This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Art & Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Virtual Room at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Online Program Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of more than 100 books for young people. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 3 2025 Sat Art & Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat 2:00pm - 3:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: Online Program : Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of more than 100 books for young people.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Books on Tap Book Club Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Offsite Event at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adult The Books on Tap Book Club will meet at Lil Beaver Brewery to discuss They Called Us Enemy by George Takei. Register Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. May 5 2025 Mon Books on Tap Book Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Offsite Event Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required : The Books on Tap Book Club will meet at Lil Beaver Brewery to discuss They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.
This event is in the "Adult" group. History Reads Book Club Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Conference Room & Online at Bloomington Public Library & Online Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adult The History Reads Book Club will meet to discuss Living Downstream: an Ecologist's Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment by Sandra Steingraber. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. May 6 2025 Tue History Reads Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Bloomington Public Library & Online Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online Room: Conference Room & Online Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required : The History Reads Book Club will meet to discuss Living Downstream: an Ecologist's Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment by Sandra Steingraber.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Estate Planning and Wills Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Community Rm 2 & 3 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult An estate plan is vital for any individual, couple or family that owns a home and has assets. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. May 7 2025 Wed Estate Planning and Wills 6:00pm - 8:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 2 & 3 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program : An estate plan is vital for any individual, couple or family that owns a home and has assets. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Silent Book Club Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Conference Room at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Are you looking for a book club without assigned reading?Do you need a peaceful hour with a good book? View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. May 8 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program : Are you looking for a book club without assigned reading?Do you need a peaceful hour with a good book?
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Houseplant Swap Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Outside at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult, Teens Calling all plant people! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 10 2025 Sat Houseplant Swap 11:00am - 12:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Outside Age Group: Adult, Teens Program Type: In-Person Program : Calling all plant people!
This event is in the "Adult" group. Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Room at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Online Program Age Group: Adult Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award winning book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group. May 13 2025 Tue Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond 7:00pm - 8:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Online Program : Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award winning book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Mystery Book Club Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Conference Room & Online at Bloomington Public Library & Online Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Age Group: Adult The Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss City Under One Roof by Iris Yamashita. Participants have the option to meet either in person at Bloomington Public Library or online via Zoom. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. May 13 2025 Tue Mystery Book Club 7:00pm - 8:30pm Bloomington Public Library & Online Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online Room: Conference Room & Online Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Registration Required : The Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss City Under One Roof by Iris Yamashita. Participants have the option to meet either in person at Bloomington Public Library or online via Zoom.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Meet Prairie State Legal Services Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Community Rm 1 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Join us for a program led by Prairie State Legal Services, a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal services to individuals who cannot afford a private attorney. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. May 14 2025 Wed Meet Prairie State Legal Services 6:00pm - 7:15pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 1 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program : Join us for a program led by Prairie State Legal Services, a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal services to individuals who cannot afford a private attorney. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. English Language Conversation Group Monday, May 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Community Rm 2 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult, Teens The English Language Conversations Group, offered in partnership with STAR Adult Literacy, is designed for adults for whom English is a second language. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 19 2025 Mon English Language Conversation Group 5:30pm - 6:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 2 Age Group: Adult, Teens Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : The English Language Conversations Group, offered in partnership with STAR Adult Literacy, is designed for adults for whom English is a second language. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Fiction Book Club Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Conference Room & Online at Bloomington Public Library & Online Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Age Group: Adult The Fiction Book Club will meet to discuss Yellowface by R.F. Kuang. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. May 20 2025 Tue Fiction Book Club 7:00pm - 8:00pm Bloomington Public Library & Online Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online Room: Conference Room & Online Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Registration Required : The Fiction Book Club will meet to discuss Yellowface by R.F. Kuang.
This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Opening Reception: BPL Staff Art Exhibit Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Community Rm 1 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone You're invited to the opening reception of a very special local art exhibit which will showcase the incredible talent of our library staff! View Details This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. May 27 2025 Tue Opening Reception: BPL Staff Art Exhibit 6:00pm - 7:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 1 Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : You're invited to the opening reception of a very special local art exhibit which will showcase the incredible talent of our library staff! Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Books on Tap Book Club Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Offsite Event at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adult The Books on Tap Book Club will meet at Lil Beaver Brewery to discuss Leg: The Story of a Limb and the Boy Who Grew from It by Greg Marshall. Register Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 2 2025 Mon Books on Tap Book Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Offsite Event Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required : The Books on Tap Book Club will meet at Lil Beaver Brewery to discuss Leg: The Story of a Limb and the Boy Who Grew from It by Greg Marshall.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Embroidered Tote Bags Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Innovation Lab at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Innovation Lab, In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Using the Bernette 70 Embroidery Machine and accompanying software in the library's Innovation Lab, adults will explore embroidery by machine as they create an image which will then be embroidered onto a tote bag. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 3 2025 Tue Embroidered Tote Bags 6:00pm - 8:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Innovation Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Innovation Lab, In-Person Program Registration Required : Using the Bernette 70 Embroidery Machine and accompanying software in the library's Innovation Lab, adults will explore embroidery by machine as they create an image which will then be embroidered onto a tote bag.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Midweek Movie Club Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Community Rm 2 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Movie, In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the library while watching a film on our big screen. It's a great way to unwind and enjoy a variety of movies in a comfortable setting. Snacks and drinks will be provided. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 4 2025 Wed Midweek Movie Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 2 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Movie, In-Person Program : Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the library while watching a film on our big screen. It's a great way to unwind and enjoy a variety of movies in a comfortable setting. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Explaining Veteran Caregiver Support Programs Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Community Rm 1 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Veterans and their caregivers may be eligible for support services through the VA (Veterans Affairs) Department. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 5 2025 Thu Explaining Veteran Caregiver Support Programs 10:00am - 11:30am Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 1 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program : Veterans and their caregivers may be eligible for support services through the VA (Veterans Affairs) Department. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Let's Celebrate Eid! Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Community Rm 1 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone You are invited to join us for fun-filled event to celebrate Eid and highlight the diversity of people and cultures around us! Attendees will enjoy arts, crafts, henna tattoos, and snacks! View Details This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Jun 7 2025 Sat Let's Celebrate Eid! 2:00pm - 4:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 1 Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : You are invited to join us for fun-filled event to celebrate Eid and highlight the diversity of people and cultures around us! Attendees will enjoy arts, crafts, henna tattoos, and snacks! Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Meditative Watercolor Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Community Rm 3 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Watercolor painting is a wonderful way to meditate by relaxing our ever-busy minds and bodies. The colors, the textures we can create, and the creative freedom all help to release emotions and focus intentions. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 8 2025 Sun Meditative Watercolor 2:00pm - 3:30pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 3 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Watercolor painting is a wonderful way to meditate by relaxing our ever-busy minds and bodies. The colors, the textures we can create, and the creative freedom all help to release emotions and focus intentions. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Let's Dish! A Cookbook Club Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Community Rm 3 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adult Calling culinary enthusiasts! Join us in exploring the book The Woks of Life by Bill Leung. Prepare a recipe of your choosing from the cookbook and bring it to share. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 9 2025 Mon Let's Dish! A Cookbook Club 6:30pm - 8:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 3 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required : Calling culinary enthusiasts! Join us in exploring the book The Woks of Life by Bill Leung. Prepare a recipe of your choosing from the cookbook and bring it to share. Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Mystery Book Club Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Conference Room & Online at Bloomington Public Library & Online Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Age Group: Adult The Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss In The Deep by Loreth Ann White. Participants have the option to meet either in person at Bloomington Public Library or online via Zoom. Register Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 10 2025 Tue Mystery Book Club 7:00pm - 8:30pm Bloomington Public Library & Online Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online Room: Conference Room & Online Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Registration Required : The Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss In The Deep by Loreth Ann White. Participants have the option to meet either in person at Bloomington Public Library or online via Zoom.
This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Concert on the Patio: The Rusty Pickups Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Outside at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone After a multi-year hiatus, the library’s beloved outdoor concert series is returning, once again bringing to the community free live music from talented local musicians and bands. View Details This event is in the "Child" group. This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Concert on the Patio: The Rusty Pickups 6:30pm - 8:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Outside Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : After a multi-year hiatus, the library’s beloved outdoor concert series is returning, once again bringing to the community free live music from talented local musicians and bands.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Silent Book Club Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Conference Room at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Are you looking for a book club without assigned reading?Do you need a peaceful hour with a good book? View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 12 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program : Are you looking for a book club without assigned reading?Do you need a peaceful hour with a good book?
This event is in the "Adult" group. True Colors Book Club Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Offsite Event at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adult The True Colors Book Club will meet to discuss He/She/They: How We Talk About Gender and Why It Matters by Schuyler Bailar. Register Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 12 2025 Thu True Colors Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Offsite Event Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required : The True Colors Book Club will meet to discuss He/She/They: How We Talk About Gender and Why It Matters by Schuyler Bailar.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Crafternoon at BPL Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Community Rm 3 at Bloomington Public Library Program Type: In-Person Program Age Group: Adult Join us at the library for a creative meetup for adults! View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. Jun 14 2025 Sat Crafternoon at BPL 3:00pm - 4:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 3 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program : Join us at the library for a creative meetup for adults! Disclaimer(s) Hearing Device Assistance To accommodate hard-of-hearing patrons, the library offers the use of assistive listening devices in each Community Room and in each Children’s Program Room. For these devices to work, the presenter must use the room’s sound system. For the clearest sound, make sure the device is unobstructed by clothing or jewelry and sit in the first few rows.If you experience connectivity issues, please let a staff member know. A guide on using the assistive listening devices is available.