Donation Drive!

March 2 - April 30

Help Empower Women in Our Community!

For the months of March and April, we are thrilled to once again, partner with Walt’s Mobile Closet and announce our Purse & Makeup Drive to support underserved women in our community!

Donations can be dropped off in the bin by our Circulation Desk during normal business hours.  

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, April 1 at 6PM

Jessica Shattuck is the New York Times bestselling author of The Women in the Castle; The Hazards of Good Breeding, a New York Times Notable Book and finalist for the PEN/Winship Award; and Perfect Life. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, The New Yorker, Glamour, Mother Jones, and Wired, among other publications. She will be speaking about her latest release, Last House. A multi-generational saga that follows an American family over eighty years, centering on their secluded Vermont refuge and their evolving relationship with the "age of oil." The novel explores the intersections of family loyalty, geopolitical intrigue involving the CIA, and the shifting moral landscape of postwar America through the late 20th century.

Registration Required. 

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Tuesday, March 24 at 6PM

PART 1

Join us for an information session about the world's greatest roleplaying game: Dungeons and Dragons!  Learn the rules, how to create your first character, and experience a brief gameplay demonstration!  This program is intended for families who are interested in learning how to run their own game at home- this is not an ongoing game!  All ages are encouraged to attend.

No Registration Required

Wednesday, March 25 at 6PM

Come join Celestial B as she guides you on a Tarot journey!

Together, you will explore setting up a Tarot journal, selecting and charging your deck, clearing cards, connecting with your energy, building intuition, and familiarizing yourself with the cards.

Please make sure to bring your own cards with you.

Registration Required.

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly. 

Monday, March 30 Starting At 4PM

Come to the Bridgewater Public Library to celebrate the beginning of another epic season of baseball! Participants of all ages will be able to take home a few baseball cards of their own choosing (while supplies last), take home cracker jacks, eat some popcorn and even have the chance to win tickets to a Lowell Spinners, Brockton Rox and WooSox, generously donated by the teams themselves!  We'll also have other activities for children of all ages, so don't walk, RUN to the plate and visit the library starting at 4PM to participate!  

No Registration Required

Friday, April 3 at 1PM

The Bridgewater Public Library is excited to host its very first Magic the Gathering draft event, featuring cards from the set The Lost Caverns of Ixalan!  Each participant will open packs to create a sixty card deck and play against others. The best part? Everyone will KEEP the cards they pull! Other supplies will be raffled off, all experience levels are welcome, beginners are encouraged to participate!

No Registration Needed. 

Friday, April 3 at 2PM

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

Registration Opens March 20 at 9AM

Note: Space is limited and fills up quickly.

Friday, March 27 at 10AM

Join Triumph for Read & Draw with Me! Join us for family fun, with story time and art exploration while building your child's social skills.  For children ages 3-6 and registration is required.  

Read & Draw is funded by a grant awarded to Triumph, INC by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

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, March 23 at 6PM

Bridgewater Public Library's 2025 Flora T. Little Fellow, Anna Connor, will be presenting her research on Louise Dickinson Rich's 1955 memoir of growing up in Bridgewater, Innocence Under the Elms and the role such memoirs can play in the study of history.

An accompanying exhibit will be on display in the library's museum gallery space.  The presentation will be followed with a brief question and answer session.

No Registration Needed. 

Monday, March 30 at 6PM

We invite you for a discussion on our One Book One Community Spring Theme: Accessibility for All. Our panelists will provide insights and share narratives on their lived experiences and the everyday challenges they encounter. For this and other programs sponsored by One Book One Community,

please visit their website by clicking here. 

No registration required.

Tuesday, March 31 at 6PM

Bridgewater’s iron industry spanned over three centuries, evolving from colonial resource harvesting to a vital supplier during the American Revolution and Civil War. This presentation explores how local forests and "bog ore" fueled massive production, driving the town's growth and shaping its industrial landscape through 2025. By examining modern-day evidence and historic reproductions, we will uncover the lasting legacy of this operation and its impact on Massachusetts history.

No Registration Required

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30AM

Introduce your preschooler to the world of children's literature! Storytime includes a selection of entertaining stories, an easy to do craft, and other fun activities! Recommended for ages 3-5.

No Registration Required

Wednesday, March 25 at 4PM

Teens and Tweens! Come socialize, talk about anime & manga, & watch streamed anime. You'll get first look and checkouts of any new manga before it hits the shelves! Snack provided!

No Registration Required. 

Wednesday, March 25 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. 

New Binges For You!

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.

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