Fun & Rec

Interested in some chess this summer?

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The Youth Service Bureau is piloting an after-school chess drop-in starting late July on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. If you have someone in grades 6 to 9 that would like to grab a friend and a board and join us, please contact AnneMarie at the YSB to register. Ahcox@granby-ct.gov or call 860-845-5355.
If there is enough interest, we will start the last week of July. With sufficient participation, we will continue into the next school year.

Drumrolls

Drumrolls

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Robert James Flanigan III, of Granby, has earned a master of science degree in national security and a certificate in terrorism analysis, and transnational cybersecurity from the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences at the University of New Haven.

Events

PFLAG chapter launching in Granby

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A new chapter of PFLAG is being established this month to serve members of the LGBTQ+ community and their families and friends. The group’s first in-person meeting will be an informal cookout on Sunday, June 22 at 3 p.m.

Events

Container Garden Workshop

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The workshop will be held Saturday, June 7, 2 to 4 p.m. at The Whisk’s new location, 15 Hartford Avenue, Granby.

Browse & Borrow

Browse & Borrow — June 2025

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Registration is required for all library programs unless otherwise indicated. To register, visit granby-ct.gov/Library, and click on “Register for a Program” or call the library at 860-844-5275. To learn more about upcoming programs, sign up for the library’s monthly eNewsletter. For the most updated information on dates and programs, refer to the library’s online calendar.

Events

Granby Artists Association 2025 All Members Show

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The Granby Artists Association presents its annual All Members Show at East Granby Public Library from June 5 to June 26. Since 2002, the association has worked to create a vibrant and supportive community for the arts in Granby. This show features work by your favorite artists as well new people, including Granby high school students, which brings an exciting diversity to the 2D and 3D presentations.

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Chamber held its annual meeting, awards ceremony

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The Granby-Simsbury Chamber of Commerce (GSCOC) held its Annual Meeting on May 1 at Holcomb Farm, drawing more than 75 local small business owners and community members. The evening celebrated the region’s entrepreneurial spirit, recognized key leaders and ushered in the chamber’s leadership for the upcoming year.

Events

Jammin’ For Jake: GMHS students organize benefit concert for beloved peer

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The students of Granby Memorial High School are coming together in a powerful show of support for one of their own. On Friday, June 20, from 6 to 9 p.m., GMHS will be the site of a special benefit concert for Jake Rossi, a cherished senior currently undergoing treatment for cancer.