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    Longmeadow Public Library

    Longmeadow Public Library

    (4 reviews)

    The children's events could be better. Building is getting old and needs updating. There is plenty…read moreof books in the children's section though and a corner where children can play and sit on the couches.

    The building is a little hard to find. We just moved here, so our neighbor drew out the directions…read moreand told us she just saw a herd of kids head into the library and told us it was a great opportunity to meet other kids our son's age. Gosh, I love this town. The building is a little off the road with a tiny little sign outside of it. Just look for the big white beautiful building. There is adequate parking. As you walk into the building, there is a video and book drop off on your left. As you walk in the first set of door, there's a box top drop on your right. Great way to donate those things! The lady at the front desk was extremely nice and helpful. We were able to sign up for his first library card. Since he's not old enough to sign, the card was made under my account. You just need proof of residency. There are so many things to do here. There is a program for everyday of the month where there are events based on the age of your child. The building has two floors with a stair and elevator access. There are numerous comfortable chairs, gerbils to watch, fish in tanks, lots of computers and super quiet areas to study. The decor and building are absolutely beautiful. The most beautiful library I have ever seen. Looking forward to being an active member in this community and bringing out son to the different events. Books are good for three weeks and videos are good for one week before they've one overdue. You will also get an email to remind you. Awesome for those who forget easily, like me! Lol. You can also donate your old books here. Swing by, you will love it.

    East Granby Public Library - The kid's area

    East Granby Public Library

    (5 reviews)

    This is a very nice library with a average sized children's section. It is located in the complex…read morewith other town buildings. There was plenty of parking. The Librarian was very friendly and greeted us when we walked in. You can't miss the book tower in front of the librarian desk; my toddler and I were in awe looking at it. The children's section had a big fake tree that a child can go in. There were computers, Legos, train table, dollhouse, and other toys. There was a tween reading area. Although, this was not the biggest library, it was indeed lovely. I noticed a trail out back and had to check it out. The trail is called Doreen's Nature Trail and it was peaceful and neat. It is in memory of the former Library Director that tragically lost her life. Overall, this was definitely one of my top 10 favorite libraries I've been to. I wish my local library had a trail in the back!

    I went to the Library in East Granby for a quiet space to do some work. There is a large blue…read moreturkey right in front of the library. This is in honor of East Granby originally being named Turkey Hills. The inside of this library is very well kept, with a grandfather clock that immediately caught my eye. There are some beautiful plants and a nice amount of sunlight coming through. They have a self serve coffee and tea station. The books are nicely organized and there's a substantial amount under every author. They also have an area for kids and teens. As well as quiet areas where you can work on your computer. The kids area is a lot of fun, with a large "tree", the kids can go inside of to play. The books are also plentiful in this area. They also had a selection of books for sale. Here I found a book that I was very interested in a number of years ago. It probably would have been $1 if I wanted to purchase it. I sat down and read about 20 pages, and decided it's a bit too sad to fully involve my self in it right now, so I put it back. This library is quite a nice one in the small town of East Granby. Be sure, you're going to the library not the town hall, as they're right next to one another.

    Suffield Civil War Monument

    Suffield Civil War Monument

    (2 reviews)

    This monument was unveiled in 1888 and the infantryman on top faces south, hands on his upturned…read morerifle. He appears to be dressed in appropriate Civil War garb. Below him, the dedication reads "Suffield erects this memorial in honor of her citizen soldiers who died serving their country that the Union might be preserved. 1861-65." The East face of monument lists the 31 Suffield residents lost in the War Between the States. It also mentions Sharpsburg where the bloody 1862 Battle of Antietam was fought. The north face bears an intricate state of Connecticut seal and honors Fort Wagner in South Carolina. The west face displays crossed cannon representing the artillery and lists Andersonville, a town of Georgia where a large Confederate prisoner of war camp was built. The monument is located on a grass square to the south of Kent Memorial Library where there is parking. [Review 15195 overall, 697 of 2021, number 45 in Connecticut.]

    Standing in the Town Green where Routes 159 and 168 cross stands a granite sculpture of a Union…read moresoldier. The soldier and the pedestal must be at least 20 feet tall. This memorial was dedicated way back in 1888. The soldier, as in so many of the Civil War memorials I have seen, is holding the barrel of his rifle while the rifle butt rests on the ground. The monument is dedicated to those from Suffield who died in the Civil War. Inscribed on the front panel of the pedestal are the words: SUFFIELD ERECTS THIS MEMORIAL IN HONOR OF HER CITIZEN SOLDIERS, WHO DIED SERVING THEIR COUNTRY, THAT THE UNION MIGHT BE PRESERVED. 1861 - 65. There is also an inscription In the stone border above the panels that reads: 1888 SHARPSBURG FT. WAGNER ANDERSONVILLE The memorial's inscriptions are becoming difficult to read, I guess this can be expected since it is 125 years old. There is also a civil war cannon standing on the Town Green in close proximity to the memorial.

    Suffield Veterans Memorial - Suffield Veterans Memorial

    Suffield Veterans Memorial

    (3 reviews)

    There are entirely too many names listed on the sides of this memorial that is dedicated to local…read moreveterans. All of these men served in times of war. "Erected by the Town of Suffield in memory of her sons who have served in the wars of their country", it links the dates 1670 and 1920 on two bronze panels and lists veterans from the French & Indian Wars, Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Mexican War. Civil War, Spanish War and World War. Ah, the days when there was only one "World War" because other granite panels list more names for World War II, Korea, Vietnam and Persian Gulf. Atop the monument, a bald eagle with wings spread stands atop a globe. The memorial is located in a small grass square next to the Kent Memorial Library. It is an impressive monument to their service. [Review 15196 overall, 698 of 2021, number 46 in Connecticut.]

    Once a year the Town of Suffield hold a wholesome event called Suffield on the Green. A small Town…read morefall festival where the best of the Town and it's people are showcased. None more notable than is humbling Scroll of Honor listing the names of local veterans having served from the French & Indian War through to the Gulf War. For a small town and the extensive range of names is stunning. Then consider how many Towns across the US have the same Scroll. Moving to say the least. My only wish, these Proud Monuments would not have to add any other names to their Scroll of Honor.

    Suffield Historical Marker - A list of some famous Suffielders. Suffieldians?

    Suffield Historical Marker

    (2 reviews)

    This blue historic marker stands proudly in front of the Kent Memorial Library near the Suffield…read moreHistoric District. It is in decent shape and there is parking in the bank shopping center if you're nearby. The marker points out the founding of the town and some early history on one side and a list of famous Suffieldians on the other. On the front, "Suffield. In 1670 through a grant to John Pynchon, Suffield, formerly Southfield, originated as a township of Massachusetts because of a surveying error. Mindwell Old, the first child, was born in 1674, the year the town was incorporated. The town meeting has been the single form of government since 1682. By 1704 a church and a school had been built on the common. In 1749 Suffield became part of Connecticut, The American cigar industry was started here by Simeon Viets in 1810, and tobacco continues to be major crop. Early emigrants went to Vermont and Ohio, where several were elected to high offices. The Connecticut Baptist Literary Institution of I833 is now Suffield Academy. The school and the town have produced many leaders in religion, education, politics, insurance, agriculture, and business as well as the arts. In 1976, the Bicentennial year. Suffield has 9700 residents and 43.I square miles." On the reverse, "Suffield. These are among the many of Suffield who have given of themselves for others. PHINEHAS LYMAN 1716-1774, Commander of colonial troops 1754-1760 EBENEZER GAY 1718-1796, Congregational Church Pastor 1742-1793 TIMOTHY SWAN 1758-1843, Composer of sacred music, including "China" SETH PEASE 1764-1819, Surveyor of the Connecticut Western Reserve GIDEON GRANGER. JR. 1767-1822, United States Postmaster General 1801-1814 ASAHEL MORSE 1772-1838, Author of religious freedom in Connecticut SYLVESTER GRAHAM 1794-1851, Inventor of graham crackers and bread HENRY SYKES 1810-1860, Architect and builder WILLIS ADAMS 1844-1921, Painter of American landscapes OLIN WARNER 1844-1896, Artist sculptor Erected by the Town of Suffield the American Bicentennial Commission of Suffield and the Connecticut Historical Commission 1976." And yes, I do like Graham crackers. Henry Sikes designed the Second Baptist Church in 1840 (still in use) and several buildings at Amherst College. I'm sure I've seen Willis Adams' work in museums in my travels https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willis_Seaver_Adams. [Review 15194 overall, 696 of 2021, number 44 in Connecticut.]

    Graham Crackers. If…read moreyou love graham crackers, you can thank Suffield. (Keep reading) This is a 2-sided marker from the CT Historical Commission in the familiar white lettering on a blue background, It's located in a strip of grass on Route 75 in front of a bank. It tells us that Suffield was not only first named Southfield, but it was originally a part of Massachusetts due to some shoddy surveying back in the day, way back in 1670. The town was incorporated in 1674, the same year that the town's first baby was born -the baby had the awesome name of Mindwell Old. The plaque says that the American cigar industry was started here, and to this day tobacco remains an important local crop, Over the years, Suffield has "produced many leaders in religion, education, politics, insurance, agriculture, business, as well as the arts". The reverse of the plaque lists some of the most accomplished Sons of Suffield who benefited the country. One of the more amazing names I saw was Sylvester Graham (1794-1851). He is listed as "inventor of graham crackers and bread".

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