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Tween Dungeons & Dragons (McMW)

Wednesday, May 28, 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.

DELAYED OPENING: BPL Atrium Opens at 1PM

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
BPL Atrium Library
Closing
Branches:
BPL Atrium Library
Description:

Every Thursday in May, BPL Atrium will open at 1PM to prepare for the next phase in the buildings project.

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Homeschool Fun Fridays: Games! (McMW)

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our last Homeschool Fun Friday of the Season!  We will be playing games of all kinds.  Play with BPL games or bring your own.

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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Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW)

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the world of board games beyond the traditional choices and see what all the fun is about! Come try new and exciting games at McMahon Wintonbury Library on Saturdays, May 31 and June 28.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Tweens image of logo plus action figures from the 1980's Dungeons and Dragons cartoon

Tween Dungeons & Dragons (McMW)

Wednesday, June 4, 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.

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.

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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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Tweens image of logo plus action figures from the 1980's Dungeons and Dragons cartoon

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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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 - 6:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
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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.

Johnny School Boy Taylor

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:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, 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.

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!

Samuel E. Pair Author Event

Author Talk With Samuel E. Pair, Le Yankee Noir-The Power of Acceptance (McMW)

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Business and Career, Civics and Social Justice
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Business and Career, Civics and Social Justice
Registration Required
Event Details:

Foreign Assignment Uncorks Intercultural Acceptance
 

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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Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW)

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the world of board games beyond the traditional choices and see what all the fun is about! Come try new and exciting games at McMahon Wintonbury Library on Saturdays, March 29 and April 26.

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.

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!

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Make a Minecraft Bobblehead (McMW)

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Gaming, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Gaming, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's make a Minecraft Clay Bobblehead!

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.

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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.

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Crafternoon: Happy Birthday, Harry Potter! (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW)

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a Harry Potter fan? Today is his birthday! Join us for a variety of Hogwarts inspired crafts and snacks. 

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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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!