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Turn a hardcover book into a purse - no sewing required! (Atrium)

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

 Turn a hardcover book into a purse - no sewing required! Drusilla Carter will be with us to teach us and work hands on with us to create a book purse.

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.

Technology Class: Internet Basics Series (330 Park, Rm. 117)

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class, Hands-on Learning, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

If you want to know how to search effectively for information on the web, how to fill out online forms, or learn about computer viruses and scams, this class is 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.

Homeschool Fun Fridays ROBOTICS with the Children's Museum (Atrium)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library on the first and second Friday's of the 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.

Caregivers

This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. 

Young Author Talk with Yonatan Axelrad & Theo Ostman-Sofocli: THE HIDDEN WORLD OF EARTHWORMS (Virtual On-Demand)

All Day
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

BPL loves supporting our local authors! In an upcoming series of on-demand YouTube videos, Youth Services Librarian Nicole Dolat will talk with our youngest authors about books they have self-published.

Mystery Book Discussion: The Last Thing He Told Me (Virtual or Atrium)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

At this member-run program, we'll be discussing: The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave. This is a hybrid event - you can attend on Zoom or at The Atrium.

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. 

Opera Talk: Brahm's "Rinaldo" (Virtual)

1:00pm - 2:15pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts and Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Johannes Brahms was one of the very few great composers who never wrote an opera. He toyed with the idea for  many years.

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 (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.

Elementary Nutmeg Book Club (Atrium)

5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come to BPL at the Atrium to explore the Elementary Nutmeg Award nominee's for 2025!  We will read one book together, and you will take one book home to read and talk about next month at our meeting.

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.

Library Board Meeting (Virtual or Atrium)

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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 at BPL Atrium.

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.

The Modern Art of War: Uncovering Sun Tzu’s Hidden Path to Peace (Virtual)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event, Civics and Social Justice
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

If you are familiar with Sun Tzu’s The Art of War, you probably know it as a book of strategies that teaches us how to beat our opponents on the battlefield.

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. 

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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. 

Meditation (Virtual)

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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. 

Let's Make an Ugly Holiday Shirt! (Tweens & Teens) (Atrium)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

'Tis the season for ugly holiday shirts...let BPL help you make one!

Teens provide the t-shirt of sweatshirt, and BPL will provide all other materials necessary to make a light-up, "ugly" holiday shirt. For ages 12 and up.

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.

Library Building Committee Meeting (Virtual)

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
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.

Mind Games 2: The Science of Curious Thinking (Virtual)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Packed with interactive games, William returns with a second edition of his popular MIND GAMES program.

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. 

Wintonbury Book Discussion (Virtual) A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg

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. 

Technology Class: Internet Basics Series (330 Park, Rm. 117)

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class, Hands-on Learning, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

If you want to know how to search effectively for information on the web, how to fill out online forms, or learn about computer viruses and scams, this class is 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.

Homeschool Fun Fridays SCIENCE with the Children's Museum (Atrium)

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library on the first and second Friday's of the 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.

Caregivers

This program is designed for children and caregivers. Please plan to attend with your child for this program. 

Make A Table Display For The Holidays (Atrium)

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Nature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join Laura Pallandre again this month to make a holiday display that would be perfect for decorating your holiday table. Laura is the owner of Slowpoke Farm in Bloomfield.  She will also talk about her farm and being a farmer.

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.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (Gr. 7-12; Atrium)

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Meeting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Welcome to the Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! TAG is open to students in grades 7-12. Join us at BPL Atrium Library 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.

Social Justice Book Club: The Last White Man by Mohsin Hamid (Virtual)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Civics and Social Justice
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Our December title is The Last White Man by Mohsin Hamid. One morning, a man wakes up to find himself transformed. Overnight, Anders’s skin has turned dark, and the reflection in the mirror is a stranger to him.

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. 

ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Children's Space
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join BPL Youth Librarians for a featured book and craft at our Atrium location (1300 Hall Blvd., Bloomfield). 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. 

Meditation (Virtual)

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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. 

Crafternoon: Make Photo Coasters (Atrium)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library
Room: Atrium Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Looking for a homemade holiday gift idea? Make photo coasters with us! All supplies are provided but we encourage you to bring your own 4X4 photos to personalize.

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.

Wintonbury Poetry Series (Virtual)

7:00pm - 9:30pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Poetry
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

For its December reading, Wintonbury Poetry Series is pleased to have June Mandelkern and Sandra Yannone read.

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.