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Name: Let's Make an Ugly Holiday Shirt! (Tweens & Teens) (Atrium)
Start: 2024-12-11T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-11T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Atrium Conference Room

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

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

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Crafts

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Tweens, Teens

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Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Conference Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 11

Event Details:

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

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

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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.

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

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

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Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

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

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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.

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

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

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Meeting

Age Group:

Teens

Open

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Conference Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Meeting

Required

Seats Remaining: 15

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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.

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four coasters half with scrapbook paper and half with pet photos

Crafternoon: Make Photo Coasters (Atrium)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Crafts, Hands-on Learning

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Crafts, Hands-on Learning

Required

Seats Remaining: 3

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.

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Book Bites (Virtual or Atrium)

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Atrium Conference Room at BPL Atrium Library

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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: 10

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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pokemon club holiday party 330 park ave december 21 image of snowflakes and ornaments with pikachu and friends in them

Pokémon Club Holiday Party! (330 Park)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Crafts, Other

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

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Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Crafts, Other

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For our final meet-up of 2024, Miss Nicole is inviting Pokémon fans to an end-of-year holiday party!

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Make your own snowy pal stuffie!

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Crafts

Age Group:

Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

Waitlist

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Children's Space

Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Back by popular demand, BPL is hosting a "make your own stuffie" event at our Atrium location.

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globe with international buildings to advertise words snacks around the world for teens

Take & Eat: Snacks Around the World (Teens; Atrium Pickup)

All Day 12/26 - 12/31

BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Food and Drink

Age Group:

Teens

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Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Food and Drink

Event Details:

Teens: what are you doing during school break? Have you ever wanted to try snacks from other parts of the world?

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Fun with Fuse Beads (Atrium)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

Open

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Children's Space

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Looking for a fun afternoon activity during the winter break? BPL youth staff have just the thing for you! Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creating fuse bead projects. All supplies will be provided, including some sample templates.

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countdown to noon picture of dogs and cats with party gear on

Countdown to Noon (Atrium)

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Atrium Children's Space at BPL Atrium Library

Program Type:

Community Event, Crafts, Food and Drink, Other

Age Group:

Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Open

Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library

Room: Atrium Children's Space

Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Program Type: Community Event, Crafts, Food and Drink, Other

Required

Seats Remaining: 38

Event Details:

BPL staff is ready to say farewell to 2024 and welcome in the new year (which will bring 2 new libraries!). Join our staff for some fun as we "countdown to noon" on Dec. 31st starting at 10:30 AM.

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All Day	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. Young Author Talk with Kimarley Henry: CHAD Comics (Virtual On-Demand) All Day Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Virtual Event 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. Library Branch: Virtual 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.
9 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. Technology Class: Internet Basics Series (330 Park, Rm. 117) 9:00am - 10:00am Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Library Branch: BPL Tech Express Age Group: Adults Program Type: Class, Hands-on Learning, Technology Class Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Preschool" group. ABC Time (Atrium Book & Craft Hour) 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. 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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2 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. The Assassination and Funeral of Abe Lincoln (Virtual) 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Open Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Virtual 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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4 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Mystery Book Discussion: Poacher's Son (Virtual or Atrium) 4:00pm - 5:30pm Adults Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: BPL Atrium Library Room: Atrium Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 10 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.
5 pm				This event is in the "Children" group. CT Humanities Book Voyagers series at Metacomet Elementary School (grades 3-4) 5:00pm - 7:00pm Children Open Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Off Site 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Dungeons & Dragons (330 Park) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teens Open Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group. Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Required Seats Remaining: 5 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.

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