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Attention Grandparents!
Are you looking for enjoyable, no-cost activities for the crawlers, toddlers and other “littles” who’ll be visiting with you this summer? Look no further! In addition to a fantastic selection of board and picture books for children, the Bloomfield Public Library now has fun, themed backpacks for 1’s, 2’s, and 3-year olds. The backpacks contain manipulatives, games, and activities to help teach and reinforce early learning concepts, and are sure to be a delightful and enjoyable way for you to spend time with your grandchildren. 
Carol Walters
Library Services Assistant
Dream It, Be It (Virtual 3-Day Camp for Teen Girls)
Tuesday, July 13 - Thursday, July 15 from 2-4PM
ONLY A FEW SPACES LEFT! Grades 8-12: Join us for a fun and interactive 3-day virtual camp to inspire and empower girls. Let’s build confidence and learn about discovering your dreams, balancing stress, exploring career goals, and more! Each participant will receive a gift bag that includes materials for the camp, snacks, and a fun registration prize (while supplies last). Bags must be claimed the week of July 6-10. Limited space available.
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Featured Programs and Events
The Library will be closed Saturday, July 3 - Monday, July 5.
Tanglewood Marionettes present "Sleeping Beauty"
Tuesday, July 6 - Tuesday, July 13
Sleeping Beauty begins with a gathering of guests celebrating the birth of Princess Aurora. All is well until the wicked witch arrives and curses the baby princess. Will the curse come true? You will know when you see Tanglewood Marionettes’ presentation of this beloved classic. In this retelling, a painted storybook opens to reveal each scene. Hand-crafted marionettes are brought to life by a master puppeteer as the events unfold. Running time: 40 minutes. Best for pre-K-2. 
"Appy" Hour: Hoopla
Tuesday, July 6 at 4PM
Welcome to “Appy” Hour, a new series introducing the Library’s most popular apps for your smartphone, tablet, or computer. At this small group instruction class, you will view a live demonstration with BPL Librarians, and then have time to practice what you have learned with 1:1 guidance from us! Hoopla enables you to borrow e-books, audiobooks, comics, movies, TV shows, and music. All Hoopla titles are available for checkout immediately – no waiting in line! For Adults.
Virtual Tuesday Night Storytime
Tuesday, July 6 at 5PM
Miss Sheila's Tuesday night story time will once again be coming to you LIVE on Facebook.
Caribbean Book Discussion: Wide Sargasso Sea
Tuesday, July 6 at 6:30PM
Wide Sargasso Sea introduces us to Antoinette Cosway, a sensual and protected young woman who is sold into marriage to the prideful Mr. Rochester. Rhys portrays Cosway amidst a society so driven by hatred, so skewed in its sexual relations, that it can literally drive a woman out of her mind. Join Milla Riggio, Professor of English, Emerita, Trinity College, facilitator for tonight's discussion. For Adults.
Science Bytes with Miss Nicole: Ultraviolet Light & Color Changing Beads
Starts Wednesday, July 7
In this episode of Science Bytes, Miss Nicole will show viewers a way to test how well their sunscreen works using color changing beads! You provide the sunscreen, and we'll provide the nifty color-changing beads! Supply kits are available at either of our locations (while supplies last). For Children & Tweens.
DEEP presents Who Pooped in the Park?
Wednesday, July 7 at 10:30AM
This series of books helps you learn how to identify animal droppings, tracks and other remains to know what animals have been in the area. We will help you identify some common animal droppings and tracks you can find in our CT State Parks to learn more about the animals living here. All Ages.
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, July 7 at 11:30AM
Pia is the Owner and Director of Wabi-Sabi Yoga and Wellness Center in Windsor, CT, and believes healing happens from the inside out. Her Gentle Yoga class is a true representation of the Eight Limbs of Yoga. We will start with meditation and breathwork, followed by seated and standing postures with the assistance of a chair. For Adults & Teens.
Meditation
Wednesday, July 7 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!
Wednesday, July 7 at 2:30PM
What are you reading? What are you cooking in the kitchen? Let's chat about our book escapes, gardening, 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.
Millennials Read
Wednesday, July 7 at 6PM
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.
Horizon Wings
Thursday, July 8 at 10AM
Ever wish you could experience the thrill of being up close to a magnificent eagle, hawk, falcon, or owl? Well, this is your opportunity! All of the birds at Horizon Wings are unable to survive in the wild, but have overcome their individual challenges and have learned to adapt to their new lives as feathered ambassadors. Be inspired by their individual stories of survival, explore fascinating facts about each species, and learn what you can do to help them. For ages 6+.
Pokémon Club
Thursday, July 8 at 4PM
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.
Book Discussion: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
Thursday, July 8 at 5:30PM
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is a 1943 semi-autobiographical novel written by Betty Smith. The story focuses on an impoverished but aspirational adolescent girl and her family living in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York City, during the first two decades of the 20th century. For Adults.
Gentle Yoga
Thursday, July 8 at 6:30PM
Take some time for you at this Gentle Yoga series. We will stretch, breathe, and meditate together, so have a mat or rug ready. Chair options will be provided. Taught by Kirsten Benson, this series runs June 24 - August 12. Attend the date(s) that work for you. For Adults.
Talewise: "Unicorns: Break the Cage"
Monday, June 21  - Friday, August 20, 2021
Two curious kids discover what they think is a unicorn. But unicorns aren't real ... are they?! Sometimes you gotta believe it, to see it. For Children & Tweens.
New Book Shelf
Sally Ride by Abawi part of She Persisted series book cover
Sally Ride
(She Persisted series)
by Atia Abawi
Children's Book
Astronaut Academy Zero Gravity by Roman book cover
Astronaut Academy:
Zero Gravity
by Dave Roman
Middle Grade Book
The Last Gate of the Emperor by Mbalia book cover
Last Gate of the Emperor
by Kwame Mbalia
Middle Grade Book
The Ladies of the Secret Circus by Sayers book cover
The Ladies of the
Secret Circus
by Constance Sayers
Adult Book
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  • 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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