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The Friends of Granby Public Libraries thanks our town for another wonderful year of the Friends’ annual book sale. The 43rd annual sale in late July was a huge success, raising more than $13,612. The book sale is by far the Friends’ largest fundraiser of the year, and all proceeds go toward helping fund both of Granby’s libraries.
West Granby resident Dave Roberts was selected to serve as a delegate in the United Nations Association of the United States of America delegation to the 44th World Federation of United Nations Associations Plenary Assembly and World Congress in Geneva, Switzerland.
At just 15 years old, Evie Bunz is poised to earn the rank of Eagle Scout—Scouting America’s highest rank and an accomplishment many scouts do not achieve until they are 17 or 18. A rising sophomore at Granby Memorial High School and a member of Troop 76G in Simsbury, Evie chose to dedicate her Eagle Scout service project to the Granby Land Trust, replacing an aging bridge on the trust’s Godard Preserve.
The Granby Lions Club welcomed a record 15 new members at its New Member Induction and Annual Awards Dinner in June held at the Lost Acres Vineyard. The club boasts over 60 members and is one of the most vibrant clubs in Connecticut.
Twenty-five years ago today, a great tragedy occurred in our country. A terrorist attack caused the loss of nearly 3,000 people. This event changed us as a country—we became united against the enemy who had done so much harm.
Granby’s First Responder Camp is offered to teens entering 9th and 10th grade, providing them the hands-on experiences that first responders do on a daily basis. The August 2026 camp was the fourth “sell-out” camp and plans are underway for 2027 with bigger and better ideas.
The Granby Gavel Club, a youth public speaking and leadership program for students in grades 6 through 12, will begin its second year in September at the Granby Senior Center. Registration for the 2026-27 club year is now open.
The drum has been around since at least the Neolithic Period in 5500 BC, but the word “drum” came much later, with the first known use in English coming in the late 16th century.
During the summer months, many pet owners will start parasite preventative measures like topical repellents or oral medications. While the warmer months seem like the hot zone for the creepy crawlies, preventative measures are important during any time of year.
