Organizations
Suffield on the Green 2024
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It’ll be here before you know it – the 2024 Suffield on the Green and Craft Fair – the 53rd year!
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.
Organizations
Polish Heritage Society
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The Polish Heritage Society (PHS) discontinued its monthly meetings during the COVID-19 epidemic and has been unable to resume them regularly.
Government/Town
Local Artists and Farm Stands Collaborate
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In a unique initiative that celebrates the town’s agricultural heritage and arts community, the Town of Suffield is proud to announce a new collaborative project between local artists and farm stand operators.
Government/Town
Planning for Our “Birthday”
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On July 4, 2026, our nation will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! America250 is a multiyear effort to help our nation, all 50 states, and over 100,000 cities, towns and villages commemorate the semi quincentennial, or 250th anniversary, of the United States. Check out www.CT250.org for commemoration resources and the beginnings of plans for spring and summer 2026 events in every town in Connecticut! www.America250.org will give you a peek into what will be happening across our country. Watch for info on Suffield and West Suffield celebrations at www.suffieldct.gov/things-to-do/America250.
Organizations
Cool Air at Academy Hall
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The West Suffield Village Improvement Association is happy to announce the receipt of a generous Zak grant through the Hartford Foundation which has been used to install air conditioning and heating at Academy Hall
People/Business
Local Swimmer Competes at Olympic Trials
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Every four years since 1896, when the first modern Olympic games took place, many young athletes have been eager to compete.
Schools/Sports
Introducing Our New Superintendent of Schools
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The Suffield Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew H. Dunbar as the new Superintendent of the Suffield Public Schools, effective July 1, 2024.
Schools/Sports
Superintendent’s Corner
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As I reflect on my first two months as superintendent, I am grateful and excited to be in Suffield.
Schools/Sports
New Suffield High School Principal Appointed
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The Suffield Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Anthony Hibbert as Principal of Suffield High School.
Schools/Sports
SHS Film Program Standout Productions
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During the past school year at Suffield High School, the Film and Video program celebrated several achievements of note.
Schools/Sports
Spaulding School Food Waste Program Succeeds
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If you could bottle the enthusiasm shown by 8-year-olds Kinsley Smith and Patrick Wheeler over the food scrap collection program they took part in last year at Spaulding Elementary School and apply it to other town issues, solutions could become much less intimidating.
Organizations
Community Fund Advisory Committee Seeks New Members
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The Suffield Greater Together Community Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is now accepting applications for new members of its advisory committee.
Organizations
The Beauty of the Allagash Waterway
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On June 17, 16 scouts from Troops 260 and 262 embarked on their biennial adventure to canoe the Allagash Waterway.
Organizations
Why Join Cub Scouts?
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Cub Scouts is an amazing place for your scout and family to have a blast and enjoy the outdoors.
Organizations
Kindness Matters Grants Update
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We are pleased to report another successful Meghan Voisine Kindness Matters Grant cycle for this past school year.
Should You Buy Refurbished Laptops, Tablets and Other Electronics?
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Established sellers say that buying refurbished electronics can save you hundreds of dollars, up to 70%, compared to new ones.
Library
KML September Programs
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or more information or to register for a program, please stop by or call the library at 860-668-3896 or go online to suffield-library.org. Follow us on Facebook.
Organizations
KML Gallery to Feature Group Art Show
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The Suffield Arts Council will host a group show of work by members of The Agawam Community Artists and Artisans (ACAA).