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Featured Events

Dance Class with Miss Britt (Prosser)

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 12:45pm - 1:30pm

Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library

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Preschool

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Library Branch: Prosser Library

Room: Prosser Community Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Arts and Culture, Performance

Registration Required

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Join Miss Britt for a dance lesson! Children start with dance warm-ups followed by ballet and/or tap steps. (No special shoes needed. Dance in your socks!) Then students learn a few basic gymnastics moves on the mat.

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Storytime @ Prosser

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library

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Storytime

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Preschool

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Library Branch: Prosser Library

Room: Prosser Community Room

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

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Join BPL librarians in the new Prosser Library for a weekly preschool storytime!

Voter Registration Drive (Prosser)

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Prosser Lounge at Prosser Library

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Civics and Social Justice, Community Event

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Prosser Library

Room: Prosser Lounge

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Civics and Social Justice, Community Event

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BPL wants to get every eligible community member registered and ready to vote!

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Release Party for Diary of a Wimpy Kid #20: PARTYPOOPER! (Prosser)

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Prosser Youth Department at Prosser Library

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Book Discussion, Food and Drink, Other

Age Group:

Children, Tweens

Open

Library Branch: Prosser Library

Room: Prosser Youth Department

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Book Discussion, Food and Drink, Other

Registration Required

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Bloomfield Public Library invites you to celebrate the release of Diary of a Wimpy Kid #20: Partypooper!

Food Explorers Make Chocolate Croissants Nov. 4, 2025 4-5 pm Best for ages 8-14

Food Explorers: Chocolate Croissant Bites (McMW)

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library

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Food and Drink

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

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Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library

Room: McMW Multipurpose Space

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Food and Drink

Registration Required

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Chocolate Croissant Bites! Yum!

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Food Explorers: Greek Flatbreads and Bowls (McMW)

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

McMW Multipurpose Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library

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Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning, Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Open

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)

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Caregiver Support Group/Healing Hearts (Bloomfield Senior Center)

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Off Site

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Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

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

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The Magic of the Winter Garden (Prosser)

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Prosser Community Room at Prosser Library

Program Type:

Nature

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Prosser Library

Room: Prosser Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Nature

Registration Required

Event Details:

The garden can be a magical place—even in winter! Stripped of summer foliage and flowers, the success of a winter garden lies in its structure, basic design, and choice of plant material.

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Teen Dungeons & Dragons (McMW)

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

McMW Teen Space at McMahon Wintonbury Library

Program Type:

Gaming

Age Group:

Teens

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Library Branch: McMahon Wintonbury Library

Room: McMW Teen Space

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

Event Details:

Are you a teen who is new to Dungeons & Dragons or just looking for a new group to join? Then this could be the group for you!

BPL Strategic Planning Community Conversation (Virtual)

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual

Program Type:

Community Event

Age Group:

All Ages

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Community Event

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Bloomfield Public Library is working on our new strategic plan, and we want to hear from you, our community. We want to learn what ALL of our community members need and expect from us.

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All Day						This event is in the "All Ages" group Miss Sheila's Somewhat Scary Stories-Bone Soup All Day All Ages Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Every Saturday in October, Miss Sheila will share a somewhat scary story with you. Check out the scary story she is reading today!
9 am					This event is in the "Adults" group Technology Class: Basic Computer Skills Series (330 Park, Rm. 117) 9:00am–10:00am Adults BPL Tech Express Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Tech Express Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: If you consider yourself a beginning computer user and need help with basic technology skills, 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.
10 am	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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Storytime at Auer Farm Scenic Reserve 10:00am–12:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Off Site Full/Closed Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Nature, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Please join us for Storytime at Auerfarm Scenic Reserve sponsored by Bloomfield Public Library, Friends of Auerfam State Park Scenic Reserve and CT Department of Environmental Education Protection's "No Child Left Inside" 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.		This event is in the "Preschool" group ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour) 10:30am–11:30am Preschool BPL Atrium Library Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Children's Space Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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.
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1 pm	This event is in the "All Ages" group Yoga with Pia Oliveri for All Ages (Bloomfield Town Hall - Council Chambers) 1:00pm–2:00pm All Ages Off Site Full/Closed Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health and Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Bloomfield Public Library is thrilled to have Pia Oliveri back on a Bloomfield no school day 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Opera Talk: La Vie Parisienne (Virtual) 1:00pm–2:15pm Adults Virtual Full/Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts and Culture Registration Required Event Details: Offenbach passed away on October 5, 1880 before he completed his sole opera “Les Contes d’Hoffmann.” This, his last work for the stage, will open the Metropolitan Opera’s 2024-2025 simulcast season. 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. This event is in the "Children" group Planting Stories: A Pura Belpre Story & Craft (Atrium) 1:30pm–2:30pm Children BPL Atrium Library Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Children's Space Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts and Culture, Civics and Social Justice, Hands-on Learning, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join the BPL Youth Librarians, as we conclude Hispanic Heritage Month for 2024. We will hear a hear a story about Pura Belpre, the New York Public Library's first Puerto Rican Librarian. 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 Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm–2:00pm Adults Virtual Full/Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
2 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Crafternoon: Coloring & Bookmarks (Adults; Atrium) 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults BPL Atrium Library Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning Registration Required Event Details: Let's find a little Zen at this month's Crafternoon program. We will use adult coloring sheets, laminate our designs, add a tassel, and create a bookmark. All supplies will be provided. 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.
3 pm		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Learn How to Play the Ukulele for Kids (Atrium) 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens BPL Atrium Library Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Children's Space Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts and Culture, Class, Hands-on Learning, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Want to try an instrument that is fun and relatively easy to play? Learn the fundamentals of ukulele playing! No experience necessary. Ukuleles are provided...or bring your 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Mystery Book Discussion: Magpie Murders (Virtual or Atrium) 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults BPL Atrium Library Full/Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Event Details: At this member-run program, we'll be discussing: Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz. 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cuban Popular Music and Salsa (Virtual) 6:30pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults Virtual Full/Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts and Culture Registration Required Event Details: While Cuba itself is a small island, the impact that its music has had throughout the world is quite large. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Library Building Committee Meeting (Virtual) 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group LinkedIn 101: A Workshop for Beginners (Virtual) 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business and Career, Workshop Event Details: Click here to sign up to attend LinkedIn, with over 900 million users, is the world’s largest professional netwo 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.
7 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Wintonbury Poetry Series (Virtual) 7:00pm–10:00pm Teens, Adults Virtual Full/Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Full/Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Poetry Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to the 28th Season of the Wintonbury Poetry Series! For October our featured poets are: 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.

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