Senior Citizens Center

Join us at the Meriden Senior Center, Wednesday May 8th 9:00 - 11:30 AM for our annual Health Fair!&nbsp;Get free screenings and information including:<ul><li>Free giveaways &amp; raffles&nbsp;</li><li>Sound Healing Meditation</li><li>Balance&nbsp;</li><li>Blood pressure&nbsp;</li><li>Medicare&nbsp;</li><li>Senior living planning</li><li>Mobile mammography info</li><li>Meriden community resources&nbsp;</li><li>Skilled Nursing</li><li>Funeral planning and more</li></ul>
For more information please contact: Liz Parra, Recreation Coordinator at (203) 630-4703 or lparra@meridenct.gov.&nbsp;

Local Event: Meriden Senior Center Health Fair

Meriden

Connecticut

Meriden Senior Center Health Fair

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Join us at the Meriden Senior Center, Wednesday May 8th 9:00 - 11:30 AM for our annual Health Fair!&nbsp;Get free...

Wood-n-Tap - Wallingford

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Wood-N-Tap 970 N Colony Rd Wallingford, CT 06492
Additional Information <a href="https://www.woodntap.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.woodntap.com</a>
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Local Event: Setback with TriCircle at Wood N Tap

Setback with TriCircle at Wood N Tap

Wednesday May 8, 2024: $20 Buy-in, no partner needed Doors open for registration at 5pm The first of 6 games starts at 6pm Limited seating -...

Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller St, Meriden, CT, 06450

Alaska, 1974. Ernt Allbright came home from the Vietnam War a changed and volatile man. When he loses yet another job, he makes the impulsive decision to move his wife and daughter north where they will live off the grid in America’s last true frontier. Cora will do anything for the man she loves, even if means following him into the unknown. Thirteen-year-old Leni, caught in the riptide of her parents’ passionate, stormy relationship, has little choice but to go along, daring to hope this new land promises her family a better future.
 In a wild, remote corner of Alaska, the Allbrights find a fiercely independent community of strong men and even stronger women. The long, sunlit days and the generosity of the locals make up for the newcomers’ lack of preparation and dwindling resources. But as winter approaches and darkness descends, Ernt’s fragile mental state deteriorates. Soon the perils outside pale in comparison to threats from within. In their small cabin, covered in snow, blanketed in eighteen hours of night, Leni and her mother learn the terrible truth: they are on their own.
 Copies available at Visitor Services

Local Event: What's Next? Book Club

What's Next? Book Club

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Alaska, 1974. Ernt Allbright came home from the Vietnam War a changed and volatile man. When he loses yet another...

<a href="https://libraryc.org/meridenlibrary/46852/register" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register Here</a>
You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths, Mother-Daughter Murder Night. 
Mother-Daughter Murder Night follows high-powered business woman Lana Rubicon. She has a lot to be proud of with L.A. real estate empire she’s built. But when she finds herself trapped 300 miles north of the city with her adult daughter Beth and teenage granddaughter Jack, Lana is stuck counting otters instead of square footage—and hoping that boredom won’t kill her before the cancer does. 
When Jack happens upon a dead body while kayaking she quickly becomes a suspect in the homicide investigation, and the Rubicon women are thrown into chaos. Beth thinks Lana should focus on recovery, but Lana has a better idea–find the true murderer, protect her family, and prove she still has power! With Jack and Beth’s help, Lana uncovers a web of lies, family vendettas, and land disputes lurking beneath the surface of a community populated by folksy conservationists and wealthy ranchers. But as their amateur snooping advances into ever-more dangerous territory, the headstrong Rubicon women must learn to do the one thing they’ve always resisted: depend on each other.
Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. Register now!

Local Event: Nina Simon, Mother-Daughter Murder Night

Nina Simon, Mother-Daughter Murder Night

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Register Here
You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a...

First Congregational Church

Bring a friend to this much needed conversation with Erica DeFrancesco, from LiveWell, as she facilitates a conversation with two individuals diagnosed with dementia about the signs and symptoms they have and continue to experience, their experience with their diagnosis of dementia, and how to support individuals with dementia in the community! Learn about how YOU too can make a difference! 
Erica has a background in Occupational Therapy and is the Director of Community Education at LiveWell. She facilitates educational programs for individuals living with varying forms of cognitive change and their care partners. She is especially passionate about changing the narrative surrounding dementia and helping others to recognize that you can live well with dementia, with the right supports and resources!&nbsp;
Sponsored by the First Congregational Church Caring Ministry Group.

Local Event: Community Conversation about Dementia

Cheshire

Community Conversation about Dementia

Thursday May 9, 2024: Bring a friend to this much needed conversation with Erica DeFrancesco, from LiveWell, as she facilitates a...

This informative session will include discussions about:
- Charting a financial course - Women's economic outlook and reasons for optimism - Potential financial challenges e.g. longer life and earning disparity - Taking charge of your own financial future - Overcoming unexpected obstacles
Additionally, topics such as planning for longer life expectancies, the possibility of living on their own, unexpected career breaks for family caregiving, and planning for potentially lower earnings, lower retirement savings, and lower Social Security benefits will be covered.

Local Event: Women and Money

Women and Money

Thursday May 9, 2024: This informative session will include discussions about:
- Charting a financial course- Women's economic outlook and...

TriCircle

HOPE &amp; SUPPORT GROUPS
This is a group for parents, guardians, and&nbsp;loved ones who have someone in their lives&nbsp;affected by the disease of addiction. You are&nbsp;welcome to join the support groups, so that&nbsp;together we provide a safe and supportive&nbsp;environment, while breaking the stigma, and&nbsp;isolation that this disease has created. We&nbsp;provide a confidential place to talk, share&nbsp;your challenges, and ask questions. Please&nbsp;join us, you are not alone, We have two&nbsp;trained facilitators to lead the group and&nbsp;answer questions











To see the complete list of Hope &amp; Support&nbsp;Groups go to: Tricircle.org

For more informationor a virtual link option,&nbsp;please email: info@TriCircle.org.

Local Event: Hope and Support

Hope and Support

Thursday May 9, 2024: HOPE &amp; SUPPORT GROUPS
This is a group for parents, guardians, and&nbsp;loved ones who have someone in their...

Pathway of Recovery
Skill building for continuity and success through the early stages with addiction recovery
Mens Group +18
Every Thursday from 7:00-8:00pm
TriCircle
169 Colony St Rm28
Meriden, CT 06451
Accepting Medicaid and many other commercial insurances

Local Event: TriCIrcle Pathway of Recovery Mens Group 

TriCIrcle Pathway of Recovery Mens Group 

Thursday May 9, 2024: Pathway of Recovery
Skill building for continuity and success through the early stages with addiction recovery
Mens...

We have a wide range of vendor including artisans who make beautiful handcrafted artwork pieces in their studios and dealers of unique products such as a semi precious stones, crystals, seed beads, buffalo bone and horn, shells, Sterling Silver findings and Hill Tribe Silver. We offer both retail and wholesale.

Local Event: BeadShow

Middletown

BeadShow

Friday May 10, 2024: We have a wide range of vendor including artisans who make beautiful handcrafted artwork pieces in their studios and...

73 Clarence Court, Middletown

One last tag sale before the house goes on the market....Furniture, Tools,&nbsp;HO Trains and Accessories, Larger Scale Trains, Lawn and Garden items, Record Albums, Books and More.&nbsp;73 Clarence Court, Middletown, 9-3, rain or shine!&nbsp; &nbsp;

Local Event: Tag Sale -- Everything must go

Tag Sale -- Everything must go

Saturday May 11, 2024: One last tag sale before the house goes on the market....Furniture, Tools,&nbsp;HO Trains and Accessories, Larger...

Since its inception over 300 years ago, Meriden has influenced the world in a variety of aspects, from manufacturing to sports and from art to politics.
Join Meriden historian, Justin Piccirillo, as he takes you on an astounding journey into the origins of this fine community and through milestone events which shaped its legacy.

Local Event: Historic Meriden

Historic Meriden

Saturday May 11, 2024: Since its inception over 300 years ago, Meriden has influenced the world in a variety of aspects, from manufacturing...

This Group is offered every week on a rolling schedule at 3 locations throughout the state. This Monday is in Meriden&nbsp;
May 13th - Meriden 7-8:30 pm&nbsp; 


May 20th - Colchester 6-7:30 pm&nbsp;
May 27th - Rocky Hill 7-8:30 pm&nbsp;
This is a group for the parents, guardians, and loved ones who have had the ultimate impact on their families after a loved one(s) has died from a drug-related passing in relation to the disease of addiction.
You are welcome to join the support groups, so that together we can provide a safe and supportive environment while breaking the stigma, and isolation that this disease has created. We provide a confidential place to talk, share the challenges you are facing and to ask questions.
Please join us, and know that you are not alone. 
TriCircle has two trained facilitators to lead each group and answer any possible questions.
To see the complete list of Hope After Loss Groups go to: TriCircle.org.
For more information or a virtual link option, please email: info@Tricircle.org
PLEASE view the calendar at TriCircle.org , under the services tab for Hope After Loss for the location schedule and locations.

Local Event: Hope After Loss with TriCircle 

Hope After Loss with TriCircle 

Monday May 13, 2024: This Group is offered every week on a rolling schedule at 3 locations throughout the state. This Monday is in...

In honor of National Prevention Week in May, join us for an in-person QPR Suicide Prevention Training! This will be held on May 15 from 11 AM - 12 PM at 165 Miller Street in our Teen Conference Room. Participants will learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.&nbsp;
To register please contact, Elizabeth DeMerchant at edemerchant@meridenct.gov or (203) 630-4288.

Local Event: QPR Suicide Prevention Training

QPR Suicide Prevention Training

Wednesday May 15, 2024: In honor of National Prevention Week in May, join us for an in-person QPR Suicide Prevention Training! This will be...

1741 Pub and Grill

Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 1741 Pub.
$20 buy in and you don't need a partner. Registrations opens at 5 pm and the first game begins at 6.
Food and Drink available
Half of the $20 buy in-benefits TriCircle, an organization that provides resources for individuals, families and communities affected by the disease of addiction. 
For additional information:
Tricircle.org or 1741PubandGrill.com

Local Event: Drop In Setback with TriCircle at 1741 Pub and Grill 

Drop In Setback with TriCircle at 1741 Pub and...

Wednesday May 15, 2024: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 1741 Pub.
$20 buy in and you don't need a partner. Registrations opens at 5 pm and the...

Drop In Setback with TriCircle at 1741 Pub and Grill 

Join fellow film enthusiasts as we explore a diverse selection of timeless classics; our selections will include award winners and feature influential actors and directors. Whether you're a casual viewer or a movie buff, Cinema Classics welcomes all to connect and celebrate the magic of cinema.
 Cinema Classics takes place once a month on Thursdays. The movie will begin promptly at 5:30 pm in the Community Room.
Sunset Boulevard: 1950 ‧ Noir/Comedy ‧ 1h 55m
Screen gem about an aging silent-film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity and enlists a down-on-his-luck, opportunistic young screenwriter to aid her comeback, but her maniacal ego turns the challenge into an uphill battle.

Local Event: Cinema Classics

Cinema Classics

Thursday May 16, 2024: Join fellow film enthusiasts as we explore a diverse selection of timeless classics; our selections will include...

Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater

Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company presents Shakespeare’s As You Like It May 16 - 25. All performances will be held at Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington Street, Middletown.
As You Like It, written in 1599, is one of Shakespeare’s most popular and accessible comedies. The play mostly takes place in the mythical Forest of Arden, and director Dic Wheeler has placed the production in a world which he refers to as “Clown Contemporary”. The fast-paced production features politics, love, exile, cross-dressing, great music, misplaced passion, wrestling, and includes some of Shakespeare’s most famous speeches ( including “All the world’s a stage…”) and, in the protagonist Rosalind, the largest role that he wrote for a female character.
 
The play, which features a cast of 19 performers ages 14 - 20, is directed by Oddfellows Artistic Director Dic Wheeler, with original choreography by Marcella Trowbridge. Costume Design is by Christian Milik, Scenic Design by Tina Hurlbert, Sound and Music by Joseph Getter, Lighting Design by Aaron Wescott, and Properties Design by Pam Lang, 
Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for kids and students. “Big Heart” tickets are available for $25 for anyone who really loves and values theater and its impact on the lives of young people.
Thursday, May 16 is a “Pay-What-You-Can” Preview
Tickets may be purchased at <a href="https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/oddfellowsplayhouse/as-you-like-it" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/oddfellowsplayhouse/as-you-like-it</a>.
For more information, call (860) 347-6143, email <a href="mailto:info@oddfellows.org">info@oddfellows.org</a>, or go to <a href="https://www.oddfellows.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.oddfellows.org</a>.

Local Event: Teen Repertory Company Presents: As You Like It

Teen Repertory Company Presents: As You Like It

Thursday May 16, 2024: 
Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company presents Shakespeare’s As You Like It May 16 - 25. All performances will...

The Meriden Humane Society

**New Date!**&nbsp; &nbsp;Shred your papers and files&nbsp;safely and securely without leaving your car!&nbsp; Stop by on Saturday, May 18, 2024 anytime between 9am-12pm to have your shredding done on site at our touchless, safe event.&nbsp; We will take the boxes or bags from your trunk or back seat.&nbsp; Suggested donation of only $10/box or bag and all donations benefit the animals at the Meriden Humane Society.&nbsp; Bonus:&nbsp; the first 50 cars to come through get an awesome goodie bag!

Local Event: Shred Event

Shred Event

Saturday May 18, 2024: **New Date!**&nbsp; &nbsp;Shred your papers and files&nbsp;safely and securely without leaving your car!&nbsp; Stop...

Meriden City Hall

SPRING CLEANING - ELECTRONIC RECYCLING EVENT 💻🖱🎮🖥📸📻☎️📱📺🔌 City of Meriden and Take 2 invite you to bring your old electronic items to safely dispose and recycle on Saturday, May 18 from 9 am - 12 pm. The collection will be held in the parking lot between the Meriden Library and City Hall. Put all items in the truck bed or trunk of your vehicle and volunteers will be on site to unload them.&nbsp;&nbsp;A list of accepted items can be found here: <a href="https://www.take2recycle.com/accepted-items" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-auth="NotApplicable" id="LPlnk" data-linkindex="0">https://www.take2recycle.com/accepted-items</a>. For questions, please email publicworks@meridenct.gov.

Local Event: Electronic Recycling Event

Electronic Recycling Event

Saturday May 18, 2024: SPRING CLEANING - ELECTRONIC RECYCLING EVENT💻🖱🎮🖥📸📻☎️📱📺🔌City of Meriden and Take 2 invite you to bring your old...

Barnes & Noble

Michael Zanetti, author of the children's book The Sloth and His Friends, will be at Barnes &amp; Noble on Saturday, May 18th&nbsp;from 11:30-3:30 to sign copies. The Sloth and His Friends is a fun, heartwarming story about a sloth that teaches kids about the Amazon rainforest and its rich diversity of life. It's great for kids ages 7-12. Sal the sloth lives a rather dull life in the rainforest canopy. Although Sal has lofty goals, he struggles with his "slothfulness." While his animal friends run, jump or fly around, Sal can barely make it to the top of his tree. Meanwhile, rainforest life is disturbed when a logging company begins clear-cutting trees and burning brush near Sal's home. What will Sal and his friends do? How will they survive? Will nature-loving humans come to their aid? “This book is quirky, funny, and unique and a lot of young people like sloths. Even though it's about a sloth, it's rather fast-paced and exciting,” Zanetti says.

Local Event: Sloth Children's Book Signing

Sloth Children's Book Signing

Saturday May 18, 2024: Michael Zanetti, author of the children's book The Sloth and His Friends, will be at Barnes &amp; Noble on Saturday,...

The Out in the Open Club is a LGBTQIA+ oriented club where we talk about what we are reading, watching, and listening to that’s LGBTQIA+ related. Come hang out in a welcoming environment with like-minded folks.

Local Event: Out in the Open

Out in the Open

Saturday May 18, 2024: The Out in the Open Club is a LGBTQIA+ oriented club where we talk about what we are reading, watching, and listening...

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Berlin

New Haven County

Vincent Salzo

Wallingford

Middlesex County

Durham-Middlefield

Southington

Chris Dehnel

Rocky Hill

Newington

North Haven

Hamden

Event on Saturday June 1, 2024 at 10:45am

Safety in Manhood 

State Trooper’s Use Of Chokehold In Wallingford...

The state Inspector General deemed that a state trooper’s use of a chokehold on a man was justified to defend another state trooper.

State Trooper’s Use Of Chokehold In Wallingford Justified: Officials

State Trooper’s Use Of Chokehold In Wallingford Justified: Inspector General

Crime & Safety

Southington Police Probe Thefts At Local Stores

The Southington Police Department Tuesday released surveillance images of multiple suspects connected to two separate incidents.

Card Skimmer Warning Issued By Berlin Police

A device that steals credit/debit card information was found at a local retail store on Tuesday.

Obituary: John Bafuma, 76, Of Meriden

He was passionate about mentorship. Even in his last days, athletes of yesteryear would often say hello when they spotted Coach Buff in town

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Obituary: Katherine E. Hargett, 37, Of Meriden

She was a nurse in the Emergency Department at the West Haven VA Hospital. She will be greatly missed by both patients and staff.

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