October-November 2024

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Mishawaka Library I Friday, Oct. 18

10 a.m.- Noon

All Ages

No registration required for...

Bountiful Bats* 11 a.m.-Noon

Family & All Ages

Registration required.

Harris Branch I Monday, Oct. 28

10 a.m.- Noon

All Ages

No registration required for...

*Sensational Spiders

11 a.m.-Noon

Family & All Ages

Registration required.

4:30 p.m.M Popcorn & Pickup (Ages 2-11)

10:15 a.m.B If You Build It (Age 11 & under)No Reg. Required10:15 a.m.H If You Build It (Age 11 & under)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M If You Build It (Age 11 & under)No Reg. Required10:15 a.m.M Saturday Morning Book Club: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn (Age 18+) 4:30-7:30 p.m. Mishawaka HS1202 LWE MEF's Trunk or TreatNo Reg. Required5 p.m.M Teens in the Kitchen (Grades 6-12) 7 p.m.M Stuffed Animal Sleepover (Ages 2-11)

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3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades K-2)

3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 3-5) mphpl.org/apps

10:15 a.m.M Early Explorers (Age 5 & under)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.B Make with Us: Sweater Pumpkins (Age 18+) 3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m. Storybook Walk at The Mishawaka Res 13950 Scout Lane (Age 7 & under)

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

10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting (Age 60+) 4:30 p.m.B Around the World (Grades 1-5) 4:30 p.m.M Cooking Classics: Pumpkin French Toast (Age 18+) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required5:30 p.m.H Witchin' Stitchin' (Age 18+) 10:15 a.m.H Early Explorers (Age 5 & under)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required6:30 p.m.M American Heritage Spotlight (Age 18+)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required11 a.m. Morning at the Museum 121 S. Main St. (Family & All Ages) 10:15 a.m.B Early Explorers (Age 5 & under)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.H Chapter Chats: After the Funeral by Agatha Christie (Age 18+) 10 a.m.M Frightful Friday (Family & All Ages)No Reg. Required11 a.m.M Bountiful Bats (Family & All Ages)

2 p.m.H Popcorn and Painting (Grades 6-12) 2 p.m.H STEMblem (Grades K-5) 6:30 p.m.M Fright Night Teen Lock-In (Grades 6-12)

5:30 p.m.M Delectable Lit: The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green (Age 18+)

3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required5:30 p.m.B BINGO (Age 18+)

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

10:30 a.m.M Colorful Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting (Age 60+) 1-4 p.m.M Ask a LawyerNo Reg. Required6 p.m.B & H Night Owl Storytime (Age 11 & under) 10:30 a.m.H Candy Sushi (Age 18+)

3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required6 p.m.Zoom Virtual Hot Beverage Tasting (Family & All Ages)

3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required10 a.m.H Monster Mash Monday (Family & All Ages)No Reg. Required11 a.m.H Sensational Spiders (Family & All Ages)

PLEASE NOTE : Some programs have varying age groups. These programs have specific ages listed below the event. Programs are subject to change. Should a program be canceled, patrons will be notified at least 72 hours prior to the program.

VISIT MPHPL.ORG FOR UPDATES.

5-7 p.m. Table or Treat the Riverwalk with Mishawaka ParksNo Reg. RequiredChildren (Birth-Grade 5) Teens (Grades 6-12) Adults (Age 18+) Family & All Ages Off-Site Event Mishawaka Library Location Bittersweet Branch Location Harris Branch Location

10:15 a.m.M Saturday Morning Book Club: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë (Age 18+) 10:30 a.m.M The Eras Party (Library's Version) (Family & All Ages) 2:30 p.m.M Character Meet & Greet: Finding Nemo, JR.™ (Family & All Ages)

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 4:30 p.m.M "All the World was on Fire": History of Veterans Day (Age 18+)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required10:30 a.m.H Chapter Chats: Bel Canto by Ann Patchett (Age 18+)

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 3-5)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required5 p.m.M Teens in the Kitchen (Grades 6-12) 5:30 p.m.H & Zoom Paint with Us! (Age 18+) 4:30 p.m.M Squishmallow™ Portrait Painting (Grades 2-5) 3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Kids in the Kitchen (Grades K-2) 10:30 a.m.M Morning Makers: Fall Foam Friends (Age 18+)

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required -

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required6:30 p.m.M American Heritage Spotlight (Ages 18+)No Reg. Required -

4:30 p.m.H Turkey Time Picture Bingo (Ages 2-11)

Bittersweet Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required5 p.m.H Teens in the Kitchen (Grades 6-12)

Mishawaka Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required 5:30 p.m.B BINGO (Age 18+)

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required11 a.m.M Holiday Prep Party! (Age 18+) 3:30 p.m.B Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. Required4:30 p.m.M Cooking Classics: Peanut Butter Cookie Brownies (Age 18+)

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

Harris Storytime (See page 10 for details)No Reg. Required3:30 p.m.M Teen Gaming (Grades 6-12)No Reg. RequiredChildren (Birth-Entering Grade 5) Storytime Teens (Grades 6-12) Adults (Age 18+) Family & All Ages

! REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR DEC. & JAN. PROGRAMS!

no b e ig ns Mon., Sept.16!

Community in the

Storybook Walk at The Mishawaka Res

The Mishawaka Res

13950 Scout Lane, Mishawaka Fri., Oct. 11 | 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Age 7 & under

Join us at The Mishawaka Res as we introduce the new autumn book for their storywalk! After storytime, participants can enjoy a nature scavenger hunt around the preserve . Please note if inclement weather occurs, the event will be canceled . Adult caregivers must remain with their child . Registration required.

Morning at the Museum

Mishawaka Historical Museum 121 S. Main Street, Mishawaka Thurs., Oct. 17 | 11 a.m.-Noon Family & All Ages

Join us at the Mishawaka Historical Museum for a tour of the museum, a storytime and scavenger hunt! Registration required.

Virtual Hot Beverage Tasting

Live on Zoom | Wed., Oct. 30

6-6:45 p.m. | Family & All Ages

Cozy up with us this fall season at our virtual hot beverage tasting! Participants will learn the history behind a variety of warm beverages and get to sample them at home .

Registration required. Details on when and where to pick up program supplies will be sent via email to registrants . Limit one kit per household .

Character Meet & Greet: Finding Nemo JR.™

Mishawaka Library | Sat., Nov. 9 | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Family & All Ages

Come meet Nemo, Marlin, Dory and the rest of the gang as we adventure under the sea together The cast from South Bend Civic Theatre’s production of Finding Nemo JR .™, will perform songs from the musical, lead an ocean-themed craft and pose for pictures .

Registration required.

The Eras Party (Library’s Version)

Mishawaka Library

Sat., Nov. 16 | 10:30 a.m.-Noon

Family & All Ages

Join us as we celebrate the pop music queen with themed games, activities, friendship bracelets and snacks! Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age .

Registration required.

Finding Nemo is a trademark of Disney Enterprises, Inc . Disney Enterprises, Inc . is not a sponsor of this free event .

BOOKS & BABIES TODDLER TIME PRESCHOOL PALS

Birth-23 Months

Books & Babies is a structured 20 minute program that combines books, short rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement activities to introduce children to the wonder of language. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Mishawaka Library

Wednesdays: Nov. 6, 13 & 20

10:15-10:45 a.m.

Bittersweet Branch

Thursdays: Nov. 7, 14 & 21

10:15-10:45 a.m.

Harris Branch

Tuesdays: Nov. 12, 19 & 26

10:15-10:45 a.m.

Ages 2 & 3

Toddler Time is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and takehome crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Mishawaka Library

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

Bittersweet Branch

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

Harris Branch

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

Ages 4 & 5

Preschool Pals is a structured 30 minute program in which books, story-related activities and takehome 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.

Mishawaka Library

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

Bittersweet Branch

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

Harris Branch

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

No registration required for storytime. Groups may contact the Youth Services Coordinator at (574) 259-5277 ext. 1401 to inquire about special accommodations.

Please note that we will close to additional attendees 15 minutes into our Toddler and Preschool sessions to help reduce distractions to our young audience members. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

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

Kids in the Kitchen

Mishawaka Library

Grades K-2 | 1st Tuesdays: Oct. 1 & Nov. 5 | 4:30-5 p.m.

Mishawaka Library

Grades 3-5 | 1st Wednesdays: Oct. 2 & Nov. 6 | 4:30-5:15 p.m.

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.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Mishawaka Library | Thurs., Oct. 3

7-7:30 p.m. | Ages 2-11

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 day during our Afternoon Popcorn & Pickup slideshow . Adult caregivers must remain in the room . Registration required.

Popcorn & Pickup

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Oct. 4

4:30-5 p.m. | Ages 2-11

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 .

Early Explorers

10:15-11 a.m. | Age 5 & under

Harris Branch Tues., Oct. 8

Mishawaka Library Wed., Oct. 9

Bittersweet Branch Thurs., Oct. 10

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 . No registration required.

If You Build It

Sat., Oct. 12 | Age 11 & under

Bittersweet & Harris Branches | 10:15-11:15 a.m.

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

Join us for this building program where the only limit is your imagination! Create unique masterpieces with different building materials . Adult caregivers must remain in the room . No registration required.

Around the World

Bittersweet Branch | Mon., Oct. 14

4:30-5:30 p.m. | Grades 1-5

Children

STEMblem

Harris Branch | Fri., Oct. 25

2-3 p.m. | Grades K-5

Ready to travel the world? During this fun and informative program, you’ll learn about countries from around the world through games, recipes and crafts Adult caregivers must remain in the library . This month we will be learning about Australia!

Registration required.

Night Owl Storytime

Bittersweet & Harris Branches

Mon., Oct. 21 | 6-6:30 p.m.

Age 11 & under

Everyone enjoys one bedtime story, but what about three? Join us for our evening storytime with books, songs and a takehome craft . Adult caregivers must remain in the room .

Registration required.

STEMblem aspires to create an environment where kids can discover the transformative potential of STEM and its relevance to the world around them through fun and engaging projects .

Registration required.

Squishmallow™

Portrait Painting

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Nov. 8

4:30-5:15 p.m. | Grades 2-5

Bring your favorite Squishmallow™ for inspiration or pick a sticker from our selection to use as your muse! Limit one canvas per participant . Snacks will be provided . Sixth graders welcome as space allows .

Squishmallow is a trademark of Kelly Toys Holdings, LLC . Kelly Toys Holdings, LLC is not a sponsor of this free event .

Registration required.

Turkey Time Picture Bingo

Harris Branch | Fri., Nov. 22

4:30-5:30 p.m. | Ages 2-11

Join us for a fun session of picture bingo and win turkey-themed prizes! Adult caregivers must remain in the room

Registration required.

1000 BOOKS Before Kindergarten encourages parents & caregivers to provide positive, nurturing early experiences by reading aloud daily to children.

Visit one of our Youth Services desks or mphpl.org/1000Books to get started!

MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENTS:

100 BOOKS

• Aubree H .

• Charlie M .

• Jack M .

• Penelope N .

• Noah R .

• Venz R .

• Eleanor S .

• Josie S .

• Lorelai S .

• Charlie V .

• Annabella V

• Armando V

200 BOOKS

• Anastasia D .

• Alexandra G .

• Avery H .

• Kenley H .

• Willow H .

• Zion H .

• Judah K .

• Jacob L .

• James P .

• Conrad R .

• Greyson R .

300 BOOKS

• Maisel B .

• Lottie K .

• Oliver L .

• Nolan M .

• Josephine R .

• Olympia S .

• Claire W .

400 BOOKS

• Jordyn A .

• Raelyn A

• Amelia B

• Kennedy F .

• Caspian J .

• Carter L .

• Penelope L .

• Mila R .

• Lucia S .

• Lilliana W .

500 BOOKS

• Sadie C .

• Scarlett D .

• Alejandro L .

• Blair L .

• Gretchen M

• Henley M

• Hadassah R .

• Gabriel S .

• Mariella V .

• Phoebe W .

600 BOOKS

• Warren D .

• Myles R .

• William W .

700 BOOKS

• Carol C .

• Theodore H .

• Ellie M .

• Ellis M .

800 BOOKS

• Gabbie C .

• Lucy F .

• Wesley F .

• Easton G .

• Martin H .

• Oliver H .

• Holly P .

• Soren W .

900 BOOKS

• Matthew B .

• Hugh M .

• Scotty M .

• Charlotte S .

• Ellie W

Scarlett B . 1000 BOOKS

Oliver M . 1000 BOOKS

Todd M . 1000 BOOKS

Braelynn Rose P. 1000 BOOKS

Evelyn S . 1000 BOOKS

Kuiper V . 1000 BOOKS

Eleanor W 1000 BOOKS Emersyn P 1000 BOOKS

Children

Teen Gaming Grades 6-12

3:30-5:30 p.m.

Tuesdays at Mishawaka Library

Wednesdays at Bittersweet Branch

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 1st Thursdays: Oct. 3 & Nov. 7

5-5:45 p.m. Grades 6-12

Harris Branch Thurs., Nov. 21

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.

Popcorn and Painting

Harris Branch | Fri., Oct. 25

2-3 p.m. | Grades 6-12

Paint your own festive pumpkin while enjoying popcorn and beverages! Supplies will be provided . Adult caregivers must sign permission slip on-site .

Registration required.

Fright Night Teen Lock-In

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Oct. 25

6:30-8:30 p.m. | Grades 6-12

Join us for our annual teen Halloween Bash! Can you match wits with Dr. Frankenstein and build a monster to help you escape from his lab? Dinner will be served. Teens must have a permission slip signed on file or an adult caregiver must sign a permission slip on-site. No admittance after 6:45 p.m.

Registration required.

Colorful

Creations at MPHPL: Watercolor Painting

Mishawaka Library | Mondays:

Sept. 23, 30 & Oct. 7, 14 & 21

10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (60+)

Adults 60 and up are welcome to join us for this five-week art series, taught by Marge Burkholder, where they will learn the basics of watercolor painting while socializing and connecting with each other . Each week, participants will walk away with a unique watercolor painting .

This activity is made possible in part by the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administrations Division of Aging .

Required registration began July 22; spaces are limited. Register once for all five sessions of this series .

Saturday Morning Book Club

Mishawaka Library

1st Saturdays:

Oct. 5 & Nov. 2

10:15-11:15 a.m.

Adults (18+)

Join us at our Mishawaka Library to discuss the month’s book selection . Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Mishawaka Library .

Oct. 5: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

American Heritage Spotlight

Mishawaka Library

2nd Tuesdays:

Oct. 8 & Nov. 12

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Adults (18+)

Oct. 8: Peter De Kever will present, March on Down to Fame: A Century and More of Mishawaka High School Stories . The program will include highlights from the history of Mishawaka High School, with particular emphasis on the hundred years that the school has been located in its present building .

Nov. 12: Andrea Hartstein will present, From Native Lands to Modern Subdivisions: The Story of Granger, IN . Delve into the rich history of Granger as we explore its transformation

from indigenous lands to a thriving community of subdivisions . Discover the stories of the first pioneers, the rise and fall of its farming era, the impact of the railway and the dynamic changes that shaped Granger into the town we know today . Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious resident, this presentation offers a captivating look at our town's past and present . No registration required.

Nov. 2: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë

Registration required for each session.

Make with Us: Sweater Pumpkins

Bittersweet Branch | Wed., Oct. 9

10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (18+)

Join us for a morning of crafting and conversation . Participants will be given all the supplies needed to create the project outlined below Special guest Paulette Bayne will teach us how to make adorable sweater pumpkins . Registration required.

Chapter Chats

Harris Branch

2nd Thursdays:

Oct. 10 & Nov. 14

10:30-11:30 a.m.

Adults (18+)

Join us at our Harris Branch to chat about each month’s book selection . Books can be picked up a month in advance at the front desk of the Harris Branch

Oct. 10: After the Funeral by Agatha Christie

Nov. 14: Bel Canto by Ann Patchett

Registration required for each session.

Cooking Classics

Mishawaka Library

Mondays: Oct. 14 & Nov. 18

4:30-5:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)

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

Oct. 14: Pumpkin French Toast

Nov. 18: Peanut Butter Cookie Brownies

Registration required for each session and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Witchin' Stitchin'

Harris Branch | Tues., Oct. 15

5:30-6:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)

Join us for an evening of spooky cross stitching! A few designs will be available for attendees to create . This event is open to beginners and experienced stitchers; basics will be taught to those new to cross stitching

Registration required.

Ask a Lawyer

Mishawaka Library Mon., Oct. 21

1-4 p.m. | Adults (18+)

Volunteers from the Volunteer Lawyer Network, Inc . will provide free legal advice to the public on a first come, first served basis Attendees are encouraged to bring all pertinent information and documents .

No registration required.

BINGO

Bittersweet Branch

Wednesdays: Oct. 23 & Nov. 20

5:30-6:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)

Join us for an evening of bingo and beverages! Winners will receive small prizes and raffle tickets for a chance to win a door prize .

Registration required for each session.

Delectable Lit

Mishawaka Library | Thurs., Oct. 24

5:30-6:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)

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 .

Oct. 24: The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green

Registration required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.

Candy Sushi

Harris Branch | Thurs., Oct. 31 10:30-11:15 a.m. | Adults (18+)

Use a variety of candies to make your own sweet sushi creations! Candy will be provided but attendees are encouraged to bring their favorites as well . Registration required.

Morning Makers: Fall Foam Friends

Mishawaka Library | Mon., Nov. 4

10:30-11:30 a.m. | Adults (18+)

Looking to embrace your creative side? Join us for a morning of creation! This session we’ll be using foam blocks to create the perfect fall decor .

Registration required.

Paint with Us!

Harris Branch/Live on Zoom

Thurs., Nov. 7 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. Adults (18+)

Come embrace your artistic side at one of our painting events! We will use wooden pieces as our canvas with the option of creating your own design or working with our templates . This is a great program for all experience levels .

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

"All

the

World was on Fire": History of Veterans Day

Mishawaka Library | Mon,. Nov. 11 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)

Andrew J . DeKever, a retired U .S . Army lieutenant colonel and veteran of the Iraq War and the Afghan War, will discuss World War I, how that conflict resulted in Veterans Day, and the uneasy relationship America has with its defenders .

Registration required.

Holiday Prep Party!

Mishawaka Library | Fri., Nov. 29 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Adults (18+)

This Black Friday, join us to get an early start on your holiday preparations . We will have all the supplies needed to make gooey holiday treats, stunning stockings and ornaments for your tree!

Registration required.

Do you have the card that lets you GET IT ALL?

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.

*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:

- 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.

Photo/Video Policy

We often take photographs and video at library events to use in our publications, on our website, social media and/or video sharing platforms . For registered events, by selecting ‘Yes’ under Photo and Video Permission, the library assumes that permission has been given For non-registered events, you will have the option to opt out during the event

Mark Your Calendar

Thursday, November 28

CLOSED in observance of Thanksgiving Day

Board Meetings

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

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