This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Tipton Trails 7:30pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Tipton Trails 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 Dec 17 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Arcadia Drive 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Arcadia 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 Dec 17 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Sunnyside Park 5:30pm–6:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Sunnyside Park 5:30pm–6:30pm 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 Dec 17 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Garling Heights 7:30pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Garling Heights 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Broadmoor 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Broadmoor 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 Dec 18 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Cardinal Ridge 5:30pm–6:45pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Cardinal 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 "Child" group Dec 18 2025 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Child Bloomington Public Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Dec 18 2025 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Waitlist 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 "Everyone" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Hilltop Mobile Home Park 7:30pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Bookmobile to Hilltop Mobile Home Park 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Waterford Estates 10:30am–11:30am Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Waterford Estates 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Brookridge Heights Apts 12:15pm–1:15pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Bookmobile to Brookridge Heights Apts 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:309.590.6120 (call)309.446.8398 (text)Find more information about the Bookmobile and schedule online.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Arrowsmith 8:45am–9:45am Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Arrowsmith 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 Dec 20 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Ellsworth 10:15am–11:00am Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Ellsworth 10:15am–11:00am 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 Dec 20 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Eagle Crest East 12:00pm–1:00pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Bookmobile to Eagle Crest East 12:00pm–1:00pm 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 "Child" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Dec 20 2025 Sat "Elf" Movie Matinee 1:30pm–3:30pm Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone Bloomington Public Library 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 Dec 20 2025 Sat "Elf" Movie Matinee 1:30pm–3:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 2 & 3 Age Group: Child, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: Movie, In-Person Program : Come to the library in your most festive attire to kick off the holiday week watching Elf, enjoying a popcorn bar, and making hot chocolate. Some items from Elf's favorite food groups may also appear on the menu. 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 Dec 21 2025 Sun Winter Solstice Story Time 2:00pm–3:00pm Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Dec 21 2025 Sun Winter Solstice Story Time 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 : Celebrate the Winter Solstice in this magical all-ages story time! We will share stories, make crafts, and learn about the traditions surrounding the shortest day of the year. 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 Dec 22 - 23 2025 Reading Land All Day 12/22–12/23 Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Dec 22 - 23 2025 Reading Land All Day 12/22–12/23 Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program : During all the library's open hours from December 22 to January 7, you'll be able to visit the Children's Department and play Reading Land! 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 Dec 22 2025 Mon Cozy 3D Mug Painting 10:00am–11:00am Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Dec 22 2025 Mon Cozy 3D Mug Painting 10:00am–11:00am Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Join us at the library to warm up your creative spirit with this cozy art project brought to you by the Illinois Art Station! 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.
Dec 24 2025 Wed The Library will be closed for Christmas Eve All Day All Branches Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing The Library will be closed for Christmas Eve All Day Branches: Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile Description: The Library is closed for Christmas Eve
Dec 25 2025 Thu The Library will be closed for Christmas Day All Day All Branches Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing The Library will be closed for Christmas Day All Day Branches: Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile Description: The Library is closed for Christmas Day.
This event is in the "Child" group Dec 26 - 30 2025 Reading Land All Day 12/26–12/30 Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Dec 26 - 30 2025 Reading Land All Day 12/26–12/30 Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program : During all the library's open hours from December 22 to January 7, you'll be able to visit the Children's Department and play Reading Land! 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 Dec 29 2025 Mon Sign and Sing 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Sign and Sing 10:00am–10:30am Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Child Program Type: Story Time : Join Communication Junction at Bloomington Public Library for a 30-minute Sign + Sing Story Time. We will be signing, singing, and reading books all about cookies and jammies! 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 Dec 30 2025 Tue Galactic Guardians: An Eco Expedition with Wall-E! 10:00am–11:00am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Galactic Guardians: An Eco Expedition with Wall-E! 10:00am–11:00am 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 an out-of-this-world presentation by the Ecology Action Center! 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 Dec 30 2025 Tue Teen DIY Personalized Mugs 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Teen DIY Personalized Mugs 2:00pm–4:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 3 Age Group: Teens Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Join us at 2pm on this day without school to relieve your boredom at home by painting a ceramic mug.
Dec 31 2025 Wed Library Closed for New Year's Eve All Day All Branches Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing Library Closed for New Year's Eve All Day Branches: Bloomington Public Library, Bloomington Public Library & Online, Bookmobile Description: The Library will be closed for New Year's Eve.