This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 19 2025 Sat Needle Felted Soap Workshop With Lyric Hill Farm (McMW) 10:30am–1:00pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 19 2025 Sat Needle Felted Soap Workshop With Lyric Hill Farm (McMW) 10:30am–1:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: This class will cover the techniques of creating needle felted art on a pre felted bar of soap. Paricipants may use one of the designs from Lyric Farm or create a design of their own. 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 This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 19 2025 Sat Pokémon "In the Park" (Filley Park) 1:00pm–3:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 19 2025 Sat Pokémon "In the Park" (Filley Park) 1:00pm–3:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Gaming, Health and Wellness, Nature, Other Event Details: In July, Pokémon Club is going to have some outdoors fun at Filley Park! 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 21 2025 Mon Book Bites (McMW) 11:00am–12:00pm Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 21 2025 Mon Book Bites (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: What will you read next? Join us to chat about new book releases, current bestsellers, librarian favorites, and recommend books to each other. Upcoming Book Bites: 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 Jul 21 2025 Mon Learn the Technique of Color Flow Cookie Decorating (Teens; McMW) 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 21 2025 Mon Learn the Technique of Color Flow Cookie Decorating (Teens; McMW) 4:00pm–5:30pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Learn to decorate sugar cookies using the color flow technique! Also known as flood icing, this method involves layering and blending royal icing in multiple colors to create smooth, professional-quality designs. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 22 2025 Tue Mystic Seaport presents, "Scrimshaw: The Sailor’s Art" (McMW) 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 22 2025 Tue Mystic Seaport presents, "Scrimshaw: The Sailor’s Art" (McMW) 4:00pm–5:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Learn about the unique art form of scrimshaw, which was born aboard whaling ships in the 1800s. Discover what elements in the lives of whalemen at sea helped them develop the art of scrimshaw. 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 22 2025 Tue Social Justice Book Club: A Place Called Home by David Ambroz (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 22 2025 Tue Social Justice Book Club: A Place Called Home by David Ambroz (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Civics and Social Justice Registration Required Event Details: Our July title is A Place Called Home by David Ambroz. As young children, David and his siblings wandered the streets searching for shelter, food, and warmth while their mother struggled with mental illness. 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 Jul 23 2025 Wed When Mema Drinks Coffee Author Visit With Lauren Gibson-Carter (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 23 2025 Wed When Mema Drinks Coffee Author Visit With Lauren Gibson-Carter (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: Author Event Registration Required Event Details: Join BPL Youth Librarians for a very special storytime... 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 23 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Cancelled Full/Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2025 Wed Cancelled Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Virtual Full/Closed 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 Jul 24 2025 Thu Crafternoon: Intro to Embroidery (Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Crafternoon: Intro to Embroidery (Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–4:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Come Bloom with Us! At this 2 hour program, with Dawn, The Stitching Coach, you will conquer three basic embroidery stitches and leave with a bloom that won’t wilt. We will use the Hoopla book “Doodle Stitching” by Aimee Ray. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Make Your Own Homemade Pasta With Food Explorers (McMW) 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Make Your Own Homemade Pasta With Food Explorers (McMW) 5:30pm–7:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Waitlist Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Food and Drink Registration Required Event Details: Homemade Pasta! Come to this food explorers class to learn how to prepare your own basic pasta dough (yes from scratch!) in this 90 minutes cooking class. 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 25 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 Jul 25 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 "All Ages" group Jul 25 2025 Fri TGIF Yoga With Pia Oliveri (McMW) 4:00pm–5:00pm All Ages McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 25 2025 Fri TGIF Yoga With Pia Oliveri (McMW) 4:00pm–5:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Bloomfield Public Library is thrilled to be bringing Pia Oliveri back to town for her yoga instruction...for kids and families of all ages! Please register to ensure you have space in the class. 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. Exercise You may wish to consult your doctor before doing these exercises. By performing any fitness exercises, you are performing them at your own risk. 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 26 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 26 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 BPL Youth Librarians on Saturday, July 26, while we read stories, sing songs, and do simple crafts. 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 "Teens" group Jul 26 2025 Sat Teens Teach Teens: Make Potholders! (McMW) 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 26 2025 Sat Teens Teach Teens: Make Potholders! (McMW) 1:00pm–3:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the new BPL "Teen Teach Teens" series! At our kickoff event, local teen, Safira, will be teaching you how to weave potholders using a loom and cotton loops. No experience is necessary. For teens entering grades 7-12. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Sportstacking with Glenn Costello (McMW) 1:30pm–2:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Sportstacking with Glenn Costello (McMW) 1:30pm–2:30pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Gaming, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: SEE IT-BELIEVE IT-TRY IT…..SPORTSTACKING WITH SPEEDSTACKS! 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 29 2025 Tue Cultural Perspectives in Chocolate (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Cultural Perspectives in Chocolate (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Food and Drink Registration Required Event Details: Why do the Swiss love their chocolate so much? Why are the Japanese obsessed with Kit Kat bars? Why isn’t American commercial chocolate as good as European? 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 (with Recording) 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 program may be recorded.
Jul 30 2025 Wed BPL Closed 10-5 for Professional Development 10:00am–5:00pm All Branches Closing Jul 30 2025 Wed Closing BPL Closed 10-5 for Professional Development 10:00am–5:00pm Branches: BPL Atrium Library, BPL Tech Express, McMahon Wintonbury Library, Prosser Library, Off Site, Virtual Description: McMahon Wintonbury Library will be open from 5-8PM.
This event is in the "Preschool" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool McMahon Wintonbury Library Cancelled Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Cancelled Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am McMahon Wintonbury Library Full/Closed Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Children's Space Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join BPL Youth Librarians for a story time and craft at the McMahon Wintonbury Library, 1015 Blue Hills Ave.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 "All Ages" group Jul 30 2025 Wed West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District Resources for Families and Caregivers (McMW) 10:30am–12:00pm All Ages McMahon Wintonbury Library Cancelled This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Cancelled 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: BPL is closed from 10AM - 5PM on July 30 for Professional Development.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 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 30 2025 Wed The Power of Personal Development (McMW or Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 30 2025 Wed The Power of Personal Development (McMW or Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Career, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: “If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you are determined to learn, no one canstop you.” - Zig Ziglar 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 Jul 31 2025 Thu Crafternoon: Happy Birthday, Harry Potter! (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 Jul 31 2025 Thu Crafternoon: Happy Birthday, Harry Potter! (Tweens, Teens & Adults; McMW) 2:00pm–3:00pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Are you a Harry Potter fan? Today is his birthday! Join us for a variety of Hogwarts inspired crafts and snacks. 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 Aug 1 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 Aug 1 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Build A Flower Bouquet For Adults & Teens (McMW) 11:00am–12:30pm Teens, Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Build A Flower Bouquet For Adults & Teens (McMW) 11:00am–12:30pm McMahon Wintonbury Library Full Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library Room: McMW Multipurpose Space Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Nature Registration Required Event Details: Build a Bouquet. Participants learn the five elements in creating a stunning market bouquet, then build their own arrangements. 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.
