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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!

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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. 

fall 2024 Pokemon club saturdays at 1 p m image of pikachu and poke ball

Pokémon Club (330 Park)

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Kids are invited to hang out with Miss Nicole at 330 Park Ave., Bloomfield (Room 131) 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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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. 

Mohegan Tribe youth program about culture, stories, and history friday november 22 at 1 30 p m on zoom images of Mohegan tribe members and artifacts

Mohegan Tribe: Culture, Stories, and History (Virtual)

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Storytime, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 199
Event Details:

The Mohegan Tribe can bring our culture, stories, and history to you!

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. 

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!

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!

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

fall 2024 Pokemon club saturdays at 1 p m image of pikachu and poke ball

Pokémon Club (330 Park)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Kids are invited to hang out with Miss Nicole at 330 Park Ave., Bloomfield (Room 131) 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.

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!

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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. 

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. 

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Homeschool Fun Fridays (Atrium)

Friday, January 10, 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. 

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 17, 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. 

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Homeschool Fun Fridays (Atrium)

Friday, January 24, 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. 

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Homeschool Fun Fridays (Atrium)

Friday, January 31, 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. 

Presidents' 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!