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DECEMBER 06, 2017 | WWW.VERMONTJOURNAL.COM VOLUME 17, ISSUE 49 Residents look to possible Black River independent school BY SHARON HUNTLEY committee in their mission since stu- ing to Donohue “the biggest hurdle gating implementing River Academy, the name The Vermont Journal dents from middle school and high will be getting approval with the state a 1 percent option the school was called be- school will have school choice, with since there seems to be resistance tax,” said Donohue. fore being made a public LUDLOW, Vt. - Ludlow and Mount their tuition dollars following the stu- within the Agency of Education to With an option We are Black River. school, though they are Holly residents voted “yes” on the pro- dent to their selected school, includ- accommodate schools beyond the tax, 1 percent addi- PHOTO BY SHAWNTAE STILLWELL still exploring the feasibil- posed unified school district vote on ing an independent school. public school model.” The application tional tax would be ity of this option. Nov. 28 with Ludlow voters tallying According to Uli Donohue, com- therefore must be a thorough and in- applied to rooms and meals within guidelines will be coming from the Donohue is pleased with the addi- 344 yes vs. 172 no votes and Mount mittee member of BRISC, “the fact depth proposal that will likely take the town and those dollars would go State Board of Education on special tional support and interest in BRISC Holly coming in with 341 yes vs. 66 that it was such a clear vote for yes many, many months to develop. back to the town, to then be passed education issues that will impact fi- she has seen since the yes vote last no votes. With the eventual closure of was encouraging to us” since the es- One of the biggest challenges for onto the independent school. This nances as well. “We would like to week but welcomes even more com- Black River Middle High School by tablishment of an independent school an independent school is to generate option would need to be presented cater to as many students as possible, munity involvement. “I would en- 2020 being a key component of the would need to attract those student additional income to help bridge the to and approved by the town voters that’s our goal. The difference be- courage everyone to come and edu- new unified school district, residents dollars. “I want to make sure that ev- gap between what the district will pay however, and there would need to be tween our goal and the realities will cate themselves and get involved,” she now turn to a possible establishment eryone is aware that we really are very for each student and the actual cost a commitment from the town to for- play themselves out as we go along.” said. The Black River Independent of a Black River Independent School serious about wanting to establish an of running the school. According to ward these dollars to the school. Of As for immediate next steps, BRISC School Committee meets every Tues- as the one possible avenue left to keep independent school,” said Donohue. Donohue, based on the information some note, this same tax option had will be working on logistical barriers day at 6:30 p.m. at Ludlow Elemen- a local school option open in town. The committee will begin the ardu- they have gleaned from other inde- been proposed and defeated several such as registering a non-profit busi- tary School in the library. The Black River Independent ous task of applying for approval by pendent schools, they would need years ago, but Donohue notes “there ness with the state, and registering For additional information con- School Committee (BRISC) was es- the State Board of Education. This is anywhere from half a million to one had been no clear idea of how that for federal non-profit status. These tact blackriverindependentschool@ tablished in recent months to explore a lengthy application process that in- million dollars annually to cover money would be used for that pre- are necessary since an independent gmail.com or visit www.blackriverin- that possibility of turning Black River cludes many factors including a solid their projected shortfall. “We’re look- vious vote.” Although independent school is set up and run as just that, dependentschool.org. Middle High School into an indepen- financial plan, viable school gover- ing at a variety of fundraising options schools have more flexibility when it a non-profit business. Donohue also Donations can be made to www. dent school in order to keep it oper- nance structure, a mission statement, including crowd funding websites, comes to special education, accord- mentioned that the committee would gofundme.com/blackriverindepen- ating in town. The yes vote helps the and community acceptance. Accord- private donations and we’re investi- ing to Donohue additional rules and like to go back to the name Black dentschool. SB discusses fiscal approach to Ludlow Municipal Manager unified school systems announces his departure LUDLOW, Vt. - Longtime Mu- job,” commented Howard Barton, managers in my 30 years serving on BY LYZA DANGER GARDNER that meant.” nicipal Manager, Frank Heald has Jr., chair of the Select Board. “We are the Village Board of Trustees.” The Vermont Journal The state’s new energy standards are announced his plans to step down sorry to see him leave us and are grate- “We have been very fortunate for ambitious, including a “90/50” goal from his position on May 1 after ful for his many years of service and Frank’s steady leadership of the Vil- LUDLOW, Vt. - The Ludlow Select (90 percent of energy from renewable more than 15 years piloting the dedication to our community and its lage Water Department over the last Board deliberated over portions of resources by 2050). Jason Rasmus- town and village of Ludlow. Heald’s citizens.” 15 years,” commented David Rose, the town’s Fiscal Year 2019 budget sen, director of planning at Southern plans were announced after the Heald has been instrumental in chair of the Village Water Commis- and voted to adopt the Municipal Windsor County Regional Planning Select Board, Village Trustees, and securing federal and state funds to sion. “I’ve enjoyed working with him Plan on Monday, Dec. 4, amidst un- Commission (SWCRPC), has aided Water Commission meeting in No- finance a number of large projects and I wish him the best.” certainty and complexities raised by Ludlow’s Planning Commission in vember. in both the town and the village and “Over the next five months I plan to the recent voter approval of a unified the chapter rewrite, helping the town “Leaving this position was a dif- save taxpayers and residents money. remain fully engaged until my last day school district with Mount Holly. navigate the complexity. ficult decision,” Heald said. “I do so In addition to his sense of community on the job,” commented Heald. “I look At present, Ludlow has two active As the meeting turned to the dis- with a great sense of accomplish- spirit by giving back to the communi- forward to seeing through a number Ludlow discusses unified school. plans: a village plan and a town plan. cussion of 2019 budget appropria- PHOTO PROVIDED ment and with the confidence that ty through his volunteerism, Heald is of projects and activities that we have The new, merged municipal plan has tions, a theme emerged that would I am leaving the municipality in a passionate about education, commu- been working toward.” Heald also been adopted by the Select Board but persist during the much of the eve- strong financial position, and in the nity events, and Ludlow’s youth. He urged residents to remain optimistic still requires the approval of the Vil- ning: what should the town’s fiscal ap- closing of Black River High School, hands of capable and talented staff was a fixture at school athletic events about their future and the future of lage Board of Trustees. proach be to the upcoming closure of slated for 2020, should result in a members.” Heald added, “With and was one of Black River’s biggest the Ludlow. While most of the amendments to Black River High School and the uni- net savings for Ludlow taxpayers. several major projects planned fans. The members of the Select Board, the proposed municipal plan were fied school district with Mount Holly? But there are as yet many unan- over the next three to seven years, “Frank has done an outstand- Village Trustees, and Water Commis- small - syntax or data tweaks - the Ludlow foots the bill for an assort- swered questions about how bud- this is a good time to hand over the ing job managing our municipality,” sion expect the search for a new Mu- energy chapter has been rewritten. In ment of school operating expenses, geting will work - how expenses reins to a new manager to oversee.” commented Robert Gilmore, chair of nicipal Manager to last several months 2016, State Act 174 introduced new like library books, sports, and men- will be apportioned between the “Frank has been a real asset to the Village Trustees. “He’s one of the and hope to have a candidate in place standards for municipal and regional toring programs. While Mount Hol- town and the Two Rivers Super- Ludlow from his first day on the hardest working, and most competent in the spring. energy planning. But also promised ly benefits from these services, the visory Union (TRSU), which in- that, if these standards are met, the town doesn’t currently pay for them. cludes the new Ludlow-Mount resulting plan would be given more Several board members and citizens Holly Unified Union School Dis- clout, described as “substantial defer- present expressed frustration at this trict (LMHUUSD). Ciufo family Go Fund Me ence,” during Section 248 siting pro- arrangement, considering it unfair. Dramatic distortion of the gym LUDLOW, Vt. - As many of you while waiting for a heart under close a kidney transplant as well. Tony will cedures. “They invented a term,” said The future is also ambiguous for the floor at the school is causing a se- know, my uncle, Tony Ciufo be- eyes of his doctors; but they ultimate- remain hospitalized in Boston until a Board member Logan Nicoll, “but town’s other school-related expenses, ries of headaches, as well. A recent came seriously ill in May and after ly decided it was no longer safe for heart and a kidney become available. they didn’t specifically define what like transportation. In theory, the attempt at a repair has been unsuc- several hospital stays, it was deter- him to wait at home. He was admit- Prior to his diagnosis, Tony was cessful, with portions of the floor mined he had an undetected heart ted to MGH on Nov. 3. While there, healthy and active, with his wife Angi continuing to bulge upward - with attack. Because it was undetected, they performed additional testing and their two boys, Nick and Topher. enough force to force all of the nails it left scarring on his heart that and determined that Tony now needs As you can imagine, this sudden and out - and other portions sinking left him ineligible for shocking news has hit their into depressions. A proposed plan stents or bypass sur- family pretty hard. Tony has We’re in to have only away games for the geries. always been the rock in his season is problematic, too, as find- After several months family and a wonderful friend the KPAA ing enough drivers with a Com- of various therapies to so many. Now it is our turn mercial Driver’s License (CDL) is without improvement, to be there for him. proving difficult. To work around Tony decided to ob- The transplant process is Festival this, the town may need to rent a tain a second opinion long, complicated, and ex- 15-passenger van - which doesn’t at Mass General Hos- pensive. Please consider help- of Trees! require a CDL for operation - in pital in Boston. The ing Tony so that he can con- order to transport student athletes cardiac team there centrate on the surgery and to the games. quickly determined the long recovery he will face KILLINGTON, Vt. - The Vermont The Board also discussed high- that medicine was not after the transplant. Journal & Shopper participated way, police, and recreation depart- going to improve his Thank you in advance in the Killington Pico Tree Festival ment budget planning for 2019, heart and the only op- from the bottom of my heart with an Elf on the Shelf themed tree. deferred a decision on solid waste tion was a heart trans- for supporting Tony and his rates and scheduled a meeting for plant. On Oct. 1, Tony family. To make a donation, PHOTO BY BENJAMIN WEBB Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. regarding a the was officially listed for please go to www.gofundme. recruitment process for a munici- a heart transplant. He com/tonystransplantfund. From left to right, Topher, Nick, Tony, and Angi Ciufo. pal manager. was able to stay home PHOTO PROVIDED Written by Ashley Billings

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Santa An old-fashioned Christmas in Weston BY SHAWNTAE STILLWELL tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what they came The Vermont Journal wanted for Christmas. Moms and dads snapped photos of their little to WESTON, Vt. - The small town ones and wandered through the of Weston, home of the Vermont store looking at unique memora- Country Store, the Weston Village bilia. town Store, the Weston Village Christmas Outside, next to Mildred’s Dairy Shop, and the Weston Playhouse, bar, children enjoyed a small petting with was bustling with families in the zoo with goats from Taylor Farm. Christmas spirit on Saturday, Dec. Across the street, visitors enjoyed 2. There were plenty of activities for looking at an array of Christmas dec- gifts the whole family during the old- orations for sale at the 18th century fashioned Christmas in Weston. Weston Village Christmas Shop, in- LUDLOW, Vt. - Santa At the Vermont Country Store, cluding themed Christmas villages, and Mrs. Claus vis- folks waited for the horse-drawn stockings, and many Christmas tree ited with children at wagon rides for a donation to Just ornaments. Right next door, guests the Ludlow Ameri- Neighbors. Right outside the Coun- could purchase all things Vermont can Legion this past try Store, Mildred’s Dairy Bar was at the Weston Village Store, circa weekend, distribut- selling hot coffees, cocoa, cookies, 1891, the original country store of ing gifts to all the and doughnuts to snack on and keep Weston. They were sampling cheese boys and girls. Santa and Mrs. Claus sitting in the Vermont Country Store. warm while waiting for a wagon and fudge, while featuring Vermont PHOTO BY SHAWNTAE STILLWELL PHOTO BY DONALD DILL ride. The horses went to the Weston attire, mugs, glasses, and other trin- Playhouse at Walker Farm and back, kets alike. house at Walker Farm, as well as “A Christmas” at the Wilder Memorial and passengers would get a tour and Down on the green, Christmas Christmas Carol” reading, and later Library, and a gingerbread contest. hear a brief history about the quaint music played near the tree on the ga- Santa made his way to Walker Farm After the Christmas caroling, Santa Weston, Vt. zebo while youngsters were roasting to sing with the community. and Mrs. Claus headed over to the Back inside the Vermont Country marshmallows over a fire, men were Other festivities of the day in- green to light the Christmas tree, “HOOP-SHOOT” Store, there were samples of fudge log splitting, and Weston firemen cluded cookie decorating, museum a finale of Christmas events that and other snacks, and children of were selling hot dogs. All the while, tours at the Farrar-Mansur House brought the community and fami- ELKS #1619 all ages waited patiently in line to there was a magician at the Play- and Mill, reading “The Night Before lies together in the holiday spirit. SUNDAY 12/10/2017 At: Kurn Hattin Homes Gym Smokeshire Design history and local artisans BY LYZA DANGER GARDNER home wares store - Smokeshire De- Registration: 12:45 p. m. The Vermont Journal sign - in the freshly-renovated historic building. Shooting begins: 1:00-3:00 pm CHESTER, Vt. - There’s something Nancy Pennell stands in the airy about the old general store in the ham- front room, hand-finished by husband BOYS AND GIRLS let of Gassetts that has long appealed Hugh with slate and detailed wood- 8 TO 9 YEARS girls and boys to Nancy and Hugh Pennell. The work accents, surrounded by shelves 10 TO 11 YEARS girls and boys long-time Chester residents recently arrayed with Simon Pearce glassware realized a vision years or, perhaps, and Andrew Pearce wood bowls. 12 TO 13 YEARS girls and boys even decades in the making, recently “I’ve long had a fascination with (13 yr. old Birthday before 4/1/2018) opening their own fine woodwork and thinking about life in small villages

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100, 200 years ago, without the mod- always wanted to have his own store ern conveniences, when distances and sell his own furniture.” meant so much more than they do Nowadays, the Chester-Ludlow “Smokey” Aumand Chairman today. And I imagine the thriving little stretch can be negotiated in about community here in Gassetts, when it 20 minutes, and motorists zip by the would take a long time to get to Ches- store, sited midway between the two ter or Ludlow,” said Nancy, sipping cof- towns along a broad westerly curve Get Your Local News Online: fee as she reminisced about the genesis of Vermont Route 103. But when the www.vermontjournal.com of the story that led, ultimately, to the Pennells moved to the area in the Gift Ideas for Every Room in the House store as it lives today. “And Hugh has 1960s, the building still housed a gen- eral store and a post office. Sometime in the late 1970s, the general store was shuttered, and eventually the family Christmas trees of Vermont that ran it - the Austins - moved away. Come meet the new owners! The building changed hands several times before ultimately falling into Shop with Restrooms, Fireplaces, and Fresh Wreaths abandoned disrepair. Rides on Jolly Trolley, Fire Wagon, Hay Wagons For years, the Pennells’ ideas re- Free Baling & Boughs mained on hold. Nancy Pennell con- tinued to envision that stewardship of On Weekends: the historical assets of Gassetts, like the Free Visits with Santa! Karaoke w/ Santa & Elf! old general store building, could help Liberty Curio Cabinet rekindle the community’s vitality, but Baked Goods, Popcorn, and Hot Chocolate from Humane Society Rust c O k St ck # LVS Frigidaire the demands of life and family and a Countertop Microwave Jamaican Jewelz Food Cart with Jerk Chicken, Chowder & Chili certain amount of self-doubt inter- S g e t d Retail $749 fered. “I didn’t have the wherewithal or On Sale for $549 1.6 CF / 1100 Watt - Stainless - Stock # BKK Wine Tasting with Vermont Vines on the River the time or the energy - I didn’t know Suggested Retail $249 open 10 am - 4 pm Daily • nov. 24th - Dec. 17th how to do it.” For his part, Hugh, a se- Located on Route 5 • 3 Miles North of Exit 7, I-91 • Springfield, VT rial entrepreneur juggling numerous On Sale for $219 802-885-9597 • christmastreesofvt.com • Facebook & Instagram businesses and projects, lacked the free HUGE Selection! time to devote to the project. Ask the Experts Then there came a “knock at the door,” according to Nancy. Seven years ago, the building became available by bank auction, and the Pennell couple purchased it. Several things “merged together at a time in our life when we TV Stands needed to be doing something - and it Lamps seemed like a good idea,” she said. Large Selection Starting at $49 Still, it took years to fully refurbish the building. Dealing with the base- ment alone took up a full summer. Life threw up some roadblocks, too. Selection of Rockers on Sale Hugh suffered a serious injury requir- ing many months of recovery. But, as Nancy explains, “Hugh is one of those people who makes things happen - and he brings you along.” Above the cashier’s counter hangs a sepia-toned, textured painting of sheep - local sheep painted by local artist Amy Mosher. Mosher is one of about a dozen Vermont artisans and producers whose works are currently available at the store. The seasonal palette in the store is has a natural lin- RECLINERS en-and-blond-wood vibe: the earthy, natural feel of Nicolas Seidner’s ceram- We’ve Got Them!! ics; the warmth of a cherry dining table made by Clearlake Furniture; Rebecca Most Colors Available! Merry Christmas Haas’ jewelry gracefully displayed on a bed of river rocks. Nancy sums up the years-long proj- ect: “We were delighted to be able to save this historic building. People have Springfield Shopping Plaza come to us and said that they’re so glad Springfield, VT 05156 that the building has been remem- bered and refurbished.” PH: 802-885-4552 • FAX: 802-885-2303 Smokeshire Design is open Thurs- www.youngsfurniturestore.com day, Saturday, and Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 Furniture & Appliances p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. For more information, call 802-875-3109. “Serving Customers since 1919” Find us on Facebook! See old-time photos of the building on Facebook @VermontJournal.

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The 32nd annual Overture to Christmas FOLA prepares for BY LYZA DANGER GARDNER flat gray twilight, an audience gath- Andover Elementary School, es- green. The other, west end - which The Vermont Journal ered around the nativity scene in corted by Chester Fire and Police contains the town’s Christmas tree Christmas celebrations front of Chester Baptist Church, vehicles, lights blinking and sirens - was the real focal point, he ex- CHESTER, Vt. - The town of sipping cocoa and singing along bleating. As the wagon rolled at plained. LUDLOW, Vt. - FOLA (Friends Chester welcomed the holiday sea- with the carols that punctuated the walking speed past Chester Baptist, There, Chris Meyer, Bruce’s son, of Ludlow Auditorium) has son with a series of events on Sat- church’s Christmas pageant. Join- several children ran after it, clam- served as master of ceremonies, ac- begun planning for its an- urday, Dec. 2, all part of the 32nd ing the costumed kids and grown- bering up the wagon’s rear stairs to companied by Mr. and Mrs. Claus nual Community Christmas annual Overture to Christmas. ups was Comet, a month-old calf. join the Claus family. and a crowd of excited onlookers. Celebration in Ludlow Town The Kids’ Craft Bazaar at MacLao- At times during the performance, As Santa’s procession continued After a brief countdown, the lights Hall Auditorium on Friday, mainn’s Banquet Room was packed Comet displayed a touch of stage up Main Street, Bruce Meyer stood along the entire green were lit, elic- Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. In keep- with energetic groups of kids, who fright, balking and tugging on his at attention next to a power junc- iting cheers and applause. ing with its tradition, FOLA piped frosting and glitter onto cook- lead, but afterwards, the pale-choc- tion box on the Village Green. His The darkness deepened and the erected its annual Christmas ies and painted ornaments between olate calf seemed not to mind the miniature command post bristled cold began to feel colder. Mr. and tree on the Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium’s stage. Accord- trips to the snack table for popcorn pets and pats from a swarm of eager with multiple heavy-duty exten- Mrs. Claus withdrew into the Ful- ing to the planning commit- and apple slices. Mrs. Claus roamed kids. sion cords leading to nearby light- lerton Inn, trailed by fans young tee, FOLA will offer several the room, jingling, and several Presently, attention turned to the wrapped trees. “I’m only in charge and old alike, the inn’s broad porch dramatic readings of Christ- youngsters gathered in the warm headliners: Santa and Mrs. Claus of one button,” he said modestly, in- thronged with kids hoping for a vis- mas tales, songs by local corner by a Christmas tree. in a tractor-drawn wagon, slowly dicating that his switch would turn it with Santa. Beyond, the newly lit artists, the music of students As the afternoon dimmed into a parading westbound from Chester- on the lights on the east end of the Green twinkled merrily. from the Ludlow Elementary School, Mt. Holly Elemen- tary School, and the Black River Middle High School. More information may be Sixth graders host Ski and Snowboard obtained about the program by calling 802-228-3238 or going to the FOLA website a successful open Swap raised over at www.fola.us. PHOTO PROVIDED house $30,000 for Okemo LUDLOW, Vt. - The sixth grade of period, and the students’ well-con- huntley financial services Ludlow Elementary School had a suc- structed buildings that replicated a Mountain School 116 Main Street, Ludlow, VT 05149 cessful Open House at Black River building back in 1938-42 while we Academy Museum. This event was all listened to Glenn Miller. LUDLOW, Vt. – This year’s Dates for the 2018 Okemo Ski and mark a. huntley well attended and all that came learned Many thanks to the following Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap Snowboard Swap have already been a great deal of information about people for their role in this project: was a record-breaking one, raising planned. Equipment drop-off will providing discrete financial advice “Main Street 1938-42.” Bob Fortuna, Elizabeth Lombard, over $30,000 for Okemo Moun- be Nov. 10, 11 and 14. The swap will to the local community for the past 17 years The exhibit included a documentary Ginny Gurdak, Charlotte Pluta, tain School. The proceeds from open for business Nov. 16-20. ca Hunt ey F nanc a Serv ces for a of students in every aspect of this proj- Georgia Brehm, Joan Willett, Mi- the swap will go toward operat- Okemo Mountain School, cel- no ob gat on pr vate consu tat on today ect, a drawing by Elizabeth Lombard chael Normyle, Mike Tuomisto, and ing costs in order to keep tuition ebrating 26 years in operation this toll free 1-888-922-1035 of downtown Ludlow during this time Chet Gates. as affordable as possible for all winter, is a non-profit educational students. The event was extremely institution dedicated to the academic well attended this year. Customers and athletic development of serious seemed quite pleased with their snow sports athletes. Student athletes Women’s Club meeting purchases, finding outstanding are given the opportunity to train in LUDLOW, Vt. - The November friends, family, and loved ones. deals on all sorts of new and used alpine ski racing, snowboarding or meeting of the GFWC Okemo Val- Also discussed were ongoing club winter outdoor gear. freestyle skiing, while pursuing a ley Women’s Club was held Monday, fundraisers, volunteer efforts, char- Mariel Meringolo, head of rigorous course of academic study. Nov. 13, 2017. More than 18 women itable donations, scholarships, and school and organizer of the event Okemo Mountain School relies attended the meeting including two local school programs to which the said, “I would like to gratefully heavily on fundraisers like the swap Building Quality Custom Homes of Exceptional Value guests: Betsy Greene and Ellie DeCos. club contributes. acknowledge all of the volunteers to help keep tuition affordable. This month’s speaker was Ann The next meeting will be Mon- who donated their time, as well as For further information, please 25 Years of Fine Residential Construction Rose from the Green Mountain Sugar day, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at the home all of the mountain personnel who contact Mariel Meringolo at House in Ludlow, a family business of President Darlene Remy. Any- went above and beyond their nor- mmeringolo@okemomountain- for many years in its present location, one wishing to learn more about mal duties to provide support to school.org or call 802-228-1513. and is still worked and run by the GFWC and the Okemo Valley the event. Without all of the vol- Harlow family. Ann explained how Women’s Club may contact Presi- unteers and the help of the moun- they tap around 13,000 trees begin- dent Darlene Remy at 802-228- tain, the ski swap could never have ning on snowshoes in January each 1907, membership chairwoman been such a success. Everyone’s ef- year with three family members, in- Roxie Davis at 802-226-7417, or forts are greatly appreciated by the EMAIL US YOUR cluding herself. any club member. entire school community!” Vermont maple trees produce an average of 20 gallons of sap, and it takes 45 gallons to make one gallon of syrup. 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inn, and from Medi- trina Wine and Cheese shop. They are located at 698 VT Route 11 in A set private dining room at the Castle Resort. Chester. PHOTO BY BENJAMIN WEBB The Inn Victoria is just down the road, located at 321 house at 13 Pleasant Street. Dundy Main Street in Chester. Visitors came is excited to be in the heart of Lud- to enjoy high tea, an assortment of low, making minor changes to the delicacies including savories, scones, inn, while continuing to offer gra- sweets, chocolates, fruit, and more cious hospitality to her guests. Pet- Echo Lake Inn served a fabulous Guinness beef stew. PHOTO BY BENJAMIN WEBB than 50 different flavors of tea. tigrew Inn features 14 rooms that all The Blue Gentian Lodge located at have a unique rustic theme, all with 289 Magic Mountain Road in Lon- private baths. She is also presented donderry offered samples of cheese- a soft opening to an addition to the cakes, and a beautiful Christmas tree inn, My Grandma Baked a Cookie, decorated with hand-cut paper orna- owned by Nicole Cramer since 2013. The Pettigrew Inn, built in 1829 in Ludlow, was recently opened under new ments. Demonstrations of ornament Cramer uses many of her grandma’s ownership and a new name. making were also given to guests at recipes, and brings an array of turn- PHOTO BY SHAWNTAE STILLWELL their leisure. overs, pies, cookies, and more to the The Inn at Weston at 630 Main Pettigrew Inn’s table, which were Street was part of the tour as well. available for tasting on the tour. Ten (802) 460-1200 The beautiful inn gives a warm and percent of all her proceeds are do- welcoming feel, featuring thirteen nated to charity, always. graciously appointed guestrooms. The Echo Lake Inn can be found open 7 Days 11 am - 8 pm Visitors can easily access the village by taking a scenic drive by the lakes Dine in or take out green and enjoy the waterfall, shops, along Route 100 North, to 2 Dublin 92 rockingham street and galleries. Innkeepers Bob and Road in Plymouth. The innkeeper Bellows falls, Vt Lunch Delivery available Linda Aldrich offered special treats Tom Gianola greeted guests at the to their guests and a craft beer and front door with a big smile on his Vermont cheese tasting on Saturday face. The inn was built in 1840, offer- as a part of Christmas in Weston ing a historic residency to its guests festivities. After the tree lighting on with 23 rooms and seven condos. Saturday, tourists were invited back President Calvin Coolidge was once a We will be OPEN to the Inn at Weston for a Christmas guest! The inn also provides a swim- dinner and music. ming pool, tennis court, Jacuzzi, and Bellows falls Ladies night is Dec. 8th The Pettigrew Inn, formerly known a dock on Echo Lake. Tourists were Christmas Eve from 4-9 pm as the Andrie Rose, was reopened served a choice of Guinness beef 15% of sales go to Dance away Cancer in July by Courtenay Dundy. The stew or a cauliflower cashew gluten & Christmas Day from 4-9 pm inn was built in 1829, in an elegant and dairy free soup. The Hartness House is a magnifi- 31 Route 103 South • Ludlow, Vermont • 802-228-7222 cent property at 30 Orchard Street S e y r N i h u ! (802) 824-9652 in Springfield. They provided hot Open 7 Days • Open for Lunch 802-228-3600 Route 11 chocolate and cider to their guests, as well as a mix of sweet and savory [email protected] Londonderry, VT treats. They also raffled a gift basket full of Vermont products that anyone would love. The Inn at Weathersfield show- Open 7 Days a Week cased its 1792 kitchen, while serv- For Breakfast & Lunch! ing mulled cider and savory colonial Mon.–Fri. 6am–2:30pm • Sat. & Sun. 7–2:30 treats. Guests were invited to explore the holiday décor, take a self-guided BLUE PLATE SPECIALS DAILY! tour of the inn, its unique rooms, and the cooking classroom in the old barn. A raffle was available to their guests. The Inn at Weathersfield is located at 1342 VT Route 106 in Per- BEST PRICES IN TOWN! kinsville. The Castle Hill Resort & Spa • Essem Hot Dogs • Slab Bacon - Sliced to order • New York Strip Steak • was built between 1901-1905 as a • Our Own Ground Sirloin Hamburger • Cold Cuts • • Cold Beer • Ice private home for governor Allen • Movie Rentals • Miller Fletcher. The elegant stone, wallpaper, and mahogany wood are all original details that resemble a (802) 824-8100 castle, which is located at 171 Castle Route 11, Londonderry, VT Hill Drive in Cavendish. Guests were immediately warmed at the entrance by a grand fireplace, and a view of the oval dining room, which was once the formal dining room of the Fletcher family. Beside that was once a billiard room for games of pool and smoking cigars that now houses more tables for fine dining. Across the hall is the library, with a wood stoked fireplace and all original books from floor to ceiling. By the 802-228-7797 beautiful staircase is a private dining room, which used to purpose as Al- 44 Pond Street • Ludlow, VT len Fletcher’s office, with a separate www.killarneyludlow.com private entrance. Upstairs are ten beautiful guest bedrooms. Touring Pub Opens at 3pm Black River guests were served an option of but-

Dinner Available at 5pm ternut squash soup or a crème brulee Open for Lunch Saturday & Sunday at 12 pm High/Middle School dessert. Which inn did you enjoy explor- Chicken Wing Champions Iceland Trip ing? 4 Years in a Row!

225 Woodstock Ave, SUNDAY TUE & THUR SAT, DEC 9 Rutland, VT 05701 Free 20 oz Live Music 5-8pm Nacho Bar Vermont Drafts with Sammy Blanchette Thursday, December 14th 4-9 p.m. MONDAYS TUESDAYS THURSDAYS Open Mic Night Trivia Night Irish Music Sessions 9:30pm - Midnight at 7 pm w/ Gypsy Reel 6:30 - 9 pm Did you take the tour? How did you hear about it? PHOTO BY SHAWNTAE STILLWELL The Vermont Journal/The Shopper December 06, 2017 | 5A

Ron Patch is a Chester River Valley Technical Center native, Chester LOCAL Historical Society names students of the quarter president, and a lifelong antiques dealer. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - It is with great pleasure to announce the RVTC Students of the Quarter. The HISTORY He can be reached at student of the quarter is selected by 802-374-0119 or email the program instructor, and instruc- [email protected] tors hold very high standards for this BY RON PATCH recognition. In fact, an instructor will present this award only if he/she believes that there is a student who truly deserves such recognition. A special breakfast and luncheon was 1938 Hurricane in Cavendish held in their honor. Congratulations to all students. Below is an eyewitness account of the 1938 Hurricane and the dam- Carissa Bailey, Culinary Arts I, age done in Cavendish, Vermont. It Green Mountain Union High School was written by Peter Farrar’s grand- Delenn Moore, Culinary Arts II, father, Philip Tiemans, who owned Green Mountain Union High School ‘Windy Hill’ in Cavendish. Ann Hannah Buffum, Human Services I, mentioned is Peter’s mother. Green Mountain Union High School Rachel Parent, Human Services II, River Valley Technical Center honored their students of the quarter with a ban- Windy Hill, Green Mountain Union High School quet dinner. Sept. 25, 1938 Trent Briere-Lewis, Carpentry I, PHOTO PROVIDED “Dearest mother, Springfield High School “We are waiting anxiously to Henry Watson, Carpentry II, School Studies, Bellows Falls Union High hear from you and from Isabel’s Springfield High School Jacob Matulonis, Horticulture I, School several families. No one seems to Cameron Purington, Technology Springfield High School Reis Jones, Business I, Bellow Falls know anything definite about the Essentials, Springfield High School Seth Martin, Horticulture II, Union High School damage down-country, but from Nick Lescord, Hands On Comput- Springfield High School Kaylee Norton, Business II, Spring- the Rutland paper – which is the ers, adult student Dakota Jones, Pre Technical Stud- field High School only one I have been able to see – I Windy Hill owned by Philip Tiemans circa 1936. Megan Banik, Health Careers I, ies, Bellows Falls Union High School Jarrett Staples, Industrial Trades I, judge that it must have been ter- PHOTO PROVIDED BY PETER FARRAR Bellows Falls United High School Collin Robertson, Pre Technical Black River High School rific. And even up here it was no Haley Rabtoy, Health Careers II, party. age to any of the buildings; a nick in who usually use other roads, to get Springfield High School “It had rained since Mon- the chimney, and all the paper off the out through ours, as their own will Hannah Fowler, Guidance, Wind- day. While we were eating lunch west sides of the wood-shed and the take much longer. So ours has been sor High School Elf on the Shelf Wednesday, Merton appeared on barn across the way (which of course passable since Thursday, and today Kyriona Quelch, Criminal Justice I, Jack is back! Today the way home from taking Carr I am planning to repaper anyway). it is almost completely restored (?). Green Mountain Union High School he is chillin’ with his to Hanover, and at that time we In the woods, which Isabel and I Not that it’s to be compared with Brandon Nutting, Criminal Justice elf friends. Left to thought it was clearing. Then about tramped through this morning, there a paved highway, you understand, II, Fall Mountain Regional High right Buddy, Chip, milking time the rain commenced are plenty of wind-falls, although the but it’s relatively ‘good’. Noel, Merry, and again, and looking from the barn trees around the house which make “Telephone lines are still down, Jack in the front. it seemed to me that the wind was up our ‘view’ are fairly intact. But the but I imagine will be working soon. rising. The trees began to whip and second brook just ran away,- I figure We haven’t had any mail from the Stay tuned! We will bend, and water blew across the it carried away about an acre of land. south, but are hoping for plenty Get your publish a picture of north field in sheets. Ann had gone The channel is greatly altered,- about tomorrow. Am most anxious to see Jack every week on an errand to the Cadys’ and twice as wide, counting the old bed accounts in the New York papers. through December! came in badly frightened; we were which is now nothing but a mess of “Of course the crops suffered,- LOCAL suddenly in the midst of a regular boulders and sand,- it took bank and corn was blown flat. But I’m get- Visit us on Facebook tempest. The barometer fell so fast trees and all. “Tent Rock’ was rolled ting things in shape again; cut and HISTORY and Twitter @Ver- you could almost see it drop, and over and is now part of an island. The brought down about two-thirds montJournal for our lower than I’ve ever seen it. It was regular crossing is a gulley, the further of the corn yesterday. Apples and daily posts of Jack getting dusk and of course turned bank about six feet high. Well,- you plums pretty much ruined. from Ron bringing Christmas very dark; the rain came in torrents, will see it sometime! “Though I still get tired, am feel- sprit, and mischief, and the wind. Well, maybe you ex- “Other places suffered much worse. ing much improved and can do Patch with to our office through- perienced some of it. The clothes Roofs off, chimneys down, smaller about half a day’s work by working out December! were on the line; we made a dash buildings demolished,- and in spots most of the day! Feel badly that I us every for them, and while taking them trees down by the acre in great swaths. can not take a share in the repairs,- PHOTO BY week! SHAWNTAE STILLWELL down the paper began to scale off And the roads,- up by our bridge there all the other men are ‘on the road’, the wood-shed roof; a branch of was a great hole; down below, the but that is beyond me yet. the lilac went; limbs were shower- road was taken out completely in two “The children got a big kick out ing down from the crab-apple and places. Again, other roads are worse,- of all this,- it’s an experience I guess the butternuts. When we got in the so much so that they have been re- we’ll all remember. I hate to think American Legion house we found water dripping pairing ours first (unheard of), in what it’s going to cost. Guess that’s from all the window-casings, - rain order to permit the people above us, enough news for one week!” Post #37 spraying under the closed win- 42 Rockingham Street dows so you could feel it way out Bellows Falls, VT in the rooms. The front hall was 802-463-9700 a puddle. We wedged clothes Buying: around the windows and door; Ludlow American Legion still the wet came in. You should FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER • Antiques FRIDAY NIGHT DINNERS 5:30 PM TO 7:00 PM have heard the brooks roar. • Early Photographs Looking out front I saw the sec- December 8th • Military: Helmets, ond brook washing right across No Dinners Scheduled the pasture along the fence-line Flags, Uniforms, and merging with the nearer American Baked Weapons, Daggers brook; the road was submerged; Legion Friday Dinners and Bayonets behind the buildings was a regu- Haddock lar river. Presently the cellar be- Post #36 Hosted by the • Antique Clocks & gan to fill. At about seven-thirty will return around American Legion Auxiliary Clock Parts the storm was at its height; about 135 Main Street Ludlow, VT Dinners are $11/person • Guns that time there was an awful din which includes coffee/tea & dessert New Years Eve • Coins and clatter upstairs, and dashing Reservations are held until 6:30 pm up I found several bricks from 802-228-9807 • & More! HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Commander Smokey Aumand & the the chimney in the fire-place (all Seatings from of the latter were trickling dirty Thank you for your Support! ‘Friday Night Dinner Committee’ 5:30 to 7:00 pm thanks everyone for their support. black water). From then on we Call Ron Patch at 802-374-0119 held our breath not knowing what to expect next; but fortu- nately, though it lasted some time longer, the worst was past. About ten o’clock we went to SuNday BReakfaST BuffeT bed, wondering what we would Open at 3 pm for Dinner! find in the morning. “Well - ! 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Last year, more than 60,000 people far more addictive than tion opioids, but re- died from opioid overdoses in the they admitted. We’re go- fuse to cover other United States. That’s more Americans ing to have to deal with options like acu- dying in one year than during the drug wholesalers, who puncture and yoga, entire 19 years of the Vietnam War. are selling far more pills or mental health In our small state, 112 Vermonters than anyone thinks is care. died from a drug overdose, which is necessary for medical If I learned one three times as many as died in 2010. reasons. We’re going to thing from talking And what’s even more shocking than have to make sure doc- with and listening the sheer numbers of people dying tors and dentists – as to these students, is how hard this epidemic is hitting Vermont providers have it’s that they do younger people. Drug overdose is begun doing – take up know the dangers now the leading cause of death for safe prescribing prac- of heroin and other people younger than 50. In Ver- tices so excess painkill- opioids. They know mont, the average age of death from ers aren’t abused or mis- that these drugs can overdose is just 40 years old. And in used and that states use destroy their lives, 2016, nearly 20 percent of the drug tools to curb so-called and the lives of the overdose deaths were in people un- “doctor shopping” and people they love. But der age 30. “pill-mills.” I also learned that Solving the opioid epidemic will But, at the end of the day, if we’re place. And to do that, we must look oid and heroin addiction, and on world. And, perhaps most tragically, they want and need constructive al- not be easy. We’re going to have to going to solve this terrible crisis, to our young people. For that reason, the question of why so many young they know how common it can be to ternatives. And that, as adults, is our challenge the pharmaceutical indus- we’re going to have to do a lot better on the Friday before the Thanksgiv- people are turning to drugs and how struggle with anxiety or even depres- job. try, which made huge profits by put- job at prevention – keeping people ing break, I went to Burlington High we can prevent that, I believe our sion – a growing problem for young We must create schools that chal- ting drugs on the market that were from turning to drugs in the first School to talk to the entire student nation’s young people might know people. lenge them intellectually and sup- body. I was joined by T.J. Donovan, more than the experts. In their questions and comments, port them emotionally, and make Vermont’s Attorney General; Dr. These young people know first- what I heard from these high school sure that none of them “fall through Heather Stein, an expert on opioid hand what it’s like to live in a family students was truly insightful. Many the cracks.” We must help make sure addiction; and Kelly Breeyear, a cou- where a parent struggles with ad- of them talked about looking for they have a safe place to live and an rageous woman who is living in re- diction. They know from personal ways to fight stigma, to make it clear opportunity for higher education covery from addiction. I wanted to experience what kind of pressure that it is okay to confide in each oth- or a job that gives them purpose. discuss the dangers of taking opioids exists when your best friends are ex- er about personal and family prob- We must appreciate their ideas and with the students, but I also wanted perimenting with pills and ask you to lems and that one not need to be make them a part of the solution. to hear from them. I wanted and join in. They might also know, if they embarrassed to ask for professional Every single one of our young peo- needed their help. injured themselves or had their wis- help. They talked about how impor- ple deserves a chance at a bright fu- In Washington, I sit on the Senate’s dom teeth removed, how tempting it tant it is for people struggling with ture. And when we accomplish that, Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- could be to keep taking painkillers addiction to not only have access to I have little doubt that we will have sion Committee, which hears from prescribed by a doctor, even when treatment, but also have their recov- gone a long way toward ending the some of the most knowledgeable the physical pain subsides. They cer- ery supported when they came back opioid crisis. people in this country on all kinds tainly know better than older gener- home. They wanted to understand of matters relating to health care and ations what it’s like to be growing up why health insurance companies are Written by U.S. Senator Bernie education. But on this issue of opi- in today’s crazy and rapidly changing willing to pay for expensive prescrip- Sanders. Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,

The Springfield Garden Club you for designing the invitation Bradley Jackson, Byam Control & Neal’s Restaurant, Nortrax, Okemo would like to thank the civic-mind- again this year. The club would also Measurement, Cabot Creamery Mountain Resort, Parker & An- ed sponsors and guests who made like to thank the crew from Black Co., Canvas Works, Caryl & Bob kuda, Pear Tree Gifts, Penguin Gas, this year’s 25th annual Festival of Rock Steakhouse for the delicious Cankes, Chavella’s 371 Restaurant, Perkins Deli, Randy Adams, Sage Trees a huge success. If you missed appetizers and cheerful service. Chester Flowers, Chester Hardware, Jewelry, Salon 2000, Shaw’s, Sheri’s the event on the Friday before The Garden Club wishes all a Claremont Cycle Shop, Country on Restaurant, Sherwin Williams, Thanksgiving, you can still view the Merry Christmas and a happy and the Common, Crown Point Country Sherry’s Heads Up, Simple Coun- trees and trimmings thru Jan. 5 at healthy new year ahead. The club Club, Crow’s Bakery, Cuppity Ka- try, Singleton’s Market, Six Loose the Great Hall, 100 River Street in would like to acknowledge the fol- kes, Dan O’Donnell, Davis Memo- Ladies, SNAP Fitness, Southern Springfield. The sponsor names are lowing list of civic-minded sponsors rial Chapel, Denver Bryan Images Pie Company, Springfield Animal there on the wall next to the phar- who gave a private or a corporate on the Wildside, Dr. Chris Allen, Hospital, Springfield Auto Mart, macy. donation, or a raffle or silent auc- Drew’s All Natural, Dubois & King, Springfield Cinemas 3, Springfield The club appreciates the following tion item. Your generosity is greatly Dunkin’ Donuts, Edgar May Recre- Food Co-op, Springfield Paving, local businesses who each decorated appreciated. One hundred percent ation Center, Erin Hunter, Erskine’s, Springfield Pharmacy, Springfield a tree: All-4-One, Claremont Sav- of all proceeds goes back to serve Fat Toad Farm, Fauver Dental, Free Royal Diner, Springfield Sub-Way, ings Bank, Fiber Arts Group, The the community in the form of civ- Range Restaurant, Fullerton Inn, Sunshine Acres, The Framery of Gallery at the VAULT, HB Energy ic beautification, scholarships and Gurney Brothers, HB Energy So- Vermont, The Gallery at the Vault, Solutions, Kelley Sales & Service, other programs. lutions, Image Tek Labels, Images Tina’s Hallmark, Tsuga Studio, Up Tina’s Hallmark, Town of Spring- The Garden Club applauds the Hairstyling Salon, Inn at Weathers- Your Alley, The Vermont Country field, and Von Bargen’s Jewelry. This following Festival of Trees sponsors: field, Inn Victoria, IPG-Suzanne Store, Vermont Packinghouse, Ver- year’s tree winner, voted by all who 106 Deli, Advanced Auto Parts, Swanson, Jake’s Irving, Janet Gould, mont Timberworks, VonBargen’s attended was Von Bargen’s Jewelry. Advanced Skin Care, Alaura’s New Joe’s Spirits, John C. Duff OD, Kel- Jewelry, Wal-Mart, Willow Farms, The Garden Club is grateful to the Nails, All Seasons Construction, ley Sales & Service, Carolyn & Rich Woodbury’s Florist, Woods Cider members and spouses who made Baba-A-Louis Bakery, Barb Riotte, Lane, MD, Lawrence & Wheeler, Mill, and Young’s Furniture & Ap- the event possible as well as Ted Bibens Home Center, Black River Lisai’s Market, Lihatsh Family, Ma- pliance. Foster and crew, who always provide Quick Stop, Black Rock Steakhouse, cLaomainn’s Scottish Pub, McDon- enthusiastic assistance. Artist Dan Blackwatch Farm, Bob O’Brien, alds, Misty Valley/Phoenix Books, Thank You, O’Donnell deserves a warm thank Boccaccio’s, Bond’s/O’Reilleys, Mitch’s Maples, Muse & Associates, Springfield Garden Club

Robert Miller, Publisher / Advertising Director [email protected] Dear Editor,

Vince West, Ad Consultant / Online Ad Manager On Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017 Meals Andover, and Baltimore. We thank [email protected] on Wheels celebrated its many vol- these towns for their support of unteers at a banquet at the Spring- the Meals on Wheels program. We Shawntae Stillwell, Graphic Director / Ad Designer field VFW. The members of the would also like to thank the many [email protected] VFW graciously provided the hall businesses and organizations that and prepared a roast pork dinner supported the event and donated for the volunteers and their guests. gifts and door prizes. Amanda Wedegis, Editor The theme of the evening was We are fortunate to have so many [email protected] “Volunteers are like the red rose generous volunteers and supporters with lots of love for our seniors.” throughout the year. Sharon Huntley, Copy Editor Meals on Wheels has an estimate [email protected] of 75 volunteers. Along with our Sincerely, staff, volunteer drivers deliver to Lucy Stone Julie Adams, Billing Department the greater Springfield area includ- Meals on Wheels [email protected] ing Chester, Ascutney, Windham, Springfield, Vt.

Corporate & Production Office: Meals on Wheels is thankful for its volunteers. 8 High Street • Ludlow, VT 05149 Dear Green Mountain Union High PHOTO PROVIDED Office: 802-228-3600 • Fax: 802-228-3464 School community members, It is with a heavy heart that I an- When implemented, this switch to The Vermont Journal & The Shopper are KMA Publications Inc. weekly news- papers, and are available free of charge. Advertising The deadline for display nounce my retirement effective the Proficiency Based Education will and classified advertising is Fridays at 12 p.m. We reserve the right to reject end of this school year. It has been positively enhance student learning. any advertising. Our liability for any advertising will not be greater than the cost a pleasure being your principal for In closing, the past 11 years at GM Letters to the editor PoLicy Letters may be edited for of the advertisement. Press Releases To contribute press releases, events the past 11 years. 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Mail to Vermont Journal PO Box 228 Ludlow, VT 05149. unless specified.Subscriptions to The Vermont Journal or The Shopper may have a fine and vibrant learning or- Thank you again and I wish you be purchased for $85 per year, which includes all 52 issues. Issues arrive via ganization with wonderful students, the very best. Include town & daytime phone (not for publication) direct mail to your home or business. Back Issues of a specific edition can dedicated educators, and loyal staff. be requested by calling 802-228-3600. Please have the date of the publication I believe they are poised to prog- Sincerely, The viewpoints expressed in the editorial section do not necessarily ready when calling. Available issues can be ordered at $10 per copy. ress to the next level of teaching and Tom Ferenc learning, that of Proficiency Based Principal reflect the views of The Vermont Journal & The Shopper KMA Publications are members of the Education. The teachers are working Green Mountain Union High New England Press Association diligently to prepare for this change. School The Vermont Journal/The Shopper December 06, 2017 | 7A OBITUARIES church services ASCUTNEY, VT. 802-591-1350. www.Sapatv. welcome! and violin. All are welcome. Come welcome! www.uuspringfieldvt.org worship on Dec. 24. The service org - “Doing Life.” www.fact8. and enjoy an evening of music and or call 802-885-3327. will include great music, carols, Bow Baptist Church, 1102 Route com - “Say What!” 12/9: Work Christmas scripture readings. and the Christmas story. Weather 5. Day 9:00-Noon, Lunch c/ Church. LUDLOW, VT. permitting we will end the service Sunday school at 10 a.m. Morning 12/24: CHRISTmas ‘Eve’ Service Annunciation Catholic Church, WESTMINSTER, VT. outside in front of the church among service at 11 a.m. Evening service (call ahead). PLYMOUTH, VT. the luminaria with a candle-lit carol at 6 p.m. Prayer meeting on Corner of Depot and High St. Christian Family Circle Chapel, Mass on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. sing. Wednesday at 7 p.m. Call 802- Tyson Congregational Church, 1512 Back Westminster Rd. Sundays at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday song service begins 546-4902 or www.bowbaptist. Corner of Rt. 100 and Dublin Rd. CAVENDISH- Call 802-228-3451 Worship begins at 10:30 on at 10 a.m., Sunday school at com. WEST WINDSOR, VT. PROCTORSVILLE, VT. Sundays. 802-228-5114. Christmas 10:30 a.m. Fellowship lunch Open Bible Baptist Church, 168 The United Church of Ludlow Candle Light Service on Dec. 17 at on first Sunday of each month. Brownsville Community Cavendish Baptist Church, 2258 Cemetery Rd. (UCC and Methodist), 48 7 p.m., all are welcome! Non-denominational. Visit www. United Methodist Church, 66 Main St. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Pleasant St. christianfamilycirclechurch.com and Brownsville-Hartland Rd. Sundays at 10 a.m. More at Sundays starting at 10:15 a.m. Morning service at 11 a.m. like us on Facebook Sunday worship 9:30 a.m. followed CavendishBaptist.com or call 802- followed by a time of fellowship Afternoon service at 2 p.m. SPRINGFIELD, VT. by fellowship and refreshments. 226-7131 and coffee hour. Call 802-228- First Congregational Church, Wednesday at 7 p.m. Sanctuary Unitarian Universalist Church, Nursery care provided during 4211 or email unitedchurch@ 3470 Route 5 church service for children 5 years handicap accessible. Visit: obbcvt. Holy Name of Mary Catholic 21 Fairground Rd. tds.net. Visit us online at www. On Sunday, Dec. 24, we will and younger. ADA accessible. Call org. Church, Main St. “Trans People” Dec. 10 service unitedchurch.us celebrate Christmas at our 802-484-5944, email bcchurchvt@ Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. Call at 10 a.m., with Grace Alden. Christmas Eve Service at 5:30 p.m. gmail.com, or go to www. 802-228-3451 Ludlow Baptist Church, on the Alden, a retired corporal from the Come and join us. No morning brownsvilleumc-vt.org. BELLOWS FALLS, VT. Green, 99 Main St. Lebanon, N.H. Police Department Immanuel Retreat Center, Currier Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Music who will talk about her experience Hall, 12 Church St. CHESTER, VT. Ministry Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. as a transgender woman. Transgender people are victims of Sylvia M. Carpenter, 1937 - 2017 Celtic worship service at 7:30 p.m. St. Joseph’s Church, 96 S. Main Morning service at 11 a.m. Sunday hate violence at a higher rate per on Thursdays. St. evenings at 6:30 p.m. Prayer capita than any other demographic SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Sylvia M. Mass at 4 p.m. on Saturday and meeting on Wednesdays at 6:30 Carpenter 79, passed away Sunday Immanuel Episcopal Church, 20 group in the United States. The Thursday at 9 a.m. Confession from p.m. More information can be morning Nov. 26, 2017 at Keene Church St. political and social environment has 3 – 3:30 p.m. found at www.ludlowbaptist.org or Center in Keene, N.H. She was born Holy Eucharist Services are offered by Pastor Jerry Scheumann calling changed significantly in the past Dec. 11, 1937 in Danby, Vt. the at 8 a.m. (quiet service) and 10 First Universalist Parish of 802-228-7600. decade. Alden will share about the daughter of Francis J. “Frank” and a.m. (with music) every Sunday. Chester, Rte. 103. 211 North St. process of transition, and the trials Mabel (Griffith) Mandigo. She -at Immanuel Church is handicap Sundays at 9:30 a.m. between and triumphs trans folks encounter. tended Springfield schools, gradu- accessible. Sept. and June. More at www. PERKINSVILLE, VT. Tree decorating after the service. All ating from Springfield High School class of 1955. Faith Cristian Church, 582 chestervtuu.org or 802-875-3257. Perkinsville Community Church, Route 106 Carpenter worked at New England Rockingham Rd. Telephone in Bellows Falls, Byrant The annual Christmas candle light All church services are posted Pastor Matt and Brenda Farkas Grinder Co. in Springfield, the Book GRAFTON, VT. service will be held on Sunday, online every week! welcome all to come and enjoy Press in Brattleboro, and Ames de- their services. Sunday worship The Grafton Church (UCC and Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. There will be partment store in Springfield. She www.VermontJournal.com music & song at 10 a.m. Children’s ABC), 55 Main St. holiday carols, harp, guitar, chime loved to fish, take rides in the coun- Church (3-7 years) at 10:30 a.m. Worship begins at 10 a.m. All are choir, vocals, piano, organ, flute, try, visit to the White Mountains, and go to the beach. Sylvia M. Carpenter, 1937 - 2017. She is survived by her son Glenn PHOTO PROVIDED Mildred L. Park, 1937 - 2017 Patricia Richards Decatur, A. Carpenter of Marlboro, Vt.; one brother Francis Mandigo of Spring- Edmund Mandigo; and four sisters SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Mildred L. enjoyed knitting and crocheting and 1943 - 2017 field, Vt.; three grandchildren Nich- Annie Simms, Marjorie Rogers, Jan- Park 80, passed away on Monday made hats and mittens for the needy olas M. Carpenter, Colby J. Carpen- ice Dressell, and Barbara Barrows. Nov. 27, 2017 at the Springfield Hos- for many years. CHESTER, Vt. - Patricia Decatur ter, and Daniel L. Carpenter; and A graveside service will be held in pital in Springfield, Vt. after a short Park is survived by three sons John passed away on Dec. 2 after a long three great grandchildren Josie A. the spring of 2018 at the Plain Cem- illness. She was born Nov. 6, 1937 Allen and his wife Barbara, Dan Al- fight with cancer surrounded by Carpenter, Arianna J. Carpenter, and etery in Perkinsville, Vt. Arrange- in Manchester, Vt. the daughter of len, Gene Park Jr. and his wife Joni; her family and close friends at the Madison J. Carpenter. ments are under the direction of the Earl Sr. and Unice Mary (Burdick) two daughters Laura Lupien and Springfield Health and Rehab Cen- She was predeceased by her par- Davis Memorial Chapel in Spring- Reynolds. She attended school in the Heather Park; two brothers Earl ter. She was born in Exeter, N.H. ents Francis and Mabel; one brother field, Vt. Manchester area. Reynolds and George Reynolds; on March 2, 1943, the daughter of She was married to Francis Allen. many grandchildren, great grand- Edward N. Richards and Mary Bean He predeceased her, and she was lat- children, nieces, nephews, and cous- Richards Ross. She is survived by er married to Gene Park. They later ins. her husband Lee of 56 years; four Russell J. Fitzgibbons, divorced. She was predeceased by her par- children Brian Decatur of Willis- Park worked in several woolen ents, one son Preston Allen and one ton, Scott Decatur and his wife Nan Dec. 8, 1921 – Oct. 23, 2014 mills, tanneries and machine shops daughter Mary Allen. of Colchester, Heather Cloud and over the years. She also worked as A graveside service will be held her husband Rick of Baltimore, and Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas for the 4th year in your Heav- a clerk in several grocery stores, as in the spring of 2018 at the Factory Jordan Decatur and Maeve of Burl- enly Home. You are my one and only, and I love and miss you very well as being a wonderful and loving Point Cemetery in Manchester, Vt. ington; nine grandchildren, and six much. Until I am reunited with you, God has you in his keeping; I have you in my heart. mother to her seven children. Contributions may be made in her great grandchildren. One grandson, Patricia Richards Decatur, 1943-2017. She lived in Florida and Massa- memory to the Springfield Meals Raymond White Jr. predeceased her. PHOTO PROVIDED Your lonely wife, chusetts for many years, moving to on Wheels program, 8 Southridge Decatur attended Exeter public Mrs. Russell Fitzgibbons Springfield, Vt. in 2003 to be close St, Springfield, VT, 05156 or to the schools, graduating in 1961. She When her children were in high to her son John and his wife Bar- Springfield Family Center Food moved to Chester in 1969 with her school, she took up housekeep- bara. She enjoyed traveling, camp- Bank, 365 Summer St. Springfield, family. She was a member of a rope- ing for a private estate for over 15 ing, spending time outdoors, fish- VT, 05156. skipping troupe in Exeter during years retiring in 1999. She enjoyed ing, playing bingo, and attending the Arrangements are under the direc- her preteens and took up highland spending her winters in Florida activities at the Whitcomb Building tion of the Davis Memorial Chapel dancing and the drum as a teenager. where she made many friends and where she resided in Springfield. She in Springfield, Vt. She was a member of the Granite was often seen on her three-wheel State Highlanders Pipe band for bike, spreading joy as “Pat in the many years. She won many medals hat” around the community she was with her highland dancing, which in. One of her favorite things to do Floyd Quimby, 1953 - 2017 she later taught for two years at was to obtain lots of stuffed animals Franklin Pierce College in Antrim, and deliver them to fire stations, SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Floyd “Rick” gion Post 67 in Chester, Vt. Quimby N.H. In Chester, she took up pho- ambulance, and police departments Quimby 63, of River Street died enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camp- tography and won many ribbons, to have in their vehicles to give to Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017. Quimby ing. and later produced photo cards and kids for comfort. She would often was born in Springfield on Dec. 13, He is survived by his companion many other craft items. She was say, “Anything you do for a child is 1953, the son of Wilbur and Barbara Beverly Heynig, his longtime friend a 51-year member of the Order of never wasted.” (Warner) Quimby. He was a gradu- Cindy Dutton, his daughter Rae- Eastern Star and served in many In lieu of flowers, any tributes ate of Springfield High School and Ann Quimby, his stepmother Ella local and state offices. She also was may be made to Chester Rescue or served in the Navy for 15 years. O’Hara, and his beloved cat Trouble. president of the Grand Represen- Chester Police K-9 fund. A celebra- He worked as a painter for Zagaris He is predeceased by his parents, tatives Association. She was a Cub tion of life for Decatur will be held Associates and was a cook for Mr. his wife Jean, his sisters Debra Gor- Scout Den mother and mother ad- at MacLaomainn’s Pub Great Room G’s in Ascutney. He was a member don and Tammy Mitchell, and his visor for many terms in the Order of in Chester on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 1 of the Loyal Order of the Moose in brother Rip Quimby. Per Quimby’s Rainbow for Girls and on advisory p.m. All are welcome to bring your Springfield and the American Le- wishes, there will be no services. boards in Springfield and Chester. “Pat” stories. GREATER FALLS

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As little kid, I didn’t know enough to understand age back then, but that he wasn’t right, but as kids we weren’t told what was wrong. I I do remember Hadley coming down with Dot Jones to teach physical remember shortly before he died, I went up to see him at the Vet- education classes at Central Elementary School. When I learned Had- eran Hospital in White River. He said ‘I’m going to get better and I ley died during that time, my feeling all these years was that he must will be back to get you ready for track,’ but I thought that might not have been older and had been coach for eons. Ann let me know the happen. He didn’t look good. He died shortly after. When I’m home, beloved coach was only 40 when he passed. I still go and visit his grave.” Larry Hadley’s teams competed against mostly Division I opponents Nelson certainly was not alone in remembering the effect the back in those days, and I spoke to a senior on Hadley’s final team, young coach had on them. The naming of Hadley Field shortly fol- Tim Nelson, now living in Florida, who remembered, “Each year, we lowing his death tells you all you need to know. seemed to win one more than the year before. I remember how happy Two coaches who have been in the wings waiting for their op- coach was that season when we beat Brattleboro and Andy Natowich. portunity to coach at the varsity level are Todd Wells and Justin BY BILL MURPHY He was really proud of us that day.” Cassarino. One winter ago, they were the Bellows Falls Girls Junior He continued, “Everyone was excited about the next season. I Varsity and Fall Mountain Boys Junior Varsity coaches respectively. The Vermont Journal & The Shopper wouldn’t be there, but I thought there was a lot of talent returning and Wells played at BFUHS and has been the JV coach through both Sitting here wondering, how many of you enjoy the leftovers of they would be really good.” Obviously Hadley had built that founda- the Justin Aube and Joe Goodhue days. Wells was passed over when Thanksgiving as much as you enjoy the meal itself? The chances are tion and now wouldn’t be around to enjoy their success. Goodhue was hired, likely due to Goodhue’s previous coaching ex- the overwhelming majority of you get really bummed when those Unfortunately, neither did the talented returning class. Flynn took periences, but he has been given the reins now. Josh Ferenc moved leftovers are gone. They are a special treat. over as coach and ran a pre-season camp for the ages. This edition of from the middle school to the JV position. We have plenty of sports nuggets left on our plate here at the paper. Terrier football was going to be in great shape to reap the benefits of Wells’ team “looked competitive much of the time versus Keene” in Today, we will pass some of them along, as well as a few new ones, their talent. Unfortunately, as the tale goes, they worked so hard in a scrimmage. However, Wells told me, “We need to rebound better which have found their way into the pile. that camp, they were either injured or burnt out before the first game to be what we could be. We are a little behind where I would like Fall Mountain girls’ soccer came so close to back-to-back titles. kicked off. to be because there isn’t enough time to get everything done before No wonder they had five players recognized for their stellar play As a result, the stories of Flynn’s legacy as coach in Bellows Falls for games begin.” The Terriers open Saturday, Dec. 9 at West Rutland this fall. Madi Parrot stood above them all, making the New Hamp- that one year are not something to write home about. I remember at 2:30 p.m. shire Division III All-Star team, but Allie Stoddart, Zoe Utton, Aly watching that edition of the Terriers play and heard about why they Cassarino spent about three years learning in the JV position and Monty, and Zoey Luopa were also given notice. weren’t better than they were, but I can’t judge the job Flynn did. His was hired by Fall Mountain when Jason Bardis stepped aside. I A couple of weeks back when tracing the coaching history of Bel- triple sessions in that pre-season are still talked about today among the was unable to reach him, but Athletic Director Gordon Danserau lows Falls football, I listed Larry Hadley, Brian Flynn, Tom Lovett, Bellows Falls football fanatics. Was Flynn a better coach than anyone said, “They did okay in their scrimmages. They beat Sunapee and Gerry Curcuru, Bis Bisbee, and Bob Lockerby as coaches in the last realizes and somehow got carried away in preparing his team or did played well and then went 2-2 in the jamboree, where they only lost 70 years or so. I asked two questions at that time. Was Flynn in he just end up at the right place at the wrong time or the wrong place to Hopkinton by 2. They open at Conant Thursday night and you command one or two years and how long did Hadley coach? I men- at the wrong time or some other combination of rights and wrongs? know Conant is always good.” tioned he was coach for eons, but how long are eons? What I do know is, it didn’t work. Danserau also sent along the information to me that the Fall Reader Ann Hadley, Larry’s cherished daughter, responded, “My Jumping back to Nelson, he remembered Hadley as a coach very Mountain football team was awarded the New Hampshire Football dad coached from 1947 until 1961. Fourteen years.” fondly and can drift back to that senior season, offering, “We knew Officials Sportsmanship Award for Division III. FM girls hoops gets first winter win BY BILL MURPHY Beauregard and Sophie Bardis both ditional juniors, The Vermont Journal & The Shopper tallied 7 points. forward Mary Pickering was quizzed on whether Beth Groton and LANGDON, N.H. - The area win- he was surprised about the score in center Kendall ter sports season jumped into gear the opener, judging from both the McAllister are on Friday Dec. 1 when the Fall Moun- youth of his squad and the holes, the squad. Sopho- tain girls’ basketball team opened which were created by graduation. more guards are their 2017 campaign with a relatively The coach replied, “I don’t know Autumn Cum- easy 43-25 victory over Campbell. if age ever defines if a team can be mings and Olivia Former Wildcat boys’ coach Brian special or not. I think the team we Dunnigan. Two Pickering, now the new Lady Wild- have can compete with all the teams more talented cats coach, sat in the driver’s seat, on our schedule. We have some se- freshmen have watching his basically young team niors, who we expect to step up, and made the cut: for- open up a 23-17 halftime lead. They I think we have some younger play- ward Hillary Ber- then took things a few steps further ers, who have the skills to win now.” ry and guard Shea with a 13-2 pressure defense blitz at- Looking at the difference in the Pickering. tack in the third period on the way two halves, Pickering noted, “We fo- Fall Mountain to the one-sided triumph. cused on rebounding at halftime. We traveled to Hill- Junior forward Zoey Utton paced took care of that in the third quarter.” sboro-Deering Coach Brian Pickering served as the Fall Mountain Boys Varsity Coach for eight years, beginning in the 1990-91 BF tri-captain, Santorelli her team statistically with 10 points Four seniors, in addition to Luopa, Tuesday, Dec. 5 season. Pickering said, “I am sure glad to be following and 9 rebounds and was provided fill the Wildcat roster with another and then will host Jon [Aumand], who left this program in good shape. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – In last week’s 11-29-17 This & That, we missed plenty of support through senior guard in Allie Stoddart, forward Conant on Fri- He met with me, went over everything, and gave me all a photo of Paxton Santorelli who was the girls’ field hockey tri-captain, guard’s Zoey Luopa’s 8 points and 6 Izzy Lord, and centers Chryssabella day, Dec. 8 in the kinds of notes to help me get going.” along with Dani Marchica and Reaghan Baldasaro. According to Coach rebounds. Freshmen guards Morgan Craig and Amber Beliveau. Two ad- Wildcat Den. PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE Coursen, Santorelli was a great center back and a strong voice on the field. Bellows Falls and Springfield players PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE represent South Football All-Stars BY BILL MURPHY The Vermont Journal & The Shopper BELLOWS FALLS / SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - The names are Shane Clark, Lo- gan Cota, Jared Zobkiw, Matt LaChapelle, Mason Olney, and JJ LeCouffe. The first three are Bellows Falls Ter- riers. The other three are Springfield Cosmos. A couple of Saturdays ago, they were teammates playing for the South squad in the 17th an- Paxton Santorelli, holding the trophy, leads the Bellows Falls Division II nual North-South Football Vermont State Championship Field Hockey team toward their families and All-Star Game at Middlebury fans after capturing the 2017 state title. PHOTO BY BRIGID HODSDEN College. The North won in an Bellows Falls’ Shane Clark is wrapped up in defenders. He offensive-friendly game 57- may have been stopped this time, but he ran for a team Bellows Falls Logan Cota is on the run. Cota threw an option pass 41. high of 112 yards and two touch downs. for a touchdown in the contest. “They all played well,” said PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE South Head Coach Rich Say- pack of Springfield, whose head was Olney was a wide re- which was the South’s Support Springfield still spinning when I spoke to him ceiver “he stood out second score, cutting recently. “Coaching a game like this with some unbeliev- the count to 27-14. The is quite the task. It’s a really busy able blocking.” Say- North led 33-14 at the job. You spend much more time or- pack continued, “Zob- half and kept the lead Wrestling ganizing than you do coaching.” kiw and LeCouffe both much of the game by Both Clark and LaChapelle had had some good blocks big numbers. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Mark your as glow-in-the-dark bracelets and strong days running the football. and played well.” The South benefited calendar! On Wednesday, Dec. window clings, so you can tell the They rushed for 120 and 83 yards The North was a from the 10-point rule 13, come to the Park St. School world you support Springfield, Vt. respectively with Clark scoring two much stronger team. most All-Star games gym in Springfield, Vt. to watch wrestling. touchdowns. Cota stepped in as a They had jumped have allowing the team some exciting varsity wrestling Admission is free. Parking is versatile offensive performer, as had ahead 19-0, and then that is behind by 10 or action and to show your support around behind the back of Park been his role for the Terriers. He Clark raced to the end more points to receive of this hard-working local team. Street School, located at 60 Park was part of a scoring play throwing zone from 22 yards every kick-off. The Springfield hosts Fair Haven for Street, Springfield Vt. across the an option pass for a 51-yard score. out for the South’s first South did cut the mar- a couple of hours. The fun begins street from the Elks Club. The other three local performers score. The North had gin to 51-41 with just at 5 p.m. with a brief routine by Contact Kelly Stettner with any played in the trenches where num- increased their mar- Matt LaChapelle was a standout running back for Springfield in the under ten minutes re- the SHS varsity dance team to questions at k.stettner101@gmail. bers are not available to show their gin to 27-7 when Cota 2017 Cosmo football season. He excelled again in the North-South maining, but they were pump up the excitement. Bake com or by leaving a message at 802- worth. Saypack said that although threw his option pass, All-Star Game gaining 83 yards on only four carries. never able to get closer. sale items will be available, as well 738-0456. PHOTO BY DOUG MACPHEE 2B | December 06, 2017 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper arts & entertainment O’Brien watercolor The Weston Holiday Cabaret WESTON, Vt. - Six former Weston Young Company mem- workshop, Hunter art show bers McKenzie Jones, Emily Morris, Matthew Pitts, Allie Sei- SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. – Award- Pre-registration is required, at mounting a show of some of their bold, Michael Seltzer, and Jacob winning watercolor artist Robert which time a materials list will be work that will run from Nov. 27 to Waldron return under the direc- O’Brien will offer a one-day work- provided. Reference photos will be Jan. 5 in the MSA gallery. tion of Founding Director Tim shop on Painting the Winter Land- provided, and participants are en- Additionally, Hunter will give a Fort, for the first Weston Holiday scape at Main Street Arts Saturday, couraged to bring their own. Reg- talk, entitled “In the Very (Plein) Cabaret at the Company’s second Dec. 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. istration is available by calling MSA Air” on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 6 stage, Weston Playhouse at Walker The workshop will focus on the at 802-869-2960 or e-mailing info@ p.m. at MSA in its Taste of the Arts Farm! Lovers of the summer caba- magnificent New England country- mainstreetarts.org. series that features dinner and a ret will adore this fun and festive side in winter. Light, shadow, value A full-time artist and instructor, presentation by a local creative holiday take on the popular sum- and composition will be emphasized. Perkinsville resident Robert O’Brien person. mer staple. The Winter Cabaret is The instructor will begin with a dem- has been painting in watercolors for Reservations for the Taste of the a perfect way to get into the holi- onstration, explaining each step of 40 years. Examples of his work can be Arts event are requested by Tues- day spirit and support Weston’s the process. Participants will then seen at www.robertjobrien.com. day, Dec. 12 by contacting Main Young Company program. paint, with the instructor providing Artist Charlie Hunter and the par- Street Arts at 802-869-2960, online The Weston Playhouse Young hands-on assistance. A critique will ticipants in his annual March plein at www.mainstreetarts.org, or by Company will celebrate its 19th be given at the end of the class. air (outside) painting retreat are emailing [email protected]. year in 2018. Composed of actors, singers, and dancers who are ei- 2017 Weston Cabaret. ther attending or are no more than PHOTO PROVIDED one year beyond graduation or Free showing of “Santa Claus departure from a conservatory or Tim Fort said of the program, formances will be on Dec. 15 and undergraduate training program, “Over the years our Young Company 16, starting at 7:30 p.m. The Weston the Young Company program is has produced an impressive group of Playhouse at Walker Farm is lo- aimed at providing performance Broadway actors, playwrights, com- cated at 705 Main Street, Weston, Conquers the Martians” opportunities for young artists as posers, teachers, and industry stars. VT, 05161. Proceeds benefit the well as offering a forum for shar- But most importantly, they have Weston Playhouse Young Company BELLOWS FALLS, ing the expertise of Weston-relat- brought their wit, enormous talent, program. Visit our website www. Vt. - If you’re looking ed theatre professionals through a and big hearts to every aspect of our westonplayhouse.org or call 802- for a different holiday series of workshops, discussions, profession.” 824-5288 on Tuesday or Thursday to film this year, mark your and interactive exercises. A Weston Holiday Cabaret per- order tickets. calendar for a free show- ing of the 1964 cult clas- sic, “Santa Claus Con- quers the Martians!” on Village Square Booksellers hosts Thursday, Dec. 14. This event is sponsored by RAMParts Presents in a literary weekend with poetry on the Bellows Falls Opera House, Bellows Falls, Vt. This sci-fi holiday Saturday, then prose on Sunday treat entered the cult canon when it was fea- BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – On Poems.” She’s published over tured on an episode of Saturday, Dec. 9 at 1 p.m., Village 300 poems in literary journals Mystery Science The- Square Booksellers in Bellows such as Poetry, Ploughshares, atre 3000. Early spe- Falls, assisted by New Hampshire Massachusetts Review, Har- cial effects create green Jim Fowler, will host the second vard Review et. al. A Macdow- “Santa Conquers the Martians.” Martians living on the Saturday Open Mic followed by ell Fellow and retired social STOCK PHOTO planet Mars, who cap- poetry readings by Pat Fargnoli worker, she now teaches po- ture Santa Claus from and Tim Mayo. The open mic is etry privately. earth so that their depressed chil- held by having poets take turns Tim Mayo is the author of Our Own dren can be happy. But in the end, reading from their works. The two full length collections of Mitch’s Maples Maple Syrup Santa teaches everyone the true poets sit around a table, so there poetry: “The Kingdom of Pos- Maple Cream meaning of Christmas. is no need to be nervous about sibilities” (Mayapple Press, Pure Vermont Maple Products Member VMSMA The sets are kitschy, the cos- standing in front of a room for 2009) and “Thesaurus of Sepa- tumes outrageous, and the acting newbie poetry readers. Call 802- ration” (Phoenicia Publishing, Sugar House Open Daily is what you’d expect! Doors open 463-9404 for book and event 2016), which was a finalist for 802-875-5240 at 6:30 p.m., and seating is gen- reservations, or go to www.villag- the 2017 Montaigne Medal eral admission. Running time is esquarebooks.com/event/poetry- and a 2017 poetry category In Chester, take Route 11 East 69 minutes. All manner of holiday open-mic-plus-pat-fargnoli-tim- finalist for the Eric Hoffer for 1/2 Mile. Take Right onto dress is encouraged! Contact Su- mayo. Book Award. Among the many Green Mtn. Turnpick. We’re the The Perfect Gift! san MacNeil at 603-313-0052 or Patricia Fargnoli, from Walpo- places his poems and reviews first house on the left! email [email protected] for more le, N.H. was the New Hampshire have appeared are Avatar Re- information. Poet Laureate from 2006-2009. view, Barrow Street, Narrative She’s published five books and Magazine, Poetry Interna- three chapbooks of poetry and tional, Poet Lore, River Styx, has won the May Swenson Book Salamander, San Pedro River Award, the Foreword Magazine Review, Tar River Poetry, Web “Camp Stories from the Backwoods of Ver- Silver Book of the Year Award, the Del Sol Review of Books, Verse mont” by Richard “Skip” Lamere. 103 Artisans New Hampshire Literary Award Daily, and the Writer’s Alma- PHOTO PROVIDED for Poetry, and the Sheila Moo- nac. He is a six-time Pushcart ton Book Award. 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Daily & Enjo the cel brat on of the H lida Spir HOURS: Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 to 5:30 • Saturday: 9:00 to 1:00 Open Christmas 197 Elm Street • Chester, Vermont 05143 Eve until 3 pm Amer ca Legio Post #37 802.875.3295 936 Rt. 11 W. | Chester, VT 42 Rockingham Street, Bellows Falls • 802-463-9700 802-875-2626 | www.motelinthemeadow.com Commander “Smokey” Aumand The Vermont Journal/The Shopper December 06, 2017 | 3B arts & entertainment Soup ‘n Sip annual gala The Dance Factory presents fundraiser “The Nutcracker” SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - The Dance from around the world. LUDLOW, Vt. - Join the festivities Factory presents a fully costumed Students dance all at the Black River Academy Muse- production of Tchaikovsky’s “The the roles in the Dance um on Saturday, Dec. 9. It’s time for Nutcracker” on Saturday, Dec. Factory’s production of Soup ‘N Sip, our annual fundrais- 9 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 10 “The Nutcracker,” in- ing event for this year. There will be at 2 p.m. Both performances are cluding the principal many activities taking place at the at Springfield High School and roles of the Sugar Plum museum. From noon until 4 p.m., will benefit the Springfield High Fairy and the Snow there will be wreath-making activi- School Drama Club. Queen. Many danc- ties along with decorating graham Please join us for this beautiful ers begin in Mother cracker “gingerbread” houses. You classical ballet featuring young Goose and continue can also make Christmas orna- dancers from all over southern performing in vari- ments. There will be a price for Vermont and New Hampshire. ous roles throughout each activity. “The Nutcracker” tells the story their childhood. Origi- While getting into the holiday of young Clara Staulbaum and nally choreographed spirit, take time to relax and join the magical Nutcracker she is giv- by Susan Hagan, this Gretchen Gregory from the North- en from her Uncle Drosselmeyer. year’s production will ern Gardens and Landscapes who The Dance Factory’s produc- be directed by Ashley will be serving all-natural teas tion features dancing dolls, a Hensel-Browning and during the afternoon. Children fierce Mouse King, a glorious will feature new and Madailein Wolf of Springfield as Clara, Ben Hasel- can look for fairy houses hidden scene of dancing snowflakes led old choreography from tine of Chester as the Nutcracker, Lydia Churchill throughout the museum. A finder’s Fairy Houses will be hidden throughout the museum for children to find. by the Snow Queen, and a visit to productions past. PHOTO PROVIDED of Cavendish as the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Eliza prize will be given to each child the Kingdom of sweets ruled by Do not miss this mag- Rounds of Chester as the Snow Queen. who finds these delightful minia- the Sugar Plum Fairy, and dances ical production! PHOTO PROVIDED ture homes. These houses will be basket raffles, a scavenger hunt, and credit cards at this time, please put up for silent auction in the eve- of course, delicious soups, chow- use cash or checks to pay for ning. In order to get an idea of how ders, and chili to warm you on a these fundraising events. See you many supplies will be needed for all cold December evening. The soup at the museum on 14 High Street The Winter Concert at BFUHS of these activities, please call ahead will be served in hand-painted in Ludlow from 6:30 p.m. until to register for this event at 802-228- bowls, which you can take home. 8:30 p.m. Start off the winter sea- BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - To those wonder what life is really about, es- is a member of the band and the stu- 5050. Adult beverages will be available. son with an enjoyable day at this who dare to dream, and those who pecially as the holiday season draws dent run news site, The Howler. In the evening, there will be a si- There is an admission cost to this historical venue decorated with a live life on the edge of their seat. near. The Winter Concert lent auction, games, stocking and event. The museum cannot accept holiday Victorian ambiance. The Bellows Falls Union High is free and open to the School Music Department is cor- public. It will be held in dially inviting you, the dreamer, the Bellows Falls Union the darer, the music lover, to at- High School Auditorium tend the annual Winter Concert on at 7 p.m. on Thursday, The Groovebarbers and Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017, at 7 p.m. Dec. 14. A 50-50 raffle in the BFUHS auditorium. will be held to help fund Sit back, relax, close your eyes, the Music Department’s JEWMONGOUS at Next Stage and invest a couple hours of your trip to the competitive time to think, listen, and enjoy the festival, Music In The PUTNEY, Vt. – Next Stage ney Coop or Turn It Up in sounds of the season. While the fall Parks on June 2. Arts Project is delighted to Brattleboro. Ex-Rockapella sports season comes to a close, and This article was writ- present international a capella star Sean Altman presents as the winter season draws near, ten by Bradie Harris, a sensation the Groovebarbers, an unkosher comedy song why not trade in your bleacher seat BFUHS junior. Harris The 2016 Winter Concert musicians. PHOTO PROVIDED with special guests, the Putney concert. His classic Pass- for one in front of a stage where Central School Chorus, in the over song “They Tried To singers and instrumentalists alike fourth annual holiday concert, Kill Us (We Survived, Let’s have been practicing for a perfor- on Friday, Dec. 15, at 7:30 p.m. Eat)” has been featured on mance like no other? The newly-renovated and ac- NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Witness both ends of the musical BALSAM BARN cessible Next Stage is located Gross. Altman sings vocal spectrum as the BFUHS concert Fresh Cut Vermont Grown Christmas Trees at 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, Vt. standards at the bedside of band, under the direction of Nick Tickets are available online at hospital patients as a volun- Pelton, performs both symphonies www.nextstagearts.org, or at teer with Musicians On Call and marches alike. Hear senior $25 - $50 the Putney Coop or Turn It Up and has performed JEW- Ethan Lauricella perform his fea- in Brattleboro. MONGOUS throughout ture piece, ”Dream Song“ by Rich- Turn on Hortonville Road The Groovebarbers annual the USA, Europe, Israel, and ard L. Saucedo on the grand piano. show has become a staple of the once in China. All faiths and Listen to the BFUHS jazz ensem- in Mount Holly and follow holiday season in Putney, and the faithless are welcome ble swing low and scoop high on signs for Balsam Barn returns by popular demand. but due to occasional potty- classic arrangements. You’ll be Bring the family for an evening The Groovebarbers. mouthedness, Sean Altman’s enchanted by the concert choir, PHOTO PROVIDED BY 1467 Hortonville Road of harmony and song that will THE GROOVEBARBERS FACEBOOK PAGE JEWMONGOUS is not ap- under the direction of Mary West- have your spirit soaring and propriate for kids under 16 brook, as they perform a selection Mt Holly, VT your kids rushing to start their unless you’re training them of holiday favorites. own vocal quartets as quick as you modern a cappella group Rockapel- to be sailors. A call to those who sometimes 802-259-2146 can say Wenceslaus! la. Kevin Weist is a renowned bald This is show is so family friendly vocal guru. Collectively they have that kids 6 and under are free when established themselves as the go-to accompanied by an adult (limit of vocal group for rock, doo-wop, jazz, Chester Annual Christmas Dinner one free kid per adult ticket). There barbershop and - with the help of will be popcorn and other refresh- guest soprano Inna Dukach - a new Saturday, Dec. 9 at 12 Noon ments in the lobby. hybrid genre they call “doowopera.” at Chester Andover Elementary School Each member of this all-vocal On Friday, Dec. 22 Next Stage powerhouse quartet is a bona fide presents Sean Altman’s JEWMON- star in his own right: Sean Altman, GOUS at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are Charlie Evett, and Steve Keyes are available at the door, online www. All are welcome to come and join in a wonderful free former members of the pioneering nextstagearts.org, or at the Put- dinner and visit with your neighbors

If you would like take-out Saxtons River Bell Ringers delivered, please call Georgia Ethier at 875-6242 holiday concert Any questions, call SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - The Spring- the Friends of the Springfield Town Pat Budnick at 875-2626 field Town Library is pleased to pres- Library. Please call the Springfield ent the Saxtons River Bell Ringers on Town Library at 802-885-3108 for Sunday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m. The Bell more information. The snow date Ringers will play beautiful holiday will me Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. music on English handbells - a magi- Elks #1619 cal way to ring in the holiday sea- son! To accommodate a larger audi- Kids Christmas Party ence, this popular annual event will be held at the First Congregational Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 Church, located at 77 Main Street in Springfield, just three doors down 1 - 2 pm Visit Santa! from the library. This event is free, accessible to people with disabilities, English hand bells. and open to the public. Sponsored by PHOTO PROVIDED Bring your kids, grandkids, or any relation to you! Refreshments & Presents!

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Sign up now at our 30% Off Regular Priced Gift Items Bellows Falls Elks #1619 social quarters or call 18 Bridge Street 802-463-4555 Need Name, Age, Donna Smith, Chairperson and Gender of Child 4B | December 06, 2017 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper outdoor news Vermont’s Mikaela Shiffrin takes gold in slalom KILLINGTON, Vt. – Vermont’s World Cup - it’s an incredible op- “Based on the athletes’ perfor- tators who cheered them on, Kil- community have demonstrated once Cup at Killington is important to Killington Resort reported record- portunity for Killington and the mances and the enthusiastic spec- lington Resort and the Killington again that the east can successfully us because it’s consistent with who breaking crowds at the World Cup surrounding community,” says Mike host world-class global ski racing we are. We are one of the last stand- with more than 34,000 spectators Solimano, president and general events,” says Herwig Demschar, ing independent, family owned and over the weekend, while Germany’s manager of Killington Resort and chair of the Xfinity Killington Cup operated ski companies and we are Viktoria Robensberg won gold in gi- Pico Mountain. “Everyone involved Local Organizing Committee and committed to bringing the adven- ant slalom and Mikaela Shriffin won rolled out the red carpet for athletes VP of International Business De- ture lifestyle, including ski racing, to gold in slalom and silver in giant and spectators. With the support of velopment at POWDR. “This year’s families and youth.” slalom. “I really felt the crowd carry our community, we’re looking for- World Cup raised an even higher The Xfinity Killington Cup set me to the finish. The fans on the East ward to again showcasing Killing- bar for ski racing in the US, and American attendance records with Coast are the best that I race in front ton and the state of Vermont to the when the celebration finally stops, an estimated 34,000 spectators of,” Shriffin said. international ski community next we’ll carry that momentum into across two days - 18,000 for the gi- “We’re thrilled with our second ye ar.” World Cup 2018,” adds Demschar. ant slalom and 16,000 for the slalom “Killington is already a special - beating last year’s attendance by place, but when the World Cup 4,000 spectators. The Xfinity Killing- comes to town they go all out to ton Cup was broadcast in more than celebrate the athletes, put on a top 60 countries worldwide and live on notch experience for fans, and in- NBC in the United States. The Xfin- spire the next generation of skiers, ity Killington Cup returns to Killing- and that’s our goal at POWDR and ton Resort on Nov. 23-25, 2018. Over why we host the World Cup,” says 2,000 children from New England John Cumming, founder and CEO ski clubs participated in the opening Thousands arrived to cheer on the athletes in this year’s Killington World Cup. of POWDR. “Hosting the World parades Saturday and Sunday. PHOTO PROVIDED

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(08/08/18 TFN) B&B POWERWASH SERVICES Clarendon or (802) 824-3677 Londonderry or Excavation House Washing, Deck Cleaning, Sidewalks, Gut- [email protected] to reserve yours now! (01/18/18 TFN) 6B | December 06, 2017 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper calendar LEGAL NOTICES Commission, the talk will be MONDAYS - 3907. TFN May Open Play Group to Play instructional hockey CLASSES & given by Andrea Shortsleeve BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - The 10-11:30 a.m. at Studio sessions led by members of the CLUBS WORKSHOPS and forester Hannah Dallas Bellows Falls Area Senior BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - Play Momentum, 71 Main St. An Rutland Cutting Edge women’s MONDAYS – of the Vermont Fish and Center Knit and Stitch group Group at First Baptist Church active playtime specifically ice hockey team. Instruction will SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Springfield THURSDAY, DEC. 7 - Wildlife Department. It will meets Mondays at 9 a.m. They of Bellows Falls/Rockingham designed for children aged be geared to players of varying Community Chorus rehearsals ASCUTNEY, Vt. - There will touch on how small and large can help you finish a project, Recreation Center. 9:30 a.m. 6 months through 5 years! abilities, even if you have never are on Monday evenings be a free, public talk on landowners may undertake repair an item and even take -11 a.m. Come join the fun! Free to member families. skated before. No experience at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Wildlife Habitat Improvement projects to improve habitat on special projects. The group Healthy snack served. Call Call 802-885-2568 or info@ is necessary! But the following Universalist Church on 21 for Landowners on Thursday, for both game and non-game is happy to donate “Knitted Molly 802-376-6204. TFN myreccenter.org. TFN equipment is required: hockey Fairground Rd. Contact Terri at Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. at the species. For more information, Knockers” to breast cancer helmet with face shield, hockey springfieldcommunitychorus@ Weathersfield Town Hall, CAVENDISH, Vt. – From 5:45 contact Jeff Pelton at 802-885- survivors. Stop by and ask for WINDSOR, Vt. - Play Group gloves, hockey skates (rentals gmail.com or call Barbara 5199 Route 5, Ascutney, to 6:45 p.m., there will be 9517. Betty for more information. 9:30 - 11 a.m. Come and are available at the rink), and at 802-886-1777. www. Vt. Sponsored by the a Tai Chi beginners’ class at Call: 802-463-3907. TFN enjoy an open gym, ball a hockey stick. It is also highly springfieldcommunitychorus. DG Bodyworks, 7 Depot St. in Weathersfield Conservation ★★★★★★ games and sometimes even a recommended that you wear org. TFN Cavendish/Proctorsville, Vt., SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – 9-10:30 bounce house! Call Windsor elbow & shin pads. The Cutting next to the Post Office at the a.m. playgroup at the Recreation Center 802-674- Edge has some equipment QUECHEE, Vt. - Valley Stamp corner of Rte 131 and Depot DEVELOPMENT REVIEW Springfield Area Parent Child 6783. TFN to loan to get you started. Club meets second Mondays St. There is a monthly tuition BOARD (DRB) Center. Come to play and meet Sessions run from 6 - 7 p.m. at the Quechee library located cost. To learn more about LUDLOW, Vt. – Okemo Valley WESTMINSTER TOWN HALL new friends. All parents with on Sundays, (Dec. 10, and at 1957 Main St. For more the classes, please contact TV offers “Train the Trainers” 3651 US Rt. 5, Westminster young children are welcomed. Dec. 17.) No preregistration information contact John Lutz Djemila at 802-490-0225, by workshops on fourth Thursdays Contact Celeste at 802-886- is necessary, though it is at 802-728-6212. TFN Legal Notice email: djem.translator@gmail. at no cost, 6-7 p.m. at the 5242 or email at celestem@ recommended that you arrive com or check for updates on Okemo Valley TV studio, 37C CHESTER, Vt. - Please join the vermontel.net. TFN 20 to 30 minutes ahead of time The Westminster Development Review Board will meet at Facebook: www.facebook. Main St. in Ludlow. Everyone Chester Senior Citizens Club to suit up! Questions? Email 6:30 pm on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 to consider the follow- com/gemstaichi/. TFN who wants to learn the “ticks for their monthly luncheon TUESDAYS- rutlandcuttingedges@gmail. and tricks” of TV-video meeting, third Mondays at ing: BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - River com Voices Poetry meets every CHESTER, Vt. - Liza Eaton, production is welcome. Reserve 11:30 a.m. at the Chester Application #18-32: Application #18-32 (Izaac Pellerin) Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Flat founder of Buddhaful Yoga, a space at [email protected] or WEEKLY – Congregational Church on will be offering a Gentle – property located at 1032 East Putney Brook Road. The Iron Exchange building on the call 802-228-8808. TFN SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Come swim Main Street. Enjoy lunch, jokes Flow Kundalini Yoga class for Applicant is requesting a permit to sub-divide land in the Square. All poets welcome. with a great group of adults and funny stories, and possibly beginners every Wednesday FRIDAYS - Rural Residential District. This Application will be reviewed Discussion of all aspects of the in our masters swim group at Bingo. Just bring your place 9:30-11 a.m. You will be CHESTER, Vt. - Liza Eaton, under Section 311 Site Plan Review; Section 520 Noncon- poem. 802-463-2204. TFN the Edgar May Center. The setting, if possible a dish to encouraged to go at your founder of Buddhaful Yoga, forming Uses and Noncomplying Structures; Article VIII group meets on Mondays at share, and a friend. If you own pace and listen to your will be offering Kundalini Yoga Minor Subdivision of the 2017 Zoning Bylaws. SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. - 9:30- 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 need a ride, just call Georgia body. Held at the Fullerton Dance every Friday 9:30-11 11 a.m. Play Group at Saxtons a.m. The group is comprised 802-875-6242. TFN Inn, on the Chester Green. For a.m. Held at the Fullerton Inn, Application # 18-33: Application #18-33 (Janaki Tschan- River Elementary School. Come of a wide range of abilities more information visit www. on the Chester Green. For TUESDAYS- nerl) – property located at 2588 Westminster West Road. on over for crafts, activities and including new swimmers. Call buddhafulyoga.com or call more information visit www. LUDLOW, Vt. – Ludlow Rotary The Applicant is reapplying for an accessory building to to play! Call Molly 802-376- 802-885-2568 or visit www. 802-875-2868. TFN buddhafulyoga.com or call Club meets every Tuesday and have utilities connected to the educational facility. This Ap- 6204. TFN myreccenter.org. TFN 802-875-2868. TFN is hosted by DJ’s Restaurant, plication will be reviewed under Section 215 Zoning Permit THURSDAYS - WEDNESDAYS - SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Youth swim 146 Main St. from 12:15 Procedure; Section 218 Violation and Enforcement; Section CHESTER, Vt. – Strength- SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Fridays, BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - The lessons are offered on Saturday p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Enter via 311 Site Plan Review; Section 447 Rural Residential District; building chair yoga class with 9-11 a.m. creative movement Bellows Falls Area Senior and Sunday mornings and side door opposite bank Section 520 Nonconforming Uses and Noncomplying Struc- Liz Eaton, 9:30-10:30 a.m., activities and playgroup held Center Knit and Stitch group Tuesday afternoons. Current drive-through. Visit www. tures of the 2017 Zoning Bylaws. Fullerton Inn, Main Street, in the gym of the Community meets Wednesdays at 9 a.m. classes available including ludlowrotary.com or contact Chester. This is a strength Center. All parents with young They can help you finish a our Parent and Toddler class club President, Tesha Buss at Participation in the proceeding is a prerequisite to the right building yoga class in the children are welcome. Contact project, repair an item and in our warm water therapy [email protected]. TFN hatha tradition for anyone Parks and Recreation Dept. at to make any subsequent appeals. even take on special projects. pool as well as levels 1, 2, looking to build bone density, 802-885-2727. TFN THURSDAYS – The group is happy to donate and 3. Our adult swim lessons physical strength, flexibility CHARLESTOWN, N.H. – The The application is available for review in the Westminster “Knitted Knockers” to breast are on Thursday mornings and endurance. Come as you SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - Free Open Charlestown Rotary Club Town Hall, 3651 US Route 5 Westminster, Vermont 05158, cancer survivors, stop by and feature three levels: are and do what you can. Use Art Nights, second Fridays meets at the Charlestown Town Monday – Friday from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. and ask for Betty for more Stroke Development, Stroke a chair, yoga mat, or both! from 7 p.m., open to people of Hall at 6:30 p.m. on Summer information. Call: 802-463- Improvement, and Stroke Drop in anytime or purchase all ages. Try something new, Street. For more information Refinement. We also offer a a few classes at once. No make mistakes, learn, and email rayandrosie@comcast. special class, Swimming for the experience necessary. For try again at the Art Gym on net. TFN Petrified, by appointment call Health Care & Rehabilitation Services details, contact 802-875-2868, 62 Clinton Street, Springfield. 802-885-2568 or visit www. [email protected] or www. Visit www.facebook.com/ RUTLAND, Vt. – Marble Valley of South Eastern Vermont myreccenter.org. TFN buddhafulyoga.com. TFN springfieldartgym/. TFN Duplicate Bridge Club meets from 7-10:30 p.m. at the A Community Mental Health Agency REGION - Bone Builders to CHESTER, Vt. – Meditation SATURDAYS - Godnick Center in Rutland, Vt. combat osteoporosis. Free Serving Windham and Windsor Counties class with Liz Eaton takes place SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Edgar Snacks provided. Come join and open to 55+. Call 802- on Thursday, 10:45-11:15 May Open Play Group for a fun evening. More info 674-4547. Monday and a.m. at the Fullerton Inn, Main 10-11:30 a.m. at Studio call 802-228-6276. TFN Wednesday: Brownsville Hospital Diversion Program of HCRS and NFI VT Street, Chester. Learn simple Momentum, 71 Main St. An Town Hall 9 -10 a.m.; Martin yet profound meditation active playtime specifically SATURDAYS – Memorial Hall in Ascutney 10- Shift Supervisor(s) techniques for beginners (all designed for children aged BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The 11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday: The Hospital Diversion Program of HCRS and NFI VT are seeking two full-time Shift levels welcome). There is no 6 months through 5 years! Rockingham Library will launch Cavendish Baptist Church fee for this class; donations Free to member families. a Google Computer Science Supervisors located in Brattleboro. The Hospital Diversion Program provides crisis stabi- 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tuesday are appreciated. For details, Call 802-885-2568 or info@ First Game Design Club for lization, clinical consultation, individual treatment and discharge planning in a small, safe and Thursday: Andover residential setting. Shift Supervisors provide supervision and support to youth, as well as contact 802-875-2868, eaton. myreccenter.org. TFN youth ages 9 to 14, to learn Community Church 3 – 4 p.m. to make their own computer provide a sense of safety and security. Shift Supervisors are also responsible for: taking lead [email protected] or www. SUNDAYS – TFN video games. No computer in managing the overall tone of the milieu, for attending to administrative aspects of the buddhafulyoga.com. TFN RUTLAND, Vt. – Spartan Arena experience necessary. Club program including the staff schedule, and for coordinating training for respite staff. Job re- SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Edgar is sponsoring a series of Learn ★★★★★★ sessions will be held Saturdays, quirements: Superior interpersonal skills and ability to function well in a team atmosphere noon to 1 p.m., in the library’s a must. Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field required. Experience working in youth department, through residential treatment and/or with adolescents who have been impacted by trauma. TOWN OF WESTON, VERMONT Dec. 9. Participation is free but spots are limited and Awake Overnight Residential Specialist(s) registration is required. For The HCRS and NFI Hospital Diversion Program is hiring for Awake Overnight Residential Ordinance Governing Parking of Motor Vehicles Between November 1 and May 1 more information and to Specialists. Hospital Diversion is a short-term in-patient facility working with adolescents Be It Ordained by The Selectboard Of the Town of Weston, State of Vermont, register, contact Sam Maskell in psychiatric crisis in Brattleboro. This position provides supervision and support to the pursuant to Title 23, V.S.A. §1008 as follows: at the library, 802-463-4270 youth during the sleeping hours, completes client intakes after-hours and performs admin- or email youthservices@ istrative duties. This is a great entry level position with opportunities to advance within 1. No person owning, operating or controlling a motor vehicle shall park, or cause to be rockinghamlibrary.org. the agency. The ideal candidate would have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, superior parked said motor vehicle on any street or highway within the Town of Weston from interpersonal skills, and experience working with adolescents struggling with emotional/ 7:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M., inclusive from November 1st to May 1st, inclusive; excepting here- MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – Still life behavioral difficulties. These positions are 30 hours a week (Thursday, Friday and Saturday from, however, motor vehicles owned, operated or controlled by persons attending the drawing. The Mount Holly overnights). critically ill or injured on emergency calls, and motor vehicles of persons attending church Artists Group meets at 10:30 services. a.m. in the community center room (under library) and sets Relief Awake Overnight Residential Specialist(s) up a still life. The sessions are HCRS and NFI are looking to hire Relief Awake Overnight Residential Specialists. These are 2. Motor vehicles parked in violation of this ordinance may be removed by the Town Con- open to all and free of charge. part-time, per-diem positions that would help to cover three residential programs during stable or Road Commissioner or by employees of the Town who are under the supervision of the Road Commissioner, to a place of storage; and the person owning or controlling said All that is needed is pen and the overnight hours in Brattleboro. Our residential programs include short and long term paper. TFN work with adolescents experiencing emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Responsibili- motor vehicle so removed shall be liable for all cost of removal and storage. ties include providing supervision and support to the youth during the sleeping hours and SUNDAYS - performing administrative duties. This is a great entry level position with opportunities to 3. Persons owning or controlling a motor vehicle removed pursuant to this ordinance shall SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The advance within the agency. The ideal candidate would have a bachelor’s degree in a related be liable for an additional charge of $2.00 per hour above the cost of storage for each hour Catamount Composite field, superior interpersonal skills, and experience working with adolescents struggling with or fraction thereof said motor vehicle is in storage commencing at 8:00 A.M. of the day said Squadron of the Civil Air emotional/behavioral difficulties. motor vehicle is stored. Patrol meets at 3:30-6:30 p.m. most Sundays at Day-shift - Residential Specialist(s) 4. The Town Constable and Road Commissioner and employees of the Town who are under Squadron Headquarters, 13 The HCRS and NFI Hospital Diversion Program is hiring for Day shift Residential Special- the supervision of the Road Commissioner shall be exempt from liability for damage in- Airport Road, N. Springfield. ists. Hospital Diversion is a short-term in-patient facility working with adolescents in psy- curred to motor vehicles removed under this ordinance; and all persons other than the Town Membership is open to ages chiatric crisis in Brattleboro. This position provides supervision and support to the youth Constable and the Road Commissioner and employees of the Town under the supervision of 12 and up. Call Commander during the day, completes client intakes and performs administrative duties. This is a great the Road Commissioner shall be insured and are deemed to be self-insured for liability for Capt. Tom Williams at 802- entry level position with opportunities to advance within the agency. The ideal candidate damages incurred to motor vehicles which they remove under this ordinance. 558-5571, Twilliams@vtcap. would have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, superior interpersonal skills, and expe- org. TFN rience working with adolescents struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. These 5. Every person convicted of a violation of this ordinance shall be subject to a fine of not positions are 40 hours a week. more than fifty dollars ($50.00). submit your HCRS is proud to offer one of the best benefits packages in the area. Our benefit package, 6. This Ordinance shall become effective upon the third publication of the terms thereof, coupled with competitive salaries, allows us to attract and retain the best staff you may ever such publication to be once each week for three successive weeks on the same day of the classified work with. The high caliber of our staff creates an environment of excellence; making HCRS week; thereafter, a single publication will be made annually. online! a great place to work and helping us make a positive difference in our community. DONE AT WESTON, IN THE COUNTY OF WINDSOR, STATE OF VERMONT, THE 8TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1974. VermontJournal.com Please send resume and letter of interest via our WEBSITE at www.hcrs.org, by fax to BOARD OF SELECTMEN 802-886-4530, or by mail to: James F. Convery Click “Submit a Classified HCRS - Attn: Human Resources, 390 River Street, Springfield, VT 05156 Donald W. Hart Ad” in the black navigation Equal Opportunity Employer Robert G Parker, Jr. bar at very top of the page The Vermont Journal/The Shopper December 06, 2017 | 7B LEGAL NOTICES calendar the Ascutney Union Church in Bellows-Falls-Downtown- Fargnoli & Tim Mayo. The on sale in our kitchen, and of Vermont” on Sunday, Dec. Night is on Thursday, Dec.14 COMMUNITY Ascutney, Vt. Sponsored by the Development-Alliance- Open Mic is held by having 50/50 Tickets will be sold 10 at 1 p.m. Mr. Lamere from 5 to 7 p.m. Join us for MEALS Weathersfield Proctor Library. BFDDA-118134114887946/ poets take turns reading throughout. A small donation memorializes events from refreshments and camaraderie for details. from their works. The poets will be requested at the door. his more-than-fifty-years of as you explore beautiful and TUESDAY, DEC. 12 - FRIDAY, DEC. 8 - sit around a table, so there Our House Band, The Green camp life in the heart of the original items in a wide price PUTNEY, Vt. – The next Putney PUTNEY, Vt. – Next Stage SATURDAY, DEC. 9 - is no need to be nervous Mountain Express will open the Northeast Kingdom including range including jewelry, Cares community luncheon Arts Project and Twilight SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Join us for about standing in front of show and share the stage with camaraderie, fishing, hunting, scarves, ornaments, mobiles, will be held on Tuesday Dec. Music present contemporary a festive holiday open house a room for newbie poetry anyone who wants to entertain snowmobiling, animal and garden items, photographs 12 from noon to 1 p.m. at the folk singer/songwriters Mark at Gallery at the VAULT on readers. Call 802-463-9404 us. For more details contact encounters, problems, fun, and fine art as well as Putney Cares Barn located at Erelli and Stephen Chipman at Saturday, Dec. 9 from noon for event reservations. For Dave at 802-875-2637 or food, all told with a lot of creations in glass, pottery, 54 Kimball Hill in Putney. The Next Stage on Friday, Dec. 8 to 4 p.m. Paint a watercolor more information visit www. Donna at 802-591-4290. humor. For book and event stone, and wood. Includes free menu will include roast turkey at 7:30 p.m. Mark Erelli has of your favorite winter tree villagesquarebooks.com/ reservations, call 802-463- gift wrapping. Gallery at the or tofu, dressing and gravy, toured internationally as a solo with artist Nancy Lanoue. The event/poetry-open-mic-plus- BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Village 9404. VAULT, is located on 68 Main roasted root vegetables, green artist for the past 18 years, event is free and all materials pat-fargnoli-tim-mayo Square Booksellers in Bellows St. in Springfield. Visit www. salad with dressing, chocolate appearing onstage everywhere are provided. Enjoy music by Falls welcomes Richard “Skip” THURSDAY, DEC. 14 – galleryvault.org or call 802- cake, and coffee or tea. There from coffeehouses and major Kathi Byam on flute, joined SATURDAY, DEC. 9 – Lamere, the author of “Camp SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Gallery 885-7111. is a suggested donation. folk festival stages to Fenway by Karen Engdal on violin. SUNDAY, DEC. 10 – Stories From the Backwoods at the VAULT’s first ever Men’s Volunteer help is also needed Park. Stephen Chipman Find perfect gifts from the SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - The for providing rides to the learned to play guitar at an creations of 160 artists, all in Dance Factory presents luncheon for those who cannot early age and rode the folk a historic 1907 bank with a Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” drive and with the cleaning up music wave through college real vault. Enjoy 20 percent off on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. Health Care & Rehabilitation Services after the meal. This event is co- frat parties and corner bars Danforth ornaments. As well and Sunday, Dec. 10 at 2 of South Eastern Vermont sponsored by Senior Solutions. in the 1970s. Forty years as refreshments, crafts, and p.m. Both performances are at Please call: 802-387-5593 or later, Chipman returns to his gift-wrapping station. New Springfield High School and A Community Mental Health Agency email putneycares@svcable. songwriter roots with a set list open wall exhibit, Magical will benefit the Springfield High Serving Windham and Windsor Counties net to reserve your seat. of songs dedicated to poking Light. Gallery at the VAULT, School Drama Club. The Dance Reservations accepted until fun at himself and the follies of a Vermont State Craft Center, Factory’s production features Monday Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. his past. Next Stage is located in located on 68 Main St. in dancing dolls, a fierce Mouse Community Support Specialist—Police Liaison/Crisis Intervention Specialist at 15 Kimball Hill in downtown Springfield, VT and is open King, a glorious scene of Full time 37.50hr/week position working within the Vermont State Police Depart- TUESDAYS- Putney, VT. For information, Tuesday through Saturday from dancing snowflakes led by the ment-Westminster Barracks. This police liaison is an integral member of the VSP team, PERKINSVILLE, Vt. – Monthly call 802-387-0102. Advance 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. See www. Snow Queen, and a visit to the embedded in the barracks. The liaison works side by side with law enforcement fficerso potluck, third Tuesdays at the tickets are available at www. galleryvault.org or call 802- Kingdom of sweets ruled by the Perkinsville Community Church providing mental health, substance use and social services support to people who come nextstagearts.org, Turn It Up 885-7111. Sugar Plum Fairy and featuring into contact with law enforcement. Ideal candidates are solid under pressure and have vestry located at 33 Church in Brattleboro and Putney dances from around the world. St. Bring a hot dish, salad or WALPOLE, NH -The Walpole quick solution focused critical thinking skills. The liaison provides emergency screening, Food Co-Op in Putney. Students dance all the roles. supportive counseling, care coordination and resource connection. The ideal candidate will dessert and have a nice visit. For more information, visit Unitarian Church will hold Originally choreographed also be invested in community development and community safety and capable of working For more information contact www.markerelli.com, www. its holiday food sale outside by Susan Hagan, this year’s collaboratively with community partners. We are looking for a person with at least two Lorraine Zigman 802-263- twilightmusic.org, and www. the Walpole Post Office production will be directed years’ experience in a mental health related field and experience working collaboratively 5245 or email lzigman@ nextstagearts.org. on Saturday, Dec. 9 from by Ashley Hensel-Browning. comcast.net. TFN 9 - 11:15 a.m. Expect an Do not miss this magical with law enforcement. A relevant Bachelor’s degree is required with a MA preferred. Please SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - “After assortment of savory and sweet production! reference position - #4015 SATURDAYS- Spring” is the story following homemade items including CHESTER, Vt. – Gassetts two refugee families in boxes of holiday cookies ready SUNDAY, DEC. 10 – Area Manager – DS- Brattleboro - Are you looking for a leadership role in an organization Grange holds a buffet transition and aid workers for gift giving, holiday breads, GASSETTS, Vt. – Gassetts dedicated to providing creative, collaborative, and compassionate services, responsive to breakfast every month on the fighting to keep the camp cakes, quiches, casseroles and Grange is holding their the needs of the people we serve? HCRS Developmental Services Team is looking for an 1st Saturday at 8-9:30 a.m. running, viewers will preserves. Many items can be Christmas Swap Jamboree on Area Manager in our Brattleboro office. In this role, you provide daily oversight to a large, It consists of eggs, bacon, experience what it is like to frozen to serve throughout the Sunday, Dec. 10 from 1 p.m. – collaborative, team supporting those we serve in the Brattleboro area to build and maintain sausage, home fries, toast, live in Zaatari, the largest holiday season. 4 p.m. Anyone who wishes to independence. We need you to have strong organizational, communication and leadership pancakes (blueberry and camp for Syrian refugees. Jon take part in the gift exchange, skills. In this role, you consistently interface efficiently and diplomatically with a variety plain), real maple syrup, juice, BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Village Stewart produced this film, please bring a wrapped gift, of stakeholders. You will also need to develop mastery of understanding of Developmental coffee, tea, and hot cocoa. Square Booksellers in Bellows which is 103 minutes long. costing from $5 - 10, to swap. Services in Vermont. Your ability to train, support and supervise staff are critical. Mini- All are welcome! Admission Falls will host their 2nd All welcome, no charge. This Everyone who does this will mum requirements included a bachelor’s degree and five years of experience serving people at the door. Hope to see you Saturday Poetry Open Mic presentation will take place on receive a ticket on entering. We who experience Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. there. We are located on Route Friday, Dec. 8. Doors open at on Saturday, Dec 9 at 1 p.m. will have drawings throughout 103N, just above junction 6:45 p.m. Film starts at 7 p.m., followed by a reading by Pat the day. Refreshments will be Residential Specialist Per-Diem/Full time Positions: of 103 and Route 10. Any and we will serve beverages Available in Brattleboro, Bellows Falls and Springfield Vermont questions, call Dave at 802- and popcorn! This event is held HCRS Residential Programs are currently hiring Per-Diem and Full time Residential Spe- 875-2637. TFN at the Unitarian Universalist ADVERTISEMENTS cialists on all shifts. We are looking for creative, flexible and dependable people to support WEEKDAYS- Church, 21 Fairground Road, Springfield, VT. residents in increasing life and relationship skills through group activities, community BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The PLEASE NOTE! integration, one on one support, and role modeling. We strive to create an environment Bellows Falls Area Senior BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – It’s that provides opportunities for growth to all members of our community. The ideal can- Center serves lunch 11:30 Ladies Night in Bellows Falls didate would be one that; enjoys being a member of a community with a shared purpose, a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Monday ALL ADVERTISEMENTS: & vicinity! Several businesses BOX/DISPLAY ADS, CLASSIFIEDS, incorporates their interests/skills into their work, maintains healthy boundaries, works well through Friday to area seniors. are donating a portion of their REAL ESTATE, AUTOMOTIVE, in a team, enjoys a diverse work day, brings positive energy, and is open to traditional and The Senior Meals menu for the proceeds from Ladies Night to DINING, HOSPITALITY, ETCETERA non-traditional perspectives and ways of responding to emotional and social distress. Posi- week is available by calling SHOULD BE SENT TO Dance Away Cancer/Relay tions are available at each of three residential programs. Please contact HCRS at the number 802-463-3907. The Bellows [email protected] for Life Team Super Hero, and below for more information on individual programs. Falls Area Senior Center is others are donating to a local located at 18 Tuttle St. We charity. It’s always a fun night HCRS is proud to offer one of the best benefits packages in the area. Our benefit package, are wheelchair and walker Advertisements that are not sent to for girlfriends, sisters, sisters coupled with competitive salaries, allows us to attract and retain the best staff you may ever accessible with plenty of Shawntae at [email protected] in law, moms & daughters, work with. The high caliber of our staff creates an environment of excellence; making HCRS parking. TFN are NOT guarenteed to be published co-workers, etc. to shop. There a great place to work and helping us make a positive difference in our community. are refreshments in the shops, specials at the restaurants and The Deadline for ALL Advertisement EVENTS of course, places to get your Reservations is Friday by 12 noon, Please send resume and letter of interest via our WEBSITE at www.hcrs.org, by fax to THURSDAY, DEC. 7 – Shop Local Cards stamped. For Approvals by 5 pm for the following 802-886-4530, or by mail to: ASCUTNEY, Vt. – On more information, including Wednesday Publication HCRS - Attn: Human Resources, 390 River Street, Springfield, VT 05156 Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m., participant hours and specials, Equal Opportunity Employer enjoy a free concert by the check out BFDDA’s Facebook Saxtons River Bell Ringers at page www.facebook.com/

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Avoid overtaxing yourself, even if your energy levels are high and you feel that you can do it all. Best to pace yourself so you won’t run yourself down before the holidays. SCORPIO (October 23 to Novem- ARIES (March 21 to April 19) ber 21) Your sense of humor helps get Make a start on that new workplace you through a stressful period. Some challenge. But get more information of your quick quips can take the edge before you find yourself too deeply off any remaining negativity being involved without knowing in which aimed at you. direction you should go. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You December 21) Your artistic talents not might find things becoming tedious as only help you express yourself these your schedule slows down for the hol- days, but they also set up a line of com- idays. Use this time to get information munication between you and someone about a possible post-New Year job very special. change. CAPRICORN (December 22 to GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The January 19) It’s fine to appreciate the creative Twin finds outlets for her or importance of “proper form” for doing his ideas in the early part of the week. things. But relax a bit in order to allow The practical Twin takes it a step fur- newcomers on the project to feel less ther and rallies support to turn the intimidated by you. ideas into reality. AQUARIUS (January 20 to Febru- CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It’s ary 18) Use your boundless reserve of time to stop being intimidated by optimism to persuade others to work someone’s negative behavior. Start with you to resolve a difficult work- taking positive steps on your own to place problem before it can ruin your help strengthen your position down holiday fun. the line. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Look PISCES (February 19 to March 20) closely at that so-called golden oppor- You brim over with self-confidence as tunity. Best to be a cautious Cat who you begin to tackle a new challenge. approaches things slowly, than one And, before you know it, you’re not who pounces without knowing where alone: Others have taken the plunge you’ll land. with you. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) BORN THIS WEEK: You have a Your apology can resolve that personal highly defined sense of commitment situation before it overshadows the hol- to others. You would make a fine social idays. You’ll feel better, even if you’re worker. only partly to blame for what happened. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc. TAKE A BREAK! TAKE 8B | December 06, 2017 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper calendar PETS OF THE WEEK/AUTOMOTIVE held every Thursday night at just a tip jar to listen to some pricing or reservations call SUNDAY, DEC. 10 – Main St., 10 a.m. Free and 11:30 a.m. Windsor Public EVENTS CONT. the Gassetts Grange. Starts at great jazz music. Enjoy a 802-387-3052. Limited seating WINDSOR, Vt. – Join the open to the public with stories, Library, 43 State Street. Each THURSDAYS – 6:30 p.m., doors open at 5 coffee and relax. 5-7 p.m. TFN available. 15 Kimball Hill Rd. Windsor Public Library for songs, and activities for the week features a theme, music LUDLOW, Vt. – Gypsy Reel p.m. Supper, raffle and 50/50 the magic of the holiday youngest readers. For more stories and a craft. www. plays regularly at The Killarney, tickets are on sale. Come and SUNDAYS– season at our 6th Annual information, call the library at windsorlibrary.org. 802-674- in Ludlow. Music always join in. Call Donna at 802- PUTNEY, Vt. – Dinner and a FARMERS’ Adult Holiday Read Aloud on 802-885-3108. TFN 2556. TFN begins at 6:30 p.m. and 591-4290 or you can call the movie every fourth Sunday, Sunday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m. continues until 8:30 p.m. or hall at 802-875-1051. TFN 5:30 p.m. At each event, the MARKETS at the Snapdragon Inn on ROCKINGHAM, Vt. - Crafts, THURSDAYS- later (depending upon football chefs at the Gleanery will FRIDAYS- Main Street in Windsor. Light Stories and Play Time toddlers BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - Join schedule). Fine ale, good pub SATURDAYS- serve a special menu in time WESTON, Vt. – We are happy refreshments, flute music, and and preschoolers. Enjoy stories, the genealogy group at food, and great music in the BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Internet for diners to make it to the to announce the start of the heartwarming holiday stories songs, crafts, and activities. Rockingham Free Public Library traditional Irish style. TFN and jazz jam Saturday at the hosted 7 p.m. film screening new Weston Winter Farmer’s read by local performers. Rockingham Free Public Library every Thursday, 10:30 a.m.- Flat Iron Exchange, located in around the corner at the newly Market at the Walker Farm This event is sponsored by the 10:30-11:30 a.m. Contact 12:30 p.m. when genealogy GASSETTS, Vt. - Bingo will be the square. No cover charge, renovated Next Stage. For Playhouse. Starting Dec 1, Friends of Windsor Library. 463-4270. TFN enthusiast Wayne Blanchard Friday hours are from 3 - For more info, please call takes you on a quest to WEDNESDAYS – 6:30 p.m. Your favorite dairy, 802-674-2556 or visit www. discover your family roots. If WESTON, Vt. - Come and Ask eggs, cheese, meat and bread windsorlibrary.org. you own a laptop, please bring enjoy a story hour with friends about vendors will be on hand as well it along. Many free databases our at the Wilder Memorial Library, Guaranteed as prepared foods, artisans WEDNESDAY, DEC. 13 are available at the library. Lawrence Hill Road in Weston! Credit Approval and crafts people. Come and ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – On Beginners and seasoned P&M Auto Sales Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 11 a.m.-noon. Call ahead to genealogists are welcome. support by purchasing local Bankruptcy • Bad Credit check, 802-824-4307. TFN Quality Used Cars and Trucks First Time • Divorce and fresh! Dates for December 6:30 p.m. the Women’s Free and open to the public. Freedom Center presents the For details, call 802-463- are Friday Dec. 8, 22 and 29. BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - documentary film “Granny’s 4270, email programming@ The Friday Dec. 8 market will Rockingham Library hosts Got Game” at the Rockingham rockinghamlibrary.org or go to Specials of the Week feature Andover’s own fiddle a series of six films by and Library. This documentary film www.rockinghamlibrary.org. and banjo duo John Specker about women for everyone, is about a senior women’s 2013 Chevy Malibu 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and his daughter Ida Mae. Lots sponsored by the Women’s basketball team in their FRIDAYS- 4 Door Sedan Laredo, AWD of fun and real close to home. Freedom Center on the second seventies who battle physical CHESTER, Vt. – Story time at FWD Auto Shop and enjoy local! Wednesday of each month limitations and skepticism to Whiting Library from 10:30- V6 Leather through February. These events keep doing what they love. 11:30 a.m. Come and listen to Auto Sun Roof are free and open to the This is the fourth in a series of a story every Friday with your Fully Loaded Fully Loaded LIBRARIES public. For more information, 6 films by and about women, children. Call 802-875-2277. SATURDAY, DEC. 9 - go to rockinghamlibrary.org, sponsored by the Women’s BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - On call 802-463-4270 or stop by BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. - 2011 Ford Escape XLT 2012 Nissan Rogue SV Freedom Center running the Saturday, Dec. 9 at 1 p.m., the library at 65 Westminster Minecraft Club at the AWD Fully Loaded second Wednesday of each Alma Beals will offer a holiday St., Bellows Falls Rockingham Free Public 4 Cylinder AWD month through February 2018 Auto Auto broom decorating program at Library every Friday from 3:30 at Rockingham Library. LUDLOW, Vt. – Weekly toddler 4 Cylinder Rockingham Library. Space is p.m. - 4:30 p.m. A limited and pre-school story time limited to ten participants. So TUESDAYS – number of library computers with a weekly theme, music, call the library to reserve your CHARLESTOWN, N.H. - Story are available. Registration is and activity. 10:30-11:30 spot. Pine brooms and festive time for toddlers and Pre-K at recommended if you will need a.m. at the Fletcher Memorial Offer Expires 12/31/17 decorations will be provided the Silsby Free Library from to use a library computer. If Library. Best suited for ages $ free of charge. Several glue 10:30 a.m. Children and you are joining the club with 5 and younger. Call Sacha 20 guns will be available, but parents are invited for stories, your own laptop and Minecraft at 802-228-3517 or email feel free to bring your own. songs and finger plays. Session account, you do not need to [email protected] to Oil Change up to 5-quarts This program is free and open includes playtime, an activity sign up. TFN register for programs. TFN Filter & Lube Doesn’t Include Synthetic Oil to the public. To register or and a story time. Free and for more information, call BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Bellows open to all. TFN WINDSOR, Vt. - Preschool 802-463-4270, go to www. Falls Area Senior Center Book and Toddler Storytime every 280 River Street • Springfield, VT • Tel: 802-885-4963 • 802-885-6200 rockinghamlibrary.org or SPRINGFIELD, Vt.– Springfield Club, in partnership with Wednesday from 10:30- stop by the library at 65 Town Library story time, 43 the Rockingham Free Public Westminster St. in Bellows Falls. Library, 65 Westminster St., meets on the first Friday of every month at 9 a.m. Call the OUR SNOW senior center at 802-463-3907 or the library at 802-463- 4270 for details. TFN TIRES ARE IN! SATURDAYS- home of the Most Major Brands Available ALSTEAD, N.H. - Stop by the Specializing in Quality Shedd-Porter Memorial Library Truck Retread Tires for cinnamon buns the last BIG Family Owned and Operated Saturday of each month and visit with friends or neighbors. Your Hometown The cinnamon buns are from Full Service Tire Store McGuire’s Bakery and are available for a small fee. All DEAL CHEEVER TIRE SERVICE, INC. the proceeds go to benefit the library. The library is at 3 Main Rt. 5 North, Bellows Falls, VT 802-463-3320 St., Alstead.

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Cuddles on the couch, and people to love, that is all we ask for this Christmas! Four amazing dogs looking for their furever homes! Each one would have to be your only furbaby, but they Stop in or Call Scott Simpson all have so much love to give. One is all you will need! Adoption fees are being waived to find them a home for the holidays. Please stop by Wednesday thru Saturday from Noon to 4:30 p.m. for a Confidentail Interview or call 802-885-3997 for more information. Springfield Humane Society 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, Vt. 802-886-9510 office 802-885-3997 www.spfldhumane.org Serving the towns of Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish, Chester, Grafton, Londonderry, Ludlow, SSimpson@SpringfieldAutomart.com Springfield, Weathersfield, Weston and Windsor The Vermont Journal/The Shopper December 06, 2017 | 9B AUTOMOTIVE calendar won’t be disappointed. Visit specialize in eating behavior. Then this group is for you! may be depressed? 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Call Diana Slade at conference room, 2 Main Street Support Group is a mental Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the at Martin Memorial Hall, SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Twin State com or 641-715-3900 (ext. 802-289-1982. TFN in Brattleboro, on Sunday illness support group. It Women’s Center for Binge and Lower Level (Handicapped- Depression Support Group 650055#). TFN Dec. 10 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. provides a forum to share Emotional Eating on 70 Main accessible), 5259 Route 5, meets on the fourth Wednesday SPRINGFIELD, Vt. - TOPS (Take No registration required. 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I-91 • Exit 5 • Route 5 • Westminster, VT Service Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am–6pm • Sat. 8am–3pm www.WestminsterAutoVT.com 10B | December 06, 2017 The Vermont Journal/The Shopper Just a few days left to sign Income in respect of a decedent REGION - Taxpayers are gener- • Uncollected salaries, wages, bo- Character of IRD ally required to recognize income nuses, commissions, vacation pay, The character of the income for federal income tax purposes and sick pay taxed to the recipient is the same as up for 2018 health coverage in the year in which it is received. • Uncollected alimony it would have been in the hands of If, however, someone dies before • Uncollected rent the decedent; capital gains are taxed REGION – State officials marked for new members who are seeking erage and request online account receiving income to which he • Interest and dividends accrued as capital gains, and compensation the end of the first month of open en- financial help for the first time. The access, while those who want to or she is entitled, that income is • Distributions from certain de- and interest are taxed as ordinary rollment by thanking Vermonters for Saturday hours can be a good option address other account issues are not included on his or her final ferred compensation and stock op- income. There is no step-up in basis acting promptly ahead of this year’s for Vermonters who are busy during asked to call during the week or to income tax return. Instead, such tion plans for IRD items. deadline and reminding those who the week.” log into their online accounts. income, referred to as “income in • Taxable distributions from em- Deductions in respect of a dece- still need coverage to be sure to log The special Saturday hours are of- Vermonters who qualify for fi- respect of a decedent,” or IRD, is ployer-sponsored retirement plans, dent in to www.VermontHealthConnect. fered for new applicants signing up nancial help have three ways to included as gross income in the including pension plans, profit- There are also deductions in re- gov or call by Dec. 15. They also an- for coverage and for existing mem- apply through Vermont’s health in- decedent’s estate for federal es- sharing plans, and simplified em- spect of a decedent (DRD), which nounced that the customer support bers who want to change plans, add surance marketplace: online www. tate tax purposes. And, IRD also ployee pension plans (SEPs) can offset IRD. DRD items are -de center will be open Saturday, Dec. 9 to a household member to their plan, or VermontHealthConnect.gov, by becomes taxable income to the • Taxable distributions from indi- ductible expenses that were owed at take applications and change requests report a change in income or other phone 855-899-9600, or with one person or entity who ultimately vidual retirement accounts (IRAs) the time of death, but not yet paid. from new and renewing members. household information. Members of more than 150 in-person assis- receives it (in direct contrast to • Gain from the sale of property if Such items might include real estate “Most calls are being answered will also be able to pay for their cov- ters located across the state. the general rule that inherited the sale is deemed to occur before taxes, state income tax, and deduct- in under a minute,” said Cory Gus- Vermonters whose property is not included in an death, but proceeds are not collect- ible interest. As with IRD, DRD can tafson, commissioner of the Depart- household incomes are heir’s taxable income). ed until after death be taken on both the estate tax re- ment of Vermont Health Access, “but too high to qualify for The inclusion of IRD on both • Accounts receivable of a sole turn and the beneficiary’s income it’s important to note that the actual financial help have the the estate tax return (Form 706) proprietor tax return, and must be deducted application can be lengthy, especially additional option of en- and the recipient’s income tax • Difference between the face in the same manner as the decedent rolling directly with Blue return creates the potential for amount and the decedent’s basis in would have taken the deduction. Cross Blue Shield of Ver- double taxation. Fortunately, to an installment sales obligation The deduction can be taken by mont or MVP Health avoid this result, the tax code • Distributive share of partnership the IRD recipient who is obligated Care and establishing a provides an income tax deduc- items for the period before death to and actually pays the DRD items. single point of contact tion for any estate tax paid that is for a partnership tax year that ends DRD items are deductible in the Sign up for health care today. with their insurance car- attributable to IRD. after death, unless the death causes year in which they are paid. STOCK PHOTO rier. What constitutes IRD? the partner’s tax year to close If DRD is taken on the estate tax According to the Internal Who owes income tax on IRD? return, the income tax deduction Revenue Code, IRD represents IRD is taxed to the person or enti- for estate tax paid on IRD is limited “those amounts to which a de- ty receiving it. 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