Bittersweet Branch | Monday, August 5
4:30-6:30 p.m. | Family & All Ages
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Summer Reading Challenge participants can enter to win passes from Ninja Golf or the Indiana State Fair. Thank you, Ninja Golf, and the Indiana State Fair, for donating these amazing prizes.
No registration required.
Please note: if inclement weather occurs, this event will be canceled.
Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.
10:15 a.m.M Saturday Morning Book Club: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield (Age 18+)
10:30 a.m.M Storytime with Devin Cannady (Family & All Ages)No Reg. Required -
10:15 a.m.
2:30 p.m.H Teen Bingo (Entering Grades 6-12)
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B Ready, Set, Mo!A Mo Willems Celebration (Age 11 & under) 1 p.m.H Ready, Set, Mo!A Mo Willems Celebration (Age 11 & under) 3:30 p.m.M Ready, Set, Mo!A Mo Willems Celebration (Age 11 & under)
10:30 a.m.M Kindergarten Kickoff (Entering Kindergarten) 6 p.m.Zoom Virtual Sweet Treat Tasting (Family & All Ages)
11 a.m. PaddyShack Ice Cream Storytime 15015 State Road 23 (Family & All Ages) 4:30 p.m.B End-of-Summer Reading Celebration (Family & All Ages) LAST DAY TO SUBMIT YOUR SUMMER READING CHALLENGE CARD!
10:15 a.m.H Early Explorers (Age 5 & under)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required10:15 a.m.M Early Explorers (Age 5 & under)No Reg. Required10:15 a.m.B Early Explorers (Age 5 & under)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.H Chapter Chats: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman (Age 18+) 10:30 a.m.M Sensational Salads with Nicky Foust (Age 18+)
11 a.m. Storytime at the Mishawaka Market 230 Ironworks Ave. (Family & All Ages)No Reg. Required -
4:30 p.m.B Around the World (Entering Grades 1-5) 5:30 p.m. Greenhouse Storytime with Mishawaka Parks Broadway & Marion St. (Family & All Ages)No Reg. Required -
10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.M 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Kickoff (Age 5 & under) 10:30 a.m.B Nature Nuts (Age 5 & under) 4:30 p.m.B Nature Nuts (Entering Grades K-5) 10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Cooking Classics: Sweet Pickles (Age 18+) 6 p.m.B & H Night Owl Storytime (Age 11 & under) 5:30 p.m.B BINGO (Age 18+) PLEASE NOTE :
10:30 a.m.B Make with Us: Sunflower Coasters (Age 18+) 5:30 p.m.H Air Fryer Fest (Age 18+) 11 a.m. Storytime at the Mishawaka Market 230 Ironworks Ave. (Family & All Ages)No Reg. Required -
Some programs have varying age groups. These programs have specific ages listed below the event. Programs are subject to change. Should a program be canceled, patrons will be notified at least 72 hours prior to the program.
Children (Birth-Grade 5) Teens (Grades 6-12) Adults (Age 18+) Family & All Ages Off-Site Event
Branch Location
10:15 a.m.M Saturday Morning Book Club: Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik (Age 18+) 2:30 p.m.H Generic vs. Name Brand Taste-Off (Grades 6-12)
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10:30 a.m.H Family Camp Out (Family & All Ages)
6:30 p.m.M Back to the '80s Trivia Night (Age 18+)
Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required5 p.m.M Teens in the Kitchen (Grades 6-12)
10:30 a.m.M Copycat Cooking: Coffee Shop Favorites (Age 18+) Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades K-2)
Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 3-5) ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY
Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.H Chapter Chats: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles (Age 18+)
Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required -
Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required6:30 p.m.M American Heritage Spotlight (Ages 18+)No Reg. Required -
10:30 a.m.B Nature Nuts (Age 5 & under) 4:30 p.m.B Nature Nuts (Grades K-5)
Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. RequiredBittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. RequiredHarris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required -
10:30 a.m.H Make with Us: Framed Pine Cone Bouquet (Age 18+)
2:30 p.m.B Family Camp Out (Family & All Ages) 10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting (Age 60+) 4:30 p.m.M Cooking Classics: Stir Fry (Age 18+)
29 30 10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting (Age 60+) 4:30 p.m.M & B Fall Frolic Picture Bingo (Ages 2-11) ! REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR OCT. & NOV. PROGRAMS! 3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required6 p.m.M Movie Night Charcuterie Boards (Age 18+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. RequiredMishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required 5:30 p.m.B BINGO (Age 18+) Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. RequiredHarris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required -
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Children (Birth-Entering Grade 5) Storytime Teens (Grades 6-12) Adults (Age 18+) Family & All Ages Mishawaka Library Location Bittersweet Branch Location Harris Branch Location Off-Site Event
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Storytime at the Mishawaka Market
Ironworks Ave., Mishawaka
Sundays: Aug. 4 & Aug. 25
11 a.m.- Noon | 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 .
Please note: if inclement weather occurs, the event will be canceled .
No registration required.
PaddyShack Ice Cream Storytime
15015 SR 23, Granger Fri., Aug. 9 | 11-11:45 a.m.
Family & All Ages
Join us this summer for storytimes at PaddyShack Ice Cream! We’ll have fun stories, activities, songs and take-home crafts . Registration required.
Greenhouse Storytime with Mishawaka Parks
MEF Community Greenhouse, N. Main St., Mishawaka Mon., Aug. 12 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Family & All Ages
MPHPL is once again partnering with the Mishawaka Parks Department to co-host a greenhouse storytime! Join us to hear stories and learn about community gardens in the Mishawaka Education Foundation Community Greenhouse (located at the corner of Broadway and Marion Street) . After storytime, kids will get a take-home craft and can pick the plants that are in bloom!
Please note: if inclement weather occurs, the event will be canceled . No registration required.
PBS Michiana-WNIT Tiny Tee-Off Miniature Golf Tournament
Ninja Golf, 12080 Adams Rd., Granger Sat., Aug. 24 | 9 a.m.- Noon | Family & All Ages
PBS Michiana-WNIT will be hosting a Tiny Tee-off Miniature Golf Tournament at Ninja Golf . There will be entertainment, food trucks and of course, a mini-golf tournament! Join in the fun and stop by our table!
Visit WNIT's website for more information: www.WNIT.org/minigolf
Storytime with Devin Cannady
Mishawaka Library | Fri., Aug. 2
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Family & All Ages
Devin Cannady is a professional basketball player from Mishawaka, whose mission is to motivate and inspire people all around the world . As a first-time author, Cannady found inspiration for Aliya Can through his and his wife's daughter, Aliya Cannady Cannady will continue to share stories of empowerment, confidence building, and positivity through his company, Run Your Own Race, LLC . Cannady will be signing his self-published book Aliya Can after this special storytime . Each family in attendance will receive a free autographed copy .
Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age
No registration required.
Virtual Sweet Treat Tasting
Live on Zoom | Wed., Aug. 7 6-6:45 p.m. | Family & All Ages
Come indulge your sweet tooth with us at our virtual tasting! This program will feature plenty of nostalgic treats and other delicious favorites . Participants will receive goodies to sample and learn about the history of some of these beloved snacks .
Registration required. Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be sent via email to registrants. Limit one kit per household.
Harris Branch | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Bittersweet Branch | 2:30-3:30 p.m. Sat., Sept. 21 | Family & All Ages
Do you enjoy the outdoors? Come and enjoy a story, craft and fun camp-themed activities! Don’t forget to grab your s’more snack kit to take home. If inclement weather occurs, the event will be moved inside. Adult caregivers must remain in the program. Registration required.
BOOKS & BABIES
Birth-23 Months
Books & Babies is a structured 20 minute program that combines books, short rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Harris Branch
Tuesdays:
Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24
10:15-10:45 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
Wednesdays: Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Thursdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:15-10:45 a.m.
TODDLER TIME PRESCHOOL PALS
Ages 2 & 3
Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and takehome crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Harris Branch
Tuesdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 11-11:30 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
Wednesdays: Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 11-11:30 a.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Thursdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 11-11:30 a.m.
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.
Harris Branch
Tuesdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
Wednesdays: Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Thursdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:15-10:45 a.m.
No registration required for storytime. Groups may contact the Youth Services Coordinator at (574) 259-5277 ext. 1401 to inquire about special accommodations.
Please note that we will close to additional attendees 15 minutes into our Toddler and Preschool sessions to help reduce distractions to our young audience members. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.
Kindergarten Kickoff
Mishawaka Library | Wed., Aug. 7
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Entering Kindergarten
Join us at the library for a storytime, craft, activities and a snack to kick off your school year! Whether you will be attending a public school, private school or homeschool, all those entering kindergarten are welcome to attend and will receive a free paperback book! Adult caregivers must remain in the room .
Registration required.
Ready, Set, Mo! - A Mo Willems Celebration
Sat., Aug. 10 | Age 11 & under
Bittersweet Branch | 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Harris Branch | 1-2 p.m.
Mishawaka Library | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Whether you’re a pigeon who can’t drive the bus, a piggie who likes to play the trumpet or a dinosaur who doesn’t know she’s extinct, you will have a blast with us as we celebrate the works of Mo Willems! Enjoy stories, snacks, crafts and activities! Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age .
Registration required.
Around the World
Bittersweet Branch | Mon., Aug. 12 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Entering Grades 1-5
Ready to travel the world? During this fun and informative program, you’ll learn about countries from around the world through games, recipes and crafts . Adult caregivers must remain in the library . This month we will be learning about Egypt!
Registration required.
Early Explorers
Harris Branch | Tues., Aug. 13
Mishawaka Library | Wed., Aug. 14
Bittersweet Branch | Thurs., Aug. 15
10:15-11 a.m. | Age 5 & under
We’re going on a bear hunt! Join us for a morning of literacy fun based on the classic book by Michael Rosen We will have a variety of play and sensory stations set up for little ones to practice important literacy skills as they explore the story . Adult caregivers must remain in the room .
No registration required.
Children
Nature Nuts
Bittersweet Branch
Mondays:
Aug. 19 & Sept. 9
10:30-11 a.m. | Age 5 & under
4:30-5:15 p.m. | Grades K-5
Join us outside in the courtyard for sensory nature exploration and art! If inclement weather occurs, the event will be moved inside . For the morning preschool session, adult caregivers must remain in the program . For the afternoon elementary session, adult caregivers must remain in the library
Registration required for each session.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Kickoff
Mishawaka Library | Fri., Aug. 23
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Age 5 & under
Whether you are new to the 1000 Books program or have been doing it for a while, join us for stories, a craft, snack and other fun activities! If you’re new to the program and need to sign up, we’ll have staff on hand to get you registered . Adult caregivers must remain in the room .
Registration required.
Night Owl Storytime
Bittersweet & Harris Branches
Mon., Aug. 26 | 6-6:30 p.m.
Age 11 & under
Everyone enjoys one bedtime story, but what about three? Join us for our evening storytime with books, songs and a take-home craft . Adult caregivers must remain in the room
Registration required.
Kids in the Kitchen
Mishawaka Library | Tues., Sept. 3
4:30-5 p.m. | Grades K-2
Mishawaka Library | Wed., Sept. 4
4:30-5:15 p.m. | Grades 3-5
Enjoy an afternoon filled with learning new kitchen skills and recipes . The best part is that everyone gets to sample their creation! Adult caregivers must remain in the library
Registration required for each session and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
Fall Frolic Picture Bingo
Mishawaka Library & Bittersweet Branch
Mon., Sept. 23
4:30-5:30 p.m. | Ages 2-11
Join us for a fun session of picture bingo and win fall-themed prizes! Adult caregivers must remain in the room .
Registration required.
MPHPL encourages parents and caregivers to build
and early literacy skills with your child by participating in the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program! To get started, visit one of our Youth Services desks or mphpl.org/1000Books
100 BOOKS
• Alexandria G .
• Kenley H .
• Colton K .
• Jackson K .
• Jacob L .
200 BOOKS
• Amelia B .
• Maisel B .
• Tasia F .
• Oliver L .
• Gretchen M .
• Henley M .
• Josephine R .
• Alex S .
• Kuiper V
300 BOOKS
• Jordyn A .
• Raelyn A .
• Annie B .
• Lucy B .
• Piper B .
• Tatum H .
• Caspian J
• Carter L
MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENTS:
400 BOOKS
• Sadie C .
• Theodore H .
• Atlas H .
• Madelynn H .
• Penelope H .
• Alejandro L .
• Ellis M .
• Gretchen M
• Henley M
• Hugh M .
• Oliver M .
• Aria P.
• Evelyn S .
• Maeve W .
• William W .
500 BOOKS
• Atlas H .
• Ellie M .
• Myles R . Ellie W .
• Penelope L .
• Hadassah R .
• Mila R .
• Gabriel S .
• Evelyn S .
• Evelyn S .
• Lilliana W .
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600 BOOKS
• Carol C .
• Lucy F .
• Wesley F .
• Soren W .
700 BOOKS
• Gabie C .
• Easton G .
• Scott M .
• Holly P.
• Maria S .
• Mark S .
• Charlotte S .
800 BOOKS
• Scarlett B .
• Lucas B .
• Albert D .
• Aria M .
• Todd M .
• Emmersyn P.
1000 BOOKS
• Wyatt B .
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Teen Bingo
Harris Branch | Thurs., Aug. 1
2:30-3:30 p.m. | 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 copy of The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook by Valentina Mussi .
Registration required.
Teen Gaming Grades 6-12
Mishawaka Library | 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Aug. & Sept.
Bittersweet Branch | 3:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Sept.
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.
Teens in the Kitchen
Mishawaka Library Thurs., Sept. 5
5-5:45 p.m. |
Grades 6-12
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 . Adult caregivers must sign permission slip on-site .
Registration required for each session and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
Generic vs. Name Brand Taste-Off
Harris Branch | Sat., Sept. 7
2:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades 6-12
What’s in a name? Do your tastebuds have what it takes to decipher the generic version of a food versus its name-brand counterpart? The participant who can identify the most foods correctly will win a special prize! Adult caregivers must sign a permission slip on-site to participate .
Registration required.
Saturday Morning Book Club
Mishawaka Library
1st Saturdays: Aug. 3 & Sept. 7
10:15-11:15 a.m.
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 .
Aug. 3: The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield
Sept. 7: Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik
Registration required for each session.
Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting
Mishawaka Library | Tuesdays:
Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 & Sept. 3
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (60+)
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 . Each week, participants will walk away with a unique canvas painting
This activity is made possible in part by the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administrations Division of Aging .
Registration required. Register once for all five sessions of this series .
Chapter Chats
Harris Branch
2nd Thursdays: Aug. 8 & Sept. 12
10:30-11:30 a.m. | 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 .
Aug. 8: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
Sept. 12: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
Registration required for each session.
Sensational Salads with Nicky Foust
Mishawaka Library | Fri., Aug. 16 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (18+)
Join us for a morning with Nicky Foust from Chefs for Seniors® . She is a passionate health-conscious chef with over 20 years of experience in the food service industry . In this program, participants will prepare a hearty salad and leave with a new recipe and delicious dish!
Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
Make with Us: Sunflower Coasters
Bittersweet Branch
Thurs., Aug. 22
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Adults (18+)
Looking to embrace your creative side? Join us for a morning of creation! In this session, we will use twine, yarn and other materials to make a sunflower drink coaster .
Registration required.
Air Fryer Fest
Harris Branch | Thurs., Aug. 22
5:30-6:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)
Join us for a relaxed evening as we demonstrate an air fryer recipe, sample the creation and share additional recipes for you to try! Participants are welcome to bring their own air fryer recipes to share as well .
Registration required.
Cooking Classics
Mishawaka Library
Mondays: Aug. 26 & Sept. 30
4:30-5:30 p.m.| Adults (18+)
Want to try your hand at easy culinary creations? Join us as we experiment with different flavors to make irresistibly delicious goodies!
Aug. 26: Sweet Pickles
Sept. 30: Stir-Fry
Registration required for each session and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
BINGO
Bittersweet Branch
4th Wednesdays: Aug. 28 & Sept. 25
5:30-6:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)
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 for each session.
Back to the ‘80s Trivia Night
Mishawaka Library | Fri., Sept. 6
6:30-8:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)
Celebrate the most totally tubular decade at this 80s-themed trivia night! We'll cover ‘80s movies, TV, music, clothing and more! The winning team will receive a prize! During this event, we will also be taking donations of non-perishable food items for the Mishawaka Food Pantry . Any participant who donates an item will be entered for a chance to win a small prize . Teams must have 2-6 members .
Registration required and limited to 15 teams.
American Heritage Spotlight
Mishawaka Library
Tues., Sept. 10
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Adults (18+)
This month, speaker Matthew Baumgartner will present Oliver P. Morton, Indiana’s Greatest Governor . Matthew holds degrees in history from the University of Georgia, as well as a Ph .D . in medieval studies from the University of Michigan . He is a lifelong researcher on the U .S . Civil War, with a focus on the Battle of Monocacy
No registration required.
Copycat Cooking: Coffee Shop Favorites
Mishawaka Library | Fri., Sept. 13
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (18+)
Do you have a favorite restaurant dish or name-brand treat? Join us for a fun cooking program where we explore popular foods and learn to recreate them . This month we’ll be recreating some popular caffeinated beverages . Participants will get to taste their recreations and leave with the recipes .
Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
Make with Us: Framed Pine Cone Bouquet
Harris Branch
Mon., Sept. 16
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Adults (18+)
Looking to embrace your creative side? Join us for a morning of creation! This session, we will be using paint, pine cones and other materials to make a nature-themed framed flower bouquet .
Registration required.
Movie Night Charcuterie Boards
Mishawaka Library
Thurs., Sept. 19 6-7 p.m. | Adults (18+)
Explore a new way to liven up your movie nights by creating a themed charcuterie board! Common movie night snacks will be provided; attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks to add to their board as well .
Registration required.
Colorful Creations at
MPHPL: Watercolor Painting
Mishawaka Library | Mondays: Sept. 23, 30 & Oct. 7, 14 & 21 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (60+)
Adults 60 and up are welcome to join us for this five-week art series, taught by Marge Burkholder, where they will learn the basics of watercolor painting while socializing and connecting with each other . Each week, participants will walk away with a unique watercolor painting .
This activity is made possible in part by the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administrations Division of Aging .
Registration required. Register once for all five sessions of this series .
This activity is made possible in part by the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administrations Division of Aging.
Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting Mishawaka Library | Tuesdays: Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27 & Sept. 3 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (60+)
Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting Mishawaka Library | Mondays: Sept. 23, 30 & Oct. 7, 14 & 21 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (60+)
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