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Welcome to Bridgeport Public Library's Teen Space!


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Bridgeport Public Library

Mon, Jul 27 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 28 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 11:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 01 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Aug 02 Closed
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1200 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
Tel: 304-842-8248

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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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Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Jul 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, Jul 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 to Adult) - Location: Event Space
Wed, Jul 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.
Snackchat: This is Our Constitution (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Jul 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 thinking about our constitution!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, Jul 31, 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, Aug 03, 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, Aug 03, 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, Aug 04, 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: School (Ages 6-13) - Library Location: Makerspace
Wed, Aug 05, 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: School
Craft Collective: Insect Pinning (Teens 15+ and Adults) - Location: Event Space
Wed, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join us in August to learn how to pin and display butterflies and beetles. All materials will be provided.
Snackchat: Mental Health (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Aug 06, 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: Darius the Great is Not Okay and talking about mental health.
Trading Card Game Adventures (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Aug 06, 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!
History Alive! Meet Thomas Ingles (All Ages) - Location: Event Space
Fri, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join us in welcoming Thomas Ingles (1751–1809) to the library! Please note that real 18th century weapons including a musket, knife, and tomahawk will be present at this event.
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, Aug 07, 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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 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, Aug 09, 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, Aug 10, 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, Aug 10, 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, Aug 11, 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: Mental Health (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Aug 13, 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: Darius the Great is Not Okay and talking about mental health.
Tomes & Tropes: New School (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
New school year, new place, new friends, and new enemies? This month, we're diving into titles featuring characters going to a new school!
Roots & Readers (All Ages) - Library Location: Library Community Garden
Fri, Aug 14, 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: Cricut (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 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: Italian Heritage (All Ages) - Location: Children's Area, then Event Space
Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Join us for a multicultural program for all ages. This month we're discussing Italian heritage with Diana Pishner Walker. Registration not required.
Tabletop Adventures (Ages 10-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Tue, Aug 18, 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: Pencil Case (Ages 6-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Wed, Aug 19, 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 making a pencil case with a zipper.
Snackchat: Mental Health (Ages 12-17) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Aug 20, 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: Darius the Great is Not Okay and talking about mental health.
Family Game Night (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 21, 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 Queen of Katwe (All Ages) - Library Location: Event Space
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bridgeport Public Library
Enjoy watching Queen of Katwe with your friends and family! Popcorn and light refreshments provided.
Makerspace Open Hours: 3D Printing (All Ages) - Location: Makerspace
Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 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, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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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Please reach out to Angela, our Community Engagement Manager, at aspatafore@bridgeportwv.gov or 304-842-8248 ext. 5.

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