All Events

June 2010

Save the Date 8/25/2010
Mid-Day In Meriden Summer lunch-time Entertainment Series

Wednesday, June 09, 2010 through Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at 12:00 PM–2:00 PM
At Downtown Courtyard in front of the Parking Garage

Description: Come spend your lunch time in downtown Meriden listening to fabulous music. This summertime concert series is the best way to spend your mid-day. Area restaurants will have quick lunches or you may bring your own. This event is FREE OF CHARGE!

Details of specific performers will be posted soon! Sponsorship opportunities are available for area businesses as well.

Location Info: Between 29 and 55 West Main Street, Meriden, CT.

Contact Info: Contact Steve Ribichaud at the Sandman Gallery at 203.686.0000 for details.

July 2010

25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee at Castle Craig Playhouse

Friday, July 23, 2010 through Saturday, August 07, 2010 at 7:30 PM
At Castle Craig Playhouse

Description: Castle Craig Players present the musical 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee featuring local high school/college students. Come enjoy this popular comedic Broadway musical. Performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm on July 23rd, 24th, 30th, 31st, Aug. 6th & 7th and on Sundays at 2:00pm on July 25th & Aug. 1st.

Location Info: 59 W. Main St., Meriden

Contact Info: Reservations required. For more info or for auditions call 203-634-6922 or go to www.castlecraig.org.

Youth Musical Theater Camp

Monday, July 26, 2010 through Friday, August 06, 2010 at 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
At The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center

Description: Ages 5-18 will learn singing, voice, acting, improvisation, stage, make-up, solos, group singing, auditioning techniques and more.

Location Info: 175 East Main Street, Meriden

Contact Info: Contact Nancy Stewart 203-237-2493 or visit our website http://www.curtisculturalcenter.org.

Masonicare Summer Concert Series "Eddie Foreman Orchestra"

Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 6:30 PM–8:15 PM
At Masonic Health Center (Grounds)

Description: Masonicare FREE Summer Concert Series will be held on the grounds every Thursday evening through July and August. For Polish Music Lovers, this evenings entertainment will be provided by the "Eddie Foreman Orchestra". Area residents are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy wonderful musical performances. In addition to free parking on site, the grounds will be available for picnics from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Location Info: 22 Masonic Ave., Wallingford, CT

Contact Info: In the event of rain or if it appears rain is imminent, concerts may be cancelled. In those instances, CALL 203-679-5900 for information.

The Great Connecticut Traditional Jazz Festival

Friday, July 30, 2010 through Sunday, August 01, 2010

Description: There will be continuous music in 4 venues indoors and outdoor, fun for the family, including the hotel pool for the kids, dance lessons, and dancing in all 4 venues. There will be a variety of food and drinks. Few of the bands are: Cornet Chop Suey, Blue Street, Midiri Brothers, Sarah Spencer, Triple Play, and String of Pearls. AT GATE: $95/weekend pass, $45/session, $60/all day Saturday, Children $6 BEFORE JULY 24: $90/weekend, $40/session, $50/all day Saturday SPECIAL SPONSOR: Be a Jazz Angel $160/3-day pass, special seating Friday 4pm-11:30pm, Saturday 11am-5pm and 6pm-12:30am, Sunday 9am-5pm. There will be an one hour gospel service on Sunday morning at 9am with Rev. Josh Crowell.

Location Info: 275 Research Parkway Meriden, CT

Contact Info: For More information call 1-800-468-3836. Check out the festival details at www.greatctjazz.org.

Meriden-Wallingford NAACP Annual Community "Pancake" Breakfast

Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
At Applebee's

Description: The executive members of the NAACP invite you to the Annual Community "Pancake" Breakfast! Tickets are $8.00 per person and must be purchased in advanced. No tickets will be sold a the door!

Location Info: Wallingford, CT

Contact Info: For tickets, please call the Branch office (203) 237-6907.

August 2010

Fundraiser "Ballin' for Autism" Presents: Autism Integration Day

Sunday, August 01, 2010 at 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
At Meriden YMCA Outdoor Center Meriden YMCA Outdoor Center Meriden YMCA Outdoor Center

Description: Fundraiser will begin with Admission Agenda: 9:00 - 12:00, Admission is $10.00, it will include swimming, moon walk, rock climb, and basketball. 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch, 1:00 - 2:00 Magician Show, 2:00 - 4:00, Social Recreation Stations - Arts/Crafts - Karate - Soccer - Water Baloon/Egg Relay - Yoga, 4:00 - 5:00 Ice Cream/Guest Speaker.

Location Info: High Hill Road, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Jessica Montalvo 203.994.9738 or Kevin Frederick 203.868.4797 with any questions

Meriden-Wallingford NAACP Monthly Meeting

Monday, August 02, 2010 at 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
At New Opportunities

Description: The Branch meets the first Monday of every month. All are welcome to attend! The Executive Committee meeting starts at 6:00pm. The General Body meeting starts approximately at 7:00pm.

Location Info: 74 Cambridge St., Meriden CT

Contact Info: For more information please contact the Branch offices:

P.O. Box 2663
Meriden, CT

(203) 237.6907 or email

Meriden YMCA Strong Kids Campaign Golf Tournament

Tuesday, August 03, 2010

Description: Proceeds from this event benefit the Meriden YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. Includes 18 hole scramble with cart, gift, lunch, dinner and awards.

Location Info: 111 Golf St., Newington, CT

Contact Info: Sponsorship opportunities available. For more information call 203-235-6386, ext. 13 or visit www.meridenymca.org

Ambassadors - Membership Committee Meeting

Tuesday, August 03, 2010 at 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
At Greater Meriden Chamber of Commerce

Description: The Chamber Ambassadors are the Membership Committee. It is an organization of Chamber members who serve existing and new members of the Chamber.

The Ambassadors have traditionally had the role of retaining and increasing membership of the Chamber, and in recent years have been developing a network for welcoming new businesses to the area and thanking businesses that continue their membership on an annual basis.

The Ambassadors Membership Committee meets at 8:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month.

Location Info: 3 Colony St., Ste. 301, Meriden

Contact Info: Call the Meriden Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@meridenchamber.com.

Meriden Health Department Division of Youth Services presents Babysitter's Training

Tuesday, August 03, 2010 at 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
At Meriden Health Department

Description: Learn about the basics of babysitting including: ages and stages, basic care, safety, how to handle emergencies, and more. You will get a certificate of completion at the end of this 7 hour class. This is a FREE class for Meriden youth ages 11-17.

Location Info: 165 Miller Street, Meriden CT

Contact Info: Please call Jodie (203-639-5059) or Tammy (203-639-5058) by July 23rd to sign up.

Get Your Game On at the Meriden Public Library

Tuesday, August 03, 2010 at 12:30 PM
At Meriden Public Library

Description: The Wii will be set up for friends and family to challenge each other to a different game each week. Board Games such as Scrabble, Apples to Apples and many others will also be available for use.

Location Info: 105 Miller St., Griffin Rm., Meriden

Contact Info: All ages are welcome to attend including parents and guardians. Registration is not required. If you have any questions please contact Melissa at mmurphy@ci.meriden.ct.us or call (203) 630-6349.

National Night Out

Tuesday, August 03, 2010 at 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
At City Park

Description: This wonderful event is a national event that will take place Tuesday August 3rd, 2010 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.. The event will take place in City Park. What we are looking for is for your organization to set up a display table showing the cities youth what you can offer them. Last year we had over two thousand people at the event and everyone had a wonderful time. Please make every effort to participate. I hope to hear from you soon.

Location Info: Meriden, CT

Contact Info: To participate, contact Lieutenant Sal Nesci #350, Commander Neighborhood Initiative Unit - School Resource Officer Unit - Meriden Police Department, 50 West Main Street, Meriden, Ct, 06451 - Office- 203-630-6258; Cell- 203-537-1237

Health and Wellness Council Meeting

Wednesday, August 04, 2010 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
At Meriden Health Department

Location Info: 165 Miller St., Meriden

Contact Info: Call the Meriden Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@meridenchamber.com.

Government and Business Development Committee

Wednesday, August 04, 2010 at 8:30 AM
At Chamber Board Room

Description: The regular meeting date for this committee is NOW the 1st Wednesday of the month at 8:30 a.m.

Location Info: 3 Colony St., Meriden, CT 06450

Contact Info: Call the Meriden Chamber at 203.235.7901 or info@meridenchamber.com.

Mid-Week In Meriden Summer lunch-time Music Series " Classic & Jazz"

Wednesday, August 04, 2010 at 12:00 PM–2:00 PM
At Downtown Courtyard in front of the Parking Garage

Description: Come spend your lunch time in downtown Meriden listening to fabulous music. This summertime concert series is the best way to spend your mid-day. Enjoy picnic lunch specials at sponsored eateries, Café Dolce, Paul's Courtyard Café, Cassidy's, & Mazury Polish Deli or you may bring your own. Validated 2hr parking in the parking garage & Butler St. parking area - Free parking at the Colony & Church St. parking lots This event is FREE OF CHARGE! Enjoy " Bill Fisher & Josh Maldonado" - Sax & Conga, Classic & Jazz

Location Info: Between 39 and 55 West Main Street, Meriden, CT

Contact Info: Contact Steve Robichaud at the Sandman Gallery at 203.686.0000 for details.

Movies at the Meriden Public Library

Wednesday, August 04, 2010 at 6:00 PM
At Meriden Public Library

Description: "Back to the Future" will be shown today.

Location Info: 105 Miller St., Griffin Rm., Meriden

Contact Info: The program is free and all are invited

Meriden Health Department Division of Youth Services presents Babysitter's Training

Thursday, August 05, 2010 at 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
At Meriden Health Department

Description: Learn about the basics of babysitting including: ages and stages, basic care, safety, how to handle emergencies, and more. You will get a certificate of completion at the end of this 7 hour class. This is a FREE class for Meriden youth ages 11-17!

Location Info: 165 Miller Street, Meriden CT

Contact Info: Please call Jodie (203-639-5059) or Tammy (203-639-5058) by July 23rd to sign up.

Giving Small Business a Competitive Edge by CT Main Street Center

Thursday, August 05, 2010 at 9:00 AM–10:30 AM
At Northeast Utilities Auditorium

Description: CT Main Street Center invites you to Giving Small Businesses a Competitive Edge with the Small Business Energy Advantage. Presentation by Tim McGrew, CL&P, and Dennis O'Connor, United Illuminating Co. In today's competitive business environment, energy efficiency is a key element in maintaining a healthy bottom line. The Small Business Energy Advantage (SBEA) program is designed to provide cost-effective, turnkey energy-saving services for small businesses who do not have the time, financial resources, or in-house expertise necessary to analyze and reduce their energy usage. Learn how to reduce your energy costs at no additional cost to your business, take home important tips you can use today, and sign up for a free energy audit.

Location Info: 107 Selden St., Berlin

Contact Info: Attendance is free. Networking breakfast included. To register go to info@ctmainstreet.org or visit www.ctmainstreet.org.

2nd Annual Mini Golf Tournament

Thursday, August 05, 2010 at 6:00 PM
At Golf Quest

Description: The Young Business Leaders of CT are sponsoring this event to benefit the Dan M. Hunter Education Award. Sponsorships available. Download the registration form at www.meridenchamber.com under Membership and then Young Business Leaders. 6 pm Shot Gun Start! S

Location Info: 125 Jude Ln., Southington

Contact Info: $20 per player, $75 per foursome, $50 for Hole Sponsorships. For more information call the Chamber at 203-235-7901.