Upcoming Library Closures

In celebration of the holidays, the library will be closed on the following dates:

-Tuesday & Wednesday, December 24 & 25
-Tuesday & Wednesday, December 31 & January 1

 

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Registration Type

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Branches:
Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas Eve

Branches:
Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas Day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Winter Break Craft

All Day 12/26 - 12/30
Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
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Are you a teen who's looking for a fun activity this winter break? Join us in TeenZone during any of the library's open hours from December 23-January 6 to make coffee filter snowflakes!

This event is in the "Child" group.

Winter Break Activities

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

No-School Craft for Teens

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 2 & 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
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Teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us for a different craft on each of the no-school days listed below.

This event is in the "Child" group.

Sign and Sing Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Child
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: Story Time
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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.

Branches:
Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile
Description:

The Library will be closed for New Year's Eve.

Branches:
Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile
Description:

The Library will be closed for New Year's Day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Winter Break Craft

All Day 1/2 - 1/6
Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
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Are you a teen who's looking for a fun activity this winter break? Join us in TeenZone during any of the library's open hours from December 23-January 6 to make coffee filter snowflakes!

This event is in the "Child" group.

Winter Break Activities

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

This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.

Kiddie Drive-In Movie

10:00am - 11:00am
Child, Baby & Toddler
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 2 & 3
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.

This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.

New(ish) Year's Party!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Child, Baby & Toddler
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler
Program Type: In-Person Program
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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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Crestwicke

8:45am - 9:45am
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.

Super Saturday Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Child, Baby & Toddler
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program
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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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Viking Brews

10:15am - 11:30am
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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The Freedom Oil Bookmobile Stop has permanently moved to Viking Brews. 

Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to White Eagle

12:15pm - 1:15pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Teens" group.

D&D: Follow the Lights (for teens)

12:45pm - 4:45pm
Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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In this program, teens will play through a D&D adventure full of twists and turns!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Tracy Drive

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Grove

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Books on Tap Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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The Books on Tap Book Club will meet at Lil Beaver Brewery (5 Finance Drive) to discuss Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Winter Wind Down

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie, In-Person Program
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Before the new semester begins, teens are invited to come to the library to enjoy the last day of Winter Break with an evening showing of a holiday film. Join us for cocoa, snacks, and a cozy movie!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Eagle View

7:45pm - 8:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Four Seasons

3:15pm - 4:15pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Oakwood

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile: