December 2023-January 2024

Dec. '23-Jan. '24 mphpl.org

Registration begins Monday, Nov. 20

Registration begins Monday, Nov. 20

Event Event Highlights: Highlights:

BINGO BINGO IfIfYou YouBuild BuildItIt Stevens StevensPuppets Puppets Wonka's Wonka'sGolden GoldenTicket™ Ticket™ Storytimes & STEAM Storytimes & STEAMSquad Squad Winter WinterReading ReadingChallenge ChallengeKickoff KickoffParty Party

Program Guide | For Children, Teens & Adults

Program Guide Contents December Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4-5 January Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 6-7 Winter Reading Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 8-9 All Ages Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 10-11 Storytimes & STEAM Squad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12-13 Children’s Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14-17 Teen Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 18 Adult Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 19-22 Library Card Sign-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 23 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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6 p.m. - B 7 p.m. - H Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime (Ages 3-11)

5:30 p.m. - H Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

10:30 a.m. - B Scrapbook Holiday Cards

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4:30 p.m. - M Cooking Classics: Cookies and Mocktails

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Sunday

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5:30 p.m. - M Decorative Dessert Houses

4:30 p.m. - B & H Afternoon Popcorn & Pickup (Ages 3-11)

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

10:30 a.m. - H Decorative Dessert Houses

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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 -

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STAFF IN-SERVICE

CLOSING AT 12:30 P.M.

ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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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 -

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Wednesday

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4:30 p.m. - B Graham Cracker Holiday Homes

10:30 a.m. - H Chapter Chats: Salt to the Sea

by Ruta Sepetys

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

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6:30 p.m. - M Festive Films Trivia Night

4 p.m. - M Wonka's Golden Ticket™ (Grades 2-5)

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2 p.m. - H Cupcakes & Canvas (Grades 6-12)

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1 p.m. - B Wonka's Golden Ticket™ (Grades 2-5)

10:30 a.m. - H Wonka's Golden Ticket™ (Grades 2-5)

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10:15 a.m. - M 10 a.m or 4 p.m. - M or H Saturday Morning Book Club: The Thursday Murder Holiday Ornament Club by Richard Osman Walk-In Craft 5-9 p.m. - Ironworks Plaza (Ages 2-11) Mishawaka Parks' - No Reg. Required Winterfest

Friday

December 2023

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ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

5:30 p.m. - H Marvel™ Trivia (Grades 6-12)

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(Age 7 & under)

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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.

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

PLEASE NOTE:

See pages 12-13 for more details.

Storytime & STEAM Squad sessions are coming up!

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5:30 p.m. - B BINGO

6 p.m. - M Dine with a Book: The Ocean at the End of the Lane

by Neil Gaiman

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

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

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

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4:30-7 p.m. - B Winter Wonderfest (See page 10 for details)

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5:30 p.m. - H Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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6:30 p.m. - M American Heritage Spotlight - No Reg. Required -

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

3:30 p.m. - M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required 4:30 p.m. - M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades K-2)

11 a.m. - M STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 12 for details)

11 a.m. - H STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

Harris Storytime (See page 12 for details)

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

11 a.m. - B STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

10:30 a.m. - H Chapter Chats: Half Broke Horses

by Jeannette Walls

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 12 for details)

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4 p.m. - B Winter Picture Bingo (Ages 2-11)

4 p.m. - H Stevens Puppets: Beauty and the Beast 6 p.m. - Zoom Virtual Hot Chocolate Tasting

6:30 p.m. - M Stevens Puppets: Beauty and the Beast

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

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

10:15 a.m. - B Cozy Winter Storytime (Age 5 & under)

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10:15 a.m. - B I Survived STEAM (Ages 6-11)

10:15 a.m. - M Cozy Winter Storytime (Age 5 & under)

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10:15 a.m. - M I Survived STEAM (Ages 6-11)

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10:15 a.m. - H I Survived STEAM (Ages 6-11)

10:15 a.m. - H Cozy Winter Storytime (Age 5 & under)

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3 p.m. - M Winter Reading Kickoff Party - No Reg. Required -

10 a.m. - M Winter Reading Kickoff Party - No Reg. Required -

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3:30 p.m. - M If You Build It (Grades K-5) - No Reg. Required -

1 p.m. - B If You Build It (Grades K-5) - No Reg. Required -

10:30 a.m. - H If You Build It (Grades K-5) - No Reg. Required -

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10:15 a.m. - M Saturday Morning Book Club: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

by V.E. Schwab

Saturday

10:30 a.m. - M & Zoom Make with Us: Pom-Pom Heart Decor

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5:30 p.m. - H Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

4:30 p.m. - M Cooking Classics: Soup

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5:30 p.m. - H Sweet Cereal Mix

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

10:30 a.m. - B Sweet Cereal Mix

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REGISTRATION FOR FEB. & MARCH PROGRAMS BEGINS ON TUES., JAN. 16!

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

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

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11 a.m. - M STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 12 for details)

11 a.m. - H STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

Harris Storytime (See page 12 for details)

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

11 a.m. - B STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 12 for details)

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5:30 p.m. - M Delectable Lit: The Hobbit

by J.R.R. Tolkien

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

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11 a.m. - B STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

11 a.m. - M STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

10:30 a.m. - B Cross-Stitch Snowflakes 11 a.m. - H STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 12 for details)

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 12 for details)

Harris Storytime (See page 12 for details)

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

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY "I have a dream"

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Jan. 2-Feb. 29 BEGINNING MON., DEC. 18:

Visit any MPHPL location to pick up a Winter Reading Challenge card.

STARTING TUES., JAN. 2:

Mark a square for each reading (or listening) activity you complete.

Complete all five squares marked with the and show your card at one of the service desks to earn the following prizes*

Children:

Spy Pen & Notebook OR Cat or Dog Plush Finger Puppet

Teens & Adults:

MPHPL Stress Ball OR Microwaveable Popcorn & Candy

*Prize redemption begins Mon., Jan. 8. Limit one reading challenge card per person.

While supplies last; prizes and book options subject to change. Books can be selected from any age group. If a parent/adult caregiver wants to limit selection choice, they should accompany their child for prize selection. Please note adult participants will need to be a MPHPL cardholder. See page 23 for Library card sign-up information.

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Complete the entire challenge card & return it for a new book of your choice*!

Turning in your completed card also automatically qualifies you for an entry to win one of our END-OF-WINTER PRIZES! Visit mphpl.org/winter-reading or scan the QR code for more details!

A big THANK YOU to our sponsors:

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Graham Cracker Holiday Homes

Bittersweet Branch Thurs., Dec. 14 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.

All Ages/Families

Winterfest

Ironworks Plaza, Mishawaka Sat., Dec. 2 | 5-9 p.m. | All Ages The Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting their annual Winterfest event.

Stop by the library's table for a holiday craft.

No registration required.

Join us for this new twist on an old holiday classic! Families can create and decorate their own holiday homes using graham crackers, frosting and various candies.

Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Bittersweet Branch Mon., Dec. 18 | 4:30-7 p.m. | All Ages Families are invited to join us for a take-n-make craft (also great for gift-giving), get a family photo taken and maybe even have a snowball fight! Enjoy some hot cocoa while enjoying the festivities. Thanks to Silly Safaris®, we will have a special meet-and-greet with a REAL reindeer!

Registration required. Register for one 45 minute session (one registration form per family). You will receive an email confirming your time slot. Preference is given to library card holders. All others will be placed on a waiting list.

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All Ages

Stevens Puppets: Beauty and the Beast

Harris Branch Tues., Jan. 2 | 4-4:30 p.m.

All Ages/Families

Mishawaka Library Thurs., Jan. 4 | 6:30-7 p.m.

All Ages/Families

Join us as Stevens Puppets presents Beauty and the Beast.

Registration for both Stevens Puppet shows opens Tues., Dec. 19 and closes on Tues., Jan. 2 at 9 a.m. or when full. Visit mphpl.org to register.

Information regarding show ticket redemption will be sent to registrants.

Virtual Hot Chocolate Tasting

Live on Zoom | Wed., Jan. 3 6-6:45 p.m. | All Ages Stay warm with us this season at our virtual hot chocolate tasting! Participants will receive a variety of hot chocolate flavors to try at home and learn about the history of this beloved drink.

Registration required. Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be sent via email to registrants.

Limit one kit per household.

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BOOKS & BABIES

TODDLER TIME

PRESCHOOL PALS

Birth-23 Months

Ages 2 & 3

Ages 4 & 5

Books & Babies 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 program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts provide an enjoyable group experience.

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Preschool Pals uses books, storyrelated activities and take-home crafts 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

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Tuesdays: Jan. 9, 16 & 23 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Jan. 10, 17 & 24 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: Jan. 11, 18 & 25 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Tuesdays: Jan. 9, 16 & 23 11-11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: Jan. 10, 17 & 24 11-11:30 a.m.

Thursdays: Jan. 11, 18 & 25 11-11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays: Jan. 9, 16 & 23 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Jan. 10, 17 & 24 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: Jan. 11, 18 & 25 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.

Photo Policy - 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.

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Harris Branch

Tuesdays: Jan. 9, 16 & 23 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-11

Mishawaka Library Wednesdays: Jan. 10, 17 & 24 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-11

Bittersweet Branch Thursdays: Jan. 11, 18 & 25 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-11

During this 30 minute exploration session, children will use their imaginations to make STEAM-inspired creations to take home or enjoy a variety of hands-on activities from our STEAM cart. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children. Caregivers must remain in the library.

Sessions are limited to 30 participants.

Registration required.

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Holiday Ornament Walk-In Craft

Mishawaka Library & Harris Branch | Ages 2-11 Fri., Dec. 1 | 10-11 a.m. or 4-5 p.m.

Children

Mishawaka Library and the Harris Branch will host two walk-in ornament craft sessions.

Pick your favorite design and have fun putting one together. Adult caregivers must remain in the room. One ornament per child, available only for those in attendance while supplies last.

No registration required.

Kids in the Kitchen

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.

Mishawaka Library Tuesdays: Dec. 5 & Jan. 9 4:30-5 p.m. | Grades K-2

Mishawaka Library Wednesdays: Dec. 6 & Jan. 10 4:30-5:15 p.m. | Grades 3-5

Wonka’s Golden Ticket™

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Dec. 8 | 4-5 p.m.

Harris Branch | Sat., Dec. 9 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Bittersweet Branch | Sat., Dec. 9 | 1-2 p.m.

Grades 2-5 Get your Golden Ticket at the door and enter a world of pure imagination! Travel through the factory and enjoy a variety of activities along the way. When you complete the tour, you’ll get a sweet treat! Adult caregivers must remain in the library.

Registration required.

Willy Wonka and Golden Ticket are trademarks of Warner Brothers. Warner Bros. is not a sponsor of this free event.

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Children

Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime

Mon., Dec. 11 | Ages 3-11 Bittersweet Branch | 6-6:30 p.m.

Harris Branch | 7-7:30 p.m.

Bring one of your favorite stuffed animal friends for a special evening storytime and craft before leaving them for a fun overnight adventure in the library! You’ll pick up your friend the next afternoon during our Afternoon Popcorn and Pickup slideshow.

Afternoon Popcorn and Pickup

Tues., Dec. 12 | Ages 3-11 Bittersweet Branch | 4:30-5 p.m.

Harris Branch | 4:30-5 p.m.

For those that registered and joined us for our Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime, pick up your stuffed animal friend and enjoy a slideshow highlighting their overnight adventures! Enjoy the slideshow while munching on popcorn.

Adult caregivers must remain in the room. Registration required.

Register for these programs under the Dec. 11 event.

Happy Noon Year!

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Dec. 29 | 11:15 a.m.-Noon | Age 7 & under Join us for a story, games, activities and a craft as we count down to the new year.

Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

Cozy Winter Storytime

Children

Harris Branch | Tues., Jan. 2 Mishawaka Library | Wed., Jan. 3 Bittersweet Branch | Thurs., Jan. 4 10:15-10:45 a.m. | Age 5 & under Join us for a warm and cozy winter-themed storytime. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

I Survived STEAM

Harris Branch | Tues., Jan. 2 Mishawaka Library | Wed., Jan. 3 Bittersweet Branch | Thurs., Jan. 4 10:15-10:45 a.m. | Ages 6-11

Do you love reading the popular I Survived series?

Then this is the program for you! Explore different storylines with a different STEAM-inspired activity.

Adult caregivers must remain in the library.

Registration required.

Winter Picture Bingo

Bittersweet Branch | Wed., Jan. 3 4-5 p.m. | Ages 2-11 Enjoy an evening of winter picture bingo!

A variety of prizes will be available. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

If You Build It

Harris Branch | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Bittersweet Branch | 1-2 p.m.

Mishawaka Library | 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Sat., Jan. 13 | Grades K-5 Join us for this building program where the only limit is your imagination! Create unique masterpieces with different building materials. Take a turn on the Nintendo Switch™ to build and explore in Minecraft™.

Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

No registration required.

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MPHPL Cardholders can access ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy, a new digital educational resource for children, ages 2-8+, free of charge!

ABCmouse is designed to help children build a strong foundation in reading, math, science, social studies, art and music.

Set up an account with your MPHPL library card number and four-digit PIN then launch the program on your computer, tablet or smartphone! mphpl.org/online-resources

MPHPL encourages parents and caregivers to build closeness and early literacy skills with your child by participating in the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program!

Milestone Achievements:

Annie B. - 100 books Lucy B. - 100 books Lily C. - 100 books Madelynn H. - 100 books Penelope H. - 100 books Atlas H. - 100 books Gavin K. - 100 books Lilliana K. - 100 books Blair L. - 100 books Kalani M. - 100 books Jace P. - 100 books Holly P. - 100 books Daniel S. - 100 books Olympia S. - 100 books Barrett S. - 100 books Phoebe W. - 100 books Piper B. - 200 books Carol C. - 200 books Madelyn C. - 200 books Berklee K. - 200 books

Huxley K. - 200 books Sawyer K. - 200 books Maizy L. - 200 books Scott M. - 200 books Lucia S. - 200 books Mariella V. - 200 books Gabie C. - 300 books Scarlett D. - 300 books Albert D. - 300 books Elijah E. - 300 books Hannah M. - 300 books Everett B. - 400 books Beckett B. - 400 books Leilynn B. - 400 books Wyatt B. - 400 books Lucy C. - 400 books Warren D. - 400 books Easton G. - 400 books Tiffany J. - 400 books Wrenley J. - 400 books

Myles R. - 400 books Mark S. - 400 books Eleanor W. - 400 books Marigold A. - 500 books Claire B. - 500 books Emma B. - 500 books Levi B. - 500 books Scarlett B. - 500 books Aria M. - 500 books Elliot N. - 500 books Finn N. - 500 books Annette S. - 500 books Aubriella S. - 500 books Lucas B. - 600 books Shraavi M. - 700 books Josiah M. - 800 books A.J. R. - 800 books Landon N. - 900 books Rowan T. - 900 books Talia T. - 900 books

Zinnia G. 1000 Books

Carson S. 1000 Books

Lillian S. 1000 Books

Eleanor C. 1000 Books

Mason N. 1000 Books

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

Teen Gaming Grades 6-12

Mishawaka Library | 3:30–5:30 p.m.

Tuesdays in December & January (No session on Tues., Dec. 26)

Teens

Bittersweet Branch | 3:30–5:30 p.m.

Wednesdays: Dec. 6 & 20, Jan. 3, 17 & 31 Harris Branch | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Mondays: Dec. 11 & Jan. 8 & 22

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 Thursdays: Dec. 7 & Jan. 11 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.

Cupcakes & Canvas Harris Branch Sat., Dec. 16 2-3 p.m.

Grades 6-12

Create a holidaythemed messy canvas while enjoying cupcakes and hot chocolate! Supplies will be provided.

Registration required.

Marvel™ Trivia

Harris Branch | Thurs., Dec. 28 5:30-7 p.m. | Grades 6-12 Think you know all there is to know about the Marvel Cinematic Universe™? Join us for a special teen edition night of trivia based on your favorite superheroes (and villains)! Come by yourself, bring a team, or join a team when you arrive.

Registration required.

Marvel & Marvel Cinematic Universe are trademarks of Disney. Disney is not a sponsor of this free event.

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FREE RESOURCE

AVAILABLE WITH YOUR MPHPL LIBRARY CARD! mphpl.org/online-resources

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Dec. 8 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Adults

Enjoy an evening of holiday movie-themed trivia!

We’ll have a festive time with questions covering classics, modern films and animated favorites.

Don’t stay home alone; groups must have between 2-6 members. A small prize will be awarded to the winning team.

Registration required and limited to 15 teams.

BINGO

Bittersweet Branch Wednesdays: Dec. 20 & Jan. 24 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Adults 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.

American Heritage Spotlight

Adults

Festive Films Trivia Night

Mishawaka Library Tues., Jan. 9 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Adults

This month, speakers Dan Dosmann and David Eisen will present The WPA and Mishawaka Schools. Dan is an active volunteer with the Mishawaka Historical Museum, and David is the former director of the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library. Join us as we learn about the impact that public works had on Mishawaka's schools, such as updating and even building new buildings for Mishawaka's youth. Some of these projects are still with us still today.

No registration required.

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Scrapbook Holiday Cards Bittersweet Branch | Mon., Dec. 11 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults If you are looking for a quick and easy DIY holiday gift, then join us as we design our own cards using scrapbook paper. Don’t need a holiday card? Feel free to join us and create a birthday, congratulations or get well card instead!

Registration required.

Cross-Stitch Snowflakes

Bittersweet Branch | Tues., Jan. 16 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Experienced and beginning cross-stitchers are welcome to join us as we create a decorative cross stitch snowflake. Different design options will be available for different skill levels.

Registration required.

Make with Us: Pom-Pom Heart Decor

Mishawaka Library/Live on Zoom Mon., Jan. 29 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Join us for a morning of crafting and conversation.

Participants will be given all the supplies needed to create a beautiful heart-themed decoration to help celebrate the upcoming holiday.

Registration required. Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be sent via email to Zoom registrants.

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get cooking!

Mishawaka Library | Mondays: Dec. 4 & Jan. 22 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Adults Want to try your hand at easy culinary creations? Join us as we experiment with different flavors to make irresistibly delicious goodies!

December 4: Cookies and Mocktails January 22: Soup Registration required for each session and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Decorative Dessert Houses

Harris Branch | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mishawaka Library | 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Tues., Dec. 12 | Adults Come celebrate the season and create an edible masterpiece with us. Participants will use graham crackers, frosting and various candies to create a magnificent holiday home!

Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Sweet Cereal Mix

Bittersweet Branch | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Harris Branch | 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Tues., Jan. 30 | Adults Join us as we put some new twists on an old snacking favorite. We will be reinventing the standard peanut butter/ chocolate cereal treat mixture with two unique flavors. Make a key lime inspired chow and a peppermint chow to find out which will be your new favorite.

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Cooking Classics

Adults

Saturday Morning Book Club

BOOK book clubs CLUBS

Mishawaka Library 1st Saturdays: Dec. 2 & Jan. 6 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Adults

Join us at our Mishawaka Library https://www.libraryaware.com/431/Documents/CreateFromTemplate/2828687?editorContext=Search to discuss the month’s book selection. Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Mishawaka Library.

Dec. 2: The Thursday Murder Club

by Richard Osman Jan. 6: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

by V.E. Schwab Registration required for each session.

Chapter Chats

Harris Branch 2nd Thursdays: Dec. 14 & Jan. 11 10:30-11:30 a.m. | 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.

Dec. 14: Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys Jan. 11: Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls Registration required for each session.

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Dine withTODAY! a Book JOIN ONE Mishawaka Library Tues., Dec. 19 6-7 p.m. | Adults

Enjoy a night out with dinner and a book! We’ll discuss that month’s book selection while enjoying a pizza dinner. Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Mishawaka Library.

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Dec. 19: The Ocean at the End of the Lane

by Neil Gaiman Registration required.

Delectable Lit

Mishawaka Library Thurs., Jan. 18 5:30-7 p.m.

Adults Nothing beats a good book and a good snack.

In this unique book and food club, we get the chance to combine the two! Come join us as we discuss novels and learn to make delicious dishes.

Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Mishawaka Library.

Jan. 18: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Do you have the card that lets you

GET IT ALL? *SIGN UP NOW! *Members must live in Penn or Harris township or in a reciprocal library district and provide a photo ID with proof of current address (utility or phone bill, car registration, etc.).

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.

PLEASE NOTE:

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.

- 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.

Get Reminders Before Materials are Due:

All you need is an email address!

Ask about this service at the checkout desk. mphpl.org | 23

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, December 13 CLOSING at 12:30 p.m. for Staff In-Service

Monday, December 25 CLOSED for the holidays

Tuesday, December 26 CLOSED for the holidays

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

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, January 1 CLOSED for the holidays

Monday, January 15 CLOSED in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Board Meetings

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

Photo Policy Use the QR code to register from our online event calendar!

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.