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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
Diversity Mural
All Day
2/1–2/28
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Children's Activity Room
Age Group:
Child,
Baby & Toddler
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Join us in celebrating Black History Month by visiting the library during the month of February and creating a self-portrait to add to our Diversity Mural.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
28
2026
Sat
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 "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Feb
24
2026
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 which strives 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
Feb
25
2026
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 -- will feature longer stories, flannel boards, music, puppets, and activities which will help get your pre-readers ready for school. Questions about this program can be emailed to Mr. Jesse at childrensstaff@bloomingtonlibrary.org.
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
Feb
26
2026
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
Feb
26
2026
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!
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
Feb
27
2026
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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Stop 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.
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
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
27
2026
Fri
Bookmobile to Wingover
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
Feb
28
2026
Sat
Bookmobile to Viking Brews
10:15am–11:30am
Bookmobile
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
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The Freedom Oil Bookmobile Stop has permanently moved to Viking Brews. 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
Feb
25
2026
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
Feb
27
2026
Fri
Bookmobile to Somerset Court
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
28
2026
Sat
Bookmobile to White Eagle
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
26
2026
Thu
Bookmobile to Alexander & Grandview Estates
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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| 3 pm |
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
23
2026
Mon
Bookmobile to Arbors Apartments
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
Feb
24
2026
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
Feb
25
2026
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
Feb
26
2026
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
23
2026
Mon
Bookmobile to Royal Pointe Road
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 "Child" group
Feb
23
2026
Mon
Craftivism for Kids: Mental Health Kits
5:30pm–6:30pm
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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A combination of crafts and activism, "craftivism" is a way to explore historical and modern examples of arts and crafts being used to convey a message.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Feb
23
2026
Mon
Teen Trivia Night
5:30pm–7:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
TeenZone
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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Join us for a night of trivia in the Teen Zone! You can bring friends to play as a group or play on your own. Teams of 6 people or less can compete to win a prize. The team with the most points wins!
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
24
2026
Tue
Bookmobile to Golden Eagle
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
Feb
25
2026
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
26
2026
Thu
Bookmobile to Eagle Ridge
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 "Baby & Toddler" group
This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group
Feb
24
2026
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 which strives 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
Feb
25
2026
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Feb
26
2026
Thu
Understanding Eating Disorders
6:30pm–7:30pm
Bloomington Public Library
Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Community Rm 1
Age Group:
Adult,
Teens
Program Type:
In-Person Program
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According to the National Eating Disorders Association, nearly 30 million people in the United States will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime.
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
Feb
23
2026
Mon
True Crime 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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Lock Your Doors: A True Crime Book Club will discuss In Light of All Darkness: Inside the Polly Klaas Kidnapping and the Search for America's Child by Kim Cross. As an added bonus, the book's author will join our discussion
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
23
2026
Mon
Bookmobile to Old Farm Lakes
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
Feb
24
2026
Tue
IL Libraries Present Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine
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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Witty, creepy, and compulsively readable, bestselling author R.L. Stine defined horror for a generation of young readers.
This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Feb
24
2026
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
Feb
25
2026
Wed
Bookmobile to Rainbow Ave
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
Feb
26
2026
Thu
Bookmobile to Ballybunion
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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