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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)

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

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)

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

Groundhog Day Picture Bingo

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Kids in the Kitchen

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-2)

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. 

Please Note

Due to the nature of this program, we are unable to admit attendees who arrive later than 10 minutes after the start time. 

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

12:30pm–7:00pm
All Branches
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.

Program

10:15am–11:15am
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Room
This event is in the "Adults" group

Saturday Morning Book Club

10:15am–11:15am
Adults
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
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 "Children" group

Kids in the Kitchen

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades K-2)

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. 

Please Note

Due to the nature of this program, we are unable to admit attendees who arrive later than 10 minutes after the start time. 

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

Baby STEAM Lab

10:15am–11:00am
Children
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information, Family Literacy, STEAM
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & Under)

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 "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

American Heritage Spotlight

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Eisen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Adults (18+)

February: Indiana, Michigan and the Line Between Them

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

Baby STEAM Lab

10:15am–11:00am
Children
Harris Branch
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information, Family Literacy, STEAM
Event Details:

Children (Age 5 & under)

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

Kids in the Kitchen

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades 3-5)

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. 

Please Note

Due to the nature of this program, we are unable to admit attendees who arrive later than 10 minutes after the start time. 

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

Kids in the Kitchen

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Friends Learning Lab (Makerspace)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children (Grades 3-5)

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. 

Please Note

Due to the nature of this program, we are unable to admit attendees who arrive later than 10 minutes after the start time. 

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

Valentine’s Day Walk-In Craft

9:00am–7:00pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 11 & Under

Drop in to make something special for your favorite Valentine! A variety of crafts will be available. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Valentine’s Day Walk-In Craft

10:00am–7:00pm
Children
Bittersweet Branch
Library Branch: Bittersweet Branch
Room: Youth Corner
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 11 & Under

Drop in to make something special for your favorite Valentine! A variety of crafts will be available. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Valentine’s Day Walk-In Craft

10:00am–7:00pm
Children
Harris Branch
Library Branch: Harris Branch
Room: Treehouse
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 11 & Under

Drop in to make something special for your favorite Valentine! A variety of crafts will be available. 

President's Day

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

Closed President's Day

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Homeschool Hangout

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Youth Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Education & Information
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Board Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Mishawaka Library
Library Branch: Mishawaka Library
Room: Spencer Gallery
Age Group: Adults
This event is in the "Children" group

Art Explorers

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
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

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Mishawaka Library
Upcoming
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.