This event is in the "Child" group Sep 10 2025 Wed Tales for Tails 6:00pm–7:00pm Child Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Child" group Sep 10 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 "Adult" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adult Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Silent Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program : Are you looking for a book club without assigned reading?Do you need a peaceful hour with a good book?
This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 11 2025 Thu True Colors Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adult Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 11 2025 Thu True Colors Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Offsite Event Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Registration Required : The True Colors Book Club will meet to discuss Lavender House by Lev A.C. Rosen.
This event is in the "Child" group This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 12 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 12 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 "Teens" group Sep 13 2025 Sat Teen Genre Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Teens Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 13 2025 Sat Teen Genre Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program Registration Required : The Teen Genre Book Club will meet monthly 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 "Teens" group Sep 13 2025 Sat Teen D&D: The Lone Door 12:45pm–4:45pm Teens Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 13 2025 Sat Teen D&D: The Lone Door 12:45pm–4:45pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : This adventure begins when your party encounters an ancient, lone door standing in the middle of the forest with carvings promising riches beyond what this realm can offer. Will your party be able to overcome the dangers within?
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 13 2025 Sat A Beginner’s Introduction to Native Plants 3:00pm–4:30pm 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 13 2025 Sat A Beginner’s Introduction to Native Plants 3:00pm–4:30pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Room 3 and Patio Age Group: Child, Baby & Toddler, Adult, Teens, Everyone Program Type: In-Person Program : Are you curious about native plants and why they matter? Join us for a fun and informative session that will open your eyes to the beauty and importance of native plants!You’ll discover: 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 14 2025 Sun Print Your Own Puzzle 2:00pm–3:30pm Adult Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 14 2025 Sun Print Your Own Puzzle 2:00pm–3:30pm Bloomington Public Library Upcoming Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Innovation Lab Age Group: Adult Program Type: Innovation Lab, In-Person Program Registration Required : Get creative at the library as you create a custom, 20-piece puzzle (approximately 5" x 7") using a photo, a blank puzzle template, and the sublimation printer in the library's Innovation Lab!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 15 2025 Mon English Language Conversation Group 5:30pm–6:30pm Adult, Teens Bloomington Public Library Register Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 15 2025 Mon English Language Conversation Group 5:30pm–6:30pm Bloomington Public Library Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Community Rm 2 Age Group: Adult, Teens Program Type: In-Person Program Registration Required : The English Language Conversations Group, offered in partnership with STAR Adult Literacy, is designed for adults for whom English is a second language. 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 Sep 15 2025 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 Sep 15 2025 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, In-Person Program : 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 "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Lapsit Story Time 10:00am–10:45am Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 16 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 "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Lapsit Story Time 6:00pm–6:45pm Baby & Toddler Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group Sep 16 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 "Adult" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Fiction Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult Bloomington Public Library & Online Register Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Fiction Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Bloomington Public Library & Online Register Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library & Online Room: Conference Room & Online Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club, In-Person Program, Online Program Registration Required :
This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult Bloomington Public Library Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns 7:00pm–8:00pm Bloomington Public Library Library Branch: Bloomington Public Library Room: Virtual Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Online Program : Join Illinois Libraries Present online for a nostalgic and intimate hour-long conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue’s Clues.
This event is in the "Child" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Preschool Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Child Bloomington Public Library This event is in the "Child" group Sep 17 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 "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"?