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Presidents' 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!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Food Explorers: Vegetarian Sushi Bowls and Summer Rolls (McMW)

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get Cooking with Food Explorers! (In person)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 18, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Film Showing: My Friend Kim and Q&A with Director Maribeth Abrams and Compassion & Choices (Prosser)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness, Legal
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Legal
Registration Required
Event Details:

One woman's voice redefines compassion through her fight for medical aid in dying in the state of Connecticut. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Radon Awareness and Wellness Screenings with WHBHD (Prosser)

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Prosser Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Event Details:

Rescheduled from January 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 two weeks prior to the event.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Upward Mobility Program—Information Table (Prosser)

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Prosser Library
Program Type:
Civics and Social Justice, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics and Social Justice, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

Stop by Prosser 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 25, 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Center For Medicare Advocacy: Making The Most of Your Medicare (Prosser)

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Finance, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, March 11, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Naloxone Training with the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District (Prosser)

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District for a naloxone (commonly referred to as the brand Narcan) administration training.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, March 18, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Most Expensive Mistake You Can Make With Your Life Insurance (McMW)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Finance, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Multipurpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

You’ve paid the premiums, but have you secured the payout? Most people assume their policy is "set it and forget it," but getting married or having children can flip your coverage upside down if you don't update it.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meditation (Virtual)

Wednesday, March 25, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Holistic Approaches to Managing Menopause (Prosser)

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an informational presentation on holistic approaches to midlife wellness.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Caregiver Support Group/Healing Hearts (Bloomfield Senior Center)

Wednesday, April 1, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Progress for Chronic Pain (Prosser)

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dealing with pain from injury that's healed or pain that persists without any diagnostic findings? Does the pain often change in location, intensity and frequency but has never truly resolved?

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.

Good Friday - 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!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Mindful Nature Journaling for Tweens & Teens (McMW)

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library
Program Type:
Hands-on Learning, Health and Wellness, Nature
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library
Room: McMW Teen Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Health and Wellness, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Slow down and get connected to the beauty of spring with a meditative journaling practice among friends. Gentle, mindful guided nature explorations of nature objects with invitations for writing and expressive drawing will be offered.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Naloxone Training with the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District (Prosser)

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District for a naloxone (commonly referred to as the brand Narcan) administration training.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Smart Funeral Planning (Prosser)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library
Program Type:
Finance, Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Prosser Library
Room: Prosser Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sahara Farrugio, funeral director and owner of Smart Funeral Planning, for an informative and compassionate presentation.

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.