June 10 – August 3, 2019

Blast off to a universe of stories with the Summer Reading Program! This all-ages program is a great way to earn prizes just for reading.

It’s easy! Just read whatever you want, and then stop by the Youth Services desk to record the number of hours you spent reading. Watch as the hours build and your chances to win prizes increase. The last day to record your reading hours and pick up prizes is Saturday, August 3, 2019.

There are special family events on Thursday mornings at 10:00 AM beginning June 20.

FamilySearch is the largest collection of genealogical and historical records in the world, including records for billions of names. Michigan City Public Library is now a FamilySearch affiliate library, which allows users to access additional FamilySearch content from within the library building. To access FamilySearch within the library, please click on the FamilySearch icon on any of our Internet computers, or ask at the Reference Desk for assistance. FamilySearch is a service provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Try FamilySearch now!

Michigan City Video Fest is an annual showcase of independent films and videos, including short videos by local filmmakers, videos about the region, and videos by invited professional videomakers. You’ll get a glimpse of Michigan City you hadn’t expected. The Fifth Annual MC Video Fest will be held the first weekend of October.

Film/video makers are invited to submit their work for the MC Video Fest now. Submissions will be accepted until September 17. Go to http://mcvideofest.com to read the complete rules and submit your work.

We’re hiring! The following positions are available:

Building & Grounds Maintenance
Full-time (40-hour week), permanent position with benefits. Apply at Circulation Desk, 100 E. 4th St., Michigan City, IN 46360

Circulation Clerk
Part-time (20 hours/week) position available. Duties include but are not limited to: checking materials in and out, maintaining patron database, and acting as initial customer contact point. Must be available to work any hours the library is open, including evenings and weekends. Ability to lift 15 pounds or more and be on your feet for a majority of the work time.

Apply at Circulation Desk, 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360

Find links to local employers and job search websites, get help with your resume, file for unemployment, and develop work skills.

The Learning Center offers free tutoring for children and adults in reading, math, basic skills, GED preparation, the English language, and college support.

Discover peer-reviewed journal articles, educational sites for kids, legal resources, study guides, and more.

Michigan City Public Library is here to help teachers! We coordinate with you to bring library services and materials to your students. Get access to eBooks and eAudiobooks, library tours, STEAM programs, databases, and more.

Index of obituaries that appeared in the Michigan City News Dispatch and earlier Michigan City newspapers. Covers 1887-present.

Learn about the history of Michigan City and find local history resources, including images, books, audio recordings, and more.

JSTOR is now available through the library! JSTOR is a digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources. Find resources in Area Studies (African American, Irish, Latin American,etc.), Arts, Business & Economics, History, Humanities, Medicine & Health, Science & Mathematics, and Social Sciences. Only available within the library or through off-site browser pairing. Want off-site access to JSTOR? First, visit the library and go to JSTOR on your device (laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.). You’ll have access to JSTOR outside of the library for the next 30 days using the same device and browser.