This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Play, Learn, Grow! 2:00pm–4:00pm Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Play, Learn, Grow! 2:00pm–4:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Join us at the library to play, learn, and grow with the University of Illinois Extension SNAP-ed office! Enjoy an easy-to-make, nutritious snack while we discuss how we can make healthy dietary choices and maintain an active lifestyle. 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 Sep 17 2025 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Sep 17 2025 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 Sep 18 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 Sep 18 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 Sep 18 2025 Thu Sensory Story Time 11:00am–12:00pm Child, Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 18 2025 Thu Sensory Story Time 11:00am–12:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming 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 "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 Sep 18 2025 Thu Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off Party 2:30pm–4:00pm Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Bloomington Public Library 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 Sep 18 2025 Thu Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off Party 2:30pm–4:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Offsite Event Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : Celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month with a kickoff party at the Meadows Bookmobile stop! Fun, games, and crafts highlighting the diversity of our community will be offered.
This event is in the "Child" group Sep 18 2025 Thu D&D for Kids 6:00pm–7:30pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Sep 18 2025 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 "Adult" group Sep 18 2025 Thu Decoding the Mysteries of Cats 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 18 2025 Thu Decoding the Mysteries of Cats 7:00pm–8:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Online Program Registration Required : Are you curious to understand your cat's purr-plexing behaviors, such as chattering at birds and "making biscuits"?
This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 19 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 Sep 19 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 "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 Sep 20 2025 Sat Houseplant Swap 11:00am–12:00pm Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Bloomington Public Library 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 Sep 20 2025 Sat Houseplant Swap 11:00am–12:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Patio Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : Calling all plant people!
This event is in the "Child" group Sep 20 2025 Sat Breakdance with BCAI 2:00pm–4:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Sep 20 2025 Sat Breakdance with BCAI 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 : Let's move! This breakdance workshop empowers youth ages 7-12 years in their bold self-expression. Participants will practice fundamental dance moves, learn the history of breaking art and culture, and go home with additional resources. 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 Sep 21 2025 Sun Meditative Watercolor 2:00pm–3:00pm Adult Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 21 2025 Sun Meditative Watercolor 2:00pm–3:00pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 3 Age Group: Adult Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : Watercolor painting is a wonderful way to meditate as we relax our ever-busy minds and bodies. The colors, the textures we can create, and the creative freedom all help to release emotions and focus intentions. 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 Sep 21 2025 Sun Fun & Games: Family Game Day 2:00pm–4:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Sep 21 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 "Child" group Sep 22 2025 Mon School-Age Crafts 3:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Sep 22 2025 Mon School-Age Crafts 3:00pm–7:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 Age Group: Child Program Type: In-Person Program : School-Age children are invited to join us on the following afternoons/evenings to create the following crafts. 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 Sep 22 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Ekstam Drive 3:15pm–4:15pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 22 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Ekstam Drive 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 Sep 22 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Rollingbrook South 5:30pm–6:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 22 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Rollingbrook South 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 Sep 22 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Harvest Pointe 7:15pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 22 2025 Mon Bookmobile to Harvest Pointe 7:15pm–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 "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Lapsit Story Time 10:00am–10:45am Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Lapsit Story Time 10:00am–10:45am Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Baby & Toddler Program Type: In-Person Program : Join us at Lapsit Story Time for stories, music, movement, art, and play intended to help develop and enhance early literacy skills and your baby's development. 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 Sep 23 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Holton Homes 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Holton Homes 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 Sep 23 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Eagle Creek 5:30pm–6:45pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Eagle Creek 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 "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Lapsit Story Time 6:00pm–6:45pm Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 23 2025 Tue Lapsit Story Time 6:00pm–6:45pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Children's Program Rm 1 & 2 Age Group: Baby & Toddler Program Type: In-Person Program : Join us at Lapsit Story Time for stories, music, movement, art, and play intended to help develop and enhance early literacy skills and your baby's development. 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 Sep 23 2025 Tue Bookmobile to Tipton Trails 7:30pm–8:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 23 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 "Child" group Sep 24 2025 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Sep 24 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 old -- will feature longer stories, flannel boards, music, puppets, and activities which will help get your pre-readers ready for school. Meet in Children's Program Room 2 at Bloomington Library. 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 Sep 24 2025 Wed Teen Writing Workshop 12:00pm–1:00pm Teens Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 24 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 Sep 24 2025 Wed Bookmobile to Arcadia Drive 3:30pm–4:30pm Everyone Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Sep 24 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: