Month: November 2012

Lights of Hope

Since 2005, Cheshire’s neighbors have turned to each other to find hope in the midst of darkness.  All while raising more than $310,000 for local charities that are important to our neighbors including Cheshire’s Food Pantry, Cheshire Youth and Social Services (food and fuel vouchers), the Petit Family Foundation,  American […]

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Reflections in Hartford

While in Hartford recently I decided to walk around the block with my camera. Chiefly because I wanted to try my hand at reflections in the building glass.  As you look at the photo the first thing I’d like to point out is that I didn’t have an ultra wide […]

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Castle Craig – Meriden, CT

Castle Craig, dedicated October 29, 1900 and given to the people of Meriden, Connecticut by Walter Hubbard is part of the 1,800-acres known as Hubbard Park named after Hubbard. There are hiking trails to the tower (most notably the 51-mile (82 km) Metacomet Trail) as well as Reservoir Road which […]

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CT River Museum – Essex, CT

The CT River Museum located in Essex, CT is an enjoyable museum to take in for folks of all ages.  The museum preserves and celebrates the cultural and natural heritage of the Connecticut River and its valley.  They offer historical manuscripts, books, art, and artifacts of regional significance.  They also […]

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Giuffrida Park

Guifrida Park is a bit of a hidden gem located on the east side of Meriden, CT utilized most by locals. It comprises about 600 acres and it’s beautiful lake is most prominent as many walking trails wind around it.  The park is great for picnics, sunbathing, hiking, nature walks, […]

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