The Suffield Observer | Page 110 | A Watchful Messenger

Suffield’s Liberty Tree Puts Down Roots

By Danna Gauntner, Suffield Tree Committee | June 1, 2026

As part of Suffield’s America 250 celebration, the Suffield Tree Committee planted a native red oak on the lawn between Kent Memorial Library and the town’s Veterans Memorial this April.

New Fire Chief to Hire Volunteers, Rebuild Camaraderie

When Suffield native Brian Gauthier graduated from college and had time to spare, a town appeal for volunteer firefighters caught his attention.

Speak Up, Be Heard

As I was reviewing the articles for this month’s issue, I was struck by two in particular; the speech by the three students at the dedication of the Liberty Tree and the article on the air museum.

KML Programs

By Anna Cierocki | March 1, 2023

For more information or to register for a program, please stop by or call the library at 860-668-3896 or go online to suffield-library.org.

Books and Beyond

By Pinki Shah | March 1, 2023

First and foremost, we would like to thank all our Kent Memorial Library patrons for continuously showing their support and love for our “Books & Beyond Program.”

Book Review

By Jane Shipp | March 1, 2023

The Memoirs of Stockholm Sven By Nathaniel Ian Miller. 2021. Little, Brown and Company

Knights of Columbus and Rotary Grants Available

By Gayle Demko | March 1, 2023

The Suffield Knights of Columbus and Suffield Rotary have announced an open call for grant applications.

The Suffield Historical Society Receives a Grant

By From a press release | March 1, 2023

The Suffield Historical Society (SHS) was awarded a $6,200 CT Cultural Fund Operating Support Grant.

When she was young, Rachel Davis, now a sophomore criminology major and exuberant young woman, observed the cadet training that her 14-year-old brother underwent at the Connecticut Fire Academy in Windsor Locks.