History and arts hike set for Trails Day

The Torrington Trails Network and Torrington Historical Society will conduct a Trails Day Hike from the John Brown Birthplace site on John Brown Road, Torrington on June 1 at 10 a.m.

Community Serve Day is May 18

The next Stony Hill Community Serve Day will be Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. to noon. This is a reschedule as the Granby Police Department cautioned that a closure of Salmon Brook Street for another activity would impact volunteers. 

Dedicate a flag to a veteran

The tradition of posting American flags in Granby has existed for more than 17 years and has provided a way to remind our citizens of the dedication and sacrifices made by our veterans, our families, friends, and neighbors.

Out of Town — May 2024

Windsor fundraiser benefits grieving families, Granby-Simsbury Chamber Golf Tournament, Connecticut Trolley Mu-seum May events, and Regional Chamber of Commerce to hold symposium

Libraries Book Sale July 26-28

Mark your calendars, this year’s Friends of the Granby Public Libraries (FOGPL) 41st annual Used Book Sale will be held at Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Road, West Granby. Preview Night is on Friday July 26, 5-8 p.m. with a $10 entrance fee.

Lady Carrie returns to Granby

For the second year in a row, Granby Racial Reconciliation is happy that Lady Carrie, executive director of Jada Foundation CT Double Dutch League, accepted its invitation to direct the Double Dutch exposition at the Granby Racial Unity Festival Saturday, June 29. Her program was well received at last year’s Granby Celebrates Juneteenth Arts and Education Festival.

What can you create in a Makerspace?

Granby Public Library is looking for fellow “makers.” A “maker” is someone who enjoys creating things from scratch, whether it’s electronics, crafts, or inventions. They like to tinker, experiment, and build, often using tools and materials to bring their ideas to life.