Hours
Mon - Tue: 11-6
Wed: 11-8
Thu - Fri: 11-6
Sat: 11-3
Come Bloom With Us (March 1 - 6)
Mystery Book Discussion
Priscilla Marks
Reference Librarian
The BPL Virtual Mystery Book Discussion meets on the second Monday of each month at 4:00 PM. The participants take turns picking a favorite mystery book and leading the discussion. Volunteer to lead, take part in the discussion, or just listen until you feel inspired! Register on our Event Calendar, or call the library to learn about upcoming discussions. You will get an email with a list of characters and subjects for discussion. Join us - it’s such fun!
Online Resource Highlight: OverDrive
OverDrive & Libby App
Download free e-books, audiobooks, and e-magazines with OverDrive and the Libby app! You can check out up to 10 items at a time (e-magazines don't count toward your limit). Adult Winter Reading continues throughout the month of March. Register and log titles for a chance to win a Bloomfield supermarket gift card. Read your next book with Libby and OverDrive!
Upcoming Programs
Miss Mara's Facebook Live Storytime
Monday, March 1 at 10:30AM
Who loves dogs? Miss Mara has four dogs and she loves them very much. Come and hear stories all about our four-legged friends.
Caregiver Road Show for CT Families
Tuesday, March 2 at 6:30PM
This program is designed specifically for unpaid family caregivers. Family caregivers can use some support to make sure their loved ones are able to make the choice to live safely and independently at home. In this session, attendees will learn specific tools for navigating and connecting with available services, gain an understanding of care options and costs, and stay informed on the legislative issues impacting seniors and family caregivers. Presented by AARP Connecticut. For Adults.
Mental Health Matters!: Q&A + Discussion with YA Authors Julia Tannenbaum & Jen Petro-Roy
Tuesday, March 2 at 7PM
Join us for an important conversation with authors and activists Julia Tannenbaum and Jen Petro-Roy, who will talk about their YA books that address eating disorders, mental health, and recovery. All participants at this event will have a chance to win a Changing Ways or Good Enough prize bundle that includes a book, journal, and other self-care items. Reading the books is encouraged but not required. For Tweens, Teens, Families, and Teachers.
Science Bytes with Miss Nicole: OOBLECK
Starts Wednesday, March 3
In honor of Dr. Seuss's birthday, this episode of Science Bytes with Miss Nicole will show viewers how to make their very own oobleck! 
Chair Pilates & Toning
Wednesday, March 3 at 11:30AM
Come join Jeff Shealey for chair pilates and toning. Pilates is designed to strengthen core and abdominal muscles, which results in improving your entire body, making daily tasks easier. You will need 2-3 lb. weights, a medicine ball, and resistance bands. This class is presented in collaboration with The Bloomfield Senior Center. For Adults.
Millennials Read
Wednesday, March 3 at 6PM
What are you reading? What are you cooking in the kitchen? Let's chat about our book escapes, how to access books virtually, and foodie favorites. Please join us even if you are not currently reading or cooking anything, we want to meet you! For Adults.
Women in Biblical Literature (4 week series)
Thursday, March 4 at 6:30PM
Was Eve the “ultimate temptress”? Did Bathsheba cause David’s downfall? Was Mary Magdalene a “barely repentant sinner”? This class explores the cultural stereotypes of femininity rooted in Biblical literature. Utilizing the tools of modern critical scholarship, participants will discover what the Bible really says about the mothers, daughters, wives, sisters, peasants, prophets, and queens in Scripture, their vital roles in salvation history, and the feminine principle as an aspect of the Divine. Presented by Christine Marchetti. You are encouraged to attend all four sessions, but each session is open to new participants. For Adults.
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