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Aunt Flow period products now available

Approximately 86% of people reportedly start their period in public without the supplies they need.* The Library has selected the vendor Aunt Flow to bring free period products to patrons to help address period poverty, equity, and inclusivity within the community.

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July 25, 2023
Adult Basic Literacy
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This collection of resources is designed to support adult learners in improving basic literacy skills. Each book is selected to enhance vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking. 

Adult Education
June 25, 2023
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Discover how nature recovers from disaster, along with efforts driven by passionate people to save the planet they love.

Nature and the Environment
June 22, 2023
Lost in Fairyland
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Are you in the mood to travel to a different world instead of the beach this summer? Me too. If you aren't ready to dance in a mushroom ring under a full moon or following a strange winged creature into the forest, give one of these books a try! 

Recommended Fiction
June 21, 2023
LGBTQIA+ Graphic Novels & Manga
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Celebrate Pride with this list of fiction and nonfiction LGBTQIA+ graphic novels and manga!

Even More Staff Picks
May 11, 2023
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The Well Said series is designed to improve the pronunciation and communication skills of beginner to advanced students from all language backgrounds. It offers a clear course plan covering the essential areas of pronunciation, including stress, rhythm, and intonation–features that research shows help students the most. Additionally, there are over 50 pages of activities that focus on consonant and vowel sounds.

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May 10, 2023
2023 Be More Awards Recognize Library Volunteers Ann Bunger and Sylvia McNair. Photos of the two women are shown in circles on an orange background.

We are so fortunate to have volunteers who contribute their time, talent, and energy to the Library! Today, we celebrate two volunteers who go above and beyond—Ann Bunger and Sylvia McNair, 2023 recipients of the City of Bloomington Volunteer Network Be More Awards! 

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April 27, 2023
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by reading books from AAPI authors or about AAPI experiences! Check out more information about AAPI Heritage Month.

Even More Staff Picks
April 19, 2023
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Need a rainy day read? Try one from this list of books featuring "rain" and "weather" in the titles!

Even More Staff Picks
March 20, 2023
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Why are there so many books on running a business? The sea of opportunity and obstacles are constantly moving, and so should you. Check out these titles to help you with your next big business idea.

Topical Guides
January 31, 2023
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February is Black History Month! Celebrate the culture and achievements of African Americans by reading one of these fiction titles written by a Black author.

Recommended Fiction
January 16, 2023
Slash Subscriptions in 2024

With so many entertainment platforms, it’s easy to stack subscriptions and blow your budget. We’re here to help you save your hard earned cash! Put away your credit card, pull out your library card, and try some of our Library services.

Instead of Netflix, plan your movie nights with Kanopy, a high-quality video streaming service with over 30,000 films. Don’t miss Kanopy’s selection of brand-new titles from BBC Film!

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January 3, 2023
Human Hibernation
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Writer Anne Lamott said, “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” So slow down, curl up, and ruminate this season with one of these thoughtful reads.

Even More Staff Picks
December 21, 2022
Happy Hopepunk Holidays
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Celebrate the holiday season with Hopepunk fiction! Hopepunk, as defined by author Alexandra Rowland, is a science fiction subcategory defined as “the opposite of grimdark.” It focuses on characters fighting for societal change, radical kindness, and the good of humanity.

Recommended Fiction
November 17, 2022
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Fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and poetry that remind of us of the vitality and relevance of North America’s diverse indigenous cultures.

Even More Staff Picks
October 27, 2022