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The Granby Public Library has completed a renovation project aimed at modernizing and revitalizing its space for the community. Updates included the removal and installation of new carpeting, the removal of outdated wallpaper, a fresh coat of paint and brighter more efficient lighting in the adult services area and staff workspace.
Highlights from the meeting held on January 8th, 2025
Highlights from the meetings held on January 7th and February 4th, 2025
As required by the Granby Town Charter, the annual Three Board Meeting was held on January 21. This meeting brings together the boards of Education, Finance and Selectmen to present their initial components of the town’s Plus-1 budget.
Sign up for a garden plot in the Granby Community Garden. Enjoy a fun, affordable way to grow and enjoy your own fresh vegetables, herbs, and flowers this season. Granby residents can lease a 20-by-20-foot garden plot for just $10.
Highlights from the meetings held on February 18th and 3rd, 2025
Come celebrate the twentieth running of Granby’s favorite trivia contest! This year’s GranBee will be held on Friday, April 25 at Granby Memorial High School.
Inserted in this month’s Drummer you will find our membership form for this year’s fund drive. We are reaching out to those who would like to become a new member and those renewing their current membership. By becoming a member, you are helping to support numerous activities and purchases for the Granby Public Libraries throughout the year.
As September begins and summer ends, it’s time to look ahead to fall. School buildings are preparing to open doors and welcome back students and families, and fall sports are gearing up for the new season.
Granby Open Farm Day 2023 will be on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cheri Burke, Granby’s superintendent of schools, announced that Heather Tanis has been selected as the principal of Granby Memorial Middle School.
At an Aug. 9 public hearing, a 48-unit, four-story apartment complex proposed for 37 Hartford Avenue by Vessel Development of New York, was presented to the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission (IWWC) for permit approval of its storm water management plan. The review and permits are required because the site includes 932 square feet of wetlands.
Welcome to the Drummer’s first issue this autumn! During the past several months, we’ve successfully completed our transition to a new editorial team and we’re excited to continue bringing Granby’s news to you in print, on our website and on social media.
Katharine Leenders has been appointed to fill Sarah Thrall’s remaining term. Come November, she will be running in the next election.
In honor of National Voter Registration Day, candidates who are running for the Granby Board of Education on Nov. 7, have been invited to attend a Candidate Forum sponsored by the GMHS Civics Department and the Registrars of Voters Office, in the Granby High School Auditorium on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m.
Lottery to determine horizontal order will be Sept. 6, 9 a.m.
Help CT corporate taxes benefit Granby, Book Sale was success!, Embracing Our Agrarian Roots, and Lack of Parent Engagement at BOE Meetings
Lieutenant Commander David M. Amidon, honorary marshal of the Granby Memorial Day Parade, served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam and the Cold War. His actual service duties were reported incorrectly in my article in the July/August issue, Memorial Day parade and ceremony honors fallen heroes. My apologies to Dave and sincere appreciation for his service.
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.
Poll workers needed, Voter registration, and No Primary, Nov. 7 is Election Day
Highlights from the June 27th, 2023 and July 11th, 2023 meetings
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the Town of Granby for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022.
On May 22, Matthew Spoerndle, senior managing director with Phoenix Advisors, LLC presented a credit overview for the Town of Granby at the Board of Finance meeting.
On Sunday, Sept. 24, Salmon Brook Historical Society (SBHS) will host an Appraisal Fair at the society grounds at 208 Salmon Brook Street.
The Lost Acres Fire Department’s first car show on Aug. 5 at Salmon Brook Park drew approximately 150 cars and raised over $5,000.
The Granby Drummer staff mourns the loss of longtime friend and volunteer Hank Rau.
Highlights from the meetings held on June 20th, July 10th, July 17th, and August 7th, 2023