Celebrate Earth Month at Bridgton Public Library! 

April is here, and with it comes Earth Day which we’ll be celebrating all month long. This is a time to slow down, breathe deeply, and celebrate the natural beauty that surrounds us here in Maine. At Bridgton Public Library, we have plenty of ways for readers of all ages to connect with the outdoors, discover new stories, and learn how we can care for our planet.

Explore Nature and Adventure

Spring is the perfect season to get outside. We encourage you to visit the trails maintained by our friends at Loon Echo Land Trust—whether for a peaceful walk, a nature hike, or just a quiet moment among the trees, these trails are a wonderful way to connect with the world around us.

As the weather warms, we’re thrilled to for the return of our StoryWalks at Pondicherry Park. These interactive walks combine reading and movement, allowing families and readers of all ages to enjoy stories while exploring the outdoors. Stay tuned for future dates and info for our featured stories this summer—you won’t want to miss this favorite community tradition.

The Celebration Continues in Youth Services 

Inside the library, our staff team has curated special displays filled with books, activities, and resources for all things Earth Month. From picture books that spark curiosity about nature to guides on sustainability and environmental stewardship, there’s something for every young reader to enjoy. It’s a perfect way to inspire kids (and adults!) to explore, learn, and celebrate our planet through reading.

Celebrate, Learn, and Connect

Whether you’re venturing out onto a trail, enjoying a Story Walk this summer, or browsing our Earth Month collections, April is a wonderful opportunity to pause, appreciate the world around us, and find inspiration in the stories that connect us to nature.

No matter how you celebrate Earth Month, we hope it includes a mix of fresh air, curiosity, and connection—both with the natural world and the stories that help us understand it.

We’ll be your resource hub all season long!

-Your Bridgton Public Library

April is Here!

April is Here!

Here’s what is happening in April and a glimpse of our activities this season.

All Month Long:

  • Technology Help: Every Tues, Wed, Fri – 2pm-4pm in the Resource Room
  • Outreach Book Drop Off: April 28th, starting at 10:00am

Meetings

  • Wednesday, Apr. 8th: Friends of the Library Meeting, 9:00am by Zoom
  • Tuesday, Apr. 21st: Board of Trustees, 5:00pm in Meeting Room and by Zoom

Book Clubs:

  • Nonfiction Book Group: Wednesday, Apr. 8th, 10:00am – 11:00am. Discussing The World for Sale by Javier Blas & Jack Farchy
  • Bookies Book Group: Wednesday, Apr. 22nd, 3:00pm – 4:00pm. Discussing Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison

Community Opportunities:

  • Makers Tables in Youth and Children’s Services
  • Special Scrapbook Stations for National Library Week!

Children & Youth Services:

  • Children’s Story Times, Fridays at 10am:
    • April 3rd: Maple Syrup
    • April 10th: Yellow
    • April 17th: Wind
    • April 24th: Turtles
  • Children & Youth Displays: Earth Month & Diverse Voices
  • Children’s STEAM projects

Special Highlights:

  • National Library Week Celebration: April 19th-26th
  • Jewish Heritage Month
  • Gardening Guides & Resources

Stay tuned for more exciting news and events, right here each month, on our social media pages, or in-person at our circulation desk!

-Your Bridgton Public Library