America’s 250th Celebration at the Library
Bridgeport Public Library is celebrating America’s 250th all year with special events, book displays, and a special podcast series!
Join us as we explore the nation’s history, stories, and future together. Contact your nearest branch for more details and discover how you can take part in the celebration.
UPCOMING AMERICA’S 250’TH CELEBRATION EVENTS:
ADULT EVENTS:
May 14th 6-7pm – Black Rock Branch – The Web They Wove: Women and Their Wardrobes during New England’s Revolution
May 16th 2-3:30pm – Beardsley Branch – Ridgefield’s Revolutionary Battle by Dr David Naumec
June 3rd 5-6:00pm – Newfield Branch – From Colonies to Independence: Songs of America’s Transition
June 18th 6-7:30pm – Beardsley Branch – Craft Class: Patriotic Wreath Making
July 11th 2-4:45pm – North Branch – America’s 250th Movie: 1776
July 18th 12-3pm – North Branch – Turn Back the Clock
July 18th 2-3pm – Beardsley Branch – Patriotic Concert with Honky Tonk Jones
TEEN EVENTS:
July 9th – All Day – Burroughs-Saden Main Library – We The People Poster Drop-In Craft
July 11th 11-3:00pm – Newfield Branch – Design Your Own Flag!
KIDS EVENTS:
July 2nd 1-2pm – Burroughs-Saden Main Library – Boston Tea Party
July 2nd 4-6pm – Beardsley Branch – Stars and Stripes Cupcake Decorating
July 8th 11-1:00pm – Newfield Branch- Liberty in 3D: Build the Torch of Freedom!
July 11th 11-3:00pm – Newfield Branch – Design Your Own Flag!
July 18h 12-3pm – North Branch – Turn Back the Clock
Please check the program calendar and listen to the new BPL’s own America’s 250th podcast series.
RECOMMENDED AMERICA’S 250TH READS:
