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Town/Govt

Car wash a success—thanks!

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The cadets of Lost Acres Fire Department Explorer Post 1936 would like to thank all of the individuals and businesses that contributed to the success of its car wash on June 6. The event was a success. The cadets, advisors and other members of the LAFD washed over 35 vehicles that day. Proceeds will be used to support a field trip later this summer to the 9/11 Memorial in New York City along with future events and equipment for the program. In addition to all the individuals who came out to supp […]

Local Voices

Early Morning Summer Thoughts

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The blue jay sits in the evergreen tree awaiting my opening of the back door. He seems to know that I will share with him little pieces of my hotdog roll left over from last night’s supper. Eagerly, he grabs at the small pieces I’ve thrown on the ground. Sometimes he eats them there, other times he flies back to his nest and brings his mate. The squirrels, ever aware of free food, hurry to get their share, too! As I stand on the top step, I become aware of the lyrical song of bird […]

The Arts

GAA Exhibit in Simsbury

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The Granby Artists Association announces a show of members’ artwork at the Simsbury Library downstairs program room, from July 6 through July 31. The public is invited to a reception for the artists to be held Thursday, July 9, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. No charge. Please join us to celebrate.     […]

The Arts

GAA Exhibit in Simsbury

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The Granby Artists Association announces a show of members’ artwork at the Simsbury Library downstairs program room, from July 6 through July 31. The public is invited to a reception for the artists to be held Thursday, July 9, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. No charge. Please join us to celebrate.     […]

The Arts

Chorale to hold Summer Sing-in

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The Farmington Valley Chorale, with Ellen Gilson Voth as artistic director, will hold a Summer Sing-in featuring Franz Schubert’s Mass in G Major, on Sunday, Aug. 9, 3 to 5 p.m., Avon Congregational Church, 6 West Main Street (corner of Routes 44 and 10) in Avon. All singers are welcome, scores will be provided. Donation is $5. For more information and to hear Schubert’s Mass in G Major, visit farmingtonvalleychorale.org. […]

The Arts

Chorale to hold Summer Sing-in

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The Farmington Valley Chorale, with Ellen Gilson Voth as artistic director, will hold a Summer Sing-in featuring Franz Schubert’s Mass in G Major, on Sunday, Aug. 9, 3 to 5 p.m., Avon Congregational Church, 6 West Main Street (corner of Routes 44 and 10) in Avon. All singers are welcome, scores will be provided. Donation is $5. For more information and to hear Schubert’s Mass in G Major, visit farmingtonvalleychorale.org. […]

The Arts

Honey Hill Pottery Show

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Her pottery has earned accolades and awards, graced the pages of Yankee magazine, been represented by fine galleries and selected for the Slater Memorial Museum’s permanent collection. One of her clay pots even survived a trek to the top of Mount Everest. Now, Granby artist Avis Akers Cherichetti is embracing a new challenge: Her first one-person show, “Clay on the Wall,” runs July 24 through August 15 at Lost Acres Vineyard in North Granby. Not only has this exhibition required Cherichetti to […]

The Arts

GAA receives Artscape grant

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Granby Artists Association receives Artscape grant By Lori Catlin Garcia The Granby Artists Association is honored to be the recipient of a $2,000  Artscape grant from the Greater Hartford Arts Council to promote its annual open studio tour. Funded by the Arts Council’s United Arts Campaign with support from designated gifts to the United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut, Artscape grants are designed to provide critical funding for concerts, theater, dance, exhibits and m […]

Fun & Rec

Land Trust’s spring bird walks

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Photos Land Trust’s spring bird walks offer rare glimpses of Granby birds By Trish Percival Each spring, John Weeks and Christine Chinni lead a group of adventuresome Granby Land Trust members into the woods of North Granby to see what types of birds they can find. This popular event, held both mornings of Mother’s Day weekend, is generously hosted by Granby Land Trust Board Member Jamie Gamble on his beautiful and diverse property. Jamie’s property is perfect for birding, […]

Town/Govt

Senior Center Update

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July and August Activities Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at the Granby Senior Center located within the Municipal Complex at 15 North Granby Road. Please call 860-844-5352 for additional information. Special Opportunities Painting Party: Wednesday, July 15, 1:30 p.m. Create your own masterpiece. With the help of local artist Irene Hilbert, paint an abstract picture. No experience necessary, fun for all ages. $25pp, includes supplies and snacks. Holistic Physical Therapy for C […]

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