In Town Focus
In Town Focus — July/August 2024
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Salmon Brook Historical Society News
Events
Granby-Simsbury Chamber of Commerce hosts annual meeting and awards
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On May 23, the Granby-Simsbury Chamber of Commerce gathered at the picturesque Holcomb Farm in Granby for its annual meeting and awards reception. This event is a testament to the dedication and hard work of its esteemed members and sponsors, whose unwavering support forms the foundation of our shared success.
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Summer Reading Kickoff delights more than 260 attendees
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The Granby Public Library’s June 14 summer reading Read, Renew, Repeat, kickoff event featuring Matica Circus was a resounding success!
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Library Book Sale is July 26-28; donations being accepted
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This year, the Friends of the Granby Public Libraries (FOGPL) 41st Used Book Sale will be held at Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Road.
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CT Lightning, semi-professional football team relocates to Granby
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The Granby Memorial High School Stadium Field is now home to the semi-professional football team of the East Coast Football League (ECFL), the CT Lightning.
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“They didn’t stop fighting for our freedom just because it was raining…”
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When First Selectman Mark Fiorentino was asked if the 2024 Granby Memorial Day parade was still a go, considering the heavy rain that morning, he replied, “They didn’t stop fighting for our freedom just because it was raining; showing up is the least we can do.”
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Jazz in the Park scheduled for Friday, May 31
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Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and enjoy smooth tunes from the Wells Road Intermediate School, Granby Memo-rial Middle School and Granby Memorial High School jazz bands. This free event starts at 5 p.m. at the bandshell in Salmon Brook Park. Presented by the Granby Public Schools music department.
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Granby Grange hosting fair on Open Farm Day
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The Granby Grange is holding an Agricultural Fair on Saturday, Sept. 14 that will coincide with Granby Open Farm Day. The Grange invites home producers to enter products from their gardens, kitchens, cameras and craft rooms for judging and to show off your skills to residents and out of town visitors alike.
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Women’s Breakfast celebrates 20th year with antique bridal show and tea
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The Granby Women’s Breakfast Group will celebrate its 20th anniversary in grand style on Wednesday, June 5.
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Breakfast and a trail hike talk
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Jo Ann Smith was the May 1 guest speaker for the Granby Women’s Breakfast. Smith entertained more than 70 people with her talk about thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail.