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Essex and Westford make history with school district merger vote

by CoLiN FLaNders The Essex Reporter

Essex Town, Essex Junction and Westford residents made history Tuesday night, becoming the first in the state to vote to merge their school districts under a new state law that encourages consolidation by granting tax incentives to communities. The Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union School District will begin operation on July 1, 2017. Residents of all three communities will see a five-year tax rate reduction. Early estimates show school budgets could be cut by $1 million with the consolidation. Voters in all three communities said yes to the merger by wide margins. Essex

Town voted 1,154 to 183 in favor, Essex Junction voted 1,000 to 123 and Westford passed the plan by a vote of 422 to 207. It is not a surprise that Westford’s vote was the closest, given that many thought the community had the most to lose by agreeing to the merger plan. Some residents worried that merging the Westford school district with Essex Junction and Essex Town would lead to the closure of Westford Elementary and the loss of high school choice. Even in Westford, however, 67 percent of voters approved the plan. “This is an incredibly important day for Essex Town, Essex Junction and Westford residents,” said Brendan Kinney, who served as the chairman

of the merger study committee. “Through an overwhelming show of support, voters reaffirmed our shared commitment to provide the best possible educational experience for our kids while recognizing the need to do so in a more sustainable manner.” Kinney, an Essex Town resident, ran unopposed for a one-year seat on the new unified district’s board. For some, including Essex Junction resident Paul Adams, whose children attend Summit Street School, the decision to support the merger was based on efficiency. “It seems a little ridiculous that there are five school boards for such a small

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voters elect new unified district school board Essex Town, Essex Junction and Westford residents elected nine of the 10 members needed to serve on the new Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union School District board Tuesday night. Most of the races were uncontested, but there were three candidates for two spots to serve three-year terms for Essex Town and three candidates for one, two-year Essex Junction seat. Kim Gleason and Al Bombardier won the two contested spots in Essex Town and Diane Clemens won the two-year Essex Junction seat. Keeley Schell was the sole candidate in the race for two, one-year seats in Essex Junction. The new board will likely appoint a member to the remaining open seat once it is sworn in. Although the board will have 10 members, the members from both Essex and Essex Junction will have one vote each, while the two members from Westford will each have a .5 vote. – See BOARD on page 3a

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Helping defense contractors diversify Revision in Essex held up as example of success by JasoN starr The Essex Reporter It’s a precarious position for any business: to be dependent on supplying the United States military, subject to Department of Defense decisions and congressional spending whims. At Revision Military in Essex, the last five years have been about diversifying its products and customer base beyond the U.S. armed forces. The company produces eyewear, helmets and exoskeletons for warfare from its headquarters on Corporate Drive. As recently as 2010, the U.S. military had accounted for 90 percent of sales, according to Senior Legal and Governmental Affairs Director Gregory Maguire. Gov. Peter Shumlin joined Rep. Peter Welch and Vermont Department of Economic Development Commissioner Joan Goldstein at Revision on Monday to highlight the company’s diversification and announce a $386,000 Department of Defense grant to help other government contractors in Vermont do the same. “Many Vermont businesses provide high-quality products and services to our military,” Welch said in a press release. “They also provide good jobs for

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the essex boys' volleyball team celebrates its third-straight state title after defeating CVu 3-0 on Saturday at St. Michael's College. the hornets were 12-0 on the season. Left: the championship hornets team poses with its trophy. PhotoS | BoB LoCiCeRo

Rep. Peter Welch, left, Revision’s Gregory Maguire, center, and Gov. Peter Shumlin announce a Department of Defense grant Monday at Revision Military headquarters in essex. Photo | JASoN StARR

Trustees, public get a look at proposals to revamp Essex Junction train station by CoLiN FLaNders The Essex Reporter The Essex Junction train station and its surrounding areas were given a hypothetical makeover during the village trustees meeting last week, when community members were shown a glimpse of what the station could look like in the future. While there is no funding currently available to make improvements to the station, the hope is to have a proposal ready in the event funding becomes available. The study was a joint venture among the village staff, the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission and hired consultants. Essex Junction’s train station serves the Burlington area with daily Amtrak service to Massachusetts, New York City and Washington, D.C.; a much-anticipated reconnection to Montreal is in the works. The plan is to upgrade the existing train station building and its adjacent areas, addressing safety, traffic circulation and a “greater architectural harmony with currently designated downtown historic structures,” according to the proposal, which

essex Junction village trustees got a look at some proposals to liven up the train station on Railroad Avenue last week. Proposed upgrades for the station include a new waiting area with benches and a structure that would serve as a canopy above the existing building. CouRteSy | SCott + PARtNeRS ARChiteCtuRe

was presented Oct. 27 by Bob Chamberlain, senior director of Resource Systems Group, and John Alden, an architect with Scott and Partners. The study examined the station and formulated a list of potential needs. These included increased shelter for rail and bus patrons, an upgrade to the station bathroom and better pedestrian accommodations in the surrounding areas. It also took into account transportation

considerations, such as parking, sidewalk access and the possibility of an electric vehicle charging station. Proposed upgrades for the station include a new waiting area with benches and a structure that would serve as a canopy above the existing building. One plan — the “partial build” alternative — would cost an estimated $1.1 million and provide overhead coverage for parked buses

and some rail patrons. The “full build” option, which would cost an estimated $1.34 million, would extend to cover the waiting area. The village would own and maintain the new structure. Two transportation proposals suggested similar improvements, including space for two CCTA buses instead of one, a designated taxi waiting area, and crosswalk and curb extensions on Railroad Avenue.

The main difference between the plans is how the traffic would move around the station. One plan proposed shifting Railroad Avenue to a one-way street, while reversing Ivy Lane's traffic direction to accommodate the change. That plan would cost between $200,000 and $254,000 — as more sidewalk would need to be built. Some community members who attended the meeting raised concerns about the potential loss of parking, with the proposals calling for a loss of about 30 parking spaces on Railroad Avenue — about half of what's currently available. “The fact that there is so much [parking] that’s pretty close by made us a little bit bolder about reducing parking here in order to accommodate other things that are important to the village,” Chamberlain said at the meeting. With only three of five trustees present, the board decided to table discussion of the proposals until the Nov. 10 meeting. Additional information on the proposal, including pictures and the presentation given to the trustees last week, can be found at www.essexjunction.org/news/item/ train-station-improvements. SEE PAGE 2A FOR ARTICLE ON THE

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Burlington-to-NYC connection to change passenger rail landscape by JasoN starr The Essex Reporter Essex Junction’s days of being Chittenden County’s passenger train hub are numbered. The long-planned reconnection of Burlington with Rutland and points south, including New York City and Washington D.C., cleared its final hurdle last week, according to an announcement last Tuesday from Gov. Peter Shumlin and Vermont’s Congressional delegation. A $10 million federal grant will combine with Vermont transportation funds to upgrade speed and safety on the Rutland-to-Burlington rail, allowing Amtrak’s “Ethan Allen Express” to extend north to Vermont’s biggest city. The extension will return Union Station at the end of Burlington’s Main Street to its use as a passenger train station with daily service to New York City through Western Vermont and Upstate New York. Burlington last hosted inter-city passenger train service in the early 1950s. Currently, all Vermont passenger train service flows through Essex Junction at the state’s busiest train station. Amtrak’s “Vermonter” starts in St. Albans, picks up in Essex Junction then continues down the Connecticut River Valley through Springfield, Mass., Hartford, Conn., New York City and on to Washington D.C. New York City is the most popular destination for riders departing Essex Junction, according to Christopher Parker, executive director of the Vermont Rail Action Network, a non-profit rail advocacy group. The trip covers 355 miles and takes roughly eight and a half hours. The Burlington-to-New-York-City service will cover 300 miles and take roughly 7 hours, Parker said. “When you look at the map, going through Rutland is more of a straight shot than going down the Connecticut River Valley,” said Parker, adding that track upgrades on both routes will reduce travel times in the coming years. The Ethan Allen Express extension into Burlington figures to divert incoming passengers from New York City to Burlington instead of Essex Junction. The Vermont Agency of Transportation released a draft Vermont State Rail Plan in June and took public comments on it through Sept. 15. A final plan is due by the end of the year. According to the draft, doubling service to New York City is part of the state’s goal

of “quadrupling inter-city passenger rail ridership by 2030.” The goal is echoed in the state’s 2011 Comprehensive Energy Plan as a way to reduce gas-powered transportation. “Even with optimistic forecasts for passenger growth, Vermont will not be able to meet this goal with existing services,” the Rail Plan states. “Therefore, if Vermont is to meet this goal, additional passenger rail services must be introduced.” Even after Burlington service is launched – within four years according to a report on WPTZ.com – Parker said Essex Junction service will remain a more convenient departure point for people living in rural and suburban Chittenden County. Also, the Vermonter is scheduled to leave slightly later in the morning than the Ethan Allen Express, so it will still be useful to people who want a later start. Parker said Vermont passengers bound for Washington, D.C. will favor the Vermonter over the Ethan Allen Express because passengers on the latter will need to switch trains in New York City to reach D.C. The Vermonter offers a single train from Vermont to Washington. Another service on the horizon, listed as a priority in the Vermont Rail Plan, will enhance Essex Junction’s standing as a rail hub. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Government of Canada reached a customs agreement in March to pave the way for the restoration of the Vermonter’s connection to Montreal. The connection was abandoned in the 1990s. “That would mean we would have a real rail system,” said Greg Morgan, chairman of the Essex Economic Development Commission. “If it ends in Burlington and St. Albans then I think it has limited value.” “I think it’s all good news,” Morgan added. “The key link now is the connection between Burlington and Essex.” The tracks that connect the 7 miles between Union Station and Essex Junction are currently limited to freight. Track upgrades would be required to connect the two. The connection is not referenced as a priority in the Vermont Rail Plan, but Parker imagines it as a commuter line with stops at St. Michael’s College and in Winooski. The connection would also extend the Ethan Allen service from Burlington to Essex Junction and connect both of Vermont’s passenger trains to the anticipated service to Montreal.

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Mr. Peanut and his ride roll into Mazza’s by JasoN starr The Essex reporter As far as promotional personas go, Mr. Peanut has been one of America’s most enduring. Something about a handshake from a friendly 9-foot-tall peanut with a cane and a top hat creates a lasting memory. Mr. Peanut is approaching his 100th birthday as Planters’ brand ambassador. And now he has his own ride. The Planters NUTmobile rolled into Vermont for the first time last week, and Colchester hosted two stops on the 26-foot-long rolling peanut’s national tour. On Saturday, the vehicle visited Sam Mazza’s Farm Market; last Wednesday it stopped at the Visiting Nurse Association headquarters on Prim Road. Part truck, part RV and part fiberglassed replica

peanut, the NUTmobile is piloted by three recent college graduates who applied for a year-long road trip promoting Planters. “It’s one of those jobs you think no one gets and then you get it and you think ‘how did I get this job?,’” explained Gil Maher, a 2015 graduate of Syracuse University, as he travelled down Blakely Road on his way to Mazza’s. Maher would later don the Mr. Peanut costume and greet visitors outside Mazza’s Market. He highfived children, embraced adults, handed out peanuts and offered everyone tours of the NUTmobile. Maher said the idea for the NUTmobile was sparked when Planters’ parent company, Kraft, merged with Heinz, the company that owns the Oscar Mayer. The NUTmobile is modeled after Oscar Mayer’s WeinerMobile. Mazza’s manager Laurie

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Bombard said Maher and his two NUTmobile copilots contacted her about setting up for the day outside the market. It being Halloween and the final day of operation for the corn maze, it was a good time for something offbeat, she said. “It goes along with what our theme is in the fall to just have fun,” Bombard said. “It’s part of the excitement for us.” Julie Helgesen, one of the trio of brand ambassadors on a yearlong road trip aboard the NUTmobile, said there are three replica peanuts on the road for Planters covering different regions of the country. Vermont was the final Lower 48 state to be visited. “As if driving around in a huge peanut wasn’t cool enough,” said Helgesen, “we also get to bring Mr. Peanut around to meet all of his fans. People love him.”

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from page 1a community. It seems like, especially when they ultimately all feed together into the high school, that there’s a little too many cooks in the kitchen. I would rather have a smaller, focused board,” Adams said. Westford parent Robert Coppola said he felt voting for the merger was an obvious choice. “There’s so much more benefit than not,” Coppola said, citing the tax breaks along with Westford’s declining numbers as motivation for consolidating. “And losing the school choice to me wasn’t a big deal, because (Essex High School) is where I was going to send them anyway.” The merger’s passage is the culmination of a more than five-month process,

beginning back in March when the merger committee met for the first time. After voting unanimously to support a unified school district, the committee sent a plan to the Vermont Board of Education that was approved Aug. 18. A team made up of committee members then spent the next two months planning public outreach efforts to inform residents about how the merger would work and potential cost savings. Kim Gleason, a member of the merger committee who also won a seat on the new board, said she was “relieved” for the communities. “I think it’s an exciting opportunity to build something together. I think folks want us to find ways to be able to do what’s best for the kids,

Police beat Essex police looking for tips in wake of vandalism Essex police say glass was broken in eight vehicles throughout the community between Saturday night and early Sunday morning. Most incidents occurred in the area of Rosewood Lane and East Street,

but to do so in the most efficient way we can,” said Gleason.

What does the merger mean? Under the unified school district, Westford students — who currently choose which Vermont high school to attend — will lose high school choice after 2020, when they will be districted to Essex High School. Westford has only one school — a K-8 elementary with 170 students. Currently, 112 Westford students are attending high school, with the vast majority — 72 — enrolled at Essex High School. School choice for all students in the unified district is still available through the state’s Act 129, which allows

School district merger vote, by the numbers Essex Town Yes 1,154 86% No 183 14% Essex Junction Yes 1,000 89% No 123 11% Westford Yes 422 67% No 207 33% Total Yes 2,576 83% No 513 17% a certain number of students to transfer out of a school, provided there are openings available at the schools students wish to attend. Essex High School accepts 20 students

caused mostly by pumpkins. Essex police are asking anyone with information regarding these incidents of vandalism — or any crime — to contact them at 878-8331.

Westford man and Essex woman arrested after fight

A Westford man and Essex woman were arrested on domestic assault charges on Hillside Lane in Westford.

transferring in each year, while capping the number of transfers out at 40.

Next steps The new unified district school board will likely be sworn in sometime in early December, according to Kinney. They — along with schools staff — will begin working on the transition to a single district. This work includes hiring a superintendent, working with teachers and support staff on contracts and developing a budget for fiscal year 2018. When the new district official starts operating in July 2017, all of the former boards and the supervisory union will be dissolved. Maria Archangelo contributed to this story.

Vermont State Police say Zachary Miller, 18, of Westford and Katie Hatin, 18, of Essex were taken into custody after police found them fighting at the residence on Saturday afternoon. Miller was charged with domestic assault, while Hatin was charged with domestic assault and unlawful mischief. Both were released with conditions and were cited to appear in Chittenden County Court on Monday.

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Vermonters and represent a key component of our economy. As federal defense spending declines, it’s important that these businesses diversify into new markets so that they and their employees continue to thrive.” Revision’s first leap came with the acquisition of MSA Safety’s helmet manufacturing operation in Newport. The acquisition expanded the company’s focus from battlefield eyewear to an integrated helmet-eyewear system. In the process, the company cultivated customers overseas, supplying militaries and law enforcement agencies in countries allied with the U.S. through NATO (the North Atlantic Treaty Organization). “If we can achieve anything near what

they have done we would be very happy,” said Goldstein. “They are a great example.” Revision moved to Essex from Quebec in 2004. It also has offices in Luxemburg and Canada and is opening an office in the United Kingdom by the end of this year in response to winning a recent bid to provide U.K. soldiers with helmets and eyewear. The company’s latest product in development is a protective exoskeleton for soldiers — a “kinetic operations suit” — that balances mobility with full-body protection. “Obviously, those who put their lives on the line are the core constituency of our products, but there are market opportunities in fire departments and rescue squads and in adventurers,” Maguire said. “There are

going to be new market segments to think through and develop.” While none of the $386,000 grant is going to Revision, the company helped write the grant application, and Maguire said it stands ready to assist in the diversification of other Vermont companies that supply government agencies. “We know that other defense companies are challenged and may not have had the resources to diversify their market. Therefore, this grant will offer critical resources to these companies and assure they continue to exist and thrive in Vermont,” Revision Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Blanshay said in a press release.

Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union School District board members Westford Martha Heath (451 votes) ran unopposed for the two-year board term for Westford. She is a former high school math teacher who served in the Vermont House of Representatives for 22 years. Her three daughters attended Westford Elementary and graduated from Essex High School. She has served on the Westford School Board and the Chittenden Central Supervisory Union Board for over 30 years and was a member of the merger study committee. Andre Roy (463 votes) ran unopposed for the oneyear term in Westford. He has three children who attended Westford Elementary – two who graduated from Essex High School and another still attending EHS. Roy works with the Department of Homeland Security and has been a member of the Westford school board for 20 years. Essex Town Al Bombardier (790 votes) won one of two, three-year terms for Essex Town. He has lived in Essex for more than 25 years and served on the high school/CTE board for 14 years and the Essex Town school board for two years. He works for the Department of Homeland Security. Kim Gleason (932 votes) served as a member of the school district merger committee. She is chairwoman of the Essex Town School Board and an officer in the Vermont School Boards Association. She also volunteers as a mentor and member of the Essex FriendCHIPs advisory council. She won a three-year term for Essex Town. Liz Subin (1,111 votes) was the sole candidate for the single two-year seat in Essex Town. She is currently a director at the Pennywise Foundation and serves on the U46 and CCSU school boards serving the communities of Essex Town, Essex Junction and Westford. She lives in rural Essex with her husband and three children. Brendan Kinney (1,147 votes) was the only candidate for the one-year seat for Essex Town. He was the chairman of the school district merger committee and served on the Essex Town School Board from 2008 to 2014, three years as chair. Essex Junction Marla Durham (945 votes) was the sole candidate for a three-year term for Essex Junction. She served on the Prudential Committee from 1995-2007 and experienced the U46 District formation, Act 60 implementation, and construction of the Maple Street Park building and pool. After my dad died in 2010, I was re-elected to the K-8 Board. Diane Clemens (406 votes) won a three-way race for one two-year seat representing Essex Junction. Her past community involvement includes as chair and founding member of both U46 and Brownell Library Foundation, Brownell Library Board, EJ recreational council, Friends of Brownell Library, and various school and village ad hoc committees. She is currently serving on the Planning Commission and as a Justice of the Peace. Keeley Schell (960 votes) was the sole candidate for two, one-year term, for Essex Junction. She is a substitute teacher at Essex High, ADL and Westford, but previously worked as a college Latin professor and SAT/GRE test prep teacher and tutor. She also served on the merger committee.

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Opinion

Perspective Legalized recreational marijuana not ‘inevitable’

Letters to the Editor Vermont leadership needed on carbon tax

By Debbie Haskins Advocates for the legalization of recreational marijuana keep throwing around the word “inevitable,” as though by saying it often enough they can convince everyone that there is no other course. They are wrong: Legal, commercialized marijuana is not inevitable. Even if they were right, they’re certainly wrong about the structure and the timing of their proposals. The RAND Report, commissioned by the Vermont Legislature to analyze the potential effects of legalized retail marijuana, says clearly that alcoholstyle regulation is not the best option. It points out that our legal drugs — alcohol and tobacco — are the most heavily used drugs and cause the most harm. (Today, despite years of regulation, alcohol still causes upwards of 88,000 deaths per year nationally.) RAND’s estimates of the size of Vermont’s recreational marijuana market are based on an unhealthy increase in usage rates among all age groups, including teens. The report also mentions studies that show alcohol users do not give up their drinks in exchange for marijuana. In fact, marijuana users are more likely to use alcohol than non-users — and they use both at the same time. The data from Colorado, one of two states where recreational marijuana is legal, support all this. The state reports significant increases in the number of highway fatalities where active marijuana was involved. (In August, a Washington state commission reported a similar increase.) Colorado also reports that usage rates among teens have gone up, that arrests at schools have gone up, and that many more children, teens and adults are coming to emergency rooms for marijuana-induced problems. Meanwhile alcohol sales are also up, evidenced by a 2.1 percent increase in income from alcohol excise taxes. And the state was forced to reduce the marijuana excise tax rate in an effort to reduce their unchecked black market. Despite that bad news, SAM-VT (Smart Approaches to Marijuana) believes that the current form of marijuana prohibition is not a viable alternative if we hope to reduce usage rates and eliminate the black market. However, we also know that commercialization is simply the other bad end of the spectrum. The RAND Report lists 12 approaches to marijuana regulation that range from even stronger prohibition to a commercial free-for-all. In between these two disastrous extremes are potential solutions that none of the advocates for legalized recreational marijuana seem to have even considered. One of them is a state-run monopoly, a system that controlled alcohol sales and was used in many states after the repeal of that prohibition, until commercial interests convinced legislators that businesses could handle it. Other viable options include the creation of a public authority, overseen by the state, that would control production, distribution and sales; or the licensing of one or more non-profit corporations to do the same, with all income above operational expenses going to the state. These structures allow pricing and taxation to be set, not at the whims of the market or to appease investors, but at levels that will eliminate the black market while still providing a disincentive to teens. The RAND Report also says clearly, and many times, that Vermonters should wait, watch closely as the Colorado experiment unfolds, and then carefully develop a regulatory structure that will protect all of its citizens, not a “big marijuana” (think “big tobacco”) industry. Vermont has legalized industrial hemp and medical marijuana. We have already decriminalized the possession of small amounts; no one is going to jail just for using. We don’t have to “keep up with the Joneses,” not when there are much better alternatives for the public health of Vermont. Debbie Haskins is executive director of SAM-VT, a volunteer organization concerned about the harms of marijuana and the social costs associated with regular use, particularly among children.

Vermont has a unique history of being the first state to recognize systematic problems in this country and pass progressive legislation to act upon it. Vermont’s leadership on these issues has often paved the way for other states to take similar action. We were the first state to abolish slavery in 1777. We were the first to legalize civil unions. And just recently Vermont became the first state to mandate the labeling of genetically modified food products. I personally believe that Vermont has another great opportunity to lead our country in the direction of progress by enacting a tax on carbon pollution. Climate change is real, and Vermonters have already experienced its effects firsthand during Tropical Storm Irene. Devastating events such as Irene will only become more common over the years to come if action is not taken to combat climate change immediately. By enacting a tax on carbon pollution in Vermont, we will be the first state to hold carbon polluters accountable for their emissions, and the external costs they create. The revenue that is generated from the tax will be then be used to cut other taxes we already pay, subsidize the weatherization of Vermonters’ homes, and fund renewable energy alternatives. It is not rocket science, it is just common sense. Let us have Vermont take up a leadership role and encourage our legislators to pass the carbon pollution tax proposal!

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Pipeline promises translated I have been pondering the meaning of what Vermont Gas and the Department of Public Service mean when they use catchy lines and phrases to convince the Vermont Public Service Board and Vermonters that the Addison “Natural” Gas Project is actually in the interest of Vermonters and current Vermont Gas ratepayers. Here is what I have come up with as a translation guide for those who are as confused as I was. What Vermont Gas says: “On-schedule”; What Vermont Gas means: “Two years late.” What Vermont Gas says: “On budget”; What Vermont Gas means: Twice the proposed cost.” What Vermont Gas and the

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By Joan Goldstein Vermont Foodbank representatives recently stood with government officials and staff at Hannaford’s and City Market to note a spike in food donations as Vermont’s Universal Recycling law is implemented. Passed in 2012, the law mandates recycling of hard plastics and aluminum, and phases out the disposal of food scraps between now and 2020. The largest generators of food scraps (hospitals, universities and supermarkets) are already sending their unused food to food shelves or compost operations. As a result, food donations are increasing. This is good for Vermonters, good for our environment and good for our businesses. Vermont businesses have one thing in common, they sell Vermont. Our strong environment is a part of what we are selling. In the case of universal recycling, Vermont businesses are offered opportunities to protect the environment, while

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protected right up until we propose the next pipeline and get another certificate of public good rubber stamped by the Public Service Board." What Vermont Gas says: "We're filing for eminent domain as a last resort."; What Vermont Gas means: "We have been waving the eminent domain weapon around all along ... We are just now putting the gun to the temples of those who are still resisting. We only call it a last resort because we really don't want to pull the trigger as it will cost us a bunch of money and time as well. ” What VermonT Gas says: “Vermont Gas respects landowners and our customers.”; What that means: Nothing!

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Support trapping policy changes I wonder how many Vermonters realize that trapping is allowed in the Silvio O. Conte National Wildlife Refuge in Brunswick. As if that isn’t surprising enough, I was recently made aware that Canada lynx, a species protected under the Endangered Species Act, calls part of this refuge, specifically Nulhegan Basin, home. The lynx is in danger of becoming caught in traps set for other species, in violation of the Endangered Species Act. Not only are traps inherently cruel and inflict prolonged suffering, they are indiscriminate and result in non-target catches of wildlife each year. The Canada lynx is truly a magical looking animal with long tufts of fur on their ears and comically huge feet, which allow them to traverse deep snow. Lynx closely resemble bobcats, which may be legally trapped. A trap that will catch a bobcat can catch a lynx. There is an opportunity for Vermonters to comment on U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s Comprehensive Conservation Plan and request that trapping be banned in this part of the refuge. If the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service allows trapping on this land, given the knowledge that an endangered species lives there, it is terribly irresponsible and not upholding their obligation to protect the lynx. Please take a moment and show your support by signing and sharing the petition with your friends and family. We need the Vermont community to show, through action, that we want a more humane Vermont for our wildlife. The petition is available at http://

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Protecting the pond This was the third year that the Winooski Valley Park District (WVPD), with support provided in part by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, hired greeters to inspect boats entering and exiting Colchester Pond. These funds come from the Aquatic Nuisance Control program, and they support projects that help to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species. Colchester Pond is one of the few remaining ponds in the area that has not been infested with Eurasian Milfoil. Park staff is hoping the greeter program can be one tool to educate park users about the negative impacts of invasive plants and what needs to be done to stop their spread. Greeters worked fourhour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer. Canoes, kayaks and flat bottom row boats made up the 262 boats that were inspected. Colchester Pond does not allow boats with motors, so the majority are of the car-top variety. Although we did not find any questionable plant material on any boats entering or leaving the pond this season, staff accomplished a lot of educational outreach, not only to the 262 boaters we talked with, but to many hikers, fishermen and other users of the natural area. On busy days 30-40 people would walk past our greeter table and check out our information display. Many boaters and other park users were unaware of the threat of aquatic invasives and what could be done to limit their spread. Aquatic invasives often “hitchhike” on boats, trailers or other gear from one infested water body to another. It is very important to wash your boat, empty all compartments and tackle and check your boat trailer for pieces of plant material before visiting a new body of water. Boaters visiting Colchester Pond had made trips to 25 different water bodies previously. If you would like to help the WVPD monitor Colchester Pond for aquatic invasives next summer or participating in the Vermont Invasive Patroller program next year, contact TimLarned@WVPD. org.

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Department of Public Service say: “We have an MOU”; What they mean: “We have a Method for Outmaneuvering Unimportant people.” What Vermont Gas says: “Our MOU caps the cost to ratepayers for pipeline expansion at $134 million”; What Vermont Gas means: “We’ll only charge ratepayers $134 million if the weather is beautiful, and landowners waive their constitutional rights to due process before their land is seized through corporate-friendly eminent domain.” What the Department of Public Service says: “Our MOU caps the cost to ratepayers for pipeline expansion at $134 million”; What the department means: “We have sold out the public interest for $13 million more than what Vermont Gas swore this project would cost at their last cost estimate increase in July 2014.” What Vermont Gas says: "The benefits outweigh the costs.”; What Vermont Gas means: “It's OK to force each of our 48,000 current customers to pay an average of $8,000 extra over 25 years to build this pipeline and then pass on the majority of any resulting savings on to a handful of new industrial clients.” What the Department of Public Service says: “The benefits outweigh the costs.”; What the department means: “Trust us. We are doing the right thing for Vermonters, but don't look too closely at the numbers.” What the department says: “We advocate for the interests of ratepayers and the public”; What the department means: “We advocate for Vermont Gas and the governor’s position because they know better what's good for Vermonters." What Vermont Gas says: “Pipeline natural gas is cheaper and cleaner”; What Vermont Gas means: “It’s cheaper for Gaz Metro to take Vermont Gas customers to the cleaners than to pay for its own darned pipeline.” What Vermont Gas says: “This is about bringing choice and opportunity to Addison County.”; What Vermont Gas means: “We’re giving Addison County families the opportunity to pay huge upfront conversion costs to switch to another dirty fossil fuel instead of giving them access to a bridge fuel or cleaner and cheaper options like heat pumps ... and we are convincing them its their choice!” What Vermont Gas says to landowners: “Our easement deed protects homeowners because it only mentions one pipeline.”; What Vermont Gas means: “Properties are

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creating strong circular economies, and, in some cases, saving money, while feeding Vermonters and establishing new jobs. At the G-7 summit last June in Germany, leaders declared a commitment to establishing circular economies — where resources are kept in use for as long as possible and for all of their potential uses. Businesses often echo a closed loop philosophy, promoting the recycling of materials instead of extracting new ones. Nationally, Unilever (owner of Ben & Jerry’s), joined with PepsiCo, Proctor & Gamble, Coke, Goldman Sachs, Johnson & Johnson, and Vermont’s Keurig Green Mountain (among others) to make available $100 million in low and no interest loans over next five years to boost recycling programs around the United States. This commitment extends to food scraps. There are significant economic benefits in this type of thinking, and Vermont has some impressive models to draw on. For example, Turtle Fur uses recycled materials in a line of thermal fleece products; Putney Paper produces paper towels, tissue, and napkins from recycled paper fibers; and the Canusa Corporation (St. Albans) actively buys and sells various grades of paper fiber and recyclable plastics both domestically and internationally, every day. For more than 25 years, Vermont’s Seventh Generation, has built its foundation on recycling and supporting jobs around the world through their sustainable and socially responsible supply chain. UVM Medical Center (formerly Fletcher Allen Healthcare) can boast multiple environmental leadership awards, as a recognized leader for its green healthcare practices in recycling, food waste reduction, and providing healthy, local food. The universal recycling law provides opportunities to advance Vermont’s values through our economic models. Food donations reduce business costs. Food scraps that cannot be donated can support composting businesses, haulers or anaerobic digesters. Recycling can create sustained feedstocks for local industries. The resulting circular economies strengthen our communities and are a win for Vermont businesses and all Vermonters. Joan Goldstein is commissioner of the Vermont Department of Economic Development.

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Obituary Solange Gloria (Maher) Lalancette

Solange Gloria (Maher) Lalancette, 87, passed away peacefully at home Friday, Oct. 30. Born in Lowell, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Victor and Claire (Charbonneau) Maher. She leaves behind her husband, Leo Lalancette, and sister Yvette Faulkner of Portsmouth, N.H., as well as sister-in-law Olga Maher of Virginia. She is predeceased by her brothers Leon and Roger. Solange also leaves behind her children, son Michael and wife Patricia Bouchard of Essex Junction, son Richard and wife Barbara Lalancette of Rutland, daughter Denise and husband James Johnston of Santa Fe, N.M., son Dennis

and wife Cheryl Lalancette of Williston, daughter Pamela and husband Peter Munsell of Charlotte, son Robert and wife Terry of Fairfax and daughter Linda and husband Jeffrey Corey of Fairfax. Solange also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. Solange graduated from Portsmouth High School in Portsmouth, N.H. She worked for New England Tel and Tel and was a supervisor before marrying Leo Lalancette on June 12, 1948 in Portsmouth, N.H. and starting a family. They traveled while Leo served in the Navy from 1942 for 20 years, and settled in Essex Junction in 1965.

Solange enjoyed sewing, stenciling and swimming. She also enjoyed cooking and canning vegetables. She instilled in her children the frugality of raising seven children on a limited budget, and within the family the important role each of her children played as they grew. She enjoyed listening to music, Glen Campbell and Andrea Bocelli topped her list of favorites. Visiting hours were scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Corbin and Palmer Funeral Home in Essex Junction. A Catholic service was to be held at Holy Family Church, 4 Prospect St. in Essex Junction on Nov. 4. In lieu of flowers, donations

may be made to the Smile Train, 41 Madison Avenue, 28th floor, New York, NY 10010. ◊ Right: Solange Gloria (Maher) Lalancette

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Essex Area Religious Directory

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH- (Fundamental-independent.) 61 Main St., Essex Junction, 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.

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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. 878-8304. 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. Associate Pastor, Rev. Ryan Gackenheimer. Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 and 10:15 a.m. Communion: first Sunday of every month. Sunday School meets weekly at 10:15 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, Sundays 11:30 -1 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, Sundays 5 - 7 p.m. 5th/6th Grade Youth Group, 1st Sunday of the month 11:30 - 1 p.m. 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. 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: 4:00pm - St. Lawrence, Sunday Morning: 8:00am - St. Lawrence, 11:00am - Holy Family, 7:30pm - Holy Family. For more information visit our web page http://www.hfslvt.org. LIVING HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH - 1037 South Brownell Road, Williston ,VT 05495. A Living Hope.... a Loving God. 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). 899-2558. ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH - 4 St. James Place (off Rt. 2A at the Fairgrounds Gate F) 802-878-4014 www. stjamesvt.org The Rev. Ken Hitch v office@stjamesvt.org 8:15am Holy Eucharist Rite II (no music) 10:30am Holy Eucharist Rite II (with music) 9:20am Adult Ed: Bible Study 10:15 am Godly Play. ST. PIUS X CHURCH - 20 Jericho Road, Essex, 878-5997 - Administrator: Rev. Charles Ranges. Masses: Saturday 4:30 pm and Sunday 9:30 am. Confessions: Saturday 3:30pm - 4:00 pm or please call 878-5331 for an appointment. ST. THOMAS CATHOLIC CHURCH - 6 Green St., Underhill Center. Father Charles R. Danielson, Parish Priest. Weekend Masses: Saturday-4:30 p.m., Sunday-8:30. Daily Masses: Check with www.stthomasvt.com or call 899-4632.

Assistance Corp. will offer a free informational workshop to help families plan how to pay for college and training after high school. The presentations, which normally run 90 minutes to two hours, provide students and their parents with information on financial aid and other resources available to pay for college. Among the topics covered are: types of financial aid; ways to apply; how family contribution is calculated; how financial aid is awarded; student and parent loans; how to compare college costs and alternative payment options. Time is allotted for questions. Essex High School, Essex Junction, 6:30 p.m. Free. Information: www.vsac.org/schedule

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Education Enrichment of Everyone group will be offering the next installment of its fall lecture series with Secretary Rebecca Holcombe with the Vermont Agency of Education. Holcombe will present a lecture entitled “The State of Education in Vermont.” Parking and handicap access available. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5 at the door. Information: 864-3516.

VT (EBT) cards and debit cards accepted at the market manager’s table to buy market tokens. Essex Junction Recreation and Parks, Essex Junction, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. More info: www.5cornersfarmersmarket.com.

“Scoundrels, Trains and Tragic Romance.” Essex Community Historical Society presents Neil Rossi and Tom Akstensin a “pickin’ and singin’” party to open the holiday season. The duo will play and sing American ballads in a program titled “Scoundrels, Trains and Tragic Romance.” The program is designed to present the historical context of the ballads as a window onto times and places long past. Rossi and Akstens have been exploring American Roots music together for over 45 years as both educators and performers. American Roots music provides a grass roots perspective on history. at Memorial Hall, Essex Center, 7 p.m. Information: ww.tomandneil.com

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. 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.

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CHRIST MEMORIAL CHURCH- Route 2A, Williston, just north of Industrial Ave. Wes Pastor, Senior Minister, 8787107, Proclaiming Christ and Him crucified Sundays at 9:30 a.m. www.cmcvermont.org. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - 73 Essex Way, Essex Junction - All Welcome! Sacrament Meeting - Sundays at 10 a.m. Come learn about the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. It’s awesome! Family History Center - Sundays 1 - 3 p.m., Thursday 7 - 9 p.m. Come find your ancestry! The FHC has website resources (such as www. familysearch.org), including free access to ancestry.com, microfiche and microfilm readers, and a staff of capable genealogists. For more info, call 802-879-9142, email essexwardvt@gmail.com, or check out www.mormon.org.

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and all gender identities gather for a casual discussion on a wide variety of topics ranging from inequality to language, media and food. Wellness Co-op, Burlington, 2-3 p.m. Free. Information: 370-5369.

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of the LGBTQA community gather to bond over books, coffee, art and more at this casual hangout. Barnes and Noble Bookstore, South Burlington, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Information: 860-7812.

Scholarship Pasta Dinner and Silent Auction. This year’s annual Pasta Dinner is

in support of the Scholarship and Grants Program. The early evening dinner menu will include antipasto salad, pasta (regular pasta or gluten-free) with choice of three sauces, Italian bread, dessert and coffee. A selection of Italian wines and other drinks will be available for purchase. There will be music and a silent auction. Elks Club, Burlington, 5 p.m. Adults: $25; Children: $10. Information: http://www.vermontitalianclub.org/pasta-dinners.html

Town Meadow Senior Housing Annual Bazaar. Soups and baked items also

available. All the proceeds go toward the residents’ activity fund. Town Meadow Senior Housing, Essex Junction, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 859-8866.

Holiday Bazaar. Crafts, sewn and knit articles, plants, white elephant, and cookie walk. Lunch available. Essex United Methodist Church, Essex Junction, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Information: 878-8304.

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11th Annual Holiday Art Show and Sale.

The Milton Artists’ Guild will be hosting its festive 11th Annual Holiday Art Show and Sale. The sale will feature the exceptional work of many ﬁne artists and artisans. Photography, collage, jewelry, wood designs, sculpture, monotypes, watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings for your home or ofﬁce all displayed in a holiday setting in the historic Milton Grange Hall. Milton Grange Hall, Milton, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: 578-1600 or www.miltonartistsguild. org

Fall Bazaar. The annual bazaar will feature

handcrafted items, white elephant table, food table, unique gifts, jellies, pickles, fudge and more. Sales will beneﬁt United Church of Fairfax. Baptist Building, Fairfax, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For info call 849-6313.

Education Enrichment of Everyone group will be offering the next installment of its fall lecture series with Britta Tonn, Architectural Historian. Tonn will present a lecture entitled “History and Architecture of Burlington’s Hill Section.” Parking and handicap access available. Faith United Methodist Church, South Burlington, 2 p.m. $5 at the door. Information: 864-3516.

A Personal History of the Holidays (1830 and 1890). Colchester Historical Society

will present a personal history of Thanksgiving and Christmas in the 1800s. How did families in New England celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas in those days? Find out for yourself when Curt Taylor reads portions of his ancestors’ memoirs describing the events of the day as celebrated in two small New England towns. Log Schoolhouse Museum, Colchester, 7 p.m. Free.

Santa’s Workshop Sale. The Waterbury Center Trivia Night. Trivia buffs gather for a meeting

of the minds. Hotel Vermont lobby, Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Contact: 651-5012.

Community Church will have its Annual Santa Workshop Sale inside the Church, Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The church is located on Route 100 next to the Cold Hollow Cider Mill. More information at 244-8089.

a jump on holiday shopping at the annual FAP Fall Craft Show featuring over 100 crafters and specialty food makers. Also visit the used book/media sale at the same time. Williston Central School, Williston, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Information: wsdcraftshow@cssu.org

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trivia buffs in a battle of the brains with Top Hat Entertainment. Seven rounds of fast-paced trivia with prizes awarded. Let the inner-geek surface. Cody’s Irish Pub, Essex, 7-9 p.m. Information: www. facebook.com/pages/Codys-Irish-Puband-Grille.

Thursday

Community Soup and Bread Supper. The

Covenant Community Church will be hosting its monthly soup and bread supper. Eat in or take-out options available. Stay to eat with family and friends or pick up to take home. There will be a variety of soups, breads and a sweet dessert. Covenant Community Church, Essex/Jericho line, 4:30-7 p.m. Donations accepted. Contact Steve: 879-4313.

Pickup Rugby. Burlington Rugby Vermont

invites veteran players and newcomers to lace up for a two-hand-touch match. Meet on the ﬁeld adjacent College Parkway at Fort Ethan Allen. Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Information: www. burlingtonrugby.org/

Author Appearance. Join Arnie Kozak, PhD,

for a talk about his new book, Mindfulness A to Z, which presents a multifaceted look at living mindfully in our hectic world. Kozak is the founder of Exquisite Mind, a consultation service that teaches mindfulness as a vehicle for managing stress and enhancing quality of life. Phoenix Bookstore, Burlington, 7 p.m. $3. Information: www.phoenixbooks.biz or 448-3350

Looking Ahead Oriana Singers-Bach B-Minor Mass. The

Oriana Singers, under the direction of Prof. William Metcalfe, will perform the Mass in B Minor by Johann Sebastian Bach. New York Chamber Soloists, Oriana Orchestra and 25-voice chorus. Friday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m., College Street Congregational Church, 265 College St., Burlington. Tickets are $25, available at the door or through www.ﬂynntix.org, 863-5966.

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ter just north of the Jericho Center Store is once again home to our local artisan holiday market. The market has something for everyone, from delicious food to ﬁne art. Join us for the opening reception with live music, Friday Nov. 13 from 5-8 p.m. and the sale continues on Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Library soup & bread sale on site both days. Admission is free. Set your GPS to: 329 Browns Trace Road, Jericho.

Vermont Wind Ensemble. Sunday, Nov. 15,

7:30 p.m., Department of Music and Dance, Recital Hall, University of Vermont. For the fall 2015 concert, The Vermont Wind Ensemble offers a program of musical ad-

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C ALENDAR ventures, including “Land of the Long White Cloud,” a musical description of New Zealand, musical portraits inspired by ﬁve of the characters from Melville’s novel Moby Dick in “Of Sailors and Whales,” and a day at a historic New England amusement park in “Rocky Point Holiday,” Music by Steven Bryant, Robert W. Smith and John Philip Sousa completes the program. For information on this free concert, call 802656-2280.

Spider Roulette in Westford. The Westford Music Series presents the energetic blues band, Spider Roulette, on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. at the UCW white church in Westford. Known for their lively playing, versatile vocals and wide range of

instrumentation a fun time for the audience is guaranteed. Concert is free. Refreshments included.

Ongoing Essex Art League Meetings. Meetings happen on the ﬁrst Thursday of the month. The meeting agenda includes a business and social time, and features a guest artist presentation. Essex Junction Congregational Church, Essex Junction, 9-11 a.m. Information: www.essexartleague.com.

Craft Connection. Come the Essex Alliance Church community as women gather for a time of crafts and fellowship. Twice a month, Wednesday evenings. Essex

Alliance Church, Essex. Contact Deb: 2382291.

Divorce Care Support Group. Divorce is

a tough road. Feelings of separation, betrayal, confusion, anger and self-doubt are common, but there is life after divorce. Led by people who have already walked down that road, we’d like to share with you a safe place and a process that can help make the journey easier. The 13week Divorce Care Support Group for men and women will be offered on Sunday evenings, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Sept. 13 – Dec. 6, at the Essex Alliance Church, Essex Junction. Call Sandy: 425-7053.

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THURSDAY, NOV. 5 Snowflake Chocolates Talk and Tasting. This local chocolate company has a long-standing history in Vermont. Enjoy a tasting and an enlightening discussion of chocolate. Essex Free Library, Essex Center, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Noontime Book Discussion. Join us as we discuss “The Sugar Queen” by Sarah Addison Allen. Essex Free Library, Essex Center, 12 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOV. 6 Songs and Stories with Matthew. Matthew Witten performs songs about our world and tells adventurous tales. For all ages. Funded by the Friends of Brownell Library. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. TAB. Games, Magic and National Bundt Day celebration. Create the “I moustache you to check out these books” display in Young Adult room. For Grades 9 and up. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4 p.m. Magic: The Gathering. Whether you know the game or are curious to find out more, come have tons of gaming fun. Grades 6 and up. 6-8 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOV. 7 Chess Club. Come play. Teen chess players help you discover new moves. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3-4 p.m. Cozy Nook Craft Fair and Bake Sale. Shop around at our annual craft fair and bake sale as we welcome local crafters. Proceeds benefit the Summer Reading Program. Essex Free Library, Essex Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

MONDAY, NOV. 9 MPH. Celebrate Punster Day. (How do you throw a party in outer space? You planet). Prize for best pun-entry. Create and Photograph book faces. For Grades 6-8. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Must Read Mondays. “The Dirty Life: On Farming, Food, and Love” by Kristen Kimball. Kimball and her husband had a plan: to grow everything needed to feed a community. It was an ambitious idea, a bit romantic, and it worked. Every Friday evening, all year round, a hundred people travel to Essex Farm to pick up their weekly share of the “whole diet”—beef, pork, chicken, milk, eggs, maple syrup, grains, flours, dried beans, herbs, fruits, and 40 different vegetables—produced by

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the farm. The work is done by draft horses instead of tractors, and the fertility comes from compost. Kimball’s vivid descriptions of landscape, food, cooking — and marriage — are irresistible. Pick up a copy of the book at the main desk. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 6:30-7:30pm -

ONGOING Read to Daisy and Archie, Therapy Dogs. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Daisy and Archie love to listen to kids read. They are certified by Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Daisy’s owner is Maddie Nash, retired school counselor. For all ages. Archie’s owner is Christine Packard, Chair of Brownell Library Trustees. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 3:304:30 p.m. Story Time for Babies and Toddlers. Tuesdays. Picture books, songs, rhymes and puppets for babies and toddlers with an adult. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 9:10-9:30 a.m. Story Time for 3-5 Year Olds. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Picture books, songs, rhymes, puppets, flannel stories, and early math activities for preschoolers. Brownell Library, Essex Junction, 10-10:45 a.m. Tech Help with Clif. Offering one on one technology help. Bring in your new electronic devices and Clif will sit with you to help you learn more about them. Please call to make an appointment. Brownell Library, Mondays and Wednesdays, 12-1 p.m. Drop-in Story Time. Mondays. Reading, rhyming and crafts each week. All ages welcome. No registration required. Essex Free Library, 10:30 a.m. Lego Club. Mondays. We have thousands of Legos for you to build awesome creations. Essex Free Library, 3:30-5 p.m.

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The Essex Junction Water Department will flow test fire hydrants in the Village and flush water lines on Nov. 5 to Nov. 25 between the hours of 8 AM and 3 PM. Residents should let the cold water faucet run if they experience dirty water or air in the water lines. Residents who notice low water pressure or have no water as a result of the hydrant flushing should call the Village Office (878-6944).

Drop-in Knitting Group. Connect with other knitters and tackle new knitting projects. Both beginner and advanced knitters are welcome. Essex Free Library, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Creative Writing Club. First Wednesday of each month, for ages 9 and older. Let your imagination soar as you write your own stories and poems using prompts, games and other writing exercises. Essex Free Library, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

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Musical Story Time. Fridays. Rock out and read with books, songs and instruments. All ages. Essex Free Library, 10:30 a.m. Drop-in Story Time for Kids of All Ages. Twice a month on Fridays. Babies, toddlers and preschoolers are welcome to come listen to picture book stories and have fun with finger plays and action rhymes. No registration required. Brownell Library, 10-10:45 a.m.

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Upcoming Events “scoundrEls, Trains and TraGic roMancE.” Essex Community Historical Society presents Neil Rossi and Tom Akstensin a “pickin’ and singin’” party to open the holiday season On Friday, Nov. 6. The duo will play and sing American ballads in a program titled “Scoundrels, Trains and Tragic Romance.” The program is designed to present the historical context of the ballads as a window onto times and places long past. Rossi and Akstens have been exploring American Roots music together for over 45 years as both educators and performers. American Roots music provides a grass roots perspective on history. at Memorial Hall, Essex Center, 7 p.m. Information: ww.tomandneil.com

Shelburne Vineyards hosts food shelf benefit On Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Shelburne Vineyard’s 7th Annual Food and Wine Festival and Food Shelf Benefit will aim once again to fill the coffers of the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf’s pantry for the holiday season. Each year for the past six years, the Vineyard has mounted this festival in November to both support the food shelf and highlight the products of their colleagues in Vermont’s local food and beverage movement, and each year this one-day event has collected the equivalent of about 3,000 pounds of food families in need of food assistance. Once again Vermont Tent Company is providing a patio tent and heater. With their help, the festival has grown from just a few producers the first year to this year’s 14 vendors. The roster includes, besides Shelburne Vineyard, Artesano Mead, Brot Bakery, Earthback Coffee Roasters, Eden Ice Cider, Fairytale Farm Cheeses, Good Comida, It’s Arthur’s Fault, Pingala Cafe, Albice Foods’ Sweet Olive Spreads, Vermont Fresh Pasta and Vermont Salumi. Todd Trzaskos, author of “Wines of Vermont: a History of Pioneer Fermentation,” will attend the festival to sign and sell copies of his book. Vendors will provide free sampling and will also have their products to sell, making the event an opportunity to shop for the holiday table or to check off items on holiday gift lists. Rather than paying for admission, visitors are simply asked to bring donations of non-perishable food items. Food shelf staff will be on hand to welcome visitors, collect donations and share information about the community’s needs and the work being done here in Chittenden County to meet that need.

Shelburne Vineyard’s 7th Annual Food and Wine Festival and Food Shelf Benefit features 14 local vendors and a chance to sample their wares in return for a non-perishable food donation. Photo CoNtRiButeD

In addition to the food visitors bring, each vendor will contribute a gift item to be raffled off during the day and all raffle proceeds will benefit the food shelf. And, just in case people are hungry, The Good Food Truck will be on hand selling locally produced lunch items with all proceeds benefitting the food shelf. Shelburne Vineyard was founded in 1998 and is known for producing award-winning wines from their 17 acres of grapes on sustainably managed vineyards located in Shelburne and nearby Charlotte. For more information about the vineyard and it’s wines, about gift and gift certificates, wine club, concerts and other events, or to plan your own events, go to www.shelburnevineyard.com or visit Shelburne Vineyard on Facebook. — Staff report

Westford Music Series presents Spider Roulette

The Westford Music Series presents the energetic blues band, Spider Roulette, on Sunday, Nov. 15 at 4 p.m., at the UCW white church on the Westford village common on Route 128. Known for their lively playing, versatile vocals and wide range of instrumentation a fun time for the audience is guaranteed. The Spider Roulette trio features Carrie Cook, Mike Kirick and Keith Williams. As the band’s lead singer, Carrie Cook, is a well-known Vermont vocalist with a strong background in bluegrass, old time country and jazz

singing. She loves playing her kazoo and upright bass to blend in with her fellow musicians. Mike Kirick shows off his considerable talents with strong vocals, unique “juggy” music and mean harmonica. The trio rounds out its broad range of musical skills with Keith Williams playing guitar, resonator guitar, ukulele, harmonica, foot drums and vocals. The concert promises to be an entertaining Sunday afternoon appropriate for the entire family. The concert is free and refreshments are included.

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a+d filM sEriEs: MaTissE - ExHiBiTions on scrEEn, THE cuT-ouTs. On Dec.2, The BCA Center’s Architecture and Design Film Series will present “Matisse-Exhibitions on Screen, The Cut-Outs.” Audiences are invited to enjoy an intimate, behind-the-scenes documentary about this blockbuster exhibition with contributions from curators, historians and those who knew Matisse personally. Filmed at both Tate Modern and MoMA the film reflects the preparation and exhibition of Matisse’s simple but sophisticated cut-outs. Special attention is given to the conservation work of MoMA’s treasured ‘The Swimming Pool’ by Matisse. Beautifully filmed footage of the exhibition is interwoven with Matisse’s biography, behind-thescenes material, and sequences featuring special guests. BCA Center, Downtown Burlington, 6 p.m. Information: http://www. burlingtoncityarts.org/events.

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Hornets boys win third-straight volleyball title Girls fall after perfect season

Boys’ volleyball cruises to thirdstraight state title Essex and CVU split a pair of volleyball state championships on Saturday, as the Hornets boys’ team secured its third-straight title in a 3-0 sweep on Saturday. The boys finished their 2015 campaign dropping only four games on the way to a perfect match season. The girls’ team had an equally successful run to the championship, winning 14-straight matches while dropping only one game before Saturday’s final against No. 2 seed CVU, which the Essex girls lost 3-1. Right: Hornet Kylie Acker shows a moment of frustration during the Hornets loss to CVU at St. Michael’s College on Saturday. Far right: Senior Spencer Sochin skies for a spike during the state championships on Saturday. Photos | Bob LoCicero

Cross-country teams qualify for New Englands

Members of the Essex High School girls' cross-country team pose after the state championships in Thetford on Saturday. Photo | Courtesy of Karl Gehsman

The Essex High School boys' and girls' cross-country teams competed at the state championships in Thetford on Saturday, placing sixth and second respectively. Emma Farrington was the first to cross the finish line for the Hornets, placing seventh overall, followed by Annemarie Martell, who finished ninth. Katie James (19th), Hannah Brisson (30th), Jenna Agricola (37th), Kristyn Van Allen (39th)

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ovember has arrived and brings with it Thanksgiving and the close of the fall season. The cross-country teams are our only teams left competing. They, along with volleyball, competed in the state championships Saturday. Volleyball was at St. Michael’s while cross-country was down in Thetford. Our field hockey team fell in the semis. The big news of the week is the boys’ volleyball team’s state title and the girls’ runners up. Winter signups were Tuesday as we ready ourselves for a Nov. 16 start date. The Mets and Royals World Series was exciting. Volleyball Our volleyball teams had a highly successful week. In semifinal action, both the boys and girls cruised through their matches. In the boys’ semis it was Essex 3 - VT Commons 1 by scores of 25-18, 25-16, 18-25 and 25-16. The boys’ offense was led by seniors Scott Lyon, Spencer Sochin and Andrew Wagner. They each tallied multiple impressive kills and blocks. Sochin also led the team defensively by digging up aggressive hits from the opposition and sending pristine passes to the setters. Parker Ryan and Jake O’Connell both set very well and had numerous kill assists. The boys moved onto the state championship match at St. Michael’s College on Halloween, where Essex captured its thirdstraight state volleyball title with a convincing 3-0 shutout win over rival CVU. Scores: 25-15; 25-15 and 25-20. Congratulations to the team and coaches on another championship season. In the girls’ semis it was Essex 3 - Burlington 0. Scores were 25-20, 25-9 and 25-21. The team played extremely well during the first two sets against a very strong Burlington team. They had a slow start in the third set and came back from an 8-point deficit to secure their place in the state championship match. Taylor Truax and Kylie Acker had some great plays at the net and were very strong offensively. On Saturday they finished second to archrival CVU, losing 3 sets to 1. Scores: 18-25, 20-25, 25-20 and 12-25. As the No. 1 seed, they were

and Feora Leveillee (52) rounded out the day for Essex. Matt Davis led the way for the boys' team, placing 11th, followed by Peter Feehan (31st), Sully Martin (54th), Jake Moran (59th), Ian Lyle (61st), Jamie Shearer (86th) and Ben Stewart (106th). Up next for the Hornets is a return to Thetford for the New England Championships on Nov. 14.

EMS snags third at state championships

Front row from left: Jack Giuliani, Ryan Clark, Brady Martisus, Joey Lemire. Back row from left: Coach Krista Connolly, Aiden Philbrick, Liam Mack, Walker Stapleton, Aidan Schmoldt, Coach Andrew Kasprisin. Not Pictured: Luke Alden, James Boldosser, Rajai Abdo. photo | Courtesy of Karen Lemire

The Essex Middle School seventhgrade boys’ cross-country team competed in the Vermont State Middle School championship at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe on Sunday, taking home a thirdplace trophy.

Liam Mack will be attending the USATF-NE cross-country championship on Nov. 15 at Deerfield Park in Smithfield, R.I.

obviously disappointed, but in reality the girls powered offense failed to score a goal for only The UVM swim team won last weekend had a super fall season. Congrats. the second time in 16 games this fall. Essex to even its record at 2-2 over the weekend. ended the season 10-3-3. Nice job. Why mention that? Well, former Hornet state Cross-country champion 300m low hurdler Kira Hancock The cross-country teams had excellent races D-I soccer finals was part of a relay team that set a new pool and results in their state meet at Thetford on I spent most of Saturday at BHS watching the Saturday. The girls finished a sparkling second boys’ and girls’ Division-I soccer finals. In the first record in the 200m freestyle relay. She and while the boys placed a solid third as both teams game, the Rice boys’ scored first and last against her teammates swam a crisp 1:36.83. Nice job! qualified for the New England’s next weekend. CVU to win 2-0. The Red Hawks’ best scoring Hollis Emery passed away last week. Hollis Champlain Valley Union and South Burlington chance came with around 10 minutes to play was a long-time Essex Junction educator and again went 1-2 for the boys. Matt Davis ran when a shot blasted off the left post rebounding my first principal. I met him at his son, Tim’s, with his heart and soul placing sixth to lead the away from the goal. The Green Knights won graduation party and told him I was looking to way. Peter Feehan and Sully Martin toughed the D-II title last fall and completed their move student teach at Essex. He told me to come in it out for 16th and 28th places. Sophomore to D-I this season with another championship. to school the next day, and he’d help me out. Jake Moran and junior captain Ian Lyle came In the day’s next game, CVU scored two first-half He sent me to the English department where on strong at the end of the season. Both had goals, survived an early second half Burr and I connected with Kirk Bosworth, who in turn great races finishing 32nd and 33rd. Jamie Burton penalty and won its fifth-straight state Shearer 50th and Ben Stewart 58th rounded title. During the course of their championship connected me with Bill O’Neil for a semester out the seven varsity Hornets. The team was run, they beat the No. 2 CHS Lakers and the in the classroom and Steve Dowd for crossresilient this season as the younger runners No. 1 seed B&B who saddled them with their country and track and field. Thirty-five years really stepped up. They ended up third in D-I only losses of the season. Both wins in the later, I thank him for the opportunity. In fact, and sixth overall making the New England’s. postseason avenged those regular season losses. after my first year teaching I was squeezed out The girls ran second in both the varsity and On a side, but related note, the officiating in both of a teaching job, and he brought me into his the JV races! It was a great day as they really games was pretty close to flawless. The only office and offered me an all-school substitute stepped up and ran hard. They knew they times the refs were noticed was when the Rice coordinating job which I accepted. He wanted were going to be fighting St. Johnsbury the head coach was spoken to in the first half and me to continue teaching and coaching, which whole way for second, and the girls ran with when a handball penalty kick was called in the I did, and I have always been thankful to him a lot of awareness and made sure to target girls’ game. Job well done by BHS and Athletic their runners! Emma Farrington led the Director Jeanne Hulsen who organized the for that. He was a great educator and father. Hornet group finishing fifth, followed closely day: field workers, trainer, t-shirt sales, 50/50 Just look at the educators in his family! Think by Annemarie Martell in seventh. Katie James raffle, parking and parking lot attendants. The of all the students and teachers whose lives ran tough in 14th, with freshmen Hannah latter was most impressive as people were still he influenced and touched. He reminded me Brisson in 22nd who caught two St. J girls arriving during the Star Spangled Banner, had a lot of my dad, though the educators in the in the last 300-400 meters of the race. Jenna to park, then wait in line for admission. That Emery family outnumber the ones in Gonillo Agricola and Kristyn Van Allen were 27th and line reached all the way back to the second side family. Countless numbers of friends gathered 28th and Feora Leveillee, our only senior on the parking lot. There were many more fans at the last week for his wake. He will be missed. varsity squad, came in 36th. The JV girls ran first game, but the BHS staff took care of every Happy Birthday wishes to ex-IBM guru awesome as well! Frosh Olivia Miller-Johnson detail without a glitch. Well done! Don Hathaway. My brother-in-law joined made a move just before 4K to overtake the the retirement fraternity years ago and Other news first place girl and won the JV race! Many of the girls all stuck together in packs and helped The first dodgeball tournament of this year is an all-star in this role. He is qualified carry one another through the race. Great job is on Friday, Nov. 6 at 3 p.m. in the gym. to lead seminars in this area. Enjoy! by an awesome group of seniors: Anna Burke, Applications are due on Thursday at 2:35 p.m. Not that I am into Christmas before Sarah Tobey, Melissa Stewart, Abby Trombley, No applications will be accepted after that Thanksgiving,butdidyouseethehilariousFedEx Leveillee, Mina Zhao and Melissa Morris for deadline. There will be a captain’s meeting commercial with Santa in his red long johns another great cross-country season. Both teams at 2:45 p.m. Friday. Prizes will be awarded trying to creak his way into a rusty old sleigh? will be returning to Thetford in two weeks for for tournament winner and best costume. PS: I say this every year, but I am not a huge Applications are located in the athletic office or fan of raking leaves. I miss my dad because not the New England Championships. in Mr. Langevin’s room - C102. The application only did he come over to help with the project, Field Hockey fee is $40 per team. Every team must have at In the state semifinals, the field hockey team least one boy and one girl. Referees are needed. but also we got to spend a great deal of time lost 1-0 in an exciting, yet frustrating game to For any further questions, contact Mr. Langevin together. Love the fact that friends, students the CVU Red Hawks. The game’s only goal was in C102, the math department or Mr. Goodrich. and athletes honk their horns and keep on scored 13 minutes into the second half. The The next Booster meeting will be driving! Feel free to stop as I have amassed 5-6 Hornet defense was outstanding while its high- on Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. in room C101. rakes in my garage.

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by PHyL NeWbeCk For The Essex Reporter On Nov. 7, residents of Jericho and beyond will roll up their sleeves and get to work as part of a DIY day at the Jericho Community Center. Two years ago, Vermont Energy and Climate Action Network declared the first Saturday of November to be Button Up Day with the goal of having a statewide event similar to Green Up Day. Municipalities are encouraged to come up with their own ways to celebrate. The Jericho Energy Task Force has decided to use the day to teach weatherization skills to people who will practice their new skills on the Community Center. The Jericho Community Center is used by roughly 200 people a day with weekly, monthly and individual events including meetings, dance, Zumba and art classes, birthday parties, and baby and bridal showers. This is not the first time the task force has lent a hand to the 168-year-old building. The task force was the recipient of a $10,000 Home Energy Challenge grant in 2014 and the money was used to air seal and insulate the basement. The work was challenging because the historic nature of the building required the use of materials which did not destroy the integrity of the structure. The Jericho Center Preservation Association raised funds to finish the job and there was a large donation from an anonymous donor. The work was overseen by

Jim Bradley of Caleb Contracting. On Nov. 6, Bradley will return to the building to teach others how save money and energy through weatherization. Refreshments including morning coffee and muffins and lunchtime sandwiches will be provided by the Jericho Community Center Board of Trustees and the task force. Participants are asked to bring their own plates and cups to try and minimize waste from the event. Task force chairwoman Kathie Voigt Walsh said the workshop is open to anyone interested in learning weatherization skills. The morning will feature Bradley’s training session and after lunch participants will be asked to practice those skills in the building’s entry area and back room. Those who are already proficient can skip the morning session and just come for the work, and those with time constraints can leave early if they need to. Bob Schermer of the preservation association noted that extensive work has been done on the much-loved building over the last decade with emphasis on the foundation. The brick has been repointed and drainage work was done to alleviate moisture issues in the basement. More recently, the oil furnace was converted to propane, and a membrane and sump pumps were installed in the dirt basement. Three monitors have been added to keep tabs on moisture content and temperature, and the results have shown a great improvement. “I think we’ve given the

building a new lease on life,” said Schermer. “For a building that old, it’s in pretty good shape.” “You can’t just pick any material off the shelf,” Walsh said. “Some products are more effective than others and people will learn how they all work together, what the best materials are, and how to use them.” With Bradley as their guide, participants will leave with the ability to do basic weatherization in their own homes. Tools and materials will be available onsite and anyone participating in the event will receive a coupon for 10 percent off any energy efficiency or weatherization product for the month of November at Jeri-Hill Hardware on Route 15. “Everyone has little drafts in their home,” said Walsh “and this workshop will help you learn how to remedy that.” While she recognizes that many people will want to run home and work on their own houses, she is hopeful that most will stay to work on the Community Center. “If you’ve ever attended an event there you know it can be a bit chilly,” she said. “This is a chance to use your newfound skills to help a much beloved community hub.” The free workshop is sponsored by the Jericho Energy Task Force, the Community Center in Jericho, Jericho Center Preservation Association, Caleb Contracting, Efficiency Vermont and Capstone Community Action. For more information, contact Kathie Voigt Walsh at enerjericho@gmail.com.

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Essex Junction Lions Club welcomes new members, honors Lion of the Month The Essex Junction Lions Club welcomed new members last week and honored Jackie Cote as Lion of the Month for her “excellent community efforts. essex Junction President Darby Mayville, sponsor Linda McNulty, and new members Jodie Peck, Dianne Brochu, tom Stone, Linda Stone, and sponsor Carmelita Belisle pose for a picture after being welcomed to the group. Photo | PASt DiStRiCt GoVeRNoR LioN BetSy MAGee

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For your wellbeing! Celebrate Recovery. Thursdays. This confidential 12-step recovery program puts faith in Jesus Christ at the heart of healing. We offer multiple support groups for both men and women, such as chemical dependency, co-dependency, sexual addiction and pornography, food issues and overcoming abuse. All those 18 and older are welcome. Sorry, no childcare. Essex Alliance Church, Essex. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., sessions begin at 7 p.m. Information: recovery@ essexalliance.org or 3109062.

Spirit “Selfies” encouraged as Vermonters get flu shots Grin, bear it, and send a selfie of yourself getting your flu vaccine. That is the message from the Vermont Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which has launched the #VaxWithMe selfie promotional campaign to capture and share that important moment when you get your shot. CDC will share photos with the #VaxWithMe hashtag across various digital platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube). CDC will post weekly updates to the campaign timeline. “Get the word ‘Vermont’ in the photo,” said Health Commissioner Harry Chen, MD. “Let’s show our pride in the fact that Vermonters know getting a flu vaccine is the first, and most important, step we can take in protecting ourselves and loved ones against flu. “Mine will be a ‘selfie with a smile,’” said Chen. “We Vermonters are tough – we thrive in northern winters – so try not to make a face. A flu shot doesn’t really hurt, and believe me, it is over before you know it.” Vaccination can reduce illness, doctor visits, and missed work and school due to flu, as well as prevent flurelated hospitalizations. That flu vaccine protects against the viruses that CDC research suggests will circulate the most this season.

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S CHOOLS EHS National honor society: On Oct. 22, 71 Essex High School students were inducted into the national honor society in a ceremony held in the high school auditorium. These students met the qualifications for membership (character, scholarship, leadership and service), which are the four pillars of the national honor society. The guest speaker was english teacher Adam Murray, while the officers were Gita Krishna (president), and vice presidents Omkar Borse, Grace Murphy and Jonathan Compo. Advisers Stacey Anthony and Erin Kranichfeld organized the event. Congratulations to all the new inductees.

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student clubs: Activities and clubs are an important part of the high school experience. Below is a list of this year's groups and their advisers. Many are groups which students are still eligible to join by contacting the adviser listed. We encourage students to get involved, meet new people and get more out of their high school experience. 1. 2. 3.

American Computer Science League – Steve Roberts Astronomy club – Scott Pennington & Doug Horne Athletic Leadership Council – Jeff Goodrich, Eric Langevin, Maria Royer, Pam Hemingway 4. Brain Bee – Nancy Smith 5. Cabaret night – Nicholas Stokes 6. Chess club / go club – Adam Murray 7. Choral groups – Nicholas Stokes 1. Kaleidoscope – Nicholas Stokes 2. Pitchpipes – Nicholas Stokes 8. Class advisor 1. Senior – Scott Pennington 2. Junior – Justin Norris 3. Sophomore – Hillary Arthur 4. Freshman – Joe Gonillo 9. Climbing club – Dean Corkum 10. Computer club – Seth Moore 11. Cooking for a Cause – n/a 12. CYO (Christian Youth Outreach) – Pam Blake, Eric Machat & Kenny Madsen

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By Anna Hoppe and Maisie Baker, fifth-graders in Mrs. Kochelyaev’s class at Founders Memorial School Have you ever heard someone say they are not good at math? Have you ever said that? Did you know that by saying that you are blocking your brain from learning new things? Your attitude is critical when doing math. If you are thinking negatively and you think, “I CAN’T do this,” there is a good chance that even though you are capable of it, you won’t be successful. Next time you are facing a hard math problem try thinking, “I can do this!” Try a new strategy you have learned, ask for help, and remember don’t ever give up. If you are thinking negatively, you will probably have some strong negative emotions such as frustration, anger, or feeling defeated. Your emotions have a big part in how hard your brain is working. When you have negative emotions it makes it hard to focus. Thinking positively can help you focus on the work and be more confident. Experiences can also greatly impact your learning. If early in your life, someone tells you that you are bad at math, you might believe them. Then when you go to math later in your life you will feel that you can’t do it. If instead you had positive experiences and people supported you, you will think that you are good at math and will work hard to prove it. One very important thing that everybody needs to know is that making mistakes helps your brain learn. If you get everything right all the time you are never learning anything. Like a weightlifter, if they always lift the same amount of weight they will never get stronger. Did you know Thomas Edison failed 10,000 times when he was trying to invent the light bulb? However, he didn’t think that way. He saw it as steps toward success. That is why he was so successful when he created the light bulb. Once a reporter asked him how to felt to fail so often. He said, “I have not failed. I have just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” Thomas Edison was rewiring his brain every time he found a way that didn’t work. That’s because your brain is like modeling clay, you can stretch your brain and learn new things. It’s important to keep practicing and working hard at math to strengthen the connections between your synapses. Synapses are spaces between cells in your brain where information passes between the cells. Have you ever wondered why you remember your birthday but you forget what you had for breakfast a week ago? Well, your brain forgets information you will not need in the future. When your brain forgets information it is pruning it. It keeps the most important information and the information you spend the most time working on. Some important information for you to know about math is that speed is not important. Your ability in math has nothing to do with speed. For example: Laurent Schwartz grew up to be a famous mathematician but in grade school he felt dumb because he was slow. But by going slower he was thinking more deeply which was one reason why he became a famous mathematician. So if you are working on a math problem and other kids finish it before you, don’t feel bad. It doesn’t mean you aren’t good at math. It might mean you are thinking more deeply, making connections, or checking your work. So remember, there is no such thing as a “math person”. We ALL can be math people when we have a positive attitude, learn from our mistakes, and take our time. Parents, here are some things you can do to help your child get better and more confident at math time:

Dance team – n/a Deca – Julie Shaw & Jennifer Corey Digital media club– Tom Preska EHSPN – Tom Preska Environmental club – Deb Kalkstein-Lamb Envirothon – n/a French Honor Society – Jill Prado Graphic novel club – Stacey Gonillo Howl’s (helping our world’s living species) – n/a Improv – Kelly Green Ink Tank – Laban Hill Intramural Hockey – Bryan Hirschman Japanese club – Yukari Dougherty Journalism club – John Ferris Library advisory council – Martine Gulick Math League – Steve Roberts Music ensembles: 1. Jazz band – Heather Finlayson 2. Pep band – Heather Finlayson National Honor Society – Stacey Anthony & Erin Kranichfeld One Heart – Deb Kalkstein-Lamb Peer helpers – Siobhan Barber & Jon Moore People’s Alliance Red Cross club – Nicole Gillis & Brian Roy Robotics club – Joe Chase & Jim Dirmaier Scholar’s Bowl – David Rome Snowboard club – Matthew Steinke Spanish Honor Society – Beth O’Connor & Jill Prado Student government – Beth O’Connor & Laura Williams Theater & musical theater – Susan Palmer Unified sports – Julie Shaw & Erin Schmitt VTLSP/SADD/OVX group (Vermont teen leadership safety program/ students against destructive decisions/our voices : Deb Kalkstein-Lamb Wam (writers artists musicians) – Erin Kranichfeld

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Nov. 2-30: LEGOS in Motion, 3:15 – 4:15 p.m., grades 3-5, Cost $85, Y Kids $80 Nov. 14: The Essex Unified Sports Programs will host the 24th Annual Essex Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. If you are interested in baking for the bake sale or renting a space at the craft fair please contact Sue Minter at

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Pto spaghetti dinner: Another year, another very successful dinner. Thank you to everyone who made this dinner possible, including Sarah and Michael Mosely for organizing the dinner and to the many others who volunteered or provided food and small toy items. We also want to thank Jon Houghton and Maplehurst Florist for donating eight beautiful table flower arrangements. We hope everyone had a great time at the dinner. All profits went to the PTO fund. donna Hall’s classroom: Boys and girls began Reading Buddies with Eve Trombley’s second-grade class. They were very excited to meet new friends and read together. They practiced sitting shoulder to shoulder, taking turns sharing their books and talking about what they read. Students from the Cte Professional Foods program have been making healthy soups for local seniors. Photo CoNtRiButeD

The Professional Foods program at the Center for Technology, Essex is partnering with the Essex Senior Citizens (soon to be the Essex Area Senior Center Meal Site) on their Wednesday meal program at the Essex Junction Recreation and Parks department. The students in the Professional Foods II program have been making healthy soups to accompany the sandwiches and desserts, which are also part of the Wednesday meals. So far this fall the students have prepared minestrone, white bean and chicken noodle soups as well as chili. The soups have been a big hit with the Essex seniors, who recently ate at the Cafe and Bakery at CTE as part of their Wednesday meal program.

ADL Agenda The theme for this year at ADL is wellness — promoting positive thinking and a growth mindset for learning. We’re calling it “Drop Everything and Be... .” This engaging opportunity for this year’s school theme is being planned by our ALPHA Team (unified arts, physical education, foreign language, and library teachers) and the goal is to plan a school-wide focus that extends throughout the year and includes special events held at least once each trimester. The first all school event will be held on December 4 with a speaker, assembly and then a variety of activities in which students will experience “Drop Everything and Be Happy!” Stay tuned for more details as ADL “Drops Everything to Be... . Laurie Singer, Principal Fall band Concert: The ADL Band will have its first performance of the year on Nov. 12 starting at 7 p.m. This Fall Band Concert will feature a night of great instrumental music by members of the Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, and Concert Band. Students have been working hard since school started and look forward to providing you with an evening of challenging band selections. Please join us, as we hope to see you there. district Music Festival: Students auditioning for the District III Middle School Music Festival have begun preparing for band auditions that will take place at ADL on Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. Chorus and string student auditions will take place in school over the next couple of weeks. The festival is scheduled for Jan. 29 and 30, 2016 at Essex Middle School with a concert on the 30th at 2 p.m. Watch for more information to follow in the Essex Reporter. Principal search Forum: On Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m., ADL Parents As Partners will host a Parent/Guardian Forum to meet with CCSU Superintendent Judith DeNova regarding the process and timeline for selecting the next ADL principal. All parents are encouraged to attend.

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elizabeth Pacy’s classroom: Students worked on a project during their math block. They have been working hard thinking about arrays and how they help us understand the connection between addition and multiplication. We had to make a picture using only arrays. At the end we figured out how many total square units were in our picture, using our knowledge of multiplications and arrays to help. eve trombley’s classroom: Students went on a community walk, where they compared pictures of Essex Junction from the past to the current buildings. Students have been studying the history of Essex Junction, as well as different types of communities and why they change over time. Meghan turcot’s classroom: Our focus for Reading Workshop this week and last week has been on reading fluency. We’ve discussed how good readers: • Use a smooth voice that sounds like a talking voice • Use punctuation as a clue to how a text sounds • Use clues in the text to help us read with expression • Chunk or put together phrases to make it sound smooth. upcoming summit street events: 11/5: Assembly 11/10: PTO & Playground Meetings starting from 6-8 p.m. 11/19: Thanksgiving Poetry Assembly 11/23-11/24: NO school for students – Professional Development 11/28-11/30: NO school for students – Thanksgiving Break

First-grade students in Karen Rotach’s class released their Painted Lady Butterflies into their natural habitat earlier this month. Photo | KAReN RotACh

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During the months of November and December, Essex Elementary School celebrates peace and friendship. During this time, students learn and discuss the power of generosity and the experience of being part of a community that gives back. As part of this celebration, EES will be holding a food drive to give back to our community. The food drive will continue through Friday, Nov. 20. Students should deliver donated items to their classrooms, where there will be a donation box.All of the donated items will be collected in and distributed to The Heavenly Pantry and other community food shelves in need. suggested donation items: Dry goods: boxed macaroni and cheese, rice, boxed potatoes, pasta, powdered milk, soup mixes, cereal, crackers, granola bars, cookies, mixed nuts. Canned or jarred Items: tomato or chicken noodle soup, small cans of tomato sauce, vegetables, fruits, salad dressing, peanut butter, jelly, pudding, fruit juice, condiments. Toiletries: shampoo and conditioner, pampers size 3/4, baby wipes, toilet paper, tissues, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, lotion. For more information please contact the Essex Elementary School School Counseling Department at 802857-2132 or 802-857-2105.

VSAC offers Paying for College presentation The Vermont Student Assistance Corporation, in collaboration with Essex High School, has scheduled a Paying for College presentation in the auditorium at the high school on Monday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. The session is free and open to the public. The presentation usually runs between 90 minutes and two hours provides parents and students information on financial aid and other resources available to pay for college. Time is allotted for questions. Among the topics covered are types of financial aid, ways to apply, how family contribution is calculated, how financial aid is awarded, student and parent loans, and alternative payment options. VSAC is a public nonprofit created by the state to help Vermonters plan and pay for education or training beyond high school.

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F OOD Local chefs compete to support Preventing osteoporosis cancer patients in Vermont Cancer Patient Support Foundation presents the Culinary Classic

Six of the area’s most cutting-edge and talented chefs are coming together to compete to support local cancer patients and their families in Vermont and Northern New York at the Culinary Classic at the Essex Resort and Spa next month. Chefs competing are from Butch + Babe’s, Burlington Country Club, Bluebird Barbecue, Hotel Vermont, Leunig’s Bistro & Cafe, and the Farmhouse. You will be the judge of who receives the coveted People’s Choice Award. A celebrity chef will decide who will be the Culinary Cup Champion. Enjoy an evening of local food, beverages and cancer support. The Culinary Classic will have live music, a silent auction, a live auction with one-of-a-kind items, including an exclusively designed necklace from Von Bargen’s and a ski holiday in Utah, along with a moving presentation about how we can impact the lives of those living with cancer right here in Vermont and Northern New York. All proceeds benefit the Cancer Patient Support Foundation. The foundation provides financial assistance to cancer patients in Vermont and Northern New York. It underwrites the patient share for psychological and nutritional counseling for area cancer patients and their families. Many patients struggle with the cost of gasoline to drive to treatment or to pay everyday bills such as heating, rent, or prescription medications during treatment as they are often unable to work. “Every day we get letters from cancer patients and their families thanking us for helping make this difficult time a little easier.” Sarah Lemnah, executive director explains, “The Cancer Patient Support Foundation is dedicated to making sure that cancer patients and their families in Vermont and Northern New York know they are not alone. The foundation is here to help them through this difficult journey. “Cancer patients have enough to worry about; the price of gasoline or the ability to take their medications as prescribed due to financial constraints should not be one of them. This year alone, we have seen a 63 percent increase for emergency financial assistance. The foundation gives out over $17,000 a month directly to cancer patients and their families,” Lemnah said. The Culinary Classic will be held Nov. 14 from 6-9 p.m. at the Essex Resort and Spa. Tickets are limited. Individual tickets are $75, couples $130. Help support

Chef Shawn Calley of the Burlington Country Club, named the 2015 Vt Chef of the year by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, will compete in the Culinary Classic at the essex Resort and Spa on Nov. 14. Photo CoNtRiButeD

cancer patients in your community while enjoying the best Vermont has to offer in this farm to plate event. For more information or for tickets go to WWW.CPSFVT. ORG. — Staff report

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that occurs when a person loses too much bone, produces too little bone or both. When a person has osteoporosis, his or her bones become brittle and can easily break. While osteoporosis can affect anyone, women over the age of 50 are especially susceptible. In fact, the National Osteoporosis Foundation notes that a woman’s risk of breaking a hip due to osteoporosis is equal to her risk of breast, ovarian and uterine cancers combined. In spite of the potentially harmful effects of osteoporosis, studies indicate that only 12 percent of people with osteoporosis have had a bone mineral density, or BMD, screening, which is the most reliable diagnostic test for osteoporosis. A big part of that is likely because osteoporosis does not always produce any recognizable symptoms, meaning many people may have the disease without even knowing it. Many women are first diagnosed with osteoporosis or bone loss after suffering a fracture, but there are steps women can take to lower their risk of developing osteoporosis. • Get enough calcium and vitamin D. Calcium helps women develop strong, healthy bones, while vitamin D protects the bones and is necessary for absorbing calcium. The human body cannot produce new calcium, so it’s essential that women get the recommended amount of calcium from their diets. Women 51 and older are advised to get 1,200 milligrams of calcium daily, and foods like low- and non-fat milk, yogurt and cheese are great sources of calcium. Women can get vitamin D from sunlight; certain foods, including fatty fish such as salmon and tuna; and vitamin D supplements. • Eat bone-healthy foods. The National Osteoporosis Foundation notes that recent research has found that blueberries, olive oil, soy beans, and foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may promote bone health. Women also should know that even though certain foods may contain calcium, that does not necessarily make them ideal for bone health. Beans, for example, contain calcium, but they also are high in phylates, which can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb calcium. Soaking beans in water for several hours before cooking them can reduce their levels of phylates. • Watch what you drink, too. It’s not just foods that can contribute to osteoporosis. The beverages women drink also can affect their risk. Caffeine can decrease calcium absorption and contribute to bone loss, so drink beverages like coffee and caffeinated tea and soft drinks in moderation. Heavy alcohol consumption also can cause numerous negative side effects, not the least of which is bone loss, so women should only drink alcohol in moderation. • Update your fitness regimen. Women can strengthen their bones by including some high-impact weight-bearing exercises, which include dancing, hiking, jogging and jumping rope, in their fitness regimens. In addition, add some muscle-strengthening exercises, such as light weightlifting, to your routine. Yoga and Pilates also can make valuable additions to an exercise regimen, helping to improve balance and reduce the risk of falls, but women should discuss such exercises with their physicians before diving in, as some of the positions in yoga and Pilates may not be safe for older women at heightened risk of osteoporosis. More information about osteoporosis can be found at www.nof.org. — Metro Creative

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