MPHPL logo 'May Newsletter'
'Important Notices'
MPHPL Will Be Closed Friday, May 16
‘Closed for Staff Training’
All Mishawaka–Penn-Harris Public Library locations will be closed
Friday, May 16, for staff training.
  • MPHPL online resources are available 24/7 to explore free of charge for library cardholders.
  • Learn how to apply for a free MPHPL card by visiting this MPHPL webpage.
MPHPL Will Be Closed Monday, May 26
‘Memorial Day’
All MPHPL library locations will be closed Monday, May 26,
in observance of Memorial Day.
  • More than 20 digital resources are available to MPHPL cardholders.
  • MPHPL apps are always open 24/7 to explore free of charge.
'Coming Soon'
Get Ready for the 2025 MPHPL Summer Reading Challenge
‘Summer Reading Challenge Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library’
The challenge card will be revealed Monday, May 19!
  • This year's challenge runs from Monday, June 2, through Monday, August 4.
  • All ages can take part.
  • The challenge card will be available at any service desk or online beginning Monday, May 19, at 9 a.m.
  • Everyone who completes and returns the challenge card by August 5 receives a new book!
'Read More'
'Free Online Resource'
MPHPL Cardholders Have Free Access to Gale LegalForms
A person holding a piece of paper at a table. Image text. ’Gale LegalForms Tackle Simple Legal Tasks’
 Access Indiana-specific legal documents online - free with your MPHPL card.
  • Selling a house? Making a will? Signing a lease? Gale LegalForms, an online legal resource, is free with your MPHPL card.
  • Most documents are customizable in various formats.
  • Forms Include wills, real estate contracts, premarital agreements, bankruptcy, divorce, rental and much more.
'Get Started'
'Services Spotlight'
Explore Michiana Attractions FREE with a MPHPL Discovery Pass
‘Discovery Passes’
Your MPHPL card allows you to discover more when you reserve a Discovery Pass!
  • Your family can explore some of Michiana’s most popular family-friendly attractions at no cost when you reserve a Discovery Pass.
  • Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis for Potawatomi Zoo, Wellfield Botanic Gardens, The History Museum and the Mishawaka Historical Museum.  
  • Use your MPHPL card today to reserve your Discovery Pass!
'Learn More'
'MPHPL in the Community'
Kids to Parks Day (KTP) Is Saturday, May 17
Five kids jumping into the air excited. ‘Kids to Parks Day’
MPHPL will be participating in Mishawaka Parks and Recreation’s
Kids to Parks Day celebration at Hillis Hans Park!
  • KTP is a national day of outdoor play that encourages discovery and exploration.
  • We will have a table set up at the park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Stop by to pick up the latest MPHPL program guide, participate in a game and win a prize!
  • This community event offers free fun for the whole family.
  • We can’t wait to see you at Hillis Hans Park Saturday, May 17!
Visit Our MPHPL Table at the One Day in the Sun Event
School City of Mishawaka Education Foundation Logo, Mishawaka Parks and Recreation logo and School City of Mishawaka logo. ‘Fifth annual One Day in the Sun Take a Mental Health Day.’
MPHPL is a proud sponsor of School City of Mishawaka's fifth annual 
mental health event at Central Park - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 31.
  • Taking a mental health day is important for everyone!
  • Join dozens of community organizations for a fun, stress-free time for the whole family.
  • Stop by our table for information about our upcoming programs and Summer Reading Challenge; play games to win a prize!
  • A free picnic lunch will be provided for the first 450 guests.
  • For more information, visit the School City of Mishawaka's One Day in the Sun event webpage. 
'Program Guide'
Registration Is Open for MPHPL May Programs
The front cover of the April and May 2025 program guide. ‘Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library mphpl.org. Program Guide for Children, Teens and Adults’
 
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           Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library
              209 Lincolnway East
              Mishawaka, Indiana 46544
              (574) 259-5277
              www.mphpl.org