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Come Bloom With Us (August 15 - 20)
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BPL's Two Library Buildings Project
Many thanks to our Bloomfield Town Council for moving our project forward at their July 28, 2022 Special Meeting!
Online Resource Highlight
This Week's Featured Events
Poetry Celebration Party (In-person at McMahon Wintonbury)
Monday, August 15 at 6:30PM
Join us for a poetry celebration honoring Tom Nicotera’s retirement from the Wintonbury Poetry Series. We welcome all community members to join in the festivities and participate in the Open Mic. Light refreshments will be served. Kindly register. This program will be held at McMahon Wintonbury, 1015 Blue Hills Ave, with indoor and outdoor options. Open to all.
Atlantic Magazine Discussion Group
Tuesday, August 16 at 11AM
Discuss current events as reported in the Atlantic Magazine. All are invited to join the conversation or to just listen. The conversations will be facilitated by Elizabeth Lane, Library Director. Copies of the articles are available at Prosser, McMahon Wintonbury, and BPL Online (ResearchItCT). For Adults.
All Things Camping (In-person at McMahon Wintonbury)
Thursday, August 18 at 10:30AM
Join us for a program out in the field at the library to learn about all things camping. Join CT DEEP State Parks staff and friends to learn about camping at one of our CT state parks or forests. You'll hear about what to bring, how to set up a campsite and tent, plus play games and read stories together! We promise to bring the fun and the smores! For Children and Tweens.
Recurring Programs
Welcoming Wednesday Storytime at McMahon Wintonbury
Wednesday, August 17 at 10:30AM
Join Miss Sheila and Miss Mara at the McMahon Wintonbury Library for an in-person program. 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.
Meditation
Wednesday, August 17 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. For Adults.
Let's Chat!: Garden Tour
Thursday, August 18 at 2PM
Take a tour of Sara's garden (vegetables, fruit, and flowers). If it's rainy, we will still meet to chat and will reschedule the tour for another day. You are welcome to share your screen or email Sara pictures of your garden as well to share. For Adults.
Fun Friday Storytime at Prosser
Friday, August 19 at 10:30AM
Join our children's librarians at Prosser for an 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. Best for ages 5 and under.
Book Shelf: Beach Reads
What are you reading? Tag us and let us know on Instagram or Facebook @bplct
  • Masks are optional in BPL. Social distancing is still required. Please wear a mask if you are experiencing potential COVID-19 symptoms and be gracious to those who choose to wear a mask. Masks available upon request.
  • 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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