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Decision Point – For Granby’s Future

By Michael B. Guarco, Jr. Chair, Board of Finance On Tuesday May 28 at 7 p.m., a Town Meeting will be held to present and discuss three capital appropriation requests, which will then be forwarded to a referendum scheduled for a week later, as prescribed within the Town Charter.

These seek approval for 1) replacing five bridges that date back some 60 years to after the 1955 flood, 2) construction of an electricity-generating solar array behind Wells Road School primarily on land previously generously donated to the town by the Janeski family, and 3) education- and infrastructure-related improvements at the campus housing the now nearly 30-year-old Middle School and the High School which was renovated and expanded almost 20 years ago.

In aggregate, these three capital appropriation requests - once approved - would authorize up to $25 million in

gross expenditure. This includes design and engineering, permits as needed, construction, and bonding costs as well as interim financing. The net cost to the town is projected to be about $11 million—roughly $14 million less than the gross—after applying the estimated reimbursement amounts. The bridges are eligible for cost-sharing plans that split the cost 50/50 under the state program, or 80/20 under the federal/local program. The reimbursement percentage for qualifying portions of both school projects is 39 percent. It is estimated that these reimbursement levels will reduce the net need to bond down to roughly $11 million even if the full $25 million authorized should need to be utilized.

Both numbers would decrease if the bids come in lower than the conservative cost estimates, all to our benefit.

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee – CPPAC – recommended these projects for action this year after

Capital projects referendum

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Referendum set for June 4

The Bonding Referendum has been scheduled for June 4 from noon to 8 p.m. and will be held the Town Hall Meeting Room. Absentee ballots are available after the Town Meeting on May 28, from the Town Clerk for in-person absentees: Wednesday May 29, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday May 30, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday May 31, 8 a.m. to noon, Monday, June 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the morning of the vote Tuesday June 4 from 8 a.m. to noon. Unfortunately there isn’t sufficient time to mail applications/mail ballots.

On May 29, the Registrars of Voters will hold the public testing and sealing of the optical scanner voting machines for the June 4 Bonding Referendum at 10 a.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room.

Superintendent Addley moving on after 21 years with Granby schools Granby’s Superintendent of Schools Dr. Alan Addley has been appointed the new superintendent for the Darien Public Schools, and will begin there over the summer.

Dr. Addley Addley has served as superintendent since 2008. Under his leadership, Granby has been recognized for its high achieving public schools. Last fall, he was named

2019 Superintendent of the Year by the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents.

In a letter to parents, Addley said, “I am tremendously grateful for all the wonderful opportunities afforded me by this great wee town and its wonderful school system. As a Granby resident and Superintendent of Schools, thank you for your professional and personal friendships over the past two decades and for opening your hearts to me and my family.”

Inside Referendum information ..... 8

Granby Road Race photos .. 17

Fortune & Folly ............... 19

Humans of Granby ............ 23

A Storm Trooper (Chris Arcoutte) runs the Granby Road Race 5K in full costume reminding the runners of the race’s theme—May the 4th Be With You! Submitted photo

48th annual Granby Road Race raises funds to support YMCA programs On May 4, the community celebrated the forty-eighth Granby Road Race 5K and 10K. This race has a unique course that involves road and trail to make beautiful running scenery for over 290 registered runners. The Farmington Valley YMCA has hosted this race for nine out of the 48 years. The event is the one of the oldest races in Connecticut, and was extra special this year as we had a Storm Trooper run the 5K in full costume to help us support the theme—May the 4th Be With You! This event would not be possible without the dedication of over 25 volunteers from Live Every Day Physical Therapy, the Blue Blazer crew, the Granby Camera Club, CERT, and a race committee that worked tirelessly to organize another great event.

The road race Presenting Sponsor was Murphy, Ladauti, Kiel, Rattigan attorneys at law (MLKR) with a sponsor level of $2,500. MLKR has been a strong supporter of the Y and the Granby Road Race for many years. “We were delighted to once again sponsor one of the state’s oldest road races that raises money for a great cause,” said Larry Kiel, member of MLKR, and Farmington Valley YMCA board member. “As more local businesses and runners support the race, the Y can provide more financial assistance to those in the community who need our support.”

Luke Roman, 18, of Granby crossed the finish line first in the 5K for the second year in a row setting a new course

record with a time 18:01. The Granby native beat his own record from last year.

Jenna Van Ryn, 12, of Granby, was the first female finisher with a time of 22:47.

Samuel Marshall, 30, of New Haven, finished first in the 10K with a time of 39.08.

Granby resident, Lindsey Morizio, finished first in the female 10K with a time of 47:46.

The historic race generated over $16,000 with the help of MLKR and many other local businesses the YMCA will support families regardless of their ability to pay. The funds allow families to send children to camp, attend swim lessons, use the wellness center, participate in our afterschool programs, and much more. The Farmington Valley YMCA wants to thank everyone that was involved in this race and all of the participants. Next year the race will be on May 2, at 8:30 a.m., and we look forward to the fiftieth on May 1, 2021.

The YMCA has been serving the Farmington Valley for over 75 years.

“Seeing our community come together with volunteers and sponsors to have an event that has a direct impact on children and families is why working at the YMCA is so rewarding,” said Brian Liss, district executive director.

If you are interested in learning more about the race and volunteering please contact us at granbyroadrace@ghymca. org

More on the Road Race on p. 17

Photos by Peter Dinella

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June 2019

BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING NOTES APRIL 15, 2019 Present: B. Scott Kuhnly, Sally King, James ofink, Mark eumann, dward Ohannessian, Town Manager John . ard and tudent iaison James Kuhnly Public Session Town resident nna ogliu o addressed the board with concerns about the two week period to submit bids to lease the ast treet property.

Town resident usan egan wanted to know how the ast treet property is actu ally being marketed.

Business Resignations and Appointments to be Considered o resignations were received. o appointments were made. Vacancies: g ricultural ommission 1) ommission on ging 1) onservation ommission 1) evelopment ommission 1) Consideration of Funding Household Hazardous Waste Collection from Solid Waste Fund ranby has partnered with imsbury, von, anton, and Farmington for several years to collect household ha ardous waste from residents. t this time, it will re uire funding for the balance of the June 8 col lection as well as for the three collections to be held in the 2020 fiscal year. ollection

dates are scheduled for ovember 9 and pril and June 2020 actual dates to be determined) at the imsbury epartment of ublic orks, 66 Town Forest oad, Simsbury. ue to increased hauling costs, 1 ,000 is re uested to cover the collection of ha ard ous waste through June 2020.

On a Motion by First electman Kuhnly, seconded by electman eumann, the board voted unanimously 5 0 0) to ap prove funding in the amount of 1 ,000 from the olid aste Fund for ousehold a ardous aste ollection days.

Consideration of Resolution and Compliance Statement Supporting Fair Housing Town Manager ard reported that as a recipient of mall ities, ommunity evelopment lock rant funding, it is a onnecticut epartment of ousing rogram re uirement that ranby actively evidence its commitment to take specific actions to support the principles and practices of Fair ousing and ual Op portunity. ranby has been participating in the mall ities Funding rant program since 1990. ranby’s office of ommunity evelopment will be undertaking a variety of measures to demonstrate its commitment

and asks the oard of electmen to adopt the esolution, tatements, and olicies to further demonstrate the town’s overall commitment to Fair ousing and ual Opportunity.

To reaffirm the town’s commitment to fair housing and e ual opportunity, Town Manager ard is recommending the oard of electmen re adopt the following Fair ousing esolution and the Fair ousing olicy tatement, and ompliance with Title V of the ivil ights ct of 1964.

On a Motion by electman King, sec onded by electman eumann, the board voted unanimously 5 0 0) to re adopt the Fair ousing esolution, Fair ousing olicy tatement, ompliance with Title V of the ivil ights ct of 1964, Municipal rievance rocedure, ffirmative ction olicy tatement, and otice.

Consideration of Connecticut Dept. of Transportation Grant Application Town Manager ard reported andy Yost, irector of uman ervices, has re uested to apply for a grant from the tate of onnecticut epartment of Transporta tion for seniors and disabled transportation services. The grant funding, along with municipal dollars, is to employ a full time senior van driver.

The town operates three senior vans to transport seniors and disabled residents for medical and personal care appointments, grocery shopping, senior center programs, and community activities. The van service provided over ,868 trips in FY 2017 18 and services continue to be re uested especially for medical and personal care appointments.

The grant re uest for FY 2020 2022 will be 28,641 each year with a 50 percent match that will be met by the budget for enior Van ervices. rant application is due May .

On a Motion by electmen King, second ed by electman Ohannessian, the board voted unanimously 5 0 0) to approve the submission of this grant application to the tate of onnecticut epartment of Transportation.

Consideration of Adoption of Capitol Region Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan The apitol egion ouncil of ov ernments O ) received Federal mergency Management gency funds through the onnecticut epartment of mergency ervices and ublic rotection to develop a atural a ard Mitigation lan Update for the region. The purpose of the plan is to help identify disasters likely to affect the region and how to deal with them.

Once the resolution to adopt the plan is ap proved, ranby will have access to F M a ard Mitigation ssistance rants. esolved by the oard of electmen: The plan is hereby adopted as an official plan of the Town of ranby The respective officials identified in the mitigation strategy of the plan are hereby directed to pursue implementation of the recommended actions assigned to them Future revisions and plan maintenance re uired by 44 F 201.6 and F M are hereby adopted as a part of this resolution for a period of five 5) years from the date of this resolution. n annual report on the progress of the implementation elements of the plan shall be presented to the oard of electmen.

On a Motion by electman King, sec onded by electman Ohannessian, the board voted unanimously 5 0 0) to ap prove the above resolution adopting the apitol egion atural a ard Mitigation lan Update, 2019 2024.

Town Manager Reports udget Operations March 2019 Town Manager ard reported ta col lections at 101 percent. uilding permits received are at 420 percent, close to 400,000. The uilding epartment will be looking for a budget transfer for build ing inspections.

The 2019 eighborhood ssistance ct rograms applications are now available to ta e empt organi ations. ontact andy Yost at the Granby Senior Center. id information to lease farmland at 107 ast treet is now available on the website.

The gricultural ommission has been notified as well. Town Manager ard indi cated he is open to suggestions with regard to reaching out to surrounding towns, etc.

Selectman Reports electman eumann reported the egis trar of Voters were at the igh chool on pril to register eligible students to vote.

They registered 80 new voters and 9 of those will be able to vote at the upcoming budget referendum. brief discussion came about with re gards to the proposed Kearns ommunity enter. oth enator’s Kissel and itkos are cautiously optimistic about this pro posed pro ect. The big hurdle is to obtain bonding.

—John D. Ward Town Manager

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BOE

Spring and summer planning for BOE sees exciting changes taking place

By Jessica Tsaptsinos Dr. Alan Addley has announced his departure after 21 years of service to the Granby Education system—11 as superintendent—and will be taking a superintendent position with the Darien Public School system. Granby has been recognized for its high achieving public schools under Dr. Addley’s watch and in 2018 he was recognized for those achievements as Connecticut’s Superintendent of the Year. The Granby Board of Education has appointed itself as the search committee for the new superintendent, utilizing a search consultant to assist in its efforts.

Wells Road Elementary School Principal Dr. Bailey has announced her retirement and will be incredibly missed. Pauline Greer, currently principal of the Hanmer Elementary School in Wethersfield, has been appointed as her replacement. Greer brings 14 years of kindergarten thru 6th grade teaching and instructional leadership to the district with an expertise in literacy and social and emotional learning. Greer was a longtime Granby resident who only recently moved to East Granby.

Her son is a graduate of Granby schools.

The Start Time Task Force has held many community meetings to inform and educate parents and community members on the research regarding starting Granby schools at a later time.

Time is left at the end of each meeting for questions and discussion.

Currently two models are being considered. A “push” model that pushes start times at all schools ahead by 40 minutes giving children extra sleep time but will add that time to the end of the school day. The “flip” model allows a later start time for the high and middle schools but an earlier start time for the elementary grades. The taskforce is recommending the push model. More

information and data can be found on the Granby Public Schools website under Start Time Taskforce. The next meeting will be May 23 at 7 p.m. in the high school choir room. Dr. Daniel McNally will speak about the benefits of later start times in regards to health and wellness.

In other BOE news, the Granby/Canton football co-op has been approved.

The eighth grade moving up ceremony has been scheduled for June 13 and Graduation is on for June 14.

The 2019 Annual Facilities Report regarding repairs that have been made throughout the district was presented: Pavers have been repaired around the flagpole at Kelly Lane Snow guards have been added to the roof at Wells Road Middle school oil tanks were removed and water heaters installed Cedar shakes at the high school were replaced with siding, which will cut down on maintenance. Building 1 roof has been replaced, railing replaced, catch basin repaired. Two new mowers and a new auto scrubber purchased During the Schools in the Spotlight segment of the May 15 meeting, the strings teacher Mrs. Rose and a select group of Kelly Lane violin students performed to showcase the progress of the school’s strings program for kindergarten through second grade students.

A town meeting will be held on May 28 at the Senior Center regarding the Capital Projects. More information can be found on the town’s website.

Please continue to attend the BOE meetings in person at Town Hall the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m., on GCTV, or YouTube under GCTV. A copy of all minutes can be found on the BOE website at granby. k12.ct.us

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PLANNING & ZONING NOTES APRIL 23, 2019 Present: Paula Johnson (Chairman), Margaret happle, Jonathan oardman, harles Krai a, ric ukingbeal, ric Myers, James ansone. lso present was bby Kenyon, irector of ommunity evelopment.

The minutes of pril 9 were reviewed.

On a motion by M. happle seconded by . ukingbeal the commission voted 7 0 0) to approve the minutes of pril 9.

Public Hearing pplication seeking an amendment to oning egulations ections .12.1 that would allow mi ed use buildings by pecial ermit in the ommercial Center Zone.

M. happle read the public hearing notice into the record. pplicant ordon van elie, 5 lack Oak rive, est ranby, addressed the commission. The applicant proposes to change oning egulations ection .12.1 to allow mi ed use buildings containing both residential and non residential uses by pecial ermit in the ommercial enter one. e e plained he owns the property at 25 artford v enue, which is located in the ommercial enter one. f the commission approves the amendment, he would like to apply for the pecial ermit to allow a business use on the first floor and a residential use on the second floor. e understands not all properties are suited for this use but the pecial ermit process would give the commission the ability to decide the appropriateness of the use for individual properties.

Terri nn ahn, 6 llen lace, ad dressed the commission. he suggested the proposed regulation change should apply to e isting two story buildings only.

The commission has 65 days to render a decision.

Receive applications and set public hearings pplication seeking an amendment to oning egulations ection 8. .1 lcoholic everages that would add a permit to produce cider was submitted.

The application was scheduled for public hearing on May 14. onsideration of the above applications where the commission has concluded the public hearing: On a motion by M. happle seconded by . Myers the commission voted 7 0 0) to approve an application seeking an amendment to oning egulations

ections .12.1 that would allow mi ed use buildings by pecial ermit in the Commercial Center Zone.

Commission Discussion: Potential changes to Zoning Regulations regarding drive-throughs The ommission discussed changes to the oning egulations regarding drive through windows. copy of the ast ranby regulation was distributed for the ommission’s review. . John son noted there is a distinction between restaurant drive through windows and non food drive through windows, such as banks and pharmacies. The ommis sion agreed there is a need to regulate restaurant drive through windows. The ommission discussed the distance drive through windows should be located from a residential one and uestioned if there should be a distinction between a residential one or residential use, as some residential uses can be located in non residential ones. The ommission also discussed the appropriateness of a drive through in the Transition and is toric Overlay ones. They also discussed the impact of drive throughs in ranby center, with some commissioners not ing congestion, parking, and traffic as concerns.

The commission asked . Kenyon to compile regulations from similarly si ed towns for their review. he also said she would create maps showing different distances from residential ones and uses to illustrate where drive throughs could be located.

Staff Reports and Correspondence Kenyon reported she met with the property owner of 4 ast ranby oad to review the approved sign location. The sign will be moved back so it is located 17 feet from the sidewalk, per the site plan approval. t was noted the property owner may add a small stone foundation to protect the sign from lawn mowers, however the overall height may not e ceed what the commission approved. f there are any other changes, the property owner will have to come back before the commission.

Commissioner Reports and Correspondence J. oardman e pressed a concern that the seating in front of the Farmer’s Kitchen restaurant is blocking the side walk. . Kenyon said she would contact the restaurant owner to discuss.

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Drumbeat Letters to the Editor

Support for June 4 referendum I’m writing to voice my family’s support for the upcoming June 4 referendum regarding the bridge repairs and school projects. The bridge repairs are obviously crucial for access to adjoining roads in town, and their infrastructure must be repaired and maintained immediately.

The Wells Road School solar project ust makes good fiscal sense the energy cost savings over time will be a financial benefit for the town.

The kitchen addition and other repairs and renovations at the high school are long overdue as well. This is a good time to make the investments in our schools and roadway infrastructure, the local and national economies are strong and interest in our town is growing as young families continue to look to Granby for their forever home. The value of enrolling your children in our schools is tremendous. Being a school district with one of the lowest cost per pupil ratios in the state, yet continuing to nurture students with excellent test scores and high graduation rates (as well as growing up to be compassionate, caring, and civicminded adults) is worth the investment today. Thanks.

Glenn Cusano On June 4, there will be a town vote on a proposal to meet our school’s electrical needs by erecting solar panels near the Wells Road School. I’m going to vote “yes.” Here are my reasons: • It will save us a lot of money.

• It will be good for the environment to use the sun’s energy instead of adding more carbon to the atmosphere.

• The wetlands concerns we heard during the March information sessions are being addressed the small acreage impacted has been reduced. The several neighbors most directly affected are being consulted and will benefit from reduced tree cutting and enhanced landscaping and tree planting in other areas.

I attended one of the March information sessions. The solar proposal has been in the works for several years. Regulatory approval at the State Siting Council, where environmental impacts, including wetlands, will be addressed, is not yet in hand. The council might require further changes. My point is that legitimate concerns are not being ignored at all. The process is working.

Now, we as voters need to do our part by voting “yes” for a sensible plan that will save real money and help our environment.

Eric Lukingbeal

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to get s uee ed by the tate it is difficult to make ends meet with rising costs and decreased revenue from Hartford.

The solar farm—an environmentally friendly green energy source—addresses that issue head-on, allowing the town to generate income and offset energy costs.

As the solar farm is a school construction project, the state will reimburse the town percent of the pro ect s cost it will pay for itself in a few years and will add to our revenue stream without increasing taxes.

As for the school improvement projects, those are long overdue. Granby must do everything it can to make its schools attractive to young families. Our schools are already highly regarded— GMHS was recently ranked by a U.S. New and World Report study as the twenty first best school in onnecticut and in the top five in the armington Valley. Granby can—and should—do more and be better. The renovation of learning and activity spaces (the Media Center/Library, Performing Art spaces and Science, Career, and Technology facilities), replacing roofs and HVAC systems (necessary maintenance), adding a kitchen to the cafeteria (hot food is currently shipped over from the middle school), and bringing running water and sanitary facilities to the sports fields a health and safety necessity) upgrades MH to the standards of a first class, high achieving, public high school. If Granby continues to delay these projects, it increases the likelihood that it will lose ground in its quest to maintain a high-ranking, cutting-edge school. The bonding rate due to ranby s sound fiscal management is low, the projects for the schools are well-considered, and I ask you to support both of them at the bond referendum on Tuesday, June 4.

Mark J. Migliaccio

Thank you from Dr. Addley As you may know, after 11 years as the Superintendent of Schools, and 21 years in the district, I will be leaving Granby this summer to assume a new professional opportunity serving as

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I am writing in support of the solar farm and the school improvement projects and ask all of my friends and acquaintances and anyone who loves Granby, to vote YES on Q2 and Q3.

These two projects are so very worthwhile for Granby, today and in the future. ranby, like many fiscally responsible small towns in Connecticut, continues

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the Superintendent for Darien Public Schools.

During my tenure, I have been blessed to work with wonderfully talented and dedicated administrators, teachers, support staff, public officials, parents, community members and the very best students.

I have also been fortunate to work with terrific oards of ducation. Together, we have made decisions and implemented programs and practices in the best interests of all students. Thank you to the current and past board members for your dedication, tireless work and unconditional service. Your efforts have been instrumental to the district’s success and have made me a much better superintendent. A special word of appreciation to the three board chairs whom I have served alongside: Cal Heminway, Ron Walther and Melissa Migliaccio. Each have been tremendously effective leaders and wonderful public servants. Thank you to each of them for their exceptional leadership, support and counsel along the way.

It has been a privilege and an honor to have served as the Superintendent of Schools. I am tremendously grateful for all the wonderful opportunities afforded me by this great wee town and its won-

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OpEd: You spoke. We listened. Now please vote.

By Jenny Emery I want to thank people throughout the Granby community who have reached out to me and others, and attended public hearings, to share questions about the three projects being presented for voter approval on June 4. As the chair of the oard of ducation inance ommittee, and a representative to the town’s Capital Program Priority Action Committee (CPPAC), I have been involved in assessing and digesting these issues for several years. I and the town’s other volunteer elected officials have worked hard to put forward what we believe to be in the best interest of Granby citizens, short and long term. Still, through the public input since ebruary, and additional work done by the town and school administrations, I believe the referendum process and the projects you are being asked to approve are now that much better. The process works. Let me offer some examples.

The Three Questions After over a year of meetings, revisions, and prioritization, CPPAC unanimously recommended a package of three projects to go forward for referendum at this time. ll the evaluation of need and financial modeling of taxpayer impact point to these as the right investments, and this as the right time. However, we heard loud and clear that people wanted to be able to express their opinions separately on the three projects. As a result, the Board of Selectmen voted to put forward three

Letters cont’d. from p. 4 derful school system. Granby is a special place. As a resident and superintendent, thank you for your professional and personal friendships over the past two decades and for opening your hearts to me and my family.

Granby Public Schools is a wonderful New England School District and I look forward to its continued success. I understand the significant task it is to find another Superintendent of Schools. I am pleased to assist the board in ensuring a smooth transition of leadership. rom some life events, you simply go on but never really move on. I look forward to the next chapter in my professional career with excitement and eager anticipation. I do so knowing that part of me will always be a Granby Bear!

A sincere, heartfelt thank you to the community for its support of education and the school district over the past two decades. With much gratitude and appreciation, Alan Addley, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

Superintendent of Schools search After 21 years of service, including 11 as the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Alan Addley has informed the board he will be leaving Granby to serve as the Superintendent of Darien Public Schools.

His start date in arien is still being finalized but the transition will most likely occur in July.

We congratulate Dr. Addley on his appointment and thank him for his exceptional leadership and dedicated service to Granby. Under Dr. Addley’s leadership, Granby has been recognized for our high achieving public schools—and these accolades, awards and rankings reflect the commitment of our community to excellence in education. n November , Dr. Addley was named “Superintendent of the Year” for Connecticut and will leave large shoes for his successor to fill.

At the May 1 meeting, the Granby

separate questions—one to repair or replace bridges, one to fund the construction of a solar array for the schools, and one with school infrastructure improvements. So when you vote on June 4, you will have three separate opportunities to say “yes” or “no.”

Solar While we have studied the opportunity to reduce cost and earn revenue through solar energy for several years, 18 months ago our efforts were stymied. Then, just last October, Eversource called to say that we could proceed, but that we had to move fast, or we would lose our opportunity. A huge amount of work has happened since then. Here are three important issues the public raised.

Not all the permitting and regulatory details have been resolved.

This is true the permitting and approval process continues even as we ask for voter approval to borrow the money everything falls into place if not, we won’t borrow the money. This feels far from ideal, but the payoff—estimated at a net ta payer benefit of million over the ne t years is compelling, and it is in Granby’s best interest to make our best effort. With voter approval, we at least have a chance for success. Even with a “yes” vote, no money will be borrowed if we ultimately hit a roadblock.

What about the wetlands?

Granby’s Plan of Conservation and Development clearly favors wetland pro-

Board of Education appointed itself as the Personnel Search Committee for the new Superintendent of Granby Public Schools. The committee’s work will be guided by a search consultant and will commence its work immediately. The process of selecting a new Superintendent of Schools will include an opportunity for the community to provide input into the professional and personal attributes desired in the new superintendent. The Granby Board of Education will provide the community with regular updates on the search process through the Granby Drummer, board meetings and district website.

Melissa E. Migliaccio Chairman, Granby Board of Education

Support for Kearns Community Center I know there are many people who are excited to watch the Kearns Community Center bloom into a magnet for resources and opportunities for all ages and cultures. I am one of them.

As a resident of Granby and Simsbury for years, have witnessed firsthand the incredible need for resources of all kinds especially in our aging and special needs population. A medical equipment closet if you should need to borrow an otherwise expensive item while you recover. A place for the kids to learn and explore. A place for veterans to gather and have a liaison that can assist them with much needed physical and psychological resources. Senior citizens socialization groups. A safe place for those with dementia to offer not only companionship, but also as respite care for their loved ones. Quiet rooms for reflection. oung adults learning how to cook, gathering in a safe space to learn and socialize. A hands-on woodworking and machine shop area to learn a great hobbies. Professional people such as lawyers and business experts willing to volunteer time to those who need assistance on an array of subjects that would take way too long to put in this simple letter.

tections, and the public raised concerns about the solar array disrupting wetlands habitat. The project now addresses this in two ways. irst, the total area needed has been reduced to avoid the wetlands without reducing energy generation.

Second, we are actively engaged with the State Siting Council that has rigorous environmental impact requirements. If we get its approval, people can be assured that the installation is not going to harm our environment. If we don’t get its approval, we won’t proceed.

What about the neighbors?

We chose the site for the solar array based on several factors, and the intent is to minimize neighbor disruption. However, good intent is not good enough. In addition to a special public hearing, we reached out to the entire neighborhood, and have worked directly with three residents to address their questions and concerns. We are and will continue to minimize tree removal, and plan for landscaping and planting that will minimize any adverse impact.

School Improvements The Board of Education continuously reviews all of its assets in an effort to optimize maintenance costs that hit the annual budget, manage repairs and replacements that get handled in the “small capital” part of the annual budget, and to plan smart renovations and replacement when required. “Large capital” investments that are best financed through

Page 5 bonding. While the variety of issues addressed in this project might appear haphazard—for example, a long-overdue kitchen in the high school, roofing and HVAC replacements, and media center renovations to reflect how learning happens today—it is in fact a strategic grouping of things that, if not addressed over the next several years, will ultimately cost more, impair learning, and potentially impact our attractiveness to others in an era of regionalization. Still, the public spoke, and we listened.

Parking Lot and Paving: In further assessment of the costs and timing, we determined that these problems could be repaired in-house, for the foreseeable future, and so were removed from consideration.

Athletic Facilities: Several items that were originally intended to be a part of the highly successful athletic complex were originally included in this project. But we heard from the public that a Press Box for the stadium was a nice to have, not a need to have. We removed it.

This just scratches the surface of all there is to know about these projects, how they have evolved through the work of the boards and through public input.

More information is available on the district website at www.granby.k12.ct.us I’ll close by thanking the many engaged citizens that have helped make these projects the right projects, at the right time, and at the right price, for Granby.

Please join me in voting YES, YES, and YES on June 4.

OpEd: CT Valley Views wants your viewpoint on Granby’s future

by Susan Patricelli Regan Granby has a severe case of apathy.

I say this because voter turnout for the budget referendum was , out of a potential , registered voters voted “yes” and voted “no” with the budget only passing by six votes. Really, folks – does this mean you just don’t care about voting or you think that there is no point in doing so because “speaking with your feet” has no more potential for making a difference than speaking publicly at various Town Board meetings?

If we continue in this manner, we will become the next Connecticut municipal economic implosion. Continue to read/ write to the Drummer, attend meetings, question the Charter and recommend updates to it which comes every years and the next opportunity will be The opportunities for this space are endless. I myself envision a place for small business artisans to display their goods. Several other ideas have been brought to the committee’s attention and will be reviewed. Its attention to every detail is carefully thought out, making it accessible to handicapped individuals and safety is top priority. The committee wants to hear your ideas. It welcomes your input, be it an idea or a concern.

Yes, this is a long, arduous task. But it will be an unbelievable asset to everyone in our surrounding neighbors. The committee’s commitment, compassion and dedication is palpable. Even more important is that they are planning this center to be self-supporting and that will save the town many thousands in property taxes alone.

This is a win-win for our community.

I urge you all to take a look at the plan, accessible on the Kearns Community enter acebook page.

Barbara Neumann

in . ersist in what matters to you.

Toward that end CT Valley Views would like to hear from you about what changes you would like to see in the management of this town, comments and issues—anything from use of RoundUp®, to our mill rate) email to ctvalleyviews@cox.net.

CT Valley Views hopes to have participation in interviews/debates during the upcoming municipal elections at ctvalleyviews.com Susan Patricelli Regan is the Host of CT Valley Views TV, Program ctvalleyviews.com, President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation foxfieldcoverymission.org, Founder of the Sylvia Davis Fine ArtsScholarship sylviadavisart. com and former VP Marketing and CommunityTrade Relations for DIAGEO N.A.

Paper towels: a school’s worst nightmare In many school communities throughout the United States of America, paper towel consumption and wastage is very high. Despite the clear detrimental effects caused by the consumption of paper towels, schools still need to heavily reduce their use of paper towels and other single-use resources. Within my school, paper towel consumption has taken shape as a new issue—vandalism and careless trashing of our bathroom facilities result from the unhinged access to paper towels. At my school, the Academy of Aerospace and Engineering, the frequent unavailability of properly functioning and stocked paper towel dispensers in certain areas around the building frustrates the school community and prompts action. As a former Granby high school student, I can vividly recall the same issues being prevalent there.

Due to this issue, three friends and I have

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BOARD OF EDUCATION APRIL 17, 2019 Present: Jenny Emery, Lynn Guelzow, Melissa Migliaccio, Rosemarie Weber, Brandon Webster and Dwaritha Ramesh and Maddy Wilson (Student Representatives). Absent: Mark Fiorentino and Sarah Thrall Superintendent’s Announcements Congratulations to Wells Road for raising over $12,000 for Kids Heart Challenge formerly known as Jump Rope for Heart.

Congratulations to Meredith Kamis and Sue Gleason Fund for Teachers – this year they are going to Australia to learn about culture and teaching practices there and attending a literacy conference.

The Wells Road Intermediate Principal Search Committee is up and running, with first round interviews in late pril.

Graduation will be held on June 14 at 5:30 p.m.

Business Manager’s Report Business Manager Anna Robbins presented the March statement of accounts that shows an unfavorable forecast of $379K. Special education expenditures are projected to be unfavorable $678K and regular education expenditures are projected to be favorable $300K. The increase in the unfavorable forecast in special education is a result of minimal adjustments in out-of-district tuition and transportation. Regular education line item savings reflects the pro ected favorable results in regular education.

Q and D continues to show a favorable forecast of $10K due to savings in magnet and vocational school tuition. Excess cost funding is stable and revenue to the town is favorable at $398K and an added $559K increase in revenue to the town equates to almost $1M favorable against the forecast deficit of 400K. Schools in the Spotlight Media Center Specialist Laurie Smith along with some 5th Grade Wells Road students, presented on Media Centers at the Wells Road Intermediate School.

Smith stated that new-this-year learning stations have been set up for student teams. Students shared their experiences with learning centers. Declan Gilmore in-

formed the board about the coding center and Google Tools. Sophia Clark spoke about the makerspace electronic centers where students built towers and bridges and circuits. Sophia Brenson spoke about library skills where students explore books in the library as well as media production where students learn video editing. Lauren de los Reyes spoke about the collaboration station where students work together and do puzzles and make pieces of art. The PTO provided materials for the makerspace electronic centers.

Students stated they like the changes in the library. These activities will continue next year and students hope to improve them further.

Consent Agenda A motion was made by Lynn Guelzow and seconded by Rosemarie Weber to adopt the consent agenda. This motion passed unanimously at 7:24 p.m. with one abstention (Lynn Guelzow).

FY20 Budget Update The Board discussed communication for the FY20 budget prior to the vote on April 22. Dr. Addley stated there were really no questions with regard to the education budget nor were there members of the community who spoke in favor (or not) of the budget. The board has options they can consider in terms of advocating for the budget. Melissa Migliaccio stated about two years ago it was learned there is no prohibition on board members to fund signs, etc. She urged everyone to not only vote for the budget but to also help get out the vote.

Jenny Emery stated she plans to stand on the town green with signs encouraging people to vote.

First Reading of Revised Policy 5144.1 - Use of Physical Force The Curriculum/Policy/Technology/ Communications Subcommittee recommended Revised Policy 5144.1, Use of hysical Force, to the board for a first reading. Rosemarie Weber stated she has not received any feedback on this policy.

Christopher Tranberg stated it is a revised policy that includes language for exclusionary time out which moves students

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Finance/Personnel/Facilities With regard to the large capital projects, the administration is working with a several solar experts who designed an alternative engineering model that has no financial conse uence. t would allow the array to sit in the space and not on the wetlands. Administration has communicated with the Connecticut Siting Council that ultimately has jurisdiction over this type of installation. The Siting Council’s intent is to work with people so concerns are addressed prior to application.

The high school feasibility study architect has provided greater detail and a process is underway for better ideas as to what is desired. By the next Finance Subcommittee Meeting some schematics of drawings will be available. It is hoped to get a package of information together regarding the two projects prior to the vote on them.

Calendar of Events Melissa Migliaccio stated graduation is set for June 14th. Board members will present their children with their diplomas. Top scholar luncheon, GEF musical events, senior prom, senior outing, and a Big History Conference are some upcoming events.

Board Member Announcements Jenny Emery stated that perhaps the Board of Education could recognize a member as Alan has said the schools recognize a parent, etc. This could increase the board’s community engagement.

Melissa Migliaccio stated this is something she would like to see on the next board agenda.

Executive Session/Non-Meeting A motion was made by Lynn Guelzow and seconded by Jenny Emery to adjourn the meeting and enter into an Executive Session for a personnel/contract issue.

This motion passed unanimously at 7:47 p.m.

—Rosemarie Weber, Board Secretary

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Community Fund

decided to create a project that attempts to address not only the lavish and unnecessary levels of paper towel usage in our school, but also to attempt to put an end to the misuse of school facilities by enacting energy conservation measures.

You may not be surprised to learn that school bathrooms each tend to go through multiple rolls of paper per day—taken as a whole, the numerous bathroom locations in a school building can contribute to extreme levels of paper waste.

People tend to carelessly take multiple sheets of paper towels when just one or two are recommended and needed. Better lanet aper.com states that “ , trees could be saved each year if each U.S. household used just one less roll of paper towels.” The improvement on our environment could be staggering if paper towel usage in school restrooms could be eliminated or at least significantly reduced.

Paper towels have a far-reaching negative contribution to the deterioration of the environment. According to Betterlanet aper.com, “ trees and , gallons of water are polluted to make just ONE TON of paper towels.” [2] The statistics very clearly indicate that there is an immense environmental impact associated with the overuse of paper towels. ignificant pro ected energy savings are in store if the needless usage of paper towels is addressed. Monetary savings are just as much to be expected—the average cost of a case of 12 rolls of 1-ply brown paper towels is about . onsidering that several rolls of paper towels are consumed per restroom per day, the cumulative expenditure of paper towel, and the directly following cumulative savings of pursuing air drying methods, is remarkable.

Ultimately, schools have a paper towel epidemic. This epidemic, as stated earlier, is exceptionally harmful to not only the school environment but also the environment in the community. To help amend this problem, the increased implementation of air dryers would profoundly help the paper towel epidemic.

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The s mission is to provide grants and financial assistance to local organizations for the sole purpose of sustaining a caring, healthy environment for Granby residents through the generosity of its donors. This means a minimum of fundraising intrusions while affording local residents and businesses the opportunity of supporting many charitable organizations, with just one tax-deductible donation. Low campaign costs allow us to distribute more than percent of the donations directly to local organizations. lthough the has successfully made grants to organizations for nearly years, donations have been declining.

The ranby ommunity und generously supports Waste Not Want Not Kitchen, Parents for a Safe Graduation, the Marquis of Granby, Salvation Army, H, Meals on Wheels, Holcomb arm resh ccess, ranby uel ank, Granby Social Services, American Red ross, armington alley M , and the Granby Boy and Girl Scouts. The specific programs that are supported in many cases would not exist without your assistance. Thank you!

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Kearns Community Center Committee Update The Kearns Community Center Steering Committee has updated its proposal to the town for the use of the .M. Kearns rimary School building.

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Local student places in statewide art competition

Focus on Education Alan Addley, Ed. D.

By Shirley Cowles

District considers changing school start times Last year the district established a community School Start Times Taskforce to study the impact of different school start times on students’ wellness and academic performance and to assess the feasibility of implementing new start times for all Granby schools.

The taskforce began its work last spring and presented its findings and recommendation at the May 1 Board of Education Meeting. The taskforce presented two options: Option A is the Push Model where all students would start school minutes later and ption is the lip Model where the start times for the elementary schools and secondary schools would essentially flip.

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$512,447

ased upon research feedback from staff and parents impact on families and athletics transportation needs and, cost, the taskforce recommended the adoption of Option A, The Push Model.

The board may decide to approve one of the options, take no action or adopt a revised version of one of the options. Should the board decide to change school start times, it will be important that the change is significant enough to be meaningful and worth any disruption.

There have been, and continue to be, several opportunities for the community to provide input on this topic via surveys, meetings, uperintendent orums, T meetings, a ommunity orum, print sources, and social media. resently, the BOE is scheduled to make a decision on this matter at its regularly scheduled meeting on June 19. If approved by the board, the adoption and implementation of any changes recommended by the taskforce would take place in the fall of . The taskforce s findings and recommendations have been posted on the district s website.

Christian Cusano, eighth grade student at Granby Memorial Middle School, is the recipient of a third place recognition in the Middle ivision of the uture roblem olving of onnecticut statewide art competition held at North Haven High chool on March . hristian s piece, “ nterplanetary onflict,” was based on the global issue, Mission to Moon, Mars, and Beyond. is part of an international program of study for students in grades 4–12 interested in exploring solutions to future problems. There are four components to the program: visual art, scenario writing, team competition and community problem solving. Students select one of the global issues presented by the international office from which to guide their thinking and nonfiction research, then produce a creative product projected at least years in the future, e plaining through the written word or a visual

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This year, a small group of students at GMMS participated in both the art and writing components of the program as part of our newly launched schoolwide enrichment model.

Cusano’s Thesis Statement for Moon.

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Capital projects referendum analyzing their impact on future years’ budgets and the mill rate implications. Essentially, we expect that when the full impact of the bonding is integrated into the budget a few years out and utilizing 20-year bonds, the debt service —principal and interest— for the bridges will equate to about 1 percent of the tax bill, the school campus project a similar 1 percent, and the solar 0.6 percent. In total they will then represent about 2.6 percent of the tax bill, but are also offset by 1 percent which represents the benefits of the solar array found in the reduction of the electricity bill for the schools and the revenue the Town would get from Eversource for the next 15 years. The bottom line is that these projects, if approved, will represent about a net 1.6 percent of the property tax bill in FY 25. For someone who pays $6,000

cont’d. from p. 1

in property taxes, it will represent about $96 annually, or 26 cents a day.

If the voters should not approve these capital requests, many of the items will have to be dealt with directly through upcoming budgets, thereby putting pressure on the mill rates as well as on fund balance. Roofs and the HVAC units on them need to be dealt with – the HS roof already required repair this past winter. The bridges need to be dealt with - two were already closed last year after the state inspections. Simply put, doing items piecemeal will cost us more near term than moving forward with the recommended capital plan.

For all the above reasons, the Boards recommend approval of the three projects as both the most prudent and beneficial course of action for Granby’s future and its citizens.

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June , 2019 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS To vote, fill in the oval

completely next to your choice, like this

1. Shall the Town of Granby appropriate $13,716,000 for the cost of various bridge projects which includes the planning, design, construction, reconstruction, repair and resurfacing of various bridges located on Moosehorn Road, Simsbury Road, Donahue Road, Griffin Road, and Hungary Road in the Town of Granby including all surveys, alterations, repairs and improvements in connection therewith as well as engineering, architectural and temporary and permanent financing costs related thereto, including capitalized interest costs, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the amount of $13,716,000 to finance such appropriation?

2. Shall the Town of Granby appropriate $7,100,000 for various school capital improvement projects including the planning, design, construction, reconstruction and repair of: (a) science, career and technology education spaces, (b) performing arts facilities; (c) library-media center; (d) kitchen facilities; (e) athletic fields; and (f) infrastructure and systems located in various schools all in the Town of Granby including all architectural, engineering, testing, inspection, and temporary and permanent financing costs related thereto, including capitalized interest costs, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the amount of $7,100,000 to finance such appropriation?

3. Shall the Town of Granby appropriate $4,215,000 for the cost of the Solar Project which includes the installation of a ground mounted solar photovoltaic system located adjacent to the Wells Road Intermediate School in the Town of Granby (the “Town”), including, but not limited to, construction, site work, and all alterations, repairs and improvements in connection therewith, as well as interconnection, engineering, architectural and temporary and permanent financing costs, including capitalized interest costs, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the amount of $4,215,000 to finance such appropriation?

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School Projects Infrastructure and Systems • Completes the replacement of the high and middle school roofs and selected HVAC units • Renovates an existing high school staircase to address safety issues caused by student congestion Science Career and Technology Education • Expands and modernizes the facility to accommodate expanding programs for Robotics, Family and Consumer Science and Career Technologies Kitchen facilities • Provides a fully functional high school cafeteria Performing Arts • Provides storage space for drama and music programs • Creates a dedicated music practice space

Library Media Center • Redesigns the high school media center to provide technology access, collaborative learning spaces and dedicated teaching / tutorial spaces.

Athletic Facilities • Provides access to water and bathroom facilities • Installs second sets of lights to the at tic fi For more information, visit the Granby Public School website: www.granby.k12.ct.us/

SCHOOL PROJECTS Construction/Contingency, Short-Term Interest/ Estimated Bonding Net to Town

$7,100,000

$4,433,416

The estimated costs are intentionally conservative and all inclusive. The referendum questions would authorize up to $25 million in total potential gross expenditures.

No more than this aggregate total could be spent. Lower design and construction bids as well as lower interest rates could reduce the total gross borrowing, the net project costs and the actual projected debt service costs in future annual budgets.

What will this cost me as a taxpayer?

Absentee ballots are available from the Town Clerk: May 28, after the Town Meeting Friday May 31, 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday May 29, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, June 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday May 30, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday June 4 from 8 a.m. to noon

Solar Project The Solar Project is the installation of a 1.6 MW system generating 2.9 kwh on approximately six acres of land behind Wells Road Intermediate School. Electricity generated from the solar array will be virtually net metered and will credit the electricity bills for all four schools. The solar array generates renewable energy credits that are contracted to be sold to Eversource for 15 years. Revenue from the sale of renewable energy credits goes to the town to help defray the cost of the solar array installation.

PROJECTED FINANCIAL MODEL Savings in electricity bills (25 years) Revenue to the town for renewable energy credits (15 years) Payment for bond and required reporting (ongoing costs) Projected Savings (over 25 years)

$7.98 M $1.58 M ($4.04) M $5.52 M

This capital program is projected to have a net impact of 1.6 percent on the local property tax bill in FY25. This represents the highest year of projected new debt service as well as the related and offsetting benefits from the solar array. This positive benefit consists of both a year revenue stream to the town from versource and a major reduction in the school system’s annual electricity bill over the 25 to 35-year life of the solar panels.

What is the impact of not approving the three capital appropriation questions?

Much of what is within the scope of the projects still needs to be done over the next few years, but the mill rate implications will not necessarily be any less by increasing future annual operating budgets to get the most critical items done. The net cost of any one of the bridges is roughly percent in ta es we have five of them to do – and in each case the voters must still authorize the full gross dollar amount for each.

At the Middle and High School complex, given their ages and recent repairs, we can reasonably expect the need in the near term to tackle the roofs as well as the HVAC units that sit on them.

With respect to the solar, given the conservatism built into the projections, some of the most critical assumptions are time sensitive with respect to versource and

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Shortening the term by half, from 20- to 10-year notes, would increase the projected debt service schedule costs by about $550,000 annually in the initial years, bumping the year of initial maximum net impact from 1.6 percent in property tax up to 2.8 percent. It would also produce a lower interest rate as well as reducing the total overall debt service cost of the bonds over their term.

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Capital projects referendum analyzing their impact on future years’ budgets and the mill rate implications. Essentially, we expect that when the full impact of the bonding is integrated into the budget a few years out and utilizing 20-year bonds, the debt service —principal and interest— for the bridges will equate to about 1 percent of the tax bill, the school campus project a similar 1 percent, and the solar 0.6 percent. In total they will then represent about 2.6 percent of the tax bill, but are also offset by 1 percent which represents the benefits of the solar array found in the reduction of the electricity bill for the schools and the revenue the Town would get from Eversource for the next 15 years. The bottom line is that these projects, if approved, will represent about a net 1.6 percent of the property tax bill in FY 25. For someone who pays $6,000

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in property taxes, it will represent about $96 annually, or 26 cents a day.

If the voters should not approve these capital requests, many of the items will have to be dealt with directly through upcoming budgets, thereby putting pressure on the mill rates as well as on fund balance. Roofs and the HVAC units on them need to be dealt with – the HS roof already required repair this past winter. The bridges need to be dealt with - two were already closed last year after the state inspections. Simply put, doing items piecemeal will cost us more near term than moving forward with the recommended capital plan.

For all the above reasons, the Boards recommend approval of the three projects as both the most prudent and beneficial course of action for Granby’s future and its citizens.

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Official Ballot Referendum

Construction/Contingency, Short-Term Interest/ Estimated Bonding Net to Town

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1. Shall the Town of Granby appropriate $13,716,000 for the cost of various bridge projects which includes the planning, design, construction, reconstruction, repair and resurfacing of various bridges located on Moosehorn Road, Simsbury Road, Donahue Road, Griffin Road, and Hungary Road in the Town of Granby including all surveys, alterations, repairs and improvements in connection therewith as well as engineering, architectural and temporary and permanent financing costs related thereto, including capitalized interest costs, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the amount of $13,716,000 to finance such appropriation?

2. Shall the Town of Granby appropriate $7,100,000 for various school capital improvement projects including the planning, design, construction, reconstruction and repair of: (a) science, career and technology education spaces, (b) performing arts facilities; (c) library-media center; (d) kitchen facilities; (e) athletic fields; and (f) infrastructure and systems located in various schools all in the Town of Granby including all architectural, engineering, testing, inspection, and temporary and permanent financing costs related thereto, including capitalized interest costs, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the amount of $7,100,000 to finance such appropriation?

3. Shall the Town of Granby appropriate $4,215,000 for the cost of the Solar Project which includes the installation of a ground mounted solar photovoltaic system located adjacent to the Wells Road Intermediate School in the Town of Granby (the “Town”), including, but not limited to, construction, site work, and all alterations, repairs and improvements in connection therewith, as well as interconnection, engineering, architectural and temporary and permanent financing costs, including capitalized interest costs, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the amount of $4,215,000 to finance such appropriation?

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School Projects Infrastructure and Systems • Completes the replacement of the high and middle school roofs and selected HVAC units • Renovates an existing high school staircase to address safety issues caused by student congestion Science Career and Technology Education • Expands and modernizes the facility to accommodate expanding programs for Robotics, Family and Consumer Science and Career Technologies Kitchen facilities • Provides a fully functional high school cafeteria Performing Arts • Provides storage space for drama and music programs • Creates a dedicated music practice space

Library Media Center • Redesigns the high school media center to provide technology access, collaborative learning spaces and dedicated teaching / tutorial spaces.

Athletic Facilities • Provides access to water and bathroom facilities • Installs second sets of lights to the at tic fi For more information, visit the Granby Public School website: www.granby.k12.ct.us/

SCHOOL PROJECTS Construction/Contingency, Short-Term Interest/ Estimated Bonding Net to Town

$7,100,000

$4,433,416

The estimated costs are intentionally conservative and all inclusive. The referendum questions would authorize up to $25 million in total potential gross expenditures.

No more than this aggregate total could be spent. Lower design and construction bids as well as lower interest rates could reduce the total gross borrowing, the net project costs and the actual projected debt service costs in future annual budgets.

What will this cost me as a taxpayer?

Absentee ballots are available from the Town Clerk: May 28, after the Town Meeting Friday May 31, 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday May 29, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, June 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday May 30, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday June 4 from 8 a.m. to noon

Solar Project The Solar Project is the installation of a 1.6 MW system generating 2.9 kwh on approximately six acres of land behind Wells Road Intermediate School. Electricity generated from the solar array will be virtually net metered and will credit the electricity bills for all four schools. The solar array generates renewable energy credits that are contracted to be sold to Eversource for 15 years. Revenue from the sale of renewable energy credits goes to the town to help defray the cost of the solar array installation.

PROJECTED FINANCIAL MODEL Savings in electricity bills (25 years) Revenue to the town for renewable energy credits (15 years) Payment for bond and required reporting (ongoing costs) Projected Savings (over 25 years)

$7.98 M $1.58 M ($4.04) M $5.52 M

This capital program is projected to have a net impact of 1.6 percent on the local property tax bill in FY25. This represents the highest year of projected new debt service as well as the related and offsetting benefits from the solar array. This positive benefit consists of both a year revenue stream to the town from versource and a major reduction in the school system’s annual electricity bill over the 25 to 35-year life of the solar panels.

What is the impact of not approving the three capital appropriation questions?

Much of what is within the scope of the projects still needs to be done over the next few years, but the mill rate implications will not necessarily be any less by increasing future annual operating budgets to get the most critical items done. The net cost of any one of the bridges is roughly percent in ta es we have five of them to do – and in each case the voters must still authorize the full gross dollar amount for each.

At the Middle and High School complex, given their ages and recent repairs, we can reasonably expect the need in the near term to tackle the roofs as well as the HVAC units that sit on them.

With respect to the solar, given the conservatism built into the projections, some of the most critical assumptions are time sensitive with respect to versource and

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Shortening the term by half, from 20- to 10-year notes, would increase the projected debt service schedule costs by about $550,000 annually in the initial years, bumping the year of initial maximum net impact from 1.6 percent in property tax up to 2.8 percent. It would also produce a lower interest rate as well as reducing the total overall debt service cost of the bonds over their term.

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Wells Road School principal named Pauline P. Greer has been named as the new principal of Wells Road Intermediate School, effective July 1. Greer brings 14 years of K-6 teaching and instructional leadership experiences to the district with expertise in literacy and social emotional learning. For the past two years, she has been the principal of Hanmer Elementary chool in ethersfield. reer earned her ertificate of ducational eadership at entral Connecticut State University. She holds a Masters in elementary education from the University of Hartford. Greer lived in Granby for almost 20 years, recently moving to East Granby. Her son, Noah, Pauline P. Greer is a recent graduate from Granby Memorial High School. She is looking forward to her position in Granby stating, “I am beyond excited and honored to join the dedicated staff and kind community at Wells Road Intermediate School.”

Safe Grad Night is next month!

By Thérèse Mulvey The 2019 GMHS Grad Night is June 14 at the Granby YMCA. Safe Grad Night has provided a free, fun filled, substance free event to our high school seniors for the last years. The night cannot happen without event volunteers to help with food, room set up, decorations and chaperoning. We also need monetary and gift donations to support the event itself and make sure we continue to provide it to our graduates free of charge.

The event is chaperoned by underclassmen parents NOT by the senior parents, so volunteers are needed. enior parents

can help with the planning prior to the event. f you can t attend but want to help, please contact the following individuals oom set up ontact oreen Thompson at coreenlt gmail.com ood set up or pick up from businesses ontact Michelle e agne at mdegagne co .net haperones ontact ara cotto at scottofamily co .net Another way to support this event is by surprising your friends with a flock of ink lamingos roosting on their lawn for hours. They will mysteriously migrate when the time is up and go on to roost at another address. ll we ask to participate in the flocking is a donation of $25 or more to the Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation. If you are interested in flocking, please contact ara cotto at scottofamily co .net.

Help out Safe Grad Night by flocking your friends.

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Granby PD earns national accreditation The Granby Police Department has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) at the commission’s recent conference in untsville, la. This achievement signifies GPD’s commitment to professional excellence. CALEA accreditation is only awarded after an extensive, comprehensive and voluntary process focusing on the areas of policy, procedure, operations and management. To achieve this accreditation, the GPD had to demonstrate compliance with 189 national standards.

CALEA’s Standards for Law Enforcement Agencies and accreditation programs are acknowledged as benchmarks by law enforcement executives and major law enforcement associations.

Granby Little Leaguers get some air time On May 5, the AA Astros of the East Granby/Granby Little League participated as the in-studio audience for NESN Clubhouse, the Emmy Award-winning Red Sox pre-game show for kids. The show airs 90 minutes before every Sunday afternoon Red Sox game on NESN and is hosted by kids—Sophia, sitting on the floor, and J.J., squatting next to the bleachers. Submitted photo

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Puzzle sale is coming at Cossitt Library

By Carol Bressor The riends of ossitt Library will hold a igsaw pu le sale une through uly for pu le fans to replenish or start their collections. ale hours are une , noon to p.m. uly , , , and , to p.m. and uly and , to p.m. s noted in health ournals, activities like working on and completing igsaw pu les are wonderful ways to e ercise your brain, your hand eye coordination and are ust fun. t is a pastime you can do by yourself or with family and friends.

The sale will feature gently used

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and reasonably priced igsaw pu les depicting a variety of scenes, from breathtaking views to flowers, animals, geometric patterns and natural phenomes. roceeds from the sale will be used to the riends efforts to support programs at Cossitt Library.

The riends also are looking for donations to round out the sale. u les should have all their pieces and be bo ed or in plastic containers with a picture of the finished scene. These can be left at ossitt or ranby ublic Library any time the libraries are open. lease let the staff know they are for the Cosssitt pu le sale.

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Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast The Harwinton Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold its annual Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, June 16, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the firehouse, urlington oad in Harwinton. roceeds benefit the department’s equipment fund.

The breakfast, now in its 28th year, has become a tradition for local families with many bringing dad his Father’s Day gift to open at the breakfast. irefighters will be on hand to help kids e plore the fire trucks and e uipment.

The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes blueberry, chocolate chip, apple brown sugar and plain pancakes, French toast, sausage, fresh fruit cup, donut holes, coffee, tea, orange juice and chocolate milk. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4

Firefighters and volunteers serve up hundreds of pancakes at the 2018 Harwinton Volunteer Fire Department Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast. Submitted photo

for children 12 and under, and are available at the door or by calling Cindy at 860-485-1398.

McLean offers hospice volunteer training The McLean Hospice team is seeking compassionate and mature individuals who are able to provide social support for adults who are facing terminal illnesses. Hospice volunteers may visit patients and families in their homes, apartments, or in nursing facilities to provide companionship, a listening ear and a caring presence. They may also help families with specific tasks such as running an errand or walking a dog.

McLean also has a need for volunteers ualified to do complementary therapies such as Reiki, music or pet therapy.

Whether you are a kind spirit wanting to sit with people at end-of-life, or a person with specific talents you hope to share, we can help you find the best ways to give of your time and talents for volunteer work with McLean Hospice.

The next Hospice volunteer training program will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 4. The training is a combination of

online education, followed by five classroom sessions in October. These classes will be conducted at the McLean Health Center in Simsbury and will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. The training assures that new volunteers know what to expect in their role, and helps them to understand the many issues surrounding terminal illness and the dying process.

McLean Hospice cares for adults of all ages in the Farmington Valley and surrounding towns of loomfield, West Hartford and Windsor.

To request an application and to schedule an interview for consideration as a prospective volunteer, please contact Chris Novak at Chris.Novak@McLeanCare.org or 860-658-3907 by July 15.

Individuals who have experienced a significant personal loss within the past year should postpone their participation for at least one year.

Free document shred day on June 1 Simsbury Bank is offering a free Shred Day event at its Simsbury Branch, 981 Hopmeadow Street, on Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, rain or shine.

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Nilsen Memorial Golf Tournament The Granby Chamber of Commerce and the Bradley Regional Chamber Commerce (East Granby and Windsor Locks) are proud to announce that the annual Joseph B. Nilsen Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, June 10. The event will be held at Hop Meadow Country Club, 85 Firetown Road, Simsbury, with a Shot Gun Start at 12 p.m.

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the community who do not wish to golf but would still like to be a part of the event can register for dinner after the tournament. Proceeds from the tournament help support both the Granby and Bradley Regional Chamber’s various programs held in support of chamber members and other community outreach programs as well as annual scholarship awards. Visit the Granby Chamber of Commerce website granbycoc.org to register.

For questions, please contact the Granby Chamber of Commerce via email at gcoc@granbycoc.org.

Three local authors to speak at Storyteller’s Cottage Three talented local authors will speak at the monthly All Access Authors event at the Storyteller’s Cottage on Thursday, May 30, 7 p.m. Joseph McGee, Douglas Buck and Beth Caruso will each discuss their latest books, all of which fit May s theme of One Nation, One Flag. The lively book discussions will be followed by a light reception and an opportunity to purchase signed copies of the authors’ books.

Joseph McGee will read from Letters for Annie: Memories from WWII. In 2007 Annie Connerton called John Lombardo in a frantic state to come to visit her immediately and to bring a box of war letters in John’s possession. Upon arriving Annie told John she started to have vivid flashbacks after watching the movie, Letters from Iwo Jima, that was shown during a local hospice movie event at her facility. She told John she wanted to read the letters and share the Lombardo memories with him before these flashbacks go away. This was nnie’s dying wish.

Douglas Buck will read from Constitution for a Free People, which presents all the principles and tools needed to create a charter for freedom for any government: city, county, state, nation, or colony on the Moon or Mars. It is based on the inspired original Constitution for the United States, with worthy safeguards to secure liberty for the people and curb the growth of power by any person or special group. It hails the U.S. Constitution as a charter of liberty and shows how the ideas behind its creation can become the basis for any government. This is not a history book, although some history is included. It is not a political science tome, although may be used as a handbook for students and statesmen. It is not a political tract, although conservative by nature.

Beth Caruso will read from One of Windsor: The Untold Story of the First Witch Hanging. Alice, a young woman prone to intuitive insights and loyalty to the only family she has ever known, leaves England for the rigid colony of the Massachusetts Bay in 1635 in hopes of reuniting with them again.

Settling in Windsor, she encounters the American wilderness and its inhabitants, her own healing abilities, and blinding fears of Puritan leaders that collide and set the stage for merica s first witch hanging—her own, on May 26, 1647.

This event and Alice’s family ties are catalysts that influence onnecticut s Governor John Winthrop, Jr. to halt witchcraft hangings in later years. Paradoxically, these same family ties and the memory of the incidents that led to her accusation become a secret and destructive force behind Cotton Mather’s written commentary on the Salem witch trials of 1692, provoking further witchcraft hysteria in Massachusetts 45 years after Alice’s death. The author uses extensive historical research com-

bined with literary inventions, to bring forth a shocking and passionate narrative theory explaining this tragic and important episode in American history and in the life of Alice (Alse) Young, merica s first witch hanging victim.

Admission is just $5, and seats can be reserved at storytellerscottage.com Author to publish Magnets And Glue with Storyteller’s Press Connecticut resident Kati Mockler is set to publish her charming children’s book, Magnets and Glue, with Storyteller’s Press, an imprint of the Storyteller’s Cottage.

The Law of ttraction is oh so fine. t s Magnetic and Sticky! It’s working all the time! Magnets and Glue is a cheerful little book that introduces the Law of Attraction to children and ties it to behavior. With simple examples of how positive thoughts and behaviors can attract more joy in life, little thinkers will learn that emotions are their map to all the treasures life has to offer.

The public is invited to celebrate the launch of Mockler’s book at a free Author Launch Party on Sunday, June 2, at 3 p.m. Meet Kati, enjoy a free storytime, enter to win a free book, enjoy light snacks and drinks, and take home custom stickers and bookmarks. Register with Svenja@StorytellersCottage.com Murder She Wrote Mystery Tea Party eginning une , on the first Wednesday of each month the Storyteller’s Cottage will host a Murder She Wrotethemed mystery game and tea party event from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $20, and include admission to one of the immersive mystery room games followed by a charming tea party featuring a variety of desserts and herbal teas.

This fun and unusual daytime event is designed to introduce senior citizens to the convivial pleasure of mystery room games, an immersive intellectual activity where players work in teams to discover clues and solve a roomful of puzzles and codes to divine the solution to a mystery. Three different mystery room games are available at the Storyteller’s Cottage, including The Detective’s Dinner Party (a Victorian murder mystery), The Dame Disappears (a WWII spy mystery), and The Legend of the Fairy Queen (a time travel mystery). A different game will be featured each month. The cost is normally $33 per player, but for this special introductory event, tickets are reduced to just $20, which includes post-game refreshments. Guests are invited to bring friends or come alone and meet new ones! Tickets can be reserved at storytellerscottage.com/ The Storyteller’s Cottage is located in a vintage Victorian house at 750 Hopmeadow Street in the center of historic Simsbury. Parking is free, and is available on the street in front of the building, and in the Fiddler’s Green parking lot on Wilcox Street, behind the house. For more information, please call 860-8776099 or visit StorytellersCottage.com.

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The 25th Anniversary Exhibit of the Granby Camera Club will take place from June 1– 28 at the Granby Public Library. A reception has been scheduled for Monday, June 3, from 5:30 – 7 p.m

Friday, June 14, at the Granby Senior Center, Don Rethke and the Granby Grunts robotics team will demonstrate their champion robot. It’s fascinating to experience the engineers’ creation in action. Breakfast is 8:30 – 10 a.m. If you are a new participant, please arrive by 8:15, ask for Nat. After the morning welcome and news update, we enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast, followed by a 45-minute presentation. The breakfast typically includes eggs, pancakes, or French toast, sausage, home fries, coffee, and orange juice.

Students of the Windy Hill Guitar Studio will present a program of classical guitar solo and ensemble repertoire at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at Fellowship Hall, South Congregational Church, 242 Salmon Brook Street. The performance is free and open to the public, and will be followed by a reception.

Women’s Breakfast On Wednesday, June 5, the Women’s Breakfast welcomes Gary Melnysyn, a certified Master Naturalist and Master Wildlife Conservationist. Drawing on his experience as a National Park Ranger, Gary will talk about Yellowstone National Park—its history, geology and animal life. The information will be supplemented with Gary’s award winning photographs.

Strawberry Supper Saturday, June 8, First Church of Granby is hosting its annual Strawberry Supper, held at the church, 219 North Granby Road, in Cook Hall. There are two seatings, at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Proceeds will go towards the mission of First Church in the community and in the world. The menu includes baked ham, potato salad, baked beans and strawberry shortcake.

Call 860-653-4537 to reserve for the 5 or the 6:30 seating. Cost of the supper is $12 for adults, $7 for children under 12. This year, you can also purchase just strawberry shortcake for $7.

Civic Club The Granby Civic Club will meet at Lost Acres Orchard on Thursday, June 20, at noon. For the past several years the club has held its final meeting of the year at the Orchard—partaking of a fabulous farm-to-table luncheon, discussing current events of the town, and planning future club activities. The ladies enjoy a great time of food, fun, and fellowship under the apple trees or on the Farm Store Porch. Luncheon reservations required by June 19.

The club invites all women of Granby to join in its tradition of service and socializing and share in the vision for “A Better Granby.” Contact Ginny Wutka (ginny@lostacres.com or 860539-2556) for additional information and reservations.

MS Support Group The Granby Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets at the Senior Center at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month. For more information, contact Meaghan at 860-428-2463.

Volunteers Needed

Mary’s Kitty Korner, Granby’s no-kill cat shelter, is looking for volunteers to help care for its kitties until they find their “fur-ever” homes. If you love cats and have some time to spare on a weekday morning or evening or on a weekend morning or afternoon the shelter would love to hear from you.

To volunteer or learn more, call 860379-4141 or visit maryskittykorner.org The greatest current need is for Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

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Simsbury Bank VP speaks at YMCA’s Women’s Day Simsbury Bank’s Bernadeta Eichner, Assistant VP and senior market manager of its Granby office, was a featured speaker at the Farmington Valley YMCA’s Women’s Day on March 8.

The talk was part of a series of woman-focused events at the Y’s Granby facility; Eichner spoke about Workforce/Work and Life Balance.

“I am honored to have partici- (L to R): Andrea McKay, associate attorney, Sloane pated in the Y’s Woman’s Day,” and Walsh, LLP, Glastonbury; Bernadeta Eichner; and said Eichner. “The Farmington Annemarie Cox, MS, CPS, certified school psychologist Valley YMCA provides valu- and prevention specialist. Submitted photo able services for all local residents and this program focused on person and was generous in sharing her women gives us the opportunity to build perspective and tips on how to “have lifelong success for women from all it all.” backgrounds and experiences.”

Eichner has been an advisory board Brian Liss, district executive director member of the Farmington Valley of YMCA Greater Hartford said, “Ms. YMCA since September 2017. She has Eichner speaks from personal experitaken a leadership role in the corporateence as a manager at a local business, sponsorship area for the Y and has been as a mother to two young girls and as a volunteer for its three major fundraisone who is committed to community ing events: Swim for a Cause, Bike for involvement. he knows first hand the the Battle and the Granby Road Race. time pressures each role places on a

Farmington Valley Chorale announces spring concert programming

By Deborah Carey The 110-member Farmington Valley Chorale and its Artistic Director Dr. Ellen Gilson Voth, will present a program of music by French composers on June 8 and 9 in Simsbury. The concert features Maurice urufle s Requiem, with organist Dr. Sean Redrow and baritone Gregory Flower. The Requiem, which is built upon Gregorian chant melodies, is widely regarded as urufle s greatest work. The program includes Gabriel Faure’s acclaimed Cantique de Jean Racine.

Dr. Redrow is the Director of Music at

the Church of St. John the Evangelist in Worcester, Mass. Gregory Flower will also perform several French art songs, accompanied by Gilson Voth on piano.

Flower is a singer, actor, music educator and composer who was a 2014 national finalist in the collegiate division of the Classical Singers Competition.

The performances will be at Westminster School Chapel, 995 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, on Saturday, June 8, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 9, at 4 p.m. Donation is $20, free for full-time students.

For tickets and more information, visit farmingtonvalleychorale.org.

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Public Works Hazardous Waste: A household hazardous waste collection will be held Saturday, June 8, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Simsbury DPW facility, 66 Town Forest Road.

Accepted items: atteries fluorescent bulbs, compact bulbs, other bulbs containing mercury; lawn care chemicals; household cleaners such as acids, adhesives, aerosol cans, ammonia, drain cleaner, disinfectants, moth balls, etc.; chemicals from the garage or workshop such as antifreeze, ant bug spray or bait, brake fluid, old gasoline, oil based paint, lighter fluid, polyurethane, pool chemicals, road flares, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, wood stain, etc.

Items not accepted: Ammunition or explosives, asbestos, business waste, car batteries, cement, electronics, empty containers, fire e tinguishers, reon, marine flares, ice melt, latex driveway sealer, medicine, drugs, needles, syringes, propane tanks, appliances, smoke detectors, tires, used oil or oil filters.

Recycling barrel spot check: In the upcoming months, the Granby DPW will be conducting a review of items placed in recycling barrels. If a barrel is included in the spot check, a tag will left on the barrel to notify the resident as to whether they are in compliance with the current recycling guidelines.

Extra trash: Extra trash bags are on sale at both the DPW and Transfer Station during hours of operation. Bags are $2 each and can be placed next to your trash barrel on your pick up day.

Yard debris: Residents are asked to keep their yard debris out of the road.

This will help to keep our basins clear and open allowing for proper drainage.

Plastic film recycling: All types of plastic film can be recycled at local grocery stores, including retail shopping bags, newspaper bags, case wrap from snack or beverage cases, napkin/paper towel/toilet paper wrap, bread bags, produce bags and dry cleaning bags.

Please look for the collection boxes at the entrance of your store. For more information, visit plasticfilmrecycling.org

Hang-A-Quilt Day is June 22 Farmington Valley Quilters is sponsoring Hang-A-Quilt Day on Saturday, June 22, with a rain date of June 23. The goal is to have the largest outdoor quilt show in the country. All quilters and quilt owners are asked to hang a quilt outside on June 22. It can be on a building, over a fence or railing, on a tree or bush, over a chair or any creative way to display your quilt. Hang a quilt inside your business if it is open Saturday. Everyone is encouraged to join in.

There is no fee or registration, just a love of quilts. If you’d like to tell your neighbors why you have your quilt outside, a sign to print out can be found at fvquilters.org under CT Hang-A-Quilt Day. Post a photograph of your quilt at #CTHangAQuiltDay. Susan Elliott, president of Farmington Valley Quilters, said “Let’s make Connecticut fun and do our part in making a brighter, art filled world ”

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Granby Ambulance Association offers Stop the Bleed training

By Kathleen Hesketh Someone can die of blood loss in as little as three minutes. That’s why Granby Ambulance Association is offering to educate town residents, businesses, civic groups, and government organizations on basic bleeding control methods through Stop the Bleed®.

Stop the Bleed is a nationally recognized program designed to inspire grass-roots efforts, such as the initiative started by GAA. The national awareness campaign was rolled out in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook school shootings and offers training designed to arm ordinary citizens with the skills and knowledge to save lives.

In a mass casualty situation, people on the scene become “immediate responders.” A bystander’s ability to quickly step in and stop bleeding may make the difference between life and death for an injured person.

Stop the Bleed has some heavy hitters behind it, including the ffice of Homeland Security and the American College of Surgeons. Kate Coupe, chief of service at GAA, wants people to understand that the training has applications to daily life as well.

“You never know when you’ll need to use basic bleeding control methods,” says Coupe. “It could be a car accident, a simple kitchen mishap with a knife or even a fall.

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“The response to Stop the Bleed has been great so far,” says Lorri DiBattisto, president of Granby Ambulance Association.

“We’ve seen businesses, such as Galasso, offer this training to their employees. We are especially excited that the town of East Granby and the East Granby Board of Education are taking advantage of the program.”

In East Granby, school nurses and administrators will be trained on bleeding control methods, as will staff at town offices. chools and town offices have also been fitted with basic bleeding control kits, thanks to generous donations from residents, such as Beth Webster.

DiBattisto hopes to see more businesses, government offices and schools take advantage of the program as they continue to roll it out. “It would be great to see the town of Granby and the Granby Board of Ed follow in East Granby’s footsteps and train teachers and staff on bleeding control methods.”

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Chipmunks scurry in and out of their holes.

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Inaugural Bluegrass Festival coming to Granby The Granby Parks and Recreation department, the Amy Gallatin and Stillwaters band, plus four supporting bluegrass bands and Rider Productions, , announce the first ranby luegrass, rews and Festival, a one day festival at almon rook ark. estled in the northern part of Farmington Valley, almon rook ark offers the perfect setting with amenities that include a band shell, a field for dancing, vendors to shop, food trucks to ravish and adult beverages available for purchase with appropriate age identification. The ranby Lions Club has generously committed to being a resenting ponsor of the event.

The Master of eremonies, First electman . cott Kuhnly noted, “Granby is excited to bring the Granby luegrass, rews and Festival to the Farmington Valley, it’s something our region has hoped and asked for and now we’re e cited to say it’s happening.

The region is known for its bluegrass festivals and after a number of years on hiatus, Granby Parks and Recreation is bringing it back. luegrass fans of all ages are invited to almon rook ark, at 215 almon rook treet oute 10) in

Granby on Saturday, July 13, from noon to 8: 0 p.m. for a day of music, food, beverages, vendors and fun.

The festival headliner is my allatin and Stillwaters, a toe-tapping blend of heartfelt vocals, soaring harmonies and red hot picking. The ock earts come from scattered roots throughout ew ngland. They love to sing and pick bluegrass, old country tunes, and seek out new tunes from other genres to bluegrass ify. lso oining the bill is a local favorite: Jeff laney luegrass and with his burning guitar bluegrass solos and his group of music innovators.

Also on the bill is Mama Juke who brings

a ew Orleans gumbo of blues peppered with funk and folk. estless Mountain luegrass and opens the show with a mix of the traditional standards and entertaining classics that everyone loves to hear.

Whether you are attending a bluegrass festival for the first time or are a seasoned veteran, ranby luegrass, rews and Festival and almon rook ark will leave you looking forward to the ne t one. For additional details and to purchase tickets, please follow this link: granbyrec.com info activities program details.asp rogram 29442 Free arking is available.

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Guided by angels and spirits

By Joanne Cohen Tina Angeli, a resident of Granby for over 40 years, recently published her first book entitled, We Are Angels, a 10-year-long project that she felt destined to write.

Angeli is a self-described spiritual psychic medium, and the director of the S.O.U.L. Center in Granby. Born in Italy, she believes she has been in communication with angels and guides since she was a toddler. Angeli teaches classes in metaphysics, past life regression and personal growth, and co-facilitates a monthly support group with Jack Lardis at UCONN Health Center for people who have had near death experiences, or NDEs. She strongly feels that her angels’ unconditional love and supportive guiding energy have helped her through many incredible challenges. During an interview on her property, in the center of the largest private labyrinth in Connecticut, Angeli gently explains that this book, which is a very personal and genuine account of her life, is meant to provide guidance and comfort to those who read it.

Angeli hopes that We Are Angels will be helpful to people who may be questioning their spiritual growth process, or who are wondering about experiences they may have had. Angeli strongly believes that we are challenged in life to do what we are passionate about, which is part of a “sacred contract” we made with Spirit before we were born. Often, she explains, people get “stuck”and can become anxious or depressed. Learning not only to have faith that we are guided and protected by our angels and guides, but accepting that we can “trust the process,” can allow us to feel calmer, more grounded, and happier. During monthly meditation groups held at her home and open to the public, Angeli offers a safe, comfortable and supportive environment in which people can explore meditation, learn various techniques for healing, and possibly receive messages from Spirit.

Angeli states that her intention is for her own story to serve as “a tool to motivate others toward their own journey.” She hopes that those who read her book will realize they can walk this journey “without fear of death and with the knowledge that truly We Are Angels.” Information can be found on Angeli’s website at www.WEAREANGELS.NET

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2019 Granby Road Race

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In Memory Of… Smith, James Charles, 67, February 26 Ward, Dorothy (Peck), wife of the late Wyman Ward, April 14 Mercer, Richard W., 76, husband of Susan Young Mercer, April 16 Huot, Jeff Alan, 59, husband of Kimberly Huot, April 16 Briere, Carole Ann Peterson (Myers), 79, wife of Richard Briere and the late George H. Peterson, April 18 Riggott, Barbara (Liptak), 87, wife of the late Carleton Riggott, April 19 Beman, Carolyn Bernice (Clark), 88, wife of the late Robert Beman, April 21

Applegarth, Edward Gault, 68, former husband of Diane Dupont Applegarth, April 23 Sullivan, Roberta “Bobbie” (Seger), wife of Bruce Sullivan, April 23 Griffin, Marshall Lawrence, 84, fianc of arbara . Monc ka, pril Juliano, Nancy (Britt), 82, wife of the late Robert F. Juliano Hofmann, Monica, 77, wife of John Wright Hofmann, Jr., May 4 Berg, Howard Edwin, 91, husband of the late Jean (Whaling) Berg, May 9 Ramella, Mary T., 90, wife of the late Francis orman amella, May 11

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The time to save farmland is now e are about to watch another cornfield in town get developed houses, condos, roads and driveways. ’m sure the people who will live there would love our little farm town. ut will it still be a farm town when they get here hat makes a farm town re you still a farm town if travelers through town don’t see any farming e are third generation farmers. n 1950, my husband’s grandparents moved from their small plot in ast artford, to a beautiful piece of land ust south of the center of town on te. 10 in ranby. They noted how flat it was and how the brook wandered through it, bisecting the 50 acres and therefore providing easy access to water something coveted by farmers. ut they didn’t start the farm. t was already a working dairy farm and the cows and tractors came with the land, written right on the deed registered in town hall. Our land that provides food for our family and our neighbors has been farmed back to ranby’s settlement in 16 5, with the land along the southern part of oute 10 divided in long strips from the road down to the almon rook. assing a farm through generations can be tough. Many farm kids don’t want to come back to the family land. t’s too much work. ot enough money. nd this is reality for lots of family farms. ut really, a family farm is a small business. n order for the family farm to survive, the small business has to thrive. Otherwise, the only option is

to sell the land. hen we patroni e family farms, we’re not ust supporting the current farmers we’re encouraging the ne t generation as well. Thriving family businesses are more likely to be handed down generation to generation therefore, farmland is more likely to stay in farming.

Many farms are doing a great ob diversifying, adding value added products and creating multiple income streams: veggie farms that use the produce they grow in their on farm restaurant, goat farms offering soap, vineyards offering a space for weddings.

Our farm ust opened an on farm brewery where we feed our spent brewer’s grains to our pigs. y the time the developer is talking to the lanning and oning ommission it’s too late. ome sort of development is under way.

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Birders report numerous species on spring migration bird walks

By Trish Percival Every Mother’s Day weekend, early risers join Granby Land Trust Board Member John Weeks and his wife, Christine Chinni, on a quest to see the many species of birds that pass through North Granby on their annual migration routes.

John and Christine are passionate and knowledgeable birders who generously share their time and expertise with others.

North Granby resident and GLT board member Jamie Gamble kindly opens his private property for the walks each year. The property’s open fields, pond, wetlands, and woodlands provide great habitat for migrating birds such as warblers, vireos, tanagers, thrushes, orioles, and others.

This year’s outings took place on May 11 and 12—two very different days in terms of weather. May 11 was a beautiful, sunny spring morning, and the outing

was an enormous success with 64 species of birds identified. Please see box on this page.) On the morning of May 12, however, the temperatures dropped, the rain moved in and many of the birds hunkered down for the day. The birds weren’t the only ones deterred by the rain: just seven intrepid souls showed up to see what birds were out and about. Their bravery paid off. While fewer species were seen, the Sunday group did get to see a Virginia rail run right across the path in front of them; and they also had very nice looks at Baltimore orioles, rose-breasted grosbeaks and scarlet tanagers, among others.

The GLT thanks John and Christine for running this popular event for us each year. The GLT is committed to preserving and protecting bird habitat, and it’s always exciting to see the amazing variety of species that make Granby their home or stop for a rest here during their spring migration.

Common yellowthroat. Photo by Jim Watso.

These are the 64 species of birds identified on the May 11 bird walk.

Granby birders, under the guidance of John Weeks, keep watchful eyes out for migrating birds.

Photo by Jim Watso

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Bird life in McLean Game Refuge closely tied to stage of forest growth

By Holly Johnson Granby resident John Weeks’ recent lecture at Granby Public Library told the tale of the ever-evolving state of avian affairs in the McLean Game Refuge. In any given forest, the stage of its development is a critical factor in what bird life can be found there. Although the 4,400 acres of the refuge contain many micro-habitats, the overall status of the forest is that of a mature one, with many large trees and less understory. The birds that are found there now comprise 126 species, down from 194 in 1979, when the younger forest allowed for a greater variety of species.

Weeks described bird activity as it changes with the seasons. The great horned owl mates and nests in winter the fledglings are just now moving out. If you walk through the woods in April, you might see or hear ruby crown kinglets, ovenbirds, black and white warblers, yellow belly sapsuckers, downy and hairy woodpeckers, Baltimore orioles, flycatchers and wood thrush. There

are also sandpipers migrating through, although most migrants appear in mid-May when the migrating flocks raise the noise level considerably.

Midsummer brings quiet to the forest, as most species are busy gathering food and feeding their young, and with the coming of August, the migration reverses. All the songbirds are gone by the end of September. The waterfowl follow by the end of October.

The northern harrier marsh hawk) stays through winter, hunting small mammals while flying, using its sight and hearing the way owls do. Other birds found here in the winter include golden crown kinglets, dark-eyed juncos and tree sparrows. Surprisingly, McLean birders have seen the common redpoll, a bird that lives mostly in the Arctic.

According to Weeks, birds are always looking for new places to nest. Many times they find them accidentally, as when they overshoot their usual destination. There are several examples of this occurring in

Louisiana waterthrush. Photo by Jim Watso.

our area, one being the arrival of the Mississippi kite in 2008. Prior to 1970, we did not have year-round cardinals, tufted titmice, mockingbirds or Carolina wrens; they are all common now. Even more recent arrivals are the turkey vulture and black vulture, not seen over a decade ago.

Range expansions can be driven by climate change. Our warmer winters have made many of the southern songbirds welcome. Some are driven by geographical changes such as the construction of interstate highways, whose telephone poles and wires gave the red-tailed hawks perfect perching places for hunting.

Some are driven by the action of humans, such as the popularity of installing nesting boxes increasing the occurrence of bluebirds.

As the McLean forest becomes John Weeks lectures on birds in McLean Game one of old growth, many of the Refuge. Photo by Holly Johnson dominant trees begin to die off, tained for the greatest number of wildlife. correlating with a varying and sparse bird Since only two percent of all New England habitat. The yellow belly sapsucker has forests are in the young stage, this method increased its nesting, but the ruffed grouse would be of great help. and eastern meadowlark, which were once People sometimes react to this unfavorcommon, are now rare. These species reably, but it is the best way to rejuvenate a quire a young forest with a great variety of forest. For example, even brush piles left afplant life and plenty of vacant space. ter silviculture practices are employed will Other animals, however, appreciate the greatly facilitate plant and animal diversity. fallen trees in an old growth forest. They A recent clear cut in a Granville forest has use them as bridges over otherwise difficult already led to new bird life: whippoorwills, landscape such as water and bogs. The logs prairie warblers and the eastern towhee are also provide nurseries for small plants and now seen. A few years ago, a small clear the germination of tree seeds, as the cavicut was performed in McLean, but it was ties hold water. too small to be beneficial. ew species of Old growth forests take a long time to birds were counted initially, but within five become young again. Natural disasters such years, regrowth was complete. as tornadoes and wildfires can uicken the Weeks led a guided bird walk at Holcomb process as almost immediately after the Farm on May 17, as well as other bird walks devastation, shrubs and saplings begin to on Granby Land Trust property this past grow. Silviculture, the practice of controlmonth. He returns to Granby Public Liling the growth, composition, health and brary on Wednesday, Sept. 11, for a Hawk quality of a forest to meet various needs, is a Talk, to be followed by a Hawk Watch in priority for the McLean Board of Directors Granville on Saturday, Sept. 14. McLean’s and Refuge Director Connor Hogan.

Refuge Director Connor Hogan will also be The McLean Board of Directors is conspeaking at Granby Public Library; look templating some clear cutting in the forest, for the 2019 Fall Program Guide or visit deep in areas where there are no trails. granby-ct.gov/library It is definitely in keeping with George McLean’s request that the refuge be main-

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Windy Hill guitar ensemble to perform at South Church

Some of the students of Laura Mazza Dixon’s Windy Hill Guitar Studio. Submitted photo

By Laura Mazza-Dixon Students of the Windy Hill Guitar Studio will present a program of classical guitar solo and ensemble repertoire at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at Fellowship Hall, South Congregational Church, 242 Salmon Brook Street. The performance is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception.

The Windy Hill Guitar Ensemble performs frequently at churches and libraries in the Farmington Valley. The ensemble consists of Nicholas DeFranzo, of East Granby, and a junior at Northwest Catholic; Shannon McCord, a junior at GMHS; Evelyn Danke, an eighth-grader at GMMS, and her mother, Sue Canavan; Jael Hernandez, a sixth-grader from East Granby; and Owen Johnson, a sixth-

grader from Southwick, Mass., and his father Chris Johnson.

The concert will feature Nicholas DeFranzo performing Suite in D Minor

by French Baroque composer, Robert De Visée and Evelyn Danke performing Canarios, by Spanish Baroque composer Gaspar Sanz.

The ensemble will perform a transcription for four guitars of Capricho Catalan,

by Isaac Albeniz and a set of pieces by Brazilian composer Celso Machado. As always, pieces from the Suzuki method for classical guitar literature will be on the program. The program will conclude with a performance by Nicholas DeFranzo of the Prelude from J.S. Bach’s Lute Suite in E Major. e hope you will find the time to come and listen to these young musicians share the pieces they have been working on all year. You will be supporting them in their development as artists and you will be moved and inspired by the music they have prepared.

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Bob Sparks Company Head: Architecturally Designed Interiors and for SMS: Sports Memorabilia Showcase Professional Musician: currently drumming with Crossroads band Age: 65 Can you tell me about your background...

I was born in Torrington but grew up on my grandparent’s farm near Lake Champlain. My father was a musician and traveled often. He introduced me to drumming at an early age and during my late teen years filled in for him at local clubs when he was away. After high school I went to architecture school but continued to work as a drummer to pay my tuition. I was always drumming with local bands.

Blue Oyster Cult was a band from the 1970s – early 80s famous for many hits including Don’t Kill the Reaper. In 1986 it broke up but the key players formed a smaller band and continued touring and playing BOC songs. This is when I met Joe Bouchard, lead singer, and joined the band. We packed places everywhere we went and Joe was a great showman. Once we reached our sixties though, working in a seven-piece band with a light show became a little trying. So, after 19 years with them I left to play in smaller, more local bands and the one I am playing

with currently is called Crossroads.

Crossroads features a wide variety of familiar hits from the past and present.

The two original brothers from Oyster Cult, along with Dennis Dunaway from Alice Cooper went on to form a group called Blue Coupe; they do an acoustic version of BOC and Alice Cooper tunes for large venues.

It was through this smaller band that I met my wife Susie who has always lived here in Granby. At one point about four or five years ago she was looking for a band to play a charity event to benefit cancer victims. Her husband David had recently died of pancreatic cancer. I had seen her at the Maple Tree Café several times. I volunteered to meet with her and told her I needed to see the bandshell

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in Salmon Brook Park where the event was to be held. This way I could get to actually know her a little better. On the performance day we held a raffle with the band as the “prize” and made $50K for the cause.

Susie was also in need of a home redo.

Using my architectural skills and help from a builder, John Fitzgerald, who was our neighbor, I set my mind to working on her house here in Granby. It wasn’t too much longer before we were married, living on Day Street and handling several businesses together.

Talk about your architectural firm…

ADI does home remodeling, generally of older homes. Oftentimes people enjoy living in a historical building but want modern conveniences and an open style.

This is where we come in. I also have a coordinating business called Sports Memorabilia Showcase that is involved in designing museum quality rooms or spaces for people who want such displays. find it especially fun to go to trade shows and get to know popular athletes involved with sports memorabilia. One time I was at a show in New Jersey and I

got a call to “please meet Emmet Smith.”

This was an unusual surprise. He was scheduled to speak at the show but didn’t have the right screen so I lent him one.

He was interviewing people for feedback for a company he was starting, thus we had great conversation.

How about your music…

The band I recently played with at Parrott Delaney Tavern in New Hartford is called Crossroads. The songs we play are familiar but we do them to a different beat or style. It is not original music but tried and true tunes.

What are your thoughts on living here in Granby...

I think that a true effort is given to maintain historical sites and buildings here. Holcomb Farm and Lost Acres Orchard are wonderful for good food. The people here in Granby are homespun and unpretentious. They aren’t jaded.

I like that Granby is a short drive to Hartford and has a church that sponsors musical events. For a while I lived in Litchfield but being there was like being in Maine; in comparison, Granby is just plain close to everything.

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Laughter is the best medicine Everyone loves a good laugh. A comedy. Cute antics of pets. A funny joke.

When we laugh, we relax. We often share the moment with a friend or loved one.

We feel good. But why is this?

Laughter affects both bodies and minds in a positive way. The physical benefits are immediate and long term as muscles relax, oxygen levels increase, blood pressure decreases while blood circulation increases, the stress hormone cortisol decreases, and the hormones dopamine and endorphin increase with an overall positive benefit. urther, our infection fighting ability increases with an increase of T-cells boosting immunity, cellular decay reduces, blood sugar levels decrease, and respiratory function improves.

Psychological and cognitive benefits result from these physical effects Relaxation and improved cognition, restful sleep, decreased negative feelings, improved memory and brain function, amplified resiliency and creativity, rapport with others when the laughter is shared, and counteracting anxiety and depression are all positive results from simply laughing. Expressing one’s internal emotions with an external expression is a release valve providing a means to being real and authentically ourselves.

Smiling and laughing are some of the first communications from an infant even before spoken language. Simply listening to a baby laugh can make us laugh and delight in the genuine expression of happiness.

But when nothing is funny, how do I make myself laugh to bring about all these wonderful and positive feelings?

The first part of a laugh is a smile. our body doesn’t know if your smile is genuine or you prompt it, but either way you will be more relaxed just by smiling.

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our facial muscles send a message to the brain that you are happy. Try it! Count your blessings and good fortunes every morning. Thinking positively moves you closer to happiness and laughter than thinking negative thoughts and getting stuck on situations or memories that are barriers to humor and laughter. es, there are sad and unhappy events in life for sure, and we cannot avoid them. But for every negative, think of two positives. our children, your pets, the beauty of nature, the comforts of your home and all the things we take for granted. Think of them with gratitude. Allow happiness in your life and laughter moves closer to the surface.

What’s so funny? When you hear laughter, move towards it. And join the laughter. Sometimes just hearing a loud laugh will make you laugh, even if you don’t know what the joke is! Spend time with happy people who look on the bright side. A choice between Debbie Downer or Sally Sunshine? Go for Sally. Sometimes bring Debbie along though, as she needs your positive influence.

Make yourself laugh! Like smiling, your body doesn’t know the difference between a laugh provoked by humor or one that you make up. The wonderful benefits are the same. uild a humor library of jokes, funny videos, happy TV shows and uplifting books. Don’t just read the comics and smile internally, let yourself laugh out loud. Create opportunities to laugh, just like you do exercise.

There are even laughter yoga classes for organized fun as well as comedy clubs both on TV and at shows. inding peace and oy in life s simple pleasures will bring you one step closer to a chuckle, a hoot, a laugh, or even a roaring guffaw. Seek out laughter, share it

By Rick Berry Our morning routine, not unlike anyone else’s, is watching some news and an occasional scanning of the local Sarasota Herald Tribune, Kelly catching up on happenings in the Siesta Key, Fla. area and me checking local golf scores from the previous day. Certainly, we’re not expecting a familiar name to pop up. This one morning was different. The name Pam Mulcahy appeared.

That was enough to start my search for old Granby friends, Tom and Pam, an easy process as I had scheduled a game the next morning at the course listed in the paper, Calusa Lakes, as a guest of another Granby transplant, Bob Jones.

After getting the Mulcahy’s number at the pro shop, a rendezvous at the club was a “no brainer!”

Rounding out our foursome was the easiest aspect of the final ranby reunion.

Dave Hughes joined us at our designated course for “the Granby Game”—Mission Valley. Dave, Bob and I have played together for years, The morning discovery

Granby transplants Tom Mulcahy, Dave Hughes, Bob Jones and Rick Berry. Photo courtesy of Rick Berry

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Parks & Recreation Kristine Vincent, CPRP: Director of Recreation and Leisure Services fice rs: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Salmon Brook Park. Open 24/7 at GranbyRec.com.

Telephone: 860-653-8947 Website: GranbyRec.com Program/Trip Registration: All programs trips are based on a first come basis and space availability and require advance registration; payment must accompany registration. Please register early to avoid disappointment.

Summer camp and program registration now open Summer Day Camp at Salmon Brook Park, Mission Adventure and a ton of other awesome adventures await you with Granby Recreation’s lineup of summer programs. From baseball, basketball and volleyball to softball, field hockey and tennis—there’s something for everyone!

Swimming at Salmon Brook Park Opening Day is Sunday, June 9. Opens for weekdays and weekends beginning Saturday, June 15.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: 10:30 a.m.–7 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays: 12–4 p.m.

Season Passes: $85 for a family, $40 for an individual pass Daily Admittance: Adults $5, Youth (2-17) and Seniors $4 Granby’s Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival Saturday, July 13, 12:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Salmon Brook Park. $15 pre-sale, $20 at the gate. A day of great music under the Granby sky. Come out and dance to the fiddle playing, ban o picking and foot-stomping music while savoring the Food Truck creations, shopping crafts, and en oying Thomas Hooker rewery beverages. Don’t forget your blankets and lawn chairs.

One-Week Summer Camps Visit GranbyRec.com for a complete listing of one-week summer camp programs including Art-Ventures, Incredifli ummer Movie Making, unior Chef, Band Camp, Flag Football, Field Hockey kills amp, ock Wall amp, Softball Camp, Soccer Camp, Volleyball Camp, Running Club and a ton of other activities to keep your children busy all summer long!

Pickleball Anyone?

Swing the paddle playing one of the fastest growing sports in America.

Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong; it is played on a badminton-sized court with a hard paddle and plastic ball. Granby Recreation is looking to start a pickleball program. For more information contact Granby Recreation at 860-653-8947.

Lunchtime Walkers Club Tuesdays, 12-12:45 p.m. Salmon rook ark House. eing active is the secret to staying healthy, and walking is an easy and ine pensive way to get moving. Join the walkers club and come walk every Tuesday at the beautiful Salmon Brook Park during the lunch time hour. We will stay on the pavement and walk around the park for 45 minutes of fitness, conversation and fun.

We can all motivate each other at this weekly scheduled walk. Dogs and strollers are welcome. Dress for the weather.

This free program will run through the spring. Registration is required.

Youth and Adult Tennis Programs Tennis lessons are geared to the beginner and intermediate youth player.

Summer youth tennis lessons are instructed by Kevin mbt, MH tennis team coach. Participants should bring an appropriately-sized racquet, lots of water, towel and sneakers. The twoweek lesson programs are held Mondays through Thursdays and Fridays will be used to make up lessons cancelled due to heavy rain, etc. Lessons are held at the Salmon Brook Park Tennis Courts. on t delay, lessons fill uickly.

Counselor-In-Training Summer Program Granby camp staff, along with our camp director, will provide teens aged 14 and 15 with leadership skills and how to work with children. CITs will build self confidence and learn how to make decisions, independently and as a team, and how to manage responsibility. CITs get to en oy the same activities they loved as campers, too. The 4-week program is an intensive, hands-on training e perience. articipants must commit to a minimum of any four weeks. Oneweek sessions run June 17 through Aug. 16, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., held at Salmon Brook Park. $125pp for any 4 weeks, $250pp for all 9 weeks. Fee includes T shirt and field trips.

Time Out For Tea Wednesday, June 5, 9–10 a.m. at Salmon Brook Park Gathering Room.

Come meet with your Granby Recreation staff to en oy a cup of tea and a conversation on various health and wellness issues such as essential oils, skin care, rela ation and aromatherapy, starting a walking program and more.

We will en oy our tea, served in vintage teacups, in our Gathering Room in a fun and rela ing environment. lease oin us for some delicious tea and inspiring conversation.

Bark and Dash Family and Dog 5K Sunday, June 2, race kicks off at 10 a.m. Run or walk with your dog on Salmon Brook Park’s Beautiful 5K terrain. ri es awarded for first dog to cross the finish line, best dressed dog and oldest dog to finish the race. up treats available at the end. There will be a Dog Swim at noon at Salmon Brook Pond sponsored by the Dog Park Association. $10 pre-reg./$15 day of.

Family Movie Night: Transylvania 3 Saturday, June 8, movie begins at dusk, at Salmon Brook Park. Join the PTO and Parks and Rec for our Kickoff to Summer Movie Night. Before the movie, stop in at the mini Scholastic ook air located in the ark House and grab those summer reading books.

In case of inclement weather, movie will be held indoors at Salmon Brook Park.

Baseball Camp June 24–27, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. at Salmon Brook Park. The Chris Corkum Camp is geared to emphasize skill development. The children, ages 7 to 12, are carefully guided through selected skill activities and drills culminating in team play.

Videotaping is used where appropriate. Program includes individual and small group instruction in fielding, throwing, hitting, pitching, base running, physical conditioning and game strategy, with discussion of rules and regulations. Send your child with a glove, bat, hat, appropriate footwear, snack and lots of water. $135pp.

Bears Girls Basketball Camp June 24–27, Monday through Thursday. Grades 1–4, 8:30–11:30 a.m. rades , p.m. Held at MH gym. MH assistant boys varsity basketball coach Curtis Field and his staff lead this popular instructional camp which will concentrate on fundamentals and individual and team development as well as help foster self confidence in a fun atmosphere. Curriculum includes conditioning, drills, stations, plus team and individual competitions that will help players improve their ball handling,

shooting, defense and rebounding. Participants should wear appropriate gym clothes and sneakers and bring a ball and a water bottle. All receive a camp t-shirt. Fee $120pp.

Tiny and Mini Hawk: Basketball and Soccer Camp June 24–27, Monday through Thursday. Ages 3 and 4, 8:30– 9:15 a.m., fee $79pp. Ages 4–7, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., fee pp. Held at hren s ark.

Basketball and soccer are introduced in a fun and safe environment with lots of encouragement. Children will learn balance, body movement, hand/ eye coordination, and skill development through a series of sport specific games tailored to their attention spans.

Staff members are trained to handle the specific needs of these young athletes.

Adult and Child Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Tuesday, une , p.m. Held at almon rook ark House. repare to recogni e and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children and infants and meets H workplace re uirements. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a digital certificate for dult and ediatric irst id CPR/AED valid for two years. $95pp.

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Thursday, une , p.m. Held at almon rook ark House. esigned to train professionals to respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies for adult, children and infants. BLS is the foundation CPR/AED program typically required for healthcare providers and public safety professionals. Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive a two-year Basic Life upport for Healthcare roviders digital certificate with anytime, anywhere access to certificate and training history. $90pp.

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Browse & Borrow Granby Public Library Main Branch Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Cossitt Branch Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., and 3 – 8 p.m.

Saturday: 12 – 5 p.m.

Holiday Closing Both libraries will be closed on Monday, May 27.

Beginning July 1, the Cossitt Branch Library will change its hours to: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays, 3 – 8 p.m. and Saturdays, 2 – 5 p.m.

Registration To register for any program call 860844-5275, email gplibrary@granby-ct. gov or register on the website, granby-ct. gov/library. Just click on the Program and Events Calendar tab and select the programs you want to attend. Of course you can still call or visit the library to sign up for programs, talks, activities and special events. We encourage you to take a look at the calendar today so you don’t miss out.

ADULTS, TEENS, TWEENS AND FAMILIES

Book Discussions Free and open to the public; copies of the selected titles or author’s works are available for borrowing. Drop in or register by visiting online or call 860844-5275.

Something About the Author: Monday, June 13, 1:30 p.m., Main Branch. Featured author Susan Vreeland Around the World: Monday, June 17, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch. Don’t Tell Me You’re Afraid by Giuseppe Catozzella (Somalia) SciFi/Fantasy: Wednesday, June 26, 7–7:45 p.m., Main Branch. Stranger in a Strange Land by obert . Heinlein How to Protect Your Computer from Scams, Hacking and Viruses Wednesday, June 5, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch. Take the appropriate measures to protect your private data.

Hear the latest security tips from local e perts and learn how to prevent hackers from accessing your personal information. Chris Doering, MIS, and coowner of Computer Sales and Repair will share valuable info to help safeguard your computer. Registration recommended.

The Art of Photographic Expression: Realistic Photography or Photo Art? Thursday, June 6, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch. Photography is an ever evolving art form. n oy the e ploration of different perspectives with professional photographer and instructor Andy Mars. iew e amples of two distinct styles: unprocessed photography and digitally manipulated photography. ll are welcome to en oy the art and the conversation—from picture-taking enthusiasts to art lovers to professional photographers. Take a closer look at a newly emerging art form. Registration recommended.

Beads And Reads Saturday, June 8, 2–3 p.m., Cossitt Branch. For kids ages 8 and over. Drop by for an afternoon of beading and reading. Customize your summer T-shirts and sneakers with pony beads. Bring your own T-shirt or use one of ours— youth size L provided while supplies last. Then check out the latest books for

summer reading—Nutmeg books are here. There’s no fee and no registration.

Bach 2 Rock: The Science Of Sound Tuesday, June 18, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Holcomb arm North arn avilion.

All ages will want to catch this amazing, interactive performance with Caryn Lin, nationally recognized electric violinist and composer, as she transforms sounds using modern technology. Journey from the classical days of Bach to today’s techno-wonders. See and hear how live music is created as Caryn introduces the science behind sound waves and the techniques used to make music.

Registration required.

Life After Liftoff Wednesday, June 19, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch. Kick Off OUR Summer Reading Program and learn about the development of life support technology for the Apollo and space station programs from retired aerospace engineer Donald Rethke. The program includes details of the build and test process for regenerative life support systems in con unction with future Mars e ploration. ethke, K r.

Flush, brings an authentic space suit for close-up viewing. Program appropriate for older children, teens, adults and seniors. Registration recommended.

Out Of This World Photo Art Monday, June 24, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch. Teens and tweens will learn to create smartphone photo art with Andy Mars, professional photographer and iPhoneography instructor. Is that a spaceship hovering in your pic taken at the family cookout How did that photo-bomb get in there? Find out by registering to attend. Don’t wait; space is limited. Note: Attendees will need to bring a fully charged iPhone, Android or iPad to the session, and be able to download free apps.

Supersonic Harmonica Wednesday, June 26, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch on the patio and lawn.

Steve Clark performs on the harmonica, shares info about the instrument’s inner workings and history, and finishes the evening with a group lesson. The first 18 adults, teens, and tweens who register in advance receive a free Honer pecial 20 harmonica and 15 minutes group instruction following the performance and talk. Already have a harmonica? ring it along and oin the musical am. ll ages are welcome to en oy the fun.

Starry Night Doodle Art Thursday, June 27, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Main Branch. Calling all teens and tweens, don’t miss this Zentangleinspired doodle art workshop with artist and calligrapher Debby Reelitz. Take inspiration from Van Gogh’s famous painting Starry Night as you create a doodle doppelganger with lines, patterns and cool colors. Let your artistic talent shine brightly. There’s no fee and all materials are provided. Registration required; space limited.

Cossitt Writers Group Tuesday, June 11, 6–7:45 p.m., Cossitt Branch Upper Level. Adult fiction writers are welcome to oin this friendly group. Writing e ercises, sprints and critiques are all a part of the sessions.

The group meets the second Tuesday of the month through the summer months.

Registration recommended though dropin’s are always welcome.

Chess, Anyone?

Thursday, June 13, 10–11:45 a.m., Cossitt Branch Upper Level. Chess fans are invited to friendly and competitive

games the second Thursday morning of every month. If you want to play but the date or time doesn t fit your schedule, please leave your contact info with library staff and we’ll put you in touch with others who are open to playing matches at other times. Registration recommended though drop-ins are always welcome.

Friends Of Cossitt Library Puzzle Sale Saturday, June 29 – Saturday, July 13, Cossitt Branch, Upper Level. Stop

by Cossitt Branch to stock up for the summer on some amazing puzzles!

The sale will feature gently used and reasonably priced igsaw pu les for all ages depicting a variety of scenes.

Proceeds from the sale will be used to support the Friends of Cossitt’s efforts to provide funding for programming at the Cossitt Branch Library.

Puzzle donations for the puzzle sale will be accepted at both branches of the library during open hours. Please ensure all donations are complete (no missing pieces!) and that they include a picture of the completed pu le on the bo bag.

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Family Movie Night Wednesday, June 12, 6 p.m., Main ranch. rop in and en oy a family friendly film, we ll provide the popcorn.

All ages welcome.

Over The Moon Animal Adventure with Animal Embassy Thursday, June 20, 1:30–2:30 p.m., Senior/Youth Center Community Room.

For ages 4 and up. Join the library and nimal mbassy on a nocturnal ourney through the fascinating nightlife of the animal kingdom as we kick off our Summer Reading Program. See the live animals and discover what these amazing creatures do while we are tucked tightly in our beds. Please register in advance, although drop-ins are welcome!

We Love LEGOS! Fridays, June 21 and 28, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Main Branch. We provide the LEGOs and Duplos, you provide the imagination. Fun for ages 3 and up. No registration needed.

Imagination Station Monday, June 24, 4–5 p.m., Main ranch. gala y of fun for children ages 6 and up looking for a chance to get creative. Create an out-of-this-world art or craft pro ect to bring home. ll materials provided. Please register in advance.

All Stars Musical Review—Puppet Workshop and Performance Tuesday, June 25, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Cossitt Branch. After this fun puppet workshop for children ages 5 to 8, silly stars will be singing in a moonlit sky.

Family and friends will gather for the star studded puppet performance at the end of the workshop. Registration required.

LEGO Movie 2 Launch Party Wednesday, June 26, 1:30 p.m. Special Activities and 3 p.m. movie, Main Branch. Come at 1:30 for some special Launch Party fun, followed immediately by the LEGO Movie 2. We’ll provide the popcorn. Please register in advance if you will be attending the Launch Party activities.

Story Times Preschool Story Time: Tuesdays, 10:30–11 a.m., Main Branch. For ages 3–5 with a caregiver. Preschoolers share stories, songs, finger plays and a craft.

Wee Ones: Thursdays, 10:30–11 a.m., Main Branch. For ages birth–2 with a caregiver. Board books, finger plays, songs and gentle movement for babies, toddlers and caregivers.

Bedtime Stories for the “I’m-NotTired”: Thursdays, June 20 – Aug. 22, 6:30 p.m., Cossitt Branch. For ages 4–7 with a caregiver, siblings welcome. Miss Heather will share entertaining picture books, interactive stories and songs, and simple crafts for children. a amas are encouraged. No registration required.

Craft Week at GPL Monday–Saturday, June 3–8, Main Branch. Drop in anytime during the week and create a fun craft to take home. All materials supplied.

Cossitt Craft Days Stop by the Children’s Room at Cossitt all month and make a simple craft. All materials provided, while supplies last.

June at East Granby Public Library Fetch me a story A registered therapy dog and handler, trained in the Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program, will visit the library on Saturday, June 29, for individual 15-minute meetings with young readers. Established in 1999, R.E.A.D. is the foremost program utilizing the companionship of therapy animals to encourage children’s love of books and the reading environment. The program is open to all, including pre-readers, those with special needs, and those wishing to become comfortable around dogs. To sign up for time slot, visit the library or call 860-653-3002.

Wednesday Movies ome for the p.m. movie and en oy free popcorn too.

June 5: On the Basis of Sex June 12: Arctic June 19: Bathtubs over Broadway June 26: Blaze

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News and Activities It’s not too late to participate in summer CSA A few CSA summer shares remain available and can be purchased at holcombfarm.org/join-our-csa/. Enjoy a full summer’s worth of Holcomb Farm produce, grown locally, without chemicals, by a farmer you know. The season starts June 11, which is also the annual opening of the Farm Store. Whether you are a CSA member or not, you can purchase Holcomb Farm produce at the Farm Store. You also can shop for meat, cheese, and other goodies sourced from a wide variety of local farms and vendors. The store is at the newly renovated (thanks to FOHF grants and volunteers) CSA Barn at 111 Simsbury Road, and will be open daily through the summer and into fall, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Chris Prosperi cooking demo Metro Bis Executive Chef Chris Prosperi will conduct a cooking demonstration at the Farm on Saturday, June 29, at 2 p.m.. You’ve probably seen Chris on TV—a magician in the kitchen, he also is an excellent teacher and an all-around great guy, and he’s a wonderful friend to Holcomb Farm. Don’t miss this opportunity to see him whip-up some magic using Holcomb Farm produce.

Tree Trail Hike for CT Trails Day As part of the annual Connecticut Trails Day, Saturday, June 1, the Friends of the Holcomb Farm will host a familyfriendly hike in the fields and woods of the Town-owned Holcomb Farm. The hike starts at 10 a.m. and will cover four to five miles at a leisurely pace, beginning at the parking lot at the main campus (113 Simsbury Road, West Granby). You are welcome to visit throughout the summer; well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. The trails are well-marked, and maps are available at holcombfarm.org.

The June 1 hike will feature a scavenger hunt to identify several varieties of trees throughout the eastern section of the farm in rolling fields and forest.

Recently several new trees, funded through a grant received by the Friends of Holcomb Farm, have been planted by volunteers, and these as well as mature trees in the existing woodlands have been tagged with labels. For the scavenger hunt, teams of all ages will be tasked with finding as many trees as possible from a list and map.

Plant and Seedling Sale a Big Success A big, heartfelt thank you to everyone who came to the CSA Barn for Farmer Joe’s Mothers Day Plant and Seedling ale of healthy, thriving flowers, vegetables and herbs. Proceeds support the nonprofit farm and participating helps with community building. Joe reports, “The event was an exciting culmination of months of work and preparations, as we grow everything from seed, right here in our greenhouse in Granby. We started in February by planning things out and ordering seeds. n March, we fired up the heat in the propagation greenhouse and started seeding. After that, it’s watering, transplanting, potAt the Plant and Seedling Sale on the day before ting up, moving things to fit more Mother’s Day, the Farm Crew helped children paint plants. Farming is a labor of love flower pots for their moms. It was great fun for and we very much appreciate all of all, and we hope it was a wonderful surprise for all our wonderful customers and CSA the special moms who received them.

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ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE The Friends of Holcomb Farm will hold its Annual Meeting on Sunday, June 9, at the CSA Barn, 111 Simsbury Road, West Granby. All members are invited. The event will commence with the Pie Baking contest beginning at 3:30 p.m., and pie sampling will accompany the business meeting, scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. members who love what we do here!”

The event included a Pop-Up Farmer’s Market, where products from Lost Acres Vineyard, Sweet Harvest Farm, and Sweet Wind Farm were available for purchase; and the Institute of Sustainable Nutrition and the Bionutrient Food Association was on-hand giving presentations.

The Friends of Holcomb Farm are grateful to Joe and his crew for all their hard work and creativity that contributed to the success of this event and we wish them all a healthy and fruitful farming season ahead.

Support the Friends of Holcomb Farm When hiking our trails or stocking up at the Farm Store, don’t miss the general beauty of the place, always being enhanced by the many volunteers. Just south of the big barn and farmhouse, an old silo base was rescued from invasive overgrowth last year, and replanted, enhancing the view as you pass by on Simsbury Road.

The Friends of Holcomb Farm is a volunteer, non profit, membership association that works hand-in hand with the Town of Granby to “preserve, promote and utilize this historic New England Farm.” We are grateful to our members, and we welcome any and all interested in becoming members. All it takes is a $25 annual contribution, and an interest in this town treasure.

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Women’s Breakfast: Wednesday, June 5, 8:30 a.m. Yellowstone National Park—A Rangers Perspective. Cost $4. To register call 860-653-9891.

Men’s Breakfast: Friday, June 14, 8:30 a.m.

GMHS Robotics, Don Rethke. Cost $2. To register call 860-844-5352.

Lifetime Learning Academy

Natural First Aid and Repellents—Be Prepared For the Outdoors: Tuesday, June 4, 10 a.m. Presented by Sara Thornton, Ravenswood Health. Summer is the time to be outside; learn ways to treat bites, cuts and scrapes as well as how to repel mosquitos and ticks in an all-natural way. Cost $5 First Ladies, An Adventure in Glamour, Guts and Gumption: Wednesday, June 19, 1 p.m.

Presented by Mariann Millard. Lively, humorous and entertaining presentation about our country’s First Ladies beginning with Martha Washington to current times. Cost $7

American Pop Culture Series

Presented by Jared Day, PhD., former professor at Carnegie Mellon University The Big Band Era: Tuesday, June 25, 1 p.m.

Examine the origins of jazz and the era of Great American Swing Bands from the 1920s through the 1940s including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller and more. Cost $6 American Popular Music in the 50s: Thursday, July 18, 1 p.m. Learn about the convergence of two distinctive American musical forms, rhythm & blues and country & western to form rock & roll. Groundbreaking singers like Nat King Cole, Patsy Cline, Chuck Berry and, of course, Elvis Presley will be discussed. Cost $6 Great Early TV Shows Part I: Thursday, Aug. 15, 1 p.m. Day will delve into the most popular early TV shows from the late 1940s and early 1950s with special attention to network shows like the Ed Sullivan Show, Milton Berle and the Lone Ranger. Cost $6 Great Early TV Shows Part II: Tuesday, Aug. 20, 1 p.m. Explore the most popular TV shows in the 1950s as the whole medium began to mature. Particular attention will be given to the Jackie Gleason Show, I Love Lucy, Dragnet, You Bet Your Life and others. Cost $6

Health and Wellness

Chronic Pain Self-Management Program: Wednesdays, June 5 through July 17 at 10 a.m. (no June 26). Presented by Justine Ginsberg, Farmington Valley Health District. This 6-week program was created by Stanford University to address the issue of living with chronic pain.

Gain knowledge and learn strategies to help self-manage your pain. Cost $25 includes book.

Theraputty—Stress and Strengthening: Tuesday, June 11, 1 p.m. Presented by Tully Meyer, McLean Home Care and Hospice. Make your own therapeutic putty to help increase hand tr ngt coor ination i i it an t rit Also a great tension tamer. Free

Personal Development

Ask the Attorney with Kraner and Hess: Wednesday, June 5. Specializing in Elder Law. Please call for an appointment for a free consultation. Free.

Billiards Clinics: Thursday, June 13, 1 p.m. Presented by Mark Rondeau, Certified Professional Pool Instructor. Perfect your billiard

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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.

Special Activities enefits ntitlements an er ices r eterans: Wednesday, June 5, 1 p.m.

Presented by Wayne Rioux, Veteran’s Liaison Hartford Healthcare at Home. We will host a free seminar for veterans and their families that offers information on services and benefits. ree tra erry rtca e cial: Wednesday, June 26, 12 p.m. Let’s celebrate summer and strawberries with a fun luncheon including turkey wraps, potato chips, pickles and, of course, strawberry shortcake for dessert. Music for listening and dancing will be provided by The Boogie Boys. Register by June 19. Cost $7pp. am r eni rs: July 9 – 12. This summer camp in Ashford is for seniors and includes overnight accommodations for four nights, meals and activities including shuffleboard, swimming, arts and crafts, mini golf, campfires and more. Space is very limited. Register by June 17. Cost $215pp for double occupancy, $305pp for single occupancy.. game with tips, tricks and techniques. Cost $5.

Important Conversations as We Age, Part 1: Tuesday, June 18, 1 p.m. The Other Conversation, presented by Justine Ginsberg, Farmington Valley Health District. Whether you already have plans in place or you haven’t started, this presentation will give insight and review into living wills, advanced directives, end of life matters and more. Free Important Conversations as We Age, Part 2: Thursday, June 20, 1 p.m. Moving Forward on Your Own, presented by Justine Ginsberg, Farmington Valley VNA. This program for the widowed, couples, families and friends will help o ta a oo at financia ci ion gri an how to ensure you are getting the best advice and not being taken advantage of. Free.

Lend a Helping Hand

Helping Hands Needed: Wednesday, June 26, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please join Days for Girls International (daysforgirls.org) who will sew for women in need of sanitary products. Need both sewers and non-sewers to volunteer. To learn more please contact Josie Klein at 860-653-5752 or josiklein640@gmail.com.

Health And Wellness

Alzheimer’s Support Group: Tuesday, June 11, 10 a.m. Peggy Coburn, McLean Home Care and Hospice. Caring for someone diagnosed with Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming. Learning to cope with the changes in their behavior and understanding how to handle it is sometimes best explained by those who are dealing with a similar situation. Free.

Caregiver Private Consultations: Friday, June 7, starting at 10 a.m. Esther Corcoran, the Alzheimer’s Association. Come with questions and concerns; offering half hour personal consultations for a family member or caregiver of someone with Alzheimer’s. Call 860-844-5352 for an appointment. Free.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Thursdays at 12 p.m. A group for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Join others, to share friendships, tips and ideas on being a parent again. Free.

MS Support Group: Mondays, June 10 and 24 at 1 p.m. Self-help group for persons with Multiple Sclerosis and their caregivers.

On Grief and Loss: Wednesdays, June 12 and 26 at 2:30 p.m. Led by Jane Johnson. Through discussion this non-therapeutic support group

will help you understand and cope with grief. o i fin pport in or ation an trat gi Foot Care Clinic with Pedi-Care: By appointment, Monday, June 17, and Friday, June 28. A specially trained nurse will assess t an o r tr iti tri fi an c an nails. Cost is $29, not covered by insurance. Call 860-844-5352 for an appointment.

Free Blood Pressure Checks: Each Thursday, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Farmington Valley VNA, held in the Senior Center Community Room.

Free Blood Sugar Checks: First Thursday of the month, June 6, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Farmington Valley VNA, held in the Senior Center Community Room.

Chair Massage with Bev Harris: Tuesdays, June 4 and 18. Concentration is on upper and lower back and shoulders. Fifteen minutes is $10.

TRAVEL For extended tours and travel please visit granby-ct.gov.

Senior Van Service And Excursions

The Granby Senior Van provides rides for adults 60 and over to shopping and activities at the Senior Center. Please call 860-844-5353 one week in advance for scheduling.

Trips

Please call 860-844-5352 to register for all trips.

Shopping at Evergreen Walk, departing at 9:30 a.m., Friday, June 21. Cost $5.

Dine and Drive, Log House, Barkhamsted.

Monday, June 24. Cost $5.

Day Excursions

Roseland Cottage, Vanilla Bean Café and Shops and Martha’s Herbary in Woodstock, Friday, June 7, 9:30 a.m. An elegant example of Victorian Age craftsmanship both inside and out, this national historic landmark is a delight. Lunch on your own at the Vanilla Bean Café. Limited seating. Cost $14. Register by May 24.

Country Ride, White Flower Farm Store, Bellamy and Ferriday House, Litchfield/ Bethlehem: Friday, June 14, 9:30 a.m. A landmark and example of the evolution of a home built in 1754, surrounded by a truly inspiring garden with rare plants. Lunch on your own at the Good News Restaurant. Cost $15. Register

by May 31.

Shore Drive, Meig’s Point Nature Center, Hammonasset Beach: Wednesday, June 19, 8 a.m. Come see the newly renovated Nature Center, put your feet in the sand and have lunch on your own afterwards at Bill’s Seafood. Cost $5. Register by June 12.

The Delaney House, All You Can Eat Lobster Buffet: Monday, July 8, 9:30 a.m. Lobster, lobster, lobster is on the buffet, with plenty of other choices too. Enjoy outstanding singing and comedy by John Tampanelli. Cost $85. Register and pay by June 7.

FITNESS AND EXERCISE The Granby Senior Center offers a variety of affordable exercise classes throughout the week.

Only $6/class for Granby residents when you pay the session price. Intensity levels range from house cat to cheetah. Classes run by session or you can pay a drop-in fee.

Yoga Flow: Mondays at 9:45 a.m. Emphasis is gi n to fin ing a a anc t n i i it an tr ngt an p oring o it practic to fin incr a i it o o nt oga p ri nc is somewhat helpful but not required. Instructor, Mary Fuller.

Gentle Movement and Balance: Mondays at 11:15 a.m. Designed to increase strength, a anc i i it an coor ination i p to improve activities of daily living in a fun and social environment. Instructor, Paula Pirog.

Cardio & Strength: Mondays at 4:30 p.m.

Vigorous cardio workout in a fun and encouraging environment. Instructor, Mellanee HarMonday.

Chair Yoga: Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. Enhanced r at ing incr a oo o r c t n ion and better posture are achieved through the various yoga poses. Great for those with limited mobility. Instructor, Paula Pirog.

Yoga: Tuesdays at 4 p.m. Thoughtful breathing and controlled postures. Instructor, Paula Pirog.

Tone-up Tune-up: Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. A low impact cardiovascular workout with intervals of weight work for upper and lower body tr ngt ning o not go to t oor cor training performed seated or standing. Instructor, Mary Fuller.

Body Blast: Wednesdays at 4:15 p.m. This fast paced class gives an all-around great workout. Instructor, Mary Fuller Chi Gong: Fridays at 8:30 a.m. A gentle, low-impact, standing or seated class focusing on flexibility, balance, healing and pain management. Chi Gong is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. Instructor, Mary Ellen Mullins.

Cardio Combo: Fridays at 9:45 a.m. Quicker pace and more aerobics. Instructor, Mary Fuller.

Line Dancing: Fridays at 1 p.m. This class is a great workout while having a lot of fun.

Appropriate for beginner to advanced dancers.

Instructor, Jim Gregory.

Peak: Sundays at 7:30 a.m. Vigorous aerobics and weights. With Jennifer Dzielak.

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back living in Canton, where three more children were born, Rosalia 1843, delbert 1845 and stelle delia 1849.

Myron was working as a wheelwright CAROL LAUN and tanner.

Granby Land Records show that Myron Archivist, Salmon Brook Historical Society had returned to ranby by 1851, when he bought the Benjamin Hayes estate in West Granby, from the heirs. Myron’s occupation changed through the years. In Many Graham family burials are in the The Salmon Brook Historical Soci1850, he was a wheelwright and tanner, North Canton Cemetery. ety recently received several boxes of the 1860 census called Myron a farmer, The eldest son, Nelson, was married family documents collected by the late but when he died in 1868, his profession and had three children, but by 1860 he Carol Guy Barnes. They were saved and was Attorney-at-Law. was without family and working as a donated by a cousin, Thomas Forsyth, Granby Town Records indicate that after the death of Carol’s husband, Myron was very involved in town govByron “Biker” Barnes. ernment.

The many letters he received The documents, from the 1840s provide ample proof of the broad scope through WWII, cover several genof his activities. s early as 1852, he was erations of the Graham and Guy on the Board of Assessors.

For the next families of West Granby. They 16 years, he held a variety of offices, were not Granby natives and there many of them multiple times.

He was a was only one Graham family and Wood Measurer and Gauger (to ensure one Guy family in town. However, proper measurements of items sold), these faded letters, deeds, awards Tythingman (to enforce observance of and other papers, allow a look into the abbath), rand Juror, egistrar the life of Myron Graham, Esq. town clerk), Justice of the eace and The earliest ancestor, Henry long-time member of the Board of Graham, was in Hartford in 1661.

The General Store was located on the corner of Simsbury Education.

Graham is sometimes spelled Road and West Granby Road. Submitted photo Multiple occupations were not rare Grihms or Grimes in early refor men in the mid-nineteenth century. farm laborer in West Granby. His wife cords. As in most early families, sons However, even the limited samples of and son are buried in North Canton Cemand grandsons moved to other towns in Myron’s letters reveal that he was defietery. His two daughters may have been search of land. By the fourth generation, nitely a multi-tasker.

He was a farmer, raised by other family members. three brothers, Isaac, Daniel and Elisha planting and harvesting crops; he had Myron William Graham, the youngGraham, had moved to West Simsbury, a business partnership, Fancher and est son, was living with his parents in in an area that later became North CanGraham, making carriage wheels; also anton in 18 0, age 17. efore 18 7, he ton. Daniel moved from Wintonbury Higley and Graham for legal matters; he had moved to West Granby, courted and loomfield) to est imsbury in 1756. served as a Judge for local lawsuits hired married Gunelda Higley, daughter of Asa He farmed the land, married three times teachers and ordered books for West Higley. The Granby census for Myron and raised at least seven and possibly Granby schools; invested in western Graham in 1840, lists two sons under the nine children. lands; was asked to prosecute criminals; age of five with the young couple. The The seventh child of Daniel Graham lent and borrowed money; administered boys were Oscar age 2 and probably an and his third wife, widow Anna (Robestates for the robate ourt and in his infant born around 1840. An unnamed erts) dams, was rastus, born around spare time he sold subscriptions to the child of Myron and Gunelda was buried 1780. e married ilpah oby and they New York Tribune. in orth anton in 1845. Myron may had three sons, Erastus Nelson (called Business Letters have been struggling financially, because elson) born 1806, illiam . born 1809 Business in the 1800s was mostly on he received a tax abatement in 1840 of and died age 1 year 7 months, and Myron credit.

Hard cash was a rare commodity.

80 cents.

William born 1812. Census records from y 1850, Myron and unelda were 1810 to 1840 show Erastus in Canton.

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Snoring is the sound that the soft tissues in your mouth and throat make as air passes through them, causing them to vibrate. When you’re awake, the muscles surrounding these structures keep the air passage open. But when you’re asleep, these same muscles relax, allowing your lower jaw and tongue to drop back and partially block the opening of your airway.

Many factors affect why people snore, including excess bodyweight, drug and alcohol use, congestion, swollen tonsils, and aging. Heavy snoring and delayed breathing of ten seconds or more may be caused by a more serious condition called sleep apnea.

Sleep apnea is a far more serious condition. It occurs when the airway is completely blocked by the soft tissues in the back of the throat. When the airway is obstructed to such a degree, less oxygen reaches the blood and the brain.

In response, the brain gives the “red alert” signal to the airway to unblock itself by tightening up. This causes the individual to gasp or snort abruptly, restoring breathing to normal. The cycle repeats itself throughout the night, disrupting sleep and leaving the individual exhausted after a night of on-again, off-again sleep. The condition can also cause headaches, moodiness, daytime sleepiness, and an inability to function properly. Sleep Apnea is also linked to strokes, hypertension and even sudden death syndrome.

Treatment options for sleep apnea vary with the most common physician recommended treatment being a CPAP mask. However, many people cannot tolerate the mask. o t r i a c to fit co orta intraora a t rnati It basically is a set of mouthguards that help to reposition the jaw, tongue, soft palate and nasal passages to improve air o i ping These appliances can be adjusted to allow you to stop snoring and feel better in the morning and throughout the day. They are typically as easy to wear as most retainers or other removable dental appliances. confir iagno i ro a p icin p cia i t i required before any treatment can be administered. Because sleep apnea can be a silent condition, it can go undiagnosed for many years. It is important to keep an open and honest dialog with health care professionals to ensure t at con ition c a p apn a can i ntifi an properly treated.

If you or someone you love has a CPAP that he/she does not like, or simply can not tolerate wearing it, call for a contation to i o can n fit ro an ora app ianc The doctors and staff of the Granby Dental Center invite you to see all of the new and exciting advances in modern nti tr at o r o fic a r can i inat t n or injections and the sound of the drill! CEREC CAD-CAM technology allows us to make crowns and onlays in just one visit without the impressions or temporaries! Cone Beam CT imaging allows us to view images in 3D!, enabling more accurate diagnosis, including your Airway. INVISALIGN lets you straighten your teeth without braces—we are your Invisalign connection!

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June 2019

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Animal Talk Dr. John Violette, DVM

Feline urinary crystals Crystals in your cat’s urine is not normal and can be very painful. They can lead to bladder stones and the possibility of eventual urinary obstruction.

It is a good indication there is a problem if your cat is spending more time in the box straining to urinate or actually urinating outside the box. It is important to have your veterinarian collect a urine sample and analy e the sample under a microscope. The best way to obtain a pure sample is by cystocentesis—using a needle to draw a sample directly from the bladder.

There are two common urinary crystals: struvite and calcium oxalate. Struvites are composed of magnesium ammonium phosphate and form in alkaline urine.

Oxalate crystals form in acid urine. So you can see that regulating the pH of the urine is very important. The easiest and most effective way to maintain proper pH levels is by feeding medicated diets.

There are three veterinary diets that are low in the nutrients that cause the crystals and stones) and promote a healthy urine p . These are: ill’s c d, urina U , and Royal Canin SO. All three of these diets

Footnotes cont’d. from p.30 Farmers could not pay their bills until their crops were sold. Many of the letters to Myron illustrate his attempts to collect money owed to him. n 185 , Thomas . a en of ew artford sent a 15 partial payment for a set of wheels, although “the last set of wheels which you built me, I did not think very favorably of them.” Instead of paying the balance due, a en sent another letter suggesting that Myron collect it from Marcus Edgerton, who owed 25 to a en. ylvester Judd of orth anton sent four letters to Myron in 1855. very letter contained elaborate reasons why he hadn’t paid and fervent promises to pay—eventually.

February 1855 had the promise of some money last month for you but didn’t get it. I have not sold my potatoes or corn as I expected. I shall come to see you as soon as I can get money to pay part of all I owe you.”

June 1855 got some money last week and expected to have started for Hadley for eels this morning and stop and pay you some, but my hired hand went off

and I had to pay him.” n eptember 1855, ylvester was told that Myron was going west in the fall and wanted his money. gain, Judd had to harvest and sell his crop first.

The bill was still not paid in November because of some deal with the Collinsville Savings Bank that didn’t work out.

“I shall get it as soon as I can.”

Another debtor skipped town and Myron had a petition issued for his arrest. C. T. King wrote from Titusville, a., where oil had recently been discovered.

“As I was getting into a great deal of trouble, I thought that the best thing that I could do was to get away as soon as I could and give up the idea of getting a bill this fall, so I wish that you would withdraw that petition and make out our bill and send it to me and I will forward you the money by the ne t mail. erhaps you may think that I want to cheat you out of your pay by my coming out here, but that is not so. I can and will pay you.

I am at work and getting good pay. They have struck a new well here which flows 3000 barrels per day.” (to be continued)

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are available in canned and dry formulas.

One HiIl’s study showed that feeding c/d lowers the recurrence of crystals in 89 percent of cat’s with urinary signs. The so-called urinary health diets in the stores will not protect your cat. The medicated diets are prescription only.

Another way to prevent crystals is to provide plenty of fresh water for your cats. Cat’s prefer fresh, clean, cool water and some enjoy water fountains or a slow flowing faucet. dding water to the food is also helpful. Feeding more canned food is also a good idea to increase moisture in the diet. You may observe more volume and frequency of urination by increasing the water intake. That’s fine as long as the kitty isn’t straining with minimal output.

If a cat is obstructed, it is usually a male and will show the following signs:

spending more time in litter with just a few drops of urine; no appetite at all; crying loudly when picked up under the abdomen.

This condition is a medical emergency that requires an immediate trip to the veterinary hospital to relieve the obstruction. The veterinarian will do a full work-up: x-ray the bladder to check for bladder stones, bloodwork for kidney function and electrolytes, and a urinalysis. Sedation to place a urinary catheter will ultimately save the cat’s life. Some cats require surgery to remove the bladder stones. The severe cases reblock and can require additional surgery to widely open the urethra. The best idea is to have your cat promptly evaluated to treat urinary tract issues and prevent unhappy outcomes for everyone.

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