Bristol Events Calendar, May 15–21
Monday, May 15 Diabetes Support and Education Group Series. 1 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Tuesday, May 16 My Dearest Darling with Author Lisa Franco. 6 p.m. at the…
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Kern Park renovations will revitalize the Ivy Drive neighborhood gem
The city of Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services department released their phase 1 plans for the design and renovation of Kern Park last week during a presentation at Ivy…
Bristol Events Calendar, May 8-14
Monday, May 8 Diabetes Support and Education Group Series. 1 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Tuesday, May 9 Manross Book Bites: The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie…
Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz visits West End to commemorate state grant for Route 72 improvement project
By Laura Bailey Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz visited Bristol’s West End neighborhood on Friday to commemorate the city’s receipt of a $6.85 million CIF grant for the Route 72 Corridor…
Lifelong Bristol resident Mark Dickau announces candidacy for Bristol City Council on Democratic ticket
Lifelong Bristol resident Mark Dickau recently announced his intent to run for Bristol City Council’s Third District as a Democrat through a social media post. “I will strive to make…
Bristol’s first official public Juneteenth celebration to be hosted by Carousel Museum
The Carousel Museum in Bristol will host its first public Juneteenth celebration on June 19, featuring a proclamation reading by a local NAACP official. The event, called a Freedom Day Celebration, aims to educate the community about Juneteenth’s significance and includes live entertainment, food vendors, and activities for children.
Bristol Events Calendar, May 1-7
Monday, May 1 No Events Scheduled Tuesday, May 2 The 22 Annual Wonder of Women (WOW) Event. 5:30 p.m. at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville Karaoke with DJ Gags….
Brian’s Angels sees increase in demand for services
By Laura Bailey Before Brian’s Angels opened their doors on Wednesday afternoon, dozens of people experiencing food insecurity and homelessness were lining up to receive the comfort, food and temporary…
Bristol Events Calendar, April 24 – April 30
Monday, April 24 Diabetes Support and Education Group Series. 1 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Monthly Meeting of the Republican Town Committee. 7 p.m. at Lunas Banquet Committee Tuesday,…
Bristol Public Schools and KultureCity unveil new sensory room at Ivy Drive School
Representatives of Bristol Public Schools, KultureCity and state officials gathered at Ivy Drive School on Wednesday to unveil the first school-based sensory room in the Northeast. “The beautiful sensory room…
Bristol Events Calendar, April 17 – April 23
Monday, April 17 Diabetes Support and Education Group Series. 1 p.m. at the Bristol Public Library Tuesday, April 18 Manross Book Bites: The Nature of Fragile Things by Susa Meissner….
Free COVID-19 vaccines and health screenings available through May
Bristol residents will have several opportunities to receive free COVID-19 vaccines and health screenings throughout the months of April and May. The free vaccines and screenings are being made available…
Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz visits Bakery on Maple which is embarking on a new venture with new state funding
By Laura Bailey When Erika Stirk was attending Culinary School at Bristol Technical Education Center, she dreamed of owning her own bakery. More than 15 years later, the Bristol resident’s…
Events Calendar, April 10 – April 16
Monday, April 10 No Events Scheduled Tuesday, April 11 Manross Book Bites: The Nature of Fragile Things by Susa Meissner. 1:30 p.m. at the Manross Library BYOC: Bring Your Own…
Bristol Events Calendar, April 3 – April 9
Monday, April 3 No Events Scheduled Tuesday, April 4 Manross Movie: Phantom of the Open. 2 p.m. at the Manross Public Library Karaoke with DJ Gags. 8:30 p.m. Bristol Sports…
Bristol’s hometown hero Donovan Clingan to play in Final Four
Photo essay by Laura Bailey Millions of basketball fans will tune in around the country on Saturday night to watch the 4th-seeded UConn Huskies (29-8) take on the 5th-seeded Miami…
Bristol Water & Sewer Department to perform emergency construction on 2nd Street
The Bristol Water and Sewer Department announced that they will be performing water main maintenance on Tuesday, March 28. Weather Permitting, construction to replace the fire hydrant at the end…
Annual Perry J. Spinelli Fishing Derby to be held at Page Park
The City of Bristol Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services (BPRYCS) announced that they will host the 72nd Annual Perry J. Spinelli Fishing Derby on Saturday, April 29, at…
Bristol Events Calendar, March 27 – April 2
Monday, March 27 No Events Scheduled Tuesday, March 28 The Everything Expo. 2 – 7 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel BYOC: Bring Your Own Craft Night Spring Chicken….
Rasmussen-Tuller announces candidacy for Bristol City Council
Local business owner Andrew Rasmussen-Tuller announced his intent to run for Bristol City Council District 1 through a social media post Saturday. Rasmussen-Tuller will join local business owner Scott Rosada,…