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Covid-19 Booster Shot Clinic
The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District is offering Covid-19 booster shots on Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning December 8 by appointment only. Don't forget to bring your license or ID, health insurance card, and Covid-19 vaccination card.

They are located at 580 Cottage Grove Rd, Suite 100. To schedule an appointment, call
860-561-7900.
BPL Online Highlight
Bloomfield job fair on december 8 visit the library table to learn how we can help held at 330 park avenue click here for more info
Featured Programs and Events
Holiday Cooking
Monday, December 6 at 3PM
Join Bloomfield Public Library and the Wintonbury Historical Society for a multicultural and multigenerational presentation of Bloomfield winter holiday cooking. Libbie Merrow will showcase gingerbread cookies (a recipe with local origins)! Paula Baram will share how to make potato latkes, a traditional Jewish dish. Mayor Danielle Wong will present recipes for porgy escovitch fish and ginger tea. For Adults.
Short Story Chat: The Swimmer
Monday, December 6 at 6:30PM
For this month's chat, we are going to talk about The Swimmer by John Cheever. You may request a hard copy of the story by calling the library. For Adults.
Scott Joplin And Other Composers of Ragtime
Tuesday, December 7 at 1PM
Although Scott Joplin (v.1867-1917) is considered ‘The King of Ragtime,’ there were many other composers who wrote fine examples of this precursor to jazz. Jeffrey Engel will explore the ragtime repertoire and show how classical composers were inspired by it well into the 20th century. For Adults.
Comic Construction Workshop for Teens
Tuesday, December 7 at 4PM
At this educational and interactive program, Matt Ryan will guide participants through the creation of a comics page, the construction of a character, and the life of a comic from script to press. Students will put the principles they learn into action by creating their own written and drawn pages. Have paper and pencils ready. Best for grades 7-12 but open to Tweens through Young Adults.
Virtual Tuesday Night Storytime
Tuesday, December 7 at 5PM
Miss Sheila's Tuesday night storytime will once again be coming to you LIVE on Facebook.
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, December 8 at 11:30AM
Pia is the Owner and Director of Wabi-Sabi Yoga and Wellness Center in Windsor, CT. Through yoga, meditation, and breathwork, she believes healing happens from the inside out. At this class, we will start with meditation and breathwork followed by seated postures and standing postures with the assistance of a chair. For Adults.
Stitch a Snowflake
Wednesday, December 8 at 6:30PM
Make a snowflake that will last years, not just a season. Participants will receive an embroidery kit (available at both libraries) and personal instruction on how to sew a snowflake ornament. Simple enough for beginners, yet fun for any level crafter. Best for adults but open to anyone interested in learning embroidery.
Pokemon Club
Thursday, December 9 at 4PM
Join Miss Nicole for an afternoon of all things Pokémon virtually on Zoom! We'll do an activity together, and then watch some Pokémon episodes or a movie through Miss Nicole's shared screen. For Children, Tweens, and Teens.
Book Discussion: The Last Train to London by Meg Waite Clayton
Thursday, December 9 at 5:30PM
A tale inspired by the Kindertransports of World War II finds a Jewish teen’s life shattered by the Nazi takeover before he joins a member of the Dutch resistance in a life-risking effort to escape Germany. Don't miss the author special event on December 14! For Adults.
New Book Shelf
How do dinosaurs say happy chanukah by jane yolen book cover showing dinosaur holding menorah and parents looking on
by Jane Yolen
Children's Book
the eight knights of hanukkah by leslie kimmelman showing eight children dressed as knights
The Eight Nights of Hannukah
by Leslie Kimmelman
Children's Book
oskar and the eight blessings by richard and tanya simon book cover showing young boy in jacket on snowy night
Oskar and the Eight Blessings
by Richard Simon and Tanya Simon
Children's Book
Jewihs Holiday Baking by Uri Scheft book cover showing traditional Jewish cookies
Jewish Holiday Baking
by Uri Scheft
Adult Book
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  • Masks and social distancing are required in Bloomfield Public Library buildings
  • Computers/browsing/reference services/study space available
  • Technology services (computer, printer, scanner, copier, fax)  
  • Call ahead for curbside delivery, or email print requests to askbplct@gmail.com
  • Visit the Event Calendar for virtual programs (or view Printable Event Calendar)
  • Museum Passes for free or discounted admission to many area attractions
  • Laminate a copy of your Vaccine Card for free (COVID-19 Vaccine info)
  • BPL Online library is always open — read, watch, listen, research!
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