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March 7, 2012
Volume 12, Issue 10
Dr Seuss for Read Across America
BY DONNA ALLEN The Vermont Journal CHESTER, VT - Many people particularly students, parents and teachers, join forces on Read Across America Day, held annually on March 2. This nationwide observance coincides with the birthday of Dr Seuss, who is known for writing children’s books. On Friday many Chester folks gathered at Chester Andover Elementary School to celebrate Dr. Seuss and reading. From the town office came David Pisha, Deb Aldrich, and Julie Hance; from TSD Bank, Fran Cheslock; from the superintendent’s office, David Adams. Others to read were Paul Larochelle, Scott grey, Charlene Leonard, Lynn Reed, Chris Hutchins and Bob Smith. Children were glued to the reader and books. “The best thing about the day is the camaraderie of the different ages engrossed in reading,” said Becky Plunkard, Organizer extraordinaire at CAES. The theme is green for this very special 2012 Read Across America celebration. NEA’s Read Across America campaign will showcase the Lorax book as well as NBC/Universal’s The Lorax. The film opens nationwide March 2, 2012. “NEA’s Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss. “In May 1997, a small reading task force at NEA came up with a big idea. “Let’s create a day to celebrate reading,” the group decided. “We hold pep rallies to get kids excited about football. We assemble to remember that Character Counts. Why don’t we do something to get kids excited about reading? We’ll call it ‘NEA’s Read Across America’ and we’ll celebrate it on Dr. Seuss’s birthday.” And so was born on March 2, 1998, the largest celebration of reading this country has ever seen,” proclaims the Read Across America website. Motivating children to read is an important factor in student achievement and creating lifelong successful readers. Research has shown that children who are motivated and spend more time reading do better in school.
Ludlow Holds 250th Town Meeting
BY CINDY JOHNSON The Vermont Journal
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Officer LaRochelle read to rudents for read accross America Day
Discussion Of Walker Bridge Replacement Mar. 8
Ludlow Town Hall
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LUDLOW, VT - Sixty citizens attended the 250th Town Meeting in Ludlow Monday night to discuss and vote on 16 articles. 3 remaining articles would be voted on by ballot the following day. ARTICLE 4. Town Officers’ reports for the period from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 were approved. ARTICLE 5. Salaries were approved at $1,500 for the Select Board, $800 for the Cemetery Commissioners, and $300 for the Trustees of Public Funds. ARTICLE 6. The Town of Ludlow is approved to collect taxes on Real Property in installments, taxes to be paid to the Town Treasurer on August 15, 2012, November 15, 2012, February 15, 2013, and May 15, 2013. ARTICLE 7. The Select Board is approved to borrow money to pay the necessary expenses of the Town and Town School District and any part of its indebtedness. ARTICLE 8. Voters approved $3,286,923.92 as the amount to be raised by taxes when the grand list is completed and the rate is set based on that amount. A question was raised whether that amount included the 10% that the town would be on the hook to pay for any non-reimbursement by FEMA and the State for Irene damage. Town Manager Frank Heald said the budget amount did not include FEMA or Federal Highway funds for Irene and the final number would not be known until the town begins to deal with FY14. He hopes the maximum amount would be 10%. ARTICLE 9. Voters approved the Cemetery Commission budget of $105,808. ARTICLE 10. Voters approved $30,000 for a Highway Equipment Fund for highway purposes. Mr. Heald explained that the $10,000 approved last year under-funded equipment. A motion
to amend the article’s amount to $15,000 failed. A motion to amend the article’s amount to $50,00 failed to gain a second. ARTICLE 11. Voters approved $20,000 to maintain a Fire Equipment Fund. ARTICLE 12. Voters approved $5,000 to maintain a Police Equipment Fund. An amendment to reduce this amount to $2500 failed. ARTICLE 13. Voters approved $30,000 to maintain a Municipal Transit Bus Fund. A discussion of the current inventory of school buses occurred, with Mr. Heald explaining that of the town’s 7 school buses one was dead, 5 were in operation, and 1 was a spare. New handicap-equipped school buses cost $90,000, said Mr. Heald. A motion was brought to amend the article’s amount to $15,000. The amendment initially appeared to pass, but a call was made for a division (a vote by a show of hands) for which the count was 39 opposed and 21 in favor. State Representative Dennis Devereux, a non-resident of Ludlow, asked for 2 minutes to address the assembly. An objection was raised by a Ludlow resident based on the absence of Mr. Devereux’s opponent. Therefore his requested was denied. ARTICLE 14. Voters approved $15,000 to maintain a Recreation Facilities Fund for recreation purposes. A question was raised whether donation money was expected to add to the fund. Mr. Heald said that money was expected, but that it would not be counted toward the fund until it was received. ARTICLE 15. Voters approved $5,000 to maintain a Capital Fund for repairs and restoration at the Ludlow Town Hall. A question was brought whether this money was necessary since the building had recently been restored. Mr. Heald explained that the money would be used to maintain the building in its current state. The brickwork would need re-doing soon and with money in the fund the town could look at alternative heating systems, given the cost of oil. ARTICLE 16. Voters approved $5,000 to maintain a Capital Fund for repairs and restoration at the Ludlow Community Center. ARTICLE 17. Voters approved $7,250 to the Connecticut River Transit, Inc. and Marble Valley Regional Transit Company of Rutland to support the public transit bus service to Ludlow from Bellows Falls and from Rutland. ARTICLE 18. Voters approved $1,500 to the Friends of the Ludlow Auditorium to promote special events for the community. See “Town Meeting” Cont. on Page 7A
LUDLOW, VT - An Alternatives Presentation Meeting for the replacement of Ludlow Bridge No. 25, Main Street (VT Route 103) over the Black River in Ludlow, VT will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at 7 p.m. in the Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium. The meeting is presented by Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) and the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans). The intent of the meeting is to inform the public about the proposed replacement of the Main Street Bridge, to discuss the alternatives that were considered, and to present proposed maintenance of traffic concepts. A question and answer period will follow the presentation. Representatives from VHB and VTrans will be available to address public concerns about the project.
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Many Hand Make Light Work – Thanks for Help
L O N D O N D E R R Y, VT -On Sunday, February 5, dozens of volunteers helped members of the Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad (LVRS) to stuff, label and seal thousands and thousands and thousands of letters that will be sent to local residents and property owners as part of the squad’s annual fundraising efforts. LVRS is always grateful for the support we receive from our community. It’s possible that we may have missed a few names, but our volunteers this year included Linda Johnson, Mike and Dale Malekoff, Jeanne and Lee Nemlich, John Hoover, Walter Nafey, Lynn Eckhardt, Barbara Rogers, Pat Slade, Taber Ameden, Arlene and Bob Fritsche, Susan Thiel, Marti Assenza, Natalee Everett, Marcia Camp, John Acosta, Martha Robertson, Virginia LaPrade, Bruce Thomas, Marge and Dennis Snerduk, Diane Rockwell, Rene Wilson, Gail Acosta, Preston Hathaway, Ian Dressler and Peru’s Pastor Margaret. LVRS serves the towns of Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru, South Londonderry, Stratton, Weston, Windham, Bondville, Winhall and parts of Jamaica. LVRS continues to provide FREE ambulance and rescue services and we count on your donations to keep this tradition alive. Our annual fundraising raffle tickets have been mailed and we hope you will take the time to support LVRS. You just might find yourself the winner of a pretty fabulous prize!
Magic Happens in The Grateful Garden
Come by the Chester-Andover Community Grateful Garden (CCGG) to see the amazing new sign that has “magically” appeared! It was created and donated by local resident artist Carla Rumrill. On February 24, Carla called Carrie King, CCGG representative, saying she had painted a new sign for the Grateful Garden and would it be okay to hang it up. Carla had noticed that our old sign was in need of an upgrade. So she took it upon herself to do something about it. What an amazing work of art, she has painted for the garden! Carla also told Carrie that she lives nearby the school and “loves seeing the kids out in the garden.” This kind of heart touching experience demonstrates how our garden touches the whole community and why we affectionately call it, “The Grateful Garden.” Because we are so grateful for good neighbors like Carla & Gary Rumrill! The Grateful Garden has 4 plots designated for the Chester area folks who wish to tend their own organic garden bed located within a community/school garden. The fenced garden beds are well mulched and are well tended by a strong garden fairy community. Contact Carrie King by calling Chester-Andover Elementary School at 802-875-2108. to reserve your plot in the allotment style Grateful Garden for the 2012 season.
Andover Project Committee Scholarship Notice
ANDOVER, VT -The Andover Project Committee Scholarship is open to all high school seniors who live in Andover and who are planning to pursue post-secondary education. Requirements include a personal essay, community service and a personal interview with the Andover Scholarship Committee. Applications are available at the Green Mountain Union High School guidance office or at the Andover Town Office. Deadline for submission of completed application is May 1, 2012.
Flood Brook Union School Kindergarten Registration
LONDONDERRY, VT -Parents residing in the towns of Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru and Weston or tuitioning towns are invited to visit the Flood Brook School Office at 91 Vermont Route 11, March 5 - 9, 2012, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. to register their child(ren) for the 20122013 Kindergarten class who will be five years of age by September 1, 2012. Required documentation: Birth Certificate, Current immunization record, Proof of residence, Social Security number (optional). Plan to spend a little time filling out registration forms, which will establish your child’s academic file at FloodBrook. Questions? Call 802-824-6811.
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CAVENDISH, VT -All are welcome and invited to attend an amazing musical performance on Sunday March 11 at 10 a.m. as part of the Sunday morning service. Accordionist Brent Buswell will delight people of all ages in a live performance at the Cavendish Baptist Church, located at 2258 Main Street in Cavendish, VT. Brent Buswell enjoys playing a wide variety of music, including: jazz, polkas, Scandinavian, marches, Christian, and American standards. He especially enjoys playing the music of great composers such as Pietro Frosini, Charles Magnante, Pietro Deiro, and many others. “Extraordinarily talented accordionist Brent Buswell has played piano since age three, when he performed with his grandfather in Ludlow, Vermont, and at the State House in Montpelier. At age twelve his grandfather gave him his first accordion, and he immediately played what he heard on the Lawrence Welk Show... Brent plays a unique, top-of-the-line Italian accordion... Brent’s infectiously joyous playing has already attracted many fans; his future is bright.” — Nils O. Lundin, Norwell, MA, June 10, 2000. Since 1998 Brent has been guest performer with the Grammy-winning “Polka King” Jimmy Sturr and his Orchestra. In addition to other television appearances, Brent has been featured on the Sally Jesse Raphael Show. For more information, please call 802-226-7131. There is no charge for admission, but a free-will offering will be received.
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REGION -The General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Vermont (GFWC-VT) announced recently the availability of scholarships for Vermont women who have been homemakers and who have lost their main means of support through separation or divorce from their spouse, or the death, disability, or long term unemployment of their spouse. Eligible women who are in need of education or training to enter the work force must submit a specific plan for their education or training. The scholarships range from $500 to $1500. This is the eighteenth year of awarding this financial aid, which is funded through contributions from the state federated clubs and from individuals. The scholarship is named for Barbara Jean Barker, late of Poultney, who served as state federation president, 1992-1994, and who was instrumental in establishing the program. Women receiving the awards over the years have come from a wide range of towns in the state. Applications for the scholarship can be obtained from Margaret Tucker, 4246 Route 100, Plymouth, VT 05056 , midgetucker@netscape. net, 802-672-3086. They are also available through the federated woman’s clubs in several VT towns. In the Ludlow area, applications can be found at the Black River Good Neighbors center or at The Book Nook. The scholarships will be awarded at the state
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e-Vermont has three webinars coming up in March and April. These are live sessions that you can tune in to from any computer with a high speed connection – just go to www.e4vt.org and click “Join Webinar” on the date and time of your choice. Free. No preregistration required. Also, these webinars are open to anyone - not just folks in e-Vermont towns - so please help spread the word far and wide! - Stay In-Tune with Technology - March 6 from 12:00 – 12:30 p.m., March 8 from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m., and March 13 from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Learn simple ways to stay on top of the latest news, trends and tools from the digital world, and how to decide which are useful to you. - Finding a Web Designer - March 14 12:00 – 12:45 p.m., March 15 from 12:00 – 12:45 p.m., and March 20 from 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. Learn what to ask and what to avoid when hiring a website designer so that you can stay within budget and still end up with the website you need. - Wikipedia, Google Places, and You - April 10 from 12:00 -12:30 p.m., April 12 from 12:00 -12:30 p.m., and April 17, 6:00-6:30 p.m. Even if you don’t have a website, digital audiences will find you in at least two places: Wikipedia and Google Places. Learn to stake out your corner of these high traffic destinations.
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The Ludlow Country Store, more affectionately know as “Squeels on Wheels”, won the Ludlow Winter Carnival “Chowda” contest with their Bacon Potato Chowda. Here (L to R) Liz Crowley presents the Ladle to Cindy Dilworth and Patty Greenwood presents the “Chowda Award “ certificate to Tump.
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TYSON, VT -If you like accordion music, mark you calendars for Sat 3/10 at 7 p.m. at Tyson Church for a concert by Brent Buswell. Many of you may remember that Brent is the grandson of former pastor, Jane Buswell. Brent is a talented musician, who also plays around the country with the Stratton Mountain Boys. It should be an entertaining evening with lively music! A free-will offering will be taken.
Brent Buswell Benefit Concert
Brent Buswell will be performing a benefit concert at the Gill Odd Fellows Home in Ludlow on March 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p. m. All proceeds will go to the activity fund to help provide live entertainment for our residents. Music brings back wonderful memories for our residents. Bring your family and friends for a night of music with one of Ludlow’s own. A Chinese raffle will be held also. For more information, call Joanne Specht at 802228-4571. The Gill Home is located at 8 Gill Terrace in Ludlow.
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Class of ‘72 Planning 40th Reunion!
CHESTER, VT -Green Mountain Union High School Class of 1972 is meeting to plan their 40th reunion for the weekend of June 9-10, 2012. The organizational meeting will be held at the Pizza Stone restaurant in Chester at 2 p.m. on Saturday March 24. For more details and directions contact either Cindy Kehoe at rkehoe@together.net 802-874-7028 or Brian Waldo at bwaldo72@vermontel.net 802-875-2214. Hope to see you there!
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LUDLOW, VT -State Librarian, Martha Reid, on behalf of the Winnie Belle Learned Fund of the Vermont Public Library Foundation, today announced a grant of $2,160 to the Fletcher Memorial Library in Ludlow. The library will use the funding to update and expand the Youth Library’s non-fiction and reference collection. The Vermont Public Library Foundation was established in 2000 by the Vermont Department of Libraries for the benefit of Vermont’s public libraries and to date with the assistance of the Freeman Foundation has awarded more
Fletcher Memorial Library Receives Winnie Belle Learned Fund Grant
than $12 million in grants to qualifying libraries. The Winnie Belle Learned Fund was established in 2006 by Dr. Burnett Rawson in cooperation with the Vermont Community Foundation, in honor of Winnie Belle Learned, a Vermonter, educator, and his benefactress. Ms. Learned was born in 1863 in Westford. Despite many personal hardships, she received her teaching certificate, and was a teacher and principal in Massachusetts for many years before returning to her native Vermont in 1911. With a relative, Jennie Burnett, she operated Cherry Hill Farm in Wil-
liston until her death in 1941. Her generosity and vision allowed Dr. Rawson to attend the University of Vermont and its medical school. He practiced urology in New York for many years before retiring to his native Vermont. Dr. Rawson’s goal for the Winnie Belle Learned Fund is to help the public libraries of Vermont foster literacy, love of learning, critical analysis and intellectual exploration in their communities, among children of all ages and their families.
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damage the hepatocytes, the liver’s metabolic cells, and destroys them.” Dr. Bowen also noted that the high solvency of chlorocarbons like Splenda Essentials attacks the human nervous system and can produce cancer, birth defects, and immune system destruction. In test animals, the sweetener produced swollen livers (as do all chlorocarbon poisons), calcified their kidneys, shrunk their thymus glands (the biological seat of immunity) and produced liver inflammation. Splenda Essentials adverse effects in humans include headaches and migraines and a long list of consumer-reported side effects including skin rashes/flushing, panic-like agitation, dizziness and numbness, diarrhea, swelling, muscle aches, intestinal cramping, bladder issues, and stomach pain. The sweetener has now replaced aspartame as the number one artificial sweetener in foods and beverages; aspartame’s popularity declined after the public learned that that it is both a neurotoxin and an underlying cause of chronic illness. Dr. Bowen warns, “We should not be fooled again into accepting the safety of a toxic chemical on the blessing of the FDA and saturation advertising”. Splenda’s online marketing includes a series of YouTube videos called Splenda Essential Choices for Healthy Living, which features an ADA-certified (American Dietetic Association) Registered Dietitian giving people health advice including prominent endorsements of Splenda Essentials. The Alliance for Natural Health, (ANHUSA) is filing a citizen petition with the Federal Trade Commission regarding Splenda Essentials deceptive advertising. Their marketing clearly targets health-conscious people interested in nutrition, while trying to pass off a toxic chemical as healthy. This week my editorial is a little different. In the past, I have written about the problems with artificial sweeteners and alerted my readers about the problems associated with these products. As the Publisher of your local paper, I feel it is my duty to keep you updated on issues that could compromise your health and well-being. You may continue to use this sweetener, but at least now you know both sides of the issue. Further updates will be forth coming as they become available. ~BM~
Letters to the Editor
Many people upon learning the negative side of artificial sweeteners have switched back to sugar, honey, or have decided to drink their coffee and tea black. The manufacturers of these products have been busy, and have released a new product, Splenda Essentials; an artificial sweetener that we are told is “good for you.” Don’t be fooled – Splenda Essentials is pretending to be a health-supporting food, but when you look behind the scenes, it seems to have more in common with pesticides than sugar. Splenda Essentials is a chlorinated sugar or in chemical terms, a chlorocarbon. The idea was that the body would not recognize it as a sugar. However, a Johns Hopkins-trained physician and biochemist, James Bowen MD, said that chlorine was “nature’s Doberman attack dog, a highly excitable, ferocious atomic element employed as a biocide in bleach, disinfectants, insecticide, WWI poison and hydrochloric acid.” Some common chlorocarbons that you may be familiar with are chlordane and DDT, a product that is so harmful that it is now banned worldwide for agricultural use. To make Splenda Essentials appeal to the “health conscious” people, we are told Splenda Essentials contains B vitamins, antioxidants, Vitamins C and E and fiber. However, the additions of these vitamins do not change the fact that Splenda Essentials is still highly toxic and has no place in anyone’s diet. The advertising is also misleading stating the addition of BI, B5, and B6 will help support a healthy metabolism. Everyone is interested in fiber, and the sweetener now contains 1.0 grams of it. The health conscious people were looking, but the amounts of nutrients per packet are so minor, you would need to be consuming unconscionable numbers of packets to make any impact at all on your health. A study done at Duke University found Splenda alters the microflora in the intestine and “exerts numerous adverse effects,” including an increase in body weight and an elevation of liver enzymes, which hurts the bioavailability of nutrients. In “The Lethal Science of Splenda, a Poisonous Chlorocarbon,” Dr. Bowen said “any chlorocarbons not directly excreted from the body intact can cause immense damage to the processes of human metabolism and, eventually, our internal organs. The liver is a detoxification organ, which deals with ingested poisons. Chlorocarbons will
To The Editor, On Memorial Day May 30 2011 I was the victim in a horrific motorcycle accident. It was a beautiful day so I decided to go for a short ride. This decision would change my life forever. On Rt. 103 in Chester on the straightaway near the old Chat And Chew the wheel of the car approaching me came off and hit me, knocking me off my bike while traveling 50 MPH. Unbelievably I lived. However, I did sustain some massive injuries to my left leg and pelvis. My leg was broken in 5 places, my pelvis split, and my knee de-gloved. I was flown to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center where the process of putting me back together and the long rehabilitation ahead of me would begin. Now, 8 months later, I I’m beginning to be able to walk on my own again. I wanted to take a minute and thank the many people involved in my recovery process and all the folks who came to aid me and my family during this crisis. Its a long list, all these people were so incredibly important to my survival and rehabilitation. And for them I am grateful. First of all the people that stopped to help me at the accident scene. An older couple from Connecticut who gave me some water and comforted me. Mark Verespy the owner of The Killarney Pub in Ludlow who was traveling behind me and helped me keep the tourniquet tight on my leg until more help arrived. The officers from the Chester PD who thank goodness had emergency medical training. The Chester ambulance personnel that stabilized me and took me to the helicopter at Springfield Hospital. The Albany Medi-Flight staff that got me to Dartmouth fast. Dr. Cantu and his Orthopedics team who put my bones back together. Dr. Stotland and his Plastics team who grafted all my skin back on and relocated one of my muscles to cover up my knee. The nurses at DHMC that took great care of me for 3 weeks in the hospital. My employer and family of friends Okemo Mountain Resort who helped my wife turn our dining room into a hospital room so I could come home and built a handicap access ramp so I could get my wheel chair in and out of my house. Okemo’s support of me has been awesome and unending. The caring team of physical therapists at Mt. Ascutney Hospital that have worked so hard to get my leg to move and work again. Metzger And Mole physical therapy, Manchester Acupuncture, and Four Seasons Chiropractic who continue to support my healing and function. And finally all the individuals in my community of Cavendish who brought food, offered to do chores, do shopping, and help in every way possible. The outpouring of love and support from my community, family, and friends has been moving to say the least. I am grateful to you all and thank you from the core of my being. John Skalecki Cavendish, VT
My name is David Altman, and I am living proof that distracted driving can have serious consequences. Although I don’t remember the actual accident, on May 18, 2010 I was involved in a head-on automobile accident that unfortunately took the life of another individual. Because of my life threatening injuries, I was transported by helicopter to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover, New Hampshire. The other driver, Mr. Baldwin suffered fatal injuries. I consider myself very blessed as I have had wonderful support from my family. This has been very difficult on me as well as my parents. My Dad arrived at the scene of the accident. I had already been taken away by helicopter but when he saw my vehicle, he wondered if I was alive. An officer told him that I was talking when I was taken away by helicopter. My Dad went directly to Dartmouth and found me in the emergency room. My Mom was notified and also joined us in the emergency room. I’m writing this according to what I was told because I don’t remember being in the emergency room. What I do remember is being trapped in my car and crying out, begging for someone to help me. The jaws of life were used to get me out of my car and I have some recollection of riding in a helicopter. Mom and Dad waited at the hospital for 8 hours until a surgeon came out and gave them an update. Once they knew I survived the surgery, Dad went home to rest. Mom slept on the floor in the waiting room that night and would visit me in ICU once an hour for just a few minutes. I was on life support and it broke my Mom’s heart to see me like that. She said that I had multiple tubes coming out of me and that I was puffed up twice my normal size. Mom has pictures but to this day I can’t look at them. I underwent surgery for the serious bodily injuries I sustained during the crash. The femur on my right leg broke which later I learned was a life threatening injury. I required a rebuilt kneecap, a rod in both the top and bottom of my right leg, and a rod in my right arm. Because of my internal injuries I had to have a colostomy. My first hospital visit was 17 days long then I spent several months at my Mom and step Dad’s home recovering. I was bound to my bed for a couple of months and eventually as I healed I could use a wheel chair, a walker then I learned how to walk again. I will have to live out the rest of my life knowing that a man died in this car accident. That’s something I think about a lot. Going to a psychiatrist helps me but nothing will take away the pain. It’s always there. I feel so bad that this happened and I’d give anything to take back that day. I know there’s a family who terribly misses their loved one and I wish I could give him back to them. I am on probation as a consequence of this accident. My probation primarily consists of community service hours and I’m not allowed to have control of a motor vehicle. Truth is, the accident was devastating to me and right now I don’t have a desire to drive. I do however have a strong desire to serve my community service hours in Chester, Vermont. This is where the victim, Mr. Baldwin lived and I’d like to honor his memory in whatever way I can. I don’t remember exactly what caused my accident, and I may never remember. But I strongly encourage everyone to not drive while being distracted. I know first hand just how devastating and life altering it can be to lose control of an automobile, no matter what the reason may be. An automobile accident not only affects the people in the crash, it forever affects their families and friends. It’s not easy for me to put these words on paper. By doing this I’m reliving the worst event that has ever happened in my life. By putting my story out to the public, I’m in hopes that people will realize how lives are forever changed in a split second. Distracted Driving has to stop. Sincerely, David Altman Chester
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To the Editor; The North Springfield Sustainable Energy Project is proposing a biomass power plant in North Springfield. North Springfield presently is home to number of businesses housed in the North Springfield light industrial area that coexists with agricultural and residential stakeholders in, and around, the area. The proposed 35 Mw incinerator does not belong in a residential, agricultural community. This is the sentiment shared by many of the residents of the area. Moreover, this statement reflects the findings in a study by the U.S. Dept. of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory. A study by NERL reviewed biomass plants including the McNeil plant in Burlington. The McNeil plant is a venerable old horse that was the first fully wood-fired biomass plant in the U.S. And McNeil has been updated during the course of its 30 years existence. NERL found that, “The primary lesson learned from the McNeil plant experience in Burlington, Vermont is careful attention to the siting of a biomass-fueled plant. Siting the plant in a residential neighborhood of a small city has caused a number of problems and extra expenses over the years: a permit requirement to use trains for fuel supply, high taxes, high labor rates, local political involvement, and neighborhood complaints about odors and noise.” Let’s develop lasting and smart jobs in Vermont while we preserve the health and the environment. Let’s not take the bait and settle for a power plant that creates 30 jobs but at the expense of agriculture and residential interests. In fact, we already have examples of businesses in North Springfield and elsewhere in our area that show we do not need to resort to unsustainable biomass energy to be successful. Let’s not settle for the low-hanging fruit. Let’s set our goals higher and aspire to attract high tech, or high-end organic agriculture or other forward-looking economic development to Springfield and our neighboring communities. Randall Susman, North Springfield Action Group)
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Nitka’s Notes from The State House
Recently the House and Senate Appropriations Committees held a public hearing on the state budget via Vermont Interactive Technologies formerly known as Vermont Interactive Television. This hearing is held to give citizens a chance to address the committees without having to travel to Montpelier and to be heard in all corners of the state, literally Brattleboro, Bennington, St. Albans and Newport. VIT has thirteen sites; our local ones are Springfield, White River Junction and Rutland. Appropriations Committee members were scattered around the state at the sites and in some areas there was good public attendance while in others very few people were present. This was a disappointment and in sharp contrast to other years when many persons attended. The speakers advocated from requesting more money to help students to go to college to allowing child care workers to form a union.
By Senator Alice Nitka, Windsor County
The VIT sites are a valuable resource for our communities and in 2011, thousands of students took hundreds of classes from a university or college at the studios. Every year one third of the licensed plumbers in the state rely on VIT for their education and training. Employers across the state use VIT to interview job applicants. VIT made connections for the VT Bankruptcy Court and the Supreme Court. Virtual classrooms have been created to enable students to take courses from other regions. The technology is ever advancing and there is a mobile system available that was used during Tropical Storm Irene after state offices in Waterbury were “wiped out”. Incidentally the VIT office in Waterbury was also flooded and they have not been able to return to their building. Live streaming is available at VIT as well as the studios having the ability to archive programs for later viewing.
Musings on The Passing Scene
Too much absurdity this week. Let’s start with Sandra Fluke who, by now, is probably known country-wide as the Georgetown University Law Center student who has been criticized by conservatives for her recent testimony before Congressional Democrats about code’s’ contraceptive needs. Lest you think that Sandra is just some wide-eyed naif fighting what she considers a just battle, consider her background. She is a graduate of Cornell where she at the forefront of activism for abortion rights, etc. She entered Georgetown knowing that it was a Catholic institution, which did not offer insurance to cover contraceptives. She has been lobbying for three years to change that policy. By the way, the only insurance I ever heard about at school was policy to indemnify the school in case of an injury to a student. Among other things, Sandra testified that contraception was costing her about $3000 a year. Because I don’t choose to believe that Sandra was the good time had by all, I’ll have to conclude that, in this case as in others, they make it up as they go along. I did a little research and found that, depending upon the medication and the pharmacy, the cost varied between $160 and $600 per year. If that’s too much, take your
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VIT has not asked for an increase in their budget for this year and last year had revenue of $1,108,679 and expenses in the same amount. They are holding the line on their budget and employees are not scheduled to receive a cost of living increase. They are doing a great job and a visit to one of their studios might sell you on what technologies could assist your business. A demonstration to the Appropriations Committee in the Capitol was to transmit live streaming to someone’s iPad in the room The week of March 5th is Town Meeting week and as the Legislature is closed I won’t be writing notes until the week of the 12th. I hope I see you in the community. Contact me at home at 2288432, the State House at 1-800-3225616 or at anitka@leg.state.vt.us or P.O. Box 136, Ludlow, VT 05149 Find schedules and bills at www. leg.state.vt.us
Message from Montpelier
MOUNT HOLLY, VT -The heavy load placed upon our Committee on Government Operations was apparent the first week in Montpelier. Not only did we start making changes to legislative districts, but also realized that we would be required to quickly pass language to address the December court determination that keeps property tax adjustment payments from being a public record. The Town of Manchester had won its appeal to keep the information private. The bill (H.515) would hold harmless those responsible for disclosing property tax adjustment information prior to January 12, 2012. There is still an ongoing discussion in the Ways and Means Committee on how our municipal officials will provide this needed information in the future. After weeks of discussing the population shifts during the last ten years, it was apparent that Burlington would indeed get its tenth representative. This would force our committee to consolidate a district in the southern part of the state. Several plans and maps were offered after the decision that a district in Rutland County would be consolidated. I presented a final map to the committee that would not divide any town, dismantle an existing district, nor place any incumbents against each other in a single-member district in the county. This was not acceptable, though it did seem to some the more fair option. The final map voted out of the committee separates the present district of Wallingford, Shrewsbury, and Tinmouth into three different directions, and removes some people from the Town of Wells to ensure that the numbers meet our criteria. The new proposed district would be Ludlow, Mount Holly, and Shrewsbury. The bill has now moved to the senate, where they are working to adjust the state senate districts. When Act 153 passed two years ago, it had my support because it started the discussion about how we might reduce the number of supervisory union offices to save money. I think many of us also saw it as a chance to improve some opportunities for students. We constantly hear that there are too many superintendents in our state, and teachers mention there is too much administration. It became apparent during the school board supervisory planning meetings that a real concern is whether a newly created district board could have the power to close a school within the district. Much of the discussion I heard was about not having enough of an opportunity to make comments because it was moving too quickly, and the transition costs to implement the merger. My concerns about this cost were addressed in the bill (H.753), which provides reimbursement for consulting services at each step of
prescription to Planned Parenthood and get your pills for free. I’m also reliably told, but have not personally verified, that many bars, nightclubs, etc., have large brandy snifters full of condoms available at no cost. Note: The following percentages are from official IRS and other government reports. If I hear the words “fair share, fair shake, fair ....,” from the hypocrites in the administration, I think I’ll become physically ill. Just ask yourself: is it fair that the top 1% of the taxpayers pay 36 percent of all federal income tax? Is it fair that the top 10% pay 67% of the total? Is it fair that the top 10% of Americans shoulder a larger share of their country’s income tax burden than the upper 10% in every other industrialized nation, including socialist Sweden? Is it fair that American corporations pay the highest statutory corporate tax rate of all other industrialized nations except Japan, which is cutting its rate on April 1st? Is it fair that nearly 40% of wage earners pay no income tax at all? Is it fair that our kids, grandkids, and great grandkids are going to have to pay off a $16 trillion dollar debt that they had no part of incurring? Think about it. The Mountain Curmudgeon
Legislative Report from Rep. Dennis Devereux for Ludlow, Mount Holly, and Plymouth
the process. It would provide a grant of $150,000, less the previously paid services, to help with the incurred cost of combining offices. With the shifting of some services to the supervisory union level, I understand the budgets would likely increase. I approached some members of the Education Committee that I would be offering an amendment to allow a vote on supervisory Union budgets by Australian ballot for towns that vote in that manner. By the time you read this article, the bill should be over to the
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Lucey Gagner pictured competing for the BRHS Girls Snowboard team. Gagner won the VT State GS snowboard title finishing 1st on 2/16 with a combined time of 1:38:08 at Okemo.
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The Black River Varsity Alpine ski team finishes up its season with the VT State Alpine Championships at Burke Mountain and Pico This week. Pictured above are team members at the Southern Sectionals held at Okemo mountain. From Left to Right Nick Ciufo, Katie Cloutier, Riley Brown, Kelsey Rebhan, Coach Colin Mckaig, Hannah Farrow, Topher Ciufo and Noah Schmidt
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Stan Hart, the former head writer for the Carol Burnett TV show, is pictured above as he directs three local thespians at the Ludlow Town Hall auditorium in preparation for the 9-skit program scheduled for November 4 at the auditorium. The nine skits are all original comedies on the human condition written by Stan Hart, in association with his wife Jane. Stan has persuaded a number of area actors to perform in the various skits. Pictured above is Hart directing Kata Welch, Barbara Dickey and Sandra Russo in one of the skits. The program, entitled “Old Enough to Know Better”, will be featured at the Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium on Friday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. The event is free to everyone. For information call 603-228-7239.
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Team will continue its three part State Competition on March 8th and 9th at Okemo. Lucey Gagner received applause and congratulations for her Snowboard GS State Championship win on February 16th. Seniors Dakotah Chambers and Alyssa Collins of the Girls’ Basketball program, coached by Pete Collins and Ted Stryhas, received accolades, after which they honored the seniors from their opponents, the Poultney Blue Devils coached by Dan Jones and Brittany Holden. Liza Mason, Ali Jones, Rachel Horn, Nicole Bogucki, Emma Lamberton, and Lina Lindquist received Gatorade and balloons from Chambers and Collins. After the presentations, the full teams were introduced. The game displayed the passing and shooting skills of the Blue Devils, whose many seniors dominated the play. For the Presidents, between the intensity of Sara Stryhas and Sarah Rumrill to the power of Dakotah Chambers and Kateri Collins, there were some exciting moments. Black River played with grit and determination but failed to come away with the win. However, they are headed to the playoffs. For the Alpine Ski Team and Snowboard Team, the season reaches its climax this week with the conclusion of the State Championships. Black River Middle/High School and the Booster Club thank the many athletes, their families, friends, and sponsors for another great winter season of fierce competition and sportsmanship. The Vermont Journal is a proud sponsor of Black River Middle/High School Booster Club.
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BY CINDY JOHNSON The Vermont Journal MANCHESTER, VT -This dynamic trio of glamour and fine living was presented at the Wilburton Inn of Manchester Sunday night by Michael Ellenbogen, his wife Carolina, and The HotChocolate Society--all to raise money and awareness for Meals On Wheels of Bennington County. “People are so excited about the magnitude of the participants—all the talented people you have to bring together to create an event like this,” said Michael Ellenbogen, who charmed all the participants into helping out. To Michael, founder of The HotChocolate Society, chocolate is more than a kid’s candy; chocolate is the anchor of a lifestyle of wine, fine food, sailing and other of life’s delights. Michael has found that people who are true connoisseurs of chocolate gravitate to these other delights; so what better way to pull them all together than through the love of chocolate. He founded the Society to celebrate those loves. The Inn had the feel of an English country estate lit up like a movie set ala Grosford Park— the perfect setting for an Oscar evening chocolate party. Albert and Georgette Levis, owners of the Inn, were most gracious hosts, flitting among the guests and offering assistance here and there. Dashing men and elegant women decked out in satin, sequins, feathers, and even touches of mink filled the Tudor style rooms where guests filled out ballots and had their pictures taken by photographer Christy Nevius. Caroline Conte of The Image Loft provided printed copies of each portrait for the guests as they left. Champagne cocktails laced with chocolate liqueurs, a fabulous array of Vermont artisanal cheeses, and fondue started the evening as over a hundred guests collected and mingled around the roaring fires in two magnificent hearths. The rooms were majestic but comfortable as visitors could lounge in the library, stroll the hallway, or chat in the bar or dining room. Michael chose the Inn because he once held a photography event there and found it visually interesting, both inside and out. Sculptures and other artistic creations fill the Inn and grounds as a visual study on conflict resolution and the true meaning of creativity. Albert, a Greek Jew and retired psychiatrist, who came to the United States after the last world war, was inspired by how to gain understanding and conflict resolution through art. Susan Fox, director of Meals On Wheels of Bennington, who was dressed in a funky, vintage business suit circa 1950 she picked up in Brattleboro, wants to raise awareness of the mission of Meals On Wheels. An evening of food and socializing was a great tie to Meals On Wheels, which offers dinner and a sorely needed human connection to those who find it tough to get out and about anymore. She emphasized that Meals On Wheels also gives baby boomer “kids” the comfort of knowing that someone is coming by every day to check on mom or dad. Kathryn Vanderminden of Village Roots Catering and Gordon Dritschilo of The Rutland Herald judged the food. All the culinary creations of the evening featured or complimented chocolate. And while they had a challenging job, the judges chose chefs Constance and Michael Sturgis of Graze at Manchester’s as winners of the Savory Bite Award for their short rib with chocolate demi and Crazy Russian Girl Bakery in Bennington as the Sweet Bite Award winner for the “tiny meltin-your-mouth Meringues Schalen filled with a rich dark chocolate mousse, a tart Kirsch, cherry, and almond filling, and real whipped cream” and the “chocolate and hazelnut sponge cake brushed with Bailey’s and layered with Bailey’s ganache and praline mousse topped with a Belgian cocoa mirror glaze finish, and crowned with a Bailey’s praline truffle”. Both were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The bakery just came through a tough season with the lack of snow fol-
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lowing upon Hurricane Irene, where the bakery became “storm relief central” for the town. Chef Natasha Littrell met Michael after her famous and addictive European style cupcakes captured the palate of a few of Michael’s friends. The buzz among the guests was for theThe Wilburton Inn’s own chef Didier Cazaudumec for Didier’s duck breast with blood orange chocolate sauce. Fabulous! And while all the delights were great, Didier’s opera cake and Dina’s Baking Co. pastry chef Dina Bronson’s cheesecake lollipops were a standout. And the “drops of love”, liquid chocolate-filled pastries, created by chef-owner Ana DiTursi for Ana’s Empanadas were just that!
Winner of Best Sweet Bite Jury/Audience Award, Natasha & Matt Littrell of Crazy Russian Girls Bakery in Bennington.
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Zeno Mountain Farm Offers Camp For The Disabled
BY JOE MILLIKEN The Vermont Journal LINCOLN, VT. - Zeno Mountain Farm is a non-profit, year-round organization that houses camps for disabled people of all ages and created by brothers Will and Peter Halby, who were counselors at a similar camp on Martha’s Vineyard called Camp Jabberwocky, from which their organization is also modeled from. The Halby Brothers along with their wives Vanessa and Ila, established a Los Angeles-based camp and its own non-profit in 2003 and in the fall of 2008, began looking for a site on the east coast in order to establish a second camp. After searching all over new England, they purchased land on Zeno Road in Lincoln, Vermont and launched Zeno Mountain Farm. They also run a month-long camp in the summer for campers with many different disabilities like Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Asbergers Syndrome, William’s Syndrome and others. “My son, Gabriel, is 17 and has a rare syndrome called Lennox-Gastaut, a seizure disorder that is non-responsive to medications, Steve Dresner said in a recent interview. “He has limited speech and is developmentally delayed, however, he is a happy young man who enjoys sports and other people. “We found out about this camp from Jill and Bobby Collins who have a disabled daughter, who is a school mate of our son. Bobby is a well-known comedian from New York who has opened for Frank Sinatra, Cher and others.” Zeno Mountain Farm’s volunteer councilors come from all over the country to assist in cook the meals and participate in the activities, giving each camper a one-on-one companion at each camp. Not only do the campers have a great time, but also the parents and care givers get a welcome respite. “We were just there for a week ski camp that was in conjunction with Vermont Adaptive at Mt. Ellen,” Dresner said. Zeno Mountain’s vision is clear and simple; To support friendships people with and without disabilities. They are a community of friends, not a “staff and clients.” Everyone at the camp is expected to support the community to the level of their individual ability. To this end, directors and administrators are not paid, parents of campers are discouraged from making donations and folks are invited back to the camp year after year. “This is a great organization that is love in the purest sense of the word. Any one who experiences the camp comes out with a new energy and a keener appreciation of the value of our lives and the lives of others, no matter how different. It is truly something to behold.” It is easy to become involved with Zeno Mountain Farm, for they are always looking for volunteer counselors and cooks to provide healthy meals and camps are run solely on donations (monetary and resourcful) from the community, which are 100 percent tax-deductible. To learn more about Zeno Mountain Farm and how you can get involved, visit their web site at www.zenomountainfarm.org or call 802-453-4663.
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REGION -Thousands of children will leave the hot streets of New York City this summer to swim in cool lakes, run barefoot through the grass and gaze at the stars. These simple but meaningful experiences will be made possible through The Fresh Air Fund’s Volunteer Host Family program, which sends New York City children from lowincome communities to the homes of volunteer host families in 13 Northeastern states
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and Canada. The Fresh Air Fund is at the height of recruitment for host families now and encourages you to learn more about this opportunity, which can create worthwhile memories for both your visitor and your whole family. Local volunteers for Vermont’s Fresh Air Fund Volunteer Host Family program state that there are many wonderful host families here in Vermont and it is an enriching and rewarding experience. A visit to the home of a warm and loving volunteer host family can make a tremendous difference to the life an inner-city child. Since 1877, New York City children growing up in low-income neighborhoods have been able to experience simple summer pleasures in rural and suburban communities. First-time Fresh Air children are between the ages of six and 12 and there are no financial requirements for hosting a Fresh Air child. Many families find their hosting experiences so rewarding that more than 65 percent of all children are reinvited to stay with the same host families, year after year. Hosting a child does not take much – just a little room in your heart and your home – but the experience creates friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. For more information on hosting a Fresh Air child, please contact Ricky Love at 800-367-0003 ext. 8966 or The Fresh Air Fund at 800-367-0003. You can also
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ARTICLE 19. To transact any other business necessary and proper when met. Compensation of benefits beyond an hourly rate of pay was requested for listers and cemetery workers. A question was raised as to why capital funds just voted on were not part of the regular Select Board’s budget. Mr. Heald felt it was healthy to have town debate on some of these items. A question was asked whether another town employee might be added rather than pay overtime. Mr. Heald said training costs involved in hiring new employees made it more cost effective to pay overtime. A question was raised as to what the Select Board was doing to
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draw in new businesses. Mr. Heald said a biomass project looked at recently went by the wayside. He further explained that the amount of developable land within the town was limited. When questioned after the meeting, Mr. Heald said that the biomass project, similar to the one now proposed in Springfield but a different company, was abandoned due to lack of funds by potential investors.
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Charles Dickens has Spooky Connection to Local Musical Production
SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. - As Main Street Despite skeptic critics, The Mystery of Ed- ran for 608 performances and won five ToArts launches its musical production of “The win Drood by Charles Dickens as Continued nys, including Best Musical. And now it has Mystery of Edwin Drood” based on Charles by Thomas Power James moved to southern Vermont, where it is now Dickens’ unfinished novel of the same name, http://www.archive.org/details/mys- playing at Main Street Arts. few may be aware of a spooky connection teryedwindro01dickgoog was published And how does the story end? Well, in between the English author and a 19th-cen- October 25, 1873 and became a bestseller. this version, it is up to the audience, who are tury Brattleboro printer. James himself is lost to obscurity, but allowed to solve the mystery themselves by Although Dickens never visited the Dickens’ “Drood,” finished or unfinished, voting for whodunit after each performance. area in person, Thomas Power Performances conJames claimed to have been tinue this week Thursasked by the writer to be his day, Friday and Saturday, spiritual pen and complete March 8, 9 and 10 at 7:30 the novel through a series of p.m. and Sunday, March trances. 11 at 3 p.m. Advance Massachusetts native tickets at $15 for adults James arrived in Brattleboro and $10 for students are with his supposed wife in 1872 on sale at Village Square as a tramp printer and took up Booksellers in Belresidence in a boarding house lows Falls, Misty Valon Oak Street. There, he took ley Books in Chester, or part in several séances, evenMain Street Arts. At the tually claiming that the spirit door, they are $17 and of Dickens came to him and $12. No unpaid reservaasked him to provide an ending tions are taken to avoid for the novel. James accepted disappointed theatergothe task, setting to work on ers. what he claimed was DickFurther informaphoto by bill sumner ens’ favorite night, Christ- The audience will vote to solve “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” in the Main Street Arts musical production now tion is available by on stage in Saxtons River. mas Eve. contacting MSA at 802With America’s great interest at that has continued to be popular and has been the 869-2960. time in spiritualism and the afterlife, and a subject of movies, television and theater. It Note: Thanks to Mark Bushnell, author public saddened that Dickens had only fin- burst onto the musical theater scene in 1985 of “It Happened in Vermont” from Globe ished 22 chapters and left no hint as to how when a knock-off by Rupert Holmes opened Pequot Press, and Mary Rogers Cabot, auhe intended to end the mystery, James had at The New York Shakespeare Festival. thor of The Annals of Brattleboro (1945), for no problem finding a publisher for his book. Soon after, it moved to Broadway, where it source material for this article.
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On Saturday, March 17th, from 2 - 4 p.m., Ida Mae Specker and John Specker will present a Concert of American Fiddle Tunes at the Andover, VT Town Hall. Please come and enjoy this afternoon of traditional fiddle music. The public is welcome, and admission is free.
Next Stage Presents Erin McKeown
PUTNEY, VT –The Next Stage Arts Project is pleased to present singer, songwriter, and multimedia performance artist extraordinaire Erin McKeown live in concert at Next Stage in Putney, Vermont, on Saturday, March 17th at 7:30pm. McKeown, who makes her home in the Connecticut River Valley, wrote and released her first album, “Distillation”, a decade ago. In addition to being a prolific songwriter and recording artist (she has released seven more albums in the BELLOWS FALLS, VT -St. Patrick’s Fiddle Frenzy is an annual Stone Church Arts event.
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ensuing years), McKeown is also a consummate performer having spent an average of 200 nights a year onstage building a loyal fan base across the United States and Europe. Next Stage is located within an historic former church dating from 1841. Reflecting on her upcoming Next Stage debut, Mckeown said, “It’s great that Next Stage Arts has reclaimed this historic space to launch a new performance venue, and I’m looking forward to celebrating St. PatIt does not happen very often so Stone Church Arts has gathered four amazing performers—Eugene Friesen, cello; Maeve Gilchrist, Celtic harp and vocals; Andy Reiner, fiddle; and Stash Wyslouch, guitar and vocals— for an evening celebration of traditional and original Celtic and World music that will stir your soul and rock your body. Andy Reiner on fiddle is a powerful musical force with his own unique groove drawing on traditional styles from around
rick’s Day with a rollicking show in Putney.” Opening the show will be 16 year old singer/ songwriter sensation Grainne Buchanan, a resident of Guilford, VT and protégé of McKeown’s. All proceeds from the show will benefit Next Stage Arts Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing Putney’s cultural and economic village center through the programming, development and operation of the 160-seat Next Stage venue. The theater is located inside 15 Kimthe world. 25-year-old Maeve Gilchrist is an innovator on the Celtic Harp due to her uniquely chromatic use of the instrument. Stash Wyslouch tours nationally and internationally as a vocalist, guitarist and songwriter in bands such as “Blue Moose and the Unbuttoned Zippers”, “The Boston Boys”, and “The Deadly Gentlemen” fronted by Greg Liszt, banjo player of the band “Crooked Still” and formerly with Bruce Springsteen.
ball Hill, a beautiful, historic 1841 building. Since it’s founding in early 2011, Next Stage has hosted dozens of public arts events including classical, folk, and popular music concerts, a community film series, and a spoken word series. Information about upcoming events, renovation plans and theater enhancements, and a wide range of opportunities for support, are available at: www.nextstagearts.org
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BRATTLEBORO - Twilight Music presents The Sweetback Sisters for two shows of classic country, swing, honky-tonk and old-time music at HookerDunham Theater & Gallery on Sunday, March 11 at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Emily Miller (vocals, fiddle, guitar), Zara Bode (vocals, guitar), Stefan Amidon (drums, vocals), Jesse Milnes (fiddle, guitar, vocals), Ross “Rolling Thunder” Bellenoit (guitar, vocals) and Peter Bitenc (acoustic bass) forge their own sound by delivering arrangements that combine the soul of classic Nashville with an undeniably contemporary edge. The Sweetback Sisters’
Eugene Friesen, founder of Stone Church Arts and professor at Berklee College of Music in Boston, brings immense depth and power to the world music scene. He has broken new ground for the cello, using it in a wide variety of non-classical settings and creating new techniques to expand its role as a solo and accompanying instrument. Stone Church Arts presents St. Patrick’s Fiddle Frenzy on Saturday, March 17th at 7:30 pm at Immanuel Church, 20 Church
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BELLOWS FALLS, VT -Second only to “Peter and the Wolf” in popularity, Prokofiev’s Classical Symphony is one part neo-classicism (harkening back to an 18th century idiom), and one part innovation, stirred by a belief that music should nourish with hope and beauty. The result is delicious! Our soloist for Richard Strauss’s first horn concerto is the amazing Jennifer Montone, principal horn with the Philadelphia Orchestra. Strauss’ abiding love for the heroic French horn, and his indebtedness to the style of Schumann and Mendelssohn, are evident in this remarkably mature early work. The concert concludes with Beethoven’s paean to heroism, his Third Symphony. Although the “Eroica” includes
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SPRINGFIELD – Winter is back, and before cabin fever sets in why not try something new and creative at Gallery at the VAULT! Coming up this Saturday, March 10 is Paste Papers with Diane Kemble from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Paste paper, an age-old method of mixing paste and pigment, layering it, and then using tools to scrape, scratch and draw through the layers, not only renders beautiful results on paper but also opens the artist to new creative experiences. Students will experiment with color, texture, and pattern by spreading colored paste mixtures on paper and using everyday objects to create designs. Use your beautiful and unique papers for cards, collage, wrapping, or bookmaking. Workshop fee $15 members/$20 Non-members. All materials provided. For more information check the website at www.galleryvault.org. or call 802-885-7111. Gallery at the VAULT features the work of over 165 local and regional artists and artisans. Visit the gallery, get inspired. Located in the historic bank block at 68 Main Street, Springfield, Vermont. Open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday.
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LUDLOW, Vt. – On Saturday, March 3, Okemo Mountain Resort hosted the final event of its three-part Light the Night Series. The jam format competition consisted of a down rail, a box and a down-flat-down feature. The rail jam took place under portable lights trained on the Bull Run trail in Okemo’s Clock Tower base area. This event determined the overall winner of the Light the Night Series. Dan Jones of North Sutton, N.H., was crowned the series champion with 49.2 points out of 60. He placed third in the first rail jam, second in the Amp Energy Big Air Bag event, and first in the March 3 rail jam. Jones claimed $1,500 from presenting sponsor AMP Energy. The Best Trick Award went to Sage Vogt, of Mendham, N.J., with a Switch 540 on grease of the down rail. In the Men’s Ski division, Dan Jones, of N Sutton, N.H., took top honors and the series championship. Second place went to Sage Vogt of Mendham, N.J., and Matt Hauser, of Mendham, N.J., took third. Dylan Panke, of Ludlow, Vt., claimed first place in the Men’s Snowboard contest. Second place went to Emmet Ellmaker, of Erwinna, Pa. Rounding out the podium was Dave Gibson, of Ludlow, Vt. In the Women’s Ski division, Megan Ellmaker, of Erwinna, Pa. defeated Delia Whyte, of Bronxville, N.Y. Junior Skier David Baird, of Princeton, Mass., took first, and second place went to Cameron Hitchins, of Trumbull, Conn. In the Junior Snowboard division, John Garoutte, of Charlestown, N.H., placed first, Taylor Spaulding, of Chester, Vt., claimed the second spot, and Michael Tomcykoski, of Greenfield, Pa., took third. In addition to cash prizes, winners took home products from RAMP, Swany, and more. For more information about Okemo Mountain Resort, please call 802228-1600 or visit www.okemo.com.
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STRATTON -The 30th annual US Open Snowboarding Championship is the event of the season and one that you don’t want to miss! Whether you are a competitor or a spectator, come take part in the longstanding US Open tradition. Not only is the USO the final stop of the Burton Global Open Series, where the top male and female in the series will be awarded $100,000 each, but the USO is also the culminating stop on the men’s TTR World Snowboard Tour and the top male will be awarded the TTR world title. Wednesday, March 7 SLOPESTYLE Quals and Finals 9:15am – 10:50am - M Slopestyle Qualifiers 12:00 – 3:45pm - M and W Slopestyle Semi Finals Thursday, March 8 HALFPIPE Semis 9:00am10:10am - W Halfpipe Semi Finals 11:25am-1:40pm - M Halfpipe Semi Finals Friday, March 9 SLOPESTYLE Finals 9:45am-11:00am - W Slopestyle Finals 12:40pm3:00pm - M Slopestyle Finals AWARDS (on stage in Sponsor Village) 3:15pm-3:45pmSlopestyle Awards LIVE MUSIC (on Concert Stage in Village) 3:45pm – 5:00pm ADAM EZRA Live at Grizzly’s Après 3:00pm- 6:00pm - Grizzly’s in the Main Base Lodge Saturday, March 10 HALFPIPE Finals 9:45am11:00am - W Halfpipe Finals 12:40pm-3:00pm - M Halfpipe Finals AWARDS (on stage in Sponsor Village) 3:15pm-4:00pm Awards Ceremony (HP, BGOS, TTR, MINI Countryman) TWIDDLE Live at the Concert Stage in the Sponsor Village 2:00pm BARRY AND THE PENETRATORS Live at Grizzly’s Après 3:30pm- 7:00pm - Grizzly’s in the Main Base Lodge RAIL JAM Invitational 7:15pm-8:45pm - M and W Rail Jam Finals by the Main Base Area AWARDS 8:45pm - 9:00pm - at the bottom of Rail Jam, Main Base Sunday, March 11 JUNIOR JAM, HALF PIPE 9:30am-10:30am - Girls JJ Finals 2:15pm-3:45pm - Boys JJ Finals NOTE: Times are subject to change based on competition running times, weather and any unforeseen circumstances. More Details at opensnowboarding.com
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GO PRO WORKOUTS EDITORIAL STAFF REGION -Ask Olympic Skier Hannah Kearney about underachieving and she may reference her outcome at the 2006 Torino Winter Olympics. Ask her about accomplishing goals and she will tell you about her gold medal run in the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. From not making the final run in 2006, to standing on top of the podium hoisting the gold in 2010, there is plenty of room to analyze what made the difference. After her disappointing finish in 2006, Hannah didn’t quit, retire, or give up. Instead, she simply set a new goal to win the 2010 Olympics and got right back to work. In skiing, even one-tenth of a second can mean the difference between first place and no place. So for the next four years, Hannah approached every moment of the offseason as seriously as a gold medal run. She logged thousands upon thousands of Hannah Kearney hours in the gym and on the slopes, and focused on improving every single aspect of her game. When we asked her how she stayed motivated, Hannah stated with a confident grin, “when the snow is gone it’s not the off-season; it’s just a new season.” And a new season it was. Each offseason, Hannah would assess her previous season, identify areas of improvement, set actionable goals to improve, and focus on achieving these smaller off-season goals. For example, suppose Hannah saw an aspect
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MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. – The Kohl’s Department Stores (NYSE: KSS) Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program will award more than $420,000 in scholarships and prizes, ranging from $50 Kohl’s gift cards to $10,000 scholarships, to more than 2,200 young volunteers who have made a positive impact on their communities. Nominations for kids ages six to 18 will be accepted February 1 – March 15 at kohlskids.com. Kohl’s is helping promising youth further their education at a time when college tuition continues to increase yearly – a challenge to many American families who face high unemployment and stagnant incomes. “Through the Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program, Kohl’s recognizes young volunteers who dedicate their time, energy and passion to helping others and bettering the communities we live in,” said Julie Gardner, Kohl’s executive vice president and chief marketing officer. “During a time of economic uncertainty and high tuition costs, it’s important to support extraordinary kids by investing in their future. We encourage parents, teachers, neighbors and friends to nominate outstanding young volunteers atkohlskids.com.” To nominate volunteers ages six to 18 for a Kohl’s Cares scholarship, visit kohlskids. com. Nominations are accepted February 1 through March 15, and nominators must be 21 years or older. Two nominees from each of the more than 1,100 Kohl’s stores nationwide will win a $50 Kohl’s gift card, and more than 200 will win regional scholarships worth $1,000 toward post-secondary education. Ten national winners will be awarded a total of $10,000 in scholarships for post-secondary education and Kohl’s will donate $1,000 to a nonprofit organization on each national winner’s behalf. Through the Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program, Kohl’s aims to honor young volunteers who have made a positive impact on their communities. Since the program began in 2001, Kohl’s has recognized more than 15,000 kids with more than $3 million in scholarships and prizes. In 2012, Kohl’s celebrates its 12th year of rewarding young volunteers. In 2011, Kohl’s honored national winner Sarah Kladar, 12, who sold approximately 5,000 dishtowels and with the nearly $50,000 raised, helped financially burdened families pay for surgery-related expenses that were not covered by insurance. Regional winner Jaimus Ready, 8, was recognized for assembling and sending more than 350 care packages to soldiers in Afghanistan filled with candy, clothing and homemade cards from local school children. The Kohl’s Caresâ Scholarship Program is part of Kohl’s Caresâ, Kohl’s philanthropic program focused on improving the lives of children. Kohl’s Caresâ benefits children’s health and education initiatives nationwide through its merchandise program, featuring special books and plush toys where 100 percent of net profit benefits children’s initiatives; fundraising gift cards for schools and youth serving organizations and the Associates in Action associate volunteer program. For more information or a list of past Kohl’s CaresScholarship Program winners, visit kohlskids.com. About Kohl’s Department Stores: Based in Menomonee Falls, Wis., Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a family-focused, value-oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced, exclusive and national brand apparel, shoes, accessories, beauty and home products in an exciting shopping environment. With a commitment to environmental leadership, Kohl’s operates 1,127 stores in 49 states. In support of the communities it serves, Kohl’s has raised more than $180 million for children’s initiatives nationwide through its Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, which operates under Kohl’s Cares, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience of shopping online, visit www.Kohls.com.
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Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities Seeks Nominations for the 2012 Governor’s Awards
MONTPELIER -The Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities (GCEPD) is currently seeking nominations for the 2012 Governor’s Awards. These awards will be presented to individuals, businesses, media or municipalities that have made significant contributions to the employment of people with disabilities during the period of January 2010 through February 2012.The nomination deadline for the 2012 awards is April 16, 2012. The awards will be handed out at the Creative Workforce Solutions Employment Institute III on June 4, 2012 at the Sheraton Hotel Conference Center in Burlington. The Governor’s Awards are given in three different categories. The Employment / Accommodation award is for an employer who reflects the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act in their employment practices, including but not limited to: the provision of equal access in the application and interview process; the delivery of training that responds to individualized learning styles; the provision of accommodations; and the use of inclusive recruitment practices. The Design/Accessibility award is for the architect, contractor, business, municipality, recreational facility or entity that has created innovative and creative solutions for accessible structures, buildings or services or provided accommodations to create equal and aesthetic access. The Media / Public Education award recognizes an individual or member of the media: a) who has brought attention to disability issues and stories, using sensitive and nondiscriminatory language to depict people with disabilities and to reflect the worth of the person(s) being written about; and/or b) who has promoted or showcased a person overcoming barriers in an inspiring way. People are encouraged to nominate Vermont businesses, individuals or municipalities that have contributed to the employment of people with disabilities. Since the GCEPD began presenting awards in 1989, over seventy Vermont businesses and individuals have been honored. The mission of the GCEPD is to promote the barrier-free employment of Vermonters of all abilities. This statewide committee provides: resource information and links to employment services; educational presentations; practical advice and real life solutions via our electronic newsletter and website; and direct communication to the office of the Governor regarding current issues affecting the employment of persons with disabilities. For more information about the GCEPD or nominating procedures for the 2012 Awards, please go to the GCEPD website at www.hireus.org, or contact Melita DeBellis, Executive Coordinator, Melita@gcepd.org or 802-434-6600.
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Volume 11, Issue 43
4th Annual Taste of the Valley
BY DONNA ALLEN The Vermont Journal CHESTER –The Chester American Legion is pleased to announce their 4th Annual Taste of The Valley Food Festival on Thursday Evening, November 3, 2011. This is a fundraiser for the many programs at Post 67. This year funds will go to two new recipients. The first program being supported is the Camp Keewaydin Program at Chester/ Andover Elementary School and the second program is the huge Home Alone Thanksgiving Dinner where a wonderful Turkey Dinner with all the fixings are served every Thanksgiving Day to people who may be alone or just would like to come down and dine with friends and neighbors. Over the last couple of years it has become quite and event. Well over 100 people were fed last year. Most of the food is donated from the volunteers,
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FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH The Springfield Moose Lodge has an All You Can Eat breakfast the 1st. Sunday of every Month. Open to the public. 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Come bring a friend and family. Support a great cause and join us for a great breakfast for only $7. We use REAL Maple Syrup! FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH Come join the Dancing with Parkinson’s class meeting the first Monday of each month, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. at the Cheshire Medical Center’s North Conference Room 2 in Keene, NH. The class helps people with Parkinson’s Disease increase coordination, flexibility and balance. Participants can take the class sitting or standing and feel supported in a safe and comfortable environment. It is open to anyone with Parkinson’s and their caregiver, partner, or friend. No previous dance experience is necessary. For more information contact Kathy at starbooks06@yahoo.com. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 to $5.00. FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH Vermont Tea Party, Local Chapter Meeting - 1st Tuesday of Every Month from 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Ludlow/ Cavendish and Surrounding Areas Welcome! Cavendish Town Elementary School Library, 573 Main Street, Proctorsville. For More information contact Scott 802-226-7791 MONDAYS The Weston Rod and Gun Club will sponsor BINGO EVERY Monday night at 6:30 p.m. There will be refreshments and beverages for sale in the kitchen. ALL proceeds will go to Weston Rec. Everyone welcome. Bring friends and relatives. Any inquiries call David @ 802-376-9196. TUESDAYS West Coast Swing Dance Lessons: 6-7 basic brand new beginner West Coast Swing; 7-8 WCS 101 part A; 8-9 WCS 101 Part B; No partner required; Ludlow BREAKFASTS LUNCHES & DINNERS Saturday, March 10 Sumptuous CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE dinner to be held at the Charlestown Congregational Church, Charlestown, NH on Saturday March 10 starting at 5 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 for children 8 and younger. The menu is corned beef and cabbage with onions, potatoes, turnips, carrots and soda bread. Pudding cake for dessert and a choice of beverage. Questions? Leave a message at 603-826-5903. The United Church of Bellows Falls, School Street, will host a New England boiled dinner on March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. Menu: corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, rolls, pickles, beverages, cake. Cost: $10 adults, $6 ages 5-12, under 5 free. Take out available. Advanced tickets: Janice Manning, 802-4633485, Village Square Booksellers, 802-463-9404. Church office: 802-463-4323. 3rd Annual Corn Beef & Cabbage Dinner, American Legion Post no. 57 of Alstead,N.H., March 10, 2012 from 5 – 7 p.m. Price: Adults $ 9.00 ,Children to 12 $6.00,Under 5 FREE, Place: Masonic Hall on Rt.123 in Langdon,N.H., Town Hall and “other locations” - please check website www.ludlowswingdanceclub.net or contact karencdance@comcast.net. BINGO at St Joseph’s Church, Buckley Center in Chester. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., game at 6:30 p.m. The Fletcher Memorial Youth Library Preschool story time for ages 6 and under begins January 24 and will continue Tuesdays at 11 a.m. through February 28. Kids are invited to share stories, make crafts, and play Miles of Smiles Story Time for 3-5 year olds will be held at the Springfield Town Library on Tuesdays, January 31 through March 13 at 10 -10:45 a.m. Stories, songs, simple crafts, movies and snack are a part of the fun. This programs is free and open to all thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Springfield Town Library. For more information, call the library at 802-885-3108. 2nd Wed of the Month WEDNESDAYS The Southern River Valley Helping Hands Parents group holds a kids clothing swap on the second Wednesday of each month at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in North Walpole, NH from 4-8 p.m. All clothes must be clean and free of stains. Adult clothing donations are accepted and needs no trade. Black River Valley Seniors will be playing Bridge at the center on High Street in Ludlow at 1 p.m. All levels of expertise are welcome. Come for lunch and stay for the games. Don’t play Bridge? Want tolearn? Come on down and someone will be happy to instruct you. Souper Wednesday’s have begun at the First Congregational Church of Westminster. Please join us from 12 to 2 p.m. every Wednesday through March 28, 2012 for soup and community. Free will donation not necessary, but would be greatly appreciated. The Fletcher Memorial Youth Library is collaborating with Rutland Windsor Supervisory Union in a 6 week “Beginning with Mother Goose” program. Families with children birth to 36 months can join us Wednesdays her Irish music for us to enjoy! A suggested donation of $4.00 for seniors or $5.50 for those under 60 years old is appreciated to help defray the cost of our luncheon. Friday, March 16 Ham Supper at the North Springfield Baptist Church Saturday, March 16, 2012 Menu: Baked Ham, raisin sauce, mashed potato, carrots, coleslaw, dessert and beverage. All you can eat. Handicaped accessable. Time: 4:00-7:00 PM Cost $10.00 adults, children up to 12 years $5.00, 5 and under free. Call 802886-8107 for more information. Saturday, March 17 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner, Sat. 3/17, 5-7 pm; Corned beef and cabbage with Irish Soda Bread, and dessert;Benefit for Quin-Town Center for Senior Citizens; Music by Bethel Pea Pickers from 4- 5 p.m.; Location: Hancock Town Hall, Admission by donation, Info call 802-767-9234 St. Patrick’s Day feed at the Chester American Legion Post #67 , Rte 103 South in Chester from 12 noon on. $9 pp. Come to the First Congregational Church of Walpole (UCC) for a Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner and “Be Wearing the Green” on March February 1, 8, 15, and 29 and March 7 and 14 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Program includes information on language and literacy development, ideas on choosing quality books, activities, songs, and conversation ideas. On March 14 local author Willow Bascom will be wrapping up our series with her own special presentation. There is limited space so please call Lindsay at 802-228-3517 to register. Wiggles and Giggles Story Time for children under 3 will be held Wednesdays, February 1 through March 7 at 10:30-11 a.m. (excluding February 22). Children will enjoy stories, fingerplays, songs and a snack. This programs is free and open to all thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Springfield Town Library. For more information, call the library at 802-885-3108. Discovery Time for kids ages 5 and up will be held Wednesdays at 3:45 p.m. beginning February 1. The first program will be “Treasured Tales” during which children will listen to a story and receive a memento for their keepsake boxes. This programs is free and open to all thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Springfield Town Library. For more information, call the library at 802-885-3108. THURSDAYS Craft workshops every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. at the Gassetts Grange. Anyone with new ideas or wanting to learn newcrafts, please come and join us. Lots of new projects going on. Free refreshments are served. Call Bonnie for info. @ 802-875-3500. Early Sabbath Worship Thursdays 2 p.m. (NEW TIME) Third Congregational Church UCC, Alstead 14 River Street, AlsteadTime Every Thurs. Bingo 6:30-9 p.m. Doors open @ 5:30 p.m. Refreshments are sold in the kitchen. 21 players and more adds a free Speedball game. Fun to be had by all!!! Gassetts Grange is located at jcts. 10 & 103 N. Chester, VT. For more information call Bonnie @ 802-875-3500. Interested in losing some weight? An at work Weight Watch 17, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy corned beef and cabbage and great fun. Judy Spinella and Frank Sibley will entertain with Irish music. Tickets (Adults $10 and children ages 5-12 years $5) available at Reel to Real, Murray’s and Galloway Real Estate. Tuesday, March 19 The Walpole Seniors will meet for potluck luncheon at the Congregational Church on the Walpole Common March 19, 2012 at noon. All Walpole seniors are welcome. Chief Michael Parquette from the Walpole Police Department will share information. Do join us. CHURCH EVENTS Coffeehouse Folk series at Stone Arch Bakery in Lebanon, NH. Music series presenting local performers - Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (begins on January 29). Acoustic solo acts and duos. Wonderful original material, and some covers. For more info call: 603.727.4680 Saturday, March 10 If you like accordion music, mark you calendars for Sat 3/10 at 7 p.m. at Tyson Church for a concert by Brent Buswell. Many of you may remember that Brent is the grandson of former pastor, Jane Buswell. Brent is a talented musician, who also plays around the country with the Stratton Mountain Boys. It should be an entertaining evening with lively music! A free-will offering will be taken. LIBRARY EVENTS The Friends of the Fletcher Memorial Library in Ludlow is very pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring our yearly winter film and book series again in January, February and March 2012. We will discuss the book on the second Tuesday and view the movie on the fourth Tuesday of the month. For January 10 and 24, we will be reading and viewing “Julie & Julia” by Julie Powell. The author tries to cook all the Julia Child recipes in one year. On February 14 &28, we will doing “Chocolat” and on March 13 &27 “Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances Mayes. When the snow falls and cabin fever begins to set in, come to the library. The programs will be held at 12 noon. Bring a sandwich and the Friends will provide beverages and desserts. The books are available in the library. We guarantee a good afternoon. Silsby Library’s Warm Up Afghan program is back. Knitters and crocheters will meet at the library on Saturday mornings from 10-12 beginning January 14 and continue through March. Join the group and make afghans to be donated to folks in our community who are in need of a little warmth and ers meeting site is being formed at Mount Holly School, The meetings will be held on Thursday mornings at 7 a.m. in the cafeteria. Right now the closest meetings are Rutland and Springfield. The cost is $39.95/month, which includes 4 monthly meetings and e-tools. Deb LaCroix will be the facilitator. If you are interested in joining our group, please call Brigid Faenza at 802-259-4100 or email bakerbrigid@vermontel.net. For more information please visit www.weightwatchers.com. Every Thurs. we hold our Bingo 6:30-9 p.m. Doors open @ 5:30 p.m. refreshments are sold in the kitchen. 21 players and more adds a free Speedball game. Fun to be had by all!!! Gassetts Grange is located at jcts. 10 & 103N. Chester, VT. For more information call Bonnie @ 802-875-3500. FRIDAYS Bingo: Black River Valley Senior Center will be playing Bingo the second and last Fridays of the month and celebrating Birthdays at the Birthday Club on the Third Wednesday of the month. SUNDAYS Vision of Light Church of Spiritualism and Healing meets every Sunday at 10 AM in Hartland, Vermont followed by potluck lunch. Rev. Paula Parker 802-226-7653 Coffeehouse Folk series at Stone Arch Bakery in Lebanon, NH. Music series presenting local performers - Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (begins on January 29). Acoustic solo acts and duos. Wonderful original material, and some covers. For more info call: 603.727.4680 THE NORTH CHARLESTOWN METHODIST CHURCH is pleased to announce that the 2nd order of the North Charlestown Yester-Years woven afghan are now available. The two layer; 50X70; 100% cotton; made in U.S.A; depicting N. Charlestown’s past, afghans are offered for $50.00, benefit of the North Charlestown Church Renovation Fund. To Purchase call Elaine @ 603-826-4145 or E Mail @ wenuit@comcast.net Public Radio, “the Green Mountain Chronicles” presented a wide variety of Vermonters sharing their memories of the people, event, and developments that helped shape Vermont in the 20th century. In this program, Mark Greenberg discusses the process of choosing the topics, collecting the oral histories, and some of the interesting things that emerged. A Vermont Humanities Council event hosted by the Springfield Town Library. For more information please call the library at 802-885-3108 or visit www.springfieldtownlibrary.org Writing for Children, Ages 2-14 with Judith Edwards. In this ten week course on Thursday mornings, March 15 through May 17 from 9 11 am, you will do a lot of writing, share your work enjoyably with others, and you’ll learn publishing criteria. You’ll also learn how illustration works within each grade level, and how and where to submit your work. Judith Edwards has an M.A. in Creative Writing from City University of New York, and an M.S.W. from Hunter College School of Social Work, also in New York. She has published fourteen books for middle grade and younger readers, with such publishing companies as Farrar, Straus and Giroux, and Enslow Publishers. For more information please call the library at 885-3108. This course is free and open to all writers and would-be writers age 18 and older. MEETINgS The Black River/Lafayette Lodge of Masons, will not be meeting for the month of March. The American Finnish Society will not be meeting for the month of March. The Cavendish-William French Chapter DAR will not be meeting for the month of March. Thursday, March 8 Ludlow Streetscapes will hold their monthly meeting at 7 p.m. in the Historic room of the Fletcher Memorial Library. All interested parties are invited to attend this meeting. For more information call 802-228-2126 or email streetscapes@tds.net Tuesday, March 13 The Bellows Falls Woman’s Club will meet at the United Church, School St., on March 13 beginning at 1:30 p.m. The meeting presentation will feature the Fall Mountain Regional High School’s horticultural program. Club members are asked to sign up for the annual, club sponsored art show and luncheon at Bellows Falls Union High School, scheduled for April 10. There is a suggested donation of $5, payable at the March meeting. SENIoRS Monday, March 19 The Walpole Seniors will meet for potluck luncheon at the Congregational Church on the Walpole Common March 19, 2012 at noon. All Walpole seniors are welcome. Chief Michael Parquette from the Walpole Police Department will share information. Do join us. SPECIAL EVENTS Wednesday, March 7 The Pisces Full Moon Festival will be held on Wednesday, March 7, from 7-9 p.m. at the Hastings House, Walpole Unitarian Church, Corner of Main and Union Streets, Walpole, NH. 03608. Meditations are open to the public and donations are greatly appreciated. Please join us on the River Valley Meditation Group Facebook page for news, interesting articles and information on scientific meditation and why we meditate at the full moon. You may also email the group on FB or call 802-536-5024 for more information. Thursday, March 8 March 11, the Green Mtn. Express hosts our Open Mike Country Jamboree, 1-4 p.m. Bands and singles welcome!!! Refreshments on sale in the kitchen, raffle and 50/50 tickets on sale at the door. $5.00 donation at the door. Gassetts Grange is located at JCTs. of 10 &103N. Chester, VT Saturday, March 10 Indoor TAG SALE - North Walpole,Saturday, March 10, 2012 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church - 40 Church Street. 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Questions: Call Sandy or Jerry 603-835-6727 Please join us for a traditional Sugar On Snow Supper on Saturday, March 10 in Grafton at the chapel on Main Street (next to the Brick Church). Seatings are at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. The menu includes ham, baked beans, scalloped potatoes, rolls, coleslaw, donuts, pickles and Sugar on Snow! Cost is $10 for adults, $5 children aged 5-12, with a family rate of $25.We’ll find the snow, you find your way to Grafton for the fun! Proceeds will benefit local charitable institutions: Grafton Cares, Grafton Church and Grafton Grange. Thursday, March 15 A St Paddy’s Day Community Luncheon in Proctorsville will be held Thursday, March 15, at 11:30 a.m. at St James United Methodist Church, Main Street, Proctorsville. Even though we’ll be two days early, we will be pleased to serve Irish (beef) stew along with a tossed salad. Brenda will make her traditional Irish soda bread for each table, and we’ll top off the meal with a lovely carrot cake. Coffee, hot tea or a cold beverage will be available as well. Bring your singalong skills ... Brenda is practicing
N O T I C E O F A PPL I C A T I O N T O C O NST R U C T O R A L T E R A D A M 10 V .S. A . C hapter 43 A pplication No. 2012-1 An application submitted under the provisions of 10 V.S.A. Section 1083 has been received by Ralph J. Michael, P. E. of Ludlow, VT (Contact Ed Floyd, P.E., Technicon at 802-228-3445). The project consists of the construction of a dam to replace a breached beaver dam at the outlet of Duck Pond in Plymouth, Vermont. Before an application can be approved or disapproved, a determination must be made as to whether the public good will be served and whether the plans and specifications adequately provide for the public safety. Factors which must be considered in making this determination are stated in 10 V.S.A. Section 1086(a), copies of which are available on request from the Department of Environmental Conservation, 103 South Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont 05671-0511, Attn: Stephen Bushman, P.E. (802-654-8971). As an aid in determining the public good of the proposed project, comments from persons interested are being requested. Any comments or requests for a public information meeting regarding this project should be PREPARED IN WRITING AND MAILED TO REACH THIS OFFICE NO LATER THAN April 6, 2012. Otherwise, it will be presumed there are no comments or requests. The Department will hold a public information meeting upon request from twenty-five (25) or more persons. Additional information concerning the application can be obtained from the applicant or this office at the address and telephone numbers provided herein. David K. Mears, Commissioner Department of Environmental Conservation March 7, 2012
comfort. Wednesday, March 7 Children’s author and naturalist Lynn Levine will present “Wildlife Tracking,” a workshop for kids ages 5 and up at the Springfield Town Library on Wednesday, March 7 at 3:45 p.m. Levine is the author of “Snow Secrets” and co-author of “Mammal Tracks and Scat.” This program is free and open to all thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Springfield Town Library. For more information call 802-885-3108. Saturday, March 10 On Saturday, March 10, from 12-1:30 p.m., come to the Rockingham Free Public Library (RFPL) for an afternoon celebrating renowned author and children’s book illustrator Tasha Tudor. Perfect for all ages, from children to grandparents! Presenters from the Tasha Tudor Museum will share stories and recount personal experiences with the late Tasha Tudor. The PBS documentary “Take Joy: The Magical World of Tasha Tudor” will be shown, followed by a short discussion, and there will be a display of selected books and objects of Tasha’s, along with items available for purchase. Free and open to the public. Tuesday, March 13 The Friends of the Fletcher Memorial Library in Ludlow is very pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring our yearly winter film and book series again in February and March 2012. We will discuss the book on the second Tuesday and view the movie on the fourth Tuesday of the month. On March 13 &27 “Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances Mayes. When the snow falls and cabin fever begins to set in, come to the library. The programs will be held at 12 noon. Bring a sandwich and the Friends will provide beverages and desserts. The books are available in the library. We guarantee a good afternoon. Wednesday, March 14 “Treasured Tales” will be presented at the Springfield Town Library on Wednesday, March 14 at 3:45 pm. Kids ages 5 and up will listen to a special picture book and receive a memento of the story. This program is free and open to all thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Springfield Town Library. For more information call 802-8853108. Thursday, March 15 The Green Mountain Chronicles: Oral Histories of the 20th Century. Thursday, March 15 - 6:30 p.m., Springfield Town Library, Created for the Vermont Historical Society and broadcast on Vermont
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REGION -The 25th Annual Vermont Scholastic Chess Championships will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Berlin Elementary School in Berlin, VT, conveniently located in central Vermont just off Interstate-89 exit 7. All Vermont students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 are eligible to compete for State Championships in each grade Kindergarten through Grade 6, Middle School (Grades 7 & 8) and High School (Grades 9 through 12). All abilities are welcome and encouraged to participate. The tournament will be USCF rated and follow USCF rules. Registration is from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.. Games will start at 10 a.m.. Complete rules and registration information can be found at http:// vtchess.info or by contacting Mike Stridsberg, Tournament Director, at mike@ vtchess.info or 802-2231948.
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NO PLACE LIKE HOME pet sitting at your home on your schedule. $10 per visit. call anita at 802-843-2318 9/23/2009
THE DRUG STORE for all your pharmaceutical needs. village Square, Waitsfield. 802-496-2345
PETS
AREA SEPTIC PUMPING AND LOCATING family owned since 1984. Number one in the Number two business serving southern New Hampshire and Vermont. 802-875-6551 or 603-756-3111 7/6/11
SEPTIC PUMPING
SHIPPING & COPIES
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FURNITURE
BARE BONES FURNITURE OF RUTLAND 1st quality name brand furniture and mattresses all at bare bones prices! located next to the home depot in rutland. 802-775-2800 02/19/09 CHRISANDRA’S HOME FURNISHINGS our customers say “your prices are great!” shop our large selection of affordable furnishings and accessories. 122 main st., ludlow, vt www.chrisandras.com 802-228-4581.
PHARMACY
PLUMBING & HEATING
COMPUTERS
DARRAD SERVICES STRICTLY MACINTOSH We buy, sell, and repair Macs • Network installations • Systems integration • Software setup and installation • Vintage parts • We love challenges 802-496-2772 01/09 COMPUTERS BY KEN 3 Main Street, Springfield, Vt. 802885-4077. your one stop computer shop, for cables, keyboards, all the computer accessories and mice. service limited to pc’s. 2/20/09 SMALL DOG ELECTRONICS vermont’s only apple specialist showroom. You’ll find the latest Apple computers plus digital cameras, camcorders, printers, games and much more. route 100, Waitsfield. Hours: M-F 10-6 p.m., saturday 10-5 p.m.. 802-496-7171 www.smalldog.com 6/25/08 COMPUTER BARN, LTD competitive pricing. custom and pre-built desktops and laptops. local, professional tech support, superior components. 921 barremontpelier road, across from barre electric. call 802-476-6800 www.computerbarnltd.net 01/03/09
LANDSCAPE STONE
Patio, wall, veneer and steps now available at A.M.P. Timber Harvesting Inc. Chester, VT. Bulk stone, firewood and logging services available. We deliver. Dennis Allard 802-254-0680 9/28
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SNOWPLOWING/SANDING ludlow area reasonable rates sk logging and land clearing references available steven kondracki cell 802-384-0313 Office 802-228-6022
TAILORED PLUMBING AND HEATING all aspects of plumbing and heating, residential; snowplowing, landscaping and lawn maintenance. home: 802-975-0033; mobile: 802-4171647; email: baztaylor@comcast.net 11/10 WILLIAMS LAKE DREDGING specializing in construction of new and restoration of old ponds. dredging and excavating. 802-226-7459. ponds@comcast.net PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY birthday parties, ladies night, summer camps, Office Parties, Field Trips, Holidays, Bridal and Baby showers. Great for all aGes! 802-875-2008 or visit www.endlesscreationspottery.com 8/11 FRONT 2 BACK LANDSCAPING CO.
SNOW PLOWING for chester, vt area. reasonable rates. references available. call dan at 802-376-4147
ATTORNEYS
STEVENS LAW OFFICE, STOWE harold b. stevens, esquire bryce breton, esquire constance driscoll, esquire General practice areas 802-253-8547 8/30/10
LAND SURVEYING
PATON LAND SURVEYING Licensed in Vermont & New Hampshire - boundary, subdivision, topographical, GP Surveys and Elevation. Certificates. 802-885-6674 - 802-376-4142 10/06
PONDS
SHEDS
SHEDS AND GARDEN COTTAGES SINCE 1995 Post and Beam. Built from native rough sawn local lumber on sale now until the end of the month international shipping www.DIYshed./com 802- 297-3760 6/19/09
FURNITURE RESTORATION
HERITAGE FURNITURE RESTORATIONS stripping-repair-finishing 22 years experience 48 french Meadow Rd. Springfield, Vt. 802-885-5657 tues-fri. 8:30-4:30 sat. by appointment 8/17
POTTERY
LOGGING
SK LOGGING Logging and Landclearing. Wanted to buy- Standing timber. Good honest job, references, building sites cleared, vistas enhanced. 802-228-6022 cell 802-384-0313 9/18/09
STAINING
CONTEMPORARY, COLONIAL, RANCH AND LOG HOMES 40 years Demolding & Stripping, Log Replacement, Chinking and Caulking15-year warranty! Johnathan – 802-775-6086 WWW.VERMONTSTAINING.COM
CROWS BAKERY & OPERA HOUSE CAFE yummy pastries, cakes, pies, breads, cookies plus. full Breakfast & Lunch 73 Depot St. proctorsville 802-226-7007 crowsbakerycafe.com
BAKERY
GARDENING
JUST ADD WATER ORNAMENTAL GARDEN DESIGN & MAINTENANCE build your dream garden - or freshen up a tired one. sustainable/organic focus - seasonal care - residential & Commercial - Free Estimates Call Pat at 802-672-4369 7/14/2010
PROPERTY SERVICES
BUILDERS/ CONTRACTORS
cabinet making, custom trimwork, General carpentry, porch and deck, costruction and repair. free estimates. 802-875-5679
MACHINING & wELDING
specializing in: brass, steel, and aluminum. if you need it, we can make it! Wood splitter rentals available daily. 802-548-6847 10/8/08
six different kinds of bark mulch, crushed stone, playground chips and mortar sand. 36 sylvan road chester, vt. open Wednesday - friday 8 - 6, saturday 8-3. randy miles 802-376-0186. front2back@comcast.net landscaping, lawn care, yard Work, brush cutting, carpentry, painting, caretaking, snow plowing, stone Work. 186 lacross rd. Springfield, VT. 802-885-6143. lisa_peter@ comcast.net Deborah Habicht, LLC Home & office cleaning, repairs, routine maintenance, carpentry, rubbish removal, organizing, seasonal openings & closings, receive special deliveries, pantry/refrigerator stocking, party planning, interior design, decorating, and staging. contact debby or armand in mount holly at 802-259-2035. insured. references. 6/23
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STRUCTURAL REPAIR
FOUNDATION & DRAINAGE repair, custom lumber and timber, frames, free Written estimates, insured with over 30 years experience DON EDGAR CONSTRUCTION 802-875-3056
TIMBERCREEK WOODWORKING & CARPENTRY
COPY & DUPLICATING SERVICES
HARD COPY visit us on the Web at: www. hardcopyvermont.com email: h.copyvt@verizon.net open 8:30 am - 5:30 p.m. monday - friday We accept visa, mastercard, american express 30 main st., Gateway square bldg., burlington 802-8631200 8/30/07
GROCERY
MEHURON’S SUPERMARKET fresh seafood, meat, produce, deli, bakery. full line of groceries. maple syrup. fine wines. liquor agency. premium cigars. village square, Waitsfield 802-496-3700 12/5/08 BEEFALO Quality, federally inspected meat available, 30% less cholesterol. Grass fed, raised naturally. try a 25lb sample box at $5.95 per lb. tracer brook farm in cavendish 802-7382442
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Repair, Service & Restoration American & European motorcycle, snowmobile, atv, all small Engine. Welding & Metal Fabrication. Certified harley-davidson specialist. “over 20 years of expertise” 802-259-3178 4/27
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General carpentry siding Windows Doors Remodels and more Roofing shingles slate rubber and metal. free estimates call 802-226-7824 30 yrs. experience all phases residential & commercial construction, custom homes, excavation, site work, septic systems. fully insured , registered in vt. free estimates. Joe (802) 554-0011 4/21/2010 Wood floors sanded, wood floors refinished, repair or install new, your choice of finishes. Painting and light carpentry. andrew peters, 802-2593166 12/22 over 40 years experience in residential building; homes, additions, Garages, remodeling. fully insured.
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COUNTRY HOME INTERIOR SEWING new Workroom fabricating custom Window treatments, slipcovers, headboards, cushions, much more. 97a lower bartonsville, chester. 802875-4570 9/8/10 CHRISANDRA’S HOME SHOWCASE & DESIGN CENTER chrisandra’s exclusive Workroom. reasonable. free measuring with purchase. large selection of fabrics/ hardware. design consultation available. pond street, ludlow. 802228-2075 9/18/09 FARM HOUSE FASHIONS custom made, stylish, affordable, insulated curtains. measuring, rod installation an curtain hanging also available. call 802-843-1050. www.farmhousefashions.com 04/7/10
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MEDIATION
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ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
LAWRENCE & LOBER ELECTRIC, residential and commercial. 15 baker st., bellows falls, vt. 802-460-3479. 5/16/12 richard moore electric residential/ commercial, fully licensed and insured, Quality Work, 25 years experience, keep it local, call today 802-591-3891 SHARPE AND SONS ELECTRIC residential and commercial services. additions, renovations, service upgrades, hot tubs, Generators. etc. licensed and 7/29/09 insured. 802-886-2900
VERMONT GUN & KNIFE SHOWS www.greenmtgunshowtrail.com, bill & Lianne Borchers, 95 Cambridgeport rd. chester, vt 05143. 802-380-8351
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KHC Lawn Care - Mowing, Spring and Fall Cleanups, Garden Planting and Maintenance, Brush Clearing and general, property maintenance. Free Estimates, Fully Insured. Call Kyle Chivers 802-376-7828 9/15 ZAMPINI & SONS Lawn care, tree removal, debris removal, residental and commercial property management, we do it all! Fully Insured. Free Estimates! 603-493-7489
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REVOLUTION
Tenth Annual Arts Festival
March 7, 2012 7B
Dignity at Misty Valley Books
CHESTER, VT -Misty Valley Books, on the Green in Chester, welcomes Dr. Donna Hicks, an Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, on Sunday, March 11, 2012. She will discuss her important book, Dignity, The Essential Role it Plays in Resolving Conflict, at 4 pm at the bookstore. Dr. Hicks has spent nearly two decades in the field of international conflict resolution, facilitating dialogue between communities in conflict in the Middle East, Sri Lanka, Colombia, Cuba, and Northern Ireland in addition to teaching conflict resolution at Harvard, Clark and Columbia Universities. A psychologist by training, she is committed to addressing the deep emotional issues that hinder reconciliation. The desire for dignity, which is often confused with respect, is universal and powerful. It is a Dr. Donna Hicks motivating force behind all human interaction—in families, in communities, in the business world, and in relationships at the international level. When dignity is violated, the response is likely to involve aggression, even violence, hatred, and vengeance. On the other hand, when people treat one another with dignity, they become more connected and are able to create more meaningful relationships.
Surprisingly, most people have little understanding of dignity. Hicks examines the reasons for this gap and offers a new set of strategies, including ten essential elements of dignity that can be honored or violated. These strategies help us to become aware of dignity’s vital role in our lives and how to put dignity into practice in everyday life. Drawing on her extensive experience in international conflict resolution and on insights from evolutionary biology, psychology, and neuroscience, Hicks explains what the elements of dignity are, how to recognize dignity violations, how to respond when we are not treated with dignity, how dignity can restore a broken relationship, why leaders must understand the concept photo provided of dignity, and more. Hicks shows that by choosing dignity as a way of life, we open the way to greater peace within ourselves and to a safer and more humane world for all. A reception and book signing will follow Ms. Hicks’ remarks. For more information stop by Misty Valley Books, call the Bookstore at 802 875-3400 or visit www.mvbooks.com or Facebook.
Junior Jade Carr works on her sculpture of the Revolution of Evolution.
photo by lisa murray
On Wednesday, March 14, Springfield High School Arts Academy will host the Tenth Annual Arts Festival. The theme this year is Revolution. We will exhibit sculpture, paintings, star and flag books, and mixed media art work. There will be music, drama and dance. Refreshments will be offered. Please join the students as they celebrate their accomplished works of Revolution from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Springfield High School.
Call to Artists
RUTLAND, VT -The Chaffee Art Center invites artists residing in Vermont and within 50 miles of its borders to submit applications for juried membership, and 2013 Featured Exhibits. The Chaffee is a non-profit community arts organization with a mission to promote member artwork and educate the community. Chaffee members and non-members may apply. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday March 20, 2012.
Applications can be found by visiting www.chaffeeartcenter. org/jurying.html or by visiting the Chaffee Art Center at 16 South Main Street, Rutland, VT. Submissions must include a completed application form, 6 images representing a cohesive body of work, an artist statement and resume. The application process is free, accepted artists will be required to join the Chaffee Art Center to receive membership ben-
efits. Benefits of juried membership at the Chaffee Art Center include: invitations to exhibit artwork in the Annual Member Exhibits in the Summer and Winter, as well as other exhibition opportunities throughout the year, the opportunity to sell items in the Chaffee Gift Shop, advance notice of exhibit openings, special events, classes, and workshops, Chaffee Art Center newsletters, listing on the Chaffee Art Center website
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Artist call 802-775-0356 or email Jessica@chaffeeartcenter.org.
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VILAS, NH -The Vilas Middle School sponsors a fundraiser, “Magical Music Night”, to benefit the Daniel Metcalf Memorial Scholarship on Saturday, March 10th at 7:00 PM at the Fall Mountain High School Auditorium. The admission is by donation. Also there is a raffle for this cause. Raffle tickets are available now at the Vilas Middle School and from Vilas Middle School students and Vilas High School Alumni and at the benefit. There are many great prizes that have been donated by area businesses and friends. During intermission there will be refreshments by donation. The winners of the raffle will be drawn after intermission on Saturday night. Entertainment will include the Lon-Jons, Jandee Porter, Vilas Middle School Band, Mike & Lillie LeBlanc, Ajlan LaRock, The Firehouse Six Dixieland Band, Vilas Middle School Chorus, Karen Bays & Charlie Brady, Mike Blake, Anna Bellows, Sara, Clara, Colleen & Josie, Courtney Prentiss, Members of FM Jazz Band, and Members of FM Madrigals. Come enjoy a fun night of music!
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Mozart and the Whale
WALLINGFORD, VT -Maple Leaf Clinic is proud to sponsor the video presentation Mozart and the Whale, inspired by true events, with discussion led by Dean J.M. Mooney, Ph.D., N.C.S.P. at the Wallingford Elementary School on Thursday March 8 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Free. A heartwarming romantic drama inspired by the true story of two people with Asperger’s Syndrome. For friendly taxi-driver Donald (Josh Hartnett), patterns and routines are of the utmost importance. In addition to his love for birds and his uncanny ability to process num-
March Workshops at The VAULT
SPRINGFIELD – Winter is back, and before cabin fever sets in why not try something new and creative at Gallery at the VAULT! Coming up this Saturday, March 10 is Paste Papers with Diane Kemble from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Paste paper, an age-old method of mixing paste and pigment, layering it, and then using tools to scrape, scratch and draw through the layers, not only renders beautiful results on paper but also opens the artist to new creative experiences. Students will experiment with color, texture, and pattern by spreading colored paste mixtures on paper and using everyday objects to create designs. Use your beautiful and unique papers for cards, collage, wrapping, or bookmaking. Workshop fee $15 members/$20 Non-members. All materials provided. For more information check the website at www.galleryvault.org. or call 802-885-7111. Gallery at the VAULT features the work of over 165 local and regional artists and artisans. Visit the gallery, get inspired. Located
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AWD, 4-CYL., AT, HEATED SEATS, FOG LIGHTS, LEATHER, STK#P0431 WAS $20,990
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AWD, 4-CYL., 13,806 MILES, CRUISE, AC, STK#P0427 WAS $21,990
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AWD, 4-CYL., 17,296 MILES, STK#P0429 WAS $21,990
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AWD, 4-CYL., 5-SPD, AC, ROOF RACK, STK#1657XA WAS $15,990
AWD, AT, 4-CYL., 14,432 MILES, POWER MOON ROOF STK#P0449 WAS $24,000 ,
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AWD, 4-CYL., AC, 21,900 MILES, STK#P0490 WAS $25,990
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AWD, AT, 4-CYL., 59,808 MILES, STK#2071A WAS $20,990
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AWD, AT, 4-CYL., 35,827 MILES, KEYLESS ENTRY, STK#2103A WAS $20,990
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AWD, AT, 4-CYL., 53,720 MILES, HEATED DOOR MIRRORS, STK#2109XA WAS $20,990
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Consumers Cautioned to Be Wary of Door-to-Door Meat Trucks
MONTPELIER, VT -In response to several reports of unscrupulous practices, the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets (VAAFM) is strongly cautioning consumers to be wary of door-to-door meat sellers. VAAFM is working closely with the police to investigate this issue. Although there are several legitimate door-to-door meat sales companies licensed in Vermont, some companies are selling meat without adhering to the appropriate requirements and without proper licensure. There have been reports of sellers arriving unannounced at Vermont residences, using highpressure tactics to sell meat of questionable origin to homeowners. Similar “Meat Truck Scams” have been reported across the nation, from Washington State to Pennsylvania. Consumers claim they were sold over-priced, poor quality meat. VAAFM strongly encourages Vermonters to use the utmost caution when considering purchasing meat from a door-todoor meat truck. Consumers should trust their instincts and follow these tips to avoid being scammed: •Ask to see the company’s Retail Meat License: VAAFM requires vendors who sell in Vermont to be properly licensed and to carry the license with them. The license must be issued by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets in order for the seller to be eligible to sell in Vermont. If you have a question, contact VAAFM to determine the license status of a vendor. •Ask to see literature from the company (brochure, business card, etc. for review): Reputable companies will have a local sales office, often with a published pricing list. It is important to get the company’s name, place of origin, address, phone number, salesperson’s full name, and product return policy – prior to making a purchasing decision. -•Read the label on the package, and check the product inspection information: Inspection of the meat by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) or by the State of Vermont is mandatory, and an establishment’s inspection number must be provided on the label, along with the species, cut of meat, Net weight, ingredients statement, and safe handling instructions. If you are being asked to buy meat in bulk, lacking sufficient labeling, you cannot be sure the meat has been properly inspected as required. •Understand the cuts of meat you are buying: Know which cuts of meat you are buying and check the label for proper identification. •Always check to see that the products have been transported in a refrigerated vehicle: Never buy products that have been stored in the vehicle’s trunk, in an unrefrigerated vehicle, or in any kind of ordinary cooler or freezer that is unplugged. The product may be unsafe because bacteria and pathogens can multiply rapidly during times of elevated temperatures. Frozen food should be stored at 0°F and fresh foods should be stored at 40°F or below at all times to prevent bacterial growth and spoilage
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March 7, 2012 9B
•Know the price per pound: In Vermont, meat retailers are required to sell meat by the pound; therefore, be informed of the price per pound of the product in question. If price per pound is not disclosed, do not purchase the product. Consumers with doubts about the safety of meat they’ve purchased are encouraged to avoid any risk and refrain from consuming it. To report a concern regarding unlicensed door-todoor meat sales, please contact your local police department, or VAAFM’s Meat Inspection Department at 802-828-2426. Consumers are encouraged to note details which might assist identifying the questionable individual, such as physical description, vehicle description, and license plate number.
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Plymouth Impeccably finished, fully furnished, 7,000+ SF Adirondack nestled within the 4-season Hawk Resort. Magnificent! $2,400,000
Weathersfield 3BR country cape on 78 acres. 3-season porch. Inground heated pool. Several barns & sugar house. Ascutney views! $895,000
Mount Holly Extensively renovated Colonial with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. Privately sited on 5+ acres with views. Close to Okemo! $835,000
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Ludlow Furnished 4BR/4BA Okemo Village townhouse. Updated kitchen & carpeting. Best price on Okemo for 4 bedrooms! Walk to slope! $329,000
Ludlow Furnished 4BR village home on Jewel Brook. Private backyard. Expansive 4-bay garage for ALL your toys. Direct VAST access. $329,000
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Okemo Office 57 Pond St. Suite 3 Ludlow, Vermont 802.228.4537
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CHOOSE FROM ONE OF THE LARGEST USED CAR INVENTORIES IN THE AREA!
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SLT Package, 6.0 Liter V8, Leather Interior, One Owner, Only 35,000 miles
FULL SIZE SUV’S
SLE Trim, Fully Loaded, Only 23,000 miles
2011 GMC YUKON XL
2010 GMC HD 2500 CREW CAB
CREW CABS
DUMP TRUCKS
Dump Body, Power Stroke Diesel, 4x4, Auto, Extra Clean
2005 FORD F-550
2011 CHEVROLET 12,000 miles LT TAHOE Leather Seats, Loaded, Only
SALE PRICE $36,995 SALE PRICE $29,995
Heated Seats, Sunroof, Navigation, Rear Entertainment, One Owner
SALE PRICE $33,995
JUST ARRIVED 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 4DR CREW SALE PRICE $24,995
5.3 Liter V8, Fully Loaded, One Owner
SALE PRICE $27,995
2002 GMC 3500 4X4 DUMP BODY
6.0L V8 Auto, 9 FT Fisher Plow, Only 55,000 miles
2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN LTZ PACKAGE
2007 GMC YUKON XL DENALLI
Fully Loaded, One Owner, Only 51,000 miles
Duramax Diesel, Heated Leather Seats, Single Rear Wheels, One Owner
2005 CHEVROLET 3500 4X4 4DR CREW CAB LTZ
EXTENDED CABS
2009 CHEVROLET 1500 EXTENDED CAB
SALE PRICE $15,995
SALE PRICE $29,995
SALE PRICE $18,995
2010 SUBARU FORESTER AWD, Premiere Edition, One Owner, Extra Clean SALE PRICE $19,995
2005 SUBARU IMPREZA SEDAN
SUBARUS
5 Speed, Fully Loaded
2005 CHEVROLET 1500 Z71 4 DR CREW CAB
4x4, 5.3L, V8, Auto, Fully Loaded, Extra Clean
SALE PRICE $24,995
2007 CHEVROLET 1500 EXTENDED CAB
LT Package, 5.3L, V8,4x4, Auto, Only 49,000 miles, One Owner
LT Package, One Owner, Fully Loaded, Only 30,000 miles
SALE PRICE $14,995
Duramax Diesel, Leather Interior, Fully Loaded
2005 CHEVROLET HD 2500 CREW CAB
SALE PRICE $20,495
2006 CHEVROLET COLORADO EXTENDED CAB
Ice Shanties Must Be Removed from Ice
REGION -Vermont state law requires that ice fishing shanties must be removed from the ice before the ice becomes unsafe or ice loses its ability to support the shanty out of the water, or before the last Sunday in March (the 25th this year), whichever comes first. The same Vermont law requiring the name and address of the owner to be on the ice shanty. The fine for leaving your ice fishing shanty on the ice can be up to $1,000, and shanties may not be left at state fishing access areas.
SALE PRICE $7,995
SR5 Package, V8, Auto, Loaded, Extra Clean
SALE PRICE $23,995 2004 TOYOTA TUNDRA 4DR SALE PRICE $13,995
SALE PRICE $11,995
2005 CHEVROLET HD 2500 EXTENDED CAB
4x4, Auto, Fully Loaded, One Owner
4x4, 5 Speed, Air, Tilt Wheel, Cruise
2001 SUBARU LEGACY STATION WAGON All Wheel Drive
SALE PRICE $2,995
2011 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE AWD
SMALL SUV’S/ CROSSOVERS/ VAN’S
SALE PRICE $26,995
LT Trim, Only 11,000 miles
ONLY 33,000 MILES 2004 CHEVROLET 1500 LT 4X4
5.3L, V8, Loaded, One Owner, 112,000 miles
REGULAR CABS
2009 TOYOTA TACOMA 4X4
SALE PRICE $15,995
V8, Auto, 8Ft Aluminum Body, Extra Clean 4x4, 4 Cyl., 5 Speed, Air
REDUCED $7,995
4x4, Loaded
2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY
SALE PRICE $18,995
Sunroof, Loaded, One Owner, 75,000 miles
2004 GMC 1500 EXTENDED CAB
2003 CHEVROLET 1500 EXTENDED CAB
SALE PRICE $8,995 JUST ARRIVED 2003 FORD F150 2 Wheel Drive, 5 Spd, 6 Cyl., AC, Clean! SALE PRICE $3,995
4x4, V8, Auto, Air, Tilt Wheel
Stow + Go Seats, Loaded
2008 FORD F350
JUST ARRIVED
4x4, Auto, Air, Tilt, Cruise, 5 Cyl., Only 68,000 miles
2006 CHEVROLET COLORADO REG CAB
2006 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT AWD
SALE PRICE $12,995
2005 CHEVROLET UPLANDER AWD PASSENGER VAN Loaded, Only 71,000 miles
2002 CHEVROLET C-2500 EXTENDED CAB
SALE PRICE $12,995
SALE PRICE $3,995
1995 GMC 1500 4X4 EXTENDED CAB
V8, Auto, 7 1/2 FT Minute Mount Fisher Plow
Utility Body, One Owner, 113,000 miles
2006 GMC 1500 4X4
SALE PRICE $10,995
8 Ft Bed, V6, 5 Speed, One Owner, Only 72,000 miles
SALE PRICE $9,995
2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
EXT with Sunroof, 6 Cyl., Auto, Loaded
SALE PRICE $5,995
OVER 2000
BROKEN-IN TIRES
MANY SETS OF 4
2005 CHEVROLET 2500 HD
8 FT Bed, 6.0 L V-8, Auto, Fully Loaded, One Owner
SALE PRICE $9,995
SALE PRICE $8,995
Short Box, 4x4, 5.3L V8, Auto, Air, Tilt, Cruise, 7 1/2 M.M. Fisher Plow
2004 CHEVROLET 1500
SALE PRICE $12,995
SALE PRICE $6,995 SALE PRICE $8,995
SLE Package, Fully Loaded
2004 GMC ENVOY 6 Cyl., Auto, Loaded, Clean!
2005 GMC ENVOY
2004 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4
SALE PRICE $11,995
2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
Hard Top, 6 Cyl., 5 Speed, Clean 4 DR, Auto, Only 85,000 miles
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Main Street, Ludlow, Vermont 228-4000 Toll Free 877-228-6127
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T h e A r e a’s L e a d i n g R e a l E s tat e S o u r c e S i n c e 1 9 5 8
aS unique aS okemo
Okemo. Top quality ski home in a prestigious Okemo neighborhood. Spacious open layout, great room, gourmet kitchen, 2 fireplaces and 2-car garage. 3 BR, 3 BA (713.M)
eaSy acceSS To SkiinG
Ludlow. Affordable, private and roomy village home with character. Large, eat-in kitchen with wood stove, enclosed seasonal porch and a garage. 4 BR, 2 BA (1184.V)
Grand View Ski Home
Ludlow. 12± acres of mostly open land –great for snowmobiles! Very open layout with soaring stone fireplace in living room, and finished basement. 3 BR, 2 BA (672.C)
$599,000.
$245,000.
$495,000.
eye caTcHinG okemo ViewS
Ludlow. New construction; spacious contemporary colonial with lovely distant mountain views. Open layout and garage. 5.8± acres. 4 BR, 4.5 BA (1241.C)
a quieT SpoT aT Hawk
Plymouth. Private retreat with 2 add’l lots (3.9± acres). Features open layout, fireplace, decks, Jacuzzi, sauna, stone patio and Hawk amenities. 3 BR, 2.5 BA (1394.H)
colonial lake Home
Plymouth. Look out over Echo Lake or enjoy the 162± ft. of frontage. Meticulously landscaped, distinctive interior features & garage. 4 BR, 3.5 BA (546.L)
$398,000.
$349,900.
$590,000.
SopHiSTicaTed aT Sno Trak
Okemo. Spacious contemporary in a slopeside community, open floor plan & fireplace. Owned by a VT licensed real estate agent. 4 BR, 3 BA (505.M)
Ski clubS Take noTice
Ludlow. Features two large, open living areas each with brick fireplaces and walk-out basement. New deck and roof (2010±). New deck and roof (2010±). 2.7± Acres. 5 BR, 2 BA (1385.C)
capTure okemo ViewS
Ludlow. Sit on one of the two porches and watch the Okemo Torchlight Parade and fireworks! Charming living spaces, lots of recent upgrades, and a garage. 3 BR, 2 BA (1692.V)
$860,000.
$199,000.
$219,999.
counTry road Take me Home
Ludlow. Enjoy gourmet cooking? Elegant and spacious home with open layout, fab kitchen, private master suite, garage, lovely views. 10± acres . 3 BR, 3.5 BA (1677.C)
bird’S eye View
Ludlow. Full view of Okemo slopes from the open kitchen, dining, living and master suite. Custom home with built-ins, wood floors, sauna and more. 3+ BR, 3.5 BA (1712.C)
wall To wall comforT
Mt Holly. 10± acres. A stone fireplace warms the heart of the open concept main floor in this log home. Snowmobile trails adjacent! 4 BR, 3 BA (1735.CST)
$699,000.
$1,200,000.
$390,000.
JackSon Gore real eSTaTe
Convenient slopeside/ski base area living. Walk to all amenities including lifts, ski school, the pools, day care and restaurants. Fractional and whole ownership opportunities. Call your on-site resort specialists- 877-952-2576.
welcominG, wooded & priVaTe
Ludlow. Turn-key contemporary at Farm Ridge with plenty of room on 1± acres. Open layout, brick fireplace and decks. 3+ BR, 3 BA (1398.C)
lake reScue liVinG!
Ludlow. Right on the water with 87± ft of frontage, this lake house has a very open layout, vaulted ceilings, decks, fireplace and views. 3+ BR, 2 BA (1642.L)
$435,000.
$595,000.
802. 228. 8811
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