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My grandmother Katie Hurley immigrated from Ireland as a young girl. Though I never had the privilege of knowing her firsthand, my mom always kept her memory alive with wonderful stories, and most importantly, by celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in a big way.
The Friends of Holcomb Farm learned that Auer Farm in Bloomfield might need items for its new Discovery barn, so we invited them to come and take whatever they could put to good use.
Sign up for a garden plot in the Granby Community Garden. Enjoy a fun, affordable way to grow and enjoy your own fresh vegetables, herbs, and flowers this season. Granby residents can lease a 20-by-20-foot garden plot for just $10.
Granby Grange #5 marked a remarkable milestone in January, celebrating its 150th anniversary. Established on Jan. 12, 1875, the Grange has been a staple of community life in Granby and a key part of Connecticut’s agricultural history.
An old adage proclaims, “As the days lengthen so the cold strengthens,” though the month of February features a holiday heart warmer—Valentine’s Day!
Just as the Granby Land Trust’s Dewey-Granby Oak began as a small acorn, the Granby Land Trust’s efforts to conserve and protect land started small, with the support of a small group of individuals—the land trust’s earliest members—who believed in preserving land for the benefit of future generations.
Arriving in mid-fall to all areas of New England, the white-throated sparrow is a very familiar bird in Granby backyards, especially if bird feeders are up and there are protective thickets nearby.
We especially thank GLT member Fran Armentano for leading the walk once again—and for taking these photos.
Important Investments; Successful year of food production means winter shares; Winter Trail Work; Take a Hike, Virtually; and Exploring the Repurposing of the West Granby United Methodist Church
I made these potatoes for a family dinner over the holidays and got rave reviews. Absolutely delicious and easy to make—definitely a special dish to serve with any menu. Enjoy!