Have you ever wondered how librarians know where the books are? Do you want to learn how to find things in the library on your own? Come join us for a fun and interactive informational session on using the library and its many services! For ages 6 and up. Under age 8 must attend with an adult. Registration begins January 2….
2024 Tax Forms and AARP Tax-Aide
2024 Tax Forms and AARP Tax-Aide
As of January 16, 2025, the library has received the following tax forms and instructions:
- Federal 1040 (and 1040-SR) Instructions booklet
- Federal 1040 form
- Federal 1040-SR form
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The start of the year is a big time for awards, including the Youth Media Awards! The 2025 Newbery, Caldecott, Printz (and more!) will be announced on January 27th this year. In anticipation, Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda dive into what book awards exist for what ages, genres, and more – and share their own experiences with past award-winning books on the latest episode of The Distracted Librarians.
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Text and Learn for Kindergarten (TALK) is a free service that sends two texts per week with easy ideas to build early literacy skills in children ages 0-5. To get started, text TALK to 75547 or visit textandlearn.org. Get ready to talk, sing, read, write, and play with your little one!…
March 5 Author Event: Shelby Van Pelt
March 5 Author Event: Shelby Van Pelt
If you’re one of the many fans of Remarkably Bright Creatures, the bestselling debut novel by Shelby Van Pelt, don’t miss hearing from her on Wednesday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m. at The Berman Center for the Performing Arts.
Read and Enter to Win a Great Prize!
Read and Enter to Win a Great Prize!
Winter is a terrific time to get lost in a story, warm up at the library, and score some prizes! The annual all-ages Winter Reading Challenge: Cozy Up with a Good Book is on now through January 31.
The Library is ready to help you prep for finals! Study Hall Week is Saturday, January 18–Monday, January 27! You’ll find extra space, Exam Cram Goodie Bags, (available while supplies last!), stress-relieving games & activities, and library resources, including live tutoring with your Bloomfield Township Public Library card.
Warm up at the Library and hang out with friends this winter! These activities and events are open to all teens (ages 13–18). Click on the links for more information and to register.
Sign up now for the next session of our weekly story times for children that begin the week of January 14. Register now for six-week sessions on our online calendar!
Next Meeting: Wednesday, March 12, 4–5 p.m. All teens are welcome to attend T.A.B. meetings to talk books, make arts and crafts, play games, and more. Snacks provided. Registration is required and begins February 12….
