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This is a publication of the Friends of the Library.
MPHPL Summer Reading Program
Continues through Thursday, July 31.
All Locations
Children! Teens! Adults! It’s not too late to sign up
for the Summer Reading Program. It’s your chance to
win great prizes!
Find the Magic School Bus
Month of July
Mishawaka Library
Ask for an entry form, find The Magic School Bus,
and enter into a prize drawing.
Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Who’s Hiding This Month in the Library?
Month of July
Drawing on Friday, August 1
Bittersweet Branch
Ms. Frizzle, from The Magic School Bus series by
Joanna Cole, is hiding. Each week, see if you can
find her.
Details: 259-0392.
4th of July Rocket Craft
Tuesday, July 1
anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Children of all ages can make a patriotic rocket, while
supplies last.
Details: 259-0392.
Experiment Time
Month of July
Bittersweet Branch
It’s experiment time! Stop by during regular hours
and see if you can catch the librarians doing
experiments!
Details: 259-0392.
Guessing Challenge
Month of July
Bittersweet Branch
Guess how many leaves are in the jar. The child
whose guess is the closest to the actual number,
without going over, will win a prize.
Details: 259-0392.
Denotes a Children’s Services program.
Denotes a Friends of the Library program.
Monopoly® Game Tournament
Thursday, July 3 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Go directly to Jail. Land on Free Parking. The
possibilities are limitless during this tournament!
Details: 259-0392.
Teen Summer Writing Group
Thursdays, July 3 and August 7
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and
Saturdays, July 19 and August 16
2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
Learn how to edit and write in different literary
genres.
Ongoing registration. Details: 271-3179.
Independence Day
All MPHPL locations
will be closed on
Friday, July 4. Normal hours will
resume on Saturday, July 5.
MPHPL Calendar of Events Continued
Walk-In Crafts
Mondays, July 7 and 21
anytime between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
This program is for children aged 6 and up.
Get creative and have fun making crafts!
Details: 271-3179.
1st Mondays in the Garden
Monday, July 7 at 7:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
Topic: Container Gardening
by Dave and Carole Coffman, Master Gardeners.
Details: 271-3179.
Yak, Snack, & Read Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, July 8 at 10:00 a.m.
Harris Branch
Discuss: Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood.
Details: 271-3179.
Teen Art Spark: Tile Sharpie Mosaics
Tuesday, July 8 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
Teens can be creative when they make and take home
tile sharpie mosaics.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 218.
Friends’ Writing Group
Wednesday, July 9 at 9:30 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
Friends Room
Share tips, techniques, and writing.
Details: 259-5277, ext. 218.
Fizz, Boom, Play-Doh!
Thursday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children aged 2-8.
Create something unique! The library will supply the
play-doh, but participants can bring their own tools.
Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Owls Around Us from the St. Joseph County Parks
Thursday, July 10 at 2:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
All ages can learn about owls.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-0392.
Novel Ideas Book Discussion Group
Thursday, July 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
Discuss: The Paris Wife by Paula McLain.
Details: 271-3179.
Teen Make-It-And-Take-It
Saturday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
Decoupage a frame and add nuts, bolts, gears, and
other steampunk design elements.
Registration ongoing. Details: 271-3179.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
Monday, July 14 through Saturday, July 19
Bittersweet Branch
Children of all ages will use magnifying glasses and
tweezers to dig out bugs from the bug habitat.
Details: 259-0392.
Teen Wii U Open-Play
Tuesday, July 8 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Harris Branch 271-3179
Wednesday, July 9 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch 259-0392
Mondays, July 14 and 28 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
or 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library 259-5277, ext. 218
Pick your date, time, and location.
Space is limited. Ongoing registration.
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Teen Summer Movie Series
Thursday, July 10 at 4:00 p.m. Harris Branch
Friday, July 18 at 2:30 p.m. Mishawaka Library
Tuesday, July 22 at 2:00 p.m. Bittersweet Branch
Thursday, July 24 at 4:00 p.m. Harris Branch
Contact MPHPL for specific movie details:
271-3179; 259-5277, ext. 218; 259-0392
Knitting & Crocheting at the Library
Bittersweet Branch:
Thursday, July 10 & Tuesday, July 22
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library:
Saturdays, July 12 & 26 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
The Friends of the Library
Who are the Friends of the Library?
The Friends of the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library, a non-profit,
all volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the library, provides funds
for programs, services, and materials that would not otherwise be possible.
Become a new member or renew your membership! Besides contributing
to the library, you will receive a copy of this monthly newsletter in the mail.
Fill out the enclosed Friends’ application, print one from our website
(mphpl.org), or ask for an application at any MPHPL location.
Junior Renewing Membership: Cameron Connett
Reminder...
Friends’ Board Meeting
Wednesday, August 6
1:30 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
602 Bittersweet Road
Mishawaka
259-0392
Renewing Membership: Cynthia Blicher, Julie Dominiack, Jean Flowers, Gail E. Schmidt, Bonnie Stickley
A Letter from the President of the Friends...
Have you noticed the renovating occurring in the old computer lab at the Mishawaka Library? I am pleased to announce
that the Friends are giving $10,000 for the purchase of ten new, state-of-the-art computers. In appreciation of our
substantial donation, the library has chosen to name the lab after the Friends. In addition to offering patron and staff
training on computers, the lab will also be open to businesses for company training, which will provide a means of
revenue for the Friends. For those of you simply wanting to use a computer (no training necessary), there is a new
computer lab on the main level.
As we discussed this venture at our June board meeting, we were excited to have the funds to make such a valuable
investment. Always a concern is growing our membership so that we can continue to fund programs and projects as they
arise and fit within the perimeters of our bylaws. With that in mind, let me challenge you: if you are reading this article
and are not a member of the Friends, please consider joining us. If you are already a member of the Friends, you can
invite another person to become a member of the Friends. Think about it: if everyone invited one person, we could
double our membership.
One of our income streams is membership dues. Think of this: your dues have helped the Mishawaka Library update its
computer lab! Another source of income is our book sales. Now, you’re probably saying, “What book sales?” Each
location has shelves set aside for ongoing book sales. Last month was one of our biggest sales at $1600! Wow, all that
money and we didn’t need volunteers to move the books from one level to another; set up all those books and having
volunteer cashiers to handle the sales. The library staff graciously collects the money for all those purchases, on our
behalf. The Friends’ board of directors depends on you; please help us!
“When you read something you are stopped, the moment is stayed, you can sometimes be there more fully than you can in
your real life”
― Helen Humphreys, Coventry
Barbara Dodson
Barbara Dodson, President
Friends of the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library
The Friends of the Library
Membership Application
YES! I want to help the library by becoming a member
of the FRIENDS OF THE MISHAWAKA-PENN-HARRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY.
Please make checks payable to: Friends of the Library.
Application and fee can be dropped off at any MPHPL location or mailed to:
Friends of the Library, 209 Lincoln Way East, Mishawaka, IN 46544
NAME: ___________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
PHONE NUMBER:_________________________________________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________
Please register me as : __________ New
___________Renewal
__________ Gift Membership from ____________________
Circle membership level:
INDIVIDUAL:
One year: $7.00
Three years: $14.00
FAMILY:
One year: $10.00
Three years: $22.00
JUNIOR (Grades K-12): $1.00
LIFE MEMBERS:
$100.00
ADDITIONAL DONATION (Tax deductible):
$___________
I would like to volunteer at the library on a regular basis.
___________
I would like to help with special projects. __________
Date:______________________
Signature:____________________________________
MPHPL Calendar of Events Continued
Teen Mad Scientist Monday
Monday, July 14 at 4:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
Stop by for some crazy DIY science experiments.
Details: 271-3179.
Wonders of Weather
Tuesday, July 15 at 1:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
This program is for children entering grades 4-6.
Speaker: WNDU-TV’s Meteorologist Cindi Clawson
Ongoing registration. Details: 271-3179.
Cooperative Antique Study Group
Tuesday, July 15 at 1:30 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
Share antiques, questions, and stories.
Details: 259-5277, ext. 218.
Minds in Motion
Tuesday, July 15 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades K-3.
Have fun moving and exercising the brain.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Fizz, Boom, Quiz Bowl! Science Trivia
Wednesday, July 16 at 2:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
This program is for children entering grades 4-6.
Test your knowledge of science and inventions.
Ongoing registration. Details: 271-3179.
Mythbuster Jr. Science Club
Wednesdays, July 16 & 30 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades 4-6.
Try the Mythbusters at-home style of science!
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Feature Movie
Wednesday, July 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
Thursday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Harris Branch
Watch this movie about a silent screen actress who
wants to get back into movies. Free tickets required.
Details: 259-5277, ext. 218; 271-3179.
Fizz, Boom, Weather!
Thursday, July 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades 3-6.
Meteorologist Cindi Clawson covers thunderstorms.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Ronald McDonald Family Program
Thursday, July 17 at 2:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Free tickets available beginning Monday, June 30.
Details: 259-0392.
Junior Lego® Club
Thursday, July 17 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades K-2.
Lego® Club
Thursday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades 3-6.
Both clubs will create projects and show them off!
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Wii U Play
Friday, July 18 between 2:00 & 5:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades 2-6.
Sign up for one of the hours of gaming fun!
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Paws to Read
Saturday, July 19 at 10:00 a.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Children will read to a canine companion.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-0392.
The Walking Dead: Summer of the Governor
Saturday, July 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
Discuss: The Walking Dead: The Rise of the
Governor by Robert Kirkman and Jay Bonansinga.
Details: 271-3179.
Water Wonders
Monday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children aged 3-6.
Participate in water games and activities.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Diggin’ in the Dirt: Kids Garden Club
Tuesday, July 22 at 11:00 a.m.
Bittersweet Branch
This program is for children entering grades 1-6.
Topic: Container gardening
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-0392.
Sweet Science
Tuesday, July 22 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades K-3.
Find out how candy reacts under pressure and more!
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Science 2 Go Bus
Wednesday, July 23
1:00 p.m. - Children entering grades 1-2
2:00 p.m. - Children entering grades 3-4
3:00 p.m. - Children entering grades 5-6
Harris Branch
Children will perform lab experiments that
incorporate technology and other science tools.
Ongoing registration. Details: 271-3179.
Every Child Read to Read: Baby Special
Thursday, July 24 at 10:00 a.m.
Mishawaka Library
Join in the fun of stories, music, and fingerplays as
adults interact with their children aged 1-2.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Explore Science
Thursday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
This program is for children entering grades 1-4.
Theme: “A Day at the Beach”
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-0392.
Teen Steampunk Style Bookmarks
Thursday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
Create a vintage-flair bookmark with a mechanical
twist.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 218.
Teen Duct Tape Wallets
Thursday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
Make a duct tape wallet with colorful, patterned tape.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-0392.
Who Are You? A Genealogy Roundtable
Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
Join fellow researchers and share ideas and tips.
Details: 259-5277, ext. 215.
Batman’s 75th Birthday Bash
Saturday, July 26 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Harris Branch
Celebrate Batman’s birthday with the ultimate party!
Enjoy photos with Batman, Lego® Batman Wii U
(registration required), a Batman look-alike contest, a
movie, bat games, and door prizes.
Details: 271-3179.
Lego® Bingo
Saturday, July 26 at 3:45 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades 1-5.
It’s an afternoon of Lego® Bingo fun.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Reading Bubble
Monday, July 28, 10:00 to noon or 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Harris Branch
This program is for children
entering Preschool- grade 5.
Read in an inflatable reading bubble.
Details: 271-3179.
Comet Craft
Tuesday, July 29 at 2:00 p.m.
Bittersweet Branch
All ages are invited to learn about comets and make a
sparkly comet to take home.
Details: 259-0392.
Teen Egg-splosive Science
Wednesday, July 30 at 3:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
Teens can participate in an egg drop contest and
attempt other explosive experiments.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 218.
Newbery Trivia
Thursday, July 31 at 6:30 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
This program is for children entering grades 4-6.
Test your Newbery skills during a special trivia night.
Ongoing registration. Details: 259-5277, ext. 242.
Miscellaneous Happenings at MPHPL
Computer Classes:
Space is limited for all classes
and registration is required.
Call 259-5277, ext. 220.
Walk-ins will receive seats not
claimed 10 minutes after start time.
Beginning Computing
Friday, July 11 from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m.
Mishawaka Library Training Lab
Registration begins Thursday, July 3.
This class is designed for patrons who have
never used a computer and would like the very basics.
Topics: How to use the mouse and keyboard.
Advanced Facebook
Thursday, July 17 from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m.
Mishawaka Library Training Lab
Registration begins Thursday, July 10.
Patrons will learn about groups, how to upload and
tag pictures, and privacy concerns.
Basic Email
Bittersweet Branch Displays
Lobby Cases:
Summer Reading Programs
Flat Cases:
Monopoly® collectibles courtesy of MPHPL
and MPHPL patrons
Harris Branch Displays
Display Case #1:
75th Anniversary of Batman
courtesy of Rick Hoover
Display Case #2:
Summer Reading Programs
Mishawaka Library Displays
Outside Heritage Center:
Uncle Sam collection by Maryann DeKever
Lower Level Display Case:
Children’s Summer Reading Program Grand Prizes
Friday, July 25 from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m.
Mishawaka Library Training Lab
Registration begins Friday, July 18.
Patrons will learn to create a new email account, as
well as address basic functions such as sending an
email, setting up contacts, and attachments.
Thank you for your donations to MPHPL:
July Sharing Boxes
Relax with your E-reader
Bittersweet Branch
Book: Arlo Needs Glasses by Barney Saltzberg
Craft: Create your own fun glasses.
Chick-fil-A®, Culver’s, Dairy Queen,
Fun Center Putt-Putt, Graphics Group, Let’s Spoon,
Lions Club of Mishawaka, McDonalds,
Penn Station East Coast Subs, Sonic, Wendy’s
Harris Branch
Thursday, July 3 between 7:00 & 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 26 between 10:00 & 11:00 a.m.
E-reader E-xtravaganza!
Harris Branch
Mishawaka Library
Saturday, July 12 between 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 17 between 5:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Mishawaka Library
On an individual basis, staff will explain how to get
e-books and e-audiobooks on your device,
help find a specific title, and more.
Book: Meet Our Flag, Old Glory by April Jones Prince.
Craft: Make your own star wreath.
No Sharing Box in July. Ask for our
I Spy bottle instead and look for the objects in it.
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Mishawaka, IN 46544
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Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Bittersweet Branch
602 Bittersweet Road
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 259-0392
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Harris Branch
51446 Elm Road
Granger, IN 46530
(574) 271-3179
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED