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KMA Publications Inc. Construction on Woolson acquires The Message of the Block building expected to Week start in the fall REGION – Robert Miller of 1970s. “I feel like The Message BY PATRICK ADRIAN include the Springfield Housing Au- “This is a complicated project,” KMA Publications Inc., owner and is home again, back to where it The Shopper thority, Springfield Regional Devel- Morelock told the Select Board. publisher of The Vermont Journal VermontTHE started,” he said. Miller recalled opment Corporation, Springfield on “We’ve been lucky to get partners and The Shopper, announced Fri- feeling the same way when he SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Wool- the Move, and several social services in this particular project. If it wasn’t day, April 27, 2018 that he has pur- purchased The Shopper back in son Block building renovation organizations. for [them] we wouldn’t be doing this chased The Message of the Week. 2009, acquiring another paper has come with hurdles, including The amendment, which the Se- project. Nobody would be doing this The sale will merge the newspa- Journal his parents had started years al- revenue shortfalls and added con- lect Board unanimously approved, project.” pers but continue to be published most 57 years ago. “I grew up in struction costs, but despite chal- changes the original loan terms from Needed architectural revisions only under The Vermont Journal & the newspaper business work- lenges developers say they expect repayment over 20 years with a one have resulted in $200,000 additional and The Shopper banners. The ing for my parents. I wanted to construction to begin this fall and percent interest rate to 25 years with spending for youth housing accom- merger will also expand coverage, bring my parent’s early publica- finish in about a year. zero interest. More importantly, the modations, and having to take down helping to strengthen local news tions back into the fold.” “This is a pretty difficult proj- amendment allows the owners to re- the northwest and southwest corners and readership. The Message, as a All inquiries to The Mes- ect,” Springfield Housing Author- pay from its surplus cash, rather than of the building, where additions were separate entity, will cease publica- sage are now automatically be- ity Executive Director Bob Mo- in fixed installments. constructed on faulty foundations. tion immediately. ing forwarded to The Vermont relock told the Springfield Select To illustrate the difference, under Though removing these corners For Miller, the purchase comes Journal and The Shopper office Board on Monday, April 23. “It a traditional loan the owners would opens outdoor space for a potential full circle, owning The Message, The Vermont Journal & The Shopper, locally in Ludlow. For any additional started off at about $5 million [in typically repay a fixed amount of riverside walkway, it also results in a paper that his parents Max and owned and operated papers, have acquired information, contact The Ver- estimated cost]. We’re up to about $8,000 each year, for 25 years, for a one less apartment unit. Odessa Miller had started with The Message of the Week. mont Journal and The Shopper $8.1 million.” total of $200,000. Under the surplus The project also has received less Bill and Joan Johnson in the early PHOTO PROVIDED at 802-228-3600. Morelock’s update came during cash provision, should the owners grant funds than solicited. Devel- the board’s discussion of a loan not have $8,000 in funds from its opers requested $750,000 from the amendment request by the new cash surplus, the owners may pay a state’s Community Development Woolson building owners, the lesser amount that year without pe- Block Grant program but only re- Trustees vote to forgive Woolson Block Limited Partner- nalization. ceived $400,000, and a grant request ship, which would give more flex- The owners still have to pay the for $500,000 from the Federal Home ibility to the owners during repay- remaining loan, Morelock explained Loan Bank was denied completely. ment. in a phone interview. This provision Morelock told the board, however, delinquent bills for the The town loaned $200,000 to just gives them more flexibility with that he expects most of that $850,000 developers to transform the Wool- its repayment schedule. shortfall to be made up in another son Block building into an afford- Based on projected revenue data grants. Also, most of the project’s able housing and commercial for Woolson Block, Morelock said costs are funded through housing Robertston Paper Mill complex, with original plans for 15 he believes the owners will generate and downtown tax credits, which the affordable apartments, four transi- sufficient surplus cash to cover its developers have attained. BY BETSY THURSTON tional housing units for homeless annual payments. The intent is only Developers plan to begin the con- The Shopper youth, and commercial spaces at to give the owners as much flexibility tract bidding and have construction the street level. Project partners and support as possible. underway by September or October. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - The Bel- lows Falls Village Trustee meeting April 24 commenced with dis- cussion on delinquent water and Albert Bridge students help wastewater bills. Municipal Man- ager Shane O’Keefe noted that door knockers would be delivered Wednesday and Thursday to re- raise money for Brownsville mind residents with delinquent water and sewer bills to pay as soon as possible to avoid the shut Independence Day celebration offs taking place May 7 though 10. The Bellows Falls Area Develop- BROWNSVILLE, Vt. - The fifth ner, Savannah Underhill. Savannah is Holiday Inn Club Vacations/Mt. As- ment Corp. requested to forgive and sixth graders at Albert Bridge a sixth grader at Albert Bridge School. cutney Resort, Seth Warren Real Es- the delinquent bills for the Rob- School recently took part in an art Patricia Harris, a fifth and sixth grade tate, Leland Company, DLX, 4 Gener- ertson Paper Mill. Built in 1891, contest. The winning artwork will teacher at ABS, coordinated the con- ations, Dark Horse Realty, Kurtzhalz it was the longest living paper be displayed on the front of the of- test. Excavation, Parris Hill Farm Alpacas, mill in the state before closing its ficial Independence Day Celebra- Corporate sponsorship of the two- Tami’s Head Lines, Pizza Chef, Snap doors in the 1980s. The BFADC Robertson Paper Mill. tion t-shirt. The students will be day event is new this year, and the Dragon Inn, and Doolittle’s Print purchased the mill in 2014. It was PHOTO BY JOHN PHELAN selling the shirts to support the generous sponsors to date include: Serve. All the supporting corporate deemed unsafe for occupancy two-day Independence sponsors will be listed and was listed as a brownfield site. Deborah Wright expressed res- delayed. He noted that in three to Day festivities taking on the back of the IDC The BFADC, a nonprofit organiza- ervations on waiving the fees. She five years, the income generated place on July 3 and t-shirts. tion of local individuals who are mentioned she was grateful for the will be a lot more than the fees if 4 that are enjoyed by The Brownsville Inde- not compensated for their time, has time and energy spent by the volun- the site was made more viable for many throughout the pendence Day Celebra- obtained over $1 million in grants teer board, but requested they come developers. region. tion t-shirts will be avail- and loans to demolish and clean up together to help pay the fees. Her O’Keefe informed the Board The concept that the able for purchase starting the property. However, none of the reasoning was that residents don’t that delinquent fees automatically children were to de- on May 1 at the school. funding sources can cover the pay- have the ability to waive their in- place a lien on the property. Fox pict is “West Windsor The shirts will also be ment of the delinquent fees; fur- creasing water bills. Stephen Golec reminded the Board that grants Volunteer Fire Depart- available for purchase at thermore, the delinquencies would concurred with Wright, agreeing require there are no liens on ment – Sixty Years of the Independence Day impact funding. that residents would be signifcantly properties seeking funding. Answering the Call,” celebrations. To pre-or- Development Director Gary Fox, impacted by the present and future Myles Mickle, village president, which is the theme of der shirts or for purchas- one of the BFADC volunteers, re- water bills. called to vote on the motion. The this year’s parade in es after school closes for quested the fees be waived for this Jonathan Wright, resident and motion passed 3 to 1 in favor of honor of these brave summer recess, contact reason. Fox reminded the trustees business owner, agreed with Debo- the town forgiving the delinquent men and women. Linda Ley at Leys@Par- that BFADC’s purpose was to help rah Wright that increased water fees. The IDC Commit- risHillFarm.com. provide infrastructure for economic rates were affecting them all, but he The next Village Trustees meet- tee selected the finalists For more information, development. warned the Board not to be short- ing is Tuesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. and, at their monthly please visit the Inde- Trustee James McAuliffe, also a sighted and to look toward the fu- The Village annual meeting is meeting, members pendence Day Celebra- member of BFADC, recused his vote ture. If the fees were not absolved, May 15. Both meetings will take of the West Windsor tion Facebook, www. From the left: Savannah Underhill, Patricia Harris, and West but encouraged the Trustee Board to the grant money would not be avail- place in the Bellows Falls Opera Volunteer Fire Depart- facebook.com/Indepen- Windsor volunteer firefighter, Chuck Kurtzhalz. support forgiving the debt. able. The projects would be further House. ment selected the win- PHOTO PROVIDED denceDayBrownsville/.

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Calendar ...... 6B - 9B www.VermontJournal.com 2A | May 02, 2018 The Shopper Spring happenings at the Bellows Falls Area Senior Center BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The Bel- older. The curriculum addresses the lations, and roads. Participants will Registration deadline must be post- Valley Cares in Townshend to tour donate “Knitted Knockers” to breast lows Falls Area Senior Center in normal physical changes brought also learn how to interact with other marked by May 9, 2018. Please reg- the facility on Monday, May 21. Van cancer survivors. Stop by and ask for conjunction with AARP are excited on by the aging process, how these road users, including truckers, bik- ister early, as there is limited space. leaves here at 9 a.m. This is a free ex- Betty for more information. to announce the AARP Safe Driver changes can affect driving ability, ers, pedestrians, and distracted driv- Due to planning and rental fees, reg- cursion but is limited to the first 10 The BFASC Quilters meet the sec- Class on Friday, May 25 from 9:30 and then offers ways to compensate ers. Many insurance companies offer istration fees are nonrefundable after sign-ups. ond Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. This refresher course for those changes. The course also a discount to drivers who have com- May 13. Bring scrapbook or refill Ongoing activities a.m. Need help starting or finishing a is open to all drivers 50 years and addresses changes in vehicles, regu- pleted the class. Drivers who have pages, pictures, adhesives, tools, oth- Ongoing activities at the senior quilting project? These ladies have a qualified for a discount by taking the er cropping materials such as paper center include multiple Bone Build- wealth of knowledge and experience. course must take a refresher course or cardstock, and a bag lunch. Pack ers programs with six classes a week. Nickel Bingo is held every Tuesday every three years. There are no tests, up your projects, come join us for Basic Tai Chi for fall prevention is starting at 12:30 p.m. with 20 games but bring a snack or lunch. There is a some fun and great conversation, fin- on Thursdays from 12:30 -1:30 p.m. played. discounted fee for AARP members. ish a project, and make new friends. Please contact instructor Susan Wil- The Gad about Girls meet the first Nonmembers can still sign up. I look forward to scrapbooking with liams at 802-376-5173 for more in- Thursday of every month. May Memories Scrapbook Crop you. Please contact me for a pre-reg- formation. The Bellows Falls Area Senior Cen- and Crafting day out istration form at tinamw@vermontel. Chair caning meets Mondays at 1 ter is open to local seniors aged 50 This is a no frills event; just time net or at 802-869-3478 or stop by the p.m. If you have a chair that needs and over. We do not charge member- to finish up some unfinished proj- senior center to pick one up. repair or would like to learn the art ship fees, so feel free to drop in and ects Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 8 Jamboree time of chair caning, please stop by! check us out. We serve a hot lunch a.m. – 6 p.m. Included in your fee It’s jamboree time Sunday, June 10 Wednesday’s art class is now visual Monday through Friday starting at are refreshments, workspace, assis- at the Moose Family Center from 12 - arts: encompassing scrapbooking, 11:30 a.m. Lunch includes entrée, tance, use of punches, border maker, 5 p.m. Live music will be provided by adult coloring, and stamping. Bring starch, vegetable, roll and butter, des- custom cutting system and Cricut. Playin Possum & Friends. There will your own materials and have fun so- sert, and beverage for a suggested be prize raffles, cash raffles, 50/50, cializing, take advantage of our large donation for seniors over 60, and a burgers, hot dogs, and a yummy bake tables to stretch out, and enjoy your fixed price for those under 60. Check Attention all sale! Doors open at 11 a.m. There is crafts! out our menu on Facebook. The se- a cover fee at the door. This event is The Knit and Stitch group meets nior center is located at 18 Tuttle Bellows Falls open to everyone! Bring the family Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Street in Bellows Falls. For more in- down for a fun afternoon of music, They can help you finish a project, formation, call 802-463-3907. We of- American prizes, food, and fun! repair an item, and even take on fer accessibility in the forms of a lift Field trip to Valley Cares special projects such as baby blan- and ramps and have plenty of free New heart defibrillator Legion Unit #37 We are taking the center van to kets and gifts. The group is happy to parking! BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - On behalf of the seniors that we serve, the Bellows members Falls Area Senior Center would like to thank the American Legion Post 37, Sons of the American Legion, the Elks Club, and the Polish American Club BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Grace Cottage offers new for their generous contributions. These funds have enabled the senior cen- Members of the American Le- ter to purchase our first emergency heart defibrillator. Board Members pic- gion Auxiliary of Pierce Law- tured left to right, back row: Sue Holland, Wayne Johnson, Fred Waryas, ton Unit 37, your membership and Fred Yates. 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BY AMANDA WEDEGIS then apprenticed for a barber, Casey The Shopper George. “That’s the way to do it.” to explore end-of-life care Eastman explained that there isn’t a SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Springfield local barber school nearby and that PUTNEY, Vt. - On May 9, 2018 tionships between patients and their sations about end-of-life care, yet Barber, located at 307 Clinton Street, to be a certified barber, most train from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Brattleboro doctors. It follows a surgeon, Dr. Atul only 30 percent have done so. is celebrating its 20th year in Spring- for 2,000 hours in an apprenticeship Area Hospice will partner with Gawande, as he shares stories from In February 2015, “Being Mortal” field. Owner Pam Eastman first before certifying for their license. Putney Cares to host a community the people and families he encoun- aired nationally on the PBS program opened the business on Valley Street In order to have the iconic bar- screening of the documentary “Be- ters. When Gawande’s own father “Frontline.” For more information in 1998. She moved to her current ber pole outside their establishment ing Mortal.” After the screening, gets cancer, his search for answers about the film, visit www.pbs.org/ location on Clinton Street in 2000, or in their marketing, a barbershop audience members can participate about how best to care for the dying wgbh/pages/frontline/being-mortal/. where she owned and operated her must have a certified barber on in a facilitated conversation about becomes a personal quest. The film The film is adapted from Dr. Gawa- business on her own for several years. staff. In the future, when Eastman the film, including a focus on the sheds light on how a medical system nde’s 2014 nationally bestselling book Amy Ducharme and Alison Robinson decides to hand over the reigns, it importance of talking about and focused on a cure often leaves out the of the same name. More information were Eastman’s first full time employ- will be to someone with the barber planning your healthcare wishes sensitive conversations that need to about the book is at www.atulgawa- ees, and have been with the business certification. Currently, Robinson is throughout one’s lifespan. The pro- happen so a patient’s true wishes can nde.com/book/being-mortal/. 14 and 13 years respectively. apprenticing with Eastman for her gram will include a panel of experts be known and honored at the end. The free screening is made possible In 2004, Springfield Barber also barber license. who will participate in the conver- “Being Mortal” underscores the by a grant from The John and Wau- added a tanning salon with tanning To celebrate their 20th anniversa- sation. The event will take place importance of people planning ahead na Harman Foundation in partner- beds. Now, they are bringing spray ry as a business, Springfield Barber at the Putney Public Library at 55 and talking with family members ship with the Hospice Foundation of tanning to the barbershop within the is holding a drawing from now un- Little girl admires her new hairdo. Main St. in Putney, Vt. about end-of-life decisions. America. next month. While Springfield Bar- til June 1. Every time you get a hair PHOTO PROVIDED “Being Mortal” delves into the Seventy percent of Americans say For more information or to RSVP ber Shop serves primarily men, some cut at the barbershop, you are eli- hopes of patients and families fac- they would prefer to die at home, but to the “Being Mortal” screening and women and children also have their gible to enter into a drawing for great they keep coming back.” Eastman ing terminal illness. The film -in nearly 70 percent die in hospitals and community conversation, please con- hair cut there. The police car chair is prizes including free haircuts for one also expressed her gratitude to the vestigates the practice of caring for institutions. Ninety percent of Ameri- tact Abby Jacobson at 802-387-5593 a favorite with the kids. On any given year, gas cards, an Apple iPad, or gift town and area businesses for their the dying and explores the rela- cans know they should have conver- or [email protected]. day, Eastman cuts hair for anyone cards from other local businesses. The support with prizes for their draw- from “a one-year-old to a 93 year-old winners will be announced on June 1 ing and for having supported the m an .” during an Open House from 10 a.m. Springfield Barber for the last 20 Eastman is a certified barber. Prior to 2 p.m. at the barbershop. Refresh- years. “All About Weatherization: How to to opening her business in Spring- ments will be served. For more information, check out field, she went to school at the New “We’re lucky to have a great clientele Springfield Barber on Facebook, @ England School of Hair Design and base,” Eastman said. “We’re thankful SpringfieldBarber. have a Cozy Home” BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - On those home more comfortable in every sea- improvement projects and sustainable cold days, when you felt the drafts son. This is a rare opportunity to have energy. John Hyslop from Southeast BFWC high tea and monthly meeting in your home and paid those large all your questions answered and get Vermont Community Action will talk heating bills, have you ever thought the resources you need to take the first about the guidelines for participation BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - Members when the club sponsored art show the food. Members then went into about what it would take to create step. in their weatherization services. of the Bellows Falls Women’s Club took place. Members viewed the stu- the auditorium for the awarding of a cozy, energy-efficient home? The Samantha Wilhelm, Brattleboro To help SEON plan for this event, will meet May 8 at the United Church, dent art exhibit in several categories prizes for the first place art show prospect of weatherizing our homes branch manager at Vermont State we ask you to register by sending an School St. beginning at noon. This along with quilts entered by students and quilt winners and the Club can be a daunting task. Knowing Credit Union will talk about the vari- email to [email protected] or calling will be the final meeting of the club in the Family and Consumer Science Favorite. The club awarded each of where to start and how to follow ous VGreen loan options specifically 802-376-9262. For more details, go to year, and it begins with a luncheon department. Club members selected these students $25. The school cho- through can feel overwhelming. designed for energy efficient home www.seon.info/public-forums. hosted by the Executive Board mem- a Club Favorite for the prejudged art rus and jazz ensemble entertained We’re here to help! bers. Officers for the next biennium and quilts categories. The Family and the club with several selections. On Wednesday, May 9, the Sus- will be installed. Consumer Science Department stu- Each music department was given tainable Energy Outreach Network This Mother’s Day, help mom with the table... The April 10 meeting was held at dents served a luncheon to the mem- $50. The club has sponsored the art in partnership with the Rock- Bellows Falls Union High School bers who paid a fee to cover the cost of show for over 50 years. ingham Energy Committee will linens, runners, flatware, jewlery, gifts and The club is conducting a raffle sponsor a public forum entitled, of a framed print of the Jerry Pfohl “All about Weatherization: How to “Vilas Bridge” painting recently have a cozy home and save money purchased by the Rockingham along the way.” The forum takes Free Public Library. Tickets can be place from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the The art of living well purchased from any members. The Rockingham Free Public Library, raffle is held to raise funds for the 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. A Thurs~Sun 10-5 802 875 3109 RT 103 between Chester/Ludlow smokeshiredesign.com club’s Community Improvement small donation is encouraged. Project. This year, the club plans to Experts from the HEAT Squad - place a bench on the outside ramp Melanie Paskevich, program di- leading to the health center en- rector, and Corey Trimmer, certi- APY* trance. The winning ticket will be fied energy auditor, will walk us Compare 1-year 2.15 % Minimum deposit $1,000 drawn at the club’s May 8 meeting. through the steps from beginning Our CD APY* Tickets will also be sold during to end. They’ll explain the im- Rates 2-year 2.75 % Minimum deposit $1,000 the Bellows Falls Women’s Club’s portance of an energy audit, how Bank-issued, APY* 5-year Minimum deposit $1,000 second annual High Tea. This houses work, what tools are used, FDIC-insured 3.15 % year’s event will take place Sunday, and what we can learn from the au- * Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective 04/26/2018. CDs offered by Edward Jones are May 6, from 3-5 p.m., at the Ma- dit report. 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SHS Financial Advisor Member SIPC sophomore Ethan Bertone (front, center) was the winner of the $100 first port the club’s high school scholar- the paperwork for incentives. 300 River Street prize and will represent the club at the District Semifinals May 6 in Hen- ship given annually to a graduating The average HEAT Squad cus- Springfield, VT 05156 niker, N.H. SHS junior Connor Starr (front, left) won $75 for second place, student at BFUHS who is pursu- tomer saves $900 a year. Insula- 802-885-4213 and SHS sophomore Ariel Day (front, right) was the third place recipient ing education in nursing or other tion and air sealing can make your of $25. Rotarians Bob Flint and Jim Fog flank SHS’s Mike Janiszyn, who health care fields. Proceeds will helped organize this year’s event. also support many community PHOTO PROVIDED outreach services. 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Sale Prices Effective Aawww - Spring is Here! Get those grills cleaned Tuesday, May 1 - Monday, May 7, 2018 and ready to go! It’s BBQ time! drchristopherfauver.com 4A | May 02, 2018 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper RVTC names students Summer camps offered SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - It is with great pleasure to announce the SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. - Main ily to celebrate the week RVTC students of the third quar- Street Arts is offering four unique of puppetry. In addition ter. The students of the quarter are camps in June and August, includ- to puppetry, there will be selected by their program instruc- ing printmaking, puppetry, theater group-building games and tor, and instructors hold very high for teens, and its popular arts ex- focusing exercises to get standards for this recognition. In ploratory camp. the creative energy flow- fact, an instructor will present this Printmaking with professional ing. award only if he or she believes that printer Clare Adams for ages 6 For children in 6th there is a student who truly de- through 9 will meet Wednesday, through 12th grade who serves such recognition. A special Thursday, and Friday, June 20, 21, are interested in theater, breakfast and luncheon was held in and 22 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Dominic DeBenedetto, their honor. Congratulations to all Adams will teach the basics of most recently seen as students. RVTC students of the third quarter. mono-printing using stencils and Peter in the Main Street PHOTO PROVIDED Students of the Quarter are: layering with non-toxic, water- Arts production of “Jesus Adam Moody – Audio Video Pro- Mountain Union High School, Emily High School, Mariyah Fales – based inks. Students will collabo- Christ Superstar,” will lead Arts Camp is one of four unique camps. duction I – Fall Mountain Regional McCann – Culinary Arts II – Green Human Services I – Black River rate on a group wall hanging and “Your Voice: Expression PHOTO PROVIDED High School, Joey Betz – Audio Mountain Union High School, Ben- High School, Jillian Hale – Hu- take home individual creations. through Theater” the week Video Production I – Fall Moun- jamin Bileau – Hands On Computer man Services II – Green Mountain Shoshana Bass of Sandglass The- of Aug. 6 for ages 6 through 12 from week of Aug. 13 for ages 6 through 11 tain Regional High School, Kyle Systems – Bellows Falls Union High Union High School, Jason Crumb ater will direct Puppet Camp for 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a perfor- from 1 to 4 p.m. Monier – Audio Video Production School, Molly Kelly – Health Careers – Industrial Trades I – Springfield ages 8 through 12 the week of June mance Friday, Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. Campers will unleash their creativ- II – Springfield High School, Sam I – Bellows Falls Union High School, High School, Peter Berlenbach – 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp will be an original, ity and explore all sorts of projects, Cox – Audio Video Production II – Karlygash Keefe – Health Careers Industrial Trades II – Springfield Participants will build a variety student-composed performance including drawing, sculpting, de- Springfield High School, Ezra Leon- II – adult student, Zachary Connor High School, Harley Spaulding of simple puppets of different siz- straight play, although there may be sign, exploring the outdoors, singing ard – Carpentry I – Springfield High – Horticulture & Natural Resources – Pre Technical Studies – Green es, embellish them with character music incorporated depending on songs, and playing games. Activities School, Henry Watson – Carpentry I – Black River High School, Wes- Mountain Union High School, Tif- and costume, and learn techniques the students’ interests and talents. include sun prints, papier mache, II – Springfield High School, Caris- ley Austin – Horticulture & Natural fany Jowett – Pre Technical Stud- for animating the puppets and cre- The original poetry collection called fairy houses, making journals, and sa Bailey – Culinary Arts I – Green Resources II – Bellows Falls Union ies – Bellows Falls Union High ating story for them. At the end of “Voices We Hear in the Hall” that is other creative crafts. School, and Levi Benoit – Technol- the week, there will be an infor- centered on teen issues will serve as Russo is an artist and basket mak- ogy Essentials – Sheldon Academy. mal showing for friends and fam- inspiration. More information can er who has led the camp for several be found at www.voiceswehearinthe- years. hall.org. Further information and registra- DeBenedetto holds a master’s de- tion information is available on the gree in education and has taught MSA website www.mainstreetarts. 8th grade English at Keene Middle org or by contacting MSA at 802- School for 11 years and has worked at 869-2960 or info@mainstreetarts. Prime Rib & Scallop Combo summer camps and similar programs org. for the last 15 years, teaching writing, Now in its 30th year, Main Street for only $22.95 literature, and drama. Arts is a catalyst for arts and com- on Saturday & Sunday Rounding out the summer will munity, fostering creative expression be Arts, Crafts and Games led by through artistic experiences acces- JoAnne Russo and Bradie Harris the sible to all. 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Ron Patch is a Chester Jackson Ellis releases first book, native, Chester LOCAL Historical Society “Lords of St. Thomas” president, and a lifelong antiques dealer. LUDLOW, Vt. - Vermont writer and “Lords of St. Thomas” details the age story and an exact and haunting Okemo Valley native Jackson Ellis has tragedies and conflicts endured by a evocation of a bygone time and place. released his first novel, “Lords of St. family fighting a futile battle, and their What’s more, it’s a great read. I loved HISTORY He can be reached at Thomas.” Ellis won the 2017 Howard hectic and terrifying escape from the every page.” 802-374-0119 or email Frank Mosher First Book Prize for floodwaters thatfinally surge across Ludlow’s indie bookstore the Book [email protected] this story set in Nevada during the the threshold of their front door. Sur- Nook has signed copies for sale. The BY RON PATCH Depression. It is published by Ver- prisingly, it also shows that, some- Book Nook will also host a book mont independent publishers, Green times, you can go home again. reading with Jackson Ellis on Friday, Writers Press. Beloved Vermont author Howard July 6 at the Ludlow Town Hall Au- In the 1930s, during construction Frank Mosher described the book ditorium. It will be an evening featur- of the Hoover Dam, the U.S. govern- this way, “A dramatic story of the be- ing local talent as Jackson Ellis reads Historical letters ment began buying out the residents leaguered Lord family, forced off their and talks about “Lords of St. Thomas,” of St. Thomas, Nev. Yet the hard- land by the creation of Lake Mead. At Rachel Carter will discuss her latest Most readers will won what is consid- headed Henry Lord, believing the wa- the heart of the book are the patri- works, and we will provide a Ludlow know that I am an ered one of Britain’s ters of the newly created Lake Mead arch Henry Lord, who refuses to leave premiere of “My Name is Art,” a short antiques dealer and most important naval would never reach his home, refused his doomed home and town, and his film based on a story by Asher El- have been for over 45 battles. On that day to sell or vacate his property. It was a young grandson and namesake. The lis. Look for more details later in the years. My passion is in 1805 Nelson was mistake that would cost him dearly. novel is both a terrific coming-of- spring. early historical docu- killed. ments. There’s an impor- Being self-educated tant Civil War letter Last OLLI program is “Political has its advantages, regarding formation you study what you of a new regiment in like. For me, I love New York. Many offi- historical documents. cers signed the letter. Polarization in the United States” As the years passed On the reverse side SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Eric Davis I became known is a handwritten note will present the OLLI-Osher Lifelong throughout New Eng- approving the new Learning Institute program Tuesday, land as a collector/ regiment, and signed May 8. “Political Polarization in the dealer of these old ‘A. Lincoln.’ United States: Causes and Conse- documents. Another letter is quences” will be presented at 2 p.m. Occasionally I’m 1779 55 dollar Continental currency. written and signed at the Nolin Murray Center next to St. called in as a consul- PHOTO BY RON PATCH by U. S. Grant. Then Mary’s Catholic Church on Pleasant tant by an auction there is on an 1862 St. in Springfield, Vt. gallery or a private New York Quarter- He’ll consider the causes of the po- collector to identify master letterhead the litical polarization that has increased and catalog their doc- signature, ‘C.A. Ar- in our country over the past 15 to 20 uments. Such is the thur.’ Arthur is best years to an all-time high. This has case here. known as the 21st resulted in a dysfunctional political Political Polarization in the United States is the last OLLI program of the season. Recently, I was con- president but during system oriented toward short-term STOCK PHOTO tacted by Bill Smith the Civil War he was solutions in the face of serious policy of Smith’s Auction Quartermaster for problems that require longer-term ac- years and older who want to engage hour and a half. Gallery of Plainfield, the State of New York. tion. in meaningful learning, “just for the Membership includes 9 programs. New Hampshire. I Very rare 1761 Philadelphia Lottery ticket. Not done yet, there is Davis is professor emeritus of po- fun of it!” People of all ages are wel- Nonmembers are encouraged and was asked to catalog a PHOTO BY RON PATCH also a White House litical science at Middlebury College come to attend. welcome to attend individual lectures group of estate docu- card with a bold sig- and a nationally recognized expert on The OLLI series programs are se- for a single program fee. Member- ments. The estate was in Corn- One way to determine a counter- nature, ‘Chester A. Arthur.’ Vermont and national politics. He has lected with input from the local mem- ships, as well as single program fees, ing, New York and was moved to feit bill today from a genuine bill is Another letter is written and been a close observer of presidential, bers and carry varied themes from se- may be paid at the program. Plainfield to be sold at auction. rather easy. Genuine Continental signed by Salmon Chase, Chief congressional, and Vermont elections mester to semester including history, The complete Springfield and state- When I saw these documents I Currency notes have tiny flecks of Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. for more than 30 years. art, music, literature, health, nature, wide program list is available on the got goosebumps. Below is an out- mica imbedded in the paper. The Chase was born in Cornish N.H. Davis writes a biweekly political science, travel, and current events. internet at www.learn.uvm.edu/olli. line of what I discovered. counterfeits did not have mica. There is also a very rare 1761 column for the Addison Indepen- Programs are held at 2 p.m. on Choose statewide programs from the A handwritten three-page let- Another item is a very rare 1782 Philadelphia lottery ticket, likely dent, and frequently provides political Tuesday afternoons and last about an menu, and then scroll to Springfield. ter’s heading is Albany May 12, Treasury Check for $120. It is signed printed by Ben Franklin. commentary for several Vermont and 1779. The letter was written by M. Hillegas. Michael Hillegas was There is much more I could national media organizations, includ- Philip Schuyler to Colonel Van the first treasurer of the United write about this collection but I’m ing Vermont Public Radio, WCAX- Schaick. States. Estimates range that there are running out of room. Now per- TV, Rutland Herald, New York Times, General Washington directs only 75-200 of these checks in exis- haps you understand why I had Boston Globe, Washington Post, and Schuyler to have Col. Schaick tence today. goosebumps. National Public Radio. organize a group of soldiers to- Included in this collection is a The auction is Monday, May 28 The May 8 program will be the final gether with Oneida Indians to 125-page journal kept by Henry in Plainfield, N.H. at 10 a.m. I will program of the spring semester. The chart the Oswegatchie River. The Young. The title page reads: A jour- be there. fall semester will begin Sept. 4. Buying: Oswegatchie flows from the Ad- nal of East and West Florida with OLLI-Osher Lifelong Learning In- irondacks, north to the St Law- itineraries by H. Young, Cap’t of This week’s old saying. “Old age stitute, affiliated with the University • Antiques rence River. In 1779 the British Topographical Engineers, 1818. is a terminal illness.” of Vermont, is a local membership threatened this area. The letter is The first Seminole War was in program geared towards seniors 50 • Early Photographs signed Philip Schuyler. This letter 1818 and led by Andrew Jackson. • Military: Helmets, and the relevant history could be Henry Young was with Jackson on Flags, Uniforms, an article by itself. this expedition and recorded lati- Also is a collection of Conti- tude and longitude, topography, Weapons, Daggers nental paper currency, all dating soils and rivers. Further he made and Bayonets from the 1770s. Continental Cur- accurate records of old Spanish • Antique Clocks & rency was circulated in all thir- roads and forts along with the Clock Parts teen Colonies. While unpopular many different Indian tribes. with the Colonists due to inflation In those early days slaves es- “Scottish • Guns and different values from colony caping from the southern states Hospitality • Coins to colony, there was a larger prob- escaped to Florida, then a Span- in the Hills • & More! lem. ish territory. Here the slaves were The British would sail into safe and established settlements of Vermont” New York harbor and anchor. which were recorded by Young. Call Ron Patch at 802-374-0119 Then men were sent into the city This journal is a major historical to collect Continental Currency. artifact. Open Daily Sun-Thurs 11:30AM - 11PM Onboard ship they had printing There is a great 1802 Lord Nel- Fri & Sat 11:30AM - Midnight presses and set about counterfeit- son letter. You might know of the Lunch & Dinner ing the ‘Continentals’ as they were Battle of Trafalgar. This is where known. 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The Legislature is again consider- consistently high spenders. Only five students. The governor and the Legislature ing using the property tax as a deter- towns, with combined enrollment of Punitive tax rates aren’t going to have a short-term problem of their rent against high spending in Ver- fewer than 1,400 students, made the force these towns to become more own making for fiscal 2019. Last mont schools. top 25 list every year. efficient. They only add insult to year, they agreed to use Education Currently, school tax rates go Over the course of seven years, 65 injury for taxpayers who already Fund reserves to artificially lower up proportionally with per-pupil individual towns appeared at least have seen a spike in their tax rates tax rates this year, and now that deci- spending increases. The bill recently once on the top 25 list. Just under through no fault of their own. What’s sion has come back to bite them with passed by the House would change half were on the list for only one the point of pushing their tax rates higher property tax rates projected the education funding system so year. More than 60 percent made the even higher? for next year. that tax rates would rise faster than list for just one or two years. Of the Before the Legislature goes any Rather than look for ways to pun- spending increases as a disincentive 65 towns, just over one-third pay tu- further with the get-tough approach, ish local voters, Montpelier needs to to higher spending. ition to send all or some of their kids it really needs to take a little time to come up with another short-term fix Legislators say they understand the to school, which means they have no understand why communities spend to bring down property taxes next pressures on property tax payers and or limited control over their spend- what they do - and that goes for be- year. Then over the summer and fall, want to ease their plight. But in the ing. They simply pay the required low-average spenders as well as the it needs to study the causes of high name of cost containment, they’re tuition amount per pupil to the re- high spenders. and low spending before proposing proposing to make it more painful ceiving school. As it turns out, the school consoli- more new cost-control policies. for Vermont resident homeowners Some of the smallest tuition towns dation law, Act 46, is more likely to It also needs to get serious about who want to or have to spend more experienced the greatest volatil- help towns like Lemington and Vic- permanently reducing the pressure on their kids’ education. ity over the last seven years. These tory avoid sharp tax increases than on property tax payers by eliminat- That might make sense if towns communities are vulnerable to large the House bill would. Ten towns ing the residential school property were willfully or carelessly spend- swings in per-pupil spending if new have joined the Northeast Kingdom tax and moving to a system where ing too much on education. But that students move into town after the Choice School District. The single school taxes for all Vermont resi- doesn’t appear to be the case. An ex- school budget has been set. Lem- district will have a large enough en- dents are based on their ability to amination of the 25 towns with the ington and Victory, for example, rollment so that a few additional stu- pay. highest per-pupil spending each year went from being among the lowest dents here and there shouldn’t cause from fiscal 2012 through fiscal 2018 spending towns to the highest in just spikes in the tax rates, as they some- Written by Jack Hoffman, Public shows a lot of volatility. Few were a few years because of an influx of times do for individual towns. Assets Institute. Op-Ed: Ridesharing networks in rural Vermont

There’s something in the DNA of those in and around Burlington. But possible, using a decentralized model monters who could really benefit have seen declines in DUI arrests and beyond what public transit offers. Vermonters that comes from our it becomes difficult to justify it most similar to the volunteer fire fighters from making a few extra bucks, and deaths. Additionally, ridesharing ser- As the Legislature looks at regu- Yankee ingenuity that helps us solve parts of the state. But just as previous our local communities depend on. maybe making better connections vices provide a greater level of safety lating these ridesharing companies I problems using limited resources, generations of technology, like pagers Networks like Lyft don’t seek to with the people that live in their area. than do traditional transportation op- hope that they can preserve the way and usually in a way that helps benefit and radio, helped to enable volun- send in fleets of vehicles to crowd our Individuals around the country have tions. Before a potential driver can of- these companies have been able to our community at large. While a full- teer fire departments to provide an roads with out-of-state license plates, used services like Lyft to earn money fer their services, they must undergo do business so that drivers and riders time professional squad of fire fighters important service in rural areas that but instead are here to help us better on their own schedule. In 2017, Lyft a thorough background check pro- can continue to benefit from financial might make sense for larger areas like would otherwise be impractical, to- connect with each other. In so many drivers nationwide earned $3.6 bil- cess that checks for criminal offenses opportunities and needed transporta- Burlington, the same service is quite day there is another opportunity for places in rural Vermont there are lion. Over 90 percent of those drivers and driving infractions. Companies tion in places where they are hard to impractical for smaller communities rural Vermont to embrace technology people who - due to age, finances, or drove part-time around a full-time like Lyft also carry insurance lim- come by while also providing com- in rural Vermont. So we improvise to help empower individuals to help other circumstances - find themselves job or other responsibilities. its up to $1 billion. And they have a mon sense protections and the free- and put together a network of dozens their neighbors. temporarily, or permanently, without Lyft has also been shown to en- number of other innovative features, dom they need to help each other as of volunteers who help out when the Transportation network companies a means of transportation. Lyft can hance safety by reducing DUIs and like the two-way rating system, real- neighbors. need arises. Similarly a centralized like Lyft are looking to expand in Ver- help solve those challenges and fill giving people a safe way to get home. time tracking of rides, and the ability public transportation system makes mont to help connect Vermonters to critical transportation needs. Communities around the country to share your route and ETA with a Written by Paul Dame, president, sense in population dense areas like each other and make the impractical There are also thousands of Ver- with access to ridesharing services friend, that all enhance rider safety Vermont Young Professionals. Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,

On behalf of the board, staff, and collaborative, and compassionate ing Vermont towns for voting in sor, Wilmington, Windham, Wind- clients of Health Care and Rehabili- health care services that are respon- support of HCRS’ programs and sor, and Woodstock. tation Services of Southeastern Ver- sive to the needs of the communi- services: Andover, Barnard, Brattle- With the help of these communi- mont (HCRS), I would like to ex- ties we serve. The comprehensive boro, Chester, Dover, Dummerston, ties, HCRS will continue to make a press our sincere thanks to residents programs we offer help community Grafton, Guilford, Halifax, Hart- substantial and positive impact on of Windsor and Windham counties members struggling with mental ford, Hartland, Jamaica, Landgrove, the quality of life that the residents who voted to support HCRS’ town- illness, substance abuse, and/or de- Londonderry, Marlboro, Newfane, of Windsor and Windham counties funding requests at their recent velopmental disabilities to access Plymouth, Pomfret, Putney, Read- experience throughout the year. town meetings. the support they require - 365 days ing, Rockingham, Royalton, Sha- This critically important town a year, seven days a week, 24 hours ron, Springfield, Stratton, Town- Sincerely, funding will help HCRS to achieve each day. shend, Wardsboro, Weathersfield, George Karabakakis, Ph.D. our mission: to provide creative, Our thanks go out to the follow- Westminster, Weston, West Wind- CEO, HCRS

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The 24th of April was the 103rd is the intended effect, as Mr. Patch things that are not to be tampered universal (as opposed to commercial) anniversary of the beginning of the observes. The ultimate purpose is to with. background checks. Furthermore, Armenian Genocide in Turkey. Prior disarm the American people. Background checks for purchas- background checks of any kind are to that date, the Ottoman government I believe that every Vermont voter ing firearms from a firearms dealer or useless unless the databases they rely had confiscated all the firearms in the with the slightest tinge of patriotism other business or via a gun show are on are complete, accurate, and purged hands of Armenians living in Turkey. should remember who was involved beneficial. But requiring, as the law when the reason for being in the da- They were able to do this because of in passing this law and vote accord- does, universal background checks tabase no longer exists. The only rea- previously existing firearms control ingly this year. I certainly understand is a big problem, if for other reason son the boy in Florida was able to buy laws, which required registration of the concern about doing something than that it opens the door to Soviet firearms is that school policy forbade Robert Miller, Publisher / Advertising Director all firearms. and the fear of having to explain a style attempts to entrap people by reporting disorderly or even criminal [email protected] The following comments are in re- vote to the parents of a child mur- attempting to buy or otherwise ob- behavior to the police and thus, his gard to recent letters on firearms leg- dered in school. I must say, however, tain firearms from them. The state of name was not entered into any of the Vince West, Ad Consultant / Online Ad Manager islation. I can remember my dad tell- that it is difficult to understand why Vermont and, I assume, other states databases that a background check [email protected] ing my brother and me that legislators would be concerned about as well, send young people into busi- consults. 1. There is no such thing as an emp- “young people that are saying that we nesses that sell alcohol, trying to get The real causes and any hope for Shawntae Stillwell, Graphic Director / Ad Designer ty rifle (or any other kind of firearm), are not doing enough” when you have the clerk to sell these products to a a solution to the problems of people [email protected] 2. Never point a rifle (or any other just defined them as immature, unre- minor so that law enforcement can committing mass murder are not firearm) at anyone unless you intend liable, impulsive, and untrustworthy take action against the store. It is not those that a legislature, governor, or a to shoot him then and there – that is in the law that forbids anyone under beyond the realm of possibility that judge can address. Murder is already Amanda Wedegis, Editor to say, never. 21 to buy a firearm. this will become policy for firearms against the law, after all. The destruc- [email protected] This was pretty stark advice, but It seems to me, however, especially as well. Not being able to trust the tion of religious belief and practice very good. My father made sure that since it is believed that the ban on people with whom you interact tends and the loss of faith, both in religion Sharon Huntley, Copy Editor & Writer we were trained in the use of firearms standard capacity magazines and to break down a society. and in America itself are the under- [email protected] as children. The NRA has expanded the universal – as opposed to com- One more thought on universal lying causes of this problem; they are and refined this kind of instruction mercial – background checks will be background checks. Consider the beyond the competence of politicians Julie Adams, Billing Department and advice in its firearms safety pro- contested at law, that the attitude of question of narcotics. People buy nar- and jurists. Leadership in these areas [email protected] grams. the legislators should have been: “I cotics all the time that are illegal to by example and exhortation will ac- With regard to Mr. Patch’s letter, will not vote for this bill in its current sell, possess, or use. Despite the best complish much more than laws that this is the key statement: “A year or form. The magazine ban is irrelevant efforts of the police and attempts at affect only those who are law-abiding. Corporate & Production Office: two down the road when the legis- to the question of school safety and I education, abuse of narcotics con- My two cents. 8 High Street • Ludlow, VT 05149 lators realize the new gun laws did will consider voting for it when it is tinues unabated. People who are not Office: 802-228-3600 • Fax: 802-228-3464 nothing to make schools safe, they presented without the magazine ban.” inclined to obey the law won’t be af- Respectfully, will pass more gun laws, which will Conversely, the governor could fected or limited by the law in any G.M. Donabedian mean a loss of more freedoms.” have vetoed the bill with a similar way. The same principle applies to Chester, Vt. The Vermont Journal & The Shopper are KMA Publications Inc. weekly news- papers, and are available free of charge. Advertising The deadline for display In my opinion, this is the only real message. 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Understand, I firearm with any size magazine in the under 400 words. We reserve the right to publish at our discre- ers and photographers wanting to contribute local interest content and ideas are encouraged to contact KMA Publications. Publication is not guaranteed am not saying that Mr. Patch’s state- commission of a crime an additional tion. Deadline Friday at 12 p.m. Email to editor@vermontjournal. ment reflected either the governor’s felony, without regard to the serious- unless specified.Subscriptions to The Vermont Journal or The Shopper may com. Mail to Vermont Journal PO Box 228 Ludlow, VT 05149. be purchased for $85 per year, which includes all 52 issues. Issues arrive via or the Legislature’s intention, but it ness of the original crime. direct mail to your home or business. Back Issues of a specific edition can will surely be the law’s ultimate effect. 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Third Congregational Church UCC, River Street Sunday service and Sunday school is 10:30 a.m. For more information, CHESTER, VT. contact [email protected] or 603-835-6358. Chester Congregational Church, 469 Main Street, Route 11 West SPRINGFIELD, VT. Sunday Service at 10 a.m. All are welcome. For more information, call Precision Valley Baptist Church, 69 Route 106 ASCUTNEY, VT. 802-875-3382 or go to www.chestercongregational.org. Adult Bible Study on Sundays from 9 -9:45 a.m. Services start at 10 a.m. Located right next to Cota & Cota. Bow Baptist Church, 1102 Rte 5. First Universalist Parish of Chester, Rte. 103. 211 North St. Sunday school at 10 a.m. Morning service at 11 a.m. Evening service at Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. followed by light refreshments and 6 p.m. Prayer meeting on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Call 802-546-4902 or conversation. Youth Program for kids ages 4 and older; free childcare WALPOLE, N.H. www.bowbaptist.com. available for children under 5 in the playroom between Sept. and June. St. John’s Church, corner of Westminster and Elm St. More at www.chestervtuu.org or 802-875-3257. Brownsville Community United Methodist Church, 66 Brownsville- Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Services begin at 10 a.m., followed by coffee hour. For more information about Art After School program, our outreach Hartland Rd. Andover Community Church, 928 Weston-Andover Rd., Andover efforts, call 603-756-4533. Sunday worship 9:30 a.m. followed by fellowship and refreshments. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and worship service 10:45 a.m. For more Nursery care provided during church service for children 5 years and information, go to www.andovercommunitychurch.org. younger. ADA accessible. Call 802-484-5944, email bcchurchvt@gmail. com, or go to www.brownsvilleumc-vt.org. Alexander S. Doleva, 1924 – 2018 LONDONDERRY, VT. FOXBORO, Mass. - Alexander S. He enjoyed making model air- BELLOWS FALLS, VT. First Baptist Church, 62 Crescent Street, S. Londonderry, Vt. Doleva, 93, passed away Wednesday planes, playing accordion, and for- Worship services are at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. For more morning, April 25, 2018 at Bright- eign language, and he loved his dog Immanuel Episcopal Church, 20 Church St. information, visit www.firstbaptistlondonderryvt.org or call 802-856-7266 view Senior Living Center in Can- Pepper. Holy Eucharist Services are offered at 8 a.m. (quiet service) and 10 a.m. ton, Mass. He was born June 25, 1924 He is survived by two daughters (with music) every Sunday. Immanuel Church is handicap accessible. in West Conshocken, Pa., the son of Mary V. DeRoche and her husband LUDLOW, VT. Alexander J. and Laura (Borowska) Steven, and Alexandra Doleva; two Faith Christian Church, 582 Rockingham Rd. Ludlow Baptist Church, on the Green, 99 Main St. Doleva. He graduated from high grandchildren Victoria and Joseph Pastor Matt and Brenda Farkas welcome all to come and enjoy their Sunday school for all ages at 9:30 a.m. Music Ministry, coffee and school in West Conshocken and later DeRoche; sister-in-law Ruth Doleva; services. Sunday worship and praise starts at 10 a.m. with the Message at fellowship at 10:30 a.m. Worship service at 11 a.m. with nursery care graduated with a bachelor’s degree in and numerous nieces and nephews. 10:30 a.m. Children’s Church (3-7 years) at 10:30 a.m. Holy Spirit service provided. Evening Praise service is at 6:30 p.m. Prayer meetings and Bible engineering from Villanova Univer- He was predeceased by eight siblings: is on the first and third Sundays of the month at 6:30 p.m. Bible Study study are Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. For more information, go to www. sity. Alice, Mary, Stephanie, Sophie, Hel- takes place on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. at the Flat Iron Exchange in He served in the U.S. Navy during en, Josie, Stephan, and Paul. Bellows Falls. For more information, call 802-591-1350. World War II in the Pacific Theatre. A funeral mass was celebrated Frederick A. Hartmann On Dec. 1, 1956, he married Helen Monday, April 30, 2018 at St. Mary’s Christ’s Church, 24 Main Street, Saxtons River A. Cichonowicz at St. Mary’s Catho- Catholic Church in Springfield, Vt. On the first Sunday of every month, service begins at 10 a.m. and is WINHALL, Vt. - Frederick A. Marine Corp Association and the lic Church in Springfield, Vt. She Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s followed by a potluck luncheon. For more information, call 802-376-6178. Hartmann, a resident of Winhall, U.S.N.Y. Commandry. predeceased him on June 30, 2010. Cemetery in Springfield. All welcome. Vt. and beloved husband of Dorothy A member of the Winhall Zoning He was employed as a controls en- Contributions may be made to Esposito-Hartmann, passed away Board of Adjustment and past presi- gineer with the Foxboro Co., and lat- Old Colony Hospice, 321 Manley St, March 5, 2018 at the Albany Medical dent of the West River Trail at the er with Stone Webster Engineering. West Bridgewater, MA 02379. CHARLESTOWN, N.H. Center in New York. Depot Londonderry, he served his Charlestown Congregational Church, 71 Main Street He was born in Palisades Park, community well. Sunday service on starts at 10 a.m. All are welcome. For more information, N.J., the son of Frederick and Kath- As per his wishes, Fred will be in- Jean F. McWilliam, 1932 – 2018 leen Hartmann. Educated in New urned at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Jersey schools and graduated from Saratoga National Cemetery in Sara- GRAFTON, Vt. - Jean F. McWilliam, Kalevi J. Pajala, 1944 - 2018 Rider College in New Jersey, he went toga County, N.Y., in a family cer- 85, of Townshend Road died Wednes- on to serve his country in Vietnam emony. day, April 18, 2018, following a period ANDOVER, Vt. - Kalevi Jaakko as a U.S. Marine. He was promoted Memorial contributions may be of declining health. Jean was born in Pajala, 73, of Andover, Vt., died early to Captain and decorated with made in Fred’s memory to the Ma- Red Bank, N.J. on July 16, 1932, the peacefully Wednesday, April 25, a Bronze Star and a Joint Services rine Corps Scholarship Foundation, daughter of Carl and Mabel (Noyes) 2018 at the Jack Byrne Center for Commendation Medal. www.mcsf.org. Feldman and was raised in Summit, Palliative and Hospice Care in Leba- Fred later joined the family busi- Arrangements are under the direc- N.J. She was a graduate of Summit non, N.H. Born in Sievi, Finland, ness in industrial refrigeration and tion of the Mahar and Son Funeral High School and attended the Univer- Nov. 19, 1944 to parents Toivo Olavi real estate development in Union and Cremation Services, 385 Bon- sity of Vermont, earning a degree in Pajala and Mirjam Saily Pajala, he City, N.J. net St., Manchester Center, Vt. Guest home economics in 1954. arrived in the United States with An avid skier and reader of mili- book condolences may be made at She also met her future husband, his family in April 1957. He attend- tary history, he participated in the www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net. Edgar McWilliam, at UVM, whom ed schools in Andover and Ches- she married upon graduation. The ter, graduating from Chester High two settled in Grafton and formed a School in 1963. After graduation he Margaret Spaulding, 1920 – 2018 partnership with his parents to oper- attended Vermont Technical College ate the family dairy farm. Later that Jean F. McWilliam, 1932 – 2018. in Randolph, Vt. He graduated with SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Margaret ting and crocheting for the R.S.V.P. partnership continued as she became PHOTO PROVIDED a degree in electrical tech in 1965. Spaulding, 97, passed away Saturday, for many years. She crocheted scrub- one of the founding managers of the After graduation he enlisted in the Kalevi J. Pajala, 1944 - 2018. April 21, 2018 at Stoughton House bies for many years for Christmas Grafton Village Cheese Co. Jean also and Emily of Charlestown, N.H.; son U.S. Air Force and went to Lack- PHOTO PROVIDED in Windsor, Vt., surrounded by her craft sales and sold them to craft worked in bank customer service, re- Bruce McWilliam, wife Cathy, and land Air Force Base in Texas. After, loving family. She was born Sept. 5, stores as well. tiring from First Vermont Bank in Bel- children Shannon and Jenna of Ches- he attended jet engine mechanic be found watching the Formula One 1920 in Springfield, Vt., the daughter She is survived by two sons Keith lows Falls. She was active in the Con- ter; brother–in-law and sister-in-law school at Chanute AFB in Illinois. auto races. The Finnish drivers were of Charles D. and Clara A. (Bibens) C. Spaulding and his wife Nel- gregational Church in Grafton where John and Ann McWilliam of Hamil- After completing training, he was his obvious favorites. Heald. She attended Springfield lie of Sandown, N.H., and Carl H. she served many years as treasurer ton, Ohio; nieces, nephew, and many stationed at Craig AFB in Selma, “Stubborn Finn” described him to schools, graduating from Springfield Spaulding and his wife Judy of North and secretary. She was also a member grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Ala. where he worked on fighter air- a T. He learned carpentry skills from High School, and later graduated Springfield, Vt.; one daughter Celia of the Fire Department Ladies Auxil- Jean loved her family and was hap- craft and training jets. After the Air his father Toivo and was a great me- from beauty school in Keene, N.H. Taylor of Perkinsville, Vt.; one sister iary and the Women’s Club of Grafton piest when the clan was gathered to- Force, he returned to Vermont and chanic. He had a knack for keeping On Dec. 14, 1941, she mar- Marion Harlow of North Spring- and was involved with many com- gether. Jean’s family was blessed by her worked at Vermont Research Corp. vehicles on the road; sometimes well ried Henry W. Spaulding in North field, Vt.; six grandchildren and eight munity projects. Jean enjoyed travel, love and support through the years. in North Springfield for 24 years. He past their useful lives. Springfield, Vt. He predeceased her great-grandchildren; and nieces, particularly trips to the Maine coast. There will be a funeral service at 10 later worked at Macdermid Equip- He leaves behind many nieces, on May 4, 1998. nephews, and cousins. She enjoyed her many friends, was an a.m., Saturday, May 19 at the Graf- ment, also in Springfield. nephews, cousins, in-laws, and Before she was married she worked She was predeceased by her par- avid reader, enjoyed photography, and ton Church with burial to follow in While at Chester High School, he friends, and will be missed by all. He at hair salons in Claremont, N.H. Af- ents, her husband Henry, son-in-law Celtic music. Houghtonville Cemetery. There are distinguished himself as a gifted ath- is predeceased by his parents. He is ter she was married, she worked as a Fred Taylor, and daughter-in-law Jean is survived by her husband no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, the lete. He excelled in both soccer and survived by his wife of 23 years, Viv- hairdresser from her home, and also Deborah. of nearly 64 years Edgar McWilliam; family suggests donations to the Graf- baseball. His playing style, “movie ian Pajala of Andover; his sons Brad- as a reflexologist for many years in A memorial service was held daughter Gail McWilliam Jellie, hus- ton Church, PO Box 158, Grafton, VT star” looks, and the fact that nobody ley Pajala of Londonderry, Vt. and Vermont and in Florida. on Saturday, April 28 at the North band David, and children Michael 05146. could pronounce his name earned Gregory Pajala and his wife Journey She wintered in Florida for sev- Springfield Baptist Church. Rever- him the nickname “Killer.” Years lat- Pajala of Winooski, Vt.; stepsons Da- eral years, moving to Bradenton, Fla. end George Keeler officiated. Burial er, when someone would talk about vid Allen and Pam of Florida, Kevin full time in 1978, residing in Florida followed in the Pine Grove Cemetery him they would only know him as Allen and Gayle of North Carolina, for many years until she returned to in North Springfield, Vt. Mary G. Colbeth, 1918 – 2017 Killer and not Kal or Kalevi. and Matt Allen of Milton, Vt.; two Vermont in 2003. In lieu of flowers, contributions For many years, he was a ski in- grandsons Olavi and Jaakko whom She was a lifelong member of the may be made in her memory to the PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. – Mary G. Colbeth passed away Dec. 10, structor and later alpine skiing he adored; five step-granddaughters; North Springfield Baptist Church Springfield Humane Society, 401 2017. A graveside service will be held May 12, 2018 at 2 p.m. in the coach at Okemo Mountain in Lud- three step-grandsons; 4 step-great- as well as a member of the Windsor Skitchewaug Trail Springfield, VT Pleasant View Cemetery on High Street in Chester, Vt. A reception will low, Vt. During the summer, he grandchildren; three sisters Ritva County Home Dem Club. or to the North Springfield Baptist immediately follow. played softball in the Green Moun- Burton and husband Bill of Spring- She enjoyed knitting, sewing, cro- Church, P.O. Box 23, North Spring- tain Softball league and played men’s field, Vt., Ulla and Kenny Cook of cheting, and beadwork. She did knit- field, VT 05150. league soccer with his sons on the Ludlow, Vt., and Lisa Lemmer and Chester town team. An experienced her husband John of Barnard, Vt.; outdoorsman, he rarely missed an and his aunt Irja Tofferri whose ad- GREATER FALLS opening day of trout season, and dress is “travelling.” every fall he would be in the woods Funeral services will be held at the INSURANCE serving VT and NH since 1996 hunting deer in Vermont and Maine. Andover Community Church Sat- On at least one occasion, he bagged urday, May 5 at 2 p.m. A reception a buck on his birthday. Kalevi was will follow in the back of the church. an avid sports fan and rooted for all In lieu of flowers, donations can be teams from New England. Some- made to the Andover Project Com- Home • Auto • Farm • Business • Motorcycle • Recreational Vehicles times he had to be reminded that the mittee, 953 Weston Andover Rd., players and refs on the TV could not Andover, VT 05143. 7190 US Route 5 • Westminster, Vermont 05158 hear him coaching from the couch. 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here and fans who have migrated here while cheering for other teams. But the have a way of wearing on the people around him. He is at a point in his overwhelming majority are New England sports fans. career that many of his most devoted disciples are openly questioning his This time of year really makes my head hurt. Monday night, three New approach and decision-making. It frightens me that the ending may not be England teams were in action all at the same time. If you are one of those fans what it should be. who craves, smells, and consumes every sport, what do you do? You obvi- By the way, be observant of shirts, hats, etc. worn by area football fans. If ously, either prioritize, or, you flip your remote so many times, your batteries you keep track, correspond with me at [email protected] to have to be replaced. weigh in with your numbers. Oh, what it would be like to be young again! This is the truth. There were Although football now rules the popularity meter locally, for most of my days of heavy sports action, especially in the spring and the fall, that I would life the Red Sox were clearly the number one choice for sports enthusiasts. situate myself in a hallway at my house, so I could catch our two televisions The Red Sox are right up there - football and baseball are eons ahead of and watch two games, and then have two radios beside me to bring in two basketball and hockey in popularity - but football marketed itself better more. and moved to the top. The most important and satisfying part of that experience of my youth was Those of you choosing not to root for area teams have lost out lately. The BY BILL MURPHY that I could keep track of all four games and could ace any quiz you threw my New England area has won hands down more professional sports titles The Vermont Journal & The Shopper way. Keeping track of two games at the same time today can challenge me. than any part of the country since the turn of the century. Certainly, don’t give me a quiz. There are several cities that have more than one sports team in a particu- Boy, back then those were the days. lar sport and thus more chances to win, but there is no location that sees The Vermont Journal and The Shopper’s coverage area includesfive high Strangely, I’ve found, football has the most unique rooting interests in these more playoff teams on a regular basis than New England. During the last schools. Alphabetically, they are Bellows Falls, Black River, Fall Mountain, parts. More fans of other teams are prone to wear their colors in public than two cycles, New England has been represented in the post season by every Green Mountain, and Springfield, and they all have their supporters. In any other sport. This is true in our five high schools and throughout New sport, two years running. Wow! general, if one lives in an area, they root for that team. England. Look at how things stand today, the Red Sox have the absolute best re- There are, at times, oddities, which camouflage one’s rooting interests Area rooters are clearly worthy of calling this Patriot country, but I really cord in baseball and both the Celtics and the Bruins have a chance to ad- though. The most prevalent examples would be a person who grows up think when it comes to a breakdown, football has more non-Patriot fans who vance to their Eastern Conference Finals. in one town and moves nearby or a person who grows up elsewhere and, grew up here than any other professional sport. One of the reasons for that So readers, cheer on your teams, and in addition, find out a way to fit although they live in one of our communities, chose never to jump on any is, there are probably more professional football fans among the local ranks in a sports event or two at your area high school. The weather right now bandwagon. than any other sport. has warmed up, giving you a chance to take in some action and enjoy the In short, local interests are usually cut and dry. A couple of more things about area Patriot fans. About 75 percent of them outdoors air. When it comes time for area fans to support professional and college are really intense. And well more than half of that 75 percent are Patriot- sports, the majority forges together and gives their loyalty to their closest blind. Whatever their team does is right, even if it is cheating. I am a Patriot Feel free to write me with comments, questions, or story ideas about teams. Obviously, there are more Bruins, Celtics, Patriots and Red Sox fans fan, but there are areas of their approach, which make me uncomfortable. In this column or anything that appears on the sports page. Contact me at than anything else around here. Each of those sports has fans who grew up my mind, Bill Belichick is clearly the greatest coach of all time, but his ways [email protected].

Bellows Falls comes in first and second in the annual weight relays

BY BILL MURPHY competitive of the day. field 22, Windsor 10, Fall Mountain Newport 7, Green Mountain 4, and cancelled as a result. just kidding.” The Vermont Journal & The Shopper Both Bellows Falls squads, as is the 9, Green Mountain 8, and Hartford 6. Fall Mountain 3-and-a-half rounding Bellows Falls track coach, Tim Eno also said the poor spring weath- case almost each spring, should be For the Fall Mountain boys – and out the field. Eno, took advantage of the interrup- er has held back his team’s training BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - Bellows in the thick of things come June 4, girls – their best team event was the Bellows Falls had three individual tion by lightening up the day with a regimen. “I’m not real aggressive with Falls hosted and then boasted about when the Vermont Division III State high jump where they scored eight of performers tie for first place in the public address announcement, which the workouts until the weather warms the 2018 Howard-Weiser Weight Re- Track Meet is held at Green Moun- their nine points. pole vault, along with Hartford’s Il- brought a roar of laughter. Eno let the up. It is all about peaking on June 4 lays held last week at Bellows Falls’ tain Union High School. Following Hartford was much stronger in eana Sivois. A four-way tie was cre- crowd know the boys’ competition for the state meet.” Hadley Field. The Terrier boys cap- behind the Terrier boys was Lebanon the girls’ competition where their 56 ated when the competition was forced would have to be scratched, but he There was no pause ftera this state- tured the competition, and their fe- High School. The hosts collected 48 points led the way compared to the to stop because a competitor knocked quickly added Bellows Falls would be ment this time. He’s not kidding. Ev- male counterparts placed second to points to Lebanon’s 36. Newport fin- Terrier girls’ 50. Lebanon collected the standard off its stand. Points were awarded the 10 points for winning the erything is set to peak at the end of a strong Hartford High School team. ished third with a strong 32 points, 35-and-a-half points in third place awarded as a result of competition to event that would not be held. Follow- the season. Just in time for the medals The girls’ weight event was the most followed by Brattleboro 23, Spring- with Thetford 33, Brattleboro 28, date. The boys’ pole vault had to be ing a short pause, Eno added, “Ha ha, to be passed out.

Tim Hakimoglu competing in the high jump. Clara Monterano competing in the javelin event. Isabelle Lord in the high jump. Mason Olney competing in the high jump. PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE

Chase Ordway-Smith gave his all. Brenda LaDuc competing in the shot put. Reilly Lessard contributing his part to his team’s high jump score. Maizy White concludes her long jump. PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE

Unified basketball team celebrates senior night and the playoffs SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Spring- ers and posters to each of them. Fel- play at the Cosmos Dressler gym Colone came out on top with four With Evan Halls focus, he was able game. A huge thank you to all our field Cosmos unified basketball team low students created each poster and with a 21- 20 win in overtime against points in the first quarter and four to shoot a three-pointer, which then fans. had much to celebrate recently. In decorated it with their name, player Leland & Gray. It was a team effort points in the third quarter, which gave resulted in a Cosmo victory. Glidden On Thursday, May 3, the Cosmos their last regular season home game, number, qualities, and senior photo. from the players on the court. Veter- him a total of eight points with seven scored two points and grabbed seven travel to Brattleboro for their second the team honored their senior mem- In their last home game, the play- an Lance Robinson contributed four rebounds. Luke Machado scored two rebounds along with Evan Hall’s five playoff game. bers. Now, with five wins to round ers responded and worked as a team points and nine rebounds. Cameron points in the second quarter. Falisha points and six rebounds. out their season, they are headed to with strong rebounds, Maly’s power under The team has worked hard all sea- Submitted by Margaret Gultekin, the playoffs. passing, looking for the the basket landed her son, and we’re ready for the next Springfield High School. Senior night open man, and numerous six rebounds. Paul Senior night turned into a success assists. Paul Dana led the Dana contributed for the Cosmos Unified Basketball evening with four assists four assists to help the team as they brought the season’s along with veteran play- Cosmos to victory. record to a 5 to 2 end. The Cosmos ers Cameron Colon, Alex At the buzzer, the brought in their fifth win with a 38- Damato, Falisha Maly, score was 16 -16 giv- 30 victory over the Rutland Raiders. and Natalie Corliss to ing the Cosmos more Also that evening, tradition contin- manage the team in set- time for their win. ued for the Springfield Cosmos as ting up plays so all could Within the four-min- each senior was recognized at the last score. ute overtime Leland home game for them. Natalie Corliss, A huge thank you to & Gray scores the first Cameron Colon, and Lance Robin- Mackenzie Godin for two points. In return son are three-year unified basketball leading the night with Glidden managed veterans. Since the sport’s inception the National Anthem to score from inside here in Springfield, Vt. in the 2015-16 and having the team sing the paint, which then school year Cam, Lance, and Natalie along. brought the score to have shined as players and mentors The playoffs 18-18. Leland scored for their teammates. Coach Gultekin It was a tough battle in In their last home game, the Cosmos recognized their seniors, Lance another basket to and Coach Pestana awarded flow- the 32 minutes of game Robinson, Cameron Colon, and Natalie Corliss. tie the game 20-20. The Cosmos won their first playoff game in overtime against Leland & Gray. PHOTO PROVIDED PHOTO PROVIDED 2B | May 02, 2018 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper arts & entertainment Glass artist, ceramicist on VSO musicians to perform in display at Main Street Arts area schools REGION - The Vermont Sym- Bonnie Klimowski. SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. – Works phony Orchestra’s “Raising Cane” They also bring by glass artist Randi Solin and ce- woodwind trio will present per- “Godzilla,” the bass ramicist Natalie Blake are on display formances at three Windham fiddle, with them! in the Main Street Arts gallery. An County schools May 14: Saxtons Their dynamic opening reception will be held Mon- River Elementary at 9:30 a.m., performances are day, May 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Anthens-Grafton Joint Central designed to intro- Randi Solin describes her one-of- School at 11 a.m., and Central El- duce children to a-kind art glass as “a juxtaposition ementary in Rockingham at 1:30 the most important of weighted organic form and sharp p.m. members of the polished edges. I approach glass like “Raising Cane” is always a big symphony orches- a painter to a canvas or a weaver us- hit in schools. Oboist Ann Green- tra and to make ing thread to create an intricate tap- awalt, clarinetist Steve Klimowski, some of the key e s t r y.” and bassoonist Janet Polk are all concepts in classi- After graduating from the New excellent performers with years of cal music making York College of Ceramics of Alfred experience turning kids on to clas- come alive. Long- University with a major in glass, So- sical music. Their show focuses on time members of lin first established Solinglass Studio the unique sounds of the three the VSO, the per- in California in 1995 before relocat- reed instruments, making the formers are funny, ing to Brattleboro in 1998, where she analogy that musical timbres are friendly, interactive Raising Cane. maintains a studio on West River the composer’s palette of colors. - and wonderful PHOTO PROVIDED Road. Her work is in the permanent Catherine Cadieux admires the work of Randi Solin and Natalie Blake on Students are engaged in participa- musicians. display at Main Street Arts. collections of the White House and PHOTO PROVIDED tory exercises designed to famil- These performances are part of the musical ambassadors spread the U.S. Embassies in Algeria, Guinea, iarize them with these ambassa- the Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s word that classical music can be fun! Praia, Mauritania and Benin in Af- creates handmade ceramic tiles and ancient as well as contemporary dors from the woodwind family statewide SymphonyKids education The Vermont Symphony Orchestra rica, Guatemala, and Paraguay. It has vessels, each individually carved, fe e l .” and sharpen their listening skills. program, which reached over 22,000 is the only professional statewide or- been seen in solo and group shows in glazed and high-fired. Blake has expanded her inven- On May 17, the Vermont Sym- schoolchildren last year with 257 chestra providing live musical expe- fine art glass galleries and museums She began her professional career tive line of vessels while also de- phony Orchestra’s “Fiddlesticks!” presentations serving 139 schools in riences for listeners in Vermont. It is nationwide and is currently in many in 1994 in southern Vermont but veloping a unique line of sculp- string trio will present a perfor- 111 different towns. The VSO’s trav- a state-supported nonprofit institu- private collections and more than 45 quickly gained exposure through art tural wall art tile. mance at the Elm Hill School in eling ensembles visit all corners of tion founded in 1935 and exists for art galleries. shows such as the Smithsonian Craft The MSA Gallery will be open Springfield at 9:45 a.m. This per- the state as part of an outreach pro- the purpose of fostering and encour- Active among glass artists, Solin Show and the American Craft Expo- during regular business hours and formance is made possible by the gram known as the Lois H. McClure aging the appreciation of music in is vice president of the board of the sition. In 2002, Ornament magazine before performances and events. Upper Valley Friends of the VSO. “Musicians-in-the-Schools” pro- all its various forms, with emphasis Vermont Glass Guild. described her work as an “extraordi- Further information is available Members of “Fiddlesticks” are gram. These lively concerts are met on orchestral, choral, and chamber With her studio in the same build- nary collection of pottery consisting by contacting MSA at 802-869- David Gusakov, Hilary Hatch, and with overwhelming enthusiasm, as music. ing as Solin in a collaboration known of brilliant blue green glaze and fine 2960, [email protected], or as Fire Arts Vermont, Natalie Blake detailed carving… Each piece has an online at www.mainstreetarts.org. Bonnie’s Bundles The Long River, water inspired art BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Canal its current location. tasty treats and refreshments. donates two Sushi Street Art Gallery is pleased to pres- The show includes artworks in In addition, the gallery is host- ent “The Long River,” an exhibition photography, watercolor, mono- ing a Wet Paint Party during Third of art inspired by moving water. type print, oil, acrylic, and drawing Friday, May 18 from 4-8 p.m. Join dolls The exhibit features artists work- by artists Clare Adams, Spaulding us for this fun and exciting event ing in a diverse range of mediums Dunbar, Marcie Maynard, Charles when the artists add new art- CHESTER, Vt. - Bonnie Wat- Our granddaughter is one of ten and styles brought together by their Norris-Brown, MC Noyes, Gil Perry, work to the show and live music ters, Vermont doll artist, has cre- young people selected to go to Japan common inspiration drawn from Micah Schatz, and Alyssa Schmidt. is played, making for a changing ated two Sushi dolls, each valued in July for two weeks. the power of water. Canal Street The public is invited to attend the and evolving exhibit for all to be at $300. One will be raffled in You can buy tickets at our doll shop Art Gallery presents this artwork opening reception for the exhibit a part of. Chester and the other for a silent and gallery on North Street in Ches- to honor the river, falls, and canal, Friday, May 4, from 4-8 p.m. for an Canal Street Art Gallery is lo- auction item in Randolph, Vt. All ter. There is more information on our which have attracted creative peo- opportunity to meet the artists, ap- cated at 23 Canal Street in the his- funds raised will benefit the Shi- website, www.bonniesbundlesdolls. ples to this place and the gallery to preciate their work, and enjoy some toric downtown of Bellows Falls, zukuishi Randolph Union Middle com/events. The drawing will be held Sushi doll. Vt. The gallery is open Wednesday School student cultural exchange. June 7. 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LONDONDERRY, Vt. - A few suddenly killed al Music in the Meadow fundrais- to the Komen Race for the Cure who donate their time and talent. years back, the Friends of the West and that sends ing concert for the Vermont-New to hopefully find a cure for breast Also returning will be the horse- River Trail presented a two-part se- Donat from Hampshire Susan G. Komen Race cancer. There are no deductions shoe tournament. As always, food ries of presentations on that mas- London to the for the Cure will be held Saturday, taken out for expenses. All proceeds and beverages will be available for ter of mystery, Alfred Hitchcock. A Highlands of June 30, 2018 at the Motel in the raised at this event go to Race for purchase. speaker from the Vermont Humani- Scotland to un- Meadow, Route 11 West, Chester, the Cure. We are always looking for vol- ties Council gave a lecture on his ca- ravel the mys- Vt. Event times will be 12-8 p.m. Back for 2018 will be the very unteers to join us in our efforts to reer and films and had a screening of teries that have with the gates opening at 11:30 popular raffle, silent auction, and as put these concerts on. Anyone in- “The Trouble With Harry,” a Hitch- cast him as a a.m. Mark your calendars now! always, entertainment performed by terested in becoming a volunteer, cock film notable for having been murderer and We are hoping to surpass the local musicians, including but not please contact us at Motel in the filmed in Vermont and having been put his country highest record for donations of limited to: Green Mt. Express, Ben Meadow, 802-875-2626 or at musi- largely a comedy. in jeopardy. $9,730, which takes the grand Fuller, Heartfire, Brendon Thomas, [email protected]. We On Tuesday, May 15 at 7 p.m., the Alfred Hitch- total raised in 15 years to nearly Totally Submerged, The Imperfec- hope to see you there! Friends will present another Hitch- cock made this cock underexposed classic at the film in 1935 in South Londonderry Depot, “The 39 black and white Steps.” Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and while still Alfred Hitchcock, Master of Mystery. Calling all local artists PHOTO PROVIDED and light refreshments will be served. living in Britain. As in many other Hitchcock films Although he SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - You are in- wired for hanging and acceptable for - think of “Rear Window,” “The Man filmed “The 39 Steps” over 80 years ponents. vited to show your work at Gallery viewing by all ages. You can bring in Who Knew Too Much,” and “North ago, British film critics still consider This is a community event at the VAULT in our Open Wall two works if they are 18 inches by 20 by Northwest” - an “everyman” be- it one of the finest films their country hosted by the Friends of the West Show. This is a chance to display inches or smaller, or one if it is larger. comes swept up in events beyond his has ever produced. It’s exposure here River Trail. There is no admission your work in a non-juried show. Sculpture, jewelry, pottery, and fiber control and must fight to preserve his in the U.S. has been modest. charge. Voluntary contributions to There is no fee. The theme for our art are welcome along with the paint- life, clear his name and, in this case, This presentation will be the first assist with the upkeep of the depot next show is “Cycles of Life.” ings and photos. The time to bring protect his country from pre-World to employ a new audio-visual system and the enhancement of newly ac- This is a great opportunity for them in is Thursday, May 3 from 5 to War II Germany. Robert Donat and that the Friends have acquired, with quired property at the site of the artists who would like to get their 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 4 from 11 a.m. Madeleine Carroll star. thanks to the Thrifty Attic for a sub- South Londonderry trailhead will work out there for the first time as to 5 p.m., and Saturday, May 5 from As with “Psycho,” a female charac- stantial grant and Toby Fitch of South be appreciated. Please come and well as for seasoned artists. Please 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The show will run ter introduced early in the film whom Londonderry for his technical advice enjoy! bring work that is framed and from May 9 to July 26. Display your work at the VAULT. we expect to be female protagonist is in selecting and assembling the com- If you have not had a chance to see PHOTO PROVIDED the “Time for Renewal” show, it is not too late. It is a lovely show that Street, Springfield. We are open 11 will give you smiles and reflection. a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sat- SCP 98th season auditions Enjoy. urday. Contact 802-885-7111, gal- SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - The Spring- back at Springfield High - Go Chip- For more information, please [email protected], or visit our field Community Players are looking munks! - to throw a retirement party call Gallery at the VAULT, 68 Main website www.galleryvault.org. for local talent to come out and join for their favorite homeroom teacher. the team this season as they cast for As the girls sing their way through the their famed shows! This year the play- greatest girl-group hits of the ‘60s and ers will feature the following shows: bid Ms. McPherson a fond farewell, “Lend Me A Tenor,” “The Boys Next one of the Wonderettes reveals she’ll Door,” and “The Marvelous Wonder- also be saying goodbye to search for ettes: Dream On.” In an effort to at- success and happiness on her own. A global social enterprise committed to fighting poverty tract as many people as possible, the Act two finds the girls back together through the collection & distribution of shoes and clothing. players will be hosting group audi- as the class of 1958 celebrates their tions May 20 at 2 p.m. and May 21 at 20-year reunion. The classic pop and 7 p.m. rock hits of the ‘70s provide the per- Donate your old or gently used shoes at “Lend Me A Tenor,” a comedy by fect soundtrack for these old friends Ken Ludwig, takes place in a hotel to catch up on the places life has led our shoe drive during the month of May! suite in 1934 Cleveland. On a very im- them. portant night for the Cleveland Grand The cast of “The Marvelous Won- Opera Company, Tito Mirelli, the derettes: Dream On” requires four Dance Party recital world-famous Italian tenor, is set to women, in their 20s to 30s. Those au- sing the starring role in Otello. Henry ditioning should prepare a song and SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Dennis Pine (at the piano) and fellow students and Saunders, the general manager of the bring their sheet music with them for friends rehearse his arrangement of a popular Grand Old Opry favorite company, is frantic that everything the accompanist. as they prepare for their recital on Sunday, May 6, at 3 p.m. at the North Your gently used shoes that you no longer want can help impoverished turns out right. He insists that his as- Auditions will be held at the Play- Springfield Baptist Church. This year’s recital, “Dance Party,” will feature sistant, Max, a nervous young man ers Studio on 165 South Street Spring- dances from around the world. Admission is free, and the public is invited. areas in the United States and in developing Countries. Please donate and tenor wannabe, watch over Tito’s field, Vt. For further questions, contact There will be a reception following the performance and all are welcome. shoes at our office on Main Street in Ludlow. Check out: soles4souls.org every move to insure smooth sailing. the Springfield Community Players at From left to right: Donna Grant, snare; Rob MacKenzie, clarinet; Karen After huge fight with his fiery Italian the studio at 802-885-4098 or by email Engdahl, violin; and Tom Mintun, bass. For more information, contact 126 Main Street, Ludlow, Vermont wife, Maria, a series of mishaps leaves springfieldcommunityplayers@gmail. Karen Engdahl at 802-885-1216. okemo-woodstock.evusa.com 802-975-0338 Tito comatose. Max is left to save the com. PHOTO BY ROGER PAYNE Okemo-Woodstock entire production of Otello. He navi- gates the company through one disas- ter after another and with Saunders’ COMPLETE help ends the show in grand, farcical fashion. 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Lack of positive iden- Don’t hide so well that you im- winter this has been! But spring is bloom, and set seed before larger even a hand lens and wildflower ing safely during turkey season tification could result in shooting pair your field of vision. finally here. One way to celebrate overhead trees have fully leafed out. book to aid in identification. Par- is easy if you follow tips issued an illegal bird, or worse, another Wrap your turkey in blaze orange is by finding the physical signs that Every year Pinnacle’s knowledgeable ticipants should meet at West- by the Vermont Fish & Wildlife hunter. Be sure to have a good for the hike back to your vehicle. confirm it. Therefore, Sunday, May hike leaders scout potential proper- minster West Church, 44 Church Department. Vermont’s regu- backstop any time you shoot a fire- Always sit with your back against 6, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Libby ties to locate the most evident variet- Street, to carpool to the mystery lar spring turkey season is May arm or bow. a tree trunk, big log, or a boulder Mills and Sarah Waldo will lead a ies of seasonal beauties on display on site. Registration is required by 1-31. Never stalk a gobbling turkey. that is wider than your body. This favorite program for the Windmill the chosen program weekend. The contacting Sarah Waldo at 802- With the opening of spring Your chances of getting close are protects you from being acciden- Hill Pinnacle Association: the an- early hour should catch plants look- 387-6036 or sarah_waldo@hot- turkey hunting season, the Ver- poor, and you may be sneaking up tally struck by pellets fired from nual off-trail forest stroll to discover ing eastward for the morning sun. mail.com. mont Fish & Wildlife Depart- on another hunter. behind you. ephemeral spring wildflowers. These Wildflower enthusiasts are urged Visit www.windmillhillpin- ment urges hunters to consider Avoid red, white, blue, and black Place decoys on the far side of a seemingly delicate flowers are hardi- to wear waterproof shoes and bring nacle.org for more information these safety tips: in clothing and equipment. A tom tree trunk or a rock. This prevents about other upcoming free Pinna- Never shoot unless you’re turkey’s head has similar colors. you from being directly in the line cle Association programs and di- absolutely sure of your target Stick with hen calls. A gobbler of fire should another hunter mis- rections to the Westminster West and what is beyond it. Look for call might draw in other hunters. takenly shoot at your decoy. Church. Or visit www.facebook. a beard, as only turkeys with Avoid unnecessary movement. Wear hunter orange while mov- com/windmillhillpinnacle/ for the beards are legal during the This alerts turkeys and attracts ing from set-up to set-up. Take it latest updates. spring season. If you’re not sure, hunters. off when you are in position. Fun spring fishing events MONTPELIER, Vt. – Fishing is a ing skills and techniques, the impor- inch stocked trout for the pro- great way to enjoy the outdoors with tance of good aquatic habitat, fish- gram. friends and family. Many anglers re- ing ethics, and fishing regulations. A complete list of the chil- member their first fishing experience Clinics are always free and open to dren’s fishing events, which is with a parent or mentor who taught all ages. updated periodically, is avail- them the basics and gave them the Vermont Fish and Wildlife also has able at www.vtfishandwildlife. opportunity to catch fish. That op- a Children’s Fishing program, which com/fishing-clinics. portunity is now being replicated provides kids the opportunity for a If you’d like to find out more across Vermont through several pro- fun and successful fishing experi- about fishing opportunities in grams that are specifically designed ence at locally organized events. Or- Vermont, or want to purchase a to teach beginners how to fish. ganizers of these events often include fishing license, visit www.vtfis- One of the most popular programs charitable, community or nonprofit handwildlife.com. Fishing derby is Let’s Go Fishing, administered groups such as fire departments, fish If you would like to find LGF by Vermont Fish and Wildlife. It is and game clubs, Rotary and Lions clinics in your area or have LUDLOW, Vt. – On May 12, the Black River Rod & Gun club will host their a network of certified volunteer in- clubs, town recreation committees, questions about LGF, you can Free fishing events being held throughout annual fishing derby for kids 12 and under. Registration starts at 8:30 structors who encourage and teach 4-H clubs, and scouts groups among email letsgofishing@vermont. the state for first time anglers, a great way a.m. and the derby begins at 9 a.m. on Cooks Pond. Hot dogs, hamburg- Vermonters of all ages and abilities others. The Vermont Fish and Wild- gov or call Corey Hart at 802- to learn basic skills to get started in angling. ers, doughnuts, and beverages will be available. Prizes will be given to how to fish. Instructors teach fish- life Department provides 8-to-10- 505-5562. PHOTO BY DAVID HALL boys and girls in three different age groups for biggest fish, longest fish, and most fish caught. This event is free and sponsored by Black River Rod & Gun Club. PHOTO PROVIDED Vermont walleye fishing season opens May 5 REGION – The Vermont walleye eye season,” said Chet MacKenzie, rivers and Otter Creek. Salem Lake low perch population and provide fishing season will open on Satur- fisheries biologist with Vermont and Island Pond also have walleye anglers with an opportunity to har- Bellows Falls Country Club day, May 5, marking the return of Fish & Wildlife. populations. vest a trophy walleye. The minimum Small Package, Big Time Golf, Great Value, some of the best walleye fishing in Vermont has excellent spring A trio of additional waters – Lake length is 22 inches, the daily limit is Player Friendly Environment, and Great Hospitality Since 1923 New England. walleye fishing opportunities in sev- Carmi, Chittenden Reservoir, and two, and the season is open June 1 Home of the 9 and Dine Restaurant “We saw some really nice, trophy- eral lakes and rivers across the state. the Connecticut River, also offer through March 15. Offering Great Food & Service at an Affordable Price size walleye during our recent sur- Such opportunities include Lake quality walleye fishing but are sub- Connecticut River walleye fishing vey work, which certainly brightens Champlain and its tributaries – the ject to specific regulations. rules are set by New Hampshire. No OUR 2018 MEMBERSHIP RATES: the outlook for the upcoming wall- Missisquoi, Lamoille, and Winooski In all waters of Vermont except walleye between 16 and 18 inches Single Adult Member (over 24) - $550 plus tax Lake Carmi, Chittenden Reservoir, may be kept and the daily limit is Young Adult Member (19 - 23) - $195 plus tax and the Connecticut River, walleye four fish, of which only one may be Junior (Younger than 18 at sign up) - $50 plus tax eGrasse have an 18-inch minimum length longer than 18 inches. D Celebrating requirement and three-fish daily As a reminder to anglers, there is Join, play or visit BFCC in 2018. oncrete limit. The open season is from Sat- no open season on sauger, a close Experience a great round of golf with our new fleet of 2018 Club Cars, C 30 Years! urday, May 5 to March 15, 2019. cousin to the walleye. 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The Anglers are encouraged to read (802) 463-9809 | www.bellowsfallscountryclub.com | Like us on Facebook Office: 802-228-8466 • Cell: 802-356-5329 daily limit is five walleye, but only about current fishing regulations in one may be over 19 inches long. the “2018 Vermont Fishing Guide & The season is open May 6 through Regulations” available free from any March 15. Vermont license agent. Chittenden Reservoir has spe- To purchase a fishing license or 802.583.6725 sugarbush.com #liveSUGARBUSH cial walleye regulations in order learn more about fishing in Ver- to produce large walleye that can mont, visit www.vtfishandwildlife. help control its over-abundant yel- com.

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Contact AMP Timber (05/15) vember - April. Full time Monday Harvesting, Inc. Call 802-874-7260 - Friday for remainder of year. Holi- day, vacation, retirement and health In the hills above Walpole and Alstead, N.H., sits 58 gorgeously tended acres with winding office or 802-254-0680. (05/08) benefits offered. Call 802-228-4934 trails meandering through carefully cultivated gardens, wetlands, bogs, forests, and fields, all HELP WANTED for an application. (05/15) designed to inspire children and adults to appreciate the interconnectivity between our natural BUILDING habitats and wildlife. Welcome to Distant Hills Gardens and Nature Trail, home of Kathy and MATERIALS FOR RENT GRAFTON, Vt. – Wilson and Law- ANDOVER, Vt. – The Countryside Michael Nerrie since 1979. What began as a hobby to cultivate their sprawling property with rence Inc. is now hiring help for the Caretaker is now taking applications ornamental gardens and showcase its natural features has transformed into an inspirational trail REGION – Rough sawn lumber for BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Two bedroom summer tennis court reconditioning for full- and part-time help. Duties network and natural play land to share with visitors. include lawn care, landscaping, and The gardens trail network snakes through the property, leading to many different habitats property maintenance. Must be 18. where native plants and wildlife species thrive together. A three-acre milkweed meadow is home 802-875-2706 or bgwill@vermontel. to a burgeoning monarch butterfly population. Vernal pools, swamps, forest seeps, and other pet of the week net (05/08) wetland areas support native ferns, fungi, herbs, and wildflowers and are teaming with many CHESTER, Vt. – Homecare provider different frog and salamander species. A boardwalk crosses a fascinating floating cranberry needed for an amazing, fun, social bog. Artistic metal sculptures are located throughout the property along the trails adding interest Hi! My name’s Mouth, and I’m a 2-year-old man in his early 30s with a TBI. Must and beauty. In addition, an eight-acre sugar bush produces maple syrup and a small Christmas neutered male that came to Lucy Mackenzie as have an open bedroom, ability to help tree plantation area supplies trees for family and neighbors. with home chores, meal prep, trans- a stray. I’m so happy I did, too, because I love A highlight of the property is a stone circle that was built in 2012 by Michael Nerrie. These portation, some personal care, and being around people. Lots has happened since large stones are set in alignment with the coordinates of the winter solstice and surround a fire medication oversight. Active renters I’ve been here. I’ve been neutered, vaccinated, pit and seating. or homeowner’s insurance is required. and tested for lots of things, including feline im- A newer addition to the property is the Distant Hill Nature Trail, a mile-long network of wheel- Must pass background checks and munodeficiency virus (FIV). It’s a good thing, too, chair and stroller accessible gravel trails, accessible via a nearby trailhead. Discover a nature have a valid license. Prior experience because it turns out that I have it. helpful but not required. Generous play area called White-Rock Woods, an outdoor space made of natural components such as You’d never know, though, because I’m so tax-free pay stipend. Please email bark, logs, plants, earth, rocks, and trees for kids to interact with. healthy otherwise! FIV-positive cats can live as resume to [email protected]. The property continues to evolve each year. According to the Nerries, the goal is to have long and healthy a life as non-infected cats, and (05/22) visitors to Distant Hill leave with a better understanding of the vital connections between plants, we have the same needs as any other cat. To err animals, and humans, and how we on the side of caution, I should either be an only- can use Earth’s resources in a way cat, or I can live with another FIV-positive cat. I that strengthens and sustains those SAVE ON WOOD should also always be kept indoors. No more connections. roaming outside for this guy! Distant Hill Gardens is only open to BOILERS That’s OK, because I’d much rather be close to the public on select weekends - the my people. I’m really affectionate, really playful NEW HAMPSHIRE RESIDENTS save first and third Saturday and Sunday and really sweet. 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For details, with a great group of adults 11 a.m. Play Group at Saxtons marketing using Constant for a walking tour with In this class you will learn all GRAFTON, Vt. –The Bird Diva contact 802-875-2868, eaton. in our masters swim group at River Elementary School. Come Contact. This workshop is free a mushroom forager on about cooking with herbs. will take us on a “slow birding” [email protected] or www. the Edgar May Center. The on over for crafts, activities and to but registration is appreciated, Saturday, May 19 from After a lively discussion, we adventure through the forests buddhafulyoga.com. TFN group meets on Mondays at play! Call 802-376-6204. TFN as space is limited. To register 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to will head to the kitchen to and fields of a private property 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Edgar a.m. The group is comprised for this workshop visit www. learn about foraging safety make delicious dishes using in Grafton on Saturday, June WEDNESDAYS - events.r20.constantcontact. May Open Play Group of a wide range of abilities for medicinal and edible a variety of herbs including 9 from 7:30 – 10 a.m. Learn BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - The com/register/eventReg?oeidk= 10-11:30 a.m. at Studio including new swimmers. Call mushrooms. Your mycological Vichyssoise, Shrimp in Herbed how to look with and without Bellows Falls Area Senior a07eexjdzzz263ed6ac&oseq= Momentum, 71 Main St. An 802-885-2568 or visit www. guide, Ari Rockland-Miller, Oil, Asparagus with either binoculars, map what you’re Center Knit and Stitch group &c=&ch= active playtime specifically myreccenter.org. TFN will begin with a colorful Pistachio-orange-basil sauce hearing and seeing, and meets Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and informative presentation or Mixed Herbal Green Sauce, take field notes which will designed for children aged They can help you finish a SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Youth swim SATURDAY, MAY 19 - introducing foraging safety, Pasta with either Arugula improve identification and 6 months through 5 years! project, repair an item and lessons are offered on Saturday ALSTEAD, N.H. - Charles strategy, and ethics. After and Basil Pesto or Mint Pesto, awareness skills. Participants Free to member families. even take on special projects. and Sunday mornings and Andros, former New this indoor talk, the group Carrots with Dill, Capers and are encouraged to dress for the Call 802-885-2568 or info@ The group is happy to donate Tuesday afternoons. Current Creme Fraiche, Spring Salad weather, to bring a notebook, myreccenter.org. TFN “Knitted Knockers” to breast classes available including with Edible Flowers and Herbs, water, and a comfortable, cancer survivors, stop by WINDSOR, Vt. - Play Group our Parent and Toddler class Cherry Thyme Clafoutis and portable chair or pad to Tom Call Excavation Now Hiring and ask for Betty for more 9:30 - 11 a.m. Come and in our warm water therapy Fruit Basil Galette. Class size is sit on. This birding walk is information. Call: 802-463- enjoy an open gym, ball pool as well as levels 1, 2, Experienced Construction Laborers & limited so get your tickets early. a unique opportunity and 3907. TFN games and sometimes even a and 3. Our adult swim lessons The classes are held at Next complements the Bird Diva’s Equipment Operators bounce house! Call Windsor are on Thursday mornings Stage’s recently completely talk on Friday, June 8 at the BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - Play Recreation Center 802-674- and feature three levels: Pay depends on experience. Must have a valid drivers renovated state-of-the art NewsBank Conference Center. Group at First Baptist Church 6783. TFN Stroke Development, Stroke commercial kitchen. Let us Separate registration for the of Bellows Falls/Rockingham license. Some travel required. Improvement, and Stroke know if you have any dietary field session is required. For Recreation Center. 9:30 a.m. Email job history to [email protected] LUDLOW, Vt. – Okemo Valley Refinement. We also offer a restrictions or allergies. The more information, visit www. -11 a.m. Come join the fun! TV offers “Train the Trainers” special class, Swimming for the classes will dine together and nature-museum.org, or call Healthy snack served. Call workshops on fourth Thursdays Petrified, by appointment call wine will be included. For 802-843-2111. Molly 802-376-6204. TFN TOWN OF LUDLOW at no cost, 6-7 p.m. at the 802-885-2568 or visit www. more information go to www. Okemo Valley TV studio, 37C MONDAYS - CHESTER, Vt. - Liza Eaton, myreccenter.org. TFN CEMETERY DEPARTMENT nextstagearts.org, or contact Main St. in Ludlow. Everyone BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - The founder of Buddhaful Yoga, GROUNDS KEEPER POSITION AVAILABLE [email protected], or who wants to learn the “ticks REGION - Bone Builders to Bellows Falls Area Senior will be offering a Gentle call 802-387-0102. and tricks” of TV-video combat osteoporosis. Free The Town of Ludlow Cemetery Department invites appli- Center Knit and Stitch group Flow Kundalini Yoga class for production is welcome. Reserve and open to 55+. Call 802- cations for the position of Cemetery Grounds Keeper. This FRIDAY, JUNE 8 - meets Mondays at 9 a.m. They beginners every Wednesday a space at [email protected] or 674-4547. Monday and CHESTER, Vt. –The Nature can help you finish a project, 9:30-11 a.m. You will be is a full-time limited term position with some benefits. call 802-228-8808. TFN Wednesday: Brownsville Museum is hosting a repair an item and even take encouraged to go at your Principal duties that include the custodial care and repair/ Town Hall 9 - 10 a.m.; Martin presentation by Bridget on special projects. The group own pace and listen to your maintenance of the Ludlow Cemeteries. Duties also include FRIDAYS - Memorial Hall in Ascutney 10 - Butler, the Bird Diva, for an is happy to donate “Knitted body. Held at the Fullerton the mowing and trimming of grounds, the operation of CHESTER, Vt. - Liza Eaton, 11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday: introduction to her “slow Knockers” to breast cancer Inn, on the Chester Green. For machinery such as tractors, mowers, weed-wackers, pickup founder of Buddhaful Yoga, Cavendish Baptist Church birding” approach on Friday, survivors. Stop by and ask for more information visit www. trucks and loaders. Grounds Keeper would be responsible offering a Strength Building 10 - 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and June 8 from 7 – 9 p.m. at Betty for more information. buddhafulyoga.com or call for the coordination of interments with some weekends and Vinyasa Yoga Class using Thursday: Andover Community 802-875-2868. TFN holidays required. optional weights on Fridays Church 3 – 4 p.m. TFN from 9:30 – 11 a.m. Build THURSDAYS – Send resume with references to the Ludlow Cemetery bone density, upper body SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Springfield CAVENDISH, Vt. – From Commission, Town of Ludlow, and P.O. Box 359, Ludlow, strength as well as overall Adult Learning offers on- 5:45 to 6:45 p.m., join a Tai VT, 05149. Applications will be accepted until the positions strength, endurance, resilience, going classes to earn your Chi beginners’ class at DG are filled. The Town of Ludlow is an Equal Opportunity flexibility & reduce stress. high school diploma. Anyone Bodyworks, 7 Depot St. in Employer. No experience necessary. At interested contact 802-546- Cavendish/Proctorsville, Vt., NOW HIRING! Buddhaful Yoga, Fullerton Inn, 0879 or visit Vermont Adult next to the Post Office at the 40 The Common, Chester, VT Learning at 363 River St. in corner of Rte 131 and Depot Positions available for all areas of Property Maintenance: For more information go to North Springfield. TFN St. There is a monthly tuition TOWN OF WESTMINSTER www.buddhafulyoga.com, Full-Time Year-Aound, Full-Time Seasonal, and Part-Time cost. To learn more about P.O. BOX 147 WESTMINSTER, VT 05158 email [email protected] or the classes, please contact Tel. 802-722-4255 Fax 802-722-9816 call/text 518-763-1490. TFN CLUBS - Competitive wages to motivated individuals Djemila at 802-490-0225, by - Paid holidays and vacations MONDAYS – email: djem.translator@gmail. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Fridays, Highway Road Foreman Employment Opportunity - Paid sick time and personal days SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Springfield com or check for updates on 9-11 a.m. creative movement - No experience necessary Community Chorus rehearsals Facebook: www.facebook. activities and playgroup held The Town of Westminster is seeking a qualified Highway are on Monday evenings - Must have a valid drivers license com/gemstaichi/. TFN in the gym of the Community at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Road Foreman who will primarily be responsible for the Center. All parents with young CHESTER, Vt. – Strength- Universalist Church on 21 maintenance and repair of the Town Highway system and Please call 802-875-2706 or email [email protected] children are welcome. Contact building chair yoga class with Fairground Rd. Contact Terri at supervision of the Highway Department crew. The High- Parks and Recreation Dept. at Liz Eaton, 9:30-10:30 a.m., springfieldcommunitychorus@ way Foreman will operate equipment and provide labor 802-885-2727. TFN Fullerton Inn, Main Street, gmail.com or call Barbara to facilitate highway grading, trucking, snow plowing and Town of Mount Holly sanding highways, brush clearing, road repair, light building Chester. This is a strength SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Free Open at 802-886-1777. www. and facility maintenance, record keeping, supervisory tasks NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS building yoga class in the Art Nights, second Fridays springfieldcommunitychorus. and carry out daily duties as required. Responsibilities also hatha tradition for anyone from 7 p.m., open to people of org. include overseeing the responsible use of the highway budget Agreeably to the provisions of Title 32, Section 4111 and its development. Vermont Statutes Annotated, notice is hereby given that the undersigned Listers within and for the Town of Mount The successful applicant shall possess a current and valid Holly have this day completed the abstract of individual Vermont Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A and/ lists of persons, co-partnerships, associations, and corpo- or Class B license, a High School Diploma, GED, or similar rations owning taxable property in said Town on the first equivalent education. day of April 2017 that they have this day lodged the same in the office of the clerk of said town for the inspection of This is a salary position that will be commensurate with ex- taxpayers; that on the 18th of May 2018 between the hours perience. The Town of Westminster fferso an excellent fringe of 10:00 am and 5:00 pm; 19th of May 2018 between the benefit package. hours of 9:00 am and 12:00 pm, the undersigned Listers will meet at the Mount Holly Town Office in the Listers An extensive employment description and application Office in said Town, to hear grievances of persons, co-part- are located on the Town of Westminster’s website at www. nerships, associations, or corporations aggrieved by any of westminstervt.org, and/or obtained by emailing Assistant@ their appraisals or by any of their acts such Listers who ob- westminstervt.org, attention Highway Road Foreman Em- jections thereto in writing shall have been filed with them as ployment Application, or in-person at the Town Offices. prescribed by statute, and to make such corrections in said abstract as shall upon hearing or otherwise be determined To apply for this position, please complete the employment by them; and that unless cause to the contrary be shown, application and mail to: the contents of said abstract will, for the year 2018 become Town of Westminster the Grand List of said Town and of each person, so-partner- P.O. Box 147 ship, association, or corporation therein named. Westminster, VT 05158 Attn: Highway Road Foreman Employment Application To be timely, such grievance must be in writing and re- ceived (postmarks not accepted) by the close of business on Applications for this position are due no later than May 25, the 17th of May 2018. 2018 by 4:00 pm. Given under our hands at Mount Holly in the County of The Town of Westminster is an equal opportunity employer. Rutland this 3rd day of May 2018. It is the policy of this municipality to provide equal employ- ment opportunity to all applicants and employees without Listers of the Town of Mount Holly, regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual ori- Carol Garrow-Woolley entation, ancestry, place of birth, age, disability, HIV status, David Johnson or other status protected by state or federal law. Jennifer Matthews The Vermont Journal/The Shopper May 02, 2018 | 7B LEGAL NOTICES/HELP WANTED calendar on Friday, May 11, at the coffee, tea, and hot cocoa. Phoenix Books Misty Valley begins at 7 p.m. “Surviving p.m. is a half price and bag CLUBS CONT. COMMUNITY Church, 9 Church St. in Bellows All are welcome! Admission in Chester for an open mic Progress” presents the story sale, and Saturday, May 5, MONDAYS CONT. MEALS Falls. Serving will begin at 5 at the door. Hope to see you on Friday, May 4 from of human advancement as from 9 – 11 a.m., everything QUECHEE, Vt. - Valley Stamp p.m. Menu includes baked there. We are located on Route 5:30 - 7 p.m. Readers can awe-inspiring and double- left over is free. Club meets second Mondays SATURDAY, MAY 5- ham, mashed potatoes, cole 103N, just above junction choose any sort of piece - edged. “A Short History Of at the Quechee library located SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Springfield slaw, rolls and dessert. Each of 103 and Route 10. Any non-fiction, poetry, fiction, or Progress” by Ronald Wright SATURDAY, MAY 5 - at 1957 Main St. For more Moose Lodge 679 is hosting of the 12 tables will depict the questions, call Dave at 802- experimental - to showcase inspired this film which includes CHESTER, Vt. – Join us for information contact John Lutz the 11th annual free Roast theme of a month. Tickets are 875-2637. TFN their talents. Writers of any commentary by distinguished a story time in celebration at 802-728-6212. TFN Pork Dinner for area seniors available at the Village Square age are welcome to come and professor of environment of Children’s Book Week on on Saturday, May 5 from 4 – 6 Booksellers or call 802-463- WEEKDAYS - read. Come to shop a little Vaclav Smil, primatologist Jane Saturday, May 5 at 2 p.m. at CHESTER, Vt. - Please join the p.m. at their 39 South Street 9410 to reserve. Tickets also BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The late, hear some local talent, Goodall, author Margaret Phoenix Books Misty Valley, Chester Senior Citizens Club location. Join us for a great available at the door. Take Bellows Falls Area Senior or share your work yourself. Atwood, and activists from the 58 Common Street in Chester. for their monthly luncheon meal with brownie and ice out meals are also available. Center serves lunch 11:30 Light refreshments will be Congo, Canada, and USA. We’ll read “The Rabbit meeting, third Mondays at cream for dessert. Call 802- Handicapped accessible. a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Monday provided. If you would like to Listened,” by Cori Doerrfeld. 11:30 a.m. at the Chester 885-5370 to sign up. Profit will be used to continue through Friday to area seniors. reserve a spot ahead of time THURSDAY, MAY 3 – “Each of Doerrfeld’s highly Congregational Church on the local, national, and world The Senior Meals menu for the to read, please email Anna at SATURDAY, MAY 5 - distilled and elegantly concise MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – The Main Street. Enjoy lunch, missions. This meal replaces week is available by calling [email protected]. For WINDSOR, Vt. – Old South vignettes brims with emotional Mount Holly Women’s jokes and funny stories, and the First Friday meal for May. 802-463-3907. The Bellows more information visit www. Church, Main St., Windsor, honesty and profound Auxiliary is hosting a roast possibly Bingo. Just bring your They will resume in June. Falls Area Senior Center is phoenixbooks.biz or call 802- Vermont will hold its Spring empathy.” Established in 1919, turkey supper on Saturday, place setting, if possible a dish located at 18 Tuttle St. We 875-3400. Rummage Sale from May 3 – Children’s Book Week - annual to share, and a friend. If you May 5 from 5 – 7 p.m. at the SUNDAY, MAY 20 - are wheelchair and walker 5, 2018. Items include clothing, celebration of books for young need a ride, just call Georgia Odd Fellows Hall in Belmont. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Please join accessible with plenty of SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Join us for white elephants, jewelry, people and the joy of reading - 802-875-6242. TFN Proceeds will benefit the Mount us for a Springfield Republican parking. TFN our First Friday Film “Surviving glassware, books, toys, games, is the longest-running national Holly Fire Department. Menu Turkey Luncheon Meet and Progress,” on Friday, May 4, at puzzles, furniture, linens, literacy initiative in the country. TUESDAYS - includes roast turkey, stuffing, Greet on Sunday, May 20 from 7 p.m. at the Springfield UU. household items and other For more information visit LUDLOW, Vt. – Ludlow Rotary mashed potatoes, gravy, green 1 – 5 p.m. at North Springfield EVENTS Free admission, popcorn and treasurers. Thursday, May www.phoenixbooks.biz or call Club meets every Tuesday and beans, cranberry sauce and Baptist Church in Springfield. beverages. All are welcome. 3, from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., 802-875-3400. is hosted by DJ’s Restaurant, homemade pies for dessert. For FRIDAY, MAY 4 - Full turkey menu with all the CHESTER, Vt. – Come to Doors open at 6:45 p.m. film Friday, May 4, from 9 a.m. – 4 146 Main St. from 12:15 more information call 802- fixings. Come and meet the p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Enter via 259-2460. candidates. Sponsored by The side door opposite bank Springfield Republicans. Kids CHARLESTOWN, N.H. – drive-through. Visit www. under 5 are free. Raffle will Charlestown Senior Center ludlowrotary.com or contact also be available. RSVP by is hosting a turkey supper on club President, Suzanne May 10. Garvey at ludlowrotary@ Saturday, May 5 at 5 p.m. ADVERTISEMENTS gmail.com TFN Menu includes roast turkey, TUESDAYS - potatoes, carrots, stuffing, WEATHERSFIELD, Vt. – THURSDAYS – green beans, gravy, cranberry Monthly potluck, third Tuesdays CHARLESTOWN, N.H. – The sauce, rolls and butter, and at the Perkinsville Community Charlestown Rotary Club homemade pies for dessert. Church vestry located at 33 PLEASE NOTE! meets at the Charlestown Town Tickets go on sale at 4 p.m. Church St. Bring a hot dish, Hall at 6:30 p.m. on Summer until we sell out. We will start salad or dessert and have a Street. For more information serving at 5 p.m. Take outs nice visit. For more information ALL ADVERTISEMENTS: email rayandrosie@comcast. please call 603-826-5987 contact Lorraine Zigman 802- net. TFN between noon and 3 p.m. the 263-5245 or email lzigman@ BOX/DISPLAY ADS, CLASSIFIEDS, day of the supper, to be picked comcast.net. TFN RUTLAND, Vt. – Marble Valley up between 4 - 4:30 p.m. REAL ESTATE, AUTOMOTIVE, DINING, Duplicate Bridge Club meets Please come and enjoy our SATURDAYS - from 7-10:30 p.m. at the food and our company. CHESTER, Vt. – Gassetts HOSPITALITY, ETC. Godnick Center in Rutland, Vt. Grange holds a buffet Snacks provided. Come join FRIDAY, MAY 11- breakfast every month on the SHOULD BE SENT TO for a fun evening. More info BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The first Saturday at 8-9:30 a.m. call 802-228-6276. TFN Ladies Aid and Mission Society It consists of eggs, bacon, of The First Baptist Church of [email protected] SATURDAYS – sausage, home fries, toast, Bellows Falls will host their pancakes (blueberry and MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – Still life traditional Calendar Supper plain), real maple syrup, juice, drawing. The Mount Holly Artists Group meets at 10:30 a.m. in the community center NOTICE room (under library) and sets BELLOWS FALLS VILLAGE CORPORATION up a still life. The sessions are Advertisements that are not sent to open to all and free of charge. ANNUAL VILLAGE REPORT All that is needed is pen and Shawntae at paper. TFN The 2016-2017 Annual Village Report will be distributed in the same manner as previous years. Centralized distribution SUNDAYS - will be utilized at various points in the Village. Reports will [email protected] is NOT SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The be available at the following locations: Catamount Composite guarenteed to be published. Squadron of the Civil Air Bellows Falls Senior Center People’s United Bank Patrol meets at 3:30-6:30 Lisai’s Market Health Center at Bellows Falls p.m. most Sundays at Lisai’s Corner Deli Rockingham Free Public Library Squadron Headquarters, 13 Bellows Falls Fire Station Airport Road, N. Springfield. Town Offices Deadlines for all Advertisements is Friday Bellows Falls Police Station Village Square Booksellers Membership is open to ages Chamber of Commerce 12 and up. Call Commander by 5pm for the following Wednesday Capt. Tom Williams at 802- The Report is also available on the municipal website at 558-5571, Twilliams@vtcap. rockbf.org under Bellows Falls Village – Village Trustees. If Publication. org. TFN you would like a Village Report mailed to you, please send $3.00 with your address to Bellows Falls Village Corporation, share your event with us! Municipal Manager’s Office, P.O. Box 370, Bellows Falls, VT e-mail: [email protected] 05101

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your decision to be upfront with colleagues on a touchy matter causes some consternation at first. But in the end, your honesty wins their trust and admiration. SCORPIO (October 23 to Novem- ARIES (March 21 to April 19) ber 21) As in the past, someone again Taking advice isn’t always easy for wants to share a secret with you, self-assured Rams and Ewes who knowing it will be safe. But do you think they know what’s best. But it really want to be this person’s confi- wouldn’t hurt to listen to what close dante? Think about it. colleagues have to say. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You SAGITTARIUS (November 22 know how to balance life’s practical to December 21) As one of nature’s aspects with the poetic. This gives you straight shooters, you seek to correct a special edge this week in both your misconceptions about a project. Do so, professional endeavors and your per- of course, but without giving away too sonal life. much too soon. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) CAPRICORN (December 22 to Focus on keeping a balance between January 19) Creative pursuits continue your home-related activities and your to be strong in the gifted Goat’s aspect. workplace responsibilities. Be mind- New friendships can come from shar- ful of both without obsessing over one ing these experiences with like-mind- or the other. ed art aficionados. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A AQUARIUS (January 20 to Febru- change in plans is likely as you discov- ary 18) Resolve lingering grumblings er more facts about a possible commit- over your way of doing things by ment. Continue to ask questions and, keeping your mind open to sugges- if you’re not sure about the answers, tions while continuing to show how demand proof. your plans will work. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Be care- ful not to let that Leonine pride keep PISCES (February 19 to March 20) you from seeking wise, experienced The perceptive Piscean might find that counsel before making an important changing course in midstream isn’t as decision. A family member once again workable as it would seem. Explore seeks your help. this option carefully before making a VIRGO (August 23 to September decision. 22) That surge of Virgo energy drives BORN THIS WEEK: Your willing- you to take on more work assign- ness to share your love of life’s good ments. Be careful you don’t overdo it, things brings joy to many, including, or you might find yourself overdone: of course, yourself. i.e., burned out. © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. TAKE A BREAK! TAKE 8B | May 02, 2018 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper calendar REAL ESTATE/HELP WANTED Handicap accessible. presentations, events and transportation to and from mulch available. Contact 802- SATURDAYS - songs, and activities for the EVENTS CONT. booths are open from 10 NYC, admission to all sites, 674-5021 for details. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Internet youngest readers. For more SATURDAY CONT. - BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - The a.m. – 4 p.m. Enjoy local food overnight accommodations at and jazz jam Saturday at the information, call the library at SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The North BF Community Bike Project vendors for lunch, snacks, the Holiday Inn Express, lunch ALSTEAD, N.H. – The annual Flat Iron Exchange, located in 802-885-3108. TFN School Preservation Society is hosting its 3rd annual and beverages. Requested and dinner on day one, and Mother’s Day Plant Sale will the square. No cover charge, will be holding a Book and Silent Auction fundraiser on admission. For details visit breakfast on day two. Contact be held Saturday, May 12 just a tip jar to listen to some ROCKINGHAM, Vt. - Crafts, General Tag Sale on Saturday, Saturday, May 5 at 33 Bridge www.amasvt.org/herricks- KSC’s Heather Jasmin at 603- from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front great jazz music. Enjoy a Stories and Play Time toddlers May 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. in Bellows Falls (WOOL cove-wildlife-festival/ 358-2290 or continuing-ed@ of the Third Congregational coffee and relax. 5-7 p.m. TFN and preschoolers. Enjoy stories, at North School, 49 Main St, FM building) from 6 - 10 keene.edu. Church UCC, River St., in songs, crafts, and activities. in North Springfield. Entrance p.m. (bidding closes at 9). MANCHESTER, Vt. – Hike Alstead. This fundraiser for Rockingham Free Public Library to the school is off lower Live music by local musicians, the West River Trail Section MONDAY, MAY 7 - “Missions” will include hanging FARMERS’ 10:30-11:30 a.m. Contact School St. A wide variety of unique auction items, food, with Green Mountain Club CHESTER, Vt. – A young plants, herbs, vegetable plants, 463-4270. TFN vintage books, fiction, travel, cash bar, bike raffle, 50/50 Manchester Section on Sunday adult book club is meeting on annuals, houseplants and MARKETS WEDNESDAYS – cook books, gardening, craft, raffle and more! Bid on the May 6. Meet at the Winhall Monday, May 7 at 4 p.m. at others for sale. Dave Barton, SATURDAY, MAY 5 - WESTON, Vt. - Come and do-it-yourself and children’s Art Bike that local painter Campground entrance at Phoenix Books Misty Valley of Langdon, is the supplier for SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The enjoy a story hour with friends books will be offered, along Jamie Townsend will paint at 1 p.m. to car pool to the in Chester. All youth grades 3rd Church Missions annual Springfield Farmer’s Market will at the Wilder Memorial Library, with video tapes, CDs, DVDs, the event. Spring Bike Raffle beginning of the hike. Hike 7 - 12 are welcome to join plant sale. Anyone who would be holding their second of two Lawrence Hill Road in Weston! records, household items, Specialized Sirrus fitness bike, from Ball Mountain Dam Rd in reading and discussing like to donate houseplants, or spring markets at The United 11 a.m. - noon. Call ahead to sports equipment, furniture, 24 speed, aluminum frame. on the West River Trail, past “You’re Welcome, Universe” seedlings, may bring them to Methodist Church, 10 Valley check, 802-824-4307. TFN holiday items and much more. Tickets for sale, drawing will be Angel Falls, to the Winhall by Whitney Gardner. For the church the morning of the St in Springfield on Saturday, For more information contact at the Silent Auction (no need Campground. Total of 4.1 miles more details visit www. sale. For more information May 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. LUDLOW, Vt. – Weekly toddler Linda Kingsbury at 802-885- to be present to win). Preview with minimal elevation change. phoenixbooks.biz or call 802- contact Debbie Gordon at 603- Vendors will be offering maple and pre-school story time 9544 or Andrea Cook at 802- the bike at 30 Henry St. For Bring snack, fluids, and an 875-3400. 835-6014. syrup, honey, eggs, grass with a weekly theme, music, 594-2673. more information, call Bonnie extra layer. RSVP required to FRIDAY, MAY 11 & WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 - fed beef, specialty pickles, and activity. 10:30-11:30 at 802-310-8867 or email hike leader Joe Ninesling at preserves, catered foods and SATURDAY, MAY 12 - KEENE, N.H. – Join the a.m. at the Fletcher Memorial CHESTER, Vt. – The Gassetts [email protected]. [email protected] or 802-289- baked goods, and more. CLAREMONT, N.H. - Auditions Historical Society of Cheshire Library. Best suited for ages Grange is hosting a Round and 2801. Check the website at www. SUNDAY, MAY 6- for “Freak Out! The Zombie County on Wednesday, May 5 and younger. Call Sacha Square Dance on Saturday, springfieldvtfarmersmarket. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The SPRINGFIELD, Vt. –Join us Musical” are happening on 16 at 7 p.m. for the film and at 802-228-3517 or email May 5 from 7 – 10 p.m. com, email 19th annual Herricks Cove for the Spring Hymn Sing on Friday May 11, from 5 – 8 a discussion on the 2010 [email protected] to Entry donations requested, springfieldfarmersmarketinc@ Wildlife Festival returns to Sunday, May 6, at 3 p.m. at p.m. and Saturday May 12, documentary “Lost in Laconia.” register for programs. TFN refreshments on sale in our gmail.com, or call 802-885- kitchen, and a 50/50 raffle is Rockingham on Sunday, the Springfield Church of Christ from 10 a.m. - 1p.m. for This documentary traces the 4096 for more information, WINDSOR, Vt. - Preschool being offered. The house band, May 6 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Springfield. An opportunity adults and teens (13 and up) history of the institution from check us out on Facebook. and Toddler Storytime every The Green Mtn. Express are at Herricks Cove in Bellows to request favorite songs will for the Repertory Theatre its initial beginnings as the Vendor inquiries welcome. Wednesday from 10:30- the hosts and Arnold Stoddard Falls. A morning bird walk led be provided. The true beauty Company’s summer Juke Box New Hampshire School for 11:30 a.m. Windsor Public is the Square caller. For more by expert birder Don Clark of congregational singing is Musical. Casting lead roles the Feebleminded in the early SATURDAY, JUNE 2 - Library, 43 State Street. Each information call Dave at 802- kicks off the festival at 7 a.m. that our voices and our hearts and extras. Email office@ 1900s until its closure in 1991. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The week features a theme, music 875-2637or Donna at 802- and bird banding by the are knit together in praise. claremontoperahouse.org or The discussion is lead by one opening of the regular season stories and a craft. www. 591-4290. All are welcome. Vermont Center for Ecostudies Refreshments will follow. All Call COH at 603-542-0064 of the film’s writers and former of the Springfield Farmers’ windsorlibrary.org. 802-674- starting at 7:30 a.m. Wildlife welcome. Call 802-885-3491 for audition requirements employee of the Laconia State Market is Saturday, June 2 2556. TFN for more details. and details. The show is School, Gordon Dubois, as from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This scheduled for Friday, August well as Keene State College will be our second year at LONDONDERRY, Vt. – Join TOWN OF CHESTER SUNDAY, MAY 6 & 10 and Saturday, August 11 professor Graham Warder who MONDAY, MAY 7 - our new location on lower world traveler Carol Barclay NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE at Claremont Opera House was interviewed in the film. Clinton St. next to Nortrax for “Sit and Knit” at the South KEENE, N.H. – Join the THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD Stage, 58 Opera House and near the trailhead of Londonderry Free Library, 15 Historical Society of Cheshire WEDNESDAYS – Square, in Claremont. For the walk/bike path. There Old School Street in South County and the CALL program CHARLESTOWN, N.H.– The Development Review Board will be holding a Site Visit more information visit www. is plenty of parking at this Londonderry, on Wednesday at Keene State College for Weekly bingo at the at 5:00pm and a Public Hearing at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, claremontoperahouse.org. location. We still have room evenings from 7 - 9 p.m. a 2-day journey to NYC Charlestown Memorial VFW for qualified vendors. Email Carol is an extremely patient May 14th 2018 at the Town Hall, for a Conditional Use to explore our nation’s SATURDAY, MAY 12 - Post 8497, 365 Lovers Lane Rd. springfieldfarmersmarketinc@ instructor and is always Review application (# 521) immigration history. Bus leaves PUTNEY, Vt. – There will also Early Birds at 5 p.m., Regular gmail.com or call 802-885- creating a beautiful, intricate from the Historical Society be a special Next Stage Cooks Games at 6:30 p.m. 4096 for more information. something out of yarn. Come PROPERTY OWNERS: Gary Coger parking lot at 6 a.m. on event on Saturday, May 12 The Springfield Farmer’s on over, all are welcome! TFN APPLICANT: Justin & Amy Anderson Sunday, May 6 and returns from 4 - 6 p.m. at Next Stage, THURSDAYS – LOCATION: 295 Main St. LUDLOW, Vt. – Gypsy Reel Market Inc. is a vendor run by 6 p.m. on Monday, May 7. 15 Kimball Hill, in Putney. THURSDAYS - DISTRICT Village Center (VC) plays regularly at The Killarney, nonprofit organization. Begin in the Lower East Side This event features tastings BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - Join ACTION REQUESTED: Renovating an existing restaurant in Ludlow. Music always Tenement Museum and a food of traditional family recipes, the genealogy group at begins at 6:30 p.m. and space into a new restaurant space with mixed use, retail, tasting tour of the historic Essex which is free and open to the Rockingham Free Public Library continues until 8:30 p.m. or LIBRARIES professional offices, arts & entertainment filling out remain- Street Market. Participants public. Putney cooks interested every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.- later (depending upon football MONDAYS – der of existing space in building will have free time to roam in submitting recipes should 12:30 p.m. when genealogy schedule). Fine ale, good pub CHESTER, Vt – Children of all and shop before heading contact kitchen@nextstagearts. enthusiast Wayne Blanchard food, and great music in the ages are invited to join the Abutters are hereby notified that further information can to dinner and checking in org. This event is part of takes you on a quest to traditional Irish style. TFN LEGO Club at the Whiting be found at the Town Clerk’s Office which is open Monday at the Holiday Inn Express. Legacy Putney, a collaborative discover your family roots. If Library in Chester. We will through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participation in this After breakfast in the hotel on celebration of Putney history, you own a laptop, please bring GASSETTS, Vt. - Bingo will be provide the LEGOs and hearing is a pre-requisite to the right to take any subsequent Monday, participants will ferry arts and culture that runs from it along. Many free databases held every Thursday night at DUPLOs and you supply the appeal. past the Statue of Liberty to May 3-13. are available at the library. the Gassetts Grange. Starts at imagination. The program tour Ellis Island. Special guest Beginners and seasoned ASCUTNEY, Vt. - Ascutney 6:30 p.m., doors open at 5 is on Mondays from 3:30 to For the Development Review Board Larry Benaquist, professor of genealogists are welcome. Volunteer Fire Department’s p.m. Supper, raffle and 50/50 4:30 p.m. Thanks to the Rotary film at Keene State College Free and open to the public. Michael Normyle, Zoning Administrator annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale tickets are on sale. Come and Club of Chester for helping and film historian, will present For details, call 802-463- (802) 875-2173 is happening on Saturday, May join in. Call Donna at 802- us with a generous donation and discuss films related to 4270, email programming@ [email protected] 12, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at 591-4290 or you can call the for this program. For further the immigration history theme rockinghamlibrary.org or go to the fire station on Route 131 hall at 802-875-1051. TFN information contact 802-875- on the bus. Cost includes www.rockinghamlibrary.org. near Exit 8, I-91. Cocoa shell 2277, www.whitinglibrary.org, TFN or on Facebook. TFN Barrett & Valley CAVENDISH, Vt. – Sit & Knit at Town of Mount Holly TUESDAYS – Associates Inc. 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at 7 p.m. at the Town Office. membership chairman, at 802- opportunities and challenges 802-886-8946 or email cht@ Ascutney, (near Exit 8 off I-91) around mental health issues. LIBRARIES For more information, call 344-0025. The Bellows Falls regardless of diagnostics. springfieldmed.org. TFN at 6:30 p.m. Do you know or The group is free and open to CONT. 802-824-3356 or go to www. Woman’s Club is a member HCRS, CRT Room, 390 River think you may be depressed? the public. Call Diana Slade at londonderryvt.org. Recordings of the General Federation of St. Meets every Monday from BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - TOPS Have a friend or family 802-289-1982. TFN THURSDAYS CONT. - are found at www.gnat-tv.org. Women’s Clubs. 1-2 p.m. Info: call 800-639- Chapter Vermont #12 meets member who has depression? and Saturdays from 10 a.m. 6480 or visit www.namivt.org. every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Then this group is for you! SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - TOPS (Take to 1 p.m. Having trouble with LUDLOW, Vt. – Select Board WESTMINSTER, Vt. – Sacred Heart Social Center, Support, empathy, sharing, Off Pounds Sensibly) at Huber your first smartphone? Want to meetings are the first Monday Westminster Fire & Rescue BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - 39 Green Street in Bellows education, confidentiality, peer- Building, 80 Main St. Weigh- re-set your Facebook privacy? of every month at the Town Department monthly meeting Overeaters Anonymous Falls. Come to TOPS (take off led. Contact TwinStateDSG@ in starts at 8 a.m. and the Need to take a course in Word Hall. For more information, call on the first Tuesday at 7 p.m. Meeting from 7-8 p.m., 44 pounds sensibly) a non-profit, gmail.com or 641-715-3900 meeting begins at 9 a.m. TFN or Excel? Call 802-885-3108 802-228-2841 or go to www. Rescue training is on the School St., Bellows Falls. Please non-commercial, weight loss (ext. 650055#). TFN to make an appointment ludlow.vt.us. Recordings found second Tuesday and combined call 802-376-3507. support group that really PERKINSVILLE, Vt. – Twin State with Dylan and June, our at www.okemovalley.tv. drill on the third Tuesday. More works. Every week there are SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Twin State Depression Support Group high school volunteer and his information can be found at TUESDAYS - interesting programs that touch Depression Support Group Board of Directors will now colleague. The Springfield SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Select www.westminsterfireandrescue. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Breast on topics that help us in our meets on the fourth Wednesday meet every other month in Town Library is located at 43 Board meetings are on the org. TFN Feeding Support Group second quest for weight loss. We share at Turning Point Recovery 2018 on the third Thursday at Main St., Springfield. second and fourth Monday and fourth Tuesdays at the healthy recipes for main meals Center (Handicapped- 6:30 p.m. at 2520 Route 106 of the month starting at 7 WEDNESDAYS - Springfield Hospital Library and snacks. Your first meeting accessible), 7 Morgan Street, in Perkinsville. Please come join FRIDAYS - p.m. in the Selectman’s Hall CHESTER, Vt. – Chester Select Level D. Noon-2 p.m. It is free is free. Bring a friend; you Springfield at 6:30 p.m. us. New local phone number is CHESTER, Vt. – Story time at on 96 Main Street. For more Board meetings are on the first and no registration is required. won’t be disappointed. Visit Do you know or think you 802-795-0098. This is a voice Whiting Library from 10:30- information, go to www. and third Wednesday of every For more information call Erin our website www.tops.org for may be depressed? Have a mail line. Updates regarding 11:30 a.m. Come and listen to springfieldvt.govoffice2.com. month. For more information, at 802-885-7511. TFN more information. TFN friend or family member who meetings will be posted during a story every Friday with your call 802-875-2173 or go to has depression? Then this bad weather. Messages will children. Call 802-875-2277. TUESDAYS - LUDLOW, Vt. – Co-Dependents www.chestervt.org. Recordings WEDNESDAYS – group is for you! Support, be checked daily. Remaining TFN BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Anonymous meets on can be found at sapatv.org. LONDONDERRY, Vt. - Weekly empathy, sharing, education, Dates: May 17, July 19, Sept. Rockingham Select Board Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in clean and sober 12-Step confidentiality, peer-led. 20 - and TBD in Nov. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - meetings are on the first and LUDLOW, Vt.- Black River the basement of the Fletcher Meeting. Support Group meets Contact TwinStateDSG@gmail. Minecraft Club at the third Tuesday of every month Area Community Coalition Memorial Library, 88 Main at Neighborhood Connections com or 641-715-3900 (ext. Rockingham Free Public at 6:30 p.m. Bellows Falls meets third Wednesdays in St. in Ludlow. Find out more next to the Londonderry Post 650055#). TFN Library every Friday from 3:30 Village Trustee meetings are the Community room of the about CoDA at coda.org. For Office at 5:30 p.m. every p.m. - 4:30 p.m. A limited the second and fourth Tuesday. Fletcher Memorial Library, more information regarding Wednesday. TFN THURSDAYS – number of library computers Both meetings take place Main St. in Ludlow, starting at this meeting, contact Sarah SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Mental are available. Registration is in the Lower Theater of the 5:30 p.m. More information, E. at sarahcoda2016@gmail. LUDLOW, Vt. – Eating health peer support group, recommended if you will need Bellows Falls Opera House. visit www.braccvt.org. TFN com. TFN behavior support group meets 2-3:30 p.m. at the First to use a library computer. If Call 802-463-4336 for more every other Wednesday at 6 Congregational Church, 77 you are joining the club with WINDSOR, Vt. – Cedar Hill p.m. at the Green Mountain information or go to www. Main St. The group’s goal your own laptop and Minecraft rockbf.org. Recordings can be Alzheimer’s caregiver support at Fox Run at 262 Fox Lane. SUPPORT will be to provide a safe and account, you do not need to found at www.fact8.com. group. Meet fellow caregivers This free group is intended healthy environment for people sign up. TFN GROUPS who really understand because to help you understand your to give and receive support MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – Select FRIDAY, MAY 11 – they’ve been there, too, when eating and/or weight-related BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Bellows Board meetings are on the BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The things are difficult or isolating. struggles. The group is led Falls Area Senior Center Book second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. of Connecticut Valley Ostomy First Tuesdays from 3:30–5 by trained therapists who Club, in partnership with each month at the Town Office. Group (COG) is holding their p.m. at 92 Cedar Hill Drive (off specialize in eating behavior. the Rockingham Free Public For more information, call 802- next meeting on Friday, May Route 5). TFN To join call 802-228-8885 or WESTMINSTER AUTO Library, 65 Westminster St., 259-2391. WESTMINSTER AUTO 11 at 5 p.m. in the Fireplace email shiri@fitwoman.com. Financing meets on the first Friday of SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Wellness/ Available Room of the Rockingham WEEKLY SPECIALS low as 2.99%as WESTON, Vt. – Select Board Lifestyle Change Support every month at 9 a.m. Call the Medical Group in Bellows Falls. ASCUTNEY, Vt. - Twin State meetings are on the second Group, meets the second senior center at 802-463-3907 The Ostomy Group is affiliated Depression Support Group 2010 TOYOTA MATRIX S SPORT WAGON and forth Tuesday of every Tuesday of each month from or the library at 802-463- with the United Ostomy meets on the third Wednesday 4 Cylinder, Auto, 4WD, ABS, A/C, PW, PDL, PS, month at 7:30 p.m. at the Town 5:45-7 p.m. at the Springfield 4270 for details. TFN Association of America at Martin Memorial Hall, Cruise Control, Traction & Stability Control, Office. Call 802-824-6988 or Health Center, 100 River CD Player, Privacy Glass, Fog Lights, (UOAA) but has no formal Lower Level (Handicapped- SATURDAYS - go to www.westonvt.org for St. Free. Register by calling Anti Theft System, Keyless Entry, Steel Wheels structure or cost. For more accessible), 5259 Route 5, ALSTEAD, N.H. - Stop by the more information. 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Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 05/31/18. 228-4000 Toll Free 877-228-6127 River Street • Springfield, VT Service Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am–6pm • Sat. 8am–3pm 10B |May 02, 2018 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper Southern Vermonters attend National Opioid Summit REGION – Vermonters from Ben- Retreat, HabitOpco, Leland & Gray It was first Surgeon General’s advi- working on creative solutions to this nington, Windham, and Windsor Union Middle and High School, sory in 13 years. The advisory urges issue. It is clear that Vermont is ac- counties attended the National Rx Brattleboro Police Department, and more individuals, including family tually doing some things right about Drug Abuse and Heroin Summit the Vermont Department of Health. members and friends of those at risk this crisis, and there is always more during the first week of April in Michael Johnson, director of for opioid overdose, to know how we can do,” says Robin Rieske, pre- downtown Atlanta. Approximately Turning Point Recovery Center of to use naloxone and keep it within vention consultant for the Vermont 3,000 experts attended the confer- Springfield, said, “There were two reach in order to save lives. The Department of Health. ence, including representatives from things that stood out to me during Surgeon General declares, “increas- The local attendees received fund- prevention, treatment, recovery, the summit. Recovery is success- ing the availability… of naloxone is ing through a Vermont Department and law enforcement. According to ful when a person stays connected. a critical component of our efforts of Health Alcohol and Drug Abuse the organizers, it is the largest col- And, as a community, open col- to reduce opioid-related overdose Programs grant and the Drug Free laboration of federal, state, and local laborations and warm hand-offs will deaths and, when combined with the Communities Support Program professionals seeking to address pre- make our work more successful.” availability of effective treatment, to grant to attend the conference. scription drug abuse, misuse, and The U.S. Surgeon General, the Na- ending the opioid epidemic.” Through their experience, the par- diversion. tional Institutes of Health, the Office The summit was unique in that ticipants are ready to assist in reduc- Some of the local organizations of National Drug Control Policy, doctors, police officers, pharma- ing stigma, incorporating recovery that attended included Turning and other federal agencies working cists, and community leaders were into treatment programs, sharing Representatives from prevention, treatment, recovery, and law enforcement Point Recovery Centers of Spring- on these issues delivered notable attending the same workshops and the latest data trends, supporting agencies in Bennington, Windham, and Windsor counties were in Atlanta dur- field and Windham County, Health presentations during the conference. working together to identify gaps peer-based programs, and creating ing the recent National Rx Drug Abuse & Heroin Summit. Care and Rehabilitation Services of The featured speaker during the and create solutions together. Par- community-wide involvement. PHOTO PROVIDED Southeastern Vermont, Springfield conference was Former President ticipants came back even more Medical Care Systems, Dartmouth- Bill Clinton. Premier researchers committed to continuing the work Hitchcock, Southwestern Vermont from around the country provided in our communities to tackle this Medical Center, Grace Cottage, the latest data and exciting new ap- issue from many perspectives. Par- Points to consider for retirement Greater Falls Connections, Brattle- proaches to opioid prevention and ticipants were exposed to inspiring REGION - If you’re a decade or so expense budget will look like in the 70 - your benefit will be higher. boro Area Prevention Coalition, recovery. models from across the country away from retirement, you’ve prob- first few years after you stop work- You can get an estimate of your re- West River Valley Thrives, Deerfield During the conference, the U.S. that are making a big difference in ably spent at least some time thinking ing. And then continue to reassess this tirement benefit at the Social Security Valley Community Partnership, Surgeon General, Dr. Jerome Ad- response to the opioid and heroin about this major life change. How will budget as your vision of retirement be- Administration website, www.ssa.gov. The Collaborative, Black River Area ams, put out an official advisory epidemic. you manage the transition? Thinking comes reality. 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