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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
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Stanley Hawthorne
Town Manager
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and we have really enjoyed meeting the 224 people this summer who have already gotten a new library card, whether you just moved to town, are signing up a young member of the family for the first time, or haven’t been to the library since you were a kid and need a new card. 

Did you know that not only is it FREE to get a library card, but your library card gets you lots of FREE resources, such as books, audiobooks, e-books, movies, TV series, music, magazine and newspaper articles, genealogical research, test prep, language learning resources, and so much more? So what are you waiting for? Be like new Town Manager Stanley Hawthorne and get your FREE library card TODAY! 
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Featured Programs and Events
Mystery Book Discussion: The Shape of Water 
Monday, September 13 at 4PM
The Shape of Water follows Sicilian detective Inspector Montalbano as he investigates the suspicious death of an engineer who had made a name for himself in a small town. Copies of the book are available at the Library and a downloadable audiobook is available on Hoopla. For Adults.
Beginner Line Dancing with Heidi 
Monday, September 13 at 6:30PM
Learn a few basic line dancing steps. We will spend time walking through the steps for all the dances. Then the music goes on, and we practice what we just learned. No previous experience is necessary. All ages are welcome!
Podcast Chat: Latino USA
Tuesday, September 14 at 6:30PM
This month, we will discuss the podcast Latino USA to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month. Winner of a Peabody Award, Latino USA is the longest-running national Latino news and cultural public radio program hosted by journalist Maria Hinojosa. Her company, Futuro Media, is committed to telling stories often overlooked by mainstream media by expanding narratives when a lack of racial equity is presented. For Adults.
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, September 15 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.
Meditation
Wednesday, September 15 at 1:30PM
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. For Adults.
Library Board Meeting
Wednesday, September 15 at 5:30PM
All meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Bloomfield Public Library are open to the public, including this virtual meeting.
Let's Chat!
Thursday, September 16 at 2PM
What are you reading? What are you cooking in the kitchen? Let's chat about our book escapes, how to download books, summer gardening wrap-up, and foodie favorites. Please join us even if you are not currently reading or cooking anything, we want to meet you! For Adults.
Pokémon Club
Thursday, September 16 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.
Food Explorers: Southwest Taquitos
Friday, September 17 at 4PM
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Food Explorers! You’ll be using egg roll wrappers stuffed with filling and then baked to achieve a golden brown, crispy taquito. You’ll need the following ingredients: 1 onion, garlic, 1 bell pepper, 1 can black beans, frozen/canned corn, shredded Mexican cheese, EGGROLL wrappers (found in the refrigerated section/ethnic foods), plus optional: cilantro, cumin, sour cream, lime and avocado. Optional avocado can be combined with sour cream to make a sauce. For Teens and Tweens.
New Book Shelf at McMahon Wintonbury Library
The Rice in the Pot Goes Round and Round
by Wendy Wan-Long Shang
Children's Book
booked by kwame alexander book cover showing silhouette kicking soccer ball
Booked
by Kwame Alexander
Middle Grade Book
rise to the sun by leah johnson book cover showing two teenagers hugging
Rise to the Sun
by Leah Johnson
Teen Book
golden girl by elin hilderbrand book cover showing silhouette walking into sunset
Golden Girl
by Elin Hilderbrand
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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