You don’t need much to practice yoga–just a mat, maybe a strap and a couple of yoga blocks, and some yoga books and DVDs from our collection to guide you.
Here’s a sampling in celebration of International Yoga Day June 21. Namaste!
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These library books will help you learn to care for a wide variety of animal companions--in addition to cats and dogs, you can find books on snakes, chickens, horses and more!
June 12, 2017
Did you know that the Empire State Building is built with limestone from Monroe County? The Soldiers and Sailors Monument on the Circle in Indianapolis, the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, Tribune Tower in Chicago, the Lincoln Memorial in D.C., and a host of other buildings and statues, including our own Library Bears—all use limestone from local quarries. You can travel all over the country to see some of these amazing creations—or you can stay right here in Monroe County, and enjoy a perfectly awe-inspiring view of beautifully crafted stonework.
June 10, 2017
PHOTO: ROHIT TANDON
We like our media on the go—and ad-free, quality content is yours* from the Library on your phone, tablet, or computer, at no cost, with no overdue charges. Use these free apps for eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, movies, music, language learning, and more.
June 8, 2017
Limestone stories are built into the foundation of our community. Read or watch a few to find out how limestone has shaped Bloomington, Indiana, and beyond.
May 23, 2017
So much great stuff is in Level Up—free to use with your Library card—for people of all ages and skill levels. But how do you know how to match up your creative interests with the amazing equipment and software here waiting for you?
Level Up’s useful Resources page is what you want. We've scoured the web for the best free guides to digital creativity and posted them there for beginners, experts, and everybody in between (and don't forget collection of books and magazines in Level Up!).
May 22, 2017
Summer is a great time to take your favorite companions on a road trip. Book lovers take some companions to the beach. The best companions don't need a beach at all. Here's to summer and good friends.
May 22, 2017
It’s officially backyard garden and Farmers' Market season! If you’re looking for some fresh new recipes to liven up your cooking repertoire, check out one of these vegan cookbooks. Vegan cooking is entirely plant based, using no eggs, dairy, or other animal products.
May 17, 2017
The wait between Star Wars movies is just too long for true fanatics! A good read can help you "Force" yourself to hang in there. Enjoy these stories featuring familiar Star Wars characters—and other tales of galaxies far, far away.
May 4, 2017
Every day is a celebration of reading at the Library! But Día (or El día de los niños, El día de los libros) is an extra special celebration.
April 30, 2017
Reading books like these can be one way to remember those who lost their lives during military service. From the American Revolution to more modern conflicts, a wide range of people affected by war are represented here.
April 27, 2017
Many of our myths and stories center on forests, which play a vital role in each of the following books.
April 24, 2017
Planning a May 4th Star Wars party—or getting your geek on for a Game of Thrones screening with friends? Whatever you nerd out about, there's a cookbook to add some flair (and food) to your next gathering.
April 24, 2017
Libraries support all different kinds of literacy, including financial literacy, the crucial ability to make informed decisions about your money. You can find a wide range of practical resources at the Library to help you become more literate in personal finance. Take a look at these selected titles.
April 23, 2017
