Granby Drummer (https://granbydrummer.com/page/93/)
Seventy years ago, the state of Connecticut and the town of Granby experienced the worst flood in its history.
Collaboration and Community, Meet the Farm Crew!, and Upcoming Events
The Granby Public Library wrapped up another unforgettable Summer Reading Program, this year themed Mystery and Mayhem. More than 500 patrons of all ages took part in the excitement—solving riddles, cracking codes and getting lost in thrilling whodunits, all while earning raffle tickets for a chance to win great prizes, all for reading.
More than twenty-five years ago a group of people gathered with a desire to help more people know and grow with God. That group included Pastor Clark Pfaff and his family and dozens of families from the Granby and the greater Farmington Valley area.
In 2023 when Gabrielle Galiatsatos decided to expand her flower-growing hobby to better serve the community, she told her neighbor Michelle Neidermeyer, part owner of Lost Acres Vineyard with her husband Kevin Riggott, about her “crazy idea.” Neidermeyer enthusiastically offered the use of a segment of the Vineyard property and within a week, wood was delivered for the raised beds and a massive tulip bulb order was placed.
Granby Open Farm Day 2025 is September 6th.
For the second year in a row, Shirley Murtha has won an award in the Connecticut Press Club’s 2024 annual competition. Her article, How the loss of insect populations affects bird life, placed second in the Green/Environmental category.
How electricity is supplied to our town of Granby is not something everyone thinks about. But for Reinhard Maier, Granby resident for 37 years, the field of electricity is his bailiwick. He holds certification from the state of Connecticut as a licensed professional engineer with more than 50 years of experience in the electric power generation industry.
The Granby UNICO held its annual golf tournament June 6 at the Simsbury Farms Golf Club, which offered a challenging and fun day filled with raffles and prizes. A delicious buffet and beverages followed for all participants.
The Carroll Sisters Trio is set to release its much-anticipated second album, Radiance, as part of Granby’s beloved Salmon Brook Music Series on Sunday, Sept. 28, 4 p.m. at the Granby Congregational Church.
Final reminder— don’t forget to apply! Graduating high school seniors who are permanent residents of Granby are cordially invited to apply for the Granby Artist Association (GAA) 2024 annual scholarship.
The tradition of posting American flags in Granby has existed for more than 17 years and reminds our citizens of the dedication and sacrifices made by our veterans, our families, friends and neighbors. The Granby Lions Club is again offering residents the opportunity to dedicate a new flag in memory of a beloved veteran or private citizen.
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.
Line dancing at Simsbury Grange, Musical Club’s April concerts, New England Air Museum Summer Camp, CT Trolley Museum April school vacation activities, Amp up your guitar IQ, You Can’t Take It with You will have captioned shows, Lively Lore and Legends bus tour, and Gifts of Love Charity Golf Tournament
Empty Bowls at GMHS, Women’s Breakfast, SBHS News, Civic Club, Camera Club, and Men’s Breakfast
On Wednesday, May 1, Jo-Ann Smith will speak to the Granby Women’s Breakfast group regarding her 2,194-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail with her husband, Jim Fergione.
Farmington Valley Chorale, under the direction of Artistic Director Ellen Gilson Voth, presents the Connecticut premier of George Frideric Handel’s oratorio Joseph and His Brethren. The concert takes place on Saturday, April 6, at 7 p.m. at St. Patrick/St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church, 285 Church Street, Hartford.
Mark your calendars, this year’s Friends of the Granby Public Libraries (FOGPL) 41st annual Used Book Sale will be held at Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Road, West Granby. Preview Night is on Friday July 26, 5-8 p.m. with a $10 entrance fee.
As we approach the first Granby Racial Unity Festival on June 29, Granby Racial Reconciliation (GRR) will profile interracial relationships that are models of racial unity.
For the second year in a row, Granby Racial Reconciliation is happy that Lady Carrie, executive director of Jada Foundation CT Double Dutch League, accepted its invitation to direct the Double Dutch exposition at the Granby Racial Unity Festival Saturday, June 29. Her program was well received at last year’s Granby Celebrates Juneteenth Arts and Education Festival.
Valley Brook Community Church welcomes Brian Rooney as Director of Discipleship.
Dennis L.A. White, Hollywood actor, writer, and producer, will be the special guest at the Granby Racial Unity Festival on Saturday, June 29.
Granby Public Library is looking for fellow “makers.” A “maker” is someone who enjoys creating things from scratch, whether it’s electronics, crafts, or inventions. They like to tinker, experiment, and build, often using tools and materials to bring their ideas to life.
In March more than a dozen folks from Valley Brook Community Church traveled to Sumpango, Guatemala, to serve in mission work alongside Simsbury native, Jaylyn Perry.
Arbor Day Event on the Tree Trail, Upcoming Events, Save these Dates, Recent Goings-Ons to Share, and Joe’s Excellent Adventures
Teaching children how to be safe around water is not a luxury; it is a necessity.
This “homemade” recipe came from one of my mom’s Irish cousins years ago. Besides my own mom, Mae Garvey was one of the best cooks I have ever met—everything she did seemed so effortless and was always delicious. A treasured legacy!
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.