The Bexley Public Library will be closed on December 24th and 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday.
NOTICE: The library's elevator is currently out of order. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Celebrate BPL's centennial by reading some of the best books from the past 100 years. Join us to discuss the 1996 literary phenomenon Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding!
Celebrate BPL's centennial by reading some of the best books from the past 100 years. Join us for a lively discussion as we delve into Helen Fielding's iconic novel, Bridget Jones's Diary. This groundbreaking book redefined modern women's literature by portraying women as beautifully flawed yet complete human beings. Discover how Bridget's candid, humorous, and relatable journey influenced a generation of readers and reshaped the portrayal of women in fiction.
Check out BPL's quarterly program guide and website for additional meeting dates and times to join us on a monthly journey to explore classics from each decade.
More about Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding:
Bridget Jones takes readers on a tour of a hilarious year-in-the-life of a confused thirty-something singleton who would have all the answers if she could just lose seven pounds, stop smoking, and attain inner poise.
Bexley Public Library was founded in 1924 and first housed in Bexley High School, now Montrose Elementary School. The present building opened in 1929 and was designed by architects O.C. Miller and R.R. Reeves who drew upon French and Italian architecture from the 17th century for the design.
The library is located at 2411 East Main Street, at the intersection of East Main Street and Cassady Avenue. Parking is available in our parking lot on Euclaire Avenue and in front of the library on Main Street. Main Street is a No Parking Tow Zone from 4:00-6:00 p.m. weekdays.