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Valentine’s Day Walk-In Craft

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Corner at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

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

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

This event is in the "Children" group

Valentine’s Day Walk-In Craft

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Youth Corner at Bittersweet Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

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

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

This event is in the "Children" group

Valentine’s Day Walk-In Craft

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Treehouse at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

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

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

Presidents Day

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

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

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

Closed Presidents Day

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Art Explorers

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Grades K-2)

Let your creativity fly while creating your own scribble art masterpiece!  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)

Let your creativity fly while creating your own scribble art masterpiece!  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

Sewing and Soup

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace) at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+)

Learn to make a cozy for your winter bowl of soup, perfect for microwaving something warm and nourishing. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

Learn to make a cozy for your winter bowl of soup, perfect for microwaving something warm and nourishing. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

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

Art Explorers

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Children (Grades 3-5)

Let your creativity fly while creating your own scribble art masterpiece!  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)

Let your creativity fly while creating your own scribble art masterpiece!  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.

Staff Training

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

All MPHPL locations will be closing all day 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 all day for staff training.

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

Winter Reading Wrap-Up Party

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community, Family Literacy
Age Group:
Family & All Ages

Family & All Ages 

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
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 "Adults" group

Paint With Us!

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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 "Family & All Ages" group

Family Crafting: Library Bags

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family & All Ages

Family & All Ages

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Popcorn & Painting

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

National Crayon Day Celebration

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

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

Children (Ages 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

National Crayon Day Celebration

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children

Children (Ages 11 & Under)

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

Children (Ages 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.

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.

Staff In-Service

Wednesday, December 16, 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 in-service.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 in-service.

Christmas Eve

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

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

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

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

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

Closed Christmas Day

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