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Thanksgiving Day & Recess - Libraries CLOSED

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Closing
Branches:
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Description:

BPL Online is always open!

game board, dice

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

Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
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! Try new and exciting games at McMahon Wintonbury Library. Games and instruction are provided by Anthony Ferello.

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.

guess how many moons are in the jar image of moon and bouncy balls

Guess How Many "Moons" Are in the Jar! (Prosser)

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Prosser Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

To keep the fun of NASA's International Observe the Moon Night going, BPL's Youth Department will be hosting a special guessing game for the month of December!

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.

Knitting for Teens and Tweens December 2, 9, 16, 23

Beginner Knitting for Teens and Tweens (McMW)

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to try knitting? This class is for you! Learn knitting basics while working on a project designed for beginners. Knitting needles and yarn will be provided. Registration is required.

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.

afterschool chess club image of teen presenter and some chess pieces

Youth Chess Club (McMW)

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
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:

Come learn and play chess!

Join Yonatan Axelrad of New Britain Chess Club for chess instruction and supervised games.

For children ages 8 and up. All skill levels 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.

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Homeschool Fun Friday: Children's Museum (Robotics)

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Department
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bloomfield Public Library is excited to once again partner with the Children's Museum of West Hartford for some great Fun Friday programs! They will join us at our Prosser Library location on the first and second Friday of each month.

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.

pups at prosser image of cocker spaniel and logo for the read to dogs program

Pups at Prosser: Read to a Dog (Prosser)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Prosser Youth Study Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Study Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join Daphne Wilcox and her dog Zuri at Prosser Library for this R.E.A.D.®program series that gives readers of all ages the opportunity to practice reading and communication skills with a registered therapy animal.

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.

Beginner Knitting for Teens and Tweens (McMW)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to try knitting? This class is for you! Learn knitting basics while working on a project designed for beginners. Knitting needles and yarn will be provided. Registration is required.

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.

cookies and crafts Wednesday December 10, 2025 2-4

Cookies and Crafts (McMW)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

No school? No problem! Come to McMahon Wintonbury Library to work on a craft while enjoying cookies. Crafts and cookies will be provided for children of 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.

robots rock the room robo-motion book

Robots Rock the Room (Prosser)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Author Event, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bloomfield Schools are out early on Dec. 10, so we've planned a special author event. During this lively, interactive program, you'll move like robots—but in surprising ways.

Notes

Caregivers

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

afterschool chess club image of teen presenter and some chess pieces

Youth Chess Club (McMW)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
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:

Come learn and play chess!

Join Yonatan Axelrad of New Britain Chess Club for chess instruction and supervised games.

For children ages 8 and up. All skill levels 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.

Homeschool Fun Fridays image of gathered children smiling list of programs

Homeschool Fun Friday: Children's Museum (Engineering & Live Animals)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Department
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bloomfield Public Library is excited to once again partner with the Children's Museum of West Hartford for some great Fun Friday programs! They will join us at our Prosser Library location on the first and second Friday of each month.

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.

photo of yarn on arms and sample scarf

Arm Knit a Scarf (McMW)

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Open
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:

Did you know it's possible to knit using only your arms? No experience necessary! Make a scarf using one skein of chunky yarn and your arms. All supplies and instruction are provided. 

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.

pups at prosser image of cocker spaniel and logo for the read to dogs program

Pups at Prosser: Read to a Dog (Prosser)

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Prosser Youth Study Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Study Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join Daphne Wilcox and her dog Zuri at Prosser Library for this R.E.A.D.®program series that gives readers of all ages the opportunity to practice reading and communication skills with a registered therapy animal.

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.

pokemon club at prosser library december 13 at 11:30 a image of pikachu in fall leaves

Pokémon Club @ Prosser

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Other
Event Details:

Pokémon Club returns to Prosser Library at a new time (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM)!

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.

Beginner Knitting for Teens and Tweens (McMW)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to try knitting? This class is for you! Learn knitting basics while working on a project designed for beginners. Knitting needles and yarn will be provided. Registration is required.

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.

afterschool chess club image of teen presenter and some chess pieces

Youth Chess Club (McMW)

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
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:

Come learn and play chess!

Join Yonatan Axelrad of New Britain Chess Club for chess instruction and supervised games.

For children ages 8 and up. All skill levels 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.

Homeschool Fun Fridays image of gathered children smiling list of programs

Homeschool Fun Friday: Crazy 8s Math (Prosser)

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Department
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bloomfield Public Library is excited to once again partner with the Children's Museum of West Hartford for some great Fun Friday programs! They will join us at our Prosser Library location on the first and second Friday of each month.

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.

Beginner Knitting for Teens and Tweens (McMW)

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to try knitting? This class is for you! Learn knitting basics while working on a project designed for beginners. Knitting needles and yarn will be provided. Registration is required.

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 (Time TBD)

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Closing
Branches:
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Description:

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

Christmas Day - Libraries CLOSED

All Day
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Closing
Branches:
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Description:

BPL Online is always open!

make a bead fidget keychain image of a string of beads on a key chain

Bead Fidget Keychains (Prosser)

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Department
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for a fun craft project during winter holidays? Tweens and Teens are invited to Prosser Library for a drop-in craft: make your own bead fidget key chain!

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.

hands with chunky yarn

Arm Knit a Scarf for Tweens & Teens (McMW)

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know it's possible to knit using only your arms? No experience necessary! Make a scarf using one skein of chunky yarn and your arms. All supplies and instruction are provided. 

For teens and tweens. Limited space available.

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 (Time TBD)

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Closing
Branches:
McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual, Temporary Locations
Description:

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