October and November 2022

Oct.-Nov. 2022 mphpl.org

Registration begins on Mon., Sept. 19 for Oct. & Nov. programs!

Event Highlights: Storytimes & STEAM Squad Mystery Night Teen Lock In Family Literacy Night Local Author Fair Frightful Friday Job Fair

Program Guide | For Children, Teens & Adults

Program Guide Contents Frightful Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

October Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

November Program Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MPHPL in the Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

All Ages Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storytimes & STEAM Squad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Children’s Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Teen Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adult Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Databases & Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Library Card Sign-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locations, Hours & Social Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Our Mission

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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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Sunday

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6:30 p.m. - H Family Literacy Night: The Leprechaun's Game Day! - No Reg. Required -

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. - H & Zoom Yak, Snack and Read

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3 p.m. - M Eating Well to Age Well

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

Friday

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5:30 p.m. - H Villains Board Game Night

5 p.m. - M Fossil Dig STEAM Day (Grades K-5)

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5:30 p.m. - H Make Your Own Cider

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6:30 p.m. - M Mystery Night Teen Lock In (Grades 6-12)

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10:30 a.m. - H Mini Signpost Terrariums

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1 p.m. - M Job Fair - No Reg. Required -

6:30 p.m. - Zoom Take a Trip: Ireland

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

Thursday

Available for FREE with your MPHPL library card!

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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. - M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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

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10:30 a.m. - M Fall Cookie Decorating

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10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Community Connections Fair at Schmucker M.S. (See page 8 for details)

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4-7 p.m.

MEF Trunk or Treat at Mishawaka H.S. (See page 8 for details)

Saturday

HALLOWEEN

10:30 a.m. - M Candy Charcuterie Boards

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4:30 p.m. - Zoom Passport Pals: Mexico (Ages 4-11)

10:30 a.m. - M DIY Ink Stamps

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3:30 p.m. - B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required 6:30 p.m. - M Quick & Easy Overnight Oats

3:30 p.m. - M Batty Bats (Grades K-5)

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5:30 p.m. - M Delectable Lit

5 p.m. - M Retro Art: Pony Bead Animal Keychains (Grades 6-12)

10:15 a.m. - M & Zoom Mug 'n' Muffin

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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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5-7 p.m.

Table or Treat at the Mishawaka Riverwalk (See page 8 for details)

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

PLEASE NOTE:

6:30 p.m. - M Hocus-Pocus Trivia & Craft Night

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10:30 a.m. - Zoom Virtual Craft Hour: Fall Yarn Garland

10 a.m. or 3 p.m. - M Frightful Friday (See page 2 for details)

Nurture your creative side by visiting creativebug.com/lib/mphpl

Creativebug® has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts & artists.

6:30 p.m. - M Popcorn & Pages (Grades 3-5)

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

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5 p.m. - Zoom Virtual Haunted House Tour (Teens & Adults)

4:30 p.m. - M All Hallows Read - No Reg. Required 5:30 p.m. - M Teen Advisory Group (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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

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2 p.m. - H A Little Bit of Everything Book Club (Grades K-8)

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10:30 a.m. - M Apple Pie Apples

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Scan to register from our online event calendar!

Registration begins Mon., Sept. 19.

Sunday

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6 p.m. - Zoom My Family Tree: Where Do I Begin?

4:30 p.m. - H Pastries & Painting (Grades K-3)

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

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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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 & Zoom Yak, Snack and Read

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10:30 a.m. - B Arm Knitting Infinity Scarves

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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10:15 a.m. - M & Zoom Mug 'n' Muffin

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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5 p.m. - M Paper Bead Jewelry (Grades 6-12)

4 p.m. - M Local Author Fair - No Reg. Required -

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

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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5:30 p.m. - M Vegan Holiday Cooking

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

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

4:30 p.m. - M Cornbread and Butter

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Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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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 -

6:30 p.m. - Zoom Take a Trip: Cambodia

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

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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10:30 a.m. - Zoom Virtual Craft Hour: Snowflake Suncatcher

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VETERANS DAY

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7 p.m. - Zoom Sips & Spines: Cozy Mysteries

November 2022

3 p.m. - B Teddy Bear Party

10:30 a.m. - M Teddy Bear Party (Age 11 & under)

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10:30 a.m. - B Paper Making

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10:30 a.m. - M Gaming Day

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6:30 p.m. - Zoom Virtual Chocolate Tasting

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

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6 p.m. - H Table Decorating 101

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

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

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)

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Children (Birth - 5th Grade) Children & Teens Teens (6th - 12th Grade) Teens (12+) & Adults Adults (18+)

4:30 p.m. - Zoom Passport Pals: Poland (Ages 4-11)

10:30 a.m. - H Holiday Photo Ornaments

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2 p.m. - H A Little Bit of Everything Book Club (Grades K-8)

10:30 a.m. - M Board Game Crafts

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6 p.m. - M & Zoom Those Plucky Women of World War II

5:30 p.m. - M Teen Advisory Group (Grades 6-12) - No Reg. Required -

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

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10:30 a.m. - M Winter Garland

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(Age 11 & under)

To get started, visit mphpl.org/online-resources

THANKSGIVING DAY

IN OBSERVANCE OF

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ALL MPHPL LOCATIONS

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Family & All Ages Storytimes M - Mishawaka Library Location B - Bittersweet Branch Location H - Harris Branch Location

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

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6:30 p.m. - Zoom Literary Landmarks Virtual Tour

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)

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Mishawaka High School 1202 Lincolnway East, Mishawaka Sat., Oct. 1 | 4-7 p.m. | All Ages/Family

Mishawaka Education Foundation

Attend the Mishawaka Education Foundation’s second annual free Trunk or Treat to kick off the Halloween season!

Visit the MPHPL trunk for your treat!

Community Connections Fair

Schmucker Middle School 56045 Bittersweet Road, Mishawaka Sat., Oct. 8 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Families

P-H-M School Corporation

The P-H-M School Corporation’s ENL Services is sponsoring the Community Connections Fair for multilingual families. Visit the MPHPL table for games, prizes and to learn about our library services.

Table or Treat

Mishawaka Riverwalk 201-299 W. First St., Mishawaka Sat., Oct. 22 | 5-7 p.m. | All Ages

Mishawaka Parks and Recreation

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Come trick-or-treat with the Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department.

This community event will be held at the Mishawaka Riverwalk.

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Here Come the IRISH! Join local author Mike

Brown shares his picture book The Leprechaun’s

Game at Notre the

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Dame, which describes

beautiful pageantry of a fall football Saturday at ND. ­ Follow Leprechaun on an adventure from Step-Off, the

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into the tunnel on to the field as he leads the team to

an Irish victory! Mike Brown is a graduate of the

ND as one University of Notre Dame and represented ­ of the iconic Leprechaun mascots as a student.

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is also the Founder and CEO of SOULSTIR LLC and

serves as Regional ­ Director

of Athletics Advancement in University Relations at Dame. Adult caregivers ­ Notre ­

must remain in the room. No registration required.

All Hallows Read

Mishawaka Library Tuesday, October 18 4:30-6:30 p.m. | All Ages Enjoy a spooky or scary book this fall season!

All Hallows Read was started by author Neil Gaiman in 2010 to encourage people to give others a scary book to read as a Halloween tradition. Preselected books will be available for check out at this walkin event. We will have books available for all age groups. No registration required.

Adventures with Apples Mishawaka Library Wednesday, October 26 4:30-5:30 p.m. | All Ages

Join us for an apple tasting extravaganza! Participants will enjoy a sampling of apple varieties with dips and toppings.

Come enjoy a taste of the season while supplies last.

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All Ages

Family Literacy Night: Family Literacy Night: The The Leprechaun's Game Day! Leprechaun’s Game Day! Harris Branch | Tuesday, October 11 Harris Branch | Tuesday, October 11 6:30-7:30 p.m. | All Ages/Families 6:30-7:30 p.m. | All Ages/Families

Registration required for the monthly storytime session.

Caregivers are expected to participate as able. Groups may contact the Youth Services Coordinator at (574) 259-5277, ext. 3101 to inquire about special accommodations.

BOOKS & BABIES

TODDLER TIME

PRESCHOOL PALS

Books & Babies is a structured 30 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. Sessions are limited to 15 participants.

Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and take-home crafts provide an enjoyable group experience.

Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Sessions are limited to 30 participants.

Preschool Pals 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. Sessions are limited to 30 participants.

Harris Branch

Harris Branch

Harris Branch

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Mishawaka Library

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Bittersweet Branch

Birth-23 Months

Tuesdays: Nov. 1, 15 & 22 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Nov. 2, 9 & 16 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: Nov. 3, 10 & 17 10:15-10:45 a.m.

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Ages 2 & 3

Tuesdays: Nov. 1, 15 & 22 11-11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: Nov. 2, 9 & 16 11-11:30 a.m.

Thursdays: Nov. 3, 10 & 17 11-11:30 a.m.

Ages 4 & 5

Tuesdays: Nov. 1, 15 & 22 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Nov. 2, 9 & 16 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Thursdays: Nov. 3, 10 & 17 10:15-10:45 a.m.

Children (Ages 6-11) 11-11:30 a.m.

Harris Branch

Tuesdays: Nov. 1, 15 & 22

Mishawaka Library

Wednesdays: Nov. 2, 9 & 16

Bittersweet Branch

Thursdays: Nov. 3, 10 & 17 During each 30 minute session, children will explore hands-on projects that incorporate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) skills. Children are encouraged to interact socially with other children and attend sessions independently. Caregivers must remain in the library. Sessions are limited to 20 participants.

Registration required.

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Early Literacy Café

Children

Harris Branch | Tues., Oct. 4 Mishawaka Library | Wed., Oct. 5 10:15-10:45 a.m. | Age 5 & under 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. Tips will also be provided to families to ensure the learning can continue at home. Adult caregivers must remain in the room. No registration required.

Fossil Dig STEAM Day

Thurs., Oct. 13 | Grades K-5 Harris Branch | 11 a.m.-Noon Mishawaka Library | 5-6 p.m.

For Earth Science Week, we’re getting our hands dirty with a prehistoric fossil dig! Join us to learn what fossils are, what they can tell us and how to identify them. Participants will be able to excavate their own fossil brick and take home any findings! Adult caregivers must remain in the room. Registration required.

A Little Bit of Everything Book Club

Harris Branch 3rd Mondays: Oct. 17 & Nov. 21 2-3 p.m. | Grades K-8 Join us for a homeschool book club with a plethora of activities ranging from book trivia to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) and everything in between. Each month will include different activities.

Oct. 17: Frindle by Andrew Clements Nov. 21: Capture the Flag by Kate Messner Books can be picked up a month in advance at a Youth Services desk. One copy per family. Your child can read the book alone or share the book as a family read aloud. Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger. Registration required for each session.

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Passport Pals

Live on Zoom 4th Mondays: Oct. 24 & Nov. 28 4:30-5:15 p.m. | Ages 4-11 Ready to travel the world? During this fun and informative session, you’ll learn all about countries from around the world. Craft, activity and recipe resources will be provided so you can experience a little bit of the country from home.

Oct. 24: Mexico Nov. 28: Poland Registration required for each session.

Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be emailed to registrants.

Popcorn & Pages

Mishawaka Library | Tues., Oct. 25 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Grades 3-5 Join us for this new book club where we take our artistry and appetite to the next level!

After reading the book on our own, we will meet at the library to discuss and devour our way through the pages and popcorn. We will draw out scenes, answer trivia, and discuss what made us giggle and what made us laugh out loud! The book will be Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made by Stephan Pastis. Copies of the book will be available for checkout at each Youth Services desk beginning Sept. 26.

Sixth graders welcome as space allows.

Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger. Registration required.

Batty Bats

Mishawaka Library | Thurs., Oct. 27 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Grades K-5

Children

Did you know that October is Bat Appreciation Month? Join us for batty fun with stories, activities, fun facts and a take-home craft! Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger.

Registration required.

Pastries & Painting

Harris Branch | Tues., Nov. 1 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Grades K-3 Calling all artists, or anyone who likes pastries! Join as we create masterpieces using our own reflections. With the help of a mirror, you will create a self-portrait using paint, crayons, markers or colored pencils. Express yourself with this one-of-a-kind piece of art. Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

Teddy Bear Party

Sat., Nov. 19 | Age 11 & under Mishawaka Library | 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Bittersweet Branch | 3-4 p.m.

Teddy bears are having a special party at the library, and you are invited – but only if you look the part! Bring your teddy bears (or another beloved stuffed animal) for teddy bear-themed stories, songs and activities. We'll begin the hour with a teddy bear mask craft so we can all join in on the fun! Adult caregivers must remain in the room.

Registration required.

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Teen Gaming

Children Teens

Mishawaka Library | Tuesdays Bittersweet Branch | Wednesdays 3:30–5:30 p.m. | Grades 6-12 Join us in the teen department for gaming! Play our Nintendo Switch™ or choose from an assortment of card, dice and board games. Stop in and play for a few minutes or join us for the full two hours. Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger. No registration required.

A Little Bit of Everything Book Club Harris Branch 3rd Mondays: Oct. 17 & Nov. 21 2-3 p.m. | Grades K-8

Join us for a homeschool book club with a plethora of activities ranging from book trivia to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) and everything in between. Each month will include different activities.

Oct. 17: Frindle by Andrew Clements Nov. 21: Capture the Flag by Kate Messner Books can be picked up a month in advance at a Youth Services desk. One copy per family. Your child can read the book alone or share the book as a family read aloud. Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger. Registration required for each session.

Teen Advisory Group

Mishawaka Library 3rd Tuesdays: Oct. 18 & Nov. 15 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Grades 6-12 Teens are invited to share their ideas, opinions and skills with the Teen Advisory Group. MPHPL wants your input on events, services and books for teens in the community. Become a member of TAG to share.

We will also provide opportunities to earn volunteer hours! Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger.

No registration required.

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Virtual Haunted House Tour

Live on Zoom | Wed., Oct. 19 5-5:45 p.m. | Teens (12+) & Adults Join us as we venture around the world to explore some of the most haunted houses.

Learn about the history of these notoriously spooky places and maybe find some new locations to add to your travel bucket list!

Registration required.

Retro Art: Pony Bead Animal Keychains Mishawaka Library Thurs., Oct. 20 5-6 p.m.

Grades 6-12

Your parents probably remember them from the 90s and now we are bringing them back!

Participants will learn how to make your very own woven bead animals to use as keychains or attach to your bookbags.

Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger.

Registration required.

Paper Bead Jewelry Mishawaka Library Thurs., Nov. 10 5-7 p.m. | Grades 6-12

Ever wonder what happens to a library book when it can no longer circulate? Join us to find out as we upcycle old library books into paper beads to create bracelets, necklaces and lanyards. Bring in your own special beads to create a more personalized piece of jewelry or work with the supplies provided by the library. Adult caregivers must remain in the library for participants 11 years of age and younger. Registration required.

Teens

Mystery Night Teen Lock In Mishawaka Library | Fri., Oct. 14 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Grades 6-12

Mr. Boddy was found in the computer lab. Figure out the clues to make your best guess of how and where it happened. Was it Sir Reads-A-Lot with a bookmark in the nonfiction or Dr. Bookworm with a library card in circulation? Bring a friend and enjoy some snacks for this after-hours live action game. Registration required.

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Take a Trip

Children Adults

Live on Zoom 1st Tuesdays: Oct. 4 & Nov. 1 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Adults Eager to travel the world but aren’t sure where to start? Don’t have the resources to travel right now? (Hey, travel is expensive!) Then join us for this entertaining and educational exploration of the countries of the world! Each month, we’ll focus on a different country, virtually exploring the sights and sounds of each location while also learning about each country’s history and culture.

Yak, Snack and Read

Bittersweet Branch/ Live on Zoom 2nd Tuesdays: Oct. 11 & Nov. 8 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Adults Join one of our longest running morning book clubs! Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk.

Oct. 4: Ireland

Oct. 11: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch

Nov. 1: Cambodia

Nov. 8: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

by Washington Irving

Registration required for each session.

Make Your Own Cider

Harris Branch | Thurs., Oct. 6 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Adults This fall, why not make your own apple cider?

Join us for this fun and interactive event in which participants will learn about the cider-making process, sample some cider and leave with some cider to go. Registration required.

Mini Signpost Terrariums

Harris Branch | Fri., Oct. 7 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults

Registration required for each session if attending via Zoom; no registration required for in person attendance.

American Heritage Spotlight

Mishawaka Library 2nd Tuesdays: Oct. 11 & Nov. 8 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Adults Join us as our guest speakers discuss a variety of topics of local interest.

Adventure awaits! Create a terrarium featuring a mini signpost. These posts can depict meaningful locations you’ve already visited or fantastical lands you wish you could visit.

Registration required.

Oct. 11: This month, speaker Dan Dosmann will join us to present Postcards of South Bend. He was born and raised in Mishawaka and has been collecting postcards for over 10 years.

Totes Adorable

Nov. 8: This month, Joe Sipocz will present the History of the River Park Neighborhood.

He currently manages the River Park Branch (part of the St. Joseph County Public Library) and is a board member of the River Park Neighborhood Association. Join us to learn about some of the history of the River Park neighborhood and stories about how the community has maintained its independent civic pride and sense of place.

Mishawaka Library | Mon., Oct. 10 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults In need of a shopping tote or way to carry home your library books? Join us for a morning of tote bag decorating! Participants will decorate a tote bag using shaving cream and paint! We supply all the materials; you bring the creativity!

Registration required.

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No registration required.

Eating Well to Age Well

Mishawaka Library Wed., Oct. 12 | 3-4 p.m. | Adults

Join us for an afternoon with Nicky Foust from Chefs for Seniors®. She is a passionate healthconscious chef with over 20 years of experience in the food service industry. In this program, participants will learn about nutrient-dense eating for optimum nutrition and why that is important as we age. Participants will also watch a cooking demonstration and enjoy a sample. Registration required.

Villains Board Game Night

Harris Branch | Thurs., Oct. 13 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Adults Join us for a perfectly wretched evening of board gaming as we take on the despicable plots of some of the best animated movie villains. Come prepared (dress as your favorite villain if you wish) to outwit other famous evildoers proving you are the biggest baddy of them all. Light snacks will be available as well as prizes that are truly wicked to the core!

Registration required.

Fall Cookie Decorating

Mishawaka Library Sat., Oct. 15 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Adults

The season for soft, warm sugar cookies is upon us. Come learn how to make these fall favorites look amazing. Local cookie artist Michelle Wells will walk participants through several cookie decorating techniques that they’ll be able to use to make their cookies look too good to eat. Registration required.

Virtual Haunted House Tour Live on Zoom | Wed., Oct. 19 5-5:45 p.m. | Teens (12+) & Adults

Join us as we venture around the world to explore some of the most haunted houses. Learn about the history of these notoriously spooky places and maybe find some new locations to add to your travel bucket list! Registration required.

Mug ‘n’ Muffin

Mishawaka Library/Live on Zoom 3rd Thursdays: Oct. 20 & Nov. 17 10:15-11 a.m. | Adults Enjoy a morning of coffee, conversation and muffins! Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk.

Oct. 20: Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly Nov. 17: 84, Charing Cross Road

by Helene Hanff Registration required for each session if attending via Zoom; no registration required for in person attendance.

Delectable Lit

Mishawaka Library Thurs., Oct. 20 5:30-7 p.m. | Adults Nothing beats a good book and a good snack. In this unique book and baking club, we get the chance to combine the two! This month we will read And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie. Come join us as we discuss this intriguing mystery and learn to make a delicious dish based on the classic novel. Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk.

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Adults

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Adults

Mishawaka Library Fri., Oct. 28 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Adults Come enjoy an adults’ night out while we celebrate the Sanderson sisters and their fellow Salem residents! We’ll start with trivia about the classic 1993 film and then decorate pumpkins. The winning trivia team will receive a small prize. Teams must have 2-6 members.

Registration required and limited to 15 teams.

Virtual Craft Hour

Live on Zoom 3rd Fridays: Oct. 21 & Nov. 18 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Join us virtually for a morning of creation! In each session, a staff member will walk you through the creation of a craft project.

Oct. 21: Fall Yarn Garland Nov. 18: Snowflake Suncatcher Registration required for each session. Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be sent via email to registrants.

DIY Ink Stamps

Mishawaka Library | Mon., Oct. 24 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Ink stamps are used for all kinds of crafting projects but have you ever wanted a unique stamp all your own? Come learn how to design, create and carve your own stamp. Participants will take home a one-of-a-kind stamp they can use for cards, scrapbooking, bookmarks and more.

Registration required.

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Quick & Easy Overnight Oats

Mishawaka Library Thurs., Oct. 27 6:30-7:15 p.m. | Adults Always in a rush in the morning? Never have time to make a healthy breakfast? Join us as we prepare a quick and easy breakfast solution! Our featured Overnight Oats will be Pumpkin Spice. For those of you not feeling fall flavors, we will be providing additional toppings. Registration required.

Candy Charcuterie Boards Mishawaka Library | Mon., Oct. 31 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults

Looking for something new to do with all that seasonal candy we all acquire during this time of year? Then join us as we find unique ways to display and serve our favorite candies on fun charcuterie boards! Candy will be provided but attendees are encouraged to bring their own selections as well.

Registration required.

Adults

Mishawaka Library Wed., Oct. 5 | 1-4 p.m. | Adults MPHPL is partnering with Ivy Tech Community College to bring a job fair to the Mishawaka Library! Several local employers from various industries will be available to discuss employment opportunities.

No registration required.

Local Author Fair Mishawaka Library Local Author Thurs., Nov.Fair 10 Mishawaka Library 4-7 p.m. | Adults

Thursday, November 10 4-7 p.m.

Come join| Adults us for our(18+) first Local Author Fair!

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variety of local authors

and their work.

Feel free to meet and

greet the authors.

Snacks will be provided.

No registration required.

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My Family Tree: Where Do I Begin?

Adults

Live on Zoom | Wed., Nov. 2 6-7 p.m. | Adults Dr. Jenna Lyons will be joining us to help you get started on your family history research. She has a doctorate in American Studies and has researched the history of small towns. Participants will learn the skills needed, questions to ask and how to leverage MPHPL resources to find out more about their family’s past.

Registration required.

Vegan Holiday Cooking

Mishawaka Library | Thurs., Nov. 3 5:30-7 p.m. | Adults Do you have vegan guests joining your dinner table this holiday season or are you interested in a plant-based diet? Join us for a plant-based food demonstration with Michele Dahms from Michiana VegFest to learn how to make desserts and side dishes. She is the Veg EDU coordinator for Michiana VegFest and has worked in the conventional and natural food industry for over 30 years. Registration required.

Sips & Spines

Live on Zoom | Fri., Nov. 4 7-8 p.m. | Adults Looking for a book club with a little more flexibility?

Then join us for Sips & Spines, an after-hours virtual book club where, instead of reading a specific book, we choose a topic or genre, and you get to select the book that works best for you! Book suggestions will be emailed to participants upon registration in case you need help deciding what to read. During the meeting, participants can share what they read as we share drink recipes related to the session’s theme, cozy mysteries.

Registration required.

Gaming Day

Mishawaka Library | Sat., Nov. 5 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Adults Celebrate International Games Month with us at the library! We will have Bingo, Scrabble and a variety of other games. Participants will also receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win a door prize. Registration required.

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Cornbread and Butter

Mishawaka Library | Wed., Nov. 9 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Adults Try your hand at making butter from scratch to go along with some freshly baked cornbread!

In this program, participants will get the chance to shake their way to a tasty afternoon snack.

Registration required.

Paper Making

Bittersweet Branch | Sat., Nov. 12 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults The art of paper making can be traced back to the year 105. Now you can try your hand at this skill. Join us for a unique crafting opportunity as we learn to make our own sheets of paper.

Registration required.

Apple Pie Apples

Mishawaka Library Mon., Nov. 14 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults A nice warm apple pie always hits the spot, but sometimes you don’t want to eat a whole pie.

Join us as we bake personal apple pies right inside the apple. Participants will get to bake and enjoy an apple pie that is perfect for one person.

Registration required.

Those Plucky Women of World War II

Mishawaka Library/ Live on Zoom Tues., Nov. 15 6-7 p.m. | Adults

Join us for a presentation by Kayleen Reusser, author of the book Born to Be Soldiers: Those Plucky Women of World War II. Kayleen is an author and speaker who specializes in telling the stories of World War II veterans. She has conducted interviews with over 260 vets and has used her research to write multiple books for grades 6+. During this presentation, Kayleen will discuss the women who valiantly served their country during World War II. Registration required if attending via Zoom; no registration required for in person attendance.

Arm Knitting Infinity Scarves

As days start to get colder, nothing is better than a scarf to keep you warm. Together we will learn the steps to arm knit a personalized infinity scarf. Walk away with a scarf for you or a gift for someone else this holiday season! Registration required.

Literary Landmarks Virtual Tour Live on Zoom Thurs., Nov. 17 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Adults

Are you interested in learning about some of the most literary places in the world? Are you celebrating NaNoWriMo and looking to take a break and find inspiration? Then join us for this virtual tour, where we’ll explore some of the world’s most beautiful libraries as well as locations around the world associated with some of the most famous writers and novels.

Registration required.

Board Game Crafts

Mishawaka Library | Mon., Nov. 21 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Do you have old cards, games with missing game pieces or old board games you don’t know what to do with? Come have fun creating a variety of crafts utilizing these old forgotten pieces of plastic and cardboard. Bring your own board game misfits or use some that will be provided.

Registration required.

Harris Branch | Tues., Nov. 22 6-7 p.m. | Adults Looking for ways to spruce up your upcoming gatherings, parties or celebrations?

Then join us for this informational and interactive session where we’ll practice napkin folding, DIY place settings and explore different centerpiece options. Registration required.

Holiday Photo Ornaments Harris Branch | Mon., Nov. 28 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults

Photos can capture our cherished memories in a variety of ways. We will be making holiday ornaments featuring your beloved memories.

These unique photo keepsakes ensure your photos are preserved in a fun and beautiful way. Participants must bring their own photos (we will make copies to use for the ornaments).

Registration required.

Virtual Chocolate Tasting Live on Zoom | Tues., Nov. 29 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Adults

Calling all chocolate lovers! Sit back and relax at this virtual program aimed at indulging your sweet tooth. Participants will learn about cacao and different varieties of chocolate and enjoy some samples. Registration required. Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be sent via email to registrants.

Winter Garland

Mishawaka Library | Wed., Nov. 30 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults Who doesn’t love homemade decorations!?

Come enjoy a cup of cocoa and create a winter garland with us to get a head start on your winter decorating! Registration required.

Adults

Bittersweet Branch Wed., Nov. 16 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Adults

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