Once upon a time a primary method of communication was meeting in person at church. These days the cell tower stands right next to the steeple and handles the overwhelming majority of conversations.
Tag Archives: West Hartford Center
After Demolition but Before Construction
This is a view of the construction site on South Main where the Masonic Temple used to be. The old building is down, and the mess has been cleaned up. The plans call for underground parking, so the next step will presumably be to dig a deeper hole. Wonder when that will start?
Flyovers
It looks like the approach to Bradley Airport has changed recently. There are low flying planes over West Hartford these days. This shot was taken from the Center without a high powered zoom lens.
The Lunch Crowd
Looking along Farmington Avenue in West Hartford Center during the lunch hour.
Dine in the Center
The summer season is the time to dine outdoors in West Hartford Center. It’s an opportunity to see and be seen, though it looks like I was out too early to spot the any local celebrities at Bricco.
The West Hartford Budget
A review of the West Hartford budget process that was completed at the end of April.
Kiosk Parking in Effect
Kiosk parking was in effect this morning in West Hartford Center. When you pay at the kiosk you have to enter your license plate number, so make a mental note of that. Also, the parking rates increased to $1.50 per house, so a quarter will get you 10 minutes.
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Parking Kiosks
Parking Kiosk
I noticed my first parking kiosk while walking around the Center the other day. Here is the update on the Town’s website about the rollout of the new parking payment system.
Outdoor Dining in the Center
Celebrate Summer
In Step on Memorial Day
Preparing for the Ball
The Mayor’s Charity Ball is scheduled for this coming Saturday evening. As of Thursday afternoon, the tent was up and preparations were well underway…