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HaHardwick ◆ Greensborord ◆ Craftsburyw ◆ Wickolcott ◆ Walden ◆ Stannard Gazette ◆ Woodbury ◆ Calais ◆ Cabot ◆ Marshfield Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Volume 120, Number 30 Buildings’ Owners Get State Tax Credits To Help With Construction by Tommy Gardner by the Downtown Development 40 projects were submitted. HARDWICK — As builders Board for Downtown and Village Hamel received tax credits work on getting two dilapidated his- Center State Tax Credits, which an- before from the Downtown Devel- toric structures fixed up and brought nounced the news Friday. In total, opment Board, when he renovated back to their original glory, they the board awarded $1.7 million to a the “1874 Building” on Main Street. have received help from the state in dozen different projects in an effort He said he will sell the tax credits the form of tax credits that can be to help revitalize historic downtown to a bank — which is standard used to offset construction costs. buildings. operating procedure with these tax Larry and Lise Hamel received According to David Mace, a credits — and use the money to- $192,000, thorugh their business spokesman for the Vermont Agency ward construction costs. Cornerstone Restoration Corp., of Commerce and Community Devel- The paperwork was tedious, LLC, to be applied toward $1.2 mil- opment, these tax credits can only be but the payoff was worth it, he lion in restoration costs for the awarded to buildings in towns that said. Hardwick Inn. Michael and Claudia have designated downtown or vil- “Man, I wrote a novel,” he said, Gohl received $82,949, which they lage center status. This status is de- referring to the inch-thick ream of will use to help pay for the esti- termined by the Vermont Downtown papers he sent to the Downtown mated $600,000 construction cost of Program, which has been around Development Board when applying the brick Marshall Building on Main about 10 years. for the tax credits. “I had to describe Street. The name of their business Mace said the tax credits have every nail and every board (in the is Hardwick 87, LLC. become much more competitive in 12,000 square-foot building).” These projects were approved recent years. This year, more than See CREDITS, Page Three Tax Credits Could Lead

To Craftsbury Academy A Bridge Over Quiet Waters Over the weekend, the eight steel I beams holding up the former bridge on Wolcott Street had not yet been removed, but were all gone by Tuesday. The concrete abutments holding up the bridge will be capped and five new stronger steel I beams will be installed. Renovation And Repair Blow & Cote, Inc. of Morrisville began dismantling the old bridge on July 27 and the new bridge is to be completed by Nov. 13. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) by June Pichel Cook credit program, along with neighbor- Board hearing in late July, CRAFTSBURY — The grand ing Hardwick, Glover, and West Craftsbury won approval for Vil- old building that serves as the town’s Glover. Heidi Krantz and Linda lage Center designations on the high school, Craftsbury Academy, Ramsdell brought the Downtown and Common and in Craftsbury village. may be getting a facelift, a tummy Village Center State Tax Credits pro- The program is designed to revital- tuck, and a couple nips here and gram to the attention of the Select ize historic buildings and rejuve- there. A $137,500 Village School Board and School Board earlier this nate downtown or village centers. Tax Credit allocation grant was year, assembled the application for With the Village Center desig- Elm Street Cemetery Vandalized announced by Gov. Jim Douglas at a Downtown Village Center designa- nations it was possible for the tax ceremony in Springfield last week. tion, and prepared the tax credit grant credit grants to be considered. The by Will Walters Domey determined which The cemetery commissioners Select Board chair Caleb Craftsbury is one of 12 commu- applications. grants were submitted by the CABOT — Twenty one grave- markers fell over during the win- will begin notifying relatives of Pitkin said there was a possibility nities sharing in a $1.7 million tax At the Downtown Development See ACADEMY, Page Three stones were tipped over or broken ter and which appeared to have the damaged monuments. Domey the town would offer a reward, but at the town’s Elm Street cemetery been pushed over. She said she said that the older grave markers said “I can’t speak to that until our last week, according to Cemetery contacted Melvin Churchill, may not have known relatives. next meeting.” He said he put it on Commissioner Marvey Domey. chair of the cemetery commis- Domey said there has been the agenda. “It’s a shame that ‘Natural’ Food Supplier The incident, discovered Wednes- sion, and Town Clerk Tara vandalism before at both Durant people have to work out their is- day morning, is believed to have Rogerson using Codling’s cell and Elm Street cemeteries, but it sues that way. [It’s] too bad that occurred the night before. The cem- phone. Codling, requested by the was damage to the fountains, lawn when people go on sprees they don’t etery is the town’s second largest, cemetery commissioners, con- equipment or stealing tools from consider the pain and expense they Targeted By Watchdog Group with over 885 headstones and side tacted the state police. the sheds. This is the first time are inflicting on people.” markers. Rogerson took pictures of the there has been major damage to Senior Trooper Todd Ambroz by Tommy Gardner noted she and other members often and manufacturing standards, she The damage spread from the damage to report to the town’s in- the headstones. of the state police is conducting HARDWICK — The Organic have to “police” UNFI as Buffalo added. corner closest to Elm Street and surance carrier. She said an ini- Velma Smith, former sexton, the investigation. He said he was Consumers Association, a large Mountain tries to stock its shelves According to Ryan Zinn, OCA’s continued to the farther end of the tial report had to be made within said it was “inexcusable to come in given a couple of local names but grassroots organization that ad- according to its mission slogan: “Food national campaign director, United cemetery. Seeing the large gran- 24 hours and another when the and do that kind of damage to a needed more information before dresses issues nationwide dealing for people, not for profit.” She said Natural’s methods used to reach ite bases upended from the ground cost of the damage is determined. cemetery. I was just devastated talking to the suspects. Although with food and industrial agricul- ordering groceries for the store is a that “natural” status echo many gives the impression that more Domey said she and Churchill when I went over and saw that.” he lives in Cabot, he said he is ture, is accusing United Natural challenge, and involves research on other large corporations. Organic than one person was involved. will inspect the headstones and One of the toppled headstones one of only two troopers to cover Foods, Inc., of flooding the market what truly is — and what is not — Consumers Association is charging Domey said she received a decide which can be reseated and named Jane Walbridge, wife of the county and would need sub- with conventional foods local, organic and natural. UNFI and grocery chain Whole call from Mark Codling around which need repair. Some of the John Walbridge whose great- stantive information to spend “greenwashed” with organic labels. A good portion of the groceries at Foods Markets with cavalier usage 10:30 or 11 a.m., July 29 about marble markers from the 1800s grandson Bill Wheeler lives in time coming to the town to work United Natural Foods, Inc., is the the co-op are delivered from within a of the term “natural” in many of the damage he observed upon arriv- were broken before from weather Cabot. Wheeler, distressed by on the case. nation’s largest wholesaler of natu- couple hours, often in the back of a products they carry. Zinn calls this ing at the cemetery for landscape and will be increasingly difficult malicious damage to a family Anyone with information is ral and organic food and is the main pick-up truck or a station wagon, practice “greenwashing,” and says maintenance. The call prompted to repair, she said. member’s grave, said “I hope they asked to contact Ambroz at 229- food supplier of the Hardwick-based from area farms, dairies and baker- many of these so-called natural an immediate response from town “We will go over it and decide find out who did this and take 9191 or Central Vermont Crime Buffalo Mountain Food Co-op. ies, she said. Co-op members can products are often produced with officials. on a damage amount,” Domey said. them to task.” Stoppers at 1-800-529-9998. Annie Gaillard, one of the local more easily identify and get to know disregard for organic standards. co-ops longest-serving members, these producers and their growing See SUPPLIER, Page Four Grange Hall To Library Private Parties Celebrate 100 Years As Upset Trustee; Effort To New Members Sought by Tommy Gardner ninth Grange. Bell and other promi- EAST HARDWICK — Cale- nent farmers in the area previously Change Policy Thwarted donia Grange Number 9 celebrates met informally until Bell found its 100th year in East Hardwick about the National Grange, founded this Sunday, with a century’s worth in 1867 in Washington D.C. by June Pichel Cook included “those who made a signifi- vides. He argued once funds are of photographs and agricultural Farm life post-Civil War became GREENSBORO — A private cant volunteer effort toward the suc- given to the library, the funds be- tools on display. And maybe with more sociable with the advent of the party Saturday to thank donors to cess of the Capital Campaign” and come “public” funds, and donors newfound relevance. Grange, Buscemi said. And Grang- the Greensboro Free Library Capi- donors who had contributed around may not want money spent on a John Buscemi lives near the ers helped shape farmers into a vis- tal Campaign raised concerns about $500. Trustee president Stephanie celebration. Grange Hall in the house once owned ible, powerful group, especially in the library’s “country library im- Herrick said over 400 people had “This is a new area of policy we by Gov. Charles Bell, a Walden resi- See GRANGE, Page Two age.” Library trustee Aaron contributed to the campaign with are into,” he said. “It is a private dent and one of the founding mem- Kromash brought the issue to the gifts ranging from $10 to $50,000. party, and the general public is not bers of Caledonia Number 9. trustee’s meeting last week and pro- Kromash felt a private party invited. I would like to establish a Buscemi said the Grange Hall struc- posed amending the policies and didn’t seem “to fit the way we do policy that it is not a library event ture remains relatively unchanged procedures of the library. things.” He said a modest thank you and have it done that way.” from when it was built. Grange The guest list for the party, held was in order along with providing Herrick pointed out the Board “Other than the addition of elec- at the home of trustee Diane Irish, the good services the library pro- See LIBRARY, Page Two tricity (and a rest room), the build- ing has not changed since 1909,” Centennial Buscemi said. “Even the paint in- side is the same.” Celebration The East Hardwick Grange was started in 1872, making it the oldest Children Create A John continuously-operating grange in Schedule Vermont, five years on the heels of EAST HARDWICK — The the national Grange (short-form for Caledonia Grange Hall centen- The National Grange of the Order of nial celebration kicks off at 11 Cage Prepared Piano Patrons of Husbandry). a.m., Sunday the way Grang- According to Buscemi, Granges ers started their meetings 100 by June Pichel Cook percussion orchestra at his finger- He admits it was pushing the were established as a way for small years ago, with an old-fash- GREENSBORO — To create a tips if he “prepared” the piano. boundary for young students be- rural towns to try to encourage the ioned social and hymn sing- John Cage “Prepared Piano” from a A prepared piano is one that has cause placing the object is a very local youth to stay in town, instead along at the First Congrega- 150-year-old-Chickering & Sons the sound altered by placing objects finite movement. Knaack, trained of going to the city, where they did tional Church. player piano with young children between or on the strings or on the as a classical percussionist, stud- not have to wake up at 4:30 a.m., The hall will have its doors would appear to be more than one hammers or dampers. Knaack and ied and played with Cage. He also and where they could find creature open at noon, and Grange mem- person would try to accomplish. his young charges, using found ob- played in orchestras. comforts, such as electric lights and bers will serve up a lunch fea- Making music, jamming on junk, jects such as rubber tubing, bolts, “By creating the prepared pi- night-time entertainment. In the turing salads and rolls made and pushing musical boundaries is washers, hard and soft wood, inserted ano, you have a whole percussion 1870s, these were major draws for from recipes from the early a fun-filled, serious passion for them on and between the piano orchestra in the hands of one per- 100 Years And Counting curious farm folks. Rachel Kane, master of the Caledonia Grange 9 of East Hardwick, 1900s. The price for lunch — Donald Knaack, “The Junkman.” strings to simulate the sound of per- former,” Knaack said. With the help of Gov. Bell, Ver- 50 cents — is a throwback to an Children at Wonder & Wisdom cussion instruments. Leading up to their jam ses- holds an American flag, as John Buscemi, past master, and Ardys mont became the first New England early era as well. spent last week with Knaack, who “By placing the objects in the sion Friday afternoon, the young Luther, lecturer, hold the Grange’s Altar Cloth. The Grange is state to start a Grange, in St. Johns- Grangers will conduct worked with with them to create a strings,” Knaack said, “the kind of children explored a variety of mu- celebrating 100 years of the building of the hall on Aug. 9 with a bury, and numerous more in the tours of the hall, and Walden Prepared Piano. The term was sound you want is determined. It sical mediums. They made wind program, which will include a hymn sing, and a cold lunch at the Northeast Kingdom (before it was resident Paul Wood will show completely eliminates the piano Congregational Church. A history of the Grange and turn of the coined by John Cage in the late chimes with objects brought from known as such) quickly sprouted See SCHEDULE, Page Two 1930s. Cage understood a single pia- sound. The sounds are determined home — wood, golf club shafts, ski century agricultural tools display will be at the Grange Hall in the up. As evidenced by its name, East nist could have the equivalent of a by placement of the object.” See PIANO, Page Eight afternoon. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) Hardwick was Caledonia County’s Page Two The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 It’s Official: Hardwick Area Transition Town Begins ‘Education Blitz’ by Tommy Gardner To that end, Hardwick residents sign and whatnot for the past year HARDWICK — The Hardwick Mary and Alan Gagnon are working or so, and it is a way for me to get Area Transition Town is officially on a game plan to try to convince involved (with HATT).” he said. the 34th town in the United States libraries and schools to incorporate Everything Transition Towns do to bear that designation. Now, mem- education about climate change, is predicated on the idea that world bers are beginning an “education sustainability, water quality and doz- oil reserves will eventually dry up blitz” in an attempt to inform local ens of related issues. Mary Gagnon and the human race had better learn residents and government officials said the “education blitz” will begin in to adapt to life without petroleum Vandals tipped over and destroyed headstones in the Elm Street about their efforts in preparing for a earnest once the school year starts. and petroleum products. Transition Cemetery in Cabot last week. The cemetery is the town’s second world without oil. In the meantime, the Gagnons Town says just about every facet of largest, with over 885 headstones and side markers and 21 of them Although HATT does not desig- have set aside shelf space at their human existence will change, from nate any one person as its head or Mill Street video store with various environment to financial systems, were damaged. State police are investigating the crime. (See story, leader, Stannard resident Jane media about the issues Transition transportation to construction. Page 1) Buchan handled the application pro- Towns are trying to address. Buchan likened Transition (photo by Will Walters) cess to get Hardwick and surround- “Two shelves are about the prob- Town to a “friendly virus,” insofar ing towns recognized by the national lems we’re facing,” Mary Gagnon as they spread from one problem Transition Town organization. said, “and two shelves are about area to another, and try to fix those year’s meetings planning Sunday’s Buchan said it used to be a cumber- different ways out.” problems. Grange centennial celebration. But the some process to apply for official Also on the agenda is a forth- Too much traffic? Perry Heller Continued From Page One Grange’s current focus right now is recognition, because everyone in the coming internet presence for HATT. organizes bike rides every Thurs- the vibrant East Hardwick chapter, preserving family farms that go back world had to direct their entreaties As the group gains more members, day evening to get people pedalling pooling their money to collectively generations, as well as trying to to tiny Totnes, England, the birth- mass emails are becoming more instead of putting the pedal to the purchase materials at lower costs, retool for the future. For instance, place of Transition Town. cumbersome. James Lovinsky Jr., metal. Grocery bills rising? There and helping to shape farm policy. Luther said, some meeting time has Now that HATT is official, stepped up and volunteered to make are upcoming workshops teaching The annual East Hardwick Grange been dedicated to trying to find ways Buchan said it is time to slowly a web page. Lovinsky said he has food preservation and root cellar Fair rivaled the Caledonia County to bring “value-added” and organic inform the citizenry about its goals not yet started the design, but said storage. Got dough? Frey Ellis will Fair in popularity, Buscemi noted. farmers into the mix. and ideas. he would like to make the web site show the ins and outs of making a “It was not the formation of a Luther said of the 20 current “We are making a concerted ef- so people can post their own photos bread-oven out of found bricks. political group, per se, but they had members, only one is a full-time fort to show what peak oil is, and and articles and announcements, “It’s like fighting an infection in clout,” he said. “It was a very power- farmer, and none of them are (the importance of) reducing our similar to a social networking site. the body,” Buchan said. “Let’s go ful, influential organization.” younger than middle-aged, and get- carbon footprint,” she said. “I’ve been doing some web de- over here and fix this part.” Grangers were a forward-think- ting younger farmers to join is diffi- ing group, as well, as early advo- cult. cates for rural free delivery and gen- “There doesn’t seem to be an der equality. It was, and is, a frater- inclination for young people to join One Town’s Tax Rates Drop, nal organization that has always anything these days,” she said. “I allowed women as equal members, think all organizations are strug- and even reserves official position gling.” Other Towns Increase Rates strictly for females. Not Your Grandparents’ by Tommy Gardner board meeting the school rate educated guess,” Lewis said. “But Ardys Luther has been an East Grange The Hardwick town tax rate for went down this year. (sometimes) we pay the price for Hardwick Granger for 50 years, and Buscemi said with the burgeon- FY/2010 has been set, and everyone’s Town Manger Rob Lewis told making educated guesses.” is one of the organizers of this ing agricultural scene revitalizing taxes will be lower than they were the board at its last meeting that manager Greg Hebert, right, keeps track of the contents. Calderwood, Bradley, joined when they were a as a vital part of that scene, and not were not taken off the grand list this this past year, two of which — the value, an increase of $109 over FY/ a senior at the Rochester Institute of Technology, has an internship young couple, and although there as a relic where elderly people meet year. Hardwick Inn and the Marshall 2009. Non-residents with $100,000 this summer with the company. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) were a few years when they did not “for chicken pie suppers.” The new tax rate for residents Building — are being fixed up (see homes will pay $96 more than last attend every meeting, she has al- And indeed, there are some new — municipal and school combined related story). They may be back on year, for a total of $2,050. Of the ways paid her dues. faces joining the ranks of the cen- — is $2.2672 per $100 of assessed the Grand List next year. total, the school tax rate comprises Luther said the 137 year-old tury-old local institution, Buscemi property valuation. For non-resi- If those properties had been on $1,410 for residents and $1,434 for East Hardwick Grange constructed, added. The Grange attitudes are in Calderwood Finds dents, the rate will be $2.3916. These the list this year, tax rates would non-residents. and moved into, its current building place, he said, and more youth are rates are slightly lower than last have been even lower, Lewis said. A Marshfield residents will see a in November 1909. Gov. Bell — so either sticking around or coming back year’s, by a few pennies per $100 lower-than-expected grand list value 2.78 percent increase in their town instrumental in getting the Grange to try their hands at gardening or assessed property value. with a commensurate taxpayer popu- taxes due, for a total of $592 per His Whey With started — died a mere two months dairy farming or similar vocations. In more workable terms, a resi- lation means higher taxes for all. $100,000 of assessed value, and an before construction finished. Modern catchphrases like dential taxpayer with a $100,000 Lewis noted sometimes 8.45 percent increase in their school While 50 years is a certainly a “localvore” and “sustainability” are home will pay $2,267 in taxes, $29 properties come off the list for taxes, which will be $1,342. For non- long time to belong to an organiza- hardly different from the historic Local Internship less than the last fiscal year, which various reasons, whether they residents, the combined school and tion, Luther pointed to a paragon of goals of the 137 year-old institution, ended June 30. A non-resident with are put in preservation trust or municipal tax rate will be $2,159. Grangerdom in Blanche Earl. When Buscemi said. by Tommy Gardner like that model.” a home of the same value will pay burn to the ground. A Calais resident with a she died at the age of 102, Earl had “Today we’re all saying, ‘or- HARDWICK — Tug According to Meyer, Calder- $2,392 next year, a drop of $39. Lewis also said the methodol- $100,000 home will pay $1,790, an been a member of the East Hardwick ganic, organic, organic,’” he said. Calderwood, a 2005 Hazen Union wood will take a “systems-based Broken down into its compo- ogy taken during the annual bud- increase of $36. Non-residents with chapter for more than 80 years. “Well, they were all organic 100 graduate, is more than halfway approach” to his internship at nents, cents the tax rate is com- geting process involves looking at a house of the same value will pay For some people, Grange life years ago. It was just the normal through an internship at Vermont Natural Coatings. He will study prised of .4929 cents for general how the grand list rises or falls in $1,842, an increase of $46. has been a part of their routine since way of things.” Natural Coatings. This is his sec- and work hands-on with all the taxes, .4668 cents for highway taxes, the previous four years, trying to And in Walden, the new tax as far back as they can remember. ond internship, and it is different production equipment and pro- and a local agreement rate of .0057 anticipate what the next four years rate — combined school and munici- “Some of the older members said than his first one. cesses. Calderwood is studying cents. The residential school tax rate will be like, and then budgeting pal —will be $1.7198 for residents when they were kids, their parents Whey different. electrical/mechanical engineering is $1.3018. For non-residents, the accordingly. The grand list value is ($1,720 on a $100,000 home) and would take them to meetings and A student at Rochester Insti- at RIT. Schedule school rate is $1.4262. indeed higher this year — $2.0235 for non-residents ($2,024 they fell asleep on the benches,” Continued From Page One tute of Technology, Calderwood is Typically, the school tax rate $159,316,300 compared to last on a $100,000 home). Meyer came back to Hardwick Luther said. case his extensive collection of turn- currently working at Vermont after a stint working for then-Sen. Luther said membership has makes up the majority of the to- year’s $158,177,400 — but town Woodbury town officials have of-the-century farming tools. Wood tal, and this year is no different, officials had anticipated it would not yet finalized their tax rates, and Natural Coatings. The company Jim Jeffords and started up Ver- remained steady for the past few encourages people to come and try to makes furniture and floor finishes mont Soy (with co-founder Todd decades, around 20 people, down even though Select Board chair be higher still. the Gazette was unable to reach any stump him with odd farming imple- Marcus Brown noted at the last “It’s a good way to do it, as an Stannard officials. made from whey protein, a natu- Pinkham), and then Vermont from the early 20th century heyday ments. ral byproduct of the cheese-mak- Natural Coatings. He said he is of 80 members. Far removed from There will also be a display ing processes. Located in the excited Hardwick has the industry the post-Civil War era when “all showing highlights from the Hardwick Industrial Park, the to keep the locals local. there was was the Grange and the Grange’s 137-year history. cation and celebration of the library for volunteers of the library, or get- business is the brainchild of an- “He could go anywhere, and church,” Luther acknowledged Cale- As a way of raising funds for Library expansion/renovation, which totaled ting a group together to do a “mass other Hazen graduate, Andrew he came back to Hardwick,” Meyer donia Number Nine faces a bit of an Grange projects, there will be a raffle, Continued From Page One more than $500,000. The July 4 open mailing.” Meyer, class of 1988. said. “It’s good to have that young identity crisis. She said the Grange with the winner taking home a cord of Trustees of the Greensboro Free house with a dedication ceremony Irish contended many institu- Calderwood’s first internship energy, and it’s fun to see him dedicates more energy these days to of firewood. Library is a private, non-profit en- was open to the public. She stressed tions, such as, the New York City (RIT requires bachelor’s candi- apply what he learned in school.” history and community events. For more information, call Ardys tity. She said the corporation has the party will not be paid from oper- Public Library, Metropolitan Mu- dates to take two) was with Gen- Calderwood plans to finish col- Meetings take place the third Luther (472-6644) or Rachel Kane the right and duty to raise money for ating expenses. Many people offered seum of Art, and New York City eral Electric. Earlier this year, the lege in November, and said he will Thursday of each month, and Luther (472-6021). the library, and the only restrictions to donate money specifically for the Metropolitan Opera receive public financial magazine Forbes named likely launch right into his master’s said they have spent much of this T.G. would be “donor restricted” funds, to private event. About 81 attendees funds and hold private events for the industrial conglomerate the degree study. In this economy, he be spent as the donor specifies. were expected. selected donors. She said 5 percent largest company in the world. said, with the dearth of entry-level “We are a private corporation,” Kromash moved Section X of for expenses was an average cost for Founded in New York, it is the jobs, extending his education Herrick said. “The board is in charge the policies and procedures be fundraising. The Greensboro library brainchild of Thomas Edison. seems a logical choice. After com- of the money. It is not a public corpo- amended to include the wording: capital campaign raised over Having spent time with both pleting his master’s study, perhaps ration, and the funds are not public “All programs, events, and activi- $500,000 but spent considerably less the world’s largest corporation and the economy will have turned funds. The library building is leased ties sponsored by the Greensboro than $25,000. with one of Hardwick’s well-re- around a bit, and there may be from the town.” Free Library will be open to the Herrick said the library doesn’t garded agriculture-based busi- more jobs, whether at a corporate NORTHGATE PLAZA ¥ MORRISVILLE ¥ (802) 888-4163 She read from the Articles of general public.” have a “Friends of the Library” nesses, Greensboro native behemoth or a small local place. Corporation, which state: “No part The motion failed to be sec- group, and the Board of Trustees Calderwood noted both have been He already considers himself of the net earnings of the Corpora- onded, but discussion ensued over acts as that group. valuable learning experiences. lucky to find a place close to where tion shall inure to the benefit of any the potential impact of the amend- “We are charged with figuring “There was a lot more poli- he grew up to complete his school’s member, Trustee, officer of the Cor- ment. Trustee Lacey Smith said he out how to raise money,” Herrick tics at G.E., with the hoops you required real-world training. Just say, "Charge it!" poration or any private individual was not prepared to embrace such a said, “and one of the ways is retain- have to jump through some- “I was kind of surprised,” VISA and MasterCard accepted for (except that reasonable compensa- sweeping amendment, egalitarian ing the good will among our volun- times,” Calderwood said. “But the Calderwood said. “I wasn’t expect- subscriptions and advertising. tion may be paid for services ren- as it was, without knowing future teers and donors. Donations are truth is you have to know that as ing to be able to find internships dered to or for the Corporation.)” consequences. made in the form of talent, time, well, since most companies are around town.” Display advertisers with current accounts eligible for 5% discount. Herrick noted a glass of wine or a It was pointed out the amend- and suggestions as well.” few shrimp were “diminimis.” ment could be interpreted to pre- Trustee Edward Stehle reaf- THE HARDWICK GAZETTE She said the board voted in April clude a staff Christmas party, or the firmed fundraising was complex and (802) 472-6521 to allocate up to $2,000 on the dedi- traditional party held at Irish’s home involved honoring and showing gratitude to donors. Herrick said Kromash had VNC’s Future Plans brought up some good points, but the proposed amendment was too Include Outdoor Product WEATHER WATCH by Tyler Molleur broad with many interpretations. [email protected] “We recognize what you And Local Whey Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday (Kromash) are talking about,” HARDWICK — One of the door finish. People will be able Herrick said. “We are a small town, first things one notices about to coat their decks with it by and this is something that is impor- the manufacturing floor at Ver- next summer, Meyer said. tant to all of us. We don’t want to get mont Natural Coatings is the And to achieve his goal of carried away and have big parties to area smells more like a dairy being able to source his whey woo donors. This isn’t the way it is processing facility than a protein locally — currently done in Greensboro, and we don’t chemical plant making heady- VNC gets its whey powder want to tie our hand with the way Aug. 5 - Aug. 11 Partly sunny with Partly sunny Mostly sunny. Mostly sunny. Partly sunny scented conventional wood fin- wherever it can be found — 40% chance of with 20% Continued cold. with a 30% you are suggesting.” ish. Meyer has his eyes on some The Willey's Store Greensboro t-storms, some chance of chance of The motion failed for lack of a This is because of some- pricey technology. Known as a may be strong. showers. t-storms. second. thing known as “volatile or- “membrane filtration system,” B.C. Pringles Green Mountain Abnormally ganic compounds,” which the multi-million piece of cold. evaporate into the air from equipment extracts the pow- Hi: 81 Hi: 66 Hi: 68 Hi: 68 Hi: 79 Suddenly Salad Potato Chips Coffee Lo: 48 Lo: 43 Lo: 49 Lo: 52 Lo: 54 many substances, such as tra- dered protein from the rest of $ $ 99 Date High Low Rain Date High Low Rain NOTICE ditional oil-based finishes. Ac- the whey. Buy 1, Get 1 Free 2/ 3 6.38 oz. 5 10-12 oz. cording to the company website, It is not currently economi- 7/27 75° 59° 0.00" 7/31 64° 59° 0.45" High postage costs the lower VOCs translate into cally feasible for Vermont 7/28 88° 61° 0.00" 8/1 82° 61° 0.00" add up. cleaner air. Natural Coatings to simply Post Honey Florida Natural Cabot 7/29 81° 64° 0.88" 8/2 68° 58° 1.00" Gazette subscription Business manager Greg purchase and use the machine Bunches of Oats Orange Juice Cheese Slices 7/30 70° 59° 0.02" Weekly 88° 58° 2.35" renewal cards are Hebert said VNC uses pow- for its small operation. So $ $ $ Month of July, 2009, Summary: High - 88°, Low - 48°, Rainfall - 6.31" dered whey protein as the not- Meyer is discussing ways to 2/ 5 13-14.5 oz. 2/ 5 64 oz. 2/ 5 8 oz. Compared to July, 2008: High - 88°, Low - 48°, Rainfall - 10.39" mailed only once. so-secret ingredient in their collaborate with other places Please respond to product, mixed with water and that use whey, including Cabot A powerful cold front that passed through the area last night has once again taken away some resins and other chemi- Creamery. Capri Sun Breyers Quaker Mini our warm and sunny weather. The cold front may hang around for the next day or so, the card when it cals. There are no carcinogens Hebert said 25 different lo- Rice Cakes giving us showers and thunderstorms. It will become very cold by Thursday with highs is received. or noxious chemicals, he said. cations in Vermont — and 110 Juice Packs Ice Cream 15 degrees below normal. The sun will return for most of the weekend with just a slight nationwide — sell the product. $ $ 99 $ We want your Although VNC currently 2/ 4 67.5 oz. 2 48 oz. 5/ 5 3 oz. chance of a thunderstorm on Sunday. Temperatures will also make a slight rebound only makes indoor wood fin- “I’m pretty sure the Coat- during this time. Gazette to arrive in ishes — for furniture and floors ings is on furniture that has Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sat. - Sun. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Night sky: Full moon tonight at 8:55 p.m. Also, the Perseid meteor shower can be seen the mail each week — — both Hebert and company been shipped to every conti- (weather permitting) Tuesday, August 11 - Thursday, August 13, between 2 a.m. and owner Andrew Meyer said they nent in the world,” Hebert said. 802-533-2621 Grocery/Clothing uninterrupted. 4 a.m. Meteors will fall in the northeast sky at a rate of about 1 - 2 meteors per minute are close to perfecting an out- T.G. 802-533-2554 Hardware/Sports or 50 - 100 meteors an hour. The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Page Three

POLICE REPORT

Hardwick Police Direct Hit HARDWICK — Mitchell sides extensively. Lyne was not in- Arrick, of St. Johnsbury, backed his jured. Howes then lost control of his Direct TV company Chevrolet cargo motorcycle when Lyne cashed. His van into a 2005 Subaru wagon at bike went down on its right side, left 4:26 p.m., on Aug. 2 on Black’s Point the roadway and slid for approxi- Road in Greensboro. The Subaru mately 25 feet. The motorcycle re- was unoccupied. The Chevy suffered ceived extensive damage to the right passenger side rear quarter panel, side but none to him, as well. Both and rear bumper damage. The riders were wearing helmets and wagon suffered driver’s side rear body armor. door damage, rear quarter panel Lisa Fecteau, of Wolcott, was damage, and bumper damage. driving a gray Dodge Durango at Riel Lyne, of Quebec, was trav- 8:10 a.m., on July 30 and made a Gov. Jim Douglas, left, congratulates Larry Hamel, of Hardwick, eling with Albert J. Howes, of right hand turn onto Church Street. Littleton, N.H., on separate motor- Dona Bessette, of Hardwick, who after Hamel and his wife, Lise, were awarded $192,000, through cycles at 4:07 p.m., on Aug. 2 when was driving a black GMC truck, their business Cornerstone Restoration Corp., LLC, in tax credits. Lyne lost control of her bike went made contact to the left front of (courtesy photo) down on its side. The motorcycle Fecteau’s vehicle. Both vehicles re- went off Route 15 east and flipped ceived minor damage, and both ve- onto its other side, damaging both hicles were driven away. Vermont State Police A worker from Morrill Construction, Inc. of North Haverhill, N.H., directs traffic on Hardwick’s South Main Street as other workers remove granite curbing on the sidewalk. A Cars Collide new, wider sidewalk will be built and the retaining wall above the river will be reinforced. The MARSHFIELD — A minor two and his mother, Veronica Collins- two-week project is part of Phase II of the town’s bike path, to be followed by the paving of vehicle crash on Route 2 near Twin- Lowe, on Aug. 1 about an assault Daniels Road. (photo by Ross Connelly) field Union School was reported to that allegedly occurred at 9 a.m. state police at 3:50 p.m., on Aug. 3. that day at a Pike Road residence. Police said Sophie Larios, of Barre, Police said while Collins was was traveling west when her 2004 trying to recover personal belong- PT Cruiser crossed the center line ings at the residence, an altercation and collided with a 2004 Subaru occurred between him and a juve- Legacy driven by Aubrie Douglas, of nile girl. During the altercation, the Library Receives Grant South Mountain, Ontario. The PT girl allegedly struck Collins in the Cruiser received minor damage to face. After this, an altercation took For Children’s Books the driver’s side front quarter panel place between Collins and Anthony HARDWICK — Jeudevine and side mirror. The Subaru received Cullum, of Berlin. Collins told po- 2000 by the Vermont Department minor damage to the driver’s side lice Cullum struck him in the face, Memorial Library has received a of Libraries for the benefit of the mirror and rear quarter panel. Both along with slamming a car door on Vermont Public Library Founda- state’s public libraries. To date, vehicles were driven from the scene his face. Collins said he pepper tion Winnie Belle Learned Fund with the assistance of the Free- and no one was injured in the crash. sprayed the two individuals during Grant man Foundation, more than $12 Domestic Assault the altercation. Collins also said as RIVERSIDE FARM State librarian Martha Reid, million has been awarded in grants MARSHFIELD — State police he was trying to leave the residence, on behalf of the foundation, an- to qualifying libraries. responded to a report of a family the girl picked up a rock and threw Produce Stand nounced a grant last week of The fund was established in fight at 9:52 p.m., Aug. 1 at a resi- it at his vehicle, which damaged it. OPENING AUGUST 8 $2,000 to the library. 2006 by Dr. Burnett Rawson in dence on Austin Road. Upon arriv- Police said the girl admitted to The library used the funding cooperation with the Vermont ing, they determined that Angelique striking Collins and said she threw Open 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. to upgrade the children’s non-fic- Community Foundation, in honor Conn assaulted her husband, Chris- the rock at Collin’s vehicle because tion book selection. Over 150 books of Winnie Belle Learned, a Ver- topher Conn. He sustained swelling she thought Collins was going to MONDAY - SATURDAY were purchased through the grant, monter, educator, and his bene- and bruising of his face, as well as a drive over Cullum. Police said on topics such as volcanoes, build- factress. Learned was born in 1863 bloody nose and upper lip. She was Cullum denied striking Collins and Now Picking Our Own ing robots, caring for horses, hunt- in Westford. Despite many per- lodged at the Chittenden County said he closed the car door on Collins ing and trapping, weaving, cook- sonal hardships, she received her Correctional Facility on $10,000 bail. because Collins was pepper spray- Beans, Tomatoes, Cukes, books, Norse myths, songbooks, teaching certificate, and was a She was scheduled to face the charge ing the vehicle he was driving. Carrots, Potatoes, Beets, and many, mny more. teacher and principal in Massa- of domestic assault on Aug. 3 in The girl was cited for domestic The Vermont Public Library chusetts for many years before Washington District Court, in Barre. assault and unlawful mischief. Pickling Cukes Foundation was established in returning to Vermont in 1911. Domestic Assault, Unlawful Cullum was issued a citation for Mischief and Simple Assault. simple assault. Both were to appear Route 16 • East Hardwick MARSHFIELD — State police in Washington District Court in 472-6169 met with Micah Collins, of Barre, Barre on Aug. 3. HOLY GROUNDS Hardwick Linda Furiya 28 Mill Street, Hardwick Farmer's Market 7 p.m., Tues., August 11 (802) 441-4373 Rte. 15 (near Greensboro Garage) reads from her book, Homemade & Breyer’s Ice Cream • Hawaiian Ice Fridays 3-6 p.m. Fresh Baked Goods & Sweets How To Cook A Dragon Fresh Ground Coffee & Espresso Coming Soon! The Marshall Building in Hardwick is owned by Claudia and OVER 100 YEARS Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Michael Gohl, of Wolcott, through their business Hardwick 87, LLC. – a food & travel memoir of They received $82,949 in tax credits for renovation of the building, her travels in China learning OF CONTINUED • Every Wednesday at 5:30 free community meal which was built in the 1890s. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) about cooking and culture (donations accepted) SERVICE • Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. is Women’s Celebrate Recovery Tickets available for dinner Our agency offers products for • Live Music Fridays at 7 p.m. this Friday at 6:30 is Major renovations to bring the Danielle Young, 8 p.m. is comedy by Lucienne Dufresne building up to speed — while main- Music by Laurence Earl with Allison Hooper all your insurance needs Credits • Starting Saturday, Aug. 29, Dave Ramsey’s Financial Continued From Page One taining as much of the historic prop- Vendors: New Leaf Designs, Shady Bean Farm, August 17 including Michael Gohl said they will also erties as possible — include a sprin- Bill Hill Farm, Sweet Grass Farm, Chole's at Claire’s Peace University kler system and an elevator. Hamel Mexican, Sargent's Bare Necessities, Spruce sell their credits to a bank, and will Meadow Pottery, LeCarte Francais, Hilltop Bakery, HOME • AUTO “shop around for the best buyer.” has spent most of the summer clear- Yvonne's Kitchen, Vermont Soy, Mountaintop This is the Gohl’s first foray into ing out nearly a hundred tons of Bakery, Echo Hill Farm, Hardwick Chiropractic, BUSINESS state tax credits, which he said pro- drywall and plaster. The next big Gram's Greenhouse, TollaBell, Mountain View vide more usable (i.e., cash capital) step is beginning the dicey process Honey Farm, B&B Signs, Eastview Farm, Connie's Stop by or call our office funds than federal tax credits. of stabilizing and straightening out Kitchen, Nature's Mystery, Harvest Hill Farm, for a quotation. According to Karyn Hale, the the structure, which has pitched Twixt, Pad, Surfing Veggie Farm, Patchwork vice-president for finance at Union and bowed over the past century Farm, Ashley's Greenhouse, Riverside Farm Bank, banks buy tax credits and use and a quarter. CHILDREN’S MARKET AUGUST 21 7 Mill Street, Hardwick A Flower Bouquet Is Always In Season those credits to offset their taxes. Hamel said the process of prop- Info.: 274-0203 472-5533 ¥ [email protected] They offer as much as 80 to 90 cents ping up walls, floors and joists is Mon.- Fri. 9- 5:30 ¥ Sat. 10 - 5 on the dollar for the credits. Hale exciting, but work has to be very FRIDAY said state-chartered banks are ex- careful; any errant shift and you empt from income tax, but they are could have a 133 year-old pile of required to pay state franchise taxes, rubble. SPECIAL PUBLIC NOTICE the amount of which is determined Gohl said workers started elec- Bette by lending institutions’ numbers of trical work this week in the Marshall TOWN OF HARDWICK deposits. Building, which was built in the PLANNING & ZONING BOARD VACANCIES O'Connor $2.99 cash & carry “We’re a local institution, and 1890s, after spending the summer To all interested parties. we want to help our local communi- gutting the building down to its his- ties,” Hale said. “(And) for lots of toric bare bones. He also said they The terms of two (2) Planning/Zoning Board members of the Town of M.G. & E.F. reasons, it’s a good deal for banks.” have excavated behind the build- Hardwick expired on June 30, 2009. Both positions are four (4) year terms. Persons interested in these vacancies are asked to submit a letter outlining 156 Daniels Road • Hardwick • 472-3397 Hale said people trying to sell ing, where they will build a new Morse, Inc. www.theflowerbasket.biz back staircase. their qualifications and interest in serving. The deadline for this submit- their tax credits to banks will usu- N. Main Street, Hardwick, VT Regular Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 - 5; Sat. 9-noon ally shop around for the highest bid- The excavating has been akin tal is Friday, August 14, 2009, at 4 p.m. EDT. Interested persons should der, although sometimes they stick to an archeological dig, although submit their information to: Town of Hardwick, P.O. Box 523, 802-472-5721 • 800-357-9461 with whichever bank they belong to. Gohl said they have not found any Hardwick, VT 05843. Attn. Town Manager, or delivered to the town She said they can sell the credits buried treasure or ancient burial offices at 20 Church St. Interested candidates should plan on attending anytime, but the bank cannot use grounds. the meeting of the Hardwick Selectboard at 7 p.m. on August 20, 2009 the funds until the particular project Improvements to the Marshall for interviews. is complete. Building will include a new granite Hamel was in Springfield last threshold, using a mixture of gran- week when Gov. Jim Douglas an- ite from Woodbury and Barre. Gohl nounced the tax credits. He said the said he originally would have liked governor quipped that since these to source the granite fro Buffalo monies were tax credits, and not Mountain, which used to have a The Hardwick Gazette grants, there would not be an oppor- quarry, but the other regional stone tunity to pose for the cameras with will match existing granite nicely. an oversized cardboard check. He added if the town could find ~ Since 1889 ~ Celebrating 120 Years! Progress Made On Buildings a way to stop using road salt on the Hamel said he would like to sidewalks during the winter, the Today’s News... Tomorrow’s History. have the Hardwick Inn — which, longevity of the stone will be helped. according to his research, was built And Gohl also said he is on the hunt in 1876 and was formerly known as for some of the red bricks originally the Centennial Building — open for used to construct the building. business by July 4th of next year. “I’m trying to track down about HALL'SHALL'S MARKETMARKET The building will house numerous a thousand old bricks,” he said. MillMill Street,Street, HardwickHardwick •• 472-6677472-6677 small retailers and provide office “They don’t make them like that space. anymore.” USDA Choice Certified Asst. Asst. Angus Beef® Family Pack Hood Breyers Ground Round Cottage Cheese Ice Cream $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 PUBLIC NOTICE 1 lb. 1 16 oz. 2 48 oz. TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – SCOTT ROAD Sweet California Shurfine® 3 lb. Pkg. Scott Road will be closed at Mackville Road for up to five Yellow Apple Natural Casing (5) to six (6) working days COMMENCING August 10, for Peaches Pie Franks $ 29 $ 99 $ 99 the purpose of culvert replacement. POWER in the area will 1 lb. 3 26 oz. 9 be interrupted for TWO to THREE HOURS, AUGUST 13. We apologize for the inconvenience. Check out our awesome beverage selection Rob Lewis, Town Manager Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. • Sunday 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 472-6120 We accept MasterCard, VISA and EBT Cards ~ FAMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED FOR 35 YEARS ~ Page Four The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Woodsmoke by Julie Atwood Letters From Readers

Misguided Tax Policy To the editor: Yes, even though you’ve done Congratulations to Gov. James nothing to your real estate you will Douglas’s favored Hardwick busi- have a nice tax increase. I do wish nesses in being awarded the down- this then reduced other towns’ real town designation. It’s nice that the estate taxes but of course it doesn’t. governor has the use of our taxes to Living in Waterbury we have been give to whomever he wishes. I’m blessed with the same treatment. sure it helps him get contributions But, don’t worry — be happy, this is for his re-election campaign. Of the Banana Republic of Vermont course, once our money has been and we the voters love these as we invested in his favored businesses habitually re-elect Republicans and the whole town will be considered Democrats. an upgraded community and all get Laura Brueckner an increase in their real estate taxes. Waterbury Center

The trustees of Craftsbury Academy will oversee tax credits awarded Invigorating Energy Events for building renovation at the school. (photo by June Pichel Cook) To the editor: Tour will happen. We are seeking The HATT group (Hardwick hosts for this tour who are willing to AREA Transition Town) is working show and explain their renewable Krantz, who works in economic closely with HEART (Hardwick energy projects. They can include Academy development, said the process has Energy Action Resource Team) to solar hot water, photovoltaic, micro Continued From Page One been a group effort. Over 41 towns generate events without duplicat- hydro, wind turbines, and more and Craftsbury Academy Corporation, a applied for funding, and ing energies (pun intended). These also buildings that are extremely non-profit organization. Craftsbury’s project was ranked the events all weave together to help energy efficient (especially redone Douglas’ press release stressed third highest. our communities with skills, infor- older homes). the tax credits are important to reju- She said, “I am very happy it mation and education for our future We suspect we will all be venate Vermont’s economy, support came together for the community. I that will tap into our resilience, amazed at how many renewable the redevelopment of older and his- am very appreciative of the many skills, decrease our energy use and energy sites there are in the sur- toric buildings, encourage the in- people who came together and put it build community. Check http:// rounding area, so please let us know stallation of sprinklers, elevators, all together and am hoping it jump transitionvermont.ning.com about if you are interested in participat- and other building upgrades. starts something for Craftsbury what “transition town” is. ing as a host, or are willing to have The program spurs job creation Academy.” HATT has been meeting and folks contact you individually at a “I’LL NEVER WORK ON A FARM . . . BOY, THOSE EGGS ARE GOOD . . . on the short and long term. Krantz said the Preservation holding informative gatherings later time, or just to let us know that Douglas stated the tax credit Trust of Vermont, a separate non- since forming last winter, such as you have a renewable energy source IT’S A HARD JOB AND IT’S SMELLY . . . THIS BACON IS DELICIOUS . . . program works with the federal tax profit, works closely with the Legis- workshops on permaculture, bike or a super energy efficient home. AND I HATE COW MANURE . . . PASS THE MILK, PLEASE.” credit program to leverage a com- lature to make sure the Downtown Hardwick at 6:30 p.m., on Thurs- The energy tour goals are to bined value between 30 and 40 per- Development program gets funding. days, and much more. Join us for a expose community members to ex- cent of eligible expenses. In addition, she noted, the Preser- root cellar workshop with Lee isting and new alternative energy Ramsdell, an academy trustee, vation Trust works closely with com- Blackwell, Sunday, Aug. 30, at 2 technology, create a map of energy reported at a School Board meeting munities to help preserve historic p.m., (contact Annie Gaillard, Co- alternatives in our area and to edu- in June the trustees applied for buildings and community assets. op); wood fired oven tour Sept. 19 or cate regarding available grants and $25,000 for the academy’s façade, “They help communities to help Sept. 26 and a community gather- energy incentive programs. Call $37,500 (50 percent) of the estimate themselves,” she said. ing in November. Erika Karp at 586 - 2528 or Nancy for an elevator, $50,000 toward a School Board chair Julie The Chamber of Commerce cal- Nottermann at 472-6185. RURAL RAMBLINGS sprinkler system, and $25,000 for Marckres said the board is meeting endar lists event in local newspa- HEART is joining the Onion other code improvements. She said Tuesday, Aug. 11, and will get an pers, the Community Bulletin Board River Exchange, which would allow another hurdle is the trustees have update at that meeting to learn more at Gagnon’s Video and local librar- you to volunteer your time with to match the $137,500. about what stipulations are on the ies. A web site for HATT is in the HEART and then “bank” hours that Notes From The Underground Ramsdell also noted the trustees grant allocations. She said, accord- works. Also of interest, learn to could be traded for some of your by Will Hunt were working with the Vermont Pres- ing to Cathy Hilgendorf of the De- scythe: Sunday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. needs, such as stacking wood, cook- As a teenager in Providence, R.I., I used to ervation Trust and Freeman Founda- partment of Education, the grant to 1 p.m., with Ed Goldstein. Go to ing help, or fixing something. Go to explore an abandoned train tunnel that ran tion for a $50,000 grant to be used funding would not impact accessing www.wheelockmtnfarm.wikispaces.com www.ORexchange.org. beneath my neighborhood. Wearing rubber boots, toward restoration and weatheriza- the Qualified School Construction for details. Nancy Nottermann my friends and I would walk through foul- tion of the building. The trustees would Bonds from the state for an approved On Oct 24, the HATT and East Hardwick smelling mud and pitch darkness, darting have to match part of that sum. project. HEART AREA Renewable Energy flashlight beams over rusted oil drums or over- turned shopping carts, simultaneously terrified and thrilled by the prospect of discovering boro-based Northeast Cooperatives something. We would emerge from the 2-mile-long Supplier Continued From Page One as its main supplier of groceries, tunnel feeling as though we’d returned from some until Northeast was bought out by “Their history is interesting,” hidden, parallel world. UNFI in 2002. Letters From Readers Zinn said of the company that It seems everyone has a childhood story about What bothers Gaillard is the formed in 1996. “They have been The Hardwick Gazette encourages readers to write letters exploring a neighborhood sewer pipe or storm corporate behavior as a whole, with gobbling up different segments of to the editor. If you have an opinion, send it to: drain, or of daring a friend to venture beyond the the nationwide trend toward buy- the market.” stalactites hanging at the mouth of a cave. At the ing natural and organic. She added Letters From Readers, P.O. Box 367, Hardwick, VT 05843. Attempts to reach UNFI before very least, our childhood imaginations were sent standards that organic farmers Or email to [email protected]. deadline were unsuccessful, but the reeling by monsters that lurked in the basement. worked hard for decades to estab- company website states that United These tunnel-, sewer-, and basement-explorations lish are being loosened, and the Foods was formed when two re- remain some of our most vivid memories, mo- very definitions of the words are gional distributors — California- ments we romanticize and continue to recount in changing. The Frito-Lay company, based Mountain People’s Ware- stories. As I continued to explore other under- for instance, touts its potato chips house and New England’s Cornuco- ground infrastructure with friends in my city and as being “local,” in recent adver- pia Natural Foods — joined forces. other cities around the country, this human tisements, she said. In the 13 years since then, more MEETING MEMO connection to subterranean space began to “We’ve hit critical mass,” than a half-dozen large distribu- Upcoming Public Meetings fascinate me. Why are we so captivated by The Gaillard said. “Now they’re going tors “joined the UNFI family.” Underground? to co-opt the word ‘local,’ as they The company website also notes Last spring, I was awarded a year-long grant did with ‘organic,’ and then with many UNFI employees have 20 or Wednesday, Aug. 5 Board, 6 p.m. Lakeview Union by the Thomas J. Watson Foundation to research ‘natural.’” more years’ experience in the natu- •Wolcott Select Board, 6 p.m. School this question. For 12 months, I traveled around Or, as Zinn quipped: “I guess in ral and organic food industry. Town Offices •Twinfield Union School the world, meeting with fellow subterraneaphiles, 2009 if you source your potatoes “Now there’s this proliferation •Cabot Select Board, 7 p.m. Board, 6:30 p.m. Twinfield Union listening to their stories, seeking to better from Idaho, it means you’re local.” understand the human relationship with The of, quote-unquote, natural prod- Willey Building School Gaillard said she has no prob- Underground. ucts,” Zinn said, “using genetically- •Calais Conservation Commis- lems with conventional foods, and Over the course of the year, I visited more engineered ingredients and pesti- sion, 7 p.m. Town Clerk’s Office Wednesday, Aug. 12 pointed to Halls Market as a good, than 10 countries; at each stop, I explored a cides and charging organic prices •Hardwick Electric Commis- •Hardwick Area Food Pantry Will Hunt surveys the Paris Catacombs local counterpoint as a downtown different human appropriation of underground for subpar products.” sion, 7 p.m. Hardwick Electric Board, 5:30 p.m. Hardwick Area with a “resident.” (courtesy photo) village grocer. Halls supplies many space. In some places, I saw how humans burrow Although no company represen- Department Food Pantry of the items people want that they underground in search of shelter or protection. In tatives from UNFI’s corporate head- •Hardwick Development •Greensboro Select Board, 7 can’t find at the co-op, and vice Germany, for example, I visited abandoned air quarters — in Dayville, Conn. — Review Board, 7:15 p.m. Memo- p.m. Town Hall tight-knit spelunker communities: “cataphiles,” in versa. raid shelters from World War II and 400-room returned telephone calls seeking rial Building •Wolcott Development Review Paris, and “diggers” in the Ukraine. In Turkey, I When it became clear that more nuclear bunkers built for the leaders of the comment, Scott Dennis, vice-presi- Board, 7 p.m. Town Offices saw subterranean chambers excavated 2,000 and more Americans were buying communist GDR. In Vietnam, I crawled through dent of business development at Thursday, Aug. 6 years as a meeting place for another sub-commu- organic, natural and local, large constrictive tunnels carved out of jungle earth by Albert’s Organics (based in Ches- •Hardwick Select Board, 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13 nity: the first Christians. grocery companies started to carry the North Vietnamese guerillas to help combat terfield, N.H.) did. Memorial Building •Cabot Coalition, 6 p.m. Willey Underground space, I saw, is inextricable products with labels proclaiming invading Americans. I interviewed people in small Albert’s Organics is a part of •Marshfield Development Building from the history of mankind. In the South of those traits. And now, Zinn said, Lao villages who had spent their childhood hiding the UNFI family, a national dis- Review Board, 7 p.m. Old •Calais Historic Kents Corner, France, I witnessed subterranean space-as- corporations like Whole Foods and from American bombs in improvised cave cities. birthplace-of-art: beautiful paintings applied to tributor of produce and other per- Schoolhouse Common 7 p.m. Community Center UNFI have taken the trend too far. In Cappadocia, in central Turkey, I worked with the furthest reaches of kilometer-deep caves by ishables, and has been around •Marshfield Planning Commis- Barry Baldwin, co-op manager, archaeologists to survey kilometers-long under- the first incarnation of homo sapiens, 15,000 27 years, according to Dennis. Monday, Aug. 10 sion, 7 p.m. Old Schoolhouse said many companies that are pub- ground cities, hewn from tuff rock by 5,000-year- years ago. They ship to Buffalo Mountain, •Hazen Union School Board, 6 Common licly-traded on Wall Street, look to old civilizations as strongholds to defend against The travel part of the fellowship is officially and Dennis stood by his p.m. Hazen Union School •Woodbury Historical Society, their bottom line. United Foods is enemy nations. over, but research continues. Next month, I will company’s products. •Walden School Board, 6 p.m. 7 p.m. Woodbury Community one of those, and its stock was trad- Elsewhere, I examined underground space as work with an entomologist at Florida State “Anything we sell that is la- Walden School Library ing at just under $27 a share as of a site of spirituality. For two months in India, I University who studies the architecture of ant beled organic,” he said, “is USDA •Woodbury Select Board, 6 •Cabot Conservation Commis- press time. In contrast, Buffalo visited profusely decorated cave temples, carved nests. He pours dental concrete into the mouth of certified organic.” p.m. Town Clerk’s Office sion, 7:30 p.m. Willey Building Mountain does not even need to out of mountainsides 2,000 years before as a an anthill, waits for the substance to spread Buffalo Mountain Co-op’s •Stannard Select Board, 6:30 show a profit, nor are its members retreat for Buddhist monks. Later, in Egypt, I through the various passageways, then excavates Gaillard acknowledged UNFI is the p.m. Town Hall Agenda for meetings are too concerned about doing so, studied the sacred paintings in the tombs of the around the hardened concrete, leaving behind a co-op’s single largest supplier, de- •Cabot Planning Commission, available prior to meetings, Baldwin said. pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. I also spent perfect sculpture of the nest. I am hoping to draw livering products to the co-op two 7 p.m. Willey Building usually at the town clerk’s or “‘Food for people, not for time at Damanhur, a spiritual community in the parallels between the architecture of these nests or three times a week. She also •Calais Select Board, 7 p.m. superintendent’s office, or by profit,’” Baldwin said, quoting the Italian Alps, where, for the past 35 years, they and the architecture of the man-made spaces I said OCA is simply serving its role Town Hall calling a board or committee store motto. “Seems like a cliche been excavating a multi-chamber underground visited this year. Perhaps our strange, conflicted as an industry watchdog, by at- chair. cause (the co-op’s) been around so temple as a meditation sanctuary. relationship to The Underground begins with our tempting to confront United Natu- Tuesday, Aug. 11 long. But it’s not.” •Lakeview Union School I also looked at the way the underground planet’s first spelunkers: ants. ral — and, with even more energy, attracts — or perhaps breeds — sub-cultures. In Hunt,who spent part of every summer of nationwide grocery chain Whole Paris and in the Ukraine, I explored sprawling his life at Caspian Lake, has yet to find Foods Markets. systems of abandoned limestone quarries with anything underground in Greensboro. Although OCA is taking large THE corporations to task for their meth- ods of marketing natural and or- For The Record ganic foods, Gaillard said UNFI does A photo caption in last Hardwick Gazette carry a lot of products that meet week’s Gazette of a Fresh Air The Hardwick Gazette is published every Wednesday except the first week in January Buffalo Mountain’s standards. She child visiting the Tim and by The Hardwick Publishing Co., Inc., Main Street, Hardwick, Vermont 05843 said she just has to be very vigilant Brenda Hall family gave the Tel. (802) 472-6521, Fax. (802) 472-6522. E-mail: [email protected] in her ordering. Gaillard said Buf- wrong last name to her. Her Publication (ISSN 0744-5512). Periodicals postage paid at Hardwick, Vermont 05843. Postmaster send address changes to The falo Mountain used to use Brattle- name is Jamie Prince. The Hardwick Gazette, P.O. Box 367, Hardwick, Vermont 05843.

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The Hardwick Gazette, August 5, 2009 Page Five NOTICE OF TAX SALE The resident and non-resident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands Description of Property PARCEL NO. 26: known as Vermont Quality Dairies, LLC, to Vermont Milk Company, Inc.. in the Town of Hardwick, in the County of Caledonia and State of Vermont, are It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Name of Taxpayer: BARBARA E. MAYHEW and ROBERT C. MAYHEW AMOUNT OF TAXES hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the said Town of Hardwick for the ranty Deed dated July 6, 2004, and recorded in Book 119, Page 249 of the Description of Property YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS year 2007-2008, and 2008-2009, and delinquent water and sewer charges, Town of Hardwick Land Records from Lucien C. Renaud and Hazel Renaud to It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- 2008-2009 $10,471.75 remain either in whole or in part unpaid on the following described land and Stephen Draper, Russell Draper and Daniel Fagnant. ranty Deed dated December 23, 1981, and recorded in Book 67, Pages 94-95 Water & Sewer 1,973.29 premises in said town, to wit: AMOUNT OF TAXES of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Gary D. Williams and Theresa M. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Williams to Barbara E. Mayhew and Robert C. Mayhew. PARCEL NO. 41: PARCEL NO. 1: 2008-2009 $310.88 AMOUNT OF TAXES Name of Taxpayer: AARON ANDRUS YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Name of Taxpayer: WENDELL CARL WALBRIDGE and Description of Property PARCEL NO. 13: Water & sewer $509.40 LESA MARIE WALBRIDGE It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Limited Name of Taxpayer: RANDALL FECTEAU and PATRICIA A. FECTEAU Description of Property Warranty Deed dated June 17, 2005, and recorded in Book 122, Pages 234- Description of Property PARCEL NO. 27: It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- 235 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Alaska Seaboard Partners It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Quit Name of Taxpayer: DAVID MAZUR ranty Deed dated March 25, 2005, and recorded in Book 121, Page 309 of the Limited Partnership of Aaron Andrus, with the exception of that certain ease- Claim Deed dated April 9, 2004, and recorded in Book 118, Page 313 of the Description of Property Town of Hardwick Land Records from Earl L. Chaffee, II to Wendell Carl ment granted by Warranty Deed of Easement dated November 14, 2005, and Town of Hardwick Land Records from Randall Fecteau and Patricia A. Fecteau. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Walbridge and Lesa Marie Walbridge. recorded in Book 123, Page 329 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from AMOUNT OF TAXES ranty Deed dated December 21, 2004, and recorded in Book 120, Page 440 of Aaron Andrus to the State of Vermont. AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Rick M. Brown and Connie G. Brown YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS AMOUNT OF TAXES 2008-2009 $1,476.95 to David Mazur. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS 2008-2009 $1,869.89 AMOUNT OF TAXES Water & sewer 845.67 2008-2009 $2,971.73 PARCEL NO. 14: YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Name of Taxpayer: G.W. PROPERTIES, LLC 2008-2009 $3,137.07 PARCEL NO. 2: PARCEL NO. 42: Description of Property Name of Taxpayer: JOSHUA J. WELLES and KIMBERLY HARTLING-WELLES Name of Taxpayer: RONALD BEAUPRE & BRENDA LUDWIG It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Quit PARCEL NO. 28: Description of Property Claim Deed dated September 5, 2006, and recorded in Book 126, Page 111 of Description of Property Name of Taxpayer: FRANK McALLISTER & ERICA McALLISTER It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- 1997 Redman Shadowridge mobile home, serial number 12231074, 28' x 72'. the Town of Hardwick Land Records from August Wahler and Claire Wahler to Description of Property ranty Deed dated October 31, 2005, and recorded in Book 123, Page 266 of the AMOUNT OF TAXES G.W. Properties, LLC. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Town of Hardwick Land Records from Luis Guzman to Joshua J. Welles and YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS AMOUNT OF TAXES ranty Deed dated January 24, 2006, and recorded in Book 124, Pages 106- YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Kimberly Hartling-Welles 2008-2009 $945.78 107 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Susan Jennings to Frank 2008-2009 $4,441.31 McAllister and Erica McAllister. AMOUNT OF TAXES AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS PARCEL NO. 15: 2008-2009 $250.87 PARCEL NO. 3: YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Name of Taxpayer: DANNY P. HALE and TAMARA A. HALE 2008-2009 $1,467.68 Name of Taxpayer: MONICA BOTTINELLI Description of Property PARCEL NO. 43: Description of Property It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Name of Taxpayer: ALFRED WILLEY & SHERRI WILLEY It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- PARCEL NO. 29: ranty Deed dated August 19, 2002, and recorded in Book 112, Pages 139-140 Name of Taxpayer: JENNIFER T. MISERAK Description of Property ranty Deed dated April 30, 2007, and recorded in Book 128, Page 90 of the of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Lawrence D. Sholan to Danny P. Town of Hardwick Land Records from Roger DeV. Renwick to Monica Bottinelli. Description of Property It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Quit Hale and Tamara A. Hale. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Claim Deed dated November 7, 1990, and recorded in Book 85, Pages 24-25 of AMOUNT OF TAXES AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS ranty Deed dated September 14, 1976, and recorded in Book 59, Pages 376 the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Alfred Willey and Sherri Willey to YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Thomas A. Cuputo to Walter S. 2008-2009 $691.71 Alfred Willey and Sherri Willey, a portion thereof being subject to a Lease Agree- Water & sewer $848.57 Boyle and Jennifer Roff, the interest therein of the said Walter Boyle having been conveyed to Jennifer T. Miserak by Quit Claim Deed dated December 8, ment dated December 7, 2005, and recorded in Book 123, Pages 442-444 of PARCEL NO. 4: PARCEL NO. 16: the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Alfred G. Willey, Sr. and Sherri S. Name of Taxpayer: RICHARD M. BRIGHT, JR. 1988, and recorded in Book 80, Pages 324-325 of the Town of Hardwick Land Name of Taxpayer: HARDWICK VILLAGE RESTAURANT LLC Records. Willey to the Town of Hardwick. Description of Property Description of Property AMOUNT OF TAXES AMOUNT OF TAXES It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS ranty Deed dated September 21, 2004, and recorded in Book 120, Pages 118 ranty Deed dated January 12, 2005, and recorded in Book 121, Page 18 of the 2008-2009 $3,277.73 2008-2009 $596.96 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Lawrence C. Thibault and Sandra Town of Hardwick Land Records from Debbi Bright to Hardwick Village Res- T. Thibault to Richard M. Bright, Jr. and Sherri L. Bright, the interest therein of taurant, LLC. PARCEL NO. 30: PARCEL NO. 44: AMOUNT OF TAXES the said Sherri Bright having purportedly been conveyed to Richard Bright by Name of Taxpayer: WALDON P. MOFFATT Name of Taxpayer: ROBIN L. YERLY Quit Claim Deed dated February 4, 2008, and recorded in Book 130, Page 314 YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Description of Property 2008-2009 $3,243.79 It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Description of Property of the Town of Hardwick Land Records. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by AMOUNT OF TAXES ranty Deed dated June 28, 1965, and recorded in Book 53, Page 202 of the PARCEL NO. 17: Town of Hardwick Land Records from Bert A. King and Evelyn J. King to Warranty Deed dated May 2, 2000, and recorded in Book 106, Page 473 YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Name of Taxpayer: JACLYN E. HARMAN Waldon P. Moffatt and Shirley R. Moffatt, the said Shirley R. Moffatt being of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Howard Gibbs to Robin L. Water & sewer $481.60 Description of Property now deceased. Yerly, said premises having subsequently been conveyed by Auctioneer's It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Executor's AMOUNT OF TAXES Deed dated May 21, 2009, and recorded in Book 133, Page 411 of the PARCEL NO. 5: Deed dated May 17, 2004, and recorded in Book 118, Page 495 of the Town of YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Town of Hardwick Land Records from Robert Prozzo to Capsouth, LLC. Name of Taxpayer: ROBERT COATES & DIANE COATES Hardwick Land Records from Don Gaskell, Executor of the Estate of Howard 2008-2009 $778.86 AMOUNT OF TAXES Description of Property A. Merrill to Jaclyn E. Harman, together with all and the whole of the same YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- PARCEL NO. 31: land and premises conveyed by Executor's Deed dated May 17, 2004, and 2008-2009 $2,308.60 ranty Deed dated December 30, 1987, and recorded in Book 82, Pages 173- recorded in Book 118, Page 494 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Name of Taxpayer: DAVID PATTEN and RITA PATTEN 174 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from William A. Corrow to Robert Don Gaskell, Executor of the Estate of Donald S. Merrill to Jaclyn E. Harman. Description of Property And such lands and premises will be sold at public auction at the third Coates and Diane Coates, with the exception of that certain easement granted AMOUNT OF TAXES It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- floor meeting room of the Memorial Building, 20 Church Street in the Town by instrument dated September 19, 2000, and recorded in Book 107, Page YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS ranty Deed dated November 3, 1997, and recorded in Book 101, Pages 264- of Hardwick, Vermont, a public place within said municipality, on the 25th 433 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Robert J. Coates and Diane 2008-2009 $620.52 265 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Winifred A. Patoine and day of August, 2009, as per the following schedule: Coates to Verizon New England, Inc. and Hardwick Electric Department. Norman Patoine to David Patten and Rita Patten. PARCEL NO. 1 - 9:00 A.M. PARCEL NO. 18: AMOUNT OF TAXES AMOUNT OF TAXES PARCEL NO. 2 - 9:03 A.M. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Name of Taxpayer: HOMESALES, INC. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS 2008-2009 $1,545.22 PARCEL NO. 3 - 9:06 A.M. 2008-2009 $4,857.69 Description of Property It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by PARCEL NO. 4 - 9:09 A.M. Auctioneer's Deed dated February 12, 2009, and recorded in Book 133, Page PARCEL NO. 32: PARCEL NO. 5 - 9:12 A.M. PARCEL NO. 6: Name of Taxpayer: KARLA ROWELL and DOUGLAS ROWELL Name of Taxpayer: WILLIAM A. COLEMAN 77 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Robert Prozzo to Homesales, Description of Property PARCEL NO. 6 - 9:15 A.M. Description of Property Inc. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- PARCEL NO. 7 - 9:18 A.M. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- AMOUNT OF TAXES ranty Deed dated July 15, 1993, and recorded in Book 91, Pages 245-246 of ranty Deed dated January 17, 2001, and recorded in Book 108, Pages 162- YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS PARCEL NO. 8 - 9:21 A.M. Water & sewer $836.97 the Town of Hardwick Land Records from William F. Hill to Karla Rowell, to- 163 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Vivien Garven and Henriette PARCEL NO. 9 - 9:24 A.M. gether with the 1967 Newport mobile home, serial number 1040-6012 lo- Garven to William A. Coleman and Amanda Gustafson, the interest therein of PARCEL NO. 10 - 9:27 A.M. PARCEL NO. 19: cated thereupon. the said Amanda Gustafson having been conveyed to William A. Coleman by PARCEL NO. 11 - 9:30 A.M. Name of Taxpayer: IDLE HOUR GROUP, LLC AMOUNT OF TAXES Quit Claim Deed dated October 19, 2004, and recorded in Book 120, Page 240 Description of Property YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS PARCEL NO. 12 - 9:33 A.M. of the Town of Hardwick Land Records. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- 2008-2009 $613.10 PARCEL NO. 13 - 9:36 A.M AMOUNT OF TAXES ranty Deed dated May 31, 2005, and recorded in Book 122, Page 30 of the Water & sewer $902.66 PARCEL NO. 14 - 9:39 A.M.. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Town of Hardwick Land Records from Barbara M. Berthiaume to idle Hour 2008-2009 $3,317.03 Group, LLC, said premises having been subsequently conveyed by Warranty PARCEL NO. 33: PARCEL NO. 15 - 9:42 A.M. PARCEL NO. 16 - 9:45 A.M. PARCEL NO. 7: Deed dated September 12, 2008, and recorded in Book 132, Pages 123-124 Name of Taxpayer: CHARLES H. SARTELLE, JR, Name of Taxpayer: WAYNE L. CORCORAN and RENEE CORCORAN of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Idle Hour Group, LLC, to Perry Description of Property PARCEL NO. 17 - 9:48 A.M. Description of Property Heller. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- PARCEL NO. 18 - 9:51 A.M. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- AMOUNT OF TAXES ranty Deed dated September 2, 1988, and recorded in Book 79, Pages 378- PARCEL NO. 19 - 9:54 A.M. ranty Deed dated April 6, 1998, and recorded in Book 102, Pages 250-251 of YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS 380 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Allen Reed, Jr., and Janet the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Thomas G. Cloutier and Cynthia L. 2008-2009 $2,413.37 Reed to Charles H. Sartelle, Jr. and Janey G. Sartelle, with the exception of PARCEL NO. 20 - 9:57 A.M. Cloutier to Wayne L. Corcoran and Renee Corcoran. that portion thereof conveyed by Warranty Deed dated June 9, 1995, and PARCEL NO. 21 - 10:00 A.M. AMOUNT OF TAXES PARCEL NO. 20: recorded in Book 96, Pages 110-111 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records PARCEL NO. 22 - 10:03 A.M. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Name of Taxpayer: EDWARD G. KEENE & BARBARA E. KEENE from Charles H. Sartelle, Jr. and Janey G. Sartelle to Charles H. Sartelle, Sr. PARCEL NO. 23 - 10:06 A.M. 2008-2009 $262.05 Description of Property and Marion I. Sartelle, and with the further exception of that certain easement PARCEL NO. 24 - 10:09 A.M. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- conveyed by instrument dated June 8, 1995, and recorded in Book 96, Pages PARCEL NO. 8: ranty Deed dated August 30, 1994, and recorded in Book 94, Pages 79-80 of 108-109 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Charles H. Sartelle, Jr. PARCEL NO. 25 - 10:12 A.M. Name of Taxpayer: CRAIG L. CURSCHMANN, SR. the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Everett Keene to Edward G. Keene and Janey G. Sartelle to Hardwick Electric Department; the interest of the said PARCEL NO. 26 - 10:15 A.M. Description of Property and Barbara E. Keene, with the exception of that certain right of way conveyed Janey G. Sartelle in and to said land and premises having been conveyed to PARCEL NO. 27 - 10:18 A.M. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- by instrument dated May 24, 1994, and recorded in Book 93, Pages 258-259 Charles H. Sartelle, Jr. by Quit Claim Deed dated May 6, 1998, and recorded in PARCEL NO. 28 - 10:21 A.M. ranty Deed dated October 26, 2006, and recorded in Book 126, Page 469 of Book 102, Page 370 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records. of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Everett L. Keene to Hardwick PARCEL NO. 29 - 10:24 A.M. the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Marie Sholan to Craig L. Electric Department. AMOUNT OF TAXES Curschmann, Sr. AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS PARCEL NO. 30 - 10:27 A.M. AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS 2008-2009 $1,333.39 PARCEL NO. 31 - 10:30 A.M. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS 2008-2009 $711.79 2007-2008 $1,537.39 PARCEL NO. 32 - 10:33 A.M. PARCEL NO. 34: 2008-2009 1,301.25 PARCEL NO. 33 - 10:36 A.M. PARCEL NO. 21: Name of Taxpayer: BARBARA SAVOIE Name of Taxpayer: BRENDA S. LUDWIG & JILL J. KEENE Description of Property PARCEL NO. 34 - 10:39 A.M. PARCEL NO. 9: PARCEL NO. 35 - 10:41 A.M. Name of Taxpayer: FRANCIS CARR DAVIS Description of Property It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Description of Property It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- ranty Deed dated January 31, 2000, and recorded in Book 106, Page 302 of PARCEL NO. 36 - 10:45 A.M. It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by ranty Deed dated August 30, 1994, and recorded in Book 94, Page 81 of the the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Lawrence Lepine and Paulette Lepine PARCEL NO. 37 - 10:47 A.M. Administrator's Deed dated April 14, 1983, and recorded in Book 68, Pages Town of Hardwick Land Records from Everett Keene to Brenda S. Ludwig and to Rory Savoie and Barbara Savoie, the interest therein of the said Rory Savoie PARCEL NO. 38 - 10:51 A.M. Jill J. Keene, with the exception of that certain right of way conveyed by in- having been conveyed to Barbara Savoie by Quit Claim Deed dated February 437-438 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Coleen D. Strong, Ad- PARCEL NO. 39 - 10:54 A.M. ministratrix of the Estate of Herbert W. Powers, to Francis Carr Davis, and strument dated May 24, 1994, and recorded in Book 93, Pages 258-259 of the 29, 2000, and recorded in Book 106, Page 343 of the Town of Hardwick Land PARCEL NO. 40 - 10:57 A.M. also being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Town of Hardwick Land Records from Everett L. Keene to Hardwick Electric Records. Administrator's Deed dated April 14, 1983, and recorded in Book 68, Pages Department. AMOUNT OF TAXES PARCEL NO. 41 - 11:00 A.M. 442-443 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Coleen D. Strong, Ad- AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS PARCEL NO. 42 - 11:03 A.M. ministratrix of the Estate of Eliza J. Powers, to Francis Carr Davis, with the YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS 2008-2009 $3,319.38 PARCEL NO. 43 - 11:06 A.M. 2008-2009 $831.84 exception of the portion thereof conveyed by Warranty Deed dated July 30, PARCEL NO. 44 - 11:09 A.M. 1990, and recorded in Book 84, Pages 124-125 of the Town of Hardwick Land PARCEL NO. 35: Records from Francis C. Davis to Robert Hitchcock and Caroline Hitchcock. PARCEL NO. 22: Name of Taxpayer: MICHAEL F. SCHAEFER and AIMEE A. SCHAEFER unless such taxes respectively assessed against the aforesaid properties, AMOUNT OF TAXES Name of Taxpayer: JILL KEENE Description of Property together with costs, interest and fees, shall have been previously paid. YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Description of Property It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- 2008-2009 $2,439.26 2000 Dutch Duchess mobile home, 14'x80', serial number 26722D. ranty Deed dated October 27, 2000, and recorded in Book 107, Page 469 of Pursuant to Title 32, Section 5254 (b), Vermont Statutes Annotated, an owner Water & Sewer 564.62 AMOUNT OF TAXES the Town of Hardwick Land Records from M. Katherine Shaw to Michael F. of property being sold for taxes may request in writing, not less than twenty- YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Schaefer and Aimee A. Schaefer. four (24) hours prior to the tax sale, that only a portion of the property be sold. PARCEL NO. 10: 2008-2009 $1,155.55 AMOUNT OF TAXES Such request must clearly identify the portion of the property to be sold, and Name of Taxpayer: CRAIG DEVENGER & LAURA L. DEVENGER YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS must be accompanied by a certification from the district environmental com- Description of Property PARCEL NO. 23: Water & sewer $636.03 mission and the Town of Hardwick zoning administrative officer that the por- It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by Quit Name of Taxpayer: PHILLIP A. KEOUGH & SARAH DEMO tion identified may be subdivided and meets the minimum lot size require- Claim Deed dated June 18, 1992, and recorded in Book 89, Pages 49-50 of Description of Property PARCEL NO. 37: ments. In the event that the portion so identified by the taxpayer cannot be Name of Taxpayer: CLAIRE S. SLAYTON the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Fred Devenger, Jr. and Theresa It being A 14' X 66' mobile home presently located at Evergreen Manor, Lot sold for the amount of the unpaid tax and costs, then the entire property will be No. 27 in the Town of Hardwick, Vermont. Description of Property Devenger to Craig A. Devenger and Laura L. Devenger, together with the 1987 It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- sold to pay such unpaid tax and costs. Commodore Comet mobile home, model No. BU 025, serial number CM 14887 AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS ranty Deed dated September 8, 1989, and recorded in Book 89, Pages 29-30 AB, located thereupon. 2008-2009 $496.02 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Henry Richard and Helen Rich- Taxpayers are further advised of their right to have a hearing before the AMOUNT OF TAXES ard to Claire S. Slayton Town of Hardwick Board for the Abatement of Taxes in accordance with AMOUNT OF TAXES YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS PARCEL NO. 24: the provisions of Title 24, Section 1535, Vermont Statutes Annotated. Tax- YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS Water & Sewer $875.25 Name of Taxpayer: ALTON E. KING payers wishing to have such a hearing must contact the Hardwick Town 2008-2009 $1,768.42 Clerk to request such a hearing. PARCEL NO. 11: Description of Property Name of Taxpayer: CLIFTON A. DRAGON & DARLENE G. DRAGON It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- PARCEL NO. 38: Dated at the Town of Hardwick, Vermont, this 28th day of July, 2009. Description of Property ranty Deed dated July 13, 2005, and recorded in Book 122, Page 68 of the Name of Taxpayer: LEONARD SPENCER and SUSAN A. SPENCER Town of Hardwick Land Records from Larry Thibault to Alton E. King. Description of Property ATTEST: s/ Robert Lewis It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- AMOUNT OF TAXES Robert Lewis, Tax Collector for the ranty Deed dated November 27, 1995, and recorded in Book 97, Pages 266- It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS ranty Deed dated May 24, 1991, and recorded in Book 85, Pages 467-468 of Town of Hardwick, Vermont 268 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from William Werner and Patricia Water & sewer $1,033.49 the Town of Hardwick Land Records from Edmund Carpenter and Betty Car- Werner to Clifton A. Dragon and Darlene G. Dragon, together with the 1988 penter to Leonard H. Spencer and Susan A. Spencer. Skyline Hampshire mobile home, 14' x 70'. serial number 2216-0117X lo- PARCEL NO. 25: AMOUNT OF TAXES cated thereon. Name of Taxpayer: WENDY L. MADIGAN and ALLEN D. MADIGAN YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS AMOUNT OF TAXES Description of Property 2008-2009 $2,413.83 YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- 2008-2009 $363.40 ranty Deed dated August 28, 1995, and recorded in Book 96, Page 441 of the PARCEL NO. 40: Water & Sewer 290.08 Town of Hardwick Land Records from Sheryl M. Williams to Wendy L. Madigan Name of Taxpayer: VERMONT MILK COMPANY, INC. and Allen D. Madigan. Description of Property PARCEL NO. 12: AMOUNT OF TAXES It being all and the whole of the same land and premises conveyed by War- Name of Taxpayer: STEPHEN DRAPER, RUSSELL DRAPER & DANIEL YEAR COLLECTOR’S FEES, INTEREST AND COSTS ranty Deed dated October 5, 2006, and recorded in Book 126, Pages 275-276 FAGNANT Water & sewer $682.53 of the Town of Hardwick Land Records from VQD Real Estate LLC, formerly Page Six The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Critters Get Hooked On Books CRAFTSBURY — The Any child up to grade eight can THIS Craftsbury Public Library hosts two come to the library to receive an more Wednesday evening programs entry form for a chance to win $1,000 for children during August. that can be used toward the child’s John Wrazen, a biologist from college tuition. The Vermont Stu- Johnson State college will be at the dent Assistance Corporation, the library at 6:30 p.m., today with many Vermont Higher Education Invest- different and exotic live animals and ment Plan and the Vermont Depart- creatures. Children will be able to ment of Libraries are sponsoring touch and see them up close and this drawing. All entries need to be learn about their habitats and char- back to the library by Aug. 18 to EE acteristics. qualify for the drawing. W K Anne Hanson and Cheryl The library is open on Tuesday ¥MILD LIGHT, 5 p.m., an evening of Ecklund from the Porter Brook Na- and Friday from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Thurs., Aug. 6 cantastoria as presented by Clare Dolan, EXHIBITS ture Center in Greensboro will lead Wednesday, and Saturday, 9 a.m.- ¥FREE FAMILY LITERACY CLASSES the Chief Operating Philosopher of the ¥BREAD & PUPPET MUSEUM, open a nature art program at 6:30 p.m., noon, Thursday, 2-6 p.m., and Sun- for parents of children under 8 years old. Museum of Everyday Life, Paper Mache daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. until November 1. Aug. 12. This final event will con- day, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Work on your high school diploma, GED Cathedral, Bread & Puppet Farm, Rte. Admission free. Museum tours Sundays clude with ice cream. For more information, tele- or other educational goals, while learning 122, Glover. Information: 802-525-3031. at 1 p.m. and Fridays at 6:30 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend phone 586-9683. ways to help your young children Located on Rte. 122, Glover. Informa- these free events. succeed. Classes meet Tuesday, Monday, Aug. 10 tion: 802-525-3031/6972, View from the Lodge, by Deborah Holmes. (courtesy photo) Wednesday and Thursday mornings. ¥WEAVING WORKSHOPS, Mondays www.breadandpup.org. Help with childcare and mileage. For from 10 a.m. to noon with Tim Rumbinas, ¥COSTA RICA PART I, images of the Vermont Philharmonic more information call Julia or Lucinda at in the Samuel Read Hall House, at the people of Costa Rica in B&W giclee The Family Literacy Center, 888-6810. Old Stone House Museum, Brownington. prints by Orah Moore, Gallery at Watercolor Artist Exhibits ¥AREA AGENCY ON AGING for Join any time. Haymaker, 84 Lower Main St., Pops To Feature Northeastern Vermont’s Hardwick Office. ¥THE BARRE-TONES, women’s chorus, Morrisville. Information: 802-888-2309, Open 9 a.m. - noon and 1-3 p.m. Enter 7 p.m., Alumni Hall, Barre Auditorium. orahmoore.com. through the rear door of the Merchant’s Paintings At Highland Lodge Open to all women age 18 and over. •VERMONT ARTS COUNCIL’S Broadway Veteran Bank Building. Call for an appointment at GREENSBORO — Images rang- capture family farms in her work. ¥PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME, every Spotlight Gallery Features “Pieces of HARDWICK — The Vermont classical pieces and Broadway tunes 472-6525. ing from a sunset over Caspian Lake This summer, Holmes concen- Monday, 10 a.m. Stories, puppets and Vermont.” 136 State St., Montpelier. Philharmonic and music director by Rodgers & Hammerstein, Ed- ¥HEART AND SOUL SINGERS, meet with a lone canoe to the colorful 5-foot trated on life in Greensboro and the songs, Jaquith Library, Marshfield. Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Louis Kosma will present its an- ward Elgar, Leroy Anderson, rooster that mysteriously moves landscape surrounding it. The artist Thursday evenings 6:30 - 8 p.m., River Information: 802-828-5423. nual summer pops concert featur- Georges Bizet, Lerner & Lowe and Arts Council, Morrisville. Formal singing ¥CRAFTSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY around Greensboro in the summer paints every day, on site if possible. •EXHIBITION OF KARL DECKER’S ing Broadway and television vet- more. experience not required. Information: presents an Evening of Music, a are among 50 on exhibit at the High- Usually, she has a destination in mind Children’s Program, 6:30 p.m., featuring documentary photograph project The eran Peter Boynton at 7:30 p.m., The philharmonic has per- 586-9912 RoseMary or 476-8947 Donia. Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Town land Lodge until Aug. 31. There will but sometimes has to change plans if ¥AMAPOLA: Music from all over Latin Fran Rowell, Cellist of the Craftsbury People of Townshend, Vermont, Sterling formed at the Town House the past be an opening from 4-6 p.m., Satur- the cows are pastured in the field America, 6:30 p.m., The Old School- Chamber Players. Free and open to all College, Craftsbury Common. Sterling House. two years during its regular classi- day with all donations at the door and where she planned to paint. house Common, School St., Marshfield. ages. College’s Brown Library. Information: Celebrating its 50th Anniver- cal season. a portion of the sales given to the Holmes, who has painted since ¥BOOK-MAKING WITH Susan ¥SUMMER READING PROGRAM, noon www.karldecker.com or contact Barbara sary Season as the state’s oldest Tickets are available online at Hardwick Food Pantry. Refreshments childhood, began making her living as O’Connell, 4 p.m., Jeudevine Library, - 1 p.m. for preschoolers - grade 2; 2 - 3 at [email protected]. community orchestra, the Philhar- www.vermontphilharmonic.org. will be served. an artist after teaching for several Hardwick. Information: 472-5948 or p.m. for grades 3-4, Woodbury Commu- ¥JACOB WALKER ART GALLERY monic will perform a mix of light Deborah Holmes and her hus- years. She graduated from Vassar [email protected] nity Library. Call Bob Joly, Librarian to (now at two new locations), Copley band have been coming to Greens- College where she studied history and ¥DARK SIDE OF THE LOON, Documen- register: 592-3062, or stop in at the Hospital Gallery (528 Washington library any Monday to sign up. boro from the Middlebury area since fine art. For more than 20 years she tary film by Gail Osherenko, 7 p.m., Highway) and at River Arts (74 Pleasant River Arts Center, Morrisville. Informa- ¥FORAYS INTO AVIAN ECOLOGY their honeymoon at the lodge. They has been painting the Vermont land- St.), both in Morrisville. Artwork in oil, Shakespeare — tion: www.riverartsvt.org, (802) 888- Research: Youth Birding Program, 6:30 liked it here so much, they bought a scape. Her work can be seen in shops watercolor, acrylic, and pastel for sale “getaway” near the village where she and galleries throughout Vermont and 1261. p.m., North Branch Nature Center, 713 and can be seen daily from 10 a.m. to 5 frequently escapes in order to paint. one of her many farm images hangs at ¥5K CROSS-COUNTRY RACES - walk, Elm St., Montpelier. Open to all ages. Both Indoors And Out The family is moving to Greensboro the Department of Agriculture in jog, run, race, 6 p.m., Hardwick Trails, Information: 229-6206. p.m. through October 16. Artists will be CRAFTSBURY — Three perfor- behind the middle school at the Acad- for at least a year, thanks to a cre- Washington, D.C., representing the Hazen Union School. Six week race sitting at River Arts on Saturdays and mances of this year’s “Get Thee To emy. Sunday, at 1 p.m., the perfor- ation grant she received this spring to state of Vermont. series, Thursday evenings. Come for Tuesday, Aug. 11 Sundays. The Funnery” Shakespeare camp will mance takes place in the outdoor sculp- one or all. Presented by Northern ¥FREE FAMILY LITERACY CLASSES for ¥CHARLOTTE POTOK RETROSPEC- take place in and around Craftsbury ture garden at the studio/home of Vermont Ridge Runners running club. parents of children under 8 years old. Work TIVE: A Vermont Potter, The Blinking this weekend. Craftsbury wood carver Hugo Mesa, Information: Jennifer at 472-8765, on your high school diploma, GED or other Light Gallery in Plainfield celebrates its This is the 12th season of Peter at 673 West Hill Road (across from Musical Story Hour With [email protected]. educational goals, while learning ways to 10th anniversary with a tribute to its Gould’s Funnery camp, and this Cemetery Road) one-half mile uphill help your young children succeed. Classes founder. through August. Open Thurs- summer’s production is a heartfelt, from Route 14; parking in the lower Friday, Aug. 7 meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday days from 2 to 6 p.m. and Fridays, physical, and deeply emotional rendi- field. Bring lawn chairs, sunscreen, The Chamber Players ¥HARDWICK PEACE VIGIL every mornings. Help with childcare and mileage. Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to tion of “Juliet and Romeo.” hats, and bug spray for the outdoor GREENSBORO — Pianist Barone has performed as solo- Friday, 5-6 at the Hardwick Peace Park. For more information call Julia or Lucinda 6 p.m. Information: (802) 454-0141 or The company presents “Juliet and performances. Rain location for the Marcantonio Barone will play ist with major orchestras on four Come join us for any part of that hour. at The Family Literacy Center, 888-6810. www.blinkinglightgallery.com. Romeo” at 7 p.m., Friday at Simpson outdoor shows is Simpson Hall. Modeste Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at continents and has given solo recit- Sponsored by the Hardwick Area Peace ¥FIGURE DRAWING OPEN STUDIO, ¥EXHIBIT AT THE HANGMAN FRAME Hall, Sterling College. Saturday, at 2 Performances are free and handi- every Tuesday, 6 to 8:30 p.m., River an Exhibition” at 7 p.m., Aug. 10 at als in New York, London, Moscow, & Justice Coalition. Information: 533- SHOP AND GALLERY, Main Street, p.m., “Juliet and Romeo” is part of capped-accessible; donations are re- 7175. Arts, Morrisville. Bring your own the Greensboro Free Library. The and other North American and Eu- Hardwick. Exhibiting artists include Craftsbury Home Days, performed quested and most welcome. ¥STORY HOUR, Greensboro Free materials, model available. Information: Harriet Wood, Justin Wood, Ann Young, work, a suite of 10 piano pieces, was ropean cities. He is also a frequent Library, Fridays, 10 a.m. Stories, songs, 472-6908 or 888-1261. Carol Drury and Axel Stohlberg. Art originally produced to perpetuate guest artist at a variety of chamber games, crafts and fun. 53 Wilson Street, ¥SHAPE-NOTE SINGS, Tuesdays, 7:30 Show runs through Aug. 19. Information: the memory of a friend. Barone will ensembles including the Philadel- Greensboro. Information: 533-2531. p.m. July and August, Bread & Puppet 525-4405, 456-8708 or 472-6270. Author Focuses On tell the story and sharing the art phia Orchestra Chamber Music Con- ¥UNITED CHURCH OF JOHNSON New Building behind the museum. No ¥THE VIEW FROM GREENSBORO, an upon which the music is based. certs, the Wiser Quartet and the Annual Flea Market, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Yard experience necessary, all welcome. exhibit of watercolors by Deborah Craftsbury Chamber Players. sale, bake sale, silent auction, raffle, Located on Rte. 122, Glover. Information: Holmes at Highland Lodge, Craftsbury Culture And Cuisine Call 533-2531 for more infor- barbeque, thrift shop will be open. 802-525-3031/6972. Rd., Greensboro, through Aug. 31, 2009. HARDWICK — The Galaxy food in particular. When she moved mation. ¥READING AND SIGNING, Richard ¥LAMOILLE RIVER SWINGERS Opening Reception: Saturday, Aug. 8, Bookshop welcomes chef and au- to China at age 30, with her boy- Russo, author of “That Old Cape Square & Round Dance Club, learn to 2009, 4-6 p.m. Information: Highland thor Linda Furiya at 7 p.m., Tues- friend, she expected to find common Magic,”, 7 p.m., at the Chapel, Vermont square dance, Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., Lodge: 533-2647; Deborah: 533-2597. day. She will read from and auto- ground with locals as an Asian- College of Fine Arts, College St., Peoples Academy Cafeteria, graph her new memoir, How to Cook American, but instead struggled Cheese To Eat, Montpelier. Tickets available at Bear Morrisville. Information: 888-5309, 644- ONGOING a Dragon, a story of her travels in with the cultural differences she ran Pond Books, 77 Main St., Montpelier. 2850, 635-2346, or 533-7122. ¥BABCOCK HOUSE MUSEUM, China and her education in the ways into as an American woman. Ulti- Information: (802) 229-0774. ¥LINDA FURIYA, 7 p.m., The Galaxy Craftsbury Common, open Wednesday of traditional Chinese cooking. The mately, Furiya surpassed these chal- ¥SHAKESPEARE IN THE HILLS, Bookshop, discussing “How to Cook a Cheese To and Saturday mornings, 10 a.m. to noon, book mingles narrative with recipes lenges and found inspiration from production of “Twelfth Night, performed Dragon,” her second memoir. Informa- other times by chance or appointment, the courageous Chinese women who by summer campers age 10-17, 7:30 tion: 472-5533 or in the author’s journey to discover through October 15. graced her life. The experiences of Tuesday, Aug. 11, 8 p.m. Read p.m., Plainfield Town Hall, Plainfield. www.galaxybookshop.com. herself and her heritage in a foreign ¥HARDWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETY Tickets at the door. Information: 454- ¥CHRISTMAS IN AUGUST SALE, 9 a.m. land. preparing and eating Chinese cui- HARDWICK — Allison Hooper, Open Tues. & Thurs. 1pm-4pm United Church of Christ, 9334. - 1 p.m., Cabot Church. Crafts, plants, Growing up Japanese-American sine offered her a window into the co-founder of Vermont Butter & ¥THE BREAD & PUPPET MUSEUM, Greensboro ¥52ND ANNUAL STOWE ANTIQUE and food, attic treasures. in southern Indiana shaped the ways nurturing side of the Chinese cul- Cheese Company and author of In a one of the biggest collections of some of Classic Car Meet, Aug. 7 - 9. Informa- ¥CALEDONIA RIGHT TO LIFE GROUP, Furyia related to food, and Asian ture and people. Cheesemaker’s Kitchen, will host a the biggest puppets in the world, open tion: 1-800-GO-STOWE or 7:30 p.m., Father Lively Center, 506 For more information, call 472- dinner and book signing at 6 p.m., daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until November 1. featuring www.gostowe.com. Summer St., St. Johnsbury. Information: 5533 or go to Monday, Aug. 17 at Claire’s Restau- Rte. 122, Glover. Free. Summer Music from ¥GARETH HEDGES, British fingerstyle 467-8369, 633-3203 or 748-3930. www.galaxybookshop.com rant, as part of the Our Kitchen guitarist, in concert, 8 p.m., Hardwick Old Home Greensboro Bookshelf series. Hooper’s cookbook, Town House. Music ranges from Wednesday, Aug. 12 COMMUNITY which celebrates the art of American traditional blues to his own ¥MARSHFIELD PLAYGROUP, Day Chamber Orchestra cheesemaking and the products of originals. Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Old School- MEALS Vermont Butter & Cheese, will pro- Saturday, Aug. 8 house Common during Community ¥COMMUNITY DINNERS, Thursdays, Zinovy Bogacheck, vide the recipes for a three course Supper. For children birth to five and noon, Hardwick United Church, Planning Concertmaster meal prepared by chef Steven ¥KINGDOM RUN: 20K, 10K, 5K Run & their adults. Information: 476-8757 x113. donation. Sponsored by the Buffalo Walk on dirt roads in the Northeast Obranovich. ¥FREE FAMILY LITERACY CLASSES Mountain Co-op. Information: 472-6020. RTE. 100, MORRISVILLE, VT 05661 Kingdom, 8 a.m. on the Common in Continues Igor Leschishin, The book is not officially pub- for parents of children under 8 years old. ¥FREE COMMUNITY DINNER, Holy Only minutes from Stowe! Irasburg. To benefit the NEK Spay- oboe lished until November, but The Gal- Work on your high school diploma, GED Grounds Coffee Shop, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., WOODBURY — The Woodbury Neuter Program. Information: 802-766- Main St., Hardwick. Historical Society’s monthly meet- MOVIE GUIDE ¥ 888-3293 axy Bookshop will have copies for 5310 or [email protected]. or other educational goals, while learning Zino Bogacheck, sale at this event! Tickets for the ways to help your young children ¥FREE WEEKLY COMMUNITY ing will be at 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. WWW.BIJOU4.COM ¥CHICKEN B-B-Q, Meridian Sun Lodge SUPPERS, Wednesday, 6 - 7:30 p.m., 13, in the Community Library. violin dinner are available at the book No. 20, F & AM, Craftsbury, 3:30 p.m. succeed. Classes meet Tuesday, FOR MOVIE REVIEWS AND PREVIEWS store. Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Marshfield. Old School House Common. Final plans for the 3rd Annual Eat-in or take-out. ¥COMMUNITY POTLUCK DINNERS, Old Home Day will be addressed. Our Kitchen Bookshelf is an ¥UNITED CHURCH OF JOHNSON Help with childcare and mileage. For Music of Plainfield Community Center, 4th Tues. Anyone is welcome to help with this BARGAIN MATINEES ongoing series that pairs food re- Annual Flea Market, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Yard more information call Julia or Lucinda at of the month. All Shows $4.50 before 6 p.m. J.S. Bach: sale, bake sale, silent auction, raffle, The Family Literacy Center, 888-6810. special community event. lated books with meals. For addi- ¥FREE COMMUNITY SUPPER, open to Concerto in C minor tional information, go to barbeque, thrift shop will be open. ¥AREA AGENCY ON AGING for •3RD ANNUAL VETERAN’S DRIVE, Northeastern Vermont’s Hardwick Office, one and all, third Wednesdays at 6 p.m., for violin and oboe www.clairesvt.com, United Church of Craftsbury, on the www.galaxybookshop.com or 472- Moose Club, Route 14, Williamstown. 9 a.m. - noon and 1 - 3 p.m. Enter through the rear door of the Merchant’s Common. Information: (802) 586-8028. 5533. Information: 802-479-2194. ¥SHAKESPEARE IN THE HILLS, Bank Building. Call for an appointment at ¥HARDWICK AREA FOOD PANTRY, production of “Twelfth Night, performed 472-6525. West Church Street, adjoining St. Johns ¥STORY TIME at Jeudevine Memorial Church. Open Mon. noon - 2 p.m.; CHICKEN PIE SUPPER by summer campers age 10-17, 2 p.m., Plainfield Town Hall, Plainfield. Tickets at Library in Hardwick, 10 a.m. Call for Thurs. and Sat., 9 - 11 a.m. Information: THURS., August 13 ¥ Serving at 5:30 & 7:30 p.m. the door. Information: 454-9334. information: 472-5948. 472-5940. St. Michael's Parish Hall •CHILDREN’S FELTING WORKSHOP, [email protected] 10 - 11:45 a.m., The Art House, ¥STORY TIME for kids aged 7 - 12, 1 - 2 Greensboro Bend, VT Craftsbury Common. Ages 7 and up. p.m., Jeudevine Library, Hardwick, Menu: Information and registration: 586-2545 or Wednesday afternoons through the SUBSCRIBE Chicken pie ¥ Assorted casseroles [email protected]. summer. The focus is on adventure Baked beans ¥ Cole slaw ¥ Rolls ¥52ND ANNUAL STOWE ANTIQUE and stories. Information: Pie All proceeds Classic Car Meet, Aug. 7 - 9. Informa- [email protected] or (802) Beverage tion: 1-800-GO-STOWE or benefit 472-5948. $ St. Michael's www.gostowe.com. Adults ~ 8.00 ¥CREATIVE LITERACY: I’m a Razzle- Altar Society •THE BLINKING LIGHT GALLERY’S Children under 12 ~ $4 Annual Ice Cream Social, 5 - 8 p.m., at Dazzle Reader - Give me a Good Book the gallery. Information: (802) 454-0141 to Sing with, Gary Dulabaum, Performer or www.blinkinglightgallery.com. for children, 1:30 p.m., Greensboro Free Library. Information: 802-533-2531. Sunday, Aug. 9 ¥CIRCUS SMIRKUS, 2 and 7 p.m., ¥GARDEN SKILLS WORKSHOP with Montpelier High School, Montpelier. Rachel Kane, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Information: 1-877-764-7587, Perennial Pleasures Nursery, East www.smirkus.org. Hardwick. Registration and information: ¥CRAFTSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 472-5104. Summer Children’s Program, 6:30 p.m. ¥CONCERT ON THE Craftsbury Porter Brook Nature Center, Art Program Common, Newport Area Concert Band, 7 with Anne Hanson and Cheryl Eklund. p.m. Bring a picnic! Free and open to all ages. Information: ¥52ND ANNUAL STOWE ANTIQUE and 586-9683. Cassie's Classic Car Meet, Aug. 7 - 9. Informa- ¥SAY SEITAN! with Kate Arnold. Seitan tion: 1-800-GO-STOWE or is a popular vegetarian meat substitute. 7 www.gostowe.com. p.m. at the Buffalo Mountain Co-op Cafe. Corner ¥HYMN SING, 11 a.m., followed by old Registration and information: Kate at recipe luncheon at East Hardwick Ice Cream Church. Old Tool display at the 472-3844 or email Caledonia Grange Hall following lunch. [email protected]. ¥OLD STONE HOUSE DAY, hosted by ¥PERSEID METEOR SHOWER. Bring a Shop the Orleans County Historical Society, 10 lawn chair or blanket, 9:30 p.m., North a.m. to 4 p.m., Brownington. Branch Nature Center, 713 Elm Street, ¥SUMMIT SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE, 3-6 Montpelier. Information: 229-6206. We are located between p.m., Monteverdi/Summit School ¥UNADILLA THEATRE presents “She Building, 46 Barre St., Montpelier. Live Stoops to Conquer”, 7:30 p.m. Informa- Willey’s Store and the music, refreshments, jam session. Free tion: www.Unadilla.org or 456-8968. and open to the public. Information: Caspian Lake beach in (802) 917-1186. email: Greensboro, Vermont [email protected]. ¥SCYTHES AND SCYTHING, with Ed Goldstein, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Wheelock THANKS Hours: Noon to 8 p.m. Mountain Farm. Information: FOR SAYING YOU SAW IT IN [email protected] or THE HARDWICK GAZETTE call 533-2296 or 533-9929. The Hardwick Gazette, August 5, 2009 Page Seven An Artificial Border Altschuler-Mouffe Duo Present Made Real Superb Music And Coordination ties. A number of border towns share services with communities across 1909) evokes that extraordinary work Sonata Op. 3. No. 6 (1805) were next. BOOK REVIEW the line and there are many tight of architecture in Grenada, which is The highpoint of the evening was bonds of family and friendship be- REVIEW so beautiful that even the religious the History Of The Tango by Astor tween people living in towns divided fanatics of the Reconquest (who fi- Piazzolla (1921-1992). Both musicians by Daniel Métraux by the boundary. nally expelled the Moors in 1492) could took the opportunity to show their The end of the American Revo- Quebec-based writer Matthew by David K. Rodgers not bring themselves to destroy it (a superb bowing and fingering in this lution encouraged thousands of Farfan has composed a marvelous GREENSBORO — The rare case of the triumph of art over very challenging work. Descending American settlers to move to the book, The Vermont-Quebec Border, Altschuler-Mouffe Duo appeared at brutal power!). Mouffe played this arcs of melody of great lyrical beauty northern portion of Vermont. Al- primarily a visual record of life in Summer Music From Greensboro last piece with remarkable technical skill, embody the inherent male/female ten- though there was a clear border the villages, towns and countryside week and gave a stimulating concert keeping two lines going at once, a sion and drama of this music, which between Quebec and what later be- from the mid-19th century to the of works by Spanish, Argentine, Ger- shimmering continuo and the lyric, requires a precise physical coordina- came Vermont as early as 1763, present. He drew from his own col- man, Italian and American compos- giving the aural illusion of two gui- tion unlike any other dance (without many American settlers crossed into lection of photographs, postcards ers. Emil Altschuler on violin and tars. which serious injury could occur!) what is now the Eastern Townships and other documents that show the Jérôme Mouffe on guitar gave full Robert Beaser (1954- ) makes use Altschuler and Mouffe’s own coordi- region of Quebec. Some of these pio- vast changes that have occurred in display of their consummate musi- of Appalachian songs just as the pre- nation was spectacular, with sensi- neers in southern Quebec were loy- the lives of people in the Northeast cianship, with some truly virtuosic vious three Spanish composers drew tive phrasing and a depth of feeling in alists who supported Britain during Kingdom and southern Quebec. playing on their respective instru- on their rich folk traditions, and in their touch. They really made their the Revolutionary War, but the There are old hotels, railway cars ments, especially in the last piece on this rendition of Mountain Songs instruments sing so there were many majority were people looking for and stations, bucolic farms, but most the program. Altschuler and Mouffe played the moments when one hung on each note. good, cheap farmland and the op- of all, we see people from both sides The Altschuler-Mouffe duo gave tunes with deep feeling, which were A brilliant performance of a brilliant portunity to start a new life. of the border sharing their lives to- an excellent performance of Manuel like improvisational variations, yet piece of music! Since the initial settlers of gether. We get the clear sense that de Falla’s Seven Popular Spanish carefully maintaining the integrity of The next (and last) concert in the southern Quebec were all Ameri- we are looking at one set of commu- Songs (1914) in their own fine tran- the original melodic lines. Summer Music From Greensboro se- cans, there was very little to distin- nities rather than two alien groups scription (it was originally scored for After intermission, the two mu- ries will be Aug. 11 and will celebrate guish American and Canadian living close to each other. voice), leaving out the second move- sicians gave their transcription of a J.S. Bach and his sons Wilhelm settlements that straddled the bor- Farfan also provides enough ment. de Falla drew from many differ- Canon from Johann Sebastian Bach’s Friedeman, Carl Phillip Emanuel and der. For many years, the Fourth of text to provide the reader with a ent areas of Spain for his quintessen- (1685-1750) last work, The Art Of Johann Christian, all performed by July was celebrated as much north clear history of the border region. tial folk melodies of great emotional Fugue, the guitar in effect taking the the 20 piece Chamber Orchestra un- of the border as it was to the south. His writing is clear and his analysis power, demonstrating how a relatively left hand continuo while the violin der Zenovy Bogachek, with Igor Americans walked to churches in of cross-border relations fully dem- simple tune can become even more explored the melody as would the right Leschishin as guest oboist. For more Quebec and Canadians to have their onstrates the unity that typifies the beautiful in the hands of a creative hand. information, go to babies in nearby American hospi- border area. composer. Two violin/guitar works by Nicolo www.summermusicfromgreensboro.org. tals. Many houses as well as several Farfan demonstrates how the The Remembrances Of The Paganini (1782-1840), the Cantabile Ellis Jacobson of Cabot stands by one of his 29 papier-mâché or Alhambra by Francisco Tarrega (1854- in D Major, MS 109 (1801-04) and the public buildings such as the inter- search for security has endangered celastic masks on display at the White Water Gallery in East Hardwick. national post office in Beebe Plain the close community relations along The masks range from a normal size to two 6-foot masks. The “About and the Opera House in Derby Line- the border. But whether one agrees Face” show runs until the end of August and includes photographs by Rock Island straddled the border. or not with this point of view, any Victoria Zolnoski. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays or by Sadly, 9-11 changed all that. A reader of this superb book will come appointment. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) Different Eras Offer Musical Variety decade ago, I could enter Canada by away with a clear view of the ciation, fine phrasing and beautiful Craftsbury Chamber Players will be telling the border guard that I was a borderland’s history and culture. tone were perfect for this piece, which on U.S. citizen. I was never asked for The Vermont-Quebec Border: REVIEW certainly deserved the standing ova- Aug. 6 and offers works by Debussy, any identification; today I need a Life on the Line is published by tion at the end. Damase, Bax and Brahms. A mini- passport. This has complicated the Arcadia Publishing and is available Masks Of Many After the intermission, Monica concert for children will take place at lives of people in these communi- in area bookstores. by David K. Rodgers Ohuchi (piano), Mary Rowell (violin) 2 p.m., Thursday in the East HARDWICK — The Craftsbury and Frances Rowell (cello) gave a pas- Craftsbury Presbyterian Church. Chamber Players concert Thursday sionate interpretation of the Trio in D For more information, call 1-800- Faces And Shapes night at the Town House offered an Minor, Op. 49 by Felix Mendelssohn 639-3443 or go to Ryan Family Remembered; interesting program of works from (1809-1847). Written in 1839, it has www.craftsburychamberplayers.org. different eras of music, the Classical, gorgeous melodies right from the first Of Many Meanings the Romantic and even the contempo- movement and tremendous drive, the Curtains On Display rary, all performed with admirable themes beautifully developed with a sizes in celastic and papier mâché musicianship that twice brought the CRAFTSBURY — A large crowd back to the 18th century and origi- complex interweaving of the three The Hardwick Gazette nating from Scotland, Ireland and for dramatic performances in this audience to its feet in standing ova- parts. One element that Mendelssohn necessitated relocating the recent country, Europe and Mexico. Like tions. meeting of the Craftsbury Historical Canada. He and his sister Jeanne REVIEW plays with here is how different a Ryan Locke shared reminiscences Peter Schumann’s Bread and Pup- Katherine Winterstein on violin personality a tune can have depend- Society from the Babcock House Mu- pet figures, they have a bigger than and Inessa Zaretsky on piano played seum to the Church on the Common along with family photographs. Lis- ing on which instrument it is scored teners heard interesting facts about by David K. Rodgers life quality, archetypes of good and with exceptional integration and feel- for. All three musicians made this trio for “Remembering Friends: The Ryan HARDWICK — The current evil forces, both humorous and ing the Sonata in G Major, Op. 30, No. Family.” About 50 people gathered to well-known Craftsbury sites such as really breathe their individual skill the Pike Hotel, operated for many show of sculptures and photographs, frightening. The scrunched up faces 3 by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770- and their fine ensemble effect, while hear Willie Ryan recount his family About Face, at the White Water Gal- with heavy indentations (creating 1827). This was a piece composed early history and share some pithy advice years by a great-grandfather and now the audience certainly felt the fire by familiar as the administration build- lery certainly lives up to its name, as bold shadows) are sometimes remi- in his career (1802) but already em- giving them a spontaneous standing he and his eight siblings received Victoria Zolnoski’s portrait photo- niscent of Georg Grotz’s Expres- bodying all the characteristics of his early in life from their farmer father. ing of Sterling College; and person- ovation. alities, such as the “family dynasty” graphs and Ellis Jacobson’s masks sionistic caricatures of the 1920s, extraordinary creative imagination: a The next concert by the “Get up early every day. That both emphasize the complex expres- or even the earlier cubist breaking monumental scale (no matter whether way if you make any mistakes, you’ll of mail carriers: grandfather Craig Cole, uncle Levi Cole and cousin Jack siveness of the human face, which down of the human face into geo- chamber or orchestral). There were have a chance to correct them before simultaneously shows and hides so metric forms as in Picasso’s heads, surprising beginnings and endings in noon.” Farrar. Willie, a lister for the town of Craftsbury for many years, follows much of our emotions. which in turn could be traced to each movement, tour de force transi- Ryan spoke knowledgeably about Zolnoski lives in Walden and West African sculptures. tions in mood and rhythms, and reap- his maternal Cole/Pike and paternal the footsteps of his grandfather Wil- liam Ryan, for whom he is named, teaches photography at Johnson The feeling of these masks pearing tensions that give drama to Marion Mackenzie Stegner Johnson/Tatro/Ryan lineages dating range from the violent, like Wholly who held the same post. State College. As she says in her the score. Thorough technical com- www.marionstegner.com The following Sunday, from 3 to artist’s statement, “My photographs War and Deficient in Mercy, where mand combined with just the right 5 p.m., a good number of folks again celebrate the natural beauty of Ver- two angry faces confront each other, touch on the strings and keys by both Jeweler/Designer converged on Babcock House to re- mont and women as rugged and gor- to the humorous, as in Wolf and musicians made this a fine perfor- member loyal supporter Augusta geous as our landscape,” women who Piggies (of the Three Little Pigs mance. Dustan for the fifth Annual Com- are “individual and archetypes.” She story), The Baby (maternal love) or Composer Wayne Oquin (1977- ) writes memorative Garden Tea. likes to pose her discreetly nude mod- A Moment of Clarity (popping eyes). in his notes to his A Time To Break Show and Sale Saturday, at Old Home Day, the els outside amid lush vegetation, The huge dimensions of Phoebus Silence how he tried to set Dr. Martin Friday, August 14, noon to 5 p.m. Babcock House Museum will be open but later in the darkroom she impro- and Pan, (made for an opera) and Luther King Jr.’s inspiring words to Greensboro United Church of Christ from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Town Hall vises further with these images in La Vieja (created for an ancient ball music in a chronological sequence, will also be open from 10:30 to 11:30 overlays from other photographs so court in the ruins of Monte Alban in which traces one brave man’s life as A percentage will go to Greensboro Wonder and Wisdom as to create more ambiguous levels Oaxca, Mexico) are quite awesome. well as several crucial events in the a.m. for the public to see the newly www.wonderwisdom.org restored Painted Curtains. The two of meaning. Masks are a deep part of hu- Civil Rights movement. Barrington stage curtains, one a backdrop and Her titles reinforce those ambi- man culture all around the world, Coleman brought his magnificent one the front “grand drape,” were guities in a playful way: The Land of allowing us to assume a different tenor voice to the texts while Oquin cleaned, repaired and re-hung ear- the Amazons, Madonna of the Tiger personality, linking the ancient sha- himself played the piano, in what lier this summer as the result of a Lilies, Bloodroot, Turkey Fan, Venise man to the contemporary actor. couldn’t be a more sympathetic per- bequest from the Augusta Dustan Cabbage, Oyster Mushroom, Welk, Thus we can explore our full selves formance. estate. and so forth. Her techniques range below the surface of our public per- The piano line seemed to set the The curtains, painted by Charles from older silver gelatin and lith sonas, an important function of both background atmosphere for the mean- Henry over 100 years ago, were iden- prints to the latest digital methods, religion and art. ing of King’s words, sometimes with a tified and assessed some years ago as from subtlety grades tones of gray or About Face will run through dreamy floating texture, other times HASTINGS STORE part of the statewide “Painted Cur- antique brown to vivid colors, all in the end of this month. The White more loosely connected with dissonant tains Project” but had been stored in well balanced compositions. Water Gallery is open on Sundays chords very much in contrast to the "DOWNTOWN WEST DANVILLE" tubes in the Town Hall until funds Strong juxtapositions of life and from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., or by vocal part. In the six movements, were available to complete the project. death are common in these photo- appointment if you call James Coleman’s strong voice, clear enun- (802) 684-3398 Local farmer Tony Jones put his tal- graphs, animal skulls and bones, Teuscher at 563-2037. ented handyman skills to work, and dead birds or wings, sea shells, ENJOY THE DANVILLE FAIR the curtains now hang as stage cur- ephemeral flowers or grasses, con- tains — ready for a dramatic presen- trast with the beautiful curves of a FRI. & SAT., AUGUST 7 & 8 tation, a musical evening or a living body and with faces that stare Antiques Roadshow, and stop by for those good old-fashioned Chatauqua-type performance. back in curiosity. The poetry of the French Symbolists, the innocent ice cream cones young women of the Pre-Raphaelite With Purposeful History Groceries • Meats • Produce ideal, Henri Rousseau’s jungly paint- GREENSBORO — Many (except fine jewelry). ACQUIRE ART IN AUGUST ings with enigmatic figures and Ed- people have treasures they love, As a fundraiser for the new and much more ward Weston’s ability to make a but whose value they don’t know. building, the historical society in- Open Mon. - Sat. 6:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. • Sun. 6:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Yellow Horse Barn in East Craftsbury is open to green pepper as sensuous as a Perhaps there is a painting, a vites area residents to what is sure the public from Saturday, August 1, through Friday, woman’s body all come together here small piece of furniture or an an- to be an interesting evening. There in this subtitled Victorian Peep tique tool. Monday, at 7 p.m., the is a charge for the appraisals. To August 7, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Come, view and bid on Show, humorously combining Greensboro Historical Society hosts pre-register items, send an email to: some unique art created by gifted Vermonters. On Zolnoski’s first name with her na- a Greensboro Antique Roadshow. [email protected] or tele- Friday, August 7, enjoy a wonderful meal (donation ked subjects. Antique appraiser Jim Mar- phone her at 586-6913. Ellis Jacobson, of Cabot, was quis, of Wallingford, will bring his $12) and classical music provided by some talented head of the Cabot High School drama 30 years of professional experience young Vermonters (Mavis & Roy MacNeal, Sylvia program from 2004-07 and has in buying, selling and appraising taught creative theater arts to stu- antiques to Fellowship Hall. He is Woodmansee, Field Rogers and Mary Lou Rylands- dents at many levels around the certified by the Society of Antique Stargazing Isaacson). The winning art bids and raffles will be state. Since 1967, he has been mak- Appraises as a generalist, and is announced at 8 p.m. this is the third annual Acquire ing relief sculptured masks of all eager to appraise favorite heirlooms Party Art In August event. It is classy and fun. Please join us BURKE — Mark Breen will be a guide through the galaxy in the for an entertaining evening. natural amphitheater around the Sponsored by the Orleans County Democrats PHLOX base lodge at Burke Mountain Sun- day for the Perseid Meteor Shower. This only-in-the Kingdom event is a partnership between Burke FEST Mountain and the Fairbanks Mu- seum & Planetarium. Celebrating the Flowers of Summer The fun begins at 6:30 p.m., with grilled food available from the Daily Garden Walks at 10:30 a.m. Burke Mountain Cafe, and games in the fields. Leonard Perry will lead the walk The Perseid Meteor Shower will be in full swing and the night on Saturday, August 8 skies will be ablaze with “falling stars,” — debris from the comet ~ Continuing until Aug. 16 ~ Swift-Tuttle, which the Earth passes through every year at this We're Up To 100 Varieties time. When the debris comes in contact with Earth’s atmosphere, Cut Flower Display • Door Prizes it ignites, sending a bright streak across the sky. The Perseid meteor Perennial Pleasures shower is named after the constel- lation Perseus, which is located in Nursery & Tea Garden roughly the same point of the sky Tea served 11:30 - 4. Reservations suggested. where the meteors appear to origi- nate. 472-5104 The cloud date is Aug. 10. Open 10-5 every day except Mondays • Brick House Road • East Hardwick, Vermont For additional information, go to www.fairbanksmuseum.org. Page Eight The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Strong Individuality Ryan Earns Dean’s List Shines Through At Honors NORTON, Mass. — Erin Poetry Slam Bellavance Ryan, of Walden, was asking the difficult question, “Who honored with placement on the won the war?” He later had insight- Dean’s List at Wheaton College for REVIEW ful poems about change and pop the spring 2009 semester. A mem- music stars who sell out. ber of the Class of 2011, Ryan is the Timothy Mueller-Harde spoke daughter of Elaine Bellavance and of the exciting moment as one be- Paul Ryan. by David K. Rodgers Wheaton is a highly selective CRAFTSBURY — a good turn- gins to write a poem and then gave a poem beginning with the lyrical liberal arts college with a 1,550- out of both young participants and member student body drawn from an actively engaged audience made line “The soft cry of a mourning dove.” Sam Zaber’s two poems were 45 states and 35 countries. Since the Poetry Slam last Wednesday 2000, more than 100 Wheaton stu- evening at the Stardust Books and entitled “Battle Cry Of An Avowed Pacifist” and “On Why I Write,” both dents won national scholarship Café an event to enjoy and remem- awards, including three Rhodes ber. rich in thoughtful detail. Oliver Bok’s first work was Scholarships as well as six Trumans, Anne Volmer, manager of the more than 50 Fulbrights, and eight Phil Cardinal, left, Wolcott school director of building and store, introduced the event and about a homeless person estranged from his family who wakes up one Watsons. grounds, helps Dylan Arnold, right, of Wolcott, finish Chelsea Collier explained the rules painting a picnic table last week. The two built and of the contest, emphasizing that “ev- day to find himself loved, and his second was about a simple appli- painted eight picnic tables for the school through the ery poem is slam-worthy” and, both Summer Youth Program. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) humorously and poetically, “we don’t ance, in each case giving a dramatic Local need any not happiness” over the delivery. Josh Carpenter talked in results. Three judges gave scores on an almost conversational style from a 1 to 10 scale, based on content and memory about how fear delays us Students delivery, the poets reading two of from developing, and in “Man their own original poems in two sepa- Dreams” he describes some of the Earn Dean’s rate rotations. At the end, the total loves and fears of a 17-year-old. points are added up and the winner Eli Smith’s first poem had an gets all the money donated at the honest strength to it while his sec- List Coultas Takes Position door. ond, “Bowls From The Sky,” was Scotty Vogel began with a “sac- more whimsical. Adam Cecil’s po- At Vermont Tech rificial” poem just to test the waters, ems showed a vivid imagination for Recognition comic connections between things, NORTHFIELD — Samantha RANDOLPH CENTER — Patti such as a dead fish in the men’s Brochu from East Hardwick, Paige Coultas has been named director of bathroom or a persistent mosquito. Picard from East Hardwick, and the Career and Technical Educa- Abby Volmer read one poem like a Musician Don Knaack stands with Wonder & Wisdom youngsters in Anthony Sassi from Woodbury were tion Teacher Preparation Program kalaidescope of visual images and recognized on the dean’s List at at Vermont Technical College. The another that played with Harry Pot- front of their "prepared piano," a John Cage idea that turns piano program is an educational licensing sounds into percussion sounds. From left: Trystine Brennan-Hess, Norwich University for the spring ter characters. 2009 semester. route for both the trades and indus- All these poems bore the im- Darwin Smyth, Lydia Wright, Soloman Race, Emery Brush, and Norwich is a diversified aca- try as well as technical professional print of the strong individuality of Kotah Parker. (photo by June Pichel Cook) demic institution that educates tra- instructors at Vermont’s 16 techni- their creators, all coming from the ditional-age students in a corps of cal high schools. heart and personal experience the cadets, as civilians, and as adult Admission to the program is way the best poetry does. The poet previous Friday, they went to the students. Founded in 1819 by Capt. limited to high school graduates with Summerfest Piano Fairbanks Museum and had a with the most points was Adam Continued From Page One Alden Partridge, U.S. Army, Nor- at least six years experience in the Cecil, who won some three dozen guided tour of the sound wave ex- wich is the oldest private military trades or industry; or individuals Coupon dollars and, happy ending, used it to poles, copper pipe, electric conduit, hibit and heard instruments from college in the United States. with an associate’s degree and three buy some books at the Stardust! We and silverware. all over the world. years’ experience. Once hired at a ◆ hope these Poetry Slams will be- As Knaack teaches his young Ranz-Schleifer said the children regional high school technical cen- come a regular event at the Stardust, students the art of music with found could talk about sounds made with ter, teachers can enter this three for “Poems are the rough notations objects, he stresses environmental reed, percussion, and wind instru- year program to obtain their Level I SATURDAY for the music we are” (Rumi). stewardship — recycle, reuse, and ments and were able to identify the Educator License. The program in- reduce consumption. It is a lesson instruments when the tour guide cludes 24 undergraduate Vermont taught with gentle firmness but played songs. Besides chimes, the Technical College credits earned by ONLY! unbridled fun. children also made pan flutes and completing six courses. Patti Coultas (courtesy photo) ◆ Wonder a& Wisdom summer xylophones and saw real ones that Technical education in Vermont guide Naomi Ranz-Schleifer, a flut- had been donated to the museum. is taught by experienced trades Coultas received her bachelor’s RECYCLE ist, said the project was fascinating. Wonder & Wisdom president people, said Coultas. The state de- degree from Appalachian State Uni- “We were able to see how piano Trish Alley said, “He (Knaack) is veloped the program to encourage versity and her master’s from 20% OFF sounds were changed into percus- always a great treat. It is an ex- and support their entry into the Florida State University. She lives ANY ONE ITEM NOW sion sounds,” she said. traordinary opportunity for children teaching field in their content ar- with her family in Hardwick. One of the most interesting les- to have a world-class musician be- eas. (not to be combined with sons Knaack did was playing on a ing an intimate part of their lives.” any other discounts) board with drumsticks, then going She noted with the music and to the piano and making a sound “green” message, he brings an op- ◆ almost the same. Knaack did this portunity to introduce children to 443 Railroad Street with a variety of objects — plastic classical music in a way that is en- bucket, metal can, hub cap. gaging and helps them to listen to St. Johnsbury, VT Ranz-Schleifer said, “It was the all kinds of music with critical dis- first time they (children) really cernment. 802-748-1912 grasped what the prepared piano Knaack said it the fourth time Mon. - Fri., 9:30-5:30 could do.” he has worked with the group. Ryan Howard Mitofsky, of Sat., 9:30-5 ¥ Sun., 11-4 Prior to the week with Knaack, “I love Greensboro and what it Montpelier, graduated from the children spent a week learning stands for, love being a part of it,” he Woodbury College with an about sound, how it is made, and said. “I think it would be nice if associate of science degree in how to manipulate it. They learned every community had a Wonder & interdisciplinary studies. A about pitch, resonance, and vibra- Wisdom. student speaker at com- tions, Ranz-Schleifer said. On the mencement, he is the son of Bryan Mitofsky of Montpe- lier and Patricia Tedesco of Woodbury. He will study at An Essential Early Education Retreat was held in June at Specializing in Apple the University of Vermont Highland Lodge. Left to right: Carolyn Stewart, Jennifer this fall. (courtesy photo) St. Sauveur, Carol Ray, Margaret Norotny, Joanne LeBlanc, Brenda Bolieu, Heather Freeman, Ruth Foster, Bonnie Trees and Native Trees Cleveland, Angela Shaheen, Tammy Brown, and Charlene Ramsey. (courtesy photo) Ask about Hislop our Commended 50% OFF PLANTS By Cushing ASHBURNHAM, Mass. - Jesse The Hardwick Gazette T. Hislop, of Greensboro, a member ~ Since 1889 ~ of the Class of 2011 at Cushing Acad- ~ Oldest Nursery in the Northeast Kingdom ~ emy, was awarded a letter of com- Celebrating 120 Years! mendation for the 2009 spring term. May the Forest Be With You! Each term, a select number of stu- Today’s News... Tomorrow’s History. dents are awarded this honor by vote of the faculty in recognition of Stuart LaPoint their outstanding growth and dedi- Landscaping Services & Nursery cated commitment to their academic tasks. OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY, 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. 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Old Home JOHN B. HALL WAYNE R. FARR HARDWICK — John Bayles HARDWICK — Wayne Ralph Sunday Hall, 80, died Aug. 1, 2009 in Farr, 87, of Hardwick, died Friday, Stannard. CABOT — David McBride, a July 31, 2009 at the Central Ver- He was born June 26, 1929, in mont Medical Center in Berlin. former minister at Cabot United Hardwick, the son of the late John Church, will preach at 10:30 a.m., He was born June 20, 1922, in Bailes Hall and Bessie (Crowley) Hardwick, the son of the late Ralph Sunday, Aug. 16 at the Old Home Hall. He was a 1948 graduate of Week service. There is a brunch and Myrtle (Conrad) Farr. He at- Tilton Prep School in Tilton, N.H., tended Jackson Bridge School in following the service and a chance and continued his education at the to talk with the McBrides as well as Hardwick. University of Vermont. He entered the U.S. Army on other friends who return for this On July 1, 1950, he married Old Home Week service. Jan. 15, 1943 in Rutland. He served Lorraine Gilberte Charland at St. is country in Texas, New Caledonia, Rev. McBride served the Cabot Norbert’s Church in Hardwick. church in the 1970s. He and his Iwo Jima and Okinawa. He was In his earlier years, John was honorably discharged on Dec. 24, wife, Sue McBride, led a very active employed by his father in the Hall youth group during the time they 1945 at Fort Devens, Mass. Granite business in Hardwick. He On May 18, 1946, he married were in Cabot. He would like to later was a self-employed operator reconnect with members of the group Marjorie Mary Sholan in Morrisville. of the Granite Research Develop- They lived all of their married life in that are in the area. ment Company in Hardwick, until An organ and choral concert Hardwick. Rev. Alan Parker holds the 200-year-old Communion Service Set of he retired in 1994. In his earlier years, Wayne will be held in the afternoon at the John was a charter member and the the United Church of Craftsbury. The set will be commemorated Cabot United Church at 2. The Cabot worked on his family’s dairy farm. at the Sunday services during Old Home Day weekend. first president of the Vermont Asso- He was a self employed truck driver, Community Chorus and well known ciation of Snow Travelers. He was John Bayles Hall (photo by June Pichel Cook) area organists will perform. as well as driving truck for Avon on the planning board of Hazen Atkins. He later was a mechanic for The concert is for the rededicat- Union School. He enjoyed the time eral nieces, nephews and cousins. ion of the organ, which is over 100 He was predeceased by a daugh- Smalley’s Garage in Morrisville and Wayne Ralph Farr that he spent with his children and Slayton’s Garage in Hardwick. For years old and has just been refur- grandchildren. He was an avid ter, Lynn Hall in 1966. several years, he was employed by daughters Gail LeBlanc and her Communion Service bished. The family who gave the reader. He enjoyed the out of doors, Lorraine and her children will Whiting Creamery in East Hardwick husband, David, of Hardwick, Elaine organ to the church will be in atten- working the land, building his camp receive extended family, neighbors and worked on the interstate roads Farr of Kernersville, N.C., and dance. For more information about in Stannard and doing a little brick and friends for a time of visitation for Hinman Construction. He was a Joanie Hudson and her husband, this organ, call Marvie Domey at wall masonry work. He was a sports- and fellowship on Sunday, Aug. 9, Has 200-Year History janitor for Hardwick Elementary Rick, of Calais; three granddaugh- 426-3281. man who enjoyed: hunting, fishing, 2009 from 2-4 p.m. at 185 West School and drove school bus. He ters and a grandson; three great- by June Pichel Cook church are closely intertwined. In The Old Home Week committee golf, baseball and basketball. Church St., in Hardwick. owned his own gravel pit in Walden grandchildren; a brother, Harold CRAFTSBURY — The 200- 1790, a Rev. Mr. Paine, a minister of will sponsor a flea market at the Survivors include: his wife of A private family Graveside Ser- and for 16 years he was employed by Farr, of Guildhall; and several year-old Communion Service Set Sturbridge, Mass., traveled to the Cabot Common from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 59 years, Lorraine, of Hardwick; two vice will be held in the Fairview the Hardwick Electric Department. nieces, nephews and cousins. used in the United Church of northern wilds to preach to his trans- Saturday, Aug. 15. There will be daughters, Karen Hall of Cemetery in Hardwick. He retired in 1992. A Memorial Service will be held Craftsbury will be commemorated planted parishioners in Minden, as children’s books and games, an- Cumberland, R.I., and Maureen In lieu of flowers, contributions Wayne was a 50-year member Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Sunday services during Old the town was then named. tiques, household items and other Montgomery of Barre; two sons, in John’s memory may be made to of the United Church of Hardwick, a at Northern Vermont Funeral Home Day weekend. The silver ser- Wilson’s history states services items, as well as food. Terence Hall of Hardwick and John the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, life member of the American Legion Home, 60 Elm St., Hardwick, with vice set was given to the church by were held in a clearing on the Com- For additional information, call Mitchell Hall of Bedford, N.H.; nine P.O. Box 38, Lake Elmore, VT 05657. Post 7 of Hardwick, the Hardwick the Rev. Ernest Machia of the Hope Col. Ebenezer Crafts in 1809. mon as no structure existed in 1790. 426-3866. granddaughters; five great-grand- Arrangements are under the Senior Citizens and the Hardwick Community Church in Walden offi- Church minister Rev. Alan The early families came from children; a sister, Marjorie Muszala, direction of Dian R. Holcomb of Historical Society. He enjoyed hunt- ciating. Burial with full military Parker commented, “This has been Sturbridge and changed the name of Rialto, Calif.; a brother, Richard Northern Vermont Funeral Service, ing and mowing his lawn. He would honors will follow in the Fairview in use one-tenth as long as we have of the community, “Minden,” to E. Hall, of Kalamazoo, Mich.; sev- 60 Elm St., Hardwick. celebrated the Lord’s Last Supper.” Craftsbury in honor of their most Evening often be seen stopping along a side Cemetery in Hardwick. “I am always humbled,” he said prominent citizen, Col. Crafts. street for a visit with friends or In lie of flowers, contributions of the Communion Service Set, “by Apparently in June (1800 circa), sitting on his front porch watching in his memory may be made to the the history and richness of it.” Crafts “was guilty of the scandalous Of Music ARLENE P. CORROW the cars go by. He loved his grand- Hardwick Rescue Squad, P.O. Box The silver chalice carries the sin of using profane language in the BERLIN — Arlene Phyllis dren, Clayton Corrow of Portsmouth, children, great-grandchildren and 837, Hardwick, VT 05843. inscription of Jones, Dows, & Hall. presence of a number of persons,” Benefits Corrow, 93, died early Tuesday, July N.H., Archie Corrow of East family gatherings. He will be re- Arrangements are under the It was fashioned from pure coin sil- according to Wilson’s research. He 28, 2009 at the Berlin Health & Hardwick, Patricia Barden of membered by Hardwick’s younger direction of Dian R. Holcomb, of ver and made in Boston. Research- used profane language to a Daniel Rehabilitation Center. Her family Bridgewater, N.H., Nina Foster of generation as “Grampa Wayne.” Northern Vermont Funeral Service, ing the makers was not successful Kelly “in very threatening tones,” Church was at her bedside. Walden, and Donna Provencher of Survivors include: his wife of 60 Elm St., Hardwick. in unearthing more about the ser- and “gave evidence that his inten- She was born Dec. 21, 1915 in Oxbow, Maine; 10 grandchildren; 63 years, Marjorie, of Hardwick; vice set. tion was to fight Mr. Kelyey (sic).” by Betty Hatch East Fairfield, the daughter of the 20 great-grandchildren; six great- Town Moderator Anne Wilson, Crafts, a physically imposing WALDEN — An Evening of late Francis and Blanche (Lloyd) great-grandchildren; 17 step-grand- who compiled a “History of the man and colonel in the Militia, spoke Music was presented Wednesday, Marshia. She attended East Bakers- children; numerous step-great- HAROLD WAYNE PRESCOTT United Church of Craftsbury,” in in threatening language, “Go with July 29, at the Walden United Meth- field public schools. grandchildren and step-great-great- (Oct. 9, 1919-Aug. 4, 2009) 1985, said the town’s history and me.” odist Church to a small but appre- She was first married to Elmon grandchildren. SOUTH WALDEN — Harold Wilson explained protocols were Chambers. She later married Archie She was predeceased by her hus- Kevin, Karen, Sally and Harold; 11 ciative crowd. The program opened Wayne Prescott, 89, died peacefully great-grandchildren and four great- followed with the aggrieved person with several numbers presented by Hayden Corrow on Dec. 31, 1970, in band, Archie, on Sept. 28, 2000; a in his home in South Walden on going to the “aggriever” first and Hardwick. son Dennis Chambers Sr., on Oct. great-grandchildren. the “Hot Flashes” in their appropri- Aug. 4, 2009. He was predeceased by his son asking for an apology. After that ate four voice arrangement. In her earlier years, she was a 29, 1990. The son of Earl and Viola failed, a committee of church dea- waitress. Following her marriage to A graveside service will be held Chester in 1943; one brother and Christmas in They were followed by Buddy Prescott, he was born in Washing- sister, and one grandson. cons met with the parties. When Mundinger and Bill Moulen, who Archie, she stayed at home to care on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009 at 2 p.m. in ton, Vt., on Oct. 9, 1919 and at- Col. Crafts was summoned to an- for her family. the Fairview Cemetery in Hardwick He was employed by Hale Com- August Sale played their guitars, sang several tended school in Washington. He pany, Cerco Steel, Whiting Cream- swer charges, he did not appear and numbers and told a few stories in She was a member of the First with the Rev. Craig Thompson of married Eva Waite on Sept. 14, 1940 was suspended from the church. He Baptist Church in Barre. She en- the First Baptist Church in Barre ery, Sam Daniels, Dessureau Ma- Cabot Church between. in Washington. chines, and Interstate Equipment. was again summoned, refused to Victoria Foster and Riley joyed shopping, eating out and officiating. Harold leaves a wife of 69 year; August 11 appear, and was excommunicated. watching the birds. In lieu of flowers, contributions He retired from Fairbanks & Morse Hussey played several flute and sons Theron Prescott and his com- on Nov. 1, 1981. In 1804, Col. Crafts returned to clarinet duets and each one played a Survivors include: a son, in her memory may be made to the panion, Sandy, of Lyndonville; 9:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. the church, and a unanimous vote Carlton Billado, and his wife, Joyce, American Heart Association, Ver- Harold enjoyed hunting and solo on her instrument. Wayne and his wife, Gail, of fishing with his great-grandsons was taken to remove the censure George Cahoon Jr. sang a group of Craftsbury; a daughter, Beverly mont Affiliate, 434 Hurricane Lane, Woodbury; daughter Susan and Crafts, Plants, Food against him. He continued to serve Baraw, and her husband, Dayton, of Williston, VT 05495, or a charity of Kory and Kolin. He loved to help of songs, accompanied by Winona husband, Steven, of Hardwick; sis- everyone and knew everyone. Attic Treasures the church until his death in 1810 Gadapee on the organ. Hyde Park; a special grandson Den- one’s choice. ter Rachel Rich of Northfield. He is when he was close to his 70th year. nis Chambers Jr., who spent much Arrangements are under the Graveside service will be held Margaret Brown, who lost her also survived by grandchildren at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 7 at the husband during the winter, sang of his childhood living with the direction of Dian R. Holcomb of Corrow family and has remained Northern Vermont Funeral Service, Fairview Cemetery in Hardwick. several songs, accompanied by her For those wishing to convey son, Allen, on his guitar. very close to them; five step-chil- 60 Elm St., Hardwick. Memorial Service online condolences to the family, ~ Celebrating 120 Years! ~ Before intermission, four door please go to www.barber-lanier.com. prizes were given away. During in- BEATRICE V. Barber and Lanier Funeral Ser- termission, homemade cookies and ROBERTSON vice, Montpelier, is in charge of the punch were sold in the vestibule. cremation. The Hardwick Gazette Ray Lewis took the stage and CABOT — Memorial Services sang several solos in his inimitable for Beatrice Violet Robertson of ~ Since 1889 ~ manner. Cabot, formerly of Plainfield, who Paul Daniels played several fast died May 15, 2009 at the Greens- Today’s News... Tomorrow’s History. songs on his violin. All the boys with boro Nursing Home, will be held at Pre-Arranged Funerals their guitars joined him with their 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009 at accompaniments. the Northern Vermont Funeral Affordable Cremations The program closed with three Home, 60 Elm St., Hardwick, with tunes by George Cahoon Jr. and the Rev. Bill Cobb of the United des GROSEILLIERS Winona Gadapee accompanied her- Church of Cabot officiating. self on the organ with several num- In lieu of flowers, contributions Funeral Homes bers to close the program. in her memory may be made to the John des Groseilliers Diane Cochran introduces the Central Vermont Council on Aging, musicians and Patricia Ainsworth 30 Washington St., Barre, VT 05641. Hardwick helped her with refreshments. Arrangements are under the Johnson These musicians came from Church Street direction of Dian R. Holcomb of Main Street Walden or nearby towns to enter- 472-5541 635-2606 tain for the evening. 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‘Neers/NECBL Backcourt Mountaineers TO Return To Divisional Finals by Dave Morse been accorded a return to form hits through eight. The versatile Baseline MONTPELIER — The after a late season swoon dropped Kevin Vance finished up. Vermont Mountaineers will return the Mounties (20-19) from first to •••• by Dave Morse to the NECBL divisional playoff third. The manager has his finals — and beyond? — all which pitching set up with ace Rob ‘NEERS NOTES — Vermont’s could happen within the next Kumbatovic (5-1/1:35) getting the playoff record is 19-8 in six week, after sweeping the North first call. Brad Altback (5-2/2:55) straight post-season appearances, Summer Adams (Mass.) Steeple Cats, 9-3, was brilliant in the divisional having won the NECBL in ‘06 and 4-0, in the first round. clincher. Number 3 Alex ‘07... Monday’s attendance of Recreation The Mounties were awaiting Kaminsky (2-2/2:65) is the likely 3,112 was the best of the season the outcome of a Holyoke at Keene semi-final starter. CRAFTSBURY — Twin brothers (what warm weather and playoff first rounder in the Granite State Vermont’s offense has re- Jon and Adrian Owens spent their baseball does)... Estaban Rosado last evening after the pair split turned just in time — with the dollar wisely at The Willey’s Store to had an outstanding catch by their first two. return of Steven Felix, the fifth always remain in ear shot of the two- diving over the rightfield line... That’s where it gets compli- NECBL player-of-the-week among man men’s field at Saturday’s Green Gene O’Connell should be remem- cated. If regular season champion the Mounties — and Kevin Nieto. Mountain Adventure racing series in bered when going to Recreation Keene survives, the SwampBats All this to the extent the and around the Craftsbury Outdoor Field. He passed recently and was will host the Mountaineers in the Steeple Cats’ bringing in the Center. a local standout on the great first, best-2-of-3 this evening at infield and Vermont on top, 1-0, Fifty teams of two and three Robin Roberts’ teams of the late Alumni Field. Otherwise, number only in the second off a 347-foot people entered the 12-hour endurance ‘40s... Baseball America lists 4 Holyoke would come to Vermont. HR blast from catcher Clay Jones. race with Owens and Owens taking 7 Darin Mastroianni with “the best The NECBL divisional finals Nieto cracked a triple to hour, 10 minutes, while most others leap forward” in the Jays’ organi- — East and West — are scheduled rightcenter in a two-run third and took the full half-day approach. Team zation to Double A Manchester at Aug. 5-6-7, followed by the overall the Steeple Cats had to stop members carried packs with food for mid-season... Christian Friedrich championship. The NCAA decrees throwing fastballs. Centerfielder On Target the day, plus required clothing, a first has had inflammation of his left the finals be completed by Aug. 10 Henry Dunn was brilliant on the aid kit, life vest and that cash stipend. elbow at Modesto... What a loss Gary Stratton, left, putts out on the fourth hole during the sixth annual Woodbury Open at — making for a series, Aug. 8-9-10 bases to further disrupt North The Owens’ brothers found them- minor league baseball would be at Woodbury Golf Course. Holding the flag is Leonard Bedell. At right is Jeff Rathburn. — even starting a day early if the Adams. selves behind at a couple of junctures, Centennial Field , Burlington, middle rounds end quicker than Altback of Bradley University but always made up time orienteering, after seeing the Lake Monsters on three games. was his brilliant self, too, mowing Adrian’s speciality is as a member of Saturday. Manager Troy Moock has down 13 Steeple Cats on just two the USA cross country team that com- Chosen Course by Dave Morse erations. “We haven’t finished this of the bench project. pleted in Japan this past winter. WOODBURY — The echoes one. There’s more to come.” “They wouldn’t take any They started at 6 a.m. with a wouldn’t go away. At a Sunday Chaffee, who has worked in the money for it,” said Chaffee. A quarter-mile swim in Big Hosmer, family gathering a decade or so granite industry to which Woodbury couple that feels comfortable in followed by orienteering on foot to ONE Hall Of Fame ago, Lenora Thompson broke the has more than a passing history, con- the Green Mountain way. They find 16 hidden markers around the silence. “We better get started on vinced Paul (“Slim”) Dickinson and could be the newest members of COC trails. They chose to swim in that golf course, don’t you think,” wife, Micki, at Global Values in Barre the Woodbury Golf Course at the their race clothes and running shoes Simmons, Urie Latest Choices she said to her late husband, Ken, end of a dirt road. to save time. by Dave Morse fill in for founder-organizer Rick “We had a wonderful time. It was a and the Thompson boys. •••• After the first “foot-O” portion, NEWPORT — Sherry Urie can Bruce, who has Vermont National sacrifice (on parents, who were farm- Ken was fond of saying, “if they pedaled to Willey’s Store, Greens- count on one hand the number of Guard commitments. Ken Wells will ers), but I’m so ever grateful.” Rob Gummere registered a you build it they will come. Never four-over, 58 to capture the boro, to buy a small $1 item. They losses the Craftsbury Academy girls be the master of ceremonies. Urie was further grateful to let the truth get in the way of a were first heading up Barr Hill, look- sustained from 1960-64, and they “Invitations are going out this coach Bill Farr for not allowing poor Woodbury Open from 48 others. good story.” Gummere scored a one-shot win ing for eight more hidden markers. all came in her freshmen and sopho- week,” said Johnson, including to sportsmanship or running up the The community gathered to- “ Two teams caught-up with us,” more years. Yes, the Commodores of inaugural members Bob Twiss, score. over Joe Mulligan, 59. gether Saturday to honor the vi- The next three scorers were Adrian allowed, “and stayed close on those days were undefeated her jun- Charlie Smith and Robert Davis of Charlie Smith and Virgil Smith sion of the Thompaons with an our heels.” They continued in hot pur- ior and senior basketball seasons — past Craftsbury champions, who will were referees. “We knew we were in Sherman Stratton, 61; John engraved granite bench at the en- Nicholls, 63, who just has to go up suit of each other around Skunk Hol- before state tournaments for girls. all be invited back. good hands with them.” trance to the sun splashed, 9-hole, low and Roaring Rock Road and back Clyde Simmons, a year before, Urie played when the current Wendell Dimick, also of the sec- East Hill Road from lakeside; and par 3 (27) Woodbury Golf Course host, Darwin Thompson, 64. to COC via South Albany. “We got and the CA boys played at the Barre Craftsbury gym, “was one of the ond ONE class, helped the Uries on the occasion of the sixth an- into the lead for good on some techni- AUD — “where else” — losing to best,” and six on a side — 3-against- build a log cabin. Her mother sur- nual Woodbury Open. Opening cal mountain biking.” perennial Proctor High by one point. 3 — with a rover after the center vives and a brother still lives on the day was Aug. 31, 2001. K of C Golf There was more canoeing to do They are the latest from jump era of each basketball scored. family farm near the Glover-Greens- “The bench is beautiful and on Little Hosmer and a portage around Craftsbury Academy who will be You can bet she was a rover — both boro-Craftsbury line. Knights of Columbus schol- only reflects a fraction of the grati- arship golf will be played at the Big Hosmer. The final difference was inducted into the second class of the offense and defense. Only four in “It was hardly yesterday,” said tude we feel for having this won- a mere minute to a three-person co-ed “Orleans Northern Essex (ONE) the halfcourt. Simmons, whose son Duncan and Woodbury Golf Course, Sunday, derful golf course in our back- Sept. 13 (rain date the next Sun- team. Athletic Hall of Fame,” Saturday, “I got to UVM and fullcourt,” his generation had a measure of yard,” said Linda Chaffee, one of Complete results are at the Aug. 29 at the Newport Country said Urie, playing only her sopho- revenge against those Proctor pow- day) at 1 p.m. Pre-registration is organizers of the event. available by Sept. 7 for an 18 hole, www.GMARA.org website. Club starting at 5:30 p.m. more year. “We wore jumpers and erhouses. “It’s marvelous.” “This bench is given to the mixed scramble play. Dave Johnson confirmed 22 new had few fans.” A highlight for Simmons was Thompson family for giving us Over the past five years, K of inductees and the fact the event will The only loss that second year being named to the ‘53 class C all- Big Hosmer Soccer this beautiful golfing experience C scholarships have been awarded remain lodged at the beautiful coun- was a playoff by one point for the tournament team although he CRAFTSBURY — The 30th Big and warmth of their friendship,” totaling $16,200 to students of all Hosmer Soccer Camp will run Aug. try club. Johnson is stepping up to league championship with Canaan. See ONE, Page Eleven said long time friend Vivian Gavin. denominations graduating from 10-14 on the Common, Sterling and “The course gives us all a chal- Cabot, Craftsbury and Hazen. Dunstan fields. lenge and sometimes, a reward. Sponsorships are available by This is a great opportunity for We make noise, we make putts, contacting Bear (472-5083) or players as they prepare for the up- hole-in-ones, snowmen, watch the Mario (472-5501). Various prizes birds ... but mostly, we make A distinctive tee marking at coming season, according to founder/ Woodbury Golf Course. will also be awarded. organizer/coach Mike Clark. Goalies friends.” especially benefit, he said, as they East Hill Road at the height will spend an entire day with ‘keeper of land has exquisite views of coach Jay Baitz working skills and Camel’s Hump through countless reading game situations. valleys off the eighth tee — prob- The camp is open to players ages ably unsurpassed anywhere 7-17 as field players are divided into through the Green Mountains. five age groups. Twelve coaches in- And, yes, they are green with an clude Miles Etter, Mark May, Mark abundance of rain. Kalat, Thom Costello, Rob Carey, “We haven’t had to water Danny Etter and Clark, providing them much this summer,” notes plenty of experience and enthusiasm. Jason Thompson, the latest in the Contact Clark at 563-2216 or e- clan as the club superintendent mail to: [email protected] for more infor- after attending turf management mation. school. “Darwin convinced us all,” said Jeff, “if there was any con- Cross Country vincing to do. We all have jobs, but HARDWICK — A weekly series it works.” The brothers have had of six, 5-K cross country foot races — military careers. Jeff points to walk, jog and run/or race — kicks off where the barns were. Thursday, Aug. 6 over the Hardwick “Everyone feels so comfort- Trails system at Hazen Union School able here,” says a third brother, starting at 6. Kirk, of this gem plunked down “This is a low key way to chal- between central Vermont (Barre- lenge yourself in the company of oth- Montpelier) and the Gateway to ers doing the same,” points out coach the Kingdom (Hardwick), high Generations Jennifer Geary. League Leaders above Route 14 and Woodbury Lenora Thompson, sitting at right, gathers her clan on the new All ages are invited by the North- Lake. granite bench at Woodbury Golf Course on East Hill Road. A ern Vermont Ridge Runners Club. The Tuesday night men’s league leaders at MVCC, Greensboro, are from left, Pat Hussey, Nate Brown, Rob Montgomery and Pete Brochu. (photo by Vanessa Fournier) “Let me fix the raspberries,” layout of the course is stenciled on the back rest. The bench was a The entire course is 5-K wheel-mea- pipes up Leonara, always ready to presentation by community members on the ninth anniversary of sured. There is a $1 entry fee. lend a hand for the gathered gen- the 9 hole, par 27 course. (photos by Dave Morse) Contact Geary at 472-8765 or by [email protected] The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Page Eleven

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When Roberts met Brian for the Montpelier Argus, had this to Roberts said he had fond memo- Gallagher, now general manager of say about the Northern League in a ries of his days in Vermont. “We were the Vermont Mountaineers, a few 1949 Vermont Life article: “It is prob- really good then. I won 17 straight years ago, and heard Gallagher’s ably the fastest league of its kind in starts that year in Vermont, and I dream of reviving summer collegiate the country without claiming to have signed with the Philadelphia Phillies, baseball in Vermont’s capital, he every collegiate star in the land. Little and was in the big leagues the next agreed enthusiastically to lend his things make the Northern League as June.” Although Roberts had had good support. big as it is. 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He had an outstand- sociations and raising necessary the Montpelier Evening Argus wrote, Aug. 9 at the Hootie Dome and Greensboro 4-Corners from ing career, and one of the highlights funds.” “Robin Roberts, Twin City’s blue-eyed 8:30 a.m. on. (courtesy photo) was the 10-inning game in which he Jurras went on to say, “Probably bullet baller, today stands stamped struck out 28 batters, a feat recorded no other Northern league rookie made as the best there is in Northern League in the Ripley’s Believe It or Not. Seven the jump to the major leagues quicker pitching circles, after smashing a players from this league went on to than Robin Roberts... Within two record that has consistently defined play in the majors. months of joining the Philadelphia defeat for several years.” From 1935 to 1952, the Northern Nationals, Roberts had won seven This year, Roberts will not be in League featured many top college games... Roberts will always be a fa- Montpelier, because of health reasons. 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Barry Dimick will attend from guns Auto Racing Florida to honor his father, Wendell, Thur., Aug. 6 who learned an hour and a half Thunder Road, Barre, NAPA before passing of his selection . Night, 6:30 p.m. These are things more scrapbooks Sun., Aug. 9 are made of. Thunder Road, Barre, M & M Tickets at $17 each for meal Route 15 • Hardwick, VT Enduro, 50 lap Street Stock and program can be obtained from Special, 6 p.m. Johnson by sending a check to 144 472-5916 Lower Portland St., Morrisville 888-4501 • Lower Village, Stowe 253-8516 Mon. - Sat. 9-5 ¥ Sun. 9-2 Vermont Toll-Free 1-800-639-2710 Fernwood Circle, Newport, 05855. They will be held at the door. Page Twelve The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Spaces Available For Flea Market WOODBURY — Spots are open a space at the open air market or is artisans as well as Cabot Cheese in for parade floats and tables at the interested in helping in any way the Town Hall Old Home Day Flea Market on Aug. should contact the organizers. Some Civil War Hemlocks will 15. The fee for the space at the mar- The theme for the day, which be there, displaying an original “Can- Auctions ket is a donation toward the Port-O- runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m, is “Woodbury non 229.” Let. Veterans.” Cassie’s Crazy Carnival Games Organizers of Old Home Day There will be a parade at 11 and Relays will be in school yard are also looking for an “MC” for the a.m., and historic displays, tapings from noon-3 p.m. parade. Open houses for businesses and shared stories in the Methodist The open air flea market/crafts are also encouraged along with home Church during the day. will be at the school ballfield from LIQUIDATION AUCTION yard sales and other local offerings. There will also be a White El- noon-3 p.m. On site at Vintage Ladies, 168 N. Main Street, Anyone who would like to set up ephant Sale with antiques and local In addition, there will be a fire Barre, VT station open house, live music by the Woodbury Bluegrass Highlanders, August 7, 2009 ¥ 6 p.m. (4:00 - 6:00) Bring a Chair! and food to purchase. AUCTIONEER'S COMMENT: Vintage Ladies has closed its doors. The For additional information, tele- ladies will be auctioning off all remaining inventory. Selling to the bare phone Carolyn at 456-8108. walls. If you know Patti & Mary you can imagine the treasures that will be offered. Lots of old & new items. FURNITURE: Antique cherry cabinet with glass front, Cherry bureau with matching mirror, 2 eastgate leg accent tables, large round drop-leaf table with gold leaf stenciling, shabby chic white table, modern marble top fancy accent table, low cherry coffee table, Italian baby carriage from 1950, mint condition, round ball footed table, nice old pine bureau, 2 maple chairs, 2 upholstered seat bedroom chairs, wrought iron tall standing candle holder, modern wrought iron and glass display shelves, 2 sets of wicker nesting tables, wooden hanging curio cabinet, older tall cupboard with plexi-glass front, child's vintage vanity table with matching stool, more... STORE FIXTURES: 3 large jewelry counters, 2 with lights 1 with drawers, 2 metal and glass double-sided display shelves, cash register, cards & card racks, pocketbook rack, metal stacking crate system, wooden slat divider walls, wooden earring rack, more... SMALL ITEMS: Lamps including tiffany style, Italian floor and decorative, lots of stained glass pieces, vintage jewelry box filled with jewelry, vintage jewelry lots, Japanese dolls, wind chimes, Bearington Bear teddies, depression glass, Limoges, Nippon, Noritake, Johnson Bros plates, Capodimonte pieces, many cookie jars including very rare McCoy's, lead crystal pieces, vases, Black Kewpie doll chalkware bank, old and new Canada Geese enjoy a summer swim in a pond last week. glass, glass lots, gift items, pictures and prints, lots more... (photo by Vanessa Fournier) MISCELLANEOUS: Telephone answering system, apartment size fridge, screw guns, curtains, linens, material, large metal storage rack, micro- Liz Walsh of the Central Vermont Humane Society, ac- wave, cart and more. cepts donations collected by Central Vermont Catholic Gareth Hedges, British School student Jennifer Tedesco, of Woodbury. For it's fingerstyle guitarist Collectors, dealers, store owners, ebayers, there is some- monthly community service project, students at the school extraordinaire, will be in con- thing for everyone. Lots of top quality items. Come and find collected items to be used for cats and donated them to the cert at the Hardwick Town your treasure and make a deal! Everything goes!!! society in memory of Oosa, the beloved pet of the Betz/ House at 8 p.m., Friday. He Camilletti family, who died when their Woodbury home performs music ranging from Auctioneer: Ron Sanville American traditional blues CARDS OF THANKS – $10 If you have questions, call the store at 802-476-4222, Mary at 802-371-7224 burned to the ground earlier this year. or Patti at 802-472-3374. We'll be looking forward to seeing you. (courtesy photo) to his own originals. Up to 3 inches in length, payable in advance of publication. (courtesy photo) Send your card of thanks and payment to: Don't forget - bring a chair. The Hardwick Gazette • P.O. Box 367 • Hardwick, VT 05843 No buyers fee, sales tax where applicable. Accepting cash, good checks

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Box 79 Greensboro, VT 05841 The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009 Page Thirteen Donations Wanted Cochran Blake Studies Up BIRTHS WOODBURY — Town Clerk/ fessional education for clerks and For Hero Packs Family Treasurer Julie Blake took a course assists them in developing and main- Vermont is about to witness its community support for geographi- Maeda Rose, Linden James this year at Plymouth State Univer- taining the high level of administra- largest deployment of National cally dispersed military families. and Nell McClure Urie sity as part of the Institute One of tive expertise needed for the suc- Guard troops since World War II, The packs are backpacks that Reunion SOUTH ALBANY — Neil and New England Municipal Clerk’s In- cessful operation of increasingly and is one of the only states without include a collection of family sup- WALDEN — The annual Kristin Urie and big sister Tressa stitute & Academy. complex municipal governments. a military installation to help sup- port materials, communication tools, Cochran family reunion was held Fern Urie of South Albany, announce The NEMCI&A program is an port the affected families. In and fun items that can bring joy to July 18 at the Walden Methodist the birth of their triplets born July intensive program of continuing pro- Lamoille County alone it is estimated the affected youth. Church with 59 members attending. 26, 2009 at Fletcher Allen Medical more than 80 youth will be 4-H is seeking donations from This year’s event was hosted by Center in Burlington. Maeda Rose affected by this deployment. 4-H businesses and individuals for in- Wanda Cochran and Mitzi Fleming. weighed 3.9 pounds, Linden James clubs in Lamoille County are creat- clusion in these Hero Packs. Items The day began with coffee and weighed 4.8 pounds and Nell ing Hero Packs for these youth to wanted include phone cards, dispos- pastries being served while people McClure weighed in at 4.2 pounds. honor their service. able cameras, games, gift certificates registered and had a time for visit- Their paternal grandmother is Hero Packs are a hands-on way (pizza, movies, ice skating, mini-golf, ing and becoming reacquainted. At Lorraine Urie of Glover and mater- to hand deliver a salute to military skiing, and more), coloring books, Billy Cowles and noon, a potluck meal was shared. nal grandparents are John and children for their strength and sac- photo albums, store coupons, or any- Jennifer Leslie Hotdogs and hamburgers were pro- Karen Erickson of New York City. rifice while parents are deployed. thing to put a smile on a child’s face. vided with David Fleming and Adam We welcome payment Hero Packs serve as an expression Contact Lauren Traister, 4-H Poulin doing the grilling. Magdalene Mary Wright by credit card. RNs, how about of support for military families from educator, at 888-4972 x 103 or Leslie And After the meal, gifts were pre- Joseph and Brooke (Batchelder) their communities. The Hero Packs [email protected] to make a sented to the oldest — Francese Wright, of Wolcott, are the parents VISA and MasterCard No Weekends, Project is community service work donation. All donations must be re- Cowles Wed Cochran of Walden; youngest — 1- of a daughter, Magdalene Mary accepted for that builds awareness and fosters ceived no later than Aug. 26. year old Autumn Blaisdell of No Holidays, No DADE CITY, Fla. — Jennifer Wright, born July 21 at Copley Hos- subscriptions and Bradford; traveling the farthest — pital. call and No eve- Leslie and Billy Cowles were united Judd Marineau of Boston, Mass. advertising. in marriage on March 28, 2009 in an An auction was held with Melvin Cole Anthony Hopkins nings or nights!! outdoor ceremony. The wedding and Cochran serving as auctioneer, as- THE HARDWICK GAZETTE reception were held at Laurel Wood A son, Cole Anthony Hopkins, Out and About Adult TWINFIELD UNION SCHOOL (Grades PK-12) sisted by Hunter Fleming. Items was born to Chad Hopkins and Nicole Day Services is looking Gardens in Dade City, Fla. donated for the auction were, for the (802) 472-6521 2009-2010 Vacancy The bride is the daughter of Leonard, of Hardwick, on July 24 at to hire an RN to man- most part, cooked or crafted by those Copley Hospital. Wally and Diane Leslie of donating. Proceeds from the auction age the Health Services NEEDED IMMEDIATELY Zephyrhills, Fla., formerly of go for reunion expenses and contri- program for our facil- Essential Early Education Teacher - is needed to provide ser- Hardwick. She is also the grand- butions to charities. ity. We offer a generous daughter of Alice Voyer of Hardwick, Those attending from out-of- Concrete Form Setters, Finishers vices to children (birth through five years old) as well as coordi- the late Arthur Voyer and the late benefit package includ- nate early childhood programs within the Cabot and Twinfield state came from Massachusetts and ing fully paid health in- Emile and Jeanne Dufresne. The New Hampshire. Vermonters came and Laborers needed. Union School Districts. The successful candidate must hold a surance and a flexible groom is the son of Charles and from Glover, Hardwick, Marshfield, Apply in person: current Vermont "Early Childhood Special Educator" license and Sherry Cowles of Lebanon, Tenn. Hyde Park, Morrisville, St. schedule! A minimum be highly qualified. The bride is employed by Johnsbury, Orange, Barre, South Route 100 South, Stowe of 32 hours a week is Terminix Pest Control; the groom is Apply to: WNESU, George Burlison, P.O. Box 470, Barre, St. Albans, Wilder, Montpe- 253-8115, 244-7400, (800) 499-8187 expected. We are open employed by Buddy Foster lier, East Montpelier, Bradford, Monday through Friday Plainfield, VT 05667, (802) 454-9924. Chevrolet. Windsor, Lowell and Walden. from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE The newlyweds reside in Next year’s reunion will be Zephyrhills, Fla. hosted by the Carlton Cochran fam- p.m. Please call 888- ily and will be held July 17. 7045 and speak with Sonia to schedule an The interview. Better by Walker $140,000. Come see this Hardwick Gazette comfortable home in the Hazen School District. Lots of THANKS updates. Close to VAST FOR SAYING YOU SAW IT IN REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS THE HARDWICK GAZETTE snowmobile trails, Craftsbury The Lamoille Regional Solid Waste District is looking to partner with an individual or group Outdoor Center, Caspian Lake is 7 to extend the useful life of discarded materials received at its transfer station. Examples of miles away and Vermont's capital, these items would include clothing, small and large appliances, household items, furniture Montpelier, is 31 miles away. For more information, please call: Road Crew Member and construction and demolition items such as doors and windows. The vendor must supply a facility and staff. This facility must meet all state and local permits. Proceeds from Janice Crosetti, sales associate The town of Calais is accepting applications for a position on the Century 21 Winn Associates, Realtors Calais Highway Department. This position involves all activities this operation will go to the vendor. The District would assist in collecting and transporting (603) 444-7781 office • (800) 998-7781 toll free of the town Highway Department (ie., plowing, grading, ditching, these materials to an approved vendor with a facility located in central Lamoille County for (802) 274-4782 cell and more). CDL license with a clean driving record, flexible sched- reuse or sale. The vendor must agree to accept all items deemed reusable by the District. ule, grader and snow plow experience required. Other conditions may apply. Send your letter of interest and resume to the Town of Calais, Interested parties should contact Tom 3120 Pekin Brook Rd., Calais, Vermont 05650 no later than Tues- Spence, Facilities Manager, (802) 793- day, August 18, 2009. Equal opportunity employer. 3167. Please submit proposal by September 30, 2009. OUR E-MAILS RN or LPN [email protected] Full-time, 32 or 40 hours [email protected] per week. Competitive The Hardwick Gazette salary, benefits, Family [email protected] atmosphere. Non-stress CLASSIFIED [email protected] environment. Apply to Joan McCoy, DNS, Greensboro Nursing Home, 47 Maggies Pond DEADLINE: MONDAY AT NOON - PAID IN ADVANCE Road, Greensboro, VT 05841. E-mail: CLASSIFIEDS MAY NOT BE SUBMITTED BY PHONE joan@[email protected]. Tel.: (802) 533-7051. EMPLOYMENT FOR RENT LOST PART-TIME CORRESPONDENT. Inter- CRAFTSBURY STUDIO with deck, garden 6 MONTH OLD SAINT BERNARD, on ested in your community? The Hardwick space. $475/mo. plus heat. Electric Nichols Pond Rd., Hardwick. Between 10 Home Providers and Community Support Staff Gazette needs a correspondent to cover included. No pets. No smoking. 1st, last, and 10:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, we town government, schools and community security. References. 586-7533. (8-19) heard a car stop and hollered to him. Now Sterling Area Services has a number of full-time and part-time he’s missing. Reward offered. 802-472- positions available for Home Providers and Community Support events. Attendance at evening meetings, ability to meet deadlines, camera, reliable HARDWICK VILLAGE - on Church St. 3288. (8-12) Staff needed to support individuals with developmental disabili- transportation, enthusiasm and experience - remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bath apart- ties. The majority of these positions are located in the Central Ver- required. Send resume and clips to: The ment, repainted, bright and clean. LP FOR SALE mont area. Qualified applicants will have completed high school Hardwick Gazette, P.O. Box 367, Hardwick, gas heat and electric by tenant. $750/ (or GED equivalent) and must have a valid driver's license and VT 05843. E.O.E. (TFN) month. 244-6465. (8-5) FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Leave Message reliable transportation as well as clean driving and criminal at 802-472-6825. (10-21) records. Sterling Area Services will conduct intensive background KITCHEN ASSISTANT - Bishop Marshall SECURE RESTRICTED-ACCESS 24’ x School, Morrisville. Part-time, Monday - 24’ vehicle or boat storage in downtown 16 x 30 ABOVE GROUND SWIMMING checks on all applicants. Interested persons should submit a re- Friday, 9:30 - 1:30, following the school Hardwick. Two unheated bays with 8’ x 7’ POOL. Motor, sand filter, ladder, all hoses. sume and cover letter of interest to 109 Professional Drive, calendar. Position involves assisting with doors. $60/month for one bay; $100/month Price? Make an offer. 472-8740. (8-5) Morrisville, VT 05661, Attn: MFMP or fax it to 802-888-1182. Ap- food preparation, operating POS computer for both. 6 month minimum. 472-6424. (8- plications are available by calling 802-888-7602. system during meal service and posting 5) deposits. Must have the ability to substi- tute for Head Cook if necessary. Please call the school at 888-4758 or stop by for SERVICES YARD information and an application. (8-5) Food Service Position ALEX HINSON - Heating oil - Kerosene WANTED - Gentleman to do weekend - Furnace Cleanings - 24 Hour Burner SALES! Woodbury Elementary School respite and possibly fill in during week, for Service - Good Prices. Fast Services. male with TBI. Please call 472-5505. (8-5) 563-2042. (8-26) Food Service Cook: 6.5 hrs. per day (follows school calendar with an additional 3 prep/inventory days). This position is responsible for daily preparing, cooking, serving and clean-up. Benefits on a pro-rata basis. INTERIOR PAINTING and Wallpapering. Professional and experienced, with refer- Interested candidates send letter of application, resume and current let- ences. By Diana, Ruth and Lauren. Please ters of work reference to: call 533-7107 or 472-3205. (8-19) Sharon Fortune, Principal P.O. Box 328 BOB’S CONSTRUCTION, Concrete Foun- Woodbury, VT 05681 Classifieds dations, Floors, Slabs, Foundations Under Existing Houses, P: 802-626-8763. F: 802- ANTIQUES OPEN AIR MARKET, Person offered employment will complete the Criminal Records pro- Work! 626-9350. 931 Buchler Rd., Wheelock, VT August 8, 8 until 2. Where: The cess. Position open until filled. 05851. (11-4) ballfield just outside East Calais EOE Village on Rte. 14. Ten or more dealers with a large variety of treasures. Come browse and find a SUBSCRIBE “must have”. (8-5) my source for community media LAMOILLE FAMILY CENTER – Amy Hornblas, Cabot Job Developer/Job Coach Position Description WGDR has been WGDR is a volunteer-operated, listener- This part-time position entails developing jobsites with local businesses CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENT honored with a supported, "freeform" radio station licensed to and organizations, and providing ongoing support for the individuals Classified ads must be paid in advance. The charge is 25¢ per word; $5.00 minimum charge national Community we place in those positions. The person chosen for this position will be per week; $2 additional charge per week for border. Classified tear sheets are $2.00 each. Goddard College. In its 36 years on the air, responsible for contacting potential employers, explaining our program Impact Award for DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS IS MONDAY AT NOON WGDR and Goddard College have been and support services, making referrals to community partner agencies, - PAID IN ADVANCE. ¥ CLASSIFIEDS MAY NOT BE SUBMITTED BY PHONE. Engagement by the attending team meetings and training events, and assisting with assess- committed to providing open community access Corporation for ments that we perform. and free training to persons wanting to do a radio Public Broadcasting Qualifications AD TO READ AS FOLLOWS for their award- show. WGDR plans to bring its signal to the A Bachelor's Degree, preferably in human services or psychology, or equivalent experience, especially in the areas of job development or winning community Hardwick area soon. For information on how you employment counseling is preferred. The ability to communicate well media training can support the project, call 322-1680. with employers and program participants is essential. A knowledge of program. Watch our story at: www.wgdr.org area businesses and employment resources would also be very helpful. If interested, please send your resume by Aug. 14th to: Joe Collier Lamoille Family Center Number of weeks to run Amount enclosed Sorry, NO REFUNDS. 480 Cady's Falls Road Morrisville, VT 05661 MAIL TO: The Hardwick Gazette ¥ P.O. Box 367 ¥ Hardwick, Vermont 05843. Page Fourteen The Hardwick Gazette, Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Local Residents Offer Talented THANKS Pick Up Your Copy of FOR SAYING YOU SAW IT IN Hardwick Gazette Reading Of ‘Heimat/Magda’ THE HARDWICK GAZETTE at . . . NORTHGATE PLAZA ¥ MORRISVILLE ¥ (802) 888-4163 Lamarche Albany General Store ...... Albany Dente’s Market ...... Barre REVIEW Lower Cabot General Store ...... Cabot Cabot Village Store ...... Cabot Legare Farm Stand ...... Calais Subscribe to by David K. Rodgers Craftsbury Country Store ...... Craftsbury GREENSBORO — The German Marty’s 1st Stop ...... Danville novelist and playwright Hermann D & L Beverage & Deli ...... East Hardwick The Hardwick Gazette! Sudermann (1857-1928) is not ex- Currier’s Market ...... Glover actly a household word, and we Business cards Smith’s Grocery ...... Greensboro Bend might expect his works to be only of historical interest, so it was a curi- Hazendale Farm Stand ...... Greensboro WARNING ous surprise to discover abiding rel- Willey’s Store ...... Greensboro evance in his drama Heimat (Fa- Kwik Stop ...... Hardwick EAST HARDWICK FIRE DISTRICT #1 therland). The paly was given a read- D & L Beverage ...... Hardwick ANNUAL MEETING ing performance Friday evening at LET US Buffalo Mountain Co-op ...... Hardwick the Greensboro Free Library with a Galaxy Bookshop ...... Hardwick East Hardwick Fire Station cast of 14 was assembled by director Hall’s Market ...... Hardwick August 19, 2009 ¥ 7:00 p.m. Sabra Jones McAteer under the HELP Hay’s Convenience Store ...... Hardwick Greensboro Arts Alliance. RiteAid ...... Hardwick Article 1. To elect a moderator Written in 1893, this play soon Grand Union Market ...... Hardwick Article 2. To hear reports of all officers became, under the name Magda (the The Greensboro Art Alliance production of the play reading, "Heimat- YOU Greensboro Garage ...... Hardwick Article 3. To elect officers and set salaries principal character), a favorite role Magda," at the Greensboro Free Library on Friday drew a cast of House of Pizza ...... Hardwick Tr ustee for three years for such theatrical greats as Sarah readers who beautifully captured their counterparts in the play. Left Elmore Store ...... Lake Elmore Secretary/Treasurer for one year Bernhardt, Eleonora Duse, Helena to right: Vangie Kelly (Francesca); Helen Twiss (Mrs. Schwarze); and Vermont Liquor Outlet ...... Lyndonville Auditor for one year Modjeska and Mrs. Patrick James Sowles (Lt. Col. Schwarze). (photo by June Pichel Cook) DESIGN Tim’s ...... Marshfield Fire Chief for one year Campbell, as it portrayed a liber- DQs ...... Marshfield Article 4. To set what water rent shall be charged ated woman artist (an opera singer) Hannaford...... Morrisville who defies the traditional authori- Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet at Article 5. To see what taxes shall be raised work, with periodic doses of highly YOURS! Price Chopper ...... Morrisville tarian patriarchy of the aristocrats, ironic humor. The stimulating dis- the Greensboro Free Library at 7 Article 6. To grant trustees permission to borrow money Tomlinson’s Store ...... Morrisville the military and the religious estab- cussion with the participants after- p.m., Aug. 14.; Peter Pan by J.M. Riverbend ...... North Montpelier Barrie and the Royal Shakespeare Article 7. To act on any other business that should legally come lishment. The basic plot is artfully ward demonstrated how it contin- The Hardwick C.P. Dudley’s Store ...... North Montpelier before this meeting constructed by Sudermann, where ues to have meaning today. Company version at 2 and 7 p.m., Plainfield Hardware ...... Plainfield a woman once estranged from her Aug. 15 and at 7 p.m., Aug. 16 in the Dated this 30th day of July 2009. A lot of talent was shown by Plainfield Red Store ...... Plainfield family but now an immense success MacIntyre Barn; The Importance Gazette those reading the play: James Stop Inn Shop ...... Walden Douglas Casavant returns in disguise to her home- Sowles, Margaret Laggis, Vangie Of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde on Hasting’s Store ...... West Danville Ed Keene town provincial city in East Prussia Kelly, Helen Twiss, Bridgit Ely, Aug. 28 and 29 at the Greensboro (802) 472-6521 Joe’s Pond Store ...... West Danville David Bailey for a musical festival. The play- Anthony Acheson, Ed Stehle, Elye United Church of Christ; and Anton wright deftly suggests the signifi- Alexander, Larry Hewes, Henry Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard (a (802) 472-6522 fax Wolcott Store ...... Wolcott cant traits of the various persons of King, Lanny King, Mary Hewes, reading) in early September, times Woodbury Village Store ...... Woodbury this narrow world with just a mini- Judith Jones and Sonia Dunbar. to be announced, at the Greensboro Shatney’s Garage ...... Woodbury mum of telling detail, in the same Future events are Free Library. way that Leonardo Da Vinci or FREE Outdoor Wood Rembrandt suggest a face, a body posture and even emotions in their drawings and etchings with just a Furnace Seminar few strokes. HARDWICK DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD The underlying conflict in the NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING work, one common in all world lit- Find Out How To Eliminate erature, is between duty and love, A public hearing before the Hardwick Development Review Main Street Lower Wolcott Street as exemplified in the richly explored Board will be held at the Memorial Building on Tuesday, Au- Greensboro Hardwick Your Heating Bills father-daughter psychology. A self- gust 25th, 2009 beginning at 7:15 p.m. to consider the follow- 533-2221 472-6555 righteous, judgmental, unforgiving ing applications: 03 Honda CRV EX, Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CD, CC, S/R, P/W, P/L ...... $10,250. Save Energy Tax figure driven to almost tragic stat- 01 Honda CRV LX, Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, Cd, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $8,400. up to $ 1. Conditional Use - Major Subdivision - application #2009-034, Credit* ure by his inflexible inner compul- 08 Toyota Corolla CE, 4 dr., Sdn., A/T, A/C, CD ...... $14,300. 1500 sions is juxtaposed with a sophisti- 7:15 p.m. Angela Kast- Patricia Meyer POA. Requesting a permit cated woman of the world who tri- for Subdivision with Right of Way at 242 Montgomery Road, 07 Toyota Prius Hybrid, 4 dr., Sdn., A/T, A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $16,600. ¥ Learn how the E-Classic can 01 Toyota Tacoma SR5, 2WD, Xcab, PU, 5 spd., A/C, CD, cass...... $7,950. heat your home, shop, umphed through her own strong will Hardwick, VT. and refuses to submit to anyone. Pursuant to 24 V.S.A. ¤¤ 4464(a)(1)(C) and 4471(a), participation 01 Toyota Camry CE, Sdn., A/T, A/C, CC, CD, P/W, P/L, 47K ...... $8,950. pool, domestic hot Contrary to the fate of most 19th 07 Subaru Impreza, AWD, Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $14,800. water and more! in this local proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any Century heroines in literature and subsequent appeal. 06 Subaru Legacy OBi, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $16,400. ¥ 25-Year Limited opera who defy male authority and 05 Subaru Legacy i Ltd., Wgn., A/T, A/C, CD, CC,Heated Seats,S/R ... $15,500. The above application(s) are available for inspection at the typically pay for it with their lives, 05 Subaru Legacy OBi, Wgn.,A/T, A/C, CD, CC,Heated Seats,Cass. .. $14,275. Warranty available Heimat/Magda has an unexpectedly Hardwick Memorial Building. Persons wishing to be heard may do ¥ Special seminar happy ending and almost deserves so in person, or be represented by an authorized agent or attor- 05 Subaru Legacy i Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, CD, P/W, P/L ...... $11,900. purchase incentives a sequel with the reshuffled charac- ney at the hearing(s). 04 Subaru Legacy OB, Ltd. Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, S/R, CD, Leather ...... $14,900. ters. 03 Subaru Legacy OB, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $9,650. Communications regarding the above applications may be filed in PLUS, buy now and get: Nietzsche, Ibsen, the Natural- 03 Subaru Legacy L, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $8,600. ism of Zola, the women’s rights move- writing with the Hardwick Development Review Board at the Town 03 Subaru Ann. Edition, Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $8,400. Manager's Office in the Hardwick Memorial Building prior to the $ ment of the time and his own Men- 03 Subaru Legacy L, Ann. Ed., Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, S/R, CD ...... $7,000. scheduled hearing(s). 1100 nonite anti-militaristic family back- 02 Subaru Legacy L, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CD CC, P/W, P/L ...... $7,250. ground all blend into Sudermann’s By: Karen Vogan, Zoning Administrator 02 Subaru Imp. OB Sp. Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $6,650. 25th Anniversary Rebate*** 00 Subaru Legacy OB, Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CC, CD, Heated Seats ...... $6,525. 00 Subaru Legacy L, Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CD, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $5,650. Call today to register. Space is limited! 99 Subaru Forester, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, CD ...... $6,750. ACT 250 NOTICE 99 Subaru Legacy L Ann. Ed., Wgn., 5 spd., A/C, CC, P/W, P/L, S/R, cass. . $4,850. Appalachian Supply MINOR APPLICATION 98 Subaru Legacy OB, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $4,675. Home of the Bad Guys 97 Subaru Legacy L, AWD, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, P/W, P/L cass...... $5,200. 10 V.S.A. ¤¤ 6001 - 6093 97 Subaru Legacy L, AWD, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CC, cass...... $4,475. Rte. 5 North, St. Johnsbury, VT Notice is hereby given that on July 28, 2009, Hardwick Lake, LLC 97 Subaru Legacy L, 4 dr., Sdn., A/T, A/C, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $3,450. (802) 748-4513 and Honey Gardens Apiaries, Inc., filed Land Use Permit Applica- 96 Subaru Legacy L, 4 dr., Sdn., A/T, A/C, CC, S/R, P/W, P/L ...... $5,200. Rental Cars tion #7C0353-2 for a project described as construction of a 4,200 96 Subaru Legacy LSAWD, Sdn., A/T, A/C, CC, cass...... $2,950. AUGUST 6 - 6 P.M. square foot commercial building for honey-based products manu- 93 Subaru Legacy L, FWD, Sdn., A/T, A/C, CC, P/W, P/L ...... $2,200. $29.95/day facture and retail sales, including municipal water and sewer con- 00 Volvo V70 XC, Wgn., A/T, A/C, CD, CC, Htd. Seats ...... $6,950. **For a limited time, save up to $1100 off the MSRP of select in-stock Central Boiler nections. The project is located on a ±1.9 acre portion of a ±21.9 00 VW New Beetle GLS, Diesel, 2 dr.,HB, 5 spd., CC,P/W, P/L,P/M, Cass. ... $6,900. outdoor furnace models and ThermoPEX insulated piping at participating dealers only. acre property near the intersection of Vt. 14 and Vt. 15 in Hardwick, Instant rebate applies towards the purchase with the dealer’s participation. Savings shown 96 Buick Century, Wgn., V6, A/T, A/C, CC, P/W, P/L, Cass...... $3,450. is on an E-Classic 2300. See dealer for details. *For more information about $1500 tax 472-6555 with access via an existing public road (Log Yard Drive) from Vt. 15. 96 Chev Cavalier, 4 dr., Sdn., 4 Cyl., A/T ...... $2,950. credit, please consult your tax planner and review all IRS guidelines. Central Boiler is not No hearing will be held and a permit will be issued unless, on or a tax advisor. 2009-AN13, July 6, 2009. 533-7110 before August 18, 2009, a party notifies the District #7 Environ- Evenings and Weekends mental Commission in writing at the address below of an issue re- 533-7727 or 472-5746 Also Located at Rte. 302 "Imported Cars quiring a hearing or the Commission sets the matter for hearing on Ð Rental Cars Available Ð Littleton, NH ¥ (603) 444-6336 Are Not Foreign To Us." its own motion. Such hearing request must include a petition for "Imported Cars Are Not Foreign To Us" party status. The application and proposed permit may also be viewed www.greensborogarage.com on the Natural Resources Board's web site (www.nrb.state.vt.us/ lup) by clicking "Act 250 Database" and entering the project number above. For more information contact Kirsten Sultan at the address or telephone number below. Dated at St. Johnsbury, Vermont, this 3rd day of August, 2009. By: Kirsten Sultan Kirsten Sultan, P.E., District Coordinator 1229 Portland Street, Suite 201 St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 (802) 751-0126 [email protected]

ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION 10 V.S.A ¤¤ 6001 - 6093 Notice is hereby given that on July 17, 2009 Hardwick Lake, LLC, filed Land Use Permit Application #7C0353-1 for a project described as subdivision of a ±21.9 acre tract into two (2) lots (±20.0 acres and ±1.9 acres), construction of a ±600 LF access road, and re- lated utility improvements including extension of municipal water and sewer mains. It is noted that the property features existing previ- ously permitted development (log yard and fuel station) and Lamoille River frontage. The project is located near the intersection of Vt. 14 and Vt. 15 in Hardwick, with access via an existing public road (Log Yard Drive) from Vt. 15. No hearing will be held and a permit will be issued unless, on or before August 18, 2009 a party notifies the District #7 Environmental Commission in writing at the address be- low of an issue requiring a hearing or the Commission sets the mat- ter for hearing on its own motion. Such hearing request must in- clude a petition for party status. The application and proposed per- mit may also be viewed on the Natural Resources Board's web site (www.nrb.state.vt.us/lup) by clicking "Act 250 Database" and enter- ing the project number above. For more information contact Kirsten Sultan at the address or telephone number below. Dated at St. Johnsbury, Vermont, this 3rd day of August, 2009. David Matte Deb Wallens-Matte By: Kirsten Sultan Walden Hill Road Walden Hill Road Kirsten Sultan, P.E., District Coordinator Danville Danville 1229 Portland Street, Suite 201 (802) 684-3371 (802) 684-3371 St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 (802) 751-0126 [email protected]