season with festive ornaments to trim your tree while supplies last.

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.

Winterfest

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Outreach (Offsite)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All Ages The Mishawaka Parks and Rec Department will be hosting their annual Winterfest event. The library will have a crafting table with a variety of projects!&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach (Offsite)
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

The Mishawaka Parks and Rec Department will be hosting their annual Winterfest event. The library will have a crafting table with a variety of projects!  

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.

Make with Us: Needle Felted Ornaments

Make with Us: Needle Felted Ornaments

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AdultsJoin us for a morning of crafting and conversation. Participants will be given all the supplies needed to create a needle felted ornament, which could be a great gift or deco...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Adults

Join us for a morning of crafting and conversation. Participants will be given all the supplies needed to create a needle felted ornament, which could be a great gift or decor for a tree! 

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. 

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.

Snow Globe Make & Shake

Snow Globe Make & Shake

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)Design and make your own paper plate snow globe shaker. Use our precut designs or make your own with our supplies. Your imagination is your only limit!...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)

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.

Snow Globe Make & Shake

Snow Globe Make & Shake

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)Design and make your own paper plate snow globe shaker. Use our precut designs or make your own with our supplies. Your imagination is your only limit!...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)

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

Winter Reading Kickoff Party

Winter Reading Kickoff Party

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Family Literacy
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Join us as we kick off our 2025 Winter Reading Challenge! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks and more! While you are at the library, don’t forget to pick up your challenge card!  ...

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

Join us as we kick off our 2025 Winter Reading Challenge! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks and more! While you are at the library, don’t forget to pick up your challenge card! 

EVENT LINEUP 

10 a.m.-Noon Crafts 

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.

Personalize Your Planner!

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

AdultsStart the new year off right by learning how to create a planner that works best for your lifestyle and interests! We’ll discuss and practice both productive and fun ways to ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Adults

Start the new year off right by learning how to create a planner that works best for your lifestyle and interests! We’ll discuss and practice both productive and fun ways to stay organized.

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.

Paint with Us!

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come embrace your artistic side at one of our painting events! We will use glass as our canvas with the option of creating your own design or working with our templates. This is a ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Come embrace your artistic side at one of our painting events! We will use glass as our canvas with the option of creating your own design or working with our templates. This is a great program for all experience levels. 

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.

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.