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 Feb 2 - 21 2026 Winter Olympics Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/2–2/21 Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event 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 Feb 2 - 21 2026 Winter Olympics Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/2–2/21 Bookmobile Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : From Monday, February 2 to Saturday, February 21, skate on over to any of the library's Bookmobile stops for a fun scavenger hunt based on the Winter Olympic Games!
This event is in the "Child" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Feb 4 2026 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 "Child" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming 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 "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Feb 5 2026 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 Feb 5 2026 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 Feb 5 2026 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 5 2026 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 2 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in Grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure. 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 Feb 6 2026 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 Feb 6 2026 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 : Stop 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. 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 Feb 7 2026 Sat Sensory Story Time 10:00am–11:00am Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Sensory Story Time 10:00am–11:00am 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 : 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 "Child" group Feb 7 2026 Sat RC Cars for Kids 2:00pm–3:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 7 2026 Sat RC Cars for Kids 2:00pm–3:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Kids can work together repurposing cardboard boxes to build obstacles and ramps for Remote Control cars. They'll then take turns at the wheel maneuvering through their creations. Boxes and cars will be provided.
This event is in the "Child" group Feb 8 2026 Sun Fun & Games: Family Game Day 2:00pm–4:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Feb 8 2026 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 varie
This event is in the "Child" group Feb 9 2026 Mon D&D for Kids 4:00pm–5:30pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 9 2026 Mon D&D for Kids 4:00pm–5:30pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 2 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in Grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure. 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Feb 11 2026 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 "Child" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming 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 "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Feb 12 2026 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 Feb 12 2026 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu After School at BPL 3:30pm–5:30pm Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Feb 12 2026 Thu After School at BPL 3:30pm–5:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program : After School at BPL 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 Feb 13 2026 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 Feb 13 2026 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 : Stop 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. 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 Feb 14 2026 Sat Ramadan Story Time 10:00am–11:00am Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Feb 14 2026 Sat Ramadan 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 : Come celebrate as we prepare for Ramadan with a lively, all-ages story time! We’ll read books, sing songs, get creative with crafts, and learn about the significance of this special time of year. 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 Feb 16 2026 Mon Singing, Swinging Story Time 6:00pm–6:30pm Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Feb 16 2026 Mon Singing, Swinging Story Time 6:00pm–6:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler Program Type: Story Time : Join us for an evening of stories, laughs, fingerplays, and songs accompanied by guitar! This story time is for all ages. 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 Feb 17 2026 Tue Lunar New Year Crafts 9:00am–9:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Lunar New Year Crafts 9:00am–9:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program : Happy Lunar New Year! Join us at the library to welcome in a prosperous year as we make crafts in the Children's Department.
This event is in the "Child" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Feb 18 2026 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 "Child" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming 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 "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Feb 19 2026 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 Feb 19 2026 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 Feb 19 2026 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Feb 19 2026 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 2 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : This Dungeons & Dragons experience for kids in Grades 3-5 will include a simplified, rules-light adventure. 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 Feb 20 2026 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 Feb 20 2026 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 : Stop 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. 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Super Saturday 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Super Saturday 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 : Get ready to dance, sing, and dive into magical stories at our all-ages story time! Perfect for caregivers and kids from birth to 11 years old, this event is packed with music, movement, and read-aloud fun. Come share in the joy and wonder. 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.