Week Calendar

Name: Explore Basic Coding with Ozobots (Atrium)
Start: 2025-01-21T17:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-21T18:15:00-05:00
Location: Atrium Children's Space

Featured Events

Great Decisions: American Foreign Policy At A Crossroads (Virtual)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual

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Civics and Social Justice

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Adults

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Civics and Social Justice

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

For Session #1- American Foreign Policy At A Crossroads we will explore the contours of the United States foreign policy debate as it plays out in a world of multiple and escalating crises and domestic polarization.

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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.

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Explore Basic Coding with Ozobots (Atrium)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library

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Hands-on Learning, Technology Class

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Children

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Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Children's Space

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Hands-on Learning, Technology Class

Required

Seats Remaining: 8

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Come to the Atrium to explore basic coding with the mini robots, Ozobots! What are Ozobots? Ozobots are small robots that teach coding basics through interactive activities and hands-on learning.

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Teen Dungeons & Dragons (330 Park)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Other

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Teens

Open

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Other

Required

Seats Remaining: 3

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Are you a teen who is new to Dungeons & Dragons or who is just looking for a new group to join? Then this could be the group for you! BPL is hosting this teen-led D&D group for a 6-week campaign (Tuesdays in January through mid-February).

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ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Preschool

Open

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Children's Space

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Required

Seats Remaining: 36

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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!

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Caregivers

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

The Probate Process: What Is It? And Why Do We Need It? (Virtual)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual

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Finance, Legal

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Finance, Legal

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

For many people the word “probate” triggers fear or anxiety of what the process to come may be like. But that does not necessarily have to be your experience!

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Parenting Today Series: Autism & Parenting with Jeremy K. Farrell (Virtual)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

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Other

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Adults

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Required

Seats Remaining: 96

Event Details:

Parenting Today is a new BPL virtual series for parents. Each month, our youth staff will invite a guest speaker to share a presentation on a topic relevant to parents.

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Intro to Tea Blending (Atrium)

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

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

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Food and Drink, Hands-on Learning, Health and Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Join us on an educational exploration of medicinal herbs of the Northeast that support optimal wellness and vitality, from medicinal herb farmer Sarah Rose Kareem of Samad Gardens Initiative LLC.

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CT Humanities Book Voyagers series at Laurel Literacy Academy (grades 1-2)

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Book Discussion, Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children

Open

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Book Discussion, Crafts, Storytime

Required

Seats Remaining: 19

Event Details:

CT Humanities Book Voyagers programs are designed to promote the joy of reading and encourage families to create literature-rich home environments.

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Caregivers

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

Book Bites (Virtual or Atrium)

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

What will you read next? Join us at BPL Atrium Library or on Zoom to learn about new releases, current bestsellers, librarian favorites, and recommend books to each other. Light refreshments will be served to those attending in-person.

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Let's Make a Book Clock (Atrium)

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Waitlist

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Conference Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Turn a hardcover book into a working clock. Jean-Michel Sibille will teach us how to create a clock from a book.

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All Day	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. Jigsaw Puzzle Donations accepted at the BPL Atrium All Day 10/21 - 11/1 Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages BPL Atrium 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Other Event Details: Bloomfield Public Library will be accepting jigsaw puzzle donations from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1 in anticipation of our Great Puzzle Swap event on Nov. 2. No donations will be accepted after Friday, Nov. 1st.
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 Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Tech Express Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Required Seats Remaining: 0 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. ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour) 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool BPL Atrium Library Full Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Full 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 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. CT Tax Q&A (Atrium) 11:00am - 3:00pm Adults BPL Atrium Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Finance Event Details: Drop in from 11AM to 3PM at BPL Atrium Library to get your CT tax questions answered! 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.
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1 pm				This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Youth Spooky Crafternoon (Atrium) 1:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens BPL Atrium Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. 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, Teens Program Type: Crafts Event Details: Are you waiting for the second season of, Wednesday, on Netflix? Have you already seen the movie, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice? Then join the Youth Services Department to make some spooky crafts! 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. Meditation (Virtual) 1:30pm - 2:00pm Adults Virtual Full Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health and Wellness 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.	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. Homeschool Fun Fridays: ROBOTICS with the Children's Museum of West Hartford (Atrium) 1:00pm - 2:30pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens BPL Atrium Library Full 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. Full 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, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts and Culture, Book Discussion, Hands-on Learning, Poetry, Storytime, Technology Class Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Come make poetry with former Montessori elementary guide and now farmer Laura Pallandre. We'll analyze a poem by listening to it 3 different ways, go off for a bit to write our own poetry ideas and come back together to share. Feel fre 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 "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Youth Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos Crafternoon (Atrium) 1:00pm - 3:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens BPL Atrium 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. 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, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts and Culture, Crafts Event Details: Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a holiday that celebrates the dead and their memories. It's a joyful celebration that's celebrated in Mexico, Latin America, and parts of the United States. 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. 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. The Great Puzzle Swap (330 Park Ave) 1:00pm - 3:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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: Other Event Details: Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle! 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.
2 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled The Current and Future State of Investing (Virtual) 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Virtual Required 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: Finance Event Details: We will reschedule this program in 2025. 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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5 pm		This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Spooky Fun with Paper Circuits! (Atrium) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Tweens, Teens BPL Atrium Library Full Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Children's Space Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning, Other Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: We're having some seasonal fun with paper circuits projects! Using some cute spooky templates, copper tape, and other supplies, we'll be creating paper creatures with light-up, glowing eyes. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. True Crime Stories with Author M. William Phelps (Virtual) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Virtual Full Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Event Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Whether in the form of books, television, films, or podcasts, there is no denying that many Americans are fascinated by true crime stories. But why has this genre become such a cultural phenomenon? 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. Library Building Committee Meeting (Virtual) 6:00pm - 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: 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Short Story Chat: Bloodchild by Octavia Butler (Virtual) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teens, Adults Virtual Full Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Join us for a short story discussion of Bloodchild by Octavia Butler. 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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