BPL Lights the Birthday Candle for America's 250th Celebration With Free Events, Free Books & a Month of Fun
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BPL Lights the Birthday Candle for America's 250th Celebration With Free Events, Free Books & a Month of Fun
Bridgeport, CT (July 1, 2026) – The Bridgeport Public Library (BPL) is kicking off a month-long celebration of America's 250th anniversary tomorrow, Thursday, July 2nd, with THREE free community events launching at three branch locations. The month long series will bring together families, teens, and adults for interactive activities, live performances, film screenings, and more all at no cost to attendees.
As part of the celebration, the Friends of the Bridgeport Public Library will provide free copies of “The History of the Constitution” by Lisa Trusiani to children visiting BPL branches during the America's 250th events. The book is a perfect keepsake for the historic milestone and offers young readers an introduction to the very document at the heart of American democracy. Available while supplies last.
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Tea Party | Thursday, July 2nd from 1pm-2pm
Burroughs-Saden Main Library, 925 Broad Street
Young historians will re-live one of the most dramatic acts of colonial defiance in a fun, interactive program that brings the American Revolution to life. Participants will make their own tea bags and paint a commemorative plate celebrating America 250. Open to children of all ages, ideally 4-12.
Stars and Stripes Cupcake Decorating | Thursday, July 2nd from 4pm-6pm
Beardsley Branch, 2536 East Main Street
A sweet, patriotic craft experience where children decorate their own red, white, and blue cupcakes in celebration of America's 250th birthday. A delicious way to make history.
Happy Birthday, USA! | Thursday, July 2nd from 6pm-7pm
Black Rock Branch, 2705 Fairfield Ave
It’s an evening of crafts, games and snacks as attendees celebrate America’s 250th birthday! Caregivers and kids are welcome. Open to children of all ages, ideally 6-11.
"The library has always been the place where our community comes to explore, learn, and grow together,” stated Elaine Braithwaite, City Librarian. “America's 250th gives us the unique opportunity to deepen that connection to our history, while having some fun and enjoying activities and programs for all ages. We invite every Bridgeport resident to join us."
More free events and activities are happening throughout the month of July! Visit bportlibrary.org/america-250-at-the-library/ for the full schedule of America's 250th programs at the Bridgeport Public Library.
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