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BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
NEWSLETTER
May 15 - 20, 2023
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PLEASE NOTE: If you are viewing this newsletter with your Gmail account, you will need to click on "VIEW ENTIRE MESSAGE" (at the bottom of the page on the left side) to view the entire newsletter.
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BPL Transition Phase Continues:
Reduced Thursday Hours: 2-8 pm
Prosser closed on Tuesdays; McMahon Wintonbury open
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DID YOU KNOW that, in addition to Libby and Hoopla, you have an additional source for ebooks and audiobooks? The CT State Library’s eGO collection offers over 14,000 FREE downloadable e-books and e-audio through The Palace Project. To access the collection, download the free Palace Project app (by Lyrasis), type in the name of your library, and enter your library card number. Happy reading! | |
BPL had a memorable time at the CT Library Association Conference! | |
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We are so proud of BPL Librarians Sara Ray and Rachel Tonucci for presenting our best practices and approach to adult programming, as described below:
Adult Programming Through a Social Justice Lens
When it comes to planning adult programming, how can we be as inclusive as possible, so that every community member feels a sense of belonging, including staff? Maybe you’ve heard comments such as “we don’t have enough: money, leadership support, knowledge about social justice, interested patrons,” and others. By using the CT State Library’s literacies and tracking a variety of awareness months, you can create a template to ensure that different skills and identities are represented in your programming. Then you can extend it to other aspects of librarianship such as policies, mission statements, service, collections, publicity, and more. Sponsored by: CLA Conference Committee
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Librarian Sara Ray and McMahon Wintonbury Manager Carol Walters were thrilled to hear our relationship with the Connecticut Library Consortium saved our community $80,536. | |
Director Elizabeth Lane was reminded once again by EveryLibrary Executive Director John Chrastka how important it is to stick up for and support libraries. We're ALL here for our communities! | |
Online Resource Highlight | |
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Black Bears with DEEP
Tuesday, May 16 at 2PM
| Join Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple as she talks about black bears, focusing on the natural history of black bears in Connecticut, an overview of black bear habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction and current research efforts. She also provides practical recommendations for optimum co-existence with our black bear population. For Adults. | |
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Ever wondered what goes into choosing between artificial turf and natural turf? Three experts will discuss the pros and cons of both artificial and natural turf, the best treatment products for turfs as well as lawns, and some of the issues involved with AT, which contains plastic. This program is presented in partnership with the Bloomfield Conservation, Energy, and Environment Committee (CEEC). For Adults. | |
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There are three state parks in Bloomfield, a wild and scenic river, a national scenic trail, and other natural assets. Join three local environmental experts to learn more about these special places and other outdoor activities near you. For Adults. | |
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Gentle Yoga with Pia
Wednesday, May 17 at 12PM
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Meditation
Wednesday, May 17 at 1:30PM
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Opera Talk: Don Giovanni
Thursday, May 18 at 1PM
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Thursday, May 18 at 5:30PM
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Book Shelf: Asian American Pacific Islander Month | |
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Eyes that Speak to the Stars
by Joanna Ho
Children's Picture Book
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Yes We Will
by Kelly Yang
Children's Nonfiction
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Patron Saints of Nothing
by Randy Ribay
Teen Book
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The School for Good Mothers
by Jessamine Chan
Adult Book
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What are you reading? Tag us and let us know on Instagram or Facebook @bplct | |
- Please wear a mask and practice social distancing if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. Masks available upon request.
- Ask about our Playaways, Vox Books, and Launchpads!
- Computers, printer, scanner, copier, fax, study rooms available
- Free notary services by appointment
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Visit the Event Calendar for 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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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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