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On Sept. 19, the Granby Lions participated in the Veterans Stand Down event at the State Veterans Home in Rocky Hill for the third year in a row. The Lions members collected toiletry items, clothing, eyeglasses and first aid items throughout the year to donate to military veterans in need.
Fall is in full swing here in Granby, and it’s time to adjust for the cold weather and plan for leaf cleanup. The chill in the early morning air slides away as the sun comes out, and there’s lots to see and do around town. Fall brings more program offerings, completed projects from public works, and updates from the building department. Read on for news and upcoming events from various departments at Granby Town Hall.
Saturday, Oct. 18 a crowd of protesters drawn from Granby and surrounding towns converged on the Granby town green with signs and flags.
Community Ham Dinner, Cozy up with Lifelong Learning, and Holiday Bazaar
Rodenticides are one of the most common toxin exposures we see in veterinary medicine. Last month I covered anticoagulant rodenticides, which are the easiest to treat. Now we will touch base on the other two classes of rodenticides—cholecalciferol and bromethalin. These two types of rodenticides are not easy to treat like the anticoagulants. These are newer generation poisons that can cause serious harm to pets if not treated quickly.
Registration is required for library programs unless noted. To register visit granby-ct.gov/Library, and click on “Register for a Program” or call the library at 860-844-5275.
Photos by Lynette Simpson
More than 300 people braved nor’easter winds and pouring rain on October 13 to pay respects to the family of Jenny Emery—her husband Dave and children Nina, Ellie and Bob—at Holcomb Farm.
Camera Club, Women’s Breakfast, Men’s Breakfast, Granby Center Plan, Bible Study, Holiday Farmers Mar-kets, and Civic Club is “buzzing”
On Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, the Granby Drummer will host its third Puzzle Slam competition and fundraiser at the Granby Memorial Middle School. A midwestern favorite, speed puzzling has risen in popularity in recent years.