| February 2, 2022 -- In January 2022, Riverton Grange #169 celebrated its’ 114th Anniversary since incorporating under the National (Patrons of Husbandry) Grange umbrella in January 1908. Riverton Grange President Dave Roberts said on the occasion, “For 114th years, Riverton Grange members have been providing impactful service to the local community and our region at large. My family is so proud to be a member of Riverton Grange since a Roberts family member has belonged to Riverton Grange for all
114 years of its existence, starting with both my Great Grandparents who were charter members, then my Grandmother, my Father and now my daughter.”
Riverton Grange is one of 40 Granges in Connecticut promoting the environment, community service, and family activities. Riverton Grange first met over the Riverton General Store in Rowley Hall from 1908 through 1940, and then purchased the Munson Gristmill and converted it into a Grange Hall in 1940 where the 80+ members have been meeting ever since.
Due to the pandemic, our anniversary celebration event was changed to a virtual event. One highlight of the event was during open discussion when attendees discussed how Riverton Grange was just 16 years old when current member (Past President) Shirley Moore was born and only 23 years old when current Steward Bob O’Connor was born. For 114 years, Riverton Grange has been providing impactful service to the community. In 2021, Riverton Grange installed the Peggy & Frank Prelli Memorial Walkway making the hall accessible to all to enjoy its well- known hospitality.
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