Five Things to Do this Weekend Around Cheshire

Here are our top five picks for weekend fun in Cheshire. For more ideas, check out our events list!

1. Cheshire Motorcycle Ride Hosted by Sunshine Kids. Raises funds for programs and events, for children receiving cancer treatments. Saturday, 9:30 am, Bartlem Park, 520 S Main St. $25.00
2. Civil War Encampment. Travel back in time when soldiers with muskets patrolled their territory. (Will you be taken prisoner?) Saturday, 9:00 am, Quinnipiac River Watershed Association, 540 Oregon Rd, Meriden. Free
3. Dog Tales at the Cheshire library. Children have fun reading to a furry friend who doesn't mind if those long words are hard to say! Saturday, 3:00 pm, Town of Cheshire Public Library, 104 Main St. Free but please preregister.
4. Mark Jardim Memorial Jog, to honor Cheshire resident who was killed in the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center. Donations provide scholarships for local students. Sunday, 11:00 am, Cheshire Park, 20 Highland Ave. $20.00
5. Blessing of the Animals. In observance of The Feast day of St. Francis, this wonderful event pays homage to the saint who loved all God’s creatures. Sunday, 2:00 pm, St. Peter's Church, 59 Main St. Free.