Summer Events continue at the Bristol Library

Pictured above, Kelly Ulrich, Education curator for the Potawatomi Zoo visited the Bristol Public Library on Tuesday, June 29. Kelly brought animals from a variety of habitats. One of the library’s most popular programs, it appealed to people of all ages. (Photo by Laurie Eads)

-The Bristol Library is pleased to announce the following    programs for the summer season.

Library Fun

Want to have more fun at your library this summer?  You say you’ve already signed up for summer reading and you come to the programs each week.  Well, how about participating in the “Searching the Shore” scavenger hunt n the library, or check out our “Incentive Game” that you can do at home or in the library.  Both events run from now until the end of July.

Library Hours

The library will be open during regular hours on Saturday, July 3rd, but closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of the holiday.

Meet Ronald McDonald in our Meeting Room on Tuesday, July 6, at 12:30.  His magic, comedy show is always a treat for children.  Ronald is more than happy to pose for pictures with your children so be sure to bring a camera.  Call (574) 848-7458 for further information.

Reserve Saturday, July 10 at 10:30 to watch Danny Eggleston and his Champion Frisbee catching dog Guinan perform.  This team won a national championship in 2009.  They have performed at half time for many professional teams around the area.  This event will be held in the outdoor area of the library.  People of all ages should enjoy this program.  Bring your family and folding chairs to watch this unique performance.  Call (574) 848-7458 for information on this pair.

Storyteller Joan Girton wraps up our summer season with her program entitled “Wishes, Whales, and Wiggly Tales.”  Tuesday, July 13 at 12:30 is the date for this event.  Children will participate in interactive stories and listen as Joan tells others.  This is a great program for children 10 and younger.  Call today to learn more.  (574) 848-7458.

The friends of the Bristol Public library need your help. Our annual book sale is July 8th, 9th & 10th. We are looking for books to include in our sale. Drop off your donations at the library.  If you are interested in becoming a friend of the library membership is $5.00.  You can contact the library or Pam Congdon for more details.

Calling all artists.  The friends of the Bristol Public Library are sponsoring a contest to design a logo for the library.  The winning design will be put on library book bags to help promote the library.  The contest will start during this years’ homecoming & the library’s book sale.  Ask at the library for more details.  July 11th is the deadline for entries.

Calling all Kniters

Calling All Knitters will meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month and knit or crochet in the library.  If you’re experienced, bring your current project.  If not, bring some yarn and needles if you have them.  If not, we will have some here.  For first knitters, there will be experienced people to help you get started.  The next Calling All Knitters knitting circle will be on Tuesday, July 13th at 6 P.M.   Call 848-7458 for more information.

Book Club

The book club will meet on Wednesday, July 14th at 12:00 P.M.  We will be reading Timeline by Michael Crichton.  To check out a copy, ask at the circulation desk.

Teen News

Teens will meet to play Wii or watch a movie, play board and card games, and have a snack on Thursdays at 6:00 P.M.