Get ready to sleigh the holiday season by shopping during special hours at The Bridge Thrift Store (cash, cards, and Apple Pay will be accepted). That’s right, we are opening our secret passageway to the thrift store just for you! Explore aisles filled with hidden gems, from vintage fashion finds to quirky holiday decor. Maybe you’ll find that ugly sweater you need, it will for sure give your celebrations some extra holiday pizzazz. We’ll have a special collection of items saved just for tonight that'll be available just for you, our Bridge students! After the shopping is done, wrap your presents in the Art Studio to get a head start on holiday preparation, or choose a holiday craft kit and unleash your creativity. Cap off this jolliest of Friday nights with a visit to our hot chocolate bar sponsored by Meijer. See you there!
Advance sign-up is NOT required. Drop in anytime Friday night during open hours 7:30 - 10:30 pm. Open to teens in 7th - 12th grade and be at least 12, but less than 19 years of age with a Bridge student membership. Not a member? Apply for a FREE student membership right here.
No outside food or beverages permitted. Snacks and beverages can be purchased at our cafe. Prices range from 25 cents to $2.50 to cover our costs and waste. All students must be dropped off and picked up promptly. Watch our Friday Night Parking Lot Best Practices video right here.
Friday Nights are sponsored by Moraine Valley Community College.
Important Attendance Policy:
Out of respect to our volunteers, please be sure you can attend the programs you sign up for. Confirmation calls or text messages are made 48-72 hours prior to every program. If you do not respond to our confirmation call within 24 hours of the program, a student on the waiting list will fill your spot. If a student is a "no show" for 2 or more programs, they will be automatically placed on the waiting list for other programs they have signed up for during that semester. 48 hours notice is required for all cancellations.