Here's Your Weekday Update In Bloomfield: Monday, Sept. 27

Happy Monday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, upcoming weather:

• Monday: Clear throughout the day. High: 80 Low: 62.
• Tuesday: Rain in the afternoon and evening. High: 76 Low: 52.

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Here are the top stories in Bloomfield today:

1. Bloomfield Commuter Shuttle Bus Restarts After COVID Hiatus (Bloomfield Patch)
2. Essex County COVID Update: Case Totals, How To Get Vaccine
3. How To Post On Patch Bloomfield: News, Events, Classifieds

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Coming up in Bloomfield:

Monday, September 27

Tuesday, September 28

• Berkeley Parent Technology Meeting - Bloomfield Township School District (6:00 PM)

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Bloomfield Patch Notebook

• Township of Bloomfield Public Works & Park Maintenance: "Please note: As of Monday, September 27th, the Township will resume the regular garbage schedule and disposal requirements. Any household items that were affected by the storm, must be disposed of according to the regulations that are us..." (Facebook)
• Bloomfield College: "Sneak peek 🤫 Photoshoot fun📸" (Facebook)
• Bloomfield Public Library and Foundation: "A new week brings a new Storytime theme! Today we read and sang about apples. If you missed it, don't worry! We'll be outside for more Stories & Snacks on Wednesday at 4pm and Thursday at 11am! 🍏🍎" (Facebook)
• Bloomfield College: "Beautiful views from Franklin St. 😍" (Facebook)
• Bloomfield Public Library and Foundation: "Thank you to everyone who joined us for an apple-themed Storytime with Brady today! Brady will return for more stories and crafts on October 16 at 11am!" (Facebook)
• Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "Thank you, Deb Montone, community educator and support group mentor and facilitator, for raising concern and awareness of Alzheimer's programs and services at Saturday's Mahwah Day festivities. #ENDALZ" (Facebook)
• Bloomfield Public Library and Foundation: "¡Buenos días amigos de la biblioteca! ¡Celebramos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana! It's time for Spanish Storytime with Ms. Samantha and Ms. Cheryl! 📚 Si necesita ayuda para leerle a sus hijos en inglés, los servicios de LVA están disponi..." (Facebook)
• Bloomfield Public Library: "Starting TODAY and every Tuesday through November 9th from 3:30-6:30pm . Join us in the library courtyard for our #CommunityFarmersMarket, featuring the @citygreennj veggie truck as well as local vendors 👨‍🌾 . #bplnj #bloomfieldnjpartn..." (Instagram)
• Bloomfield Public Library: "The Children's Department has been busy making library cards for our elementary school friends, and yesterday Ms. Cheryl had the privilege of delivering some to Brookdale School students! Welcome to the library, friends! 📕 #findyourstor..." (Instagram)
• Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: ""Music is a gift I was able to share with my dad." Today, on the 11-year anniversary of the release of her No. 1 hit "A Little Bit Stronger," hear Sara Evans new recording in tribute to her father. #MusicMoments 💜 #ENDALZ" (Facebook)
• Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "Join our Virtual Bilingual (Spanish/English) Caregiver Support Group, Wednesday, October 6 from 6 to 7 p.m. Registration is required at https://bit.ly/2Y3o1hM or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 to ensure your spot today. Then, sha..." (Facebook)
• Bloomfield College: "Let's continue to CELEBRATE #hispanicheritagemonth‼️ "This month is a time where I reflect on Hispanic culture and history. I appreciate the sacrifices my family made to come here to the US, more than 20 years ago. Every year, I become e..." (Facebook)
• Bloomfield Public Library and Foundation: "Proud readers of #BannedBooks ✊ . Celebrate #BannedBooksWeek by stopping by the library display of previously censored reads. Drop your favorite below 👇 . . #blpnj #bbw #censorshipdividesus #ala #librariesempower #librariestransform" (Facebook)
• Bloomfield Public Library: "Proud readers of #BannedBooks ✊ . Celebrate #BannedBooksWeek by stopping by the library display of previously censored reads. Drop your favorite below 👇 . . #blpnj #bbw #censorshipdividesus #ala #librariesempower #librariestransform" (Instagram)

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