In Town Focus
In Town Focus — September 2026
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Women’s Breakfast, Camera Club, Men’s Breakfast, Civic Club, Granby Bible Study, and SBHS News
Great Outdoors
Vegetable bounty served up cold
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It is September again (already), school has started and the gardens and farm stands are overflowing with bushel baskets of vegetables. This month’s recipe for marinated vegetables makes great use of any and all of the garden treasures in a healthy way!
Connecticut Press Club Winners' Spotlight
Article on Granby’s history wins award
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For six years the Sadoce Wilcox House, built in 1800, has been under an extensive restoration and, in his award-winning article, local historian Mark Williams highlighted the “gradual unfolding of all that this historical resource has to offer.”
Town/Govt
Granby Community Fund at Greater Hartford Gives now accepting grant applications
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The Granby Community Fund at the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation is pleased to announce it will be accepting grant applications for projects that strengthen the wellbeing, vibrancy and resilience of the Granby community. Applications open Sept. 15 and are due by midnight on Nov. 15.
Salmon Brook Historical Society
LAFD cadets help build celebratory bonfire
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The Salmon Brook Historical Society was one of many organizations that played a significant role in this year’s 250th Anniversary celebration of our nation in Granby.
Fun & Rec
Meet me at the Center — September 2026
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Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities.
September is National Senior Center Month—celebrate with us!
Fun & Rec
Fall is a season of new beginnings at the Y
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As summer begins to wind down, we’re taking a moment to reflect on all of the fun, growth, and connection that happened at the Farmington Valley YMCA this summer. Our camps were filled with field trips, swimming, games, friendships and plenty of opportunities for kids to try something new.
In Memory of...
In Memory of…
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Wilkinson, Karen Shaw (Nutter), 74, wife of the late Victor Nutter, April 19
Odlum, Karen Mary Laubach, 76, wife of the late Jerome Odlum, May 30
Great Outdoors
Electrofishing for (not-so electric) eels in the Salmon Brook
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Seven years ago, the National Park Service added the Lower Farmington River and Salmon Brook to the National Wild and Scenic River System, joining the previously designated Upper Farmington River.
The designation recognizes the rich biodiversity, cultural significance, geological features and recreational opportunities within the watershed.