Monday, December 3, 2018

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 30 No. 31

Middlebury, Vermont

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Monday, December 3, 2018

• “Face of Winter,” a ski and snowboard film by Warren Miller, will screen at THT. See Arts Beat on Page 10.

• A New Haven family seeks help after an early-morning chimney blaze. See Page 3.

LINCOLN RESIDENTS MARIA Teixeira, left, and her partner, Travis Herben, gathered a few toys no longer used by their children, 9-year-old Ezaias, right, Micaiah, 7, and Simeon, 1, to exchange at the upcoming Toy Swap at the Lincoln Library. Teixeira and other volunteers organized the swap to bring new life to old toys.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

Breathing life into old playthings Lincoln Library to host toy swap

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS LINCOLN — So profound is the depth of imagination kids summon when they play with toys that it has inspired a special category of storytelling in our culture.

From “The Nutcracker” to “The Velveteen Rabbit”

Eagle senior tops field hockey team • Mount Abraham and Otter Valley are well represented on the Independent all-star squad. See Sports, Page 18.

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By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury selectboard will spend the next two months refining a fiscal year 2020 municipal budget proposal that currently reflects almost $600,000 in new expenses, including two new hires and a $296,119 increase in local infrastructure improvements.

A $600,000 increase would drive the need for an 8-cent hike in the municipal tax rate, but that won’t happen. Middlebury Town Manager Kathleen Ramsay is proposing, from the outset, that the town use surplus revenues from the community’s (See Middlebury, Page 16)

Home fire leaves family in the cold

• The Bristol Fire Department presented “challenge coins” to generous donors. See Page 7.

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Midd budget draft reflects more staff & road work

See winter’s magic on film

Local businesses receive honors

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to “Toy Story,” we find hope in the notion that our playthings could live separate lives, struggling like we do, fighting our battles, keeping it real when the “real world” intervenes. Integral to many of these stories is the letting go, the heart-wrenching moment when children outgrow their toys and leave them behind forever.

(See Toy swap, Page 20)

City recreation group pitches big pool fixes

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — The newly formed Vergennes recreation committee last week shared with the city council the list of priorities its members created after its first two meetings — and up to $147,000 of work to the city pool was at the top.

The committee, founded to advise the council on maintenance of existing facilities and ways to (See City recreation, Page 17)

Saffron is spicing up New Haven solar farm Lost ag land could return to productivity

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS NEW HAVEN — Thanks to a partnership between Peck Electric and University of Vermont, flowers that produce the most expensive spice in the world this fall were blooming in the shade of a few New Haven solar panels.

It’s too soon to tell whether saffron, which retails for between $3,000 and $9,000 a pound, will become a viable crop in Vermont,

but three years of testing by UVM’s North American Center for Saffron Research and Development have produced promising results. The flowers from which the precious saffron threads are harvested, Crocus sativus, bloom in the agricultural down-time of late autumn, they thrive in Vermont UVM RESEARCHER ARASH Ghalehgolabbehbahani, shown at a soil and, when protected from the test plot in New Haven growing saffron flowers last month, says elements by high tunnels, have so that an acre of Vermont land could generate more than $100,000 worth of the precious spice.

(See Saffron, Page 24) Independent photo/Christopher Ross

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Salisbury voters face big decision on landfill

Sharing wise words

STUDENT INDIA DANYOW interviews Ruth Lathrop, a resident at the EastView retirement community, for a Bridge School Language Arts biography project recently.

Photo courtesy of Amanda Warren

Donations are sought for family after house fire

By JOHN FLOWERS NEW HAVEN — A post on the “gofundme” social media website has been created to help a New Haven family whose home was severely damaged in a Nov. 25 fire.

The home, owned by Jessica and Matt Friend, is located on Halpin Road, just across the town line from Middlebury. It was at around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25, that firefighters from multiple departments were toned out on a report of a chimney fire at the residence.

Firefighters found the fire had spread from the chimney to por-

tions of the first floor and second floor before stopping at the attic, according to Middlebury Fire Chief David Shaw. He said the home is salvageable, but the Friends, who have young children, are currently unable to occupy their abode.

Jessica Friend’s stepmom, Jodi Litchfield, created the gofundme page to “help this family recuperate their losses, get through the holidays, and move forward with their lives.”

While no one was injured in the blaze, Litchfield said the family will be unable to stay in the home for “several months,” including Christ-

mastime. The fire, she said, “caused much damage” to their home and belongings.

“As this was unexpected, they have no money set aside for the cost of renting a new place and replacing clothes, furniture, and other items” that sustained fire, water and smoke damage, she said through a narrative on the gofundme page.

“With multiple kids, this could become quite costly.” Litchfield added.

“We are hoping to raise as much money as possible for this family during this stressful and unforeseen time.”

She also thanked firefighters, whose job that day was rendered even more difficult by icy conditions on Halpin Road.

“It is times like these that make us all realize how fragile life can truly be,” she said.

The gofundme site confirms a fundraising goal of $5,000. As of Friday morning, the site had recorded a total of $2,900 in donations.

Those wishing to contribute should log onto tinyurl.com/ y9c2zz6q.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com

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By JOHN FLOWERS SALISBURY — Salisbury officials are lining up a Town Meeting Day vote that will ask residents to close their local landfill and join the Addison County Solid Waste Management District (ACSWMD) for the town’s future waste disposal and recycling.

Salisbury currently operates the last unlined landfill in the state.

“It’s somewhat of a no-brainer,” Salisbury selectboard Chairman Tom Scanlon of the looming decision.

“There’s a lifespan to a landfill, and ours is the last unlined landfill in the state. I would rather see it close sooner rather than later, so there are no problems with it in the future, which would carry a liability for the residents of the town. It is subsidized by town tax dollars.”

Scanlon believes most Salisbury residents share his opinion that closing the landfill and joining the ACSWMD is the town’s best option.

“Looking at the past discussion, particularly at the last town meeting, there was an overwhelming number of people in favor,” Scanlon said.

The ACSWMD board on Nov. 15 voted to accept Salisbury into the district. That decision will not become official until the closing of the town’s landfill, which in turn hinges on Salisbury residents endorsing that measure at the ballot box in March.

In addition to having access to the ACSWMD’s transfer station off Route 7 South in Middlebury, Salisbury residents would be able to partake in the district’s special programs, including household hazardous waste collections.

While the Salisbury landfill is still operating, a large portion of it has already been closed, Scanlon noted.

The facility recently hosted what could be a final household hazardous waste collection day.

The town of Salisbury already has enough funds in hand to pay the landfill closure, a job that must be done to the specifications of state environmental officials.

Solid waste district Manager Teri Kuczynski said Salisbury residents will be able to take trash to the transfer stage even before the town dump is officially closed.

“Once the draft agreement currently under consideration by the Salis(See Salisbury, Page 3) CORRECTION: An article in the Nov. 26 issue of the Independent stated that Middlebury resident Lou Colasanti sold around 3,000 square feet of land near 51 Seymour St. in order to give Habitat for Humanity the acreage it needed to build two affordable homes at the site. In fact, Mr. Colasanti gave the property to Habitat. We regret the error.

Addison Independent, Monday, December 3, 2018 — PAGE 3

Heavy snow shuts down Bristol-area schools

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS ADDISON COUNTY — Mount Abraham Unified School District schools were closed all day Thursday because of impassable roads and downed power lines. Other county school districts remained open.

Heavy, wet snow over Heavy, the preceding wet snow couple of days over the had caused preceding widespread couple of damage and knocked out days had power to tens caused widespread of thousands of Vermonters. damage and G r e e n knocked Mountain out power P o w e r announced to tens of on Twitter thousands Thursday of morning that Vermonters. it had restored power to more than 86,000 customers statewide but had received 550 additional outage reports overnight. At 10 a.m.

Thursday 102 Vermont towns were still experiencing power outages, affecting more than 15,000 customers.

By the time MAUSD schools would have opened Thursday, 33

Salisbury

THE SWING SET and play structure at Lincoln Community School were quiet on Thursday when school in the 5-towns was closed because heavy snow downed power lines.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

outage incidents still affected a total of 472 customers in Bristol, Lincoln, Monkton and Starksboro (but none in New Haven).

Several 5-Town residents reported harrowing encounters on area roads during the storm.

“Drove into a lowered power line coming home last night,” Meredith McFarland wrote in a public Facebook post early Thursday morning. The Bristol Recreation Department director saw an electric blue flash as the line caught her cargo box and ripped it off her vehicle’s roof, she said.

McFarland pulled over and tried to find the cargo box by the lights of a passing snow plow, but to no avail. She turned around and headed back home to Buel’s Gore, still shaken by the experience.

“Be safe out there!” she wrote.

That night Starksboro opened Robinson Elementary School as an emergency shelter, but no one stayed overnight, according to town emergency coordinator Charlene Phelps, who confirmed Friday that power had been fully restored to the town.

MAUSD schools reopened

Holiday Shop Event – Stuff the Mustang!

G. Stone Motors is teaming up with HOPE to help fill the HOPE Holiday Shop. The HOPE Holiday Shop helps families in need celebrate the holidays.

HOPE is looking for specific donations to fill their Holiday Shop, and they are looking to the community to help fulfill these needs.

HOPE

Food

Items that are being collected are: Donations • Games Welcome *not eligible for • Dolls & Action Figures (min. 10” tall) grand prize • Craft Sets, Art Sets & Science Kits drawing • Lego Sets (min. 200 pcs) • Books • Model Kits and Building Sets • Household items • Toys • Clothing for toddlers to teens • And more!

Donations will be accepted until the grand prize drawing on Friday, December 7.

G. Stone Motors is a Local Toy Drop location, and for every item that you bring in to help us Stuff the Mustang, we will put your name in a drawing to win $250 CASH plus we will make a $250 donation in your name to a charity of your choice!

802-388-6718 • www.gstonemotors.com

Rules: • For every gift you donate to HOPE at the G. Stone Motors location, your name will be put into the drawing for the Grand Prize.

• The gift must be NEW and UNWRAPPED. • Suggested price $10 - $35 per item. Please, no small single items, jewelry, or used items.

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Reach Christopher Ross at christopherr@addisonindependent.com.

(Continued from Page 2) bury selectboard is signed by both the District Board of Supervisors and the Salisbury selectboard,” Kuczynski told the Independent, “the transfer station will accept from the town, and from Salisbury residents and businesses, the items that are accepted from members, upon payment of the tipping and district fees and any other applicable fees then in effect while the town is going through the process of becoming a member of the district.”

Some Salisbury residents might feel a little wistful about closing the “town dump,” which through the years has served as a social hub for folks to chat while getting rid of their refuse.

That tradition will continue, Scanlon stressed, noting a contractor would be selected to receive waste and recyclables from residents — at the same site as the landfill — for delivery to the ACSWMD transfer station.

“That will be our transfer station,” he said. “That will still be the Saturday morning meeting place.”

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Editorials

Multi-use path a win-win

Several area organizations lent their support at last Monday’s Middlebury selectboard meeting to a proposal to build a multi-use gravel pathway from the Middlebury Union Middle School to East Middlebury. The pathway would depart the existing Trail Around Middlebury just south of the high school lacrosse field on Creek Road heading south on that existing gravel road, eventually cutting across to the east side of Route 7 and continuing to Route 125 and East Middlebury sidewalks.

Because it is relatively flat, and the path would be 4-feet wide or so, it would be ideal for family bike outings with smaller children, or walkers out for a stroll along the scenic stretch that runs along the Otter Creek.

Providing a safe pathway for families is one reason for the trail, but it would also provide better commuter access between the two villages via bicycle — at least for five months of the year — and would provide a better route for mountain bikers leaving from Middlebury to access the challenging Moosalamoo Trails at the Oak Ridge Trail Head, just a mile up the road from the Waybury Inn. With mountain biking surging in popularity, along with fat biking in the winter, it’s not far-fetched for Middlebury to consider itself a biking center (it already has terrific road biking) — a win-win for local residents and businesses alike.

The groups appealed to the selectboard to get approval for a grant, which was unanimously approved. Whether the groups earn the grant, which will be very competitive, or not, it’s a proposal that should move forward with opportunities to apply for this grant and others in the future. Furthermore, this is a project whose costs are manageable and the benefits substantial.

These are precisely the types of amenities that attract families and visitors alike. It won’t quite rival Stowe’s bike path or the Burlington Bike Path along Lake Champlain, but it could serve much the same purpose, and with town encouragement it could be a transformative community asset.

Angelo Lynn

Guest editorial

A very wide border

Vermont’s congressional delegation this week released a joint statement expressing concern over upcoming operations with Vermont by the federal Border Patrol. That organization, overseen by Customs and Border Protection, watches over the boundary between Vermont and Canada and, since 1953, has operated up to 100 miles into the interior of the country.

That means every now and agenda we see border checkpoints in strange places — like on 1-91 near Windsor several years ago. These types of interruptions to our lives seem small to most of us, but as cases have wended their ways through legal history, U.S. courts have empowered the Border Patrol to ignore certain constitutional protections.

The Fourth Amendment, for example, (was written to) protect us from abuse of power by the government, requiring specific criteria to be met in order for a government agency to legally search or seize our property. A policeman can’t (just) take your phone for no reasons and start digging around, but at the U.S. border that safety provision doesn’t apply.

Within the interior of the country, Border Patrol agents have more limited powers. However, the American Civil Liberties Unions, which tracks public corruption and abuse of powers, has cataloged a long history of behavior by the Border Patrol that is difficult to square with our rights as guaranteed by the Constitution.

As Vermonters, nearly the entirety of our state lies within that 100-mile zone. From Canada to Massachusetts, Vermont is about 160 miles long. The distance from the New Hampshire coast to our border isn’t quite 70 miles.

That means there is just a small chunk in Vermont’s most southwest corner outside of the Border Patrol’s range.

In their statement, Senators Leahy and Sanders and Rep. Welch wrote, “We believe that inside our country the phrase ‘show me your papers,’ does not belong in the United States of America.” In fact, the sentence sounds like it came directly out of any number of totalitarian regimes, whose influence U.S. citizens have exerted great effort to halt.

T. Calabro, The Herald of Randolph

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PLAYERS WOULD BE hard pressed to sink a shot at this basketball hoop in Lincoln Thursday after a long-lasting storm completely filled it with snow.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

Letters to the Editor Oppose ‘modern conservatism’ and not just Trump Congratulations to not only the Democrats and independents that almost completely swept Addison County in the recent election, and increased their majorities in the Vermont legislature, but to all the folks that came out to vote for the best candidates to take our state forward in addressing some of the critical issues facing us in the coming two years and beyond. Now that the mostly isolated governor shouldn’t be an impediment, the legislature should finally pass a Paid Family Leave Bill, Toxic Chemical

Reform, and a strong Lake and Waterways cleanup bill, hopefully with Scott’s cooperation this time, so that they won’t need to override his obstructionist vetoes.

As for why two of our county’s Republicans that lost their house seats, it’s pretty obvious. First, they either voted against the three state-related issues aforementioned plus others outright, or failed to override the governor’s vetoes.

Second, practically no Republican including these have spoken out about how the current president

and his party has been ruining our country and demeaning our values.

In Max Boot’s 2018 book “The Corrosion of Conservatism” and quoted from a recent New Yorker piece: “’Upon closer examination, it’s obvious that the whole history of modern conservatism is permeated with racism, extremism, conspiracy mongering, ignorance, isolationism, and know-nothingism.

Even those who were not guilty of these sins too often ignored them in the name of unity on the right.’

(See Letter, Page 5)

Addison Independent, Monday, December 3, 2018 — PAGE 5

Letters to the Editor Changing times show need for reasonable gun laws Before my family came to live in Middlebury in 1994, we lived in Pittsburgh for two years. In fact, we lived on a one-way cobble stone road in Squirrel Hill. I have fond memories of living there. The local Elementary and High schools, a sizeable park, and countless businesses were within walking distance of our house. I remember learning to play Street Fighter on an arcade game at one of the local newsstands.

I am a life-long Unitarian Universalist and have Jewish relatives. We had some Jewish neighbors, including a young man a couple years older than me who we befriended. The main friends I remember making in fifth grade were of African American decent.

My family got a membership at the area Jewish Community Center.

I remember my dad teaching my brother and myself how to play racquetball there. I took piano lessons, ran countless laps on the track above the gymnasium court, and partook in my first triathlon there.

Not to mention that we in fact lived in Mr. Rodger’s neighborhood.

Before moving to Pittsburgh, we lived in Castleton, where I attended Castleton Elementary School, which eventually feeds into Fair Haven High School. Had my fate been just a little different, I would currently be an alumnus of Fair Haven and likely feel more affected by their near miss than I already do.

Much of my current concern is for my three children and the

world that they are growing up in.

Even when we lived in Pittsburgh, my parents gave us much more freedom and leeway than I could even fathom my children having.

Once we knew the area, we were allowed to walk several blocks from home without an adult.

Now there is so much fear about abductions, assaults, and other senseless violence that we feel like negligent parents if we leave our children alone outside for any length of time.

When I was young, my father, a Vietnam War Veteran, taught us how to shoot BB and pellet guns. We would watch our hunter neighbors practice their skeet shooting at times. I never once saw the likes of the high power, fast reloading riffles that one hears about nowadays. I have never had a lot of interest in guns, but I respect others’ rights to possess reasonable firearms. I see no reason for members of the civilian majority to have military grade weapons that were in fact designed to kill many people in short order. I fully support sensible gun ownership for safe, recreational use, hunting, and safety purposes.

The proliferation of high capacity weapons since the Automatic Weapons Ban was allowed to expire in 2004, and bloodthirsty video games have strongly contributed to the current perpetual state of emergency and mourning our country finds itself in today. I don’t know many details about Vermont’s

Play equipment for new Midd. park?

A piece of play equipment incorporated into the design of the Triangle Park will encourage young families to spend time right downtown.

Let’s work together as a community to design and fund this together!

Ashley Laux Middlebury

Nation’s current path foreshadowed A cautionary tale: When loss of sleep is the response to a neurotic, amoral, ignorant “leader” of an entire country, that’s a personal problem. When a young mother is assaulted by a neo-Nazi because she’s bi-lingual, the country has a problem. When a neighbor, who escaped Germany in 1938, says the similarities are striking, the planet has a problem. The seeds of Facist-narcissism have taken root. That little dictator possessed a greater capacity for general knowledge, and a similar level of self-adulation. Historically speaking, other countries have been led

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by child-emperors. D. J. Trump is America’s first.

Alexander Lyall Middlebury

new gun laws, but I applaud our legislature for passing something and finally starting the conversation in our state. In my opinion, signing those bills into law was one of the few good things our governor did this last biennium.

If any of those laws prove unacceptable or insufficient, then I strongly encourage our state lawmakers to keep working toward safer and lawful solutions. In addition, all representatives of the American people who hold office in Washington, D.C., should start heeding their constituents and pass strong and meaningful gun restrictions.

The pace at which gun violence is growing in our country, I worry that my grandchildren will grow up in a significantly worse environment than my children or myself have. I attended a school in Pittsburgh that had a security guard because it was in a rough neighborhood. The idea of our small Vermont community schools needing full time security guards and armed teachers at any time should be completely ludicrous. I admit that the larger schools in Vermont may reach the point of needing extra measures of safety.

I just would never have thought it when I was growing up.

Ian Ross Cornwall

Letter (Continued from Page 4) Trump is the movement’s darkest realization, not its betrayal.” So, I guess it’s the Trumpublican Party now.

We need to keep up the pressure against the petty, fascist, wannabe dictator Trump and his crime family, and to call out the constant stream of lies and hate spewing out from Fox “News,” the GOP propaganda network. So really looking forward to the coming year when the U.S. House will start its investigations.

Bruce Acciavatti Middlebury

THANK YOU

To all those who supported the fundraiser for the Police Department’s Mobile Command Post truck November 3rd at Notte Pizza.

A special thanks to Notte Pizza, Danforth Pewter; Deppman Law; IPJ Real Estate; Champlain Valley Equipment; Breadloaf View Farm; Swift House Inn; Vermont Shade and Blind; American Legion Post 28; Frog Hollow Bikes; and all who attended the event.

An example of local businesses re-investing in our community.

We appreciate their support as they appreciate yours.

– Middlebury Police Department

Racial justice film series to screen ‘The Hate U Give’ MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury Showing Up for Racial Justice is continuing the second season of its Seeing Color/ Seeking Justice film series at the Marquis Theater in downtown Middlebury.

“The Hate U Give,” the second film of this year’s series, will be shown on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 4 and 7 p.m. The film stars Amanda Stenberg as Starr Carter, a teenage girl whose childhood best friend is killed by a police officer during a traffic stop. Based on the best selling young adult novel by Angie Thomas, the film opens with Starr remembering the day she and her two brothers got “The Talk” from their dad.

This rite of passage for most young Black Americans is how parents try to give their kids tools for surviving in a predominantly white world, a world that is rife with injustice and jittery police officers.

The SURJ 2018-2019 series, which chooses films that address issues of race, shows films on the second Wednesday of each month for the next 6 months, excluding January. A suggested donation of ten dollars raises funds for a variety of racial justice efforts.

Proceeds from December’s film are going to pay doula fees for a pregnant racial justice activist living in Boston, Mass.

Supporters who attended last month’s film, “Sorry To Bother You,” may notice that the De-

cember film is fundraising for the same beneficiary. “That’s because we have not fully reached our goal from last month,” explains SURJ organizer Joanna Colwell. “Activist Monica Cannon-Grant is having a baby soon, and as a Black woman, she faces a lot of injustice, not only in her daily life, but even in her odds of receiving adequate care during labor and delivery. Middlebury SURJ is joining with Monica’s community to pay for a doula to support her during the birth. The fact that the United States has such terrible disparities between Black and white maternal outcomes is a national travesty and I am ashamed of it.”

Middlebury SURJ hopes that the proceeds from this film, plus additional donations from generous community members, will fund the doula to support the activist while she is in labor and after delivery. A growing evidence base suggests that continuous labor support confers measurable clinical benefits to both mother and baby. To give directly to the doula fund, donors can visit gofundme.com/community-baby-gift-for-monica.

Middlebury SURJ hopes to raise awareness of the many ways racism harms people of all races and ethnicities, and give Addison County residents tools to dismantle white supremacy in themselves and in their family, community, and nation.

PAGE 6 — Addison Independent, Monday, December 3, 2018

ADDISON COUNTY

Obituaries

Mary Patch, 93, Sun City Center, Fla. SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. — Mary VanWyck Patch, 93, passed away Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at South Bay Hospital in Sun City Center, Fla. She was born in Wilmington, Vt., in Oct. 1925, spending her youth there and graduating from Wilmington High. She also graduated from Bates College in Maine and later earned a Masters from Penn State University.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Harold (Dan) Patch; son Steven of Asheville, N.C.; son, Michael of Providence, R.I.; daughter, Alyson of Ashfield, Mass./North Port, Fla.; sister, Alice Williams of Florence, S.C.; seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Mary taught high school math and science for 35 years in Middlebury, Vt., and North Haven, Conn. For 45 years she and her husband were associated with Keewaydin Camps on Lake Dunmore in Salisbury, Vt. They retired to Sun City Center, spending summers in Pittsford, Vt. She enjoyed playing bridge, watching sports and game shows on TV, cross stitching, crossword puzzles,

LAKE WORTH, Fla. — Vincent B. (John) Manning, 82, of Lake Worth, Fla., passed away peacefully on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, with family by his side.

John was born in Middlebury, Vt., on March 27, 1936 and attended schools in Ripton and Middlebury.

He worked his first years in Cornwall Apple Orchard before changing his career to construction. He worked his way up from laborer to Construction Superintendent/Project Manager, working on multi-million dollar projects, high rises and multi-family projects. Many of these projects were for the Seminole Indian Tribe working for his good friend, John Collins.

John was a 32nd degree member of Burlington Valley Masonic Jurisdiction in Burlington, Vt., and the Libanus Lodge 47 in Bristol, Vt. He spent his retirement years in his shop working on old steam engines and anything mechanical. When not in the shop he could be found in the kitchen cooking for family and friends.

He is survived by his wife Charlene (Cooki) of Lake Worth and his children Roger, also of Lake Worth, Laura Reynolds (Dennis) of Penn Yan, N.Y., Scott and fiancée, Carol of Lincoln, Vt., Nancy of Lake Worth, Mark of Tallahassee, Fla., Jaime (Nikki) of Rogersville, Tenn.,

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plus 14 grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren, brother William of Lincoln, Vt., sisters Bernadette, Mary and Elizabeth. He was pre-deceased by his first wife, Barbara Sumner Manning, stepson Gary (Toby) McKee, brothers Peter, Winfield, and Robert and sister Beatrice.

Celebration of life services will be held at a later date in his home state of Vermont.

Memorial donations may be made to the Trustbridge Hospice Foundation of Palm Beach County.

The outstanding staff made it possible to keep him at home with us and we are forever grateful for their care and support.

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Wallace Crowe Jr., 79, Louisville, Ky. MARY VANWYCK PATCH traveling, camping and reading.

Memorial services will be held at a later date at South Shore United Church of Christ in Sun City Center, Fla. Still later her cremated remains will be buried in Evergreen Cemetery in Pittsford, Vt.◊

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Vincent Manning, 82, formerly of Middlebury

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Wallace G. Crowe Jr., 79, passed away Monday, Nov. 19, 2018, at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville, Ky., with his wife and two sons at his side.

He spent many summers on Lake Dunmore at a family camp with his sons and first wife, Christine (Sugermeyer) Crowe, who predeceased him in 1997. He was a graduate of Flaget High School in Louisville, Kentucky Wesleyan College and former member of the North Oldham Lions Club, where he was active in supporting the Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation.

He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years Diana Crowe; sons Wallace G. “Sonny” Crowe III (Barbara) of Atlanta, Ga., George R. “Randy” Crowe (Bonnie) of Bristol, Vt.; stepchildren

Michelle Goodkind, Michael Hardin (Katrina) and Chris Layman all of Louisville; grandchildren Brandon, Emily and Nichole Crowe; step grandchildren Jaclyn McCanless, Madison, Mason and Grace Hardin; step great-grandchild Brooklyn Kelly; Brother Steven Crowe (Miriam) of Jacksonville, Fla., and half brothers Herb Butler (Carrie) of Evansville, Ind., and George Butler of Fort Meyers, Fla. A funeral was held on Saturday, Nov. 24, in Louisville. A celebration of his life with burial in West Cemetery in Middlebury will be held in the spring.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation, 301 East Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40202 or at kylionseye.org/gift-of-sight.◊

WALLACE CROWE JR.

Monkton provides peek at town buildings

Open house to show town hall, library needs

Christmas Cookie Sale Saturday, Dec. 8Sale • 10-2pm & Craft Saturday, 12 • 10-2pm Champlain Dec. Valley Christian School Church St., Vergennes • (802) 349-0229 Champlain Valley Christian School Church St. • Vergennes

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MONKTON — Attention Monkton residents: the town’s Municipal Building Committee wants to hear from you.

The Building Committee has been working for over a year to determine what kind of facility the majority of Monkton residents want and exploring design concepts. The next step is putting out a request for proposals, but the committee wants more feedback on some basic design concepts put together by the committee.

When is the last time you visited

the Russell Memorial Library? Have you ever stopped in at the Town Hall? Now’s your chance.

The committee will host an open house at the Monkton Library and Town Hall this coming Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-noon. There will be opportunities to: • Take a tour of the Town Hall and library.

• Stop by the site for the new Municipal Building.

• Bring your questions, comments and concerns about the building project.

• Talk with neighbors about vision and values before the Building Committee puts together a Request for Proposals (RFP).

• Enjoy hot coffee/tea and refreshments.

All Monkton residents are urged to take a moment to visit the Municipal Building Committee’s webpage at monktonvt.com/boards-andcommittees/municipal-buildingcommittee. There people can see: • Survey results.

• Statement of need.

• Historical proposals.

• Committee minutes.

• A list of committee members.

For those who can’t make it to the open house, the committee still wants to hear from you. Email your comments to building@monktonvt. com.

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BRISTOL FIRE CHIEF Brett LaRose presents a plaque to Lucie and Steve Noble, owners of Desabrais Dry Cleaning, in thanks for their business providing free dry cleaning to the Bristol Fire Department.

Businesses receive recognition

RICHARD RHEAUME, REPRESENTING R&L Rubbish, accepts a plaque with challenge coins, from Bristol Fire Chief Brett LaRose for the work R&L has done to go “above and beyond” for the Bristol Fire Department.

Bristol Fire Dept. honors Desabrais Cleaners, R&L Rubbish

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS BRISTOL — This autumn the Bristol Fire Department recognized a couple of local businesses for their longtime support.

Desabrais Dry Cleaning, owned and operated by Lucie and Steve Noble, and R&L Rubbish, owned and operated by Richard Rheaume and Louis Poirier, have “truly gone above and beyond for the town of Bristol and their fire department,” said Bristol Fire Chief Brett LaRose.

“Desabrais has been providing dry cleaning services at no cost to the department for as long as I can remember,” LaRose explained. “As the department uniform coordinator I can tell you I have personally been working with them for at least the past 10 years keeping the department class-A uniforms in crisp and clean condition.

“R & L Rubbish has been providing rubbish and recycling services to the department since the closure ADDISON COUNTY

“The department moved into the town’s new fire station in 2016 and R&L has been hauling away our waste at no cost to the town since that time.”

— Chief LaRose

of the town’s waste management facilities,” LaRose continued. “The department moved into the town’s new fire station in 2016 and R&L has been hauling away our waste at no cost to the town since that time.”

LaRose awarded each business a “Challenge Coin,” a special memento reserved only for Bristol firefighters,

life and honorary members or individuals or businesses making significant contributions to the department. The coins are embedded in special plaques custom made by Honorary Asst. Chief Peter Coffey, who, in addition to being a member of the Bristol selectboard is also a talented woodworker.

“Over the years many wonderful people and businesses have been and continue to be very generous to the Fire Department,” LaRose said. “Whether it be in the form of a donation or a service, I am always in awe of how generous people can be.

The Fire Department wants to ensure these individuals and businesses receive the recognition they are so deserving of.”

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Two Lincoln natives and graduates of Mount Abraham Union High School received their Associate’s Degrees from Washington County Community College in Calais, Maine, this past May. Jamison A. Bernoudy, received an Associate in Applied Science, with a major in Mechanical Technology and Certificates in Engine Specialist and Heavy Equipment Maintenance. He was awarded the President’s Award for Excellence and was selected to the All-Maine Academic Team.

His friend, Ross P. Norton, also received an Associate in Applied Science, with a major in Mechanical Technology and Certificates in Engine Specialist and Welding Technology. He was also awarded the President’s Award for Excellence and was selected to the All-Maine Academic Team.

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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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Library silent auction in Brandon.

Begins Tuesday, Dec. 4, 8:30 am.-8 p.m., Brandon Free Public Library, 4 Franklin St. View and bid on auction items whenever the Library is open — Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. All sales benefit the Friends of the Library, who provide money for books and other materials and educational programs throughout the year.

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.

Menorah-lighting and Chanukah celebration in Bristol. Tuesday, Dec. 4, 5 p.m., Bristol town green. Come join the celebration of Chanukah with Chabad Middlebury.

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.

Middlebury Afropop Ensemble in Middlebury.

Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 82 Porter Field Rd. Join The Middlebury Afropop Ensemble for an evening of classic and contemporary music from all over Africa. Featuring a mix of songs from Ghana, Mali, South Africa, Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda, Cameroon, and Zimbabwe, Middlebury’s newest music ensemble presents a diverse showcase of hits from the world’s most dynamic continent. Free.

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American Red Cross blood donation in Vergennes. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd. There is an urgent need for blood and platelet donors to give now to ensure blood is available for medical treatments and emergencies during the holiday season. Make an appointment to donate blood or platelets by downloading the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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 original evening length work to be performed and Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at toured in January. Come take a sneak peek at Tiberghien presents a program celebrating the 802-388-2287 to inquire.

“Warrior Work: Show Up. Tell the Truth.” Free.

100th anniversary of the 1918 Armistice, featurToy swap/sale in Lincoln. Wednesday, Dec. 5 ing works composed during every year of the war Christmas decorating contest in Brandon. through Saturday, Dec. 8, Lincoln Library, 222 W. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5 p.m., downtown. Come see — by composers from Poland (Szymanowski), River Rd. Start cleaning out the toy chests. Earn the holiday lights in Brandon. Judges will be on the Russia (Scriabin), Germany (Hindemith), France credits from donated toys to swap for new-to-you streets on starting at 5 p.m.

(Debussy), and England (Bridge) — including a work written for a pianist who lost his arm in battle. Midd Night Stroll in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. toys or you can purchase toys. All proceeds go to Reserved seating. Tickets: $22 Public/$16 Midd ID the Library. Accepting toys in good, working condi6, 5-8 p.m., downtown and the Marble Works. holders/$10 Youth/$6 Midd students. tion, with all pieces present. For very large items, Middlebury businesses will be open late with please contact the library before heading down to sales, specials, pop-ups and lots more. donate. Unable to accept Free gift-wrapping at Community Barn clothes, furniture and gear Ventures and the Hot Cocoa hut serv(such as highchairs, etc.). ing up cocoa and fixings for 25 cents a Swap or donate toys on cup. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 11:30 Magic on Main in Vergennes. a.m.-5:30 p.m. or Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m. Shops up Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 and down and around Main Street p.m. and 3-5 p.m. and will welcome holiday shoppers with receive credits to shop on special discounts, events, demonFriday or Saturday. Cash strations, and more. More info at in your swap ‘credits’ or pay VergennesDowntown.org or on social with cash for new to you toys media @VergennesPartnership. on Friday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-4 MiddMUG meeting in Middlebury. p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 Thursday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m., Community a.m.-1 p.m.

Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main Brandon Town Hall Moonlight St. Join the Middlebury Macintosh Madness in Brandon.

User Group and demonstrate a favorWednesday, Dec. 5, 4-8 p.m., ite iPad or other app. Of special interBrandon Town Hall 1 Conant est are apps that don’t come as stanSq., and businesses around dard equipment but that have been town. Twenty-two vendors up discovered and added to devices. and downstairs in the Brandon Presentation on how to use gmail with Town Hall. Chili and soup the iPhone, including how to delete ison Coun- old emails, to follow. available for sale by Friends Add time Mari from ies Stor ory: IN “SHIPWRECKS AND Hist of Town Hall along with coffee, of the Lake Champlain Maritime Mu- Piano recital in Middlebury. ty,” Arthur Cohn, Director Emeritus tea and hot chocolate. kinds had an outsized role in this Thursday, Dec. 6, 7:15-8:15 p.m., all of s boat seum, will speak on how Moonlight Madness in strial and commercial growth, Community Room, EastView at indu area’s first settlements, in its early Brandon. Wednesday, Dec. ents on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m., at Middlebury, 100 Eastview Ter. Event and in its few local military engagem munity Center, Route 7.

5, 4-9 p.m., downtown. A time Location: Community room, Eastview Com and es the Ferrisburgh Town Offic for shopping local with sales, at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. discounts and specials. Stroll Come hear Diana Fanning’s younger through downtown and drive to students as they perform a variety of piano pieces. the outskirts. Enjoy the sights and sounds and visit Free and open to the public. with friends and neighbors. It is a time to catch a Age Well senior luncheon in “The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury. scrumptious bite to eat or warm up with something Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m., warm to drink. And last but not least, it is a time to Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane support your neighbors and keep it local. stage this play-within-a-play musical show that Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 Moonlight Madness at the Library in Brandon. uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. Meal served at Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4-7 p.m., Brandon Free Public including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony noon of cheese ravioli with meat sauce, parmeLibrary, 4 Franklin St. The Friends of the Brandon accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go san cheese, winter mixed vegetables, biscuit and Free Public Library will be holding a holiday used with the plot. Tickets on sale at townhalltheater.org. fruit yogurt parfait. Bring your own place setting. book sale — an assortment of fiction and non72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle Jazz Showcase in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 fiction for adults, teens, tweens and children as well p.m., Lower Lobby, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 as CDs for sale. Also a special section of holiday Porter Field Rd. A special edition of the Showcase and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may books as well. Stop by, browse, shop and enjoy. featuring a wide array of instrumentalists and singbe provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Moonlight Madness sale and gift wrapping in Toy swap/sale in Lincoln. Thursday, Dec. 6, 10:30 ers creating some great jazz. Come celebrate the music that’s been called America’s National Brandon. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4-8 p.m., Brandon a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 3-5 p.m., Lincoln Library, Treasure. Free and open to the public.

Congregational Church, 1 Carver St. Fellowship Hall 222 W. River Rd. Donate toys and receive credwill be open hosting local artists and crafts people its to shop on Friday or Saturday. More details in “Lungs” on stage in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Hepburn Zoo Theater, Hepburn Hall, selling a number of handmade and seasonal items.

Wednesday, Dec. 5, listing.

Middlebury College. A modern couple explores Brandon Congregational Church in Action will also Senior meal in Bristol. Thursday, Dec. 6, noon, the moral dilemmas of becoming a parent while be providing a custom gift wrapping service. Free First Baptist Church of Bristol, Park St. Menu preserving their own identities and their relationwill donations accepted. Refreshments served. includes roast turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, ship. The play follows the ups and downs of their “Taking Flight” performed in Middlebury. glazed carrots, homemade rolls, cranberry sauce relationship with each other and with parenthood Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4:30 p.m., Dance Theater, and pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting. through discussion of their fears, desires, wants, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Suggested donation $4. To be on the list call Nancy and needs. Tickets $6, available at 802-443-3168 A “lightly produced” showing of dance experiments at 802-453-5276. Come early to meet with friends or middlebuey.edu/arts. by the new batch of choreographers emerging from and make new ones. the Beginning Dance course facilitated by Christal George Matthew Jr. organ recital in Middlebury.

Brown and the Improvisational Practices course, Thursday, Dec. 6, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s facilitated by Lida Winfield, Michael Chorney, and Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. Free.

Deborah Felmeth. Free.

MiddNight at the Teen Center in Middlebury.

Age Well senior luncheon in “The Wyeths: First Family of American Art” in Thursday, Dec. 6, 1-8 p.m., Addison Central Teens, Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m., Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Ilsley 77 Mary Hogan Dr. Teen friendly holiday games VFW, 530 Exchange St. Doors open at 11 Public Library, 75 Main St. Shelburne Museum and snacks. Free. a.m. Entertainment by Sergio. Meal served at noon director Thomas Denenberg discusses the Wyeths Early release day at the Ilsley. Thursday, Dec. of stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes, gravy — N. C. (1882–1945), Andrew (1917–2009), and 6, 1-2:30 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. and carrots. $5 suggested donation. Advanced Jamie (b. 1946) — and offers new perspectives School’s out early. Come to the Library to chat about tickets required — deadline Monday, Dec. 3. Call on these three painters. Parts of the Vermont books, eat snacks, and have fun with Kathryn.

Michelle at 802-377-1419. Bring your own place Humanities Council First Wednesdays series.

Film and Media Culture fall student screening setting. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their Warren Miller’s “Face of Winter” on screen in in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 4 and 7 p.m., spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Town Room 232, Axinn Center, Middlebury College. Join ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. New and veteran the Department of Film and Media Culture for the athletes alike pay tribute to the man who started annual fall showcase of student work produced in Toy swap/sale in Lincoln. Friday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Lincoln Library, 222 W. River Rd. Purchase it all in “Face of Winter,” the 69th installment from Sight and Sound II and 3D Computer Animation. toys donated on Wednesday and Thursday, cash Warren Miller Entertainment (WME). Tickets, $20 Free. in your swap “credits” or pay with cash for new-togeneral admission (includes $2 preservation fee). The Dance Company of Middlebury: In-Progress you toys. All proceeds go to the library. Continues Group tickets available for $17 when purchasing Showing in Middlebury. Thursday, December 6, Saturday.

10 or more tickets (includes $2 preservation fee).

4:30 p.m., Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. The company is teaching Snow Globe craft in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 7, 3:30-4:15 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, and performing in a variety of communities, using Create a miniature winter wonderland. For grades noon-5 p.m. dance as a platform for personal truth–telling and 2 and up.

Cédric Tiberghien, Piano in Middlebury. bridge building. This research will culminate in an Chocolate Walk in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Robison Hall,

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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. Saturday, 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 at BristolVTRec.com.

Deadline to purchase is Monday, Dec. 3.

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.

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.

“Krampusnacht: Stories of Light and Dark for the Winter Solstice” in Rochester. Friday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m., Spice Studio, 482 S. Main St. Bald Mountain Theater presents this one-night event highlighting the dual nature of the season: the long, dark night full of tension and fear and longing, and the glimmering hope of a new day and positive change to come. An eclectic mix of original material and seasonal traditions from around the world.

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-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 on sale at townhalltheater.org.

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Parish Breakfast in Vergennes.

Sunday, Dec. 9, 8-10 a.m., St. Peter’s Parish, 85 South Maple St. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus, come enjoy a delicious breakfast of eggs, omelets to order, hot cakes, French toast, sausage, bacon and more. Bring family and friends Adults $8.50/seniors over 60 $7.50/kids 6-12 $6/children under 6 free/immediate families of five or more $28.

Breakfast With Santa in Bristol. Saturday, Dec. 8, seatings at 8:30, 9:30 and 10: 30 a.m., Holley Hall. Reservations required. 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 802-2732655 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.

Christmas Cookie sale in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Champlain Valley Christian Reformed Church, Church St. Fancy cookies, candies, Dutch goodies and other treats will be sold by the pound. Choose and package your favorites.

Enjoy hot cider and festive music while you shop.

We do the baking for you so you won’t have to.

More info call Martha at 802-349-0229.

Library and Town Hall open house in Monkton.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-noon, 280 Monkton Ridge. Take a tour of the Town Hall and Library.

Stop by the site for the new Municipal Building.

Bring questions, comments and concerns about the building project. Talk with neighbors about vision and values before the Building Committee puts together a Request for Proposals (RFP) Enjoy hot coffee/tea and refreshments.

Toy swap/sale in Lincoln. Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Lincoln Library, 222 W. River Rd. Purchase toys donated on Wednesday and Thursday, cash in your swap “credits” or pay with cash for new-to-you toys. All proceeds go to the library.

Toys for Tots triple feature in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. A showing of three classic holiday specials: “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” and “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer.”

Admission an unwrapped toy or $5 donation for Toys for Tots. One toy donated per family of four/ five. Seating is first come, first serve. Doors open at 9:20 a.m. Concessions, coffee, tea and mimosa will be available for purchase. No outside food or beverages.

Take your picture with Santa Claus in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 1:30-3 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. “Lungs” on stage in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2 and 8 p.m., Hepburn Zoo Theater, Hepburn Hall, Middlebury College. A modern couple explores the moral dilemmas of becoming a parent while preserving their own identities and their relationship. The play follows the ups and downs of their relationship with each other and with parenthood through discussion of their fears, desires, wants, and needs. Tickets $6, available at 802-443-3168 or middlebuey.edu/arts.

Sister to Sister in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m., Chellis House, 56 Hillcrest Rd. Middlebury College’s Sister-to-Sister Program invites all middle school girls to create a ginger bread village with them. Free. Tasty snacks provided. More info and to sign up contact Karin Hanta at 802-443-5937 or khanta@middlebury.edu.

Chicken and biscuit supper in Vergennes.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 5-6:30 p.m., Vergennes United Methodist Church, Main St. across from the Opera House. Menu includes chicken and biscuits, stuffing, vegetable, roll, and dessert. Adults $9/children $5. Served buffet style. Takeout available. More info at 802-877-3150.

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. *CANCELLED* Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Hot Box Honey performs in Lincoln. Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall 52 River Rd. The latest installment of the Burnham Music Series. Tickets $10 adults/teens and kids are free. Refreshments will be served.

“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, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets on sale at townhalltheater.org.

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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snowshoe in Charlotte. Sunday, Dec. 9, Mt. Philo. An easy-moderate 2-mile hike round-trip.

Elevation gain 636 feet with beautiful views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks.

If the trail is too icy, we’ll hike the road. Call leader B. Ellis for details at 802-388-0936.

More activities at gmcbreadloaf.org.

Champlain Valley Fiddlers Christmas party in Middlebury.

Sunday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Middlebury. Jam session begins at 11 a.m. with Christmas dinner at noon.

Must have tickets is advance for the dinner, $3 donation for fiddling.

All fiddlers welcome.

Come and enjoy holiday fun, music and dancing.

“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-withina-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 on sale at townhalltheater.org.

Amaryllis in Lincoln. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m., United Church of Lincoln, 23 Quaker St. In “There Is A Rose: A Capella Christmas Songs and Motets from the 15th & 16th Centuries,” Susanne Peck will lead Amaryllis, the 16-voice a capella ensemble in a performance of Magnificat by Franco-Flemish composer Pierre de la Rue (14601518), motets by Byrd, Guerrero and Palestrina, as well as carol favorites by Praetorius, Jacob Handl and others. Suggested donation $15 at the door.

More info at amaryllisvt.org, Speck@middlebury. edu or 802-453-3513.

Mission concert in Vergennes. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church, 30 Water St. Help raise money to help neighbors in need. Performers include: Barry King, Windsong Woodwind Quartet, Clare Innes and members of the Vermont Ukulele society, Honey in the Hive, African American spirituals by Bill Ellis and Julie Coffey and jazzy pianist Chris Wyckoff. A reception with free light refreshments follows the event.

Admission by free will offering. All proceeds go to support the local food shelf and assistance with medical, heating, and transportation needs.

“Shipwrecks and History: Stories from Maritime Addison County” in Ferrisburgh. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Offices and Community Center, Route 7. Arthur Cohn, Director Emeritus of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, will speak on how boats of all kinds had an outsized role in this area’s first settlements, in its early industrial and commercial growth, and in its few local military engagements. Accessible to all. Refreshments served. More info contact Silas at 802-425-3380.

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.

Free community dinner in Bristol. Sunday, Dec. 9, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. Menu includes baked ziti, garlic bread, garden salad and desert. All are welcome.

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Santa is being kept very busy in Addison County this month, with appearances in Brandon, Bristol, Middlebury, New Haven and Vergennes. Give him your list, get a selfie with him, or just chat about holiday generosity. See the Community Calendar listings to find out when he is in your town.

Independent file photo/Trent Campbell

LIVEMUSIC Middlebury Afropop Ensemble in Middlebury.

Tuesday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Cédric Tiberghien in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

George Matthew Jr. organ recital in Middlebury.

Thursday, Dec. 6, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

Piano recital in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 7:158:15 p.m., EastView at Middlebury Jazz Showcase in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Broadway Direct in Vergennes. Friday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m., Vergennes Opera House.

Rupert Wates in Brandon. *CANCELLED* Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music Hot Box Honey in Lincoln. Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall.

Amaryllis in Lincoln. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m., United Church of Lincoln.

Mission concert in Vergennes. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church.

Amaryllis in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

Blues Jam in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m., Sister Wicked.

Mt. Abraham Music Concert in Bristol. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 7-9 p.m., Mt. Abraham Union High School.

Addison County Gospel Choir in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol.

Sadie Brightman in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 16, 3-4 p.m., EastView at Middlebury.

Go online to see a full listing of ONGOINGEVENTS

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Concert to honor 100th anniversary of WWI

By GREG PAHL on Route 30 or in the Arts Center Acclaimed French pianist Cédric parking lot.

Tiberghien will give a grand WARREN MILLER’S “FACE performance honoring the 100th OF WINTER” AT THT anniversary of the 1918 World Winter is just around the corner, War I Armistice on Wednesday, and Warren Miller Entertainment Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m., in Robison (WME) is ready to kick off the Hall at Middlebury College’s season with its 69th installment Mahaney Center for the Arts. His ski and snowboard film, “Face of concert program will feature works Winter,” at Town Hall Theater in composed during every year of the Middlebury on Tuesday, Dec. 4, and war, by composers from Poland Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m.

(Szymanowski), Russia The late, great Warren (Scriabin), Germany Miller built his legacy (Hindemith), France capturing the essence of (Debussy), and England winter magic, and today (Bridge), including an that legacy launches extraordinary work for the start of the ski and left hand written for a snowboard season every pianist who lost his arm

by Greg Pahl year. The 69th feature in battle. film, celebrates the man Tiberghien has who became known as established a truly international the face of winter throughout the career. He has been particularly industry, and the places and people applauded for his versatility, as he influenced along the way. demonstrated by wide-ranging This year, new and veteran athletes repertoire, interesting programming come together to pay tribute to the and dynamic chamber music man who started it all, including partnerships. His performances this Jonny Moseley, Marcus Caston, season include appearances at the Seth Wescott, Forrest Jillson, Kaylin London Symphony, the Rotterdam Richardson, Dash Longe, Anna Philharmonic and an extensive tour Segal, Michael “Bird” Shaffer, and to Japan and Korea. featured athletes of the U.S. Cross A dedicated chamber musician, Country Ski Team, including gold Tiberghien’s regular partners medalist, Jessie Diggins. Watch as include Russian violinist and they visit some of Warren’s favorite Performing Arts Series alumna Alina places from Engleberg to Chamonix, Ibragimova, violist Antoine Tamestit, British Columbia to Alaska, Chile, and baritone Stéphane Degout. Iceland New Zealand and more.

His passion for chamber music is All fans, young and old, are reflected in numerous recordings invited to come together and carry — his discography with Ibragimova on the tradition of the official kickoff includes complete cycles of music to winter during the 2018 national

by Schubert, Szymanowski, and tour. Film attendees will enjoy lift Mozart (Hyperion) and a Beethoven ticket and gear savings from Warren Sonata cycle (Wigmore Live).

Miller resort, retail, and other brand Reserved seating tickets are $22 partners. All moviegoers will be for adults; $16 for Middlebury entered to win nightly prizes like College faculty, staff, emeriti, and swag and ski vacations. Doors open alumni; $10 for youth; and $6 for at 6:30 p.m. House opens at 7 p.m.

Middlebury College students; and Tickets are $20 and may be are on sale at 802-443-6433 or purchased at townhalltheater.org, middlebury.edu/arts/tickets.

The by calling 802-382-9222, at the Mahaney Center is located at 72 THT box office Monday-Saturday, Porter Field Road in Middlebury, noon to 5 p.m., or at the door one just off South Main Street (Route hour before show time. THT is 30). Parking is available curbside located at 68 South Pleasant Street

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PIANIST CÉDRIC TIBERGHIEN will honor the 100th anniversary of the WWI Armistice by playing works that were composed during the war on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m. The concert takes place in Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd., Middlebury.

Photo courtesy Mahaney Center for the Arts

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE’S JAZZ Showcase will take place in the lower lobby of the Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Road in Middlebury, on Thursday, Dec. 6, at 8 p.m.

Photo courtesy Mahaney Center for the Arts

in Middlebury.

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE AT THT “The Drowsy Chaperone,” the funniest musical of the last 20

years, continues The script sat on the producer’s desk for months because he couldn’t believe a musical with a title like “The Drowsy Chaperone” could be

THE GLENN MILLER Orchestra will swing into Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St., on Monday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m., with classic Miller tunes and some holiday fare.

Photo courtesy Town Hall Theater

any good. Luckily, he finally read it because the musical went on to win five Tony awards in 2006, including Best Book and Best Score, and has convulsed audiences across the country ever since.

The show begins when the Man in Chair — a cranky, neurotic recluse who escapes from the stress of modern life by listening to Broadway cast albums — invites us to listen to his favorite show with him. Although he’s never seen “The Drowsy Chaperone,” he knows it by heart and recreates for us what it must have been like to be in the 1928 opening night audience.

When he puts the needle on the record, the stage fills with the cast and chorus of the opening number and soon we’re in the middle of a hilarious parody of a 1920s musical, one constantly interrupted by the Man in Chair who fills us in about the stars, their secrets, their feuds and their fates. “The Drowsy Chaperone” is a sure-fire evening of laughs and music.

(See Arts Beat, Page 11)

Addison Independent, Monday, December 3, 2018 — PAGE 11

Cosmic Forecast MIDDLEBURY COMMUNITY PLAYERS continue their run of the the comedy “The Drowsy Chaperone” at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6, at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater, at 68 S. Pleasant St. The production will repeat on Friday, Dec. 7, and Saturday, Dec. 8, at 8 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m.

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) Tickets are $15 for the Thursday shows, $23 ($18 for students with ID) for all other performances, and can be purchased at the THT box office, 802-382-9222, or online at townhalltheater.org.

BROADWAY DIRECT AT VOH Bill Carmichael is pulling together the annual Broadway Direct show at the Vergennes Opera House, marking his 13th year doing so. The production will take place on Friday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m., with the doors, and the cash bar, opening at 6:45 p.m. for general seating.

This year, Carmichael, a Broadway professional actor who has called Vergennes home for more than 15 years, has called on two of his Broadway buddies, Anastasia Barzee and Joseph Dellger to join him on stage.

The group will be performing some of their own favorites from Broadway productions such as “My Fair Lady,” “Ragtime,” “Mamma Mia,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “Into the Woods,” “Miss Saigon” and many, many more. The evening’s accompanist will once again be Scott Nicholas with additional music provided by Justin Rose on upright bass.

As in years past, several local

high school students will be joining the pros on stage. The students are Maddy Smith, Sydney Tarte, and Caitlin Walsh. All three students are seniors at Vergennes Union High School.

Tickets are available online in advance at vergennesoperahouse.org and are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors (65+), and $5 for students 18 and younger. Tickets are also available in advance at Lulu’s Ice Cream, 185 Main Street in Vergennes and at the door. The Vergennes Opera House is located at 120 Main Street (Route 22 A) in Vergennes. For more information visit the VOH website or call 802-877-6737.

HOT BOX HONEY IN LINCOLN Hot Box Honey will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8, for the Burnham Music Series, at Burnham Hall, 52 River Road in Lincoln.

Hot Box Honey is led by vocalist Jane Evans and guitarist Greg Evans.

Their original music is layered with infectious grooves rooted in Latin, swing, and soul rhythms. They have been performing around the region for the past seven years at numerous venues and festivals. Hot Box Honey presented their debut recording project, “Flight of the Raven,” in (See Beat, Page 13)

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Beat (Continued from Page 11) 2015. The eclectic mix of songs has been well received.

Seven Days says “…a group that serves up a delectably groovy, jazzinflected mix of lounge, hot jazz, swing and exotica made for shaking dance floors.” Look for the group to release a new album in 2019, along with presenting a series of shows to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Woodstock festival.

Admission is $10 adults, teens and kids get in free. Refreshments will be served.

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA BRINGS THE CHRISTMAS MOOD TO THT The world-famous Glenn Miller

Orchestra will bring their classic, big-band hits as well as several holiday favorites to Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater next Monday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m.

First formed in 1937 by Glenn Miller, the orchestra continues to thrill crowds worldwide, playing almost 300 shows per year in front of more than 500,000 people annually. With a repertoire of more than 1,700 compositions, the Glenn Miller Orchestra’s list of favorites include “Moonlight Serenade,” “In The Mood,” “Tuxedo Junction,” “St. Louis Blues March,” “Sunrise Serenade,” “Little Brown Jug” and “Rhapsody in Blue.” The Glenn Miller Orchestra has been led by

music director and vocalist Nick Hilscher since January 2012.

Tickets are $40 and may be purchased at townhalltheater.org, by calling 802-382-9222, at the THT box office Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., or at the door one hour before show time. Town Hall Theater is located at 68 South Pleasant Street in Middlebury.

DANCE EXPERIMENTS AT COLLEGE A dance performance, “Taking Flight,” will be given at 4:30

p.m. on Wednesday, Dec, 5, in the dance theater at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Center for the Arts.

This “lightly produced” showing of dance experiments by a new batch of choreographers has emerged from the beginning course facilitated by Christal Brown and the improvisational practices course, facilitated by Lida Winfield, Michael Chorney and Deborah Felmeth. It’s free, and the public is welcome.

JAZZ SHOWCASE AT COLLEGE There will be a Jazz Showcase on Thursday, Dec. 6, at 8 p.m. in the lower lobby at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Center for the Arts. This special edition of the Showcase features a wide array of instrumentalists and singers creating some great jazz. It’s a celebration of the music that’s been called America’s National Treasure. The performance is free and the public is invited.

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The soul of a dead woodsman

By ROSS CARON The sound of a gray jay (Perisoreus canadensis) evokes an image of the North Woods — dark green spruce trees, spire-like balsam fir, and barebranched tamaracks silhouetted against a raw, slate-colored sky; the smell of wood smoke in the air and a dusting of fresh snow on the ground. I see these birds occasionally around our cabin in northern New Hampshire and on hikes at higher elevations in the White Mountains.

They’ve always had an air of mystery about them.

The bird is often heard before it’s seen. The gray jay has a number of calls, whistles, and imitations in his repertoire — many are harsh sounding, and I have witnessed gray jays mimic the scream of the blue jay. My favorite call, though, is what some ornithologists refer to as “the whisper song.” This is a soft, warbling chatter that can sound either cheerful or melancholy — depending, I suppose, on the mood of the listener. Not long after hearing the whisper song, a group of birds will suddenly appear, silently swooping and gliding from branch to branch.

The gray jay is a bird of many names. One of the most common — and the oldest — is “whisky jack,” an anglicized spelling of Wisakedjak, a mythological troublemaker in Cree lore. Other names include Canada jay, whisky john, moosebird, caribou bird, camp robber, corberie, and my personal favorite — “gorby,” or “gorbey.” Gorby is thought to be derived from the Scots-Irish gorb, meaning “glutton” or “greedy animal,” with the name likely having spread to Maine via New Brunswick woodsmen in the 1800s.

Gorbies are intelligent and inquisitive birds whose far southern range just touches parts of northern Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and areas of the Adirondacks. They live an average of eight years, but the oldest on record was banded in 1985 and recaptured and released in 2002. A pair mates for life and will hold and defend a permanent territory year round.

They breed in late winter, and the male selects a nesting site, usually on the south side of a mature conifer.

The female completes the wellinsulated nest and lays a clutch of two to five light-green, speckled eggs in mid- to late March. She incubates the eggs for 18–22 days, and during this time, she rarely leaves the nest.

The hatchlings are born helpless and without feathers into this harsh environment, but they grow quickly and are soon flying. Unattached juveniles from the previous year are kept away from the nest initially but help with the feeding of the young as they grow.

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Invertebrates, eggs, small mammals, carrion, fungi, fruits and seeds are all on the menu. One was observed perched on a moose feeding on blood-filled winter ticks.

Gorbies are hoarders and cache large quantities of food in bark crevices to be eaten throughout the long winter. The birds are easily tamed and will learn to associate humans with food, going so far as to take food out of the hand or out of a camp.

Because of the bird’s tame nature, there’s a lot of folklore associated with them. Edward Ives, in “The Journal of American Folklore,” 1961, relates that it was often thought that a gorby was the soul of a dead woodsman.

It was also widely believed that any harm done to a gorby was done to the man who dared to harm the bird.

Ives records a story that a woodsman kicked a bird that was attempting to steal his lunch, and in so doing, he broke the bird’s leg. The next day, the logger had his own leg broken when he caught his foot in the trace chain of a scoot.

The legend of the bird’s gluttony has also been embellished by folklore. One tale describes a logging camp cook’s tossing out a pile of stale donuts. A gorby quickly swept down, inserted his left foot into one donut and his right foot into another and, taking a third into his beak, flew off to a nearby perch with his treasure.

One place I almost always see gorbies is on the summit of Mt. Waumbek in Jefferson, N.H. Here, they are used to people, and will gather round while hikers take a break to eat a snack. If a person holds out a hand with a peanut or raisin on it, a gorby is likely to swoop down and take it. Each bird seems to have its own personality. Some are bold and aggressive, others more shy and reserved. It’s exciting to have one perch on my hand and feel his toes firmly grip my skin and the quick, strong peck as his beak grabs the treat. As he looks up at me with dark intelligent eyes, it’s easy enough to believe that he might just be the soul of an old woodsman.

Ross Caron lives in northern New Hampshire and works as a procurement forester. The illustration for this column was drawn by Adelaide Tyrol. The Outside Story is assigned and edited by “Northern Woodlands” magazine: northernwoodlands. org, and sponsored by the Wellborn Ecology Fund of New Hampshire Charitable Foundation: wellborn@ nhcf.org.

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Winter in November

JEFF BERCUVITZ PICKS up his snowshoes after sweeping off his truck in Lincoln Thursday afternoon.

Surprised by the amount of snow, he arrived in town the night before after two weeks away only to find the temperature in his West Hill house just below freezing.

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Middlebury (Continued from Page 1) Cross Street Bridge fund to offset the proposed $286,119 bump in capital improvement expenses. That would whittle the municipal tax rate increase to 4 cents on the tax rate, though the selectboard will likely shave the bottom line further by the time it OKs a draft spending plan for local voters to field at their annual town meeting in March.

“It’s going to be tight this year,” Ramsay said of the budget.

Middlebury’s current municipal

tax rate stands at 98.36 cents per $100 in property value, which represented a bump of four-tenths of a penny over the prior year’s rate.

A penny on the Middlebury tax rate raises roughly $75,000.

Ramsay on Nov. 27 presented the selectboard with a list of “major drivers” for the fiscal year 2020 municipal budget, which will cover town-related expenses from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2020.

Those drivers include: • An anticipated $90,000 increase

in employee wages.

• A $60,000 hike in employee benefits.

Both the wages and benefits increases are governed by a negotiated contract.

• $69,500 each for two newly proposed jobs: An accounting/grants administration post, and an assistant librarian assigned to circulation and customer service for the adult collection.

• $8,000 to upgrade Middlebury Community Television video

equipment in the municipal Townspeople in 2008 approved a building’s large conference room.

1-percent local option tax on sales, • A $5,730 increase in property rooms, meals and alcohol as a means and casualty insurance. of covering the community’s annual • The proposed $296,119 increase share of $600,000 in debt service in spending on capital improvements (over 30 years) and maintenance to town roads, bridges, culverts, for the $16 million Cross Street sidewalks and public works facilities. Bridge project. Middlebury College Ramsay said the biggest ticket is covering an equal share of the items reflected in the $296,119 debt load for the span, which was increase include: completed in 2010.

• $85,000 for preliminary Middlebury’s local option tax designs on the proposed reuse of revenues are consistently outpacing several outbuildings at the former debt and maintenance needs for wastewater treatment bridge, and the surplus plant off Seymour Street. Middlebury’s (barring a major As previously reported recession) will only grow current by the Independent, as more of the project those buildings are municipal tax debt is retired, officials deteriorating and have rate stands at said. The Cross Street been relegated to 98.36 cents Bridge fund currently storage, largely for the per $100 contains around $2 police and public works in property million. departments.

The town has already • $50,000 to plan for value, which set a precedent for using improvements to the represented surplus Cross Street intersection of Court and a bump of Bridge fund revenues Monroe streets. to bankroll capital four-tenths • $20,000 to plan for of a penny improvement costs. significant upgrades to Voters last year agreed to over the prior apply $57,484 in surplus storm water and sewer infrastructure on Middle year’s rate. to pay for a corresponding Seymour and Maple jump in fiscal year 2019 streets. capital improvements.

• $45,000 to replace the cover on Residents will have plenty of the town’s salt storage building. opportunities to weigh in on the • $25,000 for a study of whether budget before it’s decided at town the Middlebury public works meeting. building off Route 7 South can be The selectboard will focus expanded at its present location. exclusively on the spending plan at • $50,000 for engineering on an a special meeting on Tuesday, Dec. upcoming culvert project on Cady 18. More feedback will be sought at Road. a formal budget hearing on Tuesday, Ramsay noted there’s plenty of Jan. 8. Officials will finalize the surplus money in the Cross Street spending plan on Tuesday, Jan. 22.

Bridge fund to pay for the increased Reporter John Flowers is at capital improvement expenses. johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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City recreation (Continued from Page 1) improve recreation offerings in Vergennes, listed obtaining a grant to fund that work as its first of a number of goals it shared with the council.

Recreation committee chairman Tim Cook recommended to the council at its Nov. 27 meeting that it pursue a grant from a new program founded by Gov. Phil Scott to support that work, but also said the application was due by Dec. 18.

Council members and City Manager Matt Chabot were not sure the city could complete an application before that deadline.

“We don’t have a proficient grant writer in our toolbox right now,” Chabot said.

Council members Lynn Donnelly and Jeff Fritz suggested the council formally support making that application. Fritz made that motion, which the rest of the council then supported unanimously. Aldermen agreed to pursue leads.

The other catch with that grant, Cook said, is that the application for it has to demonstrate its award would support the local economy.

But Cook and others noted that Vergennes Champs’ home swim meets boost some businesses’ bottom lines, and a grant application could quantify those meets’ impact.

Committee meeting minutes also cited revenue from pool passes and swim lessons.

Committee and council members agreed the city could pursue other grants to fund work at the pool if this particular grant didn’t pan out.

Cook and the council only briefly discussed and made no real comment on another major recreation committee goal, finding a city employee to organize and oversee programming.

But minutes of the committee’s Nov. 14 meeting showed the group — and Chabot — took seriously the issue of hiring at least a part-time, part-year employee.

According to the minutes, Chabot suggested a grant “include hiring an events coordinator, p/t winter, full time summer.” The committee also debated whether the city “would need to hire someone by May 1 for summer programming” or to “figure out programs,” or whether

the city could “hire a consultant to figure out what the programs should be.”

The recreation committee also wondered if it should take a handson, rather than just an advisory role, according to the Nov. 14 minutes: “This committee could be (an) ‘events coordinator’ just to try things out. There have been activities in Vergennes that have not been run by Vergennes and that might be a model.”

In the committee’s list of goals, Cook also told the council on Nov. 27 the committee recommends more work to the recreation area off East Street, near Vergennes Union Elementary School, with a specific focus on resurfacing the skating rink (Cook suggested at least “a temporary fix” in 2019) and repairs and upgrades to the skate park.

In the Nov. 14 minutes, the committee noted that city officials “promised that the skate park would have some work done to it.”

The Nov. 14 recreation committee minutes listed a number of other targets: • “Organize work party to put new roofs on the skate park and pool house — Summer 2019.”

• “Organize Work party for painting for buildings” at Veterans Park, as the East Street recreation area is technically known.

• “Identify recreational opportunities and job responsibilities for a city employee to be hired.”

• “Investigate plan and opportunities for bike paths … maybe routes that connect parks in city, or wayfinding for bike tourists, make a map of ‘loops’ for local pedestrian/ bikers.”

• “Work with Basin Committee to establish a dog park.”

• “Start working towards opening city right of way from outdoor classroom to New Haven Rd.” Cook told the council that a new path from New Haven Road would not only open up that wooded area, south of both VUES and Vergennes Union High School, for public use, but also make it less prone to be used for undesirable activity.

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Mt. Abe senior leads Independent field hockey squad Successful Eagle, Otter teams well-represented

By ANDY KIRKALDY ADDISON COUNTY — If a movie director pitched a script in which an all-star team leader capped a senior season with a hat trick in the championship game — and the third goal was the double-overtime game-winner — a studio head might reject the concept for not being believable.

But that’s just what happened on the University of Vermont’s Moulton-Wynder field back on Nov. 3.

And accomplishing that feat is one reason that Mount Abraham Union High School’s Jalen Cook earned another title: Addison Independent Player of the Year.

Cook was one of a talented group that helped Coach Mary Stetson’s Eagles to an 113-3 record and the Division II championship, the program’s eighth since 2000. Four more Eagles join Cook on the 2018 Addison Independent Field Hockey All-Star Team.

There was not much of a drop-off in quality this fall from Mount Abe to Coach Stacey Edmunds’ young 10-6 Otter Valley team, which played the Eagles tough in a 2-1 D-II semifinal setback. Four Otters are honored here.

Coach Chelsey Giuliani’s Middlebury team won just twice, one more victory than a year ago, but took a step forward in its quality of play. The Tigers won a D-II playoff game and then acquitted themselves well in a 2-0 quarterfinal loss to the Eagles. Two Tigers made the Independent team.

Selections were made based on observation, statistics and consultation with the coaches.

Congratulations to the following: JALEN COOK, MT. ABE SENIOR, PLAYER OF THE YEAR. Notes: Fast, tall and skilled athlete who broke through for 14 goals and three assists this fall, scoring five goals (yes, including all three in Mount Abe’s 3-2 win in the final) and two assists to figure in all seven Eagle postseason tallies …

Unselfish four-year starter at forward, hard worker, team leader COOK and captain, and excellent defender with an uncanny knack of using her long reach to win loose balls and poke the ball away from opponents.

Stetson’s Quotes: “She makes everybody around her better … She doesn’t want to lose, so that’s contagious … She was never worried about her own personal stats … I don’t think it’s ever about Jalen … Every time she stepped out there she was the kind of person who said, ‘I can do this better’ … She was flanked by two freshmen, and that forward line became very volatile. They all looked to her to lead … She played end line to end line, and she convinced everyone they needed to … To cap her career the way she did was awesome.”

MOUNT ABE SENIOR Jalen Cook, seen here carrying the ball up the field vs. Middlebury, is the 2018 Independent Field Hockey Player of the Year. Cook helped the Eagles win the Division II title, including by scoring a hat trick in the championship game.

Photo by Mark Bouvier

ALIA EDMUNDS, OV JUNIOR. Notes: Talented go-to center forward who led all local players in points with 19 goals and five assists … Almost certainly the most skilled local player with excellent ballhandling ability, field vision and a wicked shot … Has racked up 35 goals and 12 assists the past two seasons and figured in 24 of OV’s 57 goals this fall.

Coach Edmunds’ EDMUNDS Quotes: “She continues to develop her stickhandling … She’s working to be better and develop new skills … Alia did a nice job demonstrating her confidence in (her younger teammates). She was never afraid to give up the ball in the circle … I like the fact she is selfless like that, but when she does have the opportunity she’s not afraid to put it on goal … She certainly has strong defensive skills as well.”

CHESSLEY JACKMAN, MT. ABE SENIOR. Notes: Three-year starter in goal for the Eagles whose communication skills for the second straight year helped organize a rebuilt back line that allowed 18 goals overall, 16 with her in net … Tall, mobile goalie with excellent cage coverage and ball control … Racked up 18 saves in 2-2 tie vs. CVU … Overall was credited with 120 saves and allowed 16 goals … Twin-State team selection.

Stetson’s Quotes: “Chessley’s ability to make them (the new defenders) feel comfortable was amazing … She has the ability to stop (hard shots), but also play them to a space where they will not become dangerous … She really takes care of the ball … Her ability to have vision JACKMAN and really be the captain back there in terms of who do you mark, that’s tough stuff when you’re also worried about stopping the ball …

That’s why we were really strong back there.”

EVAN LAURENT, MT. ABE SENIOR. Notes: Quick and savvy offensive central midfielder who played a major role in the Eagle attack with a team-high eight assists, and chipped in with two goals … Converted forward whose skills, stamina and game sense translated well into her expanded role … Also played well defensively, often helping bottle teams up in their own end by anticipating and breaking up clearing attempts … Twin-State team selection.

Stetson’s Quotes: LAURENT

“She was the one who had to make the biggest adjustment of all the kids … She knew she could help the team more by being the central midfielder … She controlled the top of the circle and was relentless at keeping the ball in play so we were able to score … She distributed the ball well … She gave us great vision … Her stamina is pretty amazing, because her speed never varies … They never got a chance to start an attack because she would step out to the ball.”

SOPHIE MARKOWSKI, OV SENIOR. Notes: Playmaker who led all local players with nine assists and added four goals …

Started at center mid and then moved to center forward to team with Edmunds and give OV a 1-2 punch in the middle … Smart player who used her excellent field vision to set up the attack and to read opponents plays and step up defensively …

Has a good first step and solid stick skills.

Edmunds’ Quotes: “She sees the field very well … We felt we MARKOWSKI needed someone with more experience on the front line in the middle … She anticipates where the ball needs to go. She anticipates where it’s coming from, where she needs to be defensively, and where she needs to be offensively … She’s really committed to the (See All stars, Page 19)

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All stars (Continued from Page 18) team … She’s just a super dependable player for us.”

CASONDRA DYKSTRA, MT. ABE SENIOR. Notes: Moved this fall from flank midfield to defensive central midfield and excelled as part of the Eagles’ rebuilt defense … Tireless and speedy and played both ends of the field, contributing two goals and three assists … Skilled player who did good work triggering the Eagle transition game with good passing, often switching the point of attack … Twin-State team selection.

Stetson’s Quotes: “Casondra was very strong at making a pretty new defense comfortable … She stopped a lot of play. She has realDYKSTRA ly solid block-tackling skills … She’s fearless. She stepped to the ball well before someone could get a quick shot off … Her ability to mark some dangerous scorers in the league and in the playoffs really served us well … Defensively she shut people down … One thing she did well was carry the ball …

This year her stick work matched her speed.”

MAIZY SHEPARD, MT. ABE JUNIOR. Notes: Poised first-year starter at center back who helped anchor a defense that allowed 18 goals in 17 games and posted nine shutouts while playing 10 D-I foes … Made five defensive saves, three in the playoffs, two with a high degree of difficulty vs. OV in the semifinal, and made other key plays in the back in the postseason … Good passer and smart decision-maker with the ball, and solid block-tackler.

Stetson’s Quotes: “Maizy stepped into a huge role … She had two huge stuffs at the 16 in the Otter Valley game … Her ability to step to the ball and execute a nice block tackle just became stronger and stronger … She had very good, strong 16-yard hits coming out … She got the ball SHEPARD away from vulnerable places, made sure it was cleared wide … She marked the player that was most dangerous and made sure she didn’t receive the ball.”

MORGAN LaPORTE, OV JUNIOR. Notes: Clever scorer, mostly at right wing, whose 13 goals — third locally — came mostly from smart positioning and good stickwork finishing plays at the post … Improved her skill scoring and carrying the ball and serving from the flank this season, adding one assist … Handled insertions on penalty corners for most of the fall.

Edmunds’ Quotes: “She developed from last year … She stepped up in terms of creating that forward movement, that forward momentum … She was LaPORTE much more consistent this year on getting her stick on that ball when it was coming at her at post … She was being more mindful about her positioning, and she was able to execute from

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the post … She’s willing to work … She was a presence for us.”

MAEVE HAMMEL, MUHS JUNIOR. Notes: Fit, quick and skilled left wing who scored five of the Tigers’ eight goals this fall … Smart player who is poised in the circle and knows how to finish … Has the skills and speed to take defenders on one-v-one in space on the wing, and a good passer who helped the Tigers in transition.

Giuliani’s Quotes: “She’s often exactly where she needs to be in goal-scoring scenarios … She has a really good amount of composure in front HAMMEL of net, and in general, as well … She has a really great ability to work the left side … Her positioning is strong across the board … She’s often out on the side exactly where we need her to establish some give-and-go and transition opportunities …

She has strong stick skills. She has great handeye coordination.”

BELLA FALCO, OV JUNIOR. Notes: Moved in from flank midfield and took over at center middie when Markowski moved forward, and OV didn’t skip a beat … Smart, skilled and fast player whose defensive work, positional sense, ball movement and leadership was vital to the FALCO young OV midfield …

Contributed two goals and an assist.

Edmunds’ Quotes: “Bella’s quick. She’s one of the quickest players we have on the team …

She was willing to go back and hustle after the ball … She knows where people are and she can rotate and adjust responsibly so we don’t have holes in our coverage … Having her pick up that responsibility (at center mid) was critical … She had at times freshmen playing on both sides of her, and she was able to work with them in a way that allowed them to play to the best of their ability.”

GRACE WIDELITZ, MUHS SENIOR. Notes: Skilled, smart player with good field vision who helped set up many chances as a forward playing in a transitional position … Assisted two goals, a total that certainly would have been greater on a different team, and scored the insurance goal in the Tigers’ 2-0 playoff victory … Team leader who helped the Tigers maintain an upbeat outlook despite adversity … Twin-State team selection.

Giuliani’s Quotes: “The first thing that makes her a good field hockey player is her intelligence … She makes good positional choices … She has WIDELITZ really great communication skills. She is a director on the field … She had amazingly strong hits, both shots on goal and passes …

She wants everyone to feel good and positive, and she will do what she feels necessary to create that type of environment … She was really essential in creating a positive team culture.”

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Toy swap (Continued from Page 1) It’s nobody’s fault. Children grow up. But the magic is forever.

It just needs future children to rediscover it.

Go to the Lincoln Library this week and you will see this in action.

Maria Teixeira, with the help of Lincoln librarian Wendy McIntosh and three volunteers — Vicki

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Billings, Melanie Kessler and Laura even better and more far-reaching,” Newman — is about to orchestrate a she added. “Many families struggle peaceful transfer of magic. with different aspects of gift giving It’s called a “toy swap.” at the holidays, from economic “My kids have a toy room and I concerns to storage-space issues was standing there looking at all the to conceptual and moral questions toys they never play with anymore, about the ever-growing consumer and I thought, ‘Who can I give model we introduce to our children.” these to? Or swap Teixeira drew them with?’” Teixeira “To make inspiration in part said, adding that from the women’s this endeavor she and her partner, clothing swaps of her Travis Herben, have possible, we college days, she said. additional toys stored ask donating “You’d maybe in their garage. have some wine, try participants to The swap, which consider a few on some different will take place things. As with clothes, maybe give this Friday and away a few clothes Saturday at the any library and maybe get some Lincoln Library, isn’t privilege, there are new ones.” Even if officially connected responsibilities, they didn’t always to any particular such as returning come away with the holiday, but Teixeira a clean book. With perfect new outfit, did have Christmas “everyone felt pretty the toy swap we and Chanukah in fulfilled by the social also depend on mind, she said. aspect of it.” She’s “Maybe people are the good will and hoping the toy swap clearing out to make responsibility will have the same room for new toys. of people who effect, she said.

Maybe others are donate, by The community wondering how they greeted Teixeira’s idea are going to be able to providing clean, with enthusiasm. Her afford things for their complete and safe Front Porch Forum toys.” kids this year.” post sparked 20 or 30 McIntosh, who has — Lincoln librarian email conversations, organized end-ofWendy McIntosh she said. summer toy sales at “I was starting to the Lincoln Library worry a little bit about in the past, will lend her expertise how I was going to organize all this,” — as well as library space — to the she confessed. But with the help project. of McIntosh, Billings, Kessler and “Maria has reimagined and Newman, along with a little internet reorganized the (toy sale) idea as research, it’s all coming together. a toy swap,” she explained. “As a This week organizers will receive library whose very mission rests on toy-swap items at the Lincoln the idea of sharing resources, we are Library and assign to them a certain only too happy to supply the public number of “credits” that can be used an easily accessible venue for this this weekend to trade for other toys. endeavor. This new timeframe is Participants also have the option of

donating toys or purchasing them with cash during the swap. All proceeds go to the Lincoln Library.

“We’re hoping to keep it simple,” Teixeira said. “We want people to feel good about the swap and to make it affordable for everyone.”

Teixeira hadn’t officially assembled her family’s toy-swap stash yet, but she has gathered a few things she’ll probably pass along.

Organizers have a wish list of their own, or a few ground rules.

“To make this endeavor possible, we ask donating participants to consider a few things,” McIntosh said. “As with any library privilege, there are responsibilities, such as returning a clean book. With the toy swap we also depend on the good will and responsibility of people who donate, by providing clean, complete and safe toys.”

No furniture, clothing or baby gear, please, and no items that are too heavy to lift easily.

Finally (and perhaps most important), parents should consider the emotional attachment a child might have to a toy before making a donation. For as writer Chris Van Allsburg cautions in “The Polar Express,” just because we adults can no longer hear the ringing of special bells does not mean they make no sound.

Lincoln Library opens for dropoffs Wednesday, Dec. 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Thursday, Dec. 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 3 to 5 p.m.

The toy swap will take place Friday, Dec. 7, between 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information contact Maria Teixeira at Maria.a.tx@gmail.com or visit the Lincoln Library at 222 West River Road.

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Students of the Week from area High Schools Otter Valley Union High School Mount Abraham Union High School Ethan Sulik-Doty is the most recent Otter Valley Union High School student to be recognized as Student of the Week. Ethan is the son of Christine Sulik and Russell Doty of Whiting. His younger sister is in 6th grade at Christ the King school in Rutland.

Ethan has a few academic achievements that he is very proud of. He has made principal’s list — all A’s — since 7th grade through this point in his senior year. He also joined the National Honor Society last school year, 11th grade. He has received academic excellence awards in History, Social Studies, Chemistry, Biology, and multiple math courses from 9th grade to now. He took AP Chemistry last year, and this year he is enrolled in AP Biology and AP Literature. He hopes to continue earning principal’s list recognition throughout his senior year until he graduates.

Athletically talented, Ethan has played soccer and lacrosse throughout his high school carrier. He just finished his final soccer season in high school with a nod from the Addison Independent as one of the county’s all-star players. Ethan looks forward to his final lacrosse season this spring.

A true sports enthusiast, in his spare time Ethan likes to play sports with friends outside of the team.

Ethan Sulik-Doty Ethan currently works at Olympia Sports in Middlebury, but has OVUHS had a few other jobs in the past. Over the past summer, he worked for a solar installation company, putting up a solar field in Brandon. He has also worked at Subway in Brandon and for the five years previous to that, at a farm close by his house in Whiting. Ethan also helps out sometimes with other solar projects, and hopes to continue this work next summer as well.

When asked about advice he would give to fellow high school students, Ethan said there is not real secret what to do. “Make sure that you do the work that is assigned and put your best effort into it,” he said. “Hard work does pay off in the end and it will reflect well on your grades and as a person in general.”

Following high school, Ethan plans to go to college and hopefully earn a degree in Engineering, but he is still not sure what kind of Engineering he wants to study.

Chemistry teacher Larry Gerrior has been impressed by what he sees in Ethan. He says, “Ethan is a motivated young man of numerous talents and considerable self-discipline. He is mature, independent, enthusiastic and trustworthy.”

The students, staff and teachers at Otter Valley wish Ethan Sulik-Doty all the best in his pursuits beyond high school.

Mt. Abraham Union High School has named Eden Ginsburg of Bristol as it’s student of the week. Eden is the daughter of Kristen and Adam Ginsburg and sister to Ellie, who is a sophomore at Mt. Abe. Eden has excelled academically, getting highest honors and academic excellence every year since she arrived at Mt. Abe her sophomore year.

She is a member of both the National Technical Honors Society and the National Arts Honors Society. She has studied A.P. United States History, A.P. Studio Art and A.P. English Literature and Composition. Eden spends half of each day at Hannaford Career Center’s Addison Repertory Theatre.

Last summer she completed a musical theatre intensive at Ithaca College.

A dedicated thespian, Eden has acted in all the fall and spring musicals produced while she was a student. Not limited to school productions, Eden also does community theatre, acting and working on community shows almost her whole life. She is a Middlebury Community Players board member, a piano and voice student, and dabbled in soccer in grade 9.

Eden works as a lifeguard and taught swimming lessons to children.

She was hired to be the nurse at the Summit Soccer Camp for the past three years and has worked as a babysitter. Eden also does volunteer performances for elderly services, playing piano and singing, and has Eden Ginsburg given concerts at elementary schools and nursing homes through the MAUHS Mount Abe a cappella group Sweet Transition.

When not studying, acting or singing, Eden enjoys cooking, baking with her sister, curling up with a good book, obsessively listening to Harry Potter, being an avid chocolate consumer and creating henna art.

Eden says, “If I could pass on one philosophy it would be to “have courage and be kind” … when I look back on my best moments in high school, or what moments made me the person I am today, I find that what made them special were the other incredible people around me … if you take a second, step out of yourself, and say hello, or even smile at someone in the hall, that could mean the world to them.”

Eden hopes to study Musical Theatre in college and then go out into the world and inspire, educate, and bring joy to people through her art. “How I will do that is somewhat of a mystery,” she says, “but my dream is to tell stories that need to be heard, and bring theatre to those that truly need it.”

Eden’s AP Art Teacher Elise Cleary says, “Eden Ginsburg is a gem! A visual artist as well as an avid singer and actor, Eden pushes herself to improve her skills and refine her style. She is not afraid to take risks or start over if something isn’t working and her determination sets an example for all of us. Eden is a sensitive, kind individual who has a way of intuitively knowing how someone is feeling. Eden is in love with the world and in love with learning and when you are in her presence you can’t help but feel the same. Her enthusiasm is contagious!”

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Addison County’s Humane Society Trace. 3 years, Lab/Border Collie mix, neutered male. Looking for a dog with as much potential as a brand new day? Look no further! Trace is smart as a whip, loyal, loving, and really enjoys playing with other dogs! Like anything worthwhile, Trace will require an investment from his new family; time, training, patience, lots of long walks and a sense of humor will pay off in spades!

He is currently living in a foster home as life in the shelter was far too confining for him and he had become stressed and mouthy as he tried to express himself saying, “Help me! I need to get out of here and play!”

Apollo. 1 year, Hound/German Shepherd mix, neutered male. Apollo is a sweet, energetic young dog looking for a home where he will get lots of exercise and play! This sweet boy has lived with dogs and older children, and would probably do ok with a confident, dogsavvy cat. Apollo is crate trained and knows several commands, though he would benefit from additional behavior training. For Apollo to thrive in a home his new guardians will need to provide daily outlets for his energy.

With his long legs and puppy energy he would make a fantastic running/hiking partner!

Candy. 2 years, short hair calico, spayed female. Candy is as sweet as...that’s right, candy. More specifically, a gum drop! This little sweetheart with the pinkest nose is as fast as it gets when it comes to her mouse toy. She loves to play and sometimes, she will be caught looking very foolish (no laughing!). Candy loves to be petted and loves attention. Other than what we have seen at the shelter, we don’t know much about her because she is a transfer from a New Jersey shelter. So head to Homeward Bound and meet her, and decide if she is the one!

Trixie. 16 years, shorthaired dilute tortie, spayed female. Trixie is a wonderful older cat looking for a laid-back home where she will be able to spend her days loving her person and receiving love in return. Trixie does not love other cats and would prefer to be the only catchild in her home. She loves a comfy place to sleep and adores spending her time observing her surroundings. Her previous family said she is an active clown who loves to lounge on a lap or a couch. Trixie is looking for someone who will shower her with attention and make the remainder of her days unforgettable.

Uno. 7 years, shorthair grey & white, neutered male. Uno is #1. He is super friendly- the sort of cat who will happily greet you every time you walk through the door. He loves to nuzzle and be petted and he won’t say no to attention. He is a total lover boy. If you are looking for an awesome cat, Uno is the one!

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Similarly, the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, in partnership with Hill’s Science Diet, found that roughly 35 percent of Canadian households have a dog, while 38 percent have a cat.

Cats and dogs are cherished family members, earning gifts and premiere spots for lounging around the house.

But even in pet-friendly homes, certain concessions may need to be made when entertaining.

And don’t forget about safety in regard to your pets, who may be frightened by the noise and commotion when guests arrive.

• “Party animals”: Many animals are right at home during parties, while the sights, sounds and aromas may cause anxiety in others. For pets known to be a bit skittish, establish a safe haven for them away from the festivities.

Keep the room as dark and quiet as possible, and include comfort items.

• Know your guests. Some people enjoy playing with others’ pets, while others may be more hesitant around animals. Ask guests how they feel about pets and then make accommodations based on their responses.

• Pet behavior: If yours is a boisterous puppy who loves jumping up on others, or a cat that can’t resist napping on guests’ laps while seated on the couch, he or she may need to sit the party out.

Pets that behave well and know how to stay quiet may be better suited to hang out during the festivities.

• Clean up well. For guests who suffer from pet allergies, having animals around can be uncomfortable. Placing pets in another room and using a HEPA vacuum to go over carpets, upholstery and drapes may help tame the dander and fur that can trigger reactions among people who are allergic to pets.

• Food and escape routes: Pets may try to eat party food that can be toxic to them. Guests will need to throw away scraps instead of leaving them out where items can be consumed by curious pets. Also, advising guests to exercise caution when entering and exiting the house can prevent nervous pets from escaping into the neighborhood.

Pet owners need to consider their pets’ demeanors before entertaining guests at home.

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Saffron (Continued from Page 1) significantly lower than in Vermont. far proven hardy enough to thrive in Can the Green Mountain State the Northern New England climate. compete?

For an electric company looking Yes, said Arash to add agricultural productivity to its Ghalehgolabbehbahani, a solar farms — where protection from postdoctoral researcher at UVM, who the elements already exists under also happens to be a native of Iran. rows of photovoltaic panels — this In fact, this was his idea. was a big deal.

“I was doing statistical models “It’s a game-changer,” said Steve on high tunnels in Vermont and Yates, solar project manager at Peck, determined that the temperatures which is based in Williston. “It were comparable with those in Iran,” negates the idea that land used for said Ghalehgolabbehbahani. That solar arrays is no longer agriculturally made him wonder... useful.”

“Why don’t we grow saffron in Last year Peck offered UVM’s Vermont?” Ghalehgolabbehbahani saffron research center a two-year asked his colleague, entomologist grant to test saffron on a New Haven Margaret Skinner. solar farm near Otter Creek, on Skinner was initially doubtful, he land owned by Edward and Shirley said.

Gervais.

“But five minutes later she came “They’re in the middle of the study back and said, ‘Let’s do this.’” right now, but all indications are Based on test crops in 2015 and really good,” Yates said. Though they 2016, Ghalehgolabbehbahani, don’t yet know what the value of this Skinner and their colleague Bruce or next year’s crops will be, there is Parker estimated that an acre of the potential to build Vermont soil could another revenue stream generate more than for farms hosting solar “What we’re $100,000 worth of arrays, he added. saffron — more per seeing in Produced almost Vermont square foot than exclusively in regions tomatoes or winter along the ancient agriculture is a greens.

Silk Route — Persia, real shift toward They generated so Kashmir and the diversification much interest that Mediterranean — and value-added they formed the North Saffron has flavored products, and American Center for food, dyed fabrics and Saffron Research this is a perfect refined perfumes for and Development thousands of years. example.” in 2016 and began — Abbey Willard, offering annual saffron Today, universities Agency of workshops. The center and pharmaceutical Agriculture companies around the has gathered contacts world are researching for 400 to 500 people its potential as a medical treatment whose have expressed some level for things like depression and cancer. of interest in saffron, and 150 to The United States imports 46 tons of 200 of them are from Vermont, saffron annually — more than half a Ghalehgolabbehbahani said. billion dollars’ worth.

A few of them have planted test Saffron might be easy to grow, crops, themselves. but harvesting it is labor-intensive.

According to Skinner and Yates, Extracting and drying the flower’s one Vermont grower planted 2,500 brilliant red stigmas is still done by corms in 2017 and harvested more hand. In countries like Iran, which than 5,000 flowers this year. She sold produces more than 90 percent of the 30 grams of her crop for $25/gram world’s saffron, the cost of labor is to a New York City chef who valued

SOME BELIEVE FARMLAND that hosts solar arrays can again become agriculturally productive by hosting plats of Crocus sativus, the stigmata of which is harvested and sold as the expensive spice saffron.

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the high quality and Vermont-grown brand.

In Swanton, Steve Leach has opened Red Thread Farmstand, which sells saffron and saffron products through its website.

PECK ELECTRIC SET up this solar array in New Haven, which hosts test beds for growing flowers that produce saffron. Company officials say pairing solar and saffron could be a “game changer.”

Photo courtesy of Peck Electric

It takes at least two years to assess a crop’s yield, so Ghalehgolabbehbahani won’t get useful data in New Haven until next year. But when he visited the solar farm early in November to count flowers and index leaves, things were looking good. The plants growing under the solar panels stood straighter and possessed firmer petals than those that were growing in beds between the panels — the result, perhaps, of being better protected from the elements.

Abbey Willard, Director of the Agricultural Development Division of the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets, which is also funding UVM’s saffron research, said the solar-farm development comes as no surprise.

“What we’re seeing in Vermont agriculture is a real shift toward diversification and value-added products, and this is a perfect example,” she said. “We like to see partnerships like this. It’s what’s encouraging about Vermont.”

In addition to Peck Electric and the state, UVM’s saffron research counts among its generous supporters the USDA, the Hatch Project and the Arab Society of America. If it turns

out that saffron is a viable product, future support may need to coalesce around creating a brand.

“If it succeeds, marketing will be a big part of it,” Ghalehgolabbehbahani said.

Saffron is literally worth its weight in gold, but without a similarly valuable brand, it may never catch on in Vermont.

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ADULT ALL‑ RECOVERY Group Meeting for anyone over 18 who is struggling with addiction disorders. Wednes‑ days, 3‑4 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). A great place to meet with your peers who are in recovery.

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

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

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

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

A LC OH OLIC S A N ON Y‑ MOUS, 3 TUESDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Daily Reflec‑ tion Meeting, Vergennes, Con‑ gregational Church, Water St. 7‑8pm. 12 Step Meet‑ ing, Middlebury, The Turn‑ ing Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. 7:30‑8:30pm. Spiritual Awak‑ ening Meeting, Middlebury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30am.

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ARE YOU BOTHERED BY SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Opening Our Hearts Al‑Anon Group meets each Wednes‑ day at 1:30 pm at Middlebury’s St. Stephen’s Church on Main St. (enter side door and follow signs). Anonymous and confi‑ dential, we share our experi‑ ence, strength and hope to solve our common problems.

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

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CAREGIVERS NEEDED immediately in Middlebury.

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Pay is $11‑$15/hour with bonuses available. Please visit HandsAtHomeCS.com/ home‑care‑careers or call

EASTVIEW AT MIDDLE‑ BURY seeks enthusiastic and experienced caregivers to pro‑ vide hands‑on care in our dy‑ namic retirement community.

Openings: full‑time evenings, part‑time weekends. Email acoyle@eastviewmiddlebury. com or call 989‑7502.

800‑682‑5220.

Help Wanted

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HANDS AT HOME Care Ser‑ vices ‑ Need help around the house? We can help get you up to 20 hours/week of care in your home with a caregiver at no cost to you through a VA benefit. Call to get started.

800‑682‑5220.

Help Wanted

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

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

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

Help Wanted

P.O. Box 156 • Vergennes, VT 05491

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.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

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Graphic Designer needed The Addison County Independent is currently hiring a full-time graphic designer to help in our five-person production department. Experience required. This gold-star individual will work with our team of awardwinning designers 32-40 hours a week, creating advertising and page layouts. Health care and other benefits offered. Excellent organizational skills and creativity necessary, as is a good command of spelling and grammar. Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite required. Must be able to work well under the pressure of weekly and daily deadlines.

Please send cover letter and resumé to Sue Leggett, production manager: suel@addisonindependent.com.

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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

Addy Indy Classifieds are online: addisonindependent.

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We’re thrilled you’re interested in working for the finest whiskey company in the world.

Please visit www.whistlepigwhiskey.com/ work-with-us/ for a list of current openings and how to apply.

All applicants may submit a resumé with 3 professional references to jobs@whistlepigrye.com.

No phone calls please.

Part-time (20-25 hours) School Nutrition Assistant position open at Mt. Abraham Middle/High School.

Work with a dynamic and positive team in a fast-paced kitchen preparing healthy, delicious meals for middle and high school students. Daily work includes food preparation, cashier duties, and clean up.

Some food service experience a plus including working with commercial food service equipment and basic culinary and cooking skills. Please contact Kathy Alexander at 802-453-7002 or kathy.alexander@mausd.org for more information.

ADDISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Food Service Director/Cook 2018-2019 Addison Central School District is seeking a full-time or two part-time Food Service Director/Cook at Weybridge Elementary. The successful candidate should have experience in preparing nutritional meals, breakfast and lunch, and managing a meals program for 30-55 students.The candidate must also be organized, have strong communication, collaborative and computer skills, as well as an interest in participating in school wide health and nutrition initiatives. If you have questions, please contact Christina Johnston at 802-5452113 or cjohnston@acsdvt.org.

Apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, and three current reference letters via School Spring.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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Help Wanted

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NOW HIRING: Full-time Assistant Manager Looking for a reliable, flexible leader willing to work some nights and weekends during a 40-hour a week schedule. Full Benefits.

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

Apply in person at:

Maplefields of New Haven Route 7, New Haven, VT

For Rent

For Rent

CORNWALL QUIET COUN‑ TRY APARTMENT 5 miles from Middlebury. 2nd sto‑ ry, 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.

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

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addi‑ son. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structur‑ ally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease. The entrance door measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

Ask for Sherry or pick-up an application EOE

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

HOPE HAS AN opening in our resale store. Customer Ser‑ vice Associate, duties include assisting customers, running the cash register, and more.

Also a Materials Handler, du‑ ties include assisting donors of goods for resale, answer‑ ing the phone, and process‑ ing 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.

PAINTERS WANTED ‑ Acorn Painting is seeking two profes‑ sional painters for winter inte‑ rior work. Excellent pay, great benefits. Reliable transporta‑ tion, tools and a positive no nonsense attitude is a must.

This is a great opportunity for people looking for full time work year round. A minimum of three years experience nec‑ essary. Call 453 5611 Serious applicants only.

VERMONT SOAP IS hiring temporary production workers.

Must be available Mon‑Fri, 8‑5 and Saturdays 9‑2. Must be able to sit or stand for at least 2 hours at a time and lift 50 lbs. Attention to detail a must. Background check will be conducted.

If interested, please email resume and references to nichole@vtsoap.com.

For Sale LOVELY BLACK GLASS octagonal dinnerware service for eight. $25. 802‑425‑2462.

TORO 6 HORSE snow‑ blower, like new. $400.

802‑468‑0278. Okay to leave message.

For Rent BRANDON ‑ FURNISHED small efficiency apartment.

Non‑smoking. No pets. Heat, lights and cable included. $175/week. 802‑247‑3144.

BRISTOL‑ 2 BEDROOM house in village. Garage, water, washer/dryer, lawn maintenance, snow removal included. No pets. No smok‑ ing. Rental application, lease, security, first and last months rent. $1,050/mo. Call 802‑453‑2388.

BRISTOL; 3 BEDROOM available. Utilities included are: Heat, hot water, lawn care, snow removal, garbage and parking. Tenant pays elec‑ tric. Small storage space in‑ cluded. 802‑453‑2566.

CHARMING GUEST HOUSE on private horse farm in Shoreham. Separate from main house. $850 per month plus utilities. $850 deposit and one year lease required.

Horse boarding also avail‑ able. No smoking. Call Anne 802‑349‑0002 or email: seabay@hotmail.com.

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

For Rent

For Rent

For Rent

For Rent

NEW HAVEN ‑ 2 bedroom apartment. Next to the town green. $900 monthly. Sunny, hardwood floors, dishwash‑ er, gas stove, 15 minutes to Middlebury. 35 minutes to Bur‑ lington. Utilities not included.

Security deposit and refer‑ ences. Call 802‑249‑1328.

NEW HAVEN SUNNY, quiet village apartment. East/West views. Easy commute to sur‑ rounding Addison County towns and Burlington. No pets, no smoking. References. $925/month. 802‑236‑2040.

VERGENNES, VT‑ 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Addison County Community Trust is updating the waiting lists for the Creekview Apartments located in Vergennes, Ver‑ mont. Rent for one bedroom apartments is $775, two bed‑ room apartments is $880. All utilities included and rental assistance may be available.

Income restrictions apply.

Handicap Accessible units available. To request an appli‑ cation visit, addisontrust.org, call 802‑877‑2626 or email info@addisontrust.org. Equal Housing Opportunity.

SHOREHAM: TORREY IS‑ LAND. Daily sunsets, fishing on Lake Champlain. 1 bed‑ room, 1 bath studio layout. $750 month plus utilities. First, last and security. References.

No pets. No smoking. Includes water and garbage. Evenings 897‑2385.

MIDDLEBURY: SHARE A home w/professional & her teenaged son. Reduced rent in exchange for help w/ house‑ keeping, pet‑care & snow shoveling. Shared bath. Must be pet‑friendly. No additional pets. 863‑5625, HomeShareV‑ ermont.org for application.

Interview, references, back‑ ground check required. EHO.

S U G A RW O O D A PA R T‑ MENTS is currently accept‑ ing 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 Opportunity.

MIDDLEBURY: SMALL FAM‑ ILY offers a spacious, fur‑ nished living area with private bath for $550/month (all inc.) and occasional help w/driv‑ ing. No smoking. No deposit.

863‑5625, HomeShareVer‑ mont.org for application. Inter‑ view, references, background check req. EHO.

For Rent

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

For Rent

For Rent

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

ADDISON COUNTY

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Call the Addison Independent at (802) 388-4944.

Talk to our sales professionals.

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

802‑282‑9110.

Att. Farmers

Particularly on sites like Craigslist.

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.

Wood Heat

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

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Public Notices Index

Public notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on this Page 30.

ACT 250 Notice (1)

Ripton (1)

Addison County Courthouse (1)

Vergennes Panton Water District (1)

Charlie Properties (1)

TOWN OF RIPTON - NOTICE OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT SPEED CONTROL ORDINANCE: ORDINANCE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SPEED LIMITS ON VERMONT ROUTE 125 IN RIPTON, VERMONT

On November 26, 2018, the Ripton Selectboard adopted an amendment to Section IV of the ordinance: Setting of speed limits and locating speed zones on Vermont Route 125. The amendment adds a 40 mph transition speed zone on the east side of Ripton Village, extending from the current 30 mph zone easterly a distance of approximately 0.34 miles. This matches the speed limit established by the State of Vermont, September 27, 2018. The ordinance is effective January 25, 2019 unless a petition signed by at least 5% of Ripton voters is filed with the town clerk by January 9, 2019 asking for a vote to disapprove. The full text of the ordinance is available at the town office, or by email request to ajdickinson@riptonvt.org.

12/3, 6

AN INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE

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

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO BROWNFIELDS REUSE AND ENVIRONMENTAL LIABILITY LIMITATION PROGRAM

Please take notice that CHARLIE PROPERTIES, LLC whose address is 1501 RT 74, Cornwall, VT 05753 is applying to the Vermont Brownfields Reuse and Environmental Liability Limitation Program (10 V.S.A. §6641 et seq.) in connection with the redevelopment of property known as 64 Main Street in the City of Vergennes. A copy of the application, which contains a preliminary environmental assessment and a description of the proposed redevelopment project is available for public review at the City Clerk’s Office and at the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation offices in Montpelier. Comments concerning the above referenced documents, and the application generally, may be submitted to the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, Waste Management Division, 1 National Life Drive – Davis, Montpelier, VT 05620; attention: Lynda Provencher.

Telephone inquiries may be directed to Vermont DEC at 802-828-1138.

12/3 To publish a legal notice, email information to legals@addisonindependent.com or fax it to (802) 388-3100.

ACT 250 NOTICE APPLICATION AND HEARING 9A0358-2 10 V.S.A. § § 6001 - 6093

On June 29th, 2018, Stoney Hill Properties, LLC filed application #9A0358-2 to construct a 6-building housing development to include 15 total 2-bedroom residential units. The development will include 2 single family cottages, 2 duplex buildings, and an 8-unit unit apartment building. Each new structure will be served by new connections to municipal water supply and a shared on-site wastewater disposal system. Stormwater will be treatedon site and the Project will be connected to West Street via sidewalk. The Project is located at Firehouse Drive on West Street in Bristol, immediately east of the Village Fire Department. The District #9 Environmental Commission will hold a site visit on Thursday, December 20th at 9:00am and public hearing on the application to immediately follow the site visit at 10:00am. The public hearing will be held at Bristol Town Offices, 1 South Street, Bristol, VT 05443.

The application may be viewed on the Natural Resources Board’s web site (http://nrb.vermont.gov) by clicking “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “9A0358-2.” For more information or disability accommodations, contact Josh Donabedian, District Coordinator before the hearing date at the address or telephone number below.

Dated at Montpelier, Vermont this 29th day of November, 2018: BY: Josh Donabedian, Coordinator District 5, 6 & 9 Environmental Commission 10 Baldwin Street Montpelier, Vermont 05633-3201 802-476-0186 joshua.donabedian@vermont.gov 12/3

WARNING - ANNUAL MEETING OF THE VERGENNES-PANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. DECEMBER 11, 2018

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The legal voters of VERGENNES-PANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. are hereby notified and warned to meet at the V.P.W.D. office building on Canal Street in the City of Vergennes in said District, on the 11th day of December, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. to transact the following business to wit: ARTICLE I: To elect by ballot the following officers: (a) a moderator (b) a clerk (c) a treasurer ARTICLE II: To hear and act upon the reports from the officers of the VERGENNES-PANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. ARTICLE III: To have presented by the Board of Commissioners of the VERGENNESPANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. their estimate of expenses for the ensuring year and to appropriate such sum as it, the VERGENNES-PANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. deems necessary for said expenses together with the amount required to pay the balance, if any, left unpaid expressing said sum in dollars in its vote.

ARTICLE IV: To establish salaries for the Commissioners and other elected officers of the Water District.

ARTICLE V: To see whether the voters of said Water District will authorize its Board to borrow money pending receipt of water rents, by issuance of its notes or orders payable not later than one(1) year to date.

ARTICLE VI: To transact any other business proper to come before said meeting.

Dated at Vergennes, Vermont, this 26TH day of November, 2018 Maria L. Brown, Clerk VERGENNES-PANTON WATER DISTRICT 11/26, 29, 12/3, 6, 10

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Lincoln man jailed after skipping court BRISTOL — On Nov. 12 at 1:25 p.m., Bristol police arrested Timothy Sousa, who turned himself in. The 31-yearold Lincoln man turned himself in for failing to appear in Addison County criminal court to answer charges of seconddegree aggravated domestic assault, reckless endangerment, cruelty to a child, unlawful mischief and operation a motor vehicle without the consent of its owner.

Sousa was lodged without bail at the Marble Valley Correctional Facility.

Between Nov. 12 and 25, Bristol police completed 24 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 10 hours and 45 minutes of directed patrol, traffic enforcement and patrols of the police district and the town under a town contract, six hours of which were conducted as part of a national campaign during the Thanksgiving holiday.

During that same period, officers checked security at Mount Abraham Union High School seven times and Bristol Elementary school once, completed nine fingerprint requests, verified one vehicle identification number,

conducted four business checks on Main Street and surrounding areas and three times secured unsecured buildings.

Bristol police assisted Vermont State Police on Nov. 15 and 18, and Williston police on Nov. 22.

In other recent activity, Bristol police: • On Nov. 12 helped train staff members of a school district on active shooter response.

• On Nov. 12 investigated a complaint of erratic driving and determined the driver was not impaired.

• On Nov. 13 attempted to contact the owner of found property that was turned in to the department.

• On Nov. 13 investigated a bad-check complaint at a local business and assisted that business in completing notice to the customer for payment prior to initiating criminal action.

• On Nov. 14 assisted Bristol Elementary School personnel during an alarm activation.

• On Nov. 14 opened a truancy case.

• On Nov. 15 an officer provided computer training to the department.

• On Nov. 15 assisted with a truancy case.

• On Nov. 15 started a property watch for a local resident.

Bristol

Police Log

• On Nov. 16 investigated an alarm that turned out to have been activated by accident.

• On Nov. 16 returned to its owner a wallet that had been turned in to the department.

• On Nov. 16 facilitated with information exchange related to a minor vehicle collison on Main Street.

• On Nov. 16 investigated a motor vehicle complaint, but the vehicles had left prior to police arrival.

• On Nov. 19 checked on the welfare of someone at a local residence but observed no issues or concerns.

• On Nov. 20, began invesitating a Nov. 19 complaint from Maplefields, and ended up citing Allen Amery, 25, of Starksboro for retail theft and ordered him to appear in Addison County Superior Court, criminal division, to answer the charge on Jan. 14, 2019.

• On Nov. 20 opened a fraud investigation.

• On Nov. 20 towed an abandoned, unregistered trailer from a local street.

• On Nov. 21 recovered an abandoned 26-inch Giant mountain bike on Pleasant Avenue. The owner may contact Bristol police at 453-2533 to claim it.

• On Nov. 21 assisted with lockouts.

• On Nov. 23 investigated an alarm at Mount Abraham Union High School and determined it was activated by accident.

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

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

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

Kathryn Wyckoff.

10th grade: Katherine Anderson, Daniel Anguish, Alex Barrows, Daniel Beach, Summer Chabot, Stang Chantawan, Lauren Curtis, Rebecca DeVries, Kainoa Feiker, Adam Galuszka, Emalie Gernander, Avery Husk, Jordan Jewell, Sydney Jewell, Gabriel Kadric, Ethan Kile, Riley Lane, Sabrina Larrow, Thomas Lawrence and Dakota Loven.

Also, Chloe Mailloux, Maria Malaney, Nima Mehregan, Lexi Montgomery, Jeremiah Moulton, Jacob Paquin, Gabriel Praamsma, Adam Sausville, Antonio Socinski, Tucker Stearns, Skylynne Thayer, Savannah Thomann, Ashley Tierney, Samuel Visser, Brendan Whitehouse.

9th grade: Kathryn Armstrong, Sierra Bertrand, Olivia Brooks, Anna Carr, Alisdair Chauvin, Adam Clark, Allison Croke, Madeline DeGraaf, Carver Delp, Amy Garrison, Ethan Gebo, Kaitlyn Little, Colby Martin, Shea McLaren, Felicia Poirier, Gavin Quinlan, Alexandria Rice, Trent Richardson, Cal Seyler, Howard Simpson, Dylan Stearns, Eric Tarte and Derek Vorsteveld.

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Hameline, Bradley Kutchukian, Jonah Mahe, Clarinda McAllister, David Nicholls, Ryley Olsen, Tori Scott and Audrey Tembreull.

HONORS 12th grade: Michael Alexopoulos, Emma Bryant, Benjamin Clark, Devon Coleman, Ashley Cray, Cyrus Devine, Kaelen Dobson, Raven Duke, Trayshawn Floyd, Brady Gebo, Jameson Haggett, Saige Henderson, Olivia Hutchins , Josephine Jackman, Emily Jackson, Cheyenne Jewett, Wade Mullin, Ezekiel Palmer, Rayven Perkins, Richmond Rathbun, Sam Rathbun, Tianna Rivait, Ruth Simpson, Abigail Smith, Megan Vorsteveld, Ira White and Andrew Woods.

11th grade: Emma Beauchemin, Robert Bicknell, Abigail Bluteau, Henry Boylan, Emily Brinkman, Ian Brons, Eleni Brouillard, Kaleigh Campbell, Zeke Clark, Nathan DeVos, Siobhan Eagan, Heather French, Jackson Hameline, Kyla Heir, Payton Jones, Karyn Kenfield, Robert Kenfield, Alexyss MacKinnon, Justin McEntee, Mckenna Phillips, Erich Reitz, Aidan Scott, Jeffrey Stearns, Robert Verburg and

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Please call Kelly, Claire, or Tom

Vergennes Union High School VERGENNES — Vergennes Union High School has released its Honor Roll for the first Quarter.

Congratulations to the following students for their hard work.

HIGH HONORS 12th grade: Kylie Comeau, Bethany Delgadillo, Bess Gramling, Jack Halpin, Marin Howell, Mae Kile, Morgan Lynk, Sarah Peterson, Hannah Philbrook, Dylan Rapoport, Madeline Smith, Carter Visicaro, Caitlin Walsh and Cedar Winslow.

11th grade: Luke Bergmans, Adelaide Brooks, Leah Croke, Benjamin Curtis, Alder DonovanCook, Sophie Hatch, Marlie Hunt, Rory Patch, Emily Rooney, Dalylah Sorrell-Cushman, Zander Wildasin and Kai Williams.

10th grade: Jenna AbbeyLowell, Zehra Cushman, Sophia Davis, Xander DeBlois, Aidan Gebo, Benjamin Huston, Emma Jackman, Reagan Kayhart, Hannah Kelly, Kobe Kessler, Jordan Kimball, Jarret Muzzy, Anna Rakowski, Pearl Sutton and Sydney Weber.

9th grade: Ila Collette, Richard Cosgrove, Ryley Dubois, Una Fonte, Payden Garthaffner, Ella

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