Newsletters and Press Releases

March 24, 2025

Bloomfield Township Public Library and Bloomfield Historical Society will host a History Harvest on Sunday, April 6, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. to help collect and preserve local history. This is a unique opportunity for the public to donate items to the preservation of Bloomfield community history while receiving expert insights from our librarians. Items of particular interest include local yearbooks, photographs, postcards, telephone directories, and local publications. Members of the Bloomfield Historical Society will also be onsite to assist with research questions.

Following the History Harvest, from 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Oakland County Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo will present If Only a House Had a Birth Certificate: Tracing the History of a House. This intriguing presentation will guide you through the detective work involved in uncovering your home’s history from architectural clues and construction features to historical records, maps, and more.

“Twenty years ago, when the Bloomfield Historical Society was formed, we found that we shared a common mission with the Library’s local history collection to conserve our heritage. The Library encouraged our partnership and we continue to volunteer time and knowledge of the history of the Bloomfield area to help build this important collection,” said Pam Carmichael, Director and Past President of Bloomfield Historical Society.

All are welcome; no registration required.

Bloomfield Township Public Library is pleased to welcome lecturer Kathleen Marcaccio on Thursday, April 3 at 7 p.m. as she presents a captivating presentation that delves into the enduring legacy of “Gone with the Wind”, one of the most iconic novels and films of the 20th century. With over 30 years of experience in presenting talks on the subject, Marcaccio brings her deep expertise and passion for this literary and cinematic masterpiece to the Library.

In her lecture, Marcaccio will provide a comprehensive overview of “Gone with the Wind”, touching on its origins, including author Margaret Mitchell’s journey to writing the novel, its path to publication, and its meteoric rise to becoming a bestseller. The discussion will also explore how legendary Hollywood producer David O. Selznick acquired the film rights and turned the story into a cinematic phenomenon, forever shaping the landscape of American film. The lecture will further explore the reception of “Gone with the Wind” by local audiences at the time, and Marcaccio will bring a selection of vintage “Gone with the Wind” memorabilia to share with the audience, available for viewing half an hour before the presentation begins.

Registration for this program is required.

March 13, 2025

Bloomfield Township Public Library and the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance are pleased to announce the next chamber music concert which will be held Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m. Program details will be available from the Library closer to the concert date. Other dates in the series are:

• Friday, April 11, 7 p.m.
• Saturday, April 12, 3 p.m. (new addition)

The concerts are free and open to everyone. No registration is required. We invite you to join us for a beautiful evening of music in the Library.

The concert series is sponsored by the Friends of the Bloomfield Township Public Library.

March 6, 2025

Bloomfield Township Public Library is pleased to welcome the Detroit Institute of Arts with award-winning teaching volunteer David Galli as he presents “Behind the Seen: Through Her Eyes, Women Photographers of the 19th and 20th Centuries” on Tuesday, March 18, at 7 p.m.

This presentation explores the impact of art photography by leading women artists of the 19th and 20th centuries, highlighting a selection of treasured works in the Detroit Institute of Arts. The Behind the Seen series brings insight and engagement about the DIA’s collection from the museum to community-accessible locations throughout metro Detroit.

Registration for this program is required.

March 5, 2025

 Bloomfield Township Public Library is pleased welcome the Daughters of the American Revolution-Piety Hill Chapter (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution Chapters (SAR) for a Genealogy Workshop Saturday, March 15, noon – 3 p.m.

Volunteer genealogists from the DAR and SAR will provide a consultation of up to 30 minutes of guidance and assistance with your lineage questions. Whether you are beginning your genealogy research or are more advanced, all are welcome to attend this workshop. Registration is suggested but not required. Register by sending email to pietyhillregistrar@gmail.com. Walk-ins will be placed as genealogists are available.

Participants should bring family names, birth, marriage, and death dates including the places where these events occurred plus a pen and notebook. Bringing a laptop is optional. A preliminary area of focus prior to attending will be helpful.