Children’s News & Events

Welcoming Wednesday Storytime at McMahon Wintonbury Library (Aug. 10 @ 10:30 AM)
Join staff 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 MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
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Pokémon Club (Aug. 11 @ 4:00 PM) (Zoom)
Join Miss Nicole for an afternoon of all things Pokémon virtually on Zoom! Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom details to join. Read more >

Fun Friday Storytime @ Prosser Library (Aug. 12 @ 10:30 AM)
Join our children’s librarians at Prosser Library for an in-person program: Fun Friday Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, rhymes and more! ALL ADULTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under. Read more >

Nature Walk in Filley Park for All Ages (Aug. 13 @ 11:00 AM) (Meet at Prosser!)
Members of the Filley Park Committee will join us to provide a little history about the park and help in identifying some of the trees and more, and we’ll all take part in a mini scavenger hunt! All attendees will receive a complimentary reusable water bottle. Children will also receive a nature journal and magnifying glass to take with them on our nature walks. We will meet at Prosser Library (1 Tunxis Avenue) in the Children’s Room, fill up our water bottles, and then head over to Filley Park on foot. This gentle walk is perfect for families and kids/adults of all ages! Read more >

Welcoming Wednesday Storytime at McMahon Wintonbury Library (Aug. 17 @ 10:30 AM)
Join staff 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 MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
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All Things Camping (Aug. 18 @ 10:30AM) (McMahon Wintonbury lawn)
This year, CT DEEP State Parks has partnered with the CT State Library and a number of libraries across the state, including the Bloomfield Public Library, to encourage families to get outside, find that unique spot and read together. On August 18, 2022 at 10:30 am, CT DEEP’s No Child Left Inside Program will be bringing a Family Camping Program to the Bloomfield Public Library, McMahon Wintonbury location. 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 Park or Forests, what to bring; how to set-up a campsite and tent, play games and read stories together. We promise to bring the fun and the Smore’s! Read more >

Fun Friday Storytime @ Prosser Library (Aug. 19 @ 10:30 AM)
Join our children’s librarians at Prosser Library for an in-person program: Fun Friday Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, rhymes and more! ALL ADULTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under. Read more >

Welcoming Wednesday Storytime at McMahon Wintonbury Library (Aug. 24 @ 10:30 AM)
Join staff 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 MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
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Fun Friday Storytime @ Prosser Library (Aug. 26 @ 10:30 AM)
Join our children’s librarians at Prosser Library for an in-person program: Fun Friday Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, rhymes and more! ALL ADULTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under. Read more >

Welcoming Wednesday Storytime at McMahon Wintonbury Library (Aug. 31 @ 10:30 AM)
Join staff 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 MASKS. Class size will be limited so that all participants can practice social distancing. Best for ages 5 and under.
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