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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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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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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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Ivy Tech Career Demos: HVAC and Industrial Technology Depts.

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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All abilities Choir Bloomington indiana

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

Monsters & Mayhem

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Ready to test your mettle against monsters and mayhem in a new RPG? These drop-in sessions will give players a chance to experience a different gameplay style than D&D and face new challenges. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 12–19.
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Indiana Recovery Alliance

5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1B
Spaces Reservation

Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

5:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Southwest Branch
Southwest Meeting Room A/B Combo
Meet your fellow Library supporters, and hear from the Friends of the Library Board of Directors and the new Southwest Branch Manager, Cathy Riley. Enjoy the first performance in the Hane Family Amphitheater by the Woods with Books Alive, presented by the Monroe County Civic Theater. These short selections have been specially chosen to celebrate the new Southwest Branch. Refreshments provided by the Friends Hospitality Committee. Free and open to the public. Learn more at mcpl.info/friends.
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Bounce & Rhyme Evening Storytime

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Downtown Library
Children's Program Room
Listen to stories, sing songs, and do some bonding with your little one before winding down for bedtime. Feel free to come in pajamas. Ages birth–2.
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Adult Craft Night: Mothman Plushie

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room B
Explore the legend of the Mothman and make your own plushie to take home. All supplies will be provided. Age 18 and up. Please register.
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Bloomington Photography Club

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
OWL - video conference camera
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Bloomington Photography Club

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Spaces Reservation

Bloomington Photography Club

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1C
Spaces Reservation

Korean Language Class

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Korean Language Class

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM