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Ticking time forward: Clock museum unveils new logo
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER The time has come for the American Clock & Watch Museum to unveil its new logo. Besides exhibiting a more modern look, the new also logo represents the clock and...
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Adult summer reading kick off on Monday
On Monday, June 15, at 2 p.m., Manross Library will kick off adult summer reading with the program “Extraordinary Gardening for Ordinary Gardeners.” Discover how easy it is to grow unusual garden...
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Preschool now registering
Bristol Preschool Child Care Center, Inc. is now accepting applications for fall enrollment for its 3, 4, and 5 year old program. Bristol Preschool is a non-profit, NAEYC accredited agency funded by...
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City offering webpage for manufacturing job openings in Bristol
The Mayor’s Office announced in a press release the addition of a webpage for manufacturing job openings in the City of Bristol. Bristol-based manufacturers and distributors can now send their...
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Concert schedule for Rockwell announced
As summer approaches the Bristol Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for its free “Rockin’ Out at Rockwell-Summer Concert Series.” Concerts will be held every Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with...
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Obituaries for June 12
The following obituaries will be published in Friday’s Observer. Helen (Przygocki) Kramer, 91, of Terryville, widow of George J. Kramer died Monday, June 1 at Bristol Hospital. Edward “Don” St. Onge,...
View ArticleCarousel Museum participating in open house day, June 13
Connecticut residents are invited to discover – and rediscover – the state’s arts, history and tourism offerings with a variety of special incentives, such as discounted or free admission, free gifts...
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Post 209 has successful fishing derby at Rockwell
On May 30, The American Legion Post 209 of Forestville put on its first fishing derby in 30 years at Rockwell Park. Post officials said it was an outstanding success. In a press release, the Post said...
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Charity motorcycle ride launches at Barley Vine Friday
At Barley Vine on Main Street, Friday, June 12 from 5 to 8 p.m., people are invited to support The ONE Ride as Bristol native Chuck Furey (and older brother to Bristol local Tim Furey) will be riding...
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Police blotter for June 12
The Bristol Police Department reported the following arrests last week. •Christopher Smith, 37, of no certain address, Bristol, was arrested May 28 and charged with operation while registered license...
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Music listings for June 12
FRIDAY, JUNE 12 BRISTOL MARTY Q. 6 to 9 p.m. Pop, jazz singer, songwriter, saxophonist and guitarist. The Oaks Patio, DoubleTree by Hilton, 42 Century Dr., Bristol. OTHER THIRD EYE BLIND AND DASHBOARD...
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Health listings for June 12
MONDAY, JUNE 15 SOUTHINGTON HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING CLASS. Six session course, Mondays and Tuesdays 6 p.m. Hartford HealthCare, 300 Queen St., Southington. (203) 321-3008. TUESDAY, JUNE 16 BRISTOL...
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Performance listings for June 12
SATURDAY, JUNE 13 OTHER CHRIS TUCKER. 8 p.m. Grand Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket. $35-$55. Foxwoods.com SUNDAY, JUNE 14 OTHER MULTI-CULTURES CELEBRATION OF MUSIC AND DANCE. 3 to 5 p.m....
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Miscellaneous listings for June 12
FRIDAY, JUNE 12 OTHER SINGLES HAPPY HOUR. Sponsored by Social Connections. 5 p.m. George’s Pizza, 9 School St., Unionville. No charge. (860) 582-8229. RONALD PERILLE JR. MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT. 9:30...
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SATURDAY, JUNE 13 OTHER LOBSTER ROLL/ STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE FESTIVAL. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fund raiser to send local high school youth on a mission camp trip to aid the impoverished. Kensington...
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Kids listings for June 12
JUNE 22-26 PLAINVILLE VACATION BIBLE CAMP. 6 to 8 p.m. The theme is “Angel Boot Camp” and will center on Bible stories having to do with God’s angels. Under the direction of several team leaders of the...
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Meeting listings for June 12
MONDAY, JUNE 15 OTHER QUILTS THAT CARE. 6:30 p.m. The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury. (860) 945-0184, Deborah@QuiltsThatCare.org TUESDAY, JUNE 16 BRISTOL QUILTS...
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Support group listings for June 12
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 OTHER CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Arbor Rose at Jerome Home, 975 Corbin Ave., New Britain. RSVP. (860) 229-3707. JeromeHome.org THURSDAY, JUNE 18 PLAINVILLE...
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Senior listings for June 12
TUESDAY, JUNE 16 PLAINVILLE AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Covers the effects of aging and medication on driving, local hazards, accident prevention measures, and more. Films and...
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Bunnell sends Eastern home from states
By MICHAEL LETENDRE STAFF WRITER BRISTOL – The Bristol Eastern baseball team, the top-ranked squad in all of Class L play, was trailing by a single run going into the bottom inning against No. 9...
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