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Welcome to Bridgeport Public Library's Teen Space!


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Bridgeport Public Library

Mon, Jun 22 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 27 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Jun 28 Closed
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1200 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
Tel: 304-842-8248

What's there to do at the library?

     

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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.
Registration is now closed
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.
This event is full
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!
3D Doodles: America (Ages 6-13) - Library Location: Makerspace
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
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Craft Collective: Stone Mosaics (Teens 15+ and Adults) - Location: Event Space
Wed, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
This is our new evening craft program for older teens and adults! Join us in July to learn how to make your own mini stone mosaic. All materials will be provided.
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Snackchat: This is Our Constitution (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Trading Card Game Adventures (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Makerspace Open Hours: Sewing Machines (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
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.
Brain Power Hour (Ages 6-11) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome!
Bill of Rights Conversation with the DAR - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Snackchat: This is Our Constitution (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Tomes & Tropes: Myths & Legends (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Teen Zone
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
We're celebrating tales of the ancients told over and again through the centuries! Bring your favorit myths, legends, and/or retellings!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, Jul 10, 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, Jul 11, 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: Statue of Liberty (Ages 3+) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, Jul 11, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
With your imagination and some blocks and bricks, the possibilities are endless!
Nonprofit Tent at BFM2 - Location: 100 Marketplace Avenue, Bridgeport, WV
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.
Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Pens/Perler Beads (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
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.
Brain Power Hour (Ages 6-11) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, Jul 13, 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, 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!
Southern WV Water Crisis w/ Rev. Caitlin Ware (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Tue, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Reverend Caitlin Ware will be leading an educational talk on the water crisis of Southern West Virginia. Join us to learn how these communities are fighting for safe, clean water.
Stitch Squad: Embroidered Star (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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.
Snackchat: This is Our Constitution (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
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!
Family Game Night (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 17, 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!
Harp Performance (All Ages) - Location: Front Lobby
Sat, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Suzanne Stewart will be at the library with her harp, providing gentle background music while you browse.
Makerspace Open Hours: Cricut (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Jul 20, 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 6-11) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, Jul 20, 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: Language Basics (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Ever wanted to learn a new language or share your own? Join us for Cultural Connections this month as we discuss a variety of languages like English, Japanese, American Sign Language, and Vietnamese. If you know another language, come and share!
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Jul 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!
Kidding Around Yoga (Ages 3-14) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Clothing Supply Swap (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Bring any clothing, shoes, handbags, etc. that you’d like to swap with others! No money may be exchanged. Drop by any time during the hour.
Snackchat: This is Our Constitution (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Jul 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 thinking about our constitution!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, Jul 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!
Acting Workshop with Do Art Productions (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Learn how to bring your stories into the spotlight with Do Art Productions! In this interactive workshop, patrons learn how facial expressions, emotions, and body language can shape the audience's perception of a character.
Family Matinee: We're Back (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enjoy watching We're Back with your friends and family! Popcorn and light refreshments provided.
Summer Reading Finale (All Ages) - Location: Deegan & Hinkle Lakes Park
Sat, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Celebrate the end of Summer Reading! Enjoy some snacks, drinks, and popsicles. You will also be able to pick up any Summer Reading Prizes that you won.
Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Printing (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Jul 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 (Ages 6-11) - Library Location: Event Space
Mon, Jul 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!
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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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