Factory To Be Converted To Apartments + Daffodil Festival Returns

Welcome back, Meriden. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Feb. 5.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny; breezy, colder. High: 27 Low: 9.

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Here are the top stories today in Meriden:

1. Developer hopes to convert former Meriden Aeolian factory into 80 apartments (Meriden Record-Journal)
2. EDITORIAL: Meriden's Daffodil Festival is back (Meriden Record-Journal)
3. ON THE MARKET: Colonial with 2-acre lot on the east side of Meriden (Meriden Record-Journal)
4. Winning $825000 Lottery Ticket Sold At New Britain Gas Station (Northern Highlands Daily Voice)
5. Obituary: Sharon Stern Klotzberger, 76, of Meriden (Meriden Patch)
6. Man armed with 'machete' tries to rob Wendy's in Newington (WFSB)

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Today in Meriden:

• Ebony & Ivory Exhibit Opening Reception (12:00 PM)
• Ebony & Ivory Exhibit (12:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Meriden Humane Society: "**** Qualified Breed Experienced Fosters or Adopters will only be considered **** Name: King Breed: Rottweiler Age: 3 years old Size: Large - 71 lbs Energy Level: Medium/High Crate training – In process Dogs: Selective Cats: Yes Training..." (Facebook)
• Meriden Humane Society: "Diamond says thank you to all of her friends that sent treats and sour pups are feeling the love with their toys and collars! Thank you to the family who donated in loving memory of their Bubba and the one that donated to honor their Bub..." (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "During the month of February, there will be baskets in the foyers of all churches to collect last year's Palms. On Tuesday, March 1st we will have a "Burning of Palms" at the OLMC Campus, 6 pm sponsored by Faith Formation." (Facebook)
• Boys & Girls Club of Meriden: "Due to the icy conditions expected later today into the night there will be no After School Program, Basketball or Volleyball." (Facebook)
• Boys & Girls Club of Meriden: "Only 56 days left until our early registration deal ends. Save money on a fun filled summer by registering for Cuno Camp before April 1st,2022! Call the club today or visit us at bgcmeriden.org for more information." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "We're hiring lifeguards for our indoor pools in New Britain and Meriden, and for our outdoor pool at Mountain Mist this summer. Visit our website to apply online. #lifeguard https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails..." (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels, Meriden CT: "a nice thought on a dreary day ..." (Facebook)
• Meriden YMCA: "We're excited to announce another one of our Mountain Mist Day Camp village directors for summer 2022! Congratulations to Ethan Brazel! Ethan will lead the Adventurers which are campers who have completed grades 7 and 8 as of the end of ..." (Facebook)
• The Salvation Army - Meriden, CT: "Major Debra Ashcraft, Divisional Commander gives thanks to all of our wonderful volunteers, donors and community partners for making it possible to help so many people in need! #HopeMarchesOn" (Facebook)
• Meriden Youth Theatre: "She's leading a parade! Take a 📸!" (Facebook)
• Our Lady Queen of Angels: "During the month of February, there will be baskets in the foyers of all churches to collect last year's Palms. On Tuesday, March 1st we will have a "Burning of Palms" at the OLMC Campus, 6 pm sponsored by Faith Formation." (Instagram)

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— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.