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Meriden, CT
- community calendar -
(March 2004)

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daily, March 2004

On Display At The Library

Meriden Business Memorabilia

Antique milk bottles, pharmacy bottles, and advertising items
from Meriden Businesses from over 100 years ago are the
focus of this extended exhibit. On loan courtesy of Wallingford
resident Dan Hackbarth, the showcase gives a glimpse of
Meriden dairies and businesses of yesteryear.

St. Mary School Artwork

Artwork, featuring haiku poetry about the subject of freedom,
is the subject of a month long exhibit at Meriden Public Library
now through the end of March. The illustrated poems were created
by the fifth and sixth grade students at Meriden's St. Mary School.

The exhibit(s) may be viewed during the library's regular hours:
Mon-Wed, 10am-9pm; Thur-Sat, 10am-5pm; and Sunday 1-5pm.
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, (203) 238-2346

almost daily, March 2004

Indoor Swim Program

The Maloney High School pool's schedule follows:

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 6:30-7:45PM
Saturdays and Sundays: 12noon-3:45PM
(for daily updates, call 630-4279)

All interested participants must possess a valid 2004
pool pass. A pass costs $5.00 for adults and $1.00
for children ages 17 and under; they are good for
the calendar year in which they are purchased,
including the outdoor public swim at Hubbard Park.
To receive a pass, potential recipients must bring,
in-person, proof of Meriden residency to the office of
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

most, Mondays - Thursdays, March 2004

Meriden Men's Basketball League

You're welcome to watch some exciting local competition:

             Mon + Tues   7pm and 8pm   Washington Middle School   
             Wednesdays   7pm and 8pm   Lincoln Middle School
             Thursdays    7pm and 8pm   Y.M.C.A.

... there's no charge to cheer on your favorite team!
(schedule is subject to changes - verify at 630-4279)
[games played through mid March 2004; post season TBA]
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Wednesdays and Saturdays, March 2004

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program

Meriden Public Library hosts the V.I.T.A. Program which is
sponsored by the Internal Revenue Service and provides free
help to taxpayers who can't afford professional assistance
or who have tax questions. Assistance in preparing the CT
state forms is also available. The sessions take place in
the Library's Friends Room, located at the side entrance
every Wednesday 5:30-8:30pm and Saturdays 10am-1pm.

V.I.T.A. volunteers alert taxpayers to special credits and
deductions for which they may be eligible. People interested
in attending the program should bring this year's tax package,
wage and earnings statements (W2), interest statements from their
banks, and a copy of their previous year's tax return. You must
also bring a photo I.D. showing your current address and a social
security card or number. Joint returns require both taxpayers present.
For further information, please call the library at (203) 630-6349.

Tuesdays, March 2004 - April 13, 2004

Co-Ed Adult Volleyball Program

This is the final full month left to enjoy this fun sport ...
Organized recreational volleyball games for adults ages 18
and older take place at Lincoln Middle School from 6-9PM.
Registration, including payment of a one-time $20 processing
fee, can be done on any night the program is in session.
Participants are asked to park in the school's rear lot and
use the back entrance during construction. The program
will not run, however, on school holidays and snow days.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

beginning, March 2, 2004

Leprechaun Hunt

Children ages 5-12 are invited to search for Patsy the Leprechaun
by using clues given on Meriden's Park and Recreation Activity
Line (630-4279). Clues will be given on the following dates:
=+= 3/2, 3/4, 3/9, 3/11, and 3/16 =+=
Special 'bonus' clues can also be found on City of Meriden TV 14.
The first child to locate Patsy and return him to the Parks and
Recreation office will receive a St. Patrick's Day prize package.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Wednesday, March 3, 2004

Personal Safety For Women

Meriden Public Library will host a special appearance by
Det. Marsha Anderson, Meriden Police Department 7:00pm, tonight.
Det. Anderson will discuss common sense ways for people to
protect themselves from being the target of violence or abuse.
The audience will learn how to stay aware of their surroundings
and easy techniques to use to defend themselves if ever confronted
by an attacker. The public is invited to attend this free program.
For registration, please e-mail comsvc@hotmail.com or call
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, (203) 630-6349

Sunday, March 7, 2004

The Harwoods Speak About Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb

Meriden Public Library is hosting this travel program by
Don Harwood and his son Andrew at 2:00pm today. They
will speak about their recent trip to this Tanzania mountain.
You're invited to attend the free program (limited seating).
For registration, please e-mail comsvc@hotmail.com or call
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, (203) 630-6349

Tuesday, March 9, 2004

Meriden Reads 2004

Meriden Public Library hosts this citywide reading initiative
which features a discussion of the poetry of American poet
Robert Frost. The first of 3 free sessions is 12noon today
and will be moderated by John Kenney who taught English,
speech and drama at Maloney High School in Meriden for 40 years.
Currently, Kenney teaches at the Castle Craig Adult Learning Center.
You're welcome to attend these free discussions - refreshments served.
(The other two sessions are: March 22nd and April 13th)
For registration, please e-mail comsvc@hotmail.com or call
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, (203) 630-6349

Friday-Sunday, March 19-21, 2004

'Foot Loose' The Musical At Maloney High

Francis T. Maloney Fine Arts Department proudly presents
this Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie stage adaptation
at 7:30pm the 19th and 20th, and at 2:00pm on the 21st.
Tickets are $9.00 and may be purchased at Billings Sports,
Hancock Pharmacy, JC Music, King Travelways, and/or at
Maloney High School, 121 Gravel Street, (203) 238-2334

Saturday, March 20, 2004

2004 St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Meriden AOH presents the 31st Annual event at 2:00pm, today.
The parade begins at the intersection of Parker Avenue and
East Main Street, proceeds on East Main through the downtown
area to West Main Street, and finishes at the intersection of
Bradley Avenue and West Main Street. Groups wishing to march
in this parade are asked to please call (203) 235-6573.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Monday, March 22, 2004

Meriden Reads 2004

Meriden Public Library hosts this citywide reading initiative
which features a discussion of the poetry of American poet
Robert Frost. The second of 3 free sessions is 7:00pm, tonight.
The program is moderated by John Kenney who taught English,
speech and drama at Maloney High School in Meriden for 40 years.
Currently, Kenney teaches at the Castle Craig Adult Learning Center.
You're welcome to attend this free discussion - refreshments served.
(The other two sessions was/are: March 9th and April 13th)
For registration, please e-mail comsvc@hotmail.com or call
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, (203) 630-6349

Wednesday, March 24, 2004

Copies of 'The Thin Pink Line' Signed

Meriden Public Library is hosting a special appearance by
author Lauren Baratz-Logsted at 7:00pm, tonight; she will
autograph any purchased copies that audience members bring
with them to the event. In 'The Thin Pink Line', Lauren
spins a delightfully twisted and witty tale that appeals
to anyone who has ever wanted to be pregnant - or has
suffered any sympathy pains. This is a free event.
For registration, please e-mail comsvc@hotmail.com or call
Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street, (203) 630-6349

reminder, April and May 2004

Details on Upcoming Parades

The 17th Annual 'Daffodils on Parade' takes place on
Saturday, April 24th and the 2004 Meriden Memorial Day
Parade takes place on Saturday, May 29th. To participate
in either of these two festive events, please call ...
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

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