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Spotted on the Meriden calendar: Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords

Wednesday August 19th Patch AM
Wednesday August 19th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hi Meriden! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords at St Francis of Assisi Church
  • Italian Festival 2026 at St. George Church
  • Tech Topics: Passkeys and Other Account Questions at Meriden Public Library

... and check out 5 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Fog will lift in the morning, with a high of 87 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid; a p.m. shower possible, temps: high: 80, low: 58.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 83 and low of 59 degrees.

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    Wednesday August 19
  • Counselors Available for Schedule Changes
    New Britain High School New Britain, CT 06051
    8:00 am
  • Counselors Available for Schedule Changes -Last appt. at 1:30pm, a
    New Britain High School New Britain, CT 06051
    8:00 am
  • STEAM Summer Classes for Kids
    Middlesex County Chamber Chelsea Groton Bank Norwich Westside Branch 444 West Main Street Norwich, CT
    9:00 am
  • Continuing Education: Training on CHFA Programs
    Middlesex County Chamber New Haven Middlesex REALTORS 2730 Boston Post Road Guilford, CT 06437
    9:00 am
  • Senior Lunch
    Middlefield, CT Calendar, 405 Main St., Middlefield
    10:30 am
  • 2026 Top Dog Fundraiser for Middlesex United Way
    Middlesex County Chamber Missy's Top Dog Food Stand 221 Marlborough Street (Route 66) Portland, CT 06480
    11:00 am

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Middlefield Children's Center -- enrolling and hiring!
    Middlefield Children's Center, a cooperative Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool in Middlefield, is welcoming children ages 32 months through 5 years... (More info)

💬 Chatter

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  • Elara Caring posted a job opening for Medical Insurance Specialist Homecare in Meriden. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Wallingford

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  • Popular Connecticut bakery is nearly tripling its space with move to new town (ctpost.com)

Cheshire

  • Home With 'Warm And Inviting Atmosphere' Hits The Market In Cheshire (patch.com)

Ok Meriden! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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