Movie Screening: True Romance

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Join us for our weekly movie screening: True Romance

Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Taverns in early Connecticut were more than just a place to drink. Travelers and locals alike saw taverns as a place to be entertained, spread news and gossip, have a good meal, and get a night’s lodging. Learn about how taverns were an essential part of every Connecticut town!

Tavern-style Trivia

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Follow up the Connecticut Museum of Culture & History's Tapping Into the Past presentation with a tavern-style trivia challenge! Win fin history--themed prizes and see who knows the most about U.S. history. Registration required, team or individual, family friendly (questions aimed at adults, though). Please, sign-up as soon as possible. Fill out this form to […]

Handmade Homegoods: Marbled Journals

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

This summer, marbleize and bind your own custom journal. Before Michael's, early American's had to make and bind their own books! Learn how & go home with your own custom journal to start writing your thoughts down. Registration required, ages 18 and up. This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America's 250th […]

Handmade Homegoods: Marbled Journals

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

This summer, marbleize and bind your own custom journal. Before Michael's, early American's had to make and bind their own books! Learn how & go home with your own custom journal to start writing your thoughts down. Registration required, ages 18 and up. This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America's 250th […]

Handmade Homegoods: Tavern Signs

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Enter your cottagecore era this summer with a DIY tavern sign like the days of yore. Registration required, ages 18 and up. This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America's 250th Celebration series of programs.

K-Pop Kids Party!

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Get ready for some fun music, dancing, games, and excitement at our K-Pop Kids Party! Join us for a family-friendly celebration where kids can sing, dance, and enjoy their favorite K-pop hits. This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading series of programs.

Handmade Homegoods: Marbled Journals

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

This summer, marbleize and bind your own custom journal. Before Michael's, early American's had to make and bind their own books! Learn how & go home with your own custom journal to start writing your thoughts down. Registration required, ages 18 and up. This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America's 250th […]

Handmade Homegoods: Tavern Signs

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Enter your cottagecore era this summer with a DIY tavern sign like the days of yore. Registration required, ages 18 and up. This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America's 250th Celebration series of programs.

That’s Weird!

Bridgeport Public Main Library - Burroughs-Saden 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

An ordinary-looking map with a sinister surprise. Earrings made of human hair. A piece of a revered Connecticut tree carved in the shape of a….ham? Museums are full of objects that make staff and visitors say, “Huh?”. But what makes these objects so strange to us?  What makes an object “weird”? This presentation explores some of the […]