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Registration for these popular summer programs is now open. View program and event details online at GranbyRec.com and register early as sessions sell out – make sure to secure your camper’s spot.
Jamie Savva, special events coordinator, has joined the team at Granby Parks and Recreation to help plan, coordinate and execute special events for the town as well as private events and weddings at Holcomb Farm.
More than three decades ago, long before the term organic entered the popular lexicon, The Garlic Farm opened in West Granby. Over the years it transformed from a small weekend farm stand to a full-time operation offering dozens of vegetables as well as a community share program.
Brought together by a shared love for Granby, the Women’s Breakfast Group will celebrate 20 years in 2024. Every month from September to June the women gather to enjoy a breakfast cooked by volunteers, to share conversation and to enjoy a program of music or presentations. The program, which costs $5 to attend, welcomes women of all age groups.
The local chapter of UNICO is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The largest Italian-American service organization in the United States, UNICO is an acronym for Unity, Neighborliness, Integrity, Charity, Opportunity.
As reported in the April issue, Granby is repairing street lights in the historic district. Town electrician Mike Antonucci gets a helping hand from Granby Public Works employees Keven Slyne, and Hunter Stone.
Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of the health services, support groups, clubs, and ongoing activities.
Registration is required for many of the library’s programs. To register, follow the links on the library’s website or call the library. To learn more about upcoming programs, sign up for the library’s monthly eNewsletter on the website or by telephone.
Granby resident Mary Munson recently released her debut children’s book, Love Will Turn You Around, published by Gnome Road Publishing, and illustrated by Australian native Kate Talbot. The book, which hit bookstores on April 4, is a heart-warming story that focuses on social-emotional mental health, early childhood reading and math skills, finding joy and showing love to others.
Granby Rovers new board members (l.-r.): treasurer, Troy Milbrandt; secretary, Rich Dixon; facilities, Shawn Bosco; girls’ programs, Chris Cramer. Rovers welcome new board members By Rob Miltenberger At its Dec. 3 year-end board and coaches meeting, the Granby Rovers Soccer Club welcomed four new members to its board of directors: Rich Dixon, Secretary; Troy Milbrandt, Treasurer; Chris Cramer, Girls Program Director; and Shawn Bosco, Field/Facilities Director. Tod […]
Granby chief with new officer Michael DeSimone Granby PD welcomes new officers Granby Police Chief Carl Rosensweig welcomed two new officers at police department ceremonies in December. Officer Michael DeSimone has been a resident of Southwick, Mass. for most of his life. His experience growing up nearby will serve him well as a Granby police officer. DeSimone graduated with honors from Saint Anselm College in Manchester, N.H., with a degree in criminal justice. He studied […]
Kirk Severance, director of Public Works Public Works director named Town Manager William F. Smith, Jr. has appointed Kirk Severance as Granby’s director of Public Works. Severance served as deputy director of operations in Granby for seven years and has been with the Department of Public Works since 1984. Severance maintains several certifications relating to roads, hazard communications, tree-warden, and an environmental protection certificate to operate a landfill […]
Fyfe instructor Jen Wick presents the “Most Improved Fyfer Award” to Helen Newman Marquis of Granby celebrates 45th Season By Lori Catlin Garcia Members of the Marquis of Granby Jr. Ancient Fyfe and Drum Corps gathered on Jan. 3 in Cook Hall at the First Congregational Church to celebrate their 45th season. The corps opened the evening by playing a short concert to a gathered crowd of over 100 attendees, including family members, instructors and past director […]
Protect yourself from shingles If you contracted chickenpox as a child, there is a one-in-three chance the virus will be reactivated as shingles. The chickenpox virus remains in your nervous system and can reemerge at any time, without warning, for no known reason. Unfortunately, there is no way to determine who will develop shingles, when it may occur, or how long it will last. Studies have shown that shingles most commonly occurs in those ages 60 and older, and that the rash, resulting com […]
Staying safe (and warm!) this winter Ice skating, snowball fights, sledding, warming up by the fire—aaah, the joys of winter! It’s fine to indulge in these cold-weather activities if you are also vigilant about your safety. Hypothermia most often results from remaining in cold temperatures for an extended period of time. If your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, your core body temperature may drop dangerously below 95 degrees, and the brain will begin to &ldq […]
VNA director Muir FIN Farmington Valley VNA director leaving post By Andrea Boyle After more than 25 years of service as Executive Director of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurse Association, Incy S. Muir has announced her retirement from the agency, effective July 10, 2015. She and her husband plan to relocate to the White Mountain region in Maine next summer. A life-long resident of Granby, Muir describes this transition as “bittersweet” since she will be leaving a community […]
The Farmington Valley VNA accepted a donation for the Granby Food Bank Program from GMMS X-Factor Boys Club members. Pictured are: (back, from l.) Xavier Jurado, David Stewart, Conrad Ginz, Mark Torres, Mrs. Volikas, and Layne Cramer; (front) Aaron Murdock, Ayden Lidesri, Alex Stelly, and Francis Mikalonis. Submitted photo […]
Senator John A. Kissel (R) District 7 with CTVV Host Susan Regan at the Legislative Office Building. Submitted photo Senator John Kissel—an honest dialogue with CT Valley Views Senator John Kissel, (R) 7th District, one of the longest serving senators in the Connecticut State Senate, provides his view of our state’s status and the fiscal hurdles and options confronting the legislature in the 2015 session. In his interview with CTVV’s host Susan Regan, Senator Kissel, as […]
CTVV Host Susan Regan with Hartford Public Access TV executive director Gil Martinez and Regina Roundtree, founder of Connecticut Black Republicans and Conservatives at the Connecticut Historical Society in Hartford. Submitted photo CTVV: Benchmarking urban outreach in Connecticut A central objective to re-invigorating the Greater Hartford area and many of Connecticut’s larger cities is the necessity to clearly communicate to urban residents that an understanding of the challenges […]
George E. Tuffin 1917 – 2014 By Carol Laun George Tuffin was the quintessential volunteer. He was involved in many aspects of town government, from constable to First Selectman. He served on town boards and on building committees for the Town Hall and Town Garage. He was a member of the Library Board. He was instrumental in organizing the Senior Men’s Breakfast and also drove the Senior Van. He was active in the First Congregational Church. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lo […]
Do you oppose border tolls? “Border tolls would raise a substantial amount of money for this state.” That’s what the co-chair of the state legislature’s Transportation Committee said recently. So brace yourselves, Granby Drummer readers. The issue of building border tolls has returned at the State Capitol. If built, the tolls could cost between $3 and $7 per car. This could all happen by 2017. I oppose border tolls. A hearing on the proposal could be held in Hart […]
I am delighted that the Drummer December 2014 issue included the article in remembrance of Fred Wilhelm, Sr., written by Trish Percival and Rick Orluk. The article noted that the family planted a gingko tree, in memory of Fred. We thank John O’Brien, O’Brien Nurserymen, for finding and procuring this sapling for us and for helping the family plant it properly. His expertise helps ensure that this living memorial will remind us of Fred for decades to come. Bill Bentley […]
George Tuffin I’m certain that many among us will eulogize George Tuffin. I’m one of them but am interested in emphasizing one not so evident thing that he did for Granby. Shortly after moving to Granby in 1960, George was elected by his neighbors to be Granby’s first unpaid first selectman under the town’s new charter. His selection may have been due in part to George seemingly knowing everyone in town and considering each of us his good friends. Being new to town a […]
Cossitt support The Friends of Cossitt Library wish to thank the thoughtful townspeople who donated to the Cossitt Book Gift Tree Project this past December. Fifty-eight seniors enjoyed receiving holiday gifts of books at the Granby Senior Center lunch, and 28 children from 9 months to 17 years received gift books through Granby Social Services. Numbers of donors gave multiple books. Granby again demonstrated the town’s generous spirit. The Friends also wish to thank the good cooks wh […]
Warm Up At Cossitt Drop into Cossitt Library this very cold winter and enjoy a hot cup of coffee, tea or cocoa and a warm welcome. The Friends continue to offer a cup of comfort while patrons browse the new DVDs, best sellers, the excellent selection of magazines and recorded books, etc. There are always seasonal and new books in the Children’s Room and something to create or color on the table for the younger patrons. Still Collecting The Friends of Cossitt Library request don […]
The Granby Camera Club will meet on Monday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Granby Senior Center. Prasad Menon will present a program on Flash Photography. The Scavenger Hunt words for the meeting are color harmony, curvature and favorite picture. These photographs must have been taken after the January meeting. To learn more about the club visit www.GranbyCameraClub.com. […]
In Memory Of ….. Kolding, Harold H., 57, husband of Betty (Gregory) Kolding, November 15 Wagner, Robert W., 73, husband of Shirley (Hansen) Wagner, November 16 Spiller, Michael Sean, 48, November 18 McKelvey, Joan R. (Riley), wife of the late Vincent T. McKelvey, November 25 Laudati, Allison Faye (Matheson), wife of John L. Laudati, November 28 Stark, Lois M. (Meyer), 80, wife of the late Jacob F. Stark, November 29 Powers, Rita (Fogarty) Pierce, 68, wife of James T. Powers, De […]
Edna Zimmer In Memory of… Edna Zimmer died peacefully on January 8 at the age of 96 at The Mountain View Center, in Rutland, Vt. She was the loving mother of Joan Gallant, Prince Edward Island, Canada; Judy Kennedy, Wallingford, Vt.; and William Zimmer, North Granby, and will be fondly remembered by 12 grandchildren: Kim Gallant, Tim Gallant, Jody Williams, Jeremy Gallant and Krista McNeill of PEI; Janet Farmer, Bob Kennedy and Mike Kennedy of Vermont; Scott Kennedy, New York; Ke […]
The Hive is humming: GranBee is set for March 13 By Mary Munsell Although most of us are bundled up against old Man Winter, Mother Nature is planning on signs of spring as the Granby Education Foundation plans its twelfth annual trivia contest, the GranBee. A buzz of activity can be heard from GEF’s question committee as they hunt down topics both fantastic and germane that will be used to craft questions for GranBee teams. These teams of three will be challenged with such questions by […]