This event is in the "Preschool" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Sun Day Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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 Sep 17 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 17 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 Sep 17 2025 Wed Representation, Our Federal Government and the Constitution (Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Representation, Our Federal Government and the Constitution (Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics and Social Justice, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Did you know September 17 is Constitution Day? Also known as Citizenship Day, September 17 commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution on that date in 1787. 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 Sep 18 2025 Thu Bloomfield Greater Together Community Fund Office Hours (McMW) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library 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 Sep 20 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 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 Sep 20 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 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 Sep 22 2025 Mon Mastering Marketing & Budgeting for Small Business Success: Q&A + Homework Review (Virtual) 12:00pm–1:00pm Adults Virtual 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 "Preschool" group Sep 24 2025 Wed Storytime (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Sep 24 2025 Wed Storytime (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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 storytime and craft at 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 "Adults" group Sep 25 2025 Thu "Fall" Into a Good Book: Adult Book Buzz (McMW) 11:00am–12:00pm Adults McMahon Wintonbury Library Open 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 Sep 27 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 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 29 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 Sep 29 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 "Teens" group Sep 30 2025 Tue Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (Prosser) 5:00pm–6:00pm Teens Prosser Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Sep 30 2025 Tue Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (Prosser) 5:00pm–6:00pm Prosser Library Open Library Branch: Prosser Library Room: Prosser Teen Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Meeting Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and welcome back to Prosser Library! TAG is open to students in grades 7-12. Join us for pizza and a discussion about teen library services in Bloomfield. Attend the meetings that work 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 one week prior to the event. Friends Sponsored Event This event is generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 30 2025 Tue Social Justice Book Club: Welcome to the New World (Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 30 2025 Tue Social Justice Book Club: Welcome to the New World (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: Told in graphic novel format, Welcome to the New World tells the story of Ibrahim Aldabaan and his family, who flee to America after escaping a Syrian prison. 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 This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 1 - 31 2025 Guess How Many 'Moons' are in the Jar! (Prosser) All Day 10/1–10/31 Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Prosser 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 Oct 1 - 31 2025 Guess How Many 'Moons' are in the Jar! (Prosser) All Day 10/1–10/31 Prosser Library Library Branch: Prosser Library Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Other Event Details: In celebration of NASA's International Observe the Moon Night, BPL's Youth Department will be hosting a special guessing game for the month of October! 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 Oct 1 2025 Wed Sounds Around (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 Oct 1 2025 Wed Sounds Around (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: Arts and Culture, Crafts, Hands-on Learning, Nature, Storytime 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 one week prior to the event.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 2025 Wed Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Open Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 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 Oct 1 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 2025 Wed Meet Mango: Learn Italian, Spanish, or 70 Other Languages (Prosser) 3:30pm–4:30pm Adults Prosser Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 1 2025 Wed Meet Mango: Learn Italian, Spanish, or 70 Other Languages (Prosser) 3:30pm–4:30pm Prosser Library Open Library Branch: Prosser Library Room: Prosser Computer Lab (Upper Level) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts and Culture, Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: BPL Online features Mango Languages, a database and app for learning languages. At this demonstration, BPL staff will show you how to set up an account and start your language learning journey. 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.
Oct 1 2025 Wed Public Art Commission Meeting (Virtual) 5:15pm–6:15pm Virtual Open 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 "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 3 2025 Fri Homeschool Fun Friday: Children's Museum Robotics (Prosser) 1:00pm–2:30pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Prosser Library Open Registration Required 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 Oct 3 2025 Fri Homeschool Fun Friday: Children's Museum Robotics (Prosser) 1:00pm–2:30pm Prosser Library Open Library Branch: Prosser Library Room: Prosser Children's Room Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Technology Class, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Bloomfield Public Library is excited to partnering again with the Children's Museum of West Hartford for some great Fun Fridays programs! They will join us at our Prosser Library location on the first and second Fridays 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 one week prior to the event.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 3 2025 Fri Moon Viewing Event at Auerfarm (158 Auer Farm Rd.) 7:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Off Site Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 3 2025 Fri Moon Viewing Event at Auerfarm (158 Auer Farm Rd.) 7:00pm–8:00pm Off Site Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event, Hands-on Learning, Nature Registration Required Event Details: In celebration of NASA's annual International Observe the Moon Night (IOMN), join staff from BPL as we look at the moon in the night sky at Auerfarm. 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 Oct 6 2025 Mon Storytime @ Prosser 10:30am–11:15am Preschool Prosser Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Oct 6 2025 Mon Storytime @ Prosser 10:30am–11:15am Prosser Library Open Library Branch: Prosser Library Room: Prosser Community Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join BPL Librarians in the newly re-opened Prosser Library for a weekly preschool storytime! Notes Caregivers This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program.
This event is in the "Preschool" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Storytime & Craft Hour (McMW) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool McMahon Wintonbury Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Oct 8 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 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join BPL youth librarians for a storytime and craft at 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 "Adults" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Atlantic Magazine Discussion Group (Prosser) 11:30am–12:30pm Adults Prosser Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 8 2025 Wed Atlantic Magazine Discussion Group (Prosser) 11:30am–12:30pm Prosser Library Open Library Branch: Prosser Library Room: Prosser Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics and Social Justice Registration Required Event Details: Welcome back to the Atlantic Magazine Discussion Group! We will be reading the following articles from the September 2025 issue. Discussion will be led by Library Director Elizabeth Lane. 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.
