Join the City for Utility Bill Skills, resource fairs that offer valuable resources to help you manage and lower costs on your utility bills. Representatives from Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota, Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County and the City of Bloomington Solid Waste and Sustainability will be there with resources to help you save money on electric, gas, water, and waste bills. Enjoy complimentary snacks, coffee, and tea as you learn how to navigate your utility bills, apply for assistance and implement resource-saving tips for your home.

Location
Penn Lake Library
8800 Penn Ave. S.

Dates
Wednesday, January 28, 2-4 p.m 
Wednesday, February 25, 2-4 p.m 

The HRA board meeting begins at 6 PM and will be held in Council Chambers.

Kick the winter blues at the Third Annual Blades and Bites event. Enjoy skating and fun for the whole family! Food will be available for purchase through local food trucks. All attendees will be eligible for fun games and giveaways, while supplies last. 

• When and Where:
  • Saturday, January 31, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Bryant Park, 1001 W. 85th St.
• Weather: Event is weather dependent. Please call (952-563-8878 option 3) for updates.
• Equipment: A limited number of ice skates will be available to rent for free. Participants are welcome to bring their own skates.
• Fee: Free. There is no entry fee or registration required.  

Presented as part of the annual Bloomington Winter Fete

Wondering what Blades and Bites is all about?  Check out this short video from the 2023 event! 

Winter Fete: Blades and Bites recap

Contact Parks and Recreation for questions or additional information.

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

Make the most out of your retirement years.  

Adults 50 years of age and above, join Dawn Marcotte, Certified Professional Retirement Coach, as she shares about building (or rebuilding) your social, emotional, and intellectual life. 

It's not too late to build a life in retirement that is filled with friendship, joy, and a purpose that launches you out of bed each morning.

• Cost: FREE.
• Registration: Required and accepted until event is full.
  • Space is limited to 30 participants on a first come, first served basis.
  • Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.

For questions or more information, contact 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov. 

Decorate festive holiday cookies to take home! 

Our Five Days of Holiday Fun comes to a close with fun, festive holiday cookie decorating. 

Decorate seasonal cookies with frosting, sprinkles, and plenty of creative flair. It’s a sweet and cheerful way to wrap up our week of holiday fun.

• Cost: FREE.
• Registration: Required and accepted until event is full.
  • Space is limited to 16 participants on a first come, first served basis.
  • Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.

For questions or more information, contact 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov. 

Sing seasonal and other songs karaoke style! 

Day two of our Five Days of Holiday Fun features an afternoon of karaoke. 

Sing your favorite songs, cheer on friends and enjoy a relaxed and festive time together.

• Cost: FREE.
• Registration: Required and accepted until event is full.
  • Space is limited to 30 participants on a first come, first served basis.
  • Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.

For questions or more information, contact 952-563-4944, MN Relay 711, or parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov.