Monday, April 9

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 29 No. 50

Middlebury, Vermont

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Monday, April 9, 2018

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Ferrisburgh dog rescuer faces sanctions Musicians in the groove • Sarah Blacker and friends will perform folk and rock in Brandon. See more local music in Arts Beat on Pages 10-13.

Witness brings rat to selectboard meeting

By ANDY KIRKALDY FERRISBURGH — As voices grew louder and one Sand Road neighbor accused another of lying at the April 3 Ferrisburgh selectboard meeting, Board Chairman Rick Ebel warned that he would call a recess to calm things down.

Then another resident held up a

dead rat in a freezer bag.

At that point Ebel — and probably many of the 30 residents at the meeting — had seen enough.

He called a five-minute recess in the portion of the meeting dedicated to the long-running dispute between Sheila McGregor, the operator of Heidi’s Haven, a dog rescue operation in a small ranch home at 2512 Sand Road, and her neighbors.

In the kind of small-town dispute that can fester if not dealt with,

neighbors have complained for years that the 30 or more dogs McGregor has harbored have made their lives miserable by barking at all hours, creating excessive smells, and at times running onto their properties.

And now there is a rat infestation that the Ferrisburgh health officer has ordered McGregor to deal with and has spread onto neighboring properties, according to a recent town inspection and neighbors’ complaints.

(See Sand Road, Page 32)

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By MIKE POLHAMUS, VTDigger.org MONTPELIER — Last Thursday, the Public Utility Commission ordered a comprehensive investigation of the methods and practices used by Vermont Gas Systems (See Pipeline, Page 1)

Vt. transplant is a special breed

• A Middlebury family loves their dog, who used to pull sleds in Alaska. See Pet of the Week on Page 24.

Lacrosse teams faced challenges • The Tiger girls opened at rival South Burlington, and the Panther women hosted Colby. See Sports, Page 18.

THE MIDDLEBURY UNION High School Scholars Bowl team and the school’s Fab Five math team recently qualified for national academic competitions. Pictured here with their hands on buzzers are Tiger Scholars Bowl team members, from left, front row, Greta Hardy-Mittell, Ken Barkdoll and Silas Conlon; and, back row, MUHS math teacher Perry Lessing, Lucy Groves, Sophie Marks and Nico Brayton.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Student play to touch on guns

• North Branch School kids’ performance hits a hot button topic. See Page 2.

MUHS students excel in knowledge battles

Teams ready for national competitions

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Two groups of Middlebury Union High School students keep piling up the academic accolades both inside and outside of the classroom.

Five MUHS students have already guaranteed themselves at

least $5,000 in scholarship money through their stellar performance in a national math challenge, while six of their colleagues finished a very respectable fourth in the statewide Scholars Bowl quiz competition.

MUHS math teacher Perry Lessing had a hand in overseeing

both groups of competitors.

The MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge, or M3, is an annual contest open to high school juniors and seniors throughout the country.

Participants are given 14 hours in a single day to combine their math talents to help solve a real-world problem. This year’s challenge involved food-insecurity in the

United States. Specifically, the teams were asked to develop strategies to quantify, reduce and repurpose the most food for the least cost.

MUHS seniors Ezra Marks, Laura Whitley, Julian Schmitt, Bastiaan Phair and Janet Barkdoll accepted the challenge. They were among more than 900 teams (See Scholars, Page 14)

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Teen center fundraiser to feature chili contest

NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL students rehearse their latest student-scripted spring play last Thursday afternoon in Ripton. Pictured are, left to right, front row, Lena Sandler (9th grade, Cornwall), Sydney Weber (9th grade, Ferrisburgh) and Phoebe Hussey (8th grade, Ripton); and back row, Will Crawford (9th grade, Ferrisburgh) and Henry Black (8th grade, Cornwall).

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Students weave gun issues into play

North Branch School kids make statement

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS RIPTON — When he was writing sections of North Branch School’s student-scripted spring play, “Wildflowers, Guns, and Bears, Oh My!” which will be staged this weekend, ninth-grader Oscar Downing never set out to incorporate current events.

“I mostly just write what would be entertaining to the crowd and also what goes with the story,” he said. “But oftentimes what happens is that we notice a parallel between what’s going on with the play and something political, and we’ll put in a line about it.”

During a March 28 read-through of the play’s

“battle scene,” when three groups of menacing adult characters converge on a group of runaway children in a field of wildflowers, many such lines emerged: • “Ready your arms — this will be a turkey shoot.”

• “Power! You know nothing of true power!”

• “Who needs rifles when I have these guns?”

• “No wonder the children have run away!”

• “They aren’t allowed to be children because of you!”

• “270 million guns versus one flower.”

In a case of life overtaking art, the Feb. 14 mass shooting in Parkland, Fla., and the subsequent protests, have seeped into the script.

“We started writing the play before Parkland,” Downing said, “before gun control was a really big thing again, but we found ourselves in this

situation where the shooting had happened, and we have this play with a lot of guns and gun action and gun violence, so we decided this could be a statement about that.”

It was important, though, to try to keep it light.

“Student activists are speaking the language of adults,” he said. “North Branch School kids are just playing at it.”

Fellow ninth-grader Ben Huston took a more explicit approach to the play.

“The way I go about writing those lines is that I try to directly reference it,” he said. “So like with the movement after Parkland I tried to sort of represent that or have a parallel to that, so that it’s not only entertaining but also a statement.”

In the play Huston plays Buck, a hunter with a competitive streak. Among his lines are “We’re

(See Play, Page 3)

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By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Addison Central Teens (ACT) will add some spice to its annual fundraiser this year, set for this Saturday, April 14, 7-10 p.m., at Carol’s Hungry Mind Café at 24 Merchants Row in Middlebury.

The group — best known for its teen center on Mary Hogan Drive and related youth programming — is hosting a “Chili Challenge” that has attracted 10 eager cooking teams. The fundraiser will also include a multitude of performers, such as “Standard Jazz and Improvisation,” a local teen jazz combo; Middlebury College’s “Stuck in the Middle,” an a capella group; and another college student band called “Nuanced Binary: A Guitar Duo.” Attendees of “Spring Thaw: Chili Challenge” will have a shot at some nice prizes through a raffle. Those prizes, generously donated by area businesses — include a $50 gift card to Tinker & Smithy Game Store, a $25 gift card to Rough Cut restaurant, two passes to the Marquis Theater and a round of golf for four at Middlebury College’s Ralph Myhre golf course.

Admission is $25 for a package that includes chili, four raffle tickets and five drink tickets for those aged 21 and older. The drinks will be 5 ounces so as not to encourage over-consumption, noted ACT Director Zoe Kaslow. A more modest $15 admission will get you chili and a choice of raffle tickets or drink tickets.

Kaslow thanked the event’s many sponsors who are helping to make the event — and chili — possible. The Chili Challenge should somewhat fill the void of the annual Middlebury Chili Festival, which is taking this year off. Challenge competitors will include the Waybury Inn, the Glass Onion from the Hannaford Career Center, a group of local teens, and Middlebury College’s Hillel House.

Those who sample the various chili concoctions will vote on their favorite toward the end of the event.

Carol’s will provide a dining venue on the main floor while the bands will perform in the lower level.

“We are hoping it will have a cool coffeehouse vibe,” Kaslow said. “We’re really excited to have this event and hope a lot of people come out.”

For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, log on to middteens.org/springthaw.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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Play (Continued from Page 2) arming teachers now” and “More guns will solve the problem” — the latter borrowed from a conversation outside of school.

“With the characters you either consciously or unconsciously display something about yourself, whether it’s a desire or an attribute,” said Huston, who is himself an accomplished hunter. “I think the play is a snapshot of our school, with every character fitting into some group and every character displaying the attributes of some student. And then a sort of message gets across that is displayed by the school or is found within the school.”

Seventh-grader Iris Wyatt agreed: “This play’s a lot more fun than the other plays that I’ve done, and I feel like I’m more connected to my character in a way.”

She doesn’t yet understand it or know how it happened, Wyatt said, but she feels a lot more connected to her role — she plays a parent — than any other character she’s ever played onstage.

Asked about the overall themes of the play, Wyatt described what the editors of the Oxford English Dictionary might have been thinking when they chose “youthquake” as their 2017 word of the year.

“There’s just arguments all the time with (the play’s) adults, and they’re acting really childish, while the kids are trying to pave their own way in life and trying to show the adults what real living should be,” she said. Frustrated, the kids decide the only solution is to run away.

“Especially with the gun issue, I think (the kids are) really in charge of this whole thing, and it’s up to them to change the world,” Wyatt said. “They’re realizing that if they can’t be kids anymore then they have to take control of their own lives, if they want them to change.”

North Branch students have written and produced a play every spring since 2001. This title of this year’s production, “Wildflowers, Guns, and Bears, Oh My!,” is a direct reference

NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL cofounder and head teacher Tal Birdsey, right, works with students jhgjhghgj hhjhj, left, and hgfhgfhhgf ghgfgf before rehearsing the school’s upcoming student-scripted spring play last Thursday afternoon. The show incorporates current events in it plot.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

to “The Wizard of Oz.” “The play incorporates topics studied over the course of the year,” said the Ripton school’s cofounder and head teacher, Tal Birdsey. “The poetry of Maya Angelou, Henry David Thoreau, U.S. gun violence statistics, shamanism, the paintings of Paul Gauguin and Leonardo da Vinci, and even this year’s science studies of covalent molecular bonding — all figure in the play’s dialogue and action.”

Birdsey recalled with gravity a moment when current events imposed a new context on the curriculum. He had retrieved from another school a set of prop muskets he’d made for his own kids several years before. The North Branch students took possession of the props with (See North Branch, Page 35)

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A D D IS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Guest editorial Legislators must stand with voters

By ALLEN GILBERT There have been some very good ideas, and some very bad ideas, over the years about changing the state’s education funding system.

One of the best ideas came more than a hundred years ago, when Gov. William Dillingham proposed a statewide education tax to equalize school resources across the state. Some school districts had tax rates eight times higher than others. In 1890, the legislature approved a 5-percent surcharge on local property tax bills, with the funds redistributed to towns in need. This statewide property tax remained in place until 1931. Repeal was based partly on what legislators came to see as the bad idea behind the tax — its reliance on taxing property rather than income or other assets.

In 1947, Gov. Ernest Gibson Sr. told the legislature the greatest problem facing the state’s education system was “equalizing educational opportunity and distributing the costs as equally as possible among the towns and school districts of the State.”

For the next 50 years, Vermont struggled with the problem that Gibson identified, and with addressing the problem faced by the hardest-hit taxpayers, the income-poor — people deemed “property rich” because they owned a farm or woodlands but earned little income.

The result was a succession of different funding systems and one of the Legislature’s best ideas: the state’s property tax rebate program, which limits low-income Vermonters’ property tax bills to no more than five percent of their incomes, enacted in the 1970s. Twenty-five years later this program was integrated into the funding system with “income sensitivity.” Two-thirds of Vermont homeowners now pay their school taxes based on their income.

One of the worst ideas discussed this legislative session has been elimination of income sensitivity. Despite the rhetoric that legislators were trying to shift more of school costs to the income tax, the long-term impact of eliminating income-sensitivity would have ultimately put us right back where we learned from experience we shouldn’t go – greater reliance on the property tax.

The final tax reform proposal to come before the House, H. 911, avoids the worst changes considered by the House Ways and Means Committee. But the bill as written still has some very bad ideas that are a step backward, not forward, in school funding reform.

The very worst idea of all in H. 911 is eliminating the current direct relation between spending per pupil and a town’s tax rate. Now, if spending per pupil increases by five percent, then the town’s school tax rate goes up five percent. The bill tosses that out. For some towns, tax rates could go up twice as fast as spending per pupil; for others, three times. This type of change does not support local school districts. It causes confusion and frustration.

Town meeting voters got it right this year, and the legislature and governor should listen. School boards did what the governor asked them to do, and then some. Nearly all school budgets passed.

The real “problem” with the current school funding formula is that it has worked better and lasted longer than any other formula. You know that’s the case when opponents trot out the trope that it’s time to review the formula not because a fundamental flaw has been identified but because an arbitrary number of years have passed — and therefore it must be time to open the hood and start tinkering.

We should all be wary of ideas justified by the mantra, “It’s time for a change.” If real reasons for change are identified, real solutions can be discussed and hammered out. That’s when change is justified. But that’s not happening.

The shove from the Vermont Supreme Court in its 1997 Brigham decision moved Vermont a huge distance towards achieving Gov. Gibson’s goal of creating an equitable system for funding schools. Although not perfect, Vermont’s current formula is considered the country’s fairest. Now is not the time for a retreat. H. 911 would be a step back from the achievements past governors and legislatures only dreamed of.

Allen Gilbert of Worcester was chair of his town’s school board when it joined the ACLU’s Brigham lawsuit in 1995. He has remained active in education issues.

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NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL eighth-grader Phoebe Hussey of Ripton rehearses a scene from the school’s upcoming play “Wildflowers, Guns and Bears, Oh My!” at the school last week. The student-written play will be performed at the Ripton Community House on April 13 and 14 at 7 p.m.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Letters to the Editor A new generation takes on the quest for gun control Editor’s note: New Haven resident David Lewis, a hunter safety instructor for five years, submitted a letter to the editor that also included a response to the letter from his son Peter, a Massachusetts educator who is director of Bands at Quabbin Regional High School, where he has experienced lock down/harbor in place situations.

Here’s Mr. Lewis’ letter: In a recent podcast a spokesper-

son for the NRA was asked how this amendment to our constitution — “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state…” — could be squared with a 19-year-old stalking the halls of a school with an AR-15, killing people indiscriminately and at will. Her answer was a halting non-answer.

And I ask, what protections are there for those innocents being

slaughtered? We all need to think about the questions. The amendment only offers protection for those who want to own guns. Those who legislate need to enact protections against under-age buyers, buyers who are mentally handicapped, extremists and fanatics and paraphernalia like bump stocks. Background checks are a must!

If we only continue to quote the (See Letter, Page 5)

There is opportunity in climate change solutions it’s how we manufacture and produce

BY JOSEPH FUSCO There has been a fascinating goods, develop technology, transport conversation taking place in Vermont products, attract tourism, or use the over the last several years — a con- working landscape. It is the economy versation about whether “environ- of the future, and is powered by mentalism” and “entrepreneurialism” Vermont’s history of independence, can exist together. It is a conversation frugality, resilience, and innovation. driven, in part, by the anticipated ef- With hard work, a vision for economic renewal, and the fects of climate change, right policies in place, and the challenge to do Vermont has a terrific something about it. opportunity to become Of course, in Verwell positioned to be the mont the economy and most attractive, inviting, the environment are This week’s writer and friendliest state in deeply intertwined. For is Joseph Fusco, the country for Climate most — if not all — of a vice president Economy business our history we have at Casella Waste development — a relied a great deal on Systems, Inc., and national center of green our unique and healthy chair of the Climate innovation and entrepreenvironment to support Economy Action neurship. a vibrant and evolving Team, a group CEAT envisions a working landscape. of stakeholders future where Vermont’s From tourism to the convened by the creativity, ingenuity, maple industry, from Vermont Council on tenacity and grit are forest products to Rural Development. the foundation for craft beer and more, a vital and growing Vermont has birthed Climate Economy for livelihoods that both depend on and contribute to a healthy all Vermonters — where energy and efficiency solutions are threads that and sustainable environment.

I have participated in this conver- connect across communities, from sation with thoughtful and diverse businesses and homes to schools and people who love Vermont, and who places of worship, and are fundamenare deeply motivated to think about tal to how we build, move, transport, how we can create value, affordabil- and produce goods in Vermont.

CEAT sees a future where electric ity, prosperity — and environmental sustainability — by approaching vehicles are affordable and accessiclimate change and its related chal- ble to all individuals and businesses. lenges with creativity, innovation, Transportation networks can be reliable and inexpensive without and thoughtfulness.

I serve as the Chair of the Vermont increasing greenhouse gas emissions Climate Economy Action Team and bike and pedestrian commuting (CEAT), which is a diverse group of can be a realistic and attractive option Vermonters representing the business, rather than an exception.

In the future, the Climate Economy economic development, tourism, finance, workforce development, makes it possible for everyone to low-income advocacy, solid waste have access to a comfortable, safe, and energy communities. CEAT is and well-heated home powered by dedicated to ensuring that Vermont reliable, clean, and affordable elecnot only leads in identifying solutions tricity. This can be achieved while to climate change but also grasps the reducing emissions and improving economic opportunities this challenge access to clean energy. Vermonters presents. These opportunities lie with- shouldn’t have to struggle to heat in advancing the Climate Economy their homes; low energy and net zero — initiatives that expand distributed homes will improve efficiency and energy generation and efficiency, cul- help curb climate change.

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Addison Independent, Monday, April 9, 2018 — PAGE 5

Letters to the Editor EPA: Vermont making good progress on water quality This week the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Boston regional office announced that the Vermont Agency of Agriculture has made significant progress toward meeting the state’s water quality goals.

In a letter to the Agency dated April 2, EPA regional administrator Alexandra Dapolito Dunn noted, “Your staff have clearly been working hard to get new programs off the ground, rapidly award large amounts of new funding to priority phosphorus reduction projects, ramp up inspection programs and establish the new comprehensive tracking and accounting system. The many milestones that have been completed reflect this excellent progress.”

This independent review means Vermont’s farmers, partners and the Agency are on the right track. In fact, the Agency of Agriculture met all of its milestones with a perfect score; 14 out of 14. Benchmarks cited by the EPA as part of the Agency’s multi-year plan include a full revision of statewide rules for agricultural land management, training and certification for those who apply manure to the land, an increase in targeted conservation practices, and visiting every farm in the Missisquoi Bay watershed to better understand the land practices with a focus on education, outreach and inspections.

Dunn added “We commend the state for all the good

work completed to date… thank you for your commitment to restoring Lake Champlain.”

This encouraging report is part of a larger accountability agreement put in place by the EPA to monitor Vermont’s water quality progress. In 2016, after Vermont passed Act 64 of 2015 (the State’s Clean Water Act), the EPA established phosphorus pollution limits for Lake Champlain. These limits, termed Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements, include a set of milestones the State must reach. To ensure the requirements are being met, the State must report to EPA each year. In response, the EPA delivers an annual report card that evaluates the State’s progress.

Agricultural water quality is a program that the Agency will continue to build upon. With leadership, Vermont’s farmers, watershed groups, and federal and state partners are all pulling together in the right direction. The work is not easy but with commitment, focus and collaboration our water quality efforts are expanding, and these programs and accomplishments are catching the eyes of stakeholders nationwide.

Anson Tebbetts, Montpelier Note: Tebbetts is Secretary of the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets.

Letter (Continued from Page 4) Second Amendment, the terrible incidents will continue as well.

David Lewis New Haven, VT Hi Dad, I read your letter to the editor and I must admit that I too have been weighed down by all of this.

I never entered teaching thinking I would need to worry about my students’ lives, my life, or worse yet, my own children’s lives being in potential danger. And what exacerbates the situation is the very ignorant and even unintelligible response of our political people in power. I have refused to refer to them as leaders because they do not exhibit any qualities of someone possessing leadership skills. As someone who has devoted his life to understanding what leadership is, I feel pretty

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confident in my assessment.

The reactions of the student demonstrators bear more resemblances of leadership than anyone else I have heard speak.

It made me sick to my stomach to listen to Marco Rubio respond to the questions from the student protesters.

My only hope lies in the students, our youth, who are tired of the empty promises and only demand what they, and we as their teachers, rightly deserve: a safe educational environment with the promise of a better tomorrow. A new political revolution has been brewing for a long time, and now the children of this country will lead that charge. They have been the silent majority for too long.

It is their time and I will support their voice all I can. These kids are smart, strong, passionate, and unafraid, which makes them

dangerous to our current regime of ignorant cowards who let unconscionable, monied alliances buy their seats in government.

Don’t worry, Dad, don’t carry the fear or anger of those who are in power — we are all better than that. Just like the protestors of your generation, we must all rise above and let the youth of this country take us to a new place filled with the hope, dignity, and respect that was the mantra of our previous political leaders. Don’t despair — I feel it is coming.

I have had a recent realization which may be of use to you. Have you ever thought about the fact that the difference between the word “can’t” and “can” is one letter? I am not going to let one letter stop me. These kids aren’t either.

Love, Peter Peter Lewis Barre, Mass.

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ADDISON COUNTY

Obituaries

Joel Fifield, 84, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Joel A. Fifield, 84, a lifetime farmer of Border Acres, died early Saturday morning, March 31, 2018, at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Middlebury, Vt., surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on Sept. 2, 1933, in Randolph, Vt., the son of Joel A. Fifield and Evelyn Morse (Cowles) Fifield. Joel served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956 in Germany during and after the Korean War. On Aug. 17, 1957, he married Rebecca June Orvis in the Baptist Church in Bristol, Vt. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rebecca Fifield of Middlebury; by his two sons, Steven Fifield of Addison and Jeffrey (Lise Plouffe) Fifield of Middlebury; by his three daughters Sharon (Bruce) Cram of Cornwall, AmyJo (Raymond) Shute of New Haven, and Susan (Lee) Baker of Goshen; also by his sister Elizabeth Lee of St. Johnsbury and eleven grandchildren; Allison (Larry Shippee) Cram; Benjamin (and his friend, Nichole Hamer) Cram; Jeremiah Hayes, Joshua (Deborah) Hayes; Ashley (Michael) Lafirira; Cheyenne (Matthew) Brown; Skyler (fiancee, Makayla Ouellette) Shute; Victor (partner, Riley McGee) Fifield; Daniel Fifield (Dr. Kathleen Gill); Eric (Lindsey) Fifield and Patrick Fifield.

Joel is also survived by seven great grandchildren: Carsyn, Alexis, Liam and Noah Hayes, Oliver Brown, Evelyn Fifield, and Fallyn Lafirira.

This summer, Joel was anticipating the arrival of two additional greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by two other special individuals, Jeffrey

BY MEGHAN MCCARTHY the kits to be born. circles under her eyes make her look MCPHAUL The gestation for raccoons is slightly dissipated and deserving of Often, during my forays into the about 63 days, putting the birthday sympathy. The moment she hits the woods behind our house, I wonder for the year’s young typically at ground, all this changes; she seems who might be occupying the holes some time in April. Raccoons have predatory, sinister, and as close to carved into tree trunks by time and litters of between two and seven evil as anything in Nature (which nature. The barred owls babies, with four being contains no evil) can be.”

I hear hoo-hoo-hoothe most common.

Any parent of small children — hooing, maybe, or the The kits are help- of any species — can likely relate chittering red squirrels. less at birth, weighing to White’s sympathetic description And, chances are, there only a few ounces and of a harried mother looking after are raccoons in some with eyes closed, ears rambunctious and constantly hungry of those hollows, high pressed tightly to their children. above the ground. heads, and only a fuzz By around two months of age, “Raccoons don’t make a den, of fur for protection. They are totally sibling raccoons will engage in they just find a place to be during dependent on their mother for food play fighting, complete with vocalthe winter, wherever they can find and warmth. By about six weeks ization. Perhaps coincidentally, shelter,” said Dave Erler, a senior of age, they start to walk, run, and it’s around this time that mother naturalist at Squam Lakes Natural even climb, but they are still mostly raccoons lead their kits out of the Science Center in Holderness, New confined to the den where they were den to learn about the world — and Hampshire. “Large enough tree born and still rely on their mother. the food options — around them. hollows, about 20 to 30 feet off the “They’re dependent on her to Raccoons are omnivorous, eating ground, would probably be their bring home the groceries,” said everything from berries and fruit to first choice.”

Erler. “She has to leave them unat- frogs and rodents, along with scraps While raccoons don’t hibernate, tended to look for food.” from the compost pile, garbage from they do curl up for much of the Nocturnal by nature, the mother the inadequately secured trashcan, winter, having fattened themselves does most of her hunting by cover and whatever else they can get their up as much as possible before snow of darkness, although with hungry clever little paws into. covered the landscape. Erler has mouths to feed, she may occasion“One of the reasons raccoons have seen raccoons using abandoned ally hunt by day. been so successful is that they’re woodchuck burrows and beaver E.B. White, that writer of fantas- so adaptable,” said Erler. “They’re lodges, and they’ll very curious. They’re also take shelter in intelligent.

And barns, attics, and they’re so nimble with chimneys. those front paws.”

The exception The curious kits to this holing up stay with mother comes during breedraccoon through the ing season, which summer and sometypically happens, times bunk up with depending a bit on her again during their a raccoon’s age and first winter. Erler has the weather, between seen half a dozen January and March. raccoons emerge, “Usually the first one after the other, warm spell we have from a woodchuck in February is when burrow. White wrote you start seeing the that a succession of tracks,” Erler said. mother raccoons and “As soon as it cools their babies occupied off, raccoons go back the same hollow for BABY RACOONS in and go to sleep Illustration by Adelaide Tyrol many years running. again. Their paws are I’ve seen raccoon not furred out like a tracks in the melting lot of other animals, so they’re not tic children’s novels and poignant spring snow and found their masked going to be hanging around outside essays, was also a great observer mugs on my game camera. Perhaps, when it’s 20 below.” of nature. His essay “Coon Tree,” somewhere nearby, I have my own While raccoons do not form last- penned in 1956, gives a lovely coon tree. ing pair bonds — both males and description of a mother raccoon Meghan McCarthy McPhaul is females will mate with multiple occupying a tree hollow in his yard an author and freelance writer. She partners in the same breeding cycle with her kits: lives in Franconia, N.H. The illus— the mating process may last “There are two sides to a raccoon tration for this column was drawn several days. Male raccoons seek — the arboreal and the terrestrial. by Adelaide Tyrol. The Outside Story out females and will make them- When a female coon is in the tree, is assigned and edited by “Northern selves right at home in a female’s caring for young, she is one thing. Woodlands” magazine: northerndenning area for as long as a couple When she descends and steps off woodlands.org, and sponsored by of weeks. Once the male finally onto solid earth to prowl and hunt, the Wellborn Ecology Fund of New wanders off, the female will likely she is quite another. In the tree she Hampshire Charitable Foundation: return to sleeping until it’s time for seems dainty and charming; the wellborn@nhcf.org

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He was predeceased by his parents; his step-father, Robert Sprague, who raised him; and his stepsisters Barbara Moulton, Alberta Jackson, Marilyn Smith and Georgia Witherbee.

A memorial service will be held at the Middlebury Congregational Church on Saturday, April 7, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Andrew NagyBenson officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Middlebury Cemetery.

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Rokeby Museum to train its volunteers on April 28 FERRISBURGH — Rokeby Museum celebrates volunteers every April, National Volunteer Month, with an orientation session for new volunteer guides. Adults and motivated teens are invited to join director emerita Jane Williamson on Saturday, April 28, at 9 a.m. to learn about Rokeby’s unique opportunity for personal education and service rolled into one.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of most nonprofit organizations, including Rokeby, where they handle everything from tour guiding to office support. Volunteer guides with an interest in people, American history, art and historic preservation play one of the Museum’s most important roles by conducting tours of the Rokeby family home.

New guides will complete an informative and enlightening training course that introduces them to life and times of the remarkable Quaker family that called Rokeby home for 200 years. Volunteers study historic

photographs, letters and journal accounts, art, and artifacts from the museum’s extensive collection and conduct tours two days per month during the season (May 20 to Oct. 28 this year).

“In addition to sharing important local and national history,” director Catherine Brooks points out, “guiding at Rokeby is an opportunity to make a difference. The Robinson family’s involvement in justice, community, the environment and the arts are inspiring. Sharing these stories can help to make our world a better place.”

Rokeby Museum is a 90-acre historic site and National Historic Landmark designated for its exceptional Underground Railroad history.

It presents a nationally significant Underground Railroad story tucked inside a quintessential Vermont experience — where there is always something new to learn, and to share.

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Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Monday, April 9, 11:15 a.m., KB Café, Kennedy Bros, Main St. Enjoy Stuffed shells, Caesar salad, garlic bread and strawberry shortcake cupcake for dessert.

Advanced reservations required, call Michelle to reserve (802) 377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up.

Legislative agriculture lunch in Bridport.

Monday, April 9, noon-1:45 p.m., Bridport Grange Hall. Meet with Addison County legislators and discuss issues important to Addison County. The lunch will focus on agriculture issues. Purchase of breakfast not required to attend but helps our hosts to defray the cost of opening their hall.

Sponsored by Bridport Grange 303 and the Addison County Farm Bureau.

Storymatters in Middlebury. Monday, April 9, 4 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. The theme is “Exiting a story/entering another” Think of it as covering beginnings, transitions, discovering endings and all that very human stuff of stories.

Come join this friendly circle. Share a story if the spirit moves you. And enjoy spring as it comes.

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TUESDAY

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Tuesday, April 10, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Lane. Bingo, tai chi, and coffee hour followed by a VASA meeting at 11:30 and a noon meal of chicken & biscuits, diced carrots, broccoli slaw and apple cake.

Bring your own place setting. Free transportation may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-1946. $5 suggested donation. Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419.

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

Human trafficking response training in Middlebury. Tuesday, April 10, 10 a.m., MREMS, 55 Collins Dr. Join Detective Trooper Matt Hill, Trissie Casanova of the Vermont Department for Children and Families, and Director of Give Way to Freedom Edith Klimoski for a training on our community’s response to human trafficking.

Learn how to identify signs of human trafficking and ways in which our community can respond and intervene.

Community rhythm circle with Rob Zollman in Middlebury. Tuesday, April 10, 3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Have fun while making music. Drumming is emotionally and physically beneficial as it is gentle and supports memory function. Zollman facilitates music making events throughout New England and emphasizes inclusivity and joyous/expressive music making. Free, open to the public and fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-3881220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Road, Middlebury, VT 05753 “Composer Caroline Shaw: From Pulitzer to Kanye” in Middlebury. Tuesday, April 10, 4:30 p.m., Room 229, Axinn Center, Middlebury College, 15 Old Chapel Rd. As part of her residency at Middlebury College, this lecture by Carolyn Shaw explores blurring genre boundaries and collaboration in music making. Free.

Parents Supporting Thoughtful Technology meeting in Middlebury. Tuesday, April 10, 6-7:30 p.m., Library, Mary Hogan Elementary School, Mary Hogan Dr. Join in this conversation with local education and mental health professionals to gain a clearer sense of the challenges kids face at school and home surrounding technology, and participate in a discussion on how to support our students. Childcare provided. All, especially parents, are welcome.

Social educator Cindy Pierce speaks in Bristol.

Tuesday April 10, 7-8 p.m., Auditorium, Mount Abraham Union High School, Airport Rd. Pierce is a nationally recognized social educator and comic storyteller who combines her humor and research as she talks to audiences about the realities kids confront in today’s media-driven world. Topics will include promoting healthy relationships and social courage in the digital age.

A different dance

RIPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL students will showcase their Capoeira skills on Thursday, April 19, at 6 p.m. at Ripton Elementary School, learned during a weeklong residency of Capoeira performer and teacher Fabio Nascimento. Capoeira is a blend of dance and martial arts originating from Brazil and continuing today as an important practice and way of life in Brazilian culture.

Free snacks provided by the Eagles Cafe. Free childcare provided by Mt. Abraham National Honor Society students.

New Haven River Anglers Association 36-year celebration in Middlebury. Tuesday, April 10, 7-9 p.m., Swift House Inn, 35 Stewart Ln. Share some history and fishing tales of the New Haven River with NHRAA founders Dave Henderson, Peter Burton, Owen Farnsworth, Bob Reynolds and Pete Diminico. Appetizers will be served and a cash bar is available.

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WEDNESDAY

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Shoreham. Wednesday, April 11, 11 a.m., Halfway House, Route 22A. Enjoy a lunch of chipped beef on toast, mashed potatoes, green beans, beverage, and dessert. Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

Lunch discussion with Caroline Shaw in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 11, 12:15 p.m., Chellis House, 56 Hillcrest Rd. As part of her residency at Middlebury College, Shaw will lead a discussion on the historical role of women in classical music and the work of women today to break through the musical glass ceiling. Free.

“Wolfgang Buttress: Art and Nature” in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 11, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Award-winning artist Wolfgang Buttress, who works with public and private space — and created “The Hive” at Kew Gardens, London, an aluminum honeycomb-like structure that reacts in real time to the vibrations of a nearby bee hive — will talk about how art can explore, express, and inform our relationship with the ‘natural’ world. Free. More info at 802-4433168 or middlebury.edu/arts.

Flower Pot Paint N Sip fundraiser in Middlebury.

Wednesday, April 11, 6-8 p.m. VFW, 530 Exchange St. Come join the fun. Snacks and all painting materials provided to use during this instructional class. Each participant takes home a finished project on an 8-inch flowerpot. No experience required. Just a willingness to have fun. $35.00 advance registration or $40.00 at the door. All proceeds go to support veterans’ programs. More info at 802-388-9468 or facebook.com/events/984356155044839/.

Middlebury Community Music Center Salon in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 11, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Middlebury Community Music Center, 6 Main St. Students from a variety of studios gather in MCMC’s salon to perform pieces they have been studying in their lessons. Light refreshments are provided and it’s free and open to the public.

NER Vermont Reading series in Middlebury.

Wednesday, April 11, 7-8 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. The New England Review presents poet Didi Jackson, authors Jodi Paloni and Ben

Pease, and Middlebury College senior Layla Santos, who will read from their work.

Book Club meeting in Bridport. Wednesday, April 11, 7 p.m., Bridport Highway Department Conference Room, Crown Point Rd. at Short St. Louise Erdrich’s novel “The Last Report on the Miracles at Little No Horse” will be up for discussion. All interested readers welcome. More info call 802-758-2858.

“Unacceptable Levels” on screen in Lincoln.

Wednesday, April 11, 7-9 p.m., Lincoln Library, 222 W. River Rd. Bridges of Lincoln presents this 2013 documentary film about the effect of plastics in our lives. A discussion of the film will follow the screening. Free and open to the public.

Carolyn Shaw performs in Middlebury.

Wednesday, April 11, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. As part of her residency at Middlebury College, Shaw will perform a concert of her own works. Free.

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THURSDAY

Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, April 12, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Lane. Bingo, tai chi and coffee hour followed by a noon meal of baked stuffed chicken with rice and broccoli, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, wheat roll and berry crisp.

Bring your own place setting. Free transportation may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-1946. $5 suggested donation. Advanced reservations required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419.

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

Karl Lindholm in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 12, 3-4 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury. In celebration of the new season, local baseball historian Lindholm entertains with stories and slides about some of the leagues well-known and underappreciated players. *NEW DATE* “Mark Dion: Misadventures of a 21st-Century Naturalist” in Middlebury.

Thursday, April 12, 4:30 p.m., Twilight Hall, College St. Known best for his elaborate installations and fantastical curiosity cabinets, Cameron Visiting Artist Mark Dion’s art questions distinctions between “objective” (“rational”) methods and “subjective” (“irrational”) influences. Free. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“Migration of Memory: Annu Palakunnathu Matthew” in Middlebury. Thursday, April 12, 4:30 p.m., Sabra Field Lecture Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Annu Palakunnathu Matthew will present her photobased work — a striking blend of still and moving imagery. Free. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

Jane Lindholm speaks in Middlebury. Thursday, April 12, 7 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, 2 Duane Ct. Celebrated and respected radio journalist, host and commentator Jane Lindholm of Vermont Public Radio’s

award-winning “Vermont Edition” will reflect on her 11 years with that show in her talk entitled “Let Me Ask You This: A Decade of Interviewing Interesting Vermonters.” Free and open to the public.

“There and Back Again: Migration Patterns of Golden-winged and Blue-winged warblers in the Champlain Valley” in Middlebury.

Thursday, April 12, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Join Audubon Vermont’s Mark LaBarr and Margaret Fowle for a discussion on migration and wintering locations of golden- and blue-winged warblers fitted with geolocators in the Middlebury area and across the Champlain Valley.

“The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townsmen’s Guild Dramatic Society Murder Mystery” on stage in Middlebury. Thursday, April 12, 7:30 p.m., Black Box Theater, Hannaford Career Center, Charles Ave. Hilarity will ensue in this comedy performed by Addison Repertory Theater — the final Mainstage production under the direction Steve Small. Tickets $10 adults/$7 students at 802-382-1036. More info at overplayers.uk/html/farnsynopsis.html.

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FRIDAY

Rummage Sale in North Ferrisburgh. Friday, April 13, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., North Ferrisburgh Methodist Church, 227 Old Hollow Rd. Proceeds benefit children and youth attending church summer camps.

Ancient Greek Coins at the Museum of Art in Middlebury. Friday, April 13, 12:30 p.m., Sabra Field Lecture Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Simone Edgar Holmes, intern in ancient art, will present her numismatic research and display proposal for the impressive collection of Ancient Greek coins that the museum has been expanding in recent years. Part of the Fridays at the Museum series. Free. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“Seasons of the Canadian Moose” talk in Middlebury. Friday, April 13, 3 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Join Monkton resident Russ Baker for an informational slideshow and discussion of moose and other wildlife, along with a number of animal artifacts he has collected over the years. Refreshments and social hour to follow. Free, open to the public and fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-3881220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

Wood-fired pizza bake in Ripton. Friday, April 13, 5-6:30 p.m., Ripton Elementary School, 753 Lincoln Rd. Support enrichment activities for the students of the school and enjoy a homemade pizza at the same time. Order Cheese $12 / pepperoni $15 / spring special with spinach, mushrooms and feta $15. Order by noon on April 13 at 388-2208. Eat in or take out.

Exhibit reception in Middlebury. Friday, April 13, 5-7 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Come see the three dozen photographs chosen for “Out Town: Love, Joy, Sadness and Baseball — 100 Years of Photography from the Sheldon Museum” selected by award-winning National Geographic photographer Jim Blair.

Knights in Italy spaghetti dinner in Bristol.

Friday, April 13, 5-7 p.m., St. Ambrose Parish Hall, School St. Menu includes all-you-can-eat spaghetti with sauce, garlic bread, salad, beverages, and dessert. All proceeds will go toward furthering the Knights’ mission of aiding the community in a variety of ways from Coats for Kids to the Special Olympics. Cost $10 adults/ $5 children 12 and under/ $25 for a family.

Paint N Yum fundraiser in Bristol. Friday, April 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cafeteria, Mt Abraham Union High School, Airport Rd. Come support the Addison Otters swim team at a fun-filled evening of painting, yummy snacks, and lots of laughs.

Snacks and all painting materials. No experience required, just a willingness to have fun. Advance tickets $35.00 or $40.00 at the door. More info at 802-349-9315 or tinyurl.com/ybbbljxe.

Bullhead fishing clinic in Addison. Friday, April 13, 6:30-9 p.m., Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area, 966 Route 17. The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing Program” offers this introductory course, including basic techniques for targeting bullhead with live bait, casting basics, knot tying, filleting, aquatic ecology,

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communitycalendar and biology. Contact 802-265-2279 or letsgofishing@ vermont.gov to register by April 12. Space is limited.

“The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townsmen’s Guild Dramatic Society Murder Mystery” on stage in Middlebury. Friday, April 13, 7:30 p.m., Black Box Theater, Hannaford Career Center, Charles Ave. Hilarity will ensue in this comedy performed by Addison Repertory Theater — the final Mainstage production under the direction of Steve Small. Tickets $10 adults/$7 students at 802-382-1036. More info at overplayers.uk/html/farnsynopsis.html.

“Wildflowers, Guns, and Bears, Oh My!” on stage in Ripton. Friday, April 13, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community House, 1305 Route 125. For the 16th year, North Branch School students present this collaborative play they wrote based on the year’s experiences at North Branch.

Tickets $7. Open to the public. More info call 802-388-3269 or go to northbranchschool.org. *CANCELLED* Kittel & Co. perform in Middlebury. Friday, April 13, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Come hear this young trio of fiddle, mandolin, and guitar.

Josh Pinkham Trio performs in Middlebury.

Friday, April 13, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center, 72 Porter Field Rd. Come hear this young trio of mandolin, acoustic bass, and guitar that will inspire concert-goers with their talent and range. Tickets purchased for the Jeremy Kittel Trio/Kittel & Co. concert originally scheduled for this date will be honored. Tickets $22 adults/$16 Middlebury College faculty, staff, emeriti, and alumni/$10 youth 18 and under (new youth ticket price)/$6 for Middlebury College students. On sale at 802-443-MIDD (6433) or middlebury.edu/ arts/tickets.

Apr

14

SATURDAY

Green Mountain Club hike in Bristol. Saturday, April 14, 4783 Plank Rd. Moderate three-mile loop hike to an eastern ridge. Meet at Watershed’s parking area.

Wear appropriate clothing; bring water, food and hiking poles if desired. More info contact Ruth Penfield at ruthpenfield@gmail.com or 802-3885407. More activities at gmcbreadloaf.org.

Monthly wildlife walk in Middlebury. Saturday, April 14, 7 a.m., Otter View Park and the Hurd Grassland, corner of Weybridge Street and Pulp Mill Bridge Road. Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust invite community members to help survey birds and other wildlife.

Birders of all ages and abilities welcome. More info call 802-388-1007 or 802-388-6019.

Rummage Sale in North Ferrisburgh. Saturday, April 14, 8-11 a.m. “Take-Whatever-You-WantDay” for a flat fee of $5 per person. Proceeds benefit children and youth attending church summer camps and mission trips.

Soup and bake sale in East Middlebury. Saturday, April 14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., East Middlebury United Methodist Church, Jct. Routes 125 and 116.

Breads, doughnuts, cookies, baked beans, soups and chowders.

Edible book and tea party in Vergennes.

Saturday, April 14, 11 a.m., Bixby Library, 258 Main St. Celebrate Library Week with this unique party. Join the fun and make an “edible book” to share. Bring your entry to the Library and enjoy the tea and fun.

“Luisa Miller” live in HD in Middlebury. Saturday, April 14, 12:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Plácido Domingo adds yet another role to his legendary Met career in this rarely performed Verdi gem, a heart-wrenching tragedy of fatherly love. A free talk about this opera will be given in the studio on the lower level before the broadcast at 11:45 a.m. by Jim Pugh. Tickets adults $24/$10 students (plus $2/$1 ticket fee) and may be purchased at townhallteater.org, by calling 802 382-9222, at the THT box office (Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.) or at the door, if available.

Charlotte’s Angels Relay for Life Paint N Sip fundraiser in Brandon. Saturday, April 14,

Bully for bullhead

A BULLHEAD FISHING clinic will be offered by Vermont Fish & Wildlife on Friday, April 13, 6:30-9 p.m., at Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area, 966 Route 17. Learn basic techniques for targeting bullhead with live bait, casting basics, knot tying, filleting, aquatic ecology and biology.

1-3:30 p.m., American Legion, 550 Franklin St. Come join the fun for a great cause. All painting materials provided for this fun-filled step-bystep class. You bring home a masterpiece on an 11 x 14 canvas. Ticket price is $35.00. More info at 802-349-9315 or tinyurl.com/yaketr4f.

“Certain Women” on screen in Middlebury.

Saturday, April 14, 3 and 8 p.m., Dana Auditorium, Sunderland Language Center, 356 College St. A close look at several women attempting to find their way in the wide-open landscape of America’s Northwest. Free. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“Agency and Opportunity in the Golden Age of American Television: A Public Conversation with Piper Perabo and Stephen Kay” in Middlebury. Saturday, April 14, 4:30 p.m., Axinn Center 232, Middlebury College. A conversation with actor/producer Piper Perabo (“Coyote Ugly,” “Cheaper by the Dozen”) and writer/ director Stephen Kay (“Friday Night Lights,” “Sons of Anarchy”) about the opportunities and challenges of navigating careers in the golden age of American television. Moderated by Alex Draper, Chair, Department of Theatre and Dance, and Jason Mittell, Chair, Department of Film and Media Culture.

Roast Turkey Supper in Vergennes. Saturday, April 14, 5-6:30 p.m., Vergennes United Methodist Church, Main St. across from the Opera House. The menu includes roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce, dessert and beverage served buffet style. Cost $9 adults/$5 children. Takeout orders available. More info call 802-877-3150.

“Old Bones” Village2Village fundraiser in Bristol. Saturday April 14, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol, Park St. Come hear some feel-good country and gospel music from this talented group of local country musicians and help raise funds for the Village2Village

All about town

MAPS TELL STORIES. Learn about Starksboro through maps provided by the Starksboro Historical Society on Thursday, April 19, at 7 p.m., at the Starksboro Village Meeting House, 2875 Route 116. The illustrated presentation will show maps over time and what they can reveal about Starksboro and its history.

Photo courtesy Starksboro Historical Society

Project, a 15-yearold organization born in Bristol that now supports more than 134 orphaned and needy children and HIV+ guardians in northeastern Uganda. A shepherd’s pie supper will be served before the concert at 5:30 pm. All funds will also benefit Village2Village. Suggested donation for supper is $10 for adults/$5 for children 6-11/children 5 and under are free.

King Pede card party in Ferrisburgh. Saturday April 14, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center, Route 7. A sandwich supper and then on to an evening of fun and card games. King Pede is an unusual game that involves “trick-taking” techniques such as in Hearts and Spades or Pitch. This is a game of fun and skill so come prepared to use your strategic thinking.

Contra dance in Cornwall. Saturday, April 14, 7-9:30 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall, Route 30.

Featuring Luke Donforth calling to live banjo and fiddle music by Red Dog Riley. $5-10/ person (sliding scale). All are welcome. No experience or partner necessary. More info at 802-462-3722.

Mom Prom in New Haven. Wednesday, April 14, 7-10 p.m., Tourterelle, Route 7. Bee Friends, the PTO for Beeman Academy, invites moms to the ultimate ladies night fundraiser. Dig into your closet, get dressed up, and come dance. DJ, door prizes, appetizers and cash bar. Tickets $25 on sale at Tourterelle, Bristol Beverage, Junebug, Paragon Design in Shelburne, Daily Chocolate and New Haven Village Green Market.

Northern Flyer on stage in Lincoln. Saturday, April 14, 7:30-9 p.m., Burnham Hall, 52 River Rd. Come hear this contemporary four-man bluegrass band. Their repertoire includes original songs, unique adaptations, and enough traditional bluegrass to testify to their skills playing this demanding style. Part of the Burnham Music Series. Tickets $10/teens & kids free. More info call Burnham Music Series at 802-388-6863.

Sarah Blacker performs in Brandon. Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Blacker brings her full band sound to Brandon Music with New England Groove Association. With roots in the folk, rock, jamband and funk scenes, the group fuses their vibrant musical worlds together to create an original, soulful sound. Concert tickets $20. Pre-concert dinner available for $25.

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

“The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townsmen’s Guild Dramatic Society Murder Mystery” on stage in Middlebury. Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m., Black Box Theater, Hannaford Career Center, Charles Ave. Hilarity will ensue in this comedy performed by Addison Repertory Theater — the final Mainstage production under the direction of Steve Small.

Tickets $10 adults/$7 students at 802-3821036. More info at overplayers.uk/html/farnsynopsis.html.

“Wildflowers, Guns, and Bears, Oh My!” on stage in Ripton. Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community House, 1305 Route 125. For the 16th year, North Branch School students present this collaborative play they wrote based on the year’s experiences at North Branch.

Tickets $7. Open to the public. More info call 802-388-3269 or go to northbranchschool.org.

Rehab Roadhouse & The Justin Panigutti Band in Vergennes. Saturday, April 14, 8 p.m., Vergennes Opera House, 120 Main St. A mix of original and cover songs in the jam and blues tradition. Tickets $15 at the door or in advance at Hired Hand Brewing in Vergennes.

Miles Donahue and friends in Middlebury.

Saturday, April 14, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with Donahue and his group of consummate jazz musicians as they play a concert of jazz standards, including selections by Thelonius Monk, Wayne Shorter, John Lewis, John Coltrane and Dave Brubek. Free.

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Annual pancake breakfast fundraiser in Salisbury. Sunday April 15, 7:30-11 a.m., Salisbury Community School, 286 Kelly Cross Rd. All proceeds support the Salisbury Volunteer Fire Department. Tickets $10 adults/$5 children 12 and under, available prior to or at the door. More info call 802-388-1407 or 802-734-7771.

Champlain Valley fiddlers in Middlebury. Sunday, April 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Jam session from 11 a.m.-noon, music and dancing from noon-5 p.m. All fiddlers welcome.

Refreshments available. Donation $3.

Woodchucks’ Revenge plays in Middlebury.

Sunday, April 15, 2 p.m. The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Formed in front of the fire on a winter’s night in 1990, Woodchucks’ Revenge brings together three friends who have combined their lifelong love of music to offer their audiences an eclectic and refreshing mix of traditional and contemporary folksongs played with spirit and an old time country sensibility. Free, open to the public and fully accessible. Part of The Residence’s Sunday music series. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

Award-winning organist Jennifer Bower in Middlebury. Sunday, April 15, at 2 p.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury, 2 Main St. Bower will perform pieces by J.S. Bach, Dieterich Buxtehude, Nadia Boulanger, Maurice Duruflé and Eric Schmidt. She will be joined by trumpeter Jim Duncan for several selections. Free and open to the public. More info at 802-388-7634, mid-ducc@ comcast.net or midducc.org.

Piano recital in Middlebury. Sunday, April 15, 3-4 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury.

Gloria Breck, piano pupil of Diana Fanning, will perform a piano recital featuring works by Bach, Chopin, Rachmaninoff and Chinese composer Tan Dun — a culmination of her independent work and four musical years at Middlebury. Free and open to the public.

“Finding Friends and Community as an Adult” in Middlebury. Sunday, April 15, 5 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. Presenter Ryan Kriger thinks a lot about making friends, and now he is sharing his insights around Vermont speaking about a thorny issue with which many Vermonters struggle — how to find friends and community, and avoid social isolation, as an adult. Free and open to the public.

LIVEMUSIC Carolyn Shaw in Middlebury. Wednesday, April 11, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts. *Cancelled* Kittel & Co. in Middlebury. Friday, April 13, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Josh Pinkham Trio performs in Middlebury.

Friday, April 13, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center Old Bones in Bristol. Saturday, April 14, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol.

Northern Flyer in Lincoln. Saturday, April 14, 7:30-9 p.m., Burnham Hall.

Sarah Blacker in Brandon. Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Rehab Roadhouse & The Justin Panigutti Band in Vergennes. Saturday, April 14, 8 p.m., Vergennes Opera House Miles Donahue and friends in Middlebury.

Saturday, April 14, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Flpside in Middlebury. Saturday April 14, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Notte.

Woodchucks’ Revenge in Middlebury. Sunday, April 15, 2 p.m. The Residence at Otter Creek The Avant-Garde Dogs in Middlebury. on Wednesday, April 18, 6:30-9 p.m., American Flatbread.

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Mandolin virtuoso brings trio to perform at college Folk, rock, opera, organ and feel-good country also on tap Playing a repertoire from bluegrass to jazz, the Josh Pinkham Trio (subbing for the previously publicized Jeremy Kittel Trio) will present a lively Middlebury debut performance featuring mandolinist Josh Pinkham, Ethan Jodziewicz on bass and guitarist Jason Borisoff at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 13, in Robison Hall at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Adding to the fun of the evening, concert-goers will be treated to a special opening act by Middlebury College’s own Aidan O’Brien, class of ’20.

Josh Pinkham has been named “the future of the mandolin” by Mandolin Magazine and dubbed “one of the most important young on

by Greg Pahl improvisers the acoustic scene today,” by mandolin legend David Grisman. Pinkham has established himself as a consummate performer, composer and recording artist, and continues to push the mandolin into new and old territory, excelling in bluegrass, newgrass, jazz, and classical music.

Tickets* are $22 for adults; $10 for youth 18 and under (new youth ticket price); and $6 for Middlebury College students, and are on sale at 802-443-6433 or middlebury.edu/ arts/tickets. (*Tickets purchased for the Jeremy Kittel Trio/Kittel & Co. concert originally scheduled for this date/time will be honored.) The Mahaney Center is located at 72 Porter Field Road in Middlebury, just off Route 30 south. Free parking is available in the Center for the Arts parking lot.

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SARAH BLACKER WITH New England Groove Association will take the stage on Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m., at Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Road.

SARAH BLACKER AT BRANDON MUSIC Sarah Blacker brings her full band sound to Brandon Music at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 14, with New England Groove Association. With roots in the folk, rock, jam-band and funk scenes, the group fuses their vibrant musical worlds together to create an original, soulful sound.

The collaboration, which often

features special guests, is comprised of award-winning, internationally touring singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, Sarah Blacker, Aaron Z. Katz and Phil Selesnick on keyboards.

Blacker was named “Female Performer of the Year” in the 2013 New England Music Awards, and has built a devoted following both nationally and internationally

OLD BONES WILL play their feel-good Country tunes at a benefit for Village2Village on Saturday, April 14, at 6:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church of Bristol on Park Street.

via extensive touring, passionate rarely performed Verdi gem, “Luisa singing and songwriting and belief Miller,” a heart-wrenching tragedy in the power of music. of fatherly love, on Saturday, April Aaron Katz, with over 20 years 14, at 12:30 p.m. in Middlebury’s of national and international touring Town Hall Theater. Sonya Yoncheva experience, is the sings the title singer/songwriter/ role opposite p r o d u c e r / Piotr Beczała drummer from the in the first Met successful jamperformances band, Percy Hill. of the opera in Percy Hill won more than ten the Jammy Award years. Bertrand for “Album of de Billy the Year” in 2000 conducts. and continues to “ L u i s a sell out rooms on M i l l e r ” the jam club and represents a festival scene. transitional Concert tickets moment in are $20. A preGiuseppe concert dinner V e r d i ’ s is available for unparalleled $25. Reservations career. While are required reminiscent of for dinner and the youthful recommended for vitality that the show. Venue made Verdi an MANDOLIN VIRTUOSO is BYOB. Call international JOSH PINKHAM 802-247-4295 or sensation, e-mail info@brandon-music.net for the opera also looks forward to reservations or for more information. the dramaturgical discipline and Brandon Music is located at 62 sophistication of the composer’s Country Club Road in Brandon. middle period. The story centers VERDI’S RARE OPERA on the bond between a father and BROADCAST AT THT his daughter as they stand together Plácido Domingo adds yet another against a hostile world, and much role to his legendary Met career in this (See Arts Beat, Page 11)

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Cosmic Forecast For the week of April 9

NORTHERN FLYER, A combo of four veteran Vermont musicians, perform their bluegrass licks at Burnham Hall, 52 River Road in Lincoln, on Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m.

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) of the dramatic and psychological acumen that would define the mature Verdi is already fully apparent in this earlier work A free talk about this opera will be given in the studio on the lower level before the broadcast at 11:45 a.m.

(45 minutes before the start time) by Jim Pugh. Run time is three hours 38 minutes.

Tickets are $24/$10 students, and may be purchased at townhallteater. org, by calling 802-382-9222, at the THT box office (Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.) or at the door, if available.

ORGAN CONCERT AT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH IN MIDDLEBURY On Sunday, April 15, at 2 p.m., an organ concert, “Striking Themes for Organ and Trumpet,” at Middlebury’s Congregational Church, will feature Jennifer Bower, who has been named 2017 “Artist of the Year” by the American Guild of Organists, Vermont Chapter.

On the program are pieces by a variety of composers including J.S.

AWARD-WINNING ORGANIST Jennifer Bower will be giving a free concert at the Congregational Church of Middlebury on Sunday, April 15, at 2 p.m.

Bach, Dieterich Buxtehude, Nadia Boulanger, Maurice Duruflé and Eric Schmidt, which showcase the many different sounds of the wonderfully maintained 1862 pipe organ. Bower will be joined by trumpeter Jim Duncan for several selections.

Bower’s enthusiasm for diverse repertoire is imbued in her work as a soloist as well as in collaborations with various orchestras, chamber ensembles and soloists across the U.S., Canada and China. She has premiered a number of pieces for organ and harpsichord, including the first public U.S. performance of “Laudes,” Jean-Louis Florentz’s majestic seven-movement opus for organ.

This concert is free and open to the public. The Congregational Church is located at 2 Main Street in Middlebury. For more information, contact the church at 802-388-7634 or midducc@comcast.net. The church website is midducc.org.

BENEFIT CONCERT IN BRISTOL Come out on Saturday, April 14, at 6:30 p.m. and join the Old Bones for some feel-good country and gospel music at the First Baptist Church of Bristol. A collection will benefit Village2VillageProject’s most vulnerable children in Uganda.

Old Bones, a talented group of local country musicians, will be treating long-time fans and newcomers alike to their songs and humor sure to delight all ages. New England audiences have enjoyed the songs and stories of Old Bones for years. They have played to packed houses and raised many thousands of dollars over the last decade for Village2Village Project, a 15-yearold organization born in Bristol that now supports more than 134 orphaned and needy children and HIV+ guardians in northeastern Uganda.

The church is serving a hearty shepherd’s pie supper before the concert at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds from the supper will also benefit Village2Village Project.

The suggested donation for supper is $10 (See Beat, Page 13)

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NORTHERN FLYER IN LINCOLN Northern Flyer, a contemporary bluegrass band, will be performing for the Burnham Music Series at Burnham Hall, 52 River Road in Lincoln, on Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m.

Four veteran Vermont musicians, Andy Sacher (mandolin and vocals); Mark Struhsacker (guitar, vocals, and song writing); Andy Greene (banjo, vocals, and song writing); and Kirk Lord (bass), have joined together as Northern Flyer.

They combine first-rate harmonies with extensive instrumental expertise. Their repertoire includes original songs, unique adaptations of exciting material, and enough traditional bluegrass to testify to their skills playing this demanding traditional music style. The band appeals to bluegrass and Americana devotees, and to all fans of fine vocalizing and strong acoustic musicianship.

Admission is $10 for adults, kids and teens get in free. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, call 802388-6863.

CAROLINE SHAW IN CONCERT AT COLLEGE Composer Caroline Shaw caps her Middlebury College residency with an evening of her music, in collaboration with Middlebury College vocal students, at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11, in Robison Hall at the Mahaney Center for the Arts.

In addition to being the youngestever winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Music, Shaw sings with the Grammyaward winning vocal ensemble Roomful of Teeth, plays violin with the American Contemporary Music

VERDI’S RARELY PERFORMED opera “Luisa Miller” will screen live in HD at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury on Saturday, April 14, at 12:30 p.m.

Ensemble, scored the soundtrack for the feature film “To Keep the Light,” and has collaborated with rapper/ singer/songwriter Kanye West.

The performance is free and the public is welcome. Learn more at 802-443-3168 or www. middlebury.edu/arts.

INTERNATIONAL FILM SERIES IN MIDDLEBURY The 2017-2018 Hirschfield International Film Series continues on Saturday, April 14, at Middlebury College with the 2016 U.S. film,

“Certain Women,” directed by Kelly Reichardt.

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Methodists welcome theologian’s talk Scholars MIDDLEBURY — Noted theologian and author the Rev. Dr. Neal F. Fisher is coming to the Middlebury United Methodist Church to deliver a sermon later this month.

The public is invited to come to the church on the corner of North Pleasant and Seminary streets on Sunday, April 29, any time until 11:15 a.m. in order to hear Fisher’s message. Gathering time begins at 10:45 followed by worship at 11 a.m. There will be a reception afterward when people will be able to speak with him.

Fisher’s latest book is “Introduction to Christianity: A New Way of Seeing.”

A recent issue of the Christian Century magazine features his article titled “Moral Conviction in an Age of Practical Atheism.”

After serving as pastor of United Methodist churches in Massachusetts and then in administration and on the faculty at Boston University School of Theology, Fisher was for 20 years president and Senior Scholar in Theology at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Ill. In retirement he and his wife, Lil, live near their family in Wolcott, Vt., where he is active in his Vermont community. Emma Lodge, a junior at Middlebury College, is the Fishers’ granddaughter.

REV. DR. NEAL F. FISHER

the students in preparation for (Continued from Page 1) made up of 4,175 students who the challenge. “They did all the entered the competition, sponsored preparation for the challenge on

by MathWorks, a developer of their own and I did not see them at all on the day they spent on the mathematical computing software.

The top six teams, as selected by a paper… I know their friendships panel of judges, receive scholarship have deepened and that they have awards ranging from $5,000 to learned tons about making a group play to each of their $20,000, which are individual strengths. divided equally among “There’s I’m excited to be team members and bringing them to New paid directly to the something York and I’m supercolleges or universities really refreshing curious to hear what at which they enroll. about a group of they have to say. This The MUHS “fab five” is a great opportunity team made the top six, people who like all around.” and they’ll be traveling knowing things In their paper, the to New York City on and like sharing students concluded the April 30 to compete those things in U.S. has enough food against the other a way that’s not to feed the estimated finalists in determining condescending.” 42 million citizens the final ranking in the — Sophie Marks currently classified as MathWorks Challenge. “food insecure.”

No pressure, right?

The students tackled The students will stand before the contest judges and the task in three phases. First, they justify the findings in their challenge created a mathematical model to paper, lightheartedly titled “Lettuce determine whether a given state in the U.S. could feed their food-insecure Reduce Food Waste.”

“I am really impressed with population using only the food waste these students’ work and with generated within that state. Second, how beautifully they function as a they designed a model to predict group,” said Lessing, who coached the amount of food waste a given household produces in one year, given the annual household income and the number of individuals in the household. Finally, they used mathematical modeling to consider several options for repurposing food waste within their own school community to maximizing its use at minimal cost.

The team concluded that its school community should donate 65.9 percent of the recoverable food waste to the local food bank, 11.6 percent should be fed to livestock, and 22.5 percent should be landfilled.

MUHS team member Ezra Marks said he appreciated the real-world applications of math to a major societal problem.

“It was exciting to see how classroom mathematics could be applied to suggest solutions to the problem of food waste in our community and the United States,” he said. “Our team worked well together, both collaboratively and individually, brainstorming as a group, splitting off into individuals and pairs, then reading and editing each other’s work. M3 Challenge will be happy to know we ate all the food we brought with us, leaving no waste on the day of the Challenge.

Participating in the Challenge has given us a greater appreciation for the connection between computations and real-world applications of math.”

Laura Whitley said she are her teammates were “shocked” to have placed so well in the competition, and they all look forward to improving their ranking — and potential scholarship winnings — in New York City.

Bastiaan Phair said the group did a good job of parsing out assignments to individual members and then vetting the findings together.

“Everyone had at least some input (See Math team, Page 15)

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Math team (Continued from Page 14) to make sure they were OK and didn’t feel like it was something they weren’t comfortable putting their name on,” Phair said.

Competing against MUHS on April 30 will be fellow Challenge finalists from high schools in Lincolnshire, Ill.; Los Altos, Calif.; Osprey, Fla.; Lincroft, N.J.; and Waxhaw, N.C. SCHOLARS BOWL An MUHS team of six students — sophomores Ken Barkdoll and Nico Brayton, junior Silas Conlon, and seniors Lucy Groves, Greta Hardy-Mittell and Sophie Marks — won four consecutive matches during the 2017-2018 Scholars Bowl at the University of Vermont on March 24 before succumbing to repeat champions Essex High School. Middlebury — a perennial Scholars Bowl powerhouse — notched yet another top-four finish in the annual, intellectual tug-ofwar between high school teams from throughout the state.

While the Tigers didn’t take the top trophy this year, they did take home the Medlar Cup, awarded each year to the Scholars Bowl team that wins the singleelimination qualifying section of the competition. The MUHS team beat competitors from Mount Abraham, Montpelier, Lyndon and Mount Mansfield high schools before falling, 470-340, to Essex in MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School students have shown some impressive results in recent academic competitions. These math whizzes, along the semifinals. with five other teams from around the country, will compete in the MathWorks Challenge in New York City this month. Local team members are, “It was a strong program and from left, Laura Whitley, Julian Schmitt, Bastiaan Phair, Ezra Marks and Janet Barkdoll. we had great kids in it,” said math teacher Lessing, who has for competition is not necessarily about By placing in the top four The students will spend the coming many years mentored the school’s through the ranks.

Each team member has strengths; knowing (the material) better than of the state championship, the weeks raising the $5,000 to $6,000 academic teams.

Hardy-Mittell’s happen to be in the other team, it’s the fact that young competitors punched their it will take to attend the competition.

Lessing was music and literature. you know it at all. This is a group collective ticket to the National Anyone interested in contributing particularly pleased “We all have areas that celebrates knowledge without Academic Quiz Tournament finals to their fund drive should contact with the balance of this “I’m obsessed we are best at, and being arrogant.” in Atlanta, slated for May 25-27. Lessing at plessing@acsdvt.org. year’s team: three boys with learning then we fill in the Ken Barkdoll’s forte is science, and three girls — all of things. gaps,” she said. but he’s also more than capable them super-smart.

Like Hardy-Mittell, when it comes to questions about “The team has tended Knowing Sophie Marks has modern politics, history and pop to be a little boy- random facts, been involved with culture. heavy,” Lessing noted even if you Scholars Bowl since “It’s most fun when we all know — a trend he was glad don’t think grade 9. the answer and work together as a to see broken. “ T h e r e ’ s team to answer it,” Barkdoll said.

Participants didn’t you need to know them.

It’s something really Brayton has a particular interest just meet up one day refreshing about a in science, literature, music, exiting to me.” and decide to compete group of people who geography and math. in the Scholars Bowl.

— Nico Brayton like knowing things “I’m obsessed with learning They began testing and like sharing things,” he said. “Knowing random themselves with sample those things in a way that’s not facts, even if you don’t think you questions back in November, and met twice each week after condescending,” Marks said of need to know them. It’s exiting to school during the winter sports her affinity for Scholars Bowl. “A me.” season. Contestants must not only be knowledgeable about a lot of topics — including math, history, geography and pop culture — they have to be quick on the buzzer.

“It was hard work, but it was also thestovedepot.com a lot of fun for the kids,” Lessing said.

Hardy-Mittell, who is rounding out her senior year, has participated in the MUHS Scholars Bowl program since she was a freshman.

She initially joined the team for fun, but has since established herself as a solid contributor and as a leader of the squad.

“It’s a good culmination for four years,” she said of her progression

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The latest Student of the Week from Middlebury Union High School is Justin Holmes. Justin is the son of Steve and Jessica Holmes of Cornwall and is a senior at MUHS. He has a ready smile and is well known by teachers and students at the school. He says he has enjoyed his time at MUHS and has valued the academics and extra-curricular activities tremendously. Justin currently serves as a peer leader to Ms. Stebe’s advisory and likes the interactions with the 9th graders as they transition to high school. He laughs as he tells the story about fainting on his first day of freshman year in 2014. Justin’s advice to all students is to get involved in activities as a vehicle to get to know others. He says it is a great way to meet people and try something new.

Justin’s interests are varied. In seventh and eighth grade, Justin took courses in animation and together with a group of peers created 11 Paper Place. It is a story about two pieces of paper that mysteriously and magically turn into paper people after being spit out of a printer. The short documentary can be found on Vimeo and appeared in the Huffington Post. Justin operates a small Justin Holmes business where he utilizes a drone and does aerial photography; MUHS some of his clients include local realtors.

Spanish is one of Justin’s favorite subjects and by the end of his 9th grade year, he had already studied the language for three years. He spent his sophomore year living in Mexico City with a host family and attending school where all of his classes were taught in Spanish. He smiles when he says he took English IN Spanish. His host father was Jose Antonio who is currently running for President of Mexico.

Sports are an important part of Justin’s life and he has played both soccer and lacrosse for the Tigers.

He will participate in the senior play, “Beauty and the Beast,” in the spring. As he looks ahead to the future, Justin envisions a possible career path in business, entrepreneurship and possibly animation.

He’s applied to a variety of colleges and is awaiting news of admission decisions. Everyone at MUHS wishes Justin well as he prepares to graduate and head off to college in the fall.

Vergennes Union High School is pleased to recognize Kaitlyn Brace as its Student of the Week. Kaitlyn lives in Ferrisburgh with her dad and mom, Scott and Lisa Brace. She has an older sister, Lexi, who is a freshman at Franklin Pierce University, who is studying biology and secondary education, and a younger brother, Eli, who is a 7th grade student at VUMS. Kaitlyn strives to be the best student she can be. She is currently taking AP Biology, and she took Calculus her junior year. Kaitlyn is also a part of the National Honor Society. She was a member of the math team her sophomore and junior years. During Kaitlyn’s four years at VUHS, she received many different academic awards. These awards come from areas of study like science, social studies, and language. Last year Kaitlyn was awarded with the Sage Scholarship.

Outside of the classroom Kaitlyn has been an active participant in our community. Kaitlyn has played soccer since her 9th grade year and was a co-captain this year. At VUHS, one of Kaitlyn’s favorite events is Peace One Day. This past year she was able to create the annual Peace One Day banner representing honoring diversity. Also, Kaitlyn has been an active participant in student council, where she helps to organize school events.

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Following graduation from VUHS, Kaitlyn will be attending the pre-med program at Goucher College in Baltimore, Md., and will be a part of the soccer team. The faculty, staff and students of VUHS wish Kaitlyn the very best in the future.

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Camp News MJCC SUMMER CAMP 2018 Fun, field trips and authentic cooperative activities make up every day at MJCC programs, including TaeKwonDo, swimming, pottery, state park trips, Lake Monsters’ ball game, and ice skating.

The summer is built on the foundation of safety and social/ emotional well-being of each child – find a friend, make a friend, keep a friend forever. Our programs are framed up for campers by using their interests to fuel the daily offerings, combined with the talents and energies of our staff.

Many choices, many more experiences, will help to solidify the summer of 2018 as a memorable success.

MJCC Summer 2018 Camp Bristol and Middlebury Sites

June 26th- Aug. 10th (no July 4th) 7:45 AM – 5:30 PM Licensed Programs | Certified Staff Tuition Assistance Available | Sibling Discount Enrollment Deadline: April 13th For forms: www.mjccvt.org/schoolage For Information: schoolage@mjccvt.org

YMCA CAMP GREYLOCK AT KINGSLAND BAY STATE PARK A co-ed day camp for kids entering 1st– 7th grade, Camp Greylock is an outdoor learning and adventure camp that takes full advantage of its Lake Champlain shoreline and 287 acres of green and wooded natural beauty. Greylock is located at Kingsland Bay State Park on Lake Champlain in Ferrisburgh.

There are nine 1-week sessions.

Greylock has been reimagined from years past, with fewer campers each week and a greater focus on nature and hands-on adventure.

Think ahead for summer fun!

Archery, canoeing, swimming, building and cultivating a garden, nature-inspired art projects, and a Y counselor trained as a park interpreter are what await your child.

Camp Greylock is a place where kids build skills, make friends and develop a sense of belonging. For more information, visit https:// www.gbymca.org/for-youth-development/camp/camp-greylock/ or call 802-652-8139.

CHAMPLAIN DISCOVERY AT THE MARITIME MUSEUM Starting on June 18th ten students from the Champlain Valley ages 13-16 will build their own 17’ sea kayaks and then embark on a 10-day voyage of a lifetime. Participants in the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s Champlain Discovery program will paddle from Whitehall, New York transiting Lock #12 on the Champlain Canal and paddle to Burlington, Vermont. They will experience sites of cultural and natural historical significance as they challenge themselves in new and positive ways. The program culminates when they land in Burlington on the morning of July 21st and are welcomed back to their worlds by family and friends. The Maritime Museum is accepting applications for the Champlain Discovery program.

Financial aid is available. Call 802-475-2022, email nickp@ lcmm.org for information and an application, or check out the website www.lcmm.org.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMPS AT COMMON GROUND CENTER Come to Common Ground Center in April or July for a day camp full of adventure! With over 700 acres to explore we’ll be busy each week with all sorts of seasonal activities. April Vacation Camp will have a water ecology focus as well as many other spring time activities. In July we’re offering five days of outdoor fun including swimming, archery, arts and themed programming. See our ad for more information. Visit www. cgcvt.org or call 802-453-2592 to register.

MCMC JAZZ CAMP Spend the summer making music! Students participating in MCMC’s Summer Jazz program will be studying and rehearsing the standard repertoire of Jazz in ensembles where they will improve their ensemble skills, including blending tone, integrating rhythm, matching pitch, and balancing volume. There will also be ample time scheduled for developing improvisational skills. Join us!

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MONDAY

Tiger girls’ lax mauls the Wolves New coach gets first varsity win

PANTHER JUNIOR SARA DiCenso defends against a Colby attacker during women’s lacrosse action Saturday afternoon.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

No. 21 Colby tips No. 4 Middlebury Women’s lax falls in NESCAC game MIDDLEBURY — The visiting Colby women’s lacrosse team upset Middlebury on Saturday, 1412, thwarting a late Panther rally by scoring twice in the final 2:16.

The Panthers, who entered the game ranked No. 4 in NCAA Division III, dropped to 9-2 with their first league loss and are 5-1 in NESCAC play. No. 21 Colby improved to 6-4, 2-4 NESCAC, by becoming only the second team to reach double figures in goals vs. the Panthers and scoring a season high against Middlebury.

Colby scored the game’s initial four goals in the first 14:44, getting strikes from four players, before Middlebury got on the scoreboard when a cutting Erin Nicholas converted an MG Gately feed with 11:18 on the clock.

Free-position goals from Henley Hall, Kate Zecca and Emily Barnard were offset only by Camel Kendall Smith’s second goal of the game as the Panthers cut the lead to 5-4 at 3:24. Smith struck again for Colby, but Hollis Perticone won the ensuing draw and scored

seven seconds later to make it 6-5 at 1:35, a score that stood at the half.

Colby then started the second half on another run. After Perticone set up Barnard to tie the score in the opening minute, the Camels went on a 5-0 surge over the next 10 minutes. Sasha Fritts scored her second of the game during the run, and Smith scored twice, including the goal at 19:59 that made it 11-6.

The Panthers responded with their own 6-1 surge to tie the game at 12-12 with 3:44 to go. Emma McDonagh and Nicholas recorded back-to-back goals to make it 118. After Maddie Hatch scored for the Mules, Perticone scored twice.

She drove to the net at 9:53 and 35 seconds later cashed in on a feed from behind the net from Georgia Carroll to complete her hat trick and make it 12-10.

At 5:46 Nicholas converted a free-position, and two minutes later Kirsten Murphy also netted a free position to tie the score. But at 2:16 Camel Grace Cowell scored the deciding goal on a free posi-

By ANDI BOE SOUTH BURLINGTON — The Middlebury Union High School girls’ lacrosse team on Friday cruised to an 8-2 win against host South Burlington in a game that was called at halftime due to weather and field conditions.

The result gave first-year coach and former Tiger standout Brandi Whittemore a victory in her varsity head-coaching debut.

The conditions on Friday were tough from the beginning, and it took brooms and shovels to uncover the lines from the snow, but the Wolves and Tigers braved the weather for the season opener.

Tiger senior Isabel Rosenberg set the pace 13 seconds into the game with her first of three goals.

A few minutes later, senior Satchel McLaughlin put away a low angled shot off a feed from senior Ella Nagy-Benson to give the Tigers an early 2-0 lead.

About five minutes in, Wolves senior Dakota Crane broke through on a breakaway, bringing the score to 2-1.

Junior Ada Anderson buried a free position a few minutes later, quickly followed by a goal from junior Emily Laframboise.

(See Tigers, Page 19)

Score BOARD HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Lacrosse 4/6 MUHS vs. S. Burlington......................8-2 4/7 VUHS at Harwood............... Ppd. to 5/10

Boys’ Lacrosse 4/4 MUHS vs. Burlington........................11-5 4/7 MUHS vs. Burr & Burton.....................7-6

COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Lacrosse 4/7 Colby vs. Midd................................14-12

Men’s Lacrosse 4/7 Midd. vs. Colby...............................11-10

Baseball MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE JUNIOR Henley Hall fights for control of a draw during Saturday’s 14-12 loss to Colby.

4/7 Wesleyan vs. Midd. .........................12-8 4/7 Wesleyan vs. Midd. ...........................1-0 4/8 Wesleyan vs. Midd...........................10-6

tion, and Grace Langmuir added an unassisted insurance goal at 1:20.

As well as three goals and an

4/7 Amherst vs. Midd. ..............................9-4 4/7 Amherst vs. Midd. (2).................. 3-0, 7-2

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

assist, Perticone controlled 12 draws and caused two turnovers.

(See Panthers, Page 19)

Softball (See Schedule, Page 19)

Addison Independent, Monday, April 9, 2018 — PAGE 19

Tigers (Continued from Page 18) South Burlington’s Sabrina Redzic scored with 10 minutes remaining in the half, making it 4-2.

From there, Middlebury dominated, getting two more goals from Rosenberg as well as another two from McLaughlin, with an assist from junior Lacey Greenamyre.

In the back, Tiger seniors Keagan Dunbar, Olivia Beauchamp and Abby Gleason, plus Greenamyre kept the Wolves to just four shots.

Senior Tiger goalie Raven Payne and South Burlington’s Claire Phillips both made two saves.

During the halftime break, the officials called the game to prevent injuries, determining the field was too slippery to be safe. Vermont rules say that 80 percent of the game must be played in order to determine a winner, but the South Burlington coach conceded Middlebury the win given the 8-2 halftime lead.

The Tigers, the defending Division I champions, are coming off an undefeated season and extended their winning streak to 19 games.

They will play at Rutland on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in what should be the first full game of the season.

Schedule HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Lacrosse 4/9 Lamoille at VUHS...................... 4:30 PM 4/10 MUHS at Rutland..................... 4:30 PM 4/11 VUHS at U-32.......................... 4:30 PM 4/13 MUHS at Hanover................... 4:30 PM 4/13 Chelsea/Randolph at VUHS.... 4:30 PM Boys’ Lacrosse 4/9 OV at Rutland................................. 4 PM 4/9 MUHS at Essex.............................. 4 PM 4/11 Randolph at Mt. Abe..................... 4 PM 4/11 Woodstock at MUHS.................... 4 PM 4/13 Rutland at MUHS.......................... 4 PM Baseball 4/9 Rutland at OV............................ 4:30 PM 4/12 MUHS at Essex....................... 4:30 PM 4/12 VUHS at Rice.......................... 4:30 PM 4/14 VUHS at MUHS...........................11 AM Softball 4/10 Rutland at OV.......................... 4:30 PM 4/12 MUHS at Essex....................... 4:30 PM 4/12 CVU at VUHS.......................... 4:30 PM 4/14 VUHS at MUHS...........................11 AM Track 4/11 Mt. Abe/VUHS at MUHS.......... 3:30 PM COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Lacrosse 4/14 Trinity at Midd............................... 2 PM 4/15 Hamilton at Midd........................... 1 PM Men’s Lacrosse 4/11 Midd. at Springfield....................... 5 PM 4/14 Midd. at Trinity.............................. 2 PM Baseball 4/10 Southern VT at Midd................ 3:30 PM 4/13 Amherst at Midd............................ 4 PM 4/14 Amherst at Midd. (2)..................... Noon 4/15 Midd. at Plymouth St.................... 1 PM Softball 4/10 Castleton at Midd. (2).............. 3:30 PM 4/13 Hamilton at Midd........................... 5 PM 4/14 Hamilton at Midd. (2).................... Noon Late events occurred after deadline. Spectators are advised to consult school websites for the latest schedule updates.

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE FRESHMAN Emma White tries to strip the ball from a Colby attacker Saturday afternoon on Kohn Field.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Panthers (Continued from Page 18) Nicholas added a hat trick, and

Barnard tallied twice. Julia Keith started in goal and made six saves in 39:02, allowing 10 goals, while Kate Furber had two stops in 20:58 and allowed four goals.

Smith paced the Mules with five tallies, while Fritts scored twice and assisted on one. Colby goalie Izzy Scribano made 11 saves.

The Panthers will host two NES-

CAC games this weekend: No. 8 Trinity will visit on Saturday at 2 p.m., and Hamilton is scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m.

Middlebury boys’ lacrosse starts fast

Tigers defeat Burlington and B&B BURLINGTON — The Middlebury Union High School boys’ lacrosse team opened its season last week with a pair of road wins, defeating host Burlington, 11-5, on Wednesday, and Burr & Burton, 7-6, on Saturday.

The Tigers’ home game vs. Essex on this Monday was moved to Essex due to field conditions in Middlebury; game time will remain at 4 p.m.

On Wednesday the Tigers took an early lead in cruising to a win over the Seahorses, who moved up from D-II this spring.

Senior Jack Donahue led the

attack with five goals, junior Kolby Farnsworth score four times, and freshman Bode Rubright debuted with two goals. Goalies Cam Devlin, a sophomore, (seven saves) and freshman Jack Rizzo (three) combined for 10 stops.

In Saturday’s victory over the Bulldogs, Donahue again had the most goals for the Tigers— three.

Senior Lane Sheldrick, junior Ben Crawford, Rubright and Farnsworth each tallied one goal, Farnsworth and sophomore Ian Ploof each had an assist.

Devlin got eight saves in goal.

LACROSSE

Wrap-Up

PANTHER SENIOR HOLLIS Perticone turns away from a Colby defender during Saturday’s game on Kohn Field. Middlebury lost, 14-12.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

8 Tigers and 1 Eagle named Nordic All-State ADDISON COUNTY — The top four skiers from each of the Middlebury Union High School Division II champion Nordic teams earned All-State recognition from Vermont coaches, as did a Mount Abraham independent who trained with the

Champlain Valley squad.

To earn All-State recognition a skier had to earn a top-10 combined time in the freestyle and classical state championship races in both Division I and II, with five honorable mentions going to skiers ranked 11

through 15.

Tiger boys Sam Hodges, Tom Hussey and Julian Schmitt earned the All-State honor, and Cade Christner received honorable mention.

Tiger girls Malia Hodges, Caroline Kimble and Isabel Rosenberg met

the All-State criteria, and Katherine Koehler earned honorable mention.

Mount Abe’s Addy Harris earned All-State honors while skiing as an independent, although her efforts did not contribute to the CVU team with which she trained.

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Emmie Donadio steps down after nearly 3 decades at museum

By ROBERT KEREN MIDDLEBURY — One of Emmie Donadio’s fondest memories of her 28 years at the Middlebury College Museum of Art was curating the “13 Alumni Artists” exhibition in celebration of the college’s bicentennial.

“I loved doing that alumni exhibition in 2000, for which I also had the pleasure of serving as a juror,” she said. “I visited nearly all 13 of the artists in their studios, from Los Angeles to Chicago to New York, and talked with them about

which of their works would go into the exhibition.”

Speaking from her office just down the hall from the museum, Donadio apologized for the clutter of boxes, folders, papers, books and brochures stacked on every surface.

The energetic and much-admired Middlebury staff member retired last month from her position as curator of modern and contemporary art and director of programs and events — two of the many titles she has held over the years.

“One of the artists in that

exhibition was the painter Peter Krashes ’85, who was a former student of both my husband’s and mine,” she said. “As always in this job, there would be echoes of my former life in the curatorial projects that I worked on.”

Donadio first arrived at Middlebury in 1977 with her husband, Stephen, who was joining the faculty as a professor of American literature. (They had been to the Bread Loaf School of English the year before.) With her master’s degree from Columbia,

she taught sections of Middlebury’s introductory course in art history as a part-time faculty member here and at the University of Vermont. It was not until 1989 that she came to work at the Museum of Art as acting director for one year. And when Director Richard Saunders returned from leave, Donadio stayed on as assistant director at the museum, which was housed in the Johnson Memorial Building at the time.

As the college community gathered this past Jan. 30 in the Mahaney Center for the Arts to say farewell to Donadio, Saunders paid tribute to the person who worked by his side for nearly three decades: “Emmie has played an instrumental role in organizing exhibits and contributing to the growth in the museum’s permanent collection, while also devoting significant energy to furthering the educational mission of the museum: teaching winter term courses; overseeing student interns; giving public talks; codirecting MuseumWorks, our summer internship program; and most recently serving as co-editor of our forthcoming collections handbook.

“When you work at a small museum you develop a sense of humility,” Saunders continued. “You learn that despite spending years earning a PhD, as Emmie did from Columbia, you may find yourself

completing virtually any task that needs to get done — from polishing a vitrine to helping to clean up after a party, or shuttling speakers to and from the Inn on the Green.

“Museum work is a team sport, and as every coach will tell you: there is no ‘I’ in team; nor is there one in ‘museum.’”

Born and raised in Cleveland, Donadio graduated from Western Reserve University where, she recalled, “I had a wonderful introduction to the field by working in the painting department at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Part of my responsibilities was to organize an exhibition of artists of the quoteunquote ‘Western Reserve,’ and the juror that year was Fairfield Porter, a great, great painter.”

Donadio went on to Columbia University where, she noted, “I received my MA in one year and my PhD in 30.” The Donadios had two children, Rachel and David, and for many years “I would wake up at 5 a.m. to work on my thesis before anyone else in the house got up. Then I would come to work and do my job here.”

Her doctoral dissertation on the American sculptor Richard Stankiewicz led to an exhibition of his work curated by Donadio at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Massachusetts. That show later (See Donadio, Page 21)

Havurah plans recipe book, foodie ‘fun(d)rive’ MIDDLEBURY — Havurah House, the home of the Jewish community in Addison County, will transform into a lovely, sparkling venue with music, wine and delicious food on Saturday, April 28.

This event — the group’s spring “fun(d)rive,” dubbed “Taste the Tradition” — will provide us with an opportunity to socialize, visit with old friends, make new ones, and just get to know each other better, all while donating to an important cause. Importantly, this year will raise money for Havurah’s capital campaign. That will provide longneeded upgrades to the roof, interior spaces and some of the rest of the Havurah House building at 56 N. Pleasant St. in Middlebury.

“We’ve designed this year’s fun(d)raiser to celebrate our family traditions — in particular, those beloved recipes that have perhaps been handed down to us over the generations by favorite relatives,” said Sarit Katzew, Havurah Program & Outreach Coordinator, in a press release. “For some of us, these recipes may have come from our own research, as we try to recapture treasured family dishes for which we never got the recipes. Or feel free to share your own family’s current favorite recipes.”

Anyone who comes is invited (but not required) to bring such a dish, along with its recipe and, if possible,

the story behind it (even, perhaps, a photo of Bubbe or Aunt Esther?).

Havurah plans to compile these recipes and stories into a cookbook, which we will publish and sold after the event.

“Even if you don’t bring a dish or cannot attend we still encourage you to share your recipes with us,” Katzew said.

One need not need to be a member of Havurah to attend.

Havurah also lined up some raffle prizes including a dinner for two at a variety of downtown restaurants, a basket of local products (wine, cheese, etc.), a spa basket (massages, soaps etc.), local gift certificates and more. Raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each, and one can enter the ticket in the drawing for the item they are most interested in.

Finally, although this is an evening event for adults, for those families with children, Havurah also scheduled child-friendly programming and a movie screening at Havurah House, all in an effort to make it as easy for you as possible.

Cost for admission to the fundraiser is $10 per child (ages 6-13), which gets them fed and entertained, and $25 per person ages 14 and up. Those who bring a dish and recipe will get a free raffle ticket with admission.

RSVP by April 23 via email to hheddirector@gmail.com.

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Donadio (Continued from Page 20) traveled to New York, Austin, Texas, and Basel, Switzerland, she said.

Richard Saunders estimates that he and Donadio worked together on about 200 exhibitions, and, aside from “13 Alumni Artists,” two of Donadio’s most memorable endeavors were “What Became of Peter’s Dream” in 2003, which she researched in St. Petersburg, Russia, with Anne Odom; and “Screened and Selected I and II” in 2006 and 2013, two exhibitions inspired by college alum Marianne Boesky of works acquired by Middlebury between 1999 and 2011.

She lists her years as co-head of Atwater Commons among her more notable Middlebury experiences.

She also cherishes the time she spent studying Hebrew with the late Professor Eve Adler and reflects fondly on her work with the Committee on Art in Public Places, with which she delighted in rubbing elbows with fascinating artists like sculptor Patrick Dougherty.

But more often than not, Donadio’s memories circle back to her students.

“I am not going to start mentioning names now because I know I will forget some people, like all of the phenomenal interns we have had the last three summers doing MuseumWorks,” she said.

While her decision to retire wasn’t announced long in advance, Donadio says, “It wasn’t a sudden decision.

The time just seemed right.”

And while her husband has no plans to step down from teaching, Emmie Donadio is considering some freelance curating and writing in the future.

“I am leaving Middlebury College with great anticipation, pride and a little trepidation, too.”

Kitchen studies

LINCOLN FIFTHGRADER Greyson Dennison, left, and Starksboro fourth-grader Mollie Schoendorf mix up some dough for a whole-grain loaf during a bread-making demonstration and lesson by King Arthur Flour’s Amy Driscoll at Lincoln Community School late last month. The Lincoln 4th-, 5th- and 6th graders were joined at the demonstration by 4th-graders from Starksboro’s Robinson Elementary School.

See more photos on Page 23.

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Wednesday, April 11 4:30 a.m. Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence 6 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 7:17 a.m. Community Bulletin Board 7:30 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 9 a.m. Vote for Vermont 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 4 p.m. Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence 5:30 p.m. Legislative Breakfast (Ag Luncheon) 7 p.m. Development Review Board 11 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board Thursday, April 12 5:30 a.m. Development Review Board 8 a.m. Congregational Church Services 9:30 a.m. Eckankar 10 a.m. Legislative Breakfast (Ag Luncheon) 12 p.m. Selectboard, Panel Discussion: Human Trafficking 6 p.m. Selectboard 8 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 9:30 p.m. Vote for Vermont 10:30 p.m. Energy Week 11:30 p.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program

Friday, April 13 5 a.m. Panel Discussion: Human Trafficking 7:30 a.m. Development Review Board 9:30 a.m. Lifelines 10 a.m. Selectboard 12 noon Legislative Breakfast (Ag Luncheon) 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 5:30 p.m. Eckankar 6 p.m. Bulletin Board, Public Affairs 8 p.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program Saturday, April 14 6 a.m. Development Review Board 8:30 a.m. Legislative Breakfast (Ag Luncheon) 9:47 a.m. Community Bulletin Board 10 a.m. Selectboard 12 p.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 5:30 p.m. Energy Week 7 p.m. Catholic Mass 7:30 p.m. Lifelines 8 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board Sunday, April 15 12:10 a.m. Vermont State House 5 a.m. Fish and Wildlife Board Meeting 9 a.m. Catholic Mass 11 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 12:30 p.m. Selectboard 2:20 p.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program 4 p.m. Congregational Church Services 5:30 p.m. Eckankar 6 p.m. Bulletin Board, Public Affairs 7 p.m. Catholic Mass 7:30 p.m. Development Review Board, Public Affairs Monday, April 16 5 a.m. Energy Week 6 a.m. Vote for Vermont

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.

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MCTV Channel 16 Tuesday, April 10 5 a.m. First Wednesday 7:45 a.m. Bees, Birds, Butterflies 9 a.m. Gardening in Vermont 4 p.m. The Story Matters 4:30 p.m. Stories by the Fire 5:10 p.m. First Wednesday 9 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting Wednesday, April 11 5 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange (VMX) 10 a.m. The Story Matters 11 a.m. Red Scare in the Green Mountains 12 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting 4 p.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program 6 p.m. First Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Music Program from VMX 10:30 p.m. Red Scare in the Green Mountains 11:30 p.m. VT State Board of Education Thursday, April 12 5:20 a.m. Stories by fire 6 a.m. Music Program from VMX 7 a.m. Vermont State Board of Education 2:45 p.m. ACSD Board Meeting 5 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 6 p.m. Hannaford Career Center 8 p.m. Gardening in Vermont 10 p.m. First Wednesday Friday, April 13

5 a.m. Gardening in Vermont 8 a.m. Panel Discussion: Human Trafficking 10 a.m. ACSD & HCC School Board Meetings 4 p.m. First Wednesday 6 p.m. Music Program from VMX 8 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 9 p.m. The Story Matters 9:30 p.m. Stories by the Fire 10:20 p.m. First Wednesday, VMX Saturday, April 14 5 a.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program 7 a.m. All Things LGBTQ 8 a.m. Supporting Native Pollinators (1:47) 10 a.m. Bees, Birds, Butterflies 11:15 a.m. HCC & ACSD School Board Meetings 3 p.m. The Story Matters 3:30 p.m. First Wednesday, VMX 8 p.m. Addiction Help VT 9 p.m. Gardening in Vermont Sunday, April 15 6 a.m. All Things LGBTQ 7 a.m. The Story Matters 7:30 a.m. School Board Meetings 12 p.m. Bees, Birds, Butterflies 2 p.m. First Wednesday 4 p.m. Supporting Native Pollinators 6 p.m. Vermont’s Current Use Program 8 p.m. HCC & ACSD School Board Meetings Monday, April 16 5 a.m. First Wednesday 6:30 a.m. ACSD & HCC Board Meetings 10 a.m. Music Program from VMX 12 p.m. Vermont State Board of Education 7 p.m. All Things LGBTQ 8 p.m. Supporting Native Pollinators 10 p.m. Panel Discussion: Human Trafficking

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BRISTOL — Addison Northeast Supervisory Union is looking for help from the public in nominating and recognizing deserving individuals for this year’s annual Education Recognition and Patricia Pierce Excellence in Teaching Award Night.

The award night will be held Tuesday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m. at the Mount Abraham Union High School auditorium.

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The Patricia Consider worthy Any teacher, Cummings Pierce candidates for Excellence In this honor and PreK-12, employed Teaching Award is complete the within Addison given in memory nomination Northeast schools of longtime Bristol form available is eligible to be Elementary from the superteacher Pat visory union nominated for this Pierce. It was office and online special award. initiated in 1994 at anesu.org. to be given annuThis award ally to a teacher is given with from the 5-town school district. This the support of the Tari Shattuck award recognizes the exceptional Education Foundation. characteristics of Pierce’s life — her On May 15 ANESU will also deep commitment to children and distribute Education Recognition her profession, as well as her great Awards. These awards are given enthusiasm for learning and life. to individuals whose efforts have

supported students or who have made a special contribution to education during this school year.

The public is invited to nominate individuals from any area of the community including school custodians, educational assistants, food service staff, tutors, coaches, teachers, counselors, nurses, bus drivers, administrators, board members, secretaries, parents, volunteers, mentors, business owners, members of community organizations — anyone in the 5-town local communities who has promoted excellence in education and in any way contributed to the success of students in our schools.

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The menu includes plain and blueberry pancakes, French toast, pure Vermont maple syrup, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries plus coffee, tea and juice.

The charge is $10 for eaters age 12 and older, $5 for children ages 5-11 years, and under 6 is free.

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LINCOLN — The Ladies Aid Industria in Lincoln will hold its annual rummage sale at Burnham Hall in Lincoln on the first weekend in May. The public is invited to bring clean clothing and household items for the rummage sale to Burnham Hall from 1-7 p.m. on May 2. No electronics or bike helmets, please.

The sale will be held in the same space on Friday, May 4, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., and on Saturday, May 5, 8 a.m.-noon. On Saturday goods will be sold for $2 per bag.

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MONKTON — The East Monkton Cemetery Association is interested in talking to family members that have loved ones buried in the Morgan Cemetery in East Monkton on the corner intersection of Church Road and Mountain Road. If you have a family member buried there, please contact Jackie Fefee at 453-2316 by May 1.

The association appreciates your help!

Willowell Foundation, which has the property on Bristol/Monkton Road, is having their 2018 Summer Camp starting in June and continuing through part of August. The different camp activities are for ages 4 through 14. Summer Camp is a great way for your child to stay busy while also learning. For a list of activities, dates, and age groups and if you are interested in available openings go to info@willowell.org.

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STUDENTS IN GRADES 4-6 from Lincoln Community School and 4th graders from Robinson Elementary School of Starksboro attended the free King Arthur Bake for Good program presented by Amy Driscoll at the Lincoln school on Wednesday, March 28.

Students learned how math and science tie into bread baking and every student walked away with a free tote bag full of ingredients from King Arthur to bake two loaves of bread at home: one loaf they keep for their families, and the other loaf they bring back to school and it will be donated to Have a Heart Food Pantry and the Starksboro Food Pantry.

Above, LCS students on Monday were excited to show off the bread they baked. Below, the students learned how to make whole grain basic loaf and braided loaf. Driscoll also showed how to make garlic knots, cinnamon buns, pizza and a pretzel.

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PETS IN NEED HOMEWARD BOUND

Addison County’s Humane Society Debbie. 7 years, Black Lab mix, spayed female. Sweet, middle-aged pup seeking an experienced dog companion who enjoys long walks in the woods, sunset car rides, and snuggles on the couch. Debbie is an incredibly smart, assertive dog who knows several commands and loves to learn, especially if she can trade tricks for treats! She needs a human companion who will provide her with firm guidance, plenty of mental and physical exercise, and who doesn’t mind a four-legged shadow. Debbie gets along with cats, but needs to go to a home where there aren’t children or other dogs. Debbie is currently staying with her guardian while we help her find a new home. For more information or to arrange a visit with Debbie, please contact her guardian Judi by phone at 802-728-4567.

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Bill. 2 years, American Pit Bull Terrier, neutered male. Are you looking for a handsome, energetic, mushy companion? Then Bill might just be your guy! Bill is super sweet and affectionate, full of energy, and does well with other dogs, cats, and older kids. He is a pup who needs firm guidance but a light hand, and ample opportunities to exercise his mind as well as his body; with Bill’s energy level and tendency to jump in greeting we feel he would benefit from some manner training. Bill is a happy-go-lucky social young dog who would fit in wonderfully in an active home. In order to make the best match possible, we require that Bill go to a home without children under 13 years old.

Percy. 2 years, Bulldog mix, neutered male.

Percy is a very friendly, happy dog who loves walks and playtime! He is calm, easygoing and super clean in his kennel. Percy is strong but does great on a leash and is really easy to lead. He has great interest in the people and environment in which he is placed- he likes to greet people, then go and check his surroundings, before heading back to say “hi” to anyone visiting. In order to make the best match possible, we require that Percy go to a home without children under 13 years old, cats, and with experienced dog owners.

Cuna. 8 years, longhaired black, spayed female. Cuna is a very sweet gal who likes to receive pets. She is an introvert at heart and would appreciate a cat condo or some sort of hidey-hole to retreat to when she wants time to herself. Cuna is playful, treat motivated, and loves to have her head scratched. She really likes to spend time with her adoptable friends Henry and Dash, and we think she would prefer to be in a home with another laid-back cat.

Cuna will flourish in a home with people who will provide her with the time, attention and patience she needs to settle in to her new surroundings.

Jinx. 3 years, shorthair buff tiger, neutered male. Jinx is a shy fellow who was described by his previous guardians as very active, friendly, and talkative. They said Jinx likes to chase and play with a variety of toys and was very interested in any bug he came across.

Here at the shelter, Jinx has needed to take his time to warm up to his new surroundings.

Although he had never been around other animals before coming to Homeward Bound, he is in a community room and is doing very well with the other cats. In fact, we think he may really enjoy the company of other felines in a new home. Now that he is feeling more comfortable, Jinx is becoming more interested in the people who come to visit his community room and will come out from his cat bed to sniff and say “hi”. Although he may take a while to warm up to a new home, we think if he is given the chance, he will make a wonderful companion for the right person or family.

Snapple. 1 years, American rabbit, spayed female. Snapple is a gorgeous and independent bunny who LOVES her veggies! She does not mind being picked up and held but she will definitely benefit from more handling. She can also be protective of her space and should go to a home with experienced rabbit owners.

Snapple is an inside only pet who would like a home where she can get plenty of exercise time outside of her cage.

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position on the team. Now retired, he still enjoys playing in the snow and pulling our daughter (Frankie, 3) on her sled. Lava is our second Denali dog; before him we had his dad, Tonzona.

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Kids’ camp teaches pet care tips MIDDLEBURY — Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society, has launched registration for Camp Whiskers & Wags, a humane education summer camp has been offered to youth in our region. The camp is being held for two one-weeks sessions: August 6-10 for ages seven and eight and August 13-17 for ages nine and ten.

Each week is limited to 20 campers.

The camp is designed to foster respect, compassion, and kindness towards all living things. Campers will have the opportunity to

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participate in the care of our animals and their socialization, learn about important animal welfare topics, and meet a variety of animal care professionals who participate as guest speakers. The camp’s aim is to teach children how to live humanely, responsibly, and safely with animal companions. “If this carries over to the way they interact with others, then we will have more than accomplished our mission for camp,” says Homeward Bound Executive Director Jessica Danyow.

All Camp activities will take

place on the shelter grounds at 236 Boardman Street in Middlebury.

The program will run from 9:00am to 3:00pm with aftercare available.

Camp tuition is $215 per week. A limited number of full scholarships are available to local youth who are interested in attending and have a need for financial assistance. To be considered for a camp scholarship, proof of free/reduced lunch eligibility is required. Camp applications are downloadable from the shelter’s homepage at homewardboundanimals.org or by calling 802-388-1100.

If you’d like to include your pet as “Pet of the Week” simply include your pet’s name, gender, approximate age (if you know it), along with comments about the pet’s favorite activities, your favorite activity with the pet, what the pet enjoys eating, and any particular stories or incidents you might like to share concerning your pet.

Send the photo and story to the Addison Independent, Pet Page, 58 Maple St., Middlebury, Vt., 05753, or email a high-resolution jpeg to news@addisonindependent.com.

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Pet Pages Take time to check your home for poisons

BY M. KATHLEEN SHAW, DVM March 18-24 is Animal Poison Prevention Week, and veterinarians are spreading the word about some common poisons for our animals large and small (including exotic animals). While many of us believe our homes are safe from toxins that animals would ingest, you might be surprised at what can cause serious illness.

Garden products such as fertilizers, herbicides, and fungicides are highly poisonous to our animals. Certain plants, both indoor and outdoor can be dangerous too. Take an inventory of your indoor and landscaping plants and go to the ASPCA Poison Control website (see below) to make sure they are not toxic to your animals.

This includes in and around pastures, where horses and livestock can reach over and sample them.

Japanese Yews, commonly used in landscaping, is extremely poisonous, resulting in rapid cardiac arrest and death if consumed.

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flowers and plants may contain lilies, which are highly toxic to cats in particular. Just sniffing the pollen or chewing on a leaf can cause kidney failure and death if not treated promptly.

It’s not surprising that the products formulated to kill pests can be toxic to our domestic animals. Rodenticides (rat and mouse poison) and insecticides are highly toxic to dogs and cats and can lead to death if not detected early. Always read the label and follow the instructions. If your pet gets into rat poison or an insecticide, have the package or bottle with you when you call and take your pet to the vet. There are many types of these poisons, and knowing the active ingredients in what your pet ate will help your veterinarian determine what treatment can save your pet. Large animal owners should follow label precautions carefully when using insecticides around the animals and in pastures.

Many foods that people love are highly toxic to pets. The ASPCA Poison Control Center receives on average 39 calls per day of dogs who have ingested

chocolate. Brownies, candy bars, and especially dark chocolate are highly toxic to dogs. Healthy foods for people such as onions, garlic, grapes, and raisins can cause serious trouble in pets. Veterinarians are seeing more pets who become seriously ill from eating food or gum containing Xylitol, an artificial sweetener. Xylitol is used to sweeten certain brands of peanut butter: pet owners can unwittingly poison their dogs while trying to give medication hidden in it so check the label.

The top three poisons reported by Poison Control for small animals include veterinary products, overthe-counter human medications, and human prescription medications.

We’ve all had the joy of trying to get a dog or cat to accept its pill: it often turns into a circus. In response, many veterinary joint supplements, pain medications, and medication for urinary incontinence are now flavored for ease of administration.

The problem lies with the fact that these new flavored pills taste so good the dog wants to eat the entire bottle, leading to serious illness. Ibuprofen remains the number one over the counter pill ingested by dogs and human prescription medications of all types can cause illness in our pets.

Common sense precautions can prevent poisoning of our pets. Keep all human and animal medications in a

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cupboard up high and out of reach of pets. Simply pushing them back on the kitchen or bathroom counter is not good enough. You may think your pet can’t or won’t get up on the counters, but it happens all the time.

Store garden products in a shed away from pets. Read the labels and follow precautions on insecticides, fertilizers, and rodenticides.

Do your research on the plants you already have and before purchasing any new ones to make sure they are not toxic to your animals. If you think your pet got into something potentially toxic, call your veterinarian or Poison Control right away.

Some poisons, don’t show signs for several days, but prompt treatment before the signs appear may save your animal’s life.

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, at aspca.org/pet-care/ animal-poison-control or 888-4264435, is your best resource for animal poison-related emergencies 24/7.

Last year they helped pet owners with over 180,000 cases. On their website you can learn about poisonous plants (by name or picture), people foods to avoid, household products, and you can even download a mobile app for Poison Control. Keep the phone number handy, along with your veterinarian’s, in case you ever need it.

M. Kathleen Shaw, DVM, is a member of The Vermont Veterinary Medical Association (VVMA).

Founded in 1898, it is a professional organization of 375 veterinarians dedicated to compassionate animal care and quality medicine

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Discussion Meeting, Bran‑ don, St. Thomas Episco‑ pal Church, Rte 7 South, 7:30‑8:30am.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS, 3 TUESDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Daily Reflec‑ tion Meeting, Vergennes, Congregational Church, Water St. 7‑8pm. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 7:30‑8:30pm. Spiritual Awakening Meeting, Middle‑ bury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30am.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS, 5 THURSDAY. 12 Steps and Traditions Meeting, Ripton, Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd. 7:15‑8:15am.

Big Book Meeting, Middle‑ bury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm.

Alternating Format Meeting, Ferrisburgh, Assembly of God Christian Center. Route 7, 7‑8pm. Speaker Meeting, Middlebury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30pm.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS, 7 SATURDAY. Dis‑ cussion Meeting, Middlebury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am.

Discussion Meeting, Middle‑ bury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 10‑11am. Be‑ ginner’s Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 6:30‑7:30pm.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS, 4 WEDNESDAY. Big Book Meeting, Middle‑ b u r y, U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t Church, North Pleasant St. 7:15‑8:15am. Discus‑ sion Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. 12 Step Meeting, Brandon, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South, 7‑8pm. 12 Step Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 7‑8pm.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS, 6 FRIDAY. Spiritual Awakening Meeting, Middle‑ bury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30am. Discussion Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Big Book Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 6‑7pm. Dis‑ cussion Meeting, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 8‑9pm.

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

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

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

7:30‑8:30 PM Friday eve‑ nings.

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A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ M O U S , 1 S U N D AY. 1 2 Step Meeting, Middlebury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am.

Came to Believe Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr, 54 Creek Rd. 1‑2pm. Discussion Meet‑ ing, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 4‑5pm. Women’s Meeting, North Ferrisburgh, United Methodist Church, Old Hollow Rd. 6‑7pm. 12 Step Meeting, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 7‑8pm. AA 24‑Hour Hotline 802‑388‑9284, www. aavt.org .

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Do you know about Addison County Readers?

Addison County Readers, Inc. is a local non-profit organization whose mission is to foster a love of reading and learning for Addison County children, birth to five years of age. They provide access for each child to a free book mailed directly to their homes each month. As one parent describes, “This program has been a precious gift to my daughter. It is a monthly miracle in our mailbox!”

• ACR is the local sponsor of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a national program begun by Dolly Parton to promote the love of books and literacy in young children • Annual cost of the books and postage is $30 per child, paid for entirely by ACR • Over 1,100 children are currently enrolled, more than 70% of all eligible Addison County preschoolers • In collaboration with Porter Hospital Birthing Center, a gift bag containing a welcome letter, books and an enrollment brochure are given to the families of each newborn child • ACR is 100% staffed and supported with volunteers

NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. OPIATE OVERDOSE RES‑ CUE KITS are distributed on Wednesdays from 9 am until 12 pm at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury, VT. A short training is required.

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

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

Interested in learning more about how you can become involved in ACR? Please contact RSVP of Addison County at 388-7044 or rsvpaddison@ volunteersinvt.org.

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OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS (OA) Monday’s at 5:30pm. Located at the Bris‑ tol Federated Church in the conference room, 37 North St., Bristol. Enter the church from Church St.

802 FENCE IS hiring. We are looking for seasonal fence installers; experience a plus but willing to train.

Solid, competitive wages.

Must have a valid driver’s license/CDL a plus. Heavy equipment operation a plus.

Solid work ethic. Consent to background check. Please call 1‑802‑897‑5658 for more information.

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.

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

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

PAINTING SEASON IS here.

Wet paint interior and exterior quality painting. 30 years experience. References and insured. 802‑458‑2402.

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ADDISON COUNTY COMMUNITY Trust is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Technician for our afford‑ able residential properties in Middlebury and Vergennes.

Individual must be able to perform maintenance & re‑ pair work, respond at odd hours, work within budgets & time constraints & maintain records. High School and minimum 3 years related experience, reliable trans‑ portation & insurance, valid driver’s license, clean driv‑ ing record, your own hand tools & ability to move appli‑ ances & lift up to 100Ibs up or down stairs. For details visit addisontrust.org/ news‑events/mainte‑ nance‑tech‑opening. Cover letter and resume to: PO Box 156, Vergennes, VT 05491 or jobs@addisontrust.org. EOE. DENTAL OFFICE SEEKING per diem hygienist in Vergennes to fill in pe‑ riodically. Please email your CV and availability to drcongalton@yahoo.com .

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING; interior/exterior, residential/ commercial, pressure wash‑ ing. 20 years’ experience.

Best prices. References.

802‑989‑5803.

VALLEY HANDYMAN SERVICE: electrical, plumbing, carpentry. Resolve projects and that honey‑to‑do list to‑ day. Property management upon re qu est. Mo wing, landscaping, snow removal.

Quality workmanship and references. 802‑458‑2402.

Free FREE; LARGE AMOUNT of pressure treated lumber currently in a structure. Must take all, week of April 23. Call for details. 802‑545‑2348.

Opportunities STOREFRONT LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. In the heart of downtown Mid‑ dlebury. Approved for seating for 24. Plenty of parking, lots of possibilities. Available September 1. Text only to 802‑373‑6456.

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Mary Johnson Children’s Center MIDDLEBURY SUMMER School Age Needs motivated, energetic rec assistants for our 7-week summer program, held at the Mary Hogan Elementary School for up to 40 hours weekly, June 21-August 10.

Must be 18, and pass background records check. Spend time as a member of a great team, working with 5-12 year-olds.

Competitive rates of pay and paid training are offered. References required. Please respond by April 13th.

Contact: Anne Gleason MARY JOHNSON CHILDREN’S CENTER 81 Water Street; Middlebury, VT 05753 or e-mail schoolage@mjccvt.org

TOWN OF MONKTON HIGHWAY ROAD FOREMAN The Town of Monkton is seeking qualified applicants for Highway Department Road Foreman. This position is to serve as the working supervisor of the Highway Crew and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Highway Department. Experience in highway maintenance and repair, mechanical ability, record keeping and communication skills required. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, requiring a flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays, as well as overtime.

Must have CDL, pass of a drug test, and be dependable and willing to be on call during winter hours and live within 15 minutes of the Town Garage. Full job description is available at Town Hall or online at monktonvt.com/road-foreman.

For more information or to submit a resume please contact Sharon Gomez, Town Clerk at 802-453-3800, email TownClerk@monktonvt.com or mail P.O. Box 12 Monkton, VT. 05469-0012

PT/NIGHTS & WEEKENDS We are seeking people with winning personalities and great attitudes to join our team.

Part-time positions available with flexible scheduling.

Must be willing to work nights & weekends.

Part-time Cashiers & Deli Employees needed.

Apply in person or pick up an application at: Maplefields –– Shoreham Service Center

Corner of Routes 22A and 74 • Shoreham, VT EOE

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ADDISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Vacancies

Addison Central School District is seeking a full time Administrative Assistant at Cornwall Elementary beginning May 14, 2018. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills and a sincere enjoyment of helping others and working as part of a team.

Qualifications include the ability to be positive, organized, communicate effectively, reflective, multitask, and maintain discretion and confidentiality. The administrative assistant will facilitate written communication, coordinate multiple calendars, produce reports, ensure the smooth operation of the school, maintain student records and accounts, maintain budgets and student activity funds, and work in partnership with the Principal to accomplish short and long term goals. The administrative assistant will also act as the first aid designee when the nurse is not in the building. The ideal candidate will be familiar with using Google Drive, Excel/Sheets, accounting, PowerSchool, and Infinite Visions accounting software.

Pay commensurate with experience. Full benefits package including medical, dental, life, LTD, paid holidays, sick, personal and vacation time.

Apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, three current reference letters, and complete transcripts via School Spring. If you would like to mail a hard copy, send to: Peter Burrows, Superintendent Addison Central School District 49 Charles Avenue Middlebury,VT 05753 Applications will be accepted until position has been filled with consideration given to applications received by April 23, 2018.

E.O.E. Addison Central School District is seeking a full time Administrative Assistant at Weybridge Elementary to begin July 1, 2018. The successful candidate must be kind and unflappable, organized, flexible, and willing to do whatever needs to get done when it arises. S/he must have strong communication skills (verbal and written) and be able to work independently and collaboratively. S/he must have solid computer skills and be confident to learn new systems. The position requires strict adherence to confidentiality of educational records.

Apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, three current reference letters, complete transcripts and evidence of licensure via School Spring. If you would like to mail a hard copy, send to: Peter Burrows, Superintendent Addison Central School District 49 Charles Avenue Middlebury,VT 05753 Applications will be accepted until position has been filled with consideration given to applications received by March 12, 2018.

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Help Wanted FULL TIME COOK 40 hr position. Pay based on ex‑ perience. Benefits pack‑ age, health, life, dental, vi‑ sion, 401k, paid vacations.

Applicant must pass drug and background check. In‑ terested applicants should send their resumes to: ma1104@metxcorp.com.

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OP‑ ERATORS, Excavator and Loader. Excellent pay with benefits. Start Immediately in the Burlington area. Court‑ land Construction Corpora‑ tion, EOE, 802‑503‑4565.

GREEN MOUNTAIN ELEC‑ TRIC Supply is looking for a full‑time driver in our Middle‑ bury, VT store. Individual needs to have a current li‑ cense, a clean driving record, able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and be self moti‑ vated. Please apply online at: gmes.com/careers.

K.A. BAGLEY INC. is hiring for lawn care/landscaping.

Need to be honest, reliable, valid driver’s license. Call 352‑9088 to apply.

HEAVY CONSTRUCTIONS LABORERS & Pipelayers.

Excellent pay with benefits.

Start Immediately in the Burlington Area. Courtland Construction Corporation, EOE, 802‑503‑4565.

ORGANIC GREENHOUSE‑ full‑time job. Starting now in Charlotte. Harvesting and delivering. Email resume to: misktome@gmavt.net.

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Mary Johnson Children’s Center Positions Available Immediately INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANTS New Haven, Monkton, Middlebury Up to 15 hours weekly; afternoons for the remainder of school year, one at each location (summer positions possible, if interested).

Work to support an individual child in maintaining. social/ emotional/behavioral goals in afterschool program.

Candidates must meet education and experience requirements, and pass background records check.

Competitive rates of pay and paid training are offered. Three references are required. Please respond by April 13th.

Contact: Anne Gleason MARY JOHNSON CHILDREN’S CENTER 81 Water Street; Middlebury, VT 05753 or e-mail schoolage@mjccvt.org

P.O. Box 156 • Vergennes, VT 05491 MIDDLEBURY, VT 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT Income Limits Apply. All basic utilities included except electricity.

Modern apartment, carpet/tile/hardwood floors, laundry facility and elevator onsite. Covered parking garage. Includes trash, recycling, lawn care, snow removal, professional management and 24-hour emergency maintenance. References required.

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

EXECUTIVE CO-DIRECTOR The Addison County Parent/Child Center (ACPCC) is seeking a new CoDirector to lead this well-known and highly respected non-profit 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 April 30, 2018, sent by regular mail to: ACPCC Search Committee, P.O. Box 646 Middlebury, VT 05753 or by email to: dbailey@addisoncountypcc.org

Monument Farms

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Full-time Delivery Driver CDL-Clean Record Apply in person: 2107 James Road • Weybridge, VT 802.545.2119

Help Wanted THE LARGEST, FAMILY owned, Commercial Cleaning Company in Addison County is continuing to grow. We are looking to hire independent, self motivated and reliable individuals who are able to work nights. All applicants must pass a background check. Applications are avail‑ able online at mrmikesclean‑ ingservicevt.com or in person at Mr. Mike’s Cleaning Ser‑ vice, Monday‑Friday from 9am‑3pm. $1,500 Sign on Bonus to eligible individuals.

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

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POSITION OPEN FOR gen‑ eral farm work. Focus on crops, machinery and young dairy calves. Experience and references required. 6 day work week. Salary reflec‑ tive of performance. Call 802‑349‑8520.

ADDISON COUNTY COM‑ MUNITY Trust (ACCT), a nonprofit committed to pro‑ viding quality affordable housing, is seeking a full‑time Property Management As‑ sistant in Vergennes. This ar‑ ticulate self‑starter provides support to the property man‑ agement team, processing applications, managing the wait‑list, and documenting requests for work orders.

The Assistant generates a variety of mailings and assists in the resolution of resident issues in order to provide a high‑quality living experience. The ideal candi‑ date will be self‑motivated, flexible, team‑oriented and provide excellent customer service. 1‑3 years of admin‑ istrative experience required; associates degree preferred.

Excellent benefits. Send cover letter and resume to jobs@addisontrust.org by 4/15. EOE. BOOKKEEPER (VER‑ GENNES, VT): Immediate opening for full‑time book‑ keeper in support of Addison County Community Trust’s (ACCT’s) mission of pro‑ viding affordable housing.

Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining financial re‑ cords of the organization and affiliated housing entities.

Proven bookkeeping experi‑ ence required; Associate’s Degree or higher preferred.

Must have a strong sense of teamwork with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team; flexibility and good judgment; ambition to develop new skills and be highly organized. EOE. Respond with resume and cover letter by 4/15/18 to jobs@addisontrust.org.

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LATHROP FOREST PROD‑ UCTS is looking for truck drivers. Steady work. Home every night. Work outdoors, join a fun fast paced crew.

Must meet all requirements.

1. CDL drivers license Tractor Trailers/ Log Truck. 2. Willing to learn can take direction.

Able to lift 75 lbs. Ability to chain up truck tires, strap up load. 3. Clean driving record.

4. Good sense of humor.

Please contact our office at (802)453‑3606. 44 South St., Bristol, VT 05443‑1231.

SEEKING AUTO TECH for general service work, tire work, brakes and suspen‑ sion. Candidate must be re‑ sponsible and work well with others. Requires a clean driv‑ ing record and Vermont state inspection license or able to obtain an inspection license and own basic tools. Interest‑ ed candidates should contact Randy at Randy’s Middlebury Service Center by phone at 802‑388‑2067 or via email to Randys.rf@gmail.com be sure to inculde your name and phone number.

WHISTLEPIG CURRENTLY HIRING FOR full time bottler.

Eye for detail and accuracy.

Flexible duties and hours Monday‑Friday. Be able to stand on feet for 8 hours a day with unassisted lifting of 25 pounds. Please send resume and 3 professional references to info@whistlepi‑ grye.com.

For Sale DEBBIE MEYER’S GREEN BOXES, food storage con‑ tainers. Never used. 20 containers with lids. $20.

802‑382‑9105.

THE BARREL MAN; plastic and metal barrels, 275 gallon food‑grade totes. 55 gallon plastic food‑grade barrels with spin‑on covers. Great for rain barrels. A barrel for every need. 802‑453‑4235.

U S E D R E S TA U R A N T EQUIPMENT plus chairs, tables and hood systems.

802‑388‑4831.

For Rent 1,800 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE commercial space. As is or renovate to suit. Creek Road, Middlebury. 802‑558‑6092.

B R I A R W O O D A PA R T‑ MENTS is currently accept‑ ing applications for 2 BR apartments in Middlebury.

All income/assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent. NS/NP, onsite laun‑ dry. Call 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website www.summitpmg.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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CHARMING STUDIO APARTMENT in the heart of downtown Middlebury.

Tile bath and kitchen. Avail‑ able immediately. Baba, 802‑388‑6456.

MIDDLEBURY 1, 2 AND 3 BR apartments available.

All inclusive except inter‑ net/TV. $1250. ‑ $1800. Call 802‑388‑4831.

NEW HAVEN, VERMONT ‑ spacious 2nd floor, one‑bed‑ room apartment located on 12 private acres on the New Haven River. Includes bed‑ room, small office, living room, dining space, kitchen and full bath. Building is sep‑ arate from main house. Small pond on property. Includes heat and electricity – shared laundry. Private driveway.

Located only 5 minutes north of downtown Middlebury.

Available May 15th. Can show after April 8th. Call‑ for appointment and details – 2 days’ notice for show‑ ing, please. Photos avail‑ able. Monthly rental: $1095 Deposit $1095. No pets, please. No smoking. Call 802‑388‑0504 for appoint‑ ment and details or email: percival@madriver.com.

C O R N WA L L ‑ H O U S E SHARE one or two bed‑ rooms available. $600/one bedroom. Fully furnished house with privacy on 30 acres. No smoking. Requires lease, references and securi‑ ty deposit. Expenses shared.

203‑291‑9935.

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.

EXECUTIVE 1 BEDROOM APT with office (not a bed‑ room) in Brandon. Beautiful location, close to town. All brand new. Complete with all appliances: stove, refrigera‑ tor, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer; energy star rated. Long term lease.

No smoking and no pets on property. $850/mo. plus utilities. Credit check, refer‑ ences and deposit required.

802‑352‑6678.

F O R R E N T: B R I D ‑ P O R T, C o m m e r c i a l / retail office. 1,200 Sq. Ft. High traffic visibility. tbrought@middlebury.edu.

MIDDLEBURY 1 BEDROOM apartment. Close to college. $800/month plus deposit.

Some utilities included.

388‑0401.

For Rent

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

M I D D L E B U RY O F F I C E SPACE for rent. 400 sq.ft., second floor. Available Janu‑ ary 1, 2018. Contact Eric at 802‑388‑6054.

MIDDLEBURY: IN TOWN 2 bedroom ground floor apartment with porch near Marble Works. Includes heat, off‑street parking, large lawn/ garden space, storage, plow‑ ing and lawn maintenance.

No pets or smoking, requires lease, references and se‑ curity deposit. $900/month.

Available May 1. Call or text 802‑355‑4164 for more in‑ formation.

MIDDLEBURY: RETAIL/ OFFICE space for rent.

1,303 square feet. Front door parking. Contact Eric at 388‑6054. (Countryside Carpet and Paint) NEW HAVEN, SUNNY, ef‑ ficient apartment. Views, hard wood floors. No pets, no smoking. References. $925/month plus utilities.

802‑236‑2040.

PROCTOR, VT: $850 per month, 2 bedroom townhouse duplex, washer/dryer hook‑ ups. Parking, snow and trash removal included. Available early to mid April. Call Kathy 855‑1570 or Tony 855‑1531.

For Rent

Newly Constructed Loft, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Middlebury Historic Building | Air Conditioning European Appliances, Quartz Countertops & Washer/Dryer Off-Street Parking | Pet friendly Walk to Middlebury College campus Short term leases available Contact: Christine Golden, Nedde Real Estate 802-373-5893 • battellllc@gmail.com www.BattellBlock.com

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SIMPLY READY‑2‑BURN™ Everyday low prices; free delivery ‑ free kindling; sea‑ soned, clean, split, mixed hardwood. Small orders OK. Click www.MIDDMEN.com or call 1‑855‑MIDDMEN™.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE. The building season is upon us. If you’re considering a new home you should look at our two remaining lots on East Middlebury’s Daisy Lane. This is an established residential development with town water, nearby tennis courts, playground and only minutes away from the Snow Bowl and Lake Dunmore.

Call Jack at 388‑2502 or 388‑7350.

2ND CUT HAYLAGE for sale.

Call Singing Brook Farm at 758‑2445.

SHOREHAM 2‑BEDROOM, 2nd floor apartment. 920 Square feet. Pine floors.

Eat‑in kitchen. Huge living room. Propane heat & stove; electric hot water. Walk‑ ing distance to elementary school. 20 minute ride to Middlebury. No smoking. No pets. Available April. $775/ mo + utilities. 802‑388‑5411.

WEST ADDISON: 2 STORY, furnished house on lakefront.

Washer, dryer. No smok‑ ing. Available September through May. $1,000/month.

860‑878‑9580.

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Real Estate

CORN SILAGE, SAWDUST at the farm. Book Bros. West Haven, Vt. Call after 7pm, 802‑265‑8698.

FIRST CUT HAY for sale.

Small square bales. Call 802‑349‑9281.

HAY FOR SALE 4X4 round bales. Certified organic, first cut. Bump Farm, Orwell.

802‑948‑2946.

HAY FOR SALE small first cut, $3.00. Small second cut, $4.00. 802‑377‑5455.

H AY / S T R A W R O U N D BALES quantity discount.

518‑321‑2886.

LUMBER AT SAWMILL, hard and softwood, sawdust.

Book Bros. West Haven, Vt. 802‑265‑3675.

ONE BEDROOM, FIVE‑STAR energy efficient apartment in Salisbury, close to Lake Dunmore. One half of duplex. Large bedroom with full bath up. Living room and kitchen with all appliances on first floor. Heated basement with W/D. Private sun deck. $850/month, plus utilities.

Absolutely non‑smoking, no pets on premises. Deposit and references required.

One year minimum lease.

Available 4/1/2018. Call 802‑352‑6678.

BATTELL BLOCK MIDDLEBURY OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

ROUND BALES BALEAGE for sale. First cut. Proctor,Vt. 802‑558‑8370.

Beautiful, historic building located right in downtown Middlebury. Features heat and air conditioning, extra tall ceilings, lots of natural light and a highly customizable space. Walking distance to all downtown amenities.

Available January 1st, 2018. $800/ Month gross including electric and heat.

WHITNEY’S CUSTOM FARM WORK. Pond agitating, liq‑ uid manure hauling, drag line aerating. Call for price.

462‑2755, John Whitney.

Contact Christine cgolden@neddere.com or 802-651-6888 Listed by Nedde Real Estate 747 Pine Street, Suite 501, Burlington, VT 05401 www.NeddeRealEstate.com

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Sand Road (Continued from Page 1) one more recently, along with Jeff and other rescuers who supported dead dogs from one such shelter. one each in May and June, before it On Friday, April 6, Ebel said the Warden and Gaboriault to evaluate McGregor blamed the unsanitary Lauren Fisher said McGregor was can take effect, probably in late July. town would issue an emergency the situation. conditions found on the property on missing the point.

Ebel said the ordinance is not just health order to McGregor later that “We’ve been working on it,” the mental issues of a tenant.

“I’ve never said you have had bad about protecting neighbors. day laying out how she should deal McGregor said, adding, “we haven’t In October 2011, Heidi’s Haven intentions. Nobody ever asked you to “It’s about ownership of the with the rat infestation, an order that had a rat get into our food supply” in obtained its “Pet Merchant License” stop rescuing,” Fisher said. dog, and being clear about that by law will trigger a “quasi-judicial” recent weeks. from the Agency of Agriculture, but Ebel agreed. ownership,” he said. “It’s about hearing within five days of her being That statement prompted neighbor that oversight ended in 2016 after “You’re not being faulted for the protection of the dogs, too.” served. A hearing could be held as Ricky Fisher to legislative action. good work you’re doing with the Muir said offenders of provisions soon as Tuesday, with the members produce the dead rat, Without that dogs,” he said. “It’s the impact on the of the ordinance, including noise and of the selectboard taking testimony which he said he had “We may find out oversight, current neighbors.” loose dogs, have never been ticketed. as the town board of health. found along the fence by Tuesday a lot Ferrisburgh zoning On Wednesday, Ebel said if “Our dog ordinance is a pretty stout Witnesses could include McGregor, line that separates has been done. administrator Bonnie McGregor did not follow through dog ordinance,” he said. “I believe neighbors, and Ferrisburgh Health his property from Hopefully this gets Barnes concluded with a zoning application Barnes our constable can write up violations and Animal Control Officer McGregor’s. that Heidi’s Haven is would issue a notice of zoning given the ordinances, and if this isn’t resolved, because Jamieelynn Gaboriault and Town “We live with if we have to go a home occupation in violation. taken care of they can go to the state Constable Jeff Warden, both of whom this every day,” said a residential district, In an effort to put in place zoning of Vermont, and it’s something the recently inspected the property and Fisher, who held the through the courts and thus requires rules that could handle future state of Vermont can take care of.” evaluated McGregor’s efforts to deal bagged rat high and we will.” a conditional use complaints, Ebel also said the The board called McGregor to the — Selectboard permit. McGregor selectboard will ask the planning table to discuss the issue. She said with the rat infestation. walked up through Gaboriault sent McGregor a Feb. the crowd to the Chairman Rick Ebel has until Wednesday commission to look into whether complaints were overblown. She 27 letter with a March 27 deadline front of the room. to apply for that the town’s noise and odor zoning showed the selectboard a picture to come up with a professional plan It was then that permit according to a provisions are strong enough, and of the dog that Lauren Fisher said to exterminate the rats, and town Ebel called a recess. letter Barnes wrote to her in March. whether provisions could be added had come onto her property and officials said she has not complied.

“It’s not going on like this. No At the meeting McGregor said that would create limits on the threatened her family. McGregor “Even though it sounds like there way,” he said. she had not applied because she had number of dogs property owners described it as 15 pounds with have been some efforts, certainly the Later in the meeting McGregor also decided to stop rescuing after more could have based on the size of their deformed hind legs and unlikely to communication back is they haven’t clashed with Lauren Fisher, Ricky than 35 years. properties and structures. pose a threat. been adequate,” Ebel said last Fisher’s wife. She said McGregor had “I’m sure everybody will be happy DOG ORDINANCE “It growled at us,” said Fisher, Wednesday. promised the selectboard she would to know we will no longer be saving The board also agreed to amend its nearby in the front row.

On Friday, Ebel said the emergency buy bait traps for their property and lives,” she said. dog law to include “rescue operations McGregor turned and faced Fisher. health order would be specific. would have the pest control company She said it was a difficult decision and nonprofits” as legal dog owners, “Or maybe you lie,” she said.

McGregor has said she has been that came to Sand Road in March because she stated — accurately a change that will allow them to That was when Ebel, a former reluctant to poison the rats because of come up with an extermination plan — that unlike the Addison County enforce provisions of the ordinance school principal, for the first time the threat to the dogs on her property for her property. Neither promise was Humane Society, which does not — such as noise and licensing — on in his new role as a selectboard (at the meeting she put the number at kept, she said. euthanize animals, many Southern concerns such as Heidi’s Haven. chairman, started talking about 22), and on Tuesday said she was also “That was before you went on shelters are “high-kill” operations.

According to Ebel, that process recess. worried about the neighbors’ dogs. a scandal and smear campaign,” She then passed out two pictures, will include two hearings on the Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at At the meeting board members McGregor responded, drawing one of which showed a hallway of amendment at selectboard meetings, andyk@addisonindependent.com. said to let her neighbors worry about another warning from Ebel. their pets and to get serious about the Constable Warden said he found rats.

STATE OF VERMONT VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT no rat feces in the home and saw “Find a place to put the 22 dogs, evidence steps had been taken, RUTLAND UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION DOCKET NO: 728-12-14 RDCV and get rid of the rats,” said Selectman but that a back shed had not been WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Jim Benoit. “Move the dogs.” addressed and he had found signs of v.

The order will require her to do so, rats on McGregor’s and neighboring ETHAN L. MCARDLE AND REBECCA T. MCARDLE Ebel said Friday. properties.

OCCUPANTS OF: 59 Carver Street, Brandon VT “We’re going to order her to Selectmen Red Muir, speaking via MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq. get the dogs out so that the proper computer from elsewhere, had the In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered June 9, 2017, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that extermination can occur, and there last word on the infestation. certain mortgage given by Ethan L. McArdle and Rebecca T. McArdle to People’s United Bank, dated September 24, 2009 and recorded in Book 203 Page 527 of the land records of the Town of Brandon, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage will be a time frame on that,” he said.

“Get the exterminator in, get a from People’s United Bank to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. dated September 30, 2009 and recorded in Book 205 Page 89 of the land records of the Town Ebel hopes McGregor will quote, and get rid of the rats,” he said. of Brandon for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 59 Carver cooperate.

COMPLAINTS UNANSWERED Street, Brandon, Vermont on April 17, 2018 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, “We may find out by Tuesday a The selectboard devoted almost To wit: lot has been done,” he 90 minutes to Heidi’s Being all and the same lands and premises to be conveyed to Rebecca T. McArdle and Ethan L. McArdle by Administrator’s Deed of the said. “Hopefully this gets Haven last Tuesday. The Estate of Wesley R. Ambrose, to be recorded in the Town of Brandon Land Records, and more particularly described therein as follows: resolved, because if we “Get the situation has generated Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Wesley R. Ambrose (now deceased) by Warranty Deed of Adrien Thomas, Sr. have to go through the exterminator complaints for more and Diane Thomas, dated September 25, 1985 and recorded in Book 90 at Page 451 of the Town of Brandon courts we will.” than a decade, and now Land Records, and more particularly described therein as follows: “Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to the herein in, get a At the meeting Grantors by Warranty Deed of Ruth St. Denis, widow, dated February 4, 1977, recorded at book 83, Page 294, and therein described as Ferrisburgh is acting on quote, and follows: McGregor said she felt several fronts that board All and the same lands and premises conveyed to the grantor herein, Ruth St. Denis and her late husband, Harry St. Denis, now singled out because other get rid of the members said could deceased,

by Alice Hayes by deed dated 19 April 1951, recorded in the Brandon Land Records, Book 71, Page 437, and therein described rats.” properties, including an prevent such issues from as follows: —Selectman cropping up in the future. abandoned home nearby, ‘Beginning at a point formed by the intersection of the northerly line of lands of Carrol Darling with the westerly line of Carver Street; are also likely infested by Red Muir Back in 2007, a town thence northerly along the westerly line of Carver Street seventy-five (75) feet to a point marked by an iron pin; thence westerly in a line rats. notice of zoning violation at approximately right angles with said Carver Street one hundred fifty (150) feet to another iron pin; thence southerly in a line parallel “Probably I’m not the was issued and then with said Carver Street seventy-five (75) feet to the said northerly line of lands of said Darling; thence easterly along said last mentioned only person in Ferrisburgh retracted when McGregor line of said Darling to the place of beginning. to have rats on their property,” she appealed. In 2013, another zoning Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms of said. sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, administrator looked into Heidi’s which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

McGregor and her husband said Haven, but did not issue a violation TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and they had put out bait traps, worked notice, apparently because the place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within to seal her garage and an attached Agency of Agriculture at that point sixty (60) days after the date of sale. shed from rats, used cats to kill rats oversaw such operations.

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 in the garage, placed all the food for In Sept. 2010, the Addison County costs and expenses of the sale. the animals in her care into closed Humane Society and Vermont State Other terms to be announced at the sale. containers, and had purchased Police acted on an animal cruelty DATED: February 12, 2018 “smoke bombs” to kill rats, but had complaint at Heidi’s Haven, and By: /S/Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. not yet used them. charges were filed in June 2011. They Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. She said those steps were were dropped in October 2011 after Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 recommended by two pest-control McGregor complied with conditions Farmington, CT 06032 companies that had visited the of release limiting the number dogs 3/26 property, one in late March and at the site. In court documents she

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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 its regularly scheduled Hearing night on April 24, 2018 at the Monkton Town Hall.

At 8:00 PM Mathew Norris # 2018-03-CON Conditional use application located at Hardscrabble RD Monkton, VT. The present zoning classification of this property is RA5 and WLD. The Tax Parcel ID# is 11.105.046.001 Application materials are available for review during normal business hours at the Office of the Monkton Town Clerk. Interested parties who wish to be heard may attend the hearing, or send a representative. Communications relating to the application may be filed in writing to the Board either before or during the hearing. Pursuant to 24 VSA 117 § 4464(a)(1)(C) and 4471(a) participation in this hearing is necessary to establish status as an Interested Person and the right to appeal.

Scott Gordon Clerk - Monkton Development Review Board Dated April 3, 2018 4/9

Public notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on Pages 32, 34 & 35.

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Addison, VT – A Regional Concerns Meeting on the project listed below will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Addison Fire Station located at 44 VT Route 17 West, Addison, Vermont. The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) will be presenting information about this project, which is tentatively scheduled for 2021.

Road culvert replacement project: • Addison BF 0172(9) VT Route 125, Bridge (culvert) #1 The preferred alternative includes the replacement of the existing corrugated metal arch culvert with a new buried structure. VT Route 125 will be closed for up to 3 weeks while the work is being completed.

The intent of the meeting is to provide an overview of this project to Town Officials, local residents and businesses, emergency services, residents, and other interested parties.

Representatives from VTrans will be available at the meeting to hear public concerns about the project.

A copy of the Scoping Report for this project may be seen at the town office after April 3, or at the Structures Section of the Agency of Transportation’s office in Montpelier, Vermont. An electronic copy is also available online at: https://outside.vermont.gov/agency/vtrans/external/Projects/Structures/ At this site, the project name is 15b092.

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPLY MOSQUITO LARVICIDES

The BLSG Insect Control District will be applying ground and aerial treatments of Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (BTI), Bacillus Sphaericus (BS), and Spinosad to surface waters where mosquito larvae are present. These are bacterial insecticides used against mosquito larvae. Ground applications of Agnique (biodegradable, alcohol ethoxylared, AE) or Cocobear (Mineral oil) may also be applied in selected wet areas.

These are monomolecular films that prevent adult emergence and can be used against mosquito pupae. Methoprene may also be used to prevent adult mosquito emergence.

These applications will occur in the towns of Brandon, Leicester, Salisbury, Goshen and Pittsford. Pesticide applications beginning on or after April 11, 2018. Exclusion requests need to be renewed yearly. Please send a written request to BLSG, PO Box 188 Brandon, VT 05733.

Further information or comments about the larviciding activities or application exclusion requests can be obtained from: BLSG Insect Control District Will Mathis • 802-247-6779 https://blsgmosquito.wordpress.com The Vermont Agency of Agriculture oversees the permitting of these mosquito larvicides and can be reached at 802-247-6779. For more information see the following website: http://agriculture.vermont.gov/plant_pest/mosquitoes_ticks/mosquitoes 3/29

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPLY MOSQUITO ADULTICIDES

On or after May 15th, the BLSG Insect Control District may be making ground applications of mosquito adulticides along the public right of ways in the towns of Brandon, Leicester, Salisbury, Goshen and Pittsford to control mosquitos. In the past years, mosquitos in these towns have been found to carry West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis, both of which can be deadly to humans and animals. Applications of Malathion or synthetic pyrethroid insecticides will be made with ultra-low volume truck-based sprayers.

If you wish to Opt Out and not have your property treated: please send a written request annually to BLSG, PO Box 188 Brandon, VT 05733. Please provide your 911 address and a property map, which delineates your property boundaries on the public right of way.

A representative from the district will contact you to assist in marking your property as a no spray zone. Opt out needs to be renewed yearly.

The BLSG hotline is 802-247-6779 and will receive request for treatment as needed during the season.

Further information or comments about adulticiding activities or application exclusion requests can be obtained from: BLSG Insect Control District Will Mathis • 802-247-6779 https://blsgmosquito.wordpress.com Additional information available at https://www.epa.gov/mosquitocontrol 3/29

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WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. v.

DEBRA E. LOUNSBURY, DANIEL A. LOUNSBURY A/K/A DANIEL LOUNSBURY AND VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF TAXES OCCUPANTS OF: 1045 Country Club Road, Brandon VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered December 14, 2017, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Debra E. Lounsbury and Daniel A. Lounsbury to People’s United Bank dba Chittenden Mortgage Services, dated June 19, 2009 and recorded in Book 202 Page 206 of the land records of the Town of Brandon, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from People’s United Bank dba Chittenden Mortgage Services to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. dated July 30, 2009 and recorded in Book 204 Page 136 of the land records of the Town of Brandon for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 1045 Country Club Road, Brandon, Vermont on April 17, 2018 at 11:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Daniel Lounsbury and Debra Lounsbury, husband and wife, by Warranty Deed of Stephen J. Colette and Holly E. Agnew of even date hereof, and to be recorded within the Town of Brandon Land Records, described as follows, viz: Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Mark C. Pelletier and Mary Anne Pelletier, husband and wife, by Trustee’s Deed of Hilma A. Skeele, Trustee, acting in pursuance and by virtue of the powers in her vested by a certain agreement dated January 23, 1986, known as the Harold C. Anderson Revocable Trust Agreement dated August 22, 1986 and recorded in the Town of Brandon Land Records in Book 93, Page 253-254 and more particularly described therein as follows: “All and the same lands and premises conveyed to the herein Grantor, Hilma A. Skeele, Trustee, by Warranty Deed of Harold C. Anderson, dated January 23, 1986, recorded in Book 91 at Page 385 of Brandon Land Records, and being more particularly described therein as follows, viz: “Being all and the same lands and premises that were conveyed to the herein Grantor, Harold C. Anderson and his late wife, Margaret W. Anderson, by H. Edward Dyer by deed dated September 30, 1957, recorded in Book 74 at Page 221 of Brandon Land Records and in acid deed being substantially described as follows: “A parcel or piece of land located or situated on the westerly side of the main highway leading from the so-called Cheney Farm to Jones Pond and bounded as follows: On the East or easterly by the main highway; on the south or southerly, by the so-called Keeler Farm; on the West or westerly by lands of the so-called Keeler Farm; on the north or northerly by lands formerly owned by Frank Warner now the Golf Course. Being 20 rods on the highway and 8 rods deep containing one acre.

“It being the same premises and all the same that were conveyed to the said Frank Lord by Roy Bressee and Helen N. Bresee; by their Warranty Deed bearing the date of May 10, A.D. 1927 and recorded in the Brandon Land Records in said Brandon, Boook 62, at Page 172. Reference to said deed and the record thereof may be had for further particulars and description.

“Reserving unto the said Frank Lord the right to the use and occupancy of a certain spetic lank located on the premises herein conveyed, together with the right to enter upon the lands herein conveyed for the purpose of constructing, maintaining, repairing and replacing the pipe line leading from other lands of the said Frank Lord and land of the said Mildred L. Cosmus, as now constituted and leading to said septic tank.

“Also including all and the same rights, privileges end easements conveyed to Marguerite Sheldon Cunningham by deed of Mildred L Cosmus dated April 2, 1940 and by deed of E.A. Keeler dated March 26, 1940 to be recorded in Brandon Land Records.

“Subject, nevertheless, to the right of way granted to Central Vermont Public Service Corporation by deed dated November 12, 1945 and recorded in Brandon Land Records in Miscellaneous Book 3, Page 112.

“Reference is hereby had to the foregoing instruments end the records thereof when made for a more particular description.

“Further reference is hereby made to a certain deed from the late Margaret W. Anderson to the herein Grantor dated November 3, 1966,,recorded in Book 78 at Page 175 of Brandon Land Records.”

“Also conveyed herein are all of the same rights, privileges and easements conveyed to Mary Anne Pelletier and Mark C. Pelletier by Easement Deed of Sylvia Rosen and Terry H. Kline, Guardian unto Sidney Rosen, dated March 23, 1999, and recorded is the Brandon Land Records in Book 135 at Page 357.”

Reference is hereby made to the Quit Claim Deed from Mark C. Pelletier to Mary Anne Pelletier dated March 7, 2003 and recorded in the Town of Brandon Land Records in Book 158, Page 58.

Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description.

Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: February 12, 2018 By: /S/Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 3/26

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STATE OF VERMONT RUTLAND UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION

VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 192-12-16 ANCV

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FM1 v.

GIOVANNI CAMALICH AKA GIOVANNI N. CAMALICH AND GINA CAMALICH AKA GINA G. CAMALICH FKA GINA G. BURTON OCCUPANTS OF: 5971 Snake Mountain Road, Weybridge VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

In accordance with the Amended Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered 8 in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Giovanni Camalich and Gina Camalich to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Fremont Investment & Loan, dated February 21, 2006 and recorded in Book 44 Page 419 of the land records of the Town of Weybridge, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of the following Assignments of Mortgage: (1) Assignment of Mortgage from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Fremont Investment & Loan to LaSalle bank, NA as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-FM1 dated May 10, 2007 and recorded in Book 46 Page 74 and (2) Assignment of Mortgage from Bank of America, N.A. Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the MLMI Trust 2006-FM1 to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association, as Trustee, successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-FM1 dated June 28, 2016 and recorded in Book 52 Page 630, all of the land records for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 5971 Snake Mountain Road, Weybridge, Vermont on April 25, 2018 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OF LAND IN WEYBRIDGE IN THE, COUNTY OF ADDISON AND STATE OE VERMONT, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, VIZ: BEING ALL AND THE SAME LANDS AND PREMISES DESCRIBED IN A WARRANTY DEED DATED MAY 16, 1977, FROM GIOVANNI N. CAMALICH AND GINA G. CAMALICH, THE GRANTEES HEREIN, TO JAMES C. FOLEY, THE GRANTOR HEREIN, TO WHICH DEED AND THE DEEDS REFERRED TO THEREIN, REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A FURTHER AND MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE LANDS AND PREMISES HEREIN CONVEYED. THIS DEED. TOGETIIER WITH A COMPANION DEED. IS INTENDED TO EFFECT A TRANSFER OF TITLE FROM GINA G. CAMALICH, FORMERLY GINA G. BURTON, TO GIOVANNI N. CAMALICH AND GINA G CAMALICH THROUGH A STRAW. BEING ALI. AND TIIE SAME LANDS AND PREMISES DESCRIBED IN A WARRANTY DEED OF LEMON FAIR INVESTORS TO GINA G. BURTON, ONE OF THE GRANTORS HEREIN, DATED JUNE 10, 1975 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 20, PAGE 453 OF THE WEYBRIDGE LAND RECORDS, AND THEREIN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: “BEING A PORTION OF THE SAME LAND AND PREMISES CONVEYED TO THE HEREIN GRANTOR BY WARRANTY DEED OF HELEN HIGHHOUSE, INDIVIDUALLY, AND AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF HENRY HIGHHOUSE DATED 12 NOVEMBER 1973, RECORDED IN BOOK 20, PAGE 256 OF THE WEYBRIDGE LAND RECORDS. THE PORTION HEREIN CONVEYED IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT AT OR NEAR THE CENTERLINE OF VERMONT STATE HIGHWAY #23 WHICH POINT LIES S 41 DEGREES 41 MINUTES E 64.33 FEET FROM AN IRON PIPE SET IN WHAT IS BELIEVED TO BE TIIE WESTERLY EDGE OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF VERMONT STATE HIGHWAY #23: THENCE PROCEEDING ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF VERMONT STATE HIGHWAY #23 IN AN ARC AS FOLLOWS: N 10 DEGREES 24 MINUTES W 98.49 FEET: N 03 DEGREES 18 MINUTES W 99.88 FEET: N 01 DEGREES 12 MINUTES E 99.68 FEET: N 10 DEGREES 12 MINUTES E 99.94 FEET; N 17 DEGREES 21 MINUTES E 100.00 FEET TO A POINT; N 24 DEGREES 18 MINUTES E. 100.07 FEET TO A POINT; N 27 DEGREES 25 MINUTES E 26.15 FEET TO A POINT; N 42 DEGREES 21 MINUTES W 33.77 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE SET IN WHAT IN BELIEVED TO BE TIIE WESTERLY EDGE OF TIIE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF VERMONT STATES HIGHWAY #23; THENCE PROCEEDING N 42 DEGREES 21 MINUTES W 34.43 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE SET IN WHAT IS BELIEVED TO BE THE EASTERLY EDGE OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF WEYBRIDGE TOWN ROAD #5: THENCE PROCEEDING N 42 DEGREES 21 MINUTES W 25.00 FEET TO A POINT WHICH IS BELIEVED TO BE THE CENTERLINE OF WEYBRIDGE TOWN ROAD #5; THENCE S 60 DEGREES 32 MINUTES W 79.34 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE N 37 DEGREES 28 MINUTES W 22.00 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE SET AT OR NEAR TIIE EDGE OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF WEYBRIDGE TOWN ROAD #5: THENCE PROCEEDING N 37 DEGREES 28 MINUTES W 39.58 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE SET AT THE FENCE CORNER; TIIENCE PROCEEDING N 41 DEGREES 41 MINUTES W 894.07 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE PROCEEDING S 48 DEGREES 19 MINUTES W 387.00 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE PROCEEDING S 41 DEGREES 41 MINUTES E A DISTANCE OF 900.00 FEET CROSSING WEYBRIDGE TOWN ROAD #5 TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE CONTINUING S 41 DEGREES 41 MINUTES E 499.81 FEET TO A POINT MARKED BY AN IRON PIPE SET IN A FENCE LINE WHICH PIPE IS ALSO SET AT WHAT IS BELIEVED TO BE THE WESTERLY EDGE OF TIIE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF VERMONT STATE HIGHWAY #23; THENCE PROCEEDING S 4I DEGREES 41 MINUTES E 64.33 FEET TO THE POINT OR PLACE OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL. CONTAINS 10.50 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, EXCLUSIVE OF ROAD RIGHTS-OF-WAY. IT IS BELIEVED THAT VERMONT STATE HIGHWAY #23 HAS A FOUR ROD RIGHT-OF-WAY, AND WEYBRIDGE TOWN ROAD #5 HAS A THREE ROD RIGHT-OF-WAY. ANY LANDS LYING WITIIIN THE AFORESAID RIGHTS-OF-WAY OF VERMONT STATE HIGHWAY #23 AND TOWN ROAD #5 ARE CONVEYED BY QUIT CLAIM ONLY, AND AS TO THEM THE HEREIN CONTAINED WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY. THERE IS ALSO INCLUDED HEREIN THE RIGHTS TO THE USE OF A CERTAIN SPRING LOCATED ON OTHER LANDS OF THE HEREIN GRANTOR, INCLUDING, THE RIGHT TO [SIC] THE USE OF THE PRESENT PIPE LINE LEADING FROM SAID SPRING TO TIIE BUILDINGS SITUATE ON THE HEREIN CONVEYED PARCEL. INCLUDED WITH THE SPRING RIGHT IS THE RIGHT TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID SPRING AND THE PIPE LINE LEADING FROM IT, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITION THAT THE HEREIN GRANTEE, HER SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS SHALL RESTORE THE SURFACE OF ANY OTIIER LANDS OF THE HEREIN GRANTOR WHICH ARE DISTURBED BY ANY SUCH REPAIR ACTIVITIES TO THEIR ORIGINAL STATE.” SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS. EASEMENTS, COVENANTS, OIL, GAS OR MINERAL RIGHTS OF RECORD, IF ANY. Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description.

Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: March 22, 2018 By: /S/Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Rachel K. Ljunggren, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 4/2

Public Notices can be found on Pages 32, 34 & 35.

REQUEST FOR BIDS: ADDISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY

Addison Central School District is accepting bids for window replacement at Mary Hogan School. Bid packets are available at the Superintendent’s Office, 49 Charles Avenue, Middlebury, VT. Bids are due by April 20, 2018. A walk through will be on April 11th at 3:30 pm at Mary Hogan School. For more information contact Eric Warren at 802-382-1459 or ewarren@acsdvt.org.

ACSD reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids in accordance with Vermont Statutes.

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WEYBRIDGE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING

The Weybridge Cemetery Association Annual Meeting will be held Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Weybridge Congregational Church. For information, call 3/29 545-2502.

TOWN OF WALTHAM WARNING

The Waltham Development Review Board and Planning Commission is holding a special meeting April 11, 2018 at 6pm. The purpose of the meeting is to review a draft survey as part of the Zoning Regulations update process being funded by a Municipal Planning Grant from the Department of Housing & Community Development.

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AGENDA PATRICIA A. HANNAFORD CAREER CENTER WED., APR. 11, 2018 5:00 PM – A208

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Introduction of Board Members Approve Agenda Visitors Comments Correspondence Consent Agenda 5. Minutes of Feb. 14, 2018 6. Monthly A/P for March & April a. Adult Program b. Revolving c. Director’s Orders Action Agenda 7. Policy 1.0 Ends 8. Policy 2.0 Global Executive Constraint (From Mar.) 9. Policy 2.3 Financial Condition & Activities 10. Policy 2.4 Financial Planning and Budgeting (From Mar.) 11. Policy KGA – Specialized Equipment/Machinery Use -New 1st Read 12. Policy KG – Community Use of School Facilities -Revised 1st & Final Read Informational Agenda 13. Facilities Report 14. Budget/Policy Report 15. Superintendent’s Report 16. Dean of Students Report 17. Adult Tec Ed Report 18. Executive Session -Personnel 19. Policy 4.1 Governing Style

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REGULAR SELECTBOARD MEETING TUESDAY, APR. 10, 2018 • 7:00 P.M. ROOM 116 - LARGE CONFERENCE RM. 77 MAIN STREET AGENDA 7:00 1. **Call to Order 2. *Approval of Agenda 3. *Approval of Minutes of March 27, 2018 Regular Selectboard Meeting 4. **Citizen Comments [Opportunity to raise or address issues that are not otherwise included on this agenda] Liquor License, 7:10 5. *2018 Outside Consumption and Entertainment Permit Approvals 7:15 6. *Chris Mattrick, District Ranger, Green Mountain National Forest Service, with a request for Town approval for the acquisition of a parcel of land off Dragon Road and updates on status of Middlebury GMNF office conveyance and services provided in Middlebury 7:20 7. *Nominations to Appointed Boards, Committees, Commissions & Official Positions 7:30 8. *Karen Kotecki, Vermont Gas, Request for an Easement for Installation of a Gas Distribution Line on Pinewood Road and Jackson Lane 7:40 9. *Dan Werner, Director of Public Works Planning, Request for Approval of the Town’s Annual Financial Plan for Town Highways & Certification of Compliance for Town Road & Bridge Standards and Network Inventory 7:45 10. *Request from Middle Road Ventures, LLC, for Letter of Support for its proposed 500kW South Ridge Solar II Project, including endorsement of the facility as a Category III Preferred Solar Site Designation per the Vermont Public Utility Commission’s Rule 5.100 7:55 11. *Request for Road Name Change from Armory Lane to Amory Lane 8:00 12. *FY18 Year-to-Date Budget Reports 8:05 13. *Approval of Check Warrants 14. *Town Manager’s Report 15. **Board Member Concerns 16. *Executive Session – Contract Negotiation -- Anticipated 17. **Action on Matters Discussed in Executive Session 8:25 18. *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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RUNNING THROUGH THEIR student-written play “Wildflowers, Guns and Bears, Oh My!” at the school last week are North Branch School students, left to right, Oscar Downing (9th grade, Ferrisburgh), Ben Huston (9th grade, Ferrisburgh), Henry Swan (8th grade, Ripton/Middlebury) and Iris Wyatt (7th grade, Lincoln).

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Holcombe said the assessments na Rutherford, who filled out the (Continued from Page 3) were to be completed by March 30. required survey and was told anunderstandable enthusiasm.

“The data collected will assist other officer would return at a later “They were marching along with the Vermont School Safety Cen- date to conduct a walkthrough and the guns on their shoulders,” he ter, our school safety partners, draw up floor plans. said. communities and school boards “This building was designed, in What made this feel different in identifying common school case we ever leave, to be a house,” to him? It was one day after the emergency preparedness gaps and Rutherford said. “That’s what we Parkland shooting. areas to focus future planning, want it to feel like to the students The bottom line, though, is that training, exercise and equipment — a home. If they come back and the students want to create some- initiatives,” she wrote. lock all the doors I don’t know thing.

“It was startling,” said North what we’ll do.”

“They love to laugh and play. Branch School administrator Don“Kids who are afraid to go That’s how it all beto school don’t gins — a combination create,” Birdsey of adolescent energies acknowledged. But mixed with a Monty at the same time, Python or a Saturday “No teacher wants Night Live view of to hold a lockdown the world,” Birdsey drill.” said.

The question, he When the play said, then becomes, takes a darker turn, “How do you weave he said, it’s because these issues into the “adults sometimes learning process?” overthink, overanaFor these student lyze or overargue and playwrights the end up tearing each question may boil other apart.” On the down to, How do other hand, “Kids are you incorporate geniuses at cutting the them into your art?

Gordian knot. That’s “Wildflowers, what they wanted to Guns, and Bears, show,” he added.

Oh My!” will be REAL LIFE performed by the INTERVENES students of the North On March 27, the Branch School on day before the “battle Friday and Saturday, scene” read-through, April 13–14, at 7 a plainclothes police p.m. in the Ripton officer had visited the Community House.

North Branch School Performances are as part of a statewide open to the public. program of school For more informasafety site assesstion, call 388-3269 ments mandated by or visit www.northGov. Phil Scott in the branchschool.org. wake of the Parkland Reach Christoshooting. pher Ross at chrisIn a memo written topherr@addisoninto school adminisLENA SANDLER, A 9th-grader from Cornwall, rehearses an dependent.com. trators, Secretary of emotional scene in the North Branch School’s spring play Education Rebecca during a run-through at the Ripton school last Thursday.

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Pipeline (Continued from Page 1) in the construction of a 41-mile gas pipeline from Colchester to New Haven and on to Middlebury.

On Wednesday the commission had ordered a delay in the assessment against Vermont Gas of a $25,000 fine that had been recommended by the Department of Public Service, saying that a full investigation of the

pipeline should be conducted before determining the amount of the fine.

The investigation of the pipeline was, in part, at the urging of the Agency of Natural Resources, whose scientists have said that possible oversights in the installation of the pipeline — a failure to install “trench breakers” — could end up draining surrounding wetlands.

An attorney who petitioned for the investigation on behalf of five private citizens provided the commission with evidence suggesting the trench breakers weren’t installed.

Vermont Gas spokeswoman Beth Parent said the company welcomed the investigation.

“We take the issue of safety very seriously, and we’re confident in the

integrity of our pipeline, but we also do support any regulatory process that’s going to lead to a thorough and fair review of our performance and the safety of our pipeline,” Parent said.

James Dumont, the Bristol attorney who sought the investigation, said he looked forward to it as well. “This is what my clients wanted, and this is

what the public deserves,” he said.

The Department of Public Service asked the Public Utility Commission in February to issue the $25,000 fine against Vermont Gas for failing to bury the pipeline deeply enough in 18 places along a 2,500-foot stretch near New Haven. In failing to properly bury the pipeline, Vermont Gas violated the terms of the permit authorizing the pipeline’s construction, the department said.

The commission responded by ordering an investigation of the 2,500-foot section of the pipeline.

While the Department of Public S e r v i c e supported the investigation Agency of of the section Natural in question, Resources and officials scientists have said the have said department will assist that possible in any oversights investigation in the t h e installation of c o m m i s s i o n the pipeline orders, they — a failure to also have s u g g e s t e d install “trench that a breakers” reexamination — could end of the entire up draining length of surrounding the pipeline would be wetlands. redundant, because the department closely monitored the pipeline’s construction while it was underway.

Dumont and his clients have accused the Department of Public Service repeatedly of failing to provide sufficient oversight during the pipeline’s construction. The proposed $25,000 fine was in response to violations Dumont’s clients brought to the attention of state and federal authorities, Dumont has said.

The commission’s order followed public comments from another 80 citizens seeking a full investigation of the pipeline’s construction.

Rachel Smolker, one of the residents represented by Dumont, said she was pleased with the commission’s decision, but the legitimacy of the investigation would depend in part upon who conducts it. The commission has said the investigation would be conducted by a qualified third-party specialist.

“We are pleased that the PUC is taking this seriously,” Smolker said on Thursday. “The outcome of this investigation — the extent to which the public can feel confident — depends upon the real independence and capability of whoever is charged with doing the investigation.”

Dumont has suggested in the past that there are pipeline experts who aren’t dependent on the gas industry for their livelihood. Dumont said Thursday that he looked forward to aiding the commission in locating and retaining “the best expert possible.”

A representative of the Department of Public Service was not immediately available for comment.