Bristol Public Library

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We are an active library with a full range of print materials, audiobooks, eBooks, DVDs, CDs, museum passes, digital resources and programming for adults, young adults and children.

It's almost time for our June Sound & Movement program: this Tuesday, 6/23 at 6:30 PM! No charge; RSVP at the Library, o...
06/21/2026

It's almost time for our June Sound & Movement program: this Tuesday, 6/23 at 6:30 PM! No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Bristol Public Library tent at the Farmers Market! It was nice to see you all on s...
06/20/2026

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Bristol Public Library tent at the Farmers Market! It was nice to see you all on such a beautiful day. See you next month. We’ll be there on July 11th!

Looking ahead to the July Gardening Discussion Group: Monday, 7/20 at 6:30 PM! Featuring the usual discussion, raffle, t...
06/19/2026

Looking ahead to the July Gardening Discussion Group: Monday, 7/20 at 6:30 PM! Featuring the usual discussion, raffle, take-home resources. No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Honor Juneteenth through stories that educate, inspire, and commemorate. Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the Unit...
06/19/2026

Honor Juneteenth through stories that educate, inspire, and commemorate. Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the United States and serves as an opportunity to reflect on African American history and experiences. hoopla's African American History collection features powerful nonfiction works alongside thought-provoking novels that explore resilience, freedom, culture, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. Whether you're looking to learn more about the past or discover compelling new voices, this collection offers meaningful reading for all ages. Explore hoopla's African American History collection with your Bristol Public Library card and discover titles that commemorate Juneteenth and celebrate African American history: https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/juneteenth-2025-african-american-history/13138?

Your flower correspondent had to step slightly around the corner of the Library to find something new and interesting th...
06/19/2026

Your flower correspondent had to step slightly around the corner of the Library to find something new and interesting this time: the hydrangea down and to the right of the main entrance is in almost full bloom!

It's almost time for another Friends of the Bristol Public Library Mini-Sale in the lobbies of the Main and Manross Libr...
06/18/2026

It's almost time for another Friends of the Bristol Public Library Mini-Sale in the lobbies of the Main and Manross Libraries! Monday, 6/22 to Tuesday, 6/30 during regular hours, featuring a wide variety of items for all ages that are frequently refreshed as you buy. Plus, a half-price sale on the final two days!

Looking for a smarter way to reach potential customers? AtoZdatabases includes advanced filtering tools that allow users...
06/17/2026

Looking for a smarter way to reach potential customers? AtoZdatabases includes advanced filtering tools that allow users to build highly targeted mailing lists using criteria such as location, home ownership, income ranges, and more. Whether you're a small business owner, nonprofit organizer, or entrepreneur, these powerful research tools can help you identify and connect with the audience you're trying to reach. Log in with your Bristol Public Library card through the library's homepage at www.bristollib.com to access AtoZdatabases for free.

Summer hours are here! This Saturday, 6/20/26, will be the first closed Saturday of the season. The Saturday before Labo...
06/17/2026

Summer hours are here! This Saturday, 6/20/26, will be the first closed Saturday of the season. The Saturday before Labor Day will be the last. Otherwise, the Main and Manross Libraries remain open 8:30-8 Monday-Thursday and 8:30-5 on Fridays as usual.

There hasn't been as much puzzling going on lately, but in just the past week things have really picked up at the tables...
06/17/2026

There hasn't been as much puzzling going on lately, but in just the past week things have really picked up at the tables! This will eventually be a summery seaside scene with a lighthouse view, but for now all we've got is a border...and a single butterfly.

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Bristol, CT
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Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 8pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
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