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Programs for Preschoolers
Toy Time
When: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dates: January 5–May 22
Where:
Banneker Community Center
930 W. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Join us on the third floor for drop-in playtime. Banneker provides a variety of toys for preschool-age children and seating for adults. Participation is free, and registration is not required.
Ages: 5 and younger, with an adult.
Notes: There are no classes when Banneker is closed.
Story Adventure Hour
When: Mondays, 11 a.m.–noon
Dates: January 5–May 22
Where:
Banneker Community Center
930 W. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Storybooks come alive on the third floor with music, movement, and making new friends. Participation is free, and registration is not required.
Ages: 5 and younger, with an adult.
Notes: There are no classes when Banneker is closed.
Pint Size Picassos
When: Tuesdays, 11 a.m.–noon
Dates: January 5–May 22
Where:
Banneker Community Center
930 W. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Children explore a world of colors and shapes through various art mediums and create works of art you’ll want to hang on your fridge. Participation is free, and registration is not required.
Ages: 5 and younger, with an adult.
Notes: There are no classes when Banneker is closed.
Little Explorers
When: Wednesdays, 11 a.m.–noon
Dates: January 5–May 22
Where:
Banneker Community Center
930 W. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Dive into messy adventures as we embark on sensory exploration through a range of hands-on activities. Participation is free, and registration is not required.
Ages: 5 and younger, with an adult.
Notes: There are no classes when Banneker is closed.
Tiny Innovators
When: Thursdays, 11 a.m.–noon
Dates: January 5–May 22
Where:
Banneker Community Center
930 W. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Spark curiosity and creativity by exploring concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math through experiments and activities. Participation is free, and registration is not required.
Ages: 5 and younger, with an adult.
Notes: There are no classes when Banneker is closed.
Physical Fridays
When: Fridays, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Dates: January 5–May 22
Where:
Banneker Community Center
930 W. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Bring your little ones to the Banneker gym to get out the wiggles with plenty of space and toys to enjoy. There are floor scooters, soccer balls, basketballs, hula hoops, tumbling mats, and more. Participation is free, and registration is not required.
Ages: 5 and younger, with an adult.
Notes: There are no classes when Banneker is closed.
Programs for School-Age Children
- Community Zoo by You: details and registration
- Imaginary Zoo by You (Spring Break series at Switchyard Park): details and registration