Library Book Sale will move to July
The Friends of Granby Public Library (FOGPL) Used Book Sale traditionally held in late September will be held in July this year, from July 29-31 at Holcomb Farm.
The change is due to scheduling events, such as weddings, in the Holcomb Farm facility during the month of September.
With this change in date for the sale, the collection of donated items will arrive much earlier than in years past. The Friends of Granby Public Library Board is finalizing the details and will provide the collection dates, times and locations in the next month’s Drummer.
Subscribe to our Facebook page, Friends of Granby Public Library, to contact us and see what is happening with the FOGPL.
Community Garden
If you love to garden, but don’t have a garden spot at home, then the Granby Community Garden might be just the place for you. The community garden is chemical-free with many gardeners now using no-till methods to grow a wide variety of vegetables and flowers. Whether you are seasoned grower or a beginner, you will find a friendly community that loves to share their enjoyment of gardening with each other as well as ideas and growing methods.
Consider applying for a 20’ x 20’ plot at the Granby Community Garden on Hungary Road, for yourself or to share with a friend. To learn more and to apply, visit PlanetEandMe.com and click on the Granby Community Garden tab.
Art exhibition
Granby Artists Association artist Alexander Anisimov hosts an art exhibition to benefit women and children of Ukraine, March 30 to April 30 at 2 Park Place Art Gallery in Granby Center. Free to public.
Legion Pancake Breakfast
The American Legion will hold its famous pancake breakfast on Saturday, April 9, from 6 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Post Hall, 244 North Granby Road. The date coincides with the opening of fishing season. The breakfast features genuine fancy-grade Vermont maple syrup along with choice bacon and special pancakes, orange juice and coffee. No reservations necessary; all are welcome. Proceeds will fund the Post #182 American Legion Scholarship Award, given annually to a deserving Granby Memorial High School student.
Football Fundraiser
Come to La Figata on June 27, 3–9 p.m., for autographs, photos, raffles, book signings, beverages and food, and to meet and talk with sports legends. Proceeds from the Keep the Drive Alive fundraiser tickets and raffles benefit the CT Falcons and CT River Valley Northmen semi-pro football teams. Tickets are $10.
Join Joe D’Ambrosio, sports broadcasting legend, who will emcee the event. Other guests will include Cowboys legend Jim Jeffcoat, boxing icon Connecticut’s Iceman John Scully, Boxing Hall of Fame writer Jack Hirsch, social media giant Philly Sports Guy, NY Yankees author Dr. Paul Semendinger and NE Patriots commentator Keith Engle.
Men’s Breakfast
The next Granby Men’s Breakfast is Friday, April 8, and is in-person. You will be served breakfast. The speaker will be Mindy Gould, second female Marine helicopter pilot in the military, presenting her life and career. The speaker begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. Men of any age interested in joining the Granby Men’s Breakfast should send their contact information to gmensbkfst@gmail.com to be added to the invitation list.
Every participant MUST be a current member of the Granby Senior Center, AND pre-register. Registration for both is simple and easy once you have logged in. To create a Login, go to: schedulesplus.com/granby/kiosk/. Select “Membership.” After you have registered with the Center, your card will be available at the breakfast, where you pay the $2. There is a limit of 50 participants; a counter shows up when you register. A waiting list will be created if needed.
Women’s Breakfasts
On Wednesday, April 6, the Granby Women’s Breakfast Group will welcome George G. Ducharme, Ph.D., who will talk on Native American Women, their past and impact on our lives today.
The Granby Women’s Breakfast Group will have as its May 4 guest speaker, Granby Land Trust member David Emery who will present a program entitled The Wonder of Dismal Brook.
The Granby Women’s Breakfast Group will have Susan Ranstead as its June 1 guest speaker. Ranstead will present a program entitled Imagine a Wildflower Farm in Granby to Enjoy.
Breakfasts will start at 8:30 a.m. and the programs will begin at 9 a.m. These programs will be at the Granby Senior Center, reservations are required and are made through the Senior Center website or by calling 860-844-5352. Cost $4. If you have questions, please call Corinne Dickerson at 860-653-9891.