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East Side Branch

East Side Branch Library will be temporarily closed for renovations starting September 7, 2024.

Columbus Day Closing

All Bridgeport Public Library locations will be closed Monday, October 14th in observance of Columbus Day.
Normal operations will resume Tuesday, October 15th.

Digital Navigator

Online Library

Ancestry

Ancestry

In-house access only
Access billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more for individuals from around the world.

 

AtoZdatabases

AtoZdatabases

AtoZdatabases is the Premier Job Search, Reference & Mailing List Database including 30 million business & executive profiles & 245 million residents.

BookFlix (Home Access)

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)

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.

 

Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports

Provides ratings and reviews, recommendations and buying advice for cars, electronics, appliances, and more. The database also provides a health section and money guide.

Foundation Center

Foundation Center

Directory of private philanthropic and grant making foundations on the Internet.
(In house use only – Burroughs-Saden)

Freegal

Freegal

Stream and download songs or download music videos from hundreds of musical genres and thousands of labels.

 

Historic Map Works

Historic Map Works

Plat maps with details of lot apportionments and street details for cities across the United States

Hoopla

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

Kanopy

Stream free movies with your library card. Enjoy thousands of critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more.

Overdrive

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

Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps - In-house

Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps – In-house

Maps with details on buildings prepared for the insurance industry.

 

Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps - Remote

Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps – Remote

Maps with details on buildings prepared for the insurance industry.

 

Testing & Education Reference Center (Gale)

Testing & Education Reference Center (Gale)

This online education resource provides everything a student needs to learn more about further education and assists in making informed decisions on their future from one single, handy database. Testing & Education Reference Center also features interactive online practice tests for preparatory examinations including entrance exams and certification and licensing tests.

Tutor.com

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!

World Book Online

World Book Online

Access online research tools that includes encyclopedia articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video.

 

Upcoming Events

Date/Time Program
Monday, September 9
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Little Readers Storytime

Little Readers Storytime

Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs followed by playtime with toys! For children, ages 0-4 years old with a parent/caregiver. Little Readers occurs every Monday morning at 10:30am in the Children’s Room of the Newfield Branch Library, except on holidays.

Location: Newfield Branch Library – Children’s Room
More info
Monday, September 9
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Computer 101 @ Black Rock!

Computer 101 @ Black Rock!

Each meeting 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.

Monday, September 9, 12 Noon: Using the Internet-how to navigate the internet, use email, use social media and more!

Monday, September 16, 12 Noon: Smartphone 101: how to share photos and files, printing from your phone, QR codes, and more!

Tuesday, September 24, 6:00 PM: Online Safety: avoid misinformation and scams, and learn about other safety risks online!

 

 

Location: Black Rock Branch, Bridgeport Public Library
More info
Monday, September 9
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Chess Club for Kids at Beardsley Branch

Chess Club for Kids at Beardsley Branch

Join our Chess Club at Beardsley Branch! Learn how to play Chess; a game of strategy and problem solving. Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced player, you can learn the strategies that will make you a better chess player. Ages 6-16. No registration required

For more information, call 203-332-0025.

Location: Beardsley Branch Library
More info
Tuesday, September 10
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Digital Navigator @ Newfield

Digital Navigator @ Newfield

Need help using technology or digital devices? Drop in on Tuesdays at Newfield Branch from 10:30am – 12:30pm to speak with our Digital Navigator. Appointments are not required. For more information, please call us at (203) 576-7828.

Location: Newfield Branch Library
More info

Library News

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.

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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!

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Free Notary Services at BPL

Did you know that we offer notary services free of charge?

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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 Magazines

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.

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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.

Library Card Application
Library Card Application (Spanish)