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Summer Youth Employment Opportunities
Questions? Contact Angelica Thompson, Youth Services Coordinator, at athompson@bloomfieldct.org.
Do you know a Bloomfield teen between the ages of 14-17 looking for summer employment? Capital Workforce Partners offers 120 hours of paid employment to teens ages 16-17, and paid instructional job readiness to teens ages 14-15 from July 5 - August 19. Teens can apply online through the Capital Workforce Partners website and select "Town of Bloomfield" as the provider. Pre-application deadline is April 29.

Placement options include McMahon Wintonbury Library and Prosser Library.
BPL Online Highlight
Consumer Reports online features unbiased product reviews free with your Bloomfield Library Card and image shows hand driving mini shopping cart next to laptop computer
This Week's Featured Events
Spring take-home craft: LIGHT-UP FLOWER PINS!
Monday, March 21 - Friday, March 25
Let's celebrate spring with a simple take-home STEM activity - light-up flower pins! Kits with supplies and instructions will be available at both BPL locations starting March 21st (while supplies last). For Children and Tweens.
Women’s Health: Early Detection Makes a Difference!
Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30PM
Learn about women's breast and cervical cancer and cardiovascular disease risk screening programs available in the Hartford area. This program is participant-focused and centers on a woman's desire to improve her outcomes through behavioral modifications, health coaching, and community support. These screenings are free for those who qualify. Presented by Gillian Walcott and LaShawn Robinson-Nuhu. For Adults.
Pushing Past "No": Overcoming Obstacles on the Path to Success
Thursday, March 24 at 2PM
Join us for an interactive multi-media program by the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame and be inspired by the stories of some of Connecticut’s remarkable women who overcame obstacles to achieve great things! Learn from the determination of women in science and medicine, women pioneers in law, female sports icons, and others from across all fields of endeavor. For Adults.
Recurring Programs
Atlantic Magazine Discussion Group
Monday, March 21 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.
Tech Time With Marc Edrich
Monday, March 21 at 6:30PM
Join Marc Edrich for Tech Time. Feel free to ask questions or discuss computers (desktops, laptops, tablets), cell phones, video game systems, and any other technology you are interested in. For Adults.
Opera Talk: Don Carlos
Tuesday, March 22 at 1PM
Verdi composed “Don Carlos” as a French grand opera and its plot is certainly not lacking in drama, which includes: unrequited love, betrayal, assassination; burning at the stake; revolution, rescue, and ghosts! Jeffrey Engel will attempt to sort out all the details of this convoluted plot and play some musical excerpts. For Adults.
Social Justice Book Club: A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum
Tuesday, March 22 at 6:30PM
Seventeen-year-old Isra prefers reading books to the suitors her father has chosen for her. However, she finds herself quickly married and is soon moved from Palestine to Brooklyn.18 years later, Deya, Isra’s oldest daughter, must meet with potential husbands at her grandmother’s insistence. Soon, Deya will find herself on an unexpected path that leads her to shocking truths about her family. Copies of the book are available at BPL. For Adults.
Welcoming Wednesday Storytime @ McMahon Wintonbury
Wednesday, March 23 at 11AM
Join our children's librarians at McMahon Wintonbury for a new in-person program. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and more! 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 23 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, March 23 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.
Library Building Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 23 at 6PM
All meetings of the Library Building Committee are open to the public, including this virtual meeting. View the agenda and more information here.
Memory Care Series: Healthy Eating for People Living with Dementia
Thursday, March 24 at 6:30PM
Having regular nutritious meals may become a challenge for people living with dementia. This program will cover: how to prepare healthy meals, healthy eating, farmer’s markets, menu planning, meal ideas, changes in eating, snacks, and treats. Presented by Suzanne Webster, Memory Care Advisor, and Chef Nancy from Arden Courts of Avon. For Adults.
Fun Friday Storytime @ Prosser
Friday, March 25 at 11AM
Join our children's librarians at Prosser for a new in-person program. We'll share stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
In-person at Prosser
New Book Shelf
the words in my hands by asphyxia showing young woman holding pencil and paintbrush up to her lips
The Words in My Hands
by Asphyxia
Teen Book
how moon fuentez fell in love with the universe by raquel vasquez gilliland showing young woman with nature background
How Moon Fuentez Fell in Love with the Universe
by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland
Teen Book
baseballs leading lady by andrea williams showing cartoon drawing of effa manley
Baseball's Leading Lady: Effa Manley and the Rise and Fall of the Negro Leagues
by Andrea Williams
Teen Book
Somebody Give this heart a pen by sophia thakur showing young black woman on cover
Somebody Give This Heart a Pen
by Sophia Thakur
Teen Book
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  • Starting March 21: 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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