Here are some of the fun special events happening in February. A complete listing of events can be found on our calendar.
Beginning in January 2020 there will be an opening on the Bloomfield Public Library’s Board of Trustees. The Board meets monthly, on the third Monday. A candidate will be appointed by the Board of Trustees to fulfill the remaining portion of the 2019-2020 term year.
Eligible candidates must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, and a resident of the Bloomfield Central School District. Additional information is available at the library.
If you are interested in this position please contact the library at 585-657-6264, email: bloomfieldlibrarydirector@owwl.org, or stop in!
This Holiday season, help us decorate the Mitten Tree with new mittens, hats, boots, and other outdoor winter apparel. Items donated will be provided to the Ontario County Foster Homefinding Unit to help keep little ones warm this winter!
Donations in sizes from birth through 18 years, will be accepted November 30 through December 20. Items may be handmade or store bought.
The Mitten Tree can be found in the lobby of the Bloomfield Public Library. Please contact the library with any questions at 585-657-6264.
Santa will visit the Bloomfield Public Library on Tuesday, December 10, from 6pm to 7pm.
Santa will read a Holiday story, then visit and take pictures with families.
No registration required. Contact the library with any questions at 585-657-6264.
No commentsLooking for a DIY craft to kick-start your Holiday spirit?
Join us on Monday, December 2 at 6:30pm to make Origami Star Garlands. These festive garlands will be made by folding holiday paper into five-pointed stars and stringing them together.
All materials will be provided; there is no fee for this program. Appropriate for adults and teens. Please contact the library at 585-657-6264 with any questions or to register for this program.
No commentsThe Blessing Room, next-door neighbor to the library, is housed at St. Bridget’s Hall (15 Church Street), and has been serving as a Food Pantry for all in the Bloomfield School District since the 1970’s.
The mission of The Great Give Back is to provide a day of opportunities for the patrons of the Public Libraries of New York State to participate in meaningful, service-oriented experiences. thegreatgiveback.org
No commentsThe Summer Reading Program is going on now!
It’s not too late to sign-up for the Summer Reading Challenge. Stop in the library to get your calendar and a few books to get started. Record the minutes you read on your calendar, then bring it in each week to receive your prize!
Here’s the lineup of our programming for the rest of the summer:
Family Programming
Registration is requested for each program. Please contact the library at 585-657-6264.
July 30 @ 3pm – Galaxy Slime
Glitter, glue, and starch, oh my! Join us for this messy experiment, putting these ingredients (and more) together to create galaxy slime!
August 6 @ 3pm – Cosmic Frames
Create your own cosmos inspired picture frame!
August 13 @3pm – Constellation Luminaries
Make your own constellation luminaries!
August 20 @3pm – Out of this World Tie Dye
Make t-shirts that are out of this world! Join us for an afternoon of tie dying family fun. Please bring a prewashed, 100% cotton T-Shirt or other small, cotton item.
August 1 @ 2:45pm – Teen & Tween Club
Make “Stained Glass” Galaxy Jars. No registration is needed.
August 23 @ 4pm – S.T.E.M. Friday
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities for school aged children.
Reading with Molly – July 31, August 2, 5, 7, and 8: 3-4pm each day
Sign up for a 15-minute session to read with Molly the therapy dog. Registration is required.
Weekly Programs run through August 20.
Registration is requested for each program. Please contact the library at 585-657-6264.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am – Stories & More!
Stories and a craft for all children.
Thursdays @ 10:30am – Simply Stories
Fun-filled stories for all children.
Thursdays @ 6:30pm – Evening Story Time
Stories and a craft for all children.
Summer Programs aren’t just for the kids…
August 7 @ 6pm – Instant Pot Demo
Get to know your Instant Pot better with this how-to. Adults only please. Registration is requested.
August 15 @ 6pm – Watercolor Painting Class
Create your own watercolor painting with artist Kory Yerkes. For adults and teens. Seating is limited. Registration is requested.
August 27 @ 6:30pm – Craft Night: Galaxy Coasters
Create galaxy inspired coasters using Sharpies. For adults and teens. Registration is requested.
August 5 @ 2:30pm – Adult Book Club
All are welcome. We will be reading The Library Book by Susan Orlean
Tuesdays – Tech Help
Basic computer and device help. Please call to make an appointment.
EVERY Friday @ 1pm – Sit ‘n’ Knit Needle Crafters
All skill levels welcome!
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WEEKLY Classes
Stories & More Tuesdays 10:30am (continues through April 2nd)
Simply Stories Thursdays 10:30am (continues through April 4th)
Evening Stories & More Thursdays 6:30pm (continues through April 4th)
Knitters and Needle Crafters Fridays 1pm
STEM Fridays – 4pm
MONTHLY Classes
Book Club – First Monday of the Month 2:30pm
Technology Help – First Tuesday of the Month – by appointment (please call or stop in)
Teen/Tween Club – First Thursday of the Month 3pm
Craft Night – Second Tuesday of the month 6:30pm – call for details
SPECIAL Classes
Seed Art March 26th 6:30PM
AARP Safe Driver Course – March 30th 9AM-4PM – registration required!
MEETINGS
Friends of the Library – Second Monday of the Month 7pm
Board of Trustees – Third Monday of the Month 7pm ** April rescheduled to Apr. 22nd
No commentsThe Bloomfield Public Library will now open at 2pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and we will stay open until 7pm on Fridays!
Our hours:
Mondays & Wednesdays 2pm-8pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-8pm
Fridays 2pm -7pm
Saturdays 10am-2pm
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Regular weekly Story Classes continue until December 11th and 13th
‘Stories and More’ Tuesdays 10:30am – 11am Join us for stories, songs and a craft
‘Simply Stories’ Thursdays 10:30am – 10:45am Join us for stories and songs
Pre-registration helps, but we welcome walk-ins!
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Mon: 2PM-8PM
Tues: 10AM-8PM
Wed: 2PM-8PM
Thurs: 10AM-8PM
Fri: 2PM - 7PM
Sat: 10AM - 2PM
9 Church Street
Bloomfield, NY 14469
(585) 657-6264
bloomfieldlibrarydirector@owwl.org
