History
Daughters of the American Revolution
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Photo provided by Judith Hanmer Sibbil Dwight Kent Chapter of the DAR cared for our Veterans in the Old Cemetery this past summer. Honored and resting in peace.
Suffield’s Liberty Tree Puts Down Roots
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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.
Government/Town
PARKS & RECREATION NEWS
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It Was a Fantastic #SummerinSuffield
From sunny days to starry nights, #summerinsuffield was packed with fun, friends and fantastic programs as we offered a wide variety of events that showcased the town’s community spirit.
History
Historic Suffield
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Photo from Connecticut Landmarks Ebenezer King built this elaborate Federal-style mansion, with two porticos in 1795. In 1811, he sold the house to William Gay, the son of Ebenezer Gay and a prominent lawyer and postmaster of Suffield, who ran the post office from his house. The house came to be known as the Gay Mansion and remained the possession of descendants of the Gay family until 1916. The house is now the official residence of the headmaster of Suffield Academy. Photo from Connecticut Landmarks This house was built in 1850-1870 by Ephraim West.
Organizations
Two Local Artists Featured in Reigning Cats and Dogs Exhibit
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Two Suffield artists and longtime friends, Christine MacClintic and Stephanie Garofalo, will have their work featured in the upcoming art show
Schools/Sports
Agriscience Senior Center Project
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Photo by Sharonm Bruno In May, Suffield’s Vocational Agriscience Center students gather at the Suffield Senior Center to plant beautiful flowers that they had grown in the raised flower beds that they built. The two raised flower beds were donated by Home Depot along with all the soil to fill the beds.
Local Artists Show at Bradley Airport
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Three Suffield artists’work is on display at Bradley Airport until the end of October.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Library
Kent Memorial Library – So Much More to Offer!
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There is a lot to love about Suffield and over the past year I have been intent on showing my grandkids some of my favorite places.
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.
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
Schools/Sports
Suffield High School Athletic Corner
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Our Suffield High School Spring Athletic Teams in Action
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.
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.
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.
Schools/Sports
Middle School Launches Food Scrap Collection Program
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The Suffield Middle School is scheduled to launch a permanent food scrap collection program on August 28 for sixth graders and September 8 for seventh and eighth graders
Schools/Sports
Welcome Back from the Board of Education
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As we begin a new school
year, the Suffield Board of
Education would like to welcome
back all of our students,
families, and staff.
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.