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On Saturday, March 14, 2020 at the 15th Annual Matianuck District Scouter Recognition Dinner of the Connecticut Rivers Council Boy Scouts of America, Evan Mankouski was awarded the 2019 Emil Huyghebaert Eagle Scout of the Year Award. The Matianuck District is comprised of 12 towns including Suffield and 53 scouting units.
Early Saturday afternoon, April 4, a driver reaches out with his contribution, probably a gift card, for the gals at the Shamrock Café to hand out on Sunday afternoon to veterans.
Are you involved with a non-profit organization that could use a little extra funding? The Friends of Suffield, a volunteer organization committed to enriching our town and giving back to the community, is pleased to announce we have extended the deadline for grant requests.
Picture this: A gaggle of giggling children are racing around under sunny skies as they enjoy a variety of fun activities and games. That sounds pretty wonderful anytime, but perhaps it’s an exceptionally appealing image during this time of social distancing.
It can be said that what is truly valuable only comes into focus during times of crisis. This is especially true of Suffield Community Aid (SCA) – your local safety net – and the Town of Suffield’s chosen partner to deliver vital resources.
Suffield has a new community participation opportunity for residents to remain engaged while still practicing social distancing. In 2019, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving established $100,000 community funds for each of the 29 towns in the Foundation’s region, which includes the town of Suffield.
As a thank you to the first responders of Suffield who aid residents who have been affected with COVID-19, the Rotary Club is providing $1500 donation for meals, snacks and beverages while responders are on the front-line of this epidemic.
Times have gotten hard for everyone, and Enfield Loaves & Fishes announced that it has seen an unprecedented demand for meals amid the coronavirus pandemic and the economic shutdown that has accompanied it.
Now, more than ever, we need nature. Spending time outdoors can help to reduce stress and anxiety, and increases positive feelings.
Dr. James Loomis, Director of Adult Services at The Center for Children with Special Needs addressed employment challenges for young adults with Aspergers/Autism Spectrum Disorder at Kent Memorial Library in Suffield on February 25.