August & September Bridgman Public Library Events
After-Hours Movie: Project Hail Mary
Friday, August 21, 5:30pm
A special after-hours movie night at the library!
Science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out. He must call on his scientific knowledge and unorthodox ideas to save everything on Earth from extinction… but an unexpected friendship means he may not have to do it alone.
Movie Rating: PG-13
Popcorn will be available. Feel free to bring a comfy chair, if you wish.
BBQ Potluck with Mary Spencer ~ Zoom Program
Tuesday, August 25, 6:00pm
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Mary Spencer from Taste: A Cook's Place will join us on Zoom to demonstrate two BBQ dishes. She will make Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad and Grilled Honey and Ancho Rubbed Pork with Black Bean Salad. No registration is required. Simply log on with the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86481545165
Unpacking Odysseus Tuesday, September 8, 6:00pm
With Christopher Nolan's new film adaptation of The Odyssey in theaters now, educators Harry Campion and John Monaghan embark on their own epic journey to put the history, the original story, and the film in context. Campion and Monaghan taught Homer's epic poem for nearly 20 years in the Advanced Placement English Literature course at Grosse Pointe High School and this program will run very much like one of their classes. They have presented this program in different libraries across Michigan and it has been very popular. The Detroit News even ran an article on the program. We encourage seeing the film before attending the program. No registration required.
An Evening with Two Michigan Authors Thursday, September 10, 7:00pm
Two Michigan authors are coming together for one unforgettable night! Join the conversation with Upper Peninsula resident Sara Maurer as she discusses her novel, A Good Animal, alongside Stevensville local Meagan Francis, who will share insights from her book, The Last Parenting Book You'll Ever Read. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to support local talent, celebrate community stories, and dive deep into great writing!
Friends Book Sale Friday, Septmber 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm Saturday, September 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm ($5 bag sale all day)
Stop in and get some great deals on gently used books! All proceeds benefit the Bridgman Public Library.
Night Sky at Weko Beach, Bridgman Saturday, Septmber 12, 9:00pm - 11:00pm
One of the best times of the year to view Saturn! Mr. Kyle will talk about Saturn and share other fun space facts. Telescopes will be available. Program will happen weather permitting. Watch the website for any cancellations. No registration required. For all ages.
Botanical Print Workshop Monday, September 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Capture nature's beauty by turning real leaves and flowers into stunning paper art. Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own selection of flowers, leaves, vines or even weeds! Led by local artist, Kristin Webber. No registration required.
NW2501: Exploring the Mystery off of our Coast Wednesday, September 16, 6:00pm
In 1950, Northwest Orient Flight 2501 vanished over Lake Michigan with 58 people aboard, leaving no survivors and no wreckage. Staff member Kyle will unpack the tech, weather, and training failures behind the only major US air crash where the plane was never found. No registration required.
After-Hours Movie: Disclosure Day Friday, September 18, 5:30pm
Join us for a special after-hours movie night at the library! In Steven Spielberg's sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day (2026), a Kansas City weatherwoman (Emily Blunt) and a cybersecurity whistleblower (Josh O'Connor) race to expose a decades-long government cover-up of extraterrestrial life while eluding a ruthless corporate-securing contractor (Colin Firth) Movie Rating: PG-13 Popcorn will be available. Feel free to bring a comfy chair.
Enda Reilly: A Musical Journey along Ireland's West Coast Wednesday, September 23, 5:00pm
Enda Reilly, Irish Folk Singer & Storyteller, will present The Wild Atlantic Way - a musical journey along Ireland's west coast. Sponsored in part by the Friends of Bridgman Public Library.
Backyard Birds with Fernwood Botanical Garden Wednesday, September 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
From shorebirds to songbirds, Southwest Michigan has an incredible diversity of avian species. In this program, Fernwood Botanical Gardens Director of Education, Michelle McKoskey, will teach us about the most common birds in our region. You will have the opportunity to create your own set of anti-strike window stickers to take home. No registration required. |
