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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 | LIBRARY NEWS |
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UPCOMING CLOSURES
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Big Read
| Andrew Finn Magill | Thursday, October 10 6:00 pm
J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room
Join us for a highly entertaining comparison of Scottish, Irish, and Appalachian fiddling styles with a spooky twist. |
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Andrew Finn Magill is an award-winning multi-genre fiddler/violinist and composer who has been featured on PBS, NPR, and TEDx. Magill is a Fulbright fellow, North Carolina Arts Council fellow, and 2024 finalist for the prestigious Seifert Competition for jazz violin in Krakow, Poland. He is signed to Ropeadope Records on which he has released three albums and tours the world as a bandleader and sideman in several genres.
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Big Read
| Ron Rash Zoom | Saturday, October 19 2:00 pm
J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room
Ron Rash will join us for a virtual discussion about his book Burning Bright and his work and inspiration as an Appalachian author.
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Big Read |
Sharon Suskin: Book Launch | Saturday, October 26 2:00 pm
J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room
Inspired by true events, this debut novel deals with domestic abuse in Appalachia in the early 1900s.
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TriPride Event
| Between Mountains and Margins: Stories from Gay Appalachians | Saturday, October 5
J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room
Doors open at 12:30 pm with a brief opening reception. Presentation at 1:00 pm. | |
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Class |
 | Attached at the Heart Parenting Class |
Thursday, October 17 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Frances E. Kegley Conference Room |
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Club
|  | Crochet Club |
Monday, October 21 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Frances E. Kegley Conference Room
Get hooked on the art of crochet in our monthly club!
All skill levels are welcome.
We will have yarn, hooks, and other supplies available for use during the meetings. If you are experienced and would like to bring projects you are are working on, please feel free to do so. |
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Parenting Sweet Book Club | Thursday, October 24 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Frances E. Kegley Conference Room |
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Big Read |
 | Explore Your Roots |
Monday, October 28 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room
Learn ways to research family history using free resources available through the library. |
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Class
| Internet Basics | Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
This class series is a perfect introduction to navigating websites, using search engines, Internet privacy, and security. | |
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Creative Arts |
Embroidery Meetup | Monday, October 7 Monday, October 28
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm | Bring your embroidery project or learn the basics. Share tips, tricks, and your projects with others. | |
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Cellphones & Tablets | Fridays 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
We will explore mobile phones and tablets in this series. Each week covers a different topic. Both Android and Apple products are welcome. | |
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Avoiding Online Scams | Thursday, October 10 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
October is Cybersecurity Month! In this class, you will see how fraudsters set up scams, recognize scams, and what to do if you think you have been scammed. | |
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Glowforge Workshop
| Laser-Cut Jewelry | Tuesday, October 15, 4:00 pm Tuesday, October 15, 5:30 pm
Thursday, October 24, 4:00 pm Thursday, October 24, 5:30 pm
Use the Glowforge laser cutter to create unique jewelry from wood, acrylic or leather. Participants should be comfortable using computers.
$5 per person. Reservations required -
call 276-645-8790 or email jcc@bristol-library.org.
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY | |
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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 J. Henry Kegley
Meeting Room
Meeting on the third Tuesday of each month this group shares in reading and discussing the same book.
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Radio Bristol |
3rd 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 third Thursday of each month or listen online here.
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Storytime
| Mondays | 11:30 am
Themes
Oct. 7: Owls Oct. 14: CLOSED - Columbus Day
Oct. 21: Pumpkins Oct. 28: Halloween Party! |  |
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Storytime
| Tuesdays | 10:00 am
Themes
Oct. 1: Fall Oct. 8: Owls
Oct. 15: Spiders Oct. 22: Pumpkins Oct. 29: Halloween Party! |
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8-12 Year Old Book Club
| Wednesdays | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Oct. 9 Oct. 16
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Dungeons & Dragons
| Saturdays | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
October 5 October 19 October 26
Our D&D group meets most Saturdays to play a session of the tabletop role playing game DMed by a teen volunteer. The group is not currently accepting new members. If you’d like to be added to the wait list to join (or if you’re not sure if you’re a current member) you can email,
call 276-821-6192, or stop by the Teen Space. |
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Gaming Club |
Wednesdays | 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hang out and play video games & board games!
On October 30, we’ll be holding a Pokken Tournament DX Tournament during Gaming Club. |  |
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LGBTeens
| Twice Monthly | Our teen LGBTQ+ group meets twice monthly, with a Thursday night discussion group and a Tuesday night activity. LGBTQ+ teens and allies are invited to come socialize, learn, and have fun!
Discussion & Planning Meeting: Thursday,October 10 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Plan future LGBTeens meetings and discuss a variety of topics with the group.This month, the meeting will start early and we’ll also be painting gear for Pride! We’ll provide bandanas or you can bring a shirt or other clothing to paint.
Podcast & Pumpkins: Tuesday, October 22 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Listen to and discuss a podcast while painting mini pumpkins! |
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Board Game Club
| Tuesday | October 8
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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Art Club |
Thursday | October 10 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Halloween Dioramas: Join us to make your own mini diorama with altoid tins and Halloween miniatures. Please note that Art Club has moved to meeting on Thursdays! |
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Knitwits |
Thursday | October 17
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for a meeting of our fiber arts group! If you’re a beginner, come learn how to knit or crochet; we’ll provide supplies and a lesson. Otherwise, bring a project to work on and come hang out! | |
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Cook & Book Group
| Thursday | October 17
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Join us to read from In the Wild Light by Jeff Zetner, a novel about a boy from small town Appalachia who struggles with grief and family as he attends an elite boarding school and begins writing poetry. We'll read aloud, discuss the story, and explore where we're from by writing poetry like the protagonist. We’ll also make our own snack to enjoy while reading; this month we’ll make cheesecake dip to enjoy with apples and crackers. 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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Halloween Party
| Thursday October 24 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for Halloween games, crafts, and fun! We’ll have a costume contest, pumpkin carving, and more. Pizza, candy, and treats will be provided. Registration is requested at https://forms.gle/K9AsTNEB1vDgUmNDA or in the Teen Space. |
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5th Thursday Movie Night |
Thursday October 31 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us to watch the 1993 fantasy film Hocus Pocus and enjoy popcorn and themed snacks! Costumes are encouraged.
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Children's Storytime
| Wednesdays | 11:30 am |
Themes Oct. 2: Fall
Oct. 9: Owls Oct. 16: Spiders Oct. 23: Pumpkins Oct. 30: Halloween Party! |
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Cricut Design |
Halloween Totes | Part 1: Tuesday, October 8
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Part 2: Tuesday, October 15
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm | In this two-part workshop, you will learn to design and create a Halloween-themed tote bag, using Inkscape and Cricut Design. $10 for each tote bag.
Reservations are required. 276-645-8790 |
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Craft |
Spider Pencil Topper | Thursday, October 3
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Participants of all ages will craft their very own spider pencil topper! |
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Class
| How to use a Chromebook | Fridays October 4
October 25 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Learn to use a Chromebook, from connecting to the internet, exploring common apps, and staying safe online.
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Avoiding Online Scams | Thursday, October 10 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
October is Cybersecurity Month! In this class, you will see how fraudsters set up scams, recognize scams, and what to do if you think you have been scammed. | |
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Craft |
Halloween Magnet | Thursday, October 24
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | All ages welcome! |
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Halloween
| Celebrate Halloween | Thursday October 31
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm | Crafts and candy for all ages! |
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Meetings
| Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month.
The next meeting is Monday, October 7 at 5:00 PM in the Avoca meeting room. Local author Chrissie Peters will join us to talk about becoming an author and her latest book. We hope to see you there. |
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Cook & Book Group
| Monday | October 21
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us to read from In the Wild Light by Jeff Zetner, a novel about a boy from small town Appalachia who struggles with grief and family as he attends an elite boarding school and begins writing poetry. We'll read aloud, discuss the story, and explore where we're from by writing poetry like the protagonist. We’ll also make our own snack to enjoy while reading; this month we’ll make cheesecake dip to enjoy with apples and crackers. 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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Halloween Lanterns
| Monday | October 28
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Create spooky glowing lanterns using mason jars, tissue paper, and paint!
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Fiction:
Andrews, Donna Rockin’ Around the Chickadee Armstrong, Kelley I’ll Be Waiting Banville, John The Drowned
Beaton, M.C. Killing Time (Agatha Raisin) Child, Lee In Too Deep (Jack Reacher) Connelly, Michael The Waiting (Ballard & Bosch)
Cornwell, Patricia Identity Unknown (Scarpetta) Erdrich, Louise The Mighty Red Griffiths, Elly The Man in Black: And Other Stories
Hannon, Irene Over the Edge Harkaway, Nick Karla’s Choice: A John Le Carre Novel Hawkins, Paula The Blue Hour
Kashiwai, Hisashi The Restaurant of Lost Recipes Kelly, Julia Betrayal at Blackthorn Park Klavan, Andrew A Woman Underground
Korelitz, Jean Hanff The Sequel Macomber, Debbie A Christmas Duet Mallery, Susan One Big Happy Family
McCall Smith, Alexander The Great Hippopotamus Hotel (No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency) McFadden, Freida The Boyfriend O’Connor, Carlene You Have Gone Too Far (County Kerry)
Patterson, James Murder Island (Doc Savage) Penny, Louise The Grey Wolf Penrose, Andrea Murder at King’s Crossing (Wexford and Sloane)
Prose, Nita The Mistletoe Mystery (Molly the Maid) Rankin, Ian Midnight and Blue Steel, Danielle Triangle
Nonfiction Coates, Ta-Nehisi The Message
Gladwell, Malcolm Revenge of the Tipping Point Grisham, John Framed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions Navalny, Alexei Patriot: A Memoir
Pacino, Al Sonny Boy: A Memoir Patterson, James American Heroes Presley, Lisa Marie & Riley Keough From Here to the Great Unknown
Sobel, Dava The Elements of Marie Curie Trump, Melania Melania: A Memoir Tyson, Neil DeGrasse Merlin’s Tour of the Universe
Woodward, Bob War
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