With power restored, the library has opened for the day! (2.28.24)

BPL is hiring a part-time Security Officer. -19 hrs/wk -$19.18/hr (rate effective 5.1.24) -H.S. diploma required; some college preferred -Age 21+ -Application deadline Sun, April 7 Additional details about this job and how to apply are available at bit.ly/bplemploy.

Bloomington Library will be closed on April 15 so asphalt can be applied to the parking lot. More details are available at bloomingtonlibrary.org.

Bloomington Library will be closed on April 15 so asphalt can be applied to the parking lot. More details are available at bloomingtonlibrary.org.

THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, APRIL 22 Additional details available at bloomingtonlibrary.org. Prior to the closure, call 309.590.6120 or text 309.446.8398 with questions.

WE'RE HIRING We have an opening for a part-time Library Assistant in our Circulation Dept. - $16/hour - 19hrs/wk - H.S. diploma or equivalent required - Application deadline is 4.28.24 For details about the job and the application process, visit bit.ly/bplemploy.

Bloomington Library will be CLOSED Monday, May 13 through 5pm on Thursday, May 16. More details are available at bloomingtonlibrary.org.

Bloomington Library will be closed Monday-Thursday, May 20-23. Visit bloomingtonlibrary.org for details, including updated program locations.

Bloomington Public Library's Summer Program Guide is available online at bit.ly/bplsummerprogr…. As a reminder, library programs are always FREE! A limited number of paper copies will become available at the library around June 1.

At this writing (11:30am on 5.21.24), there are about 300 boxes sitting outside our Olive Street Entrance. These are free for the taking ... first-come, first-served. We have less than 500 boxes left to unpack. Boxes will continue to be set in this area until we’re done.

The new Drive Up and permanent Book Drop are open! To pick up hold items at Drive Up, select "Drive-Up" as the pickup library when placing the hold. Items on hold for pickup at the "Main Library" will remain available inside the library. (Facade work is slated for July.)

SUMMER READING BEGINS TUE, MAY 28! Reading logs for kids, teens, and adults are available at the library, at Bookmobile stops, or can be printed from bit.ly/bplsrp2024 where prize info is also posted. View our summer programs (always free) at bit.ly/bplsummerprogr….

While supplies last, this great new bookmark is available at the library! The bookmark was designed by local artist Sarah Simpson, and can be picked up at any of our service desks.

Due to the forecast, the Zoovie at Miller Park Zoo is postponed to 6.8.24. Free tickets received from the library are good for the 6.8.24 date. (BPL's supply of tickets is limited.) Those who show up without a ticket will pay $5 per person. More at bit.ly/bplzoovie.

This afternoon's Bookmobile stop to Holton Homes is being cancelled due to repairs taking longer than expected. At this time, we expect the Bookmobile to be able to make its evening stops. Text questions to 309.446.8398.

Today's Bookmobile Stops to Old Farm Lakes, Royal Pointe Road, and Arbors Apartments are being cancelled due to a heat advisory coupled with the fact that the Bookmobile is down an air conditioning unit. Text 309.446.8398 with questions. (7.15.24)

The library will be closed Sunday, September 1, and Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day.

Tonight's Bookmobile Stops to Eagle Ridge and Ballybunion are canceled. The Bookmobile was leaking coolant and is having its water pump replaced. Call 309.590.6120 if you have questions. (9.19.24)

Tonight's Bookmobile Stop to Wingover is canceled. The "check engine" light came on, so she's being assessed. Call 309.590.6120 if you have questions. (9.26.24)

JANUARY 21 BOOKMOBILE STOPS CANCELLED Due to extremely cold temperatures, today's Bookmobile stops are cancelled. Cancelled stops include Traditions, Golden Eagle, and Ponds. Please text 309.446.8398 or call 309.590.6120 if you have questions.