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Meriden, CT
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(June 2001)
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Saturday-Sunday, June 1-2, 2001
2001 Relay For Life
The 6th Annual Meriden-Wallingford Relay for Life takes place
at the Platt High School track from 3:00pm through 3:00pm Sunday.
This event honors cancer victims and celebrates cancer survivors.
The Luminary Ceremony will be on June 1st at 10:00pm.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Saturday, *June 2, 2001
2001 Meriden Fishing Derby
The Meriden Rod and Gun Club invites youths ages 15 and younger
to participate in this annual challenge. This year's derby
will be held at Baldwin Pond from 10:00am-2:00pm.
There will be plenty of fish, food and prizes!
*update: event tentatively rescheduled for September
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Monday, June 4, 2001
Summer Activities Registration Day
This is the first day for parents and children to register
for the following summer activities:
Meriden Nature Camp, Hubbard Natural Exploration Camp, Tennis Lessons
There are participant limits for each activity - register early.
For additional information, please don't hesitate to call
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Saturday, June 9, 2001
31st Annual Special Day For Special People
Presented by the Meriden Senior Center, this free picnic
takes place at Hubbard Park from 11:00am - 3:00pm.
Senior Citizens enjoy food, activities, music and bingo.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Saturday-Sunday, June 9-10, 2001
Meriden Raiders Registration
Registration for the upcoming 2001 Meriden Junior Football League
will continue this weekend for football players and cheerleaders.
Come to the Washington Park in the Pete Sini Field House 10am-1pm.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Wednesday, June 13, 2001
Summer Sounds 2001 Concert Series
This is the kick-off date for sounds at
Hubbard Park's James J. Barry bandshell!
Tonight, acoustic guitar soloist Frank Critelli performs 6-7pm
to be followed by rockers Open Wide from 7:00-8:30pm!
Other June concerts feature the country sounds of
Aces and Eights (6/20 7-8:30pm); The City Band (6/27 7-8:30pm)
All shows are free with refreshments available for purchase.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Thursday, June 14, 2001
2001 Flag Day Ceremony
The Meriden Elks #35 present this event at City Hall from 1:00-1:45pm.
Participants in the flag raising ceremony include Meriden state and local
politicians, city honor guards + public/parochial school essay winners.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Saturday, June 16, 2001
2001 Meriden Black Expo
This festival takes place at Hubbard Park from 2:00-10:00pm
and features African-American food, crafts, music and entertainment.
The rain date is Sunday, June 17th.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
starting, June 16 - August 26, 2001
2001 Outdoor Public Swim Program
Time to hit the waters at the Hubbard Park Pool:
daily schedule
12:00-6:30pm ... Open Swim
6:45-7:45pm ... Adult Swim
Participants must possess valid 2001 tags from
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Saturday, June 23, 2001
Safety Fair
The Meriden Police Department presents this fair at
Hubbard Park from 11:00am-3:00pm. Features include
safety demonstrations, including bicycle safety for children.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Monday-Friday, June 25 - August 10, 2001
2001 Summer Playground Program
Children ages 6-14 are invited to experience fun-filled days of
games, activities, arts and crafts, and even field trips.
Playgrounds at Washington Park, Ceppa Field and Habershon Park
will be open weekdays from 8:30am-3:00pm. There is no cost
(except for field trips) - registration only at playground sites.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
from, June 25 - July 6, 2001
Swim Lessons
Children ages 4 and older are welcome to take advantage of this
free service which is conducted Monday thru Fridays at Hubbard Park.
Registration will be held at the pool 10:00am Saturday, June 23rd!
Bring a valid 2001 pool tag and bathing suit and towel to register.
(Another program is from 7/9-7/20 ... registration July 7th at 10am)
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
Wednesdays, June 27 - August 9, 2001
2001 Summer Fun Runs
The free runs get underway starting 6:30pm at the Platt High School track
and feature a 3/4 mile race for children and a 5k race for adults.
Refreshments and prizes will be available - on your mark, get ready!
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259
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