1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (154+ words) Shelter reservations at five Bloomington parks are now open for spring, summer and fall 2026. Park shelters are available to rent from mid-April through mid-October and provide space for family picnics, celebrations, work gatherings and other group events. Available rental locations…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (121+ words) Enjoy an open gym'City of Bloomington MN (.gov) Open gym time is now offered for community members to experience casual, unstructured play in a relaxed environment. Participants can play with friends, practice skills and move at their own pace. All…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (151+ words) Walking Club returns this summer'City of Bloomington MN (.gov) Bloomington Parks and Recreation invites residents ages 50 and older to join the annual Walking Club this summer. The free program offers a chance to stay active, meet others and explore Bloomington's…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (130+ words) New Biking Club launches this spring'City of Bloomington MN (.gov) Bloomington Parks and Recreation is offering a new Biking Club for residents ages 50 and older who enjoy riding in a group setting. The free program begins in May and meets…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (102+ words) Indigenous art in the spotlight'City of Bloomington MN (.gov) Indigenous art in the spotlight Bloomington residents are invited to celebrate Indigenous creativity, culture and community at the 2nd Annual Bloomington Indigenous Art Fair, at Civic Plaza, Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. This free, family-friendly…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (101+ words) Save the date and jump-start your gardens with free compost'City of Bloomington MN (.gov) The 2026 Compost Giveaway'is set for'Saturday, May 2,'9 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Western Maintenance Facility, 10500 Hampshire Ave. S.' To claim your compost, RSVP by Wednesday, April 29 at'blm.mn/compost. Only organics…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (181+ words) As snow melts, follow simple steps to prevent spring flooding'City of Bloomington MN (.gov) As snow melts, follow simple steps to prevent spring flooding Spring brings localized flood risks for Bloomington homes. Frozen ground can't absorb rain, while melting snow…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (314+ words) Bloomington's updated Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) garbage rates are officially here for 2026, and smaller carts now mean bigger savings. Currently, garbage carts are available in 35-, 65- and 95-gallon sizes. The PAYT system continues to charge less for smaller garbage carts, but in 2026 the…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (186+ words) Bloomington residents are invited to the free, family-friendly Bloomington Home Fair on Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at Civic Plaza, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road. Hosted by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, this welcoming event is designed for both current and aspiring homeowners looking to…...

2+ day, 52+ min ago  (189+ words) Join a naturalist for a spring fat bike ride on the Minnesota River Bottoms Trail. This group ride will feature various stops for naturalist interpretation and time to enjoy the spring scenery. The ride will be a maximum of five…...