Announcements:
East Side Branch
East Side Branch Library will be temporarily closed for renovations starting September 7th, 2024.
Veterans Day Closing
All Bridgeport Public Library locations will be closed Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
Agenda for October 16, 2024 Regular Library Board Meeting and Public Documents
Digital Resources
AtoZ World Food
1,200 articles on national and regional cuisine, dining etiquette, and special occasion foods.
Brainfuse JobNow!
Live, anytime, anywhere job assistance, including up-to-date nation-wide and local job search engines, professional resume critique and proven interview techniques. Experience personalized career center seamlessly integrated with advanced virtual technology to help job seekers of diverse backgrounds and needs.
Connecticut Post
Newspaper archives
Kanopy
Stream free movies with your library card. Enjoy thousands of critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more.
Mango
Mango for libraries offers over 70 world language courses expertly designed to adapt to a diverse range of learning needs, styles, and backgrounds.
Tutor.com
Live one-to-one help is available 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., daily.
New subjects available for Nursing & Healthcare and Computer Science!
BookFlix (Home Access)
Scholastic BookFlix is a new online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.
BookFlix (Library Access)
Scholastic BookFlix is a new online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.
Hoopla
Bringing you hundreds of thousands of movies, full music albums, audio-books and more, hoopla is a revolutionary digital service made possible by your local library.
Hoopla digital’s latest app upgrade, LightSpeed – an evolution to empower brighter connectivity for users – is here. With LightSpeed, you’ll be able to experience, explore and enjoy free content from your public library in a new way that’s faster, brighter, mobile, easy-to-use and always available! Brought to you free of charge with your Bridgeport Public Library Card.
Kanopy
Stream free movies with your library card. Enjoy thousands of critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more.
Overdrive
Download a wide variety of popular fiction and nonfiction ebooks and eaudiobooks to your computer, eReaders, or mobile device. for Bridgeport Library Card Holders
Library News
Volunteer Opportunities
The Friends of Bridgeport Public Library are looking for volunteers to take an active role in managing the Book Sale Garage at 925 Broad Street.
Orquesta Afinke – Free Concert at The Klein
Join us for a free concert at The Klein Memorial Auditorium with Orquesta Afinke! The event will take place on Thursday, October 24th at 7:30 PM and is sponsored by The Bridgeport Public Library and the Klein Memorial Auditorium.
Bridgeport Unmasked Podcast
The All Things Bridgeport, CT, PODCAST
Join librarian & moderator Adam Cleri–along with authors, Bridgeport librarians, & other guests–as we explore the city’s curious history, intriguing people, & unique fascinations that make Bridgeport Bridgeport.
Streaming Service Kanopy Comes to Bridgeport Public Library
Stream free movies with your library card! Enjoy thousands of critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more. This new digital service can be found in our Online Library, or you can browse and create an account here. Read More…
Podcast Studios at BPL
Record a podcast using professional tools, for free!
BPL Studios is making accessible the art of podcasting, and audio and video production by providing an inclusive space for community members to express their unique voices. Our mission is to empower the community by offering state-of-the-art recording facilities and staff support, fostering a collaborative environment where creativity thrives.
Library Lockers at Beardsley Branch
Library Lockers are here for easy, contactless hold pick up 24/7. Can’t make it to any of our library locations to pick up your holds during regular business hours? Send your items to our Pickup Locker, situated at the Beardsley Branch and access your materials at your convenience!
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday, October 15 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
 BYLSA ESPORTS PRESENTS GAME ON!Esports is an exciting connection between gaming and sports. participants play organized gaming competitions against competitors in the Fairfield County area. Esports allows our participants to foster their passion for gaming in a team setting. It is free for Bridgeport residents ages 10-15. Location: North Branch More info
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Tuesday, October 15 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
 Computer 101 @ Black Rock!Each week we explore a different topic to help you use your computer or mobile device safely and effectively. Come to one, or to all! For adults and teens. Registration requested for these sessions. To register, or for more information, call Mat at 203-576-7025, or email mblaine@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org. Location: Black Rock Branch, Bridgeport Public Library More info
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Tuesday, October 15 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm |
 Computer Class: How AI (Artificial Intelligence) Can Help You: A Beginner’s Guide to Using AICome to the library for a free PC class to discover the power of Artificial Intelligence! Learn how you can use ChatGPT to help with everyday tasks such as writing professional emails, crafting resumes and cover letters and more in a relaxed, beginner friendly environment. No computer experience necessary! Location: Beardsley Branch Library More info
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Tuesday, October 15 8:20 pm - 9:00 pm |
 Mindful Meditation with Community Mindfulness ProjectDetox from the stress of the day with a live guided meditation session. Mindfulness is a basic human ability that allows us to be fully present in this moment.
There will be a conversation and guided meditation. Each meditation is appropriate for first time meditators and those with long -standing practices.
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Download eBooks and Audiobooks
Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and more – anywhere, anytime through Overdrive. All you need is a library card.
Download Music
Freegal, free downloadable music from Sony. Use your library card to download up to five songs a week and stream up to 3 hours of music a day!
Learn a Language Online
Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 140 languages with Personalized Courses, movies, music, and more.
Learning a language with Duolingo is fun and addictive. Earn points for correct answers, race against the clock, and level up.
New Arrivals
Online Library Card Application
Just print out an application. Fill it out and bring it to the library with proper ID’s (ID info is on each application.) and at no cost become a member of the BPL.
Mobile Printing
BPL Mobile Printing for your laptop, PC, and mobile devices:
Burroughs-Saden Main Library – printer
Beardsley Branch Library – printer
Black Rock Branch Library – printer
Newfield Branch Library – printer
North Branch Library - printer