See what South Bend knows

Here is some learning that we’re really focused on right now.

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Jennifer Pflugner

Discovering fun and worthwhile things to do with your family in South Bend

As both a teacher and I mom, I know there is a tendency for people to overlook many of the wonderful activities that are always taking place around South Bend. These resources will help you tap into a wealth of entertaining and enriching opportunities right here in the community.
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LeRoy King

Understanding structural discrimination

The first step to building more diverse and inclusive spaces is recognizing the systemic barriers in our society that get in the way. I’ve been helping communities and organizations see them—and learn to dismantle them—for more than 15 years.
Collection by
Laquisha Jackson

How to start a small business in the food industry

After 19 years in the hospitality industry, I wanted to switch lanes and start my own venture in the food industry. Actually, I wound up starting two—one for-profit and one nonprofit. I hope these resources can help guide you in taking the first steps to start your own food-related enterprise.
How to start making films on a budget
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Chuck Fry

How to start making films on a budget

I spent some time in California, but then I came back to South Bend to make films—and you can learn to make them, too.
Collection by
Olivia Critchlow

How to become a better leader

In my job at Leadership SBM, I help to cultivate civic leaders across the area. What I’ve learned in this role is that leadership is not about power or the size of your paycheck. It is about being authentic and taking action. Anyone can become a leader—and these resources, which I’ve used in my own life, will help to show you how.
How to build your own gaming PC
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Fenil Patel

How to build your own gaming PC

After falling in love with personal computers, I built my first one in 2013. Now, working on PCs is my career. With this resource list, you can learn to build your own PC.
How to start your houseplant collection
Collection by
Sarah Richards

How to start your houseplant collection

I thought my friend’s plants were wonderful, and so I started to grow my own.
How to get your security deposit back from your landlord
Collection by
James Brogdon

How to get your security deposit back from your landlord

As a longtime landlord here in South Bend, I can help you learn your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
Creating a beautiful environment for young children to learn and grow
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Emily Rupchock

Creating a beautiful environment for young children to learn and grow

I’ve spent my career thinking about how to provide children with spaces that are both practical and inspiring.

Live & Learn

Live & Learn

Goodwill Industries of Michiana offers a wide range of programs with a single aim: helping people “live their most abundant lives,” in the words of Arden Floran, the nonprofit’s vice president of workforce development services. Of course, nurturing abundant lives takes abundant resources. And so Goodwill is integrating courses on Bendable into its Group Violence Intervention initiative, Nurse-Family Partnership, Excel Center high school for adults and more. Soon, it will also tap the lifelong learning system to train its own employees. Whatever its use, said Arden, “Bendable has been great for us.”

Learning for work

Here are some learning resources to help you grow your career. You’ll find more in the “Explore” tab.

Become a materials handler
Career Collection
Manufacturing

Become a materials handler

Backed by
Ridge Napa Auto Parts

Become a medical coder
Career Collection
Healthcare

Become a medical coder

Backed by
Beacon Health System

Become a sales representative
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Sales and Service

Become a sales representative

Backed by
South Bend-Elkhart Regional Partnership

Aprende algo nuevo

Te mostraremos algunas formas excelentes para aprender en español . Encontrarás más cursos en español en la sección “Explorar.”

Resilience in the face of crisis

Here are some learning resources to help you navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. You'll find more in the “Explore” tab.

Finding new work during COVID-19
Collection by
Tom Primrose

Finding new work during COVID-19

I know how challenging and dispiriting it can be if you’re unemployed. But as someone who has spent decades helping those who are out of work land a new job, I also know that there are many excellent resources to assist you in finding employment. Here are some that are particularly effective.
How to safely operate your business during COVID-19
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Milt Lee

How to safely operate your business during COVID-19

As someone who has spent nearly two decades in health-regulated industries, I know how critical it is to exceed customer expectations when it comes to public safety—especially amid COVID-19.
Getting back on your feet after hard times
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Komonique Thomas

Getting back on your feet after hard times

I truly believe that while some individuals have had a difficult past, with empathy, support and investment they can have a brighter future. I have spent my career providing services to overlooked and underserved members of our community, and I hope that learning about these resources can benefit you, as well.

Spotlight on: Learning for fun

Here are some great ways to learn about this featured topic.

Discovering a love of Mexican cooking
Collection by
Humberto Delgado

Discovering a love of Mexican cooking

Food is my passion, in no small part because it is a great way to connect with my own history. No matter where your family comes from, I bet you’ll enjoy making many of the same wonderful dishes that I do.
Working through stress with dance and movement
Collection by
Elizabeth Leachman

Working through stress with dance and movement

I began to practice ballet over 15 years ago, sparking a lifelong passion for dance, fitness and teaching. Here are some great ways for you to get moving yourself.
Collection by
Ben Futa

Getting started as a gardener

I began to garden as a hobby. Now, it’s my profession. But I’ve never lost sight of what it takes for a new gardener to get started successfully, whether you're looking to grow your own food, enhance your surroundings or both.

Staff picks + More clicks

Here are some upcoming learning events and other resources from the St. Joseph County Public Library. You can see related courses by clicking at the bottom of each card or swiping right!

Most popular

Here are the most viewed learning resources in South Bend over the past couple of weeks.

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