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Charlie and Joan Katan honored by Land Trust

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At its annual meeting on Oct. 22, the Granby Land Trust bestowed its highest honor—the Mary Edwards Friend of the Land Trust Award—on Charlie and Joan Katan of West Granby. Charlie, a geologist by training and a naturalist by inclination, was a founder of the GLT. He volunteered for years, providing wise counsel to the board; leading many woodland hikes and other educational activities; and acting as an effective spokesman for the land trust. Joan gave horseback riding le […]

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Resident honored by Habitat for Humanity

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West Granby resident Ralph Eustis (pictured on right) was honored with Hartford Habitat’s Outstanding Construction Volunteer award for his exceptional service to Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity. Director of Construction Kris McKelvie presented the award at Habitat’s Volunteer Appreciation Celebration on October 18, 2017, at the Mark Twain Museum. Eustis, a seasoned construction volunteer, is one of Habitat’s “Weekday Saints” who volunteer tirelessly y […]

Events

Foxfield F.A.R.M. charity celebrates Veterans Day

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Foxfield For A Recovery Mission charity was established in April 2016 to provide an Equine Groundwork Therapy program for Veterans with PTSD. Their outreach to the community has been through partnerships with Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center and Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital. From l.: Susan and Bill Regan, Foxfield F.A.R.M.; Justine Ginsberg, RN community health coordinator FVHD; Leesa Philippon, Gold Star mother and RGH coordinator FVHD; Sean […]

Events

Lions Club conducts annual vision screening

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This is the fifth year that the Granby Lions have checked the eyesight of young children in Granby. Of the 728 children the Lions checked in October, 40 needed to see an eye doctor. This percentage of referrals improved this year. Screening includes four daycare centers, preschool, kindergarten and first grade at Kelly Lane School, and third, fourth and fifth grades at Wells Road School. Caption At Wells Road School, from l.: Jodi French, school nurse; with Lions eye screeners Stan […]

History

The History of Daylight Saving Time and how it began

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By John R. NiebSetting the clocks ahead one hour in spring begins Daylight Saving Time for the year. The change from standard time during the summer months, and back one hour to Standard Time in the fall takes better advantage of natural daylight. Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. on the second Sunday in March and ends at 2 a.m. on the first Sunday in November. When people set their clocks ahead one hour, they lose an hour of sleep, but gain an hour of sleep when they set their clocks back o […]

History

8 East Granby Road

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The center hall house at 8 East Granby Road was probably built about the same time as the neighboring houses (4 East Granby Road and 2 Park Place were both built in 1805). It was a Federal style when new, but many changes and alterations through the years caused people to think it was a Victorian structure.A lot of 9.5 acres was sold by Heamon Holcomb to Andrew D. Hillyer in 1804 for $161. 14. It was located “a little east of the head of Salmon Brook Street.” No house was mentioned i […]

The Arts

Local therapist pens guide for effective living

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The celebration of the publication of Heather A. Lagace’s latest book, I Am in My Life for Keeps: A Course in Thriving will be held at F.H. Cossitt Library on Friday, Nov. 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.  A licensed professional counselor and an adjunct professor at both the University of Hartford and the University of Connecticut, Lagace has written a book that offers practical suggestions for ways to reflect on our lives and inspiring ideas for creating the conditions for mak […]

The Arts

​GLT Art Talk: Learn about the artistic process

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Join us on Thursday, Nov. 9, from 7-9 p.m., for a fun, casual and free event, where we will discuss a number of the works of art that are part of this year’s Granby Land Trust Juried Art Show, Celebrating New England’s Natural Beauty. Complimentary light refreshments will be served and Lost Acres Vineyard wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle.Artists Laura Eden and Bill Simpson will lead an interactive discussion with a number of artists who are in the show, givi […]

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. If you love cats and have time to spare on a weekday morning or evening or on a weekend morning or afternoon, the shelter would love to hear from you.

In Town Focus

Women’s Breakfast

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Granby Women’s Breakfast will meet at the Granby Senior Center on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 8:30 a.m. for breakfast followed by a program entitled Eagles Soar: The Return of an Icon.

In Town Focus

MS Support

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The Granby Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets at the Senior Center at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month. For more information, please contact Meaghan at 860-428-2463.

In Town Focus

Camera Club

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The Granby Camera Club will meet on Monday, Feb. 4, at the Granby Senior Center at 7 p.m. The program for the evening is Painting with Light.

In Town Focus

SBHS Partners with GPL

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During February, take in the small antiques on display at Granby Public Library. Items from the Salmon Brook Historical Society will include tools, sewing items, china, glass, toys and more.

Health Notes

A Good Night’s Sleep

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Sleep is a basic human need, like food, water and oxygen. We cannot decide to do without sleep any more than we can to choose to not eat, hydrate, or breathe. We spend one-third of our lives asleep; for the average adult that’s 26 years.

Town/Govt

Update on Granby’s bridge problems

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Moosehorn, Griffin, Donohue, Simsbury, Hungary and Enders — Granby roads with bridge issues. The wheels of government turn slowly when it comes to diagnosing and financing repairs of these structures, but inspections have been made, problems identified and financing is in the works.

People

Copper Hill Church lists accomplishments

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The new year is a time to reflect on the year gone by, and 2018 was an amazing year for Copper Hill United Methodist Church in East Granby. This has been a year of generosity, and growth in attendance and membership.

Happenings at the Center

The Senior Skinny

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February Highlights
Please visit our website at granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of our health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities. AARP Tax Preparers Q & A Session

Wednesday, Feb.

Town/Govt

Browse & Borrow

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Granby Public Library
Main Branch

Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Cossitt Branch

Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and 3 – 8 p.m.

Saturday: 12 – 5 p.m.

Find us online

Town of Granby (www.granby-ct.gov); use the links to join us on Facebook and Pinterest. Closing

Both libraries will be closed on Monday, Feb.