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Zander Hamilton MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – Mount Holly Day was recently held, which included live music, tug of war, swimming, sack races, and lots of fun! donates to Chester PHOTOS BY JOE HAMMOND Recreation Dept.

CHESTER, Vt. – Zander Hamilton, age 4, of Chester, Vt. re- GMUSD meeting and decisions cently won the Savings Bank of Walpole coloring contest. He got to choose a nonprofit organization to donate $250. He chose the Chester Recreation Dept. Pictured is Zander with his picture and Matt McCarthy, recreation director, with the dona- shaped by ongoing legal woes tion. Thank you, Zander. PHOTO PROVIDED BY SHARON HUNTLEY claims. TRSU currently uses at- The Vermont Journal torneys Lynn, Lynn, Blackman & Manitsky from Burlington, CHESTER, Vt. – The July which is an approved counsel 2019 Killington 18 meeting of Green Moun- by VSBIT. Vincent also talked tain Unified School District of several free services that VS- began with an addition to BIT provides including review- the agenda for an executive ing a number of documents for Wine Festival session to discuss yet an- the TRSU and school districts. other lawsuit being brought The TRSU employee hand- against the Two Rivers Su- book was again brought before pervisory Union for a dis- the board for approval but was premier tasting criminatory firing at Cav- quickly targeted for revision by endish Town Elementary Board Member Doug McBride, School. This is the third law- largely to improve legal protec- The recent GMUSD meeting. suit being dealt with at the tions for the TRSU. McBride PHOTO BY SHARON HUNTLEY TRSU. Two other pending cited three specific issues with lawsuits were discussed at the handbook: that it included GMUSD and LMHUUSD. “We With the GMUSD board ul- last month’s GMUSD meet- aspirational statements that go budgeted $15,000. That’s just timately paying a portion of the ing also in executive session. beyond legal requirement; that getting to be a big number,” he legal tab for TRSU, McBride re- Those lawsuits involved the there aren’t enough employer said. The costs will continue to iterated that he did not believe firing of a TRSU executive protections since it was written increase with the latest lawsuit the grievance had been cured. assistant and a dog-biting from an employee versus em- in addition to TRSU Financial “Either find a different way to incident involving an 8-year- ployer point of view; and that Director Cheryl Hammond cure it or be prepared to pay old special needs student, language should follow a more saying that all the legal bills for another attorney to fight it,” another news publication conservative approach fol- have not been received yet. said McBride. reported. lowing Vermont statute more In the board comments Superintendent Meg Pow- With that addition, many closely. The board agreed with agenda item, McBride turned den said that the Board Chair agenda items and decisions Board Chairman Joe From- to Open Meeting Law viola- of TRSU and LMHUUSD Paul 2019 Killington Wine Festival’s Premier Tasting at Peak Lodge. that followed in the meet- berger requested that McBride tions with the TRSU board. Ac- Orzechowski felt that they had PHOTO BY SHARON HUNTLEY ing reflected the GMUSD write down his statements to cording to McBride, he still be- cured the violation. board’s heightened concern submit to Superintendent Meg lieves that the TRSU board has McBride reiterated his point BY SHARON HUNTLEY national wines. There was for their TRSU’s ongoing le- Powden and then asked the not “cured” the Open Meeting and then made a motion that The Vermont Journal also a long food table serving gal issues. superintendent to ask for as- Law Violations stemming from the GMUSD representatives stuffed savory waffle cups, Tim Vincent from Vermont sistance from VSBIT to review three meeting violations. on TRSU board make a motion KILLINGTON, Vt. – The and another with cheeses, School Boards Insurance the handbook and bring back GMUSD, TRSU, and LM- at the TRSU’s next meeting to leisurely picturesque gondola dips, crackers, vegetables, Trust gave a presentation to them with recommended HUUSD were all accused of adopt “the cure” that was suc- ride to the Killington Mountain and fruit. Appetizers were on the insurance coverage changes. violating Vermont’s Open cessfully adopted by GMUSD summit Friday evening, July 19 also circulated throughout of the TRSU, which covers A breakdown of the TRSU Meeting Law by the Ches- board. That motion was passed was the perfect way to kick off the room. Classical music the TRSU itself as well as all legal bills was distributed to ter Telegraph through a letter unanimously. the weekend-long 2019 Killing- played by students from the the schools in the district the board, which broke out dated June 4, 2019. Both TRSU As a note of interest, Board ton Wine Festival with the pre- Killington Music Festival including Green Mountain the bills by category for nego- and LMHUUSD boards chose Representatives from GMUSD mier tasting at the Peak Lodge added to the ambiance. Union High School, Chester tiations, arbitration, grievance, to follow advice given by legal for the TRSU board included event. After being greeted with Each wine table was Andover Elementary School, and general. Each was then counsel Chris Leopold, which Kate Lamphere, Deb Brown, a goody bag that included a manned by a representative Cavendish Town Elementary broken into the district respon- included admission of errors, and Joe Fromberger. Kate Lam- custom event glass and palm- of the vineyard itself, or from School, Ludlow Elementary sible for the fee. Grand total citing the proper topic and ex- phere had resigned as of July sized glossy tasting notes book- the wine distributor, knowl- School, Black River Middle for the legal expenses totaled emption for going into execu- from the TRSU board and Deb let, guests escaped steamy tem- edgeable about the vineyard, School/High School, and $82,787.11 – with a break- tive session, retroactively going Brown also requested she be peratures at the base area and process, and flavor notes of Mount Holly Elementary down of $23,591.99 for TRSU, into executive session and re- replaced on that board. Wayne enjoyed the spectacular views the wines. Engaging with the School. The insurance cov- $46,100.77 for GMUSD and ratifying any action taken. Wheelock and Fred Marin on the way up the mountain via vintner to learn about the ers educators legal liability $13,094.35 for LMHUUSD – McBride advised following a were both appointed and ap- gondola to the cooler breezy wines enhanced the experi- for school districts. significantly higher than the different path that followed the proved to fill their place and summit. ence beyond the palate. One The presentation con- budgeted total $27,500 with state statute on how to “cure” Jeff Hance became the alter- Once inside the Peak Lodge vintner new to the Killington firmed that the levels of $6,000 for TRSU, $15,000 for a violation, which included nate. The board confirmed that with windows overlooking the Wine Festival was One Hope coverage were appropriate GMUSD, and $6,500 for LM- a two-meeting solution that both Lamphere and Brown will mountain views, guests mean- Wine with vintner Dave Vin- for the TRSU district. Dur- HUUSD. allowed for the public to be remain on the GMUSD board. dered among tables featuring cent engaging guests with ing the discussion, Vincent McBride said it was “discon- made aware of what would be GMUSD Training on Ver- 16 different wine labels, each the details from this Califor- also confirmed that when certing and a bit shocking” that re-ratified in the second meet- mont Open Meeting Law is offering a taste of three vari- nia Central Coast portfolio a claim is submitted to VS- the GMUSD budget was up ing. Although his advice was scheduled for their Sept. 19 etals of their wines. Vintners of wines. Each varietal from BIT for legal services, VSBIT over 300% and pointed out it dismissed by the TRSU and meeting. The next GMUSD ranged from Vermont’s Shel- One Hope gives back to a chooses legal counsel, uses was going to be even higher be- LMHUUSD, the GMUSD did meeting is scheduled for burne Farms to California and the legal counsel, and has cause the $23,000 from TRSU adopt the two-meeting strategy Thursday, Aug. 15 at CAES at Oregon labels and many inter- See WINE on Page 3A settlement authority over the will ultimately be passed onto as their “cure” for the violation. 6 p.m.

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For the Monday, July 22, that it has existing resorts and together 2019-20 season, Vail Resorts intersection of routes 5, 11 entered into a definitive will provide a very compelling will honor and continue to sell merger agreement to acquire offering to our guests in New all Peak Resorts pass products, SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – 100% of the outstanding York and Boston. With this and Peak Resorts’ pass holders VTrans recently announced stock of Peak Resorts Inc. at acquisition, we are also able to will have the option to upgrade a construction project for a purchase price of $11 per make a much stronger connec- to an Epic Pass or Epic Local improvements to the inter- share, subject to certain con- tion to guests in critical cities Pass, following closing of the section of U.S. Route 5 and ditions, including regulatory in the Mid-Atlantic and Mid- transaction. Vermont Route 11 near I-91 review and Peak Resorts’ west and build on the success The aggregate purchase price in Springfield to increase shareholder approval. we have already seen with our for all Peak Resorts common safety by adding a new traf- Through the acquisition, strategy in Chicago, Minneapo- stock is estimated to be approx- fic signal and a left turn lane Vail Resorts will add 17 U.S. lis, and Detroit. The acquisition imately $264 million, which into the Holiday Inn Express. ski areas to its network of fully embodies our philosophy Vail Resorts intends to finance Engieers Construction Inc. world-class resorts. The re- of ‘Epic for Everyone,’ making through a combination of cash won the contract March 15, sorts include: Mount Snow skiing and riding more acces- on hand, its existing revolver 2019 with an estimated cost in Vermont; Hunter Moun- sible to guests across the U.S. facility, and an expansion of of $799,835.33. tain in New York; Attitash and around the world.” its existing credit facility. In This project consists of the Mountain Resort, Wildcat “Vail Resorts has a proven addition, Vail Resorts will be installation of a new traffic Mountain, and Crotched track record of celebrating the assuming or refinancing Peak signal and associated pave- Mountain in New Hamp- unique identity of its resorts, Resorts’ outstanding debt. The ment markings and signage shire; Liberty Mountain Re- while continually investing in acquisition is expected to gen- at the intersection. The east- Location of the project site aerial view. sort, Roundtop Mountain the guest and employee expe- erate incremental annual EBIT- bound lane of Vermont Route PHOTO PROVIDED Resort, Whitetail Resort, rience. For this reason, we are DA of approximately $60 mil- 11 will also have the shoulder Jack Frost and Big Boulder in confident that our resorts and lion in Vail Resorts’ fiscal year widened in order to provide a dedicated left turn lane into the Holiday Inn Express across Pennsylvania; Alpine Valley, employees will continue to ending July 31, 2021, the first from U.S. Route 5. Boston Mills, Brandywine thrive within the Vail Resorts fiscal year with the full benefit Due to the minor nature and Mad River Mountain network,” said Timothy Boyd, of the synergies of the acquisi- of the project, most of the in Ohio; Hidden Valley and president and chief executive tion, with additional revenue construction can take place Snow Creek in Missouri; and officer of Peak Resorts. upside in future years. with shoulder closures and Paoli Peaks in Indiana. When the transaction closes, The transaction is expected minimal disruptions to traf- “We are incredibly excited the 2019-20 Epic Pass, Epic Lo- to close this fall. The parties fic. During paving opera- to have the opportunity to cal Pass, and Military Epic Pass expect operations at all Peak tions, traffic may be limited add such a powerful network will include unlimited and un- Resorts ski areas to continue in to one-way alternating for of ski areas to our company,” restricted access to the 17 Peak the ordinary course of business. short periods of time. The said Rob Katz, chairman and Resorts ski areas. Guests with Upon closing, Vail Resorts anticipated completion is chief executive officer of an Epic Day Pass will also be plans to retain the vast majority November 2019. Vail Resorts. “Peak Resorts’ able to access the new ski ar- of each resort’s employees. Don’t miss the early bird deadline for Come see the Best of the Best

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The recommended al- from both VTrans and the town towns will finally see what natives Presentation Meeting ternative includes removal of of Chester will be available at the the state is planning for the for the project listed below Bridge 62, 72, and 28 and re- meeting to address public con- future of this critical ecologi- will be held Thursday, Aug. placement with a new bridge cerns about the project. cal resource. 29, 2019 beginning at 6:30 off-alignment. A copy of the Scoping Report At a public meeting to be p.m. at the NewsBank Con- The intent of the meeting is to for this project may be seen at held this Thursday, July 25, ference Center, located at provide an overview of the proj- the office of the Town Clerk community members are 352 Main Street, in Chester, ect to town officials, local resi- in Chester, Vt. or at the Struc- expected to express strong Vt. The meeting will be held dents and businesses, emergen- tures Section of the Agency of opposition to the state De- by the Vermont Agency of cy services, and other interested Transportation’s office in Mont- partment of Forests, Parks Transportation and the town parties. There will be a review of pelier, Vt. Electronic copies are and Recreation’s proposal for Lowell Lake concerned citizens. of Chester. the existing site conditions, pro- also available online at www. overnight lodging at Lowell PHOTO PROVIDED The Bridge Replacement posed work, and overall sched- outside.vermont.gov/agen- Lake State Park. Project is for Town Highway ule followed by a question and cy/vtrans/external/Projects/ Thursday’s meeting will be universal opposition to the to manage the lake on behalf 18, Bridge 62 over Williams answer period. Representatives Structures/12J616. the first time for residents to see proposal to develop overnight of the public. We believe, and discuss the actual designs lodging and associated infra- however, that FPR’s propos- that the state has planned. The structure. Concerns voiced at als to expand parking and in- BRVSC mystery van trip proposal has fueled frustration community meetings and pre- troduce overnight lodging, in over what many perceive as the sentations to the Selectboard existing or newly constructed LUDLOW, Vt. – Black Riv- Bingo and lunch is Aug. 28 at three bingo cards. destruction of Lowell Lake’s un- cite already overcrowded con- structures, are in direct con- er Valley Senior Center will noon with a menu of Marcia’s Bone Builders has been spoiled, natural setting. Despite ditions at the park and the vul- tradiction to its stated goal of be taking a surprise lunch meatloaf, mashed potatoes, changed to Wednesdays and detailed plans now available for nerability of the small, unique controlling the surge in visi- and scenic ride van trip vegetables, and peach cobbler. Fridays at 10 a.m. for the rest the renovation of an old camp, lake and surrounding wetlands, tation.” Tuesday, July 30, from 11:30 The price of lunch includes of the summer. or the construction of an entire- bogs, forests, and wildlife habi- The Lowell Lake State a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call the se- ly new cabin complex, FPR has tat to disruption and environ- Park Master Planning Proj- nior center at 802-228-7421 not yet performed an environ- mental damage from 24/7 use. ect will be presented July or stop by in person to sign mental impact statement. According to Irwin Kuper- 25, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m., at the up for the trip. Jewelry sale at Thrifty Attic On May 30, 2019, the town berg, chair of the Londonderry Londonderry Town Hall, lo- Our August Birthday LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Thrifty Attic in Londonderry of Londonderry Conservation Conservation Commission, cated at 137 Middletown Rd. Lunch is Thursday, Aug. 15. is having another jewelry sale! On Saturday, July 27, from 8 Commission in cooperation “Lowell Lake is one of Vermont’s in South Londonderry. A 60- If your birthday is in Au- a.m. until noon, hundreds of carefully selected jewelry items with Lowell Lake Concerned most valuable natural resources day public comment period gust, your lunch is free. will be for sale. Spruce up your collection or get a gift for Citizens held a public informa- by virtue of its diverse ecosys- will follow the open house. On Aug. 20, at 9 a.m. is someone special. Remember, all proceeds go right back into tion meeting to discuss FPR’s tem, high level of water qual- FPR will provide a master our annual Cruise on Lake our local community. You get to splurge and give back at the proposal to develop Lowell Lake ity and peaceful atmosphere, planning overview, park his- George, with a two-hour same time. State Park. Nearly 100 people which is integral to its value.” tory, concept design alterna- cruise and fabulous buf- attended the meeting from the Speaking on behalf of the Con- tives, and a detailed survey to fet. Transportation is free, towns of Londonderry, Wind- servation Commission, Kuper- gather and assess comments. but space is limited with ham, Andover, Chester, and berg adds, “We support the ef- For more information, go to priority given to residents Weston. forts to date by the Department www.vtstateparks.com/low- of Ludlow, Plymouth, and Attendees expressed nearly of Forests, Parks and Recreation ell.html. Cavendish.

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Hazy, Lazy Days of Summer Tuesday, July 23 - Monday, July 29, 2019 Kayak, Canoe, Swim... BBQ! Smile. 4A | July 24, 2019 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper Little Free Libraries Author, naturalist Lynn coming to local area Levine presents her new book CHESTER, Vt. – On Roger B. Swain, host of WINDSOR, Vt. – Little Free were made possible by the Christine Porter. “In addi- Sunday, July 28 at 4 p.m. PBS-TV’s “The Victory Libraries are a global phenom- Ascutney Mountain Promise tion to the AMPC’s role in Phoenix Books Misty Garden” says, “Gardeners, enon. The small, front‐yard Community. The Ascutney making this project a reality, Valley will host forester, hikers, and naturalists all book exchanges number 36,000 Mountain Promise Commu- the boxes themselves were naturalist, and author need this elegantly simple around the world in 70 coun- nity is a group made up of constructed by teen Elijah Lynn Levine for a talk on guide to the common fern tries – from Iceland to Tas- residents and community orga- Collier, who built them as her new book, “Identify- species of the Northeast. mania to Pakistan. Each year, nizations from the four towns part of the requirements for ing Ferns the Easy Way: A The lineage of these plants nearly 10 million books are who came together to build a his Eagle Scout badge. Fin- Pocket Guide to Common is ancient, their charms im- shared in Little Free Libraries. partnership. The group was ishing touches were put on Ferns of the Northeast.” mutable. These pages bring Now, a new Little Free Li- grant-funded to focus on kin- by Windsor resident Paul Exquisitely drawn by their identities into the brary in front of the Stoughton dergarten readiness and pro- Doiron, who also built the New York Times best- light, a gift indeed.” House on Main Street in Wind- motes learning, playing, and posts and helped us install selling illustrator Briony Lynn Levine moved to sor will join the movement to growing. In addition to the the Windsor box. We are so Morrow-Cribbs, this user- Vermont in 1974 and upon share books, bring people to- Little Free Libraries, there are grateful for all of their ef- friendly guide includes receiving her master’s de- gether, and create communities mobile book boxes inside area forts.” detailed descriptions of 28 gree in forestry, she became of readers. businesses throughout Wind- To find out more about common types of ferns in the first female consulting This will be the first of four sor, West Windsor, Hartland, AMPC, visit, www.facebook. the northeast. Learn which forester in New England. boxes in the area. The other and Weathersfield. com/AMPromiseCommuni- habitats different species Lynn Levine. Lynn has taken thousands three boxes will soon go up in “These Little Free Librar- ty. To learn more about Little grow in, expert tips for PHOTO PROVIDED of people into the forest to Hartland, Weathersfield, and ies were truly a community Free Libraries, please visit identification, look-alike share her love of nature and West Windsor. These boxes effort,” says library director www.littlefreelibrary.org. species, and notes of interest. fers a wonderful way for people to inspire them to feel the same Tom Wessels, ecologist to become acquainted with our connection with our northern and author of “Reading the common regional ferns. A sim- woods. Lynn Levine is the au- Don’t miss the annual Forested Landscape,” says of ple, yet effective key and great thor of “Mammal Tracks and Levine’s new book, “‘Identi- illustrations make this a very Scat” and the children’s book FOSTL book sale fying Ferns the Easy Way’ of- user-friendly field guide.” “Snow Secrets.” SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The can fill a plastic shopping bag. The Dance Factory is kicking off its famous annual book sale, Drama and poetry also have a brought to you by the Friends dedicated space. For history of the Springfield Town Li- buffs, if your main interest is 35th anniversary season brary, is coming once again to the Civil War, you don’t need the former National Guard Ar- to search through every book SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The to support the arts and drama teaching dance. They believe mory. This sale is famous not on the history tables but can Dance Factory is a vibrant, programs at our local schools strongly in creating a welcom- only for its size but for its orga- go directly to the Civil War Don’t miss the book sale. inclusive dance studio con- and Habitat for Humanity. ing space that is truly inclusive nization. If you love mysteries, section. There are also tables PHOTO PROVIDED veniently located in down- The annual Nutcracker per- of all who want to participate. you can go straight to the vast dedicated to Vermont and New town Springfield next to the formance has evolved in the Their focus on the student as a mysteries and thrillers section England, biography, science The sale takes place at town library. Celebrating studio’s 35-year history. Its in- whole person helps to create a and find your favorite authors and nature, cooking, crafts – the former Armory on Fair- its 35th anniversary season augural season in 1990 took feeling of acceptance, warmth, in alphabetical order. with a large quilt selection this ground Road in Springfield, this coming year, the stu- on Act II only. Clara opened and connection while also chal- This year, you can get a signed year, gardening, travel, planes past the recycling center and dio boasts five experienced the show as part of the tableau lenging students to grow. copy by a favorite author for the and boats, religion, philosophy, just beyond the town garage. teachers and offers classes in and sat in a wicker chair with Over such a span of time, normal hardback price. Other home improvements, humor, For those who remember ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, her Nutcracker. The following there are many former and fiction categories include fanta- sports, and more. Rare books some rather dark rooms last hip hop, tap, and creative year, the studio performed a current students and families sy and science fiction, westerns, are featured on the special ta- year, we are happy to report movement for preschool- full-length version of the pro- that have been touched by the classics, and a special room just ble. There is also an excellent that the friends have pur- ers through adults. They duction, and has continued to Dance Factory. One mother for romance novels, where you selection of children’s books. chased a generator and lights emphasize quality technical do so annually for most of the shares, “The Dance Factory has that make the smaller rooms training while encouraging last 28 years. Founding Direc- had such an amazing impact as bright as day. On Friday, a love and passion for move- tor Hagan recalls, “The expan- on our family’s life. My daugh- July 26, the sale will run from ment and cultivating com- sion of the show over the years ter has developed a passion for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Satur- munity. has been astounding. We began dance, fueled by the fun and day, July 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 Founded in 1984 by Susan with virtually nothing and to- encouraging environment. It’s p.m. on Saturday, at 2 p.m., Hagan and now owned by day we have a fully built set and so welcoming.” Another moth- the bag sale will be held. Kate Frizzell-DeRosia, the costumes for the entire show.” er shares, “I watched my kids Pick The book sale is the main Dance Factory performances The performance is fully cast having such fun, that last year Your Own fundraiser of the Friends of include an annual spring re- with students and community at age 45 I decided to start bal- Raspberries & Blueberries! the Springfield Town Library cital in May for all students members; no professionals or let! I’ve got to tell you – these and all profits will go to sup- and “The Nutcracker” each outside dancers are cast in the teachers at the Dance Factory port library programs and December features ballet stu- main roles, as many other per- have improved my life. I real- other needs, from furniture dents. Over the years, ticket formances do, with lead roles ize now that self-care for me to new technology. Please proceeds from these perfor- featuring the most advanced includes dancing.” come support the library and mances have been donated dance students. Registration for this coming 802-263-5200 Open 8am - 6pm stock up on beach reads and to community organizations. Teachers Kate Frizzell-DeR- year is open now. Contact Kate 529 Wellwood Orchard Road, Springfield, VT 7 Days / Week books to get you through The studio has raised over osia, Gretchen Abendschein, at 802-875-2561 or derosia85@ those long winter evenings. $30,000 in the past 35 years Ashley Hensel-Browning, vermontel.net to sign up to Dana Blake, and Jessie DeRosia participate in the 35th anniver- thoroughly enjoy dancing with sary season of the Dance Fac- Ludlow American Legion 32 FLAVORS OF HARD ICE CREAM you and your little ones during tory. Visit the website at www. 16 FLAVORS FRESH SOFT SERVE the school year and summer dancefactoryvt.com to learn FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER Non-Fat Yogurt • Sherbet • Sugar-Free Ice Cream sessions. All together, they have more and see photos of past LARGE FAST FOOD MENU INCLUDING: logged 102 years of experience productions. Hamburgers • Hotdogs • Fries • Chicken Fingers • Onion Rings & More! Friday, July 26 American Fried Dough Sundae Fried Dough A river erodes Marinated Grilled Pork Chops Hard Ice Cream $ 25 Choose 1 of 6 Toppings Legion with Baked Potato, Broccoli w/ Cheese 6 Soft Serve $ 95 Only $ 25 its banks Sauce, and Dessert 5 3 Post #36 SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Black River Action Team wraps 135 Main Street $12.00 up a six-week-long exhibit of art Ludlow, VT Dari Joy to Benefit the and citizen science in The Great SUMMER HOURS: Hall at 100 River St. in Spring- 802-228-9807 Sons of the American Legion 7 Days a Week 11 am - 10 pm field, Vt. with a bang! On Friday, Seatings from Seatings will be from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. 67 YEARS ON THE CORNER Aug. 2 at 5:30 p.m., everyone is Check out the stream table. PHOTO PROVIDED 5:30 to 7:00 pm Call 802-228-9807 for reservations. 140 Rockingham St. | 463-9816 | Bellows Falls, VT invited to a Grand Closing event for a final opportunity to see the displays before they are taken stream of water moves through down in time for the next instal- a miniature landscape, demon- lation in the gallery. strating erosion and the many Featured Aug. 2 will be The phases of a river’s lifecycle. 802-228-7797 Flume – a dynamic opportu- Displays will still be up for @VermontJournal nity to watch a stream table as a visitors to browse and appreciate, 44 Pond Street • Ludlow, VT focused on the connection we all www.killarneyludlow.com have with the Black River. From citizen science to photography, Pub Opens at 3pm Open to the Public several local artists have items on Dinner Available at 5pm display alongside exhibits from Open for Lunch Saturday & Sunday at 12 pm Tuesday - Sunday 11 am - 8 pm students of Springfield’s schools. Chicken Wing Champions Visitors will also have a chance 802-463-9807 to enter a raffle for various priz- 5 Years in a Row! Located off Route 103 At The Bellows Falls Country Club North of Bellows Falls es; winners will be drawn during the Black River Action Team’s annual RiverSweep cleanup Every Thursday Night Every Tuesday Night Saturday, Sept. 7. The prize list Spaghetti & Meatballs Burger & Brew grows weekly, and thus far in- Mondays Lobster Mondays w/ Garlic Bread w/ Onion Rings or Fries cludes a handmade bat house, a & Tossed Salad and a Can or Bottle of Beer gift basket of Mary Kay skin care 1 for $ 19 -or- 2 for $26 Open Mic Night Only $6.95 Only $13.95 each and makeup items, wall art by Served with Corn on the Cob, Red at 9:30 pm Hawks Mountain Ironworks and Potatoes, and Butter Fresh Atlantic Haddock - Daily Springfield Fence Co., an eco- friendly car wash kit, and a one- Fresh Lobster Rolls - Daily year membership to the South- WHOLE BELLY CLAMS - Only $22.95 ern Vermont Natural History Tuesdays Thursdays with your choice of Potato and a side of Vegetables Museum in Brattleboro. Tickets will also be available during the Trivia Night Irish Session FISHERMAN’S PLATTER - Only $26.95 BRAT’s BioBlitz event the week- Starting at 7:00 pm 6:30 - 8:30 pm Includes Whole Belly Clams, Fresh Scallops, and Fresh Haddock, end of July 27 and 28, and by with your choice of Potato and a side of Vegetables contacting BRAT Director Kelly Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Stettner at blackrivercleanup@ gmail.com or 802-738-0456. The Vermont Journal/The Shopper July 24, 2019 | 5A

Ron Patch is a Chester Next Start Your Own native, Chester LOCAL Historical Society president, and a lifelong Business workshop to be held antiques dealer. HISTORY He can be reached at Aug. 9 802-374-0119 or email BY RON PATCH [email protected] SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The tab. apply for tax numbers Vermont Small Business De- A few workshop highlights in- • Consider start-up costs, sales, velopment Center would like clude how to: expenses, and financing options to announce an upcoming • Use the “Business Model • Pitch their idea and develop “Starting Your Own Business” Canvas” to evaluate whether a business plan and much more! What’s in a diary? workshop that is aimed at help- there is a viable business in their For more information, visit ing future entrepreneurs turn good idea www.vtsbdc.org or contact Keeping a diary in the diary year, month, and their passions into a full-fledged • Identify target customers and Debra Boudrieau at 802-885- 1800s into the 1900s was a day and where it could business venture. The work- “unique selling proposition(s)” 2071 or dboudrieau@vtsbdc. common practice. Most ev- be found. shop will be held Friday, Aug. • Register their business and org. ery farmer kept a diary in Albert’s son, Louis, 9 at Springfield Regional De- those days. Many of these went west and joined velopment Corporation office diaries record such things as: Buffalo Bill’s Wild on Clinton Street in Springfield daily temperature, cut fire- West Show and later from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. wood today, boiled today, Miller Brothers 101 Starting a business can be planted corn, went to church, Ranch. In the early challenging. The workshop, or other daily activities. 1900s, Louis returned conducted by an experienced While interesting, they offer to Vermont, living on business advisor, is designed as little of historical interest. the family farm in Bar- a guide for the first-time busi- Some diary keepers record- tonsville and working ness owner. Participants receive ed more useful and detailed Diary donation from John Leon Spaulding. as a painter and stee- a comprehensive start-up work- information. Freak weather, PHOTO BY RON PATCH plejack. I’m hopeful book, handouts, and resources a devastating fire, the circus that we will discover in marketing, financing, man- coming to town, a political before moving to Springfield, information about Louis that agement, and operations. By the event, or family gathering. working as a carpenter building has been lost or forgotten. end the workshop, they will be Sometimes we find an entry houses. He then moved to Ches- There is also a possibility of well-informed about the tools that fills in the blanks to in- ter where he leased the Henry finding a Civil War diary as and resources available to them formation we already have. Farm on the Green Mountain some of these families had and the next steps involved in John Leon “Gramp” Spauld- Turnpike. Here he ran a dairy, men who served in the war. launching a successful business. ing arranged for the Chester delivering milk on his milk If there are a hundred dia- There is a price to attend, and Historical Society to be gifted route. W.R.’s diaries are sure to ries, you are talking about you can register online at www. his collection of family dia- provide us with useful informa- 36,500 pages we need to read. vtsbdc.org under the training Remember when... ries. I have yet to count thesetion. A big job but we can’t wait to diaries but estimate they will Gramp’s brother, Ted, has get started. Other entries we CHESTER, Vt. – Remember when the intersection of Route 103 number close to a hundred. already given us hundreds of might find might include an Campfire and Trebo Road wasn’t paved? Kendall’s barn is in the left I picked them up last Fri- photos and documents. These entry for a major fire in town. background. Photo circa 1910. day, July 19, and took them diaries will add a wealth of in- Perhaps Presidents Benjamin potluck at to the historical society. It formation I’m sure. I will keep Harrison or Teddy Roosevelt’s PHOTO PROVIDED BY CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY was a hot, muggy day so I you posted though this column. visit to Chester was recorded. didn’t spend much time look- The first thing we will do is to These diaries were written Tree Farm ing them over. Actually, I sort the diaries by name. Albert with a soft, dull pencil and only examined eight or ten Marshall’s diaries will go in one can be tedious to read. It all Campground Knit with Friends of the diaries. What I foundpile and then do the same with depends on their penman- Wed. 10 - 12 & Thur. 5 - 8 were diaries kept by Albert the other diary keepers. This ship. Some diary keepers had Marshall, W.R. Spaulding won’t take very long. poor penmanship, making www.SixLooseLadies.com (Gramp’s grandfather) diaries Next, each diary keeper needs them slow to read. 802-875-7373 from when he was in Weston, to be put in chronological or- Based on the fact that these John Marshall, Ben Marshall, der. Let’s say Albert Marshall’s men were running a livery Wed. - Sat. 10 - 5 and Ed Spaulding (Gramp’s earliest diary is 1872. We would stable, delivering milk, team- Sun. 12 - 4 father). then have the next earliest diary sters, taxi services, or other 287 Main St. To give you an idea of the (1873 if we have it) of his and so business, I’m sure we’ll find On The Green Gather around the campfire. Chester, VT years covered, I saw one dat- on. Once the diaries are sorted some interesting history. PHOTO PROVIDED ed 1872, and another as late and arranged chronologically, While it will take months to as 1928, with every year be- the real work begins. record this donation, we hope SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Our sec- tween. Albert Marshall was Danny Clemons, Peter Far- to discover some of Ches- ond annual campfire potluck at born in 1857 and lived until rar, and I will then take a diaryter’s lost history. I know of Tree Farm Campground as part 1929. John Lysander Marshall and beginning with Jan. 1, read no other Chester family who of the Vermont Reads program was born 1863 and died in each page through Dec. 31. As collected so many artifacts, will be Sunday, Aug. 4, from 5-9 1933. William Ryland (W.R.) we read each page, anything of spanning so many years. p.m. A potluck meal, a play, and Spaulding was born in 1853 interest will be recorded in a a campfire with marshmallow and died in 1928. The Mar- word document on the com- This week’s new saying I toasting and s’mores will be in- shalls lived in Popple Dun- puter. Let’s use Albert Marshallheard watching a Red Sox cluded. This event is free, acces- geon. as an example. We might find an game. Jerry Remy referred to sible, and open to the public. W.R. Spaulding lived in entry where he mentions Louis this hot muggy weather we’re Folks have the option of tent- Weston until 1894 and then Marshall running away with the currently having as “humug- camping overnight for a special moved to Proctorsville briefly circus. This we would record by gedy.” rate. Please contact Deb Diegoli at www.uuspringfieldvt.org if you wish to camp so she can re- serve your spot. This event is co- sponsored by the campground, the Springfield Food Co-op, the “Love, Loss and What I Wore” Springfield Town Library, and LUDLOW, Vt. – Judie Raffety of Ludlow, Ann mances feature dialogues about various stages the Springfield UU as well as Fuhlbush of Proctorsville, Sara Norcross of of women’s lives and the clothes they wore at Vermont Reads. Reading, and Bailey Matteson and Aprille Law- the time. The show is directed by Stephanie Tree Farm Campground is lo- rence of Ludlow will appear in the Nora Ephron Rowe of Springfield. Tickets may be purchased cated at 53 Skitchewaug Trail in comedy “Love, Loss and What I Wore” July 26- at the door or by calling the museum at 802- Springfield. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Black River Academy 228- 5050. Museum at 14 High St. in Ludlow. The perfor- PHOTO PROVIDED

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Dear Editor, Dear Editor,

On behalf of the board, staff, dealing with the challenges of following Vermont towns for ster, Weston, West Windsor, Several weeks ago, I watched arrangement would have been. and clients of Health Care and mental illness, substance abuse, voting in support of HCRS’ Whitingham, Wilmington, on television as the first pa- My thoughts then wan- Rehabilitation Services, I would or developmental disabilities programs and services: Ando- Windham, Windsor, and tient was wheeled into the new dered to my own recent and like to express our sincere ap- are the ones who benefit from ver, Athens, Barnard, Bethel, Woodstock. building at the University of very brief hospitalization at preciation to the residents of this town funding, allowing Brattleboro, Cavendish, Ches- With your help, HCRS is Vermont Hospital in Burling- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medi- Windsor and Windham coun- them to connect with someone ter, Dover, Dummerston, able to make a substantial ton. As the camera scanned the cal Center in Lebanon, N.H. I ties who voted to support quickly and when needed. We Grafton, Guilford, Halifax, and positive impact on the spacious room complete with would gladly have been cared HCRS’ town-funding request at recognize the importance of Hartford, Hartland, Jamaica, quality of life that the resi- luxurious accommodations for for in an open ward with 20 their Town Meeting this spring. getting help when you need it. Landgrove, Londonderry, Lud- dents of our region experi- the family, I thought back some beds to a side in order to avoid As a nonprofit agency serv- That is why our comprehensive low, Marlboro, Newfane, Plym- ence throughout the year. 35 years to the long days and a bill, which after Medicare ing more than 4,000 individuals programs are set up for people outh, Pomfret, Putney, Read- even longer nights that I spent payments is greater than my annually across southeastern to access the support they re- ing, Rockingham, Royalton, Sincerely, in a remarkably uncomfortable monthly income. Vermont, we rely on this fund- quire – 365 days a year, 7 days a Sharon, Springfield, Stratton, George Karabakakis, Ph.D. chair at the bedside of my dy- ing to support our walk-in ser- week, 24 hours every day. Townshend, Vernon, Wards- HCRS ing husband in the ICU of the Sincerely, vices. Individuals and families Our thanks go out to the boro, Weathersfield, Westmin- Springfield, Vt. Old Mary Hitchcock Hospital Kathleen R. Fellows, R.N. and thought how nice this new Perkinsville, Vt. Weighing the choice between taxable and tax-free bonds

REGION – If you’re consid- from federal taxes. The general higher your tax bracket, the to the interest paid on the bond; their tax status. Interest paid by ed in a municipal bond fund ering the purchase of an in- principle is that federal and higher the tax-equivalent yield any increases in the bond’s val- Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae, and doesn’t mean the income you dividual bond or even a bond state or local governments can of a muni bond will be. ue are taxable if and when the Freddie Mac is taxable at fed- receive is automatically tax- mutual fund, one of your first impose taxes on their own lev- It’s not what you get; it’s bond is sold. You also may owe eral, state, and local levels. The free. Some muni funds invest concerns will be its yield. How- el, but not at the other level; for what you keep taxes when you sell shares of a bonds of other GSEs, such as in both public-purpose and ever, when comparing various example, states can tax securi- To accurately evaluate how muni bond mutual fund. the Federal Farm Credit Banks, private-purpose munis. Those yields, you need to make sure ties of other states but not those a tax-free bond compares to Also, specific munis may Federal Home Loan Banks, and that do must disclose on their you’re not comparing apples of the federal government, and a taxable bond, you’ll need to be subject to federal income the Resolution Funding Corp., yearly 1099 forms how much of to oranges. The yield on a tax- vice versa. look at its tax-equivalent yield. tax, depending on how the is- are subject to federal tax but the tax-free interest they pay is free bond may be lower than The impact of freedom from To do that, you apply a simple suer will use the proceeds. If exempt from state and local subject to AMT. that paid by a taxable bond, but taxes formula that involves your a bond finances a project that taxes. Before buying an agency Before investing in a mutual you’ll need to look at its tax- In order to attract investors, federal marginal tax rate – the offers a substantial benefit to bond, verify the issuer’s tax sta- fund, carefully consider its in- equivalent yield to compare taxable bonds typically pay a income tax rate you pay on the private interests, it is taxable at tus. vestment objectives, risks, fees, them accurately. higher interest rate than tax- last dollar of your yearly in- the federal level unless specifi- Don’t forget the AMT and expenses, which are in the What’s taxable? What’s not? exempt bonds. Why? Because come. The formula depends on cally exempted. For example, To even further compli- prospectus available from the The interest on corporate of governmental bodies’ taxing whether you want to know the a new football stadium may cate matters, the interest from fund; read it carefully before bonds is taxable by local, state, authority, investors often con- taxable equivalent of a tax-free serve a public purpose locally private-purpose bonds may investing. and federal governments. sider munis safer than corpo- bond, or the tax-free equiva- but provide little benefit to be specifically exempted from Use your tax advantage However, interest on bonds rate bonds and are more likely lent of a taxable bond. To cal- federal taxpayers. As a result, regular federal income tax, but where it counts issued by state and local gov- to accept a lower yield. Even culate the taxable equivalent of a muni bond that finances it is still may be considered when Be careful not to make a mis- ernments – generically called more important is the associ- a tax-free yield, subtract your considered a so-called private- calculating whether the alter- take that is common among municipal bonds, or munis ated tax exemption, which can marginal tax rate from 1, then purpose bond. Other public native minimum tax applies people who invest through – generally are exempt from account for a difference of sev- divide the tax-free yield by the projects whose bonds may be to you. A tax professional can a tax-deferred account, such federal income tax. If you live eral percentage points between result. federally taxable include hous- determine the likelihood that a as an IRA. Because those ac- in the state in which a specific a corporate bond’s coupon If a taxable bond also is sub- ing, student loans, industrial bond will affect your AMT li- counts automatically provide muni is issued, it may be tax- rate – the annual percentage ject to state and local taxes and development, and airports. ability. a tax advantage, you receive no free at the state or local level as rate it pays bondholders – and the tax-exempt one isn’t, the Even though such bonds are Tip: The equivalent tax-free additional benefit by investing well. that of a muni with an identical tax-exempt bond’s coupon rate subject to federal tax, they still yield can be even lower if you in tax-free bonds within them. Unlike munis, the income maturity period. could be even lower and still can have some advantages. For are subject to an additional By doing so, you may be need- from Treasury securities, Still, depending on your tax provide a higher tax-equivalent example, they may be exempt 3.8% Medicare contribution lessly forgoing a higher yield which are issued by the U.S. bracket, a tax-free bond could yield. from state or local taxes. And tax that applies to net invest- from a taxable bond. Tax-free government, is exempt from actually provide a better net Munis are tax-free, except you may find that yields on ment income for individuals munis are best held in taxable state and local taxes but not after-tax return. Generally, the when they’re not such taxable municipal bonds with an adjusted gross income accounts. As is true of almost anything are closer to those of corporate of more than $200,000. Article written by Huntley that’s related to taxes, munis bonds than they are to tax-free Pay attention to muni bond Financial Services. For more can get complicated. 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Youth group Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Services begin at 10 a.m., followed contact [email protected] or 603-835-6358. prayer meeting at 6:30 p.m. Park on the street or behind the by coffee hour. For more information about Art After School building. Wheelchair accessible. Call 802-875-2638, email program, our outreach efforts, call 603-756-4533. ASCUTNEY, VT. churchoffi[email protected], or visit www.chesterbaptist.org. First Congregational Church of Walpole / United Church of Open Bible Baptist Church, 168 Cemetery Rd. Christ, 15 Washington Sq. Neighborhood Bible Time, Sunday, Aug. 4 to Friday, Aug. LONDONDERRY, VT. Sunday service is at 10 a.m. Sunday school at 10 a.m. with 9, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., is a program for youth grades The Village Church, 35 Church St., Belmont, Vt. coffee hour at 11 a.m. Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevator. Call 603-756-4075 or email walpolechurch@yahoo. 4-6 regardless of denomination. Dramatic stories, Bible drills, The Sunday service and children’s church is at 9:30 a.m. com. daily gifts, contests, and competitions, and refreshments. Free Contact 802-259-2440 or visit www.vbch.weebly.com. transportation can be provided by texting 802-230-5307 to schedule a ride. Bring a Bible and a friend. For more First Baptist Church, 62 Crescent St., S. Londonderry, Vt. WESTMINSTER, VT. information, call 802-230-5307 or 802-674-2266. Worship services are at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. For more information, visit www.firstbaptistlondonderryvt.org or call 802- Christian Family Circle Chapel, 1512 Back Westminster Rd. Brownsville Community United Methodist Church, 66 856-7266. Sunday song service begins at 10 a.m., Sunday school at 10:30 Brownsville-Hartland Rd. a.m. Fellowship lunch on first Sunday of each month. Non- Sunday worship 9:30 a.m. followed by fellowship and Landgrove Meetinghouse, Landgrove Rd. denominational. Visit www.christianfamilycirclechurch.com and refreshments. Nursery care provided during service for children Cantor Scott Buckner, spiritual leader of the Israel Congregation like us on Facebook. 5 years and younger. ADA accessible. Call 802-484-5944, of Manchester, will lead the weekly service at the Landgrove email [email protected], or go to www.brownsvilleumc-vt. Meeting House Sunday, July 28 at 9:30 a.m. Buckner, now WESTON, VT. org. in his third year in Manchester, will bring his particular style of upbeat, creative and deeply spiritual music to engage the Weston Community Church on the Hill, 37 Lawrence Hill Rd. congregation and the community at large. On Aug. 3 at 4 p.m., there will be an evening prayer BELLOWS FALLS, VT. led by Rev. Jon Bliss. For more information, go to www. Immanuel Episcopal Church, 20 Church St. vtchurchonthehill.org. Holy Eucharist Services are offered at 8 a.m. (quiet service) and LUDLOW, VT. 10 a.m. (with music) every Sunday. Handicap accessible. For Tyson Community Church, Corner of Rt. 100 and Dublin Rd. WINDSOR, VT. more information, call 802-463-3100. Service is at 10:30 a.m., followed by fellowship. Variety of ministers providing sermons and special music by Erik. Old South Church, UCC, 146 Main St. Christ’s Church, 24 Main St., Saxtons River Communion offered the first Sunday of each month. Wheelchair Sunday worship is at 10 a.m. followed by coffee hour. All are Sunday Service is 10 a.m. Service is followed by a potluck accessible. For more information, call 802-522-8249 or email welcome. For more information, call 802-674-5087 or email luncheon. For more information, call 802-376-6178. All [email protected]. [email protected]. welcome. All church services are listed online at www. SPRINGFIELD, VT. CAVENDISH-PROCTORSVILLE, VT. vermontjournal.com. Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 90 Park St. Cavendish Baptist Church, 2258 Main St. Vespers on Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Liturgy on Sunday at 9:30 Sundays at 10 a.m. More at www.CavendishBaptist.com or call a.m. For more information, call 802-885-2615 or go to www. Helen P. Adams, 1943-2019 802-226-7131. htocvt.org. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Hel- in Bellows Falls. She worked at Gethsemane Episcopal Church, 89 Depot St. Proctorsville North Springfield Baptist Church, 69 Main St. en P. Adams, 76, of Atkinson Basketville in Putney, Vt. and Street passed away Sunday, July Vermont Academy in Saxtons Join us for worship Sundays at 11 a.m. followed by a coffee Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome to join us in 14, 2019. Helen was born in River, Vt. Helen enjoyed her hour. For more information, call 802-226-7967 or go to worship for a Bible based sermon and a variety of music from Facebook @GethsemaneVT. Brattleboro, Vt., Feb. 26, 1943, daily walks around the village of gospel and traditional hymns to more modern Christian praise the daughter of Howard and Bellows Falls and daily visits to songs. Bible study are Friday at the Whitcomb building at 9:30 Lillian (Hall) Adams. She at- the Dari Joy for ice cream. CHARLESTOWN, N.H. a.m. Call 802-886-1050, email [email protected], or go to tended grade school in Chester Helen is predeceased by her www.nsbcvt.org for additional information. North Charlestown United Methodist Church, Rt. 12A River Rd. and had fond memories of be- parents and her brother How- ing a little girl there. Her family ard. Sunday worship begins at 9 a.m. Church is handicap Precision Valley Baptist Church, 69 Rt. 106 accessible. Contact 603-826-0381. moved to Bellows Falls when There will be a memorial ser- Adult Bible Study on Sundays from 9 -9:45 a.m. Services start at she was still very young and has vice Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019 at 10 a.m. Located right next to Cota & Cota. Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church, 99 Sullivan St., lived there ever since. Helen re- 11 a.m. at Fenton & Hennessey sided for many years at Country Funeral Home with burial to Claremont, N.H. Springfield Assembly of God, 269 River St. Saturdays at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. 603-542-6273; Village Community Care and follow in the North Street Cem- Sunday school at 10 a.m. Sunday service begins at 11 a.m. most recently at Sterling House etery, Chester, Vt. [email protected]; hroc.org. Sunday evening service at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible study for all ages at 6 p.m. Call anytime during the week to schedule a pick CHESTER, VT. up for children for Sunday school. 802-885-4261. Brian W. Halsted, 1952-2019 Chester Congregational Church, 469 Main St., Rt. 11 West St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 10 Pleasant St. Sunday Service at 10 a.m. All are welcome. For SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. – Bri- Sunday Masses at 9 a.m. and Tuesday at 7 p.m. followed by an W. Halsted of Sunapee, N.H. more information, call 802-875-3382 or go to www. Eucharistic Adoration. Thursday and Friday at 9 a.m. Confession and Saxtons River, Vt., passed chestercongregational.org. on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Contact the rectory at 802-885-3400. away unexpectedly July 8, 2019, after a hospital stay. He was 67. First Universalist Parish of Chester, Rt. 103. 211 North St. Unitarian Universalist Church, 21 Fairground Rd. Sunday service 9:30 a.m. between September and June, Brian was born June 29, 1952, On Sunday, July 28 at 10 a.m. Toni Streeter will present “The in Newport, N.H., to his par- followed by light refreshments and conversation. Free childcare Creative Process” as the second service in the summer series, ents Betty Nilsen Halsted and available for children under 5. The building is handicap “Art Will Save Us.” For more information, call 802-885-3327 or John B. Halsted. He attended accessible with an elevator. More at www.chestervtuu.org or go to www.uuspringfieldvt.org. All are welcome. schools in Amherst, Mass., the 802-875-3257. Eaglebrook School in Deerfield, Mass., Vermont Academy in Michael J. Shaughnessy, 1967-2019 Saxtons River, Vt., and Cornell Russell E. Southwick, 1949-2019 College in Iowa. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Mi- many years. He was also chair- Brian worked in the con- BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Rus- chael J. Shaughnessy, 51, of man of the Make-A-Wish Golf struction industry in Florida Brian W. Halsted, 1952-2019. sell E. Southwick, 70, of Bel- Atkinson Street passed away Tournament for 20 years help- and then spent 10 years in re- PHOTO PROVIDED lows Falls, Vt., passed away July Thursday, July 11, 2019. Mi- ing raise over $325,000. He also tail management. After another 8, 2019 surrounded by friends chael was born in Bellows coached Little League, Walpole stint in construction in New humor, and counsel helped all and family. Russell was born Falls Dec. 19, 1967, the son of softball, and CYO basketball. Hampshire, and a year with the with whom he associated. in Poultney, Vt., May 20, 1949 Frederick and Beverly (Fon- On March 18, 2005, he mar- Springfield School District, he A celebration of Brian’s life to the parents Verlie Stone and taine) Shaughnessy. He was ried Tracie Chickering who moved to Saxtons River, Vt. and will take place Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. at Fred Damon. a 1986 graduate of Bellows survives. Also surviving are became the company manager, the Chivers Center at Vermont Russell had many jobs over Falls Union High School and his children Ryan and Jordan; house manager, and technical Academy in Saxtons River, Vt. the years, but his favorite was 1988 graduate of Champlain his sister Judi Cray and hus- director for the Saxtons River In lieu of flowers, please donate farming. Oh, how he loved his College and worked as the fi- band Kevin; and his nephews Playhouse. to The Lake Sunapee Protective cows. Russell married the love nance manager for Windham Michael Cray and wife Rachel, Brian is survived by his Association, 63 Main St., Su- of his life, Jeanette Southwick, Regional Planning Commis- and Jason Cray. He is prede- brother Mark Halsted, sister- napee, N.H. 03782 or at www. Jan. 1, 2009. They resided at the sion for more than 30 years. ceased by his parents. in-law Arlene Halsted, his sister lakesunapee.org. Or to the Lake Canal House with their kitty, Michael served as adjutant and A funeral mass was cel- Lorna Schilling, and brother-in- Sunapee Historical Society, 74 Loser. Russell E. Southwick, 1949-2019. Finance Committee chairman ebrated Saturday, July 20 at law Falko Schilling; nieces and Main St., P.O. Box 501, Sunapee, Russell enjoyed being in the PHOTO PROVIDED for the American Legion Post St. Charles Church in Bellows nephews John and Katharine NH 03782 or at www.sunapee- woods and cutting and splitting 37. He served as president of Falls. Burial followed in the St. Halsted, and Falko, Elizabeth, historialsociety.org. logs. He also enjoyed fishing, of Claremont, N.H.; a brother the BFDA for 10 years, was Charles Cemetery. Nilsen, and Brian Schilling; and spending time with his fam- Ray Damon of Saxtons River, on the Diversion Board for 10 In lieu of flowers, memo- one great-niece Rayna Cos- ily, and going to the dump. He Vt.; and also by many nieces and years, was on the finance board rial donations may be made grave. also loved watching his western nephews. He is also survived by and cemetery board for St. to Make-A-Wish LMP Clas- Known affectionately as “Unc movies. many good friends from the Ca- Charles Church, and was at the sic, c/o Tracie Shaughnessy, Bri” to many, Brian was a hum- Russell is survived by his lov- nal House – Sonya, Betty, Sandy, St. Charles Adoration Chapel P.O. Box 834, Bellows Falls, VT ble man of integrity, wit, and ing wife Jeanette Southwick; a Curtis – whom Russell took every Wednesday morning for 05101. empathy whose thoughtfulness, loving daughter Darlene Vora- under his wings as his own. He da, son-in-law Shiewon Vorada, was preceded in his death by his and a precious granddaughter parents and many brothers and bmw Cheyenne Southwick all of Rut- sisters. painters land; a son Russell Southwick Jr.; Russell is no longer in pain box 6, weston, vt his sisters Linda Landry, Brenda and has spread his wings to fly Shepherd, and Lori Damon all free. • commercial & residential PLEASE NOTE • paperhanging • drywalls In order to have room for each obituary we receive each week, we ask that submissions are limited to 350 words. We • aerial truck reserve the right to shorten any obituary. Church Services are subject to space with priority given to • free estimates obituaries. Each service is published on a rotation every two to four weeks. All Church Services are listed online at www. VermontJournal.com. Ray Wilcox If you have any questions, please contact Amanda at 802-875-3391 [email protected]. Cell 802-384-1933 • Since 1969 • 8A | July 24, 2019 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper

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The Men’s Member Scott Keniston; Guest Tournament is a two- third gross – Nate man, four-ball event played Keefe and Paul La- over two days with an op- Roche; third net – tional practice round played Kevin Curtis and on Friday of the same week. Noel Cassidy. The 2019 tournament had • Second Flight: 39 teams with four flights of first gross – Nick players with some phenom- Albon Zio and enal golf being played. BFCC Steve Hart; first member Todd Templeton net – John James Todd Templeton got a hole-in-one on the 13th got a hole-in-one on the 13th and Justin Kings- hole. hole and there was a five- bury; second PHOTO PROVIDED hole playoff in the first flight. gross – Dwayne BFCC extends a huge Clayton and Andy Fowler; Dave and Nick Washburn; first thank you to the tournament second net – John Gregory Sr. net – Zach Hiscox and Rob Sugarbush charity golf tournament for injured individuals and veterans. PHOTO PROVIDED hole sponsors, the numerous and Scott Mohlenhoff; third Theall; second gross – Steve local businesses for raffle gift gross – Pat Gordon and Steve Machado and Tom Fowler; WARREN, Vt. – The High will attempt to shatter a pane music from DJ Professor. donations, 9 and Dine, and Harrington; third net – Frank second net – Jon Babcock and Fives nonprofit foundation will of glass by hitting golf balls at To register a team, visit Brattleboro Auto Mall for Harrington and Mark Picking. Herb Eddy; third gross – John host the 7th annual charity golf it from a challenging distance. www.vtgolf.highfivesfoun- sponsoring the hole-in-one • Third Flight: first gross – Williams II and Wayne Parker; tournament in Vermont Fri- At 11 a.m., the 32 teams will dation.org. All proceeds will program. Although there Allan and Wade Thomas; first third net – John Gabert and day, Aug. 9, 2019. The event, load their carts, make their go to the High Fives Foun- was no winner for the 2019 net – Dave Tallman and Tracy Keith Prouty. sponsored by GoPro, Vermont way to the course, and com- dation, which focuses on GMC Sierra 1500, Todd Johnson; second gross – Dan The Bellows Falls Country North Ski Shop, and Kings- pete for prizes. Along with best preventing life-changing in- Templeton did win a $500 Brophy and Mark Shepard; Club is a nine-hole golf course bury Companies, will return team prizes, throughout the juries and provides resourc- online Travis Matthew shop- second net – Don Garrow and that dates back to 1922. For to Sugarbush Resort Golf Club, day there are an array of on- es and hope if they happen. ping spree! Shane Mas; third gross – Al more information about the which has been very support- course challenges like the Ski To add to the fun-filled Tournament results: Barber and Ryan Keefe; third Bellows Falls Country Club, ive to the organization in the Boot Longest Drive, Baseball weekend, Saturday, Aug. 10 • First Flight: first gross – net – Greg Bath and Rich Bow- please call the clubhouse at past. Bat Longest Drive, Closest to the High Fives Foundation Nick and TJ Matulonis; first en. 802-463-9809 or visit www.bel- “Our community in Ver- the Pin, and the Air Cannon will work with Vermont net – Todd Templeton and • Fourth Flight: first gross – lowsfallscountryclub.com. mont continues to spread with drive. Everyone has a chance Adaptive to host an adaptive the opportunity to have the 7th to win. mountain bike group ride. annual High Fives Golf Tour- “We’re excited to have this This event will encourage Springfield Chamber’s 49th annual nament at Sugarbush this year,” event return to Sugarbush,” those in the adaptive com- says Vermont native and High said John Bleh, public relations munity to get outside, try Hackers Tournament Fives CEO Roy Tuscany. “This manager at Sugarbush Resort. something new, and take is so exciting to have this venue “The High Fives Fat Ski-a- advantage of the beautiful SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – hosting this fundraiser for the Thon in the winter is not only Vermont backdrop. What a fantastic day on the foundation. Thank you, Sugar- one of our most fun events, but Sugarbush Resort Golf fairway for the Springfield bu s h .” it’s for a great cause. It’s great to Club is located at 1091 Golf Regional Chamber of Com- Following the 9 a.m. registra- carry that energy over into the Course Rd. in Warren, Vt. merce’s 49th annual Hack- tion, the day’s events will kick summer.” For more information about ers Golf Tournament held off a “Break the Glass” compe- After the golf tournament, the Charity Golf Tourna- Thursday, July 11 at Crown tition sponsored by Elevation heavy apps, drinks, and awards ment, email Steve@high- Point Country Club! With Physical Therapy where golfers will be hosted with dancing to fivesfoundation.com. our largest turnout in near- ly two decades, we hit the course with 24 teams for a total of 96 players this year. Okemo Valley Golf Club Men’s The field was split into two divisions allowing for four League results, July 16 first place winning teams: • Flight A: Gross – Jay Clap- LUDLOW, Vt. – Okemo Val- combined to win 9.5 holes. Season standings: perton, Travis White, Jordan ley Golf Club’s Men’s League Closest to the pin winners were • First - Built Rite MFG. 98 Clapperton, Dean Bactad; Flight B Gross Winners. has a new leader after play Peter Modisette and John Pick. points Net – Cas Krupinsky, Jake PHOTO PROVIDED Tuesday, June 16. Built Rite Weekly results: • Second - Stryhas Builders Loiko, Tom Tourville, Scott MFG. took down Stryhas • First - Built rite MFG. score 90 points Pinkham Builders in the alternate-shot 13.5 holes won, 15 points • Third - Knight Tubs 84 • Flight B: Gross – Justin format. Built Rite players Josh • Second - Sotheby’s Realty points Lewis, Matt Elsesser, Scott Rourke, Rick Doyle, John score 10.5 holes won, 13 points • Fourth - Diamond Realty Peterson, Daniel Tricarico; Smith, and Tim Faulkner com- • Third - Knight Tubs score 77 points Net – Tony Moriglioni, Bay bined to win 13.5 out of a pos- 9.5 holes won, 11 points • Fifth - Sotheby’s Realty 75 Wheeler, Craig Fairbank, sible 18 holes, which earned • Fourth - HWC Financial points Shane Mas them the top spot for the night score 9.5 holes won, 10 points • Sixth - HWC Financial 75 A big thank you to Kelley and in the season standings. • Fifth - Huntley’s Wealth points Sales & Service, our hole-in- Sotheby’s Realty moved up the Management score 8.5 holes • Seventh - Huntley’s Wealth one sponsor – alas, nobody board a bit as Pat McLaughlin, won, 9 points Management 74 points sank a hole-in-one on the Larry Plumb, Charlie Howard, • Sixth - Diamond Realty • Eighth - Green Mountain 18th hole to win a car this and Fra Devine combined to score 8.5 holes won, 8 points Appraisals 60 points year, but everyone had a win 10.5 holes. Rounding out • Seventh - Green Mountain For more information lot of fun trying. Thanks to the top three, and remaining in Appraisals score 7.5 holes won, about Okemo Valley Golf Richard and Carolyn Lane third place overall, was Knight 7 points Club, please call 802-228- for sponsoring the putting Tubs. Lou Falango, Bob Fortu- • Eighth - Stryhas Builders 1396 or visit www.okemo. contest – Kelen Beardsley na, Ken Guy, and Terry Thayne score 4.5 holes won, 6 points com. came within mere inches Flight B Net Winners. of winning the big bucks. PHOTO PROVIDED Thanks also to our banquet Legion baseball slate washed out sponsor, Mascoma Bank; our scorecard sponsor, Re- Amcomm Wireless – Verizon & Wheeler Insurance Agency, REGION – Monday, July boro Post 5 and Bellows Falls team, double-elimination wind 106.5 WCFR; our cart Wireless retailer, Bibens Home One Credit Union, Parker 22’s evening American Legion Post 37 was also a casualty of state tournament beginning sponsor, Springfield Hous- Center, Cota & Cota, Dubois & & Ankuda P.C., River Val- baseball game in Bennington the weather. That game will Saturday, July 27 at Colches- ing Authority; and our spon- King Inc., Edward Jones Finan- ley Credit Union, Springfield between Lakes Region and now be played in Brattleboro ter’s Saddlemire Field. The sor at the turn, H&R Block. cial Advisor Amy Duffy, Fly- Housing Authority, Springfield Bennington Post 13 was rained on Wednesday, July 24, but day will begin at 8:30 a.m. And much appreciation to ing Crow Coffee Co., Gurney Regional Development Corpo- out and rescheduled for Thurs- Bellows Falls will be the home with Southern Division’s No. our player gift sponsors, Cla- Brothers Construction, HB En- ration, and Ultimate Autobody. day, July 25 at 5:30 p.m. team. 3 seed clashing with the No. remont Savings Bank and ergy Solutions, HCRS, IPG Em- As always, Crown Point Another game scheduled This is the final week of regu- 2 seed from the North. That Trout River Brewery. ployee Benefit Specialists, Jerry Country Club was a gorgeous for Monday between Brattle- lar season play with the eight- will be the first of four games Thank you to this year’s Farnum State Farm, Lamb and setting for the tournament, that day at Saddlemire. hole sponsors: All Service, McNaughton P.C., Lawrence with some delicious food after- The tournament continues wards. Many thanks to Rich through Wednesday, July 31. Vacca, Kristin Cook, and the The Standings: staff at Crown Point Country Southern Division – Club for helping us to put on Lakes Region 19-4, Rutland another great event. Last, but 17-5, Brattleboro 16-6, Ben- not least, a big thank you to nington 10-11, White River our volunteers, and to the Junction 10-12, Bellows Falls planning committee that or- 3-19, Randolph 2-20. ganized our fun-filled Hack- Northern Division – Col- er’s Day tournament: Kelen chester 22-2, SD Ireland Beardsley, chairperson; Julie 14-8, Post 91 14-8, South Corliss, Lindsey Dauphin, Burlington 12-10, Franklin Amy Duffy, Jerry Farnum, County 12-10, Montpelier Ben Hills, Meredith Kelley, 9-14, OEC Kings 7-13, Addi- and Jeff Perkins, committee; son County 8-16, Barre 3-20. Dan Harrington, Lyndsie Perkins, Julie Martin, Alice Recent Legion baseball games were rained out. Article courtesy of the The Pink Ladies. Page, and Sue Dana, volun- PHOTO PROVIDED Rutland Herald. PHOTO PROVIDED teers. 2B | July 24, 2019 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper arts & entertainment Weston Playhouse Theatre Ekata! A cultural feast for the cast for “Oklahoma!” senses WESTON, Vt. – Weston America today. gullible Ado Annie is played PUTNEY, Vt. – Join us at porting MGV’s work on the Telangana. Since 1995, this col- Playhouse Theatre Company Director Reginald L. Douglas by CoCo Smith; mysterious the Putney Community Cen- ground. This partnership be- laboration has focused on the announces the cast for its fresh says, “Oklahoma! celebrates the Jud is played by Philip Stod- ter Saturday, July 27, from gan in 1995 when Teresa lived needs of families in the region, take on the inimitable master- thrill of pursuing dreams, love, dard; Dream Curly is danced 2-4:30 p.m., when Marygold in India and worked with the supporting physical health and piece, Rodgers and Hammer- and legacy that uniquely unites by Sir Brock Warren; and the Village, a locally-run initia- Monastics teaching kindergar- well-being through organic and stein’s “Oklahoma!” playing us all as Americans. Featuring confident cowboy Curly is tive working with women ten and training teachers. A biodynamic food production, through Aug. 10 at the Weston a wonderfully diverse cast of played by Davon Williams. and families internationally, cultural friendship continues to clean water, play-based educa- Playhouse, Tuesday through actors and musicians, our pro- Weston audiences will is hosting a cultural feast for grow and now is reaching out tion for young children, educa- Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday duction of the classic musical recognize Munson Hicks the senses. This not-to-be to invite and inspire our local tional sponsorship for school- and Saturday 2 p.m.; and Sun- reimagines what the fabric of as Carnes, a rancher from missed event will be a rich communities to be part of this aged children, family support day 3 p.m. a community can look, sound, countless other productions and unique summer outing global village and join in work- services, vocational training, On a beautiful morning in and feel like with vigor, ingenu- at Weston and on Broad- for everyone. ing for the good. and care of the elderly through 1906, a group of intrepid pio- ity, and an abundance of joy! way; as well as the Weston “Ekata” means unity in the Marygold Village is an in- multigenerational community neers are setting out to forge Get ready for the best block Playhouse Young Company Telugu language of south- clusive nonprofit initiative, life. a new community and young party ever!” members from “The Phan- ern India. Marygold Village honoring the rich and diverse There is a suggested donation women and men are setting out The show brings many new tom Tollbooth” and the Cab- is located in the small vil- cultures of southern India, for this event. Putney Com- to chart their futures. When faces to the Weston stage. aret. lage of Hemachandrapurem, and takes action in partner- munity Center is located at 10 “Oklahoma!” opened on Broad- Community pillar Aunt Eller is Rodgers and Hammer- home to families who, three ship with the local community Christian Square in Putney. For way, it promptly revolutionized played by Inga Ballard; peddler stein’s “Oklahoma!” plays at generations prior, were af- of Carmelite Monastics in the more information, email mary- the American musical. Its stun- Ali Hakim is played by Billy Co- Weston Playhouse, 12 Park fected with leprosy, and who states of Andhra Pradesh and [email protected]. ning music, heartfelt storytell- hen; Dream Laurey is brought St. in Weston. Subscriptions now are interacting into the ing, and richly poetic lyrics to life by dancer Sarah Fischer; and single tickets are avail- wider community in spite of awakened audiences to a reve- Cord Elam is played by Peter able online and by calling the continued social sigma. Lo- The Brass Connection latory vision of America. This Hughes; sweet but simple Will Weston Box Office at 802- cals Elia Gilbert and Teresa production celebrates Rodg- is played by Dan Lusardi; the 824-5288. Gift certificates Savel continue the work of ers and Hammerstein’s “Okla- independent Laurey is played can be purchased online at Marygold Village in Ver- swings into Weston homa!” – a musical written for by Mia Pinero; flirtatious and www.westonplayhouse.org. mont when not in India sup- WESTON, Vt. – The Sun- on tuba. This group, formed in days On The Hill Concert 2000, will “take your audience Calling all local artists to Open Wall Show Series is excited to have The on a musical odyssey.” They Brass Connection return to perform many styles of music SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Local work at Gallery at the VAULT is a chance to display work in come along with the paintings Weston’s historic and acousti- including classical, ragtime, Dix- artists are invited to show their in our Open Wall Show. This a non-juried show. There is no and photos. cally perfect Church on the ieland, blues, patriotic swing, fee. The theme for our next Bring your work in Thursday, Hill Sunday, July 28, 2019 at 4 Broadway show selections, and show is “Flights of Fancy.” This July 25, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.; Fri- p.m. The church is located on Tijuana brass. The program July is a great opportunity for art- day, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 Lawrence Hill Road and is just 28 will be a pops style eclectic The Stone Cold Roosters ists who would like to get their p.m.; or Saturday, July 27, from a few steps up the hill from program drawing from some of work out there for the first 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The show will the Weston Village Green, off these genres. to play July 25 time as well as for seasoned run from July 31 to Oct. 18. Route 100. Parking is available All Sundays On The Hill con- artists. Gallery at the VAULT is at the church and along the certs are Sundays at 4 p.m. Chil- CHESTER, Vt. – The 2019 Chester Summer Music Series is Please bring work that is located at 68 Main Street in road and village green. This dren 12 and under are free. This delighted to present The Stone Cold Roosters, Thursday, July framed and wired for hang- Springfield. We are open Mon- concert is sure to delight audi- is the same admission cost as 25, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. on the Academy Lawn across from the green in Chester. The Stone Cold Roosters are a band that can ing and acceptable for viewing day 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and ences young and old. when the concert series started strut, swing, and rock across decades of American music with by all ages. Artists may bring Wednesday through Saturday The musicians of The Brass 23 years ago. A handicap ramp style. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. In the event of rain, in two works if they are 18 by 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more in- Connection include Richard will be available for those need- the concerts will be held at American Legion Post 67, 637 Route 20 inches or smaller – or one formation, call 802-885-7111, Given and Erich Ledebuhr on ing it. For additional information 103 S. in Chester. For further information, contact Chris Klee- piece if it is larger. Sculpture, email galleryvault@vermontel. trumpets, Hillary Ledebuhr about the 2019 summer concert man at 802-875-4393. jewelry, pottery, wood cre- net, or visit www.galleryvault. on French horn, Chris Baird series, see www.sundaysonthe- ations, and fiber art are wel- org. on trombone, and Chip Halt hill.org. The Vermont Journal/The Shopper July 24, 2019 | 3B arts & entertainment Big Band Brunch, dancing Band to make more noise returns to Bellows Falls about Vermont libraries BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The air-conditioned, and features atre performers with Main second Big Band Brunch will the original tongue and groove Street Arts in both Saxtons WESTON, Vt. – The alter- them!” gushed frontman David cial populations.” be held Sunday, July 28 at the oak dance hall flooring, which River and the Opera House native folk-rock band David Rosane. “The collective awareness on Moose Lodge, 59 Westminster dates back to the early ’50s. A in Bellows Falls; the annual Rosane & the Zookeepers “All donations raised at the how vital libraries are to our St. in Bellows Falls. Enjoy a bar has been installed in the Lion’s Club musical at the featuring Don Sinclair on door of each show go to the lives and liberty is growing,” full course brunch from 11:30 room so that the space is en- Colonial Theatre in Keene; bass and guitar and Jennifer town library and their pro- added vocalist Jennifer Grossi, a.m. – 1 p.m. and then dance tirely private. An elevator pro- and Springfield Community Grossi on vocals, synthesizer, grams and needs,” said Rosane. “and we want to build on that to the classic big band sounds vides accessibility and park- Players in Springfield, Vt. and percussion, is touring “We are a volunteer band, and momentum. In many commu- of the ’40s and ’50s made popu- ing is readily available on the The full-course brunch in support of rural libraries plan to turn it into an official nities in Vermont, libraries are lar by Frank Sinatra, Rosemary street. People of all ages who at- menu includes quiche, fruit for the second summer in a 501(c)(3) by year’s end. Under- the only places some people Clooney, Ella Fitzgerald, and tend can enjoy music from the and cheese board, bacon, row. This year, their “Across writing, donations, and merch can access the internet – imag- Doris Day. golden age of the ’40s and ’50s. baked ham, home fries, pas- the ZOO-niverse” tour will sales help cover our costs. Of ine how crucial that factor can The June event was such a Both singers have consider- tries, and croissants. The appear Saturday, July 27, course we’re in it for the music, be in making voting decisions, success that the Moose Lodge able live performance experi- cash bar will feature beer, from 5-7 p.m., at the Weston too! Our latest album ‘Book for example, or even getting in- decided to offer it again. The ence and earned a reputation wine, mimosas, margari- Community Church on the of ZOO’ just picked up a 2019 spired to vote. And we’re lucky event begins with brunch for their vocal prowess and tas, and kicked-up Bloody Hill. Tammie Award for best Ver- in Vermont – there are more li- served in the hall followed by song interpretation. McGahie Marys. “What started out last year mont rock album. braries here per capita than in live onstage performances with was the grand prize winner of Tickets can be purchased as a grassroots effort led by “In addition to fundraising, any other state!” regional vocalists Zac Binney Southern Vermont Idol in 2017 in advance with credit card a trio of crazed book worms we really want to draw the me- This year’s official summer and Allie McGahie and dancing while Binney placed second, by leaving your name and has blossomed into a bit of dia’s and people’s attention to reading program is “A Universe from 1-3 p.m. Sound and light- and they were Top Ten final- number at 802-463-4054. a statewide fixture. We now the often-overlooked role our of Stories.” Unsurprisingly, the ing provided by Aime Theroux ists in the 2019 Keene Idol. Your call will be returned. If have the full-fledged support libraries play in our towns. Li- Zookeepers, a self-described and Erik Dustin of Night Flight They have performed in a va- available, tickets can be pur- of the Vermont Department braries aren’t just a place for “fringe” band, known for de- Productions. riety of events over the last 15 chased at the door with cash of Libraries, lots of media books, they’re community cen- livering humor, intellectual- The function hall at the lodge years, first as vocalists and or credit card. Advance res- attention, a recent appear- ters, an open space for public ism, and drama in equal doses, has been newly renovated, is more recently as musical the- ervations recommended. ance at the Vermont State events and lifelong learning, has named the tour “Across the Legislature, a bunch of lo- where people can also just hang ZOO-niverse: a 2019 Library cal business sponsors, and and socialize, a cool place for Space Odyssey and Benefit Davis Brothers Garage Band to towns inviting us to play for the lonely, the elderly, and spe- Tou r.” play in Proctorsville Rock of Ages at COH

CAVENDISH, Vt. – The Cav- band with cousin Lane Gibson. and neighbors in front of the CLAREMONT, N.H. – The takes the stage and scantily clad Sherri, and the gang save the endish Community and Con- The latest addition to the band gazebo on the green. Bring Repertory Theatre at COH groupies line up to turn their strip – and themselves – before servation Association and the is no stranger to Proctorsville – a blanket or a comfortable presents “Rock of Ages,” with fantasies into reality. Amidst it’s too late? Only the music of town of Cavendish invite every- Mark Huntley will be on drums. chair, have a picnic, or just lie musical hits from the ‘80s, the madness, aspiring rock star, hit bands Styx, Journey, Bon one to spend an evening having The band is famous for covers of back and relax on the grass. Friday and Saturday, July 26 and resident toilet cleaner, Drew Jovi, Whitesnake, and more fun on the Svec Memorial Green Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, and It’s a fun way to enjoy the and 27 at 7 p.m. at the Clare- longs to take the stage as the hold the answer. in Proctorsville Wednesday, July the Doobie Brothers, among summer weather and either mont Opera House in Clare- next big thing – and longs for Tickets can be purchased by 31, starting at 6 p.m. when the others. reconnect with old friends or mont, N.H. small-town girl Sherri, fresh off phone at 603-542-0064, in per- annual summer music series Concerts in Proctorsville are make new ones. It’s the tail end of the big, the bus from Kansas with stars son at the Opera House Box continues with the Davis Broth- held on consecutive Wednesday As always, the concerts are bad 1980s in Hollywood, and in her eyes. But the rock and roll office in City Hall Complex at ers Garage Band. nights in July and August. This free and open to the public. the party has been raging fairytale is about to end when 58 Opera House Square, Clare- The band has been a staple of concert is sponsored by DG In case of inclement weather, hard. Aqua Net, Lycra, lace, German developers sweep into mont, N.H. or the night of the the Vermont ski scene, and be- Bodyworks of Proctorsville. please check the Cavendish and liquor flow freely at one town with plans to turn the show. Check out the complete fore that in Colorado, since the The town of Cavendish en- Facebook page. For more in- of the Sunset Strips last leg- fabled Strip into just another cast list at www.claremontop- 1970s. Brothers Rick and Jeff courages all area residents and formation, please call Robin endary venues, a place where capitalist strip mall. Can Drew, erahouse.org. Davis of Brownsville formed the visitors to join their friends at 802-226-7736. sex machine Stacee Jaxx Pikes Falls Chamber Music Festival’s eighth season The Emporium Tobacco REGION – Pikes Falls Cham- dence Nathan Lincoln-Decusa- sic Festival will celebrate the perform. ber Music Festival will cel- tis’s world premiere will feature southern Vermont community Natasha Loewy will once & Gift Shop ebrate its eighth season with New York photographs by Ver- Sunday, Aug. 4. The commu- again lead the Pikes Falls Visual the music of Caroline Shaw, mont photographer Rebecca nity day will kick off with an Art Residency that runs along- Joan Tower, Robert Schumann, Lepkoff. instrument making workshop side the music festival. The Humidified Premium Cigars | Hand Blown Glass Pipes Johannes Brahms, and more. PFCM will tour southern for kids and young adults at residency will be from Mon- Hookahs & Shisha | Roll Your Own Tobacco & Supplies The Grammy nominated and Vermont with performances at 10:30 a.m. From 2-4 p.m. at the day, Aug. 5 through Sunday, awarded musicians of Pikes the Jamaica State Park, the Ja- Jamaica Community Church, Aug. 11. The artists will give a Bubblers & Water Pipes | Smoking Accessories Falls Chamber Music Festival, maica Town Hall, the Jamaica join the Pikes Falls Chamber public talk about their art prac- along with the Pikes Falls Ba- Community Church, Valley Ensemble in their open re- tices Saturday, Aug. 10, from Vaporizers & Concentrates | E-Cigs & E-Pipes roque Ensemble and Naked- Cares Assisted Living, the Brat- hearsal. Closing the celebra- 3-4 p.m. For more information, Eye Ensemble, will perform tleboro Music Center, and the tions, there will be an open mic visit www.pikesfallsvisualar- concerts in southern Vermont Grafton Community Church. and potluck at the Jamaica tresidency.com. 802-775-2552 beginning Wednesday, July 31, All concerts are free to the pub- Town Hall, from 6-9 p.m. The For more information on 2019 and concluding Saturday, lic; donations to help the festi- open mic will be led by the Pikes Falls Chamber Music 131 Strongs Ave, Rutland, VT Aug. 10, 2019. val run are accepted and appre- Jesse Loewy Band. Commu- Festival, visit us online at www. During the second week of ciated. nity members are encouraged pikesfallschambermusicfesti- the festival, composer-in-resi- Pikes Falls Chamber Mu- to bring their favorite dish and val.com.

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4B | July 24, 2019 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper outdoor news Springfield Race Series eyes third Vermont’s race with the Booster Dash migratory bird SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – After earning a perfect 30 any barriers that might elim- two races in the Springfield points, Myra Mcnaugh- inate a student from being Race Series, the competition ton and Kyle Weeks, part of Cosmos athletics are hunting seasons is heating up! After the Dam who has led the male torn down. Run and the Lace Up for Laura 20-24 age group both The EdgarMay Thanks- MONTPELIER, Vt. – The events, over 500 people have races. giving Day 5k is held annu- Vermont Fish & Wildlife participated in a road race this We have a few runners ally prior to the meal Ameri- Department has announced year in the Springfield. The two earning 29-points: Jim cans consume the most the 2019-20 migratory bird races have created some heated Fog, 40-44 age group; amount of food. This race hunting season dates and bag contests among division win- Jillian Trip, 35-39 age is the perfect way to start limits. ners vying for the title of fastest group; Paige Condon, your Turkey Day morning A printable copy of the Mi- in town. 15-19 age group; John by burning off a few calo- gratory Bird Syllabus can be Here is a brief recap of how Blais, 50-54 age group; ries with friends and family. downloaded from the Ver- the Springfield Race Series and Scott Peterson, 55- Kyle Weeks in green is one of only two The 3.1-mile course starts mont Fish & Wildlife website, Vermont 2019 migratory bird works: participants will earn 59. It seems the most participants to earn a perfect 30 points for at Springfield Hospital and www.vtfishandwildlife.com, hunting information can be five points for completing each competitive group is winning his division in both races. travels to Springfield High under “Hunt” – “Hunting downloaded from the Vermont race as well as points for placing the age bracket is the PHOTO PROVIDED School and back for flat, Regulations and Seasons.” A Fish & Wildlife website. in the top-10 within their five- men’s 55-59 with Peter- fast course. Come dressed printed version also will be PHOTO PROVIDED year age group. For example, son at 29 points, Joe Cerniglia members together while rec- in a costume or with a large available from license agents if you participated in both the with 27 points, and Joe Couter- ognizing the importance of group of family and friends and post offices by late Au- on those dates. Both adult and Dam Run and the Lace up for marsh with 25 points. healthy living and exercise. The and you might receive one gust. youth must have Vermont hunt- Laura events and placed first in The women’s 50-54 age group Dash is an event sponsored by of the many fun prizes given A statewide Vermont open ing licenses. The adult may not your age group, you would have is also tight with Sarah Moulton the Springfield Booster Club away each year. This event hunting season for resident hunt or carry a firearm. Youth 30 points; if you placed fifth in at the top with 28 points and and embodies the cornerstones is held on Thanksgiving Canada geese will occur Sept. ages 16 and 17 must have a Ver- your age group you would have Sharon Snide with 24. There is of their work: collaboration, morning at 9 a.m. so you are 1-25. The daily bag limit is mont Migratory Waterfowl tag 20 points. another interesting race brew- revitalization, and community home in plenty of time for five Canada geese in the Con- and federal duck stamp. After the two races, here are ing in the women’s 25-29 age spirit. The course begins at the your meal. Proceeds for this necticut River Zone and eight Woodcock hunting season is the top point earners and their group with Sarah Flore lead- Jones Center parking area and event benefit the Edgar May in the rest of the state during Oct. 1- Nov. 14 statewide with a age groups. The 14-and-under ing Kristen Bruso 28-26 in travels the Toonerville Trail out Health and Recreation Cen- this September season. The three-bird bag limit. group has two cousins vying points. A few other impressive and back along the beautiful ter’s Annual Fund. For more purpose of the September In addition to a hunting li- for first in the men’s category performances include Nancy Black River. information, go to www.my- season is to help control Ver- cense, a waterfowl hunter 16 or with Zed and Isaac Mcnaugh- Bladyka with 24 points in the These funds are going to be reccenter.org/thanksgiving- mont’s resident Canada goose older must carry a current fed- ton at the top with 29 and Women’s 65 and up bracket and used specifically to increase day-5k. population prior to the arriv- eral duck stamp and Vermont 25 points respectively. In the Erica Blais with 27 points in the the equipment available in the To register for the final al of Canada geese migrating Migratory Waterfowl tag in women 14-and-under category women’s 45-49 bracket. Cosmos Closet. The Cosmos two events, stop by the Ed- south from Canada. order to hunt waterfowl in Ver- it’s a tight race between Myra There are still two opportuni- Closet is a place where Spring- gar May Health and Rec- A second Canada goose mont. Federal stamps are sold McNaughton, 30 points; Bizzy ties to add to your points total field’s student athletes can ob- reation Center, Springfield hunting season for resident at post offices, federal refuges, Tindall, 24; and Amelia Mur- or take over the lead. tain the necessary equipment Parks and Recreation, or and migrant geese will be or online at www.fws.gov/birds/ chie, 23. The Booster Dash 5K is Sat- to participate in sports safely. check with a member of the held Oct. 10-Nov. 8 in the get-involved/duck-stamp/buy- Only two participants have urday, Aug. 3 at 9 a.m. This is The Booster Club has gently Springfield Booster Club. If Lake Champlain and interior duck-stamp.php. State Migra- completed both events and a fun, flat course race that is used equipment but also retains you have additional ques- zones with a daily bag limit of tory Waterfowl tags are available placed first in their age group designed to bring community funding for items that need to tions, please contact Chris- two Canada geese. on Vermont Fish & Wildlife’s be purchased new or specific tian Craig at 802-885-2568 In the Connecticut River website, www.vtfishandwildlife. for a student. The Booster Club or [email protected]. Zone, the second Canada com, and from license agents. takes pride in making sure that See you out on the road! goose season will be Oct. The hunter must sign the fed- 2-Nov. 3, and Nov. 20-Dec. 16 eral duck stamp. with a daily bag limit of two All migratory game bird hunt- Jane Doe, Natural Blooms Floral Arrangements Canada geese. ers must also be registered with D ID YOUR BANK JUST David Chaves Duck season this fall opens the Harvest Information Pro- Oct. 10 in the Lake Cham- gram in each state they hunt. PACK-UP AND LEAVE? plain and Interior Vermont You can register on Vermont EXCAVATING Zones and Oct. 2 in the Con- Fish & Wildlife’s website or call At River Valley Credit Union we can assure you that we aren’t going anywhere. We’re a full-service locally Family Owned & Operated Since 1980 necticut River Zone. The Lake toll-free 1-877-306-7091. After based financial institution with all the services you need. Champlain Zone has a split providing some basic informa- season: Oct. 10-Nov. 1 and tion, you will receive your an- Nov. 23-Dec. 29. 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Serving Chester, Springfield, Windham, and sur- 802-672-3335. (08/20/19) Breads, Cookies. Full Breakfast & Lunch. 73 Depot St. Proctorsville rounding areas. Dennis Allard: 802-254-0680. Billy Parker: 802-874- 802-226-7007. crowsbakeryandcafe.com. Like us on Facebook. 7260. (09/24/19 TFN-13) (09/03/19 TFN-13) 6B | July 24, 2019 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper calendar LEGAL NOTICES/HELP WANTED CLASSES & 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The basic computer skills and COMMUNITY Menu includes three line the streets, village a.m. at Wunderbar, 22 program blends computer a laptop with Adobe meats, cold soups, a big greens, off roads and by Rockingham St. in the WORKSHOPS science, problem solving, Photoshop 6 or higher. MEALS variety of salads, and ways to help you find a square in Bellows Falls. and teamwork using a delicious desserts. Rain treasure you can’t live Resident DJ Jade will be JULY 27 – THURSDAYS – JULY 25 – CHESTER, Vt. – Qigong learning-by-designing PERU, Vt. – Londonderry location will be in Willard without. A BBQ is located spinning a diverse mix of LUDLOW, Vt. – Okemo Summer Workshop approach. Girls work Community Picnic Lunch Hall. Children under 6 on the Proctorsville Green dance tunes through the Valley TV offers “Train Saturday, July 27 from with cloud-based software will be on Thursday, July eat for free. Plan to come and a store owner has ages. Nightclub dance the Trainers” workshops 9 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at to create websites with 25 at noon at Hapgood with friends. Call 802- their close outs on the party atmosphere, great on fourth Thursdays at Fullerton Inn in Chester. informational graphics Pond for residents of the 875-2114 if you wish to Cavendish Green, along bespoke cocktails all made no cost, 6-7 p.m. at the Discover the Qi with and videos. There will be mountain towns. The meal reserve seats at a special with other vendors. Check in-house, inclusive vibe, Okemo Valley TV studio, flowing movement! time outside each day will be under the pavilion time. Details can be found out what some vendors all welcome. Come dance 37C Main St. in Ludlow. Email laurenpottervt@ for unplugged games. at the park. The meals at the church website at have for sale at the with us. Everyone who wants to gmail.com and No prior programming are free; donations are www.stlukesepiscopalvt. Cavendish Facebook page learn the “ticks and tricks” THURSDAYS – register online at www. experience is required. welcomed. The park is org/specialevents. at www.facebook.com/ of TV-video production is PUTNEY, Vt. – Dinner laurenpotterreikihealing. Scholarships available. located on Hapgood Pond cavendishvt. welcome. Reserve a space and a movie on the last com. For more information, visit Road in Peru. Hosted by at [email protected] or call EVENTS ACWORTH, N.H. – The Thursday of the month, www.younghacks.com. Second Congregational 802-228-8808. second annual Acworth 5:30 p.m. At each event, CHESTER, Vt. – Spiritual Church, UCC, of JULY 26 - AUG. 1 – Community Project Car the chefs at the Gleanery Guidance Workshop on Londonderry. Residents of TOWNSHEND, Vt. – The CLAREMONT, N.H. – Part Show is happening on will serve a special menu Saturday, July 27 from all ages are welcome. Any Townshend Public Library 2 of Photoshop 101 class CLUBS Saturday, July 27, from in time for diners to make 1:30 - 5 p.m. at the questions, please call the invites you come enjoy on Thursday, Aug. 1 from JULY 27 – 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at it to the hosted 7 p.m. Fullerton Inn in Chester. church at 802-824-6453. “Wildlife Tales” at the Email laurenpottervt@ 6 – 9 p.m. at Claremont TOWNSHEND, Vt. – Townshend Town Hall on the Acworth Village Store. film screening around the gmail.com and Makerspace. The class is Hike Bald Mountain in AUG. 2 – Friday, July 26, at 6:30 Bring your antique or corner at Next Stage, 15 register online at www. a basic introduction to the Townshend with the Green BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – p.m. Storytelling naturalist classic car or motorcycle Kimball Hill Rd. For pricing laurenpotterreikihealing. tools and uses of Adobe Mountain Club Manchester First Friday supper on Michael Clough from to show off to attendees or reservations, call 802- com. Photoshop Software for Section on Saturday, July Friday, Aug. 2 from the Southern Vermont who will then vote for 387-3052. Limited seating photography and photo 27. Meet at Clark’s IGA 5 – 7 p.m. at First Baptist Natural History Museum their favorite. Entrance is available. JULY 29 – AUG. 2 – manipulation. Subjects in Londonderry at 9 a.m. free. There will be food Church, 9 Church St., will introduce wild WEEKLY – WINDSOR, Vt. – Young covered include file types, to carpool to Townshend in Bellows Falls. Menu animals found around and drinks available at WEATHERSFIELD, Vt. – Hacks Academy Team resizing images, canvas State Park. Hike the trail includes BBQ hamburgers, New England. This free the car show followed by The Rev. Dan Foster Elektra girls-only Tech size and zooming, using to the summit through hot dogs, veggie burgers, program is for all ages to Acworth Village Store’s House, the museum Leadership Camp is for toolbars, layers, and interesting forest. There corn on the cob, salads, enjoy. It offers a unique famous Pizza Night from of the Weathersfield girls in grades 6 and 7 making color adjustments are nice but limited views dessert, and beverage. opportunity to view wildlife 5:30 -7:30 p.m. If you Historical Society, is open at the American Precision as well as various other from this summit but it Gluten-free and vegan up close and personal. are interested in showing for July and August on Museum in Windsor, tips, tricks and hints. is an enjoyable climb, available. Suggested It is sponsored by the off your awesome set of Monday and Wednesday July 29 to Aug. 2, from Participants must have 3.4 miles round trip, donation. Net proceeds to Townshend Public Library wheels, please contact afternoons from 2 to 5 1,100 feet elevation gain, benefit the Evans family. & the Vermont Department Wes Cubberley at p.m., and Friday mornings moderate hike. We will of Libraries. [email protected] or INVITATION TO BID be going at a moderately AUG. 3 – call 603-863-4802. from 9 a.m. to noon. WINTER SAND slow pace. Bring fluids, CHESTER, Vt. – The 81st JULY 26 & 27 – Admission is free and snacks, lunch, extra annual August Supper LONDONDERRY, Vt. – CHESTER, Vt. – Join us donations are welcome. for the Mountain Valley The Chester Highway Department is seeking bids clothing, rain coat. Poles at St. Luke’s Episcopal Don’t miss the annual are always helpful. RSVP Church is on Saturday, Whale of a Sale on Friday Climate Action 350VT for winter sand for the town’s stockpile. A bid Electric Vehicle Cruise LIBRARIES form and additional information can be obtained required to Marge Fish Aug. 3 from 5 – 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 26 802-384-3654 or marge. on the church lawn at 313 and 27, from 8 a.m. - In on Saturday, July 27, JULY 25 - at the Chester Town Office, 556 Elm Street, from 4 – 7 p.m. starting BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The Chester, VT during normal business hours (8:00 fi[email protected]. Main Street in Chester. 4 p.m. at the Second Congregational Church, at the First Universalist Rockingham Free Public a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). 2051 Vermont Route 11, Parish of Chester. Starting Library’s summer reading in Londonderry. As usual at 4:15 p.m., the group program continues All bids must be received at the Chester Town The Town of there is lots of furniture, will cruise the three-mile Thursday, July 25, at 5 Office no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July Rockingham has Request kitchen items, home décor, loop through Chester and p.m. with Making Space 25, 2019. for Proposals (RFP’s) out prints and frames, small back to the site. Following for Pollinators with The the cruise through town, for the following work, electronics, gardening Butterfly Guy. In this free, items, sports equipment, the EVs return to the all-ages program, learn materials or equipment and toys. Also includes our site for a show and tell about butterflies, bees, Green Mountain Unified School District and vegan/vegetarian bats, and how to build and Town Garage Generator RFP bake sale with delicious homemade items. For BBQ. SunCommon, maintain habitats that help Middle School Boys & Girls Soccer Coaches The Town of Rockingham is requesting proposals details, call 802-824- 350VT, and MVCA will our pollinator populations. Needed for a 27KW generator at the Town Garage located 6453. have information tables Bring a t-shirt, or money for upcoming 2019 Fall Season at on Rte #103 (Toolshed). Interested bidders are at the event. For more to buy a shirt, to make a Green Mountain Union High School asked to submit sealed proposals, clearly marked JULY 27 – information or questions, pollinator t-shirt with a “TOOLSHED GENERATOR RFP”, no later than CAVENDISH, Vt. – The you can contact Melody combination of dye sprays, Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 1, 2019. 9th annual Cavendish Reed at melodious54@ plants, and butterfly, bat, - Management and Coaching of the Soccer Teams Town Wide Tag sale will gmail.com. and dragon cut outs. For - Program development Road Line Striping RFP be held on Saturday, more information, contact - Experience is preferred but not required. The Town of Rockingham is requesting proposals July 27 from 9 a.m. – 2 BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – the Library 802-463- for 140,000 feet of white line striping. Interested p.m. Organizations, Wundergroove dance 4270, youthservices@ Background Checks Required bidders are asked to submit sealed proposals, clearly businesses and residents party on Saturday, July rockinghamlibrary,org, or marked “LINE STRIPING RFP”, no later than 2:00 27 from 9:30 p.m. – 1 rockinghamlibrary.org. Please forward a letter of interest and references to: p.m., Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Todd Parah JULY 26 - Athletic Dirctor Contact Everett Hammond, Public Works Director, ANSWERS TO TAKE A BREAK! LONDONDERRY, Vt. – Green Mountain Union High School Town of Rockingham for a copy of the RFP at 802- Visit us at the South 716 VT Route 103 South 463-3964 ext 1116 or it can be obtained on line at Londonderry Free Library Chester, VT 05143 [email protected]. Friday, July 26 at 1 p.m. 802-875-2146 for their Wild & Crazy Hair story time program. EOE 7/2019 Includes stories, songs, TOWN OF LUDLOW finger plays, games, and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING a related craft. For details, call 802-824-3371. FULL TIME SPECIAL-EDUCATION A public hearing before the Development Review JULY 27 – PARA-EDUCATORS Board for the Village of Ludlow, Vermont, will be WESTON, Vt. – David Black River High School/Middle School held on August 12, 2019 at 6:00 P.M., in the Ludlow Rosane & the Zookeepers Town Hall conference room, to consider a Condi- Black River High School is currently seeking to hire tional Use Permit located in the Village Residential two (2) highly qualified individuals to serve as a Commercial District: Special Ed Paraprofessionals Advanced Manufacturing Opportunity APPLICANT: Troy Caruso The ideal candidates will be caring, patient and flex- Hemingway Hill Properties LLC G.S. Precision Inc. and Vermont Technical College are seeking candidates to ible, Team spirited and very organized. You must 10 Colonial Drive participate in the GSP School of Manufacturing Technology, beginning this be passionate about students, and learning. Smithtown, New York 11787 Fall 2019. This program includes formal classroom instruction and hands on machining Candidates must be highly qualified with an As- PROPERTY LOCATION: 12 Meadow Street and engineering experience. Credits earned in this program can be used to- sociates degree or by successful completion of the Ludlow, Vermont 05149 wards VTC’s Associates Degree in General Engineering Technology. The cost ParaPro Assessment (see online). The candidates Parcel No. 230519.000 of the program is fully funded by GSP. must also enjoy being active, working collaborative- REASON FOR HEARING: Application to consider ly with a team, and possess the qualities of patience, This is an amazing opportunity to build a foundation for a successful career a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an creativity, flexibility, dependability, consistency, in the aerospace industry. Candidates must have the ability to manage a full existing funeral home & apartment to a two-fam- commitment, and a desire to learn new skills. schedule and commit to a two year program. Participants (students) will be ily home. The project is in the Village Residential Candidate will need to have the ability to follow a full time GSP employees working 32 hours per week while attending classes in Commercial District. detailed educational and behavioral plan. Experi- the evening. ence working with Special Needs Students a plus. APPLICATION NUMBER: 476-20-CU Participants will be eligible for our competitive benefits package which Background Check required. includes competitive wages, medical and dental insurance, company paid life The above application is available for inspection at and disability insurance and a 401 (k) plan with Company match as well as Interested candidates should send a letter of inter- the Ludlow Municipal Offices. Persons wishing to paid holidays and vacation time. est, a resume and 3 letters of references to: participate may do so in person, be represented by an agent or an attorney, or by writing the Board. Candidates will be required to take mechanical and math aptitude exams ad- Karen Trimboli Written communications about the application ministered by VTC and go through a formal interview process. Principal should be filed with the Board either prior to, or If you are interested in this opportunity please apply on-line or email your Black River High School during, the hearing. resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Deadlines for applica- 43 Main Street tions is August 30, 2019. Ludlow, VT 05149 Rosemary Goings G.S. Precision, is an Equal employment opportunity employer. EOE 6/2019 Board Clerk The Vermont Journal/The Shopper July 24, 2019 | 7B AUTOMOTIVE/REAL ESTATE calendar will tour to support Old Springfield Rd. Rt. 12 in South Claremont available. For information, at 6 p.m. with the Davis Robin at 802-226-7736. the gazebo. As always, Vermont libraries and Refreshments will be on across from the hang visit www.twilightmusic.org Brothers Garage Band on the concerts are free to shine a light on a sale – burgers, hot dogs, gliding field. The concert or call 802-387-5772. the Svec Memorial Green AUG. 7 - and open to everyone. library’s pivotal role in our chips, cold beverages, and will feature Nashville, in Proctorsville. Brothers CAVENDISH, Vt. – The Weather permitting. Rain communities Saturday, July a sweet. Please bring a Tenn. award-winners, JULY 30 - Rick and Jeff Davis of Cavendish Summer dates will be announced 27 at 5 p.m. at the Church lawn chair and enjoy our Lawless and Mae. Light SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Brownsville formed the Music Series continues on on the Cavendish on the Hill. Opening act entertainment. refreshments will be Springfield Community band with cousin Lane Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 6 Facebook page. For more is Jake Geppert. All ages provided and a raffle will Band, under the direction Gibson. The latest addition p.m. with Chris Kleeman information, please call welcome. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Open be held. Please plan on of Asst. Conductor Fritz to the band is no stranger on the Svec Memorial Robin at 802-226-7736. Mic Night with Johnny arriving early for a good Wendlandt, will present to Proctorsville – Mark Green in Proctorsville. This JULY 29 – O at Trout River Brewing seat. Admission will be by a free “March Night” Huntley will be on drums. concert is sponsored by OVER 2000 BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Company in Springfield on donation. concert on Tuesday, July This concert is sponsored Good Earth Landscape BROKEN-IN TIRES Poetry Open Mic night Friday, July 26 from 4 – 8 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the by DG Bodyworks of Company. Relax in the on Monday, July 29 at 7 p.m. Come on down to PUTNEY, Vt. – Twilight Hartness House Inn in Proctorsville. Bring a grass on your blanket or MANY SETS OF 4 p.m. at the Rockingham watch or perform at Trout Music presents the Julian Springfield. The plans for blanket or a comfortable favorite lawn chair – have Library in Bellows Falls. River Brewing Company’s Gerstin Sextet performing the evening include a mix chair, have a picnic, or a picnic or just listen to Dig out some poems Open Mic Night. Taste of original jazz at the 17th of well-known, well-loved just lie back and relax the music. Help keep the you’ve penned over the Brazil VT will be serving annual Twilight on the marches together with on the grass. In case of tradition alive and come years. Or sharpen your dinner and dessert! Tavern Lawn series on several more obscure inclement weather, please to Proctorsville to enjoy CANON TIRE pencils to write some Sunday, July 28 at 6 p.m. marches that are new check the Cavendish a warm summer evening JULY 26 & 27 - I-91, Exit 8, Ascutney, VT original poetry. Readers in downtown Putney on the this year to the band’s Facebook page. For more with your neighbors 802-674-5600 LUDLOW, Vt. – Enjoy should come prepared to Putney Tavern lawn (bring repertoire. information, please call and friends in front of NEW TIRES TOO!! read up to five poems. For the play “Love, Loss, and a lawn chair or blanket) more information, go to What I Wore” on Friday or at Next Stage at 15 JULY 31 - www.rockinghamlibrary. and Saturday, July 26 & Kimball Hill in case of CAVENDISH, Vt. – The org, call 802-463-4270, 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the rain. The concert is free to Cavendish Summer Ask email programming@ Black River Academy the public (donations are Music Series continues about our rockinghamlibrary.org or Museum in Ludlow. accepted) and food will be on Wednesday, July 31 P&M Auto Sales Guaranteed stop by the library at 65 Refreshments during Credit Approval intermission. To reserve a Westminster St. Quality Used Cars and Trucks Bankruptcy • Bad Credit ticket, call 802-228-5050. Walpole Valley Tire First Time • Divorce AUG. 3 - ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – JULY 27 - Rockingham Library is WEATHERSFIELD, Vt. – Specials of the Week hosting the second of a The 9th annual Summer Evening with Friends and three-part workshop series 2015 Subaru Impreza 2013 Audi A4 2OT on The Art of Spiritual Neighbors will be held Dreaming Saturday, Saturday, July 27 at 6 PZEV AWD AWD Auto Aug. 3 from 11 a.m. – p.m. at the Weathersfield Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 5:00 • Saturday 8:00 - Noon Center Meeting House Route 12 • Walpole, NH • 603-445-2060 Auto Sun Roof noon. Learn techniques 4 Cylinder 4 Cylinder on Weathersfield Center to improve dream Fully Loaded Fully Loaded recall, interpret dream Road. Popular trio Woods experiences for yourself, Tea Company will perform and work with the divine Celtic, Blue Grass, and 2016 Mazda CX-5 2011 Honda CR-V guidance dreams offer. Americana tunes. There AWD 4WD Led by Eckankar, a will be a silent auction, WESTMINSTER AUTO Sun Roof Auto spiritual teaching that and abundant appetizers WEEKLY SPECIALS Fully Loaded 4 Cylinder offers simple exercises and beverages will be 33,000 Miles Fully Loaded for people of all faiths, available. Decadent traditions, and walks of desserts will be served 2016 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT life to develop and deepen during the concert break. Double Cab, V8, Auto, 4WD, Bluetooth, OnStar, 2014 Nissan Xterra 2015 Chevy 2500 HD Suggested donation. Sirius, Keyless Entry, Backup Camera, Daytime a conscious and practical Running Lights, HID Headlights, Proceeds will benefit the AWD 4x4, Ext. Cab relationship with spirit. Towing Package V6 Fully Loaded Weathersfield Proctor Auto 25,000 Miles SATURDAYS - Library Capital Campaign. $31,995 Fully Loaded 2 Sets of Tires ALSTEAD, N.H. – Stop by Call the library at 802- 8 ft. Fisher Plow the Shedd-Porter Memorial 674-2863 for further 2009 FORD FOCUS SES Library for cinnamon information. 4 Cylinder, Auto, FWD, ABS, PW, PDL, buns the last Saturday of PS, Bluetooth, Rear Spoiler, SYNC, each month and visit with JULY 28 - Cruise Control, Tilt Wheel, Offer Expires 07/31/19 friends or neighbors. The CLAREMONT, N.H. – Fog Lights, Alloy Wheels $ cinnamon buns are from The River Valley Animal $7,695 20 McGuire’s Bakery and Protection League is Oil Change up to 5-quarts are available for a small hosting a benefit concert Financing Filter & Lube Doesn’t Include Synthetic Oil fee. All the proceeds go on Sunday, July 28, from 802-722-4722 Available low as 3.99%as to benefit the library. The 2 to 4 p.m. It will be held Open Mon. - Fri. 8am - 5pm | Sat. 9am - 12pm I-91 • Exit 5 • Route 5 • Westminster, VT library is at 3 Main St., next to Frank’s Bargain ournal 280 River Street • Springfield, VT • Tel: 802-885-4963 • 802-885-6200 www.WestminsterAutoVT.com Find us on Facebook!hopper Alstead. Center in the event hall on

MUSIC & Barrett & Valley Professional Friendly Service THEATER Associates Inc. 13 Clinton Street • Springfield, VT 05156 JULY 24 – 28 - “Professional Real Estate Services” 802-885-2500 • www.musevermont.com WHITE RIVER JCT., Vt. – www.barrettandvalley.com Northern Stage’s Summer 39 Pleasant Street, Grafton Lori Muse, Carol Cole, Musical Theater Intensive Broker/Owner REALTOR Students, ages 12-18, will A fantastic spot in North Springfield with easy access to State perform “Legally Blond” Roads in all directions. Convenient living on a single level with a July 24 – 28, from 7:30 – mudroom, eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry, livingroom with 10 p.m. at Northern Stage woodstove, two bedrooms, oversized 20x30 family room or studio in WRJ. For show times connected by a bright/sunny breezeway. Includes 1+/- acres with a large fenced in yard. A must see! JUST REDUCED AGAIN TO and details, visit www. $119,900 northernstage.org. In Town Saltbox Style Home on Antique Farmhouse In Historic Move In Ready Ranch at Open & Level 1.3+/- Acres! Village! Totally & Tastefully Edge Of Grafton Village! JULY 26 – 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Renovated, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 0.9+/-Acres A lovely country parcel located off a town maintained road with 22.38+/- acres gently sloping facing south Rockingham, $259,000 Chester, $225,000 Grafton, $189,000 and bordered by Vermont stone walls. A mix of open pasture and woods, ideal for potential house site, second SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – home, recreational or farm use. JUST REDUCED TO $75,000 Summer Encore Theatre, the traveling student Springfield Parcel located at the end of a cul-de-sac/development consisting of 3.26+/- acres with access to drama troupe, will present town water, town sewer and power. Nicely terraced lot with seasonal brook off to the side. Some site improve- “The Sun, the Moon and ments with garage and septic line. Priced to sell. JUST REDUCED TO $26,500 the Stars” at the Riverside Middle School Auditorium This unique and beautiful property is ready to become your new home or perhaps a new business location. Comfortable & Contemporary Village Living! Sweet, Inviting Country Home Located on the Main Street of picturesque Chester village the for- on Friday, July 26 at Ranch, 10+/- Acres & Close To Charming w/many Upgrades! Perennials and Babbling Brook 10 a.m. Local students Village! 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1.6+/- Acres mer Rectory has beautiful woodwork throughout as well as lovely from the Summer Daze Townshend, $179,800 Chester, $175,000 Wardsboro, $149,000 french doors, fireplace and numerous built-ins. This home features two living rooms, the dining room with built-ins, an eat-in kitchen program will participate with a butler’s pantry, three bedrooms as well as a den or office. The in the performance with bonus room, formerly the Chapel, is open to numerous possibilities. the Rutland High School A full basement and attic space and sitting on a newly sub-divided students. Summer Encore, lot of .53 acre the property includes a detached garage and lovely which is in its 22nd year, wrap around porch. JUST REDUCED TO $295,000 is a troupe of students in grades 7-12 who develop Adorable Updated Bungalow! Cape Cod House on Village Lot Great Investment! Looking for that ideal get away? This property offers a rural set- a play each year and Just Outside Village Great Patio, Pool, Fenced In 2 Homes, One Car ting with valley views, multiple deck levels and a wrap around deck 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 0.25 +/- Acres Garage & Babbling Brook for quiet enjoyment. Inside offers lots of natural woodwork, two travel throughout Vermont Chester, $129,500 Springfield, $129,000 Springfield, $85,000 performing! This show bedrooms on the main floor with full bath, open concept living/ is brought to Springfield kitchen/dining and a loft. Full basement for abundant storage with washer/dryer. Situated on 10+/- acres with a mix of open/wooded by the Springfield Town land offers ample space to call your own. Easy access to I91, ideal Library. Free and open to for any commute. $205,000 the public.

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