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Special events and recognitions for Veterans Day

On Nov. 11, veterans were recognized and celebrated across the district for their service to our country. Students at Kelly Lane Primary School and Wells Road Intermediate School welcomed family members and neighbors to take part in school-wide gatherings to learn the importance of the holiday and to celebrate our veterans.

Spotlight on student and faculty achievements

For many, the holiday season is a time to slow down, reconnect with loved ones, and reflect on the things that moved and inspired us. In that spirit, I’d like to pause from our regular Board of Ed business and happenings this month and highlight some of the fantastic achievements of our students and staff.

Holiday Safety Tips

According to the National Fire Prevention Association, holiday trees and decorations account for about 400 home fires annually. This results in approximately 24 deaths and more than $13 million in property damage. Following some simple tips can help keep you safe.

Public Works — December 2024

Trash Holidays: Wednesday, Dec. 25 and Wednesday, Jan. 1 are holidays for Paine’s. Trash/recycling service will be delayed by one day for the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday customers.

Out of Town — December 2024

Holiday Fun at the Connecticut Trolley Museum; Old Saint Andrew’s Christmas Bazaar; Minimize stress and disease; Holiday events for kids at Auerfarm; Farmington Valley Chorale announces concert, invites new members

Have a mindful holiday

Holidays can be a mixed bag of emotions. They are often stressful. A simple exercise can help you purposefully focus on the positive aspects, and reduce your stress as well.

Town of Granby Meeting Calendar

Check Town of Granby website or call Town Manager’s office to verify date, time, location, and get information on how to participate on Zoom, if needed.

Mass transit for the win

Next to flight travel, travel by train is one of the safest and most reliable means of mass transportation. Electric trains in particular emit no pollution, have less accidents than vehicular traffic and are generally quieter than diesel/diesel hybrid counterparts.

Granby’s financial reporting recognized

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the Town of Granby for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021.

Twain House presentation

Michael Campbell, director of the Mark Twain House, presented Back Scene World of the Mark Twain House to the 35 ladies who attended the Women’s Breakfast at the Senior Center on Sept. 7.

Young Journalists

Riley Lansing and Elizabeth (Lizzy) Sondrini, age 9, wrote and published an end-of-summer daily newspaper for their neighbors on Susan Lane.

Drumrolls — October 2022

Kyle Desjardins, of North Granby, graduated summa cum laude with a BS in the College of Applied Mathematics from Wentworth Institute of Technology.

Meet me at the Center

Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities.

Empty Bowls returns to East Granby

Join Expressions Pottery Workshop, the Women’s Club of East Granby and Friend to Friend for the 22nd Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the East Granby Community/Senior Center.