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The pledge to “our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor” reflects a transition from looking inward to looking outward.
Cared for and revered by many, the Dewey-Granby Oak on Day Street is a white oak. The white oak is the Connecticut state tree, formally designated as such by the state’s General Assembly in 1947. It was a choice made easy considering the importance a white oak played in protecting our independence.
Have you ever wanted to write for the Drummer? Do you have an idea for an article or monthly column you would like to pitch? Bonus: do you have a good potluck dish or dessert you would be willing to share?
William B. Moody of Granby, Connecticut was born in Olney, Illinois, December 30, 1928. Son of Byrl and Marjorie (LeFever) Moody of Oblong, Illinois, and died at age 97 on May 22, 2026.
There’s always something happening at the library. With programs ranging from Storytimes and teen activities to author talks, hands-on workshops and special events, the library provides welcoming opportunities for the community to learn, connect and be inspired.
Whenever I walk into the library it’s always a surprise if my friends are there. Also, the library has SO many suggestions on books to read and I even get suggestions from my friends.
At its June 1 meeting, the Granby Board of Selectmen honored long time public works employee Michael J. Leamy on the occasion of his retirement. Leamy served the town as a Public Works Maintainer for 33 years before being promoted to Fleet Mechanic. In this capacity, he was responsible for more than 60 pieces of equipment of all sizes.
The Tractor Supply store on the Granby-Simsbury town line shows its appreciation for US veterans and military personnel every day.
In the spring of 2025, visitors to the Granby Land Trust’s Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve noticed something unusual at the North Marsh: an industrious group of beavers had built a dam directly beneath the footbridge. As a result, water levels rose, the marsh began to resemble a pond, and the altered flow threatened the bridge’s integrity.
The Granby Land Trust was faced with a challenge: how do we protect the marsh, and our bridge, without harming the beavers?
The Drummer is looking for volunteers, including experienced and aspiring writers, photo editors, proofreaders, copy editors and folks to assist with our marketing and production teams. We offer training to anyone looking to learn new skills and give back to their local community. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!
Transfer Station: The transfer station will be closed on Saturday, July 4. The transfer station is open Wednesday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon.
The effort to modernize and expand the Granby Public Library took a significant step forward last month when community members gathered for a town hall forum to explore what a renovated library could look like—and how it would be paid for.
An initiative has been introduced at GMMS this year to promote a more inclusive and respectful school environment.
74th Annual Strawberry Festival, East Granby Library’s Programs, Air museum to hold WWII weekend, Porter-Phelps Huntington Museum News, Barn concert sessions, and Concert for fans of CSNY
Nonprofit organizations in Granby are invited to announce upcoming events—free of charge—here on the In Town Focus page. According to Drummer readers, this calendar page is the first one they read, so take advantage of this free, no strings-attached option to let the community know what is happening in your organization.
PFLAG Granby is pleased to announce a series of film screenings to celebrate Pride Month. On June 7 at 4 p.m., the chapter will host a screening of Tomorrow’s Too Late, about British artist Dylan Holloway, formerly known as Lots Holloway, who stepped away from the spotlight during the 2020 lockdown to begin his gender transition. Once a rising star on the UK’s X-factor, Holloway now faced a profound personal and professional crossroads as hormone therapy could irreversibly change the voice that defined his career.
There’s always something happening at the Granby Public Library. With programs ranging from storytimes and teen activities to author talks, hands-on workshops and special events, the library provides welcoming opportunities for the community to learn, connect and be inspired. Registration is required for library programs.
This year, Friends of the Granby Public Libraries (FOGPL) 43rd annual Used Book Sale will be held at Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Road, West Granby. Preview Night is on Friday, July 24, 5–8 p.m. with a $10 entrance fee. The regular sale is on Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Last chance sale is on Sunday, July 26, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. with $10 per bag or donation.
The 56th Annual Granby Race Road Race once again proved why it stands as one of Connecticut’s most cherished and historic running traditions. Drawing an impressive 445 runners from 10 states and 51 Connecticut towns, the event brought together athletes of all levels for a day defined by community spirit, competition, and scenic beauty.
Summer at the YMCA is a favorite time of year. It’s a season filled with sunshine, laughter, new friendships and opportunities for families to come together and make lasting memories. From outdoor fitness classes and summer camp to water safety education and community events, there is something for everyone at the Y this summer.
For 81 years, the Salmon Brook Historical Society has been preserving and celebrating the rich history of Granby, while educating the public about the importance of protecting the town’s historic buildings, landmarks and cultural heritage for future generations. At its recent Annual Meeting, SBHS President Howard Berg announced an exciting initiative by the Board of Directors to preserve Granby’s historic character for future generations.
Granby has had town parades and celebrations since the dedication of the Civil War Monument in 1868. At that time, we celebrated the end of the Civil War while remembering those men who had died. For many years, those somber observances were known as Decoration Day. Today, we know it as Memorial Day.
The Salmon Brook Historical Society partnered with the Town of Granby to install two new interpretive signs commemorating historic New Haven and Northampton Canal sites in Granby. The signs will help residents and visitors to rediscover an important chapter of Granby’s early history.
GLT hosts Crag Mountain ridgeline hike, Beaver believers hike: Learning to live with nature’s engineers, Wildflower hike showcases spring ephemerals in bloom, and Ben Goldfarb impresses
More than 100 Granby Land Trust (GLT) volunteers spread out across Granby during Earth Day Weekend to remove a record-setting 4,220 pounds of roadside trash from more than 50 miles of roadway and parking lots during the GLT’s fourth annual Earth Day Roadside Cleanup.
On the Granby Land Trust’s annual Mother’s Day Bird Walk, which took place at the Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby, participants spotted an incredible 52 species of birds over the course of two hours, with especially fine views of rose-breasted grosbeak, kingfisher, black-throated blue warbler (always a crowd pleaser), wood thrush, spotted sandpiper, great blue heron, common yellowthroat and Virginia rail.
One of the joys of summer, no matter what one’s age, used to be watching the fireflies flitting about one’s back yard during the evenings of early summer. What child hasn’t trapped a few in a glass jar and kept them in the bedroom for the night? That is beginning to feel like a bygone pleasure, as it is becoming hard to find them anymore.
