In the world of music, some voices are so distinctive that they capture the hearts of audiences around the globe. Joe Archambeault, known to many as J.J. Midnight, is one…
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Young scholars throughout the city of Bristol conversed at their school bus stops this morning, showing off their new backpacks and excitedly discussing what memories will be made in the…
Two shows featuring Bristol natives are among those featured in the Rockwell Theater’s fall schedule, its premiere season. Lead singer of the Queen tribute band, “Celebrating Queen,” is Joe Archambeault,…
By Laura Bailey Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz joined Bristol leadership and legislatures at the Carousel Museum on Friday to promote the Connecticut Summer at the Museum program. “This is an…
By Jack Krampitz The Bristol Board of Ed. voted in their June meeting to approve a new policy that gives Bristol residents free admission to all athletic events and drama…
By David Fortier The first celebration of Juneteenth drew over 200 people to the Carousel Museum and included a dramatic reading of General Orders., No. 3, bringing news of the…
Fallen heroes honored on Blues opening night The memories of Lt. Dustin Demonte and Sgt. Alex Hamzy were honored in a pregame ceremony on Muzzy Field during the Bristol Blues…
Bristol’s new Arts and Culture Supervisor was announced by the City of Bristol Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services superintendent Wednesday. Arianna Therriault, a Bristol resident who holds…
The Bristol Chorale will perform a wide variety of music from Broadway at its “Broadway, Classics, and All That Jazz” concert at the Rockwell Theater on Sunday, May 7, at…
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.
Spring Pride Circle on Saturday at Good Shepherd A Spring Pride Circle event, featuring singing, music, food and games for the LGBTQ community and supporters, will be held at Good…
The New England Carousel Museum hosted its inaugural adult board game night, featuring conversation, dancing, and live music from the Al Fenton Big Band. Attendees enjoyed classic and modern games while the band provided a lively atmosphere with jazz renditions. The event highlighted the museum’s commitment to social engagement and flexibility.
The New England Carousel Museum, led by Executive Director Morgan Urgo, focuses on preserving carousel history and engaging the community through diverse programs. Education Manager Katie Bassett has introduced interactive activities for children and adults, fostering connection and nostalgia. The museum strives to cultivate future carousel enthusiasts while preserving memorabilia.
By Laura Bailey The Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS) drama club transported theatergoers to the Pride Lands in their performance of “The Lion King JR” this past weekend….
By Laura Bailey Fans of the 1960s TV show “The Monkees” will remember the catchy song played over the Season 2 end credits. In this generation, in this lovin’ time,…
By Laura Bailey In the early 1960s, David Crosby was working as a folk singer on the coffee-house circuit when he met fellow musicians Jim (Roger) McGuinn and Gene Clark….
By Laura Bailey The art, science and history of Bristol’s clock making industry are encapsulated in the timepieces at the American Clock and Watch Museum. Located in historic Federal Hill,…
In the spring of 1965, a young session musician named Jeff Beck stepped into the role of lead guitar player for the Yardbirds and revolutionized the world of rock n’…
The moon rising over Bristol last night was captivating. Large and exquisitely bright, I felt the need to take a walk up to the top of Federal Hill for a…
Blinded by the light, cut loose like a deuce, another runner in the night. In January of 1973, the world was introduced to a young singer-songwriter from New Jersey named…