All Day |
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Child" group.
Jun-Jul
2025
Book World Scavenger Hunt
All Day 6/1 - 7/3
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Department
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
:
Visit the Children's Desk to request a Book World Scavenger Hunt Sheet. Then compete the following:
|
9 am |
|
|
|
|
|
|
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
28
2025
Sat
Bookmobile to Shirley
9:00am - 10:00am
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
:
Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
|
10 am |
|
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Child" group.
Jun
23
2025
Mon
Trash Tunes: Building Instruments from Trash
10:00am - 11:00am
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 2
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
:
Join the Ecology Action Center as we explore the true story behind Ada’s Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay by Susan Hood.
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 "Child" group.
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Summer Reading Story Time
10:00am - 10:45am
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1 & 2
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler
Program Type:
Story Time,
In-Person Program
:
Children of all ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and fun during our Summer Reading Story Time! Questions about this program can be emailed to jessew@bloomingtonlibrary.org.
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 "Adult" group.
Jun
26
2025
Thu
Book Brunch Club
10:00am - 11:00am
Bloomington Public Library & Online
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library & Online
Room:
Conference Room & Online
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Club,
In-Person Program,
Online Program
:
Start your day right with Book Brunch Club, a cozy book club where you bring your coffee and snacks, we provide the books, and together we dive into lively discussions!
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.
Jun
26
2025
Thu
Sensory Story Time
10:00am - 11:00am
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
:
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)
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
27
2025
Fri
Bookmobile to Rowe Drive
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
28
2025
Sat
Bookmobile to Pepper Ridge
10:30am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
:
Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
|
11 am |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
12 pm |
|
|
|
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
25
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 creative writers! Drop by the TeenZone for writing tips and tricks and to talk about the art of prose.
|
|
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
27
2025
Fri
Bookmobile to Spring Ridge
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
28
2025
Sat
Bookmobile to Phillip Place
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
:
Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
|
1 pm |
|
|
|
|
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Child" group.
Jun
26
2025
Thu
Tales for Tails
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
:
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
28
2025
Sat
Nintendo Triathlon
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1, 2, & 3
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
In-Person Program
:
Do you love Nintendo games? Put your skills to the test in this 3-event tournament during the Nintendo Triathlon.
|
2 pm |
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Child" group.
Jun
22
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 games, all appropriate for your family gaming
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jun
23
2025
Mon
Monday Movie Musical Matinees for Teens
2:00pm - 4:45pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 3
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Movie
:
Teenage musical fans, join us on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of June and July to enjoy a movie musical 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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
26
2025
Thu
Bookmobile to Meadows
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:
|
|
|
3 pm |
|
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
23
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:
|
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Bookmobile to Four Seasons
3:15pm - 4:15pm
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Bookmobile to Wine Way
3:15pm - 4:30pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
:
Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
|
|
|
|
4 pm |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 pm |
|
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
23
2025
Mon
Bookmobile to Grove
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Bookmobile to Oakwood
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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Bookmobile to North Pointe
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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
26
2025
Thu
Bookmobile to Wingover
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
:
Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
|
|
|
6 pm |
|
|
This event is in the "Child" group.
This event is in the "Child" group.
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Family Art Night
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 at the library for a relaxing evening of art making and creativity with your family! There will be a variety of art supplies available to create your family's masterpiece.
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 "Child" group.
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Tales for Tails
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
:
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 "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.
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
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
25
2025
Wed
Concert on the Patio: Kate Herald
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jun
26
2025
Thu
The Henney Kilowatt: Bloomington's "Car of Tomorrow"
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
In-Person Program,
Online Program
:
Long before Rivian became one of the hottest electric automakers on the planet, the Twin Cities were center stage for another battery-powered vehicle -- the Henney Kilowatt -- a project of the National Union Electric Co., a conglomerate whose hold
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.
|
|
|
7 pm |
|
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jun
23
2025
Mon
True Crime Book Club
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Club
:
Lock Your Doors: A True Crime Book Club will meet to discuss Liliana’s Invincible Summer: A Sister’s Search for Justice by Cristina Rivera Garza. Attendees will have the option to meet either in-perso
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
23
2025
Mon
Bookmobile to Eagle View
7:45pm - 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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
24
2025
Tue
Bookmobile to Laesch Acres
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 "Everyone" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.
Jun
25
2025
Wed
Bookmobile to Eagle Crest
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:
|
|
|
|