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Support Your Local Pollinators at BeePL
The Bloomfield Public Library was chosen as one of the participating libraries to hand out free wildflower packet seeds to help promote pollination. In partnership with The Back Yard Beekeepers Association and the Bloomfield Beautification Committee, we invite you to join us for two virtual programs.

Visit McMahon Wintonbury or Prosser to pick up your wildflower packet, bee guide, and a list of library resources. Available for all ages.
Welcome to Our Summer Interns!
Each summer, Bloomfield Public Library hosts student interns through a partnership between the Town of Bloomfield's Social & Youth Services Department and Capital Workforce Partners. This year, the library welcomes interns Rion and Bryana. BPL staff is very excited to work with Rion and Bryana as they learn about delivering library services and contribute their expertise and creativity to BPL initiatives.
library intern rion
Hi, my name is Rion and I'm the new library intern at McMahon Wintonbury Library. I'm a very productive worker and try to be on task at all times. I volunteer at Foodshare every other Saturday and I'm going into my senior year of high school. When I have free time, I enjoy riding my bike, playing video games, and hanging out with friends.
library intern Bryana
Hi, my name is Bryana! I have been going to Prosser Library since I was a toddler and I am thrilled to be working as a library intern here this summer. I will be helping in both the adult and children's departments. As a rising junior, I enjoy playing volleyball and spending weekends with friends and family. 
This Week's Featured Events
Zentangle Birds (Teens and Adults)
Monday, July 18 at 7PM
Zentangle is a method of creating abstract art through the use of structured patterns, and is used to provide relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, and promote creativity. Join us at this interactive, hands-on program taught by Laura Marks, Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT). Kits are available at the library (while supplies last). For Teens & Adults.
Campin' with Jeffrey with Michele Urban
Tuesday, July 19 at 10:30AM
“Campin’ With Jeffrey” is a fun and exciting program for children that teaches life skills through music, conversation, puppeteering, and storytelling. Best suited for ages 0-7. 
Back to Broadway!
Tuesday, July 19 at 6:30PM
Theater enthusiast Brian Stoll will discuss all things Broadway beginning with an update on the current state of Broadway. He will also share the history and importance of the Broadway Playbill as well as money-saving tips on how to see Broadway shows for under $60. Bring your questions! For Teens and Adults.
Healing with Books: Stories of the Uses of Books as Medicine
Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30PM
At this program, historian Mary Mahoney will give a talk on bibliotherapy, or the use of books as medicine. Have you ever turned to a book for consolation? Treasured the escape of a comic book? Found comfort in a poem, self-help book, or simply from reading a magazine? This talk will explain the many uses of books as medicine in our world today and its history. For Adults.
An Introduction to Beekeeping
Thursday, July 21 at 2PM
Tammi Worsham, with the Backyard Beekeepers Association, will host a discussion on honeybees and beekeeping, the importance of these pollinators to our food supply, and current environmental threats. Participation is encouraged with a question and answer period after slides and videos. For Adults.
Recurring Programs
Classical Music Rocks In 19th Century Cuba - Part 2
Tuesday, July 19 at 1PM
Cuba has a longer history of art music than any other island nation in the Caribbean. Music making was centered around cathedrals in Santiago and Havana as far back as the early 17th century. Two hundred years later, Cuba was greatly influenced by European Romanticism. Opera was thriving, as were numerous music societies offering solo and chamber music. Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin are among several Americans who wrote works influenced by music from our southern neighbor. Jeffrey Engel will explore the Cuban repertory and American music influenced by it. For Adults.
Welcoming Wednesday Storytime @ McMahon Wintonbury
Wednesday, July 20 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.
In-person at McMahon Wintonbury
Gentle Yoga with Pia Oliveri 
Wednesday, July 20 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.
Pokémon Club
Thursday, July 21 at 4PM
Join Miss Nicole for an afternoon of all things Pokémon virtually on Zoom! We'll watch some Pokémon episodes or a movie through Miss Nicole's shared screen and talk about all things Pokémon-related! For Children, Tweens, and Teens.
Music Note Kids Club (Part 2 of 2)
Friday, July 22 at 10AM
This program will be loads of fun! It includes a puppet workshop with diversity of characters, promoting positive expression and conversation, and environmental studies, teaching about birds and states with Casper the Parrot. For Children.
Book Shelf: Nature and Survival
If Bees Disappeared
by Lily Williams
Children's Book
96 Miles
by J. L. Esplin
Middle Grade Book
Skin of the Sea
by Natasha Bowen
Teen Book
The Shady Lady's Guide to Northeast Shade Gardening
by Amy Ziffer
Adult Book
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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