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Cooking Classics: S'mores Cookies

10:30am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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! 

July 29: S'mores Cookies

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.

Teen Gaming

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mishawaka Library
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.

Happee Birthdae Harry!

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Bittersweet Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Bittersweet Courtyard
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Teen BINGO

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
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 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.

Storytime with Devin Cannady

10:30am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Entertainment, Family Literacy, Storytimes
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

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.

Saturday Morning Book Club

10:15am - 11:15am
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

Join us at our Mishawaka Library to discuss the month’s book selection. Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Mishawaka 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 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.

Storytime at the Mishawaka Market

11:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach (Offsite)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach (Offsite)
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Storytimes
Event Details:

Family & All Ages

Come check out the Mishawaka Market! Join us for a storytime and a craft. We will also have a table set up with our program guides. 

End-of-Summer Reading Celebration

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Bittersweet Branch
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Entertainment, Family Literacy
Event Details:

Time flies when you’re having fun reading! Join us for our End-of-Summer Reading Celebration where we will have outdoor games and prizes, popcorn and KONA ICE available for all participants.

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.

Colorful Creations at MPHPL : Acrylic Painting

10:30am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education & Information
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Adults 60 and up are welcome to join us for this five-week art series, taught by Linda Pieri, where they will learn the basics of acrylic painting while socializing and connecting with each other.

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.

Teen Gaming

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Teens (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 for a few minutes or join us for the full two hours. 

No 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.

Kindergarten Kickoff

10:30am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Children (Entering Kindergarten) 

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.

Virtual Sweet Treat Tasting

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual (Zoom)
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual (Zoom)
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Education & Information
Event Details:

Come indulge your sweet tooth with us at our virtual tasting! This program will feature plenty of nostalgic treats and other delicious favorites.

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. 

Chapter Chats

10:30am - 11:30am
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

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.

PaddyShack Ice Cream Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Outreach (Offsite)
Waitlist
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach (Offsite)
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Community, Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Ready, Set, Mo! - A Mo Willems Celebration

10:15am - 11:15am
Bittersweet Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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 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.

Ready, Set, Mo! - A Mo Willems Celebration

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
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 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.

Ready, Set, Mo! - A Mo Willems Celebration

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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 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.

Around the World

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bittersweet Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education & Information, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Children (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.

Greenhouse Storytime

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach (Offsite)
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!

Early Explorers

10:15am - 11:00am
Harris Branch
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.

Colorful Creations at MPHPL : Acrylic Painting

10:30am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education & Information
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Adults 60 and up are welcome to join us for this five-week art series, taught by Linda Pieri, where they will learn the basics of acrylic painting while socializing and connecting with each other.

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.

Teen Gaming

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Teens (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 for a few minutes or join us for the full two hours. 

No 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.

Early Explorers

10:15am - 11:00am
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
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.

Early Explorers

10:15am - 11:00am
Bittersweet Branch
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.