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Welcome to Bridgeport Public Library's Teen Space!


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Bridgeport Public Library

Mon, Jun 01 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 02 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 03 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 04 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 06 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jun 07 Closed
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1200 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
Tel: 304-842-8248

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Makerspace Open Hours: Sewing Machines (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Jun 01, 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 (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
3D Doodles: Summer (Ages 6-13) - Library Location: Makerspace
Wed, Jun 03, 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: Summer
Craft Collective: Jar of Stars (Teens 15+ and Adults) - Location: Event Space
Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
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.
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Jun 04, 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.
Trading Card Game Adventures (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Pens/Perler Beads (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Jun 08, 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 (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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.
Tomes & Tropes: Summer Camp (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
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!
Summer Reading Kickoff Party - Location: Library
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
Fossil Show: Meet a Real Paleontologist - Location: Event Space
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.
Nonprofit Tent at BFM2 - Location: 100 Marketplace Avenue, Bridgeport, WV
Sun, Jun 14, 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.
Makerspace Open Hours: Cricut (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Jun 15, 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 (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, Jun 15, 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: Immigration & Emigration (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
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.
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Kidding Around Yoga (Ages 3-14) - Library Location: Event Space
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.
Stitch Squad: Felt Dinosaurs (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Plant & Gardening Supply Swap (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
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.
Father's Day Event - Location: 1010 S. Chestnut St. Clarksburg
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!
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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.
Family Game Night (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Printing (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
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.
Brain Power Hour (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Reading to Dogs (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Snackchat: Will's Race for Home (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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.
Live Insect Show
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.
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
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!
Family Matinee: The Sandlot (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enjoy watching The Sandlot with your friends and family! Popcorn and light refreshments provided.
Brain Power Hour (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
"Rockhound Millionaire" and Jewelry-Making Class (Ages 6+) - Location: Event Space
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.
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
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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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