Organizations
Forests and People: The Ecological and Historical Antecedents to 21st Century Conservation
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On November 6, Paul K. Barten will be the guest speaker at the Suffield Land Conservancy’s annual meeting.
Sullivan’s Tobacco Plantation:Growers of Cigar Leaf Tobacco and more
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The John Sullivan & Son Tobacco Farm was started by my grandfather, John L. Sullivan.
Interfaith Council Celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Sunday, February 9 at Suffield’s Third Baptist Church, many gathered to remember and celebrate the life and teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr.
100 Years From Now
These last elections have touched me in a different way as I looked around me on Election Day.
Organizations
Rotary Clubs Join Together to Fund Projects in Guatemala
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Twenty-six Rotary Clubs in northern Connecticut and Western Massachusetts (Rotary District 7890) have joined together to fund a project that will bring fresh drinking water, sanitation facilities and hygiene training to a needy Mayan community in Guatemala.
Schools/Sports
A Season of Gratitude and Growth
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As we move through the fall season, the Suffield Board of Education extends our gratitude to the students, families, educators, and staff who make our schools such special places to learn and grow.
Schools/Sports
Suffield Elementary PTO’s Color Run
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A burst of color and community spirit lit up the fields of McAlister Intermediate School on a sunny Saturday morning in October as students, families, and staff came together for the Suffield Elementary PTO’s first ever Color Run.
Organizations
Taters Sold by Troop 66 at Suffield On The Green
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Back in September Troop 66 sold baked white and sweet potatoes with toppings like chives, butter, cheese, sour cream and more at Suffield On The Green.
Schools/Sports
Rotary Students Honored
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On October 1, the Suffield Rotary honored two Suffield High School seniors at the Suffield Country Club.
Schools/Sports
Agriscience Center: Celebrating 60 Years
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In 1966, the Suffield Regional Vocational Agriculture Program received its official state charter, marking the establishment of the Suffield Regional Future Farmers of America Chapter.
Schools/Sports
Solar Array Expansion Completed at Suffield Academy
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Installed in 2020, the original array spans 1.94 acres and comprises 1,764 panels, each with a capacity of 340 watts.
People/Business
Walk For Thought Raises Funds
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Northwest Park in Manchester was buzzing this weekend for the 21st annual Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut Walk for Thought, thanks to Colleen Bland of Suffield.
Farming/Nature
New Feature in the Observer – Share Your Farm Stories
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Starting with this issue, the Observer, from time to time, will be publishing stories from young and old on their farm experience in Suffield
History
A Moment in Time – Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
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Lizzie Allen delivers the mail on Hill Street.
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, Kent Memorial Library.
Columns
Suffield Observations – A Test for Our Times
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In the sitcom Cheers, the bartender Sam Malone pitched for the Boston Red Sox. What was his most notable accomplishment?
Organizations
Please Pardon our Appearance
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In June, the Historical Society announced its contract with Silver, Petrucelli + Associates of Hamden, CT, to conduct a Condition Assessment and HVAC Feasibility Study of the Alexander King House.
Churches
Come Enjoy Christmas in Suffield
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Events are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 1.