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This Thanksgiving Day we give thanks to our Creator for His many blessings
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.
The transfer station will be open Wednesday mornings (8 a.m. to noon) through Nov. 16.
Registration is required for many of the library’s programs. To register, follow the links on the library’s website or call the library.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
As Bob waited in the check-out line at Stop and Shop, he heard a voice call out, “Mr. Bazyk”. While the man’s voice sounded vaguely familiar, it wasn’t until he turned around and saw his high school friend Charlie Ray that the flood of memories rushed back.
The last few months have felt as though we are living in a science fiction movie. Facts and opinions change so rapidly that by the time you read this, new information will have replaced it.
Autumn Olive is an inoffensive looking shrub or small tree with silvery green leaves, yellow flowers, and red berries in the fall.
After being home for a month I have been doing a lot of cooking and baking, and honestly, I miss going out to eat and I am sure many of you feel the same.
Hearts of all sizes and shapes are popping up to show gratitude for the many people who are still working during this pandemic—mail carriers, health care providers, fire and safety personnel, everyone in the food supply chain.
A hike on the Metacomet Trail brings many rewards but finding art is not what one would expect.
The world is a different place than it was just a few weeks ago. Common gathering spots, like the Y, houses of worship and schools are closed, leaving many to look for ways to be supported and connected.
Today’s Salmon Brook Historical Society (SBHS) began modestly, humbly housed in the basement of the old Granby Public Library (presently the Granby Food Bank operated by the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association).
I have always enjoyed reading tombstones in Granby Cemetery. Each stone has a short biography of the person buried there.
Hallelujah! While there may be disagreements about how our leaders are responding to the Covid-19 crisis, let’s be grateful that here in Connecticut the importance of fresh, locally grown food was recognized from day one.
During the quarantine, many people have found joy and solace on Granby Land Trust properties. We are pleased to serve our community in this manner—giving people safe alternatives for outdoor recreation during this difficult time.
The image of Granby in the early 1800s is one of a typical small New England town. Almost everyone was a farmer, even the men who also operated mills.
Newspaper editors agonize over the content of the front page whether it’s the New York Times or The Granby Drummer. On any given day there may be several events in play that deserve a “lead” headline and right-top placement.
During this challenging time for Granby and the world, CT Valley Views wants to continue to bring its viewers informative shows with knowledgeable guests about subjects important to the quality of life and fiscal health of our state.
Paul Stillwell, age 95, passed away on March 21, in North Andover, Mass., where he had lived at the Edgewood Retirement community for over 15 years.
The Granby chapter of UNICO displays its new UNICO golf tournament flags at a recent chapter meeting.
The big question that we are being asked as veterinarians is, “Can I get coronavirus from my pet?” So far the answer is “No.”
Don Shaw captured this shot of a bald eagle on March 10 in North Granby.
