Youngsters display the flowers they crafted at Norton Park Fun Day held Aug. 14. The annual event was sponsored by the Plainville Parks and Recreation Department.

The gazebo in Norton Park, dedicated in memory of Jennifer Hawke-Petit, and her daughters, Hayley Petit and Michaela Petit, is a peaceful place today, July 23. Two years ago today, the young women died tragically during a home invasion in Cheshire. A memorial service was held this morning at Our Lady of Mercy Church.

One of three dancers - demonstrating hip hop and breakdancing styles - stands on his head during a program held July 17 at Norton Park. The event was co-sponsored by the Plainville Parks and Recreation Department and Plainville Public Library. For more photos, click on the photo gallery tab above and look for "Hip hop."

The Plainville Wind Ensemble performs for a big crowd Tuesday evening as the Norton Park concert series kicks off for the summer.

An enthusiastic team at Relay For Life of Plainville 2009 poses for a photo Saturday, June 13 at Norton Park. By Sunday morning, most of the participants were soaking wet following a night of heavy rain. For more photos, click on photo gallery tab above and select Plainville Relay For Life. A selection of photographs will be in the June 18 issue of The Plainville Citizen.

Relay For Life of Plainville participants prepare for the Memorial Day parade to spread the message about the event Saturday, June 13 to Sunday, June 14 at Norton Park. The preliminary schedule is: Saturday - 10 a.m. to noon — set up; Noon — opening ceremony; 3 p.m. — Survivor Ceremony: Ceremony, Survivor and Caregiver Laps, Reception for survivors and their caregivers. Damon Scott from 96.5 WTIC will emcee the Survivor Ceremony; 9 p.m. — Luminaria/Remember Ceremony. Saturday - 9 a.m. — Fight back event. Relay For Plainville will close immediately following. For more information or to volunteer, e-mail plainvillerelay@yahoo.com.