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Art at the Library Challenge: Collage Exhibit

Friday, June 30, 2023
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Gallery Exhibit Space
Come view the collage artwork of local tweens ages 7–12!
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Grubs 'n' Stuff

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
Gallery Exhibit Space
Spaces Reservation

IU Health Bloomington/Lifeline

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room A
Spaces Reservation

Wonderful Ones

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Downtown Library
Children's Program Room
Families with newborns to 18 months play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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Hoosier Action

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Spaces Reservation

VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Downtown Library
Program Room 2C
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the U.S., gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world. 

Intermediate English skills are suggested.  If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.

If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).   

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Team Phoenix

10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 214
Spaces Reservation

Terrific Twos

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Downtown Library
Children's Program Room
Families with babies ages 18 months to 3 years play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time. 
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IN Dept. of Child Services

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Registration is closed

Fairy Exploration

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room B
Come hear stories and songs about fairies, then check out our garden space for signs of fairies in this special Camp Myth Summer Reading Program activity! Participants will be given some fairy observation tools to help them explore. Ages 3–7. Please register.
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Ivy Tech Career Demos: Entrepreneurship Dept. and School of IT

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Downtown Library
The Ground Floor
Join us for a collaborative program series with Ivy Tech Community College. Instructors from different departments will drop by to demonstrate the tools and activities available in their programs. For each event attended, you'll be entered to win a free class at Ivy Tech that will be available for you and one of your caregivers. The drawing will occur after the last session. Ages 12–19.
  • May 24: At this kickoff event, you'll learn some basics about Ivy Tech, get introduced to free classes you can win, have an introduction of the MCPL summer sessions you can attend, and play a Kahoot/trivia game.
  • June 14: The Entrepreneurship department and School of IT will host various activities.
  • June 28: The HVAC and Industrial Technology departments will host with equipment and an electrical activity.
  • July 12: The Nursing and Healthcare departments will host.
  • July 19: The Culinary department will host a “Board Building” activity, referring to charcuterie and fruit/cheese boards.
This program is in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College.

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Mosaic Madness

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Downtown Library
Children's Program Room
Learn about mosaics while experimenting with patterns, shapes, or images that you design and create! Participants will be able to choose from dozens of colorful tiles to arrange and design a mosaic square. Ages 7–12. Please register.
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Painted Pride Flags

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Teen Space
Join us to celebrate your own unique identity! We'll provide the supplies for you to paint a version of your very own Pride flag. Ages 12–19.

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D&D Club: Rainbow Adventures

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1C
Drop in, adventure through fantastic realms, then leave whenever you'd like. These sessions of Dungeons & Dragons are designed to be short, fun, and evolving adventures that anyone can play. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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All abilities Choir Bloomington indiana

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Downtown Library
Auditorium
Spaces Reservation

BISCC (Bloomington Indiana Scholastic Chess Club)

5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Spaces Reservation

Indiana Limestone Symposium

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room B
Spaces Reservation

Cosplay Wednesdays: Foam Weapons

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cosplay Wednesday
Downtown Library
Ground Floor
Have you ever wanted to bring a favorite character to life? Get the materials and instruction you need to take your cosplay to the next level. Ages 12–19.
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Introduction to 3D Printing

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Library
Level Up
Join us to learn the basics, and we'll help you design a model to keep. Please note that 3D printing takes time; you may need to return at a later date to collect your print. Age 16 and up. Please register.
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Legal Clinic: Name and Gender Marker

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Library
Program Room 2B & 2C Combo

Learn about legally changing your name and gender marker on government documents. Representatives from Indiana Legal Services will provide form packets and answer questions as you fill them out. Age 17 and up.


This program is in partnership with Indiana Legal Services.

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Korean Language Class

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1B
Spaces Reservation

Night Owl Storytime

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Library
Children's Program Room
Listen to stories, sing songs, and do some yoga and mindfulness exercises to practice early literacy skills and wind down before bedtime. Feel free to come in pajamas. Ages birth–6.
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Our Writing League

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 214
Spaces Reservation