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Family & Children's Events
April 2025 |
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Does It Really Rain Frogsby Thomas CanavanDo plants really eat insects? This introductory book will provide the answers to young scientists' big questions about plants. Provides age-appropriate text to fuel and inspire young readers to want to learn more. A wealth of bright photos and images accompany the inviting text that even reluctant readers will find appealing.
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Here Are the Seedsby JaNay Brown-WoodThis sweet picture book follows two young children as they grow their garden from seeds ... and encounter a few missteps along the way! Planting a garden is not as easy as it seems -- OH NO! -- there is the hot sun that cracks the earth! And the rain that floods the garden! And those worms that are eating all the plants! But could all of these elements help their garden grow?
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Juice Box Social Mondays 11:00AM - 12:00PM Library Children's Department
Looking for opportunities for you and your little one to get out of the house and interact with others? Look no further! We'll provide the snacks and toys!
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Makerspace Open Hours Mondays 1:00PM - 3:00PM Library Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to try out 3D printing, 3D pens, a button maker, a Cricut cutting machine, a sewing machine, or a VR headset. |
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Notes & Knights (All Ages) Tuesdays 3:00PM - 4:00PM Library Event Space
Chess club meets study hall! Whether you're looking for a laid back place to study or brushing up on your chess strategies, we've got you covered! |
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Tabletop Adventures: D&D (Ages 10-17)
Tuesdays 4:00PM - 5:00PM Library Event Space
Ready to face dragons and mimics? Join us for D&D at the library! New players welcome! |
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Brilliant Beginnings (Ages 0-2 and Cargivers) Wednesdays 12:00PM - 12:20PM Library Children's Department
This is a special program for our youngest library users and their caregivers that introduces books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, tickles, and activities developmentally appropriate for infants and early toddlers. |
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Library Ramble (All Ages)
Thursdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM Bridgeport City Park
Join us as we stroll through Bridgeport City Park! You can bring your favorite music, audiobook, podcast, or chat with some of your favorite library staff! |
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Little Learners (Ages 3-5 and Caregivers)
Thursdays 3:00PM - 3:25PM Library Children's Department
Share the fun of reading and learning with your toddler or preschooler in this 30-minute story time full of books, songs, and rhymes. |
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Roots & Readers (All Ages)
Fridays 4:00PM - 5:00PM Library Community Garden
Roots & Readers is back for year three! Learn how to grow your own food and watch the plants grow week after week. For all ages!
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Building Club (Ages 3+)
Saturday, April 5th 12:00PM - 1:30PM Library Event Space
Come build and create with us at the library! With your imagination and some blocks and bricks, the possibilities are endless! |
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Bunny Hop Trail (All Ages) Saturday, April 5th 10:00AM - 11:30AM Bridgeport City Park
Hop along the trail in Bridgeport City Park and read Colleen Driscoll's Silas Spies! |
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Creativity Corner: Bookmarks (Ages 0-5 and Caregivers) Monday, April 7th
4:00PM - 5:00PM Library Event Space
An exciting opportunity for our youngest patrons and their caregivers to explore the wonders of creating art! This month, we're creating bookmarks! |
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Creation Station: Book-Making (Ages 6-11) Wednesday, April 9th
3:00PM - 4:00PM Library Event Space Ready for some arts and crafts? Explore your creative side as we experiment with different art mediums with your peers! This month, we're making books! |
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Pokémon™ Adventures (All Ages) Thursday, April 3rd 5:00PM - 6:00PM Library Event Space Join us at the library for all things Pokémon™! Play the Pokémon™ Trading Card Game, create different Pokémon™ crafts, or tell us all about your favorite type!  |
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Bookwyrm Book Club (Ages 6-11) Friday, April 4th 3:00PM - 4:00PM Library Event Space Wanna connect with other readers? Looking to find something you enjoy reading? Or, maybe, you're only it for the snacks? Whatever the reason, join us for the Bookwyrm Book Club!  |
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Family Movie Night: An Extremely Goofy Movie (All Ages) Friday April 4th 5:00PM - 7:00PM Library Event Space
Enjoy watching An Extremely Goofy Movie with your friends and family! Popcorn and light refreshments provided. |
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"We Are Better, Together" Bereavement Support Group (All Ages) Tuesday, April 8th 11:00AM - 12:00PM Library Event Space Provided by WVU Medicine Hospice, this group will be an open discussion; come as you are. We will engage on conversations about grief, caregiver support, and dealing/coping with family dynamics. |
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Egg Hunt (All Ages) Monday, April 14th 3:30PM - 4:30PM Library Children's Department It's time for an egg hunt! Come search for eggs in the library and spend some time with the Easter Bunny! |
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3D Doodles A: Spring (Ages 6-13) Wednesday, April 16th 3:00PM - 4:00PM Library Makerspace Please register for only 3D Doodles A OR 3D Doodles B. 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: Spring. |
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Homeschool Huddle (All Ages) Friday, April 18th 12:00PM - 1:00PM Library Event Space Want to connect with other homeschool families in the area? Stop by the library to share resources and learn about the resources your library offers! Light refreshments provided. |
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3D Doodles B: Spring (Ages 6-13)
Monday, April 21st 3:00PM - 4:00PM Library Makerspace Please register for only 3D Doodles A OR 3D Doodles B. 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: Spring. |
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Cultural Connections (All Ages)
Monday, April 21st 5:00PM - 6:30PM Library Event Space Join us for a multicultural program for all ages. This month we are showcasing a Kentucky manufactured soda and a tea ceremony from Japan. |
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Family Game Night
Thursday, April 24th 5:30PM - 7:00PM Library Event Space This is a great opportunity to connect with others in your community! We'll have games for all ages on hand! You're also welcome to bring your own if you want to teach others how to play your favorite game! |
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S.T.E.A.M.ers: Peep Catapult (Ages 10-17) Friday, April 25th 3:30PM - 5:00PM Library Event Space Ever designed a website or game? Built a robot that responds on command? Created an invention that leaves a crowd in awe? Join us as we learn to code and experiment with technology using Fiero Code and more! This month, we're building Peep catapults. |
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BHS Jazz Ensemble Spring Performance (All Ages) Tuesday, April 29th 5:30PM - 6:30PM Library Children's Department Swing into spring at the Bridgeport Public Library as we welcome back the Bridgeport High School Jazz Ensemble! |
Interested in more events happening in April? Check out our calendar by clicking the image below! |
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Bridgeport Public Library
1200 Johnson Avenue, Bridgeport, West Virginia 26330
304-842-8248https://www.bplwv.org/ |
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