Friends of the Monroe Co. Public Library (IN)

04/21/2026

🍽️ Dine Out for the Library at Uptown Café, a Bloomington favorite since 1976. Visit Tuesday, April 21, show your flyer, and 20% of your bill will benefit the Friends of the Library, helping bring amazing Library programs to our community.

04/17/2026

The Friends of the Library Big Spring Book Sale is open to all! Visit the Downtown Library to shop, the sale is restocked all weekend!

📚 Friday, April 17: 10 AM–6 PM (all books 50¢–$2)
🛒 Saturday, April 18: 10 AM–6 PM (all books 50¢–$2)
🏷️ Sunday, April 19: 12–6 PM (fill 🛍️ for $12; fill 📦 for $18)
🆓 Monday, April 20: 9 AM–2 PM ( everything left is free!)

04/16/2026

Weekend plans? Shop the Friends of the Library Big Spring Book Sale, or course! The Herald-Times has details and more fun activities.

Wildflower hike, bird feeder cleaning, Earth Day celebrations and films are part of the weekend events in Bloomington.

04/15/2026

Make space on your bookshelves—the Friends of the Library Big Spring Book Sale kicks off Thursday with a preview sale just for Friends members! 📚 Join at the door or on our website. The sale opens to the public Friday morning!

The Friend of the Library Big Spring Book Sale is coming up in less than two weeks! 🐻‍❄️💙📚 Take advantage of the decluttering efforts of others and stock your bookshelves!

04/01/2026

Imagine a world without free access to books, internet, or job training. Libraries provide these services every day—but we need your help. This , support MCPL by becoming a Friend of the Library! 🐻‍❄️ 🌈 📚

03/16/2026

🍕 Too tired to cook this Monday? Dine Out for the Library at Bucceto's Pizza Pasta tonight! 🍝 Eat some delicious pasta and pizza, all while supporting the Library programs and services you love. Just make sure to show your flyer and Bucceto's Pizza Pasta will donate 20% of your tab to the Friends!

03/09/2026

It's National Meatball Day! 🍝 This Monday, treat yourself and support the Friends at Dine Out for the Library at Bucceto's Pizza Pasta! Eat at Bucceto's Pizza Pasta or Bucceto's Pizza Pasta - West, just remember to show your flyer! (in the comments!)

Meatball Heaven just hit different 🤤 Hunks of savory meatball, earthy mushrooms & bold gorgonzola cheese all melted inside a golden, perfectly baked calzone. If you’re doing Munchie Monday right… this is it. 🔥

Order in the app, get it delivered, or come grab yours and taste what heaven really looks like. 🍕✨

02/25/2026

Looking for another way to share your Library Love this month? 💙 Libro.fm has launched a new promotion—just donate $15 or more to your Friends of the Library by February 28 to receive a free Libro.fm audiobook credit. Support the Friends by donating to our Annual Fund Drive! 🐻‍❄️ Link in comments.

02/24/2026

A delicious way to give back! 🍽️ 📚 Join us for Dine Out for the Library at FARMbloomington on Tuesday, February 24, and Thursday, February 26. Enjoy a three-course dinner for $30 and $15 from every meal goes to the Friends to support Library programs and resources. Make your reservation now! Link in comments.

02/13/2026

💝 Got a library lover in your life? Surprise them this with a special gift from the Friends of the Monroe Co. Public Library (IN) Bookstore! From exclusive MCPL mugs and literary merch to DVD collections and art prints, you’re sure to find something truly unique. 📚 Best of all, every penny you spend supports Library programs and resources!

01/08/2026

🍕 Dine Out for Monroe County Public Library (Indiana) from 11 AM–9 PM on Thursdays, January 8, 15, 22, and 29, at either the east or west Mother Bear's Pizza locations. Mother Bear's will donate $5 to the Friends for every large pizza you order accompanied by this flyer. 🐻

📄 Valid for inside dining, carry out, delivery, and with any of Mother Bear's specials. Electronic coupons will not be accepted, so make sure to print your flyer at mcpl.info/dineout and bring it with you! You must have a separate flyer for every large pizza. Enjoy great pizza and a local tradition while making amazing Library programs possible. 🐻‍❄️

12/22/2025

Last-minute gifts? We’ve got you! 🎄📚
The Friends of the Library Bookstore is open Tuesday, December 23 from 11 AM–7 PM.