Organizations
Observer Debut Gets National Ink
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While everyone and his uncle is starting a Web site as a way to communicate with the world, two small groups of people are taking a more traditional approach: they are publishing newspapers.
Farming/Nature
What I See in My Daily Walks
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Hello – my name is Faith. I am a dog. Just a regular dog. I have no special skills to speak of (other than my ability to form words and articulate thoughts onto a computer). Other than that… I’m just a regular house dog.
Suffield 350th Anniversary Committee
Be a 350th Sponsor
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The 350th Committee has lots of exciting events, programs and projects in the works for Suffield’s anniversary celebration, and we need your financial support now to make them a reality. Please consider becoming a 350th Sponsor. There are multiple levels of sponsorship available with recognition at events and in promotional materials. To learn more about sponsorship levels please check www.tinyurl.com/Sponsor350, send an email to Suffield350@gmail.com or leave us a message at 860-758-0115. Thank You!
Organizations
FOS News
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The Friends of Suffield (FOS) will do their annual grant disbursements at Suffield Senior Center, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. See www.friendsofsuffield.org
Government/Town
Parks & Rec News
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March 20, the first day of spring, is a date I look forward to every year with much anticipation. That day brings with it renewed energy and hope for nicer weather around town. Usually, it has been about four months since many of us were able to enjoy warmer weather, work in the yard or just get out for a walk. Every day I see more and more people out walking by my office on Mountain Road, playing in the parks and enjoying spring sport; people seem to have just a bit more cheer! Be sure to get out and enjoy all that Suffield has to offer.
People/Business
Internet Provides Opportunity for Local Startup
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On Monday, March 4, a new way to generate some income from your property was introduced. Launching from Suffield, Events at HOME (your dream home for your dream day) offers homeowners the opportunity to rent out their private land, house or barn for weddings, events and corporate gatherings a few times per year. No sleepovers are allowed, and rental rates are by the hour. A typical profit for a home owner ranges from $600–$900 for a 12-hour land rental (no home access) to $1,200–$1,800 for a 12-hour rental which includes access to both the house and the land. If you own a waterfront estate with all the bells and whistles, the hourly rate ranges between $600 and $800 which can quickly add up to over $9,000 for a single day event.
People/Business
A Promise to Astrid
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The New England Premiere of the movie A Promise to Astrid will take place on June 2, at 6 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church, 580 Main Street in Agawam. Admission is free and tickets are not required.
Organizations
Dedication to the Observer: A Family Affair
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Bob Warren served on the Editorial Board for the paper’s first issue and was Chairman of the Observer’s Board of Directors from 2001 to 2012.
History
100 Years Ago in Suffield
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Selected from the pages of the Windsor Locks Journal and lightly annotated by Wendy Taylor of Kent Memorial Library, who is expanding her considerable abilities in historical research.