2025 MPHPL New Hours
Beginning in 2025, the Mishawaka Penn-Harris Public Library will have new operating hours at all three library locations. The new hours will take effect on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Harris Branch Youth Courtyard Now Open
The Harris Branch Youth Courtyard is now open! Families with children can access the courtyard from inside the Children’s area. The secure outdoor 4,000-square-foot fenced-in area features free Wi-Fi, benches and picnic tables. Families are welcome to bring a blanket, pack a picnic and make the most of this beautiful area during our Harris Branch operating hours.
The Smartest Card in Your Wallet
A free MPHPL library card is the smartest card in your wallet. The value of a library card extends far beyond checking out books; it also offers opportunities for at-home learning and adventures at local attractions. If you do not already have a MPHPL card, we invite you to apply for one today.
Kanopy Is Now Available for MPHPL Cardholders
Kanopy, a digital app with thousands of quality movies, documentary films and TV series, is now available for free with your MPHPL card. Explore the diverse video collection available to cardholders on your computer, smart TV, smartphone or tablet.
20th Annual River Bend Quilt Show at Mishawaka Library August 15-17
The River Bend Quilt Guild will be hosting their 20th annual Quilt Show at the downtown Mishawaka Library over a three-day period starting Thursday, August 15. The public is invited to attend free of charge during the following days and hours: Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MPHPL Receives $5,000 Grant to Host Creative Programming for Older Adults
The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library is proud to announce that it is receiving a $5,000 grant to host creative aging programming for older adults. “We are thrilled to use this grant to host two, five-week Colorful Creations art series for adults in the Michiana community,” said MPHPL Community Engagement Coordinator Stephanie Maggart.
Storytime with Professional Basketball Player Devin Cannady
The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library, in partnership with the City of Mishawaka’s Park and Recreation Department, is excited to announce that Mishawaka native Devin Cannady, a professional basketball player and first-time author, will be at the downtown Mishawaka Library on Friday, Aug. 2, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for a special storytime.
Visit the Library from the Comfort of Your Own Phone
Get the power of Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library anytime, anywhere, by downloading our MPHPL app today. The MPHPL app allows you to access everything the library has to offer from home or while you’re on the go.
MPHPL Discovery Passes
Families and individuals who want to visit a local attraction can do so for free by reserving a Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library Discovery Pass. Current MPHPL pass options can be checked out up to two weeks in advance.
Downtown MPHPL Third St. Entrance/Exit Reopens
The downtown Mishawaka Library’s Third Street parking lot entrance/exit is temporarily close due to a city sewer project. Motorists can enter the MPHPL parking lot from Lincolnway and exit via Race Street. The sewer project is expected to be complete this fall.