Upcoming Programs

Bridgeport residents between the ages of 14-18 (grades 9-12) are invited to master the fine game of chess.

While the weather is still nice and there is no threat of rain,  Miss Michele and Miss Trina will take turns presenting “Stories in the Garden”.  This half hour program will feature two picture books and silly songs.

Join one of our librarians for a virtual storytime on Facebook Live! We’ll read some fun books, sing, and have fun together! Don’t forget to wear your pajamas and watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12

Challenge yourself with questions about today’s most popular video games, card and board games, sports, and recreation.  Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens. Did you know when you attend 3 or more teen events you’ll win a prize?  For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444.

Bridgeport residents between the ages of 14-18 (grades 9-12) are invited to master the fine game of chess.

Join us for stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays for the youngest! We’ll learn colors, shapes, opposites, the ABCs and always provide literacy tips at the end! With puppets and great music, grownups will have fun too!  Ages: 0-6.  Facebook Live at @Bridgeport Downtown Library – Kids.

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual pajama storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some great stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.

Where do you see yourself after you graduate high school? Talk about your goals in this “Teen Talk” on work, college, and being an adult. Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens.  For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444. Did you know that the Teen Cafe at BPL (Main Library) is open 6 days a week?

Learn how to find free manga online, through library databases and other resources – all for free!  Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens.  For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444. Did you know that the Teen Cafe at BPL (Main Library) is open 6 days a week?

Join us for stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays for the youngest! We’ll learn colors, shapes, opposites, the ABCs and always provide literacy tips at the end! With puppets and great music, grownups will have fun too!. Ages: 0-6.  Facebook Live at @Bridgeport Downtown Library – Kids.

Black Rock’s Michele is always looking for ways to turn trash into treasure.  If you are interested in upcycling the clutter and junk in your home, learn along with Michele who watches Youtube videos for inspiration, then shares what she’s learned.  NOTE: While these crafts are kept simple for ease of construction, they are NOT child-friendly crafts; they are aimed at adults and teens.

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual bedtime storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some fun stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.

Compete on the popular quiz show site, and find out how much you know about what you drink and chow on. Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens. For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444. Did you know that the Teen Cafe at BPL (Main Library) is open 6 days a week?

VIRTUAL, via Zoom!

Time:  Saturday, October 16, 10:30-12:00 PM
Contact: 203-576-7400, #7

REGISTER HERE [closes at 5:00 pm, Friday, October 15th]

Brian Hoover leads the class which will include free form writing exercises and an exploration of the nature of memoirs, and examining voice and perspective.  Drop in any month!

Join us for stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays for the youngest! We’ll learn colors, shapes, opposites, the ABCs and always provide literacy tips at the end! With puppets and great music, grownups will have fun too!. Ages: 0-6.  Facebook Live at @Bridgeport Downtown Library – Kids.

Get your Monster Mash going with a visit to gloomy forests and dark lakes with Michael Bielawa’s Zoom presentation focusing on New England Monsters! A fascinating topic perfect for Halloween!!

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual bedtime storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some fun stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.

Journey into Hogwarts, Narnia, and other literary worlds and complete a quest! Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens. For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444. Did you know that the Teen Cafe at BPL (Main Library) is open 6 days a week?

Watch performances of Rupi Kaur, Amanda Gorman, and others — including you, if you wish to share your poetry!  Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens. For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444. Did you know that the Teen Cafe at BPL (Main Library) is open 6 days a week?

Join us for this special Halloween Storytime this time at our Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT!  We’ll read spooky stories, sing songs, and learn new rhymes!  Children are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes!  Parents, please bring blankets, chairs, snack, water, … whatever your child needs to enjoy this special late afternoon. Ages: 0-12.

Talk about your Halloween plans and swap spooky stories with teen staff members Adam and Jonathan!  Teens: 13-19. This program will take place on Zoom. ZOOM info: Meeting ID: 818 4793 6551; Password: BPLTeens. For more info, contact the Teen Room at 203-576-7400 ext. 444. Did you know that the Teen Cafe at BPL (Main Library) is open 6 days a week?

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual bedtime storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some fun stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual bedtime storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some fun stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.

Did you know that November is Native American Heritage Month? Join one of our librarians for a special Native American virtual storytime on Facebook Live and celebrate the legends and traditions of the First People with us.  Ages: 0-12

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual bedtime storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some fun stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.

Join our children’s librarians for a virtual bedtime storytime on Facebook Live!  We’ll read some fun stories, sign songs, and learn new rhymes! Don’t forget to watch with your favorite stuffed animal! Ages: 0-12.