​Jazz Alive!

Internationally acclaimed jazz bassist, Nat Reeves, will kick off the 2015-16 season of the Bruce Porter Memorial Music Series with Mark Templeton on piano and Kurt Berglund on drums on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 4 p.m. at South Congregational Church, 242 Salmon Brook Street. Admission free, donations welcome. Wheelchair accessible. 860-653-7289. […]

​Haunted House Diaries

The Friends of the Cossitt Library will host William T. Hall, author of The Haunted House Diaries, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2–3 p.m. Hall will talk about a 1790 farmhouse that sits near the epicenter of a paranormal commotion, nestled deep in Litchfield Hills. Registration is required.  Advertisement for Action Carpet and Floor Covering in Simsbury CT and Windsor CT […]

​GEF Grants

The next deadline for application submissions to the Granby Education Foundation’s Grant Programs is Oct. 15. Please visit the website for further information at www.granbyeducationfoundation.org.    […]

​Granby Democrats host fundraiser for scholarship fund

By Jim LofinkCome and celebrate Decades of Democratic Service to Granby, Thursday, Oct. 8, from 6–8:30 p.m. at Lost Acres Vineyard.This event will recognize public service over the past two decades, showcasing volunteerism of time, energy and talents to help make a difference in the town of Granby. You will also meet the current local elected officials and the candidates running for fall election.Enjoy a full pasta dinner accompanied by a complimentary glass of Lost Acres Vineyard wine, wh […]

​South Church offers five week compassionate parenting course

By Brita GotbergAs fall brings cooler weather, apple pies and pumpkin lattes, it also brings along the packed schedule of the school year. Although the increase in activity is welcome, it can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed out and running low on patience. Perhaps this fall is the time to equip yourself with a few new parenting tools to help you get through another busy year.South Church is offering a five week compassionate parenting course led by Heather Legace, Licensed Profession […]

Harvest Dinner and Silent Auction

Save the date–Nov. 7. Join the Friends of Holcomb Farm on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Metro Bis Restaurant for the annual Harvest Dinner and Silent Auction, in support of the Fresh Access program. This great event raises funds to supply wholesome, nutritious vegetables to those in need in Granby as well as the greater-Hartford region. Dinner will feature delicious food sourced from Holcomb Farm and expertly prepared by chef extraordinaire Chris Prosperi. The evening will also include a silent auction. […]

Services for David Hildreth

The family of David Hildreth will hold a graveside burial service Sept. 12 at 3 p.m. at Granby Cemetery. A reception will follow at South Congregational Church Parish House. The public is invited to come and share memories. […]

Huge Tag Sale

The Friends of Cossitt Library will offer terrific bargains at the gazebo on Saturday, Sept. 12 (rain date Sept. 19), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No early birds. Find a gas grill, guitar amplifier, tall ship, tools/hardware and more, more, more! […]

September Lunch for the Mind program – the People of Japan

By Eileen Longhi Would you like to learn more about how Japanese heritage shaped its peoples way of life or its challenges with a growing-older population? Or learn more about the traditional Japanese tea ceremony? If these, plus exploring Japan’s past and present culture and customs pique your interest, please join the Granby Civic Engagement Education Team’s Lunch for the Mind program on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 12:30 at the Granby Senior Center. A nita Ferron, lecturer at Manches […]