Granby Drummer (https://granbydrummer.com/page/159/)
More than 125 Granby Land Trust (GLT) volunteers fanned out across Granby over the course of Earth Day Weekend, picking up more than 1.61 tons of roadside trash from 52 miles of road – and several parking lots – as part of the GLT’s Earth Day Roadside Cleanup. That is nearly double the amount of trash collected in last year’s cleanup.
Stepping into the forest is magic. You leave the man-made world and your busy life behind as nature greets your senses.
June has finally arrived. The perfect time to plant outdoor flower and vegetable gardens. The benefits of growing, harvesting and enjoying farm to table fresh produce far exceed any store-bought veggies. The pride one feels when picking that fresh pepper, or eating a juicy cherry
Dutton, Barbara (Orkney), 86, wife of the late Rev. Dwight A. Dutton, April 6
The Granby Memorial High School varsity boys lacrosse team is 14-0 for the season at press time. They are at least tied for the NCCC conference championship.
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.
Seward Johnson’s iconic art in Suffield and Summer at Windsor Historical Society
The ribbon cutting for the Grand Reopening of Geissler’s Granby Store was held on Saturday, May 4. The Chamber of Commerce, local dignitaries, vendors, customers and friends joined in on the festivities.
Farming News, Shop at Our Farm Store All Summer Long, SNAP? Double SNAP!, Connecticut Trails Day, New Trees on the Tree Trail – Thank You to Our Funders!, and Notes from the Farm Office (aka Cat’s Corner): The Collaborative Nature of Our Community
By Kate HosackGranby Memorial High School announces its fall play, Our Town by Thornton Wilder, Nov. 3-5, in the school’s auditorium. The play is directed by Nikki Currie-Huggard. The students have thrown themselves wholeheartedly into this influential and introspective work that reflects on the gravity of simple everyday life. The play follows the lives of ordinary citizens in Grover’s Corners, N.H. Twelve years worth of ups and downs, stagnation and change. The whole story (w […]
By Shirley MurthaRepresenting Granby’s Agricultural Commission, chairman Michelle Niedermeyer distributed copies of the Planning for Agriculture publication assembled jointly by the American Farmland Trust and the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities to the Board of Selectmen at its October 2 meeting. Acknowledging the important contributions farming makes to many state communities in terms of quality of life, economy, preservation of land and leveraging federal and state grants, the a […]
By Rachel HennessyRecently the days have been getting darker earlier, the nights are becoming colder, and the leaves are turning into brilliant shades of rust and amber. After months of humid and heavy air, fall has finally arrived in Granby. For many, fall is their favorite season because it is the perfect temperature for bringing out sweaters and scarves. Heading further into the season, here are some fall festivities you can try with your family. The lawn at South Congregational Chur […]
By Carole BernardAs the busy holiday season looms, a timesaver is as welcome as a foot massage after a day at the mall. The little elves at South Church are busy and can help you cross cookies off your to-do list!At the annual Cookies by the Pound sale this year, you can satisfy your sweet tooth, be prepared with a short-notice hostess gift, or simply provide a baked-from-scratch dessert for the family. A wide variety of sweets will be available, from crunchy to soft, with or without nuts, as we […]
By Eric LukingbealJust how hard would it be to make bicycle commuting practical for the ring of suburbs around our major cities? Drivers’ negative or even hostile attitudes toward cyclists is, in my book, a large reason why it isn’t more popular.For 40 years, I worked in downtown Hartford about 20 miles from my home in Granby. Cycling was—and still is—my chosen form of daily exercise. I probably average 5,000 miles per year on country roads, but I tried commuting to work […]
June 2 marked the end of an era at Stony Hill Village, one of Granby’s low-income housing facilities. Long-time Granby resident Ted Christensen, the president of the board of directors at Stony Hill, tendered his resignation to the other board members. Ted and Sandy Christensen with 1st Selectman B. Scott Kuhnly. Ted’s 42-year career at Stony Hill very nearly spanned the existence of the village, which was founded in 1972. Ted became president of the board in 2000. Ted&rsq […]
Poetry has a long history as early poems evolved from folk songs to the epics, The Iliad and The Odyssey and beyond. Whereas, modern poetry is often less structured and is used to inspire, heal and often portrays the poet’s feelings and state of mind. If you are interested in poetry or have written your own poems, the November Lunch for the Mind program will satisfy the poet in you. Granby’s own Laura Mazza-Dixon, poet, musician and teacher, will present Poetry, a Reflection of Life […]
Keon Lawrence #12 breaks through to gain some yards in the Bears 14-7 victory over Ellington Sept. 29. Photo by Jay Harder, Granby Camera Club […]
By Debora TimmsStudents from Granby Memorial High School had the opportunity to question candidates seeking election to the Board of Education during an hour-long candidates’ forum on Sept. 27. The event was held to honor National Voter Registration Day and was hosted at the Town Hall by Registrars Laura Wolfe and Paul R. Willis and moderated by John Adams.All of the candidates on the ballot for the Nov. 7 municipal election participated in the forum. They received a list of questions draf […]
Maria Nolan #11 scores a goal against Stafford. The Bears won 4-2 and currently are 12-1. Photo by Jay Harder, Granby Camera Club […]
By Thérèse MulveyThe GMHS Grad Night is held at the Granby YMCA every year on graduation night and offers a free, fun-filled, substance-free event in June of next year. The 2018 event cannot happen without volunteers to help with food, room set-up, decorations and chaperoning. […]
Granby residents are needed to fill positions on boards and commissions. There is one vacancy on the Agricultural Commission; one on the Park and Recreation Board, and five on the Herbicide and Pesticide Study Committee. If you are interested in serving your town in any of these positions, call the Democratic Town committee Chairman Jim Lofink, 860-810-0274; republican Town Committee Chairman Mark Neumann, 860-653-9668; or the Town Manager, 860-844-5300. […]
The Youth from Pilgrim Covenant Church are hosting a Swedish Pancake Breakfast and Scandinavian Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov. 18, 8–10 a.m. at Pilgrim Covenant Church, 605 Salmon Brook Street. This is a donation breakfast benefiting the youth groups. Swedish pancakes, bacon, sausage and breakfast beverages will be served by the youth, and delicious Scandinavian and other home-baked goods will be available for sale.The Senior High Youth Group (grades 9–12) meets Thursd […]
By Annukka RitalahtiThe Granby Artists Association will host its 10th annual Holiday Gift Show, Dec. 2-3, at the Holcomb Farm Learning Center. This is truly a “buy local” event! Eight of the association’s talented members will have an array of items including paintings, prints, note cards, lamps, bowls, jewelry, calligraphy, glass art vessels and ornaments. Jean-Luc Godard will show new designs etched on medallions cut from storm-damaged limbs from the Gr […]
On Friday, September 22, Foxfield F.A.R.M. of Granby joined 100 other charity organizations at the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs in Rocky Hill, for its annual Stand Down Day, which has been held since 1992. Initially, this event addressed the issues of homeless veterans, but now it encompasses a broad range of support including medical, dental, legal, career, insurance and social services, among many others and it is enthusiastically attended by 1000 current and former military pers […]
Lauren YargerTheater critic, playwrightand producerMember of Drama DeskOuter Critic’s Circle, NY and CTAge: 57Tell about your job…I cover Broadway and off-Broadway shows in New York City along with Connecticut professional theater. I write critiques for the Bushnell, Goodspeed, Westport Playhouse, Theater works, Hartford Stage and playhouses in New Haven. My busiest season is the spring, then summer and fall. Winter is quieter as often the venues are having seasonal productio […]
The Ellsworth Memorial Association hosted a tea to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution and honor members with 40 years or more of service. It was held at the Oliver Ellsworth Homestead in Windsor. The Connecticut State Society DAR was organized on Feb. 20, 1892, and was one of the first to appoint a state regent. The program included a lookback at the founding of CTDAR and its early leaders and tributes to six Honorary State Regents and tw […]
The SBHS will have its annual Antique Gas Engine and Tractor Exhibit. Located on the campus at 208 Salmon Brook Street, the exhibit will be held Saturday, Sept. 30 with setup at 7:30 a.m., show 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (weather permitting). Please contact Don Rethke at 860-549-6687 or flushbewithyou@yahoo.com to exhibit your antique gas engine or tractor. A food booth offering donuts, hot dogs and beverages will be open. Free parking and admission.Fall Flea MarketThe SBHS will hold […]
By Jessica PietrosantiGood Company Theater has started rehearsals for its hilarious fall production of 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. In a school auditorium, home of the Putnam Porcupines, six peculiar students compete in a spelling bee, guided by three adults who have their own personality quirks, as each character attempts to deal with the struggles of growing up. Nate Strick, Jason Maur, Luis Hilerio, Cliff Gibson, Danielle Lawrence, Julia Bussell and Karen Vinic rehearse fo […]