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Made for the community: Library’s makerspace supports creativity

Nestled into the ground floor of Granby’s historic F.H. Cossitt Library is a makerspace built for the community. From laser cutting and 3D printing to a digitization station, this open workspace features a variety of high-tech equipment to bring creative ideas to life.

Glenna Ann Hadden (Banta)

Glenna Ann Hadden (Banta), born April 10, 1933, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 92 after a short illness.

Summertime

Glorious summer days,
sunshine all around.
Beautiful summer nights,
fireworks abound.

Water Safety: Keep your eyes on the prize

With summer in high gear, the YMCA of Greater Hartford’s Phones Down, Eyes Up campaign reminds parents to stay vigilant when children are near or in water. Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death for children.

Author-led hike at Dismal Brook a big success

On June 3, as part of Connecticut Trails Day Weekend, the Granby Land Trust hosted Michael Wojtech, author of Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast, for a guided walk on the GLT’s Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby.

Made for the community: Library’s makerspace supports creativity

Nestled into the ground floor of Granby’s historic F.H. Cossitt Library is a makerspace built for the community. From laser cutting and 3D printing to a digitization station, this open workspace features a variety of high-tech equipment to bring creative ideas to life.

Glenna Ann Hadden (Banta)

Glenna Ann Hadden (Banta), born April 10, 1933, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 92 after a short illness.

Summertime

Glorious summer days,
sunshine all around.
Beautiful summer nights,
fireworks abound.

Water Safety: Keep your eyes on the prize

With summer in high gear, the YMCA of Greater Hartford’s Phones Down, Eyes Up campaign reminds parents to stay vigilant when children are near or in water. Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death for children.

Author-led hike at Dismal Brook a big success

On June 3, as part of Connecticut Trails Day Weekend, the Granby Land Trust hosted Michael Wojtech, author of Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast, for a guided walk on the GLT’s Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby.