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Your Local Community Newspaper JULY 07, 2021 | WWW.VERMONTJOURNAL.COM VOLUME 60, ISSUE 06 HCRS to pay $170,000 Joint Board discusses settlement for violating demolition of historic False Claims Act church on Atkinson Street BY BETSY THURSTON MONTPELIER, Vt. – On on the employee’s behalf for HCRS has agreed to pay The Shopper Tuesday, June 29, 2021, the reimbursement to Medicaid, in to the state of Vermont and Attorney General’s Medicaid violation of the Vermont False the United States a total of BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Fraud and Residential Abuse Claims Act. In addition, the $170,037.76, of which Ver- On Tuesday, June 29, the Unit announced a settlement United States Attorney’s Office mont Medicaid will receive Joint Board of the Rocking- with Health Care & Rehabilita- for the District of Vermont has $101,254.61 in program ham Selectboard and Bellows tion Services of Southeastern concluded that HCRS violated restitution. The settlement Falls Trustees discussed up- Vermont of Springfield resolv- the federal False Claims Act. amount reflects a coopera- dates on 66 Atkinson Street. ing allegations that HCRS vio- HCRS CEO, George Kara- tion credit in light of HCRS’s Built in 1835 as the first lated the Vermont False Claims bakakis, Ph.D., said, “We im- self-disclosure of the vio- Methodist church in Bel- Act. mediately took steps to notify lation, assistance with the lows Falls, the building has The settlement, reached in the authorities as soon as we investigation, and volun- commanded attention at the collaboration with the Office became aware of the employ- tary adoption of remedial intersections of School and of the United States Attorney ment issue with this staff mem- measures to guard against Atkinson streets ever since. for the District of Vermont, ber. We have been up front improper employment and It was owned by the YMCA resolves claims that HCRS im- about our agency’s oversight of claim submission in the fu- for 50 years and in 2015 was properly submitted Medicaid this personnel matter, and we ture. exchanged for one dollar. The historic church at 66 Atkinson Street in Bellows Falls. claims for services provided by took responsibility for the fed- “We thank HCRS for Current owner Christo- PHOTO BY BETSY THURSTON an employee who was on the eral and state payments we’d bringing this to the state’s pher Glennon hoped to save Office of the Inspector General, received erroneously, returning attention and for their co- and preserve the historic U.S. Department of Health and all of the related revenue along operation,” said Attorney structure, but the location, roof shingles. The engineer had him, but I certainly agree with Human Services exclusion list with a substantial penalty. As General Donovan. “HCRS across the street from the recommended demolition at [Pickup] that we need to move and barred from receiving pay- a community mental health provides important care and historic district, made it in- that time. forward before the winter.” ments from federally funded agency, we regret our error and services to some of the state’s eligible for federal funding Two years ago, the Joint Pickup added, “We’d be hard healthcare programs. recognize the importance of most vulnerable Vermonters. and the cost of rehabilita- Board had met with Glennon to pressed to get through another For a period of nearly 10 years, ensuring all employment guide- Performing required back- tion is significant. Glennon is request that he stabilize and se- winter season without some HCRS employed an individual lines are followed; we have since ground checks and comply- currently working on a Quit cure the roof and address other sort of catastrophic failure.” identified on OIG-HHS’ exclu- strengthened our procedures to ing with state and federal law Claim Deed with the town concerns from the engineer’s He had told DeMuro that sion list and submitted claims prevent a reoccurrence.” i s v it a l .” claiming ownership by Sep- report by the fall. “there was a hard deadline,” so tember. Glennon had removed debris if he was serious he needed to Municipal Manager Scott and ceiling materials to lessen send a proposal as soon as pos- Pickup told the Joint Board the load, but Trustees observed sible. Pickup had received noth- that Northern Heritage Mills the roof still remained insecure. ing formal as of June 29. Upper Valley Land Trust to President Gerald DeMuro They proposed jersey barriers Board member Rick Cowan had expressed interest in the and fencing to surround the asked about funding. Pickup building. Northern Heritage building in the fall of 2019. said federal funding was re- grow fresh veggies for those Mills of Claremont, N.H., is At Tuesday’s meeting, Pickup quested, and Community De- a nonprofit educational or- said, “Ideally, we would do it velopment Block Grant funds ganization. Founded in 2001, over the summer, but the de- might help with the demolition NHM promotes the preser- molition rates are much higher expenses. in need vation of historical technolo- in the summer.” He said they Discussion ensued with what gies through STEM educa- could save substantial costs if could be done with the lot af- CHARLESTOWN, N.H. – runs the Food Pantry Garden also really appealing to me.” tion. the building was taken down ter demoliton. Ideas included The Upper Valley Land Trust Program. “Our conservation UVLT is a nonprofit land Pickup explained that cor- before the winter. It would cost a dog park, a green space, a is partnering with the Clare- areas aren’t just about trails and conservancy that works in respondence so far was only between $75,000 to $100,000 to community center, a garden, or mont Soup Kitchen and Food recreation – we can do more 45 Vermont and New Hamp- by email. He had shared the take the building down. Pickup parking lot. Pickup hoped they Pantry to grow food for those than that. There are people in shire towns in the Connecti- 2018 engineering report with explained that the village has could improve the intersection in need through an expansion our communities who are hun- cut River watershed, provid- DeMuro who responded invested $20,000 in fencing, at School and Atkinson streets of UVLT’s Food Pantry Gar- gry and we have the ability to ing conservation leadership, with maintained interest. barriers, asbestos removal, and and make it safer. den Program. “The Claremont play a role in alleviating that tools, and expertise. The Among other concerns, the legal fees. Pickup concluded that the Soup Kitchen is very excited to problem. Conservation land is lands UVLT protects are report highlighted structural Trustee James McAuliffe goal was for a decision to be have the opportunity to part- for everyone.” places where people of all instability, collapse of ceil- commented that if NHM was made by Sept. 30 at the next ner with the Upper Valley Land The Food Pantry Garden ages can participate in the ing materials, and fallen slate still interested “More power to scheduled Joint Board meeting. Trust to bring fresh produce Program began in 2019 at stewardship of natural re- to our guests,” said Claremont Brookmead Conservation sources, learn about forests Soup Kitchen Executive Direc- Area in Norwich, Vt. After two and farming, and enjoy be- tor Cindy Stevens. “The Clare- successful seasons and 4,000 ing in nature. Founded by Springfield Rotary happenings mont Soup Kitchen has many pounds of produce donated Upper Valley residents in guests that come daily to see to Willing Hands, a local food 1985, UVLT has conserved SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Spring- what is offered on our farm- reclamation and distribution more than 52,000 acres of field Rotary Club held its first in- stand. This partnership will al- nonprofit, UVLT applied for land and owns and manages person meeting in 2021 for the low us to provide many more a New Hampshire Charitable 22 conservation areas. These annual Changing of the Gavel. options. We are truly thankful Foundation grant to expand the include working farms, for- Outgoing Club President Jerry to be able to offer such a great program to Up on the Hill. The ested ridges, wildlife habitat, Farnum accepts congratulations service to our community.” foundation’s environmental op- water resources, trails, and from incoming President Jim Fog. This collaborative Food portunity grant program pro- scenic landscapes. Most of Pantry Garden is run primar- vides small one-time grants to the conserved land remains ily by volunteers and UVLT is New Hampshire organizations in private ownership, pro- actively seeking community involved in the intersection of tected by permanent deeds members interested in helping community and environment. known as conservation ease- out in the garden. The garden is Now, UVLT is asking volun- ments. located at Up on the Hill Con- teers to turn that generous Volunteers run the gar- servation area, a property that funding into food by volunteer- dens and plant, weed, water, UVLT owns and manages off ing at the Food Pantry Garden and harvest produce. UVLT of Richardson Road in Charles- to feed our neighbors in need. is actively seeking more vol- Springfield Rotary Club members town with land in Claremont, Karina Ricker was excited to unteers to join their efforts. Jim Fog and Bob Flint congratu- and Unity, N.H. as well. This break ground on the new proj- Community workdays are late this year’s Rotary Scholarship 1,100-acre property is mostly ect this spring. “I wanted the Thursday nights from 3-6 winners, Anna Ondre and Haley forested but also has excellent opportunity to learn about land p.m. Individual work and Gibbons. They were each award- agricultural land. This year conservation, food security, projects can be arranged, and ed a $2,000 scholarship. Ondre UVLT set aside 5,000 square- and food systems. This intern- service and business groups will be attending the University of Tampa and Gibbons will be at feet and turned it into a garden ship seemed like the perfect are encouraged to reach out the Hartwick College. Since the with a variety of seasonal veg- way to learn about the inter- for specialized service days. 2020 Penny Sale was canceled etables. section of all three things,” said All ages are welcome, in- due to the pandemic, Rotary Club “Using the agricultural land Ricker, UVLT’s Patchen Miller cluding children under 15 members funded this year’s schol- that we own for the good of intern. “The chance to help ex- with an adult. No experience arships through individual dona- everyone is really important to pand the program to a whole is necessary. For more infor- tions. us,” said UVLT’s Programs Di- new area and be in on the mation, to go www.uvlt.org/ PHOTOS PROVIDED rector Alison Marchione, who ground floor of that work was food-pantry-garden.
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Lee mentions a was so allergic if he cousin John on the Suwanee saw some while out Community College of Ver- mont Honors List List River. John is Kendall Thur- hunting or fishing mont Dean’s List Annalise Watkins of Caven- Samuel Kendrick of Saxtons ston. The old man is Lee’s he would detour Jacob Thayer of Chester dish River father, Nelson. Below is one hundreds of yards. Dominique Pacheco of Lud- Christine Brown of Chester of Lee’s stories. The photo “There was a low Grace Prepost of Chester Rider University Dean’s List is Nelson’s gravestone that small growth of it Kristalyn Rein-Pelletier of Emily Wunderle of Rocking- Kendall carved from pool at the far edge of Community College of Ver- Chester ham table slate. his pumpkin patch. mont President’s List Sarah Rushford of Chester He tried to burn it Nicolette Beach of Chester Larry Dockum of Ludlow University of the Sciences “Down at the edge of the one fall and caught Dean’s List property under a leafless a horrendous case Community College of Ver- Kalamazoo College Dean’s Elkanah Linder of Townshend butternut tree a gravestone from the smoke Nelson’s slate gravestone. sticks up through winter’s blowing on him. PHOTO PROVIDED snow. 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Back Issues of a specific edition can be requested by calling 802-228-3600. Please have the date of the publication ready when calling. Available issues can be ordered at $10 per copy. Journal, LLC is a member of the Vermont Press Association The Vermont Journal/The Shopper July 07, 2021 | 5A SERVICES obituaries Ella Briggs Rita J. Higgins, 1938-2021 John C. Bacon, 1938-2021 LUDLOW, Vt. – A graveside service for Ella Briggs, 91, who LUDLOW, Vt. – Rita Jose- SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – John passed away March 31, 2021 will be held July 10, 2021 at 1 p.m. phine Higgins, 83, passed away Charles Bacon, 83, of North at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Ludlow, Vt. Brent Buswell will Friday morning, July 2, 2021 at Fort Myers, Fla., peacefully officiate. the Gill Odd Fellows Home in passed away June 23, 2021 sur- Ludlow, Vt. She was born Jan. rounded by his wife Carol Ba- 13, 1938 in Newark, N.J., the con, daughter Candace Stevens, Robert Burton daughter of John and Hazel Sul- and son-in-law Vern Stevens. livan. She attended and gradu- John Charles Bacon was born SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – A graveside service for Robert Burton, 86, ated schools in New Jersey. Jan. 11, 1938 to Paul CT Bacon, who passed away March 18, 2020 will be held July 9, 2021 at 1 p.m. In 1979, she married Rob- MD and Christine Shaw Bacon in the Oakland Cemetery, Springfield, Vt. Ernest Lamphere will ert Higgins in Connecticut. in the town of Springfield, Vt. officiate. Rita resided in Connecticut After graduating high school for many years, moving to Ver- from Deerfield Academy in mont in 1985. Deerfield, Mass., he attended George H. Dolloph She was employed as a tax the University of Vermont accountant with Combustion Rita J. Higgins, 1938-2021. before serving in the United John C. Bacon, 1938-2021. ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – A celebration of life will be held for Engineering/ABB in Windsor PHOTO PROVIDED States Army. Following service, PHOTO PROVIDED George H. Dolloph, 69, of Rockingham, Vt., Sunday, July 25, 2021, Locks, Conn., for many years. he pursued a degree in business from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Bartonsville Grange Hall, located at Rita enjoyed skiing and golfing. garet. administration at Babson Col- of Mt. Sinai Shrine Temple #3 116 Upper Bartonsville Road in Rockingham. George, a resident She is survived by her hus- Service will be held at a later lege in Wellesley, Mass. in Montpelier, Vt. He was an of Rockingham, died at the Veterans Hospital in West Roxbury, band Robert, one sister Doro- date and announced at that In 1960, Jack met his bride associate member of the Araba Mass., April 16, 2021. Please join us, share your memories, laugh thy Davis, stepson Kevin Hig- time with burial in the Pleas- Carol Eastwood Bacon while Shrine Temple in Fort Myers, at the good times, and remember the life he lived. gins and his wife Karen, and ant View Cemetery in Ludlow, attending college and they were Fla. and the Cibiri Interna- one granddaughter Avery Hig- Vt. Davis Memorial Chapel in married June 23, 1962. They tional. He was past director of gins. She was predeceased by Springfield, Vt. is assisting with eventually returned to Spring- Montpelier Court of the Royal Joan H. Farmer her parents and one sister Mar- arrangements. field, Vt., to raise their children. Order of Jesters and past trea- It was with great pride that he surer of Fort Myers Court. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – A memorial service for Joan H. Farmer, began the John C. Bacon Insur- Jack retired in 2002 and who passed away April 16, 2020, will be held Saturday, July 10, Margaret E. O’Brien, 1929-2021 ance Agency and later expand- moved to Cape Coral, Fla. Dur- 2021 at noon at the First Methodist Church in Springfield, Vt. ed it to add Financial Services. ing retirement, he enjoyed time Luncheon and socializing will follow in the church vestry. Dona- BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Mar- session of her piece of her share Among his many activities, on the boat, and with the Mari- tions may be made to First Methodist Church Music Program. garet Elizabeth O’Brien “Peggy of that dollar. he and his wife were members ners of Araba Shrine Temple, O,” 91, died June 30, 2021 at The things that she loved and of the Appalachian Mountain and most importantly, time Cedar Hill in Windsor, Vt. Peg- valued the most in life were her Club and hiked all 64 of the spent with friends and family. gy was born Aug. 4, 1929, the faith, her friends, her Irish heri- 4,000-foot mountains in New Jack is survived by his wife of CHARLESTOWN, N.H. daughter of John and Honorah tage, and above all her family. England. He was an avid skier 59 years, Carol Bacon, his son North Charlestown United Methodist Church, 471 River Rd. (Kelly) O’Brien. Peggy gradu- She was predeceased by her and was on the volunteer ski pa- John C. Bacon Jr., his daughter Worship is Sundays at 9 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Please wear a ated from Bellows Falls High parents and her sister Mary trol at Okemo Mountain for 25 Candace Stevens, son-in-law mask, observe social distancing, and keep your hands clean. School in 1947. If you were to “Mamie” Bernadette O’Brien. years. He and his wife owned a Vern Stevens, and grandsons Go to www.facebook.com/UMCOfNorthCharlestown for more look at her high school year- She is survived by her sis- powerboat named “No Regrets” Zachary Stevens and Devan book, you would see the fol- ter Catherine Ann (O’Brien) and enjoyed motoring the lakes Stevens. information. lowing words: “Meet a typical Davignon and her favorite of New England and shores of Services will be held at Cape Irish lassie with twinkling eyes, brother-in-law David Francis Florida. He was a talented mu- Coral First United Methodist LUDLOW, VT. a charming smile, and a bright Davignon. She is additionally sician, singing the lead role in Church, 4118 Coronado Park- hello for everybody. Peggy has survived by two nephews, a many plays, playing the guitar, way, Cape Coral, Fla., Saturday, United Church of Ludlow (UCC and Methodist), 48 Pleasant St. won the hearts of everyone, niece, one grandnephew, and ukulele, and organ. While at July 17, 2021 at 11 a.m. and a Sunday services are held in person and streamed online. Please both in and out of school.” one grandniece: John Francis Babson College, he joined the reception to follow. Graveside be safe and care for each other. Email [email protected] for In November of 1947, Peg- Davignon of Seattle, Wash., fraternity Delta Sigma Pi, he services will be conducted at more information. Visit www.unitedchurch.us to receive Covid-19 gy joined several other fam- Michael James Davignon (Ma- was president of the Theatre the Sarasota National Cem- updates on services and meetings. ily members as employees at yumi) of Yokohama, Japan, Guild, and a member of a men’s etery Monday, July 19, 2021. In Robertson’s Paper Company. Kathleen Kelly Elizabeth Davi- octet called the “Opis.” lieu of flowers, please consider SPRINGFIELD, VT. In March of 1948, Peggy was gnon of Fairfield, Conn., Louis Jack was a member of St. a donation to the Shriners Hos- hired as a teller at the Bellows Yoneda Davignon and Mana John’s Masonic Lodge in pital for Children, 51 Blossom Church of Christ, Rt. 11, 972 Chester Rd. Falls Trust Company. During Yoneda Davignon of Yokoha- Springfield, Vt., member of St, Boston, MA 02114, by either Sunday services are streamed online at 10 a.m. For more her tenure there, she worked ma, Japan. the Scottish Rite and York Rite mailing a donation or using the information, go to Facebook @SpringfieldVTChurchofChrist. in all areas of the bank, retiring Remaining unmarried bodies. He was Past Potentate link: www.lovetotherescue.org. in 1991 as the vice president throughout her life, Peggy fre- Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 90 Park St. in charge of human resources. quently referred to herself as Sunday Liturgy has resumed at 9:30 a.m. and Saturday vespers Her stellar rise in the banking “an unclaimed treasure.” Al- OBITUARIES: at 5 p.m. Please note, the church is limited to 50 participants. field was due in large part to though she had no children of A basic 200-word obituary is $50, and $0.20 per word there- For more information, call 802-885-2615. Hayes Stagner, who recognized her own, she loved the Davi- after. A black and white photo is an additional $10. Email to her talents and skills and en- gnon children and grandchil- [email protected] by Monday at 12 p.m. WALPOLE, N.H. couraged her to move forward dren more than life itself and in her career. they loved her in return. CHURCH SERVICES: First Congregational Church of Walpole UCC, 15 In a dedication statement Being from two strong Irish We are currently running Church Services on an alternating Washington Sq. presented at her retirement, it families made up of people schedule. Subject to space. All services are posted online at Sunday service are at 10 a.m. via Zoom. For links was stated: “It is important to named O’Brien and Kelly, she www.VermontJournal.com. and more information, go to www.facebook.com/ repeat that she worked in all is also survived by more be- FirstCongregationalWalpoleNH. areas of the bank because it loved cousins than it is possible speaks to the quality and char- to count. WESTMINSTER, VT. acter of this special person. Her The Davignon family would willingness to do whatever the like to sincerely thank Dr. GREATER FALLS The First Congregational Church of Westminster, 3470 US company needed or to help any Christopher LaRocca for the INSURANCE Rt. 5 colleague at any time is an ex- wonderful care that he provid- serving VT and NH since 1996 Sunday services are online. For more information, ample and an inspiration to all. ed to Peg over many years. She call 802-772-4148, or find us on Facebook at www. Her dedication to the bank, her hated going to the doctor’s of- facebook.com/First-Congregational-Church-of-Westminster- colleagues, and our custom- fice, but she loved seeing him. ers has been unswerving for Blessings on you, Dr. LaRocca. Inc-1506511432980057. Home • Auto • Farm • Business • Motorcycle • Recreational Vehicles all those 40-plus years. For her Additional thanks to the nu- colleagues, it has been a privi- merous doctors who cared for 7190 US Route 5 • Westminster, Vermont 05158 Your donations and lege to be associated with her.” her until she joined the com- purchases provide critical 802-463-1900 • www.greaterfallsinsurance.com ! services for low-income Peggy enjoyed time spent munity at Cedar Hill. residents in Windham and with family and friends. She We’re very grateful to the en- Windsor counties. greatly enjoyed her member- tire staff at Cedar Hill for the Discover the GOOD BUY STORES Spring/Summer ship in the 19 Williams Street wonderful care they provided items for the entire family. Recycle SHOP&SAVE $$ Coffee Group, which later to her during her time there. Donate Furniture Now! Tax deductable 10% off w/ad. relocated to any coffee shop No one could have asked for OPEN MON-SAT 10-4 RECYLE AND REUSE that allowed the group to start more. 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Bellows Falls, VT 05101 Fax: 802-460-3480 CONSTRUCTION the Bellows Falls Women’s Club Emily Dickenson once wrote: 24 x 24 Garages with 6" and loved telling jokes at their “I would like more sisters, that Reinforced Concrete and 12" meetings – even though she of- the taking out of one might Thickened Edges ten forgot the punch line. not leave such stillness.” Peggy Basic Site prep included In her younger days, Peg would want us to fill that deep David Chaves All Sizes & Styles Available was an avid golfer and bowler. and sad stillness with much She was the last living member laughter and love. It shall be $36,999 as Shown Starting at $29,999 of the “dollar bill” club. In the done. EXCAVATING Call or email for details • [email protected] early 1960s, five lovely ladies In lieu of flowers, Peggy has Family Owned & Operated Since 1980 802-591-1799 - Kevin tore a one-dollar bill into five requested that donations be pieces, each taking a piece as made to the Parks Place Fam- a reminder of their friendship. ily Resource Center in Bellows The group included Peggy, Ju- Falls. A Mass of Christian Buri- Complete Site Work lie Prybylo, Betty Faulkner, al was held July 5, 2021 at St. From Clearing to Finish Kay Hennessey, and Anna Mae Peter’s Church in North Wal- Grading, Roads, Foundations Kelly.OBITUARIES Peggy was in proud pos- pole, N.H. Septics & Drainage Problems
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In 1970, Win rounded by stonewalls, bogs, took over the Caddie Schol- and expansive vistas of moun- arship Program at Ekwanok tains and meadows. Most of and provided great leader- all, these spectacular gardens ship until his death in 1989. reflect the environment of our The scholarship program Golf tournament committee, from left to right, Thomas Mackey, Tony Vermont landscape. successfully continues to this Hoyt, Lisa Counsell, J. Violet Gannon, Susan Sommer, Sally Hespe, Nurtured and tended by day. Proceeds will be divided Bill Hoyt, and David Baer. their owners, these gardens equally between Bennington PHOTO PROVIDED offer a feeling of serenity and County Habitat for Human- quiet as you enjoy the art and Explore unique Vermont gardens with GMG Mountain Garden ity and the Manchester Com- a foursome, please contact Sally brary, at 802-549-4579, shespe@ beauty of gardening. You will Walks July 17. munity Library. Bennington Hespe, advancement manager, mclvt.org, or register online at discover a meandering artisan- PHOTO PROVIDED County Habitat brought Manchester Community Li- www.mclvt.org/hoyt-golf. well stream; a river winding home two families during the through low-lying fields; and ever-changing ideas about gar- 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. pandemic, and the Manches- an expansive pond home to dening. The tour begins at the Custer ter Community Library now wildlife. There are plantings This year’s tour also includes Sharp House, Middletown offers expanded hours with Junior waterfowl and fruit trees to nurture bees, a small-scale sheep farm cap- Road, Londonderry. Infor- in-person services five days butterflies, and hummingbirds; turing the practical and artistry mation on the tour and how per week. and a host of Norway Spruce, of gardening to provide vegeta- to purchase tickets can be Sponsorship opportuni- Arborvitae, and Freedom Ma- bles, eggs, and meat, as well as found at www.greenmoun- ties are available at different hunter training ple trees. Enjoy mature peren- the abundant wool. taingardeners.net. All pro- levels. This tournament most nial and wildflower gardens, Mountain Garden Walks, ceeds go to Green Moun- likely will sell out fast. For plus a garden of cutting flowers sponsored by Green Mountain tain Gardeners Lib Thieme more information, to reserve program and vegetables to demonstrate Gardeners, will take place July Scholarship Fund. a team, or be paired up with ST. ALBANS, Vt. – The spected individuals who strive Missisquoi National Wild- to learn all they can about wa- life Refuge Junior Waterfowl terfowl and to become knowl- Protect nesting loons and loon chicks Hunter Training Program is edgeable in firearms safety, REGION – The Vermont Fish bance during the breeding sea- ing tackle and suffer the effects son. “We also ask that motor being offered to young hunt- hunter ethics, and wildlife con- & Wildlife Department is ask- son and ingestion of fishing of lead poisoning. Lead sinkers boaters obey ‘no wake’ laws ers who want to learn more servation. ing boaters and anglers to enjoy gear,” said Doug Morin, wildlife weighing one-half ounce or less within 200 feet of shorelines about the sport of waterfowl Mentors and youths who loons from a safe distance this biologist with Vermont Fish & are illegal in Vermont. Morin because boat wakes can flood hunting and experience a would like to participate in summer. “Loons were removed Wildlife. also recommends anglers to be and destroy shoreline loon high quality waterfowl hunt. this year’s program must pre- from Vermont’s endangered spe- Morin also reminds people to careful to not attract loons to nests.” The program is offered to register with the Refuge by Fri- cies list in 2005, but two threats avoid lead fishing tackle. Loons their bait and lures, and especial- Hanson also urges shoreline youngsters 12 to 17 years of day, Aug. 6. Participation in the loons face are human distur- sometimes swallow stray fish- ly do not leave any fishing line property owners to maintain age who have an adult wa- program will be limited to 30 behind as it can kill loons. appropriate habitat for loons, terfowl hunter to serve as a enrollees. Eric Hanson oversees the including a forested area along mentor. All mentors and young hunt- Loon Conservation Project shorelines. Having shrubs and The Junior Waterfowl ers must attend the one-day JUDD’S for the Vermont Center for trees instead of lawns along Hunter Training Program is training session Saturday, Aug. Ecostudies in partnership with shorelines also improves wa- a joint educational effort of 21, with instruction beginning the Vermont Fish & Wildlife ter quality. the U.S. Fish and Wildlife at 8 a.m. at the Franklin County POWER EQUIPMENT Department. Hanson says most Volunteers interested in Service at Missisquoi Na- Sportsman’s Club on Route 36 people are respectful of nesting monitoring loons for the Loon tional Wildlife Refuge, the in St. Albans. The training ses- AUTO REPAIR - OFFICIAL INSPECTION STATION loons and give them space, but Conservation Project should Vermont Fish & Wildlife sion will be held rain or shine, people sometimes inadvertently contact Hanson at ehanson@ Department, Ducks Unlim- so participants should dress ap- 802-722-4200 harm loons without meaning to. vtecostudies.org. Volunteers ited, Delta Waterfowl, the propriately. All youth partici- “Loon chicks can be difficult to can also survey one or two Sportsman’s Club of Frank- pants should bring the shotgun 6109 US Route 5, Westminster, VT 05158 see, so we ask motor boaters to lakes on Loonwatch Day, be- lin County, and volunteers they intend to use for hunting Open Mon - Sat 7:30 am - 5:00 pm, Closed Sunday note where loon families are and ing held July 18 this year, be- to teach young hunters about to the training for a patterning to avoid those areas,” said Han- tween 8-9 a.m. The goal is to waterfowl hunting. 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REGION – How do ness. You become one of resents your share of the of the stock has declined, offers enor- stocks work? When you the company’s stockhold- risks taken and profits you’ll lose money. mous flex- buy a company’s stock, ers or shareholders. Your generated by the company. Though past perfor- ibility to con- you’re purchasing a share percentage of ownership If the company does well, mance is no guarantee of struct a stock of ownership in that busi- in a company also rep- your share of its earnings future results, stocks his- portfolio that will be proportionate to torically have had greater is tailored to how much of the com- potential for higher long- your needs. pany’s stock you own. The term total returns than There are flip side, of course, is that cash alternatives or bonds. many differ- your share of any loss will However, that potential ent types of be similarly proportion- for greater returns comes stock, and ate to your percentage of with greater risk of volatil- many dif- ownership. ity and potential for loss. ferent ways If you purchase stock, You can lose part or all of to diversify you can make money in the money you invest in a your stock Stocks by size. TABLE PROVIDED one of two ways. The com- stock. Because of that vol- holdings. For pany’s board of directors atility, stock investments example, you PUBLIC NOTICE can decide to distribute a may not be appropriate for can sort through stocks by Income stocks – for ex- propriate for you than SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT portion of the company’s money you count on to be industry, by company size, ample, utilities or financial others. With stocks, it’s 60 PARK ST. SPRINGFIELD, VT 05156 profits to its shareholders available in the short term. by location, and by growth companies – generally of- especially important to as dividends, which can You’ll need to think about prospects or income. fer higher dividend yields diversify your holdings. The Springfield Board of School Directors met virtually provide you with income. whether you have the fi- Growth stocks are usu- than market averages. That way, if one company and in person on June 21, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. to con- Also, if the value of the nancial and emotional ally characterized by cor- Value stocks are typically is in trouble, it won’t have sider, review and take action on the Springfield Local stock rises, you may be ability to ride out those porate earnings that are characterized by selling as much impact on your Education Agency Plan for the Education of Individuals able to sell your stock for ups and downs as you try increasing at a faster rate at a low price relative to a overall return as it would with Disabilities - Part II, FY-2022, also known as IDEA more than you paid for for greater returns. than their industry aver- company’s sales, earnings, if it represented your en- Part B. it. Of course, if the value The universe of stocks age or the overall market. or book value. tire portfolio. These are only some of Anyone interested in reviewing the plan should contact the many ways in which Article written by Hunt- Kelly Ryan, Director of Special Services, Springfield ournal Like us on School Bus Driver stocks can be identified, ley Financial Services. School District, 60 Park Street, Springfield, Vermont hopper Facebook! and your financial profes- For more information, 05156 by calling (802) 885-5121. @VermontJournal Green Mountain Unified School District has a position sional can help you decide contact Mark Huntley at open for a Full Time Bus Driver starting immediately. which might be more ap- 888-922-1035. Driving will be approximately 4 - 6 hours a day split between the morning and afternoon. This is a School Year TOWN OF ROCKINGHAM Position. Requirements: CDL Class B with school bus and passenger endorsement, as well as current DOT Medical The Rockingham Development Review Board will hold Card. Background Checks and a pre-employment drug two public hearings on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, begin- test are required as well as being in a pool for random ning at 6:30 p.m. The Sustainable Valley Group proposes drug testing. a minor subdivision for property located on Mill Street in Bellows Falls. Andrew Kottke proposes a residential Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.87 per hour housing project for property located at 240 Rockingham Street. Send Resumes to: Todd Parah at [email protected] The DRB will meet at the Rockingham Town Hall 3rd floor conference room and on Zoom using the meeting ID: 814 6075 8306 with the passcode ‘DRB’ GREEN MOUNTAIN UNION HIGH SCHOOL Chester, VT Full Time Custodian Position – Immediate Opening TOWN OF LONDONDERRY VERMONT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Green Mountain Union High School has an immediate opening for a 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM Custodian Positon. The Londonderry Development Review Board will meet at Custodial tasks as assigned - cleaning and maintaining 5:30 PM on Wednesday 7/21/2021, to hold a public hearing facilities, seasonal outdoor grounds maintenance. Must be for an application from Apache Asset Management for a self-motivated and able to work independently. Must be variance to do a boundary line change on two noncon- able to abide by safety regulations and medical precau- forming small lots at 2167 and 2173 North Main St..
tions. Some tasks will be performed outdoors in extreme Pursuant to 24 V.S.A. Sections 4464(a)(1)(c) and 4471(a), cold or heat. Position involves bending, reaching, pulling, participation in the local proceedings is a prerequisite walking up and down stairs, lifting (50 lbs) and stepping to take any subsequent appeal. Application materials are up and down. Criminal Background Record Check will be available by emailing the town’s Zoning Administrator at required. [email protected].
Benefits include Health Insurance, State Retirement, sick The meeting will be held in person at the Town Office days, paid holidays and vacation days Building. Send resume or complete a Two Rivers Supervisory Union Job Application to: Todd Parah Town of Londonderry, VT Director of Facilities JOB OPENINGS Green Mountain Union High School 716 VT Route 103 South Road Crew Member/Equipment Operator Chester, VT 05143 EOE Work includes plowing, grading, ditching, road repair, roadside mowing, culvert work, chainsaw operation, equipment maintenance, and other duties. A clean driv-
ing record, a CDL license, and the ability to pass drug/ Town of Westminster alcohol tests are required. Highway/road maintenance P.O. BOX 147 WESTMINSTER, VT 05158 experience preferred. This is a full-time position with Tel. 802-722- 4524 Fax 802-722-9816 excellent benefits.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD (DRB) Transfer Station Attendant WESTMINSTER TOWN HALL Part-time (5 hours per week) Transfer Station Attendant Westminster, Vermont to work on weekends. Backhoe experience preferred. Legal Notice Applicants must complete and submit a required Em- ployment Application, which can be found in the Town The Westminster Development Review Board will meet Forms section of the Town web site: www.londonderryvt. at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, August 2, 2021 to consider the org. Submit via email to townadmin@londonderryvt. following: org or mail to: Town of Londonderry, 100 Old School Application #21-71 Anthony Perri & Elaine Ingraham Street, South Londonderry, VT 05155. Other supporting (Owner & Applicant)) – property located at 3366 US information from applicants is welcome. Route 5. The Applicant is requesting to add a Post & Positions opened until filled. The Town of Londonderry Beam Screened in Porch on the North Side of the existing is an equal opportunity employer. house of the full time residence. This Application will be reviewed under Section 311 Site Plan Review; Section 445 Village District Zone; and Article IX Historical Preserva- tion Overlay District of the adopted 2017 Zoning Bylaws. Town & Village of Ludlow Development Review Board Application #21-72 Alex Lyon & Son - Timothy Wells (Owner & Applicant ) – property located at 3338 US Notice of Public Hearing Route 5. The Applicant is requesting a Minor Subdivi- sion off of Old Codding Road. This Application will be A ZOOM electronic board meeting will be held on July reviewed under Section 311 Site Plan Review, Section 445 26, 2021 at 6:00 P.M., to hear the following application: Village District Zone and Article VIII Subdivision of Land (Minor Subdivision); and Article IX Historical Preserva- APPLICATION NUMBER: 484--21-ACT250 tion Overlay District of the adopted 2017 Zoning Bylaws. APPLICANTS: Pietro & Janine Seippel Scotti PROPERTY LOCATION: Dix Hill Road Application #21-76 Robert & Joyce Walker (Owner & PARCEL NUMBER: 020205.000 Applicant)) – property located at 235 School Street. The Applicant is requesting to add a 14’ x 83’ Screened Porch, REASON FOR HEARING: Local Act250 review. New Roof, and Replacement of Siding in the Historic District. This Application will be reviewed under Section The URL Link and Meeting ID No. will be available on our 311 Site Plan Review; Section 445 Village District Zone; website www.ludlow.vt.us when the agenda is posted on and Article IX Historical Preservation Overlay District of July 20, 2021. the adopted 2017 Zoning Bylaws. (Note: You must first sign up for a free Zoom account Participation in the proceeding is a prerequisite to the by going to: https://zoom.us/signup) right to make any subsequent appeals. Additional information may be obtained in the Planning The application is available for review in the Westminster & Zoning Office in the Town Hall Town Hall, 3651 US Route 5 Westminster, Vermont 05158, Monday – Friday from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. Rosemary Goings, Board Clerk The Vermont Journal/The Shopper July 07, 2021 | 9A REAL ESTATE calendar
JULY 11 – concert day. JULY 18 – in Proctorsville, weather and The East Bay Jazz Bring chairs or blankets. The town of Cavendish GASSETTS, Vt. – The WALPOLE, N.H. – The permitting. Masks and Ensemble Sunday, Aug. For more information, continues their Summer Green Mountain Express LUDLOW, Vt. – Ludlow Springfield Community physical distancing are 1, from 7-8 p.m., at the please call Robin at Concert Series Wednesday, and Gassetts Grange are Summer Bandstand series Band, under the direction only required for those former Black River High 802-226-7736. In case Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. with The holding a non-open mic presents DC3 Sunday, July of Cindy Boehm- who are not vaccinated. School front lawn. Rain of rain, please check the Gully Boys performing on jam Sunday, July 11, from 11, from 7-8 p.m., at the Patenaude, will present a Bring chairs or blankets. venue is at the Ludlow Cavendish Facebook page the Svec Memorial Green 1-4 p.m., at the grange, former Black River High free concert Sunday, July For more information, Community Center. Visit for further information. in Proctorsville, weather located above the junction School front lawn. Rain 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the please call Robin at www.ludlowvtparksandrec. permitting. Masks and AUG. 8 – of Routes 10 and 103 venue is at the Ludlow gazebo on Elm Street in 802-226-7736. In case com for details. physical distancing are North, five miles north Community Center. Visit Walpole, N.H. The concert of rain, please check the LUDLOW, Vt. – Ludlow only required for those AUG. 4 – of Chester. There will be www.ludlowvtparksandrec. will feature the trombones Cavendish Facebook page Summer Bandstand series who are not vaccinated. a 50/50 drawing and com for details. and the percussion for further information. PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. – presents Gypsy Reel Bring chairs or blankets. maybe a “mystery bag.” It section, as well as a The town of Cavendish Sunday, Aug. 8, from For more information, JULY 13 – JULY 23 – is recommended, but not variety of other offerings, continues their Summer 7-8 p.m., at the former please call Robin at SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The required, to wear masks. including Leroy Anderson’s CHARLESTOWN, N.H. – Concert Series Wednesday, Black River High School 802-226-7736. In case Springfield Community We ask for a donation per “The Typewriter” and Firehouse 6 Dixieland Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. with front lawn. Rain venue is of rain, please check the Band, under the direction person at the door. Snacks, “Syncopated Clock,” music Band will perform a free Gypsy Reel performing on at the Ludlow Community Cavendish Facebook page of Nick Pelton, will present bottled water, and some from the Star Wars movies, concert Friday, July 23, the Svec Memorial Green Center. Visit www. for further information. a free concert Tuesday, sodas for sale. For more and “Remember Me” from from 6:30-8 p.m., at the in Proctorsville, weather ludlowvtparksandrec.com July 13, at 7:30 p.m., information, call Donna the movie “Coco.” Charlestown Senior Center, permitting. Masks and for details. dedicated to the memory of Share your event with us! at 802-591-4290 or the 223 Old Springfield Rd., in physical distancing are clarinetist Cindy McCarthy. AUG. 11 – grange building at 802- LUDLOW, Vt. – Ludlow Charlestown. Refreshments only required for those [email protected] The concert will take place PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. – 875-1051. Summer Bandstand series on sale will include who are not vaccinated. at the outdoor bandstand presents Spencer Lewis and burgers, hot dogs, chips, SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Free at Riverside Middle School, The New Old Vermonters cold beverages, and a popup concert with 13 Fairground Rd. in Sunday, July 18, from sweet. Please bring a lawn Professional Friendly Service singer-songwriter duo Dan Springfield. In addition to 7-8 p.m., at the former chair. 13 Clinton Street • Springfield, VT 05156 selections by the full band, Black River High School 802-885-2500 • www.musevermont.com and Faith Senie Sunday, JULY 25 – July 11, from 3-5 p.m., the saxophone quartet front lawn. Rain venue is and the jazz ensemble will LUDLOW, Vt. – Ludlow outdoors at Springfield at the Ludlow Community Lori Muse, Carol Cole, UU Meetinghouse, 21 perform. Please bring a Center. Visit www. Summer Bandstand series Broker/Owner REALTOR Fairground Rd. The chair. ludlowvtparksandrec.com presents Michelle Fay Band event is free, but tips are for details. Sunday, July 25, from Homes like these are a rare find with big, spacious rooms, CHESTER, Vt. – Southern encouraged for musicians. 7-8 p.m., at the former high ceilings and lots of details. The first floor of this home Vermont Astronomy JULY 19 – offers formal dining room, formal and informal living room Rain or shine. If moved Black River High School Group’s July monthly (with woodstove) newer kitchen with walk-in pantry, laundry inside, masks and social LUDLOW, Vt. – Please give front lawn. Rain venue is meeting is scheduled for room, master suite with full bathroom, a large front/center hall. distancing will be required. blood at the American at the Ludlow Community Upstairs offers a second master bedroom with bath, sitting room, Tuesday, July 13 at 7 The concert will also be Red Cross Blood Drive, Center. Visit www. additional bedrooms, bath and in-law kitchen for configuration p.m. via Zoom. The topic as one pleases. Outside offers wrap around porches, attached live on Zoom. Please log Monday, July 19, from 12- ludlowvtparksandrec.com this month, presented by garage, deck area and a large Barn. The grounds consisting of in at 3 p.m. For details 5:30 p.m., at the Ludlow for details. Erik Schmitt, is “Special 1+/- acres is a delightful walk including gardens, fire pit, former contact uuspringfieldvt@ American Legion. No water feature. Well cared for and worth a look! $399,000 Relativity is Relatively JULY 28 – gmail.com. Zoom link: walk-ins at this time; call Weird (in a special way).” PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. – https://us02web.zoom. 100-RED-CROSS to make Please visit our events page The town of Cavendish This well maintained commercial property is on the main us/j/6130779853. an appointment. highway with great visibility and in close proximity to the at www.sovera.org/events continues their Summer JULY 21 – Toonerville, walking and bike path,for those needing a mid-day GRAFTON, Vt. – The for the Zoom link. Concert Series break. Ideal spacious professional office spaces, with a bit of the Grafton Cornet Band will SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Free Wednesday, July 28 at 6 modern industrial, look so desired in today market, a break PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. – The room and plenty of parking. The covered deck is great for coffee play its first post-Covid community picnic lunch p.m. with Rick Davis and town of Cavendish presents break time in the warm months. In addition this could, with a concert on the Grafton’s Wednesday, July 21, from Friends performing on few alterations, become a delightful 2-3 bedroom home.Priced to another in its continuing Library lawn Sunday, July 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Svec Memorial Green sell, so call today. $139,000 series of Wednesday 11 at 5 p.m., weather at the First Congregational in Proctorsville, weather evening concerts July 14 permitting. It will be a Church in Springfield permitting. Masks and at 6 p.m. when Yankee traditional community on the side lawn. Menu physical distancing are This home boasts a former life as the ‘Ice House,’ but there’s Chank will appear on the band concert with familiar includes hot dogs, only required for those nothing cold about this warm and inviting home. Located on the Svec Memorial Green outskirts of Westminster, this New Englander offers a main floor and upbeat music for the hamburgers, baked beans, who are not vaccinated. in Proctorsville, weather with mudroom/entry, dining area, modern kitchen, living room whole family in beautiful and coleslaw. Let’s hope for Bring chairs or blankets. with pellet stove and large center chimney and two bedrooms. permitting. Masks and Grafton. Bring chairs or a good weather. If not, we For more information, Upstairs offers a spacious room for the third bedroom or exten- physical distancing are blanket for comfort while will have takeout available. please call Robin at sive storage. Outside offers a nice shed and one bay garage. All only required for those situated on 14+/- acres with easy access to I91. $179,900 you experience the grand 802-226-7736. In case who are not vaccinated. 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GRAFTON CHESTER SPRINGFIELD NEWFANE 802-843-2390 802-875-2323 802-885-8282 802-365-4311 10A | July 07, 2021 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper arts & entertainment VINE Sanctuary Pasture Black River Academy Museum Pals education program presents “Sylvia” SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Did you VINE. health of our attendees. Social LUDLOW, Vt. – The Black from Perkinsville, well up to the Fahlbusch of Proctorsville who know chickens are dinosaurs? Or This program is developed distancing and other CDC River Academy Museum Play- task having played multiple com- tries to deal with Sylvia’s attempts that cows create families? Has a and co-taught by special educa- guidelines will be followed. ers’ cast of “Sylvia,” a rollicking ic and dramatic roles on stage. to make friends; Paul Faenza of goat helped your art project? All tor Cat Weiner, who also has an This program is free and comedy is in rehearsal at the Sara Norcross of Reading is an- Belmont as a fellow dog-lover these experiences and more hap- arts-based focus. Each session open to the public. Registra- Ludlow Town Hall Audito- other seasoned actress. She plays who is full of advice, and Scott pen during Pasture Pals at VINE introduces a humane education tion is required and can be rium. Renowned playwright the wife Kate who has to put up Stearns of Ludlow as a marriage Sanctuary. VINE, Veganism Is lesson, like teaching boundaries found online at www.tinyurl. A.R. Gurney has created a with the rambunctious dog her counselor whose attempts at the Next Evolution, is a refuge and consent, while also includ- com/VINE-sanctuary. For dream title role for any actress husband found in the park when counseling Kate and Greg sends for 700 formerly farmed animals ing time with the non-human more information, contact looking for a challenge that she’d rather concentrate on set- him running off to his own psy- and those rescued from vivisec- animals, art lessons, and volun- Anna Boarini at anna@brave- requires her to impersonate tling into a new life in Manhat- chiatrist. tion, the entertainment indus- teering time. Children will be birds.org. a female dog who comes be- tan. Versatile actor Tom Field of Show dates for this high-spirit- try, and situations of abuse and encouraged to interact with non- • Session 1 dates: Saturdays, tween a middle-class financial Springfield plays Greg, a man ed and entertaining show are July neglect. We work for social and human animals on their terms July 10, July 24, and Aug. 7, analyst and his long-suffering whose dog leads him to break 30 and 31 and Aug. 6 and 7. For environmental justice, as well as while learning from them. from 12-2 p.m. wife. out of old conventional roles. more information, go to www. animal liberation. VINE is offering four separate • Session 2 dates: Tuesdays, Katherine King is an actress The cast is completed by Ann bramvt.org/upcoming-events. Pasture Pals is a humane edu- sessions this summer, three on- July 13, July 27, Aug. 10, and cation program open to all chil- site at the sanctuary in Spring- Aug. 24, from 1-3 p.m. dren ages 6 and up. This pro- field and one virtual. The virtual • Session 3 dates: Saturdays, gram teaches lessons based on session of Pasture Pals is open to Aug. 28, Sept. 4, Sept. 18, and Collaborative exhibition works empathy and compassion while all ages. Oct. 2, from 1-3 p.m. also giving children, and their Because children under 12 • Virtual session dates: Sun- adult, the chance to experience cannot be vaccinated at this time, days, July 11, July 25, Aug. 8, to strengthen arts community the non-human community at we want to ensure the safety and and Aug. 22, from 2-3 p.m. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – McMahan, Lisa Eckhardt Mc- or go to www.mainstreetarts. From July 4 through Aug. 9, Nealus, Charles Norris-Brown, org. Canal Street Art Gallery will MC Noyes, Phyllis Rosser, Me- The Canal Street Art Gal- F&W presentation on black bears hold a Represented Artist lissa Rubin, Matthew Saxton, lery exhibits local artists while SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – On nivora, which also includes dogs, Forrest M. Hammond is Show with Main Street Arts Gretchen Seifert, and Rodrica holding an open space where Wednesday, July 21 at 6 p.m., cats, weasels, and raccoons? For- currently a wildlife biolo- in Saxtons River. This collab- Tilley. On Sunday, July 11, from all creative voices may be heard. join Vermont Fish & Wildlife at rest Hammond will be speaking gist with the Vermont Fish orative group show recogniz- 4-6 p.m., meet the artists at the Important to their mission is the Springfield Town Library for about the history and behavior of & Wildlife Department and es a similarity in CSAG and reception followed by The Royal the recognition of art making a presentation about black bears. bears in Vermont and the chal- works out of the Springfield MSA’s missions to strengthen Chillharmonic with cellist Eu- as both income and expense to Did you know that black bears lenges of living with Vermont’s state office. He received both the arts community in Rock- gene Friesen. the artist. The selling of an art- are members of the order Car- largest predator. a Bachelor of Science in zool- ingham. To celebrate this col- Main Street Arts, an arts in- ist’s work can have a direct ef- ogy and a Master of Science laboration, CSAG will donate stitution of over 30 years, is a fect on their ability to afford the in wildlife management from 20% of the total sales of art- catalyst for the arts in southern time and materials necessary to Knitting with Friends the University of Wyoming. work to MSA. Vermont. A place of inclusion, create more. CSAG, located at Wednesdays 10am-12pm He currently serves on the The exhibit will include it provides a gathering space 23 Canal Street in Bellows Falls, Knit Knite Thursdays 5-8pm department’s Big Game Team artwork from Clare Adams, where all are welcome, regard- is open Wednesday to Satur- Virtual Zoom Thursdays 7-8pm and is instrumental in setting Jean Cannon, Nancy Fitz- less of experience, ability, age, or day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For seasons and bag limits for deer Rapalje, Alexandra Fraser, financial resources. Main Street more information, go to www. Odd Bobbins Spinners Second Sunday each Month and moose and is responsible Kathie Gatto-Gurney, Kim Arts is located at 35 Main Street canalstreetartgallery.com, call for doing environmental re- Grall, Corinne Greenalgh, in Saxtons River. For more in- Mike or Emmett at 802-289- Wed 10-4, Thurs 12-8, views of residential and com- Carol Keiser, Nicholas Ke- formation, call 802-869-2960, 0104, or email artinfo@ca- Fri 12-4, Sat 10-4 mercial development projects kic, Marcie Maynard, Jeanne email [email protected], nalstreetartgallery.com. in southern Vermont. He is www.SixLooseLadies.com | 802-875-7373 287 Main St. On The Green, Chester, VT also the leader of the depart- ment’s black bear program. Forrest lives with his wife Calling all local artists to VAULT Colleen and bird dog Thorne in Hartland. This program is Open Wall Show 25th Anniversary Celebration free and open to the public. Contact Tracey at stlvtpro- SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – All at the VAULT in our non-juried time as well as for seasoned art- 25% off all purchases on Friday, July 9th! [email protected] or 802- local artists are invited to Open Wall Show. Local is de- ists. There is no jury or fee. 885-3108 with any questions. show their work at Gallery fined as living within a 30-mile Please bring work that is Lemonade and Popsicle Stand radius of Springfield, Vt. The framed and wired for hanging theme for our next show is “Full and acceptable for viewing by to benefit The Collaborative Spectrum.” all ages. Artists can bring in two This is a great opportunity works if they are 18-by-20 Enter raffle between July 9th and 16th for artists who would like to get to win one of 25 great prizes! their work out there for the first See VAULT on Page 11A Cash and Carry only. No Deliveries. Up to 25% Off All Framed Artworks The Emporium Tobacco FULL SERVICE Offer Ends 07/31/21. 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SUMMER HOURS: Tuesday 11-8, Wednesday 11-8, Thursday 11-8, Friday 11-8, Saturday 11-5, Sunday 11-5 Knight Tubs Pools & Spas 11 Main Street • Ludlow, Vermont 802-885-1010 • 155 Golf Course Rd. Springfield, VT Just 5 minutes from downtown Springfield on the Weathersfield Center Road 228-2260 • www.knighttubs.com The Vermont Journal/The Shopper July 07, 2021 | 11A arts & entertainment Fletcher Farm events and classes Yankee Chank LUDLOW, Vt. – The Fletcher (two days) with Susan Damone There are still more than 10day except by Monday. Farm School for the Arts and Balch Young Artist classes on our The raffle is still ongo- Crafts hosts events and classes • July 10-12: Making a Shep- schedule. For more information ing for the Baltimore - Al to play in throughout July and August. herd’s Rug with Sue Carey about these classes or any oth- bum Quilt donated by Viola Here are the classes starting • July 12-16: Quilter’s Choice ers in our summer term, please Greening, a master applique the early weeks of July. Keep in (five days) with Susan Damone visit our website at www.fletch- artist. The quilt has been - ap mind that advance registration Balch. This class is full but an- erfarm.org. You can register on- praised at $6,500. Ms. Green- Proctorsville is required. other class is offered Aug. 9-13. line or call the office to register ing will select the winning CAVENDISH, Vt. – The nated by the Cavendish Com- • July 6-9: Intaglio Printmak- • July 12-16: Silver Fabrication at 802-228-8770. ticket Valentine’s Day 2022. town of Cavendish presents munity and Conservation As- ing Workshop with Roger Hyn- for Young Artists with Harold Our Gift and Craft Shop is You can purchase tickets another in its continuing se- sociation on behalf of the town dman Bosco. This class is full, but -an now open, selling a wide variety from our website, or - in per ries of Wednesday evening of Cavendish. All concerts are • July 10-11: Beginning Spoon other class is offered July 26-30. of items made by our members son in our office, the Gift andconcerts July 14 at 6 p.m.free and open to the public. Carving with Andre Souligny • July 15-16: Creative Metal- and instructors. The shop is Craft Shop, or at one of ourwhen Yankee Chank will Bring a blanket or a chair and a • July 10-11: Quilter’s Choice working with Piper Strong open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., everyfestivals. appear on the Svec Memo-picnic dinner. Join with friends rial Green in Proctorsville,or make new ones. Both Mur- weather permitting. dock’s Restaurant and Outer Yankee Chank is a Ver- Limits Brewing are open for mont group that performs dining and takeout. Please sup- Rockingham Library presents Modern traditional Cajun music from port your local businesses and the heart of southwest Loui- please help continue this free siana. The French-speaking Wednesday evening tradition Times Theater people of eastern Canada, in Cavendish. Everyone is wel- BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The ing forward to a more traditional paint and decorate to include in time between Monday, July 12 our immediate neighbor to come. Rockingham Free Public Li- summer reading program with the exhibit in August. and Wednesday, July 14. We’ll the north, were the inspira- Wearing masks at the con- brary kicks off the 2021 Summer a twist. Youth Services Librar- Sign your kids up for the read- create a video of how your tion for the southern Cajuns cert and physical distancing Reading Program with Modern ian Sam Maskell says, “We’ve ing part of the program. Stop by stuffed animal spent the night and thereby inspired Yankee are only required for those who Times Theater in “The Perils of learned a lot in the last year the library to register or go on- in the library. Find the RFPL Chank. The band has been are not vaccinated. The green is Mr. Punch: That’s the Story of about providing safe programs line to www.vermont.beanstack. Youth Department’s YouTube performing both Cajun and large and the band will be loud My Life” Wednesday, July 7 at for all ages. So, most of our- proorg to keep track of summer channel online to see videos Zydeco music around Ver- enough to be heard through- 5 p.m. at the Rockingham Rec grams will be outside or virtualreading, then bring your kids tofrom previous years. Don’t mont and beyond, using out, so please spread out and under the open-air pavilion. In and masks will still be requiredthe library once a week to pickforget to pick up your stuffed fiddle, accordion, guitar, and maintain distancing. case of inclement weather, the to protect unvaccinated youth.” a free book off of the summeranimal July 16. bass since 1996. The band’s For more information, please rain date for this program will be Other programs scheduled reading prize shelves. This program is free and performances offer a dis- call Robin at 802-226-7736. In July 15 at 5 p.m. also at the Rock- to take place outdoors at the The following week, the library open to the public. For more tinctive immersion into this case of rain, please check the ingham Rec. Check in with the Rockingham Rec include “Wild will be hosting the 12th Annual information, contact the - li unique regional music. Cavendish Facebook page for library at 802-463-4270 or www. Animal Tales” with the South- Stuffed Animal Sleepover. What brary at 802-463-4270, email This concert is coordi- further information. rockinghamlibrary.org for up- ern Vermont Natural History would your stuffed animal do if youthservices@rockingham- dates. This all-ages program is Museum July 22 at 5 p.m., andit spent the night at the library? library.org, go online to www. free and open to the public and Michael Caduto’s “Earth TalesFind out by bringing one of your rockinghamlibrary.org, or is presented with financial sup- from Around the World” Julydolls, figures, or stuffed animals stop by the library at 65 West- port from the Vermont Depart- 29 at 5 p.m. Tuesday and -Thursto the Youth Department any- minster St. in Bellows Falls. ment of Libraries. day morning storytimes at 10:30 This updated classic follows a.m. will take place outdoors at the troubles and travails of pup- the library, weather permitting, petry’s favorite loudmouth, Mr. or online. Call the library, go to VAULT during open hours. The show Punch. The skillfully operated www.rockinghamlibrary.org, From Page 10A will run July 28 to Oct. 13. hand puppets are made of gar- or check the library’s Facebook Gallery at the VAULT, 68 Main bage and upcycled materials, page for current updates. inches or smaller, or one if Street in Springfield, is open and are chock full of surprises The library also has weekly it is larger. Sculpture, jewelry, Wednesday and Saturday, from and tricks, as is the elaborate online book groups for middle pottery, and fiber art are wel- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, stage. It’s a low-tech, old-time grade readers, Friday night Teen come along with the paint- from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more spectacle, entertaining to chil- Gaming through roll20.net, and ings and photos. information, call 802-885-7111, dren of all ages. in August a Teen Mini-Art Show. Please bring the artwork in email galleryvault@vermontel. This year the Rockingham Li- Teens can register now to receive Wednesday, July 21; Friday, net, or visit www.galleryvault. brary Youth Department is look- a 3x3 mini-canvas and easel to July 23; or Saturday, July 24 org. Handicap accessible.
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To bolster projects to help learn and SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Senior looking forward to her leader- a disability, to live in their that helps parents in recov- herself, she makes a card with share the message of this story, Solutions wishes to congratu- ship as we move ahead work- homes and communities ery and their children make the message ‘You are amaz- where one small act of kind- late Mary Hayden from Barre, ing to making the lives of older with dignity and good qual- connections and realize ing.’ That card sets off a chain ness ripples out to connect Vt., who has been named ex- Vermonters safe and comfort- ity of life. Services include they are not alone in their reaction that ends up mak- four kids in this stirring novel ecutive director of the Vermont able. We are delighted that she Meals on Wheels and com- struggle. Children are very ing a difference in the lives of by the author of the beloved Association of Area Agencies will be our leader in our mis- munity meals, long-term welcome and snacks will be some kids who could also use a “The Benefits of Being an Oc- on Aging. Previously, Mary sion of service to all our older care coordination, caregiver provided. boost – be it from dealing with topus.” had been using her skills as the relatives and community mem- programs, Medicare and “The Flight of the Puf- bullies, unaccepting families, The Book Club will take Development and Communi- bers. Mary’s goal of making it health insurance counsel- fin,” by local author Ann or the hole that grief leaves. place Thursdays from 7-8 p.m. cations director at the Central possible for every individual to ing and education, wellness Braden, tells how one small Receiving an encouraging at Turning Point Recovery Vermont Council on Aging. age with equality and dignity in activities and programs, and act of kindness ripples out message helps each kid sum- Center, 39 Elm Street, Brattle- Mary has been a great advocate Vermont will guide us into the information and referrals to connect four kids. The mon up the thing they need boro. To register for this free for older Vermonters. As an at- future. for legal and mental health children receive encourag- most, whether it’s bravery, opportunity, call 802-618- torney she also managed the The V4A is an association services and benefits such as ing messages along the way empathy, or understanding. 0006 and ask for Olivia. We Vermont Judiciary’s advocacy representing Vermont’s five housing, fuel, and 3Squares- and summon up what they Because it helps them realize can provide a Zoom link if programs for families and chil- not-for-profit Area Agencies VT. In partnership with state need – bravery, empathy, or they matter – and that they’re you prefer to participate from dren in family court. on Aging providing a wide and federal agencies and the understanding. not flying solo anymore.” home. If you need help getting All of us in the five Councils spectrum of services and sup- aging advocacy network in “Libby comes from a long To accompany this book the book, just let us know. on Aging in Vermont know, ports for older Vermonters, Vermont, V4A advocates like, and respect Mary. 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You provide Legitimate rental companies debit card information and re- request credit card numbers ceive a confirmation number. and, in fact, many will not ac- Two weeks later, at the arrival cept debit cards. airport, you discover that the The scam scenario looks rental company doesn’t exist something like this: You need and the money is gone. to rent a car for the summer This scenario is playing out vacation in Colorado so you for travelers nationwide. How do a general Google search for do you avoid the scam? “rental cars.” The search reveals Begin with the key pieces of 3,84 billion results in under a advice: Is this too good to be second. Wow! Of course you see true? Did you allow emotion the usual companies – Hertz, over the opportunity to over- Avis, Alamo – as well as travel take logic? Did you give in to consolidators – Priceline, Ex- crowd mentality as exhibited pedia, Travelocity. But, you also by the testimonials? Was the see names you likely do not rec- scarcity of rental cars driving ognize. Prominently featured your decision? If the answer to in the results are prices you one or more of these is “yes,” can hardly believe so you click you’ve fallen “under the ether,” on the website link where you a heightened state of emotion. see attractive cars at very low The FTC provides some very prices. The website provides clear recommendations when a toll-free number to contact renting a car. customer service where you 1. Research the company – can verify the fee and prepay not using their website. Enter with a debit card or gift card. the company name in your In addition, the webpage dis- browser with the word “scam,” @VermontJournal plays several testimonial state- “review,” or “complaint” to see if any negative records or bad customer experiences are not- ed. Visiting the website for Trip Advisor, Consumer Reports, or the Better Business Bureau can be helpful. 2. Verify deals with the com- pany directly. Scammers are very capable of creating look- alike websites, so contact the company using its official web- site. Do not use a search engine as the criminals can actually pay to have their website ap- pear at the top of listings. 3. As noted previously, use a credit card, never gift cards or debit cards. Aside from fringe benefits like insurance cover- age and rewards, credit card Positions Available charges can be disputed. Gift card and debit card funds can disappear without a trace. Sign on Bonus offered As with so many of our ac- for some positions! tivities today, we need to apply vigilance and possibly a degree of skepticism in order to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. HOUSEKEEPING TECHNICIANS Happy and safe travels! MT/MLT Want a free list of fraud- fighting resources? Have ques- PHYSICAL THERAPIST tions or comments? Contact RN’S me at [email protected].
Elliott Greenblott is a re- Visit www.springfieldhospital.org/careers tired educator and coordinator Springfield Hospital of the AARP Vermont Fraud 25 Ridgewood Road, Springfield, VT 05156 Watch Network. He hosts a CATV program, Mr. Scammer, 802-885-7041 distributed by GNAT-TV in Sunderland, Vt.