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May 30, 2012
Volume 12, Issue 21
CAES Memorial Day Ceremony
Howard Frank Mosher Find’s Himself A “Home” In Ludlow
By CINDY JOHNSON The Vermont Journal
CHESTER, VT –As the skies held back the rain last Friday, Chester Andover Elementary School held their Memorial Day Services. At 8:10 a.m. the children surrounded the flagpole as Jerry Stewart and Dick Farmer raised the flag. Mr. Farmer then gave a talk about the meaning of Memorial Day. The children sang and ended just as the skies cried for all of our fallen soldiers.
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best in Vermont where, as his wife found himself a lot of homes over says, they “understand” what he the years. Five years ago he trav- calls the “diseased imagination BY DONNA ALLEN eled cross the country in the ’87 of the writer”. Rejection notices The Vermont Journal Chevy he lovingly refers to as the and bad reviews get pinned to his “loser cruiser” visiting 100 cities backyard garage where Mosher and 100 independent bookstores fires shotgun shells through the to talk about his writing and his bad ink. “Never got the same satwriter’s life. Most recently he was isfaction shooting grouse,” he exat the Fletcher Memorial Library plains. The Ludlow library crowd in Ludlow on Saturday to share laughed--they got the joke as the stories of his travels. Patty Green- slide of Mosher aiming his gun at wood and Scott Stearns propri- the garage notices flashed across etors of The Book Nook, and The the screen. Audiences in other Friends Of The Fletcher Memorial states weren’t quite as attuned to Library sponsored the talk, with his “Vermont” humor, taking the Scott filmgesture not ing the event “I know that wherever I have gone and as the might yet go, each time I step inside an for LPC-TV. metaphor independent bookstore I return again to the Patty and world of books, which has been my truest it was inScott met home for more than sixty years.” tended. His Mosher at -Howard Frank Mosher, The Great Northern Express wife had a publishwarned ing event and when they total him him not to show that slide outside their store was in Ludlow he said, this state. “I haven’t been to Ludlow yet.” Mosher has written eleven books Though he was born in the all set in the Northeast Kingdom of Catskill Mountains of New York, Vermont. Director Jay Craven, who Mosher has lived in Vermont for also lives in the Northeast Kingmore than forty years--arriving dom, has made several of Mosher’s STU CURRY PHOTO DONNAALLEN PHOTOS The Green Mountain Union High School Graduating Class of 2009. Photo highlights on page 10. with his wife Phillis fresh out of books into films including Where college to seek teaching jobs in Or- the Rivers Flow North, A Stranger leans. He seems to get a kick out of In The Kingdom, and Disappearthe quirkiness of Vermont and Ver- ances. Northern Borders, Mr. BRHS Girls take Div.4 Championship for Third Year in a Row. monters. He tells the story of how, Mosher’s favorite of all his stories BY DONNA ALLEN Coach Luigi Valente said. “And Division 4 Marble as fresh-faced kids, he and Phillis and the most autobiographical, is Valley Vermont Journal what a ride it has been! 2009 is League Championship!drove over from the woods of New currently being filmed by director Both LUDLOW – “It has been noth- a three-peat season. The same op- titles for 2007, 2008, and 2009! York only to arrive in Orleans to Jay Craven and stars Bruce Dern. Photo By Donna allen Green Mountain Prom ing short of a magical ride these ponent (Rochester); the same seed The “Ladies” have a combined locals fist-fighting in the “I love Jay's earlier feature films find two CHESTER, VT –Mardi Gras music was loud and and they did a great job. Their class advisor,group (Ludlow #1 and Rochester #3) and and families gave After the Prom, the students past three years with this Chrismiddle of the main street. When he of my novels,” says Mosher on of girls. “This group of players clear through the night as Green Mountain held their tine Simmons, is very proud of these students for all the same outcome as 2008 (score wonderful theThe last division 4up to ask the two “gentle- his website. “He always comes up endless compliments on how three years. prom pulled 2012 Prom at Epic on Okemo Mountain. of their efforts. certainly has accomplished some- 8-2 Ludlow). “That theso ironic.” game lost was theArlington on directions, they obliged with a great screen play, a superb turned out, from is elegant room and music to to men” for thing so special that one theme for delicious are the “Ladies” the May 4, 2007 at Arlington (14-1). Not only food made by parents. The photographer, The Class Officers were Jessica Hutchins, PresiThe Jr. Class voted on the Mardi Gras needs to by unceremoniously hopping into cast and crew, and exactly the right step back and take a clear look See MAGICAL dent; Katie McNally, Vice President; Leslie Rogers, Prom 2012. They avoided the bright colors and went 2009 Cobb, did 4 fantastic job and the Junior Class TRIP Pg. 9 to show the way. After a personal vision to transform my Jim Division a champions, his car Photo Highlights Pg. 11 Secretary & Ryan Williams, Treasurer. Our Class with more richer at what greens, and happened,” but theyto also hold thank him and Ruth (his candid plumb, exactly has gold for the wants personally the 2009 round-about tour of town, with the fiction to the big screen.” Craven’s Officers worked very hard to make the Prom aSHONA TRIMBOLI PHOTO com- colors and it worked out to be quite an elegant room. photographer) for making this night special. A great pair as guides, Mosher and his wife company, Kingdom County Proplete The 2009 State of Vermont Division 4 Champion Softball Prom King was Will Jones and Queen was DJ, Alan Mowry, who has done dances here for the success! The made it to the high school only to ductions, partnered with Marlboro Team: (front row who took time out after school Jessica Ralston. The runners up and part of Court middle school students, did an amazing job and had Other students - L to R) Captains Katie O’Neil, Kathleen “KitKat” watch By MARILYN LEDOUX Joan Nagle will be taking Nagle comes to Chester fromthrough the rearview mir- College, began filming in March Thompson and Zoe Tromboli. Second Row: Alyssa were: Kaitlynd to help (without hesitation) that needed to be com- Collins, Katie McNally and Jon Wilkins.The rest of over the positionbubbles. The students loved that.... laser lights and from current Springfield where she was two resumed their brawl in the Marlboro College area. For ror as the Vermont Journal Palmer, Samantha Norton, Shandi Caffery-LeClair, the Harrison, pleted were, Jessica Hutchins, Leslie Rogers, Ol- MollyCourt were as follows: Olivia Bartlett, Megan principalcouplesKraft oninto the night and hadof won- Park as they headed-off down the road. an update on the movie see www. The Penny danced July 1. Principal a the CHESTER – The Chester/ Street and Amanda Chambers. Third row: Destiny Cucullo, Tina Valente, ivia Bartlett, Sara Muguira, Ryan Williams, and Blake, Ann Marie Toussaint, Leslie Rogers, Ryan Kraft will become the Assistant School for the last nineBut, the Moshers stayed! derful time. Andover Elementary school years. howardfrankmosher.com/movies/ Courtney Rohrig, Hannah Josselyn, Angelina Valente, Sarah JonHawkins andbecame Billings. Fourth Row: Head Coach, Luigi Calvin Stowell, Jessica Hutchins and Sara Superintendent… TheAddison/ Wilkins. It Ashley an assembly line of putting Williams, All in All of the 2012 Mardi Gras Prom was a board appointed a new principal Maybe he likes giving his talks northernBorders.html. things together such as centerpieces and table favors Muguria. huge success! at their meeting Monday night. Rutland Supervisory Union. Valente, Assistant coaches Bud Trimboli, Ryan Kelley, Jeff Billings,
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June 24, 2009 LUDLOW, VT -Mr. Mosher has
Howard Mosher reads to his crowd.
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What a Magical Trip This Has Been!
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Vermont Journal
David T. Sabo Farmer’s Market Opens In Ludlow By MARILY LEDOUX The Vermont Journal Successfully LUDLOW - The 2012 Farmers Market opened in Ludlow on Route 103 last Friday with 29 venders selling Vermont made products. Vendors braved the Completes Training promised rain to bring customers fresh, wholesome foods at reasonable prices.
Among the items for sale were bedding plants, garden tools, baked goods, jams and jellies, Maple Syrup, cheese and breads and biscuits. Music drifted through the air as Gus Bloch played everyone’s favorites. People had a chance to taste many of the dishes for sale before they made a purchase and everyone enjoyed sampling the products and the friendly atmosphere. The parking lot was filled with cars from New Hampshire and Vermont with visitors from Connecticut, New York and Massachusetts. This was the beginning of a wonderful summer of fresh local vegetables, canned goods, and local baked goods. The Ludlow Farmers Market will be open every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Okemo Mountain School on Route 103 just south of Ludlow Village. See you there!
BRAM Prepares Brick Walkway to New Elevator Wing
Tasting at the Ludlow Farmers Market
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Even Museum Signs Need to be Repaired
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CAVENDISH, VT -David T. Sabo, Navy Seaman ETN 3 (Electronic Technician Nuclear) has successfully completed all training requirements and graduated March 30, 2012 from the Naval Nuclear Power School, Charleston South Carolina. The qualifications are demanding but for a select few. At the graduation, the smartest of the smart made this demanding selection. The graduation is a formal military ceremony, which honors all the Sailors vigorous hard work and dedication to a new way of life and long-held naval traditions and customs. The 12-month Nuclear Power School is a comprehensive understanding of a pressurized-water naval nuclear power plant. This vigorous training program transforms civilians into Sailors, teaching the Naval Core Values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. The training is challenging physically and mentally for both the individual and the participating division. Upon completion of the curriculum, the Sailor has earned the right to wear the Uniform known around the world as Defender of Freedom. David, a resident of Cavendish Vermont, is a 2009 graduate of Green Mountain Union High School in Chester Vermont. American Legion Post #4 sponsored David for 2008 Boys State, which is a course in Law Enforcement Americanism at the Vermont Police Academy for high schoolers. At his High School 2009 graduation ceremony, David stated his goal: Navy Nuclear Engineer. He attained his goal. Seaman David T. Sabo, ET 3, completed both “A” School and “Power School at the Nuclear Field Apprentice School in South Carolina. He is presently awaiting his assignment to Nuclear Prototype School.
LUDLOW, VT -Now that Black River Academy Museum (BRAM) has installed a working elevator in its new elevator wing, it has decided that it needs a good brick walkway to the elevator wing so that everyone may have easy access to its three floors of historic exhibits and programs. Picture above are Ralph Halloway and his assistant as they lay some of the brick work for the new walkway. One of the key aspects of the walkway will be the inclusion of special memorial bricks purchased by donors in memory of a loved one. Additional information on the purchase of these memorial bricks with engraved names is available by calling BRAM at 802-228-5050 or visiting its web site at www.bramvt.org.
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While normally most of the contents of a museum are valued for their age, some of the important attributes of a museum still need periodic repairs. Such was the case of the sign on High Street in Ludlow that identified Black River Academy Museum (BRAM). After braving many of Vermont's harsh winters, the sign guiding visitors to BRAM fell victim to the weather. Fortunately, in the hands of two very able craftsmen, the sign was repaired and rehung so that the museum's structure was clearly identified by the newlyrefurbished sign. Pictured above are, left to right, Jim Alic, chief architect of the sign's renovation, and David Hoeh, who reattached the sign so that it may withstand the forces of nature for another several decades. Repair to the sign was a good omen as BRAM prepares to open for a new season on June 2.
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LUDLOW, VT -On May 17 the ladies of the Ludlow Garden Club donned their green aprons and cleaned up at the Black River Museum. They raked, weeded, trimmed, mulched and left the museum ready for the summer season. They next turned to the mini park at Depot St. on May 21. Again, they cleaned up for the season ahead and left the park as an attractive oasis. Throughout the summer the ladies can be seen watering and pruning. Their next event will be the Annual Plant Sale at the mini park. It is the Garden Club’s big fund raiser of the year. The sale will take place on Saturday, June 2 form 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Prior to the sale the Garden Club members divide plants from their gardens and start seedlings. Everything is done weeks ahead in preparation for the plant sale. All the plants are locally grown and can survive in this planting zone. In addition they will have vegetables and house plants for sale. The prices are very favorable and the community has come to know that this is an excellent place to find good quality plants at very reasonable prices.
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May, 2012 Chamber Corner
By CEO Marji Graf REGION -We’re off to a great Summer season in the Okemo Valley. We had two exciting programs in May from the opening of the Vermont Institute of Contemporary Arts (VTICA) in Chester, to our Home,
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Energy and Business Expo in Ludlow. Our Summer/Fall Okemo Valley Regional Guidebook features: 2012 Regional Events Calendar; 2012 Regional Music Calendar; Farmers Markets; Scenic Route 100 Byway; Our Towns; Hops to it! Ludlow Event; Weston Playhouse editorial, Weston Events; Sweet Earth Farm, Mount Holly editorial; Chester Fall Festival, Chester event; Winter activity cross sell; Lovin Ludlow Winter Carnival, Ludlow event I want to thank Lisa Curry Mair of Canvasworks Floorcloths for donating our cover picture for the guidebook and map. Read about Lisa on Page 4 of our guidebook and be sure to stop by her showroom in Weathersfield. I would also like to thank Kasia Karazim of Green Mountain Marketing & Advertising for producing our Guidebook. Please view our website for upcoming events beginning with Open Studio Weekend May 26 & 27. Don’t forget to support your local chamber businesses. We have an exciting line up of marketing opportunities beginning with our Chamber hosting the American Bus Association tour operators on 6/3. This gives us a great opportunity to talk about our region and what our seven towns have to offer! On 7/27 we’re hosting our first Chamber to Chamber exchange program beginning with the Windsor, Connecticut Chamber. Our golf tournament is scheduled on 9/12 and is open to the public. Call Mary Knight at Knight Tubs 802-228-2260 to reserve your spot.. 9/20 & 9/21 the Okemo Valley will be in the Vermont Building at the Big E (Eastern States Exposition) in Springfield, Massachusetts. (last year we were telling people that yes, we were open for business after Storm Irene). Our next Travel with the Chamber program is 11/6-13 to the National Parks. Open to the public. Call the Chamber office for a flyer or look online www.yourplaceinvermont. com for more information. Learn about this trip at our next Chamber mixer on June 13 at the Weston Playhouse from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Congratulations to the following companies celebrating their 20 years in business: Crown Point Builders; Clover Knoll Crafters & Cooks Cupboard;and Clear Lake Furniture.
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By Donna Allen The Vermont Journal
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BRAM Prepares For 2012 Opening with Historic Walk
LUDLOW, VT -Black River Academy Museum (BRAM) is getting set for the opening of its grand new 2012 season on Saturday, June 2 with its 4th "Ludlow Walk for Local History" to be followed by the reopening of the museum and the long anticipated ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the official opening of the museum's new elevator. According to BRAM Director, Georgia Brehm, "This is a very historic occasion for the museum. We will be celebrating the long-awaited opening of the elevator to service all floors of the museum that will allow everyone full access to all our many exhibits and programs." To begin the day, walkers are invited to register and check-in for the walk between 10 and 10:30 am at the museum. The walk will begin at 10:30 a.m. Pictured above are some of the walkers in last year’s walk. This year, walkers will have the option of taking a 2 or 3 mile walk through Ludlow Village. The walks will start and end at BRAM. Sharon Combes-Farr, coordinator for the walk, said, "We invite walkers of all levels to participate in a 5K Fun Walk through Ludlow, Vermont. Entertainment and refreshments will be provided after the walk. Immediately following the walk event, we will host the museum's grand re-opening and elevator ribbon cutting." She noted that the fee for the walk includes a T-shirt to the first 100 people who register, museum entry,
On Thursday May 24, 2012 Duncan McDougall, the Executive Director of the Children’s Literacy Foundation, (CLiF), visited the Ludlow Elementary Preschool Program. Duncan sang a couple songs with the children and then read two books… including one of our all-time favor-
ites, “Brown Bear Brown Bear What do you see?” by Eric Carle. After story time with Duncan, the children were given the opportunity to choose 2 books each, donated from the CLif Foundation. We are a truly fortunate program…what a wonderful gift! The Preschool would like to ex-
tend a VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO LINDSAY GRATTAN! Lindsay is the Youth Librarian of Fletcher Memorial Library and responsible for arranging the CLif visit! Thank you Lindsay…you’re the best!
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beverages, and snacks. The fee is $20 for adults and $10 for students and seniors (65 plus). Following the walk, at 12 Noon, the museum will re-open with the ribbon cutting ceremony for the elevator in the new building wing to follow. For information, call 802228-5050 or check BRAM's web site at www.bramvt.org.
CHESTER, VT - Something big is about to happen in Chester! For the last 10 years - with a LOT of help - Pat Budnick has been working to make the Music in the Meadow a really big event. This year is really exciting. It is a Really Big Show! At the planning meeting last week (yes, Pat does have a real committee of local friends) Brian Waldo announced that radio station WWOD Classic Oldies 104.3 & 96.3 will not only be giving us free daily advertising, but they will be here from 12 - 2 p.m. on June 23, broadcasting live from the meadow. You will also hear the promotional messages on The WOLF Country 107.1 & 95.3. This year's concert is made up of Vermont musicians donating their time and talent making another part of this dream complete. As many of you know, this event has been Pat’s baby and is held each year in honor of her friend Joyce Francis Murphy who died way too soon. The Race for the Cure has been the beneficiary since it inception.
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If you can, please come to the concert on JUNE 23 & 24. There will be not only great music but lots of food for purchase by the Country Store of Ludlow, (Ribs, Pulled Pork, etc), Amy Turco from Papa John's Sugar Shack,(Maple Cotton Candy), Steven Shell's food trailer,(Burgers, Dogs, French Fries) and homemade ice cream from the Walpole Creamery. Also available is fried dough, popcorn, & snow cones. Green Mtn. Classic Cars & the NE Dukes will display their cars. The list goes on, but you get the idea and that's just Saturday. Sunday we have music, brunch and the drawing for the $1200 quilt, 100 Gals of heating oil and a beautiful wall hanging quilt. All donated. Music in the Meadow has moved to June because the July date conflicted with so many other events. If you can't come we will gladly accept a donation. Please make checks payable to: Komen Race for the Cure. Send to Pat Budnick, 936 Rte 11 West, Chester, VT 05143. Save the Date: June 23/24, 2012!
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Vermont Student Efforts in Community Rewarded
PITTSFIELD, MA - Berkshire Bank announced today that it has selected 18 high school seniors to receive a total of $36,000 in scholarships through its Berkshire Bank Foundation Scholarship Awards Program. Each of the recipients will receive $2,000. A total of 93 employee volunteers reviewed more than 170 applications to select the winners. The winners all live in the regions served by Berkshire Bank, including eastern and central New York, western Massachusetts and southern Vermont. The Vermont recipients were all surprised with their scholarship awards earlier today by bank employees at their respective High Schools. In an effort to notify students in an exciting way, Berkshire Bank arranged with the guidance offices at their high schools to call them from class and surprise them with their award to recognize their achievements. The three Vermont recipients are: Karla Burns – Burr & Burton Academy, Eileen Valente-Fish – Rutland High School and Alyssa Collins – Black River Union High School The scholarship awards recognize students that have exemplified community service through their volunteer efforts and have been successful academically. The program highlights the Foundation’s support for education and the bank’s commitment to promote volunteerism in the community. Foundation Executive Director Peter J. Lafayette said, “We are pleased to recognize these outstanding high school seniors with our 2012 Berkshire Bank Foundation Scholarship Awards. These students embody our values as a company and share in our commitment to making our communities a better place to live, work, and play. With the rising costs of a college education, we know these funds are needed and will help these students realize their dream of a college education.” Just as these scholarship recipients play an active role in their commu-
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EDITORIAL
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A Food Shortage Is Coming – Plan Ahead Now
A few months ago, I wrote about the problem our nations beekeepers were having, both the back yard variety and the big commercial bee farms. It seems that the bees were buzzing around one day and dead in their hives the next. Beekeepers have noticed a decline in their colonies for several years, with some commercial beekeepers losing as much as 90 percent of their bee population each year. While most people run from bees, they are an essential part of our ecosystem. The fuzzy little workers pollinate over 90 different crops and without their help, the crops plants, bushes and trees will not bear fruit or vegetables. The big commercial farms hire beekeepers to bring their hives to the farm. The bees are unpacked and the hives set up. Once the hives are opened, the bees go out and work. After several weeks, the beekeeper comes again, packs up his bees and moves on to the next crop. Beekeepers have been opening the hives to see how the little workers are doing and finding very few bees. Some of the few in the hive were already dead, some never returned to the hive. They died, full of honey, on route. Named Colony Collapse Disorder, the honeybee has been dying since 2003 at an alarming rate, and if the decline is not reversed, and the honeybee is allowed to become extinct, commercial farming will completely collapse. Some of the crops most affected would be summer squash, cucumbers, melons, tomatoes and all berries. There have been many theories about what was happening to the bees. No one really knew, and millions of bees died. But now, I am happy to report, the mystery has been solved. A whistleblower leaked a memo from secret files at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). For years while the nation stumbled over theory after theory, the EPA knew all along what the problem was. The problem was the “highly toxic” pesticide know as Clothianidin. Here is a direct quote of what the EPA’s own internal memo said: "Clothianidin's major risk concern is to non-target insects (that is, honey bees). Clothianidin is a neonicotinoid insecticide that is both persistent and systemic. Acute toxicity studies to honey bees show that clothianidin is highly toxic on both a contact and an oral basis. ... Information from standard tests and field studies ... suggest the potential for long-term risk to honey bees and other beneficial insects." The EPA approved the pesticide despite warnings from the nations best and brightest scientists, it is still in use today. The pesticide has been found in U.S. soils in low levels up to 24 months after the treated seed was planted. This is the same insecticide, or pesticide already banned across much of Europe, including France, Italy, Germany, the UK and Slovenia. Wake Up America! What is the matter with our officials? Don’t they see the “writing on the wall?” Prices on food are rising, jobs and the economy are falling, and people will need food to survive. What are we going to do? My suggestion is to make your voice heard. We have very few freedoms left, but you can still use the telephone. Call your federal representatives and make sure they are aware of what is going on. They might not listen next year, BUT November is coming and they will listen this year, because they want to be sure they are still in office next year. ~BM~
Guest Editorial
Musings on The Passing Scene
As I was wondering what my subject should be this week, one came up that must not be ignored - although many are trying. Did you know that 43 Catholic organizations were suing the U.S. government over the mandate that their insurance must cover procedures and medications which are contrary to the core beliefs of the Catholic faith? Not if you watched the three letter networks. The next news cycle after the filing of the lawsuit, the nightly news managed the following coverage: - ABC World News – ZERO seconds of coverage. But, that night there was time for a full report on sleep apnea and Katie Couric discussing how she met Queen Elizabeth; how she wore a peach coat and "a lovely peach hat." - NBC Nightly News – ZERO seconds of coverage. But that night there was time to squeeze in a story on a new computer app that shows America's eating habits, "graphic evidence" of how we eat badly late at night. - CBS Evening News – a brief 19 seconds of coverage on the evening the
lawsuit became public. ZERO coverage the next night. But there was time in the broadcast for a Cincinnati Reds baseball fan lucky enough to catch two home runs in left field. This goes beyond pathetic. The current administration is obviously not happy about the suit and has tried to spin the objections to that provision into a "war on contraception" which it is not. The Catholic church has not suggested that women be prevented from using contraceptives. They have only maintained they should not be forced to provide them. I should state here that I am not a Catholic, evangelical Christian, or member of any organization having related beliefs. I am, however, an ardent supporter of the Constitution. Suppose for a moment that a Jewish Community Center were providing a huge, free, "feed the poor" meal. This same infringement on religious rights could be used to order them to provide pork chops for non-Jews who wanted them. Think about it. The Mountain Curmudgeon
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor, My husband and I hosted a large pre-prom party. Every one of the kids attending was well behaved and looked great in their formal wear. The kids looked out for one another and helped each other, whether it was with the complexities of pinning on a boutonniere or with the drivers transporting the "not yet" drivers. This type of great behavior by our students did not surprise me as I have To the Editor: When you think back to your youth, was there a mentor who helped you along during tough times-a coach, a teacher, neighbor or other adult friend? There are many youth in our community who could use such a caring, trusted person in their lives. Have YOU ever thought about being such a mentor to a young person? There are many children in your community, just waiting to share your interests and hobbies. Do you love the outdoors, hiking, fishing, woodworking, bowling or repairing things? Do you enjoy music, crafts, cooking, sewing, board games, reading or going to museums? You can make a HUGE
been seeing it for years in Bellows Falls, whether it is on the playing fields, the school stage, at sleep overs, on the ski slopes or downtown in the Square. There is a strong sense of camaraderie among these kids, I don't know whether a bigger, or more exclusive, school enjoys what we have going for us at BFUHS. The hundred or so people at the photo session in our lower field consisted of students, their proud
parents, little cousins, one very proud grandmother (and former town clerk), sisters home from college, neighbors ... In hosting the party my husband and I lost not one thing, instead we gained a greater appreciation for the strong family and community support for the area's teenagers. Proud member of the Bellows Falls Union High School Board Laurie Rowell, Saxtons River and the need for mentors is ongoing for either our PALS program (Partners Always Lend Support), or our Springfield school-based program, LDL (Let’s Do Lunch). If becoming a partner is not something you can do, perhaps you can think of relatives, colleagues or friends who would be interested. Please visit our website, WCPartners.org or call us at 802-674-5101 for more information, or to discover other ways you could support this worthy organization. Thank you! Megan Culp Senior Partner and Board Member, Windsor County Partners White River Junction I also thank the Legislature and other partners that worked hard to bring embezzlement prevention tools to fruition. I am grateful for the many joint efforts of collaboration to improve Vermont (government) performance. I appreciate everything very much. I expect to finish out my term and begin a new job in January, and continue to serve Vermont with great honor. Sincerely, Tom Salmon, CPA, CFE St. Johnsbury, VT
difference in the life of a child simply by sharing about 2 hours a week doing something you already enjoy doing! Research shows that children who have a mentor in their lives are more successful in their personal lives and perform better academically, stay in school and stay away from harmful addictive substances. Windsor County Partners Mentors for Youth has been custom matching Junior and Senior Partners for 38 years and hundreds of youths have benefitted from these supportive relationships. However, the need for mentors has not waned and our typical waiting list is 20-25 kids, ages 8-14. Kids are referred by guidance counselors, parents or others I will land in federal service in the IG or CFO communities as my passion continues to be improving government performance and better federal-state-local intergovernmental collaboration. I have an offer from a CPA firm as well. I want to thank those I have worked with and the people of Vermont who elected me. It has been an honor to serve you with the talented staff at the auditor’s office. Because of them, our office has been able to transform to a high quality performance audit office, adding value to the state.
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Salmon Grateful for Service to State; Not Running for Re-election Dear Editor, I have decided not to run for the office of state auditor this November. I have achieved the goal set when I took office in January 2007 to transform the Vermont State Auditor’s Office into a first-rate performance auditing shop. It is time for me to move on to new challenges. I have a number of options presented to me, and some still out there, in God's hands. It is most likely
Voluntary Mergers a Move in the Right Direction
This spring saw a number of positive developments in the area of school district governance. The changes illustrate how the system established in Act 153 by the Legislature to encourage districts to study the possible benefits of collaborative activities is intended to work. The first Regional Education District (RED) was created when voters in the school districts of Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru and Weston each voted to merge their districts with the Flood Brook Union District to form the Mountain Towns RED. The RED received approval of its request to the State Board of Education to move from the Windsor Southwest Supervisory Union to the Bennington-Rutland Supervisory Union. The departure of the Mountain Towns RED from Windsor Southwest increased the feasibility of the consolidation of the Windsor Southwest Supervisory Union with the Rutland-Windsor Supervisory Union to form a single new supervisory union. Some have expressed concern that an element of coercion underlies the incentives for voluntary merger provided by the Legislature. A point that cannot be emphasized too strongly is that local units initiated these changes in all cases. The RED vote received overwhelming support in each of the four districts. The transfer of the RED from Windsor Southwest to Bennington-Rutland was proposed by the RED Study Committee and had the support of the superintendents and supervisory union boards in both supervisory unions. The initiative for the consolidation of Rutland-Windsor and Windsor Southwest originated with a study committee created by the supervisory unions themselves. The supervisory union boards, with the support of their superintendents, petitioned the State Board for permission to consolidate contingent on the successful creation of the RED and its move to Bennington-Rutland. Public support for the SU consolidation was demonstrated by advisory votes in two districts where the proposal received solid majorities. Appropriately, the primary consideration in the proposals was the educational experience of students. Each of the districts that formed the RED educated students in grades K-8 at Flood Brook Elementary and offered student/parental choice for grades 9 – 12. A preponderance of students chose Burr & Burton Academy, an independent high school. This combination of education provided by the districts in lower grades and high school choice is found in the districts of Bennington-Rutland, even to the extent that Burr & Burton is the most commonly chosen high school. Other districts in Windsor Southwest are members of Green Mountain Union District. The shift will allow improved curriculum development in both supervisory unions. Improved efficiency is secondary to the educational experience of students but can be a result of such changes. Given the pioneering nature of the activities, particularly the supervisory union consolidation, the Department of Education contracted with a con-
sultant with experience in accounting, school district financial reporting and best practices for supervisory unions. His analysis suggests that the total savings to the Mountain Towns RED, the consolidated supervisory union and the Bennington-Rutland Supervisory Union should exceed $700,000 per year. Finally, I would like to correct a widespread misconception. There is a belief that any time a group of districts establishes a RED Study Committee and a RED proposal is voted down, or the committee recommends against forming a RED, that the result should be labeled a failure. The Legislature extended an invitation to districts to engage in discussions with one another. Success or failure should be measured by the quality of the discussions. In virtually every case, participating districts came away with useful information. The House and Senate Education Committees spent weeks taking testimony on ideas that required enabling legislation. Governor Shumlin signed the result of their efforts, Act 156 of 2012, into law May 16. With the expanded set of opportunities, there is every reason to hope for continued improvements in students’ educational experiences created through increasing collaboration of all sorts among Vermont’s school districts and supervisory unions. Armando Vilaseca Commissioner of Education Vermont
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Okemo Valley Golf Club’s Men’s League Underway
LUDLOW, VT – The 2012 Men’s League at Okemo Valley Golf Club kicked off Tuesday, May 22, under gray skies and showers that didn’t dampen the spirits of golfers playing their first league round. Taking top honors for week one was M&M Excavating. Bill Bruno, Mike O’Neil, Jim Proctor and Chuck Sweetman combined forces to win 21 holes. Last year’s champs took second place. The Honey Dew Man team of Peter Girouard, Terry Thayne, Ken Guy and Johnny Esau combined to win 20.5 holes. The First Line Security squad grabbed the third spot, as Beau Murray, John Pick, John Taylor and Sonny Bragg combined to win 20.5 holes. Closest to the pin winners were Roger Danyew on the 4th hole and George West on the 8th hole. Weekly Results: 1st M&M Excavating score 21/ 15 points; 2nd Honey Dew Man score 20 ∏ / 13 points; 3rd First Line Security score 20 ∏ / 11 points; 4th Diamond Reality score 19/ 10 points; 5th ID3 Designs score 19/ 9 points; 6th Built Rite MFG. score 17/ 8 points; 7th Jackson Gore Inn score 17/ 7 points; 8th EVS Metal score 16 ∏ / 6 points; 9th Stryhas Builders score 15 ∏ / 5 points; 10th Green Mountain Appraisals score 15 ∏ / 4 points; 11th Ludlow Insurance score 15 ∏ / 3 points; 12th UBS Rutland score 15/ 2 points; For more information about Okemo Valley Golf Club, please call 802-228-1396 or visit okemo.com.
Sugarbush Resort Golf Club News
WARREN, VT -The Sugarbush Resort Golf Club will be hosting the New England PGA Junior Tour on June 2. Please come out and watch the premier junior golfers in New England play the beautiful and challenging Robert Trent Jones design. If you would like to help out as a volunteer for this event please call 802-583-6725 for more information. You might be seeing the next Keegan Bradley!! Our Thursday evening Ladies clinics began on May 24. Please come out and improve your game with PGA Professionals RJ Austin and RJ Ziats. Swing Tip: Every good golf shot starts with good alignment. All touring professionals are striving to have perfect aim every time. They train their eyes to see what perfect alignment looks like. We can do this easily and consistently by standing about 3 steps behind the ball and picking out a spot in the grass 1 to 5 feet in front of the ball that is directly in line with your primary target. Now as you move in to your address position keep your eye on the short-term target and set the club directly at it and then set your body parallel and left of the target line. This highly increases your chances of swinging the golf club with maximum efficiency down the target line. RJ Ziats - PGA Teaching Professional
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WARREN, VT -The 2012 Golf Season at Sugarbush is already in full swing, so to speak, and it is not even June yet. For those of you that haven't made it up here yet, the golf course came through the winter in great shape and Mike Wing and his crew are hard at work getting the course ready for what hopes to be a great season. Dave Pfannenstein has moved on to the Executive Director’s position at the Vermont Golf Association so we have a new Assistant Golf Professional. RJ Ziats has joined the staff here at Sugarbush after a successful year at the Stratton Mountain Country Club. Yes, that's right. 2 RJ's on the premises. We have attached a current copy of this year's calendar and wanted to highlight a few things that are starting up soon. The Ladies Thursday night clinics will begin this Thursday (5/24/12) at 5:15 p.m. Price for each clinic for passholders is $20 or a season long fee is available for $199. Just give us a call and we will put you on the list. The Wednesday and Thursday morning clinics are scheduled to begin on June 20 and the Friday night mixers will begin that week as well on the 22nd. Tournament wise, the Valley League had one more practice night last Wednesday and season competition begins on the 30th. There are still spots available so if you would like to play, just give us a call in the shop and we will sign you up. The Member/Member tournament returns again this year on June 30 and we have started taking entries on the bulletin board inside the center door of the clubhouse. We are still working on the range machine. Our IT department and the guys at Range Servant are working together to diagnose and repair the issue that has been plaguing us this year. Hopefully we will have it up and running soon. Until then, we are more than happy to give you tokens when you arrive. The cost of new tokens is very expensive, so if you have a couple in the car or your bag, please use them so they can be returned to circulation for all who come to the range. The outside crew will have some for you when you arrive as well. Hogan's Pub is open for lunch every day from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. with a revamped menu for this season. Gary and his staff are also starting some breakfast options on the weekends. Saturday, breakfast sandwiches will be available for you before your round and Sunday's there is a Brunch menu that is available from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more info, please call Hogan's at 802-583-6723. As always, if we can answer any questions, feel free to call us in the shop at 802-583-6725 or, better yet, swing by and say hello. We look forward to seeing you all on the links soon.
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Okemo Valley Golf Club Ladies’ League Results
LUDLOW, VT – The Ladies’ League at Okemo Valley Golf Course enjoyed their second week of league play on Wed., May 23, under splendid sunny skies. The format for the evening was a team of two alternate shot, with “A & C” paired together and “B & D” paired together. The top spot went to the RVCCC, as Darlene Remy, Janet Carini, Judy Lazetera and Pam Plumb combined for a 104. Second place went to Willie Dunn’s, as Harriet Parot, Peg Marjiotta, Liza LLyod, and Lee Ann Haskel combined for a 104. Ludlow Insurance took third place. Betsy McKeever, Alice Thayne, Doris Eddy and Kathy Grant combined for a tidy 106. Closest to the pin winners were Sue Horsman on the 4th hole, and Kathy McMahon on the 8th hole. Weekly Results: 1st RVCCC score 104/ points 15; 2nd Willie Dunns 104/ points 14; 3rd Ludlow Insurance 106/ points 13; 4th First Line Security 107/ points 12; 5th Bovine Bookkeeping 107/ points 11; 6th Knight Tubs 109/ points 10; 7th Coldwell Banking 112/ points 9; 8th ID3 Designs 116/ points 8; 9th M and M excavating 117/ points 7;
Season Standings: 1st Willie Dunns, 29 points; Tied for 2nd RVCCC, Ludlow Insurance, First Line Security and Knight Tubs, 24 points; 3rd Coldwell Banking, 22 points; Tied for 4th Bovine Bookkeeping and ID3 Designs, 18 points; 5th M and M Excavating , 15 points; Okemo Valley Golf Club is Vermont's first heathland-style golf course and was specifically designed according to the traditions of the game. The golf club features a gracious full-service clubhouse, indoor practice facility, 18-acre state-of-the-art outdoor training center, fully stocked pro shop and fleet of electric carts. The layout is a par 70 that measures 6,400 yards in length and features bent grass greens, tees and fairways with multiple tee areas on each hole, ensuring playability and challenge for all ability levels. Rolling hills, moderate elevation changes and wide fairways with wellplaced hazards enhance the heathland layout. For more information about Okemo Valley Golf Club, please call 802-2281396 or visit okemo.com.
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to the traditions of the game. The championship 18-hole golf course features a gracious full-service clubhouse, indoor practice facility, 18acre state-of-the-art outdoor training center, fully stocked pro shop and fleet of electric carts. The layout is a par 70 that measures 6,400 yards in length and features bent grass greens, tees and fairways with multiple tee areas on each hole, ensuring playability and challenge for all ability levels. Rolling hills, moderate elevation changes and wide fairways with well-placed hazards enhance the heathland layout. For more information about Okemo Valley Golf Club, please call 802-228-1396 or visit golf.okemo. com. Note: This is a correction from last week. Okemo has corrected the name of the person who got the hole in one.
LUDLOW, Vt. – On Saturday, May 19, Okemo Valley Golf Club member Bill Higgins, of Ludlow, Vt., had the honor of making the first hole-in-one of the 2012 golf season at OVGC. Higgins aced the 8th hole from the green tee, using his #5 hybrid club, for a 173-yard hole-in-one. Jack Collins, Ron Bixby and Larry Plumb witnessed the amazing feat. Higgins is a veteran of the Okemo Valley “hole-in-one club.” This is his third at OVGC. He scored one in 2006 and one in 2009 on hole #4. Higgins’ name will be engraved on a hole-in-one plaque, that hangs inside the Okemo Valley Golf Club clubhouse, to honor the fortunate few who have had the exhilarating experience of making a hole-in-one at OVGC. Okemo Valley Golf Club is Vermont's first heathland-style golf course and was designed according
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SHINES- Bailey is likely to some day have Division I success and that is exactly what former Wildcat star Kyle Forrest had for years at Lehigh. Forrest recently concluded his senior season by finishing fourth at the IC4A Decathlon Championships. Forrest has been a staple as a contender in the grueling decathlon for year’s In this years event, he was the individual winner in the 400 meters, the 1500 meters and second in the high jump on the way to the high finish. Earlier in the spring, Forrest won the decathlon at the Winthrop Invitational and was second in the Patriot League Championships. Forrest was once again also named to the Patriot League All-Academic team giving him that distinguished title he has so well earned over the years as an athlete and a scholar. VERMONT TRACK- The state championships of Vermont track come a week later. Coach Tim Eno of Bellows Falls is attempting to get his charges to peak at just the right time as they battle Thetford and Woodstock for Division III Green Mountain titles. The championships for both Division III and Division IV will be held at Green Mountain High School in Chester Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. Eno was proud that six of his athletes qualified for the New England Track Meet at Saturday's Vermont qualifying Meet at Essex High School including Jamie Moore, who won the 1600. A COUPLE OF QUICK BASEBALL NOTES- Kevin Waterson got a hold of us to remind area fans that the Keene Swamp Bats start their defense of their New England Collegiate Baseball championship with home games June 8 and 9. More locally, play resumes Friday in the Connecticut River Valley Baseball League with Walpole hosting Putney in a 6:30 p.m. affair ,which has two teams with 3-3 league records. On Sunday the two teams tied for first place at 4-1, Claremont and Chester are at home hosting Walpole and Putney respectively. Third place Keene (3-2) travels to Brattleboro (13) and Ludlow (1-3) is at Newport (23) in a couple of more Sunday 11 a.m. contests. Saxtons River (1-3) is idle in league play but hosts Middlebury in an 11 a.m. doubleheader Sunday.
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A few weeks back this paper carried a story about the Connecticut Valley Conference Championship Meet. The trackmeister for that event was Stevens' Rosario Bailey. Bailey stood up tall again at the New Hampshire Division III State Meet Saturday. The Stevens star, who has been recruited by numerous Division I schools, captured four state titles on the day. Actually Bailey's success on the day came in the same four events he dominated in the CVC's. He won the 100 meters in 11.29, the 200 meters in 2.:02, the 110 meter hurdles with a time of 15.9 and the 300 meter hurdles in 39.82. Bailey's prime time day catapulted the Stevens Cardinals boys to a second place finish on the day. Powerhouse Bow claimed the New Hampshire III title with 100 points, but Stevens was a strong second at 68 besting third place Kearsarge, who collected 52 points. Fall Mountain had a strong day placing fifth with 35 points. In the girls competition, Fall
Mountain led the area brigade with 47 points and placing fourth. White Mountain won the competition. Of the 21 schools, which collected points, Newport was seventh with 32 and Stevens 16th with 10. Fall Mountain had two state champions on the girls’ side with Teresa Groton pulling out a victory in a tight 3200 meter run and Jessica Phillips took top honors in the triple jump. Newport also had a state champion on the girls’ side with Elyse Rubchinuk outdistancing everyone in the javelin. A very interesting aside is that Fall Mountain track coach Rick Elliot touted to us in a whispering way the possibility of his two young lady stars having a genuine chance for state honors as early as April and they came through. By the way, Stevens' Mathew Christie told us the same about Bailey, who just might be among the best handful of track athletes in the area in decades and he is only a junior. FALL MOUNTAIN GRADUATE
The Black River Boys baseball team senior players were recognized last week at their senior game. Pictured above are Seniors Kyle Milligan (10), Co-Captain Noah Schmidt (2) and Co-Captain Tim Rumrill (13) along with their families. The BR boys are seeded # 8 and will play at home vs. Concord High School in a playoff game on Wednesday.
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Pictured above are Seniors Dakotah Chambers and Amanda Bortlein along with their families as they were recognized on Senior Recognition day last week. Also last week the girls golf team won the Division II Southern Conference with Black River scoring 218, Mill River 233 and Proctor 239. Coach Ron Bixby commented that “although the course was wet, the girls played well”.
Black River Senior Vincent Guerrera was honored on Senior recognition day last week. Guerrera plays on the Boys Varsity Golf Team. Vincent is pictured above with his mom Linda. Senior Jesse Gillette was unavailable for the photo.
VARA Golf Classic at Green Mountain National Golf Course
KILLINGTON, VT -The Vara Golf Classic is firmly entrenched as a VARA tradition. For VARA supporters who participate in the tournament it offers a chance to get together in a non-skiing environment and is a great mix of social and competitive golf. Past tournaments have drawn a vast array of participants including many VARA Legends and Olympians. The support of industry, club programs and involved VARA families in this tournament is what makes it a successful part of VARA's fund raising campaign, which in turn directly supports Vermont athletes. Proceeds from the VARA Golf Tournament help to fund programs for Vermont ski racers and are essential for direct athlete aid. Vermont athletes experience a variety of support ranging from paid entries to direct support for travel expenses. Thanks to the great support from VARA members and avid golfers, VARA has been able to support Vermont ski racers at all levels! PARTICIPATION FEES SPONSOR $575 - 4 complimentary entries in tournament; Recognition as sponsor of the "Classic" with signage at the event; 2 complimentary carts; Name displayed on sponsor board; Recognition at awards; and Mention in VARA Calendar and Stowe Reporter Circulation 5600 PATRON $350 - 2 complimentary entries in tournament; 1 complimentary cart; Name displayed on sponsor board; and Recognition at Awards. BUY A HOLE $150 - Purchase a hole and have your name or company name displayed at the site. LONGEST DRIVE/CLOSEST TO THE PIN $175 - Purchase longest drive or closet to the pin and have your name or company name displayed at the site. INDIVIDUAL PLAYER FEE $ 95 - Includes entry fee; Registration items; and Post tournament meal.
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CHESTER, VT- Over 90 adults and young people enjoyed the original creations displayed at the 2012 LEGO Contest organized by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in its Willard Hall on Main Street in Chester on Saturday April 14. Participating LEGO enthusiasts came from 13 towns in Vermont, two in New Hampshire, and one in New York State. The thirty-six entries by children PreKindergarten through Sixth Grade provided imaginative displays that intrigued and inspired both younger and older onlookers. Judges Andrew Pennell of Bellows Falls, VT, and Chris Johnson of Concord, NH, spoke with each of the participants to learn in detail what they were trying to accomplish with their designs, the special features presented, and how long it took the young people to create their constructions. The judges’ positive comments to each of the participants let the youngsters know what was most appealing or impressive to them and emphasized that the judges appreciated all the time, effort, and talent involved in each entry. So positive was the experience that many of this year’s entrants have already planned what they will make for the 2013 contest! Entries were judged by grade for their originality, imagination, and presentation. In the team entries, the age of the oldest member determined the grade. A separate family class enabled a variety of family members to collaborate, and a prize was awarded to the Gross Family of Cavendish for its creation entitled End of the Season: 30 Years of LEGOs. Two members of the family also won recognition in their grade categories. At noon LEGO prizes were awarded to the grade winners and runnersup, with special awards for the Most Fun, Most Vermont, Most Original, and Judges’ Choice (considered Best in Show). While the judging went on, participants checked out the other entries, shared ideas and techniques, and enjoyed coffee and juice supplied by Lisai’s Market and delicious homemade doughnuts made by the WhalenHensel-Browning Family of Chester. Grade winners were as follows: PreK: First: Forest Police Station by Odin Mitchell of Chester; Second: Jack Attack by Jack Geisler of Andover. Kindergarten: First: Star Café by Estella Gross of Cavendish; Second: Kite Car by Erika Kasser of Saxtons River. First Grade: First: Summertime in Vermont by Connor Cavanagh of Chester; Second: Deadly Jump on Snowy Mountain by Eben Mosher of Chester; Second Grade: First: Yellow Fort by Everett Mosher of Chester; Second: Peaceful Day in Vermont by Eli Mitchell of South Reading. Hon. Mention: LEGO Church by Ryan Colburn of Chester. Hon. Mention: Pet Store and Gas Station by Isabelle Gross of Cavendish. Third Grade: First: OffRoad Truck by Burton Townsend of Springfield; Second: Farm Invaders by Oliver and Vivian Orthwein of Saratoga Springs, NY; Fourth Grade: First: Green Beret Training Center by Willy Hugg of Charlestown, NH; Second: NameIt Factory by Sam Mitchell of South Reading; Fifth Grade: First: Vermont Map by Gurion and Samuel Lake of Brookfield; Second: Buzz Saw Bill by Thomas Miller of Chester; Sixth Grade: First: Easter Inspired by Morgan and Field Willis of Chester; Second: 158th Air Wing, Green Mountain Boys by Jadon Boudreaux of Charlestown, NH. Four special awards were also given. Most Fun: Team Republic’s Super Heroes Captain America’s Avenging Cycle by Benjamin Munukka and Miles Caum of Chester, Grade 1; Most Vermont: Mud Season in Vermont by Otto Lichtensteiger of Ludlow, Grade 2; Most Creative: Horizontal Oceans
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by Ethan Westney of Redding, Grade 1. And Judges’ Choice and Best in Show: Bartonsville Covered Bridge by Jack Dunn and Pippin Sawyer of Chester, Grade 5 For various pictures of the exhibits, please visit www.stlukesepiscopalvt. org/Special Events/Lego Contest and www.ourchester.org. Proceeds from the contest enabled St. Luke’s to send a $125 donation to the Children’s Section at Chester’s Whiting Library, where the Bartonsville Covered Bridge – judged Best in Show – is on display through mid June. For Library hours call 802-8752277. For additional information about this year’s event or the 2013 contest, please contact Lillian Willis at 802-875-1340 or lbwillisct@comcast. net.
LUDLOW, VT -Dick Tracy, pictured above, was guest speaker at the May 15, 2012 meeting of the Ludlow Republicans. Dick, from Sharon, VT, is running for State Senator for Windsor County. Dick told the attendees of his concerns for the financial welfare of Vermont. What would happen if we were to lose the money the Federal Government is giving us which helps us meet our yearly budget? What about our economic problems? Why are so many young people leaving the state - because there are no decent paying jobs for them here. What will happen financially and medically if the Shumlin Health Care Bill is put into action. All of these subjects were discussed and many attendees had questions and participated in the discussion. According to the Vermont Business Magazine, 87% of Vermonters are concerned with these issues. The Ludlow Town Republicans meet on the third Tuesday of the month. For more information on the meetings, contact Ginny Snyder at 802-228-2122, Martin Meaney at 802-228-2222 or Linda Tucker at 802-228-8315. If you have never been involved before, this is a good time to become involved. Come out and join us.
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MONTPELIER, VT — Do you know a Vermont teacher who has inspired you and who deserves statewide recognition? For ten years, the Vermont Humanities Council has honored such teachers with the Victor R. Swenson Humanities Educator Award, which recognizes a Vermont educator in grades 6 through 12 who exemplifies excellence in the teaching of the humanities. VHC seeks nominations for the 2012 award. Nominating letters are due June 15. The recipient receives a $1,000 check and public recognition at VHC’s fall conference on November 9 at the Stoweflake Mountain Resort in Stowe. Last year’s winner was Steve Barrows, who teaches literature, journalism, and film at U-32 High School in East Montpelier. The first recipient of the award was Graham Newell of St. Johnsbury Academy in 2003. The award is named for Victor Swenson, VHC’s first executive director, whose twenty-eight years of service helped nourish the humanities across the state. 2012 will mark the tenth presentation of the award. “For ten years the Council has been pleased to honor Vermont teachers whose distinguished teaching and passion for their humanities subject area inspire their students in profound ways,” said VHC Executive Director Peter Gilbert. “Such teachers truly change lives. . . . I hope that former and current students, parents, principals, and others know and have been inspired by such teachers, and that they will nominate that outstanding teacher to receive the Swenson Humanities Educator Award. It’s a wonderful way to let them know what a profound difference they've made.” VHC seeks an educator who inspires his or her students and encourages in them intellectual curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. The teacher should possess extraordinary knowledge, ability, and accomplishment in the teaching of language, literature, history, social studies, or other humanities fields. The educator should exhibit infectious enthusiasm for his or her subject and learning in general, and embody a commitment to the highest standards of achievement, for him or herself and students. Any community member may make a nomination, including parents, coworkers, current and former students, and school administrators. The nomination process begins with a letter of nomination due at VHC’s Montpelier office by June 15, 2012. (Individuals may not nominate themselves.) Nominations may be made online at www.vermonthumanities.org or mailed to Vermont Humanities Council, Victor R. Swenson Humanities Educator Award, 11 Loomis Street, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 or e-mailed to info@ vermonthumanities.org. To learn more, visit vermonthumanities.org. Letters of nomination should be at least one page, but not more than two. The nomination letter should thoroughly describe the accomplishments that qualify the nominee for the award, including his or her passion for teaching, achievements, and professional experience. (Current members of the VHC board and staff and members of the judging committee are not eligible to receive the award.) After reviewing the nominations, the judging committee will seek additional supporting material. The award will be announced in October 2012. For more information, contact the Vermont Humanities Council at info@vermonthumanities.org, call 802.262.2626, or visit www.vermonthumanities.org. The Vermont Humanities Council is a private nonprofit working to
Jack Dunn, age 10 at left, and Sawyer Pippin, age 9 – both of Chester – stand beside the model of the wooden covered bridge on Lower Bartonsville Road in Rockingham that they built for the 2012 LEGO contest run by St. Luke’s in Chester. The original bridge, constructed in a lattice truss style with a span of 151 feet over the Williams River, was built in 1870 by Sanford Granger and destroyed in 2011 by raging floodwaters caused by tropical storm Irene. The LEGO bridge is on display at the Whiting Library, 117 Main Street in Chester, until mid June. Inside the bridge model, the boys added a truck and a father teaching his child to ride a bike. This entry was the Judges’ Choice for Best in Show.
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SPRINGFIELD, VT -The River Valley Ridge Riders sponsored their 5th Annual “Over the Hill” poker run Saturday, May 26. They started the ride at Springfield Health and Rehab at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and donuts. The ride is not a fundraiser. It is to give the seniors a chance to see the motorcycles and reminisce about their adventures thru a lifetime. The first stop was the Gill Home where patients got to vote for their favorite motorcycle. While there senior Laval (Jim) Remy hopped on a bike owned by Tim Johnson. Everyone enjoyed a BBQ. After shouts of good cheer to the residents, the bikers proceeded to ride to Mt. Ascutney Hospital. There they were greeted by a happy group sitting in the shade on a sunny day. Miller Bibens was among the crowd of residents. He told great stories of his life as a slaughterhouse owner in Baltimore, VT. Glenn and Shirley Richardson gave Miller a seat on their motorcycle. Miller, who will be 91 years old in September, slaughtered for Glenn years ago. Again the RVRR and friends said their goodbyes and headed for their final destination, Cedar Manor in Windsor. There the residents were waiting anxiously to see the bikes and talk with the riders. The poker winner and the “Guess the Mileage” winners were announced. Then the winner of the 50/50 was announced. The votes for the “Best Bike Peoples Choice” were tallied and the winners received their trophy amid applause and cheers. The winners were Glen and Shirley Richardson riding a Honda Trike.
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BELMONT, VT – The Belmont General Store is proud to announce the one-year anniversary of new ownership by Kevin and Debby Neubert. The store will be celebrating with a cake cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 13 at 5:30 p.m. New owners Kevin and Debby Neubert look back on one of the most challenging years in Vermont and are grateful for the support of the Mount Holly community. In a year when general stores in the state are closing their doors due to economic issues the town of Mount Holly and the village of Belmont has embraced it’s general store and supported the transition of ownership with open arms. Owner Kevin Neubert says, “We were able to survive Irene, poor fall foliage and a bad winter, for anyone struggling with a new or established business or wanting to start a new business in Vermont we hope to share a bit of hope – it can be done.” We are pleased that many of the former storeowners will be in attendance as well as House of Representative Dennis Devereux and President Jim Harrison of the Vermont Grocers Association. Free food and cake will be provided. We welcome all to attend! Established in 1843 it has been a continuously operating general store for nearly 170 years. The store has deep roots in the community and is the hub of all activity. Situated in the heart of Belmont, in the Town of Mount Holly the store provides groceries, licenses, meals, pizza, clothing, gasoline and Vermont branded products. It also carries many products provided by the local community. Belmont is an unincorporated village in the town of Mount Holly in Rutland County, Vermont, United States. At an elevation of 1,824 feet Belmont is about six miles west of the village of Ludlow.
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LUDLOW, VT -Squeels on Wheels / Ludlow Country Store kicked off the BBQ season with its first BBQ Trail stop in Lexington, Mass on May 19 and 20. After returning from the Lexington BBQ Battle, they were invited to a Memorial Day Cabela's BBQ Cookoff in Scarborough, Maine this past weekend. No trophies yet . . . but meeting lots of great people and selling BBQ! Like the Ludlow Country Store/ Squeels on Wheels on Facebook and see more pictures there. Be sure to check out their website's Info and News page at www.squeelsonwheels.com for other events throughout the summer and while you're there purchase some SOW products too! Their next scheduled BBQ Trail stop is Music in the Meadow in Chester, VT - so come out to support the Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure fundraiser- look for more event info soon in the Vermont Journal.
SAXTONS RIVER - After lengthy discussions at department and administrative levels, Vermont Academy will switch from a semester based academic calendar to one divided by trimesters beginning in the 201213 academic year. The 2012-2013
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calendar will be divided by major breaks and seasons; fall trimester will run from the opening of school to Thanksgiving break, winter trimester from Thanksgiving to March break and spring trimester from the end of March break to graduation. Sports seasons will fall naturally into the trimester schedule. This decision was driven by three primary factors. The first was balance. The Academy's current semester system was unbalanced with a 14-week fall semester and a 19-week spring semester, which raised many questions about syllabi, assessments, length of semester courses in the fall versus the spring, and the offering of credits. Secondly, traditionally the winter “term” at VA was an entity unto itself, with its own shortened daily schedule providing time for student athletes to participate in snow sports practices and competitions. The concept of “sticking with the seasons” will now afford the winter its own term. Lastly, Vermont Academy is hoping to provide more opportunities for international off-campus programs for its students. The growing and successful VA in Spain program is not currently coordinated with the semester schedule. In fact, the Spain program is now approximately eleven weeks in length, which is exactly equal to one trimester. For the present, students and teachers have found it difficult to leave school in the middle of a term. By moving to trimes-
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CAVENDISH, VT -On Sunday, June 3, the Cavendish Historical Society’s (CHS) Museum opens for the season. The theme of this year’s summer exhibits reflects the events of 2011. While it was Cavendish’s 250th anniversary, some of the activities planned for a fall celebration had to be dropped because of flood recovery. Since many did not have a chance to see the Museum’s 250 year Cavendish history timeline, this exhibit has been reformatted and on display until October. Irene was not the first flood that caused considerable damage to Cavendish. In fact, many areas that were heavily impacted by Irene, such as the Cavendish Canyon on Route 131, were the same areas that were hard hit by the flood of 1927. The flood exhibit is a bit different, as it invites visitors to contribute to it. While there are pictures and materials from the 1927 flood, including a photograph of what the area looked like prior to that flood, the Irene portion has been designed so visitors can bring photographs, videos or other items for display. Since future generations will encounter similar problems, this is a way for us to pass down a legacy of our experience in dealing with Irene and its aftermath. Just as we benefited from knowing how people responded in 1927, so
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CHESTER, VT -After 20 years of service through the Rotary, Fred Raymond of Chester, is honored by the Club with an Honorary Membership. Shown here in this picture, John Holmes, on the left, presents Fred with this prestigious award. “Fred has consistently been a major supporter of local Club activities,” says Dan Cote, Club President. “Fred has been a reliable supporter of the Chester community through his service in the Rotary. Fortunately, this award seems to have energized him all the more. I don’t see Fred sitting idle anytime soon, ” Cote continued. Club meetings are open to the public each Thursday at the Fullerton in Chester. Breakfast is served for $9 at 7 a.m.
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BRMS Semi-Formal: Let the Good Times Roll
BY ANNE GARDNER The Vermont Journal LUDLOW – The Black River Middle School Semi-Formal was held on Friday, May 18 at the Atrium of River Valley Technical Center in Springfield. The evening started at the gazebo in Ludlow for photos. Parents waved as the bus filled with elegantly clad students pulled away, taking party-goers to Springfield. Organized by Andrea Sanford and sponsored by the Black River Booster Club, the dance featured DJs Carol Sylvia, Shamus Martin and Brain Hale of RVTC. Dancers enjoyed the ever-popular limbo and Cha-Cha Slide as well as everything from the Bunny Hop/Conga line to a slow dance. Parents provided an abundance of snacks for those who needed a pick-me-up. Partygoers spilled out of the Atrium into the courtyard to dance and socialize. “It was good we had outside space,” said Dean Stanchfield. Meredith Green liked the space, too. “It wasn’t too big. The food was really good, too.” Green also said she was glad the dance was held away from the school. “It made it more special,” she said. Andrea Sanford, who hosted the event, said, “I want to give a special thanks to the chaperones and those community involvement, she enthusiastically served on the boards of the Mt. Holly Community Aswho helped decorate. Traci Corrigan, Dave Matteson, Rachel Manual, Paul Faenza, Brenda Reed, Rae Lin Collins, Janet Pipkin, and Anne Gardner were terrific.” Sanford particularly appreciated the Manuel family – Rachel, Elizabeth, and Josh – who stayed to clean up. Before returning to Ludlow, partygoers were treated to ice cream at Friendly’s in the Springfield Plathe Mechanicsville Cemetery Association, the Garden Club and the Community Guild. Nelda was an avid reader, participating in several reading groups, reading to school children, and helping to organize the Mt. Holly school library. Eclectically, she enjoyed politics and poetry, world travel and local festivals, the Metropolitan Opera and the Vermont Symphony, European art museums and collecting local artists. One of her greatest pleasures was driving Vermont byways, viewing the scenery and enjoying the fast curves. Having been a founding member of the Dallas MG Car Club, as a young woman she successfully competed in sports car rallies, and at various times owned ragtop convertibles: an MG, a Jaguar, and a Fiat. Her zest for life never left her. Survivors include three daughters: and a nephew, David P. Riley of Pennsylvania. A celebration of Richard's Life will be held Saturday, June 2, 2012 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, 35 Depot Street, Chester. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to The Animal Rescue and Protection Society (TARPS), 1758 Route 103 South, Chester, VT 05143.
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BELMONT, VT -Nelda Marie Heiner Holden, 87, of Belmont, Vermont, died May 3, 2012, at Life Care Center of Longmont, Colorado. She was born August 9, 1924, in Perryville, MO, the daughter of Walter Herman and Mildred (Thomas) Heiner. Nelda graduated from Webster Groves High School in Webster Groves, MO, a suburb of St. Louis, in 1942. On Oct 18, 1942 she married William P. Goode in Lincoln, NE, just before his deployment in the Army Air Corps. She attended Southeast Missouri State College and graduated from University of Missouri, receiving a BS Education in 1947 and an MA Speech Pathology and Audiology in 1949. The Goodes raised three daughters in Dallas, TX, and divorced in 1978. After receiving her BS, Nelda was CHESTER, VT -Richard N. Blomberg, Sr., 87, of Chester, Vermont, died Monday, May 21, 2012 at home, following an illness. He was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada on Oct. 21, 1924, son of Martin P. and Laura (Van Buskirk) Blomberg, and was raised in Hinsdale, Illinois. Richard graduated with a Chemical Degree from Cornell University, and received his employed as an instructor in Speech at Stephens College, Columbia, MO, and as instructor/supervisor of the Speech and Hearing Clinic University of Missouri, Columbia, MO. From 1967 until retirement in 1986, she was Educational Audiologist for the Callier Hearing and Speech Center, Dallas, TX, where she also participated in research projects and taught at DCCC – Eastfield College. On September 22, 1984, Nelda married James F. Holden of Belmont, VT, and joined the Belmont community in 1986. Although Mr. Holden predeceased her in 1994, she continued through the rest of her life to appreciate the love and quality of life he brought to her, and to cherish the interests they shared. Nelda relished her friendships with Mount Holly residents of several generations. Inspired by Jim’s Master's Degree from Stanford University. Mr. Blomberg was a research chemist for DuPont for more than 30 years, helping to create materials such as Dacron, Lycra Spandex and Kevlar. Following retirement, he was involved with glassblowing, blacksmithing, and was active with the Penland (North Carolina) School of Crafts. He enjoyed SCUBA div-
za, thanks to the generosity of the Friendly’s manager and staff. Sanford concluded the event was a great success. “I appreciate all the help from the school, particularly Liz Darling, Pat Rumrill, and Chris Barlow.” From the reaction of the students and adults, the feeling is mutual: Black River appreciates Andrea Sanford. Editors Note: The story that ran last Darcy Juday (Richard) of Longmont, CO, Dana Goode (Stephen Weaver) of Baltimore, MD, and Jil Freund (Ken) of San Antonio, TX; grandchildren Tyler and Samuel Wittlinger, Brooks and Eria Goodweaver, and Matthew Weaver; and Jim’s four grandchildren. Her family would like to express their appreciation for the warmth and friendship of the Mount Holly community and for their caring support during her illness. A memorial service will be held at the Odd Fellows Hall, Belmont, VT on the evening of July 2. Burial will follow at the New Mechanicsville Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.ahlbergfuneralchapel. com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mount Holly Rescue Squad, Mount Holly Town Library or the Mount Holly Museum.
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GRAFTON, VT – Grafton Forge, a regional center for the art and craft of blacksmithing, is presenting a weekend long open house and clinic for blacksmithing enthusiasts of all ages on Saturday/Sunday, June 2/3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Whether you are experienced or have never lifted a hammer in your life there is something for everyone to learn. View ongoing demonstrations and even try your hand at one of several open forges, creating a work of your very own. Beginning with an orientation in the morning, it is not long before you have irons, hot in the fire! You may attend either day or both. There will be selected tooling offered for sale and you may bring related items and tools for sale or trade. The clinic is free but donations benefiting these programs are appreciated. Please register by phone so we may be able to accommodate all. The Grafton Forge is located at 72 School Street in Grafton, VT. Our phone Number is 802-8431029.
WESTON, VT. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown launches the Weston Playhouse Theatre Company’s (WPTC) exciting 76th anniversary season so grab the family and come see old friends! This is one show that’s got something for the whole family. Adults will love the fond memories it evokes. Kids will laugh at the cleverness on stage. And everyone will tap their toes to the catchy songs. With music and lyrics by Weston alum Clark Gesner, this inspired show brings Charles M. Schulz’s beloved Peanuts characters to life featuring indelible moments: Linus and his blanket, Snoopy and the Red Baron, Charlie Brown
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SAXTONS RIVER, VT – According to World War II veteran Jack Keil of Westminster, the extension cord was one of the most important pieces of equipment of the war. As a bombardier, Keil relied on a heated suit plugged into that cord to keep him warm as he manned a Norden bomb sight at 10,000 feet. A couple of other pieces of equipment also proved vital to Keil’s years in the military: a fistful of colored pencils and a sketch pad. A keenly observant man, Keil felt the need to document his experiences, but war protocol forbade the use of a camera, so he began sketching what he saw. After 70 years, those drawings bring Keil’s experiences vividly back to life and give an insider’s view of what life was like in the daily grind of GI Joe. Keil will share the drawings and some of his experiences in a program at Main Street Arts in Saxtons River Saturday, June 2 beginning at 8 p.m. In between sets of the Butterfly Swing Band playing 1940’s dance music, he will use the sketches to relate a day in the life of a bombardier. “I sketched all my life,” the retired advertising executive explained during a recent interview, “so it was just natural for me.” His sketches catch scenes at the various stops along his military route, from Mitchell Field on Long Island to the Azores and North Africa and on to Gioia, Italy, where he captured children begging for food, the chow line, life in leaky tents and slogging through a muddy base. At the base in southern Italy, Keil was roused each day at 5:45 a.m. for the day’s
briefing before taking off on a B-24, with the nervous excitement and uncertainty of the day’s outcome. A typical mission lasted 10 hours and often drew enemy fire. “We flew 50 missions to wipe out oil depots and communications centers in Austria, southern Germany, Yugoslavia and Romania,” he said. “When we came back to the base, we would send up flares if there were any wounded on board so the Red Cross ambulances could be waiting.” How Keil wound up in that plane was a typical WW II story of a young man from Rochester, N.Y., who had never been west of Buffalo. As a junior at the University of Rochester, he had joined the cadet corps, with the promise he would be allowed to finish his studies before he was called up. But then Pearl Harbor happened, and he was off to basic training in Atlantic City with 3,000 other men and, eventually, to the aviation cadet center at Lackland Air Force base in San Antonio, even though he had never flown before. Towards the end of the war, Keil was told he would be assigned to do public relations, but in typical military fashion, he wound up being trained for the invasion of Japan. Fortunately, that didn’t happen, so Keil was able to return to Rochester to complete his schooling on the G.I. bill and go on to a successful career in advertising in New York City. Now retired in Vermont with his wife Barbara, he is eager to share the drawings he has saved all these years as well as a song or two from that long-ago time. Further information about the Main Street Arts program is available at 802869-2960 or www.mainstreetarts.org.
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Mel Stabin Returns to The Landgrove Inn
Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War
WINDSOR, VT –On June 1, 2012 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., The American Precision Museum, 196 Main Street, Windsor, VT, will commemorate the Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War with two new exhibits, Full Duty and Arming the Union—which together present a view of Vermont’s role in the Civil War as it has never been seen before: the home front, the battlefield, and the powerful connections between the two. There will be an Opening Reception with Howard Coffin. Please join us for the opening reception. RSVPs will be appreciated by phone 802-674-5781 or email to: apm@americanprecision.org.
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LANDGROVE, VT -Internationally known, award-wining watercolorist Mel Stabin returns to InView Center for the Arts at The Landgrove Inn, Monday July 9 through Friday, July 13. Based on Mel’s book, “Watercolor: Simple, Fast and Focused” this 5-day workshop will emphasize design principles with the objective
of building strong paintings by seeing and thinking simply, painting quickly and energetically, and focusing on the “idea” of the painting. This plein air workshop will include daily demonstrations, with a step-bystep simple explanation of solutions to every problem presented by the subject, along with personal instruction and critique. The
workshop is designed for beginners to advanced painters. For complete information on workshop details and cost please call the Landgrove Inn at 802-824-6673 or send an e-mail to vtinn@sover.net. For a complete 2012 InView Center for the Arts workshop schedule, go to www.landgroveinn.com.
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Weston Playhouse’s Student Ambassador Program Offers Unparalleled Opportunity for high School Students
WESTON, VT. Applications are now being accepted for Weston Playhouse Theatre Company’s 2012 Student Ambassador program. As a part of WPTC’s active effort to connect passionate young adults with the high quality live theatre, the Student Ambassador program will give ten selected students the opportunity to attend six of WPTC’s shows in the 2012 season. The program will also give students and inside look at the way theatre productions evolve, from start to finish, with backstage tours, first read-throughs, tech rehearsals, actor/director talk backs, WESTON, VT -The Weston Playhouse Theatre Company's spring fundraising event, held last Saturday night was an unforgettable evening. An audience of more than 250 supporters and friends of the Playhouse and of honoree Wayne Granquist, were on hand to celebrate Mr. Granquist's 17 years of skillful leadership and more. Student Ambassadors will be provided with two tickets to all six of WPTC’s 2012 MainStage and OtherStages productions. These students will not only be given the privilege of attending performances and insider events, they will also serve as emissaries who can help to illuminate the value of theatre in their communities. This is WPTC’s second year offering the Student Ambassador program. The 2011 program was a huge success, as is evidenced by the correspondence with participants Roof, Pregnancy Pact, and scenes from The Hound of the Baskervilles and Bad Dates. If you were not able to attend the event and would still like to support the Weston Playhouse Theatre Company, you can find more information about how to do so on our website. from that year. In a letter to the funders of last year’s program, one student said, “I can’t express to you the extent of my gratitude for providing me such an opportunity… it was wonderful to simply talk to the actors after the show… [and to] be able to show people that amazing things like WPTC are happening in their backyards was a privilege.” Students will be selected based on their passion for theatre and for WPTC as illustrated through an application and essay, which is available on the Playhouse website, westonplayhouse.org. The application deadline is June
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as the board chair and enjoy a preview of the 2012 Season. Prior to the performance portion of the event, attendees were invited to enjoy desserts and talk with Mr. Granquist in the beautiful galleries of the Southern Vermont Arts Center. The performance itself featured music from Ella, Fiddler on the
15, 2012. Selected students will be notified of their acceptance into the program by June 22. The Student Ambassador program is made possible in part by a generous grant from the Mountain Room Foundation and the theatre’s ever-growing family of supporters. For more information about this and other education programs offered by the Weston Playhouse Theatre Company contact Jacki Brown, education director, at 802-8248167 ext. 104 or visit westonplayhouse.org.
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By Joel Slutsky The Vermont Journal/The Shopper WESTMINSTER, VT -Harlow Farm in Westminster, Vermont is one of the oldest and largest vegetable farms in New England. The Farm has been in operation since 1917 and has been run since 1974 by Paul Harlow and certified organic since 1985. One of the more striking features approaching the farm from the south on Route 5 is a four- tiered strand of metal. At 60kW, this represents one of the largest solar systems in New England. This system is a clean and renewable energy source ensuring that the farm is better able to withstand rising energy prices. Harlow Farm sells organic vegetables through local outlets such as area co-ops and also supplies high quality organic produce to regional wholesale markets. When discussing the mild winter’s impact, Paul noted that it made life more difficult and necessitated doing irrigation in mid-April. Additionally, since the ground was not frozen and the insect cycle was 3-4 weeks ahead of schedule, cabbage maggots ruined 30% of his kale. The Farm has rebounded well after considerable damage to some crops from Tropical Storm Irene. Paul is grateful for the extremely helpful loans and grants supplied through the Vermont Relief Fund as well as many other agencies. Harlow Farm has always been involved in the community and for 20 years has helped with a school and snack garden at the Westminster Middle School. The Farm helps the children organize their planting schedule and donates mulch, seeds and compost. Talking with Paul about the organic aspect of his farm, one is taken by his strong belief in this system. Paul stated, “Using no chemicals is best for the land as it extends the life of the soil.” He is also committed to the advantage of the value of increased availability of local foods as it creates a secure self-sustaining environment. Additionally, he added that buying in the local community keeps money in the local community. Harlow Farm Organic Produce is now available year round due to their CSA 2012-2013. During winter families can enjoy all the great organic offerings including: root and frozen vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, jams and salsas. Another new feature is the Field to Table Supper on Saturday Evening, July 21. Cheese tasting first course will be provided by area cheese makers and dinner in the field will be prepared with freshly harvested vegetables. Reservations are limited. Find Harlow Farm, off the farm, at 2 local Farmers Markets beginning in May: Bellows Falls, VT Friday evenings, 4-7 p.m. at the Waypoint Center and Walpole, NH, Friday evenings, 4-6 p.m. at the Walpole Town Green. For more information on Winter CSAs or the Field to Table Supper, visit http://www.harlowfarm.com website to download the brochure or call 802-376-3258. For information on Harlow Farm current harvests and all special events, visit the farm stand, Open 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily, May-Early December or call 802-722-3515.
Playdate at the Playhouse -Kids Take Center Stage
WESTON, VT -On Sunday, June 10 area elementary students will take the stage in Weston as part of Playdate at the Playhouse. The event is the culmination of Weston Playhouse Theatre Company's Early Stages program. Teaching artist Tesha Buss has been working with students from four local elementary schools - Cavendish, Chester/Andover, Flood Brook, and Grafton - developing an assortment of skits and songs from WPTC's Theatre for Young Audiences 2012 offering, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. The program is coordinated by WPTC's Education Director Jacki Brown, and is made possible in part by funding from the Philip S. Harper Foundation and the Green Mounatin Festival Series. Playdate at the Playhouse Sunday, June 10 from 1-4 p.m. at the Weston Playhouse. The public is welcome. For more information on WPTC Educational programs please visit our website.
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Y E L L O W PA G E S
ADVERTISING
ADVERTISING Full Service. reasonable rate on logos, brochures, signs, contact: Don hofer. Graphics Plus - 802228-5235. commissions accepted in fine art oils, pen & ink, acrylics. Private lessons. 12/16/09
CARPET
KNOCKOuT CARPET INC. and FLOORING carpet , Wood Floors, vinyl tile, natural Stone, Slate. all floor supplies in stock,Schluter systems, Ditra Kerdi, Shower systems. Main St., chester, vt. 802-875-4409 5/12/2010
FLOOR CARE
For your home or business, stripping, waxing, scrubbing, washing, polishing and carpet cleaning. Free estimates, fully insured, abare cleaning 802-3764159 2/1
HOME DECORATING & REMODELING
KILLINGTON CABINETS Killington cabinets is your one-stop kitchen/ Bath design center. We: Design, remove your old and install the Dream Kitchen or Bath you choose. We carry a full line of cabinets, ceramic tile, flooring, counter tops, lighting, sinks and faucets. call Killington cabinets for your free estimate today at 802-773-3960. www.killingtoncabinets.com located on route 4, Killington - just west of the post office.Emailbill@killingtoncabinets.com 08/19/09
PAINTING
BRuSHSTROKES transformational interior Design ~ clear clutter, Paint and Decorate with comfort, affordability and Style. cristina eaton 802-875-2868 04/21/10
SERVICES
ODD JOBS AND MORE Painting, sheetrock repair, spring clean up, lawn care, window cleaning, pressure washing, carpentry & home repair. Fully Insured 802738-8781 – 802-226-7077
ART GALLERIES
GALLERY AT THE VAuLT vermont State craft center. Juried fine art and crafts. 68 Main St., Springfield. open tues - Sat. 11am - 5pm. www.galleryvault.org 802-885-7111
CHIROPRACTOR
FOuR SEASONS CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Denise natale has a new address! 58 Parker avenue Proctorsville, vt 05153 802-226-7977 accepting new patients. NEW HORIZONS CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Julie Flack located in the henry Office Building on Main Street in chester. We accept Bluecross BlueShield, cigna and Green Mtn. care plans. 802-875-7570 5/26/2010
FLOORING
STICKS AND STONES FLOORING GALLERY custom Design Wood and ceramic. Marmoleum, vinyl and carpet. Dustless floor sanding, Master certified installers with over 25 years experience. 47 Depot St. ludlow, vt. 802-975-0039 12/28
EDDIE CHARBONNEAu PAINTING ed Specializing in the highest Quality interior and exterior residential Work Since 1992 ludlow vt. 802-228-2007 cell 802-579-9432 www.eddiecharbonneaupainting.com 2/22/12
PAINTING Painting to Perfection and color coordination exterior interior call Michael 802-779-8069 9/21/11 RALPH’S PAINTING Ludlow, VT. 35 years plus experience with interior/exterior painting. Fully insured, free estimates gladly given. No job to small. 802-738-8252 – 802-228-4826 8/10
T.L.BILLINGS PAINTING, INC. interior and exterior painting. Scheduling work for the fall and winter, 10% discount for orders placed before october 30, 2008. 206 Stonewax, cavendish, vt 05142. 802-226-7522 10/29/08
HOT OIL RUSTPROOFING
Keep your vehicles rust free. 40 years in business because it works. We also do large vehicles, school busses, dump trucks. everything by appointment ½ hour or less. open year round 9547 cold river rd. n. Shrewsbury, vt. 802-492-3339. hours Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. open Saturday Spring and fall. closed Sunday.
Ask about the Early Bird Special JEREMY’S STOVE SERVICE Jeremy Trombley, NFI Pellet Stove Specialist cleanings, installations, Service calls, in-home consultations, servicing all brands of pellet stoves 802-342-1177...Jrtstoves@ gmail.com 6/23 WOODCHuCK CHIMNEY SERVICE 10 years + experience. Serving all your chimney venting, cleaning, repair, relining, new construction and problem solving needs. owner operated, fully insured. 802-824-3234. FIREWOOD FOR SALE Green, seasoned dry, cut, split, delivered. residential and commercial plowing and sanding 802-263-5203 F.G. wHITE ENERGY licensed, established 1947. heating equipment, sales & service, furnaces and boilers installed. Distributor of oil and LP gas. Waitsfield, VT. 802-496-3316
ART
THE DEPOT STREET GALLERY 44 DEPOT STREET, LuDLOW over 120 artisans, jewelry, pottery, vt candles. the Silver Spoon creating one of a kind functional artwork from recycled antique silverware. 802-228-4753 www.silverwareart.com 7/8/12
CARRARA’S HOT OIL RuSTPROOFING
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.
AUTOMOTIVE
J.S. AuTOMOTIVE & EquIPMENT REPAIR Specializing in all your automotive needs. From yesterday’s basics to the technology found in today’s automobiles. 5 miles north of charlestown on rte 12, charlestown, nh 603-826-4622 603-558-1132 11/4/09
cleaning and cleaning out houses, apartments, businesses, condo’s camps, barns and sheds. one-time or regularly. Fully insured - Free estimate. call reggie 802-376-4159 11/16
CLEANING AND CLEAN OUT
INSURANCE
LuDLOW INSuRANCE AGENCY, INC. established 1879 offering a wide range of personal, business, life and disability coverage. 150 Main Street 802-228-8823, ludins@tds.net viSa & Mastercard. 6/04/08
Drivewayrestoration and repair, Sprayed asphalt sealing, parking lot line striping, hot pour crack filling.Fully insured, free estimates 802-885-1740
GREEN MOuNTAIN SEALCOAT
PAVING
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
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
1/12/2011
SEPTIC PUMPING
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
ATTORNEYS
STEVENS LAW OFFICE, STOWE harold B. Stevens, esquire Bryce Breton, esquire constance Driscoll, esquire General Practice areas 802-253-8547 8/30/10
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
PHARMACY
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
PLUMBING & HEATING
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
SHIPPING & COPIES
LuDLOW SHIPPING & COPY CENTER Shipping, custom Packaging, copying, Public Fax. 66 route 100 north, ludlow, vt. 802- 228-4300 Fax 228-4305. e-mail ludlowshipping@comcast.net 10/17/08
BAKERY
CROWS BAKERY & OPERA HOuSE CAFE yummy Pastries, cakes, Pies, Breads, cookies plus. Full Breakfast & lunch 73 Depot St. Proctorsville 802-226-7007 crowsbakerycafe.com
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
LOGGING
SK LOGGING Logging and Landclearing. Wanted to buy- Standing timber. Good honest job, references, building sites cleared, vistas enhanced. 802-228-6022 cell 802-3840313 9/18/09
BUILDERS/ CONTRACTORS
new homes, additions, roofing, siding, decks, kitchen and bath remodeling. Free estimates, insured, references available 603-477-9888 8/29/12
WILLIAMS LAKE DREDGING Specializing in construction of new and restoration of old ponds. Dredging and excavating. 802-226-7459. ponds@comcast.net
PONDS
SNOw REMOVAL
SNOW PLOWING for chester, vt area. reasonable rates. references available. call Dan at 802-376-4147
SNOWPLOWING/SANDING ludlow area reasonable rates SK logging and land clearing references available Steven Kondracki cell 802-384-0313 Office 802-228-6022
POTTERY
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.
CJT CARPENTRY
cabinet Making, custom trimwork, General carpentry, Porch and Deck, costruction and repair. Free estimates. 802-875-5679
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 802-863-1200 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 25-lb sample box at $5.95 per lb. tracer Brook Farm in cavendish 802-738-2442
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
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
JAKE’S MACHINE SHOP & WELDING
PROPERTY SERVICES
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, 802-259-3166 12/22 over 40 years experience in residential building; homes, additions, Garages, remodeling. Fully insured.
home 802-226-7462: 5002. 3/9/11 cell802-558-
CAVENDISH ROOFING & CARPENTRY
MECHANICAL SERVICES
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
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 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 802-3767828 9/15
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
BELMONT MOTOR WORKS
L. & P. FARLEY & SON, L.L.C.
J-MAR BuILDERS, INC.
DIRECT TV
DIRECT TV SALES AND INSTALLATION Sales and installation call Jenn for an appt at: 802 - 226-7810 (We’re the local Folks) 11/17
L. JEFF GILCRIS, BuILDER
PETER JORDAN CONSTRuCTION over 25 years of experience in all phases of construction. Framing, finish carpentry, custom showers and tile work, hardwood flooring, decks, roofing and siding. Fully insured and registered with the State of vermont. lead Paint certified. located in Proctorsville. 802-226-8125 9/30/09
– call Dave leavitt the rotten carpenter, free estimates, fully insured, carpentry, masonry, 20 years experience, fix it like it never happened. 603826-5159, Cell 603-477-2597 4/14
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 BLISS FARM ENTERPRISES top Quality hay, Shavings, Sawdust, and aG. Services. Quality Guaranteed. Bliss Farm since 1940. 802-875-2031 BlissFarmvt802@aol. com now accepting viSa and Mastercard 12/31/09
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
VERMONT GuN & KNIFE SHOWS www.greenmtgunshowtrail.com, Bill & lianne Borchers, 95 cambridgeport rd. chester, vt 05143. 802-380-8351
7/15/2009
GUNS & KNIFE SHOwS
DIVORCE WITH DIGNITY LAuRIE S. LEVIN, VERMONT ATTORNEY
Divorce, real estate, employment and Personal injury, mediation, out of court settlements, over twenty years experience. www.llevinlaw.com call 802-989-9482 4/6/11
MEDIATION
STRUCTURAL REPAIR
GUNS wANTED
Top prices paid for rifles, shotguns and handguns. We are serious buyers for clean used firearms. Carrara’s Firearms 802-492-3339 days – 802-492-3032 nights 4/25/12
MOTORCYCLES/ ATV
all your Motorcycle, Snowmobile, atv Sales, Parts & Service needs authorized yamaha Dealer Since 1970 www.turcosyamaha.com 802-773-8650 6/22
FOuNDATION & DRAINAGE repair, custom lumber and timber, Frames, Free Written estimates, insured with over 30 years experience DON EDGAR CONSTRuCTION 802-875-3056
DAN TuRCO & SONS:
ZAMPINI & SONS lawn care, tree removal, debris removal, residental and commercial property management, we do it all!Fully insured. Free estimates! 603-493-7489
NH LAND Sullivan and cheshire county lotS anD acreaGe By oWner 1 to 200 acres – Fields & Woods recreational or yearround use oWner FinancinG 1-917509-6790 pdkoson@sover.net
wINDOw TREATMENTS
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
HANDY MAN
General contractor for 20 years has gone handy man. Senior citizen discount and a no gouge policy apply. cell 802-376-4440
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MOVERS
TYDANS MOVING INTEGRITY ON THE MOVE - local & long Distance • Residential & Office • Packing & Moving Services • HOME • OFFICE • BUSINESS • ANTIQUES • LABOR • BOXES. credit cards accepted. registered, insured, licensed! intrastate license Mc:497492 - uSDot: 1168395. toll Free 1-877-2049919 local: 1-802-875-6677. WeB: www.vermontsbestmovers.net BOYLE MOVING AND STORAGE an owner/operated full service moving and storage company. Fully licensed and insured. call 802-236-7624/GlBoyle@yahoo.com 7/7
REAL ESTATE
DR. LITTLE STuFF
FARM SUPPLIES
GOT ROT?
HOME DECORATING & REMODELING
affordable design consultations including color selections, room layouts, window treatments and furniture choices. Pond St, ludlow www.chrisandras.com 802-228-2075
RESTORATION
STRuCTuRAL EPA CERTIFIED RENOVATOR 18th/19th century HOuSES & BARNS replace rotten sills, sagging floors, foundations. ANtiQue WooD for SALE. 1-802-251-0000 www. parkerrestoration.com 6/02 AuTHENTIC RESTORATION Structural repair, 30+ year experience, Local, Insured, Lead Certified, Window and Door installation 802-263-5300
CARPET
Bring in this ad and get 10% off your next carpet purchase. Great Selection. Pond St, ludlow. www.chrisandras.com 802-228-2075 08/18/10
CHRISANDRA’S HOME SHOWCASE & DESIGN CENTER
FINANCIAL SERVICES
COMMONWEALTH FINANCIAL NETWORK Specializing in calm, conservative, attentive asset management. let us help you pursue your financial goals. now open in the irasville commons. call Jim adams at 802-496-2511. Securities and advisory services offered through commonwealth Financial network. Member naSD/SiPc. a registered investment advisor. 8/30/08
CHRISANDRA’S HOME SHOWCASE & DESIGN CENTER
JASON AMSDEN PAINTING/COATINGS, GENERAL HOME MODIFICATION 802-875-5659, cell: 802376-3311, fully insuredamsden@ vermontel.net 5/13/2010
OFFSET PRINTING
PRIME OFFSET Print ~ copy ~ Design~ Digital networking ~ internet Printing. 802-773-7221 Fax 802-747-3453 primeoffset@earthlink.net 150 Woodstock avenue, rutland, vt 05701 01/01/09
will buy and sell used cars or pick up your junk cars.they do auto repairs, sell, mount, and balance tires. Do oil changes and brake jobs. 802-843-2200 10/13
GRAFTON SALVAGE
SALVAGE
in Grafton. Monday 5:30 - 7PM/ September classes: Mon and Friday 5:30, Saturday and Sunday 8:00 aM call 802-8432322 oe www.sundarisatnam.com
KuNDALINI YOGA CLASSES
YOGA
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Hey kids, Come to Camp Gokemo
The day care portion of the program, designed for children 6 months to 5 years of age, offers a warm, interactive, state-licensed facility. The day camp portion of the program welcomes children ages 5 to 13 and takes full advantage of the resort setting with outdoor adventure, themed activities, organized games and sports, swimming and crafts. A day at Camp Gokemo includes snacks and lunch, as well as supplies needed for arts and crafts, games and activities. Campers should arrive with sunscreen, bug spray, swimwear, appropriate footwear (sneakers and flip flops), hats, sunglasses, and any personal care items or medications. A change of clothes and a water bottle are a good idea too. Children are welcome for a single day or longer. Pricing is structured on a per-day basis and multi-day packs are available at discounted rates. Additional discounts are available for Vermont residents. Advance registration is recommended. More information about Camp
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Gokemo is available online, or parents may email camp.gokemo@okemo.com or call 802-228-1600.
LUDLOW, Vt. – Okemo Mountain Resort is gearing up for summer with another season of Camp Gokemo day camp and day care at Jackson Gore, starting on June 18 and running through Labor Day weekend. Operating six days a week (closed Sundays), Camp Gokemo is for campers 6 months old to 13 years old. Days are filled with summertime fun, indoor and outdoor activities, arts and crafts; all with a different theme each week.
BROCKWAYS MILL ROAD CLOSURE IN ROCKINGHAM, VT
Brockways Mill Road Closure in Rockingham, Vt The Brockways Mill Road will be closed between the Rockingham/Springfield Town Line south a distance of 1 mile from June 4, 2012 to August 30 due to Construction.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PLYMOUTH TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Town of Chester would like to extend an invitation to the residents of Chester to get involved in your community. There are several volunteer positions that are open, or will be opening up for reappointment. These are great opportunities to serve your community and get involved. Budget Committee Members – 5 positions Planning Commission Member – 1 position Chester Fire Department Chester Ambulance Service All interested parties should send their letter of interest to the Town Manager’s Office at the Chester Town Office, P.O. Box 370, Chester, Vermont, 05143, no later than June 1, 2012.
STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE TO SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY
Grievance hearings for the Town of Rockingham will be held on June 7, 2012 starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Town Hall third floor in Bellows Falls. If you wish to grieve your 2012 Assessment, Homestead or Housesite value, please submit your grievance in writing on or before June 7 at 4:30 p.m. Grievance requests received after June 7, 2012 are not timely. In addition, if you wish to have a hearing in person with the Listers Office, please call to make an appointment between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 802-463-1229 x 101. BOARD OF LISTERS Camilla Roberts – David Gould – Paul Noble
Town of Cavendish, Vermont NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS Agreeably to the provisions of Title 32 Vermont Statutes Annotated, Section 4111, notice is hereby given that the undersigned Listers, within and for the Town of Cavendish have this day completed the Abstract of Individual Lists of persons, co-partnerships, associations, and corporations owning taxable property in said town on the first day of April 2012; that they have this day lodged the same in the office of the Clerk of said town for the inspection of taxpayers; that on the 4 th day of June, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the undersigned Listers will meet at the Town Hall in Cavendish said town, to hear grievances of persons, co-partnerships, associations or corporations aggrieved by any of their appraisals or by any of their acts as such Listers, whose objections thereto in writing shall have been filed with them as prescribed by statute, and to make such corrections in said abstract as shall upon hearing or otherwise be determined by them; and that unless cause to the contrary be shown, the contents of said abstract will, for the year 2012, become the Grand List of said town and of each person, co-partnership, association or corporation therein named. Please call the Cavendish Town Office at 802-226-7291 or 7292 to schedule an appointment. Given under our hands at Cavendish in the County of Windsor this 18 th day of May, 2012 Listers of the Town of Cavendish Jane Pixley Diane M cNamara Virginia Garrow
GRIEVANCE HEARING TOWN OF ROCKINGHAM – BOARD OF LISTERS PO Box 370 Bellows Falls, VT 05101
The Plymouth Town School District is entertaining sealed comparison bus bids for either purchase of or leasing of: (1) 2012-2013 45 passenger school bus or (1) 2012-2013 71 passenger school bus The vehicle must be fully equipped and meet all Vermont and Federal School Bus requirements/regulations. Estimated delivery date must be specified along with information on the warranty. Alternative bids will be allowed, e.g. another motor or transmission, but all differences must be noted. Bids are to include detailed literature and specifications. The Plymouth School Board requests consideration of the following vehicle for trade-in: 2005 International 65 passenger school bus with approximately 157,000 miles. Bid specifications are available at the Superintendent of Schools Office, 8 High Street, Ludlow, VT 05149 or can be requested through email – fickenj@rwsu.org for prospective bidders. Sealed bids will be received until 3:30 p.m. on June 14th, 2012 and opened at a special Plymouth Town School District meeting to be held, Thursday, June 28th, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at the superintendent’s office. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
NOTICE OF SALE Sondre Mitchell Parcel #605029
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Sondre Mitchell by Warranty Deed of Universal Map Real Estate holdings, Inc. dated September 7, 2007 and Recorded in Book 97, Page 125 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS. Alan R. Germain, Sr., Dawn M. Germain and Alan Germain, Jr. The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes and water/sewer rents assessed by the Town for the years 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Alan R. Germain, Sr., Dawn M. Germain and Alan R. Germain, Jr. by Warranty Deed of Betsy A. Dayton dated August 31, 2005 and Recorded in Book 94, Page 176 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes and water/sewer rents with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
Delphi Development & Construction Co., Inc.
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Delphi Development & Construction, Co., Inc. by Quit Claim Deed of Irwin Galkin dated January 20, 2009 and Recorded in Book 98, Page 482 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
NOTICE OF SALE Parcel #050102.200
NOTICE OF SALE Parcel #615007
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Laurie Jean Howard, Dale Richard Howard (now deceased) and David Ray Howard (now deceased) by Warranty Deed of Miller R. Howard dated October 18, 1988 and Recorded in Book 69, Page 176 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
NOTICE OF SALE Laurie Jean Howard Parcel #09014
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2009, 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being a portion of the lands and premises conveyed to Michael J. Wood and Nancy J. Wood by Quit Claim Deed of Michael J. Wood dated December 22, 2010 and Recorded in Book 123, Page 96 of the Town of Chester Land Records. Said portion of lands to include Lots 6 and 7 as shown on a Town of Chester Subdivision, containing approximately 34.06 acres and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Delinquent Tax Collector STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
NOTICE OF SALE Michael J. Wood and Nancy J. Wood Parcel #262062
NOTICE OF SALE Peter Walter Fredyma, II Parcel # 222021.100
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2009, 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Peter Walter Fredyma, II by Warranty Deed of Thomas J. Outlaw dated May 9, 2001 and Recorded in Book 87, Page 36 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
NOTICE OF SALE Edward Giordano Parcel #130131
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2009, 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Edward Giordano by Warranty Deed of Andrew Lavallee dated April 25, 2005 and Recorded in Book 93, Page 357 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012.
Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes
STATE OF VERMONT WINDSOR COUNTY, SS.
NOTICE OF SALE Stephen J. Poremba and Eileen A. Poremba Parcel #312004
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2009, 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Stephen J. Poremba and Eileen A. Poremba by Warranty Deed of Beverly Stocker dated April 2, 2004 and Recorded in Book 92, Page 1 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2009, 2010 and 2010 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being a portion of the lands and premises conveyed to Michael J. Wood and Nancy J. Wood by Quit Claim Deed of Michael J. Wood dated December 22, 2010 and Recorded in Book 123, Page 96 of the Town of Chester Land Records. Said portion of lands to include Lots 1, 2 and 3 as shown on a Town of Chester Subdivision, containing approximately 6.91 acres. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Delinquent Tax Collector
NOTICE OF SALE Michael J. Wood and Nancy J. Wood Parcel #312020
Francis E. Amell, Jr.
The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2010 and 2011 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described land in Town to wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Francis E. Amell, Jr. by Decree of Distribution of the Estate of Francis E. Amell, Sr. dated February 20, 1998 and Recorded in Book 86, Page 286 of the Town of Chester Land Records. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction at the Town Office in Chester, Vermont, a public place in said Town, on the 12th day of June, 2012, at eleven o’clock in the forenoon, as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with costs, unless previously paid. Dated at Chester, in the County of Windsor and State of Vermont, this 7th day of May, 2012. Attest: _______________ David Pisha Collector of Town and Town School District Taxes
NOTICE OF SALE Parcel #050102.200
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AUTOMOTIVE SALES/SERVICE
Stoddard’s Auto Service, Chester, will do inspection on automobiles. Call 802-875-4616 TFN VW Passat 2009 runs good, high miles, dent back door, white, sunroof, $1,300 or B.O. 802-263-5288 5/30 Bellows Falls: 3 bdrm, second/third floor, includes heat, hot water, rubbish and plowing. Newly painted. 1st, last, sec., excellent references required. $950/mo. Call 802-886-3908. TFN Bellows Falls, 1 Bedroom, first floor, $700/ mo. includes heat, hot water, stove, refrigerator, rubbish, plowing, off street parking. Newly painted. 1st, last, Security. Excellent references required. 802-886-3908. TFN
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Springfield – Two bedroom apartment, heat, hot water, trash removal included. $795. 802885-3819 Springfield - One bedroom, first floor, spacious living room, dining room, eat-in-kitchen with dishwasher, heat, hot water, trash removal included. Spring Special $825. per month. Call Hector 802-885-6292 6/18/12 Springfield – Two bedrooms, spacious living room, 1000 square feet, dining room, eat-inkitchen with dishwasher. Heat, hot water, trash removal included. Spring Special $995. Call Hector 802-885-6292 6/18/12 Springfield – One bedroom, One car garage, private apartment. $550.00 a month 802-263-5288
Firewood for sale, good wood mostly oak, cut, split, and delivered. 802-226-7461 9/12/12
GARAGE SALE
392 Route 100 Weston. Friday and Saturday, May 25 & 26 – 9 -4. Tools, old tools, newer, hand, powered and yard, maple dresser, mahogany leaf table. Other furniture, craft/office supplies, car ramps, power lawn mower bicycles and Wood six panel doors. 5/30
HOME FOR REnT
Ludlow – House for rent, one car garage, 2 bathrooms, all new. $1,100 a month 802-356-0992. 6/27/12
AUTOS WAnTED
WE BUY CARS & TRUCKS Complete – delivered $300 and up General Auto Salvage Co. Certified NH Green Yard. 1-800-562-3845 Cash paid - $125. to $500 each – junk or fixable, free pick-up-call or text 603-477-6150 evenings and weekends 5/30/12
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One Magic Chef, 21- cubic foot refrigerator 2 years old. $180 Call 802-722-3081 or 802-4634372 tfn 1997 Toyota Camry, Le Sedan 4D,V6, 125,000 miles, good condition for $3,500. Contact kbhertfo@syr.edu. 2001 Prowler Camper, 27 H LS. large slide out needs some work $3,000 Or B.O. 802-263-5288 5/30/12
nEW EnGLAnD OUTDOOR FURnACES
NEW ENGLAND OuTDOOR FuRNACES Central Boiler wood and pellet furnaces. Save up to $1,600. 866-543-7589 6/29
Chester – One bedroom 750 sq.ft. modern, spacious, first floor. Large livingroom, dining room, eat-in-kitchen, plenty of closet space, heat, hot water, trash removal included. $850. month. Call Hector 802-885-6292 6/18/12 CHESTER – Two bedroom, recently remodeled, 1030 sq. ft. huge living room, dining room, eat-in-kitchen, heat, hot water, trash removal, Spring Special $1030 mo. Hector 802-885-6292 6/118/12 LuDLOW - Large 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, den and updated kitchen. Refinished hardwood floors throughout. New high efficiency furnace and H/W heater. Off street parking. On Okemo Shuttle - 1 mile to Mountain. Private/ quiet setting, yet 2 minute walk to Town. NO SMOKING. Pets considered - references required. $875 per month plus utilities. First, last and security required. Call 201400-8076. Ludlow – One-Bedroom Apartments at Gill Terrace Retirement Apt. II for the elderly, including handicap accessible units, subsidized rent. Now accepting applications for wait list and immediately occupancy. Call 1-800-496-94496/6/12
HELP WAnTED
Rockingham Recreational Department Summer Employment Applications for summer employment with the Rockingham Recreational Department are now available for the following positions: LIFEGuARDS AND PLAYGOuND STAFF Applications may be picked up and returned to: Rockingham Recreation Center 10 Playground Road, Bellows Falls, VT or Downloaded on the Town of Rockingham website www.rockbr.org under job opportunities: Application deadline is April 13th, 2012 For info call 802-463-9732 The Rec is open Monday- Friday 3-5pm and Weekends 1-5pm EOE
ADULT & CHILD CARE
WEE HAVEN Childcare & Preschool Call Jen at 603-826-KIDS (5437) E-mail: weehavenchildcare@comcast.net Visit us at: WeeHaven.org
DUPLEX FOR REnT
Bellows Falls – Spacious two-story 3-bedroom Duplex apartment. Three bedrooms & bath upstairs. LR,DR & Kitchen on first flr. Hdwd floors, off street parking. $774/mo. Call 802-376-7416 6/13/12
FURnISHED HOUSE FOR REnT
Chester, VT. 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, No Smoking, No Pets $975 per month plus utilities. 802875-7474 tfn
VACATIOn REnTAL
Derby Line Vermont Lake Salem 3 bedroom, 2 bath, indoor pool, hot tub, $1,000 a week, 802-263-5288 5/30
AGRICULTURE
BLISS FARM SINCE 1940 TOP quALITY HAY 1st cut@$4.75/bale, 2nd cut @ $6.50/bale Shavings @ $4.95/bag Pick-up or delivery avail. Now accepting MC/Visa. Call 802-875-2031 TFN
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
GREEN FIREWOOD, cut, split and delivered. 802-875-3626 TFN
Green Mountain Forestry Services, LLC Firewood For Sale By The Cord $175.00 Green $195.00 Semi Seasoned $275.00 Dry/Seasoned We can custom cut lengths/Standard cuts 16” & 18” Contact us Cell 802-591-1136 Talk to Jarod Office 802-747-4633/Fax 802-747-4634 Visit Our Web Site – gmfservicesllc.com
GARAGE SALE
Gigantic Garage Sale, Cake Sale Lunch available. Friday May 25, 9-3 Saturday, May 26, 10 – 5 Sunday May 27, 9 – 12 Bag Sale from 12 to 2 p.m. Church of Annunciation Depot St. Ludlow GARAGE-A-quE Front lawn of the Stone Hearth Inn, 698 Route 11 West, Chester. Saturday June 2, Sunday June 3, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WAnTED TO BUY
Cash paid for antique furniture, china, glassware, artwork & paintings, books, firearms, Oriental rugs, gold and silver jewelry, coins & stamp collections, paper money, sterling silver, military items, tools, mid-20th century modern or anything unique. Making house calls since 1979. Call Greg 603-903-3069 gwalsh1889@hotmail.com 6/27/12
HOME FOR REnT
Plymouth - 2 BR house available Dec. 2011, heat, electric, plowing, and rubbish removal Included. $1100.00 Month. First, Last, references & credit check required. 802-780-7532 tfn
Kuhn El 50N Tiller $2,000 or best offer. Tel. 802-259-2473
Simone Dinnerstein Performs Bach
rial concert for Harry B. Watton, II at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph on Friday, June 1, at 7:30 p.m. Janet Watton, President of the Board of Directors of Chandler Center for the Arts, is offering this concert to friends, family, the community, and all who love music, in memory of her late husband, who died on November 4, 2011 at their home in Randolph Center after a prolonged illness. A reception will be held for the audience following the
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RANDOLPH, VT -Internationally acclaimed pianist Simone Dinnerstein will be performing an all-Bach memo-
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concert in the Chandler Gallery. Ms. Dinnerstein makes her fourth appearance at Chandler with this performance. During each of these stays in Randolph, she made her home with the Wattons. Over many conversations about the mutual love of music, a friendship developed and she graciously offered to remember her friend in this way. On the program will be the French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816, the English Suite No. 3 in G minor, BWV 808, and the Partita No. 1 in B-flat Major, BWV 825. Ms. Dinnerstein says of performing Bach, "It takes a lot of
imagination to play Bach, and even people who don't listen to classical music have an emotional response." The International Piano periodical says of Ms. Dinnerstein's approach, "It is refreshing to hear Bach playing that needs to prove no points, instead allowing music of genius to shine out, played with intelligence, clarity and great affection – as well as high spirits aplenty..." There is no admission charge and no tickets are required. Donations may be made in Harry Watton's memory to support fine classical music at Chandler.
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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 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. 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. 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, Alstead, NH Every Thurs. Bingo 6:30-9 p.m. Doors open @ 5:30 p.m. Refreshments are sold in the kitchen. 21 players and more
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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 Watchers 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. SUNDAYS Vision of Light Church of Spiritualism and Healing meets every Sunday in Hartland, Vermont The 10 a.m. serviceincludes sermon, healing circle and spiritual messages.Potluck after service. 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
BREAKFASTS LUNCHES & DINNERS Friday, June 1 A FREE community dinner will be hosted by the North Springfield Baptist Church Friday, June 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The dinner includes casseroles, baked beans, soups, salads, desserts and beverages. Everyone is welcome to attend. Take-out is available. The church is located at 69 Main St., North Springfield, VT and is handicapped accessible. For more information call 802-886-8107. Saturday, June 2 Ham Dinner at Industrial Grange #127, Saturday, June 2, 2012 from 5 to 7 p.m.Andover Town Hall, Adults: $8, Under 12 $5. Under 5 FREE, Menu: Baked Ham, Macaroni & Cheese, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Bread, Jello with FruitCoffee, Lemonade, water. Sunday, June 3 Community Breakfast at the Gassetts Grange. It consists of bacon, sausage, eggs, homefries, pancakes, all the fixings, and beverages. It is buffet style and goes from 8-10 a.m. Gassetts Grange is located at JCT of Rte 10 & 103N, Chester,VT. It is a $5 donation at the door. Hawk’s Mtn. Grange Hall, Old Center St., Perkinsville, VT is holding Ham Dinner on Sunday, June 3, 2012 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Menu: Ham, mashed potatoes, pineapple, raisin sauce, beets, green beans, cole slaw, rolls, coffee, tea, milk and pie. Adults $10, Children 6-12 $5, under 6 free. For more information call Gloria at 802-263-5233. 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, June 2 Looking forward to yard sale season? Don’t miss stopping by the Yard & Bake Sale on Saturday, June 2, at First Congregational Church in Springfield. Open hours will be 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. CHURCH SERVICES Monday, June 3 The Springfield High School Class of 2012, family and friends, and members of the community are invited to gather on Sunday ~ June 3 ~ 7pm for a traditional Baccalaureate Service. This will take place at the Springfield United Methodist Church on Valley Street. As these young adults start out on a new adventure in life, may we give them hope and love for the journey.. Please plan to attend! Sunday, June 10 The United Church of Bellows Falls, School Street, will host a baccalaureate service on June 10, 2 p.m. The public is invited to attend this service of blessing and prayer for area graduates, organized by Rev. Janice Chilek. A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow the service. LIBRARY EVENTS Thursday, May 31 Night of 1000 Stars - Thursday, May 31 at 7 p.m. at the Weathersfield Proctor Library. Five local readers will read selections from their favorite books during this community event now in its 22nd year. Everyone is welcome and refreshments will be served. The Weathersfield Proctor Library is located at 5181 Route 5 in Ascutney, VT. For more information please visite www.weathersfieldproctorlibrary.org or call 802-6742863. Thursday, June 14 Are you using an eReader to read books? Did you know that you can download free eBooks from your library? Bring your eReader to the Weathersfield Proctor Library on June 14 for this instructional program. If you don't have an eReader, but are interested in learning more about eBooks this program is for you too! Please call the Library at 802-674-2863 or email: library@weathersfield. org . The Weathersfield Proctor Library is located at 5181 Route 5 Ascutney, VT 05030. MEETINgS Sunday, June 3 The Main Street Arts Theatre Group is holding a potluck and planning
meeting Sunday, June 3 at 6 p.m. at the Saxtons River community arts center. Anyone interested in planning for the upcoming MSA theatre season in any capacity is invited to attend. Items for discussion include next winter’s musical production, My Favorite Broadway 2013 Cabaret, a possible summer cabaret, and other projects. Further information is available by contacting MSA at 802-869-2960 or info@mainstreetarts.org. Monday, June 4 The Springfield American Legion, Post No. 18, will meet on Monday, June 4, at the new Springfield Police Station on Clinton St. at 7 p.m. The Springfield Town Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, June 4 at 7 p.m. at the HCRS building at 390 River St. On the agenda will be planning for upcoming events. More information call 802-8856388. Wednesday, June 6 The Cavendish-William French Chapter DAR will meet at the Calvin Coolidge Birthplace in Plymouth, VT. The program will be: a tour of the Coolidge homestead at noon. Admission group fee is $6.50 each. Lunch will be at The Wilder House. Roll Call: Short tale about President Coolidge. Thursday, June 7 The Black River/Lafayette Lodge will meet Thursday June 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the lodge on Buttermilk Falls road in Ludlow VT. There is ample space to park. Sunday, June 10 The Veterans of Foreign Wars will meet on Sunday June 10, at 2:30 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall on Library Ave., in Alstead, NH. Monday, June 11 The Windsor County Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, June 11 at 7 p.m. at Damon Hall in Hartland. Special guests will be Vermont Attorney General Bill Sorrell and T.J Donovan, candidates for Attorney General in the upcoming primary election. More information call 802-885-6388. Thursday, June 14 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 Sunday, June 17 The Finnish American Society will meet at the Black River Senior Center on Sunday, June 17, at 1 p.m. Monday, June 18 The Alstead American Legion will meet on Monday, June 18, at 7 p.m. at the Town Hall on Main Street in Alstead, NH. SPECIAL EVENTS Saturday, May 26 & Sunday May 27 Vermont Open Studio Weekend Statewide – May 26-27, 2012 Vermont’s natural scenic beauty is enhanced each spring when the work of more than 285 Vermont artists and craftspeople can be seen
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call Bonnie at 802-875-3500. Monday, June 4 Dancing with Parkinson’s class on Monday, June 4, at the Cheshire Medical Center’s Auditorium in Keene, NH, from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. For more information contact Kathy at 802-869-3695 or e-mail starbooks06@yahoo.com. There is a suggested donation of $3 to $5. Saturday, June 9 The Walpole Historicaal Society will sponsor another free Genealogy Workshop on Saturday, June 9 2012 from 10-12 noon. Jeanne & Peter Jeffries have pursued Genealogy for over 30 years and welcome beginners as well as experienced persons. Hints regarding research sources as well as stone walls will be shared. Call for reservation at 603-756-2933. More information can be found on the Walpole Historical Society website: walpolehistory.org. Sunday, June 10 The NH Antique Tractor Club will be having a Tractor Pull event at Whelan Engineering in the CEDA Industrial Park in Charlestown, NH on Sunday, June 10, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5 hitch fee for pulling tractors and weigh in begins at 7 a.m. Free admission for spectators. Rte 12 just North of Charlestown, NH. Food Available. Rain or Shine. For information or directions call Melvin at 603-5428191 or Lorraine at 603-543-3359. BMAC - Birdseye MT. ATV Club, Monthly meeting; June 10, 2012 at 4 p.m. at BMAC Trailhead, West Rd. West Rutland/Ira, VT. Please bring a nonperishable item for donation to the West Rutland Food Shelf Monday, June 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 are on sale at the door. We also ask for a $5 donation at the door. Gassetts Grange is located at JCT of Rte 10 &103N. Chester, VT. For more information call Bonnie at 802-875-3500. Tuesday, June 12 Learn how to Make Paneer, Caramel, and Ice Cream from Raw Goats’ Milk! Class presented by Rural Vermont and taught by Maeve Mangine of Tangled Roots Farm. Tuesday, June 12th, 1 – 4 pm, Tangled Roots Farm, Shrewsbury, $20-40 sliding scale, pre-registration required. All proceeds benefit Rural Vermont. To sign up or for more info, call Rural Vermont at 802-223-7222 or email shelby@ ruralvermont.org. Friday, June 29 Dairy Day at the Bellows Falls Farmers Market from 4-7 p.m. Come and celebrate Dairy Month at the market! Get a chance to meet a dairy goat, sample some cheese, make butter and enjoy music by The Milkhouse Heaters. For more
info contact Rachel at bellowsfallsmarket@gmail.com or 802463-2018. Saturday, July 14 Beekeepers must take timely steps to control American Foulbrood and Varroa mites to SAVE THE BEES! Charles Andros, former NH/VT Apiary Inspector, will hold a beekeeping workshop from 1-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, at 18 MacLean Road, Alstead, NH 03602. Look for the "BEE" sign on the south side of Walpole Valley Road. The topics of discussion will be taking off and extracting honey, wax processing, treatment of mites and foulbrood, and making propolis tincture. Bring a veil, if you have one, as we shall be opening some colonies. We'll be inside if it is a rainy day. Water and chair may also come in handy.
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10B May 30, 2012
Vermont Journal/The Shopper
BRAND NEW GMC TRUCKS AVAILABLE AT SIMILAR SAVINGS!
400+
NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO WE HAVE A TRUCK FOR YOU!
BRAND NEW 2012 GMC
Stk.# ST12339 MSRP: $23,580
BRAND NEW 2012 GMC
1500 REG CAB
V6 Engine Automatic Transmission Air Conditioning Dual Airbags Tow Hooks & More!
1500 4WD REG CAB
V6 Engine • 4x4 Automatic Transmission Air Conditioning Dual Airbags Cloth Interior & More!
Stk.# ST12245 MSRP: $26,705
15 IN-STOCK S!
AT SIMILAR SAVING
25 IN-STOCK S!
AT SIMILAR SAVING
$
14,997 138
$
Stk.#ST12356
BUY IT FOR
LEASE IT FOR
$
PER MO.
18,997 158
$
Stk.# ST12156
BUY IT FOR
LEASE IT FOR
PER MO.
MUST FINANCE OR LEASE WITH DEALER. ALL LEASES FOR WELL QUALIFIED LESSEES. 27 MONTH LEASE 22,500 MILES. $1999 DOWN PAYMENT AND 1ST PAYMENT DUE AT SIGNING. LESSEE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESS WEAR AND TEAR AND $0.25 PER MILE OVER 22,500 MILES. ADVERTISED PAYMENTS DO NOT INCLUDE TAX, TITLE, OR REGISTRATION. MUST HAVE CURRENT LEASE ON A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE. CONTACT DEALER FOR DETAILS.
BRAND NEW! 2012 GMC 1500 REGULAR CAB
CANYON
MSRP $18,300
BRAND NEW! 2012 GMC 1500 4X4 REGULAR CAB
$ YOU SAVE 5,303!
SIERRA
MSRP $28,480 + $4,850 7 1/2 Stainless Plow
2.9l i4 Engine • Manual • Air Conditioning 3.73 Rear Axle Ratio • Dual Stage Tailgate • Cloth Auto Head Lamps • 4850 G.V.W & More!
V8 Engine • Automatic • A/C H.D. Trailering Package • Skid Plates Locking Rear Differential & More!
$
MUST BE A BUSINESS OWNER AND UPFIT VEHICLE, FINANCE FULL AMOUNT THROUGH DEALER FOR MINIMUM 60 MONTH TERM, BE A CURRENT LESSEE OF A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE TO QUALIFY.
12,997
GREAT GAS MILEAGE!
5 SPEED MANUAL!
$
MUST BE A BUSINESS OWNER AND UPFIT VEHICLE, FINANCE FULL AMOUNT THROUGH DEALER FOR MINIMUM 60 MONTH TERM, BE A CURRENT LESSEE OF A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE TO QUALIFY.
22,997
$ YOU SAVE 10,333!
7 1/2’ STAINLESS
PLOW INCLUDED!
BRAND NEW! 2012 GMC 2500 4X4 REG CAB
SIERRA
Stk.# ST12350 MSRP $34,465 + $5,250 8’ Boss Plow
BRAND NEW! 2012 GMC
Stk.#ST12112
3500 4X4 SERVICE BODY
$ YOU SAVE 11,718!
SIERRA
MSRP $35,093 + $7,495 Service Body
8’ Boss Plow • H.D. Trailering Pkg. Air Conditioning • CD Stereo Camper Mirrors & More!
6.0L V8 Engine • Automatic Transmission Air Conditioning • Power Windows/Locks • Cruise Snow Plow Prep Package • Receiver Hitch & More!
$
MUST BE A BUSINESS OWNER AND UPFIT VEHICLE, FINANCE FULL AMOUNT THROUGH DEALER FOR MINIMUM 60 MONTH TERM, BE A CURRENT LESSEE OF A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE TO QUALIFY.
27,997
8’ BOSS PLOW INCLUDED!
$
MUST BE A BUSINESS OWNER AND UPFIT VEHICLE, FINANCE FULL AMOUNT THROUGH DEALER FOR MINIMUM 60 MONTH TERM, BE A CURRENT LESSEE OF A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE TO QUALIFY.
29,997
$ YOU SAVE 12,591!
100% ALUMINUM SERVICE BODY!
BRAND NEW! 2011 GMC 3500 UTILITY VAN
Stk.#ST111178
SAVANA
MSRP $29,241 + $11,950 Aluminum 57” Utility Van
BRAND NEW! 2012 GMC 3500 DUMP TRUCK
$ YOU SAVE 11,194!
SIERRA
MSRP $34,675 + $7,200 Dump Body
Stk.#ST12211
Aluminum 11’ Service Body w/Ladder Rack Receiver Hitch • LED Stop Lamps Locking Rear Differential • A/C & More!
6.0L V8 Engine • Automatic • 9’ Dump Body • A/C Snow Plow Prep Pkg. • All-Terrain Tires • Locking Diff. 11 Ton Capacity Hoist • 3.73 Rear Axle Ratio & More!
$
MUST BE A BUSINESS OWNER AND UPFIT VEHICLE, FINANCE FULL AMOUNT THROUGH DEALER FOR MINIMUM 60 MONTH TERM, BE A CURRENT LESSEE OF A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE TO QUALIFY.
29,997
3
IN-STOCK AT SIMILAR SAVINGS!
$
MUST BE A BUSINESS OWNER AND UPFIT VEHICLE, FINANCE FULL AMOUNT THROUGH DEALER FOR MINIMUM 60 MONTH TERM, BE A CURRENT LESSEE OF A QUALIFYING NON-GM VEHICLE AND TRADE A 2007 OR NEWER VEHICLE TO QUALIFY.
29,997
$ YOU SAVE 11,878!
72
GAS & DIESEL DUMP TRUCKS AVAILABLE!
1-888-769-7854
www.springfieldautomart.com
RetAIL PRICe (MSRP) IS A PRICe Set by the MAnUFACtUReR And doeS not neCeSSARILy ReFLeCt the PRICe ACtUALLy PAId by ConSUMeRS. ALL RebAteS to be ASSIGned bACK to deALeR. ALL PRICeS & PAyMentS eXCLUde tAX, tItLe, And ReGIStRAtIon FeeS WheRe APPLICAbLe. $175 AdMInIStRAtIon Fee InCLUded In ALL SALe PRICeS. PhotoS ARe FoR ILLUStRAtIon PURPoSeS onLy And MIGht VARy by ModeL. no deALeRS PLeASe. RebAteS SUbJeCt to ChAnGe WIthoUt notICe. ALL SALe PRICeS bASed on deALeR dISCoUnt And the MAXIMUM AMoUnt oF FACtoRy RebAteS And InCentIVeS. SoMe CUStoMeRS MAy not .qUALIFy FoR the MAXIMUM AMoUnt oF RebAteS. See ShoWRooM FoR detAILS. FACtoRy InCentIVe PRoGRAMS SUbJeCt to ChAnGe And MAy AFFeCt theSe oFFeRS. not CoMPAtAbLe WIth( deAL oF the dAy) PRoMotIon. SALe endS 5/25/12