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FALL 2019
PROGRAM
GUIDE
LIBRARY SERVICES
PARKS & RECREATION
SENIOR SERVICES
SOCIAL SERVICES
YOUTH SERVICES

        First Selectman B. Scott Kuhnly
                                     Volume 1, Issue 2
PROGRAM GUIDE FALL 2019 - LIBRARY SERVICES PARKS & RECREATION SENIOR SERVICES SOCIAL SERVICES - Granby Recreation
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PROGRAM GUIDE FALL 2019 - LIBRARY SERVICES PARKS & RECREATION SENIOR SERVICES SOCIAL SERVICES - Granby Recreation
WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
LIBRARY                                           PARKS & RECREATION                                  SENIOR CENTER
860-844-5275                                      Register at www.GranbyRec.com                       Register by calling
Register www.granby-ct.gov/library                Parks & Recreation Hours                            (860)844-5350
Click on the “Programs and Events” tab to         Mon—Fri:          8:30AM to 4PM                     Senior Center Hours
view the calendar and sign up!                    Email:            recreation@granby-ct.gov          Monday - Friday 8:30AM to 4PM
Granby Public Library Hours                       Website:          www.GranbyRec.com                 Email: senior@granby-ct.gov
Mon, Wed, Thur. 10AM to 8PM                       Phone:            (860)653-8947                     Website: granby-ct.gov/senior-services
Tuesdays         10AM to 6PM                      Recreation Office is at Salmon Brook Park
                                                                                                      Meet the Staff...
Fri & Sat        10AM to 2PM                      Meet the Staff...                                   Sandra Yost, Director of Human Services
Email:           gplibrary@gmail.com              Kristine Vincent, CPRP, Director                    Lori Blackburn, Program Coordinator
Website:         www.granby-ct.gov/library        Daphne Shinder, Recreation Supervisor               Leslie King, Transportation Coordinator
F. H. Cossitt Branch Library Hours                Terri Ziemnicki, Program Coordinator                Vanessa Berrelli, Administrative Assistant
Tue, Wed, Thur. 3 to 8PM                                                                              Bob Lesco, Van Driver
Saturdays         2 to 5PM                        Registration Payment: Credit Cards are ac-          Cheryl Wickham, Meal Preparer
Phone:            (860) 653-8958                  cepted online, by mail and in person. A $25         AnneMarie Cox, Youth Counselor
                                                  fee will be assessed for returned checks.
Meet the Staff...                                                                                     Senior Center Mission: Empower older
Amy McCue, Director of Library Services           Program Cancellations: May be cancelled             adults to live full, independent lives
Rhonda Gilbert, Assistant Director                due to insufficient registrations. No School:       by providing leadership on aging issues and
Joan Beatson, Children’s Librarian                Programs are cancelled. Delay: All programs         enhancing the social, physical and educa-
Holly Johnson, Programs & Outreach                will run on schedule. Early Dismissal: All          tional well-being for each participating
                                                  afternoon & evening activities cancelled.           individual.
Email Newsletter: For the latest info on
Library events and services, sign up for our      Refunds:                                            Senior Center Membership & Van Fee
monthly newsletter on the library website         Granted up to 5 business days prior to the          $5 Granby residents; $10 non residents
(click on “Sign Up for Library News”)             start of the program less 10% of the pro-           $10 Senior Van service
                                                  gram’s total fee. If cancellations are made         Program Cancellations: Programs may be
Downloadable Library 24/7: Access free            within 5 business days of the program start         cancelled due to insufficient registra-
materials 24/7 with your library card. Check      date a 10% administration fee will be applied       tions. No School: Programs are can-
out and download digital copies of books,         as well as a 25% late refund fee. E-mails time      celled. School delay: all programs will run
audio books, movies and magazines via             -stamped after 4PM on a Business Day will be        on schedule. Early dismissal: all afternoon
Overdrive (including Libby) and RBdigital or      considered received on the following Busi-          and evening activities are cancelled.
stream them on Tumble-Books.                      ness Day. You will receive a response to let
                                                  you that know your refund is being pro-             SOCIAL SERVICES
Learning Online: From our website, access         cessed. No refunds will be granted after the
dozens of classes to learn a new language,                                                            Confidential appointments
                                                  start of the program, except in the case of a
update your professional, computer or             medical injury or emergency. Requests for           (860)844-5351
accounting skills, prepare for tests or           refunds in the event of a medical injury or         Email: socialservices@granby-ct.gov
research your family history!                     emergency must be made in writing with an           Website: granby-ct.gov/social-services
                                                  original doctor's note. Transfers to another        Social Services Mission: Coordinate existing
Access Your Account: Renew items, pay             program must be made at least 5 business            federal, state, regional and local services, to
fines, place holds, sign up for text messaging,   days before the program begins. Refunds             increase community awareness of these ser-
and update your contact info online via our       cannot be given for trips, special events, fa-      vices and to develop new programs to meet
website.                                          cility reservations or passes.                      the needs of Granby residents.

Funding for Library Programs & Events:            Inclusion Policy: We know that every person         YOUTH SERVICES
Many of the Library programs and activities       is unique and brings with them a wide range
included in this guide are paid for by the                                                            Register by calling
                                                  of skills and abilities. We continually strive to
Friends of Granby Public Library, the Friends                                                         (860)844-5355
                                                  provide challenging experiences so that all
of Cossitt Library, and/or the Granby Library                                                         Email: ahcox@granby-ct.gov
                                                  can achieve their full potential. As such we
Association and are provided to you at no                                                             Website: granbyyouthservicebureau.com
                                                  encourage and support individuals with disa-
cost. In fact, this guide was made possible, in   bilities to fully participate in all programs       Youth Service Bureau Mission: Promote
part, by the Granby Library Association!          offered by our department. Please let us            positive youth development by strengthen-
Consider supporting one or all of these or-       know how we can accommodate you.                    ing links and effective communication be-
ganizations if you would like to continue to                                                          tween family and community in response to
see these and other programs like these.          Financial Assistance: Eligibility & assistance      the changing needs of Granby youth.
                                                  determinations made by Social Services.                                                       3
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AGING MASTERY PROGRAM
      One of only 20 sites picked to host this national program!
                                                                       AGING MASTER PROGAM
                                                                       SENIOR SERVICES
                                                                       The Granby Senior Center will be participating in this national, evidence
                                                                       based program designed to help millions of baby boomers and older adults
                                                                       take critical steps to improve their wellbeing, add stability to their lives, and
                                                                       strengthen their ties to the community. The ten week series explores how to
                                                                       repurpose and support the “Bonus Years” than many Boomers and Seniors
                                                                       will enjoy. Includes lectures, expert speakers, surprises, sharing and creating
                                                                       the kind of life you want as you age. This program is valued at $150 per per-
                                                                       son, but we are offering it at no charge. All those who register for the pro-
                                                                       gram will receive a free bag filled with fun gifts and information. Generously
                                                                       funded by the North Central Area Agency on Aging. Be a member of the first

AGING MASTER KICKOFF                               FALL PREVENTION & BALANCE                            sonal aptitudes for meaningful volunteer
Date: Tuesday, Sept 10                                                                                  and civic opportunities.
                                                   Date: Tuesday, Sept 24
Time: 1:30PM                                       Time: 10AM
Where: Senior Center                               Where: Senior Center                                 ADVANCED DIRECTIVES
What is the Aging Mastery Program and how          Presented by Barb Evans, MSPT, McLean                Date: Tuesday, Oct 8
will I benefit? These and more questions will      Home Care & Hospice/Rehab. This overview             Time: 10AM
be answered as you meet some of our pre-           will offer strategies to prevent falls and           Where: Senior Center
senters and possible classmates, enjoy after-      ways to improve your balance.                        Presented by Kraner & Hess, Elder Law
noon treats and play a few games.                                                                       Attorneys. This class will give you guid-
                                                   COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT                                 ance around key steps needed to manage
HEALTHY EATING & HYDRATION                                                                              health care, financial, and housing deci-
                                                   Date: Tuesday, Oct 1
Date: Tuesday, Sept 17                                                                                  sions with a focus on considering the role
                                                   Time: 10AM
Time: 10AM                                                                                              of personal values and beliefs in decisions.
                                                   Where: Senior Center
Where: Senior Center                               Presented by Ruthann Wein, Former Direc-
Presented by Sarah Leathers, Healing Meals         tor of Volunteer Services Hebrew                     FINANCIAL FITNESS
Project. You will review nutrition as it relates   Healthcare. Staying engaged is important at          Date: Tuesday, Oct 15
to aging with a focus on strategies for incor-     all ages. Explore the benefits of continuing         Time: 10AM
porating healthy eating and hydration into         to make meaningful contributions in your             Where: Senior Center
       your daily routines.                        community. Learn to identify your own per-           Presented by Jim Hammel, Edward Jones,

  4               LIBRARY                                PARKS & RECREATION                           SENIOR/YOUTH/SOCIAL SERVICES
 Register at www.granby-ct.gov/library                Register at www.GranbyRec.com                        Register at the Senior Center
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Celebrating Senior Center Month with
                Nationally Recognized Programming
Financial Advisor; Healthy Relationships:     cising as we age for both the mind and
add MS in Genontology. You will learn         the body. Learn how to incorporate
ways to remain economically secure in an      meditation, aerobics, strengthening,
era of longevity with an emphasis on          flexibility, and balance into daily rou-
setting financial goals and setting finan-    tines.
cial boundaries with friends and family
members.                                      THE IMPORTANCE
HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS                         OF SLEEP
                                              Date: Tuesday, Nov 5
Date: Tuesday, Oct 22
                                              Time: 10AM
Time: 10AM
                                              Where: Senior Center
Where: Senior Center
                                              Presented by Justine Ginsberg, Farm-
Presented by JoAnne Harrison Becker, MS
                                              ington Valley Health District. Sleep
Staying socially active is important for
                                              patterns change as we age. You will learn why
good health. Learn why socialization
                                              sleep is so important, the importance of moni-
matters, how to step out and increase                                                          AGING MASTERY
                                              toring the sleep cycle and learn tips to help
your social connections, events and cir-
                                              improve the quality of your sleep.               GRADUATION PROGRAM
cumstances that lead to isolation and
how to build new relationships.                                                                Date: Tuesday, Nov 19
                                              MEDICATION MANAGEMENT                            Time: 1:30PM
                                              Date: Tuesday, Nov 12                            Where: Senior Center
EXERCISE & YOU                                Time: 10AM                                       This event will honor the first class of students
Date: Tuesday, Oct 29
                                              Where: Senior Center                             in the Aging Master Program at the Granby Sen-
Time: 10AM
                                              Presented by McLean Home Care & Hospice.         ior Center. We will have a ceremony, “awards”
Where: Senior Center
                                              Learn about best practices on how to take        and refreshments. You will have the opportunity
Presented by Justine Ginsberg, Farming-
                                              medications as directed, how to store medica-    to celebrate all of the strides you have made
ton Valley Health District. Discussion will
                                              tions safely and how to keep track of multiple   throughout the program with your classmates.
revolve around the importance of exer-
                                              medications.

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FACILITIES FOR RENT
        SPECIAL EVENTS AND WEDDINGS AT THE HOLCOMB FARM
   Operated by the Parks & Recreation Department...whether your special celebration will be formal or informal, an intimate gathering or a gala
affair, the North Barn Pavilion is the perfect venue. Located in beautiful, historic West Granby, rentals include prep kitchen, bar area, tables, chairs
for up to 125 guests, gas fireplace, the Workshop for bridal preparation and beautiful outdoor patio, gas fire pit & grounds. Our event staff will set
  up and take down and assure your event runs smoothly. For more info on fees log onto www.GranbyRec.com/facilities or contact us for a tour.

           WORKSHOP AT                                PICNIC PAVILIONS AT SALMON                           THE GATHERING ROOM AT
          HOLCOMB FARM                                  BROOK AND AHRENS PARK                                SALMON BROOK PARK
         PARKS & RECREATION                                   PARKS & RECREATION                                 PARKS & RECREATION
   Located at the beautiful Holcomb Farm,            All outdoor pavilions have picnic tables with       A beautiful setting conveniently located in
  the workshop area is a great space to host          benches. Salmon Brook has charcoal grills.       Salmon Brook Park. The space has a beautiful
    a small party, a class or hold a birthday        The perfect spot for a birthday party, special     gas fireplace, heat, air conditioning, shades,
   party. With a capacity of 50 people, the         event, cookout or family gathering! Residents:         access to the prep kitchen (microwave,
 space has one bathroom (handicap accessi-          $25 off season, $50 peak season (June, July &      fridge, dishwasher) tables (60” round and/or
   ble), projector, tables and chairs. Fee is           August) Non-Residents: $50 off-season,          72”x36” rectangular), and chairs for 98 peo-
     $50 per hour with a 2 hour minimum.                       $80 during peak season.                  ple. $75 an hour with a two hour minimum.

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SPECIAL EVENTS
                                                                            REGISTER                foods. Attendees will take home an apple
SPONSORED BY
                                                                             WWW.                   and a goodie bag with more healthy eating
 GRANBY REC                                                                                         information. Please register in advance.
                                                                           GRANBYREC.
 AND THE PTO
                                                                              COM                   “CROPTOBERFEST” SCRAP-
                                                                                                    BOOKING & CRAFTING EVENT
                                                                                                    PARKS & RECREATION
                                                                                                    Ages:    18 & UP
                                                                                                    Date:    Friday, Sep 27 from 1-9PM and
                                                                                                             Saturday, Sep 28 from 9AM-9PM
                                                                                                    Where: Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Rd
                                                                                                    Fee:     $25/Friday, $40/Saturday $60 Both
                                                                                                    The Town of Granby Parks and Recreation
                                                                                                    Department is sponsoring a Friday into Sat-
                                                                                                    urday “Croptoberfest”. Fee includes food
                                                                                                    and refreshment! If you sign up for both
                                                                                                    days you may leave your supplies set up.

                                                                                                    MINUTE TO WIN IT LIBRARY
                                                                                                    Ages: 6-12
                                                        UKULELE SUMMER SEND                         Date: Saturday, Sep 28
                                                                                                    Time: 10:30-11:30AM
                                                        OFF LIBRARY                                 Where: Library, Main Branch
                                                        Ages: All Ages                              Fee:     Free
                                                        Date: Saturday, Sep 7                       Test your skills and your competitive edge
                                                        Time: 1-2PM                                 with a variety of instructor-led, timed
                                                        Where: Library, Main Branch                 games. Play against each other or in teams.
                                                        Fee:     Free
                                                        The Library’s You Can Uke! group per-
                                                        forms with special guest musicians                       PUBLIC WORKS OPEN
                                                        from Snapback in a “Farewell to Sum-                     HOUSE & PAPER
                                                        mer” tribute. Enjoy light music, re-
                                                        freshments and good times on the
                                                                                                                 SHRED EVENT
                                                        patio. Everyone is welcome to sing                       PUBLIC WORKS
                                                        along! Moves indoors in inclement                        Saturday, Oct 5
                                                        weather. Registration recommended.                       9AM-12NOON Shredding
                 OKTOBERFEST                                                                                     10AM-1PM Open House
                                                                                                                 52 North Granby Road
                SENIOR CENTER                           HEALTHY EATING LIBRARY
              Wednesday, Oct 9 at 5PM                   Ages: 5-8                                                Public Works is responsible for
           $8 members, $10 non-members                  Date: Tuesday, Sep 17                                    maintenance of public infra-
                     Senior Center                      Time: 3:30-4:30PM                                        structures, including roads,
  Ages 55 & up are invited to celebrate Oktober-        Where: Library, Main Branch                              signs, drainage, parks and
  fest in style with entertainer and musician John      Fee:       Free                                          buildings. They also oversee
  Banker playing medleys of German Folk Songs,          Angel Cruz, manager of Stop and Shop                     the trash & recycling pro-
   Polkas, Show Tunes and more. Dinner includes         in Granby, will present an interactive                   grams. Stop by to learn about
  grilled bratwurst, sweet and sour red cabbage,        program for children about healthy                       the range of tasks the depart-
      German potato salad and German apple              food choices. He’ll read a story or two                  ment handles and see the
       pudding cake dessert. Register by Oct 2          and do a “show and tell” with exotic                     equipment used to get the
                                                        fruits, live lobsters, and other exciting                work done. Free to everyone!

                                          PRESENTED BY PARKS & RECREATION AND THE GRANBY PTO
                                          Saturday, Sept 14, Movie begins at dusk
                                          Join Parks & Rec and the Granby PTO for a beautiful evening under the stars. Bring a blanket,
                                          chair & snacks. Movie TBA. We’ll also have a firepit to warm yourself up. Light snacks and
                                          refreshments available for purchase. Free for all families!
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SPECIAL EVENTS
                                                     NOT-SO-SCARY STORIES TO                            PRESCHOOL HALLOWEEN
                                                     TELL IN THE DARK                                   PARTY LIBRARY
                                                     LIBRARY                                            Ages: Age 2-5
                                                     Ages: 8 - 12                                       Date: Tuesday, Oct 29
                                                     Date: Friday, Oct 18                               Time: 10:30-11AM
                                                     Time: 6:30-7:30PM                                  Where: Library, Main Branch
                                                     Where: F. H. Cossitt Branch Library                Fee:      Free
                                                     Fee:     Free                                      Preschoolers and a caregiver are invited to
                                                     Older kids & their parents are invited for not-    listen to some (not-too-scary) Halloween
                                                     so-scary storytelling followed by seasonal         stories, sing songs, and take part in our cos-
                                                     puppet crafts to make and take before the          tume parade around the library. Everyone
                                                     goblins come out. Registration required.           gets a goodie bag to take home with Hallow-
                                                                                                        een stickers and small prizes. Registration
                                                                                                        suggested for this popular program.
                                                     PTO FALL FEST & JOG-A-THON
                                                     GRANBY PTO                                         WIGS & GIGGLES
                                                     Ages: All Ages                                     SENIOR CENTER
        Sunday, Oct 13 at 9AM                        Date: Saturday, Oct 19
                                                                                                        Ages: 55 & Up
    Join us for this Fun Run! This timed, 2-loop     Time: 9AM-3PM                                      Date: Monday, Nov 4
 course in beautiful Salmon Brook Park is mostly     Where: Kelly Lane School                           Time: 10AM
   grass terrain around the soccer and baseball      Join the Granby PTO for the annual Fall Fest
                                                                                                        Where: Senior Center
fields. Run your best 5K EVER on this mostly flat    Jog-a-thon. Enjoy food trucks, vendors, DJ
                                                                                                        Fee:     $5 mbrs $7 non-mbrs
        course with a no pressure, low key           music, face paint, hair tinsel and much more!      Presented by Jan Webber, The Pretty Face
    event. Pumpkin medals for all participants!                                                         Place . Have you ever wondered what you
  Open to all ages. Run, walk, push a stroller, or   FARMINGTON RIVER QUILT                             would look like as a blonde, a red head, or
   walk your dog - whichever you choose - just                                                          with long or short hair? Enjoy this fun morn-
have fun!! (rain date Sunday, October 20). $10       EXHIBIT                                            ing where you will have the opportunity to
           pre-registration / $15 day of.            LIBRARY                                            create a new look with a variety of wigs.
        Check-in begins at 8AM. Register at          Date: Oct 1-31                                     Whether for hair loss or for fun; come and
               www.GranbyRec.com                     Time: Regular Library Hours                        see what the wig rage is all about. There is
                                                     Where: Library, Main Branch                        limited seating for this event, so sign up ear-
                                                     This project, an inspiring and creative under-     ly. Coffee and pastries will be served after
                                                     taking by dozens of quilters, culminates in a      the party is over. Register by Oct 29
                                                     50 foot long quilt portraying 25 locations on
                                                     the Farmington River. Drop by for a self-
                                                     guided tour of the quilt and learn more
                                                                                                        HELL ON WHEELS:
                                                     about the artists and the locations they           THE WILD WEST LIBRARY
       AT F.H. COSSITT LIBRARY                       chose to depict.                                   Age:       Adults, Teens
                                                                                                        Date: Thursday, Nov 14
         Wednesday, Oct 30                                                                              Time: 6:30-7:30PM
             6:30-7:30PM                             SCOTTISH DANCING                                   Where: Library, Main Branch
Adults & Teens are invited to join historian         LIBRARY                                            Fee:       Free
                                                     Ages: Adults, Teens, Tweens                        Mark your calendar for an entertaining and
 Dennis Picard as he chills and delights you
                                                     Date: Monday, Oct 21                               fact-filled talk about the dangers of living in
with eerie tales from the past in our historic
                                                     Time: 6:30-7:30PM                                  the West in the late 1800s. History Professor
  library building. Registration Required.           Where: Salmon Brook Park Gathering RM              Hamish Lutris talks cattle, cowboys, Native
                                                     Fee:      Free                                     Americans, and the railroad. Registration
                                                     Join the Library for a festive evening when        required.
                                                     members of the local Royal Scottish Country
                                                     Dance Society share the history of the dance,
                                                     a bit of Scottish lore, and demonstrate the        GRANBY GETS STREET-WISE
                                                     traditional dance formations in multi-couple       LIBRARY
                                                     sets. Brave souls are encouraged to take a         Ages:    Adults, Teens & Tweens
                                                     turn on the dance floor. Registration re-          Date:    Thursday, Nov 21
                                                     quired.                                            Time:    6:30-7:30PM
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                 LIBRARY                                PARKS & RECREATION                             SENIOR/YOUTH/SOCIAL SERVICES
Register at www.granby-ct.gov/library                Register at www.GranbyRec.com                         Register at the Senior Center
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Where: Library, Main Branch                     Date: Wednesday, Dec 4
Fee:      Free                                  Time: 6:30-7:30PM
Members of Salmon Brook Historical Society      Where: Library, Main Branch
reveal the stories behind how various town      Fee:     Free
roads were named. Bring your questions!         Learn how astronomical events helped
Bill Ross & Carol Laun will do their best to    create the seasonal symbol known as the
answer them. Registration required. Spon-       Christmas Star. Scott Tracy, science edu-
sored by Granby Public Library and Salmon       cator & member of the Astronomical
Brook Historical Society.                       Society of Greater Hartford, offers a fasci-
                                                nating lecture. Registration required.

                                                CONNECTING WITH CRAFTS
                                                LIBRARY
                                                Ages: 8 and older
                                                Date: Thursday, Dec 5
                                                Time: 6:30-7:45PM
                                                Where: Library, Main Branch
                                                Fee:      Free
                                                Paula Montes is back! Your child can
           THANKSGIVING                         partner with someone special to create a
             LUNCHEON                           hand-crafted holiday gift. All materials
      THURDAY, NOV 21 AT 12 NOON                will be provided. Register in advance.
        HELD AT THE SENIOR CENTER
     $6 MEMBERS, $8 NON-MEMBERS
   Ages 55 & up are invited to this annual
     tradition, featuring a home cooked
  Thanksgiving Dinner with turkey, mashed
  potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry
 sauce, rolls and pumpkin pie. Sign up early
     as this is our most popular dinner!
              Register by Nov 14.

MAKE A MINI GINGERBREAD
HOUSE LIBRARY                                       PARKS & RECREATION
Ages: 5 and up                                                    All Ages
Date: Saturday, Nov 23                                       Saturday, Dec 14
Time: 3-4PM                                                  8:30 or 10:30AM
Where: F. H. Cossitt Branch Library                Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Rd
Fee:     Free                                            $8 adults, Under 2 free
Create a miniature gingerbread house to                        $12 per child
take home with crackers, frosting and other        You and your family are invited to
fun ingredients. All materials provided. Ad-     this wonderful event! Includes conti-
vance registration.                                 nental breakfast, a holiday craft,
                                                  cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus &
THE CHRISTMAS STAR                                  more! Don’t forget to bring your
LIBRARY                                            wish list for Santa! Limited seating
Ages:   Adults, Teens, Tweens                           available, register today!

                 HELD AT THE GRANBY SENIOR CENTER
            Wednesday, Dec 11 beginning at 5PM / 8 mbrs, $10 non-mbrs
 Sponsored by Residence at Brookside, Avon, CT. Ages 55 & up are invited to kick off the       9
  holiday season with a fabulous & fun dinner and dancing with all your friends. Meal
      includes stuffed pork loin, mashed potatoes, vegetables and holiday treats.
 Music will be provided by one of our favorite groups, Airborne Jazz. Register by Dec 4.
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LET’S EXPLORE...BUS TRIPS
                                                 Vermont is the only Friesen farm in North         ly’s coal-mining roots and his newly discov-
       DAY TRIPS                                 American devoted exclusively to a majestic
                                                 breed of jet black horses from the Nether-
                                                                                                   ered passion to dance. In this hardscrabble
                                                                                                   world of a changing England, reaching high
                                                 lands. Tour the European stables and meet         becomes a leap of faith. Lunch on your own
THE BIG E                                        these gentle horses. Enjoy a choreographed        at the Gelston House. Cost $70
SENIOR SERVICES                                  musical show performed in the impressive
Wednesday, Sep 18                                arena. Lunch beforehand will be at the New        BOSTON FREEDOM TRAIL &
Departs 9AM, Returns 2:30PM                      England House with a choice of butternut
The largest fair in New England is back. Visit   squash ravioli, New England Pot Roast or Ci-      CONSTITUTION CRUISE
the Avenue of the States, Storrowtown Vil-       der Chicken.                                      SENIOR SERVICES
lage and the Better Living Center, the Mid-      Cost $102                                         Saturday, Oct 19
way and Animal Barns as well as all the food                                                       This walking tour of the Freedom Trail with a
vendors throughout the fairgrounds. Lunch                                                          local guide takes you to the Boston Common,
on your own. Register by Sep 11. Cost $17        LEAF PEEPING @ MT. GREYLOCK                       MA State House, Paul Revere House, Old
                                                 SENIOR SERVICES                                   North Church and much more. Enjoy a 45-
DUTCH APPLE CRUISE,                              Friday, Oct 4                                     minute narrated tour aboard the USS Consti-
                                                 Departs 8:30AM, Returns 3:30PM                    tution. Free time at Quincy Market and Hay-
ALBANY, NY SENIOR SERVICES                       Join us as we travel to the Berkshires, home      market Square. Departs South Windsor or
Thursday, Sep 19                                 of Mt. Greylock to observe the beautiful fall     East Hartford. Cost $99
Departs 8:45AM, Returns 7PM                      foliage. Lunch on your own at Bascom Lodge.
All aboard the Dutch Apple II for a 90-minute    Register by Sep 27. Cost $5
narrated cruise on the Hudson River. High-                                                         NEW ENGLAND FALCONRY
lights include Port of Albany, Gorgeous sum-                                                       SENIOR SERVICES
mer estates, wide variety of amazing water-                                                        Wednesday, Oct 23
craft and excellent bird watching. Enjoy a                                                         Departs 9:15AM, Returns 3PM
fabulous family style Italian dinner before                                                        New England Falconry is located on open
embarking at Buca di Beppo. Trip departs                                                           meadows and forestland in beautiful West-
from Simsbury. Cost $97                                                                            ern MA. You will experience the ancient art
                                                                                                   of falconry while learning about the life histo-
                                                                                                   ry of raptors, their role in the environment,
THIMBLE ISLANDS CRUISE                                                                             and the efforts underway to ensure their
SENIOR SERVICES                                                                                    survival and conservation. Lunch on your own
Friday, Sep 27                                                                                     at Esslon Café. Register by Oct 16. Cost $30
Departs 8:30AM, Returns 3:30PM
Always a favorite, we will cruise around the
islands off Stony Creek. Lunch on your own                                                         BOSTON CHRISMTAS FESTIVAL
on the water at the Guilford Mooring Restau-
                                                 ESSEX STEAM TRAIN AND                             SENIOR SERVICES
rant. Cost $18. Register by Sep 13. Cost $18     RIVERBOAT FALL FOLIAGE TRIP                       Saturday, Nov 9
                                                 SENIOR SERVICES                                   An annual favorite. This blockbuster event
                                                                                                   features 350 exhibitors and is the largest arts
VERMONT FOLIAGE TOUR                             Tuesday, Oct 8
                                                                                                   and crafts festival in New England. Enjoy arts,
                                                 Departs 9:15AM, Returns 4:30PM
SENIOR SERVICES                                                                                    crafts, foods to sample and to buy and more.
                                                 Enjoy a steam train ride through Essex. You
Wednesday, Oct 2                                                                                   Leisure time at Quincy Market. Departs South
                                                 will then board the Becky Thatcher Riverboat
Ride the Green Mountain Railroad through                                                           Windsor or East Hartford. Cost $81
                                                 for a cruise on the Connecticut River bursting
Chester and Ludlow, VT while viewing the
                                                 with beautiful fall foliage and historic sites.
beautiful fall foliage. Next stop, the Vermont
                                                 Your ticket includes lunch with a choice of
Country Store. Dinner will be at the New Eng-
                                                 beef tips and gravy, baked chicken or egg-
                                                                                                   MEADE ART MUSEUM
land House with your choice of pot roast,                                                          SENIOR SERVICES
                                                 plant parmesan with mixed greens salad, veg-
roast turkey or herb crusted whitefish. De-                                                        Wednesday, Nov 13
                                                 etable, roll and dessert. Register with your
parts South Windsor or East Hartford.                                                              Departs 8:45AM, Returns 3PM
                                                 meal choice by Sep 24. Cost $60
Cost $159                                                                                          The Meade Art Museum houses the art col-
                                                                                                   lection of Amherst College spanning five
FRIESIANS OF MAJESTY                             THE GOODSPEED, “BILLY ELLIOT”                     thousand years and encompassing the crea-
SENIOR SERVICES                                  SENIOR SERVICES                                   tive achievements of many world cultures.
                                                 Wednesday, Oct 16                                 Lunch on your own at Johnny’s Tavern. Sign
Thursday, Oct 3
                                                 Departs 9:30AM, Returns 5:30PM                    up by Nov 6. Cost $5
Departs 8:45AM Simsbury, Returns 7PM
                                                 Young Billy Elliot is pulled between his fami-
      The Friesians of Majesty in Townsend,
10               LIBRARY                               PARKS & RECREATION                          SENIOR/YOUTH/SOCIAL SERVICES
 Register at www.granby-ct.gov/library              Register at www.GranbyRec.com                       Register at the Senior Center
Please help us by signing up for Trips and Events as soon as possible. This assists us in
    planning and assures that our programs and trips won’t have to be cancelled.
                                                                                                        SHOPPING
                                                                                                  HOLYOKE MALL
                                                                                                  SENIOR SERVICES
OLDE MYSTIC VILLAGE                              MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS AT                          Friday, Sept 6
SENIOR SERVICES                                  THE SIGHT & SOUND THEATER                        Departs 9:30AM, Returns 2:30PM
Friday, Dec 6                                    SENIOR SERVICES                                  Register by Aug 30. Cost $5
Departs at 8:45AM, Returns 3PM                   Dec 7-8
Come out and enjoy an abundance of shops
in scenic Mystic during the holiday season.
                                                 Get into the spirit of Christmas with this       WALMART-AVON/CANTON
                                                 holiday show and enjoy an Amish Country
Lunch on your own at S&P Oyster House.           Christmas tour. You will feast by candlelight
                                                                                                  SHOPPES
Register by Nov 15. Cost $5                      at Plain and Fancy Restaurant as well as         SENIOR SERVICES
                                                 have time to shop at the Kitchen Kettle and      Friday, Oct 25
NEW YORK CITY                                    Farmer’s Market. Departs South Windsor or        Departs 9:30AM, Returns 2:30PM
                                                 East Hartford. Cost $399 single, $355 double     Register by Oct 21. Cost $5
“ON YOUR OWN”
PARKS & RECREATION
                                                                                                  YANKEE CANDLE—SOUTH
Saturday, Dec 7
Departs 7:30AM, Granby Town Hall                                                                  DEERFIELD, MA
These days in the city are on your own to                                                         SENIOR SERVICES
enjoy the Big Apple. See Chinatown, Little                                                        Friday, Nov 22
Italy, Central Park, a museum, the zoo, a                                                         Departs 9AM, Returns 3PM
Broadway show or shop – use your imagina-                                                         Lunch on your own at Farm to Table.
tion. These are our usual drop off points in                                                      Register by Nov 15. Cost $5
the City: The Metropolitan Museum of Art,
The Plaza Hotel, and Rockefeller Center.                                                          WALMART & EVERGREEN WALK
                                                                                                  SENIOR SERVICES
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT                                                                          Monday, Dec 30
AT OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE                                                                         Departs 9:30AM, Returns 2:30PM
                                                 CHRISTMAS PRELUDE IN                             Register by Dec 23. Cost $5
SENIOR SERVICES
Saturday, Dec 14                                 KENNEBUNKPORT, ME
A celebration of favorite holiday tradition,
music and food. Escape the frenzy of the
                                                 SENIOR SERVICES
                                                 Dec 8-9
                                                                                                             DINING
modern Christmas season and step back in         Attend the annual Celebration of the Christ-
time to enjoy an old-fashioned holiday. Learn    mas Prelude. Shopping, arts and crafts, fairs,   RUSSELL INN & THE BREAD
how many favorite traditions originated; see     caroling and tree lighting. Santa arrives by     BASKET BAKERY
chestnuts roasting on an open fire, sleigh       lobster boat in Dock Square. Cost includes
rides, gingerbread house contest, carolers       round trip motor coach, one night at the
                                                                                                  SENIOR SERVICES
                                                                                                  Friday, Sep 13
and more. Holiday buffet included. Departs       Meadowmere Resort in Ogunquit, 1 full
                                                                                                  Departs 10:30AM, Returns 2:30PM
South Windsor or East Hartford. Cost $159.       breakfast and one lobster choice dinner,
                                                                                                  Register by Sept 6. The Bread Basket is not
                                                 guided tour of Kennebunkport, Christmas
                                                                                                  handicapped accessible and has entry stairs.
                                                 Prelude Festival and shopping Kittery Out-
  EXTENDED STAY                                  lets. Departs South Windsor or East
                                                 Hartford. Cost $299 single, $269 double.
                                                                                                  Cost $5

                                                                                                  THE CHEESCAKE FACTORY
CHRISTMAS IN THE WHITE                                                                            SENIOR SERVICES
                                                 A CAPITAL NEW YEAR’S EVE                         Wednesday, Oct 30
MOUNTAINS AT THE INDIAN                                                                           Departs 10:30AM, Returns 2:30PM
                                                 IN WASHINGTON, DC
HEAD RESORT SENIOR SERVICES                      SENIOR SERVICES
                                                                                                  Register by Oct 14. Cost $5
Nov 6-8
This fun trip includes 2 nights at the Indian
                                                 Dec 30, 2019-Jan 1, 2020                         MAINE’S FISH HOUSE
                                                 Highlights of your trip include “A Christmas     SENIOR SERVICES
Head Resort with rooms in the main inn fea-
                                                 Story” at Toby’s Dinner Theatre on New           Wednesday, Nov 6
turing scenic mountain views, indoor pool,
                                                 Year’s Eve, Washington DC Tour includes          Departs 10AM, Returns 2:30PM
hot spa, sauna and cocktail lounge. Your visit
                                                 WWII, FDR, MLK, Iwo Jima, Lincoln, Vietnam       Register by Oct 28. Cost $5
includes two evening beer, wine and cheese
                                                 and Jefferson Memorials, Washington Mon-
receptions, holiday dinner with two nights of
entertainment, ice cream social, Christmas
                                                 ument and the US Capitol. National Christ-       LaFIGATA’S & OLD MILL
                                                 mas Tree and Pageant of Peace, visit the
Party with a visit from Santa, a tour of Fran-
                                                 Smithsonian Buildings. Departs South Wind-       POND VILLAGE
conia Notch, Chutter’s Candy Store and The                                                        SENIOR SERVICES
                                                 sor or East Hartford. Cost $589 single, $489
Christmas Loft. Departs from Simsbury.
Cost $510 single, $400pp double/triple
                                                 double,                                          Wednesday, Dec 18
                                                                                                  Register by Dec 11. No Van Fee
                                                                                                                                         11
TODDLER & PRESCHOOL
                                                     SOCCER SHOTS                                   MUSIC TOGETHER
                                                     MINI TODDLERS                                  PARKS & RECREATION
                                                     PARKS & RECREATION                             Ages:    0-5 with Caregiver
                                                     Ages:    2                                     Date:    Mondays, Sep 9-Nov 18
                                                                                                             No class Sept 30
                                                     Date:    Sundays, Sep 15-Oct 27                Time: 9:30 and 10:30AM
                                                              No class Oct 13
                                                     Time: 8:30-9AM                                 Where: Salmon Brook Park Gathering Rm
                                                     Where: Ahrens Park, 53 Hungary Rd              Fee:      $220 first child, $115 second child,
                                                     Fee:      $85                                            $90 third child. Siblings under 8
                                                     Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program               months on 1st day of class are free
                                                     introducing children to fundamental soccer     Join this international, research-based music
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME                                                                                & movement program for children from
                                                     principles, such as using your feet, drib-
Ages:    3-5 years                                                                                  birth to Kindergarten – and the grownups
                                                     bling and the basic rules of the game.
Date:    Tuesdays: Sep 10, 17, 24; Oct 1, 8,                                                        who love them! Around the globe, families
                                                     Through fun games, songs, and positive
         22, 29; Nov 5, 12, 19, 26;                                                                 enrolled in the program playfully share in
                                                     reinforcement, children will begin to expe-
         Dec 3, 10, 17                                                                              songs, rhymes, movement and instrument
         No program Sept 3, Oct 15, Dec 24, 31       rience the joy of playing soccer and being
                                                     active. Children must be 2 years old to par-   play, both in class and throughout daily life.
Time: 10:30-11AM                                                                                    Designed as a multi-semester program to
Where: Library, Main Branch                          ticipate.
                                                                                                    grow with your little one over the course of
Preschoolers and a caregiver share stories,                                                         early childhood, a beautifully illustrat-
songs, finger plays and a craft. No registration     SUPER SOCCER SUNDAYS                           ed songbook and CD is included each semes-
needed.                                              PARKS & RECREATION                             ter. Music Together brings families and
                                                     Ages:    3-5                                   friends together in a rich musical environ-
WEE ONES                                             Date:    Sundays, Sep 15-Oct 27                ment and demonstrates how joyful, sponta-
Ages:    Birth – 2 years                                      No class Oct 13                       neous music-making can be a part of every-
Date:    Thursdays: Sep 12, 19, 26; Oct 3, 10,       Time: 9AM, 10AM or 11AM                        day life.
         24, 31; Nov 7, 14, 21; Dec 5, 12, 19        Where: Ahrens Park, 53 Hungary Rd
         No program Sept 5, Oct 17, Nov 28, Dec 26   Fee:       $95
Time: 10:30-11AM                                     The Granby Recreation Dept is excited to
                                                                                                    HOLCOMB FARM PLAYGROUP
Where: Library, Main Branch                          bring this parent/child program to town.       PARKS & RECREATION
Babies, toddlers and their caregivers enjoy          Start early and learn from the pros! Your      Ages:     All Little Ones
board books, songs, finger plays and gentle          child will have fun participating in soccer    Date:     Wednesdays beginning in early fall
movement. No registration needed.                    related drills and games! Cleats and           Time:     9:30-11AM
                                                     shinguards are not necessary for this pro-     Where:    Holcomb Farm, 113 Simsbury Rd
                                                     gram. This program will be supervised by       Fee:      $5.00 per day drop-in
BEDTIME STORIES FOR THE                                                                                       Punch Card: $20 for 4 visits (5th
                                                     a professional soccer trainer from
“I’M NOT TIRED”                                      Soccer Shots!                                            visit free)
Ages:    4-7 years                                                                                  Kids stay, you play at the big red barn at Hol-
Date:    Thursdays: Sep 12, 19, 26; Oct 3, 10,                                                      comb Farm. Parents and caregivers can relax
         17, 24; Nov 7, 14, 21; Dec 5, 12, 19
                                                     TINY FOOD EXPLORERS                            and enjoy adult conversation, while partici-
         No program Sept 5, Oct 31, Nov 28, Dec 26   PARKS & RECREATION                             pating with their children to play, learn, and
Time: 6:30-7PM                                       Ages: 3-5                                      explore a variety of fun activities. Infants
Where: F. H. Cossitt Branch Library                  Date: Wednesdays, Oct 30-Nov 20                can enjoy soft toys and some tummy time
Preschoolers and early elementary students           Time: 10-11AM                                  together in the baby area, while toddlers and
and a caregiver share stories, songs, and a craft    Where: Salmon Brook Park Gathering Rm          older children can participate in more physi-
with Miss Heather. Pajamas encouraged! No            Fee:      $52                                  cal activities like climbing, sliding, ride-on
registration needed.                                 Bring your Tiny Food Explorer to learn all     toys, and a ball pit. Practice social skills by
                                                     about new foods in this four week series!      playing in the house corner, imagining in the
                                                     Learn how to introduce new foods in a fun      dress up center, or playing side by side at the
                                                     and exciting way from Registered Dietitian,    train table. Children learn to sit in a group,
                                                     Katie Shepherd. Each week will focus on a      sing songs, enjoy movement and dance and
                                                     new concept around food and picky eating,      have storytime. Playgroups can be one of the
                                                     and making a tasty snack together. Get         first, and most important social networks for
                                                     ready to get messy and play with some          children and families in our community.
                                                     food. All recipes will be nut free, but may     Instructor: Sherry Litchfield
                                                     contain dairy.

12                 LIBRARY                                   PARKS & RECREATION                     SENIOR/YOUTH/SOCIAL SERVICES
 Register at www.granby-ct.gov/library                 Register at www.GranbyRec.com                    Register at the Senior Center
YOUTH PROGRAMS
                                                 Fee:     at-the-door $1 donation accepted         instructor Amy Thompson. Please register in
                                                 Foos Ball, Shuffle Board, Air Hockey, GaGa, 4     advance as space is limited.
                                                 Square and arts and crafts. Fun for everyone!
                                                 Registration form is available on the YSB web-    FARMINGTON VALLEY YOUTH
                                                 site. www.granbyyouthservicebureau.com
                                                                                                   FIELD HOCKEY LEAGUE
                                                                                                   PARKS & RECREATION
                                                 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT LIBRARY                        Grades: 5 & 6
YOUTH ACTION COUNCIL (YAC)                       Ages:    Families of All Ages                     Date:     Sundays, Sep 8-Oct 20
YOUTH SERVICES                                   Date:    Wednesdays, Sep 4-Dec 18                 Time:     2:30PM
Grades:  9-12                                             No movie Nov 27
                                                                                                   Where: Practice GMHS Turf Field #2
Date:    3rd Wednesday of the month              Time: 6-7:30PM
                                                                                                   Fee:      $95
Time:    7PM                                     Where: Library, Main Branch
                                                                                                   Granby, Avon, Canton, Farmington, Sims-
Where:   Senior Center/Youth Services            Fee:     Free
                                                                                                   bury, Harwinton, and now Wethersfield are
Fee:     FREE, Community Service                 Drop in and enjoy a family-friendly film
                                                                                                   part of the League. Teams formed in each
         hours eligible                          Wednesday evenings. We’ll provide popcorn!
                                                                                                   town and practice 1 day week in their
A leadership development and community
                                                                                                   respective towns & games will be played on
service group. Check our website for open        ZUMBA FOR KIDS! LIBRARY                           Sunday afternoons in the various communi-
positions and for application materials.         Ages: Age 5-11                                    ties. Players will receive a reversible num-
www.granbyyouthservicebureau.com                 Date: Saturdays: Sep 7; Oct 12; Nov 2             bered jersey. All players will need a
                                                 Time: 10-11AM                                     mouthguard, shinguards, eye protection,
O.W.L.s (OUR WHOLE LIVES)                        Where: Library, Main Branch                       cleats and field hockey stick. Contact
YOUTH SERVICES                                   Fee:     Free                                     Granby Recreation if you are interested in
Grades: 7 & 8                                    Dancing is fun and good for you!                  volunteer coaching.
Date: Wednesdays, 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th of       Move it to music with

                                                                                              VACATION
                                                      E E
          the month, Oct 2019-April 2020

                                                   FR
Time: 6:30-8PM

                                                                                              WEEK FUN!
Where: Youth Service Building
Fee:      $125
Our Whole Lives helps participants make
informed and responsible decisions about
their sexual health and behavior. With a
                                                                            AT Y O U R L I B R A R Y !
holistic approach, Our Whole Lives provides
accurate, developmentally appropriate in-        STEAM LAB                                        CRAFTS, COLORING
formation about a range of topics, including     Ages:    6 and Older
relationships, gender identity, sexual orien-    Date:    Mondays: Dec 23 & 30                    & PUZZLES, OH MY!
tation, sexual health, and cultural influences   Time:    2-4PM                                   Ages: Families of All Ages
on sexuality. This full year class meets over    Where:   Library, Main Branch                    Date: Tuesday, Dec 24; Thursday, Dec 26;
the course of 30 sessions.                                                                              Saturday, Dec 28
                                                 Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art Time: Tuesday and Thursday: 3-8PM
WOW (WOMEN ON THE WAY)                           and Math with our makerspace kits. Drop by             Saturday: 2-5PM
                                                 and see what you can discover!                Where: F. H. Cossitt Branch Library
YOUTH SERVICES
Grades: 9-12                                                                                   Drop by during open hours and enjoy some
Date: Thursdays, Sep - April                                                                   family time together. Relax with an assort-
Time: 7-9PM                                                                                    ment of puzzles, simple crafts, and coloring
Where: Senior Center/Youth Services                                                            sheets in our delightful children’s space.
Fee:     $165
Explore new activities, sharing, and fun on
Thursday evenings beginning late Sep-Apr.
                                                 FAMILY MOVIE                                     WE LOVE LEGOS!
                                                                                                  Ages: 3 and Older
Registration form available on our website
beginning Sep 1, granbyyouthservice-
                                                 MATINEE                                          Date: Friday, Dec 27 & Saturday, Dec 28
                                                 Ages: Families of All Ages                       Time: 10AM-1PM
bureau.com
                                                 Date: Thursday, Dec 26                           Where: Library, Main Branch
                                                 Time: 2-4PM                                      Do you love Legos? Come play with ours!
OPEN REC YOUTH SERVICES                          Where: Library, Main Branch                      Take this opportunity for young builders to
Ages:  Middle School Students                    Enjoy a change of scenery and a chance to        get out of the house for a while and build
Date:  Thursdays 6-8PM and                       meet up with friends after a whirlwind vaca-     with friends. We have Duplos, too, for
       Fridays 7-9PM                             tion week! Join us at the Library to watch a     the little ones. No need to register!
Where: Senior Center/Youth Services              family-friendly movie and some free popcorn.                                             13
YOUTH PROGRAMS
                                                   MOSTLY MAKERS LIBRARY                                instructor Aubrey Schulz. Bring a towel or a
                                                   Ages:    10 & Up                                     yoga mat. Register as space is limited.
                                                   Date:    Wednesday, Sep 18, Oct 16,
                                                            Nov 20, Dec 18                              CHESS CLUB
                                                   Time: 3:30-4:30PM                                    LIBRARY
                                                   Fee:     Free                                        Ages:    6 & older
                                                   Design, build, mix, and tinker! All materials pro-   Date:    Every other Tuesday, Sep 24,
                                                   vided. Check the library website for featured                 Oct 8, 22; Nov 5, 19; Dec 3, 17
                                                   projects. Registration recommended.                  Time: 4-5PM
                                                                                                        Where: Library, Main Branch
                                                                                                        Fee:     Free
                                                   WE LOVE RAINBOW LOOM!
VAPING:                                            LIBRARY
                                                                                                        Challenge your friends! Sharpen your strate-
                                                                                                        gies! Practice your skills! We’ll provide chess
WHAT PARENTS NEED                                  Ages:
                                                   Date:
                                                            6 and older
                                                            Wednesdays: Sep 11, 25; Oct 9, 23;
                                                                                                        sets and some guidance. Drop by and play.

TO KNOW                                                     Nov 6, 20; Dec 11
                                                                                                        BOYS COUNCIL
Date: Tuesday Sep 24                               Time: 4-5PM
                                                   Where: F. H. Cossitt Branch Library                  YOUTH SERVICES
Time: 7-8 PM
                                                   Swap design ideas with your friends! Be inspired     (A One Circle Foundation program)
Where: Senior Center/Youth Services
                                                   by creative color combinations! Learn new            Grades: 4 & 5
Fee: FREE, registration required
                                                   techniques! Bring your loom and your stash of        Date: Mondays, Sep 23-Nov 25
                                                                                                                 No class Oct 14, Nov 11
If you have a child in school today, you need      bands. No registration needed.
                                                                                                        Time: 5:30-7PM
to know about vaping and E-cigarettes.                                                                  Where: Senior Center/Youth Services
Learn what vaping is, what it does to the          POKEMON CLUB LIBRARY                                 Fee:      $15
developing brain and why it is addictive as        Ages:    All Ages                                    Run by guys, (MS. Cox will be there too)e
well as strategies to help you discuss vaping      Date:    Wednesdays: Sep 18; Oct 2, 16, 30;          xplore friendship, team building, games and
with your child.                                            Nov 13; Dec 4, 18                           cultural expectations. Snacks and lots of
                                                   Time: 4-5PM                                          games, the focus is on fun and strengthening
                                                   Where: F. H. Cossitt Branch Library                  our friendships and social skills!
STEAM LAB LIBRARY                                  Bring your cards and play a game with a fellow
Ages:     Age 6 and older                          fan. No registration needed.
Date:     Tuesdays: Sep 10; Oct 1, 15, 29;                                                              ADVENTURES IN LIVING
          Nov 12, 26; Dec 10                                                                            YOUTH SERVICES
Time: 4-5PM
                                                   YOGA FOR KIDS LIBRARY                                Grades: 4 & 5
                                                   Ages: 5-11
Where: Library, Main Branch                                                                             Date: Mondays, Sep 23-Nov 18
                                                   Date: Saturdays: Sep 21; Oct 19; Nov 9                        No class Oct 14, Nov 11
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering,
                                                   Time: 10-11AM                                        Time: 3:30-5PM
Art and Math with our maker kits! Each
                                                   Where: Library, Main Branch                          Where: Senior Center/Youth Services*
week we’ll have fun focusing on a different
                                                   Fee:    Free                                         Fee:       FREE (grant funding from North
activity to stretch our brains in new direc-
                                                   Learn some simple poses, stretch and relax with      Central Area on Aging), registration required
tions and to improve our thinking skills.
                                                                                                        Intergenerational fun! Learn what growing
                                                2ND ANNUAL ZOMBIE SHUFFLE                               older is like, share games & fun activities and
                                                                                                        tasty snacks. *Transportation provided from
                                                YOUTH SERVICES
                                                                                                        Wells RD school to the Senior Center at dis-
                                                Grades:  3-5
                                                                                                        missal time. Parents pick up at the Senior Ctr.
                                                Date:    Oct 19
                                                Time:    6-8 PM
                                                Where:   Senior Center/Youth Services                   BUILDING A POSITIVE BODY
                                                Fee:     Tickets are $10 a pair, $5 each add            IMAGE IN THE 21ST CENTURY
                                                         family member with a $20 max                   YOUTH SERVICES
                                                Grab an aunt, uncle, parent or grandparent and          Ages: Tweens & Young Teens
                                                have a blast dressing up & enter our costume            Date: Wednesdays, Oct 2, 16 & 30
                                                contests, dance contests and play some excel-           Time: 4:30-6PM
                                                lent party games like a donut on a string eating        Where: Senior Center/Youth Services
                                                contest! Registration form will be available on         Fee:     Free, registration required
                                                line beginning in Oct.                                  Look at how things have changed over time,
14              LIBRARY                                    PARKS & RECREATION                           SENIOR/YOUTH/SOCIAL SERVICES
Register at www.granby-ct.gov/library                  Register at www.GranbyRec.com                       Register at the Senior Center
and media’s role is in shaping what we think is
beautiful. We’ll blend discussion and learning
along & plain old playing and having fun.                 YOUTH BASKETBALL
IT’S NOT ALL UNICORNS
& RAINBOWS
YOUTH SERVICES
Date:     Monthly drop-in, Sep 27, Oct 25,
          Nov 29
Time: 5:30-6:30PM
Where: Senior Center/Youth Services
Fee:      FREE, registration required
This is a monthly drop in support group for
tweens and younger teens with issues around
stress, anxiety, depression or anger manage-
ment. The group reinforces Cognitive Behavior
Therapy techniques for coping with negative                  FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN GRADES K - 8
emotions. Snacks served. Registration form on
line at www.granbyyouthservicebureau.com                                        PARKS & RECREATION
                                                    Dates: Practice begins Dec 2 for grades 2-8, Games Jan 4-Feb 29
COMMUNITY SERVICE                                          Grades K & 1 begins Jan 4
OPTIONS FOR TEENS                                   Fee:   Early Bird Registration before Nov 11 only $100. After Nov 11, $125
YOUTH SERVICES                                      Granby Youth Basketball provides basketball instruction in a positive and fun-filled atmos-
High School Helpers for our Thursday and Fri-       phere! Players will develop individual skills and coaches foster teamwork and proper sports-
day night Open Rec program for Middle School        manlike attitudes. Granby basketball looks to establish a foundation of basics for future sup-
Students. Flexible scheduling call AnneMarie        port of the High School programs. Our staff works hard to create an opportunity for every child
Cox for more information (860) 844-5355             to be with their friends and to make new friends while doing physical activity and making
                                                    memories that will last a lifetime. Fee includes a team shirt, instruction, practices and game
T2T Peer Education Program: Earn community
                                                    play. A co-ed program is offered for children in kindergarten and grade 1. Days/times of games
service for participating in information sessions
                                                    and practices are all dependent on volunteer coaches availability.
that you choose on topics of relevance to
teens. Peer education focuses on the educa-
                                                    Games are scheduled for Saturdays. Practices for grades 2-8 are scheduled during the week.
tion of members of a population with correct
                                                    Granby Practices and Locations:
prevention information so they can share it
with peers. Topics include issues related to           Grade K-1: weekly practice on Saturday mornings at Kelly Lane School (begins Jan 4th)
supporting LGBT/GNC peers, vaping risks, sui-          Grades 2:   week night practice and weekly Saturday game at Kelly Lane School
cide prevention, substance use risks unique to         Grades 3-4: week night practice and a Saturday game at Granby Middle/High School or
teens, and more. Call for a schedule of the                         East Granby High School
information sessions! 860-844-5355                     Grades 5-6: week night practice and a Saturday game at Granby Middle/High School or
                                                                    East Granby High School, or possibly or another nearby town (girls)
                                                       Grades 7-8: week night practice and a Saturday game at Granby Middle/High School,
AMERICAN RED CROSS                                                  East Granby High School, or other nearby town
BABYSITTER’S CERTIFICATION
PARKS & RECREATION                                  If you are interested in being a game official, please register on line at www.GranbyRec.com.
Ages:      11-15                                    You will be notified by our official’s coordinator by Dec 2.
Date:      Tuesday, Nov 5                           This league is dependent upon volunteer coaches. PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING YOUR
Time: 9AM-3:30PM                                    TIME! Please contact Terri @ 860.653.8947 if you would like to volunteer to coach.
Where: Salmon Brook Park Gathering Rm
Fee:       $105
This class provides individuals with the infor-
mation and skills necessary to provide safe and     PRE-SEASON BASKETBALL CLINIC
responsible care for children in the absence of     Grades:             1-8, Boys & Girls
parents or adult guardians. Develop skills in       Dates:              Monday, Nov 11 / 6:15-8:15PM and Saturday Nov 16 & 23 / 12-2PM
five critical areas: leadership, safety and safe    Where:              High School Main Gym
play, basic care, first aid, and professionalism.   Fee:                $37/session or $101 for all 3 sessions.
Class time includes practicing how to feed an       The Granby High School Basketball program is offering three clinics with an emphasis on funda-
infant a bottle, how to pick up and hold infants    mentals and skill development (shooting, passing, ball-handling, decision making, etc.). The
and how to change their diapers. Group discus-      clinic will be run by Curt Field, current assistant boys’ varsity basketball coach and former state
sions and class activities make this an informa-    champion player (2013 Granby Bears – Class S state championship team) along with a
tive interactive class.                             group of players from the high school team. Sharpen your skills and be ready for the
                                                    fast approaching winter basketball season.                                                  15
Where: Kelly Lane

KELLY LANE                                            AFTER SCHOOL                                       Fee:     $165
                                                                                                         Held at Kelly Lane School Art Room: Children
                                                                                                         are working independently and cooperatively
                                                                                                         as they begin to explore simple machines
SOCCER SHOTS @ KELLY LANE                             ATHLETICS WITH MR. S                               using LEGO early childhood materials. Pro-
PARKS & RECREATION                                    @ KELLY LANE                                       jects may include cranes, scissor-lift vehicles,
Grades: K-2                                           PARKS & RECREATION                                 and gear-based park rides.
Date: Thursdays, Sep 26-Nov 14                        Grades: K-2
Time: 3:20-4:20PM                                     Date: Mondays, Sep 23-Nov 18
Where: Gym at Kelly Lane                                       No Class Oct 14                           ART-VENTURES @ KELLY LANE
Fee:       $105                                       Time: 3:20-4:20PM                                  PARKS & RECREATION
Kids in grades K-2 will learn the fundamen-           Where: Gym at Kelly Lane                           Grades: K-2
tals of soccer while focusing on individual           Fee:      $115                                     Date: Fridays, Sep 20-Oct 25: Session 1
skill, fitness and sportsmanship. Children will       The essential skills, tactics and teamwork of              Fridays, Nov 1-Jan 3: Session 2
be challenged through fun games and team              various sports will be taught. Students will                No Class Nov 29, Dec 13, 20, 27
interaction. Children will also be introduced         participate in variety of fun sports and ath-      Time: 3:20-4:20PM
to competition in a developmentally appro-            letic activities. (Soccer, basketball, kickball,   Where: Art Rm at Kelly Lane
priate manner. Please have your child wear            floor hockey, etc.) Game play is essential,        Fee:     $150/1 session, $185/both
sneakers and bring a water bottle (no                 along with the skills and tactics for various      Get ready to "create some fun"! Just for Fun
cleats).                                              sports for athletes to learn at a young age for    Art-ventures lead children on an imaginary
GRANBY SPIKE JUNIORS                                  physical, cognitive, and affective develop-        tour through the world's greatest art muse-

   MIDDLE SCHOOL                                      ment. Programs will be supervised by Mr. S
                                                      (Kelly Lane Physical Education Teacher).
                                                                                                         ums, inspiring creativity through exposure to
                                                                                                         the FUN-damentals of artist's tools, tech-
                                                      What to Bring: Athletic wear, sneakers, water      niques and art forms, many inspired by the
                                                      bottle. Included with the purchase: Certifi-       masters. But don't just admire these great
VOLLEYBALL                                            cate Award, small prizes.                          works—decorate your home with master-
PARKS & RECREATION                                                                                       pieces of your own! Draw Oil Pastel Flowers
Grades: 6-8                                                                                              like O’Keefe, create colorful canvases in the
Date: Tuesdays, Sep 17-Oct 29                         ROCK WALL PROGRAM WITH                             style of Matisse, and design upside down and
          No Class Oct 8                              MR. S @ KELLY LANE                                 inside out Watercolor Dream Paintings in-
Time: 3-4PM                                                                                              spired by Chagall. Sculpt Swirly Clay Pencil
Where: Middle School
                                                      PARKS & RECREATION                                 Holders, create Burlap Landscape Collages,
                                                      Grades: K-2
Fee:       $130**                                                                                        and decorate Paper Mache Boxes. Craft
                                                      Date: Tuesdays, Sep 24-Nov 26
New in town middle school volleyball pro-                                                                wacky Cubist Costumes inspired by Picasso,
                                                               No Class Oct 8, Nov 5
gram! This is a co-ed program. Spike juniors’         Time: 3:20-4:20PM                                  draw very unique self-portraits, and design
goal is to offer age appropriate skill develop-       Where: Gym at Kelly Lane                           sparkling Fabric Wall Hangings. Creatively
ment and game play. Younger players can               Fee:       $115                                    educational, whimsical and unconventional,
work with lighter weight beginner volleyballs         The essential skills, techniques, and im-          these art-ventures welcome children into a
and lower net heights to encourage success!           portant safety information will be taught.         world of artistic wonder. Children bring home
The proper fundamentals of volleyball, while          Students will learn various ways to climb a        beautiful masterpieces each week sure to
focusing on individual skills, fitness, sports-       rock wall, while improving their muscular          transform any home into a gallery!
manship and most importantly, having fun              strength, endurance, and balance. Through
while learning to be a great player! The ba-          our daily activities, students will have many      FOOD EXPLORERS JR!
sics will be taught along with an introduction        challenges. The challenges include timed ac-
to competition in a developmentally appro-                                                               @ KELLY LANE
                                                      tivities, use of different paths, and climbing
priate manner. Each practice starts with the          while using a blindfold. All of these challeng-    PARKS & RECREATION
basics of passing, serving, sets or hitting and       es and skills will be presented in a fun and       Grades: K-2
ends with a game like situation. Coach Cindy          positive environment. Program will be super-       Date: Thursdays, Sep 26-Oct 10
van der Mark will be running this program             vised by Mr. S (Kelly Lane Physical Education      Time: 3:20-4:20PM
which began in the Netherlands years ago              Teacher). What to Bring: Athletic wear,            Where: Kelly Lane
with great success! **There is also a one-            sneakers, water bottle.                            Fee:      $45
time equipment fee of $45 paid to Cindy at                                                               Become a Food Explorer with Registered Die-
the first practice. This is for a special lite vol-                                                      titian, Katie Shepherd, and learn all about
leyball and club t-shirt with the player’s            BUILDING UP S.T.E.A.M.                             healthy foods and how to make them taste
name. Returning players pay only a $20                @ KELLY LANE                                       good. We'll explore healthy foods through
equipment fee just for the t-shirt. Bring this t      PARKS & RECREATION                                 taste tests, games, and making delicious
-shirt and ball to every practice.                    Ages:    K-2                                       food. Be prepared to taste new foods, learn
                                                      Date:    Thursdays, Sep 19-Nov 7                   new skills and new recipes. All recipes will be
                                                      Time:    3:20-4:20PM                               nut free.

16                  LIBRARY                                   PARKS & RECREATION                         SENIOR/YOUTH/SOCIAL SERVICES
  Register at www.granby-ct.gov/library                   Register at www.GranbyRec.com                       Register at the Senior Center
PE GAMES WITH MR.
MIGNEAULT @ WELLS ROAD
PARKS & RECREATION
                                                            AFTER SCHOOL                                 WELLS ROAD
Grades: 3-5                                                 and learn to run. Through games, drills and        S.T.E.A.M. WORKS USING LEGO
Date: Mondays, Sep 23-Nov 18                                other activities, your child will be prepared to   @ WELLS ROAD
Time: 3:20-4:20PM                                           finish their first race or take steps towards
Where: Wells Road Gym                                       improving their running ability. Students will
                                                                                                               PARKS & RECREATION
Fee:      $115                                                                                                 Grades: 3-5
                                                            be introduced to the basics of running with
Students will be active and have fun by partici-                                                               Date: Wednesdays, Sep 18-Nov 13
                                                            Coach Rob Lowe, a seasoned coach who will
                                                                                                                        No Class Oct 9
pating in PE activities such as “The Game”,                 design a fun and engaging program to teach         Time: 3:20-4:20PM
Capture the Flag, Climbing Wall and Tchouk                  your child to love being active. The program       Where: Art Room at Wells Road
Ball, as well as Teamwork Challenges like                   cost includes a t-shirt. Each Tuesday please       Fee:      $165
“Mission Impossible”, “The Maze” and other                  send your child prepared to run outdoors           Children are working with standard LEGO
games and activities you would find in a Wells              (including proper clothing, shoes and a water      materials to problem solve pre-engineering
Road PE Class.                                              bottle). For inclement weather the program         challenges involving structure, levers, gears,
                                                            will be held in the school gym.                    pulleys, and other elements of simple ma-
ATHLETICS WITH MR.                                                                                             chines. Projects may include balancing tower
MIGNEAULT @ WELLS ROAD                                      ART-VENTURES @ WELLS ROAD                          challenges, conveyor rollers, and drumming
                                                            PARKS & RECREATION                                 machines.
PARKS & RECREATION
Grades: 3-5                                                 Grades: 3-5
Date: Fridays, Sep 27-Nov 15                                Date: Wednesdays, Oct 30-Dec 18                    SOCCER SHOTS @ WELLS ROAD
                                                                     No Class Nov 27, Dec 11
Time: 3:20-4:20PM
                                                            Time: 3:20-4:20PM
                                                                                                               PARKS & RECREATION
Where: Wells Road Gym                                                                                          Grades: 3-5
                                                            Where: Art Room at Wells Road
Fee:      $115                                                                                                 Date: Wednesdays, Sep 25-Nov 20
                                                            Fee:     $105
Students will be engaged in more TEAM sport                                                                             No Class Oct 9
                                                            The theme is monsters and mermaids! Brave          Time: 3:20-4:20PM
activities such as Ultra Ball, Basketball, Floor
                                                            young art explorers journey into a fairytale       Where: Wells Road
Hockey, Soccer and other TEAM sports.
                                                            kingdom. Meet fantastical creatures, both          Fee:      $105
                                                            spooky and sweet, while conjuring bedazzling       Kids in grades 3-5 will learn the fundamentals
FIELD HOCKEY CLINIC @                                       art: Decorate wicked cool witch or wizard hats     of soccer while focusing on individual skill,
WELLS ROAD                                                  and sculpt clay witches on broomsticks! De-        fitness and sportsmanship. Children will be
                                                            sign colorful ceramic skulls & paint unicorn or    challenged through fun games and team in-
PARKS & RECREATION
                                                            dragon banks. Craft monster t-shirts and cre-      teraction. Children will also be introduced to
Grades: 3-5
                                                            ate sparkling castles on canvas. Make hand         competition in a developmentally appropri-
Date: Tues & Thurs, Sep 17-Oct 24
          No Class Sept 26, Oct 8, 15
                                                            puppet mermaids, vampires, fairies, were-          ate manner. Please have your child wear
Time: 3:30-4:30PM                                           wolves, or any creature you can imagine. Build     sneakers and bring a water bottle, no cleats
Where: Wells Road                                           UFOs and sculpt clay aliens to fly them, con-      needed.
Fee:      $65                                               struct haunted house boxes, and make metal
Join the fun while learning the game of field               robot art. Using some very magical potions
hockey. No experience necessary. Develop                    and spells (i.e. materials and techniques), art-
fundamental skills with drills and scrimmages               venturers experience painting, drawing,
designed to teach stick handling, passing, re-              sculpting, stained glass, ceramics, fabric art,
ceiving, dribbling and basic game play. The                 and more. Enchanting two and three dimen-
program will be coached by Mrs. Laflamme.                   sional masterpieces come home each week.
All participants must supply their own mouth                Fun, fantasy-filled art-ventures!
guards, sticks, balls, cleats & shin guards. Bring
lots of water! New players: when going to a sports          FOOD EXPLORERS                                      SKI SUNDOWN AFTER
store to buy equipment, provide 2 measurements for cor-
rect size (height and measurement from hip bone to floor)   @ WELLS ROAD                                          SCHOOL SKI CLUB
                                                            PARKS & RECREATION
                                                            Grades: 3-5
                                                                                                                      PARKS & RECREATION
FIT & FUN RUNNING CLUB                                                                                          Dates: Friday Afternoons, Jan 3-31
                                                            Date: Wednesdays, Sep 25 & Oct 2
@ WELLS ROAD                                                Time: 3:20-4:20PM
                                                                                                                Join Granby Recreation for this awesome 5
PARKS & RECREATION                                                                                              week after school skiing and snowboarding
                                                            Where: Wells Road
Grades: 3-5                                                                                                     program at Ski Sundown. Students leave
                                                            Fee:      $32
Date: Tuesdays, Sep 24-Dec 17                                                                                   directly from their school and are transport-
                                                            Become a Food Explorer with Registered Dieti-
          No Class Oct 8, Nov 5                                                                                 ed by bus. There are options for lessons and
                                                            tian, Katie Shepherd, & learn all about healthy
Time: 3:20-4:20PM                                                                                               equipment rental. Skiers who already have
                                                            foods and how to make them taste good. Ex-
Where: Wells Road                                                                                               a Season Pass are welcome to utilize our
                                                            plore the 5 food groups through taste tests,
Fee:     $150                                                                                                   busses if they want to attend on those days
                                                            games and making delicious food. Be prepared
This after school fitness and running program                                                                   to ski with their school-mates. Please
is a chance for any 3rd-5th graders to be active
                                                            to taste new foods, learn new skills and new
                                                            recipes during this fun class. All nut free.
                                                                                                                visit www.GranbyRec.com for details.    17
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