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Library Hours | Main:
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 8 pm
Friday & Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday, 2 pm - 5 pm
Avoca Branch: Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 7 pm
Friday, 9 am - 5 pm Saturday, 9 am - 12 Noon Sunday, Closed
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Crochet Club
| Thursday November 5 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Frances E. Kegley Conference Room
Get hooked on the art of crochet!
The club meets on the first Thursday of each month.
We supply a variety of hooks and yarn. Instructions for beginners also available. All skill levels are welcome.
***NOTICE***
The Crochet Club is currently only meeting once a month. |
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Writers' Round Table |
Wednesdays November 4 & 18 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Frances E. Kegley Conference Room
This group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
Come ready to present your writing during the first hour, followed by a session for feedback and participation in smaller breakout groups during the second hour. |
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Thursday
November 5 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Frances E. Kegley Meeting Room
Join Certified Zentangle Teacher, Barbara Holt, to learn and enjoy the Zentangle Method. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.
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Puzzle Swap & Large Piece Build |
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Adult Coloring Hour
| Monday November 9 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Frances E. Kegley Conference Room
Join us on the second Monday of each month!
Immerse yourself in the relaxing world of coloring to rejuvenate your mind and express your creativity. All supplies will be provided. |
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BPL Photography Club |
Thursday November 19 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room
**CALLING ALL SHUTTERBUGS!**
This casual meet-up group is open to all skill levels, from smartphone snappers to professionals. The group meets on the third Thursday of every month in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room on the upper level.
Chris Duncan and Earl Neikrk will join us to talk about the Friends of Steele Creek Annual Photography Contest and what judges are looking for in award winning photos. |
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Virtual Author Talk with Mindy Quigley |
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Hours
Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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PowerPoint |
Tuesdays November 10 - December 22 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
In this class you will explore PowerPoint to create presentations, flyers and more. |
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Monday
November 23 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Bring your own project or start a new one. All levels of experience are welcome and materials are provided. |
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Senior Planet |
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Wednesdays
September 16 - January 27 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
This PC-based course expands on the concepts and skills taught in Computer Basics and explores the internet as an everyday resource. You’ll improve your research skills; explore more email features; use Google Drive, Photos, and Docs; and go over how to stay safe online. You’ll also learn how the internet can be a great source for entertainment, health information, and more! This course is a good opportunity to expand your ability to use computers to improve and enrich your daily life. |
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Digital Skills for Managing Your Health |
Wednesdays November 18 - January 20 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Use tech to stay on top of your health, Learn how to use digital tools to save money, make appointments, and more!
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The Friends of the Library hosts BINGO on the
2nd Thursday of every month! |
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Nevermore
| Tuesdays | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Frances E. Kegley
Conference Room
This freeform book club discusses a variety of titles each week.
Socializing: 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Book reviews:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join in-person or via Zoom. |
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BPL Book Club |
3rd Tuesday | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Frances E. Kegley Conference Room
Meeting on the third Tuesday of each month this group shares in reading and discussing the same book.
This month's title:
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Radio Bristol |
4th Thursday | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 100.1 FM WBCM-LP Radio Bristol
Radio Bristol Book Club is a joint venture between the Bristol Public Library and The Birthplace of Country Music Museum.
Tune in live at noon on the fourth Thursday of each month or listen online here.
This month's Radio Bristol will air at noon on November 19, as the Thanksgiving holiday falls on the fourth Thursday.
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Storytime for Toddlers and Preschool-age |
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Mondays
11:30 am
Themes: November 2 - Soup's On!
November 9 - Fire Safety with BR VA Fire Dept-Fire Truck! November 16 - Turkey Time! November 23 - Family November 30 - Elf Yourslef! |
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Tuesdays
10:00 am
Themes: November 3 - CLOSED
November 10 - Fire Safety with BR VA Fire Dept-Fire Truck! November 17 - Turkey Time! November 24 - Family |
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After-school Drop In
| TuesdayNovember 17 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
After-school friends can drop in to make a turkey pot holder! |
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8 - 12 Year Old Book Club |
WednesdayNovember 18 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Sneak Peek of Bristol Ballet's Nutcracker |
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19th Annual Winter Tree Parade |
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Nature Story Circle at Steele Creek Park |
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Art Club - Mini Sculptures |
Thursday November 5 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
At Art Club, try out a different fun art medium or technique each meeting! This month, we’re making mini sculptures using air dry clay.
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Our teen LGBTQ+ group meets twice monthly, with a special activity and a planning & discussion group. LGBTQ+ teens and allies are invited to come socialize, learn, and have fun!
| Planning Meeting: Thursday November 5
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us to choose and plan futrure LGBTeens events.
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Friendsgiving: Thursday November 12
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Celebrate the Thanksgiving season with activities and a potluck meal shared with friends. |
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Dungeons & Dragons |
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We now have THREE D&D groups!
We have three D&D groups: two Saturday groups and a Monday group; all require registration. All groups are currently full, but you can join the wait list and be notified when a spot opens up. Let us know if you’d like to join by emailing amandaa@bristol-library.org, calling 276-821-6192, or stopping by the Teen Space.
"Shifting Souls" Saturday 12 pm Group:
Saturdays November 7, 14, & 21 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm This group meets most Saturdays to play one ongoing campaign.
“Chaos Crew” Saturday 3 pm Group: Saturdays November 7, 14, & 21
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm This group meets most Saturdays and rotates through a few different campaigns led by different DMs.
"Fey Folk" Monday Group:
Mondays November 9 & 23 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm This group meets two Mondays a month to play one ongoing campaign. |
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Wednesdays
November 4 & 18 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hang out and play video games and board games!
On November 4, join us to play the social deduction game Mafia from 5-6 pm. On November 18, we’ll hold our monthly tournament; this month we’re playing Friday Night Funkin’. |
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Kumihimo Bracelets |
Thursday November 12 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Weave your own colorful friendship bracelets using embroidery thread and a round loom. |
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Thursday
November 19 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Cook & Book Group – Star Splitter & Pancakes:
Join us to read from Star Splitter by Matthew J. Kirby, a science fiction thriller about a teen girl who wakes from what is supposed to be a routine teleportation to meet her parents in orbit around a distant, desolate planet--to find herself in an empty lander crashed on the planet’s surface. We'll read aloud and discuss the book, and make pancakes to enjoy.
No reading in advance is required, and participants will get a free copy of the book to keep at the end of the program. |
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Knitwits Fiber Arts Group |
Thursday November 19 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Get crafty at a meeting of our fiber arts group! Learn the basics of knitting or crochet, or bring your fiber or sewing projects to work on and hang out! |
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Board Game Club |
Tuesday November 24 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Play board and card games and enjoy snacks! Choose from our variety of games or bring your favorites to share.
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Stories & Crafts for School-age Children |
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Wednesdays
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Themes:
November 4 - Soup's On! November 11 - CLOSED November 18 - Turkey Time! November 25 - CLOSING at NOON |
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Foam Hedgehog Fridge Magnets |
Thursday November 5 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Use a craft kit of foam peel and stick cutouts to desgin a fall-themed hedgehog magnet. |
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Tuesday
November 10 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We're reading and discussing Six Feet Deep Dish by Mindy Quigley.
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Cloth Leaf Bowls |
Thursday November 12 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Make a small jewelry/key bowl using cloth leaves, a balloon, and Mod Podge. |
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Owl Ornaments |
Wednesday November 18 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Create a wooden owl ornament using a small wood slice along with different craft supplies.
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Thursday
November 19 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Bring your own project or start a new one. All levels of experience are welcome and materials are provided. |
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Meetings
| Regular meetings are held on the first Monday of each month.
The next meeting will be on Monday, November 2, at 5:00 pm.
We'll be discussing any next steps to help us keep our library open as well as any plans for the month of December.
We hope to see you there! |
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Monday
November 16 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Play board and card games and enjoy snacks! Choose from our variety of games or bring your favorites to share.
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FICTION
Armstrong, Jess The Lost Souls of Saint Oda’s (Ruby Vaughn)
Baldacci, David All In (6:20 Man)
Battles, Brett Stuart Woods’ Hostile Intent
Borgos, Bruce The Riddle Maker (Beck Porter)
Bowen, Rhys To Crown It All (Royal Spyness)
Boyd, William Cold Sunset (Gabriel Dax)
Bradley, Alan Numb Were the Beadsman’s Fingers (Flavia de Luce)
Coble, Colleen She Will End This
Cussler, Dirk Clive Cussler Obsidian Sky (Dirk Pitt)
Deaver, Jeffery The Collateral Heart (Lincoln Rhyme)
Estep, Jennifer Queen of Foxes
Evanovich, Janet Split Second (Stephanie Plum)
Finch, Charles Midnight in the House of Commons (Charles Lenox)
Graham, Heather Destiny Rising
Greenwood, Kerry Murder in the Cathedral (Phryne Fisher)
Griffiths, Elly The Killing Time (Ali Dawson)
Hamilton, Laurell K. A Glimmer of Death (Merry Gentry)
Harkaway, Nick The Taper Man (John Le Carre’s Circus)
Jance, J.A. The Taken Ones (Beaumont)
Jensen, Danielle L. Defy the Dusk
Johnson, Craig Have Courage: Longmire Stories
Klune, TJ Murmuration
Krempholtz, Emily Prudence Marsh Is Not a Nobody Anymore
Lupica, Mike Robert B. Parker’s Framed (Spenser)
Margolin, Phillip Conspiracy Theory
McFadden, Freida The Gift (short story)
Paretsky, Sara Bad Company
Patterson, James The Murder Trial
Peterson, Tracie Devoted to Love
Rankin, Ian The Heights
Roberts, Nora Birth of the Witch (Coven of Three)
Scalzi, John Monsters of Ohio
Score, Lucy Heist Before Christmas (Riley Thorn)
Shaara, Jeff The Unfinished Work: A Novel of Abraham Lincoln
Steel, Danielle Celebration
Williams, Niall O Now!
Woodward, M.P. Tom Clancy the Coldest War (Jack Ryan)
Wrobel, Stephanie Revenge Plot
Yarros, Rebecca Peculiar Stars
NONFICTION
Burton, LeVar Take My Word for It: A Memoir
Cameron, Julia Blasting Through Blocks: An Artist’s Way Guide to Unleashing Your Inner Creativity
Dench, Judi Is It Too Late to Make a Run for It?
Gleick, James The Telephone: A New History
Greene, Robert The Law of the Sublime
Hansen, James R. Solo and Together: Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh, an Enigmatic Life and Marriage
Hoffman, Dustin Look at Me
Lembke, Anna Radical Surrender: Letting Go in a World Addicted to Control
Sinise, Gary Graceful Warrior: The True Story of a Son, a Father, and a Family Who Carried Each Other Through
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