Thursday, December 6, 2018

All aboard!

Cold night

Big weekend

The model train display at the Sheldon Museum has some new features. See Arts + Leisure.

Some 50 people slept outside Saturday to raise money to help the homeless. See Page 10A.

Hard work and a renewed focus have helped the Panther men to a strong start. See Page 1B.

ADDISON COUNTY

Vol. 72 No. 49

INDEPENDENT Middlebury, Vermont

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Thursday, December 6, 2018  40 Pages

Schools confront vaping epidemic

Students’ e-cigarette use surges

By JOHN FLOWERS ADDISON COUNTY — Parents, police and educators already have their hands full steering youths from using opioids, marijuana, tobacco and other potentially harmful substances on school grounds.

Now comes a new health threat

that’s gaining alarming traction with children throughout the country, including here in Addison County: e-cigarettes, which produce an aerosol vapor — containing nicotine and other chemicals — that smokers inhale.

Infused with exotic flavors

ranging from mango to crème brulée, e-cigarettes are giving young users the false impression they are engaging in a harmless alternative to conventional tobacco smoking. In reality, they’re plying their bodies with large doses of super-addictive nicotine known to be particularly detrimental to the developing brain.

“This is an addiction, and kids

don’t realize what it does,” said Brooke Jette, prevention specialist for Middlebury Union High School, which has seen a major uptick this year in students’ use of e-cigarettes.

And vaping has become popular among all socio-economic groups at school.

“It’s also the athletes,” Jette said.

(See Vaping, Page 3A)

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Salisbury correspondent retires pen and notebook

By JOHN FLOWERS SALISBURY — When Donald and Mary Burchard moved from Bennington to Salisbury back in 1964, they vowed to become involved in their adopted community.

Don, who passed away three years ago, served on the selectboard and in various other capacities.

Mary parlayed her love of reading into what has been a 50(See Mary Burchard, Page 14A)

ART’s new leading man takes stage Reid-St John fills role left by Steve Small

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Eric Reid-St John. A name befitting a member of the aristocracy, one would think.

Not in this case.

Reid-St John’s accent is neutral Mid-American, but he’s a “Southern boy” by pedigree, having been born in Virginia and spent most of his life in North Carolina and Alabama.

He’s made his way across the Mason-Dixon line to take over as the new director of the Addison Repertory Theater (ART), based in the Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center. He succeeds Steve Small, who co-founded ART and departed the program this past spring to find work as an actor.

Reid-St John, 48, has been involved in the theater since he was a 16-year-old high school student in Alabama. A self-described “quiet” kid who always sat in the back of the classroom, Reid-St John’s extracurricular life before theater was built around an imposing tuba that enveloped his slight, skinny frame as a member of his high school band.

A band mate advised Reid-St John to join him in theater class as a convenient way to pick up some course credits. He took his buddy’s advice, but found theater to be far more than a change-of-pace elective.

Sandra Taylor, the woman who (See ART director, Page 13A)

Deck the Halls

ABOUT THREE DOZEN people joined in song on the steps of the Congregational Church of Middlebury this past Saturday morning to kick off the holiday season with some hearty caroling. The event was part of the Very Merry Middlebury celebration, which also included horse-and-wagon rides, visits with Santa at the Middlebury Inn, hot cocoa at Cannon Park and more.

Photo by Benjy Renton

New Haven man helps launch adaptive trike By the way program at Rikert

Sculpture serves as kids’ plaything Parent/Child Center families make fun out of new artwork

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Ylexeus Palacio can often be seen tenderly cuddling her adorable, 19-month-old son Caesar at the Addison County Parent/Child Center (PCC), a renowned Middlebury nonprofit that helps young families become happy, healthy and selfsufficient.

But only a few months ago, “One of the Palacio was tensely gripping a challenges white-hot plasma torch to slice through a massive steel drum, as part was we of a group effort to build a new playwanted sculpture that will regale Caesar and to create future generations of children who something participate in PCC programs.

The new structure — made beautiful possible through a Vermont that Community Foundation grant, the children guidance of Panton artist-welder could play Eben Markowski and the collective with.” efforts of PCC staff and parents — is — Deirdre now in place after a transformative, Kelley five-month creative process.

The teen artists, PCC staff and Markowski took some time on Monday to admire their work proudly displayed in front of the center headquarters at 126 Monroe St. “One of the challenges was we wanted to create something beautiful that children could play with,” said Deirdre Kelley, the PCC’s education coordinator. “It wasn’t just going to be an art piece that was going to sit at the town green; it was, ‘How do we make this so it’s both beautiful and lasting for our community, and also (See Sculpture, Page 12A)

TWO-YEAR-OLDS Bentley Porter, left, and Adler Holbrook dab some white paint on the Addison County Parent/Child Center’s new play-sculpture, made by young parents under the direction of Panton welder/artist Eben Markowski.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

By JILL KIEDAISCH RIPTON — Larry Buck is a man on a mission. Not much can slow him down. Nearly every day of the year, you’ll find the New Haven resident pedaling around Addison County on his road trike doing everything the rest of us do in cars.

Weather is no object. In the rain, in the snow, and through all six Vermont seasons, Buck is out there, muscling through whatever the road conditions splatter at him.

This would be a sign of true grit and determination for anyone, but Buck does it because he’s wired to move, and because he understands what it means to be unable to. In 2009, at age 53, he suffered a stroke that impaired the use of “I didn’t know his left leg and rendered his left how to be arm non-responsive.

His illness began with a someone who serious bout with swine flu couldn’t move. I H1N1, which revealed he had to force my had hairy cell leukemia that body to work ultimately wiped out all his again.” white blood cells and stopped New Haven resident circulation to the right side of Larry Buck his brain. After months in a drug-induced coma, he woke unable to control the left side of his body.

An avid hockey player, skier, biker, swimmer, and a partner in the well-established Bristol design-build firm Conner & Buck, this was a major hit to his sense of self.

“I didn’t know how to be someone who couldn’t move,” said Buck in a recent interview. “I had to force my body to work again. Your brain doesn’t know you have a left side unless you move it.”

Thanks to a phenomenon called neuroplasticity, the brain can learn to heal itself and recover from stroke damage.

But the only way it can do this is through sustained, (See Adaptive tricycle, Page 11A)

We don’t want to brag but, we’ve got an in with Santa Claus. If your kids send their letters to him c/o the Addison Independent by Dec. 17, we’ll make sure they get a response from the jolly old elf himself — and we’ll print their letters in the issue before Christmas. Hand-drawn illustrations are welcome. Drop off the letters at our office in the Marble Works in Middlebury or mail them to Santa Letters, Addison Independent, 58 Maple St., Middlebury, VT 05753. Be good!

Santa Claus is coming in person to Bristol this Saturday, Dec. 8. Don’t pass up your chance to have breakfast (See By the way, Page 14A)

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LIVELY CONVERSATIONS BLOSSOMED at last month’s Community Engagement Forum in Holley Hall, organized by a subcommittee of the Mount Abraham Unified School District board. The Oct. 22 get-together was the first in a planned series of community outreach events to increase communication between 5-Town residents and their school district.

Photo courtesy of MAUSD

Mt. Abe gathers community input

Committee hosting meetings to take the public’s pulse

By CHRISTOPHER ROSS community. There (also) seems to BRISTOL — The Mount Abraham be some question about the most Unified School District held its first effective way to support teachers community engagement forum and instruction, and some questions last month, and the school board’s around the value of coaching and message was clear: They want to relationships, so it seems that there hear from the 5-Town community. were some conversations about, “One of our primary goals as a ‘How do we best support our newly unified board is to establish teachers in the district, so they can a positive foundation for improved do their best work with students?’” and ongoing engagement with our Concerns discussed more broadly community,” said Liz Sayre, one early in the forum, such as school of five members of the board’s safety, gender equality and the Community Engagement Committee impacts of climate change and social (CEC). “There are many media, evolved later different voices in our on into more specific 5-Towns that we want “So those issues. to hear from and work people Former Bristol with, as we consider aren’t seeing Elementary School the challenges and children. I just teacher Peg Sutlive opportunities in our think we need wanted to know how district.” the district intended to to make that The CEC intends to monitor and evaluate carry on the outreach really clear. the results of recent work of the six former They’re helping staffing reductions, and boards that made up teachers at to use that information the Addison Northeast the cost of for future budgeting.

Supervisory District losing more “Everybody knows before they officially that there have been consolidated into people who some pretty major the Mount Abraham are actually changes — reduced Unified School District working with staffing, reduced (MAUSD) last July. The kids.” support staff, an district covers schools increase in coaching — second-grade in Bristol, Lincoln, teacher Patty and larger class sizes.

Monkton, New Haven Schoenhuber So we would hope that and Starksboro. there are measures in CEC member Andrew place, as this school Morton, summarizing feedback year progresses, to assess how this from a survey the board conducted is going. What’s happening with our a year ago, illustrated the occasional teachers? What’s happening with our difficulty of collating community students? Are kids getting the support responses. they need? Are teachers benefitting “You should engage with email. from the coaching model? Is there a Don’t engage people with email,” way to measure that?”

Morton said, quoting some of During a brief budget presentation the 207 respondents and eliciting by CEC member Jen Stanley, appreciative chuckles from the Lincoln Community School secondaudience. “Have meetings on grade teacher Patty Schoenhuber weekends. Don’t have them on questioned the lack of specificity weekends. You should have food. regarding per-pupil spending Don’t have food.” allocation.

For the Oct. 22 event in Bristol’s “I’m wondering what part of (the Holley Hall, which drew nearly 50 category “Instruction and Support,” attendees — a mix of educators, which contributes to 72 percent of parents and school supporters per-pupil education costs) are people — the CEC hired facilitator Sue working with kids,” Schoenhuber McCormack to guide the discussion. said. “I just wonder how misleading By night’s end, after circulating that is. If this were out in public, I’d among small groups at seven tables, say, ‘Wow, those kids are getting a McCormack noted of a couple of lot of instruction and a lot of support recurring themes: from adults. I’m just curious: What “Who’s here and who’s missing,” percentage per equalized pupil is she said. “That’s really important actually meeting with adults?” work that is never done, ongoing Though Stanley didn’t have work, a real challenge in every that information, she did confirm

that teacher coaches and coaching coordinators were included in that budget category.

“So those people aren’t seeing children,” Schoenhuber replied. “I just think we need to make that really clear. They’re helping teachers at the cost of losing more people who are actually working with kids.”

Others were concerned about the scheduling of the forum, itself, which conflicted with the Mt. Abe Fall Music Concert.

“There are 500 adults at the high school, and I know a bunch of them would like to be here,” said one attendee. “But their kids are performing. I would really hope that the next time we think of this, that we look at the calendar and don’t butt up against a major event, and I think you’ll see much greater turnout.”

“Realizing not everyone can attend a forum, we’re looking at additional ways to engage various stakeholders that result in feedback for the board,” CEC chair Krista Siringo said after the forum.

To that end, the committee has created an online version of the forum survey (surveymonkey.com/ PBVBLCG), a Facebook page (@ mausdcommunityengagement) and a website (anesu.org/schoolboards/community-engagementcommittee).

PRIORITIES Summarizing budget-related forum discussions, Siringo said the top priority was the need to invest in teachers so students have highquality learning experiences.

“This could mean many things such as professional development, salaries and benefits, a positive working environment and climate,” she said.

But she stressed that this is only the beginning of what the CEC hopes will be an ongoing dialogue with the community about the vision and direction of MAUSD schools.

“We’re excited to continue this work and hope that many more people will become involved in these conversations moving forward.”

At its meeting next month, the committee will determine the date and topics of the next forum.

School district residents can take the online survey at surveymonkey. com/r/PBVBLCG. Reach Christopher Ross at christopherr@addisonindependent. com.

Symbol of unity

IN A GUST of wind the American flag reaches out from the flagpole at Mount Abraham Union High School Monday afternoon. Flags around the nation flew at half-staff this week to honor President George H.W. Bush, who died Friday and was given a state funeral on Wednesday.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

DAR honors New Haven woman at 90 NEW HAVEN — Members of the Seth Warner-Rhoda Farrand Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution helped Betty Bell celebrate her 90th birthday on Nov. 10 meeting with recognition and refreshments.

Bell is a 45-year-member of the organization.

A dedicated volunteer in her hometown of New Haven, Bell is one of the original founders of the New Haven Historical Society and has initiated many program ideas and speakers, plus trudging door to door selling the annual New Haven Historical Calendar.

A lifelong member of the New Haven Congregational Church, Betty served as a trustee and raised thousands of dollars for church repairs by coordinating dinners, auctions, bazaars and more.

Betty Bell has served her community as a justice of the peace, member of the New Haven Zon-

BETTY BELL ing Board, and currently volunteers at the Town Clerk’s Office.

She is a past president of the Vermont Old Cemetery Association and has contributed many hours caring for the Evergreen and Riverside cemeteries.

Betty worked with the Bristol Food Shelf for many years in addition to delivering meals to shut-ins.

She has served the Vermont State Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, in the capacity of vice regent, registrar, and caretaker of the John Strong Mansion and Museum in Addison.

Despite her loss of sight, Betty is the current librarian for the Seth Warner-Rhoda Farrand Chapter, DAR, and is instrumental in delivering historical books to local elementary schools.

Betty and her husband, George, have been married 68 years and still enjoy independent living arrangements. A daughter, Pat, lives next door and son, George, lives in Missouri. The Bells have three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

Editor’s note: This story was provided by Joy Minns.

Addison Independent, Thursday, December 6, 2018 — PAGE 3A

County’s VSP chief temporarily reassigned; Sgt. Daley in charge

By MIKE DONOGHUE NEW HAVEN — Lt. Jeff Danoski, who has headed Vermont State Police in Addison County since November 2016 has been given a new special assignment, but expects to return to his desk at the New Haven barracks on Route 7.

The temporary shuffle of Danoski is the latest in a string of station commanders overseeing the New Haven barracks through the years.

He was the third in four months when he was named.

Danoski is now in charge of the Rutland County barracks while Lt. Michael Studin is under investigation

by the department’s internal affairs office, state police spokesman Adam Silverman said.

Sgt. Matthew Daley of the New Haven barracks has been temporarily appointed to fill Danoski’s regular post, Silverman reported.

It was unclear how long the temporary assignments for Danoski and Daley would last. Studin, the station commander for two years, and two troopers from the Shaftsbury barracks were placed on paid leave on Oct. 29, Silverman said. The case centers on how a case concerning an off-duty probationary trooper from the Rutland barracks was handled in

Bennington, officials said. on paid administrative State Trooper Spencer leave the same day Foucher resigned Oct. 29, Foucher resigned, one day after an incident at Silverman confirmed. the Cumberland Farms in Stange has been a state Bennington, officials said. trooper since July 16, He was hired Jan. 16.

2012, while Irwin was Bennington County hired July 10, 2017.

State’s Attorney Erica When state troopers are Marthage said Tuesday placed on administrative afternoon she does not leave, the department plan to file any criminal takes their police charges against Foucher. cruiser, firearms, badge, Danoski Two other state credentials, computer troopers, Thomas Stange and other department and Benjamin Irwin, both assigned to property so they are unable to the Shaftsbury barracks, were placed perform any law enforcement work.

Silverman confirmed the department’s internal affairs office is conducting an investigation on the three troopers on leave.

Vermont State Police have a special law that allows internal affairs to be considered confidential.

“The Vermont State Police take situations like this seriously and respond swiftly,” said Silverman in a statement on behalf of the department.

“As soon as Senior Command Staff learned of the situation, they immediately took action with respect to the members involved.

Because Vermont law is clear

that internal investigations are not matters of public record, the Vermont State Police is unable to say anything further at this time,” the statement said.

State Police Col. Matthew Birmingham declined comment beyond the department issued statement.

The Vermont Department of Public Safety, which oversees state police, initially denied a public records request seeking information about the four troopers. After a request for reconsideration, the state police opted to provide some material.

social media platform to communicate newsletters. School assemblies are and plan e-cigarette use, in terms of in the works to further impress upon who has a device and where they will students the health consequences and meet for a vaping session. illegality of using e-cigarettes.

• Students are finding it easy to ‘SECOND CHANCE’ hide their vaping devices while in Cornellier on Tuesday confirmed school. Some clothing manufacturers Mount Abe has been accepted to are making it harder by outfitting some participate in “Second Chance,” a of their garments with inconspicuous program created by the Colorado e-cigarette pouches and pockets.

Department of Public Health. Second • Students are buying e-cigarettes Chance is a web-based tobacco and cartridges online, including on education program for middle and high eBay, while also asking school kids who have older friends to buy “Many people violated their school’s or supplies at local stores. community’s tobacco or who vape end Cornellier has recently e-cigarette policy. It is a up going to seen 7th- and 8th-graders free online, interactive ask older students cigarettes.” and self-directed — Middlebury offering intended to be to either use their Police Chief used as an alternative to e-cigarettes or get info on Tom Hanley suspension, according to where to purchase them.

So he’s concerned about the program literature. the potential for an ongoing stream of Second Chance, Cornellier students hooked on vaping. believes, could initially be made Like Hanley, he’s concerned about mandatory for Mount Abe’s smoking/ e-cigarettes’ versatility. He said he’s vaping offenders, but a version of it already heard of cases of students could become a helpful informational Juuling THC oil. THC is the chemical tool for the entire student body in cannabis that creates the “high.”

Mount Abe officials will vet the And Vermont has now legalized Second Chance program before using possession of small quantities of pot. it, according to Cornellier, who’s Mount Abraham, Middlebury and also creating an informational slide Vergennes union high schools are all show about vaping and e-cigarettes taking steps to battle the e-cigarette that he’ll make available to parents problem on their respective during parent-teacher conferences campuses. The dangers of vaping next spring. are being explained in health classes, Vergennes Police Chief George and schools are sending related Merkel said he’s been alerted to a few information home to parents through cases of e-cigarette use at VUHS, but

called the number of transgressions “very minimal.”

That said, Merkel knows the number of people caught isn’t necessarily a true reflection of the problem.

“We know it’s going on,” he said, adding, “this doesn’t bode well, because it is easy to mask what you’re doing with an e-cigarette.”

Brooks believes VUHS officials have done a good job ensuring students don’t have many opportunities to secretly smoke or vape during the school day. Classes are tightly scheduled and restrooms are shared by students and staff, according to Brooks.

She’s recently been given a big assist to local e-cigarette elimination efforts, in the form of a $4,500 grant to each of the high schools and Middlebury Union Middle School to create local programming.

“This is very much a grassroots effort and there will be a lot of trial and error,” Brooks said.

The goal, she said, is to “weed out what does and doesn’t work and make the (successful) programs part of a future strategic plan” to combat the vaping problem.

Hanley is many hoping the schools’ e-cigarette programs are successful.

“Any time you get young people addicted to something, it creates its own set of problems,” Hanley said.

“The healthier the town, the more peaceful the town.”

Vaping (Continued from Page 1A) “Kids who would never entertain the idea of smoking cigarettes are Juuling.”

“Juul” has become one of the more popular vaping devices, in part because it’s compact and easy to hide.

A Juul e-cigarette cartridge (also known as a “pod”) gives the smoker around 200 puffs and transmits about as much nicotine as a pack of cigarettes, according to the federal Food and Drug Administration.

Nicotine use during adolescence and young adulthood has been associated with lasting cognitive and behavioral impairments, including effects on working memory and attention, according to the American Lung Association. In high enough doses, SURVEYS SHOW THAT teenagers’ use of electronic cigarettes is going nicotine is also a poison — children up, despite the dangers that such “vaping” poses. The compact vaping have been harmed or even died from devices make it easier for students to hide their use of e-cigarettes. drinking e-cigarette liquid, according officials began to notice sporadic substances in varying concentrations. to the American Lung Association.

“You can condense the dose, and e-cigarette use among students last In addition to being harmful, vaping that’s inherently dangerous,” Hanley year, but added the activity increased isn’t cheap. greatly this spring with the advent Online, a Juul device kit costs said.

“Hopefully it’s a passing fad that of Juul technology. She believes the $34.99, and a four-pack of pods costs Addison Central School District will start to go away.” $15.99. students’ use of e-cigarettes is You must be at least 18 years old to WILL IT GO AWAY? But for now, vaping is on the rise, mirroring the nationwide trend. buy e-cigarettes.

And that’s not good.

Area schools have woven according to the results of the 2018 “I know from talking to my possession and use of e-cigarettes into National Youth Tobacco Survey issued colleagues throughout the state… their respective tobacco bans. MUHS by the FDA: • Approximately 1.5 million more that (vaping) is a pretty common Principal Bill Lawson said, “Clearly, we’ve seen a shift from kids who were students used e-cigarettes this year, phenomenon that all of a sudden happened because of the availability concerned about using cigarettes, to compared to last year.

• Around 21 percent of this new technology,” Lawson now using this vaping of high school students said. “Clearly, we’ve seen a shift from technology.” surveyed nationwide kids who were concerned about using Lawson said MUHS “Kids who confessed to using cigarettes, to now using this vaping staff have the authority would never e-cigarettes in 2018, technology.” to permanently entertain the compared to 11.7 The schools have found an ally confiscate e-cigarettes idea of smoking percent in 2017. That’s a in Jesse Brooks, Addison County from those possessing 78-percent increase. prevention coordinator based at the the devices on campus. cigarettes are • Approximately 5 United Way in Middlebury.

Vermont police can Juuling.” issue a civil ticket, — MUHS prevention percent of middle school ADDRESSING THE PROBLEM surveyed Brooks on Nov. 14 met in Vergennes specialist students carrying a $25 fine, Brooke Jette nationwide admitted to with representatives of all three to juveniles found in using e-cigarettes this county high schools and the Vermont possession of vaping supplies — the same penalty for being year, up from 3.3 percent in 2017. Department of Health to discuss That’s a 48-percent surge. strategies for attacking the vaping a minor in possession of tobacco.

What’s particularly discouraging to issue.

Middlebury Police Chief Tom Participating at that meeting was Hanley said his officers have issued 13 state and federal health care officials is tickets thus far to local minors caught that students’ use of tobacco had been Ryan Cornellier, Mount Abraham with tobacco or vaping devices. in steady decline since 2015, ebbing to Union High School’s health and Police ticketed three MUHS students a low of 19 percent for high schoolers wellness coordinator. He estimates on Monday for e-cigarette-related and 5 percent for middle schoolers as much as 60 percent of the Mount in 2017. Vaping is now reversing the Abe student population could be using offenses, according to Hanley. e-cigarettes.

He’s concerned about both the healthful trend.

“Many people who vape end up Other disturbing trends, according health impacts and the versatility of to officials at the Nov. 14 meeting: e-cigarettes, in terms of their ability going to cigarettes,” Hanley noted.

Jette said she and other MUHS • Youths are using the SnapChat to convey a variety of dangerous

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Climate change calamity confronts a world struggling to cut emissions This Wednesday, at the 24th annual U.N. climate conference being held in Poland, scientists around the world agreed on one sobering finding: global emissions of carbon dioxide have reached the highest levels on record — despite world-wide efforts, pacts and promises by nations around the world to cut emissions.

Scientists found that between 2014 and 2016 (as the Paris Climate Accord was being enacted in 2015) carbon dioxide emissions had remained largely flat — giving environmentalists and world leaders hope that they could turn the tide and begin to reverse some of the damage done.

But global emissions increased by 1.6 percent in 2017 and are expected to be 2.7 percent higher in 2018 — a period in which President Trump rose to power, has threatened to pull the U.S. out of the Paris accord, and has worked steadily to boost fossil fuel production and consumption.

This news comes on the heels of other dire scientific reports recently released that suggest the hazards of climate change are happening faster than predicted. Scientists now say that nations have barely a decade to take “unprecedented action” to cut emissions in half by 2030, if the world is to prevent the worst consequences.

In a nearly 1,700-page report released by the Trump administration on the day after Thanksgiving (widely criticized as an attempt to bury the news because the report refutes Trump’s rhetoric and policies), the authors made it clear that the world was headed toward “catastrophic ― perhaps irreversible ― climate change.” The report, which is required by law to be updated and released publicly every four years, was authored by more than 300 researchers and scientists from more than a dozen federal agencies. It concluded that warming “could increase by 9°F (5°C) or more by the end of this century,” if worldwide efforts do not significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

But temperatures don’t have to increase 9 degrees to be crippling to the worldwide economy or cause horrific damage. In an October report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, a consortium of researchers said that if emission weren’t cut in half over the next 12 years to avoid warming of just 2.3 degrees Fahrenheit, damages of $54 trillion annually would be conceivable — in fires, floods, hurricanes and typhoons and other climate-related disasters.

The U.S. report noted that last year was the second hottest in the United States causing a record $306 billion in damages in this country alone, and this year is expected to rival those losses.

Almost inconceivably, as the past 16 of 17 years have been the hottest years on record globally, the Trump administration is moving full-steam ahead to remove the long-established barriers preventing fossil fuel exploration in Alaska’s pristine Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. He and a Republican-led Congress have done so in an attempt to lock in oil drilling permits before the 2020 elections, even though production is expensive there and the world currently has a glut of oil in the marketplace. He has also rolled back safeguards adopted after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and has already approved the first oil production facility in the Arctic waters off Alaska. It’s all senseless and idiotic, which, sadly, is representative of this administration.

That said, let me direct your attention to an excellent letter in today’s Independent (Page 5A) by Willa Brown that reflects on the reasons why governments are finding it so difficult to curb carbon dioxide emissions, and the personal responsibility it will take to get us all to change.

Angelo Lynn

Disturbing news for democracy In Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio and Missouri, legislators led by Republicans are using this lame-duck session (that time between the Nov. 6 General Election and the start of the new administration in January) to pass a slew of state laws that would either reduce power of the incoming Democratic governors or attorney generals, push for more restrictive voting rights and make it more difficult for citizens to directly influence legislation.

In each case, it’s a power grab by Republicans who either lost the election to Democrats and are changing the rules before the transition, or they are upset with citizen initiatives that place limits on Republicans in power.

The actions are stunning in their rejection of the public will. In Wisconsin, in particular, the Republican-led Legislature made no bones about why they stripped away the powers of Governor-elect Tony Evers: they were afraid his more liberal agenda would reverse some of the draconian provisions put in place by defeated Gov. Scott Walker.

Thousands of protesters have demonstrated against the Republican’s actions, expressing their anger and outrage, but Republicans pressed ahead this week and passed the bills. Time will tell how voters will respond two years from now.

Meanwhile, in Michigan and Missouri, efforts by Republican legislators are trying to undo citizen-pass amendments that had imposed limits on how self-serving their state legislatures could be.

In Michigan where newly elected Democrats will also become governor and attorney general, the Republican-controlled Legislature is working quickly to pass a new law to give themselves control over court cases involving the state, as well as a law that would strip powers from the secretary of state. One intent is to prevent the Sec. of State, a Democrat, from creating provisions that could make it easier to register and vote.

Republican leaders there are also trying to gut popular citizen-initiated laws that mandated paid sick leave and an increase in the minimum wage from $9.25 to $12 by 2022.

In Missouri, citizens overwhelming passed a constitutional amendment that focused on preventing corruption and extreme gerrymandering.

Dubbed as “Clean Missouri,” the citizen-initiated amendment bars legislators from accepting lobbying gifts over $5 and bars former state officials from accepting a lobbying job for two years after leaving office.

The measure also changed the process for drawing up legislative districts to make it more reflective of the true demography. Republicans are trying to weaken the measure, which passed with 62 percent of the public’s support.

In Ohio, Republicans still control both the governor’s office and Legislature, but apparently that’s not enough. Republicans in the Legislature, with the governor-elect’s blessing, are working to make it almost impossible to pass citizen amendments. Why? Because earlier this year voters in Ohio overwhelming passed a constitutional amendment to restrict gerrymandering, an action that could put the Republicans’ dominance at risk.

These are not the typical acts of the outgoing party tying up a few loose ends before turning over power. On the contrary, these are clear actions that put the party above the welfare of the voters. It’s yet another sign of the Republican Party losing its way — and of a nation put at risk by a political party willing to undermine democracy for its own gain. Trumplike, to be sure, but as un-American in spirit as can be.

Angelo Lynn

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ONE OF THE lighter weight wrestlers looks at the photographer as the rest of the Mount Abraham Union High School wrestling squad prepares themselves for a team photo this week. Look for our Winter Sports Report in next Thursday’s Addison Independent.

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Open letter to Sen. Bernie Sanders

One of my husband’s favorite t-shirts bears your image, or at least an image of your wild hair, and your glasses. It also bears the number 2016, the year we hoped you would prevail in the Democratic primary, and then continue on to become our 45th president. You don’t need me to tell you that things didn’t quite work out the way we wished.

I’m writing you this letter because I was dismayed to read a quote from you that seemed to excuse voters who chose not to cast their ballots for politicians of color, like Stacey Abrams or Andrew Gillum, who were running for Governor in Georgia and Florida, respectively. In your interview with the Daily Beast you said, “I think you know there are a lot of white folks out there who are not necessarily racist who felt uncomfortable for the first time in their lives about whether or not they wanted

By Joanna to vote for an African-American.”

Colwell Later, in a clarifying statement to NPR, you said that any votes Gillum or Abrams lost over their race were entirely due to what you called racist campaigns run by their Republican opponents.

It seems like you are willing to characterize the campaigns as racist, but not the voters who lapped up that racism and marked their ballots accordingly.

I am writing this because I think you, like many older, Progressive, white Americans, seem to be on the cusp of making an important realization about white supremacy and the way it plays out in all of our lives. On the one hand, you know that racism is real, that it causes untold pain and suffering to Americans of color. On the other hand, you are reluctant to admit that you, or really any white working person in America today, is actually racist.

So allow me to offer a little help, in the hopes that this

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may also be useful to other white, Progressive, Liberal Americans. We are racist! We can’t help it! We have been raised in a country that insists we are all created equal, yet patently denies equality on the basis of skin color in every institution in our supposedly democratic society. Just a quick reminder (all statistics from the excellent book

by Robin DiAngelo, “White Fragility”): The ten richest Americans are 100 percent white. The U.S. Congress is 90 percent white. U.S. governors are 96 percent white.

People who decide which TV shows we see are 93 percent white. Full-time college professors are 84 percent white.

With all of this whiteness dominating our governmental, educational and cultural institutions, is it any wonder that biases against people of color continue to poison our minds and hearts?

Think of it this way, because I know you care deeply about the environment: pollution emanates from coal powered plants, oil refineries, and manufacturing.

These toxins affect our air, water, and soil, and make their way into our bodies, even affecting our DNA. It’s not our FAULT when we get sick from breathing poisoned air; we couldn’t help but absorb the pollutants into our lungs.

Racism is a little like that. It surrounds us in the news we read, the curriculum at our elementary school, the movie that depicts yet another Black man as a drug addict or criminal instead of as a loving father, brilliant scientist, or caring school principal.

The pollution of racism is not only found in images depicting Black criminality, but in messages of white superiority. We are inundated with these lies from our (See Ways of Seeing, Page 5A)

Christmas cookies or consequences

Last year, I started my holiday baking the day after “nuances of butter” part, doesn’t see the problem.

Thanksgiving. By getting an early start and pacing my“If you like cookies,” he says, “eat them. It’s the self, I reasoned, I could build up a varied inventory and holidays.” be able to hand out plates of goodies to all, right through This from a man who can have two snickerdoodles beChristmas. fore bed and then fall asleep while I lie awake salivating, I bought butter and sugar by the case, sharpened my envisioning the remaining supply downstairs. What if the cookie cutters, generously floured every flat surface in house gets burgled during the night and the bad guys take the house and started cranking out cookies. The Keebler the cookies? And does our homeowners’ insurance cover elves could have taken some lessons in mass production. baked goods, which it should, given the price of butter The theory — bake early and often — was logical and these days? well intentioned. And, had I wrapped and frozen each Not only does Mark not fret about splurging over batch of cookies and bars as they came Christmas, he can work off any out of the oven, I would have been able holiday weight gain with a week of to spread Christmas cheer — in the tra“dieting” (doing a few burpees and ditional form of refined carbohydrates skipping dessert).

— to all our family and friends.

I have neither his willpower nor But my plan ignored a key variable: his metabolism. human nature. Specifically, my human Last year, I didn’t even try to fight nature. I can’t walk past a plate of it. “After all, it’s Christmas,” I told freshly baked cookies without having myself, joyfully succumbing to over

By Jessie Raymond a month of unfettered cookie conone. And, in 50 years, I have yet to stop at just one. sumption. I didn’t count exactly how One cookie is just a warmup. I many I ate; let’s just say that, on any require subsequent cookies to truly savor the nuances given December night, burglars would have left hungry. of butter, cinnamon and vanilla; to embrace the chewy But I woke up on New Year’s Day with a cookie yet soft texture that reminds me of Christmases past and hangover. It took weeks for me to get back to my normal makes me feel warm and content. If one cookie is a good levels of health and energy. Cookies, even the ones with start, three — which happens to be the number of Wise green sprinkles, are not good for you.

Men — is even better.

This year has to be different.

But why stop there? Eight cookies means one for each Here we are in the first week of December, and — of Santa’s reindeer — nine, if you count Rudolph. And, much to Mark’s consternation — I have yet to bake a hey, there are 12 days of Christmas … single Christmas cookie. Oh, they’ll be coming. I’m just You see how it goes with me. trying to prolong the epic battle between conscience and Mark, who rolls his eyes as soon as I start in on the (See Jessie, Page 5A)

Around the bend

With two kids in college and two taking college tours I have spent a great deal of time in some of America’s most iconic college towns. Most are very similar to Middlebury, with the quaint downtowns parents expect to see.

All the college towns I have visited are dissimilar to Middlebury in one key respect. Every other college downtown I have toured, including others in Vermont and New Hampshire, include judiciously placed and well-appointed franchises. Yes, I said it, franchises.

I was once an ardent opponent of franchises occupying our buildings downtown; however, evolution is crucial to survival and one must think long and hard if on a path no one else is taking. The world has changed and so have college towns and the seasonal residents therein.

Middlebury is in a heap of trouble and grasping at straws to get out of it. Necessity is the mother of invention and the clock is ticking.

Any parent or student touring other colleges in Middlebury’s wheelhouse will see a tasteful smattering of carefully selected and vetted chains. Yes. I said it — chains — with the experience, funding, and economy of scale to successfully provide the products and services Americans now expect.

The mom and pop era is charming but outdated and destined to fail. Vermont is the creator of several successful local chains that currently dot many towns in Vermont and New Hampshire with bustling businesses. I have reached out to several of them, but have been met with trepidation as it is common knowledge that in the past Middlebury has not shared an open attitude to franchises demonstrated by other towns. I suggest that the Town of Middlebury reach out to some of Vermont’s finest and invite them to include Middlebury in their portfolio of proven success for the benefit of all.

Anders Holm Middlebury

Headlines not deerly beloved Oh deer, the Addison Independent Nov. 29 headlines were quite confusing. “Big bucks spent in county elections” and “Hunters stay on track for record deer count.” At first glance I had an image of eightpoint big bucks tired and exhausted by their electioneering. Are our local deer the ones who put up all of those campaign signs? Or, are you referring to all of the doe spent on the elections? There was indeed an excessive amount of fawning over various candidates in your letters to the editor, even as others protested that some were taking pot shots that should not be allowed. Was the record count by hunters referring to the too-close-to-call prosecutor’s race? What a lovely image — hunters in camouflage carefully examining ballots and, I presume, taking their results to the local weighing station for verification? At least the letter from a coyote made sense. Ah, only in Vermont.

Randy Kritkausky Whiting

Store of dreams now on market My name is Margo Roleau, and my husband John and I own Village Green Market in the New Haven Village. The store has been serving this community for over 200 years and we have owned it for just under 2 years.

In November of 2016 we received word from our neighbors who owned it at the time, that if someone didn’t buy the store before the end of the year they were going to close the doors.

Not being able to fathom a New Haven without the store, we quickly struck a deal, temporarily closed the store and got to work giving it a much-needed interior face-lift. Since reopening in February of 2017, we have worked hard to build up an inventory and menu that will attract locals and visitors alike, while keeping the community and country store feel that it has always had.

We have many, many dreams for all the wonderful things the store could do. Reviving the store has been so important to us, but (See Letter, Page 5A)

Addison Independent, Thursday, December 6, 2018 — PAGE 5A

Times a-changing for women in politics, or are they?

When Becca Balint was first breaking progress — then a nearly running for a Windsor County seat complete stall.

It’s easy enough to spot female in the Vermont State Senate, she got a postcard from an anonymous leaders in our state’s politics. Mitzi sender with this message: “I urge Johnson was just re-elected Speaker you to end your political ambitions of the House. Middlebury Rep. Amy Sheldon heads the commission upand stay home with your children.”

Too often even today, that’s what dating Act 250. Sue Minter was the 2016 Democratic nominee for govit’s like for women in politics.

But the times may be a-changing. ernor. The GOP’s Barbara Snelling was lieutenant governor When over 100 women for two terms. ran for the U.S. House of In last month’s Representatives in 1992, elections, the legislait was known as the Year tive contingent from of the Woman. This Addison County added year more than twice one additional woman that number ran for the when Mari Cordes won House, and over 100 of a House seat in the them were elected. It’s district covering Bristol, the first time that more Lincoln, Starksboro and than one-quarter of the Monkton.

House will be women.

Over 40 percent of Compare that to when Vermont’s legislators Rep. Nancy Pelosi came are women. But — and to Congress in 1987. In here’s the “stall” part that era, says New York — Vermont came close Times writer Robert to achieving that figure Draper, the few women in 1993. Since then the in the House were regarded by the some- by Gregory Dennis percentage of women legislators has barely times-piggish men who budged. ran the place as being We’ve had only one female little more than “broads, dames” and governor — Madeleine Kunin, who much worse.

Women in the media were subject- left office 28 years ago — and the ed to similar slurs. The columnist Congressional glass ceiling remains Maureen Dowd recalls that when she well in place. Even Maine, which was chief White House correspon- is similarly underpopulated, had dent for the Times, Rush Limbaugh Margaret Chase Smith as its U.S. referred to her and other women in Senator from 1949 to 1973. Now with the racist Cindy Hyde-Smith the media as “reporterettes.”

During Pelosi’s early years in the becoming a Mississippi senator, we House she pushed for larger roles are the only state to have never sent for women in the House hierarchy. a woman to Congress.

Women account for only 20 The all-male leadership responded by saying, “Tell us what you women percent of Vermont’s selectboard members. While nearly 300 people want and we’ll pass it for you.”

But Pelosi had a different idea have been elected to statewide office about the proper role of women. in our state’s history, only 11 have “No one gives you power,” she told been women. Political life is even Draper. “You have to take it from tougher for women of color. Kiah Morris, the only African-American them.”

And take it she did. As the first woman in the Vermont House, refemale Speaker of the House, she became second in line to the presidency. Her crowning policy achievement was to deliver enough votes for the Affordable Care Act, providing health coverage for mil(Continued from Page 4A) lions more people.

Yet Pelosi remains the Republican having three kids age six and Party’s favorite punching bag. Those under and owning and operating attacks are an obvious appeal to the another business right next door sexism that is still strong in an elec- has stretched us quite thin these torate where more women voted for past few years. We find that there Donald Trump than Hillary Clinton. are not enough hours in the day to And of course Clinton herself has do all the things we have dreamed long been a target for being “uppity.” up. So, with that in mind, we have Today Clinton is enduring the listed our beloved store for sale, in Siberia of defeated presidential the hope that we will find someone nominees. But Pelosi is poised to who will love it and give it the time and energy it deserves so return to power.

The walls that were built by stale pale males are beginning to crumble, at least in the Democratic Party. For the first time, four key party organizations are now headed by women, who lead the committees to develop Senate, House, gubernatorial and legislative candidates.

A Time magazine cover story last January featured nearly 50 women candidates worth watching. One of them, Greta Neubauer, was a recent Middlebury College grad who had just been elected to the Wisconsin Legislature.

And here in Vermont we solved political gender equality a long time ago, right?

Wrong.

The story of women in Vermont politics is one of early, ground-

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cently resigned after enduring racist harassment.

But women voters and candidates powered a blue wave this year. At least nationally, women are again rightfully claiming a larger share of political power.

Hillary Clinton, let’s not forget, outpolled Donald Trump by nearly 3 million votes. The massive Women’s March in Washington followed, with breathtaking speed, upon Trump’s ascension to the presidency (thanks to the outdated Electoral College). I was no fan of those pussy hats. But looking at the masses that gathered around America for scores of similar marches, many of us saw a new era where women’s voices would not be denied, interrupted, or mansplained away.

Indeed, even Nancy Pelosi is feeling the heat from young women leaders such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, an outspoken progressive and the youngest woman ever to be elected to Congress. When new House members recently gathered in Washington, one of the first things Ocasio-Cortez did was to join a sit-in at Pelosi’s office, demanding a Green New Deal to combat climate change.

As for Becca Balint, who got that postcard telling her to stay home with the kids and mind her own business? She was just chosen again by her colleagues to be the State Senate Majority Leader. She’s also a co-mother of two children and, after years of teaching in schools and then launching a political career, a proud exemplar of what women can accomplish in politics.

How times have changed. And how far we still have to go, even here in Vermont.

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

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Letters to the Editor Mandatory measures needed to preserve the planet For those of you following international news, you may be aware that the UN has recently released several reports on the climate crisis.

The first one shows a consensus that we have much less time — between 10 and 20 years — to avoid a global catastrophe. The second reveals that we have done less in terms of emissions reduction than even our least ambitious targets.

In other words, our children are facing a world that will no longer be habitable and yet we are doing nearly nothing to prevent it.

This raises a number of follow-up questions: one, do we still have enough time to avoid a collapse of the earth as we know it? Two, will we? As far as I understand it, the answer to the first is, narrowly, yes. The answer to the second is probably not.

I have come a long way in arriving at this opinion. I consider myself an optimistic person, and good at seeing things in proportion.

This has allowed me to travel widely, in challenging circumstances, and come away full of hope and admiration for humankind.

However, in the last few years I have seen our system fail completely in addressing the single most important issue of our time.

I see many, many reasons for this, too numerous to list here. Many of them are beyond the power of indi-

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buy a new vehicle over solar panels.

It makes us consume, consume, consume, not because we need it but because it’s gratifying, and to eat meat not because we need its nutrients but because it’s tasty.

We talk about anything but the climate crisis because it is so deeply terrifying. Many of these actions are understandable but they are not innocent: the cumulative effect is that we’re a society that isn’t demanding change with the sense of desperation that is necessary. We have not internalized the danger into our daily or business choices.

I hope with all of my heart that I am wrong. If I am, then we will have to see several policy changes in the next few years. First, a carbon tax. Second, end of government subsidies to the fossil fuel industry.

Third, divestment of private organizations from the fossil fuel industry. Fourth, increase in land set aside as public forestland.

We have had enough of the carrot, enough incentives, enough pleading with consumers to turn off their lights (although they should). It’s time to vote and legislate a society that can do what it takes to reduce our emissions. Perhaps your gas bill will increase slightly, but isn’t it worth it? Otherwise, tomorrow it could be your home that is burning.

Willa Brown Cornwall

Ways of Seeing (Continued from Page 4A) youth until our old age, and the only way to undo some of the bias is to consciously WORK to untangle it every day.

Bernie, I know you care deeply about people of every race and ethnicity. But you need to do a better job refining your ability to speak about these matters with sensitivity and intelligence. Yes, income inequality is terrible for almost all Americans. But it hurts people of color worse. Yes, lack of access to affordable healthcare is a travesty in this country, but health outcomes for the Black community are even worse, due to food apartheid (huge areas where no fresh food is available, often where communities of color live), as well as inequalities in treatment by biased doctors, nurses, and hospital administrators.

Please allow me to suggest the

Jessie (Continued from Page 4A) desire, and the inevitable guilt when desire wins. By starting my holiday baking two weeks later than last year, I have already ingested several dozen fewer cookies.

I’m winning.

But tradition is tradition. I can’t not bake cookies at all, or we might as well just cancel Christmas. So I’m going to make some kind of deal with myself. Maybe I’ll only allow myself to eat cookies on the weekends. Or maybe just every other day.

OK, fine, every day. But maybe just one cookie per day. No, two.

That’s as low as I can go. I’m just not cut out for deprivation.

Of course, past experience shows I have only two portion control settings when it comes to cookies: none (which only works if there are no cookies in the house) and the whole plate.

How about this: I’ll try to hold myself to two cookies per day for the month of December, and for every cookie I consume above that limit, I’ll put a dollar in a jar. Maybe, if I can’t exercise simple self-control, the threat of a cash penalty will keep my cookie inhalation tendencies in check.

It probably won’t work.

On the bright side, however, by January I should be able to buy a new iPhone.

vidual people, such as the influence of industry groups like the Koch Brothers on our politics. In the U.S., they have succeeded in making the conversation about whether or not climate change is real instead of which politics are most effective in addressing it. I can, and do, become very angry about this. Yet, this is far from the whole story. Even countries or political entities like the EU that have acknowledged the existence and urgency of climate change are struggling to meet their reduction goals.

Why? I would argue that one culprit is a form of climate denial that is far more pervasive and dangerous than the more infamous forms you see in the U.S. Congress or presidency. This is the climate denial lurking in all of us that allows us to prioritize our own comfort or entertainment or short term gain over the future of our species. It’s the type that allows us to tolerate politicians who don’t put climate action on the top of their agenda and vote to sustain fossil fuel subsidies. It’s the type that makes us shrink at a carbon tax because of some concern that our gas and heating bills might increase in the short-term. It’s the kind that makes us buy electronics for our children instead of planting them a tree, or fly halfway around the globe for a weeklong holiday. It makes us

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following steps to increase your racial IQ: • Recognize that as a progressive politician, you are not immune from bias, and you still have learning to do.

• Hire a great team to help you learn and do better. Use some of the resources working Americans have poured into your campaign coffers to hire young people of color who can help you craft policy and write speeches. You’ve done it before!

When I read the Racial Justice portion of your website, it is clear that you have some very smart people working for you. Keep diving in and learning more about how white supremacy and racist ideology

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hurt everyone. When you show us you are willing to do your inner work to dismantle racism in yourself, and call it out wherever you see it, even among the coveted white working class voters of America, it will be a powerful example of lifelong learning.

Joanna Colwell is the director of Otter Creek Yoga in Middlebury’s Marble Works District, and is a certified Iyengar yoga teacher. Joanna serves on the Board of Directors of WomenSafe, and enjoys working with her allies to dismantle the Patriarchy.

She lives in East Middlebury with her family, and welcomes feedback for this or any column: joanna@ ottercreekyoga.com.

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MIDDLBUERY — James Roland Greene, 75, of Middlebury, Vt., passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 3, 2018.

Jimmy was born in Bristol on Nov. 23, 1943, and was the eldest of four sons to James H. Greene and Arlene (Newton) Greene.

He attended the Austine School For The Deaf in Brattleboro Vt., and graduated in 1961. Shortly after, Jimmy began working for Middlebury College making many dear friends along the way. He retired from Middlebury College after almost 40 years of employment.

Jimmy loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a kind man who held a quiet dignity and was always showing his love through his actions. He moved people to be better, teaching us to listen with our hearts and show kindness and understanding.

He will be remembered as a loving brother, sweet uncle and wonderful cousin. His humble and genuine nature will be missed dearly.

CLIFFORD WILSON WILDEY He is survived by his brother, Ronald Greene of Homosassa, Fla., and by several nieces and nephews.

Jimmy was predeceased by his Timothy (Lisa Bolduc) and Peter (Heather Stewart); fifteen grand- parents and by his brothers Roger children, twenty-three great grand- and Gerald “Tinker” Greene. children and one great-great grandchild. He was dearly loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

The family wishes to thank the incredible staff of Addison County Home Health & Hospice and suggest that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to continue RUTLAND — Betty Jean their important work.

Visiting hours for friends and Webster, 74, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, family were held on Tuesday Nov. 2018, in her home.

She was born Sept. 28, 1944 in 27, from 4-7 p.m. at the SandersonDucharme Funeral Home, Middlebury, Vt., the daughter of located at 117 South Main Street, David Platt Webster and Iona G. Austin Webster. They lived on the Middlebury.

A Mass of Christian burial was Webster farm in Shoreham, Vt. celebrated on Wednesday Nov. 28, Betty graduated from Shoreham at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic High School in 1963.

She then moved to Massachusetts Church, with the Rev. Luke Austin and shared her love of cooking by as the Celebrant.

Arrangements are under the having her own catering business. direction of the Sanderson- In the 1990s she moved back to Shoreham and the Webster Farm and Ducharme Funeral Home.

Online condolences at sander- enjoyed gardening and still shared with her friends all kinds of cooking. sonfuneralservice.com.◊

Clifford Wildey, 87, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Clifford Wilson Wildey of Middlebury was called home on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018, with his wife of 65 years and two of his daughters by his side. He was 87 years old.

A big man with an even bigger heart, Cliff was a Sergeant in the Army’s 43rd infantry division, field artillery Battery B of the 192nd Battalion during the Korean War. After his time in the service, he returned to Cos Cob, Conn., where he met the love of his life, Lily A. Geoghegan of Stamford, Conn. They were married on June 6, 1953.

The son of a carpenter, Cliff learned the trade from his father and later passed it on to his sons (Chuck, Steve, Tim and Peter) and grandsons (Phillip, Adam and Tyler). Cliff was also involved with the Goldens Bridge, N.Y., Volunteer Fire Department until moving his wife and seven children to Cornwall, Vt., in the early 70’s.

There he fulfilled a dream of being a farmer (beef and dairy) while working as a carpenter for Cole Construction in Vergennes, Vt. His accomplishments while in the construction trade are all over White Plains, N.Y., parts of western Connecticut and the Champlain Valley of Vt. His construction company was responsible for building what is known today as “Twin Circles” in Middlebury.

Cliff loved a challenge. He learned to sail on Lake Champlain and owned a small sailboat. He was very handy and once fixed the school bus that stalled in front of the house with a piece of tin foil.

Clifford was predeceased by his sister, Adella, brothers Robert, Kenneth and William, and by his son, Stephen. He leaves his wife Lily (Geoghegan), six children and their spouses: Cynthia (Rob Looney), Charles (Mary Jo Mroczenski), Kathleen (Dutton Smith), Barbara (Kendall Severy),

JAMES ROLAND GREENE The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Helen Porter for their support and compassion.

Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495 Arrangements are under the direction of the Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home.

Online condolences at sandersonfuneralservice.com. ◊

Betty Webster, 74, formerly of Shoreham She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Survivors include a sister, Beth Woods, of Bath, N.H., a granddaughter Amber and great-granddaughter Judith of California, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by an infant brother David Webster.

A special thank you to dear friend Debbie Williams of Cornwall for taking care of her.

A memorial service will be at a later date. Contributions may be made to Rutland Visiting Nurses Association. Arranges are made by Clifford Funeral Home of Rutland.◊

Winter items for sale at Grange in Granville, Dec. 8 GRANVILLE — The Moss Glen Grange will be having a winter coat, hat and mitten sale on Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9, from 9 a.m.-noon, at the

Moss Glen Grange Hall at 82 Post Office Hill Road. Organizers are accepting donations of winter apparel for the sale. Anyone with donations can leave them at the

drop-off box at the Granville General Store. For more information call 802-767-4600.

On the same days the Grange will host a holiday bazaar and

bake sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the same location and is looking for vendors. For more information call 802-767-4600.

Planned Parenthood gets $15K health care grant ADDISON COUNTY — Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) recently received a threeyear, $15,000 grant from the Walter Cerf Community Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation to provide high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care to women, men, and teens in Addison County.

The funding will support access to family planning and preventive health services for low-income patients at

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Planned Parenthood’s health center in Middlebury. The health center, which moved to its new location at 1330 Exchange St. in October 2017, serves more than 800 patients each year.

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Vergennes police go above, beyond Church seeks help fighting hunger in Haiti

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — Vergennes Police Chief George Merkel at last week’s city council meeting handed out Meritorious Service Awards to members of his department for heroism, compassion, the successful investigation of a crime spree, and dedication to traffic safety. Merkel also publicly promoted a veteran officer.

Probably the most dramatic recognition went to Officer Mark Stacey, who this spring ran into the United Technologies Corp. Building on Panton Road after an explosion.

Stacey, Merkel said, entered the smoke-filled building to help employees evacuate “despite the possibility of a second explosion due to volatile materials within.”

Officers Mark Barber and Officer Jill Harter were recognized for arresting the man who broke into 18 vehicles and stole money and items from many of them between May and July 2018, both in Vergennes and surrounding towns. As well as citations related to the vehicle breakins, Merkel noted police also cited the suspect for aggravated domestic assault and an outstanding arrest warrant.

Sergeant Jason Ouellette and Officer Adam O’Neill were honored for what Merkel called their “extreme restraint and compassion” in dealing with a man suffering from a traumatic brain injury who was disorderly while at the Three Squares Café. Merkel noted that Ouellette and O’Neill were praised by customer and staff members on the scene and later by mental health professionals for the officers’ patience and sensitivity in persuading the man to leave

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Merkel also referenced the Merkel surprised longtime Officer recently obtained $195,000 state Patrick Greenslet by promoting him and federal grant that is funding to corporal. Greenslet is a 31-year Stacey’s position, which will allow law enforcement veteran who has the department to coordinate traffic served in Vergennes for 18 years. safety efforts with Middlebury and Merkel also honored both Bristol police, and help fund them in Greenslet and Stacey for their work all three departments. Merkel is optiin motor vehicle mistic the grant enforcement. Merkel will be renewed noted that Stacey, “I can’t emphaon an annual basis. who will soon size enough how Merkel told start serving as a the council the countywide traffic valuable these department will safety coordinator guys are to the remain commitwhile continuing ted to commuto work out of the community of nity policing and city department, Vergennes.” to the safety of conducted 478 trafVergennes. fic stops and ticketed — Vergennes Police Chief “We value the George Merkel support and coop278 drivers, while issuing almost 200 eration with our warnings. Greenslet conducted 319 community and we will continue to traffic stops and issued 18 citations work on developing our relationship for impaired driving. with our citizens and specifically our Merkel said that he also nominated youth,” he said. “We will also be Ouellette for the American Legion focusing on individual and collective Vermont Law Enforcement Officer training this next year to improve the of the Year “due to his exceptional department’s overall effectiveness leadership skills, job skills, mentor- and capabilities.” ship,” and successful criminal and And he praised his officers. narcotics investigations.

“I can’t emphasize enough how Merkel also noted that Officer valuable these guys are to the Mark Barber had successfully community of Vergennes,” Merkel completed training to become a Drug said. “I can’t say enough about these Recognition Expert, a designation guys.” meaning he can determine if a driver To conclude, members of the is under the influence of drugs and council and the police department his testimony carries weight in court, lined up in opposite rows for handand that Ouellette had attended a shakes, but not before Mayor Renny national tactical officers instructor Perry got a word in. course for officer response to active “Thank you, chief, for you and shooters. Since then, Merkel said, your department,” Perry said. “You Ouellette has conducted a training make us proud.” session for the department and other local officers.

Memorial Baptist is looking to do a packing event in mid-January.

Hope Changes Everything needs 289 boxes of food and the cost of a box is approximately $45. This equates to around $13,000. This is a lot to digest and to pray about. Memorial is ready to help, both in manpower and through a potential shower of blessings from a little fundraiser they are in the middle of raising funds.

Last summer, their Haiti team decided to do a cookbook fundraiser and to use the funds as seed money toward sending a team next winter. Now they are certain that this cookbook may be used by to raise the needed funds for the feeding program. They are hopeful that many other ABC churches will purchase a case of cookbooks (around $365/case), which would raise funds for the feeding program. They may not be able to reach the $13,000 goal, but, as church members say, “We have a big God and anything is possible!”

If any church or person would like to help, please contact Kathleen Smith from Memorial Baptist Church at (802) 989-2808.

Editor’s note: This story was provided

by Marie Townsend, a member of the Memorial Baptist Church.

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Memorial Baptist Church is asking Vermont friends and neighbors: Might your church be able to host such an event? Here is more information to consider: “We work through Lifeline Ministries and ABC Foods. Information can be found on their website or I will be happy to explain the process. Basically, money is raised and the number of meals packed is determined by the amount of money raised. The only outside expense is the transportation to the site and overnight accommodations for the driver and coordinator. ABC foods sends a person who leads the event. The sponsoring group provides the volunteer manpower. There is something for all ages to do. It is fun and easy and fast. Last year, we packed 70,000 meals in 3 hours.”

It takes approximately three months to get the packed food to the children in Haiti. They have enough food until March, but an event in November would help ensure that there is no gap. Might your church, along with many of the other ABC Vermont/New Hampshire churches, be able to fill this need?

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MIDDLEBURY — Memorial Baptist Church in Middlebury is partners with the organization Hope Changes Everything (hopechangeseverything.net), sending a small team to Grand Goave, Haiti, about every other year since the massive earthquake of 2010. Several members of the church sponsor children in Haiti.

Supporting and serving (alongside a local Haitian representative) in Grand Goave — helping to build houses, staffing Children’s Day — is the church’s primary foreign mission outreach.

Memorial Baptist Church recently received a distressing email from Renee at Hope Changes Everything. Based in Wilmington, N.C., the organization was devastated by Hurricane Florence.

Many of the churches in their community are struggling to help their people rebuild. Hope Changes Everything made a commitment to provide meals for the children of Grand Goave for one year. That feeding program is now in jeopardy for lack of funds and manpower. The organization reports: “We are presently committed to providing about 3,500 meals a week, which equates to 140,000 meals during the school year. We have enough food to last until March but in order to feed the

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Christmas decorating contest in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 5 p.m., downtown. Come see the holiday lights in Brandon.

Judges will be on the streets on starting at 5 p.m.

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

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

Magic on Main in Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m. Shops up and down and around Main Street will welcome holiday shoppers with special discounts, events, demonstrations, and more. More info at VergennesDowntown.org or on social media @ VergennesPartnership.

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

Mr. Chocolate in Starksboro. Thursday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m., Starksboro Public Library, Route 116. Mr. Chocolate (Stephen Ahern) uses just three ingredients to make delicious molded chocolates. These extra-smooth chocolates do need to be refrigerated as they have no wax or preservatives. Learn how he does it at his workshop. Appropriate for all ages. Limit 20. More info contact Catherine Goldsmith at 802-453-3732.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury.

Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant 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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Age Well senior luncheon in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Entertainment by Sergio. Meal served at noon of stuffed chicken breast, mashed potatoes, gravy and carrots. $5 suggested donation. Advanced tickets required — deadline Monday, Dec. 3. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. Bring your own place setting. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age.

Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-3882287 to inquire.

Toy swap/sale in Lincoln. Friday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-4 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. Continues Saturday.

Chocolate Walk in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m., downtown. Bristol’s Chocolate Walk allows you to experience a complimentary chocolate treat, courtesy of the Main Street businesses. Spend the evening browsing the stores, nibbling a delicious chocolate indulgence, and getting the holiday shop on. Over 20 unique vendors shared across multiple Main Street locations. Part of Bristol’s Cool Yule.

Candy Cane Hunt in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., on the town green. The hunt for hidden candy canes begins at the corner of the Town Green next to the Veterans Memorial. Bundle up, bring your flashlight and help Santa find them all.

Memory Tree lighting in Bristol. 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.

The Drowsy Chaperone on stage in Middlebury.

Friday, Dec. 7, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant 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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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.

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Saturday, Dec. 8, seatings at 8:30 and 10 a.m., Middlebury Inn, 16 Court Sq. Have breakfast with favorite Christmas characters.

Tickets and info at

ExperienceMiddlebury.com. Hot Cocoa Hut from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Brandon Farmer’s Market annual holiday fair in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Neshobe School, 17 Neshobe Dr. Lots of vendors. Look for maple syrup, cheese, honey, baked goods, hand knit items in wool mohair, goat milk soap, canned goods, wooden toys, dried flowers, aprons, jams and jellies, jewelry, holiday decor and more. More info contact Wendy Cijka at 802-273-2655 or cijka4@gmail.com.

Wreath Making in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 8, 9-11 a.m., Otter Creek Room, Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Learn how to make your own wreath to decorate your home for the upcoming holidays. Wreath base, assorted greenery, ribbon, berries, cones and floral wire provided. Bring pruning shears or sharp scissors and additional decorations to share. Limited space. Register at the library or laksamee.putnam@ bixbylibrary.org.

Winter coat, hat and mitten sale in Granville.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.-noon, Moss Glen Grange Hall, 82 Post Office Hill Rd. Moss Glen Grange.

Concurrent holiday bazaar and bake sale from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Accepting donations of winter apparel at the drop off box at the Granville General Store. More info at 802-767-4600.

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.

Holiday “make and take” in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, Dec. 8, noon-2 p.m., Ferrisburgh Central School, 56 Little Chicago Rd. Take the opportunity for your children to have fun making crafts and holiday gifts without the hassle and pressure of holiday shopping.

Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

More info at FCSPTO@gmail.com.

Take your picture with Santa Claus in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 1:30-3 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. 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.

King Pede card party in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center, Route 7. The evening begins with a sandwich supper and then on to the games. King Pede is a unique game that involves “trick-taking” techniques such as in Hearts and Spades or Pitch. A game of fun and skill. Come prepared to use your strategic thinking.

Rupert Wates in Brandon. *CANCELLED* Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. “The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant 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.

Green Mountain Club hike or 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.

Community breakfast in Orwell. Sunday, Dec. 9, 8-10:30 a.m., Orwell Town Hall, 436 Main St. An all-you-can-eat breakfast of scrambled eggs, home fries, hash, bacon, sausage, pancakes, French toast, sausage gravy w/ biscuits, fresh fruit, orange juice, and coffee. Tickets $8 adults/$4 kids 12 & under.

More info contact John R. Tester, jtester2663@gmail. com or 802-989-3760.

Winter coat, hat and mitten sale in Granville. Sunday, Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-noon, Moss Glen Grange Hall, 82 Post Office Hill Rd. Moss Glen Grange. Concurrent holiday bazaar and bake sale from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Accepting donations of winter apparel at the drop off box at the Granville General Store. More info at 802-767-4600.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” on stage in Middlebury.

Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant 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.

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 (1460-1518), 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.

Caroling party in South Starksboro. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m., Jerusalem Schoolhouse, 782 Jerusalem Rd. Carols, cookies, beverages and Santa. Join in this afternoon of holiday cheer. Questions? Call 802-453-4573.

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 Pianist Paul Orgel in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 9, 3-4:40 p.m., Middlebury Community Music Center, 6 Main St. Join the MCMC when pianist Orgel plays works by Joseph Haydn in this benefit for the center.

Suggested donation at the door: $10 general admission, $20 generous admission.

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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Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes.

Monday, Dec. 10, 11:15 a.m., KB Café, Kennedy Bros, Main St. Arrive after 11:15 a.m. Enjoy baked ham, mashed potatoes, sweet potato salad, roll, and ginger bread. 72 hours advanced notice required.

Call Michelle to reserve

Schtick perfected

“THE DROWSY CHAPERONE” continues its run at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 6-8, at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m., at Town Hall Theater, 68 South Pleasant St. Come and experience the laughter.

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Marcello with the temptress, Musetta, and Rodolfo with their neighbor, the lovely and modest Mimi. All go through the extremes of the human existence with experiences of both love and loss. More details and tickets at barnopera.com.

“Almost, Maine” on stage in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., A.R.T. Black Box Theater, Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave. Come see the latest offering by Addison Repertory Theater, which the New York Times calls “a series of nine amiably absurdist vignettes about love, with a touch of good-natured magic realism … witty, romantic, unsentimental. A beautifully structured play, with nifty surprise endings (most but not all of them happy).” Call the box office now to reserve tickets at 802-382-1036.

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Early Music Christmas

AMARYLLIS A CAPELLA ensemble brings it’s 15th and 16th century-based music to the area with concerts in Lincoln on Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m. at the United Church of Lincoln and again on Monday, Dec. 10, at St. Stephen’s Church in Middlebury at 7:30 p.m.

802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided.

Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Glenn Miller Orchestra: “In The Christmas Mood” in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. It’s a night of holiday favorites with the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Hear classics like “Sleigh Ride,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “Jingle Bells,” alongside Miller staples including “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “In the Mood.”

Amaryllis in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main 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 (1460-1518), 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.

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Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes.

Tuesday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Doors open at 10 a.m. for bingo and coffee hour. VASA monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m.

Meal at noon of sweet-n-sour pork, vegetable rice pilaf, spinach, wheat dinner roll and pineapple tidbits.

Bring your own place setting. 72 hours advanced notice required. $5 suggested donation. 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.

New Haven River Anglers Association meeting in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 11, 7-8:30, Swift House Inn, 25 Stewart Ln. Local guide Andrew Masenas and former guide John Synnott will talk about winter fishing tactics and opportunities in Vermont and around Lake Champlain. They will be sharing and tying some fly patterns for the cold water and pointing out several locations winter fishing is legal. Bring a vice if you would like to spin up a few of these flies.

Most supplies provided, 8/0 thread in black helpful.

6:30 p.m. cash bar and social time. More info contact Paul Scaramucci at 802-989-5748.

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Age Well senior luncheon in Shoreham.

Wednesday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m., Halfway House, Route 22A. Doors open and meal served at 11 a.m. until all are served. Menu includes chicken and biscuits, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetable, and dessert. Bridport Senior Citizen’s Meeting at the Bridport Masonic Hall at 12:15 pm.

72 hours advanced notice required, call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. $5 suggested donation does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

Middle school concert in Vergennes. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m., Auditorium, Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd. Come hear instrumental and vocal music from local middle schoolers. The concert will feature the Middle School Chorus, Middle School Concert Band and the Jazz Jammers.

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Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes.

Thursday, Dec. 13, 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 roast pork with warm applesauce, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat dinner roll and chocolate pudding. Bring your own place setting. 72 hours advanced notice required. Call Michelle to reserve 802-377-1419. Open to anyone age 60 and up and their spouse of any age. Free ride may be provided. Call ACTR at 802-388-2287 to inquire.

MiddNight at the Teen Center in Middlebury.

Thursday, Dec. 13, 3-8 p.m., Addison Central Teens, 77 Mary Hogan Dr. Teen friendly holiday games and snacks. Free.

The Great Vermont Flood of 1927 presentation in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 3-4 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Join Middlebury College Professor Emeritus Nick Clifford when he delivers this talk on one of Vermont’s most trying natural disasters. Free and open to the public.

Artists reception in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 4-6 p.m., Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Route 7 South. A closing reception for Marcia Parker and Marshall Eddy, whose pottery is now on display.

Refreshments served.

Midd Night Stroll in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 5-8 p.m., downtown and the Marble Works.

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

Festival of St. Lucia in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 7:30-8:30 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. Help celebrate the arrival of light in this traditional celebration of St. Lucia, who brought food to the Christians in the catacombs of ancient Rome by freeing up both of her hands by wearing a crown of candles. Her story is told through song by participating members of St. Stephen’s youth, members of the Nordic Chorus of Londonderry and George Matthew Jr., St. Stephen’s organist. Free. All are welcome.

“Almost, Maine” on stage in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., A.R.T. Black Box Theater, Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave. Come see the latest offering by Addison Repertory Theater, which the New York Times calls “a series of nine amiably absurdist vignettes about love, with a touch of good-natured magic realism … witty, romantic, unsentimental. A beautifully structured play, with nifty surprise endings (most but not all of them happy).” Call the box office now to reserve tickets at 802-382-1036.

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Eat, Drink and Be Merry in Bristol.

Friday, Dec. 14, 5-9 p.m., downtown.

Bristol’s newest event encourages you to visit multiple unique locations on Main Street for a terrific selection of local well-known musical acts, with accompanying wines, ciders, and delicious eats.

Part of Bristol’s Cool Yule.

“Three Identical Strangers” on screen in Middlebury. *CHANGED FROM JAN. 13* Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. In 1980 New York, three young men who were all adopted meet each other and find out they’re triplets who were separated at birth. Then they discover why.

Don’t miss this startling and riveting documentary feature, winner of the Special Jury Prize at Sundance 2018, from director Tim Wardle. Part of the MNFF Winter Screening Series. Tickets $13.

Addison County Gospel Choir in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 14, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol, Park St. After hearing delightful harmonies of the season, a live nativity will join the concert and be followed

by Christmas cookies in the festive hall. Admission is free, but food for the Have a Heart Food Shelf is welcome.

Barn Opera: “La Boheme” in Brandon. Friday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Marcello the painter, and Rodolfo the poet, explore the varying degrees of love and infatuation; Marcello with the temptress, Musetta, and Rodolfo with their neighbor, the lovely and modest Mimi. All go through the extremes of the human existence with experiences of both love and loss. More details and tickets at barnopera.com.

“Almost, Maine” on stage in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., A.R.T. Black Box Theater, Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave. Come see the latest offering by Addison Repertory Theater, which the New York Times calls “a series of nine amiably absurdist vignettes about love, with a touch of good-natured magic realism … witty, romantic, unsentimental. A beautifully structured play, with nifty surprise endings (most but not all of them happy).” Call the box office now to reserve tickets at 802-382-1036.

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Green Mountain Club hike or snowshoe in Hancock. Saturday, Dec. 15, Texas Falls. Hike or snowshoe on the Texas Falls Nature Trail through forest & along Texas Brook. Loop is 1.2 miles; 70 foot elevation change.

Average hike time is 1 hour. Moderate. Contact Beth Eliason at betheliason@gmail.com for meeting time and place. Possible carpooling. More activities at gmcbreadloaf.org.

Holiday breakfast in Shoreham. Saturday, Dec. 15, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Shoreham Congregational Church, 28 School Rd. Fuel up for holiday shopping with Blueberry pancakes, French toast, sausages, home fries, egg dishes, and beverages. A great start for the day. $8 for adults/$4 for children under 12/$20 for families.

Hot Cocoa Hut in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hot cocoa and fixings for 25 cents a cup.

A Very Merry Middlebury event.

Old-fashioned visits with Santa in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Danforth Pewter Workshop, 52 Seymour St. Enjoy hot cocoa while visiting with Santa.

Toys for Tots triple feature in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 15, 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.

“La Traviata” live in HD in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Michael Mayer’s richly textured new Metropolitan Opera production, featuring a dazzling 18th-century setting that changes with the seasons. Tickets $24 adults (+$2 preservation fee)/$10 students (+1 preservation fee), available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

Take your picture with Santa Claus in Middlebury.

Saturday, Dec. 15, 1:30-3 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. Winterfest celebration in New Haven. Saturday, Dec. 15, 5 p.m., New Haven Congregational Church and town green, Town Hill Rd. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. with tasty treats and hot refreshments at the church.

The Memorial Tree Lighting at 5:30 p.m. on the town green, with decorating, wagon rides, fire barrels, s’mores, carols and Santa. Sing-along and caroling with a special guest in the church begins at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to all. ADA Accessible. More info contact Suzy Roorda at 802-453-5978.

Barn Opera: “La Boheme” in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Marcello the painter, and Rodolfo the poet, explore the varying degrees of love and infatuation;

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Age Well senior luncheon in Vergennes. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 10 a.m., Vergennes Area Seniors Armory Lane Senior Housing, 50 Armory Ln. Christmas isn’t just for kids — Holiday gift swap game 10 a.m. Gifts provided.

Meal of beef stew, biscuit, winter mixed vegetables, and tapioca pudding with peaches and cream served at noon. Bring a holiday goodie to share. 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.

Lights of Love tree lighting ceremony and open house in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 6-7 p.m., Homeward Bound, 236 Boardman St. Friends of Homeward Bound are invited to share their holiday cheer with shelter animals, enjoy seasonal delights, and participate in a tree lighting ceremony that celebrates pets, past and present.

Book talk in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Brandon Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Meet and discuss “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot.

Christmas benefit concert and sing-a-long in Middlebury. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, N. Pleasant St. Join singers from local churches. Open to all, to support the housing and feeding program at Charter House. Offering will be taken. Refreshments to follow.

High school concert in Vergennes. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Auditorium, Vergennes Union High School, 50 Monkton Rd. Come hear what music students at VUHS have been working on this year at an instrumental and vocal concert. The concert will feature the High School Concert Choir, High School Symphonic Band, Commodore Singers, and the Commodore Jazz Ensemble.

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Storymatters in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 17, 4 p.m., Vermont Room, Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. A prompt: “And Then There is December - tales of excitement or let down or any place in between.”

Come listen and tell.

Grieving and the Holidays in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hospice Volunteer Services, Marble Works, 63 Maple St., 8A. Holidays magnify the loss of loved ones. The need for support may be greater. Gather with others to share and prepare for this challenging time. Confidential, compassionate support. More info call 802-388-9857.

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Sadie Brightman performs in Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 16, 3-4 p.m., Community Room, EastView at Middlebury, 100 EastView Ter. Sadie Brightman, founder and director of the Middlebury Community Music Center, brings her exquisite talent to EastView for a piano recital. She’ll play works by Handel, Beethoven, Kapralova, and Chopin. Free and open to the public.

350Vermont Mother Up! In Middlebury. Sunday, Dec. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Rd. This meet up brings together families to talk about the tough realities of climate change and to participate in the transition to healthier and safer world. A vegetarian meal and childcare for ages 8 and under will be provided.

“Raise the Roof” buffet supper and variety show in Bristol. Sunday, Dec. 16, 6 p.m., Bristol Federated Church, 37 North St. The variety show will include music, stories and songs for the holiday season, both sacred and secular. Donations of $10 for the supper and $10 for the show will be used to repair the church roof. Cash, check, and major credit cards accepted.

Nativity and carol sing in Brandon. Sunday, Dec. 16, 6-7 p.m., front steps, Brandon Baptist Church, 13 Champlain St. A live Nativity with carol sing, followed by refreshments inside the church. Questions? Call the church at 802-247-3339.

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Jazz Showcase in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

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Sleepout raises $52K to aid local homeless

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — More than 50 people braved the elements near Middlebury’s Otter Creek falls on the night of Dec. 1 for the fifth annual “Sleep Out to end Homelessness,” an overnight camping event that raised more than $52,000 to support housing programs helping people who have no shelter.

John Graham Housing and Services officials organized the event, through which participants gathered financial pledges. It has become the organization’s top fundraiser.

Elizabeth Ready, chief financial officer for John Graham Housing, said supporters pitched more than 20 tents

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— each with one to six sleepers — on Marble Works commercial district property above the falls. Participants converged on the scene after having participated in a candlelight vigil on the town park and having dined on a home-cooked supper at St. Stephen’s Church.

“A cold, heavy snow fell throughout the night, sometimes nearly collapsing the tents, but more people than ever made it through until morning,” Ready wrote in an email to the Independent. “They were greeted with snow and freezing rain, a warm fire and enjoyed coffee and doughnuts and knowing they had raised more than $52,000.”

Gilmore, Cormany

BRANDON — Marcel and Sheryl Kimball of Bristol, along with Dean and Mindy Gilmore of New Haven announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha Gilmore, to David Cormany, son of Bill and Linda Cormany of Bristol and Sandra Mattson of New York.

Ms. Gilmore is a 2006 graduate of Castleton University with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. In 2014 she graduated from Concordia University with a masters degree in Coaching

and Athletic Administration.

She currently teaches Physical Education at The Neshobe School.

Mr. Cormany is a 1996 graduate of Vermont Technical College.

He received his Associates Degree in Construction Management. He currently is employed as a construction inspector for GreenmanPedersen, Incorporated.

Together they currently reside in Brandon. The wedding will be held on June 22, 2019 at the Catamount Country Club in Williston.

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WILLA MCCLAIN AND Isabelle Kitoku hold candles at a vigil on the Middlebury town green Saturday night before a group of 50 people spent the night in tents as a fundraiser to fight homelessness.

Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Ready

John Graham Housing and Services Co-directors Kate Schirmer-Smith and Pete Kellerman thanked all who slept out, donated, sponsored and attended the vigil. More local businesses than ever sponsored the sleepout and more young folks got involved — includPEOPLE HELD PLACARDS to draw attention to the plight of the ing large contingents from the Walden homeless in Addison County during a candlelight vigil in Middlebury Project, Vergennes Union High School Saturday evening.

Honor Students, and the Champlain Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Ready

Valley Unitarian Universalist Society’s Youth Group, according to Ready.

Organizers said it was great to see young and old alike becoming involved so that no one is left outside.

It’s not too late to help. People who would like to donate can do so at johngrahamshelter.org/sleepout.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@ addisonindependent.com.

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Adaptive tricycle (Continued from Page 1A) conscious effort to rewire the trillions of neural pathways that retrieve and store information. Repetition, also called “massed practice,” helps with this rewiring. For Buck, this meant pedaling a bike.

“The first thing I did when I got out of the hospital was go to the bike shop and get a trike,” he recalled. One year and a whole mess of back roads later, the trike was busted. “I literally rode it into the ground.”

Buck knew it was time for him to get adaptable and durable on- and offroad, human-powered transportation that would take him where he needed to go, which was always forward.

Not long after, during one of many Tour de Farms rides, Buck met Anja Wrede of RAD Innovations, based in Cornwall. After an assessment of his specific needs, Wrede set him up with an electrically assisted recumbent tricycle —a Kettwiesel model from Hase Bikes USA, which some describe as “the Swiss Army Knife of recumbent bikes.” In German, “hase” means “hare.” Incredibly swift animals, hares can run as fast as 40 mph, and that sounded pretty good to Buck. Boasting safety, stability, easy handling and comfort, the trike became his go-to three-season roadster.

That still left the challenge of the winter months, when outdoor mobility is especially difficult for those who rely on wheels to get around — and self-propelled wheels at that. Jane Buck, Larry’s wife of 33 years, could see the emotional and physical toll

inactivity and isolation were taking during those down months.

“Larry is not a hibernator,” she laughs. “Sitting still is not his strong suit. He’s got to get out there.”

Enter the advent of fat tires.

These large-volume, low-pressure tires act as shock absorbers, reducing stress on the rider’s hands and lower back. For those with disabilities facing a long northern winter, a fattire trike can seem like a new lease on life.

Having stepped down from his full-time role at Conner & Buck, Larry Buck made it his mission to give others with limited physical abilities the opportunity to benefit from the freedom and empowerment of year-round exercise. He decided electrically assisted fat-tire trikes and great trail networks were the magic recipe, so he started brainstorming with his long-time friend Mike Hussey, director of the Rikert Nordic Center in Ripton. Together, they hatched a vision for an adaptive fattire trike and bike program, supported by the “inclusive mobility” expertise of Wrede and RAD Innovations Principal David Black.

But big visions come with big budgets: Fully retrofitted adaptive trikes can run upwards of $10,000.

Unfazed, Buck set out to raise it. Six years later, the first Adaptive Trike Rikert, or ATR, recumbent tricycle is up and pedaling and will be making tracks on the freshly groomed trails at Rikert this winter.

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LARRY BUCK, A resident of New Haven and initial partner in the design-build construction firm Connor & Buck in Bristol, rides a customized fat-tire trike at Rikert Nordic Center in Ripton. Buck and Rikert are in the beginning stages of creating an adaptive snow trike program and hope to some day have a small fleet of the customized trikes for use at the center.

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Vermont. There are a whole host of excellent resources out there (Vermont Adaptive and the Kelly Brush Foundation among them), but most are geared toward competition.

Buck wanted to create a program that is open and accessible to anyone

THE GEAR BOX of the adaptive trike is set up to provide maximum power for the least amount of effort with the pedal stroke electrically assisted and powered by batteries behind the seat. Buck’s left leg, shown strapped onto the pedal, and the left side of his body were left paralyzed by a stroke almost nine years ago.

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A big part of that accessibility means having multiple trikes available and ready to be customized to the unique needs of mobility challenged individuals. To that end, the second phase of the ATR program will focus on raising $20,000 for a hand-pedal bike to accommodate people with spinal injuries.

“We’re trying to take small steps that we can achieve,” says Buck, after taking a few laps around the Field Loop at Rikert last week. “And those small steps can build into a program that will be recognized.

“It’s a long road,” he adds. “It takes patience. That’s the hardest part.”

When asked what advice he has for people curious about adaptive sports, Buck smiles: “Put a fat tire on there and ride!

Hell, I’ll help you!”

And he will: Larry Buck can change a bike tire with one hand a lot faster than most can do it with two.

Kind of makes you want to leave the car keys on the hook and head straight for the trails.

Learn about ATR program Adaptive Trike Rikert will host a party to celebrate the formal launch of its ATR program next Thursday, Dec. 13, at American Flatbread in Middlebury, from 5:30 p.m. on.

Guests will be invited to see how the new recumbent trikes work, learn about adaptive sports from RAD experts David Black and Anja Wrede, and enjoy some food and drink with the team.

All proceeds raised at the event will go directly toward the next fat-tire trike build. Future funds will be used to strengthen the program and create partnerships with other winter sports centers around Vermont.

To learn more about Adaptive Trike Rikert, visit the program’s GoFundMe page: gofundme. com/adaptive-trike-rikert.

MIDDLEBURY — United Way of Addison County (UWAC) was recently awarded a $17,500 two-year grant from the Vermont Community Foundation’s RALI (Regional and Local Impact) grant program. This funding will help support the creation and implementation of a mentoring program within Vermont Youth Works, a collaborative workforce development program presented by Vermont Adult Learning, the Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center, the Vermont Department of Labor, and United Way of Addison County.

“We hear from our partners nearly every day that workforce development is a major challenge,” said Helena Van Voorst, UWAC’s executive director. “Vermont Youth Works responds to that need through an adult education, workforce preparation, and workforce training for youth 18-24 years old.

“The goal of Vermont Youth Works is to give participants the education, skills, and experience necessary to find and keep gainful employment,” she added. “The key to success for participants is connection.

Having a local professional serve as a mentor will give students a huge advantage, one that will greatly boost their success both while they complete the program and after they finish.”

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THE ADDISON COUNTY Parent/Child Center received a $2,500 grant through the Vermont Community Foundation to build this utilitarian sculpture recently placed on center property off Monroe Street in Middlebury. Seen here, left to right, are some of the sculpture’s creators: PCC participants Bryan Krymlak, Morgan Edgerly, Rachael Bonvouloir, and Ylexeus Palacio and her son Caesar; PCC Education Coordinator Deirdre Kelly, and Panton artist Eben Markowski.

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It all began last year, when Kelly and a couple of center participants were enjoying the PCC playground

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and shared the concept of installing Ingenuously, the key doesn’t some artwork on the property. It require a motor or human cranking. prompted center staff and clients It rotates with the whimsy of wind to pose the question “What is art?” power. and how it could be fully enjoyed by Fabrication was no small task, adults and the toddlers who visit daily but the young artisans were up to for childcare services. the challenge. One of them, Bryan “The participants said, ‘That would Krymlak, had previous welding be great; how do we write a grant for experience and was instrumental in that?’” Kelley recalled. guiding his colleagues through the The center successfully applied tricky and sometimes hair curling for $2,500 through the community experience. foundation to create what PCC It took some time for participants Co-Director Donna Bailey called “a to get comfortable wielding plasma usable art installation” — something torches, even though they were all that could be visually and physically wearing the requisite masks, gloves appreciated. and other protective gear.

They enlisted Markowski to help Participant Morgan Edgerly them pull off the project, explained it was which participants began “The process physically intimidating to design in July. when the torch fire hit “It wasn’t, ‘Eben, we was really the metal and threw sparks have this idea, could you gift here. What at her. make it for us?’” Kelly came out of it is “It made you jump said. “We were saying, really beautiful, back and have to do it ‘Participants, figure out too.” again,” Edgerly said. what art is, and what “The mask was too big — PCC Co-Director does it mean for kids to for my head, so I had to Donna Bailey be a part of that art?’” keep pushing it on. But Participants dutifully other than that, it was surveyed their colleagues and really fun.” brainstormed many different ideas.

“These weren’t warm and cuddly Bailey and Kelly were impressed tools to use,” Markowski stressed. with the respectful give-and-take the “My compliments go out to these young artists exhibited in reaching women for giving it a shot … and consensus on a sculpture design. persevering through all of it. It was “The process was really the gift inspiring to watch.” here,” Bailey said. “What came out The sculpture will evolve with of it is really beautiful, too.” contributions from Mother Nature With their final plan on paper, and other PCC participants and kids. the fledgling artists were allowed The salvaged, untreated steel will to comb Markowski’s property for develop a rust and patina due to sculpture materials. Since he pays weather and time. many of his bills as a welder and light Others will be invited to add construction worker, Markowski their own creative flourishes to the keeps an assortment of spare parts communal creation. and skeletal remains of old metallic “We’re not necessarily considering structures. this a finished product.” Markowski Participants selected a salvaged said. underground steel drum to serve as Monday saw Caesar exploring the the centerpiece of their installation. sculpture under the watchful eyes The playful-yet-utilitarian cylindrical of his mom. He was later given a husk is adorned with cut-out shapes paintbrush he used to dab white paint of the different celestial phases of the on the exterior of what was to him a moon. At the base of the cylinder is a majestic plaything. small entryway, just large enough for A future artist in bloom? a toddler to walk inside to play with “I think it’s wonderful,” PCC an interior rope toy; they can also board member Natalie Peters said glance out of some of the pint-sized while viewing the sculpture and the lookout holes. joy it was imparting. “It’s one more A non-functional but seemingly way for everyone to learn.” magical windup key rotates, by Reporter John Flowers is at itself, at the apex of the structure. johnf@addisonindependent.com.

Addison Independent, Thursday, December 6, 2018 — PAGE 13A

ART director (Continued from Page 1A) “S’Park Theater” for Spain learned of the ART job opening. He taught the course, instilled in Reid-St Park youths wanting additional saw it as an opportunity to take the John a lifelong appreciation of the opportunities to shine on stage. S’Park reins of a creative program and move stage. was inspired by the Brattleboro-based to Vermont, from whence his wife Su “She had this exceptionally New England Youth Theater, Reid-St hails.

“We’ve been together since 2001 deep voice with that John explained.

Southern accent,” “(Students) “It was youth- and we’ve wanted to move up here Reid-St John recalled. directed theater,” he for a long time, but the situation never “She was a force of are able to be said. “We took shows really presented itself,” Reid-St John challenged and nature.” to fringe festivals. It said.

Until now. He threw his hat in the So Reid-St John succeed because allowed us to do a found himself putting they know how to little more than would ring and was thrilled to get the job.

Career Center Superintendent Dana his all into the theater approach problem have been allowed in Peterson said Reid-St John was a course, and it paid school.” solving. It’s more off. A nearby college Participants earned great fit for the ART job.

“First and foremost, Eric is a studentwas looking for high about the devotion nice acclaim and school students to fill to a work ethic, wide exposure for centered educator who knows how to out the cast for one of and learning how their work. They empower students and guide them its plays, and Reid-St to learn.” took one show to towards autonomous learning and John landed a role that — Eric Reid-St John the Atlanta Fringe practice,” Peterson said. “Secondly, gave him three lines.

Festival and another Eric has a proven track record of accomplishments While he didn’t to a performing arts professional from his previous school. And spend much time in the spotlight, his festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. third, Eric knows how to promote a contribution was noted by Taylor and “It was a lot of fun,” he said. high-performing program and make the play director.

STUDENT-CENTERED PLAYS “They said, ‘You need to keep at Reid-St John is a devotee of connections in the community. In the this,’” Reid-St John recalled. “devised theater,” through which course of my observations of his work And he did. students create their own original with students, he has demonstrated a He studied theater at the University scripts based on source material. For strong ability to turn over the learning of Montevallo in Alabama, then co- example, his students created their to his students and help them take a formed a troupe of young actors that own play, set during World War I, leadership role in their own growth and performance.” offered performances of children’s titled “Pals.” It was Reid-St John has plays in the area. They soon realized about the experiences, their fledgling “Alabama Children’s trials and tribulations “Eric Reid-St John only been on the Theater” group couldn’t compete of British army has demonstrated job for around three months, but he’s a with the much larger Birmingham regiment from the town a strong ability quick study. And he’ll Children’s Theater, so the troupe of Leeds, England. to turn over the have a much easier disbanded and Reid-St John moved It was inspired by a learning to his time memorizing the on to odd jobs to pay the bills. collection of letters names of his 17 ART He would break into teaching in between a young students and protégés than the 1999, first as an English educator in soldier and his fiancée help them take a more than 80 students France for one year, then doing the back home, Reid-St leadership role in who were part of same thing in Japan until 2004. Along John explained. their own growth the way he earned a master’s degree “Pals” won an award and performance.” his theater program at Spain Park High in education, setting himself up for in the 2016 Atlanta — Career Center School. a return to his first love. He began Fringe Festival.

Superintendent “I would like to teaching theater to Alabama teens in “It was a wonderful Dana Peterson grow that number,” he 2004 — first at Chelsea High School experience,” he said. said of the ART group. just south of Birmingham and then, Last year, S’Park Reid-St John wants to add enrollees most recently, at Spain Park High actors put on an original play about School in Hoover. suffragettes in England. Reid-St John from among the many students who Reid-St John’s stewardship of won a grant to travel to England to take part in very popular seasonal the Spain Park High School theater do research that he brought back for plays staged at all three of the Addison program would give him a solid the students to craft into their original County high schools.

“Our students are the best recruiting foundation for his eventual transition play. to the ART. His students put on four “It’s an interesting way to use tool we have,” Reid-St John said.

He noted those who study theater shows each year and, as with ART, theater to explore history,” he said. were schooled in the technical aspects “It has been the most artistically find the skills useful, even if they of theater as well as the finer points satisfying work that I’ve done,” Reidof acting.

St John said.

He established a group called It was in March that Reid-St John

ERIC REID-ST JOHN is settling into his new job as director of the Addison Repertory Theater — ART — at the Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center. He came to Vermont from Spain Park High School in Hoover, Ala., where he has a lot of experience helping kids create theater.

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don’t choose to pursue careers on the stage, in films, or as a techie in those fields.

Some of Reid-St John’s past students have parlayed their theater studies into jobs as lawyers and electrical engineers. “(Students) are able to be challenged and succeed because they know how to approach problem solving,” he explained. “It’s more about the devotion to a work ethic, and learning how to learn.”

That said, Reid-St John said most of his ART students this semester seem committed to theater-related vocations.

“It’s a very self selecting group of students,” he said. “The seniors this year will all have theater in some form or fashion in their lives.

He wants his ART students to immerse themselves in the same “devised theater” creative process, which he said encourages young people to take ownership of their learning.

“These kids are fantastic — nice, funny, hard working and very talented,” Reid-St John said.

Area residents will be able to see those talented students in action next week in three performances of the play, “Almost, Maine.” Created by John Cariani, “Almost, Maine” is made up of eight vignettes in which characters explore — comedically and touchingly — the hazards often encountered in the pursuit of love.

“Almost, Maine” will open on Thursday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the career center. It will be staged at the same time and location on Friday,

Sept. 14, and Saturday, Sept. 15.

Tickets cost $10 for adults and $8 for students. Call 382-1036 to book your seats.

Maine and Vermont are known for their cold spells. Reid-St John saw more snow last month in Addison County than most Alabamans see in a lifetime.

And he likes it.

“I want more of it,” he said with a smile. “I’m sick of the summer heat in Alabama, so I’ll contend with the cold.”

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@ addisonindependent.com.

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Mary Burchard (Continued from Page 1A) because her eyesight now prevents year run on the Salisbury Library her from driving at night and thus Board. can’t get to evening meetings when “It seemed like a good fit,” said town business is conducted.

Burchard, now 83, who joined Burchard has been offered rides, the board only a few years after but she politely declines, saying she the founding of the library, which doesn’t want to be a burden. continues to operate in the Truly a selfless person.

Salisbury Town Hall.

“I figure it’s time to let “I figure it’s She would add someone else gather the considerably to her civic time to let info,” she said during a resume through the years, someone recent interview. serving on the town’s else gather Burchard signed on conservation commission the info.” as the Independent’s and a panel charged — Mary Salisbury correspondent with exploring town hall Burchard under former News Editor renovations.

She and Peter Conlon. She replaced her husband became Barbara Andres in that active members of the Salisbury capacity.

Congregational Church. They also “Barbara wanted to retire, and she trained dogs for the “Guiding Eyes suggested I do it,” Burchard recalled. for the Blind” organization.

“I said I’d try is and see if I liked it.”

Mary is a lifetime member of the She did.

Girl Scouts, and meets weekly with “It was a way to keep track of what a Salisbury Community School was going on in the community,” student to share her love of reading. Burchard said of her journalistic If Mary Burchard wasn’t endeavors, which included covering directly involved with a local occasional meetings, calling town board or committee, she’d seek out officials for news updates and information — to satisfy her own picking up scraps of information curiosity, and to share the community from friends and fellow church news with her neighbors through the parishioners.

Addison Independent.

While Burchard had never been This publication is saluting Mary a professional writer, she got some Burchard, who for more than 15 years good training in school and knew served as a faithful correspondent how to put a sentence together. for the “Salisbury News” column.

She began her run prior to Rebecca She’s regretfully putting down her Holmes’ founding of the “Spotted pen and notebook, in large part Salamander,” a quarterly townwide The Addison Independent cannot really replace Mary Burchard, but we are looking for a new Salisbury Correspondent. If you live in town and want to

newsletter that recently ceased publication after a 12-year run.

Burchard developed a great rapport with her sources.

One of her two daughters, Brenda Burchard, is the Salisbury treasurer and could let her know if there was any excitement at the town offices.

There was never a shortage of things to write about, as Burchard proved through the years. She particularly enjoyed writing about the ambitious and successful replacement of the Salisbury Church steeple, and about a vintage friendship quilt made in 1933 by the Ladies Aid Society of the West Salisbury Methodist Church.

She credited many in town, including resident and noted local historian Glenn Andres, for occasionally helping her with research for her news articles.

Burchard will look back fondly on her role as a correspondent. It gave her added perspective on the way her community has changed with the times.

“It sort of got away from being as much of a farming community,” she said. “More and more people have come in who work in other places.”

Salisbury residents won’t see Mary Burchard at as many meetings, but she’ll be around. She has a dog named Bella who needs to be walked. And she’ll keep busy indoors with her two passions —

share what is going on with others through the local newspaper as a regular assignment, email us at news@ addisonindependent.com.

MARY BURCHARD HAS long been an active member of the Salisbury community, where she has lived for more than five decades. This month she will end a long stint as Salisbury Correspondent for the Addison Independent.

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reading and cooking. Daughter Brenda is a great help and her other daughter, Gayle — a registered land surveyor — lives fairly close by, in Killington.

Current News Editor John McCright recalled that Burchard was probably the first town correspondent he met when he came to the Independent 14 years ago. He had worked at the Hardwick (Vt.)

Gazette in the 1990s before moving to the Boston area. He was encouraged upon his return to Vermont to find that Burchard resembled the town correspondents he knew and worked with in Hardwick.

“Mary embodies the best of Vermont with a love for her town and a keen eye for observing her neighbors,” he said. “I know from conversations with other Salisbury

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Focus and hard work sparking men’s hockey

Tiger, Mount Abe football players named all-stars

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — After Saturday’s 6-2 victory over visiting Tufts, one of the Middlebury College hockey players in the hallway outside the locker room grabbed a broom and brushed it across the floor to cheers from his teammates, who then cranked up celebratory music behind the closed door.

Yes, that win completed a weekend home sweep of two NESCAC rivals for the 4-2 Panthers, who had defeated Connecticut, 4-2, on Friday.

And why not celebrate, at least just a little: Their 3-1 league record puts them in second place in NESCAC. And the Panthers’ total of four wins equals their count from all of the 2017-2018 season, and exceeds by one their victories from the season before that.

So, senior forward and tri-captain Kamil Tkaczuk — senior defender/ forward Jimmy McKee and junior forward Owen Powers are the other captains — just what’s going on here?

Hard work and better chemistry, he answered.

“Last year was tough. We had a tough year, obviously. And coming back in the spring last year, the captains, with Jimmy and Owen, we really focused on fixing the culture, fixing the work ethic,” said Tkaczuk, who chipped in a goal and two assists on Saturday.

“I think that’s the biggest thing, plus people buying into what we’re doing. And I think we had problems with that in the past. I think that’s what it comes down to now. Everyone’s buying in. We have four lines going, six defensemen doing, and

ADDISON COUNTY — Senior Spencer Cadoret and junior Tyler Buxton from Middlebury Union High School in Division I and seniors Kevin Pearsall and Jacob Thomas from the Mount Abraham/ Vergennes collective team in D-II were Vermont football coaches’ top selections for postseason honors.

Cadoret was selected as a FirstTeam D-I All-Star both as an offensive and defensive lineman, while Buxton was a First-Team D-I pick as both a running back and defensive back.

Pearsall, a Mount Abe senior, made the D-II First Team as a running back, and Thomas, his classmate in Bristol, earned First-Team recognition as a defensive lineman.

Many other Tigers earned either Second Team or Honorable Mention honors in D-I. Senior Wyatt Cameron led the way with two Second Team nods, as a tight end and punter, plus Honorable Mention as a defensive end.

Four more Tigers received Second-Team nods: senior Josh Kerr as a defensive lineman, seniors Zach Dunn and Simon Fischer as defensive backs, and junior Thatcher Trudeau as a linebacker.

Fischer also earned Honorable Mention as a running back, as did sophomore CJ Bryant as a fullback, sophomore Bode Rubright as a defensive end, and senior Tim Goettelmann as a defensive back.

Three Eagles received Second Team D-II honors: Vergennes senior offensive lineman Cyrus Devine, and two Mount Abe seniors, linebacker Nevin Jemison and defensive back Parker Hines.

After big weekend Panthers are 4-2

MIDDLEBURY’S MICHAEL FAHIE scores one of his two goals in the 6-2 win over Tufts on Saturday.

everyone’s on the same page. Everyone’s pulling that rope together as a team.”

When Coach Neil Sinclair was asked how his team on Saturday bounced back from a 2-1 second-period deficit with five straight goals, he offered a big-picture answer that echoed Tkaczuk.

“For us it started last spring. They made a commitment, and they knew they wanted to get better, and they’ve been working hard at it ever since,” Sinclair said. “It’s their work ethic and it’s their drive, and they’ve just

got a fortitude to them now that they just know they can get it done.”

It doesn’t hurt that the Panthers are finding the net this season. Through

six games they are averaging 3.5 goals, that after averaging just fewer than 1.4 goals per game last season.

Again, Tkaczuk weighed in,

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saying both the team has a better “shape to the offense” that gives the Panthers a better sense of where (See Men, Page 2B)

Area girls’ soccer athletes receive league honors ADDISON COUNTY — Eight area girls’ soccer players earned AllState honors from the Division I and II coaches, and they and many others received First or Second Team AllStar recognition from the Lake or Marble Valley League C divisions.

In addition two coaches were honored. The state’s coaches named Mount Abraham’s Dustin Corrigan the Large School Coach of the Year, and Corrigan and Vergennes Coach Dwight Irish were voted the Lake Division Co-Coaches of the Year.

Three of Corrigan’s Eagles earned D-II All-State status: junior midfielders Addy Harris and Mae Peterson and freshman defender Grace Harvey.

Four Commodores were named D-III All-State players: senior midfielder Ciara McClay, senior defender Morgan Lynk, junior midfielder Emily Rooney, and junior defender Sophie Hatch.

Rounding out the All-State players was OV junior Olivia White, who was named to the D-III All-State team.

Hatch highlighted the locals on the Lake Division All-Star team with a nod as the league’s defensive player of the year. Joining her from VUHS on the first team were McClay and Rooney.

Harris, Harvey and Peterson made the Lake First Team, as did sophomore defender Ellie Ginsburg.

Four Middlebury players earned spots on the Lake First team: senior midfielder Ada Anderson, junior defender Gwen Stafford and two freshmen, defender Carlisle Brush and midfielder/striker Ivy Doran.

Junior OV defender Leah Pinkowski joined White on the MVL C Division First Team, and junior striker Julia Eastman made the MVL C Division Second Team.

Four Tigers made the Lake Second team, senior forward Ailey Bosworth, junior midfielders Merry Kimble and Annie Lapiner and junior forward Isadora Luksch. From Mount Abe junior defender Emma Campbell, junior midfielders Becca Laurent and Sydney Minnerly, and sophomore defender Savannah Scrodin made the Second Team. Three Commodores earned Second Team status: senior defenders Emma Bryant and Morgan Lynk, and sophomore midfielder Sydney Weber.

MIDDLEBURY FORWARD EMACK Bentley is congratulated at the bench after his empty-net goal clinched Friday’s 4-2 win over Connecticut College.

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MIDDLEBURY GOALTENDER ADAM Wisco makes one of his 35 saves against Connecticut College in Friday’s 4-2 victory for his first win in a Panther jersey. Wisco made 25 saves the next night against Tufts.

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Women skate to NESCAC victory, tie on the road NEW LONDON, Conn. — The Middlebury College women’s hockey team picked up a win and a tie at previously unbeaten NESCAC foe Connecticut College this past weekend. The Panthers, ranked No. 5 in last week’s NCAA Division III poll, improved to 3-1-2, 3-0-1 in league play, and will wrap up firstsemester with a Saturday game at

Utica. The Camels dropped to 3-1-1, 1-1-1 in NESCAC. On this past Friday the Panthers defeated the Camels, 3-0. In the first period the Panthers survived a fiveon-three Camel power play, and then took the lead on a Madie Leidt goal at 3:15 of the second. Ellie Barney won a battle for the puck along the boards and found Leidt, who slipped

the puck past Camel goalie Carly Denora on the right post.

The Camels nearly tied the game in the opening minutes of the third on a Melissa Alexander breakaway, but her shot sailed wide right.

Leidt made it 2-0 with 14:25 remaining. After a faceoff victory in the Panther defensive zone Jenna Marotta poked the puck to Leidt,

who went nearly coast-to-coast and finished with a shot from the high slot. Jenna Letterie made it 3-0 by netting a Leidt rebound.

Middlebury goalie Lin Han earned the shutout by turning away 25 shots, while Denora made 29 saves in the setback.

On Saturday Middlebury and (See Women, Page 2B)

Heartbreak for Panther soccer in shootout

By ANDY KIRKALDY GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Middlebury College women’s soccer team on Saturday came up inches, or even less, short of the program’s first NCAA Division III championship — literally.

The Panthers and NESCAC rival Williams — meeting for the third time this season after splitting 1-0 decisions — fought to a 1-1 tie in the title match. Then the Ephs edged the Panthers, 3-2, in penalty kicks to claim their second-straight NCAA crown.

In that penalty-kick shootout Middlebury goalie Eva Shaw, the Panthers’ PK specialist, made two saves and twice guessed correctly where Eph shooters were aiming — only to see their bids elude her by the tiniest of margins and settle low into the goal’s left-side netting.

It appeared Shaw even got her fingertips on one of the Eph efforts.

That shootout capped a rainsoaked match that saw Williams take a first-half lead on a beautiful goal, the Panthers equalize with some good fortune as they pressed forward, and Middlebury goalie

ScoreBOARD COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Soccer NCAA Division III Final Four At Greensboro, NC 11/30 Midd. vs. Wash.-St. Louis...............1-0 11/30 Williams. vs. C. Newport.................2-0 12/1 Williams vs. Midd..............................1-1 ............................Williams Wins on PKs, 3-2 Men’s Hockey 11/30 Midd. vs. Conn. College..................4-2 12/1 Midd. vs. Tufts..................................6-2 Women’s Hockey 11/30 Midd. vs. Conn. College..................3-0 12/1 Midd. vs. Conn. College...................1-1 Women’s Basketball 11/29 Midd. vs. Sage............................63-44 12/1 Midd. vs. Colby-Sawyer................75-30 12/4 Midd. vs. Plattsburgh....................80-70 Men’s Basketball 11/29 Midd. vs. NEC.............................97-68 12/1 Keene State vs. Midd...................93-88 12/4 Plattsburgh vs. Midd.....................92-83

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MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE GOALIE Ursula Alwang stretches to make a key save during the Panthers’ 1-0 NCAA Division III semifinal victory on Friday over top-ranked and previously undefeated Washington-St. Louis. Gretchen McGrath, right, cleared the ball after the stop and also picked up an assist on the Panther goal.

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Ursula Alwang make a brilliant overtime kick save to keep her team alive.

In the end, the title went to the

Ephs, while both teams get a tie on their records, and no one else defeated either team all season. Middlebury finished at 19-1-4, with a loss

to Williams in the regular-season finale. Williams (18-1-5) lost only to the Panthers on their home turf in the (See Soccer, Page 3B)

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls’ Hockey 12/12 MUHS at Brattleboro.................. 4 PM 12/15 Colch/Burl at MUHS................... 5 PM Boys’ Hockey 12/15 Spaulding at MUHS.................... 7 PM Girls’ Basketball 12/10 West Rutland at OV.................... 7 PM 12/11 Fair Haven at VUHS .................. 7 PM 12/11 MUHS at Mill River..................... 7 PM 12/13 MUHS at Fair Haven.................. 7 PM 12/13 Mt. Abe at U-32........................... 7 PM 12/14 VUHS at Hazen.......................... 7 PM 12/15 OV at Proctor.............................. 1 PM Boys’ Basketball 12/10 Fair Haven at VUHS .................. 7 PM 12/10 Mt. Abe at Mill River.................... 7 PM 12/13 Fairfax at VUHS.......................... 7 PM 12/13 Missisquoi at Mt. Abe.................. 7 PM 12/13 OV vs. Winds. at Proctor....... 5:30 PM 12/14 OV vs. TBD at Proctor........ 5:30/7 PM 12/15 MUHS at Enosburg................ 2:30 PM

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Women’s hoop remains unbeaten MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College women’s basketball team picked up two one-sided wins late last week before picking up another victory on the road on Tuesday to remain unbeaten.

The Panthers improved to 7-0 and will close out first-semester play by hosting Skidmore at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

On Nov. 27 the Panthers pulled away from host Sage in the third quarter to post a 63-44 victory. Sage closed out the first half on a 7-0 run to pull to within 27-24.

But the Panthers outscored Sage by 19-5 in the third quarter. A Colleen Caveney three capped a 9-0 run, and then two Kira Waldman hoops in the final 1:39 gave the Panthers a 46-29 lead at the end of the period.

The Panthers did not allow Sage to come any closer than 15 points in the final 10 minutes.

Caveney led all players with 19 points, while Panther Maya Davis recorded 13 points and 10 rebounds.

Catherine Harrison finished with

nine points, five rebounds and three blocked shots. Caveney and Ivy Houde spearheaded the defense with five steals apiece. Middlebury shot 42.9 percent from the floor and limited the Gators to 25.9 percent, but Sage became the first team to outrebound the Panthers, 40-33.

At home this past Saturday the Panthers took a 34-21 halftime lead vs. visiting Colby-Sawyer and then put the clamps on the Chargers in the second half to win, 70-35. The Panthers outscored the 3-3 Chargers by 24-6 in the decisive third quarter.

Middlebury ranked 10th-best in NCAA Division II in field goal percentage after the game by holding the visitors to .164 shooting from the floor. The Panthers, who rank second in rebounding margin, also earned a 56-31 advantage on the boards.

Harrison led Middlebury with 17 points and snagged six rebounds.

Davis netted 13 points with eight boards. Alyna Bahorozian pulled down nine rebounds, while Alex

Huffman and Betsy Knox each grabbed eight.

On Tuesday the Panthers pulled away from a late 57-57 third-period tie to defeat host Plattsburgh, 8070. Harrison reached 600 career rebounds in the game by grabbing seven in the game, putting her at sixth all-time in program history with 604.

The Panthers scored the final five points of the third period to lead by 62-57, and then a Davis hoop capped a 6-0 run to open the fourth period and establish an 11-point lead.

Plattsburgh came no closer than seven points the rest of the way.

Harrison led four Panthers in double figures with 16 points. Waldman scored 15 points with five rebounds and four assists, Emily Wander tied her career high with 14 points off the bench, and Davis added 12 points and eight rebounds.

Taylor Durnin scored 18 for the 3-4 Cardinals. The Panthers continued their dominance on the boards by outrebounding the Cardinals, 33-17.

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“That’s a lot of fun. We had problems with that last year, too. I think the biggest thing is we’re playing our game. We’re not trying to get fancy.

We’re throwing pucks at the net. We are all on the same page,” he said.

“So we all have the same plan to get the puck to the net, get the sticks on the ice hard and just jam the net.”

Sinclair said the improved performance comes from dedication at practice.

“We made a commitment at the beginning of the season that practice was going to be harder than game, and they took it upon themselves to switch their off-ice workout and they brought it over to practice. They’ve been great at practice,” Sinclair said.

“So you get in those situations in the games, and it makes it easier.”

At the same time, he said, the hard work has been blended with an element of relaxation and with the knowledge that the hard work should pay off.

“I think everybody’s a little bit looser,” Sinclair said. “We’ve been focusing on having fun and being loose in practice and shooting pucks, and we’ve just been trying to keep things as light as possible knowing

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(Continued from Page 1B) Connecticut College (3-1-2, 1-1-2) battled to a 1-1 tie. Middlebury dominated the first period by outshooting the Camels, 12-4, and had its best chance to score on a fiveon-three power play for more than a minute. Carly Denora made two saves, and Camel defenders blocked two shots.

The hosts outshot the Panthers in second period, 13-6, but Letterie scored during a power play to give Middlebury the lead. Marotta had the puck at the left point and passed to Leidt inside the left faceoff circle, and set up Letterie out front at 15:15.

With her assist, Leidt has points in all five games this season.

Connecticut College pressed in the third period and equalized when Jordan Cross redirected an Ellie Branka shot through traffic. The Camels thought they had netted a go-ahead goal just minutes later, but officials ruled they had interfered with Panther goalie Anna Goldstein.

Denora made 25 saves, while Goldstein turned away 27 shots.

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GAME DETAILS Certainly in both games this past weekend the Panthers made plays when they were challenged. On Friday they took the lead on an early power-play goal: Michael Fahie deflected in a McKee shot from the point.

Middlebury freshman goalie Adam Wisco, who picked up both wins this past weekend, made big saves midway through the first period on back-to-back opportunities, first denying Greg Pezza’s shot from close range, and then robbing Anthony Quateri at the right post.

Panther John Scala made it 2-0 1:29 into the second period with his first college goal, winning the puck deep in the zone and converting a wraparound shot.

The Camels (1-4-1) pulled even with two Jacob Moreau mid-period power-play goals. His shot from the left circle hit traffic and fluttered over Wisco, and for his second strike he circled into the slot and wristing a shot home.

Cole Joslin gave Middlebury the lead back with 56.9 seconds remaining in the period. Danny Tighe won a faceoff in the right circle and Joslin took the puck to the slot and beat Camel goalie Connor Rodericks (31 saves) from close range.

In the final period the Camels’ best chance came with 3:38 remaining, but Wisco (35 saves) stopped Matt Michaud’s partial breakaway up the right side. Emack Bentley sealed the win for the Panthers with an

empty-netter.

On Saturday Tufts (3-4) took the lead in the fourth minute, when Clay Berger poked home the rebound of a Ross Delabruere shot from the left dot. Tkaczuk equalized about two minutes later: Fahie centered the puck from behind the Tufts net to Tkaczuk, who tucked a shot from the right side of the crease inside the far post, with Bentley also assisting.

Wisco made three of his 25 saves on a Tufts power play, and the 1-1 score stood after one period.

Tufts took the lead on a fiveon-three power play 5:53 into the second period.

Then the Panthers took the game over. Fahie tied the score on a twoon-one break 1:14 later by burying a Bentley right-to-left centering pass inside the far post. Zach Shapiro gave the Panthers the lead with 3:56 left in the period. Powers won a battle for the puck in the left corner and made a no-look pass to set up Shapiro in the slot. With 4.1 seconds left in the period, Fahie netted a spinning backhander at the top of the crease after taking a pass from Tkaczuk.

In the third period the Panthers nailed down the win with early and late goals. Thirty-four seconds in Powers swatted home a puck Shapiro fed into the slot, and with nine seconds to go Matt Danner swept in a Joslin pass on a power play. Camel goalie Drew Hotte stopped 31 shots.

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Soccer (Continued from Page 1B) NESCAC championship game.

Middlebury Coach Peter Kim talked in the postgame press conference about his group and its ultimate disappointment.

“We have a very special team. And we gave up a goal in the first half, and we knew we could come back. The fact that we tied it up means everything,” Kim said. “In the end it was a game of Russian roulette. And we were fingernails away from winning it.”

Williams probably earned a slight edge in play, with more midfield possession, chances and advantages of 13-7 in shots attempted and 6-2 in corner kicks.

The Ephs took the lead at 27:23 with the first goal the Panthers allowed since the first game of the NCAA tournament, a span of 446:52.

Georgia Lord won a battle for the ball with two Panthers along the left sideline and fed Aspen Pierson at the top of the Panther box. Pierson kept a defender on her back, turned and left-footed a low shot just inside the right post past the diving Alwang.

After the goal, Middlebury tilted the field back in its favor, but the Panthers were offsides on their best threat, which came with four minutes left in the half.

With the steady rain worsening, most of the second half was contested at midfield. In the 73rd minute a serve from the left bounced to a charging Eliza Robinson just outside the top of the Eph box, but a Williams defender blocked her strong shot. Four minutes later Alwang jumped to her right to deny Pierson from 15 yards out.

At 77:40 the Panther pressure paid off with an own goal. Eliza Van Voorhis sent Olivia Miller into the right corner, and she served to Ellie

MIDDLEBURY MIDFIELDER CLARE Robinson battles a Williams College player for the ball during Saturday’s NCAA Division III final. The Panthers and Ephs tied, 1-1, but Williams won the crown on penalty kicks, 3-2. Robinson was named to the all-tournament team.

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Greenberg at the near post. Greenberg got a touch on the ball, but it bounced off an Eph defender back toward the goal. The defender tried to clear the ball, but it struck sprawled Eph goalie Olivia Barnhill in the back and bounced back into the net.

In the first overtime Alwang punched one shot over the crossbar and corralled the following corner kick. With just over a minute left a Van Voorhis’ shot went wide of the far post. In the final seconds the Ephs worked the ball to Sarah Scire at about the penalty stripe, but Alwang (three saves) came off her line and kicked her shot wide left to send the match to a second overtime.

In the second extra period, Eliza Robinson’s long ball bounced away from traffic and trickled over the end line after Barnhill came out to challenge the initial kick.

In penalty kicks Williams shot first. Shaw and Barnhill both saved

the first bids. A Williams shot snuck just past Shaw inside the left post before Sara DiCenso knotted the score.

Two more saves and conversions by Pierson and Cate Shellenback knotted the score at 2-2. Williams again barely got the ball past Shaw before Barnhill denied Clare Robinson’s shot toward the right side to give the Ephs the title.

Kim praised both the Panthers and Ephs.

“I thought we took advantage of our strong defending and turned the tide after Williams pressed us for a while. I thought we created some really dangerous chances,” Kim said.

“I thought we were a good team all over the field, and that Williams was an awesome team as well.”

FRIDAY SEMIFINAL The Panthers defeating top-ranked Washington University of St. Louis (21-1) in a Friday semifinal, 1-0.

Washington outshot the Panthers,

12-3, but few of the shots were dangerous as the Panthers controlled the game defensively.

Each team had one chance in the first half. In the 24th minute Alwang handled Jessica Kovach’s bad-hop bouncing shot from outside the box; the rebound squirted just out of Alwang’s reach, but she easily corralled the loose ball. Six minutes later, Middlebury’s Simone Ameer’s redirection of a bending corner kick went just wide of the right post.

Ameer put Middlebury on the scoreboard 2:33 into the half stanza with a beautiful goal that earned two assists. Gretchen McGrath, who played a strong game, looped a ball into the penalty box from the left side to Greenberg, off the right post.

Greenberg headed back to Ameer, near the penalty stripe. Ameer volleyed the ball out of the air with her left foot, curling it just inside the left post. The goal was just the sixth Washington allowed this season.

The Bears managed seven shots in the final 15 minutes. Alwang finished the contest with three saves and her ninth shutout of the season.

Alwang, back Rose Evans, Simone Ameer and senior midfielder Clare Robinson were named to the all-tournament team.

Kim praised Clare Robinson, an All-American, and the other Panther seniors, DiCenso, a midfielder; midfielders Amanda Dafonte, Abigail Blyler and Alex Barber; and All-American defender Janie DeVito.

“Any team that gets this far relies on the leadership of its senior class,” Kim said. “They have led by example. They’ve led on and off the field.

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Men’s basketball wins one, but drops a pair MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College men’s basketball team picked up an easy road win late last week, but then dropped its first two games of the season as competition stiffened. The 5-2 Panthers, whose No. 18 ranking in NCAA Division III is in jeopardy, will host Skidmore at 4 p.m. on Saturday.

On Nov. 27 the Panthers picked up a wire-to-wire win over host New England College, 97-68. Matt Folger’s career-high 28 points, including six three-pointers, paced the Panthers, and he added nine rebounds and three blocks.

Jack Farrell finished with 14 points and six assists, while Max Bosco netted 14 off the bench. Hilal Dahleh grabbed seven boards and scored as many points, while Eric McCord pulled down eight rebounds to help the Panthers earn a 52-39 edge on the boards.

On Saturday, Keene State — a Panther nemesis in recent seasons — staved off a Panther rally to pull away in the final few minutes to win, 93-88.

In the first half the Panthers struggled offensively against the 4-2

Owls’ quickness, and Keene took a 45-35 lead at the break when Ty Nichols capped a 15-6 run with a buzzer-beating layup.

Keene took its largest lead at 51-37 on a Miguel Prieto jumper at 18:05 of the second half before the Panthers started chipping away. A Folger dunk made it 59-54 at 10:41, and Middlebury cut it to 76-75 on a Bosco jumper at 3:06. After an Owl hoop, Folger missed three free throws (the Panthers were 19 of 29 from the line), and the Owls scored the next seven points to salt the game away, including making eight of 10 free throws down the stretch.

Farrell led the Panthers with a career-high 30 points, including six of 12 on three-pointers, while Bosco added 21 points and four assists.

Folger chipped in with 15 points and tied his career high with 15 rebounds, to go along with three blocked shots.

Eric McCord yanked down 10 boards for the hosts, and Perry DeLorenzo and Alex Sobel added seven points apiece off the bench.

Nichols paced Keene State with 26 points to go along with 14 rebounds

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and seven assists. James Anozie added 19 points and eight rebounds, and Prieto scored 16.

On Tuesday host Plattsburgh, at 7-0 ranked No. 10 in this week’s NCAA Division III poll, outlasted the Panthers, 92-83. A back-and-forth first half saw the Cardinals emerge with a 42-41 lead.

The Panthers took their biggest lead in the second half at 54-40 at 14:11 on a Bosco layup, and still led at 60-59 before the Cardinals went on a decisive 11-3 run to take a 70-63 lead with 8:22 to go. Nick DeAngelis hit

two threes in that spurt. The closest the Panthers came the rest of the way was 74-71 with about six minutes left.

Farrell finished with 27 points, four rebounds and four assists.

Folger posted 18 points and 12 rebounds, Bosco had 14 points off the bench, and Dahleh and McCord each chipped in seven points and five rebounds.

Jonathan Patron led Plattsburgh with 31 points and 12 rebounds, while DeAngelis added 17 points. Plattsburgh outrebounded Middlebury, 49-39.

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FERRISBURGH — The “King Pede” card parties held by the Ferrisburgh Grange are scheduled for the Saturdays of Dec. 8 and 22.

All are invited to participate in these get-togethers at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center.

The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a sandwich supper and then on to the games. King Pede is a unique game that involves “trick-taking” techniques such as in Hearts and Spades or Pitch. This is a game of fun and skill so come prepared to use your strategic thinking.

The Ferrisburgh Historical Society will host Arthur Cohn, Director Emeritus of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, to speak on “Shipwrecks and History: Stories from Maritime Addison County.” Boats of all kinds have played an outsized role our area’s first settlements — in the early industrial and commercial growth, and also in the few local military engagements. From sailing ferries and canal boats to the steam era and beyond, there’s lots of history to cover. All are welcome to join this event on Sunday, Dec. 9, from 2-3:30 p.m., at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center.

Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Silas Towler at 425-3380.

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The leadership at Vergennes Union High School invites families and the community to join them for a screening of the documentary film, “Most Likely to Succeed,” scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. in the VUHS Auditorium. This acclaimed film offers an inspiring look at the potential for students and their teachers. Directed by documentarian Greg Whiteley, the film has been an official selection at many of the world’s top film festivals, including Sundance and Tribeca. It has also been featured at leading conferences on education.

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Are you looking for a way to get involved at VUHS? The Commodore Parent Teacher Group is always looking for new members to work toward their mission of promoting family involvement in the school, improving communication between parents, teachers and administrators and providing enrichment programs for students. For those interested, the next meeting will be Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 6:30 p.m., in the VUHS Library. If you can’t commit to meetings but want to get involved, contact the PTG to be added to the distribution list for information on events and volunteer requests: Lynne Rapoport at lrapoport@ anwsd.org.

Enjoy the holiday festivities at the Bixby Library. Learn how to make your own wreath and decorate your home at the workshop scheduled for Saturday Dec. 8, from 9-11 a.m., in the Bixby’s Otter Creek Room. The space is somewhat limited, so please register at the library or by email to laksamee.putnam@bixbylibrary. org. You can also find your inner artist with the Bixby Art Studio’s painting lessons lead by Linda Francis. This month’s sessions are on Dec. 5, 12, and 19, from 1-4 p.m.

It’s a great opportunity to improve your painting skills, especially in the light and atmosphere of the Bixby Library’s Half Round Room. The painters’ group is open to most mediums. Contact Linda Francis, lindafrancis@gmavt.net, with questions. The group meets regularly every Wednesday. Check the library calendar for the most up to date schedule.

NOTE: We are always interested in including a variety of Ferrisburgh-related news in this column, so if you have news that would be of interest, contact Sally Kerschner at smwkersch@comcast. net. You are able to access these columns and other information about Ferrisburgh news and events by viewing the Ferrisburgh Town Website at ferrisburghvt.org.

VERGENNES — The Vergennes Lions Club has been very active in recent weeks in and around the communities they serve. All projects are dependent upon the support received by those contributing funds through raffles, auctions, barbeques, etc.

Dictionaries, through the “Words for Thirds” program, were given to all third graders at Vergennes Union Elementary School and the Champlain Valley Christian School. The excitement in the students’ eyes when they receive their own dictionary tells the whole story. Teachers are pleased with the program, and the curiosity they

create in the students.

Sarah Audet, from Addison County Home Health and Hospice, recently spoke to the Lions about the “Dinners with Love” program that she helps coordinate. Each Thursday, two meals are provided to families with someone on hospice — one for the caregiver and one for the client. Fourteen different county restaurants donate the meals. One of the chefs said, “It is a great way for our restaurants to connect with real life situations.”

Participants are able to order from a menu when ACHHH workers call on Tuesdays, and volunteer drivers pick up and deliver the meals to

Lincoln LINCOLN — Amaryllis, Vermont’s Early Voice Ensemble, will perform its annual holiday concert at the United Church of Lincoln on Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m. This 16-voice a cappella ensemble specializes in the music of the Renaissance and earlier and is directed by Susanne Peck. In the spirit of the season, Amaryllis will offer a Magnificat by FrancoFlemish composer Pierre de la Rue, motets by Byrd, Guerrero and Palestrina, to name a few, as well as Christmas carol favorites by Praetorius, Jacob Handl and others.

Suggested donation is $15 at the door. For more information, contact the director at Speck@middlebury. edu, or by phone at 802-453-3513 or visit their website at amaryllisvt.org.

On Wednesday, Dec. 12, the after school craft at the library will feature cards and wrapping paper.

Crafters will use foam stamps for

the homes. Most restaurants donate meals weekly, but some choose to do so every other week. Audet said there are now eight hospice agencies in Vermont involving 2000 participants in the program.

The Vergennes Rotary Club and the Vergennes Lions Club combined efforts with Shaw’s Supermarket, as they have done the past few years, to get donations for the Vergennes Community Food Shelf to help meet the need for Thanksgiving dinners.

Members were at the store asking for donations of food items from Nov. 15-17. Every item donated is greatly appreciated.

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printing on blank cards and white and brown craft paper. Then add paint embellishments, and take your cards and paper home for use over the holidays.

The Lincoln Selectboard is pleased to announce the Walter S. Burnham Community Award in response to the Burnham Legacy set out in the 1919 will of Lincoln resident, Walter Burnham “for rewards of merit for school children of said town of Lincoln.” The mission of the award is to encourage students to understand and appreciate the value of volunteering with local organizations.

The award is for service and is not based on academic achievement.

The $500 award is based on an essay of no more than 500 words written by the applicant in answer to the question, “How have you contributed to the wider community of Lincoln?” In addition to the completed essay, each student must

submit a cover sheet that includes contact information and a brief biography. A panel of judges will read the submitted essays and choose the winner and two honorable mentions to be honored at a dinner in the spring of 2019 at Burnham Hall.

High school juniors who are Lincoln residents or live in surrounding towns are eligible to submit essays. Those who have contributed to Lincoln community life but have moved from Lincoln are also encouraged to submit essays.

The deadline is March 15.

Specific information is available through the Mt. Abraham School Counseling Office, Lincoln Library, the Lincoln Town Clerk’s Office, and the Lincoln Town website.

Until next time ... No One Can Make You Feel Inferior Without Your Consent. Be So Good They Can’t Ignore You. Nothing Worth Having Comes Easy.

Troopers seek info on Rt. 17 crash

ADDISON COUNTY — On Route 17 at a speed estimated to be this past Saturday, Dec. 1, at approximately 50 mph. Police said approximately 12:30 p.m. Vermont Beane failed to see Sinks’ truck State Police troopers approaching, turned were dispatched to a left into the business two-car crash on Route and the truck struck 17 near Jersey Street the Volvo in the Police Log South in Addison. passenger side. The The troopers’ initial Volvo came to rest just investigation indicated that Kenneth off the roadway, while the pickup Beane, 31, of Addison was driving a ended up against a residence.

Volvo westbound on Route 17 and Beane sustained a cut on his head, was slowing down to turn into a and was treated on scene; Sinks was local business and at the same time reported uninjured. Both vehicles William Sinks, 54, of Weybridge were judged to be totaled. was driving a pickup eastbound on Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by the Addison Fire Department, Vergennes Area Rescue Squad and Middlebury Regional EMS. Public This crash is open pending further Welcome! investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed this motor vehicle crash is asked to contact the New Haven State Police barracks at 388Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018 • 4p.m. - 5p.m.

4919. at the Parent Child Center In other recent activity, state police: • On Nov. 29 at approximately 11 www.addisoncountypcc.org minutes past midnight came across

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a green 1999 Subaru Legacy in the parking lot of the Mobil Gas Station on Court Street in Middlebury while looking into possible criminal activity. While speaking with the driver, identified as Joshua Litch, 21, of Whiting, troopers said they detected several signs of impairment.

So they took Litch to the New Haven state police barracks for processing and cited him for driving under the influence.

Vermont State Police was assisted on scene by Middlebury police.

• On Nov. 25 at a little before 10:30 p.m. stopped a vehicle on Route 78 in Swanton for a headlight violation. Police said the driver, identified as Colin Giordano, 25, of North Ferrisburgh, showed signs of alcohol impairment and was subsequently screened for DUI. State police cited Giordano for driving under the influence.

• On Nov. 29 at approximately 5:15 p.m. observed a red 2016 Chevy Cruze speeding northbound on Route 7 near Route 17 in New Haven. Police said they recorded the vehicle travelling at 74 mph in a 40 mph zone. Police stopped the car and cited Rebecca Moricette, 43, of Brandon for excessive speed.

They also issued a ticket that carries a $360 fine and eight points on the driver’s insurance.

• On Nov. 29 at 7:30 p.m., while participating in a sobriety checkpoint on Route 7 in New Haven, made contact with Fred Seavey, 55, of Barre after he failed to stop at a stop sign. Detecting signs of impairment, police screened Seavey for DUI, placed him under arrest, processed him and cited him for driving under the influence of drugs.

• On Nov. 29 at approximately 9:05 p.m. stopped a grey 2006 Kia Sportage on Route 7 in Ferrisburgh for an equipment violation and ended up citing Mercedes Provost, 26, of Burlington for driving with a criminally suspended license.

• On Dec. 1 responded to the parking lot of Tourterelle Restaurant on Route 7 in New Haven to investigate a two-vehicle crash.

After investigating, state police arrested and cited David Loveland, 55, of Addison, the driver of one of the vehicles, for driving under the influence.

• On Dec. 3 between 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. conducted a highvisibility, directed patrol on Route 7 in the towns of Leicester, Salisbury, Middlebury, New Haven and Ferrisburgh. The purpose of the patrol was to stop drivers breaking Vermont’s motor vehicle laws, educate the public, deter criminal activity and promote public safety on Vermont highways. Police made contact with 12 cars and issued 8 tickets and 6 warnings. In addition, one motorist was taken into custody and remanded to the Addison County Criminal Court for an outstanding warrant.

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Addison Independent, Thursday, December 6, 2018 – PAGE 5B

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THANK YOU ST. JUDE for prayers answered. JER.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 1 SUNDAY. 12 Step Meeting, Middlebury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 9‑10am.

Discussion Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 4‑5pm. Women’s Meeting, North Ferrisburgh, United Methodist Church, Old Hol‑ low Rd. 6‑7pm. 12 Step Meeting, Vergennes, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Park St. 7‑8pm. AA 24‑Hour Hotline 802‑388‑9284, aavt. org.

ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 4 WEDNESDAY. Big Book Meeting, Middle‑ bury, United Methodist Church, North Pleasant St. 7:15‑8:15am. Discus‑ sion Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. 12 Step Meeting, Brandon, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South, 7‑8pm. 12 Step Meeting, Bristol, Howden Hall, 19 West St. 7‑8pm.

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

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

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

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

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

Wednesdays, 3‑4 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). A great place to meet with your peers who are in recovery. Bring a friend in recovery. For info call 802‑388‑4249 or 802‑683‑5569 or visit turn‑ ingpointaddisonvt.org.

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

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

7:30‑8:30 PM Friday eve‑ nings.

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

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

ARE YOU BOTHERED

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

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

Babysitting available.

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

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

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

Daily Reflection Meeting, Vergennes, Congregational Church, Water St. 7‑8pm.

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

Spiritual Awakening Meeting, Middlebury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30am.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONY‑ MOUS, 5 THURSDAY. 12 Steps and Traditions Meeting, Ripton, Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd. 7:15‑8:15am. Big Book Meeting, Middlebury, The Turning Point Ctr. 54 Creek Rd. Noon‑1pm. Alternat‑ ing Format Meeting, Fer‑ risburgh, Assembly of God Christian Center. Route 7, 7‑8pm. Speaker Meeting, Middlebury, St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (on the Green) 7:30‑8:30pm.

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

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

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

ARE YOU BOTHERED

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

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

Babysitting available.

NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. NARCAN KITS are avail‑ able at the Turning Point Center of Addison County FREE of charge. Narcan (Naloxone) is a nasal spray used to reverse an opioid overdose in progress. These kits are specifically intended for public distribution and can be used by anyone to save a life. Easy train‑ ing is provided at Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, and takes approximately 10 minutes. Wednesdays between 9 a.m. ‑ noon, or call for an appointment (802) 388‑4249.

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

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

R E F U G E R E C O V E RY ‑ TUESDAYS 6‑7 p.m. A non‑theistic, Buddhist‑in‑ spired approach to recovery from addictions of all kinds.

Dedicated to the practices of mindfulness, compassion, forgiveness, and generosity, this recovery meeting uses meditation and kindness to heal the pain and suffering that addiction has caused.

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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

802‑349‑8544.

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.

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 Ask for Sherry or pick-up an application EOE

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.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

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

PAINTERS WANTED ‑ Acorn Painting is seeking two professional painters for winter interior work. Ex‑ cellent pay, great benefits.

Reliable transportation, 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 necessary.

Call 453 5611 Serious ap‑ plicants only.

HANDS AT HOME Care Services ‑ 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.

HOPE HAS AN opening in our resale store. Customer Service Associate, duties include assisting customers, running the cash register, and more. Also a Materi‑ als Handler, duties include assisting donors of goods for resale, answering the phone, and processing items for its resale store. These fast paced, 29.5 hour/week positions require excellent communications skills, and a focus on details. Send resume and letter of interest to HOPE, 282 Boardman Street, Suite 1A, Middlebury.

VERMONT SOAP IS hir‑ ing 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 DOG TEAM ORIGI‑ NAL RECIPE Sticky Buns for Christmas. Call 802‑453‑4870 for order and pickup time. 658 Exchange Street, Middlebury.

GARFIELD CHRISTMAS VILLAGE, 5 pieces $300.

OBO. Assorted Garfield Christmas ornaments and plates, etc. Power wheel chair, Jet 1, very good con‑ dition $300. Engine hoist $200. 802‑877‑2872, leave message.

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For Rent

Battell Block

Climate Controlled Storage Units

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

802‑468‑0278. Okay to leave message.

For Rent

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

For Rent

AVAILABLE JAN.,1 Middle‑ bury office space. 250 sq. ft. Single room with own bathroom on Court St./Rte. 7, ground level with ample parking and own entrance.

Use of conference room.

All utilities including internet for $400 per month. Call Kathy 352‑4302 or email cometovt@gmail.com.

BRANDON ‑ FURNISHED small efficiency apartment.

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

BRIARWOOD APART‑ MENTS is currently accept‑ ing applications for 2 BR apartments in Middlebury.

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

BRISTOL‑ 2 BEDROOM house in village. Garage, water, washer/dryer, lawn maintenance, snow remov‑ al included. No pets. No smoking. 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, gar‑ bage and parking. Ten‑ ant pays electric. Small storage space included.

802‑453‑2566.

CORNWALL QUIET COUN‑ TRY APARTMENT 5 miles from Middlebury. 2nd story, 2 bedroom, 1 full bath with washer/dryer hookup. In‑ cludes everything plus satel‑ lite, 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.

DOWNTOWN MIDDLE‑ BURY; College St., 3 BR apartment for rent. Walking distance to college. Avail‑ able Jan, 1st. Text Baba 802‑373‑6456.

For Rent

25 Units • 6’X5’ = $60 • 6’X7’= $65 • 6’X11’= $75 • 8’X7’=$105 • 10’X5’=$125 • 11’X5’= $145 • Bike storage $10/month

Wood Heat

1-802-349-9901

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

802‑282‑9110.

Call or Text Alice to set up a showing or to learn more!

For Rent

For Rent

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

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

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addi‑ son. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structur‑ ally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease.

The entrance door measure‑ ments are 8’ wide by 7’ high.

For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

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.

FOREST DALE UNFIR‑ NISHED apartment for rent. $875/mo. 2 bedroom. New paint, carpet and tile. No smoking. No pets. Utilities not included. 247‑9111.

MIDDLEBURY 1 BED‑ ROOM, fully furnished apartment, all inclusive, W/D. $1,250/month.

802‑349‑8544.

MIDDLEBURY 2 BED‑ ROOM near downtown.

Appliances, off street park‑ ing, lease. No pets. Real Ne t Manag emen t In c.

802‑388‑4994.

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

MIDDLEBURY: SHARE A home w/professional & her teenaged son. Reduced rent in exchange for help w/ housekeeping, pet‑care & snow shoveling. Shared bath. Must be pet‑friendly. No additional pets. 863‑5625, HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background check required. EHO. MIDDLEBURY: SMALL FAMILY offers a spacious, furnished living area with private bath for $550/month (all inc.) and occasional help w/driving. No smoking. No deposit. 863‑5625, Home‑ ShareVermont.org for appli‑ cation. Interview, references, background check req. EHO.

VERGENNES, VT ‑ 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments.

Addison County Commu‑ nity Trust is updating the waiting list for the Smallest City Apartments located in Vergennes, Vermont. One bedroom $836, two bed‑ room $947, three bedroom $1,082. All utilities included except electricity. Rental as‑ sistance may be available.

Income restrictions apply.

Handicap Accessible units available. To request an ap‑ plication visit addisontrust. org, call 802‑877‑2626 or email info@addisontrust. org. EHO.

Att. Farmers

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

Sunny, hardwood floors, dishwasher, gas stove, 15 minutes to Middlebury. 35 minutes to Burlington. Utili‑ ties not included. Security deposit and references. Call 802‑249‑1328.

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

References. $925/month.

802‑236‑2040.

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. Ref‑ erences. No pets. No smok‑ ing. Includes water and gar‑ bage. Evenings 897‑2385.

SMALL OFFICE SPACE, 656 Exchange Street, Middlebury. $500/month.

802‑388‑4831.

STOREFRONT AVAIL‑ ABLE. 1,000 sq.ft., 616 Ex‑ change Street, Middlebury.

802‑388‑4831.

For Rent

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.

W H I T N E Y ’ S C U S TO M FARM WORK. Pond agi‑ tating, liquid manure haul‑ ing, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462‑2755, John Whitney.

Cars 2006 MINI COOPER S super charged w/ 6 speed transmission. Runs great and a blast to drive. Great shape. 82,245 miles. Can be seen in New Haven, VT or on Facebook under Susanne Button. Asking $4,850. 802‑989‑5614.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collect‑ ibles, etc. Visit bittneran‑ tiques.com or call Brian at 802‑272‑7527. Consulting/ appraisal services available.

House calls made free of charge.

For Rent

For Rent

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Public notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on Pages 8B & 9B.

Addison County Court‑ 116 Self Storage (1) house (1) Ripton (1) Addison Northwest School Vergennes/Panton Water District (1) District (1) Addison Probate Court (1) Vermont Dept. of Children Festival on the Green (1) and Families (1) Hancock (2) WARNING ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MIDDLEBURY SUMMER FESTIVAL ON-THE-GREEN, INC.

The officers, directors, and all parties interested in the Middlebury Summer Festival on-the-Green, Inc. are hereby warned and notified to meet at Middlebury Union Middle School, 48 Deerfield Lane, Middlebury, Vermont, on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. to transact the following business: 1) To approve the minutes of the last Annual Meeting; 2) To hear reports from Festival Committees; 3) To elect Directors/Officers for 2019; 4) To discuss unfinished business from 2018; 5) To discuss new business for 2019.

Dated at Middlebury, Vermont December 6, 2018 Patricia A. Boera, Secretary 12/6 Middlebury Summer Festival on-the-Green

STATE OF VERMONT

SUPERIOR COURT ADDISON UNIT In re: S.J.

FAMILY DIVISION DOCKET NO. 9-2-18 Anjv

ORDER AND NOTICE OF HEARING

O: Sandra Decker, mother of S.J., you are hereby notified that the State of Vermont has T filed a petition to terminate your residual parental rights to S.J. and that the hearing to consider the termination of all residual parental rights to S.J. will be held on January 15, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at the Vermont Superior Court, Addison Family Division, at 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, Vermont. You are notified to appear in connection with this case.

Failure to appear at this hearing may result in the termination of all of your parental rights to S.J. The State is represented by the Attorney General’s Office, HC 2 North, 280 State Drive, Waterbury, VT 05671-2080. A copy of this order shall be mailed to Sandra Decker if an address for her is known.

Date 11/29/18 Alison Arms Honorable Alison Arms 12/6, 13

INVITATION TO BID TOWN OF HANCOCK PO BOX 100, HANCOCK, VT 05748

Sealed bids for the contract work described below will be accepted by the Town of Hancock until 5:00 PM, Tuesday December 18, 2018.

TYPE OF CONTRACT: (3) Three year Mowing Contract with the Town of Hancock.

Contract is available for viewing upon request. Contact Town Clerk, Janet Jesso, for information. (802) 767-3660.

BID OPENING: Sealed bids shall be marked “Mowing Bid” and will be publicly opened and read aloud on Tuesday December 18, 2018 at 6:30 pm at the Hancock Town Clerks Office.

All contractors must provide three references and must have proof of liability insurance upon award of contract.

Insurance requirements: General Liability insurance coverage with a policy limit of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in aggregate; (2) Business Automobile Liability coverage with total liability limits of at least $1,000,000; and (3) Statutory Workers’ Compensation insurance. If Contractor is not required by law to carry workers’ compensation insurance, in place of proof of workers’ compensation insurance Contractor may provide a fully executed Non-Employee Work Agreement specifying the particular provision of 21 V.S.A §601(14)(F) that exempts Contractor from having to carry such coverage.

The Contractors policies shall name the Municipality as an additional insured.

Please contact the Hancock Town Clerk (802-767-3660) for a full copy of the prospectus or visit www.hancockvt.org to download a copy. *The Hancock Select Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids 12/6, 12/10, 12/13

INVITATION TO BID TOWN OF HANCOCK PO BOX 100, HANCOCK, VT 05748

Sealed bids for the contract work described below will be accepted by the Town of Hancock until 5:00 PM, Tuesday December 18, 2018.

TYPE OF CONTRACT: (3) Three year Winter Roads Contract with the Town of Hancock.

Contract is available for viewing upon request. Contact Town Clerk, Janet Jesso, for information. (802) 767-3660.

BID OPENING: Sealed bids shall be marked “WINTER ROADS” and will be publicly opened and read aloud on Tuesday December 18, 2018 at 6:30 pm at the Hancock Town Clerks Office.

All contractors must provide three references and must have proof of liability insurance upon award of contract.

Workers’ Compensation. Notwithstanding any workers’ compensation or insurance policies maintained by the Town, the Contractor shall procure and maintain workers’ compensation coverage sufficient to meet Vermont’s statutory requirements and provide the Town with proof of coverage.

Liability Insurance. The Contractor shall maintain comprehensive general liability insurance, including broad form property damage coverage, with limits of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) combined single limit for personal injury and property damage for each occurrence. The Contractor shall provide Town with a Certificate of Insurance in which the Town is listed as a “co-insured”.

Please contact the Hancock Town Clerk (802-767-3660) for a full copy of the prospectus or visit www.hancockvt.org to download a copy. *The Hancock Select Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids

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

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

The federal government is watching for such discrimination.

Public Notices Index

12/6, 12/10, 12/13

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

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: 1 /1 /5 5 : lished b u (P s (a) a moderator (b) a clerk (c) a treasurer d A Classified ARTICLE II: To hear and act upon the reports from the officers of the WATER DISTRICT, INC. ge. lleVERGENNES-PANTON For Rent Close to coIII: To have presented by the Board of Commissioners of the VERGENNESRTMENT refurbished.ARTICLE A P A M O 1 BEDRO Middlebury, newly 000. PANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. their estimate of expenses for the ensuring year and to t, Main Stree , includes heat. 000-0 appropriate such sum th n ry it, the VERGENNES-PANTON WATER DISTRICT, INC. deems o lebuas $750/m f Middexpenses ENT, necessary ile northforo said M -0000.together with the amount required to pay the balance, if any, m T 0 1 0 R , 0 A h P t. is A si b o b ru OM dep nth plusexpressing 1 BEDRO udes heat, electric, , $595left said sum in dollars in its vote. ounpaid /m cl ly upstairs, in Available immediate ARTICLE IV: To establish salaries for the Commissioners and other elected officers of . ce 7 n on Route and refere t si the Water District. o p e e m D o Eh tilities. . plus uARTICLE OM MOBIL V: To see whether the voters of said Water District will authorize its Board to 2 BEDRO Private lot. $650/mo . ry u borrow money pending receipt of irwater rents, by issuance of its notes or orders payable in Salisb 0-0000. requ ed.

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NOTICE OF SELF-STORAGE LIEN SALE 116 SELF STORAGE, BRISTOL, VT

Notice is hereby given that the contents of the self-storage units listed below will be sold at public auction by sealed bid at the 116 Self Storage facility. This sale is being held to collect unpaid storage unit occupancy fees, charges and expenses of the sale.

The entire contents of each self-storage unit listed below will be sold, with the proceeds to be distributed to 116 Self Storage for all accrued occupancy fees (rent charges), attorney’s fees, sale expenses in relation to the unit and its sale.Any proceeds beyond the foregoing shall be returned to the unit holder.

Contents of each unit may be viewed on Dec. 17, 2018 commencing at 10 a.m.

Sealed bids are to be submitted on the entire contents of each self-storage unit. Bids will be opened one-quarter of an hour after the last unit has been viewed on Dec. 17, 2018.

The highest bidder on the storage unit must remove the entire contents within 48 hours after notification of their successfull bid.

Purchase must be made in cash and paid in advance of the removal of the contents of the unit. A $50.00 cash deposit shall be made and will be refunded if the unit is broom cleaned. 116 Self Storage reserves the right to accept or reject bids.

A. Hudson – Unit 82 C. Nolan – Unit 29 11/29

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

Public Notices can be found on Pages 8B & 9B. 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

ADDISON NORTHWEST SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS

The following schedule of the Board of School Directors’ meetings is announced for the month of DECEMBER, 2018.

Monday, December 3 1:30 PM Negotiations Committee Meeting

At ANWSD Office Tuesday, December 4 4:00 PM Negotiations Committee Mtg. At Vergennes Union Elementary School 5:00 PM Negotiations Committee Mtg. (w/ANSSA) At Vergennes Union Elementary School Wednesday, December 5 5:00 PM ANWSD Grievance Committee

At Grievance Hearing at the ANWSD Office Monday, December 10 4:30 PM Negotiations Committee Meeting At Vergennes Union High School 6:00 PM ANWSD Board Regular Meeting At Vergennes Union High School Tuesday, December 11 3:00 PM Negotiations Committee Meeting At Vergennes Union High School 4:00 PM Negotiations Committee Meeting (w/ANTA) At Vergennes Union High School Thursday, December 13 5:30 PM Community Engagement Committee Mtg. At the Bixby Library 12/6, 10

REGULAR HOURS Monday – Friday 9am to 1pm

2018

Appointments appreciated, but not necessary.

802-388-1966

PROBATE DIVISION DOCKET NO. 404-10-18 ANPR STATE OF VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT ADDISON UNIT IN RE THE ESTATE OF JOAN D. FULLER NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of the estate of Joan D. Fuller late of Middlebury, Vermont.

I have been appointed to administer this estate. All creditors having claims against the decedent or the estate must present their claims in writing within four (4) months of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy sent to the court. The claim may be barred forever if it is not presented within the four (4) month period.

Dated: November 28, 2018 Hester L. Fuller 870 E. Craftsbury Road.

Craftsbury, VT 05826 Name of Publication: Addison Independent Publication Date: December 6, 2018 Address of Probate Court: Addison Probate Court, 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, VT 05753 12/6

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Salisbury

NEWS

SALISBURY — The 13th Annual Tree Lighting Festival took place last Saturday and was a wonderful success. The weather was cooperative and a large crowd gathered at the town park to watch as Wayne Smith turned the lights on. There was a moment of silence observed to remember those who no longer could celebrate in person. My thanks to Ken Tichacek who wrote the history of this beautiful tree and its annual lighting each Christmas season (read it the Nov. 29 Addy Indy or online at addisonindependent.com).

Following the lighting Maple Meadows Farm provided wagon rides down to the Town Hall where the library trustees provided goulash, hot soups, cider and cookies. It was one of the most successful festivals with over 78 people attending and many were new residents. Santa was given a place of honor as he read the “Night Before Christmas” with much enthusiasm and jingling of sleigh bells. Then Librarian Ruth Bernstein read a more modern version titled “Pete the Cat’s 12 Groovey Days of Christmas” written by James and Kimberly Dean. The

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book was inscribed with the names of all the children born in Salisbury during the past year. All the children present were allowed to choose books to take home. The Maple Meadows wagon returned to provide rides back to people’s cars.

The annual display of Christmas lights and decorations at Diane and Wayne Smith’s house on West Shore Road is now lighted each evening at dark. Don’t miss this lovely and funny event. You may drive through or walk.

Last week another of Salisbury’s citizens who served the town in many capacities during his 81 years passed away. David Nuceder was born in town, lived all his life here and believed there was no better place to live.

Editor’s note: Sadly, Mary Burchard’s run as Salisbury Correspondent for the Addison Independent is coming to an end and we are looking for a new Salisbury Correspondent. If you live in town and want to share what is going on with others through the local newspaper as a regular assignment, email us at news@addisonindependent.com.

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

Governor Phil Scott 1-800-649-6825 (toll-free in Vt. only) 802-828-3333 TTY: 1-800-649-6825 Fax: 802-828-3339 109 State Street, Pavillion Montpelier, Vermont 05609-0101 www.vermont.gov/governor

WINTER

Coloring & Decorating Contest

Auctions

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Color and decorate this picture anyway you choose (you can use this one or photocopy it or draw/trace the outline the same size).

2.

Have fun! Be Creative!

3.

Send your entry to: Addison Independent 58 Maple Street Middlebury, VT 05753 or drop them off at our office in the Marble Works in Middlebury.

Tom Broughton Auctioneer

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• Home • Estates • Commercial • Consignments

Entries must be in by: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2ND AT 5PM

Bridport, VT • 758-2494 tombroughtonauctions.com

MARKET REPORT ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES

RT. 125 • EAST MIDDLEBURY, VT Sales for Nov. 29 & Dec. 3 BEEF K. Bourdon Nop Bros. & Sons Deer Valley Ptnshp.

Daona Farm J. Connor Barnes Bros.

Wilcon Farm CALVES Elysian Fields D. Essex Danyow Farm Quarry Rd. Farm

Costs Lbs. per lb 1455 .57 1995 .50 1880 .50 1805 .50 1180 .45 1015 .425 1430 .42 Lbs. 101 101 95 128

Dollars 829.35 997.50 940.00 902.50 531.00 431.38 600.60

Costs per lb Dollars .60 60.60 .62 62.62 1.00 95.00 .55 70.40

Total # Beef: 305 • Total # Calves: 409 We value our faithful customers.

Sales at 3pm - Mon. & Thurs.

For pickup and trucking, call 1-802-388-2661

Name:

Two winners from each age group will win gift certificates from local businesses. All contestants will receive a prize which will be given when and if entries are picked up. Winners will be announced in the January 7th edition of the Addison Independent.

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Paul Orgel to perform Haydn recital, Dec. 9 MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury Community Music Center will host pianist Paul Orgel this Sunday, Dec. 9, at 3 p.m. for an all-Haydn piano recital to benefit for the center.

A gifted and inspiring musician, Orgel has concertized throughout the United States, Europe, and China as a recitalist, soloist with orchestra and chamber musician.

Critics have praised his playing for its “subtlety and attention to nuance” (Philadelphia Inquirer), “rare pathos” (New York Times), “brilliant technique, sense of humor and fantasy” (Bridgeport Post), “warmth and beauty of sound” (Barre-Montpelier Times Argus), and “power and grace” (Vermont Times).

A versatile musician with wide-ranging interests and a

varied repertoire, he Grammy nominated has given notable “When I play “Music of Louis concerts in such Haydn’s music, Moyse,” with flutist venues as New I feel I’m having and MCMC faculty York’s Merkin Hall, a wide-ranging, member Karen the Kennedy Center sometimes Kevra), Capstone, in Washington, Phoenix USA (Piano intimate D.C., Jordan Hall Music of Berman, and the Gardner conversation Haas, Klein, and Museum in Boston, with the wittiest Ullmann) and MSR the Ordway Theater possible (Suk, Chausson, in St. Paul and at companion.” and Reger). Orgel the San Francisco — pianist Paul Orgel was educated at the Conservatory.

Oberlin and New Orgel has specialized in Czech England Conservatories, and music, performing programs of the Boston University. He holds a complete piano music of Janáček, doctorate in piano performance and music from Terezin, and as a from Temple University. scholar of classical performance In Orgel’s words: “Haydn practice, he has given recitals was, of course, classical music’s of Beethoven and Haydn on the tireless inventor, the Benjamin Viennese fortepiano. He can be Franklin of composers; founding heard on recordings on CRI, (the father of the String Quartet,

Piano Trio, Symphony, and to an extent, the Piano Sonata, Mass, and Oratorio.

His final works in all of these genres are his best; the freest, the most expansive and technically accomplished, and most generously expressive in slow music and fast.

My all-Haydn program features the early, intriguing Sonata in G Minor, his last three, large-scale piano sonatas, (E-flat, D, and E-flat Major) and the unexpectedly impassioned F Minor Variations.

When I play Haydn’s music, I feel I’m having a wide-ranging, sometimes intimate conversation with the wittiest possible companion.”

Suggested donation (at the door): $10 general admission, $20 generous admission.

Police cite two from Springfield for retail theft Piggyback

INDIA DANYOW carries Serenity Bassett, left, and Allegra de Boer hefts Amelie McCue as these students enjoy recess at Bridge School in Middlebury recently despite inclement weather.

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MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury police cited Angelo Amoroso, 29, and Megan Amoroso, 30 — both of Springfield, Vt. — for retail theft, following an incident at Hannaford’s Supermarket on Nov. 28.

In other action last week, Middlebury police: • Investigated a report of a man

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• Assisted a Middlebury Union • Responded to a report of a High School student who was domestic dispute on Case Street dealing with a crisis on Nov. 29. on Nov. 26. A police • Served a noinvestigation revealed trespass order on a man an “extremely suspected of trying intoxicated” woman to take some items had tried to strike from the Middlebury Police Log a man. Police said Discount Beverage & Middlebury Regional EMS officials Redemption Center on McIntyre took the woman to Porter Hospital Lane on Nov. 29. Police said the for evaluation. man claimed he was going to pay • Investigated a report of a parent for the items. allegedly assaulting a child in the • Took a loose dog (found in the Case Street area on Nov. 27.

Valley View area) to the Homeward • Received a report that someone Bound animal shelter on Nov. 29. had cut the bed cover on a pickup • Told a Court Street Extension truck parked off School House Hill apartment tenant to stop banging on Road on Nov. 27. their floor on Nov. 29.

• Warned a man for being on the • Cautioned a man who had been town green after closing hours on yelling at passing vehicles on Porter Nov. 28.

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• Helped Vermont Department • Received a complaint on Nov. for Children & Families with two 30 about several Middlebury Union uncooperative juveniles on Nov. 28. Middle School students throwing • Received a report that a man snowballs at two other students allegedly offered money and during their walk home. Police marijuana to two children near the said the School Resource Officer is teen center off Mary Hogan Drive looking into the incident. on Nov. 28. Police said the suspect • Issued a no-trespass order was described as being African on Dec. 1 to a drunken man who American, in his 20s, and was had allegedly gotten into some wearing a pink and purple iPod on “scuffles” at Two Brothers Tavern his hip. on Main Street. Police helped Police said they couldn’t find the tavern staff remove the man from man. the business.

• Cited Joey-Lynn Maness, • Responded, with Middlebury 35, of Middlebury for retail theft, Regional EMS officials, to a report following an investigation at of person overdosing on drugs in Hannaford’s Supermarket on Nov. the East Main Street area on Dec. 1.

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Police said the person was taken to • Helped Vermont State Police Porter Hospital. screen a driver for operating under • Spoke with an East Munger the influence following a traffic Street resident on Dec. 1 who was stop on Court Street Extension on concerned about people hunting on her property. Police said they gave Nov. 29.

• Took, to Porter Hospital, a the woman information on how to woman who said she had fled her post her property. apartment on Nov. 29 because she • Responded to the Mobil Short believed her husband was going to Stop gas station on Court Street harm her. Police said they found Extension on a report of an ATV that the woman’s husband and another had allegedly sped away without witness at the home, and both paying for gas on Dec. 1.

• Helped Colchester police claimed there was no reason for the woman to have felt threatened. locate a person in the Ledgewood • Ticketed a youth found in Court area who was suspected in a possession of tobacco on MUHS hit-and-run incident on Dec. 2.

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Vergennes officers patrol city for speeders VERGENNES — Vergennes police recently continued their crackdown on speeding within city limits, and they began enforcing the city’s annual winter ban on overnight parking on city streets.

Between Nov. 26 and Dec. 2 Vergennes police conducted nine patrols specifically targeted at traffic enforcement. They set up shop on Monkton Road (twice), West Main Street (three times), North Main Street (three times) and Panton Road, and in all ticketed 19 drivers for speeding and warned two more.

On Dec. 2 police also ticketed three vehicle owners for leaving their vehicles on city streets between 2 and 6:30 a.m. in violation of the winter parking ban. Police did not order any vehicles towed this time, but have the option to do so.

In other action between Nov. 26 and Dec. 2, Vergennes police: On Nov. 26: • Spoke to a construction crew about not running a jackhammer at 1 a.m. near Shaw’s Supermarket after hearing a citizen complaint; police said workers agreed not to.

• Dealt with a minor accident on the Northlands Job Corps campus.

On Nov. 27: • Backed up Vermont State Police at a Monkton home, where a teen had called in a false report that he was holding his grandmother hostage.

• Took a report of a minor accident

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on Main Street.

On Nov. 28: investigating an • Began embezzlement complaint filed by management of the former downtown branch of Citizens Bank.

• Looked into an assault complaint filed by a woman, but determined that she was under mental stress and it had not occurred.

On Nov. 29: • Heard a tip about alleged drug activity in the city.

• Helped state police run a checkpoint on Route 7 in New Haven and confiscated a loaded rifle from a motorist’s car.

• Called a man who was leaving unwanted harassing messages to a wrong number; the messages stopped.

• Looked for a possibly rabid skunk near Vergennes Union High School, but could not find it.

On Nov. 30 began investigating the apparent theft of a client file from a downtown business; police said a suspicious man had been seen near the business.

On Dec. 2 began investigating an alcohol issue at Northlands Job Corps.

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Larry Maier of New Haven is one of the lead engineers of the Sheldon Museum’s holiday train exhibit this year. Go watch the old Lionel trains run around the town, through the country and under the newly constructed mountain — complete with a gondola, skiers and a snowboarder doing a flip.

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All aboard for Sheldon’s miniature train exhibit

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here’s something wonderfully old school about trains at the holiday season. It’s a time to dig out the heavy, metal locomotives, set up the rails, connect the circuits, and let the trains chug faithfully around the tree, circling presents and mesmerizing the cat. Forget screen time, trains are good ol’ fashioned toys.

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Don’t have a train to play with at home?

That’s OK. The Sheldon Museum in Middlebury has an excellent holiday train exhibit for everyone to come enjoy, complete with Lionel trains, hills, valleys, farms, villages, a skating pond with lead skaters made in the 1900s, a Green Mountain backdrop pained by Cornwall

artist Gayl Braisted, and a whole lot more. Now in its 26th year, this annual exhibit recently got even bigger.

This past April Larry Maier and Ed McGuire spearheaded the task of remaking the large mountain on the right-hand side of the scene.

“The old mountain was kind of falling apart,” Maier explained. So they built a new mountain — that’s modular and much easier to put in storage — complete with a gondola ski lift, skiers, a snowboarder doing a flip, rock climbers, and tunnels through the mountain.

This year, Maier and McGuire led the train crew of 15 volunteers. Gerry Slager of Bristol is a new engineer this year and Christie Sumner of Lincoln has helped for a number of years.

Setting up the display takes a lot of work,

lugging all the platforms, track and other materials up from the Sheldon’s basement and down from the attic. Fifteen students in Jack Burnham’s class from Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center volunteered for the job too.

Wondering how on earth this tradition got started? Us too.

Well, it goes back to 1992, when a Middlebury resident, Peter White, approached the Sheldon Museum to ask if he could build a train layout to exhibit and operate some antique Lionel toy trains.

“White assembled a group of toy train enthusiasts to construct the platforms and assemble the layout. They named themselves the Midd-Vermont Train Club,” explained the SEE TRAINS ON PAGE 3

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ART Biography of Gauguin screens in Middlebury

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reat art comes to the screen at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater next Wednesday, Dec. 12. “Gauguin: The Full Story” is the first full-length biography of one of the world’s most popular yet controversial artists.

Gauguin is best known for his gorgeous paintings of Tahiti, in which beautiful native girls frolic enticingly on perfect South Pacific beaches. But have these celebrated portrayals of an earthly paradise been misunderstood? And has the fame of Gauguin’s Tahiti pictures blinded us to the bigger truth about his achievements?

neglect and racism that are frequently made against Gauguin, and proposes a completely new understanding of his place in art.

Hailed by The Times as “the finest artistic biography ever made,” “Gauguin: The Full Story” features a stunning collection of Gauguin’s masterpieces shot in museums and galleries around the world, including paintings put on show at the Hermitage in Saint Petersburg which haven’t been seen in public since their disappearance during World War II. Note: This documentary contains adult themes and depictions of nudity. Parents should be advised. Run time is two hours.

Art critic Waldemar Januszczak believes so, and his epic biography of Gauguin follows the painter through countless twists and turns in a remarkable life that takes him from an idyllic and forgotten childhood in Peru to a horrific and notorious death on the Marquesas Islands. The Gauguin who emerges from this radical re-telling of his story was not only a great painter but also a sculptor, musician, print maker, journalist and ceramicist. The film also refutes the various accusations of sexual misconduct, familial

Showtimes for Wednesday’s film are at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $13/$8 (includes a $1 preservation fee) and are available at townhalltheater.org, (802) 382-9222, at the THT box office Monday-Saturday, 12-5 p.m., or at the door an hour before show time.

“Gauguin: The Full Story” will screen at the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., as part of the Great Art Wednesdays series.

‘Three Identical Strangers’ screens at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival presents “Three Identical Strangers” — its December film for the 2018/19 Winter/ Spring Screening Series at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury. The documentary will screen on Friday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m.

complex, yet richly rewarding, psychological thriller. Wardle’s patient and compassionate approach allows for a full understanding of what transpired and how the brothers’ lives irrevocably changed in the aftermath of their storied reunion and sudden celebrity.

“Having seen this incredible documentary, I can only urge our audiences to mark their calendar, for this screening of ‘Three Identical Strangers,’” noted Lloyd Komesar, MNFF Producer, “The combination of truly amazing subject matter and outstanding directorial skill puts this film into rarified air.”

Winner of the Special Jury Prize at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, “Three Identical Strangers” is a special film that will resonate deeply with audiences.

“Three Identical Strangers,” director Tim Wardle’s remarkable achievement, tells the astonishing story of three brothers — identical triplets — who are separated at birth and first meet each other by utter coincidence at age 19. Why they are separated and at whose behest makes this unforgettable documentary a highly

Catch this film at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury on Friday, at 7 p.m. Individual tickets are $13 and passes for the remaining six films of the series are $75; available through the MNFF website (middfilmfest. org/winter-springscreenings) or at the Town Hall Theater Box Office, by calling (802) 3829222 or online townhalltheater.org NOTE: This film was originally scheduled to show on Jan. 13, 2019.

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museum’s Associate CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Director Mary Ward Manley.

“The original members were Peter White; Ron Nimblett, Vergennes; Dana Myrick, Bridport; “T” Tall, Cornwall; and Bobby Andrews and Al Stiles from Middlebury. They were later joined by local architect Bob Rand who assisted with enlarging the the layout. ‘T’ Tall, one of the original engineers, is still volunteering with the layout installation and as an engineer, running the trains.”

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TRAINS

Trains are fun, plain and simple.

And for Maier, they’re just as much fun now as they were when he was a boy.

“At the time, this was the engine that kids would kill to get,” Maier said, remembering when Lionel first came out with the Santa Fe. Holding up a picture of himself, sometime around second grade, he said, “When this train was built, this was engineer Larry.”

The Santa Fe cost $59.95 back then, which Maier said was about 1 percent of the value of their family house. Today, in mint condition with the original boxes, such a set could bring at least $1,500 at auction.

Maier didn’t get a Lionel train set, but his dad did get him a smaller one.

“As a result of playing with that train, I learned mechanics and basic electronics,” Maier said. “That’s what first got me into engineering.”

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A new gondola at the Sheldon Museum’s train exhibit brings skiers and snowboarders up to the top of the mountain.

The New Jersey native continued on to study electrical engineering at Brown University in Rhode Island and was the chief engineer for the campus radio station. After a four-year stint in the U.S. Coast Guard, stationed in Wildwood, N.J., Maier moved up to Vergennes for a job at Simmonds Precision (which has undergone several ownership changes and now operates as UTC Aerospace Systems).

“I worked there for just shy of 40 years,” said Maier, who retired in 2013. “I can claim to be one of the few people who has actually worked on a spaceship that took off with people and returned… Let’s see, I’ve also worked on virtually all of Boeing’s airplanes.”

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But don’t go writing to Maier about the lousy foot-room just yet, he designed mechanical parts of the plane, he wasn’t in charge of seat design.

So after a full career in aerospace engineering, what keeps Maier’s attention?

Trains; good ol’ trains. Oh, and music. Maier has also been a musician since the fifth grade. He plays clarinet and soprano, alto and tenor saxophone with Midd Winds, the Bristol Band, LC Jazz and played in the pit for Vergennes Union High School’s recent production of “Anything Goes.”

“I started helping out at the Sheldon before I retired,” explained Maier, who now finally has his hands on a Lionel Santa Fe. He also helps with the Shelburne Museum’s trains, and does some work for Tony’s Trains Exchange in Essex Junction. “It looked like something fun to do.”

And it still is. Go see Maier and the team of engineers run the trains at the Sheldon this year. The trains are on display now and will run through Jan. 12, 2019, Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m., Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sundays, Dec. 3, 10, 17 and 23, 1-3 p.m.

“Gabe the lamp lighter” climbs the ladder to turn on the flood lights.

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OUT OF TOWN Holiday concert in Hinesburg celebrates season

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he Hinesburg Artist Series presents their annual Holiday Concert on Sunday, Dec. 9, at St. Jude’s Church in Hinesburg.

The first performance will be at 2 p.m. with a second concert beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Under the direction of Rufus Patrick, the South County Chorus, In Accord and the Hinesburg Artist Series Orchestra will perform a variety of holiday music with guest artists Allison D. Steinmetz, soprano and Cameron Steinmetz, tenor.

Performances will feature selections from Messiah, Jazz Alleluia, Angels We Have Hard on High, Christmas on Broadway, Jazz Gloria Deo, O Holy Night and a stunning arrangement for chorus, orchestra and soloists

by Mark Hayes entitled, “Gloria In Excelsis Deo.” Soloists Allison and Cameron will sing the beautiful duet, “The Prayer,” by David Foster and Carole Boyer Sager. The orchestra will perform “A Christmas Festival” by Leroy Anderson and the audience will join them with singing carols.

Allison is a highly sought after concert soloist, performing frequently in both classic and contemporary masterworks that span the soprano repertoire and she has appeared with many of the prominent ensembles, opera companies and theaters of Vermont. Cameron, tenor, is a proficient pianist, organist and tribal percussionist and a member of the Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s educational quartet, bringing music and education to elementary school students.

Allison D. Steinmetz

Cameron Steinmetz

These much loved and popular concerts are free with donations gratefully accepted. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Hinesburg Food Shelf. For more information, visit hinesburgartistseries.org or find them on Facebook.

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IN TOWN Broadway Direct returns for 13th year VERGENNES OPERA HOUSE HOSTS PROS ON STAGE THIS FRIDAY

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ill Carmichael, is once again pulling together the annual Broadway Direct show, marking his 13th year doing so. The production will take place on Friday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m. Doors and the cash bar will open at 6:45 p.m. for general seating.

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

Carmichael performed with Anastasia in the first national tour of “City of Angels” and with Joseph Dellger in the national tour and U.S. premier of “Ragtime.”

“This will be the first time Anastasia and Joe have been able to join me for Broadway Direct,” Carmichael said. “They’ve heard so much about it, now they can experience it for themselves and fall in love with Vergennes, just like all the performers over the past 12 years have done.”

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. This year, the students are Maddy Smith, Sydney Tarte and Caitlin Walsh. All three students are

seniors at Vergennes Union High School.

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 more.

“Broadway Direct will once again delight audience from far and wide,” said Gerianne Smart, President of the Friends of the Vergennes Opera House. “Though they rehearse less than two days together, they have been working on this show for many, many weeks, but separately. How this show comes together every year never ceases to amaze me.”

This entire show, students and all, will also be performing a matinee and an evening performance the next day, Saturday, Dec. 8, at Saint Michael’s Playhouse in Colchester. This gives the students the opportunity to perform with professional singers/actors on an equity stage.

Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors (65+), and $5 for students 18 and younger.

They are available online in advance at vergennesoperahouse.org. The special pricing for students is made possible by underwriting from the Vergennes Rotary Club. Tickets are also available in advance at Lulu’s Ice Cream in Vergennes and at the door. For more information visit the Vergennes Opera House website or call (802) 877-6737.

RACIAL JUSTICE FILM SERIES CONTINUES IN MIDDLEBURY Middlebury Showing Up for Racial Justice continues the second season of its Seeing Color/Seeking Justice film series at the Marquis Theater in Middlebury, with “The Hate U Give.” This film will be shown on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 4 and 7 p.m.

“The Hate U Give” 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 six months, excluding January. A suggested donation of $10 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.

To give directly to the doula fund, donors can visit gofundme.com/communitybaby-gift-for-monica.

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ARTIST OPEN HOUSE

Come see “Almost, Maine,” by John Cariani, on Dec. 13-15, 7:30 p.m., in the A.R.T. black box theatre in Middlebury. This play is a “series of nine amiably absurdist vignettes about love, with a touch of goodnatured magic realism…witty, romantic, unsentimental. A beautifully structured play, with nifty surprise endings,” according to the New York Times. Call the box office to reserve tickets, (802) 382-1036.

On Sunday Dec. 9 and Monday, Dec. 10, Amaryllis: Vermont’s Early Voice group will perform “There is a Rose” featuring a capella Christmas songs and motets from the 15th and 16th centuries at the United Church of Lincoln, 2 p.m. The 16-voice ensemble will perform a Magnificat by FrancoFlemish composer Pierre de la Rue (1460-1518), motets

by Byrd, Guerrero, Palestrina, as well as carol favorites by Praetorius, Jacob Handl and others. Suggested donation $15 at the door. For more info, visit amaryllisvt.org or contact Speck@middlebury.edu or (802) 453-3513.

Deborah Holmes will open her home/ studio at 24 Garfield Street in Bristol next weekend, Dec. 8-9, from 10 a.m.5 p.m. Stop by to view her watercolor paintings, snack on refreshments and peruse ornaments and art for sale. Her gallery will also be open on Dec. 15 and 22, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. For more info call (802) 453-8511 or visit deborahholmeswatercolors.com.

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WHAT YOU WANT TO DO DEC. 6-12, 2018

Holiday Happenings BRISTOL

CHOCOLATE WALK. Friday, Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m., downtown. Enjoy a complimentary chocolate treat, while browsing Main Street.

CANDY CANE HUNT. Friday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m., on the town green. Bundle up, bring your flashlight and help Santa find ‘em all.

MEMORY TREE LIGHTING. Saturday, Dec. 7, at 6:30 p.m., town green gazebo. Bulbs may be purchased for $5 online at BristolVTRec. com.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA. Saturday, Dec. 8, seatings at 8:30, 9:30 and 10: 30 a.m., Holley Hall. Reservations required. Tickets $10. More at BristolVtRec.com

BRANDON CHRISTMAS DECORATING CONTEST. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 5 p.m., downtown. Judging will begin at 5 p.m.

BRANDON FARMER’S MARKET ANNUAL HOLIDAY FAIR. Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Neshobe School, 17 Neshobe Dr. More info contact Wendy Cijka at 802-273-2655 or cijka4@gmail.com.

BRANDON FESTIVAL SINGERS. 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. Free will offering.

LINCOLN TOY SWAP/SALE. Thursday, Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 3-5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Lincoln Library, 222 W. River Rd. Donate toys and receive credits

to shop on Friday or Saturday.

AMARYLLIS. 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 the 16-voice a capella ensemble. Suggested donation $15 at the door. More info at amaryllisvt.org, Speck@ middlebury.edu or 802-453-3513.

MIDDLEBUERY MIDD NIGHT STROLL. Thursday, Dec. 6, and 13, 5-8 p.m., downtown and the Marble Works.

Middlebury businesses will be open late. Free gift-wrapping and cocoa.

CHARACTER BREAKFAST. 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.

OLD-FASHIONED VISIT WITH SANTA. Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-noon, Maple Landmark, 1297 Exchange St. Free toy to all children who come to see Santa.

TAKE YOUR PICTURE WITH SANTA CLAUS. Saturday, Dec. 8, 1:30-3 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. LESSONS AND CAROLS FOR ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS. 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. George Matthew Jr. rings in the service with selections on the carillon. Donations collected for local charities.

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA: “IN THE CHRISTMAS MOOD.” Monday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. It’s a night of holiday favorites with the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.

AMARYLLIS. Monday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m.,

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.

Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. In “There Is A Rose: A Capella Christmas Songs and Motets from the 15th & 16th Centuries,” Susanne Peck will lead the 16-voice a capella ensemble. Suggested donation $15 at the door. More info at amaryllisvt.org, Speck@middlebury.edu or 802-453-3513.

NEW HAVEN 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. Contact Judy at 802-897-2697.

VERGENNES MAGIC ON MAIN IN VERGENNES. Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m. Shops up and down and around Main Street will welcome holiday shoppers. More info at VergennesDowntown.org or on social media @VergennesPartnership.

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.

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. Enjoy hot cider and festive music while you shop.

More info call Martha at 802-349-0229.

MISSION CONCERT IN VERGENNES. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2-4 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church, 30 Water St. A concert to raise money to help neighbors in need. 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.

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“GAUGIN: THE FULL STORY” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St. The first full-length biography of one of the world’s most popular yet controversial artists. Part of THT’s Great Art Wednesdays series. Tickets $13 adults/$8 student (includes a $1 preservation fee), available online at townhalltheater.org or the THT Box Office at 802-382-9222, MondaySaturday, noon-5 p.m.

CRAFTS

SNOW GLOBE CRAFT IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, Dec. 7, 3:30-4:15 p.m., Ilsley Public Library, 75 Main St. Create a miniature winter wonderland. For grades 2 and up.

DANCE

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

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.

FILM

FILM AND MEDIA CULTURE FALL STUDENT SCREENING IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m., Dana Auditorium, Middlebury College. Join the Department of Film and Media Culture for the annual fall showcase of student work produced in Sight and Sound II and 3D Computer Animation.

Free.

“THE HATE U GIVE” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 4 and 7 p.m. Marquis theater, 65 Main St. Based on the bestselling young adult novel by Angie Thomas, this film is the second in Middlebury Showing Up for Racial Justice’s Seeing Color/Seeking Justice film series.

MUSIC

GEORGE MATTHEW JR. ORGAN RECITAL IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Dec. 6, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. Free.

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

Free and open to the public.

JAZZ SHOWCASE IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Lower Lobby, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. A special edition of the Showcase featuring a wide array of instrumentalists and singers creating some great jazz. Come celebrate the music that’s been called America’s National Treasure. Free and open to the public.

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

| ARTS+LEISURE | Thursday, December 6, 2018 — PAGE 7 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.

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.

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DIL YOGA SANCTUARY (WASHINGTON ST) Open House with

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FIRE AND ICE (SEYMOUR ST) 40% off appetizers all night in the Big

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FORTH ‘N GOAL Special Pop-Up by the Waybury Inn, free tastings by Foley Brothers Brewery plus take 20% off the entire store or 25% off if paying with Middlebury Money.

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evening, tastings by Appalachian Gap Distillery and shop the “Top Ten Family Games List” from $10-$50. Also be sure to check out the Children’s Game Registry this holiday season- bring your kids to shop around, try games out from the game library and make a list for a registry. You can then purchase one of the games listed on the registry for a 10% discount between now and Christmas.

TOWN HALL THEATER Tour the building and adjacent space beginning at 5pm and hear stories about the THT and see what’s happening in the building. Tours last approximately 30 mins.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN $1 oysters and $5 glasses of champagne while quantities last!

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WATERFALLS DAY SPA (MIDDLEBURY INN) Escape the stress this holiday season with a no-stress holiday at Waterfalls Day Spa. Enjoy free mini-spa treatments, gift card specials, spa gifts, raffles and more! Escape.

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MARQUIS THEATER Hot Apple Cider ($3) or add Fireball Whiskey ($5), get a coupon for 1 free small popcorn or a small soda with the purchase of a $20 gift card. Trivia begins at 7pm- free.

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MORGAN’S TAVERN (MIDDLEBURY INN) Burgers & A Beverage (beer or soft drink) for $15 all week between 12/6 and 12/13. Gift Certificate special: buy $100 worth of gift certificates in any denomination and receive a free $20 gift certificate. Gift certificate special lasts through Dec. 24th MR. UPS $4 drink specials NEAT REPEATS Take 20% off storewide and enjoy complimentary cookies while you shop

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Merchants Row, Middlebury, VT Tickets: 802-382-9222 www.townhalltheater.org Preservation Fee: $1-$2 per ticket

Mon 12/10 7pm $40

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA

IN THE CHRISTMAS MOOD

It’s a night of holiday favorites and more from Sleigh Ride to In the Mood and Moonlight Serenade rendered in the unique jazz sound that this Orchestra made famous.

Wed 12/12 11am & 7pm $13/$8 Students

GAUGUIN: THE FULL STORY

Hailed by The New York Times as the finest artistic biography ever made, this full-length film retells the artist’s remarkable life and features a stunning collection of his masterpieces.

Fri 12/14 7pm $13/$75 for Multi-Film Pass MNFF WINTER/SPRING SCREENING SERIES

THREE IDENTICAL STRANGERS

Don’t miss this critically acclaimed, riveting documentary that won the Special Jury Prize at Sundance. Triplets who were separated at birth discover each other, and more startling – learn why they were adopted by different families and monitored.

Sat 12/15 1pm $24/$10 Students MET LIVE IN HD

LA TRAVIATA

This richly textured new production features a dazzling 18th-century setting that changes with the seasons.

Pre-performance talk by Scott Morrison in the Studio at 12:15

Fri 12/21 7:30pm; Sat 12/22 3pm & 7:30pm; Sun 12/23 3pm $25/$21 Srs/$20 Students

NIGHT FIRES

A mystery and winter solstice pageant woven together by a bear and spider who have morphed from man and woman – punctuated with music and songs from around the globe – weave a web of magic, humor and pathos.

Mon 12/31 8pm Doors/8:30pm Band $15/$18 @ the Door

NEW YEAR’S EVE

with THE HORSE TRADERS

Happy New Year! Say goodbye to 2018 and join a rollicking dance party led by veteran performers with a wide and exciting repertoire from modern pop to oldies and classic rock, soul, country and more!

Cash bar. Midnight champagne toast for 21 & over.

FIND OUT WHAT TO SEE AND WHERE TO SEE IT. LOOK HERE EVERY THURSDAY.

EXHIBITS ART SQUARED: CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS INTERPRET TRADITIONAL QUILT SQUARE DESIGNS. On view through Jan. 28, featuring Guild artists’ interpretations of the classic quilt square designs. The result is a collection of modern folk-inspired art that ranges from traditional paintings to creations in ceramics, glass and jewelry. All are welcome.

The Brandon Artists Guild, 7 Center Street, Brandon. (802) 247-4956 or brandonartistsguild.org.

GROWING FOOD, GROWING FARMERS. On view through December, featuring the exploration of Vermont Folklife Center researchers Greg Sharrow and Andy Kolovos of the grass-roots food movement in Vermont.

Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St., Middlebury. (802) 388-4964 or vermontfolklifecenter.org.

HO HO HISTORICAL HOLIDAYS TO YOU. On view through Jan. 12, featuring classic Christmas images, antiques postcards, seasonal cards, written holiday memories, and toys from the Sheldon’s collections.Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St., Middlebury. (802) 388-2117 or henrysheldonmuseum.org.

HOLIDAY SHOW. On view through Dec. 31, featuring original, handmade and hand printed art, fine crafts and jewelry by 25 regional artists.

Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. (802) 382-9222 or townhalltheater.org.

MORE LIGHT. On view Dec. 1-Jan. 31, featuring all new works from Anne Cady, Cameron Schmitz, Edward Holland, Pamela Smith, Rose Umerlik, and Sobelman Cortapega in a range of media, including watercolor, oil painting and collage. An opening reception will coincide with Vergennes Magic on Main, Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m. There will be live music and gin cocktails. Northern Daughters Fine Art Gallery, 221 Main St., Vergennes.

(802) 877-2173 or northerndaughters.com.

OVER-THE-TOP HOLIDAY. On view through Jan. 12, featuring a glittering holiday display created by several Sheldon trustees (led by Warren Kimble, Liz Markowski, Danielle Rougeau, and Deborah Foster) of numerous lighted trees, tinsel, silver balls, antique sleds and skates, traditional Santas, paper chains and more. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St., Middlebury. (802) 388-2117 or henrysheldonmuseum.org.

POTTERY BY MARCIA PARKER AND MARSHALL EDDY. On view through Dec. 14, featuring sculptures by local artists Marcia Parker and Marshall Eddy. A closing reception will be held on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 4-6 p.m.

Refreshments will be served. Middlebury Studio School at 2377 Route 7 South. (802) 247-3702 or middleburystudioschool.org.

SMALL WORKS SHOW. On view through December, featuring paintings

by Philip Frey, Ellen Granter, Joe Bolger, Sara Katz, Sage Tucker-Ketcham, Woody Jackson, Scott Addis and Jane Davies, as well as woodblock prints

by Daryl Storrs and Matt Brown. Edgewater Gallery at the Falls, 1 Mill St., Middlebury. (802) 458-0098 for edgewatergallery.com.

SO VERY HIDEOUS AN IDEA. On view through Feb. 1, featuring Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. A Middlebury College Special Collections exhibit commemorating the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s novel. Located in the Davis Family Library Atrium. A companion exhibit, “Vital Experiments: Science in 1818” is on display in the Harman Periodicals Reading Room and in Special Collections. Davis Family Library, 110 Storrs Ave, Middlebury.

(802) 443-5494.

TRAINS, TRAINS, TRAINS! On view through Jan. 13, featuring an annual holiday tradition of model trains, towns and more. Engineers will operate the trains Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sundays (Dec, 3, 10 and 17) 1-3 p.m. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St., Middlebury.

(802) 388-2117 or henrysheldonmuseum.org.

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EXHIBITS Group show of small works sheds ‘more light’ NORTHERN DAUGHTERS GALLERY IN VERGENNES WELCOMES NEW WORK BY A VARIETY OF ARTISTS

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establishing a space where narrative can be developed.” Holland received his BFA from Syracuse University and his MA from New York University.

orthern Daughters is hosting its third annual small works exhibit “more light,” on view at the gallery’s 221 Main Street location in Vergennes. The opening reception will coincide with Vergennes Magic on Main, Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-8 p.m. Gumbo Ya Ya will perform an acoustic set at NoDa, with their mix of calypso, ska, reggae and n’aline funk, and Barr Hill will be serving their delicious gin cocktails. The exhibit features all new works from Anne Cady, Cameron Schmitz, Edward Holland, Pamela Smith, Rose Umerlik, and Sobelman Cortapega in a range of media, including watercolor, oil painting and collage.

Anne Cady is best known for her lyrical Vermont landscape paintings. Her work is characterized by luminous saturated color, simplified forms and strongly contrasting values depicting the open pastures, farms, hills and mountains of the Champlain valley.

Cady has exhibited in many juried, solo and invitational exhibitions throughout her career.

Her paintings are held in private collections throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and New Zealand.

Cameron Schmitz’s new abstract paintings feature her dynamic brushwork. Through Schmitz’s vibrant pieces you can stay

Pamela Smith is a self taught painter based in Bristol. Smith’s paintings are rich in pattern and floral elements, and exhibit the liberty experienced by an outsider artist who plays with perspectives, dimensions and mediums freely.

“Waiting for the Litlle Prince or Princess” by Anne Cady 12” x 12” – $900

Rose Umerlik’s work is abstract with a focus on form and line. Using these elements, she captures the emotion in human relationships or stories of aloneness. Her primary interest is in depicting the complexity of what it is to be human by mirroring that intricacy in the interaction and layering of forms and lines in her work.

in transitory moments of high energy, movement, and expansion and walk through them as you travel through the composition of her abstract work.

Sobelman Cortapega is a collage artist and illustrator from Spain. With scissors, old books and magazines in hand she constructs her world of imagery.

Edward Holland is an abstract artist based in New York City who works in a wide variety of materials including acrylic and oil paint, colored pencil, graphite, and collage. He shares of his artwork, “I am not interested in depicting a specific narrative.

Instead, I am interested in

For more information please contact info@ northerndaughters.com or (802) 877-2173, or visit northerndaughters.com.

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the movie DIVIDE AND CONQUER: THE STORY OF ROGER AILES — RUNNING TIME: 1:47 — RATING: R How I wish “Divide and Conquer: The Story of Roger Ailes” could be seen by everyone in America. Right-wing thinkers will be at a loss to condemn it as partisan because it is composed of live footage of the participants themselves. Left-wing thinkers will be stunned at how little they themselves actually knew. This is a portrait of the man who rose from designing Richard Nixon’s presidential campaign to creating Fox News as a national power. It is the tale of a man hungry for personal power who achieved it on a level rarely seen in a democracy.

In 1996, Rupert Murdoch and his Fox News hired Roger Ailes who then spent years creating and covering scandals in the lives of public figures as Fox News became enormously powerful. On screen we watch Ailes tell the women reporters how to dress, what to say, what stories to cover.

We watch him mold presidents as he creates the now strongest of all behind-the-scenes manipulators: The Media Advisor. After becoming the strongest example of his own invention, he filled that role himself until the day he died.

As the first Media Advisor in history, he became both a kingmaker and a puppeteer. The people who hired him, needed him. He made so many enemies that he had his office lined in bullet proof glass. He grew to be a nasty kingmaker so powerful that he engineered Republican political campaigns from George H.W. Bush forward.

When we look at what this movie triggers about the secret manipulations of presidential elections, several things are clear. First, Roger Ailes built Fox’s staggering power with the blessing of founder Rupert Murdoch.

Second, Fox now stands supreme in its power over presidential elections.

Third, in the month of November 2018, American President Donald Trump announced aloud for all to hear that what our country needs is one national television program that would report “the truth.” We can only ask: “Whose truth?”

Roger Ailes in “Divide and Conquer: The Story of Roger Ailes” (2018).

Given the fact that in this film Trump is already in conversations with the Murdoch family, point three is nothing less than terrifying. This is a man who saw clearly the record of the Ailes/Murdoch alliance and wants to be next in line for their help. This documentary stops short, as it should, of predicting what would happen if a Trump/Fox alliance dominated the distribution of the national news.

Imagine, if you can, our country dependent on one source of information.

A president who believes in rule by one man could wrap his beliefs and intentions in a single government news outlet for distribution to the public. Does that sound familiar? Sadly, much of our population is too young even to know that Hitler did exactly that in the 1930s. Is it too much to hope that Americans of all ages will see this documentary that clarifies the dangerous roots planted by Roger Ailes? Now that he is dead, will Fox News reconsider their manipulation?

the book

— Reviewed by Joan Ellis

MOST TALKED ABOUT BOOKS

WASHINGTON BLACK — BY ESI EDUGYAN

Small Fry,

by Lisa Brennan-Jobs

(Knopf Publishing Group)

We meet Washington “Wash” Black at a young age, an 11-year-old field slave on a Barbados sugar plantation around the year 1830. He is fortuitously called to serve as manservant to the plantation owner’s cousin, Christopher “Titch” Wild — inventor, eccentric, abolitionist — for the sole reason that he makes suitable ballast for the Cloud-Cutter, the balloon contraption that hastens their departure. Titch discovers Wash’s gift, and while nurturing this talent, he also teaches him to read and think for himself, a dangerous and challenging prospect in the world Wash has lived in until now. When an unexplained death taints the venture, Wash and Titch embark on a dangerous odyssey across the globe, a scientific exploration of magnificent proportions. The evocative language, remote and untamed wildernesses lend a distinct 19th-century feel to the novel, and it is as gripping as it is moving. Canadian Esi Edugyan, author of “The Second Life of Samuel Tyne” and “Half-Blood Blues,” has just won the Scotiabank Giller Prize, Canada’s top literary prize, for the second time. As brilliant as “The Underground Railroad” and even more imaginative, “Washington Black” was also short-listed for the Man Booker Prize this year, and continues to receive critical acclaim.

— Reviewed by Jenny Lyons of The Vermont Book Shop in Middlebury

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live music 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, 7:15-8:15 p.m., EastView at Middlebury.

JAZZ SHOWCASE IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Glenn Miller Orchestra brings the Christmas Mood

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he world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will bring their classic, big-band hits as well as several holiday favorites to Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater on Monday, Dec. 10.

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. Hilscher, who began his professional career in the 1990s as a teenager, has been featured on several albums with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, including “On The Air” and “Steppin’ Out.” Hilscher released his latest solo album “Young and Foolish,” in 2010, which features the music of Nat King Cole, Buddy Holly, Roger Miller, Cole Porter, Elvis Presley and Hank Williams Sr. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. Tickets are $40 plus fees, and are available at the theater’s box office, by calling (802) 382-9222 or online at TownHallTheater.org. The concert is presented by A&R Entertainment.

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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.

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Shop around. Thanks to our many local artists and galleries, finding inspiration is easy. If nothing quite strikes your fancy, there’s always the internet — where billions of pieces of art, from tapestries to photographs to paintings are at your fingertips.

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Seek inspiration. Art is everywhere. If you’re uncertain of what you like, make a concerted effort to recognize the art you see but may not stop to notice each day. As you expose yourself to more and more art, you will gain a greater knowledge of what you like and dislike.

Switch things up. Your entire home does not need to follow a theme. If your taste in art is eclectic, embrace that and have different rooms throughout your home reflect your different tastes.

— MetroCreative

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VOCAL RECITAL IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts, 72 Porter Field Rd. Students of affiliate artists Carol Christensen and Susanne Peck cap off a semester of vocal study with an evening of songs and arias. Accompanied by affiliate artist Cynthia Huard and by Annemieke McLane, piano. Free.

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.

MIDDLEBURY COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER SALON IN MIDDLEBURY. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 6-7 p.m., Unity Hall, Congregational Church of Middlebury, 2 Main St. MCMC to perform pieces they have been studying in their lessons. It’s a supportive and casual way to share their music with family, friends and other studios. Light refreshments are provided and it’s free and open to the public. Join us. Salons happen every second Wednesday of the month.

top pick GO SEE “KRAMPUSNACHT: STORIES OF LIGHT AND DARK FOR THE WINTER SOLSTICE” FOR SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT. YOU WON’T BE DISAPPOINTED WITH THIS EXCLECTIC MIX OF ORIGINAL MATERIAL AND GLOBAL TRADITIONS. FRIDAY, DEC. 7 AT SPICE STUDIO IN ROCHESTER.

MOUNT ABRAHAM MUSIC CONCERT IN BRISTOL. Wednesday, Dec. 12, 7-9 p.m., Auditorium Mt. Abraham Union High School, Airport Rd. Come out and join the Mount Abraham UHS Music Department for their winter concert. More info call 802-453-7082.

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“THE DROWSY CHAPERONE” ON STAGE IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Dec. 6, Friday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m.,Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Peasant St. The Middlebury Community Players stage this play-within-a-play musical show that uses all the clichéd plot devices of a 1920s musical, including mistaken identity, comedy schtick, phony accents, and dance numbers that don’t quite go with the plot. Tickets on sale at townhalltheater.org.

“LUNGS” ON STAGE IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m., 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.

“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.