A Christmas story about hope
By D Michael Collins This story is about Michele, but it begins with something Emily said about hope. She called hope the thing with feathers. She wrote a poem about…
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Friends Author Luncheon to feature Ann Napolitano, who penned ‘Hello Beautiful’ among other bestsellers
This year’s Bristol Public Library Friends Author Luncheon guest is Ann Napolitano, New York Times bestselling author, it was announced at this year’s author reveal earlier this month. “I believe…
Sing-a-long at Manross this morning, Freedom Fund tickets on sale, Wheeler photo contest deadline is Friday
Manross program features ‘Robert the Guitar Guy’ this morning ‘Robert the Guitar Guy’ will lead a morning program of singing and fund for all ages at F. N. Manross Library…
Documentary from local production company receives 2 Telly Awards for excellence
A documentary film produced locally on homelessness in central Connecticut, “No Way To Live,” received not one but two Telly Awards, it was announced last month. Under the category series-documentary:…
Newly retracked Wildcat roller coaster at Lake Compounce captures old time magic
Editor’s note: Rather than a news report this report comes in the form of personal remembrance as well as facts gathered from responding to a media day invitation from Lake…
Free jazz concert at the Rockwell this Friday evening features 18-piece big band
The Stanley Street Big Band, with its 18-piece orchestra comprised of the area’s best jazz musicians, will be featured at a free concert at the Rockwell Theater on Memorial Boulevard…
Next BRXSTOL presentation is open to all at the library this Saturday
By David Fortier Prior to Saturday’s BRXSTOL event, the originator of the project suggests that audience members take a second look at the trailers. “Look for items, themes, symbols or…
Connecticut Press Club announces state-wide contest for high school students
The Connecticut Press Club is holding a Communications Contest for high school students. Teens statewide are encouraged to enter work in 23 categories, including op-ed columns, blog posts, news and…
The Invisible Empire Comes to Bristol in the 1920s: How the KKK Tried and Failed in The Bell City
Note: This article requires 25 to 35 minutes to read. Enjoy! By Rit Carter Part 1 — Who are You? One hundred years ago today, Bristol residents welcomed clear blue…