This lecture explores how a small but strategically situated New England community became intertwined with the broader struggle for American independence. Nestled among the rugged Hanging Hills, Meriden’s landscape shaped both its economy and its role in the Revolutionary War, from supplying goods and manpower to serving as a corridor for communication and movement. The lecture highlights the lives of local patriots, the tensions between loyalists and revolutionaries, and the ways ordinary residents experienced the upheaval of war. By blending regional geography with personal stories, it reveals how the ideals of liberty took root not only in major cities but also in quieter towns whose contributions were vital to the revolutionary cause.

Local Event: Liberty in the Hanging Hills

New Haven County

Meriden

Connecticut

Liberty in the Hanging Hills

This lecture explores how a small but strategically situated New England community became intertwined with the broader struggle...

Adventure Palace

Join Adventure Palace and Collaborative ABA Services for an inclusive evening promoting fun for children (ages up to 12) of all abilities. The event features an interactive indoor play area with special pricing at $15.99 per child (including admission for up to two adults) and free face painting and temporary tattoos.&nbsp; Pre-registration is required for discount price.&nbsp; Payment due at entry.

Local Event: Summer Kick-Off Sensory Friendly Family Night!

Summer Kick-Off Sensory Friendly Family Night!

Join Adventure Palace and Collaborative ABA Services for an inclusive evening promoting fun for children (ages up to 12) of all...

Get ready for an unforgettable, city-wide adventure! From 4:00 PM on Friday, June 26th to 4:00 PM on Saturday, June 27th, Meriden transforms into one giant scavenger hunt where teamwork, curiosity, and quick thinking lead the way. Grab your friends and form a team as you race to solve clever clues, track down locations across the city, and snap a photo of your entire crew at each site to prove you’ve cracked the challenge. Every photo with its correct answer must be emailed or texted in by the 4:00 PM deadline on Saturday to count—no late entries! To join the fun, sign up here. All participants will receive the official questions and directions at exactly 4:00 PM on June 26th. It’s fast, it’s fun, it’s full of surprises… and remember: May the Fourth be with you!&nbsp; Register your team below.

Local Event: Red, White and You

Red, White and You

Get ready for an unforgettable, city-wide adventure! From 4:00 PM on Friday, June 26th to 4:00 PM on Saturday, June 27th,...

Meriden Public Library

The powerful true story of Texas electrician Ron Woodroof, who was diagnosed as HIV positive in 1986, and subsequently devoted his life to providing unapproved drugs and supplements to fellow HIV patients during an era when doctors were still struggling to understand the virus.

Local Event: Matinee Monday: Dallas Buyers Club (2013)

Matinee Monday: Dallas Buyers Club (2013)

The powerful true story of Texas electrician Ron Woodroof, who was diagnosed as HIV positive in 1986, and subsequently devoted...

Hubbard Park

Meriden's Independence Day fireworks celebration will be held Thursday, July 2.
The festivities start at 4 p.m. at Hubbard Park with food trucks and face painting. There will be live music at 7 p.m. with the Central City Stompers.
The fireworks display with take place at 9 p.m.
The rain date is July 10.
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Local Event: Meriden's Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

Meriden's Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

Meriden's Independence Day fireworks celebration will be held Thursday, July 2.
The festivities start at 4 p.m. at Hubbard Park...

Join us for an inspiring evening with author Matt Grace as he visits our clinic to share the story behind his upcoming memoir, God Doesn’t Relapse: Sex, Drugs, and the Life That Almost Killed Me.
With more than 20 years of sobriety and thousands of hours mentoring individuals and families, Matt brings a powerful message of hope, healing, and lasting transformation. This special event will include a live discussion on addiction, recovery, faith, and the journey to rebuilding a life with purpose.
Guests attending the event will have the exclusive opportunity to receive a sponsored copy when it is released.
Whether you are personally in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for encouragement, this evening is for you.
📍 6 Business Park Drive, Suite 103A, Branford, CT 📅 Thursday, July 9 🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Reserve your spot today.

Local Event: Author Event - Meet Matt Grace Recovery Activist

Branford

Author Event - Meet Matt Grace Recovery Activist

Join us for an inspiring evening with author Matt Grace as he visits our clinic to share the story behind his upcoming memoir,...

Join us for this month’s Summer Reading Tie-Dye Tie-In! This program will take place outdoors in the Library’s Courtyard, and provide hands-on instruction for folding and dyeing techniques. You may bring your own white (clean and prewashed) items, or use a library supplied bandana. The library will provide dye, rubber bands, and a plastic bag to carry your items home in. This event might get messy, so please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Registration is required.

Local Event: Adult Monthly Craft - Tie Dye Shirts and Bandanas

Adult Monthly Craft - Tie Dye Shirts and Bandanas

Join us for this month’s Summer Reading Tie-Dye Tie-In! This program will take place outdoors in the Library’s Courtyard, and...

31 employers. Hundreds of opportunities. One place to jumpstart your future. 🎉
We're excited to welcome the lineup of employers and organizations offering career opportunities across healthcare, education, manufacturing, transportation, government, human services, skilled trades, customer service, and more!
📅 Wednesday, July 15 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM &nbsp;Meriden Public Library 105 Miller Street, Meriden, CT
Whether you're looking for your first job, a new career, or your next promotion, this is your chance to connect with employers who are hiring now.
💼 Bring copies of your résumé and dress for success! 📝 No pre-registration required—simply check in when you arrive.

Local Event: Job Fair at Meriden Public Library 

Job Fair at Meriden Public Library 

31 employers. Hundreds of opportunities. One place to jumpstart your future. 🎉
We're excited to welcome the lineup of employers...

Join us as we appreciate all things Beatles with a viewing of "A Hard Day's Night." This film is a 1964 musical comedy starring the English rock band the Beatles – John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr – that was released during the height of Beatlemania. It was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay, and credited as being one of the most influential of all musical films.
You won't want to miss this "whale of a time"!

Local Event: Movie Night: A Hard Day's Night (1964)

Movie Night: A Hard Day's Night (1964)

Join us as we appreciate all things Beatles with a viewing of "A Hard Day's Night." This film is a 1964 musical comedy starring...

Radici at the Stand

Join us for a fun night of art! CT artist, Hillary Hany, will be guiding attendees through how to paint a beautiful canvas.
Whether you're a seasoned painter or picking up a brush for the first time, this relaxed, welcoming event is the perfect way to unwind and express yourself. This event is open to all! We're excited to now host this event at a new location, Branford's newest hotspot, Radici at the Stand!
🗓 Date: July 23
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💲 Cost: Just $15 per person
All materials, appetizers, and pizza will be provided—just bring your creativity! The featured design is of a beautiful tree in a meadow!
📍 NEW Location:
Radici at the Stand
196 S Montowese St
Branford, CT 06405
Grab a friend or come solo and meet new people while enjoying a laid-back night of painting and fun. Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve yours today!

Local Event: Root Center Paint night at Radici at the Stand

Root Center Paint night at Radici at the Stand

Join us for a fun night of art! CT artist, Hillary Hany, will be guiding attendees through how to paint a beautiful...

A thoroughly cinematic drama, Elvis’s (Butler) story is seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Hanks). As told by Parker, the film delves into the complex dynamic between the two spanning over 20 years, from Presley’s rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. Central to that journey is one of the significant and influential people in Elvis’s life, Priscilla Presley.

Local Event: Matinee Monday: Elvis (2022)

Matinee Monday: Elvis (2022)

A thoroughly cinematic drama, Elvis’s (Butler) story is seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his...

👑 Once upon a time… 
Fairy Tales Child Care &amp; Development Center is opening its doors for a magical Open House!
Meriden’s best kept secret won’t stay secret for long… ✨ 
Openings are rare—don’t miss your chance to join our fairy tale family!
📅 Saturday, August 1st, 2026 | 10AM–2PM 
📍 470 Murdock Ave, Unit 9, Meriden, CT
🍼 Enrolling 6 weeks – 5 years 
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Local Event: Fairy Tales Child Care & Development Center Open House

Fairy Tales Child Care & Development Center...

👑 Once upon a time…  
Fairy Tales Child Care & Development Center is opening its doors for a magical Open House!
Meriden’s best...

Fairy Tales Child Care & Development Center Open House

Virtual Event with the Meriden Public Library

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Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space. The book includes interviews with chefs who knew Julia well, commentary on her favorite culinary tools and kitchen gadgets, and a stunning array of photos.
Julia Child's 20’ x 14’ kitchen was a serious workspace and recipe‑testing lab that exuded a sense of mid‑century homey comfort. It has been on display at the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., for most of the past twenty-three years, and museum goers have made it a top destination.
The kitchen contains more than one thousand parts and pieces—tools, appliances, utensils, furniture, artwork, knick‑knacks, books, and bits of whimsy—all reflecting Julia’s status as an accomplished chef, gastronome, delightful cooking teacher, television trailblazer, women’s advocate, mentor, and generous, jovial friend.
Julia Child’s Kitchen (and this online conversation) is a must‑have for every serious home cook and Julia Child fan. Register now to enter the discussion and learn more about how Julia Child continues to influence food today!

About the Author: 
Paula J. Johnson is a curator and public historian at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, DC. She conducts research and collects objects relating to the history and culture of American food and serves as the Director of the Smithsonian’s Food History Project. Johnson was one of the curators who collected Julia Child’s home kitchen in 2001 and led the team that created FOOD: Transforming the American Table, a multi-layered exhibition that explores the major changes in food production, distribution, and consumption in the United States since the 1950s. She has shaped and contributed to many public programs on food history and leads the annual “Food History Weekend.” Johnson is the author of many articles and three books, including Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space (2024). She received the Smithsonian Distinguished Scholar in the Humanities Award in 2020.
Johnson began her museum career at the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons, Maryland, and has worked at the Smithsonian since 1991. She is a member of the Association for the Study of Food and Society and Les Dames d’ Escoffier. She serves on the editorial collective for Gastronomica: The Journal for Food Studies.

Local Event: The Legacy of Julia Child's Kitchen with Author and Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson

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Fast-paced, interactive and hip, Brian Gillie’s musical performance “The Roots of Rock ‘n’ Roll” is unlike any history lesson you will ever see or hear. Brian sings and dances his way through this one-hour retro-groove. History, humor, costumes, props, original sound bites, stand-up piano-playing, radio commercials, impersonations and attitude serve to reveal the sound of rock ‘n’ roll through its first fifteen years. Meet the personalities and hear the songs that shaped the music of doo-wop, Motown, girl groups, surfin’, soul, novelty tunes and much more: Little Richard to Coasters, Chuck Berry to Beatles, Elvis to the Four Seasons.

Local Event: Roots of Rock 'n' Roll

Roots of Rock 'n' Roll

Fast-paced, interactive and hip, Brian Gillie’s musical performance “The Roots of Rock ‘n’ Roll” is unlike any history lesson...

Join author and publisher Amber Caple for an interactive workshop designed to help aspiring authors begin the journey from book idea to published author. Participants will start the process by identifying their book topic, defining their target audience, brainstorming a working title, and creating a plan for moving from manuscript to publication. Whether you're just getting started or already writing, this workshop will provide practical guidance, inspiration, and resources to help you take the next step toward becoming a published author.
Amber Caple also known as Amber Shanel is a seasoned author, poet, health and wellness coach, entrepreneur, speaker, and workshop facilitator with more than 15 years of writing experience. She has published 7 books and is passionate about helping aspiring authors transform their ideas into published works.
As the author of Self-Publishing Step-by-Step Guide: How to Publish Your Book on Amazon KDP for Beginners, Amber equips individuals with practical tools, encouragement, and strategies to confidently move from manuscript to publication. Through her workshops, she inspires others to share their stories, knowledge, and expertise with the world.

Local Event: Self-Publishing Success: From Idea to Impact - Workshop with Author Amber Caple

Self-Publishing Success: From Idea to Impact -...

Join author and publisher Amber Caple for an interactive workshop designed to help aspiring authors begin the journey from book...

Self-Publishing Success: From Idea to Impact - Workshop with Author Amber Caple

Learn more about the fascinating story inside the Beatles with our book discussion of John &amp; Paul: A Love Story in Songs. This book by Ian Leslie explores the creative and tempestuous relationship between John Lennon and Paul McCartney, using their songs to guide the narrative and trace their journey from teenage friendship to global superstardom and eventual split.
The book became an instant New York Times bestseller, A New York Times Notable Book of 2025, and was named a Best Book of 2025 by NPR, Kirkus Reviews, The Economist, and The Financial Times.
You won't want to miss this intriguing discussion as we begin to wind down our summer of Rock the Ages!

Local Event: Book Discussion: John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs

Book Discussion: John & Paul: A Love Story in...

Learn more about the fascinating story inside the Beatles with our book discussion of John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs. This...

Book Discussion: John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs

Join us to bring some more positive energy and warmth into your living space by creating decoupage sunflower terracotta pots! We will use napkins to decoupage images onto the pot and then add some artificial flowers to the customized pot for some additional cheerfulness. All supplies will be provided!

Local Event: Adult Monthly Craft Night - Decoupage Terracotta Pots

Adult Monthly Craft Night - Decoupage...

Join us to bring some more positive energy and warmth into your living space by creating decoupage sunflower terracotta pots!...

Adult Monthly Craft Night - Decoupage Terracotta Pots

Help us celebrate a fantastic "Rock the Ages" summer reading journey with the raffle drawing and some light refreshments!
After, be sure to join us for the Summer Reading Grand Finale live concert at 1pm featuring Crossfire Hurricane - The Rolling Stones Cover Band! (No cover!)

Local Event: Adult Summer Reading Raffle Drawing

Adult Summer Reading Raffle Drawing

Help us celebrate a fantastic "Rock the Ages" summer reading journey with the raffle drawing and some light...

Create your own "Bee Kind" hanging with Erin of Mommy's "Board" Silly!
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Local Event: Bee Kind Decor Workshop

Bee Kind Decor Workshop

Create your own "Bee Kind" hanging with Erin of Mommy's "Board" Silly!



Join us as we wrap up our rockin' 2026 Adult Summer Reading Challenge with special guests: Crossfire Hurricane!
As New York's top Rolling Stones tribute band, they bring the timeless anthems of the Stones to life, embodying their energy and spirit on stage. From the raw energy of "You Got Me Rockin'" to the soulful melodies of "Angie", every song is faithfully recreated, promising an unforgettable experience for fans old and new.
It is sure to be an unforgettable summer concert experience!

Local Event: Adult Summer Reading Grand Finale: Crossfire Hurricane Rolling Stones Tribute Band

Adult Summer Reading Grand Finale: Crossfire...

Join us as we wrap up our rockin' 2026 Adult Summer Reading Challenge with special guests: Crossfire Hurricane!
As New York's...

Adult Summer Reading Grand Finale: Crossfire Hurricane Rolling Stones Tribute Band

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Friday, June 26

Summer Kick-Off Sensory Friendly Family Night!

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5:00 PM

Adventure Palace, 470 Lewis Ave, Meriden, CT

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