From storytimes to special guests and everything in between, discover what’s happening across our library locations.
Adults (18+)
We will make a delicious no-bake cookie and tasty chocolate oat bar that will impress all your holiday guests.
Registration is required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
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Children (Grades K-5)
Would YOU let the Pigeon drive the bus? Join us as we dive into the beloved literary characters of Mo Willems and build reading comprehension, memorization skills and stage presence. Students will focus on voice and movement through mask work, imaginative play and story dramatization. WARNING: This program could contain too much laughter!
Adult caregivers must remain in the library.
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Adults (18+)
Try your hand at easy culinary creations as we experiment with different flavors and make irresistibly delicious goodies!
Registration is required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
Please register for either the December or January session.
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Family & All Ages
Join us for crafts (great for gift-giving), games, a family photo, snowball fight and balloons by Mr. Derek from 4:30-5:30 and Twister Mike from 5:30-7:00! Enjoy a free small hot chocolate from our friends at Travelin’ Tom's Coffee Truck and look for a special performance by our friends from the South Bend Civic Theatre.
No registration required
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Children (Grades K-5)
Learn about new topics with hands-on activities. Supplies will be provided. Adult caregivers must remain in the library.
December 17: History of the Movies
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Teen (Grades 6-12)
Learn about new topics with hands-on activities. Supplies will be provided.
December 17: History of the Movies
Registration required
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Adults (18+)
Enjoy an evening of bingo and beverages! Winners will receive small prizes and raffle tickets for a chance to win a door prize.
Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, this program will be moved to the Mishawaka Library.
Registration required for each session
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Teen (Grades 6-12)
Our annual winter lock-in is back, filled with pizza, cookies and cocoa. Play trivia and winter-themed games. Teens must have a signed permission slip on file (or an adult caregiver must sign one on-site). No admittance after 5:45 p.m.
Registration required
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Ages 11 & Under
‘Tis the season for festive crafts! Visit the Youth Services desk to choose your craft. Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.
No registration required
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Ages 11 & Under
‘Tis the season for festive crafts! Visit the Youth Services desk to choose your craft. Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.
No registration required
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Ages 11 & Under
‘Tis the season for festive crafts! Visit the Youth Services desk to choose your craft. Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.
No registration required
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Closed in observance of Christmas Eve.
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed in observance of Christmas Day.
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Teens (Grades 6-12)
Do your taste buds have what it takes? Identify the most flavors and win a special reward!
M&M’s is a registered trademark of Mars, Inc. Mars, Inc. is not a sponsor of this free event.
Registration required
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Family & All Ages
Ring in the “Noon” Year with games, crafts and a snack as we countdown to noon! Adult caregivers must remain in the room.
No registration required
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Closed in observance of New Year's Day.
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed New Year's Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Family & All Ages
Help us kick off our 2026 Winter Reading Challenge with games, crafts, snacks and more. Don’t forget to pick up your challenge card!
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10 a.m.-Noon: Crafts
10 a.m.-Noon: Snacks
10 a.m.-Noon: Winter Games
10:30-11:30 a.m.: Winter Silly Bits presented by Roz Puppets
Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.
No registration required
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Family & All Ages
Even if the weather outside is frightful, we have something delightful! Winter Silly Bits is where gingerbread men run, snowmen frolic, and snow is celebrated.
Adult caregivers must directly supervise participants 9 years of age and younger; caregivers must remain on the premises for participants 10-11 years of age.
No registration required
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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.
January 3: The Chaperone by Laura Moriarty
Registration required.
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Children (Birth-23 months)
A structured 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. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Children (Ages 2-5)
A structured program in which books, story-related activities and crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Teens (Grades 6-12)
Learn new kitchen skills and recipes, then sample your delicious creations. Teens must have a signed permission slip on file (or an adult caregiver must sign one on-site).
Registration is required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
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Adults (18+)
Try your hand at easy culinary creations as we experiment with different flavors and make irresistibly delicious goodies!
Registration is required and limited to MPHPL cardholders.
Please register for either the December or January session.
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Children (Grades K-2)
Learn basic painting skills while creating your own unique masterpiece using dots! Adult caregivers must remain in the library.
Registration required
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Children (Birth-23 months)
A structured 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. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Children (Ages 2-5)
A structured program in which books, story-related activities and crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Children (Grades 3-5)
Learn basic painting skills while creating your own unique masterpiece using dots! Adult caregivers must remain in the library.
Registration required
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Adults (18+)
Experience cozy crafting utilizing the Cricut® machine! Choose a personalized project to beat the winter blues. Perfect for experienced or novice Cricut® users.
Cricut is a registered trademark of Cricut, Inc. Cricut, Inc. is not a sponsor of this free event.
Registration required
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Teens (Grades 6-12)
Create your own scratch art using crayons, paint and soap during a fun afternoon of painting, cupcakes and friends!
Registration required
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Closed Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Children (Grades K-5)
Learn about new topics with hands-on activities. Supplies will be provided. Adult caregivers must remain in the library.
January 21: Antarctica & the Arctic Circle
Registration required
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Teen (Grades 6-12)
Learn about new topics with hands-on activities. Supplies will be provided.
January 21: Antarctica & the Arctic Circle
Registration required
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Adults (18+)
Enjoy an evening of bingo and beverages! Winners will receive small prizes and raffle tickets for a chance to win a door prize.
Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, this program will be moved to the Mishawaka Library.
Registration required for each session
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Children (Birth-23 months)
A structured 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. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Children (Ages 2-5)
A structured program in which books, story-related activities and crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Children (Age 5 & under)
Celebrate everyone’s favorite silly old bear and his friends with stories, music, games and crafts! Adult caregivers must remain in the room.
Registration required
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Family & All Ages
Celebrate national puzzle month with snacks, puzzles and puzzle-themed crafts.
No registration required
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Adults (18+)
Warm up in the Makerspace as we spill the tea about different blends and yummy pairings.
Registration required
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Children (Birth-23 months)
A structured 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. Caregivers are expected to participate in activities as able.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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Children (Ages 2-5)
A structured program in which books, story-related activities and crafts provide an enjoyable group experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
No registration required
*Should the Bittersweet Branch be closed for construction, Thursday storytime sessions will be canceled.
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All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff training.
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed President's Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed Memorial Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed Juneteenth
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed Independence Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed Labor Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff training.
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closing Early on Thanksgiving Eve
MPHPL online resources and digital apps are always open 24/7 to explore free of charge.
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Closed Thanksgiving Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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All MPHPL locations will be closing at 12:30 p.m. for staff in-service.
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed Christmas Eve
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed Christmas Day
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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Closed New Year's Eve
Our digital apps and online resources are open 24/7.
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