Now Open: Beardsley Branch Library
We are excited to share with our community that our newest library location opened on Saturday, March 18th. The official Grand Opening Day celebration will take place on Saturday, April 22nd!
Online Library

Biblioboard
Enjoy digital books, images, videos and more from libraries, artists, authors and others from your community and around the world.

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.

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.

Data Axle Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA)
Formerly known as ReferenceUSA, Reference Solutions by Data Axle is the leading source for business and residential data in the United States. It helps users of all kinds search for jobs, research U.S. businesses, create marketing and small business plans, locate specific people and more.

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

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

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.

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

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
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!

Universal Class: Learn Anything · Learn Anytime · Learn Anywhere
Instruction on a variety of different topics.
Upcoming Programs
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Thursday, March 23 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
AARP TAX ASSISTANCEFree AARP TAX Assistance at the North Branch Library on Thursday mornings from 10 AM-12 PM. Tax assistance is available by appointment only. Ask at the info desk or call 203- 576 -8113 February 9 -April 13, 2023 AARP counselors assist you with simple, individual CT & Federal tax returns for those with incomes generally under $ 60,000. VITA Tax Assistance is available remotely February 8 – April 5, 2023 Bring your documents, starting February 1, to the Burroughs Community Center ( 203 -334 -0293 , 2470 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport ) and ask for the Sacred Heart University tax preparers . Help is available for simple, individual CT & Federal tax returns for those with income generally under $ 60,000. For more info call the info desk 203- 576- 8113 Location: North Branch Library More info
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Thursday, March 23 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm |
Music TogetherMusic Together is a music and movement class for babies, toddlers and preschoolers with a parent or caregiver. We sing, dance and play musical instruments. Come and join the fun! This program is held in the Children’s Room at the Newfield Branch Library every Thursday from 12:15-1:00pm. Music Together is provided by the Dunbar Family Resource Center. Location: Newfield Branch Library – Children’s Room More info
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Thursday, March 23 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm |
Teen Retro Gaming Fun!Teens, ages 12 -18 years old are invited to play Wii games. Location: East Side Branch Library More info
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Thursday, March 23 4:00 pm - 7:45 pm |
Library News
Beardsley Branch Opens to the Public on March 18th
Save the date ~ Soft Opening: Saturday, March 18th at 10am ~
Congratulations & Happy Retirement!
We wish a very fond farewell to Assistant City Librarian, John Soltis, who is retiring after 38 years with the Bridgeport Public Library!
Bridgeport Public Library is NOW Fine Free!
Stop by at any of our locations to return overdue Bridgeport library materials and all late fines and fees will be removed from your account.
Free Notary Services at the BPL
Did you know that we offer notary services free of charge?
The Williams Doll and Folk Toys Collection
Courtesy of North Branch Children’s Librarian Bina Williams
Wifi to Go! Hotspots
The Library Hotspot Program provides Connecticut public library card holders access to high speed Internet service at home.

Download eBooks and Audiobooks
Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and more – anywhere, anytime through Overdrive. All you need is a library card.

Download Magazines
RBdigital, the world’s largest newstand. Instantly browse the latest issues of your favorite 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.
New Arrivals
Online Library Card Application
Our updated library card application coming up soon.
Print at BPL
BPL Mobile Printing for your laptop, PC, and mobile devices:
Burroughs-Saden Printer
North Branch Printer