Name: What kind of soil are you?
Start: 2026-07-19T09:30:00-04:00
Location: Simsbury United Methodist Church

Simsbury United Methodist Church

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 <tbody><tr><td>Guest exhorter Lee McGiveny gives the sermon this week,  "What kind of soil are you?"  Services will be held at 8 and 9:30 in the sanctuary, with video streaming of the service in air-conditioned Wesley Hall. Feel free to sit where you are most comfortable.</td></tr>
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Local Event: What kind of soil are you?

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Simsbury

Connecticut

What kind of soil are you?


   Guest exhorter Lee   McGiveny gives the sermon this week,  "What kind of soil are you?"  Services will be held at 8 and...

The Simsbury 250 Celebration Committee invites Farmington Valley residents to attend a festive and patriotic parade celebrating America’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
The parade steps off at noon at the intersection of Owens Brook Boulevard and Hopmeadow Street. The viewing route continues south through Simsbury Center to Jim Gallagher Way.&nbsp;
Parade floats will be displayed for viewing and judging on Iron Horse Boulevard. Post-parade festivities will take place at and near the Simsbury Historical Society until 3 p.m.&nbsp;Visit the <a href="https://simsbury250th.weebly.com/july-11-2026-simsbury---farmington-valley-parade.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Simsbury 250 website</a>&nbsp;for more information about the parade and celebration.&nbsp;

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Simsbury - Farmington Valley 250th Parade &...

The Simsbury 250 Celebration Committee invites Farmington Valley residents to attend a festive and patriotic parade celebrating...

Simsbury - Farmington Valley 250th Parade & Celebration

In the parable of the sower, Jesus speaks of seeds falling in four different types of soil: no soil, rocky soil, thorny soil, and good soil. Let's explore how each of us can work towards being good soil where spiritual seeds flourish and grow into healthy plants. <table>
 <tbody><tr><td>Services will be held at 8 and 9:30 in the sanctuary, with video streaming of the service in air-conditioned Wesley Hall. Feel free to sit where you are most comfortable.&nbsp; Church School is held during the 9:30 service.&nbsp; If you would like to view us online, go to <a href="https://www.sumct.org/youtube-services" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sumct.org/youtube-services</a></td></tr>
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Buy More, Save More is back now through July 31! 🎆 Living, bedroom, dining, home office—even outdoor and window treatments 🤩—choose the pieces that fit your vision and save up to 20% on your entire purchase!
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When dealing with Antiques, Collectibles, and General Household “Stuff”, everyone wants to know two things: “What’s It Worth?” and “What Can I Do with It?” That’s exactly what this program covers. Mike Ivankovich will join us virtually to discuss how to determine value and help appraise your own items! The first 25 patrons to register can have a personal item reviewed virtually by Mike during the program. This program will meet in-person in the Friend's Program Room while Mike joins us virtually from PA.
Mike Ivankovich has been involved in some phase of the Antiques &amp; Collectibles business for more than 40 years. He is the host of the “What’s It Worth? Ask Mike the Appraiser” Radio Show that airs every Friday morning from 9:30-10:30 AM on WBCB 1490 AM in Philadelphia PA. As a Home Downsizing Expert &amp; Author, he guides clients through the entire Home Downsizing process, helping them deal with their Antiques, Collectibles, and General Household Contents.&nbsp;
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When gunshots ring out, Sheriff Emmy Clifton and her sister, ex-federal agent Jude Archer, discover a devastating crime scene. Allison Vickery has been murdered in her own kitchen, and her teenage daughter is bleeding upstairs, left for dead.
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And it’s up to Emmy Clifton to uncover the truth…
Register now to take part in the discussion, and for an exclusive sneak peek of The Secrets We Hide, coming out August 11, 2026!
<a href="https://libraryc.org/simsburylibrary/176833/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please click here to register and ask the author questions.</a>

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WATCH&nbsp;VIDEO&nbsp;HERE&nbsp;:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/Ze20Dsls648" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youtu.be/Ze20Dsls648</a>Two legendary singer-songwriters. One unforgettable night.Join us at Bridge Street Live on July 17 as Good Acoustics celebrates the timeless music of Simon &amp; Garfunkel and James Taylor.
From "The Sound of Silence" and "Mrs. Robinson" to "Fire and Rain" and "Carolina in My Mind," also&nbsp;"You've Got a Friend" , enjoy an evening filled with the songs, harmonies, and memories that have stood the test of time, Bridge Street Live – The songs you know. The harmonies you love.
Tickets available Click Here: <a href="https://www.41bridgestreet.com/tickets/p/good-acoustics?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWVhidXRldmpjQ0hsRjV4bHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4DF_HzXwFYV2I2jdKLJDdUbl36LpKxNR27TActj2Dx-xCyKJ56Fp11QO3E_A_aem_hdx-_xQ-QWvrbONSwRShsQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.41bridgestreet.com/tickets/p/good-acoustics</a>
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