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Baby & Toddler,
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This event is in the "Child" 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
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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
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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 "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Oct
25
2025
Sat
Lego Construction
9:30am–11:30am
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Program Rm 1 & 2
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Join us at the library for Lego Construction! The challenge is to build whatever you want and have your picture taken with your creation!
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 "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
21
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
22
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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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
23
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
23
2025
Thu
Book Brunch Club
10:00am–11:00am
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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Start your day right with Book Brunch Club, a cozy book club where you bring your coffee and snacks, we provide the books, and together we dive into lively discussions!
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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
24
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 "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
25
2025
Sat
Celebration of India
10:00am–1:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1, 2, & 3
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Join us for "Celebration of India", a vibrant event honoring the rich cultural heritage of our local Indian community!
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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
23
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
22
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
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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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
25
2025
Sat
Teen D&D: The House in the Mist
12:45pm–4:45pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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When two children ask your group of intrepid adventurers to save them from “the monster” in their house, it seems like a relatively easy and harmless job.
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1 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
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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
19
2025
Sun
Puzzle Party: Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange
1:00pm–2:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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-- -- -- Puzzle Dropoff: 9am on Mon., Oct. 13-noon on Sat., Oct. 18 -- -- -- Puzzle Exchange: 1-2pm on Sun., Oct. 19
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
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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
19
2025
Sun
Puzzle Party: Team Puzzle Challenge
1:00pm–3:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 2 & 3
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Sunday, October 19, will be an all-day PARTY FOR PUZZLE PEOPLE 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.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Oct
19
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
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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
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
20
2025
Mon
English Language Conversation Group
5:30pm–6:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 2
Age Group:
Adult,
Teens
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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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.
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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
20
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
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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.
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This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Oct
21
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Bird World: Hands-On Photography
6:00pm–7:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 2
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Professional photographer Ray Silva's digital photography learning session will help you to better understand your camera and how to level up your nature photography!
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 "Child" group
Oct
22
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 "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
23
2025
Thu
Grand Prairie Bird Alliance Opening Reception
6:00pm–8:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 3
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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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
21
2025
Tue
Beyond the Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode
7:00pm–8:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Virtual Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Online Program
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Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode who made her feature film debut as Nessarose in Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Oct
21
2025
Tue
Fiction Book Club
7:00pm–8:00pm
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 Fiction Book Club will be reading Lone Women by Victor Lavalle.
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