Bristol Public Library patrons have access to a new digital resource, The Palace Project app. The Palace Project app offers effortless access to more of the library’s digital collections of ebooks and audiobooks in one easy-to-use app. Patrons in Connecticut can access the Palace Project app on their preferred mobile device or tablet via download […]
Bristol Public Library is pleased to announce that a new database platform is now available to the public: AtoZ Databases. AtoZ Databases aggregates data from public records, annual reports, and directories to provide: Business & Executive Profiles: Information on over 30 million U.S. businesses, including industry details, sales volume, and executive contact information. Residential Listings: […]
The Bristol Public Library is happy to announce that it is now offering a new museum pass for our patrons. The Lyman Allyn Art Museum has donated two passes good for free admission and 10% off at the museum shop for library patrons and families (up to six people per pass). The museum pass may […]
The Bristol Public Library is excited to offer its patrons free “Wowbrary” email alerts that showcase the library’s newest items and programs each week. The alerts feature the latest bestsellers, movies, music CDs, audio books, children’s titles, library news and programs at both Bristol Public Library and Manross Memorial Library. The alerts help those interested […]
To kick off National Library Card Sign-up Month, the Bristol Public Library is excited to unveil a new design for our library cards. If you have been considering signing up for a library card, now is the time to stop in and get what is sure to be the best-looking card in your wallet! If […]
Congratulations to the Friends of the Bristol Public Library on being chosen for the 2025 Community Service Award presented annually by the Bristol Historical Society! The Friends support the library’s mission through the volunteer work, fundraising, maintaining the library cafe, support of library programs and so much more! Bristol’s libraries are fortunate to have such […]
Bristol Public Library and Manross Memorial Library are open Saturdays 8:30 AM — 5:00 PM beginning September 6, 2025. The library schedule for Fall and Early Winter (September 6, 2025-January 4, 2026) is: Monday: 8:30 AM–8:00 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM–8:00 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM–8:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM–8:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Saturday: 8:30 […]
The Bristol Public Library and Manross Memorial Library are excited to offer Kanopy to our community! This expertly curated collection of narrative and documentary videos—which includes both films and television content from at home and around the world—is now available for streaming to Bristol cardholders at no cost. Get access to thousands of films. All […]
The Friends’ 2025 Author Luncheon tickets have sold out, but the Friends continue to take a waiting list. Tickets typically become available as we get closer to the event and ticket holders’ plans change. To be placed on the waiting list, please contact Rose Ann Chatfield at 860.378.7769. Please do not send ticket orders by […]
Now that spring has officially sprung, the Bristol Public Library will switch to springtime hours. Springtime hours begin on Monday, March 24, 2025. Please note: The start of springtime hours mean that March 23 is the last Sunday the Library will be open in 2025. Please see below: Springtime Schedule: Monday — Thursday: 8:30 AM–8:00 […]