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Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3–6.
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Tiny to Two
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
VITAL English Language Group: Book Club with Neil Klein
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The Book Club is reading Steampunk! An Anthology of Fantastically Rich and Strange Stories by Kelly Link and Gavin J. Grant this session. Contact VITAL for help accessing this title, or find it on Hoopla with your library card.
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Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Little Makers
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Explore your creativity with different materials and techniques at this fun, open-ended art experience. Dress to mess. Ages 3–6.
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Family Storytime at The Banneker Center
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Other
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.
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Embroidery 101: Dragon Edition
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Upgrade your tote bag game with an embroidered, fearsome five-headed dragon! Learn how to embroider and transform a basic tote bag into an awesome one. All materials will be provided. Ages 12–19. Please register.
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Teen Craft Club: Vinyl Record Painting
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Dive into a new craft project each month with other art lovers! This month, we'll be painting vinyl records. Ages 12–19.
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Advanced RPG Club
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us to traverse magical worlds and go on fantastical adventures through challenging role-playing games! This program is geared toward more seasoned gamers. Ages 12–19. Please register.
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3D Printing Workshop
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ready to level up your 3D modeling skills? Join us to learn the basics, and we'll help design a model that you can keep. Please note that 3D printing takes time; you may need to return at a later date to collect your print. Ages 12–19.
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People's Abundant Kitchen: Hyperlocal Cooking Series
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join People's Cooperative Market farmers, vendors, and neighbors to learn about how to incorporate local seasonal ingredients into delicious meals. This program will offer a hands-on demonstration of local recipes and will provide information about how to receive free local food resources. The Teaching Kitchen will be stocked with local ingredients sourced by People's Cooperative Market and funded by the USDA Local Food Purchasing Assistance Cooperative Agreement Grant. All attendees must sign a waiver; you can download and sign it prior to the program, or you can sign one of the copies we'll have on-site. Age 8 and up. Please register.
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This program is in partnership with People's Cooperative Market.
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Tween D&D
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
New to Dungeons & Dragons? Already a seasoned adventurer? Drop in for an ongoing D&D game at the Downtown Library. We'll make characters and go on new adventures every two weeks. Ages 9–12. Please register for each session you'd like to attend, but please only register for one session per week.
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VITAL English Language Group: Conversation with Diana Nicholson
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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.
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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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).
Board Game Night
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Other
It's game night! Join us to chat and play a fun selection of board games out in the community at Hopscotch Kitchen (235 W. Dodds Street, Bloomington). All ages.
This program is in partnership with Hopscotch Coffee and The Game Preserve.
Dine Out for the Library at FARMbloomington
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Other
Dine Out for the Library at FARMbloomington on Tuesdays, February 13 and 15, and Thursdays, February 20 and 22.
Enjoy a set three-course dinner for $30 (not including tax, tip, or beverage), and FARM will donate $15 to the Friends of the Library to help support Library programming.
Each dinner will include salad to start and a cobbler for dessert, as well as your choice of two entrees: a vegetarian pasta dish or a pork, beef, and bison meat loaf with mushroom gravy and mashed potatoes.
Gluten-free and other dietary needs may be accommodated.
Make your reservation by completing this form to choose your preferred date, and to let us know your preference for the meatloaf or the pasta dinner. Arrive by 6 PM to enjoy a delicious meal and a fun night out with friends.
Fiber Arts Club
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Do you enjoy fiber arts? Join us for this low-stress program; we'll hang out, drink tea, and work on various projects. Craft supplies will be provided, bringing projects is encouraged. Age 18 and up; recommended for ages 18–32.
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