5 Things To Know In Vernon: West Street Rumble Strip Meeting, Henry Park Trunk Or Treat And More

VERNON, CT — The state Department of Transportation is to conduct an online meeting Tuesday on its plan for centerline rumble strips on West Street, which Mayor Dan Champagne opposes, Henry Park hosts a drive-thru trunk-or-treat the same evening, and early voting for the Nov. 3 election wraps up Sunday.

Here are five things to know about life around Vernon this week:

1. DOT Meeting On West Street Rumble Strips
When: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. (online)
Where: Online; West Street between Regan Road and Dailey Circle and between Route 30 and Daryl Drive, West Street
What to know: The state Department of Transportation holds an online public information meeting on its plan to install centerline rumble strips on two sections of West Street, a state highway: between Regan Road and Dailey Circle, and between Route 30 and Daryl Drive, according to the town. DOT says the strips help prevent head-on collisions and lane departures. Mayor Dan Champagne opposes the plan, saying neighbors will hear the noise around the clock, and urges residents near West Street to attend and share their concerns.
More information here.

2. Drive-Thru Trunk Or Treat At Henry Park
When: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Where: Henry Park, 120 South St.
What to know: Henry Park hosts a one-way, drive-thru trunk-or-treat for Vernon residents, with treats for the first 500 children, according to the town calendar. Kids can show off costumes and see festive displays as they collect treats. Cars must enter from South Street; no walkers, bikes or scooters are allowed.
More information here.

3. Early Voting Ends Sunday
When: Monday, Oct. 26, through Sunday, Nov. 1 (final week); 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, and Thursday, Oct. 29
Where: 375 Hartford Turnpike
What to know: Early voting for the Nov. 3 election continues daily at 375 Hartford Turnpike through Sunday, according to the town. On Election Day, all voting is at regular polling places.
More information here.

4. 'Friday Fun' Night For Middle Schoolers
When: Friday, Oct. 30, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Teen Center, 375 Hartford Turnpike
What to know: Vernon Parks and Recreation launches a Halloween-themed Friday night program for Vernon sixth through eighth graders with "minute to win it" games and a supervised open gym, according to the town. Pizza and drinks are for sale, cash only, and kids are asked to leave their phones at home or in their pockets. The cost is $5, and preregistration is required at vernonrec.org.
More information here.

5. New 'Threads Of Community' Mural Welcomes Visitors To Rockville
When: Unveiled Tuesday, Oct. 20
Where: Cornerstone, 1 Prospect St.
What to know: Artist Heather Herindeen's "Threads of Community" mural, facing East Main Street at Cornerstone, was formally unveiled Oct. 20 by Mayor Dan Champagne and the Town Council, according to the town. Funded through crowdsourcing and a Connecticut Main Street Center grant, it's meant as a visual gateway to downtown Rockville and the Vernon Cultural District.
More information here.