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Welcome to Bridgeport Public Library's Teen Space!


When's the library open?

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Bridgeport Public Library

We're closed Friday June 19
We're closed Saturday June 20
Mon, Jun 15 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 16 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 17 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 18 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 19 Closed
Sat, Jun 20 Closed
Sun, Jun 21 Closed

Address
1200 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
Tel: 304-842-8248

What's there to do at the library?

     

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Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
New to the world of fiber arts and textiles? Or just looking to connect with other artists? You've come to the right place! This month, we're sewing felt dinosaurs!
Registration is now closed

Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Bring any plants, pots, trowels, wind chimes, and small gardening tools that you’d like to swap. No money may be exchanged. Drop by any time during the hour.

Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enter into casual conversation, games, and activities with your peers based on our latest read aloud. Light refreshments provided. Lately, we're reading: Will's Race for Home.

Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join us and the Harrison County Family Resource Network at the Salvation Army Church in Clarksburg to celebrate fathers!

Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Looking for a way to spend more time with your friends and family? Join us for game night at the library!

Mon, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
The Makerspace Open Hours are coming back with new hours and a new format. This week we are bringing out the 3D printers. The Library will print 1 project per patron in the week following.

Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
If you're looking for a place to hang out after school and power up your brain, you've come to the right place! Come by to study and work on homework, learn to code, or hone your strategy skills by playing chess and other brain games!

Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!

Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
*Sign up for one of the time slots available! Looking for a way to practice your reading with a judgement-free audience? Come spend some time reading to the Mountaineer Therapy Dogs!

Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enter into casual conversation, games, and activities with your peers based on our latest read aloud. Light refreshments provided. Lately, we're reading: Will's Race for Home.

Fri, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
"The Bug Lady" Mary Gall is presenting an exciting live show of local and exotic insects and arachnids! Attendees must avoid the use of bug spray and hand sanitizer.
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Fri, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Our community garden is open for its fourth season! This year, we're working towards having a more accessible garden. Come check out the mobility of our new grow bags and work table!

Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enjoy watching The Sandlot with your friends and family! Popcorn and light refreshments provided.

Mon, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
If you're looking for a place to hang out after school and power up your brain, you've come to the right place! Come by to study and work on homework, learn to code, or hone your strategy skills by playing chess and other brain games!

Mon, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join the Kanawha Rock & Gem Club for trivia and crafts! Put your geology knowledge to the test and win polished stones. Then, create your own dragonfly charm out of beads and wire. All materials provided.

Tue, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!

Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ever wanted to draw something in 3D? Come experiment with our 3Doodler pens! This event is ideal for ages 6-13. This month's theme: America

Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enter into casual conversation, games, and activities with your peers based on our latest read aloud or conversation topic. Light refreshments provided. Lately, we're thinking about our constitution!

Thu, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Looking for a place to show off your baseball cards? Or maybe you want to learn how to play Pokemon™ or Magic the Gathering? Join us at the library!

Mon, Jul 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
The Makerspace Open Hours are coming back with new hours and a new format. This week we are bringing out the sewing machines. No registration is required. Please bring your own fabric.

Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!

Tue, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join us for an educational talk and discussion about the U.S Constitution and the Bill of Rights with the Daughters of the American Revolution!

Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enter into casual conversation, games, and activities with your peers based on our latest read aloud or conversation topic. Light refreshments provided. Lately, we're thinking about our constitution!

Sun, Jul 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Stop by and see us at the Nonprofit Tent at the Bridgeport Farmers & Makers Market. We can sign visitors up for a library card, and we will have goodies available.

Mon, Jul 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
The Makerspace Open Hours are coming back with new hours and a new format. This week we are bringing out the 3D Pens and Perler beads. No registration is required for the Makerspace Open Hours.

Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!

Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
New to the world of fiber arts and textiles? Or just looking to connect with other artists? You've come to the right place! This month, we're embroidering stars.

Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enter into casual conversation, games, and activities with your peers based on our latest read aloud or conversation topic. Light refreshments provided. Lately, we're thinking about our constitution!

     

      

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Need Volunteer Hours?

Need volunteer hours?

Please reach out to Angela, our Community Engagement Manager, at aspatafore@bridgeportwv.gov or 304-842-8248 ext. 5.

We also have applications available at the help desk.

      

Homework, Research, & Study Help

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Points of View

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Teen Book Cloud

An online database of YA/Teen eBooks and educator resources perfect for middle school and high school.. Includes graphic novels, enhanced novels, eBooks, classic literature, videos, educator resources, and audiobooks. Provided by WV Library Commission. 

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