Library Building Committee Meeting (Virtual) Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Program Type: Meeting View Details Virtual Event Sep 10 2025 Wed Library Building Committee Meeting (Virtual) 6:00pm–8:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Program Type: Meeting Event Details: All meetings of the Library Building Committee are open to the public. All meetings will be remote via Zoom at 6 pm unless otherwise noted on the meeting agenda. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Wintonbury Book Discussion (Virtual) Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Virtual Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Wintonbury Book Discussion (Virtual) Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng 5:30pm–6:30pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Event Details: Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Homeschool Club for Parents: Programs (Virtual or Simsbury Public Library) Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Program Type: Other Age Group: Adults View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Homeschool Club for Parents: Programs (Virtual or Simsbury Public Library) 7:00pm–8:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Calling all homeschoolers! Come down to the Simsbury Public Library for an informational session about programs. We will discuss all things programming: 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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Preschool, Children Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Sep 13 2025 Sat Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Children's Space Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Can't come to the library during the week? No problem! Join the BPL youth librarians on Saturday to read stories and sing songs. Registration is appreciated, but not 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. Caregivers This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program.
This event is in the "Adults" group Book Bites (Virtual) Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 15 2025 Mon Book Bites (Virtual) 11:00am–12:00pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Event Details: What will you read next? Join us to chat about new book releases, current bestsellers, librarian favorites, and recommend books to each other. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group A Beginner's Course on Foraging with Gina Pagano (McMW) Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Nature Age Group: Teens, Adults Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 15 2025 Mon A Beginner's Course on Foraging with Gina Pagano (McMW) 4:30pm–5:30pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Nature Registration Required Event Details: Foraging 101 is an introductory class that examines the "dos" and "do nots" of foraging in Connecticut. You will learn the basic tools of navigating the wilds of the state and how to collect what you find. 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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group Sun Day Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Nature, Storytime Age Group: Preschool Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Sun Day Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Children's Space Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Nature, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: In conjunction with the Town of Bloomfield, we are celebrating Sun Day in September! Claudia Gwardyak from Bloomfield's Conservation, Energy, and Environment Committee will be our special guest reader. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Bloomfield Greater Together Community Fund Office Hours (McMW) Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Community Event, Finance Age Group: Adults View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 18 2025 Thu Bloomfield Greater Together Community Fund Office Hours (McMW) 6:00pm–8:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event, Finance Event Details: The Bloomfield Greater Together Community Fund recommends grants through The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. The next grant round will run August 19 through October 1.
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm McMW Children's Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Preschool, Children Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Sep 20 2025 Sat Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Children's Space Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Can't come to the library during the week? No problem! Join the BPL youth librarians on Saturday to read stories and sing songs. Registration is appreciated, but not 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. Caregivers This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) Saturday, September 20, 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 This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 20 2025 Sat Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–4:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Mastering Marketing & Budgeting for Small Business Success: Q&A + Homework Review (Virtual) Monday, September 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Virtual Program Type: Business and Career Age Group: Adults View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 22 2025 Mon Mastering Marketing & Budgeting for Small Business Success: Q&A + Homework Review (Virtual) 12:00pm–1:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Career Event Details: Are you a small business owner in your first year of business? Struggling to create a marketing plan and manage your finances effectively? 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group "Fall" Into a Good Book: Adult Book Buzz (McMW) Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 25 2025 Thu "Fall" Into a Good Book: Adult Book Buzz (McMW) 11:00am–12:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Event Details: At this Adult Book Buzz, BPL staff will highlight fall book titles while we sip apple cider. Bring your book recommendations too! 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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Preschool, Children Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Sep 27 2025 Sat Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Can't come to the library during the week? No problem! Join the BPL youth librarians on Saturday to read stories and sing songs. Registration is appreciated, but not required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Caregiver Support Group/Healing Hearts (Bloomfield Senior Center) Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Off Site Program Type: Health and Wellness Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 2025 Wed Caregiver Support Group/Healing Hearts (Bloomfield Senior Center) 1:30pm–3:00pm Off Site Open 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 one week prior to the event.
Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm Virtual Program Type: Meeting Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event Oct 1 2025 Wed Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) 5:15pm–6:15pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Program Type: Meeting Registration 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Library Board Meeting (Virtual or McMahon Wintonbury) Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Meeting Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 2025 Tue Library Board Meeting (Virtual or McMahon Wintonbury) 6:00pm–8:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meeting Registration Required Event Details: All meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Bloomfield Public Library are open to the public, including this hybrid meeting. You may choose to attend on Zoom or McMahon Wintonbury Library. 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) Saturday, October 25, 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 This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 25 2025 Sat Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–4:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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. 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.
Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm Virtual Program Type: Meeting Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event Nov 5 2025 Wed Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) 5:15pm–6:15pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Program Type: Meeting Registration 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. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Millennials Read (Dudleytown Brewing, Windsor) Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Book Discussion Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Millennials Read (Dudleytown Brewing, Windsor) 6:30pm–8:00pm Off Site Open 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 one week prior to the event.
Veterans Day - Libraries CLOSED All Day BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual Closing Nov 11 2025 Tue Closing Veterans Day - Libraries CLOSED All Day Branches: BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual Description: BPL Online is always open!
This event is in the "Adults" group Library Board Meeting (Virtual or McMahon Wintonbury) Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library Program Type: Meeting Age Group: Adults Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 18 2025 Tue Library Board Meeting (Virtual or McMahon Wintonbury) 6:00pm–8:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meeting Registration Required Event Details: All meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Bloomfield Public Library are open to the public, including this hybrid meeting. You may choose to attend on Zoom or McMahon Wintonbury Library. 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, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual Closing Nov 26 2025 Wed Closing Libraries CLOSING EARLY All Day Branches: BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser 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, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual Closing Nov 27 - 28 2025 Closing Thanksgiving Day & Recess - Libraries CLOSED All Day 11/27–11/28 Branches: BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual Description: BPL Online is always open!
Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm Virtual Program Type: Meeting Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event Dec 3 2025 Wed Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) 5:15pm–6:15pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Program Type: Meeting Registration 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. 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.
