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National Library Week

Accessible library services for all ages at Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library.

Whether you are a regular visitor or new to the library, now is a great time to explore what MPHPL offers. Discover the history of National Library Week, how our staff is celebrating and how you can show appreciation for our library workers!

Learn about the Holocaust through Students’ Artwork and Creative Writing

Portraits of diverse community members promoting awareness, learning, and remembrance.

MPHPL is proud to partner with The Kurt and Tessye Simon Fund for Holocaust Remembrance to host The People Next Door: Witnessing the Holocaust, a student art and creative writing contest. An Exhibition Opening and Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 5 to 6:45 p.m. at the downtown Mishawaka Library.

All MPHPL Locations Are National Safe Place Stations

Bright yellow "Safe Place" sign on a cityscape background, emphasizing community safety.

The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library is proud that all of our library locations are Youth Service Bureau (YSB) of St. Joseph County Safe Stations! Currently there are 22,097 Safe Place Stations across the country.