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Cookie Decorating & Holiday Trivia

10:30am - 11:30am
Family & All Ages
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Cooking, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

Last Minute DIY Gifts

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
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.

Christmas Eve

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

Closed in observance of Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

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

Closed in observance of Christmas Day.

Snow Globe Make & Shake

10:15am - 11:00am
Children
Harris Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children (Age 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.

Happy Noon Year

11:15am - 12:00pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Children (Age 7 & under)

Happy Noon Year! We will have games, activities and snacks to ring in the new year at 12:00 p.m.!

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/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.

New Year's Eve

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

Closed in observance of New Year's Eve.

New Year's Day

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

Closed in observance of New Year's Day

Teen Bingo

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Teens (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 for a chance to win a Dino Nugget plush!

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.

Winter Reading Kickoff Party

10:00am - 12:00pm
Family & All Ages
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community, Family Literacy
Event Details:

Join us as we kick off our 2025 Winter Reading Challenge! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks and more! While you are at the library, don’t forget to pick up your challenge card! 

EVENT LINEUP 

10 a.m.-Noon Crafts 

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.

Stevens Puppets: The Wizard of Oz

10:30am - 11:30am
Family & All Ages
Mishawaka Library
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Age Group: Family & All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Lions and Tigers and Puppets, oh my! Join us as Stevens Puppets presents the classic heart-warming tale, The Wizard of Oz. 

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.

Saturday Morning Book Club

10:15am - 11:15am
Adults
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Adults

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/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.

Personalize Your Planner!

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Bittersweet Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Zimmerman Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Adults

Start the new year off right by learning how to create a planner that works best for your lifestyle and interests! We’ll discuss and practice both productive and fun ways to stay organized.

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.

Bouncin' Babies

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

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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.

Li'l Listeners

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

Children (Ages 2-5) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

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.

Teen Gaming

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
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/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.

Bouncin' Babies

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

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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.

Li'l Listeners

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

Children (Ages 2-5) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

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.

Teen Gaming

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
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/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.

Bouncin' Babies

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

Children (Birth-23 months)

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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.

Li'l Listeners

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

Children (Ages 2-5) 

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. 

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.

Chapter Chats

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Harris Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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/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.

Teens in the Kitchen

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Teens
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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.

Dog Man™: Call of Duty

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Mishawaka Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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/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.