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Aurora Dance Party V Goes Roman with a Toga Party

IN THIS ISSUE: Arts, Entertainment .......... 10 Antiques & Auctions .......... 15 Auto....................................21 CAT-TV Schedule .................. 8 Classiﬁeds...........................17 Creatures/Environment........ 6 Crossword.......................... 10 Horoscope...........................14 Jobs.................................... 23 Mind & Body ........................ 9 Real Estate..........................19

Re-live the golden days of ancient Rome on Saturday night March 28 in Bennington, Vermont. The Chamber of Commerce is once again planning the popular Annual Dance Extravaganza known as “Aurora” under the wild and crazy leadership of Jimmy Woodward and Michele Hogan. This year the theme is “Toga Party”. For your convenience the

Dollars for Scholars students will be running a coat check room. In addition there will be snacks and desserts as well as a cash bar available. The main activity is non-stop dancing until the early morning hours. This community event has (Continued on page 3)

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...Red Cross Month...

state wide to make sure we fulfill our mission each and every day. This year the Red Cross is taking time in March to focus on the volunteers and community members who demonstrate such compassion and generosity by supporting the Red Cross with their time, their talent and their financial gifts. As one of more than 700 chapters and blood regions across the country, your Vermont Red Cross relies on these everyday heroes to give of themselves to help our neighbors gain the lifesaving training in CPR, first aid, babysitting youth, water safety and so much more. But first and foremost you can count on Red Cross volunteers to be among the first community members to reach out to their neighbors in times of crisis. In the past year alone, the

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Hoosick Falls Senior Center

Across the United States, March is recognized as American Red Cross Month. President Obama and Governor Douglas have both signed proclamations honoring the work of the Red Cross and noting the contributions of volunteers across the nation and across the state. As one of the nation’s best-known humanitarian organizations, the Red Cross has been at the forefront of helping Americans prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from large and small disasters for 127 years, over 90 right here in Vermont. Communities large and small across our state depend on the Red Cross in times of need. Your Vermont Red Cross counts on all Vermonters to support the work of our some 3,000 volunteers’

Suggested donation of $3.00 per meal For reservation or cancellation in Bennington: 442-8012 Manchester: 362-3714 Wednesday, March 18 Chicken Cacciatore w/ Spaghetti, Italian Blend Veggies, Garlic Bread and Milk. Thursday, March 19 BIRTHDAY DINNER Baked Ham w/Honey Glaze, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans & Mushrooms, Bread, Chocolate Cake and Milk. Friday, March 20 Beef Stew, Broccoli, Corn Bread, Cinnamon Apples, and Milk. Monday, March 23 Spinach & Bacon Quiche, Stewed Tomatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Bread, Peaches and Milk. Tuesday, March 24 Swedish Meatballs, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Bread, Jello w/Fruit and Milk.

Wednesday, March 18: Cards, senior exercise class, 1 p.m. Thursday, March 19: Cards; local grocery shopping with van transportation available; Bocci at 10 a.m. good food ideas at 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 20: Cards; crafts; van shopping day to the mall leaves at 9:30 a.m. Monday, March 23: Mystery Bingo, 10 a.m.; cards; senior exercise class, 1 p.m.; food stamps information with Beverly Hickman Tuesday, March 24: Card Party, 10:30; Health Dept. available; local grocery shopping with van transportation available. The Hoosick Falls Senior Center is located at 69 Church St., Hoosick Falls, New York. Dinner is served at noon daily. Please call Director Kathy Bugbee with your reservation at 518-686-7561.

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Vermont Red Cross has assisted 7,132 Vermonters impacted by local disasters, assisted Vermont’s military families in times of personal emergency through our Service to the Armed services programs and trained 27,767 people in lifesaving skills. Across our communities, in times of great need, people rely on the Vermont Red Cross for help, comfort, training, assistance and compassion. On behalf of all the members of the American Red Cross family here in Vermont, we thank you for your support as we continue our service to help our neighbors in need, all day, every day. Sincerely, —Mark F. Shea Chapter Chair —Deborah Peterson Executive Director Green Mountain Chapter, American Red Cross

...civil rights for all...

I am a strong supporter of civil rights for all. That is why I urge all of your readers to support legislators who vote for full marriage equality when the bill comes for a vote in the House and Senate. It is the right thing to do and it is about time lesbian and gay couples in our community can marry. Every family deserves the sense of security and inclusion that comes with marriage. Sincerely, —Jane Chamay, North Pownal, Vt.

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Bennington Area Habitat For Humanity Public Information Meeting

On Wednesday, March 25 from 7-8 p.m. Bennington Area Habitat for Humanity will hold an informational meeting for the public at the Community College of Vermont. CCV is at 324 Main St., across from Greenbergs. We will be breaking ground soon for our next house, which will be built on Asa’s Way in North Bennington, a short distance from VT Rte. 67A. The search for a partner family is currently underway. Habitat homes are built entirely by volunteers, working alongside the future homeowners. Habitat families receive a no-interest mortgage based only on the cost of land and materials. These mortgage payments combined with donations of labor and materials help pay for the next Habitat home. Each Habitat affiliate is self-supporting and receives no funding from Habitat International. Come and find out how you and/or your organization can get involved in supporting the construction of this affordable home. Please contact Elise Anton at 362-2415 or by email at ekanton@comcast.net with questions. ________________________________________________

Annual Banquet, Auction for Local NRA

The Green Mountain Friends of the NRA will be holding their annual benefit banquet and auction on Saturday, March 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the newly renovated Mount Anthony Country Club in Bennington, Vt. This is a sit-down dinner with a choice of prime rib or chicken. Cost is $40 per ticket and couples, $75. Tickets are available at Charlie Wells’ Gun Shop, 442-3267, or David Dence at 379-4274. A pre-event raffle will also be held. You can buy a chance to win the NRA Guns of the Year 2009 matched set of Ruger Vaquero .45LC or $1000 in cash. Raffle tickets are $5 for one, three for $10 or seven for $20. Winners need not bed present to win. Tickets are available from the above mentioned. Get them while they last! The NRA Foundation’s “Friends of the NRA” program supports conservation efforts, youth hunter education, firearms training, range development and many other vital programs. Every year 50 percent of the funds raised at the banquet and auction will stay here in Vermont to support projects that encourage responsible firearms ownership and use. The banquet and raffle are open to everyone, so come and enjoy the evening and help support these great causes. ________________________________________________ (Toga Party, cont.) grown to proportions that would make a Roman Emperor proud. Aurora is for adults who still know how to have fun. Get your tickets at local shops or at the Chamber of Commerce and BBC oﬃces. Call 447-3311 or check www.bennington.com for more information. Buy your tickets for $13 in advance or $15 at the door. Remember: part of the proceeds will go to the Center for Communication in Medicine. March 18, 2009

Job Fair in Bennington

The 2009 Early Spring Career And Job Expo will be held on Thursday March 26, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the Southwest Vermont Career Development Center Atrium, 321 Park Street in Bennington. Whether you are seeking seasonal or permanent employment, this is a great way to explore what is available and schedule interviews with companies of interest. New this fair is a computer lab for on-line application. Assistance in using the lab is available if needed. Bring your current resume! Free admission! The Early Spring Career and Job Expo is sponsored by: Workforce Development Partnership of Bennington County, Bennington County Industrial Corporation, Southwestern Vermont Career Development Center, and Vermont Departmentof Labor.

Berkshire Ballroom Dancers

A ballroom dance, with a free basic Salsa lesson from 7 to 7:45 p.m., is offered on Saturday, March 21, at the Masonic Temple, 116 South Street, Pittsfield, Ma. The lesson will be followed by dancing from 7:45 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with music by D.J. David from Dancin’ Time. Admission: $13 each; $10 USA Dance members; and $5 for students. Light refreshments are available at no cost. For more information, call 413-684-1510.

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Deﬁne Dreams

The Courthouse in Salem N.Y. invites you to define your dreams and achieve your goals at the Dream Board Design Workshop on March 24, 6-8 p.m.. Donna Orlyk will guide you on this fun project. By designing your own personal dream board you will move your dream into manageable pieces. This 2 day workshop is $12 for members and $15 for nonmembers of the HSCPA and a $5 material fee. Call 518-854-7053 to register. ________________________________________________

Model Railroad Show

The Vermont Model Railroad Show will be held on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Champlain Valley Exposition, Vermont Route 15, Essex Junction, Vermont. This will be fun for kids and adults of all ages. You will see operating model trains, dealers and displays. Admission over 12, $5; ages 6-12, $1; under 6 years of age, no charge. There is plenty of free parking and food vendors on site. ________________________________________________

The Salem Rotary International Dinner

The Salem Rotary International dinner will be held on Thursday, March 19, from 5:00-6:30 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Salem. A wide variety of main dishes and great desserts from around the world! Take-out will be available. Cost is $10, adults; children 12 and under, $5. This dinner is to benefit the Rotary Student Foreign Exchange Program.

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Spring Equinox Celestial Celebration

Help us celebrate the first evening of spring, rain or shine, on Saturday, March 21, from 7:30-9 p.m., at the Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary. Join Ron Woodland, astronomer and adjunct astronomy professor, Elms College, and owner of Sky and Earth Science, for this special star party. Ron will demonstrate what the vernal equinox is all about. If viewing conditions permit, Sirius the Dog Star and the constellation of Orion the Hunter will be featured among the major winter constellations. Ron will demonstrate how to use a star chart and discuss celestial motion. Instructions and Directions: Dress for chilly conditions and bring binoculars if you have them. Hot cocoa will be provided. The fee is $6, adult members, $8, non-members; children members, $4, non-members, $6. Registration is required, unless otherwise noted. Berkshire Wildlife Sanctuaries /Massachusetts Audubon Society, 472 West Mountain Road, Lenox, MA 01240. For further information, call 413-637-0320; www.massaudubon.org. ________________________________________________

Chesterﬁeld Historical Society

The public is invited to join members of the Chesterfield Historical Society on Thursday, March 19 at their dinner meeting to be held at the Chesterfield Senior Center. Dinner seating will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 7:30. Program topic is Mountain Park, Holyoke, MA with speaker Jay Ducharme. The menu will include pot roast, boiled potatoes, carrots, rolls, dessert and a beverage. Cost of the dinner is $10 per person. Everyone attending the dinner must confirm reservations with �� Pete Banister, 413-296-4333 no later than Tuesday March 17. No reservation is required for those attending only the evening program. ____________________

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Ancient Roads in Pownal

On Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m. in the Solomon Wright Public Library in Pownal, Select Board member Steve Kauppi will discuss ancient roads in Pownal. Based on his experience with the Pownal Ancient Roads Committee, Kauppi will talk about the ancient roads they uncovered and interesting things that they learned in the process. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, call 802-823-0198. March 18, 2009

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St. Mary’s Academy girl’s basketball team with Coach Donna Cuddihy and Fr. James Clark, Pastor of Immaculate Conception Church.

St. Mary’s Academy Girls Finish 8 - 2

St. Mary’s Academy girls seventh and eighth grade basketball finished their season in exciting fashion by edging Sacred Heart of Bennington, Vermont, 31-29 on February 12. Captain Alice Hayden ended her St. Mary’s Academy career with a 13 point effort giving her 104 points for the season. Captains Anna Restino and Nicole St. Onge joined Alice, Grace Delurey, Mary Peters, Rachel Jones and Julia Baker in a ceremony before the game honoring their St. Mary’s careers. Completing the team are seventh graders Olivia Schneider and Ashley St. Onge. ________________________________________________

MVMC Receives Stratton Foundation Grant

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The nursing staff of Mountain Valley Medical Center received a new, state-of-the-art vital signs monitor purchased with funds received from the Stratton Foundation. “We are very grateful for the support received by the Stratton Foundation”, says Cyndi MacDonald R.N. “Their continued support allows us to purchase much needed medical equipment in helping our busy practice care for patients who walk through our doors.” The vitals signs monitor will be located at the nursing check in station and can be used in the exams rooms as well. MVMC is a nonprofit, community owned health center. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m.

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Wall Street got a black eye, Main Street is feeling the pain; citizens unite to take care of ourselves. If ever there was a time to grow our own food, it is now. Nancy Hand Higby will lead new and experienced gardeners in a discussion of growing vegetables, sustainably on Monday, March 23, 7 p.m., at the Historic Salem Courthouse. We will compare notes on our experiences: planning the garden; starting seedlings; preparing the soil; companion planting; herbs and edible flowers; composting; permaculture and pests. Bring your questions, your hopes and your dreams. Spring Is Here. Please call 518-854-7053 to register, and to participate in this very green discussion. Admission: pay what you will. ____________________

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Local Food Pantry Experiences Increased Demand

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Green Mountain Christian Center (GMCC) is pleased to provide an update on the success of its Food Pantry’s partnership with North Bennington’s Pangaea Restaurant. The “Eat Locally and Help Locally” Program currently supported by Pangaea’s “100 Days of Hope” has enabled the Food Pantry at 440 Main Street in Downtown Bennington to remain stocked throughout January and February.

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‘The Food Panty is open to anyone in need and the need in Bennington has always been great, however with the current financial stresses on families we have seen an increase in demand for assistance” according to Barbara Clayborn, Ministry Leader of Food for Thought. “In addition, since relocating the Church downtown on Main Street (the former Methodist Church) we are much more

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accessible to more people. As the word has gotten out about our new location, more people in need have found us. January and February 2009 has seen a 34% increase in the number of people served over the last quarter of 2008. It’s hard to say whether the increase is a result of the economy or our accessibility. In either case, we are so blessed to currently have the resources available to keep the shelves full.” The Scully’s invite other restaurants or businesses to contact GMCC at 447-7224 about participating in the “Eat Locally (or Shop Locally) and Help Locally” program. ____________________

National Wildlife Week

National Wildlife Week is March 16-20 and what better way to celebrate than to visit the Pember Museum of Natural History in Granville, NY. Come create an animal bookmark, touch real animal furs, do a museum search of awesome animals and learn about the world’s wildlife! Stop by anytime. The museum hours are TuesdayFriday 1:00-5:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. ____________________

Rabies Clinic

Rabies shots will be available on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to noon at the East Arlington Firehouse. Dr. Koch will be donating his time and will administer the shots. Fee for the vaccine is $12. All proceeds will benefit the sponsor, Second Chance Animal Center. Please have dogs on a leash and cats in carriers. March 18, 2009

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Rabies Vaccinations in North Bennington

Whitman’s Feed Store, Inc., is hosting a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, March 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is for dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in a carrier. Cost is $12 per vaccination. Please call for an appointment and clinic information at 442-2851. Veterinarian is Dr. Lee Delaney. Whitman’s is located on Route 67, North Bennington, Vermont. _____________________

Community Garden

Registration for participating in the Morgan Spring Community Garden will be held on Sunday, March 22, 2 to 5 p.m. The Garden is located at the Bennington Recreation Center, on the East side of the tennis courts. Plots are 10 feet by 20 feet. There is a fee, and financial assistance is available. Registration and an optional potluck will be held at 1001 East Main Street at the intersection of Burgess Road, 1.1mi. East of Bennington’s Four Corners. For more information, call Laraine Niles at 442-6064. _____________________

Green Mountain Club, Manchester

GMC Manchester invites you to join them for their last snowshoe hike of this winter season on Wednesday, March 25, to climb Okemo Mountain via the Healdville Trail. Contact Marge Fish at 824-3662 or marge. fish@gmail.com. March 18, 2009

Learn Pruning at Merck Forest

Fruit tree specialist Brandon Tschorn will give an overview of pruning techniques for fruit trees in the home garden with an emphasis on reclaiming wild apple trees on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Merck Forest. This is a hands-on workshop with Brandon demonstrating pruning techniques in Merck Forest’s orchard. If you would like to participate please bring pruning tools. Otherwise you may watch the demonstration. Other fruit trees will be discussed. Please dress for the weather; the workshop will be held outside. This workshop is suitable for ages 14 and up. For more information: info@merckforest.org,394-7836. Fee: $8/members; $10/nonmembers.

Environmental Reading Series

The Environmental Initiatives Committee of the First Congregational Church of Williamstown invites the public to the first in what they hope will be a series of environmental readings and discussions at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 20 in the Church Library. At this first meeting, they will be comparing two essays: one by Princeton scholar, Lynn White entitled, “The Historical Roots of Our Ecological Crisis.” The other is “The Gift of Good Land” by Kentucky farmer Wendell Berry. White asserts that the headwaters of our planet’s (Continued on page 16)

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Pet of the Week

Joezi is a large 6 year old female. She was brought to SCAC in 2007 when her owner could no longer care for her. Joezi is a sweet, affectionate girl who loves attention. She has an outgoing personality, loves to be held and cuddled and will make a wonderful companion. Joezi does need to be an only cat. She will need a food for urinary tract health. This can be purchased at your local grocery or pet food store. Joezi and other pets are available for adoption at Second Chance Animal Center, Route 7A, Shaftsbury, Vt. Call 375-2898 for further information.

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Also watch for …. LIVE Meetings, Bulletin Board & Special Programs Contact CAT-TV: 442-8868 - 625 Main St. www.catamountaccess.com

Continuing our publication geared toward our seniors in the community. Great editorial, great news, packed with information on local events and local people!

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Ongoing Programs at SVMC

You & Your Baby: SVMC Women’s & Children’s Services offers a variety of programs. Learn about hypnobirthing and other forms of childbirth preparation. Get baby-care expertise on nutrition, breastfeeding, safety, and more. To request a schedule, visit www.svhealthcare. org or call the registration line. Pre-registration required for all classes; call 800-286-8668 or 447-5277. The Birth Place Tour: SVMC maternity staff will take you on a tour of the unit, talk with you about what to expect when you get to the hospital, and discuss how you and your baby will be cared for throughout your stay. To arrange for a visit, call 447-5160. Free. Prepare for Surgery Heal Faster: What else can I do for myself prior to my surgery? Research shows improved recovery and reduced healing time for patients attending this class. Free. For more information call 440-4060. Diabetes Self-Management: Newly diagnosed with diabetes? Want to learn how to better manage your diabetes? We can help. Individual sessions available daily by appointment only. Group sessions two Tuesdays per month, 1:30–3:30 p.m. Insurance carriers, Medicare, and Medicaid cover sessions. Call for information: 447-5315. Quitting One-on-One: Trained smoking cessation counselors will help you create an individual program that will help you quit the tobacco habit. Free. Call Gwen, 447-5508.

Do you have chronic knee or hip pain? Have you thought about having that joint replaced? Rutland Regional’s Community Education & Wellness and Vermont Orthopaedic Clinic present an educational forum to explain the benefits of Computer Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery. Join us as Dr. Eric Marsh discusses this treatment for arthritis of the hip and knee and see a demonstration of computer assisted total knee replacement. Attend this program to see if joint replacement surgery is right for you. For more information, please call 772-2400 or visit www. rrmc.org

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New Strings Perform with Sage City Symphony

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Sage City Symphony, under the musical direction of Michael Finckel, is celebrating its 36th season of presenting public concerts in Greenwall Auditorium at Bennington College in Bennington, Vermont, and is inviting interested musicians to join for the final concert of the year. Founded by Louis Calabro, then a composer and professor at Bennington College, Sage City Symphony has maintained an uninterrupted presence in the musical life of the area, presenting four or five concerts each year. From its start, the orchestra has commissioned one or two new works each year from regional composers. These new works are premiered on one or more of the concerts, and are played along with traditional orchestral repertoire. As a community orchestra, Sage City Symphony welcomes new players, particularly violinists, violists, and cellists, who share a love for orchestral repertoire. Depending on repertoire chosen, there are often some openings for wind and brass players. Rehearsals are held at Bennington College on Sunday evenings from 6 to 8:45 p.m., and concerts are presented to the public on Sunday afternoons at four o’clock. Rehearsals have begun for the final concert of the season, which is scheduled for May 3 at 4:00 p.m. The program will feature the premiere performance of Concerto in Two Movements for Flute and Orchestra by Robert Singley, with Christine Lanza as soloist, and the richly romantic Symphony No. 2 by Rachmaninoff. Following the concert, the orchestra will hold a fund raising dinner. While auditions are not required in order to join the orchestra, musicians should be able to play moderately difficult music. Further information about joining Sage City Symphony may be obtained from the orchestra’s manager, Gail Smith, at 447-2149, or gailadgc@sover.net. Interested musicians can also access the symphony’s new web site: www. sagecitysymphony.org. ________________________________________________

Music and Art Cafe in Petersburgh, New York

The Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center will host Music & Art Café on Friday, March 20, 8-10 p.m. This month features “Post & Beam”, a trio on guitar, bass and drums. Dave Lively, Dave Banulis and Jeff McRae will play original and standard jazz compositions. Come listen, come to draw or come to savor the great desserts! Admission is $5 per person/$8 per couple/$12 per family.

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Oliver Twist in Arlington

Arlington Middle School students will present the musical version of Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist,” Tuesday, March 31, and Wednesday, April 1, at 7 p.m. in the Mack Performing Arts Center. A matinee show will be held Thursday, April 2, at 1 p.m. for Fisher Elementary students. All three performances are free and open to the public. One of Dickens’ most popular novels, “Oliver Twist” tells the story of a young orphan’s life in early-1800s London where violence, bullying and unsavory characters are at every turn. Play Director and Arlington Music and Choral Teacher Patti Cody notes that “Oliver” is a more serious production than those in the recent past. The production, written especially for middle school actors, includes 24 sixth, seventh and eighth grade Arlington students in the cast. The four main characters are portrayed as follows: Oliver Twist, Hailey Davis; Fagan, Hannah Poulette; Sykes, Duncan Gamble and Nancy, Amber Welch. Cody will be accompanied by Pianist Ashley Coulter. For more information about the performance, contact Cody at codyp@bvsu.org or 375-2589. _________________________________________________

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Choral Society presents “Requiem”

The Bennington County Choral Society will perform Mozart’s “Requiem” on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29 at Sacred Heart / Saint Francis Church on Main Street in Bennington. Mozart’s “Requiem,” his last work, remained unfinished at the time of his death. He had accepted a sizable commission from Count Walsegg for the piece, and felt obliged to work on it, even as his health was declining. At the time of his death, in December of 1791, only the first section, “Requiem aeternam” and the “Kyrie” fugue were complete. Mozart was able to sketch many more movements, but only to hint at the orchestration. After his death, Mozart’s widow Constanze was eager for the work to be finished so that it could be performed. She approached first Joseph Eybler, who worked at some of the details of orchestration, and then, Mozart’s student Franz Süssmeyer, who was able to complete the work. Süssmeyer had been close to Mozart during the last days and may very well have had instructions from the composer on just what was intended for many of the sections. The curious circumstances surrounding the commission of the work, its incomplete state at Mozart’s death, and the subsequent completion have given rise to many theories about the work and about Mozart’s death itself. The Bennington performance of the “Requiem” will feature four vocal soloists. Soprano Kerry Ryer-Parke; mezzo-soprano Frances Pallozzi Wittmann; Tenor Rand Reeves; and Keith Kibler, bass-baritone. The Bennington County Choral Society is an amateur organization dedicated to the fostering of fine choral music in our area. Singers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate in the preparation of the programs, and are welcome to join at the beginning of rehearsals for each of the programs. The performances, at Sacred Heart/St. Francis Church, will be at 8 p.m., on Sat., March 28, and at 3 p.m., on Sun., March 29. Sacred Heart/St. Francis is handicapped-accessible. Tickets, at $10, are available at the door, or in advance from any Choral Society member or at the Bennington Bookshop.

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Bennington Rotary is offering a spaghetti supper on Wednesday, March 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Elks Club, Washington Avenue, Bennington. Tickets are $7.50 for adults; $4 children 12 and under; no charge for children 3 and under. Tickets are available from Rotary members and at the door. You can eat-in or take-out. The proceeds from this supper will benefit the Memorial Park and Fountain Restoration Project, and sponsored by the Bennington Rotary Club. ________________________________________________

Afghan Exchange Student to Hold Book Discussion

Mustafa Ahmadzai, American Council Scholar from Kabul, Afghanistan and a junior at Mount Anthony Union High School �� will hold a book discussion for 10-14 year-olds at Bennington Free �� Library on April 9th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. The discussion will focus on �� Deborah Ellis’ trilogy set in Afghanistan, The Breadwinner, Parvana’s �� Journey, and Mud City. Mustafa will also share his experience growing �� up in Kabul. The Breadwinner is a powerful and realistic novel set in Kabul during the oppressive rule of the Taliban. 11-year-old Parvana lives with her family in one room of a bombed out apartment building. Her father is arrested for the crime of having a foreign education and the family is left without someone who can earn money or even shop for food. As conditions for the family grow desperate, only one solution emerges. Forbidden to earn money as a girl, Parvana must transform herself into a boy, and become the breadwinner. In Parvana’s Journey, 13-yearold Parvana, disguised as a boy, wanders alone through war-torn Afghanistan looking for her mother and siblings who had �� disappeared in the tumult of �� the Taliban takeover of Mazar�� e-Sharif. In Mud City, the third �� book in the Breadwinner Trilogy, �� orphan Afghan refugee Shauzia �� leaves the rough Pakistan bor�� der camp and joins other home�� less children on the streets of the �� city of Peshawar. Her dream, left �� from the time before the Taliban �� when she was still at school, is �� to reach the ocean and a place �� called France. Instead, disguised �� as a boy, she must beg and �� scrounge for food and find odd �� jobs. In the end, she returns to the �� refugee camp and to the tough �� camp leader, Mrs. Weera, whom �� Shauzia thought she hated. �� All three books are now avail�� able in the Children’s Room at �� Bennington Free Library. Preregistration for the book discussion is strongly recommended. ��

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Immigrant Center Recognized for Outstanding Service

The Berkshire Immigrant Center (BIC) was presented with an Outstanding Member Award by the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA) at its Annual Members Meeting on March 9 in Boston. The Center was selected from among 135 agencies for its consistently strong work to improve the lives of immigrants and refugees in the Commonwealth and for its dedication, involvement and advocacy efforts. Brooke Mead, BIC Program Manager, attended the meeting and accepted the award. Also in attendance were keynote speakers Judy Ann Bigby, MD, MA Secretary for Health and Human Services and Fitchburg Mayor Lisa Wong, as well as Secretary of State William Galvin and Richard Chacon, Executive Director of the Office for Immigrants and Refugees. “It means a great deal to us to be recognized by MIRA as we have been members since 1997 and have come to rely on their guidance, expertise, and support. MIRA advocates on behalf of our clients and keeps us current and focused on the issues that we need to collectively address to make the State and our nation a better and more welcoming place for our immigrants and refugees,” stated Mead. The Center provides citizenship assistance, immigration information, advocacy, referrals, and counseling to the growing immigrant communities in Berkshire County. The Center is located in the First Baptist Church at 88 South Street, Pittsfield. For more information about the Berkshire Immigrant Center, please call 413-445-4881 or email info@berkshireic.com.

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Are you wondering how much something is worth, or maybe what it actually did? On Saturday, March 21 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Bennington Museum will hold its Fourth Annual Appraisal Fair. Bring family heirlooms or the odd, quirky piece you always wanted to know about, and let an expert panel of art and antique appraisers explain and evaluate your items. Among the appraisers will be Charles Flint, of Charles L. Flint Antiques in Lenox, MA who has an impressive background and knowledge of antiques. Flint has performed appraisals and authentications for many museums, as well as private collectors and insurance companies. A member of the New England Appraisers Association, he has particular strengths in 17th to 19th century oil paintings, early furniture, revolutionary and civil war items, toys, dolls, games, paper and rare books, clocks and barometers, and numerous other areas. Norm Gronning, of Norm Gronning Antiques and Appraisals in Shaftsbury, VT, concentrates his business on buying and selling early decorative art objects along with American furniture, paintings and military items. Gronning specializes in authentic seventeenth, eighteenth, and early nineteenth century American furniture and Decorative Arts. Having been in the antique business for over 30 years, he is committed to the scholarship and connoisseurship of antique American furniture. Kevin Armstrong, of Armstrong Jewelers in Bennington, VT will be present to talk about that special piece of jewelry you would like appraised. He developed a passion for fine craftsmanship and jewels at an early age. Years of perfecting his technical abilities show in every

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piece of jewelry he creates. Armstrong does appraisals of estate and other jewelry from his shop on a regular basis. Clarke Comollo of Clarke Comollo Antiques & Appraisals in Manchester Center, VT comes from three generations dedicated to the antique and appraisal business. Working from an old school house, Comollo Antiques and Appraisals buys, sells, appraises and educates customers on antiques, art, and cultural artifacts. Also joining us will be Eric Nathan, of Nathan Auction & Real Estate in Manchester, VT. With over twenty two years experience in the antique and appraisal business, Nathan’s specialties include the evaluation of paintings and fine art; carpets, silver, furniture and decorative accessories. Come visit the Bennington Museum’s Fourth Annual Appraisal Fair, and maybe you will discover something valuable or unique! Appraisals are $5 per item, with a limit of 5 items. The Bennington Museum is located at 75 Main Street (Route 9), Bennington, in the Shires of Vermont. The museum is just a short ride from Manchester, Williamstown, and eastern New York. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the museum is closed on Wednesdays. Visit www.benningtonmuseum.org or call 447-1571 for more information about the museum.

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Girl Scouts Thinks Green

Hoosick Falls Girl Scout Troop #1313 is raising money with various fundraisers for an August 2009 trip to Washington, DC, but they aren’t forgetting about one part of the Girl Scout Law — “to make the world a better place, and to be a sister to every Girl Scout.” On Wednesday, March 4, Troop #1313 hosted a Decorate-Your-Own ‘Bootie’ Bag Workshop for about 25 Girl Scouts in fourth and fifth grade. As part of the workshop, each girl received a denim bag, made lovingly by Nancy Hickey from jeans donated by friends and family of Troop #1313, and then each girl decorated her bag with donated buttons, beads, gems, belts, scarves, fabric paints, and much more. Not only did all the girls have a fun, creative time, but they also learned how to take everyday items and make something beautiful – and useful!

(Environmental Reading, cont.) environmental degradation can be traced to the Judeo-Christian tradition. White’s essay can be found online at: http://www.zbi.ee/~kalevi/ lwhite.htm, and Berry’s essay can be found in the book, “The Art of the Commonplace.” The Williamstown Public Library has obtained several copies of this book; and photocopies of both essays and the books are available in the Church Office if you are unable to obtain them from the above sources. The First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, is located at 906 Main Street (Rt. 2) in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Parking is available in the lot behind the church, off of Chapin Hall Drive. The Church is fully handicap accessible. For more information call the Church Office at 413-458-4273 or e-mail Office@firstchurchwilliams town.org.

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