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Messages of Thanks, Love and Community Spring Up In Farmington

Patch took some photos of inspirational and thankful signs around Farmington Wednesday, and invites readers to contribute their own.

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A patriotically-colored sign in front of, fittingly, 1776 Farmington Ave.
A patriotically-colored sign in front of, fittingly, 1776 Farmington Ave. (Tim Jensen/Patch)

FARMINGTON, CT — All around Farmington, messages of thanks and togetherness have been springing up in front of homes and businesses as feelings of isolation continue during the new coronavirus pandemic. Patch took a quick jaunt through town Wednesday morning and shows a representative sampling of signs in the gallery below.

We know there are many more inspirational messages out there, and would like to include them in this showcase. Please email your original photo, with a description and location, to tim.jensen@patch.com.

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Saunders Hill. We loved cutting out 100's of hearts as a thank you to essential workers that are risking their health for us. We also wanted to bring a spirit of hope, happiness, and appreciation to our neighborhood as a reminder that we are all in this together! (Photo: Jen Paoletto)
Garden St. My family’s display to honor our medical community and first responders. The lights remain on 24/7! (Photo: Kim Green)
Cedar Lane. We wanted to make a sign to thank just a handful of the essential workers who are working hard during this time. (Photo: Michelle Bafumi)
Walnut Farms Dr. Bob O’Connor, retired Farmington teacher, shows his support for “the front line." (Photo: Christine O'Connor)
Plainville Ave.
New Britain Ave.
Farmington Ave.
Mill St.
Litchfield Rd.
New Britain Ave.
Cross Creek Lane.
Farmington Ave.
Farmington Ave.

(Photos: Tim Jensen/Patch)

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