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Lego Construction

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

Join us for Lego Construction, and have your picture taken with your creation. The challenge is to build whatever you want! This program is suitable for children ages 3-11 years...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
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Join us for Lego Construction, and have your picture taken with your creation. The challenge is to build whatever you want!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time, In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Baby & Toddler
:

Does your child have a stuffed animal who would love to come to a sleepover at the library? Stuffed animals can be dropped off at the desk in the Children's Department any time ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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Does your child have a stuffed animal who would love to come to a sleepover at the library?

Dungeons & Dragons for Kids

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Rm 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure. Maybe you want to prove to yourself that you are strong and capable;...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
:

This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure.

The Magic of Raina Telgemeier Watch Party

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Rm 3 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Teens
:

Teens and older elementary-school-aged children are invited to join us for an in-person watch party featuring your favorite graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier! A light snack will be...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 3
Age Group: Child, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
:

Teens and older elementary-school-aged children are invited to join us for an in-person watch party featuring your favorite graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier!

The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Online Program
Age Group:
Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
:

Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist Raina Telgemeier! Raina is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Online Program
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Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist Raina Telgemeier! Raina is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all No. 1 bestsellers.

Duck Story Time

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time, In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

Ducks in December, a story time to remember - let's get quacking! We'll read some of our favorite duck-themed books, complete a duck-themed craft, color duck-themed coloring she...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program
:

Ducks in December, a story time to remember - let's get quacking!

Dungeons & Dragons for Kids

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Rm 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure. Maybe you want to prove to yourself that you are strong and capable;...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
:

This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure.

Little Women: The Musical

12/20/2024 @ 2:00pm to 12/22/2024 @ 11:45pm
Virtual Room at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Online Program
Age Group:
Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
:

Join us for a virtual screening of Little Women The Musical, based on Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts. This recordin...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Online Program
:

Join us for a virtual screening of Little Women The Musical, based on Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts.

Winter Break Activities

All Day 12/21 - 12/23
Children's Department at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

During any of the library's open hours from Friday, December 21-Monday, January 6, children are invited to join us in the Children's Department for winter-themed crafts and ac...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

During any of the library's open hours from Friday, December 21-Monday, January 6, children are invited to join us in the Children's Department for winter-themed crafts and activities, as well as Penguin Bingo.  There is no need to regis

Winter Break Activities

All Day 12/26 - 12/30
Children's Department at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

During any of the library's open hours from Friday, December 21-Monday, January 6, children are invited to join us in the Children's Department for winter-themed crafts and ac...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

During any of the library's open hours from Friday, December 21-Monday, January 6, children are invited to join us in the Children's Department for winter-themed crafts and activities, as well as Penguin Bingo.  There is no need to regis

Sign and Sing Story Time

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Child
:

Join Communication Junction at Bloomington Public Library for a 30-minute Sign + Sing Story Time with a Bedtime theme. We will be signing, singing, and reading books! This story ti...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: Story Time
:

Join Communication Junction at Bloomington Public Library for a 30-minute Sign + Sing Story Time with a Bedtime theme. We will be signing, singing, and reading books! This story time is geared for children ages 0-5 years old.

Winter Break Activities

All Day 1/2 - 1/6
Children's Department at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

During any of the library's open hours from Friday, December 20-Monday, January 6, children are invited to join us in the Children's Department for winter-themed crafts and ac...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

During any of the library's open hours from Friday, December 20-Monday, January 6, children are invited to join us in the Children's Department for winter-themed crafts and activities, as well as Penguin Bingo.  There is no need to regis

Kiddie Drive-In Movie

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Movie, In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Baby & Toddler
:

It's chilly outside, so why not warm up with a "drive-in" movie at the library?! Don't have wheels of your own yet? That's okay. Bring a box with you, and we'll provide supplies...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Movie, In-Person Program
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It's chilly outside, so why not warm up with a "drive-in" movie at the library?!

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares

Due to limited space in the Children's Program Rooms, groups (such as daycare centers) interested in story times need to make arrangements in advance by contacting the Children's Services Desk by phone at 309.590.6155 or e-mail at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org.

New(ish) Year's Party!

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Baby & Toddler
:

We're doubling the fun as we celebrate both the New Year and Ms. Alex's birthday! There will be a variety of activities for kids ages 0-11, snacks, party favors, and take home c...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

We're doubling the fun as we celebrate both the New Year and Ms. Alex's birthday!

There will be a variety of activities for kids ages 0-11, snacks, party favors, and take home crafts. 

Super Saturday Story Time

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time, In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Baby & Toddler
:

Join us for an all-ages, raucous story time extravaganza. Come to the Children's Program Rooms the first Saturday of January and February at 10am to dance, listen to music, read st...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program
:

Join us for an all-ages, raucous story time extravaganza. Come to the Children's Program Rooms the first Saturday of January and February at 10am to dance, listen to music, read stories, and have a wondrous time.

Dungeons & Dragons for Kids

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Rm 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure. Maybe you want to prove to yourself that you are strong and capable;...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
:

This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure.

Fun & Games: Family Game Day

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

Join us in the Children’s Department for classic board games, card games, and puzzles for children and their families. Representatives from Red Raccoon Games will also be on site t...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Join us in the Children’s Department for classic board games, card games, and puzzles for children and their families.

Itsy Arts

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Itsy Arts with the Illinois Art Station offers hands-on, transformative artmaking for young artists (age 2-5 years) and their families. Attendees will enjoy story time and thematic...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
:

Itsy Arts with the Illinois Art Station offers hands-on, transformative artmaking for young artists (age 2-5 years) and their families.

CAST Presents: Charles Dickens

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
:

Do you love the classics? Come to the library and enjoy the literary genius of Charles Dickens as performed by the Crossroads Area Student Theatre! CAST presents a stage adaptation...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Do you love the classics? Come to the library and enjoy the literary genius of Charles Dickens as performed by the Crossroads Area Student Theatre! CAST presents a stage adaptation of Dickens' work.

CAST Presents: Charles Dickens

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
:

Do you love the classics? Come to the library and enjoy the literary genius of Charles Dickens as performed by the Crossroads Area Student Theatre! CAST presents a stage adaptation...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Do you love the classics? Come to the library and enjoy the literary genius of Charles Dickens as performed by the Crossroads Area Student Theatre! CAST presents a stage adaptation of Dickens' work.

Lapsit Story Time

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Join us at Lapsit Story Time for stories, music, movement, and play intended to help develop and enhance early literacy skills and your baby's development. This program is intended...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Join us at Lapsit Story Time for stories, music, movement, and play intended to help develop and enhance early literacy skills and your baby's development.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares

Due to limited space in the Children's Program Rooms, groups (such as daycare centers) interested in story times need to make arrangements in advance by contacting the Children's Services Desk by phone at 309.590.6155 or e-mail at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org.

Lapsit Story Time

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Join us at Lapsit Story Time for stories, music, movement, and play intended to help develop and enhance early literacy skills and your baby's development. This program is intended...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Join us at Lapsit Story Time for stories, music, movement, and play intended to help develop and enhance early literacy skills and your baby's development.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares

Due to limited space in the Children's Program Rooms, groups (such as daycare centers) interested in story times need to make arrangements in advance by contacting the Children's Services Desk by phone at 309.590.6155 or e-mail at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org.

Preschool Story Time

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Rm 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time, In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
Preschool Story Time:

Help your child build independent listening skills while learning and having fun! This story time -- recommended for children ages 3-5 years old -- will feature longer stories, fla...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program

Preschool Story Time

Help your child build independent listening skills while learning and having fun! This story time -- recommended for children ages 3-5 years old -- will feature longer stories, flannel boards, music, puppets, and activities which will help get your pre-readers ready for school. Meet in Children's Program Room 2 at Bloomington Library.

Questions about this program can be emailed to Mr. Jesse at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org.

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Disclaimer(s)

Daycares

Due to limited space in the Children's Program Rooms, groups (such as daycare centers) interested in story times need to make arrangements in advance by contacting the Children's Services Desk by phone at 309.590.6155 or e-mail at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org.

Tales for Tails

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Department at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

This program pairs trained and certified therapy dogs with children in Grades K-5 who want to practice reading aloud. There will be 4 time slots available for kids to meet ...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
:

This program pairs trained and certified therapy dogs with children in Grades K-5 who want to practice reading aloud.

There will be 4 time slots available for kids to meet and read to a pup in the Children's Department: