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Books & Babies

10:15am - 10:45am
Bittersweet Branch
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Books & Babies is a structured 20 minute program that combines books, short thymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. 

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.

Preschool Pals

10:15am - 10:45am
Bittersweet Branch
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 4-5)

Preschool Storytime is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts are used to increase early literacy skills and kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library.

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.

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: 13
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.

STEAM Squad

11:00am - 11:30am
Bittersweet Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Children (Ages 6-11)

During this 30 minute session, children will use their imaginations to make STEAM-inspired creations based on fairy tales. Some creations will be take home, while other creations will use our STEAM cart for supplies. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library. 

Registration required. Register once for the entire monthly series. If you have to miss a session, let a librarian know.

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.

Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Bittersweet Branch
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 2-3) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts provide an enjoyable group experience.  

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.

Teens in the Kitchen

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn a new skill in the kitchen?  Now is your chance!  Enjoy an afternoon filled with learning new kitchen skills and recipes, then sample your delicious creations.

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.

Cupcake Decorating

10:30am - 11:30am
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn and practice various piping techniques to create beautiful spring flowers using frosting. In this hands-on program, participants will get to take their floral-inspired cupcakes with them at the end of the program. 

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.

Mother's Day Walk-In Craft

10:00am - 4:00pm
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
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.

Mother's Day Walk-In Craft

10:00am - 4:00pm
Bittersweet Branch
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.

Mother's Day Walk-In Craft

10:00am - 4:00pm
Harris Branch
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.

Make with Us: Mini Quilled Flowers

10:30am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of crafting and conversation. Participants will be given all the quilling supplies needed to create a miniature vase of flowers.  

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!

Books & Babies

10:15am - 10:45am
Harris Branch
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Treehouse
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Books & Babies is a structured 20 minute program that combines books, short thymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. 

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.

Preschool Pals

10:15am - 10:45am
Harris Branch
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 4-5)

Preschool Storytime is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts are used to increase early literacy skills and kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library.

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.

STEAM Squad

11:00am - 11:30am
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Treehouse
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22

Children (Ages 6-11)

During this 30 minute session, children will use their imaginations to make STEAM-inspired creations based on fairy tales. Some creations will be take home, while other creations will use our STEAM cart for supplies. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library. 

Registration required. Register once for the entire monthly series. If you have to miss a session, let a librarian know.

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.

Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Harris Branch
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 2-3) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts provide an enjoyable group experience.  

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.

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.

American Heritage Spotlight

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education & Information, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

This month, historian and preservationist Susanna Ernst will present, From Belgium to Mishawaka: West End Story. Susanna was born and raised in Mishawaka and is the author of Hooligan Heights: Mishawaka's Wild West.

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.

Books & Babies

10:15am - 10:45am
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Books & Babies is a structured 20 minute program that combines books, short thymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. 

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.

Preschool Pals

10:15am - 10:45am
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 4-5)

Preschool Storytime is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts are used to increase early literacy skills and kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library.

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.

STEAM Squad

11:00am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19

Children (Ages 6-11)

During this 30 minute session, children will use their imaginations to make STEAM-inspired creations based on fairy tales. Some creations will be take home, while other creations will use our STEAM cart for supplies. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library. 

Registration required. Register once for the entire monthly series. If you have to miss a session, let a librarian know.

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.

Toddler Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Children (Ages 2-3) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts provide an enjoyable group experience.  

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.

Teen Gaming

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Bittersweet Branch
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
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.

BINGO

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bittersweet Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

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.