Summer Reading 2024
Join the 2024 Summer Reading Program to receive great prizes, attend fun events, and enjoy books of your choosing! More info
July 17, 2024 Regular Library Board Meeting and Public Documents
Online Library
AtoZdatabases
AtoZdatabases is the Premier Job Search, Reference & Mailing List Database including 30 million business & executive profiles & 245 million residents.
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.
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.
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
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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Saturday, July 27 11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
 Book Buddies StorytimeJoin us for a weekly Saturday morning storytime where we’ll read stories, sing songs, learn new rhymes, and make a simple craft at the end! Ages 2-6. Location: Beardsley Branch Library More info
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Saturday, July 27 2:00 pm - 4:00 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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Saturday, July 27 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
 PROJECT: CRE@T3Tweens and Teens! Like to write? Like to draw? Want to practice and get better? Join us as we explore creative writing and drawing techniques at Black Rock Library. We every other Saturday. Lite refreshments served. Registration preferred. For more info, or to register, call 203-576-7025 or email Ms. Shauna at sneale@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org. Location: Black Rock Branch, Bridgeport Public Library More info
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Saturday, July 27 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
 Podcast Studio Orientation at Beardsley BranchExcited for podcasting at the library? Join us for an introductory orientation to podcasting where you will learn the first steps to using the equipment to begin your foray into the world of podcasting! This orientation is a pre-requisite requirement to be able to reserve our podcasting studios. Location: Beardsley Branch Library More info
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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
BPL Studios at Bridgeport Public Library 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. BPL Studios aim to amplify diverse perspectives, strengthen community bonds, and enrich the public library experience as a hub for innovation and self-expression.
Summer Reading 2024
Summer reading starts June 15th! Children, teens, and adults, participate in BPL’s Summer Reading Program (June 15 – August 10), attend some fun library events this summer, read and win prizes! Read More…
Library Lockers at 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
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