Recent Stories

People

Fresh take on a worship song

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Patrick Fitzgerald, worship arts director of Valley Brook Community Church, recently released a new arrangement of a worship song called Not in a Hurry. The song was originally recorded by United Pursuit and Will Reagan in 2017, and it features a theme of patiently pursuing a relationship with God.

Familiar Faces

John Myers embraces life

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He’s known as “John the Englishman” by frequenters of Starbucks. But behind John Myers’ British accent lies curiosity, intelligence, skill, creativity, humor and above all, gratitude for a second chance at what by any measure is a life well lived.

People

Winning a national poetry award

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On Jan. 14, 2016, I had a heart attack but having never had one before, I thought I was just feeling sick for some reason. I ignored the symptoms and then on Sunday, Jan. 17, I had another.

Fun & Rec

Meet me at the Center — Feb. 2024

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Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check your Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities.
Please note that the center is closed Feb. 17 for Presidents’ Day.

People

Moon Cusser Extraordinaire

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You’ve probably driven along Route 10 North to Southwick hundreds of times, but have you ever noticed that we have a real live “Moon Cusser” right here in town?

Health Notes

Gum disease and your heart

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How many of us grew up hearing our parents say “brush your teeth” in the morning and evening? We replied we had when we briefly ran the toothbrush over our teeth or sneakily wet the brush without even brushing. But do you know the importance of brushing your teeth?

People

Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.

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The Granby Fire Marshal’s Office and the Lost Acres Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention WeekTM (FPW). This year’s FPW campaign is, Cooking safety starts with YOU.

History

Fifty years of changes in Granby

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As we all endure the construction in the center of town and look forward to seeing the improvements to Granby, I can’t help but think about how much our town has changed.

People

Safety First when buying or installing a woodstove

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Wood-burning stoves can be a way to lower fuel costs and aid in heating a residence. Wood stoves and alternative heating devices can be a life-threatening hazard if not installed properly.

Drumrolls

Drumroll

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Katherine Kaczkowski, of North Granby, was named to the University of Hartford’s dean’s list for the spring semester.

Fun & Rec

Meet me at the Center

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Special Events, Trips, Lifelong Learning, Health and Wellness, and other Ongoing Programs hosted by the Granby Senior Center

Events

The pumpkins are here!

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The Granby Congregational Church’s Pumpkin Patch is back and open for business starting on Sunday, Oct. 1 at the south campus on 242 Salmon Brook Street.

Town/Govt

Public Works — October 2023

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Transfer Station hours, Household Hazardous waste collection, Winter preparation, Signs, Textile recycling, Plastic bag recycling, and Yard waste

Fun & Rec

A final Haunt on Kelly Lane

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Imagine yourself walking through a dark graveyard with unholy apparitions lurking just beyond sight making slight rustling sounds. A chill breeze brings goose bumps to your skin, and then you hear maniacal laughter and the horrific sound of a chain saw starting up right behind you, and you run screaming into the night!

Great Outdoors

Sign up for 4-H on October 4

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Granby 4-H sign-up night is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 4 at the Holcomb Farm Workshop. This open house from 7 to 8 p.m. will introduce the youth-officer team and project groups available for the 2023-24 program year.

Great Outdoors

Open Farm Day 2023 — Gallery

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Hay bale throwing contest at Maple View Farm.Chris Prosperi cooks up pasta dish using Holcomb Farm veggies.John O’Brien extols the benefits of autumn crocus at O’Brien Nursery.Tasting honey at the Grange.Selling apples at Lost Acres Orchard.Karen Dowd mans the cornhole game at the Granby Land Trust table at Sweet Pea Farm.Dorothy Hayes delivers lunch to the goats at Sweet Pea Farm.