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Books on Tap Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Offsite Event
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
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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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library & Online
Full
Registration Required
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

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Silent Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Teens
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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Online Program
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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

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library & Online
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Registration Required
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

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Adult
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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Teens
Bloomington Public Library
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Registration Required
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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library & Online
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Registration Required
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

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1
Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: In-Person Program
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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

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie, In-Person Program
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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

10:00am - 11:30am
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Community Rm 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: In-Person Program
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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!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone
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

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
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

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration Required
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

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library & Online
Register
Registration Required
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

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone
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

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

English Language Conversation Group

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration Required
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.