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Cheri Burke, Granby’s superintendent of schools, announced that Heather Tanis has been selected as the principal of Granby Memorial Middle School.
At an Aug. 9 public hearing, a 48-unit, four-story apartment complex proposed for 37 Hartford Avenue by Vessel Development of New York, was presented to the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission (IWWC) for permit approval of its storm water management plan. The review and permits are required because the site includes 932 square feet of wetlands.
Welcome to the Drummer’s first issue this autumn! During the past several months, we’ve successfully completed our transition to a new editorial team and we’re excited to continue bringing Granby’s news to you in print, on our website and on social media.
Katharine Leenders has been appointed to fill Sarah Thrall’s remaining term. Come November, she will be running in the next election.
In honor of National Voter Registration Day, candidates who are running for the Granby Board of Education on Nov. 7, have been invited to attend a Candidate Forum sponsored by the GMHS Civics Department and the Registrars of Voters Office, in the Granby High School Auditorium on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m.
Lottery to determine horizontal order will be Sept. 6, 9 a.m.
Help CT corporate taxes benefit Granby, Book Sale was success!, Embracing Our Agrarian Roots, and Lack of Parent Engagement at BOE Meetings
Lieutenant Commander David M. Amidon, honorary marshal of the Granby Memorial Day Parade, served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam and the Cold War. His actual service duties were reported incorrectly in my article in the July/August issue, Memorial Day parade and ceremony honors fallen heroes. My apologies to Dave and sincere appreciation for his service.
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.
Granby field hockey team wins gold at Nutmeg Games The Granby Memorial High School team played in the Nutmeg Games on Saturday July 18. The team was comprised of field hockey players from Granby Memorial High School and was coached by Granby alum Abby Bascetta. Granby won three games and tied one to make it to the gold round against Enfield. They beat Enfield 2 – 0 to win gold. Back row: from l.: Coach Abby Bascetta, Victoria Myers, Olivia McDougall, Sydney Wickman, Celine LaTona, Hannah Cro […]
More than just a quilt By Shirley Murtha The 26th annual summer Quilt Happening at Lost Acres Orchard on August 2 featured Granby resident Lorraine German of Mad River Antiques, who explained the importance of quilts as a form of not only artistic but also political expression at a time when there were very few avenues available for women to make their views known. In fact, prior to and during the early 1800s, women were considered their husband’s property, with the husband having the final sa […]
Intra-board Advisory Committee sets course of action By Shirley Murtha At the July 8 meeting of the Intra-board Advisory Committee, First Selectman Scott Kuhnly enumerated the five areas of study discussed at the initial meeting: infrastructure strategy analysis, maintenance/custodial operations, finance strategy, solar farm collaboration and human resources operations. Noting that the solar farm collaboration has many aspects that each need a great deal of study. The board is leaning toward […]
Marquis of Granby to hold 45th anniversary muster By Lori Catlin Garcia The Marquis of Granby invites the community to join the celebration as it hosts its 45th anniversary muster October 3-5. The muster will open Friday evening with a traditional “tattoo” featuring performances by current Marquis members and alumni as well as other invited fyfe and drum corps. The main event will begin Saturday with a short parade and continue with performances throughout the day. The Marquis […]
SBHS Events The annual Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Show will be held at Salmon Brook Historical Society on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free parking and admission. Take in the sights and sounds of our farming history and other unique pieces of equipment. Historically over 20 exhibitors show off their great tractors and engines. Hot dogs, drinks, and Mrs. Murphy donuts available at the food booth. If interested in showing your tractor or hit-and-miss engine, contact Dave Laun at 8 […]
The 2014 Joseph B. Nilsen Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Monday, September 15 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Simsbury Farms Golf Course, 100 Old Farms Road, Simsbury. The event is sponsored by the Granby and Bradley Regional Chambers of Commerce. Sign up today. Fees are: $650 for foursome (early bird discount $600); $750 for foursome with tee sign (early bird $700); $350 for twosome (early bird $320); $175 for individual (early bird $160); $150 for tee sign (early bird $140), and $55 […]
Granby Horse Council hosted Equine Obstacle Play Day By Joan Davis On Sunday July 13, 27 riders converged on the horse exercise area in Salmon Brook Park for the first Obstacle Play Day. Taking horses through obstacle courses is an activity which is growing in popularity among equestrians. Leading or riding horses, ponies, donkeys and mules through, over, under and around various objects builds confidence, courage and trust in the rider and the animal. There were pool noodles to walk throug […]
High Meadow Day Camp Carnival benefits Granby Food Bank By Andrea Boyle Archery, swimming, team sports, arts and crafts, challenge courses, and games aren’t the only activities High Meadow Day Camp participants enjoy. Every summer, campers look forward to the annual Penny Carnival, which features an abundance of games, prizes, and fun. Proceeds from the annual event are generously donated to a local, charitable organization. This year, the Granby Food Bank Program is the recipient. […]
First Church holds annual Apple Fest Sept. 20 The Apple Fest Is Coming Again to First Congregational Church in Granby. First Congregational Church of Granby (FCC) will host their second annual Apple Fest on Saturday, September 20th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the church grounds, located at 219 North Granby Road. All ages are welcome at this fun-filled community event. Apple Fest will be held rain or shine, using both indoor and outdoor covered spaces. The event will feature vendors and crafte […]
A 21-year-old Granby man is out to change the world – one drop at a time. Drew Obston, a University of New Hampshire senior, is spending this summer in The Gambia, Africa for a non-profit group called Agua, Inc. The nonprofit brings drinkable water to areas where there is none. Obston, who hopes to make his career in micro-financing projects that improve people’s lives, is doing a seven-week, unpaid internship at Aqua, Inc.’s Gambian campus in West Africa. Part of his commit […]
Join in the fun and excitement of America’s foremost youth program for boys—scouting Granby Cub Scout Pack 325 is looking for new members to join Cub Scouts! A joining event will be held at 6:30 p.m., September 10 in the Kearns School Multipurpose Room. Current scouts and their families will be present to discuss their scouting experience and what it means to them. Scouting is an excellent opportunity to grow and build strong bonds with family and friends in your local community. […]
CTVV: Gina Barreca a woman of wit and wisdom The old axiom that “when they made her, they broke the mold” applies to Gina Barreca, Ph.D., English Professor at UConn, author of eight books and multi-published columnist. Exuding warmth and enthusiasm, Gina is the friend you want to have and despite her “celebrity status” in the media world, when you meet her you feel you’ve known her all your life. Enjoy an animated and down-to-earth interview with this multi-faceted lady as she discusses the […]
Bruce Porter Memorial Music Series By Laura Mazza-Dixon The adventures in classical music at South Congregational Church begin again this fall with a concert on Sunday, November 2, at 4 p.m., with David Garrido Cid, piano and Alice Matteson, soprano, performing Bach, Brahms, Manuel de Falla, Richard Strauss, Schumann and contemporary Galician-Spanish composer Octavio Vazquez. The Bruce Porter Memorial Music Series was established in 2012 in memory of Bruce Porter’s leadership as music […]
Granby Friends Prepare for 2014 Used Book Sale By Carole Bernard As the summer sun begins to taper off, the Friends of Granby Public Library are heating up for its Used Book Sale. This year’s sale will be held on Friday through Sunday, September 26 – 28, at Holcomb Farm in West Granby. Proceeds from the book sale, the primary fundraising event sponsored by the Friends, support the mission and goals of Granby Public Library. Funds assist in the purchase of additions to the colle […]
Camera Club The Granby Camera Club will meet on Monday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Granby Senior Center. The program for the evening will be Granby Camera Club on Parade. After a presentation of photographs that members have taken in recent years there will be an opportunity to see the photographs that were exhibited at Lost Acres Vineyard in the spring. Learn more about the club and have input in planning programs for the year. For more information, visit www.GranbyCameraClub.com. […]
Jason J. Warnke, 1995 GMHS graduate and current resident of Avon, was among those named to the Hartford Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty for 2014. 40 Under Forty recognizes young professionals in the Greater Hartford Region who are excelling in their industries and whom demonstrate leadership, entrepreneurism and community involvement. The 40 under Forty award recipients were featured in the July 21st issue of the Hartford Business Journal. Warnke began his financial planning career […]
Are you looking for a new way to meet new people? How about a way to exercise while having fun at the same time? Maybe you are looking for a way to reconnect with your family or maybe even your spouse now that the nest is empty? The Granby Park and Recreation Department has just the answer: MODERN WESTERN SQUARE DANCING MODERN WESTERN SQUARE DANCING is the perfect escape! Exercise the body, stimulate the mind and make new friends, all while forgetting the day […]
Peter Sepelak, Branch Manager for Simsbury Bank in Granby, provides Granby High School scholarship award winner, Joseph Lavitt with a check for $1,000 for his tuition to the University of Connecticut. […]
Flanagan, Pia Granby Resident Shares How Executive On-boarding Attracts and Retains Talent Do you have senior-level employees who are new to the area or have just been promoted to a role that necessitates increased community engagement? Could you or your employees benefit from a deeper connection to the community, thereby your organization? Pia Flanagan, Granby resident and Vice President & Senior Counsel, MassMutual Financial Group, participated in Leadership Greater Ha […]
MeadowBrook of Granby played host to about 50 local seniors from Simsbury, Granby, and East Granby on July 15. This annual happy hour boasts live entertainment, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, refreshing beverages, and desserts. Door prizes were also awarded to several lucky guests. MeadowBrook of Granby hosts fourth annual senior summer sizzler […]