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Granby supports Conn. veterans

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On Sept. 19, the Granby Lions participated in the Veterans Stand Down event at the State Veterans Home in Rocky Hill for the third year in a row. The Lions members collected toiletry items, clothing, eyeglasses and first aid items throughout the year to donate to military veterans in need.

People

Werner delights and amuses

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Dr. Harry Werner, retired veterinarian, entertained the Woman’s Breakfast Group on Oct. 1 with humorous anecdotes about his years working with large farm animals.

Great Outdoors

Granby summers are bountiful

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Six months from now, deep in a January freeze, it will be hard to recall these shining summer days. Birdsong has been replaced by the late afternoon droning of insects. Early summer flowers start to fade and goldenrods and asters brighten the roadside. The harvest season is in high gear with all manner of ripe fruits and vegetables in abundance at local farmstands.

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Buy a few bags of pet food for a shelter instead of fireworks.
Make a difference instead of noise.

People

Memorial Day Parade

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Drummer volunteers and their families enjoyed superb parade viewing. Photo by Flo Bischoff

U.S. Navy veteran James O. Hall was honorary parade marshal.

Browse & Borrow

Browse & Borrow — July/August 2025

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Registration is required for library programs. To register, visit granby-ct.gov/Library, and click on “Register for a Program” or call the library at 860-844-5275. To learn more about upcoming programs, sign up for the library’s monthly eNewsletter. For the most updated information on dates and programs, refer to the library’s online calendar.

Town/Govt

HOME FIRE SAFETY

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According to National Fire Protection Association Statistics, during the five-year period from 2016-2020, US fire departments responded to an estimated average of 343,100 home structure fires per year. These fires caused an annual average of 2,610 civilian deaths, 11,090 civilian fire injuries and $7.6 billion in direct property damage.

Church service al fresco

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After a cold, gray New England winter, it’s great to spend time outside. With that in mind, Valley Brook Community Church’s Pastor Clark Pfaff shares, “We love to take advantage of the summer and take our Sunday service outside. We have the perfect location across from our main entrance, under the shade of trees, but not too far away from the conveniences of the building.”

Great Outdoors

Pasta with fresh tomatoes is divine

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It’s summer and the living is easy! My husband’s grandmother, Matilda Guarco, was probably one of the best cooks I’ve ever met. She made a similar pasta dish to this and we all loved it. She never wrote anything down so I had to hunt down this recipe many years ago! Enjoy!

Events

Nine models graced the runway at June fashion show

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On June 4, more than 60 women were treated to a fashion show during the Granby Women’s Breakfast gathering. The program was designed cooperatively by the group’s program committee and Linda Linard-Ligsukis, owner of Designer Consigner, a consignment boutique in Southwick.

People

Two Stony Hill Village residents in the spotlight

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Vinnie Secord and Emily Messenger are long time members of the Stony Hill Village community. Stony Hill was built in the 1970s and 1980s by the US Department of Agriculture’s Rural Assistance Program. Today, this vital community is home to residents aged 62+ and individuals with disabilities.

Salmon Brook Historical Society

Country’s oratorical history chronicled in Trumpets of Glory

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Next year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of our nation. At the Salmon Brook Historical Society, a notable book in our library from our 200th anniversary in 1976 continues to offer insight into the early history of our republic. Trumpets of Glory, written by Henry Hawken, focuses on July 4th speeches and orations delivered between 1786 and 1861.

Animal Talk

Common plants to keep your furry friends away from

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Summertime in New England brings loads of green plants and beautiful blossoms. We wait all year for those plants to come alive again, but not all of them are pet friendly. Summer brings an influx of toxicities to veterinary hospitals. This article will describe some common plants that are toxic to pets and what symptoms you may see if your pet has been exposed.

People

Granby 4-H contributes and helps

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Granby 4-H continued its community service efforts last month. The club brought food donations for the Granby Food Bank and clothing and toy donations to Goodwill.