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‘Tis the Season
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We will close on the following days:
  • Closing at 12:30 p.m. - Wednesday, December 10 - Staff In-Service
  • Closed - Wednesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
  • Closed - Thursday, December 25 - Christmas Day
  • Closed - Wednesday, December 31 - New Year's Eve
  • Closed - Thursday, January 1 - New Year's Day 
MPHPL online resources and digital apps are open 24/7.
 
Happy holidays from your MPHPL family!
"Reminder"
GivingTuesday Is Tuesday, December 2
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Your donation helps support literacy at MPHPL.
  • GivingTuesday provides a chance for people worldwide to harness their generosity to benefit their community.
  • Your donation funds family programs, outreach services and prize books for reading challenge participants.
  • Donations can be made in person at any MPHPL location or online via PayPal, debit or credit card.
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  • Value Line provides daily market updates covering thousands of stocks across hundreds of industries.
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Coming Soon
Mark Your Calendar for the 2026 Winter Reading Challenge
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The Winter Reading Challenge will take place from January 2 to March 2. 
  • Challenge cards will be available online and at MPHPL starting Monday, December 15.
  • Being part of the challenge is fun for all ages, and everyone is welcome to participate!
  • You can earn prizes along the way, and when you submit your completed card, you'll receive a new book.
  • All the details will be revealed soon on our reading challenge webpage!
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Celebrate the Season at Winter Wonderfest 
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You’re invited to Winter Wonderfest at the Harris Branch on
Tuesday, December 16, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Create festive crafts, play games, smile for a family photo and enjoy a holiday performance by the South Bend Civic Theatre.
  • Warm up with complimentary hot cocoa, courtesy of Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck.
  • Event photos will be shared on our Facebook page after the celebration.
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Registration Is Open for December and January Programs
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           Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library
              209 Lincolnway East
              Mishawaka, Indiana 46544
              (574) 259-5277
              www.mphpl.org