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Black History Month Bingo

Tuesday, February 28, 2023
All Branches
For Black History Month, play a game of bingo that facilitates discussions about race and offers opportunities to learn about Black visionaries, leaders, and artists. Pick up a card at any MCPL location or download it here. Complete five squares in a row to earn a prize! Just turn it in to an MCPL staff member at the Downtown Library, Ellettsville Branch, or Bookmobile. All ages.
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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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Cosplay Wednesdays: DIY Horns

4:00 PM - 5:00 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. In this session, we'll be learning to make horns. Ages 12–19.
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All abilities Choir Bloomington indiana

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Downtown Library
Auditorium
Spaces Reservation

The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce

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

Yang Style Tai Chi

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1B
Spaces Reservation
Registration is closed

Adult Craft Night: Japanese Bookbinding

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room B
Discover how to create your very own book with this easy-to-follow Japanese bookbinding technique. Learn how to apply the process to notebooks, journals, sketching pads, and more. All supplies will be provided. Age 18 and up. Please register.
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Community Stitchers

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Spaces Reservation

Financial Aid for Adult Students

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Downtown Library
Program Room 2C
Financial aid for college isn’t just for recent high school graduates. In this program, you'll learn about financial aid offered to adult students through the Federal Government, State Government, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Institutions of Higher Education. You'll also learn about the Workforce Ready Grant that offers free tuition and fees for students wanting to earn a certificate in certain high demand fields. Age 18 and up.

 This program is in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College.
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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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