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bpl book launch event for kimarley henry saturday november 9 at 1 p m 3 chad comics characters for new book chat sets the stage

Book Launch Celebration for Comic Author/Artist KIMARLEY HENRY (330 Park)

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Closed
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Author Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Event Details:

Join BPL in celebrating the release of the latest Chad comic book by hometown author and illustrator, Kimarley Henry! You can see the adventures of Chad and his friends featured every week in the Bloomfield Messenger...now meet the author!

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.

Veterans Day - Libraries CLOSED

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

BPL Online is always open!

abc time atrium book and craft wednesdays at 10 30 a m at the b p l atrium

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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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Homeschool Fun Fridays: SCIENCE BYTES WITH MISS NICOLE (Atrium)

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

In this Homeschool Fun Friday, Miss Nicole will take the lead with some fun Science Bytes projects that can be adapted 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.

Caregivers

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

abc time atrium book and craft wednesdays at 10 30 a m at the b p l atrium

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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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Mother Goose Rhyme Time (Atrium)

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join the BPL Youth Librarians for stories and rhymes!  Mother Goose Rhymes are a fun way to help your child fall in love with words.  Best for ages 1 to 3, but all ages are 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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Homeschool Fun Fridays: MOHEGAN TRIBE CULTURAL PROGRAM (Atrium)

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

In this Homeschool Fun Friday, we'll join a live Zoom presentation with representatives of the Mohegan Tribe to learn about their history & culture.

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. 

Libraries CLOSING EARLY

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

Time TBD by the Town. BPL Online is always open!

abc time atrium book and craft wednesdays at 10 30 a m at the b p l atrium

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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. 

Thanksgiving Day & Recess - Libraries CLOSED

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, Off Site, Virtual
Closing
Branches:
BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, Off Site, Virtual
Description:

BPL Online is always open!

On a beige backgroud birds are flying around the black font of Storytime on the Go, at the bottom the BPL logo, we are here for you, and diverse children are popping up out of a grassy area

Storytime on the Go! (Atrium)

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

You may have just picked up the kids, maybe are looking for something to do right before dinner, BPL has the program for you!  Come to the Atrium to listen to a few books, sing some songs, and take a breath before the rest of your evening.&nb

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. 

special storytime event meet an opossum wednesday december 4 at 10 30 a m at the atrium picture of an opossum in a tree

Special Storytime Event: Meet An Opossum! (Atrium)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Nature, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Nature, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Meet a special furry friend!

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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Homeschool Fun Fridays ROBOTICS with the Children's Museum (Atrium)

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library and learn robotics on the first Friday of every month, November to January. We’ll be designing and learning to code our own robots based on what you imagine.

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. 

abc time atrium book and craft wednesdays at 10 30 a m at the b p l atrium

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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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Homeschool Fun Fridays Elementary Nutmeg Award Book Share & Discussion (Atrium)

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library and learn robotics on the first Friday of every month, November to January. We’ll be designing and learning to code our own robots based on what you imagine.

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. 

abc time atrium book and craft wednesdays at 10 30 a m at the b p l atrium

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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. 

flyer with program information white background with orange and teal accent colors, has all program information plus pictures of children from preschool to teen, a picture of a finch robot, as well as the Children's Museum logo

Homeschool Fun Fridays (Atrium)

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library and learn robotics on the first Friday of every month, November to January. We’ll be designing and learning to code our own robots based on what you imagine.

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. 

Libraries CLOSING EARLY

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

Time TBD by the Town. BPL Online is always open!

Christmas Day - Libraries CLOSED

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

BPL Online is always open!

flyer with program information white background with orange and teal accent colors, has all program information plus pictures of children from preschool to teen, a picture of a finch robot, as well as the Children's Museum logo

Homeschool Fun Fridays (Atrium)

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library and learn robotics on the first Friday of every month, November to January. We’ll be designing and learning to code our own robots based on what you imagine.

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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Storytime with Douglas Haddad: best selling local author (Atrium)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us on Mon, Dec 30th at 1:00 pm for Storytime hosted by award-winning educator and bestselling local author Douglas Haddad.

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. 

Libraries CLOSING EARLY

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

BPL Online is always open!

New Year's Day - Libraries CLOSED

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

BPL Online is always open!

flyer with program information white background with orange and teal accent colors, has all program information plus pictures of children from preschool to teen, a picture of a finch robot, as well as the Children's Museum logo

Homeschool Fun Fridays (Atrium)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library and learn robotics on the first Friday of every month, November to January. We’ll be designing and learning to code our own robots based on what you imagine.

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.