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Come learn and create in Bridgeport Public Library's Makerspace!

Panoramic view of the library's makerspace in action

Panoramic view of the library's Makerspace in action

The Makerspace at the Bridgeport Public Library is the location of most of our STEM programs and materials. Check the list below for 3D printing, coding,computer classes and more events held!

We offer programs for all ages. Be sure you only register for events in your or your child's age group.

Upcoming S.T.E.A.M. Events

Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden

Fri, May 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Roots & Readers is back for year three! Learn how to grow your own food and watch the plants grow week after week. For all ages!

Makerspace Open Hours (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Drop by the Makerspace to try out 3D printing, 3D pens, a button maker, a Cricut cutting machine, a sewing machine, or a VR headset.

Code Block (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Interested in learning to code your own website or videogame? Join us as we work together using Fiero Code to level up our coding skills.

This event is full

Creativity Corner: Ice Painting (Ages 0-5 and Caregivers) - Library Location: Event Space

Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Cool off at the library this summer by creating your own ice painting!

3D Doodles A: Summer (Ages 6-13) - Library Location: Makerspace

Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

*Please register for only 3D Doodles A OR 3D Doodles B. 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

Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden

Fri, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Roots & Readers is back for year three! Learn how to grow your own food and watch the plants grow week after week. For all ages! In case of inclement weather, we will move into the event space.

Building Club (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space

Sat, Jun 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Come build and create with us at the library! With your imagination and some blocks and bricks, the possibilities are endless!

Registration opens Saturday, May 31 2025 at 12:00pm

Makerspace Open Hours (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Drop by the Makerspace to try out 3D printing, 3D pens, a button maker, a Cricut cutting machine, a sewing machine, or a VR headset.

Code Block (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Interested in learning to code your own website or videogame? Join us as we work together using Fiero Code to level up our coding skills.

Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 3:00pm

3D Doodles B: Summer (Ages 6-13) - Library Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

*Please register for only 3D Doodles A OR 3D Doodles B. 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

Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 4:00pm

Teen Artventures: Stamp Making (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Teen Space

Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Need a way to reuse those left over school supplies? This month, we're making stamps out of erasers!

Tech Savvy: Rebooted - Location: Event Space

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Join us for a monthly class to help teach you the basics of your tech devices! This month is all about getting ready for summer reading with the Beanstack Tracker app.

Stitch Squad: Embroidered Totes (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space

Fri, Jun 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

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 totes. Recommended for ages 6-17.

Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden

Fri, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Roots & Readers is back for year three! Learn how to grow your own food and watch the plants grow week after week. For all ages! In case of inclement weather, we will move into the event space.

Makerspace Open Hours (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Drop by the Makerspace to try out 3D printing, 3D pens, a button maker, a Cricut cutting machine, a sewing machine, or a VR headset.

Code Block (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Interested in learning to code your own website or videogame? Join us as we work together using Fiero Code to level up our coding skills.

Registration opens Monday, June 9 2025 at 3:00pm

Creation Station: Marble Maze (Ages 6-11) - Library Location: Event Space

Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Unlock your creative engineering skills as we create our own marble mazes using various crafting materials!

Genealogy Roundtable (Adults) - Location: Event Space

Wed, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Guided help to tracing your roots utilizing Ancestry Library Edition, Heritage Quest, Fold3, and more!

Sew Simple (Adults) - Location: Event Space

Thu, Jun 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Come sew a lotus flower pin cushion by hand!

Makerspace Open Hours (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Drop by the Makerspace to try out 3D printing, 3D pens, a button maker, a Cricut cutting machine, a sewing machine, or a VR headset.

Code Block (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Makerspace

Mon, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Interested in learning to code your own website or videogame? Join us as we work together using Fiero Code to level up our coding skills.

Registration opens Monday, June 16 2025 at 3:00pm

Camp Marshmallow (Ages 5-12 and Caregivers) - Location: Meadowbrook Mall

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Join us in the center court of Meadowbrook Mall as we create sand castles and slime!

Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bridgeport Public Library

Roots & Readers is back for year three! Learn how to grow your own food and watch the plants grow week after week. For all ages! In case of inclement weather, we will move into the event space.

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Beginning in September 2024, drop by the Makerspace any Monday from 1:00-3:00 PM for Makerspace Open Hours. During this weekly program, you may have a chance to try out any of the tools listed below.

Click on any of the photos to view the Makerspace Guidelines.

Usage of some tools may have age restrictions, require materials you bring from home, and/or require signing a waiver prior to use.

If you have questions about Makerspace Open Hours, contact Angela at 304-842-8248 x5 or aspatafore@bridgeportwv.gov

Photo of the library's Dremel 3D40 3D Printer — **3D Printer**

Photo of the library's 3D pens and plastic filament — **3D Pens**

Photo of a Cricut Maker 3, vinyl cutting machine — **Cricut Maker 3 Cutting Machine**

Photo of a sewing machine — **Sewing Machine**

Photo of the Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset — **Virtual Reality Headset**