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Bring The Hoopla

Bring The Hoopla (McMW)

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
McMW Lawn at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

BringtheHoopla brings the fun back into fitness with their high energy, unique program where they use Hoopla hoops as the main tool.  They build self-confidence, and focus on teamwork and creativity.

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.

Exercise

You may wish to consult your doctor before doing these exercises. By performing any fitness exercises, you are performing them at your own risk.

Bilingual Storytime

Let's Read! ~ Leamos! (McMW)

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Acompañen a la Srta. Mara y a la Srta. Christina en una hora de cuentos bilingüe en la biblioteca. Libros, canciones y actividades en inglés y español, seguidas de una actividad. Ideal para niños de 2 a 6 años, ¡pero todos son bienvenidos!

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.

Saturday morning crafts rainbow coasters image of diamond painting rainbow coasters

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
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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.

a day of rainbow crafting at McMahon june 16 no registration all ages image of clouds with rainbow background

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.

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!

special storytime event meet tulip the groundhog image of groundhog and pink tulips

Special Storytime Event: Meet Tulip the Groundhog! (McMW)

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Nature, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Nature, Storytime, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Staff of The Children’s Museum of West Hartford with be bringing a special furry friend to our storytime! 

Best for ages 3 and under, but all families are welcome. Registration is not required, but is appreciated.

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. 

Independence Day - 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!

Let's bubble poppin boogie july 11 image of performer and bubbles

Let's Bubble Poppin' Boogie! (McMW)

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
McMW Lawn at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness, Performance, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Lawn
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Performance, Storytime, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's Bubble Poppin' Boogie!  Get ready to dance and have fun in this interactive musical adventure with performer Joy Blooms!

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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Let's Make Friendship Bracelets! (McMW)

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
View Details
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Let's make friendship bracelets!

Kids, tweens, and teens can come out of the summer heat, relax, and design their own bracelets at our McMahon Wintonbury Library. BPL will provide all supplies.

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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Pokémon "In the Park" (Filley Park)

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Gaming, Health and Wellness, Nature, Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
View Details
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Health and Wellness, Nature, Other
Event Details:

In July, Pokémon Club is going to have some outdoors fun at Filley Park!

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.

mystic seaport museum presents scrimshaw the sailor's art july 22 image of whale tooth carved with image of ship

Mystic Seaport presents, "Scrimshaw: The Sailor’s Art" (McMW)

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the unique art form of scrimshaw, which was born aboard whaling ships in the 1800s. Discover what elements in the lives of whalemen at sea helped them develop the art of scrimshaw.

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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Sportstacking with Glenn Costello (McMW)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

SEE IT-BELIEVE IT-TRY IT…..SPORTSTACKING WITH SPEEDSTACKS!

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.

child with flower arrangements

Build A Flower Bouquet For Families (McMW)

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Crafts, Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build a Bouquet: Children and their caregivers can learn about flowers and making bouquets.  Then they can

work together to build an arrangement.


 

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. 

Friends Summer Reading

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

science heroes adventure of the missing color august 8 best for ages 8 to 12 image of cartoon scientists and rainbow spectrum of colors

SUMMER READING FINALE featuring Science Heroes: "Adventure of the Missing Color" (McMW)

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Performance, Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Performance, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

On this final day of our Summer Reading program, join BPL and Science Heroes on a mission to turn science into an adventure!

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.

Labor Day - 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!

Veterans Day - 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!

Libraries CLOSING EARLY

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:

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

Thanksgiving Day & Recess - Libraries CLOSED

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
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!

Libraries CLOSING EARLY

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:

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

Christmas Day - 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!

Libraries CLOSING EARLY

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:

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