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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 "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 "Children" group

Painting Pals

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Grades K-2)

Learn basic painting skills while creating your own unique masterpiece using dots!  Adult caregivers must remain in the library.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-2)

Learn basic painting skills while creating your own unique masterpiece using dots!  Adult caregivers must remain in the library.  

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

Painting Pals

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Grades 3-5)

Learn basic painting skills while creating your own unique masterpiece using dots!  Adult caregivers must remain in the library.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades 3-5)

Learn basic painting skills while creating your own unique masterpiece using dots!  Adult caregivers must remain in the library.  

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

Make With Us: Creative Cricuting

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+)

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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 "Teens" group

Cupcakes & Canvas

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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

Closed Martin Luther King Jr. DayOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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

Closed Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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

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

Snack, Craft and Puzzle

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
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, Gaming
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.

Staff Training

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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.Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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.

President's Day

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

Closed President'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 President's Day

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

Memorial Day

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

Closed Memorial DayOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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

Closed Memorial Day

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

Juneteenth

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

Closed JuneteenthOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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

Closed Juneteenth

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

Independence Day

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

Closed Independence DayOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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

Closed Independence Day

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

Labor Day

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

Closed Labor DayOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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

Closed Labor Day

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

Staff Training

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 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. Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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. 

Early Closure - Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mishawaka Library, Bittersweet Branch, Harris Branch, Outreach (Offsite), Virtual (Zoom)

Closing Early on Thanksgiving EveMPHPL 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:

Closing Early on Thanksgiving Eve

Thanksgiving Day

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

Closed Thanksgiving DayOur digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.

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

Closed Thanksgiving Day

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