Library
Not Quite Yet
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The optimistic headline on the front page, above the fold of the April 2016 edition of the Observer, was “Library Looks to Open Soon.” The main obstacle to reopening was reported to be one key air quality test.
Suffield’s History and Notable People Honored
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Trees have both common and scientific names, such as Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus).
Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association Receives Prestigious National Honor
The Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association (SVAA) has been recognized on the national stage as the 2026 EMS Agency of the Year by the National EMS Management Association.
Library
Upcoming KLM General Programs
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For more information or to register for programs, stop by the library, call 860-668-3896, check suffield-library.org, or follow us on Facebook. All of our programs are free!
Library
March Movies
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Seating is limited at 61 Ffyler Place. Please register for a showing at 860-668-3896.
Library
Children’s and Teen’s Programs
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Register for our programs online or by calling the library at 860-668-3896. See you there!
Director’s Corner
Bumps on the Road to a Dream Library
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The glittering library which resides at 50 North Main Street could easily have been written up in Alistair Black’s book, “Libraries of Light.”
History
Polish Heritage Society
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The Polish Heritage Society was unable to meet in February due to weather conditions.
History
A Moment in Time: Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
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Twenty-nine students of Room 5A pose in 1930 for their end-of-year class portrait on the steps of the girls’ entrance at the old Bridge Street School.
History
100 Years Ago in Suffield
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From the pages of the Windsor Locks Journal, selected and lightly annotated by Lester Smith, Historian of the Town and the Suffield Historical Society
Organizations
Friends of Suffield Grant Applications
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The Friends of Suffield is pleased to announce its 2018 call for grant requests.
History
Our Polish Heritage
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Our Polish ancestors started coming to Suffield almost 125 years ago. Upon arrival, most were farm laborers and domestic servants.
Through the Looking Glass
Stuff and Things
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As more of my friends and relatives have downsized, moved, or died, I have become conscious of how much clutter I am leaving behind for my family to clean up after my death; and I’ve started making plans to reduce the number of my possessions, leaving me with a simple and tidy environment.
History
Suffield Historical Society Show & Tell
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Wednesday, March 21 is Show and Tell evening at the Suffield Historical Society meeting, 7 p.m. at the Suffield Senior Center.
Now and Then
Arts and Skills at Suffield by the River
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Sunshine celebrated Betty Dalgleish’s 93rd birthday. It ushered in one of Betty’s 16 great-grandchildren, “Addie-for–Adelaide,” her smallness and innocence a joy.
Churches
First Church Activities
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First Church of Christ, An Open and Affirming Church, is offering the following events in the month of March.
Churches
Reverend Lisa Eleck’s Ordination
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Dr. Howard Thurman is quoted as saying, “Do not ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and do it, for what the world needs is people who have come alive.”
Organizations
Rock the Ride on Saturday, March 24
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The folks promoting the PMC Kids Ride in May invite their friends to enjoy live rock and support the Jimmy Fund with GrooveTube, great food in an abundant buffet, and good friends.
Suffield Observations
Look before you believe
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I was talking to a friend about a recent event. How could this happen? Are people blind?
Government/Town
Suffield Police Department Activity Report January 2018
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The following table has been adapted from data provided by the Suffield Police Department.
Government/Town
Police Department Resources
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Did you ever wonder about what resources are available to our Police Department for protecting our town? Well, wonder no more.
Organizations
SFES Launches Online Auction
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Through the generosity of local vendors, organizations, school administration, and SFES Board members, the fund raising auction includes some much sought after items for young and old alike.