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The Bruce Porter Memorial Music Series will host a concert in memory of Brazilian Pianist Luiz de Moura Castro on Friday, April 10, at 7 p.m., at the South Campus of Granby Congregational Church, 242 Salmon Brook St. The concert marks the first anniversary of his death.
Enjoying the longer daylight hours and spending time outdoors is easy to do in Granby. Read on for information about activities in and around town.
Highlights from the Special Meeting and Regular Meetings held on February 17th, and the Budget Workshop held on March 5th, 2026
As a 20+ year resident of Granby, I urge you all to read this article before you rubber stamp the School Budget in the April vote.
Granby’s America250 Committee is seeking donations to support the activities surrounding the Granby America250 Celebration in 2026.
In March’s article about the Drummer Puzzle Slam, Squadron Capital LLC was incorrectly identified as Squadron Line Capital. We apologize for the error.
Check Town of Granby website or call Town Manager’s office to verify date, time, location, and get information on how to participate on Zoom, if needed.
We currently need: Dinty Moore beef stew; Assorted crackers: Ritz, Saltines, Town House; Coffee/tea; Cooking oil; Ketchup/mustard/mayo; Toilet paper, facial tissues; Dishwashing soap
I want to give a shout out to the GMHS cast and crew for their fabulous production of The Little Mermaid. They packed the GMHS auditorium on March 12, 13, 14 and 15. What talent we have in Granby! This musical highlighted our talented singers, dancers and set crew students and volunteers. As Director Erin Bakken stated, “This production has truly been a labor of love.”
Inserted in this month’s Drummer you will find the Friends of Granby Public Library’s membership form for this year’s fund drive. We are reaching out to those who would like to be a new member and those renewing their current membership.
Holidays: Good Friday (April 3) is not a trash holiday. Trash barrels must be out on your regularly scheduled day.
The focus of the Social Services Department is to coordinate existing federal, state, regional and local services, to increase community awareness of these services and to develop new programs to meet the needs of Granby residents.
Jake Teclaw earned his 1,000th career point on February 9 against Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy. The junior tri-captain looks to lead the 16-3 Bears boys basketball team into the NCCC playoffs and the CIAC State Tournament over the next few weeks.
Granby’s Budget Workshops on the FY27 operating budget will start in early March (5, 9 and 12 at 5 p.m. in Town Hall for town spending and March 11 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center for the board of education spending, culminating with a board of finance public hearing on Monday, April 6, at 7 p.m., at the high school.
At its Feb. 9 meeting, the Granby Board of Finance reviewed all then-available pertinent information that would impact the FY27 budget, took public comment and set operating budget guidelines at no more than its initial Plus One budget’s net impact on the mill rate. The municipal operating projection is for a 2.38 percent increase.
The 2026 Puzzle Slam, benefiting The Granby Drummer, was held on Jan. 31 at the Granby Memorial Middle School.
In 2025, the Granby Police Department continued its commitment to providing high-quality patrol, dispatch and public safety administrative services while also making significant advancements in professionalism, community engagement and operational readiness.
With the winter season in full effect, the town’s building official and fire marshal remind the public about home maintenance for heating systems. As the weather fluctuates through its regular cycle of cold weather to below- freezing temperatures, the equipment that heats our homes must work harder and longer.
Highlights from the meeting held on February 4th, 2026
Marquis memories and Support cultivated meat
After thoughtful consideration, Heather Lockwood has decided to step down as Managing Editor later this spring. Her family is planning a move in the near future, and additional family responsibilities have made it necessary for her to shift her focus at this time.
Check Town of Granby website or call Town Manager’s office to verify date, time, location, and get information on how to participate on Zoom, if needed.
We currently need: Taco dinner boxes, Assorted cookies, Brownie mixes, Salad dressings, Tea/coffee, Dishwashing soap
When I restricted my daughter’s smartphone access and sent her to technology-free camps, I often felt alone with my concerns about the adverse impact of smartphones and social media on children.
It might be cold now, but there’s a lot going on at Granby Parks & Recreation to prepare for the summer season, including opened job applications for various summer staff positions—summer camp counselors, lifeguards, concession attendants and pond gate attendants.
Highlights from the meetings held on January 13th and February 10th, 2026
The focus of the Social Services Department is to coordinate existing federal, state, regional and local services, to increase community awareness of these services and to develop new programs to meet the needs of Granby residents.
