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ADDISON COUNTY

22, 2018

Vol. 72 No. 47

INDEPENDENT Middlebury, Vermont

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Thursday, November 22, 2018

Upgrades loom for Middlebury parks

Pubic input sought on new designs

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Middleburyarea residents have two more opportunities to comment on proposed re-designs of Triangle Park and a new public gathering spot at the former Lazarus Department Store location off Printer’s Alley.

The meetings are scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the Middlebury selectboard’s regularly scheduled

meeting, and on Wednesday, Dec. 5.

Both meetings are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at the Middlebury municipal building at 77 Main St. The two downtown parks are due for significant upgrades — including landscaping, pathways and other public amenities — as part of a $71 million plan to replace the Main Street and Merchants Row overpasses with a concrete tunnel, work that will

get into high gear next spring. Local officials anticipate the vast majority of the park improvements will be paid with state and federal funds.

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) conducted feedback sessions in June and September to hear how local residents, shoppers, merchants and property owners want to see the parks updated for the long haul. Those meetings drew a lot of people who pitched a variety of ideas on how

the parks could be updated to create better spaces for public gatherings and casual enjoyment.

VTrans earlier this month urged town officials to quickly pick their preferred designs for Triangle and Printer’s Alley parks, in an effort to refine those plans and get the work scheduled for construction.

Selectboard members have vowed to pick final designs by Tuesday, Dec. 11.

(See Middlebury, Page 3A)

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Hospital, nonprofit launch a community health effort

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Michele Butler Gilbert has spent more than two decades as a personal fitness trainer, helping her Middleburyarea clients adopt effective exercise and dietary habits.

She’s now the motivator-inchief for all Addison County residents — particularly the young

By the way The Nov. 6 General Election is in the rearview mirror, but voting continues in an important contest involving Mary Hogan Elementary School Crossing Guard Donna Woods. She’s one of the contenders for “America’s Favorite Crossing Guard,” a nationwide competition sponsored by the nonprofit “Safe Kids Worldwide.” Woods’ fans can vote for her once per day through Nov. 30, after which a judging panel (See By the way, Page 7A)

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and elderly — to adopt healthy lifestyles aimed at reducing their chances of needing extensive medical care in the future.

As the first-ever Addison County manager of RiseVT, Butler Gilbert will be promoting special events, exercise programs and information sessions designed (See Health, Page 10A)

Homeless shelter sees increasing demand

Recycling, trash costs increase in new solid waste district budget

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — County residents are likely to see higher costs for handling their trash and recycling next year, as the cratered market for recycled materials has triggered price increases for some services in the 2019 Addison County Solid Waste Management District budget.

The biggest change in the $3.22 million budget, adopted by the district board on Nov. 15, is the higher per-ton rate the district’s Middlebury transfer station will charge haulers to drop off most recycling: $92, up from $50.

District Manager Teri Kuczynski said recycling companies in China earlier this year changed standards for accepting many recycled materials, or simply refused to accept them, thus creating what she called “a huge crisis” for a sector that had formerly relied on that nation’s market.

“It’s all due to China turning away our recycling. It was a huge export, especially mixed paper,” Kuczynski said, adding the solid waste district lost about $25,000 this year due to plummeting prices for recycled goods. “Now it’s a scramble to find other markets, and it will take time.

It takes a year, year-and-a-half to develop domestic markets for recycling.”

The budget the Addison County Solid Waste Management District (ACSWMD) board approved also includes a price hike of $3 per ton to $126 for commercial haulers to drop off most trash at the district’s Route 7 transfer station. That is the first such increase in 13 years, according to Kuczynski.

(See Trash & recycling, Page 10A)

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CHC seeks $550K for better kitchen, access

LAUREN MANDIGO, LEFT, Beatrice Doria and Esmé Sagarena-Harlan pay close attention as Margaret Durst uses the immersion blender to make soup at Quarry Hill School last week. The preschoolers spent the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving preparing a feast for their families and friends — including kneading bread, below — inspired by the folk tale “Stone Soup.”

Independent photos/Megan James

Giving thanks with ‘Stone Soup’ Preschoolers, teachers look to ancient folk tale for learning and annual feast

By MEGAN JAMES Thanksgiving curriculum — oldMIDDLEBURY — “Stone soup school pilgrim hats and tracedis what you need, when you’ve got hand turkeys — the teachers and some friends to feed.” students spend the whole month A chorus of 3- and 4-year-old immersing themselves in the voices sweetly sings this Pete classic folk tale and preparing Seeger verse while crowded for a big feast. around a big pot on the The story, which has been floor. One of them holds an told for centuries around immersion blender. the world, goes something “I’ll do it myself!” like this: A clever but See a video of these exclaims Bea before hungry traveler arrives kids making stone soup carefully pureeing in a village, where with this story online at the cooked veggies townsfolk are skeptical addisonindependent.com. within. When the song of foreigners. Each time is done, she passes the he knocks on a door to pot and blender to the next eager ask for food, villagers tell him no. preschooler, and the soup-making, So he tells them he has a recipe and singing, continues. for a magical delicacy called “stone November at Middlebury’s soup.” All he needs is a big pot and Quarry Hill School is all about Stone he can make some for the whole Soup. In lieu of a conventional village. Intrigued, the villagers get

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him a pot. He tosses in a stone and some water and begins heating it over a fire.

The soup would be even better with a carrot, he tells the villagers.

(See Stone Soup, Page 12A)

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — The Charter House Coalition (CHC) is raising $550,000 for major improvements to its warming shelter at 27 North Pleasant St. that will allow the homeless to better access to beds and food at the Middlebury facility, which is already seeing large numbers of clients.

The campaign is already off to a great start, thanks to the generosity of many Addison County residents.

Coalition Co-Directors Doug Sinclair and Samantha Kachmar last week confirmed $370,000 has been raised toward a final “A shortage goal that will, among other of shelter things, pay space, for a complete affordable revamp of housing the shelter’s and rental heating system, installation of subsidies a wheelchair ensures we lift at one of will continue the exterior to maintain entrances to a lengthy the building, wait list.” a c c e s s — Peter improvements Kellerman, to individual John Graham doorways, and Housing & modernization Services of the n o n p r o f i t ’s kitchen, where volunteer prepare hundreds of meals each week for those in need.

And the number of those in need continues to grow, according to Sinclair.

Reports this past summer of a person sleeping under Middlebury’s Cross Street Bridge led to the CHC warming shelter opening six weeks earlier than usual, on Sept. 1. The (See Shelter, Page 11A)

New director aims to amp up music at THT

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS at THT includes an evening of MIDDLEBURY — At Town holiday favorites by the Glenn Hall Theater’s 10th birthday party Miller Orchestra, New Year’s Eve this summer, incoming executive with the Horse Traders and singerdirector Mark Bradley songwriter Dar Williams took the stage, introduced “Playing music in February. Bradley himself and issued an plans to expand those on any level open invitation for coffee offerings and bring accesses a and chatting. new music to the stage, “I have had a lot of different part including programming coffees since then,” said of the brain — geared more toward Bradley, who joined it’s therapeutic younger audiences.

THT in August and sees in a sense.”

“We (at THT) kind caffeinated confabbing of determined that for — Mark Bradley season planning, the as part and parcel of the job. best role that I could So what are people chatting about? play would be to focus on getting “If a single theme has emerged it some more music in here,” Bradley has been around moving more into said. music,” Bradley said.

On that, Bradley hopes to make Upcoming musical programming (See THT, Page 7A)

NEW THT EXECUTIVE Director Mark Bradley shows off work by local artists in the annual holiday show at the Jackson Gallery. He said he’s learned how lucky Addison County is to have so much artistic talent in the community.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

PAGE 2A — Addison Independent, Thursday, November 22, 2018

Author Debby Irving to talk white privilege

MUHS student publishes a novel for young readers

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Sixteenyear-old Joseph Findlay has always loved writing.

The Middlebury resident developed an affinity for the craft as a second-grader. He’d write stories for the fun of it, building a plot around his characters only to leave them hanging in mid-adventure after having suddenly moved on to another project.

Children can have short attention spans.

But at the tender age of 14, Findlay decided it was finally time to give one of his literary dramas a denouement.

And now his first completed story has become his first book: “Camp Cornet,” a 79-page tale involving a young lad on a mission to a mysterious island to foil an evil character who will stop at nothing — including enslaving children — in his quest for immortality.

“I had no idea where it was going to go,” Findlay confessed about “Camp Cornet,” which he wrote as a 2016 Christmas present to his parents while an 8th-grader at Middlebury Union Middle School.

He drew inspiration from two if his favorite authors — Neil Gaiman, much acclaimed for his short fiction, novels and children’s fantasy books; and Lemony Snicket (aka Daniel Handler), author of several children’s books, including “A Series of Unfortunate Events” and “All the Wrong Questions.”

“I like reading all kinds of stuff, usually dystopian fiction,” Findlay said.

Dystopian fiction is a type of writing that often features a futuristic or imagined universe

in which people are subjugated — through propaganda or by technological means — by a totalitarian or evil political system.

Given his preferences in literature, it’s no accident that Findlay sought to emulate some of the otherworldly mystique and “good versus evil” theme conveyed by his favorite writers.

“Camp Cornet’s” main protagonist is “Marcol,” a 13-year-old boy who’s led to believe he’ll be attending a fun camp, but is instead diverted to a pirate ship and then a submarine en route to a secret mission at a sinister island camp run by a nasty group called the “Mal Immortals,” who are led by a villain called “Snatch.”

“He likes to ‘snatch’ kids away from their parents,” Findlay explained.

Snatch and his lackeys funnel the aroma of a special herb through the ventilation system of his lair to induce dozens of children to do his bidding. They’ve been brainwashed to search for a series of items — including a teapot — that, when used together, would grant him immortality.

Marcol’s assignment: Thwart Snatch’s plan and free the children from his clutches.

Findlay pulled out all the stops to produce a top-notch story that he originally thought would simply become a cherished holiday keepsake for his folks. He prevailed upon his cousin-in-law, Rob Blum, to draw great illustrations for the story, including scary renditions of the pirate ship, the island, Snatch and parts of the heavily guarded compound in which the children are imprisoned.

Blum is a professional illustrator who’s also owner/operator of the Knead Bakery and Café in Burlington.

Will lead community talks in Middlebury

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School junior Joseph Findlay recently released his first book, “Camp Cornet.” The novel, targeted for thirdgraders-and-up, is the story of a boy who matches wits with a villain and rescues children from a mysterious island.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

“He saw it as a creative project to do with me, as well as an opportunity to express himself,” Findlay said of Blum’s contributions.

His parents loved the book — so much that they encouraged him to get it published. Blum recommended that Findlay reached out to Young Street Publishing, known for helping young authors get their work into print. Before long, Findlay had connected with a Young Street editor, and “Camp Cornet” — after some helpful revisions — was released to the masses last month.

It’s available locally at the Vermont Book Shop in Middlebury, Recycled Reading in Bristol, and through Amazon.

The book is aimed at third-graders and older, according to Findlay.

While Camp Cornet’s ending leaves room for a sequel, Findlay isn’t yet sure if he’ll bring Marcol back for another mission.

Findlay is intrigued by the prospect of a career in writing, particularly in the realm of screenwriting for television and film. But he has other varied interests, including graphic design, architecture and psychology.

He’s now a junior at Middlebury Union High School, where his course load includes a creative writing class. He’s an avid soccer player and Nordic skier.

Findlay said he’s learned a lot from the process of writing a book and getting it published, and he just hopes readers enjoy the story.

“I’m happy with the final product,” he said.

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MIDDLEBURY — “Recent events have provoked outrage and confusion about America’s ongoing racial tension,” says Debby Irving, author of “Waking up White.” “The deaths of Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Tamir Rice, Walter Scott, and Freddie Gray made visible ongoing racial trauma formerly unknown to most white Americans.

Inflammatory words by Paula Deen, Ronald Sterling, and Cliven Bundy stirred debate about what makes for a racist. Attempts to make sense of these events often leads to increased DEBBY IRVING misunderstanding.

Irving is coming to Middlebury to help offer firsthand insight to goes largely unnoticed yet perpetuates the everyday perpetuation of racial long-held racialized belief systems. inequality by well-intentioned white Observers say that “Waking Up White” functions as both a “Racism people.

On Sunday, Dec. 2, Irving will pres- 101” for white people and a rare exent the first of two community work- posé on whiteness for people of color.

Copies of Irving’s shops on the challenging, book are available at the but all-too-essential topic “Racism Vermont Book Shop, and of white privilege. The taps into our at Ilsley Public Library.

Dec. 2, workshop, titled Irving says on her “I’m a Good Person! Isn’t deepest fears website, with regard to That Enough?”, will be and longings. held at the Congregational Understanding the Dec. 2 Middlebury workshop: Church of Middlebury at how it works “Racism taps into 2 Main St., from 1-3 p.m. is the key our deepest fears and The second workshop, to breaking longings. Understanding “Leveling the Playing Field: Interrupting Pat- down barriers how it works is the key to breaking down barriers terns of Privilege,” will be that interfere that interfere with best held on Sunday, Jan. 27, with best intentions. Using historfrom 3-5 p.m., also at the intentions.” ical and media images, Congregational Church.

— Debby Irving I examines how I used While mainstream memy white-skewed belief dia often brings a good/ bad, black/white version of events system to interpret the world around involving individual actions, Irving me,” and how I “spent decades siencourages people to bring more lently reaffirming harmful, archaic nuance, historical knowledge, and racial patterns instead of questioning the racial disparities and tensions she personal reflection to the issue.

Irving uses her own life to explore could see and feel.”

This workshop is designed to the everyday systemic racism that support white people in making the paradigm shift from “fixing” and “helping” those believed to be inferior, to focusing on internalized white superiority and its role in perpetuating racism at the individual, interpersonal, institutional, and cultural levels.

Here is how Irving describes the Jan. 27 workshop: “Who doesn’t know a skeptic?

Using a series of pointed questions, I work with participants to build a graphic map of the groups people belong, and have belonged to, because of social locations and roles throughout U.S. history. Participants will think together about how various groups have and have not had access to rights, resources, representation, and respect, ultimately revealing the social positioning and impacts of white privilege and dispelling illusions of a level playing field.”

In between the two workshops, those who feel the need for additional exploration or debriefing may attend one of the following debriefing sessions, to be held at Ilsley at the following dates and time: • Monday, Dec. 3, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon.

• Tuesday, Dec. 4, 4-5:30 p.m.

• Tuesday, Dec. 4, 6-7:30 p.m.

• Wednesday, Dec. 5, 1:30-3 p.m.

These workshops are both part of the continuing series of “Community Conversations,” offered by Rev. Andy Nagy-Benson and Emily Joselson over the past couple years. The workshops are sponsored by The Congregational Church of Middlebury, SURJ Middlebury (Showing Up for Racial Justice), Middlebury College, The Vermont Book Shop and Ilsley Public Library.

Addison Independent, Thursday, November 22, 2018 — PAGE 3A

Middlebury

Babcock pulls plug on Brandon solar project

(Continued from Page 1A) Along with VTrans officials, the feedback sessions included landscape architect Mark Hamelin

By RUSSELL JONES project never had the selectboard’s of VHB Engineers and Jim Gish, BRANDON — In a surprise support and the town had filed for Middlebury’s community liaison announcement last Thursday, party status opposing it, as had for the downtown rail bridges Nov. 15, Babcock Solar Farm the Rutland Regional Planning project.

LLC filed documents that put an Commission. Atherton noted in Gish said some key themes end to its proposed 2.2 MW solar recent meetings that the town has emerged from the two meetings, project that would have been built supported solar projects in the past including: near Park Street and Country Club and would in the future, but it did • A belief that Triangle Park Road in Brandon. not think this particular proposal should serve as a public space The formal initiative requested was located in the right spot. for events and gatherings to drive an order of dismissal for the Atherton had said during the economic development downtown. project from the Public Utility Nov. 12 Brandon selectboard • Paving stones, as opposed Commission. The Brandon site meeting that he had warned to grass, should be maintained to visit and public hearing that was Babcock representatives when facilitate gathering in portions of scheduled for Monday, Nov. 19, they first discussed the project two Triangle Park. was canceled. years ago that it was • Printer’s Alley should serve as Several residents of not a good location a gateway connecting the Marble Brandon have been “We couldn’t be and they would get Works shopping district and Main outspoken in recent more pleased. pushback from the Street. meetings with the We are looking neighbors.

• Middlebury’s downtown green selectboard and fire forward to The neighbors spaces — such as the town green, district. Their chief renewable were a group of resTHE MIDDLEBURY RAIL Project has produced two options for how to create two downtown Middlebury Printer’s Alley and Riverfront Park concerns focused on idents from Country parks in the former sites of Triangle Park and the Lazarus Department Store Annex. The two designs, which — should be interconnected. building on top of energy, and Club Townhouses, will be discussed at Nov. 27 and Dec. 5 public feedback gatherings, feature varying amounts of grass, trees Since St. Stephen’s Episcopal and hard surfaces. a century-old water Vermont is a which is adjacent to Church is located between the main that runs under leader in that. the proposed site. town green and Triangle Park, the proposed site, as But we felt Jonathan Blake, who it is a major stakeholder in how well as the negative this site was owns property next that public space is eventually aesthetics of the to the site, along with wrong.” re-fashioned and used. Gish said project.

Kathryn Clark and — Carol Byrne Robert Clark were all St. Stephen’s leaders have stressed Fire District Superthe importance of integrating the intendent Raymond vocal opponents. church with the town green and Counter said he was disappointed “We couldn’t be more pleased,” Triangle Park “while still preservin the amount of misinformation said Carol Byrne, a spokesperson ing the sanctity of the (church’s) and criticism that was going on for the Country Club Townhouses. memorial garden.” about the project’s impact on the “We are looking forward to reHamelin, the landscape architect, water line, and the fire district’s newable energy, and Vermont is a has mapped out two landscaping work protecting it. Much of the leader in that. But we felt this site scenarios (see accompanying impublic’s criticism had been direct- was wrong.” ages) for each park, using advice ed at the water district’s board, To avoid future problems logathered from the June and Sepand their seeming reluctance to cating solar sites, Michael Shank, tember meetings. take a more active role against the chair of the Brandon Planning “Both designs try to meet the reproject.

Commission, says the town is quests … to create space that would In an hour-long meeting last asking Brandon residents to help accommodate public events,” Gish week facing such criticism, the determine the best possible solar said. “The (Middlebury) Farmers board had tried to explain the sites in town. Once selected, town Market became the most frequently permitting process the solar farm administrators can steer companies mentioned event that could be held project would face and the op- toward those specific sites in the in the downtown area and would portunities for public opposition, future. The preferred sites, Shank bring people back downtown and but that their role was to ensure said, would be not visible to heavy benefit everyone.” the public water lines remained traffic areas and will not detract Gish also believes both designs viable, not to oppose specific from the beauty of the town. make an effort to “simplify the projects.

Eric Millard, chief commercial space” and “provide the town with “My focus always has been, and officer of Babcock Solar Farms, a platform from which to look more will be in the future, protecting the had been shepherding the project deeply at how (stakeholders) want water line,” Counter said. through the Public Utility Comto use the space in the future.”

From the town’s perspective, mission process. He could not When it coms to Triangle Park, ties, including parks. He confessed Downtown Improvement District and go to tinyurl.com/yc7y3x5v.

Brandon Town Manager Dave be reached for comment before Reporter John Flowers is at one of the design options features some frustration with the way the Commission. She said she was Atherton emphasized that the deadline for this edition. more “hardscape” than the other downtown park planning process disappointed with initial designs johnf@addisonindependent.com. has been unfolding in Middlebury, generated for the two parks, and (which maintains more grass).

State historic preservation offi- believing organizers should have with VTrans’ recent plea for Midcials have determined the Triangle produced basic designs sooner dlebury to hurry in selecting its Park fountain must be kept in place, to serve as templates for public favorite designs.

Ryan also voiced concern the though planners have flexibility in feedback.

“It’s taken so long town’s planning commission, where it can be sited on to get these (designs) development review board (DAC) the property.

“If you were that it’s rushing the — and Middlebury College — Both options also last step,” Hohen- weren’t formally invited to particifeature a new crosswalk going to raise schau said. pate in the vetting of park designs. leading from Triangle a banner over He’s hoping for a That said, she’s heartened by Park to the new park at the heart of big turnout at both the fact that people have two more Printer’s Alley. The se- downtown the Nov. 27 and chances to weigh in in the parks lectboard is considering Middlebury, Dec. 5 meetings, and and believes the planning process WITH a request to name that stressed the impor- is now in a better place. property “Lazarus Fam- (Triangle Park) THE tance of Triangle Park “In order for people to feel good ily Park.” Both options would be the as a focal point with- about the process, the process has depict the new park spot.” as having a pathway — Dave in the downtown’s to be seen through,” Ryan said.

And making it possible to have raised Gish, in the most recent entry bordered by trees and Hohenschau overall landscape.

“If you were going into his rail bridges project blog, shrubs, leading into the and donated over $2,000 to to raise a banner over said the selectboard has asked the Marble Works.

Middlebury resident Dave Ho- the heart of downtown Middlebury, planning commission and the DAC henschau is a professional designer (Triangle Park) would be the spot,” to provide written comments on the design alternatives. and senior planner with Communi- he said.

Amey Ryan is member of the To learn more about the park ty Workshop LLC, a company that helps municipalities engage local Better Middlebury Partnership designs, visit Gish’s blog at midcitizens in planning public ameni- Board and chairs the Middlebury dleburybridges.org/project-blog,

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PAGE 4A — Addison Independent, Thursday, November 22, 2018

A DDIS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Letters

Editorials

to the Editor

No need to rush park choices

Giving thanks to our farmers

It’s never a good sign when you realize “the fix is in.” The expression is used widely in gambling, but also about any process where a just outcome won’t be truly reflected.

As much could be said of the process Middlebury residents are facing with the choice of how Triangle Park will look after the rail bridges project is completed at the junction of Merchants Row and Main Street. (See story top of Page 1A, and drawings on Page 3A.) The site is among the highest valued in town. In Monopoly terms, it’s our Park Place or Boardwalk.

And, yet, drawings were just released by the Vermont Department of Transportation of their two proposed sketches with the admonition to choose a design within the next three weeks. And neither design reflects the creative input residents put forth at earlier public meetings. It’s as if those sentiments were never heard, or that, perhaps, the project engineers knew all along what they wanted to do with that site and that was what they were going to put before the town.

To be clear, it’s not a large space. And the Triangle Park fountain has to be a part of that space. The easiest fix, then, is to create a pleasant looking plot with grass, connecting sidewalks and a few shrubs — and plop the fountain in the middle. And that’s what the town got. Two versions, in fact, of practically the same thing.

That’s a shame, and a waste of a valuable piece of property. It’s like putting a single house — not a hotel — on Park Place or Boardwalk.

And it’s a sham to goad the town into having to respond post haste, as if the planning process for that park will require five months to put into action.

We agree the town can’t doddle for months on end without coming to a decision, but the selectboard could be emboldened to ask VTRANS for 60 days, not three weeks, and give town residents a hint of true representation.

At the one or two public meetings held this fall residents spoke excitedly of opportunities to make that space more creative and interactive — not a passive site to look at but rarely use. Ideas included a prominent place for public gatherings, or a visible corner highlighting the farmer’s market that could expand into the rest of the town green. Or perhaps, some mused, it could host a mini-park for kids, or be a great place for pop-up events that could attract a crowd on short notice. Anything that could actually generate commerce and activity.

The town has an abundance of passive scenic spots, what we need downtown is a place that highlights “visual energy,” not in the mode of lighting but of community activity. The two passive designs put before the town fall short of the ideas that had excited town residents just a few weeks ago.

Angelo Lynn

Feeling grateful Forget the rest of the world for the next day or two and consider the bounty we have all around us.

Colleague and columnist Greg Dennis did just that in his column this week (page 5A), focusing on the “shared things” we have to be grateful for. Among many, there’s our abundance of outdoor recreation, tested but determined downtowns, a vibrant arts scene and community, businesses that serve us well, high quality medical care, a safety network to care for those in need, a savvy farm community that is trying its best to be good stewards of the land, and citizens more than willing to be involved in one good initiative and endeavor after another.

To his list I would add a few personal reflections: • Living on the shores of Lake Dunmore, and sometimes in a cabin in Stowe’s Nebraska Valley, there’s not a morning I wake up that I’m not grateful for the beauty around me. It’s stunning yet welcoming, excites me yet quiets the soul, challenges me but is rarely defeating. When biking the roads through Addison County’s farmland or gaps, running the trails of the Moosalamoo, sailing on Lake Champlain or skiing in the Greens, the landscape and beauty is accessible and intimate in ways not found on a grander scale. Like pure maple syrup warmed in a rough-hewn sugar shack, Vermont has a rugged charm — an under-appreciated trait in a world too focused on adrenaline-infused majesty.

• Community is the bread of our social lives, and if you try, you’ll be overwhelmed with opportunities to do good by and for others. It’s unique to small towns that almost anyone can make a big difference if they want to. Among those who do are citizens serving as board members to our schools, towns, churches and community organizations — heroes all, because without them community doesn’t work.

• Having raised three daughters in the Middlebury area, we’re fortunate to have schools with activities that create well-rounded and educated young men and women. Everything can be improved upon and the community should always strive for higher achievement, but at the end of the day our area schools overcome a lot of obstacles and the students who try, do well.

That’s no easy task, and there’s much for which to be grateful.

• Nothing is as important as a community’s hospital when you need it, and Porter Hospital has been tops in my limited (thankfully) experience. Two of my daughters were born there, and now two of three grandchildren — the most recent just last week, and the care and experience each time has been beyond all expectations.

• Finally, three aspects of life outweigh most others: family, friends and work. As for family, my three daughters, a son-in-law and wife all work with me at the Addison Independent, our two magazines (Vermont Sports and Vermont Ski + Ride) and our newspapers in Brandon and the Killington-based Mountain Times, (and a brother and I have co-owned two papers in Essex and Colchester for over 25 years.) We all work hard and play hard together when we can, which is so much to be thankful for words can’t express. When we’re not working, wonderful friends add much richness and fun to our lives.

As for colleagues at work, and with whom I spend the bulk of my days, they are, and have been, the best. They are dedicated, talented, professional and tirelessly committed to accurately telling the ongoing stories of the county and the statewide issues that affect us. It is a Herculean task that they do so very well, and I’m forever grateful to be here with them.

That’s my short list. What’s yours? Send them to me at angelo@addisonindependent.com, or via the Addy Indy’s Facebook page — and a happy Thanksgiving to all.

Angelo Lynn

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WITH SCHOOLS CLOSED for the Thanksgiving break this week, the sidewalk on Court Street in Middlebury was all but deserted at 3:30 on Monday afternoon, except for one adult on his way to the office.

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London visit gives new perspective As I write this column we are staying in London for the opening of HadesTown, our daughter’s folk opera. The play is a revisitation of the Orpheus and Eurydice Myth that explores a world gone wrong as a result of greed, fear and dehumanizing the “other”. Although written more than a decade ago, the play is eerily resonant with current day America. It’s signature song “Why we build the wall’” echoes the controversy here over Brexit.

Today is the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, or Remembrance Sunday as the English call it. The word “inconceivable” keeps echoing through the day in sermons, in speeches and in news articles: The inconceivable horror of the

By Cheryl First World War — where soldiers Mitchell armed for old-fashioned combat ran up against mechanized warfare.

The inconceivable waste of human life — millions dying at the time or in the aftermath.

The inconceivable destruction of farms and cities — ruining croplands and destroying livelihoods.

The inconceivable loss experienced by families and communities — in many cases whole sports teams, or whole groups of friends from one neighborhood signed up together and never returned.

And always the inconceivable fact that we have not yet learned better ways to solve problems.

At one meeting we attended a woman turned to us and said: “Well at least there is a little ray of hope for your country again.” The English people we met were obviously less engrossed with American politics than we were, but they seemed to have a much clearer view of how events in one nation would affect the wider world.

She believed the changes in the U.S. House of Repre-

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sentatives were a sign that democracy was again taking hold.

It is inspiring to be visiting in a society which has experienced so much destruction, yet people are working hard to live together without fear, with a joy and openness to difference that is rare back home. We felt an immense sense of safety, even walking alone in the wee hours of the night (the theatre world is semi-nocturnal) and could understand why people said it was inconceivable that America has allowed the gun violence to go on for so long.

We noticed the careful attention to providing access for people with disabilities and were not surprised when people said it was inconceivable that in America you would need to request in advance if you needed an accommodation.

We delighted in the variety of languages, appearances, and attitudes of people we met, and seeing the obvious respect in which people held one another; and it was not surprising that people said it was inconceivable that people “as nice as you Americans” could have elected as our president someone who inflames racial and ethnic hatred.

And we were grateful for the obvious questioning that is also encouraged and accepted. People seemed honestly trying to come to grips with the violence in their own hearts and the history of violence in their nation; they were troubled that attempts to support and care for all equitably had not come to fruition. They were worried that there is still no clear path toward sustainable peace.

My experience here in London suggests something (See Ways of Seeing, Page 5A)

Lily the hunter plays with her prey

They’re back. a reproachful expression in his pained Disney eyes.

The area mice have left their summer homes out in the I cried for days. field and have come indoors to spend the winter behind Luckily, we have a cat, Lily. She’s one of those the walls of our old house. At night we can hear them all-business felines that rubs against your legs and derearranging their little matchbox tables and thread spool mands affection until you try to pick her up, at which chairs. point she turns into a wolverine that will leave gashes When I think of them that way, they seem quite sweet. on your chest with her back claws as she vaults out of Except they also sneak into our kitchen, stealing your embrace. She’ll then hide, lest you again try to crumbs and cavorting in the drawers, nibbling on latex overpower her, if not outright murder her, with your gloves and old wine corks. They hoard birdseed in the dastardly cuddles. dishtowel drawer. Last year, they Like most cats, when Lily gets a chewed through the water line that mouse, she bats it about with glee, runs our icemaker. stopping now and then to grin and Little matchbox tables notwithtwirl her whiskers instead of disstanding, I don’t like mice in the patching it quickly. house.

But she has a Hannibal Lecter streak On the other hand, I hate to kill any that goes beyond normal cat evil. To living creature. exact maximum suffering from her I struggle with this. The only effecvictims, she carries them upstairs and

By Jessie Raymond drops them in the bathtub. It’s like her tive way to rid your house of rodents is, let’s face it, to kill them. But until own personal Coliseum. vaporizers become commercially Every few weeks, we are snapped available, there’s no humane method. out of our sleep by the sounds of high-pitched squeaks, Poison is painful and slow-acting. And the upshot pouncing and the occasional falling of a shampoo bottle — the stench of a slowly deteriorating mouse carcass off the edge of the tub. The noise is broken up by long seeping through the walls for days — is nearly unbear- pauses, which I imagine are when a lot of the whisker able (although I do recommend it as an effective appetite twirling takes place. suppressant).

Lily will “play” in the tub this way at length, delighting Glue traps arguably cause less agony, if you’re OK in the knowledge that her prey can’t get away. Why rush with the death by starvation part. Which leaves tradition- the torture when she can savor it? al mousetraps, probably the most expedient approach My first (counterintuitive) instinct is always to save — when they work. We once had a trap that did only 80 the poor mouse. But I refrain. percent of the job, leaving us with a mortally wounded While as a lap cat Lily is a failure, as a mouser she’s but still very much alive mouse who stared up at us with (See Jessie, Page 5A)

Around the bend

The autumn harvest is complete and the season for giving thanks is here. Thanksgiving offers time for family and friends to reconnect, pause and enjoy a few hours together over a meal. As we picture our nation’s fields, forests and barns and the people who work within them, we thank our Vermont farmers for our bounty.

On Thursday, perhaps you will enjoy a fresh Vermont turkey, raised by your neighbor, purchased on-farm or through a coop or grocery store that is committed to offering local food. Or maybe your family prefers a roast of Vermont pork, chicken, lamb or beef. We have a cornucopia of choices, and Vermonters are fortunate to have so many ways to thank our farmers.

From parsnips to potatoes, Vermont farmers fill our Thanksgiving with fresh vegetables. It might be spuds smothered in Green Mountain butter or butternut squash doused in pure Vermont Maple. A farmer made it possible.

And of course, we would not be giving thanks in true celebration, without dessert. Our farmers top off the day with pumpkin, apple or mince pie and fresh dairy whipped or ice cream. It’s a sweet finish for a Thanksgiving meal.

Thanksgiving is also a day to think of those less fortunate.

Vermont farmers are always among the first to help those in need. They often are the first to contribute to their local food shelf or donate fresh products to a gleaning program.

When neighbors help neighbors, their community impact is exponential.

Every Vermonter has the opportunity to give thanks to our farmers for their contributions to our land, water and mountains. They are the keepers of our landscape. Hard work and commitment to Vermont’s environment create open fields and scenic vistas. From stands of maple sugar bush to Christmas tree farms, every day farmers steward our land. Vermonters and visitors alike enjoy and rely on Vermont food, forest products and the space for recreation. We are thankful so much land is left open.

On this day, we also give thanks to all of you who support Vermont agriculture. Choosing local food at your coop or market; buying CSA shares, or supporting your farmer neighbor by visiting them to buy meat, eggs, baked goods, dairy and produce … we feed each other here, in the hills. Committing to local is meaningful and recognized by all of us invested in Vermont agriculture.

We are blessed to have so many around the table thinking of our farmers on Thanksgiving. As we enjoy the food and companionship of Thanksgiving dinner, let us raise a glass — of fresh Vermont milk, cider, beer, wine or spirits — to our farmers. We toast their commitment to agriculture every day, on this day.

Cheers to you and yours, on this Thanksgiving Day. Anson Tebbetts Vermont Secretary of Agriculture

Saving planet means sacrifices

I read the group letter re: climate change with interest. While I agree with the gist of the content, I have one question to pose: What are you willing to give up?

I’m a Baby Boomer. I grew up in the age of technology, that being basically the second half of the 1900s. What was invented during that century was mindboggling, fantastic, impressive and the beginning of the end of human life on Earth, quite possibly.

These fabulous inventions brought on consumerism, the basis of global warming, which is the cause of climate change. As a result of consumerism, every single one of us is responsible for the astronomical problems that we are now facing, problems that we all finally realize are truths and not media hysteria, what with the growing critical weather conditions that are happening and affecting millions of Americans yearly. No more hiding our heads in the sand.

Let me list what we use on a daily basis now that we “could not do without”: Food, shelter, clothing.

The true basics. So, what is it that we use that is extraneous, but which we all feel that we could probably not live without, things that we (See Letter, Page 5A)

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Gratitude for all things local As far as I can tell, only Ameri- Daily Grind has arisen in its place. cans, Canadians and Liberians have • A lively music scene. The a holiday dedicated to the general Festival on-the-Green somehow giving of thanks. manages to be both popular and So as the seas rise, the weather among Vermont’s best-kept secrets. gets weird, and the president tries to Ditto for Ripton’s long-enduring make a mockery of our democracy, and always lively Community it’s a good time to remember those Coffee House. The Town Hall Thethings for which we ater hosts a variety of can be thankful. musical acts, and many Everyone has a list kinds of music shine on of the profoundly perat the college. Again sonal things that merit I’ve probably missed our gratitude. But (or want to keep secret) what of those things a couple other musical we share? We, that is, gems. who live in this quirky • Y e a r - r o u n d county that stretches sports. Whether your from the west coast passion is hockey, tenof New England to nis, basketball, soccer the snowy spine of the or pickleball, there’s Green Mountains. probably a game near Here’s my list: you. Our high school • Three downtowns. sports provide both Having grown up in spectator delights and a small town where life lessons for our every storefront held by Gregory Dennis young people. And if a profitable local busisome of the best Diness, I remain a lover vision III sports in the of small-town downtowns. While nation is your cup of tea, you can Middlebury’s is imperiled by the drink your fill at the college. rail bridges project and the decline • Year-round recreation. The of retail, the downtown is still home prevalence of pond hockey isn’t to a rock-star bookstore, the always what it used to be due to climate tasty Otter Creek Bakery, two inns, change. But the skiing, boating, a good library, a fabulous co-op, an bicycling, hiking and hunting are arts and culture center, Town Hall still outstanding. The fishing ain’t Theater, two galleries, a movie the- bad, either. ater that is so much more, a game • A (partial) economic and store, an outdoor store, a whimsical social safety net. Poverty remains gift shop and a lovely town green. endemic in parts of our county. But And that’s not even counting the at least the poor are not forgotten.

Marble Works or businesses off of Our churches, the John W. Graham Court Street or Exchange Street.

Emergency Shelter, the Charter Vergennes has a lively downtown House, the Open Door Clinic, restaurant scene, plus actual cloth- HOPE (Helping Overcome Povering stores, a pharmacy and an opera ty’s Effects) — along with a long house with stellar acoustics, among list of other nonprofits supported other highlights. by the United Way — continue to Aside from being strikingly strive for a region where the worst picturesque, downtown Bristol of poverty’s effects are eased by has managed to keep most of its caring administrators and a broad storefronts full while also hosting network of volunteers. a couple of lively bars and restau• Nearly full employment. Yes, rants, a pharmacy, a supermarket, there are still too many people who cohousing, and multiple events on have to work two jobs to stay afloat, and too many who still go without the green.

• Speaking of restaurants and health coverage and affordable cafes, Vergennes this year saw a childcare. But as conservatives are successful transition to new own- fond of saying, the best welfare ership at the excellent Vergennes program is a job.

• Agriculture that looks to the Laundry, while also holding on to the Black Sheep, Park Squeeze, future. Whether it’s organic dairies Three Squares, a new ice cream or vegetable and fruit farmers, the shop, a restaurant-bar combo, a county is home to a growing web pizza place — and I’ve probably of localvore agriculture supported forgotten a couple others. I always by organizations like our farmers feel at home at the Bristol Cliffs markets, the co-op and the ACORN Cafe. And while Middlebury lost food network. And as the State Carol’s Hungry Mind this year, the Senate candidacy of Marie Audet

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reminded us, conventional dairy farmers can also be advocates for greener energy and agricultural practices that reduce carbon pollution.

• Other efforts to slow climate change. We live in the birthplace of the 350.org, the world’s most far-flung organization focusing on ways to ease the catastrophic effects of climate change. The statewide affiliate, 350Vermont.org, remains locally active. The college has taken big steps to reduce its carbon pollution, and students there have led the effort to have the college divest out of fossil fuels as part of the worldwide divestment campaign.

The Acorn Energy Co-Op has created one community solar project and is on the verge of constructing another. Several local businesses provide quality solar hot-water and photovoltaic systems. A new local group has emerged to combine climate action with a growing low-carbon economy. Our ski, maple sugar and tourism industries will be the beneficiaries of all these efforts.

• High-quality medical care.

When the UVM system took over Porter and its clinicians, a lot of us worried that healthcare would suffer. But so far, so good.

Led locally by Dr. Fred Kniffin, the UVM system has steadied the ship since taking over. There’s been some progress on a better structure of electronic medical records. And it appears the near-rebellion among the ranks of physicians and nurses is blessedly a thing of the past.

All that, and our local medical (and dental) care remain both competent and compassionate. It’s hard to deliver quality healthcare to rural communities, but Porter and UVM do a pretty good job of it.

• Good and broad-based local government. Our selectboards and town meeting traditions remain alive and well. Plus we’ve got an increasingly progressive contingent of local legislators, who also remain open and accessible to the views of Republicans and independents.

• The Addison County Independent. At a time when the newspaper industry is shrinking, we are very lucky to have this vibrant and informative newspaper in our midst.

That’s my gratitude list. What’s yours?

Gregory Dennis’s column appears here every other Thursday and is archived on his blog at gregdennis.wordpress.com. Email: gregdennisvt@yahoo.com. Twitter: @greengregdennis.

Ways of Seeing (Continued from Page 4A) more fundamental is at the base of our inability or unwillingness to care for one another in America.

I am grateful that our country has never experienced the inconceivable devastation other nations have endured. But perhaps that universal

Jessie (Continued from Page 4A) a champ. We need her services.

And although death by cat is no kinder than poison or traps, I have convinced myself that letting Lily do the dirty work absolves me from direct responsibility.

Cringing, I tiptoe out of bed and close the door so I at least can’t hear the prolonged torment of a helpless animal — an animal, I must remind myself, that thinks the aluminum foil drawer is a latrine.

We had a mouse-in-the-tub night not long ago, replete with the usual desperate squeaks and pouncing noises interspersed with ominous silences. Heavy-hearted, I shut the bedroom door and let the cruel ritual play out.

When I got up in the morning, I found the tub empty save for one tiny organ. A kidney, I believe. (“Always leave something for Miss Manners,” they say.)

I sighed and, in spite of myself, mourned the loss of the defenseless little mouse.

Mark tried to humor me. “He might be OK,” he said. “I mean, it’s possible to live with only one kidney.”

Sure.

I know it’s for the best. Thanks to Lily, my kitchen drawers have stayed clean for over two weeks.

But I like to believe that, somewhere in our walls, a recuperating one-kidneyed mouse is telling his pals to pull up a spool so he can regale them with the tale of his daring escape.

experience of grief and loss has made human connections more important. I pray that we might find a way forward to the day when we Americans say: It is inconceivable that people should be without health care.

It is inconceivable that young children are not given the best possible start in life.

It is inconceivable that families do not receive the help they need to lead happy, productive lives.

It is inconceivable that we aren’t teaching our children to value one another.

Until that day, it is good that there is an emerging ray of hope, as the woman said this morning. Let us do what we can to fan it into a fullblown vision of a world that works for all of us.

Cheryl Mitchell is president of Treleven, a retreat and learning program located on her family’s sheep farm in Addison County.

She does freelance consulting on issues related to children, families, social policy and farm to community work. She can be reached at cheryl.w.mitchell@gmail.com.

Family leave bill a must for business This upcoming legislation session, since day one, and we’ve found it to Vermont lawmakers will again have be an important benefit and a strong the opportunity to create statewide recruiting tool. By passing paid policy that will benefit family leave statewide, everyday working we can differentiate Vermonters as well Vermont while growing as the many small in thoughtful and meanbusinesses that employ ingful ways. them. Thanks to the Over 90 percent of strong work of the working Vermonters House and Senate this are employed by past legislative session, small businesses. paid family and medical We are proud to be a leave insurance nearly small-business state, we became law. Over the will likely always be a summer and fall, the small business state, call for this policy from and that can be a unique workers and businesses strength. It also comes alike has only grown with challenges in how stronger, and the legwe think about the This week’s islature is primed to Community nature of employment, move forward. and we need to address Forum is by Sivan As a small business Cotel, co-founder of these challenges with owner in Vermont, the Stonecutter Spirits smart policies that help passage of a strong in Middlebury and workers and small busipaid family leave bill Highball Social in nesses thrive together. is my priority this Burlington. He is on We need policies like year. A statewide paid the Board of Main paid family and medical family leave program Street Alliance of leave insurance to lead will allow all small Vermont, a statewide the way. businesses in Vermont network of small Vermont is also to offer this important business owners. leading the charge, benefit and increase the nationally, in reformcompetitiveness of the ing healthcare with state’s small businesses to attract forward-looking payment models and retain talented workers. I know that emphasize successful health from experience: we’ve offered paid outcomes rather than the amount of family leave at Stonecutter Spirits health services performed. Paid fam-

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ily leave benefits have been shown to improve short-term and long-term health outcomes for newborns. By introducing a statewide benefit, we’ll be improving the lives of everyday Vermonters while also positioning them for longer-term success.

All of us in Vermont, regardless of political affiliation, generally share the same goals: we want to grow our local economy and keep our families and communities healthy and thriving. Many small business owners want to offer paid family leave to their employees, but can’t on their own. A statewide paid family and medical leave insurance program will eliminate this dilemma across Vermont, protecting our citizens and improving our local economy.

We can’t solve these issues if we fail to act, or if we act with half measures like New Hampshire’s proposed opt-in system. These so called “voluntary” proposals are doomed to fail from the start, and therefore don’t offer what small businesses and working families need.

The creation of a statewide family leave program will support workers while helping level the playing field for small businesses and entrepreneurs as we start and grow our businesses. We all have a stake in ensuring that our next generation has a bright future. This policy will help us achieve our common goals and ensure future generations can thrive.

Letter (Continued from Page 4A) simply take for granted?

• Oil, gas and coal: Fuels for airplanes, cars, buses, trains, trucks, tankers bringing cheap crap from Asia for us to buy; heating fuel; industries; electricity; metal and plastic production.

• Electricity, which runs the world: The lights in your house, your flushing toilet; oxygen tanks; running water (while we still have it — this will be the first thing that countries fight over); your computer and cell phone; newspaper; instant-on heat; hot showers; microwaves; refrigerators; washers and dryers.

• Food: Pesticides/fungicides/ herbicides/rodenticides — all poisons on your table; meat/ seafood/poultry, all of which now have antibiotics and hormones added to their bodies that we eat or drink, plus their feces, which make tremendous amounts of methane, a huge air pollutant; pills to keep us living ‘til we’re 100, to keep us sane, to keep us quiet.

• Plastics: Body parts, computers, iPhones, DVD’s, cd’s, televisions; beverage and food containers; plastic wraps and bags; vinyl siding; body cleansing and make-up containers; pill bottles; pens; Scotch tape; fans and air conditioners; eyeglasses; toothpaste tubes; condoms…

In other words, almost everything.

The lists could go on and on, and they are often interchangeable.

Look around your house, your car, your office. What did you need vs. what did you want? Do you feel that you have to update every year in order to “get the latest” and follow trends and programs with your phones, cars, or computers, if not your clothing or diet? Have you looked at your local landfill lately and at the things that have been

thrown out? Unbelievable.

The U.S leads the planet in pollution production, not only in what we make ourselves here, but what is made in other countries for us — mainly China and India — whose skies are now choked with the byproducts of industry, as well as their pouring tons of waste plastics and chemicals into the Pacific Ocean.

I don’t want to sound like a total downer, but, indeed, we are, quite obviously, in trouble. To “make good” we — and I mean everyone of the planet — would have to give up quite a lot at this point in order to survive with food and shelter.

That’s something that we will not do, simply because we’re used to having it all — and are now paying the price, as happens in these circumstances, with global warming.

Other countries are now making the same mistakes as they scurry to catch up with our consumerism, so air, water and land pollution are growing at an uncontrollable and alarming rate. Overpopulation around the planet is a huge part of the problem, as well, as many people now have expectations: Products that they’re working towards to “improve” their lives —those that we Americans have.

Many older people are now

shaking their heads — having done their bit with the problem — and saying that the next generation is screwed. Well, sadly, yes, they are. But no one is changing his/her lifestyle. We all groan and moan about the total mess our planet has become and leave it at that. Why? Historically, humans won’t do anything until the federal government enacts a law to do it. Doesn’t say much for us, does it?

Imagine if we had no cars, no computers, no restaurants, no grocery stores, no gas stations, no dollars stores. We scream and shake our heads about dirty politics or now commonplace mass killings or plastic islands in the Pacific or racism or heroin or #MeToo or the price of food or global warming or whatever gets our goat. It’s almost like hearing shrieks about football plays from the armchair sports fanatics … here one minute, gone the next, as we settle back into our routines of complacency and apathy.

Yes, those things make a difference in our lives, but they don’t keep us living. The Earth’s topographical survival is, at this point, our own.

It’s really quite sad, isn’t it? We were given Heaven and have made it into Hell.

Carolyn Van Vleck Cornwall

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Obituaries

Philip Benedict, 90, Bristol

Audrey Abernethy, 92, Bristol BRISTOL — Audrey Abernethy, age 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018, at Living Well Nursing Home in Bristol, Vt. She was born on Sept. 17, 1926 in Sunderland, England. After school she enlisted in the British Army serving as a nurse in Malaya during the Malayan Emergency. Following the army she met and married Kenneth Abernethy in Sunderland, they moved to Scotland, and then emigrated to the United States in 1967.

She worked for many years at St. John’s Hospital in Smithtown, N.Y. They retired to Monkton, Vt., and after Kenneth passed away she moved from Monkton to Bristol.

As well as raising a family, her interests included fishing, pets and the outdoors. Many will remember her walking her dog around Bristol always happy, smiling and quick with a joke.

She is survived by her three children; Geoffrey, Andrew, and Kathleen; six grand children, Robert, Michael, Jennifer, Ian, Derek, and

AUDREY ABERNETHY Owen; and one great-grandchild, Jayde. The Abernethy family would like to extend our gratitude to all the staff at Living Well for their attentiveness and loving care.◊

BRISTOL — Philip S. Benedict died on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at the age of 90. He was born on June 1, 1928, to Abe and Delia (Odette) Benedict.

He was predeceased by his parents and two sisters and one brother. He is survived by his wife Mae (McDowell) after 68 years of happiness. He is survived by two sons; Niles Benedict of Bristol, Vt., and Brian Benedict and his wife Valerie and Grandson Philip of Saratoga Springs, N.Y. He also has one surviving sibling, George Benedict of Green Valley, Ariz.

Philip only had three jobs in his lifetime: Stowe Family Farm in New Haven, Vt., Park Filling Station in Bristol, Vt. and The Standard Register Company, retiring in 1989.

Philip was an avid sportsman and enjoyed hunting, trapping and fishing for all of his lifetime.

The family would like to thank all who have shown us love and support at this time. Special thanks to Addison County Hospice, the RNs and many volunteers of same who have helped us greatly.

Visiting hours will be held

PHILIP S BENEDICT on Saturday, Nov. 24, at Brown McClay Funeral Home in Bristol from 10 to 11 a.m. with a funeral at the funeral home being held at 11 a.m. To send online condolences to his family visit brownmcclayfuneralhomes.com.◊

James Apgar, 62, Lincoln LINCOLN — James Wire Apgar, 62, of Lincoln, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, at his uniquely customized South Lincoln home in the early morning hours on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.

He was born on July 23, 1956, in Cranford, N.J., the fourth of 11 children born to George Wire and Kathleen (Wilson) Apgar. The Apgar family moved to New Haven, Vt., in 1972, at which time Jim started attending Mount Abraham High School, where he met his future wife and partner, Mary Pechie. Following high school, the two moved to San Diego, Calif., where they married on Dec. 9, 1978. After their two children were born, Jim and Mary moved back to Vermont in February of 1986 to raise their family.

Immediately upon his return to Vermont, Jim began his long, illustrious career as a carpenter, contractor, and handyman extraordinaire.

He would tackle puzzles and problems that nobody else would take on, with MacGyver-like creativity,

ingenuity, and a will and determination that would never quit. If there was a way to do it, Jim Apgar would dream it up and figure it out, and he wouldn’t stop until it was done, prompting the well worn phrase “it was Jimmy-Rigged.”

His expertise and imagination served him well at Mile Point and surrounding bays on Lake Champlain near Panton, Vt., where he was the caretaker for numerous properties. He left a lasting legacy there and beyond with his unique creations, including rock gardens and landscaping projects, grapevine staircases, and a mind-bending, mushroom-shaped gazebo. His most impressive creations, however, were saved for his own home, which features a spiral chimney, an opticalillusion cedar wall, and a pie-wedge JAMES WIRE APGAR round deck.

Jim was known far and wide for his playfulness, his infectious smile He is survived by his beloved and booming laugh, his fun-loving wife, Mary; his son, Dustin and his parties and antics, and his love of wife Kim, of Phoenix, Ariz.; his babies and children. daughter, Amanda and her husband,

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A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25, at the Mount Abraham Union High School gymnasium.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jim for Glioblastoma Brain Cancer research can be sent to Duke Cancer Institute at: 710 W. Main Street, Suite 200, Durham, NC 27701.

Jim will be forever loved by all those he touched, helped, and inspired. His larger-than-life presence will live on in our hearts, and his spirit will always roam the back roads of Lincoln.◊

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THE THANKSGIVING TURKEYS on our tables this holiday originated from native wild turkeys whose populations have been restored across much of North America thanks to scientific wildlife management practices.

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How the American wild turkey contributed to Thanksgiving

VERMONT — One of our native wildlife species historically played an important role on Thanksgiving Day. North America’s native wild turkeys were the ancestors of the Thanksgiving turkey on our dinner table.

Originally found only in the wild, turkeys now exist as meatproducing domesticated derivatives —the broad breasted white, broad breasted bronze, white Holland, bourbon red, and a host of other breeds — all of them descended from our native wild turkey.

Wild turkeys exist throughout Vermont today, but that wasn’t always the case. Wild turkeys disappeared from Vermont in the mid-to-late 1800s due to habitat destruction when land was cleared

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SALISBURY — The Salisbury Public Library held the drawing for their annual Turkey Raffle last week. Winners were: the turkey, Mary Kemp; Breakfast basket, Tom Drew; Paddlers Pub gift certificate, Shannon Palmer; Parlour gift certificate, Chris Voda; maple syrup, Sheila Conroy; and maple syrup, Neil Mackey.

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for farming and only 25 percent of the state was covered by forest.

The wild turkeys we see in Vermont today originated from just 31 wild turkeys stocked in Rutland County by the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department in 1969 and 1970, when Vermont’s forest habitat was once again capable of supporting turkeys.

State wildlife biologists moved groups of these birds northward, and today Vermont’s population of turkeys is estimated at close to 50,000.

This is just one of many wildlife restoration success stories we can be thankful for in 2018. Funding for Vermont’s wild turkey restoration was derived from the sale of hunting licenses and a federal tax on hunting equipment.

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the raffle a success.

Any organizations that are considering submitting requests for funding from the town for the next fiscal year should contact town clerk Sue Scott, at 352-4228, immediately to determine what paper work needs to be presented.

Area schools are closed for Thanksgiving break this week.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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(Continued from Page 1A) some exciting new announcements in the near future, he added, perhaps after the first of the year.

Bradley’s coffee meetings have also produced a lot of daydreaming and brainstorming about THT’s recent purchase of the building next door, which used to house The Diner, and before that, Steve’s Park Diner.

“I’ve gotten lots of terrific ideas about how to use the Diner space,” he said. “Enough to fill the calendar.”

Town Hall Theater purchased the Diner for $300,000 in June. THT officials have hinted that some sort of eatery could fit into the organization’s long-term plans for the space, but until then diners will have to look elsewhere.

“Middlebury could really use a cheap breakfast spot in this particular location, and we would love to find a way to bring that back, but the kitchen facilities were not in good shape and most of it had to EVEN AS MARK Bradley manages the controlled chaos that is THT’s come out,” Bradley said. Running a diner would have required a huge whiteboard calendar (left) the new executive director and his team are investment, one that THT didn’t see working to reconfigure the Diner building next door to provide additional space for theater operations and events. as the best use of its resources, he Independent photo/John S. McCright added.

For now, “our number-one goal is to get the place opened back up so and creativity exist within this director, is terrific to work with,” he the community can start using it,” community,” he said. “It’s a dream said. “They all do it because they love Bradley said. come true to be in a community it and know that even the mere act THT, which has struggled with a like this that really intrinsically of rehearsing and playing as a team shortage of space since it opened, has understands the value enriches their lives and, hired experts to help administrators of the performing arts. as a result, the life of reconceive and reconfigure the And we have a big-city “I’m just the community. Playing Diner building to house additional education program. I continually music on any level classroom and office spaces, plus an cannot stress how vital astounded accesses a different event space and perhaps even a bar. and important this work part of the brain — it’s by how much “Our ultimate strategy is trying is for us, preparing therapeutic in a sense.” a few things out, but one thing all young people to be talent and Bradley also looks of our ideas have in common is that performers and audience vision and forward to playing we’re going to be doing events in members and future creativity exist chamber music the Diner.” supporters. The level of within this informally, he said.

Programming could begin next development that’s gone community.”

“I’m always up for spring, perhaps sooner, he said. into the program is really playing something, no — Mark Bradley Next month, during Midd Night impressive.” matter the level of the Stroll — the downtown shopping Taking over other person.” promotion on the evenings of Dec. 6 Anderson’s executive duties is going Back in the THT offices, there’s and 13 — THT will open the Diner well, he said. plenty of work for an executive building for tours.

“Our board of directors put a lot director to do — much of it involving “That will give us of thought and care into spreadsheets. He gets a kick out of an opportunity to talk the transition. It’s helping that part of his job, too. about our plans for the “I cannot stress Doug (as artistic director) “I once dressed up as a spreadsheet space and show people how vital and focus on what he loves for Halloween.” what it might look like important this and is good at, which is For a list of upcoming events in the future,” Bradley different from what I love and ticket information, visit work is for said. “It might not and am good at. We’re a townhalltheater.org. look like much right us, preparing good fit for each other.

Reach Christopher Ross at now, but there is a young people to “It’s nice having christopherr@addisonindependent. lot of work going on be performers Doug here for me,” he com. behind the scenes.” added. “He has so much and audience Longer term, THT members institutional knowledge hopes to replace the and can help me shape current Diner building and future the vision for the future with an annex to the supporters.” in a way that makes — Mark Bradley sense theater. with what’s In the meantime already happened. We’re Bradley is getting to know his new planning not just for the year ahead surroundings. Since day one, he but for the next 10 years.” said, two things have really stood Bradley, who studied clarinet at out for him at THT — the theater’s McGill University and played the relationship with its resident instrument professionally in Quebec, companies and the depth and has also managed to squeeze in some strength of its education programs. music time of his own.

“I’m just continually astounded “Midd Winds is a delightful by how much talent and vision group of people, and Jerry Shed, the

(Continued from Page 1A) will review the top five finishers and pick a winner. That winner will get bragging rights and $500 to help them better perform their student safety duties. And their school will get a first prize of $10,000. The organization will give $7,500 to the second-place finisher’s school and $5,000 for third place. Vote for Woods at tinyurl.com/yaeewd8x.

“Rain, snow or shine, (Woods) is out there smiling and waving to those crossing as well as those driving — sometimes bedecked with her tiara and wand and dispensing pencils,” reads Woods’ bio for the competition.

VUHS play crew thankful for support musical endeavors! You’re the The cast and crew of TOP! “Anything Goes” would A special shout out to: like to thank some special of appreciation Bixby Memorial Free Library, local businesses for their Neat Repeats, Sweet Charity generosity of props, publicity and ReSource Store in Williston. and financial support for our With gratitude, weekend shows at Vergennes Union Jolie Gramling on behalf of the High School. It was a grand success VUHS Music Department and we could not do this without the Vergennes local community support of all our

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Vergennes musician Chad Conant was recently one of the 15 finalists in the Advance Music Singer Songwriter Contest, which wrapped up Oct. 30 at Higher Ground in South Burlington. This indie-folk artist showcased a solid set of tunes. His influences include the Avett Brothers and Gregory Isakov.

He opened and closed his set with a banjo, dedicating his last tune to his wife, Amy. Although he didn’t win,

judge Julie Beerworth (a VUHS teacher) pointed out that Chad did make it through qualifying rounds to get to the finals.

The folks at Vergennes Union High School said their fall musical, “Anything Goes,” was a huge success, filling the VUHS auditorium for three nights this past weekend. A couple acknowledgements for help with the show were left out of the playbill. The cast and crew meant to also thank some special local organizations for their generosity of props, publicity and financial support: Bixby Memorial Free Library, Neat Repeats, Sweet Charity and ReSource Store in Williston.

The Middlebury United Methodist Church at the corner of North Pleasant and Seminary streets will be hosting a “free winter clothing giveaway” on several upcoming days. It’s an annual effort by the church to keep people warm during the cold months. The giveaway is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 23, from 2-5 p.m.; Saturday,

Nov. 24, from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 30, from 2-5 p.m.; and Saturday, Dec. 1, from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Anyone needing warm attire in invited.

United States Forest Service officials remind Vermonters they can harvest their own Christmas tree from approved locations in the Green Mountain National Forest at the bargain rate of $5. You just need to acquire the requisite tree removal permit from one of the Forest Service offices located in Rutland, Manchester Center or Rochester. Maps are available when you purchase your permit. The non-refundable permit must be attached to the tree — which can’t be more than 20 feet tall — before taking it.

The height of the tree stump left after a tree has been cut should be six inches or less above the soil.

Only one Christmas tree permit will be issued per household per year. Trees obtained under the Christmas tree permit may not be resold. For more information, call the Rochester Ranger Station at 802-767-4261.

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Don’s annual Thanksgiving dinner in Middlebury. Thursday, Nov. 22, noon-2 p.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Come and enjoy this free community Thanksgiving lunch.

Menu includes turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy squash, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, rolls, pumpkin pie and blueberry cream pie.

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Age Well Senior Luncheon in Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m., Glass Onion, Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave. Middlebury Doors open at 11 a.m. Meal served at noon. Chef’s Choice — always delicious — includes Age Well Senior Luncheon in beverage and dessert. 72 hours advanced notice Vergennes. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m., required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. $5 Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388BBQ chicken breast, mashed potatoes, beets with 2287 to inquire. orange sauce, wheat bread and pineapple chunks.

“Light of Christmas” marketplace in Bristol. Friday, Bring your own place setting. 72 hours advanced Nov. 30, 1-5 p.m., St Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School Holiday craft fair in Bridport. Friday, notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377St. Featuring craft shop, bake shop, mercy Creation Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., gift shop, doll & jewelry shop, wonder jars, silent Masonic Hall, Middle Rd. Over auction, attic treasures and fabulous raffles — hand50 crafters with handcrafted quality made quilt, theme baskets filled with great items, merchandise at country prices.

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Free clothing giveaway in Friday, Nov. 23, 2-5 p.m., Middlebury LEARN TO DANCE SWING, LATIN & BALLROOM. Friday nights, Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, United Methodist Church, North November 9, 16, 23, 30th. 7-8pm Swing Class. 8-9pm Dance 2-5 p.m., Middlebury United Pleasant St. Warm coats, hats, gloves/ Church, North Pleasant Practice. Beginning level, no experience required.Classes held at the Methodist mittens, sweaters, boots.

St. Warm coats, hats, gloves/ Cornwall Town Hall on Rt. 30. $50 per person for a 4 week series mittens, sweaters, boots. of a one hour lesson each week. Please bring clean shoes to wear Pizza Bake in Ripton. Friday, Nov. 30, 5-6:30 p.m. Ripton on the dance floor. Call John 802-897-7500.

Elementary School, 753 Lincoln Early bird/hunters breakRd. Support Friends of Ripton fast in South Starksboro.

School by ordering delicious Saturday, Nov. 24, 7-10 a.m., Jerusalem 1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their handmade wood-fired pizzas cooked to order.

Schoolhouse. All you care to eat buffet breakfast. spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call Proceeds support enrichment activities for Ripton Tickets $9 ages 12 and over/$4 ages 5-11.

ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Elementary School students. Pizza choices include Holiday craft fair in Bridport. Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 “Can the Republican Party be Saved? Can Cheese $12, Pepperoni $15, or Sausage and a.m.-4 p.m., Masonic Hall, Middle Rd. Over 50 craftAmerica?” Bill Kristol lectures in Middlebury.

Mushroom $15. Gluten free crust available. Call ers with handcrafted quality merchandise at country Tuesday, Nov. 27, 4:30-6 p.m., Dana Auditorium, 802-388-2208 or email wleeds@acsdvt.org before 2 prices.

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Free clothing giveaway in Middlebury. Saturday, of “The Weekly Standard,” and a regular on ABC’s Bingo Fundraiser in Salisbury. Friday, Nov. 30, 6 p.m., Nov. 24, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Middlebury United “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” and Salisbury Community School. Lots of prizes from Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. Warm coats, other leading political commentary shows. In 2016 local businesses. come support 5th and 6th graders. hats, gloves/mittens, sweaters, boots.

Kristol emerged as a prominent Republican critic Middlebury Wind Ensemble in Bristol. Friday, Nov. 30, Small Business Saturday in Brandon. Saturday, of then-candidate Donald J. Trump. He remains a 7 p.m., Mount Abraham Union High School, Airport Nov. 24. Shop local. This celebratory day was vocal critic of the President.

Rd. Come hear world premiers of Timothy Cummings’ founded to encourage consumers across the counsetting of three traditional American songs for Cauld try to support local, small businesses within their Wind, a local ensemble of Scottish small piper and hometowns wind ensemble and Bristol resident Karen Swanson’s Alpaca holiday open house in Brandon. Saturday, arrangement of short excerpts of Carl Orff’s monuLegal and financial planning for Nov. 24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Maple View Alpaca Farm, mental oratorio Carmina Burana for wind ensemble.

Alzheimer’s disease workshop in 185 Adams Rd. Learn about these gentle, intelligent The concert will include music by Paul Hindemith, Middlebury. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 3:30 p.m., fiber animals and how their fleece is turned into yarn Percy Granger, Leonard Bernstein, and others.

The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. An and other products. The FeltLOOM, which creates informative workshop, led by volunteer commufelt fabric from carded fiber, will be demonstrated nity educator Lauren Bierman. The workshop will on both days. More info at 802-247-5412, mvfalexplore the unique legal and financial issues that pacas@gmail.com or mapleviewfarmalpacas.com.

Holiday Stroll in Vergennes. Saturday, arise with a diagnosis of dementia and how to put “King Pede” card party in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Locations downtown. plans in place. Free and open to the public. Fully Nov. 24, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Celebrate the holidays in Vergennes with accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220 or Community Center, Route 7. The evening begins at breakfast with Santa, Craft Fair at VUHS, Bixby Library pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

6:30 PM with a sandwich supper and then on to the activities, Pictures with Santa, storytelling and crafts games! King Pede is a unique game that involves Leath Tonino in Middlebury. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 6 at the Opera House, Caroling on Main Street, other p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. Vermont author “trick-taking” techniques such as in Hearts and activities and Lighting of the Park. For a full schedule Tonino will discuss “The Animal One Thousand Spades or Pitch. This is a game of fun and skill so of events visit VergennesDowntown.org or follow on Miles Long,” a book of essays she wrote about the come prepared to use your strategic thinking. social media @VergennesPartnership. state of Vermont Breakfast with Santa in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 8-10:30 a.m., Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd. Breakfast, an elf band and chorus, crafts Alpaca holiday open house in for the kids, and of course a visit with Santa. Tickets $5 Age Well Senior Luncheon in Brandon. Sunday, Nov. 25 11 a.m.-4 p.m., for kids/$7 for adults. All proceeds benefit the VUHS Vergennes. Thursday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m., Maple View Alpaca Farm, 185 Adams Rd. music program.

Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Learn about these gentle, intelligent fiber animals “Light of Christmas” marketplace in Bristol.

Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. and how their fleece is turned into yarn and other Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St Ambrose Parish for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of products. The FeltLOOM, which creates felt fabric Hall, 11 School St. Featuring craft shop, bake shop, roast pork, sweet potatoes, broccoli florets, dinner from carded fiber, will be demonstrated on both mercy Creation gift shop, doll & jewelry shop, wonder roll, warm applesauce and a congo bar. Bring your days. More info at 802-247-5412, mvfalpacas@ jars, silent auction, attic treasures and fabulous raffles own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours gmail.com or mapleviewfarmalpacas.com.

— hand-made quilt, theme baskets filled with great advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve “Kitchen Talk (Tonk) from Red Rock Farm.” in items, 50/50.

802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and Addison. Sunday, Nov. 25, 3 p.m., Addison Fire Holiday baskets silent auction in Vergennes. their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided.

Station, 44 Rt. 17, just west of Addison 4 Corners.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bixby Memorial Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

At the Addison Town Historical Society meeting, Library, 258 Main St. Part of the little city’s Holiday Eugene and Judy Charlebois will share experi- “The Midterm Elections of 2018: What Happened, Stroll. Bidding on items closes at 1:45 p.m. and bids and What Comes Next?” talk in Middlebury. ences they’ve had over the years in their 1810 can be taken home or picked up later.

Thursday, Nov. 29, 4 p.m., The Residence at stone house. Traditional music has played a big role St. Paul’s annual Christmas bazaar in Orwell.

Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Middlebury College in their days at Red Rock Farm. Light refreshments.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Orwell Town Hall, 436 Professor Emeritus Eric Davis addresses why the Non-members are asked for a donation.

Main St. Handmade gifts, crafts, decorations, ornaelections on November 6 for the U.S. House and Memory tree lighting in Brandon. Sunday, Nov. 25, ments, wreaths, raffle, basket raffle, flea market, bake U.S. Senate turn out the way they did, the results of 3:30 p.m., Brandon Town Hall, 1 Conant Sq. Catch sale, lunch and refreshments. All proceeds benefit the Vermont elections and some of the likely consethe magic of the season with singing from OVUHS St. Paul’s Church. More info contact Kathy Buxton at quences of the election results. Free and open to Chorale and the Brandon Festival Singers. At 4 p.m.

802-948-2049. the public. Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at the Memory Tree is lit for the season.

Christmas bazaar in Bristol. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 802-388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com. a.m.-2 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol, Park St. “The Betasab Project: The Global Family Initiative Attic Treasures, great crafts, Rada knives, items Helping Orphans and Women in Ethiopia” in made by African ladies and silent auction items which Bristol. Thursday, Nov. 29, 7-8:30 p.m., Lawrence will include antiques and much more. Have a lunch Veterans’ luncheon in Middlebury.

Memorial Library, 40 North St. Learn more about of homemade soup and a sandwich and buy some Monday, Nov. 26, 1 p.m., The Residence a program designed to aid those without parents baked goods to take home such as some homemade at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Calling all when Claudia Cooper presents on the “Betasab donuts, fudge or other delicious goodies.

Veterans to this a monthly complimentary luncheon Project.” Part of the One World Library Project. All Christmas bazaar and Santa visit in Bristol. Saturday, for those who have served. Come meet other are welcome. Free and accessible.

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Free and open to all Veterans. Fully accessible.

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Come see creativity run riot at the Vermont Folklife Center’s annual Gingerbread house competition. The show opens on Friday, Nov. 30, from 4-6 p.m. at the Folklife Center at 88 Main St. in Middlebury.

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Age Well senior luncheon in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 3, 11:15 a.m., Middlebury Inn, 14 Court Sq. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Lunch at noon of whole grain roll with butter, tomato bisque, mixed green salad with choice of maple vinaigrette or herbed ranch dressing, lemon pepper chicken, wild rice, vegetable du jour, orange pound cake with citrus drizzle, coffee, tea, water, or milk. Advanced tickets required by Nov. 20. $5 donat i o n does not include gratuity.

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Bill Kristol, founder and editor at large of “The Weekly Standard,” and a regular on ABC’s “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” and other leading political commentary shows will discuss “Can the Republican Party be Saved? Can America?” on Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 4:30-6 p.m., Dana Auditorium, at 356 College St. in Middlebury.

North St. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at 10 a.m.

Come and enjoy homemade baked goods, candies, crafts, and a large silent auction — perfect for gift giving. Check out the winter yard sale of attic treasures. Lunch starting at noon of homemade soups, sandwiches, cookies, and Christmas tea.

Very Merry Middlebury commences in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., downtown.

Opening day of Middlebury’s annual holiday festivities begins when Santa arrives at 9:30 a.m. and continues with Santa visits at the Middlebury Inn from 10 a.m.noon, free milk and cookies at Kiss the Cook from 10 a.m.-noon, free gift wrapping at Community Barn Ventures from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and the Hot Cocoa hut serving up cocoa and fixings from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for 25 cents a cup.

Sheldon Museum’s annual Holiday Open House in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Enjoy the elaborate model train layout, carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano, and a Miniature Christmas Tree Raffle.

The raffle features 20 creative trees decorated by local artists. See two holiday exhibits: Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You, and An Over the Top Holiday.

Admission by donation. More info at 802-388-2117 or HenrySheldonMuseum.org.

Old-fashioned visits with Santa in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-noon. Middlebury Inn, 16 Court Sq. Bring the tots to see the jolly old elf. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Holiday pottery sale in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Route 7.

Pottery by Kathy Clarke, Ken Martin, Instructors, local potters, studio assistants and students. Handmade holiday gifts at affordable prices, also cards, jewelry, paintings and some surprises. Everything is locally made. A fundraiser to benefit the school.

Make your own graham cracker gingerbread house in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Community Room. Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. All materials provided. Free.

Free clothing giveaway in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. Warm coats, hats, gloves/ mittens, sweaters, boots.

Caroling, Caroling! in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury, 2 Main St. All are welcome to gather on the front steps in cozy attire to celebrate the season with festive songs.

Santa Reads “The Night Before Christmas” in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30 -11 a.m. Bixby Memorial Library 258 Main St. Join Santa as he reads Clement Moore’s classic Christmas tale. Part of the little city’s Holiday Stroll.

Jon Gailmor in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 11-11:45 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Jon Gailmor plays holiday favorites as part of the Vergennes Holiday Stroll.

Prize bingo in Leicester. *CHANGED From Dec. 8* Saturday, Dec. 1, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 19 Schoolhouse Rd. All are welcome and refreshments served.

Meet Vermont author Ellen Stimson in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 3-4 p.m., Kiss the Cook, Merchants Row. “Ellen reads like Erma Bombeck meets E. B. White (with a dash of Elizabeth Gilbert thrown in).

She’s a natural storyteller and openhearted lover of her family, her animals, and her big chaotic life.” — Boston Globe. Complimentary refreshments served.

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Sheldon Museum’s annual Holiday Open House in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 2, noon-4 p.m. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Enjoy the elaborate model train layout, carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano, and a Miniature Christmas Tree Raffle. The raffle features 20 creative trees decorated by local artists. See two holiday exhibits: Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You, and An Over the Top Holiday. Admission by donation. More info at 802-388-2117 or HenrySheldonMuseum.org.

Holiday auction in Brandon. Sunday, Dec. 2, 1:30 p.m., Brandon Free Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Be a part of an entertaining and philanthropic event. The Friends of the Brandon Library host this auction. Fun, laughter, camaraderie and a bit of wine and cheese too. Preview at 1:30 p.m. Auction begins promptly at 2 p.m. More info at info@brandonpubliclibrary.org or 802-247-8230.

Middlebury Wind Ensemble in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 2, at 4 p.m., at Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Come hear world premiers of Timothy Cummings’ setting of three traditional American songs for Cauld Wind, a local ensemble of Scottish small piper and wind ensemble and Bristol resident Karen Swanson’s arrangement of short excerpts of Carl Orff’s monumental oratorio Carmina Burana for wind ensemble. The concert will include music by Paul Hindemith, Percy Granger, Leonard Bernstein, and others.

Chicken and Biscuit Dinner in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 2, 5-6 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church, Rt. 7 and Seminary Street. A warm meal to fill your tummy. Adults $8.

Meals on Wheels. Call Michelle to reserve 802-3771419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

The Music of 209 on stage in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 3, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Students in Su Lian Tan’s Music I course perform original compositions in a semester-end celebration of their work. Free

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Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes.

Tuesday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal at noon of Italian mini meatloaves with marinara sauce and parmesan cheese over seasoned cavatappi pasta, Italian vegetables, wheat bread, and mandarin oranges with whipped topping.

Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation.

72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Adult drop-in crafts in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Free. All materials provided.

Warren Miller’s “Face of Winter” on screen in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. New and veteran athletes alike pay tribute to the man who started it all in “Face of Winter,” the 69th installment from Warren Miller Entertainment (WME). Tickets, $20 general admission (includes $2 preservation fee). Group tickets available for $17 when purchasing 10 or more tickets (includes $2 preservation fee). available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

Lecture demonstration with Matea Mills-Andruk in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Middlebury College senior Mills-Andruk will synthesize her research in the fields of dance and gender studies with this event combining movement work and the performance of written scholarship. Free.

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Age Well senior luncheon in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 11:15 a.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Rd. Doors open at 11:15 a.m. Meal of chicken fingers with duck sauce, home fries, green beans, wheat dinner roll and peaches served at noon. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided.

Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Brandon Town Hall Moonlight Madness in Brandon.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4-8 p.m., Brandon Town Hall 1 Conant Sq., and businesses around town. Twentytwo vendors up and downstairs in the Brandon Town Hall. Chili and soup available for sale by Friends of Town Hall along with coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

Moonlight Madness in Brandon. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4-9 p.m., downtown. A time for shopping local with sales, discounts and specials. Stroll through downtown and drive to the outskirts. Enjoy the sights and sounds and visit with friends and neighbors. It is a time to catch a scrumptious bite to eat or warm up with something warm to drink. And last but not least, it is a time to support your neighbors and keep it local.

“Taking Flight” performed in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. A “lightly produced” showing of dance experiments by the new batch of choreographers emerging from the Beginning Dance course facilitated by Christal Brown and the Improvisational Practices course, facilitated by Lida Winfield, Michael Chorney, and Deborah Felmeth. Free.

“The Wyeths: First Family of American Art” in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Shelburne Museum director Thomas Denenberg discusses the Wyeths — N. C. (1882–1945), Andrew (1917–2009), and Jamie (b.

1946) — and offers new perspectives on these three painters. Parts of the Vermont Humanities Council First Wednesdays series.

Warren Miller’s “Face of Winter” on screen in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. New and veteran athletes alike pay tribute to the man who started it all in “Face of Winter,” the 69th installment from Warren Miller Entertainment (WME). Tickets, $20 general admission (includes $2 preservation fee). Group tickets available for $17 when purchasing 10 or more tickets (includes $2 preservation fee). available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

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Cédric Tiberghien, Piano in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Tiberghien presents a program celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice, featuring works composed during every year of the war — by composers from Poland (Szymanowski), Russia (Scriabin), Germany (Hindemith), France (Debussy), and England (Bridge) — including a work written for a pianist who lost his arm in battle.

Reserved seating. Tickets: $22 Public/$16 Midd ID holders/$10 Youth/$6 Midd students.

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Senior meal in Bristol. Thursday, Dec. 6, noon, First Baptist Church of Bristol, Park St. Menu includes roast turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, homemade rolls, cranberry sauce and pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting. Suggested donation $4. To be on the list call Nancy at 802-453-5276.

Come early to meet with friends and make new ones.

Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of cheese ravioli with meat sauce, parmesan cheese, winter mixed vegetables, biscuit and fruit yogurt parfait. Bring your own place setting.

72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

MiddNight at the Teen Center in Middlebury.

Thursday, Dec. 6, 1-8 p.m., Addison Central Teens, 77 Mary Hogan Dr. Teen friendly holiday games and snacks. Free.

Film and Media Culture fall student screening in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 4 and 7 p.m., Room 232, Axinn Center, Middlebury College. Join the Department of Film and Media Culture for the annual fall showcase of student work produced in Sight and Sound II and 3D Computer Animation.

Free.

The Dance Company of Middlebury: In-Progress Showing in Middlebury. Thursday, December 6, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. The company is teaching and performing in a variety of communities, using dance as a platform for personal truth–telling and bridge building. This research will culminate in an original evening length work to be performed and toured in January. Come take a sneak peek at “Warrior Work: Show Up. Tell the Truth.” Free.

Christmas decorating contest in Brandon.

Tuesday, Dec. 6, 5 p.m., downtown. Come see the holiday lights in Brandon. Judges will be on the streets on starting at 5 p.m.

Midd Night Stroll in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m., downtown and the Marble Works.

Middlebury businesses will be open late with sales, specials, pop-ups and lots more. Free giftwrapping at Community Barn Ventures and the Hot Cocoa hut serving up cocoa and fixings for 25 cents a cup. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Magic on Main in Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m. Shops up and down and around Main Street will welcome holiday shoppers with special discounts, events, demonstrations, and more.

More info at VergennesDowntown.org or on social media @VergennesPartnership.

MiddMUG meeting in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Join the Middlebury Macintosh User Group and demonstrate a favorite iPad or other app. Of special interest are apps that don’t come as standard equipment but that have been discovered and added to devices. Presentation on how to use gmail with the iPhone, including how to delete old emails, to follow.

Piano recital in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 7:15-8:15 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 Eastview Ter. Event Location: Community room, Eastview at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Come hear Diana Fanning’s younger students as they perform a variety of piano pieces.

Free and open to the public.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury.

Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

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Trash & recycling (Continued from Page 1A) The bottom line for residents, Kuczynski said, will be those two new drop-off rates will add 24 cents a bag to haulers’ costs, 3 cents for the higher trash rates and 21 cents for higher recycling rates. Haulers bundle trash and recycling charges when they accept both at drop-off centers or pick-up curbside, in almost all cases charging for the trash and accepting the recycling that comes along with it.

Haulers won’t automatically pass along the extra cost to their customers, but Kuczynski agreed it would not be a surprise.

“It depends on the hauler, because some of them might decide to subsidize the rate and keep their rates the same and absorb the increase.

Some might (raise customer prices) more than the (rate) increase. We don’t control how they price,” she said.

Overall, the ACSWMD budget rose by about $114,000, or 3.7 percent, to reach $3.22 million. As well as increased costs in recycling programs, higher health insurance prices and other benefits for district

workers were the major drivers in pushing spending higher.

Projected commercial tipping fees of about $2.6 million will remain by far the district’s largest revenue stream.

OTHER CHANGES Residents and businesses will see other higher and new fees next year: • The minimum drop-off cost for residential trash drop-off of up to 100 pounds will rise by $1 to $8. This does not include bagged trash, which is not accepted at the transfer station.

• Businesses that bring in their own recycling will be charged for the first time. Fees will be $5 for a cubic yard or less, or $92 per ton if weighed.

• Asbestos disposal will go from $200 to $250 per ton.

• Maple sap tubing will no longer be free to dispose of, but will cost $20 per load.

• Business oil filter disposal will increase by $5 to $55 per 55-gallon drum.

• Re-use shed visitors will for the first time be charged a $1 for the privilege of viewing or donating items that could find new homes,

and the large-item drop-off fee will increase from $3 to $4. “The re-use shed costs us money to manage,” Kuczynski said. “That helps us offset the cost of materials that aren’t taken that we have to pay to dispose of, and our staff time.”

• Fluorescent lamp disposal will increase by 10 cents per bulb to cover packing and shipping costs, Kuczynski said.

• Those who drop off books will be charged for the first time, $1 for homeowners and $5 for businesses.

“They’re very heavy, and we pay to get rid of them,” Kuczynski said.

One charge will be dropped: The roughly two-dozen commercial haulers who do business at the transfer station will not be charged their customary $20 annual license fee in 2019.

“It’s been a rough year for haulers, and we want to give them a break,” Kuczynski said.

The district still projects an unaudited year-end fund balance of about $291,000, smaller than previous years. Kuczynski said the board prefers wiggle room given the sold waste sector’s unpredictability,

and true exercise ideas that could be replicated in Addison County, Butler Gilbert added. Some communities, for example, have seen great response to a “scavenger hunt” challenge that sends children on mini expeditions to read clues and walk/run from place to place to get rewards.

The non-profit group “Come Alive Outside” has developed a “Winter Passport” program for children that made its debut in Addison County last winter. The Winter Passport allows participants to collect points by engaging in outdoor activities, such as visiting one of the eight designated parks in Middlebury, going to the Middlebury Farmers Market, participating in Middlebury Winter Fest, building snowmen, skating at the Memorial Sports Center, skiing at the Snow Bowl or Rikert Nordic ski area and playing a game at Middlebury Indoor Tennis.

And RiseVT has been an active supporter the “Safe Routes to School” initiative and of stocking local libraries with snowshoes that residents can borrow along with a book.

Butler Gilbert also stressed the importance of funding fun activities and food for children during the summer, when youngsters tend to be less active and no longer have access to school meals.

“Research has shown that students with food insecurity and understimulation fall way behind” when classes start in the fall, Butler Gilbert said.

The Mary Johnson Children’s Center has been doing great work in supplying children with summer food and activities, and Butler Gilbert wants RiseVT to get on board with what the MJCC is doing.

RiseVT also encourages people to think big — such as working with their local politicians to extend walking trails and/or create sidewalks from residential areas to stores. More paths and sidewalks provide more reasons for people to walk, rather than drive to their destinations, Butler Gilbert noted.

Porter Medical Center President Dr. Fred Kniffin is happy to have Butler Gilbert on board and considers her an important part of the hospital’s mission of nurturing a healthy citizenry.

He explained Porter staff members have identified around 600 area residents who are particularly ill and who require frequent care for diabetes, lung disease, chronic heart disease and other major afflictions.

Porter will continue to meet those patients’ needs and Kniffin is hoping to at least contain, and ideally reduce, the county’s “very ill” population.

And that’s where RiseVT comes in.

“This stuff takes time,” Kniffin cautioned, “but we’re already bending the curve.”

Anyone seeking more information on RiseVT can log onto addison. risevt.org, or contact Michele Butler Gilbert by calling 388-8804 or emailing mbutler@portermedical. org.

as just seen in the recycling situation, and does not rely on tax revenue.

“That’s something the board has always done from day one, is to have some kind of contingency at the end, some kind of buffer. We don’t tax our towns,” Kuczynski said. “So it’s all speculative as to what the markets are going to do, and how much waste is going to be disposed of.”

TOWN NEWS One item not in the budget is the district’s potential purchase of a 34.91-acre parcel owned by Ferrisburgh just outside of Vergennes.

If purchased, that land, which lies at

the intersection of Routes 7 and 22A and comes with an asking price of $375,000, would be used as drop-off center for northwestern county towns.

The district board voted on Nov. 15 to make an offer, which is expected to be presented this week.

Kuczynski said the district has money on hand to make such a purchase, but no plans have been made or money set aside in the 2019 budget to develop the property if a deal is struck.

“It’s not budgeted currently for 2019. We would need a full cost analysis after developing the property,

and then we would have to decide how to pay for it,” she said. “The land is a separate issue from developing the site.”

On Nov. 15 the board also voted to accept as a district member for the first time the town of Salisbury, which still has its own landfill. Kuczynski said membership would be subject to approval by Salisbury residents, most likely on Town Meeting Day, and become official when the Salisbury landfill closed, something that could happen later next year if the vote was held in March.

Health (Continued from Page 1A) to get residents off their couches and away from their televisions. It’s part of a larger paradigm shift in health care through which medical centers are placing a premium on keeping their clients healthy, as opposed to the recent past when it was in hospitals’ best financial interests to have full beds.

RiseVT is an independent nonprofit originally launched in Franklin and Grand Isle counties in 2015. Now reaching eight counties, RiseVT’s stated mission is “to make the healthy choice the easy choice” for Vermonters, through successfully engaging “individuals, businesses, schools, community organizations and municipalities in changing practices, policies and infrastructure to make it easier for their residents to make small changes in their health.”

Based at Porter Medical Center, Butler Gilbert will spent the next few months reviewing some of the county’s most successful and effective exercise, nutrition and tobacco/drug prevention programs.

She’ll look to replicate and build on those programs. She’ll eventually back some new initiatives, and is gratefully accepting pitches from groups with good ideas.

“RiseVT Addison County” has an annual budget of $25,000. Butler Gilbert can carve out grants of up to $1,500 to the most promising local initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles.

“I want people to be excited about something they do that’s also healthy,” Butler Gilbert said. “I want to inspire people to want to be well.”

Butler Gilbert is looking at state and local data to determine which communities might be in particular need of RiseVT guidance. For example, she’s learned Bridport, Starksboro, Shoreham and Salisbury each have a large percentage of their children who qualify for free and reduced lunch subsidies. Income is often an indicator of a household needing help and advice in making healthy nutrition and exercise choices, Butler Gilbert noted.

“Right now, I’m kind of in an investigative stage,” she explained.

She’s been meeting with members of the community, the Vermont Department of Health “and any kind of community resource that has something to do with wellness.”

One of the easiest programs to promote is also one of the most beneficial, according to Butler Gilbert: Walking.

“We have been talking about walking routes in each community and are talking about a county ‘walking club,’” she said.

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Shelter (Continued from Page 1A) shelter can accommodate up to 44 people, including four families in an upstairs area and more than 20 individuals on the lower level of the 240-year-old old building, which Sinclair noted is constantly in need of TLC. The warming shelter used to be the administrative home base for the nearby Congregational Church of Middlebury, as well as headquarters to Elderly Services Inc. Elderly Services has long-since settled into a building off Exchange Street and the Congregational Church has ceded the warming shelter to the CHC, which functions as its own nonprofit. The CHC and DOUG SINCLAIR its 1,200 volunteers last year served more than 35,000 meals, grew Smith said through a recent email.

1.5 tons of food in its community John Graham staff also provide gardens, and housed 103 men, outreach to several families and women and children in its warming individuals who have moved onto shelter and transitional permanent housing. housing programs.

“A shortage of shelter It is amazing work “There are space, affordable performed by some people who housing and rental amazing people at a time have the subsidies ensures we when many people’s ability to pay will continue to maintain economic boat has for affordable a lengthy wait list,” not been lifted by the housing, but it Kellerman said. “We stock market and low doesn’t exist. are hard-pressed to meet unemployment. the demand but in no Low wages are but If you look way back down from one reason people find at minimum the challenge. We have themselves homeless, wage and the a dedicated staff and are Kachmar stressed. proud of the work our cost of rent “There’s mental team is doing.” for a small illness, traumatic life John Graham leaders experiences, substance apartment, it pointed to three trends abuse and domestic/ doesn’t work. they’ve been noticing sexual violence,” And that’s in recent years: More she said.

“There’s why we’re people are homeless, generational poverty… they’re staying longer here.”

It would be such an — Doug Sinclair, and they face greater easy problem to fix Charter House challenges — from if (finances) were the to bad Coalition addictions biggest cause.” landlord references.

Sinclair said a large Greater demand has percentage of CHC clients are required greater staffing needs for employed, but simply can’t afford the many Charter House Coalition their own accommodations. offerings.

“There is no affordable housing Thankfully, volunteers are able open; it’s all filled,” Sinclair said. to do most of the heavy lifting, “There are people who have the but the organization must have ability to pay for affordable housing, two paid, trained supervisors for but it doesn’t exist. If you look at each overnight shift at the shelter, minimum wage and the cost of rent for a small apartment, it doesn’t work. And that’s why we’re here.”

With the mercury plummeting, these are busy times for the CHC. “The shelter has grown to a point where it’s become a 24/7 operation,” Sinclair said, noting the organization is not only feeding and housing people, it’s putting them in touch with other service providers to get on a road to self-sufficiency.

Ten people were waiting when the shelter opened in early September.

By mid-October, that number had grown to 15. There are now four families with a combined total of 16 people living upstairs, and around 20 individuals grabbing a nightly bed downstairs, according to Kachmar.

Officials know those numbers will only rise as winter gets colder.

Kachmar anticipates the shelter to be full by early December.

“We’re not normally at the level we’re at right now,” she said.

JOHN GRAHAM SHELTER Business is also unfortunately booming at John Graham Housing & Services, which operates an emergency shelter in Vergennes and transitional housing apartment buildings in Middlebury (1), Bristol (1) and the Little City (2). Those transitional units serve a combined total of 53 people.

“All rooms are currently full and we are serving 59 individuals and families at the moment, 17 (of which) are children,” John Graham Housing & Services Co-Directors Peter Kellerman and Kate Schirmer-

SAMANTHA KACHMAR according to Sinclair.

The CHC has an annual budget of $300,000. The staff includes two full-time program managers and a third full-timer will soon be needed, Sinclair noted.

Approximately 18 percent ($65,000) of CHC’s funding comes from the state, according to Sinclair. The balance comes through donations and limited grant opportunities.

“As has always happened with this organization, we identify a need and the community has always been able to respond in a way that we can meet the need,” Sinclair said.

Shelter doors open at 7 p.m., when dinner is served. People have until 10 p.m. to come inside for a spot.

Guests may stay until 9:30 a.m. the next morning.

The shelter also offers a “day station” service from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., when human services providers are on hand to counsel people on how to access services to improve their quality of life.

Anyone wanting to help the CHC fund drive or in a volunteer capacity should log on to charterhousecoalition.org.

Also, check out johngrahamshelter. org.

“There’s so much support; it warms our hearts,” Sinclair said.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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IN ADDITION TO preparing food, the kids created menus and painted classroom decorations for the big feast.

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TEACHER SU WHITE reads “Stone Soup” to the kids. All month they have been reading different version of the class folk tale, in which a clever traveler convinces an entire village to help him cook a magical soup using just one stone.

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ESME SAGARENA-HARLAN shows off the menu she wrote for the Stone Soup party.

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Stone Soup (Continued from Page 1A) other out, and being part of a larger Someone brings a carrot. This smells community.” great, but what it really needs is some Over the years, the curriculum salt, he says. Someone brings salt. has grown. This year kids spent the And so on and so on until the entire weeks leading up to Thanksgiving village has contributed something chopping vegetables, baking bread, — and the resulting stone soup is churning butter, grinding corn for enough to feed everyone. cornmeal, and pureeing At Quarry Hill, their soup.

“We realized kids are asked in early They also read every November to bring in that ‘Stone version of the “Stone one vegetable to add to Soup’ really Soup” story they could their school stone soup. speaks to what find — including stories Then they spend the next these kids that take place in China, few weeks preparing to are learning Mexico and other places host their families and around the world. They about. Which friends at the school for honed writing skills by a big soup party before is sharing, creating hand-drawn helping each Thanksgiving break. menus and soup party Longtime teacher other out, and invitations for their Su White can’t recall being part parents. They put on precisely when the Stone of a larger puppet shows, adorned Soup tradition started at stones with glitter, and community.”

Quarry Hill. painted other party — Su White decorations.

“We used to do classic Thanksgiving,” she says.

When the big day “Not with the turkey. But we used arrived, they got to show off their to have a feast, and we called it a work to the people they love. Parents Thanksgiving feast.” and friends crowded into the little And then one year, after reading red schoolhouse, sat in a circle that “Stone Soup” to the kids, the spanned the whole classroom, and teachers came across a big spoon sang songs together before digging and a big pot. into the feast.

“We realized that ‘Stone Soup’ “It’s really, really fun, and it really speaks to what these kids culminates with everyone being here are learning about,” White says. together,” says White. “What could “Which is sharing, helping each be better?”

TEACHER EMILY BRIDGES adjusts the heat on a veggie soup at the big party last week.

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JASIU MURPHY WHISPERS to Vonn Daly while he purees cooked veggies to make soup for Quarry Hill School’s annual Stone Soup party.

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ELOISE POURS YEAST into bread dough. Quarry Hill kids made rolls — and butter, cinnamon rolls and soup — from scratch for their annual Stone Soup party.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2018

KARL LINDHOLM

SPORTS

WATERVILLE, Maine — The Middlebury College men’s hockey team opened this past weekend by splitting two games in Maine.

Next up for the Panthers is the PrimeLink ShootOut in Norwich.

The Panthers will take on Plattsburgh in Friday’s first round at 4 p.m.

On this past Friday the Panthers defeated Colby, 4-1. The Panthers started the scoring with two goals late in the second period.

Owen Powers fired a loose puck in the slot past Colby goalie Andrew Tucci at 14:35, and Charlie Parsons doubled the lead by one-timing a pass from Tyler Capello home after the Mule goalie turned the puck over.

In the final period, Parsons intercepted a clearing attempt and set up a Brendan Dawson goal, a shot from the high slot with 3:28 remaining.

Colby’s Nick O’Connor scored 39 seconds later, but the Panthers iced the victory when Emack Bentley tallied an empty-netter.

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Schedule

COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Soccer NCAA Division III Final Four At Greensboro, NC 11/30 Midd. vs. Wash.-St. Louis........... 5 PM 11/30 Williams. vs. C. Newport........ 7:45 PM 12/1 Final.............................................. 7 PM Men’s Hockey 11/23 Midd. vs. Platts. at Norwich........ 4 PM 11/24 Midd. vs. Adrian/Norwich..............TBD 11/30 Conn. College at Midd................ 7 PM 12/1 Tufts at Midd................................. 4 PM Women’s Hockey 11/24 Elmira at Midd............................. 3 PM 11/25 Adrian/Platts at Midd.....................TBD 11/30 Midd. at Conn. College............... 7 PM 12/1 Midd. at Conn. College................. 3 PM Women’s Basketball 11/20 Midd. at Castleton....................... 7 PM 11/27 Midd. at MCLA............................ 6 PM 11/29 Midd. at Sage.............................. 7 PM 12/1 Colby-Sawyer at Midd.................. 1 PM Men’s Basketball 11/20 Johnson at Midd......................... 5 PM 11/27 Midd. at Morrisville St............ 5:30 PM 11/29 Midd. at NEC.............................. 7 PM 12/1 Keene State at Midd..................... 3 PM

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abaw made 26 saves, while Tucci made 31 stops for the Mules.

On Saturday host Bowdoin edged the Panthers, 4-3.

Bowdoin took a 2-0 lead in the first period on goals by Christian Capello and Austin Ricci.

Late in the first period the Panthers made it 2-1 on a Bret Pastor rebound goal assisted by Jimmy McKee. In the second period Polar Bear Bradley Ingersoll made it 3-1 on a 5-on-3 power play.

Two Zach Shapiro goals tied the score. Late in the second period Shapiro dove just outside the crease and hooked the puck home through a maze of players.

Early in the final period, Shapiro knocked home a Powers rebound.

On a power play, at 6:40 of the third Graham Rutledge scored the game-winner from the right point.

Panther goalie Adam Wisco made 38 saves in his collegiate debut, while Eric Wurman had 28 stops for Bowdoin.

Women’s hockey shuts down Bantams on road PANTHER SOPHOMORE GUARD Emily Wander makes a move to the hoop during the Middlebury College women’s basketball team’s 63-57 victory over Springfield on Saturday.

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John Morton: A lifetime in sports “I was training for the Winter Olympics in Alaska when I got my orders for Vietnam.”

That’s how John Morton began his presentation to my class on the Vietnam War. “Even when the plane landed at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, I was sure the Army had made a mistake and I would be getting right back on the plane.”

In general, college boys found ways to avoid serving in Vietnam.

That’s not so true of Middlebury College boys.

All Middlebury men in the 1960s were required to take Army ROTC classes for two years — and a significant percentage continued in the program. That’s what John Morton did, and that decision sent him to Vietnam.

“With the Vietnam War raging, many of us assumed we’d be better off on active duty as officers, so we stayed in ROTC,” John explained to the assemblage of 275 celebrants at his induction into the Middlebury Athletics Hall of Fame two weeks ago.

“In retrospect, it was probably my military commitment that led me to biathlon, which in turn was my ticket to the Winter Olympics. Of the six members of the 1972 U.S. Olympic Biathlon Team to Sapporo, Japan, four were Middlebury graduates.

“If the ski trails and classrooms of Middlebury provided me a worldclass undergraduate education, Vietnam was a crash course in practical application.”

I didn’t serve in Vietnam, but I taught a Vietnam War course in the American Studies Program at Middlebury College. I always made sure John Morton spoke to my students in that class.

He would describe his year as a “mobile advisory team leader” in a tiny hamlet in the Mekong Delta, and would do so in a manner of humility and honesty that never failed to transfix the students.

Leading a five-man team, John was part of the Pacification Program in Vietnam. At the same time we were fighting Gen. Westmoreland’s “war of attrition,” we were also trying to win the “hearts and minds” of the Vietnamese. Such were the paradoxes of the Vietnam War. “The VC (Viet Cong guerillas) could have come into our village any night and killed us, but they chose not to.”

About that year in Vietnam, John (See Lindholm, Page 3B)

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MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE SENIOR point guard Alex Huffman brings the ball up the floor during the Panthers’ 81-43 win on Friday over visiting Lesley. Coach KJ Krasco said her Panthers excelled in some areas during two victories this weekend, but have work to do in others.

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College women’s basketball team started its season with a couple of wins this past weekend in the Panthers’ own Middlebury Tip-Off Classic, beating Lesley easily on Friday, 81-43, before having to work hard to get past Springfield on Saturday, 63-37, after taking a 31-12 lead late in the second quarter.

Panther Coach K.J. Krasco, whose team was set to play at Castleton on Tuesday after the early holiday deadline for this edition, saw plenty to like in the two victories.

Her Panthers — who have finished fourth in the NESCAC standings in each of the past two winters and return many key players — earned big edges on the boards, points in the paint and bench scoring in both games, for example.

Krasco was encouraged by the work of her post players, notably junior forwards Maya Davis and Lily Kuntz, who each played well in both victories.

“Something to build off of from last year is I do think we do have some really strong post play. We’re still looking primarily to get our posts the ball knowing that. Also in the upcoming games they’re mostly going to draw doubles, so hopefully (See Women, Page 2B)

HARTFORD, Conn. — The Middlebury College women’s hockey team opened its season this past weekend with a pair of wins at NESCAC rival Trinity, 4-0 on Saturday and 4-1 on Sunday.

The Panthers, No. 5 in the NCAA Division III preseason rankings, will host the annual Panther-Cardinal classic this weekend. The Panthers will play Elmira at 3 p.m. on Saturday, with Plattsburgh and Adrian to meet at 6 p.m. The tournament consolation and final are set for Sunday at 2 and 5 p.m., respectively.

On this past Saturday Panther freshman forward Katie Hargrave scored twice in the Panthers’ 4-0

victory at Trinity.

Senior defender Jenna Marotta gave the Panthers the lead with a first-period power-play goal. She scored on a wrist shot from just outside the left face-off circle, with sophomores Alexis Ryan and Madie Leidt assisting.

The Panthers then scored three times in the second period, including Hargrave’s pair, and another from freshman forward Jenna Letterie, who also picked up an a assist. Leidt helped set up Letterie’s goal.

Trinity goalie Kai-Lilly Karpman made 32 saves, and Panther sophomore Anna Goldstein stopped all 24 (See Hockey, Page 2B)

SportsBRIEFS Panthers run well at NCAA X-C meet WINNECONNE, Wisc. — The Middlebury College women’s cross-country team finished eighth among 32 teams on Saturday at NCAA Division III championship meet hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, while the Panther men took 15th.

Panther women runners Rory Kelly and Cassie Kearney both earned All-American honors.

Washington-St. Louis won the women’s title with 98 points, just ahead of runner-up Johns Hopkins with 99. The Panthers scored 301 points in finishing eighth. Paige Lawler of Wash.-St. Louis claimed the individual women’s title in 20:55.0.

Kelly, a senior, paced the Panther women by taking 27th in 21:48.2 out of 279 competitors on the 6-kilometer course, and Kearney, a freshman,

was 37th in 21:55.7. Katherine Glew was next for the Panthers in 91st (22:28.9), followed by Claire Gomba in 109th (22:37.6). Completing the Middlebury scorers was Tasha Greene in 157th in 22:57.3.

On the men’s side, North Central (Ill.) won the team crown with 43 points, followed by Washington-St. Louis (110). Middlebury had 411 points in placing 15th. North Central’s Dhruvil Patel posted the individual victory in 24:24.5.

Junior Henry Fleming paced the Panther men in 60th (25:18.9) over the 8K course among 280 competitors. Theo Henderson was 78th in 25:28.2, Harrison Knowlton was 125th (25:45.3), Jonathan Perlman took 152nd (25:54.2), and Matt D’Aquila was 155th in 25:54.4 to round out the Panther scorers.

Sled training strengthens athletes

By LISA LYNN All it takes is 10 minutes a day and a $15 DIY set-up to build the power you need for skiing, running or other sports, says sports performance coach Chris McKhann.

“At 46, I’m in the best shape of my life,” says McKhann. That’s a bold statement from someone who ski raced at Harvard (Division I), competes as a sprint cyclist on the track, is a certified Olympic weight

lifting coach and now trains many of Middlebury College’s top athletes.

A decade ago, McKhann could barely walk. In 2006, the Cornwall resident discovered he had Lyme disease. Between 2008 and 2011, he was hospitalized five times with acute kidney failure, paralysis and heart and cognitive issues. “I went to a ketogenic diet,” he says. He also took antibiotics and started trying a new way to build back his

strength: sled training. The combination seems to have worked.

“I won’t say it cured me,” says McKhann, who has a physique that would make professional surfer Kelly Slater jealous, “but as long as I stick to my diet and workouts, I feel great.”

What McKhann discovered during that time was that he could replace much of the high-intensity (See Sled training, Page 3B)

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE STRENGTH training coach Chris McKhann, left, demonstrates the start of a Sled Row using a homemade “sled” — a weighted tire that he pushes or pulls in a routine that builds power by working just about every muscle in his body.

CORNWALL RESIDENT CHRIS McKhann took up sled training to build back his strength after being laid low by a bad case of Lyme disease. He is now a sports performance coach.

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PAGE 2B — Addison Independent, Thursday, November 22, 2018

Panther men’s basketball coasts to victory in opener MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College men’s basketball team opened its season on Sunday by breezing past visiting Vermont Tech, 99-65.

The Panthers, who were ranked No. 17 in preseason NCAA Division III polling, were set to host Northern Vermont-Johnson on Tuesday after the early holiday deadline for this edition. Endicott will visit on Sunday at 2 p.m. and should provide a tougher test than either in-state foe.

VTC were within 40-31 with 4:13 to go in the first half before Middlebury closed the period with a 13-2 run to lead by 20 at the break.

The Knights moved to within 65-49 with 15:04 remaining on a three-pointer from Jeremiah Shaw, but the Panthers put the hammer down with a decisive 19-0 run over the next five minutes that made it 84-49 with 9:54 to go. Freshman forward Alex Sobel capped the run with a tip-in and finished with eight points, eight rebounds and four

blocks. The edge grew to as many as 36 (92-56) on a layup from Perry DeLorenzo.

A dozen Panthers scored, and five reached double figures. Max Bosco scored a career-high 18 points, and Joey Leighton tossed in a career-high 17 points, including five threes. Matt Folger chipped in with 13 points and six rebounds, while Eric McCord posted 12 points and a game-best 12 rebounds to go along with four blocked shots. Jack Farrell added 10 points, and Griffin Kornaker handed out a game-best six assists.

Drake Perry led Vermont Tech with 17 points and seven rebounds, while Trekel Douglas and Shaw each added 13 points.

Middlebury held advantages in rebounds (57-35), fast-break points (20-4), bench points (54-16) and second-chance points (28-5). The Panthers shot 14 for 14 at the freethrow line, topping the program’s single-game record of 12 for 12 set in 1974.

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Women (Continued from Page 1B) our guards can step up and make some outside shots,” she said, adding later, “I feel our posts are some of the best posts in the league, and we’ve got to get them the ball.”

Krasco also went 10 deep in Saturday’s closer game, with all 10 scoring, after playing 13 Panthers in Friday’s rout of Lesley. She said fans can expect more of the same as the season progresses.

“We are definitely a deeper team than we have been the last couple of years, which is really exciting. An emphasis for us this year is everyone has a role and everyone has a place,” she said. “From top to bottom I think this is probably the most (internally) competitive group we’ve had here, and you can probably see that in my confidence in feeling who is ready to play and earn those minutes throughout the course of games.”

Krasco does expect her backcourt MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE JUNIOR guard Kira Waldman looks to make a play during the Panther women’s to perform better at both ends of the court. Against Springfield Krasco basketball team’s Saturday victory over Springfield. The host Panthers held off a Springfield rally to win, 6357, and improve to 2-0. said they too rarely worked the ball Photo by Michael Borenstein/Middlebury Campus inside to the posts — for example, junior forward Davis, last season’s bench with six of her nine points to make it a nine-point lead, but leading scorer — led the Panthers in the period, senior guard Colleen Goslin won a wild scramble for the with 10 points, but took only four Caveney had four of her eight, and ball and hit a jumper to cut the lead the Panthers were dominating the shots, making all of them. back to seven at 7:44.

And she was not happy that boards (they grabbed 11 of the first A Waldman putback at 6:50 made Springfield had a few too many good 14) and forcing turnovers. it 54-45, but the Panthers went cold The onslaught continued in the looks from the three-point line as the and threes by Jacques (11 points) second as the Panthers Pride cut into what had and Galvin (16) pulled the Pride to got Davis involved. been a big Panther lead, “I think there within three at 3:31.

She converted twice or the fact that MiddleBoth teams misfired until 1:13, were glimpses in the post, once on a bury turned the ball over when two Panther forwards coopof really good feed from junior guard 21 times. erated for a key hoop: Davis threw “When we’re sharing things that we Kira Waldman. Backan over-the-top pass to Kuntz in the to-back press-beating the ball and all working did this past paint, and she converted a threehoops from senior together we do a better weekend of point play to make it 56-51. center Catherine Harjob of making decisions. sharing the Down the stretch Panther forrison, both set up by I think when we go away ward Betsy Knox hit five of six Waldman, made it 28from what we’re trying ball, and also free throws and Wander one of two 10, and after two free to do we become a little glimpses of from the line to protect that lead throws by Springfield’s stagnant and maybe shot- things that and offset six more points from Gracie Restituyo, Panchoice-wise maybe don’t we need to Goslin. ther sophomore guard make the best decisions improve on.”

Kuntz had a team-high nine Emily Wander nailed and maybe try to go rebounds off the bench to go with — Panther Coach a three at 2:34, and PANTHER SENIOR GUARD her nine points, while Harrison and too much one-on-one,” K.J. Krasco the Panthers had their Colleen Caveney eyes the hoop Krasco said. “I think during the Middlebury College Waldman each pulled down seven biggest lead at 31-12. there were glimpses of team’s Saturday game vs. visiting boards as the Panthers outreboundIt began to slip away. Restituyo Springfield. really good things that we did this ed the Pride, 42-26. The Panthers Photo by Michael Borenstein/Middlebury past weekend of sharing the ball, and hit a free throw and a hoop, and earned edges of 36-20 in points in Campus also glimpses of things that we need then Pride point guard Alex Goslin the paint and 28-5 in bench points nailed a three to make it 31-17. went off for 16 of her game- and made 20 of 23 free throws. to improve on.”

On Saturday there was plenty to Wander hit a runner in the lane as high 18 points, including three In Friday’s 81-43 romp over 0-2 like early on vs. Springfield (1-3). the half ended, but Springfield had three-pointers. The Pride outscored Lesley, Davis led four Middlebury the Panthers by 22-17 in the period players in double figures with Eight Panthers scored in the first begun to gain confidence.

In the third quarter Springfield, and cut the lead to 50-39. quarter as they took an 18-5 lead.

15 points to go along with 10 reThe Panthers pushed the lead to bounds, Caveney scored 13 points, Kuntz provided a spark off the Vt., native Chelsea McCallister 50-36 late in the quarter on two Kuntz chipped in 11 points and a free throws apiece by Caveney and career-high 19 rebounds, Waldman Harrison (eight points), but Goslin tallied 10 points, and Knox chipped sank an open three to cut the lead to in with seven points and a team11 entering the fourth. high five assists off the bench.

Back to back drives by the Pride’s Krasco believes the Panthers Emily Jacques made it 50-43 early will smooth out the early-season in the final period. Caveney drove wrinkles.

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On Friday the Panthers scored three times in the third period to snap a 1-1 tie. Trinity’s Olivia White gave her team the lead at 6:09 of the second when her centering pass deflected in off Middlebury goalie Lin Han’s skate. Panther Meghan Keating’s first career goal came about eight minutes later and tied the score; she deflected home a Ryan shot.

Hargrave tipped in a Leidt feed to give the Panthers the lead in the third period, and Katarina Shuchuk took advantage of a Bantam miscue to poke the puck home and make it 3-1.

Marotta added the final goal with a shot from the point through traffic.

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Details of sled workouts revealed

1968 MIDDLEBURY GRADUATE and Middlebury Hall of Famer John Morton, center, is flanked by classmate Karl Lindholm, who introduced him at the Nov. 3 induction ceremony, and Middlebury Athletic Director Erin Quinn.

Build or buy a sled, head out to the backyard or a local soccer field and you can do everything you can in a gym. These five workouts will get you ready for skiing, running or cycling.

1. BACKWARDS PULL With the sled in front of you, arms bent 90 degrees at the elbow, back straight and knees bent, walk backwards, pulling the sled. “This works your quads, back and knees, including the VMO (vastus medialis oblique) muscle that helps stabilize your knee,” says Chris McKhann.

For skiers, building that muscle can help prevent an ACL tear. It’s also helpful for shin splints. “It really works muscles in the front of your leg that often get overlooked. Pretty much everyone I’ve done sled training with who had shin splints has recovered,” he said.

2. FORWARD MARCH/RUN For this exercise, the sled is

behind you. Grasp the handles and keep your elbows bent at 90 degrees.

With a straight back and neck, lean forward and march or run forward.

“Bring your knee up so it is parallel to the ground and keep your foot flat as it’s raised,” says McKhann.

“Many athletes really don’t know how to run properly and doing this move helps.” The exercise really works the chest, triceps, abs and core as well as the posterior chain: hamstring, glutes and calves.

3. SLED ROWS “A sled row works a lot of the same muscles as a squat — your quads, glutes, upper back and biceps,” says McKhann. Facing the sled with the straps taut, squat down and then pull the sled toward you as you rise up.

“This should be a quick move, where you drag the sled almost to your feet,” says McKhann, who notes that it’s best to load the sled a little heavier than you might with other

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(Continued from Page 1B) says, “it instilled in me the healthy perspective of not sweating the small stuff ... and recognizing that almost everything is small stuff.”

“I wouldn’t want to repeat my tour in Vietnam, but it was a remarkable education.”

John was selected for Middlebury Hall of Fame recognition not because he served in Vietnam, but because he was a champion skier as a student at Middlebury ... and thereafter!

He has spent a lifetime of leadership in sports as an athlete, coach, official, writer, designer of cross-country ski trails.

Captain of the Middlebury Ski Team for two years, 1967-68, he was the Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (ESIA) Cross-Country champion in his sophomore year, and again his senior year. That senior year, 1968, he came in first in every Carnival race he entered!

After Vietnam, John returned to Alaska and made that 1972 Sapporo Olympic biathlon team he was training for when he was called for duty in Vietnam, and he competed in the next Olympics, 1976, in Innsbruck, Austria. He served as a coach and official at five other Winter Olympiads.

As a young man, John skied successfully for both the U.S. Biathlon and Cross-Country national teams, competing in events across the world. He won the U.S. Championship in Biathlon in 1974 and again in 1976.

In 1989, realizing the full emotional weight of his experience in Vietnam some years before, John helped lead a challenging six-day Outward Bound type expedition to the mountains of Soviet Central Asia, with a group of 14 American veterans of Vietnam and 20 Soviet veterans of their ill-fated adventure in Afghanistan.

This trip was a powerful emotional acknowledgment of the mutual fate of the soldiers, American and Soviet, in hopeless, unpopular wars, far from home. It represented a rare opportunity to address and heal the wounds of war.

John wrote a stirring account in the Middlebury Magazine of this experience in the mountains of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, with combat soldiers from vastly different worlds, “learning, sharing, and working together for world peace.”

As John grew older, he maintained his love of competition by entering masters events in skiing and running.

In 1990, he won his age group in the U.S. National 50K race. He has finished over 40 marathons, with a personal best time of 2 hours 43 minutes.

After serving as the head ski coach at Dartmouth from 1977-89, John turned his talents to writing (publishing two books on skiing

have adopted sled training to build (Continued from Page 1B) weight training he’d been doing in up power. McKhann, who works the gym with a very simple DIY with Middlebury College’s track and work-out: Sled training involves, field teams, as well as the ski teams, essentially, pushing or pulling a also notes it’s particularly helpful for runners: “You can do a workout in weighted “sled.”

“I first started making my own 10 minutes that can build the same sleds when I was coaching the Mid- aerobic and anaerobic benefits and dlebury Ski Club,” says McKhann. improve your VO2 max by as much That was about four years ago. He as an hour-long run will,” he says.

Senior ski racer Lexi Calcagni cut the sides off tires, put a plywood has been working with bottom in them, attached McKhann and says a strap with handles and “As long as I training with a sled (she started adding weights stick to my diet used a waist belt) really (be it real weights, and workouts, I helped her come back cinder blocks or small after a shoulder injury. children) to the tires. feel great.”

— Chris McKhann “Unlike weights in the “The kids loved them,” gym, with sleds you’re he recalls. McKhann launched a sideline (by day, he’s an moving and exerting power with educator in investment trading) of every step. It’s perfect cross training for skiing. Since using sleds, I’ve online coaching programs.

“Sled training allows you to felt more power in my legs and more build power without the risk of ability to work past fatigue.”

McKhann recommends Tabata injuring yourself — there’s no heavy weight,” says McKhann. “There’s no training, a high-intensity four-mineccentric loading, so there’s no over- ute workout developed by Japan’s loading muscles which then leaves Dr. Izumi Tabata, where you do 20 you sore the next day. And you don’t seconds of maximum effort followed bulk up,” he says. At the same time, by 10 seconds of rest (or 40 seconds sled training can work just about rest, if you are starting out).

In one study, Dr. Tabata had seven every muscle in your body.

Athletes ranging from skier subjects do exhaustive intermittent Mikaela Shiffrin and snowboarder training with seven to eight sets of Shaun White to swimmer Michael exercises for 20 seconds at a high Phelps and surfer Laird Hamilton intensity with a 10-second rest

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE GRAD John Morton was training for the Olympics when he was called to U.S. Army service in Vietnam, where he worked to win the “hearts and minds” of Vietnamese civilians in the Mekong Delta.

— a “how-to” book, “Don’t Look Back,” and a novel, “Medal of Honor”) and to designing crosscountry ski trails.

John has designed well over 200 trails here in the U.S. and abroad; his company worked on the trails at Rikert Nordic Center in Ripton.

There are golf courses designed

by Jack Nicklaus, and ski trails designed by John Morton. His trail design work is a synthesis, a perfect expression, of John’s creative and athletic gifts.

Also among the eight honorees at this year’s Hall of Fame celebration was Terry Aldrich, skiing and crosscountry coach at Middlebury for 36 years. Terry led his Middlebury teams to many NESCAC, regional,

and national championships.

Terry and John are best of friends.

In fact, Terry was the best man at John’s wedding in 1971. Terry says of his friend and occasional coaching rival: “If I had to choose one person to coach my children or grandchildren, it would be John Morton. He is a man of principle and strong moral character ... and he has a great sense of humor.”

John is a member of three other Halls of Fame. So this recent event was Middlebury’s opportunity to say, on behalf of so many who have benefitted from John’s presence in their lives: his teammates, friends, colleagues in sport, athletes he coached, clients of Morton Trails, Thank you for your service!

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exercises.

4. LATERAL PULLS With the sled off to the left side of you and the straps taut, hold both handles in the center of your chest.

Keeping your hands and the handles in place at your chest’s center, take side steps or cross-over steps, moving sideways. After one rep, turn around and repeat with the sled off to your right side. “This exercise is great for skiers — alpine and Nordic,” says McKhann. “It really works your legs in the same way you do when you’re setting an edge.”

5. LUNGES Another move that really works your glutes and hamstrings is the lunge. With the sled behind you and your arms stretched back behind you and holding the handles, take a step and lunge forward, bringing your back knee to the ground, then switch and repeat. This also works your triceps and back.

between each bout. After doing so five days a week for six weeks, the subjects improved their VO2max (a measure of how much oxygen your muscles take in) and increased their anaerobic capacity by 28 percent.

McKhann recommends a circuit of four to six exercises with a “sled,” using either distance as a measure (say pulling or pushing the sled 20 or 30 yards) or timed 20-second on/40-seconds off sets. “All it takes is 10 minutes a day,” he says.

He recommends starting light and adding weight as you go. “The track athletes I’ve been working with start by loading the sled with 15- to 20-percent of their body weight.

Sprinting with 90-percent of your body weight is great for building both speed and strength. Top athletes can pull up to 400 or 500 pounds and I heard one pro football player has loaded 1,000 pounds,” says McKhann. “I like to do a day of power workouts using less weight and going for speed, followed by a day of strength a couple of days later” McKhann says.

“The thing about sled workouts: you feel absolutely terrible right after you do them but an hour later, you feel great,” he says.

Editor’s note: This story first appeared in Vermont Sports. See more at vtsports.com.

PAGE 4B — Addison Independent, Thursday, November 22, 2018

Police cite Burlington Runners brave cold in Turkey Trot race driver for drunk driving BRISTOL — On Oct. 23, at 5:11 p.m., Bristol police arrested Dana Lewis, 62, of Burlington for suspicion that he was driving drunk.

After receiving multiple reports of a vehicle traveling south from the Hinesburg area, police stopped the vehicle on Route 116 at the intersection of Stoney Hill Road and took Lewis into custody without incident. Police cited Lewis for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Between Oct. 22 and Nov. 11, Bristol police completed 52 foot and car patrols at various locations, particularly on Mountain Street, Main Street, North Street and surrounding areas during student arrival and dismissal at Bristol Elementary School.

Officers also completed six hours and 45 minutes of directed patrol, traffic enforcement and patrols of the police district and the town under a town contract.

During that same period, officers checked security at Mount Abraham Union High School 16 times, completed 12 fingerprint requests, verified two vehicle identification numbers, conducted eight business checks on Main Street and surrounding areas and eight times secured unsecured buildings.

Bristol police assisted Vermont State Police on Oct. 26 and Nov. 4, and Bristol Rescue Squad on Oct. 27.

In other recent activity, Bristol police: • On Oct. 22 identified and warned a driver after receiving a motor vehicle complaint.

• On Oct. 22 responded to an alarm activation and determined it to be an employee error.

• On Oct. 22 attempted to check on the welfare of a local resident but did not locate them.

• On Oct. 22 received found property. The owner may contact Bristol police at 453-2533 to claim it.

• On Oct. 23 an officer instructed a computer-related program at the Vermont Police Academy.

• On Oct. 23 investigated a trespassing complaint.

• On Oct. 23 investigated a juvenile problem.

• On Oct. 24 destroyed tobaccorelated paraphernalia whose owner could not be identified.

• On Oct. 24 investigated a tobaccorelated complaint.

• On Oct. 24 assisted someone who had locked themselves out of their vehicle.

• On Oct. 24 assisted a local business with procedure and protocol development.

• On Oct. 24 issued a civil ticket following a tobacco-violation complaint.

• On Oct. 25 assisted a motorist with a disabled vehicle.

• On Oct. 25 monitored traffic and

assisted students crossing Main Street during a school drill.

• On Oct. 25 investigated a suspicious complaint.

• On Oct. 25 investigated a juvenile problem.

• On Oct. 25 issued a civil ticket following a reported tobacco-related offense.

• On Oct. 25 assisted in a truancy issue.

• On Oct. 26 assisted Vermont Utility Management Services with traffic control while it was working in the roadway.

• On Oct. 26 facilitated the return of a youth bicycle to its owner.

• On Oct. 26 conducted traffic control on Main Street for a children’s Halloween parade.

• On Oct. 26, during a traffic stop on Main Street, arrested Matias GarciaSimmons, 33, of Lincoln for driving with a suspended license. Garcia-Simmons was processed, released and ordered to appear in Addison Superior Court, criminal division, on Dec. 11.

• On Oct. 27 searched the area around Woodland Drive but was unable to locate a dog reported to be running in the road there.

• On Oct. 28 opened an investigation into a reported larceny at a local business.

• On Oct. 29 searched Mountain Street but was unable to locate a dog reported to be running in and out of traffic there.

• On Oct. 29 opened a larceny investigation.

• On Oct. 30 received the report of a motor vehicle collision that had occurred earlier that morning at a West Street business, in which both drivers had deemed police involvement unnecessary. One driver later decided to report the incident but attempts to identify the second vehicle were unsuccessful.

Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Bristol police at 453-2533.

• On Oct. 31 monitored pedestrian and vehicle traffic on North Street and surrounding areas for Halloween.

• On Nov. 1 issued multiple civil tickets for reported tobacco-related offenses.

• On Nov. 1 assisted a local business with a training exercise.

• On Nov. 2 assisted an agency with traffic control on West Street.

• On Nov. 3 investigated an accident that occurred on Monkton Road. Report forthcoming.

• On Nov. 4–9, assisted with training at the Vermont Police Academy.

• On Nov. 5 completed a request for a public records check.

• On Nov. 5 assisted a resident who had locked their keys in their vehicle.

• On Nov. 6 assisted a town agency.

• On Nov. 6 opened a truancy case.

MIDDLEBURY — Despite a thermometer hovering around freezing and snow on the ground, the 42nd annual Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble road race in Middlebury on Sunday attracted 147 competitors to the 5K race and recorded 69 finishers in the 10K. The pre-Thanksgiving tune up staged by the town of Middlebury’s

Recreation Department, featured a repeat winner in the 5K race and a nearly repeat winner at 10K. Both races, run this past Sunday, started and finished at the town recreation center, proceeding south on Creek Road to a turn-around point Nineteen-year-old Sullivan Barth for the second year in a row won the

Turkey Trot 5 kilometer race; though he had to work a lot harder this time. Barth won in 18:47 last year — nearly two minutes ahead of the 58-year-old second-place finisher.

This year Barth had to hold off a challenge from fellow Middlebury student Lucas Lepinard; Barth won in 17:27 and Lepinard crossed the finish line in 17:32.

The first woman in the 5K was Middlebury College senior Giulia Park, who ran 20:18.

In the 10K, fellow Middlebury senior Morgan Perlman prevailed in a time of 34:53. That was more than a minute faster than his secondplace finish in 2017.

See the full results online at: tinyurl. com/MiddleburyTurkeyTrot2018.

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MORE THAN 250 runners took part in the 42nd annual Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble road race in Middlebury this past Sunday. The temperature was frigid but many times were fast.

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• On Nov. 6 investigated a possible trespass, identified a person of interest and determined no offense was committed.

• On Nov. 6 started a property watch for a local resident.

• On Nov. 7 responded to an alarm and determined it to be false.

• On Nov. 7 investigated the report of a missing child who was later located at a friend’s house.

• On Nov. 7 conducted a welfare check, learned the person had moved to another town and relayed their information to that town’s law enforcement.

• On Nov. 8 responded to and resolved an animal problem.

• On Nov. 8 attended a local meeting related to pedestrian and bicycle safety.

• On Nov. 8 served court-issued paperwork.

• On Nov. 9 served court-issued paperwork.

• On Nov. 9 identified and left a message with the owner of keys that were turned into the police.

• On Nov. 9 completed officer training.

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ADULT ALL‑ RECOVERY Group Meeting for anyone over 18 who is struggling with addiction disorders.

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

Bring a friend in recovery.

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

A L ‑ A N O N FA M I LY GROUP ‑ For families and friends of problem drinkers.

Anonymous, confidential and free. At the Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury. 7:30‑8:30 PM Friday evenings.

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

Members share experi‑ ence, strength and hope to solve common problems.

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 1 SUNDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middle‑ bury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am. Discussion Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 4‑5pm.

Women’s Meeting, North Ferrisburgh, United Meth‑ odist Church, Old Hollow Rd. 6‑7pm. 12 Step Meet‑ ing, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 7‑8pm. AA 24‑Hour Hotline 802‑388‑9284, aavt.org.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 2 MONDAY. As Bill Sees it Meeting, Ripton, Ripton Firehouse, Dug‑ way Rd. 7:15‑8:15am.

As Bill Sees it Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr, 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Women of AA (Step/Speaker), Middle‑ bury, The Turning Point Ctr, 54 Creek Rd, 5:30‑6:30pm.

Big Book Meeting, Middle‑ bury, The Turning Point Ctr, 54 Creek Rd. 7:30‑8:30pm.

Big Book Meeting, New Haven, Congregational Church, Village Green, 7:30‑8:30pm. Discussion Meeting, Brandon, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South, 7:30‑8:30am.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 3 TUESDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm.

Daily Reflection Meeting, Vergennes, Congrega‑ tional Church, Water St. 7‑8pm. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, The Turn‑ ing Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 7:30‑8:30pm. Spiri‑ tual Awakening Meeting, Middlebury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30am.

ARE YOU BOTHERED

BY SOMEONE’S DRINK‑ ING? Opening Our Hearts Al‑Anon Group meets each Wednesday at 1:30 pm at Middlebury’s St. Stephen’s Church on Main St. (en‑ ter side door and follow signs). Anonymous and confidential, we share our experience, strength and hope to solve our com‑ mon problems. Babysitting available.

REFUGE RECOVERY ‑ TUESDAYS 6‑7 p.m. A non‑theistic, Buddhist‑in‑ spired approach to recov‑ ery from addictions of all kinds. Dedicated to the practices of mindfulness, compassion, forgiveness, and generosity, this recov‑ ery meeting uses medita‑ tion and kindness to heal the pain and suffering that addiction has caused.

Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. (802) 388‑4249.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 4 WEDNESDAY. Big Book Meeting, Mid‑ dlebury, United Methodist 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.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 5 THURSDAY. 12 Steps and Traditions Meeting, Ripton, Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd. 7:15‑8:15am. Big Book Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Alternating Format Meeting, Ferris‑ burgh, 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.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 6 FRIDAY. Spiri‑ tual Awakening Meeting, Middlebury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30am. Dis‑ cussion Meeting, Middle‑ bury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm.

Big Book Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 6‑7pm. Discussion Meet‑ ing, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 8‑9pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 7 SATURDAY. Discussion Meeting, Mid‑ dlebury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am. Discussion Meet‑ ing, Middlebury, Beginner’s Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 6:30‑7:30pm.

Services

ARE YOU BOTHERED

BY SOMEONE’S DRINK‑ ING? Opening Our Hearts Al‑Anon Group meets each Wednesday at 1:30 pm at Middlebury’s St. Stephen’s Church on Main St. (en‑ ter side door and follow signs). Anonymous and confidential, we share our experience, strength and hope to solve our com‑ mon problems. Babysitting available.

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

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

FREE FIREWOOD FOR home heating. Seasoned hardwood, undercover, various dimensions. There is wood that will fit most stoves. We also have some, give the appropriate circumstances, which we will cut to size. This wood is not to be sold. Call us at 802‑388‑6812 evenings or email us at bauer892@ comcast.net.

CONSTRUCTION: ADDI‑ TIONS, RENOVATIONS, new construction, dry‑ wall, carpentry, painting, flooring, roofing, pressure washing, driveway sealing.

All aspects of construc‑ tion, also property main‑ tenance. Steven Fifield 802‑989‑0009.

Opportunities STOREFRONT LOCA‑ TION, LOCATION, LO‑ CATION. In the heart of downtown Middlebury.

Approved for seating for 24. Plenty of parking, lots of possibilities. Available September 1. Text only to 802‑373‑6456.

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NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. NARCAN KITS are avail‑ able at the Turning Point Center of Addison County FREE of charge. Narcan (Naloxone) is a nasal spray used to reverse an opi‑ oid overdose in progress.

These kits are specifically intended for public distri‑ bution and can be used by anyone to save a life.

Easy training is provided at Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, and takes approximately 10 minutes.

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

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PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Thursday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am.

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

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RSVP is seeking volunteers to sew handmade items including walker bags, heat packs and quilts for the Warm Hearts Warm Hands Program. These are invaluable items for clients of Addison County Home Health and Hospice and other local health organizations. Patterns will be provided. RSVP is also in need of knitters to make warm blankets, hats and mittens for community members of all ages. Please contact RSVP of Addison County at 388-7044 or rsvpaddison@volunteersinvt.org to get started!

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Part -time Mornings Also hiring a part-time employee for mornings and some weekends.

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The Inn seeks individuals with high standards, experience, the ability to assume responsibility for assigned projects and positive communications within our team.

The Waybury is looking for skilled staff to work at the Snowbowl in food and beverage service and product preparation.

COOKS • COUNTER STAFF Positions seasonal during ski months (December through mid-April). Duties will require an understanding of cooking and working in a quick service setting. Dependable transportation and ability to work weekends and holidays are a requirement.

Please call the Inn, email us at info@wayburyinn.com or stop in to complete an application.

Waybury Inn Route 125, East Middlebury 388-4015 phone 388-6440 fax

NOW HIRING!

Busy Landscaping and Excavating firm seeking skilled, motivated and reliable people. Full-time and Seasonal positions available. We are looking for experienced help in excavation and snow removal.

Must have valid drivers license. Wage based on experienced.

Mail or email resume:

TOM BODETTE Excavating & Landscaping, Inc. tombodettelesinc@gmail.com.

6 Lower Plains Rd, Middlebury, VT 05753, Call 388-4529.

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Join the Parent/Child Center Team We are seeking an Outreach Worker who will work with families, focusing on child development with young children and support the family and child as needed. You will work in coordination with parents in the home, with community providers and with teachers in childcare classrooms, as well as other resources in the community.

Strong candidates must have a solid understanding of child development up to age six, family systems, excellent communication skills and flexibility. Experience with the Early Intervention system would be helpful, social workers encouraged to apply.

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.

Contact Donna Bailey at: dbailey@addisoncountypcc.org

Request for Qualifications Addison County Community Trust (ACCT) is seeking Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) for companies or individuals to conduct general property maintenance, including but not limited to lawncare, landscaping, painting, light carpentry, and light trailer work.

ACCT is a nonprofit property management company serving low to moderate income families in Addison County. ACCT owns nine mobile home parks, and manages over 200 apartments.

Must be able to provide liability insurance and pass comprehensive background check.

Please send resume and three references to: Colby@addisontrust.org or send via mail to ACCT Attn: Colby Benjamin PO Box 156 Vergennes, VT 05491

Senior Living in the Heart of Middlebury Facility Services Interim Manager Seeking talented, maintenance-minded, hands-on Manager to oversee and assist with day-to-day maintenance operations of EastView’s physical plant and grounds. Responsibilities include supervising a small, dedicated team of maintenance and housekeeping professionals, while balancing administrative duties with maintenance support and problem-solving. EastView is a 99home, nonprofit senior living community with 30 cottages and an Inn providing 69 apartments and studio homes. If you’ve got a strong facilities background and this opportunity intrigues you, we’d love to talk with you. Part-time work that could evolve to a full-time position.

Send resume and cover letter to Connie Leach at cleach@eastviewmiddlebury.com or call 802 989-7500 for more information. EOE. EastView at Middlebury 100 EastView Terrace, Middlebury, VT 05753

Help Wanted

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

PAINTERS WANTED ‑ Acorn Painting is seeking two professional painters for winter interior work.

Excellent pay, great ben‑ efits. Reliable transporta‑ tion, tools and a positive no nonsense attitude is a must. This is a great oppor‑ tunity for people looking for full time work year round.

A minimum of three years experience necessary. Call 453 5611 Serious appli‑ cants only.

EASTVIEW AT MIDDLE‑ BURY seeks enthusiastic and experienced caregiv‑ ers to provide hands‑on care in our dynamic retire‑ ment community. Open‑ ings: full‑time evenings, part‑time weekends. Email acoyle@eastviewmiddle‑ bury.com or call 989‑7502.

HOPE HAS TWO openings in our resale store. Cus‑ tomer Service Associate, duties include assisting customers, running the cash register, and more.

Also a Materials Handler, duties include assisting donors of goods for resale, answering the phone, and processing items for its resale store. These fast paced, 29.5 hour/week positions require excel‑ lent communications skills, and a focus on details.

Send resume and letter of interest to HOPE, 282 Boardman Street, Suite 1A, Middlebury.

OFFICE SPACE AVAIL‑ ABLE. Exchange Street, Middlebury. $500/month.

802‑388‑4831.

For Sale 1985 DODGE PICKUP with Boss plow and sander.

1993 Ford 250 with Boss plow and utility box. Phone 802‑758‑2037 for more information.

For Rent 4 BEDROOM HOUSE, 2 miles from center of Middlebury. Call for info.

802‑349‑8544.

BRANDON ‑ FURNISHED small efficiency apartment.

Non‑smoking. No pets.

Heat, lights and cable included. $175/week.

802‑247‑3144.

For Rent

BRISTOL ‑ NICE, LARGE one bedroom apartment.

Garbage removal included.

No pets. $800/mo. plus deposit. 388‑0730.

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For Rent

For Rent

BRISTOL‑ 2 BEDROOM house in village. Garage, water, washer/dryer, lawn maintenance, snow re‑ moval included. No pets.

No smoking. Rental ap‑ plication, lease, securi‑ ty, first and last months rent. $1,050/mo. Call 802‑453‑2388.

C O R N WA L L Q U I E T COUNTRY APARTMENT 5 miles from Middlebury.

2nd story, 2 bedroom, 1 full bath with washer/ dryer hookup. Includes everything plus satellite, storage included. $1,250 per month. 1st and last month’s rent and security deposit. No pets, no smok‑ ing. Available immediately.

802‑462‑2924.

BRISTOL; 3 BEDROOM available. Utilities included are: Heat, hot water, lawn care, snow removal, gar‑ bage and parking. Ten‑ ant pays electric. Small storage space included.

802‑453‑2566.

CHARMING GUEST HOUSE on private horse farm in Shoreham. Sep‑ arate from main house. $850 per month plus utili‑ ties. $850 deposit and one year lease required. Horse boarding also available.

No smoking. Call Anne 802‑349‑0002 or email: seabay@hotmail.com.

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Ad‑ dison. Available storage space in my barn for sum‑ mer/winter storage. The barn is structurally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or run‑ ning water. The barn is also available for lease. The en‑ trance door measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

LOVELY 2 BEDROOM 2 bath condo at Middlebury East. Quiet neighborhood.

Includes washer & dryer, gas fireplace, appliances, garage with storage area.

Snow removal, lawn mow‑ ing, trash and recycling in‑ cluded. Easy walk to down‑ town. References and security deposit required.

A small pet considered. $1,200. 388‑7218.

MIDDLEBURY 2 BED‑ ROOM near downtown.

Appliances, off street parking, lease. No pets.

Real Net Management Inc. 802‑388‑4994.

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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MIDDLEBURY, 2,600 SQ FT office space. Court St., central location, parking.

Can be subdivided. Re‑ al‑Net Management Inc. 802‑388‑4994.

SUGARWOOD APART‑ MENTS is currently ac‑ cepting applications for 2, 3 and 4 BR apartments in Middlebury. All income/ assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent.

NP/NS. W/D hook‑ups.

Call 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website summitpmg. com. Equal Housing Op‑ portunity.

MIDDLEBURY: SHARE A home w/professional & her teenaged son. Re‑ duced rent in exchange for help with housekeeping, pet‑care & snow shoveling.

Shared bath. No deposit.

Must be pet‑friendly. No additional pets. 863‑5625, HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, references, background check required. EHO. MIDDLEBURY: SHARE A lovely home w/ active, retired professional who enjoys cultural events. $500/mo. plus utilities.

Seeking a housemate will‑ ing to lend a hand w/ snow shoveling & gardening. Pri‑ vate bath. 802‑863‑5625, HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, references, background check req. EHO.

VERGENNES 2‑3 BED‑ ROOM house. Large yard and walking distance to schools, restaurants and stores. Washer and dryer provided. $1,200/mo. plus utilities. Available Decem‑ ber 1. 802‑877‑6228.

SMALL UPSTAIRS STU‑ DIO apartment. 4 miles south of Middlebury. $600/ mo. utilities included ex‑ cept electric. 413‑394‑4060 after 8am or 413‑717‑0868 after 5pm.

BRIDPORT LAND FOR SALE 6.41 acres. Love‑ ly, pastoral scenery with views of the Adirondack Mountains. Spectacular sunsets. Private. Land suit‑ able for building a 4‑bed‑ room house. Approved septic design. Build your dreams. 802‑758‑2410 or chartline@gmavt.net.

EAST MIDDLEBURY, DAI‑ SY Lane Lot #11. Beautiful, level 1/2 acre building lot with good southern ex‑ posure on a private lane.

Town water, power and cable hookups at curb‑ side. Site approved for four bedroom home with conventional (no mound necessary) septic system. $68,000. Call Jack Brown 388‑7350.

HUNTING LAND FOR sale in Salisbury, VT. 6.8 acres.

Hillside on top of mountain.

Western facing, remote but easy access. Town assess‑ ment $36,000. Priced for quick sale $14,000. Cash only. 802‑352‑6678.

Att. Farmers HAY FOR SALE Small square bales. First cut and mulch. Call 802‑349‑9281.

HAY FOR SALE. 1st, 2nd and 3rd cut. Small squares $2.‑$4.; 4’ rounds $30.‑$50. Mike Quinn, Middlebury. 802‑388‑7828.

WHITNEY’S CUSTOM FARM WORK. Pond agi‑ tating, liquid manure haul‑ ing, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462‑2755, John Whitney.

Cars Nokian Hakkapeliitta 5 snow tires 185/70 R 14 92T XL. Extra load, radial tubeless, like new, barely used, fits Honda Civic or like. 4 tires/$200 o.b.o.

Call 802‑233‑3551.

NEW HAVEN ‑ 2 bedroom apartment. Next to the town green. $900 monthly.

Sunny, hardwood floors, dishwasher, gas stove, 15 minutes to Middlebury. 35 minutes to Burlington. Utili‑ ties not included. Security deposit and references.

Call 802‑249‑1328.

NEW HAVEN SUNNY, qui‑ et village apartment. East/ West views. Easy commute to surrounding Addison County towns and Burling‑ ton. No pets, no smoking.

References. $925/month.

802‑236‑2040.

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Wood Heat FIREWOOD FOR SALE seasoned 1 year. $275 per cord. 802‑558‑1069.

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

Consulting/appraisal ser‑ vices available. House calls made free of charge.

FIREWOOD. CUT, SPLIT and delivered. $210/cord seasoned. $185/cord green. 802‑282‑9110.

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

Particularly on sites like Craigslist.

And it’s easier to break the law than you might think. You can’t say “no children” or “adults only.” There is lots you can’t say.

The federal government is watching for such discrimination.

Let us help you sift through the complexities of the Fair Housing Law. Stay legal. Stay on the right side of the nation’s Fair Housing Law. Call the Addison Independent at (802) 388-4944.

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Man cited for disorderly conduct MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury for evaluation. police cited Benjamin Emmons, 28, • Helped Porter Hospital staff with for disorderly conduct and resisting an “agitated, intoxicated” woman on arrest at Porter Hospital on Nov. 13. Nov. 14.

Police said Emmons, who was listed • Were informed about the as homeless, was one of “several fraudulent use of a local resident’s intoxicated persons” credit card on Nov. 15. allegedly causing a • Cited a minor for disturbance at the being in possession of hospital. nicotine on Middlebury In other action last Union High School Police Log week, Middlebury grounds on Nov. 15. police: • Investigated a report of a man in • Helped calm a mental health a camouflage jacket throwing a rope patient in the Birchard Park area on over the Cross Street Bridge on Nov. Nov. 12.

15. Police said they searched the area • Assisted Porter Hospital officials and could find no sign of the man or a with a woman patient who was rope. attempting to leave prematurely on • Told a Court Street resident to Nov. 13. quiet down at around 11:30 p.m. on • Assisted a local resident who Nov. 16. complained of being stalked on Nov. • Investigated a report of a drunken 13. woman allegedly threatening another • Served a temporary restraining woman at an Elm Street residence on order on a man in the North Pleasant Nov. 16. Police are still investigating Street area on Nov. 14. the matter.

• Responded, with Middlebury • Responded to a report of two Regional EMS, to a report of children throwing snowballs at a drunken man at McDonald’s vehicles at the intersection of North Restaurant on Nov. 14. Police said Pleasant and Seminary streets on Nov. the man was taken to Porter Hospital 16.

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VERGENNES UNION ELEMENTARY School students and cousins Spencer Gebo and Eli Schondube proudly display a Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF box on Halloween night. In year two of their annual collection efforts, VUES students raised over $700 for kids around the globe impacted by famine, catastrophic weather, and war. Students send out their thanks to all those in the community who supported their efforts to help other kids.

Photo/Lissa Gebo

Police deal with two three-car crashes ADDISON COUNTY — Troopers from the New Haven barracks of the Vermont State Police reported two separate three-car crashes in one day last week.

The more serious incident was in the evening of Thursday, Nov. 15. At around 8:30 p.m., troopers responded to a crash on in Ferrisburgh on South Middlebrook Road near Monkton Road.

Police report that a 2002 Ford Explorer driven by Michael Mills, 58, of Ferrisburgh was broken down on South Middlebrook Road with a dead battery and flat tire. Peter Bearor, 63, of Ferrisburgh stopped to assist Mills in changing a tire and jump starting the vehicle.

A 2013 Dodge Caravan driven

by Patricia Paul 66, of Ferrisburgh came up South Middlebrook Road at a speed of approximately 30 mph in a 35 mph zone, police report. She told troopers that she was blinded by the headlights on Bearor’s Hyundai Sonata and unable to see Mills’ Ford; and Paul’s Caravan rear-ended the Ford Explorer. This collision caused Bearor to become trapped under the Explorer and Mills to sustain lacerations to his face. Bearor was taken to UVM Medical Center for treatment of a possible broken leg and Mills was taken to Porter Hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Paul was reported to be uninjured.

Both the Explorer and the Caravan sustained damage and were considered total losses; Bearor’s Sonata did not sustain any damage.

Police said a traffic ticket was pending.

Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by the Vergennes Fire Department and Vergennes Area Rescue Squad.

Police report that Nikki Brileya, 33, of Brandon and Donald Jochum, 55, of Addison were driving cars that were both stopped in the southbound

TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY, VERMONT BID SPECIFICATIONS FOR HAROLD CURTIS PARK – BASKETBALL COURT REPLACEMENT BID NUMBER #20181015-1 INVITATION TO BID

Sealed competitive Bids for: The replacement of the Harold Curtis Park Basketball Court will be received at the Department of Public Works, 1020 S. Route 7, Middlebury, Vermont 05753 until 1:00 p.m.

Friday, December 14, 2018 and will be publicly opened and read aloud soon thereafter.

Information for Bidders, Specifications and Bid Forms may be obtained without charge at the office of Public Works at 1020 S. Route 7, Middlebury, VT 05753, or can be accessed on the Town’s webpage at www.townofmiddlebury.org.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Full Passport Service Addison County Courthouse The Addison County Clerk is available to accept passport applications and provide passport photos.

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lane of Bristol Road, both behind a vehicle that was waiting to turn left onto Church Road. Lillian Crane, 22, of Weybridge was driving 2008 Honda Civic southbound on Bristol Road at approximately 40 mph. Crane told police that she fell asleep behind the wheel. Her Honda proceeded to rear end Brileya’s 2012 Jeep Compass, which was knocked forward into Jochum’s 2010 Chevy Impala. Both the Jeep and the Honda were reported to be totaled as a result of the collision. Jochum’s Impala sustained moderate rear-end damage.

Crane was taken to Porter Hospital for non-life-threating injuries and Brileya was transported to UVM Medical Center respectfully as a precaution for a possible concussion.

Neither alcohol nor drugs were found to be contributing factors in the crash. A traffic ticket was pending.

Town of Monkton Selectboard Vacancy

The Town of Monkton is seeking applicants to join the Monkton Selectboard to complete a term expiring in March 2019. Submit letter of interest to Town Clerk, P.O. Box 12, Monkton , VT 05469 or email townclerk@monktonvt.com by noon Nov. 26, 2018.

State police were assisted on scene by the Bristol police and rescue squad and by the Monkton Fire Department.

In the only other activity reported in the past week, local troopers on Nov. 14 at a little after 3 p.m. stopped a motor vehicle on Route 17 West in Weybridge. Police cited the driver, identified as 47-year-old Gary Fleming of Port Henry, N.Y., for driving with a criminally suspended license; and police discovered that Fleming had an active arrest warrant Fleming was taken into custody and lodged at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $10,000 bail.

Public Notices Index

Public Notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON Independent on Page 9B.

Ferrisburgh (1) Lincoln (1) New Haven (1) Middlebury (1) Otter Creek Natural Resources Conservation District (1) Otter Valley Unified Union School District (1)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF SHOREHAM

The Shoreham Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, December 6, 2018, at 7 pm, at the Shoreham Town Office, located at 297 Main Street in Shoreham, VT, to hear public comments on proposed amendments to the Shoreham Zoning Regulations.

Proposed Amendments: 1. Creation of a new town district, the Village Park District (VPD), to provide an area for walking, relaxation, and exercise for town residents and their dogs, as well as providing a buffer between the residential portion of the Farnham Property and the Village Commercial District. The VPD consists of municipally-owned land and will be protected from future development. The proposed area is bounded by Main Street to the south, the Wastewater facility to the north, open Village Residential District land on the west, and Rte. 22A and the Village Commercial District on the east.

2. To amend the Village Commercial District (VCD) by removing municipally-owned property from the west side of the VCD. 3. To make the Village Commercial Design Overlay District (VCDOD) a permanent part of the Zoning Regulations.

Documentation of the proposed new Village Park District, amended Village Commercial District, the Village Commercial Design Overlay District, and associated mapping are available to the public at the Shoreham Town Clerk’s office, 297 Main Street, Shoreham, VT. You are encouraged to review the documentation for any additional information concerning these particular matters.

Persons wishing to be heard at this Hearing may do so in person, or by submitting written testimony, or by representation by a licensed Vermont Attorney or by an authorized agent. Please note that in accordance with Chapter 117, Section 4464, of the Vermont statutes, participation in the hearing described above is a prerequisite to the right to make subsequent appeal.

Benjamin Trudo, Chair Shoreham Planning Commission 11/8, 15, 22, 29

VERMONT HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON BOND ISSUE

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Vermont Housing Finance Agency (the “Agency”) at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 164 Saint Paul Street, Burlington, Vermont, regarding the proposal of EastView at Middlebury, Inc. (together with its affiliates, the “Borrower”) that the Agency issue qualified 501(c)(3) bonds (as defined in Section 145 of the Internal Revenue Code), in an aggregate amount not to exceed $13,500,000, to refinance certain previously issued debt that financed facilities owned and operated by the Borrower for multi-family residential housing purposes and located at 100 EastView Terrace, Middlebury, Vermont, or adjacent or proximate sites, and to finance certain new improvements thereto. The existing project to be refinanced includes the construction, furnishing and equipping of an approximately 99-unit, multi-level senior living community adjacent to the Porter Medical Center campus, which facility includes 30 cottage homes, 32 independent living apartments, 19 residential care apartments and 18 memory care studios. The new improvements include a new elevator, the purchase of a van, and general improvements to the facility.

The bonds proposed to be issued by the Agency will not constitute a debt or liability of the State of Vermont or of any political subdivision, or a charge against the general credit of the Agency, or an indebtedness or obligation of the Agency within the meaning of any constitutional limitation or statutory provision. Issuance of the proposed bonds is subject to, among other conditions, the approval of the Governor of the State of Vermont.

Interested persons wishing to express their views on the project and the proposed issuance of qualified 501(c)(3) bonds to finance and refinance the project will be given the opportunity to do so at the public hearing or may, prior to the time of the public hearing, submit their views in writing to the Agency at 164 Saint Paul Street, Burlington, Vermont 05402.

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Salisbury to hold Holiday Tree Lighting on Dec. 1 SALISBURY — Salisbury’s 13th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration will take place at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, at Salisbury’s Veterans Memorial Park (across from Maple Meadow Farm).

Festivities will include lighting of the beautiful Town Holiday Tree, a giant bonfire, hayrides, a visit from Santa, sing-along, hot cocoa, and more. A Holiday Party — with food and refreshments, stories,

and a chance to spend more time with Santa — will follow at the Salisbury Town Library. All are welcome. Call 802-352-4836 for more information.

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The Assistant Judges of Addison County invite the public to a meeting to discuss the preliminary proposed county budget for FY2019-2020 (July 1, 2019June 30, 2020). This meeting will not take the place of the Annual Meeting, which will be held in January 2019, but will allow for public participation in the preliminary budget process. The meeting will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at 9:00am at the Mahady Courthouse in Middlebury, VT. Alice M. George, Assistant Judge Irene Poole, Assistant Judge 11/22, 29, 12/3

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• Received a report about a vehicle allegedly leaving the scene of an accident on Route 7 South on Nov. 16.

• Assisted with a “juvenile problem” at MUHS on Nov. 16.

• Found a juvenile in possession of a vape device on MUHS grounds on Nov. 16.

• Towed multiple vehicles on downtown streets that were in violation of Middlebury’s winter parking ban during snow cleanup on Nov. 16.

• Responded to a noise complaint in the Court Street area on Nov. 17.

• Investigated a report of a man “crawling around” the front lawn of a South Pleasant Street residence on Nov. 17. Police said they found no evidence of such an incident.

• Met on Nov. 18 with a person who complained of being harassed by the government.

• Responded to a domestic disturbance ta a Woodbridge Lane residence on Nov. 18. Police said the matter was resolved peacefully.

• Assisted Porter Emergency Department officials with an agitated patient on Nov. 18. Police said the patient left the property without incident.

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Local woman works to build community in Ethiopia

MESKEREM COOPER, ADOPTED from Ethiopia as a child, is now the head of Global Family Initiative. With her is Blen, the youngest Origins Homes child.

Photo courtesy Betasab

BRISTOL — For most of us, it is unthinkable to imagine growing up without a family, but that is the sad reality for many children. To learn more about a program addressing this problem, the public is invited to attend “The Betasab Project: The Global Family Initiative Helping Orphans and Women in Ethiopia” with Claudia Cooper on The program T h u r s d a y , Nov. 29, at provides the Lawrence permanent Memorial family Library from homes for 7-8:30 p.m.

20 orphaned Claudia and Cooper is a co-founder of abandoned Global Family children, Initiative with the and has been child care visiting and coming from working in Ethiopia since two full2003. She also time staff positions, a teaches in the Education mother and Studies and an auntie, E n g l i s h for each departments at Middlebury house.

College, where she focuses on literacy, global education, and writing and literature for children and young adults.

GFI’s first venture is the Betasab Project, located in Addis Abbaba, Ethiopia. Betasab means family in Amharic. The Betasab Project provides marginalized and vulnerable Ethiopian women and children with the means to a secure future through a holistic

BETASAB’S LEARNING LIONS program helps small children like this one.

community-building approach, halting the cycle of poverty and lack of education by empowering women and children with infrastructure, resources, and educational opportunities.

The program provides permanent family homes for 20 orphaned and abandoned children, with the child care coming from two full-time staff positions, a mother and an auntie, for each house. Through the family model, GFI seeks to provide stability and love for children who would otherwise miss out on knowing what being part of a

supportive family means.

During the presentation, Cooper will discuss Betasab and the Global Family Initiative, explaining how it was formed through a combination of her personal story, her work in Ethiopia, and her teaching. She will highlight the programs’ successes as well as its hurdles and share stories and photos of the children it serves. Cooper will offer an overview of GFI’s programs and explain where the organization is now as her daughter Meskerem, who she adopted from Ethiopia, is about to take the helm.

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For more information about Global Family Initiative and The Betasab Project, see globalfamilyinitiative.org.

For more information about this event or One World Library Project, contact the Lawrence Memorial Library at 453-2366 or go to OneWorldLibraryProject.org or the One World Library Project Facebook page.

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VERGENNES — Vergennes police on Nov. 12, with help from Vermont State Police, investigated a report of gunshots in a wooded area not far from the Evergreen Preschool on South Water Street.

Authorities found a man targetshooting with a pellet gun, and they reminded him that it is not legal to discharge a firearm within the Vergennes city limits and added it is especially not a good idea near a preschool.

In other incidents between Nov. 12 and 18 Vergennes police issued six tickets for speeding during two directed patrols on West Main Street, and also: On Nov. 12 conducted two welfare checks, one on an elderly Walker Avenue resident who was found to be fine, and one on a Cataract Lane resident who they learned had already left her home to seek medical attention.

On Nov. 13: • Dealt with a fender-bender in the parking lot of a Main Street apartment building.

• Responded to the Jiffy Mart in Ferrisburgh to help Vermont State Police with a suicidal woman there; she was transported to Porter Hospital to meet with the Counseling Service of Addison County.

• Tried unsuccessfully to find a city man involved in a case in Middlebury on behalf of police there.

On Nov. 14 responded along with the Vergennes Area Rescue Squad to Vergennes Union High School, and VARS took a student to Porter Hospital.

On Nov. 15 began investigating a report of suspicious behavior on Walker Avenue.

On Nov. 16 helped VARS at a call at 1 Alden Place.

On Nov. 17: • Discussed a complaint of unwanted texts with a city resident, but determined they were nonthreatening.

• Sent the department Drug Recognition Expert to help Hinesburg police.

• Responded along with VARS to St. Peter’s Parish Hall parking lot, where a car had backed slowly into a pedestrian, knocking her over. Police said she was not seriously injured.

On Nov. 18: • Locked a Main Street business door found open after hours.

• Went to Addison to help state police deal with a drunken man who had cut himself; he was transported to Porter Hospital.

• Began looking into a complaint of a man hitting a dog at a Monkton Road home.

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November 22, 2018

The Addison Independent

Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix are coming to the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury this Saturday, Nov. 24. There will be two shows, at 1 and 4 p.m.

Grrr, woof, woof: the Muttville Comix comes to town

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udience members take their seats, the house lights dim, then the stage lights, queue the music and the cast takes the stage — it’s another performance at Town Hall Theater. But on Saturday, Nov. 24, the curtain will rise on a cast that drools, sheds and walks on four legs (most of the time). That’s right, dogs.

BY ELSIE LYNN PARINI

Sixteen canines of all shapes and sizes will join Johnny Peers on Saturday for the Muttville Comix’s second performance at the Middlebury theater. They first came to the Town Hall Theater in January 2017.

This year, the Muttville Comix gets the Saturday after Thanksgiving — a prime spot.

“We used to have the internet cat video festival on the Saturday after Thanksgiving,” explained marketing manager Haley Rice. “It was a funny act that was good for the whole family.

Unfortunately the show was discontinued in 2016.”

The Town Hall Theater tried a bow wow festival of dog videos, but that didn’t quite take off. The Muttville Comix act, however, was a huge hit — Rice said they sold out the show last year, and so they’re very excited to have Peers back.

“Lots of people have family in town for Thanksgiving,” she said. “It’s important that the show on Saturday is something everybody will like, from grandma to little kids.”

novelties, cotton candy… that kind of stuff.”

They lived on the road mostly, and followed the circus.

“What it does is it makes you wise to the world,” Peers said of his upbringing. “It teaches you that

Peers and the Muttville Comix fits the bill.

Unique? Yes. Entertaining? Definitely. A spectacle? For sure. Hilarious? You betcha.

But the show doesn’t explain, how, exactly, Peers got into comedy with dogs over 40 years ago. For that, we started at the beginning.

Johnny Peers didn’t exactly have a “normal” childhood. Well, unless you call traveling around with the circus “normal.” No? I didn’t think so. Instead of lunch boxes and arithmetic, young Peers traveled the country with his dad working their concession stand at the circus.

“My father was a concession man,” Peers explained by phone last week. “You know, toys,

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ART ‘LOOP TRACK’ takes the stage

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he Middlebury College Department of Theatre and Dance presents their annual Fall Dance Concert on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 at the Mahaney Center for the Arts. This year’s show, “LOOP TRACK,” is a collection of five student choreographers’ original work, developed with supervising assistant professor of dance Laurel Jenkins.

The evening will also include the Newcomers’ Piece, open to students who have not previously participated in a Dance Program performance.

THIS IS YOUR REST Frequent touch and weight-bearing partnering movements tell little stories about the parts of ourselves that we share with others, intentionally or not.

BIG BIG WHIRL Dancers come together for a scene of dreams and memories that are rooted in dizziness and pedestrian movement.

DIALED Dancers tackle the embodiment of the disembodied style of communication that seems to govern our daily lives in a media-driven society.

The Middlebury College Department of Theatre and Dance hosts their annula Fall Dance Concert on Nov. 31 and Dec. 1 at the Mahaney Center for the Arts.

PHOTO / JONATHAN HSU / JHSUMEDIA.COM

SPECULATION Constructed through the framework of the scientific method, “Speculation” is a piece where process meets creativity, performance meets experimentation and dancer meets audience.

ALONE ABIDES IN THE HOUSE OF HEAVEN Using Hestia, the goddess of the hearth from Greek mythology as a grounding figure, dancers explore what defines the role of the supporter. normally seen.

INSECURITY ZOO This year’s Newcomers’ Piece is choreographed by the Dance Company of Middlebury (directed this year by Lida Winfield). The piece explores moving into and through fear, the vulnerability of publicly declaring insecurities, and the support and community generated through (literally) moving through insecurity. This largescale collaboration between the 12 students in DCM and seven dancers new to the Middlebury stage experiments with the choreographic process as well as content. The dancers met with a different group of students from DCM every four rehearsals, allowing the creative vision to be shared and altered as the piece developed. Rather than dancing like no one is watching, this piece asks what happens when we dance like everybody is watching.

The Dance Program’s annual Fall Dance Concert will take place on Friday, Nov. 30, and Saturday, Dec. 1, at 7:30 p.m., in the Dance Theatre of the Mahaney Center for the Arts in Middlebury. Tickets are $15 for the general public; $12 for Middlebury College faculty, staff, alumni, emeriti and other ID card holders; $8 for youth 18 and under; and $6 for Middlebury College students. To order, call 802-443-MIDD (6433) or visit go.middlebury.edu/arts.

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| ARTS+LEISURE | Thursday, November 22, 2018 — PAGE 3 and effort to have such obedient pups. All 16 of them sit patiently on a bench on stage, awaiting their time in the spotlight.

you can’t take anything at face CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 value; you’ve got to be prepared for anything on the road… Like for example, I’ve seen albino midgets hitchhiking — no I’m just kidding.”

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“A lot of people ask me how I train them,” Peers said, who lives with all the dogs 24-7 either at his home in Florida or on the road. “I just play around with them every day. First you become their friend and then they become your friend. It’s the trust factor — that’s really important. I guess that’s basically how I do it, but it feels more like play to me.”

When Peers was working with his dad, he befriended the clowns and began learning their tricks.

And what happens when a doggie puts a paw out of line?

“They’re the ones who convinced me to go to clown college,” he said. The Ringling Brothers Clown College to be precise, where Peers graduated when he was 17 years old.

At first Peers had a comedy act without dogs.

Then one fateful day in the early ’70s, Peers decided to bring his first puppy, Freckles — a Beagle mix from the Humane Society — on stage.

“People seemed to like it,” said Peers, remembering those days as a 20-something living in New York. “I think people like it when they think the dogs are getting the best of you…

They’re actually trained but the act can seem unorganized.”

Since their 1980 debut, the Muttville Comix have appeared on “David Letterman,” “Primetime Live” and “Circus of the Stars,” as well as at Disneyland, Busch Gardens, the Big Apple Circus, the Royal Hanneford Circus, even The White House.

Saturday’s show stars dogs mostly rescued from shelters, like Daphne, the world’s only skateboarding Basset Hound; Squeaky, the ladder

“Velcro on the seat,” Peers said, half-joking. “I’m constantly looking back to see what’s going on.”

“There are no secrets,” he said. “The dogs normally come up to me and tell me what they want to do.

You just have to be able to read them.”

Johnny Peers performs with his dogs this Saturday at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury.

climbing Fox Terrier; Mr. Pepe, who only responds to commands in Spanish; and Sir Winston, the Pointer mix who only answers to “Sir.” “Noodles (the Basset Hound) does whatever he can to get out of the show,” Peers laughed. “He’s a scatterbrain, so I work around him… Junior, a Jack Russell mix — he’s the star of the show; and Lady, she’s a real up-and-comer.

“Total, there are 16 dogs in the show, unless one is watching Animal Planet that day,” Peers joked.

“They have me wrapped around their finger.”

But in all seriousness, Peers puts in a lot of time

After 40 years (or so) in the biz, Peers has gotten pretty good at that. But that’s only part of what keeps this show going.

“I like to make people laugh,” he said. “To see them enjoying the dogs and what they’re doing, and to see people having a good time. There are a lot of rewards in this business… It’s the old saying ‘labor of love’ — that applies to me.”

Saturday’s shows are for the whole family and the dog lover in all of us. There will be two performances, at 1 and 4 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for those 18 and under in advance; and $2 more expensive at the door (plus fees).

Call (802) 382-9222 or visit townhalltheater.org for tickets and more info.

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OUT OF TOWN World Cup brings entertainment to Killington

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ure, the World Cup’s coming to Killington Mountain Resort again, but there’s also a sweet line up of musicians, movies and more for all the spectators this Friday-Sunday, Nov. 23-25.

“Combining an expanded entertainment lineup with the United States’ premier women’s ski racing event makes for a unique, weekend party at Killington for fans of all ages that’s free and open to the public,” said Rob Megnin, director of marketing and sales for Killington Resort. “Guests who come for the whole weekend, Friday through Sunday, will have an opportunity to experience Killington like never before. The combination of live music, fireworks show, movie premiers, and of course the ski racing, will create a unique mountain event guests have never experienced before.”

New this year, Killington will host free concerts

each day of the weekend featuring Michael Franti, Paul Oakenfold, KT Tunstall and Guster.

Additional entertainment includes the World Cup Festival Village, fireworks, parades and a Friday night bib draw featuring top athletes.

WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS Friday: Festival Village, Athlete Bib Presentation, Paul Oakenfold Performance, Fireworks, and Teton Gravity Research’s “Far Out” movie Saturday: Festival Village, opening parade featuring Vermont youth ski racers, Giant Slalom Races with KT Tunstall performing between runs, live music after the second run and Warren Miller Entertainment’s “Face of Winter” movie

The full weekend schedule is available at Killington.com/worldcup.

Sunday: Festival Village, opening parade featuring New England youth ski racers and Slalom Races with Guster performing between runs

While the ski races and concerts are free and open to the public, you can purchase tickets for premium viewing areas for the giant slalom and slalom races and preferred parking.

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IN TOWN Legend comes to play in Ripton

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my Rigby is a minor legend, and she’s coming to the Ripton Community Coffee House on Dec. 1.

“She’s the sort of quirky singer/ songwriter that appeals to young and old, definitely very Vermont,” said RCCH organizer Winslow Colwell.

Rigby has made her career out of writing and singing about life. Through the ’80s Rigby played in New York City’s East Village with the bands Last Roundup and the Shams; in the ’90s, she debuted her solo “Diary Of A Mod Housewife” in Williamsburg, Va.; in the 2000s she wrote songs in Nashville, Tenn.; and in the past decade, she’s released records with duo partner Wreckless Eric. Yeah, she’s been around.

Rigby grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Penn., listening to AM and FM radio, and moved to New York City in 1976 to attend Parsons School Of Design. She saw all the bands at CBGB (a New York City music club originally opened for Country, BlueGrass, and Blues, but became a famed venue of punk rock in the early ’80s). Soon she formed her own no wave band Stare Kits, then began writing songs, singing harmony and playing guitar in country band Last Roundup with her brother Michael McMahon. Her next band the Shams, a postmodern girl group, released one album on indie label Matador in 1991 and an EP in 1993.

The Shams toured the U.S., opening for both the Indigo Girls and Urge Overkill. Rigby began playing solo shows and sending out cassettes,

and was signed to the Koch label.

When she was 37, Rigby released her first solo album “Diary Of A Mod Housewife.” After playing in bands for years, she seriously entered the youth-obsessed pop music game well past the acceptable age, but that was the point of the record — an early midlife battle cry complete with manifesto that ended “not…ready…to give in…yet.”

“Diary Of A Mod Housewife” was a critical smash and commercial success. It was voted no. 8 album in the 1996 “Village Voice Pazz & Jop Critics’ Poll” and landed Rigby on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross, noncommercial and college radio and in every major magazine and newspaper in the U.S. Rigby has continued to record and perform for the last two decades, appearing on Late Night With Conan O’Brien, Mountain Stage, World Cafe, Whad’Ya Know and PBS’s Speaking Freely.

She’s been a panelist and performer at CMJ, South by Southwest, Bumbershoot, Lilith Fair, Rockrgrl, Folk Alliance and Southern Festival Of Books conferences, and has had her portrait drawn for the New Yorker. She was also a staff songwriter for Welk Music in Nashville and has had her songs covered by They Might Be Giants, Ronnie Spector, Maria Doyle Kennedy and Laura Cantrell and used in film and TV. See, what’d we tell ya — minor legend.

“The Old Guys,” her first solo album in a dozen years, measures the weight of heroes, home,

Amy Rigby will perform at the Ripton Community Coffee House on Saturday, Dec. 1.

PHOTO / TED BARRON

family, friends and time. In the album, she pays tribute to Philip Roth and Bob Dylan, CD/ cassette players, touring, the wisdom of age and Walter White, groupies, Robert Altman and, of course, egg creams. The 12 songs were written by Rigby and recorded by Wreckless Eric in upstate New York. “The Old Guys” is the sound of a good girl grown up, never giving up.

See her live on Saturday evening, at 7:30 p.m., in Ripton. Tickets are $10 regular admission, $15 generous admission, $3 kids under 13. More info is at rcch.org.

‘Mister Chris and Friends’ brings music to Vermont PBS Just in time for the holidays, Vermont PBS debuts a new children’s series that’s guaranteed to entertain the kiddos. “Mister Chris and Friends,” a joyful new music and education series for kids, premiered its full first season on Wednesday, Nov. 21. The show encourages learning, exploration and fun for the entire family.

“Mister Chris and Friends” features the songs and adventures of “Mister Chris,” performed by Chris Dorman, who is known throughout the region for his gentle, nurturing and inquisitive approach to sharing music with children and their families.

In each episode, Mister Chris makes a wish to learn something new and goes on a fun

adventure of discovery and learning. Along the way, he meets new friends, interviews inquisitive kiddos, and celebrates with a Big, Big Concert. Throughout, he sings songs and focuses on listening to the people he encounters.

If this sounds reminiscent of Mister Roger’s Neighborhood, it is. Vermont PBS looked to Fred Roger’s iconic children’s show for inspiration around style, pace and deep respect for children. Above all, “Mister Chris and Friends” meets children where they are. Geared toward kids age 3-6, the show looks to see the world with wondering eyes, and makes space for their voices, questions and wishes.

“My hope is that each child who tunes in to ‘Mister Chris and Friends’ feels listened to, respected, and encouraged to express who they are in their unique way,” Dorman said. “The stories we tell through the show are directly inspired by the very real magic of how children explore the world and inspire curiosity and compassion in us all.”

Watch the full first season, Wednesdays at 10 a.m., on the main Vermont PBS channel.

All of the new episodes will air back-toback, followed by the previously released pilot episode. The full first season will also be available to stream at vermontpbs.org/ misterchris, along with web extras.

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GINGERBREAD HOUSE EXHIBIT AND COMPETITION OPENING RECEPTION IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Nov. 30, 4-6 p.m., Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St. Come see this year’s entries in the Folklife center’s annual gingerbread event. To enter go to vermontfolklifecenter.org.

GALLERY STROLL IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Creative Space Gallery, 214 Main St. Enjoy “make and take” activities for holiday decorating and giving.

DANCE

FALL DANCE CONCERT IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. A dynamic evening of ideas in motion showcasing choreography by emerging student dance artists and the annual Newcomers’ Piece.

Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale November 12.

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

FILM

“EL NORTE” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Nov. 29, 6 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Middlebury Community Classic Film Club continues its fall season, themed “Immigration and Migration.” Fleeing the violence of the Guatemalan civil war, two refugees head north through Mexico to the United States. Their story reverberates powerfully in our own time. Free.

Discussion to follow. Cookies, popcorn and good coffee. See great films with friends old and new.

products. The FeltLOOM, which creates felt fabric from carded fiber, will be demonstrated on both days. More info at 802-247-5412, mvfalpacas@ gmail.com or mapleviewfarmalpacas.com.

“LIGHT OF CHRISTMAS” MARKETPLACE IN BRISTOL. Friday, Nov. 30, 1-5 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. Featuring craft shop, bake shop, mercy Creation gift shop, doll & jewelry shop, wonder jars, silent auction, attic treasures and fabulous raffles — hand-made quilt, theme baskets filled with great items, 50/50. Silver Tea at 2:30 p.m.

HOLIDAY STROLL IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Locations downtown. Celebrate the holidays in Vergennes with breakfast with Santa, Craft Fair at VUHS, Bixby Library activities, Pictures with Santa, storytelling and crafts at the Opera House, Caroling on Main Street, other activities and Lighting of the Park. For a full schedule of events visit VergennesDowntown.org or follow on social media @VergennesPartnership.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 8-10:30 a.m., Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd. Breakfast, an elf band and chorus, crafts for the kids, and of course a visit with Santa. Tickets $5 for kids/$7 for adults.

All proceeds benefit the VUHS music program.

HOLIDAY BASKETS SILENT AUCTION IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Part of the little city’s Holiday Stroll. Bidding on items closes at 1:45 p.m. and bids can be taken home or picked up later.

ANIMATIONS/CONCERT IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Twilight Auditorium, Middlebury College. Hand-drawn animations from Studio Art courses ART 185 and ART 200 will be screened along with a live concert performance by multifaceted musician and artist Raumshiff Engelmayr. Free. More info at middlebury.edu/ arts or 802-443-3168.

ST. PAUL’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR IN ORWELL. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Orwell Town Hall, 436 Main St. Handmade gifts, crafts, decorations, ornaments, wreaths, raffle, basket raffle, flea market, bake sale, lunch and refreshments.

All proceeds benefit St. Paul’s Church. More info contact Kathy Buxton at 802-948-2049.

HOLIDAY

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR IN BRISTOL. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Park St. Attic Treasures, great crafts, Rada knives, items made by African ladies and silent auction items which will include antiques and much more. Have a lunch of homemade soup and a sandwich and buy some baked goods to take home such as some homemade donuts, fudge or other delicious goodies.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR IN BRIDPORT. Friday, Nov. 23 and Saturday, Nov. 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Masonic Hall, Middle Rd. Over 50 crafters with handcrafted quality merchandise at country prices.

ALPACA HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE IN BRANDON. Saturday, Nov. 24 and Sunday, Nov. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Maple View Alpaca Farm, 185 Adams Rd. Learn about these gentle, intelligent fiber animals and how their fleece is turned into yarn and other

VERY MERRY MIDDLEBURY COMMENCES IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., downtown. Opening day of Middlebury’s annual

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holiday festivities begins when Santa arrives at 9:30 a.m. and continues with Santa visits at the Middlebury Inn from 10 a.m.-noon, free milk and cookies at Kiss the Cook from 10 a.m.-noon, free gift wrapping at Community Barn Ventures from 10 a.m.2 p.m., and the Hot Cocoa hut serving up cocoa and fixings from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for 25 cents a cup.

SHELDON MUSEUM’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 2, 12-4 p.m. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Enjoy the elaborate model train layout, carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano, and a Miniature Christmas Tree Raffle.

The raffle features 20 creative trees decorated by local artists. See two holiday exhibits: Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You, and An Over the Top Holiday. Admission by donation. More info at 802388-2117 or HenrySheldonMuseum.org.

OLD-FASHIONED VISITS WITH SANTA IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec 1, 10 a.m.-noon.

Middlebury Inn, 16 Court Sq. Bring the tots to see the jolly old elf. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

HOLIDAY POTTERY SALE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Route 7. Pottery by Kathy Clarke, Ken Martin, Instructors, local potters, studio assistants and students. Handmade holiday gifts at affordable prices, also cards, jewelry, paintings and some surprises. Everything is locally made. A fundraiser to benefit the school.

SANTA READS “THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30 -11 a.m.

Bixby Memorial Library 258 Main St. Join Santa as he reads Clement Moore’s classic Christmas tale.

Part of the little city’s Holiday Stroll.

JON GAILMOR IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 11-11:45 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Jon Gailmor plays holiday favorites as part of the Vergennes Holiday Stroll.

HOLIDAY AUCTION IN BRANDON. Sunday, Dec. 2, 1:30 p.m., Brandon Free Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Be a part of an entertaining and philanthropic event. The Friends of the Brandon Library host this auction. Fun, laughter, camaraderie and a bit of wine and cheese too. Preview at 1:30 p.m. Auction begins promptly at 2 p.m. More info at info@ brandonpubliclibrary.org or 802-247-8230.

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GINGERBREAD HOUSE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec 1, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Community Room. Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. All materials provided. Free.

JUST FOR FUN

JOHNNY PEERS AND THE MUTTVILLE COMICS IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Nov. 24, 1 and 4 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Come see this slapstick comedy act like no other. Peers leads over a dozen dogs through challenging and hilarious tricks as he plays the straight man. More info available soon online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, MondaySaturday, noon-5 p.m.

MUSIC

CAROLINE COTTER IN BRANDON. Saturday, Nov. 24, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd With a captivating soprano voice and award-winning songwriting, Caroline Cotter’s travel inspired songs take listeners all over the world and into the depths of the human heart. Show $20. Dinner and show $45.

Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. BYOB. Call 802-247-4295 or email info@ brandon-music.net to reserve.

HORSE TRADERS ON STAGE IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Nov. 24, 8 p.m., Vergennes Opera House 120 Main St. The Horse Traders’ music ranges from modern pop and oldies to classic rock, soul and country, 4 Non Blondes and many more. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8pm. Tickets are $10.

JENNI JOHNSON JAZZ IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Nov. 25, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Delight in Jenni’s smooth voice and unique style as she performs versatile renditions of American Jazz classics. Part of The Residence’s Sunday Music Series. Free and open to the public.

Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-3881220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

“HONEY IN THE HIVE: TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND STEP DANCE” IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, Nov. 25, 3-4 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Young Traditions Vermont 2018 contest winners Romy (fiddle, flute and feet) and Ben (keyboard) Munkres, with their parents Andrew Munkres (vocals, banjo and guitar) and Kristin Bolton (upright bass, vocals and feet) will play Celtic music as well traditional music from the U.S., Canada and Sweden, at times accompanied by Irish, Cape Breton, Quebecois, or Appalachian step dance. Free and open to the public.

COMMUNITY RHYTHM CIRCLE WITH ROB ZOLLMAN IN MIDDLEBURY. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 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. It builds community and empowers people to enjoy music in ways they may never have experienced. Free and open to the public. Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

CAROLING, CAROLING! in Middlebury. Saturday,

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Dec. 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury, 2 Main St. All are welcome to gather on the front steps in cozy attire to celebrate the season with festive songs.

MAIDEN VERMONT IN VERGENNES. Saturday, Dec. 1, 1-1:30 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Enjoy a capella holiday serenade as part of Vergennes’ Holiday Stroll.

AMY RIGBY IN CONCERT IN RIPTON. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House, Route 125. Doors open at 7 p.m. Come hear whimsical, often autobiographical songs. Rigby will be accompanied by her husband, Wreckless Eric. Refreshments available. Wheelchair accessible but the bathrooms are not. Call ahead for a slot on the open mic list. Admission $15 generous admission/$10 general admission/$3 for children. More info call 802-388-9782.

THE SOUND INVESTMENT JAZZ ENSEMBLE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. The Sound Investment shares its recent exploration of big band music from around the world — they were surprised by what they found.

It’s certain to be a special, swingin’ evening. Free.

VA-ET-VIENT IN BRANDON. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Vermont’s own Va-et-vient is a trio performing French, Québecois, Cajun, and Créole music. Take a step ‘out of Vermont’ without actually leaving, and come enjoy Va-et-vient. Show $20. Dinner and show $45. Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. BYOB. More

info at 802-247-4295 or info@brandon-music.net.

THEATER

“THE DROWSY CHAPERONE” ON STAGE IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Nov. 29, Friday, Nov. 30 and Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 2, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

JUPITER QUARTET IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Dr. The quartet celebrates Debussy in this centenary year of his passing. Pre-concert lecture by Professor of Music Larry Hamberlin, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 221.

Reserved seating. Tickets: $28 Public/$22 Midd ID holders/$10 Youth/$6 Midd students. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“MEN ON BOATS” ON STAGE IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 1, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m., Seeler Studio Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. This play by Jaclyn Backhaus is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale Nov. 12. More info at middelbuey.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

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MUSIC

Caroline Cotter stops for a show at Brandon Music

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ve got roots that go deep and grow deeper the more I leave my home,” sings Caroline Cotter in the title cut of the sparkling “Home on the River,” her second full-length major release. The sweetly expressive Americana artist, who has found a true home on the road and on diverse musical stages throughout the world, is on tour and will stop to play at Brandon Music on Saturday, Nov. 24.

Cotter grew up in Providence, R.I., and attended college in Maine before setting off on what has become a global quest for adventure and education set to music. “Home on the River” emphasizes both that freedom of wanderlust and a sense of place.

The album features nine original songs plus Cotter’s hauntingly lovely a capella version of Woody Guthrie’s “My Peace.”

“Home on the River” is the follow-up to Cotter’s acclaimed 2015 debut, “Dreaming as I Do,” which reached No. 5 on the Folk DJ chart. Since then, Cotter has played over 200 shows per year in such prestigious venues as Boston’s Club Passim and the Alberta Rose Theater in Portland, Ore., Florida’s 30A Songwriters Festival and New York’s legendary Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival. Along the way, she has shared stages with musicians Loudon Wainwright III, David Wilcox and Dan Bern, and was selected for the Emerging Artist Showcase at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival in New York. Cotter was also a finalist for the 2018 No Depression Singer-Songwriter Award.

Saturday’s concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Concert tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner costs and extra $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. Call (802) 247-4295, email info@brandon-music.net for reservations or visit brandon-music.net for more info.

Caroline Cotter brings her sweet Americana to Brandon Music on Saturday, Nov. 24, at 7:30 p.m.

Horse Traders play at Vergennes Opera House On Saturday, Nov. 24, the Horse Traders will take the Vergennes Opera House stage as part of Hired Hand Brewing’s Opera House Music Series. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10.

Veteran performers with a wide and rollicking repertoire, the Horse Traders have lit up just

about every Addison County venue. Their music ranges from modern pop and oldies to classic rock, soul and country, from artists like the Pretenders, Tom Petty, the Rolling Stones, Pink, Blondie, Fleetwood Mac, Meghan Trainor, Neil Young, 4 Non Blondes and more.

The band features Deb Brisson on vocals,

keyboards and percussion; Jon Rooney, vocals and guitar; Rick Marshall, guitar, mandolin and harmonica; Mark Pelletier, bass and vocals; and John Wallace, drums.

To learn more, visit vergennesoperahouse.org or call (802) 877-6737.

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MUSIC Jupiters return to perform a celebration of Debussy STRING ENSEMBLE TO PERFORM AT THE MAHANEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS IN MIDDLEBURY ON NOV. 30

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hen the Washington Post titles a concert review “Jupiter String Quartet delivers on its name with an out-of-this-world performance,” you can understand why this ensemble is a longtime Middlebury favorite. In a performance at the Mahaney Arts Center on Friday, Nov. 30, the quartet will celebrate Debussy in this centenary year of his passing, with a program of Ravel and Debussy’s solitary string quartets, plus Dutilleux’s “Ainsi la nuit.” Prior to the performance, Professor of Music Larry Hamberlin will present a free pre-concert lecture about the music on the program.

Performing Arts Series Director Allison Coyne Carroll considers these acclaimed musicians part of the extended Middlebury community.

“The beloved Jupiter Quartet have been Middlebury friends for almost a decade, having performed seven acclaimed concerts to date since 2010,” she said. “Years ago they braved pushing their car up Worth Mountain in a blizzard to get here! This time they’ll stay an extra day to play through new compositions written by Middlebury College students.”

ABOUT THE QUARTET The Jupiter String Quartet is a particularly intimate group, consisting of violinists Nelson Lee and Meg Freivogel, violist Liz Freivogel (Meg’s older sister), and cellist Daniel McDonough (Meg’s husband/Liz’s brotherin-law). In addition to their performing career, they are artists-in-residence at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, where they maintain private studios and direct the chamber music program.

Now enjoying their 16th year together, the quartet has firmly established its important voice in the world of chamber music. The group has performed internationally in renowned music festivals and in some of the world’s finest halls. Their many honors include grand prizes in the Banff International String Quartet Competition and the Fischoff National

The Jupiter Quartet pays homage to Debussy in a concert at Middlebury’s Mahaney Arts Center on Friday, Nov. 30.

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The quartet chose its name because Jupiter was the most prominent planet in the night sky at the time of its formation and the astrological symbol for Jupiter resembles the number four. They are also proud to list among their accomplishments in recent years the addition of seven quartet children: Pablo, Lillian, Clara, Dominic, Felix, Oliver, and Joelle. You may spot some of these miniature Jupiters in the audience or tagging along to rehearsals with their grandparent babysitters.

Chamber Music Competition; the Cleveland Quartet Award from Chamber Music America; an Avery Fisher Career Grant; a grant from the Fromm Foundation; and a three-year residency at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Two. The Jupiters have issued numerous recordings on labels including Azica Records, Marquis Classics, and Deutsche Grammophon. Their next release is a recording of contemporary works with Australian pianist Bernadette Harvey to be released on Marquis Records in 2019.

Beyond venues, awards and labels, the

quartet also places a strong emphasis on developing relationships with future classical musicians and audiences through educational performances in schools and other community centers.

Catch the Jupiter Quartet on Friday, at 7:30 p.m., in the Mahaney Arts Center’s Robison Hall. Professor Hamberlin’s pre-concert lecture will take place at 6:30 p.m. in Room 221. Reserved seating tickets are $28 for adults; $22 for Middlebury College faculty, staff, emeriti, and alumni; $10 for youth; and $6 for Middlebury College students; and are on sale at 802-443-MIDD (6433) or at middlebury.edu/arts/tickets.

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EXHIBITS ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN AND EARLY EUROPEAN ART. Ongoing exhibit, highlighting an Egyptian Old Kingdom relief and an early 15-century Italian panel painting. Lower Gallery at the Middlebury College Museum of Art, 72 Porter Field Road, Middlebury. (802) 443-5007.

ART SQUARED: CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS INTERPRET TRADITIONAL QUILT SQUARE DESIGNS. On view through Jan. 28, featuring Guild artists’ interpretations of the classic quilt square designs. The result is a collection of modern folk-inspired art that ranges from traditional paintings to creations in ceramics, glass and jewelry. An opening reception will be held Friday, Nov. 9, from 5-7 p.m. All are welcome. The Brandon Artists Guild, 7 Center Street, Brandon. (802) 247-4956 or brandonartistsguild.org.

GROWING FOOD, GROWING FARMERS. On view through December, featuring the exploration of Vermont Folklife Center researchers Greg Sharrow and Andy Kolovos of the grass-roots food movement in Vermont. Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St., Middlebury. (802) 388-4964 or vermontfolklifecenter.org.

HOLIDAY SHOW. On view through Dec. 31, featuring original, handmade and hand printed art, fine crafts and jewelry by 25 regional artists. Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. (802) 382-9222 or townhalltheater.org.

MOVING STILL. On view through November, featuring the work of Pamela Smith. Northern Daughters Fine Art Gallery, 221 Main St., Vergennes. (802) 877-2173 or northerndaughters.com.

SMALL WORKS SHOW. On view through December, featuring paintings by Philip Frey, Ellen Granter, Joe Bolger, Sara Katz, Sage Tucker-Ketcham, Woody Jackson, Scott Addis and Jane Davies, as well as woodblock prints by Daryl Storrs and Matt Brown.

Edgewater Gallery at the Falls, 1 Mill St., Middlebury.

(802) 458-0098 for edgewatergallery.com.

SO VERY HIDEOUS AN IDEA. On view through Feb. 1, featuring Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. A Middlebury College Special Collections exhibit commemorating the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s novel. Located in the Davis Family Library Atrium. A companion exhibit, “Vital Experiments: Science in 1818” is on display in the Harman Periodicals Reading Room and in Special Collections. Davis Family Library, 110 Storrs Ave, Middlebury. (802) 443-5494.

WONDROUS WORLDS: ART AND ISLAM THROUGH TIME AND PLACE. On view Sept. 14-Dec. 2, featuring more than 100 outstanding works of art from the Newark Museum’s extraordinary collections of art in the Islamic world. The exhibit ranges from carpets to dress to jewelry, ceramics, glass, metal, paintings, prints, calligraphy and photographs, spanning more than 1,400 years of artistry. Middlebury College Museum of Art at Mahaney Center for the Arts, Route 30, Middlebury.

(802) 443-5007 or museum.middlebury.edu.

“Amaryllis Joy,” gouache on archival Strathmore Illustration Board, by Stephanie Stouffer. See more of Stouffer’s work at the Compass Music and Arts Center in Brandon.

Stephanie Stouffer art on view at Compass Music and Arts Center in Brandon

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he Compass Music and Arts Center has been showing the work of Stephanie Stouffer for a couple years now. The illustrations of the Vermont artist struck a chord with Edna Sutton, the comanaging partner of the arts center. After a chance meeting in 2016, Stouffer showed Sutton some of her original paintings and Sutton was in awe.

“I couldn’t get over the incredible sense of whimsy, the vivid imagination and obvious love she puts into each piece,” Sutton said, adding “we have to exhibit this.”

Compass is now the sole agent for Stouffer’s original artwork, and also retails some of the commercial products which carry Stouffer’s iconic designs.

The original gouache paintings Stouffer created on illustration board is what is so special. The paintings are relatively small — ranging from 6-by-6-inches to approximately 11-by-14-inches. Her

designs often depict traditional scenes, including iconic, recognizable symbols, as required by the commercial graphic design world, but it is her knack for turning these “traditional symbols” into something fresh with her vibrant colors, decorative style and rich imagination.

Stouffer is a rare bird in the art industry as a female artist. She is one of the few freelance artists to earn a living and also carve her place as an illustrative and decorative artist. For 35 years her designs were licensed to companies like Caspari, Certified International and Peking Handicrafts, appearing on mugs, tapestries, greeting cards, pillows, rugs and more. Now her work is at home in Brandon, stop by this holiday season to see it in person.

The Compass Center is open Monday to Saturday, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and is located in Park Village at 333 Jones Dr., Brandon. For more info visit cmacvt.org or call (802) 247-4295.

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the movie GREEN BOOK — RUNNING TIME: 2:10 — RATING: R “Green Book” may well be the finest movie of this year. It is beautifully made by everyone connected with it and audiences love the rare blend of tragedy and comedy, each delivered in sophisticated ways.

The explosive opening scene in New York’s Copacabana establishes Tony Lip (Viggo Mortensen) as a hot-tempered man who refuses to be insulted. After a brutal fight, he goes home to his wife and two children in the Bronx where he is a calm, loving husband and father. This is a good man whose temper ignites only in the face of injustice.

Tony gets a job as driver for Afro-American classical pianist Dr. Doc Shirley (Mahershala Ali), who is about to embark on a two-month concert tour from New York through the Midwest and the South to a final concert in Atlanta. When he goes for the job interview, Tony finds the renowned Dr. Shirley in an elegant outfit, seated on a throne, and living in absolute luxury above Carnegie Hall. The two team up for the trip — Tony and Doc. The renowned pianist is greeted with standing ovations wherever he plays but when he turns southward, those ovations are accompanied by clear instructions as to where he can eat and sleep. This is a true story that unfolded in 1962 and it’s a shock.

Tony drives Doc to all his concerts and becomes more involved as they face racial blocks that grow more ugly as they move southward where signs on inns and hotels read “No Colored.” In the ones labelled “Colored,” the beds, rooms and bathrooms are filthy.

From that point forward, we watch the subtle deepening of the relationship between the two men as Tony realizes his boss is exploring the depth of racial injustice on his concert tour. Tony himself is the white man outraged by the injustice of what he now realizes he had never noticed before. The bond between the two grows deeper as they face the challenges of the deep South.

the book THE FAT KITCHEN — BY ANDREA CHESMAN

Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali in “Green Book” (2018).

As all this unfolds, we begin to understand the subtle gift given us by director, writers and actors who are re-creating a piece of history in pure art form. There are no slip-ups anywhere as everyone working on the film seems to understand the blend of two strong men facing the tragedy of racism. Tony and Doc begin to help each other in new ways that are deeply moving for the audience. The cultural changes wrap the two in trust without changing their strong beliefs about themselves.

Special credit goes to director Peter Farrelly and actor Linda Cardellini who plays Tony’s wife. Mortensen and Ali are subtle and superb as Tony and Doc. They build an unusual friendship rooted in respect and trust though each retains his essential self even when challenged by the other.

If you miss this one you will miss a movie where all its creators have worked together to make a genuine work of art.

— Reviewed by Joan Ellis

SCRUMPTIOUS COOKBOOKS Ottolenghi Simple, by Yotam Ottolenghi Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook,

by Dorie Greenspan

(Storey Publishing)

In his foreword, Michael Ruhlman, author of numerous cookbooks Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, by Samin Nosrat including “Salumi and Ratio,” describes Ripton’s own Andrea Chesman’s new cookbook as “unapologetic, informative, clear and filled with Cook Like a Pro: Recipes and Tips for Home recipes that make [him] want to head to the kitchen.” It is Chesman, Cooks, by Ina Garten and Ruhlman by the way, who assert cooking with animal fats is not bad, and that some health professionals have begun to dial back on Rose’s Baking Basics, their blanket condemnation of animal fats. In fact, everyday dishes

by Rose Levy Beranbaum will have unparalleled flavor and delicate textures, pastries turn out tender and flaky, and fried foods, rather than being greasy, will be light, The Nordic Baking Book, by Magnus Nilsson crisp and caramelized. The book is broken down into two main parts, “Understanding Animal Fats” and “Recipes,” with the latter section The Mezze Cookbook, by Salma Hage focusing on snacks, mains, sides, baked goods and basics with most of the recipes are traditional recipes from around the world. The first Let’s Eat France!, by Francois-Regis Gaudry section is a comprehensive guide to rendering, cooking and baking with animal fats, and a short lesson on comparing fats and how an oil The Noma Guide to Fermentation, by René is processed and why that matters — and of course discusses saturated and mono- and polyunsaturated Redzepi and David Zilber fats — all of which is really fascinating and is informed by current studies and understandings. Plus it’s lavishly illustrated, with full color diagrams and photographs.

Dosa Kitchen, — Reviewed by Jenny Lyons of The Vermont Book Shop in Middlebury.

by Nash Patel and Leda Scheintaub

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HEALTH Volunteering proven to help you feel better

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olunteering is often its own reward. Helping others can be just as beneficial to the people doing the helping as it is for the people being helped.

among people who volunteered monthly. Those odds increased by 12 percent among people who volunteered every two to four weeks.

VOLUNTEERING & MENTAL HEALTH Psychologists have long known that social interaction can improve mental health.

Psychology Today notes that interacting with others decreases feelings of depression while increasing feelings of well-being. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, exposing volunteers to people with shared interests. That can be especially valuable to people who are new to a community, helping them to avoid feelings of loneliness after moving to an area where they have no preexisting social network.

Though it can sometimes be hard to find time to volunteer, a close look at some of the various health benefits of volunteering may compel adults and children alike to find the time they need to volunteer.

VOLUNTEERING & HAPPINESS Veteran volunteers may have long suspected they’re happier when they volunteer, and research suggests that’s true. A study from researchers at the London School of Economics that was published in the journal Social Science and Medicine found that the more people volunteered, the happier they were.

The researchers compared people who never volunteered to people who did, finding that the odds of being “very happy” rose by 7 percent

VOLUNTEERING & LONG-TERM HEALTH Volunteering that requires social interaction can produce long-term health benefits that can have a profound impact on quality of life as men and women age. A recent study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s

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Larger brain volume has been linked to a lower risk of dementia. Many volunteering opportunities require routine interaction with others, potentially providing significant, longterm health benefits as a result.

While volunteering is a selfless act, volunteers may be benefitting in ways that can improve their lives in both the short- and long-term. ’Tis the season to volunteer, so check out all the great opportunities to volunteer in Addison County.

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www.UnitedWayAddisonCounty.org For 50+ years United Way of Addison County has been providing food resources for this community.

This year, don’t just go out to eat, go out to eat AND feed another. When you dine at these restaurants during Dine the United Way, a portion of your meal sales will come back to UWAC. We will then turn that money around to support the programs and services in our community working to fight hunger.

Don’t see your favorite local restaurant? Encourage them to give UWAC a call!

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Morgan’s Tavern (at Middlebury Inn) 14 Court Square, Middlebury VT 05753 10% of sales on 11/2 & 11/3

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HOME How to pick paint colors to fix any room’s quirks

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very home suffers a few negatives, but not every solution requires pricey structural changes. Paint is a frugal remodeler’s go-to solution to perk up a problem room. Here’s how to pick paint colors to give any room a facelift:

Dress crown moldings and other trims in white to make them pop against walls with color.

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Not everything should stand out in a space.

Using a low-contrast palette is a good way to hide unappealing elements or flaws.

Painting walls white, cream, pastels, or cool colors (tinged with blue or green) creates the illusion of more space by reflecting light.

Make a fireplace or other feature a focal point by painting it a color that contrasts with walls.

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Conduit, radiators, and other components painted the same color as the wall will seem to disappear.

Selecting low-sheen or flat paint colors also helps hide flaws. Unless walls are smooth, avoid using high-gloss paint because it reflects light and calls attention to an uneven surface.

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White or light colors on walls lifts the ceiling, bringing your eyes up, which makes you feel like you’re in a larger room.

Paint trim similar to walls to ensure a seamless appearance that visually expands space.

Use a monochromatic scheme to amplify the dimensions of a room. Select furnishings in the same color. Lack of contrast makes a room seem more spacious.

Extend wall color onto the ceiling an additional 6-12 inches. This will make the room seem taller.

Paint vertical or horizontal stripes. Vertical stripes enhance room height by drawing the eye up, horizontal stripes lure your gaze around the perimeter, making walls seem further away.

Use similar light colors for low-contrast stripes, and your room will look even larger.

Get a bit of a similar effect if you really want a darker shade by selecting a high-gloss paint sheen, which reflects light and enhances space.

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A SOOTHING VIBE The right paint choice can lend tranquility to a bathroom, master suite or other quiet, personal space. A palette of soft, understated color or muted tones help you instill a calming atmosphere.

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Compare these fees as well so you can be sure you get the best deal.

Consider a mortgage broker. Mortgage brokers will serve as the middle person in the transaction.

A broker’s access to several different lenders can translate into a greater array of loan products and terms from which to choose.

Learn about rates. Become informed of the rate trends in your area. Lower rates translate into significant savings amounts per month and over the life of the loan.

Rates may be fixed, though some are adjustable-rate

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Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and a financial consultant can discuss what might be in your best interest.

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Contents Gingerbread creations on display................. 5-7 Bird watching on New Year’s Day ...................8 Animal Lights of Love ......................................8 Church music in New Haven ...........................8

There’s a lot to do

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Happy Holidays! ~from all of us at the Addy Indy

Leicester Memory Tree .....................................8 Very Merry Middlebury events ................ 9-11 Little City, Big Holiday.............................. 12-13 More fun in Vergennes .............................. 13-14 Make a Wreath at Bixby ................................14 Holiday activities in Brandon ........................17 A Season for Candles.......................................18 Holiday trees and wreaths...............................19 A Cool Yule in Bristol ............................... 20-22

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SANTA SITS AT the keyboard in a piece of edible art crated by Maddie Crowne and Mary Douglas and entered in the 2015 gingerbread display and competition at the Vermont Folklife Center in Middlebury. Submissions to the contest often go way beyond “houses.” Entry forms for the 20th annual competition are due this week.

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Gingerbread ‘house’ exhibit is a highlight of the holiday season competition with their own creative ideas rendered in food format.

Entrants should note that there are specific rules for size and construction materials.

Your entry must be built upon a base no larger than 12 inches by 16 inches, and everything above the base must be edible.

Participation in the theme is voluntary. Your own original designs are always welcome, but there is an additional prize awarded for “Best of Theme.”

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MIDDLEBURY — Many entrants in the annual Vermont Folklife Center Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibit take the word “house” very loosely. Submissions have included non-house structures — like a castle with sheep on the battlements and the Leaning Tower of Pisa — but even nonstructures like Santa playing a piano, the dragon Smaug guarding a trove of presents or “Sheepzilla” rampaging through a city.

In fact, the word “gingerbread” often seems an afterthought as well. Children’s eyes grow with delight and excitement when they peruse the sweet structures made with every kind of hard candy, marshmallow, licorice, frosting, M&M, gumdrop, candy cane and sugar glaze. Oh, and graham crackers are a stable building material.

The community competition returns again this holiday season with children, adults, business groups and other organizations invited to create an edible piece of art that will be displayed in December at the Vermont Folklife Center in downtown Middlebury.

Look for more sheep, and other barnyard animals, to appear again this year: The theme of the 20th annual VFC Gingerbread House Competition is “Down on the Farm.”

Entry forms must be delivered to VFC headquarters, 88 Main St. in Middlebury by this Friday, Nov. 23; registration fee is $5. Actual creations are due at the center by Monday, Nov. 26. They will be on display from Friday, Nov. 30, through Friday, Dec. 21. The opening reception is Friday, Nov. 30, from 4 to 6 p.m.

Registration forms are available online at vermontfolklifecenter.org or in person at the VFC. Entrants should read the forms carefully for deadlines and construction rules. Prizes of Middlebury Money will be awarded in each category. These certificates are redeemable at over 100 local businesses.

Each year the range of new designs continues to amaze visitors with dozens of interpretations of the traditional gingerbread house, using gingerbread or any other edible elements. All are invited to join the

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Other categories are: Adult-Professional, Adult-Amateur, Children, Families 11 and under, Families 12 and older, and Organizations.

“Each year we are amazed by dozens of reinterpretations of the traditional gingerbread house that incorporate a huge array of edible elements,” Folklife Center staff said in announcing the competition.

“Join us this year with your own creative ideas rendered in food format.”

The exhibit typically draws nearly 2,000 visitors and has become a local holiday tradition. at the library too Feeling inspired by the creations at the Vermont Folklife Center, but less inclined to enter into the full competition? You might find just what you’re looking for at the Ilsley Library during its annual “Make Your Own Graham Cracker Gingerbread House” event on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Children and families are welcome to stop by the Community Room during this time where there will be graham crackers, marshmallows, gumdrops, frosting and other assorted candy on tables ready for construction.

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“LET IT SNOW!” BY MALORIE CARLSON OF RUTLAND

This activity takes place on the first Saturday of the Very Merry Middlebury celebrations, so if you’re feeling cold while wandering the streets and visiting with Santa, this could be a perfect opportunity to warm up with some heart-warming holiday fun.

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JOIN FRIENDS AND make new friends when you go out searching for overwintering birds at Button Bay State Park in Ferrisburgh on New Year’s Day for a First Day Bird Watching Hike.

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ly new tradition of First Day Hikes held at state parks across the country.

Meet up at Button Bay State Park in Ferrisburgh at 9 a.m. on New Year’s Day to walk the trails in search of overwintering birds. The walk is scheduled to last about two hours. Dress for the weather.

Honor your pet, and help Homeward Bound MIDDLEBURY — Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society, will host it’s annual Lights of Love tree lighting ceremony and open house this holiday season. On Tuesday, Dec. 18, 6-7 p.m., head to 236 Boardman St. in Middlebury, friends of Homeward Bound are invited to share their holiday cheer with shelter animals, enjoy seasonal delights, and participate in a tree lighting ceremony that celebrates pets, past and present.

This is not your average holiday memory tree. This tree honors the pets we have

loved, and the ones that are still here to brighten our days. Pets are incredibly important to their owners and most consider them to be family members. Lights of Love gives people the chance to celebrate the pets who so profoundly enhance their lives with joy and companionship each and every day of the year.

Individuals may purchase a colored light to honor a living pet or a white light to remember a pet that has passed. A donation is requested for each light.

Music night to be held in New Haven on Dec. 7 NEW HAVEN — A Christmas Music night will be held at the New Haven United Reformed Church on Friday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m.

The public is invited to join in a time of Christmas songs, readings, and refresh-

ments as members of the church prepare for the holiday season.

The church is located on Route 7, 4 miles north of Middlebury.

All are welcome. For more information, contact Judy at 802-897-2697.

Leicester’s Memory Tree looking for names LEICESTER — The Leicester Historical Society is sponsoring its annual Memory Tree at the Four Corners.

This is a chance for local people to remember family members and other loved ones whom they have lost by designating a light on a Christmas tree set up in the heart of town.

Names, clearly written, for the Memory Tree can be submitted to Diane Benware at 1594 Old Jerusalem Road, Salisbury, VT 05769. The cost is one dollar per name, six names for $5.

Deadline for submission is Monday, Dec 19. The tree will be lit at 5 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 22.

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Middlebury celebrates the season with events for all!

visits. The Sheldon Museum of Vermont History will hold its traditional holiday open house that day from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and again Sunday, noon-4 p.m., at 1 Park St. Enjoy the elaborate model train layout, carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano, and a miniature Christmas tree raffle featuring 20 creative trees decorated by local artists. See two holiday exhibits: Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You, and An Over the Top Holiday.

Admission by free will donation.

Stop by the Vermont Folklife Center at 88 Main St. to see the entrants in the center’s annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest (see Page 5). And if you leave feeling inspired, head over to the Community Meeting Room at Ilsley Public Library between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. that Saturday and make your own graham cracker gingerbread house.

This one’s free.

While you’re downtown, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with all the fixings in the seasonal hut in Cannon Park across from Ilsley Library. There will be marshmallows and peppermint sticks to chose from to top your cocoa — or both. At 25 cents a cup it can be the first bargain of your shopping trip.

The Hot Chocolate Hut will be open again, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., on the second and third Saturdays in December.

If you miss Santa on the 1st, he’ll be back on the following two Saturdays. Enjoy an old-fashioned visit with Santa on Dec. 8 from 10 a.m.-noon at Maple Landmark Woodcraft.

Then on Saturday, Dec. 15, Santa will be visiting with children from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Danforth Pewter Workshop. Same as at the Middlebury Inn, these visits are free.

The Better Middlebury Partnership is also sponsoring a Free Gift Wrap Service at Community Barn Ventures, 44 Main St., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1.

Bring a gift you purchased in Middlebury to 44 Main and show your receipt to get free gift wrapping.

The free gift wrap and hot chocolate hut will also be available for two evenings of shopping next month — Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m., and Thursday, Dec. 13, 5-8 p.m.

Those are the special “Midd Night Stroll” promotions when shops will be open throughout town. And the Better Middlebury Partnership is working on some other down(See Middlebury, Page 11)

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Everything will add a festive air to any visit to Middlebury — from hot cocoa downtown to Santa making three visits to Middlebury to hear the wish lists from area children.

This year’s activities, under the banner “Very Merry Middlebury,” will include two special mid-week evenings of shopping, too.

Very Merry Middlebury provides the opportunity for thousands of people to experience the enchantment of the season and the wonder of an authentic small town. It is all about community and connecting with neighbors and visitors.

Seasonal activities heat up on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 9:30 a.m. when children congregate downtown to watch Santa arrive for the season. Watch the jolly red elf ride atop a big, red fire truck as it drives over the Cross Street Bridge and north on Main Street.

Children line Main Street to wave at Santa and get a wave back.

Children can have old-fashioned visits with Santa from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Take note: Santa visits are at the Middlebury Inn! Line up for a spot, then sit on Santa’s lap and let him know what’s on your mind. This is free, but you’ll want to get on the list early — Santa’s awfully busy this time of year and only has a limited amount of time.

Kids who are waiting their turn — or anyone who wants some fun — will have the opportunity to take free horse-drawn wagon rides from the Inn through downtown. This runs from 10 a.m. to noon — board the wagon in front of the Community House, the yellow building at the top of Main Street between the post office and the Congregational Church. It’s a great way to slow down and see the town at the speed our forebears did.

Or you can stop in at the free mile and cookies station at Kiss the Cook on Merchants Row from 10 a.m.-12 noon There are plenty of other fun things to do downtown on Dec. 1 — between shopping

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Middlebury off the college musical onslaught on Friday, Nov. 30. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., the quartet celebrates Debussy in this centenary year of his passing, with a program of Ravel and Debussy’s solitary string quartets. The next evening at the same time, the Sound Investment Jazz Ensemble will share its recent exploration of big band music from around the world in a free concert.

Monday, Dec. 3, sees The Music of 209 hit the Robison stage at 8 p.m., when students in Su Lian Tan’s Music I course perform original compositions in a free semester-end celebration of their work.

A program celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice will be performed on piano by Cédric Tiberghien at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 5. Finally, on Dec. 8, students of affiliate artists Carol Christensen and Susanne Peck cap off a semester of vocal study with an evening of songs and arias beginning at 8 p.m.

Middlebury College’s Mead Chapel will be the site of “Lessons and Carols for the Advent of Christmas” on Sunday, Dec. 9 — twice, 4 and 7 p.m. Modeled after the longstanding European tradition, this annual program includes Bible readings of Advent and Christmas carols performed by the college choir with the congregation. Donations collected for area charities.

A little more up-tempo seasonal music can be had on Monday, Dec. 7, when Town Hall Theater will present The Glenn Miller Orchestra with “In The Christmas Mood.” At 7 p.m. you will hear holiday favorites like “Sleigh Ride,” “Have Yourself a Merry Lit-

THREE-YEAR-OLD GWEN LAPERLE of New Haven gets a turn to talk with Santa at the Middlebury Community House while older sister Maris looks on during the 2013 Very Merry Middlebury celebration.

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tle Christmas” and “Jingle Bells.”

Also upcoming are a Christmas benefit concert and sing-a-long on Monday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m., at the United Methodist Church

on North Pleasant Street; as well as the annual “Messiah” sing at the Congregational Church on Sunday, Dec. 23, at 2 p.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury.

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Another chance to get the kids into the spirit of the month is the annual Holiday Pancake Character Breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 8. There will be characters in costume, coloring, balloons and music to go along with a pancake breakfast at the Middlebury Inn. There will be seatings at 8:30 and 10 a.m. Look for more details online at ExperienceMiddlebury.com or in the Independent as the date draws closer.

The last weekend before Christmas will see the return of “Night Fires,” the theatrical pageant built around the approaching Winter Solstice. The show at Town Hall Theater will take place on Friday- Sunday, Dec. 21-23.

Free hot cocoa will also be available downtown on Saturday, Dec. 22 — this time at the Marquis Theater, 64 Main St. Stroll into the theater at 64 Main St. for a hot cocoa to get you through those last frantic days of holiday shopping. Santa Claus will also make a last stop in town before the big night as he visits the farmers’ market 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at the VFW Hall at 530 Exchange St. Santa arrives at 9:30 a.m. and leaves for the North Pole at 12:30 p.m. Look for free coffee, tea and seasonal music.

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After breakfast, see what’s on offer at the Join the Vergennes Partnership, the Bixby 15th annual Vergennes Union Elementary Memorial Library and the School Winter Holiday Craft good people of Vergennes Bixby Memorial Fair. The craft fair has been for a full day of holiday moved this year to the high festivities at various locations Library will host school, but it is still being around the Little City. Meet a holiday open staged by VUES. The fair Santa and Mrs. Claus, and house from 9 a.m. runs from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. enjoy musical performances, to 2 p.m., which The price of admission is $3 craft-making, a craft fair, will include a or present a canned goods sweets and treats, story time or other non-perishable silent auction of and much more. foodstuff for the local The exact schedule for holiday baskets food shelf. This is a wellthe day was still tentative as donated by local organized craft fair with lots of press time so check the businesses and of great stuff. community calendar in the library patrons.

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SANTA POPS UP several times during the Vergennes Holiday Stroll. Here he is seen with some kids at the Lighting of the City Green downtown with a 20th-century version of his red sleigh.

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Bixby Memorial Library will host a holiday open house from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., which will include a silent auction of holiday baskets donated by local businesses and library patrons.

At the library, Santa will read Clement Moore’s classic poem, “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” at around 10:30 a.m. Then Vermont singer/songwriter Jon Gailmor will entertain the jolly makers at the library with holiday favorites around 11 a.m. Gailmor travels down from his Northeast Kingdom home to spend this special Saturday morning with the Vergennes community. Come and sing along and lift your spirit.

After some holiday refreshments, the wonderful Addison County-based The North women’s barbershop Pole Mailbox chorus Maiden will be at Vermont will serenade Holiday Strollers at The Bixby the Bixby from 1-1:30 Library so Bidding on the kids can get p.m. goody-filled baskets their letters closes at 1:45, with to Santa the winners announced at official way. 2 p.m.

After Santa leaves the Bixby he will be going to the North Pole! In this case, it is a replica North Pole at a downtown venue from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (the venue was still being nailed down as of press times; in the past it has taken place at St. Paul’s Parish Hall and Vergennes Opera House; see our community calendar next week for this year’s location).

Kids can get their pictures taken with Santa and a creative local artist will be providing a holiday craft for children to do while waiting as well as the Letters to Santa table. The North Pole Mailbox will be there so kids can get their letters to Santa the official way.

Night falls early in December and people in Vergennes will gather to mark the coming of the darkness with celebrations in City Park from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be fire pits, s’mores kits, a photo booth, carolers and more Santa Claus.

The dazzling SD Ireland Holiday cement truck, which will be bedecked with hundreds and hundreds of Christmas lights, usually ends the evening with a breathtaking display.

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STUDENTS FROM THE Northlands Job Corps help hang lights on the City Green in preparation for last year’s Holiday Stroll.

Holiday art, Broadway music and a little magic fill the holiday season VERGENNES — Outside the traditional Holiday Stroll activities, Vergennes will be the site of many other happenings to get you in the spirit and ready for the holidays.

First there is a Holiday Reception at Creative Space Gallery on Friday, Nov. 23, from 5-7 p.m. The 235 Main St. venue will host a show of holiday art and more between Nov. 23 and Jan. 4.

The holiday shopping season kicks into high gear with the “Magic on Main” promotion on Thursday, Dec. 6, from 5-8 p.m. throughout downtown Vergennes. Magic on Main brings the best of the holiday season to light, as downtown stores will be

open into the evening for your shopping pleasure. Shop up and down the Little City streets for family, friends, teachers and more.

OK, there is one bit of tradition that repeats this season — it’s the “Broadway Direct” show at the Vergennes Opera House on Friday, Dec. 7, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Now in its 13th year, “Broadway Direct” is the brainchild of local resident and professional actor Bill Carmichael (we know him as Bill Walsh, of course). He brings together some of his professional acting/ singing/dancing friends from New York (See Carmichael, Page 14)

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Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Craft Fair at VUHS Storytime with Santa and musical performances at the Bixby Library Visit with Santa, decorate cookies, create an ornament and more at the Opera House Lighting of the City Park, music, fire pits, s’mores & more!

For a full schedule of Holiday Stroll events, visit: www.VergennesDowntown.org or follow us @vergennespartnership

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COME TO THE Bixby Library in Vergennes on Dec. 8 to make a wreath that they can take hope for the holidays. Space is limited, sign up beforehand.

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VERGENNES — The Holiday Stroll is only the kick off of Yuletide events in the Little City.

Everyone is invited the Bixby Memorial Library in Vergennes on Saturday, Dec. 8, to make a festive holiday wreath.

Between 9 and 11 a.m. in the Otter Creek Room (with is handicap-accessible), participants will learn how to make their own wreath to decorate their homes

for the upcoming holidays.

The library will provide a wreath base, assorted greenery, a ribbon, berries, cones and floral wire. Those who take part are asked to bring pruning shears or sharp scissors plus additional decorations to share.

Space for this event is limited so please register at the library or by sending an email to laksamee.putnam@bixbylibrary.org.

BILL CARMICHAEL BRINGS “Broadway Direct” to the Vergennes Opera House stage Dec. 7 for the 13th year with help from pros and local high school students.

Shown hear during rehearsal for last week’s show are, from left, Maddy Smith, Sydney Tarte, Jonny Barden and Caitlin Walsh.

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Carmichael (Continued from Page 13) and Boston. Together they present an evening of familiar, funny, moving and exceptional Broadway tunes. Several local area high school students will also participate.

This shows is always popular and typically sells out. Visit vergennesoperahouse.

org for more info.

Then, on Friday, Dec. 21, there will be a Holiday Shopper’s Evening with a wine tasting from 5-8 p.m. at Creative Space Gallery — again. Enjoy seasonal food favorites paired with selected wines, courtesy of Vergennes Wine.

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If you like fiber and ‘teddy bear-like’ faces be sure to stop by the Maple View Farm open house Nov. 24, 25 BRANDON — Maple View Farm Alpac- the South American Camelid family, which as hosts its annual holiday open house on also includes llamas, guanacos and vicunas.

Nov. 24 and 25 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., where All of the alpacas at Maple View Farm are you can learn about these gentle, intelligent Huacaya, a “teddy bear-like” alpaca with fiber animals. dense, crimpy fiber.

Owners Ed and Debbie BratAlpaca fiber has remarkable ton are very excited to be par- “We have some softness, fineness, warmth and ticipating in the Holiday Farm folks who look strength. It comes in an exOpen House again this year. traordinary variety of 22 natforward to the “We have some folks who colors, ranging from pure open house and ural look forward to the open house white to fawns, browns, grey and return each year while also return each and true jet black. The alpaca meeting many new people,” year while also has developed more thermal they said. “It’s fun!” capacity in its fiber than almost meeting many The fiber mill and studio new people. It’s any other animal, making it a located on the farm will also fun!” natural insulator and without be open so visitors will also lanolin found in many other fibe able to learn how fiber is bers; it is also naturally hypoalturned into yarn and other products. The lergenic. Many people who are sensitive to mill processes fiber into high quality batts, wool find that they can wear alpaca without roving, yarn and felt. The FeltLoom, which the itching or irritation they feel from wool creates felt fabric from carded fiber, will be because alpaca fiber is smooth. demonstrated on both days.

For more information, visit mapleviewMaple View Farm Alpacas, located at 185 farmalpacas.com or on Facebook look for Adams Road, one mile off Route 7 north Maple View Farm Alpacas and Vermont of Brandon, is home to a growing herd of Fiber Mill & Studio. Contact mvfalpacas@ 23 alpacas, including 3 crias (baby alpacas) gmail.com or 802.247.5412 for more inforborn this year. The alpaca is a member of mation.

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DENNIS MARDEN, LEFT, and auctioneer Bernie Carr were all dressed up last December to help out at the annual Brandon Free Public Library holiday auction sponsored by The Friends of the Library. Organizers said it was a successful afternoon with many people and businesses finding ways to support the library including donating items for the auction, supporting Carr as he auctioned off items and setting up and tearing down the whole affair. This year’s auction is Sunday, Dec. 2.

Brandon kicks off its holiday season Nov. 25 BRANDON — You can start your holiday season off with a meaningful and enduring tradition of remembrance in Brandon — the Brandon Memory Tree. Donations of $1 per name in memory of your loved ones help light the tree. Names will be printed in the Brandon Reporter newspaper.

To sponsor a bulb, write a check made out to Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and mail it to BACC, PO Box 267, Brandon VT 05733. Names may also be dropped off at Carr’s Florist & Gifts. Make sure to include your name and phone number and the name(s) of loved ones.

Singing and Lighting of the Memory Tree this year will be on Sunday, Nov. 25, beginning at 3:30 p.m. in front of Brandon Town Hall, Conant Square. The tree will be lit for the season at 4 p.m.

For more information, contact the Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce at 2476401 or visit brandon.org.

And thus will begin the holiday season in Brandon.

Many festive events are scheduled over the coming month that are sure to put Brandon-area residents in a holiday frame of mind.

A big fundraiser for the Brandon Free Public Library is the annual Holiday Auction, which this year will take place on Sunday, Dec. 2. Be a part of an entertaining and philanthropic event. The Friends of the Brandon Library host this auction. Fun, laughter, camaraderie and a bit of wine and cheese too. Preview at 1:30 p.m.; auction begins promptly at 2 p.m.

The library is at 4 Franklin St. Get more info at info@brandonpubliclibrary.org or

802-247-8230.

Moonlight Madness in Brandon is a time for sales, discounts, specials, exceptional deals, warm drinks and sweet treats. The dates for this townwide sales event are Wednesday, Dec. 5, and Thursday, Dec. 20 — for the most part 4-9 p.m. Many shops will be offering 10 or 20 percent off storewide. And on the 5th, 4-8 p.m., up to 20 vendors will set up in the Brandon Town Hall for Moonlight Madness.

During Moonlight Madness, fill out a ticket at each participating location for a drawing of $100 in Brandon Bucks from the Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce and area businesses.

The Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas decorating contest returns this year. Judges will be on the streets on the second week in December, starting at 5 p.m. — be sure to have your lights on!

There will be four categories judged: • Residential Traditional.

• Residential Whimsical (this includes blow-up decorations).

• Civic.

• Commercial.

Anyone can call in their own place or someone else’s and the judges will be at liberty to nominate their favorite picks also.

Contact the chamber of commerce to nominate a display at 802-247-6401 or by email at: info@brandon.org.

Judges will be on the streets on Tuesday, Dec. 6, starting at 5 p.m. to pick the winners.

On Saturday, Dec. 8, plan for the Brandon Farmers’ Market annual Holiday Fair at Neshobe Elementary School. It will take

THE OTTER VALLEY Chorale performs at a past lighting of the Memory Tree in front of the Brandon Town Hall. The traditional lighting of the tree will take place Sunday, Nov. 25, beginning at 3:30 p.m.

place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with the promise of many vendors. Look for maple syrup, cheese, honey, baked goods, hand knit items, canned goods, wooden toys, dried flowers, aprons, jams and jellies, holiday décor and more. Neshobe School is at 17 Neshobe Dr. For more info contact Wendy Cijka at 802273-2655 or cijka4@gmail.com.

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by Gene Childers and featuring pianist Jean Childers. There will be a free will offering.

The season would not feel the same without this performance!

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Editor’s note: This column originally ran on addisonindependent.com last December.

By FAITH GONG One week ago, my daughters made beeswax candles for the first time. Before you get impressed, this was not the sort of candle making that involves dipping wicks into a vat of hot wax; our sort of candle making involved ordering sheets of colored beeswax and a spool of wicking. Cut a length of wicking about one inch longer than the beeswax, lay it at one end of the sheet, and roll. Voila!

It’s one of the simplest and most satisfying crafts our family has ever done. Everyone — from our four-year-old on up — was able to produce nice-looking and useable candles. The older girls got fancy, rolling their beeswax sheets into spiral tapers and cutting shapes from different colors to decorate their candles.

My parents hosted the candle making in their mudroom, perfect because the floor’s radiant heat made the beeswax more pliable. All together, my daughters and some friends spent two hours rolling beeswax on that floor, producing an impressive number of candles.

Most of these candles were gifts for friends and teachers. That’s the beauty of winter candle making: No matter what you celebrate this time of year, it involves candles.

My own family’s celebration of Advent — the four weeks before Christmas — involves candles. We place our spiral wooden candleholder on the dining room table and put a white candle in each of the twenty-four holes. Starting on December 1, we light one new candle each night.

One of the great excitements of this year is that nearly all of my daughters are old enough to light candles on their own. It’s a skill that they’re eager to practice, so, over the past week, we have eaten dinner (and sometimes breakfast and lunch) alongside the blaze of an impressive number of candles; on the evening this column appears, we will have 24 candles going on our table (19 Advent candles, and five of my daughters’ handmade ones.)

Almost as fun as lighting candles is blowing them out, which, in our house, is a competitive sport. I’m expecting the amount of smoke produced by my daughters’ huffing and puffing to set off our smoke detector before Christmas Eve, and I’m planning to spend all of January scraping the wax off of our table. *** Those of us in the Northern Hemisphere are now heading into the Winter Solstice — the shortest day and darkest night of the year.

I demonstrated the mechanics of the Winter Solstice to my daughters by having one hold a flashlight and stand in place as our “Sun,” while her sister stood facing her, holding our globe with the North Pole pointing away from the “Sun.” It’s a simple demonstration, and gives us a logical explanation for these darker days: our world is positioned so that our hemisphere gets the least amount of light.

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It would have been a reasonable fear, as darkness edged deeper and deeper into each day. And the fact that it was an annual occurrence — that the sun always did win out in the end? Well, that meant that our rites and sacrifices were working. Another example of how we humans are able to convince ourselves that we’re in control. *** This year’s season of darkness has also been a season of death around our family.

Life cycles just like light, and often deaths cluster together around a particular block of calendar squares. The deaths we have mourned this month have ranged from a family friend’s six-year-old daughter, to my 97-year-old great uncle.

The death of a fellow child, in particular, made my own children aware of their mortality for the first time. One morning, I found my eight-year-old sobbing underneath the Lego table. When I asked her what was wrong, she choked out: “You only get one life.”

Amid all this darkness and death, the snow started falling. Our first real snow of the year. *** Here’s what I’m noticing about the Winter Solstice this year: Although it’s dark, there is still light. And I’m much more aware of what light there is.

The sun will rise today at 7:23 AM, and it will set at 4:16 PM. But that’s not the whole story: There’s also first light and last light, which extend the light by about 30 minutes on either end.

First light and its counterpart, last light, are commonly called “twilight.” There are different kinds of twilight — astronomical, nautical, and civil — depending on the Sun’s angle to the horizon, but all refer to the same phenomenon: the time when the Sun is below the horizon, but its rays continue to light the sky. My daughters did an art project to illustrate the look of the sky during first and last light: They made wide stripes of color with pastel chalk on purple, pink, or blue backgrounds, and glued a black silhouette along the bottom.

I’m almost always outside at first and last light these days, taking care of our poultry, walking the dog, or shuttling daughters home from activities. First light and last light have become my favorite times of day, when the sky is enough to make up for the season’s overall lack of light. At our house, where we have a view towards the Green Mountains, evening twilight has an added benefit: The Sun’s sinking rays illuminate the mountainsides, which look like they’ve been dipped in gold, or wrapped in purple velvet.

After the Sun’s rays disappear, we light candles. *** The other night, we walked to a holiday party at a neighbor’s house. Because the Sun had long since set and there were no streetlights, one of my daughters wore a headlamp to illumine our way.

A few steps from the lights of our house, we became aware of the incredible light show in the clear night sky.

I’m talking about the stars, of course.

My daughters, who spent this fall reading Greek mythology, were thrilled to recognize the constellations they’d studied. “Look!

There’s Orion! And the scorpion!”

In the midst of their exclamations, one turned to the sister with the headlamp and begged, “Turn off the headlamp! Turn it off, so we can see the stars better!”

It reminded me that sometimes, when we lose one light, it allows us to see others that, while perhaps not as bright, are no less beautiful.

Faith Gong has worked as an elementary school teacher, a freelance photographer, and a nonprofit manager. She lives in Middlebury with her husband, four daughters, assorted chickens and ducks, and one anxiety-prone labradoodle. In her “free time,” she writes for her blog, The Pickle Patch.

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Bristol is a festive town for the holidays

JUNIPER URBAN, 2, says hello to a horse in downtown Bristol last December. The horse was part of a team providing wagon rides through town for the recreation department’s Breakfast with Santa event.

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as they should appear on the Memorial Tree sign.

At 6 p.m. there will be a fun Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt on the green. Santa’s helpers will hide candy canes all around the park.

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BRISTOL — Bristol will be bustling with a full month of holiday activities and celebrations through December; there’s so much going on that the fun starts even before we change the calendar to December.

St. Ambrose will kick off the fun with its “Light of Christmas” marketplace on the afternoon of Friday, Nov. 30, and all day Saturday, Dec. 1, at its Parish Hall, 11 School St. In addition to crafts and baked goods, look for dolls, jewelry, wonder jars, attic treasures, a silent auction and fabulous raffles of hand-made quilt and more. “Silver Tea” will be served at 2:30 p.m. on that Friday.

Another yummy holiday tradition starts the Cool Yule train rolling the following Friday, Dec. 7, which will be a busy evening.

The 11th annual Chocolate Walk will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. downtown. Businesses will be open late and will offer a complimentary chocolate treat to customers that come in to visit. Spend the evening browsing the stores, nibbling a delicious chocolate indulgence, and getting the holiday shop on at more than 20 unique vendors at multiple Main Street locations.

Early in the evening, head to the town park for the lighting of the Memory Tree.

Once again the Bristol Rec. Department will sponsor the memory tree. The cost is $5 for those who would like to dedicate a bulb to a loved one. You can purchase bulbs at the

CANDY CANE HUNT Find Santa’s hidden Candy Canes, bring your flashlights and hunt all around the Green.

Santa will be there too! Fri. 12/7 6pm. Free.

MEMORY TREE LIGHTING Honorees names will be read at the Gazebo on the Green. Music & refreshments.

Purchase a bulb by Sat. 12/3 ($5). Fri. 12/7 6:30pm.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Come and enjoy Carriage Rides (8:30-10:30am), Arts & Crafts, Live Music and of course SANTA!! Delicious Breakfast Includes: Pancakes, Sausages, Juice, Milk, Coffee or Tea. Three seatings – 8:30, 9:30 & 10:30. Sat 12/8, Holley Hall. Tickets on sale now, $10 all ages (2 & under free).

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROLING Join us in front of Holley Hall and go out to sing to the community. All are welcome!

Cocoa and cookies afterwards. Fri. 12/14 6pm.

HOLIDAY PARTY FOR KIDS Parents, enjoy a night on the town while your kids enjoy an exciting party at Holley Hall!

The night will include music, games, pizza and holiday-themed fun! Fri. 12/14, 5-8pm.

For children ages 6+ ($35 per child, $55 per family)

PLUS! IN 2019 DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE Refreshments & Fun as you dress up and dance with Dad, Stepdad, Grandpa or that special someone in your life. Fri. Feb. 15, 6-7:30pm at Holley Hall. $25 per couple or $35 for a family.

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Bristol (Continued from Page 20) holiday season, with the lights on the tree representing memories of loved ones who are remembered at this special time of year.

The next day, Saturday, Dec. 8, ARTSight Studios and Gallery at 6 South St. (also known as the Lily Hinrichsen Studio), there will be Holiday Card Making from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Make your own holiday cards with materials provided. All ages welcome but 16 or under must be accompanied by adult. Come and go as you please. Suggested donation when you arrive.

The Bristol CORE organization has invited the grand man himself — Santa Claus

— to appear in Bristol on Saturday, Dec. 8.

Santa invites area families to the annual Santa Breakfast at Holley Hall with seatings at 8:30, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Santa will arrive by fire truck, pancakes and sausages will be served to all. The kids will delight in sharing their wishes with Santa as music plays, crafts are made and the elf helpers share candy canes and stickers. Carriage rides available from 8:30-10:30 a.m. The breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Admission is $10 per person (under 2 free); tickets are on sale now at the town recreation department.

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Santa (Continued from Page 21) This promises to be a delightful event bringing the young and young at heart together to celebrate the joys of Christmas.

The next weekend also promises a surfeit of excitement. Friday, Dec. 14, starts with a holiday party for kids age 6 and older at Holley Hall — 5-8 p.m. (admission is $35 per

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PAT PALMER GUIDES his team of horses away from Holley Hall in Bristol one Saturday this past December; Palmer offered wagon rides to people attending Breakfast with Santa.

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child, $55 per family).

Parents, get some shopping done or enjoy a night on the town while your kids enjoy an awesome party at Holley Hall including music, games, pizza and holiday-themed excitement — all brought to you by the Bristol Rec. Department. One option for the parents is a new promotion from Bristol CORE called “Eat, Drink and Be Merry.” Bristol’s newest event encourages you to visit multiple unique locations on Main Street for a terrific selection of local well-known musical acts, with accompanying wines, ciders and delicious eats.

The holiday season culminates with an old tradition and a newer one. First, the younger one: The Third Annual Lumen celebration of fire and lights will take place on Friday, Dec. 21, from 5-9 p.m. on Main Street. Begin the evening with lantern-making at Holley Hall, then experience fire performers Cirque de Fuego on the green, a lighted walk down Main Street and fire pits at Tandem and Vermont Tree Goods complete with hot drinks and tasty eats. Wrap up the night at Hatch 31 with music and revelry. This is part of Bristol’s Cool Yule celebration.

The second and culminating town-wide tradition is Bristol Best Night! On Dec. 31 — New Year’s Eve — three downtown venues will host music and other events all evening long. The schedule for Bristol Best Nigh 2018 was not firmed up by deadline for this publication but plans were in the works to host more than two dozen musical acts — plus a magician!

THE BRISTOL RECREATION Department’s annual Breakfast with Santa event in 2017 drew a big crowd to Holley Hall. This year’s breakfast is slated for Dec. 8.

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Don’t miss the expanded train exhibit

A YOUNG GIRL intently checks out the model train exhibit at the Henry Sheldon Museum in Middlebury a few years back. The exhibit returns with many new additions on Dec. 1 and will be on display through Jan. 13.

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cludes two sets of mother/son train engineers.

See the updated train display during the Sheldon Museum Holiday Open House on Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 2, noon-4 p.m. The Judd-Harris House at One Park Street (across from the Ilsley Public Library) will be decked with

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beautiful floral arrangements enhanced with natural botanical designs by members of the Middlebury Garden Club. There will be carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano.

The Miniature Christmas Tree Raffle also returns. The raffle features 20 creative trees decorated by local artists including: Ashley

Wolff, Warren Kimble, Sarah Stahl, Nancie Dunn and Sarah Pope. Also on view are two holiday exhibits: Over-the-Top Holiday and Ho Ho Historical Holiday to You! Put in a bid for the most beautiful tree (or two); they will be raffled off to support the education and exhibit programs of the museum.

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MIDDLEBURY — What has become an annual holiday tradition in Middlebury, the Sheldon Museum’s electric train layout is sure to delight all ages. Over the years, the assemblage has grown and now stands three levels high, with two tracks running Lionel O gauge trains and the upper track running HO trains.

The backdrop of the green mountains painted by local artist Gayl Braisted adds atmosphere.

Each year the train crew adds something new to the layout — in 2017, a search light car joined the freight train; 2016 Gabe the Lamplighter was added to the display (watch Gabe climb a tower and turn on the floodlights). The year before that a Lionel milk car that delivers milk cans was added to the trains.

This holiday season look for a new — and exciting — feature. Sheldon volunteers have been building a new mountain and it will feature a gondola-style chair lift! Larry Maier has spent more than 140 hours on the project. He is a retired engineer whose resume includes works on one of the Space Shuttles.

A number of other volunteers are helping as well and they have added special touches, such as skiers and spelunkers.

The layout is made possible by a team of volunteer engineers who operate the trains Dec. 1 through Jan. 13, 2019. This roster in-

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“Honey in the Hive: Traditional Music and Step Dance” in Middlebury. Sunday, Nov. 25, 3-4 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Young Traditions Vermont 2018 contest winners Romy (fiddle, flute and feet) and Ben (keyboard) Munkres, with their parents Andrew Munkres (vocals, banjo and guitar) and Kristin Bolton (upright bass, vocals and feet) will play Celtic music as well traditional music from the U.S., Canada and Sweden, at times accompanied by Irish, Cape Breton, Quebecois, or Appalachian step dance. Free and open to the public.

“Kitchen Talk (Tonk) from Red Rock Farm.” in Addison. Sunday, Nov. 25, 3 p.m., Addison Fire Station, 44 Rt. 17, just west of Addison 4 Corners. At the Addison Town Historical Society meeting, Eugene and Judy Charlebois will share experiences they’ve had over the years in their 1810 stone house. Traditional music has played a big role in their days at Red Rock Farm. Light refreshments. Non-members are asked for a donation.

Memory tree lighting in Brandon. Sunday, Nov. 25, 3:30 p.m., Brandon Town Hall, 1 Conant Sq. Catch the magic of the season with singing from OVUHS Chorale and the Brandon Festival Singers. At 4 p.m. the Memory Tree is lit for the season.

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Veterans’ luncheon in Middlebury. Monday, Nov. 26, 1 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Calling all Veterans

to this a monthly complimentary luncheon for those who have served. Come meet other Veterans and friends and enjoy a delicious meal. Free and open to all Veterans. Fully accessible. RSVP required to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

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Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of BBQ chicken breast, mashed potatoes, beets with orange sauce, wheat bread and pineapple chunks. Bring your own place setting.

72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Community rhythm circle with Rob Zollman in Middlebury. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 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. It builds community and empowers people to enjoy music in ways they may never have experienced. Free and open to the public.

Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

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Early bird/hunters breakfast in South Starksboro. Saturday, Nov. 24, 7-10 a.m., Jerusalem Schoolhouse. All you care to eat buffet breakfast. Tickets $9 ages 12 and over/$4 ages 5-11.

Free clothing giveaway in Middlebury.

Saturday, Nov. 24, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. Warm coats, hats, gloves/ mittens, sweaters, boots.

Small Business Saturday in Brandon.

Saturday, Nov. 24. Shop local. This celebratory day was founded to encourage consumers across the country to support local, small businesses within their hometowns Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comics in Middlebury. Saturday, Nov. 24, 1 and 4 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Come see this slapstick comedy act like no other.

Peers leads over a dozen dogs through challenging and hilarious tricks as he plays the straight man. More info available soon online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

“King Pede” card party in Ferrisburgh.

Saturday, Nov. 24, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center, Route 7. The evening begins at 6:30 PM with a sandwich supper and then on to the games!

King Pede is a unique game that involves “trick-taking” techniques such as in Hearts and Spades or Pitch. This is a game of fun and skill so come prepared to use your

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Caroline Cotter in Brandon. Saturday, Nov. 24, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd With a captivating soprano voice and award-winning songwriting, Caroline Cotter’s travel inspired songs take listeners all over the world and into the depths of the human heart. Show $20. Dinner and show $45. Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. BYOB. Call 802-247-4295 or email info@brandon-music.net to reserve.

Horse Traders on stage in Vergennes.

Saturday, Nov. 24, 8 p.m., Vergennes Opera House 120 Main St. Veteran performers with a wide and rollicking repertoire, the Horse Traders have lit up just about every Addison County venue in recent years. Their music ranges from modern pop and oldies to classic rock, soul and country, from artists like the Pretenders, Tom Petty, the Rolling Stones, Pink, Blondie, Fleetwood Mac, Meghan Trainor, Neil Young, 4 Non Blondes and many more. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8pm. Tickets are $10.

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Jenni Johnson Jazz in Middlebury. Sunday, Nov. 25, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Delight in Jenni’s smooth voice and unique style as she performs versatile renditions of American Jazz classics. Part of The Residence’s Sunday Music Series. Free and open to the public. Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan

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Legal and financial planning for Alzheimer’s disease workshop in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Nov. 28, 3:30 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. An informative workshop, led by volunteer community educator Lauren Bierman. The workshop will explore the unique legal and financial issues that arise with a diagnosis of dementia and how to put plans in place.

Free and open to the public. Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

Leath Tonino in Middlebury. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 6 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. Vermont author Tonino will discuss “The Animal One Thousand Miles Long,” a book of essays she wrote about the state of Vermont.

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Age Well Senior Luncheon in Vergennes. Thursday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at noon of roast pork, sweet potatoes, broccoli florets, dinner roll, warm apple sauce and a congo bar. Bring your own place setting. $5 suggested donation. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-3882287 to inquire.

“The Midterm Elections of 2018: What Happened, and What Comes Next?” talk in Middlebury. Thursday, Nov. 29, 4 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. Middlebury College Professor Emeritus Eric Davis addresses why the elections on November 6 for the U.S. House and U.S. Senate turn out the way they did, the results of the Vermont elections and some of the likely consequences of the election results.

Free and open to the public. Fully accessible. RSVP to Pat Ryan at 802-388-1220 or pryan@residenceottercreek.com.

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SNOWBOARDER AND two skiers slowly disappear into a cloud of manmade snow as they ride a chairlift at the Snow Bowl during Christmas Week 2017.

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“El Norte” on Screen in Middlebury.

Thursday, Nov. 29, 6 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Middlebury Community Classic Film Club continues its fall season, themed “Immigration and Migration.”

Fleeing the violence of the Guatemalan civil war, two refugees head north through Mexico to the United States. Their story reverberates powerfully in our own time. Free. Discussion to follow. Cookies, popcorn and good coffee.

See great films with friends old and new.

Animations/Concert In Middlebury. Thursday, Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Twilight Auditorium, Middlebury College. Hand-drawn animations from Studio Art courses ART 185 and ART 200 will be screened along with a live concert performance by multifaceted musician and artist Raumshiff Engelmayr. Free. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Thursday, Nov. 29, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

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Age Well Senior Luncheon in Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m., Glass Onion, Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave. Middlebury Doors open at 11 a.m. Meal served at noon. Chef’s Choice — always delicious — includes beverage and dessert. 72 hours advanced notice 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. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

“Light of Christmas” marketplace in Bristol.

Friday, Nov. 30, 1-5 p.m., St. Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. Featuring craft shop, bake shop, mercy Creation gift shop, doll & jewelry shop, wonder jars, silent auction, attic treasures and fabulous raffles — handmade quilt, theme baskets filled with great items, 50/50. Silver Tea at 2:30 p.m.

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Free clothing giveaway in Middlebury.

Friday, Nov. 30, 2-5 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. Warm coats, hats, gloves/mittens, sweaters, boots.

Gingerbread house exhibit and competition opening reception in Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, 4-6 p.m., Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St. Come see this year’s entries in the Folklife center’s annual gingerbread event. To enter go to vermontfolklifecenter. org.

Bingo Fundraiser in Salisbury. Friday, Nov. 30, 6 p.m., Salisbury Community School.

Lots of prizes from local businesses. come support 5th and 6th graders.

Jupiter Quartet in Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Dr. The quartet celebrates Debussy in this centenary year of his passing, with a program of Ravel and Debussy’s solitary string quartets, plus Dutilleux’s Ainsi la nuit. Pre-concert lecture

by Professor of Music Larry Hamberlin, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 221. Reserved seating.

Tickets: $28 Public/$22 Midd ID holders/$10 Youth/$6 Midd students. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

Fall Dance Concert in Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. A dynamic evening of ideas in motion showcasing choreography by emerging student dance artists and the annual Newcomers’ Piece, choreographed this year by the Dance Company of Middlebury under the direction of Lida Winfield. Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale November 12. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“Men on Boats” on stage in Middlebury.

Friday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Seeler Studio Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Ten explorers. Four boats.

One Grand Canyon. This play by Jaclyn Backhaus is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale Nov. 12. More info at middelbuey.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Friday, Nov. 30, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

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Holiday Stroll in Vergennes.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Locations downtown. Celebrate the holidays in Vergennes with breakfast with Santa, Craft Fair at VUHS, Bixby Library activities, Pictures with Santa, storytelling and crafts at the Opera House, Caroling on Main Street, other activities and Lighting of the Park. For a full schedule of events visit VergennesDowntown.org or follow on social media @VergennesPartnership.

Breakfast with Santa in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 8-10:30 a.m., Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd. Breakfast, an elf band and chorus, crafts for the kids, and of course a visit with Santa. Tickets $5 for kids/$7 for adults. All proceeds benefit the VUHS music program.

“Light of Christmas” marketplace in Bristol.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. Featuring craft shop, bake shop, mercy Creation gift shop, doll & jewelry shop, wonder jars, silent auction, attic treasures and fabulous raffles

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Holiday baskets silent auction in Vergennes.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Part of the little city’s Holiday Stroll. Bidding on items closes at 1:45 p.m. and bids can be taken home or picked up later.

Very Merry Middlebury commences in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., downtown. Opening day of Middlebury’s annual holiday festivities begins when Santa arrives at 9:30 a.m. and continues with Santa visits at the Middlebury Inn from 10 a.m.-noon, free milk and cookies at Kiss the Cook from 10 a.m.-noon, free gift wrapping at Community Barn Ventures from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and the Hot Cocoa hut serving up cocoa and fixings from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for 25 cents a cup.

Sheldon Museum’s annual Holiday Open House in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Enjoy the elaborate model train layout, carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano, and a Miniature Christmas Tree Raffle. The raffle features 20 creative trees decorated by local artists. See two holiday exhibits: Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You, and An Over the Top Holiday. Admission by donation. More info at 802-388-2117 or HenrySheldonMuseum.org.

Old-fashioned visits with Santa in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.noon. Middlebury Inn, 16 Court Sq. Bring the tots to see the jolly old elf. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Holiday pottery sale in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Route 7. Pottery by Kathy Clarke, Ken Martin, Instructors, local potters, studio assistants and students. Handmade holiday gifts at affordable prices, also cards, jewelry, paintings and some surprises.

Everything is locally made. A fundraiser to benefit the school.

Make your own graham cracker gingerbread house in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-noon, Community Room. Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. All materials provided.

Free.

Gallery stroll in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Creative Space Gallery, 214 Main St. Enjoy “make and take” activities for holiday decorating and giving.

Free clothing giveaway in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. Warm coats, hats, gloves/ mittens, sweaters, boots.

Caroling, Caroling! in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury, 2 Main St. All are welcome to gather on the front steps in cozy attire to celebrate the season with festive songs.

Santa Reads “The Night Before Christmas” in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10:30 -11 a.m. Bixby Memorial Library 258 Main St. Join Santa as he reads Clement Moore’s classic Christmas tale. Part of the little city’s Holiday Stroll.

Jon Gailmor in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 11-11:45 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Jon Gailmor plays holiday favorites as part of the Vergennes Holiday Stroll.

Maiden Vermont in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 1, 1-1:30 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Enjoy a capella hholiday serenade as part of Vergennes’ Holdiay Stroll.

“Men on Boats” on stage in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Seeler Studio Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Ten explorers.

Four boats. One Grand Canyon. This play

by Jaclyn Backhaus is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale Nov. 12. More info at middelbuey. edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

Meet Vermont author Ellen Stimson in Middlebury. Saturday December 1, 3-4 p.m., Kiss the Cook, Merchants Row. “Ellen reads like Erma Bombeck meets E. B. White (with a dash of Elizabeth Gilbert thrown in). She’s a natural storyteller and openhearted lover of her family, her animals, and her big chaotic life.” — Boston Globe.

Complimentary refreshments served.

Fall Dance Concert in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. A dynamic evening of ideas in motion showcasing choreography by emerging student dance artists and the annual Newcomers’ Piece, choreographed this year by the Dance Company of Middlebury under the direction of Lida Winfield. Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale November 12. More info at middlebury.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

Amy Rigby in concert in Ripton. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House, Route 125. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Come hear whimsical, often autobiographical songs. Rigby will be accompanied by her husband, Wreckless Eric. Refreshments available. Wheelchair accessible but the bathrooms are not. Call ahead for a slot on the open mic list. Admission $15 generous admission/$10 general admission/$3 for children. More info call 802-388-9782.

The Sound Investment Jazz Ensemble in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. The Sound Investment shares its recent exploration of big band music from around the world — they were surprised by what they found. It’s certain to be a special, swingin’ evening. Free.

Va-et-vient in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Vermont’s own Va-et-vient is a trio

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JOHNNY PEERS AND THE MUTTVILLE COMIX Nov. 24 1 & 4pm $10- $22

A canine comedy show for the whole family and the dog lover in all of us.

Middlebury Community Players

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE

Nov. 29–Dec. 1 & Dec. 6–8 8pm Dec. 2 & 9 2pm $23/$18 student – $15 (Thurs 11/29 & 12/6)

Multiple Tony®-award winner is a hilarious pastiche of mistaken identity, schtick & reflections on 1920s musicals.

WARREN MILLER’S FACE OF WINTER Dec. 4 & 5 7:30pm $20

New and veteran athletes alike pay tribute to the man who started it all in Face of Winter.

On the prowl

THE VERMONT FOLKLIFE Center’s annual Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibit fills the Middlebury center with the warm smells of Christmas each December. Amazing creations, like this one on display in 2017, will be on display this year from Nov. 30 through Dec. 21.

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA IN THE CHRISTMAS MOOD

Independent file photo/Trent Campbell

performing French, Québecois, Cajun, and Créole music. Take a step ‘out of Vermont’ without actually leaving, and come enjoy Va-et-vient. Show $20. Dinner and show $45. Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show. BYOB. More info at 802-247-4295 or info@brandon-music.net.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

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Sheldon Museum’s annual Holiday Open House in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 2, noon-4 p.m. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Enjoy the elaborate model train layout, carols played on the Sheldon’s 1831 piano, and a Miniature Christmas Tree Raffle. The raffle features 20 creative trees decorated by local artists. See two holiday exhibits: Ho Ho Historical Holidays to You, and An Over the Top Holiday. Admission by donation. More info at 802-388-2117 or HenrySheldonMuseum.org.

Holiday auction in Brandon. Sunday, Dec. 2, 1:30 p.m., Brandon Free Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Be a part of an entertaining and philanthropic event. The Friends of

the Brandon Library host this auction. Fun, laughter, camaraderie and a bit of wine and cheese too. Preview at 1:30 p.m. Auction begins promptly at 2 p.m. More info at info@ brandonpubliclibrary.org or 802-247-8230.

Chicken and Biscuit Dinner in Middlebury.

Sunday, Dec. 2, 5-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, corner of Route 7 and Seminary St. A warm meal to fill your tummy. Adults $8.

“Men on Boats” on stage in Middlebury.

Sunday, Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m., Seeler Studio Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Ten explorers. Four boats.

One Grand Canyon. This play by Jaclyn Backhaus is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River.

Tickets: $15 Public/$12 Midd ID holders/$8 Youth/$6 Midd students; on sale Nov. 12. More info at middelbuey.edu/arts or 802-443-3168.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 2, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

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It’s a night of holiday favorites with The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.

Great Art Wednesday

GAUGUIN: THE FULL STORY Dec. 12 11am & 7pm $13/$8 Students

Gauguin: The Full Story was hailed

by The Times as the finest artistic biography ever made.

NIGHT FIRES

Dec. 21 & 22 7:30pm; Dec. 22 & 23 3pm $25/$21 Srs/$20 Students

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Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Students in Su Lian Tan’s Music I course perform original compositions in a semester-end celebration of their work. Free.

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Adult drop-in crafts in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Free. All materials provided.

Warren Miller’s “Face of Winter” on screen in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. New and veteran athletes alike pay tribute to the man who started it all in “Face of Winter,” the 69th installment from Warren Miller Entertainment (WME). Tickets, $20 general admission (includes $2 preservation fee).

Group tickets available for $17 when purchasing 10 or more tickets (includes $2 preservation fee). available online at townhalltheater. org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

Lecture demonstration with Matea MillsAndruk in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Middlebury College senior Mills-Andruk will synthesize her research in the fields of dance and gender studies with this event combining movement work and the performance of written scholarship. Free.

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Humble materials

ADDISON COUNTY ARTISTS and businesses decorated 21 little Christmas trees that display at the Henry Sheldon Museum of History in Middlebury last December, and a similar show will be up this year. The above work by Sarah Pope is titled “Humble Materials.”

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Madness in Brandon. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4-8 p.m., Brandon Town Hall 1 Conant Sq., and businesses around town. Twenty-two vendors up and downstairs in the Brandon

Town Hall. Chili and soup available for sale

by Friends of Town Hall along with coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

Moonlight Madness in Brandon. Wednesday,

Dec. 5, 4-9 p.m., downtown. A time for shopping local with sales, discounts and specials.

Stroll through downtown and drive to the outskirts. Enjoy the sights and sounds and visit with friends and neighbors. It is a time to catch a scrumptious bite to eat or warm up with something warm to drink. And last but not least, it is a time to support your neighbors and keep it local.

“Taking Flight” performed in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theater, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. A “lightly produced” showing of dance experiments by the new batch of choreographers emerging from the Beginning Dance course facilitated by Christal Brown and the Improvisational Practices course, facilitated by Lida Winfield, Michael Chorney, and Deborah Felmeth. Free.

“The Wyeths: First Family of American Art” in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Shelburne Museum director Thomas Denenberg discusses the Wyeths — N. C. (1882–1945), Andrew (1917– 2009), and Jamie (b. 1946) — and offers new perspectives on these three painters.

Parts of the Vermont Humanities Council First Wednesdays series.

Warren Miller’s “Face of Winter” on screen in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. New and veteran athletes alike pay tribute to the man who started it all in “Face of Winter,” the 69th installment from Warren Miller Entertainment (WME). Tickets, $20 general admission (includes $2 preservation fee). Group tickets available for $17 when purchasing 10 or more tickets (includes $2 preservation fee). available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday,

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Cédric Tiberghien, Piano in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Tiberghien presents a program celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice, featuring works composed during every year of the war — by composers from Poland (Szymanowski), Russia (Scriabin), Germany (Hindemith), France (Debussy), and England (Bridge) — including a work written for a pianist who lost his arm in battle. Reserved seating.

Tickets: $22 Public/$16 Midd ID holders/$10 Youth/$6 Midd students.

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MiddNight at the Teen Center in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 1-8 p.m., Addison Central Teens, 77 Mary Hogan Dr. Teen friendly holiday games and snacks. Free.

Film and Media Culture fall student screening in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 4 and 7 p.m., Room 232, Axinn Center, Middlebury

College. Join the Department of Film and Media Culture for the annual fall showcase of student work produced in Sight and Sound II and 3D Computer Animation. Free.

The Dance Company of Middlebury: In-Progress Showing in Middlebury.

Thursday, December 6, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. The company is teaching and performing in a variety of communities, using dance as a platform for personal truth–telling and bridge building. This research will culminate in an original evening length work to be performed and toured in January. Come take a sneak peek at “Warrior Work: Show Up. Tell the Truth.” Free.

Christmas decorating contest in Brandon.

Thursday, Dec. 6, 5 p.m., downtown. Come see the holiday lights in Brandon. Judges will be on the streets on starting at 5 p.m.

Midd Night Stroll in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m., downtown and the Marble Works.

Middlebury businesses will be open late with sales, specials, pop-ups and lots more. Free gift wrapping at Community Barn Ventures and the Hot Cocoa hut serving up cocoa and fixings for 25 cents a cup. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Magic on Main in Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m., locations downtown. Shops open for an evening of specials, wine tastings, open house and local holiday shopping.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-aplay musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot.

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by Round Robin, is called “Elf DeShelfed.”

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Chocolate Walk in Bristol.

Friday, Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m., downtown. Bristol’s Chocolate Walk allows you to experience a complimentary chocolate treat, courtesy of the Main Street businesses. Spend the evening browsing the stores, nibbling a delicious chocolate indulgence, and getting the holiday shop on.

Over 20 unique vendors shared across multiple Main Street locations. Part of Bristol’s Cool Yule.

Candy Cane Hunt in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., on the town green. The hunt for hidden candy canes begins at the corner of the Town Green next to the Veterans Memorial. Bundle up, bring your flashlight and help Santa find them all.

Memory Tree lighting in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 7, at 6:30 p.m., town green gazebo. Join us at the Gazebo on the green for an evening of music and a reading of all names of honorees. Bulbs may be purchased for $5 online

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Christmas music night in New Haven. Friday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m., New Haven United Reformed Church, Route 7, 4 miles north of Middlebury.

Join us for a time of Christmas songs, readings, and refreshments as we prepare for the holiday season. All are welcome. More info contact Judy at 802-897-2697.

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Mary’s Apple Cake 6 med apples, Macintosh or Honey Crisp mix 1 TBS ground cinnamon 5 TBS granulated sugar For the cake 2 3/4cups flour 1 TBS baking powder 1 tsp salt

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1 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup orange juice 2 cups granulated sugar 2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs 1 cup walnuts, chopped Heat oven to 350°

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Grease a Bundt pan. Peel, core and chop apples into 1 inch chunks.

Toss with cinnamon and sugar. Set aside.

Stir together flour, baking powder and salt in a large mixing bowl.

In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, orange juice, sugar, vanilla and eggs. Mix wet ingredients into dry ones; scrape down bowl to ensure all ingredients are incorporated Pour half of batter into prepared pan. Spread half of apples (and their juices) over it. Pour the remaining batter over the apples and arrange the remaining apples on top. Bake for about 1 1/2 hours, or until a tester comes clean.* Cool cake completely before running knife between cake and pan, and unmolding onto a platter. * Tip: The apples love to hide uncooked pockets of batter, especially near the top. Make sure your testing skewer or toothpick goes not just all the way down to the bottom, but does a shallow dip below the top layer of apples to make sure it comes out batter-free. If the cake browns too fast before the center is baked through, cover it with foil for all but the last few minutes in the oven.

This cake is even better the second day – and is also perfect for breakfast sweet!

Maple-Apple Upside-Down Cake 1 cup pure maple syrup 3 Granny Smith apples—peeled, cored and cut into eighths 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs 3/4 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 1/3 cups sugar

Step 1 Preheat the oven to 350°. Butter and flour a 10-inch round cake pan. In a large saucepan, bring the maple syrup to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat until very thick and reduced to 3/4 cup, about 20 minutes. Pour the thickened syrup into the cake pan. Arrange the apples in the pan in 2 concentric circles, overlapping them slightly.

Step 2 In a bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a glass measuring cup, whisk the eggs with the buttermilk and vanilla. In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the paddle, beat the butter and sugar at medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the dry and wet ingredients in 3 alternating batches until the batter is smooth; scrape down the side of the bowl.

Step 3 Scrape the batter over the apples and spread it in an even layer. Bake the cake for 1 hour, until golden on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool on a rack for 45 minutes.

Step 4 Place a plate on top of the cake and invert the cake onto the plate; tap lightly to release the cake. Remove the pan. Let the cake cool slightly, then cut into wedges and serve

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Allow Beef to sit at room temperature for 3 hours before cooking time.

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(med rare)- best to have a reliable meat thermometer Roast in oven until thermometer says 115 – 120 (rare) 125-130 (med rare) temperature will continue to rise after out of oven Check temperature 30-45 minutes before expected done time Once roast is done, remove from oven and cover with foil.

Let rest for 30 minutes before carving.

Cut away strings, remove bones (great for stock) Slice meat across the grain into 1/4-1/2 slices

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Autumn Sweater

Large Rocks Glass – Ice Ball 1 dash Regan’s Orange Bitters 1 dash Urban Moonshine Maple Bitters 1/2 oz. Averna 1/2 oz. Amaro Nonino 1 oz. Old Overholt Rye Garnish: Clove-Studded Orange Zest STIR, STRAIN, GARNISH

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WhistlePig Cocktails MARSHMALLOW WORLD INGREDIENTS 2 ounces WhistlePig 10 Year Straight Rye Whiskey .5 ounce Ginger Liqueur .75 ounce Mocha Cream .25 ounce Cremede Cacao .25 ounce Rosemary Simple Syrup 4 drops Cocoa Bitters .5 teaspoon Cocoa Powder 1 piece Wondermade Bourbon Marshmallow 1 piece Rosemary Sprig Garnish DIRECTIONS Combine WhistlePig Rye Whiskey, Kings Ginger, cremede cacao, mocha cream, simple, bitters with ice. Shake the in double strain over ice. Top with a toasted Wondermade marshmallow and sprinkle cocoa powder overtop. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and holiday decor of your choice! Serve and enjoy. Bonus points: grate fresh cinnamon overtop as well.

APPLE CINNAMON WHISKEY SMASH 2 parts whiskey 1 part cinnamon simple syrup 1 part apple cider splash lemon juice 3 slices of apple 6 mint leaves CINNAMON SIMPLE SYRUP 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 3 cinnamon sticks 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon INSTRUCTIONS In a shaker, smash together apple slices and mint with a muddler. (Adding a cube of ice will help break apart ingredients.)

Add WhistlePig 10 Year Straight Rye Whiskey, cinnamon simple syrup, cider and lemon to shaker. Fill the shaker 3/4 of the way with ice.

Shake vigorously for 8 to 10 seconds. Strain into a high ball glass with crushed ice.

Garnish with cinnamon stick and mint leaf.

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Blackberry Chocolate Old Fashioned 2 ounces WhistlePig rye whiskey 3 dashes Aztec chocolate bitters 3 blackberries (two muddled, one for garnish) 1 brown sugarcube Slice of blood orange Muddle two black berries and brown sugar cube in the bottom of a glass. Add the whiskey and bitters; stir with cocktail spoon. Garnish with the blood orange and the remaining blackberry.

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Marinade: 1 tsp. chopped lemongrass 1 tsp. chopped garlic 1 tsp. grated orange rind or orange juice 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black peppercorns 1 tsp. cilantro root 1 tsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. oyster sauce 1 Tbsp. brown sugar Dipping sauce: 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. brown sugar 1 Tbsp. fish sauce Chili powder to taste 1/2 tsp. chopped cilantro or spring onion Instructions: For the recipe to be at its finest, it’s best to marinate the chicken overnight and grill it the next day, but if you don’t have the time, marinate the chicken for at least a few hours.

Mix marinade ingredients.

Butterfly cut the whole chicken, starting from the breast side down to the end. Flatten chicken out and lightly prick with a fork. Rub the marinade into all parts of the chicken. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Grill over a low, even heat, turning every 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through to the bone and the skin is dark golden brown — or bake into a 350 F oven until the internal temperature reaches 165 F. After grilling, cut chicken apart. Cut off the drumsticks and wings, and chop the rest of the chicken into strips or pieces.

Mix dipping sauce and serve with the sticky rice.

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Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake

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Maple Grove of Vermont, St. Johnsbury 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 1/4 cups graham crackcr crumbs 1/4 cup sugar 3- 8oz. packages cream cheese, softened 1 14 oz. can sweetened condcnsed milk 1 cup Vermont maple syrup

1 16 oz. can Pumpkin 3 eggs 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp salt

1 pound chicken breast , sliced into thin pieces 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine 1 teaspoon sesame oil 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon sugar

Combine butter, crumbs and sugar, press into a 9 inch springform pan.

In large mixing bowl, beat cheese until fluffy Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth Add 1/4 cup syrup and remaining ingredients Pour into prepared Pan Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until set (center will be slightly soft) Cool then chill’ Top with Maple Pecan Glaze

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Instructions 1. Add the chicken, soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, cornstarch and sugar in a bowl.

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5. Add the green beans and onion to the wok and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly softened but still crisp.

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Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans (makes 1 1/4 cup)’ This glaze can also be used as a topping for ice cream or pound cake.

2 tablespoons canola oil 4 cloves garlic , minced 2 teaspoons ginger , minced 1 pound green beans , fresh, trimmed 1 cup onion , peeled, cut into 1/2 inch wedges

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Broadway Direct in Vergennes. Friday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m., Vergennes Opera House, 120 Main St. Now in its 13th year, this brainchild of local resident and professional actor Bill Carmichael brings together some of his professional acting/singing/dancing friends from New York and Boston for an evening of familiar, funny, moving and exceptional Broadway tunes. Several local area high school students will also participate.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 7, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-aplay musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

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Tickets $10. Breakfast includes Pancakes, Sausage, and beverage. Bookings at www.

BristolVtRec.com Character Breakfast in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 8, seatings at 8:30 and 10 a.m., Middlebury Inn, 16 Court Sq. Have breakfast with favorite Christmas characters. Tickets and info at ExperienceMiddlebury.com. Hot Cocoa Hut from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Brandon Farmer’s Market annual holiday fair in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Neshobe School, 17 Neshobe Dr. Lots of vendors. Look for maple syrup, cheese, honey, baked goods, hand knit items in wool mohair, goat milk soap, canned goods, wooden toys, dried flowers, aprons, jams and jellies, jewelry, holiday decor and more. More info contact Wendy Cijka at 802-273-2655 or cijka4@gmail.com.

Wreath Making in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 8, 9-11 a.m., Otter Creek Room, Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Learn how to make your own wreath to decorate your home for the upcoming holidays. Wreath base, assorted greenery, ribbon, berries, cones and floral wire provided. Bring pruning shears or sharp scissors and additional decorations to share. Limited space.

Register at the library or laksamee.putnam@ bixbylibrary.org.

Old-fashioned visit with Santa in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-noon, Maple Landmark, 1297 Exchange St. Free toy to all children who come to see Santa.

Contra dance in Cornwall. Saturday, Dec. 8, 7-9:30 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall, Route 30.

Featuring Adina Gordon calling to live banjo and fiddle music by Red Dog Riley. $5-10/ person (sliding scale). All are welcome. No experience or partner necessary. Questions?

802-462-3722.

Rupert Wates in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Since coming to the U.S. in 2006, Rupert Wates has won more than 30 songwriting awards. Wates will perform his eclectic mix of acoustic, melodic art/folk, with flavors of jazz, vaudeville and cabaret. Show $20.

Dinner and show $45. Reservations required for dinner and recommended for the show.

BYOB. More info at 802-247-4295 or info@ brandon-music.net.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick,

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Vocal Recital in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Students of affiliate artists Carol Christensen and Susanne Peck cap off a semester of vocal study with an evening of songs and arias. Accompanied by affiliate artist Cynthia Huard and by Annemieke McLane, piano. Free.

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“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-aplay musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October.

Brandon Festival Singers in Brandon.

Sunday, Dec. 9, 3 p.m., Brandon Congregational Church, 1 Carver St. This annual tradition features wonderful holiday music directed by Gene Childers and featuring pianist Jean Childers. The season would not feel the same without this performance!

Free will offering. Brandon Lessons and Carols for Advent and Christmas in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 9, 4 and 7 p.m., Mead Memorial Chapel, Middlebury College. This annual traditional program combines choral music, congregational singing, and the Biblical texts of the season. The celebratory community service features the Middlebury College Choir, performing under the direction of Jeffrey Buettner, readings by students, faculty, and staff. George Matthew Jr. rings in the service with selections on the chapel carillon.

Donations collected for local charities.

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7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. It’s a night of holiday favorites with the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Hear classics like “Sleigh Ride,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “Jingle Bells,” alongside Miller staples including “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “In the Mood.”

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“Gaugin: The Full Story” on screen in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. The first full-length biography of one of the world’s most popular yet controversial artists. Part of THT’s Great Art Wednesdays series. Tickets $13 adults/$8 student (includes a $1 preservation fee), available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, MondaySaturday, noon-5 p.m.

“The Hate U Give” on screen in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Dec. 12, TBA, Marquis theater, 65 Main St. Based on the bestselling young adult novel by Angie Thomas, this film is the second in Middlebury Showing Up for Racial Justice’s Seeing Color/Seeking Justice film series.

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MiddNight at the Teen Center in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 3-8 p.m., Addison Central Teens, 77 Mary Hogan Dr. Teen friendly holiday games and snacks. Free.

Midd Night Stroll in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 5-8 p.m., downtown and the Marble Works. Middlebury businesses will be open late with sales, specials, pop-ups and lots more. Free gift wrapping at Community Barn Ventures and the Hot Cocoa hut serving up cocoa and fixings for 25 cents a cup. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

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Eat, Drink and Be Merry in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 14, 5-9 p.m., downtown. Bristol’s newest event encourages you to visit multiple unique locations on Main Street for a terrific selection of local well-known musical acts, with accompanying wines, ciders, and delicious eats. Part of Bristol’s Cool Yule.

“Can You Ever Forgive Me?” on screen in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. In the latest installment of the MNFF Winter Screening Series Melissa McCarthy stars as Lee Israel in this true story of the best-selling celebrity biographer who made her living in the 1970s and 80s profiling the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead, Estee Lauder and journalist Dorothy Kilgallen. When Israel is no longer able to get published she turns her art form to deception. Tickets $13.

Barn Opera: “La Boheme” in Brandon.

Friday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Marcello the painter, and Rodolfo the poet, explore the varying degrees of love and infatuation; Marcello with the temptress, Musetta, and Rodolfo with their neighbor, the lovely and modest Mimi. All go through the extremes of the human existence with experiences of both love and loss. More details and tickets at barnopera.com.

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SISTERS MAE, GEORGIA and Anna Cannon pose with Santa at the Bristol Recreation Department’s annual Breakfast with Santa this past December. The festive event featured a pancake breakfast, horse-drawn wagon rides, musical guests and, of course, visits with the jolly elf.

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Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hot cocoa and fixings for

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Old-fashioned visit with Santa in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Danforth Pewter Workshop, 52 Seymour St. Enjoy hot cocoa while visiting with Santa.

“La Traviata” live in HD in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Michael Mayer’s richly textured new Metropolitan Opera production, featuring a dazzling 18th-century setting that changes with the seasons. Tickets $24 adults (+$2 preservation fee)/$10 students (+1 preservation fee), available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

Winterfest celebration in New Haven.

Saturday, Dec. 15, 5 p.m., New Haven Congregational Church and town green, Town Hill Rd. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. with tasty treats and hot refreshments at the church. The Memorial Tree Lighting at 5:30 p.m. on the town green, with decorating, wagon rides, fire barrels, s’mores, carols and Santa. Sing-along and caroling with a special guest in the church begins at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to all. ADA Accessible. More info contact Suzy Roorda at 802-453-5978.

Barn Opera: “La Boheme” in Brandon.

Saturday, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Marcello the painter, and Rodolfo the poet, explore the varying degrees of love and infatuation; Marcello with the temptress, Musetta, and Rodolfo with their neighbor, the lovely and modest Mimi. All go through the extremes of the human existence with experiences of both love and loss. More details and tickets at barnopera.com.

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Lights of Love tree lighting ceremony and open house in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 6-7 p.m., Homeward Bound, 236 Boardman St. Friends of Homeward Bound are invited to share their holiday cheer with shelter animals, enjoy seasonal delights, and participate in a tree lighting ceremony that celebrates pets, past and present.

Book talk in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Brandon Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Meet and discuss “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot.

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Moonlight Madness in Brandon. Thursday, Dec. 20, 4-9 p.m., downtown. A time for shopping local with sales, discounts and specials. Stroll through downtown and drive to the outskirts. Enjoy the sights and sounds and visit with friends and neighbors. It is a time to catch a scrumptious bite to eat or warm up with something warm to drink. And last but not least, it is a time to support your neighbors and keep it local.

“West Side Story” on screen in Middlebury.

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Night Fires in Middlebury.

Sunday, Dec. 23, 3 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. A mystery play, a winter solstice pageant for our own times — rife with magic, beauty, humor and even tears. An intricate web of music, song, dance and story. Pre-show singing begins 20 minutes prior to the show.

Tickets $25 general admission/ $21 seniors/ $20 students available at townhalltheater. org and in person at Town Hall Theater (box office open Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.).

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Video story hour in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Free. Eat popcorn while watching classic children’s books.

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Christmas benefit concert and sing-a-long in Middlebury.

Monday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, N. Pleasant St. Join singers from local churches. Open to all, to support the housing and feeding program at Charter House. Offering will be taken. Refreshments to follow.

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RICK CEBALLOS AND Lausanne Allen provide music for the Bristol Recreation Department’s Breakfast with Santa in Holley Hall in December 2017.

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Thursday, Dec. 20, 6 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Middlebury Community Classic Film Club turns to a great musical classic. On the 100th anniversary of the birth of its composer Leonard Bernstein, this story raises the question of who is truly an American and how can we learn to live together. It’s also a wonderful tale of love, turbulence, and tragedy. Free.

Discussion to follow. Cookies, popcorn and good coffee. See great films with friends old and new.

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Decorate a solstice lantern in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 21, 3:30-4:40 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Free. All materials provided.

Watershed Center Winter Solstice celebration in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 21, 4-6 p.m., The Watershed Center, Plank Rd. Come celebrate the year’s longest night and the return of the sun to the northern sky with song, poetry, and a little pageantry, too.

This year, we’ll also honor the memory of our friend Jason Bacon and the sacred Ash tree. Readings welcome. Bring a dish to share and dress warmly. Leave dogs at home for this one. For details visit thewatershedcenter.org.

Holiday Shopper’s Evening with Wine Tasting in Vergennes. Friday, Dec. 21, 5-8 p.m., Creative Space Gallery, 214 Main

St. Enjoy seasonal food favorites paired with selected wines, courtesy of Vergennes Wine.

Night Fires in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. A mystery play, a winter solstice pageant for our own times — rife with magic, beauty, humor and even tears. An intricate web of music, song, dance and story. Pre-show singing begins 20 minutes prior to the show.

Tickets $25 general admission/ $21 seniors/ $20 students available at townhalltheater. org and in person at Town Hall Theater (box office open Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.)

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Free hot cocoa in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 22, Marquis Theater, 64 Main St. Stroll into the Marquis for a hot cocoa to get you through those last frantic days of holiday shopping. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Santa Claus visits farmers’ market in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 22, 9 a.m.12:30 p.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Santa arrives at 9:30 a.m. and leaves for the North Pole at 12:30 p.m. Free coffee, tea, and seasonal music.

Lumen Celebration of Fire and Light in Bristol. Saturday, Dec. 22, 4-9 p.m., downtown. Come to Bristol for the annual Lumen Celebration of Fire and Light and experience lantern making at Holley Hall, fire performers on the town green, a lighted walk down Main

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Countdown to Noon-Year in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 31, 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., Community Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Crafts, stories, face painting, photo ops and fun. Free.

Best Night in Bristol. Monday, Dec. 31, locations across town. Join this Communitywide celebration of the coming New Year, with three music venues, food, activities, and holiday spirit.

New Years Eve fireworks in Middlebury.

Monday, Dec. 31, 7:30-8 p.m., Middlebury Recreation Park, Mary Hogan Dr. Bundle up for and enjoy the show. Brought to you by the Middlebury American Legion. Free.

New Year’s Eve with The Horse Traders in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Ring in the New Year with The Horse Traders. Doors open at 8 p.m., the band kicks off at 9 p.m.

New Years Eve ice skating in Middlebury.

Monday, Dec. 31, 8-9:30 p.m., Memorial Sports Center, 296 Buttolph Dr. Middlebury Parks and Recreation invites you to on the skates and take some turns around the rink.

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First Day bird hike in Ferrisburgh. Tuesday, Jan. 1, 9 a.m., Button Bay State Park, 5 Button Bay. New Year’s Day birding trips are a tradition held by many in the bird watching world as they begin to fill their annual bird lists. Join Otter Creek Audubon when they combine that tradition with the fairly new tradition of First Day Hikes held at State Parks across the country.

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Street, and fire pits at Tandem and Vermont Tree Goods with hot drinks and tasty eats.

Part of Bristol’s Cool Yule.

Night Fires in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 22, 3 and 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. A mystery play, a winter solstice pageant for our own times — rife with magic, beauty, humor and even tears. An intricate web of music, song, dance and story.

Pre-show singing begins 20 minutes prior to the show. Tickets $25 general admission/ $21 seniors/ $20 students available at townhalltheater.org and in person at Town Hall Theater (box office open Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.)

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BRISTOL / MIDDLEBURY — The year’s longest night is coming up in just a month, and that means it will be time for two solstice-related events in Addison County. They are the annual Winter Solstice Celebration at the Waterworks Property on Plank Road in Bristol and the Night Fires winter solstice pageant at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury.

Revelers of all ages are invited to venture into the forest for the Waterworks Winter Solstice celebration on Friday, Dec. 21, and mark the moment when the sun stands still on the southern horizon and turns to begin its march toward summer. Everyone is invited to join in the fun from 4-6 p.m. and gather around the fire for a joyful evening of food, music, and midwinter pageantry as we summon the light from the season’s deepest dark and celebrate its return to the sky.

The Watershed Center Solstice Celebration harkens back to a distant age when the natural cycles of the Earth formed the calendar’s most important milestones.

Yule, the original winter solstice holiday, marked the rebirth of the sun and the return of the life it brings to the world — the traditional Yule log originally represented the resurrected sun. Bonfires also played a role in these year-end rituals, as did baskets of evergreen boughs, symbolizing eternal life, that were placed in homes to receive gifts from visitors.

The Watershed Center’s Solstice Celebration honors these traditions and their ancient fires. It’s a rare opportunity to experience the magic of the winter forest at night while making memories with friends and neighbors old and new. This year, participants will also honor the memory of Watershed Center friend Jason Bacon and the sacred Ash tree. Readings are welcome.

This is an all-weather snow-or-shine celebration; gather at the picnic area on the Norton Brook Reservoir at the Waterworks Forest in Bristol (about a two-fifths mile walk from the Plank Road parking area,

which is three quarters of a mile east of North Street). Ceremonies commence at 5 p.m. Traditionally Rick Ceballos and friends provide music.

Bring food and drink to share and dress warmly. There are a limited number of parking spaces, so carpooling to the event is encouraged, as well as heeding the parking restrictions on Plank Road. The Watershed Center reminds everyone to leave pets at home for this one and to remember to bring a flashlight and take care on the path — winter footing is never assured.

For more information, visit the Watershed Center at thewatershedcentervt.org.

NIGHT FIRES IN MIDDLEBURY In the meantime, Night Fires will present a mystery play/winter solstice pageant rife with magic, beauty, humor and even tears.

Organizers describe it as an intricate web of music, song, dance and story.

Themes for the show include: setting out, at the darkest time of year, on a journey into and through a fruitful darkness in order to arrive at the “light.” Sometimes it is only when the dark is darkest, that countless small, strong, shining pinpoints of light begin to show their faces for the first time.

With an eloquent plaiting of song, dance, poetry and prose, the production features music from folk traditions of many lands as well as contemporary folk and classical pieces, recent prose pieces, and dance that — along with the music — brings us always back to moments of utter timelessness in what has been called a “mystery play for our own time.”

Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 21 and 22, and 3 p.m. on Dec. 22 and 23. General admission is $25; $21 for seniors and $20 for students — plus theater restoration fees.

Pre-show singing begins 20 minutes prior to each show.

More information is at townhalltheater. org.

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