History

Trivia Answers

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a. Furniture. To save money and time, an unknown early Suffield woodcraftsman did not include a dovetail joint when making drawers for chests and bureaus, leaving a square open notch at the back of the drawer. An example of this “Suffield Notch” is found in a highboy chest at the King House Museum in Suffield.No. The first intent, in 1670, was to settle the town in a loosely formed community with residences spread out in large lots mainly along two roads, on East Street (known then as Feather Street) and Main Street (known then as High Street) and the “Western Division.” In 1676, when the town was resettled again after the Native Americans attacked the town during King Phillip’s War, there was a shift to a more compact settlement. At least ten men moved their residences from the western part of town to High Street, although not all of the settlers moved to the central village.b. and c. but not a. Most town roads during that time were built after the construction of residences.c. Sachems were chosen because they demonstrated leadership qualities and belonged to a prominent family; they could be male or female.

Government/Town

Suffield Farmers Market

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Marjorie Rollet Begin of Merry Mite Wild Gardens offers “tried and true, like Grandma grew…” a little bit of everything including pottery, flowers, plants, annuals, shrubs, fresh eggs, garden sculptures, etc. Farmers Market abundance for all. Amanda Thibedeau and Kathy Dunai from Cupola Hollow Farm offer produce and products grown/made of their farm including distinctive jams, jelly, relish, pickles, native honey, dip mix, goat milk soap, popcorn, fudge, breads, pies, muffins, and gift baskets. Claudia Cupe, owner of Granny’s Doggie Treats of Enfield, provides a healthier choice for dogs. Teddy Drewnowski is hard at work at the Farmers Market on the Green with all the other local farmers.

Organizations

Suffield Community Aid

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Register for the Flu Shot Clinic: Registration is open for the Flu Shot Clinic on Wednesday, October 8 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. This event is co-hosted with the Suffield Senior Center, in partnership with North Central District Health Department. Please call SCA to register today: 860- 668-1986.Generation Power- Providing Rebates on Fuel:Generation Power (formerly Operation Fuel) will be open for applications Sept. 2-10. You can apply for assistance with your home heating or utility bills. Call SCA with questions or to make an appointment to apply.

Schools/Sports

A Message from the Superintendent

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As we step into the 2025–2026 school year, my second as your superintendent, I am both proud of the progress we’ve made together and excited for the road ahead. Building upon our strong foundation of academic excellence, student well-being, and innovative teaching and learning will remain our focus. My commitment remains simple but unwavering: to ensure that every student in our care thrives.Kindness MattersEvery student and staff member deserves to learn and work in a safe and supportive environment. This priority is shared by our Board of Education and is my most important charge as superintendent. This year, we are taking an intentional step forward by introducing a “Kindness Statement” into every school handbook.

Schools/Sports

Kindness Matters

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We are happy to report on another year of successful projects funded by the Meghan Voisine Kindness Matters Grants. Students, teachers and youth organizations applied for grants in the Fall of 2024.

People/Business

Young Dancer to Compete in Belgium

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Photo provided by the family Thea Cosgrove with dance award and invitation. Thea Cosgrove is an impressive young woman. She is poised, articulate, and focused. A junior at Suffield High School, with a strong program there, she has an even stronger demand on her time and energy outside of school. Every afternoon she leaves SHS and goes to a local dance studio, where she trains until 10:00 or even later.

Organizations

A Perfect Day for Golf and Memories

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Many described it as the perfect day for golf. The weather was superb as eighteen teams, and more than ninety players, participated in the 34 Annual Glenn T. Packard Golf tournament.

Director’s Corner

Kent Memorial Library

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Summer is often synonymous with activity— whether it’s a packed calendar of family vacations, outdoor adventures, or simply longer days spent doing things we love

Library – General Programs

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Please note that Kent Memorial Library will be closed on Saturday, September 6 for Suffield on the Green and the annual Friends of KML Book Sale. Programs for Adults Movies at the Library KML is showing movies again! Visit our website at www.suffieldlibrary.org/ for more information, including this month’s movie showtimes. Books and BeyondDiscussion with Monica WoodThursday, September 18 at 7 p.m. on ZoomPlease join us via zoom to discuss How to Read a Book with the author Monica Wood. *Registration required, copies of the books are available at the library and on Palace Project and Hoopla.A charming, deeply moving novel about second chances, unlikely friendships, and the life-changing power of sharing stories.

Government/Town

Senior Center & Mini Bus News

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LunchesLunches are $6 and include tea, a cold beverage, and dessert. Please make reservations by noon the day prior. Please bring your own container for leftovers. Menu is subject to change.Tuesday September 2: Two hot dogs, baked beans, corn on the cobWednesday, September 3: Chicken cordon bleu, roasted carrots, Caesar saladThursday, September 4: Ham, egg, cheese casserole, oven roasted potatoes, corn muffinTuesday September 9: Sweet and sour meatballs over rice, toasted pitaWednesday, September 10: Meatloaf with mashed potatoes covered in gravy, vegetableThursday September 11: Million-dollar ravioli casserole,lemon parmesan salad, bread and butterTuesday, September 16: Tomato soup, grilled cheese, chipsWednesday, September 17: Chicken pot pie, cucumber salad, roll and butterThursday, September 18: Stuffed pepper, tossed salad, rye breadTuesday, September 23: Pepperoni pizza Sloppy Joe on a roll, carrot, celery, and cucumbers with dipWednesday, September 24: Hawaiian baked Huli Huli chicken, Hawaiian macaroni salad, bread and butterThurday, September 25: Baked kielbasa, sauerkraut, baked potato, roll and butterTuesday, September 30: Caesar Salad with crispy chicken, roll and butter

Mini-Bus TripsMini Bus trips require 5 passengers and are weather permitting. Reservations for September trips will open on August 20.

Book Reviews

Book Review

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The Safekeep is in some ways a historical novel–in other ways, and more important ways, an exploration of the kind of damage that wartime experiences can have on those who were children at the time.

Farming/Nature

No Such Thing as an Endless Summer

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This summer with the passing of Brian Wilson, the creative genius behind the Beach Boy sound and a master of harmony and escapism, my world became a less happy place.

Organizations

Suffield Arts Council Exhibit at KML

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The Pinney Gallery of the Kent Memorial Library in Suffield will feature a collection of work by a fine artist and teacher from East Granby, Lori Rapuano.