Posted on: February 11, 2021
February is the perfect time to get out and explore Merriam with that special someone in your life! With an entire day devoted to love on Sunday, February 14, hearts, candy, romance and snow are all in the air!
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Posted on: November 9, 2020
As we approach the upcoming holiday season while continuing to navigate this pandemic, there is still so much to be thankful for in Merriam and across the metro region. Read our latest blog for five ways to give thanks this November!
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Posted on: September 28, 2020
Make the most of cool days and chilly nights with these quintessential fall to-dos' in and around Merriam. Check out our newest blog at the link below!
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Posted on: August 12, 2020
The Fall 2020 issue of our Highlights and Recreation magazine is now available. The award-winning magazine is published three times per year and mailed to all Merriam residents and businesses.
Find information about City news and services, upcomi...
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Posted on: August 25, 2020
An amazing find! Construction workers discovered a small time capsule in the 1911 cornerstone of the Irene B. French Community Center.
Denton Excavating crews were removing the cornerstone for preservation when they made the discovery.
No gold inside the ca...
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Posted on: April 1, 2020
Check your mailboxes! The Summer 2020 issue of our Highlights and Recreation magazine is now available. The award-winning magazine is published three times per year and mailed to all Merriam residents and businesses.
View the magazine online.
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Posted on: April 6, 2020
With a heavy heart, the Merriam Parks and Recreation Department has officially canceled the 35th Annual Turkey Creek Festival.
The health and safety of our community, team members, and patrons continue to be our top priority.
The Turkey Creek Festival 5K is...
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Posted on: April 6, 2020
If you're one of the millions of workers finding yourself in a tizzy to create a make-shift office from your dining room table with files in a tote bag and a messy kitchen nearby, you are not alone. Check out these tips for working at home during COVID.
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Posted on: March 25, 2020
While our parks are not closed to the public, we recommend you follow CDC guidelines and avoid our playgrounds and park equipment. We encourage you to enjoy our Turkey Creek Streamway Trail and other public trails across the region.
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Posted on: March 24, 2020
The Visitors Bureau has created a local love challenge. Similar to bingo, it's a fun idea to try at home with your family while you shelter in place. See if you can cross off all 12 spots, and then, create a few of your own.
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
In an effort to limit the community spread of COVID-19, the City of Merriam is closing all city offices to the public effective today, March 17 at noon through Sunday, April 5. All essential services will remain operational, and our employees are ready to...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
This month's blog post was originally slated to discuss traveling green! We believe it's still a pertinent topic and one that we can all implement while planning our travels ahead--travels we hope can be a reality sooner than later!
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Posted on: March 13, 2020
Irene B. French Community Center Closing Today at 5 p.m.
In a continued effort to limit the spread of COVID-19, the City of Merriam will close the Irene B. French Community Center at 5 p.m. today, March 13 with the plan to reopen Monday, April 6, 2020. All...
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COVID-19 Updates
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Posted on: March 20, 2019
Having been at Drury in Merriam for 13 years now, would you consider this community your home away from home and why?Absolutely! It's so vital to know the community inside and out so that we can direct our guests to the best restaurants and attractions wh...
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Posted on: April 10, 2017
In celebration of National Pet Day on April 11th (yes, it’s a thing–the National Calendar at a Glance says so), we thought it fitting to celebrate and share the fur babies in our lives, and educate visitors about Merriam’s plethora of pet-friendly places.
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Posted on: September 21, 2016
In an effort to keep the community up-to-date on the development of a Parks Facilities Master Plan, there's now a blog dedicated to the issue. Click below to stay informed of this exciting master plan.
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Posted on: August 3, 2016
There's plenty to do with kids in and around Merriam. Stop by Merriam Historic Plaza to pick up a road trip bingo card (or download one at the read more link), then hit the open road in Kansas to discover popular visitor attractions, eateries and more ac...Read on...
Just for Kids
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