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Downtown Mishawaka Library
209 Lincoln Way East
Mishawaka, IN  46544
Phone: 574-259-5277

Bittersweet Branch Library
602 Bittersweet Road
Mishawaka, IN  46544
Phone: 574-259-0392

Harris Branch Library
51446 Elm Road
Granger, IN  46530
Phone: 574-271-3179

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Inspire
1/3/12   The Sharing Box - ALL MONTH - The "Sharing Box" is an activity box for a child and an adult caregiver. Just ask for The Sharing Box at the Children's Services Desk. All Branches
1/3/12   Who's Hiding This Month in The Library - ALL MONTH - Each month the Bittersweet Branch hosts "Who's Hiding in the Library?" A drawing is held at the end of the month for two lucky children.  Bittersweet Branch Library
1/3/12   Name the Book Character Contest - Pick up an entry slip in Children's Services. Then match the names on the slip with the book characters on display in the library's lower level display case. Contest ends Monday, January 30Downtown Mishawaka Library
1/9/12   Guess the Author Contest - Teens can test their knowledge of popular authors and enter to win prizes until Friday, January 27. Visit the Young Adult area to view a picture, read the hints, and turn in an entry slip.  All Branches
1/28/12   Peter De Kever Author Book Signing and Talk - Local author Peter J. De Kever will read passages from his recent book, relay stories regarding his research, and explain the process of selecting book topics.  Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/1/12   Candy Heart Counting Display - Pick up an entry slip in Children's Services and guess how many candy hearts are in the jar. The person whose guess is the closest to the actual number will win a free book from our prize bin. Contest ends Saturday, February 18Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/1/12   Friends of the Library Board Meeting - All are invited to attend the monthly meeting. Harris Branch Library
2/1/12   Let's Talk...English! - This program offers an opportunity for women to practice English conversation. Harris Branch Library
2/1/12   Hershey's Kisses Valentine Guess - Guess the number of Hershey's Kisses in the jar and receive the candy as a prize. Stop by Reference Services at all MPHPL locations. Contest runs through Monday, February 13All Branches
2/1/12   Registration Begins Basic E-mail - Registration begins today for the Basic E-mail class on February 8 at 9:15 a.m. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/6/12   Treetop Tales - Share tips, techniques, and writing. Harris Branch Library
2/8/12   Friends' Writing Group - Writers of all genre and experience levels can attend. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/8/12   Let's Talk...English! - This program offers an opportunity for women to practice English conversation. Harris Branch Library
2/8/12   Basic E-mail Computer Class - Patrons will learn how to set-up an e-mail account and basic use of e-mail. This class is intended for those with some Internet experience. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/9/12   Yak, Snack & Read Book Discussion Group - The group will be reading Wait Till Next Year: a Memoir by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Harris Branch Library
2/9/12   Great Books Reading and Discussion Group - All are welcome to attend and discuss A Woman of Fifty by W. Somerset Maugham and My Wife Is a White Russian by Rose Tremain. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/9/12   American Heritage Roundtable - Peter De Kever will discuss Elijah Powell and his family. His talk will focus on the Powell family in the Mishawaka area, the military career of Elijah Powell during the Civil War and his service as a barber in Mishawaka. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/11/12   Franklin, We Love You! - Everyone loves the Franklin series by Paulette Bourgeois. Listen to a Franklin story and make a paper turtle craft. Then enjoy a flannel board rendition of the story The Day it Rained Hearts by Felicia Bond. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/11/12   Romance! Romance! - All are welcome to enjoy the love songs performed by New Image, a barbershop quarter that blends their voices to make one beautiful sound. Harris Branch Library
2/11/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/13/12   Romantic Movie - You're invited to enjoy the 1954 story of three American girls looking for romance in Rome while employed at the American Embassy. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/13/12   Storytime Sampler - Enjoy a sampling of materials used in the preschool and toddler programs. Bittersweet Branch Library
2/13/12   Mother/Daughter Book Club - MIddle school and high school girls and their mothers will read the same book and discuss it with others. February book: So B. It by Sarah Weeks. Harris Branch Library
2/14/12   Yak, Snack, & Read Book Discussion Group - The group will be discussing The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers. Harris Branch Library
2/14/12   Craft of the Month Group - Need a cute Valentine's Day present? Make an adorable stuffed animal for your special valentine. Bittersweet Branch Library
2/15/12   Registration Begins Basic Word - Registration begins today for the Basic Word class on February 22 at 9:15 a.m. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/15/12   Let's Talk....English! - This program offers an opportunity for women to practice English conversation. Harris Branch Library
2/16/12   Mug 'n Muffin Book Discussion Group - February book: The Art of Racing in the Rainby Garth Stein. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/18/12   Michiana Civil War Re-enactors - All ages are invited to the 1860s for a presentation about life during the American Civil War. Members of the Michiana Civil War Re-enactors will portray soldiers and civilians, discuss everyday life and show equipment and guns used at the time. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/18/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/20/12   Treetop Tales - Share tips, techniques, and writing. Harris Branch Library
2/21/12   Cooperative Antique Study Group - Share antiques, questions, and stories. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/21/12   Mo Willems Party - Children in grades K-3 can party with the Pigeon and Mo's pals! Join other fans of Mo Willems and celebrate with a skit, games, and a craft based on the author's popular books.  Bittersweet Branch Library
2/22/12   Let's Talk...English! - This program offers an opportunity for women to practice English conversation. Harris Branch Library
2/22/12   Basic Word Computer Class - Patrons will learn how to create, save, and open documents and explore style options. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/23/12   Who Are You? A Genealogy Roundtable - Interested in genealogy? Share your story! Beginners and experienced researchers are welcome to chat about their family history and research. Bittersweet Branch Library
2/25/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library
2/27/12   Storytime Sampler - Enjoy a sampling of materials used in the preschool and toddler programs. Bittersweet Branch Library
2/29/12   Let's Talk...English! - This program offers an opportunity for women to practice English conversation. Harris Branch Library
3/3/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library
3/24/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library
3/28/12   Battle of the Books - Who's gong to win? Seventeen teams of 5th graders will battle it out in the Battle of the Books.  Penn High School
3/31/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library
4/14/12   Free Tax Assistance - Volunteers from Saint Mary's college and the University of Notre Dame will offer free tax assistance on a first-come, first served basis. Downtown Mishawaka Library

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