Jennifer Ludwig Archives - Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library

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MPHPL 2025 Summer Reading Challenge Details

The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library (MPHPL) is excited to announce the launch of the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge. This year’s challenge will run from Monday, June 2, to Monday, August 4. Challenge cards are available at any MPHPL location or can be downloaded right here online.

‘Join the St. Joseph County Radon-Free Homes Initiative’

Free Radon Kits Available at MPHPL for St. Joseph County Residents

MPHPL has partnered with the St. Joseph County Department of Health to help spread the word about their important Radon-Free Homes Initiative. Residents can visit any MPHPL location during operating hours to pick up a free radon test kit at the front desk, courtesy of the St. Joseph County Department of Health.

The Harris Branch Youth Courtyard, which borders the Harris Branch Youth Services area, features benches, picnic tables and a freshly manicured landscape.

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.

MPHPL Receives $500 Donation to Purchase Youth Books

The downtown Mishawaka Library has a new collection of books about sustainability for children thanks to three University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business students. The trio donated $500 to purchase 41 books in various fiction and non-fiction titles to fit the scope of climate change-related topics for learners in grades six and under.

Cardholders Have Free Access AtoZ World Food

MPHPL is pleased to announce that library card holders can use the AtoZ World Food digital online database free of charge inside or outside the library.

MPHPL Promotes Jennifer Ludwig to Director of Patron Services

The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library is pleased to announce veteran employee Jennifer Ludwig has been promoted to Director of Patron Services.