In Town Focus
In Town Focus
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Camera Club, Men’s Breakfast, Women’s Breakfast, and Civic Club
In Town Focus
DPW Open House
The Open House held by Granby’s Department of Public Works on May 16 attracted some young recruits!
Recent Stories
Verse
Thanksgiving Thoughts
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This Thanksgiving Day we give thanks to our Creator for His many blessings
Events
Holiday Gift Book Tree
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Please help the Friends of Granby’s libraries continue the holiday tradition of providing children’s books for Granby’s Department of Social Services annual Holiday Gift packages for families.
Town/Govt
Public Works
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The transfer station will be open Wednesday mornings (8 a.m. to noon) through Nov. 16.
Browse & Borrow
Browse and Borrow
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Registration is required for many of the library’s programs. To register, follow the links on the library’s website or call the library.
NOT WANTED
NOT WANTED
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Every other year the Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG) hosts a day-long conference on invasive plants. It’s packed with presentations and workshops aimed at professionals, home gardeners and everyone in between. CIPWG is the state’s central hub on invasive plants, and the conference is a super source of up-to-date data on best practices and plant science.
Great Outdoors
Wildlife Meadow will be studied by UMass team
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The recently-planted Granby Wildflower Meadow at 175 Salmon Brook Street has been chosen for a five-year study of insect pollinator networks led by a team at UMass Amherst. The study is designed to better understand the relationship between pollinator habitat and the diversity and abundance of bees.
People
Local woman makes history on Nantucket
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When she was growing up on Nantucket, Granby resident Catherine Slattery learned that being a girl had some disadvantages. She couldn’t work at or go to the Caddy Camp at the island golf club. “Boys Only” was the rule. That was always in the back of her mind, and, many years later, when she became one of the owners of the island’s Madaket Marine, she was determined to start a Captain’s camp for young women. Not only would this even the long-ago score, it would increase the talent pool from which she could draw staffing for the marina.
People
It’s going to be a walk in the Park!
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The Town of Granby has received a $453,000 grant for the installation of a pedestrian-friendly walking path along the perimeter of Salmon Brook Park.
In 2018, the Town constructed a sidewalk along Route 10/202 that continued a bit into the park. Fast forward a few years and the Parks and Recreation Board began thinking about extending the sidewalk.
School & Sports
Keep a school trip alive
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For years, the eighth grade Washington, D.C. trip was a rite of passage for Granby Memorial Middle School students. For many, it was the first time away from home and the first time visiting our nation’s capital. Many alumni have fond memories of trips to Washington, D.C, and still have the souvenir picture that each student received of their class on the U.S. Capitol steps.
In Town Focus
No SBHS Flea Market
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Following the Governor’s guidelines and to protect society volunteers as well as the public, the Salmon Brook Historical Society has cancelled the fall flea market, which was to be held on Oct. 17.
In Town Focus
MS Support Group
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The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will resume when the Granby Senior Center reopens.
In Town Focus
Bottle and Can Drive
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Tired of waiting in line to return bottles and cans? Consider donating them to the Granby 4-H Robotics Program.
In Town Focus
Volunteers Needed
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Mary’s Kitty Korner, Granby’s no-kill cat shelter, is looking for volunteers to help care for its kitties until they find their fur-ever homes.
In Town Focus
Lions’ Birdseed Sale
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The Granby Lions is conducting its 25th Annual Birdseed Sale. Orders may be placed until Saturday, Oct. 24, for pickup or delivery on Saturday, Oct. 31.
In Town Focus
DTC Events
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The Granby Democratic Town Committee is planning two events. Visit the website, granbydems.org, or the Facebook page, facebook.com/GranbyDemocraticTownCommittee, for more information or to register.
School & Sports
GRANBY BOARD OF EDUCATION MINUTES
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Board Chairman Melissa Migliaccio, shared opening remarks and said this is the board’s fourth special meeting this summer in order to get the schools reopened. She thanked the administration, Jordan Grossman, Jennifer Parsons, and their team.
Waypoints
Meetch’s Corner
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honey hole: A hole, spot, or area containing big fish or lots of catchable fish. Usually requiring an oath of sworn secrecy before your buddy will take you to it.
Town/Govt
An engaged spectator of the political process encourages voting
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I often ask myself, “Self – Why should I be interested in politics and government?” As someone who has spent many years actively engaged in Town Committee work for local and national campaigns, I do understand that, to some, it’s not the most desired use of those precious hours, or minutes, available in our busy lives.
People
Pumpkins with a purpose at South Church
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The Pumpkin Patch is returning to South Church. While it may seem that the purchase of a pumpkin is a common and ordinary act each fall, these beautiful harbingers of autumn are part of an incredible chain of good deeds and help to serve an important purpose.
People
Route 10 Tire adds space and customer comfort in new facility
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After 31 years at 563 Salmon Brook Street, Roger Fecteau will move Route 10 Tire next door to 561 Salmon Brook Street. He plans to have the new building open and running at the end of October.
Drumrolls
Drumrolls – October 2020
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Samuel Bartoes, of North Granby, graduated in May from Roger Williams University with a B.A. in public relations.
Town/Govt
Jennifer Abalan: A voice for the voiceless
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The job: long hours, dangerous clients, calls for help 24-7. Horses and cows, skunks and coyotes and the occasional escaped boa constrictor are in the mix.
People
McLean VP to receive LeadingAge Connecticut Humanitarian Award
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McLean Life Plan Community proudly announces that Lisa Clark, Vice President and Administrator of the Health Center, has been selected to receive the 2020 LeadingAge Connecticut Humanitarian award.
Fun & Rec
Parks & Recreation
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Pawsitive Steps Dog Training Beginner Classes, Columbus Day Youth Basketball Clinic…
Town/Govt
Browse & Borrow
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The Granby Public Library offers limited open hours at the Main Branch, access to the Children’s Room by appointment, and continued Curbside Library Pickup, digital services, and telephone support. The library’s focus remains public and staff safety, continued access to information, and exceptional service to the Granby community.
People
Granby resident’s great COVID creativity summer
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Not one to sit around doing nothing, Granby resident and Hartford school teacher Sean Wynne was not content with building just a fire pit in his back yard—he decided to design and execute a compass rose around it.
History
The hospital on Salmon Brook Street
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From 1921 to 1946, the house at 225 Salmon Brook Street was owned by Dr. Ernest Pendleton. From 1921 to 1928 Dr. Pendleton lived on the first floor with his family and ran a hospital on the second and third floors.
Health Notes
Flu immunizations are critical this year
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With the flu season upon us during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is doubly essential to lessen the risk of getting the flu. In a typical year, flu is seen from fall to early spring, with varying degrees of severity.