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Father's Day Walk-In Craft

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Youth Corner at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11) Celebrate your dad, uncle, grandpa or other very special someone in your life. We will have materials to make a handmade gift to show your love and apprecia...

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

Children (Ages 2-11)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Father's Day Walk-In Craft

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Area at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11) Celebrate your dad, uncle, grandpa or other very special someone in your life. We will have materials to make a handmade gift to show your love and apprecia...

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Youth Activity Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children (Ages 2-11)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Greenhouse Storytime

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach (Offsite)
Program Type:
Community, Education & Information, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

MPHPL is once again partnering with the Mishawaka Parks Department to co-host a greenhouse storytime! Join us to hear stories and learn about community gardens in the Mishawaka Edu...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach (Offsite)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community, Education & Information, Storytimes
Event Details:

MPHPL is once again partnering with the Mishawaka Parks Department to co-host a greenhouse storytime!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Early Explorers

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under) Join us for a morning of literacy fun with the help from some of our favorite authors, Eric Carle and Bill Martin! We’ll have a variety of play and ...

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

Children (Age 5 & under)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Super Sleuths

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Treehouse at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 6-11) Test your skills with a variety of crafts and activities to see if you have what it takes to be a super sleuth. Adult caregivers must remain in the library....

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Treehouse
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Children (Ages 6-11)

Test your skills with a variety of crafts and activities to see if you have what it takes to be a super sleuth. Adult caregivers must remain in the library. 

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Gaming

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Area at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Entering 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 fo...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Paint With Us!

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spencer Gallery at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults Come embrace your artistic side at one of our painting events! We will be painting a mini canvas with the option of creating your own design or working with our vinyl tem...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Early Explorers

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under) Join us for a morning of literacy fun with the help from some of our favorite authors, Eric Carle and Bill Martin! We’ll have a variety of play and ...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information, Entertainment
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Super Sleuths

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Teen Area at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 6-11) Test your skills with a variety of crafts and activities to see if you have what it takes to be a super sleuth. Adult caregivers must remain in the library....

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Children (Ages 6-11)

Test your skills with a variety of crafts and activities to see if you have what it takes to be a super sleuth. Adult caregivers must remain in the library. 

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Early Explorers

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under) Join us for a morning of literacy fun with the help from some of our favorite authors, Eric Carle and Bill Martin! We’ll have a variety of play and ...

Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information, Entertainment
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Super Sleuths

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Teen Area at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Ages 6-11) Test your skills with a variety of crafts and activities to see if you have what it takes to be a super sleuth. Adult caregivers must remain in the library....

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

Children (Ages 6-11)

Test your skills with a variety of crafts and activities to see if you have what it takes to be a super sleuth. Adult caregivers must remain in the library. 

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chapter Chats

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults 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.  June 13...

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

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. 

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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

PaddyShack Ice Cream Storytime

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Outreach (Offsite)
Program Type:
Entertainment, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Family & All Ages Join us this summer for storytimes at PaddyShack Ice Cream! We’ll have fun stories, activities, songs and take-home crafts. PaddyShack Ice Cream is located...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach (Offsite)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cupcakes & Canvas

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12) Create a summer-themed messy canvas while enjoying cupcakes and lemonade! Supplies will be provided.   Registration required. 

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12)

Create a summer-themed messy canvas while enjoying cupcakes and lemonade! Supplies will be provided.  

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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Groovin' with Pete

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under) No matter the color of your shoes, you are invited to get groovy with Pete the Cat™. Join in on the fun with a short storytime, crafts and activiti...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Groovin' with Pete

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under) No matter the color of your shoes, you are invited to get groovy with Pete the Cat™. Join in on the fun with a short storytime, crafts and activiti...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Groovin' with Pete

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under) No matter the color of your shoes, you are invited to get groovy with Pete the Cat™. Join in on the fun with a short storytime, crafts and activiti...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Children (Age 11 & under)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Around the World

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Entering Grades 1-5) Ready to travel the world? During this fun and informative program, you’ll learn about countries from around the world through games, recipes and ...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Children (Entering Grades 1-5)

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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Gaming

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Area at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Entering 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 fo...

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12)

Additional Information

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

BINGO

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment, Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults 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.

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Adults

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

Photo Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Board Meeting

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Spencer Gallery at Mishawaka Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Splash Teen Lock-In

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Bittersweet Courtyard at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12) Celebrate the summer with this fun lock-in! Enjoy food, play games and survive the water balloon fight (weather permitting). Make sure to bring a to...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Bittersweet Courtyard
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12)

Celebrate the summer with this fun lock-in! Enjoy food, play games and survive the water balloon fight (weather permitting). Make sure to bring a towel for the car ride home! 

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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Wake-Up Weekend Trivia

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Eisen Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Trivia
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults Start your weekend off right with some trivia! Join us for a morning of snacks, beverages and music trivia. Participants will have to guess songs from various decades. Fe...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Trivia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cooking Classics: Pasta Salad

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace) at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults Want to try your hand at easy culinary creations? Join us as we experiment with different flavors to make irresistibly delicious goodies!  June 24: Pasta Salad ...

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

Adults

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

June 24: Pasta Salad

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 Permission

We often take pictures at library events to use in library publicity materials, on our website, and on social media. If you do not want us to use a picture of you (or your child, where applicable), please tell a librarian prior to the event. For registered events, by selecting 'Yes' under Photo Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given to use photographs as stated.