http://www.ctstategrange.org/ Keep up to date on all the events of the North Stonington Community Grange en-us Copyright 2026 The Connecticut State Grange. All Rights Reserved. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:14:03 GMT 20 http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10175 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:00:01 GMT 10175 April 10: Change is in the Air April 24: Community Citizen and Seals and Certificates Our February 13 program was full of Valentine fun. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10151 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:01 GMT 10151 March 13: Lecturer: Ritual Program March 27: Lecturer’s Program State Contest Entry Our one program in January was indeed a “Surprise”! The new title was “An Interview With an Aspiring Ballerina”. The ballerina, named Julia Watrous, is the beautiful, talented 15 year-old granddaughter of our Lecturer, Sue Pianka. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10149 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:00:01 GMT 10149 March 7: Meeting at Hillstown Grange Hall, 7 pm (in case of inclement weather and cancellation of meeting, it will be held on March 14th.) The next meeting of Eastern Connecticut Pomona Grange will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Hillstown Grange Hall, 617 Hills Street, East Hartford at 7:00 p.m. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10130 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:01 GMT 10130 Mar. 13: Lecturer: Ritual Program Mar. 27: Lecturer’s Program State Contest Entry Our one program in January was indeed a “Surprise”! The new title was “An Interview With an Aspiring Ballerina”. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10127 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:00:01 GMT 10127 Mar. 7: Meeting at Hillstown Grange Hall, 7 pm (in case of inclement weather and cancellation of meeting, it will be held on March 14th.) The next meeting of Eastern Connecticut Pomona Grange will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Hillstown Grange Hall, 617 Hills Street, East Hartford at 7:00 p.m. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10108 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 07:00:01 GMT 10108 Feb. 13: Program hosted by Dick and Camilla Tarryk Feb. 27: Snow date for February 13 December was a busy month. Our annual Christmas party was well attended, with nearly 20 children enjoying Sue’s fun and games and receiving gifts from jolly old Saint Nick. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10083 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10083 Jan. 9: It’s a Surprise Jan. 23: Snow Date for January (otherwise no meeting) At our one November meeting we learned about Thanksgiving and we took a quiz to see how much we really knew about it. One thing we learned was that, sadly, they had no mashed potato’s at that first meal because potatoes came to America much later than the Pilgrims did. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10080 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10080 Please remember that we will be holding a community service project with Habitat for Humanity on April 25, 2026 and that we have also set aside the date of July 18, 2026 for a Pomona activity. Suggestions for the activity which have been made so far include a mystery dinner, visits to Mystic Seaport or Mystic Aquarium, the town of Essex, or a visit to a farm for ice cream. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10057 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10057 Dec. 6: “Holiday Fun” at Ekonk Comm. Grange Hall, Sterling, 7 PM The next meeting of Eastern Connecticut Pomona Grange #14 will be held on December 6th at Ekonk Grange Hall. The program will be “Holiday Fun”. The collection items for this meeting will be non- perishable meals such as mac and cheese, granola bars, etc. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10060 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10060 Nov. 14: Food and Other Things Nov. 28: No Meeting, Happy Thanksgiving to All! On September 12, Jeff Barnes installed our slate of officers in fine style. We are always impressed with his amazing memory. At our Sept. 26 meeting we learned the difference between goldenrod and ragweed. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10039 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10039 Dec. 6: “Holiday Fun” at Ekonk Community Grange Hall, Sterling at 7 pm The next meeting of Eastern Connecticut Pomona Grange #14 will be held on December 6th at Ekonk Grange Hall. The program will be “Holiday Fun”. The collection items for this meeting will be non- perishable meals such as mac and cheese, granola bars, etc. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10042 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10042 Oct. 10: Program hosted by Jeff Barnes Oct. 24: All Ghosts and Goblins invited to Halloween Party Nov. 14: Food and Other Things August has been a busy month on our grounds with different organizations holding their events here. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=10016 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 07:00:01 GMT 10016 It is my sad duty to report we have lost a dear friend and good Granger. Scott Bill Hirst, Past President and Golden Sheaf member passed away on June 29th, one day before his birthday. Scott always presented the most interesting quizzes on various aspects of history, on which he was a master. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9991 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9991 The next meeting of Eastern Connecticut Pomona Grange will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Hillstown Grange Hall, 617 Hills Street, East Hartford at 7 pm. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9994 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9994 The first meeting in August has been changed due to the 4H Expo being on the grounds on the second weekend (but do come to the fair and enjoy the food and all the animals). Heads up, men! You bring the refreshments that night! Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9974 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9974 We hold only one meeting in July as many of our members are involved with our annual Fair and the grounds are very much occupied with rides, animals and food vendors. Hope to see lots of you there this year. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9971 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9971 Next Meeting of Eastern CT Pomona will be held at North Stonington Grange Hall. Program is titled - Sense of Wonder. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9946 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9946 June 13: WWII, Germany June 27: Annual Picnic at 6:30, followed by games. What a warm, wonderful evening we experienced on April 25. We celebrated our Community Citizen, Paul Ames, and honored many long-time members. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9924 Tue, 06 May 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9924 May 9: Russian Civil War - Wait! U.S. Participation??? May 23: Memorial Program We have welcomed John Gaccione, Jr., and Loretta and William Aitken to our membership in the past few months along with the members of Preston City Grange #110. We now can boast 82 members. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9898 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9898 April 11: World War I April 25: Community Citizen and honoring longtime members Our hall and grounds are often used for fundraisers and celebrations by local non-profit organizations. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9893 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9893 April 5: Rescheduled meeting at North Stonington Grange Hall at 7 pm. Program “Love Languages” Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9873 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9873 Mar. 14: Ritual Program Mar. 28: Lecturer’s State Contest Program At our one meeting in January we learned a lot about Hawaii. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9870 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9870 Eastern Connecticut Pomona held its regular meeting on March 1 at Hillstown Grange Hall. The program was “ Love Languages”, presented by the Lecturer. Our collection items for the March meeting are cleaning products ( disinfecting wipes, sponges, paper towels, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent, etc.). Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9842 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9842 Eastern CT Pomona will hold their first meeting of 2025 at Hillstown Grange on March 1st at 7pm. As part of our Community Service project we will be collecting cleaning products: disinfecting wipes, paper towels, sponges, laundry detergent, etc Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9847 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9847 Feb. 14: The Rough Riders! The Spanish-American War Feb. 28: ; Snow Date for Feb. (otherwise no meeting) December was a busy month. We purchased many gift cards to donate to needy families to help them have a happier holiday. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9820 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:00:01 GMT 9820 Jan. 10: Hawaiian “Rebellions” Jan. 24: Snow Date for January We hold only one regular meeting in January and February, saving the fourth Friday in case of inclement weather on the second Friday. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9795 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9795 Dec. 13: Here Comes Santa Claus Dec. 16: Caroling Around Town (Weather Permitting) When next you visit our hall you will be greeted by our beautiful, blue doors. Jeff and Debbie Barnes are responsible for the beautifully painted railings and doors. Nancy Weissmuller is responsible for the drips! Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9790 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9790 Dec. 7: “Peace”, at Ekonk Grange Hall, Sterling President, Jaimie Cameron, and Secretary, Carol Hnath, served as delegates to the State Session in October. Seven members of our Pomona were re-elected as officers during the biennial election. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9768 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9768 Nov. 8: Sheep Wars? Nov. 22: No Meeting - Happy Thanksgiving We continue to learn about the history of our country through its many wars and rebellions. Sue’s programs are very interesting and informative. We wish more of you would come and enjoy them. We are curious to see what the Sheep Wars are all about. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9747 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9747 Oct. 11: Civil War Part II &; Reunification Oct. 25: All Ghosts and Goblins Invited to the Halloween Party, 7:30 The summer has been fairly quiet, with few meetings due to our grounds being busy with Fairs and other activities. We continue to learn about our country’s wars through Sue’s excellent programs. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9726 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9726 Sept. 13: From Sea to Shining Sea: Conquest of California (Installation) Sept. 27: Secession! Civil War Pt. 1 The summer is passing quietly. We had a successful Fair in July despite the rain on Saturday. The New London County 4H Fair was held on our grounds August 9-11, and the North Stonington Baptist Church will hold their Family Festival here on September 14. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9699 Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9699 Sept. 7: “Pass the Buck” at North Stonington Grange Hall at 7 p.m. Eastern Connecticut Pomona is hosting a lighthouse cruise on July 21st. The other Pomona Granges in the state have been invited and we are also hosting the National President and her husband. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9703 Mon, 19 Aug 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9703 Aug: Meeting omitted for 4H Fair Aug. 23: Mexican-American War (1846-1848). ; Wait! ; The Alamo happened when? (1836) Our Election of Officers in June brought Robert miner back to the President’s seat. Most of our officers remain the same with a few exceptions. Our Secretary has retired as she will be moving to Rhode Island in the spring. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9679 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9679 July 5: War of 1812 July 12: omitted for the Fair July 28: Meeting omitted May has been a busy month! We welcomed State Lecturer Dave Roberts to our May 10 meeting. Dave presented seals and certificates to longtime members and helped us honor our 2024 Community Citizen, Charles M. Smith III. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9655 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9655 June 14: Pirates and Barbary Wars June 28: On Leave. Picnic at 6:30 We continue to learn about American history, now delving into the Revolutionary War and several rebellions. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9630 Tue, 07 May 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9630 May 10: More Rebellions? Shays, Whiskey, Fries… May 24: “Memorial Program” We continue to learn about the history of our country with Sue’s informative programs (and continue to be amazed at how little we know). Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9599 Sat, 20 Apr 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9599 May 4: Fifth Degree at Killingly Grange Hall, 7 pm At our March meeting we held a moment of silence in respect for Gordon Gibson, Mary Medbery, and Richard Hermonot who have passed away. We had a discussion concerning attendance and voted to schedule a cruise to view lighthouses. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9603 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9603 Apr. 12: Revolution! We are now the USA Apr. 26: Community Citizen and honoring members We continue to learn about the beginnings of our country through Sue’s programs. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9569 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9569 At our March meeting, we discussed holding an activity such as a cruise to the lighthouses or to the Essex Steam Train and Cruise. As details are available and finalized they will be reported and shared. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9575 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9575 March 8: Ritual Program March 22: Lecturer’s Program State Contest Our Santa Claus for many years has now joined the Great Grange Above and his beautiful tenor voice has joined their choir. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9545 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9545 Feb. 9: Revolutionary Beginnings Feb. 23: Snow date for February Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9540 Sat, 17 Feb 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9540 Mar. 2: “Bluebirds”, 7 PM at Masonic Hall, South Glastonbury, with Glastonbury Grange as host. Our December meeting was preceded by a roast beef dinner for the members prepared by the Camerons and helpers. At the meeting we discussed holding an activity such as a cruise to the lighthouses or the Essex Steam Train and cruise. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9520 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 07:00:01 GMT 9520 Jan. 12: French and Indian Wars (1754-1763) Jan. 26: Snow date for January Our program on November 10 was titled “The Pilgrim expansion to King Philips War”. We learned the difference between a Pilgrim and a Puritan (Most of us never knew there was a difference). We also learned about the Mayflower Compact and life in Plymouth Colony. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9494 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9494 Dec. 8: Here Comes Santa Claus Dec. 18: Caroling around town Dec. 22: No meeting. Merry Christmas/Happy New Year We are sorry to report the death of Paul Penley. When Paul was our Steward he organized our Steward’s closet so there was a place for everything and everything is now always in its place. He will be sadly missed. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9490 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9490 Dec. 2: Dinner, 6 PM, Meeting at 7 (approx.) All members of Eastern Connecticut Pomona Grange are invited to a dinner which will be held before the regular meeting on December 2nd at 6 pm. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9464 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9464 At our September meeting our officers were installed for the next two years. Jaimie Cameron is our new president. During our planning meeting in July several ideas were shared for projects during the coming year as well as the possibility of setting up a visitation schedule from the officers to our Subordinate Granges. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9469 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9469 Nov. 10: Plymouth - Expansion and the Pequot War Nov. 24: No meeting - Happy Thanksgiving Our first meeting in September had to be cancelled due to that nasty Covid guy visiting some of our members. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9436 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9436 Oct. 13: The Beaver Wars - Really? Oct. 27: All Ghosts and Goblins invited to the Halloween Party at 7:30 At our August 4 meeting we learned about many different “Operations” (other than the game by ; that ; name), ; and ; on ; August 25 we played a rousing game of Battleship and Charlie Pianka gave an interesting history of American Battleships. Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9404 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9404 Sept. 9: Meeting, 7:00 P.M., Ekonk Comm. Grange The next meeting will be installation of officers as Jaimie Cameron will be installed by her father Jody as the new Master of Eastern Conn. Pomona. Please join us at this joyous event. ; Around The Grange http:///GrangeShowArticle.asp?ID=9377 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 07:00:01 GMT 9377 The September 9 meeting of Eastern Connecticut Pomona will be held at Ekonk Grange Hall at 7 P.M. This is a change from the previously published location. Around The Grange