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Bristol Notes / Special Events

Bristol Chorale - The American Sound
A Summer Sesson
July 16, 18, 21, 23, 25 - 7pm-9pm


3rd Annual DK Movement Cares
5K Run/Walk @ Bridge Community Church
Saturday August 23rd


Bristol Auto Club Cruise Nights
10 Main St - 3 to 7pm
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday Nites


2025 BrewFest Returns!!
Muzzy Field on September 5 & 6
Headlined by The Dave Matthews Tribute Band


2025 Mum Festival
'Where All Hearts Connect'
September 26, 27 & 28, 2025


2025 Mum-A-Thon Road Race, 56th Annual
Sunday October 19th, 2025, 10 AM
2025 Online Registration Starts Now
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Wasabibon - Bonnie Zemantic
Bonnie likes to experiment with different mediums
such as markers, paint, and
colored pencils. She enjoys drawing
portraits and animals and tends to
draw whimsically with vibrant colors

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The Junk General LLC
We offer junk removal, demolition,
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call today to book your fall clean ups
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Dress for the mess, make art, be happy
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Funk Funeral Home
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Serving the Bristol Community
Since 1865 - (860)583-4107

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2025 Slide Shows | All Shows ....
Farmers Market
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Bristol Auto Club Cruise Nite
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Family Fun Day
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Memorial Day/Walk Down Boulevard
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Forestville Memorial Parade
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Pine Lake Kids Fishing Derby
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17th Duck Race
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Rockwell Park Fishing Derby
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Perry Spinelli Fishing Derby (74rd)
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Two Lights for Tomorrow
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Shamrock Run (22nd)
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2024 Slide Shows | All Shows ....
Bristol Carol Sing
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Holiday Showcase of Stars
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Turkey BC vs BE Football
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Mum-a-Thon (55th)
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North Main St Auto Show
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Rockwell Park Concert
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Color & Water by Ashley Lodovico
My art explores my understanding
of the visual human experiences joined with
the pure beauty of the surrounding world

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all over the State of Ct 860-351-3013

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Bristol News/Informational Alert(s):


Hydrant Flushing | On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the Bristol Water and Sewer Department will continue our 2025 hydrant flushing season. The following areas may be affected: Hull Street, Buckingham Street, Hillside Avenue, 282 South Street, Cawley Street, Tuttle Street, Emily Lane, Wilcox Street, East Road, Father Crudele Dr., Ridge Road, Downs Street, and some of the surrounding areas. We will continue flushing this area until the next area is posted.


Today's Local/State/National News | View All News ....

Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Grouped by Source
• Police Blotter: 7.11.2025 (6) Br Police

• Water and Sewer Department announces emergency construction on 6 Street for Wed..... (11) TBE
• The federal child tax credit is changing. Here’s what it means for your family (3) TBE
• Democrats to endorse newcomer Steven Seymour as 3rd District candidate at Tuesd..... (2) TBE
• City meetings on today’s calendar: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 (1) TBE

• Historical Society - Bristol Preserved - July 15 - George Glahn (4) BHS

• United Way regions join forces, aim to expand services (5) BP
• Caminiti portrait proves popular at Camp Pendleton (3) BP
• Bristol Historical Society holding ‘Christmas in July’ sale (3) BP
• Lake Compounce holding auditions for ‘scare actors’ (2) BP
• Bristol author helps kids understand parents’ emotions in new children's book (0) BP
• Blues score season-high 14 runs in win at Martha’s Vineyard (0) BP


Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Grouped by Source
• Police Blotter: 7.10.2025 (16) Br Police

• NOTICE OF DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS (16) TBE
• Good morning, Bristol! Tuesday, July 15, 2025 (7) TBE
• Hydrant flushing to continue in West Street, South Street areas (4) TBE
• CT Supreme Court upholds most of PURA decision in Aquarion rate case (3) TBE
• Boys & Girls Club to host Southern style fish fry fundraiser (2) TBE
• Governor Lamont activates extreme hot weather protocol beginning this afternoon..... (1) TBE
• City meeting calendar: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 (0) TBE

• Historical Society - Bristol Preserved - July 14 - William Malvetz (4) BHS

• St. Paul grad, UConn's Daniels selected by Twins in 11th round of MLB Draft (13) BP
• More than hot dogs: Steve’s Top Dog expands from yellow truck into smokehouse &..... (5) BP
• Steven Seymour running for Third District City Council seat (2) BP
• Red Cross facing ‘emergency’ blood shortage, calls for help (2) BP
• BATTLING BLUES: Big third inning backs strong start from Pazdera as Blues edge ..... (1) BP

• Fluoride will stay in CT water regardless of RFK Jr.’s plan. Here’s why (7) HC

• 1,300 CT power outages reported as storm knocks down tree limbs, officials say (4) CTPost


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Current Events | Full Calendar - View All Events ....

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
• Spanish Chat Group
• The Coding Crew
• Once Upon a Song
• Level Up for Kindergarten
• Soap Making
• City Meeting: Board of Park Commissioners - Policy & Strategy Committee
• City Meeting: Board of Park Commissioners - Fund Development Committee
• City Meeting: Board of Park Commissioners - Finance Committee Meeting
• City Meeting: Salary Committee
• City Meeting: Board of Park Commissioners
• Bristol Walks - Veterans Memorial Blvd

Thursday, July 17, 2025
• Champions for Youth Golf Tournament 2025
• City Meeting: Commission on Aging
• City Meeting: Citation Appeals Hearing
• City Meeting: Board of Public Works
• City Meeting: Energy Commission
• Dillon--Mascot for Hartford Athletic Soccer Club!
• Gizmo's PAWESOME Guide to Mental Health Read-Aloud (Ages 5+)
• Invent the Summer: An Engineering Workshop
• Summer Story Time ~ Drop In
• Tunes and Tales of Connecticut
• Character Club

Friday, July 18, 2025
• Tween Hangout: Fidget Spinner Toy
• Movie Friday @ the Library!
• Pinterest-Inspired Toddler Activities
• Pinkalicious Author Victoria Kann
• Meet Victoria Kann, Author of the Pinkalicious Series!

Saturday, July 19, 2025
• Bristol Tag Sale @ Bristol Blossoms
• Christmas in July @ Bristol Historical Society
• Bristol Auto Club - Cruise Nights 2025

Sunday, July 20, 2025
• Whimsy & Wood Flowers @The Bristol Bazaar
• Girls 10-12 years old 2025 Eastern Regionals Softball Tournament in Bristol CT.
• WorthWhile Reads - HUGE BOOK SALE

Monday, July 21, 2025
• Bristol Chorale - The American Sound
• Lifesize Board Game Club: PAC-MAN
• Toddler Time
• Meet the Author--JANICE HECHTNER
• Science Heroes EXPLODE at the Library!

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
• Pete the Cat Show with Al DeCant, the Singing Principal!
• City Meeting: Board of Finance
• City Meeting: Transportation Commission
• City Meeting: Diversity Council
• Graphic Novel Club: Scott Pilgrim
• Level up with CREATIVE GIRL MOBILE STUDIO'S
• ImagineNation Live Animal Visit
• Create Your Own WordPress Website Workshop
• Create! ~Drop In~
• Rockin' Out at Rockwell Summer Concert Series
• Summer Art Camp @ Bristol Bazaar

Wednesday, July 23, 2025
• Bristol Walks - Pigeon Hill Preserve
• Level Up for Kindergarten
• Ladies Night: Christmas in July Craft & Party
• Bristol Blues Baseball Players visit the Library to READ TO YOU!
• Game On: VIDEO GAME CLUB
• Afternoon Movie: My Penguin Friend (2024) PG
• City Meeting: Historic District Commission
• City Meeting: Fire Station 3 Building Committee
• City Meeting: Fair Rent Commission
• Summer Gambits: CHESS CLUB
The Bristol Bazaar
An indoor makers market that is open
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