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'Appy Hour: Meet BPL's Top Apps for Your Phone, Tablet, and TV (McMW)

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet BPL Online at this fast-paced technology class reviewing BPL's Top Apps for your phone, tablet, and TV. Discover the app that connects you to your BPL digital library card.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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BPL Strategic Plan Celebration (Prosser)

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate with us as we unveil Bloomfield Public Library’s next Strategic Plan and mark an exciting new chapter for our community.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Youth Chess Club (McMW)

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
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, tweens and teens (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 two weeks prior to the event.

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The Buzz about Bees (McMW)

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Nature
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this interactive, educational science program, the room is set up as beehives and gardens. Teams race to gather the pollen and nectar as they learn about the lives and jobs of honeybees. 

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Black History Month Film and Discussion: Sinners (Prosser)

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Civics and Social Justice, Film
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics and Social Justice, Film
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Black History Month, we will watch the film Sinners (2025) and then have a discussion about themes found in the film. The discussion will be modified by Dr. Erin Corbett. Refreshments will be 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 two weeks prior to the event.

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International Pokémon Day Celebration! (Prosser)

All Day
Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Gaming, Other
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Department
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Gaming, Other
Event Details:

February 27th is International Pokémon Day! 

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Homeschool Fun Friday: Let's Play Games! (Prosser)

Friday, February 27, 2026 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 two weeks prior to the event.

Introduction To Making Sourdough Bread Saturday 2/28/2026 at 11am

Introduction to Sourdough (Prosser)

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Food and Drink, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Food and Drink, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the art and science of artisan sourdough in this comprehensive program with Isabelle from Wild Rise! You’ll learn everything from nurturing your starter to creating beautiful, flavorful loaves.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Author Talk: Searching for Tadpoles: The Journey to Motherhood of a Single Mother by Choice by Connie Rutherford (Prosser)

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Civics and Social Justice
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Civics and Social Justice
Registration Required
Event Details:

BPL is proud to partner with Doll’s House Foundation to celebrate Black History Month by welcoming multiracial author and proud single mother Connie Rutherford.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Tech Class Series: Computer Basics (Prosser)

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Prosser Technology Classroom (Upper Level) at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Technology Classroom (Upper Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you consider yourself a beginning computer user and need help with basic technology skills, this class is for 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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Upward Mobility Program - Information Table (McMW)

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Civics and Social Justice, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics and Social Justice, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

Stop by McMahon Wintonbury Library to learn more about the Upward Mobility program at The Village for Families & Children in Hartford. Upward Mobility is a partnership program where coaches work one-on-one with you and your family.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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AI in Everyday Life Workshop (Prosser)

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Prosser Technology Classroom (Upper Level) at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Technology Classroom (Upper Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Everyday Life is a lively, one-hour hands-on workshop designed to demystify artificial intelligence and show how it’s already part of our daily routines.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

Paws and Pages Wed. 3/4/26 at McMW at 10:30 AM

Paws & Pages: Special Storytime With The Connecticut Humane Society (McMW)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Community Event, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is designed for early learners interested in pets.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

meditation every wednesday with Seabury

Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a guided meditation break with our community partners at Seabury. Seabury is an active life plan community located in Bloomfield. 

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 two weeks 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. 

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Caregiver Support Group/Healing Hearts (Bloomfield Senior Center)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you are a caregiver or are coping with the loss of a loved one, we invite you to join us at 1:30 pm on the first Wednesday of each month at the Bloomfield Senior Center. Assuming responsibility for the care of a family member with health o

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 two weeks prior to the event.

Rick Stromoski's Cartooning Workshop

Cartooning Workshop with Rick Stromoski (Prosser)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Author Event, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rick Stromoski is our featured presenter as part of our Library Open House to Celebrate BPS Literacy Week!

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 two weeks prior to the event.

library open house bpl literacy week

Library OPEN HOUSE to Celebrate BPS Literacy Week (Prosser)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Prosser Library
Program Type:
Author Event, Community Event, Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Author Event, Community Event, Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for our Library Open House as we celebrate BPS Literacy Week!

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 two weeks prior to the event.

BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC ART COMMISSION

BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC ART COMMISSION Monthly Meeting (Virtual)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts and Culture, Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Meeting
Registration Required

Notes

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. 

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Millennials Read (Kyoto, Simsbury)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

At this no-stress book discussion, join readers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to talk about current book picks. You do not need to be reading anything to participate. A partnership between Bloomfield, Granby, and Simsbury libraries and open to all.

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Teens Teach Teens & Literacy Week: Crochet a Bookmark (McMW)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this Teens Teach Teens event to celebrate Literacy Week in Bloomfield! Mia will introduce you to basic crocheting stitches and you will create a bookmark. BPL will match each bookmark with a FREE Teen book for you to keep!

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Book Voyagers: Rise with Resilience (Prosser)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

BPL is proud to once again partner with CT Humanities to bring back the Book Voyagers series. All of our March 2026 featured titles represent the theme, "Rise with Resilience."

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 two weeks prior to the event.

Caregivers

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

How to Utilize Home Equity presentation by DutchPoint Credit Union

How To Utilize Home Equity (Prosser)

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Business and Career, Finance, Legal
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business and Career, Finance, Legal
Registration Required
Event Details:

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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 two weeks prior to the event.

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CT Tax Q&A Info Table (Prosser)

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Prosser Library
Program Type:
Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance
Event Details:

Drop in from 11AM to 2PM at Prosser Library to get your CT tax questions answered! 

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 two weeks prior to the event.

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Homeschool Fun Friday: Children's Museum (Robotics)

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Technology Class
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Youth Department
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Technology Class
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 two weeks prior to the event.