Library
KML General Programs
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Climatologists say it was the hottest summer on record and the staff at the Kent Memorial Library agree.
Farming/Nature
The Busy Life of the Insomniac
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I come from a long line of insomniacs. Growing up, after tossing and turning for hours, my dad would make at least one nightly pilgrimage into the kitchen in search of a little snack to help him sleep.
Organizations
Ice Cream Social Draws Happy Picnickers
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Paul Kulas, former first selectman and retired innkeeper, leans into the music as he entertains the crowd at the Suffield Historical Society’s annual ice cream social.
Farming/Nature
… For amber waves of grain
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A Markowski farmhand maneuvers a big combine barely fitting under the wires of a shade tobacco field on Babb’s Road in mid-July.
Government/Town
National Public Lands Day
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National Public Lands Day is celebrated annually on Saturday, September 24 at public lands throughout the United States.
Organizations
Pasta Dinner
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The Suffield PMC Kids Ride, held in the spring, is offering a pasta dinner on September 17 at Sacred Heart’s Father Ted Hall: 5 to 8 p.m., great raffle, live music, lots of fun. $10 adults, $5 kids under 12, under 5 free.
People/Business
Long-time Scouter Honored
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Retired Boy Scout volunteer Lester Smith is pictured smiling with the award plaque and the special engineer’s cap he was given at a Troop 260 Family Night.
Schools/Sports
Superintendent’s Briefing
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After what I hope was a relaxing and enjoyable summer for the entire community, the schools are now fully engaged in teaching and learning for students and staff.
Schools/Sports
AAU Basketball Championships
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Pictured are Evan Craig and Matthew Emma, both of Suffield, at the AAU Basketball National Championships in Hampton, Va.