Bristol Public Library

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Meet us at the park for storytime! On September 9th, we’ll be at Rockwell Park and on September 30th, we’ll be at Page Park. Bring a blanket! Inclement weather moves storytime inside the library. Recommended for all ages. September 9th @ 10:30 AM Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or click here to […]

Looking to practice your Spanish speaking skills? Join this group led by a native speaker. To register call #860-584-7790 or contact Halyna Jacobs at halynajacobs@bristolct.gov

RSVP HERE Blessed Not Bitter: The Barbara McClane Journey Barbara McClane shines a light into her memoir. Blessed Not Bitter: The Barbara McClane Journey is a transparent, inspiring, and hope-giving story of McClane’s life challenges, self-discovery, and the finding of her family after 60 years. The story reveals a person working through the trauma who was ultimately […]

Join Christine and her feathered friends for a special story time at the Manross Library! Christine and her staff at Christine’s Critters work tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured raptors while also providing lifelong care for non-releasable birds of prey and surrendered reptiles here in Connecticut. ​All ages welcome. Please register by visiting, calling […]

RSVP HERE Topics include: how to tell a reputable breeder from a backyard breeder, adoption vs purchase, getting your home ready for a new pet, routine care, diet, basic behavior and training tips, and the long-term commitment involved in pet ownership. There’ll be time for questions, and I’ll have some helpful info sheets to hand […]

Join us for Toddler Storytime featuring rhythm, rhyme, and picture books. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. Mondays and Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM. This eight-week storytime session runs from September 15th through November 5th. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or click here to register online.

Art Explorers introduces kids to a different artist or technique each week, followed by a craft to show off what they’ve learned! Recommended for ages 8+. Mondays @ 6:00 PM. This eight-week storytime session runs from September 15th through November 3rd. Registration is required. Please register in person, by phone, or click here to register online.

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Bristol Public Library and Manross Memorial Library are closed Monday, September 1st for Labor Day. The libraries are open Saturdays 8:30 AM--5:00 PM beginning September 6, 2025 for fall and early winter hours.
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