Drivers take heed Saturday
Westbrook Police Department has issued a traffic advisory on Saturday morning, July 19, for the 12th annual Westbrook Strong 5K road race.
Traffic disruptions include:
Captain Hartley Drive will be closed from 7:55 a.m. to the end of the race, approximately 9:30 a.m.
Main Street, between Riverbank Park and Haskell Street, will be closed from 7:55 a.m. to about 8:10 a.m.
Due to runners crossing at Main Street, by Haskell Street, there will be heavy delays at that intersection until the end of the race.
There will be heavy delays on Stroudwater Street, as runners will cross at Forest Street and at Monroe Avenue.
There will be no parking on the odd side of Main Street, between Stevens Avenue and the first entrance of Riverbank Park.
There will be fire and police officers deployed on Main Street, Stroudwater Street and Forest Street.
“Please drive cautiously and slowly through these areas and follow their directions, as they will be working to keep everyone safe,” the Police Department wrote on its Facebook page. “Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, and good luck to all the runners.”
Free concerts schedule
Upcoming free concerts in the city include King Kyote at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 17, at Vallee Square. The following Thursday, July 24, will see Pink Floyd tribute band Eclipse play at 7 p.m.
At Westbrook Common, Hildaland will perform from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 19.
At Riverbank Park, Down to Earth will play from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. American Legion Post 62 and Westbrook Lions will host a barbecue.
The summer concert series at Conant Homestead, 89 Conant St., will continue at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1, with singer-songwriter Jim Sharkey. A donation of $15 to $20 is suggested. The grounds will open at 6 p.m. with an opportunity to visit goats, chickens and gardens.
Free library movie
The Friends of Walker Memorial Library will sponsor a free, family movie, “Moana 2,” from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 19, in the Youth Services Room at the library, 800 Main St.
Free popcorn and a little candy will be available for all.
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