MPHPL Newsletter
March 2022
$26,000+ Worth of eBooks and eAudiobooks Added to MPHPL Digital Library
The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library has received a $26,050 American Rescue Plan Act ARPA grant to purchase eBooks and eAudiobooks.
  • MPHPL is now better equipped to meet the increased demand for digital materials.
  • Wait times for popular digital titles are reduced thanks to additional copies available. 
  • This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act, administered by the Indiana State Library.   
  • For more information about this honor, please visit our short MPHPL web article.

 
 
MPHPL Will be Closing at 1 p.m.
Friday, March 4
  • Friday March 4, the Mishawaka Library and the Harris Branch will close at 1 p.m. for MPHPL staff development.
  • The Bittersweet Branch is closed all day on Friday, as usual.
  • Digital resources are available 24/7 to all MPHPL cardholders. To get started now, visit our MPHPL digital app page.

MPHPL Will Soon Be Part of the Indiana Digital Library

On Tuesday, March 1, MPHPL will be merging with a large consortium of libraries called Indiana Digital Library, giving patrons access to a collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks from almost 200 libraries across the state.
  • This means you will soon have a much larger collection of digital titles to choose from, and with a team of librarians actively monitoring holds, you should not have to wait as long to get the materials you want to enjoy. 
Important to Note: 
  • On or after March 1, you will need to log in to your app again, using the same username and password you currently use. 
  • Items you currently have checked out and your hold list will still be there when you log back in. 
  • Your reading history and tags will not be there. If you want to keep your reading history, you can download it.
Exporting Reading History Directions: 
  • Libby
  • OverDrive
We expect the merger to go smoothly, but if you have any issues, please call us at (574) 259-5277. 
Indiana Talking Book & Braille Library Provides Free Library Services
for Those Who Qualify
 
Braille books, digital audiobooks, large print books, audio magazines, and a special playback device are available for Indiana residents to borrow who cannot use standard printed materials due to a visual or physical disability.
  • The Talking Book and Braille Library has been an important part of the Indiana State Library since 1934 when it became part of the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) program. 
  • Any resident who cannot read or use traditional print materials due to temporary or permanent visual or physical limitations may apply for service.
  • Patrons are loaned and mailed free of charge, playback equipment and reading materials for use with talking books and magazines.
  • If you or someone you know is interested in receiving more information about the TBBL program, call MPHPL at (574) 259-5277 ext. 1303. 
  • Visit our short MPHPL article for more information about TBBL and other services available. 
More Than 13,000 Comics and Graphic Novels Free
for MPHPL Cardholders to Explore
Superheroes, kid favorites, pop culture, action, literary adaptations and memoirs, hoopla comics have something to offer everyone, at any reading level!
  • Comic books and graphic novels have become increasingly popular with children, teens and adult readers. The format uses sequential art to tell a story and can be fiction, nonfiction, history, fantasy or anything in between. 
  • Critically acclaimed comics and graphic novels are available for 21 days. 
  • TV shows and movies are available for 72 hours after you borrow.  
  • Borrow up to 10 titles per month.
  • All content is advertisement and commercial free. 
  • Hoopla is available via computer, smartphone, tablet or TV. 
  • To get started using hoopla, visit our short MPHPL article.  

MPHPL Community Book Boxes Open Yearlong 
No matter the weather, Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library  
Community Book Boxes are always open! 
  • Winter weather has not slowed foot traffic much to our MPHPL Community Book Boxes. 
  • Community Engagement Librarian Carolyn Wirtz-Poelstra, seen in the photo above, restocks the boxes with more reading materials when supply is running low.  
  • Anyone can open the door to access a variety of free reading materials for all ages 24/7. 
  • Readers are welcome to take home a book or a magazine and then return it so others can do the same.
  • Book boxes allow others to donate some of their favorite books as well.
  • Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library Community Book Boxes are located at Hillis Hans Park, Twin Branch Park and Merrifield Park.
  • Learn more about MPHPL Book Boxes.  
Registration is Open for March MPHPL Programs
 Due to the unpredictability of Covid, programs may be canceled or moved to a virtual format.
Please check mphpl.org for the most up-to-date information regarding events. 
 
Back By Popular Demand... 
Kevin Wilson of Abracadabra Magic will hold two shows at
the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library Thursday, April 7!
  • The first show from 10:30-11:15 a.m. will be in the Zimmerman Room of the Bittersweet Branch.
  • The second show at 1-1:45 p.m. will be in the Youth Activity Room of the Mishawaka Library.
  • Children will get to meet Kevin's special helper, Oreo the rabbit.
  • Tickets are free, required and will be available at both the Bittersweet Branch and the Mishawaka Youth Services desks beginning Monday, March 21.
  • Due to the popularity of this show, the last 50 tickets of each show will be held for MPHPL cardholders.
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           Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library
              209 Lincolnway East
              Mishawaka, Indiana 46544
              574-259-5277
              www.mphpl.org