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American Heritage Spotlight

American Heritage Spotlight

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eisen Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+)

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

The People Next Door logo

The People Next Door: Witnessing the Holocaust

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Education & Information, Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Teens & Adults (18+)

Student Art and Creative Writing Reception & Contest Awards 

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education & Information, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Teens & Adults (18+)

Student Art and Creative Writing Reception & Contest Awards 

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.

The Story of Granger

From Native Lands to Modern Subdivisions: The Story of Granger, IN

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Harris Branch
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults

Andrea Hartstein will delve into the rich history of Granger as we explore its transformation to a thriving community of subdivisions.

Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Andrea Hartstein will delve into the rich history of Granger as we explore its transformation to a thriving community of subdivisions.

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.

American Heritage Spotlight

American Heritage Spotlight

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eisen Room at Mishawaka Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults

Adults (18+)

May: A Brief History of Mishawaka Mayors 

Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

May: A Brief History of Mishawaka Mayors 

Staff Training

Wednesday, May 13, 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. 

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.

New Year's Eve

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

Closed New Year's EveOur 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 Eve

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