Browse & Borrow — October 2024

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John Oates receives honorary proclamation

First Selectman Mark Fiorentino presented John and Linda Oates a proclamation at the Sept. 16 board of selectman meeting, thanking them for their generosity in donating four Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to the town this past summer. 

Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!

The Town of Granby’s Fire Marshal’s Office and Lost Acres Fire Department are teaming with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to promote this year’s Fire Protection Week campaign, Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!TM The campaign works to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home.

Granby and the First Amendment — Part 2

Last month, we experienced what 1700s Granby life was like living and chafing under a town government responsible for one’s religious well-being. In part two, we’ll add more local religious context as tensions become division in the Salmon Brook Ecclesiastical Society.

Newly-opened Drago’s Kitchen offers creative excellence

Since opening in February, Drago’s Kitchen has welcomed the Granby community into its inclusive and creative breakfast and lunch restaurant, located at 7 Mill Pond Drive. The menu spans gluten-free, vegan and allergen-aware options, as well as innovative kid-friendly and family menu choices.

Connecticut Press Club Winner’s Spotlight

Kudos to our Drummer writers and editorial team for winning awards in 10 separate categories in the 2023 Connecticut Press Club Professional Communications Contest!  We’re spotlighting one of our award winners in each of the Drummer’s next several issues.

Camera Club members paint with light

The Camera Club’s 2023 program of Painting with Light was held at the Lost Acres Fire Department. Members photographed the antique fire truck at night using only flashlights. Shown here is Paula Johnson’s photograph, showing the effect of using different colored light.