Donations Needed!!

Project 351, an organization throughout Massachusetts, is dedicated to helping young people create change and serve their communities.

This week Project 351 has a spring project supporting

Cradles to Crayons and will collect new clothing donations.

We're looking for new or like-new clothes for ages 0-12 

(sizes newborn to adult medium). 

Socks, underwear, & pajamas must be new. 

Items can be dropped off in the library lobby now through April 9th. 

Walt's Mobile Closet is a nonprofit that provides free, gently used clothing and shoes to anyone in need.

Currently their inventory of men's sneakers is very low, and they are unable to provide assistance to many in need of footwear.

Donation box is in our lobby by the circulation desk. 

Upcoming Events

Monday, April 7 at 5:30PM

Join us for a Self-Defense Class taught by local black belts!

This hands-on session will teach essential techniques to help you stay safe and build confidence in real-world situations. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class offers valuable knowledge and practical moves in a supportive environment. 

All are welcome! Open to all skill levels. Ages 15 and up.

Registration Required.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, April 8 at 5PM

In this workshop the participants will learn 10 guidelines to be more successful when communicating, guiding, and supporting persons who are on the Autism Spectrum/Neurodiverse.

They will also be familiarized with types of Autism, and the current view of what the spectrum means. We explore the social and communication skills and tools that can be implemented to become more inclusive of those individuals on the spectrum.

This event is presented by Laurette Ryan NCPT and Frankie Ryan.  Laurette Ryan NCPT, CSC, Owner of Balancepoint Pilates Teacher Training. She is a national fitness presenter, CEC provider for NPCP Laurette is a Subject Matter Expert, assisting in development of the only 3rd party, National Pilates Certification Exam through NPCP.  

Frankie is a 24-year-old young woman on the Autism spectrum.  She is a passionate advocate, educating the public in the challenges that face the Neurodiverse community.  Her unique perspective personal experience is a valued addition to the science presented.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Wednesday, April 9 at 5PM

This guided experience is designed to help you let go of the heaviness of winter, reconnect with your inner self, and embrace the fresh opportunities that spring offers.

Through gentle breathwork, visualization, and mindfulness practices, you’ll align with the energy of growth and transformation.

Join us to plant the seeds of renewal in your life. No prior meditation experience needed—just bring an open heart and willingness to grow.

This class is open to teens and adults. 

Facilitated by Deb Bellevue of Creating Sacred Spaces and hosted by Praxis Integrated Counseling.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Saturday, April 12 at 10AM

We welcome these two titleholders to the library who recently published children's books.

Lily published a children's book titled You Can't Catch It, which focuses on Type 1 Diabetes. Marianna has written Beetrix Finds Her Walnut Tree, a story about a bee who overcomes bullying and discovers her inner strength. 

After the story, join Marianna for a "Bee Kind" lesson that pairs with her book, which includes a fun slime-making activity for kids.

Ages 5 and up.

Registration Required.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Friday, April 18 at 1PM

Join Melissa from Beeble Art to create some art! All artistic levels are welcome. Materials will be provided. This program is for grades 1-4.

Registration Required. Please register ONCE for all children and use "Add Attendee” to include additional children attending.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, April 22 at 6PM

Come meet local Farmer Dave from Hanson Farm 

Learn all about chickens- from raising them and keeping a flock to eggs and more! This program is geared towards adults and families who want chickens or already own chickens.

No registration and free and open to all ages 8+.

Wednesday, April 23 at 6PM

Alpaca your kids to the library for this fun event!

Angel Hair Alpacas was started in 2005 as a family farm to breed highest quality alpacas. Our entire family was engaged in breeding and training these extraordinary and useful animals, used primarily for their luxurious and energy efficient fleece. Alpacas are easily trained for handling. Alpacas are even shown in front of judges in national shows to determine the best alpacas in the country!

We will be bringing two of our alpacas for you to meet with and even feed! (they are very gentle and don’t have top teeth so they don’t bite!) Bring your curiosity and questions as we will share information about alpacas, fleece characteristics, history, care and ownership!

Registration Opens April 5 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Thursday, April 24 at 10:30AM

Join us for this exciting program with the Reptile Nook, which includes several lizards from 5 different continents!

Registration Opens April 5 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, April 29th at 6PM

Join Nurses with a Mission for this informative talk!

Understand the Historical Role of Cannabis as Medicine, Recognize Cannabis as an Ongoing Source of Healing, Distinguish Between Hemp and Psychoactive Cannabis & Explore the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) and How Cannabis Works in the Body 

Registration Opens April 5 at 10AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, April 8 at 10AM

Join us for stories, movement and music.

No registration required.

Wednesday, April 9 at 2PM

Join us for a special movie showing of Dog Man (2025), PG, 89 minutes. 

In Dog Man, half dog and half man, he is sworn to protect and serve as he doggedly pursues the feline supervillain Petey the Cat.

All ages welcome! Parents must stay with child.

No Registration Required.

Wednesday, April 9 at 5PM

The Pokemon Club has switched days!!

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

A few things to know:

• 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. 

Monday, April 7 at 6PM

Once a month, during our regular Drop-In Genealogy time, join us downstairs at 6pm for a short genealogy lesson.

Interested in learning about a topic? Let Karen know and we can add your idea to the schedule!

The Topics for April: Name Changes

Upcoming Pop Up Topics:

• May 5: Yearbooks and School Records
• June 6: French-Canadian Records

Friday, April 11 at 10AM

Join Triumph for 123 Read & Draw Art Class!  Fun and creative, social and skill building, this seven week program is for

you and your child ages 3-6

Registration is required and space is limited. 

To register, call Nancy at 508-822-5388 ext. 208 or email her at ntilbe@triumphinc.org.  

Monday & Tuesday, April 14 & 15 at 3PM

Drop in on afternoons for some help with technology!

We can help with: 

• eBooks & eAudiobooks (help with Libby app)
• eReaders, smartphones & tablet devices
• hoopla
• searching the internet
• email
• wearables (Smart Watches, Fitbits, etc.) 

Please note: We do not troubleshoot or fix malfunctioning devices, take apart or replace physical parts on a device, handle viruses or virus software, download and/or install hardware, or participate in credit card transactions.   

No Registration Required.

Saturday, April 19 at 11AM

Hear local author John Grover reads from his book, Slipping Through: The Lockwood Cryptid Chronicles (Book 1) and discuss his love of the paranormal and cryptozoology.

A Stoughton native, Mr. Grover has also lived in the Taunton/Raynham area and Boston. He has written and published numerous books in the fantasy, sci-fi and horror genres.

No Registration Required.

Wednesday, April 9 at 4PM

Socialize with friends, enjoy snacks and watch the latest streamed anime with our premium Crunchyroll subscription.

Check out the newest manga and graphic novel additions before they hit the shelves!

No registration required.

Saturday, April 12 at 1PM

Join us this April for an artist's reception of Meaningful Masterpieces by local elementary students!

The students in Mrs. Gendreau, Miss T and Ms. Leveque's classrooms are part of our special education programming at George H. Mitchell Elementary. They receive a high level of support to participate in their school day in meaningful ways. 

While in art, students in these programs have the support of additional adults, alternative and augmentative communication devices, visual supports, structured routines with sensory breaks embedded into their schedule. 

The students are encouraged in exploring art materials, being hands on and creative. Students are allowed to create art at their own pace to help ensure that their work is truly theirs.

Meaningful Masterpieces will remain on display in the Flora T. Little Art Gallery through the month of April. 

Apply Now for the Flora T. Little Fellowship in Local History at 

the Bridgewater Public Library

The Bridgewater Public Library Archives seeks a scholar to explore, illuminate, and contextualize the local history of the Bridgewater region. At the library, our mission is to educate, inform, enrich, and inspire the community. With this fellowship, our goal is to provide a clearer understanding of ourselves and each other through deep and meaningful analysis and contextualization of our shared heritage. 

We invite students of history, public history, the humanities, women’s studies, African-American studies, Indigenous people’s studies, LGBTQ+ studies, folklore, historic crafts, industrialization, New England studies, and others to explore the archival holdings of the public library. And then to share their insights and fresh understanding of our region with the library community. 

Fellows will spend the fall academic semester researching the primary resources in the library’s history room, and will present their findings at the end of the semester in three ways: With an on-site exhibit, during an event evening, and through submission of their findings to an academic, peer-reviewed journal. 

Thursday, April 10 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.

Coming Soon!!

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