HGA Architects and City staff are in the process of creating a draft design of the new Community Health and Wellness Center. 

Review and comment on the draft concepts in the Black Box Theater during the Indoor Farmers Market at Bloomington Civic Plaza. Saturday, February 8, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

• You can also review the designs and provide feedback online through March 1, 2025 at Let's Talk Bloomington. 

Visit bloomingtonforward.org/chwc for more details about the Community Health and Wellness Center project. 

Questions?  Email forward@bloomingtonmn.gov.

History Presentation Series by David Jones. 

Step back in time with history presenter David Jones as he brings the past to life in this education series.

• Free event for adults ages 50 and above. 
• Registration is required and accepted until full. Space is limited.
• Sign up at Webtrac 

Questions? Contact Creekside at 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or creekside@bloomingtonmn.gov

Additional History Presentation Series events

• The Lincoln Assassination: A Fragile Time - Tuesday, February 25 , 10 a.m. 
• Apollo: Why We Went to the Moon - Tuesday, April 8, 10 a.m. 

History Presentation Series by David Jones. 

Step back in time with history presenter David Jones as he brings the past to life in this education series.

• Free event for adults ages 50 and above. 
• Registration is required and accepted until full. Space is limited.
• Sign up at Webtrac 

Questions? Contact Creekside at 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or creekside@bloomingtonmn.gov

Additional History Presentation Series events

• The Lincoln Assassination: A Fragile Time - Tuesday, February 25 , 10 a.m. 
• Charles Lindbergh: Triumph, Tragedy and Controversy - Tuesday, May 13, 10 a.m. 

History Presentation Series by David Jones. 

Step back in time with history presenter David Jones as he brings the past to life in this education series.

• Free event for adults ages 50 and above. 
• Registration is required and accepted until full. Space is limited.
• Sign up at Webtrac 

Questions? Contact Creekside at 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or creekside@bloomingtonmn.gov

Additional History Presentation Series events

• Apollo: Why We Went to the Moon - Tuesday, April 8, 10 a.m. 
• Charles Lindbergh: Triumph, Tragedy and Controversy - Tuesday, May 13, 10 a.m. 

Swap clean, gently used items for babies 2 years and younger. All are welcome at the swap, and all items are given and taken freely. Note: Items at the swap are provided "as is" with no guarantee of the condition or working order.

How to shop: 

• Stop by on Saturday and peruse donated items.
• All items are free!
• You do not have to donate items to shop the swap.

How to donate:

We invite community in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas to join this virtual event focused on reflection, connection, and action. The National Day of Racial Healing is an opportunity to come together as a community, engage in courageous conversations, and work towards building a more inclusive and just society.

Through healing conversations and collective efforts, we can break down barriers, strengthen bonds, and create a future of mutual respect and understanding. Together, we heal, grow, and move forward. 

Register online and learn about the history of the National Day of Racial Healing at dayofracialhealing.org.

Featured speaker

Dr. Anton Treuer

Dr. Anton Treuer (pronounced troy-er) is a professor of Ojibwe at Bemidji State University and author of many books. He is building an Ojibwe teacher training program at BSU and his equity, education, and cultural work has put him on a path of service around the nation and the world.

Make magic memories on the ice during this FREE event at Sunrise Park!  

• Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family, including: 
  • Photos with props
  • Coloring and crafts
    • Make a snowflake dreamcatcher
  • Music
  • Lots of skating!  

Download and share the Magic & Memories 2025 flyer.

NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for January 31. 

Questions? Contact Parks and Recreation at:

• 952-563-8877
• MN Relay 711
• parksrec@Bloomingtonmn.gov

Make magic memories on the ice during this FREE event at Running Park!  

• Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family, including: 
  • Photos with props
  • Coloring and crafts
    • Make a snowflake dreamcatcher
  • Music
  • Lots of skating!  

Download and share the Magic & Memories 2025 flyer.

Questions? Contact Parks and Recreation at:

• 952-563-8877
• MN Relay 711
• parksrec@Bloomingtonmn.gov

In a world of convenience, grab and go snacks are a big plastic packaging culprit. Join Bloomington staff to make and enjoy a plastic-free grab and go snack and discuss plastic-free snacking challenges and strategies.

This event is held in partnership with the Plastic Free Challenge, which takes place during the entire month of February. Learn more about the challenge at blm.mn/plasticfree and join the City of Bloomington team at blm.mn/join.

Snack recipe may contain nuts and gluten. Limited to 15 households. Please RSVP below.