Bridgton Public Library

06/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from all of us at Bridgton Public Library 🌈

June is a time to celebrate love, identity, and the many ways our community shines. We’re proud to stand in support of LGBTQIA+ voices, stories, and histories, and to offer a welcoming space for everyone who walks through our doors.

We also want to highlight the upcoming Denmark, Maine Pride celebration—a joyful community event bringing people together to celebrate inclusivity, connection, and pride right here in our region. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to show your support this month, it’s a wonderful opportunity to gather, celebrate, and be in community with others.

However you choose to celebrate Pride Month, we hope you’ll find stories that reflect, affirm, and inspire you here at the library. 🏳️‍🌈

06/05/2026

Libraries strengthen democracy every day.

On June 13, 2026, our friends at will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, bringing 15+ new TED Talks about democracy’s next chapter from the stage in Philadelphia directly to our community.

Presented in collaboration with Visit Philadelphia and partners nationwide, and sponsored by The Pew Charitable Trusts, this event connects local conversation to a national moment.

This livestream event is free to attend! Find the schedule of speakers, and RSVP, here: https://tinyurl.com/SPLTedDemocracy

We hope you'll be able to join us for this historic program celebrating this historic moment in our nation's history.

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06/04/2026

Ready for some clean family fun? Join us this Friday at 10am for a bubbly, bathtime-themed Storytime! We’ll enjoy stories, songs, activities, and plenty of playful fun centered around bubbles, water and bathtime routines. Perfect for little learning minds and their caregivers—we hope you’ll join us!

06/03/2026

June is the Kickoff of our Summer Reading Program! Join us to kick off the 2026 season with a special episode of Maine Calling—all about Read ME! Samaa Abdurraqib will join host Jennifer Rooks alongside featured authors Lewis Robinson, author of The Islanders, and Margot Anne Kelley, author of The Gardener at the End of the World, to discuss this year’s Read ME selections and answer questions from readers and libraries across Maine. Learn more & listen in on June 5th at 11am via the link in the bio!

05/30/2026

There’s still time to join us this today from 1:00pm–2:00pm for our Natural Dyeing Demonstration!

Learn how flowers, plants, and other natural materials can create beautiful colors on fabric in this hands-on workshop exploring art, creativity, sustainability, and traditional dyeing techniques.

In-person space is limited, and virtual participation is also available. Register using the link below, scan the QR code, or connect with our Outreach Coordinator, Racheal, in-person for more information.🌿🍁🎨

📚 Bridgton Public Library: Your community hub for lifelong learning! 🌟

05/29/2026

We’re still collecting your love, memories, and stories for our community library scrapbook at Bridgton Public Library!

Whether it’s a favorite childhood memory, a meaningful program, a beloved librarian, or simply what the library means to you, we’d love for you to be part of this special collection celebrating our community and shared history.

Stop by and add your note, memory, drawing, or message—we’re so grateful for every story shared. Your memories help tell the story of the library through the people who make it so special.🗒💙📚

05/29/2026

Whooo's ready for Storytime? Join us this Friday at 10:00 AM for a special Owl Storytime at Bridgton Public Library!

We'll read wonderful stories all about owls, learn fun facts about these fascinating nocturnal creatures, and enjoy songs, activities, and an owl-themed craft that's sure to be a hoot.

Storytime is a delightful way for little ones and their caregivers to learn, play, and explore together. Whether your child already loves owls or is being introduced to them for the first time, this will be a morning full of discovery and fun.

We hope you'll join us for some fun learning about our feathered friends, hearing great stories, and sharing plenty of smiles. See you there! 🦉📚✨

05/27/2026

Join us at Bridgton Public Library this Saturday, May 30th, from 1:00pm to 2:00PM for a special program exploring the art and science of natural dyeing.

Discover how plants, flowers, and other natural materials can be used to create beautiful, lasting colors on fabric. Whether you're an experienced crafter or simply curious about traditional dyeing techniques, this hands-on program offers a wonderful opportunity to learn something new and connect with others in our creative community.

Natural dyeing is a fascinating blend of art, history, and sustainability—perfect for anyone interested in textiles, gardening, or exploring the colors found in the natural world around us.

We hope you'll join us for an inspiring and colorful afternoon at the library. Please register for this event as we have limited in person availability, we will be offering virtual slots as well for those who cannot make it out! Sign up via the link in our bio, scan the QR code or connect with our Outreach Coordinator Racheal in person for more information! Be sure to RSVP as we have limited slots available.

See you there!🍁🌿🌹

05/25/2026

Honoring Memorial Day at Bridgton Public Library

As we reflect on Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. This day is a time for reflection, gratitude, and remembrance of the courage and dedication of those who gave their lives for our freedoms.

While many of us mark the long weekend with gatherings and the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day carries a deeper meaning—an opportunity to reflect on the lives lost and the families forever changed by their service. We honor their memory and express our heartfelt gratitude for their sacrifice.

At Bridgton Public Library, we are grateful to be part of a community that values remembrance and reflection. We encourage patrons to take a moment this Memorial Day to honor those who served, whether through quiet reflection, sharing stories with loved ones, or exploring books that help us better understand our nation’s history and the people who shaped it.

From all of us at the library, we wish you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. We will remember. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

Memorial Day Recommendations from Bridgton Public Library
This Memorial Day, we invite you to reflect through stories of courage, sacrifice, resilience, and remembrance. Explore these moving titles available through Bridgton Public Library and neighboring libraries:

-Quiet Courage by Don Colson
-The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
-The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien
-Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

Browse and place holds anytime through our online catalog even when the Library is closed! Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day from all of us at Bridgton Public Library. 🇺🇸📚