Granby Grange #5 marked a remarkable milestone in January, celebrating its 150th anniversary. Established on Jan. 12, 1875, the Grange has been a staple of community life in Granby and a key part of Connecticut’s agricultural history.
The anniversary celebration took place during president Judy Doyle’s chaired regular monthly meeting. Members of the Grange and guests gathered to reflect on the organization’s deep roots in the town and its continued legacy of community service. Connecticut State Grange Vice President Ted Powell and State Representative Mark Anderson, a member of the Granby Grange, attended and offered their congratulations and best wishes for the future.
Granby Grange was the fifth community grange to be chartered in Connecticut. Harvey Godard, Granby Grange’s first president, was also the first president of the Connecticut State Grange. The Grange moved into its current hall at 212 North Granby Road in 1940, a historic building that once served as the town hall and a schoolhouse.
Granby Grange has long been a vital part of the community, and thanks to the support of neighboring Riverton Grange members, who assisted in revitalizing Granby Grange, the organization is thriving.
Granby Grange’s 150th-anniversary celebration marks a historic milestone and a continued commitment to the values of community, cooperation and service that have defined the organization since its founding.
Submitted by Dave Roberts, Secretary, Granby Grange #5