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The morning of Oct. 9 found a few members of the Holcomb Farm Tree Trail group planting milkweed and Joe-Pye weed on the wood-chipped bank on the left close to the entrance off Day Street. After thorough weeding, the group inserted 180 seedlings into the bank, compliments of David Desiderato and grown in one of Farmer Joe O’Grady’s greenhouses.
Barbara Schmitt explains how she creates a sculpture with her chainsaw.
Lions Clubs International President Douglas X. Alexander recently appointed West Granby resident Dave Roberts as the Lions’ representative to the United Nations Council of Organizations. In this role, Roberts will represent over 1.4 million Lions at this United Nations’ organization.
Can as little as one alcoholic drink a day raise your breast cancer risk? Studies say yes. But does that mean you should steer clear of alcohol completely? And what about that glass of wine that’s supposed to be good for you?
The Granby Land Trust, along with Granby Public Library and the Friends of Cossitt Library, sponsored a program by John Weeks, Wings Over Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve, on Oct. 5 in the North Barn at Holcomb Farm.
There are certain recipes that we tend to make frequently, whether it’s because they are easy to make, are our favorites, or they bring back fond memories. I was fortunate enough to have a wonderful mother who was also a great cook, and I remember the meals that would repeat several times during the month.
The Annual McLean Golf Tournament supports the vital McLean Home Care and Hospice program that serves residents at McLean and in the community. The tournament sponsors’ generous support, especially during these difficult times, exemplifies their faith in our mission to serve those in need. On Sept. 13, 104 golfers and 35 sponsors raised over $55,000.
Thanksgiving Luncheon: Thursday, Nov. 18, 12 p.m. Sponsored by SafePals Home Care. Our most popular event is back—a traditional Thanksgiving lunch with turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetables and pumpkin pie. Seating is limited. Register by Nov. 12. Cost $8.
