This event is in the "Child" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Bloomington Public Library 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 -- will feature longer stories, flannel boards, music, puppets, and activities which will help get your pre-readers ready for school. Questions about this program can be emailed to Mr. Jesse at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org. 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. 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 "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Teen Writing Workshop 12:00pm–1:00pm Teens Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Teen Writing Workshop 12:00pm–1:00pm Bloomington Public Library 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 homeschooled creative writers! Drop by TeenZone every second and fourth Wednesday for writing tips and tricks and to talk about the art of prose.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Evergreen 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Evergreen 3:30pm–4:30pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Bohmer 5:30pm–6:45pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Bohmer 5:30pm–6:45pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Estate Planning and Surviving Your Retirement 5:30pm–7:30pm Adult Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Estate Planning and Surviving Your Retirement 5:30pm–7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 2 & 3 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program : Retirement can often bring financial shifts that catch people off guard. During this program, we’ll take a closer look at how estate considerations and taxes may affect your overall plan. 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 Nov 12 2025 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Bloomington Public Library Waitlist Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : 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:
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Rainbow Ave 7:30pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Rainbow Ave 7:30pm–8:30pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : 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 Nov 13 2025 Thu Toddler Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Toddler Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 2 Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program : Toddlers are always on the go! Come to story time to encourage their emerging skills with books, rhymes, music, and lots of movement activities. 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. 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 Nov 13 2025 Thu Sensory Story Time 11:00am–12:00pm Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Sensory Story Time 11:00am–12:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler Program Type: Story Time, In-Person Program Registration Required : This inclusive story time offers stories, songs, and sensory-focused activities for children of all ages and abilities! After story time, stay for sensory play and socialization. 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. 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 "Everyone" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Alexander & Grandview Estates 2:45pm–4:00pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Alexander & Grandview Estates 2:45pm–4:00pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Eagle Ridge 5:30pm–6:45pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Eagle Ridge 5:30pm–6:45pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adult Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Adult" group Nov 13 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 "Everyone" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Ballybunion 7:30pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Ballybunion 7:30pm–8:30pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : 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 Nov 14 2025 Fri Fun Friday Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Nov 14 2025 Fri Fun Friday Story Time 10:00am–10:30am 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 : Swing by the Children’s Program Room on Fridays at 10am for 30 minutes of music, movement, giggles, and great stories! This playful and engaging story time is perfect for kids — from birth to age 11 years — and their grown-ups, too. 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. 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 "Everyone" group Nov 14 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Wingover 10:30am–11:30am Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 14 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Wingover 10:30am–11:30am Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 14 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Somerset Court 12:15pm–1:15pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 14 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Somerset Court 12:15pm–1:15pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Crestwicke 8:45am–9:45am Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Crestwicke 8:45am–9:45am Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Viking Brews 10:15am–11:30am Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Viking Brews 10:15am–11:30am Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : 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 "Teens" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Teen Genre Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Teens Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Teen Genre Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program Registration Required : 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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Bookmobile to White Eagle 12:15pm–1:15pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Bookmobile to White Eagle 12:15pm–1:15pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
This event is in the "Child" group Nov 15 2025 Sat RC Cars for Kids 2:00pm–3:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Nov 15 2025 Sat RC Cars for Kids 2:00pm–3:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Kids will need to work together as they repurpose cardboard boxes to build obstacles and ramps for RC (remote control) cars. Then, they'll take turns at the wheel maneuvering through their creation.
This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Light-Up Bookmarks 2:00pm–3:30pm Teens Bloomington Public Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Light-Up Bookmarks 2:00pm–3:30pm Bloomington Public Library Waitlist Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Innovation Lab Age Group: Teens Program Type: Innovation Lab Registration Required : Teens will learn about simple circuits while creating light-up bookmarks. Participants will make a paper circuit using conductive tape, LED stickers, conductive pressure sensitive sheets, and a coin cell battery.
This event is in the "Child" group Nov 16 2025 Sun Fun & Games: Family Game Day 2:00pm–4:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Nov 16 2025 Sun Fun & Games: Family Game Day 2:00pm–4:00pm Bloomington Public Library 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. Game masters from Red Raccoon Games will join us on site to demonstrate how to play a variety of hand-picked
This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 17 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Tracy Drive 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Nov 17 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Tracy Drive 3:30pm–4:30pm Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Bookmobile Stop : Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile: