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People

When GPS fails you…

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Albert Einstein famously said, “There are no coincidences.” It doesn’t take a genius, though, to recognize those occurrences that happen from time to time, that defy common explanation and leave you shaking your head in amazement. It could be something small—a happy timing of receiving just what was needed when it was needed. Or it might be a moment of providence with a life-changing impact. I’m not a genius, but I’ve experienced a few of those “beyond coincidence” situations myself.

People

Senior Center announces pilot program

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The Granby Senior Center is pleased to announce its selection as a test pilot location for SecureSeniorConnections™, an exciting new online community that offers adults aged 65+ the opportunity to enjoy new experiences, create new friendships and have fun learning.

Events

Land Trust announces spring events

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Spring is just around the corner and the members of the Granby Land Trust Board of Directors are ready to get outside. Members hope you will join them on some GLT properties to enjoy fresh air, exercise, connecting with each other, and learning more about the incredible natural world around us.

Waypoints

The Great Perch Tragedy

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I suppose there are lots of times in life when you don’t need to know exact numbers. The length of my driveway in inches, the number of cookies I had for dessert and the amount I spent on THE PANHANDLER  (a double-edged, single-action, fish-filleting piece of genius that I have never used) all come to mind.

Fun & Rec

Parks & Recreation

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Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open 24/7 at www.GranbyRec.com for program registration. Telephone: 860-653-8947
Website: www.GranbyRec.com.

Animal Talk

Oral flea and tick products

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As the weather gets warmer we are now on the lookout for the reemergence of large numbers of fleas and ticks. For the last few years pet owners have been using the oral products in the isoxazoline class (Bravecto, Nexgard, Simparica, and Credelio).

Events

Browse & Borrow

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To register for any program call 860-844-5275, email gplibrary@granby-ct.gov or register on the website, granby-ct.gov/library. Just click on the Program and Events Calendar tab and select the programs you want to attend.

Events

East Granby Library Events

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Come read to a furry friend on Saturday, April 6, 12:30–2 p.m. Open to all, including pre-readers, those with special needs, and those wishing to become comfortable around dogs. Call 860-653-3002 to sign up for a slot now.

Town/Govt

Planning & Zoning meeting Minutes

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Stanley Kardys, owner of 186 Case Street, addressed the commission and gave a brief description of his family’s history with the property. Kardys explained he has been researching the possible subdivision and open space/farmland preservation of his property.

Events

1830s Star Quilt inspires reproduction

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Come to see the old and the new. For the last seven years quilters from the Salmon Brook Historical Society and the Granby area have been working on replicating a circa 1830s Eight-Pointed Star quilt from the Salmon Brook Historical Society’s quilt collection.

Health Notes

Pain Management

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There are many experiences that cause apprehension and fear. Pain is at the top of the list of things that we fear, wish to avoid, minimize and resolve quickly.

People

Granby rider and horse named dressage champs

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Debbie Brewer of West Granby and her horse, Baltimore, were recently awarded the Connecticut Dressage Association Championship Ribbon for Overall High Point Score during the 2018 season. 

Debbie returned to competition in 2018 after suffering a serious riding accident in 2015. Her injuries prevented her from riding for over a year, but once she was back in the saddle she made steady progress and was ready to compete in shows again in 2018.

Verse

April Thoughts

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The forsythia, reflecting the sun’s warmth, and touched by God’s hand, blossoms in its yellow glory. Fragrant hyacinths of white, pink, and blue, planted many Easters ago, resurrect and bring their Beauty to the world.