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Mystery Book Discussion: Local Gone Missing (Virtual)

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Open
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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

At this member-run program, we'll be discussing: Local Gone Missing by Fiona Barton. Copies of the book will be available approximately one month in advance at the library's service desk.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. 

Photographs of the six library board members: Ava Biffer, Sherry-Ann Chance, Patrick DeLorenzo, Beverlee Merritt, Erin Corbett, Claudia Gwardyak

Library Board Meeting (Virtual or McMahon Wintonbury)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

All meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Bloomfield Public Library are open to the public, including this hybrid meeting. You may choose to attend on Zoom or McMahon Wintonbury Library.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Changing Hearts and Minds Through LGBTQ+ Narratives (Virtual)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Civics and Social Justice, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Civics and Social Justice, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ryan Bernsten to hear about changing hearts and minds through storytelling with the Trevor Project.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual (with Recording)

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. This program may be recorded.

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Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a story time and craft at our the McMahon Wintonbury Library, 1015 Blue Hills Ave.

Registration is appreciated, but not required. Best for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome!

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Caregivers

This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. 

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Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a guided meditation journey break out of your day with our community partners at Seabury. Seabury is an active life plan community located in Bloomfield. 

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. 

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Tween Dungeons & Dragons (McMW)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens
Waitlist
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

By popular request, we are bringing back a Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) series specifically for Tweens!

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Job Series: Age, Search and Winning Strategies (Virtual)

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Business and Career
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business and Career
Registration Required
Event Details:

Job search can be a challenge and can be compounded by concerns over age and gaps in employment. Deb Krawiec, who has worked successfully with individuals facing career transition for over 20 years, will provide insights on how clie

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. 

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Wintonbury Book Discussion BYOB (Virtual)

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

BYOB (bring your own book) is when readers are invited to share a book that they have read with the group. It could be a book to discuss or just one that you enjoyed. 

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Teen Dungeons & Dragons (McMW)

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Waitlist
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a teen who is new to Dungeons & Dragons or who is just looking for a new group to join? Then this could be the group for you! BPL is hosting this teen-led D&D group for May/June campaign (Thursdays starting May 1st).

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Technology Class: Google Docs Series (McMW)

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Full/Closed
View Details
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that with a free Gmail account, you also have access to a Google Suite of tools that includes Google Docs?

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Saturday Morning Crafts: Diamond Painting Rainbow Coasters (MCMW)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Other
Event Details:

On Pokémon Club Saturdays, swing by McMahon Wintonbury Library early for a fun morning craft! 

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Pokémon Club (McMW)

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
View Details
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Other
Event Details:

Kids are invited to hang out with Miss Nicole at McMahon Wintonbury Library for a Pokémon Club fan zone. Bring your cards to show off to fellow Pokémon fans, and maybe even agree on some cool card trades!

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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A Day of Rainbow Crafting (McMW)

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 8:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
View Details
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Join BPL Staff at McMahon Wintonbury Library on the first day of Summer Reading and a celebration of Pride Month for a fun day of rainbow crafts! 

No registration is required. Crafts will be available for all ages.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Friends Summer Reading

All Summer Reading events are generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.

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Celebrating Johnny School-Boy Taylor: Hartford’s First Professional Black Athlete (330 Park)

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lynette Taylor Grande has lived in Bloomfield for many years. She retired after a rewarding career of teaching in the West Hartford Public School System.  

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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RESCHEDULED TO WED 8/6: Dangers of Extreme Heat - What to Know About Heat and How to Stay Safe (Virtual)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health and Wellness, Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Cancelled
Full/Closed
View Details
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

RESCHEDULED TO WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6. SIGN UP HERE.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual (with Recording)

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. This program may be recorded.

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Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a story time and craft at our the McMahon Wintonbury Library, 1015 Blue Hills Ave.

Registration is appreciated, but not required. Best for ages 2-5, but all ages welcome!

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Caregivers

This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. 

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Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a guided meditation journey break out of your day with our community partners at Seabury. Seabury is an active life plan community located in Bloomfield. 

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. 

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Kendrick Lamar: Griot and Revolutionary (McMW or Virtual)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s Black Music Month, y’all! Celebrate with us the night before Juneteenth with a workshop about Kendrick Lamar and his music taught by Dr. Erin Corbett.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Virtual

You must provide your email address at registration to receive the Zoom link. Make sure to leave the box checked that reads: "Send notifications via e-mail." Your registration confirmation notice includes the Zoom link for the program. 

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Library Building Committee Meeting (Virtual)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Meeting
View Details
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

All meetings of the Library Building Committee are open to the public. All meetings will be remote via Zoom at 6 pm unless otherwise noted on the meeting agenda.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Juneteenth - Libraries CLOSED

All Day
BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Off Site, Virtual
Description:

BPL Online is always open!

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Technology Class: Google Docs Series (McMW)

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Full/Closed
View Details
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that with a free Gmail account, you also have access to a Google Suite of tools that includes Google Docs?

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

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Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration (McMW)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Author Event, Crafts, Performance, Storytime, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
View Details
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Author Event, Crafts, Performance, Storytime, Workshop
Event Details:

Join dance educator and author Coryse Villarouel for an exciting workshop celebrating Caribbean dance and Carnival! Learn how to create a traditional headpiece, master vibrant dance moves, and hear Ms.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Friends Summer Reading

All Summer Reading events are generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.

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African Drumming Workshop with The Lost Tribe (McMW)

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice, Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
View Details
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice, Performance
Event Details:

Jocelyn Pleasant and members of The Lost Tribe Band will conduct an African Drumming Workshop for all ages, generously funded by the Friends of Bloomfield Public Library.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Friends Summer Reading

All Summer Reading events are generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.

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Red Sox-Yankees: The Greatest Rivalry in Sports (McMW)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the most intense rivalry in American sports - maybe the world.

Notes

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at least one week prior to the event.

Friends Summer Reading

All Summer Reading events are generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.