The Suffield Observer - A Watchful Messenger

Connecticut Children’s Hospital Benefits from Generous Donation

By Johanne Presser | November 1, 2025

The DeSimone Family Trust, established by long time past Suffield residents Jerry and RoseMarie DeSimone have donated $2.5 million dollars to support a neonatology intensive care facility and services in the newly built tower at Connecticut Children’s.

Suffield Sidekicks – Teens Helping Seniors

Suffield Sidekicks matches local seniors with teens to help with light household chores and yard work, such as dusting, vacuuming, raking leaves, planting, weeding, home organization and computer assistance.

Retirement Perks

Since last February I’ve been working out at a local gym, to disguise its identity, I’ll call it Planet Fatness.

Suffield Rotary Welcomes New Club Members

By Natalie Donais | October 1, 2025

A Community Tradition Continues with Fresh Faces and Renewed PurposeThe Suffield Rotary Club gathered in the heart of town to celebrate a tradition as enduring as the community itself: the induction of new members. The historic Suffield Country Club played host to an event that blended ceremony, camaraderie, and the unyielding spirit of service that defines Rotary.New Beginnings: Welcoming the Next Generation of Rotarians

Photo submitted by the author Natalie Donais, Rotary club president, with new members: Dian Friedman, Stephanie Salerno and Karlene Sullivan, new member sponsor

Each new member brings fresh energy, new ideas, and a renewed commitment to our mission, voice-echoing the inclusivity and optimism for which the club is known.

Government/Town

Building a Voter’s Guide

By The Observer Staff | October 1, 2025

We thought you might find it helpful to understand the process we undertook to produce the Voter’s Guide. To begin, questions were drafted for the candidates based on information we thought would be helpful for voters to know.

Government/Town

Suffield Voter Guide

By Observer staff | October 1, 2025

Town Election, November 4, Suffield Middle School 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.

The Observer asked all candidates: “What are your qualifications for this office?” Candidates were also asked another relevant question. Responses were limited to 200 words.

Organizations

Garden Club Volunteers Bring Beauty to Phelps-Hatheway Gardens

By Lisa Parker, Suffield Garden Club | September 1, 2025

Summertime brings many visitors to the historic Phelps-Hatheway House, not just to enjoy the house itself, but to take a timeless stroll through the gardens, lovingly tended by volunteers from the Suffield Garden Club.

FOFAH

Hilltop Farm to Host Oktoberfest

By Tony Peterson | September 1, 2025

The Friends of the Farm at Hilltop (FOFAH) is hosting its fourth annual Oktoberfest at Hilltop Farm on October 4th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Editorial

School Return

By Phoebe Kaplan, Student Editor of the Month | September 1, 2025

Going back to school in the fall has always been a bittersweet feeling, but this year it is even more bitter and even more sweet.

Government/Town

Field of Flags

By Kacy Colston | September 1, 2025

Be a part of the Suffield Field of Flags this Veterans Day. Honor the dedication of those who have served and are serving our country. Veterans, first responders and personal heroes can be recognized with an Honoree tag.