Calling all youth artists! For Youth Art Month, we're challenging you to create and submit an original 2D work of art based on the theme of our upcoming Summer Reading Program: space! For this theme, draw your favorite planet or space-themed item—you can even make up your own.

Jump-start your indoor garden this spring with a take-home plant propagation kit! We'll provide a pot, potting soil, the plant, and instructions. This is a great way to learn how to pot a plant, care for it, and propagate it yourself in the future. These take-home kits can be picked up from the Downtown Library information desk on the second floor on March 26 or 27 during open Library hours. Age 16 and up. Please register.

Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3–6.

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The Book Club is reading Refugee by Alan Gratz  this session. This book is available in print, audio, or eBook in the MCPL catalog. Please contact VITAL if you need help accessing this title.

Learning begins with curiosity and wonder. With hands-on workstations, your young scientist will strengthen their independent math and comprehension skills as you investigate science topics together. Ages 3–6.

Dine Out for the Library at DeAngelo's on Tuesdays, March 12 and 26 and on Wednesdays, March 13 and 27 from 11 AM to 9 PM. When you order, show your flyer or mention that you're dining out for the Friends of Monroe County Public Library. DeAngelo's will donate 20% of your purchase to the Friends to help make our wonderful Library programs possible. Enjoy delicious Italian pasta dishes, as well as pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, and salads made from scratch. DeAngelo's offers inside dining, as well as carryout service.

The Library is on the move! Meet us at The Banneker Center (930 W. 7th Street, Bloomington) for a special series of storytimes. We'll play, sing, read, and talk together before enjoying the Banneker Center's regularly scheduled craft time at 11:30 AM. Ages birth–6.

Think you have what it takes to be a Beat Saber champion? Drop in and find out! Ages 12–19.

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. 

Let's talk about RPGs! Join us to chat with other gamers and discuss role-playing game ideas and experiences. Ages 12–19.