CITY OF MERIDEN
AUGUST EVENTS
SUMMER SOUNDS CONCERTS
The Summer Sounds Concert Series concludes with three exciting performances for the month of August(all shows take place at Hubbard Park’s James J. Barry bandshell). On Wednesday, August 8th, the patriotic sounds of the 102nd Army Band can be heard from 7:00-8:30PM. On Wednesday, August 15th, the beach melodies of Island Rhythm can be heard from 7:00-8:30PM. The Eddie Forman Orchestra brings polka to the stage on Wednesday, August 22nd from 6:30-8:00PM. All
concerts are free to the public with refreshments available for purchase.
MERIDEN NATURE CAMP
Registration is currently underway at the Parks & Recreation office for the three remaining Meriden Nature Camp sessions in August. The one-week programs introduce children to such outdoor skills as canoeing, archery, caving, mountain biking, hiking, climbing, & wildlife identification through a mixture of activities & trips.
PUBLIC SWIM
The 2007 Outdoor Public Swim Program at the Hubbard Park pool will take place through Friday, August 24th. The pool’s daily hours of operation are from 12-6:30PM(open swim). Adult swim(6:45-7:45PM) will take place through Friday, August 10th. Updates on the program’s hours of operation can be found by calling the Recreation Activity Line at 630-4279.
All interested participants must possess a valid 2007 pool pass. Available for purchase at the Parks & Recreation office, it costs $5.00 for adults & $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.
SUMMER FUN RUNS PROGRAM
The 2007 Summer Fun Runs Program will be held on Wednesday nights at the Platt High School track through August 22nd. The free runs will get underway at 6:30PM and feature a ¾ mile race for children and a 5K race for adults.
LIONS CLUB WATERPARK
The Meriden Lions Club Waterpark, located on the corner of Park Avenue & Franklin Street(City Park), has the following hours of operation(weather permitting):
Mondays-Saturdays 12:00PM-4:00PM
Sundays 2:00PM-5:00PM
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
CASTLE CRAIG
The vehicle access road to Castle Craig is open daily from 10:00AM-4:45PM, weather permitting. The entrance to the road is located under the eastern Interstate 691 overpass in Hubbard Park.
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