Granby Drummer | September 2022 by Granby Drummer

The following are the results for U.S. Senator: Leora R. Levy: 319; Themis Klarides: 239; Peter Lumaj: 46

Democratic and Republican voters in Granby voted in their party’s primaries on Aug. 9. Of the 2,428 registered Democrats, 481 (19.8 percent) voted.

Currently, Aquarion customers living in 13 towns are under a mandatory, twiceweekly irrigation schedule until October 31. Aquarion customers in the Fairfield County towns of Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Newtown, Stamford and Westport; the Hartford County towns of East Granby, Granby and Simsbury; and the New London County towns of Groton, Mystic and Stonington should continue following the mandatory, twice-weekly sprinkler irrigation schedule.

Drought conditions warrant continued water conservation

Making progress with the Strategic Plan

• Homes or businesses with an even number in the street address: water only on Sunday and Wednesday, between 12:01 a.m. and 10 a.m., or between 6 p.m. and midnight.

Chapple is new member of Board of Selectmen Margaret (Peggy) Chapple was sworn in by First Selectman Mark Fiorentino on July 14 to complete the term of retired board member Sally King. Photo by Shirley Murtha

BOS approves use of ARPA funds

The following are the results for Secretary of State: Dominic Rapini: 326; Terrie E. Wood: 251

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AUGUST 9 PRIMARY RESULTS

By Shirley Murtha

The Board of Selectmen has gone to great lengths to ensure that all residents have had their say about the Strategic Plan that will eventually enumerate the values most important to the community to improve life in our town. Beginning in the early spring, the first step was having each of Granby’s boards and commissions identify two or three objectives specific to its area of exper tise. When all of these were submitted, a representative of each organization was asked to present its ideas at one of the Board of Selectmen meetings in August. Members of the BOS discussed and asked questions regarding the objec tives, after which residents present at the meetings, as well as residents following from home on Zoom, were allowed to do the same. There is also a dedicated email address (strategicplan@granby-ct. gov) where residents can comment on theFirstobjectives.Selectman Mark Fiorentino opened the Aug. 1 meeting by thanking everyone for their participation in this process and asked for continued patience as it slowly plays itself out. He noted that the process and final product may not be perfect, but its great value is that all residents who wish can be involved.

Maureen Eberly spoke to the vo cabulary being used inconsistently. In Fiorentino’s view, the difference between goals and objectives as used in the stra tegic plan is as follows: goals are quite general; objectives have a measurable outcome. The first phase of the plan was gathering submission of ideas; in the second phase, the measurable steps to achieve each goal (the objectives) would be identified. The third phase will be a final public session when board members, submitters and the general public can make further comments and/ orDuringsuggestions.theAug. 1 meeting, the goals of the following were heard: Board of Fi nance, the Agriculture Commission, the Conservation Commission, the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Develop ment Commission, the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission, and the Commission on Aging. During the Aug. 15 meeting, the fol lowing boards were heard: Library, Youth Services, Park and Recreation, and Education. As was hoped by Fiorentino and Town Manager Erica Robertson, once all the goals were discussed, it was clear that there were many overarching commonalities. This will make it easier when assigning priorities.

Connecticut has experienced lower than normal rainfall, with rain amounts totaling an estimated one inch, com pared to four inches of rain which would typically fall in this time period. Lower rainfall, combined with high water de mand, has led the State of Connecticut’s lnteragency Drought Working Group to declare that all eight counties in the state are experiencing Stage 2 drought conditions. These conditions can lead to a drought event and can impact water sup plies, agriculture and the environment. In light of these conditions, Aquarion Water Company is reminding residents of the importance of water conservation.

• Homes or business with an odd num ber in the street address: water only on Saturday and Tuesday, between 12:01 a.m. and 10 a.m., or between 6 p.m. and midnight.•Homes or businesses with no num ber in the street address: water only on Sunday and Wednesday, between 12:01 a.m. and 10 a.m., or between 6 p.m. and midnight.Allother Connecticut residents and businesses are encouraged to voluntarily follow this schedule as an easy way to conserve water.

At its Aug. 15 meeting, the Granby Board of Selectmen approved the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for ventilation improvements at Wells Road School and ventilation and air condi tioning at Granby Memorial High School. Signed into law in March 2021, the act provides funding for state and local governments to “mitigate the health and economic impacts of Covid-19.” The specific types of uses for Granby’s over $3 million were described in an article in the July/August issue of the Drummer. Gran by’s Project Priority list of May 4, 2022 was approved at an earlier BOS meeting, with the first item being the HVAC work at the schools. There was no objection to beginning this work. Superintendent Jordan Grossman noted that he occasion ally had to send students home when the classrooms became too hot. Air conditioning may be added to the ventilation ductwork improvements at Wells Road at a future date if so desired. Currently, re-configuration is ongoing at the high school, involving the cafeteria, special education space, choral space and vocational technical education area, so it is an ideal time to make the HVAC im provements. The air conditioning will be installed in areas that lack windows, and where large groups of students congregate. These HVAC projects have gone out to bid. The contract will be awarded by the Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG). The search is being managed for the CCROG by Gordian, using ezIQC, a program that provides construction cost data. Grossman and BOE business manager Anna Robbins reported that the BOE has successfully used this program for many of its building projects.

The following are the results for Secretary of State: Stephanie Thomas: 372; Maritza Bond: 98 The following are the results for StateTreasurer: Erick Russell: 244; Dita Bhargava: 140; Karen Dubois-Walton: 88 Of the 2,402 registered Republicans, 604 (25.1 percent) voted.

• Preserve a strong financial position as overseers of the fiscal management of the Town of Granby and its balance sheet while endeavoring to meet near-term and long-term needs, both operating and capital.

For the Agricultural Commission Heather Lombardo presented the current goals/ objectives:•Rightto Farm Ordinance be adopted by Town leaders and recognize that our rural agricultural community is of high value. The Town Farm Ordinance would echo Connecticut’s Right to Farm law that aims to protect farms and agricultural operations from nuisance lawsuits when they are operating with generally accepted and standard farming practices. When it is increasingly difficult for farmers to keep their land in agriculture, it is imperative that local government demonstrate support for farmers by keeping land viable and in use for agricultural purposes for years to come.

For the Conservation Commission , Melinda Gould presented its current goals/ objectives:•TheTown of Granby shall achieve Sustainable CT Bronze Certification by the spring of 2023.

• Promote efforts to grow the commercial segment of the Grand List to 10 percent as targeted within the Plan of Development.

For the Planning and Zoning Commission, Mark Lockwood presented goals and objectives:

Note: For minutes of the June 6, June 20 and July 14 Board of Selectmen meetings, visit: granby-ct.gov/node/115/ minutes/2022

AUGUST 1, 2022 PUBLIC HEARING

First Selectman Mark Fiorentino, called the Public Hearing to order at 6:45 p.m. to receive citizen input on the proposed amendments to Chapter 144, Solid Waste Ordinance. Town Manager Erica P. Robertson explained that proposed changes to clean up old language and codify some changes would make the ordinance more flexible for any future changes. There was no public comment before the hearing, and Fiorentino closed the Public Hearing at 6:49 pm.

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• Permanent Preservation of Holcomb Farm because prime land soils are rapidly disappearing in Connecticut. If the Holcomb property, a model of farming sustainability and preservation were developed, prime farmland and piece of history will be lost forever. A conservation easement for Holcomb Farm ensures the intentions of its original owners that it permanently remain farmland even as town management and board membership change.

• Promote additional commercial and industrial opportunities where appropriate and in a manner that fulfills Granby’s Ten-Year Vision including uses that are responsive to changes in market: Transitional Industrial and Economic Development Zone revisions and Home Occupation revisions (Zoning Regulation Changes). Design criteria to avoid strip developments (Zoning Regulation change). Promote the construction of commercial projects to have commercial developments make up 10 percent of the Town’s total Grand list. Consider an extension of the existing sewer lines where such extensions will encourage new commercial uses or provide for commercial expansion. Study benefits of adopting a Tax Increment Financing strategy.•Develop and implement policies and practices that ensure streets are safe for all users. This could include pursuing opportunities to provide bike paths/lanes. Create inventory of roads and intersections that are deficient in safety/ design and prepare long-range plan for their improvement. Make improvements when reconstructing roads to account for pedestrians and bicyclists. Develop a system of central parking areas and user-friendly sidewalks that include landscaping and benches to encourage

For the Board of Finance , Chairman Michael Guarco presented the current goals/ objectives:

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• Pursue the enhancement of Granby Center through streetscape and landscape improvements, additional residential opportunities, beautification of existing buildings, increased connectivity, and promoting a mix of uses including sidewalk and crosswalk improvements. Uniform sidewalk lighting, planter boxes, benches, etc. Study and plan for Town Green area. Mix of housing options (Zoning Regulation changes). Mixed uses (Zoning Regulations change). Facade improvement program. Work to increase the number of special events within the center.

Susan Regan, 62 Hungary Road, inquired what the specific strategy would be to meet goals and believes that the Town needs to focus more on revenue efforts and less on spending. Regan went on to explain that the Town should review how many assets it has. She is concerned about how much the Town depends on residential taxes.

In section §144-16 (Residential Refuse Collection Policy), Fiorentino inquired who decided on the residential refuse collection policy and who would be responsible for deeming items as acceptable or not. Robertson explained that the State of Connecticut and the vendor would decide when items listed as recyclable, or items deemed unacceptable would be collected or not.

Present: Mark Fiorentino, Frederick Moffa, Mark Neumann, Kelly Rome, Town Manager Erica Robertson, Director of Finance Kimi Cheng, and Public Works Director Kirk Severance. Public Session Maureen Eberly, 37 Silkey Road, expressed concern for the consistency of various boards and commissions’ goals and objectives. She requested that each board and commission submit goals and objects that are consistent and measurable. Eberly added that the Planning & Zoning Commission had submitted goals that included roundabouts and industry and she would like to see P&Z become more of an advisory board. Appointments Fiorentino announced vacancies on the Lower Farmington River and Salmon Brook Wild and Scenic Committee for an Alternate, and one on Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission. Interested parties should reach out as soon as possible.

In section §144-2 (Operations) Section D, “dumping area” should be changed to “transfer station.”Insection §144-4 (Definitions), as there were currently no definitions Fiorentino inquired whether that section should be removed.

In section §144-11 (Penalties for offenses), Fiorentino noted that throughout the document added footnotes don’t seem to serve a particular purpose. He inquired if they should be removed.

AUGUST 1, 2022

Consideration of Changes to Chapter #144, Solid Waste Ordinance Fiorentino spoke of the proposed technical changes that BOS has recommended. Neumann believes these are necessary changes and inquired about the plan going forward. Robertson explained they are a part of a larger conversation taking place across the State, and the recommended changes were just the first step. Fiorentino would like to make the following additional amendments:

Board and Commission Strategic Plan Discussions Fiorentino thanked members of the boards and commissions for their help with the Strategic Plan and reminded the public that the Strategic Plan would be a process, and nothing discussed at this meeting was a final decision. He explained that the board and then the public would be invited to ask questions and make comments after each presenter.

• Maintain a reasonable stability in the scope of operations, the expense of those operations, and their cost to the taxpayers to efficiently deliver critical and basic municipal and educational services to Granby residents.

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The board approved the proposed amendments to Ordinance 144, Solid Waste, as amended on August 1, 2022, with the addition of changing the words “dumping area” to “transfer station” in section §144-2 (Operation).

MeasurablePopulation/Outcomes:demographic data. School programming information. Housing data/construction information Marketing plan.

• Encourage and promote ecologically sound development practices.

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BOS Highlights cont’d. on p. 6

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Measurable Outcomes: Grants for streetscape improvements. Funding allocation for Town Green design firm and design plan outcome. Zoning Regulation changes. Housing data. Number of events held in the area. For the Inland and Wetlands Commission, David Tolli presented the current goals/ objectives:

Nov. 4, sponsored by Channel 8 Mark your calendars. More details in the October issue. pedestrian traffic and reduce vehicular movements. Curb extensions, roundabouts, landscaped median strips, pavement treatments, and increased roadside vegetation should be explored to increase speed and improve the aesthetics of the residential environment. Require the construction of sidewalks when commercial and multifamily developments are approved (Zoning Regulation change).

• Provide education to the public to create better understanding of the functions and values of the wetlands, watercourses, and watershed, and associated regulatory processes. For the Commission on Aging , Jean Donihee-Perron presented the current goals/ objectives:•Tosecure additional space for senior activities, services, and resources.

Town Managers Report Robertson reported the Radio Communications Project committee has created bid specifications that will be ready shortly. She said that consulting engineers are working with the State to conduct some value engineering for the Moosehorn bridge project and the remaining two bonded bridge projects, Donahue, and Simsbury Road will be 100 percent covered by State and Federal programs. The Department of Public Works’ summer road maintenance projects are moving ahead and a significant amount of time was spent preparing Loomis Street and sections of Kelly Lane and Quarry Road for paving.

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Lisa Gray, 542 Hopmeadow St #184, Simsbury, executive director and founder of the non-profit “A Promise to Jordan”, spoke to members about raising awareness of substance abuse and that the organization is beginning to conduct a study of Granby. Gray further explained that it is in the process of setting up focus groups to learn about substance abuse in Granby.

Bill Regan, 62 Hungary Road, inquired about the plan of conservation development and expressed concern about how the economy has affected residents; more residents seem to be in foodbank lines. He indicated that the Town should be digging a little deeper to help the residents. Regan also addressed the proficiency scores in writing and math as indicated by the Board of Education.

When Sandy Flagg, director of Waste Not Want Not Community Kitchen, discovered that one of its commercial freezers had died, Flagg’s first thought was to contact the Granby Lions. She is familiar with the Lions because several Granby Lions volunteer time each week to Waste Not Want Not. In addition, the Granby Lions have provided food dona tions and previously funded the purchase of an industrial stove. Within 48 hours of

Susan Regan, 62 Hungary Road, talked about the plan of conservation development and finding new ways to increase revenue for the Town.

For the Development Commission , Martin Schwager presented the current goals/ objectives:•Enhanced opportunities to build on Granby values to foster a community that attracts young people and families and where current residents can remain in Town. This may include focusing on school curriculum that strives to offer both a four-year college preparatory track and technical/ vocational learning opportunities. Provide a variety of housing options at varying price points to best meet the needs of both current and future residents. This would allow current residents to age in place and newcomers to find housing that fits their lifestyle and needs. Develop a marketing plan to promote Granby assets and what makes this community special, including regional proximity; our open spaces; recreational opportunities; high-quality school system; agricultural base and opportunities; regional industries and businesses; and regional cultural, historical, and entertainment venues.

BOS Highlights cont’d. from p. 2

From left, Lion Steve Miltimore, Lion SubmittedKlynnMargeFlagg,Klotzman,TreasurerSpatcher,PresidentKlotzman,DeborahLionJohnLionDrakeSandyLionFiore,LionMatthews.photo being contacted by Flagg, the Granby Li ons approved funding for a replacement freezer costing $2,800. Waste Not Want Not, based out of the South Congregational Church, is a 501(c) (3) organization that is in its 12th year of serving the Granby community. Each Wednesday the all-volunteer staff serves 350 meals and distributes over 5,000 pounds of food.

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• Continue the improvement and enhancement of Granby Center. This may include: Pursue streetscape improvements to create a cohesive environment in Granby Center. Hire a firm to assess the Town Green and propose a design plan for the area. Evaluate the Zoning Regulations to allow additional uses to the mix uses. Provide additional housing opportunities in the Town Center area, including improvements to existing properties. Partner with local businesses to promote branding of the area. Seek opportunities to host events in the Granby Center area-programming opportunities for the Town Green, farmer’s artisan market, holiday events, and recognitions, etc.

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• Protect, preserve, and enhance wetlands and watercourses to ensure these resources provide essential functions and values to the citizens of the Town.

Present: Mark Fiorentino, Frederick Moffa, Mark Neumann, Kelly Rome, Margaret Chapple; also, Town Manager Erica Robertson and Director of Finance Kimi Cheng. Fiorentino introduced Chapple as a new member of the board. Public session Maureen Eberly, 37 Silkey Road, inquired about the HVAC and whether the entire project has gone out to bid.

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Kim and I have had many discussions revolving around health care. As a local healthcare provider, I see the battle day after day with poor coverage. Average people see their costs going up as their Letters cont’d. on p. 5

I am writing to endorse Kim Becker for the 62nd State House election on Nov. 8. I have known Kim for a number of years and I can assure you her qualifica tions and compassion make her the best choice. She will be an excellent Repre sentative for all who live in Granby and the 62nd district.

McCue—for their total involvement throughout June and July in sorting and selling items for the sale. In addition to the board, there were members of Cossitt Library Board, relatives of our board, and the entire library staff who also provided support. Thanks to all the remaining volunteers for their help. We also extend our thanks to our sponsors Beman True Value Hardware, Windsor Federal Savings Bank, Judy Guarco (Realtor for BHHS New Eng land Properties), Granby Dental Center, Paine’s, and Wine Etc. We are grateful for the help and support of the Granby Recreation Department and the Department of Public Works as we faced the challenges of change. Last, but not least, we are grateful to all who attended this successful event.

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Every state in America should follow the lead of California that recently al located $5 million to support research and development of plant-based and cultivated meats. For those who don’t know, cultivated meat is grown livestock cells, without slaughter. It’s better for the environment, public health and animal welfare.Cultivated meat requires a fraction of the greenhouse-gas emissions that rais ing livestock does. It eliminates the risk of zoonotic diseases making the jump to humans. And obviously it avoids all the cruelties of factory farming—the battery cages, gestation crates and transportation trucks. Voters who want to create a more sustainable, healthy and compassion ate food system should urge their state representatives to make investments like California did. If you would like to get involved in a campaign to advance cellular agriculture through the political process, please visit SlaughterFreeAm erica.Substack.com Jon Hochschartner

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Del Shilkret, FOGPL President Ambulance fees Katherine Coupe’s letter to the editor in the July/August 2022 issue was well written and made clear the subject at hand. It doesn’t in any way change my view on the subject. As folks like me get older, we have a tendency to experience more falls that don’t require medical attention, just a strong arm or two to help us up. I don’t care what the state approved—it just seems outrageous to charge $228 to help someone get up. In my case, the number is just $40 shy of what my monthly car lease payments are and I get to drive the car a whole month.

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I soon learned that when Kim takes on a task, she doesn’t do it half-way. Since then, Kim has chaired the Granby Education Foundation, joined the Granby Ambulance board, and been appointed to the Commission on Aging.

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The Friends of the Granby Public Li brary (FOGPL) held its 39th Used Book Sale during the last weekend of July. The results show that we have raised more than $13,725 at this point with additional fundsWithdue.the sale moved from September to July due to scheduling needs, there were many changes that had to occur to allow us to have a successful sale. We consolidated the collection of donations to one location, were able to use the main room in the Holcomb Farm Barn for not only the sale but also the sorting process, and greatly reduced the number and amount of time we moved cartons from one location to another. Having more space to sort, and in air-conditioned space, sure helped! Our concerns about the availability of volunteers and customers during the summer months turned out not an issue. We had a high number of volunteers to assist throughout and a record number of customers each day of the sale.

I first met Kim when she was volun teering for the Drummer and writing monthly articles about the Board of Edu cation, where I was serving. Kim came to every meeting, asked great questions, and wrote helpful, insightful articles. She took this volunteer job very seriously.

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Kim has put all of her energy into making Granby a better, more afford able, more enjoyable town. When she’s elected, Kim’s top priorities are to sup port our rural towns in ways that make them a great place to raise kids. She wants to dig into the education costshare formula to help relieve rural towns like Granby of the tax burden; she will work to fund schools appropriately in small rural towns that don’t have a big tax base. She will also work to help our small farms thrive. We need a strong voice in the State legislature. We need a person who has demonstrated her commitment to Granby, someone who will speak up for our farms and schools. That person is Kim Becker. I hope you will join me in voting for Kim on Nov. 8.

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On Nov. 8 Granby voters can choose to send a woman with a strong voice and a demonstrated commitment to serving our town to represent us in the general assembly. Kim Becker is my neighbor and friend and I wholeheartedly endorse her in the race for the 62nd State Repre sentative District.

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Kim is willing to put the work in—I wouldn’t endorse her otherwise. If you are undecided, I highly recommend you reach out to her as she’s extremely ap proachable and eager to meet residents. You can reach her at KimBeckerforCT. com Jill Small Support for Anderson Mark Anderson, our state representa tive of the 62nd district, phenomenally leads our state by representing “We the People” through his advocacy for an affordable Connecticut and less gov ernmental control on the people. He has fought and will continue fighting for safety in our communities, less tax and spending, parents’ choice, and our overall freedom to make decisions on our own. Mark will always reflect on our Consti tution when decisions in the legislature arise, and he will tirelessly advocate for liberty in Connecticut. It is a pleasure assisting Mark in his campaigning. He is a reliable and knowl edgeable source when issues arise. We can always count on him to get the job done and to happily respond to our ques tions and concerns that may come about as Connecticut residents. Mark is a true patriot and will always fight for Con necticut. Please vote for Mark Anderson to serve again as our state representative. Mary Anderson (not related to Mark)

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This Nov. 8, Granby voters have the chance to elect state leaders who are intouch with the real concerns faced today by our families, businesses, and farms. We are affected by national issues, but also face challenges uniquely specific to ruralSincecommunities.committing to running for State Representative for the 62nd district, Kim Becker hasn’t stopped knocking on doors, asking for meetings, centering her work around the real concerns of real people. As the Chairperson of the Granby Agricultural Commission, Kim has sought me out to discuss our local farms, the challenge of keeping our farmlands in agriculture and the critical importance of supporting our farmers. Kim has expressed her commitment to our agricultural community and will work with state legislators to find new ways to ease the burdens on farmers and help keep their land in agricultural use for generations to come. While voters traditionally turn out at a lower rate for midterms, it’s important to remember, state legislators directly impact our day to day lives. It is crucial now, more than ever, to vote and elect representatives at the state level who are committed to being authentic voices for our community and who will reject irrational ideologies and disconnected rhetoric. This Nov. 8, please join me in voting for Kim Becker for State Repre sentative for the 62nd District. Heather Lombardo I am writing today to endorse Kim Becker, candidate for State Represen tative for the 62nd District (Granby, Hartland, Barkhamsted and New Hart ford). Kim’s name may be familiar to you as she’s raised her family in Granby and volunteered countless hours on various town boards, committees and within the schools. I’ve been very impressed with the dedication that Kim has shown in getting to know the issues that face resi dents, including directly reaching out to over 3,600 residents already. She’s com mitted to fighting for our small towns by working towards keeping our farmland open, our property taxes low and making sure that both children and seniors have the right tools to succeed.

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Mark Anderson has been our District Representative for about year. Within that year, I can say without a doubt he is down to earth. More so than most members of our current state govern ment. Mark will not hesitate to answer questions from those he represents. Mark is always willing to do what he can to learn more about an issue facing the community. And how he can solve the issue to the best of his ability. Mark is not a carrier politician. Mark is an everyday man who cares deeply for his community and those he represents! And in today’s day and time we need that more than anything. Robert Flanigan Although I have been a Granby resident for only five years, I have had a most rewarding experience in communicating with my District 62 State Representative, MarkSinceAnderson.Mark’sinitial election in 2020, I have contacted him on several occasions and he has always been responsive and timely with answers to my questions con cerning current legislative issues before the State Legislature. His answers are complete and thoughtful and always pro vided me with confidence that his support of issues important to me are the ones he votes for. I have also known Mark outside of his elected office. We are both veterans and often share military stories about our own personal experiences. I am looking forward to voting for Mark again this November and count on him to continue to represent my conservative views in the Legislature. Robert Moss I’m writing to voice my support for Mark Anderson for state representative. I have spoken with and met Representa tive Anderson on several occasions. He is extremely responsive to his constituents and makes it a point to respond quickly. Unfortunately, the Republicans are in the minority in Hartford. However, Rep. Anderson has gone on record requesting an end to the governor’s continued state

Personally, based on her opponent’s voting record as State Representative, I feel that Kim will do a better job rep resenting ALL residents, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, etc. Our current State Representative voted NO to legislation that provides equal treat ment under the law to children born to same-sex couples (CT Parentage Act). He was the ONLY legislator in the house or senate to vote no. In addition, he also voted NO (1 of 10 no votes) to expand ing mental health services in schools (S.B. 0001).

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RememberedAlways When SPC Ricky Emmons lost his life in the Afghanistan conflict, friends donated a bench in his honor that was installed on the Granby town green. With the recent road widing project, the bench was moved to a safer spot in front of Grass Roots Ice Cream. Never forget.

insurance covers less and less. Kim has assured me she will be up to the chal lenge of fighting the special interests that continue to corporatize and monetize our healthcare system. Kim will work to ensure that ALL individuals will have access to affordable, quality healthcare. She understands that high-cost health care is harmful to both businesses and people. Our economy, and our lives, will get better if healthcare costs are reduced. I am confident that Kim will be a strong voice for the four small towns that make up the 62nd. She will keep advocating for ALL the residents in our communities. Please join me in voting for Kim Becker on Nov. 8. Dr. Frederick Moffa Please join me in voting for Kim Beck er for State Representative in the 62nd District. Kim is a strong and energetic leader who understands that small towns like Granby deserve attention, not just big cities, when it comes to state support. She will connect with other small-town districts to look for ways to improve services and support residents and she is willing to work with colleagues from across the aisle. She is a committed volunteer who gives of her time generously for the good of Granby. I have worked with Kim for many years on the Granby Education Foundation board where she serves as chairperson. She leads the GEF mission to fund educational projects at Granby Public Schools and at local nonprofits like Granby Racial Reconciliation, South Congregational Church, and Holcomb Farm. She oversaw the $100,000+ invest ment in the new TV studio at the high school, a program that will give GMHS students opportunities commonly only available at larger schools. Kim is dedicated and hardworking and will serve to get the best for Granby, Barkhamsted and New Hartford. She has been out talking to voters all summer, getting to know what issues are important and learning what voters want from their state government. She truly enjoys these one-on-one dialogues and will continue to be an accessible and helpful partner to everyone in the district when she wins in November.Kimisthe best candidate for State Rep resentative. She is the moderate voice that this district needs and deserves. A vote for Kim Becker on Nov. 8 is a vote for a responsible representative who will help our small towns maintain their rural qualities while working to support our residents. She is the best choice.

• Provide education and improve awareness with the community relating to prevalent topics that impact our youth today.

Consideration of Election of Vice Chairman

Presenting for Park and Rec Commission, Suzanne Yucha presented its goals/objections:

Consideration of Celebrate the Valley Request-Approval of Use of Alcohol Robertson addressed the board on behalf of the Simsbury/Granby Chamber of Commerce. Sally Rider, chairperson for Celebrate the Valley, requests permission for the sale of alcohol at its event on Sept. 22 – 24, with Zen Catering and Thomas Hooker Brewery providing catering services with alcohol at Salmon Brook Park. Rider is taking all necessary steps to ensure that State laws relating to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages will be strictly followed and the alcohol will be in a fenced-in area. The board authorized the Simsbury/Granby Chamber of Commerce’s request for the sale of alcohol at Celebrate the Valley on Sept. 22– 24, at Salmon Brook Park.

Appointments Fiorentino informed members of the board that there is a vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission due to the resignation of Margaret Chapple.Matthew Peters (D) was appointed a member of the Planning & Zoning Commission for a term ending Nov. 7, 2023.

• Development of 10-year capital improvement plan aligned with priorities based on the voice of Granby and non-resident patrons.

Consideration of Use of ARPA Funds for HVAC Anna Robbins, speaking on behalf of the Board of Education, explained the request to advance the HVAC projects at the Granby Memorial High School and Wells Road school. Robbins explained that these requests are #1 and #5 in the ARPA listing projects. The original estimate was a combined cost of $1,025,000, however, the current estimate is $1,135,166, or an additional $110,166. Robbins explained that the scope of the GMHS HVAC project would deliver air conditioning to the Technical Education, Culinary Arts, Choral Instruction, Band and Instruction classrooms as well to the cafeteria and kitchen. Robbins specified that, currently, the media center is the only large instructional space with airRobbinsconditioning.explained the request for ARPA funds for the Wells Road Intermediate School HVAC project and informed members that there is currently no HVAC in the oldest part of Wells Road School. Introducing fresh air and monitoring air quality in schools is a contemporary professional standard that is currently not being met in these areas.

• Pursuit of capital funding allocations from the Town or alternative funding sources (grants).

First Selectman Report Fiorentino thanked members of the men’s and women’s breakfast groups for hosting the BBQ. He also said that many good and qualified candidates have expressed interest in serving on the Charter Revision committee.

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The board authorized the Town Manager to expend funds for #1, GMHS HVAC, and #5, Wells Rd HVAC, on the ARPA project list for a total of $1,135,166.

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Maryann Garbeck, age 81 of Granby, formerly of Manchester and Hartford, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 19 with her family by her side. She was a graduate of Hartford Public High School, began her career at Travel ers and soon after accepted opportunities as a lead teller for several banking offan,Yankeeplayer,anShesimpleMaryanninstitutions.likedthethingsinlife!wasknownasavidbowler,bingoaNewYorkandUCONNatop-notchbakerhomemadeItalian cookies and her famous pepperoni bread, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her mother Mary Nogas and her husband Michael P. Garbeck Sr. Michael was the love of her life and they celebrated 45 years of marriage Maryanntogether. also had two sisters. Alice Robitaille, preceded her in death; her husband Cliff Robi taille currently resides in Cromwell. Her baby sister, Sandy Hatcher, and her husband Tim Hatcher also reside in Cromwell. Both sisters and their families gave Maryann the perfect opportunity to become a fun loving godmother and Maryannaunt.leaves behind her son Mike Garbeck Jr. and his wife Elise Garbeck of North Granby, along with their children Bella Garbeck, Jason Abate, and his fiancé Carli Mazzarella. Maryann will truly be missed. Her love, support and kindness put her in a league of her own and she will never be forgotten. Maryann has requested private services and celebrations of her life. If desired, family and friends may make contributions towards a baseball memorial in Maryann and her late husband’s name that will be located in Granby. Donations can be sent to “The Maryann P. Garbeck Memorial Fund” at Windsor Federal Bank located at 21 Hartford Avenue in Granby. Condolences can also be sent to the family through Facebook and Instagram. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the Granby Police Department and Granby Ambulance Association for the wonderful help and care they provided to not only Maryann, but the entire Granby community. For condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

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• Recognition of the talent of the department to ensure the department talent is fully incentivized to focus on the long-range goals. Town Manager Report Robertson shared that the GPL now has an app to download to your smartphone or device— Library Connection Mobile. The app allows you to access your library account, search for items in the collection and register for events with ease. Robertson also reported several changes to the Granby Police Department. She congratulated Danny McCauley, sworn in on July 18 as a new Granby Police Officer, and Officer Michael Joseph and Officer Michael Camilleri being promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

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Selectmen Reports Rome reported that she had an opportunity to observe Granby police officers this past weekend monitoring popular places for speeding. She thanked them for their service. Executive Session The board went into executive session for a real estate discussion. Respectfully submitted, Scott A. Nolan, Town Clerk of emergency. While it may have been prudent in 2020, there is no need for this emergency declaration to extend through December 2022. Rep. Anderson has also supported the right of his constituents to make their own medical decisions. As we have seen over the past two years, many people have reasons to make choices that may not be in the majority. We have lost a number of highly qualified medical personnel, teachers, and service mem bers due to vaccine mandates instituted by Gov. Lamont. The Democrats also rescinded the religious exemption to vac cine requirements for education, shutting thousands of children out of our schools.

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• Serve as a community prevention resource assisting in outreach.

Due to the resignation of Sally King, the board needs a new vice-chair. Fiorentino explained that typically a vice-chair is elected by the board for that person’s two-year term. The board appointed Mark Neumann as vice-chair for the remainder of the term. Board and Commission Strategic Plan Discussion Fiorentino explained that, as part of the Board of Selectmen’s strategic planning process, each board and commission was asked to submit strategic objectives to the Board of Selectmen. For the Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jordan Grossman presented its goals/objectives:•.Collaboratewith the Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance to identify and prioritize large capital•.Fosterprojects.and maintain open communication between town agencies while working toward the integration of resources to support all stakeholders including parents/ guardians, children, and the community. Presenting for the Library Board, Kristal Fiorentino and Cathy Watso presented its goals/ objectives:•.TheGranby Public Library Board and staff feel that the buildings lack sufficient space to host larger programs/meetings and author talks. The objective is to review town properties for where larger spaces exist, and the steps needed to share such •.Discoverspace.additional programs and meeting space. Invest in a consultant to assess all town buildings to determine where gathering places already exist with ADA-compliant entrances and restroom facilities. The consultant could investigate other similar empty meeting spaces in Granby that might be available as occasional rental spaces for large meetings/programs/ author talks and/or used book sale space to support the successful annual fundraiser for the Friends of Granby Public Library. For the Youth Services Board, Michele Psutka presented its goals/objections:

The cost of living in Connecticut continues to increase and many busi nesses have left the state for places that are “less complicated”. Rep. Anderson has supported our businesses and his constituents. I hope you will join me in voting to re-elect Rep. Anderson for another term!

• Offer–through the Youth Services Bureau, community-based programming to create social opportunities and prevention education for Granby youth and families. Offer individualized youth and family counseling to improve the overall health and wellness of Granby youth and their families.

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Youth’s lemonade stand sweetens Granby Celebrates Juneteenth

By Cathy Watso

From left, Granby Lions President John Spatcher, GMHS students Alexa Bajek, Emma Hansen and Carly DeMartino. Submitted photo

Lions Club awards scholarships

The Granby Lions Club awarded scholarships to three Granby Memorial High School seniors. Granby Lions scholarships are based upon financial need, academic achievement, school and extracurricular activities, community service, recommendation letters and personal essays.

Photo by Cathy WatsoResidents speak up at June Open House sessions

Chuck Taczanowsky of East Granby made a generous donation to Granby Racial Reconciliation (GRR) for its first Juneteenth Celebration. On behalf of the GRR Board of Trustees, and the Steer ing and Juneteenth Committees, Chuck was presented with the book Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free by Alice Faye Duncan. The book includes the inscription: “Granby Racial Reconcilia tion recognizes Chuck Taczanowsky for raising $376 for the Inaugural Granby Celebrates Juneteenth 2022 from his annual lemonade stand proceeds. Your generosity is humbling and inspiring. Thank you for all you do to bring a better world forward.”

The Granby Board of Selectmen held two Open House sessions on June 13. First Selectman Mark Fiorentino led both, with Kelly Rome joining him on the morning session, and Mark Neumann on the evening one. In total, about 50 residents attended to discuss relevant is sues, many of which involved housing, such as the state’s affordable housing requirement, the impact on the town of the housing developments in progress, and the need for more senior housing. Suggestions were made regarding a possible gun buyback program headed by police but privately funded, and perhaps a town-wide composting program. Waste and recycling concerns came up as well as the possibility of being able to bring lumber to the transfer station. Questions were raised about how the Public Works Department prioritizes projects, and what could be done about speeding on our roads. Other suggestions involved keeping the lighting for the new apartments north of the center the same as those used along Rte. 10/202 south of theIncenter.addition to responding to all the questions and comments, Fiorentino gave an update on the town strategic plan. In response to a request to improve commu nication between the town government and residents, he instructed participants in how to sign up for updates from the town boards. At a later BOS meeting, Town Manager Erika Robertson said that she was quite impressed with the quality of the Open Houses. “This is the Granby way,” she noted, along with its characteristic vol unteerism, that makes Granby such a special place.

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Chuck first learned about GRR through Granby Celebrates Juneteenth signs that were posted around town and wanted to be part of the day’s success. His family supported him in his annual lemonade fund-raising project. Chuck’s mom, Joanna Taczanowsky, decided it would be better to thank Chuck privately rather than on stage during the day’s celebration. She voiced the con scientious decision, as a white family, to keep the focus on the significance of what this new federal holiday holds, and has held for Black Americans since June 19, 1865. Taczanowsky emphasizes teaching her children to give without turning the focus onto the giver. She also helped Chuck become aware of the meaning and importance of this new federal holiday. Though Ken Mouning, GRR Board member and Juneteenth Committee Chair, understands Tacszanowsky’s concern, he felt it was important for the community to be aware of Chuck’s gen erosity. Mouning stated, “While I said he has a charitable heart, it is much more than that. He is doing the work to help create awareness of racial justice issues. So many people keep asking ‘what can I do?’ He is doing the work and didn’t have to ask. That’s the model we need for our White citizens to partner with us to make change possible.” For more information about Granby Racial Reconciliation, visit granbyrr.com The website contains information to find ways to learn, join in and contribute to the ongoing work of racial reconcilia tion and racial justice in our community so that Granby can be a great place for everyone. Chuck (left) and Henry Taczanowsky.

Lambert said all phone systems are being replaced. This year, Kelly Lane and Central Services were replaced. The entire district is on the same phone system enabling dialing by extension. Lambert reviewed ongoing projects such as the online employee portal, human resources records and application tracking program which will integrate with our student information system as well as include a teacher evaluation system; replacement of the IEP system for the Pupil Services Department to be uploaded into the new state IEP system; and, collaboration with the town as well as assisting them with events. He briefly discussed cloud-based software and products as well as Google workspace and Google apps that are used by students. Thrall inquired how the last two years has affected the Technology Department. Lambert stated they were well prepared for it due to the adoption of the 1:1 initiative. Superintendent’s Contract Approval The board renewed the Superintendent’s Contract effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025.

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Director of Technology Jon Lambert, presented the Annual Technology Report and introduced the Technology Staff: Frank Melanson, systems support specialist; John Kroninger, technology support specialist contracted services; Carolyn Dei Dolori, software support specialist, and Ed Lyman, data specialist. The Technology Department supports the infrastructure of the school buildings, communications, administrative systems, and A/V equipment, cyber and physical security, software and information management, website; instructional technology, assistive technology, as well as supporting staff, students and community/ special events. Lambert explained the technology support system in place creates work orders for the department as well as working with each school’s media specialist. He reviewed highlights for FY22 as well as initiatives for FY23 and said the district is moving away from projectors to interactive boards. There are 20 in the budget this year for the middle and high schools. Also, a grant was received which will enable the purchase of additional interactive boards and next year 20 additional boards will be added to the budget.

GRANBY BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

The Granby Grunts Robotics Team provided an update and overview of the Robotics Program. Team members Noah Collen, Elliot Hosack, Charlie Krut, Eric Myers, Prior Waskan and Kian Woods explained what FIRST robotics means: For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology. Prior said that FIRST robotics opens the door to a world of opportunities including soft skills —teamwork, interpersonal skills, innovation, and leadership— and hard skills —experience in engineering, computer science, business and problem solving. The Granby Robotics Team was founded in 2008 by Dr. Rethke (Dr. Flush), a NASA engineer. Students explained that the team is organized like a business and mentors teach the students how to build the robot. The build season begins with a kickoff event describing this season’s game. There are six weeks to design, build, program, wire and test the robot. This was the best year in Granby’s history ranking 31 out of 185 teams in New England. The team also won the Quality Award at the Hartford event. The Granby Grunts attend many outreach events, such as, the Simsbury Fly-In, Kelly Lane STEAM Night and the Memorial Day Parade. The team mentors were introduced: Dr. Don Rethke, founder; Mr. Puskar who has worked with the team since 2009, and Margaret Bastiaanse, faculty representative who has been with the program since 2009. Mr. Meyers and Mr. Kaufman are new mentors this year.

Jonathan Marlor, of North Granby, was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Quinnipiac Univer sity.The following were named to the dean’s list at Wentworth Institute of Technology for the spring semester: Jake Barrows of Granby, Abigail Ma her of North Granby, Jacob Hanelius of West Granby.

Jennifer Ungerleider , daughter of Michael and Kathy Ungerleider of Granby, graduated magna cum laude from Dickinson College in May with a B.A. in economics.

Weber inquired how strategy is used to form alliances to assist during competitions and the students answered that they approach their alliances prior to matches. Weber also inquired if an engineering journal is kept as part of the building and strategies. Elliot said this was not done this year; however, the entire process is documented with photos and drawings. Sanzo inquired if each robot is kept every year. Prior said very often robots are taken apart each year but robots that do especially well are still together. Peling inquired if this team is fully funded by the district and Grossman answered that an advisor is in the budget as well as $2-3K for transportation. The team also received grants and private donations.

Robotics Presentation

Present: Kristina Gilton, Monica Logan, Donna Nolan, David Peling, Whitney Sanzo, Sarah Thrall, Rosemarie Weber, and Student Representatives Tess Bajek and Jacob Scotto. Also, Dr. Jordan Grossman. Chairman’s Corner Thrall welcomed the Granby Grunts Team who will be sharing information about the program and recent competitions.

Peling stated this subcommittee met to discuss the hiring process and schedules for next year; recent learning walk; town-wide composting initiative; summer enrichment program is back to pre-Covid style classes; curriculum work going on in the health and language departments; curriculum revision work to be done. Board Member Announcements Thrall thanked Jacob Scotto for his two years of service helping the board on the student perspective impact during a most difficult time in education. She stated Jacob performed in Grease, Mamma Mia, Damned Yankees; is a member of student choir and chamber singers and a threetime and two-time member of All State Choir. Thrall thanked Jacob for his contributions not only to the BOE but to the community and for his willingness to speak up and give his valuable insight. Jacob will attend Villanova University in the fall.

Claire Newhall , of East Granby, graduated in May with a B.A. honors in fine arts from Saint Anselm College.

On or about Nov. 1, 2022, the special services department of the Granby Public Schools will destroy all special education and related records of students whot are no longer enrolled in the school system for a period of seven years or greater. Parents and students should be aware that these records are sometimes necessary or useful in acquiring certain government benefits such as Social Security. No records of students presently enrolled in the school system will be destroyed.Formerstudents over the age of 18 or parents/guardians of minors may contact the special services department at 860-844-5257 with any questions in this matter.

Retirees are Margaret Bastiaanse, Karen Bergmann, Ellen Buda, Marie Caruso, Michele Dafgek, Brenda Miller, Mark Neri, Jane Sullivan and Lisa Sweeney. Twenty five-year employees are John Bikowski, Ann Boardman, Marie Caruso, Caryn Neff and Don Scott. Assistant Superintendent’s Report Jennifer Parsons provided updates on professional development day, including vertical teaming and content specific teams. The Vision of the Graduate was reviewed for how it can fit into each content area. Teams completed some SEL training around suicide prevention.

Peling inquired if the students have any interest in pursuing robotics in college. Prior, a senior, said he will be attending WPI for that exact reason.

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On May 25, GMHS student Natalie Scanlon was the #1 singles winner of the North Central Connecticut Conference tournament, and was named All Conference. The GMHS team, undefeated in the regular season, finished 12–5 and was ranked in the top 10 (#7) of Class S and made it to the quarterfinals of the state team tournament under coach Bridget Sullivan.

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Alexis Klein, of Granby, was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2022 semester at Bryant University.

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Counseling We have a new Master’s level Marriage and Family Therapy intern with us this year. We are starting the school year with no wait list. Therapy and counseling ser vices are free to youth and their families who live in Granby. Programming WOW (Women on the Way) our ever popular positive youth development program for those identifying as girls in grades 9-12 is registering now. Check the Town of Granby website for a link to the registration form. This group focuses on breaking down boundaries and building relationships in a fun and caring weekly meeting on Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. The group fills fast so register soon. OWLs (Our Whole Lives) a comprehensive sexual health class for grades 7 and 8 The class meets three Wednesday evenings a month for 30 weeks (yes, 30). Body image, culture, the media, sexualization, cultural norms, healthy relationships, sexuality and disability, communication, personal and family values are all explored in depth. The class begins in October and is taking registrations now. There is a mandatory parent meeting before the class begins.

The Granby Board of Education and the staff of the Granby Public Schools are committed to providing the best possible education for our students. I urge you to view our district website (granbyschools.org) to learn more about our school district. I thank the Granby community for supporting our work and look forward to partnering with you during the 202223 school year. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns at 860-844-5260 and follow me on Twitter @GranbySuper.

There is so much for the Granby com munity to be proud of within our school system. We are fortunate to have tal ented, creative, and enthusiastic students led by a dedicated team of teachers and staff members. The level of commit ment our Board of Education and town provides to the district daily is integral to our success. We are committed to providing the best possible education for our students. At the opening convocation with staff, I shared my vision for this year that will focus greater attention on promoting increased student achievement while maintaining our commitment to the social/emotional well-being of each of our students and staff. We will continue to embed the Granby Public Schools Vision of a Graduate into our work that ensures our students will become resourceful learners and effective com municators who positively contribute at local, national, and global levels. Together we have built a school district that fosters relationships with students and enhances student confidence and achievement. We will continue to strive to meet the needs of each of our students and challenge our students to reach their highest potential.

Community Based Suicide Preven tion: Oct. 11, 7 to 8 p.m. Learn about the Columbia Protocol as well as the QPR (Question Persuade and Refer) ap proaches for friends, families, coaches, and coworkers to use to help identify and help connect a suicidal acquaintance with the help they need. Just 90 minutes of your time can save a life.

SMART Recovery is an evidence based, proven approach to addiction recovery. Based in Rational Behavior Therapy, it can be used in addition to or instead of a traditional 12-step program.

The YSB will be offering a Friends and Family support group the first and third Monday of the month, and Youth Ad diction Support group on the second and fourth Monday of the month. Both groups will require confidential registration, and will not begin until there are enough par ticipants to start. SMART recovery deals with all kinds of addiction: drugs, shop ping, gambling, eating. Run by a licensed professional counselor with training in SMART recovery approaches.

Youth Mental Health First Aid: Sat urday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to about 3:30 p.m. The YSB has partnered with the Farmington Valley Health District to of fer this fantastic training for anyone who lives with or works with an adolescent. Participants will complete two hours of online preparation prior to the Saturday class. Registration for this free training will be capped at 30. All program registration can be com pleted online at the Town of Granby website’s Youth Service Bureau page or by calling 860-844-5355.

T2T (teen to teen) Community Ser vice program is a public health peer education initiative by the YSB. Teens who register and commit to attending four of ten or more prevention education trainings such as the suicide prevention training listed above, will be eligible to receive community service credit. Youth get most of their prevention information from peers, so educating one youth will help spread the accurate word to many.

Granby students off to a great start for 2022-23

On August 30, the doors to one of the best school districts in Connecticut opened for the 2022-23 school year. We welcomed our returning families and those new to our district to what promises to be a great school year for Granby Public Schools. As I think about the future of Granby Public Schools, I am encouraged by the work planned for this year for fostering individual differences and continuing our focus for incremental growth over time. We will strive to meet the needs of each member of the school com munity with respect and dignity with the “Granby Public Schools: Moving Forward Together Strategic Plan 202125” at the core of our work.

Jordan E. Grossman, Ed.D

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Youth Services Bureau by AnneMarie Cox

The Artistic Vibe is a drop-in for teens looking for a quiet and accepting place to hang out in a small group setting. From art projects to D&D, pool to cards and puzzles, the possibilities are many. Bring a friend and check it out. Every Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Youth Service Bureau.

The Youth Service Bureau is excited for the start of a new school year.

Focus on Education

July Book Sale raised $13,500

Getting ready for Fromprimarytheleft,PattySansone, Mike Gantt and Diane NeumannHernsdorf preparing for the Republican and Democratic Primaries in August.

Photo by Stephanie McGuire

JUNE 28, 2022

Respectfully submitted, Betsy Mazzotta Recording Secretary

Barbra Link, 1 Granby Farms Road, requested clarification on the type of alcohol Clark Farms is requesting to sell. The commission clarified that the town regulation allows any type of spirits produced on a farm to be sold. Currently there is no distillery on a farm in Connecticut, but there could be in the future. The commission received a letter from Rob and Jennifer Rome, 19 Bushy Hill Road in support of the application. A subcommittee was formed in 2021 to address the definition of a Farm Store and the agritourism regulation. The current regulation, which specifically requires that any goods that are sold must be from a farm, was drafted by the P & Z Commission based on the work of the subcommittee. The commission will consider revising that piece of the regulation in the future. However, at this time any approval would be subject to the current regulation. The commission voted (7-0-0) to approve an application for a special permit for the sale of alcoholic beverages produced on other farms on property located at 29 Bushy Hill Road. Lukingbeal returned to the meeting and Peters was excused. Commission Reports and Correspondence Johnson questioned the location of the foundation for the first lot at the Harness Way Development on Route 20. Caruso will have the building inspector visit the site and inform theThechairman.July12 meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission will be canceled since there are no pending applications. The next meeting of the commission is scheduled for July 26. The commission will be recessed in August. Staff will work with Lockwood on any applications that are received in July and August to keep the process moving forward.

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The Friends of Granby Public Library (FOGPL) wrapped up another successful book sale at the end of July—the sale generated over $13,500! All proceeds support the Granby Public Library with books, magazines, DVDs, museum pass es and special programs for all patrons. The library also chooses some of the donated books for its general circulation, eliminating the need to purchase them. A lot of generous patrons donated to the sale that took place earlier this year than in past years due to facility availability. The sale, which was held at the end of July instead of September, was very successful and raised one of the highest dollar amounts in the sales history. As always, the wonderful volunteers spent many hours inspecting, sorting, and moving all the items preparing for the three-day book sale event. The Friends of Granby Public Library appreciates all of the support from the generous sponsors, our super volunteers, along with everyone that attended the sale to make it such a great success! The Gold sponsors were Beman True Value Hardware and Windsor Federal Savings Bank; the Silver sponsor was Judy Guarco, realtor for BHHS NE Prop erties; the Bronze sponsor was Granby Dental Center. Paine’s Inc and Wine Etc. provided in-kind services. Many thanks!

Are you a compassionate person who loves to provide companionship, provide a listening ear and help someone smile? Consider being a hospice volunteer with the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurse Association.Hospicevolunteers visit people where they live: in their private home, in as sisted living, or in a skilled nursing home. Volunteers are there to provide companionship by visiting, holding a hand, reading and taking people outside. Volunteers can play piano, do artwork, read books or provide music, write po etry—simply be there with the person and help brighten their day. The benefits of helping others are tre mendous. Many of our volunteers say they are enriched and encouraged by their new friendships. Volunteers are trained and undergo a screening process to ensure they are the right fit. There are opportunities available for volunteers to visit patients after hours. There is always a need for a comforting presence and companionship. Also, if you have a pet trained and certified in Pet Therapy, they are an excellent addition to our hospice volunteer program and loved by the patients. Please contact Pam Gordon at 860-6513539 or pgordon@farmingtonvalleyvna. org for more information.

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Present: Mark Lockwood, Chairman; Margaret Chapple, Christine Chinni, Erick Lukingbeal, Eric Myers and Brennan Sheahan; Alternates Paula Johnson, Matthew Peters; Absent: Jonathan Boardman.Johnson was seated for Boardman. Public Hearings Application seeking a Special Permit under Zoning Regulations Section 8.15.17.7.1 for the sale of alcoholic beverages produced on other farms for property located at 29 Bushy Hill Road, R50 Zone. File Z-13-22 Lukingbeal recused himself from this matter and Peters was seated. Becky Clark, 29 Bushy Hill Road, owner of Clark Farms Bushy Hill Orchard and Bushy Hill Cidery is requesting a Special Permit to sell alcoholic beverages that are produced on other farms if they have the opportunity to take advantage of that in the future. Currently, the farm has a permit to sell alcohol produced from their own apples. The applicant is not proposing any other changes to their operations. Clark explained the Connecticut Craft Café Permit was passed in July 2021 during COVID-19 pandemic to support local businesses that did not sell food and therefore were not able to offer alcohol. The Town zoning regulation differs from the State’s as it requires the alcoholic beverages be produced by a farm. There are currently no farm distilleries and only two farm breweries that produce beer in the state. The applicant feels this puts farms in Granby at a disadvantage and would like the ability to offer customers otherDominickoptions.Caruso, Granby’s interim director of community development, concurred that the difference between the two regulations is the town requires the alcohol be produced on a farm—and the state does not. The town revised its regulation in 2021.

By Brian Tomasino

The Faith Subcommittee of Granby Racial Reconciliation will offer Dia logues on Race on seven consecutive Tuesdays from Sept. 27 to Nov. 8, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. American churches are largely segre gated in the pews and divided in faith. Dialogues can turn conflict into com munity. Join educator Liddy Doyle and the Reverend Dr. Sandra Fischer as they lead participants through an adult small group resource published by Spark House that encourages honest talk about racism in American Christianity. To gether, explore the causes with curiosity and discover how to courageously repair the damage. Cost is $9.99 (plus shipping and han dling) for Dialogues On Race Learner Book. Access to Amazon Prime would be helpful so to view the 2019 film White Savior: Racism in the American Church (included in Prime member ship).Register for the Tuesday Zoom ses sions at granbyracialreconciliation.com/

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Dialogues on Race offered this fall

Granby Racial Reconciliation encourages art museum visits

By Cathy Watso

Chamber of Commerce fall events

Hazardous waste: The next hazard ous waste collection will be Saturday, Oct. 15. Residents may bring two boxes of material for shredding to this event.

Sunday, Oct. 16 at Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center in Simsbury This is the new trick-or-treating tradi tion in the area! Spooktacular features youth performances on stage, games for all ages, touch-a-truck experiences, food trucks, business expo, costume and car decorating contests and, most importantly, trick-or-treating throughout the event. For details, visit simsburycoc. org/spooktacular.Forinformation on sponsoring these events, and for more information, contact the Chamber team at 860-6517307 or by email info@simsburycoc.org

Celebrate the Valley (formerly Celebrate Granby)

Yard waste: Yard waste cannot be placed in your trash or recycling barrel. Yard waste has been banned from curb side barrels since 1998. Grass, leaves, and brush should either be composted on-site or brought to the Granby Trans fer Station.

“A picture is worth a thousand words” is a powerful saying found in many lan guages. How people and situations are portrayed in images can influence the viewer’s beliefs about the subject matter. Granby Racial Reconciliation (GRR) is facilitating a community exploration of race through two local art museums’ exhibitions. The Norman Rockwell Mu seum’s Imprinted: Illustrating Race, and the New Britain Museum of American Art’s 30 Americans . Both temporary exhibitions run through Oct. 30. A group rate visit is set for the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Mass. on Saturday, Sept. 10 starting at 1 p.m. Please go to granbyrr.com to register. Attendees will pay for the discounted ticket ($18 Adult) at the museum the day of the visit. Library passes and member discounts can be used to attend the group tour. Children 18 and under are admitted for free. For more information about this exhibition, visit nrm.org/2022/04/ imprinted-illustrating-race/ GRR will be organizing a visit to the New Britain Museum of American Art exhibition during October. Please check the GRR website and the October Drummer for details. For more informa tion on this exhibition, visit nbmaa.org/ exhibitions/30-americansThoughthearrangedtours by GRR for the exhibitions are limited, the or ganization encourages all to visit these powerful exhibitions before they close. A community-wide discussion facili tated by an art historian/curator is being planned for early November. GRR is seeking funding for this event and details regarding the gathering will be available by the October Drummer issue. Both museums have some digital ac cess to their collections, art lectures and media. Links to these are on their websites. In-person attendance to the exhibits is not necessary to participate in the November facilitated discussion.

By Tim Baker and Morgan Hilyard

son-in-law Jared Grisé of Charlotte, N.C., and two great-grandchildren, Caroline and Claire Grisé. When Mary moved to Southwick, she was very busy caring for her parents and raising her family on the farm. She loved to knit, garden, play the piano, and sing in the church choir. She loved spending days at the beach and the occasional overnight trips to various New England locations. Most especially, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Mary was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Lake Church, where she sang in the choir into her 90th year. She was also a member of the Southwick Bicenten nial Choir, the Southwick Historical Society, the Southwick Women’s Club, and the Southwick Grange. Later in life, Mary lived at the American Inn in Southwick, as did many of her friends, where she enjoyed the activities and companionship. In the last few years of her life, she resided at Seabury, located in her husband’s home town of Bloomfield, where she received wonderful and compassionate care from the Seabury staff, McLean Hospice, and SafePals Home Care Services. She was a devoted Daughter, Wife, Mom, Grand mother, Great-Grandmother and friend to many. Mary was caring, independent and strong, as she has shown to the very end of her new beginning. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Fu neral Services were held at Our Lady of the Lake Parish in Southwick. Burial took place at Southwick Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Southwick Historical Society, PO Box 323, Southwick, MA, 01077 and the Salmon Brook Historical Society, 208 Salmon Brook Street, Granby, CT 06035. For condolences or directions, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

Trash holiday: Monday, Sept. 5, is a holiday for Paine’s Inc. All trash/recy cling pickups will be delayed by one day the week after the Labor Day holiday. Transfer Station extended hours : The Transfer Station will be open Wednesdays from 8 a.m. until noon from Sept. 14 through Nov. 16. Textile recycling: Simple Recycling will pick up textiles curbside. Visit Sim pleRecycling.com or call 866-835-5068 to receive a pickup. Pink bags will no longer be provided; residents will use their own bags or boxes to leave clean, dry items. Simple Recycling will also pick up small household items. Bear barrels: Bear barrels are cur rently available. Contact Public Works at 860-653-8960. There is a one-time fee of $230 for the barrel.

Public Works

Mary Kelly McLaughlin 1928 - 2022

Mary Kelly McLaughlin, 93, of Bloomfield, CT, formerly of Granby, Conn., and Southwick, Mass., died peacefully on the morning of June 17, just five days before the 21st anniversary of her husband’s death on June 22, 2001. Born on October 17, 1928, in Granby, Mary was the only child of John M. and Elizabeth S. Kelly. She grew up and lived in Granby until she married her husband, Bernard J. McLaughlin, formerly of Bloomfield, Conn. Mary graduated from Simsbury High School in 1946, where she made many lifelong friends.graduatingAfterfrom high school, she worked at the Southern New sheHartford,CompanyTelephoneEnglandinwherealsomade many lasting friends. When she married in 1952, she moved to South wick, where she supported her husband as the owner and operator of Winding Brook Farms, a working dairy farm; and later in his business, The McLaughlin Supply Compa ny, known by all as the “Store at your Door.” Mary was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Bernard (Bert, Bernie, B.J.), J. McLaughlin, in 2001, and her son-in-law, Gregory Wynns, in 2005. She leaves her daughters Barbara Wynns of Old Saybrook, Elizabeth “Betsy” McLaughlin of Old Say brook, Brenda McLaughlin of Simsbury, CT, her son, Thomas McLaughlin and daugh ter-in-law Amy McLaughlin, of Southwick, Mass., four grandchildren, Bert and Reagan McLaughlin of Southwick, Ryan Wynns of Ludlow, Mass., Julie Elizabeth Grisé and

RecycleCT: Do you have questions about what can and cannot go in your re cycling bin? Download the RecycleCT app to your smart phone and look up whether an item is recyclable.

As separate organizations, the Granby and Simsbury Chambers of Commerce ran many wonderful events, but together they will be even more impactful. As a merged Chamber they have a greater regional reach than in the past, which significantly increases the value of the ev ents to members, event attendees and most of all the sponsors. The sig nature events this fall each attract over 5,000 attendees and are fantastic op portunities for sponsors to increase their visibility.

Thursday – Saturday, Sept. 22-24 Salmon Brook Park in Granby They don’t make fall festivals like they used to! Celebrate the Valley is one of the last remaining festivals in the area with a full-size carnival, business and health expo, cocktail garden, restaurant alley, car show and fireworks. Restau rants will be participating Friday and Saturday. Exhibiting businesses will be on-site for Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For details, visit simsburycoc.org/celebratethe-valley SpooktacularCelebration

The NCCHP—Noble and Cooley Center for Historic Preservation—Mu seum at the Drum Factory, 42 Water Street, Granville is open for tours on the second and fourth Sundays of the month from noon to 3 p.m. Join us for an infor mative guided visit to the local factory that started as a toy manufacturer and went on to produce drums for the Civil War, two US Presidents and many wellknown modern drummers as well. If you have a group of eight or more and our Sunday schedule doesn’t fit your needs, please email us. We will do our best to accommodate you for a minimum charge of $40. Add a trip to the Drum Shop on your list of things to see and do when friends and relatives visit.

Rose Ball to honor Granby residents

Out of Town Benefit concert for Favarh

The Windsor Freedom Trail Com mittee’s annual run will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 5:30 to 8:30 a.m. The start point is Archer Memo rial A.M.E. Zion Church, 320 Hayden Station Road, Windsor. Learn about and celebrate the rich history of the Windsor Freedom Trail with your family and friends by visiting sites associated with the Underground Railroad and African American heritage and movement towards freedom. The run is approximately 3.9 miles; a bus will follow the runners. It will begin at the Archer Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church and will end at the Riverside cemetery on East Street in Windsor, a site where a number of African Ameri can soldiers from the Connecticut 29th and 31st colored regiments and other civil war units are buried. Participants will stop at other Windsor Freedom Trail Sites including the William Best House, the Joseph Rainey House, and the Nancy Toney grave site. Upon returning to the church, the group will visit the historic Archer Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church cemetery. A Freedom Trail T-Shirt will be pro vided to all runners and a country style breakfast will be provided for event participants after the run. Please register at wftrun2022.eventbrite.com and bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the Windsor Food Bank. For questions, email windsorfreedom trail@hotmail.com For the health and safety of our guests, staff, volunteers, and community, please bring a face mask and practice social distancing at events. This event is free and open to the public.

Hearth Cooking Programs

Sew Beautiful Quilt Show

Rose Ball is always a fun and memo rable night while raising much needed funds to find a cure for CF. Kevin Na than, NBC News Anchor, will be the emcee and Savage Brothers Band will provide the night’s entertainment. For tickets and/or sponsorship op portunities please contact Maria Porto atCysticmporto@cff.orgfibrosisis a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. More information can be found at cff.org

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Musical Club announces live program

Pies, Puddings and Tarts: Saturday, Sept. 10, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Choose be tween mouthwatering options including apple pie, bread pudding, Cheshire pork pie, chicken pie, cranberry tart, Marlborough pudding, pear tart and pompion pie. Everything but the turkey: Satur day, Nov. 12, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Choose between delicious options including sherried sweet potatoes, sauced apples, carrot pudding, onion pie, wild mush room pie, sweet potato biscuits, creamed celery with pecans, and apple-currant relish. Pre-registration required by Sept. 6, and Nov. 7, respectively. Limit six participants per session, ages 12 and up. Maximum of two participants per family. Your registration date deter mines the order in which you get to pick amongst the selected dishes, so register early. $55 per person plus esti mated $10–$15 food costs. To register, visit windsorhistoricalsociety.org, email info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org or callThe860-688-3813.WindsorHistorical Society, founded in 1921, invites visitors to explore the people, places, and events that have shaped Windsor for over four centuries. The society’s museum and re search library are located at 96 Palisado Avenue (Route 159) in Windsor.

The Musical Club of Hartford an nounces its first live music program of the 2022-23 season on Thursday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m., at Westminster Presbyterian Church in West Hartford. The public is invited to this joyous and eclectic Mu sic by Members and Guests program including virtuosic solo piano as well as soul-nourishing original arrangements of world and classical music from across centuries and styles. An informal recep tion will follow. The program, which will take place in a spacious church sanctuary, will include piano works by Mary Howe, Claude Debussy, and Frederic Cho pin played by Stacy Cahoon, pianist; unique and passionate arrangements of international music for guitar, flute and mandolin with Judith Handler, Mark Levesque and Leo Snow; and original, spirited arrangements of works by Monteverdi, Beethoven and Borodin, arranged for harp, hammered dulcimer, accordion, violin and record ers performed by Kasha Breau, Carrie Crompton, Monika Kinstler, and Debo rah Robin. A reception will follow in the church Fellowship Hall. Admission for the program and recep tion is free for members of the Musical Club and students with ID; admission for the general public is $5. Visit musi calclubhartford.org for updated program information.

Enjoy Motown Magic Under the Stars on Saturday, Sept. 10, at Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center.

NCCHP Museum

Farmington Valley Chorale rehearsals. Calling all singers. The Farmington Valley Chorale is pleased to announce the start of its fall rehearsal season on Sept. 11. Now in its 52nd year of bringing chorale music to audiences in the Farmington Valley and beyond, this non-audition chorale is welcoming new members. Join us Sunday evenings, 7 p.m. at Simsbury United Methodist Church, 799 Hopmeadow St. We will culminate our fall season with a concert in late November. Full Covid-19 vaccinations and mask ing required. For further information, please contact info@fa rmingtonval leychorale.org

Artisan Craft Fair

Crafters and local artisans interested in renting space ($50) at this event may call Judy at 860-623-8535 or 860-614-0066 for applications and more information.

Windsor Freedom Trail Run

Reardon and Toczydlowski have ties to Granby and are well known in this town. Event co-chairs Tim and Deb Lenihan, also Granby residents, have two children with CF and invite Granby residents to join them at this year’s event.

The Living History program scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 14 is titled Now and Then. It is a retrospective featuring the current process used to create pro fessional drums and just how that came to be from the very humble beginnings of a toy drum company founded in 1854. The program starts at 6:30 p.m. with a short clip followed by discussion, and musings, by three direct descendants of James P. Cooley as we hit the highlights of the growing company along the timeline of history. This is living his tory at its best as gleaned from family diaries, albums and Noble and Cooley company records. Come join the fun. Light refreshments will be served after the program. Museum tours are $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Living History programs are free to museum mem bers and freewill donations ($5–$10) from others are appreciated to help defray museum expenses. The Living History programs are sponsored in part by a grant from the Granville Cultural Council.

The Farmington Valley Quilters Sew Beautiful show will display over 275 quilts including traditional, art and modern quilts. A variety of vendors will be on-site in addition to a Raffle Quilt and Themed Raffle Baskets. Quilt Ap praisals, Quilt Book Sale and Boutique of Handmade Items will also be offered. The show takes place at Kingswood Oxford School, 170 Kingswood Road, West Hartford, on Saturday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The building is handicap accessible and both handicapped and conventional parking is available. Food is available within a couple of blocks at nearby West Hartford Center. Admission is $10. The annual Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Rose Ball will be honoring five Connecticut Corporate Titan’s at this year’s ball to be held at the Hartford Marriott Down town on Oct. 15. This year’s honorees include: Nancy Reardon, Real Estate Executive at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services; Greg Toczydlowski, Presi dent, Business Insurance at Travelers; Kim Morrison and Noelle Alix, cofounders of BeanZ and Co. Café; and David Glidden, president and CEO, Liberty Bank. All 2022 Corporate Titans are very deserving of this honor that recognizes similar attributes such as being a leader in their industry, caring about their people, and making an impact philan thropically in their community. Both

If you want to learn to cook deli cious food the way people did in colonial times, now’s your chance. Join accomplished open-hearth cook ing expert Becky Hendricks for an immersive experience cooking in an authentic colonial-era kitchen at Windsor Historical Society’s historic Strong-Howard House. Participants will prepare a scrumptious colonial dish on the open hearth and bake oven under Becky’s expert tutelage. Learn period-appropriate food preparation and cooking methods, sample some of the creations, then take yours home to enjoy.

Crafters Wanted The Suffield Fire Department Auxil iary will host the return of its Annual Harvest Crafts Fair on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center Firehouse, 73 Mountain Road (Rt. 168), Suffield.

Dance and sing along to familiar Mo town hits of greats like Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, The Temptations, and more. Grab a seat on the lawn or at a table for eight catered by Metro Bis Restaurant. Lawn patrons can pre-order a Motown Picnic or grab some grub from on-site food trucks. Gates open at 6 p.m. for picnicking and show starts at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit Favarh—The Arc of the Farmington Valley—helping people with intellectual and develop mental disabilities live, work and fully participate in 34 Connecticut communi ties since 1958. Admission ranges from $5/$25 to $1,000. For lawn tickets or VIP Tables, visit favarh.org/motown or call 860-693-6662 x116

The Friends of the Southwick Public Library, a 501(c)(3) organization, are sponsoring an Arts and Craft Fair on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Southwick Town Hall, 454 College Highway. There will be outside booths and inside tables of locally made art and crafts only. A raffle will also be held with donated items by the crafters/ artisans. All proceeds will be used to support programs and activities of the Southwick Public Library. The Art and Craft Fair is free and open to the public.

An application to participate as an artisan/crafter can be picked up at the Southwick Public Library at 95 Feeding Hills Road or downloaded from southwicklibrary.info – click on the Friends page. The fee for an inside or outside space is $20. Deadline for receipt of applications is Sept. 1. For more information contact Pat McMahon by email southwickpat@ comcast.net (preferred) or call 413569-6531.

Museum Tours : The Sept. 26 tour, between 2 and 4 p.m., includes the Abi jah Rowe House, Weed-Enders House, Cooley School and Colton-Hayes To bacco Barn. The exhibit housed in the Preservation Barn includes a collection of textile items donated during the recent pandemic and includes an interesting mixture of ladies’ hats, embroidered linen coverlets, aprons, and an early treadle sewing machine. Also on temporary dis play is a political exhibit featuring pins and memorabilia from past elections. The green silk dress made by Orpha Amelia Hayes, circa 1850, is on display in the Weed-Enders Victorian Parlor. Hayes was born in 1810 and grew up in Granby. Fall Flea Market: Saturday, Oct. 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Donations to the society’s booth are welcome on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon at the Preservation Barn. Please contact Dave at 860-653-3965 for vendor information.

By Hansika Lenkala

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Granby Racial Reconciliation will be holding its next Courageous Conversa tion on Race at Salmon Brook Park on Sunday, Sept. 11 at Pavilion #2 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Though the summer’s heat postponed some events, the conver sations that did occur were impactful for participants. All are welcome to come join the conversation.

Camera Club

Women’s Breakfast

Civic Club Kicks Off 109th Year

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Health Literacy — Obesity

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Data from the CDC shows that when obese people lose five to 10 percent of their body weight, there are a lot of benefits. There are many components to achieving weight loss, including controlling diet, exercise, and sleep. Eating a diet high in fiber and low in ultra-processed food can help reduce weight. Exercising helps weight loss. The Department of Health and Human Services recommends 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week. This can be incorporated in regular tasks such as brisk walking and mowing the lawn.While it may be overlooked, sleeping for at least seven hours a night is recom mended when losing weight. Hansika is a student in the East Granby Schools.

Membership in the Salmon Brook His torical Society, 208 Salmon Brook Street, offers many benefits including free tours, newsletters, the annual dinner in April, the Christmas house tour and Wassail party in December and the opportunity to learn and help preserve Granby history. The society welcomes everyone. You do not need to be a Granby native, own an old house or be old. Visit salmonbrookhistori calsociety.com or stop by the museum on Thursdays between 9 a.m. and noon for an application. Research Library (Preservation Barn): open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon or by appointment by call ing 860-653-9713. Research fee is $25 per hour. Museum Store (Enders House): open on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Items for sale can be viewed on the website and include books, maps, mugs, notecards, jigsaw puzzles and more Granby items.

The Granby Camera Club will meet on Monday, Sept. 12 at the Granby Senior Center. It will begin early at 6:30 p.m. and head out for a short photography session. Members will return to the Senior Center to share photographs, have the scavenger hunt and enjoy some dessert. The scav enger hunt words are Delight, Structure and Favorite.

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The Granby Civic Club will kick off its 109th year on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center. The guest speaker will be Sandra Flagg, who will talk about the Waste Not Want Not Community Kitchen. Refreshments will be provided. Contact Ginny@lostacres.com for ad ditional information. All are welcome.

The Granby Women’s Breakfast pro gram will start its season with Michael Campbell, director of the Mark Twain House on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at the Granby Senior Center. The topic will be Behind the Scenes at the Mark Twain House. Breakfast will start at 8:30 a.m. and the program begins at 9 a. m. Cost $5. Register at the Senior Center either on the website or by calling 860-844-5352. Any questions, call Corinne Dickerson at 860-653-9891.

Note: Please consult with your health care provider if you are concerned about your weight. This article is aimed toward adults and not towards children. What is obesity: Information is from CDC and WebMD Obesity in adults is when Body Mass Index (BMI) is over 30. To check wheth er an adult is obese, they can use the BMI calculator on the CDC’s website. This number usually has a correlation with the amount of body fat, but does not take into account the amount of muscle mass a person has. However, it does help get an accurate depiction of how much fat a person has for the general population This does not include some athletes/bodybuilders. The risks of being obese According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, “A healthy weight sets the stage for bones, muscles, brain and heart to play their parts smoothly and ef ficiently for many years.” Conversely, there are many health effects of not main taining a healthy weight. The disease that has the most cor relation with obesity is Type 2 Diabetes. In addition, obese indi viduals have a higher chance of suffering from coronary artery disease and stroke.

How to Treat Obe sity : Information is from CDC, Mayo Clinic, and Medical News Today

Conservation Conversation: Trash and Taxes : Thursday, Sept. 29, 6:30 -7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch. The public is invited to a presentation and discussion with members of Granby’s Conservation Commission and special guests. Learn about alternative means of trash disposal for Granby residents and the opportunity for positive financial impact. Find out more regarding the Sustainable CT initiative and how local action will benefit the community. This program is part of a continuing series of Conservation Conversations sponsored by Granby Public Library and Granby Conservation Commission. Register online to save a seat and receive alerts regarding program updates. Sponsored by Granby Public Library and Granby Conservation Commission.

SciFi/Fantasy Book Club: Wednesday, Sept. 28, 6 – 7 p.m. at the Main Branch. The group will discuss Doomsday Book by Connie Willis. Written in 1992, the novel won both the Hugo and Nebula Awards. Leading the discussion is Doug Soucier. Something About The Author Book Club: Monday, Oct. 3, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. at the Main Branch. The group will discuss The Immortal Irishman: The Irish Revolutionary Who Became an American Hero by Timothy Egan. Published in 2016, this biography that reads like an adventure novel details the life and times of Thomas Francis Meagher. As a dashing young orator during the Great Famine, Meagher led a failed uprising against British Rule and was banished to a Tasmanian prison. He escaped, and made his way to New York to lead the newly formed Irish

With over 3,200 entries, the winners of our children, teen and adult prizes include: Abby S., Addison L., Alexis N., Ashton B., Ben W., Brayden W., Camryn S., David T., John W., Logan C., Melissa R., Paige L., Rob G., Sara L., Shannon M., Sophie R., Walter P. and Wyatt S. Congratulations to our winners! Thank you to the Granby community for your visits to the library, your celebration of library services, and your support. We’re so glad to welcome you all into the Granby Public Library.

In May, First Congregational Church and South Congregational Church agreed to join together and become one UCC church in Granby. Since that day, we have done much to make our new church a reality.

ADULT PROGRAMS Hawk Talk: Thursday, Sept. 8, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Holcomb Farm’s North Barn Pavilion. Hawk Watch: Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Blueberry Hill, Granville, Mass. Four billion North American birds migrate south each fall in one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Avian educator John Weeks will talk about this unforgettable show and explain how to identify the hawks, eagles, ospreys, harriers and falcons that fly overhead. What’s the difference between a raptor and a hawk? Why are Cooper’s hawks and sharp-shinned hawks so difficult to tell apart? Are falcons actually parrots in disguise? Weeks will answer these and other questions.

SUPPORTING COMMUNITY Waste Not Want Not Community Meal Wednesdays 3-5 pm, South Campus Open Cupboard Pantry Fridays, 3-4 pm, North Campus

First Congregational Church & South Congregational Church of Granby Connecticut www.firstchurchgranby.org www.southchurchgranby.org 219 North Granby Road 242 Salmon Brook Street 860 653-4537 860 653-7289

But We’re Making Great Progress!

On Sunday, September 18th, immediately following our south campus worship service, we take our next big step. We will vote to adopt the new church’s Constitution, which will include the church name, a Certificate of Formation and a Plan of Merger. All important and necessary requirements that need to be completed.

2022 SUMMER LIBRARY CELEBRATION WINNERS

Time for Chess: Thursday, Sept. 22, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Main Branch. The public is invited to friendly, competitive chess matches the fourth Thursday of the month. All skill levels welcome! Registration recommended. Page Turners Book Club : Wednesday, Sept. 21, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch. The group will discuss Murphy’s Law by Rhys Bowen, which is a pen name for author Janet Quin-Harkin. This title kicks off the popular Molly Murphy Mysteries series and was the winner of the 2001 Agatha Award for Best Novel. Leading the discussion is Beth Morrill.

The Sept. 8 Hawk Talk is paired with the Sept. 10 Hawk Watch suitable for adults and children old enough to enjoy using binoculars. Attendees to the Hawk Watch provide their own transportation and are welcome to attend any time between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Register online for each individual program. Sponsored by Granby Public Library and Granby Land Trust.

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Library Hours, 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. Library Hours, Cossitt Branch Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 3 – 8 p.m. Registration is required for many of the library’s programs. To register, follow the links on the library’s website or call the library. To learn more about upcoming pro grams, sign up for the library’s monthly eNewsletter on the website or by telephone.

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Immediately following this vote, an awesome celebration will take place at our north campus. There will be plenty of fellowship, a delicious lunch with desserts and fun activities for the children and the young at heart. We hope you will consider joining us on this momentous day. Our future in the Granby community looks extremely bright — full of hope and endless possibilities. We are an open and affirming church, welcoming to all and we hope to see you very soon!

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Granby Food Bank Collection Sat., Sept. 3, 9:30-11 am, North Campus

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Big Thank You to Summer Library Celebration and Trail Map Challenge Partners The Granby Public Library thanks all of the sponsors of this summer’s celebrations, including: Granby Stop & Shop, Collinsville Canoe and Kayak, Zen Catering, CT DEEP, Friends of Granby Public Library, Friends of Cossitt Library and Granby Library Association. In addition, thank you to all of our program presenters who helped take this summer “Beyond the Beaten Path.” The Library also thanks its partners in the Trail Map Challenge: Granby Ambulance Association, Granby Department of Public Works, Granby Department of Recreation, Granby Land Trust, Granby Senior Center and Youth Services, Lost Acres Fire Department, McLean Game Refuge and the Salmon Brook Historical Society.

SUNDAY WORSHIP

Over 500 people registered to be a part of the GPL Trail Map Challenge, and 163 people (and three dogs!) completed the challenge and participated in the grand prize drawing. The winners of the fantastic prizes, sponsored by Friends of Granby Public Library, were Dorothy L., Ava S. and Ellie F. Congratulations to all who participated.

We’re Not Done Yet.

2022 GPL TRAIL MAP CHALLENGE WINNERS

Author Talk with Gregory Dillon : Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch. Gregory B. Dillon is a former FBI agent who discovered misconduct, reported his concerns, and suffered reassignment, demotion, harassment, and threats of employment termination. Hear more of this true Connecticut saga from the author of The Thin Blue Lie: An Honest Cop vs. the FBI Copies of the book will be available for purchase (cash, check, credit card, Venmo) after the presentation. Dillon donates a portion of the proceeds to Shepherdsmentors. org Register online. Sponsored by Friends of Granby Public Library Secret Stories Behind the World’s Most Iconic Paintings: Tuesday, Sept. 20, 6:30 –7:30 p.m. via Zoom. From American Gothic to Whistler’s Mother to Nighthawks, there are some images that are so ubiquitous in our culture that we may overlook them, but they have stories to tell. Join art educator and curator Jane Oneail when she delves into these iconic works and shares the secret stories behind their creation and reception. Register online. Sponsored by Friends of Granby Public Library.

Join us for in-person Sunday Worship Services September 4th and 11th — North Campus at 9:30 a.m. September 18th and 25th — South Campus at 10 a.m. Services are also live-streamed and recorded for later viewing.

Many jobs arranged through the Seniors Job Bank are part-time, temporary, or one-off projects. But others are long term or become regular repeat engagements. Commercial and professional firms commonly turn to SJB and residential clients often use SJB to locate gardeners, companions, pet sitters and tradespeople to handle household repair and maintenance projects.Although the Seniors Job Bank’s office is in the West Hartford Town Hall, its assistance is available to job seekers and employers throughout the greater Hartford region. To register as a job seeker or find one to tackle a job, commercial or domestic, contact the Seniors Job Bank at 860-521-3210 or info@seniorsjobbankct.org or visit seniorsjobbankct.org

Seniors Job Bank President Bernie Weiss said, “I’m delighted, grateful— and relieved—that the intense efforts of our board’s search committee delivered these key staff members.” Guzzo has over 30 years of experience in higher education, corporate learning and development and community engagement in the public and private sectors. Most recently, at Capital Community College, she was Dean of Workforce Development, Continuing Education, Career Services and Community Outreach. She led the establishment of the Leadership, Excellence, Achievement and Development Center, a program providing workforce and professional development training, career, and other support services to more than 3,000 people. “My background in management and my passion for helping companies and workers reach their employment goals is a great fit with the mission of the Seniors Job Bank,” Guzzo said. Volpe has also served in positions involving career development and technology training, community outreach and marketing.

Please register for events online at egpl.org or call 860-653-3002.

Outstanding Natives: Trees and Shrubs for Northeast Gardens Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m., at the East Granby Community Center. Discover native shrubs and trees that add beauty and interest to your garden and benefit our birds, butterflies, and pollinators. Irish Step Dancing Performance Saturday, Sept. 17 at 1 p.m. Enjoy a performance by SRL Irish Dance Academy outside at the East Granby Community Center. Gen-ius of Taste Monday, Sept. 26, from 4:15 to 5 p.m., at the library. For grades 6 – 8. Join the Connecticut Science Center and discover DNA, the molecule that makes every living thing unique. Use the techniques of molecular biologists to extract your own DNA and bring it back to the classroom in a necklace. Then, explore one of the main genes influencing our ability to taste bitter substances as you use bioinformatics to analyze actual DNA sequences. Use your own sense of taste to infer what your tasting genotype might be.

Mini Movers : Fridays, Sept. 23 and 30, 10:30 – 11 a.m. at the Main Branch. For ages 14 months–4 years. A fun interactive music program featuring songs, dancing, scarves, and shaker egg activities. Registration requested.

The Seniors Job Bank charges no fees to job seekers or employers for its service. The organization is supported by philanthropic grants and donations from individuals, families, and businesses.

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Mother Goose on the Loose: Wednesdays, Sept. 14, 21 and 28, 10:30 – 11 a.m. at the Main Branch. Children 18 months to 4 years with caregivers are invited to an interactive program featuring nursery rhymes, stories and music activities that promote language development, visual literacy, social and emotional skills. No registration needed.

The Seniors Job Bank maintains a registry of approximately 450 job seekers, offering an extensive range of skills, talents, and abilities, blue- and white-collar to area employers.

Westfield Bank among most charitable

TEEN AND PROGRAMTWEENS

Bedtime Stories with Miss Heather : Tuesdays: Sept. 13, 20 and 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. at the Cossitt Branch. For ages 4–7 Join Miss Heather for stories, songs, and a craft activity. Pajamas encouraged. Registration requested.

The Boston Business Journal has named Westfield Bank an honoree of the 2022 Corporate Citizenship Award, a recognition of the region’s top corporate charitable contributors. “The past couple of years has pre sented companies and communities with many challenges, and the needs have continued to grow. It is with honor that we present our list of the Top Charitable Contributors in Massachusetts—com panies who gave $100,000 or more to Massachusetts-based charities in 2021. Collectively, they gave $322 million in cash contributions, a true example of the business community coming together to help those in need. We are proud to celebrate these organizations who give both money and time to make the state a stronger and better place for all,” said Boston Business Journal Market Presi dent and Publisher Carolyn Jones.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Story Times Baby Rhyme Time: Tuesdays, Sept. 13, 20 and 27, 10:30 – 11 a.m. at the Main Branch. Babies and toddlers up to age 2 with caregivers are invited to an interactive lap-sit program featuring a story, nursery rhymes, songs and baby sign language. Registration requested.

Seniors Job Bank fills positions—for itself

ARR! Talk Like a Pirate Day: Saturday, Sept. 17, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. For grades K–5. Ahoy matey! Celebrate with a craft and pirate-themed activities. Registration requested. Sponsored by Friends of Granby Public Library.

Monday Funday: Pirate Fluxx: Monday, Sept. 19, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Main Branch. For grades 6-12. Ahoy! Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day by learning how to play the ever-changing card game Pirate Fluxx. Registration requested.

Brigade, which fought many fierce battles in the Civil War. With his fame and renown, Meagher was later appointed de facto governor of the Montana Territory, where he clashed with the Committee of Vigilance, who enforced its own version of law and order. Meagher’s death was a mystery and remains unresolved to this day. Leading the discussion is John Rusnock. Books are available at the library, online and through curbside pickup. Register online or call the library to reserve your seat.

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The Seniors Job Bank, a nonprofit community resource that connects men and women over 50 looking for work with businesses, households and other employers in need of workers, has named Linda Guzzo, Ed.D, R.D. its Executive Director. Mary Volpe, M.S. has also joined the organization as program assistant. Guzzo and Volpe are both West Hartford residents.

EAST GRANBY PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS

Mary Volpe and Bernie Weiss at a May 25 job fair at the Elmwood Community Center in West Hartford. Submitted photo

Author Talk with Ann Leary Monday, Oct. 3, at 6:30 p.m., at the library. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Foundling, the story of two friends raised in the same orphanage whose loyalty is put to the ultimate test when they meet years later at a controversial institution—one as an employee, the other as an inmate. Books will be on sale courtesy of the Riverbend Bookshop.

Special Events Teddy Bear Picnic: Friday, Sept. 9, 11 – 11:30 a.m. at the Main Branch. For ages 2–5. Let’s celebrate Teddy Bear Day with a picnic—bring your teddy bear or another favorite toy animal, a picnic lunch and a blanket to sit on while we engage in stories and bear-themed activities. Registration requested.

• Co-sponsored legislation to strengthen CT laws affecting opioid abuse, prevention, and treatment.

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• Strong supporter of our police officers and corrections officers, opposed police accountability bill that makes our communities less safe.

“Jennifer’s Law” which expands state law regarding domestic violence to include nonviolent acts like financial and psychological abuse. The law also gives increased tools to judges to issue protective orders when needed.

• Ranking Republican on the Judiciary Committee overseeing the state’s judiciary, criminal justice and corrections systems

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State Senator John A. Kissel

Call John anytime at 860-745-0668.

• Supported a budget that increases ECS funding to local school districts in North Central CT.

• Successfully stopped proposals for new taxes on health insurance and gasoline.

• Co-sponsored bipartisan legislation to enhance children’s mental health care.

Paid for By Committee to Re-Elect Senator John A. Kissel, Scott Kaupin, Treasurer.

Fighting for Jobs. Lower Taxes and Safer Communities.

• Worked across the aisle to strengthen the state’s elder abuse laws. Co-sponsored legislation which extends the statute of limitations for the prosecution of crimes committed against the elderly.

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• Led call across district for suspension of the state gas tax and called for federal action to suspend the federal gas tax.

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Notably, the report identified 12 prior ity properties totaling 1,000 acres, then in private hands, for preservation. Today, over 750 of those acres — three-fourths — are protected from development. The final OSAC report proposed, and the Town adopted, an Open Space Policy that remains relevant today. It says, in part: “It shall be the policy of the Town of Granby to encourage the acquisition and holding of open space parcels of land within the Town if those parcels are of value to the Town and its residents in one or more of the following ways …” This helped set the stage on which the Town, individuals, and the land preservation organizations Granby Land Trust and McLean Game Refuge, have as of today secured some 10,000 acres in Granby as preserved open space, enhancing the character of the com munity, and enriching our lives. Asked how service on the BOS had changed over her almost 30-year tenure, Sally’s view is that it hasn’t changed that much. She says Granby has been blessed with many talented people who have volunteered their time to help govern the town. Over the years, issues arise that get the public’s attention — e.g., Walmart building on Rte.10, a proposed golf course, bears — and the BOS listens and ultimately acts. But, the majority of the work is the day-to-day governing and oversight of the professionals hired to run the Town; it is a matter of showing up, and doing the work. Her advice to others who may want to get involved: “Go watch the meetings, and when you do get involved, speak up.” In addition to the BOS, Sally has been very active in the Granby Horse Council, which helped make sure that regulations pertaining to owning horses and other Sally King accepts thanks and recognition from the Granby Democratic Town Committee for her almost 30 years of service in Granby government, as husband Eric Lukingbeal looks on. With her retirement from the BOS, Sally expects to spend more time with her dogs, enjoying the open spaces in Granby that she helped protect. Submitted photos

By Jenny Emery

Sally King: a legacy of governing in Granby

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livestock in town reflected Granby’s rural character. She has served for years on the State of Connecticut Juvenile Review Board.Shegot involved in agility training with her Australian Shepherds (they have had nine of them over the years), which evolved over the past seven years as she worked to get her dogs certified as therapy dogs. In 2015, the Granby schools called to see if she and the dogs could visit to help with the start of a particularly tough school year, and the reaction of the kids was so powerful that the visits continued throughout all the schools — until the pan demic. She and her friends and their dogs, the Bradley Buddies, visit Bradley Airport on Thursdays to calm stressed passengers and airport employees. She is looking forward to returning to the schools. As we consider her long tenure of vol unteer service to our community, consider the words of former Republican First Se lectman Scott Kuhnly, about his Democrat colleague, Sally King: “I enjoyed working with Sally. She always offered sage advice and perspective and the history she has in town is invaluable! I could always count on her to help steer the direction of the board in a positive way. I am extremely grateful for her friendship! Thank you for all you have done for this Town, Sally, it is a better place because of you.”

After 29-and-a-half years of service on the Granby Board of Selectmen, Sally King has decided to step down. She and her husband, Eric Lukingbeal — partners in serving our community in so many ways — aren’t going anywhere, so thank fully we will still see Sally riding her horse or her lawn mower or walking with Eric and her Aussie Shepherds at Holcomb Farm. Still, it is important to pause and recognize our pioneers and contributors, and for Granby, Sally was both. Sally met Eric at the law firm Robin son and Cole, where he was her mentor until she became partner, one of the first women ever at this prestigious firm. Both busy litigators, they were encouraged by their colleague, Dick O’Brien, to move to Granby in 1984, cutting their commute from Barkhamsted to Hartford in half, and they have never looked back. By 1986, Sally was seated on the Inland Wetlands and Waterways Com mittee, and in 1993 she was elected to the Board of Selectmen (BOS), where she remained until this summer. Back then, the Holcomb Farm had just come to the possession of the Town, and she was ap pointed to serve as the BOS liaison to the Friends of Holcomb Farm, the non-profit formed to manage the property. The farm and buildings were in terrible disrepair after years of neglect by the University of Connecticut so the Town and Friends had their hands full, for years, and Sally helped navigate. From this important start, open space became a theme in her work forInGranby.1999the BOS formed the Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC) and charged it with developing an inventory and prioritization of open space in Granby and presenting a plan to the BOS, to in clude communication with current owners and financial plans to support acquisition and preservation. Sally remembers long hours working with colleague Put Brown, identifying and cataloging Granby’s parcels. Asked for comment, Put noted: “Sally had a keen interest in preserving Granby’s ecological treasures, those features of the land that define the character of our community. We focused on assembling larger tracts of land, ones that offered landscape scale views and recreational opportunities. We also hoped to maintain working farms and interconnected pedes trian and wildlife corridors. Being an avid horseback rider, Sally brought nuanced insights to our discussions …. Her focus on the needs of horseback-riders, natural allies in Granby’s land preservation ef forts, was especially appreciated by the rest of us and found voice in our final recommendations.”

In addition to providing space for running around and playing, being in nature has a positive biological and mental effect. In recent years, interest in the relationship between exposure to green spaces and children’s and adolescents’ mental health has risen. Studies suggest being outside decreases hyperactivity and inattention

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This laid the foundation for a modern approach to science and medicine. Vi tamin D production is one of the most well-known health benefits activated by exposure to sunlight. Maintaining proper vitamin D levels protects against disease, optimizes physical performance, and improves mental health for our skeletal, cardiovascular, neurological,and immune systems.Butis there more than sunlight and vitamin D that benefit us from being in nature?Inadults, the rising prevalence of Al zheimer’s disease and related dementias calls for novel prevention strategies. Cognitive function in middle age is as sociated with subsequent dementia and is considered a risk factor for declining physical functioning and mortality Stud ies show being outside and even viewing soothing nature videos is associated with improved cognitive function in older adultsOutdoor activities, sunlight, and green spaces provide opportunities for physical activity, social engagement, and psy chological restoration, which improve mental capacity and reduce the stress of noise, pollution, and conflicts. Being physically active decreases dementia risk, while poor social engagement in creases dementia risk. The association between psychological restoration and dementia has been documented across population-based studies In this re search, the attention restoration theory states that people can recover from stress and mental fatigue and concentrate better after spending time in, or even looking at, green Increasingspace.evidence suggests that higher air pollution and noise exposure are associated with faster cognitive de cline and higher dementia prevalence Sitting inside, especially alone in a dark ened room with only a TV or video game, also contributes to increased cognitive decline, depression and stress. Daily outdoor exposure counteracts this and should be in a park or country setting, if possible, rather than on a busy city street. Opportunities to engage in playful outdoor activities are essential to people with dementia and may delay or prevent progression to more severe stages of dementia. They may also provide respite to care partners. People with dementia may feel overly protected and stifled, so going outside could put care partners at ease while creating space for people with dementia to explore and look at flowers, trees, clouds, and grass. Nature often reminds them of carefree childhood days and is calming, even if they cannot expressStudiesthis.also show that the cycles of nature, such as changing seasons, rain, snow and growing cycles, have a calm ing effect. Cognition comprises memory, attention, language, visuospatial and decision-making, all providing the ability to think and interact. Studies have looked at “attention restoration” as improving cognition and found that greenery and nature provide an effortless exposure to natural patterns that may relieve the stress of cognitive decline and the fatigue it creates and may even help prevent more rapid decline. We all know from experience that chil dren benefit from going outside, but why?

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Contact our Arden Courts memory care advisor to arrange for your personal tour. After your tour, you will receive your free book and learn about other available resources which can help your family.

There is a healthy association between being in or even viewing nature and the mental well-being in children and less depressive symptoms in adolescents and youngPolicymakers,adults. urban and education planners, and mental healthcare workers should protect children’s and adoles cents’ mental health in light of rapid global urbanization by providing suf ficient exposure to green spaces. We are fortunate to live in a natural setting. We all, especially our elderly and young, should have time outside each day, or at least view from a window or even a nature movie if unable to physi cally go outside. The child, adult and especially a dementia patient who only sees the view from one spot in a room all day with the hum of a video game or TV is in a negative environment men tally and physically. The prescription? Go outside, sit or take a walk, enjoy our beautiful area.

“Go outside and play.” “I need some fresh air.” “Let’s go for a walk.” The calming effect of sea breezes, mountain views, or simply clouds in a blue sky is all something we naturally turn towards to relieve the stress of our lives. However, there is a science to the need to go outside and to encourage children to go outdoors. We feel the need to re fresh and revive and we head out. And now we know that regular exposure to nature, such as parks, forests and other green areas, may help improve cogni tion and reduce depression, according to a recent Boston University and Harvard School of Public Health study. Researchers found that green space exposure could be an inexpensive way to boost the function and state of mind. The findings suggest that exposure to green areas decreased depression and cognitive decline in adults and helped children with ADHD and other mental and behavioral problems. We have long used the power of sun light to prevent infections, ward off diseases and heal illnesses. There is a reason we innately enjoy soaking in the sun’s rays on a beautiful day: beneficial biomolecules activate when your body is exposed to light, positively impacting both mind and body. These healthy pho to-byproducts act as anti-inflammatories, vasodilators, which help reduce blood pressure, and endorphins. They keep your body strong, and your mind focused. The benefits of sunlight have been welldocumented throughout history. Nursing pioneer Florence Nightingale observed during the Victorian era that sick patients in rooms with ample sunlight recovered more quickly than in rooms with no windows.

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If you are a Granby Senior Center member, please register for programs through SchedulesPlus.com/granby If you are not a member of the Granby Senior Center or you do not have access to a computer, please call 860-844-5352

Chair Yoga : Tuesdays, Oct. 4–Nov. 29, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Enhanced breathing, seated and standing classic Yoga poses, plus balance training and core strengthening. Guided meditation finishes the class in a calm and relaxing manner. Instructor Paula Pirog. Cost per 9-week session: $48 residents; $56 nonresidents.

Please visit granby-ct.gov/senior-services or check Center Life Newsletter for a complete listing of health services, support groups, clubs and ongoing activities.

Let’s Get Technical: Tuesdays, Oct. 4 to 25, 1-2 p.m. Presenter Gail Altschwager. Oct. 4: Basic Functions: What’s an operating system and why you need to know which operating system your devices use, calling, texting, voice mail, managing contacts, E-mail, and being security savvy online. Oct. 11: Finding Stuff: What search engines are, how to use them and how to learn how to use your device. Oct. 18: Pictures: Taking, storing and sending them. Oct. 25: Apps: What they are, passwords, how to find apps, how to install apps, how to use apps and how to delete them. Free. The Messiah of the Old Testament: Wednesdays, Oct. 5 to Nov. 16, 10-11:30 a.m. This class will review and discuss messianic passages in the Old Testament from Genesis, Exodus, Psalms, Isaiah and other prophets and more. Instructor Skip Mission. Free. Trips Hebron Harvest Fair: Friday, Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Crafts, food vendors, animals, special events, entertainment—it’s all here at the Hebron Harvest Festival. You will pay your admission ticket on your own at the gate. $10pp. Yankee Candle Village and Richardson’s Candy Kitche n: Wednesday, Sept. 14, 9:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Far more than just a candle store, Yankee Candle® Village in South Deerfield, Mass. is one of New England’s favorite day trip destinations. Find over 200 new, classic and limited-edition fragrances and candle accessories, personalize candles to capture cherished memories in scents and wax, catch snowflakes indoors at the Bavarian Village, satisfy your sweet tooth, shop for toys, gifts, home décor, and kitchen and garden items, and celebrate Christmas every day. Lunch on your own on the premises at Hillside Pizza. The last stop will be Richardson’s Candy Kitchen. $10pp. Dine and Drive: Parkville Market: Monday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Parkville Market brings together over 25 vendors that offer a variety of different types of foods, from Italian, to Tex-Mex, Asian, Brazilian, New England Classics and so much more. You will have the opportunity to eat from whichever restaurant you would like. or sample a few. Seating is available indoors or outdoors. Shop the specialty grocer vendors and pop-up shops. $5pp.

Pedicare Footcare : Third Monday and fourth Friday monthly, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. by appointment only. $35 not covered by insurance.

Outdoor Activities Urban Hike: Tuesday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet at 20 Leibert Road in Hartford at 10 a.m. Hike from Riverside Park to Hartford, over the Connecticut River to East Hartford. Enjoy some of the 16 sculptures that make up the Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk. Level terrain but there are many stairs getting up and down from bridge. Led by Judy Cooper. Free.

Gentle Movement for Strength and Balance: Mondays, Oct. 3–Nov. 28 (no Oct. 10), at 11:15 a.m. This class will gently increase your strength, help your ability to balance, and provide stretching to maintain and increase mobility. Instructor Paula Pirog Cost per 8-week session: $48 residents; $56 non-residents.

Line Dancing: Thursdays, Sept. 8–Oct. 27, 1:30- 2:30 p.m. A line dance is a choreographed dance in which a group of people dance along to a repeating sequence of steps while arranged in one or more line or rows. No experience needed, learn as you go. Instructor Mary Root. Cost per 8-week session: $48 residents; $56 non-residents.

CRT Hot Lunch: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 12–1 p.m. Let someone else do the cooking. Community Café offers a healthy, low-cost lunch for seniors 60+ and the opportunity to join with others. Monthly menus are available at the Senior Center. All participants are required to complete a one-time informational survey. A donation of $3 per meal is suggested to help cover costs, however no one is denied a meal if unable to pay. Reservations are accepted until noon on Friday for the following week by calling 860-844-5350. Ask the Attorney: First Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Specializing in Elder Law. Please call to set up an appointment for a free half-hour consultation. Cribbage: Fridays at 1-3:30 p.m. and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Free. Set Back: Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m. Free. Music Jam: Every other Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring your instrument and join in. Music from 60s-80s. Free. Stamping: Third Thursday of every month, 9:30-11 a.m. Make beautiful cards for all occasions. All materials provided. $5 per class.

Healthy Minds: Situations such as the death of a loved one, failing health or strained family relationships can be daunting to face alone. Working with our Marriage and Family Therapist, may help you move forward with the better part of life. To schedule a confidential appointment, call 860-844-5350.

Exercise Programs Chi Gong via Zoom: Wednesdays, Oct. 12–Nov. 30, 9-9:45 a.m. The practice of Chi Gong helps us to feel grounded, nurtured and relaxed so that the body’s energy can be naturally directed to help our organs function optimally, create flexibility in the muscles, suppleness in the joins and bring balance to our emotions. Accessible and beneficial to all skill levels. Instructor Mary Ellen Mullins. Cost per 8-week session: $54 residents; $63 non-residents.

Lifetime Learning Academy Armchair Expeditions–Latin America : Thursdays, Sept. 1 to 29, 2–3 p.m. Through live presentations on Zoom, this set of lectures examines the fascinating history, culture and places of Latin America with special focus on Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Peru. Taught by world historian Jared Day, PhD, we will explore the color, the contrasts, wonderful features as well as the serious challenges facing these unique cultures of the world. $10pp.

Chair Massage: First, third and fifth Tuesday every month, 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Bev offers 15-minute chair massages for $10. Must have a current Senior Center membership to participate. Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic : Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Courtesy of the Farmington Valley Visiting Nurses Association. Held in the Senior Center Community Room.

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Shopping: Clinton Premium Outlets : Monday, Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Includes: Armani, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Coach, Talbots, Vera Bradley, Saks off Fifth and much more. Lunch on your own on the premises. $10pp. Lyman Orchards: Monday, Oct. 3, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Lyman is the perfect trip for fall apple and pumpkin picking, then on to the Apple Barrel Farm Market. The enticing aroma of fresh baked products fills the market. Every day, all day long, fresh pies, apple cider donuts, muffins, cookies, breads, pastries, and many other desserts are made in the Farm Kitchen Bakery. Lunch will be on your own at the deli serving up amazing sandwiches and salads. $5pp. Road Trip to Great Barrington: Wednesday, Oct. 12, 9:15 a.m.-4 p.m. Great Barrington is a great town nestled in the Berkshires. Main Street offers shopping and restaurants and you will have time to explore and have lunch. Next stop is Freund’s Farm Market which offers a bakery, prepared meals, gourmet preserves, pickles, gifts, seasonal produce, pumpkins and flowers. If the fall foliage cooperates you will be treated to an eye festival of color. $10pp. Cathedral of the Pines, Rindge, NH : Wednesday, Oct. 19, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Stand among the tall pines overlooking the valley, listen to the wind whisper through the branches in this place of beauty, inspiration and peace. On your guided tour, explore the sanctuary, sacred spaces, monuments, and burial grounds built as a memorial to those fallen in service. Lunch will be at the nearby Woodbound Inn with its rustic and cozy atmosphere. The sit-down lunch menu is either stuffed chicken or baked haddock, salad, vegetable, potato, dessert and beverage. Grab your camera and explore several covered bridges on a guided driving tour in Southern New Hampshire. $104pp. Dine and Drive: The Tavern: Friday, Oct. 21, 10:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The Tavern Restaurant in Westfield is in a former post office built in 1910. The interior 20-foot ceilings along with several arched windows add to the ambience of this century old building. The building was decommissioned as a post office in 1974 and sat vacant until it was purchased and renovated into a full-service restaurant in 2004. The structure might be what brings you in but the quality of food and service will surely bring you back. The menu offers something for everyone with a full assortment of dinner and lunch entrees plus a large variety of offerings on our sandwich and salad. $5pp. Olde Mystic Village: Monday, Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. There are so many quaint shops to visit featuring jewelry, specialty foods, eyeglasses, general store, gardening, kitchen, Irish gifts, Scandinavian gifts, chocolates, Christmas decor, teas, toys and more. Lunch on your own at one of the several restaurants onsite. $10pp. Ongoing Programs

Makers Club: Mondays at 10 a.m. Bring your latest project to work on and enjoy some great conversation. Free. Camera Club: First Monday of the month at 7 p.m. The club is for photography enthusiasts. Each month a different topic of interest is discussed. Annual membership is $10.

Tai Chi/Qi Gong: Thursdays, Oct. 13–Nov. 17, 9-10 a.m. In this new, beginner course we will learn some of the fundamentals of Tai Chi and eight of the many forms. The first half of class will consist of Qi Gong warmups that are suitable for all abilities. Although this class will focus on standing exercises, it is possible to do this class seated. Instructor Maryellen Mullins. Cost per 6-week session: $48 residents; $56 non-residents

Special Programs Aging Mastery Program: Thursdays, Sept. 15–Nov. 17, 10-11:30 a.m. Aging Mastery is a comprehensive and fun approach to living that celebrates the gift of longevity. Central to the Aging Mastery philosophy is the belief that modest lifestyle changes can produce big results and that people can be empowered to cultivate health and longevity.

Legends of the Old West: Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1–2 p.m. It all started in 1915 when William S. Hart starred in a film called The Great Train Robbery, frequently referred to as a western film, even though it was filmed in New Jersey. The film isn’t very long and it’s perfect for our introduction to Legends of the Old West—it began a long line up of cowboy film stars that have lived in our memories since John Wayne, Chuck Connors and Roy Rogers strapped on gun belts and took acting lessons. Who were these heroes? Where did they come from? What were their real names? Let’s have some fun. Popcorn anyone?! Presenter Joseph Ouellette. $5pp.

Equally important, the program encourages mastery—developing sustainable behaviors across many dimensions that will lead to improved health. All materials and resources align with the goal of helping people enjoy self-sufficient lives. The path to mastery is entirely individual. Individuals set their own goals and create their own pathways to these goals, opening the door to autonomy and purpose in the process. Curriculum includes Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery; Exercise and You; Sleep; Healthy Eating and Hydration; Financial Fitness; Advance Planning; Healthy Relationships; Medication Management; Community Engagement; and Falls Prevention. $65pp. Fall Painting Party: Wednesday, Sept. 21, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Join in the fun as we paint a beautiful fall painting. No drawing experience necessary—you will transfer the design right on your canvas to paint. Come and join the fun. Instructor Sandra Poirier. Register by Sept. 14. $25pp.

The Secret Life of Owls by Horizon Wings: Wednesday, Oct. 5, 1–2:30 p.m. Horizon Wings was formed in 2001 by Mary-Beth Kaeser as a 501c3 non-profit wildlife rehabilitation center specializing in Birds of Prey located in Ashford. Horizon Wings has several raptors that cannot be released back into the wild due to their injuries, but are kept at the rehab center and used for educational programs. It seems that owls have always been surrounded by an air of mystery, probably because most are nocturnal and not easily spotted in the wild. This is your chance to be only a few feet away from a Northern saw-whet owl, an Eastern screech owl, a barred owl, a barn owl and a great-horned owl. Discover the extraordinary features of owls, including exceptional eyesight, hearing and ability to fly silently. Register by Sept. 30. $5pp. DIY Decoupage Pumpkin: Thursday, Oct. 6, 1–3 p.m. Spruce up your mantle or table decor with this fun artificial pumpkin project. Participants will be guided in creating a set of matching pumpkins that vary in size, shape and personal taste. Instructed by local artist Katherine Tolve. Register by Sept. 30. $15pp. Magic and Mind Show : Thursday, Oct. 20, 2–4 p.m. Jim Sisti, Mystery Performer, will amaze the audience with his unique brand of comedy magic and mentalism. He has performed for numerous Fortune 500 companies and celebrities, performs at Mohegan Sun, etc. Register by Oct. 13. $8pp.

Special Events Italian Dinner: Wednesday, Oct. 26, 5–6:30 p.m. Join us for homemade lasagna, salad, garlic bread and dessert with entertainment by Jack Sings Dino! Learn about Collette Travel and Granby Senior Center’s partnership to bring you Italian Vistas traveling in 2023. Register by Oct. 19. $10pp.

Yoga : Tuesdays, Oct. 4–Nov. 29, 4-5 p.m. Strength building sequences, standing and on the mat. Includes balance and Pilates floor work. Instructor Paula Pirog. Cost per 9-week session: $48 residents; $56 non-residents.

Center Council is your time to discuss the happenings of the center and share different ideas. This upbeat group will be led by program coordinator Jennifer Kielbasa, all are welcome to attend. Free.

Crafting for the Center with Jennifer: Second Thursday every month until Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Join Jennifer, our program coordinator, to create centerpieces, decor and more for our themed events throughout the year. Take pride in your work, share your creation with your friends and take it home after the event. Free. Center Council with Jennifer: Fourth Monday every month until Dec. 26, 1-2 p.m. Do you have ideas you want to share? Do you have feedback for the center? Is there something you would like to see added to the calendar?

Health and Wellness Hearing Screenings : First Friday of the month, 9-11 a.m. Hearing Care Centers will conduct hearing screenings that include hearing aid cleaning and evaluation. Free.

Fall Risk Assessment : Thursday, Sept. 22, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free 15-minute appointment with Farmington Valley Health Department to assess your fall risk so you can prevent injury. Matter of Balance: Wednesdays, Oct. 5–Nov. 23, 2-3:30 p.m. Provided free by Farmington Valley Health District. This award-winning program is designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

In the Community On Aug. 16, Friends of Holcomb Farm and First Congregational Church volunteers went to the Thrall Family Homestead Farm in Windsor to harvest tree-ripened peaches and delectable table grapes for distribution to people in need.

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Friends of Holcomb Farm and First Congregational Church volunteers harvest fruit at Thrall Farm for people in need. From left, Tyler Pollock, Granby; Liz Lewtan, Avon; Laura Orentas, West Hartford; Amy Eisler, West Hartford; Ann Wilhelm, Granby; Patty Sansone, Granby; Donna Snyder, Granby; and Liana Eisler, West Hartford.

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Photo by Sarah Thrall FOHF volunteers Patty Sansone and Donna Snyder harvest grapes at Thrall Farm for people in need. Photo by Amy Eisler

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More than 125 people turned out for the brunch to support Holcomb Farm’s Fresh Access program on June 26. It was a great way to celebrate how Fresh Access has grown.

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The Tree Trail volunteers have had their buckets full, all summer, toting water up the hill to the young trees. To date, they have had to water the trees 17 times. This is an enormous undertaking, which involves hauling jugs of water up the hill, then slowly soaking the roots of each and every tree. We are so appreciative of the work they do. Tree Trail volunteers also oversaw the removal of dead Ash trees discussed in an article in this issue of the Drummer

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Photos by Donna Snyder Family fun included delicious (and adorable) cupcakes for kids of all ages at the Fresh Access Brunch.

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that we expect to continue right through the summer and fall. The current view is that we will be able to resurrect the ever-popular winter CSA shares. Make sure you are on our email list if you want a chance at securing a share; we expect them to go on sale in September and they always sell out fast. Sign up for email list at holcombfarm.org or email cathy@ holcombfarm.org

September 2, 3 & 4

Sunday Brunch to Benefit Fresh Access In June, the Friends hosted a special celebration in honor of our Fresh Ac cess program. A family-friendly event at the farm, with Sunday Brunch catered by Clark Farms, drew a sold-out 125+ people to enjoy the iconic setting. Par ticipants enjoyed games, saw a video on the Fresh Access program developed by students from St. Joseph’s University, and heard from several of our Fresh Ac cess Institutional partners. It was a great way to celebrate how Fresh Access has grown, from $7,500 donated for food for people in 2015, to almost $65,000 in 2021—an estimated $90,000+ at retail! Doing the work In the Farm Fields If one wants to understand at least one dimension of farming, look no further than the juxtaposition of summer 2021 with summer 2022. From torrential, crop-killing rains last year, to drought conditions now, we persevere. For our crops, wise investments in an irrigation infrastructure years ago are proving to be critical, and Farmer Joe and his crew have been producing a bountiful harvest

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The Friends also benefitted from the time and talents of Heads Up! Hartford, community service summer camp that unites urban and suburban youth to improve our communities and develop as leaders. In addition to lots of hours of work clearing invasives and doing trail maintenance, the campers built and donated two lovely picnic tables to the Farm. Visit them at your leisure: one is south of the main campus near the horse corral, and the other is in a nice shady spot near the CSA barn.

Campers from Heads Up! Hartford built and donated two lovely picnic tables to the Farm this summer.

The fruit complemented that week’s Fresh Access delivery of Holcomb Farm produce to the Wheeler Health and Wellness Centers and the Granby Senior Center. Some of the produce was delivered to parishioners at the Fir st Congregational Church in Granby and the Life Church in Granby, as well. The Friends of Holcomb Farm thanks the Thrall Family for their generosity and the beautiful fruit.

September 16, 17 & 18

Looking Ahead Together with all of Granby’s vibrant agricultural community, we invite you to join us on Saturday, Sept. 17 to celebrate Granby’s Open Farm Day. Here’s what will be happening at Holcomb Farm: 10 a.m. Chris Prosperi from Metro Bis will provide a cooking demo at the CSA Barn, 111 Simsbury Road; 11 a.m. Guided Tree Trail hike. Park at the CSA barn and walk south on Simsbury Road to the Tree Trail trailhead (at the Day Street South intersection). Your guide will meet you there; 12 – 3 p.m. Caleb Lagan, an eight-year veteran of the farm, will be cooking up our veggies to hand out and sample at the CSA Barn; All Day. Holcomb Farm Alumnus Allie Kraushaar will have a sampling from her Tariffville shop, Moss Life, at the farm and will display amazing living terrari ums and arrangements at the CSA Barn; All Day. Pic k Your Own Flower patch—$10 to enjoy our amazing flower garden and cut yourself a bouquet, at the CSA Barn.

10. Because our patients can’t talk, veterinarians must rely on inquiring minds and keen powers of observation. We were taught the importance of a thorough physical exam as well as the need to obtain an accurate history. Our professors would stress this approach especially when working with large animals. Of course, a little practical experience over the years doesn’t hurt.

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Ten rewarding veterinary experiences

8. The old saying that cats have nine lives is proven at the veterinary hospital every day. Felines are remarkably resil ient and heal very quickly. Cats usually manage to stay out of trouble but when they are sick or injured, they often re cover without complication. Spaying a cat is a real abdominal surgery but you would never know it from their normal behavior the next day.

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3. Solving the puzzle of difficult medical cases is a worthwhile challenge. Sometimes it takes all of our diagnostic tools to solve a complicated case. It’s great to have a full laboratory on-site to get answers in a hurry.

Veterinary medicine is still one of the most popular career choices for young students. Although there can be long hours and stressful emergencies to manage, this career path can be very rewarding. Here are 10 examples of vet erinary medicine that I find particularly interesting and satisfying.

On a lovely—if too dry—August morning, members of the Friends of Holcomb Farm gathered in the fields east of Simsbury Road, overlooking the farmland, to celebrate the successes of the past year and share plans for the future. President Bob Bystrowski wel comed the attendees and guests, and the fruits of our labors were reviewed by Farm Manager Joe O’Grady and vari ous board members. Highlights of 2021, detailed in the Annual Report (available at holcombfarm.org/) included:

• The trails were maintained as public use continued to grow (despite the washout of the bridge to the western acres), and the Tree Trail developed to the degree that, in the spring of 2022, it gained national recognition from the Garden Club of America, through its Frederick Law Olmsted Civic Improvement Award; • Through the continuing generosity of donors and by securing grants, the Friends’ financial standing remained strong.Members of the Friends unanimously approved two new board members: James Szipszky, who moved with his wife to West Granby almost two years ago and immediately got involved in trail maintenance and Tree Trail activity; and Cat Kadrle, another West Granby resident who moved to town in 2020 and whose kids have already become famil iar with the Farm’s trails and treasures. There were shout-outs to numerous vol unteers who have gone above and beyond this past year, and encouragement for others to join in. Membership—being a “Friend” of Holcomb Farm, which means purchasing a CSA share and/or donating $25 or more a year per family—stands at 673. If you’d like to give back to your community and spend time with a great group of people, please consider volun teering your time at Holcomb Farm. To sign up, just drop us a note at cathy@ holcombfarm.org

7. Diagnosis by x-ray gives instant gratification. Bladder stones, fractured bones and some gastric foreign bodies are easily demonstrated to the veterinar ian as well as the owner. It’s often all there in black and white for everyone to see. Surgery to correct the problem is often the next step and nothing beats helping an animal by making an incision and tying a few knots.

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2. Working as a team is very rewarding. During the pandemic veterinary prac tices have become extremely busy. The whole profession has been faced with a demanding schedule. Tons of urgent care appointments have become the norm. Working as a team has proven to be a necessity and we are very proud of our employees. They have supported each other and at the end of the day the team has helped lots of animals and their owners.

The positivity was palpable at the Friends of Holcomb Farm Annual Meeting on Aug. 20. The incredible growth of our Fresh Access program, the expansion of our awardwinning Tree Trail, the enthusiasm of our new members and new board members, and the responsible management of our assets—all the news was met with an enthusiastic “Aye.”

The following were named to the dean’s list at Endicott College for the spring semester: Sarah Bennett and Tyler Grashaw from Granby; Mackenzie Dowd and Erica Presbie from North Granby.

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1. One of the most enjoyable parts of the job is definitely office visits with puppies and kittens. The whole office loves to take part in these wellness ex ams. There can be a lot to cover now that veterinary medicine places importance on preventive care. The staff enjoys pa rading the infant pets around the office, which is great for socialization. A true morale builder during these busy times.

6. Fixing a problem with oral meds is always nice. Many diseases can be eas ily and inexpensively cured with oral medications such as urinary tract infec tions, kennel cough and thyroid issues. It’s great to take care of simple problems and alleviate pain and suffering with the medications that we keep on the shelf.

Missed the annual meeting? The Friends of Holcomb Farm Annual Report is now available at holcombfarm.org

There are some office visits where we eventually get around to discussing the animal’s medical issues at hand. If you’re not a people person then this profession is not for you.

9. Successful birthing experiences are excellent. This is especially true for the large animal practitioner. Nothing beats delivering a calf, foal or small ruminant and having a live birth with a healthy mom and baby. There is always the possibility of a c-section, which is exciting for our staff because it can be all hands-on-deck. Surgery is usually quite successful depending on the situation.

4. Meeting interesting clients is always a benefit. People really open up and tell us stories when their pets are involved.

Holcomb Farm CSA members love pickyour-own options, including our flower beds. At Open Farm Day on Sept. 17, all visitors will be invited to cut their own beautiful bouquets for just $10.

Photo by Rick Orluk Farm Manager Joe O’Grady gave a report on the state of the farming operations at Holcomb Farm at the Annual Meeting. Despite drought conditions, the farm crew has managed to produce a bountiful harvest this summer.

5. Seeing weight loss success and complimenting the owners. Obesity is a big problem with our dogs and cats. Giving advice on how to accomplish weight loss and seeing the change at the next weigh-in is a fun little moment. Of course, it’s not a secret on how to get the weight off their companions (diet, exercise, less treats), but seeing the numbers go down and the smiles come up is always fun.

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• Despite having to cancel 2021 winter CSA shares due to the excessive rain, the summer 2021 farming season success fully delivered for CSA members, retail customers and Fresh Access; • Fresh Access provided more than 18,800 pounds of vegetables and 3,500 pounds of fruit to people in need, locally and in the greater Hartford area: a total wholesale cost of almost $65,000;

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A campaign to raise awareness of and control invasive plants sponsored by Granby’s Conservation Commission Progress is Possible

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Over the last century and more, we hu mans imported plants that do great harm to the natural balance of plants and ani mals—and to ourselves. Invasive species, plants and animals, are considered one of the prime causes for species extinction because of their ability to out-compete and displace native species. Repairing the damage caused by unre strained growth and spread of invasive plants sometimes appears impossible. Invasive action teams in Granby tackled tough areas at Holcomb Farm over the last 18 months and have completely transformed them to sites of beauty and natural health that will require far less at tention to maintain into the future. In the process, plenty was learned about how to have a big impact with limited resources. These lessons are useful for anyone working to bring an invaded area under control. For more detail and photos, visit GranbyInvasivePlants.weebly.com

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It’s exciting to liberate, with hatchets, hand saws, loppers and chain saw, ma jestic trees that are relentlessly engulfed by vigorous Japanese bittersweet vines. Cutting the vines as high as possible and leaving the trunk clear makes it pos sible to follow up if vines start up again. There’s no way to completely pull vines that are already 20 or 40 feet up—they have to rot in place gradually over sever al years before they are completely gone. Trees completely blanketed with vines won’t recover and need to be cut down along with the vines. Those that are par tially covered may be worth saving by cutting off the dead sections and freeing the healthy parts—it’s a judgement call often guided by the shape of the surviv ing portions and how realistic it is to protect it from inevitable invasive attacks into the Nearbyfuture.bushes, shrubs and smaller trees are often vine launching pads. Sturdy multiflora rose, autumn olive or honeysuckles are invasives that should be cut to the ground and pulled by the roots, or cut repeatedly until their roots can no longer support new growth. But some vine enablers are desirable natives such as dogwoods, cherries, willows, crabapples and others that can flourish when invasives are removed. It’s more work to preserve these than to cut them down—repeated attention is needed over time so that vines don’t get rees tablished—so planning and accurately identifying them is crucial.

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pull young bittersweet, MF rose, Asi atic barberry, winged euonymous, garlic mustard, mugwort, purple loosestrife and wineberry, for example, and much harder to eliminate them when they get larger. Learn to identify these plants when they are young—a couple inches to a foot high—and the best ways to pull them, roots and all. Some require gloves; oth ers break easily above the root and are best pulled when the soil is moist and the grip is firm and gradual. Once pulled, let ting the hot sun dry them out in shallow piles is usually enough; but if they have flowered and seeds are present, burning them or bagging and disposing of them reduces next year’s labors. Cover the Earth Invasive plants succeed because they are terrific at procreation: seeds tend to last several years and all they need is light, water and a bit of soil to launch new generations. Leaving bare soil is throwing out a welcome mat to invasives and native weeds. Commercial mulch is a great way to cover the soil and deprive seeds of light, but more may be needed. Rather than pulling every last bittersweet or garlic mustard seedling, for example, smother them with layers of cardboard, heavy craft paper or newspapers, cov ered with mulch or woodchips. In a few months, the layers will break down and native alternatives can be planted in holes, leaving the layers in place. Plastic sheeting, landscape fabric and mulches that shed water also smother seedlings, but they don’t enrich the soil and often make it harder for desirable plantings to access the water they need. Follow-up — Again — and Again They are good at what they do, those invasive plants, and while our atten tion shifts to other things, they are recovering and rejuvenating. Cutting mature bittersweet vines, for example, often stimulates ultra-vigorous new growth that rapidly shinnies back up tree trunks—10 feet or more per year. Pulling every single garlic mustard or dame’s rocket one year can seem pointless when the same infestation appears the next. The good news is that it’s not hopeless; the bad news is what it takes. The new sprouts from mature invasive trees, shrubs and vines with extensive root systems can be cut every year, even several times a year, for several years, to diminish them in strength over time—slowly. Quicker methods include pulling out by the roots (often requiring heavy hand or power tools); solariz ing with clear or black plastic (see the June Not Wanted column); and careful cut-and-paint strategies, especially in late summer and early fall, with liquid herbicides.Smallerinvasive plants, like garlic mustard, purple loosestrife, and dame’s rocket (that spread mainly by distributing seeds) can be defeated by faithfully pull ing and destroying every one for several years. For plants that spread mainly by rhizomes (horizontal roots that burst through the soil as new plants a few inches from their parents) like mugwort and Japanese knotweed, prevention is the best strategy. Carefully pull every single invader to prevent them from becoming established. Once established, solarize or use chemicals on these really tough customers. Learn More For information about Granby’s inva sive action successes, specific invasive plants, control strategies, pictures and resources, visit GranbyInvasivePlants.

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A final note: The Granby Camera Club was saddened by the death of founder Harry Fischer in July. He will be greatly missed and remembered with great fond ness not just by the Camera Club, but by all the people he helped so generously at the store.

Q: I have been told I need a crown on a tooth. Is there a quicker way than the traditional two visits?

Most meetings feature special programs that will add knowledge in the various components of photography: equipment and related computer programs, types of photography such as portrait (human and pet), nature, landscape and sports.

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Claire Newhall, of East Granby, was named to the dean’s list at Saint Anslem College for the spring semester. Abigail E. Thrall , of Granby, was named to the spring dean’s list at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

The advantages of using the CAD-CAM fabrication technique include: • Extremely accurate restorations can be •producedTheprocedures can be completed in a single appointment • There are no messy impressions • No temporary crowns that might fall off or be sensitive • The restorations are tooth-colored and natural looking, and they’re bonded in place.

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The procedure involves the use of a special optical camera which is used to record the exact dimension of your prepared tooth. After we carefully design the restoration, we select an appropriate size and shade of porcelain to match your teeth. The material is placed into a miniature milling machine, followed by a special oven, and in less than one hour, it’s carefully and meticulously shaped into a beautiful, custom restoration that fits your tooth precisely. The type of porcelain used today is twice as strong as in the past, which makes it virtually impossible to break apart. This revolutionary CAD-CAM unit allows us to preserve more healthy tooth structure and restore the tooth to 100% of its original strength! Patients are amazed at this incredible technology and can watch the entire process right in front of them. The doctors and staff of the Granby Dental Center invite you to see all of the new and exciting advances in modern dentistry at our office. Computerized Dental Radiography allows us to lower radiation doses to our patients by 50-90%!

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The panel in the Senior Center Community Room where the Camera Club’s monthly Scavenger Hunt photos are displayed.

Occasional field trips are enjoyed by all. Past highlights of the club include hav ing an exhibit each June in the Granby Library, mounting a show at Lost Acres Vineyard on the club’s 20th anniversary, photographing the Granby Road Race and high school sports and taking photo graphs for the Simsbury Town Calendar. Simsbury no longer publishes the calen dar, but the club expects to continue all the other activities and looks forward to having the show at Lost Acres for its 30th anniversary in 2024. In addition, this year the club pho tographed the town’s Juneteenth celebration and the wildflower planting

During the Covid years, the club met via Zoom but meetings have returned to in-person. The Zoom technique might come in handy again during winter months when weather can discourage attendance.

Michael Atkinson-Woodward , of North Granby, received a B.A. in East Asian studies from the University at Albany, graduating cum laude in the 2021-22 academic year. Marieke van der Mark , of North Granby, graduated from Baylor Univer sity in May with an M.S. in education, sports management.

Photo by Shirley Murtha on Route 10/202. Photos of these events were published in the Drummer A few years ago, Camera Club presi dent Paula Johnson discovered that other camera clubs frequently talked about an activity called the Scavenger Hunt, in which members select three words each month to use as inspiration for taking photos. One word is always “favor ite,” the other two words have covered such topics as color, sense, shadows, structures and water. This activity has become very popular with the Granby club. Members take photos to share and critique with regard to subject, technique and composition at the next meeting. The photos are then displayed in the Senior Center for the next month. Photos are also posted on the club’s Facebook page, where viewers are invited to ask ques tions or make comments.

Today, we have modern technology called CAD-CAM that allows us to custom create tooth-colored restorations, crowns and veneers right here in our office. In a single appointment we can prepare your tooth, create the restoration, and bond it in place!

In 1994, Bob Orr and Harry Fischer (the manager of Granby’s camera store at the time) decided that a camera club for people who shared a passion for photog raphy—learning about it, creating their own style, and just plain enjoying the beauty of it—would be a good addition to the town’s social and artistic organi zations. Thus was formed the Granby Camera Club, which exists to this day, continuing its mission to “pursue pho tography as an art form.” The club meets at the Granby Senior Center the first Monday of each month from September to June. It is open to people of all ages and levels of ability. Not just Granby residents may join, but also folks from surrounding towns. The club matches up new members seeking more expertise with experienced mem bers who will mentor them.

A. Yes, in the past, the process of making an onlay or crown involved a series of appointments in our office, with a temporary crown for weeks, followed by the fabrication of the restoration in a dental laboratory.

Camera Club takes stock of its past; plans for its future

The first meeting of the 2022-23 year will be on Sept. 12, starting at 6:30 p.m. (a half hour earlier than usual) because a field trip to photograph a farm is on the agenda. The group will return to the Senior Center for the regular meeting and sharing of the photos. Each meeting of the club is announced in the In Town Focus section of the Granby Drummer Other programs planned for the year include guest speakers Robert Floyd, Wendy VanWilie, and an evening of Pet Photography with Penny Wills. Johnson hopes that new folks will join the club this year; all are welcome. Anyone having questions or wanting more information can contact her at pjgranby38@gmail.com

Longest Day Granby was a big success

Each year at the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, the Alzheimer’s Association raises funds nationwide to benefit finding a cure for this dev astating, life-altering disease. The Alzheimer’s Association also provides a wide variety of programs and services for caregivers. Its 24-hour helpline is 800-272-3900.ThefirstLongest Day Granby fundraise r on June 21 was held at South Church, which generously donated the space.There was a great turnout, so many community members attending and sup porting — in fact, the inaugural event raised more than $3,000. The committee looks forward to seeing everyone next year, the day after the summer solstice, on Thursday, June 22, 2023.

The planning committee and the com munity are grateful to sponsors Small Town Septic, Glanville Real Estate, and MLK&R law firm. Thank you to TJ Burritos, Zen Cater ing, Greeting the Seasons, Welcome Entertainment, and so many other wonderful local businesses and vendors for supporting and attending this event. Thank you to the dozens of local busi nesses that donated raffle prizes, which were a big hit! And thank you to Master of Ceremonies, Brad Field, beloved former CT News meteorologist.

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In Memory Of ….. Thornton, Roy Donald, 69, June 10 Lanham, Jayne (Bombard), 64, June 11 McLaughlin, Mary Kelly, 93, wife of the late Bernard J. McLaughlin, June 17 Hammond, Deborah Susan, 70, former wife of Sarote Roskunpanit, June 16 Puncavage, John Joseph, 45, June 16 Glover, Lorrie (Lindgren), 63, former wife of Tim Glover, June 17 Malloy, Thomas, 87, husband of Bernadette (Morgan) Malloy, June 18 Doyle, John Adrian, Jr., 78, husband of Christine Burbank Doyle, June 19 Garbeck, Maryann, 81, wife of the late Michael P. Garbeck, Sr., June 19 Cabral, Donna Lee (Welch), 63, wife of Frederick M. Cabral, June 24 Padron, Claire Ann (Kurowski), 80, wife of the late Ramon Padron, Jr., June 24 Sterling, Lynne (Taylor), 81, wife of the late David C. Sterling, June 25 Lydon, Richard James, 85, husband of Elaine Quenneville Lydon, June 26 Sullivan, Petty Officer 2nd Class Ian Robert Calvin, 34, husband of Paige Lee (Letendre) Sullivan, June 26 Rookey, Lynn Christie, 59, former wife of Rodney A. Rookey, June 27 Morelli, Karen Louise, 79, wife of the late Aldo S. Morelli, Jr., July 6 deLeon, Laurie J. (Yourous), 64, former wife of Cesar A. deLeon, July 8 Hurowitz, Howard, 87, husband of Cecile Rosenfeld Hurowitz, July 9 Smith, Samantha Jo (Adams), 31, July 10 Bilts, Cynthia A., 74, wife of the late John R. Bilts II, July 14 Fischer, Harry F., 88, husband of Lois (Stanton) Fischer, July 16 Webster, Frederick Alton, 80, husband of Elizabeth (Lamkin) Webster, July 21 Dunn, Robert N., 87, husband of Margaret Dooley-Duncan, July 23 Mayo, Marion L., 95, wife of the late Robert Thurston Mayo, July 25 Lemoine, Lori Marie, 54, wife of Jim Cyr and former wife of Lawrence Lemoine, July 29 Jenkins, Brian Stanley, 64, July 30 Hutcheons, Kelly Anne, 58, wife of David Hennessey, August 14

The time and effort put into the fun draiser by the planning committee was invaluable and very much appreciated. It is never too early to sign up to be a volunteer, sponsor or vendor. Please contact Heather Dobbert at 860-8191528 or heatherdobbert@gmail.com

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Remembering September 11, 2001

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Today we remember all those lives so tragically lost on September 11, 2001, in a terrorist attack on our country. Twenty-one years have gone by since that day when families’ lives were forever changed. Holidays, birthdays, and family gatherings always have a loved one missing—only memories, photos, and love remain. It started out as a beautiful September morning with blue sky, sunshine, and late summer flowers blooming. People were going about their daily lives doing ordinary things. Then, the tragedy struck—planes crashed into the Twin Towers, the Penta gon, and a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. It seemed almost unbelievable until we saw the pictures on television—people in shock running, buildings collapsing, billowing black smoke, and debris and white dust everywhere. Into this, first responders rushed without thought for their own personal safety. Many would lose their lives trying to save others. Even today people are still dying from the effects of breathing in all the toxins released. It is for all the lives lost for whom we mourn. We know that those gone will always be part of our hearts’ memories. We ask God to comfort their loved ones. And may all who died rest in eternal peace. We will always remember…—Bernadette R. Gentry

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Shady trails beckon summer visitors to the Katan-Ensor Preserve in West Granby.

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In its quarterly publication, Connecticut Woodlands, the Connecticut Forest and Park Association (CFPA) recently featured photos of a Granby Land Trust (GLT) hike led by board member Jen Plourde. On Connecticut Trails Day, Plourde led a group of GLT members on a hike of the GLT’s Mary Edwards Mountain Property in North Granby. Jake Koteen, a Granby resident and professional photographer, documented the hike. His fabulous photos were selected for publication, including this one, which ran on the magazine’s cover.

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On a lovely summer evening, GLT members Mark and Ryan Kennedy, like minutemen of old, responded to a last-minute appeal from Wilcox House Caretaker Mark Williams and showed up within hours of being asked to help unload lumber that will be used for repairs to the Salmon Brook Historical Society’s Lyman Wilcox Barn. Meanwhile, GLT vice president Dave Emery harvested, milled, and delivered lumber, entirely pro bono, for the Theproject.Wilcox house and barn are located on a 45-acre property that was acquired in a 2020 bargain sale that the GLT negotiated with Wilcox family descendent Steve Hastings. The GLT then transferred ownership of the house, barn and two acres of land to the Salmon Brook Historical Society, which is diligently doing restoration work to both buildings. Working together, these two organizations are preserving an important part of Granby’s history. Photo by Mark Williams

My best fishing buddies also happen to be my closest friends. We’ve known each other for years and are comfortable sharing our innermost thoughts. About fishing, I mean. There’s nothing like spending lots of sunburned, fishless hours together on a boat to get a group of guys to really openConsequently,up. we say some pretty funny and entertaining things. Someday, I hope to have enough material to write about our quips, but an article is slow in the making. Mostly for two reasons: first, I’m not very good at timely recording what gets said; and second, most of it is not fit for general audiences. Plus, entertaining quips aside, we rarely say anything of literary value. Which is why, a few years back, I bought the book The Quotable Fisherman. I figured that, while I’m collecting enough quotes from my group to withstand the sensibilities of the Drummer editors, I would borrow a few from more esteemed sources. What follows are several quotations I took from The Quotable Fisherman, with some commentary on how they relate to my own experiences. “Every day I see the head of the larg est trout I ever hooked, but did not land.” Theodore Gordon (1914) Mr. Gordon is, of course, talking about the “one that got away,” and about how we spend so much more time contem plating the fish we lost than the ones we have actually caught. I suspect his point is this: a great deal of the joy of fishing comes from having no choice but to use our imagination about what’s out there and how close we came to catching it. This is ultimately true, but in my expe rience, it takes some time to formulate such poetic thoughts. In the group that I fish with, the initial reaction is usually a profanity-laced tirade, followed by slump-shouldered silence, and completed by the “Laying of The Blame.” Here is a recent text exchange between me and two buddies that illustrates what I’m talking about.

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Okay. You got me. This quote isn’t in the book. And I’m pretty sure Ms. West wasn’t talking about fishing. But she could have been. You can ab solutely catch more fish by being good. That is, by practicing and by obtaining and learning how to use the right tackle in the right conditions.

Mae West was right. Sometimes bad is better. Photo by Mark Fiorentino

Dave #2: “To your point…last year on a charter I battled a fish for 20 minutes only to have the mate tighten my drag and the line immediately snapped. That fish still haunts me.” Mark: “Lawsuit!” Dave #2: “Right?” Mark: “Are you suffering mental pain andDaveanguish?”#2:“Yes, indeed.”

Case in point: an eighteen-inch large mouth bass I caught a few years ago. Fishing was extremely slow, and I was bored. I switched from my typical bass lures to a thin wire hook. Hoping to catch a few bluegills to break the monotony, I baited the hook with a tiny nub of worm. No self-respecting bass would give the nub a second look, and even if one did, the wire hook would surely bend open under the pressure of any fish of even marginal size. In short, I was utterly unprepared for a bass to strike. In fact, I was unprepared to hook any fish. Even the bluegills weren’t biting, so I had set my pole down to grab a snack. When it doubled over, I thought I had snagged something on the bottom. I grabbed the rod with one hand and yanked, hoping to break free from the snag without having to set down my snack. Oddly, there was some slight give in the line, then a slight tug. “Hmm,” I thought, “not a snag.” Anxious to get my first bluegill on board, I proceeded to do precisely what you shouldn’t do when you you’ve hooked a big fish, especially on light tackle like a thin wire hook: I dropped my snack and reeled furiously. Then, the coup de grace. Even when I got the fish close enough to see that it was a large bass, I did the inexplicable. Rather than landing it in the net, I hoisted it, wire hook and all, over the railing.

Mark (from a local lake): “I had a BIG ONE hooked. Peeled off some line before he broke it. Line broke inside the [closed-faced] reel, so I think that nasty, percent#2*--* percent$ cottonwood pol len got me. I need to change the line.” Dave #1: “That’s terrible. It’s the ones you miss that you’ll remember.”

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Mark: “Besides the normal, I mean.” There was no further comment from either Dave #1 or Dave #2. That could be for any number of reasons, including that I left no room for intelligent retort, but I’m willing to give them the benefit of the doubt and assume each was lost in his own thoughts about other fish that got away. “Fishermen are born honest, but they get over it.” Ed Zern (1945) I’m sure Mr. Zern meant to add: “espe cially fishermen who try to write about theirHaveexperiences.”Ieverbeen dishonest about fish ing? I guess it depends on how you define “honesty.” Does providing an educated guess to fill in an unknown detail count? Like, when I say, “based on my experi ence, the bass that broke my line was well over six pounds.” Or how about a good faith effort to make a story more interesting without knowingly making a false statement. Compare the following two versions and I think you’ll see what I’m getting at. 1. “I’m not sure how long I fought that fish, but it seemed like a long time.” 2. “Back and forth the fish went, taking and giving line. The battle was epic. How much time elapsed, I could not say, but in the end, I had only hopelessly stretched line and aching arms to show for it.” Embellishment, I’m sure you will agree, is different than dishonesty. But there’s definitely a line you can cross. To wit (I’ve got to stop reading books like The Quotable Fisherman), I recently asked a man who was sitting in his boat at the dock after a long day of fishing: “How did you do today?” His response: “Not well, but I did avoid losing one of my best rods. This one here. I was sorta daydreaming when a fish hit my line so hard it jerked the rod out of my hand. It went sailing into the water, and before I could grab it, the fish pulled it under. I thought it was a goner. But then a remark able thing happened. The fish jumped out of the water, bringing my rod with it. He was close enough to the boat that I was able to get a hold of the rod before he went under again.” “Did you land the fish,” I asked. “Nope, the fish got away.” That’s where I think the man crossed the line. Not, in his case, by embellish ing, but rather, by failing to embellish. I might have actually believed a story in which he both got his rod back and (at least) fought an epic battle with the fish before he failed to land it. “When I’m good, I’m very good. But when I’m bad I’m better.” Mae West (1933)

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Take, for example, a recent success I had while fishing a favorite section of the Farmington River. I was using a “rising crankbait,” a lure designed to wobble when you retrieve it and to rise in the water column, nose down, when you pause. It’s supposed to simulate baitfish struggling to swim into the current. It works best when you time your pause so that the lure rises right in front of where you expect fish to be. In riv ers, especially during the summer, that is often on the upstream side of rocks. The rocks create a break in the flow that predators use to conserve energy as they wait to ambush their prey. Even though I have used this particular lure a lot, it took me three casts to get the line at the right angle above the rock, and two more to properly time my pause. “Being good” worked. On that fifth cast, a feisty smallmouth darted out and took theButlure.“being bad” can also lead to remarkable results. Some of my most memorable fish were caught despite me doing every conceivable thing wrong.

Short of immediately cutting the line when I thought it was snagged, I could not have done a better job of being bad. And yet, at my feet lay one of my top ten bass of all time. So, yeah, if they ever publish a second volume to The Quotable Fisherman, I think Mae West ought to be in it.

The Farmington Valley Visiting Nurse Association provides flu vaccinations to the public from the end of September through early November. The flu season was relatively light during the Covid pandemic due to pre ventative measures of face masks, avoiding crowds and distancing. As we move out of the pandemic and do not practice these preventions, we may find flu becoming more prevalent. Receiving a flu shot this year is very important and will help in cases where both Covid and the flu are circulating. Annual flu shots are recommended because immunity declines and the flu strains change from year to year. The influenza vaccines given this year at the FVVNA clinics are Flucelvax (regular) and Fluad (High Dose) in prefilled syringes without preservatives. These vaccines are both quadrivalent containing four strains of inactivated flu virus, including two subtypes A (H1N1 and H3N2) and two types B of the flu Flu Shot Clinics by FVVNA viruses likely to circulate this season. The syringe, syringe plunger stopper and tip caps do not contain natural rubber latex. The Fluad vaccine contains an adjuvant compound that boosts the immune sys tems of folks over age 65. This year the VNA cannot accept Cigna, Care Partners of CT and Health New Eng land health insurances. Please see your pharmacy or health care provider to receive your annual flu shot if you have these coverages. Flu clinics will be held at the Granby Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 2 to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon. A flu clinic will be held at the East Granby Senior Center on Monday, Oct. 17, from 3:30 to 5:30. A flu clinic will be held in Hartland at the First Church Par ish Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For additional locations and times please visit farmingtonvalleyvna.org and call 860-651-3539 to make an ap pointment.

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Fifty years ago, when I was a student at Kelly Lane School, Dan Martino was our custodian. He was at the school when we arrived for classes and he was still there when we went home from school. Martino, a quiet man with gray hair, was about five feet six inches tall, and always went about his business. He never got in the way of classes or students. He was responsible for keeping the school clean every day, making sure everything was fixed and mowing all the grass around that school. Martino did the job for 26 years, retiring in 1988. I found out later he was a World War II veteran. Not only did he serve his country, but he served his town as well, as a custodian at Kelly Lane for over a quarter century. Another custodian who got his start at Kelly Lane and later moved to the high school, was Barry Stulpin. My children were students at Kelly Lane when Stulpin was there and I always appreciated the great rapport he built with the students, making sure they students didn’t forget things and telling jokes. Stulpin would

August 30 was the first day of school in Granby and many kids were excited to get back to school to see their friends. The kids saw a clean school, a school that looks almost new, because of the silent workers—the school custodians who worked hard all summer preparing for the new school year. I say silent workers, because they do the dirty work, clean up the messes at school, all the floors, and all the desks. They also clean all the bathrooms as well as change light bulbs and other things needing to be fixed.

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The Granby Men’s and Women’s Breakfast groups couldn’t have had a better day for the first Burgers and Dogs Summer Social at Ahrens Park. Follow ing several days of 90°+ temperatures, Aug. 12 was more temperate with lower humidity. Almost 100 Granby citizens enjoyed the opportunity to mingle, eat and listen to music. An Open Mic gave a few brave warblers a chance to share their talent—much to the enjoyment of the attendees.

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Burgers and Dogs Summer Social draws a crowd

grouse about the work he had to do; how ever, he was quite proud of what he did so the kids would come back to school the next day to a clean and safe school. Stulpin recently retired from his many years of custodial work and is devoting his time to his family, which includes babysitting his young granddaughter. If he can find any spare time, he goes out fishing. Happy retirement, Barry! One last custodian I would like to mention is Juan Carlos Subiza, who emigrated from Cuba to make life better for his family. In 1994, Subiza left Cuba in a raft and covered the 90 miles to the United States to gain freedom from the oppressive government there. Subiza was aided by some non-profit groups to live here in the United States and he ended up in Granby. He worked a variety of jobs before eventually becoming a custodian at the high school. The courage it took Subiza to come to this country is extraordinary and his dedication to both his work and his family is admirable. While there are many more folk who keep our schools in order, Dan, Barry and Juan are great examples of dedi cated workers who keep students safe in school, all the while taking care of their own families. I encourage everyone to thank school custodians if you get the chance, as they provide a safe and clean environment for our students to thrive in. To learn more about Granby schools, join the Salmon Brook Historical Society by calling 860-653-9713, or go online at salmonbrookhistoricalsociety.com

The Men’s Group Chairman, Duncan Rowles, said this event had been in the planning stages for almost two years. Originally planned for August 2021, a heat wave and heat index of close to 105° last year prompted a cancellation.

Members of the leadership teams of both organizations worked to make it happen and to provide the hands-on labor to make it a success. Treated as a recruiting event, the free social was open to all members, nonmembers, and their families. Many happy reunions were part of the day as old acquaintances were renewed. Men and women of all ages are en couraged to join the monthly breakfasts held at the Granby Senior Center. Preregistration is appreciated because they must have a good head count to prepare the food. Register by calling (860844-5352) or dropping into the Senior Center. Walk-ins on the morning of the breakfasts are also welcome.

Don’t miss this interview or any of CT Valley View’s shows by checking your local PATV station’s airing schedules or visitingContactctvalleyviews.comSusanReganvia the website or email, ctvalleyviews@cox.net Susan Regan hosts CT Valley Views. Submitted photo

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Regan and Diane Mulholland (right), owner of the Manhattan Restaurant where the WDRC Listeners’ Luncheon was held July 8. Submitted photo

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Joe Markley is a Connecticut politician who represented the 16th State Senate District from 2011 to 2019 and was the Republican Nominee for Li eutenant Governor on the general election ticket with gubernatorial candidate Bob Ste fanowski in 2018. Susan Regan, host of CT Valley Views, discusses the Aug. 9 Republican primary results with Markley, who is most candid with his responses. This segment will provide behind the scenes relevant commentary on the respective candidates’ campaign strategy, shed ding light on what has been noted as surprising outcomes particularly in the US Senate race.

Susan Regan presented monogrammed golf shirts to Gary Byron, host of Talk of CT Gary Byron Show and Ryan Roberts, the show’s producer, at the Listen ers’ Luncheon held at the Manhattan Restaurant in Southington on July 8. Robert’s shirt identified him as the 2022 Radio Personality of the Year and Byron’s shirt recognized him as The Republican Voice of Reason. Guest speakers at the event were Bob Stefanowski and Mary Fay.

The following graduated in May from the University of Connecticut: From East Granby–Erin Brewer, B.A.; Jamie Crane , B.S.; Adrian Eaton , B.S.; Aleksandra Fiedziukiewicz , B.A.; Prasad Gosavi, B.A.; Elizabeth Jacobs, M.A. and graduate certificate; Maxwell Landolina, B.S. in engineer ing; Noah Leadbeater, B.A.; Kimberly Lewin , B.S.; Kelli Martin , master of social work; Prudencio Olmos , M.B.A.; Ivana Sofia Prats Del Valle, B.S.; Noah Swanson, B.S.; Matthew Turner, M.S. From East Hartland–Ciara Hale , B.S. From Granby– John Bayersdorfer, B.A.; Charles Bridges, Ph.D. and M.S.; Amy Crose, graduate certificate; Sarah Cusano, B.A.; Lauren Grashaw, B.S.; Adam Kinsley, B.S.; Madisyn MacDonald, B.A.; Erin Moody, B.A.; Tess Myers, B.S.; Sam Nguyen , B.S. in engineering; Jacob Payton, associate of applied science; Benjamin Sargent, master of engineer ing; Mackenzie Stahl , B.S.; Alyssa Tweeddale, B.S.; Daniel Walter, B.S. From North Granby– Ryan Collins , M.B.A.; Jacqueline Grimaldi, B.S.; Anthony Newman , B.S.; Cameron Rose Vujs, master of social work. From West Granby– Christopher Kardys , B.S.; Madison Maroney, B.S.; David Schneid, M.B.A.

Routine maintenance is required to pre vent the build-up of creosote, a product of combustion, in the chimney connector and the chimney. Any ashes removed from the heating appliance must be completely out prior to being removed or disposed of. Only use a metal receptacle for remov ing ashes. These ashes may remain a fire hazard for many hours after the fire “has gone out.” They must be removed from the building and not be in contact with materials that will burn. Improperly disposed-of ashes cause accidental fires every heating season. The Granby Building Department urges safety when using any appliance. The department is available to answer ques tions at Working860-844-5318.smokealarms and CO detec tors save lives. Contact the Fire Marshal if you need assistance testing or installing smoke alarms. The Fire Marshal may be reached at 860-844-5321.

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Wood-burning stoves can be a way to lower fuel costs and aid in heating a residence. Wood stoves and alternative heating devices can also be a life-threat ening hazard if not installed properly. A building permit is required for any alternative heating appliance prior to the installation. These are required to be a listed and labeled appliance. The installation requirements, as specified, have been tested and are required by the manufacturer for clearances. The instal lation should be inspected and approved through the building department prior to using the heating appliance. There may be additional air needed for proper combustion.Thereare floor and wall protection requirements to prevent heat build-up and minimize the risk of fires caused by heat exposure. The chimney connector and the chimney have their own require ments for clearances from combustibles. The chimney has height requirements to properly remove products of combustion from the house.

At left: With operator Austin Pike at the controls, the Sennebogen makes quick work of cutting a dead ash and its Oriental bittersweet vines. The 44foot boom can take down a three-foot diameter tree in under five minutes. Here, the tree comes down in two sections. The machine on the left is the Sennebogen with the 44-foot boom. On the right is the machine that takes branches and brush out of a truck with a claw on a boom to feed the Vermeer chipper. The chipper is not visible in this photo, but the boom can reach its conveyor belt.

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Three days in mid-August saw a big change to the landscape at Holcomb Farm. Thanks to the public-spirited generosity of Eversource, a long line of dead white ash trees growing in a hedgerow between the southeast and southwest fields was cut, chipped and trucked away to be used by the Friends of Holcomb Farm’s CSA. The ash trees had been growing in a hedgerow made of very large boulders. In the fall of 1950, Tudor Holcomb hired a backhoe to move these boulders out of the southwest field to make it suitable for grazing. It is unknown whether Holcomb planted the ashes, but the even spacing, similar age and number of trees (about 25) suggest he may have. The trees, all white ash, were a common tree in Connecticut and would have provided some afternoon shade for the grazing cows. As many townsfolk will remember, Tudor and his sister Laura were the last Holcomb generation to farm the land. Under the terms of Tudor’s will, the Town became the owner of the over 300-acre farm in 1992. The nonprofit Friends of Holcomb Farm (FOFH), was formed soon after the Town took ownership with its mission “to preserve, promote and utilize an historic, working New England farm.” In 2018, FOHF established the Holcomb Tree Trail and started planting trees to start a small arboretum. This was done with the permis sion of the Board of Selectmen. Volunteers have created an extensive network of mowed walking paths connecting the trees in the arboretum, which now number about 80. One of the Tree Trail paths runs along the hedgerow with the ash trees. For at least the past 20 years, ash trees have been suffering from a bacterial disease called ash yellows. The disease affects the trees’ vascular system, resulting in substantial dieback and premature death. This usually takes two to ten years. More recently, the emerald ash borer, a rather pretty green beetle from Asia, has also at tacked some of the ashes. The evidence of borer infestation is the unusual blonding of the bark, caused by woodpeckers eating the beetle larvae under the bark. Together, the ash yellows infection and the ash bor ers killed most of the hedgerow ash trees; only a few still showed some leaves. All of these trees were covered with invasive Oriental bittersweet vines which can grow to 60 feet. More important, however, were that dead ash limbs—some six inches in diameter—would fall without warning and land on the mowed paths. The FOHF put up hazard warning signs a couple of years ago directing walkers not to walk under the trees and relocated the mowed path further from the trees. How did Eversource get involved?

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Ash tree removal at Holcomb Farm

The “before” view to the west of some of the dead ashes in the hedgerow. The trunks are covered by invasive Oriental bittersweet vines, not leaves.

The “after” view, taken the day after Distinctive Tree finished its work. The boulders in the hedgerow are obscured by vegetation. The Friends of Holcomb Farm hope to implement a vegetation control strategy. Submitted photos

A serendipitous meeting In the winter of 2021-22, Eversource regional vegetation manager Bob Allen stopped by O’Brien Nursery on Wells Road. Allen has been a friend of John O’Brien’s for years and, as they were talk ing, longtime local resident Barry Avery also stopped by to talk to O’Brien. Avery is one of the founders of the Holcomb Tree Trail. Avery told Allen about the Tree Trail and about efforts the FOHF was making to manage invasives and about dead ash trees. Allen said that Eversource has been investing in public service projects includ ing planting 100 trees for the Town of Amherst, Mass. and suggested that perhaps Eversource could do something to help with the hazards caused by falling limbs. Soon after, Melissa Kracke, an Eversource arbor ist, contacted Avery and the project began. Thanks to this serendipitous introduction by O’Brien, as the saying goes, the rest is history.InFebruary two representatives of Ever source’s contractor, Distinctive Tree Care of South Windsor, met at the hedgerow with FOHF and representatives of the Granby’s Department of Public Works. Stan Bart kowiak and Kracke, both from Eversource, and Jay Nikitas, of Distinctive Tree Care, walked the site along with DPW’s Chris Faria and several FOHF members, includ ing Avery, Peggy and Jack Lareau, and Eric Lukingbeal. Of course, O’Brien was there as well. After some discussion, Eversource offered to fund Distinctive Tree Care’s ser vices for two full days to cut and remove the dead trees. The work would be done using a very large forestry material handler made by Sennebogen, a German manufacturer. All parties agreed the work should wait until conditions were dry to minimize the damage caused by the heavy equipment. Fortunately, the weather cooperated, and on Aug. 10, when work started, Granby was in the moderate drought category and was headed for the severe drought category. The Sennebogen 718E, a tracked vehicle, cost $1.75 million according to Nikitas. It has a 44-foot articulated boom with a claw and a saw, which can grab the tree trunk, cut it, and then lower it to the ground. The operator sits in a cab, protected from falling limbs. Sennebogen operator Austin Pike spent an entire day and part of the next day cutting down the ash trees as well as several dead junipers which had been strangled by bittersweet vines. The following day, a Vermeer 2300XL chipper arrived. A smaller crane fed the ash trunks and limbs, and the extensive bittersweet vines into the chipper. This was no ordinary chipper—it is capable of chipping a 4-foot diameter trunk. During the day, about 15 truckloads of chips were delivered to the CSA at Holcomb Farm. On the third day, a cleanup crew dispatched from Distinctive Tree, cleaned up the re maining branches shed by the dead trees, which were quite brittle. With the ash trees gone, only their stumps remain and many are at least 36 inches in diameter. Counting the rings on these larger stumps suggests that the trees were 50–70 years old. The work on managing the hedgerow area isn’t over, however. Invasive vegetation, mostly bittersweet, multiflora rose and autumn olive, obscures most of the boulders so the FOHF will be working on a plan to clear some of the boulders.TheFriends of Holcomb Farm thank Eversource for its generosity. The Town of Granby has benefited from Eversource’s investment in this tree removal project making the trails safe again and greatly improving the appearance of this part of Holcomb Farm. Thank you to all the people involved with this project. Eversource: Stan Bartkowiak, supervisory, vegetation management; and Melissa Kracke, arborist. Distinctive Tree Care: Rick Dondero, land scape foreman; Gavin DeJesus, operation foreman; Colin Cook, debris disposal; Jay Nikitas, project manager; Austin Pine, Sen nebogen operator; Liam Thomas, grounds man; Steve Person, chipper operator; and Matt Cresotti, log truck operator

When 6th grader Austin announced “I’m just not that into goats anymore,” Nancy found herself too attached to the little characters to give them away and decided to find a way to have them earn their keep. At first, it was making goat cheese, but other farms in Granby were doing that.

Nancy left Traveler’s a year after the couple’s first child Mollie was born. The job had involved a lot of travel, keeping her away from home. A Master Gardening class at the University of Connecticut got her thinking how she could put her lifetime love of plants to good use. She quickly found two opportunities.

Don’s creative side eventually won out over the insurance industry and he pur chased Minuteman Furniture Restoration on Hungary Road in the fall of 2004. The next year, the couple left their West Hart ford home for rural Granby. By then, they were a family of five: Mollie, Austin and Ethan were 11, 8 and 3 at the time. As a youngster, Nancy had enjoyed the sewing, knitting and embroidery crafts, as well as making botanical prints and baking berry pies. One would think that once unemployed and at home in Granby, she now had plenty of time to indulge in these artistic activities, but what’s a farm without ponies? Shortly after getting two of those, chickens and goats (primarily for son Austin) were added to the mix. With the addition of a large vegetable garden, Nancy found herself back in the farming way of life of her childhood.

By Shirley Murtha

Nancy Butler, braiding some grass while being interviewed.

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In addition to visiting the little shop on the farm on Hungary Road, Nancy’s products can be purchased here in town at Holcomb Farm, Simsbury Pharmacy, Mondazzi Book and Bead in Windsor, the Granville Country Store and the seasonal farmers markets at Lost Acres Vineyard.

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The Lyric Hill Farm shop on Hungary Road. Guard goats checking out some visitors at Lyric Hill Farm.

Photos by Shirley Murtha Butler teaching a class in pie crust decoration.

Nancy Butler: Lyric Hill Farm’s many talented artisan

Nancy’s second choice was soap, and that has become Lyric Hill Farm’s most famous product. In the early days, Nancy gives credit to Nancy Ross of the Dutch Iris Inn for having the soap in the inn, selling it, and directing customers to the Hungary Road address. Granby’s Japanese B&B, O Gawa Shou, uses Nancy’s soap, supplying her with Yuzu essential oil that they bring back from their visits to Japan to include in the product. Nancy also makes tiny tins of body butter for them to give to guests. Serendipity came into play when hus band Don gave his friend Jim Larwood some of Nancy’s soap. When Jim and his wife later opened the Laundry Works on Mill Pond Road, they remembered the soap and really liked the fact that it was made of all natural ingredients and no harsh chemicals. “Do you make detergent?” they asked Nancy. When her reply was “No,” they answered “Well, you should!” Their interest in a natural eco-friendly product got Nancy investigating what detergents contained.Astudydone by the University of Wash ington showed that air fresheners and detergents contain toxic products including formaldehyde and acetone. That was defi nitely contrary to what Nancy wanted. She studied many detergent recipes, looking for components that satisfied her requirements. In addition to cleaning, she required low suds, softening, and rinsing clean without leaving a residue. It sometimes takes new users a while to realize that the instruc tions are true: one of the little included scoops is strong enough for an entire load of dirty jeans and delicate enough for lacy unmentionables. The detergent comes in unscented or lavender varieties. The lav ender gets its scent from lavender essential oil. All of the ingredients and packaging are made in the USA and are recyclable andThroughcompostable.hermany appearances in local and not-so-local craft shows and farmers markets, Nancy has become a bit of a celebrity. Articles about Lyric Hill Farm have appeared in Connecticut Magazine, Hartford Magazine, Seasons and Con necticut Food and Farm. Nancy and the goats were also the subject of a Channel 8 news program describing how the goats appreciate the donations of used Christmas trees. Yes, goats eat them. Don takes time from his furniture resto ration chores to take care of the chickens, but the rest of the horse, goat and cat care is handled by Nancy. In her spare time, she tends the garden, makes the soap (with its delightful felted wool coverings), the detergent and the lavender wands to scent closets and drawers. She conducts classes in how to make the wands and soap, and also how to bake perfect pies. Her beautiful intricate pie crusts are amazing to behold.

Anyone who knows Granby resident Nancy Butler as a multi-talented artisan and goat whisperer would probably be amazed to know that, although having an artistic bent from childhood, her college degree was in geology with a minor in civil and environmental engineering and that her first career was as a paralegal! Raised in the farming community of Bethel, New York, she left home for Cor nell University where she earned those degrees. Before beginning a job search, she visited a friend in Bloomfield. She liked the area and her friend’s mother got her a job in The Travelers’ start-up mutual fund department. At the Travelers, Butler met Lois Neu mann, the niece of Lois Allen Longley, of Allen’s Cider Mill here in town. Longley and Butler became friends with both Loises and occasionally helped out at the Cider Mill. Don Butler also knew Lois Neumann and on a visit to North Granby in 1987, he and Nancy became acquainted. Since they ended up married, you know they hit it off, but the beginning of their relationship was a bit challenging as Don had a job in Chicago. Their long-distance romance flourished and he transferred here in the late 80s, working at a series of consulting and insurance-related corporations.

At White Flower Farm in Litchfield, she scored a one-day-a-week job as a garden advisor, and at Westmoor Park in West Hartford, she became the resident horti culturist, designing gardens, writing the newsletter, and teaching classes in various crafts such as wreath-making with natural materials. The best part was that she could bring her growing family to work with her. A change in workplace occurred when her youngest needed to attend pre-school. St. Joseph’s College in West Hartford had a pre-school and also needed a secretary to the president. Nancy applied for the job, and for one year, was back in an office.

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Kelly Anne Hutcheons, of Granby, died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, August 14, 2022, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was 58 years old. Kelly was born on June 19, 1964, in Springfield, Mass., to parents Maureen Scott Hutcheons of West Springfield, Mass., and the late William Joseph Hutcheons, SheJr. is survived by her husband, David Hennessey; her children, Connor and Meggie Hennessey; and siblings, Kate Hutcheons-Caskin of Rockville, Md., Brian Hutcheons of Milford, N.H., and Shawn Hutcheons of Longmeadow, Mass.; as well as Summer, her beloved golden retriever. Growing up in Western Massachusetts, Kelly was an exceptional student-athlete. A four-time all Massachusetts 1st team forward, she played on four championship soccer teams at West Springfield High School (1979-1982) and was a standout on the track and field team. Kelly also played on the softball team and was named division one all Western Mass 1st team shortstop. She went onto play soccer at the University of Massachusetts Amherst where she was a business major, graduating in 1986. Prior to becoming a stay-at-home mom, Kelly worked in finance at Merrill Lynch in Springfield, Mass.,, ADVO in Windsor Locks, and Aetna in Hartford. A talented photographer, Kelly shared countless photos of family, friends, neighbors, and Granby High School athletes and sporting events, often contributing them to the Granby Drummer. She was a bright light who left us too soon, but we will always remember her warmth, generosity, and love for her family, friends, community, and Cape Cod. She will be missed. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held at a later date. To leave a condolence for her family, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com

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If you didn’t get to Coward’s during last season’s Open Farm Day, they will be on-site again this year on Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can learn how tobacco grown in Granby is used (spoiler alert: it’s the cigar wrapper) and maybe even get to try a sample.

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You can’t help but notice that summer is changing into fall as you drive by the Coward Farm on Rte. 189. The slats on the sides of the large barns have been propped open to provide good air flow for the tobacco leaves that will soon be hanging there. You may have noticed that the plants in the front do not resemble last year’s roadside pumpkins. That’s because this year, the tobacco and the pumpkins changed places. The pumpkins are now in the back, being watered by the giant hose when the photo was taken. It’s good farming practice to rotate crops.

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Harvest season is here and so is Granby’s most celebrated event of the year—Open Farm Day! Over a dozen working farms and treasured agricultural gems will offer a special, close-up look at the goods and operations on Open Farm Day, Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open Farm Day is a free, interactive experience for residents of Granby and surrounding communities. The Granby Agricultural Commission has hosted the annual event since 2012 to help strengthen the community’s connection to its agricultural roots and to ensure its farms remain central to the identity of theEachtown.participating farm will offer special demonstrations and activities for all ages throughout the day. This year’s highlights include wagon rides and apple-picking at both Lost Acres Orchard and Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard. A cooking demo with Metro Bis chef, Chris Prosperi at Holcomb Farm CSA. Grape pressing demonstra tions and free wine samples at Lost Acres Vineyard. Rescue horses and live harp music at Angel Horse Farm. Tobacco curing and cigars at Coward Farm’s Granby location. Agroforestry experts at Wilhelm Farm and hosta dividing demonstrations and acres of unique plants at O’Brien Nursery. A discussion on CBD, hemp and investing in yourself at Addison Farm, LLC. Visit the goats and get an inside look at the dairy operations at Sweet Pea Cheese at the House of Hayes. Plus pony rides and live music at Maple View Farm. In addition, The Friends of Granby Wildflower Meadow will be at Maple View Farm to talk about the meadow and offer resources for adding natives to your own garden—including a custom seed mix of wildflowers native to the area. The Granby Horse Council will be at Angel Horse Rescue and Sepe Farm will be at Lost Acres Vineyard offering sheep shearing demonstrations and knit tingTheclasses.Granby Land Trust is a key sponsor of Open Farm Day and a key s upporter of Granby agriculture through its commitment to acquiring and preserving prime agricultural land for use by some of our town’s most treasured farms. Farm visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about GLT during Open Farm Day by visiting its booth at Sweet Pea Cheese at the House of Hayes or by browsing its website: GranbyLandTrust.orgTheGranbyDrummer is also a key sponsor and longtime supporter of Granby Open Farm Day. Contributing sponsors and friends of Granby’s farms are Salmon Brook Veterinary Hospital, Horses & Hounds and Freshies Café. A map listing each participating farm and schedule of events will be provided at each farm. Information can also be found on granbyag.org and page 35 in the Drummer . For more updates on Granby’s agricultural community, follow GranbyAg on Facebook and Instagram. Vineyard) Acres Rd. 329 N. Granby Rd. Granby Wells Rd. 40 Wells Rd. 170 North Granby Rd. 33 Bushy Hill Rd. CSA 111 Simsbury Rd. Ln. Horse Council (at Angel Horses) Freshies Cafe 88 Salmon Brook St. farmed the property. The pasture-based operation provides meat, veggies, eggs and other local products to neighbors through its Farm Store. The on-farm brewery offers beer brewed with local and farm grown ingredients. The Farm house, booked through Airbnb, offers guests a taste of what it is like to live on a working farm—rooster crow wake up calls and all. On Open Farm Day, Maple View offers self-guided tours, pony rides from 1 to 3 p.m., farm picnic food, live music, “Ask the Farmer” sessions and a hay bale throwing contest with prizes for all ages. Friends of Granby Wildflower Meadow Stationed at Maple View Farm on Open Farm Day

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The Granby Land Trust GranbyLandTrust.org Stationed at Sweet Pea Cheese on Open Farm Day Productive agricultural land is a finite and irreplaceable natural resource that helps control flooding, protects wetlands and watersheds, maintains air quality, and helps mitigate climate change. By preserving it, the GLT works to preserve Granby’s heritage, improve quality of life, increase food security, and—per haps most important of all—ensure that our children will have enough land on which to grow their food in the future.

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The Granby Land Trust is proud to support these farms by providing:* * * * * * * 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 12 11 8 9 13 Farm Locations Learn More About Granby Land Trust! 2022 Granby Open Farm Day Map Farm Locations 1. Maple View Farm 198R Salmon Brook St. Friends of Granby Wildflower Meadow (at Maple View Farm) 2. Lyric Hill 134 Hungary Rd. 3. Sweet Pea Cheese/House of Hayes 151 East St. 4. Lost Acres Vineyard 80 Lost Acres Rd. Sepe Farm (at Lost Acres

For full Open Farm Day details, visit GranbyAg.org, and follow GranbyAg on Facebook and Instagram. Maple View Farm 192 Salmon Brook Street, Granby mapleviewhorsefarm.com

9. O’Brien Nursery

working farm on 50 acres in the center of Granby. The farm is home to horses, pigs and chickens in addition to the farmers who, for four generations, have

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12. Holcomb Farm

The Friends of Granby Wildflower Meadow are creating and maintaining a native wildflower meadow to be part of the Connecticut Pollinator Pathway, a welcoming habitat for birds, bees, but terflies and other pollinators, and small animals that live in such meadows. The meadow is located on Salmon Brook Street (Rtes 10/202) across from Maple View Farm just south of the town cen ter. On Open Farm Day, The Friends of Granby Wildflower Meadow will be at Maple View Farm to offer resources for adding natives to your own garden, including a custom seed mix of wild flowers native to our area. Lyric Hill Farm 134 Hungary Road, Granby lyrichillfarm.com Lyric Hill is a small family farm dedicated to sustainable growing practices and educating the public. It uses fresh milk from a herd of Alpine dairy goats and a variety of herbs and wild harvested botanicals grown and collected on the farm to make soaps and other eco-friendly, farm-based products. The farm store is open yearround.OnOpen Farm Day, Lyric Hill visitors can meet the goats and watch the milking process, learn how to use and preserve fresh herbs and flowers, observe the soap making process and browse Lyric Hill’s handcrafted products for sale. Sweet Pea Cheese/House of Hayes 151 East Street, North Granby Facebook: Sweet Pea Cheese Sweet Pea Cheese at the House of Hayes is a seventh-generation dairy farm that milks both dairy goats and cows. They process the milk on the farm into pasteurized milk, fresh cheese and yogurt. All of the products are available to buy in the farm store and samples will be available on Open Farm Day. The cows milk themselves with two robotic milking units that were installed in 2017. Stop by to see the cows being milked and taste some fresh goat cheese.

11. Clark Farm

On Open Farm Day, visitors can expe rience a farm tour and meet the horses, mini donkeys, goats and sheep that call the farm their home, plus experience the soothing effect live harp music has on the animals and a fun demonstration with miniature horses.

Wilhelm Farm is a family-owned farm and forest. From the road passersby see hayfields, gardens, and farm buildings, but beyond this lies an additional 35 acres of woods. Wilhelm Farm has a conserva tion easement on it, held by the Granby Land Trust, which preserves the land for agricultural and forestry and restricts future development. The owners, Ann Wilhelm and Bill Bentley, are the third generation of the Wilhelm Family to own and steward these resources. Ann and Bill manage their land to pro duce environmental services —wildlife habitat, water and air quality, hydrologic control, and carbon sequestration— while sustainably producing food, timber, and non-timber forest products. They are in vesting in several agroforestry practices, including silvopasture, forest farming and living snow fence.

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These products are available on their website and locally at their CBD Farm Stand on Wells Rd. On Open Farm Day, Addison Farm’s president, Andrew, will host a discus sion at 1 p.m. about CBD, hemp, and investing in yourself. Addison Farm believes that when you make yourself better you are inspiring others to do the same; they want to support you on this journey. The CBD Farm Stand will have products available all day. Andrew will also be available to answer questions about the farm, hemp, full spectrum CBD products, etc. O’Brien Nursery 40 Wells Road, OBrienHosta.comGranby O’Brien Nursery is known far and wide for its hosta offerings and has grown into a destination for unique shade perennials, in addition to a wide selection of conifers, special Japanese maples, and numerous dwarf Ginkgo selections. On open Farm Day, nurseryman John O’Brien invites the community to discover the pleasure of plants and explore an impressive six acres of display gardens. There will also be hosta-dividing demonstrations at 10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Coward Farm 170 North Granby Road, Granby cowardfarms.comTheCowardFarm is Granby’s newest working farm. Located on the former Maplewood Farmland once owned by Dr. Forrest Davis and protected by a conservation easement acquired with financial support from the Granby Land Trust, the Town of Granby, and the State of Connecticut. John and Teresa Coward obtained the vacant dairy farm on North Granby Road and now grow tobacco and pumpkins. The tobacco grown at Coward Farm is sold to the US Cigar manufac turer General Cigar, which makes cigars around the world. The pumpkins are sold at the Southwick Coward Farm. On Open Farm Day, folks will get a tour of the farm, learn how tobacco is grown and cut, how a curing shed works and how the tobacco gets used for cigars. Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard 29 Bushy Hill Road, Granby Bushyhill.comClarkFarm at Bushy Hill Orchard is one of three farms run by the Clark family. Bushy Hill is a 75-acre farm/ orchard growing apples, blueberries, peaches, plums, pears, nectarines and vegetables. The farm is open seasonally, offering a farm-to-table café, the new Bushy Hill Cidery Pub, ice cream and a full bakery, including the famous apple cider donuts, plus pick your own apples and blueberries. The farm offers a great location for family outings and small events. There are many things to check out at the farm and farm store: sweet

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On Open Farm Day, visitors can take a self-guided hike through the woods on a one-mile loop trail and can view the various gardens and tree plantings.

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porch or select something to take home. On Open Farm Day, enjoy complimen tary wagon rides through the orchard. The bakery will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with pastries, pies, jams and more. Farmhouse lunch available 10:30 a.m. –3:30 p.m Visit LostAcres.com for a full menu. Wilhelm Farm 329 North Granby Rd.

Addison Farm 37 Wells Road, happyaddison.comGranby Addison Farm, a hemp farm and CBD Company, is located on Wells Road in Granby. The owners Andrew, Court ney, and their daughter Addison are in their fourth hemp grow season and are excited to share the experience with everyone. Addison Farm Full Spectrum CBD products are made using only their organically grown, pesticide free hemp.

the Wutka family at Lost Acres Orchard has grown peaches, apples, quince, and pears. In the fall, you can pick your own apples or buy them al ready picked. They also sell local winter squash, pumpkins and gourds. The or chard’s kitchen stays busy all year-round baking and selling their popular pies and a variety of baked goods, soups, quiches, jams and more. The orchard expands its hours during the fall fruit season giving visitors more time to enjoy lunch and hot apple crisp with ice cream on the front

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and hard apple cider pressed fresh from the farm, a variety of local products, and flowers from their Goodyear Farm location in Suffield. On Open Farm Day you will have the opportunity to pick-your-own apples from their 17 varieties, take a wagon ride, and sample those famous homemade apple cider donuts! Holcomb Farm CSA 111 Simsbury Road, West Granby holcombfarm.orgHolcombFarm was a gift to Granby from siblings Tudor and Laura Holcomb in 1992 and continues as a town-owned historic property open to the public. Today, the Friends of Holcomb Farm (FOHF) operate Holcomb Farm as a working farm with fields full of fresh, chemical-free produce. The FOHF also maintains miles of hiking trails through out the 312 acres and is developing a Tree Trail in the fields to the east of Simsbury Road. The Friends of Holcomb Farm are committed to preserving this expansive green space through sustainability in programming and farming, woodlands management and cost-effective stew ardship of the farm for the benefit of the Granby community. As part of its nonprofit mission, and with the generous support of donors and granting agen cies, the FOHF Fresh Access program provides a portion of its harvest to social service agencies in Hartford and Granby.

On Open Farm Day, experience a cooking demo from celebrity chef Chris Prosperi of Metro Bís and sample freshly cooked veggies. Holcomb Farm alumnus Allie Kraushaar will bring a sampling of terrariums from her plant shop, Moss Life. The pick-your-own flower patch will also be open, $10 per bouquet.

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and by acquiring farmland, which the organization then leases to local farmers at no cost. To learn more or to support the GLT in these efforts, please visit GLT at Sweet Pea Cheese on Open Farm Day or visit the website. Lost Acres Vineyard 80 Lost Acres Road, North Granby lostacresvineyard.com In the 1700s Lost Acres was a political no-man’s land known as “the Wedge.” In the early 1800s, the Wedge’s free-spirit ed, cider-distilling hill farmers populated the area. At Lost Acres Vineyard, owners Kevin Riggott and Michelle Niedermeyer continue this tradition with grape wine. A former apple orchard, Lost Acres Vine yard reclaimed this land in 2008, and it is now home to five acres of wine grapes, contributing to the agricultural spirit and the natural beauty of Granby. On Open Farm Day, the vineyard will have free samples of its most popular estate-grown Wedge White wine. Grape pressing demonstrations with an old-style wine press will yield grape juice samples as well. Visitors can take a winemaker’s tour of the cellar to learn about the wine making process. Food by Avon Prime Meats will feature local farms and be available from 12 to 5 p.m. Visitors can also watch an equestrian vaulting dem onstration by Copper Hill Equestrian at 1:30 p.m. Sepe Farm sepefarm.com Stationed at Lost Acres Vineyard on Open Farm Day Sheep shearing team—Peter & Caro lyn Sepe, Erin Sepe Pirro and Jonathan Pirro—will be at the vineyard to demon strate fall sheep shearing, wool spinning, and a felting craft for kids. Knitting classes will take place at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Pre-registration for knitting classes required. Lost Acres Orchard 130 Lost Acres Road, North Granby lostacres.comSincethe‘70s

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Angel Horses Inc. 12 Knollwood Lane, West Granby angelhorses.orgThemissionof Angel Horses Inc. is to provide a permanent retirement sanctu ary for horses that have been teachers and healers in the therapeutic world. These special horses receive nurturing, com panionship and love for the rest of their days. In addition, this past year Angel Horses Inc. partnered with other rescues to save three horses from the slaughter pipeline and provide them a permanent and peaceful home. These efforts are made possible through volunteers and generous donations. Angel Horses Inc. is also a place where humans can come to connect with these sensitive beings

rural com munity organization and has been helping farms since 1875. On Open Farm Day, the Grange will offer a beekeeping and honey demonstration as well as Grange building tours, a vegetable stand, mum sale, teacup auction, balloon animals and raffle items throughout the day.

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10am: Introduction to horses 11am: Harp for Horses with Alyssa Hall 2pm: On Target Miniatures with Mary Adams: What can Minis do? 2:30 pm: Hay Bale Throwing Contest. Prizes in 4 categories: Men 13 and up, Women 13 and up, Kids 12 and under 7. Granby Grange Allday: popcorncart,kid'sgames,ra les,mumflowersale 10-12: Balloon animals 4. Lost VineyardAcres 1-3pm: Pony rides 11am: Guided hikes of the Friends of Holcomb Farm's growing Tree Trail (Mee at main campus of Holcomb farm - 115 Simsbury Rd) Allday: Farm tours, learn how tobacco is grown and cut how a curing shed works and how the tobacco gets used for cigars. Allday: CBD products available for purchase, farm stand open Allday: Learn about the Granby Horse Council and their activities 13. Angel Horses 12. Holcomb Farm (CSA barn 111 Simsbury Rd) All Day: Freshly cooked veggie samples Pick Your Own Flower patch @ $10 per bouquet, living terrarium and arrangement displays from "Moss Life" plant shop 8. Addison Farm 3-6pm: Live music Allday: Friends of Granby Wildflower Meadow Allday: Discover the pleasure of plants - explore 6 acres of display gardens! 9. O'Brien Nursery Allday: Apple picking, wagon rides, cider donuts, farm store and Bushy Hill Cidery open 10:30-3:30: Farmhouse lunch available 5. Lost OrchardAcres Allday: Wagon rides, and bakery open 9-5

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The traditional purpose of the Granby Agricultural Commission’s Open Farm Day is to showcase the variety of farms that are found in our town, highlight their products and/or services and perhaps garner some income from sales. While one might be tempted to think that John O’Brien would approach the day with a thought to selling lots of hosta, that is not the case at all. What O’Brien likes best about the event is the chance to connect people with nature. His property is more than just a showroom for hundreds of varieties of hosta, and many other plants, shrubs and trees, but is also a naturalist’s paradise, with various ecological niches that pro vide homes and cover for diverse animal and plant life. The prominent pond and stream are certainly an outstanding feature.O’Brien is acutely aware of the dis connect that especially youngsters now have with nature. He relishes the chance on Open Farm Day to talk about a vari ety of nature topics that don’t seem to get covered in ordinary school classes anymore. The advance of technology in even the biological sciences has led to the situation where high school graduates don’t know how to determine the age of a tree (by counting the vascular rings on a cross-section of a trunk) or cannot identify many of the insects that cross John O’Brien checking out his Seven Sun Flower tree (Heptacodium). The new introduction to the horticultural world was discovered in China around 1980. This one growing at O’Brien Nurserymen is the Connecticut State Champion. Photo by Shirley Murtha their paths every day. He likes nothing better than to show off a praying mantis to a youngster who has never noticed one before, or may have seen one but been afraid of it.

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It’s not only youngsters who may benefit from an O’Brien tutorial; adults may want a closer look at that mantis, or question what kind of life exists in that pond, or what are those birds that fly out over the open field in the back of the property. Of course, O’Brien’s favorite tutorials involve his favorite topic: his plants. He loves showing off his rare Franklin ia tree, named by America’s first famed horticulturist John Bartram in the 1700s in honor of his neighbor, Ben Franklin. He also loves to explain to anyone who will listen that the Ginkgoes in his collection count their ancestry back to the age of the dinosaurs. So, if you visit the O’Brien Nursery on Open Farm Day, don’t be surprised to not find the proprietor sitting at the check-out table, recording sales. He will likely be some where on the property making like David Attenborough or Mr. Rogers for a small gather ing of interested visitors.

3. Sweet Pea HouseCheese/of Hayes 10am: Knitt ng (pre-registrationClassesrequired*) 10:30am: Sepe Farm kids felting activity 11am: Sepe Farm sheepdemoshearing 12pm: Knitt ng (pre-registrationClassesrequired*) 12:30pm: Sepe Farm wool spinning demo 1pm: Sepe Farm sheepdemoshearing 1:30pm: Vaulting Demo by Copper Hill Equestrian 6. Wilhelm Farm 1pm: Discussion on CBD, hemp, and investing in yoursel 10:45presentationdividingHosta 1:45 - Hosta presentationdividing 10. Coward Farm 11. Clark Farm 10am: ChriscelebritydemoCookingwithchefProsperiofMetroBis

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