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Workshops & Classes

KidZone Coding Club

Take part in Fiero Code’s Summertime Competition in the Computer Classroom. Have fun learning to code or sharpen your skills to impress friends and family in the fall.

Silas Bronson Library
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Groups & Meetups

Chess Meetup

Connect with fellow chess fans in a welcoming meetup guided by an experienced instructor. Each gathering includes a focused lesson, practical strategy tips, and open play so you can try out what you learn on the board. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate, whether you are just starting or looking to sharpen your game. Sessions are held in the Auditorium, with some meetings taking place in the Main Reading Room.

Silas Bronson Library
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Dancing

Tuesday Night Lines

Tuesday evenings bring a welcoming night of music, community spirit, and plenty of dancing at Bristol Elks Lodge 1010. The sessions are geared toward Beginner and Improver levels, making them a comfortable fit whether you are getting started or refining your steps. On the fourth Tuesday of each month, the gathering heads to other dance locations, with details for those weeks shared on the event page.

Elks Lodge 1010
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Music

Rockin Out at Rockwell Summer Concert Series

Spirit Shaker performs at Rockwell Park Amphitheater as part of a free weekly summer concert series. This hard rock trio spans the 70s, 80s, and 90s, blending major anthems with deeper album cuts. The series showcases a variety of styles on different weeks, including funk, rhythm and blues, country, and classic rock. Blankets and chairs are welcome, and food trucks presented by the West End Association are expected to include Greenhouse Cafe and Tavern, Dem Boyz Grill and Catering, and Doda's Ice Cream, with vendors subject to change.

Rockwell Park Amphitheater
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