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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: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
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?!

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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
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: TeenZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: In-Person Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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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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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Laesch Acres

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
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This event is in the "Adult" group.

Foundation Board Meeting

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adult
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: In-Person Program
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Wine Way

3:15pm - 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 "Teens" group.

Teen Genre Book Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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The Teen Genre Book Club will meet on the second Wednesday of each month 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.

Bookmobile to North Pointe

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:

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmobile to Eagle Crest

7:30pm - 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 Wingover

5:30pm - 8:00pm
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 "Child" group.

Dungeons & Dragons for Kids

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Child
Bloomington Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group: Child
Program Type: In-Person Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure.

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

Silent Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult, Teens
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Teens
Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program
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Are you looking for a book club without assigned reading?
Do you need a peaceful hour with a good book?