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Welcome to Bridgeport Public Library's Teen Space!


When's the library open?

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Bridgeport Public Library

Mon, May 18 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 19 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 20 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 21 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 23 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, May 24 Closed

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

What's there to do at the library?

     

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Tue, May 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Connect with the local writing community and find your next read at our Local Author Meet & Greet! Refreshments will be provided at this special event, where you can meet with local authors. Registration is NOT required.

Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 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, May 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Bring any stationery, pens, paperclips, etc. that you’d like to swap with others! No money may be exchanged. Drop by any time during the hour.

Thu, May 28, 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 reading: Will's Race for Home.

Fri, May 29, 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!

Mon, Jun 01, 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 02, 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, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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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: Summer

Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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This is our new evening craft program for older teens and adults! Join us in June to learn how to create red, white, and blue paper stars! All materials will be provided.

Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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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 04, 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, Jun 08, 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 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!

Thu, Jun 11, 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 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Got a read you come back to every time? This month, we're sharing books featuring summer camps! Bring your favorite title recommendations!

Fri, Jun 12, 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 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Unearth a Story at the Library this summer! We will have activities inside and outside of the library (weather permitting) to celebrate the start of summer reading. You can register and pick up your summer reading bag anytime from 10 AM-3PM

Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Interested in dinosaurs and other fossils? Join us for an educational talk with Dr. Elizabeth Rhenberg from the West Virginia Geological & Economic Survey.
Registration opens Monday, May 25 2026 at 9:00am

Sun, Jun 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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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, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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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 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us for a multicultural program for all ages. This month we're discussing immigration and emigration. Come talk about your family history and/or discuss a famous person who immigrated to America. Registration not required.

Tue, Jun 16, 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 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Gain awareness of the relationship between your minds and bodies while learning yoga and meditation practices through games and music.

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!

Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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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.
Registration opens Monday, May 25 2026 at 9:00am

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, 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, 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!

     

      

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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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