Exterior of the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library Bitter-Sweet Branch, a single-story brick building with a teal roof and a parking lot in the foreground.

November 2, 2026

The Bittersweet Branch is now open following the completion of HVAC and LED lighting upgrades. 

Normal business hours and library services have resumed. Patrons are once again able to browse the collection, use public computers, attend programs and access other library services at the Bittersweet Branch. 

“Staff are anxious to return as well. They have really missed their patrons. This project took a little longer than anticipated, but we’re going forward with proper heating and air and energy-efficient lightning. We appreciate everyone’s patience,” said Executive Director Donna Meeks. 

For hours of operation, visit our Locations & Hours webpage. 

We look forward to serving you at the Bittersweet Branch. 

Bittersweet Branch Reopens Nov. 2

October 21, 2026

The Bittersweet Branch will reopen on Monday, Nov. 2, following the completion of HVAC and LED lighting upgrades.

We appreciate your patience and support while necessary improvements were completed.

For hours of operation, visit our Locations & Hours webpage.

We look forward to welcoming you back to our Bittersweet Branch!

The Bittersweet Branch is Temporarily Closed

Yellow-tinted image of a building with two flagpoles, overlaid by black-and-yellow caution stripes and large text reading 'Bittersweet Branch Construction.'

June 22, 2026

The Bittersweet Branch is temporarily closed while HVAC and LED lighting upgrades are completed. Work is expected to be completed by mid-fall.

Book-drop access for returning materials will remain open during the closure. You can continue to access library services by visiting mphpl.org or one of our other library locations.

Mishawaka Library
209 Lincolnway East 
Mishawaka, IN 46544

Harris Branch
51446 Elm Road
Granger, IN 46530

For hours of operation, visit our Locations & Hours webpage.

We will continue to update this article as construction progresses.

The Bittersweet Branch Will Soon Close

Yellow-tinted image of a building with two flagpoles, overlaid by black-and-yellow caution stripes and large text reading 'Bittersweet Branch Construction.'

May 26, 2026

The Bittersweet Branch is about to undergo mechanical upgrades. HVAC and LED lighting upgrades are slated to begin on (or around) Monday, June 22. 

Book-drop access for returning materials will remain open during the closure. You can continue to access library services by visiting mphpl.org or one of our other library locations. 

Mishawaka Library 
209 Lincolnway East 
Mishawaka, IN 46544 

Harris Branch 
51446 Elm Road 
Granger, IN 46530 

For hours of operation, visit our Locations & Hours webpage.  

We will continue to update this article as construction progresses.

Simplified Summary

The Bittersweet Branch is temporarily closed while HVAC and lighting upgrades are completed. The outside book return will remain open during construction. During the closure, patrons can use online library services and visit the Mishawaka Library and Harris Branch. Updates on the project will be shared in this article.