Bridgeton Public Library Contact:
Terri Carpenter,
150 E. Commerce St. Children’s Services
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
(856) 451-2620
For immediate release
October Events at the
Bridgeton Public Library
Guided Tours of Woodruff Museum
Wednesdays, 1-4pm
A knowledgeable
volunteer will be on hand to provide guided tours of the Woodruff Museum of
Indian Artifacts on Wednesdays from 1-4pm.
Cinema Series
Thursday, October 2, 7pm
The Cinema Series at the Bridgeton Library will present a
1942 horror movie starring Simone Simon, Kent Smith, Jane Randolph and Tom
Conway. Registration is requested.
Third Legislative
District Satellite Office
Tuesdays, October 7 and 21, 1-3pm
Representatives of the Third Legislative District will be in
the library.
Teen Library Council
Meeting
Tuesday, October 7, 6pm. Teens ages 12-18 are invited to
help plan programs for teens and children, help choose new books for the
library, and much more! New members welcome.
Baby Time!
Fridays, October 10, 17 and 24, 10:30 am.
Babies, ages 6 to 23 months, and their parents or a
caregiver are invited to Baby Story Time where we will share simple stories,
nursery rhymes and songs. No registration is necessary.
Lego Club
Saturday, October 11, 1-2:30 pm
Kids ages five and up are
invited to attend our Lego program where we will listen to stories based on a
theme, and then build our own creations to go with that theme. Registration is
required. Funded by a Community Development Block Grant for Library
Programming.
Adult Book Discussion
Saturday, October 11, 2 pm
Featured book: David
and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants by Malcolm
Gladwell. Registration is requested and copies of the book are available at the
library.
Preschool Story Time
Tuesdays, October 14, 21 and 28, 10:30 am
Children ages 2-6
and a caregiver are invited for stories, songs, finger plays, crafts and a
snack. Story time is free and does not
require registration.
Story and Craft
Tuesdays, October 14, 21, and 28 at 10:30 am
Kids ages 7 and up are invited to share stories, activities
and crafts. This program will take place at the same time as our Preschool
Story Time and is perfect for older siblings!
Teen Murder Mystery
Program
Tuesday, October 14, 6 pm
Teens, age 12-18, are invited to help solve a murder mystery.
Pizza will be served. Please register.
“Zoobrary -- Wild
About Books” Story Time!
Thursday, October 16, 10:30 am at the Bridgeton Public
Library
What happens when the Cohanzick Zoo and the Bridgeton Public
Library work together to create an awesome event? The answer is Zoobrary! A
program that exposes children to great stories and the opportunity to learn
about and meet live zoo animals!
Zoobrary will be held on the third Thursday of each month at
10:30 am, with the location alternating between the library and the zoo. This
month’s program will be held at the library and feature “Creepy Crawlies.”
This free program is recommended for preschool age children.
Registration is not required.
Zombie Prom Prep!
Saturday, October 18
Whether you’re attending the library’s Zombie Prom or just
want to get ready for Halloween, you’ll want to attend our Costume &
Make-Up Workshop! We’ll have donated prom dresses, suit jackets, ties and more.
12-2 pm – Adult Workshop -- $10 includes costume, make-up
kit, and make-up workshop. Registration required. All proceeds benefit the
Bridgeton Library.
2-4 pm – Teen Workshop – Free! Includes costume, make-up
kit, and make-up workshop. Registration required.
Teen Anime Night
Tuesday, October 21, 6pm
Teens, 12-18, can watch anime and
help choose new anime and manga for the library. Those who like to draw are
encouraged to bring their art. No registration required. Funded by a Community
Development Block Grant.
Friends of the
Library Meeting
Tuesday, October 21, 7 pm
The Friends of the Library provide the entire book budget
for the library, as well as fund many programs for children. Please come out
and learn how you can help!
Board of Trustees
Meeting
Thursday, October 23, 4:30 pm
The Board of Trustees will meet on the main floor of the
library. The public is welcome to attend.
Teen Book Discussion
Tuesday, October 28, 6pm
Teens, 12-18, are invited to discuss the book Long Lankin by
Lindsey Barraclough.
“When Cora and her younger sister,
Mimi, are sent to stay with their great Auntie Ida in an isolated village in
1958, they discover that they are in danger from a centuries-old evil and,
along with village boys Roger and Peter, strive to uncover the horrifying truth
before it is too late.”
Registration is required.
Participants will receive a free copy of the book to be discussed when they
register in person at the library. Funded by a Community Development Block
Grant.
Teen Zombie Prom at the Ashley McCormick Entertainment
Center
Friday, October 31, 7-10 pm
Teens, ages 12-18, are invited to
dress in their best zombie attire as we celebrate Halloween “zombie style”. The
evening will feature food, music, games, photo booth, zombie make-up station,
and more!
This program will take place at
the Ashley McCormick Entertainment Center, 40 E. Commerce St., in Bridgeton.
Registration and a signed permission slip are required. Permission slips are
available at the Bridgeton Library, 150 E. Commerce St.
“Braaaiins for Books” Adult Zombie Prom to Benefit the
Bridgeton Public Library!
Saturday, November 1, 7-11 pm
Adults, ages 21 and over, are
invited to relive their prom night “zombie style” at the Ashley McCormick Center!
There will be food, games, a photo-booth, zombie make-up station, silent
auction, and more. Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume, Best Zombie
Shuffle, and Prom King and Queen. Live music will be provided by the band
Southern Cut.
Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at
the door and include dinner. This is a BYOB event (beer and wine only). The
event will take place at the Ashley McCormick Center, 40 E. Commerce Street in
Bridgeton.
Tickets may be purchased at the
Bridgeton Public Library.
All proceeds benefit the Bridgeton
Public Library!