Schools/Sports
SHS Student Musicians Receive All-State Honors
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Five Suffield High School musicians have been accepted into the Connecticut Music Educators Association (CMEA) All-State Ensembles this year.
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.
Farming/Nature
Annual Audubon Spring Bird Census
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It’s almost that time again! The annual bird census for Suffield will take place from Saturday, April 26 through Sunday, May 18.
Government/Town
Prescribed Burn in Southwick Raises Alarm
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A plume of smoke rises above the Southwick Wildlife Management Area on Friday, March 14.
Organizations
Suffield’s Polish History
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The March issue of The Suffield Observer briefly introduced Michael and Julia Maciorowski, also known as Mike and Julia Davis.
Organizations
Finding Cesar
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The Suffield Historical Society will meet on Tuesday, April 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the Suffield Volunteer Ambulance at 205 Bridge Street in Suffield.
History
A Moment in Time: Old Photos Invited from Our Readers
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This is a picture of a home at 1125 Mountain Road.
History
100 Years Ago in Suffield
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Selected from the pages of the Windsor Locks Journal and lightly annotated by Wendy Taylor, Kent Memorial Library.
History
Why Should Paul Revere Get All the Glory?
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Paul Revere gets credit for being the rider who warned colonists of the approach of British soldiers. But Revere was not the only rider. There were others, perhaps 40 riders. Among them was Isaac Bissell of Suffield. The riders carried a message from Joseph Palmer of the Massachusetts Committee of Safety.
Churches
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale
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West Suffield Congregational Church will be holding its annual Spring Rummage and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Churches
Second Baptist Church News
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Words of Welcome from our Interim Pastor – Reverend James Leavitt
Churches
West Suffield Congregational Events
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The children of the West Suffield Congregational Church spearheaded a food drive!
Churches
First Church of Christ, UCC
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First Church of Christ, Congregational UCC of Suffield, Connecticut is an open and affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ. First Church welcomes all to join us in faith and worship Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m., in-person or through our YouTube livestream. No matter who you are, or where you are, on life’s journey, YOU are welcome here. Come as you are, for this is God’s house—a house of prayer for all people, and God welcomes each one who comes. First Church welcomes all new attendees, and those who have attended many years, to join us for worship for one minute, one Sunday, one month, one year…whatever calls to you!
Churches
Sacred Heart News
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April is the transition month from the season of Lent to the season of Easter.
Farming/Nature
The Amphibians’ Big Night
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Every spring, when the weather warms up to at least 40 degrees, the snow is almost all melted and the ground is starting to thaw, a remarkable event known as Big Night occurs.
Government/Town
Trees for Suffield Breaking Ground for Arbor Day
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Trees for Suffield is breaking ground all over town in celebration of Arbor Day.
