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Youth Art Month Contest

Friday, March 31, 2023
All Branches
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: Camp Myth! For this theme, draw your favorite mythical beast or hero. You can even make up your own!

The winning artwork will be made into a collectible summer reading prize bookmark. Entries should be 3x7 inches. Starting March 1, you can stop by the Downtown Library children's information desk, the Ellettsville Branch, or the Bookmobile to grab a template, if needed. When you're finished, drop your entry off at any MCPL location by March 31 to enter.

Make sure your entry has the following information written legibly on the back: name, age, title of your artwork, MCPL location that you regularly visit (Downtown, Ellettsville, or Bookmobile), and contact information (including email address and/or telephone number). Ages birth–12.
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Sahaja Yoga Meditation

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
Gallery Exhibit Space
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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Registration is closed

Golden Ager's Club

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1B & 1C Combo
Come and join the Golden Ager's Club for people who want to stay young at heart. Presenter Deepa Shah will host a variety of activities, including movement sessions, brain-boosting games, stories, and discussions. All ages. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
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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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VITAL English Language Group: Literature with Linda O'Donnell

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Downtown Library
VITAL Classroom
New English speakers will practice reading and speaking in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will discuss and read literature passages, gain confidence in their language skills, 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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Word Garden Group

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room B
Spaces Reservation

Monsters & Mayhem

4:00 PM - 5:30 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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All abilities Choir Bloomington indiana

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

Yang Style Tai Chi

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Spaces Reservation

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

5:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Friends of the Library
Downtown Library
The monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library Board of Directors.

The Friends of the Library are members of the community just like you - people who value the library and its services. We think of ourselves as the library's best friends. Membership in the Friends of the Library is open to all who wish to support the Library's vital role in our community.
https://mcpl.info/friends
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MCPL Board of Trustees Meeting

5:45 PM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 1B & 1C Combo
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Registration is closed

Adult Craft Night: Shrinky Dinks®

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Ellettsville Branch
Ellettsville Meeting Room B
Revisit this classic childhood craft!  Learn new techniques using shrink film to create jewelry, keychains, and decorative tags. All supplies will be provided. Age 18 and up. Please register.
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Korean Language Class

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Bloomington Photography Club

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
OWL - video conference camera
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Bloomington Photography Club

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Library
Meeting Room 2A
Spaces Reservation