Organizations
Conservation Work in Progress in Suffield
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Connecticut Landmarks invites visitors to toast the start of conservation work with the team working to stabilize the 18th-century Réveillon wallpaper adorning the Phelps-Hatheway House.
A Love Match Made in Japan
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While most couples find love within their own country, Dave and Joanne Thayer found theirs in Japan.
A Tribute to a Special Observer Volunteer
On December 7, I lost a dear friend and the Observer lost a very special volunteer. Carol Martin passed away peacefully.
Words Matter
I find it disturbing that it’s common for people in all walks of life to use derogatory, hurtful, negative and harmful words.
Library
KML Has New Director
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In late September Kent Memorial Library welcomed its new Library Director, Amy Vessella.
Farming/Nature
All We Did Was Sing
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I loved being in first grade at Bridge Street School. My teacher, Mrs. Hinson, all decked out in her floral dress, was very nurturing and taught us to read and to do math.
People/Business
Barbara Coffin Helps a Worthy Cause
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For the second time in five years, local artist Barbara Coffin is holding an art show and sale to benefit The Second Chance Shop of Suffield and its parent, The Village for Families & Children.
Organizations
Old Center Cemetery Story: Elizabeth Leavitt
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The second Old Center Cemetery Tour sponsored by the Suffield Historical Society introduced tour participants to a different group of people buried in the cemetery.
Organizations
Recognizing Some of Suffield’s Special People
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On Friday, October 4, at halftime of a game versus Suffield’s perennial rival, the Suffield High School girls’ soccer team paused its undefeated season to honor and recognize two families who have contributed much to the town.
Parks and Rec
Fall Fun at the Parks and Recreation Department
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Fall Fun at the Parks and Recreation Department
Organizations
Rotary Club of Suffield Sand and Salt Program for Seniors
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The Rotary motto is Service above Self. Rotarians are involved in many projects in our community, and in the world.
Organizations
Notable Trees Stand Tall in Connecticut
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Every Connecticut school child knows the story of The Charter Oak, an enormous white oak tree in Hartford that safely hid Connecticut’s Royal Charter from the English governor-general in 1687.
Organizations
The Age of Dinosaurs in the Connecticut Valley
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The Suffield Land Conservancy welcomes all to attend its annual meeting at 7 p.m. on November 7 at the Senior Center.
Organizations
SWC November Fun
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Suffield Woman’s Club (SWC) will meet at noon on November 12 in the gallery at Kent Memorial Library.
Organizations
Santa is Coming!
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You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why – Santa Claus is coming to Suffield!
People/Business
An Unforgettable Man
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It’s hard to include in one article all the many aspects of the man who was Lester Smith. He had lived in Suffield for 70 years and was a well-known and well-respected part of the greater community.
Editorial
The End of an Era
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I knew this day would come. I prepared for it. I got advice about it. Through the years I gave all my attention, care and love. I appreciated the time together, tried not to take it for granted.