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Bristol Clubs and Organizations

For more information about any club or organization in Bristol, please call the library at 860.584.7787

Altrusa International of Bristol, CT., Inc.
www.altrusadistrict1.org

Altrusa International is part of DISTRICT ONE. For more information visit the web site
American Red Cross-
Charter Oak Chapter of Connecticut
209 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT
06032-1911
(860) 678-2700
Dianne Auger, CEO
The American Red Cross Charter Oak Chapter is a non-profit, non-governmental human services organization with offices in Farmington and Waterford, Connecticut. Its lifesaving and emergency preparedness mission is carried out locally by a small, highly skilled professional staff and a corps of nearly 1,000 dedicated volunteers. The Charter Oak Chapter serves 83 communities in Hartford, Litchfield, New London, Tolland and Windham counties and Fishers Island, N.Y. The Charter Oak Chapter provides disaster relief and recovery assistance free of charge. The Charter Oak Chapter is committed to disaster prevention and provides high-quality health and safety programs and services that help individuals, families and organizations prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. The American Red Cross Charter Oak Chapter relies on community donations to support its work.
Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc. (Bristol ARC)
621 Jerome Avenue,
Box 726, Bristol, CT 06011-0726
(860) 582-9102
The Bristol ARC provides vocational and residential services to adults with developmental disabilities. In order to access services at Bristol ARC, an individual must be sixteen (16) years of age and meets the eligibility criteria as determined by the Department of Mental Retardation. Special activities/events include: Special Olympics Recognition picnic and participation in United Way and other community events. Rosemarie Cassin, Executive Director ,

Bristol Area Retired Teachers
432 South Street
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 582-2399.

To maintain and improve the social, economic, and recreational welfare and status of retired educators in the community, state, and nation. Any retired teacher who receives a pension from the state of CT upon approval of the State Teachers Retirement Board of State Employees Commission may become an active member.
Bristol AARP Chapter #3249
P.O. Box 2752
Bristol, CT 06011-2752
(860) 747-9451
A voice for older persons(50 years and older) with federal and state legislators, especially in vital areas of concern. Involved in community service projects, educational, and cooperative endeavors with other community groups. Meetings are second Wednesday each month at 1 PM at St. Joseph Guild Hall, Queen Street, Bristol, CT 06010.

Bristol Auto Club, LTD
www.bristolautoclub.com
To preserve and display automotive history.tkean@network-support.com

Bristol Brass & Wind Ensemble
149 Treble Road
Bristol, CT 06010
A community band that rehearses in Bristol and performs in the greater Bristol area. Our mission is to develop and promote an appreciation for music through public performance. All band instruments and players are welcome; musicians must be middle school age through adult. Contact: Jayne Marra (860) 584-5112;

Bristol Central High School
Athletic Booster Club
480 Wolcott Street
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-7735.
Club Award Scholarships, fund banquets and awards for athletes.
Bristol Choral Society To give those in the community who love to sing an opportunity to do so! Two concerts and $500.00 in scholarship award every year!
Bristol Community Organization, Inc.
55 South Street
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-2725.
Contact name: Mr. Thomas H. Morrow. A private nonprofit community action agency serving the elderly, handicapped, and economically disadvantaged individuals and families. Mission: to eliminate or alleviate the causes and effects of poverty in the Greater Bristol region. Five towns included: Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, and Farmington. BCO works with other agencies and organizations to furnish services and information for those in need. Programs managed by BCO: energy assistance, Head Start, Summer Youth Employment, and training programs. In NOVEMBER BCO holds its annual fund raising auction. Visit: www.bcoinc.org
Bristol Dental Society Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month (September-April). Member CT State Dental Association and American Dental Association.
Bristol Federal Hill Association
www.bristolfederalhill.org
To enhance the quality of life on Federal Hill in Bristol by encouraging the preservation of the character of Federal Hill, promoting a shared sense of neighborhood by local residents, and assisting property owners with appropriate historic preservation.

Bristol Garden Club Contact Linda Keirstead @ 583-3000
*Bristol Genealogical Web Project www.rootsweb.com/~ctcbrist

Contact a genealogist.

Bristol Hospital Breast Cancer Support Group Wellness Center,
842 Clark Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
www.bhwellnessctr.com

Meetings held every 2nd Wednesday at 5:30 PM.
Offers support and sharing of breast cancer experiences.
Open to family, friends, and patients!
Bristol Hospital Cancer Support Group
(860) 585-3884.
Cancer Program Waiting Room, Level E
Meetings held every 3rd Thursday at 4:30 PM.
Offers support and communication of cancer experiences.
Open to family, friends, and patients.
Bristol Lions Club
P.O. Box 1421
Bristol, CT 06010
 http://BristolCT.lionwap.org
Bill Waseleski, President. Meets second and fourth Tuesday September - June at the Bristol Hospital. To provide community services with emphasis on sight and hearing issues. Members are male or female 18 years or older by invitation. Events include: Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast, Valentine's Cabaret, Mum Festival Concessions!
Bristol Lodge of the Elks, BPOE #1010
126 South Street
Bristol, CT
(860)583-3350
Offers youth programs, Veterans support, scholarship for scout troop, Little League team, and soccer team. Special events include: Flag Day ceremonies, soccer shoot and hoop shoot programsTo promote the good work of the order, to help children in need, to recognize outstanding youths, and to promote drug awareness. Any American citizen over the age of 21 may join. David Lemoine, Exalted Ruler.
Bristol Lodge of the Sons of Italy, OSIA #1826
40 South Street, #20
(860)584-2096.
Promotes Italian heritage and supports the Bristol community. Must be of Italian descent or married to an Italian to hold an office, but everyone is invited to join!Meets at St. Anthony Church Hall, School Street the FIRST Tuesday of the month except October & November. Offers Annual Scholarship card party, annual holiday breakfast. Contact: Ann Bartlett, President
Connecticut's Bristol Old Tyme Fiddlers Club
www.cbotfc.org
To promote and preserve the art of old tyme fiddling.
We generally meet on the second Sunday of each month except for July and August at various locations.
Call Gerry Lagace 860-582-1542 for information on becoming a member. We are always looking for more fiddlers.
Bristol Polish American Citizens Club
541 North Main Street
Bristol CT 06010
www.wgby.org/localprograms/polish/orgs.html
Must be 21 years old to join. Special events include: Polish Dances held on Sundays 4-8 PM. Mailing address: P.O. Box 3223, Bristol, CT 06010.
Bristol Regional Environmental Center
Wolcott Road
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 585-8886.
Promotes environmental education and land preservation. Dues yearly: $25.00 for individuals, $50.00 for families. Runs summer camp at the Indian Rock Nature Preserve every summer.

Bristol Symphony Orchestra
P.O. Box 2154
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-1055
Wade H. Horsey II, President and Marshall Brown, Music Director. To provide live symphonic music to local listeners. Volunteers are encouraged to help. Four concerts per season, one children's concert.

Bristol Toastmasters
35 Beckwith Drive,
Plainville, CT 06062
(860) 747-3807
Contact: Randy Paz. Meetings at Bristol Boys & Girls Club 2nd Floor, 105 Laurel Street, Bristol, CT 06010. Members must be 18 years or older. Interests: public speaking, leadership skills, communication, and self improvement. Special events: Annual International Speech Contest (Feb/Mar), Humourous Speech Contest (Sept/Oct), and in JUNE 2005 45th Anniversary of Bristol Toastmasters!
Bristol UNICO
P.O. Box 1823
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 583-4127
www.unico.org
Part of UNICO National
To promote cultural heritage and support local charities.
Members are persons of Italian heritage over the age of 18.
Bristol Woman's Club, Inc. For more information contact: gfwcct@yahoo.com
Family Center
47 Upson Street
 Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 583-1679
kids@familycenter.org
http://familycenter.org
Imagine Nation Museum
1 Pleasant Street
Bristol, CT 06010
582-1480
Contact names:
Renee Dailey--Childcare,
Kerry Walsh-- Recreation
Doreen Stickney--Museum.
To provide a safe and nurturing environment where children and families can reach their highest potentials regardless of race, creed, or financial circumstance.

 

Friends of Bristol Senior Center
240 Stafford Avenue,
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 583-2562
To raise funds for senior citizens. Membership requirements: Dues and Volunteerism.

Greater Bristol Mothers of Multiples
P.O. Box 1453,
Bristol, CT 06010
A support group for mothers of twins, triplets, and higher order multiples. Meets 1st Wednesday of each month (September throught June) 7:30 p.m. at the St John's Episcopal Church 851 Staford Ave, Bristol. Offer family holiday events, adult night out, and play groups.  Contact Tracey at 860 628 9199
Junior Women's Club of Bristol, Inc
.P.O. Box 1345
Bristol, CT 06011-1345
(860) 585-8945
BristolJuniors@att.net
To unite women of Bristol for mutual improvement of the community. Sponsors Annual City-wide spelling bee and the annual soda sale at the Mum parade.

Knights of Columbus, Palos Council #35
P.O. Box 9517
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 589-1379
To unite Catholic men and their families to better the community and mankind, to help Catholic men remain steadfast in their faith through mutual encouragement, and to promote closer ties of fraternity. Members must be Catholic men 18 years and older. Special events: Tootsie roll drive to benefit Mentally Handicapped Citizens.
Le Club Franco American de Bristol
P.O. Box 442 Barlow Street,
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 589-7999
Special events include: annual picnic, children's Christmas party, Monthly steak night, pool/billiards leagues, cribbage league, Karaoke Friday & Saturday nights, and numerous parties/dances.
Main Street Community Foundation
P.O. Box 2702,
10 Main Street, Bristol, CT 06011-2702
(860) 583-6363.
www.mainstreetfoundation.org
To help assure long-term well-being for Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott. Contact: Cheryl Dumont-Smith

MOMS Club of Southington
Vice-President of Membership
17 Westwood Avenue
Plainville, CT 06062


Support group for stay-at-home moms in Bristol, Farmington, Southington, Plainville or New Britain offers playgroups, park dates, field trips, holiday parties, babysitting swaps, Moms Night Out and more. For more information, email southingtonmomsclub@yahoo.com
National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution --Katherine Gaylord Chapter
75 Lancaster Road,
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 589-0097
To promote education and patriotism, and award good citizens yearly. Members must be 18 years+ who can trace ancestry back to an American patriot who fought or aided in the acquisition of independence. Visit

Quota International of Bristol
P.O. Box 121
Bristol, CT 06011-0121.
(860) 584-4718.
Meetings at Clarion Hotel every second and fourth Tuesday. A service group providing support to disadvantaged women and children, individuals with hearing impairments. Scholarship offered.
Dawn Leger, President,
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
55 South Street,
Bristol (860)584-9533
To provide members with volunteer opportunities with non-profit agencies & organizations, such as: hospitals & schools. Members must be over 55 years old and reside in Bristol, Plymouth, Plainville, or Burlington. Special events: recognition luncheon in the spring and tea social in the fall.Contact Patricia Malone
St. Gregory's Rosary Society
Maltby Street,
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 589-2295
Contact Jean Furniss at 583-3008 for more information. The society promotes spiritual and social welfare of the women of the parish while helping those in need. All women members of St. Gregory's Church are invited to join. Dues are $5 and $3 for members over 60 years of age. Meetings once per month September through May. The society sponsors bake sale for scholarships, Christmas party, scholarship supper, Crowning of Mary, and charitable drives.
St. Joseph Polish Society
88 East Main Street,
Forestville, CT 06010
A social organization. Members must be sponsored by a current member. Picnic every summer.

St. Stanislaus Church
510 West Street
Bristol, CT 06010
(860)583-4242
Dozynki--Polish Harvest Festival every September

United Way of West Central Connecticut, Inc.
unitedwaywc@ctunitedway.org
860)582-9559
www.uwwestcentralct.org
The United Way is working together with 28 health and human service agencies to improve the quality of life for people who live and work in the Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth communities! Annual events: golf tournament, United Way Day at Lake Compounce, and Community Builders Reception!
Wallace Barnes Girls Club
Florence Lemieux, President,
18 Main Street
Bristol, CT 06010.
A social club for women employed at and/or retired from Associated Spring-Barnes Group.
Wheeler Regional Family YMCA 
149 Farmington Ave.
Plainville, CT.
(860)793-9631 wheeler.regionalymca@ghymca.org
Open to ALL. Offers programs for adults, teens, children, families, active older adults, and people with special needs. Membership is required. Special events include: Halloween at the "Y" and YMCA Healthy Kids Day. Brian Bergeson, Executive Director.
Women's Service Organization of Bristol, Inc.
Bargain Box
240 Stafford Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 314-1481.
Thrift Shop sales help provide charitable donations to organizations in the community.

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