Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day Closing
All Bridgeport Public Library locations will be closed Monday, Oct. 9 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, Oct. 10th.
Agenda for September 20, 2023 Regular Library Board Meeting and Public Documents
Online Library

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 Events
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Wednesday, October 4 All Day |
ART EXHIBIT: My Wonderful World of Watercolors by Kenneth Russo.Come to the North Branch Lobby to see a selection of watercolors by local artist (and library user!) Kenneth Russo. Nature and portraits done with delicate details make up this exhibit “My Wonderful World of Watercolors. The display will be up through November 11th. Location: North Branch More info
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Thursday, October 5 All Day |
ART EXHIBIT: My Wonderful World of Watercolors by Kenneth Russo.Come to the North Branch Lobby to see a selection of watercolors by local artist (and library user!) Kenneth Russo. Nature and portraits done with delicate details make up this exhibit “My Wonderful World of Watercolors. The display will be up through November 11th. Location: North Branch More info
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Thursday, October 5 12:30 pm - 1:30 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 12:30-1:30pm. Music Together is provided by the Dunbar Family Resource Center. Location: Newfield Branch Library – Children’s Room More info
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Thursday, October 5 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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Library News
Community Discussion – National Digital Inclusion Week – Friday, October 6, 2023
Bridgeport Public Library is closing the digital divide. Join us for a community discussion with Elaine Braithwaite, City Librarian; Digital Navigators, and other community partners. Friday, October 6 from 9 -11:30am at the Beardsley Branch Library.
Library Lockers available at the Beardsley Branch!
Bridgeport Public 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 new Pickup Locker, situated at the Beardsley Branch and access your materials at your convenience!
Making the switch to Libby is easy!
The original OverDrive app is going away but making the switch to Libby is easy: 1.Download the free Libby app. 2. Find “Bridgeport Public Library” and sign in with your library card number. 3. Read ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more for free! More info
Free Notary Services at all BPL Locations
Did you know that we offer notary services free of charge? For more information call your local library.

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
East Side Branch Library – printer
Newfield Branch Library – printer
North Branch Library - printer