🌱 Patch AM: Simsbury Police Logs: Aug. 27 to Aug. 30, 2026

Coffee in hand, Simsbury? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• See who was recently arrested in Simsbury and Tariffville
• How did Simsbury help make CT Black Birders Week the biggest yet?

Also on today's calendar: 2- Day Simsbury Simsmore Shop Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: Sunshine and less humid, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.
• Saturday: A passing shower or two, temps: high: 78, low: 59.
• Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Simsbury Police Logs: Aug. 27 to Aug. 30, 2026 (patch.com) — Simsbury residents can see a snapshot of recent police activity from late August, including larceny and disorderly conduct charges involving local addresses in Simsbury and Tariffville. The log also notes an impaired driving arrest of a Southington resident in town and provides upcoming court dates for the Simsbury-related cases.
   

• Ask Jhoni the Conservationist (sierraclub.org) — Simsbury played a role in this year's CT Black Birders Week, one of several towns hosting free outings that connect birding, history, and environmental justice. The conservationist behind these efforts also describes ongoing campaigns to protect Remington Woods, youth-focused nature trips, and upcoming fall events and committees you can join to support conservation across Connecticut.
   

📸 Around Simsbury

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Simsbury

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★ Featured events ★

Friday September 4
• 2- Day Simsbury Simsmore Shop Sale →
  534 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury
  8:00 am
Saturday September 12
• Athletics and Riding Meet and Greet at The Ethel Walker School →
  The Ethel Walker School, 230 Bushy Hill Rd, Simsbury
  11:00 am
Saturday September 19
• Jay Medal Soirée →
  Jay Estate, 210 Boston Post Rd, Rye
  5:30 pm

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Other local events

Saturday September 5
• Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Annual Giant Used Book Sale →
  Simsbury High School, 34 Farms Village Rd, Simsbury
  9:00 am
Sunday September 6
• Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Annual Giant Used Book Sale →
  Simsbury High School, 34 Farms Village Rd, Simsbury
  10:00 am
Tuesday September 8
• Morning Knitting Group →
  Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury
  10:00 am
• The Funniest Moments in Film with Marty Gitlin →
  Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury
  6:30 pm
• VIRTUAL- Writing the Nightmare: A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel →
  7:00 pm
Wednesday September 9
• HYBRID - Spanish Conversation Group →
  Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury
  10:00 am
• BURGERS on the BRIDGE →
  Old Drake Hill Flower Bridge
  4:00 pm
• Medicare 2027: Major Changes, Eliminated Plans, and What You MUST Know →
  Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury
  6:00 pm
Thursday September 10
• After Hours @SubherbanLivin
  Simsbury Chamber of Commerce 720 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT 06070
  6:00 pm

📣 Simsbury Shout Outs!

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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Simsbury PatchAM possible:

• UConn Health
• UNAPEN, Inc. — (203) 269-6111
• Ethan Allen — (860) 693-8372
• Simsbury Dental Associates — 8602170544
• Action Carpet & Floor Covering — (860) 651-8406
• Kevin Palmer Painting, LLC. — (860) 658-2441
• US Horse Welfare and Rescue Org — (860) 593-4298
• Readings By Karen, LLC — (860) 665-8024
• Rob Faber Photography, LLC — (860) 431-3464
• Stepping Stones Educational Center, Inc — (860) 693-6294

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Hello I'm a new cleaner in town and looking to book some clients in Simsbury area and surrounding for weekends and evenings.
  I'm running a September promo! 30% off first clean! (Nextdoor Great Pond)

• Illinois Tool Works Inc posted a job opening for Machine Operator in Bloomfield. Apply here.
• Family Dollar posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Bloomfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Simsbury here.

🗞 Nearby News

Canton

• Labor Day 2026 In Canton, What's Open? What's Closed (patch.com)

Bloomfield

• Prominent CT Animal Hospital Announces Closure (patch.com)
• After six years, a Hartford culinary institution returns — tableside salad preparations included (ctpost.com)

Avon

• Take A Hike! Avon To Host Family-Friendly Hike This Weekend (patch.com)

Ok Simsbury! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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