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Essex Fire Dept. looks New report cards on the way by next year for EHS students to ﬁx ‘lemon’ trucks By JASON STARR

he Essex Selectboard broke protocol last month when it unanimously approved a lease/purchase contract for two Pierce fire trucks without seeking bids from other manufacturers. Essex Fire Chief Charles Cole recommended the move. The fire department has been burned with recent purchases when accepting the lowest bidding manufacturer, he said. The Pierce truck will replace the department’s 2008 KME fire engine, which Cole called “a lem-

on.” Mechanical problems and exterior issues have taken the truck off the road a total of 19 months, he said, and cost the department $53,000 in unexpected maintenance. Cole also said the E One fire engine the department purchased in 2014 is prone to engineering failures. It’s also overweight. “It’s not only a huge safety issue, but it also violates Vermont law,” Cole said. Clark’s Truck Center in Jericho took in the E One in April. “I don’t know what to say,” Cole said. “It was an error. We did

By COLIN FLANDERS

ssex High School students will receive a new report card next year, the school’s latest step toward proficiency-based learning and assessment. The new report cards will separate academic achievement from work habits to better reflect if those proficiencies are met, according to EHS principal Rob Reardon. The push for proficiency-based learning began in 2014 when the Vermont State Board of Education adopted new standards forcing high schools to revise curriculum and graduation requirements to ensure students meet

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Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Amy Cole, Chittenden Central Supervisory Union executive director of curriculum (standing), speaks with a group of parents during an informational meeting May 11.

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f the saying holds true, April showers are due many thanks for the sea of tulips located in front of A.W. Rich Funeral Home, which inspired a group of eight local women to try their hand at capturing the scene May 12. The artists were taking a class run led by Jerichobased artist Kathleen Berry Bergeron, who specializes in watercolor painting. She often will take her classes to various outdoor locations, and thanked funeral home director John D. Workman for his hospitality. Under clear skies last Thursday, she spoke of her passion for painting and the joy of sharing it with others. “I never can get enough of it,” she said.

Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Chuck the iguana enjoys a salad at Essex Middle School.

Classroom reptile delights middle school

ABOVE, A watercolor class takes in the sun and scenery in front of A.W. Rich Funeral Home last Thursday.

By COLIN FLANDERS

he foggy windows in Chuck’s classroom matched a sky of clouds last Friday morning as he ambled over to a dry mix of lettuce and cherry tomatoes — a lunch unlikely to rouse much envy from his Essex Middle School companions. Even so, he made light work of the meal. He occasionally surveyed the room, a leaf hanging from his mouth like a toothpick. Chuck was disappointed in Friday’s forecast, as like most during the winter months, he’s often found gazing out the window in hopes of warmer days. Spring carries an added signifi cance for Chuck, Shawn Willis however, since he can once again make the migration outside. That’s because Chuck — also known as Chuckzilla Jr. — is an iguana. He’s just one of many critters to occupy science teacher Shawn Willis’ classroom over the years. His cage door always remains open, allowing him to roam as he pleases. More specifically, Chuck is a red iguana, though appearing more orange than his namesake suggests. After a long winter, the tint slightly dulls along his 4-foot-long body; nothing some sunbathing can’t fix, though. Other classroom pets have included a curious ferret

'He’s well loved.'

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LEFT, Wendy Palmer dips her brush in water during a watercolor painting class last Thursday.

Cops and CrossFit Class helps with stress, expert says By MICHAELA HALNON

he two-dozen athletes gathered at 802 CrossFit in Essex Junction were not dressed in typical workout attire last Friday afternoon. Participants fastened inflated balloons to headbands and zipped up colored jumpsuits. Others donned superhero capes and masks, posing for photos before they began a grueling 7-minute burpee challenge, a combined pushup, squat, jumping movement. These outfits were all sported in the name of the Michael Zemanek Foundation

that supports police officers and their families after catastrophic incidents. A sheriff’s deputy killed in an interstate crash, Zemanek’s cause hits close to home for 802 CrossFit, as more than 30 percent of the gym’s members work for a police department, rescue or military organization. Participants are in the middle of a six-week challenge, earning points for their team – bonus ones for creative get-ups and team spirit. “We knew our members would be willing to help, but we never imagined this kind See CROSSFIT, page 3

Photo by SARA CHASE Colchester police Cpl. Jaime Bressler works out at 802 Crossfit in Essex Jct.

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named Sherlock Holmes, a mix of turtles and fish and Chuckzilla Sr. — an iguana Willis was given about 18 years ago after he survived a truck accident en route to a pet store. She’s had the current Chuck for the past nine years. He’ll soon need a new home, however, as Willis is retiring from the middle school to take a position at Champlain College where she won’t have a dedicated classroom. Willis admits she’ll miss him, speaking of their time together with a clear sense of nostalgia. Chuck’s apparent wanderlust began at an early age. When he was about 6 months old, he managed to find his way to the school basement via the ceiling tiles (his exact route is still unknown.) After three months, Willis wrote him off. She and her students even held a ceremonial service to mourn the lost reptile. Yet one day, a custodian stopped by with a surprise from the boiler room. “Chuck!” the students cheered. Since then, he’s led a less daring existence. Besides his threemonth hiatus, Chuck treats his freedom with respect, while keeping a keen eye on students’ feet, Willis said. Soon, he’ll make the move back to the school’s courtyard — what Willis calls his very own “wild kingdom” — where he’ll stay through the summer. “Sometimes there’s a

couple of barn swallows who nest out there and swoop down. You can see him like King Kong out there,” Willis said. True to the comparison, his climbing abilities especially impress younger students at camps during the summer — they’ll often begin their day with a reptilian version of Where’s Waldo. And principal Kevin Briggs has been known to provide Willis with a recap of Chuck’s activities, which he can observe from his office window. Yet his presence goes well beyond curiosity, Willis said. She found Chuck has a calming presence for children with higher needs, both those she’s taught and those who frequently stop by the classroom in need of a break from the regular day. “That’s where animals make a difference,” Willis said. For this reason, she hopes to keep Chuck at EMS after she retires. She’s already had some bites and seems confident he’ll remain at the school. "He’s well loved,” she said. Waiting for a continuous stretch of warm days, Willis hopes to have him outside soon. For now, Chuck remains patient, taking in what sunlight he can from within the classroom windows while counting down the days.

of dedication,” said Sara Franco, who owns the gym with husband, Tarken Chase. CrossFit wasn’t developed for cops, but because the program promotes overall fitness, it’s good for law enforcement and military personnel who never know what the day brings, Franco said. There are more than 13,000 CrossFit affiliates worldwide – five in Vermont alone, according to CrossFit’s website. Daily workouts are done with minimal equipment and emphasize “functional movements” – actions that might be completed in everyday life. “They might have to drag a body. OK, we do tire pulls here,” Franco said. “They might have to suddenly chase after somebody, so we do explosive sprints.” Colchester police Cpl. Jaime Bressler joined 802 CrossFit last October following a fellow officer’s recommendation. A CrossFit workout better simulates typical police activity, she said. “You pick up heavy stuff and put it down and do short bursts of something really heavy or hard,” Bressler said. “That’s what we do all the time [at work]. You drive in the car for four hours and then you have to get out and chase somebody.” Though she was intrigued by CrossFit’s physical benefits, Bressler said she ultimately switched from a regular gym in search of a psychological

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tant for the Vt. Department of Children and Families, the Internet Crimes Against Children taskforce and for police officers in Colchester, Burlington and South Burlington. Provetto sees around 25 clients per week struggling with stress or trauma and recommends CrossFit as a coping mechanism every day. “The first question I ask people who come to see me is, ‘Tell me what you do for exercise,’” he said. “Exercise fights depression; it fights anxiety. It’s the complete opposite of a stress response.” Provetto said police officers need outlets for the emotions they harbor, and sometimes, that outlet isn’t healthy. Alcohol dependence and frequent displays of aggression are often seen in the policing community, he said. “If you don’t manage your stress, it’s going to leak out somewhere – ei-

ther at home or on the job,” Provetto said. Affiliates pay to bear the CrossFit name but have autonomy over programming. Franco and Chase frequently donate to policing charities and offer membership discounts to police officers. A flag with a thin blue line commemorating fallen officers hangs from the ceiling. “When you support what people do every day, especially in this climate when police officers are often looked at as thugs and killers,” Provetto said. “That’s so important.” Provetto said gym members often check in after a few missed workouts, important for those struggling with trauma or depression. “One of the obstacles with PTSD is how to integrate yourself back into an environment and still feel safe,” Provetto said. “And here, everybody is all dressed up, they’re yelling, they’re supporting each other.” Sometimes that support is officer to officer. Franco said there’s a large concentration of ColchesSee CROSSFIT, page 5

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Public finds its voice with energy siting bill By EMERSON LYNN

he bill to give the public a voice in the renewable energy siting process is one that has put all parties out of their comfort zone. That is a good thing. It’s an admission things were out of balance, and that the balance needed to be restored. The legislation was one of the last bills passed this session and is expected to be signed into law by the governor. What it does, reduced to a simple declarative sentence, is to bring the public’s voice into the process. Towns will have more influence in the regulatory process used to approve or disapprove renewable energy projects. The legislation also requires the Public Service Board to set sound standards for wind turbine projects, another victory. Both reflect the deep and growing angst being felt in Vermont communities throughout the state. Large commercial wind and solar projects were being proposed in locations communities found objectionable, and the public had no means by which to register their opposition. This anger was something renewable advocates played down and was something they preferred to ignore. With good reason: The renewable energy boom was on, and they did not want the progress slowed. There was, and is, a lot of money at stake. But the opposition’s voice began to crack through. Those opposed to the Swanton Wind Project are a case in point. They organized. They did their homework. And they mobilized the community to vote against the project. They took this energy to the Legislature, and they were part of the chorus that got legislators to pay more than lip service to their concerns. It worked. The legislation passed now gives communities the voice they were missing. Is it absolute? Is it everything opponents wanted? No. There isn’t any way of doing that and still have a renewable energy plan. What the legislation does is to give towns a greater voice in the siting process, but it also requires the towns – through their regional planning organizations – to come up with a regional plan that addresses the state’s renewable energy goals. The task, under the legislation, is to figure out where the projects could be sited, and the suitable size. What regional planning commissions can’t do is to say its regions want to be solar- or wind turbine-free. The objective is to figure out where in each of our regions these projects are best suited. The challenge isn’t if it should be done, but how. That is a lot of work. And it does not mean the projects will proceed without objection. Wind turbines, for example, are controversial at any level, on any ridgeline. The challenge is to locate them in places where populations are limited and far enough away not to hear them, and to locate them where pristine views are not destroyed. But the hard work is not something that can be heaped on the shoulders of the regional planning commissions alone; the public has to be involved. Should that not happen, then those involved will be the wouldbe developers and the promise of a public-backed process will be in name only. There is a tenuousness to the process the legislation invites. Renewable advocates are uncomfortable with a process that opponents may use to make solar and wind projects more difficult to advance. Wind turbine opponents are unhappy the legislation did not go further with a moratorium and that sound standards weren’t more demanding. Developers are concerned that the new regulatory process will be more costly and will require longer periods of time to complete. All of this may materialize, to one degree or another. But what we had was not working, and the reluctance to acknowledge the public’s growing anger was threatening to derail our progress going forward. Inviting the public to participate and to have our regional planning commissions be the body through which all of this is organized is a smart step toward putting together a renewable energy plan we can begin to implement statewide. Emerson Lynn is co-publisher of the Essex Reporter.

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Village recreation seeks high school council member

he Essex Junction Recreation and Parks Advisory Council is looking for a high school student to help with the development and maintenance of a comprehensive system of leisure and recreational services in the community. The student must be a resident of the Village of Essex Junction and should have an interest in recreational programs, planning, operations and identifying community needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in the community. Recreation plays an important role by providing programs and parks that promote healthy choices. The youth seat is a one-year term (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017). The advisory council meets every other month starting in September. The department oversees a variety of community programs. During the summer the department employs over 150 counselors, lifeguards, officials and coordinators for youth programs, sports camps, day camps, the Maple Street Pool and

more. During the school year, EJRP runs the Village Kids afterschool program at Hiawatha, Summit Street, and Fleming school and the EJRP Preschool Program. There are also many opportunities for youth and adults to participate in recreational and educational classes, leagues and programs. The department oversees activities at Cascade Park, Stevens Park and Maple Street Pool and Park. Village Recreation also partners with many other local youth organizations, including Essex Junction Little League, Essex Youth Football, the Essex Area Senior Center

and more. Interested candidates should write a brief letter to council chairwoman Deb Carlin (debneil@comcast.net) expressing interest and indicating the experiences and qualities they would bring to the council. The deadline for letters of interest is May 25. If you have questions, call the Recreation Department at 878-1375, or logon to our website www. ejrp.org. Brad Luck Director, Essex Jct. Parks and Recreation

From the Statehouse By LINDA K. MYERS R-Chittenden 8-1

hen I campaigned in summer and fall 2014, I heard from many of you about your tax burdens and the need to rein in spending. And I heard from many of you about your issues via email and phone calls during the sessions of 2015 and 2016. I went to Montpelier both years hoping to follow the path you asked me to take to put Vermont on a sound and sustainable fiscal path, to reduce your property tax burdens, to provide access to quality health care that Vermonters

can afford, to promote economic development and job creation while retaining our existing businesses and to ensure clean water for the next generation of Vermonters. Did the 2015/2016 legislature achieve what my constituents asked? I don’t think so. Sure, H.35, the water bill passed in 2015 did start to make an attempt to clean the waters of Vermont. I was happy to support that bill. I also voted for Act 46, the legislation that led to the formation of the Essex Westford Unified School District. This year I also approved of the bill that offered a compromise on siting renewable energy projects. But as for the other issues you were concerned with such as taxes, economic development and job creation, and problems many of you faced with Vermont Health Connect, I didn’t see much progress

over the past two years. During the 2015/2016 biennium, the legislature approved over $90 million in new taxes and fees and an ongoing budget deficit in excess of $30 million. This year the legislature voted to increase education property taxes by raising the residential property tax rate and reducing the non-residential rate. As Rep. Paul Dame noted last week, the legislature approved a new retail tax on home heating oil, propane, kerosene, natural gas and coal which will filter down to homeowners. There will also be an increase on the universal service fund on phone bills. One bill I did vote for, H.854, calls for an independent study of the Vermont Health Benefit Exchange, looking at its functionality and long-term sustainability of the technology and a review of the deficiencies of VHC. Perhaps this study will lead to changes in VHC.

Essex Senior Center By Liz Schick he Essex Area Senior Center held its sixth semi-annual bridge tournament on Friday, May 13. It was a lucky day for the three winning pairs. First Place: Doug Kemerer and Donna Powell both won $25 gift certificates to Dunkin Donuts. (Bud Conger: photo) Second Place: Nancy Reed and Fran Wager each won $25 gift certificates to Gadue’s Dry Cleaners. Third Place: Sandy McGowan and Dominic Abbondanza each won beautiful flower arrangements from Maplehurst Florist. In addition, there were eight door prizes ranging from gift certificates to Rocky’s Pizza, homemade jams by Marie Puttletz and loaves of Klingers artisan breads. Surrounding the 16 tables of play the 64 participants enjoyed was an exhibit of exceptional paintings by the recently late Ron Silverman, which

Puttlitz, Ray’s Seafood Market, Rocky’s Pizza, St. Michael’s Playhouse, Shear Envy Salon, Shelburne Farms, Sukha Thai Restaurant, Sweet Clover Market, Vermont Lamp & Shade and X-Ray’s Barber Shop. Thank you!

Photo by Bud Conger First place bridge tournament winners: Doug Kemerer and Donna Powellwon $25 gift certificates to Dunkin Donuts.

his wife, June, and her daughter loaned to the center for this tournament. A big thanks to the Bridge Tournament Committee who did a fabulous job, offering scrumptious homemade baked treats and other goodies for a delicious punch and coffee break during play, and who made sure everything ran smoothly. Kudos

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to Jacinth Boyd, Brooke Conger, Sandi McGowan, Peggy Pearson, Marie Puttlitz, June Silverman, Sandra White, co-chairs Linda Himelstein and Liz Schick and tournament director Sherry Marcoux. The biggest fundraiser of the day was the silent auction, which actually ran all week. We cannot thank enough the 27 businesses and individuals who donated to the auction and made it the largest single fundraiser EASC has ever had. Thank you to: Champlain Valley Fair, Cody’s Irish Pub, Essex Cinemas, Essex Grille, Essex Inn & Resort, Firebird Café, Flynn Center, Joyce’s Noodle House, Lane Bryant, Mac’s Market, Dee Meunier, My Little Cupcake, Natural Provisions Market, Pizza Putt, Phoenix Books, Purple Sage Salon, Marie

Coming attractions Come eat at the center, and greet your friends. The mealsite is having a potluck on May 25 at the Maple Street location. Whet your summer appetite for a great cookout on June 1 at Maple Street. Tickets: $5 for members. The community is invited to drop into the Perfect Blend Café, which is open at the center on the third Friday (May 20t from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Enjoy a hot beverage, homemade baked goods and good conversation. Everyone is welcome. Everyone 50 years of age or older is welcome at the Essex Area Senior Center, located at the Five Corners, between the fire station and Brownell Library, adjacent to the town offices. The center is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call 876-5087 or visit essexvtseniors.org. To make a reservation for the Senior Van call 878-6940. Note: The Center will be open for the Memorial Day Parade on Saturday, May 28 from 9 a.m.-noon, but will be closed Monday, Memorial Day, May 30.

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proficiencies in specific areas of study. He and Amy Cole, Chittenden Central Supervisory Union curriculum director, outlined the changes May 11 for about 50 parents in the high school’s cafeteria. Cole, whose son is a senior and whose daughter graduated from EHS two years ago, called report card one of a school system’s most important forms of communication. “When I receive my child’s report card, and there’s a number, it makes me want to know what’s behind the number,” she said last Thursday. Currently, EHS report cards provide little to that effect. Information is limited to a student’s total absences and per-class grade based on a scale of 100. Next year’s changes will add a four-point grading scale for work completion and engagement — two areas teachers believed should be separated from the overall grade, Cole said. Absences for each individual class will also be listed. A rubric explains students who complete assignments on time would receive a rating of 4, while students who rarely do would receive a 1. Though the scale doesn’t directly correlate to a student’s final numerical grade, it provides a glimpse into a student’s proficiency in a subject, Cole said. For example, a bright student who regularly misses homework might receive a low work completion grade yet maintain a decent numerical grade through tests and quizzes. Conversely, Cole imagines a student who completes all homework on time, yet ends the quarter with a low grade. Without breaking the grade down, parents can’t always tell why their child is struggling, she said. The changes will help educators figure out ways to support students like the second one Cole mentioned, while also showing students where to improve. Consistency across content areas will also be increased, she said. Since last fall, teachers across common classes have developed a list proficiencies required to pass. These will now accompany course expectations next school year on a document normally provided to students and parents at the beginning of each semester. Cole thinks of proficiencies as a “contract with the community.” “This is what your students will get when they come to class,” she said, noting it shouldn’t matter who their teacher is. Cole and Reardon also introduced the school’s multi-year transition plan, which outlines changes to student graduation requirements beginning in 2017-18. These changes will inevitably play a role in the college admissions process, to which administrators are “extremely sensitive,” Cole said. Some parents wondered if and when the new grading scale would show up on student transcripts. Cole and Reardon were unsure. “We want to make sure we’re pretty calibrated on the 1-4 before it heads out the door,” Cole said.

from page 3 Robin Rhodes Astor, an admissions counselor at St. Michael’s College, said there’s value in knowing these habits of learning. “The more we know about the student, the better,” she said last Friday. Astor has two children at EHS and a third who graduated from there, so like Cole, she has layered interest in the changes — as a parent and a professional. Astor’s been in admissions for 25 years and admits she came into last week’s meeting with more information than most parents. She understands the difficultly in implementing these changes, yet said it needs to occur soon. She also believes parents need more information. “I’m not sure our community fully understands this isn’t just something we’re choosing to do,” Astor said. If the goal is moving toward proficiency-based learning, Astor is surprised the report card changes aren’t more ambitious. Though Cole called it a “first step,” she said it’s an important one that will take some time to perfect. She’s also aware of the anxiety that comes with changes in education; she and Reardon spent much of last week’s meeting quelling rumors, such as will students still have homework (They will.) Reardon wasn’t surprised by the meeting’s tangents. “If there’s no information available, you create your own reality,” he said, adding that underscores the meetings’ importance. Parents and students will have another chance to provide feedback on the changes on May 25, from 6-8 p.m. at the high school’s cafeteria. “We really do want people to kick the tires on it,” Cole said.

ter police officers who work out together. “They all trash talk each other,” Franco said, laughing. “But at the end of the day, they’re cheering each other on and asking each other what their times were at work the next day.”

Bressler said the camaraderie often shows in playful taunts but also comes through in more serious ways. “I know another officer [at CrossFit] was going through a tough time personally, just like I was,” Bressler said. “We can connect because of that. We know we’re on the same page.” Provetto thinks exercise should be integrated into police work. Some departments provide officers an

hour to work out on duty. It’s a suggestion Bressler says Colchester PD is seriously considering, though concerns about how to fairly compensate day and night-shift workers have complicated matters. In the meantime, Provetto encourages all officers to explore the benefits of social exercise. “You really walk out of here feeling better about yourself,” he said. “Exercise resets everything.”

of their trucks” Cole told the selectboard. The department is also replacing a 1999 International tanker with a larger Pierce truck that can carry 4,000 gallons of water. The truck will enable the department to better serve rural areas of town without access to fire hydrants. “We can do a large amount of firefighting with that amount of water,” Cole said. The selectboard approved spending roughly $1.2 million combined on the two trucks over a 12-year fi-

nancing plan. A $150,000 down payment due June 30 will come from the town’s capital equipment fund and not impact the tax base, Cole said. “Twelve years seems to be about right in terms of balancing the annual payment on it and making sure it’s not going to outlive the life of the vehicles,” finance director Doug Fisher said. “We’re hoping to get 15 years out of these.” The department expects to fetch about $150,000 for the sale of its KME truck and International tanker.

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our best when we speculated that truck, and that’s what we got. So this time around, we’ve asked to go with quality and not necessarily the cheapest bidder.” The Pierce truck costs about $25,000 more than a KME, but Cole is excited to bring one back into the fold. EFD had a Pierce in the 1990s that was sold to a department in Washington, which later sold it to a department in Peru. “We found a picture of it on Facebook, and it’s still in service today, so it [illustrates] the quality

Obituaries

Marjorie MacLeod Faunce

arjorie MacLeod Faunce, 87 formerly of Essex Jct., passed away April 25, 2016 in Westford, Mass. Marjorie was born to Gladys and Albert MacLeod on May 10, 1928 in Lynn, Mass. She graduated from Edward Little

High School in Auburn, Maine, and went on to earn a degree from Westbrook Junior College. After graduation, Marjorie held positions as a medical technician and as an executive assistant at Filene’s and IBM. On June 17, 1950 Marjorie married Norman J. Faunce in Auburn, Maine. During their 65 of years of marriage, she was the loving mother of two daughters, Nancy and Betsy. Living in Essex Jct. for over 55 years, Marjorie was an active member of First Congregational Church, singing in the choir and teaching Sunday school. As a volunteer, Marjorie earned her 25-year pin with the Red Cross, was a leader with the Girl Scouts of America, delivered Meals on Wheels, was an initi-

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ated sister of PEO and a long-time member of her beloved Sewing Girls. She enjoyed spending her summers on Lake Champlain, skiing, knitting and playing bridge. A loving daughter, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother, Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents Gladys and Albert MacLeod, her brothers Robert, Donald and Douglas MacLeod and her nephew/godson, Kenneth MacLeod. Marjorie is survived by her husband, Norman Faunce; her daughters Nancy Faunce and Elizabeth Faunce Andrews; son-in-law Charles Andrews and her grandsons Hunter and Benjamin An-

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This charming 4 bedroom colonial offers 2 1/2 baths, efficiently designed kitchen, formal dining room, family room with wood stove, den/office on 1st floor, hardwood wood flooring, air conditioning, screened front porch & oversized back deck for BBQing. Desirable Essex neighborhood. Offered at $344,900.

Carol Audette | (802) 846-8800 | www.carolaudette.com Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman Realty

1390 Sq. feet 2 level townhouse in Colchester VT within walking distance to the lake along with a finished basement for storage. Has two bedrooms and 1 ½ baths that

has been newly painted throughout the townhouse. Smoke and animal free, too. Comes with all the appliances plus new dishwasher and dryer which are not even a year old plus central vacuum. Has a back deck perfect for grilling and a shared yard with the bike path in your front yard. Nice neighborhood with four units in the association and quiet street close to everything. Recently appraised at $165,000. Selling by owner.

Call 802-872-8878 if interested.

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calendar 19 ThUrSday eSSex BUildinG BriGhT fUTUreS preSchool playGroUp

9:30 - 11 a.m., Essex Parks and Recreation office at Maple Street Park. Enjoy this weekly playgroup for families and caregivers with children ages 3 - 5. Parake in small motor activities, crafts, stories and begin conversations about child development and parenting.

Greenhouse is OPEN! Annual Flowers, Vegetables & Hanging Baskets

Vegetable Plants Onion Sets

$1.89/lb

Seed Potatoes 75¢/lb

L.D. Oliver Seed Company, Inc. Green Mountain Fertilizer Co. 26 Sunset Ave., Milton, VT • 802 893-4628 Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm; Sat 8am-4pm; Sun: Closed.

Pet of the Week SHADOW

15 year old Spayed Female

Reason here: My owner could no longer care for me. SUMMARY:

At 15 years young, Shadow is looking for a quiet home where she can enjoy the ﬁner things in life. Despite her name, she loves to take naps in the sunshine. A quirky girl, she likes to take baths in sinks under gently dripping faucets. If you are looking for a golden girl to spend your days with, Shadow might be the purrfect cat for you! My thoughts on: Cats & Dogs: No thank you! I’m afraid of other animals and would prefer to be the only furry four-legged friend in my new home.

7&Up!

$7 Sweeties All cats 7+ years

ONLY $7.00! 5/17 – 5/21

Humane Society of Chittenden County 802-862-0135

275± Vehicles at Public Auction!

Sat., May 21 @ 10AM (Register from 8AM) 298 J. Brown Drive, Williston, VT • 1-800-474-6132

’12 Dodge Journey ’12 Ford Fusion ’12 Kia Sorento ’10 Dodge Charger ’10 Hyundai Elantra ’10 Jeep Patriot ’10 Kia Optima ’10 Subaru Outback ’09 Ford Ranger ’09 Subaru Impreza ’08 Dodge Caliber

’08 Dodge Caliber ’08 Subaru Impreza ’08 Subaru Outback ’07 Chevy Aveo ’07 Chevy Equinox ’07 Chevy Malibu ’07 Chrysler Pacifica ’07 Dodge Dakota ’07 Ford Fusion ’07 Nissan Maxima ’07 Nissan Versa

’07 Saab 9-3 ’07 Toyota Prius ’06 Chevy Equinox ’06 Dodge Durango (2) ’06 Ford F-250 SD ’06 Honda Pilot ’06 Toyota Sienna ’05 Ford F-250 SD ’04 Ford Expedition & MANY MORE! List subject to change

Own a Piece of Tractor History! By ORDER OF THE BANKRuPTCy COuRT:

10 Vintage Tractors Sell at 9:30AM before the Auto Auction! Preview Friday, from 12-4PM

Foreclosure: Chittenden Co. • 2BR Townhouse Wednesday, June 15 @ 1PM 80 Seth Circle, Williston, VT

2BR, 1.5BA townhouse with garage. Great opportunity. Easy & affordable living. Near shopping, restaurants & employment opportunities.

Thomas Hirchak Co. • THCAuction.com • 800-634-7653

archie The Therapy doG

3:15 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. come read a book to Archie, a certified professional therapy dog. His owner is christine Packard, Brownell Library Trustees chairwoman. Suitable for all ages.

american leGion commUniTy dinner 5:30 - 7 p.m., American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. $10; open to all.

oliVe oil makinG 6 - 7:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Head in for an evening tasting of olives and olive oil. A local expert explains the process of olive oil making from tree to bottle.

moUnT manSfield Scale modelerS

6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Kolvoord Community Room, Brownell Library, Essex Jct. An informal gathering of scale model enthusiasts and model builders encompassing all areas of skill level. Show off projects, discuss modeling tips and techniques and gain inspiration from fellow modelers. Call 8790765 after 6 p.m. for more information.

Talk wiTh VermonT aUThor eric rickSTad

may 28

team to victory. To learn more and to register a team of up to four people, visit champlain. ngo/governorscup or contact Juliana Dixon at juliana@champlain.ngo.

mUSical STory Time

10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Rock out and read with books, songs and instruments. All ages.

SonGS and STorieS wiTh maTThew

3:15 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library.

21 SaTUrday kidS To parkS day

9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., 1 Tennis Ct., Milton. A nationwide day of outdoor play! Plus, you could win a BabyBjorn Baby Carrier. Sign up at parktrust.org. For more information, call 8934922.

drop-in wiTh yoUr deVice

10 - 11 a.m., Essex Free Library. need some tech help? Bring your electronic device and your questions.

exTenSion maSTer GardenerS annUal planT Sale

10 a.m. - 2 p.m., UVM Hort Farm, 65 Green Mountain Dr., South Burlington. Come visit the Extension master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale held during the Friends of the Hort Farm Bloom Time Festival. Browse a selection of donated perennials, shrubs, veggies and more. Enjoy a children’s planting table and raffle with great prizes. The event will go on rain or shine. For more information, call 6565241 or visit www.uvm. edu/mastergardener.

22 SUnday 7 p.m., Phoenix Books, 191 Bank St., Burlington. UniVerSiTy of Discover an unforgetVermonT table thriller set in EMAILED ADVERTISEMENT commencemenT Vermont's northeast 8:20 a.m., University Kingdom. New York ADVERTISING INSERTION ORDER Green, Burlington. Times Bestselling author Thomas Hirchak Company EricFROM: Rickstad presents Lisa Rowell rJ noonan rice "Lie in Wait." Great for Phone: 800-634-7653 • Fax: 802-888-2211 rUn mystery lovers and local 9 a.m., Rice Memorial TO: Wendy Ewing literature fans. Tickets: High School, 99 Proctor COMPANY: Essex Reporter $3, includes coupon for Ave., South Burlington. 1C=1.69; 2C=3.56; 3C=5.41; 4C=7.28 $5 off a book by the Walk or run a 5k or 10k featured author. TODAY’S DATE: 5/10 race to honor beloved NAME OF FILE: 05192016ER former Rice teacher foUnder'S DATE(S) TO RUN: 5/19 and coach RJ noonan. memorial Proceeds will support School chorUS SIZE OF AD: 2x7 upgrades to the Rice concerT EMAILED TO: ewing@essexreporter.com Memorial Fitness Center. 7 - 8 p.m., Founders This annual event brings SECTION: ESSEX REPORTER Memorial School. students, parents, alumni and the greater community together for a run 20 friday that starts at Rice and loops around UVM and 9TH ANNUAL back. RJ and Bridget lci GoVernor'S Noonan will be at the cUp fiShinG race to cheer on particiderBy pants. Register online at 10 a.m., Windemere www.rmhsvt.org. Way Access Area, Winooski River, Colchester. Green moUnTain Do you think your Bicycle clUB ride: fishing skills could beat BoUnd for out peers and elected BriSTol Bakery officials alike? This 9:15 a.m., Clifford friendly yet competitive Lumber, Route 116, derby stives to highlight Hinesburg. A 40-mile the importance of a healthy Lake Champlain. ride from Hinesburg to Bristol. Route can be Gov. Peter Shumlin, Miss modified for different Vermont and Congressendurance. Helmet men Peter Welch along required; children under with past winners will 18 must be supervised be looking to lead their

file photo by oliver parini The 2016 Essex Memorial Day Parade will begin at 8:30 a.m. at Gate F of the Champlain Valley Expo on Saturday, May 28.

by an adult. Contact Phyl Newbeck at 8992908 or email phyl@ together.net.

onion riVer JaZZ Band

9:20 a.m., Grace United Methodist Church, 130 Maple St., Essex Jct. The band invites you to hear many of your favorite tunes at their performace during the church service. Refreshments will be provided following the service.

leGo clUB

3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Build awesome creations using the library's collection of Legos.

24 TUeSday eSSex BUildinG BriGhT fUTUreS preSchool playGroUp

9:30 - noon, American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. $8; open to all.

9 - 10:30 a.m., Essex Parks and Recreation office at Maple Street Park. Enjoy this weekly playgroup for families and caregivers with children ages 3 - 5. Parake in small motor activities, crafts, stories and begin conversations about child development and parenting.

diVorce care SUpporT GroUp

VeTeranS affairS aSSiSTance

american leGion commUniTy BreakfaST

5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Essex Alliance Church, 37 Old Stage Rd., Essex Jct. Divorce is a tough road, but there is life after divorce. Led by people who have already walked down that road, this 13-week support group for men and women offers a safe place and a process to help make that journey easier. For more information and to register, call Sandy at 989-4081 or email sandybrisson@ gmail.com.

women'S pick-Up Soccer 6 - 8 p.m., Leddy Park fields (behind Leddy Park tennis courts), Burlington.

23 monday drop-in STory Time

10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Enjoy reading, rhyming and crafts. All ages.

Tech help wiTh clif

Noon - 1 p.m., Brownell Library. Bring in your new gadget or gizmo and Clif will sit with you to help you learn its ways. Reservation required; please call 878-6955 at least 24 hours in advance.

9 a.m. – 4 p.m., VFW Post 1767, 6 Maple St., Winooski. Veterans, dependents and survivors get straight answers to questions related to the Veterans Affairs Department. The Disabled American Veterans will have a mobile service office van available to assist and answer questions.

read To daiSy, Therapy doG

3:15 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Daisy is certified by Therapy Dogs of Vermont and loves to listen to kids read. Her owner is retired school counselor Maddie Nash. For all ages.

drop-in kniTTinG clUB 6:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Bring in your current knitting projects or start a new one in the company of fellow knitters!

milTon commUniTy Band rehearSal 7 - 8:45 p.m., Milton Middle School band room. Percussion, brass and woodwinds musicians welcome! For more information call 893-1398 or email miltonband01@hotmail. com.

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LOCAL MEETINGS monday, MAY 23

TUESDAY, MAY 24

6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - CCSU School Board, Essex High School Library

6:30 p.m. - Essex Village Trustees, Lincoln Hall; 2 Lincoln St., Essex Jct.

7:30 p.m., Essex Town Selectboard, Town Offices; 81 Main St., Essex Jct.

Thursday, MAY 26

25 wednesday Drop-In With Your Device

10 - 11 a.m., Essex Free Library. Need some tech help? Bring your electronic device and your questions.

Tech Help with Clif

Noon - 1 p.m., Brownell Library. Bring in your new gadget or gizmo and Clif will sit with you to help you learn its ways. Reservation required; please call 878-6955 at least 24 hours in advance.

Veterans Affairs Assistance 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., VFW Post 1767, 6 Maple St., Winooski. Veterans, dependents and survivors get straight answers to questions related to the Veterans Affairs Department. The Disabled American Veterans will have a mobile service office van available to assist and answer questions.

Maple Street Park 5K Running Series

6 p.m., Maple Street Park, 75 Maple St., Essex Jct. It’s the most fun you’ll have on a Wednesday night! The Maple Street Park Running Series is designed to encourage friendly competition and the enjoyment of running and racing. Course length is 5k (3.1 miles). New and experienced runners will enjoy the friendly, grassroots atmosphere of this fun course. Raffle prizes available. $10. Registration required at www.ejrp.org.

Building Empathy and Addressing Racial Oppression: A Workshop in 3 Parts

6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Brownell Library. The Peace & Justice Center and Brownell Library are pleased to offer this program, which strives to give participants the opportunity to build skills and knowledge to engage in conversations about racism, and take part in personal actions that address racial oppression in their lives. Participants are expected to attend the other two parts of this workshop on June 1 and 8. Sessions explore the concept of white fragility, racial myths and stereotypes and implicit bias and offer tools to help each participant strategize how they can be a part of undoing racism within their life and community. Space for this program is limited and registration is highly recommended. Free. For more information or to register, visit pjcvt.org or call 8632345 ext. 6.

6:30 p.m. - Essex Town Planning Commission, Town Offices; 81 Main St, Essex Jct.

NAMI VerMot connection recovery support group

7 - 8:30 p.m., Burlington Turning Point Center, 191 Bank St., Burlington. An alliance of individuals who have the common experience of living with mental illness. For more information, call 800-639- 6480, or visit www.namivt. org.

26 thursday essex building bright futures preschool playgroup

Read to Archie, Therapy Dog

3:15 - 4:15 p.m., Brownell Library. Archie is certified by Therapy Dogs of Vermont and loves to listen to kids read. His owner is Christine Packard, Brownell Library Trustees chair. For all ages.

American Legion Community Dinner 5:30 - 7 p.m., American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. $10; open to all.

Adult Evening Book Discussion

6:30 - 7:30, Essex Free Library. Join the discussion on "Call the Midwife" by Jennifer Worth. Copies of the book are available at the main desk.

27 friday Musical Story Time

10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Rock out and read with books, songs and instruments. All ages.

Dungeons and Dragons

6 - 8:30 p.m., Brownell Library. Embark on imaginary adventure. Our Dungeon Master serves as the game’s referee and storyteller. For grades 6 and up.

Maggie’s Fiber Friday for Adults

6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Brownell Library. Maggie Loftus, veteran knitter, will be settled in front of the fireplace in the main reading room. She invites adult knitters and crocheters to join her with their projects and engage in conversation. Bring patterns to share if you'd like. For more information, email Maggie at 6maggie2@

myfairpoint.net.

28 saturday Memorial Day Parade

8:30 - 11 a.m., Gate F of Champlain Valley Expo. This year's theme is "Respect, Honor and Remember." For route map, parking guide and more information, visit www.essexmemorialday parade.com.

Book Sale on Library Lawn

8:30 - 11 a.m., Brownell Library. Shop at the book sale and join Brownell Library, dressed in your favorite sports outfit, to walk in the Memorial Day Parade. We will be promoting our summer reading program: “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read!” For ages 9 and up. Younger children must be with an adult. Register in advance at 878-6956.

Green Mountain Bicycle Club Ride: Champlain Bridge

9:15 a.m., Vergennes Union High School, Monkton Rd., east parking lot. This moderately challenging ride heads out on Lake Rd. and across the bicycle-friendly Champlain Bridge. Helmet required; children under 18 must be supervised by adult. For more information contact John Bertelsen at 864-0101 or email jo.bertel@ gmail.com.

Northern VermonT Open Studio Tour

10 a.m. - 5 p.m., tour headquarters at 85 Church St., Burlington. It must be Open Studio Weekend when bright yellow signs appear along Vermont's roads over Memorial Day weekend, guiding visitors to studios of craftspeople and fine artists across Vermont. The self-guided open studio tour features the work of glassblowers, jewelers, printmakers, potters, furniture makers, weavers, ironworkers, painters, sculptors, quilt makers and wood carvers. Many galleries will host gallery talks and feature special exhibits in conjunction with this event. For a map of participating artists, visit www.vermontcrafts.com or call 223-3380 for more information.

JerichoUnderhill Open Studio Tour

10 a.m. - 5 p.m., tour headquarters at 22 Barber Farm Rd., Jericho. Seventeen local artists open their studios for the 2016 Memorial Day Weekend Jericho-Underhill Open Studio Tour. For a map of participating artists and directions, call Emile Gruppe Gallery at 899-3211. Vermont Ballet Theater School

Celebration of Dance 2016

1 p.m. & 6 p.m., Flynn Center for the Performing Arts; 153 Main St., Burlington. VBT is returning to the Flynn! Performing excerpts

from Romeo and Juliet, Sleeping Beauty, and more. Also includes Broadway and contemporary jazz. Guest artist Samuel Wilson of The Washington Ballet. Tickets starting at $17 available at www. flynntix.org. For more information, visit www. vbts.org or call 8782941.

Essex Area Religious Directory

Annual Roast Beef Dinner

4:30 - 7 p.m., North Hero School, Route 2, North Hero. A dinner to benefit the North Hero Volunteer Fire Department. Adults/$10, children under 12/$5. For more information, call 372-7772.

Essex High School Prom

8 - 11 p.m., ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, 1 College St., Burlington.

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CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (Fundamental-independent.) 61 Main St., Essex Junction, (802) 878-8341. Pastor James Gangwer. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday evening worship 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evening youth groups; Awana, Pro-Teens and Prayer meeting 7 p.m. CHRIST MEMORIAL CHURCH - Route 2A, Williston, just north of Industrial Ave. Wes Pastor, Senior Minister, (802) 878-7107, Proclaiming Christ and Him crucified Sundays at 9:30 a.m. www.cmcvermont.org. DAYBREAK COMMUNITY CHURCH - 67 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester VT. 05446. (802) 338-9118 www.daybreakvermont.org or brentdaybreak@gmail. com Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m. Lead Pastor, Brent Devenney.

American Legion Community Breakfast

ESSEX ALLIANCE CHURCH - 37 Old Stage Road in Essex Junction. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Phone: 878-8213. www.essexalliance.org.

Jericho-Underhill Open Studio Tour

ESSEX CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Please join us for worship that combines the best of traditional and contemporary music and spirituality. We are a safe and welcoming space for all people to celebrate, worship, ask questions, and put down spiritual roots. Adult Bible Study at 8:30 a.m. Service at 10:00 a.m. with Sunday School and childcare provided. We offer a variety of small groups for prayer, Bible study, hands-on ministry, and studying contemporary faith issues. 119 Center Rd (Route 15) Essex Center. Rev. Mitchell Hay, pastor. (802) 878-8304.

9:30 - noon, American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. $8; open to all.

10 a.m. - 5 p.m., tour headquarters at 22 Barber Farm Rd, Jericho. Seventeen local artists open their studios for the 2016 Memorial Day Weekend JerichoUnderhill Open Studio Tour. For a list of artists participating or for maps and directions, call Emile Gruppe Gallery at 899-3211.

Divorce Care Support Group

Ongoing Events Venture Vermont Outdoor Challenge

8 a.m., statewide. An outdoor scavender hunt designed to encourage kids and families to get outside! Download a score sheet and participate in a variety of fun activies to earn points. Once you accumulate 250 points, win free day entry into Vermont State Parks for the rest of this season and next! All ages. Download a score sheet at www. vtstateparks.com. Call 241-3655.

Regal gymnastics Acadamy open gym

Mon. - Fri., 11 a.m. noon; Sun., 1 - 2:30 p.m., 2 Corporate Dr., Essex.

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF ESSEX JUNCTION, UCC, an Open and Affirming Congregation, embracing diversity and affirming the dignity and worth of every person, because we are all created by a loving God. 1 Church Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452. Telephone (802) 878-5745; Website: www.fccej.org; Email: welcome@fccej.org. Senior Pastor, Rev. Mark Mendes. Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Communion: first Sunday of every month. Sunday School meets weekly at 10:15 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, Sr. High Youth Group every Sunday. 5th/6th Grade Youth Group, 1st Sunday of the month. Heavenly Food Pantry – fourth Thursday of the month, 2-6 p.m., except for Nov & Dec when it is the third Thursday. Essex Eats Out Community Dinner – 1st Friday of the month, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Music includes Senior Choir, Praise Band, Junior Choir, Cherub Choir, Handbell Choir, Men’s Acapella and Ladies’ Acapella groups. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - 130 Maple Street, Essex Junction. (802) 878-8071. 1 mile south of the Five Corners on Maple Street / VT. Route 117. Worship Sundays at 9:30 a.m. with concurrent Church School Pre-K to High School. Handicapped-accessible facility. Adult Study Group Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Adult Choir / Praise Band / Women’s Fellowship / Missionally active. Korean U.M.C. Worship Sundays at 12:30 p.m. Come explore what God might be offering you! HOLY FAMILY - ST. LAWRENCE PARISH - Essex Junction, - Mass Schedule, Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m - St. Lawrence, Sunday Morning: 8:00 a.m. - St. Lawrence, 11:00 a.m. - Holy Family, 7:30 p.m. - Holy Family. For more information visit our web page www.hfslvt.org. LIVING HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH - 1037 South Brownell Road, Williston ,VT 05495. A Living Hope.... a Loving God. (802) 862-2108 | Livinghope@aol.com | www.livinghopevt.org. 9:00 a.m. - Children and Adult Sunday School. 10:00 a.m. - Worship and Service. MT. MANSFIELD UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP - Visit www.mmuuf.org. Services are held at 9:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of each month from September through June. 195 Vermont Route 15, Jericho (the red barn across from Packard Road). (802) 899-2558. ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH - 4 St. James Place (off Rt. 2A at the Fairgrounds Gate F) (802) 8784014 www.stjamesvt.org The Rev. Ken Hitch v office@ stjamesvt.org 8:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II (no music) 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II (with music) 9:20 a.m. Adult Ed: Bible Study 10:15 a.m. Godly Play. ST. PIUS X CHURCH - 20 Jericho Road, Essex, (802) 878-5997 - Pastor: Rev. Charles Ranges. Masses: Saturday 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 a.m. Confessions: Saturday 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or please call (802) 878-5331 for an appointment.

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claSSified & JOBSEEKERS GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE Saturday, 5/21 9A-4P, Sunday, 5/22 9A-1P. Home decor, seasonal, housewares, collectibles, bath and bedding, yarn, tools, misc. items. Lots of free stuﬀ. 12 Southview Rd., Essex Junction. NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALES Sat. June 4th 8am-2pm Creek Farm Neighborhood-Colchester (Justin Morgan Dr., Shetland Ln., & Chestnut Ln.) MULTI-FAMILY, MULTI-NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALES. Lang Farm/Woodlands Glen, Essex, VT – Saturday, May 21, 2016, 8am-4pm. Rain or Shine. All types of great items! GARAGE SALE Fri/ Sat 6/3 & 4 8:004:00 15 Rustic Drive, Essex (Pinewood Manor) TONS of toddler and children’s

toys (vehicles, games, puzzles), household items, holiday items Many items brand new! SEALING SLAYTON'S SEALING, CRACKFILLING & Paving. Bark Mulch Delivery, Driveway and parking lot sealing. Residential and commercial. Fully insured. 802-7303019 or drivesealing@yahoo.com

SERVICES

Since 1977, Lafayette Painting Inc. has been providing the best interior and exterior painting services available. Let our experts transform your space. Call us at 863-5397 and see our work, references and more at Lafayette PaintingInc.com

COLLECTOR WILL PAY CASH for old wood bird carvings, goose, duck and shorebird decoys. 802-238-1465 GREEN ALGAE on your siding or deck? Black streaks on your gutters? Moss on fences, walkways or driveways? Mack Painting can help! Now booking earlyseason pressure washing jobs. HighPressure/Low-Pressure we have the tools, knowledge and skill to clean it right. Contact Greg at 802-310-6379.

WANTED

FOR SALE YATES FAMILY FARM MAPLE Syrup Crop. All Grades Gallon $44.00 Half Gallon $24.00, Quart $15.00 Pint $10.00. Contact Garrys Barber Shop. Call 802-878-4010.

BATHROBE, NEW, LADIES' heavy bathrobe with belt. 100% cotton, size M. Black with white designs. $20. 802-658-1636

RANGE, GAS, KENMORE, black. Great condition. $150. 802-782-5790 or 802-524-3763

HAT, LADIES', NEW, light purple, beautiful. Has brim and ﬂaps that cover ears. Size 7 1/4. $10. 802658-1636

CRYSTAL DISH, ROUND, beautiful antique with designs. 10" in diameter. Handle in center. $50. 802658-1636 "CONCRETE

TOWN OF ESSEX PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA June 9, 2016 - 6:30 P.M. MUNICIPAL CONFERENCE ROOM, 81 MAIN ST., ESSEX JCT., VT 1. 2. 3.

STORM WINDOWS AND screens, (8), call for dimensions. $25. or best oﬀer. 802-524-5545

MICROWAVE, WHIRLPOOL, OVER the stove. 4 years old, good shape. $50. Call 802-5242304.

ANTIQUES WANTED Trusted 3rd generation Vermont dealer specializing in Jewelry, Watches, Silver, Art, Military, Etc. www.bittnerantiques.com Call Brian at 802-2727527 Free house visits.

PAVERS", 4"X8"X60MM, Salisbury Blend Holland Concrete 1010. Mint condition. $.30 cents each. You carry away. 802-5242009

Public Comments Discussion: Proposed Zoning and Subdivision Regulation Amendments Other Business

Note: Proposed agendas, site plans, staff reports and draft & approved minutes can be viewed online at www.essex.org or stop into our temporary office located at 42 Allen Martin Drive between 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. to view application materials. Staff is available to discuss development proposals. Members of the public are encouraged to speak during the public to be heard agenda item, during a public hearing, or, when recognized by the chair, during consideration of a specific agenda item. The public will not be permitted to participate when a motion is being discussed, except when specifically requested by the chair. (24 VSA Section 4464(a) (1) (c)) This meeting will be taped by channel 17

TOTE, NEW, WITH handles, 21"x13", beautiful. $10. 802658-1636 CERAMIC BEARS, BOX of 45-50. $25. for all. 802-524-

9691 PHOTO CARDS, (3), T. G. Richardson of the 1874 murder scene of Miss Ball on French Hill, St. Albans. Asking $100. 802-868-7975 DESK TOP COMPUTER, comes with Windows 7. Great condition. $85. 802868-6364 SWING SET, CEDAR, 17' 3" x 8', 2 years old, 2 swings, 1 toddler seat and slide. $150. OBO. 802-524-7141.

www.Norwood Sawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N RIFLE WANTED, 30-30 Winchester, in good condition. 802-849-0595

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SchoolS Essex Elementary School

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Canada geese start a family at EES pond

he arrival of spring at Essex Elementary School has brought unexpected visitors to our playground. A pair of geese took up residence in the nearby pond and began making frequent visits to the school yard. The students in Anna Meehan and Lisa Badore’s second grade classes have kept watch from the classroom window to observe the comings and goings of the two beautiful birds. The class began to see less of the birds and wondered where they went. Word got out that the two geese were busy taking care of their new gosling babies in the pond across the street from the school. Our second graders are learning about habitats and the plants and animals that live there. The class decided to go take a closer look at a wetland habi-

EES students got to pay a visit to the pond near their school where a pair of geese and their babies now live. This was a great opportunity to explore the nearby habitat and the beauty of this new family.

tat. The group hiked down to the pond one sunny afternoon and sure enough, the proud goose parents gave the second graders a show, swimming back and forth across the pond with their fluffy yellow goslings. What proud parents! The class followed up by reading "Honk, Honk, Goose" by April Pulley Sayre. This book is about a pair of geese starting a family. It goes through how the female builds a nest, lays her eggs and keeps the chicks warm until they are ready to hatch. Her mate protects their nesting site with a lot of honking. Pulley Sayre does a great job of engaging young readers through her wonderful illustrations and an interesting fact page at the end of her book. The second graders will continue to spend time watching their gosling friends grow.

Photo by LAURIE WILCOX Students in Chris Gorman’s third grade class donated half of the money they raised through their sales and rafﬂe to the Essex Town School District Food Pantry. Shown is child nutrition coordinator Bonnie Szarkowski receiving the check from the class.

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he students in Chris Gorman’s third grade class at Essex Town School District operated a school store for a week in April. We sold school supplies and also held a raffle,

Albert D. Lawton Dear families, May has become assessment month at Albert D. Lawton. Eighth-graders recently completed the science NECAPs, a twoday assessment in which students were required to complete multiple choice, short answer and a lengthy analysis of a data-rich inquiry task. Students took the assessment very seriously and put their best efforts into their answers. This should be one of the last times students take this particular assessment, which is based on the older Vermont standards. Schools are eagerly awaiting the new assessment based on the NGSS standards now being taught, which are less about recall and more about inquiry and using information to arrive at conclusions. The second set of assessments this month were the state mandated SBACs, which all students in grades 6-8

have taken. Both English language arts and math were assessed. We look forward to sharing the results of both assessments in the near future. – Laurie Singer, principal ADL Geo Bee Team: The ADL Geo Bee made it a spirited contest leading the Geo Bee Competition at Northfield High School after the first four rounds, but defending state champion Essex Middle School prevailed over ADL, Orleans Elementary and Arlington Memorial High School as they defended their 2015 title to repeat this year. ADL was a very young team this year with two sixth, two seventh and two eighthgraders competing for the title. The 12-round competition was extremely competitive, with Essex Middle School pulling away in the final round to take the crown. Competing for ADL were Ella Hughes, Anders Holm-Brown, So-

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Hiawatha Highlights fia Smith, Sam Phillippo, Jaron Cummings and Kaito Esselstrom. Each competing member received a medal. The ADL team also brought home two plaques for the ADL trophy case: one for winning their own regional on April 30 and the other for finishing second place statewide this year. Spring Concert: The ADL annual Spring Concert and Art Show will be held on May 26 at 7 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Members of all our music ensembles will perform including a finale by all students entitled United We Stand. A reception with light refreshments will follow. Please join us. Memorial Day Celebration: The annual Memorial Day observance will take place at 8 a.m. on May 27 in the school parking lot (weather permitting) or gymnasium. Student readings, music by the Select Chorus and Band, and a keynote address will be part of the annual observance. Please join us to support our students and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Classroom Highlight: Students in Chrissy Hultgren's second grade class celebrated opinion writing with their first annual Academy Awards. The children selected categories for which they would nominate books, and then wrote opinion pieces convincing "The Academy" (a.k.a. Hultgren) that their book choice should win the award. A special thanks to parents, grandparents, siblings and Hiawatha staff who showed up for the big event in tuxedos and gowns. The children were more than excited to accept their awards and share their writing with the guests. It was a fantastic day. REMINDERS • Hiawatha Kindergarten Screening: May 25 from noon-3 p.m. Kindergarten Registration will start soon. • Family/Staff Thank You BBQ: May 20, from 4-6 p.m. - Community Barbecue for Family and Staff, a ‘thank you’ barbecue for you. Live music by Scott Evan’s band "Uncle Jimmy." Dinner provided by the Hiawatha PTO.

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outh Climate Rally: On April 28, a group of Essex High School students attended the first annual Vermont Youth Climate Rally in Montpelier. Students created posters with messages about taking action on climate change and spent the day learning about climate change, energy alternatives and proposed climate change legislation. Spring Choral Concert: The Essex High School Music Department will present their Spring Choral Concert on Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m., featuring the Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Kaleidoscope and Pitch Pipes. The performance will feature an outstanding variety of vocal music, including classical, folk, spiritual, modern and popular songs. Admission is free; donations are greatly appreciated. Congressional Art Show: Art students from Essex High school were honored on May 9 by Congressman Peter Welch at the 35th Annual Congressional Art Show held in

Photo submitted EHS students Jacob Goss, Shawn Cimonetti, Henry Weith, Lindsey Pius, Nick Fagnant, Abe Koval, Kammy Wong, Abby Trombley, Emma Parizo and Claudia Bearman (not pictured, Lauren House) pose for a photo with Essex Junction Rep. Tim Jerman.

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growing number of Vermonters are falling ill with diseases spread by ticks, such as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis. These tickborne diseases are preventable if you take action to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors now and in the warmer months ahead. “The black-legged tick causes over 99 percent of the tickborne diseases reported in Vermont,” said Bradley Tompkins, state infectious disease epidemiologist. “During the spring, ticks are active and METRO photo looking to feed on people or their pets. Protect your pets from disease-carrying ticks, The trouble is these ticks can be as small especially if they frequently play in grassy or woody areas. as a poppy seed right now, so we all need to be aware of the risks and take action to If you were bitten by a tick, watch for protect ourselves.” early signs of disease during the weeks The health department encourages following the bite. The first sign of Lyme Vermonters to follow these three simple disease is often an expanding red rash steps to avoid tickborne diseases: at the site of the tick bite. The rash usuRepel: Before you go outside, apply an ally appears seven to 14 days after the EPA-registered insect repellent on your tick bite, but sometimes it takes up to skin and treat your clothes with perme- 30 days to appear. Not everyone gets the thrin. When possible, wear light-colored rash, so be on the lookout for additional long sleeved shirts and long pants, and symptoms of early Lyme disease: fatigue, tuck your pants into your socks to de- headache, fever, chills, swollen lymph crease access to you skin. Inspect your- nodes and muscle and joint pain. Early self regularly when outside to catch any signs of anaplasmosis are fever, muscle ticks before they attach. pain and malaise. Both diseases can be Inspect: Do daily tick checks on successfully treated with antibiotics, esyourself, your children and pets. Check pecially if treatment is given early. should I do if I get a tick bite? yourself fromWhat head to toe. Get more tips and information for reRemove: Remove ticks promptly. ducing your risk of tick bites, download Remove the Tick Showering within two hours of coming tick-identification cards, see how to safeindoors has Try also proven effective to been remove the tick as soon ly asremove you discover it because prompt a tick and read our booklet “Be in preventing Lyme disease by washing Tick Smart” at healthvermont.gov. removal can prevent Lyme disease. It can take 36 hours for a tick to ticks off the skin.

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hen Dorothy and George Cook became active Emergency Medical Service providers, the EMS system that Vermonters now routinely depend on had only been developed less than 10 years earlier. Now, more than 40 years later, the two founding members of the Morristown EMS – who still volunteer for night shifts – were honored by their peers with the first-ever Vermont Emergency Medical Services Lifetime Award. The Cooks were among a number of other awardees and EMS providers at a public celebration on May 17 at the State House to commemorate the 50th anniversary of emergency medical services in the United States. Gov. Peter Shumlin has proclaimed May 15 - 21 Emergency Medical Services Week to Essex Jct. Shopping Center mishighlight the vital 802-878-4010 sion and dedication of the M. 9:30 AM -6 PM Sat. T-F. 7:30 AM -6EMS PM state’s volunteers S AT . 7:30 AM -4 PM professionals. Hand ANDICAPPED A CCESSIBLE

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tinues to be a major public health initiative. Health Commissioner Chen presented awards to EMS agencies and personnel recognized this year for their high level of dedication to the profession and their communities. They include: • Vermont EMS Lifetime Award: Dorothy and George Cook • Advanced Life Support Provider of the Year: Jean-Pierre Gervais, Lyndon Rescue Squad • Ambulance Service of the Year: South Burlington Fire Department • Basic Life Support Provider of the Year: Crystalee O’Dell, Pownal Rescue Squad • EMS for Children Champion of the Year: Jillian McLaughlin, Lyndon Rescue Squad • EMS Educator of the Year: Kate Soons, EMS District 3 • First Responder Service of the Year: Mount Mansfield Ski Patrol. To learn more about becoming an EMS provider, visit OnCall for Vermont at oncallforvt.org.

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S Hornets steal one to remain unbeaten Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Essex’s Allie Rutz tags out Danielle Whitham at home plate May 12 at Essex High School. The Hornets beat Colchester 3-2.

Essex softball walks off against Colchester By COLIN FLANDERS

ssex was an out away from being handed its first loss of the season last Thursday, yet the Hornets found a way to sneak past visiting Colchester in walk-off fashion. Up 2-1 with two outs left in the bottom of the seventh, a wild pitch and throwing error sent two Hornets home to push Essex over the visiting Lakers. Victoria Bean went 3-for-3 with an RBI single, and Jamie Morin also drove in a run for Essex. Alli Sheets went six and two-third innings, striking out 10 in the no-decision. Riley Magoon suffered the defeat after coming in for relief. Sulieka Torres and Jenna Blondin went 2-for-3, and Taylor Losier recorded an RBI groundout to pace the Lakers. Essex followed up its win by crushing CVU the next day, 11-0. Senior pitcher Allie Rutz picked up her 50th career win and sent Essex to a perfect 11-0 on the year. Currently ranked first in the

Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Emily Harvey slides in for the Hornets' winning run against Colchester on May 12.

VPA, they looked to remain unbeaten against Milton on Tuesday in a game that concluded after The Essex Reporter went to print.

They’ll then wrap up their season with four games in the next eight days, highlighted by their senior game Saturday against Vergennes.

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Essex sixth-graders named champions Courtesy photo Essex senior Jordan Walsh picked up her 50th career win May 7 en route to advancing her season record to 6-1. She began her career as a ninth-grader in the No. 1 singles spot and has since picked up all 50 wins in the Hornets’ top slot.

The sixth-grade Essex Sting AAU basketball team poses for a picture after winning the Vermont State Tournament last weekend. Front row: From left, Madison Rabidoux, Paige Winter, Heidi Stewart, Mary McClintock and Emma Whitney. Back row: From left, Ali Hennessey, assistant coach Ken Hope, Cailey Appenzeller, Macy Hutton, Mila Gookin, Emilyrose Mercier and head coach Adam Rabidoux. Not pictured: Sophia Hope.

Essex 8th-graders take AAU tourney The Essex Sting eighthgrade girls are pictured after winning the Vermont Cats Girls State Championship AAU Tournament the weekend of May 7-8. Front row: From left, Mary Finnegan and Emily Lubas. Back row: From left, head coach Mike Lubas, Emma Whitney, Logan Pollard, Maddie Borch, Adrienne Noyes, Izzy Mager, Annalise Lubas, Flynn Barcomb, Aiden Bradshaw and assistant coach Mike Whitney. Missing from photo: Olivia Noyes. Courtesy photo

pring hit for a few days last week. Enjoyable to say the least! I hope it continues. Three weeks to go before exams, with sports regular seasons winding down — some this week and next. Then it’s on to the postseason. I had a fantastic time at the annual VPA Hall of Fame banquet in Montpelier last Friday night; it was an exciting event honoring some well-deserving recipients. Brightest news of the week was softballer Allie Rutz’s 50th career win! It came Saturday in an 11-zip win over CVU. That’s quite an accomplishment. She is easily the state’s best pitcher, can hit and hit for power. The 3-2 win in the last of the seventh versus Colchester came with two outs and Essex trailing 2-1. On a passed ball, Essex scored the tying then winning runs. Never saw a game end like that. Milton, North Country and BFA are next. The JV girls are 8-0 and continue to dominate opponents. They blasted 17 hits against St. Johnsbury last Tuesday for a 27-3 win as Caitlyn Toth and Hannah Brisson tossed a three-hitter. Molly Kenny was 3-4 with two doubles and a three-run homer. They then clubbed CHS 17-0 and edged CVU 6-2, playing great defense. Jenna Mangan hit a bases loaded, frozen-rope double to left field to break a 2-2 tie in the bottom of the sixth. Megan Ardren hit a run scoring double. The baseball team (5-5) fell twice last week: 6-0 to St. Johnsbury and 10-6 vs CHS. Champlain Valley, Milton, North Country and Vergennes are games for this week. Time to make a pre-playoff run. JVs (10-1) fell 15-8 to St. Johnsbury then beat CHS 5-2 in a well-pitched game. Boys lacrosse (6-4) fell to Rice 9-8 in overtime, then lost 10-8 to CVU and dropped Middlebury 14-5. Henry Adams had three goals and one assist, Jordan Hines three goals and AJ Whitney added one and Avery Lamphere made nine saves versus the Knights. Against Middlebury, Adams had four goals and three assists, Sean Paul Vanzo three goals and one assist, while Kipp Kelsey, Colby Trudeau and Grady Corkum added two each. They play CVU, South Burlington and MMU. The JVs, 6-3-2, dropped games to CVU 8-2 and Middlebury 4-3. Girls lacrosse (6-6) played a forgettable game versus CVU, losing 16-4. They stepped up and drubbed Burlington 13-9 behind Lydia Palker’s four goals, Mady Corkum’s three and Justine Martin’s two goal, one assist night. Hannah Danis, Jenna Puleo, Cicely Haggerty and Zan Zinger scored while Elise Carney made eight saves. They battle SB and Midd away/ home this week. The JVs are a respectable 6-21. They also had some trouble in Hinesburg, falling 11-5, but defeated Burlington 13-3 and play the same opponents as varsity. The Hornet track and field team competed in the South Burlington Coaches versus Cancer Meet last Saturday with solid results. Event winners include Amanda Sinkewicz (shot/discus/javelin), Katie James (400m 60.11), Chike Asanya (100m 11.60) and Sade Hankey (high jump 5’4”). Second: boys and girls 4x100m relays, Breyer Sinor (discus), Abigail Evans (pole vault) and Mychaela Harton (shot put). Third: James (800m), Jamaal Hankey (300mIH) and Michael Baker (pole vault). Fourth: Marisa Minadeo (300m low hurdles), Hannah Neddo (high jump, triple jump), Jackson Baker (high jump) and Grace Asoera (discus). The frosh invite is here Friday. Some athletes are trying to qualify for the Eddy Meet in Schenectady, N.Y. on Saturday. We need some help with the Essex Invitational next Saturday. If you’re interested in working, especially the shot put, let me know. Girls tennis (8-5) fell to CVU 7-0, beat Rice 6-1 and Stowe 7-0. They finish the regular season versus St. Johnsbury, CVU and MMU this week. Boys tennis (7-4) beat Stowe 4-3, Rice 6-1 and lost to CVU 4-3. Next up is St. Johnsbury, CVU and MMU to end the season. Ultimate Frisbee defeated CHS 13-7 and Montpelier 15-8. They own a 6-1 record, stand third in the league and play SHS, CVU and MMU. Coach Bill O'Neil was inducted into the VPA Hall of Fame this past week, a well-deserved honor. Other locally connected hall-offamers include Scott Moore (EHS/Rice), Bob Stevens (administration and soccer referee), Denise Alosa (SB trainer), Eric Evans (lacrosse official) and many others. Congrats to all! Happy birthdays to Austin Hall, senior Milia McKee and neighbor Lyle Newell.

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