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BPL's New Buildings Project
The architecture firm for Bloomfield Public Library's buildings project, TSKP, presented a project update at the February 23 Library Building Committee Meeting. The update was followed by an open house presentation with the architects of the 3D building models at McMahon Wintonbury Library on February 24.

As part of the new buildings project, the Library Building Committee is starting the LEED certification process. LEED certified buildings save money, improve efficiency, lower carbon emissions, and create healthier places for people. They are a critical part of addressing climate change, enhancing resilience, and supporting more equitable communities.

Please join the conversation about BPL's future at the Library Board Meeting next Tuesday (3/8/22) or the Library Building Committee Meeting next Wednesday (3/9/22). Participation is encouraged!
designs under consideration as of february 23 2022 showing building models for mcMahon wintonbury and prosser libraries
A Celebration of Women: Women's History Month Highlights
This Week's Featured Events
Miss Heidi reads Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became the World's Fastest Woman (Youtube recorded)
Monday, March 7 at 10 AM
Before Wilma Rudolph was five years old, polio had paralyzed her left leg. They said she would never walk again, but Wilma refused to believe it. Not only would she walk again, but she also vowed she'd RUN. And she did run—all the way to the Olympics, where she became the first American woman to earn three gold medals in a single Olympiad. This inspiring story will be available beginning March 7 on our Youtube channel.
Outlander Fan Party
Monday, March 7 at 7 PM
Celebrate the best book and TV series, Diana Gabaldon's Outlander, which produced nine books, a graphic novel, novellas, the Lord John series, and six TV seasons of battles, humor, sex, and whisky. We will attempt to discuss it all. So gather your kilt, beware of standing stones, and Slainte! Fan packets will be available at the Library and emailed digitally to all participants. For Adults.
Women Center Stage
Wednesday, March 9 at 2 PM
Once barred from the stage because it was seen to be “dangerous” and “immoral,” women have struggled to find their place in the spotlight for centuries. Chronic underrepresentation, sexual harassment, and the loss of roles after a certain age is still an issue for women in the performing arts today. Sophie Tucker faced discrimination due to her weight. Katherine Hepburn struggled to find roles that defied stereotypes. Marian Anderson became a reluctant icon of the Civil Rights movement simply for doing what she loved to do: sing before an audience. Help us put the spotlight on the Connecticut women who found a voice for change in the performing arts. Presented by the Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame. For Adults.
Veterans’ Employment Connection
Thursday, March 10 at 2:30 PM
Learn about the ways in which veterans may receive reemployment services from trained staff at American Job Centers throughout the state. Local Veterans’ Employment Representatives conduct outreach to area businesses to assist veterans in gaining employment, and they facilitate the employment, training, and placement services furnished to veterans in the state’s Job Centers. Presented by John Pereira and Tim Rockefeller. For Adults.
Book Discussion: Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia
Thursday, March 10 at 5:30 PM
The daughter of a Cuban immigrant battles addiction and the fallout of her decision to take in the child of an ICE detainee, while her mother wrestles with displacement trauma and complicated family ties. Copies of the book are available at the library. For Adults.
Recurring Programs
Opera Talk: Ariadne Auf Naxos
Tuesday, March 8 at 1 PM
Since 1608, Ariadne has been a favorite operatic subject. Monteverdi, Handel, Dukas, and Milhaud are but a few who were attracted to her story. The most successful version is by Richard Strauss. It features one of the longest and most difficult arias ever written, a true tour de force for a coloratura soprano. Jeffrey Engel will detail the complicated origins of Strauss’s sixth opera and play excerpts from it, including, of course, THE aria. For Adults.
Library Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 8 at 6 PM
All meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Bloomfield Public Library are open to the public, including this virtual meeting.
Welcoming Wednesday Storytime @ McMahon Wintonbury
Wednesday, March 9 at 11 AM
Join our children's librarians at McMahon Wintonbury for a new in-person program. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and more! All adults and children ages 2 and up will be required to wear a mask - masks can be provided by Bloomfield Public Library onsite. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
In-person at McMahon Wintonbury
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, March 9 at 11:30 AM
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, March 9 at 1:30 PM
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. This program is open to all.
Library Building Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 9 at 6 PM
All meetings of the Library Building Committee are open to the public, including this virtual meeting. View the agenda and more information here.
Teen Anime Club
Thursday, March 10 at 6 PM
Join Miss Nicole for an evening of binge-watching some terrific anime episodes using the Zoom platform! Suggestions for series to watch are always welcome. Best for teens in grades 7-12.
Fun Friday Storytime @ Prosser
Friday, March 11 at 11 AM
Join our children's librarians at Prosser for a new in-person program. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and more! All adults and children ages 2 and up will be required to wear a mask - masks can be provided by Bloomfield Public Library onsite. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
In-person at Prosser
Food Explorers Mac & Cheese
Friday, March 11 at 4 PM
Join Food Explorers to make everyone's favorite comfort food: Mac & Cheese! You’ll learn how to make your own cheese sauce as a base for this delicious meal. You’ll need the following ingredients: pasta (elbows or another shape), milk, flour, butter, cheddar cheese (8oz), plus optional ingredients like onion, parmesan cheese, and herbs, or toppings like veggies or bacon. For Teens and Tweens.
Comics Plus Book Shelf
big nate beware of low flying corn muffins by lincoln pierce comic book cover showing kids at a lunch table
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
by Lincoln Pierce
Children
minecraft volume 1 by Sfé R. Monster graphic cover showing cartoon kids
Minecraft: Vol. 1
Middle Grade
fairytail by hiro mashima manga cover showing characters on an outdoor adventure
Fairytail: Vol. 1
by Hiro Mashima
Teen
american gods graphic novel by neil gaiman cover showing persons face showing through outline of a bird of prey
American Gods: Vol. 1
by Neil Gaiman
Teen/Adult
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  • 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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