MADISON, CT — Madison's Union District hosts a block party mixing colonial games and modern fun Saturday, the Madison Historical Society's History Happy Hour features the artist behind the Surf Club mural, and the Board of Finance and Affordable Housing Committee meet Wednesday.
Here are five things to know about life around Madison this week:
1. Union District Discovery Block Party
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Old Duck Hole Road, across from 179 Horse Pond Road
What to know: All are invited to the Union District Discovery Block Party, where colonial games from the Deacon John Grave House meet modern fun like an obstacle course bounce house and cornhole, according to the town. Attendees can also sample a colonial-era treat alongside pizza; drinks won't be provided.
More information here.
2. History Happy Hour With Surf Club Muralist
When: Friday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m.
Where: Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Road
What to know: Artist and muralist Patrick Ganino presents "The Creative Evolution of a Mural Artist," a behind-the-scenes look at his process and his recently completed Surf Club mural, featured in the Madison Historical Society's exhibit "A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years," according to the town calendar. Tickets are $15, or $10 for members; advance registration is requested.
More information here.
3. Board Of Finance Meets
When: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m.
Where: James Madison Room, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive
What to know: The Board of Finance meets in person and on Zoom, according to the town calendar. The agenda had not been posted as of Thursday, Oct. 15.
More information here.
4. Affordable Housing Committee Discusses Trust Fund Ordinance
When: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 4 p.m.
Where: Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive
What to know: The Affordable Housing Committee will get an update on the Affordable Housing Trust Fund ordinance and discuss follow-up from a Sept. 24 land use committee meeting and an Oct. 1 Planning and Zoning input session, according to its agenda. The meeting is hybrid.
More information here.
5. Fire House Building Committee Meets
When: Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.
Where: Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive
What to know: The ad hoc Emergency Operations/Fire House Building Committee meets Thursday morning, according to the town calendar. The agenda had not been posted as of Thursday, Oct. 15.
More information here.
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