Monday, March 25, 2019

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 30 No. 45

Middlebury, Vermont

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Monday, March 25, 2019

• Unique photographs of Vt. nature are at the Jackson Gallery. Arts Beat tells about the opening reception, Page 10.

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350.org grew from Isham’s 2005 class

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS MIDDLEBURY — In January 2005, tsunamis had just killed more than 200,000 people along the coasts of the Indian Ocean. George W. Bush took the oath of office for his second term as president of the United States.

The Second Battle of Fallujah — the bloodiest engagement of the Iraq War — had just come to end, and Iraqi citizens were preparing for an election.

That same month, a Winter Term class taught by Middlebury College Professor of Economics and Environmental Studies Jon Isham gave birth to a new climate movement.

In fact, the course itself was called “Building the New Climate Movement.”

(See 350.org, Page 13)

New GM comes to Basin Harbor • A veteran of independent hotels wants more locals to enjoy Ferrisburgh business’s amenities. See Page 2.

New schedule at VUHS seeks student ‘equity’

Men’s lacrosse opens at home

• NESCAC rival Bowdoin visited on Saturday as the Panthers looked to reach .500.

See Page 19.

Some protest lack of input, communication

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MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE FRESHMAN Eliza Broughton, left, kicks water at her Panther teammate Sarah Howard during their log-rolling session in the school’s natatorium on March 16. Log-rollers can do anything except touch their opponents to be the last one standing on the log, explained Middlebury coach Danielle Rougeau.

• A presentation at Dead Creek tells how citizens aid in conservation. See Page 18.

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Walk for climate has deep roots at college

See patterns in landscapes

State depends on citizen scientists

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Independent photo/Steve James

By MARIN HOWELL VERGENNES — Major changes in class schedules are in the works at Vergennes Union High School.

Administrators are making the changes, which include yearlong classes and removing band and chorus sessions from students’ lunch period to make them formal classes.

This comes in part in response (See VUHS, Page 7)

Innovation nets Fosters national farm honor

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Foster Brothers Farm Inc. is seeing its already solid reputation grow exponentially, thanks to a national award it received recently.

The Middlebury dairy farm — also home to Vermont Natural Ag Products (VNAP) — was recently named “2019 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year,” a distinction conferred annually by

the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) and Dairy Herd Management Magazine.

Foster Brothers is the first New England farm to be so honored.

“I was really honored by (the award), to receive it on behalf of our group,” Robert Foster said during a March 7 interview. “It’s humbling, and something we will have to live up to.”

The distinction follows on the heels of another

award. Last October UVM’s Grossman School of Business recognized the farm and VNAP as an “Outstanding Vermont Legacy Family Enterprise.”

It was George and Luella Chaffee who founded the Foster Brothers Farm during the 1930s. Their grandsons Howard, Ben, and George and their spouses demonstrated their commitment in the (See Foster Brothers, Page 16)

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Mosquito New Basin Harbor manager eyeing local outreach district seeks suit dismissal

By RUSSELL JONES BRANDON — The BLSG Mosquito District has filed an addendum to its original permit request that includes additional information on what it is spraying in the Brandon, Leicester, Salisbury and Goshen areas and why it chose to use those chemicals. The addendum, filed with the state Department of Environmental Conservation and also sent to the Toxic Actions Center (TAC), was accepted by the state last week.

With that approval in hand, the BLSG has filed a petition for summary judgment in a lawsuit that opposes the permit.

The suit, filed by TAC on behalf of a handful of local residents, alleged BLSG did not follow strict state protocols.

“The TAC is worried about the effects in the community,” said Salisbury resident Chris Fastie, one of the litigants. “The members are worried about the practices of the BLSG and how they impact the water quality and the environment. The BLSG is required by law to demonstrate how they impact those areas and they didn’t do it.”

At the BLSG board meeting Thursday, Jeff Whiting, one of the Goshen representatives to (See BLSG, Page 3)

By ANDY KIRKALDY FERRISBURGH — Basin Harbor has hired a veteran leader of independent hotels and resorts as its first general manager, and he will help oversee marketing changes in the 133-year-old, family-owned vacation, wedding and recreation destination on the Ferrisburgh shore of Lake Champlain.

Jamie Fox, 46, came aboard Basin Harbor — no longer the Basin Harbor Club — on Jan. 7 after helping manage hotels and resorts in Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York, as well as in Vermont at The Woodstock Inn and Resort and the Sheraton Burlington Hotel & Conference Center.

Fox returned to Vermont after leaving his Woodstock position a decade ago. He most recently helped open and manage The Hotel Emma in San Antonio, Texas, which earned a 5-Diamond rating from AAA. At Basin Harbor, Fox will oversee 700-acres that include a golf course, tennis courts, three restaurants, 74 cottages and 45 guest rooms, a main lodge spa and fitness center, many boats and extensive docks, and more.

The owners, Pennie and Robert Beach, hope to persuade more local residents to come to Basin Harbor for day or overnight visits and use those amenities, and are making some of them more available.

Pennie Beach said her family is convinced Fox is the right person to become Basin Harbor’s first general manager and help meet that goal.

“We are delighted to welcome Jamie to the Basin Harbor team,” Beach said. “Jamie brings extensive experience in providing high-quality hospitality experiences for guests, and we are honored to have him on board.”

Fox, who with his wife Andrea

AFTER TWO DECADES in the hospitality business around the country, Jamie Fox recently started as the first general manager at Basin Harbor in Ferrisburgh.

and two young children has settled into a Vergennes home, told the Independent he felt the same way about being the Beaches’ selection.

“For me, it’s a big honor to be that person,” he said.

CAREER PATH Fox grew up in Rochester, N.Y., and attended SUNY-Fredonia, but his family had relatives in Bristol and he was a frequent visitor to Addison County as a child. Then he worked for almost a decade in Vermont, starting in 2000.

Being able to move back here with his family was one allure of the Basin Harbor job.

“It’s always been a place I’ve

gravitated to, so for me it really is like coming home,” Fox said. “It’s a good place to raise kids, too.”

The job being a step up the career ladder also mattered, and Fox said sitting down with Bob and Pennie Beach sealed the deal.

“It’s hard to find that great opportunity and have the location and the job you want,” he said. “When I got to meet the Beaches that was another huge attraction, working for a family that really gets hospitality.”

Fox’s ended up in the hospitality sector despite his choice of geology as a college major. He said he “developed this love for the outdoors, which led to skiing, which led to hospitality.”

Specifically, he and a friend took jobs at Montana’s Big Sky Resort to meet the skiing and outdoors goals, and Fox after one season took on responsibilities as a front desk manager.

“I got to handle a lot of emergency situations, maintenance issues. I really got thrown in, but I developed a love for it,” Fox said. “I learned by jumping right in.”

Nothing changed his job satisfaction as his career advanced, always with independently owned properties like Basin Harbor that he said allowed a measure of creative freedom.

“You have to enjoy the sort of crazy life of hospitality right away, but there’s also a sense of accomplishment to it, and that’s what has helped me keep pushing forward,” Fox said. “You have to enjoy getting creative and finding ways to fix problems, but also the one thing I’ve enjoyed is providing exceptional experiences for people. If you can provide an amazing resort stay or hotel stay, there’s a lot of sense of pride in that.”

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BASIN HARBOR Basin Harbor has thrived since 1886 by providing experiences that its patrons have appreciated. But Fox said he, the Beaches, and their marketing team hope to have more area residents enjoy what Basin Harbor has to offer.

Fox said his experience helping establish The Hotel Emma, built in a former brewery in San Antonio, will be valuable in broadening Basin Harbor’s marketing and building that awareness.

Even something as simple as dropping the “club” from its name in order to emphasize inclusivity matters, Fox said.

“I learned a ton about what it takes to create a brand from the ground up, and obviously Basin Harbor is established, but part of what we’re doing is making sure our brand out there in the world is consistent, and that people know about us,” he said. “That’s part of the process of even changing the name. We’re taking the word club, or resort, out of the name, and we’re really just going to be known as Basin Harbor.”

Fox and a Basin Harbor press release listed some of the activities and offerings to which those who are not guests are welcome, assuming they call ahead and reserve space (475-2311): • Boat cruises. Fox said for example one package includes admission to the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, lunch and a cruise.

• Boat rentals.

• Tubing, water skiing, wake surfing and wake boarding, including a weeklong July residency with a professional wake surfer and boarder who will offer instruction. Fox said Basin Harbor just purchased a second powerboat.

• Fitness classes.

• Tennis, including clinics and weekly leagues.

• The 18-hole golf course.

• Restaurants.

Fox said guests can simply relax, but in his experience many people enjoy having options to keep busy.

“People want to be active. They want to be outdoors. They can still sit in Adirondack chairs, but we easily have 100 activities a day to choose from,” he said, adding, “With reservations, we really want people to know they can call ahead and make plans to come and visit Basin Harbor.”

Fox said wedding bookings, another major piece of Basin Harbor’s business, is running at or ahead of a strong 2018 number, and after a first two-plus months on the job he is looking forward to a promising season and beyond.

“It’s great. I’ve had the support of the Beach family, and we have an amazing team of hospitality professionals here,” he said. “Basin Harbor has always been known for a great experience and great service. What I hope to bring is just some additional support and refining some systems and taking us to the next level in terms of occupancy and revenue growth.”

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BLSG (Continued from Page 2) help them accomplish some of the district, discussed the actions the those goals. These include ways to board has taken. send out emails or text messages to “The addendum involves no residents informing them of when changes in the operations that we they are spraying and also vehicle actually perform,” Whiting said. “It tracking devices that would allow does give additional information on residents to see where the trucks what we do and why. The state has have been operating. Some of those accepted that and we and the state trackers would even show whether both still believe the original was the sprayers were turned on when adequate.” they passed residents’ houses or not.

The mosquito district had to ask The board is also working on it’s member towns getting additional for additional funds funding for larvicide for this year because “We’ve spent treatments via legisof the increasing cost $31,799 on lation. Currently the of legal fees to fight lawyers since only two mosquito the lawsuit by TAC, this started. I got districts in the state, which is represented another envelope the BLSG and the pro-bono by Vermont Fair district on my desk today Lemon Law School. in Cornwall and To date, the district with a bill for Weybridge, equally has spent $41,668 on $9,874. None of split $140,000 in state the litigation. those dollars killed funding for larvicide “We’ve spent a single mosquito.” treatments even $31,799 on lawyers though the BLSG is — BLSG Treasurer since this started,” more than twice the Wayne Rausenberger said BLSG Treasurer size of the Lemon Wayne Rausenberger.

Fair district.

“I got another envelope on my desk Rep. Butch Shaw, R-Pittsford, today with a bill for $9,874. None of Butch Shaw has asked the House those dollars killed a single mosqui- appropriations committee for to.” $140,000 for the BLSG. “You could squash the hell out of “I stress this is an ask and is one them with all the paper we’ve gener- among several million dollars worth ated, though,” Whiting said. of asks in the general fund,” Shaw The board talked Thursday night said. “I will not know the results of about the reasons why the issue my request until the budget is voted has come to a head at this time. out of the Appropriations CommitSalisbury had threatened to refuse tee; however, I continue to advocate the additional funding for legal fees for the funding with members of from the BLSG budget in a separate the committee until their committee article to be voted on Town Meeting vote is taken and the bill is acted on Day, though ultimately townspeople in the House.” agreed to fund the legal costs.

Shaw said it would then go to the “I had only been to two of these Senate where it will need approval. meetings, so I didn’t feel knowl“I always remind people,” Shaw edgeable enough to stand up at said. “Nothing in Montpelier is a town meeting and get it right when sure thing until the ink is dry on the discussing things,” Salisbury repre- governor’s signature on the bill.” sentative and selectboard member Paul Vaczy said. “With me not being knowledgeable enough to clarify issues and the misinformation that was out there, it was like a vacuum of trust. The residents didn’t really know who to trust.”

Ben Lawton, Brandon resident and chair of the BLSG, was allowed to speak at the Salisbury meeting, but only about the lawsuit, which did not clear away mistrust and misinformation for the Salisbury residents.

The vote to approve the budget for the BLSG, including the additional money for the lawsuit, narrowly by a count of 98-83.

With that in mind, board members discussed ways they could better inform the public of what they were doing and why.

“I think it goes back to what we’ve been saying,” Vaczy said. “We need to do a better job of being more transparent and informative. We need a way to get the information about when we’re spraying, what we’re spraying, and why to the public.”

Board members discussed several possible ways to achieve this and formed a committee to look into some new technology that may

Kids’ book writer at Bixby

MORE THAN 130 people came to Bixby Memorial Library on Monday, March 11, to hear VenezuelanAmerican writer Tui T. Sutherland talk. Sutherland, author of the “Wings of Fire” children’s fiction series, spoke at Vergennes Union Elementary School earlier in the day. A class from VUES spearheaded the fundraising for her visit to the school and the library booked her here to give more people a chance to meet the Boston resident. Bixby Youth Services Librarian Rachel Plant introduced Sutherland.

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Guest editorial Gov. Dean: The increasing threat to women’s rights

By Howard Dean The Trump Administration and conservative, right wing politicians across the nation are waging a war on women’s rights. Healthcare coverage, birth control access and abortion rights are being systematically dismantled at both the state and federal level. With the appointment of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, the final dam protecting reproductive rights seems set to break. Roe v. Wade could be overturned as soon as this year.

The Trump Administration has committed to overturning the court case, which legalized abortion in 1973. In 2018 while speaking to an anti-abortion group, Vice President Mike Pence proclaimed that a change to “the center of American law” would happen “in our time.”

With Kavanaugh’s confirmation this time appears to be at hand.

A number of states are passing anti-abortion legislation that will inevitably make its way to the Supreme Court. Since 2011, politicians have passed more than 400 new state abortion restrictions that shame, pressure, and punish people who have decided to have an abortion.

Currently, 20 states are poised to ban access to abortion should Roe be overturned, threatening access for more than 25 million women.

West Virginia has amended their state constitution to ban abortion and prohibit funding for abortion services. Texas voters will consider a similar constitutional amendment this fall. Many state bans are designed to be “triggered” and take effect automatically if Roe is overturned.

Overturning Roe would block millions of people from the health care they need. If Roe is overturned, one in three women of reproductive age could live in states where abortion is not only outlawed, but criminalized.

Vermont currently has no laws affirmatively protecting abortion or reproductive rights. According to the Pew Research Center, 70 percent of Vermonters support abortion rights. The Vermont legislature is currently considering H. 57, an abortion rights bill and Proposition 5, a constitutional amendment, which would ensure every Vermonter is afforded the right to reproductive liberty. With the threat to reproductive rights at the federal level it is imperative that the Vermont legislature pass both H. 57 and Proposition 5.

Every person should have the right to control their life, body, and future. Every woman should have the right to decide when and if she wants to become a parent. Every person should have the right to make their own health care decisions with the input of their health care provider and without the interference of politicians.

In this age of radical conservatism with a war being waged against women’s rights, Vermont needs to make it clear that as a state we will guarantee reproductive liberty. Passing H. 57 and amending the Constitution of the State of Vermont to ensure that every Vermonter is afforded personal reproductive liberty is necessary to protect the health, dignity, and civil rights of all Vermonters.

Note: Howard Dean was governor of Vermont from 1991-2003; was a presidential candidate in the Democratic primary in 2004, and served as chairman of the Democractic National Committee from 2005-09.

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TIRES OF MANY shapes and sizes — though mostly sized from large to gargantuan — rest in a lot off Wilson Road in Middlebury last week. A new tire warehouse just up the road was expected to open soon.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

Letters to the Editor It’s time to getting polluting vehicles off our roads Editor’s note: The writer is a former longtime Vermont State Representative and auto mechanic.

Vermont prides itself with its clean environment and we advertise ourselves as an environmentally conscious culture with extensive recycling, bottle redemption, lack of billboards, and efforts to reduce greenhouse gasses. However, when it comes to putting our money where our mouth is we often come up short.

We are struggling to clean up our waterways and our air is not as pristine as we’d like to think. In fact, we exceed national standards

for ozone pollution. Some excuse us because much of the problem is imported from states west of us.

Nevertheless, the biggest contributor to pollution in the U.S. and likely in Vermont is vehicle emissions. As an environmentally friendly state shouldn’t we take seriously the contribution vehicles make to dirty air?

The latest step in cleaning up our air is the enforcement of decades old rules regarding vehicle pollution.

Pollution-control devices were first installed on vehicles in 1971 when research revealed that cars polluted

the most when parked in a parking lot, because gasoline evaporated from the fuel tanks. This not only polluted the air with unburned hydrocarbons it also reduced the mileage vehicles could get, and that cost the owners’ additional money.

For example, a car might lose 5 miles per gallon because of malfunctioning emission control devices; at $2.30 per gallon if they were to drive 20,000 miles in a year the additional cost of gasoline would be $460. Consequently, creating emission controls actually saved the (See Letter, Page 5)

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Letter (Continued from Page 4) car owner money as well as cleaning the environment.

The industry faced big challenges to create the technology that solved the problem. During the decade of the’80s in particular, when computer control of carburetors was tried, there were huge problems.

Car owners and garages replaced catalytic convertors with straight pipes in order for the cars to run properly, bypassing control devices and creating pollution.

Slowly the industry invented remarkable advances in fuel injection and other electronic devices to have cars run cleaner, with more power and consume less gasoline. So much improvement in gas mileage, in fact, has reduced the fuel tax revenue in transportation funds, both at the state and national level, which are no longer able to keep up with proper road and bridge maintenance.

In 1997 the industry had pretty much solved the problems and designed car computer control systems that would self-identify problems that could then be repaired by qualified technicians. The federal government then required extended warranties for emission related problems and required states to enforce proper operation of emission control devices in order to help clean up the air in America and help Americans save money on fuel costs.

States have balked at adequate enforcement. There was a particularly disastrous attempt in Maine to test the tailpipe emissions of every car during the annual inspection of those vehicles, using dynamometers and gas analyzing computers. Vermont was involved in a similar effort when the Maine problem came to the surface. In the early 2000s, instead of using Maine’s methodology, Vermont elected to require the inspection procedure to use the “check engine” light to verify that the vehicle met federal standards in force when the vehicle was built.

Many Vermont inspection stations have ignored the requirement and the state has not enforced the rule.

The next improvement in making sure vehicles are not polluting is the technology associated with the annual inspection of vehicles in Vermont. This is partly related to two tragic accidents in which mechanical or hydraulic brake failures resulted in court action. It became apparent that Vermont needed to do a better job of making sure that the inspection process results in our citizens driving safe vehicles and that the lives of the owners of those vehicles and the general public have some assurance that the cars on the road are safe.

This technology improvement to the inspection process also allowed the state to have an enforcement process to verify that vehicles had properly functioning emission control devices.

It has turned out that one of the most stubborn problems still is the evaporation of fuel from parked cars.

Volkswagon had a particular problem with gas caps not sealing properly and even today, the most common

Focus on universal primary care reasons for the failure of emission controls on cars and the subsequent illumination of the check engine light is the evaporative control system on cars.

The fix to this problem is usually relatively inexpensive (either the recognition that one must tighten the gas cap tighter or purchase a new gas cap). I even had an experience in very cold weather when I fueled my car with it still running. Removing the gas cap when it was running resulted in setting the “check engine” light.

The new enforcement capability that electronic reporting of vehicle inspection results has caused somewhat of a discussion as to whether or not we should actually require dirty vehicles to run properly. Some have suggested that older cars should be exempted because they are owned by our neediest Vermonters. I don’t think there is any data to inform us as to who owns these vehicles. My wife and I own a 1998 vehicle and we are not among Vermont’s neediest. The math indicates that unless the cost exceeds $400 most vehicles owned by Vermonters would recoup the cost of repairs within a year and in the case of fuel evaporation in a few weeks.

Fully exempting these vehicles for 10 or 15 years makes no sense whatsoever, especially since we are contemplating taxing every Vermont land owner in order to clean up our water. If you think that low-income citizens should be afforded the ability to pollute the environment because the higher mileage they would get from having their vehicles run properly doesn’t offset the cost of repair, then for goodness sake make it a date certain instead of a rolling 10 or 15 year exemption. In that case, at least, eventually we would protect the environment. Or perhaps subsidy programs, or a buyback program, but surely not continuing to allow the dirtiest vehicles on the road to continue polluting.

Dave Sharpe Bristol

Every election season legislative proposing stiff penalties on those candidates campaign on the issue who do not purchase it, despite the of health care access. Yet once in fact that the Department of Health office, our representatives quickly says the main reason Vermonters learn to keep silent on this funda- don’t have insurance is that they mental issue. Vermonters deserve cannot afford it. The assumption better. behind the individual mandate is According to a recent official that by broadening the market, prereport, 36 percent of Vermonters mium increases will level off. Not under age 65 are underinsured. likely. The real reason for premium Forty percent of those with private increases is the high cost of hospital insurance are underinsured. This care. means their “medical expenses are Forcing someone to purchase a more than what their income could private, high deductible insurance bear” and they “delay care at higher plan only moves that person from rates than those with adequate uninsured to underinsured status, insurance.”

High and many people who out-of-pocket costs purchase such plans associated with many are still likely to defer of today’s health plans necessary care due to make people avoid cost. It’s evident that This community going to the doctor looking for solutions forum was written until it is too late. only within our

by Ellen Oxfeld of Delays can be fatal in market-based system Middlebury, and cases of pneumonia, does little to solve the Montpelier residents cancer, heart disease, underlying problem of Dr. Deb Richter, and other serious access.

Ethan Parke and illnesses.

Consider that a Blue Marjorie Power, Why must we Cross bronze plan who are members tolerate a situation in costs almost $500 of the organization which people only month for a single perVermont Health seek care when their son and almost $1,400 Care for All. conditions become month for a family. acute and expensive?

After paying the Why has our legislature done noth- premium, a single person still has ing to move us toward the goals of a $5,500 deductible. The family’s universal health care articulated in deductible is $11,000. The plan inthe sweeping health reform legisla- cludes another deductible on drugs tion passed in 2011 as Act 48? ($900 per member), and an array of This session neither the Vermont other items not included in the outHouse nor the Senate health care of-pocket limits. The bronze plan committees seem interested in also requires significant co-pays for health care access. Instead, they’ve primary care and specialists. There spent hours on something they call are premium subsidies for those un“insurance market stabilization,” der 400 percent of poverty, but this ignoring the fact that the market leaves many middle-income people has never worked in health care, out. Additionally, the subsidized no matter how stable. The market premium does not change the plan’s always excludes those who cannot high out-of-pocket exposure. pay, and always results in health If we want Vermonters to have care injustice. access to health care, why not In defiance of economic realities, make primary care a public good last year the legislature mandated as laid out in H.129, a bill with that all individuals have health 48 co-sponsors in the House of insurance. Now lawmakers are Representatives? While making a

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transition to a universal publicly financed system all at once — as envisioned in Act 48 — proved too difficult for a variety of reasons, H.129 would achieve the first step on this roadmap to universal care.

Primary care is only 6 percent of total health care costs. By making it publicly financed and free at the point of service, the legislature could remove the roadblock to health care many Vermonters face.

The cost of primary care could be equitably spread across the population, and because everyone would be covered, there would be no benefit cliff where coverage ends.

Nations with universal access to primary care have higher life expectancy numbers and better health care outcomes than the U.S. If primary care was universal we’d also be controlling costs, as people would not delay seeking care until their conditions become very expensive to treat.

A universal primary care system would also cut red tape. In the U.S. we spend about 31 percent of our health care dollars on insurance administration and billing. This amounts to $1.86 billion per year in Vermont and means we spend nearly $3,000 annually per Vermonter — not for medical care, but for a complicated bureaucracy whose purpose is to collect money. A system that serves everyone would greatly reduce administrative waste.

Legislation now under consideration in the House includes a study of a multi-state regional universal health care system. This is more worthy of discussion than “market stabilization” but strikes us as far more complicated and futuristic than simply going ahead as a state to enact universal primary care.

Act 48 set a goal of making health care a public good. That goal is still embedded in Vermont law, and should still be the benchmark for legislative action. It’s time for the legislature to listen to Vermonters and refocus.

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Obituaries

Beverly Jones, 85, Seminole, Fla., formerly of Ferrisburgh SEMINOLE, Fla. — Beverly (Ayer) Jones, 85, of Seminole, Fla., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, at Seminole Pavilion Rehabilitation and Nursing Home.

Born May 23, 1933, in Peterborough, N.H., Beverly married Loren Calf Jones in Manchester, N.H., on June 25, 1966.

They lived in Barre for 28 years before relocating to Ferrisburgh in 1994. Loren passed away in August 1999 and in 2005 Beverly relocated to Florida.

Beverly is survived by a son, Christopher Loren Jones of Granville, Vt.; three step-daughters, Nancy Audit of Creve-Coeur, Mo., Jody Jones of Newark, Del., and Elizabeth Jones of Burlington, Vt.; two grandsons, four great-grandchildren and a sister, Judith Ayer.

Beverly’s memberships have included the Bare Congregational Church and the First Presbyterian Church of Vergennes.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in May.◊

  Sylvia Steady, 88,

Vergennes and Proctor VERGENNES/PROCTOR — Sylvia I. Steady, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

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She was born Oct. 5, 1930, in Ferrisburgh, the daughter of Leo and Grace (Higbee) Steady. Funeral Services will be at a later date.

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LEICESTER — Town Clerk Julie Delphia reminds dog owners that in order to avoid penalties and fees, dogs need to be registered by April 1. Contact her at 247-5961 for more information.

The Leicester Historical Society hosts Prize Bingo on Sat, Apr 13, at 1:00 p.m. at the Senior Center at the Four Corners.

Refreshments served and all are welcome.

Beeman’s Big Change

ABBY HURLBURT, A student at Beeman Elementary School in New Haven, talks with Dr. Lewis First of UVM Children’s Hospital. Beeman Elementary’s 77 students, along with the support of their teachers and staff, raised $2,350.72 for the Big Change Round Up this month. Donations for Big Change Round Up go directly to support The UVM Children’s Hospital. Around Hurlburt are WOKO’s Rod Hill, left, Beeman staff Terry Rublee, Mary Pat Roche, and Sheryl Kimball, and Beeman students Peyton Ball, Nora Hurlburt, and Idalee Jackman.

Photo courtesy Beeman Elementary School

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VUHS students, due to conflicting schedules.

(Continued from Page 1) At the March 11 Addison to their interpretation of Act 77 Supervisory Board and Vermont’s Education Quality Northwest meeting, Taylor also told the board Standards.

Act 77 emphasizes that public that VUHS and the other schools will education should ensure all students no longer be able to offer as many graduate prepared for college or courses as they can now. That’s because of declining enrollment — careers.

Many students and teachers have there will be as many as 80 fewer been concerned about the changes students in seven years at VUHS. As and the way they were introduced, a result, there will be fewer AP and but VUHS Principal Stephanie world languages courses.

If VUHS aligns its schedule with Taylor said that the proposed schedule changes allow for student the other local high schools, it will equity that aligns with the goals of allow academic cooperation among all three to make sure students will Act 77.

That 2013 law, in part, created a still be able to choose from among a “Flexible Pathways Initiative” that full menu of courses.

“We’re not all going to be able to schools are required to follow.

“The intent is to broaden student offer AP Bio, AP Calc, three world access to more opportunities both languages,” Taylor told the board. within the school and through CHANGES EXPLAINED The way the change will work is flexible pathways. Act 77 and Education Quality Standards require this: No longer will the school year that we create flexible pathways to be split up into eight semester-long allow students to achieve proficiency classes. Instead, each student will in many different ways,” said have eight yearlong classes that Taylor. “The schedule will also more won’t necessarily meet every day.

At the ANWSD board meeting easily allow students to participate in community-based learning, Taylor said the yearlong classes internships, and independent would help students absorb material.

As is stands now learning.” students have long gaps, Conversations among “I think all multiple VUHS administrators students should sometimes semesters, she said, and a designated between courses in the scheduling committee experience same discipline, leading began in 2014, that (music to the equivalent of following the enactment programs). “summer learning loss” of Act 77 and the new We’re between classes.

Education Quality unintentionally Taylor said because Standards. Positive and discriminating.” band and chorus will be negative aspects of the — VUHS Principal regular classes, music current schedule were Stephanie Taylor students with be able discussed at length, but to attend lunchtime major changes were put off due to a focus on the transition callback, a portion of the day set aside for students to meet with into proficiency-based grading.

Proficiency-based grading and teachers and receive help or complete personalized learning plans are homework during the school day.

Taylor said that music students additional aspects of Act 77 and Education Quality Standards that would have the opportunity to benefit VUHS began implementing during from the support and enrichment that the 2013-2014 school year. Both callback offers, an option that wasn’t are intended to include students in there before.

“Callback worked, but it was the the planning of their high school education. Similar to the proposed other side of band and chorus, and it schedule, they serve to offer students meant that kids in band and chorus more flexible pathways throughout never had the opportunity to go to a class to get extra help, or they were their high school experience.

Many of the new opportunities squeezing it in during their lunch proposed in the schedule changes block,” said Taylor. “Removing the come from alignment with other conflict and making band and chorus area high schools. In recent years, a class that people choose opens up Middlebury and Mount Abraham callback for everybody.”

At the ANWSD board meeting, union high schools have made Taylor also added it works both ways. similar changes to their schedules.

Taylor said that aligning with local As it stands many students who are high schools would allow students eligible for free or reduced lunches to pursue more of their personal are now being excluded from the music programs. Statistically, those educational goals.

“We need to develop alignment students are also the ones who need within our regional schools so that more support from teachers in their students can take advantage of as coursework, she said, and need to take many opportunities as possible. advantage of the lunchtime callback Aligning our schedule with the period — thus many are being Hannaford Career Center and other unfairly excluded from the school’s schools allows students to participate well-regarded music offerings.

“I think all students should in more cross-region opportunities,” experience that (music programs),” Taylor said.

These opportunities include being Taylor said. “We’re unintentionally able to take classes at Hannaford discriminating.” and other local schools that were QUESTIONS RAISED Following the announcement of not previously available to VUHS

VUHS PRINCIPAL STEPHANIE Taylor explains the rationale for changes to the VUHS class schedule to students at a recent meeting in the school auditorium. Although some students are upset by changes and how they were communicated, Taylor defended the education benefits and fairness the changes will bring.

Photo by Marin Howell

the proposed changes, administrators began to receive opposition from students, some of whom earlier this month organized a walkout.

VUHS junior Emily Rooney said some frustration was not centered on the details of the change, but rather a result of students feeling blindsided by what they said was a lack of communication.

“Someone needs to hear that we aren’t happy, they didn’t go about making this change in the right way,” said Rooney. “They were still saying that students didn’t need to be involved.”

Announcements regarding the changes began last October when VUHS faculty members were notified and asked for input. Student Council members were the first students to hear the details of the changes, at a meeting in late November. An e-news letter to parents was sent out in December to outline changes and ask for questions.

Rooney is one of many students to attend school board meetings and meetings held by VUHS administrators and advocate for the many students that have strong feelings about the proposed changes.

VUHS senior Kylie Comeau also attended meetings about the schedule changes. Comeau said that although some decisions need to be made solely by the administration, many students felt taken aback by the changes.

“I agree that some things you don’t really need to involve student voice on, but things like this largely affect students and their education,” said Comeau. “And also parents, my parents, had no idea about this.

Teachers were confused. Everyone that it was affecting, none of them really knew besides administration.”

Frustration over the schedule changes was centered on initial miscommunication over what the proposed changes were. VUHS administrators have tried to clarify and be more inclusive about the changes, offering meetings and holding a school-wide assembly for students and faculty members to raise questions and concerns.

Taylor said that a lot of resentment

toward the changes seems to come from the lack of involvement in making the decision.

“I really think most people were just irritated that they weren’t given a choice,” she said. “Which is unfortunate, but that’s also the truth of this particular decision.”

At the school board meeting she said emails did go out early on, but acknowledged more should have been done.

“We certainly could have communicated this better,” Taylor said.

Taylor also acknowledged that some students in the future could not take a full course load and still sign up for music at lunchtime. But she pointed to the existing scheduling had conflicts, for example with callback.

“There will always be scheduling conflicts. There are scheduling conflicts now,” she said.

And while the initial decision regarding schedule changes did not leave room for feedback, Taylor said VUHS administrators are now working to include input wherever possible.

“The hard truth is that sometimes

decisions are made at a certain level without feedback. This was a situation where we (VUHS administrators) knew we had to make a decision, and waiting to make that decision with feedback would have delayed that further,” Taylor said. “Within that decision, there’s still room for things to be moved around.”

The administrators have been holding both voluntary and mandatory meetings for students to offer feedback and voice their concerns regarding the changes.

But despite these attempts to clearly articulate the schedule changes, there is still confusion among students.

VUHS junior Kai Williams said that this is a time of major transition, and students need opportunities to figure out what the future of their high school education will look like.

“This is a huge change,” said Williams. “I think there just needs to be time for people to ask questions.”

Andy Kirkaldy contributed material to this report. Marin Howell is a VUHS senior who interned with the Independent this past fall, edits a VUHS student newspaper, and volunteered to write this story.

Joseph Norton Booksa 1955-1976 Went to be with his Lord at an early age.

I believe that God needed another special angel.

With all our love, as we remember you on your birthday, March 24th.

Norman, Michelle & James

PAGE 8 — Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019

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MONDAY

Legislative Breakfast in Salisbury.

Monday, March 25, 7-8:45 a.m., Congregational Church of Salisbury, 853 Maple St. Talk with local legislators over breakfast. Purchase of breakfast not required to attend but helps defray the cost of opening the hall.

Veterans’ luncheon in Middlebury. Monday, March 25, 1 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Join us for a monthly complimentary luncheon, as we serve those who have served as a way of sharing our thanks. Come meet other Veterans and friends and enjoy a delicious meal. Free and open to all Veterans. Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

Addison County Right to Life meeting in Bristol. Monday, March 25, 6:30 p.m., Federated Church of Bristol, 37 North St. All members are encouraged to attend and visitors are welcome. More info contact Chris Holden at 802-388-3563 or bobbillchris@rwch.net.

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TUESDAY

Free Diabetes Management program in Bristol. Begins Tuesday, March 26, 9-11:30 a.m., Bristol Federated Church, 37 North St. Trained facilitators will help people with type two diabetes learn and receive encouragement to eat better, become more active and decrease the risk of serious health problems related to diabetes.

This workshop meets for six weeks and is free. Registration required. More info contact Courtney Thorn, 802-388-8860 or cthorn@ portermedical.org.

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes.

Tuesday, March 26, 10 a.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of roast pork, mashed potatoes, California blend vegetables, wheat roll and oatmeal raisin cookie. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Madeline May Kunin: “Coming of Age” lecture and book signing in Middlebury. Tuesday, March 26, 3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Join Madeleine May Kunin, diplomat, author and former threeterm Governor of Vermont. She will share her newest book, a memoir where the topic is aging, but looks well beyond the physical and emotional tolls and is an honest and positive look at aging and how it has affected her life.

Books available for purchase. Free, open to the public and fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

Piano Recital in Middlebury. Tuesday, March 26, 3:30-4:15 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Middlebury College student Junya Iwata, a student of Diana Fanning, performs. Free and open to the public.

“The Future of the Hemp Industry in Vermont” in Orwell. Tuesday, March 26, 5 p.m., Orwell Free Library, 423 Main St. Alyson Eastman, Deputy Secretary of VT Agency of Agriculture, and Cary Giguere, the Division Director of Public Health Agriculture Resource Management Division, will discuss the 2014 Farm Bill, 2018 Vermont Legislation & 2018 Farm Bill, as well as current work with the FDA & USDA. Q & A to follow.

“How to weed your attic” in Middlebury.

Tuesday, March 26, 5:30 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Vermont co-authors Elizabeth “Wiz” Dow and Lucinda Poole Cockrell and will discuss the art of “weeding” a space, whether it’s a deceased relative’s attic or your long-neglected garage, with an eye toward what we should keep for the sake of history and our communities. Free.

Mar

27

WEDNESDAY

“Cheerleading the Arts” in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 27, 1:30 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. In the penultimate talk in the Sheldon’s Did You Know? series, internationally-known Brandon artist Warren Kimble, in his enthusiastic and entertaining way, will share his experiences and the role he played in making the arts a strong presence in his home-town community of Brandon, and his creative, artistic approach to fundraising for the Vermont Arts Council and the Vermont Symphony Orchestra. Tickets $10 for Sheldon members/$20 non-members. More info and advance registration at henrysheldonmuseum.org or 802-388-2117. Proceeds will benefit the Sheldon Museum’s education programs.

A Walk in their Shoes: Dementia Simulation in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 27, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. An experience that will help you understand how it feels to manage the many challenges dementia presents. Certified Dementia Practitioners take you through an experience to better create a positive environment for those with dementia. Free, open to the public and fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-3881220, or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

Chronic pain management program in Middlebury. Begins Wednesday, March 27, 3:30-6 p.m., EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Anyone who has suffered for more than three to six months from chronic pain, this workshop teaches ways to reduce pain, deal with related issues like trouble with sleeping, and more. Free. Open to the public. Meets on Wednesday’s through May 1. Registration required. More info contact Courtney Thorn at 802-388-8860 or cthorn@ portermedical.org.

Kimberly Krans Women Who Change the World Award celebration in Middlebury.

Wednesday, March 27, 5-6:30 p.m., CSAC, 109 Catamount Park. WomenSafe invites the community to celebrate 2019 Kimberly Krans Award winner Suzanne Byers of Cornwall and her work in our community. Refreshments provided. More info contact WomenSafe at 802-388-9180.

“A Dog’s Way Home” on screen in Middlebury.

Wednesday, March 27, 5 and 7:15 p.m., Marquis theater, 65 Main St. Admission by donation. All proceeds benefit Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society.

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28

THURSDAY

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, March 28, 10 a.m., Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of chicken breast with peppers, onions, and mushrooms, broccoli florets, baked beans, wheat roll and ricotta cheesecake bar with craisins and dates. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

All Bach program in Middlebury. Thursday, March 28, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. 3 Main St. Violinist Emily Sunderman and organist George Matthew Jr. play Bach. All are welcome. Feel free to bring a lunch. Light refreshments provided.

“The Color Purple” on screen in Middlebury.

Thursday, March 28, 6-8:30 p.m., Community Meeting Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. The Middlebury Community Classic Film Club courage series presents the quietly powerful story of an African American woman who struggles against racism and abuse to finally prevail. It is also the story of a community facing those same challenges. Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey, bring Alice Walker’s 1982 Pulitzer Prize winning novel vividly to the screen.

Family fundraiser

THE BOLTON/MUNKRES FAMILY will perform at Cornwall Town Hall on Sunday, March 31, at 2 p.m., in a fundraising concert for Ben and Romy Munkres’ upcoming musical tour with Young Tradition Vermont. On offer will be driving fiddle and banjo music, a few songs, and step dancing from Appalachian, Cape Breton, Irish and other traditions.

Photo courtesy Kristin Bolton

“Experiencing Nature: Arousal, Interest, and Aesthetics” in Middlebury. Thursday, March 28, 6:30 p.m., Stonecutter Spirits Distillery, 119 Exchange St. Come hear this talk by Lorraine Besser. This free event is part of the Burlington Public Philosophy Week, a week of philosophical events for everyone to enjoy. Free and open to all.

“The Many Meanings of Maple” in Hancock.

Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m., Hancock Town Hall, Route 100. Champlain College professor Michael Lange will discuss sugaring ethnographically, based on over five years of research among sugarmakers all over the state, focusing on how and why maple has become so important to Vermont’s identity, and how and why it helps us shape who we are as Vermonters.

“Vermont’s Wildlife in a Changing Climate” in Ripton. Thursday, March 28, 7-9 p.m., Ripton Community Church (NOTE LOCATION CHANGE), Route 125. Come hear this presentation by Tom Rogers, biologist with the VT Fish and Wildlife Dept. Through Rogers’ colorful photos and stories, the audience will gain a new understanding of how climate change affects wildlife in VT and what people can do to help wildlife in the face of these threats.

“Maher: Rising to New Life” presentation in Bristol. Thursday, March 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Lawrence Memorial Library, 40 North St. When Catherine Willson and Mikaela Keepin learned of Sister Lucy Kurien’s work with destitute children and adults in India, they each felt a calling. Learn about their experiences, at this One World Library Project event. Free and accessible. More info at 802-453-2366 or OneWorldLibraryProject.org or the One World Library Project Facebook page.

“From Starksboro to Sao Paulo, Brazil” in New Haven. Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m. New Haven Community Library, 78 North St. Chris Kokubo and Nate Shepard will be sharing the story of their journey from Starksboro, Vt., to Sao Paulo, Brazil to raise money ($1 a km) for the Open Door Clinic in Middlebury. An evening of wonderful photographs and the story of an incredible journey. Free and accessible. More info contact Deborah Lundbech at 802-453-4015.

“Vermont’s wildlife in a changing climate” in Ripton. Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m., Ripton Community Church, Route 125. Tom Rogers, a biologist who has worked on a variety of conservation projects, will use colorful photos and captivating stories to help the audience gain a new understanding of how climate change is affecting wildlife. Free and open to the public.

The Black Feathers in Middlebury. Thursday, March 28, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. This U.K band blends Americana, Folk, and Acoustic Indie Rock sensibilities, weaving in traditional influences so thoroughly that they become the warp and weft of fresh creations. Tickets $15/$20/$25, available at townhalltheater.org, 802-382-9222, or in person at the box office Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

Mar

29

FRIDAY

Blood pressure and foot clinic in Brandon. Tuesday, March 29, 11 a.m., Conant Square. Offered by VNA & Hospice. Blood pressure clinic is free. Foot clinic $10. More info call 802-770-1536.

“Fly Fishing, Guiding and Kayaking in Vermont” in Middlebury. Friday, March 29, 1:30 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. The final installment of the Sheldon’s Did You Know? series features professional fishing guide and co-owner of Stream and Brook Fly Fishing guide service, Brian Cadoret, who share his knowledge of Addison County’s rivers along with a fish story or two. Tickets $10 for Sheldon members/$20 non-members.

More info and advance registration at henrysheldonmuseum.org or 802-388-2117.

Proceeds will benefit the Sheldon Museum’s education programs.

Rick Ceballos performs in Middlebury.

Friday, March 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Ceballos returns to the EastView Bistro with his voice, banjo, harmonica, bones, button box and overall fun presence. Chris Prickitt accompanies on guitar. Free and open to the public.

Lenten Fish fry in Bristol. Friday, March 29, 5-7 p.m., St. Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. All-you-can-eat fried or baked haddock, French fries, cole slaw, beverage and dessert. Tickets adults $12/children under 9 $6/immediate family of 5 $37. More info at 802-453-2488.

Artist’s opening reception in Middlebury.

Friday, March 29, 5-7 p.m., The Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Come meet photographer Eric Nelson and view his work. On display through May 5.

Mar

30

SATURDAY

Green Mountain Club snowshoe/ ski in Ripton. Saturday, March 30, Burnt Hill Trail. A moderate to strenuous 6+ mile hike up the Burnt Hill Trail to the Long Trail and return leaving from Rikert. Bring water, lunch and appropriate clothing and gear for the weather, and anticipate changes in temperature and weather as elevation is gained Contact leader Ellen Cronan at ecronana@yahoo.com or 908-595-2926. More activities at gmcbreadloaf.org.

Introduction to IB’s Primary Year Program in Middlebury. Saturday, March 30, 9:30-11 a.m., Music Room, Mary Hogan School. Join ACSD’s PYP coordinators Joy Dobson and Jessica Lynch to learn about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Year Program, including an overview of the PYP philosophy and curriculum; engaging in a hands-on, classroom-based inquiry; a chance to ask questions; informational handouts; and opportunity to provide feedback. Free Childcare provided in the North Gym. Refreshments provided.

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Met Live in HD: “Die Walküre” in Middlebury.

Saturday, March 30, 12 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. In what is expected to be a Wagnerian event for the ages, soprano Christine Goerke plays Brünnhilde, Wotan’s willful warrior daughter, who loses her immortality in opera’s most famous act of filial defiance.

Pre-performance talk at 11:15 a.m. by Greg Vitercik in the Studio downstairs. Tickets $24 adults (+$2 preservation fee)/$10 students (+1 preservation fee).

Robert Frost birthday party in Ripton. Saturday, March 30, 5:30 p.m., Ripton Community Church, Route 125, Ripton Village. Celebrate poetry and the life and birthday of Vermont’s poet laureate Robert Frost. If you have a story to share, come.

If you have a poem to share (or two, or three) come. There will be music and some theatrical renditions of a few favorite poems and birthday cake. Questions call Nola at 802-388-6107.

King Pede card party in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, March 30, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Community Center, Route 7. The evening begins with a sandwich supper and then on to the games. King Pede is a unique game that involves “trick-taking” techniques such as in Hearts and Spades or Pitch. A game of fun and skill. Come prepared to use your strategic thinking.

Ameranouche performs in Brandon. Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Burlington based and award-winning trio Ameranouche play a passionate style of music they call “Gypsy Flamenco Swing.” Concert tickets $20. Pre-concert dinner available for $25.

Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. More info call Edna at 802-247-4295 or e-mail info@ brandon-music.net.

Champlain Philharmonic and the Castleton University Chorale in Middlebury. Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m., the Congregational Church of Middlebury, 2 Main St. The program will be Dvorák’s Carnival Overture, Op. 92, Beethoven’s Fantasia in C Minor “Choral Fantasy” featuring pianist, Dr. Charles Madsen, Fauré’s Pavane, Op. 50, and Dvorák’s Te Deum, Op 103. Tickets $15 adults,/$12 seniors/$5 students, available in advance at champlainphilharmonic.org or at the door.

Mar

31

SUNDAY

Fiddle music jam in Brandon.

Sunday, March 31, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., American Legion, Route 7 S. Champlain Valley Fiddlers host this jam. You do not need a fiddle for the Brandon Jam. Refreshments available. 50/50 raffle, door prizes. Open stage. Cost $3.

Traditional music and step-dancing fundraiser concert in Cornwall. Sunday March 31, 2 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall, Route 30, village center.

Concert features the Bolton/Munkres family band, Honey in the Hive. They will performing driving fiddle and banjo music, a few songs, and step dancing from Appalachian, Cape Breton, Irish and other traditions to raise funds for Ben and Romy Munkres’ musical tour in April with Young Tradition Vermont. Refreshments, CDs, raffle tickets, and other fundraising items for sale.

Admission by free will donation. More info call 802-462-3722.

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MONDAY

Ag Lunch in Bridport. Monday, April 1, noon-1:45 p.m., Bridport Grange Hall, Route 22A and 125. The annual ag lunch, where you can talk with local legislators about pressing ag issues. Purchase of lunch not required to attend but helps defray the cost of opening the hall.

Dance and Musicality Master Class by Alison Clancy in Middlebury. Monday, April 1, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Arts Center, 72 Porter Field Rd. Alison Clancy is a multidisciplinary artist working across the time-based mediums of dance, music and visual media, in pursuit of beauty and catharsis. Class begins with a gentle physical warm up, moving into improvisational techniques and phrasework, with a special emphasis paid to musicality. All levels welcome.

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Sugaring culture

IN “THE MANY Meanings of Maple” in Hancock on Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m., Champlain College professor Michael Lange will discuss sugaring ethnographically, based on over five years of research among sugarmakers all over the state, focusing on how and why maple has become so important to Vermont’s identity, and how and why it helps us shape who we are as Vermonters. Above, Dave Folino of Hillsboro Sugarworks works in his Huntington sugarhouse. The presentation is at Hancock Town Hall, on Route 100.

Independent file photo/Dylan Thomas

Free. 802-443-3168 or middlebury.edu/arts.

MiddMUG meeting in Middlebury. Monday, April 1, 7-8:30 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Learn how to use the Apple Photos app, and about other photo management apps and programs that might work better for some of us, whether our needs are simple or on a professional level. More info at MiddMUG2018@ gmail.com.

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2

TUESDAY

Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes. Tuesday, April 2, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of shepherd’s pie with corn, cut green beans, wheat dinner roll and sliced pears. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation.

72 hours advanced notice required. Call Age Well to reserve at 802-865-0360. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Apr

3

WEDNESDAY

Vermont Business Ecosystem Meetup in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 3, 5:30-8 p.m., Community Barn Ventures, 44 Main St. Hosts, Stacey Rainey and Mary Cullinane of Community Barn Ventures, will lead a conversation with Sarah Kearns (VtSBDC), Fred Kenney (ACEDC) and Sas Stewart (Stonecutter Spirits) around ecosystem building as it relates directly to economic development. Enjoy complimentary adult beverages, light appetizers and a productive, thoughtprovoking conversation.

“Slow Democracy and the Power of Neighborliness” in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 3, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Author and advocate Susan Clark explains the Slow Democracy movement in which ordinary people mobilize to find local solutions to local problems. In the process some find they can bridge the “us-them” divide so prevalent in our national politics. Part of the Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays series.

“What’s the Buzz about Bees?” in New Haven.

Wednesday, April 3, 7 p.m., Town Office, 78 North St. Beekeeper Kirk Webster will lead an

interesting talk and discussion about the future of honey bees. The honeybee population in North America is in rapid decline. Kirk will explain his method of controlling invasive mites and the challenges of maintaining a thriving bee population in spite of widespread bee colony collapse. All are welcome. Free. Seating is limited.

Green Mountain Boys presentation in Shoreham. Wednesday, April 3, 7 p.m., Platt Memorial Library, 279 Main St. At this Shoreham Historical Society meeting Sue MacIntire will give us some insight into Shoreham through the correspondence of Noah Jones, one of the Green Mountain Boys during the years of 18021820. The Program to be presented following a short business meeting. Light refreshments will be served.

The Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, UK, in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m., St Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. Conductor Graham Ross leads the choir in Tomas Luis de Victoria’s “Requiem” (1605) with British and Spanish Lenten motets. Tickets $15, available online at ststephensmidd.org or in person at the church office Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Alison Clancy performs in Middlebury.

Wednesday, April 3, 7:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Arts Center, 72 Porter Field Rd. Clancy, a NYC-based multidisciplinary artist, works across mediums of dance, music, and visual media in pursuit of beauty and catharsis, pushing the edges of contemporary dance and music She incorporates ritual practices and visual design into the forms of contemporary ballet and popular music, creating an otherworldly highway. Free.

More info at 802-443-3168 or middlebury.edu/ arts.

Apr

4

THURSDAY

Senior meal in Bristol. Thursday, April 4, noon, First Baptist Church, Park St. Menu includes roast pork, potato casserole, parsley carrots, homemade rolls and strawberry shortcake. Suggested donation $4. To be on the list call Nancy at 802-453-5276. Come early to talk with friends and make new ones.

Organ recital in Middlebury. Thursday, April 4, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. Come hear this organ recital

by Fred DeHaven, retired choirmaster and former organist of Christ Church in Grosse Point, Mich.

All are welcome. Feel free to bring a lunch. Light

refreshments provided.

“Problems with Evidence Used in the Criminal Process” in Middlebury. Thursday, April 4, 4:30 p.m., Warner Hemicycle, College St. Phi Beta Kappa Scholar, Dan Simon, Ph.D. lectures frequently on psychological insights into the criminal process to judges and law enforcement personnel.

Addison Central School District Safety Night in Middlebury. Thursday, April 4, 6:30-8 p.m., Middlebury Union High School, 73 Charles Ave. Learn more about school safety in ACSD and the initiatives and work the district is doing to provide a safe and secure learning environment for students, staff, and community. Rob Evans, Vermont School Safety Liaison, will be sharing statewide safety initiatives and provide an update on what’s happening across the country as schools continue to work to improve safety response systems.

Bill McKibben in Middlebury. Thursday, April 4, 7-8:15 p.m., Wilson Hall, McCullough Student Center, Old Chapel Rd. In “What I Learned in the Last Three Decades: A first glimpse of my new book,” McKibben will share excerpts from his upcoming book “Falter: Has the Human Game Begun to Play Itself Out?” The book asks what we’ve lost in the past three decades and what we might still hope to protect.

“The Baltimore Waltz” on stage in Middlebury.

Thursday, April 4, 7:30 p.m., Seeler Studio Theatre, Mahaney Arts Center, 72 Porter Field Rd. Paula Vogel’s play, set in the late 1980s, tells the story of Anna, an elementary school teacher recently diagnosed with a mysterious fatal disease. Tickets $15 general public/$12 for Middlebury College faculty, staff, alumni, emeriti, and other ID card holders/$6 for Middlebury College students. More info at 802-443-MIDD (6433) go.middlebury.edu/arts. Repeats April 5 and 6.

LIVEMUSIC Junya Iwata Piano Recital in Middlebury.

Tuesday, March 26, 3:30-4:15 p.m., EastView at Middlebury.

All Bach program in Middlebury. Thursday, March 28, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church The Black Feathers in Middlebury. Thursday, March 28, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater.

Rick Ceballos in Middlebury. Friday, March 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury.

Ameranouche in Brandon. Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Champlain Philharmonic and the Castleton University Chorale in Middlebury. Saturday, March 30, 7:30 p.m., the Congregational Church of Middlebury Jazzou Jones in Middlebury. *RESCHEDULED FROM FEB. 17* Sunday, March 31, 3 p.m., EastView at Middlebury.

The Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, UK, in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m., St Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

Fred DeHaven Organ recital in Middlebury.

Thursday, April 4, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Ted Wesley in Middlebury. Friday, April 5, 3:304:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury Rupert Wates in Brandon. Saturday, April 6, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Lewis Franco and the Missing Cats in Lincoln.

Saturday, April 6, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall Moose Crossing Jazz Trio in Middlebury.

Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek The Addison String Quartet in Middlebury.

Thursday, April 11, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephens Episcopal Church BlueBrass in Middlebury. Friday, April 12, 3:304:30 p.m., EastView at Middleburyw

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Jackson Gallery to host reception for photographer Eric Nelson

By GREG PAHL A new exhibit by Middlebury artist Eric Nelson, “Photographs of Vermont Landscapes and Patterns in Nature,” opens with a reception for the artist on Friday, March 29, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the Jackson Gallery at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater.

The display of color photographs will feature images whose common themes are pattern, rhythm, and the interaction of color and light in nature. His sources are landscapes — large and small — that include trees, plants, bodies of water and geological formations. The images range from bold compositions of delicate flowers in close-up view to intricately patterned scenes of the forest and its floor, capturing the texture and subtle tones in each.

Nelson also works in the mediums of wood and watercolor. Retired from Middlebury College, he taught sculpture and drawing there for 33 years. Most recently he exhibited at the Henry Sheldon Museum in Middlebury in a group photography show, the Courthouse Gallery in Lake George, N.Y., in a one-person sculpture show and the Fleming Museum of the University of Vermont in a group sculpture show.

Other exhibitions of his sculpture have been installed in public sculpture parks at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va., Navy Pier in Chicago, and the

THE CHAMPLAIN PHILHARMONIC and the Castleton University Chorale, above, are teaming up to perform some of the best works for chorus and orchestra on Saturday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church in Middlebury.

DeCordova Museum and Sculpture Park in Lincoln, Mass. He has been a visiting artist at the Edinburgh College of Art in Edinburgh, Scotland, the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Trinity College in Hartford, Conn., and the Vermont Studio Center in Johnson.

COME TO AN opening reception of works by photographer Eric Nelson, such as this photo of pitcher plants, at the Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater on Friday, March 29, from 5-7 p.m.

Photo/Eric Nelson

Nelson has been awarded several be broadcast live on the big screen at residencies and has received awards Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater on and fellowships including two from Saturday, March 30, at noon. the Vermont Council on The Met Broadcast the Arts. of “Die Walküre” The free exhibit is expected to be a will remain on display Wagnerian event for the through Sunday, May 5. ages; soprano Christine The Jackson Gallery is Goerke plays Brünnhilde, located in the lower level Wotan’s willful warrior

by Greg Pahl daughter, who loses her of Town Hall Theater located in the center of immortality in opera’s Middlebury.

Gallery most famous act of filial hours are Monday through Saturday defiance. Tenor Stuart Skelton and noon to 5 p.m., and an hour before soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek play any public events in the building. For the incestuous twins Siegmund and further information call 802-382- Sieglinde. Greer Grimsley sings 9222 or consult townhalltheater.org. Wotan. Philippe Jordan conducts.

DIE WALKÜRE BROADCAST The second opera in Wagner’s LIVE TO THT monumental Ring cycle, “Die Richard Wagner’s epic opera, Walküre” has long stood on its own “Die Walküre” (The Valkyrie), will as an evening of extraordinarily

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powerful theater. Part of this appeal lies in its focus on some of the Ring’s most interesting characters at decisive moments of their lives: Wotan, the leader of the gods; his wife, Fricka; his twin offspring, Siegmund and Sieglinde; and, above all, Wotan’s warrior daughter Brünnhilde. These characters and others follow their destinies to some of Wagner’s most remarkable music.

“Die Walküre” is set in mythological times, when gods, giants, dwarves and humans all contended for power. While the first part of the cycle, Das Rheingold, moves between realms above and below the earth, Die Walküre takes place entirely in human territory, as the balance of power in the cosmic struggle tips ever so slowly toward (See Arts Beat, Page 11)

U.K. DUO THE Black Feathers take the stage at Town Hall Theater on Thursday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m.

Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019 — PAGE 11

Cosmic Forecast For the week of March 25

THE METROPOLITAN OPERA’S production of Wagner’s Die Walküre will screen live at Town Hall Theater on Saturday, March 30, at noon.

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) humanity.

Estimated run time is four hours and 55 minutes. A free preperformance talk at 11:15 a.m. will be given by Greg Vitercik in the studio downstairs.

Tickets are $24/$10 students plus fees and may be purchased at townhalltheater.org, by calling 802-382-9222, at the THT box office Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., or at the door one hour before show time. Town Hall Theater is located at 68 S. Pleasant Street in Middlebury.

ENGLISH DUO AT TOWN HALL THEATER Town Hall Theater presents The Black Feathers, an Americana/ indie rock duo from England, on Thursday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m.

From the U.K., Ray Hughes and Sian Chandler first became aware of the magic between them while collaborating on several musical projects, becoming The Black Feathers and life partners in 2012.

Americana, folk, and acoustic indie rock sensibilities coexist comfortably in their musical world, with Hughes’ guitar work buoying the kind of harmonies often only heard in family bands.

Their 2016 debut album, “Soaked to the Bone,” was met with critical acclaim and broke into the Top 10 in the iTunes Country chart and the Official UK Americana Chart. The ability to write songs that are both modern and ancient is a rare thing.

The product of an arcane art of weaving in traditional influences so thoroughly that they become the warp and weft of fresh creations.

“Positively sparkles with energy and joy. Magical ballads that would encourage the rowdiest of crowds to fall silent,” says the Country Record Tickets are $15-$25 plus fees, and may be purchased at townhalltheater.org, by calling 802-382-9222, at the THT box office Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., or at the door one hour before show time. Town Hall Theater is located at 68 S. Pleasant Street in Middlebury.

CHAMPLAIN PHILHARMONIC SPRING CONCERT SERIES Under the direction of Matthew LaRocca and Sherrill Blodget, the Champlain Philharmonic and the Castleton University Chorale are teaming up to perform some of the best works for chorus and orchestra on Saturday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church in Middlebury, and on Sunday, March 31, at 4 p.m., at the Casella Theater at Castleton University.

On the program will be Dvorák’s Carnival Overture, Op. 92; Beethoven’s Fantasia in C Minor, “Choral Fantasy,” featuring pianist, Charles Madsen; Fauré’s Pavane, Op. 50; and Dvorák’s Te Deum, Op. 103.

Tickets are $15 adults, $12 seniors, $5 students, in advance at the CP website, or at the door for both performances. Please visit champlainphilharmonic.org for more information. The Middlebury Congregational Church is located at 2 Main Street in Middlebury, and The Casella Theater is located off Seminary Street on the campus of Castleton University in Castleton.

DANCE AND MUSICALITY MASTER CLASS AT COLLEGE There will be a Dance and Musicality Master Class by Alison Clancy next Monday, April 1, at 4:30 p.m., in the Dance Theater at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Arts Center.

Clancy is a multidisciplinary artist working across the time-based mediums of dance, music, and visual media in pursuit of beauty and catharsis. Clancy has danced for ten seasons with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet and tours internationally with ZviDance. She composes music for theater and film and has released numerous albums.

This class begins with a gentle physical warm up, moving into improvisational techniques and phrasework, with a special emphasis paid to musicality. All levels welcome.

It’s free and the public is welcome.

For more information phone 802443-3168 or visit middlebury.edu/ arts.

ARIES: March 21-April 20. You might have to make a few concessions in the short term if you are eager to make real progress in the long term, Aries. Eventually all things will even out.

TAURUS: April 21May 21. Put exercise to the forefront of your list of things to do, Taurus. If you have not been physically active lately, work slowly and diligently to build up your endurance.

GEMINI: May 22-June 21. Important decisions cannot be made in a matter of minutes, Gemini.

You really have to work through all the angles.

Seek opinions from trusted friends.

CANCER: June 22-July 22. Make a list of things you need to accomplish this week, Cancer. If you let it all sit in your head, you are bound to get overwhelmed and forget something.

LEO: July 23-Aug. 23.

Leo, there are a few ways a situation at work can go. Not every path may meet with your utmost approval. But you may have to swallow your pride and compromise.

VIRGO: Aug. 24-Sept.

22. If illness has been going around, Virgo, do your best to avoid getting sick. Be diligent in hand washing and other preventive measures.

LIBRA: Sept. 23-Oct. 23. Even the most doting parents can use some

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SCORPIO: Oct. 24-Nov. 22. Scorpio, illnesses or medical obstacles can have many sources — from the foods you eat to your emotional wellness. Start jotting things down in a journal to figure out how to feel and look your best.

S A G I T TA R I U S : Nov. 23-Dec. 21. Your perseverance is a source of inspiration to others, Sagittarius. Don’t be bashful when others share these thoughts with you. Accept their well wishes and give thanks.

CAPRICORN: Dec. 22-Jan. 20. Hold tight to those friends who have your best interests at heart through happy and trying situations, Capricorn. These are the people you can call upon this week.

AQUARIUS: Jan. 21-Feb. 18. For so long you have been doling out advice to other people and helping them improve their lives, Aquarius. Now you are the one who could benefit from some counsel.

PISCES: Feb. 19-March 20. Pisces, a recent birthday celebration could have you feeling like you need to make drastic changes.

But small ones can fit the bill as well.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS MARCH 24 - Val Chmerkovskiy, Dancer (33) MARCH 25 - Danica Patrick, Athlete (37) MARCH 26 - Diana Ross, Singer (75) MARCH 27 - Jessie J, Singer (31) MARCH 28 - Lady Gaga, Singer (33) MARCH 29 - Elle Macpherson, Model (55) MARCH 30 - Chris Sale, Athlete (30)

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350.org (Continued from Page 1) Fourteen years later, Isham fondly recalls the first day of that term.

Just as he and his 19 students were settling in, a young man burst through the door looking for an entirely different class. Isham didn’t know where to send him, so he invited him to stay.

“OK,” the young man said, and took his place as the 20th student in the class.

That student, Jon Warnow, along with a handful of his classmates and a host of others, including author and activist Bill McKibben, would go on to found the climate justice organization 350.org.

A lot has happened since then.

“I think the whole area of climate organizing has a completely new lens,” Isham told the Independent recently. We spoke to him in preparation for a march scheduled for April 5-9 that hopes to raise awareness and prompt action around climate change.

CONCEPT OF JUSTICE As 350.org Executive Director (and Middlebury alum) May Boeve said last spring, when she visited one of Isham’s classes via Skype, “When we started 350 we were seven white kids out of Middlebury and Bill McKibben.”

Now, Isham said, “if you look at (350’s) staff, it’s folks of color, it’s folks from all around the world, it’s LGBTQ folks. It’s exactly the kind of leadership that will lead us into and through this amazing challenge we have.”

Current Middlebury College students Divya Gudur and Cora Kircher are two such leaders.

“I’m just learning so much from doing this work all the time,” said Kircher, a junior from upstate New York who helped organize the March 15 Climate Strike in College Park.

“Getting these tools to translate things or giving people pathways to enter conversations they wouldn’t always be able to access — that’s a skill that all of us have really had to develop.”

While Kircher’s interest in organizing and social change inspired her to pursue a sociology major, Gudur connects to the climate justice movement, at least in part, through the lens of science.

Gudur used to believe she could effect change through research alone.

“But I’ve realized that that’s not enough. Sometimes you have to combine that with trying to convince people and trying to organize people to believe what your research proves.

It’s been really important to me to make the connection between what I’m learning in class with issues of justice.”

Kircher agreed.

“It’s a mistake to think that academia exists in a vacuum,” she said.

In a course called “Contested Grounds” Kircher has begun to understand how the environmental movement’s legacy is “inextricably linked to white supremacy and eugenics. That’s something people in

the environmental justice movement have to be thinking about all the time.

What is our legacy? If your campaign isn’t actively anti-racist, then it’s probably racist.”

To illustrate how the climate movement has evolved to include the concept of justice, Isham cited the course Kircher’s taking.

“It used to be called ‘Visions of Nature’ and then ‘Nature’s Meanings,’” he said. “It’s notable that it’s now called ‘Contested Grounds.’ The evolution of that course captures the way we as professors and teachers are thinking about what ‘environmental studies’ is. Those conversations have become much richer, much more challenging, full of difficulty for people like me (who have privilege). This is a deep way of thinking about the world and it’s incredibly good for a new climate movement.”

CAMPUS ACTIVISM Isham also pointed to Middlebury College’s new Energy 2028 plan as a great example of merging traditional classroom-based learning with engaged, outside-of-the-classroom learning.

Energy 2028, unveiled this winter, sets ambitious 10-year goals for the college: • A complete shift to renewable energy for its power and heating needs.

• Reduction of energy consumption.

• Elimination of direct fossil-fuel investments in the endowment.

• Creation of new opportunities to help empower future generations of environmental leaders.

“That effort was led by Middlebury students, in part based on what they have learned in the classroom but also based on their own hands-on work among themselves,” Isham said. “Their collective good work was guided by the vision of President Patton, who artfully orchestrated conversations among students, staff, faculty and Middlebury’s Board of Trustees in a process designed to Get to Yes.” Isham emphasized, however, that Middlebury is not dedicated to teaching activists.

“I have faced pushback, some of it reasonable,” he said, referring to his 2005 course. “How do you balance training folks who are going to lead, but also make sure that they’re analytical and humble? That’s a tricky balance.”

Mobilization that involves all action and no reflection is not the kind of mobilization the climate justice movement wants, he said.

‘NEXT STEPS’ Reflection is in some ways at the heart of ‘Next Steps,’ a 53-mile walk from Middlebury to Montpelier organized by 350 Vermont slated for April 5-9.

“We’re walking because we’re in an emergency — a climate emergency, a justice emergency,” wrote the organizers on their website. “We’re walking to center this situation in a new way, both for ourselves and the broader community.”

Each day of the five-day walk

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• Resistance: bearing witness to the Addison County Natural Gas Pipeline.

• Reimagine: shifting consciousness.

• Recreate: seeking solutions, alternatives, transitions.

• Reform: speaking truth to power.

The structure perfectly illustrates what Isham would call “praxis,” or “action/reflection,” a concept used by Brazilian educator and philosopher Paulo Freire.

“Praxis is when people act together upon their environment in order to critically reflect upon their reality and transform it through action,” Isham explained.

This involves thinking about how to liberate people and help the oppressed liberate themselves, he added, but it’s also a reflection on that process.

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PETS IN NEED HOMEWARD BOUND

Addison County’s Humane Society Dean. 8 years, American terrier mix, neutered male. Dean is a super cute, friendly and active 8 year old American Terrier mix.

His current guardian has to move out of the country and if he went with her would have to endure more stress than he could handle.

This big guy is smart, playful, housetrained and kennel trained. Dean struggles with some separation anxiety; he’ll just want to be where you are. Dean has lived with other dogs (cats aren’t his thing) and does best with larger, female dogs – alpha-male personalities are tough for him. If this big lug looks like the man for you, don’t hesitate to reach out! Dean is staying with his current guardian while we help to find him a new home. For more information or to arrange a visit, please call (860)810-9083 or email coll.alexandra@yahoo.com.

Jack. 6 years, Jack Russell mix, neutered male. This little guy needs a very special home. At 6 years old, Jack is looking to kick back and relax in a calm house with an individual or family who is in tune with his unique needs. One of the things that makes Jack so special is that he is deaf! Jack is dog selective, so not every dog works for him as a friend, but with the right pairing Jack could benefit from a companion dog. Mellow and loving, Jack is ready to be your forever buddy!

Truvy. 1 year, short hair black, spayed female. Truvy is a playful youngster with lots of love to give. She isn’t used to being picked up, but sit down on a couch or chair and she will quickly join you. She loves attention and is the kind of cat that will follow you around and meet you at the door. She is quick to run after a toy and just as quick to join you again on the couch. She is very affectionate and will lick your hand while you pet her. She is great cat for almost everyone looking for a feline companion. Come meet her soon and you’ll be glad you did.

River. 8 years, short hair black & white, neutered male. River is a big, handsome fellow who enjoys the easy life! Despite his age and his size, he is a very playful cat who likes to explore his surroundings. River loves sitting on a window perch watching the world outside and snoozing, but bring out the catnip and partying will ensue!

He tolerates the other cats in his community room, but would really prefer a quiet home without other pets and young children as too much chaos makes him very stressed. If you are looking for a cat who will seek you out for attention but not be constantly underfoot, then River might just be the cat for you!

Chaka. 2 years, short hair black & white, spayed female. Chaka is a sweet, sensitive gal who came to Homeward Bound from another humane society. She enjoys having her head scratched and won’t ever turn down a treat! Chaka gets along with other cats, but she gets easily overwhelmed by too many at once. She would like a relatively quiet home, preferably as an only pet or with one other kitty. Chaka enjoys perches where she can camp out up above to watch the activity and decide whether she wants to join in. This sweetie is waiting for you to bring her home and make her part of your family!

Hermie & Cornelious. 1 year, American mix, neutered males. Hermie and Cornelius are two very sweet boys that came from a home with too many bunnies. They enjoy play time outside of their cage, and even play hide and seek in boxes! They are working hard on being potty-trained and have come a long way.

Hermie is more outgoing and Cornelius is a little more nervous, but they are both working on trusting people. They would do great with other bunnies, cats, kids, and dogs with proper introductions. Veggies and fruit are a favorite of both, especially bananas! Will your home be their fur-ever home?

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Area students receive DAR Good Citizen Awards

VERGENNES — Kylie Comeau of Vergennes Union High School received the Good Citizen Award from the Seth Warner - Rhoda Farrand Chapter of the DAR at its annual awards ceremony on Saturday, March 9. Comeau received a certificate, lapel pin, and $25; she also received the Eleanor Pratt Memorial Scholarship of $250, awarded to the chapter’s Good Citizen each year.

Two students who entered the American History Essay Contest, sponsored by the chapter, also received awards. Michael Davis of VUHS received first place for his essay, “Comparing Ship Technology: The Ships Columbus Used Versus Ships of Today.” His essay was also the second place entry statewide. Abi Shaffer, an 8th grader at Mt. Abraham Union Middle School, was awarded first place for her essay, “The Women’s Suffrage Campaign.” Abi’s essay also took first place in the state essay contest and was forwarded for competing at the divisional level.

ABI SHAFFER OF MAUHS penned the essay, “The Women’s Suffrage Campaign,” as her entry in this years’ DAR American History essay contest, garnering her a first place. Shaffer’s essay also took first place in the state essay contest and was forwarded for competing at the divisional level.

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MICHAEL DAVIS OF VUHS received first place for his essay, “Comparing Ship Technology: The Ships Columbus Used Versus Ships of Today.” in the DAR’s American History essay contest.

Photo/Rena Trepanier

KYLIE COMEAU OF Vergennes holds the DAR Good Citizen plaque, which is kept on display at VUHS. Kylie will be added to the names listed on the plaque of all Vergennes’ Good Citizens since 1945.

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Foster Brothers

OFFICIALS AT FOSTER Brothers Farm Inc. proudly display the “2019 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year” award the Middlebury business recently won. It is the first New England farm to earn the distinction. Pictured, from left, are Heather Foster-Provencher, Robert Foster, Tricia Foster and Jessy Norris.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

a step further in 1992, when they (Continued from Page 1) operation by building a new barn established Vermont Natural Ag Products, a producer and marketer after a devastating fire in 1957.

That pride and commitment was of soil products derived from continued by future generations of composted manure and other the family, who have painstakingly agricultural residuals, such as food updated the farm’s equipment with waste.

Vermont Natural Ag Products cutting edge technology combined with a renewable energy ethos to uses manure solids and food waste keep the operation viable at a time from area sources to make its “MOO when agriculture is again battling DOO” line of organic composts, low milk prices and other economic along with potting soils, topsoils and other products. challenges.

Foster estimated the spinFor example: A year “The ‘same off company produces ago, the Fosters unveiled old, same around 750,000 bags their new barn dubbed the old’ isn’t of compost products “Cow Palace,” in which 475 bovines are serviced going to work per year, supplied to wholesalers and momby eight robotic milkers, anymore.” free-stall water beds, — Robert Foster and-pop retailers.

“The last six years have rubber mats and brushes in a climate-controlled, well- been profitable,” he said.

And that’s in large part because ventilated environment. A crucial component of the new barn is an the farm’s investments in technology information technology system that have been paying off. For example, spans the whole operation (see story they’ve been able harness energy from their compost piles to provide on Page 17). heat and hot water for the building MAKING MOO DOO The family’s hard work and in which the compost is bagged. The dedication hasn’t been limited to Fosters also have equipment that extracts moisture from the air and dairy activities.

Foster Brothers Farm during injects that air into compost piles the early 1980s became the first to allow the substance to mature agricultural enterprise in Vermont more quickly than conventional to install a methane digester — turning. That means compost can be technology that converts cow produced more quickly and therefore manure into energy. And the Fosters in greater quantity, which, of course, took their “green energy” efforts (See Ag products, Page 17)

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FGP offers opportunities for volunteers to serve as classroom aides in Addison County, providing mentoring and support to children of all ages.

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Robots provide milking options also is not the first in the county to feature robotic milking machines.

What really stands out, though, is an extensive computer technology that allows for fewer people and

By JOHN S. McCRIGHT MIDDLEBURY — The family happier cows.

“All the cows have their own that runs Foster Brothers Farm personality,” Foster said. has long run a tight He explained that operation. But they also each cow has an ear realize that sometimes Mark Foster, tag with a tiny radio you have to spend a who keeps little to make a little. things moving transmitter on it. The cows are kept in an A year ago the in the new area of the barn where operation off Lower Foote Street in barn, said the they can lounge on Middlebury opened cows needed water-filled mattresses or get scratched by a up a huge new barn to be taught giant rotating brush. If that includes the latest how to use an individual cow is so technology that allows the system, inclined it approaches the business to keep but they learn a gate that recognizes the cows at maximum it using the radio tag. productivity with a quickly.

The system decides, relatively small number depending on that cow’s of human hands. history, if it will open the gate to The farm borrowed $6 million to build what Robert Foster referred the robotic milking area or to the to as the “Cow Palace.” They hired feeding area.

Mark Foster, who keeps things someone just to manage building moving in the new barn, said the the facility, which Foster credited for coming in $300,000 under cows needed to be taught how to use the system, but they learn budget.

The building, which is 640 feet quickly.

There are eight robots milking long and 30 feet tall, includes unsurprising features, like cows, which have to wait their turn extensive ventilation and curtains but can get in line anytime they that raise and lower with changes in wish. The system ID’s each cow temperature and wind direction. It as it locks it into the milking stall,

Cows get individual attention in ‘palace’

washes its utters, then a robotic arm moves the teatcups that collect the milk into place using infrared sensors. The milk is measured and analyzed for each cow.

The cows are treated so well that they are productive for many more years than used to be typical for dairy cows.

The central computer aggregates the milking and feeding information into a database that allows farm managers to track individual cow performance and herd metrics. Herd manager Rachel Dubanowski can generate reports with bar graphs and charts to identify trends and single out specific problems.

The system sends alerts to farm managers’ phones when an issue arises that needs to be addressed by a human being. While Robert Foster was out of state just before receiving the award he got an alert on his phone and had to send back a response to keep things moving.

The systems in the new barn are so focused on efficiency that they include heat exchangers that take heat from the fresh milk before it goes into the tanker truck for transportation to the Cabot plant.

As Robert Foster tells it, Dubanowski recently was asked by old college professor when she was going to come back to

Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019 — PAGE 17

INFRARED SENSORS LINE up the robotic mechanism that will automatically milk this cow. New technology at Foster Brothers Farm lets cows get milk whenever they wish.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

graduate school, and she answered that she had her dream job already.

Speaking about Dubanowski, but surely referring to the entire Foster Brothers Farm operation,

Foster touted the changes that the farm is continually making.

“We want to keep her interested and excited about working here,” he said.

Ag products (Continued from Page 16) means more revenues.

On a tour of the operations, Foster pointed out a specialized vehicle with big tires and high clearance that travels astride rows of composting material and aerates it faster than traditional turning methods.

“It was the second one in the United States,” Foster noted.

He also pointed out a specially equipped tractor-trailer used to haul pallets of bagged MOO DOO. A conveyor belt on the floor of the trailer means that forklift operators can set the pallets on the end of the rig, where they will be automatically pulled to the front of the trailer — thus reducing the need for manpower and making loading operations run quicker and more efficiently.

The farm now employs 22 fulland part-time workers, some of them family members.

State and local officials have long been aware of the Foster farm’s history as an agricultural leader. But Ed Townley, CEO and president of Cabot Creamery Co-op, decided last year the rest of the country should learn about — and reward — the Fosters’ achievements.

So Townley nominated the Fosters for the “2019 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year” award.

In addition to support materials, Townley provided judges with the following quote to “Dairy Herd Management Magazine” regarding the Fosters: “Foster Brothers Farms

recognized decades ago that sustainable farming is paramount to survival. The family-run operation understands no one truly owns the land — they just borrow it and pass it on. That is why good stewardship is critical. As Foster says, ‘If you take care of the land, it will take care of you.’”

The Fosters learned in December they had won the award. They were sworn to secrecy until the official presentation, which took place on Jan. 21 at a conference in Florida.

Judges took into account the wide range of Foster Bothers Farm’s innovations over the years, including: • Its experimentation with notill and minimum till practices, beginning in 2011. The family that year also started using cover crops.

• Using GPS for soil sampling and herbicide applications.

• Its development of a self-built “roller system” to minimize the use of herbicide. The front, tractormounted roller knocks down cover crop so a no-till planter can penetrate the thick plant mass, thus reducing the need for pesticides.

“The ‘same old, same old’ isn’t going to work anymore,” Foster said.

LAWMAKERS TAKE NOTE The Vermont House and Senate recently passed a resolution congratulating Foster Brothers Farm on its award. Resolution sponsors included Reps. Harvey Smith. R-New Haven; Terry

FOSTER BROTHERS FARMS’ Rachel Dubanowski, left, Robert Foster and Mark Foster draw interest from a few of the 400-plus cows in the Fosters’ highly automated barn. The barn features many efficiencies that helped the business win a coveted national award.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

Norris, I-Shoreham; Robin Scheu, D-Middlebury, and Amy Sheldon, D-Middlebury.

State Sens.

Christopher Bray, D-New Haven, and Ruth Hardy, D-Middlebury, advanced the resolution in the Senate.

Smith, a longtime farmer and a leader of the Addison County agricultural community, spearheaded the resolution. He’s known the

Fosters for decades and seen them make advances in the industry that others are now emulating.

“It’s absolutely incredible and fantastic,” he said of the national recognition for the Fosters. “It’s well-deserved and well-earned by the Foster family.”

Hardy is a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee.

“During this time when there

seems to be so much bad news for dairy farming, it’s great to be able to celebrate the success and innovation of the Foster Brothers Farm,” she said. “Their farm and family have been an important part of our community for decades, and I’m thrilled to see them honored nationally for their good work.”

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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Learn about Vt.’s ‘Citizen Scientists’ at April 11 talk

ADDISON — Vermonters are invited to learn about how citizen science is employed to help with wildlife conservation in Vermont on Thursday, April 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area Conference Room in Addison. This ‘Citizen Science 101’ presentation is free and open to the public and is limited to the first 50 people who register via email.

The presentation will be led by Erin Talmage, Director of the Birds of Vermont Museum, and Amy Alfieri who manages Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area and Visitor Center.

Talmage will discuss the history and importance of citizen science and how the information collected can be used for conservation. Alfieri will discuss citizen science opportunities

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“You don’t have to be an expert to be part of scientific research and monitoring,” said Talmage. “Through this workshop, you’ll learn how to easily observe and report plants and

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Smart phones are not required for this event, but if participants have one and want to practice using iNaturalist, an opportunity to ask questions about to do so will follow the presentation.

The Dead Creek Conference Room is located at 966 Route 17 West in Addison. To sign up, email Amy Alfieri at amy.alfieri@vermont.gov.

Middlebury Community Players is offering scholarships to graduates MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Community Players annually award two $1,000 scholarships to students who have graduated from high school within the last two years and who plan to attend college. In order to be eligible for either of these scholarships in 2019, applicants must have graduated in either 2017 or 2018 or will graduate

in 2019, and must have worked with the Middlebury Community Players in some regard over the course of middle school and/or high school (either being in or working on a show, or helping out at an MCP-sponsored event, such as our costume sale).

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Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019 — PAGE 19

SPORTS MONDAY

Leagues pick locals for hoop squads

ADDISON COUNTY — Nine members of the boys’ basketball teams from Middlebury, Otter Valley, Mount Abraham and Vergennes union high schools earned postseason recognition from either the Lake Division or Marble Valley League’s B Division, five as first-team picks.

Earning first-team Lake recognition were MUHS senior Parker Beatty and three juniors, Eagle Liam Kelliher, Tiger Tyler Buxton, and Commodore Kevin Jackson.

OV senior Dylan Mackie made the MVL B Division first team, and two of his teammates, seniors Delshon Norwood and Tyler Rowe, earned MVL B honorable mention.

Earning Lake honorable mention were two seniors, Eagle Logan Willey and Commodore Ezekiel Palmer.

Two county coaches also shared Lake Division Coach of the Year honors, Mount Abe’s Martin Clark and Middlebury’s John Howe.

High school seniors named as all-stars WINDSOR — The Vermont Basketball Coaches’ Association hosted its 2019 Senior All-Star Games this past Saturday at Windsor High School.

The day of basketball featured four games with Vergennes and Mount Abraham players picked for the South Team in the Division 1 and 2 Girls’ Game, and Otter Valley, Mount Abe and Middlebury players picked for the Div. 1 and 2 Boy’s Game.

Slated to play for the girls were Jalen Cook and Cora Funke from Mount Abe and Ciara McClay and Brianna VanderWey from Vergennes. Selected for the boys were Dylan Mackie and Tyler Rowe of Otter Valley, Logan Rodriguez from Mount Abe and Parker Beaty from MUHS. Selections were released to the press too late to be published before the game; results of Saturday’s action were not available.

Women’s lax wins league game by 3 BRUNSWICK, Maine — The Middlebury College women’s lacrosse team on Saturday used a 9-0 first-half run to take charge over host Bowdoin on the way to a 21-18 victory.

The Panthers, ranked No. 6 in NCAA Division III, improved to 4-1 and 3-1 in NESCAC play. They are set to visit No. 5 Salisbury on Monday and York on Wednesday.

The Polar Bears dropped to 2-4, 1-3 in league play.

Bowdoin led, 8-3, midway through the first half as Polar Bear Eliza Denious scored three times. The Panthers responded with their big run to lead by 12-8 at intermission.

Jane Earley converted three free positions during the surge, and five Panthers added a goal apiece.

Bowdoin cut the lead to 13-11 at 23:38 of the second half, but four Panthers scored in a 4-0 run to make it 17-11 with 18:01 remaining. The Polar Bears closed to 19-16 at 7:16, but back-to-back goals from Casey O’Neill and Emma McDonagh put the game out of Bowdoin’s reach Earley’s five goals paced the PANTHER ATTACKER A.J. Kucinski goes airborne to get off a shot that is saved by Bowdoin goalie Jack O’Connor. Kucinski, a junior, had two (See Women, Page 20) goals and two assists in Saturday’s 14-9 home victory.

Score BOARD

COLLEGE SPORTS Men’s Lacrosse 3/23 Midd. vs. Bowdoin..........................14-9 Women’s Lacrosse 3/23 Midd. vs. Bowdoin........................21-18 Softball 3/23 Thomas vs. Midd..............................3-1 3/23 Carleton vs. Midd. ............................6-0 3/24 Oberlin vs. Midd................................9-8 3/24 Midd. vs. Miami-Hamilton......................

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Baseball 3/23 Midd. vs. Lawrence...........................9-2 3/23 Midd. vs. Lawrence.........................10-0 3/24 Midd. vs. Elmhurst............................3-1 3/24 Midd. vs. Elmhurst............................4-1

Independent photo/Steve James

Panthers ramp up & defeat Bowdoin, 14-9 Midd. storms back after falling behind

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — After a slow start in its home opener against Bowdoin on Saturday, the Middlebury College men’s lacrosse team turned things around in a hurry — two minutes and four seconds of the second quarter, to be exact.

That’s how long it took Middlebury to score five goals and wipe out a 4-1 Polar Bear lead in a 14-9 victory that evened the Panthers

record at 3-3, 2-2 in NESCAC play.

To that point the Panthers had possession of the ball, but a combination of Bowdoin goalie Jack O’Connor, who made six of his 16 saves in the first period; their own off-target shooting; and a Panther defense that Coach Dave Campbell said hadn’t settled in yet, had allowed Bowdoin to get off the blocks first.

The Panthers’ key surge came not long after Bowdoin (4-3, 2-2 NESCAC) scored twice in 37 seconds.

Jeff Powers snuck in behind the Panther defense and converted Reed Baker’s feed from the left, and next

a George Langan 12-yard laser to the lower left corner made it 4-1 at 12:33 of the second.

Then Middlebury flipped the switch. At 9:39 Danny Jacobs cut to goal and netted an Alderik van der Heyde feed. Twenty seconds later — after one of Jack Gould’s many faceoff wins — Luke Peterson picked up a loose ball out front and found the lower right corner from five yards out. Nineteen seconds later van der Heyde dodged in from the left side, switched to his left hand, and found the lower left corner from close range.

At 7:58 Frank Cosolito whipped in an eight-yard shot from the left, and at 7:35 Chase Goree swept through the defense and tossed a six-yarder high into the net to make it 6-4.

The Polar Bears got one back before the half, but their early momentum was gone. The Panther defense — Clay Hunt, Pierce Fricke, Ben Snow, Zeke Emerson and Alex Farley did most of the long-stick work — also had become more aggressive, double-teaming ball-carriers and forcing turnovers.

After allowing four goals in the first (See Men’s lax, Page 20)

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Men’s lax

Women

(Continued from Page 19) 17:27, Middlebury surrendered just five more in the remaining 42:33.

But the offense settled down first, Campbell said.

“We had some good looks early, and we missed the cage. We weren’t shooting the ball well, and their goalie made a couple early saves on us, and I think we were a little tight on offense,” Campbell said. “We did a couple things schematically, but more than anything I think our guys just started playing with more confidence. And once you get a few to go I think you just loosen up naturally.”

At the other end Campbell said it was much the same story: The tactics changed slightly, but the players’ frame of mind made the larger difMIDDLEBURY DEFENDERS PIERCE Fricke (17), Ben Snow (24), Clay Hunt (12) and goalie Charles Midgley ference.

“We mixed in some zone, but I bottle up Bowdoin attacker Will Murtagh in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 14-9 home Panther win.

Independent photo/Steve James think more than anything I think the guys settled into what they were game. In the last two games he’s tion all season long,” Campbell said.

Campbell called it a big victory, doing and got back to our funda- arguably been our MVP,” Campbell The Polar Bears had a chance noting Bowdoin had won three mentals. We want to be aggressive. said. to get back in the game late in the straight vs. the Panthers. He believes And they started playing that way, The Panthers kept their sec- third period. With the score 11-7 and the Panthers “can win some games” and we created some nice turnovers. ond-period momentum in the third the clock winding down Bowdoin’s if they keep putting in the effort.

They were pretty disruptive,” he period with four straight goals to Jimmy Young got a good look in “There are a lot of things we said. “You could just say we were make it 10-5, with Jack Hoelzer, transition, but Middlebury goalie need to improve on. But we’ve got pretty tight all over the field in that Jacobs (from A.J. Kucinski), van der Charles Midgley denied his low shot some good pieces and the kids work first quarter. In the second quarter we Heyde and Goree doing the damage. from eight yards out for what was hard,” Campbell said. “We’re still started playing bigger and with more The goals from Jacobs and Goree probably the most important of his throwing the ball away way too confidence.” came on the break after the Panthers 10 saves. much for guys at this skill level. It Not to be overlooked is Gould, forced midfield turnovers, and the Eight Panthers scored. Jacobs needs to translate on game day. But who is taking the faceoffs while the Panthers’ opening goal in the fourth finished with four goals and an the compete is there. The resiliency team’s specialist is recovering from quarter came after three rapid-fire assist, Goree netted three goals, and is there. We have those things in us. injury. Gould helped Middlebury Panther passes in transition to set up Kucinski added two goals and two I love that about this team. We just win 17 of 26 faceoffs, 15 of 20 Jacobs, on a play that started when assists. Powers and Langan netted need to clean up and execute what through three periods, and finished Emerson picked off a Bowdoin pass hat tricks for the Polar Bears. Mid- we do better.” with a game-high 10 ground balls. in the defensive end. dlebury earned advantages in shots, Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at “He keeps getting better every “That was our best game in transi- 50-40, and ground balls, 40-32. andyk@addisonindependent.com.

(Continued from Page 19) Panthers. McDonagh and O’Neill each scored four times, and Emily Barnard added three. Earley also won nine draws, while Alex White caused three turnovers. Julia Keith made three saves and allowed six goals in 12:54, while Kate Furber made three saves and surrendered 12 goals the rest of the way.

Denious finished with four goals for Bowdoin, while Fiona Bundy and Katie Miller added three apiece. Two Bowdoin goalies also combined for six saves.

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Green Mountain Care Board Wednesday, March 27 2 a.m. Vermont State House 5:28 a.m. The Story Matters 6 a.m. Home Health & Hospice 7:30 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 9 a.m. Energy Week 10 a.m. Selectboard, Legislative Breakfast 1 p.m. Central VT Fiber Meeting 4:30 p.m. What Equity Looks Like 6:30 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 8 p.m. Selectboard, Green Mountain Care Board Thursday, March 28 5 a.m. Energy Week 6 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 7:30 a.m. Eckankar 8 a.m. Congregational Church Service 10 a.m. Addiction Vermont Parts 1 & 2 12 p.m. Selectboard, VT State House 5 p.m. Home Health & Hospice 8 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 9:30 a.m. Green Mountain Care Board Friday, March 29 12:30 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange (VMX), State House 5 a.m. Selectboard 6:40 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 10 a.m. Selectboard, Legislative Breakfast

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Schedule COLLEGE SPORTS Men’s Lacrosse 3/27 Midd. vs. Union at Syracuse......... Noon 3/30 Midd. at Amherst........................... 1 PM Women’s Lacrosse 3/25 Midd. at Salisbury......................... 4 PM 3/27 Midd. at York............................ 4:30 PM 3/30 Amherst at Midd............................ 2 PM Softball 3/26 Midd. vs. Buffalo (FL)...............9:45 AM 3/26 Midd. vs. Kalamazoo (FL).......11:45 AM 3/27 Midd. vs. WI-Whtwater (FL)......9:30 AM 3/27 Midd. vs. Elmhurst (FL)..........11:45 AM 3/30 Johnson at Midd. (2)..................... Noon 3/31 Keene at Midd. (2)........................ Noon Baseball 3/25 Midd. vs. WI-Whtwater (FL)......9:45 AM 3/26 Midd. vs. Thomas (FL)............. 1:30 PM 3/27 Midd. vs. Union (FL)..................... 1 PM 3/29 Midd. vs. Hamilton (FL)................ Noon 3/30 Midd. vs. Hamilton (2) (FL)........... Noon Late games were played after deadline.

Spectators are advised to consult school websites for the latest schedule updates.

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Please see the MCTV website, www.middleburycommunitytv.org, for changes in the schedule; MCTV events, classes and news; and to view many programs online. Submit listings to the above address, or call 388-3062.

10:10 p.m. Addiction Vermont Parts 1 & 2 MCTV Channel 16 Tuesday, March 26 5 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange (VMX) 6 a.m. Yoga for You 6:31 a.m. Transformational Yoga #1 7:01 a.m. Transformational Yoga #2 7:30 a.m. At the Ilsley 10:15 a.m. ACSD Board Meeting 12 p.m. Winter Ecology of Whitetail Deer 5:30 p.m. Author Talk - Pocorobba 6:45 p.m. Artful World - BCA Dreams Come True 8:30 p.m. Racism in America 10:06 p.m. Vermont Media Exchange Wednesday, March 27 5:30 a.m. Music from VMX 6:30 a.m. Transformational Yoga 7:30 a.m. Author Talk - Pocorobba 9 a.m. The Story Matters 3 p.m. Racism in America 4:36 p.m. Yoga for You 5:30 p.m. First Wednesday - Chaucer 8 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting 10 p.m. At The Ilsley 11:30 p.m. Vermont Media Exchange Thursday, March 28 6:31 a.m. Yoga for You 7 a.m. ACSD Board Meeting 9 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange 11:30 a.m. The Story Matters 4 p.m. Transformational Yoga 1 & 2 5 p.m. All Things LGTBQ 6 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting 8 p.m. Racism in America 9:36 p.m. Artful World - BCA Dreams Come True Friday, March 29 6:30 a.m. Havana Fairfax 7:30 a.m. Transformational Yoga 8:30 a.m. Artful World - BCA Dreams Come True

9:30 a.m. At the Ilsley 12 p.m. Vermont Media Exchange 3 p.m. The Story Matters 3:30 p.m. Transformational Yoga 1 & 2 4:30 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 5:30 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting 8 p.m. The Story Matters Saturday, March 30 5:30 a.m. The World Fusion Show 6:29 a.m. For the Animals 7 a.m. Yoga for You 8 a.m. The Story Matters 8:30 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange 12 p.m. At the Ilsley 2:20 p.m. Racism in America 4 p.m. Growing Bright Futures 5 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 10 p.m. Racism in America Sunday, March 31 5 a.m. Havana Fairfax 6 a.m. Yoga For You 6:30 a.m. Bulletin Board 7 a.m. All Things LGBTQ 8 a.m. At the Ilsley 12 p.m. Author Talk - Pocorobba 1:45 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting 3:30 p.m. For the Animals 4 p.m. At the Ilsley 5:30 p.m. All Things LGBTQ Monday, April 1 12 a.m. VT State Board of Education 7 a.m. Yoga for You 7:30 a.m. Havana Fairfax 8:30 a.m. ACSD Board Meeting 10:30 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange 3 p.m. The Artful World 5 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 6 p.m. Transformational Yoga 1 & 2 9:30 p.m. At the Ilsley

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Students of the Week from area High Schools Middlebury Union High School

Middlebury Union High School introduces Audrey Huston as its Student of the Week. Audrey is the daughter of Lesley and Chris Huston of Waltham. She has a younger brother, Ben, who is a sophomore at Vergennes UHS and her sister, Carly is in her second year at St. Michael’s College in Colchester.

Audrey has been actively involved in all aspects of MUHS. As she reflects on her four years of high school, Audrey says she is grateful to her teachers for their helpfulness and inspiration in the classroom. She states that Ms. Manley, who doubles as her Advanced Placement Environmental Science teacher and Nordic ski coach, has been especially helpful. Audrey is proud to have been part of the two-time state championship Nordic ski team during her sophomore and junior years. Audrey’s teammates chose her to captain the Nordic team during her senior season. A three-sport athlete, she also runs the 5K as a member of the cross-country team in the fall. She competes in the 800 and 1500 in the spring as a member of the Tigers varsity track team.

Her teachers respect Audrey for her dedication to her studies, Audrey Huston her natural leadership skills and her enthusiasm in the classMUHS room. A talented student, she is taking four Advanced Placement courses as a senior. Audrey enjoys all of her classes but says that her interests lie primarily in the sciences. She is a founding member of the school’s newly formed environmental science club, BIOME. The club has approximately 20 members and Audrey has been elected the group’s first president. The club is focusing on numerous environmental initiatives at MUHS, one of which is a reduction in food waste in the cafeteria. BIOME surveyed the student body about plastic usage and is helping to bring greater awareness of environmental issues to the school community.

In the fall, Audrey served as a Peer Leader to entering ninth-graders as they transitioned from middle to high school. She has been in three of the school’s drama productions and especially enjoyed her role in “Singin’ in the Rain,” the fall 2018 musical. Audrey is looking forward to graduation in June and has submitted applications to colleges throughout the Northeast. She has focused her search on small to mid-size colleges and universities where she can pursue her interests in the sciences.

Audrey will be truly missed when she leaves MUHS, but we know that a bright future awaits this talented young woman.

Vergennes Union High School

Vergennes Union High School recognizes Jameson Haggett as its Student of the Week. Jameson lives in Vergennes with his dad and mom, Shannon and Melissa Haggett. Jameson has an older sister, Siobhan Haggett, who is a senior at the Maine College of Art. Jameson has been on the Honor Roll all four years of high school. In his junior year he was accepted into the National Technical Honor Society at the Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center. Jameson has also received numerous band awards and a German award. Jameson has been a member of the band and jazz band since 9th grade. Since his 10th grade year Jameson has been on the lights and sound crew for the school musical, and helped the Ferrisburgh Children’s Play with their lights and sound.

During the summer before his junior year Jameson began to work at the Addison County Humane Society: Homeward Jameson Haggett Bound. He still works there. He walks the dogs, plays with VUHS cats, and cares for the animals. Jameson also cleans up after the animals, feeds them, and makes sure they are properly looked after while they are at the shelter.

Jameson offers this succinct advice to other VUHS students: “Be an independent thinker.”

Becky Ebel, Jameson’s morning meeting teacher, shared positive reflections about him.

“Jameson is kind, thoughtful, and inquisitive. I have enjoyed and valued the conversations I’ve had with Jameson, both philosophical and light-hearted. He has a great sense of humor and is joyful in his curiosity. He has been a strong and fair-minded advocate for student voice in education and I feel honored to have been a part of his educational journey.”

Following graduation from VUHS Jameson is going to college at Franklin Pierce University, possibly majoring in a branch of psychology. The faculty, staff and students of VUHS wish Jameson the very best in the future.

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Religious Directory The Addison Independent prints these free listings on a space-available basis throughout the year. Send new and updated information including schedules, staff, phone numbers, e-mail and Web addresses, to sarahp@ addisonindependent.com, or by mail, fax, or in person to our office. Don’t forget to email Sarah and let her know about your place of worships’ plans for Holy Week. Deadline has past, but we’d like a complete list.

Hollow Rd. The Rev. Kim HornungMarcy, pastor. Sunday worship, 10 a.m., Sunday school, 10 a.m. Nursery available. Call for information on youth group and adult education. 802-4252770 or nfumchurch.org.

Hinesburg SAINT JUDE THE APOSTLE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. 10759 Route 116.

Father David G. Cray. Saturday Mass, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Mass, 9:30 a.m.

Weekday Masses Monday, Friday, 8 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation, Saturday, 4 p.m., and by appointment. 802-4822290, stjude@gmavt.net, stjudevt.org.

This religious service listing is also online at addisonindependent.com.

Addison ADDISON COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH. Addison four corners, routes 22A and 17. The Rev. Stephen Payne, pastor. Worship, 10:30 a.m.

WEST ADDISON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. 18 Church St., West Addison, off of Route 17 and Jersey Street. The Rev. Paul Hoffman and Rev. Mike Doran.

Sunday worship, 9 a.m. During August, the congregation will worship at the Vergennes United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. 802-877-3376.

Brandon/Forest Dale BRANDON BAHA’I COMMUNITY. Meets for regular Sunday morning devotions every Sunday at 10 a.m. For location information and more, call 802247-3919 or 802-345-0373.

BRANDON BAPTIST CHURCH. Routes 7 and 73 West, Brandon. Sunday services, 11 a.m.; adult and young adult Bible study, 10 a.m.; Sunday school for ages 5 and up. Wednesday prayer and Bible study, 6:30 p.m.

Handicap accessible. 802-247-3339 or brandonbaptistchurch.org.

BRANDON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, U.C.C. The “go-to” church on the Brandon green, 1 Carver St., Route 7, P.O. Box 97, Brandon.

The Rev. William L. Bartholomew, interim pastor. Sunday worship, 10 a.m. year round; Sunday school, 10 a.m. (October through May); choir, Wednesday, 7 p.m. (September through June). 802-247-6121 (office), 802-745-7515 (pastor’s cell phone) or brandoncongregationalchurch@gmail. com.

BRANDON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Franklin Street. Kenneth Bevan, pastor. Regular worship, 10 a.m., Sunday school every Sunday, 10 a.m.

Fellowship hour, 11 a.m. Child care. Holy Communion, first Sunday. 802-247-6524.

FURNACE BROOK WESLEYAN CHURCH. 1895 Forest Dale Road, Brandon. Joel Tate, pastor. Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Handicap accessible.

802-247-6748 or office@furnacebrook. org.com.

LIFEBRIDGE CHRISTIAN CHURCH. 97 Frog Hollow Road (formerly the Neshobe Sportsman Club). Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m. LifeGroups meet weekly, call for schedule. 802-247-LIFE (5433). lbccvt. com.

Leicester COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE. 39 Windy Knoll Lane.

The Rev. Philip Smith, pastor. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship service, 11 a.m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Men’s Breakfast, every third Saturday, September through May.

EAST MIDDLEBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Routes 125 and 116 LIVING WATER ASSEMBLY OF GOD. 76 North St., Forest Dale. Lewis Butterfield, pastor. Sunday service and children’s church at 10 a.m. 802-247-4542.

400 Rocky Dale Road. Sunday, 9 a.m.

Children’s church during service for K-4th grade. 802-453-2660 or 802-4532614. www.bristolcf.org.

Spear St. Father David G. Cray. Sunday Mass, 8 and 11 a.m. Weekday Masses, Tuesday and Thursday, 5:15 p.m. 802425-2637, carmel@gmavt.net, olmcvt.org.

OUR LADY OF GOOD HELP ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (ST. MARY’S).

38 Carver St. Fr. Maurice Moreau, OFM Cap. Mass schedule: Saturday, 4 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. Tel: 802-247-6351.

FEDERATED CHURCH OF BRISTOL. The Rev. Bill Elwell, pastor. Sunday worship and K-12 Sunday school, 10:15 a.m., year round. Childcare provided.

Coffee hour follows service. 802-4532321, rescueme97@yahoo.com or bristolfederatedchurch.org.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP. Charlotte Children’s Center, Ferry Road. Child care available.

Pat Neal, 802-425-3136; Diane Butler, 802-425-2373.

ST. THOMAS & GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH. Route 7, Brandon village, corner of Prospect Street. 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, no music; 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist, family-friendly service with music. Sunday morning program for children K-6 during the school year and play area at back of church for younger children. 802-247-6759 or standg.org.

Bridport BRIDPORT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. (Conservative Congregational Church Conference). The Rev. Tim Franklin, pastor. Sunday school, 9:15 a.m.; worship service, 10:30 a.m. Coffee hour immediately after service. 802-7582227 or bridportchurch.com.

HOPE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP. Bridport Community Hall, 52 Middle Road. Pastor Jeff Kauffman. Age graded Bible classes, 9 a.m. Second service, 10:30 a.m. Bible studies on Sunday nights. 802-759-2922 or hopecommunityfellowship.org.

ST. BERNADETTE / ST. GENEVIEVE PARISH. Part of the combined mission of St. Mary’s in Middlebury, St. Bernadette in Bridport offers Mass Saturdays, 7:30 p.m., November through April only. St. Genevieve in Shoreham has Mass from May through October on Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.

Bristol BRISTOL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. Pastors Rob Carter and Roger Hamilton.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF BRISTOL. Rev. Todd Goodyear, interim pastor. Sunday service, 10:15 a.m., Sunday school, 11 a.m.; contact person Deacon Mary Purinton, 802-453-2551.

For special events, visit First Baptist Church, Bristol, VT, on Facebook. A welcoming family-oriented church.

ST. AMBROSE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. Fr. Yvon J. Royer, pastor.

Saturday, 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.

Confessions: Saturday, 6-6:15 p.m.; Sunday, 7-7:45 a.m.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH. 839 Rockydale Road. Bruce Wilkinson, pastor. Sabbath school, Saturday, 9:30 a.m.; worship, Saturday, 11 a.m.; weekly Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

802-453-4712.

TERASEM MOVEMENT TRANSRELIGION. 2 Park Place.

Meditation on the Truth of Terasem on the 10th of each month at 10 a.m. Info: terasamfaith.net or terasemfaith.org.

Cornwall FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF CORNWALL. 2598 Route 30. Sunday worship 9:30am (first Sundays at Weybridge Congregational Church). 802-462-3111 or CornwallCongregationallChurch@ gmail.com.

East Middlebury EAST MIDDLEBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Corner of Routes 125 and 116. Bob Bushman, pastor. Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors. Sunday worship, 9 a.m.; contemporary service at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday school during 9 a.m. service.

802-388-7423.

VALLEY BIBLE CHURCH. Routes 7 and 125. Rev. Ed Wheeler. Services on Sundays: Sunday school for all ages, 9:30 a.m. Worship services 10:45 a.m. (Nursery provided). Prayer Meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Sundays; Youth Group and AWANA meet on Sunday evenings at 5:30 p.m. 802-388-7137 or valleybiblechurch.us.

Charlotte CHARLOTTE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. Church Hill Road. The Rev. Kevin Goldenbogen, pastor. Sundays 10 a.m.: Worship service and Sunday school. 802-425-3176.

Ferrisburgh FERRISBURGH CENTER COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Route 7, Ferrisburgh, next to the town offices/Grange hall. Parking lot. The Rev. Paul Hoffman and team.

Sunday worship, 9 a.m. 802-876-7622.

OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. 2894

NORTH FERRISBURGH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. 277 Old

ST. AGNES’ ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (A MISSION OF OLGH, BRANDON). Leicester Whiting Road.

Fr. Vincent Onunkwo, Admin. Mass on Sunday, 8 a.m. (May though October).

802-247-6351.

Lincoln SUNRAY MEDITATION SOCIETY AND SUNRAY PEACE VILLAGE. 2202 Downingsville Rd. Home of the Green Mountain Ani Yunwiwa and Vajra Dakini Nunnery. Cherokee Ceremonial Cycle on new moons; Cherokee and Tibetan Buddhist teachings offered. Come join us to renew the Sacred Hoop in these times. 802-453-4610 or sunray.org.

UNITED CHURCH OF LINCOLN. 23 Quaker St. Interim pastor: Rev. Dan Ivins. Sunday worship, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school, 10:15 a.m. 802-453-4280, ucol@ gmavt.net, unitedchurchoflincoln.org.

United Church of Lincoln Middlebury CHAMPLAIN VALLEY UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST SOCIETY. Corner of Duane Court and Charles Avenue. The Rev. Barnaby Feder, minister. Sunday service 10 a.m. Religious exploration and nursery care provided. 802-388-8080. cvuus.org.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY, MIDDLEBURY. Middlebury Community House, Main and Seymour streets, Sunday, 10 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m., Wednesday (third weeks of the month only), 7:30 p.m.

THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF MIDDLEBURY (UCC). 2 Main St. The Rev. Andrew Nagy-Benson, pastor.

Sunday worship and church school at 10 a.m. Nursery care provided. 802388-7634. New Light Service, 4 p.m., Sundays, Unity Hall.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS. 133 Valley View Drive, Buttolph Acres. 802-3883102. Bret Weekes, Stake President, Montpelier Vermont Stake. Sunday: (See Directory, Page 23)

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Religious Directory Sacrament meeting 10 a.m.; Sunday school 11:15 a.m.

EASTERN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN WORSHIP. Information on service in the Middlebury area: 802-453-5334.

ECKANKAR. Meeting once a month at Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Info: megan.elberty@gmail.com. Check for this month’s meeting date and time online at eckankar-vt.org.

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH. 52 Merchants Row. Pastor Bob Hanley.

Sunday morning worship and Sunday school, 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible study and prayer, 7 p.m. Visitors welcome. gracebaptistmiddlebury.com or 802-4533003.

HAVURAH, THE JEWISH CONGREGATION OF ADDISON COUNTY. 56 N. Pleasant St. Middlebury.

Shabbat morning services twice monthly, holiday programming, weekly Hebrew School, community events Contact HHedDirector@gmail.com or visit havurahaddisoncounty.org.

MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH (AMERICAN BAPTIST). South Pleasant Street. The Rev. Dr. Stephanie Allen, pastor. Sunday school for all ages (infant to adult) on Sunday, 9 a.m.; Sunday morning worship and Junior Church (worship model) with nursery, 10 a.m.; small groups, fellowship groups throughout the week. Times and dates at memorialbaptistvt.org or 802-388-7472.

MIDDLEBURY FRIENDS MEETING (QUAKERS). Havurah House, 56 North Pleasant St. (Route 7). Sunday, 10 a.m., First Day School (September through June), childcare provided.

MIDDLEBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Corner of Route 7 and Seminary Street. The Rev. Mari Clark, pastor. Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors. A Reconciling Congregation.

Sunday: adult study, 10 a.m.; gathering time, 11 a.m.; morning worship, 11:15 a.m.

SAINT MARY’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION). Father Luke Austin, pastor. Masses: Saturday, 5:15 p.m., Sunday 8, 10 a.m.

ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH. On the green in Middlebury.

Sunday morning services, June 5-Sept. 4, 9 a.m.; September to June, services at 8 and 10:30 a.m., adult education and choir at 9 a.m. (child care available), and Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays: Communion in the chapel, 12:05 p.m. Thursdays, Christian meditation, 4 p.m. 802-388-7200 or ststephensmidd.org.

ST. TIMOTHY ANGLICAN MISSION. Middlebury Community House, 6 Main St. The Rev. Alex W. Cameron. Sunday services, 4 p.m. Service consists of an informal homily followed by the celebration of the Eucharist.

THE SANGHA AT CVUUS. Champlain

Weekday groups include coffee break womens’ group, young peoples (7th-12th grade), young adult married and singles, and more. 802-877-2500 or cvcrc.net.

Valley Unitarian Universalist Society.

Sunday, 7-8:30 p.m., sitting meditation and dharma discourse. All meditation practices supported. Open to the public.

Beginners welcome. Instruction available at 6:40 p.m. rswansonvt@gmail.com.

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERGENNES (UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST). Water Street. The Rev. Joan O’Gorman, interim pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m., nursery, church school ages 3-8th grade. Info: vergennescongregationalchurch.org, 802877-2435 or vucc@vergennesucc.org.

Monkton MONKTON FRIENDS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. The Rev. Bill Elwell, pastor. Sunday worship, 8:45 a.m. 802-453-2321 or rescueme97@ yahoo.com.

FAITH IN ACTION CHURCH. 300 Main St. Worship every Sunday at 4:30 p.m.

Prayer meeting every Thursday at 7 p.m.

Brandon Mendez, Church Planter. 828550-9723, brandonmendez17@aol.com, or faithinactionvt.com.

New Haven ADDISON COUNTY CHURCH OF CHRIST. 145 Campground Road. Dale Pennock, preacher. Worship assemblies, Sunday, 9 a.m. and 11:20 a.m. Bible study classes for adults and children, Sunday, 10:30 a.m., and Tuesday, 7 p.m. Call for free Bible study course or in-home Bible study. Watch Bible Forum on MCTV-15 (Middlebury) or NEAT-19 (Bristol). 802-453-5704 or 802-545-4772.

PANTON COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH. 49 Adams Ferry Road, just around the corner from the Panton General Store. Eric Carter, teaching pastor. Sunday: Sunday school and adult Bible study, 9:30 a.m.; worship service, 10:30 a.m., with nursery and junior church for ages 5 and under. Wednesday evening Bible study is held in a local home; call for details. 802-475-2656.

NEW HAVEN CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. Church services and Sunday school at 10 a.m. on Sunday. 802-4535059.

NEW HAVEN UNITED REFORMED CHURCH. 1660 Ethan Allen Highway (Route 7). Sunday services, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday school 11:30 a.m. 388-1345.

North Chittenden MOUNTAINSIDE BIBLE CHURCH (REFORMED BAPTIST). 27 Holden Road. Sunday worship 10:30 a.m., Sunday school 9:30 a.m. nhismrcy@ gmail.com, mountainsidebiblechurch. com or 802-483-6266.

ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH. Corner of Main and Park streets, Vergennes. The Rev. Alan Kittelson, rector. Holy Eucharist on Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m., with child care during the 10 a.m. service. 802-877-3322 or saintpaulsvergennes.org.

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, Orwell

Orwell FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. The Rev. David Anderson, pastor.

Sunday worship service, 10 a.m. 802948-2900.

ST. ELIZABETH ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. Sunday, 9 a.m.

SAINT PAUL’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. Fr. Anthony Pittappilly, pastor; Fr. Michael Onyekwere, parochial vicar; Fr. Deniskingsley Nwagwu, parochial vicar. Mass Sunday, 10:30 a.m., and Tuesday, 7 p.m. 802-468-5706.

Salisbury SALISBURY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST). The Rev. John Grivetti, pastor.

Sunday worship service, 10 a.m., church school 10 a.m.

Panton PANTON COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH. 49 Adams Ferry Road, just around the corner from the Panton General Store. Pastor Tom Lupien, Teaching Pastor Eric Carter. Sunday school and Adult Bible study 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service 10:30 a.m. with nursery and junior church. Wednesday evening Bible study is held in a local home; call for details. 802-475-2656.

Shoreham ST. GENEVIEVE / ST. BERNADETTE PARISH. Part of the combined mission of St. Mary’s in Middlebury, St. Bernadette in Bridport offers Mass Saturdays, 7:30 p.m., November through April only. St. Genevieve in Shoreham has Mass from May through October on Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.

Ripton RIPTON COMMUNITY CHURCH, UNITED METHODIST. No regular services, but the facility is available for religious and social events. 802-388-0338.

Rochester FEDERATED CHURCH OF ROCHESTER. The Rev. Gregory Homan, pastor. Sunday worship, 10 a.m.

802-767-3012. Sunday school during the school year.

SHOREHAM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH-UCC. The Rev. Christina DelPiero, pastor. Intersection of Main and School streets. Sunday service, 10 a.m., with child care available. Handicap accessible. 802-897-2687.

Starksboro SOUTH STARKSBORO FRIENDS MEETING (SOCIETY OF FRIENDS: QUAKERS). Dan Sargent Road. Sunday worship and First Day school, 9:30 a.m., preceded by singing at 9:15 a.m. 802453-4927.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF STARKSBORO. 2806 Vermont Route 116. 802-453-5577. Pastor Larry Detweiler, 802-434-6715 (home), 802989-2679 (cell), email revdets@gmail. com. Sunday mornings: 10 a.m., Chat, Chew and Renew, adult Bible study and fellowship; 10 a.m.-noon, Sunday’s Cool youth Bible study and fellowship (grades K-7); 11 a.m., Sunday worship, with Communion monthly on the first Sunday. Starksboro Senior Meal, 11: 30 a.m., fourth Thursday, January-October, Brenda Boutin, senior meal coordinator, 802-453-6354, mtgazette@earthlink.net.

Vergennes/Panton ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHRISTIAN CENTER. 1759 Route 7, Vergennes.

Pastor Mike Oldham, senior pastor.

Sunday school (all ages), 9 a.m.; worship service and children’s church, 10 a.m.; Spanish worship service, 11 a.m.: prayer open house, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Phone, 802-877-3903; fax, 802-877-3924; e-mail, contact@ agccvt.org; website, agccvt.org.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH. 73 Church St., Waltham. The Rev. Phillip Westra, pastor. Sunday worship services: 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., nursery available.

Sunday school for children at 11:15 a.m.

ST. PETER’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH. The Rev. Yvon Royer, pastor.

Masses: Saturday, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Confessions: Saturday, 3:304:15 p.m.; Sunday, 10-10:15 a.m.

VERGENNES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Main Street, Vergennes, across from the Vergennes Opera House. Street parking. The Rev. Paul Hoffman and Rev. Mike Doran. During July, the congregation will worship at the West Addison UMC at 9 a.m. During August, Sunday worship in Vergennes is at 9 a.m., returning to 10:30 a.m. in September. 802-877-3376.

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH. 862 Route 7. Tim Taylor, pastor. Sunday: Bible hour classes (for all ages), 9:45 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; evening service, 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult prayer and Bible study, AWANA Clubs (for boys and girls 3 years to 6th grade), JaM Junior High Group, Youth Group (high school), 6:30 p.m. Nursery (birth to 3 years) provided for all services. Deaf interpretation available. 802-877-3393.

Weybridge WEYBRIDGE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. The Rev. Daniel Cooperrider, pastor. Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Childcare provided. Visit weybridgechurch.org. 802-545-2579.

Whiting WHITING COMMUNITY CHURCH. Brett Cody, pastor. Sunday school for all ages, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning service, 10:30 a.m. 802-623-7171.

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ADULT ALL‑ RECOVERY Group Meeting for anyone over 18 who is struggling with addiction disorders. Wednes‑ days, 3‑4 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd).

A great place to meet with your peers who are in recov‑ ery. Bring a friend in recovery.

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 1 SUNDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am. Discus‑ sion Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 4‑5pm. 12 Step Meeting, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 7‑8pm. AA 24‑Hour Hotline 802‑388‑9284, aavt.org.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 3 TUESDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, The Turn‑ ing Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Daily Reflection Meeting, Vergennes, Congre‑ gational Church, Water St. 7‑8pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 5 THURSDAY. 12 Steps and Traditions Meet‑ ing, Ripton, Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd. 7:15‑8:15am. Big Book Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Alternating Format Meeting, Ferrisburgh, Assembly of God Christian Center. Route 7, 7‑8pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 7 SATURDAY. Dis‑ cussion Meeting, Middlebury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am.

Discussion Meeting, Middle‑ bury, Beginner’s Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 6:30‑7:30pm.

NARCAN KITS are available at the Turning Point Center of Addison County FREE of charge. Narcan (Naloxone) is a nasal spray used to reverse an opioid overdose in prog‑ ress. These kits are specifically intended for public distribution and can be used by anyone to save a life. Easy training is provided at Turning Point Cen‑ ter, 54 Creek Rd, and takes approximately 10 minutes.

Wednesdays between 9 a.m. ‑ noon, or call for an appoint‑ ment (802) 388‑4249.

REFUGE RECOVERY ‑ TUESDAYS 6‑7 p.m. A non‑theistic, Buddhist‑inspired approach to recovery from ad‑ dictions of all kinds. Dedicated to the practices of mindfulness, compassion, forgiveness, and generosity, this recovery meeting uses meditation and kindness to heal the pain and suffering that addiction has caused. Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. (802) 388‑4249.

AL‑ANON FAMILY GROUP ‑ For families and friends of problem drinkers. Anonymous, confidential and free. At the Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury. 7:30‑8:30 PM Friday evenings.

AL‑ANON: FOR FAMILIES and friends affected by some‑ one’s drinking. Members share experience, strength and hope to solve common problems.

Newcomers welcome. Confi‑ dential. St. Stephen’s Church (use front side door and go to basement) in Middlebury, Sunday nights 7:15‑8:15 pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 2 MONDAY. As Bill Sees it Meeting, Ripton, Rip‑ ton Firehouse, Dugway Rd. 7:15‑8:15am. As Bill Sees it Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr, 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Women of AA (Step/Speaker), Middle‑ bury, The Turning Point Ctr, 54 Creek Rd, 5:30‑6:30pm.

Big Book Meeting, New Ha‑ ven, Congregational Church, Village Green, 7:30‑8:30pm.

Discussion Meeting, Brandon, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South, 7:30‑8:30pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 4 WEDNESDAY. Big Book Meeting, Middle‑ bury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 7:15‑8:15am. Discussion Meeting, Middlebury, The Turn‑ ing Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. 12 Step Meeting, Brandon, St. Thomas Epis‑ copal Church, Rte 7 South, 7‑8pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 6 FRIDAY. Spiritual Awakening, Middlebury, St. Stephes Church, 3 Main St., 7:30‑8:30am. Discussion Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Discussion Meeting, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 8‑9pm.

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ARE YOU BOTHERED BY SOMEONE’S DRINKING? 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 fol‑ low signs). Anonymous and confidential, we share our ex‑ perience, strength and hope to solve our common problems.

Babysitting available.

NA (JUST IN TIME) Mondays, 6:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Thursday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am. We meet at The Residence at Otter Creek in Middlebury. For info call APDA at 888‑763‑3366 or parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth.org.

NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

Services C&I DRYWALL. Hanging, tap‑ ing, skim coat plastering. 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.

Garage Sales

Services

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Look here for volunteer opportunities!

INDOOR YARD SALE Sat., Sun. March 30, 31. 9am‑3pm.

Kitchenware, furniture, linens, books and much more. 93 Mountain St., Apt. 1, Bristol.

453‑4082.

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

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Help Wanted

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted WhistlePig is looking for people who understand the importance of quality, detail and making a premier product.

EXECUTIVE CO-DIRECTOR The Addison County Parent/Child Center (ACPCC) is continuing the search for a new Co-Director to lead this well-known and highly respected nonprofit located in Middlebury, Vermont. Founded in 1980, the ACPCC is a member of the Vermont Parent Child Center Network dedicated to providing family support services, therapeutic childcare and education, prevention and support for youth, adults and children in Addison County.

This is a great opportunity for an energetic and engaged community leader who is passionate about making a difference in the community by leading an organization in a co-directorship model. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented work style, a passion for working with families and children, and a dedication to social justice issues. The candidate will have experience working with human services and state agencies, experience in all aspects of human resource and personnel management and experience in managing and overseeing data collections and analysis. Candidates must also demonstrate understanding of financial management of multiple funding streams and fund development.

Preference will be given to candidates with a graduate degree in social work, nonprofit management, education, or a related field.

For more information, including a full job description, please contact Donna Bailey at dbailey@addisoncountypcc.org Interested applicants are expected to submit their letter of interest, resume, and contact information by March 29, 2019, sent by regular mail to: ACPCC Search Committee, P.O. Box 646 Middlebury, VT 05753 or by email to: dbailey@addisoncountypcc.org

If that’s you we’d love to connect!

First Shift Bottling Team - Shoreham VT We are currently looking for an additional member for our first shift. General hours are M-F 7:30 am 3:30 pm. Must be able to stand for those hours and lift 25 pounds unassisted.

Second Shift Bottling Team - Shoreham VT WhistlePig seeks to staff a second-shift bottling team to increase its production and meet growing demand! This second bottling team will work M-F from 3:30 pm to 11:30 pm. Second shift staff earns a wage differential on top of its standard hourly pay.

Full listing at: www.whistlepigwhiskey.com/work-with-us Please submit a resume with references to: jobs@whistlepigrye.com .

No phone calls, please.

HELP WANTED:

LANDSCAPER

K. A. Bagley, Inc. is hiring for lawn care maintenance and landscaping. Need to be honest, reliable, and motivated. Must have a valid drivers license. Wage based on experience.

Call 802-352-9088 to apply.

K. A. BAGLEY, INC.

307 KELLY CROSS ROAD, SALISBURY, VT 05769

WANTED Town of Leicester Leicester seeks an individual to fill the position of Zoning Administrator. This is a part-time position; generally 3 hours per week office time. Seeking individual to review applications and issue building permits. Previous experience helpful, but not necessary. For more information and/or to apply contact Town Clerk Julie Delphia at 247-5961.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

EASTVIEW AT MIDDLEBURY is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual for both our Main‑ tenance and Housekeeping teams. Hours would be Mon‑ day – Friday with a possible weekend rotation. Competi‑ tive pay and benefits. Help us keep EastView beautiful and well‑maintained. In‑ terested? Send resume to acoyle@eastviewmiddlebury. com or call 989‑7502.

HOPE HAS AN opening for a part time retail associate. 15 hours a week, reliable sched‑ ule, fun and active environ‑ ment. Must have good cash handling and math skills, and solid customer service abil‑ ity. We also have a part time opening in our warehouse.

29.5 hours a week to start, with the potential for moving to full‑time. Must have good customer service skills, be able to lift, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.

Mechanical ability a plus.

Send resume and cover let‑ ter, indicating the position for which you’re applying, to HOPE, 282 Boardman Street, Suite 1A, Middlebury, or email to receptionist@hope‑vt.org.

GREENHOUSE WORKERS WANTED. Seasonal, March‑June. Also part time available; great for students and others. Call Bill Spencer, First Season Greenhouses 802‑475‑2588. Best time to call between 5pm‑6pm.

HANNAFORD MIDDLEBURY IS now hiring for Hannaford To Go Shoppers. Apply online at hannaford.com or call Amanda Clark at 802‑388‑1017.

LOCAL PHYSICAL THERAPY office is seeking a part time receptionist. Call 453‑7200 for details.

Help Wanted

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED carpenter/construc‑ tion worker. Minimum 2 years’ experience. Must be willing to do all aspects of construction work. Must have reliable transportation. Pay based on experience. This is a full‑time year‑round position.

Contact Chris at Summit Up Construction, 802‑558‑0784 or send resume to: summitupconstruction@gmail. com.

Help Wanted

Addison CentrAl sChool distriCt

Custodian

Addison Central School District is seeking a part time (.80 FTE) Custodian, Monday through Friday second shift.

Experience is a plus, but not required.

Apply through Schoolspring or by sending a letter of interest, resume, and three current letters of reference to: Dr. Peter Burrows, Superintendent Addison Central School District 49 Charles Avenue Middlebury,VT 05753 Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

E.O.E.

help wanted

Busy Landscaping and Excavating firm seeking skilled, motivated and reliable people. Full-time and Seasonal positions available. We are looking for experienced help in landscaping, excavation and lawn maintenance. Must have valid drivers license.

Commercial mowing or excavation experience required. Wage based on experience.

Monument Farms

DRIVER

Full-time Delivery Driver CDL-Clean Record

Mail or email resume:

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THE ADDISON INDEPENDENT IS SEEKING AN

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Help Wanted ROOFERS WANTED No experience needed. Will‑ ing to train the right person.

Excellent pay and benefits.

Basic hand tools and valid driver’s license needed. Call 802‑388‑2903.

For Sale 2 WINPOWER ELECTRIC generators, PTO driven. Mod‑ el 8040 $2,000. Model 4525 $1,400. 802‑453‑3870.

BARRELS ‑ 55 GALLON food grade. Great storage for sap/ syrup, water, grain, compost. $25/each. Call 453‑4235.

FOUR NOKIAN ROTIIVA HT tires. 265/65R17 116T XL. Fit 2nd gen. Tacoma. $240.

759‑6001.

POOL TABLE, SLATE. 8ft. Brunswick. Excellent condition. $1,500. OBO. 802‑352‑4631.

Are you looking for an engaging position in a busy office where you can be part of an award-winning team that publishes community news every day?

Are you a problem solver always looking to lend a hand?

Do you have a can-do attitude where you’re always looking for the next way to help out?

Then you might be JUST who we’re looking for!

The Addison County Independent is hiring a parttime administrative assistant to help in the advertising department. This gold star individual will work with our team of on-the-go sales executives and the rest of the office team to keep operations running smoothly and help get the paper to press smoothly!

20-30 hours depending on schedule and availability of the right applicant.

Excellent organizational skills necessary, good command of spelling and grammar and a knack for creativity is helpful. Willing to train all specific skills.

This is a great opportunity to get to know the ins and outs of the media business or hone your office skills.

Please send letter of interest and resumé to Christy Lynn, Director of Sales/Associate publisher: christy@addisonindependent.com

ADDISON COUNTY

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VERMONT’S TWICE-WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Middlebury, VT 05753 • (802) 388-4944 • www.AddisonIndependent.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted NEW HAVEN YARD WORK. Some mowing, trimming and raking. 802‑453‑4597.

Preschool Teachers Wanted

Bridge School of Middlebury, founded in 1980, is expanding it’s high quality education to include preschool. Are you interested in joining our team and being part of a new and creative venture opening in April? We are looking for two teachers, 40 and 30 hours, one of whom shall be licensed. Teachers with strengths in curriculum planning and collaborative teaming and an interest in emergent curriculum are encouraged to apply. Experience and degree in early childhood education or related field preferred. Salaried position with benefits.

Send cover letter, resume, and three written references to Bridge School, 1469 Exchange St, Middlebury, Vt, 05753 or via email to jenne@ bridgeschoolvermont.org. For more information, contact Jenne Morton at 877-3742.

POSITIONS NOW AVAIL‑ ABLE at Wintergreen Resi‑ dential Care home in Brandon, VT. Looking for motivated in‑ dividuals to work with elderly/ dementia patients. Must be able to work independently, weekends and holidays, and have reliable transportation.

A positive attitude and a love for the elderly is a must. To find out more about the posi‑ tions available or to set up an interview, contact Tonia at 802‑342‑3995.

PRIVACY HEDGES ‑ spring blowout sale. 6ft. Arborvitae ‑ reg. $179, now $75. Beau‑ tiful, nursery grown. Free Installation/Free delivery.

Limited Supply. Order now: 518‑536‑1367, lowcosttreef‑ arm.com.

UPRIGHT FREEZER ‑ 20.3 cubic inches. Asking $200 obo. 388‑2754.

For Rent 2,500 SQ.FT. LIGHT IN‑ DUSTRIAL or food‑based business. Vermont state or USDA inspected. 656 Ex‑ change Street, Middlebury, Vermont. Call for information 802‑388‑4831.

BRISTOL VILLAGE, HIGHLY Visible Retail/Office street lev‑ el space on the Main Street.

Approx. 1,800 SF plus base‑ ment storage. Available March 1, 2019. $1,370 mo. Call Tom at Wallace Realty 453‑4670 or Tom@WallaceRE.com.

For Rent

For Rent

For Rent

P.O. Box 156 • Vergennes, VT 05491

VERGENNES, VT 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT - RENT: $1,066.

Second story apartment located on Main St. in Vergennes. All basic utilities included except electricity. Nicely remodeled apartment with new flooring. Includes trash, recycling, lawn care, snow removal, professional management and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Income limits apply.

References required.

To request an application visit www.addisontrust.org, call (802) 877-2626 or email info@addisontrust.org

Equal Housing Opportunity

For Rent

For Rent

Wood Heat

BRISTOL 2+3 BEDROOM apartments. Heat, lawn care, snow removal, parking, small storage space included.

802‑453‑2566.

MIDDLEBURY, 2,600 SQ FT office space. Court St., cen‑ tral location, parking. Can be subdivided. Real‑Net Manage‑ ment Inc. 802‑388‑4994.

FIREWOOD. CUT, SPLIT and delivered. $210/cord seasoned. $185/cord green.

802‑282‑9110.

BRANDON: PARK VILLAGE is now accepting applications for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apart‑ ments. Rents starting at $700, includes heat and trash. No pets. Laundry on site. Income restrictions apply. Call Summit 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 measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

CHARMING STUDIO APART‑ MENT in the heart of down‑ town Middlebury. Tile bath and kitchen. Available June 1st. Text Baba, 802‑373‑6456.

CORNWALL 1 BEDROOM apartment, 1‑1/2 bath, sky‑ lights, private deck. $950/mo. includes heat and hot water. batesproperties@yahoo.com MIDDLEBURY 1 BEDROOM, fully furnished apartment, all inclusive, W/D. $1,250/month.

802‑349‑8544.

SMALL OFFICE SPACE, 656 Exchange Street, Middlebury. $500/month. 802‑388‑4831.

MIDDLEBURY 3 BEDROOM ground floor apartment with deck and parking, in the center of town. $1,800/mo. all inclu‑ sive. No pets. 802‑349‑8544.

For Rent

MIDDLEBURY 2 BEDROOM near downtown. Appliances, off street parking, lease. No pets. Real Net Management Inc. 802‑388‑4994.

TWO FLOOR, TWO bedroom apartment for rent in Shore‑ ham Village. No smoking and no pets. Security deposit and month to month lease. Ap‑ pliances included. Rent is $800 plus utilities. Please call Sandy at 802‑759‑3119.

MIDDLEBURY: IN‑TOWN 1‑BR, Second‑floor apartment near Marble Works. Includes heat, off‑street parking, large lawn/garden space, storage, plowing and lawn mainte‑ nance. No pets or smoking, requires lease, references, and security deposit. $795/ month. For more information, call or text 802/355‑4164.

For Rent

It’s against the law to discriminate when advertising housing.

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.

Talk to our sales professionals.

Real Estate 2019 ENERGY STAR homes, Modular, Doublewides and Singlewides. Open 7 days a week. Beanshomes. com. 600 Rte. 7, Pitts‑ ford, VT. 1‑802‑773‑2555. tflanders@beanshomes.com.

Down Payment Assistance Now Available.

EAST MIDDLEBURY, DAISY Lane Lot #11. Beautiful, level 1/2 acre building lot with good southern exposure on a pri‑ vate lane. Town water, power and cable hookups at curb‑ side. Site approved for four bedroom home with conven‑ tional (no mound necessary) septic system. $68,000. Call Jack Brown 388‑7350.

Att. Farmers 2018 PROCESSED CORN silage, 600 ton. Mix legume and grass, haylage, 800 ton. Call West Haven, VT. 802‑265‑8698 after 7pm.

HAY FOR SALE, small square bales and mulch.

802‑453‑2054.

HAY FOR SALE. Small square bales, first cut + mulch.

802‑349‑9281.

WHITNEY’S CUSTOM FARM WORK. Pond agitating, liquid manure hauling, drag line aer‑ ating. Call for price. 462‑2755, John Whitney.

Trucks 2008 DODGE TACOMA Florida truck. 118,000 miles.

Excellent shape. Asking price $12,995. 802‑468‑0278.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collectibles, etc. Visit bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802‑272‑7527.

Consulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.

Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019 — PAGE 29

Groups seek submissions for watershed restoration grants GRAND ISLE — The Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is soliciting Letters of Request for watershed restoration projects. The Lake Champlain Watershed Environmental Assistance Program awards design and construction services provided by the New York District of the Corps.

Letters of Request may be submitted at any time for determination of a project’s eligibility, and projects are reviewed periodically throughout the year by the LCBP. The goal of the Lake Champlain Watershed Environmental Assistance Program is to provide assistance with planning, designing and implementation of projects that protect and enhance water quality, water supply, ecosystem integrity, and other water related issues within the watershed. Any municipal entity, state or interstate agency, Native American nation, or qualifying nonprofit organization within the Lake Champlain Watershed is eligible. The emphasis of the Invitation for Letters of Request is on water quality protection for projects too large to be funded at the local municipal or state level.

If a project is deemed eligible, a project summary will be developed by the applicant in conjunction with

the Corps. The project summary will be submitted to the LCBP for technical review and ranking. Upon ranking, approval, and subject to the availability of funds, projects will be selected for implementation. The award consists of services provided by the Corps equal to 65 percent of

the total project cost. Funding is not provided as part of this program. The local sponsor must provide a match of 35 percent in non-federal funds.

A pre-application workshop will be held on March 20 at 3:30 p.m. at the Lake Champlain Basin Program office at the Gordon Center House,

SUPERIOR COURT ADDISON UNIT REO Trust 2017-RPL1 Plaintiff vs.

VICKI GENIER; SHAWN T GENIER AND OCCUPANTS RESIDING AT 55 HOOKER ROAD, LEICESTER, VT 05733 Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SALE

By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Vickie A. Genier and Shawn T. Genier, to Beneficial Homeowner Service Corporation, dated January 20, 2007, and recorded in Book 63, at Page 310, of the City/Town of Leicester Land Records, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder by Assignment of Mortgage recorded in Book 81, Page 148, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at April 26, 2019 at 4:00PM at 55 Hooker Road, Leicester, VT 05733 all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To Wit: EXHIBIT A BEING ALL AND THE SAME LANDS AND PREMISES CONVEYED TO VICKI GENIER AND SHAWN T. GENIER, WIFE AND HUSBAND, AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETY, BY QUIT CLAIM DEED OF VICKI GENIER DATED OCTOBER 30, 2003 AND RECORDED NOVEMBER 1, 2003 IN BOOK 58, PAGES 389-341 OF THE LAND RECORDS OF THE TOWN OF LEICESTER, VENNONT, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING ALL AND THE SAME LANDS AND PREMISES CONVEYED TO VIOKI GENIER

BY WARRANTY DEED OF LEMUEL H. PALMER AND DONNA M. PALMER DATED AUGUST 18, 2003 OF RECORD AT BOOK 58, PAGE 45 OF THE TOWN OF LEICESTER LAND RECORDS.

Public Notices Index Public notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON

BEGINNING AT A POINT MARKED BY AN IRON PIN AT OR NEAR THE EASTERLY EDGE OF SAID WEST SHORE ROAD AND MARKING THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER OF LANDS CONVEYED TO ARNOLD AND ELENE TRUDEAU (LOT #3); THENCE RUNNING EASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID TRUDEAU LANDS (LOT #3) MARK PARTIALLY BY A STONE WAIL 850 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN IRON PIN MARKING THE SOUTHEASTERLY CORNER OF LANDS OF SAID TRUDEAU (LOT #3); THENCE TURNING AND GOING SOUTHERLY 200 FEET, MORE. OR LESS, ALONG THE WESTERLY LINE OF LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OF THE BRANDON FIRE DISTRICT #1 TO AN IRON PIN WHICH MARKS THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LANDS PREVIOUSLY CONVEYED BY WILLIAM AND BRENDA DUTTON TO DONNA PALMER AND LEMUEL PALMER DATED OCTOBER 13, 1993 AND RECORDED IN THE LEICESTER·LAND RECORDS AND DESIGNATED LOT #1; THENCE TURNING AND GOING WESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LANDS OF SAID LEMUEL AND DONNA PALMER, (LOT #l) 905 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN IRON PIN LOCATED AT OR NEAR THE EASTERLY EDGE OF’ SAID WEST SHORE ROAD AND MARKING THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT #1; THENCE TURNING AND GOING NORTHERLY 200 FEET, MORE OR LESS, ALONG THE EASTERLY EDGE OF SAID WEST SHORE ROAD TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING.

Addison County Superior Court (1) Lemon Fair Insect Control Dist. (1) Middlebury (2) Monkton (1) Panton (1) Starksboro (1) Vermont Superior Court (1) Weybridge (1)

TOGETHER WITH A PERPETUAL, NON-EXCLUSIVE RIGHT OF WAY OVER AND UPON A STRIP OF LAND FORTY FEET WIDE FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO AND FROM THE ABOVE PREMISES; SAID STRIP OF LAND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

WEYBRIDGE CEMETERY REQUEST FOR BIDS Quaker Village Road. Seeking bids for the 2019 mowing season. Bids accepted until April 4, 2019. Call 545-2482 for details.

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NOTICE OF HEARING MONKTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD

Notice is hereby given that the Monkton Development Review Board will consider the following applications at a Public Hearing on April 9, 2019 at the Monkton Town Hall.

At 8:00PM – Preliminary Plat Application #2018-09-MAJ of Miranda Fisk for a 3-lot subdivision, 40 Cemetery Road (Tax parcel ID# 01.228.001.002).

Application materials are available for review during normal business hours at the Office of the Monkton Town Clerk.

Betsy Brown, Clerk - Monkton Development Review Board Dated: March 25, 2019

542 program, and the typical timeline.

RSVP for the workshop to Kathy Jarvis at kjarvis@lcbp.org.

The Invitation for Letters of Request is available from the LCBP website, lcbp.org, or by calling the LCBP office at (802) 372-3213 or toll free at (800) 468-LCBP.

STATE OF VERMONT CIVIL DIVISION DOCKET NO: 131-7-18 ANCV

MEANING AND INTENDING APPROXIMATELY 4 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, LOCATED ON THE EASTERLY SIDE OF WEST SHORE ROAD IN THE TOWN OF LEICESTER AND Designated LOT #2 AND BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

INDEPENDENT on Pages 29, 30 & 31

54 West Shore Road, Grand Isle, Vt. This workshop is free of charge and representatives from any eligible organization are encouraged to attend. USACE and LCBP staff will be available to review the application process, types of projects that are typically successful under the Section

THE BEGINNING OF SAID STRIP OF LAND LIES ADJACENT TO AND SOUTHERLY OF THE COMMON BOUNDARY LINE OF THE PARCEL PREVIOUSLY CONVEYED BY WILLIAM AND BRENDA DUTTON TO DONNA PALMER AND LEMUEL PALMER, ABOVEMENTIONED AND DESIGNATED LOT #1 AND THAT PARCEL OF LAND WHICH WAS CONVEYED BY MARTHA J. DUTTON TO WILLIAM E. DUTTON BY QUIT CLAIM DEED DATED MARCH 15, 1991, AND RECORDED IN BOOK 41, AT PAGE 418 OF LEICESTER LAND RECORDS; THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID STRIP LIES FORTY (40) FEET SOUTHERLY OF AND PARALLEL TO SAID COMMON BOUNDARY AND SAID STRIP EXTENDS FROM THE EASTERLY EDGE OF THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY, KNOWN AS WEST SHORE ROAD, EASTERLY FOR A DISTANCE OF 330 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE REAR LOT LINE OF THAT PARCEL HERETOFORE CONVEYED TO WILLIAM B, DUTTON BY MARTHA I. DUTTON, ABOVE-MENTIONED; THENCE GOING IN A GENERALLY NORTHEASTERLY DIRECTION ACROSS THE LANDS PREVIOUSLY CONVEYED TO WILLIAM AND BRENDA DUTTON, ABOVE-MENTIONED; THENCE GOING IN A GENERALLY NORTHEASTERLY DIRECT ACROSS LANDS PREVIOUSLY CONVEYED BY WILLIIAM AND BRENDA DUTTON TO DONNA PALMER AND LEMUEL PALMER; AND DESIGNATED LOT #1 HEREINABOVE MENTIONED, FIFTY-FIVE (55) FEET, MORE OR LESS; THENCE GOING IN A GENERALLY EASTERLY DIRECTION A DISTANCE OF THREE HONORED (300) FEET, MORE OR LESS TO A SECOND ANGLE IN SAID STRIP OF LAND THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF WHICH LIES ABOUT ON (SIC) ONE HUNDRED THIRTY (130) FEET DISTANCE FROM THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT #1 HEREIN ABOVEMENTIONED; THENCE GOING NORTHEASTERLY AGAIN, A DISTANCE OF ABOUT TWO HUNDRED FIFTY (250) FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY OF THE PARCEL HEREIN CONVEYED AND DESIGNATED LOT #2.

THE PREMISES HEREIN CONVEYED ARE SUBJECT TO A NON-EXCLUSIVE, PERPETUAL EASEMENT IN AND TO A TWE TY-FIVE FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLING AND FOREVER MAINTAINING ELECTRICAL WIRES .AND/OR CABLES TO A UTILITY POWER LINE WHICH IS SUPPOSED TO BE ERECTED ON THE PREMISES HEREIN CONVEYED (LOT # 2).

SAID TWENTY-LIVE FOOT STRIP OF LAND LIES ADJACENT TO AND NOTHERLY OF THE COMMON BOUNDARY LINE WHICH LIES BETWEEN THE PARCEL HEREIN CONVEYED (KNOWN AS LOT #2) AND LOT #1 NOW OWNED BY DONNA PALMER AND LEMUEL PALMER, THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID STRIP LIES TWENTYFIVE FEET DISTANT FROM AND PARALLEL TO SAID COMMON BOUNDARY LINE. SAID STRIP EXTENDS FROM THE EASTERLY EDGE OF SAID WEST SHORE ROAD AND EXTENDS EASTERLY A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 905 FEET TO THE REAR LOT LINE OF THE PARCEL HEREIN CONVEYED (LOT #2) SUBJECT TO THOSE EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY OF RECORD OR IN EXISTENCE THE PARCEL IS SUBJECT TO AND BENEFITED BY STATE OF VERMONT ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SUBDIVISION PERMIT EC-9-0730 DATED OCTOBER 31, 1995 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 46 AT PAGE 290 OF THE TOWN OF LEICESTER LAND RECORDS. EXCEPTING AND RESERVING TO THE OWNERS OF THE ADJACENT PROPERTY, THEIR HEIRS AND ASSIGNS, THE RIGHT TO USE AND MAINTAIN THE WELLS ON THE HEREIN GRANTED PROPERTY. THE RIGHT TO ENTER IS LIMITED TO ANY REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE TO THE WELLS OR RELATED POMPS AND PIPING WITH THE REQUIREMENT TO RETURN THE LANDS TO THE CONDITION THEY WERE IN BEFORE ENTERING. THE GRANTEES, THEIR HEIRS AND ASSIGNS, ARE ALSO HEREBY GIVEN THE RIGHT TO USE THE EXISTING ROADWAY (40 FEET WIDE) FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO MAINTAIN AS NEEDED. SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENTS SHALL BE IN AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNERS OF THE ADJAENT PROPERTY, THEIR HEIRS AND ASSIGNS. REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE TO THE ABOVE MENTIONED INSTRUMENTS, THE RECORDS THEREOF, THE REFERENCES THEREIN MADE, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE RECORDS AND REFERENCES IN FURTHER AID OF THIS DESCRIPTION. The description of the property contained in the mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication.

The public sale may be adjourned one or more times for a total time not exceeding 30 days, without further court order, and without publication or service of a new notice of sale, by announcement of the new sale date to those present at each adjournment or by posting notice of the adjournment in a conspicuous place at the location of the sale. Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 to be paid in cash or by certified check by the purchaser at the time of sale, with the balance due at closing. The sale is subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

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 sale REO Trust 2017-RPL1 Jeffrey J. Hardiman, Esq., Bar No. VT#4632 BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC 1080 Main Street, Suite 200 Pawtucket, RI 02860 Phone: 401-217-8701 Fax: 401-217-8702 Jeffrey.Hardiman@brockandscott.com 3-25, 4-1, 4-8

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If a dog bites, seek medical attention

By Erin Forbes, DVM Dog bites post a serious health risk to people, communities and society as a whole. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 800,000 people receive medical care for dog bites and over 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Further, over half of those bitten are children. In Vermont, 550 children were treated at the hospital for dog bite wounds between 2012-2016. That number doesn’t include children who were bitten for whom medical help was not sought or needed, or where actual contact didn’t occur, but unsafe interactions happened.

National Dog Bite Prevention Week is April 7-13 and it is a great time to remind both pet owners and the public that most dog bites are preventable. The Vermont Veterinary Medical Association has a fun, interactive presentation geared to elementary school-aged children to teach them how to interact safely around dogs in order to avoid bites. If you are interested in learning more about the program or about how to bring it to your local school, please contact the VVMA. Through education, Vermont veterinarians hope to keep families and pets happy and safe … together.

Most dog bites affecting young children occur during everyday activities

and while interacting with familiar dogs. There are many things that can be done to help prevent dog bites.

Dogs bite for many reasons, generally as a reaction to something. Any dog can bite: whether they be small, large, young, old, male, or female. Even dogs that appear friendly and sweet can bite if they are provoked or startled. It is important to remember that any breed can bite as it is the dog’s history and behavior that determine whether it will bite or not.

To prevent dog bites, a few important steps should be taken. These include socialization, education, responsible pet ownership, and learning to read a dog’s body language.

Socialization is a good way to help prevent your dog from biting and teach your dog normal play skills. Further, introducing your dog to people and other animals while it’s still a puppy will help it feel more comfortable in different situations as it gets older.

Responsible pet ownership builds a solid foundation for dog bite prevention. Basics of responsible dog ownership that can help reduce the risk of dog bites include carefully selecting the dog that’s right for your family, proper training, regular exercise, and neutering or spaying your pet. It’s also important to use a leash in public to make sure that you are able to control your dog.

Educate yourself and your children about how — or whether — to approach a dog. This includes avoiding risky situations and understanding when you should certainly not interact with a dog, such as if it is not with its owner, if it is sleeping, or if it is growling or barking.

Reading a dog’s body language also can be helpful. Just like people, dogs rely on body gestures, postures and vocalizations to express themselves.

While we can’t always read a dog’s body language accurately, it can give us helpful clues as to whether a dog is feeling stressed, frightened, or threatened.

Never punish a dog for growling.

This is the dog’s way of saying they feel threatened/are scared. If a dog is growling give it some space and step away from the situation. When dogs are punished for growling they may skip the growl next time and go straight for the bite.

More information on dog bite prevention, and the VVMA Dog Bite Prevention Program for elementary school-aged children, is available at vtvets.org.

Erin Forbes, DVM, is a member of The Vermont Veterinary Medical Association (VVMA), founded in 1898, is a professional organization of 380 veterinarians dedicated to compassionate animal care and quality medicine.

PUBLIC NOTICES for the following can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on on Pages 29, 30 & 31.

STATE OF VERMONT ADDISON UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION

VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 113-7-18 ANCV

COLONIAL SAVINGS, F.A Plaintiff v.

CHRISTOPHER CAVOLICK AND MARTHA M. COONS OCCUPANTS OF: 1499 Sand Road, Ferrisburgh VT Defendants SUMMONS & ORDER FOR PUBLICATION THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: Christopher Cavolick 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. A copy of the Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file and may be obtained at the office of the clerk of this court, Addison Unit, Civil Division, Vermont Superior Court, 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, Vermont. Do not throw this paper away. It is an official paper that affects your rights.

2. PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM. Plaintiff’s claim is a Complaint in Foreclosure which alleges that you have breached the terms of a Promissory Note and Mortgage Deed dated September 15, 2014. Plaintiff’s action may effect your interest in the property described in the Land Records of the Town of Ferrisburgh at Volume 149, Page 115. The Complaint also seeks relief on the Promissory Note executed by you. A copy of the Complaint is on file and may be obtained at the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court for the County of Addison, State of Vermont.

3. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 41 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail the Plaintiff a written response called an Answer within 41 da s after the date which this Summons was first published, which is March 25, 2019 You must send a copy of your answer to the Plaintiff or the Plaintiffs attorney, LORAINE L. HITE, Esq. of Bendett and McHugh, PC, located at 270 Farmington Avenue, Ste. 151, Farmington, CT 06032. You must also give or mail your Answer to the Court located at 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, VT 04753.

4. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiffs Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer.

5. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT GIVE YOUR WRITTEN ANSWER TO THE COURT. If you do not Answer within 41 days after the date on which this Summons was first published and file it with the Court, you will lose this case.You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the complaint.

6. YOU MUST MAKE ANY CLAIMS AGAINST THE PLAINTIFF IN YOUR REPLY. Your Answer must state any related legal claims you have against the Plaintiff. Your claims against the Plaintiff are called Counterclaims. If you do not make your Counterclaims in writing in your answer you may not be able to bring them up at all. Even if you have insurance and the insurance company will defend you, you must still file any Counterclaims you may have.

7 LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you should ask the court clerk for information about places where you can get free legal help. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still give the court a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case.

ORDER The Affidavit duly filed in this action shows that service cannot be made with due diligence by any of the method provided in Rules 4(d)-(f), (k), or (1) of the Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure. Accordingly, it is ORDERED that service of the Summons set forth above shall be made upon the defendant, Christopher Cavolick, by publication as provided in Rule[s] [4(d)(1) and] 4 (g) of those Rules.

This order shall be published once a week for three weeks beginning on March 25, 2019 in the Addison County Independent (Publishes Monday’s & Thursday’s), a newspaper of the general circulation in Addison County and The Nassau Guardian a newspaper of the general circulation in the Bahamas, and a copy of this summons and order as published shall be mailed to the defendant Christopher Cavolick, at 1499 Sand Road, Ferrisburgh VT. Dated at Middlebury, Vermont this 14 day of MARCH , 20 19 Hon. A. Arms Presiding Judge Addison Unit, Civil Division

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TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY BOARD AND COMMISSION VACANCIES

Each year at this time the Town of Middlebury Select Board makes its annual appointments to volunteer positions required by State Statute, and local and regional boards and commissions. If you are interested in any of the following positions, please submit a letter of interest to the Town Manager’s Office, 77 Main Street, Middlebury, or send an e-mail to bdow@townofmiddlebury.org, no later than Friday, April 5, 2019. If you would like to find out more about any of these positions, please contact us at 388-8100, Ext 202. ( ) indicates number of positions open ThREE YEAR TERMS Planning Commission (2) Design Advisory Committee (2) Development Review Board (2) Downtown Improvement District Committee (1) Energy Committee (3) Infrastructure Committee (3) Parks and Recreation Committee (2) ONE YEAR TERM Addison County Regional Planning Commission Delegate (3) Addison County Regional Planning Commission Alternate (2) Addison County Regional Planning Commission Transportation Advisory Committee Delegate (1) Addison County Regional Planning Commission Transportation Advisory Committee Alternate (1) Addison County Solid Waste Management District Alternate (1) Fence Viewer (3) First Constable (1) Middlebury Area Land Trust Board (1) Middlebury Community Television Board (1) Sports Commission (3) Town Agent (1) Town Grand Juror (1) Town Service Officer (1) 3/25, 3/28, 4/1 Tree Warden (1)

TOWN OF MONKTON Shortly after Town Meeting the Monkton Selectboard begins the process of making appointments to various committees that perform the bulk of the Town’s business. Many of these committees are actively recruiting new members and the work they do is vital to the Town of Monkton. This year the following positions will be appointed (‘*’ indicate one or more open positions): Development Review Board (1 position) Recreation Committee (3 positions *) Fire Warden 911 Coordinator* Emergency Management Director* Conservation Commission (1 position) Delegate and Alternate to Addison Solid Waste Management District (2 positions*) Energy Committee (3 positions*) Agricultural and Natural Areas Committee (3 positions) Town Forest Committee (new – 5 positions*) Health Officer Recycling Coordinator(s) Tree Warden Animal Control Officer* Web Master If you have an interest in volunteering for any of these positions please send an email to Selectboard@monktonvt.com, attend a Selectboard meeting, or reach out to any member of the Selectboard. You do not have to be a resident of Monkton to apply.

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TOWN OF STARKSBORO DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Starksboro Development Review Board (DRB) will hold a public hearing at the Starksboro Town Office on April 11, 2019 beginning at 7:45 P.M. to review the following application: Application #2019-DRB-03-SD-A is a request by Alan and Nancy Norris for an amendment to a previously approved subdivision (DRB-2012-02-SD) of original home farm parcel F4171E (Book 99, pg 174) resulting in parcel F4171W. As proposed, this amendment would allow a change in location of the building envelope on “Lot 4” (parcel 4171W.3) of the subdivided property. This amendment requires site plan review and approval by the Town. The hearing review will be conducted pursuant to Sec. 424 of the Starksboro Land Use and Development Regulations. “Lot 4” is a 1.9-acre parcel with frontage on Meadowbrook Road in the Agricultural, Scenic, and Rural Residential (ASRR) district. Application #2019-DRB-03-SD-A is available for review at the Town Office. This will be the first business item on the agenda.

Application #2019-DRB-02-CU is a request by Thomas and Virginia Nola (owners) and Nathaniel Ogilvie (applicant) to construct a seasonal camp on the Nola property located at 560 Rounds Road, parcel C413L4W. As proposed, this is a residential use of property that requires conditional use approval from the Town.

The hearing review will be conducted pursuant to Section 425 of the Starksboro Land Use and Development Regulations. Parcel C413L4W is a 9.1-acre parcel with frontage on Rounds Road in the Forestry & Conservation (FC) district.

Application #2019-DRB-02-CU is available for review at the Town Office. This will be the second business item on the agenda.

Interested persons are invited to attend the hearing or send a representative. DRB hearings are conducted in the order they are listed; applicants and other interested parties should be prepared to wait. Pursuant to 24 VSA § 4464(a)(1)(C) and 4471(a), participation in this local proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal.

Rebecca Elder, Administrative Officer.

3/25 Dated: March 21, 2019

Public Notices appear every paper in the Addison Independent

Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019 — PAGE 31

Public Notices on Pages 29, 30 & 31. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY SPECIAL SELECTBOARD MEETING MONDAY, MAR. 25, 2019 • 6:30 P.M.

ROOM 116 - LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM 77 MAIN STREET

AGENDA 6:30 1. **Call to Order 2. *Approval of Agenda 3. **Meeting with Legislators -- Updates on Legislative Session 7:00 4. *Approval of Minutes of March 12, 2019 Regular Selectboard Meeting 5. **Citizen Comments [Opportunity to raise or address issues that are not otherwise included on this agenda] 7:05 6. *Memorandum of Understanding with the Better Middlebury Partnership for Implementation of the Proposed Plan for Redirecting Balance of 2018 VTrans Downtown Bridge Project Marketing Grant as Developed by Neighbors Together 7:15 7. *Infrastructure Committee Chair Heather Seeley with Updates & Recommendations from the Infrastructure Committee Meeting of March 14, 2019 • 7.a. Shard Villa Bank Stabilization • 7.b. Shard Villa Road Improvements • 7.c. Update on Police Department Building Energy Conservation Initiative • 7.d. Negotiation of Architectural Services for WWTF Control Building Re-Use Project and Window Infill and Replacement at the Police Station • 7.e. Authorize Expenditure of Funds and Signature of Documents for Sanitary Sewer Improvements along Railroad Bed 7:40 8. *Repair of Public Works Loader for Summer Maintenance Activities 7:45 9. *Approval of Annual Financial Plan for Town Highways 7:50 10. *Selectboard Subcommittee Appointments & Board Representatives 7:55 11. *Appointment of Representative to Addison County Grammar School Corporation 12. *Approval of Check Warrants 13. **Town Manager’s Report 14. **Board Member Concerns 8:15 15. *Executive Session – Anticipated – Contracts & Personnel 16. **Action on Matters Discussed in Executive Session 8:40 17. *Adjourn * Decision Item ** Possible Decision If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact the Town Manager’s Office at 388-8100 x-202 as early as possible.

Additional information about most Agenda items is available on the Town’s website, www.townofmiddlebury.org, on the Selectboard page.

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To publish a legal notice in The Addison Independent email information to

legals@addisonindependent.com

or fax it to (802) 388-3100.

Deadline for the Monday edition is the previous Thursday at noon. Deadline for the Thursday edition is the previous Monday at 5pm.

LEMON FAIR INSECT CONTROL DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPLY MOSQUITO LARVICIDES Local mosquito control districts may be making ground and aerial applications of Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (BTI), Bacillus sphaericus (BS), and spinosad to surface waters where mosquito larvae are present. These applications will occur in the towns of Cornwall, Bridport, and Weybridge. Pesticide applications will begin on or after April 15, 2019.

Further information or comments about the larviciding activities or application exclusion requests can be obtained from: Lemon Fair Insect Control District David Dodge, Chair 802-462-3898 The Vermont Agency of Agriculture oversees the permitting of these mosquito larvicides and can be reached at 802-828-3473.

For more information see the following websites. http://www.lficd.org/ http://agriculture.vermont.gov/plant_pest/mosquitoes_ticks/mosquitoes 3/25, 28

TOWN OF PANTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Development Review Board will convene the following public hearings in the Town Clerk’s Office on Jersey Street at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2019.

• To consider an application from Kevin M. Cooke (#18-900) for a final plat review of their proposal for an eight-lot sub-division totaling 84± acres with frontage Route 22a and Hopkins Road (tax map ID# 08-01-04.000 and 08-01-12.000) in accordance with the provisions of the Town’s Subdivision Regulations.

• To consider an application from Gordon Marcelle (#19-401) for a final plat review of their proposal for a five-lot sub-division totaling 73.3± acres with frontage Route 22a (tax map ID# 07-34-00.000) in accordance with the provisions of the Town’s Subdivision Regulations.

• To consider an application from James McBride (#19-402) for a preliminary plat review of their proposal for a two-lot sub-division totaling 19.8± acres with frontage Jersey St (tax map ID# 01-01-55.000) in accordance with the provisions of the Town’s Subdivision Regulations.

These applications are available for inspection at the Town Clerk’s Office. Interested parties who wish to appeal or be heard at the hearing may do so in person, or may be represented by an agent or an attorney. Communications relating to the application may be filed in writing with the Board either before or during the hearing.

N.B.: Participation in the hearing is necessary to establish status as an ‘interested person’ and the right to appeal a decision rendered in that hearing, according to the provisions of 24 V.S.A. 117 §§4465(b) and 4471(a). Participation consists of offering, through oral or written testimony, evidence or a statement of concern directly related to the subject of the hearing.

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Real Estate Check out more Real Estate in the Arts + Leisure section on Thursdays equal housing opportunity All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or persons receiving public assistance, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.”

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500.

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PAGE 32 — Addison Independent, Monday, March 25, 2019

Police blame drugs for Rte. 22A crash that killed woman ADDISON — A two-car crash on Route 22A in Addison Friday morning claimed the life of a South Burlington woman, who was driving one of the cars. The driver of the other car was charged with driving under the influence of drugs.

Cecile Druzba, 57, succumbed to injuries sustained in the head-on crash.

After investigating, Vermont State Police reported that Ian Labounty, 28, of Crown Point, N.Y., was driving a blue 2013 Subaru Impreza northbound on Route 22A through Addison on March 22. At a little before 7 a.m. north of Route 17

near Carr Road, Labounty’s Subaru traveled left of center and struck a southbound, red 2013 Honda Accord driven by Druzba. The impact of the collision of the vehicles, which police said happened in the southbound lane, caused Labounty’s Subaru to overturn and come to rest on its roof partially in the southbound lane, while Druzba’s Honda travelled off the roadway, ultimately coming to rest perpendicular to the highway and on the lawn of a private residence. Police said Druzba was trapped inside her vehicle, unresponsive and possibly not breathing.

Airbags deployed in both vehicles.

Heavy, wet snow was falling and the snow-covered road was slippery, troopers reported.

First responders freed Druzba and her passenger — her brother Jacques Marton, 62, of South Burlington — from the Honda and Labounty from the Subaru and took them to UVM Medical Center. Druzba died; Marton and Labounty were treated and released. A state police press release said Labounty was not injured.

Police said they determined that Labounty might have fallen asleep while he was driving, and learned that

he had consumed drugs that may have contributed to this sleepiness.

Two state police Drug Recognition Experts conducted a drug influence evaluation and determined that Labounty was impaired and unable to operate a vehicle safely. They sent a sample of Labounty’s blood for toxicological analysis to conclusively determine the impairing substance.

The investigation continues.

Police issued Labounty citations for driving under the influence of drugs and gross negligent driving with death resulting, and they released him.

Town Line First Response, Addison Volunteer Fire Department, Vergennes Area Rescue Squad and Vermont Agency of Transportation helped state police at the crash scene.

A Legion century

A FULL HOUSE helped Middlebury American Legion Post 27 celebrate its 100th birthday with dinner and an awards ceremony at its headquarters at 49 Wilson Road on Sunday, March 10.

Longtime Post 27 member and past Commander Joe DeGray, above, receives an appreciation award from current Commander Laura Flint. Below, Middlebury Town Manager Kathleen Ramsay reads a selectboard resolution recognizing Post 27’s landmark birthday and honoring the veterans’ organization for the many contributions it has made to the community since its founding in 1919.

Independent photos/John Flowers