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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
 
6/1/13   Children's Summer Reading Program - Children of all ages will Dig Into Reading this summer as they record time spent reading or listening to library materials to earn prizes. Special programs are scheduled throughout the summer. All Branches
6/1/13   Young Adult Summer Reading Program - The Summer Reading Program is here! Teens can pick-up their reading sheet at the Reference Services desk and start reading for the chance to win prizes. All Branches
6/1/13   Adult Summer Reading Program - The Summer Reading Program is here! Adults can click on this link for a reading sheet or pick-up one from the Reference Services desk. Start reading for the chance to win prizes. All Branches
6/3/13   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
6/3/13   Dig Into a Treasure Counting Contest - How many gold coins are in the jar? The guess closest to the actual count without going over will win a special prize. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/3/13   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
6/3/13   Hidden Gem - Check out a specially wrapped book based on the given clues. You won't know what book you've chosen until you unwrap it at home. You might find a gem of an author you really enjoy! Harris Branch Library
6/12/13   Registration Begins Basic Word Computer Class - Registration begins today for the Basic Word class on Wednesday, June 19Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/18/13   Diggin in the Dirt Kids Garden Club - Children entering grades 1-6 will have fun learning about small fruits like strawberries and blueberries. Bittersweet Branch Library
6/18/13   Cooperative Antique Study Group - The meeting is open to all antique lovers. You're invited to bring up to two items to share with the group. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/18/13   Looking Within for Your Dream - Discover how to unearth your dreams and aspirations. Sironaj Hindawi, MA, of Harmony Counseling, will teach you how to motivate yourself to make immediate life-changing actions. Harris Branch Library
6/19/13   Classic Movie - Bring the family and enjoy a 2008 movie based on a Jules Verne classic. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/19/13   Dig Into a Dinosaur IQ Challenge Jr. - Children entering grades 2-3 can test their knowledge of dinosaur facts. Harris Branch Library
6/19/13   Basic Word 2010 Computer Class - Patrons will learn how to create, save, and open documents and explore style options. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/19/13   Dig Into a Walk-In Craft - Join us to make a fun little critter that likes to dig in the ground. Bittersweet Branch Library
6/19/13   Dig Into Wheels - Children aged 3-7 are invited to roll on in and smash into trash with movies, a craft, and a story. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/20/13   Dig Into the Kids Garden Club at Harris - Children entering grades 2-6 and their families will beautify the library grounds and learn techniques for home gardens. Harris Branch Library
6/20/13   Every Child Ready to Read Baby Special - Adults and children aged 0 to two are invited to a program from Every Child Ready to Read. Join us in talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/24/13   Dig Into Walk-In Crafts - Enjoy a selection of crafts. Harris Branch Library
6/24/13   Dig Into Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, and activities for all ages. Bittersweet Branch Library
6/25/13   Quarterly Craft Group - Make an ID/library card case out of duct tape, while supplies last. Bittersweet Branch Library
6/25/13   Knitting & Crocheting Group - Whether you're a beginner (instruction is available) or experienced, bring a project to knit or crochet. Bittersweet Branch Library
6/26/13   It's Book Time with Ronald McDonald - Families are invited to join the fun with America's beloved clown, Ronald McDonald. Bittersweet Branch Library
6/26/13   Dig Into Rocks - Have you ever found a rock and wondered if it was a meterorite? Find out all there is to know about amazing things from space as Joshua Tree Earth and Space Museum gives a special presentation. Downtown Mishawaka Library
6/26/13   Dig Into a Dinosaur IQ Challenge - Children entering grades 4-6 can test their knowledge of dinosaur facts. Harris Branch Library
6/27/13   Dig Into the Kids Garden Club at Harris - Children entering grades 2-6 and their families will beautify the library grounds and learn techniques for home gardens. Harris Branch Library
6/27/13   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
6/28/13   Friday Family Film - Families are invited to watch a movie based on the classic book How to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell. Downtown Mishawaka Library
7/2/13   Patriotic Day Walk-In Craft - Children are invited to make a patriotic craft to celebrate Independence Day. Downtown Mishawaka Library
7/3/13   Patriotic Day Walk-In Craft - Children are invited to make a patriotic craft to celebrate Independence Day. Downtown Mishawaka Library
7/3/13   Movie Day - When a small-time magician is blown away from dusty Kansas to the land of Oz, he believes he has hit the jackpot until he meets three witches.  Harris Branch Library
7/4/13   Independence Day Closing - All MPHPL locations will be closed today to celebrate Independence Day. Have a happy and safe 4th of July. All Branches
7/5/13   Fantasy Adventure Film - Don't miss the first of a three-part movie adaptation of the novel The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Free tickets required. Bittersweet Branch Library
7/8/13   Dig Into Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, and activities for all ages. Bittersweet Branch Library
7/9/13   Yak, Snack, & Read Book Discussion Group - The group will be discussing Notes from a Small Island by Bill Bryson. Harris Branch Library
7/10/13   Friends' Writing Group - Writers of all genre and experience levels can attend. Share tips, techniques, and writing. Downtown Mishawaka Library
7/11/13   It's Book Time with Ronald McDonald - Families are invited to join the fun with America's beloved clown, Ronald McDonald. Downtown Mishawaka Library
7/11/13   Yak, Snack, & Read Book Discussion Group - The group will be reading The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom. Harris Branch Library
7/13/13   Paws to Read - Read to a canine companion. Children will be paired with Lady, a Grand Pyrenees, and her handler. Bittersweet Branch Library
7/16/13   Reading Bubble - Have fun reading in an inflatable bubble! Harris Branch Library
7/20/13   Family Adventure Film - Don't miss the first of a three-part movie adaptation of the novel The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Free tickets are required. Downtown Mishawaka Library
7/22/13   Dig Into Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, and activities for all ages. Bittersweet Branch Library

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