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Hours
Mon - Tue: 11-6
Wed - Thu: 11-8
Fri: 11-6
Sat: 11-3
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Come Bloom With Us (November 1 - 6) |
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McMahon Wintonbury Library
860-242-0041
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Prosser Library
860-243-9721
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BPL’s Two-Library Building Project:
Referendum Vote on Election Day 2021
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This Tuesday, November 2, 2021, the residents of the Town of Bloomfield will have the opportunity to vote on the following question:
"SHALL THE TOWN OF BLOOMFIELD APPROPRIATE $29,255,000 FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO TOWN LIBRARIES AND AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS AND NOTES IN THE SAME AMOUNT TO FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION?"
The estimated tax impact on residents is as follows: if your house is assessed at $125,000, your taxes would increase $23.33 a year for three years - that's $1.96 per month for three years. If your house is assessed at $250,000, your taxes would increase by $46.33 a year for three years - that's $3.86 a month for three years.
“The LBC believes that the proposed project would address the concerns raised by the public about BPL’s future. It would increase the size of our library system and our ability to improve and deliver services that people want from their library,” said BPL Director Elizabeth Lane.
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A Message from the Friends: Donations and Books for Sale |
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Friends' members Joyce Libbin (left) and Beth Ellison (right) |
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The Friends of the Bloomfield Library
are excited to be back in business!
We have returned the book sale carts to the lower lobby at Prosser and to McMahon Wintonbury, selling gently used books that have been donated by patrons like you.
All books on the carts are $.50 or $1.00. In previous years, proceeds of the cart sales have been used to provide programming and materials that are not ordinarily covered in the library budget, such as the Spotlight Sunday Series, summer reading programs for all ages, a summer intern from Bloomfield High School, and computers.
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When you visit the carts, you will notice that you now pay into a cash box and exact change is required. This system is working well so far, and we appreciate your cooperation.
We are again accepting donations from our patrons. We welcome your clean, gently used books, CDs, books on CD, and DVDs. We are unable to accept magazines, textbooks, cassettes and VHS videos, computer manuals, or encyclopedias.
We have not yet decided when our next book sale will be, but in the meantime, help us support our library system by shopping at the carts!
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Featured Programs and Events |
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Miss Heidi reads Wishes by Muon Thi Van
Tuesday, November 2 at 10:30AM
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Join Miss Heidi for the picture book read aloud of Wishes. Wishes tells the powerful, honest story about one Vietnamese family's search for a new home on the other side of the world, and the long-lasting and powerful impact that makes on the littlest member of the family. Inspired by actual events in the author's life, this is a narrative that is both timely and timeless. Told through the eyes of a young girl, the story chronicles a family's difficult and powerful journey to pack up what they can carry and to leave their world behind, traveling to a new and unknown place in a crowded boat. Link will be available on Nov. 2.
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The Story of Apples: History, Culture, and Cooking with Amy Traverso, author of "The Apple Lover's Cookbook"
Tuesday, November 2 at 3PM
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Join Bloomfield Public Library and the Wintonbury Historical Society for a presentation by New England author Amy Traverso, who will discuss apples, their place in New England cooking, and her recent book, The Apple Lover's Cookbook: Revised and Updated (2020).
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Paint Night for Teens!
Tuesday, November 2 at 6:30PM
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Follow along with Pam’s Picassos as she walks you through creating this beautiful nighttime winter scene. Kits will be available for pick up at either Prosser and McMahon Wintonbury library beginning Monday, October 25. Instructions for picking up your kit will be included in the email you receive upon registering. For teens in grades 7-12. |
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Science Bytes with Miss Nicole: TATTOO A BANANA!
Starts Wednesday, November 3
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In this video episode of Science Bytes, Miss Nicole will show viewers how to put a little art in their science fun by giving a "tattoo" to a banana! |
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Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri
Wednesday, November 3 at 11:30AM
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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. |
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Meditation
Wednesday, November 3 at 1:30PM
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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. |
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Birding in Costa Rica
Wednesday, November 3 at 1:30PM
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Costa Rica has a geographical area only slightly larger than Vermont and New Hampshire put together, yet it is home to over 850 different bird species. That's more than all of Mexico, the United States, and Canada combined! Its climate is equally amazing, covering eight different climatic zones from Tropical Rainforest to Polar Tundra. This program combines photographs of many of the colorful bird species and scenery from two different trips to Costa Rica, the first in 2009, and the second in 2014. Presented by Chris Fisher in partnership with the Dun-Land-Woods Garden Club. For Adults. |
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Library Building Committee Meeting
Wednesday, November 3 at 6PM
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All meetings of the Library Building Committee are open to the public, including this virtual meeting. View the agenda and more information here.
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Millennials Read
Wednesday, November 3 at 6PM
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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. |
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Let's Chat!
Thursday, November 4 at 2PM
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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. |
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Pokémon Club
Thursday, November 4 at 4PM
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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. |
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Nutrition for Better Sleep
Thursday, November 4 at 6:30PM
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Food related directly to serotonin, a key hormone along with other important vitamins and minerals, helps promote healthy sleep. Join this informative program to learn how to improve your nutrition and get a more calm and restful sleep. Shana Griffin, registered dietitian and integrative and functional nutrition practitioner will guide you with reviews on delicious foods and products, as well as simple realistic recipes the whole family will enjoy! For Adults. |
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Willodeen
by Katherine Applegate
Children's Book
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Pony
by R.J. Palacio
Middle Grade Book
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The Beast and the Bethany
by Jack Meggitt-Phillips
Middle Grade Book
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Dog Eat Dog
by David Rosenfelt
Adult Book
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What are you reading? Tag us and let us know on Instagram or Facebook @bplct |
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BPL continues to expand services! |
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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)
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Call ahead for curbside delivery, or email print requests to askbplct@gmail.com
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Visit the Event Calendar for virtual programs (or view Printable Event Calendar)
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Museum Passes for free or discounted admission to many area attractions
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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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BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY |
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McMahon Wintonbury Library
860-242-0041
1015 Blue Hills Ave.
Bloomfield, CT 06002
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Prosser Library
860-243-9721
1 Tunxis Ave.
Bloomfield, CT 06002
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