Seeking Kid's Shoes!

First, a VERY BIG THANK YOU to the community. We were able to donate 51 pairs of shoes for adults to Walt's Mobile Closet! 

We are asking that the community step up again, this time for the kids. Please consider going through your child's gently worn shoes for donation. The donation bin is located by the circulation desk.

Thank you for your continued support of this amazing cause!

Upcoming Events

Saturday, June 28 at 11AM

Tammy Donroe Inman, award-winning author and photographer of New England Brunch and creator of Twitterati Cryptograms, will discuss her favorite weekend brunch recipes as well as cryptogram code-breaking tips. Samples will be provided.

Award-winning author Tammy Donroe Inman is a trained chef, cooking instructor, and photographer. She’s written three cookbooks: New England Brunch, New England Desserts, and Wintersweet, as well as the hilarious code-cracking book, Twitterati Cryptograms. 

She got her start testing recipes for Cook's Illustrated magazine and the TV show America's Test Kitchen. She was a former editor for Boston magazine, and has also written for Fine Cooking, Yankee, and the Boston Globe. She lives outside Boston with her husband, two high-maintenance cats, and a pair of well-worn roller skates.

Registration Required

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Friday, June 27 at 10AM

Join Kara Andrews of Maha Yoga for a morning yoga class! 

We recommend this program for adults and kids age 8+ who can follow directions along with their caregivers.  

Please bring your own yoga mat and dress in comfortable clothes.  

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Wednesday, July 2 at 5:30PM

Hello Pokemon Trainers! Are you ready to get your game on at the Bridgewater Public Library?

• Bring your own cards. We'll have a few extras to make a deck.
• Trades are encouraged and part of the excitement! The student trainer will be available to provide guidance in an effort to make trading an enjoyable experience for all, but each person is responsible for his or her own trades. The club and library are not liable for any trades.
• The Club will be run by a student trainer and is open to kids 6-12 years old. A guardian must remain with kid(s).

No Registration Required. 

Tuesday, July 8 at 1PM

Learn all about the different types of trees in Massachusetts with

Mass Audubon and make your own leaf rubbings to take home!  

Program is for kids ages 5-13 & adults must remain with children.

Please include the TOTAL NUMBER of KIDS ONLY.  

Adults do not need to register. 

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Wednesday, July 9 at 10AM

What if LEGOs could come to life? Do you have an imaginative mind and like to create and play with technology? 

Learn the basics with Stop Motion Studio. Participants will learn to storyboard, how to set the scene and explain onion-skinning, frame rate and aperture setting. Designed for children in grades 1-6. 

Participants will need to bring their own phones and need to install the free Stop Motion Studio app, all other supplies provided.

Please register each child individually.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Thursday, July 10 at 10AM

Join Easton Children's Museum's program, STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Mathematics). They've added the “R” for reading! By incorporating literacy into the programming, we are promoting critical thinking and creativity with your little one! 

Join us for story time with a related activity to follow every Thursday morning this summer. 

This week we will be reading The Very Impatient Caterpillar and doing two activities based on the story. 

This program is for ages preschool to grade 2.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bridgewater Cultural Council, a local
agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, July 15 at 1PM

Identify mammal tracks and the signs that mammals leave behind with

Mass Audubon. Program is for kids ages 5-13 & adults

must remain with children. 

Please include the TOTAL NUMBER of KIDS ONLY.  

Adults do not need to register. 

Registration Opens June 28 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, July 15 at 6PM

Do you love photography and want to take your skills to the next level? Join me for a fun and informative two-part workshop designed to help you take control of your DSLR camera in manual mode.

We'll start with the very basics and explore shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and how they work together in the exposure triangle. This is a hands-on class, so bring your fully charged DSLR and get ready to take plenty of notes!

To get the most out of this experience, attendance at both sessions is highly recommended. Your camera should allow you to manually adjust f-stops (aperture), shutter speed, and ISO. If you're unsure it does, email me at Wendy@WendyAdamsFineArtPhotography.com

with your camera’s make and model, and I will let you know. 

Wendy has always viewed the world through the lens of a camera, finding beauty and meaning in every frame. A graduate of The Art Institute of Boston with a BFA in photography, she specializes in portraits and landscapes, though her passion for all forms of photographic art knows no bounds. Beyond creating captivating images, Wendy is dedicated to empowering others by sharing her expertise and helping them develop their own creative skills. She believes in fostering confidence so that others can proudly share their talents with the world.

Please note this is a two part workshop that takes place on

July 15 and August 5 from 6-7:30pm. 

Registration Required. Registering for the first session automatically enrolls you in the second session on August 5.

Registration Opens June 28 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Wednesday July 16 at 6PM

From savory to spicy, make your own seasoning blend using over 30 of our fresh and unique herbs and spices. 

Learn how to use different combinations in seasonings, as well as their various health and nutritional benefits. Use for cooking, take-out, or as a special gift. Great for people watching their salt intake or following a special diet. 

Everyone gets to make their own personal seasonings mix to take home. Plenty of recipes will also be available.

Registration Opens July 2 at 12PM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Thursday, July 17 at 10AM

Join Easton Children's Museum's program, STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Mathematics). They've added the “R” for reading! By incorporating literacy into the programming, we are promoting critical thinking and creativity with your little one! 

Join us for story time with a related activity to follow every Thursday morning this summer. 

 This week we will be reading A Color of His Own and doing two activities based on the story.

This program is for ages preschool to grade 2.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bridgewater Cultural Council, a local
agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Registration Opens June 28 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Wednesday, July 17 at 1PM

Join us for this program with Plymouth County’s Agricultural Extension Educator, Meg Riley to try it in real life. 

 Learn about caring for rabbits, growing plants, taste farm fresh veggies and conclude with a quiz bowl game to test your knowledge.

This program will be geared towards ages 5-12 years. 

Registration Opens June 28 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Saturday, July 19 at 9:30AM

Rick Keller, from Perfect Pastime 617, is offering a community-wide collectibles appraisal event. So gather up all your Pokémon/sports cards/memorabilia, coins, watches, video games/consoles, comics, fine/broken jewelry, sterling silver, etc. to see if you have treasure or trash! All antiques and collectibles are welcome! 

Rick is a Foxborough native who has been involved in the industry for close to two decades. He has generously allotted some of his time to share his valuable knowledge with all who listen.

Registration is required for a 10-minute time slot to appraise your item.

Please email Rick a photo of the item you are bringing ONE WEEK prior to the event.

perfectpastime617@gmail.com

To register, please click the link below and schedule your time.

***Please be present just outside of the event room five minutes before your scheduled time in case of early departure of a previous registrant so Rick can potentially have more time with you.***

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Thursday, July 3 at 1PM

The TaleSpinners has existed for nearly twenty years and is open to all. The TaleSpinners meet on Thursdays, year round, from 1-3 PM in the Mary Jarvis Conference Room.

The TaleSpinners encourage all sorts of writing: memoir, poetry, short stories, and/or novels. The TaleSpinners write in all genres: mystery, thrillers, science fiction, romance, humor. We engage in gentle, helpful, and encouraging critiques of one another’s writing, and everyone gets a chance to share their work.

We ask each writer to come with copies of his/her work for the rest of the group to write their comments and suggestions upon.

No registration required.

Caribbean Heritage Month

Our community partner at Bridgewater State University, Dr. Allyson Ferrante, Professor of English, and her daughter Saga, created our first annual display of books, historical posters and Caribbean community events. Please stop by before July 1 to borrow books and learn about our vibrant community.

Old Colony Museum Passes

Passport to History - King Philip's War - 350th Anniversary

The Old Colony History Museum is proud to host "Passport to History" for a ninth summer! From June through September, the passport connects visitors and residents alike through sites across the Old Colony linked to King Philip’s War, commemorating its 350th anniversary.

The sites feature seemingly unnoticed or unheard-of outdoor locations surrounding the conflict, as well as museums/historic homes with King Philip’s War objects on display.

To receive your free virtual passport, register at https://www.oldcolonyhistorymuseum.org/passport-to-history/ 

beginning June 1.

Stars & Stripes Forever

When you place a book on hold it gets shipped to the Bridgewater Public Library free of charge. You will then be notified when it is available for pickup!
You can also look for these titles as e-books & audiobooks using the Libby App.

Looking For Your

Next Great Read?

The Trustees of the Library share their top book recommendations! From timeless classics to hidden gems, there's something for everyone.

📚 To see their list, click the button below.

Need Something To Do?

If You Have a Library Card, Don't Pay Full Price!

At the Bridgewater Public Library, we offer passes to save on museum visits and recreational trips. The passes offer reduced or free cost admission. Check them out today! 

To reserve a pass, click the button below.