Calendar

100 Years of Fair Housing History (BPL Virtual Program 1/20/2026)

Have you ever wondered how our local neighborhoods came to be? This presentation by Rashida Rattray of the CT Fair Housing Center examines the decades of discriminatory housing policies that preceded the 1968 Fair Housing Act. We detail policies that were designed to exclude people of color, migrants, and poor families from stable housing and vital resources. Learn how these policies were implemented and how their lasting impact continues to influence the built environment and quality of life in our communities today. The mission of the Connecticut Fair Housing Center is to ensure that all people have equal access to housing opportunities in Connecticut, free from discrimination. The Center also assists Connecticut homeowners who have been hit hardest by the nation’s ongoing foreclosure crisis.

Teen Anime & Manga Club (BPL Program @ Prosser 1/22/2026)

It's back! Join Miss Nicole for an evening of binging anime and manga in the Teen Room at Prosser Library. Light snacks will be provided. No registration is necessary. All attendees must be ages 12 and up.

Family Bingo Night (Bloomfield Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Program)

Join us for a night of fun and games!

Remembering the Holocaust: The Power of Family Stories (BPL Program @ Prosser 1/24/2026)

In observance of Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, Ruben Wind, the child of Holocaust survivors, will share his parents’ stories of escaping from the Nazi regime through original primary sources, photos, and documents from his personal collection. Ruben's account of his parents’ fortuitous flight to South America will be seen in the context of the unprecedented horrors occurring throughout Europe. There will be time for Q&A after the presentation. Ruben is passionate about sharing his family’s story. He believes it’s critical to educate younger generations about the Holocaust to make sure it’s never forgotten and never repeated. Ruben is a member of the Holocaust Education Resource and Outreach (HERO) Center and Generations Forward, a group of second- and third-generation individuals sponsored by the Holocaust and Human Rights Education Center of White Plains, New York.

Kindermusik for Toddlers (BPL Program @ Prosser 1/26/2026)

TuneBug Studio presents Kindermusik, designed to support early childhood development and blend familiar routines with creativity. Miss Joanna guides children and caregivers as they explore a wide variety of props and instruments. Spark your child’s love of learning and create memories together through singing, dancing, instruments, and sign language! This level one class is for 1- to 2-year-olds. All instruments are safety-approved and thoroughly cleaned before each class. REGISTRATION is required as there is a limit of 12 children for this program. Thank you!

Radon Awareness Month and Wellness Screenings with WHBHD (BPL Program @ Prosser 1/26/2026)

January is Radon Awareness Month! Radon is a naturally occurring gas that can enter homes without any warning. The only way to know your levels is to test: a quick, easy, and potentially lifesaving process. The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District will give out FREE radon test kits at our libraries on these dates: January 7th, 10:30–11:30 AM: McMahon Wintonbury Library, 1015 Blue Hills Ave. January 26th, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM: Prosser Library, 1 Tunxis Ave. (Free wellness screenings will also be offered on this date.) Stop by our table to pick up a radon test kit, browse health resources, and check in on your wellness!

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting (BPL Program @ McMW 1/27/2026)

Welcome to the Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! TAG is open to students in grades 7–12. Join us at McMahon Wintonbury Library for pizza and a discussion about teen library services in Bloomfield. Attend the meetings that work for you. Open to new members. Why join TAG? Get your voice heard! Share your ideas about the new libraries Be the first to try out programs TAG is a dinner club (yes, you get free food) Suggest materials for the teen collection Help transform the future of Teen Services in Bloomfield Earn volunteer hours Get leadership opportunities Add it to your resume Free books! Interested? We want to learn a bit about you, so sign up here! or sign up at the TAG meeting. Have food allergies? Reach out to Sara Ray sararay@libraryconnection.info All TAG events are generously funded by the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Library.

Builders Brigade (BPL Program @ Prosser 1/28/2026)

Bloomfield schools close early on Jan. 28, so stop by Prosser Library for some free play with LEGO® bricks! We'll be taking over the Community Room for some creative building. Kids and teens can work on their own projects or team up with friends. Anything goes! Best for ages 6 and up. No registration required.

Film Showing: Other Side and Q&A with Compassion & Choices (BPL Virtual Program 1/28/2026)

Join us for Other Side, a powerful documentary that follows the journey of Connecticut's own Lynda Bluestein, a lifelong activist who, facing a terminal cancer diagnosis, sought access to medical aid in dying. Premiering to sold-out crowds at the SXSW film festival, this film raises essential questions about access, autonomy, and what it means to receive compassionate support at the end of life. Medical aid in dying is currently authorized for terminally ill adults in 13 different U.S. jurisdictions. This end-of-life option is supported by more than 75% of Connecticut voters. In the filmmaker’s words: “Death is inevitable. Suffering may be optional.” The film is 90 minutes in length and will include resources for participants. After the film, Compassion & Choices will be available for Q&A.

Ending Hunger in Our Community (BPL Program @ Prosser 1/29/2026)

Meg Zimmerman from End Hunger CT! will provide information about resources available to communities for food assistance, such as the latest updates on SNAP and other initiatives to combat food insecurity in our state. Please bring your questions! End Hunger Connecticut! (EHC) believes that every individual, child, and family deserves proper access to food and nutrition, and NO ONE should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. Founded in 2001, EHC is a statewide anti-hunger nonprofit in Connecticut dedicated to eliminating hunger and promoting healthy nutrition through outreach, public education, and legislative and administrative advocacy. By partnering with state and local officials, schools, and community-based organizations, EHC enhances the visibility and coordination of federal food assistance programs, crucial to any effort to improve food security while increasing both family well-being and the amount of federal funding available to the state.

2026 Economic Forecast Breakfast!

Foodie Friday for Teens: Make Pizza! (BPL Program @ McMW 1/30/2026)

Join us for our final Foodie Friday program in the January series and make pizza. Matt from MY Productions CT is bringing his mobile pizza oven to McMahon Wintonbury for this special event! For students in grades 7–12. Limited space available.

Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; BPL Program @ McMW 1/31/2026)

Discover the world of board games beyond the traditional choices and see what all the fun is about! Try new and exciting games at McMahon Wintonbury Library. Games and instruction are provided by Anthony Ferello. This program is open to tweens, teens, and adults. Play as a family, come alone and meet new folks, or bring a group of friends!

Board Game Afternoon (Tweens, Teens & Adults; BPL Program @ McMW 1/31/2026)

Discover the world of board games beyond the traditional choices and see what all the fun is about! Try new and exciting games at McMahon Wintonbury Library. Games and instruction are provided by Anthony Ferello. This program is open to tweens, teens, and adults. Play as a family, come alone and meet new folks, or bring a group of friends!

CANCELLED: Town Center Economic Development Commission Meeting

Finance, Budget, Audit & Bonding Subcommittee

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission Meeting

Library Building Committee Meeting

Town Plan & Zoning Commission Meeting

Town Council Meeting

Bloomfield Beautification Committee Meeting

Golf Advisory Committee Meeting