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THE ESSEX July 7, 2016

Vol. 36, No. 27

Prsrt Std ECRWSS U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 266 Essex Junction, VT 05452 Postal Patron-Residential

Trustees nix Park Terrace closure By COLIN FLANDERS

ssex Jct. residents shot down a proposal to close access from School Street to Park Terrace in an attempt to address complaints of illegal turns onto the latter street. Park Terrace currently allows for two-way traffic from Park Street before turning into a one-way for the remainder of the street and then letting out onto School Street. The proposal sought to close off that intersection. Residents on the road’s one-way section have contacted the village offices numerous times about cars making the illegal turns, according to Robin Pierce, who outlined the proposal at the trustees’ June 28 meeting. Pierce said he met onsite to discuss the issue with Essex police Chief Brad See CLOSURE, page 2

Emma Cross shows off a patriotic tattoo at Essex's Independence Day festivities on July 4 at Maple Street Park.

all-american girl Photo by KAYLEE SULLIVAN

Infrastructure improvement:

There’s an app for that Town to implement SeeClickFix

By COLIN FLANDERS

Photo by KAYLEE SULLIVAN Village Green Florist owner Dennille Austin, pictured above in her shop last week, was chosen to design a wreath honoring President Calvin Coolidge for his 144th birthday this Fourth of July.

A special arrangement Essex florist gets call from White House

By KAYLEE SULLIVAN

t’s not every day a local businesswoman receives a call from the White House. When the owner of Village Green Florist, Dennille Austin, answered the phone to hear the White House’s florist on the other line, she was nervous but not completely taken by surprise. Austin was asked to design the

wreath for this year’s cemetery ceremony honoring President Calvin Coolidge on his birthday, the Fourth of July. For over 50 years, the Fourth of July in Plymouth has not only marked a day of celebrating America’s independence, but also the birth of Coolidge, one of Plymouth’s own, according to Rushad Thomas, the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation’s program and editorial associate. See FLORIST, page 8

Pesky potholes threatening your tires? Tree branches blocking a stop sign? For Essex town residents, there’s now an app for that. The town’s public works department announced it will begin using SeeClickFix, a web- and mobile-based app aimed at streamlining communication with residents. The app allows a resident to submit a request for public works issues

Photo by COLIN FLANDERS Essex Town Public Works Director Dennis Lutz displays SeeClickFix, an app for residents to report issues directly to the town.

affecting the community. Departments can then acknowledge the issue on the app, notifying the complainant they’ve seen it.

See APP, page 3

crime BrieFS

Police look for maltese By COLIN FLANDERS Essex police are looking for the owners of a dog who bit a man on Railroad Avenue last Wednesday. Police say the victim described the dog as a white Maltese, which was walking with a male,

A rose by any other name

Essex Town Public Works Director Dennis Lutz said the town signed a three-year agreement with SeeClickFix

a female with dark hair and two small children in strollers. They also had another dog on a leash — a tan pug. Essex police ask anyone with information about the dog or its owners to call 878-8331.

essex Jct. man damages property By COLIN FLANDERS An Essex Junction man was arrested after Richmond Police say he damaged a swimming pool before smashing a vehicle’s window, a press release said Saturday. See PROPERTY, page 3

Tour the Shakespearean gardens of Jericho

By PHYL NEWBECK For The Essex Reporter On July 16, the Jericho Community Center will once again host its popular garden tour, this year with the theme “Shakespeare in Your Garden.”

All six gardens on the tour will identify flowers and herbs that appear in Shakespeare’s plays. Elizabeth Bernstein, dressed in period garb, will read Shakespearean quotes that pertain to the flowers planted at Deborah Raw-

son Memorial Library, one of the stops on the tour. Susan Adams of Underhill has coordinated the library’s gardens for the last five years but credits Ann and Dick Squires for creating the Shakespearean garden idea. Local

Master Gardeners, certified by the University of Vermont Extension service, jumped on board, and several meetings were held throughout the winter and spring to solicit ideas from the public. See GARDEN, page 3

Photo by PHYL NEWBECK Pictured above, Bob Smith's garden will be on display next weekend when Jericho Community Center's garden tour returns.

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LOCAL closure from page 1

A New and Better Direction FOR VERMONT

Over the last 6 years state spending has increased by more than $700 million, requiring massive increases in taxes, fees and surcharges. Where was Phil Scott? He went along with Gov. Shumlin who increased our state budget by 5 percent, in an economy that is growing at less than 2 percent.

Bruce wouldn’t have done that! BRUCE WILL:

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LaRose, public works superintendent Rick Jones and Chuck Barry from the Essex Jct. Fire Department. Pierce said since it’s not possible to have an officer permanently stationed on the road, the group figured the best option is placing a barrier to block vehicles from accessing Park Terrace via School Street. The proposal would have stopped cars while still allowing pedestrians and bicyclists to pass through. Pierce suggested keeping it in place for at least four months to see if it alleviates the problem. The trustees denied the proposal, however, after residents said it would create more problems than already exist. Jane Wilson, who lives at the end of School Street, said the proposal would make getting home much more difficult. That’s because accessing School Street from Pearl Street requires crossing two lanes of traffic, a tricky task during the Five Corners’ rush hours. Often, the intersection is blocked despite the visible traffic lines, Wilson said. “I hate making a left hand turn onto School Street, and I avoid it at all costs,” she said. “It’s very frightening.” Trustee Lori Houghton, who lives on the other end of School Street, sympathized with Wilson. “I cannot imagine trying to make that left turn onto School Street to get home,” she said. “You’d be taking your life into your hands.” Wilson added since School Street is a dead end, her neighbor’s children often play near the road. When drivers realize they can’t turn down Park Terrace, they’ll use her or her neighbors’ driveways to turn around. She counted four cars in 30 seconds one day, she said. “These are people who just want to go through and don’t have a clue what Essex Jct. looks like,” she added. She believes limiting access to Park Terrace would only exacerbate the prob-

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lem. School Street resident Hugh Gibson felt enforcing the one-way policy with traffic cameras to issue tickets would be a better way to combat the illegal turns. Other residents at the meeting agreed, but Essex Police Department doesn’t use such cameras, LaRose said, as drivers in Vermont must be identified before being issued a ticket. “A photograph of a car and/or license plate alone is not enough for an officer to issue a ticket,” LaRose said in an email. Gibson, who also opposed the original proposal, said he knew of no one on his street in favor of it. In light of that, he felt the wrong-way issue might be something he and other residents simply have to deal with. “It’s just a part of living,” he said. “It’s just what it’s going to be there, because the alternative is giving too much in exchange.” Until 25 years ago, Park Terrace was a two-way street. At the time, there were more school children in the area, so the current traffic pattern was put in place to stop drivers from using it as a short cut. Before the trustees’ vote, village president George Tyler addressed the residents’ complaints, some of which questioned the village’s motivation for the proposal. “Understand we weren’t trying to do something to you; we were trying to do something for you,” Tyler said. “We thought this was a good idea, or something we’d at least try to see if it worked. It might be a little bit of turmoil at first, but maybe things would calm down and work for you.” He suggested the residents keep the option in mind, adding the village could try it on an experimental basis. A day after the meeting, Pierce said it’s back to the drawing board. For Tyler, the issue illustrates a greater problem in the village. “We somehow have to change the driving culture around Five Corners,” he said.

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from page 1 for $21,600, making the app’s annual cost just over $7,000. The number of users on the app dictates its overall cost, and there will be six from the town and one from the village, the latter being Rick Jones, public works superintendent for the village. Though the town won’t officially launch the app until July 11, Jones has used it for a few years now. Last Sunday, a report made on the app exposed a batch of broken glass on Grove Street. Early Tuesday morning, Jones responded to the post. “We picked it up today. Thanks for letting us know about this,” his post reads. "It’s a great little tool,” he said later that morning. Lutz said the time is right for the town to follow the village’s lead and launch the app after the July 1 consolidation of the two departments. The town currently receives many calls requesting service in the village and vice versa, he said. When that occurs, the departments relay the messages to each other. While that system has worked in the past, Lutz believes it is not responsive to residents’ concerns. The goal now is to direct complaints to one central location. “I don’t like just passing the buck on to other people,” Lutz said. “If we’re going to be responsible, ultimately in this department we need to know what’s going on — on both sides of the coin.” The point of contact will be the town department, so Lutz can see all complaints in both the

town and the village. It will provide added transparency, Lutz said, allowing the public to see not only issues afflicting the community, but also the departments’ response method. “You will see how soon — or not soon — we can get to various complaints,” he added. It will also help residents understand why issues aren’t always immediately fixed – sometimes other tasks take priority in the department, Lutz said; with the app, residents can see the timeline for their issue’s resolution when the department responds to a complaint. The app can also help employees locate a problem area using Google Maps: A dot is placed on a map when residents report an issue; complainants can also add photos to their posts. The process of filing complaints should improve, too. Previously, complaints could get lost when residents called the town clerk with issues that were never entered into the department’s system, Lutz said. Now, the app will send reports directly to the town department, which can then funnel complaints to the appropriate entities, and Lutz and Jones will receive daily reports of ongoing issues. With all the complaints captured in one system, the departments will gain a sense of trends in reoccurring problems. Plus, they will be able to see complaints’ response times and find ways to improve. “It’s a little bit of selfpolicing,” Lutz said. To further that effort, he wants all department employees to be on the app to help create a data-

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base of issues. If they see a problem while on another job, Lutz said, they can enter it directly into the system. Lutz and Jones both stressed SeeClickFix isn’t the answer for all problems. For emergency issues like water main breaks, the best option is still to call in. Still, Lutz is confident the app will make a difference. “Over the long term, I think we’ll have a better handle on addressing the issues people have and shorten our response time,” he said.

PROPERTY from page 1

Police say when they confronted 24-year-old Torry J. Sibley, he threatened multiple people and continued to cause a disturbance. Sibley was cited for disorderly conduct and unlawful mischief.

GARDEN from page 1

Trish Kargman proposed the plantings, and Dick Squires designed, built and installed several cedar structures including two arbors, a sundial and benches. Adams admits she was initially worried about adding another garden to the library’s existing plots, which include a vegetable garden for the local food shelf and a butterfly garden, but she was thrilled with how community members were willing to help out. Some volunteers simply wanted to provide input on what to plant, but others were willing to dig in the dirt and make it a blossoming reality. As always, there will be complimentary tea during the tour, which will be served at Susan Summerfield’s garden. A resident there for 25 years, Summerfield has built a number of gardens, including one devoted to day lilies and another for hosta. Her most recent project uncovered a large slab of ledge on which she created a

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stone garden with succulents. A musician and music professor by trade, Summerfield sees parallels between her chosen field and gardening. “The overarching theme of both is the rhythm of the seasons,” she said. Summerfield will have recordings of poems and music from Shakespeare’s plays in the background. Music is already a garden theme since Summerfield’s vegetable garden features an old drum set, guitar, French horn, bass clarinet and bass fiddle, which have plants growing through and around them. Bob and Shirley Smith of Milo White Road will be on the garden tour this year for the first time. The Smiths’ garden is designed around a pond fed by a couple of streams. In the spring there is plenty of runoff, but during the drier seasons, the pond is fed with a pump so there is always running water. “You’ve got sound as well as sight,” Smith said. Though many of the plants selected by the couple are mentioned in Shakespearean verse, Smith admits the Bard is

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Public records: Cornerstone of government transparency

By JIM CONDOS Vt. Secretary of State

ecords management is not exactly an exciting topic, but when a particular record is the focus of a request or controversy, it becomes critically important in that moment. Those records are owned by the state of Vermont and are incredibly valuable for a variety of reasons, not the least of which are accountability and preserving confidence in state government. Moments like these are opportunities to talk about the importance of records and information management and what it means for Vermonters. Vermont’s public records are the cornerstone of government transparency for a knowledgeable and informed populace. They must be recognized and managed as the public assets they truly are. Recent events regarding the destruction of public records have unfolded over the last several months. While regrettable, these incidents are illustrative of what can and will occur when records and information management are not part of the daily workflow of a public agency. A sound records and information management program, including justifiable, defensible record schedules and related policies, is to everyone’s benefit. No public agency, official or employee wants to be in the position of defending records destruction without the appropriate and necessary documentation showing it was authorized under a record schedule approved by the state archivist, as is required by law. In 2008, the legislature established the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration and placed it under the office of the Secretary of State, emphasizing the need for a “comprehensive strategy for the management of all records created by state agencies.” This included grounding the state’s records management program in professional records and information management practices/principles and putting it under the direction of the state archivist, a non-political appointee. The state archivist and VSARA staff have worked tirelessly since then to educate state and local agencies on records/information management best practices. VSARA’s Targeted Assistance Program, now in its eighth year, has standard protocols and steps for establishing justifiable retention requirements and active agency records management programs. More than 40 state entities have completed or initiated TAP projects to manage their records. Retention requirements are not established based on the media or format of a record or the manner by which a record is acquired or produced during the course of agency business. Retention requirements are instead based on the content of the record. No policy has been or ever will be issued by the state archivist authorizing the blanket destruction of email of a certain age. Certain types of records, regardless of format, have been authorized for destruction through general record schedules approved by the state archivist. No agency may determine on its own what is appropriate for destruction. Some records have little to no lasting value and may be destroyed after a short period of time. Others must be kept for a certain number of years, and still others have “archival” value and must be kept permanently. Some of these records are in the form of messages and attachments transmitted through electronic communications systems. However, no public agency – state or local – can apply record schedules approved by the state archivist to their own records without first establishing an approved internal policy to ensure the requirements outlined in the schedule are being fully met and consistently applied across the agency. Despite best intentions and trust among colleagues in other agencies and departments, too many opportunities remain for agencies and individual state employees to circumvent – even if unintentionally – the public records requirements set forth in law as well as the records management strategic plan and expectations wisely outlined in 2008. At the very least, we must revisit the management and oversight of statewide systems, including the state’s email and content management systems, by including the state archivist and VSARA in those discussions. This will help ensure agencies using these systems have the best tools and resources available to effectively manage their records and information according to state law. At this time, neither exists with any statewide system; therefore, I plan to take all required actions to make that possible. By doing so, I believe I can make state records and information more readily available and help restore the public’s faith that Vermont public records are recognized, transparently managed and preserved as valuable public assets.

Letters tO tHe eDitOr

Scherr understands opiate crisis The devastation caused to Vermont communities as a result of our opiate crisis is simply horrific. Families are torn apart as our community members fall victim to the terrible illness of addiction. It seems that everyone, if not personally afflicted, has at least one friend or family member who has fallen victim, if not more. We need legislators that personally understand the scourge that is opiate addiction. In his work as a lawyer representing low income Vermonters, David Scherr sees the horrible tolls

addiction has taken on the people he represents. He sees how it adds to the cycle of poverty, how it stops any progress someone has made in life and how it can strike anyone, anytime, anywhere. As a result, he understands how important it is to take the necessary steps and to do everything we can to fight addiction. He understands that 200-person long waiting lists to get into treatment are unacceptable. He understands that sometimes second chances are not enough; sometimes people need third or fourth chances.

He understands that underneath the addiction, there is a human being trapped by their illness. He has the patience, the experience and the passion that is necessary to fight addiction from the legislature. We know this is true because he already helps people fight it everyday. That is why I am asking you to give David Scherr your vote for Vermont State Senate on August 9, or to vote for him by mail. Payne Morgan Essex Jct.

Essex Conservation Committee News Committee will conduct inventory of town’s trees The Essex Conservation Committee will conduct an inventory of the town’s street trees during the week of July 11. The survey’s purpose is to develop a management plan to deal with the threat to trees from invasive insects like the emerald ash borer, Asian longhorned beetle and hemlock woolly adelgid. Only the hemlock woolly adelgid has been detected so far in Vermont, but the emerald ash borer and the Asian longhorned beetle have been seen in surrounding states and Quebec. All three present a severe threat and, like in many other communities, the Essex Conservation Committee plans to be proactive in maintaining the health of the town’s trees. Non-native invasive species irreversibly impact tree health and biodiversity. The emerald ash bor-

er is spreading rapidly around the country and has killed millions of trees. White ash is one of the 10 most common tree species in Vermont. The Asian longhorned beetle attacks a variety of trees, including maples, birch, elm and poplars. In Vermont, about half of all trees are susceptible to this beetle, and there is deep concern about the impact on sugar maples and the maple syrup industry. The hemlock woolly adelgid feeds on young hemlock twigs and kills trees in four to six years of infestation. The hemlock is Vermont’s seventh most common tree. The Vermont Invasives website, www.vtinvasives.org, has a plethora of information about the pests. During the week of July 11, teams of volunteers will spread out through neighborhoods to identify

tree species, catalog the locations and assess the health of the trees. The information gathered will be the first step in creating an action plan for dealing with the potential infestation. The results of the survey will also be helpful in creating a management plan for the general health of the town’s street trees. For more information on the Essex Conservation Committee and what it does, please attend one of the meetings held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Town Offices, 81 Main St. The meetings are always open to the public, and we welcome your ideas and thoughts on how best to serve our community.

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Annabel Bates Annabel Bates, 90, died peacefully on Feb. 26, 2016 at her winter home in Justus, Fla. She was born in Canada on July 14, 1925, the daughter of Talbert and Lila Hill. Annabel was a 1943 graduate of Thetford Academy and also of Lyndon State College with a degree in teaching. She taught for 40 years, the first year at a one-room schoolhouse and 38 years at Colchester Porters Point School. Mom’s joys were her three children and the many she taught. She gave the best hugs and had a smile for everyone. Annabel and John went to many seniors’ games

and came home with gold, silver and bronze medals. They traveled all over Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Alaska. They cruised through the Panama Canal on New Years 2000. In 2004, Annabel attended the WWII Memorial Dedication in honor of her late husband, John. Mom loved children, travel, camping, animals, nature, jokes, riddles, games, sewing, knitting and all kinds of crafts. She was a singer and wrote many poems. Annabel is survived by her daughter Margaret Dorsey and Brenda (Mark) Kramer of Colchester; her grandchildren Annabel (Joseph) Wrisley, Isiah Dorsey, John (Diana) Bates, Shawn Bates; her great-grandchildren Jasmine Redmond and Daute Dorsey; her great-greatgranddaughter, Kiera, and many loved nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband, John Sail Bates, and her son, John Adam Bates. A celebration of Annabel’s life will be held at the Winooski Methodist Church, 24 West Allen St., Winooski, on July 16, 2016 at 11 a.m.

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Paul Bruso Paul Bruso, a longtime resident of Essex Center, passed away on May 23 after his battle with cancer. Mr. Bruso was born in Bennington on July 2, 1936 to Arthur and Lucienne (Gagnon) Bruso. He attended school at Sacred Heart in Bennington and was a star athlete in football and track & field. Paul turned down a football scholarship to University of New Hampshire and instead entered the apprenticeship program for General Electric. He finished the apprenticeship program as a draftsman and was immediately employed by General Electric in Burlington, where he worked for his entire 38-year career, mostly as a mechanical engineer. Paul met his wife, Roberta Kirkpatrick, in 1953 while they were both still in high school. They wed one year after high school while both were still 18 years old. During their nearly 61 years of marriage, Paul and Bobby raised three chil-

dren: Dennis, who lives in Addison with his wife, Wendy; Dennise of Bennington and Dustin of Essex Center. Besides his wife and three children, Paul leaves behind 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and his inlaws, Raymond and Jeslyn Kirkpatrick. He also leaves behind several other extended family members: the Jacksons, Yandows and Stevens families as well as many, many neighbors and friends that counted on Paul’s knowledge, friendship and experience to get them through their journey of life. It could be said of him that no detail was too small to overlook nor any job too big to tackle. Mr. Bruso was known for his love of the outdoors, which included hunting, fishing and boating. Many people have to thank Paul for introducing them to the outdoors and teaching them to love it as he did. Several times his picture appeared in newspaper articles holding fish. Curiously, he never managed to harvest a deer with tenderloins! Paul was a member of the Essex Town Zoning Board for 45 years. As kind and gentle a man as he was, you did not want to be on the other side of any discussion with him. He served as an example to many on how to take charge and stand up for yourself.

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How should investors respond to “Brexit”?

s you know by now, the United Kingdom has voted to leave the European Union. The “Brexit” vote is expected to have major implications for Britain’s trade and economic relationships – but how might it affect you, as an individual investor? At first glance, you might be worried. After all, right after the results came in, we saw a sharp decline in stock markets around the world, including here in the United States. And we may well see more volatility in the near term. But by taking a step back and looking at the big picture, you might see that the outlook for investors is nowhere near as gloomy as you may have thought. Here are some suggestions for maintaining your perspective: • Be patient. Despite the Brexit vote, it’s not so simple for the U.K. to just pack its bags and bid “adieu” to the European Union. In fact, it may take three or more years before the U.K. actually departs. This extended time period can give financial markets a chance to absorb the new reality – while giving investors time to ponder their long-term strategy. • Don’t forget about the “fundamentals.” Financial markets dislike uncertainty, which is why they fell so sharply after Brexit. But the markets move much faster than the fundamentals that actually drive stock prices – and, despite Brexit, these fundamentals remain generally pos-

Heidi BrosseAu itive. In the U.S., economic growth is expected to continue in the 2–2.5 percent range, and the prospects of a recession remain small. U.S. companies will continue to operate in Britain as before, and British companies will still participate in the global economy. • Review your investment portfolio – and look for opportunities. If you’ve done a good job of building a diversified portfolio that’s based on your individual needs, goals, risk tolerance and time horizon, you may not need to take any action. Diversification is especially important, because it’s possible Brexit may more negatively affect some financial assets than others; you can blunt this impact by owning a wide range of

investments. (Keep in mind, though, that while diversification can ease the effects of volatility, it can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses.) As you review your holdings, you may even want to consider adding international and U.S. stocks, if appropriate, to take advantage of the drop in price of many quality companies. As always, of course, be aware the value of your shares will fluctuate, and you may lose principal. Also, international investing does carry some special risks, mostly related to currency fluctuations and foreign political and economic events. • Keep your focus on the long term. If Brexit-inspired volatility does go on for a while, keep your focus on your long-term financial goals. By staying focused on the “far horizon,” you’ll be less tempted to make short-term moves that may not be in your best interest. The Brexit vote may not be a positive development for the global economy. But we’ve gotten past bigger events in the past, including wars and other political crises, and we’ll get through this one, too. As the British themselves famously posted on their walls during World War II, “keep calm and carry on.” That’s good advice for investors, too. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial adviser Heidi Brosseau, who has an office in Essex Jct.

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Religious Directory

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH - 61 Main St., Essex Jct., 878-8341. James Gangwer, pastor. 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.; Fundamental-independent. CHRIST MEMORIAL CHURCH - Route 2A, Williston, just north of Industrial Ave. 878-7107. Wes Pastor, senior minister, proclaiming Christ and Him crucified, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., www.cmcvermont.org. DAYBREAk COMMUnITY CHURCH - 67 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester. 338-9118. Brent Devenney, lead pastor. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m., www. daybreakvermont.org; brentdaybreak@gmail.com ESSEX ALLIAnCE CHURCH - 37 Old Stage Road, Essex Jct. 878-8213. Sunday services: 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m., www.essexalliance.org. ESSEX CEnTER UnITED METHODIST CHURCH - 119 Center Rd (Route 15), Essex. 878-8304. Rev. Mitchell Hay, pastor. Adult Bible study: 8:30 a.m., Service 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. 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 plant spiritual roots. FIRST COngREgATIOnAL CHURCH OF ESSEX JUnCTIOn - 1 Church Street, Essex Jct. 878-5745. Rev. Mark Mendes, senior pastor. Summer Worship One Service: 9 a.m., June 5 – September 4. Communion: first Sunday of every month. School Year Sunday School: 5th/6th Grade, Jr. & Sr. high youth groups. 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 & Ladies’ Acapella groups. 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. www.fccej. org; welcome@fccej.org gRACE UnITED METHODIST CHURCH - 130 Maple Street, Essex Jct., 1 mile south of the Five Corners on Maple Street / Route 117. 878-8071. Worship Sundays: 9:30 a.m., with concurrent church school pre-K to high school. Handicapped-accessible facility. Adult study group Sundays: 11:00 a.m; adult choir, praise band, women’s fellowship, missionally active. Korean U.M.C. worship Sundays: 12:30 p.m., come explore what God might be offering you! HOLY FAMILY - ST. LAwREnCE PARISH - 4 Prospect St., Essex Jct., Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m, St. Lawrence; Sunday Morning: 8:00 a.m., St. Lawrence; 11 a.m. & 7:30 p.m., Holy Family. For more information visit www. hfslvt.org. LIVIng HOPE CHRISTIAn CHURCH - 1037 South Brownell Road, Williston. 862-2108. A Living Hope...a Loving God. Children and Adult Sunday School: 9:00 a.m., worship and service: 10:00 a.m. Livinghope@aol. com; www.livinghopevt.org. MT. MAnSFIELD UnITARIAn UnIVERSALIST FELLOwSHIP - 195 Vermont Route 15, Jericho, the red barn across from Packard Road. 899-2558. Services are held 9:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Sunday of each month from September through June. Visit www.mmuuf. org. ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH - 4 St. James Place, Essez Jct., off Rt. 2A at the Fairgrounds Gate F. 8784014. Rev. Kim Hardy. Holy Eucharist Rite II: 8:15 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. Visit www.stjamesvt.org; stjamesvtoffice@ yahoo.com. ST. PIUS X CHURCH - 20 Jericho Road, Essex. 878-5997. Rev. Charles Ranges, pastor. Masses: Saturday, 4:30 p.m. & Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Confessions: Saturday, 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. or please call 878-5331 for an appointment.

eSSex building brighT fuTureS preSchool plaYgroup

JulY 15

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. Partake in small motor activities, crafts and stories, and begin conversations about child development and parenting.

eSSex building brighT fuTureS babY plaYgroup

11 a.m. - noon, Essex Parks and Recreation office at Maple Street Park. Come play and meet other babies and their caregivers. Clean and spacious with balls and baby toys and space to toddle.

photo by abby ledoux Watch the Vermont Lake Monsters take on the Williamsport Crosscutters at Burlington's historic Centennial Field on Friday, July 15 at 7:05 p.m. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Essex Free Library.

Library. For all ages.

american legion communiTY breakfaST

garden at Summit Street School to tend plants, pull weeds and harvest fresh vegetables we picked. Learn food prep techniques and taste something new. For kids in grade 1 and up.

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muSical STorY Time

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

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

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eSSex communiTY hiSTorical SocieTY

1 - 2 p.m., Essex Free Library. Just move it with challenges, obstacle courses, races and relays! Something for everyone. 3 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Special Olympics Young Athletes Program introduces children to the world of sports prior to Special Olympics eligibility at age 8. YAP is a unified sports program for children ages 2 - 7 with and without intellectual disabilities. Parent must accompany child. Register in advance at 878-6956.

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

eSSex communiTY hiSTorical SocieTY 6 - 7:30 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

mindfulneSS maTTerS

6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. What is mindfulness? How can we apply it to our everyday lives? How do we cultivate love and kindness? Be part of the conversation with mindfulness teacher Rhiannon Kim.

8 fridaY SongS and STorieS wiTh maTThew

10 - 10:45 a.m., Brownell Library. Matthew Witten performs songs about our world and tells adventurous tales. Funded by the Friends of Brownell

1 - 2 p.m., Essex Free Library. Learn to hula hoop and juggle! Discover new tricks through playful experimenting, encouragement and instruction.

fiTneSS fridaY: Yoga gameS

3 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Each week we do a different activity to exercise and have fun! For kids entering grades 1 - 5.

five cornerS farmerS' markeT

3:30 - 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Place, Essex Jct. There will be delicious fresh produce and prepared foods for sale, as well as cheeses, meats, local wines, baked goods, crafts and more! So much variety you can get in a week's worth of shopping and find Friday's dinner, too!

darkroom exhibiT

5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Darkroom Gallery, 12 Main St., Essex Jct. A reception for the new exhibit "Manus et Pedibus." Come celebrate the arts and enjoy light refreshments with the staff at the Darkroom Gallery to reflect on the current show, juried by Tim Booth.

lake monSTerS game

6 p.m. gates open, 7:05 p.m. game, Centennial Field, Burlington. The Vermont Lake Monsters face off against the Batavia Muckdogs. It’s your turn to come have fun! Tickets are just $6, with half of net proceeds going directly to COTS.

1 - 4 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

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

11 mondaY Jericho plaYgroup

9:30 - 11 a.m., Jericho Community Center, 329 Browns Trace Rd., Jericho. Join for crafts, playtime, stories, songs and more! Playgroup is a wonderful opportunity to socialize with your children ages 0-5 and connect with other area families and caregivers.

vermonT inSTiTuTe of naTural Science: falconrY

10 - 11 a.m., Essex Free Library. Have you ever seen a hawk soar through the air and land on a person's fist? If you're wondering how this is possible, join VINS for a family-friendly adventure in falconry! Learn how falconers train their birds of prey and meet three live raptors up close! For ages 4 and up.

3:30 - 4:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Build awesome creations using our collection of LEGOs!

eSSex free librarY movie nighT aT eSSex cinemaS

TBA, Essex Cinemas, 21 Essex Way, Essex Jct. Meet us at Essex Cinemas to watch "The BFG." Discount tickets will be available upon arrival. Rated PG.

12 TueSdaY eSSex building brighT fuTureS preSchool plaYgroup

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. Partake in small motor activities, crafts and stories, and begin conversations about child development and parenting.

Tai chi for healTh and wellneSS

11 - 11:45 a.m., Bayside Activity Center, Colchester. For ages 50+; registration is available at taichi@ cvaa.org or by calling Karen at 865-0360, ext. 1019. Classes are no charge, but we welcome sustainability donations to further the program – these can be made online while registering or mailed to CVAA, 76 Pearl St., Suite 201, Essex Jct.

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10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Serve it up! Make your own paddles and challenge a pal to a friendly game of table tennis.

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

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Brownell Library. Bring a bag lunch and listen to a librarian read the book "Little Eagle" and other unusual sports stories. There will be a different theme each week. We supply dessert! For kids entering kindergarten and up.

3 - 5 p.m., Brownell Library. Every Monday, kids walk to our library

Summer cheSS club

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drop-in STorY Time

1 - 2 p.m., Brownell Library. Join teen chess lovers from our library for an hour of play. We

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provide chess sets, you provide strategy. For all ages; an adult should accompany those 8 and under.

PreschOOl BalleT wITh MelIssa

3 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Melissa will teach ballet to young children. No ballet shoes or special dress necessary. Parents should plan to stay at the library during class. For ages 3 - 5.

verMOnT GenealOGy lIBrary

3 - 9:30 p.m., 377 Hegeman Ave., Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester. The Vt. Genealogy Library has the resources to help you find those elusive ancestors. For more information, visit www. vtgenlib.org.

PrOsTaTe cancer suPPOrT GrOuP

6 - 8 p.m., Hope Lodge; 237 East Ave., Burlington. Prostate cancer newly diagnosed? A reoccurrence? Talk with survivors and those beginning or rejoining the battle.

drOP-In KnITTInG cluB

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

13 wednesday suMMer sTOry TIMe

10 - 10:30 a.m., Brownell Library. Stories and math activities in the picture book room. For ages 3 - 7.

Tech TIMe wITh TracI

10 - 11 a.m., Essex Free Library. Need some tech help? Drop in with your device and your questions!

cardIO crafTs: lunGs

10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Essex Free Library. Take a deep breath. Our "circulatory series" continues with the lungs. Fashion a working lung from an upcycled water bottle, straw, rubber bands and clay. For ages 7 and up.

essex rOTary cluB MeeTInG

12:10 p.m., The Essex, 70 Essex Way, Essex Jct. The Rotary Club of Essex is known for offering a superb lunch, featuring speakers on topics of interest to the community at large. Visitors are always welcome.

hOP On The BandwaGOn: suMMer serIes

5 - 8 p.m., Lang Farm, 51 Upper Main St., Essex Jct. Join us for an Essex Town community event. This week's live music is by Eastern Mountain Time. Food vendors include WoodBelly Pizza, Lazy Farmer and Jericho Cafe & Tavern. A cash

bar will be onsite with a new, updated menu each week. Rookie's Root Beer and orange cream soda served by kids from St. Francis Xavier School. Corn hole and bocce ball game set up, as well as a mini artisan market. Free entry; vendors are cash only at this time. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on!

wOMen's PIcK-uP BasKeTBall

8 - 9:30 p.m., Lyman Hunt Middle School, 1364 North Ave., Burlington. RSVP at www. meetup.com/BurlingtonWomens-PickupBasketball-Meetup/ events.

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essex BuIldInG BrIGhT fuTures BaBy PlayGrOuP

11 a.m. - noon, Essex Parks and Recreation office at Maple Street Park. Come play and meet other babies and their caregivers. Clean and spacious with balls and baby toys and space to toddle.

TaI chI fOr healTh and wellness

fIeld days

1 - 2 p.m., Essex Free Library. Just move it with challenges, obstacle courses, races and relays! There's something for everyone.

yOunG aThleTes

3 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Special Olympics Young Athletes Program introduces children to the world of sports prior to Special Olympics eligibility at age 8. YAP is a unified sports program for children ages 2 - 7 with and without intellectual disabilities. Parent must accompany child. Register in advance at 878-6956.

aMerIcan leGIOn cOMMunITy dInner 5:30 - 7 p.m., American Legion Post 91, 3650 Roosevelt Highway,

Colchester. $10; open to all.

essex cOMMunITy hIsTOrIcal sOcIeTy 6 - 7:30 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

a vIsIT frOM fleeT feeT

6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Essex Free Library. Join us as we welcome Joel Bissonette of Fleet Feet for an informative workshop on running safety.

suMMer cOncerT serIes

7 p.m. concert, Bayside Park, Colchester. Join us for Colchester's summertime tradition. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to Lower Bayside Park for our summer concert series. Enjoy great music with the beauty of Malletts Bay as your backdrop. Free admission is free. Tonight's concert: Satin & Steel, a 10-piece R&B horn band.

15 frIday MusIcal sTOry TIMe

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

fITness frIday: relay races

3 - 4 p.m., Brownell Library. Each week we do a different activity to exercise and have fun! For kids entering grades 1 - 5.

fIve cOrners farMers' MarKeT

laKe MOnsTers: essex free lIBrary nIGhT

7:05 p.m., Centennial Field, Burlington. Join us for Essex Free Library Night at Centennial Field! Cheer on your home team as they take on the Williamsport Crosscutters, all while raising money for the library – buy your tickets online and half of your sale goes to the library! Plus, it's Morway's Princess & Superhero Night, so come dressed as your favorite character and enjoy special games and prizes.

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8 a.m. - 9 p.m., UVM Virtue Fields Athletic Complex. The Stefan Pierson Memorial Soccer Tournament calls for teams! Registration is $150 per team with up to 10 players. Donations should be made in memory of someone currently fighting or who has lost their battle with cancer. For more information, contact Bernadette Pierson at 370-9835.

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cOunTry Garden TOur

9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Jericho. Seven residents and avid gardeners of Jericho and Underhill will open their gardens for this year's Country Garden Tour, sponsored by the Community Center in Jericho. Ticket holders will enjoy a complimentary garden tea and a self-guided tour through some of the most delightful gardens in Jericho and Underhill. This year's theme is "Shakespeare in Your Garden." Tickets: $15, can be purchased at the Jericho Country Store, Old Mill Craft Shop and Underhill Country Store after June 24. Day-of tickets can be purchased at the Old Mill Craft Shop while available. For more information, call Orelyn Emerson at 899-3853.

17 sunday aMerIcan leGIOn cOMMunITy BreaKfasT

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

essex cOMMunITy hIsTOrIcal sOcIeTy 1 - 4 p.m., Harriet Farnsworth Powell Museum in Essex Center, Routes 128 & 15. Step into the story of Essex and its people. Our museum collection brings the stories of Essex history to life in displays about local families, businesses and those in the armed services from the Civil War to Vietnam. Free and ADA accessible. For more information, email essexcommunity historicalsociety@ myfairpoint.net or call 879-0849.

wOMen's PIcK-uP sOccer 6 - 8 p.m., Leddy Park fields behind tennis courts, Burlington.

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Brownell Library renovations will begin on June 27 and continue for about 3 weeks. Satellite hours will be held in the Kolvoord Community Room from 1 - 6 p.m. on Mon., Wed. and Fri. and 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Tues. and Thurs. Summer reading programs that conflict with the timing of construction will be held on library grounds or in the Lincoln Hall parking lot. Visit www. brownelllibrary.org for updated information.

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This may be the first time Austin designed the wreath, but it’s not her first time being part of the experience. As an Essex High School student, Austin worked at the floral shop and witnessed a previous store owner, Connie Russell, construct the wreath several times. After Russell’s ownership, the store took a hiatus from the project. In 2012, Austin took the step and bought the flower shop where she once worked. Years later, she continues to follow in the same footsteps as Russell, now designing the wreath on her own. “The National Guard has a local florist do it every year, so I’m honored to do it,” Austin said. The White House sent the wreath’s foundation to Austin’s shop on Pearl Street in Essex Jct. with specific decorative instruction: Red and white carnations for a long lasting effect, paired with blue iris and greenery, topped with a red, white and blue ribbon, Austin said. Once the finishing touches were put

on the wreath, it was ready for pickup Sunday morning by the Guard, who delivered it to Plymouth for the ceremony at noon on Monday. Over 100 community members joined the procession, led by the honor guard’s Brig. Gen. Mark Lovejoy. Three of Coolidge’s ancestors read excerpts from Coolidge’s “The Inspiration of the Declaration” speech, which he gave in celebration of the 125th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. During the event, Austin’s wreath was laid over Coolidge’s gravestone. With other available florist options in town, Austin said it was nice for her customers at Camp Johnson to think of her and ask if she was interested in designing the wreath. “It means a lot to me and a lot to the business, too. To be able to say I did this is pretty cool,” Austin said. Austin makes wreaths fairly often for funerals and other events, but this 24inch one was special and hopefully not the last of its kind. “I’m hoping that the White House will call me again next year,” she said.

Photo by KAYLEE SULLIVAN Essex florist Dennille Austin selects flowers in her shop last week to decorate a wreath for President Calvin Coolidge's July 4th birthday ceremony.

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by JOE GONILLO

Hazen Pierce rounds third on a triple during Saturday’s game against NorthWest. Essex won the game 8-1 at Foster Road Park.

Photos by JOSH KAUFMANN

Essex Town 11 and 12 Little League on a roll By COLIN FLANDERS The Essex Town 11and 12-year-old little league team moved to 3-1 in the district 3 tournament after downing NorthWest 8-1 last Saturday at Foster Road Park. Essex kicked off its tournament with a 7-1 loss to Fairfax before rebounding to down Lamoille 17-15 and St. Albans 13-12. The squad currently sits second in the tournament rankings with the double-elimination round set to begin this weekend. At right, Tobey Cram makes contact during Saturday’s game against NorthWest at Foster Road Park.

Essex softball all-stars fall in district tournament The Essex softball all-stars fell short in the district 3 finals after falling 6-0 to St. Albans last Wednesday night. Essex began the week routing Missisquoi 19-2 to advance to the next round of the tournament. Essex pitcher Ainsley Thorne earned the win, picking up seven strikeouts while allowing only three hits and two walks in the four-inning game. Essex scored in bunches, picking up nine runs in the first inning before adding another 10 in the fourth inning. Jessie Rose had four hits, Emilyrose Mercier had three, while Nikki Norton, Natalie McMahon and Emily Stevens added two. Thorne and Cailey Appenzeller both scored three runs.

Two days later, St. Albans took advantage of three walks and three Essex errors in the first two innings to score the game’s only runs. St. Albans pitcher Maren McGinn shut down Essex hitters for the second time in the tournament, striking out eight Essex batters, walking two and allowing just three hits. Following the second inning, Essex pitcher Emily Augostino shut down the St. Albans attack, picking up 10 strikeouts without allowing a run. Essex hits came from Appenzeller, Rose and Emily Stevens. The loss marked the end of the sixth little league careers: Thorne, Appenzeller, Augostino, Rose, Grace Cook and Ellie Reed.

Photo by COLIN FLANDERS The Essex softball 11- and 12- all-star team poses for a photo after the district 3 tournament finals.

Hornets raise $1K Photo by PATTY LAROSE KENT The Essex softball team raised $1,000 this season through its pancreatic cancer fundraising efforts. The team asked community members, teachers and family to pledge a certain amount of money for each hit they accrued throughout the season. At the end, they totaled their stats and collected donations.

appy Fourth of July! Independence Day means many things to Americans, including freedom of speech, religion, politics, lifestyle, jobs and education. You name it, we have it because of the bravery of those who have fought for our country. Thank you! I hope your Fourth was sunny, enjoyable, relaxing and fun with family, friends, parades, BBQs, lakes or pools. Congratulations to the Hornets who earned lacrosse honors this past fall: Division I boys’ lacrosse all-stars Henry Adams (attack), Andrew Wagner (midfieldLSM), and Alex Russell (defense). Metro first team: Henry Adams, Alex Russell, Colby Trudeau and Andrew Wagner, and second team: Sean Paul Vanzo. Girls lacrosse all-stars division I: Mady Corkum (attack), and second team: Hannah Danis (attack) and Lydia Palker (midfield). Honorable mention: Jenna Puleo and Abby Malle. I read a pathetic article from the Daily News on Sunday. “Major League Baseball must permanently retire ‘God Bless America,’ a song that offends everyone,” written by the not-so-popular Mets fan, Gersh Kuntzman. He didn’t want people to stand up when the song played on July 4. Look it up on the paper’s website or www.prosportsdaily.com if you have five minutes of your life you don’t mind losing.I’ll stand for the National Anthem—though some in our country don’t. I’ll stand and stretch in the seventh inning for this song and “Take Me out to the Ballgame,” and I’ll enjoy it tremendously. MLB reached its halfway point of the season. O’s, Indians and Rangers are surprise divisional leaders in the AL. The Cubs, Nationals, and Giants — in their even year — have comfortable leads. The standings for the 2016 Vt. Women’s Soccer League are: Backcountry 5-0-0, VT Energy Legs 3-0-0, 802 CrossFit 2-0-0, Shenanigans 2-2-0, ESDI 0-2-0, T.H.A. Warriors 0-2-1, Central VT 0-3-1 and Huff n’ Puff 0-2-0. The Essex girls youth lacrosse program is holding two fundraisers to raise money for updated equipment, uniforms and to set up scholarships. First, a bake sale will take place at the Five Corners Farmers' Market on Friday, July 15 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Then on Saturday, July 16, the girls are hosting a car wash at the fire department at five corners from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please come out and support the future of Essex lacrosse! It’s never too early to try and recruit high school soccer referees. I assign well over 400 middle school, freshman and JV soccer games in the fall. Games are in Chittenden County, Montpelier, Berlin, Randolph, Middlebury, Mt. Abe and Vergennes. If you are interested, contact me at jgonillo@ccsuvt.org Happy birthday to my beautiful niece, Jenna Gonillo, who is a nursing specialist in Rochester, NY; Nancy Johnson, Jake Orr, Jamie Young, business mogul Mike Baker, Sarah Slattery, Alexis Purdy, and EHS XC/TF coach Katie White, who, by the way, is also getting married to a fine young man, Ryan Robitaille, at Jay Peak this weekend — congrats! Also, a shout out to my sister-in-law and brother-in-law Kathy and David Converse on their wedding anniversary last week.

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n a sweltering day, few things bring relief as immediately as a favorite frozen treat. The United States leads the world in ice cream consumption with an average of 26 liters per per-

son consumed each year. Ice cream has a rich history, and it is believed ancient Greeks ate a crude form of the dessert as early as the 5th century B.C. While ice cream parlors, dessert shops and supermarket freez-

ers are popular places to sample flavors, ice cream trucks also peddle the frozen confection. The tinkling of the ice cream truck music box and the sight of that dessert haven on wheels is enough to send any child (and many adults) into sensory overload. Some of the early precursors to the modern day ice cream truck were ice and ice cream sandwich carts that gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Confectioner and visionary Harry Burt was instrumental in developing the ice cream truck. Burt invented ice cream novelties that could be enjoyed on a stick, including the Good Humor bar. Burt wanted an easy way to deliver the treat into the hands of hungry kids, so he commissioned refrigerator trucks and

hired drivers who looked pristine and safe to deliver the treats to neighborhood children. To entice the youngsters outside, the drivers rang a bell so kids would investigate the noise. Eventually the bell and standard routes helped families know when to expect the ice cream man. Early ice cream trucks may have sold prepackaged treats, but they eventually broadened their offerings. Some turned into mobile ice cream shops, offering softserve or hard ice cream in everything from sundaes to cones to shakes. Many ice cream truck businesses are independently-owned seasonal businesses. The trucks are seen when the first warm days arrive, and many can still be seen patrolling neighborhood streets into late fall.

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