This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 22 2025 Sun African Drumming Workshop with The Lost Tribe (McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages McMahon Wintonbury Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 22 2025 Sun African Drumming Workshop with The Lost Tribe (McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Children's Space Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice, Performance Event Details: Jocelyn Pleasant and members of The Lost Tribe Band will conduct an African Drumming Workshop for all ages, generously funded by the Friends of Bloomfield Public 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. Friends Summer Reading All Summer Reading events are generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 23 2025 Mon Red Sox-Yankees: The Greatest Rivalry in Sports (McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 23 2025 Mon Red Sox-Yankees: The Greatest Rivalry in Sports (McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Event, Other Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the most intense rivalry in American sports - maybe the world. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 24 2025 Tue TAG and TACOs: Teen Advisory Group Meeting (McMW) 5:00pm–6:00pm Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 24 2025 Tue TAG and TACOs: Teen Advisory Group Meeting (McMW) 5:00pm–6:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Meeting Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! TAG is open to students entering grades 7-12 (yes, this means you - any 6th grade graduates - are welcome to join us at this TAG event). 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 24 2025 Tue Social Justice Book Club: This Book is Gay by Juno Dawson (Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 24 2025 Tue Social Justice Book Club: This Book is Gay by Juno Dawson (Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Civics and Social Justice Registration Required Event Details: For LGBTQIA+ PRIDE Month, we will read This Book is Gay (Revised and Updated, 2021) by Juno Dawson, the bestselling and often challenged young adult non-fiction book on sexuality and gender. 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 Jun 25 2025 Wed Special Storytime Event: Meet Tulip the Groundhog! (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool, Children McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 25 2025 Wed Special Storytime Event: Meet Tulip the Groundhog! (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Children's Space Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Nature, Storytime, Other Registration Required Event Details: The Staff of The Children’s Museum of West Hartford with be bringing a special furry friend to our storytime! Best for ages 3 and under, but all families are welcome. Registration is not required, but is appreciated. 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 "All Ages" group Jun 25 2025 Wed West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District Resources for Families and Caregivers (McMW) 10:30am–12:00pm All Ages McMahon Wintonbury Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 25 2025 Wed West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District Resources for Families and Caregivers (McMW) 10:30am–12:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health and Wellness Event Details: Drop in from 10:30 to 12PM at McMahon Wintonbury Library, 1015 Blue Hills Ave, to learn about health resources and services available from The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 25 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 25 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Take a guided meditation journey break out of your day 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 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 Jun 26 2025 Thu Crafternoon: Rainbow Picture Frames (Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Crafternoon: Rainbow Picture Frames (Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Pride through creativity and connection! Learn about the diverse representations of Pride while decorating your own 5x7 photo frame. Bring a photo of someone you love to place inside—optional, but encouraged! 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Author Talk With Samuel E. Pair, Le Yankee Noir-The Power of Acceptance (McMW) 6:30pm–8:00pm Tweens, Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 26 2025 Thu Author Talk With Samuel E. Pair, Le Yankee Noir-The Power of Acceptance (McMW) 6:30pm–8:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 27 2025 Fri Technology Class: Google Docs Series (McMW) 9:00am–10:00am Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 27 2025 Fri Technology Class: Google Docs Series (McMW) 9:00am–10:00am McMahon Wintonbury Library Full/Closed Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Did you know that with a free Gmail account, you also have access to a Google Suite of tools that includes Google Docs? 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 Jun 28 2025 Sat Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool, Children McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 28 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! Bring the whole family and join the Youth Services Librarians while we read stories, sing songs, and maybe do a simple craft! Registration is appreciated. 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 Jun 28 2025 Sat Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–4:00pm Tweens, Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 28 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 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 30 2025 Mon Solar S'mores (Teens; McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 30 2025 Mon Solar S'mores (Teens; McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Lawn Age Group: Teens Program Type: Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Learn to make a solar oven using a pizza box, then melt s'mores and eat them! 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.
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jul 2 2025 Wed Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool, Children McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jul 2 2025 Wed 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, Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join BPL Youth Librarians for a storytime and craft at The McMahon Wintonbury Library 1015 Blue Hills Avenue.Registration is appreciated but not required. Best for ages 2-5 but all ages 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. 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 Jul 2 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 2 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Take a guided meditation journey break out of your day 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 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 Jul 2 2025 Wed Caregiver Support Group/Healing Hearts (Bloomfield Senior Center) 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults Off Site Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 2 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 h 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.
Jul 2 2025 Wed Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) 5:15pm–6:15pm Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event Jul 2 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Crafternoon: No Sew T-Shirt Tote Bags (Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 3 2025 Thu Crafternoon: No Sew T-Shirt Tote Bags (Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: At this upcycled program you will learn to make a t-shirt into a tote bag using only scissors and knots. For best results, bring your own t-shirt(s). The larger the shirt, the larger your bag. 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.
Jul 4 2025 Fri Independence Day - Libraries CLOSED All Day Some Branches Closing Jul 4 2025 Fri Closing Independence Day - Libraries CLOSED All Day Branches: BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Off Site, Virtual Description: BPL Online is always open!
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jul 5 2025 Sat Saturday Storytime for Families (McMW) 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool, Children McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jul 5 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! Bring the whole family and join the Youth Services Librarians while we read stories, sing songs, and do a simple craft! Registration is appreciated. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 7 2025 Mon Tech Time With Marc Edrich (McMW) 4:00pm–6:00pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 7 2025 Mon Tech Time With Marc Edrich (McMW) 4:00pm–6:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Gaming, Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Join Marc Edrich for Tech Time. Feel free to ask questions or discuss computers (desktops, laptops, tablets), cell phones, video game systems, and any other technology you are interested in. 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 Jul 8 2025 Tue Make a Minecraft Bobblehead (McMW) 3:30pm–5:00pm Tweens, Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Make a Minecraft Bobblehead (McMW) 3:30pm–5:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Library Board Meeting (Virtual or McMahon Wintonbury) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Remembering the Hartford Circus Fire (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Remembering the Hartford Circus Fire (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice Registration Required Event Details: In 1944, one of the worst fire disasters in American history occurred in Hartford. The circus fire has lived in the memories of survivors and the imaginations of Connecticans ever since. 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. 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.
