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Thank you, Public Works, for fixing up Prosser so quickly!
prosser library open for full service we're here for you with image showing child reading in book stacks
Join us for the NEA Big Read: The Best We Could Do
Have you heard? We've partnered with Eastern CT State University and other local libraries to celebrate the Asian community as part of the NEA Big Read. Join us this fall for a variety of programs for all ages. We invite teens and adults to stop by either of our physical locations for your free copy of The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir by Thi Bui (while supplies last).
BPL Online Highlight
Ancestry Library research your family history with this free genealogy resource access from home for a limited time with your bpl card or onsite access with library computer or wi-fi
Featured Programs and Events
Miss Nicole reads The Three Little Tamales by Eric A. Kimmel
Starts Monday, October 4
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Miss Nicole will be reading a Hispanic twist on an old favorite: THE THREE LITTLE TAMALES by Eric A. Kimmel. The storytime will be available as an on-demand YouTube video starting on October 4th.
Opera Talk: Boris Godunov
Tuesday, October 5 at 1PM
Modest Mussorgsky spent almost all his professional life either in the Russian military or civil service. His output was small, much was left unfinished and very few public performances took place during his lifetime. “Boris” is his only completed operatic work and although it only received a handful of performances at first, today it is considered one of the greatest operas to come out of Russia. Jeffrey Engel will explore Mussorgsky’s tragic life and play excerpts from “Boris Godunov." For Adults.
"Appy" Hour: Mango Languages
Tuesday, October 5 at 4PM
Have you always wanted to learn a new language at your own pace, or brush up on your forgotten skills? This month, we will demo Mango Languages. Mango Languages is a FREE online language-learning system that teaches actual conversation skills for over 70 languages from around the world, including English language learning. For Adults.
Science Bytes with Miss Nicole: COLOR-CHANGING SLIME
Starts Wednesday, October 6
In this video episode of Science Bytes, Miss Nicole will show viewers a fun spin on a classic slime recipe...to make heat-sensitive, color-changing slime!
Kits with supplies will be available to pickup at both of our BPL locations starting on September 27th (while supplies last). For Children & Tweens.
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, October 6 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, October 6 at 1:30PM
Take a guided meditation journey break during your day with our community partners at Seabury. Seabury is an active life plan community located in Bloomfield. For Adults.
Library Building Committee Meeting
Wednesday, October 6 at 6PM
All meetings of the Library Building Committee are open to the public, including this virtual meeting. View the agenda and more information here.
Millennials Read
Wednesday, October 6 at 6PM
At this no-stress book discussion, join readers in their 20s, 30s, and 40s to talk about current book picks. You do not need to be reading anything to participate. A partnership between Bloomfield Public Library and Simsbury Public Library and open to all. We hope to see you there.
Let's Chat!
Thursday, October 7 at 2PM
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.
Starting a Podcast
Thursday, October 7 at 6PM
Are you looking to kick start your own business or side-hustle? Join us for Part Two of our three-part Virtual Entrepreneurship Series. Presented by Patrina Dixon. This event is co-sponsored by the Wilson Branch Library and Bloomfield Public Library. For Adults.
Graphic Memoir Workshop: Part 1
Thursday, October 7 at 7:30PM
Join local artist Matt Ryan of Free Lunch Comics to create the beginnings of your own Graphic Memoir. This 3-part series will focus on Self-Character (Oct 7), Storytelling (Oct 14), and a Sip & Share (Oct 21). Participants are expected to attend all three sessions for the best experience. Part of a series based on the NEA's Big Read: The Best We Could Do and in partnership with Eastern CT State University. Learn more here. For Adults.
Miss Sheila's Somewhat Scary Stories
Starts Saturday, October 9
What Somewhat Scary Stories will Miss Sheila read today? Tune in to our YouTube page every Saturday to find a new story throughout October.
New Book Shelf
El Cucuy is scared too by donna barba higuera book cover showing child comforting a monster in a potted cactus
El Cucuy is Scared, Too
by Donna Barba Higuera
Children's Book
Seekers of the Aweto book 1 the hunt is on by nie jun book cover showing a young adult riding a fairy surrounded by flying insects
Seekers of the Aweto
#1 The Hunt Is On
by Nie Jun
Middle Grade Book
Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean book cover showing a young woman smelling a flower
Tokyo Ever After
by Emiko Jean
Teen Book
Made in China A memoir of love and labor book cover showing scissors cutting thread
Made in China: a Memoir of Love and Labor
by Anna Qu
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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