Manager's Message:

Summer has flown by, and September is upon us. While things are a bit more "normal," we still need to be vigilant against COVID-19. The Town Hall and several businesses are accepting the Center for Disease Control's guidelines to require face masks indoors. Please respect these decisions. We have also worked to host additional vaccination clinics for those now eligible or for those who were waiting for full FDA approval. Working together we can keep our caseload low and avoid more stringent actions. Please help our community stay safe.

A Special Town Meeting has been scheduled for Monday, August 30 at 7 PM in the High School Lecture Hall (front left door entrance). Two presentations will be made on projects which will be forwarded for a vote on Tuesday, November 2 with the election, to authorize borrowing. Question 1 seeks $325,000 for the planning, design and construction of a new softball field and related improvements along Plains Road (Miller Richardson area). Question 2 seeks additional funds ($2,780,000) for roof and fire alarm system replacements at Coventry High School, and the newer section of GH Robertson School due to the architect's revised cost estimates.

Please enjoy the opportunities offered to you this month, from the Farmers' Market (Energy Fair this weekend on Aug. 29), to a guided walk of the Hayes Sculpture Field on September 25.

Weather has delayed our chip seal and road reclamation projects, but they have been rescheduled and are expected soon. Sign up for Coventry road closure alerts, as well as weather-related and emergency notifications on our new notification platform, CivicReady, at this link.

COMING EVENTS: 

Weds 9/1: Mobile Foodshare, 10-10:30 AM, First Congregational Church, 1171 Main Street. An outdoor food distribution service for persons of low income. Text FOODSHARE to 85511 to receive the mobile schedule and cancellations directly on your phone. More info.

Sat 9/4: 50% Off Sale, 9 AM - 1 PM, Noah's Closet Children's Shop, 1746 Boston Turnpike. 50% off on books, games, puzzles, toys, and DVDs. Later this month: On 9/11, grandparents get 50% off one item and a coupon for 50% off to use at a later date. On Tuesday, 9/21 and Saturday, 9/25, take 50% off all fall clothes. More info: 860-742-1616 or visit their website. Donations of gently-used items for children are welcome on Tuesday and Saturday mornings.
  
Sun 9/5: Coventry Farmers' Market, 10 AM - 1 PM, Hale Homestead, 2299 South Street. Back to an in-person market this season! For more info, visit our website or follow CFM on Facebook or Instagram. Every Sunday from June 6 - October 31, 2021.

Sat 9/11: Scout Day, 10 AM - 2 PM, Nathan Hale Homestead, 2299 South Street. Cub and Girl Scouts will participate in activities to help all levels move toward completing requirements such as pitching a tent, cooking over a fire, first aid, flag-raising ceremonies, and more. Scouts will receive a special badge that can only be obtained at the state hero's home. $8.50 per person. Reservations recommended at hale@ctlandmarks.org or 860-742-6917.
 
Sun 9/12: Coventry Farmers' Market, 10 AM - 1 PM, Hale Homestead, 2299 South Street. Back to an in-person market this season! For more info, visit our website or follow CFM on Facebook or Instagram. Every Sunday from June 6 - October 31, 2021.

Sun 9/12: Coventry Arts Guild Open House, 1-4 PM, Mill Brook Place, 1267 Main Street. A celebration to include art, music, and various demonstrations by guild members. Current guidelines regarding public gatherings will be observed. See the Guild Facebook page or email for more information.
 
Weds 9/15: Mobile Foodshare, 10-10:30 AM, First Congregational Church, 1171 Main Street. An outdoor food distribution service for persons of low income. Text FOODSHARE to 85511 to receive the mobile schedule and cancellations directly on your phone. More info.

Sat 9/18: Roast Pork Drive-thru/Take-out Dinner, Second Congregational Church, 1746 Boston Turnpike. Roast Pork, Shady Glen coleslaw, baked beans, apple sauce and dessert. $13 adults, $6 children. Place orders by calling 860-742-1616 or email and indicate pick-up time of 5:00, 5:30 or 6:00 PM. Correct amount of cash or check is required. Drive down from church parking lot to the Community House located across from Highland Park.

Sun 9/19: Coventry Farmers' Market, 10 AM - 1 PM, Hale Homestead, 2299 South Street. Back to an in-person market this season! For more info, visit our website or follow CFM on Facebook or Instagram. Every Sunday from June 6 - October 31, 2021.

Sat 9/25, Sculpture Project Fundraiser, 11 AM - 2 PM, David Hayes Sculpture Fields, 905 South Street. Get a guided tour of the sculpture fields and first floor of the Hayes Homestead, and enjoy a box lunch and live music. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. More information.

Sun 9/26: Coventry Farmers' Market, 10 AM - 1 PM, Hale Homestead, 2299 South Street. Back to an in-person market this season! For more info, visit our website or follow CFM on Facebook or Instagram. Every Sunday from June 6 - October 31, 2021.

Weds 9/29: Mobile Foodshare, 10-10:30 AM, First Congregational Church, 1171 Main Street. An outdoor food distribution service for persons of low income. Text FOODSHARE to 85511 to receive the mobile schedule and cancellations directly on your phone. More info.