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n To Granby, with Love, author Faith Tyldsley takes readers on a poignant journey through the history-rich writings of Carol Laun. This editorial tribute is dedicated to the memory of Laun, an extraordinary woman who was viewed by many as “Granby’s history personified.”
Mark Guiod, Granby resident and former Air Traffic Chief for the FAA at Bradley International Airport, has a new role — film producer. Through his son David’s post-film school connections, Guiod became a producer for a new independent feature film, Art Thief, that is making the rounds of film festivals across the country. The film will be screening Feb. 1 at the Cabot Theater in Beverly, Mass., and a local screening is also being planned.
The Granby Racial Reconciliation (GRR) has for the past two years hosted a fun and well-attended Granby Celebrates Juneteenth Festival.
Granby Racial Reconciliation is hosting a series of four 1.5-hour workshops to discuss the intersection of race, religion and politics. The hope is that, in the year of a national election, these guided conversations will enable participants to better understand the dynamics of these social forces at work in our nation, enabling them to better participate in our democracy.
Are you a compassionate person who loves to provide companionship, provide a listening ear, and help someone smile? Consider being a hospice volunteer with the Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Litchfield County. We are currently looking for volunteers in the Farmington Valley area.
Granby Youth Lacrosse (GYL) planted its Granby roots 23 years ago for boys and girls. As GYL approaches a 25th anniversary milestone, the history and legacy of lacrosse shall not be lost.
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.
Graduating high school seniors who are permanent Granby residents are cordially invited to apply for the 2024 Granby Artist Association Annual Scholarship. The scholarship is a cash award of $1,000 given to a student of higher artistic skill to be utilized toward upcoming college expenses.
The Granby Conservation Commission has worked with Blue Earth to add residents in Granby to its residential composting program.
Fresh Access: The Impact is Real, Stewardship: The Trails are Open, and
Farming: Feeding the Soil That Feeds Us