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Granby celebrated its volunteer good works and good people at the 2026 Volunteer Fair. Granby is proud to be a true “can do” town! The community came together to celebrate volunteer organizations.
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Each spring the Granby Lions offer to Granby residents to dedicate a flag in memory (or in honor) of a beloved veteran. For a donation of $100, a deserving veteran’s name will be placed on a flagpole and will remain there in perpetuity.
The program formerly known as the Greater Together Community Fund has some exciting updates to share with the community.
The outstanding Lion of the Year award was presented to John Spatcher at the District Governor’s annual awards breakfast on March 8.
Friday, May 15 is the date for this year’s Granby-Simsbury Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic, to be held at Simsbury Farms. Cost for players is $150, which includes golf, breakfast, barbecue lunch, drink tickets, beer keg, raffle, auction and driving range.
Kupruck, Christine E. (Kearns), 92, wife of the late Edward (Ned) Kupruck, February 6
Bue, Carla Ann Newberth, 78, wife of Richard Lyle Bue, February 8
Spring is an exciting time at the Farmington Valley YMCA as we look ahead to warmer weather, outdoor activities and opportunities for families to connect and stay active together. As the season changes, the YMCA is excited to offer several programs and events that bring the community together while helping kids and families build healthy habits.
Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation (GPSG) announced the winners of its annual Senior Art Contest on March 16. Thank you to all the students who submitted artwork inspired by this year’s theme, “The World Is Your Canvas.”
The Salmon Brook Historical Society has two framed hair wreaths in the parlor of the historic Weed-Ender House. These two hair wreaths were made in the mid- to late-nineteenth century and were crafted in memory of members of the Emmons-Case families as well as the Messenger family. During the Victorian Era, hair art was a common way for families to preserve the memory of a loved one.