Town News and Events
Mayor’s Corner – Wallingford
Dear Friends:
Autumn is upon us with her large and small paintbrushes and pallet of reds, golds, greens, brown and yellow paints. The air has a cool brisk feel as it chases leaves across our lawns. This is the time of year when the wonderful fragrance of warm pie makes us doubly thankful for pumpkins and apples.
Did you ever wonder how the name pie came to describe such a delectable dessert? Apparently in the 1700’s the bird we call the magpie was referred to as the “pie”. As we know, the “pie” of magpie collected all sorts of items to place in its magpie nest. At some time in the long ago past, cooks thought of baking a crust in a dish and filling it with any ingredients that might be at hand such as, fish, meat, chicken, vegetables and other foods. Someone must have described it as pie given the similarity to a “pie’s” nest.
Today, when we enjoy a slice of warm pie with whipped cream or ice cream, we should thank the people from our past because without them, we wouldn’t know what to call such a wonderful treat.
Have a wonderful Fall season,
Bill Dickinson, Mayor of Wallingford
CITY OF MERIDEN EVENTS
THOMAS HOOKER SCHOOL’S “HAUNTED HALLS”
Thomas Hooker School will present the 11th Annual “Haunted Halls” on Saturday, October 28th from 6:00-8:00PM at the school’s 70 Overlook Road address. Tickets are only $2.00 and proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. There will be lots of food, frights, and fun for everyone!(Parents are advised that this activity might be too scary for some children).
HALLOWEEN AT CITY HALL
Want to get an early start to candy collection this year? Then come to “Halloween at City Hall”! Departments will be distributing candy to costumed trick-or-treaters ages 12 & under from 3:00-5:00PM on Tuesday, October 31st. Make sure to begin at the Meriden Public Library(105 Miller Street) to get a special bag for candy collection!
TURKEY HUNT
Tom the Turkey is trying something new! To avoid being found, he has chosen five hiding spots this year. Clues to the five locations will be given on the Recreation Activity Line (630-4279) on the following dates: 11/9, 11/13, 11/14, 11/15, & 11/16. Children ages 12 & under are asked to identify the locations on paper and submit them to the Parks & Recreation office (460 Liberty Street) by 4:00PM on Monday, November 20th. Entries can be mailed or delivered in-person and should contain the child’s full name, address, phone, school, and grade level. One winner will be selected by drawing to receive a special Thanksgiving prize package.
FESTIVAL OF SILVER LIGHTS ILLUMINATION CEREMONY
The 2006-2007 Festival of Silver Lights will kick off on Tuesday, November 21st with a special lighting ceremony at Hubbard Park’s pool parking lot at 6:00PM. The event will feature music, entertainment, costumed characters, refreshments, and the opportunity to see this year’s holiday lights illuminated for the very first time.
CASTLE CRAIG
The vehicle access road to Castle Craig is open daily from 10:00AM-4:45PM, weather permitting, through October 31st. The entrance to the road is located under the eastern Interstate 691 overpass in Hubbard Park.
INDOOR PUBLIC SWIM PROGRAM
The 2006-2007 Indoor Public Swim Program is currently underway at the Maloney High School pool. The pool’s weekly schedule will be as follows: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-7:45PM and Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00-3:45PM.
All interested participants must possess a valid 2006 pool pass. Available for purchase at the Parks & Recreation office, passes cost $5.00 for adults and $1.00 for children ages 17 & under. Potential recipients must come to the office in-person and bring proof of Meriden residency to receive a pass.
CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM
Organized recreational volleyball games for adults ages 18 & older take place every Tuesday night at Holy Angels Center in South Meriden from 6:00-9:00PM. The program will runs through March 27th. A one-time $25.00 registration fee can be paid onsite any night the program is in session. Please note the program will not meet on Tuesday, October 31st.
MERIDEN MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Team registrations for the 2006-2007 Meriden Men’s Basketball League will be accepted through Friday, November 3rd at the Parks & Recreation office. The entrance fee is $475.00 per team. Games will begin in late November and run through March. Games are played on weekday nights at Washington Middle School, Lincoln Middle School, and the Meriden YMCA. Teams interested in obtaining a registration packet are asked to call 630-4259.
MERIDEN SKATEPARK
The Meriden Skatepark, located on the corner of Coe Avenue & Hamilton Street, has the following hours of operation(weather permitting):
School Days 2:00PM-Dusk
Non-School Days 11:00AM-Dusk
Wallingford Park and Recreation Events
Hip House Dance Series
Once again the Hip House Dance Series is back for another year of fun and excitement. The parks and
recreation department would like to welcome back all of the retuning 7th and 8th graders while also welcoming the new 6th graders. To ensure that you are able to attend all of the dances, you must purchase a photo ID pass. The dance pass allows you entry to the dance. No passes will be sold in the schools or on the
day of the dance. Photo ID’s will go on sale July 1st for $25.00. As of September 1st, all dance passes will be $35.00. We encourage everyone to take advantage of the discounted price. Participants will not be allowed to enter the dance without a photo ID pass.
The Party Place
Let the recreation department throw your child’s birthday party. We provide the decorations,
paper goods, party planner and fun. $125 per party (up to 10 children ages 4 to 10) $7 each additional child. Includes Party room, gymnastic room, streamers, table covers, balloons, party favor, party hats, ooey gooey craft, stickers, lolli pops a party coordinator to plan, set up, clean up and facilitate the party For more information, please contact the recreation department at 294-2120.
Ski Bums at Mt. Southington
Whether you’re a skier or a boarder, this is five nights of fun on the slopes that you do not want
to miss. Registration for all Ski Bum programs will begin on Wednesday, November 1st and will end November 17th at the recreation department. Each program will be limited to 100 participants. Complete fee schedule is not available as of this printing. Please call the recreation department in October for a complete listing of program options and fees. Any parent that is interested in becoming a chaperone should contact Michelle at the recreation department. Chaperones will have the opportunity to ski/snowboard at no cost. Please note that registration will only be held for two weeks during the dates provided above.
Program breakdown:
4th & 5th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
6th, 7th & 8th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
9th & 10th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
A GOBLIN GATHERING - FRIDAY OCTOBER 27, 2006
6:45P.M.
A gathering for all Wallingford Goblins! Gather in front of the Wallingford Town Hall for an evening of fun activities, d.j.monster mash music and ghoulish games by- Jock In The Box, pre-bagged candy, cider and donuts. Activities to include Halloween henna tattoos, art projects, glow necklaces for
the first 500 children, a pumpkin illumination circle - participants are encouraged to bring a carved pumpkin, candles will be provided by the Parks and Rec. pumpkins may be taken home at the end of the event. This event is sponsored by Wallingford Public Celebrations Committee and Wallingford Parks and Recreation.
9 AND A CHICKEN
This year’s hunt will be one for the ages. Participants will be required to go to the Recreation Department to pick up a packet of CERTIFIED clues. (We want to make sure that all participants start from the Recreation Department so everyone has a fair shot) These clues will lead you to 9 cardboard turkeys and the bonus chicken. All cardboard turkeys and chicken will be hidden on Wallingford town property. The object is to locate a turkey and return it to the Parks and Recreation for the gift certificate. Awards: “Turkey Baskets” from Sweet Nuts Ice Cream. Clues must be handed in at time of redemption.
When: November 17, 2006
Day: Friday Time: 7:00p.m.
Fee: Free
Where: Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department
Mayor’s Corner - Meriden
Dear Friends,
Happy Halloween! As I woke up for my morning jog, I could not help but notice that the first frost of the season had arrived. I know this is our warning that the winter season is on the way. This will be our daughter Bria’s first Halloween and Amy has already selected a bright red lobster outfit for Bria. My hope is that Bria will collect a few candies for me too.
Over the past week, I solicited the support of our federal representatives to help us save the South Broad Street Post Office. While I am excited to see the new Post Office on Center Street moving along, I am concerned about the future of the South Broad Street location. Meriden, with approximately 60,000 residents, deserves no less than two full Postal Facilities. As Mayor for the last five years I have met numerous times with numerous postal representatives. At no time during those meetings was the closure of the South Broad Street facility shared with me, Majority Leader Steve Zerio, or Economic Development Director Peggy Brennan. I thank our citizens for their patience as the new facility is being built and want you to know that we are working together to try to keep the South Broad Street facility open.
Congratulations to the Meriden Police Department on the opening of the new Jeffrey Boucher substation on East Main Street. It is exciting to see the police department expanding into the community once again. I would also like to thank the owner of the building for providing the space rent free for our neighborhood initiative program.
In closing, thank you Chief Trainor and the Meriden Fire Department for sponsoring our 3 on 3 basketball team in the Rotary Tournament at Westfield Shoppingtown. While Councilor Salafia helped lead us to victory against the Rotary Club, we met our match against a few high schoolers. Thank you to the Rotary Club, Westfield Shoppingtown, and all the sponsors for a great day.
Thanks for your support!
Sincerely,
Mark D. Benigni - Mayor
Dear Friends:
Autumn is upon us with her large and small paintbrushes and pallet of reds, golds, greens, brown and yellow paints. The air has a cool brisk feel as it chases leaves across our lawns. This is the time of year when the wonderful fragrance of warm pie makes us doubly thankful for pumpkins and apples.
Did you ever wonder how the name pie came to describe such a delectable dessert? Apparently in the 1700’s the bird we call the magpie was referred to as the “pie”. As we know, the “pie” of magpie collected all sorts of items to place in its magpie nest. At some time in the long ago past, cooks thought of baking a crust in a dish and filling it with any ingredients that might be at hand such as, fish, meat, chicken, vegetables and other foods. Someone must have described it as pie given the similarity to a “pie’s” nest.
Today, when we enjoy a slice of warm pie with whipped cream or ice cream, we should thank the people from our past because without them, we wouldn’t know what to call such a wonderful treat.
Have a wonderful Fall season,
Bill Dickinson, Mayor of Wallingford
CITY OF MERIDEN EVENTS
THOMAS HOOKER SCHOOL’S “HAUNTED HALLS”
Thomas Hooker School will present the 11th Annual “Haunted Halls” on Saturday, October 28th from 6:00-8:00PM at the school’s 70 Overlook Road address. Tickets are only $2.00 and proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. There will be lots of food, frights, and fun for everyone!(Parents are advised that this activity might be too scary for some children).
HALLOWEEN AT CITY HALL
Want to get an early start to candy collection this year? Then come to “Halloween at City Hall”! Departments will be distributing candy to costumed trick-or-treaters ages 12 & under from 3:00-5:00PM on Tuesday, October 31st. Make sure to begin at the Meriden Public Library(105 Miller Street) to get a special bag for candy collection!
TURKEY HUNT
Tom the Turkey is trying something new! To avoid being found, he has chosen five hiding spots this year. Clues to the five locations will be given on the Recreation Activity Line (630-4279) on the following dates: 11/9, 11/13, 11/14, 11/15, & 11/16. Children ages 12 & under are asked to identify the locations on paper and submit them to the Parks & Recreation office (460 Liberty Street) by 4:00PM on Monday, November 20th. Entries can be mailed or delivered in-person and should contain the child’s full name, address, phone, school, and grade level. One winner will be selected by drawing to receive a special Thanksgiving prize package.
FESTIVAL OF SILVER LIGHTS ILLUMINATION CEREMONY
The 2006-2007 Festival of Silver Lights will kick off on Tuesday, November 21st with a special lighting ceremony at Hubbard Park’s pool parking lot at 6:00PM. The event will feature music, entertainment, costumed characters, refreshments, and the opportunity to see this year’s holiday lights illuminated for the very first time.
CASTLE CRAIG
The vehicle access road to Castle Craig is open daily from 10:00AM-4:45PM, weather permitting, through October 31st. The entrance to the road is located under the eastern Interstate 691 overpass in Hubbard Park.
INDOOR PUBLIC SWIM PROGRAM
The 2006-2007 Indoor Public Swim Program is currently underway at the Maloney High School pool. The pool’s weekly schedule will be as follows: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-7:45PM and Saturdays & Sundays from 12:00-3:45PM.
All interested participants must possess a valid 2006 pool pass. Available for purchase at the Parks & Recreation office, passes cost $5.00 for adults and $1.00 for children ages 17 & under. Potential recipients must come to the office in-person and bring proof of Meriden residency to receive a pass.
CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM
Organized recreational volleyball games for adults ages 18 & older take place every Tuesday night at Holy Angels Center in South Meriden from 6:00-9:00PM. The program will runs through March 27th. A one-time $25.00 registration fee can be paid onsite any night the program is in session. Please note the program will not meet on Tuesday, October 31st.
MERIDEN MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Team registrations for the 2006-2007 Meriden Men’s Basketball League will be accepted through Friday, November 3rd at the Parks & Recreation office. The entrance fee is $475.00 per team. Games will begin in late November and run through March. Games are played on weekday nights at Washington Middle School, Lincoln Middle School, and the Meriden YMCA. Teams interested in obtaining a registration packet are asked to call 630-4259.
MERIDEN SKATEPARK
The Meriden Skatepark, located on the corner of Coe Avenue & Hamilton Street, has the following hours of operation(weather permitting):
School Days 2:00PM-Dusk
Non-School Days 11:00AM-Dusk
Wallingford Park and Recreation Events
Hip House Dance Series
Once again the Hip House Dance Series is back for another year of fun and excitement. The parks and
recreation department would like to welcome back all of the retuning 7th and 8th graders while also welcoming the new 6th graders. To ensure that you are able to attend all of the dances, you must purchase a photo ID pass. The dance pass allows you entry to the dance. No passes will be sold in the schools or on the
day of the dance. Photo ID’s will go on sale July 1st for $25.00. As of September 1st, all dance passes will be $35.00. We encourage everyone to take advantage of the discounted price. Participants will not be allowed to enter the dance without a photo ID pass.
The Party Place
Let the recreation department throw your child’s birthday party. We provide the decorations,
paper goods, party planner and fun. $125 per party (up to 10 children ages 4 to 10) $7 each additional child. Includes Party room, gymnastic room, streamers, table covers, balloons, party favor, party hats, ooey gooey craft, stickers, lolli pops a party coordinator to plan, set up, clean up and facilitate the party For more information, please contact the recreation department at 294-2120.
Ski Bums at Mt. Southington
Whether you’re a skier or a boarder, this is five nights of fun on the slopes that you do not want
to miss. Registration for all Ski Bum programs will begin on Wednesday, November 1st and will end November 17th at the recreation department. Each program will be limited to 100 participants. Complete fee schedule is not available as of this printing. Please call the recreation department in October for a complete listing of program options and fees. Any parent that is interested in becoming a chaperone should contact Michelle at the recreation department. Chaperones will have the opportunity to ski/snowboard at no cost. Please note that registration will only be held for two weeks during the dates provided above.
Program breakdown:
4th & 5th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
6th, 7th & 8th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
9th & 10th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
A GOBLIN GATHERING - FRIDAY OCTOBER 27, 2006
6:45P.M.
A gathering for all Wallingford Goblins! Gather in front of the Wallingford Town Hall for an evening of fun activities, d.j.monster mash music and ghoulish games by- Jock In The Box, pre-bagged candy, cider and donuts. Activities to include Halloween henna tattoos, art projects, glow necklaces for
the first 500 children, a pumpkin illumination circle - participants are encouraged to bring a carved pumpkin, candles will be provided by the Parks and Rec. pumpkins may be taken home at the end of the event. This event is sponsored by Wallingford Public Celebrations Committee and Wallingford Parks and Recreation.
9 AND A CHICKEN
This year’s hunt will be one for the ages. Participants will be required to go to the Recreation Department to pick up a packet of CERTIFIED clues. (We want to make sure that all participants start from the Recreation Department so everyone has a fair shot) These clues will lead you to 9 cardboard turkeys and the bonus chicken. All cardboard turkeys and chicken will be hidden on Wallingford town property. The object is to locate a turkey and return it to the Parks and Recreation for the gift certificate. Awards: “Turkey Baskets” from Sweet Nuts Ice Cream. Clues must be handed in at time of redemption.
When: November 17, 2006
Day: Friday Time: 7:00p.m.
Fee: Free
Where: Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department
Mayor’s Corner - Meriden
Dear Friends,
Happy Halloween! As I woke up for my morning jog, I could not help but notice that the first frost of the season had arrived. I know this is our warning that the winter season is on the way. This will be our daughter Bria’s first Halloween and Amy has already selected a bright red lobster outfit for Bria. My hope is that Bria will collect a few candies for me too.
Over the past week, I solicited the support of our federal representatives to help us save the South Broad Street Post Office. While I am excited to see the new Post Office on Center Street moving along, I am concerned about the future of the South Broad Street location. Meriden, with approximately 60,000 residents, deserves no less than two full Postal Facilities. As Mayor for the last five years I have met numerous times with numerous postal representatives. At no time during those meetings was the closure of the South Broad Street facility shared with me, Majority Leader Steve Zerio, or Economic Development Director Peggy Brennan. I thank our citizens for their patience as the new facility is being built and want you to know that we are working together to try to keep the South Broad Street facility open.
Congratulations to the Meriden Police Department on the opening of the new Jeffrey Boucher substation on East Main Street. It is exciting to see the police department expanding into the community once again. I would also like to thank the owner of the building for providing the space rent free for our neighborhood initiative program.
In closing, thank you Chief Trainor and the Meriden Fire Department for sponsoring our 3 on 3 basketball team in the Rotary Tournament at Westfield Shoppingtown. While Councilor Salafia helped lead us to victory against the Rotary Club, we met our match against a few high schoolers. Thank you to the Rotary Club, Westfield Shoppingtown, and all the sponsors for a great day.
Thanks for your support!
Sincerely,
Mark D. Benigni - Mayor
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