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Join Us at McMahon Wintonbury for a Poetry Celebration
Did you know BPL's long-running Wintonbury Poetry Series just celebrated its 25th anniversary? BPL staffer Tom Nicotera had been running this popular program since 2016, but recently decided to step down from the position. But have no fear, Tom is NOT retiring from Bloomfield Public Library! He will still be working at BPL, making poetry recommendations and helping our public with all of their library needs. (Ask him how long he has owned the book he is holding in the photo!)

We invite you to join us for a poetry celebration honoring Tom on Monday, August 15, 2022, from 6:30 pm-8:00 pm. We welcome all community members to join in the festivities and participate in an Open Mic. Light refreshments will be served. This program will be held at McMahon Wintonbury, 1015 Blue Hills Avenue, with indoor and outdoor options available. Please register here so we can have an estimated head count. We look forward to seeing you!
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This Week's Featured Events
Stepping Stones - Take & Make
Starts Monday, August 1
Kids will enjoy embedding colorful shells, marbles, tiles and glass nuggets into quick drying cement as they create a beautiful garden stepping stone. Please visit the library beginning August 1 to get your take-home kit. The recorded video will be available for the month of August. One per family, please; supplies are limited.
Solar S'mores for Teens: In-person at McMahon Wintonbury
Tuesday, August 2 at 1PM
Join us on the McMahon Wintonbury lawn to make a solar oven and melty s'mores. For students entering grades 7-12. Limited space available. Rain date: Friday, August 5 at 1PM.
"The Danger of a Single Story": TED Talk Viewing and Discussion
Tuesday, August 2 at 6:30PM
Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice, and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or country, we risk a critical misunderstanding. We will spend about 20 minutes viewing and listening to this TED Talk. Then we will discuss the concepts presented in the talk. If you would like to view it on your own before the program, please visit this link. There is a transcript available as well. For Adults.
My Garden of a Thousand Bees: Film Screening (All Ages)
Wednesday, August 3 at 2PM
Bees and other pollinators play a crucial role in nature, pollinating fruits, vegetables, grains, and flowers that are essential to both human agriculture and wild ecosystems. But these important pollinators are facing challenges from habitat and food supply decline, pesticides, and more. At this film screening, attendees will experience the beauty and biodiversity of native bees. After the film (53 mins), we will have a brief discussion with the Bloomfield Beautification Committee and learn how to support these important local pollinators. Stop by McMahon Wintonbury or Prosser to pickup your free wildflower packet and bee guide (while supplies last).
Seventeen Summers in a Garden
Thursday, August 4 at 6:30PM
Although his most famous works were set along the Mississippi River of his childhood, Mark Twain composed those novels while living in Nook Farm, a neighborhood of Hartford full of celebrated literary figures. This program explores what it was like in this vibrant community of authors and activists, whose residents included not only Twain, but also novelist Harriet Beecher Stowe, travel writer and journalist Charles Dudley Warner, Civil War hero and senator Joseph Hawley, and female suffrage campaigner Isabella Beecher Hooker. It also considers the ways Twain’s decades in Connecticut shaped his writing, family, and social life. Presented by the Mark Twain House staff. For Adults.
Nature Walk in Filley Park (Meet at Prosser)
Saturday, August 6 at 11AM
Bloomfield Public Library invites you to get outside this summer and enjoy a nature walk in beautiful Filley Park! Members of the Filley Park Committee will join us to provide a little history about the park and help in identifying some of the trees and more. All attendees will receive a complimentary reusable water bottle. Children will also receive a nature journal and magnifying glass to take with them on our walks. This gentle walk is perfect for families and kids/adults of all ages!
Recurring Programs
Welcoming Wednesday Storytime at McMahon Wintonbury
Wednesday, August 3 at 10:30AM
Join Miss Sheila and Miss Mara at the McMahon Wintonbury Library for an in-person program: Welcoming Wednesday Storytime. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes and more! All adults will be required to wear a mask - masks can be provided by Bloomfield Public Library onsite. Best for ages 5 and under.
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, August 3 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, August 3 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. This program is open to all.
Teen Anime Club
Thursday, August 4 at 6PM
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 at Prosser
Friday, August 5 at 10:30AM
Join our children's librarians at Prosser Library for an in-person program: Fun Friday Storytime. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes and more! All adults will be required to wear a mask - masks can be provided by Bloomfield Public Library onsite. Best for ages 5 and under.
Pokémon Card Trading Zone at Prosser
Saturday, August 6 at 1PM
Bring your cards to show off to fellow Pokémon fans, and maybe even agree on some cool card trades! Miss Nicole will have a few extra cards on hand for first-time collectors to help them build up their starter decks, and some Pokémon-themed board games will be on-hand for added fun. Registration is not required to attend. For Kids, Tweens, or Teens! Snacks will be provided.
Book Shelf: Poetry
Gmorning, Gnight!:
Little Pep Talks For Me & You
by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Adult Book for All Ages
Chasing Utopia: A Hybrid
by Nikki Giovanni
Adult Book
Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude
by Ross Gay
Adult Book
Appalachian Elegy:
Poetry and Place
by bell hooks
Adult Book
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  • Technology services (computer, printer, scanner, copier, fax)  
  • Call ahead for curbside delivery, or email print requests to askbplct@gmail.com
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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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