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Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
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Oct-Nov
1
2025
Halloween Tic-Tac-Toe
All Day
10/1–11/1
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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It’s spooky season! Come play Halloween Tic-Tac-Toe on the Bookmobile!
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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
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
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
Diwali Scavenger Hunt
All Day
10/6–10/25
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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From Monday, October 6, to Saturday, October 25, visit any of the library's Bookmobile stops to take part in a fun, Diwali-themed scavenger hunt which will teach you about the Festival of Lights!
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This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
14
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
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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)
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.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Oct
15
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.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
16
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
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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)
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.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
17
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
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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)
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.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Sensory Story Time
11:00am–12:00pm
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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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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
18
2025
Sat
Disability Insurance Workshop
1:00pm–3:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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At this free workshop presented by Chestnut Health Systems, participants will learn how to navigate the application processes for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
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.
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3 pm |
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
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
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
Oct
12
2025
Sun
Leaf It Be: Sustainable Solutions for Autumn
3:00pm–4:00pm
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
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.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Patch Pillows
5:30pm–7:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Innovation Lab
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Innovation Lab
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Using the Bernette B05 Academy Sewing Machine in the library's Innovation Lab, teens will explore sewing by machine as they create a pillow with colorful patches.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
13
2025
Mon
Let's Dish! A Cookbook Club
6:30pm–8:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 3
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Club
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Calling culinary enthusiasts! Join us in exploring the book My Mexican Mesa, Y Listo! by Jenny Martinez. Prepare a recipe of your choosing from the cookbook and bring it to share.
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This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
14
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
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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)
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.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Oct
15
2025
Wed
Tales for Tails
6:00pm–7:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Department
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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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:
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
D&D for Kids
6:00pm–7:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Program Rm 2
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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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.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
14
2025
Tue
Mystery Book Club
7:00pm–8:30pm
Bloomington Public Library & Online
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library & Online
Room:
Conference Room & Online
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Club,
In-Person Program,
Online Program
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The Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Adult,
Teens
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
16
2025
Thu
Morbid History: You’re More Interesting When You’re Dead
7:00pm–8:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Virtual Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Teens
Program Type:
Online Program
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Satisfy your morbid curiosity with award-winning filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus.
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