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Art at the Library Challenge: Collage Exhibit
Thursday, June 01, 2023
Friday, June 30, 2023
Come view the collage artwork of local tweens ages 7–12!
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Dine Out for the Library at Bedräk Cafe
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Other
Bedräk Cafe is a local brunchenette and juicery located at 409 S. Walnut Street in Bloomington's Downtown Commercial District.
Their mission is to be a local destination to create a unique experience by bringing you one-of-a-kind dishes authentically prepared with fresh, local ingredients and original homemade recipes. Just show your flyer and Bedräk Cafe will donate 20% of your bill (excluding alcohol) to the Friends of the Library to help make all of our amazing Library programs possible.
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Wonderful Ones
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Families with newborns to 18 months play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Tom Bitters
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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.
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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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).
Terrific Twos
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Families with babies ages 18 months to 3 years play, sing, read, and talk together—then enjoy toy time.
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Raptors of Indiana
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Due to presenter illness, the program has been canceled. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.
See live Indiana birds of prey, including falcons, hawks, and owls, as well as specimens and biofacts (bird wings and parts). Learn about the natural history of common Indiana species, diurnal and nocturnal traits and behaviors, and how our actions affect these birds. The importance of habitat and respect and care for our environment will also be discussed. Age 6 and up. Please register.
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See live Indiana birds of prey, including falcons, hawks, and owls, as well as specimens and biofacts (bird wings and parts). Learn about the natural history of common Indiana species, diurnal and nocturnal traits and behaviors, and how our actions affect these birds. The importance of habitat and respect and care for our environment will also be discussed. Age 6 and up. Please register.
Preserving Memories
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Are you interested in converting your old home movie recordings, printed photographs, or slides into a digital format you can share online? Preserving your memories, archiving, and sharing them can be a powerful way to connect with friends and family. In this open house, we'll teach you how to create digital files using our Memory Preservation Station. You can use a cloud storage account like Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, or Dropbox to save your content. Another option is to use a USB flash drive––you can bring your own or check one out from the Library for temporary use. Age 18 and up.
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Raptors of Indiana
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Due to presenter illness, the program has been canceled. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.
See live Indiana birds of prey, including falcons, hawks, and owls, as well as specimens and biofacts (bird wings and parts). Learn about the natural history of common Indiana species, diurnal and nocturnal traits and behaviors, and how our actions affect these birds. The importance of habitat and respect and care for our environment will also be discussed. Age 6 and up.
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See live Indiana birds of prey, including falcons, hawks, and owls, as well as specimens and biofacts (bird wings and parts). Learn about the natural history of common Indiana species, diurnal and nocturnal traits and behaviors, and how our actions affect these birds. The importance of habitat and respect and care for our environment will also be discussed. Age 6 and up.
Registration is closed
RPG Camp: Mythic Heroes
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Go on an adventure of mythic proportions in this special, high-level D&D edition of our Camp Myth Summer Reading Program! You'll have three two-hour sessions to complete the quest and accomplish the task set before you. Ages 12–19. Please register.
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Mythical Monsters Mini Painting
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Come try your hand at this Camp Myth Summer Reading Program edition of miniature painting—we've got the minis, paints, brushes, and know-how. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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Tween D&D
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
New to Dungeons & Dragons? Already a seasoned adventurer? Drop in for an ongoing D&D game at the Library. We'll make characters and go on new adventures every two weeks. Ages 9–12. Please register for each session you'd like to attend.
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VITAL Tutor Meet Up
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
cancelled due to illness
A VITAL Tutor Meet-Up is an informal gathering to discuss teaching resources, get help with lesson planning, and connect with other volunteers. All levels of experience are welcome; new and experienced volunteers are encouraged to attend.
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A VITAL Tutor Meet-Up is an informal gathering to discuss teaching resources, get help with lesson planning, and connect with other volunteers. All levels of experience are welcome; new and experienced volunteers are encouraged to attend.
Zoom link available upon request.
Interested in becoming a VITAL tutor? Fill out an MCPL Volunteer Application