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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Meme BINGO

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12) Join us for bingo and snacks! Winners will choose from an assortment of small prizes and earn raffle tickers for a drawing at the end of the program for a ch...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Teens (Grades 6-12)

Join us for bingo and snacks! Winners will choose from an assortment of small prizes and earn raffle tickers for a drawing at the end of the program for a chance to win a tortilla blanket!

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.

Staff Training

Wednesday, May 22, 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 digital databases and d...

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.

Memorial Day

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

Closed in observance of Memorial 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 Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Nature Nuts

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bittersweet Courtyard at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under) Join us outside in the courtyard for sensory nature exploration and art! If inclement weather occurs, the event will be moved inside.  For the...

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

Children (Age 5 & 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 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.

Nature Nuts

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Bittersweet Courtyard at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Education & Information, Entertainment
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children (Entering Grades K-5) Join us outside in the courtyard for sensory nature exploration and art! If inclement weather occurs, the event will be moved inside.  For t...

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

Children (Entering 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 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 "Family & All Ages" group.

Jeanie B!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All Ages Join us for an “edu-taining” program with special guest, Jeanie B! Musician Jeanie B! offers an interactive musical experience that will have everyone up a...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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 "Family & All Ages" group.

Jeanie B!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All Ages Join us for an “edu-taining” program with special guest, Jeanie B! Musician Jeanie B! offers an interactive musical experience that will have everyone up a...

Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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 "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 "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 "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 "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 "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 "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 "Teens" group.

Teen BINGO

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zimmerman Room at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens (Entering Grades 6-12) Join us for bingo and snacks! Winners will choose from an assortment of small prizes and earn raffle tickets for a drawing at the end of the program...

Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Teens (Entering 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 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 "Family & All Ages" group.

Mr. Jim's Magical Adventure

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All Ages Mr. Jim’s Magical Outdoor Adventure is an indoor magic show about the outdoors and is designed for the entire family. Mr. Jim will mystify with magic as we...

Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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 "Family & All Ages" group.

Mr. Jim's Magical Adventure

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family & All Ages
Event Details:

Family & All Ages Mr. Jim’s Magical Outdoor Adventure is an indoor magic show about the outdoors and is designed for the entire family. Mr. Jim will mystify with magic as we...

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