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Meriden, CT
- community calendar -
(October 2000)

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place in my home town ... the Silver City of the Nutmeg / Constitution State.
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daily, October 2000

Castle Craig

October is the last month Castle Craig will be open in 2000.
If you enjoy the fall foliage, you should not miss the colorful
panoramic views to be found atop its East Peak location!
The castle is open daily from 10:00am - 4:45pm,
weather permitting, through October 31st.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

daily except Tues + Fri, October 2000

2000-2001 Indoor Swim Program

You're welcome to maintain your swimming exercise at
the Maloney High School indoor pool on Gravel Street.
Interested participants must possess a valid 2000 pool tag,
which can be obtained at the Parks and Recreation office.
The pool's weekly schedule will be as follows:

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays ... 6:30 - 7:45pm
Saturdays and Sundays ... 12:00n - 3:45pm

There is no public swim on school holidays or snow days,
unless otherwise noted. Daily updates can be found on the
Parks and Recreation Department Activity Line (203) 630-4279.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Tuesdays, October 3 - April 10, 2000

2000-2001 Co-Ed Adult Volleyball Program

Organized recreational volleyball games for adults
ages 18 and older takes place every Tuesday night
at Lincoln Middle School from 6:00 - 9:00pm!
(Program will not run school holidays or snow days)
One-time $20.00 registration fee payable at game or
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

starting Wednesday, October 4 thru 25, 2000

Halloween House Decorating Contest

Meriden homes are invited to enter this 3rd Annual challenge!
Phone entries are accepted at the Parks and Recreation office.
Judging takes place on October 26. Prizes will be awarded
to the top three entries in the following categories:
'Most Creative', 'Scariest Entry' and 'Best Overall'.
Only outdoor entries considered. To enter, please call
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

starting, October 5, 2000

Trailblazer Hiking Program

Care to explore some of Meriden's most scenic areas?
There are four exciting hikes and one surprise event this month!

                  Date     Meeting site                            Time
                    10/5     Giuffrida Park (parking lot)            4:00pm
                    10/9     Hubbard Park (pool parking lot)        10:00am
                    10/12    North Meriden (end of Sam's Road)       4:00pm
                    10/19    Quin. River Gorge (Dossin Beach lot)    4:00pm
                    The mystery event takes place on the 26th.  Participants 
                    will be informed of the meeting site/time at the 4 hikes.

All hikes last approximately 1.5-2 hours.
Hiking boots or other comfortable footwear suggested.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Sunday, October 8, 2000

Meriden High School Class of 1945
55th Year Reunion

This special gathering takes place at
the Hawthorne Inn, Berlin, CT!
Social hour 2:00pm; Dinner at 4:00pm.
For more information, please contact:
Evelyn (Westfort) Rice (203) 235-8254
Joyce (St. Arnauld) Gaffey (203) 235-8800
Josephine (D'Auria) Koncki (203) 235-3002

from, October 10 - November 17, 2000

Meriden Men's Basketball League

Team registrations for the 2000-2001 MMBL are now accepted!
The entrance fee is $450.00 per team. Games will begin in
late November and run through March. The league is open to
Meriden residents and Meriden business employees.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Sunday, October 15, 2000

Autumn Fest 2000

the place: Hubbard Park; the time: 1-4pm!
This fun-filled day of family entertainment includes
hayrides, music, a magic show, children's games,
a jack-o-lantern contest, refreshments and lots of
fall foliage. Rain date, if necessary, is Oct 22nd.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Saturday, October 21, 2000

Meriden Soap Box Derby and Car Show

The Meriden Lions Club presents their 2nd annual
event at Washington Park starting at 12 noon!
Children ages 9-16 may compete in the derby.
The day will include a special car show,Call ...
Impact Arts Event Group, 686-1700, for info.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Saturday, October 28, 2000

2000 Make a Difference Day

With this 10th annual event, Meriden will join thousands
of municipalities across the nation in celebrating the
spirit of volunteerism by conducting a citywide
beautification effort and assistance drive!
You can help make a difference by calling ...
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

Tuesday, October 31, 2000

Halloween at City Hall

Want to get an early start to trick-or-treating this year?
For the 3rd year in a row, City Hall departments will be
distributing candy to costumed children from 3:00-5:00pm!
Special bags will be available at the Meriden Public Library.
Refreshments and other 'surprises' are found in Council Chambers.
Meriden Parks and Recreation, 460 Liberty St, 630-4259

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