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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.
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
Virtual
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.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Young Author Talk with Kimarley Henry: CHAD Comics (Virtual On-Demand)
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
BPL Tech Express
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Technology Class: Internet Basics Series (330 Park, Rm. 117)
9:00am - 10:00am
BPL Tech Express
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Tech Express
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Class,
Hands-on Learning,
Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Preschool
BPL Atrium Library
Open
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour)
10:30am - 11:30am
BPL Atrium Library
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Atrium Library
Room:
Atrium Children's Space
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
38
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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Feb
13
2025
Thu
Closing
Libraries Opening at Noon
Branches:
BPL Atrium Library,
BPL Tech Express,
McMahon Wintonbury Library,
Off Site,
Virtual
Description:
BPL Atrium Library and BPL Tech Express will be closed from 10AM to 12PM on Thursday, February 13 for staff professional development. New libraries are coming! BPL Online is open 24/7!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Meditation (Virtual)
Open
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.
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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.
Preschool,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
BPL Atrium Library
Open
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.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Homeschool Fun Fridays: Book Club (Atrium)
1:00pm - 2:30pm
BPL Atrium Library
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Atrium Library
Room:
Atrium Children's Space
Age Group:
Preschool,
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
22
Event Details:
Come join the Children’s Museum at Bloomfield Library on the first and second Friday's of the month. First Friday - Learn robotics and other science topics Second Friday - Book Club Third Friday - Poetry Group
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
The Assassination and Funeral of Abe Lincoln (Virtual)
Open
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Happy Birthday, Abraham Lincoln! Join Sahara Farrugio for an in-depth look at the dramatic events leading up to the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and the unprecedented funeral that followed.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
BPL Atrium Library
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Romance Scams (Virtual or Atrium)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
BPL Atrium Library
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Atrium Library
Room:
Atrium Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Finance
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
How can you be sure a new "friend" you've met online is legitimate? Many people meet on dating sites or social media. But shady people often pretend to be someone they are not, and use those platforms to earn the trust of unsuspecting
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
BPL Atrium Library
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Mystery Book Discussion: Poacher's Son (Virtual or Atrium)
4:00pm - 5:30pm
BPL Atrium Library
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Atrium Library
Room:
Atrium Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
At this member-run program, we'll be discussing: Poacher's Son by Paul Doiron. 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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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
BPL Atrium Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Elementary Nutmeg Book Club (Atrium)
5:30pm - 6:15pm
BPL Atrium Library
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Atrium Library
Room:
Atrium Children's Space
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Book Discussion
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
BPL Atrium Library
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Library Board Meeting (Virtual or Atrium)
5:30pm - 7:30pm
BPL Atrium Library
Open
Library Branch:
BPL Atrium Library
Room:
Atrium Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Meeting
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
CT Humanities Book Voyagers series at Metacomet Elementary School (grades 3-4)
Open
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Book Discussion,
Crafts,
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
CT Humanities Book Voyagers programs are designed to promote the joy of reading and encourage families to create literature-rich home environments.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Wintonbury Book Discussion (Virtual) The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
Open
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
23
Event Details:
A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune—a forbidden friendship that changed the world, from the New York Times bestselling authors of The Personal 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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Teen Dungeons & Dragons (330 Park)
Open
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
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).
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.
Teens,
Adults
Virtual
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Celebrating Black Artists: Wadsworth Virtual Tour (Virtual)
Open
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts and Culture,
Civics and Social Justice
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Attention art lovers! Can’t make it to The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art?
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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