Burroughs-Saden Branch

The Bridgeport Public Library has opened its new teen space located in the library’s first floor Popular Library section.

Devoted entirely to teens, the space features comfortable seating areas including café style tables, computers with internet access, books, magazines, board games, and college prep materials.

Begun as a Public Allies Connecticut Bridgeport Team project, contributions for the furnishings were graciously supported by the Pitney Bowes Foundation. The Bridgeport Community Leadership Team donated $5000.00 followed by a $2,500 corporate grant at the end of 2008 for a total of $7,500.00. “The Teen Space is a truly inspiring effort that aligns with our mission to focus on education and literacy,” said Kathleen Ryan Mufson, director of corporate citizenship and philanthropy at Pitney Bowes. “Pitney Bowes is committed to working on these social issues, and we are delighted to support The Bridgeport Public Library through this project.”
Local teen volunteers contributed to the space painting walls and transforming older library furniture to tie in with the colorful and warm area. Future teen programs will be featured in this new space among them video gaming, book talks, chess workshops, arts and crafts, and teen related topic workshops.