August-September 2024

Aug.-Sept. 2024 mphpl.org

Event Highlights: Registration begins Monday, July 22!

End-of-Summer Reading Celebration Storytime with Devin Cannady Colorful Creations at MPHPL Kindergarten Kickoff Ready, Set, Mo! Teen Gaming

Program Guide | For Children, Teens & Adults

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; 2 | Mishawaka-Penn Public Library caregiversHarris must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.

Program Guide Contents August Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4-5 September Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 6-7 MPHPL in the Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 8 Family & All Ages Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 9 Storytime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 10 Programs for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 11-12 1000 Books Before Kindergarten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13 Programs for Teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14 Programs for Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 15-17 Colorful Creations at MPHPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 18 Library Card Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 19 Locations, Hours & Social Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Our Mission

The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library inspires and empowers our community by connecting patrons to literature, information, ideas and new experiences for lifelong enrichment.

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Storytime at the Mishawaka Market 230 Ironworks Ave. (Family & All Ages) - No Reg. Required -

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5:30 p.m.

Greenhouse Storytime with Mishawaka Parks Broadway & Marion St. (Family & All Ages) - No Reg. Required -

4:30 p.m. - B Around the World (Entering Grades 1-5)

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LAST DAY TO SUBMIT YOUR SUMMER READING CHALLENGE CARD!

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4:30 p.m. - B End-of-Summer Reading Celebration (Family & All Ages)

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+)

10:15 a.m. - H Early Explorers (Age 5 & under) - No Reg. Required -

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3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+)

Scan the QR code for a brief survey.

What did you think about this year's Summer Reading Challenge?

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10:15 a.m. - M Early Explorers (Age 5 & under) - No Reg. Required -

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6 p.m. - Zoom Virtual Sweet Treat Tasting (Family & All Ages)

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10:30 a.m. - M Kindergarten Kickoff (Entering Kindergarten)

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10:15 a.m. - B Early Explorers (Age 5 & under) - No Reg. Required -

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10:30 a.m. - H Chapter Chats: Anxious People

by Fredrik Backman (Age 18+)

2:30 p.m. - H Teen Bingo (Entering Grades 6-12)

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10:30 a.m. - M Sensational Salads with Nicky Foust (Age 18+)

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PaddyShack Ice Cream Storytime 15015 State Road 23 (Family & All Ages)

10:30 a.m. - M Storytime with Devin Cannady (Family & All Ages) - No Reg. Required -

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3:30 p.m. - M Ready, Set, Mo! - A Mo Willems Celebration (Age 11 & under)

1 p.m. - H Ready, Set, Mo! - A Mo Willems Celebration (Age 11 & under)

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10:15 a.m. - M Saturday Morning Book Club: The Thirteenth Tale

by Diane Setterfield (Age 18+)

Saturday

6 p.m. - B & H Night Owl Storytime (Age 11 & under)

4:30 p.m. - M Cooking Classics: Sweet Pickles (Age 18+)

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4:30 p.m. - B Nature Nuts (Entering Grades K-5)

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10:30 a.m. - B Nature Nuts (Age 5 & under)

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+)

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3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Entering Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+)

Children (Birth-Grade 5) Teens (Grades 6-12) Adults (Age 18+) Family & All Ages Off-Site Event M - Mishawaka Library Location B - Bittersweet Branch Location H - Harris Branch Location

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Storytime at the Mishawaka Market 230 Ironworks Ave. (Family & All Ages) - No Reg. Required -

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10:30 a.m. - M 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Kickoff (Age 5 & under)

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5:30 p.m. - H Air Fryer Fest (Age 18+)

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10:30 a.m. - B Make with Us: Sunflower Coasters (Age 18+)

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VISIT MPHPL.ORG FOR UPDATES.

Programs are subject to change. Should a program be canceled, patrons will be notified at least 72 hours prior to the program.

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9 a.m.-Noon PBS Michiana-WNIT Tiny Tee-Off Miniature Golf Tournament at Ninja Golf 12080 Adams Rd. (Family & All Ages)

Some programs have varying age groups. These programs have specific ages listed below the event.

5:30 p.m. - B BINGO (Age 18+)

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STAFF TRAINING

CLOSING AT 12:30 P.M.

ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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10:30 a.m. - H Make with Us: Framed Pine Cone Bouquet (Age 18+)

4:30 p.m. - B Nature Nuts (Grades K-5)

10:30 a.m. - B Nature Nuts (Age 5 & under)

LABOR DAY

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ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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6:30 p.m. - M American Heritage Spotlight (Ages 18+) - No Reg. Required -

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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4:30 p.m. - M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades K-2)

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Acrylic Painting (Age 60+)

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

Tuesday

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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3:30 p.m. - B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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4:30 p.m. - M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 3-5)

3:30 p.m. - B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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Wednesday

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Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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10:30 a.m. - H Chapter Chats: A Gentleman in Moscow

by Amor Towles (Age 18+)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

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5 p.m. - M Teens in the Kitchen (Grades 6-12)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

Thursday

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10:30 a.m. - M Copycat Cooking: Coffee Shop Favorites (Age 18+)

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6:30 p.m. - M Back to the '80s Trivia Night (Age 18+)

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10:30 a.m. - H Family Camp Out (Family & All Ages)

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2:30 p.m. - H Generic vs. Name Brand Taste-Off (Grades 6-12)

10:15 a.m. - M Saturday Morning Book Club: Spinning Silver

by Naomi Novik (Age 18+)

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4:30 p.m. - M Cooking Classics: Stir Fry (Age 18+)

10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting (Age 60+)

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4:30 p.m. - M & B Fall Frolic Picture Bingo (Ages 2-11)

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10:30 a.m. - M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting (Age 60+)

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Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

6 p.m. - M Movie Night Charcuterie Boards (Age 18+)

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2:30 p.m. - B Family Camp Out (Family & All Ages)

M - Mishawaka Library Location B - Bittersweet Branch Location H - Harris Branch Location Off-Site Event

No registration required | Age 5 & under

5:30 p.m. - B BINGO (Age 18+)

3:30 p.m. - B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required

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Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

3:30 p.m. - B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

Children (Birth-Entering Grade 5) Storytime Teens (Grades 6-12) Adults (Age 18+) Family & All Ages

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details) - No Reg. Required -

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

Storytime at the Mishawaka Market Ironworks Ave., Mishawaka Sundays: Aug. 4 & Aug. 25 11 a.m.- Noon | Family & All Ages

MPHPL in the Community

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!

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Storytime with Devin Cannady Mishawaka Library | Fri., Aug. 2 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Family & All Ages

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.

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BOOKS & BABIES

TODDLER TIME

PRESCHOOL PALS

Birth-23 Months

Ages 2 & 3

Ages 4 & 5

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.

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.

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

Harris Branch

Harris Branch

Tuesdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Tuesdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 11-11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17 & 24 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Wednesdays: Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 11-11:30 a.m.

Thursdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26 11-11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25 10:15-10:45 a.m.

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.

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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.

Around the World

Bittersweet Branch | Mon., Aug. 12 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Entering Grades 1-5

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.

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.

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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.

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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 closeness and early literacy skills with your child by participating in the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program!

Children

To get started, visit one of our Youth Services desks or mphpl.org/1000Books

MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENTS: 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. • Penelope L. • Hadassah R. • Mila R. • Gabriel S. • Evelyn S. • Evelyn S. • Lilliana W.

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.

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.

Marigold A. 1000 BOOKS

Lily C. 1000 BOOKS

Emory M. 1000 BOOKS

Hannah M. 1000 BOOKS

Asher S. 1000 BOOKS

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Teens in the Kitchen

Teens

Mishawaka Library Thurs., Sept. 5 5-5:45 p.m. | Grades 6-12

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.

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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

Adults

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.

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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.

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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+)

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.

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.

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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.

Movie Night Charcuterie Boards

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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Lending Limits: What do I need for a Library card?

To obtain your Library card you must:

1. Live in Penn or Harris township, or have a home Library card from a Library system which is reciprocal with MPHPL (some restrictions may apply).

2. Provide required documentation: (1) a valid photo ID with current address OR (2) a valid photo ID and proof of current address

if ID address is not current OR (3) a valid photo ID and a valid resident home

Library card for reciprocal applicants 3. A parent/legal guardian's signature is required for any minor under the age of 18 wishing to register for or renew a Library card. *Non-residents may purchase a fee card. Contact Circulation Services for prices.

If your card has been lost or stolen, please call Circulation Services at any MPHPL location. You are financially responsible for material that is checked out until you report your card lost or stolen.

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All official text messages from MPHPL will NEVER include a live link.

Email reminder messages will continue to include our official Sirsi Catalog library link mphpl.ent.sirsi.net ONLY.

Ask us about MPHPL Digital Cards!

- Books & Audiobooks - No Limit - Magazines & Music CDs - No Limit - New Release DVDs - 3 per card - Entertainment DVDs - 20 per card - TV Series & Non-Fiction DVDs - 20 per card

Fees and Fines:

- New Release DVDs - $1 per day - All other items - 25¢ per day

Loan Periods:

- Books & Audiobooks - 21 days - Magazines & Music CDs - 21 days - New Release DVDs - 7 days - Entertainment DVDs - 7 days - TV Series & Non-Fiction DVDs - 21 days

Renewals:

- All DVDs - No renewals - All other items - 3 renewals, as long as no one else has placed a hold on the item.

- Eligible items will be automatically renewed 4 days before their due date if there is not a hold on the item. You will receive a courtesy notice if your items have been renewed.

Holds:

Placing a hold is free and available for all materials, excluding new release DVDs.

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MISHAWAKA LIBRARY 209 Lincolnway East Mishawaka, IN 46544 (574) 259-5277 Circulation Desk Ext. 1200 Reference Services Ext. 1300 Youth Services Ext. 1400

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

CLOSED

Mark Your Calendar Wednesday, August 21 CLOSING at 12:30 p.m. for Staff Training

Monday, September 2 CLOSED in observance of Labor Day

BITTERSWEET BRANCH 602 Bittersweet Road Mishawaka, IN 46544 (574) 259-5277 Circulation Desk Ext. 2200 Reference Services Ext. 2300 Youth Services Ext. 2400

HARRIS BRANCH 51446 Elm Road Granger, IN 46530 (574) 259-5277 Circulation Desk Ext. 3200 Reference Services Ext. 3300 Youth Services Ext. 3400

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

CLOSED 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

CLOSED

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

CLOSED 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

CLOSED

Board Meetings

3rd Thursday of each month 4 p.m. at Mishawaka Library

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We often take pictures at library events to use in library marketing materials and on our website. If you do not want us to use a picture of you or your child, please tell a librarian prior to the event.