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Fun & Rec

Free family fun at YMCA Camp Jewell

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Winter fun has just begun at YMCA Camp Jewell in Colebrook, with snow tubing adventure for kids of all ages. Hike up the hill then race back down as Camp Jewell welcomes families for snow tubing every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Tubes and helmets are provided free of charge, warming and restroom facilities are available, and activities are supervised by YMCA staff. Please check tubing conditions by visiting Camp Jewell YMCA on Facebook or call the camp at 860-379-2782. Camp Jewell is located at 6 Pr […]

The Arts

GMHS Drama Club – spring musical is charming!

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The Prince is Giving a Ball! Hear ye, hear ye! Come one, come all to the ball! Don’t sit in your own little corner in your own little room! Nothing is impossible! Your carriage awaits and if you want to find the glass slipper come to Granby Memorial High School Auditorium Friday, March 17 at 7 p.m.; Saturday March 18 at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 19 at 3 p.m. and see the MAGIC! For more details support the GMHS drama club by liking it on Facebook (GMHS Drama Club) and follow it o […]

School & Sports

Granby Memorial Middle School Honor Roll 1st Quarter

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GRADE 8HIGH HONORSJames Accetura, Dina Alfarone, Olivia Ashe, Spencer Bennett, Zachary Brewer, Caroline Burnett, William Caley, Aniela Cashman, Ashley Coon, Jenna Cox, Jack DeGray, Riley Dehner, Ty delosReyes, Ashlyn Dixon, Sean Dowd, Daniel Ennis, Angela Everett, Addy Fede, Ryan Fett, Madeline Gilmore, Alyssa Goldman, Aidan Goodrow, Meggie Hennessey, Jacob Ivanov, Aiden Kaczka, Eleanor Karabetsos, Madison Kennedy, Emma Kirkpatrick, Isabella Krumm, Grace Lemoine, Hanna Lloyd, Anna Lombardo, Tyle […]

The Arts

Good Company Theater’s presents James and the Giant Peach

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By Peggy ShawGood Company Theater is excited to present its next production, James and the Giant Peach. Adapted for the stage from Roald Dahl’s children’s classic of the same name, the play is directed by Christopher Bushey. Musical director Rick Handville has incorporated several new wonderful and whimsical songs by Denny Moon.James Henry Trotter, played by Jake Scotto, is a young boy who lives with his parents in England. On James’ birthday they plan to go to New York City an […]

People

granby resident is winner in hartford business journal poll

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Andrea Obston Marketing Communications was named a winner in the Hartford Business Journal’s Best of Business Poll in the best Public Relations Firm category, and received honorable mention in the Advertising Agency category. The Best of Business Awards recognize and promote locally owned and operated businesses. The winners were voted on by the readers of the Hartford Business Journal who singled out Andrea Obston Marketing Communications as the Best of the Best in its field. The awa […]

People

Humans of Granby

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Randy ThomasAge 52Proprietor of JD’s Barber ShopTell about how you arrived at your present occupation…Once I finished high school I enrolled in the service and after that I tried many different jobs. I liked building things with my hands so I framed houses and worked in the construction industry for a while. Eventually it was important to put aside my pride and realize what the best path for me should be.My dad was a successful barber in town for many years and his guidance h […]

Events

in town focus events

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Volunteer Cat Lovers NeededMary’s Kitty Korner, a no-kill cat shelter in Granby, is looking for volunteers to help care for its kitties until they find their “fur-ever” homes. If you love cats and can spare some time on weekdays, weeknights or weekends, the staff would love to hear from you. Call 860-379-4141 or visit www.maryskittykorner.org to find out more.Camera ClubThe Granby Camera Club will meet on Monday, Feb. 6, at the Granby Senior Center at 7 p.m. The guest speaker f […]

School & Sports

2017-18 Kelly Lane Kindergarten registration is March 20

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Kindergarten registration will be held at Kelly Lane Primary School, 60 Kelly Lane on Monday, March 20, anytime between 5-7 p.m.Children, who will be five years of age on or before January 1, 2018, must be registered for the 2017-2018 school year. Parents choosing not to enroll their eligible child for Kindergarten must complete an option form exempting their child from school attendance. Children do not have to be present for registration.All forms can be downloaded from the Kelly Lane Primary […]

The Arts

Knife making with local artist Bradford McDougall

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By Jennifer R. BensonWhen artist, blacksmith and woodworker Bradford McDougall is not creating his art or producing smithy pieces for other artists, he expands his blacksmithing skills and their applications. Three years ago he became interested in knife making. As many of us would do, he researched on the internet, watched YouTube videos and read articles on the subject. Having the requisite tools in his blacksmith shop, he followed the instructions and found them inadequate, because they left […]

Great Outdoors

La Cucina Frutteto – Winter Glow

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By Susan AcceturaEat local—eat seasonal—eat a rainbow a day. Summer is one thing, with our gardens full of tomatoes, zucchini, peaches, peppers, raspberries, blueberries, basil, we scarcely need to visit the grocery store at all. A walk through the garden can determine the menu. Autumn abounds with pumpkins, potatoes, acorn squash, apples, pears, quince. But winter in Connecticut? Good luck with that.These days in the big supermarkets we can find almost every fruit and vegetable any […]

Drumrolls

Drumrolls – June 2018

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Local artist Bill Simpson won second place with his charcoal drawing “Kiev” in the CT + 6 art show at the West Hartford Art League. He was invited to discuss his work at the gallery on May 6.

Fun & Rec

Summer adventures for teenagers

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This summer has the potential to be so much more than being indoors behind a phone screen. As easily as stepping outside, teens can transform their limited days of freedom before the start of school, into one prolonged adventure.

Town/Govt

Hornish to challenge Kissel in state senate District 7 race

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Annie Hornish, former State Representative and current advocate for animal issues, has declared her candidacy for State Senator, challenging incumbent John Kissel. As a Representative, Annie passed legislation that created high-quality jobs, preserved state aid for towns and local schools, and cut government waste through vigorous results-based accountability and regionalization efforts.

Events

Browse & Borrow

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Granby Public Library
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 Public Library
Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; 3 – 8 p.m.

Saturday: 12 – 5 p.m.

Find us online at www.granby-ct.gov; use links to join us on Facebook and Pinterest. Holiday Closings

Both libraries will be closed on Wednesday, July 4.

Events

Holcomb Farm Heritage

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Join author Peggy Lareau on Thursday, June 7, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Granby Public Library for an insightful presentation on the history of Holcomb Farm. Learn more about the farm’s struggles, successes and continuing legacy.

People

Share the road—with horses!

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Almost any driver will tell you that when you see a school bus with lights flashing you must stop and wait. But what is your responsibility as a driver when you see a horse and rider on the road?

Events

Salmon Brook Music Series hosts Mark Erelli

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Folk singer and composer Mark Erelli returns to the Salmon Brook Music Series on Saturday, June 9. Since his first album, Signature Sounds, in 1999, his rigorous touring schedule has included the major folk festivals at Newport and Philadelphia.

CT Valley Views

Long Term Care is high priority insurance

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Susan Patricelli-Regan, host of CT Valley Views, again speaks with David Guttchen, director of Connecticut Long-Term Care Partnership, regarding the risks, costs and benefits of this vital insurance. Although there can be annual increases to premiums for coverage, the advantages are significant as it protects the individual’s assets and savings allowing the option of choosing assisted living or remaining in the home, contributing to the overall quality of life not only for the participant but the extended family.