February-March 2024

Feb.-March 2024 mphpl.org

Registration begins Tuesday, Jan. 16

Event Highlights: BINGO Walk-In Crafts Ghostbusters™ Party Morning at the Museum Storytimes & STEAM Squad

Program Guide | For Children, Teens & Adults

All Ages

LAST DAY: THURS., FEB. 29!

Visit any one of our service desks with your completed card by Thurs., Feb. 29 to claim your prize and enter to win the end-of-winter drawing.

Morning at the Museum

121 S. Main St. Fri., Feb. 16 10:30-11:30 a.m.

All Ages/Families Join us at the Mishawaka Historical Museum for a tour of the museum, a storytime and scavenger hunt!

Registration required.

Ghostbusters™ Party

Mishawaka Library | Tues., March 26 5:30-6:30 p.m. | All Ages Who you gonna call? Come celebrate your favorite paranormal investigators with activities for all ages, including crafts, games and an escape room!

Adult caregivers must remain in the room with participants under the age of 12.

Ghostbusters is a trademark of Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. Columbia Pictures Industries is not a sponsor of this free event.

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Registration required.

Program Guide Contents February Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4-5 March Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 6-7 Storytimes & STEAM Squad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 8-9 Children’s Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 10-11 1000 Books Before Kindergarten & Book Bundles . . . . p. 12 Teen Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13-14 Adult Programs: American Heritage Spotlight & BINGO . . . . . . . . . . . p. 15 Crafting & Cooking Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 16-17 Book Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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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5:30 p.m. - H Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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5:30 p.m. - B Minecraft™ IRL (Grades K-5)

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

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

10:30 a.m. - B Puzzle Piece Heart Wreath

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

5:30 p.m. - M Minecraft™ IRL (Grades K-5)

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 -

5:30 p.m. - B BINGO

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

10:15 a.m. - M Early Explorers (Age 5 & under) - 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 -

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

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

10:30 a.m. - H Chapter Chats

5:30 p.m. - M K-pop Trivia Night (Grades 6-12)

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Wednesday

Tuesday

February 2024

10:30 a.m.

121 S. Main St. Morning at the Museum (All Ages)

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10:30 a.m. - H Super Bowl Charcuterie

Friday

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2 p.m. - H Creative Lab: Perler Beads (Grades 6-12)

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

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

Saturday

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

6 p.m. - M Dine With a Book

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

5:30 p.m. - B Creative Lab: Perler Beads (Grades 6-12)

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

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

5:30 p.m. - H Heroes of Mythology (Grades 3-5)

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10:30 a.m. - H Make With Us: Decoupage Eggs

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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

3:30 p.m. - M Woof It Up! (Age 7 & under)

1 p.m. - B Woof It Up! (Age 7 & under)

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10:30 a.m. - H Woof It Up! (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:

Registration required unless otherwise noted.

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10:30 a.m. - M & Zoom Make With Us: Decoupage Eggs

Registration for Feb. & March programs begins on Tues., Jan. 16 and on Mon. March 18 for April & May programs.

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4:30 p.m. - M Cooking Classics: Loaded Potato Skins

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ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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Register in person, by calling (574) 259-5277, or by using the QR code.

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

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11 a.m. - M STEAM Squad (Ages 6-11) 3:30 p.m. - B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required 5:30 p.m. - B BINGO

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

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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STAFF TRAINING

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

Harris Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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

CLOSING AT 12:30 P.M.

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

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

Harris Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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10:30 a.m. - H Morning Makers: Vinyl Travel Cups

Monday

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4:30 p.m. - M Copycat Cooking: Mint Milkshakes

3 p.m. - M, B & H Pi Day Walk-In Craft (Age 11 & under) - No Reg. Required -

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

10:30 a.m. - H Chapter Chats

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

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

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 8 for details)

AGES 6-11

Thursday

March 2024

4:30 p.m. - M St. Patrick's Day Picture Bingo (Ages 2-11)

10:30 a.m. - M Morning Makers: Vinyl Travel Cups

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

Saturday

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4:30 p.m. - M Cooking Classics: Bunny Bark

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Registration begins for April & May programs!

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6:30 p.m. - B Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt Lock-In (Grades 6-12)

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PLEASE NOTE:

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

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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5:30 p.m. - M Delectable Lit

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

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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2 p.m. - M, B & H Spring Walk-In Craft (Age 11 & under) - No Reg. Required -

10 a.m. - M, B & H Spring Walk-In Craft (Age 11 & under) - No Reg. Required -

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2 p.m. - H Creative Lab: Vinyl Decals (Grades 6-12)

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10:30 a.m. - B Morning Makers: Vinyl Travel Cups

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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.

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 5:30 p.m. - M Ghostbusters™ Party

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

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

Harris Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

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

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

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Harris Storytime (See page 8 for details)

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

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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 takehome 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

Tuesdays: March 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Tuesdays: March 5, 12, 19 & 26 11-11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays: March 5, 12, 19 & 26 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Wednesdays: March 6, 13, 20 & 27 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: March 7, 14, 21 & 28 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: March 6, 13, 20 & 27 11-11:30 a.m.

Thursdays: March 7, 14, 21 & 28 11-11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: March 6, 13, 20 & 27 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: March 7, 14, 21 & 28 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.

INCLEMENT WEATHER STATEMENT: If PHM and Mishawaka schools are canceled or on a 2-hour delay, Storytime/STEAM Squad will be canceled for that day. If one school system closes, please call the storytime location to verify the event is still being held.

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Harris Branch

Tuesdays: March 5, 12, 19 & 26 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-11

Mishawaka Library

Wednesdays: March 6, 13, 20 & 27 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-11

Bittersweet Branch

Thursdays: March 7, 14, 21 & 28 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-11

During this 30 minute exploration session, children will use their imaginations to make STEAM-inspired creations based on fairy tales.

Some creations will be take home, while other creations will use our STEAM cart for supplies. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children. Caregivers must remain in the library.

Sessions are limited to 30 participants.

Registration required.

INCLEMENT WEATHER STATEMENT: If PHM and Mishawaka schools are canceled or on a 2-hour delay, Storytime/STEAM Squad will be canceled for that day. If one school system closes, please call the storytime location to verify the event is still being held.

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Storytime Encore

Children

Mishawaka Library | Sat., Feb. 3 10:15-10:45 a.m. | Age 5 & under For families that cannot make it to our weekday storytimes, we are having an encore presentation of our January stories and take-home crafts. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

No registration required.

Minecraft™

Bittersweet Branch | Mon., Feb. 5 Mishawaka Library | Tues., Feb. 6 5:30-6:15 p.m. | Grades K-5

Early Explorers

Harris Branch | Tues., Feb. 13 Mishawaka Library | Wed., Feb. 14 Bittersweet Branch | Thurs., Feb. 15 10:15-11 a.m. | Age 5 & under

If you are a fan of the game, join us IRL (in real life) to explore and build your favorite Minecraft™ accessories out of different materials. Enjoy snacks, activities and crafts that are sure to please even the biggest Creeper™ in your world! Adult caregivers must remain in the library.

Join us for a morning of early literacy fun! We’ll have a variety of play and sensory stations set up for little ones to practice important literacy skills.

Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

Woof It Up!

Minecraft is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Microsoft Corporation is not a sponsor of this free event.

Kids in the Kitchen

Mishawaka Library Tuesdays: Wed., Feb. 7 & Feb. 6 & March 5 Thurs., March 7 4:30-5 p.m.

4:30-5:15 p.m.

Grades K-2 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.

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No registration required.

Harris Branch | 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Bittersweet Branch | 1-1:45 p.m.

Mishawaka Library | 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 24 | Age 7 & under Are you ready for a ruff-ruff rescue? No pup is too small to join us for this adventure! Enjoy games and crafts featuring our favorite PAW Patrol™ rescue pups. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

PAW Patrol is a trademark of Spin Master Ltd. Spin Master Ltd. is not a sponsor of this free event.

Heroes of Mythology

Harris Branch | Thurs., Feb. 29 5:30-6:15 p.m. | Grades 3-5

Registration required.

Pi Day Walk-In Craft

All Locations | Thurs., March 14 3-5 p.m. | Age 11 & under

Celebrate Pi (π / 3.14) Day with us at the library. We will have two pie themed crafts to choose from that will delight all pie lovers!

Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

One craft per child, available only for those in attendance while supplies last.

No registration required.

St. Patrick’s Day Picture Bingo

Mishawaka Library Fri., March 15 4:30-5:15 p.m. | Ages 2-11 Do you have the luck of the Irish? Enjoy an afternoon of picture bingo and don’t forget to bring your lucky charm! A variety of prizes will be available. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Spring Walk-In Craft

All Locations | Sat., March 30 10 a.m.-Noon or 2-4 p.m.

Age 11 & under Hop into spring break with a fun spring craft at the library! Visit the Youth Services desk to pick up the craft and take a seat at the tables to complete it. Adult caregivers must remain in the room. One craft per child, available only for those in attendance while supplies last.

No registration required.

Registration required.

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Calling all gods, demigods, heroes and mortals! Join us as we test our skills to see how we stack up against the heroes of mythology.

Enjoy activities and games to see if you could survive on Mount Olympus. Adult caregivers must remain in the library.

Children

MPHPL encourages parents and caregivers to build closeness 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

MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENTS: 100 BOOKS • Cohen C. • Sadie C. • Lottie K. • Carter L. • Penelope L. • James P. • Mila R. • Charlotte S. • Allie T. • Kuiper V.

200 BOOKS • Lily C. • Atlas H. • Madelynn H. • Penelope H. • Blair L. • Kalani M. • Jace P. • Olympia S.

Landon N. 1000 Books

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300 BOOKS • Carol C. • Scott M. • Aria P. • Holly P. • Mariella V. 500 BOOKS • Gabi C. • Albert D. • Hannah M. • Mark S. • Oliver S.

Rowan T. 1000 Books

600 BOOKS • Beckett B. • Claire B. • Emma B. • Levi B. • Scarlett B. • Easton G. • Aria M. • Elliot N. • Finn N. • Eleanor W.

700 BOOKS • Lucas B. • Wrenley J. 900 BOOKS • Josiah M.

Talia T. 1000 Books

Teens

K-pop Trivia Night

Mishawaka Library | Thurs., Feb. 1 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Grades 6-12 Do you know all there is to know about the popular Korean music genre?

Come to our trivia night and find out. Trivia questions will range from music styles to choreography to current K-pop idols.

Snacks will be served and small prizes and bragging rights will be earned.

Registration required.

Teen Gaming Grades 6-12

Mishawaka Library | 3:30–5:30 p.m.

Tuesdays in February & March Bittersweet Branch | 3:30–5:30 p.m.

Wednesdays in February & March (No session on Wed., March 6) Harris Branch | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Mondays: Feb. 12 & March 11

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.

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Mishawaka Library Thurs., Feb. 8 5-5:45 p.m.

Grades 6-12

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Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt Lock-In Bittersweet Branch Fri., March 29 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Grades 6-12

Bring a flashlight and join the quest to find hidden eggs with candy. Glow-in-the-dark eggs will contain small surprises.

Find the supersized egg to receive the grand prize!

Registration required.

Harris Branch Saturdays: Feb. 10 & March 23 2-3 p.m. | Grades 6-12

Bittersweet Branch Wed., Feb. 28 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Grades 6-12

Join us and express your creativity through themed activities. Each month, we’ll be making fun creations you’ll get to take home! Adult caregivers must remain in the library for any participant under the age of 12.

Feb. 10 & 28: Perler Beads March 23: Vinyl Decals Registration required for each session.

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Adults

American Heritage Spotlight Mishawaka Library 2nd Tuesdays: Feb. 13 & March 12 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Adults

Feb. 13: Alice Clark will present Dating Old Photographs. Alice serves as the President of South Bend Area Genealogical Society. Join us as we learn about using different tools such as format, background and content to estimate when vintage photographs were taken.

March 12: Peter De Kever will present Forged in Iron and Gold: The Transcontinental Romance of Charles Crocker and Mary Ann Deming. Peter serves as the Historian Laureate of the City of Mishawaka. Join us as we learn about former Mishawakan Charles Crocker, who built the Central Pacific and Southern Pacific Railroads, his marriage to another Mishawaka resident, Mary Ann Deming, and their lives as two of the wealthiest Americans of the 19th century.

No registration required.

BINGO

Bittersweet Branch 2nd Wednesdays: Feb. 14 & March 13 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.

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Puzzle Piece Heart Wreath Bittersweet Branch | Tues., Feb. 13 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults

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Come celebrate the upcoming holiday with us at a crafting event with our special guest, Paulette Bayne! Participants will learn how to make a beautiful heartshaped wreath using painted puzzle pieces and other provided supplies.

Registration required.

Make with Us: Decoupage Eggs

Mishawaka Library/Live on Zoom | Fri., Feb. 23 Harris Branch | Thurs., Feb. 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 unique, one-of-akind egg.

Registration required.

Morning Makers: Vinyl Travel Cups Harris Branch | Mon., March 4 Mishawaka Library | Fri., March 15 Bittersweet Branch | Sat., March 23 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Looking to embrace your creative side? Join us for a morning of creation! This session, we’ll be using vinyl to decorate travel cups.

Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

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Adults

Mint Milkshakes Super Bowl Charcuterie

Harris Branch | Fri., Feb. 9 Mishawaka Library | Sat., Feb. 10 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Get ready for the big game by creating a unique football-themed charcuterie board!

Supplies will be provided; attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks to add to their board as well.

Mishawaka Library Thurs., March 14 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Adults 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 a seasonal favorite, the green mint milkshake.

Participants will get to taste their recreations and leave with the recipe.

Registration required.

Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Cooking Classics

Slow Cooker Social

Want to try your hand at easy culinary creations? Join us as we experiment with different flavors to make irresistibly delicious goodies!

Join us for a relaxed evening as we demonstrate a slow cooker recipe, sample the creation and share additional recipes for you to try! Participants are welcome to bring their own slow cooker recipes to share as well.

Mishawaka Library Mondays: Feb. 26 & March 25 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Adults

Feb. 26: Loaded Potato Skins March 25: Bunny Bark

Harris Branch Tues., March 19 6-7 p.m. | Adults

Registration required.

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Saturday Morning Book Club

BOOK book clubs CLUBS

Mishawaka Library 1st Saturdays: Feb. 3 & March 2 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Adults

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

Feb. 3: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray March 2: True Grit by Charles Portis Registration required for each session.

Chapter Chats

Harris Branch 2nd Thursdays: Feb. 8 & March 14 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.

Feb. 8: The Memory Keeper's Daughter

by Kim Edwards March 14: West With Giraffes

by Lynda Rutledge Registration required for each session.

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Dine withTODAY! a Book JOIN ONE Mishawaka Library Tues., Feb. 20 6-7 p.m. | Adults

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

1/1 Mosley Feb. 20: Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter

Registration required.

Delectable Lit

Mishawaka Library Thurs., March 21 5:30-6:30 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.

March 21: Murder on the Orient Express

by Agatha Christie 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:

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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

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

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

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

Mark Your Calendar Monday, February 19 CLOSED in observance of Presidents Day

Wednesday, March 6

CLOSING at 12:30 p.m. for Staff Training

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.