Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018

Farm to CD

Frozen dip

Tigers on roll

Bristol musician Helen Hummel worked on a farm to pay for her first album. See Arts + Leisure.

Some North Branch School students took the plunge for a fundraiser. See Page 12A.

The Commodores were stubborn, but MUHS won for the sixth time in seven outings. See Page 1B.

ADDISON COUNTY

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MAUSD budget reflects 1% hike

Plan calls for 16 fewer school workers

By JOHN FLOWERS BRISTOL — Five-town voters on March 6 will cast ballots on a 20182019 public school spending plan for Addison Northeast that would result in a 1 percent increase in equalized per-pupil spending and spur some significant staffing changes within the newly created Mount Abraham Unified School District (MAUSD).

The proposed MAUSD budget reflects $24,746,279 in education spending to operate Mount Abraham Union middle and high schools; the elementary schools in Bristol, Lincoln, Monkton, New Haven and Starksboro; and the Addison

Northeast central office.

The MAUSD board voted 6-4 on Jan. 23 to warn what it is referring to as the “1 percent budget” for a Town Meeting Day vote. Some of the dissenting board members had expressed a preference for a levelfunded spending plan; others had lobbied for a 2.5 percent spending increase. But a majority of the panel decided the 1 percent increase and related staffing changes would allow the district to more effectively deliver education to a dwindling number of students.

MAUSD is currently spending (See Budget, Page 11A)

Reduction sought in special ed expenses

‘Block grant’ funding system debated

By JOHN FLOWERS BRISTOL — Revamping the way Vermont pays for its public schools once again took center stage at Monday’s legislative breakfast at the Bristol American Legion Hall, and local lawmakers are specifically focused this session on reducing special education expenses.

Rep. Dave Sharpe, D-Bristol, chairs the House Education Committee. He alluded to a January 2016 school funding report prepared for the state by Picus Associates that indicated Vermont spends an appropriate amount on K-12 public education. But the report also (See Special ed, Page 7A)

The launch

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE FRESHMAN Nathaniel Klein maneuvers a traditional Japanese fishing boat filled with his fellow boatbuilding J-Term students in the deep end of the college’s Natatorium last Thursday afternoon. See more photos on Page 2A. Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Rokeby’s tiny boat poses historic puzzle ‘The Lucy’ sparks volunteers in an effort to save it

ROKEBY MUSEUM DIRECTOR Catherine Brooks, left, and Ferrisburgh conservationist Rick Kerschner look over the 67-inch vintage child’s boat currently being conserved for the museum.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

By ANDY KIRKALDY FERRISBURGH — A couple months back volunteers at Ferrisburgh’s Rokeby Museum were going through the historic landmark’s outbuildings, evaluating them for possible conservation work or repairs, when they made a discovery — a small, painted wooden boat, just short of six feet long and in rough shape.

A more perfect match of treasure hunters and bounty would be hard to imagine.

Among the volunteers were Ferrisburgh woodworker and longtime Lake Champlain Maritime Museum employee and volunteer Don Dewees, and another Ferrisburgh resident, Rick Kerschner, a former head of conservation at the Shelburne Museum.

After research they and Rokeby Executive Director Catherine Brooks believe that the 67-inch-long boat, with the name “Lucy” on its stern, is about 150 years old; was built in Newport, R.I.; and probably belonged to a relative of the Robinson family that prospered as farmers at Rokeby in the 1800s and were avid abolitionists, writers and artists.

But Brooks said all they knew when they found the boat was that it was intriguing, especially to Dewees.

“We opened a door, and here was this boat,” Brooks said.

“And Don, being a boat person, we had to pull him out of the building.”

Before long Brooks heard back from Dewees and Kerschner about the boat, which in stabilized condition will be prominently displayed at Rokeby this year.

“Within a day or two both Rick and Don were back,” Brooks said. “Rick with his professional expertise in conservation and (See Rokeby, Page 14A)

Fuentes-George enters Midd. selectboard race

By JOHN FLOWERS from Jamaica — have three young MIDDLEBURY — Lindsey children, two of whom are students Fuentes-George has always believed at Mary Hogan Elementary School. government works best The Fuentes-George when many diverse “I’d hate to family was among those voices of the community see any of (the who raised concerns are represented in its downtown about the racial climate actions. in Addison County’s With that in mind, businesses) fold shire town last summer Fuentes-George has because of this when two Confederate decided to run for (rail bridges) flags were seen flying one of the two spots project. At the at homes in the East up for grabs on the same time, it’s Middlebury area. Their Middlebury selectboard and those of got to happen.” concerns, on March 6. Fuentesothers, culminated in — Lindsey the appointment of an George, 38, hopes to Fuentes-George represent the voices Addison Central School of local parents, East District Task Force on Middlebury residents and families Racism, Bias and Discrimination. struggling to make ends meet.

The panel, made up of local people of And Fuentes-George also knows color, is scheduled to issue its report something about diversity. She with recommendations this May. (See Selectboard, Page 11A) and her husband — who hails

Lawmakers warm to ban on coyote derbies

By JOHN FLOWERS BRISTOL — Some Addison County residents and lawmakers raised issues about largely unregulated coyote hunting during discussion at Monday’s legislative breakfast at the Bristol American Legion Hall.

Addison resident Jan Louise Ball, who “This isn’t lives on Snake Mountain, spoke humane, with emotion this isn’t about what she sane. They said was the don’t hunt, “mass murder” coyotes and they kill.” of bobcats in her — Jan Louise area. She said Ball she learned from state Fish & Wildlife officials that coyotes can be killed year-round, and there are no rules against hunters organizing coyote “derbies.”

Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife is in charge of regulating hunting, meaning towns cannot (See Coyote hunting, Page 7A)

By the way Patty Heather-Lea has put out the last call for donations to the Bristol Recreation Department scholarship fund in honor of Darla Senecal, who is leaving after being the organization’s long-time director. You can drop off cash or a check made out to “Bristol Rec. Dept., memo: scholarship” to 38 Pleasant St. in Bristol. She said she (See By the way, Page 2A)

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Three former Panthers head to Olympics

ALL 14 STUDENTS from a Middlebury College boatbuilding J-Term class try out their 21-foot traditional Japanese Ayubune fishing boat in the college’s Natatorium last Thursday.

The students, under the direction of local boatbuilder Douglas Brooks, launched the boat and another smaller one after performing a traditional Shinto launching ceremony.

Traditional launch

M I D D L E B U RY / P Y E O N G C HANG, South Korea — Three Middlebury College alums will represent the United States at the Winter Olympics that kick off in South Korea on Friday.

For 2009 grad Simi Hamilton, Pyeongchang will be his third Olympic games. The former Panther Nordic racer skied on the U.S. team in 2010 in Vancouver and 2014 in Sochi, Russia. Other U.S. team members with Middlebury roots are 2000 graduate Forest Carey, head technical of the U.S. men’s alpine team, and 2001 grad Matt Whitcomb, head coach of U.S. women’s Nordic.

Hamilton continues to lead the U.S. men’s Nordic team, scoring two sprint podiums in 2016 and another in 2017. He earned a fifthplace finish in Sochi in 2010 in the team sprint classic event. Hamilton finished the 2016 FIS World Cup Standings in 10th place in the sprint; he was ninth in 2017.

In 2014 Hamilton became the first American male to win a World Cup race since Bill Koch won in 1983.

While at Middlebury, Hamilton was a three-time All-American.

Carey was a three-time All-American for the Panther alpine team. He was a member of the U.S. Ski team from 1993–97.

He returned to Middlebury in the fall of 2001 as an assistant coach with the alpine teams, and was head coach in 2004, 2005 and 2006.

Whitcomb has spent more than a decade with the U.S. Ski Team.

After graduating from Middlebury with a degree in biology, Whitcomb held various coaching jobs before he was elevated to head coach of the U.S. women’s team six years ago.

By the way (Continued from Page 1A) would stop collecting on Sunday, Feb. 11.

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE STUDENTS launch one of the boats they built during the J-Term class “Building the Japanese Boat” last week. The two boats they built were made possible through the generous support of Lathrop’s Maple Supply in Bristol and Huntington River Smithy.

BOATBUILDER DOUGLAS BROOKS initiates a traditional Japanese Shinto launching ceremony in front of his J-Term boatbuilding students and other guests in the Middlebury College Natatorium last Thursday afternoon. Brooks and his students launched two boats they built that will now be on display in Johnson Hall through Feb. 15.

One of our readers who resides in Shelburne recently gave a “shout out” to an employee at a local business for exceptional service. “As one who travels to and from Middlebury each day I have come in contact with Lorraine at Maplefields,” our reader wrote. “She is the cashier and goes above and beyond each and every time I meet her. She always has a smile for every person who enters the store and greets every customer with a friendly comment. She’s great!”

Did you see the very cool “Popular Mechanics” article on Harley Grice’s annual muzzleloader competition? Grice, of course, is a retired Middlebury dairy farmer who is very interested in hunting.

As the magazine said, he rigs up an elaborate target course on his 300acre patch of woods and invites friends and family to shoot their way through it using 19th-centurystyle muzzleloaders. Read it online at tinyurl.com/y9qd629m.

BOATBUILDER DOUGLAS BROOKS steadies a 21-foot traditional Japanese fishing boat as some of his Middlebury College J-Term boatbuilding students prepare to take it for a test spin in the college’s Natatorium last Thursday afternoon.

BOATBUILDER DOUGLAS BROOKS puts Shinto shrine objects into a hollowed-out beam on a traditional Japanese fishing boat he and his Middlebury College J-Term students built. The boat was launched in the college Natatorium last week after a Shinto boat launching ceremony during which the beam, the funadama, was filled and then sealed up.

Independent photos/Trent Campbell

Sofia Gulik of Springfield High School won the Vermont Veterans of Foreign Wars’ Voice of Democracy Essay contest held at the VFW in Middlebury on Jan. 20. Her winning essay on “American History: Our Hope for the Future” won Gulik a $1,000 scholarship and an all-expensepaid trip to Washington, D.C., where she will compete with all the other VFW state essay contest winners.

Addison Independent, Thursday, February 8, 2018 — PAGE 3A

MREMS acquires new ambulance Nonprofit seeks $50,000 to complete financing for vehicle

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury Regional EMS officials are celebrating delivery of a new ambulance, and the organization continues to raise money to pay off debt for the Braun Signature Series all-wheel-drive vehicle.

MIDDLEBURY REGIONAL EMS Board Chairman David Pistilli, left, Executive Director Teena Betourney and EMTs Alex Brown, Kate Ingwersen and Kirk Gallipo stand in front of MREMS’s newest ambulance.

The $185,000 ambulance will serve patients in 11 Addison County towns.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

The new vehicle In a fitting will take the The license plate on tribute to one of its place of a 2009 the new ambulance founding members ambulance that had reads “WEDGE,” and most ardent been experiencing in honor of the late supporters, the mechanical license plate on issues, according George “Wedge” the new ambulance to MREMS Murdoch. reads “WEDGE,” Executive Director in honor of the late Teena Betourney.

George “Wedge” Murdoch.

As of this writing, the With headquarters off South organization had raised $135,000 Street, Middlebury Regional toward the $185,000 purchase. EMS provides around-the-clock MREMS has taken out a loan to medical, rescue and ambulance cover the remaining $50,000, services to residents in 11 which it plans to repay through Addison County communities. contributions. The Middlebury Those interested in more nonprofit last week sent out information on how to contribute several thousand solicitation toward the new ambulance may letters to prospective donors. call MREMS at 388-3286.

Community Barn Ventures helps new businesses hit their stride

Rainey and Cullinane join forces

By JOHN FLOWERS ments for public sector clients. Her MIDDLEBURY — Stacey Rainey resumé also includes experience as a and Mary Cullinane made their repu- principal of The Parthenon Group, a tations working in major urban areas business strategy and consulting firm. working for corporate colossi like Rainey and her family always had Microsoft Corp. an affinity for Vermont. They were Now the two colleagues and friends frequent visitors to the Green Mounhave become business partners, using tain State prior to their move. She their big-time knowledge for smaller and her spouse, Cort, now have three — but no less important — enterpris- young children. es in rural Addison County.

While she said she thoroughly enThey’ve dubbed their joyed her time at Midcollaboration “Commudlebury Interactive LanADDISON COUNTY nity Barn Ventures,” or guages, she decided last CBV, and they’ve located year she was ready for a it at 44 Main St. in downnew challenge. Rainey town Middlebury. It’s aim: Helping and Cullinane had worked together at entrepreneurs grow their businesses Microsoft, and had bounced business while supporting local community ideas off one another while maintaininvestments. ing their friendship.

CBV currently provides three main “We had discussed ways we might services: be able to work together again in the • Business plan development, in- future,” Rainey said. “We both got to cluding strategic planning, messag- a point where we were ready to take ing frameworks, financial analysis, the next step.” social media strategy and operational Cullinane made her move to Weyefficiency reviews. bridge last year. And like Rainey, • Creation of softshe’s had a lot of expeware applications to rience in the corporate address unique business “Sometimes, world. At Microsoft, needs and opportunities. when you make Cullinane guided global • Pop-up retail and those big life strategic development special events at their jumps, a year and innovation for the Main Street location to later you think, company’s education-resupport awareness of lated business. Most ‘What have I unique products, ideas recently, she worked as done?’ But this chief content officer at and offerings.

“At the core of what jump, I have Houghton Mifflin Harwe chose to do … is a not looked court, responsible for passion for a business back.” product development that is trying to make it and marketing.

Culli— Mary Cullinane work,” Cullinane said nane began her corpoduring a recent interrate career at the startup view.

EdGate.com, an online portal comRainey moved from Boston to pany.

Weybridge in 2012, to take a job as “Because of my friendship with chief operating officer at Middlebury Stacey and Cort, and coming up here Interactive Languages. The business on weekends, I really appreciated recorded 250-percent growth during what this area was as a community,” her five-year tenure with the compa- Cullinane said. “The things that this ny, according to Rainey. community valued, I valued as well.

Prior to that stint, Rainey had man- So when the opportunity in my career aged Microsoft’s national invest- presented itself — at a time when I

Business News

STACEY RAINEY, LEFT, and Mary Cullinane are helping entrepreneurs bring their business plans to fruition with their new Middlebury consulting company, Community Barn Ventures.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

could make decisions more motivated by personal reasons — I decided that rather than take the next step on the (corporate) ladder, I wanted to take the next step here.”

She has had no regrets.

“Sometimes, when you make those big life jumps, a year later you think, ‘What have I done?’” Cullinane said with a laugh. “But this jump, I have not looked back.”

At this early stage, CBV’s clients have included Aqua ViTea, a local construction company and some new restaurant ventures.

“They needed to focus on what they do best — food and service — and needed help getting the word out and making sure there was process and consistency of message and all those things that help make an opening successful,” Cullinane said of the restaurateurs.

Middlebury-based Aqua ViTea already has a faithful following for its

kombucha beverages. But CBV has been able to help such companies generate more enthusiasm for products through what it calls “community barn raisings” — pop-up retail and special events at the well-traveled

Main Street location to showcase clients’ products and ideas.

“Being downtown has been wonderful,” Rainey said, noting the Main Street storefront has provided convenience for prospective clients. She

said a young entrepreneur recently stopped by rather spontaneously to see how CBV might help her take her business plan to the next level.

“If we didn’t have this spot, those kinds of ad hoc conversations wouldn’t occur,” Rainey said.

The partners have done some pro bono work for WomenSafe, a programming that helps victims of domestic abuse in Addison County.

WomenSafe is in the midst of a major fundraising campaign to increase its programming and facilities.

And thanks to modern telecommunications, Cullinane and Rainey are able to maintain a list of worldwide customers they have been able to nurture thanks to their considerable business contacts.

While distance is no obstacle for working with a client, CBV will remain grounded in Addison County, the partners promised.

“We named the business purposefully,” Cullinane said. “It is because ‘community’ is so important, in both of our lives, and we value it highly.

The decisions we have made represent that value. We wanted to be downtown, we wanted to be part of the fabric of Middlebury. We wanted to contribute to the economy and environment in downtown-proper. We also want to be part of the community at large.”

PAGE 4A — Addison Independent, Thursday, February 8, 2018

A DDIS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Letters

Editorials

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Constructive criticism is not to be confused with negativity When opponents criticize an idea, the expected response for proponents is to defend why they think the idea is valid. That’s the give-and-take of debate, with the hoped-for result being an improved outcome.

Throughout much of the two-year debate on the latest downtown “Rail Bridges” project in Middlebury that has been the process — to good effect.

Early ideas presented by Vermont’s Agency of Transportation, in which the construction downtown was to be extremely disruptive for three summers, met with public outcry. VTrans re-grouped with a new plan that most members of the Middlebury selectboard endorsed. While some businesses remain opposed, much of the outcry has diminished.

But not all. A few vocal residents persisted in trying to get VTrans to reconsider its decision to create a 21-foot clearance for the bridges, rather than the existing 18-to-19-foot clearance. The difference in construction cost is huge, and the impact on the downtown just as significant. That lastditch effort was to try to get VTrans to see the shortcomings of that plan, and to recognize other alternatives. That effort was not tilting at windmills, but rather a reasoned and practical appeal.

Fast forward to recent commentaries we have run in this newspaper, including one today by Selectboard Chairman Brian Carpenter, a recent one by selectboard member Victor Nuovo, and another by Sen. Dick Mazza of the Senate Transportation Committee. Each attempts to reassure Middlebury residents that VTrans’ plan is thorough and going smoothly.

But today’s letter from Carpenter takes a wrong turn by misunderstanding the value of criticism and in mischaracterizing part of the project’s history. For example: • Not all critics have waged a campaign to discredit VTrans’ current plan or the work of the selectboard. The effort has been to present reasons for VTrans to consider a viable alternative. There was one. A decade ago, in the early incarnations to replace the two crumbling bridges, VTrans had a rough plan, at a fraction of the cost, to replace the two spans over Merchant Row and Main Street without lowering the elevation. That plan and others were discarded once President Obama’s stimulus measures made federal money available and this project mushroomed to $40 million, then $52 million, and now to $70 million. But to the point: the opponents’ criticism was to promote a viable alternative — just as the selectboard and VTrans chose to promote its own plan.

Constructive criticism that focuses on the value of an alternative vision should in no way be construed as negative. Is it critical? Certainly. But that’s how a democracy improves ideas.

• To suggest that VTrans “agreed to invest six months conducting a higher-level environmental assessment” is to forget that a lawsuit alleging inadequate environmental protection was in the offing. Criticism from opponents forced VTrans to do what should have been done initially.

• Similarly, Carpenter’s characterizations conflict with reality of how the temporary bridges came about and how VTrans now plans to address contaminated soils. In both instances, opponents of this project brought those issues to the fore, and only then did VTrans respond. These are hardly points the selectboard or VTrans can claim as accomplishments.

• Carpenter also mischaracterizes the editorial reference to “Pollyannaism.” That reference reflected the state and town’s attitude that “all will be fine in the end.” I appreciate the optimism, but no, it won’t.

Talk to a few of the businesses in jeopardy and you’ll discover otherwise.

Privately, some of these same town leaders will admit that some businesses might go under. But if that’s the belief don’t pretend to be doing everything possible when that’s not the case. Instead let’s find a way to make the six to 10 downtown businesses most affected held harmless from forces they can’t control.

• As to the $12 million payoff to Vermont Railway, Mr. Carpenter is too quick to embrace VTrans’ spin. There are more ways to be compensated for the projected loss of business than a direct check for that amount. For example, railways are normally liable for track and roadbed maintenance, and part of that $12 million will be used to upgrade tracks along the detour.

The money will also buy an extra engine. Are we to imagine the engine will be returned once the project is complete? And the money will also cover the cost of additional crews over the project’s 10 weeks, meaning Vermont Railway doesn’t have to. All of these efforts seem to be ways that VTrans is helping cover the railway’s expenses without paying directly for the loss of business. But such speculation is beside the larger point — VTrans should not be in the business of putting others out of business. When and if an AOT project does cause such harm, exceptions should be made to counter that negative impact. If that has not been the precedent, going forward it should be, and the selectboard should press that point.

••••••••• Finally, these points do not dwell on negativity. Rather, the attempt to save tens of millions of dollars was well intended and backed by ample common sense. That’s a point that can be validated by asking one question: If the federal government were not paying 95 percent of the cost, would the state be proposing this project? Not on your life. They’d replace the bridges and leave the railway at its current grade.

Contemplate that.

But what’s crucial in this discussion is to understand that criticism is most often motivated by sincere investment and respect for the difficulty of the task at hand.

We have ample admiration for the work public servants do in our communities and throughout state government. And, personally, I have fond friends on the selectboard. I admire and respect much of the work Mr. Carpenter and the board does week-in and week-out. We share personal insights on a regular, and friendly, basis. And that’s the point.

The opponents’ perspective is not personal; it is analytical and it should be received in that perspective. We are fortunate that each is motivated by a desire to do what’s best for the town.

What’s clear after last week’s legislative hearing is that the AOT’s vision will prevail; what remains is the effort to help make retailers whole from the harm to come. And from there to tackle the next projects that will build a brighter future for the town and county.

Angelo Lynn

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Refusal to help wrong message

I am an old lady. Yesterday, daunted by a high snowbank barring my path to the Library, I asked a passing father, children clutching his hands, whether he could please lend a hand as I jumped down. Doing so would have taken less time than his response to my request, which was “sorry, I can’t, I’m pressed for time.” After which, he and his children continued on their way. Is this the lesson Middlebury parents really want to teach our children: that our importance and busyness supercede a stranger’s request for a second’s kindness?

Elizabeth Tillinghast Oettinger Middlebury

College building raises questions

All in a row

TREES LINED UP along Route 30 in Middlebury form a straight pathway through a blanket of snow.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Death’s presence gives life meaning There is a moment, almost always, when they look out the window.

Inevitably, a pause in the conversation and they turn to the glass and look outside for a moment or two. Or more.

“This is a beautiful world,” my friend in hospice care told me the other day, “and I’m not ready to leave it yet.”

I felt a little guilty that I get to stay.

The gentleman who said those words was in the later stages of a life. Having raised children, built on the family business his father founded and anchored himself firmly in his community as a member of the school board and fire department, he set out to see the world.

“I missed the seventh continent by an hour,” he said with a smile, exBy Melissa plaining to me that, just shy of AntO’Brien arctica, his ship had to turn around in rough seas.

He had lived so many great adventures, close to home and far away; I suspected that everything this gentleman did he did with verve and intention.

“You have lived a life of great meaning and purpose,” I told him, “the kind of life we should all seek to live.”

“I don’t know about that,” he said with the characteristic humility that I had come to know in him.

It is a beautiful world and leaving it can be very hard.

Sometimes the folks I see in hospice care are ready to go, they’re tired of living. Tired of dying, actually. Either way, each one bestows upon me a tremendous blessing — a reminder that this life is meant to be lived, fully, wholly — that we are meant to be driven forth by curiosity and to live in service to others, to strengthen the ties that bind as we go.

Ways of Seeing

As a hospice chaplain I am tasked with asking some of life’s hardest questions: have you thought about your memorial service? What do you want done with your body after you die? Do you have any regrets? Are there any relationships that need healing? Is there anything you need to say to anyone?

We cut to the chase when death has come to call. We have no choice, really. When the sands of time are down to the final grains, we have a way of getting to the important stuff quickly. Most fear is gone, pride is gone, ego has finally packed its bags and moved on and very often we get down to the good goods with rapidity.

I wish. I wish for all of us living, that we didn’t wait until the very end to think about these things.

My three kids know exactly what I want when I die because I talk about it, I quiz them, all the time: “Remember how it goes? I want to be cremated and half of my ashes will go up in fireworks at the party to celebrate the life I have loved.

The other half get tossed off the Sensation Quad at Stowe, upper section with the tall pine trees. I love it up there.”

“The party should be like a carnival with face painting and balloons, kegs of beer even though I don’t drink.

Outside in the summer. Please,” I tell them over and over, “if you tell them anything, tell them how much I have loved this life.”

On a hike in the Tahoe National Forest last fall I asked my son, Nate, who is in college in Montana, what he would want for his memorial service. He is so used to this conversation that he didn’t flinch, didn’t whine, (See Ways of Seeing, Page 5A)

Wrong question asked on candidate Christine Hallquist is the CEO of Vermont Electric Cooperative, a Johnson-based utility serving over 30,000 customers in eight Vermont counties. Hallquist told reporters last week that she is giving serious consideration to running for governor as a Democrat this fall, and that she would make an announcement about her plans later in the month.

Hallquist said that, although she has known Gov. Phil Scott for some time, and admires him as an individual, the state needs stronger and more forward-looking leadership than the governor has demonstrated to date. She said her campaign would emphasize rural economic development, a field in which she has experience as the CEO of a business that serves primarily residents of small towns.

Hallquist also points to her success in turning around VEC’s finances.

When she became CEO in 2005, VEC was nearly bankrupt. Its bonds are now By Eric L. Davis rated A+ and it is developing many new initiatives involving communitybased renewable energy.

If Hallquist does enter the race, she would join a Democratic field that also includes 13-year-old Ethan Sonneborn of Bristol and long-time environmental activist and advocate James Ehlers. To me, both Ehlers and Hallquist would be credible candidates for governor, even though neither has held or sought elective office before. Both are knowledgeable about the issues, have good communications skills, could put together a staff, and could raise enough money to get their message out to the voters.

However, many — but not all — members of the media

Politically Thinking

seemed uninterested in these aspects of Hallquist’s, or Ehlers’, candidacy. Hallquist happens to be a transgender woman, and the question many reporters wanted to discuss was “Is Vermont ready to elect a transgender candidate to a statewide office?” When this question was posed to me, I found it rather offensive.

I am sure that, back in 1920, there were people who asked, “Is Vermont ready to elect a woman to the Legislature?” As I wrote in this column a few weeks ago, Edna Beard, the first woman in the Legislature, was elected to the House in 1920, and to the Senate in 1922.

She did such a good job as a legislator that leaders of the Republican Party wanted her to run for lieutenant governor in 1924, a request she declined on grounds of ill health.

I am also sure that, when the first African-American, or the first gay man, or the first lesbian, announced their candidacies for elected offices, they were met with variations of the “Is Vermont ready to elect …” question. The media should focus its coverage of the campaign on the candidates’ experience, issue positions, ability to assemble a winning coalition, and leadership skills, not on their identity.

Conventional wisdom would say that the winner of the Democratic primary would face a difficult race against Scott in November. No Vermont governor has lost a reelection bid since 1962. A recent poll showed that Scott’s net approval rating was plus-42, the fourth-highest for any governor in the nation. A Scott re-election is indeed the most likely outcome.

(See Davis, Page 5A)

A huge industrial-style building is planned to loom over a once quiet residential street in Middlebury. To understand the scale of this building look at our new Town offices, which are 9,400 square feet, making this building almost 2.5 times the size!

Let’s also look at the word “Temporary” which in this case is “estimated to be 10-12 years,” but could be more like 20-25 years.

Does the word “temporary” mean that this structure does not have to comply with our State Regulations? Act 250? Don’t we all know “temporary” buildings that never go away?

TRAFFIC: currently there is a pronounced speeding and traffic problem on Shannon St. particularly between College St. and Short Shannon as students race up and down the street to the College parking lot (Police have been called multiple times). Daily commuters use Shannon St. as a way to avoid the congestion at Weybridge and College Street and the traffic light on Route 30 next to the new College park, and there is also large truck traffic making deliveries to the College via the Shannon St. parking lot.

Combine this with day students and College staff parking along the side of Shannon making it a very narrow two-lane road and a very dangerous place to exit and enter the residential driveways on the street.

PARKING: the College parking lot will lose 50 spaces to the new building. Those 50 will be replaced by eliminating the tennis courts at the other end of the lot, which means there will be NO additional parking in a lot that is almost completely full during a normal school term. The plan estimates 62 employees to occupy the building and 100 plus students. Where will all these people park?

NOISE: the mechanicals for this giant building will be directed at Shannon St. and the Church! Have you ever lived next to a giant air conditioner running 24/7?

STORM WATER: Where will all the water run to? The roof of the building will slope to the steep driveway to the church. There aren’t any drains at the base of the driveway to the street. Rain gardens do not work when the ground is frozen.

The recent rainstorms we’ve had this winter are proof of that. What is the State law saying about this?

I urge my friends and neighbors throughout the Town to attend to meeting on Monday, Feb. 12, at 7 p.m. at the town offices to hear the concerns of your fellow taxpaying homeowners in town.

Wendy Warren Middlebury

Bridge project the best possible To my Fellow Citizens: Middlebury is my home. I grew up here. My wife and I were married here, and we chose to return and pursue our professional careers here.

My son and daughter were born and have grown up here.

I run Champlain Valley Equipment, the business my father started. We employ 31 people at our Exchange Street office and another 85 people at four other locations around the state. I served as assistant adjutant general of the Vermont Army National Guard and worked to support our state’s emergency response needs for 22 years.

I have deep affection for this town and our state.

In 2014 and again in 2017, you elected me to the Middlebury selectboard. My colleagues elected me to serve as selectboard chair in 2016.

(See Letter, Page 5A)

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Rousseau and The Social Contract

Letter (Continued from Page 4A) Throughout my life, I’ve placed a high value on honesty and accountability and I’ve demanded the same of others.

The campaign to discredit the state of Vermont’s plan to restore our downtown bridges and rail line — and to discredit the work of the selectboard — concerns me.

We’ve seen this before with Cross Street Bridge and with the new town offices, both of which are serving the community well.

I believe you deserve accurate information and the opportunity to make a realistic assessment of the downtown bridge and rail project based on the facts.

I disagree with any characterization of this project as “Pollyannaish.” There is ample evidence that town and state leadership have heard our concerns and made significant adjustments to accommodate our needs and to mitigate risks to our town and our businesses. Today, we are working with community organizations and the state to develop practical plans to support, not just our downtown businesses, but the entire business community of Middlebury, as well as our important cultural and religious organizations. That support is critical to seeing us through the 10-week period in summer 2020 during which Main Street and Merchants Row will be closed. It won’t be easy but it can be done.

Also, the claim of a $12 million payoff to Vermont Railway for loss of business as a result of this project is inaccurate. The truth is that $12 million is the cost of meeting our demand that the bridges and the rail line be replaced in one construction season. To make this happen, the state of Vermont and the Federal Highway Administration will invest $12 million in new rail infrastructure statewide, as well as in equipment and crews, so that Vermont Rail can detour its daily trains 128 miles up the eastern side of the state while our downtown bridges are replaced during 10 weeks in summer 2020. None of this investment will go to Vermont Rail to offset potential lost business.

Finally, to label our community liaison, Jim Gish, a PR agent of the state is an ill-deserved slap. Jim represents the selectboard and the town. His efforts have been key in furthering the town’s interests. For the selectboard, he negotiated the three-week construction time-out this past summer so that we could hold Festival on-the-Green, the Peasant Market, and the Lions Club auction on the village green. He helped ensure that Printer’s Alley will remain open to pedestrians for the next three years. He pushed the undergrounding of utilities in Printer’s Alley and the upgrading of sidewalks downtown. And he pressed the state for a $75,000 investment in promoting our downtown in 2018; a grant we

should be receiving shortly. All the while he’s worked steadfastly to ensure easy access to information for our community.

When I joined the selectboard in 2014, the downtown bridge and rail project was being managed by the town and was tracking to start in 2017 with plans that included replacement of the rail track daily. This was a three- to fouryear project of 20-hour workdays and significant disruption to our community. The thought of four years of street-level construction seemed unfathomable. We were managers holding overall project liability for a highly unpopular project design.

Fast forward to the present day: 1. While we remain partners, the state is now managing the project, thereby assuming overall legal and fiscal responsibility.

2. We successfully pressed our demand to restrict major downtown street-level disruption to one project year. With support from the state and Vermont Railway, we were granted an accelerated bridge project similar to the East Middlebury Route 125 Sand Hill Bridge. With support from the state, Vermont Rail will detour rail traffic for 10 weeks in summer 2020 to allow this to occur.

3. Construction during the two-year lead-up to summer 2020 will be mostly normal workweeks, allowing those residing downtown better living conditions and causing less impact on our businesses and cultural and religious institutions nearby.

4. As part of the project, utilities will be undergrounded in Printer’s Alley and Merchants Row, cleaning up our downtown streetscape and improving reliability.

5. VTrans supported our request for a fulltime project liaison (Jim Gish) to enhance communications and public outreach.

6. VTrans agreed to invest six months in conducting a higherlevel environmental assessment to provide greater opportunity for risk identification, analysis and mitigation.

7. When faced with the need to replace the bridges with temporary structures, VTrans worked to allow the town to establish our leastintrusive timing.

8. VTrans is planning in 2020 to remove excavated soils via rail, thereby minimizing truck traffic on our roads and contaminated soils handling in the downtown.

I think it’s unattainable to eliminate all risk in these major projects. As I see it, to eliminate some remaining risks is to accept other risks, perhaps that we may be back in the downtown with major construction again soon.

For example, not addressing the drainage issue downtown, which has been a concern for many decades, only means that it will continue to be inadequate and to increase risk

of track deterioration and future derailments in our downtown.

In considering the future of our downtown, I believe we need to focus on a shared vision.

My sense is we need to grow the town to provide long-term stability and help stabilize taxes.

We are combatting a shift in demographics, a rise in online shopping convenience, and what feels like an ever more competitive world for discretionary dollars. We are not dismissive of the needs of businesses. We absolutely care for existing establishments in the heart of town. The Better Middlebury Partnership, Neighbors Together, our Chamber, the selectboard and Community Liaison Jim Gish, as well as many other institutions, are embracing ideas to energize our downtown now, laying the groundwork to carry us through the critical 2020 summer construction.

But I would argue that’s not enough. We need to look beyond this project and envision how to sustain energy downtown throughout the years ahead. We have opportunities to work toward driving growth in our downtown with passenger rail, downtown development, possibly a Tax Increment Funded (TIF) parking structure, and other possibilities should we dare dream of change.

When I returned to Middlebury from active Army duty 25 years ago and assumed management responsibilities for my family business, there were five major farm equipment dealerships in Addison County. There are two majors remaining. Those of us who changed and adapted to meet the new market needs were the ones to survive. The world is changing rapidly and we are not insular.

Negativity can be self-fulfilling.

I have no doubt that some residents and tourists have shied away from downtown simply because of the glum picture and fear created by some concerned project opponents.

Ending this excuse is all the more reason to get this project done and behind us. And I believe that most of you feel the same way. We don’t need another year’s delay to get this done.

So my sense is it’s time to say enough of the negativity. Let’s join together to stabilize and support our town — making the effort to buy locally, walking a block or two during this period of limited parking downtown to support our cherished businesses. While we may all see the world differently, let’s proactively work together to develop a shared vision and plan for the future — for a Middlebury that preserves the best of what we love about our town while looking boldly ahead.

Brian Carpenter, chair of the Middlebury selectboard, Middlebury

Ways of Seeing (Continued from Page 4A) didn’t protest that he’s not going to die any time soon.

I know eight women whose sons have died in their 20s.

Don’t kid yourself. You are going to die and not talking about it is not going to make it go away.

“Cremate me and put me in a whole bunch of small containers,” Nate said. “Then offer a challenge to everyone who comes to the service — I want a little of me to go in every state.”

“Brilliant, I’ll take you to Hawaii,” I told him, the only state I haven’t visited yet.

Our conversation about dying did not mar our trek through the heavenly forestlands of northern California.

In fact it may have, in our hearts, made the air smell even sweeter, made the sun’s rays feel even warmer, the company even better.

When I tell people what I do they often say that it must be hard. They cringe and look down, the thought of sitting with people who are dying is so very hard for most to bear.

It is hard, I tell them, but not because death is scary, because everyone dies. I love them all so much, and then they die.

My gentleman friend who almost made it to Antarctica was right, it is a very beautiful world, made that much sweeter by the reality that we don’t get to be here forever. We taste this truth when someone we know dies or when we come closer to death through an accident or a medical event. We have a heightened sense of awareness during those times.

The apple tastes sweeter, the hand in ours more precious, waking up in the morning becomes a gift. This is

the challenge, the task, to carry that awareness forward into all of life. To invite death into the conversation on a regular basis so that it becomes the friend that accompanies us through our days, whispering kindly in our ear … “you don’t get to do this for-

ever … this life is so very precious … the world is beautiful.”

Melissa O’Brien is a hospice chaplain with the VNH. You can read more of her writing at melissaannobrien.com.

Editor’s note: This is the third in a ple is entirely self-made, a political series of essays about political liber- artifact. It is real thing. Proof of its alism and conservatism. existence occurs in popular elections

By Victor Nuovo and at town meetings, when the PeoRousseau wrote “The Social Con- ple elect government officials or their tract” to answer this question: Tak- representatives, and decide on certain ing human beings as they are, that issues legally presented to them. In is, born free and self-interested, is such instances, the Power of the Peoit possible to discover a “legitimate ple is manifest. and reliable rule of government” for To return to the original question, them?

Rousseau restates it in a manner that It is the same question that was shows just what he is up against: Is asked by James Madison and the it possible, he asks, for an individual Federalists, so the questo surrender his freedom tion should be of great to a common will, and interest to us all. yet still retain it? Can we But Rousseau also discover or devise “some considers another quesform of association that tion that takes priority defends and protects the over this one. He supperson and property of posed that the legitimacy each associate with all of a rule of government the common force, and derives from the authorby means of which each, ity of whoever estabuniting with all, neverlishes it. He asks, what theless obeys only himentity has the requisite self and remains as free authority for this? Or, as before?” who has sovereignty?

The purpose of govLiberalism vs His answer is not some ernment is to “protect Conservatism and defend” the person person, or a select or elite group, but “the People.” and property of each An essay by The People is the total and every member of the Victor Nuovo aggregate of persons in a civil society it serves, Middlebury College and it requires the colcommunity, who, by enprofessor emeritus acting this fundamental lective force of socilaw, become one People. ety to accomplish this. of philosophy This is an original act of That’s clear. In forming self-creation, which he an association to achieve calls the social contract. this end, the individual is incorpoWhat sort of thing is “the People”? rated into an association, and yet, in And how does it create itself? I capi- fulfilling the duties of a citizen, every talize the word to distinguish it from individual is supposed remain as free the ordinary common noun, as in the as before so that by obeying the rules expression: “people who live in glass and regulations of civil society, he houses shouldn’t throw stones.” “obeys only himself.”

“The People” is not a natural If all works well, by merging onething, like a forest, or herd of buf- self with the common society one falo, or a human family, or a crowd, does not lose one’s self, but rather reor a random collection of human gains it. Is this possible? beings with a common interest, alRousseau’s answer is “yes,” but though this comes close. Nor is it only if certain conditions are satisfied. a supernatural thing, like the select First, every member of a civil soinhabitants of a heavenly city. It is a ciety must surrender himself compolitical body, fashioned by mortal pletely, including all his rights, to human beings. the whole community—note that Scholars say it is a sort of con- Rousseau was thinking only of men vention, but this is hardly clarifying. as citizens—an obvious shortcoming, Still, it is a start. but correctable. He supposed that this Conventional things are artifacts, condition was the same for every citproducts of art; they are invent- izen, so that there would a mutual ined and designed for convenience. terest in keeping it fair and equitable.

That’s what it means to call it con- Moreover, because every individual ventional. A teapot is an artifact. had renounced all his rights, he had It has a handle and spout designed nothing to claim against the commuso that it is easy to grasp, pours nity or any member of it. The individeasily, and doesn’t drip; these are ual has no other social place to exist, conventions for teapot design. Be- but in community, to be part of the fore people drank tea, there were People, a Citizen, which is a social no teapots. But once introduced, being. over time, through many instances It may be summed up in the sayof production and use, there arose, ing, “All for one, and one for all,” as if by consensus, the common which seems to have worked well for idea of what makes a good teapot. the three Musketeers. The question is Unlike teapots, which don’t invent whether it can work well for the state. or produce themselves, the Peo*********

What are we to make of this? Some of Rousseau’s interpreters suggest that “The Social Contract” was not intended to be a practical guide to politics. It was like Plato’s “Republic,” more utopian than realist, prescribing a model of civil society that would be impossible to implement, but yet edifying to contemplate.

This is partly true. It is also important to recall that both Plato and Rousseau were profound moral pessimists, who were under no illusions about the possibility of achieving perfection. They were pessimists in opposite ways. Plato worried that most human beings were too gross, too entangled in material existence to achieve or even envisage the ideal of justice. Rousseau believed that we are all born free, and that our native freedom, unadulterated by civilization, is perfect; civil society and its many creations make us corrupt and un-free. Yet both believed political existence is a necessity, and therefore unavoidable.

There is no likelihood of a return to nature on a grand scale, and if forced into it, few of us would survive. Civil society is our heritage; our past has imposed it on us. The problem becomes how to fashion a constitution for the state that is respectful of our common birthright.

Rousseau proposed transforming the private individual into a public citizen. And thus, like Plato, he imagined an ideal city, which is not a place, but a corporate body, the body politic, whose members put public good above private interest, and who by doing so, discover a new and higher freedom, the freedom of the Citizen.

The very idea of transforming a mere man into a citizen may have been Rousseau’s greatest achievement, comparable to Plato’s idea of justice, and, like Plato’s idea it remains an ideal never to be realized, yet never to be abandoned, for without such ideals our lives would have no real purpose.

This seems paradoxical, yet I believe it is true. For life without ideals would be dull and unhappy and cruel. Besides, Plato’s ideal of justice and Rousseau’s ideal of the citizen are perfect complements. Individuals become citizens by subjecting their particular wills to the will of the whole, and the object of that will is justice; in this combination, Plato’s ideal ruler, the philosopher king, becomes redundant.

Postscript: As a reminder, Plato’s idea of justice was that of a corporate body endowed with a virtuous soul, in which each part (citizens individually and in groups representing useful trades and social skills) did its proper work in a wise, brave, and temperate manner, so that the welfare of the whole was perfectly served. “All for one, and one for all.”

Davis (Continued from Page 4A) However, Gallup poll data released last week indicated that President Trump has less support in Vermont than in any state. If a Democratic tsunami develops in November, it is not impossible that Scott could be swamped by it.

A more plausible scenario is that a strong Democratic wave nationally, and a well-organized Democratic gubernatorial campaign with an appealing message, could hold Scott’s re-election margin to the 10 to 15 percent range, smaller than the

20 percent margin by which Govs.

Douglas and Shumlin won their first re-election campaigns. If so, an experienced Democratic candidate who either currently or previously has held elective office might think

he or she could mount a competitive challenge against Scott in 2020, a presidential year with higher turnout.

Eric L. Davis is professor emeritus of political science at Middlebury College.

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Michael Sweeney, 52, New Haven

Obituaries Betty Berens, 90, Middlebury

MIDDLEBURY — Betty M. Berens, 90, of Middlebury, Vermont, passed away on January 28, 2018, at the Residence at Otter Creek. She had recently spent a joyous holiday season and celebrated her 90th birthday at the Middlebury home of her daughter Kathy and her husband John Purcell; they were joined by Betty’s son Bob and his wife Patricia of Belmont, Massachusetts, as well as grandchildren Evan Purcell and his wife Kate Ashton; Emily Purcell; and Timothy, Katy, and Peter Berens.

Betty was born in Wheeling, West Virginia, the daughter of Elizabeth (Wickham) and Will McAdam. Betty, her brother Bill, and family moved to Cleveland, Ohio, during her elementary school years. After graduating from Shaker Heights High School, Betty attended Radcliffe College in Cambridge, Massachusetts where she met her future husband, Alan Berens.

Betty joined Al in Cleveland when he started his doctoral studies at Case Institute of Technology, and she finished her undergraduate studies at Flora Stone Mather College, earning a degree in psychology. Betty and Al were married in 1949 and moved to Hudson, Ohio, in 1950.

When her two children were very young, Betty started a nursery school in their home, maintaining it until they were both in school. She then directed her energy toward volunteering and working at area mental health facilities in the Akron, Ohio, area, where she developed an intense belief in the value of volunteering as a way to serve the community. Wanting to make a difference closer to home, she worked closely with Hudson Public School

BETTY M. BERENS administrators to develop her vision of the important role volunteers could play in the local schools. Betty was also passionate about the need to make sure volunteers felt welcome and appreciated and that everyone knew they indeed were Vitally Interested People, who made a huge difference in the life of the school community. In 1968, she started the Hudson Public Schools’ VIP Volunteer Program, which became nationally acclaimed as a model for how volunteers can support their local educational community. She was recognized

by President Gerald Ford in Washington for her efforts and leadership. Still going strong after 50 years, the VIP volunteers continue to provide over 40,000 hours of service to the Hudson schools each year.

Betty and Al enjoyed travel

throughout their marriage. There were yearly family camping trips throughout the United States and Canada with a little pop-up camper and the family’s two beagles. Betty had a stoic, yet resolute acceptance of those ordeals, as long as she could bring her hairdryer and was guaranteed at least one night in a motel.

After the children had grown, Betty and Al continued to travel to Europe and then particularly enjoyed two trips to Alaska and Hawaii.

When Al retired from his life-long career as a research chemist at B.F. Goodrich, Betty and he wanted to move closer to their daughter’s family in Middlebury and to their son’s family in Boston. They moved to Weybridge, Vermont, building their dream house on Snake Mountain. Betty loved spending time with her children and five grandchildren and getting involved with her new community. They relocated into Middlebury when they no longer felt the urge to fight Mud Season every spring, and eventually moved into the Residence at Otter Creek. Betty remained active in the Middlebury community, volunteering at Round Robin and serving on social service boards as long as she was able. She continued living at the Residence after Al passed away in 2010.

Betty will be dearly missed by her children, her grandchildren and extended family in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Ohio.

A private celebration of her life will be held later this spring. Donations may be made to the Middlebury Regional EMS; 55 Collins Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753.

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Jean Forgues, 87, Addison ADDISON — Jean Evelyn (Mussaw) Forgues passed away on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, at Helen Porter Rehab and Nursing in Middlebury. She was 87.

She was born on Nov. 11, 1930 to Edward & Goldie (Clark) Mussaw.

Jean met her husband, John, roller skating at Sleepy Oaks in Salisbury. They were married on Aug. 2, 1950. Together they farmed many years on Hospital Creek in Addison. After retirement, they owned the Addison Four Corner Store.

Jean enjoyed playing cards, crocheting, dancing, listening to the Addison County

Fiddlers and spending time with family and friends. Her pride and joy were her two children, five grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Jean leaves her two children; John (Rusty) Forgues and JoAnn Forgues Sullivan. She also leaves her grandchildren, Jack (Billie Jo) Forgues, Tara (Rob) Vercellone, Lyndsay (Kevin) Stocker, Ken (Betsy) Sullivan and Kevin (Sarah Stradtner) Sullivan and her precious 15 great grandchildren, who gave her pure joy.

She leaves 3 sisters from Chazy, N.Y.;

Janet LaPierre, Lorraine Gonyo and Barbara Honsinger, along with many beloved nieces and nephews. Jean also leaves her special friend, Bud Boise of Salisbury. The family would like to thank Ringer Home Care and most recently Porter Memory Care for their loving care of Jean.

Jean had two brothers who predeceased her, Leon and Charles Mussaw A Christian mass, celebrating Jean’s life, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 10, at St Bernadette Church in Bridport at 1:30 p.m.

NEW HAVEN — It is with great sadness that the family of Michael Daren Sweeney announce his passing on the evening of Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, upon arrival at Porter Medical Center in Middlebury, Vt. He was 52 years old.

Michael was born June 5, 1965 in New Jersey. He was the son of John Milton Sweeney and Gladys May Sweeney (nee Erny).

Michael graduated from Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans, Vt. in 1984 and married his high school sweetheart, Linda Ann Sweeney (nee Cook), on July 7 of the same year.

Michael’s life was spent in service of his family, his community and anyone who crossed his path in need of his support. Michael took immense pride in his wife and children and together Michael and Linda had a hand in helping the community raise their children through Linda’s daycare.

Michael had a passion for mechanics, which was the early part of his professional career. Subsequently he worked for Beeman Elementary in New Haven, Foley Services in Rutland, and more recently he brought his dedication and passion for hard work and community to his position as the Project Manager at Silver Maple Construction Company in New Haven.

MICHAEL D. SWEENEY Michael is survived by his wife Linda Ann Sweeney, by his children Ashley Brooke Paquette, Brittany May Leno, and Matthew David Sweeney, and by his son-in-laws, Adam Joshua Paquette and Zane Hawk Leno.

Michael is also survived by his grandchildren Hunter Michael Paquette and Josie Claire Paquette. He is survived also by his siblings John and wife Pam Sweeney, Al and wife Diane Sweeney, Ken and wife Barbara Sweeney, and

Karol and husband Jim Provost. He is also survived by nephews, nieces and their children, who have all been touched deeply by him.

Calling hours will be held Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, at the Silver Maple Construction facilities at 46 River Rd. in New Haven, Vt. from 4 to 8 p.m.

A mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Middlebury, Vt., with the Rev. Luke Austin as the celebrant. A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at Rough Cut restaurant at 51 Main St. in Middlebury, Vt., immediately following the service.

Michael was the most dedicated supporter of Linda’s passion to fundraise and support efforts to find a cure for blood cancers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through the following fundraising site in support of the Maine Lighthouse Ride which Linda, alongside her family and friends, will complete in honor of Michael: tinyurl.com/y99rvzpw.

If you would like to help the Sweeney family in a sustaining and meaningful way please visit: tinyurl.com/ y779akke.

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James Shattuck, 80, Salisbury SALISBURY — James C. Shattuck (Jim), 80, formerly of Cortland, N.Y., passed away Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, at Wintergreen residential Care Home in Brandon, Vt. Jim was born March 27, 1937, at home in Broadalbin, N.Y., the son of Paul Adrian Shattuck and Grace Behlen — one of four children.

He was a graduate of Broadalbin High School, and entered the U.S Navy in 1954. After serving four years, he attended Cortland State University where he received his teaching degree in Mathematics. He then pursued his career as a teacher at Homer Central Schools, where he taught for 23 years before retiring in 1992.

Jim enjoyed the outdoors, and as an avid golfer, would be more than happy to play around with anyone,

anywhere. During his winters in Vermont he kept in shape for golf by working out at local fitness centers.

He was also a skilled carpenter, and after retiring went on to build numerous homes in the Homer, N.Y., area.

Jim was predeceased by his parents, two brothers, Calvin and Warren, and a sister Lenita Miller.

He is survived by a daughter, Lauri (Moe) Rheaume of Salisbury, Vt., and son, Mark Shattuck of Cincinnatus, N.Y., several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A private graveside service will be held in the spring at Broadalbin/ Mayfield rural cemetery, Broadalbin, N.Y. In lieu of cards and flowers the family requests donations in his name to Rutland Area VNA and Hospice, Rutland, Vt.◊

JAMES C. SHATTUCK

Anna Wells, 87, formerly of Lincoln BRISTOL — Our mom, Anna E. Wells, 87, passed away peacefully on Jan. 21, 2018. She was surrounded by her loving children and wonderful caregivers at Living Well Care Home in Bristol, Vt. Anna was married to Frederick H. Wells, Sr. of Lincoln, Vt. and the mother of five children; Leath Meunier, son in law Robert Meunier, Ellen Rotax, Gay Truax, Frederick H. Wells Jr., and Kathleen

Wells. She was blessed with loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. She leaves a brother William James and sisters Alice Reynolds, June Moore, and Ellen P. James, and nieces and nephews.

Anna was known for her kind heart, her hard work ethic, her love of children, horseback riding and instructing, flower gardening, bowling, sewing and everything that goes into making a home. She

and Freddy had a gift for welcoming people into their home and will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all that were touched, influenced and inspired by them.

In lieu of flowers and in line with their caring and welcoming nature donations can be sent to the John Graham Shelter Vergennes Vt., or give.classy.org/ wellsmemorialfund.◊

John Cousino, 60, Bristol BRISTOL — John P. Cousino, (Pompadour) of Bristol, 60, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018.

He was born February 3, 1957, son of the Lucius Cousino, Sr. and Jean T.C. Easton. John’s dad predeceased him in 2000 and his mom in 2005.

John was an avid hunter and fisherman — a love shared with his son, Jason, his dad and brothers.

John was employed by Don Weston as a heavy equipment operator.

He is survived by son Jason, partner Brittney Gordon, and special granddaughter Maya Cousino of Bristol; former wife Debbie Ayers Dingler of Bristol; longtime partner

of John, Vickie Meader, Jason’s mom; siblings Eugene (Linda) of New Haven, Rosemary (Rudy) Cram and Mark (former wife Audrey Cousino) and longtime partner Alison Rood of Lincoln, Lou (Cathy) of Bristol, and Laurie (Darrell) Shover Duffy of Monkton; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; best friend Earl Booska; two close friends, Ora Booska and Moe Cyr of Bristol; special (brother) David Boise of Plattsburgh, N.Y. and Johns’s many other friends.

There will be no services at this time.

Rest in peace dear John, beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle.◊

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John Roberts Jr., 93, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — On the afternoon of Friday, 2 Feb., 2018, we said goodbye to our dear friend John S. Roberts Jr. He passed peacefully in his Middlebury home at the age of 93.

John leaves behind many who think of him as a mentor, teacher, and most of all, friend. He was a special person who will be remembered for many things, such as how important education was to

him, his impeccable memory, his quick wit and wisdom, as well as his zest for life and his determination to live it his way.

A special thank you goes to Jeffrey Stringer of Armistead Senior Care, Jane Kearns and Dr. Diana Barnard and the staff of Addison County Home Health and Hopsice, and Dr. Peter Wilhelm.

As per John’s wishes, there will be no formal gathering or services.

Timothy Marrinan, 72, formerly of Middlebury EDINA, Minn. — Timothy D. Marrinan, 72, of Edina, Minn., passed away Jan. 29, 2018, while surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Shirley Marrinan, and sister Teri Marrinan.

Tim was a graduate of St. Thomas Military Academy, the University of Minnesota’s undergraduate program and law school. He was a long-time compliance and banking law expert but his true passion was history. He served on the President’s Counsel at Colonial Williamsburg for many years and taught students at Our Lady of Grace and St. Thomas Academy about the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.

Tim served as a board member at the Henry Sheldon Museum in Middlebury, Vt., where he and his wife Patti also resided. He served on the University of St. Thomas School of Law Organizational Ethics and Compliance Program Advisory Board, where he was instrumental in the Program’s inception and development.

Throughout his life, Tim supported the Phi Beta Kappa motto, “love of learning is the guide of life.”

Tim’s family brought him the greatest amount of joy and we all benefited from his love and devotion. He blessed everyone he met while performing his roles as a punster and a one-stop shop for all things history, banking, and sports.

Tim enjoyed daily morning mass at Our Lady of Grace followed by chats with his coffee klatch.

Tim is survived by his devoted and adoring wife of 32 years, Patti Cassady; his daughters, Molly Marrinan and Cara Marrinan (RJ

Salisbury Valentine’s arts, crafts event honors crafter

SALISBURY — Four years ago the Salisbury Free Public Library Board was overwhelmed to learn of a greatly-appreciated bequest from David Seeley, who had died just before Valentine’s Day. The perfect moment to honor his gift presented itself in tandem with an Art and Chocolate event before Valentine’s Day this year with work by local artists and a range of chocolate creations. Since Dave

was an artisan himself, known to family and friends as Knitter par Excellence, the circle would be complete with a display of his own creativity.

This year more than a dozen local artists and artisans will display/ demonstrate and/or sell their work, ranging from painting, basketry, quilts, jewelry, knits and more on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Salisbury Town Hall.

It will be an opportunity to satisfy all the senses. There will be a makeyour-own Valentine table and a poet to craft poems on the spot.

Samples of Dave’s work will be on display, too. The versatility of his projects ranged from dish cloths and tumbler trousers to sweaters and more than 90 afghans (which used up leftover yarns). But his crowning artistic achievements were lacy knitted bed coverlets, the

patterns of his own devising. There will be a rare opportunity to see one of his extraordinary coverlets, lent and sent from Vancouver for the occasion.

The Art of Chocolate will cap the event, featuring a variety of chocolate desserts to sample while browsing, or to take home, as well as free coffee. The sale of these, as well as of work donated by some of the artists, will benefit the Library.

the board.

“This isn’t humane, this isn’t sane,” Ball said of the lack of coyote hunting restrictions. “They don’t hunt, they kill.”

Others, like Rep. Terry Norris, I-Shoreham, argued coyote numbers have been increasing and

have become a nuisance predator targeting deer.

“There are two sides to every story,” Norris said, adding he has a neighbor who can’t let his dogs outdoors for fear they’ll be killed by coyotes.

That said, Norris and other local

lawmakers voiced their disdain for coyote killing contests. There’s growing support for banning the derbies, officials said.

“I agree the contests are not a very ‘Vermont’ thing to do,” Norris said.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

Rep. Fred Baser, R-Bristol, acknowledged Vermont taxpayers’ ongoing calls for the state’s help in reducing the costs of public education. But he noted the state’s reluctance to dictate school budgeting, in deference to Vermonters’ Town Meeting Day responsibilities.

“The state figures out how we raise the $1.6 billion that goes to pay for educating our kids, yet a fundamental principle in Vermont is local control,” said Baser, a member of the House Ways & Means Committee. “In terms of who decides how much we spend for our schools, that’s determined by us, when we vote.”

He described what is now, in essence, a metaphorical tug of war on school funding.

“In general, we are loathe to say to (school districts), ‘You will only spend so much per pupil,’ because it takes away local control,” Baser said. “This conundrum, of the state determining funding and our school districts determining how much they’re going to spend, is likely to continue and will make for a large struggle in terms of controlling those costs — unless, perhaps, the state steps up and takes actions that I’m sure will be very controversial to people in local communities.”

Sen. Chris Bray, D-New Haven, said he believes all 180 of the state’s lawmakers “feel a genuine sense of always wanting to spend taxpayer dollars well. We are always looking to see if we can do the same programs better and maybe save money along

the way.”

He added he and other lawmakers often hear from people asking about the state’s current ratio of approximately four students per school employee.

Bray noted a current effort in the Senate to distinguish financially between school employees connected to the learning mission, and those providing ancillary human services — such as mental health counseling — upon which many students and their families have come to rely.

“It turns out that schools are a great venue for delivering many services; that’s where this very rural population comes together on a regular basis,” Bray said.

Also at the breakfast, lawmakers discussed a House Ways & Means Committee effort to establish an income tax as the primary way Vermonters pay for their public schools. The new education income tax would supplant the property tax as the main way Vermonters pay for their public schools, according to Baser.

Other discussion at Monday’s legislative breakfast focused on: • Health care reform. Sen. Claire Ayer, D-Addison, is chairwoman of the Senate Health & Welfare Committee, a major incubation center for all things health reform.

She confirmed that there are bills calling for Vermont to offer universal access to primary care; for the state to become an importer/wholesaler of 15-20 brand-name drugs purchased at lower cost through Canada; and for the state to get permission to

reuse leftover, in-date drugs that would otherwise be discarded by nursing homes and other health care facilities.

“It’s not a money-maker, but it does help people without a lot of money to buy their drugs,” Ayer said.

• Legislation aimed at promoting use of electric vehicles.

• Largely unregulated coyote hunting in Vermont (see story on Page 1A).

• A new law that has made it legal for Vermont adults to possess up to 1 ounce of marijuana and to grow up to two pot plants on their property.

Lawmakers were asked if the new law might retroactively expunge Vermonters’ prior marijuana-related citations/criminal records. Local legislators promised to get an answer to that question.

• Potential adjustments to the state’s bottle bill. The bottle bill — established in 1973 as a way of reducing roadside litter — guarantees a 5-cent deposit paid for returnable soft drink, liquor, beer and wine bottles. But declining profitability for redemption center operators, and a desire by some to see the bill extended to other containers, has raised concern among some citizens and vendors that the law could either be expanded or pared back based on market forces.

“You still have to make it profitable for these people to handle the bottles,” Baser said. “It’s costing them money.”

Lawmakers said they didn’t believe the bottle bill would be changed this year.

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But citizens can push for new hunting regulations through the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Board.

The 14-member board includes representatives from each county.

The governor appoints members to

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TIMOTHY D. MARRINAN Van Swol); his sons, Timothy Marrinan, Jr. (Sujata Behera), and Conor Marrinan (Beatriz Marrinan); his non-traditional son, Phil Benedict; grandson, William Marrinan; and many other relatives and friends.

A visitation will be on Friday, Feb. 16, at Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapel in Edina from 5-7 p.m. Funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 17, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Edina at 2 p.m. with a visitation at 1 p.m. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights.

A celebration of Tim’s life will be held this summer in Middlebury, Vt. In lieu of gifts and flowers, we wish you to direct those gifts to the Henry Sheldon Museum or the charity of your choice.◊

Obituaries can be found on Pages 6A and 7A.

(Continued from Page 1A) suggests the state spends $30 million more than it should on school administration and a whopping $140 million too much on special education, according to Sharpe.

The Legislature recently asked the University of Vermont to look at how the state funds special education and recommend ways to lessen that expenditure while still providing the necessary services to those who qualify. The state currently uses a “reimbursement model” for defraying districts’ special education expenses, Sharpe said. This model does not encourage districts to seek out the most cost-effective services, he believes.

UVM officials found the state could save around $80 million in special education costs if it switched to a different funding model, Sharpe said. So the Legislature commissioned a Harvard University team to work with 10 Vermont supervisory unions on a “best practices” strategy for special education programming.

Based on the findings of that Harvard study, the House Education Committee is considering a bill this session that would see Vermont adopt a block grant system through which to provide special education resources to school districts.

“Schools would get a certain amount of dollars for every student in their school building, and they would deliver services as they felt were most appropriate for those students” in consultation with state education officials, Sharpe said.

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Pancake Breakfast in Goshen. Saturday, Feb. 10, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Blueberry Hill Inn, 1245 GoshenRipton Rd. Help raise funds for trail and bridge maintenance at the Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center with a meal and a ski or showshoe. Pancakes, VT sausage, VT apples and Goshen VT Maple Syrup and VT roasted coffee.$15 per person suggested

Starksboro. Sunday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m., Starksboro Public Library, 2827 VT Route 116. Jessamyn West, veteran librarian and technologist will offer tips and advice for people learning how to navigate the complicated world of sharing information online. All are welcome to this informal discussion about online privacy; especially topics that have been in the news lately. Light refreshments. More info at 802-453-3732.

“Crafternoon” in Monkton. Thursday, Feb. 8, 3 p.m., Kids and families will be able to make simple card designs and pop-up cards and take them home after.

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Legislative breakfast in Granville. Monday, Feb. 12, 7-8:45 a.m., Granville Grange Hall, 82 Post Office Hill Rd. Meet with Addison County legislators and discuss issues important to Addison County. Purchase of breakfast not information at 802-475-2349 or email jscondon@mac. required to attend but helps our hosts to defray the cost of opening com, also on Facebook under James Condon. their hall. Sponsored by Bridport Grange 303 and the Addison MIDDLEBURY STUDIO SCHOOL — Adult: Joe Bolger POSTPONED; reschedCounty Farm Bureau.

Landscapes, Handmade Books Simply Sewn, Weds AM Paint/ ule date pending. Bill Open dream circle in Bristol.

Pastels, Mon PM & Thurs AM Oils, Mon & Weds PM Wheel, Thurs McKibben speaks in Monday, Feb. 12, 6-8 p.m., Pastels, Clay Sculpture, Garden Planters, Children: After Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 9, 3 p.m., ARTSight, 6 South St. Bring dreams The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 and curiosity Buffalo Dreamers School Clay-Mon Wheel, Tues Clay Hand Building, Do-ItLodge Rd. In “What Do We Do and explore the personal dream Yourself Room Décor & Paint It! middleburystudioschool.

Now? The climate fight in context,” landscape. Led by Annie Perkins org Contact Barb 247-3702, ewaldewald@aol.com McKibben will discuss how we make and Karla Van Vliet, both longtime sense of where politics, science, and Integrative Dreamwork practitiopolicy are taking the environmental ners, the group uses an active issues at the moment. Free, open to the public and form of dream engagement that is fun, powerful donation/$7 kids 10 and under. Bring friends. accessible to those with disabilities. RSVP to Pat Ryan Winter Tracking with Josh Hardt in Orwell. and safe. Meeting will continue to meet meets the at 802-388-1220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com. second Monday of each month. Suggested donaSaturday Feb. 10, 10 a.m. Orwell Free Library, 473 Artists Reception in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 9, tion $20, but circle is open to all. More info contact Main St. Learn what questions to ask to decipher 3:30-5 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. A Annie at 802-238-6607 or perkolander@gmavt. your next trail, plus tips and tricks to take your reception for artists of the Blue Swans group, net, or Karla at 802-989-1333 or karla@artandthetracking to the next level. Free. This workshop whose work is on exhibit at the Library. The show dream.com. is part of the Shoreham Orwell Libraries 2018 runs from Feb. 3 through March 31st and includes Keynote Speaker Series. works by Klara Calitri, Linda Hampton Smith, Molly Big Change Roundup for Kids in Vergennes.

Hawley, Patty LeBon Herb, and Yinglei Zhang.

Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and 7 p.m.All-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner in Weybridge. midnight, Vergennes Eagles Club, 67 New Haven Working with Distributors workshop Friday, Feb. 9, 5-8 p.m., Weybridge Elementary Rd. Help raise money for the UVM Children’s in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 9 School, Quaker Village Rd. Menu includes Hospital at the vendor fair during the day and a.m.-noon, UVM Extension Office, 23 Pond spaghetti and meatballs, green salad, garlic bread, a dance with Twist of Fate in the evening. 50/50 Ln. Suitable for fruit, vegetable and value added homemade desserts and beverage. Proceeds raffle, bag raffle, 45 vendors and crafters, and cash producers seeking a better understanding of distrigo to the Weybridge Volunteer Fire Department. bar at the dance. bution variables in reaching new markets, ACORN Tickets adults $10/children 6-12 $5/under 6 free, Make your own Valentines in Monkton. Saturday, is sponsoring this workshop designed to clarify available at the Town Clerk’s office or at the door.

Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-noon, Russell Memorial Library, the roles of distributors and help emerging busi4333 States Prison Hollow Rd. Another opportunity nesses to decide if they are ready to move away for adults and children to craft greetings for their from self-distribution. Cost $10. All payments are a loved ones. More complex card designs available donation to ACORN’s mission and tickets are nonfor adults and those who want a challenge.

Green Mountain Club hike or snowrefundable. More info at acornvt.org. shoe the TAM in Middlebury. Saturday, Shrove Tuesday pancake supper in Shoreham.

Feb. 10, meet at Wright Park. An easy threeTuesday, Feb. 13, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham mile hike from Wright Park to Belden Falls with a Congregational Church, 28 School Rd. Come St. Peter’s Parish breakfast in return to Wright Park. Wear appropriate clothing, celebrate, prepare for Lent and feast on good food.

Vergennes. Sunday, Feb. 11, 8-10 a.m. bring water, a snack and hiking poles if desired.

Enjoy pancakes or French toast with maple syrup, St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 85 South Maple This is a family and dog friendly hike. More info sausages, latkes with applesauce or sour cream, St. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Mark your contact David Andrews at vtrevda@yahoo.com or and beverages. Tickets $8 adults/$4 children/$20 calendars for a delicious breakfast of eggs, omelets 802-388-4894. For more activities visit gmcbreadfor a family. Open to all. (to order), hot cakes, French toast, sausage, bacon loaf.org.

Shepard’s Pie community dinner in New Haven. and more. Bring family and friends. Adults $8.50/ Monthly wildlife walk in Middlebury. Saturday, Tuesday February 13, 6:30 p.m., New Haven Seniors over 60 $7.50/kids 6-12 $6/ children under Feb. 10, 8-11 a.m., Otter View Park, intersection of Congregational Church, Town Hill Rd. Come and 6 free/immediate families of five or more $28. More Weybridge St. and Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Help Otter enjoy vegetarian or beef Shepard’s Pie, salads, info at 802-877-2367.

Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land brownies and beverage. More info contact Donna Trust to survey birds and other wildlife at Otter Baseball Bingo Extravaganza in Middlebury. at 802-877-2712.

Sunday, Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. American Legion View Park and the Hurd Grassland. Birders of all Post 27, Boardman St. Come out for an afternoon ages and abilities welcome. More info at 802-388of fun and help support Tiger baseball. Doors open 6019 or 802-388-1007. at 11 a.m. Quickies start at 12:15 p.m. Regular Cottontail hunting seminar in Addison. Saturday, Age Well senior luncheon in games at 1 p.m. There also will be an auction, Feb. 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dead Creek Wildlife Shoreham. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 11 pulltab tickets, basket raffles, and concessions. All Management Area, Route 17. A workshop about a.m., Halfway House, Route 22A Shoreham proceeds benefit Friends of Middlebury Baseball hunting eastern cottontail rabbits with beagles Enjoy Spaghetti w/ meatballs, green beans, garlic and the new Bullpen/Batting Cage. followed by a hunt on the grounds of Dead Creek toast, beverage and dessert. Advanced reservaPrivacy Toolkit” workshop in Wildlife Management Area. Free. Space is limited. “Internet tions required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity.

Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

MALT benefit bake in Middlebury. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 5-9 p.m., American Flatbread, 137 Maple St (Marbleworks). American Flatbread hosts a benefit for Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT).

For each flatbread purchased, a portion of the proceeds goes to MALT and their mission of working with our community to conserve natural and productive landscapes and to enhance scenic, recreational, and educational opportunities.

Middlebury Community Music Center Salon in Middlebury. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Middlebury Community Music Center, 6 Main St. Students from a variety of studios gather in MCMC’s salon to perform pieces they have been studying in their lessons. Light refreshments are provided and it’s free and open to the public.

Book club meeting in Bridport. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m., Bridport Highway Department Conference Room, Crown Point Road at Short St. “ Every Man Dies Alone” by Hans Fallada is the selected book. All interested readers welcome.

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STUDENTS FROM MIDDLEBURY Community Music School and other music studios will hold a salon every second Wednesday through May to play what they have learned in an informal and comfortable setting. The first Salon will be on Wednesday, Feb. 14, from 6:15-7:15 p.m. at the MCMC, 6 Main St. Middlebury Independent file photo/Trent Campbell

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, Feb. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo, tai chi, visiting, and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of pork vegetable stew, four bean salad, biscuits and pineapple tidbits. Bring your own place setting.

Free transportation may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-1946. Advanced reservations required. $5 suggested donation. Call Michelle at 802-3771419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

School Maker Faire in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 15, 4-7 p.m., Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave. A kick-off event in support of creating a maker space in Middlebury. Coinciding with the Career Center open house, this event will provide opportunity to showcase local makerism, create connections in the local maker web and gauge interest in having the resources of the Career Center available to the community after school. More info contact thexfactoryvt@gmail.com.

Hannaford Career Center open house in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb/ 15, 4-7 p.m., Main Campus, 51 Charles Ave. and North Campus, 372 Mainelli Rd. Come see what programs the Hannaford Career Center has to offer, browse the Maker Faire, and enjoy refreshments, prizes and more. More info at 802-382-1012.

“A Walk in their Shoes: Dementia Simulation” in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 15, 4-5 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Allow Certified Dementia Practitioners to take you through an experience to better create a positive environment for those with dementia. We will guide you through the challenges of compromised vision, hearing and dexterity, which all affect cognition.

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“Jewels of Ecuador” lecture in Middlebury.

Thursday, Feb. 15, 7-8 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Otter Creek Audubon’s Cabin Fever lecture series welcomes Hank Kaestner and his brother, Peter, who will review highlights of a birdviewing trip to Ecuador taken last April, where they saw almost 400 species of birds, including 45 different hummingbirds. Free.

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Elinor Steele Tapestry opening reception in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 16, 5-7 p.m., Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, 68 South Pleasant St. Vermont designer/ weaver Elinor Steele Friml will display examples representing forty years of dedication to the art of contemporary hand-woven tapestry. The exhibit will include works from several of her series, including abstract and impressionistic images, landscapes, and geometric compositions. More info at 802-3829222 or townhalltheater.org.

“Restoring The Balance: Environmental Personhood and the Rights of Nature” in Middlebury. Friday Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m., Unity Hall, the Congregational Church of Middlebury, 30 North Pleasant St. Explore two potentially transformative concepts: the personhood of the natural world, and the development of legal rights for nature. Explore how millennia-old beliefs of Native Americans could transform the consciousness of 21st century people and affect environmental law and policy. Free and open to all. Light refreshments provided. More info contact Marc Lapin 802-4433239, lapin@middlebury.edu or Carolyn Schmidt 802-623-8075, cschmidt@ecologia.org.

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Green Mountain Club Mt. Philo hike in Charlotte. Saturday, Feb. 17. An easy/ moderate two-mile hike with an elevation gain of 636 feet and breathtaking views of the Lake Champlain Valley and New York’s Adirondack Mountains. Wear appropriate clothing for hiking and bring water, a snack and hiking poles, if used. For more information contact Ralph Burt at 802-355-4415. For more activities visit gmcbreadloaf.org.

Winter wildlife tracking workshop in Middlebury.

Saturday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., meet at MALT office, 63 Maple Street, Suite 3B. Join MALT and wildlife tracker Sophie Mazowita for a day-long exploration of the winter woods through the eyes of deer, coyote, otter, fisher, foxes, and other winter residents. We’ll examine tracks in the snow, feeding and foraging sign, territorial marking, and more as we read the stories of our wild neighbors. Cost: $35 MALT members; $45 non-members. More info at tinyurl.com/ya3p27qu.

Indoor yard sale in Bristol. Saturday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., American Legion Hall, 56 Airport Dr. Find treasures at bargain prices and help raise money for trade school scholarships and equipment for area rescue squads. Everything from gently used tools to clothing and more. Homemade soups, chowders and chilis. Theme basket raffle.

All proceeds benefit the Brendon P. Cousino Med47 Foundation.

King Pede card party in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, Feb 17, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center, 3279 Route 7. The socializing begins at 6:30 with a sandwich supper and then on to an evening of fun and card games. All are welcome.

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All-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast in Addison. Sunday, Feb. 18, 7-11 a.m., Addison Fire Station, junction Routes 17 & 22A. To benefit of the Addison Volunteer Fire Department. Menu includes plain and blueberry pancakes, sausage, bacon, home fries, coffee, hot chocolate, and orange juice. Tickets $6 adults/$4 kids under 12. Funds will be used to purchase equipment. More info call 802-759-2237.

Green Mountain Club Young Adventurers Silver Lake hike in Goshen. Sunday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m.

The Young Adventurers Club is geared towards adventurers 4-8 but all are welcomed. Outings are tailored to individual participants. More info contact YAC Leader Lauren Bierman at 802-349-7498 or laurenbierman1218@gmail.com. For more activities visit gmcbreadloaf.org.

Champlain Valley Fiddlers in Middlebury. Sunday, Feb 18, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Jam session from 11 a.m.-noon followed by music and dancing. Refreshments available. All fiddlers welcome. Come and enjoy the fun and dancing. $3 donation.

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One word: chocolate

TIME AGAIN FOR New Haven’s Chocolate Delight night. Enjoy food and wine and help support the New Haven Community Library on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 7-9 p.m., at Lincoln Peak Vineyard, 142 River Rd. in New Haven. There will be many fabulous chocolate desserts to choose from. How can one resist?

Ensemble in mid-April. Open to all, high schoolers and adults, who love to sing. More info contact conductor Jeff Rehbach at rehbach@middlebury. edu or 802-989-7355.

Championship Round: Spencer Prize in Oratory in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. In honor of the late professor emeritus and former trustee John Spencer, Oratory Now will hold its first annual speech competition for first-year students. January elimination rounds culminate in this face-off among the final five contestants. Free.

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WEDNESDAY

Age Well senior luncheon in Middlebury. Wednesday, Feb. 21, 11 a.m., Middlebury Recreational Center, 154 Creek Rd. Live entertainment and a noontime meal of roast pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, broccoli salad, dinner roll, and birthday cake. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation.

Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

Chunhogarang performs in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Feb. 21, 4:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. This six man ensemble from Korea will feature beautiful traditional Korean Gayageum chamber music pieces with Yanggeum (lute), Jangu (drum), Danso (short flute) and other wind instruments, Saenhwang and Taepyongso.

Green Mountain Club Taylor Outdoor Adventure Series in Middlebury. Wednesday, Feb. 21, 7 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, 2 Duane Ct. This year’s Taylor Series Lecture will be “Walking the Coast to Coast Path”

by GMC members Deb Van Schaack & Nancy Custer Carroll. They will share images and stories of their fifteen-day, self-guided walk across northern England. Accessible parking at Middlebury Union High School. For more activities visit gmcbreadloaf.org.

Broadway show “Daddy Long Legs” in Middlebury. Wednesday, Feb. 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Come see this new musical about orphans, inheritance, family, charity, shame, resilience and personal growth. A family-friendly show. Tickets are $18 (plus $2 preservation fee) at townhalltheater.org, 802-382- 9222, at the THT box office, or at the door before show time.

TUESDAY

Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo, tai chi, visiting, and coffee hour. Meal served at noon, including beef steak, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, wheat bread, and apple cake. Bring your own place setting. Free transportation may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-1946. $5 suggested donation. Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

“The Far Traveler, Voyages of a Viking Woman” presentation in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 3:30 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Join author Nancy Marie Brown for this lecture on Gudrid the Far-Traveler, sister-in-law of the explorer Leif Eriksson, who tried to set up a colony on the shores of the Gulf of St. Lawrence around the year 1000. Free, open to the public and accessible to those with disabilities. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

The Dirt on Backyard Composting talk in Orwell.

Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m., Orwell Free Library, 473 Main St. A workshop from Addison County Solid Waste to cover the basics of backyard composting, including information on why food scraps should be diverted from the landfill, what compost is, how to set up and manage a pile, uses for finished compost, and troubleshooting tips.

Free.

Community Chorus in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 7-8:30 p.m., Mead Chapel. Join the and prepare music for its spring concerts in early May, as well as a special appearance with the Middlebury Wind

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22

THURSDAY

Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, Feb. 22, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo, tai chi, and coffee hour. SASH Health Awareness.

Program at 11:15 a.m. Meal served at noon. Enjoy BBQ pork over rice pilaf, broccoli florets, wheat bread, and applesauce. Bring your own place setting. Free transportation may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-1946. $5 suggested donation.

Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

Lynnette Combs performs in Middlebury.

Thursday, Feb. 22, 12:15-12:45 p.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. St. Stephen’s 7th Annual noonday recital series presents Combs, organist of Christ Church Montpelier, who will perform “800 Years of Organ Music in 30 Minutes.”

Free.

“Look and See” on screen in Ferrisburgh.

Thursday, Feb. 22, 7-8:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Offices, 3279 Route 7. Join the Ferrisburgh Conservation Commission and Shelburne Farms for a cinematic portrait by filmmaker Laura Dunn of the changing landscapes and shifting values of rural America in the era of industrial agriculture, as seen through the mind’s eye of writer, farmer, and activist, Wendell Berry. More info at lookandseefilm.com or cirillo.jec@gmail.com.

Broadway show “Daddy Long Legs” in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 22. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Come see this new musical about orphans, inheritance, family, charity, shame, resilience and personal growth. A family-friendly show. Tickets are $18 (plus $2 preservation fee) at townhalltheater.org, 802-382- 9222, at the THT box office, or at the door before showtime.

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FRIDAY

Age Well senior luncheon in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 23, 11:30 a.m., Rosie’s, 866 Route 7 South. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., meal served at noon. Tender pot roast with veggies, applesauce, biscuit, beverage, and gingerbread. Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

“Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” on screen in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 23, 3-5 p.m., Community Room. Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Middlebury Community Classic Film Club presents this timely Jimmy Stewart film. All are welcome. A discussion will follow the film.

Table of Grace community meal in Vergennes.

Friday, Feb. 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church, 30 S. Water St. Menu includes Lasagna, salad, bread and dessert. Free.

Broadway show “Daddy Long Legs” in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 23. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Come see this new musical about orphans, inheritance, family, charity, shame, resilience and personal growth. A familyfriendly show. Tickets are $18 (plus $2 preservation fee) at townhalltheater.org, 802-382- 9222, at the THT box office, or at the door before showtime.

L IV E M U S I C

Blue woman group

“JUBILEE” BY LINDA Hampton Smith is one of the paintings on display at Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St, Middlebury, through March 31. The works are by members of The Blue Swans, a group of Middlebury women painters that includes Klara Calitri, Linda Hampton Smith, Molly Hawley, Patty LeBon Herb, and Yinglei Zhang.

An opening reception for the show will be held at the Ilsley from 3:30-5 p.m.

Jukebox Time Machine with the Grift in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 10, 5-9 p.m., Notte.

Masefield Perkins Bolles in Bristol. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m., Hatch 31.

Paul Asbell in Brandon. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Alex Smith and Jacob Brillhart in Lincoln.

Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall.

Toast in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Notte.

Moose Crossing in Middlebury. Sunday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek.

Josh and Rose Tabor in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 16, 3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek.

The Grace Kelly Quartet in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

3 Ravens in Bristol. Saturday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m., The Walkover Gallery and Concert Room.

Paul Asbell in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Del Rue in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 17, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Notte.

Bob Recupero and Michael Corn in Middlebury.

Sunday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek.

Natasha Koval Paden in Middlebury. Sunday, Feb. 18, 4 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

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Gift helps Bristol secure Sheldon is looking for forest fire fighting gear WWI photos & letters

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS BRISTOL — The Bristol Fire Department is better equipped to fight forest fires, thanks in part to the Carter Insurance Agency in Bristol and one unusual source: Addison County drivers.

Safeco Insurance’s RightTrack Program offers discounts to customers who plug a small device into their vehicles to monitor driving habits for 90 days. The program can save drivers money on their premiums and reduce costs for insurance companies.

Eric Carter of Carter Insurance had great success with the RightTrack Program last year.

Addison County drivers led the state in program enrollment, which saved Carter’s agency 14 percent and earned them a SafeCo Award: $500 Carter could donate to any qualifying organization.

The Bristol Fire Department seemed like the logical choice, Carter said.

“I don’t know how many times I’ve seen the trucks roll in to respond to one thing or another,” Carter said.

The gift, combined with other donations, made possible the purchase of 10 forestry firefighting backpack pumps, replacing aging and worn-out equipment, Bristol Fire Chief Brett LaRose explained.

Refitting and updating the backpacks, which enable firefighters to take water with them on foot into terrain where trucks and other apparatus can’t go, was a priority for the department after using such backpack pumps to successfully douse blazes on Hogback Mountain and Hardscrabble Road last year.

The equipment arrived near the end of January.

“A UPS truck pulled up to the town office and unloaded this giant pile of boxes,” said Carter, whose agency is located across the street from Holley Hall.

When Chief LaRose arrived to pick them up, he happened to see Carter in the window of his offices on South Street. They both knew what was in those boxes.

From across the street Chief LaRose gave Carter a big thumbs up.

MIDDLEBURY — The Henry Sheldon Museum is seeking World War I histories, photos, letters, diaries, scrapbooks and souvenirs for and upcoming exhibit.

If you have WWI memorabilia related to a Middlebury or Addison County WWI veterans, military or civilian, man or woman, please email Sheldon Executive Director William Brooks at wbrooks@henrysheldonmuseum.org and outline what you have for him to review. Respond by Feb. 23.

The museum, located at 1 Park St. in downtown Middlebury will host an exhibit about the “Great War,” as it was sometimes called, from July 31 through Nov. 11. The latter date marks the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the war, thought then to be The War to End All Wars.

The exhibit will feature profiles of a selection of the men and women from Middlebury and Addison County who served in WWI either in the military or as civilians. The museum seeks names of these veterans, their histories, photos, letters,

In a Winter Wood The Visit

BRISTOL FIRE CHIEF Brett LaRose thanks Eric Carter of Carter Insurance for the contribution that helped the Bristol Fire Department purchase 10 specially fitted backpacks that enable first responders to carry water into the woods to fight fires.

Photo by Mark Bouvier

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diaries, scrapbooks, and souvenirs they brought back from Europe to potentially borrow for the exhibit.

A memorial plaque in Middlebury lists 141 area residents who served in WWI and the local Middlebury American Legion memorial honors three who died in WWI. The exhibit will include wartime letters between Jacob Johnson Ross, M.D., who served as the flight surgeon for the 17th Aero Squadron, and his Middlebury family. Also on display will be French and German war memorabilia Ross brought home to Vermont.

Museum staff aim to make this exhibit a fitting tribute to the local men and women, but also a timely reminder of the multiple, complex consequences of war.

The Henry Sheldon Museum, founded in 1882 as a museum, archeological and historical society, offers a diverse, in-depth look at the history and art of the Mid-Lake LETTERS AND MEMORABILIA from Middlebury physician Jacob Champlain region of Vermont. Johnson Ross, a World War I flight surgeon, will be featured in a World Museum hours are on its website: War I exhibit at the Sheldon Museum. If you have similar artifacts from WWI, the museum would like to hear about them.

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— Linda Shere

I think about you occasionally, at random, and realize with just a slight shift, there is a refrain.

I want to sit, leaning against the wall of your cabin in whatever sun January can offer.

The snow has made everything simple and stark. Wind passes through a copse of aspens, barely sketched against a very blue sky. The firs are dark, and you can hear them.

I’d arrive, trackless, in the snow, surprising you on your early waking.

We would sit together. I want to hear about clay, shape, and glazes; what you make with your hands.

I think how easy it is to love.

I would think too, how lonely it is up there in that small meadow.

No more than anywhere else really except there, you can’t pretend.

We’d sit like two pilgrims, soft and tired, the sun sliding across us till we fade into the cold shade.

(Linda Shere lives in Middlebury, having moved to Vermont nine years ago from New York City. She is an artist and poet, and was a poetry fellow at the Vermont Studio Center in Johnson. She has taught Art, Graphic Design and Storytelling in the Media at the Community College of Vermont.)

This haunting poem by Linda Shere us with yet another layer and perhaps its feels like a piece of music, like notes starkest image yet, that of “two pilgrims heard once and remembered in shades soft and tired” who “fade into the cold of feeling. It feels like a place I know shade.” not far from here in the And so we are mountains of Vermont, brought back into the but also like places I poem to consider more know on distant contideeply the speaker’s nents. The music comes journey and intentions. from the dark of the fir She has come seeking trees as much as the beauty, she has come wind. It comes from the seeking her companion, January snow. It comes and perhaps something from the refrain we are she hadn’t intended. We left to wonder about. are left to wonder about And this poem feels the “refrain” that was like a painting — of mentioned early on. someone moving This is a poem one can through the muted landread many times, with scape of a winter wood more riches to be found and meadow. It is a upon each reentry. carefully created scene But its music remains with each hue delibersteady. And it is, for

By Susan Jefts ately chosen. At times this reader at least, it is like a scene from an the music that lingers Ingmar Bergman film, longest, well after the set in a cabin in the wintery landscape poem has ended. of Scandinavia where little has been ————— said between characters, but much has Please send your well-crafted, wellhappened. In the poem, too, little has written poems! Poems of all styles are been said, but there are feelings of love encouraged, and ones written from and longing and the lingering complex- different cultural and ethnic perspectives ity of an old relationship, one that is are especially welcome. Please send being transformed amidst the winter them to Susan at sjefts7@gmail.com. landscape.

————— This poem also feels like a bit of a Susan Jefts is a poet and educator mystery with the speaker’s phantom- living in Cornwall, whose work has been like and trackless “arrival” onto the published in journals throughout the snowy scene, surprising her friend upon country. She is currently working on a waking. This invites us to wonder more book of poetry and running workshops about these two people, and this place that use poetry as a tool for exploring they are so intertwined with. And just life issues and directions. Her website is as we are settling in, the poem surprises www.manyriverslifeguidance.com.

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Budget (Continued from Page 1A) $16,244.50 per equalized pupil. A 1 percent increase would add almost $162.45 to that number.

“We believe this budget will build and improve the capacity of our faculty and staff, and maintain the support and education needed to improve outcomes for our students,” MAUSD board Chairwoman Dawn Griswold said of the budget.

Carrying over the same MAUSD personnel and programming to the 2018-2019 school year would have required $25,679,080 in education spending, according to district Superintendent Patrick Reen.

Holding to the board’s directive of a 1 percent bump in spending per equalized pupil meant chopping that $25,679,080 figure down by $932,801. To accomplish that kind of a reduction, MAUSD officials knew they’d have to cut some personnel.

“We can’t tweak our way to $1 million in savings,” Reen said.

So district leaders came up with a plan to cut 15.16 full-timeequivalent (FTE) staff positions, 11.9 FTE professional positions, and 30 percent of an administrative post. Included within that mix are 6 classroom teachers, a nurse, 8.6 FTE special education assistance, 3.16 custodial workers, 3 general education positions, and other personnel delivering services to five-town students in grades pre-K through 12.

But the budget also reflects 11 new hires, including 4 educational coaches, 3.2 FTE interventionists, 2.2 FTE special educators, a school psychologist and a 0.6 FTE coordinator.

The coach/interventionists, according to Reen, would

• 0.9 FTE of a professional position.

• 0.3 FTE administrator positions.

Reen believes the district might K-6 headcount 2018: 760 be able to make the staff cuts

2022: 707 without handing out any pink 7-12 headcount 2018: 661 slips as a result of retirements and

2022: 696 people moving to other jobs. And he said qualifying staff currently provide a “system of support” for serving in targeted positions will teachers within the classroom. be able to apply for the newly The coaches would also impart created coach/interventionist jobs. some “job-embedded professional Those applying for the educational development” that teachers have coaching positions will need a teaching license historically accessed and some teaching only sporadically experience. through off-site “It looks entirely education conferences. possible that we will Reen believes the have sufficient attrition new hires will help to cover most — and the district improve its possibly all — of the services to students, reductions,” he said. even as the education The proposed funding picture gets staffing cuts would cloudier. raise average class size “Taking the same in the MAUSD from approach with the current 16.87 to fewer resources and 18.4 in grades K-6, and expecting to get “It looks from 18.11 to 18.66 in improved results is entirely grades 7-12, according probably not a wise possible that statistics provided by way to go,” Reen said. we will have the district office.

“Knowing we are sufficient Looking at future going to have fewer enrollment trends in resources, we really attrition to the MAUSD, the K-6 needed to think about cover most — what we could do … and possibly all population is expected to drop by 53, from the to still find ways to — of the (staff) current 760 to 707, by improve outcomes for reductions.”

2022. The grades 7-12 students.”

When one takes — Superintendent population is projected Patrick Reen to increase by 35, from the 11 new hires into the current 661 to consideration, the 696, during that same proposed 2018-2019 MAUSD budget reflects a net reduction period. of 16.36 full-time-equivalent TAX RATE CHANGES If passed, the proposed MAUSD positions, including: budget would slightly lower • 15.16 FTE support staff.

Student population at Five-town schools

Selectboard

FUENTES-GEORGE at 75 Main St. There are a combined total of seven people running for three spots on the Ilsley Library board. Fuentes-George wants to become a library advocate through the selectboard.

“I very much think Ilsley is the heartbeat of the community, and it was the place where we first felt welcome after moving (to Middlebury),” Fuentes-George said. “I think we have to be sure the project is done well and that the library can continue

to be such a vital part of our town.”

If elected, Fuentes-George looks forward to not only representing the entire town, but also following in Shashok’s footsteps as an effective advocate for East Middleburyspecific issues. For example, sections of the Middlebury River are being sized up for fortification to stem future flooding in East Middlebury village. Fuentes-George wants to be a local liaison for that project and other matters specific to the neighborhood.

“We actually moved to Middlebury right around (Tropical Storm) Irene,” she recalled. “We got all these messages and emails from people who were worried about us … For a lot of people in East Middlebury, the river rises up to their back door.

That’s got to be stressful every single time.”

Fuentes-George said she’d like to hear her fellow residents’ priorities for the town going forward.

She knows some people can’t conveniently get to board meetings.

“There are real barriers that make it difficult for people and they often feel disconnected,” she said. “It’s important for everyone to feel like they’re heard and for the board to be conscious of making themselves accessible to everyone.”

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

facilities that will support learning and instruction.”

Speaking of facilities, MAUSD voters on March 6 will also cast ballots on a revised $29.5 million renovation plan for Mount Abraham Union High School. It will be school directors’ third attempt in three years to get taxpayers’ OK for major repairs to the 50-year-old building off Airport Road in Bristol.

The 30-year bond would add an estimated $69.10 in property taxes per $100,000 of assessed value, according to district officials.

District officials said they believe it wouldn’t make sense to put off repairs to the Mount Abe building.

Reen has noted an increase of just 0.5 percent in the bond bank interest rate would add another $2 million over the life of the loan. Architects have told district officials that construction costs typically increase at a rate of 4-5 percent each year.

Some residents have floated ideas for other approaches to renovation, though no solid proposals.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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(Continued from Page 1A) “With the current national political situation, we need to ensure that our local government is responsive to, and representative of, everyone in our community,” Fuentes-George declares of her candidacy in a letter to the editor in this edition of the Independent. “I would bring this resolve to my work on the board.”

Fuentes-George joins a threeperson race for two, three-year terms on the Middlebury selectboard.

Her competitors include incumbent Selectman Farhad Khan and former Selectman Gary Baker. As previously reported by the Independent, incumbent Selectwoman Susan Shashok has decided to step down from her post this March to devote more attention to her skin care products business, Caroline’s Dream.

The Fuentes-George family moved from Massachusetts to Middlebury around seven years ago. Kemi Fuentes-George teaches political science at Middlebury College.

Lindsey works full-time at one of the Counseling Service of Addison County’s Middlebury group homes for developmentally delayed adults.

Her resumé also includes work at a shelter for victims of domestic violence.

While Fuentes-George earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism (from Mount Holyoke College), she has always worked in the realm of human services.

She acknowledged the biggest issue before the selectboard right now is the impending replacement of the Main Street and Merchants Row rail bridges. Preliminary work on that $72 million project is scheduled to start this spring. The most disruptive construction is slated for the summer of 2020, when construction begins in earnest on a concrete tunnel that will supplant the two spans.

Fuentes-George believes the oftdelayed project — criticized by some for its scope and price tag — should proceed without further delay. The 1920s-era bridges on Main Street and Merchants Row had been deteriorating, and were replaced last summer with two temporary spans.

“We have to be forward thinking and think about the town in 25 years and what will serve us best,” FuentesGeorge said during a Monday interview at the Independent offices.

She’d like to investigate ways to help downtown businesses that will be affected by occasional construction disruption during the next two or three years.

“I’d hate to see any of (the downtown businesses) fold because of this project,” Fuentes-George said. “At the same time, it’s got to happen.”

She considers the Ilsley Public Library as a vital part of the Middlebury community, and hopes to further that organization’s efforts top renovate its historic headquarters

education property taxes in some of depending on any new tax laws/ the five towns in the district, while policies or revenue adjustments others would see a slight increase. that could come out of Montpelier The tax rates reflect an 8-cent this year: rebate the district received from the • Bristol — 1.2-cent increase, state as reward for consolidating its from $1.7566 to $1.7686. school governance under Act 46.

• Lincoln — 8.7-cent decrease, The rates also reflect the Common from the current $1.571 to $1.4836.

Level of Appraisal (CLA) impact • Monkton — 2.3-cent increase, in each community. from $1.5544 to The CLA is an “We can’t $1.5776. equalization ratio used tweak our way • New Haven — to adjust the assessed 5.9-cent increase, from value of property to $1 million in $1.5795 to $1.6391. within a municipality savings.”

• Starksboro — — Superintendent 1.6-cent to its estimated fair decrease, Patrick Reen from market value. Each the current municipality’s CLA $1.6177 to $1.601. is used to calculate Griswold believes its actual homestead and non- the budget is responsive to students residential education property tax and taxpayers, and deserves support rates. Taxpayers in communities on Town Meeting Day. with current property values that “It was important (to the board) deviate substantially from fair that this proposed budget would market (and that are consequently support improved educational due for a reappraisal) will be outcomes for students and least happy with their projected useresources wisely to build education tax rates. sustainable systems in our schools It should also be stressed that the and work to address issues of homestead education property tax equity,” she said. “This budget rates presented here could change maintains safe and efficient

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Teens take a benefit plunge into an icy Ripton pond RIPTON — On the last weekend of January the students of the North Branch School in Ripton held their 5th Annual Penguin Plunge, an event held to raise money for the school’s financial aid fund.

The students, all of whom are in 7th, 8th, and 9th grade, met in Ripton at the home of teachers Tal Birdsey and Rose McVay to brave the icy waters of a frozen pond at the edge of the woods. A hole had been sawed out of the 14 inch thick ice, a bonfire was blazing, and a small wood-fired sauna next to the pond was heated to up to 200 degrees.

“I’d been anticipating this moment since I started at North Branch,” said Declan Anderson, a seventh grader from Orwell. “I was nervous because I had never jumped into water that cold,” said Sam Crawford, a seventh grader from Ferrisburgh. “But I was also excited.”

All the students prepared by getting pledges in support of going under. “And they have to go all the way under,” explained Tal Birdsey, head teacher at the school.

“Symbolically, they are going ‘all in’ to support each other and raise money together. Ninety-nine and a half won’t do. We always want 100 percent passion and participation.”

Some students elected to go in more than once, motivated by pledges based on the number of times they plunged. Several students went in more than 20 times. Lena Sandler, a ninth grader from Cornwall, went in ten times in 2017. “I wanted to break my record this year and that also means we will raise more money for

PHOEBE HUSSEY, A 9th grader from Ripton, emerges from frigid waters after taking the Penguin Plunge to help raise money for the North Branch School’s scholarship fund.

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the school.”

“After my head surfaced it was difficult to breathe for about ten seconds,” said Anderson of Orwell.

“But once I made it into the 200 degree sauna, it felt like it never happened.

Other friends went in twenty or more times!!! How?!?!”

Though it may seem dangerous, no injuries occurred. “We have a doctor

IRIS WYATT, 7TH GRADER FROM LINCOLN

here, just in case,” said Birdsey. “The worst pain anyone feels is running from the sauna to the pond in bare feet.” The plungers crowded into the sauna, trying to warm up their innercores. Then, when properly warm, they sprinted from sauna, ran up the hill and waded into the icy, black waters to the applause of classmates and parents.

Numerous dogs frolicked on the frozen pond, and one of the dogs tried to jump in, too. “The best part about the Plunge is it’s a way for the whole school to get together. The kids get a little cold, but they are so excited that they forget the cold,” said Birdsey.

“Sometimes we have to make them stop going in. But on Monday they’ll have something fun to talk about.”

ETHAN THOMPSON, 8TH GRADER FROM LINCOLN/BRISTOL

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CONSERVATIONIST RICK KERSCHNER of Ferrisburgh applies a gloss finish to an old child’s boat that he and Don Dewees are conserving for the Rokeby Museum.

Independent photos/Trent Campbell

ROKEBY MUSEUM DIRECTOR Catherine Brooks, left, furniture maker and boatbuilder Don Dewees and conservationist Rick Kerschner stand with a child’s boat that was found in a museum outbuilding and is now being conserved and readied for exhibition.

Rokeby (Continued from Page 1A) Don in boats and working with wood, they proposed they conserve the piece.”

Dewees and Kerschner, next to the Lucy on a table in Dewees’ Stage Road workshop, explained their attraction to the tiny boat. They talked about

both the quality of its workmanship and the puzzle it posed.

“I was captured really by the refinement of the design on the back and painted surfaces, which I really enjoy, and knew the colored surfaces could be saturated and look better,” Kerschner said. “It’s a sophisticated

THE BOAT’S STERN displays the names “Lucy” and “Newport,” assumed to be its original home port in Rhode Island.

little boat, and we were curious about the story of where it might have come from.”

Dewees said during his tenure at the maritime museum his affection for wooden boats had translated to his organization of LCMM wooden boat exhibits.

“First of all I like wooden boats,” Dewees said. “So here this is, and there is an obvious mystery connected to it. What is it? It’s so small. Is it a real boat? Is it a maker’s model? Is it a gift to someone in the family? Was it actually used? I’ve gotten some insight as we’ve worked on it.”

PIECES OF THE PUZZLE The ultimate goal of the project, Brooks said, is to display a “stabilized” boat — with removable additions built by Dewees based on his and Kerschner’s observations — either in the Rokeby’s new building or in the former Robinson home.

Those additions include, surprisingly for a boat its size, a mast, rear seat, and rudder with a tiller, which is used to navigate a sailboat.

They also determined it was a rowboat, with pairs of vertical “thole pins” serving as oarlocks.

When describing the detective work that went into recreating the boat as originally used, Dewees for example pointed to the boat’s gunnels, or topside rails, almost exactly in the middle, where oars might have been used. Telltale signs of wear were evident between two holes a little smaller than a half-inch wide, about three inches apart.

“The pins were missing, but they used thole pins instead of metal oarlocks, apparently. They’re gone, but the obvious wear is there,” he said. “And there were other places we started looking where there was wear. And there were changes made to the boat, so we started teasing out a little bit of the history, as far as we can tell we think we know the history.

We don’t know the bigger story, but that we’re hoping we can discover something about, too.”

As well as signs of wear, holes, metal rings and inconsistencies in

RICK KERSCHNER, RIGHT, looks on as Don Dewees installs a new mast into the child’s boat they are conserving for the Rokeby Museum.

construction gave clues that there was almost certainly a rear seat, tiller and rudder, and mast.

“This was where the kid in us really started coming out. What can we figure out about this?” Dewees said.

“What was it like before? What’s missing here? So we started making parts and pieces.”

Dewees pointed out the impressions of seats, mast braces, and then rings almost certainly used for a rope to secure a sail and to hold the rudder in place. And one-by-one he brought out the perfectly fitted — and removable — pieces he made to complete what he and Kerschner believe was the original boat.

“So now it’s become the boat it was, I think, in that it has most of what it needs to be a sailing dinghy,” he said.

They and Brooks believe this same process would be fascinating for museum visitors.

“Wouldn’t this be a great exercise for kids coming to the museum, to take them through this exercise, this bit of detective work?” Dewees said.

Brooks called the Lucy “a great complement” to Rokeby’s written records, historic home and Underground Railroad display.

“It will be on exhibit this summer, definitely,” Brooks said. “It will be something we can use with schoolchildren, adults, all ages.

People can relate to boats. There’s an emotional pull. You can imagine yourself (using it). It’s perfect as far as artifacts go.”

‘STABILIZATION’ What they aren’t doing is building a new boat, Kerschner said.

“That’s the difference between restoration and stabilization. In restoration essentially you want to make it look like new, and if you make it look like new you might as well just build a new one,” Kerschner said. “We really wanted to show the history of the piece, and even the history of the deterioration.

But we wanted to make it so when people come upon it, in a gallery or wherever, the first thing that draws your attention is not the damage.”

Dewees said it’s OK if a closer look reveals some of the damage that remains under the synthetic varnish Kerschner is applying to preserve

powdery paint and enhance its oncebright colors.

“We only brought it to the point where it’s in one piece and it’s holding together and you recognize it as a boat and it’s not simply a wreck,” said Dewees, who has put about 40 volunteer hours into the effort.

“This is the piece speaking for itself, which is a nice interpretation for a museum program,” Kerschner said.

They agree after inspecting the Lucy, thinking about its size, and seeing how much wear it received that it was a boat valued by a child.

And all said viewers would be able to see the craftsmanship that went into building the boat sometime in the latter half of the 19th century.

“As I looked at the paint on the back I thought a lot of effort went into it. It was apparently built by a professional boat builder,” Kerschner said.

Dewees said he made his guess on its age by examining the style of the nail, and made another guess on its cargo capacity based on its size.

“I don’t think it’s any problem with a 50-pound kid,” Dewees said.

The boat’s stern reads “Newport,” as well as “Lucy.” Brooks said the Robinsons moved to Vermont from Newport, R.I., and that Lucy is a family name. She has not been able to trace the boat further, however, but based on that evidence believes it was a Robinson heirloom.

“We have not found anything in the family letters that refer to it, but one of the Robinsons had a sister named Lucy,” Brooks said. “And the Robinsons kept everything, so it would not have been there if it had not had to do with them.”

She hopes for a volunteer to check out the Rhode Island end of Lucy’s history.

“Looking into boat building companies in Newport of the period, that’s going to help a lot,” Brooks said.

Regardless of the colorful boat’s exact history, Brooks, Dewees and Kerschner agree on a larger issue.

“It’s a beautiful little boat. It’s well made. And someone would have been very proud of it,” Kerschner said.

As he and Dewees puttered around the Lucy another point of agreement came up.

“We just really enjoy this,” Kerschner said.

DON DEWEES INSTALLS a new rudder to the stern of an old child’s boat he and Rick Kercshner, right, are conserving in Dewees’ Ferrisburgh shop. The boat was found in a state of disrepair at the Rokeby Museum and will be returned there for display later this year.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2018

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Girls’ and boys’ hoop teams net victories

Eagles were the smarter team on Super Sunday The first thing that needs be said about Sunday’s Super Bowl is congratulations to the Philadelphia Eagles and their fans.

As a former long-suffering Boston sports fan I know how those folks in Philly feel to see the end of a long drought: Iggles supporters, please enjoy the moment.

Second, the Eagles deserved to win what was an entertaining game. Usually the Patriots prevail, and deserve to do so, because they are the smarter, better-prepared team that makes fewer mistakes and better decisions.

On Sunday the Eagles were the team that fit that description, from start to finish: • They scored on eight of 10 possessions, and it would have been nine of 10 if not for a fluky interception.

• T h e y made the correct percentage decisions to gamble on fourth down twice, and executed properly both times.

• Their game plan kept the Patriot defense guessing all game long (not that that appeared to be much of a challenge) and played to their quarterback’s strengths.

• They did not get conservative with the lead, a fatal mistake made by too many Patriots’ victims over the years.

• They made a clutch play at the end to seal the victory, much like their opponents had in recent Super Bowls.

Meanwhile, the Patriots made too many mistakes: • They left points on the field on their first two drives, settling for a field goal on the first after some questionable play-calling and poor execution, and botching a chipshot field goal on the second after they, unlike the Eagles, did not go for it on fourth-and-short. Those mistakes would come back to haunt them later in the game.

• They missed tackles consistently, including on third(See Kirkaldy, Page 3B)

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

MUHS girls outlast host Commodores

Improving Tigers avenge earlier loss

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — One of the three wins earned by a young Vergennes Union High School girls’ basketball team this winter came back on Jan. 10, when the Commodores erased host Middlebury’s eight-point fourth-quarter lead to stun the Tigers, 34-31.

That game represented a low-water mark for the Tigers, who dropped to 0-6, and a high-water mark for the Commodores, who improved to 3-3.

Entering Tuesday’s rematch at VUHS the Tigers had won five of

six, while the Commodores had failed to win again.

That trend continued on Tuesday, thanks to a much different look from the 6-7 Tigers. In their earlier loss senior standout Keagan Dunbar had scored all but four of their 31 points.

This time around Dunbar played well again, but scored fewer than half her team’s points: she finished with 26 points, 16 rebounds and eight assists.

One of the other Tiger contributors on Tuesday was senior Shannon Sunderland, who served notice early that this time around would be

HARTFORD, Conn. — The Middlebury College men’s hockey team dropped a pair of NESCAC games on the road this past weekend. The Panthers (4-14-2 overall, 2-10-2 NESCAC) faces a home-and-home series with Williams this weekend, including hosting the Ephs on Saturday at 7 p.m.

On this past Saturday, Trinity at 15-3-2, 12-1-1 NESCAC, the No. 5 team in NCAA Division III, blanked

the Panthers, 3-0. Trinity goalie Alex Morin stopped 24 shots, including several in a late-game Panther flurry, one a glove save on Eric Jeremiah.

Panther goalie Stephen Klein stopped 35 of the 37 shots he faced before the Bantams added an empty-netter. Michael Grande made it 1-0 in the second period and Ryan Pfeffer added a goal in the third before Trinity’s clinching empty-net strike.

BRISTOL — The Mount Abraham girls’ and Otter Valley boys’ and girls’ teams all won in high school basketball play earlier this week.

Postponements struck on Wednesday. The Eagle boys’ game at Vergennes was moved to Thursday at 7:30 p.m., and the Middlebury boys’ game at St. Albans game was also called off due to the countywide snow day. No make-up date was immediately announced for that contest.

Also the Vergennes girls hosted Middlebury on Tuesday evening; see story on Page 1B. EAGLE GIRLS The Eagle girls trimmed visiting Missisquoi, 45-25, on Tuesday after taking a 23-10 halftime lead.

Mount Abe improved to 1 0 - 4 with its s i x t h BASKETBALL win in seven outings and held onto fourth place in Division II. Forwards Emma Carter (22 points) and Emma Radler (nine) topped the Eagle scoring table, and guards Emma LaRose and Abby Mansfield teamed up for nine steals.

The Eagles are scheduled to host MUHS on Thursday and VUHS on Friday.

OV BOYS The Otter boys moved back over .500 on Tuesday by topping winless Springfield, 69-55, in Brandon. Three Otters reached double figures as the Otters improved to 7-6: Josh Letourneau scored 17, Dylan Mackie had 16, and Jack Adams had 11. The Otters host D-II’s first place team, Mount St. Joseph, on Friday.

OV GIRLS The OV girls on Monday pulled away in the fourth quarter to post a 52-39 victory over host Proctor. The game was tied at the half, 20-20, and OV led by 31-29 entering the fourth, when two hoops inside from Livia Bernhardt (10 points) and one from Alia Edmunds (13) helped pushed the lead to eight. Three free throws from Gabby Poalino (14) shortly afterwards made it 45-36 and OV rolled from there to improve to 4-9. Maddie Flanders scored 14 for Proctor (9-5).

Wrap-Up

VERGENNES UNION HIGH School junior Emily Gosliga drives to the basket and puts in two of her five points against Middlebury Tuesday night.

TIGER JUNIOR TAYLOR Sylvester puts up a jumper against Vergennes Tuesday night. Middlebury won the game, 53-38.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

different: she scored seven of her nine points in the first six minutes and chipped in three assists and two steals.

Sunderland said that since that first Vergennes loss all the Tigers have grown in confidence, both in themselves and each other.

“Vergennes, we did have a rough game. No one’s shots were falling. But we definitely did come together,” she said. “That’s what I’ve

been saying. Our whole team, from previous games and on, we look so much better. Everybody’s been contributing.”

The facts bear her out. Not only have the Tigers now won six of seven, but they have also avenged two other losses in the process, to Milton and Missisquoi. Coach Jen Heath said they have improved on (See Basketball, Page 2B)

On Friday Wesleyan (11-5-4, 7-43) defeated the Panthers, 3-1, taking a 2-0 lead in a second period in which the Cardinals outshot the Panthers, 21-1.

The Cardinals’ Sean Ross made it 2-1 on a 4-on-3 power play at 10:12 of the second period. Wesleyan’s Matthew Zandi made it 2-0 four minutes later with the teams skating 4-on-4.

Middlebury’s Brett Dineen made

it 2-1 with eight minutes gone in the third. His first Panther goal was assisted by Kamil Tkaczuk, who won a battle for the puck along the end boards and centered to Dineen for a wrister. Four minutes later Cardinal Jordan Jancze made it 3-1.

Klein made 33 saves for the Panthers in 52:37, while Brian Ketchabaw stopped all four shots he faced in 3:31. Tim Sestak made 16 saves for the Cardinals.

ScoreBOARD Men’s hockey team drops contests on the road HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Hockey 2/7 MUHS at Beekmantown.........Postponed Boys’ Hockey 2/7 MUHS at Rutland....................Postponed Girls’ Basketball 2/5 OV vs. Proctor................................52-39 2/6 Mt. Abe vs. Missisquoi....................45-25 2/6 MUHS vs. VUHS............................53-38 Boys’ Basketball 2/5 VUHS at Fairfax........................Canceled 2/6 OV vs. Springfield...........................69-55 2/7 Mt. Abe at VUHS................... Ppd. to 2/8 2/7 MUHS at St. Albans................Postponed COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Hockey 2/6 Midd. vs. Norwich...............................2-2 Men’s Basketball 2/6 Midd. vs. SUNY-Canton..................79-57

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Schedule

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Hockey 2/9 Colch/Burlington at MUHS.............. 5 PM 2/14 Rutland at MUHS.......................... 5 PM 2/17 MUHS at Northfield.................11:30 AM Boys’ Hockey 2/9 Burr & Burton at MUHS.................. 7 PM 2/14 Rice at MUHS............................... 7 PM 2/17 MUHS at CVU....................... 12:45 PM Girls’ Basketball 2/8 MUHS at Mt. Abe............................ 7 PM 2/8 OV at Hartford................................ 7 PM 2/9 VUHS at Mt. Abe............................ 7 PM 2/10 MUHS at North Country................ 2 PM 2/10 OV at Brattleboro.......................... 6 PM 2/12 VUHS at Milton............................. 7 PM 2/12 Mill River at OV............................. 7 PM 2/14 Colchester at VUHS..................... 7 PM 2/14 Mt. Abe at MUHS.......................... 7 PM 2/15 OV at Windsor.............................. 7 PM 2/17 Mt. Mansfield at Mt. Abe........ 12:30 PM 2/17 MUHS at Colchester.............. 12:30 PM Boys’ Basketball 2/8 Mt. Abe at VUHS....................... 7:30 PM 2/9 MSJ at OV...................................... 7 PM 2/9 Enosburg at MUHS......................... 7 PM 2/10 Missisquoi at Mt. Abe.................... 7 PM 2/12 OV at VUHS................................. 7 PM 2/13 Milton at VUHS............................. 7 PM 2/13 MUHS at Missisquoi..................... 7 PM 2/13 Mt. Abe at St. Albans............... 7:30 PM 2/14 Fair Haven at OV.......................... 7 PM

(See Schedule, Page 2B)

160-POUND EAGLE Matt Cota pins Gage Coe of Lake Region in 57 seconds to secure a third-place finish in Mount Mansfield’s Jason Lowell tournament Saturday.

Photo courtesy of Nick Mayer

Mt. Abe second at MMU; Tigers’ Davio wins No. 100

By ANDY KIRKALDY JERICHO — Local wrestlers made an impact at Mount Mansfield Union High School’s annual Jason Lowell Memorial Tournament on Saturday, when Middlebury wrestler Dustin Davio earned his 100th career win and two Mount Abraham wrestlers, senior Ben Murray and junior Roman Mayer, won their

weight classes to help the Eagles finish second as a team.

Two more wrestlers, Otter Valley’s Josh Beayon and Mount Abe’s Kevin Pearsall, joined Davio in finishing second in their weight classes.

Eagle wrestlers Gary Conant and Matt Cota put in third-place efforts as Mount Abe trailed only Peru, N.Y., in the standings, with Beekmantown,

MOUNT ABE FRESHMAN Nate Lavoie pins Vergennes Union High School opponent Barrett Barrows at the Jason Lowell tournament in Jericho on Saturday. Lavoie claimed fourth place in the 152-pound class.

Photo courtesy of Nick Mayer

N.Y., taking third among 16 schools competing.

Mount Abe Coach Nick Mayer said the Eagles have been competitive all season, with only one dual-meet loss, that to Essex. Mount

Abe, MUHS and Vergennes will all compete this Saturday at the NVAC meet in Essex, while OV will head to Fair Haven for the Marble Valley League title meet. The Otters will host the state championship meet on

Feb. 23 and 24.

Davio, wrestling at 132 pounds, earned his 100th win in the semifinal round on Saturday by defeating a Peru wrestler.

(See Wrestling, Page 2B)

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Men’s hoop wins three games

Basketball (Continued from Page 1B) both ends of the court.

“We’ve been really concentrating on our defense, and I think our offense has fed from our defense.

I think the girls are feeling more confident in themselves and in what we’re doing and believing, which is what we need,” Heath said.

Vergennes Coach Billy Waller said the Commodores have been frustrated at times, but also said a team with no senior starters has remained positive.

“I don’t have a fault with a single one of these kids,” Waller said. “You can’t ask for a nicer group that cares as much about their team.”

The Commodores were hit hard this winter by injuries to its ballhandlers. Sophomore Emily Rooney remains out for the season, but VUHS got good news when junior Ciara McClay returned late in January after also missing the entire soccer season due to injury.

Tuesday was McClay’s first game without a minutes restriction, and she helped the team’s ball movement and defense.

With virtually all the key players back next year and valuable experience gained this winter, Waller said he and the Commodores believe in the team’s future.

“I think there’s going to be a brighter day for us. It’s just going to be difficult this year,” he said.

McClay also hit an early three to help offset five quick points from Sunderland as the teams were tied at 5-5 midway through the first period. Then the Tigers took the lead for good with a 10-0 run consisting of a Dunbar move in the lane, a Sunderland jumper, and two straight Dunbar threes from the top of the key, after which Waller called for time at 1:06.

After the timeout McClay hit

COMMODORE BRIANNA VANDER Wey and Tiger Taylor Sylvester battle for a rebound Tuesday night in Vergennes.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Panthers move to No. 5 in rankings

MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College men’s basketball team won a pair of NESCAC home games this past weekend before hitting the road on Tuesday to earn a victory, the Panthers’ 11th straight.

The Panthers (19-3, 7-1 NESCAC) this weekend play at Hamilton (19-2, 6-2) and Amherst (14-7, 5-3) as their regular season wraps up. A Middlebury win at Hamilton will clinch first place and home court advantage for the NESCAC playoffs regardless of Saturday’s result. The Panthers are now ranked No. 5 in NCAA Division III. On this past Saturday senior Jack Daly became the program’s all-time assists leader in the Panthers’ 7556 win over visiting Colby (10-12, 1-7). Middlebury emerged from a back-and-forth first half with a 3533 lead, and then dropped a 32-6 run on the Mules in the first 11:41 of the second half to win handily. The Panthers forced seven turnovers

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School senior Keagan Dunbar scored 26 points against Vergennes Tuesday night. The Tigers won the game, 5338.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Morgan Lynk on the break and Lynk sank a jumper to make it 15-9, and Dunbar capped the quarter with another drive in the lane to make it 17-9.

MUHS stretched the lead to 2716 at the half as junior forward Ashley Sunderland (12 points, four rebounds) scored twice on Dunbar assists, Dunbar added four points, and Phoebe Smith contributed a putback. VUHS got a three from Lynk, who scored a team-high 10, Emily Gosliga converted a steal, and Sophie Hatch (six points) hit the offensive glass for a hoop.

But VUHS also missed a number of easy second-chance opportunities in the period, when the Commodores grabbed 14 rebounds, many on the offensive end. “Missing all of those layups early, those have been haunting us all season,” Waller said.

In the third period the Tigers stretched the lead to 39-22 at 2:35 as Ashley Sunderland scored six points, Taylor Sylvester scored on the break and set up two of those Sunderland hoops, and Dunbar scored in transition and assisted a Carly Larocque lay-in. VUHS center Brianna Vanderway scored four of her six points in that stretch.

Then the Commodores hit MUHS with a 12-2 run that spanned the next five minutes, cut the lead to seven, and led Heath to call for time at 5:29 of the fourth. While only Dunbar scored for MUHS, five Commodores found the range: Gosliga and Lynk nailed threes, Vanderway laid in an offensive board, Megan Tarte hit a layup from Lynk, and Emma Bryant sank two free throws.

“I liked the fact we competed in the second half. Girls were going after rebounds,” Waller said. “It was

COMMODORE JUNIOR EMMA Bryant reaches for a rebound during Tuesday night’s game against Middlebury.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

nice to see the ball go through the net.”

Dunbar drove to break the spell, but a strong post move from VUHS freshman Kate Gosliga made it 4336 at 4:45. But MUHS took charge: Dunbar assisted hoops by both Sunderlands before sinking three free throws and a three-pointer in the final minute.

“I thought our team did a great job of keeping our composure and doing what we needed to do,” Heath said.

“Vergennes made a great run at us, but I still felt like we had control.”

Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at andyk@addisonindependent.com.

Schedule (Continued from Page 1B)

2/16 OV at Mill River............................. 7 PM 2/16 VUHS at Missisquoi...................... 7 PM 2/16 MUHS at Mt. Abe.......................... 7 PM 2/17 MUHS at Colchester................ 3:45 PM Wrestling 2/8 Mt. Abe et al at VUHS................ 6:30 PM 2/10............................. NVAC Meet at Essex 2/10..............OV at MVL Meet at Fair Haven Gymnastics 2/17.......State Championship Meet in Essex Indoor Track

2/9.......... State Championship Meet at UVM COLLEGE SPORTS Men’s Hockey 2/9 Midd. at Williams............................ 7 PM 2/10 Williams at Midd........................... 7 PM 2/17 Hamilton at Midd........................... 4 PM 2/18 Amherst at Midd............................ 4 PM Women’s Hockey 2/9 Midd. at Colby................................. 7 PM 2/10 Midd. at Colby............................... 3 PM 2/16 Midd. at Williams.......................... 7 PM 2/17 Williams at Midd........................... 7 PM

Women’s Basketball 2/9 Hamilton at Midd............................. 7 PM 2/10 Amherst at Midd............................ 3 PM 2/11 ...............NESCAC Pairings Announced Men’s Basketball 2/9 Midd. at Hamilton............................ 7 PM 2/10 Midd. at Amherst........................... 3 PM 2/11 ...............NESCAC Pairings Announced Late events occurred after deadline. Spectators are advised to consult school websites for the latest schedule updates.

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during that stretch.

Daly finished with 14 points and eight assists, breaking his own single-season record set a year ago (183) with 184. His 558 career helpers surpass 2013 graduate Jake Wolfin’s total of 553 from 2010-2013.

Daly leads the NCAA D-III with 8.8 assists per game.

Matt Folger added 10 for Middlebury, while Adisa Majors scored nine with seven rebounds. Jack Farrell added eight points, and Nick Tarantino contributed seven points and seven rebounds.

Sam Jefferson led Colby with 13 points.

On Friday the Panthers needed a 15-foot jumper by Majors with five seconds remaining to turn back Bowdoin, 72-70. The Polar Bears finished the weekend at 14-8, 3-6 NESCAC. Bowdoin led at the break, 39-38, and stretched their lead to 49-43 early in the second half. Middlebury went up by 52-51 with 9:50 to go, and the teams traded the lead the rest of the way.

Back-to-back three-pointers from

Daly and Hilal Dahleh gave the Panthers a 70-67 edge with 2:48 to go. A three from Polar Bear Jack Simonds made it 70-70 with 1:52 remaining.

Middlebury then grabbed three offensive rebounds until Majors’ winning jumper. The Polar Bears had a look at a go-ahead three, but it came up just short.

Folger led the Panthers with 12 points and six rebounds, while Daly recorded nine points, 12 boards and nine assists. Dahleh chipped in 11 points, while Majors scored 10 and grabbed seven rebounds.

Simonds (18 points), Liam Farley (17) and David Reynolds (16) led Bowdoin.

On Tuesday, the Panthers took a 27-6 lead on the way to a 79-57 win at SUNY Canton (7-15). Folger paced the Panthers with 16 points to go along with nine rebounds, while Daly recorded 11 points, nine rebounds and nine assists. Majors added 13 points on six-for-seven shooting, and Tarantino chipped in five points, eight rebounds and three blocked shots.

Women’s basketball splits road games WATERVILLE, Maine — The Middlebury College women’s basketball team split two NESCAC road games this past weekend and stands at 16-6 overall and 5-3 in league play.

The Panthers’ regular season wraps up this weekend with home games on Friday at 7 p.m. vs. Hamilton (14-8, 2-6) and Amherst (220, 8-0) at 3 p.m. on Saturday. A win in either game will clinch fourth place and a home NESCAC playoff quarterfinal for the Panthers for the second time in two years.

On this past Saturday Middlebury picked up a key victory by rallying past host Colby, 55-48.

The Panthers held Colby (9-12, 3-5) scoreless for the final 4:38 to erase a 48-43 Mule lead.

Colby used a big second quarter to lead at the half, 30-23, and still led by 40-37 after three periods. A

three-pointer by Mule Katie McCrum (18 points) made it 48-43 before the Panthers put the clamps on Colby, which missed five straight shots and turned the ball over three times the rest of the way.

A Sabrina Weeks three started the game-ending 12-0 run, one in which four Panthers scored. Middlebury made four straight free throws in the final 22 seconds to secure the win.

Weeks and Maya Davis each scored 13 to pace the Panthers, while Betsy Knox added nine. Alex Huffman pulled down a game-high 12 rebounds, Weeks grabbed eight, and Colleen Caveney dished out five assists.

On Friday host Bowdoin (21-1, 6-1) pulled away from a 49-43 lead after three quarters to defeat Middlebury, 70-52. Middlebury briefly led the Polar Bears, No. 3 in NCAA

Division III, 23-20 in the second quarter on a Caveney three-pointer, but Bowdoin led at the half, 30-29.

A Kira Waldman three again put Middlebury on top to open the second half, but Bowdoin took charge with a 13-2 run. The Polar Bears also opened the fourth quarter with a 12-3 surge to nail down the victory.

Huffman, Caveney and Davis each finished with 10 points for the Panthers, while Davis and Knox pulled down five rebounds apiece.

Catherine Harrison chipped in with six points and five boards off the bench, while Weeks added five points and five rebounds.

Sam Roy scored 13 points for Bowdoin, while Abby Kelly added 12 and Kate Kerrigan had five points, 12 rebounds, four steals and four assists.

according to Coach Mayer recently broke the Mount Abe school record by improving his career record to 143-57. The previous record holder was Shawn Kimball, who finished with 132 wins in 2007, Mayer said.

Murray’s tournament title was his fifth of the winter.

Beayon finished second at 170 pounds to MMU’s Colby Giroux, who the coaches named the tournament’s outstanding wrestler.

Pearsall took second place at 195, losing by 11-10 to Beekmantown’s Jaden Maldonado. Coach Mayer said Pearsall has placed either first or second in six tournaments this

winter, with a 33-7 record. Like Mayer, Pearsall also earned his 100th win earlier this season.

Also for Mount Abe, Conant earned third at 138 pounds, defeating Justin Jackson of MUHS and OV’s Daniel Whitney along the way. Whitney took fourth in the weight class for OV. Eagle junior Matt Cota took third at 160, pinning Gage Coe of Lake Region 57 seconds into the consolation final.

At 152, Eagle freshman Nate Lavoie took fourth, improving to 20-8.

Wrestling (Continued from Page 1B) He then met Roman Mayer, the top-ranked Vermont wrestler at 132, in the final. Mayer prevailed in what Coach Mayer described as another in a series of four tough, grueling matches this winter between the two — all won by the Eagle, but not easily.

“Every match has been edge-ofyour seat,” Coach Mayer said.

Roman Mayer moved his record this season to 34-3 and in his career to 128-23.

Murray won the 126-pound title over Jack Hayea of Peru in the final, 7-0. He improved to 36-2, and

Addison Independent, Thursday, February 8, 2018 — PAGE 3B

Nordic girls ski to fourth place HUNTINGTON — The Middlebury Union High School girls’ Nordic ski team on Saturday finished fourth among eight teams at a meet hosted by the Sleepy Hollow Nordic Center, with seniors Caroline Kimble and Katherine Koehler taking fifth and sixth, respectively.

U-32 and Champlain Valley tied for first place with 43 points, followed by Colchester (58) and the Tigers (71) in an eight-team field.

Kimble covered the 5K course in 17:43, with Koehler, who pulled away from an MMU skier in the last lap, right behind in 17:52. Also scoring for MUHS were Audrey Huston (25th in 19:46) and Isabel Olson (35th in 20:33). Maisie Newbury also competed and was 39th in 20:59.

Only three Tiger boys competed in the varsity race, not enough to score as a team. Owen Palcsik took 12th in 16:12, Will Carpenter was 15th in 16:18, and Gabe Cason finished 38th in 17:11.

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MUHS SENIOR KATHERINE Koehler, left, battles MMU’s Ella King in a 5K race at Sleepy Hollow on Saturday. Koehler pulled away to beat King and secure sixth place overall.

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Women’s hockey sweeps Cardinals, ties Norwich

MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College women’s hockey team coasted to a pair of home NESCAC wins this past weekend before hitting on the road on Tuesday to tie Norwich, the No. 1 team in NCAA Division III. At 14-4-2 and 10-1-1 in NESCAC play, the Panthers are ranked No. 4 in NCAA D-III and remain in first place in the league, a half-game ahead of No. 7 Connecticut (9-1-2 NESCAC).

The Panthers visit league rival Colby for two games this weekend.

On this past weekend the Panthers swept visiting Wesleyan, 4-0 on Saturday and 3-0 on Sunday. The Cardinals dropped to 5-11-4, 1-7-4 NESCAC. On Saturday the Panthers scored on all three of their power plays and outshot the Cardinals by 47-11. They took the lead in the first on a Jessica Young power-play goal assisted by Jenna Marotta, and then scored twice in the second. Sydney Portner lifted a loose puck in the slot home at 8:25,

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and at 13:08 Anna Zumwinkle’s shot from the left point made it 3-0.

Elizabeth Wulf capped the scoring with 1:19 left in the game by blasting home a Meghan Keating rebound from the left circle.

Middlebury goalie Anna Goldstein made 11 saves for her second shutout and the Panthers’ ninth of the season, while Allegra Grant stopped 43 shots for Wesleyan.

On Friday goalie Julia Neuberger worked a 15-save shutout in the Panthers’ 3-0 win. Young’s first-period power-play goal made it 1-0, but Grant (50 saves) held the Panthers off until the third, when Janka Hlinka converted a pass from a spinning Maddie Winslow at 8:15 and Portner found the net from the right circle at 18:43.

On Tuesday the Panthers and 19-13 Cadets skated to a 2-2 tie. Middlebury took a 2-0 first-period lead, but the Cadets scored once in the second and then equalized with 1:17 left in the third period, as Middlebury and

the Cadets skated to a 2-2 overtime tie Tuesday in Northfield, Vermont. The fourth-ranked Panthers (12-4-2) return to NESCAC play this weekend, traveling to Maine for a two-game series at Colby starting on Friday.

The Panthers took a 1-0 lead 5:09 into the contest, when Jenna Marotta’s shot from the point eluded traffic and got past Cadet goalie Laurie King (21 saves). Late in the period Young made it 2-0 with an end-toend rush.

In the second period, the Cadets and took advantage of one of five power plays. With 3:13 on the clock Bryn Labbe flipped in her own rebound of a shot off the post.

Seven minutes into the third period Panther Katherine Jackson hit the post from the slot. A minute later Panther goalie Lin Han (27 saves) smothered a Sophie McGovern redirection from the doorstep. Sarah Schwenzfeier got the equalizer by burying a rebound. Late in OT King denied Wulf to preserve the tie.

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More on that later.

• Unlike they had to teams all season, they failed to pin the Eagles deep on kickoffs. Special teams were not crisp.

• They consistently used five or six defenders to rush the quarterback on defense despite that tactic’s abject failure to pressure Eagle quarterback Nick Foles and the fact that doing so gave him easy targets in the passing game.

Foles had an overall quarter back passer rating (QBR) of 106.1, according to ESPN. According to The Washington Post it rose to 133.2 against the blitz.

(I spent much of the game shouting at former rocket scientist Patriots defensive coordinator Matt Patricia to stop blitzing. Apparently he didn’t hear me. At 8:56 p.m. on Sunday I posted on Facebook “Would someone please tell Patricia the freaking blitz is not freaking working.” My Eagle fan friend Gary responded, “Keep bringing it.”)

• Oh, and as readers might have heard, the Patriots benched their second-best cornerback and former Super Bowl hero, Malcolm Butler, just before the game. In his absence, according to Zoltan Buday of Pro Football Focus, Foles racked up a QBR of 131.3 against Butler’s main replacement, Eric Rowe, and 118.8 each against Nos. 3 and 4 cornerbacks Johnson

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Bademosi and Jordan Richards, each of whom surrendered crucial third-down completions.

That curious decision to bench Butler deserves more than a bullet point.

Coach Bill Belichick and Patricia both insisted the decision was made to put their best defenders on the field. A sample from Patricia: “We just played all the guys we could to try to help us win in whatever packages we had.”

OK, sure, and I have some wetlands in Cornwall to sell you at a price you can’t refuse.

Except that Butler led the Patriots by playing 98 percent of the team’s defensive snaps this season, and is probably the team’s best tackling cornerback. Suddenly he’s not good enough to play in the championship game?

Belichick also said the move was not related to any disciplinary issue.

I might believe that. Discipline could be a more plausible reason than performance, but if discipline was the reason why did he dress at all? The Patriots certainly could have used another receiver (one was hurt during the game, of course, by a hit that should be illegal and warrant an automatic ejection, but that’s a story for another day), defensive linemen or linebacker.

So what are we left with? Well, Butler will be a free agent and refused a while back to sign a teamfriendly contract. Was Belichick,

also the team’s general manager, sending a message to his team?

Any guess is just that, a guess.

But for sure the Patriots owe their fans an explanation. Like many sports fans my family spends $170 a month on cable, something that would not be necessary if we didn’t watch sports, and buys tickets and team gear. And sports stadiums are subsidized by taxpayers, including Gillette Stadium to a degree.

Fans deserve more from the Patriots on a decision — again, not to take away from an Eagles team that on that day made the smarter moves and deserved to win — that might have changed the course of the Super Bowl.

Like former Patriot Rob Ninkovich told ESPN, “You need good players on the field to execute.

Bill (Belichick) says it all the time, Bill will say it in interviews, ‘Coaches don’t win games, players do. Coaches lose games.’ At the end of the day you have to have your best players on the field and you question if Malcolm not being on the field is the best option to win the football game.”

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Matt Becker of Bridport was named to the president’s list at Miami University in Miami, Ohio, for the 2017 fall semester. Miami University students who are ranked in the top 20 percent of undergraduate students within their division receive this designation in recognition of their academic performance. Becker is earning a B.S. in Engineering majoring in Mechanical Engineering.

Christopher E. Carter of Bristol, a junior majoring in Mathematics at Clarkson University in Potsdam, N.Y., was named a presidential scholar for the fall 2017 semester at Clarkson University. Presidential scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade point average and carry at least 14 credit hours.

Fellow student, Brian Thomas Kuhns of N. Ferrisburgh, was named to the dean’s list for the fall 2017 semester. Kuhns is a sophomore majoring in Mathematics. Dean’s list students must achieve a minimum 3.25 grade point average and also carry at least 14 credit hours.

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Four cited in Orwell after heroin investigation Vergennes Police Log ADDISON COUNTY — Four people are facing heroin charges as the result of a Vermont State Police investigation into drug activity at an Orwell home last Saturday.

At around 1 p.m. on Feb. 3 troopers executed a search warrant at a Roberts Avenue home in Orwell. Police said they found four individuals — Boris J. Serkalow, 29, of West Rutland; Brian Burdge, 43, of Orwell; Jamie Trinci, 37, of Orwell; and Benjamin Krans, 37, of Sudbury — each had a misdemeanor amount of heroin in their possession. They were each cited for possession of the drug.

Police also arrested Griffith Mahoney, 30, of Orwell when he arrived at the residence; he was cited for driving with a criminally suspended license.

All subjects were placed under arrest, transported to the New Haven state police barracks and released with citations to answer the charges in Addison County District Court, criminal division, on April 23.

In other recent activity, state police: • Closed both lanes of Route 7 just north of the Ferrisburgh/ Charlotte town line to clean up after a tractor-trailer jack-knifed at around 9:45 a.m. on Jan. 30. The highway was cleared and traffic was flowing within a little more than an hour.

• On Feb. 1 at 1:34 a.m. stopped a motor vehicle on Route 73 in Orwell. A trooper reported that one of the passengers provided a false

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name, and through investigation the trooper reported that the passenger was Scott Furness of Pittsford, who had an active arrest warrant in Vermont. The trooper took Furness into custody, cited him for giving false information to a police officer and lodged him at the Marble Valley Regional Correction Facility.

• On Feb. 3 at just before 6 p.m. cited Reilly Case, 18, of New Haven for speeding. Police alleged that Case was driving 85 mph in a 50 mph zone on Route 7 near Town Hill Road in New Haven.

• On Feb. 4, during a traffic stop on Main Street in Vergennes, cited Skylar Bessette, 26, of Winooski for driving with a criminally suspended license.

• On Feb. 5 at approximately 3:50 p.m. responded to the report of a three-car crash on Route 30 near Parkhill Road in Cornwall.

Initial reports indicated that a fuel truck was involved in the crash.

Police report that Christopher Mitchell, 31, of Sudbury stopped his Toyota Tacoma pickup on Route 30 to let a fuel truck driven by 24-year-old Alex Newton of Clarendon back into a nearby driveway. At this point, Wayne Gorton, 65, of Salisbury, who was driving a Chevy Silverado southbound on Route 30 at around

55 mph, came up behind Mitchell’s pickup and attempted to stop too late. The Silverado struck the back of the Tacoma, causing the Tacoma to strike the rear end of the oil truck.

Middlebury Regional EMS staff evaluated all three drivers and released them at the scene. The two pickups were considered a total loss, and the oil truck sustained minor rear-end damage.

Route 30 was closed for several hours as a result of this motor vehicle crash.

State police were assisted by the Cornwall Fire Department.

Vermont State Police release a daily log of a selection of their activities. In Addison County, those activities included: • Jan. 31, motor vehicle/ disturbances, Route 22A and 17, Addison.

• Jan. 31, suspicious person or circumstances, Notch Road, Bristol.

• Jan. 31, suspicious person or circumstances, Panton Road, Whispering Pines Campground, Panton.

• Jan. 31, directed patrol, Route 7 and 22A, Ferrisburgh.

• Jan. 31, civil drug charge, Route 7 and Holman Road, Salisbury.

• Jan. 31, motor vehicle/ disturbances, Doolittle Road, Shoreham.

• Jan. 31, motor vehicle/ disturbances, Route 22A, Shoreham.

• Jan. 31, motor vehicle/

disturbances, Route 22A, Shoreham.

• Feb. 1, suspicious person or circumstances, Boro Hill Road, Monkton.

• Feb. 1, directed patrol, Route 7, New Haven.

• Feb. 1, directed patrol, Monkton and Pond roads, Monkton.

• Feb. 1, directed patrol, Routes 22A and 17, Addison.

• Feb. 1, communications offense, Sand Road, Ferrisburgh.

• Feb. 2, traffic crash, Lemon Fair Road, Cornwall.

• Feb. 2, alarm, Quiet Valley Road, Shoreham.

• Feb. 2, agency assist, Green Street, Vergennes.

• Feb. 2, directed patrol, Hopkins Road, Ferrisburgh.

• Feb. 3, false alarm, Jenison Road, Shoreham.

• Feb. 3, motor vehicle/ disturbances, Monkton Road and Route 7, Ferrisburgh.

• Feb. 3, careless and negligent driving, Route 7 and Town Hill Road, New Haven.

• Feb. 4, directed patrol, Routes 7 and 22A, Ferrisburgh.

• Feb. 4, driving with a criminally suspended license, Main Street, Vergennes.

• Feb. 4, traffic crash, Quaker Street at Route 17, Starksboro.

• Feb. 4, citizen assist, Limecrest Lane, Leicester.

• Feb. 5, accident with damage, Route 7, Waltham.

• Feb. 5, fraud, Cider Mill Road, Cornwall.

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VERGENNES — Vergennes police handled a variety of incidents between Jan. 22 and Feb. 4, including dealing with child custody disputes, helping motorist who had locked themselves out of vehicles, issuing citations following an alleged fight, investigating several car break-ins, stopping a rolling car from doing damage, and continuing to issue tickets to vehicle owners who neglect to obey the city’s wintertime ban on overnight street parking.

During those two weeks, Vergennes police: On Jan. 22: • Calmed two child-custody disputes.

• Responded to a report of an elderly man walking in the road on West Main Street and checked on him in his Hillside Drive residence to make sure he was OK. On Jan. 23: • Served a relief-from-abuse order to a Hillside Drive apartment resident.

• Ticketed two vehicles violating the parking ban.

• Saw a car start rolling downhill on Green Street; one officer stopped it before it gathered momentum, and two more officers joined in pushing it into a parking place and putting the vehicle in park.

On Jan. 24: • Worked with the Vergennes Area Rescue Squad (VARS) on Green Street to help a citizen in a car possibly suffering a heart attack; VARS took him to Porter Hospital.

• Took a report from a California police department that a fraudulent credit card purchase had been made at Country Home Products.

On Jan. 26 helped a motorist get into a locked car on Monkton Road.

On Jan. 28 issued seven traffic tickets during a directed patrol on Monkton Road.

On Jan. 30: • Checked a report of a car off Monkton Road and learned a passerby had helped push it out of trouble.

• Responded to an East Street home, where a child was refusing to leave a locked bathroom; police said the child emerged when told police were on the way.

• Cited two 18-year-old Northlands Job Corps students from New York, Dainea Phillips of Chazy and Richard McNulty of Maspeth, for disorderly conduct after an alleged fight; police said they were dismissed from the program.

On Feb. 1: • Ticketed a vehicle violating the parking ban.

• Helped a motorist get into a locked car on First Street.

• Were told a car backed into a Green Street driveway, broke a post, and drove off; police did not find the vehicle.

On Feb. 2: • Ticketed three vehicles violating the parking ban.

• Told the grandmother of a girl at a home to leave the property and stop texting her in violation of a court order.

• Helped persuade an uncooperative elderly resident at a care home to accept transportation to Porter Hospital.

On Feb. 3 ticketed four vehicles violating the parking ban.

On Feb. 4: • Began investigating the breakins into four vehicles in the South Maple Street area; police said about $400 was taken from one and video games and petty cash taken from the others.

• Helped Vermont State Police process a drunk-driving case at the city station.

Police seek help with hit-and-run incident BRISTOL — At a little after 12:30 p.m. on Jan. 23, a citizen told a Bristol police officer about a hitand-run crash that had occurred on Airport Drive at the intersection of West Street.

The vehicle that left the scene was described as a dark-colored Toyota or Honda passenger car; it was last seen traveling eastbound on West Street.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Bristol Police Department at 802-453-2533.

Between Jan. 22 and 28, Bristol police officers completed foot patrols in the village — including on Main and Mountain streets, Airport Drive and in the area around Bristol Elementary — 11 times; completed 20-60 minutes or more of towncontracted traffic patrol 10 times; checked security at Mount Abraham Union High School six times; and took fingerprints for volunteers or

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school employees five times.

In other activity in the last week of January, Bristol police: • On Jan. 22 responded to a malfunctioning alarm at a police district business.

• On Jan. 22 assisted Bristol Rescue Squad staff during evaluation of a person.

• On Jan. 24 received a report from a person who said someone hit their parked car on Jan. 22 between 9 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. on School Street. Anyone with information on this is asked to call Bristol police.

• On Jan. 24 met with a local business to review security concerns.

• On Jan. 24 received a found debit card at the police department; the owner was located and card returned.

• On Jan. 24 initiated a missing person case; the person was located.

• On Jan. 25 received court paperwork to serve on a person.

• On Jan. 26 at 2:06 p.m. responded to Main Street for a report of a confused person having difficulty walking. The officer located the person and notified the rescue squad because the person had fallen and injured their shoulder.

• On Jan. 26 were told about threats received by an individual over social media. Investigation is ongoing.

• On Jan. 28 at 5:25 p.m. received a report of what sounded like several gunshots coming from area behind Mount Abe. Police checked the area and found nothing.

ADDISON COUNTY

School Briefs Siena College in Loudonville, N.Y. has awarded academic honors to two Addison County students. By maintaining a 3.9 grade point average or higher, Kaitlyn Gaboriault of Bridport was named to the fall 2017 president’s list. Caitlyn Ketcham of Brandon was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list, which requires a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.89.

Springfield College in Springfield, Mass., has named Tea Kiefer of Vergennes to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2017 term. Criteria for selection to the dean’s list requires that the student must have a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 for the semester. Kiefer is studying Athletic Training.

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Wednesdays, 3‑4 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). A great place to meet with your peers who are in recovery.

Bring a friend in recovery.

For info call 802‑388‑4249 or 802‑683‑5569 or visit turningpointaddisonvt.org.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY M E E T I N G S S AT U R ‑ DAY: Discussion Meeting 9:00‑10:00 AM at the Mid‑ dlebury United Methodist Church. Discussion Meet‑ ing 10:00‑11:00 AM. Begin‑ ners’ Meeting 6:30‑7:30 PM. These two meetings are held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS RIPTON MEET‑ INGS: Monday, As Bill Sees It Meeting 7:15‑8:15 AM. Thursday, 12 Steps and 12 Traditions Meeting 7:15‑8:15 AM. Both held at Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd.

OPIATE OVERDOSE RES‑ CUE KITS are distributed on Wednesdays from 9 am until 12 pm at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury, VT. A short training is required.

For info call 802‑388‑4249 or 802‑683‑5569 or visit turningpointaddisonvt.org.

AL‑ANON FAMILY GROUP ‑ For families and friends of problem drinkers. Anony‑ mous, confidential and free.

At the Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

7:30‑8:30 PM Friday eve‑ nings.

AL‑ANON: FOR FAMI‑ LIES and friends affected by someone’s drinking.

Members share experience, strength and hope to solve common problems. New‑ comers welcome. Confiden‑ tial. St. Stephen’s Church (use front side door and go to basement) in Middlebury, Sunday nights 7:15‑8:15 pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS BRANDON MEET‑ INGS: Monday, Discussion Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meet‑ ing 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Step Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM. All held at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS SUNDAY: 12 Step Meeting 9:00‑10:00 AM held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Came to Believe Meeting 1:00‑2:00 PM held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS THURSDAY: Big Book Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Mid‑ dlebury. Speaker Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM at St. Ste‑ phen’s Church, Main St. (On the Green).

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS TUESDAYS: 12 Step Meetings; Noon‑1:00 PM. AND 7:30‑8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS BRISTOL MEET‑ INGS: Sunday, Discussion Meeting 4:00‑5:00 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meet‑ ing 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Meeting, 6:00‑7:00 PM. All held at the Howden Hall, 19 West Street.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS WEDNESDAY: Big Book Meeting 7:15‑8:15 AM is held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Discus‑ sion Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS FRIDAY: Dis‑ cussion Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Mid‑ dlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS NEW HAVEN MEET‑ INGS: Monday, Big Book Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM at the Congregational Church, New Haven Village Green.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ M O U S M I D D L E B U RY M E E T I N G S M O N D AY: As Bill Sees It Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM. Big Book Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS NORTH FER‑ RISBURGH MEETINGS: Sunday, Daily Reflections Meeting 6:00‑7:00 PM, at the United Methodist Church, Old Hollow Rd.

Services

Services

Learn more about local volunteer opportunities!

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS VERGENNES MEETINGS: Sunday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Discussion Meeting 8:00‑9:00 PM. Both held at St. Paul’s Church, Park St. Tuesday, Discussion Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM, at the Congregational Church, Water St. ARE YOU BOTHERED

BY SOMEONE’S DRINK‑ ING? Opening Our Hearts Al‑Anon Group meets each Wednesday at 1:30 pm at Middlebury’s St. Stephen’s Church on Main St. (enter side door and follow signs).

Anonymous and confiden‑ tial, we share our experi‑ ence, strength and hope to solve our common problems.

Babysitting available.

MAKING RECOVERY EAS‑ IER (MRE). Wednesdays, 1‑2 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). This will be a facilitated group meeting for those struggling with the decision to attend 12‑Step Programs. It will be limited to explaining and dis‑ cussing our feelings about the 12‑Step Programs to create a better understand‑ ing of how they can help a person in recovery on his/her life’s journey. A certificate will be issued at the end of all the sessions. Please bring a friend in recovery who is also contemplating 12‑Step Programs.

NA (JUST IN TIME) Wednesdays, 9 am, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Fridays, 7:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

OVEREATERS ANONY‑ MOUS (OA) big book meet‑ ing. Thursday’s, 5:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

Opportunities

Help Wanted

STOREFRONT LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. In the heart of downtown Middlebury. Approved for seating for 24. Plenty of parking, lots of possibilities.

Available September 1. Text only to 802‑373‑6456.

BANKRUPTCY: CALL to find out if bankruptcy can help you. Kathleen Walls, Esq. 802‑388‑1156.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Volunteers of any age can contact The United Way of Addison County’s Volunteer Center at www. unitedwayaddisoncounty.org and click on VOLUNTEER!

Help Wanted

TOUR DE FARMS MANAGER

OVEREATERS ANONY‑ MOUS (OA) Monday’s at 5:30pm. Located at the Bris‑ tol Federated Church in the conference room, 37 North St., Bristol. Enter the church from Church St. PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Thursday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am.

We meet at The Resi‑ dence at Otter Creek in Middlebury. For info call APDA at 888‑763‑3366 or parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth. org.

SPIRITUAL AWAKEN‑ INGS MEETING of Alcohol‑ ics Anonymous, 7:30‑8:30 a.m., Friday, upstairs at St. Stephen’s Church, Middle‑ bury, VT. WOMEN OF AA Mondays, 5:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

Services C&I DRYWALL. Hanging, taping, skim coat plas‑ tering. Also tile. Call Joe 802‑234‑5545 or Justin 802‑234‑2190.

CONSTRUCTION: ADDI‑ TIONS, RENOVATIONS, new construction, drywall, carpentry, painting, flooring, roofing, pressure washing, driveway sealing. All aspects of construction, also property maintenance. Steven Fifield 802‑989‑0009.

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PROFESSIONAL PAINT‑ ING; interior/exterior, resi‑ dential/commercial, pressure washing. 20 years’ experi‑ ence. Best prices. Refer‑ ences. 802‑989‑5803.

Services

Services

WE HAVE ONGOING CAREGIVER JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT HELEN PORTER! If you are interested in RN, LPN, or LNA positions, come to Helen Porter for an interview any Wednesday between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm.

More information and an online application is available at: UVMHealth.org/PMC under the “Careers” tab.

UVMHealth.org/PMC Services

Services

Have a knack for putting together outfits? Junebug is looking for you!

Junebug is seeking volunteers to help sort, price, hang clothing, operate the cash register and welcome customers. This upscale resale clothing shop, which serves kids (to size 10) and expectant mothers, is located in the Star Mill in Middlebury.

The store is particularly remarkable because all proceeds from clothing sales go to programs benefiting local mothers and children. Our volunteers have loved working in their fun environment! Store Volunteers come in for 2 hours each week and help by tagging clothing, organizing racks, and creating displays among other in-store tasks. These volunteers receive 15% off their purchases during the weeks that they volunteer.

Searching for someone to complete your team? or

Are you searching for a job?

Either way you are on the right track with the

For more information please call Tracy Corbett at 802-388-7189 or visit our volunteer site at: http://unitedwayaddisoncounty.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=321269

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Help Wanted

The Addison County Relocalization Network, (ACORN) is seeking a Manager to organize the 11th annual Tour De Farms bicycle tour in Vergennes.

The event will take place in mid September 2018. Planning needs to start in late March or April.

Essential duties include: • Enrollment of event sponsors • Farm recruitment • Assisting ACORN board and executive director with marketing plan and publicizing the tour • Route planning • Volunteer recruitment and management • Day of event management • Monthly reports to ACORN Board of Directors • Regular checkins with ACORN Executive Director.

Please send cover letter, examples of past history of event and/or project management, and three letters of reference to: info@acornvt.org.

Do you like to play dress up?

If you are 55 and older, contact RSVP @ 388‑7044, rsvpaddison@ volunteersinvt.org or visit www.volunteermatch.org.

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DIRECTORY

• accounting • advertising • appliance repair • auto glass • automotive • business cards

Accounting

Engineering

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Plumbing

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Heating

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Serving all your plumbing and heating needs.

Owned and operated by: Bill Heffernan, Jim & David Whitcomb

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DIRECTORY

Business Service

• renewable energy • roofing • septic & water • siding

roofing Michael Doran

An EdgE BEyond Sharpen, Restore, Polish

STORAGE

Anything with a blade!

Knives

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Phone (802) 537-3555

Monthly prices

6’x12’ $30 • 8’x12’ $45 10’x12’ $55 • 12’x21’ $75

Tools

Japanese, Garden Clippers, Pocket-Knives, Scissors, Saws, Axes, Kitchen Knives Circular Saws Ice Skates, too!

Mobile Unit - Can travel anywhere in Addison County Professional level sharpening

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CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

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AIRPORT AUTO Also a good selection of used vehicles 44 School House Hill Road, E. Middlebury

Moose Rubbish and Recyling

388-0432 • 388-8090

Randall Orvis

802-897-5637 802-377-5006

Short Surveying, inc.

Vergennes, VT

Siding • Windows Additions • Garages • Decks

Serving Addison County Since 1991

Timothy L. Short, L.S.

800-439-2644 • rbrunet1@myfairpoint.net • 877-2640

Property Line Surveys • Topographical Surveys FEMA Elevation Certificates

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Dave’s Tree Service Stump Grinding, Trimming, Tree Evaluation, Storm Damage, Firewood & Lot Clearing Serving Addison County & Area Lakes

Barnard & Gervais, LLC

PORTABLE RESTROOMS Rt. 22A, Orwell • 948-2082 Rt. 7 So., Middlebury •388-2705

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FREE ESTIMATES FOR TREE SERVICES

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Serving Vermont for over 42 years!

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Self Storage • Low Rates

Rubbish & Recycling

25 Yrs Experience 60’ bucket truck wood chipper available Fully Insured Free Estimates

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as seen at Addison County Field Days!

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Home Projects

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Addison Independent

For Rent 2 BEDROOM, FIRST FLOOR apartment with full private basement. W/D hookups. Located in Middle‑ bury, close to town on Court St. Off street parking, lawn care and snow plowing in‑ cluded. $1,100 per month plus utilities. No smoking or pets. 802‑352‑6678.

CLASSIFIEDS Help Wanted

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SHOREHAM: SHARE A home w/a 40+ profes‑ sional interested in cooking, NPR & hiking. 25 minutes to Middlebury. $400/mo. plus utilities. Private BA. No deposit. 863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO.

Help Wanted

Mary Johnson Children’s Center AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM POSITIONS

Mary Johnson Children’s Center /School Age Needs motivated, energetic applicants immediately: • PROGRAM SITE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR POSITION: Monkton 15-18 hours weekly; afternoons Must hold associates or bachelor’s degree, and have experience working with school-age children; positive references and background check /fingerprinting required. Paid training and professional development hours.

• PROGRAM STAFF PERSON: Salisbury- 12-15 hours weekly Minimum education-- high school diploma, experience working with children. Positive references and background check/fingerprinting required. Rate of pay determined by education and experiences.

• INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANTS: Monkton and Middlebury 8-10 hours weekly; afternoons Work to support an individual child in achieving and maintaining social/emotional/behavioral goals in afterschool program. Candidates must meet education and experience requirements, and pass background records check.

Spend time with great children and youth 5-12 years old! Develop quality programs, invest in young people and have fun doing it. Competitive rates of pay and paid training are offered. Three references required. Please respond by Feb. 16th.

Contact: Anne Gleason MARY JOHNSON CHILDREN’S CENTER 81 Water Street; Middlebury, VT 05753; or e-mail schoolage@mjccvt.org .

Seeking self motivated, detail oriented individuals with the willingness to learn any skills necessary to help the business. Must have a professional and positive attitude toward their work, coworkers and customers.

Looking for long-term commitment. Full time positions with competitive wages based on experience plus a benefits package.

NOW HIRING:

ATTENTION PCA’S: PART TIME and full time, night shift.

On the job training, competitive wages and flexible scheduling.

Call Marlene at 802‑877‑1363 or e‑mail ringerhomecare@ gmail.com.

AUDY TRUCKING LLC is seeking a part‑time (30 hours) Office Assistant in our Ver‑ gennes office. A background in the trucking business would be ideal but will train the right person. Please contact Jeff at 989‑5024 or Carol at 382‑8745 (leave message) for details and interviews.

CHAMPLAIN ORCHARDS IS an ecologically managed orchard and we are looking for an energetic, dynamic Sales Manager setting sales quotas, coordinating and managing staff. This position includes management of sales of our orchard products such as fresh fruit, sweet cider, pies and bak‑ ery products as well as our line of hard ciders. Proficiency with Excel, QuickBooks and data analysis is a must. If you’re a big picture thinker but can still manage a staff and the details of a sales department while developing new and existing markets please visit our web‑ site at: champlainorchards. com/employment/ and com‑ plete a job application.

RESPITE/COMMUNITY SUP‑ PORT: Bright and engaging young woman is looking for assistance accessing her com‑ munity for social activities in her accessible van and assisting her with personal care needs/ daily living skills at her home.

Full time position. No benefits.

Please email your resume to vkcornett@gmavt.net.

MIDDLEBURY UNION MIDDLE SCHOOL Paraprofessional MUMS is seeking a Paraprofessional. Qualified applicants should have experience working with students with learning challenges, be energetic, positive, motivated and patient.

Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be a flexible team member will make you a strong candidate.

Apply by sending a letter of interest, resume, three current reference letters and complete transcripts to: Peter Burrows, Superintendent Addison Central School District 49 Charles Avenue Middlebury, VT 05753 Applications will be accepted until the positions have been filled.

E.O.E.

The Town of Monkton is looking for a Zoning Administrator to fill a part-time position.

Must be available to attend evening meetings and have day time hours at the Town Hall.

Previous experience desired.

View complete job description at www.monktonvt.com/za.

Please submit resume by February 6, 2018 to: Monkton Planning Commission P.O. Box 12, Monkton, VT. 05469.

CHAMPLAIN ORCHARDS IS seeking a strong, orga‑ nized Production manager for our apple packing, sweet cider, bakery and shipping departments. You will manage a staff of dedicated employ‑ ees ensuring the quality and accuracy of orders. You will be responsible for organizing production schedules, assess‑ ing resources, maintaining inventory and quality control standards and ensuring that health and safety guidelines are followed. Our typical work week is Sunday, Mon‑ day, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. If you are a strong leader with a determination to succeed we really want to hear from you. Please visit our website at champlainorchards. com/employment/ and com‑ plete a job application.

KITCHEN OPENINGS. LINE COOK, full time, dinners only.

Wednesday ‑ Sunday. Experi‑ ence with fresh food. Also, entree level prep position. 3 ‑4 nights per week. Email: info@innatbaldwincreek.com or call Doug at 453‑2432.

WHISTLEPIG CURRENTLY HIRING FOR full time bottler.

Eye for detail and accuracy.

Flexible duties and hours Mon‑ day‑Friday. Be able to stand on feet for 8 hours a day with unassisted lifting of 25 pounds.

Please send resume and 3 professional references to info@whistlepigrye.com.

Help Wanted YARD WORKER. DRIVER’S license required. Load and unload trucks, run machinery, bag product, assist customers.

Apply at: Vermont Natural Ag Products, 297 Lower Foote Street, Middlebury, VT or email resume to: tfmoodoo@sover. net.

NOW OPEN Newly Constructed Loft, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Middlebury Historic Building | Air Conditioning European Appliances, Quartz Countertops & Washer/Dryer Off-Street Parking | Pet friendly Walk to Middlebury College campus Contact: Christine Golden Nedde Real Estate 802-373-5893 battellllc@gmail.com www.BattellBlock.com

To request an application, call 802-472-5016 or e-mail pinemeadow@maloneyproperties.com.

ONE BEDROOM, FIVE‑STAR energy effi‑ cient apartment in Salis‑ bury, close to Lake Dun‑ more. One half of duplex.

Large bedroom with full bath up. Living room and kitchen with all appliances on first floor. Heated basement with W/D. Private sun deck. $850/month, plus utilities.

Absolutely non‑smoking, no pets on premises. Deposit and references required.

Available 4/1/2018. Call 802‑352‑6678.

RIPTON, SMALL ONE bed‑ room house. No smoking or pets. $850 per month plus utilities. 802‑388‑2641.

‘69‑’70 JOHN DEERE 350 Track Loader. All newly rebuilt engine. $7,100. 453‑4387.

Okay to leave message.

ANTIQUE DOUBLE BARREL ACME Arms Co. 12 gauge.

Beautiful vintage firearm. $185.

802‑989‑5803.

DOG TEAM ORIGINAL RECI‑ PE Sticky Buns for Easter. Call 802‑349‑9473 for order and pickup time. 658 Exchange Street, Middlebury.

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $4,397. Make & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info/DVD: NorwoodSawmills.com.

1‑800‑578‑1363, Ext. 300N. THE BARREL MAN; plastic and metal barrels, 275 gallon food‑grade totes. 55 gallon plastic food‑grade barrels with spin‑on covers. Great for rain barrels. A barrel for every need.

802‑453‑4235.

USED RESTAURANT EQUIP‑ MENT plus chairs, tables and hood systems. 802‑388‑4831.

WOOD STOVE FOR SHOP 802‑453‑3870.

For Rent 1,800 SQ. FT. WARE‑ HOUSE commercial space.

As is or renovate to suit.

Creek Road, Middlebury.

802‑558‑6092.

ADDISON, PRIVATE SUITE IN large house. Bedroom, private bathroom and sitting area, skylights. Shared kitch‑ en, laundry. Includes utili‑ ties/internet. $600 monthly, security deposit, references.

802‑759‑2133.

ADDISON: SEEKING PET‑ friendly housemate who can help w/dog‑walking & chip in on yard work. $350/ mo. (all inc). Private bath/ bdrm/living rm. No smoking.

No deposit. 863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO. BRANDON: PARK VIL‑ LAGE is now accepting applications for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Rents starting at $700, includes heat and trash. No pets.

Laundry on site. Income restrictions apply. Call Sum‑ mit Property Management Group at 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website, summitpmg.com.

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addi‑ son. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structur‑ ally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease.

The entrance door measure‑ ments are 8’ wide by 7’ high.

For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

For Rent

For Rent

F O R R E N T: B R I D ‑ P O R T, C o m m e r c i a l / retail office. 1,200 Sq. Ft. High traffic visibility. tbrought@middlebury.edu.

OFFICE SPACE RENTAL IN vintage 1800’s building.

Main Street, Vergennes, lo‑ cation. 4 rooms plus bath‑ room. Many charming de‑ tails. Large bay window and private entrances. Nicely laid out for single office use or for several individual offices to share. $850/month plus utilities. Call (802)877‑3372.

MIDDLEBURY 2 BED‑ ROOM near downtown.

Appliances, off street park‑ ing, lease. No pets. Real Net Management Inc. 802‑388‑4994.

MIDDLEBURY 3 BED‑ ROOM apartment, fully furnished, all inclusive except internet/TV. Call 802‑388‑4831.

ROOMS FOR RENT in his‑ torical Vergennes Inn. Janu‑ ary through Mid May. Perfect for UTC, Traveling nurses or other traveling professionals. $550 to $950 per month.

Call Bill 802‑877‑3293. emersonguesthouse@msn. com.

MIDDLEBURY OFFICE SPACE for rent. 400 sq.ft., second floor. Available Janu‑ ary 1, 2018. Contact Eric at 802‑388‑6054.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Only three lots remain in the Daisy Lane Residen‑ tial Development. One is a beautiful wooded 1 1/4 acre with a small year round stream. Lots are supported with village water and ap‑ proved for simple in‑ground septic. Located in East Mid‑ dlebury, just 15‑20 minutes from the Snow Bowl, 2 golf courses and beautiful Lake Dunmore. 802‑388‑2502 or 802‑388‑7350.

Animals BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN RE‑ TRIEVER puppies. Males and females. $1,000. Call for more info. 802‑989‑5803.

RIPTON: SHARE A spa‑ cious home w/ woman in her 70’s who loves travel, knitting and crafts. $400/ mo (all included) plus some help w/ yard‑work. Must be pet‑friendly. 863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO.

CORN SILAGE, SAWDUST at the farm. Book Bros. West Haven, Vt. Call after 7pm, 802‑265‑8698.

RUTLAND: SHARE A HOME w/ woman in her 60s who enjoys hiking & skiing. $400 plus utilities. Private bath/bdrm/living rm. No ad‑ ditional pets/no smoking. No deposit. 802‑863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO.

FIRST CUT HAY for sale.

Small square bales. Call 802‑349‑9281.

TWO BEDROOM APART‑ MENT, central location near schools and stores.

Includes stove and refrigera‑ tor. Available immediately.

Call 802‑349‑7555.

Want to Rent

Equal Housing Opportunity.

For Sale

For Rent

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, 1 mile south of Brandon. $700/mo. plus utilities. Ab‑ solutely no pets or smoking.

802‑352‑6678.

Real Estate

For Rent

Income Limits Apply. No Utilities Included. Modern apartment, carpet/tile, W/D connections plus onsite laundry facility. Efficient gas heat/hot water.

Ample parking and storage. Includes trash, lawn care, snow removal, professional management and 24-hour emergency maintenance. In quiet Middlebury neighborhood. References Required.

Send resume by February 15th to: apply@livingstonfarm.com

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MIDDLEBURY, VT 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT

Office/Sales Assistant CDL Driver/Equipment Operator To learn more please visit: https://livingstonfarm.co/now-hiring/

Help Wanted

For Rent

A WORKING COUPLE seeking a home to rent in the Middlebury area. We have 1 dog and 1 cat. We have great references and seek long term. We want to pay $1,400 or less a month. Please call or test 802‑310‑4966 and ask for Greg.

Wood Heat FIREWOOD. CUT, SPLIT and delivered. $210/cord seasoned. $185/cord green.

802‑282‑9110.

READY ‑2 ‑ BURN™ Sea‑ soned ‑ Everyday low prices; Free delivery ‑ Free kindling ‑ Small orders OK. Click www.MIDDMEN.com or call 1‑855‑MIDDMEN.

Att. Farmers

DRY SLAB FIREWOOD, hard and softwood, pro‑ cessed firewood, saw‑ dust. Book Bros. West Haven, Vt. Call after 7pm, 802‑265‑8698.

HAY FOR SALE small first cut, $3.00. Small second cut, $4.00. 802‑377‑5455.

LUMBER AT SAWMILL, hard and softwood, sawdust.

Book Bros. West Haven, Vt. 802‑265‑3675.

ORGANIC AND NON‑OR‑ GANIC hay. 4X4 string bales. 700‑800 lbs. Stored outside. 802‑265‑3857.

W H I T N E Y ’ S C U S TO M FARM WORK. Pond agi‑ tating, liquid manure haul‑ ing, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462‑2755, John Whitney.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer special‑ izing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, an‑ tique collectibles, etc. Visit bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802‑272‑7527. Con‑ sulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.

VT COLLECTOR WILL PAY cash for old wood bird carv‑ ings, goose, duck and shore‑ bird decoys. 802‑238‑1465.

Public Notices Index

MIDDLEBURY: RETAIL/ OFFICE space for rent.

1,303 square feet. Front door parking. Contact Eric at 388‑6054. (Countryside Carpet and Paint)

Public notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on Pages 8B & 9B.

NEW HAVEN, SUNNY, ef‑ ficient apartment. Views, hard wood floors. No pets, no smoking. References. $895/month plus utilities.

802‑236‑2040.

Addison County Courthouse (1) Addison County Superior Court (1) Cornwall (1) Middblebury (1) Notice of Abandonment-Sheldon Museum (1) Orwell (1) State of Vermont (1) PROPOSED STATE RULES

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By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record.

The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at https://secure.vermont.gov/SOS/ rules/ . The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having at least 25 members.

To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible.

To obtain further information concerning any scheduled hearing(s), obtain copies of proposed rule(s) or submit comments regarding proposed rule(s), please call or write the contact person listed below. You may also submit comments in writing to the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (802-828-2231).

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It’s against the law to discriminate when advertising housing.

Uniform Environmental Administrative Procedure and Standard Processes for Notice and Comment on Environmental Permits.

Vermont Proposed Rule: 18P002 AGENCY: Agency of Natural Resources CONCISE SUMMARY: This rule proposes to implement Act 150 of 2016 which required standardized notice and comment procedures for Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) permits. This rule also provides procedural guidelines for various administrative processes in Title 3 including petitions for rulemaking and contested case proceedings.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Matt Chapman, Agency of Natural Resources 1 National Life Drive, Davis 2, Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: 802-249-4393 Email: matt.chapman@vermont.gov. URL: http://dec.vermont.gov/permits/enb.

FOR COPIES: Kim Greenwood, Agency of Natural Resources 1 National Life Drive, Davis 2, Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: 802-272-0423 Email: kim.greenwood@vermont.gov.

Particularly on sites like Craigslist.

And it’s easier to break the law than you might think. You can’t say “no children” or “adults only.” There is lots you can’t say.

The federal government is watching for such discrimination.

Let us help you sift through the complexities of the Fair Housing Law. Stay legal. Stay on the right side of the nation’s Fair Housing Law. Call the Addison Independent at (802) 388-4944.

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Public Notices can be found on Pages 8B & 9B. See Page 8B for Index

TOWN OF CORNWALL HELP WANTED ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

MEMBERS OF MUHS’ Neuroscience Club and Vermont Brain Bee team work with Middlebury College student Chris Diak, second from right, to train for the Brain Bee competition at UVM Medical School this coming Saturday. Surrounding Diak from left to right are Owen Palcsik, Joseph Findlay, Grace Widelitz, Isabel Rosenberg and Elizabeth Bright.

Photo courtesy Lisa Bernardin

Students prep for Vt. Brain Bee MIDDLEBURY — This Saturday, Feb. 10, the Ninth Vermont Brain Bee, a neuroscience day of competition and exploration for high school students, is happening at the University of Vermont, Larner College of Medicine. To prepare for the bee, a group of Middlebury Union High School students, mentored by three Middlebury College students have been meeting weekly at 7:20 a.m. on Wednesdays since early October.

Their Neuroscience Club has been able to delve into chapters

from the “Brain Facts” neuroscience primer published by the Society for Neuroscience. The primer is used to test students from around the country in other brain bees. A total of nine Vermont high schools will be sending teams to this year’s Brain bee.

One of the Middlebury College studnets, Neuroscience major Chris Diak, has also been nhelping students at Mt. Abraham Union High School as well.

Joseph Findlay, Owen Palcsik, Isabel Rosenberg and Grace

Widelitz will represent MUHS at this year’s bee. Rosenberg and Widelitz are both veterans of the team, while Findlay and Palcsik are making their first effort. Rosenberg, a senior, she placed in the top eight last year and participated in the Final Oral Round, helping to the MUHS team with a win in the team category “I am excited for the Brain Bee, “ says Rosenberg. “As a group, we have covered interesting material about the brain and how it translates into who we are and how we act.”

Nurses training scholarships offered VERMONT — The local chapter of the Forty and Eight, a national veterans organization, is offering scholarships to qualified undergraduate students enrolled in academic programs of study leading to either Associates or Bachelor Degrees in nursing. Although military experience is not required, these scholarships can help veterans in related military occupations prepare for civilian careers in the nursing profession.

The deadline is May 15, 2018 for

submitting applications for scholarships to be awarded for the 2018 fall academic semester. Awards to successful applicants will be made

by July 1, 2018. At least one stipend of no more than $1,000 will be available.

A national program to help alleviate the shortage of skilled nurses in this country has long been a special interest to La Societé des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux, the veterans organization founded in 1920 and also known as the “Forty and Eight.”

Since 1955, La Societé has provided nearly $32,000,000 and assisted more than 52,000 nurses in obtaining nursing degrees.

For more information about the Forty and Eight and the Nurses Training Program, please contact Leonard Normandeau at 802-4792274. For more information about the Nurses Training Scholarship and copies of the fillable application form, please call Melvin McKnight at 802-454-7746 or email sprucemt907@gmail.com.

Auctions Tom Broughton Auctioneer • Home • Estates • Commercial • Consignments Bridport, VT • 758-2494 tombroughtonauctions.com

MARKET REPORT ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES

RT. 125 • EAST MIDDLEBURY, VT Sales for February 1 & February 5 BEEF D. Pouliot Foster Bros.

Tudhope Farm Blue Spruce Elysian Fields M & L Quesnel

Costs Lbs. per lb 1315 .605 1575 .58 1355 .56 1800 .55 1650 .55 1575 .54

CALVES Quarry Road Wilcon Farm Champlainside Woodnotch Farm Lucas Dairy

Lbs. 102 94 110 99 81

Dollars 795.58 913.50 758.80 990.00 907.50 850.50

Costs per lb Dollars 1.20 122.40 1.20 112.80 1.00 110.00 1.00 99.00 1.00 81.00

Total # Beef: 297 • Total # Calves: 320 We value our faithful customers.

Sales at 3pm - Mon. & Thurs.

For pickup and trucking, call 1-802-388-2661

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The Town of Cornwall is seeking an individual to act as the town’s animal control officer. The position includes enforcing the town’s dog ordinance, as well as dealing with other types of animal issues in a humane way. The selected individual will receive $100 per month as an oncall stipend and the fee per call will be negotiated with the selected individual.

Please send a letter of interest, which includes a resume or a work history, along with at least one reference to the Cornwall Selectboard, Town of Cornwall, 2629 Route 30, Cornwall, VT 05753. Specific questions may be forwarded to Ben Wood, Selectboard at 462-3216 or email address bwoodcornwall@gmail.com. 2/1

PUBLIC NOTICE Full Passport Service Addison County Courthouse The Addison County Clerk is available to accept passport applications and provide passport photos.

REGULAR HOURS Monday – Friday 9am to 1pm Appointments appreciated, but not necessary.

802-388-1966

PUBLIC NOTICE ORWELL TOWN SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Orwell Town School Board will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Orwell Village School.

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NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT

This notice is published in compliance with Vermont Statutes (Title 27, Chapter 12) pertaining to artifacts without clear title presently held at The Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History, One Park St., Middlebury, VT 05753.

In keeping with best practices and the Sheldon Museum Collections Policy, a periodic review of the Museum holdings is essential to focus, refine, and maintain the collections. Artifacts deemed important to retain must meet the mission and collecting objectives of the Museum. Artifacts that do not may be designated for deaccessioning. That could include returning them to their owners, transferring them to another public collection, designating them for programmatic use, or public sale according to established criteria. Proceeds from sales may only be used for collections care.

After a cautious, deliberate, and ethical review, the following artifacts identified as “found in collection” have been designated for deaccessioning. They are without documented ownership and are subject to the Vermont Statutes for museums: Tilt-top table Dropleaf dining table 4 upholstered side chairs 7 painted side chairs Plant stand Secretary Gilt mirror Painted cradle 3 maple side chairs Blanket chest Upholstered rocking chair Piano stool 2 upholstered settees 3 treadle sewing machines 2 chests of drawers Large round table Anyone with knowledge of the original owner(s) is asked to contact Executive Director William Brooks by mail at the above address, by phone at 802.388.2117, or by email at wbrooks@henrysheldonmuseum.org. If written assertion of title is not presented by the owner(s) to the Museum within 180 days after the third and final published notice, that is by August 8, 2018, the artifacts shall be considered abandoned or donated and shall become the property of Sheldon Museum.

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TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY ESTIMATED TAX RATE

The following tax rate information is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Town of Middlebury’s Charter. Tax rates are per $100 of assessed property value.

Tax Rate Category FY 2018 Actual FY 2019 Estimated* Municipal General Fund $.9605 $.9718 Voted Exemptions (Veterans) $.0017 $.0017 Fire Equipment Fund $.0200 $.0200 Apply Cross Street Bridge Reserve Funds $.0000 ($.0076) Total Municipal Tax Rate $.9822 $.9859 Residential Residential Education $1.8237 $1.9328 Municipal $.9822 $.9859 Total Residential Tax Rate $2.8059 $2.9187 Non Residential Non Residential Education $1.7587 $1.6290 Municipal $.9822 $.9859 Total Non Residential Tax Rate $2.7409 $2.6149 Amount to be raised to support the Municipal General Fund Budget $7,147,744 $7,331,905 *FY2019 tax rates are estimated. The municipal tax rate will be affected by the actual growth in the Grand List and the municipal budget and decision items voted at Town Meeting. The school tax rate is a very preliminary estimate as school budgets will be voted at Annual School Meetings and the State Legislature had not approved the base education tax rates for FY2019 at press time.

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STATE OF VERMONT ADDISON UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION

VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO:8-1-17ANCV

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST v.

COREY M. COLLETTE AND MICHELLE L. FORQUES-COLLETTE F/K/A MICHELLE L. FORQUES OCCUPANTS OF 873 BASIN HARBOR ROAD, BRIDPORT, VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered June 20, 2017, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Corey M. Collette and Michelle L. Collette to Kittredge Mortgage Corporation, dated April 13, 2006 and recorded in Book 67 Page 151 of the land records of the Town of Bridport, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of the following Assignments of Mortgage: (1) Assignment of Mortgage from Kittredge Mortgage Corporation to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Mortgage Network Inc. dated April 13, 2006 and recorded in Book 67 Page 151, (2) Assignment of Mortgage from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Mortgage Network Inc. to Wells Fargo Bank, NA dated August 8, 2012 and recorded in Book 81 Page 103 and (3) Assignment of Mortgage from Wells Fargo Bank, NA to Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christiana Trust, not individually but as trustee for Pretium Mortgage Acquisition Trust dated April 20, 2016 and recorded in Book 87 Page 485, all of the land records of the Town of Bridport for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 873 Basin Harbor Road, Bridport, Vermont on March 5, 2018 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Being all and the same land and premises described in a Warranty Deed from Donald M. Collette and Norma J. Collette to Cory M. Collette and Michelle L. Collette, also sometimes known as Michelle L. Forgues-Collette, dated July 25, 2001, recorded in Volume 51, Pap 25 of the Land Records of the Town of Bridport. Said lands are more particularly described therein as follows: “Being a PORTION of the same land And premises described in a Warranty Deed from Lawrence J. Begnoche and Mabel Laura Begnochc to Donald M. Collette and Norma J. Collette, dated October 12, 2000, recorded in Volume 49, Page 152 of the Land Records of the Town of Bridport. Said land and premises may be more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a 5/8” iron pin act in the easterly sideline of Town Road No. 2, also known as Basin Harbor Road, said iron pin marking the northwesterly corner of lands, now or formerly, owned by the Sarah N, Guenig, William T. Nichols and Calvin E. True, Co-Trustees of the Louise T. Nichols Indenture of Trust and the southwest corner of the lands described herein as depicted on a Survey Map entitled “Proposed Subdivision of Lot #5 Lands of Donald M. Collette & Norma J. Collette easterly of Basin Harbor Road Bridport, Addison County, Vermont” by Timothy L. Short, Licensed Surveyor No. 651, dated March 21. 2001 and recorded in the Land Map Records of the Town of Bridport as map #135; THENCE’ S 83° 33’ 34” E a distance of 470.17 feet to an iron pin; THENCE S 85° 11’ 18” E a distance of 1016.73 feet to an iron pin; THENCE S 86° 18’ 56” E a distance of 1634.64 feet to an iron pin marking the southeasterly corner of the lands described herein; THENCE N 02” 41’ 40” E a distance of 129.82 feet to an iron pin marking the northeast corner of the lands described herein; THENCE the following courses and distances in and along the southerly line of lands retained by the Grantors herein, Donald M. Collette and Norma J. Collette: 1) N 85° 11’ 57” W a distance of 1617.92 feet to an iron pin; 2) N 84° 55’ 38’ W a distance of 1045.65 feet to an iron pin; 3) N 06’ 09’ 30” E a distance of 37.00 feet to an iron pin; 4) N 83° 50’ 30” W a distance of 450.00 feet to an iron pin located in the easterly line of Town Road No. 2; THENCE S 05° ‘51’ 31” W a distance of 200.59 feet in and along the easterly line of Town Road No. 2 to an iron pin marking the point or place of beginning.

Said lands are noted on the aforesaid survey map as Lot # 5(b) and contain 11.44 acres, more or less.

Also conveyed herewith, but by Quitclaim only, are those lands lying westerly of the premises described herein and the centerline of Town Road No. 2, also known as Basin Harbor Road.

Reserved herewith, for the benefit of the Grantors herein, their heirs and assigns, for use in common with the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, is an easement and right of way for purposes of ingress, egress and the installation, repair, maintenance and replacement of necessary utility services. Each party utilizing said right of way shall share equally in the costs of repair and maintenance, including snowplowing, of that portion of the right of way used in common.

Also herewith is an easement and right of way ten (10) feet either side of the centerline of the right of way as constructed where said right of way crosses retained lands of the Grantors for the purpose) of providing ingress, egress and installation, repair, maintenance and replacement of necessary utility services to the lands conveyed herein.”

Reference is hereby made to the aforementioned deed arid deeds and records therein referenced, all in further aid of this description.

Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: January 31, 2018 By: /S/Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 2/8, 15, 22

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Police find no gun in family dispute MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury police responded to a report of a domestic dispute in the Court Street area on Feb. 5 that police initially feared might involve a handgun.

Police determined no handgun was involved in the incident, which turned out to be a disagreement between a man and his mother. Police said the man was taken to Porter Hospital for a mental health evaluation.

In other action last week, Middlebury police: • Helped a person on South Street who was experiencing some mental health problems on Jan. 29.

• Conducted a welfare check on Jan. 29 on a North Pleasant Street woman dealing with substance abuse issues. Police said they located the woman at Porter Hospital.

• Responded to a report of a possible drunken driver on East Main Street on Jan. 29.

• Were informed some cows had wandered into the intersection of Munger Street and Cobble Road on Jan. 30.

• Investigated a report of a person banging a pipe along a stretch of the North Pleasant Street sidewalk on Jan. 30. Police could not find the man.

• Investigated a dispute between some East Main Street neighbors on

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Jan. 30.

• Cited Liam J. Fitzpatrick, 33, of Middlebury for driving under the influence, following their investigation of a traffic complaint on Seymour Street on Jan. 30.

• Were informed a vehicle had left the scene of an accident on Court Street on Jan. 30.

• Ticketed two vehicles that were in violation of the town’s overnight parking ban on College Street on Jan. 30.

• Responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle driving around the Middlebury College campus on Jan. 30.

• Responded to a noise complaint at a Weybridge Street apartment at 11:30 p.m. on Jan. 31. Police said the residents agreed to quiet down.

• Responded to a family dispute at a Valley View home on Jan. 31.

Police said the dispute was over the use of a family vehicle.

• Responded to a report of a disabled tractor-trailer truck on

Lincoln LINCOLN - Just like that, another Hill Country Holiday weekend is in the books. Thank you to Lincoln Sports and the organizers of all the fun events. Taco Night helped raise money for the LCS 5/6 play. During movie night at the church, I enjoyed listening to the kids laugh at all the funny parts in one of my all-time favorite movies, “Cool Runnings.”

The winners of Military Whist were Jenn Buker, Steve Buker, Grayson Connel and Preston Connel.

Jacob and I participated in our first HCH parade along with his friend James. With Olympic music playing, we waved to the crowd and took it all in. Following the parade, everyone warmed up with some hot soup and bread sponsored by the library. The preschool’s spaghetti dinner was a big success and the Best Meatball Award went to Cubbers.

The variety show was entertaining, as always. It was nice to have “judges” from all the areas of Lincoln scoring each act. For the first time a cash prize was awarded for the best act. The judges had a hard time choosing just one winner, so the gold medal winning performances were Natalie Smith, Grayson Connel and Anthony Kessler. After a night of laughs, everyone came together Sunday morning for a tasty pancake breakfast provided by Lincoln Sports. Many kids enjoyed LEGO building at Burnham Hall to round

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out the weekend. What a wonderful display of community and Olympic spirit.

News from 3/4 teachers, Anna & Devon on behalf of LCS: Lincoln Community School will be holding its annual celebration of culture on Friday, Feb. 16. LCS 3rd and 4th graders have spent the past six weeks exploring Japan’s culture. The study began with an intensive week of Taiko under Sensei Stuart Patton of Burlington Taiko, made possible by the Tari Shattuck Foundation, Friends of LCS and the Vermont Arts Council.

Join them for a Japanese lunch at noon. Cost is $5.00 for adults and $2.50 for children. Contact Deirdre at 802-453-2119 or dzele@anesu.org to make a reservation. The festivities, beginning at 1 p.m., will demonstrate students learning. Presentations and exhibits will showcase traditional arts — shibori dyeing, origami, fan dance, tea ceremony, food, theater, gardening and modern robotics.

Thanks to support from Neat Repeats and talented volunteers, students have had a very rich experience of Japanese culture.

Volunteers included Kathryn and Sam Wyatt, Gail Martin, Mark Johnson, John Wetzel of Stone House Tea, Josie Jordan, MaryBeth Stilwell, Ron Yaro, Kyoko Davis and Middlebury College students.

On Saturday, Feb. 10, the Burnham

Art & Chocolate event set in Salisbury Feb. 10 SALISBURY — Four years ago the Salisbury Free Public Library Board was overwhelmed to learn of a greatly appreciated bequest from David Seeley, who had died just before Valentine’s Day. The perfect moment to honor his gift presented itself in tandem with an Art and Chocolate event before Valentine’s Day this year with work by local artists and a range of chocolate creations. Since Dave was an artisan himself, known to family and friends as Knitter par Excellence, the circle would be complete with a display of his own creativity.

On Saturday, Feb. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Salisbury Town Hall, there will be an opportunity to satisfy all the senses. At this time more than a dozen local artists and artisans will display/demonstrate and/or sell their work, ranging from

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painting, basketry, quilts, jewelry, knits and more. There will be a make-your-own Valentine table and a poet to craft poems on the spot.

Samples of Dave’s work will be on display, too. The versatility of his projects ranged from dishcloths and tumbler trousers to sweaters and more than 90 afghans (which used up leftover yarns). But his crowning artistic achievements were lacy knitted bed coverlets, the patterns of his own devising. There will be a rare opportunity to see one of his extraordinary coverlets, lent and sent from Vancouver for the occasion.

The Art of Chocolate will cap the event, featuring a variety of chocolate desserts to sample while browsing, or to take home, as well as free coffee. The sale of these, as well as of work donated by some of the artists, will benefit the Library.

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SALISBURY — The Salisbury Free Public Library is hosting an Art and Chocolate sale and show this Saturday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be various chocolate goodies for sale and works by local artisans. Some of the art works will also be for sale.

A highlight of the show is various knitted and crocheted items created

by David Seeley, a long-time Salisbury resident who supported the library.

The students at the community school are participating in the Come Alive Outside Passport program.

They can earn points by doing various outdoor activities listed on their passports. These include skiing, skating, building snowmen, visiting

Exchange Street on Jan. 31.

• Conducted a welfare check on Feb. 1 on a local woman at the request of a son who had not spoken with his mother in more than a year.

Police said they found the woman to be OK, but not interested in having any contact with her family.

• Assisted Middlebury Regional EMS with a disoriented patient in the Court Street Extension area on Feb. 2.

• Were informed of the theft of some maple sugaring equipment from a sugar works off Seminary Street Extension on Feb. 2. Police continue to investigate the case.

• Ticketed and towed some vehicles that were in violation of the town’s winter parking ban on Park Street on Feb. 2.

• Helped a woman who reported her jacket and phone had been stolen from Two Brothers Tavern on Feb. 2. Police said they were able to track the woman’s phone to North Pleasant Street, and then back to Two Brothers Tavern, where the woman’s jacket, purse and all its contents were found in the downstairs lounge.

• Helped Middlebury College Public Safety investigate vandalism to a vehicle parked off Chateau Road on Feb. 3.

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local parks and the Middlebury Winter Fest. Various prizes will be awarded based on the number of points collected by March 12.

The following people have filed petitions to be listed as candidates for offices at the March town meeting: moderator, Wayne Smith; town clerk, Sue Scott; selectboard 3 years, Pedie O’Brien; selectboard 2 years, Pat Dunn; lister 3 years, Daniel Kuczynski; collector of delinquent taxes, Mindy Goodrich; first constable Jeffrey McDonough.

No one filed for any of the following positions: lister, one year of three year term; auditor, one year of two year term; auditor, 2 years of 3 year term; auditor, 3 years; town agent, one year; grand juror, one year.

Music Series will present Alex Smith with Fiddler Jacob Brillhart at Burnham Hall from 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for adults. Teens and kids are free.

The Lincoln Library will host another children’s after school craft on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, Feb. 14. Join them at 3:15 p.m. for a fun pop-up card making activity.

Due to overwhelming popularity, please sign up ahead of time at the library or email lincolnlibraryvt@ gmail.com.

REMINDER: The Preschool will host an Open House for new families Thursday, Feb. 15, from 5-7:30 p.m.

Until next time…Take A Chance.

Love Much. Never Give Up.

Keeping it warm

JOY MINNS, LEFT, Arran Stokes and Liz Bicknell hold up blankets created by the Seth Warner - Rhoda Farrand and the John Strong chapters of the DAR. The warm and fleecy covers were donated to the John Graham Homeless Shelter in Vergennes.

Photo courtesy Joy Minns

Monkton MONKTON — The Russell Memorial Library is hosting their annual Valentine and card-making workshop on two different days this year. “Crafternoon” will be on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3:00 p.m. Kids and families will be able to make simple card designs and pop-up cards and take them home after. Also, on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon, adults and children will be able to craft greetings for their loved ones. There will be more complex designs for adults and those who like a challenge. The librarians invite you to come and join in on these fun days for the whole family.

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The librarians would also like to remind you that a program called “Saturday Stories” an on-going event held on the last Saturday of the month. Children will hear stories, sing songs, do simple crafts while having a lot of fun.

Watch for upcoming information about school vacation week, when a fun day of making bird feeders and more will be held.

For any information about library events call 802-453-4471.

Be sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming Rabies Clinic on March 20, at the Monkton Volunteer Fire Department. The clinic will

be held from 6 to 7 p.m. with the Monkton Town Clerk available to register your dog if you have not yet done so. Rabies shots will be $15 for each pet this year. Be sure to bring a copy of your most recent Rabies Vaccination. Your dog needs to be licensed by April 1, so it’s a great way to get its license and shots all in one stop. Don’t forget to have your pet on a leash to protect it and other animals from any problems. You may call the Town Clerk’s office at 802-453-3800 if you have any questions.

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The Addison Independent

Helen Hummel practices her music last fall near A Happy Farm in Antrim, N.H. She now lives in Bristol and has just released her first full-length album, “Many Waters.”

Farms and fans help Helen release first album

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arm-to-table is a common phrase that most of us are used to these days, but how about farm-tomusician? Not so much.

It isn’t every day you meet a rising singer/songwriter who got her start by swapping hard labor on farms for voice lessons and recording studio time.

But that’s exactly what Helen Hummel did.

BY ELSIE LYNN PARINI

It all started in high school and college — an awkward and “roughly silent time” for Hummel.

“I took a job on a farm in Lincoln in exchange

for vocal lessons,” she explained (as if it were totally normal).

“I was 22 at the time and remember thinking, ‘I want to be Anais Mitchell famous,’” she said.

“Music and art were the answer,” added Hummel, who grew up in a musical family playing piano, guitar and singing. “They are still my favorite ways to communicate.”

So Hummel took to the road, traveling around New England pursuing her music and supporting herself with short-term jobs like working at a copy shop in Middlebury, a parking garage attendant in Portland, Maine, a cashier at City Market in Burlington. All the while she experimented with new musical styles, writing methods and visual art techniques.

After graduating from the Red Cedar School in Bristol, she attended Marlboro College, where she focused her studies on visual art, literature and writing.

In 2010, a year after Hummel had graduated, she returned to her alma mater for a concert by Anais Mitchell.

In search of new experiences, warmer weather, and greater musical opportunities, Hummel moved with her sister across the country to Los Angeles in 2013.

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ART Upclose and personal with Britain’s most popular artist GET A GLIMPSE OF TWO DAVID HOCKNEY EXHIBITS DURING THIS GREAT ART WEDNESDAYS SCREENING AT TOWN HALL THEATER

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own Hall Theater continues its Great Art Wednesdays series with a vibrant documentary on living legend David Hockney this Wednesday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. Yup, it’s Valentine’s Day — a great date for the art-lover.

Widely considered Britain’s most popular artist, Hockney is a global sensation with exhibitions in London, New York, Paris and beyond, attracting millions of visitors worldwide. Now entering his ninth decade, Hockney shows absolutely no evidence of slowing down or losing his trademark boldness.

This revealing film by director Phil Grabsky focuses on two blockbuster exhibitions held in 2012 and 2016 at the Royal Academy of Art in London.

It features intimate and in-depth interviews with the artist.

close friend Jonathan Silver in 1997, and much more.

In conversation with Tim Marlow (Artistic Director at the Royal Academy of Arts), Hockney retells anecdotes from across his artistic and personal life — from his first trip abroad to Egypt in 1963, to the effects of the death of his

Running time is 85 minutes. Tickets are $13, or $8 for students and may be purchased at townhalltheater.org, by phone at (802) 382-9222 or in person at the Town Hall Theater Box Office (daily except Sunday, 12-5 p.m.)

“Winter Timber” by David Hockney on an iPad.

“Barry Humphries, 25-28 March 2015” by David Hockney.

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“I didn’t have LA CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 in mind,” she said.

“Our third roommate had a job in LA, so where one went the others followed.”

nice to let my mind wander and be creative.”

For just under three years, she took her Vermont tunes around LA and Hollywood including to The Viper Room on Sunset Strip, in farmers markets, at coffee shops and dive bars, and sometimes on the street in Santa Monica.

Wait, that’s an understatement.

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“I was pitching my solo act to a bunch of 45-year-old dudes in leather pants,” Hummel said. “They’d say, ‘Ya, you have a beautiful voice,’ but they didn’t want to book me …

Another gig paid me in pie, but I couldn’t pay my landlord in pie.”

To make ends meet, Hummel got a full-time job working at the cheese counter at Whole Foods in Pasadena.

Working hard in the fields and in the studio, Hummel was able to record her first fulllength album, “Many Waters.” The album includes 11 original songs, written and composed by Hummel. She even designed the label covers herself.

“MY POOR HIPPY VERMONT HEART WAS HAVING A MELT DOWN.” — Helen Hummel

“I did 35 complete versions of the cover,” Hummel admitted. The hand-drawn images she settled on feature the 12-foot-by-12-foot cabin on her parents’ land in Bristol (where she lives during the warmer months), a scene from the New Haven River- and a self-portrait.

Hummel’s style of music has been described as “Indie Folk” with influences as varied as The Beatles and Bonnie Raitt to Andrew Bird and, yup, don’t forget Anais Mitchell. Her vocal tone and nuanced style playfully bring her stories to life as they fluidly mix with her guitar playing.

Flowing through it all is Hummel’s love of water.

“After almost three years I just couldn’t do it anymore,” Hummel said. The city, billboards, traffic, desert and culture wore on her. “My poor hippy Vermont heart was having a melt down.”

So, she packed up her S-70 Volvo with all of her possessions and headed back East.

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“For me, swimming and music are the same,” she said, reaching back to her childhood memories of singing underwater.

Helen Hummel drew all the artwork by hand on her first full-length album “Many Waters.” Hear her play in Burlington on Feb. 10 at Sidebar or on Feb. 24 at the Skinny Pancake.

“Coming from LA, I wanted the opposite of Hollywood,” she said.

And she got it.

“I had seven of my own songs and zero money,” Hummel remembered. But that didn’t stand in her way. She met a sound engineer who needed some help on her farm in Antrim, N.H., and was willing to trade labor for studio time.

Hummel spent a winter, spring and summer rebuilding a greenhouse, sowing seeds and prepping beds — earning hours in the nearby Musician’s Mission Studio.

“I pitched a tent in the bed of an old pick up truck (mainly to get away from all the ticks) and worked in the fields,” she said. “It was so

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Her first album — a tribute to her love of music and water perhaps — explores specific moments, feelings and sounds in Hummel’s experience. It’s personal with an imaginative flare.

Sophie Shao and Friends February 28

Hamlet Performed by Bedlam March 2

Saint Joan Performed by Bedlam March 3

Moody Amiri March 10

She raised the funds to master and reproduce her work with the help of her Indiegogo campaign. So far, 95 backers have supported $5,308 of her $8,000 goal.

Jeremy Kittel Trio April 13

Steven Isserlis, Cello Richard Egarr, Harpsichord

“I’ve been blown away by the generosity of so many different people,” she said.

April 27

Cyro Baptista’s Banquet of the Spirits

Now Hummel is in the process of taking “Many Waters” on the road throughout Vermont and greater New England, hoping to meet new people and other musicians, further her craft and maybe even form a band.

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OUT OF TOWN Vermont Stage rolls out ‘Doublewide’ at Flynn

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ermont Stage kicks off the New Year with a brand new play and Vermont’s first ever rolling world premiere. “Doublewide,”

by Stephen Spotswood, is a heartfelt and resonant comedy about one family’s pursuit of the American Dream. The Starkeys’ goal is a modest one: To build a home on their one-acre plot of land, replacing their double wide trailer with something their daughter can eventually inherit. When their aspirations are challenged by forces beyond their control, the family must decide just how far they will go to hold on to them... and to each other.

“Doublewide” is produced by Vermont Stage as a part of a National New Play Network (NNPN) Rolling World Premiere. NNPN’s flagship initiative, the rolling world premiere (RWP) program, is shifting the new play paradigm of the one-and-done premiere to a diversified, traveling, multi-production premiere. The RWP program models a process for developing and producing new plays — one that results in stronger work overall and the momentum needed for a play to join the repertoire of frequently produced new American works. This is Vermont Stage’s first foray into this initiative after having joined NNPN as an Associate Member three years ago. It’s also the first time this program has been brought to Vermont audiences to experience. Vermont Stage is partnering with Florida Repertory Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre and Williamston Theatre in Michigan on the production of “Doublewide.”

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NYC-based actress Rebecca Hoodwin and Vermont actor Robert Grimm star in “Doublewide” playing at the FlynnSpace in Burlington now through Feb. 11.

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“D.C.-based playwright Stephen Spotswood has written a terrific new play that uses tremendous humor and heart to, in the words of Langston Hughes, ‘wonder at what happens to a dream deferred’,” said Artistic Director Cristina Alicea. “It is a rare treat to produce a premiere, especially one that so many theatres are interested in supporting in this way. I look forward to adding this thoughtful new play to the zeitgeist and to conversations within our own community.”

“Doublewide” will run for three weeks, from Jan. 24-Feb. 11, at FlynnSpace in Burlington, and will star NYC-based actress Rebecca Hoodwin

as Coral, and Vermont-based actors Jordan Gullikson as Big Jim, Chris Caswell as Sharon, Mary Krantz as Lorelai, and Robert Grimm as Chuck. The show is directed by Vermont Stage artistic director Cristina Alicea, with scenic design by Jeff Modereger, lighting by John B. Forbes, costumes by Suzanne Kneller, sound design by Martha Goode, and production stage management by CJ Holcomb. Playing Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. More information about Vermont Stage and tickets can be found at vermontstage.org or by calling (802) 862-1497.

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IN TOWN The Grift plays jukebox style

one more thing YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS WEEK

NOTTE IN MIDDLEBURY HOSTS FIRST LIVE JUKEBOX BENEFIT EVENING

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n Saturday, Feb. 10, a new kind of concert experience comes to Notte in downtown Middlebury (downstairs Two Brothers).

Jukebox Time Machine lets you choose the songs that The Grift, Vermont’s premiere party band, will play. That’s right, it’s a live jukebox — no dimes or quarters necessary.

Regardless of when you grew up or what music defined your life… The Grift knows the tunes. Guests can select their favorite songs from the band’s ridiculously large play list of ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s hits — even

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summer, led by The Grift’s Clint Bierman. The band stars Declan Anderson (Bridge School alum), Evan Jennison, Preston Connel and Kai Pasciak.

EVER WONDER WHY THE VERGENNES FIVE-TOWN LIBRARY IS NAMED THE BIXBY? OR WHY IT HAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL AND UNUSUAL STAINED-GLASS DOME?

Attendees can also participate in the first annual Not Your Everyday Raffle, featuring an “Adults Night In” and “Kids Night Out” prize packages, valued at $250 and $150, respectively.

“It’s Raining Tacos” if that’s what you’re into.

All proceeds from the door will supporting the Bridge School Scholarship Fund.

The event also features Squig Heart, a local youth band that rocked “RockIt Science Camp” at Bridge School last

General admission at the door is $15 for adults and $10 for kids.

Children 4 and under are free.

Raffle tickets for the “Adults Night In” prize package are $10 each or five tickets for $40.

“Kids Night Out” raffle tickets are $5 each or five tickets for $20. Doors open at 5 p.m. Music starts at 6 p.m.

Find out this Sunday, Feb. 11, at 2 p.m., during an entertaining and informative “reenactment” of how the library came to be and what it is currently doing to be a vital resource for the community. All are welcome.

Refreshments will be served. For more info call Gail at (802) 425-4505

Community Chorus begins rehersals for new season Sunday

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he Middlebury College Community Chorus announces a new season to prepare for its spring concerts, slated for performance in Brandon and Middlebury on Mother’s Day weekend May 12-13. Regular rehearsals are Tuesday and Sunday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. On Sunday, Feb. 11, the group will meet in the Mahaney Center for the Arts room 221. Rehearsals move to their regular location in Mead Chapel beginning Tuesday, Feb.13.

Conductor Jeff Rehbach notes that this concert season offers singers the opportunity to explore a variety of musical styles with texts that describe moonlit nights and sun-filled days, from classical works to spirituals and arrangements of 20th century popular songs for an enjoyable and entertaining program for the spring.

This season’s program includes music for the night written by contemporary American composers Gwyneth Walker and Daniel Elder.

Walker, who lived for many years in Vermont, seeks to capture the lyricism of the E. E. Cummings poem “After all white horses are in bed.” Elder writes his own lyrics for his gentle nocturnes entitled “Lullaby” and “Ballade to the

Moon.” The chorus will also prepare “Evening Prayer” from Humperdinck’s musical setting of “Hansel and Gretel,” and, as night turns to day, the morning chorale “Awake, bright day” from Wagner’s famous opera Die Meistersinger, and Franz Joseph Haydn’s “Behold the sun” from The Seasons.

join in Rehersals are Tuesday and Sunday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. and begin this Sunday, Feb. 11. All high schoolers and adults who can follow a score are welcome to join the chorus.

From world music traditions, the choir will take up a new arrangement of “Yonder Come Day,” a spiritual from the Georgia Sea Islands, as well as a traditional song from Ghana that describes children’s games beneath the bright moon.

Popular tunes on the program include songs such as Lennon & McCartney’s “I’ll Follow the Sun” (as arranged for the King’s Singers, the award-winning British a cappella ensemble that performed in Middlebury just a few months ago), and lyrical choral arrangements of Dolly Parton’s “Light of a Clear Blue Morning” and

Cole Porter’s “Night and Day.” In addition to the Mother’s Day weekend performances, the chorus will also join the Middlebury Wind Ensemble this spring at its concerts on April 20 and 21. This performance will feature Pulitzer prize-winning American composer Aaron Copland’s “The Promise of Living” and the Vermont premiere of “Meridian,” a stirring work scored for piano solo, winds and chorus by noted contemporary composer Ola Gjeilo, with Tim Guiles as piano soloist.

Rehbach continues as director of the College Community Chorus, and Tim Guiles returns as the choir’s virtuoso accompanist. The chorus welcomes all interested singers (high schoolers and adults) to join the ensemble during the month of February. Participants should plan to attend at least one rehearsal each week.

Numbering 100 singers, the group is open without audition or mandatory fees to all singers who can follow a musical score. Its members travel from throughout the region to participate in this 150-year-old community tradition, hosted by Middlebury College. For more info visit go.middlebury.edu/communitychorus or contact director Jeff Rehbach at rehbach@ middlebury.edu or (802) 989-7355.

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CALENDAR

DANCE

CONTRA DANCE IN CORNWALL. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7-9:30 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall, Route 30.

Featuring David Kaynor calling to live banjo and fiddle music by Red Dog Riley. $5-10/person (sliding scale). All are welcome. No experience or partner necessary. More info at 802-462-3722.

FILM “DAVID HOCKNEY AT THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ARTS” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 11 a.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. In-depth and intimate interviews with Britain’s most popular artist during his hugely successful shows at the Royal Academy of Arts in 2012 and 2016. Part of THT’s Great Art Wednesdays series.

Tickets: adults $13/students $8 available at 802382-9222, townhalltheater.org, at the box office Mon.-Sat. 12-5 p.m., or at the door.

“13TH” SCREENING AND DISCUSSION IN LINCOLN. Wednesday, Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m., Lincoln Library, West River Rd. Come see the film by Ava DuVernay that chronicles the progression from the second qualifying clause of the 13th Amendment to the horrors of mass criminalization and the sprawling American prison industry. With a potent mixture of archival footage and testimony from a dazzling array of activists, politicians, historians, and formerly incarcerated women and men. More info at bridgesoflincoln@gmail.com.

“L’ELISIR D’AMORE” LIVE STREAM IN HD IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Feb. 17, 1 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. The MET’s production of Donizetti’s comedy. A free talk about the opera will be given on the lower level before the broadcast at 12:15 p.m. Tickets: adults $24/$10 students, and are available at 802-382-9222, townhalltheater.org, at the box office Mon.-Sat. 12-5 p.m., or at the door.

“AMERICAN HONEY” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Feb. 17, 3 and 8 p.m., Dana auditorium, Sunderland

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“I AM EVIDENCE” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. The MNFF Winter Screening Series present this documentary directed by Trish Adlesic and produced by Mariska Hargitay. Watch the trailers, read more about the films and buy tickets at middfilmfest.org. A series pass, covering admission to all six films, is available for $60. Individual tickets to the films are $12. Also available on the THT website, at the THT box office or day of show.

JUST FOR FUN “AN EVENING FOR PORTER” IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Feb. 8, 6-8 p.m., Edgewater Gallery at the Falls. A benefit for UVM Health Network-Porter Medical Center, featuring food and drinks from Two Brothers Tavern, cocktails by Aqua ViTea Spirits and a raffle for the original Rory Jackson CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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painting, “Dry Quarry Stream.” Raffle tickets $10.

More info at portermedical.org/tickets.

6TH ANNUAL MAPLE FEST IN SHOREHAM. Saturday, Feb. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Platt Memorial Library, 279 Main St. A benefit with a concert

by Brandon’s Nelson Bandella, a maple dessert contest and a raffle. Submit your favorite maple dessert for the crowd to sample an rate. Free.

Attendees are asked to just bring their appetites and plenty of cash for voting. Dessert entries must include Vermont Maple Syrup and a recipe card. Entry forms are available at the library or at plattlib.org. More info at the Platt; 802-897-2647 or platt@shoreham.net; Carol Causton at 802-8972747 or cacauston@gmail.com; or Judy Stevens at 802-897-7031 or judystevens@shoreham.net.

MEET MR. BIXBY! in Vergennes. Sunday, Feb., 11, 2 p.m., Bixby Library, 258 Main St. Ever wonder why our five-town library is named the Bixby? Or maybe why it has such a beautiful and unusual stained-glass dome? Please join us for an entertaining and informative “reenactment” of how the library came to be and what it is currently doing to be a vital resource for our community. All are welcome. Refreshments. More info contact Gail at 802-425-4505.

MUSIC PAUL ASBELL ON STAGE IN BRANDON. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. The multi-faceted Asbell performs what he calls “steel string Americana” music from his three solo albums. Concert tickets $20. Pre-concert dinner available for $25. Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. More info at 802-247-4295, info@brandonmusic.net or online at brandon-music.net ALEX SMITH AND JACOB BRILLHART PERFORM IN LINCOLN. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall, 52 River Rd. Singer songwriter Smith and fiddler Brillhart will perform “mountain folk” for the Burnham Music Series. Tickets $10 adults/teens and kids free. More info call 802-388-6863.

OPEN MIC IN BRANDON. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Sister Wicked, 3 West Seminary St. Bring your instrument, your talent and your singing voice and have a rocking time strutting your stuff.

MOOSE CROSSING IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Come delight in the sounds of Moose Crossing, from Duke Ellington and Frank Sinatra, to Miles Davis and John Coltrane, as well as some hard driving funk tunes from Josef Zawinul to Herbie Hancock and some original jazz music too.

Free, open to the public and accessible to those with disabilities. Part of The Residence’s Sunday Music series. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

COMMUNITY CHORUS IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Feb. 11, 7-8:30 p.m., Room 221, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Tuesday,

Feb. 13, and Tuesday, Feb. 20, 7-8:30 p.m., Mead Chapel. Come join the chorus — in a special location — as it prepares music for its spring concerts in early May, as well as a special appearance with the Middlebury Wind Ensemble in mid-April. Open to all, high schoolers and adults, who love to sing.

More info contact conductor Jeff Rehbach at rehbach@middlebury.edu or 802-989-7355. “‘[SHE IS] BEAUTIFUL:’ THE DOUBLE PIPE IN GREEK MUSIC, RELIGION, AND VASE PAINTING” IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Feb. 16, 12:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Professors Damascus Kafumbe, Pavlos Sfyroeras, and Pieter Broucke team up for a multipronged contextualization of the musical ritual on an alabastron by the Emporion Painter that was recently acquired by the museum. Part of the Fridays at the Museum series. Free.

JOSH AND ROSE TABOR: OLD HYMNS AND FIDDLE TUNES IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Feb. 16, 3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Enjoy an afternoon of delightful and familiar music when Josh and Rose Tabor perform on guitar and fiddle. Free, open to the public and accessible to those with disabilities. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802388-1220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

THE GRACE KELLY QUARTET IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Experience saxophonist, singer, and composer Kelly, who plays with the heart and passion of an old soul yet with the genre-bending zest and energy of a 25-year-old. Tickets $28 adults/$22 Middlebury College faculty, staff, emeriti, and alumni/$10 youth 18 and under/$6 for Middlebury College students. Available at 802-443-MIDD (6433) or middlebury.edu/arts/tickets.

3 RAVENS IN CONCERT IN BRISTOL. Saturday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m., The Walkover Gallery and Concert Room, 15 Main St. The next installment of Walkover’s Cabin Fever Series. Tickets $15 in advance and $20 day of the show. For reservations or more info call 802-453-3188, ex2.

PAUL ASBELL IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. National recording artist and affiliate artist Paul Asbell performs his unique blend of blues, jazz, and American roots music. Free.

BOB RECUPERO AND MICHAEL CORN IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Michael and Bob play a wide range of tunes including jazz from the 1930s & ’40s, standards and fun singa-longs. Free, open to the public and accessible to those with disabilities. Part of The Residence’s Sunday Music series. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-3881220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

NATASHA KOVAL PADEN, PIANO, PERFORMS IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Feb. 18, 4 p.m., Robison

| ARTS+LEISURE | Thursday, February 8, 2018 — PAGE 7 Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. In “Song, Dance, and Story” Ukrainian native and affiliate artist Natasha Koval Paden will feature the rhythms of song, dance and story in a selection of works by Liszt, Chopin, and Liapunov. Free.

THEATER “PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE” ON STAGE IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Feb. 8, Friday, Feb. 9, Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Opening night for the Middlebury Community Players’ production of Steve Martin’s long-running OffBroadway absurdist comedy of historical fiction, which finds Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso meeting in a Parisian cafe in 1904, just before the renowned scientist transformed physics with his theory of relativity and the celebrated painter set the art world afire with cubism. Tickets $17 plus $2 THT preservation fee (Thursday night tickets are $12 plus $1 THT preservation fee), available at Town Hall Theater Box Office Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. or 802-382-9222.

“QUILTERS, THE MUSICAL” IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Feb. 11, 7 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, 2 Duane Court. A moving play about a pioneer woman and her daughters that portrays the lot of women on the prairie through music, dance and drama. Free will donation.

PUCCINI’S “MADAMA BUTTERFLY” IN BRANDON. Saturday, Feb. 17, 7 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Come hear Barn Opera’s debut performance. Vermont-based opera professionals will stage this tragically romantic work as a benefit for the Compass Music and Arts Foundation. Invitations sent to anyone making a donation of $50 or more to the Foundation. More info at barnopera@brandonmusic.net or at 802-247-4295.

VALENTINE’S DATES ART AND CHOCOLATE, A FUN(D)RAISER IN SALISBURY. Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Salisbury Public Library, 918 Maple St. Buy your Valentine a delectable sweet, a jewel, a basket, a quilt, a painting, a new hat, or custom made poem.

Children’s activity and free coffee.

VALENTINES DINNER DANCE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Feb. 10, 5-11 p.m., VFW Post 7823, 530 Exchange St. Come enjoy happy hour, a roast pork from Pratt’s store with accompanying mashed potatoes, gravy, glazed carrots, salad, rolls and desert, then dance to the Starline Rhythm Boys. Tickets $15/person, $20/person at the door, if available. More info/RSVP at 802388-9468, by Feb. 3.

CHOCOLATE DELIGHT NIGHT IN NEW HAVEN. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7-9 p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard, 142 River Rd. Enjoy food and wine and help support the New Haven Community Library.

Many fabulous chocolate desserts to choose from. $10/person. Lincoln Peak wines may be purchased by the glass.

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Meet the chef

Jeff Silver from The Lobby in Middlebury

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hefs can be a particular lot, with specific preferences and particular methods to getting their culinary creations just so. But the relatively new chef at The Lobby in Middlebury is quite the opposite.

direction,” Silver said, adding that he especially likes hand-foods — you know plates you can share that don’t require a knife and fork.

“There’s no ego in my food,” chef Jeff Silver said in an interview last week. “What matters is that customers enjoy it and want to come back for more. The sustainability of the restaurant is the most important thing.”

“I collect cookbooks and like to take old recipes and infuse them with a modern take,” said Silver, who got his start cooking with his mom, dad and aunt in Rye Brook, N.Y. “I eat simply at home, but love to come up with really good flavors.”

Silver joined the team at The Lobby (part of the restaurant group that includes Park Squeeze and Black Sheep Bistro in Vergennes, as well as The Bearded Frog in Shelburne) this past November. Since then he has worked closely with the group’s executive chef, Andrea Cousineau, to create a new menu that launched just last month.

While still in college (earning his bachelor’s in History from the University of Hartford in Connecticut) Silver got his start as a dishwasher and salad maker at a 200-plus seat restaurant in Bloomfield, Conn.

BY ELSIE LYNN PARINI

“We had a really good time creating and launching the new menu,” Silver said. But it didn’t happen right away. “I think it is more important to come into a new kitchen and get comfortable working as a team than to change the menu right away,” he explained, giving kudos to his team of four in The Lobby’s kitchen. “Plus cooking someone else’s menu is a great way to learn new things.”

See … no ego.

But Silver certainly has brought his own touch to the downtown Middlebury eatery.

“The new menu has Italian influences with Mediterranean flavors, but in more of a pub

Some of the new dishes on the menu include three mini calzones (each a different flavor), a phyllo vegetable gratin over rosemary and arugula pesto, a vegetable parmesan sub and a throwback to Silver’s favorite sandwich growing up: a pulled pork sandwich that’s served like a French dip.

“Becoming a chef has been an evolution for me,” said the 48-year-old who took a break from the culinary industry for eight years (1994-2002) to join his family’s real estate development company in Darien, Conn.

While engaged in construction management Silver worked on several restaurant projects.

“It taught me that creating systems of efficiency to make everyone’s tasks easier is the ultimate goal of any well oiled machine,” he said.

That’s true for Silver in the kitchen, too. “Eighty percent is organization and coordination, the other 20 percent is culinary creative skill.”

Silver’s cooking experience expanded in Hartford and New York City, where he had “opportunities to work under really talented, CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

Jeff Silver took over as head chef at The Lobby in Middlebury this past November.

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YEASTED BREAD WITH EINKORN WHEAT Adapted from the “Tassajara Bread Book” by Jeff Silver, chef at The Lobby in Middlebury.

“EINKORN IS AN ANCIENT WHEAT THAT HAS NEVER BEEN HYBRIDIZED...

IT CREATES A LOAF WITH A SPONGY CRUMB AND A REMARKABLE DEPTH OF FLAVOR.” — Jeff Silver INGREDIENTS: 7 cups einkorn flour 3 cups warm water 3 tablespoons organic sugar

2 tablespoons active dry yeast 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon olive oil

DIRECTIONS: Place yeast, sugar and water in a mixing bowl, stir and allow to dissolve for 15 minutes.

Combine the mixture with flour, oil and salt, mix or knead for 10 minutes.

Cover and allow dough to rise for 30 minutes.

Punch down dough and form into a loaf.

Place dough in a well greased bread pan.

Preheat oven to 350F. Allow dough to rise for 30 minutes.

Bake for 1 hour or until golden brown.

patient people,” he said. “Those were my building blocks to becoming a better cook, chef and leader.”

wood-fired-bagel business.

In the winter of 2002, Silver moved to Vermont to work at Smugglers’ Notch Resort as a snowboard instructor. He spent five seasons teaching and then became a supervisor at the mountain until 2013.

“It was called Mtn Seasons in Jeffersonville,” Silver explained. It started out like a CSA with about 50 people, then we started selling bagels and breakfast sandwiches at farmers’ markets, and then we opened our own brick-and-mortar business right near Smuggs.”

During his last year at Smuggs, Silver and a co-owner launched their own

Unfortunately, the lack of snow in 2016 kept customers from the

mountain and Mtn Seasons had to close its doors. “It was a great experience learning how to grow a business,” Silver said.

He “cooked-around” for a bit at The Mix in Jeffersonville, the Champlain Country Club in Swanton, and the Kitchen Table Bistro and Hatchet in Richmond before coming to Middlebury.

“I was looking for a new place to

land and these guys were looking for a new person to lead,” said Silver, who now lives in North Ferrisburgh with his girlfriend Hilary Gifford. “She’s a farmer and sells her vegetables to restaurants; it’s a cool relationship.”

The couple met while working at Hatchet and hope to expand this summer. Keep an eye out for “Farmer Hil” and chef Silver — good things are sure to come.

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T HEATER

OWN HALL

Merchants Row, Middlebury, VT Tickets: 802-382-9222 www.townhalltheater.org Preservation Fee: $1-$2 per ticket

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MIDDLEBURY COMMUNITY PLAYERS

10 YEARS: THE CAMERON PRINT PROJECT. On view Jan. 9-April 29, featuring 29 works of art produced over the past decade in a series of annual collaborations between visiting artists and advanced printmaking students. The Middlebury College Museum of Art, located in the Mahaney Center for the Arts, Route 30, Middlebury. (802) 443-5007 or museum. middlebury.edu.

Comedian Steve Martin’s absurd comedy of historical fiction finds Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso meeting in a bar in Paris in 1904, the year before Einstein’s theory of relativity and Picasso’s transition into cubism.

ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN AND EARLY EUROPEAN ART. Ongoing exhibit, highlighting an Egyptian Old Kingdom relief and an early fifteenth-century Italian panel painting. Lower Gallery at the Middlebury College Museum of Art, 72 Porter Field Road, Middlebury. (802) 443-5007.

Thu–Sat 2/8–10 @ 7:30pm; Sun 2/11 @ 2pm $12 Thu/$17 Fri–Sun

PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE

In the Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater

ELINOR STEELE TAPESTRY

February 10 – March 31, 2018 Opening Reception Friday, February 16, 5 - 7pm Vermont designer/weaver Elinor Steele Friml will display examples representing forty years of dedication to the art of contemporary hand-woven tapestry.

Wed 2/14 11am $13/ $8 Students GREAT ART WEDNESDAYS

DAVID HOCKNEY

AT THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ARTS Widely considered Britain’s most popular artist, David Hockney is a global sensation with exhibitions in London, New York, Paris and beyond, attracting millions of visitors worldwide.

Sat 2/17 1pm $24/ $10 Students

L’ELISIR D’AMORE

MET IN HD — Soprano Pretty Yende debuts a new role at the Met as the feisty Adina, opposite Matthew Polenzani. Bartlett Sher’s production is charming, with deft comedic timing, but also emotionally revealing.

Scott Morrison will give a free talk at 12:15pm in the studio.

ELINOR STEELE TAPESTRY. On view Feb. 10-March 31, featuring Elinor Steele Friml’s 40 years of dedication to the art of contemporary handwoven tapestry. The exhibit will include works from several of her series, including abstract and impressionistic images, landscapes and geometric compositions. An opening reception will be held on Friday, Feb. 16 from 5-7 p.m. Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. (802) 382-9222 or townhalltheater.org.

STORIES ON COLLECTING & COLLECTIONS FROM VERMONT EXPERTS. BigTown Gallery in Vergennes will host James H. Maroney, Jr. this Thursday, Feb. 8, 6 p.m. and Suki Fredericks on Thursday, Feb. 15, 6 p.m., as part of a group of discussions on art collections and collecting. Refreshments will be served. RSVP recommended (but not required) at info@bigtowngallery. com. BigTown Gallery Vergennes, 245 Main St., Vergennes.

STUDENT ART SHOW. On view Feb. 2-27, featuring the annual show of new artwork by local students from grades K to 12. Brandon Artists Guild, 7 Center St, Brandon. (802) 247-4956 or brandonartistsguild.org.

UP HOME. On view Jan. 16-March 31, featuring hand-colored photographs

by Susanne and Neil Rappaport of Minnie Griswold and her perfectly preserved life in Pawlet. Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St, Middlebury.

(802) 388-4964 or vermontfolklifecenter.org.

Sun 2/18 2pm $12 MIDDLEBURY NEW FILMMAKERS FESTIVAL

I AM EVIDENCE

A riveting and timely documentary of four sexual assault survivors whose rape kits went untested for years, following them as they navigate their way through the criminal justice system and learn that, so often, the system is broken.

WHILE THE TREES RUN. On view Feb. 1-March 11, featuring NoDa’s stable of artists and introducing two new Californian artists: Katie Ruiz and Heather Gordon. Northern Daughters Fine Art Gallery, 221 Main St, Vergennes. (802) 877-2173 or northerndaughters.com.

Wed 2/21 – Fri 2/23 7:30pm $18

DADDY LONG LEGS

THE MUSICAL A heartwarming Cinderella story about a witty and winsome young woman and her mysterious benefactor, Daddy Long Legs is a beloved musical in the spirit of Jane Austen, The Brontë Sisters and Downton Abbey.

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CREATIVE SPACE WINTER SHOW. On view Jan. 1-Feb. 22, featuring the work of over 40 Vermont artists in all types of media including oils, acrylics, encaustics, prints, glassware, woodenware and jewelry.

Creative Space Gallery, 214 Main Street, Vergennes. (802) 877-3850 or creativespacegallery.org.

WINTER INTO SPRING. On view Feb. 3-March 31, featuring paintings by the Blue Swans group, including Klara Calitri, Linda Hampton Smith, Molly Hawley, Patricia LeBon Herb and Yinglei Zhang. An artists’ reception will be held on Friday, Feb. 9, 3:30-5 p.m. Isley Public 75 Main St, Middlebury. (802) 388-4095 or ilsleypubliclibrary.org.

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Don Perdue will give a free demo of sculpting with clay. He will also show how to make and use a basic armature for modeling sculptural works in either water clay or non-drying plastilene along with examples of his own work. Saturday, Feb. 10, 1-2:30 p.m. Middlebury Studio School, Route 7 South, Middlebury. (802) 247-3702.

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MUSIC Folk duo performs in Lincoln

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inger/ songwriter Alex Smith and fiddler Jacob Brillhart bring their unique blend of folk music to the Burnham Music series on Saturday, Feb. 10 in Lincoln.

Smith grew up in Long Lake, in the rural heart of New York’s Adirondack Park, and his music strives first and foremost to echo the people and culture of that area. He builds songs from a blend of traditional folk harmony and strikingly modern lyrics, confronting today’s most pressing issues with a style of honest and accurate observation.

His mother is a historian and his father is a writer and boat builder. Their influence is evident in Smith’s attention to detail.

His stories draw on the

triumphs and hardships of friends, relatives and neighbors near and far.

Smith plays nearly 200 a shows a year. In the fall of 2012, at the close of his first extensive summer tour, Smith signed with folk label Wepecket Island Records. He has since toured internationally both solo and with his band The Mountain Sound, been featured on Emmy-Award winning documentary “Songs To Keep” alongside Pete Seeger, Peter Yarrow and Dan Berggren, won an NTCMA award for his record “Hamilton County,” and received extensive radio play nationwide.

When he’s not on the road, Smith splits his time between the Adirondacks and Leicester.

Fiddler Jacob Brillhart grew up in rural Vermont playing Cape Breton and Scottish style tunes on his grandfather’s fiddle. After

graduating college — where he met and began touring with folk singer Alex Smith — Brillhart moved to Boston where he now studies violin making with master maker Roman Barnas. Brillhart continues to play with Smith, while also teaching fiddle lessons and gigging with other groups.

Brillhart has now retired his grandfather’s fiddle and performs instead on violins he has built himself. Whether playing traditional Celtic tunes or contemporary folk music, you’re bound to find the “Gaelic” in Jacob’s playing.

Saturday’s performance takes place at Burnham Hall, 52 River Road in Lincoln. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults; teens and kids are free. Refreshments will be served. For more information, cal (802) 3886863.

live music JUKEBOX TIME MACHINE WITH THE GRIFT. Saturday, Feb. 10, 5-9 p.m., Notte, Middlebury.

MASEFIELD PERKINS BOLLES. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m., Hatch 31, Bristol.

PAUL ASBELL. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

TOAST. Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Notte, Middlebury.

ALEX SMITH AND JACOB BRILLHART. Saturday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall, Lincoln.

MOOSE CROSSING. Sunday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, Middlebury.

JOSH AND ROSE TABOR. Friday, Feb. 16, 3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, Middlebury.

THE GRACE KELLY QUARTET. Friday, Feb. 16, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Middlebury College.

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FOLLOW MY HEART Music and lyrics by Pauline Frechette

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ith her latest EP release, “Follow My Heart,” Pauline Frechette creates emotional music that is simple and melodic with poetic lyrics that tell her story. The EP includes both a vocal version and instrumental version of the same song. In the vocal rendition, Pauline’s technically demanding tune is delivered with such a purity of heart and with such honesty that it created quite a visceral effect on me. I felt myself pulled into her world. In fact, I was caught quite unaware of how deeply it affected me emotionally.

BY RON POWERS

There is something about the breathy delivery of her intimate lyrics that brought me back to the pains of my own early discoveries of love and life. Here’s just a sample of her lyrics: “Follow my heart to a time when I first discovered love, and the summer wind caressed my salty tears.”

“Follow my heart to a time when I first discovered life, with the beauty of a symphony I cried.” … “There, all alone I was one with the night. Barely breathing, capturing the stars.”

There’s something about that last line, sung with cascading notes accompanying it, that took me back to my teens — lying on the beach, listening to the waves and allowing myself to get lost in the stars.

After falling in love with the vocal rendition, I wasn’t sure I wanted to hear it as an instrumental. But I was pleasantly surprised to find myself again transferred from Earth into the stars with the strength of her communication being told in her melody alone, even devoid of any lyric. Stewart Cole is featured on trumpet in this sensual and jazzy instrumental version. Known for his virtuosity with Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros, Stewart brought his own brand of dynamic flare and personality to the song. I could easily hear either track, the vocal version or the instrumental, being played in a smoke filled jazz club somewhere in Paris or Berlin. It’s definitely a song that will stay with you.

David Campbell is the arranger/producer of this EP. He has done arrangements on more than 500 gold and platinum records. With Pauline Frechette’s, “Follow My Heart” he has created yet another stellar arrangement by weaving two cellos, one acoustic bass and a tenor saxophone into a landscape of musical counter-point.

The music and vocals to “Follow My Heart” were recorded together live in Hollywood, at Capitol Records, Studio B where legendary singers like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin recorded some of their most classic songs. Not a wonder that Frechette chose that studio to record “Follow My Heart” since her song has all the markings of becoming a classic itself.

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the movie THE SHAPE OF WATER — RUNNING TIME: 2:03 — RATING: R This is a tough one. On one hand, “The Shape of Water” offers us hatred, cruelty, nudity, violence, murder and beatings. On the other, it offers a tender love story between two afflicted people who lose themselves in a beautiful romance. The time is the Cold War. The place is a dark, decrepit Baltimore building that is a lab space for creating a creature that will become a weapon against the Russians.

Close friends Elisa (Sally Hawkins) and Zelda (Octavia Spencer) have janitorial work passes to clean the building without oversight. Elisa’s sharp intelligence allows her to pick up on the clues left behind by the men who are working on the secret project.

The studio puts it this way: “At a top secret research facility in the 1950s, a lonely janitor forms a unique relationship with an amphibious creature that is being held in captivity.” True enough, though I would add “in deepest covert Cold War secrecy” in order to explain the dark gloom that surrounds their relationship. The amphibious creature (Doug Jones) has been created for deep cover use by U.S. intelligence.

We endure the comings and goings of brutal intelligence agents whose presence is lightened only by Dr. Hoffstetler (Michael Stuhlbarg), a man who has a formal, abiding respect for the creature. His American colleague is played by Michael Shannon who is convincing as a government agent wrapped in physical brutality — especially when carrying an electric prod.

When Elisa enlists the support of her lonely upstairs neighbor, Giles (Richard Jenkins), this sweet, bumbling fellow agrees to help her save the sea creature she now loves. The always fine Spencer creates Zelda, the loyal, wise friend who will stand by Elisa through the nightmare that lies ahead. She understands the gestures and signals of her silent friend.

Sally Hawkins and Octavia Spencer in “The Shape of Water” (2017).

silently through life with only the friendship of Zelda and Giles, that nice guy across the hall. In this role, Hawkins utters not a word for two hours but tells us everything through the subtlety of her facial expressions and the language of her hands and eyes. Here’s a salute to Hawkins for making Elisa the woman who turns the movie — against all odds — into a sweet fable. After you are thoroughly on Elisa’s side, look forward to one of the most lovely dream sequences ever to grace the screen.

Throughout this strange and riveting story, one question rumbles in our heads: who thought this up? Who has the brain that could imagine these odd pieces and fit them together? If an ordinary person tried to write and film this story, rejection would surely follow. But Guillermo del Toro is not an ordinary person. He and the extraordinary Hawkins, have turned his odd idea into a stunning fable. It is marred only by the barbarism of the ludicrous American intelligence agents. The Academy overlooked that and gave this film 13 Oscar nominations.

— Reviewed by Joan Ellis

Elisa is a lovely young woman who can’t speak a word. She has walked

the book AN AMERICAN MARRIAGE — BY TAYARI JONES Algonquin Books

Tayari Jones, author of “Silver Sparrow,” strikes multiple marks with her novel about a young, upwardly mobile, African-American couple whose lives are devastated when he is falsely accused, then incarcerated for rape. On the surface, Celestial and Roy’s interrupted American dream, the love triangle that ensues, and their complex family dynamics are fodder for an engaging, highly readable novel. Jones narrates from multiple points of view and includes a lengthy epistolary sections, which moves the reader right along. But simmering just below these requisite-for-abestseller-traits are some serious, timely issues involving race, justice and marital commitment. These themes elevate the novel, forcefully but gracefully instructing the reader, particularly the white one, in the unavoidable truths of being black in America.

Among them, that no matter how far you’ve come — how much education you’ve had, or how enthusiastically you have embraced bourgeoisie — the color of your skin is inescapable.

— Reviewed by Becky Dayton, of The Vermont Book Shop

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by Sarah Vaughan The Perfect Nanny,

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HOME How empty-nesters can transform their homes

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fter bringing home a bubbly baby boy or girl, it can be hard for parents to imagine that a day will come when their kids are off to college and then onto their

own apartment or house.

After spending decades nurturing and caring for children, parents are then left with a suddenly quiet house and probably much more time to spare.

If saying goodbye to the kids also means extra house, there’s the option to downsize or make that

extra space more useful.

Homeowners who choose to stay put can renovate vacant rooms into spaces that meet their newfound needs. Here are a few ideas: Hobby haven: If you’ve always meant to set up a crafting room, home-

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Guest suite: If you’ve never had a spare bedroom to entertain guests, a child’s former bedroom can fit

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Living room redo: When there’s an entire soccer team coming over to hang out, that large sectional sofa or modular seating may be ideal. Now that the kids are out of the house and their friends are no longer coming over for movie night, living rooms can be made more intimate with small-scale seating. A small sofa and two comfortable chairs may be a more fitting option.

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Expanded bathroom: If space has always been at a premium in the bathroom, borrow area from an empty bedroom and turn it into a spa. Install a soaking tub separate from the shower, and fill the room with other amenities, such as a warming lamp or even a small sauna.

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Adult Education Classes Call to Register TODAY - 802-382-1004

Construction Management Classes Want to take your construction skills to the next level? This series of classes is intended to help working or aspiring construction professionals advance their skills. Sign up for individual classes or take 10% off if you take the whole series. For more information, call 382-1004.

Reading Residential & Light Commercial Blueprints Mon; 4:30-6:30P; Feb 26-Mar 26; 10 Hrs; $155; Instructor Bryan Waters of Addison Residential Design Management.

This course will help build the skills of those working in or entering the construction field by teaching how to interpret common construction drawings including site and building plans, elevations, sections, mechanical drawings and schematics, exploded views, and specification documents.

Emphasis will be placed on understanding construction documents in the applications that individual students encounter them. Includes architect’s scale and reference guide.

Communication Using Google Docs Wed; 5:00-7:00P; Mar 21-Apr 4; 6 Hrs; $75.

Are you communicating effectively with clients and contractors using Google Docs? This series of classes will start with the basics of creating a document and lead you through the key components to make your documents look professional by setting the margins, fonts, and colors you need; share editing or reading privileges by applying the proper sharing settings as needed; insert images, tables, and equations; and provide comments on the document to co-workers or clients. Each class will have guided instruction and time to apply the skills to a document of your choice for use in your particular area.

Critical Path Scheduling (Still seeking instructor, call if interested in teaching or being notified if this class will run) Wed; 4:30-6:30P; Mar 7-Mar 14; 4 Hrs; $50.

This series of classes will introduce the basics of Critical Path Scheduling in the construction setting. Software such as MS Project, MS Excel, and Ganttify will be demonstrated and explored.

Intermediate Level MS Excel Tue; 5:00-7:00P; Mar 20, 27 & Apr 3; 6 Hrs; $75.

Need help creating or formatting spreadsheets for construction applications?

This series can help you get more comfortable with using Excel for critical path scheduling, take-offs, timesheets, estimating, and more.

Take-Offs and Estimating (Still seeking instructor, call if interested in teaching or being notified if this class will run) Mon; 4:30-6:30P; Apr 2, 9 & 16; 6 Hrs; $75.

Learn about available tools for estimating including the Construction Master, vendor apps, and others. Develop good estimating skills including consistency and documentation.Create an accurate estimate quickly and learn how to avoid the common mistakes in estimating and quantity takeoffs.

OSHA General Industry Please call to express interest. Eight hours of online classroom support available 8:00-3:00 weekdays or evenings by appointment; $150.

This online training course consists of 13 interactive modules discussing workplace safety and procedures. Students who successfully complete all modules will receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Card.

Hazard Analysis for Critical Control Points (HACCP) Eight hours of online classroom support; $300. Please call to express interest.

Learn how to minimize food safety hazards in a food processing environment and create a HACCP plan. International HACCP Association certification is awarded with a passing final exam grade.

Register using one of the following ways: • WALK IN - 8 AM to 3 PM, Monday-Friday • FAX IN - (802) 388-2591 • BY MAIL OR PHONE - (802) 382-1004 • ONLINE at www.hannafordcareercenter.org/ adult-education You will not be contacted unless class is cancelled.

Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Intro to Residential Construction Tue; 5-7P; Feb 13-Apr 3; 16 Hrs; $245.

This class is intended to build participants’ knowledge of basic construction for employment, self-reliance, or communicating with construction professionals.

Two hour sessions will be divided between class time and shop time. No prior experience necessary, but ability to read a tape measure is helpful. Work shoes and long pants required. Topics covered include: • Carpentry and light construction vocabulary • Hand and power tool use and safety • Intro to scale drawings and blueprints • Basic framing including floor, wall, door, window, rafter, & roof layouts • Familiarity with construction and job site math Shielded Metal Arc Welding I Scheduled Fall 2018; 30 Hrs; $550. Please call to express interest in a Spring 2018 class.

A beginner course to introduce students to the art and science of welding. Focus is developing hands-on proficiency. This process commonly known as “stick welding” is the standard for a variety of industries and applications. Hands-on practice with supervisor instruction ensures students develop proper technique.

Also includes intro to MIG, TIG and cutting.

WINTER 2018

Licensed Nurse Assistant Program (LNA) Mon & Wed; 5-8:30P; Mar 19- May 26; $1,920. Additional $150 needed for LNA License application and testing fees. A non-refundable $50 deposit is required to enroll in this class.

This course will prepare the student to apply for Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) licensure with the State Board of Nursing. The program is targeted to individuals who are interested in beginning level skilled position in healthcare and immediate employment. Official signed verification of immunizations/titers is mandatory and must be presented to the instructor.

A criminal background check may be required prior to clinical placement or employment.

Web Design Mon; 6-8P; Feb 26-Apr 23; 18 Hrs; $225.

Need to create a website for your business or hobby? This is the class for you! We will start with the basics of planning and designing an effective website and then cover topics such as what are the many different Web Design Tools out there? What is HTML and why do I need to know it? We will learn about text and graphics in web design; applying appropriate color, fonts, images, image maps and hotspots, links, tables and lists and much more.

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II Mon & Wed; 5:30-8P; Feb 26-Apr 4; 30 Hrs; $600.

Designed to enhance SMAW welding skills and either prepare students for taking structural steel welder performance qualification test(s) or expand skills to include TIG and MIG welding. Prerequisite: SMAW Level I or instructor permission. Combined tuition: $1,100 for SMAW Level I & Level II

MS Excel Classes Take individually for $75 each or sign up for all three for $200.

CDL Driver Training Begins May 14; $5200 for Class A; $3500 for Class B. The Hannaford Career Center has teamed up with Giroux General Transport of Barre to offer classroom and behind-the-wheel CDL driver training in Middlebury.

More information available at www.cdlschoolinvt.com. Call HCC at 382-1004 for scholarship and financing options. Clean driving record, background check, and random substance testing required.

Excel 2 - Intermediate Tue; 5-7P; Mar 20, 27 & Apr 3; 6 Hrs; $75.

Sorting & filtering; functions and advanced formulas; charts & graphs.

Forklift Operator Safety Training Please call to express interest. Class will be scheduled when minimum class size is met. Four hours; $100.

Designed for all powered “lift truck” operators in manufacturing, construction and retail. The course will cover an overview of the regulations (29 CFR 1910.178), training requirements, forklift basics and characteristics, operating rules of the road, truck inspection (hands-on), dock safety, parking, and the stability triangle.

Fundamentals of Natural Gas Mon & Wed; 5:30-8:30P; Feb 26-Mar 28; 30 Hrs; $600.

Required for State of Vermont Certification, course focuses on subjects critical to ensuring the safe and efficient use of natural gas. The subjects will be presented through lectures, videos, demonstrations, and weekly tests. This course is not a hands-on course designed to train students to become service technicians, therefore students should have related field experience. Under the Fire Prevention and Building Code, there is a state requirement that anyone who installs, repairs or maintains natural gas equipment must obtain training and certification in natural gas. The Fire Prevention Division of the Vermont Department of Labor and Industry is the regulating body for this program. What you will learn: Combustion Theory, National Fuel Gas Codes, Venting, Hazard Recognition, Carbon Monoxide, Electricity, and Natural Gas Appliances.

Small Engine Repair Tues; 6-8P; Feb 27-Apr 3; 12 Hrs; $144.

Learn small engine repair for your business or hobby. This class will combine classroom instruction with shop time to learn small engine repair basics while working on your own small engine project (pending instructor approval). Topics covered include: • Routine preventative maintenance • Trouble shooting and diagnostics • Standard procedures and tool use • Engine theory and operation

Excel 1 - Introduction Tue; 5-7P; Feb 27, Mar 6 & 13; 6 Hrs; $75.

The basics - the Interface; cut, copy & paste; formatting; basic formula and Fill Handle.

Excel 3 - Advanced Tue; 5-7P; Apr 10, 17 & 24; 6 Hrs; $75.

T3-D formulas; subtotals; data analysis & pivot tables.

Makerspace Under Construction Do you want to explore your interests, make something from nothing, and feed your maker mindset? Over the next 6 months, we are hoping to generate enough interest to begin hosting Makerspace opportunities in some of the HCC program labs. A Makerspace is a place where anyone with an interest has the chance to make, learn, and explore their creativity and undiscovered talent by accessing a range of high tech and low tech tools. This will most likely start with our Engineering/ CAD lab and expand to include Woodshop, Welding Lab, and Machine Shop as interest permits. The HCC Makerspace would have a monthly membership fee and a one-time safety training requirement for each lab used. Please email Len Schmidt at lschmidt@pahcc.org for further information.

Adult Education classes in Welding meet the Makerspace safety training requirement for that lab, and Intro to Residential Construction can fulfill the safety training requirement for use of the Woodshop. Please call 382-1004 if you would like to join the Makers email list and we will keep you informed as this exciting opportunity develops!

Cooking and Eating Sustainably Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op Join us each Wednesday from 5:30-7:30P. March 21 - April 25 $30 per class.

See full listings and descriptions at: middlebury.coop/participate/workshops-classes/

For more information check out our website www.hannafordcareercenter. org/adult-education

The Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center does not discriminate on the basis or race, color, national origin, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or handicapping conditions.

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