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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
Winter Reading Bucket List
All Day
12/1–12/20
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler,
Adult,
Teens,
Everyone
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Get out of your winter blues and into a good book with the Bookmobile’s Winter Reading Bucket List! Pick up a Winter Reading Bucket List activity sheet on the Bookmobile.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–01/02/2026 @ 5:00pm
Teens
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec-Jan
2025
Teen Tiny Art Show!
12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–01/02/2026 @ 5:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Offsite Event
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
At Home (supplies and/or written instructions provided)
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Beginning December 1, teens may pick up a mini canvas to take home and transform or use provided supplies in the TeenZone to create a tiny masterpiece!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Bookmobile to Shirley
9:00am–10:00am
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Book Sale
9:00am–2:00pm
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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Bloomington Library’s Used Book Shop will host a book sale during which shoppers will be allowed to fill a bag for $5.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Bookmobile to Rowe Drive
10:30am–11:30am
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Bookmobile to Pepper Ridge
10:30am–11:45am
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Teen Genre Book Club
11:00am–12:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Book Club,
In-Person Program
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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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
10
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!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Bookmobile to Spring Ridge
12:15pm–1:15pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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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
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Handmade Holidays
12:00pm–2:00pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Innovation Lab
Age Group:
Adult,
Teens
Program Type:
Innovation Lab,
In-Person Program
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It’s the season of giving! During Handmade Holidays you can create one, two, or even three unique handmade gifts for friends and loved ones. Design jewelry with GlowForge-cut pieces or add color to a 3D-printed stained-glass design.
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Bookmobile to Phillip Place
12:30pm–1:30pm
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Dec
7
2025
Sun
Watercolor Snowman Bookmarks
2:00pm–3:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 3
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Participants will use watercolor paints to create a seasonal snowman bookmark. Instructions and all supplies will be provided.
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
RC Cars for Kids
2:00pm–3:00pm
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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Kids can work together repurposing cardboard boxes to build obstacles and ramps for Remote Control cars. They'll then take turns at the wheel maneuvering through their creations. Boxes and cars will be provided.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Bookmobile to Tracy Drive
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Bookmobile to Four Seasons
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
After School at BPL
3:30pm–5:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Program Rm 1
Age Group:
Child
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Join us in Children’s Program Room 1 for after-school fun. Various activities will be offered depending on the date …
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
Dec
8
2025
Mon
D&D for Kids
4:00pm–5:30pm
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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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Bookmobile to North Pointe
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Teen Craftivism
6:00pm–7:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Innovation Lab
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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During Teen Craftivism, teens will learn a new craft and the history behind it, focusing on both historical and modern uses of arts and crafts.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Dec
8
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 Preppy Kitchen Super Easy by Joh Kanell. Prepare a recipe of your choosing from the cookbook and bring it to share.
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This event is in the "Child" group
This event is in the "Child" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Family Art Night
6:00pm–7:00pm
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 at the library for a relaxing evening of art making and creativity with your family! There will be a variety of art supplies available to create your family's masterpiece.
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
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Cozy Winter Crafts
6:00pm–7:00pm
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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Save big money at the library! Join us to make classic low-budget (free to you) decor for the winter season. Kids will learn to make crafts such as decorative spiced oranges, popcorn strings, paper chains, paper ornaments, and paper snowflakes!
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
Dec
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
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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
Adult
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adult" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
True Colors Book Club
6:30pm–7:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Offsite Event
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Club
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The True Colors Book Club will meet to discuss Bi: The Hidden Culture, History, and Science of Bisexuality by Julia Shaw.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Bookmobile to Laesch Acres
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Bookmobile to Eagle Crest
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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Call or text if you have questions about the Bookmobile:
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