Monroe County Public Library (Indiana)

Monroe County Public Library (Indiana) Discover opportunities to read, learn, connect, and create at your Library! Monroe County Public Library's historical roots go back to 1816.
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A Carnegie Library existed 1918-1970. In 1965, the Bloomington Public Library merged with the Monroe County Public Library system. A new library was dedicated in 1971. The library now serves a population of 137,874 and has 93,470 cardholders.

🦖 June is here and so is Summer Reading! Our schedule is packed with programs to keep you and your family busy. Join us ...
06/01/2026

🦖 June is here and so is Summer Reading! Our schedule is packed with programs to keep you and your family busy. Join us for a dino-mite summer!

05/31/2026

begins June 1! 🦖

📖 🦕 This summer, dinosaurs are taking over the Monroe County Public Library! Pick up a game board beginning June 1 at any MCPL location.

🦈 Go on a thrilling adventure this summer with one of these nonfiction titles about extreme survival. Whether battling t...
05/31/2026

🦈 Go on a thrilling adventure this summer with one of these nonfiction titles about extreme survival. Whether battling the oceans, mountains, or the dark heart of human nature, these books portray the resiliency and grit of the human will to survive.

🏆 Congratulations to the winners of our Poetry Month Contest!🥇 Emily D.🥈 Meredith P.🥉 Nora O.The top three winners recei...
05/30/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the winners of our Poetry Month Contest!

🥇 Emily D.
🥈 Meredith P.
🥉 Nora O.

The top three winners received a gift card to the store of their choice and a poetry book from the Friends of the Monroe Co. Public Library (IN) Bookstore. Read the winning poems now on our website!

☀️ What was Summer Reading like in the seventies and eighties? Here are a few MCPL snaps from that Library era! Summer R...
05/29/2026

☀️ What was Summer Reading like in the seventies and eighties? Here are a few MCPL snaps from that Library era!

Summer Reading 2026 is for everyone. 📖 Starting Monday, June 1, readers of all ages are invited to join our free Summer Reading Program. Read for fun, complete activities, and attend programs to earn prizes! Game boards will be available at all Library locations. 🦖 mcpl.info/srp

📰 The Herald-Times has the scoop on two fun adult programs coming up at the Library! This Saturday afternoon, drop by Ca...
05/28/2026

📰 The Herald-Times has the scoop on two fun adult programs coming up at the Library! This Saturday afternoon, drop by Casual Video Gamers Club: Smushi Come Home to play, watch, or just hang out and chat! Then next Wednesday, teachers are invited to connect with Teen Space staff at our MCCSC Employee Open House.

This weekend: Participate in the last 3 days of the Bloomington Early Music Festival, play games at Garage Con IV on Saturday.

Remember, reflect, and celebrate. Kanopy’s Memorial Day Collection features inspiring films to help honor those who serv...
05/25/2026

Remember, reflect, and celebrate. Kanopy’s Memorial Day Collection features inspiring films to help honor those who served.

All MCPL locations are closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. We’ll see you again Tuesday, May 26! While we’re closed,...
05/25/2026

All MCPL locations are closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. We’ll see you again Tuesday, May 26! While we’re closed, your library card still unlocks eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and more online.

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303 E Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN
47408

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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+18123493050

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