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WE NEED MORE KID'S SHOES!
Amazing work by this community. In one month, you have helped us collect 100 pairs of kid's shoes!!! A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all who have donated. Let's try and get another 100 by the end of August. 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! |
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Upcoming Events
|  | Wednesday, August 6 at 6PM |
Join Bill Carter for a discussion of his book, Fire And Wrath.
About the book: Jack Coyle, a skilled arsonist on the run, is drawn back into the world of fire when his childhood friend, Sheriff Vance Miller, enlists his help to solve a series of deadly arsons in Plymouth County. As they investigate, they uncover not only the perpetrator but also a heartbreaking truth that changes everything.
Registration is required. | Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. |
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Anime Club - Additional Days and New Times!! |
Teens and Tweens! Through the end of August, please join us for anime on Monday and Fridays from 3-4 p.m. We will meet at our regular time on Wednesdays from 4-5pm. Come socialize, talk about anime and manga, and watch the latest streamed anime.
You'll get first look and checkouts of any new manga before it hits the shelves! We'll provide the snacks on Wednesdays but feel free to bring your own on Mondays and Fridays.
No registration required. |
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Wednesday, August 6 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. |
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Tuesday, August 12 at 6PM |
Explore the Viking Era and the mysticism of Nordic traditions. Join us for a fun role playing experience that includes mocktail mixing. Learn about Seeresses and key Viking customs while crafting your own delicious drinks for future celebrations.
We'll create a mocktail version of Glogg, a fun twist on the Blott, and a Viking inspired Meade. Everyone leaves with a mixer and quirky Viking facts. Presented by Juvy Hartweg of Sassy Lady Cocktails.
Dress up is encouraged but not required. 18+ Event. Please share food related allergies ahead of time. |
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Wednesday, August 6 at 10:30AM |
Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and the gang for Puppet Story Time! Newton and his puppet friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the children.
At the end of the 30-minute show, his “Mom,” Leigh, gives the kids a brief demo of various puppet styles (moving mouth puppets, glove puppets, arm & rod puppets, finger puppets). The children will then have an opportunity to explore some of the puppets Leigh & Newton bring to share during Puppet Free Play.
This show is geared to ages 3-7 years old, but all are welcome! No Registration Required.
This program is supported by a grant from the Bridgewater Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. |
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Thursday, August 7 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 Walter the Baker 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. |
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Tuesday, August 12 at 10:30AM |
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First Responder Therapy Dogs leads the way in addressing the mental health needs of first responders by providing emotional support using therapy dogs.
We wrote this children's book, No Matter the Forecast, Our Paws Are Ready. Therapy Dogs Helping First Responders, to showcase some special moments that have been captured on visits and to share how our volunteers positively impact First Responders across the country.
First Responder Therapy Dogs currently has 300 teams in 42 different states certified, and we are fortunate to have 22 of those teams in Massachusetts. We hope you enjoy our book and enjoy spending time with some of our therapy dog teams!
Please register ALL ADULTS and CHILDREN attending. | Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. |
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Thursday, August 14 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 What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? 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. |
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Wednesday, August 20 at 6PM | Explore the world of terrariums & then make your own. Learn to create & care for your own miniature garden inside a small glass or plastic container. We’ll bring the materials, you bring the creativity!
You'll discover the history of terrariums, the best plants to use, along with essential techniques for care and maintenance. Each participant will design and build a beautiful miniature terrarium to take home. You’ll also get plant and materials lists.
Join us for this fun and educational experience that brings a bit of nature indoors! | Registration Opens August 6 at 12PM |
Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. |
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MOVIE NIGHTS!!!
|  | Monday, August 4 at 5PM |
Join us for a movie showing of Snow White (2025), the live-action adaptation of the 1937 Disney animated film
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Rated G, 109 minutes
All ages welcome! No registration required. Parents must stay with child. |
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Monday, August 18 at 5PM |
Join us for a movie showing of Minecraft!
Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter. Rated PG, 101 minutes.
All ages welcome! No registration required. Parents must stay with child. |
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Come in and build with our Legos! This program is drop in and parents will need to remain with their children and supervise.
No Registration Required. |
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Thursday, August 7 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. |
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Tuesday, August 19 at 7PM | Join the Book Club for a discussion of TWO BOOKS this month: Books are available for checkout at the front desk.
All are welcome. No registration required for this program. |
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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.
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Support Our Community |
 | An intergenerational choir made up of students and community members with the purpose of using music to help make a difference in the world.
All ages and ability levels welcome. Rehearsals on BSU Campus. Rondileau Student Union - Room 017E
For more information - email Dr. Sarah McQuarrie @ smcquarrie@bridgew.edu | Looking For Your |
Next Great Read? |
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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. |
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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. |
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We post daily about upcoming events, free library resources, book recommendations, and community happenings.
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