ABCmouse Available to Cardholders
Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library cardholders can access the award-winning ABCmouse.com® Early Learning Academy free by having a MPHPL library card! Designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success, ABCmouse is 100% educational and features more than 10,000 learning activities across all major subject areas: reading, math, science, social studies, art and music. More than 2,000 activities are offered in Spanish.
IN TBBL Provides Free Library Services for Those Qualified
The Indiana Talking Book and Braille Library provides free library service to residents of Indiana who cannot use standard printed materials due to a visual, physical or reading disability.
Curbside Pick Up Available at All MPHPL Locations
No need to leave your vehicle – reserve items online, through the MPHPL app, or call ahead for staff to assist you.
MPHPL Awarded ARPA Grant
The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library has received an American Rescue Plan Act ARPA grant for $26,050 to purchase eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Cardholders Have Free Access to Consumer Reports Database
Not only does Consumer Reports provide unbiased ratings and reviews for 8500+ products and services, their team of reporters write articles that include trusted advice and in-depth reporting on subjects that matters most to you and your family.
Digital hoopla is Available FREE to Cardholders
Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library offers cardholders the ability to access thousands of movies, television programs, comics and graphic novels through the hoopla digital app for free. With hoopla and a valid MPHPL library card, patrons can borrow or download dynamic content via hoopla’s mobile app or www.hoopladigital.com.
INSPIRE Offers Free Online Library Access for Indiana Residents
INSPIRE is an online lifelong learning library for all Indiana residents that can be accessed by visiting inspire.in.gov. The Indiana State Library provides INSPIRE at no cost to all Indiana residents.
MPHPL Changes for St. Joe County Public Library Reciprocal Borrowers
In January 2022, St. Joe County Public Library (SJCPL) established an annual charge of $50 to our Mishawaka patrons. In response, on January 20, 2022, the Board of Trustees of the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library moved to reciprocate St. Joe County Public Library’s decision to introduce a $50 fee to MPHPL patrons.
VITA 2022 Services Available at Mishawaka Library
Individuals and families with an annual household income of $64,000 or less can file for free through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, sponsored by Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc.
Beloved Rabbit is Back on Display at Mishawaka Library
When renovations finished in 2018, MPHPL Director Donna Meeks recalls that Roland Morin, a longtime serving board member, insisted that the bunny statue return and be part of the new children’s area. “It was important to him that the tradition be continued and we were more than happy to honor his wishes,” said Meeks.