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Saturday, January 25 at 1PM |
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Join the Bridgewater Public Library for an afternoon with author and naturalist Sy Montgomery and illustrator Matt Patterson.
They'll discuss their recent book collaborations Of Time and Turtles and The Book of Turtles.
This is a free offsite event:
Event Location: Moakley Auditorium, Bridgewater State University, 100 Burrill Avenue, Bridgewater, MA
Event Parking: Free Parking at the Moakley Center Lot, 100 Burrill Avenue, Bridgewater, MA
All Ages Welcome! No Registration Required. |
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Tuesday, January 7 at 4:30PM | Join Ashley Sabato in this new series of fitness seminars, Fit for Life! Come to just one class or join every week!
Owner and Founder of GET Fit gym, Ashley and her team are here to help you work on yourself both holistically as well as through workouts that anyone can do.
Each week there will be a seminar surrounding our busy lives, meal planning and nutrition, as well as overall stress reduction and building healthy habits.
Kids are welcome! We have a separate workout space where they will be with a trainer focusing on stretching, light yoga, and exercise.
This Week's Topic: Sleep, Eat, Movement & Managing Mental Health - Sleep - Good Sleep Hygiene Practices
- Eat - Nutrition Tips
- Movement - How to Incorporate Exercise For Any Schedule
- Managing - Mental Health Practices
- Take Home - SEMM 30 day Checklist for Accountability
Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. When registration time opens, please refresh the page to enter your information and register. |
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Registration is required for each class for ADULTS ONLY. Kids are welcome but need not register. To register, click the button below:
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Wednesday, January 8 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 kids.
At the end of the 30-minute show, the kids are invited to say hi to Newton and give him a high-five. They can even stay after the show to play with some of Newton’s puppets during a hands-on Puppet Free Play session!
No Registration Required. |
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Wednesday, January 22 at 6PM |
Using chopsticks helps you lose weight, improve coordination, and become a more mindful eater.
Come have a snack and some great conversation while you learn the art of using chopsticks. We will have boxed snacks that are perfect for mastering the art of the chopstick.
Bring a friend so you have someone to laugh at!
Registration required.
| Registration Opens January 8 at 5PM |
Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. When registration time opens, please refresh the page to enter your information and register. |
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Monday, January 13 at 10AM |
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Join the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Southeastern Residential Services for an Informational Session & In-Person hiring event!
Positions: Full Time and Part Time Direct Care, Internship & LPN
Locations: Brockton, Taunton, Hanover, New Bedford/Fall River, Cape Cod & surrounding towns
Discover opportunities to make a difference by supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
Must be at least 18 years or older and have a valid driver's license
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Saturday, January 18 at 2PM |
Helps us ring in the New Year as we celebrate with Lion Dancers from Tiger Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi!
Followed by a demonstration from Bridgewater Martial Arts!
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Tuesday, January 14 at 10AM |
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Join us for a lot of musical play!
Songs, fingerplays, sit and sing, movement, and props followed by group instrument play with simple classroom style rhythm instruments.
Recommended for kids up to age 5.
Registration required.
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Registration Is Open |
Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. When registration time opens, please refresh the page to enter your information and register. |
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Friday, January 10 at 10AM |
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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. |
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Saturday, January 4 at 11AM | 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, January 16 at 11AM |
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Need a place to study for the Common Comprehensive Assessments?
The Bridgewater Public Library will have the Gabriel Room available for students to study in.
Bring your friends and your study materials.
Drop in 11AM - 4PM. No registration required. |
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Monday, January 6 at 5:00PM | Once a month, during our regular Drop-In Genealogy time, join us in the Flora Little Room 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!
This Week's Topic: Navigating Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org Upcoming Topics: - February 3: Organizing your Research: Family Data Sheets, Pedigree Charts, and More
- March 3: Exploring your Irish Ancestry
No Registration Required.
Note: Drop-In Genealogy Meets Monday Nights from 5-8PM in the library lobby. Pop Up Genealogy meets briefly in the Flora T. Little Room at 6PM. |
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Monday, January 6 at 5:00PM |
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Return Of The Anime Club! |
 | Wednesday, January 8 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. |
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Thursday, January 9 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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Flora T. Little Art Gallery |
January Artist |
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About the Artist:
Meet Trisha Bagepelli, a talented young artist from West Bridgewater! Trisha is a 7th grader with a passion for art.
Exhibit Description:
Her collection features a variety of creative works, including stunning landscapes and imaginative pieces. Trisha also captures the many moods of her beloved pet dog, Softie, in a series of heartwarming and captivating artworks.
Stop by and show your support for this incredible young talent! |
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Volunteers Needed
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Can you commit to one hour a week for 10 weeks? Looking for teens to help patrons with the following:
eBooks & eAudiobooks through eZone (help with Libby app) eReaders, smartphones & tablet devices Hoopla
Windows OS & Mac OS Microsoft Office Suite Searching the internet
Zoom & FaceTime Resizing or printing pictures Email
Uploading a resume Web design (Wix) Social Media websites & apps
If Interested, please contact youthservices@sailsinc.org |
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Donations Accepted Any Time the Library is Open | Dress a Girl is looking for the following donations which may be dropped off at the Bridgewater Public Library or the West Bridgewater Public Library:
Girls Underwear - new, wrapped, any size 4-12 Fabric donations - 100 % cotton, bright colorful patterns. CANNOT include people, food images, wild animals or animated characters on the fabric. Thank you for your kind donation! |
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Keep Warm this Winter with a Quilt!
On display in our archival exhibit area this winter are 42 quilt squares made in 1887 in Cochesset, Massachusetts. Learn about quilts and quilting, signature quilts, the Kentucky Crossroads pattern, and how quilting is a historic art and craft that continues today.
On display in December and January. |
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Goodreads Most |
Popular Books of 2024 |
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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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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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Games Can be Checked Out for Two Weeks |
Our Board Game collection is first come, first served. Play in house or take one home. Board Games are part of the Library of Things and are subject to a $5/day late fee. We have both adult and juvenile board games available in our collection.
Curious what else you can borrow? Check out our Library of Things collection by clicking 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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