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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, Apr 20 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 21 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 25 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 Closed
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Address
1200 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
Tel: 304-842-8248

What's there to do at the library?

     

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Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!
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BHS Jazz Ensemble Spring Concert - Location: Children's Area
Tue, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
The Bridgeport High School jazz band will be performing their spring concert in the Children's Area.
Snackchat: Libraries & Environment (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Apr 23, 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 discussing libraries and the environment.
Family Game Night (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Apr 23, 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!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, Apr 24, 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!
Family Matinee: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enjoy watching Dr. Seuss' The Lorax with your friends and family! Popcorn and light refreshments provided.
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Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Printing (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Apr 27, 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.
Brain Power Hour (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, Apr 27, 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!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!
Reading to Dogs (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Apr 28, 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!
Tabletop Miniature Painting (Ages 12+ and Adult) - Location: Event Space
Wed, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Bring one of your own or choose from the provided miniature figurines to bring to life with acrylic paint. Great for D&D, Warhammer, and other tabletop games. All supplies are provided.
Puzzle and Game Swap (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Thu, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Bring any board games or puzzles that you’d like to swap with others! No money may be exchanged. Drop by any time during the hour.
Snackchat: Libraries & Environment (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Apr 30, 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 discussing libraries and the environment.
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, May 01, 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!
Makerspace Open Hours: Sewing Machines (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, May 04, 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.
Brain Power Hour (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, May 04, 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!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!
3D Doodles: Travel (Ages 6-13) - Library Location: Makerspace
Wed, May 06, 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: Travel.
Craft Collective: Japanese Sashiko (Teens 15+ and Adults) - Location: Event Space
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
This is our new evening craft program for older teens and adults! Join us in May to learn how to do visible mending. The specific technique is called Sashiko. All materials will be provided.
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Teen Zone
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Trading Card Game Adventures (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, May 07, 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!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, May 08, 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!
"Switch" It Up (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Think the library's just shelves of books? Think again! We're switching it up at the library and playing videogames!
Building Club: Free Build (Ages 3+) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, May 09, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
With your imagination and some blocks and bricks, the possibilities are endless!
Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Pens/Perler Beads (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, May 11, 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.
Brain Power Hour (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, May 11, 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!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!
Teen Artventures: Origami Flowers (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
This month we're making origami flowers.
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Teen Zone
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Tomes & Tropes: Traveling (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Teen Zone
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
You can go anywhere with a book! This month, we're sharing traveling books! Bring your favorite title recommendations!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, May 15, 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!
Mario Kart Tournament (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Come play friendly games of Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch or compete in a tournament bracket for bragging rights!
Makerspace Open Hours: Cricut (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, May 18, 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 Cricut Maker 3. The Library provides removable vinyl. No registration is required.
Brain Power Hour (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, May 18, 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!
Cultural Connections: Culture Shock (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join us for a multicultural program for all ages. This month we're discussing culture shock! Registration is NOT required.
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!
Stitch Squad: Flower Embroidery (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Wed, May 20, 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 practicing our embroidery skills with flowers!
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Teen Zone
Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Family Game Night (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, May 21, 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!
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Please reach out to Angela, our Community Engagement Manager, at aspatafore@bridgeportwv.gov or 304-842-8248 ext. 5.

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