Wintonbury Poetry Series (BPL Program @ McMW 3/19/2026)
Calendar • Wintonbury Poetry Series (BPL Program @ McMW 3/19
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Bloomfield Public Library
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Centennial Celebration: Black History Month 2026 at BPL
Join the Bloomfield Public Library this February as we commemorate the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. Since its inception in 1926, this month has been dedicated to recognizing the rich heritage and achievements of Black Americans. To honor this historic milestone, BPL has curated a diverse calendar of events designed to engage all ages.
Our 2026 program highlights include:
- Arts & Culture: Virtual deep dives into the lives of influential African American Artists.
- Literature & Discussion: Book club sessions covering titles like Belly of the Beast and Harlem Rhapsody, plus a special chat on Toni Morrison’s “Recitatif”.
- Cinema: Screenings and discussions of contemporary works, including American Fiction and the 2025 film Sinners.
- History: A unique virtual look at the curation of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.
- Community & Family: Weekly storytimes and crafts for young children at McMahon Wintonbury and an in-person author talk with Connie Rutherford.
All events are free, but many require registration via the library’s online calendar. Come together with your neighbors to celebrate a century of history and help us look forward to the future.
When: Throughout February 2026 Where: Virtual and In-Person (Prosser and McMahon Wintonbury branches) Registration: BPLCT.ORG Event Calendar
Bloomfield Public Library Newsletter information
McMahon Wintonbury Library is now open!
Visit us at 1015 Blue Hills Ave. 860-242-0041
Mon/Tue 10 am-6 pm | Wed/Thu 10 am-8 pm | Fri/Sat 10 am-5 pm | Sun 1 pm-5 pm
Bloomfield Civic Events Calendar
WHAASCO Presents the 2026 West Hartford Black Business Expo – Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Join the West Hartford African American Social and Cultural Organization (WHAASCO) on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at West Hartford Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT, as we proudly host the 2026 West Hartford Black Business Expo — a vibrant celebration dedicated to honoring and promoting West Hartford and Greater Hartford Black-owned businesses.
- This highly anticipated annual event brings together local entrepreneurs, community leaders, and residents for an afternoon of connection, commerce, and community impact.
- For more information and to confirm your attendance, please visit: https://whbbe2026.eventbrite.com
Sarah Margu: Child of the Amistad – Live Performance (BPL Program @ Prosser 3/7/2026) – Saturday, March 7, 2026
- As part of our Women’s History Month and America 250 CT programming, we will watch a live performance of Sarah Margu: Child of the Amistad. One of six children stolen from the shores of Africa, Margu, along with 52 others, would be held captive on the schooner Amistad. After gaining her freedom, Margu would go on to become the first African to graduate from college in America at Oberlin College. Actor Tammy Denease will portray Sarah Margu’s poignant voyage from childhood denial to adult autonomy. This program is presented in partnership with CT Humanities. Tammy Denease is the Executive Artistic Director of the Hidden Women Stage Company, where she writes, directs, and produces plays about Black women hidden in history. In her position as a museum educator, Tammy instructs children through stories of colonial history, health, medicine, slavery, and Native history. When Tammy is not teaching, she is the Outreach Director for the Connecticut Freedom Trail.
African American Artists: 1960-present (BPL Program @ Virtual 3/10/2026) – Tuesday, March 10, 2026
- For Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and America’s 250th Anniversary, we will feature three different sessions that explore African American artists from different time periods in American history. While there are some names you have likely heard of, you will also view the work and hear the stories of artists you don’t know. Join us for all three sessions or choose the date that works for you. February 3: African American Artists: 1800–1900 February 24: African American Artists: 1900–1960 March 10: African American Artists: 1960–present BPL is excited to welcome back “Conversations with Art” with Helane Rheingold. Through engaging commentary and questioning, Helane encourages viewers to learn and discover a new appreciation for art. Helane has worked as a docent at the Neuberger Museum of Art in Purchase, NY, an instructor at Learning in Retirement, Inc. in Stamford, CT, and an arts enrichment facilitator in the Stamford Public Schools.
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