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Voters will be able to vote for one candidate in each category to serve the term noted.
We are now settling into the routines of the new school year. Kids are getting comfortable with their teachers and their schedule, adapting to new policies and are engaged in the learning process.
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.
The GMHS Athletic Booster Club is excited for another year of high school sports, spirit and community! Our fall season is already underway, with football, girls/boys soccer, girls/boys cross country, girls field hockey and girls volleyball games occurring weekly.
There is a new resource in town for teens who may be struggling with anxiety or depression—The Hope Hangout.
Kelly Lane Preschool Teaching Assistant Carey Even and preschool student Nora Martins enjoyed bubbles to celebrate the first day of school.
At press time, the girls’ team was 5-1-0 and the boys’ team was 1-1-3. Let’s go, Bears!
Civic Club, Healing Paths, Join the Holiday Committee, Lions’ Birdseed Sale, Mad Agnes Show, Cam-era Club, Men’s Breakfast, Twisted Tales of Poe, Women’s Breakfast, and The Feelings Bunch
The well-received Race, Religion, and Politics series offered by Granby Racial Reconciliation (GRR) will conclude with a workshop on Sunday, Oct. 27, 3–4:30 p.m. at the Granby Senior Center.
Looking for a fun summer activity to do with the kids or grandchildren? Bring them to the newly installed little free library located at the Glazier Cabin on the Granby Land Trust’s Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby.
Two dozen very early risers joined the Granby Land Trust for its 2023 Connecticut Trails Day Here Comes the Sun Hike on the GLT’s Old Messenger Road Corridor properties. The hike started at 4:30 a.m., and we had visitors from as far away as Rocky Hill and Brooklyn.
“A dentist is what I did, not who I am,” says Rick Kirschbaum, a man of diverse interests and talents.
Celebrating 30 years of Community Service, The Tamarack, a Tree Trail Odyssey, and Fresh Access and the Hispanic Health Council
Like many little girls, Jennifer Kielbasa grew up wanting to be just like her mother. But Jennifer took this desire farther than most. Her mother, Kerry Ann Kielbasa, served Granby for 25 years as director of human and senior services.
Nancy Reardon, a local well-known real estate professional in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ Granby office, has been named one of America’s Best Real Estate Professionals by Real Trends and Tom Ferry.
State Line Oil and Propane was recognized as a top performer in 2022 by the Connecticut Green Bank for its contributions to the deployment of clean energy and demonstrated leadership.
James C. Hagan, president and CEO of Westfield Bank, announced the appointment of Jenneyfer Latiff to assistant branch manager at the bank’s Granby location.
Windsor Federal appointed Luke Kettles as its new president on Jan. 1, 2023.
June was a busy month for Mother Nature. It’s peak egg-laying time for many birds, frogs and turtles; Lady Slippers blooming in the woods and bogs; and strawberries and rhubarb nearly ready for picking.
The sun’s light coming through the window wakes me, and I know it will be a glorious Fourth of July day—perfect for parades, picnics, barbecues, a trip to the beach or lake for swimming or boating.
Many members of Granby American Legion Shannon-Shattuck Post #182 joined with eight local service organizations to support the Fifth Annual American Flag Retirement Ceremony.
Minor injuries and illnesses are as much a part of summer camp as S’mores. With a little planning, you can help your kids avoid bug bites and other summer camp bugaboos like poison ivy rashes and dehydration. Here are six ways to prepare your kids for a day or sleepaway camp.
Farmington Valley Chorale, based in Simsbury, received a $4,171 grant through the Connecticut Office of the Arts. This award offers support for general operations for theaters and performing groups.
The animal looked noble, poised and totally alert as it guided the person across the street, navigating through pedestrians and traffic. It exuded confidence despite the din of downtown Hartford and all the obstacles around which it maneuvered. I saw the white cane the human carried and the harness worn by the German shepherd.
Congratulations to the winners of the annual Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation Art Contest. Seniors were invited to submit original artwork and the winning submission was featured on the Safe Grad t-shirt and used for the party invitation.
The Granby Artists Association (GAA) is presenting its 2023 All Members Art Show from Aug. 10 to Aug. 24 at the East Granby Public Library. The GAA works to create a vibrant and supportive community for the arts in Granby and is proud to share this amazing variety of artwork from local artists with the community.
Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of the health services, support groups, clubs, and ongoing activities.
Last month the CT Healthy Living Collective announced the expansion of the CT LGBTQ+ Moveable Senior Center Program to coincide with the celebration of Pride Month.
Thursdays through Oct. 26, 11–11:45 a.m. Enjoy fresh produce graciously donated from the Fresh Access Program through the Holcomb Farm CSA.