Call (812) 349-3208 to hear a kid-friendly joke! Jokes change daily Monday–Friday by 5 PM. This program is geared towards ages 7–12, but all ages are welcome!

For Black History Month, play a game of bingo that facilitates discussions on race, features acts of kindness, and offers opportunities to learn about Black visionaries, leaders, and artists! When you complete five in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally), you’ll earn a prize! Visit mcpl.info/bingo to download a game card and learn more about how to play. Once you have a bingo, you'll schedule an appointment to pick up your prize between January 18 and March 5.

Stories provide insight. Whether it's a personal narrative, description of cultural heritage, or an imagined fantasy, an individual's story provides insights into who they are and what shapes and inspires them. Shared stories help us see what makes us unique and how we are the same. By reading or listening to an individual's story, we can learn to treat people with the respect and dignity they deserve no matter their race, color, gender, religion, ability, or level of income. Discover different stories, learn about people seeking to eliminate social injustices, and find resources for discussing issues about race. All ages.

Join other fans of Fairy Tail, Attack on Titan, and more for a night of fun. Plan to chat about anime, manga, and other fandoms. Ages 13–19. To participate, sign up for a server invite link at mcpl.info/discord, if you haven't already, then drop in.

Start learning introductory Arabic through interactive games, songs, and activities that help children develop general literacy skills too! This series of ten weekly virtual lessons begins February 4 and introduces children to the Arabic language and culture. Ages 5–12. Classes are presented by certified instructors with Bridges, a project of the IU School of Global and International Studies, and the IU School of Education. Please register to enroll in this free online class and receive a link to join via Zoom.

Learn how to choose words to inspire confidence and competence in children. Bloomington Montessori Educators will describe the difference between praise and encouragement, why it’s important to respectfully and meaningfully encourage children, and model effective language to use. Parents will leave with some guiding principles and a toolkit of helpful phrases. This workshop will be presented via Zoom and recorded by Bloomington Montessori staff. Participants are welcome to keep their video off during the workshop. Age 13 and up.