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Teen Craftivism

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Rm 3 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teen Craftivism will meet monthly in March, April, and May. During Craftivism, teens will learn a new craft and the history behind it, focusing on both historical and modern uses o...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
:

Teen Craftivism will meet monthly in March, April, and May. During Craftivism, teens will learn a new craft and the history behind it, focusing on both historical and modern uses of arts and crafts.

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.

5th Grade TeenZone Preview Nights

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
TeenZone at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Teens
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview ...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Child, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview before the summer begins?

5th Grade TeenZone Preview Nights

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
TeenZone at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Teens
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview ...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Child, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview before the summer begins?

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. Ensure that your estate planning is in good order by reviewing the various method...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 2 & 3
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: In-Person Program
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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.

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?Join BPL's Silent Book Club! Bring your own book or find a new favorite in the...

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?

Ghost in the Opera House

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Rm 1 & 2 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

Prairie Fire Theatre Children's Opera Presents Ghost in the Opera House!Mister Maestro knows his rickety old Opera House is in trouble. Pipes groan, things crash in the night,...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
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Prairie Fire Theatre Children's Opera Presents Ghost in the Opera House!

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.

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! Plant lovers are invited to bring plants, cuttings, and seeds to share, and take new plants home. Introduce your plant to its new parent an...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Outside
Age Group: Adult, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Calling all plant people! 

School-Age Crafts

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Rm 1 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child
:

School-age children are invited to join us on the following afternoons/evenings to create the following crafts.March 31: Q-tip paintingApril 13: Pipe cleaner animalsMay12: Tissue P...

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

School-age children are invited to join us on the following afternoons/evenings to create the following crafts.

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.

5th Grade TeenZone Preview Nights

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
TeenZone at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Teens
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview ...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Child, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview before the summer begins?

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...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online
Room: Conference Room & Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
:

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. 

5th Grade TeenZone Preview Nights

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
TeenZone at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Child, Teens
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview ...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Child, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Calling all graduating 5th graders! School will soon be out, and starting in the summer (May 27) you are considered a Teen by the library! So, how about getting a TeenZone preview before the summer begins?

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. PS...

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.

D&D for Kids

Thursday, May 15, 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.

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.

Teen Genre Book Club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

The Teen Genre Book Club will meet monthly to discuss a different genre of book, giving you more choice of what to read. Pick any book that fits the month's genre. If you'd like su...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
:

The Teen Genre Book Club will meet monthly to discuss a different genre of book, giving you more choice of what to read. Pick any book that fits the month's genre.

D&D: Escape from the Pirate's Hold!

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:45pm - 4:45pm
Conference Room at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

In Escape from the Pirate's Hold, you find yourself trapped in a dangerous hideout controlled by ruthless pirates and criminals. With little more than your wits and your will to su...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
:

In Escape from the Pirate's Hold, you find yourself trapped in a dangerous hideout controlled by ruthless pirates and criminals.

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.The group works on conversat...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 2
Age Group: Adult, Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
:

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.

Singing, Swinging Story Time

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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 evening of stories, laughs, fingerplays, and songs accompanied by guitar! This story time is for all ages.  Questions about this program can be emaile...

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 evening of stories, laughs, fingerplays, and songs accompanied by guitar! 

This story time is for all ages.  

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.

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.  Participants have the option to meet either in person in the Conference Room (Second Floor) at ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online
Room: Conference Room & Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
:

The Fiction Book Club will meet to discuss Yellowface by R.F. Kuang. 

Mini 3D-Printed Catapults

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Lab at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

Calling all teen inventors and aspiring engineers! Join us as we learn to design, 3D print, and build our very own miniature catapults! Along the way, you’ll explore the fascinatin...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Innovation Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
:

Calling all teen inventors and aspiring engineers! Join us as we learn to design, 3D print, and build our very own miniature catapults!

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:
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! Enjoy light refreshments while engaging ...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1
Age Group: 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.

Teen Writing Workshop

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
TeenZone at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

This writing workshop is for teens in Grades 6-12 and is perfect for homeschoolers! Drop by the TeenZone for tips, tricks, and to talk about the art of prose. Essay help and p...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

This writing workshop is for teens in Grades 6-12 and is perfect for homeschoolers! Drop by the TeenZone for tips, tricks, and to talk about the art of prose.

No-School Day Crafts for Teens

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Rm 2 & 3 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us for a different craft on each of the no-school days listed below.March 27 - Fuse BeadsApril 18 - MagnetsMay 29 - Diamond ...

Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 2 & 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
:

Teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us for a different craft on each of the no-school days listed below.

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.

Teen Craftivism

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Rm 3 at Bloomington Public Library
Program Type:
In-Person Program
Age Group:
Teens
:

Teen Craftivism will meet monthly in June, July, and August. During Craftivism, teens will learn a new craft and the history behind it, focusing on both historical and modern uses ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
:

Teen Craftivism will meet monthly in June, July, and August. During Craftivism, teens will learn a new craft and the history behind it, focusing on both historical and modern uses of arts and crafts.

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.

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 the...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Innovation Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Innovation Lab, In-Person Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
:

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.