Vernon Parks and Recreation is hosting a new Friday night program for Vernon middle school-aged students from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, at the Teen Center at 375 Hartford Turnpike.
Called “Friday Fun,” the program is open to 6th through 8th graders and will feature “minute to win it” games, a supervised open gym for basketball and other sports, and opportunities to hang out with friends, all with a Halloween theme. Snacks such as pizza and drinks will be available for purchase. (Cash only on snacks.)
Participants are asked to leave their cell phones at home or, if they must bring them, leave them in their pockets. A fun get-together for Vernon teens without the distraction of electronic devices is a priority of the program.
The cost is $5 and preregistration is required at www.vernonrec.org. The event is open only to Vernon residents.
“Our goal is to provide a fun, safe place for Vernon teens to socialize, join in activities, shoot hoops and generally have a good time,” Recreation Supervisor Julie Halpin said, adding that appropriate Halloween costumes are welcome too. (No full-face masks or weapons.)
“Friday Fun” is a new effort by the Parks and Recreation Department to offer safe, fun programs for Vernon teenagers.
Called “Friday Fun,” the program is open to 6th through 8th graders and will feature “minute to win it” games, a supervised open gym for basketball and other sports, and opportunities to hang out with friends, all with a Halloween theme. Snacks such as pizza and drinks will be available for purchase. (Cash only on snacks.)
Participants are asked to leave their cell phones at home or, if they must bring them, leave them in their pockets. A fun get-together for Vernon teens without the distraction of electronic devices is a priority of the program.
The cost is $5 and preregistration is required at www.vernonrec.org. The event is open only to Vernon residents.
“Our goal is to provide a fun, safe place for Vernon teens to socialize, join in activities, shoot hoops and generally have a good time,” Recreation Supervisor Julie Halpin said, adding that appropriate Halloween costumes are welcome too. (No full-face masks or weapons.)
“Friday Fun” is a new effort by the Parks and Recreation Department to offer safe, fun programs for Vernon teenagers.
Are you ready for Trunk or Treat?
Vernon kids are invited to this special program on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Wear a costume. Come as you are. Just have fun.
We hope to see you.
Cars only. No walkers or bicyclists. Enter Henry Park off South Street.
Vernon residents only.
Vernon kids are invited to this special program on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4:30 to 6:15 p.m.
Wear a costume. Come as you are. Just have fun.
We hope to see you.
Cars only. No walkers or bicyclists. Enter Henry Park off South Street.
Vernon residents only.
UPDATE: Sewer service has been restored and the situation resolved.
Original post:
Sewer service along Wildwood Road in Vernon, near Middle Bolton Lake, will be interrupted for several hours as the Town of Bolton and contractors work to correct a sewer leak.
The leak is in the area of 55-58 Wildwood Road.
The affected sewer is part of the Bolton Lakes Regional Water Pollution Control Authority system.
Bolton officials say that sewer service along Wildwood Road in Vernon could be interrupted for up to 12 hours.
We will share more information as we get it.
Town offices are closed Monday, Oct. 12.
There will be no refuse or recycling collection on Monday.
Monday's refuse routes will be collected on Tuesday along with that day's collection.
Vernon Public Schools are open.
There will be no refuse or recycling collection on Monday.
Monday's refuse routes will be collected on Tuesday along with that day's collection.
Vernon Public Schools are open.
The Vernon Planning and Zoning commission is hosting a community engagement workshop on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. in the community room at Citizens Block, 30 Park Place, to discuss and hear comments on proposed home-based business regulations.
All are welcome.
Follow this link to see the existing regulations and those the revised regulations the commission will consider: https://www.vernon-ct.gov/page/zoning-regulation-revisions
All are welcome.
Follow this link to see the existing regulations and those the revised regulations the commission will consider: https://www.vernon-ct.gov/page/zoning-regulation-revisions
The Vernon Planning Department is hosting two educational workshops as part of its Live Here - Love Trees program.
The first is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. in the community room at Citizens Block, 30 Park Place.
The second is via zoom at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Both are free and open to all Vernon residents.
Please register by contacting the Vernon Planning Department at planning@vernon-ct.gov or 860-870-3635.
The program focused on the importance of native tree species, watering and pruning, proper care and maintenance and whether you might qualify for a free tree in your yard.
The first is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. in the community room at Citizens Block, 30 Park Place.
The second is via zoom at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Both are free and open to all Vernon residents.
Please register by contacting the Vernon Planning Department at planning@vernon-ct.gov or 860-870-3635.
The program focused on the importance of native tree species, watering and pruning, proper care and maintenance and whether you might qualify for a free tree in your yard.
Tickets available NOW!
The Vernon Cultural District, in conjunction with Acme Mystery Company, presents:
"Death Takes A Bow"
Welcome to the historic White Tulip, the seediest theater in London. All the world’s a stage, but some stages are worth more than others. What valuable secrets lie behind the scenes, and how far will someone go to unearth them?
LIMITED SEATING
Tickets are $85 and include a catered meal and the show.
Purchase online at the Cultural District webpage or with the link below.
https://www.eventeny.com/events/death-takes-a-bow-31798/
Proceeds benefit the Vernon Cultural District.
Call 860-870-3635 for more information.
Vernon Police Chief Marc Petruzzi and some officers will visit the Rockville Public Library at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22 to meet with residents,. answer questions and address any concerns.
The chief will also give a brief overview of the types of calls the department hands and offer suggestions for protecting yourself from scams.
All are welcome, but please note that space is limited.
The chief will also give a brief overview of the types of calls the department hands and offer suggestions for protecting yourself from scams.
All are welcome, but please note that space is limited.
The Vernon Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing and revising its regulations. The community has an important role to play in that process, and the commission wants to hear from you.
Input from residents and business owners will help guide the project and ensure the proposed zoning updates reflect the community’s vision.
You are invited to complete a survey by following this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9ZGPQ7K
You can also email comments to zoningregulations@vernon-ct.gov.
Input from residents and business owners will help guide the project and ensure the proposed zoning updates reflect the community’s vision.
You are invited to complete a survey by following this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9ZGPQ7K
You can also email comments to zoningregulations@vernon-ct.gov.
We had another great summer of fresh fruits and vegetables at the Vernon Farmers Market.
We are always looking to improve and value your thoughts and ideas.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey linked below.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/51myasr0eY
Please complete the survey! Your feedback helps us create a better market for the community.
We are always looking to improve and value your thoughts and ideas.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey linked below.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/51myasr0eY
Please complete the survey! Your feedback helps us create a better market for the community.
Thursday is the first day of school for Vernon Public Schools students.
Please pay extra attention as you drive through town, especially as children walk to and from school and school bus stops.
Please remember that children can be unpredictable. Drive extra cautiously.
Keep your eyes on the road and not your phone.
Watch for and follow the directions of school crossing guards as they cross children headed to and from school.
The law requires you to stop when a school bus has activated its red lights and is pickup up or dropping off students.
Passing a school bus while its red lights are flashing and the stop arm extended will get you a fine in Vernon.
Let's all work together to keep our children and each other safe.
Please reference the adjoining graphic below for when you must stop for a school bus.
Please pay extra attention as you drive through town, especially as children walk to and from school and school bus stops.
Please remember that children can be unpredictable. Drive extra cautiously.
Keep your eyes on the road and not your phone.
Watch for and follow the directions of school crossing guards as they cross children headed to and from school.
The law requires you to stop when a school bus has activated its red lights and is pickup up or dropping off students.
Passing a school bus while its red lights are flashing and the stop arm extended will get you a fine in Vernon.
Let's all work together to keep our children and each other safe.
Please reference the adjoining graphic below for when you must stop for a school bus.
The Vernon Planning Department is hosting two education workshops about trees in September and all people are welcome to sign up.
The first session is Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. in person.
The second is via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Please contact the planning department at planning@vernon-ct.gov to signup for each session.
The attached image lists the roadways on which residents may qualify for a tree. If you have questions, please contact planning@vernon-ct.gov.
The first session is Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. in person.
The second is via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Please contact the planning department at planning@vernon-ct.gov to signup for each session.
The attached image lists the roadways on which residents may qualify for a tree. If you have questions, please contact planning@vernon-ct.gov.
The Vernon Parks and Recreation Department hosts the Mayor Dan Champagne Summer Concert Series beginning Thursday, July 30 on the McCoy baseball field at Henry Park, 120 South St.
All are welcome.
The concerts are sponsored by Santini Villa Apartments.
Bring along lawn chairs or a blanket and find a comfortable spot to enjoy the music.
Date Rain Date Band
July 30 July 30 at Rockville High School Rockville's own 102nd Army Band
Aug. 6. Aug. 11 Cover2Cover
Aug. 13. Aug. 18 Nightshift
Aug. 20 Aug. 25 Shaded Soul
All are welcome.
The concerts are sponsored by Santini Villa Apartments.
Bring along lawn chairs or a blanket and find a comfortable spot to enjoy the music.
Date Rain Date Band
July 30 July 30 at Rockville High School Rockville's own 102nd Army Band
Aug. 6. Aug. 11 Cover2Cover
Aug. 13. Aug. 18 Nightshift
Aug. 20 Aug. 25 Shaded Soul
The Vernon Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing and revising its regulations. The community has an important role to play in that process, and the commission wants to hear from you.
Input from residents and business owners will hep guide the project and ensure the proposed zoning updates reflect the community’s vision.
Vernon residents and business owners are invited to attend a public information meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29 in the council chambers on the third floor of Town Hall.
If you are not able to attend the meeting, you are invited to complete a survey by following this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9ZGPQ7K
You can also email comments to zoningregulations@vernon-ct.gov.
Input from residents and business owners will hep guide the project and ensure the proposed zoning updates reflect the community’s vision.
Vernon residents and business owners are invited to attend a public information meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29 in the council chambers on the third floor of Town Hall.
If you are not able to attend the meeting, you are invited to complete a survey by following this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9ZGPQ7K
You can also email comments to zoningregulations@vernon-ct.gov.
Today, Thursday and Friday there are extended hours at Community Pool at 375 Hartford Turnpike.
The pool is open until 7:30 p.m.
Give blood. Save a life.
Help save lives and enjoy movie night on the Red Cross. Come to give blood July 13-31 and get a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price & fees).
You can signup for the blood drive on Tuesday, July 14, 11 am- 4 pm, Rockville High School auditorium lobby, 70 Loveland Hill Rd.
Please go to https://www.redcrossblood.org and use code TOV to sign up.
Vernon town offices and departments will operate on holiday hours this week in observance of Independence Day.
Town offices will close at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 2.
The Vernon Public Works Department will be closed on Friday, July 3.
The transfer station will be closed on Saturday, but will be open Sunday.
Parks and Recreation Department aquatics facilities will operate on regular schedules.
Town offices will close at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 2.
The Vernon Public Works Department will be closed on Friday, July 3.
The transfer station will be closed on Saturday, but will be open Sunday.
Parks and Recreation Department aquatics facilities will operate on regular schedules.
At a recent Vernon Town Council meeting, an artistic fifth grader from Maple Street School and the town’s retiring finance director were honored.
Jamie Fernandez, a fifth grader at Maple Street School, won the top prize in the state fire prevention poster contest. Her achievement is all the more remarkable in that this past school year was Jamie’s first in Vernon. Her family moved here from the Philippines.
Finance Officer Frank Zitkus, who is completing a 37-year career with the town, was a fourth grader when his family moved to Vernon. After developing an interest in accounting at Rockville High School, he went on to the University of Connecticut and earned an accounting degree. He joined the town in 1989, and we thank Frank for his years of service.
Jamie Fernandez, a fifth grader at Maple Street School, won the top prize in the state fire prevention poster contest. Her achievement is all the more remarkable in that this past school year was Jamie’s first in Vernon. Her family moved here from the Philippines.
Finance Officer Frank Zitkus, who is completing a 37-year career with the town, was a fourth grader when his family moved to Vernon. After developing an interest in accounting at Rockville High School, he went on to the University of Connecticut and earned an accounting degree. He joined the town in 1989, and we thank Frank for his years of service.
Vernon’s Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7 for an application for a special permit to add more than 40 parking spaces at 453 Hartford Turnpike, the Vernon Diner.
The hearing will be in the community room at Citizens Block, 30 Park Place, Vernon. (The entrance is in the rear of the building.) All are welcome.
The additional parking for the diner will be on land behind the American Eagle credit union and along Merline Road. The diner recently added seating capacity and wants to add additional parking for customers.
There is a provision in Vernon’s zoning regulations that requires a special permit when an application exceeds a certain number of parking spots. The owner also plans to upgrade drainage.
The hearing will be in the community room at Citizens Block, 30 Park Place, Vernon. (The entrance is in the rear of the building.) All are welcome.
The additional parking for the diner will be on land behind the American Eagle credit union and along Merline Road. The diner recently added seating capacity and wants to add additional parking for customers.
There is a provision in Vernon’s zoning regulations that requires a special permit when an application exceeds a certain number of parking spots. The owner also plans to upgrade drainage.
The Vernon Town Clerk’s office is now offering online renewal of dog licenses, providing residents with a more convenient way to keep their pets properly licensed and in compliance with town and state regulations.
“We are committed to improving customer service and making municipal services more accessible for our residents,” said Town Clerk Karen Daigle.
Dog licenses help ensure that pets can be identified and returned to their owners if they become lost.
Residents are reminded that current rabies vaccination information is required to obtain or renew a dog license.
To renew a dog license online, visit https://www.vernon-ct.gov/o/tov/page/town-clerk, go to the dog licenses tab and follow the instructions provided. Residents who prefer to renew in person can visit town hall during regular business hours. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Renewal by mail remains an option as well.
People registering a dog for the first time must do it in person or by mail. A rabies certificate must be included.
For more information, call the town clerk at 860-870-3662 or email townclerk@vernon-ct.gov.
