Bristol Public Library

Spring definitely HAS sprung as we approach the April Gardening Discussion Group - Monday, 4/20 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.

Our first jigsaw puzzle competition was a success, so we're doing it again on Tuesday, 5/5 at 2 PM! Fun, casual, social, and refreshments are included. No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Almost time for our historical program featuring the dramatic Amistad story: This Tuesday, 4/7 at 6:30 PM! No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

TinkerCAD instruction returns to the Computer Lab in April! Saturday, 4/18 at 11 AM - learn how to use the free software that makes 3D printer design ideas a reality. No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

This week the Bristol Public Library has 214 new books and one new movie. New items include Phases, Dungeon Crawler Carl, Apple, This Story Might Save Your Life, Unfunny Bunny, London Falling, In Her Own League, Transcription, and Planet Money. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3255…

While we're on the subject: It's never too early to look ahead to the May Coloring Club for Adults! Saturday, 5/2 at 1 PM - No charge, all materials provided or bring your own. RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

The first flowers are starting to bloom, and April Coloring Club for Adults will be here soon! Saturday, 4/18 at 1 PM - No charge, all materials provided or bring your own. RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

If you ever wondered just what's inside a computer but never had the chance to look, this Computer Lab program is for you! Saturday, 5/2 at 1 PM - Learn about hardware, hands-on. No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

The F.X. Schmid company makes some of the most interesting puzzles around, and this is definitely one of them! It will eventually show an image of a pack of wolves, but is itself in the shape of a running wolf. Stop by the puzzle tables and join in this wild creation!

Passport to CT Libraries has begun! Get your passport at our Main or Manross Libraries, then visit other CT libraries to collect passport stamps for the chance to win a $200 gift card! Open to all ages - for more info, visit the Library or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Local author, veteran, and kidney transplant survivor Daniel O'Connell presents "My Quiet War" on Thursday, 4/14 at 6:30 PM. A Q&A and book signing will follow. No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Another historical angle for "America 250" - the plants of Connecticut in 1776! Thursday, 4/30 at 6:30 PM - presented by Master Gardener Susan Eisenhandler. No charge; RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Just before the month ends, check out our fun and informative Women's History Informational BINGO! This Tuesday, 3/31 at 2 PM - no charge. RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Scrabble and the library: A great combo! Join us on Monday, 4/13 at 2 PM for National Scrabble Day! Featuring gameplay, refreshments, and more. No charge: RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

The Bristol Public Libraries will be closed on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 in observance of Good Friday. We will resume regular weekend hours the next day on Saturday, April 4th (8:30 AM-5 PM).

Sound and Movement program with Kelley Gleason returns next month: Tuesday, 4/28 at 6:30 PM! No experience required, ages 18+. See graphic below for more info. No charge, RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

This week the Bristol Public Library has 131 new books and one new movie. New items include Game On, Carl's Doomsday Scenario, The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook, The Gate of the Feral Gods, The Butcher's Masquerade, and The Eye of the Bedlam Bride. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=3255…

Here's a program that provides some interesting context for our Author Luncheon! "Mummies, Myth, and Ritual" - Saturday, 4/11 at 2 PM. No charge, RSVP at the Library, online at bristollib.com, or call 860-584-7787 x 3.

Wondering what's currently in the display case across from the self-checkout station on the first floor? It's a display of local art by Z.E. King! Since it's already been here for a few weeks, make sure to come check it out while it's still around.

Today at the puzzle table: "Everything But the Bears!" The surroundings are done, but the single-colored bears themselves prove to be the final challenge. Can you help bring them to life?