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Above: Skylar Dryden is offering Lottery Tickets available at the Bondville Fair ...details on page 5 Top right: This group of golfers from Northshire Day School would like to see you out on the greens...details on page 32 The ladies at the right have been very busy preparing for a humongous tag sale!... story on page 41

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OUR READERS’ LETTERS is limited information available, hence the belief they are mythical creatures. There is a reference on page 81: “One clergy’s diary from the 1790s reads that he “fears the local fairy colony is dying out”. One can find more information on the TAPS Web site. (This is The Atlantic Paranormal society a.k.a. The Ghost Hunters). On this site they discuss the existence of Nature Spirits and go into detail about Quantum Physics. There is also a reference to fairies in the book, “Phenomenon” by Sylvia Brown in which she describes a fairy she saw in

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I very much enjoyed Susan Coons’ column in Wednesday’s issue of the Vermont News Guide. I too love fairies and the movie, “A Fairy Tale”. However, there is much information available which actually documents the existence of fairies. I am referring to the book, “Simply Fairies”, by Ralph Harvey (available at Northshire Bookstore) in which he researches the fairy culture, history and involvement in Irish chronicles through court documents during the witch trials. Since the only written histories of the early times were by clergy or the courts, there

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My wife and I have been living in Manchester Village for over 19 years. We have been “low-key” folks, tending primarily to be responsible owners of the 1811 House Inn until it was sold two years ago. Further, I have been a member of the Manchester Village Planning Commission for almost 10 years and have been impressed with the dedication and fairness of its members. I now feel obliged to speak publicly about past and recent events regarding the functioning of the Village Board of Trustees. Last night (Monday, August 10) I attended the deferred portion of the Annual Meeting of the Village. Diana Olcott, a highly respected major supporter of the

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Ireland. But, all research aside, simply believing in fairies is enough to invite them into your life and to enjoy the magic they bring with them. To date, I have only seen one fairy, but I have seen the work of many. — Edie Jordan, East Arlington, Vermont

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OUR READERS’ LETTERS community, long time member of and current Chairwoman of the Village Planning Commission, read a personal statement. I implore the Village trustees, all very honorable men and women, to look carefully at the conduct of the Annual Meetings of recent years, and some of their recent actions. They are most troubling, may be at least marginally illegal, and are in some ways childish. This is not the kind of government worthy of the caliber of our leaders. Further, if Diana carries out her threat to leave the Planning Commission at this time, my resignation will not be far behind. Sincerely, — Bruce Duff, Manchester Village, Vermont

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I have just returned to Florida from my home in Bondville. I could not leave without expressing my sincere gratitude and appreciation for the excellent care and professionalism shown me last month during a medical emergency. Carol and I have been coming to Beaver Street since we purchased the half completed house in 1971. Our children grew up there each season and it has always been our second home. We have never needed any sort of medical attention before, but it sure was great that when I needed it, it was there. I was working in the garden and the pickax I was using slipped on a rock. I fell, hit my neck and head and became disoriented. Carol called 911. Winhall Police dispatcher, J.J., acted immediately and just a few minutes later Tom from the Winhall Police Department and EMT Kathy were looking into my face calming me. Within just a few more minutes, Judy and Peter Cobb, and a third memAugust 26, 2009

ber of the Londonderry Rescue were there with an ambulance. I was given oxygen and I.V. fluids and transported to Bennington and SVMC. After a battery of tests and two more saline drips, it turned out that I had a reaction to medication my doctor in Florida had prescribed and no further treatment was required. The speed and professionalism in an emergency shown by all concerned on that day was exceptional. My gratitude cannot be adequately expressed. Sincerely, — Alan Benjamin, Boca Raton, Florida

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Bravo Susan Coons! At last somebody has pointed out how un-American this ranting and raging over Health Care Reform has become. Shameful is a good word for the behavior seen on television. Where is respect for free speech and the opinions of others? Where is the thoughtful debate such an important issue should generate? Thank you for speaking out quietly, clearly and with commendable self-control. —Nancy Steinberg East Dorset, Vermont

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Wilder Memorial Library would like to express our gratitude to all of the members of our community who made our Book Sale on the Green a recordbreaking event. To all of you who collected and boxed your pre-read books, to the Vermont Country Store which generously provided our tent, the Weston Rod & Gun Club which lent us their tables, to our beloved cashier-for-life Dave Trask, and to all the volunteers who pitched in with their might and main to help us sort, setup, sell, and clean–up, our most

sincere thanks. We collected over 6,000 books and sold all but a few boxes. (If you feel that you might have missed something, and would like another look, the unsold books were donated to the Mark Skinner Library for their upcoming book sale.) Most of all, thank you to all of the wonderful book buyers who (Continued on page 4) ��

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Second Chance wishes to extend its congratulations to Howie, the Catahoula Leopard Dog, on being named Director of Customer Service at Village Picture Shows Cinema. We think it is wonderful that canines are now breaking through the glass ceiling just as women did a number of years ago. And yes, felines too! — Karen Russo, SCAC, Shaftsbury, Vermont

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READERS’ LETTERS (Letters, cont.) came to the Green and carried away words of wisdom, humor, suspense, history, good eating, better gardening, and much, much more. We hope you enjoy what you bought. The proceeds of the sale will be used to help repair the Library’s chimney, ensuring that our small, fuel-efficient, book treasury will be snug and warm this winter. Please visit the library soon! Remember that, in addition to adult fiction, including all of the latest best sellers, the Wilder Library includes the Jeremy Orton Children’s Room with books for all not-yet-adults. We also have a collection of recent, classic, foreign, and children’s movies on DVDs and video. Please stop in and check one out. Rentals are at no charge, for one week. And remember, it is not too early to start saving books for next year’s sale. Happy reading! — Marguerite Mason, Weston, Vermont

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I’m glad to report that this event, associated with the reopening after restoration of the one-room Braintree Schoolhouse on Route 153 in West Pawlet, and featuring a presentation by Greg Colm, a historic preservation specialist of Poultney, Vermont, who handled much of the work, was a great success. The day also brought the raffle drawing for a fine butternut shaker table made and donated by trustee Gregg Gawlik. We were happy to see the winner be a local resident, even if only part time. On behalf of the Pawlett Historical Society I would like to thank not

only Greg, who with his fellow guitarist Yaba, also gave us music, but the many others who contributed to the success of the picnic. These included Rod Hawkins who brought the amplification system and Bill Jordan who provided a generator, which equipment greatly enhanced the audio elements of the program. We further thank Bill Miller who gave us a magic show, the West Pawlet Fire Department crew who provided a very welcome tent and Ron Taylor who barbecued hot dogs along with Bill McKenzie of the Pawlet Fire Department. Finally thanks to all the society members and other visitors who contributed to the potluck picnic. Sincerely, — Steve Williams, Pawlett Historical Society President _________________________________________________

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Army Staff Sgt. James M. Spangler has been inducted into the Sgt. Audie L. Murphy Club, a club formed in 1986 in honor of the Army’s World War II most decorated combat soldier, Audie Leon Murphy. The elite organization is composed of noncommissioned officers who have demonstrated their inherent leadership qualities and abilities, military knowledge and skills, and courage in performance of assigned duties and responsibilities as characterized by Sergeant Murphy. Inductees must be sponsored by their first sergeant and recommended by their unit commander. The candidates are reviewed and evaluated by a high ranking selection board who question, test, and score soldiers on their level of knowledge in a range of subjects that warrant induc-

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tion. Of the few inductees who are recommended, a very low percentage are selected as qualified members. Inductees receive the Audie L. Murphy medallion in recognition of their accomplishment. Spangler, a military police specialist and drill sergeant with eight years of military service, is assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment at Fort Benning, Columbus, GA. He is the son of Wayne L. and Patricia D. Spangler of Shetland Road, Granby, MO. His wife, Tabitha, is the daughter of William E. Hathaway of S. Stream Road, Bennington, VT. The staff sergeant is a 2001 graduate of East Newton High School, Granby.

Manchester Go-Getters The Manchester Go-Getters invite all area seniors to a luncheon on Wednesday, September 2, at noon at the Christ Our Savior Catholic Church Hall. The suggested cost of the meal is $3.50 per person. Please call Mary Miner at 362-2525 for reservations and cancellations to enable an accurate lunch count. A tea cup auction will follow the luncheon. Please have your donations there by 11:45 a.m. A reminder to everyone about the September 23 trip to the Log Cabin in Holyoke, Massachusetts for lunch. A Las Vegas style show will follow the lunch. The bus will leave from St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Manchester at 9:15 a.m. All seniors are invited. Please call Mary Miner for reservations at 362-2525.

Maj. Gen. Joseph J. Taluto, The Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership. Brett Thomas from Hoosick Falls, NY (postal code 12090) and serving with Joint Forces Headquarters is promoted to the rank of Specialist. Army National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability, and development potential. These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Soldiers and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Soldiers for a career in the New York Army National Guard. �� For more information about the �� New York Army National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.state.us or �� www1800goguard.com. ____________________

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Bondville Fair

The 2009 Bondville Fair is coming! Fair dates are August 28, 29 and 30. You can help support the Bondville Fair by purchasing a lottery ticket with the grand prize of a 2009 366 4 x 4 Arctic Cat, supplied by Brown Enterprises, Inc. If the grand prize winner is at the drawing, the winner will receive a $250 gift certificate. Lottery tickets are $20 each and only 500 tickets will be sold. Second prize is a $500 cash award; third prize, $250 cash award; fourth through eighth prize, $50 cash award. To purchase your tickets, please call Capen at 297-0241; Dan at 2973641; or Trevor at 379-0000. August 26, 2009

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vast. But still so much of it all!! I usually pick something up — eyeliner, nail polish, blush — but I’m not a makeup person. I’ve said before, I have better things to do than spend hours in front of a mirror. I’m moving away from wearing makeup every day. During the summer I’m dark enough that I really don’t think I need it, unless I’m going out in the evening. Eye makeup is the only thing I’ve been wearing to work, and I’m trying to stop that. My reason? When I was young, I thought it was shaky hands that controlled the eyeliner that seemed to be so erratically drawn on little old

— Susan J. Coons ...makeup... Do any of you remember an old, frequently repeated skit on the Milton Berle Show where he said the word “makeup” and a little guy in a beret and wearing a cape would run on stage and smack Berle in the face with an over-size powder puff? Just thought I’d ask. I think it was Milton Berle. Speaking of makeup... My daughter and I found Sephora in NYC a few years ago, and now they have a store in Colonie Center. I find it overwhelming! Price ranges are from low to high and the selection is

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ladies. I realize that isn’t necessarily so. Now that I’m one of those little (well, not so little) old ladies (lady?) I realize that there are other circumstances creating unruly liner. There is more flesh in the aging eyelid, and it comes with its own pound of wrinkles. It has to be pulled out to the side a bit in order for you to make a straight line with the eyeliner. Even if you can manage a straight line, all the wrinkles snap back into place when you let go. There’s that bumpy line! If you are farsighted, as I am, and wear glasses, you will face another problem. Okay, you’re holding the eyelid, and trying to draw the line. Not only do you have to master the art of drawing the line straight, you can only do this with your glasses off, making it difficult to see what you’re doing. In order to avoid the “wrinkled eyeliner syndrome”, I’m trying to let my friends, coworkers and public get used to seeing me without makeup. I know my vanity will eventually creep into the picture. I don’t know how long I can keep this up. A coworker said to me one day a couple of weeks ago, “You look so good today! You’re wearing a little makeup, aren’t you?” Yes, I was. Ah, well... At least she didn’t ask me what those little dark tracks were on my eyelids!

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Suggested donation of $3.00 per meal For reservation or cancellation in Bennington: 442-8012 Manchester: 362-3714 Wednesday, August 26 Hearty Beef Stew, Red Cabbage, Biscuit, Fresh Fruit in Season, and Milk. Thursday, August 27 Veal Dijon, Baked Potato, Tossed Salad, Garlic Bread, Fruit Parfait, and Milk. Friday, August 28 Mandarin Steak Salad, Macaroni Salad, Pickled Beets, Bread, Pineapple and Milk. Monday, August 31 Tuna Casserole, Prince Edward Veggies, Cabbage and Carrots, Green Salad, Brownie and Milk. Tuesday, September 1 BBQ Chicken, Pasta Salad, Coleslaw, Peach Cobbler, and Milk. ____________________

Helpful DVD Available

Mark Skinner Library now has a very helpful new DVD in its lending library from the statewide “Button Up” campaign. This DVD shows in a clear manner how homeowners can make simple improvements that will increase energy efficiency and save money. ____________________

American Legion Meeting

The Hoosick Falls American Legion Auxillary Unit 40 will hold its September meeting on September 3, at the Post on Main Street. Refreshments at 6 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. ��

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Learn How to Live Green at LIVE GREEN

Everyone knows it’s important to “live green.” But most of us aren’t quite sure how to do it. That’s the driving force behind Live Green, an all-day energy efficiency and sustainable living expo set for Saturday, September 5 (Labor Day weekend) in Manchester Center. The second annual community event is an information and education symposium for adults and children, with more than 50 vendors and six non-stop hours of classes, workshops and demonstrations covering 30 relevant topics. The expo runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., followed by six hours of live music by bands with a local connection. “Live Green is a one-stop information shop,” says event chair Nancy McNally. A special panel discussion (see below) will offer tips on how to

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finance alternative energy projects. All day, vendors will offer information on everything from green construction and energy audits to solar power, recycling and much more. Kids can learn how to keep bees, cast a fly rod, and make music on instruments made out of recycled materials with Don “The Junkman” Knaack, the award-winning percussionist. (For information on Live Green children’s programs, including the 5 p.m. “Junk Jam,” go to www. rileyrink.com or keep your eye on the local papers). There’s also an Eco Marketplace where you can shop for environmentally friendly products, plus tasty food and a beer and wine tent. But it’s the day-long adult programming that sends the most powerful message. “The booths and workshops are the heart of this event,” says Riley Rink executive director Susan Marmer. “Our goal is to offer, in one place, in one day-an entertaining and inspirational way for people to get up-to-date information, educate themselves and learn how to live a more environmentally friendly life. Finding this information on your own can be confusing and intimidating, yet many of these lifestyle changes are easy, affordable and well worth the initial investment of time and money.” Each session lasts about an hour, and you can choose among five topics during each time slot. The main event is “Where’s the Money? Financial Incentives for Green Projects,” a panel discussion that starts at 11:45 a.m. During this forum, business and financial leaders and local, state and federal elected officials will offer information and answer questions about how to finance alternative energy and other green projects. Thomas and Jamie Hand of Hand Energy Services and Ted Taylor and Jeff Staab, owners of Energy Wise Homes, will demonstrate how they conduct a home energy audit, the first and most important step in evaluating a building’s energy use. Throughout the day on-site demos of blower door and infrared analysis will be conducted at a house on Riley Rink at Hunter Park’s property. A Live Green bus will be available to shuttle attendees to the house. Another hot topic: How to build, renovate or retrofit a building to save energy and money. Keith Abbott of Thermal House will discuss the nuts and bolts of building retrofits. During other sessions, experts will outline alternative energy ideas, from using solar power to heat your home and water, to residential wind turbines and “ground-source” heating systems. Architect Ramsay Gourd will also lead a discussion on affordable manufactured and custom “green homes.” Throughout the day, other workshops will cover such wide-ranging topics as sustainable outdoor landscaping (Alan Benoit, Sustainable Design), the importance of supporting your local economy (Chris Morrow, Northshire Bookstore), recycling and composting (Joe Soulia, Casella Waste Management), plus gardening, seed banks, invasive plants, herbal medicine and more. Held at Riley Rink, the popular event is expected to draw more than 1,200 people. It’s also a fundraiser for Riley Rink, a nonprofit community recreation and event facility with affordable year-round programs for children and adults. Live Green 2009 is scheduled for Saturday, September 5 at Riley Rink at Hunter Park, rain or shine. The expo runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and live music starts at 5. A $10 ticket includes all-day admission to the information booths, workshops, activities and the evening music. For information, including a detailed description and schedule of adult workshops, kids’ activities and live music, go to www.rileyrink.com and click on the “Live Green” button. You can also call Susan Marmer at Riley Rink 802-362-0150.

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The Brandon Town Players will hold auditions for their Annual Murder Mystery Comedy Dinner Theater on September 1st, 2nd and 3rd at 6:30 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of the First Congregational Church of Brandon. There are roles for 10 adults, 1 teen and various entertainers, i.e., singers, dancers, jugglers, ventriloquists, etc. Performances will be held at the South Station Restaurant in Rutland on November 6 and 7. Rehearsal schedule will be determined after auditions and mutual availability of the selected cast. For more information contact director Kathy Mathis at 247-6720 or katmathis@gmail. com.

Playgroup is Back! Fall is upon us and Success By Six and the Mettawee Community School would like to announce that our community playgroup will be beginning on Friday, September 11th from 9:30-11 a.m. Playgroup will be held in the art room at the Mettawee Community School. Playgroups are offered free to children 0-5 years of age and their parents and caregivers. They meet weekly during the school year, following the Mettawee Community School calendar and snow days. All families are welcome to attend at their convenience; regular attendance is not required. There is no need to pre-register and no fee to attend — just come and have fun! The playgroup offers guidance from a professional facilitator, free play, projects, snack, story and song time. It is a great place for young children to meet and interact with others, and start learning and practicing age-appropriate social skills. Parents and caregivers also get a chance to meet others and share ideas and concerns. Parents are asked to supervise their children at all times, assist them with crafts and snacks, take turns signing up to bring snack and juice, and help model good listening and participating behavior during story and song time. We encourage parents and children to bring craft ideas as well as share books and theme ideas. For more information about this playgroup or others in Bennington County, call Heidi Hammell at 645-9051 or the Mettawee Community School at802-645-9009.

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Pawlet’s Club 2011 invites vendors to participate in it’s “Homegrown and Handmade Festival” to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, September 27 in Edie Mach’s Field adjacent to the millpond in Pawlet, at the junction of VT Routes 30 and 133. �� A 10 by 10 booth space is available for $10, and the festival’s sponsors �� welcome artists, craft persons, gardeners, foods and cheesemakers, Our Newest Exclusive in Londonderry and Londonderry – Log Cottage groups with products, services and information to present. � � �� A variety of activities for the entire family are planned throughout the day, highlighted at 2 p.m. by a foot-stomping concert by “The Fiddler” Dick Solberg. “The Fiddler” has been playing old-timey, blue�� grass, Celtic and Cajun music for 30 years�� in�� the States, the Caribbean, �� the Edinburgh Festival in Scotland, on the Great Wall of China, the �� American University in Cairo, and has recorded seven CDs and a Peru – Post & Beam Colonial Londonderry – Sherwood Forest DVD. � � �� Homegrown and Handmade Festival proceeds will benefit Club �� 2011, a group of Pawlet, West Pawlet and North Pawlet neighbors who are planning activities for Pawlet’s 250th birthday in 2011 and for completing Pawlet Town Hall Renovations. �� For further information call Judy Coolidge, Event Chair, at 802-325�� 3073, or e-mail her at judycool049@hotmail.com.

As its student body grows - there’s now a waiting list for 2010/11 middle school grades - so grows the faculty at�� The Mountain School �� at Winhall. Four newly hired teachers - Hilary French, Kate Muir, �� Greenough Nowakowski and Jon Wilson - will take to theFarmhouse classrooms South Londonderry – 25 Acres come opening day, September 9. “The Mountain School is committed to providing a creative, personalized education to each of our children,” said Head of School, Daren Houck. “Mountain School parents have high expectations, and so they �� should. One key to meeting those expectations is maintaining a high �� teacher-to-student ratio, and we were very fortunate to attract four �� Londonderry – Middletown Rd.– 15.3 Acres teachers of this caliber.” Hilary French will teach pre-K/Kindergarten. Mrs. French was most recently the early childhood special educator at the Wallingford Elementary School in Wallingford, Vermont. Her previous position was as the language development teacher for pre-K through sixth grade �� students at Canaan Schools in Canaan, Vermont. �� Language Arts teacher Kate Muir will team-teach�� grades 7/8 science Fineline 2007 Home – So. Londonderry Landgrove – “The River House” and social studies classes with Jon Wilson. As a New York City Teaching �� Fellow, Ms. Muir taught for two years in the East New York section of �� Brooklyn and one year in Coney Island. �� Greenough Nowakowski joins the faculty as The Mountain School’s �� new pre-K-8 Spanish teacher. A graduate of the University of Vermont �� and the Upper Valley Educators Institute, Ms. Nowakowski has taught �� Spanish in area K-12 schools for the past four years. Londonderry – Grand Views! Landgrove – Brook Winhall – Moose Hollow Road Jon Wilson will teach classes 7/8. A former Massachusetts Legislative Aid and public radio reporter �� and the son of MEMS Principal, �� Jackie Wilson, and Manchester’s �� state representative, Jeff Wilson �� Mr. Wilson taught for the past two Londonderry – Contemporary Weston – Village Home Londonderry - Borders the Flood Brook years at Burr and Burton Academy �� in Manchester. The Mountain School at Winhall, on Route 30, in Bondville, is a state �� approved Pre-K-8 independent �� day school located in Bondville, Our Newest Exclusive in Londonderry Londonderry – Log Cottage South Londonderry Farmhouse – 25 Acres Vermont. For more information on �� the school or any of its programs, �� please call the office at 297-2662, or �� visit online at www.themountain�� school.org. ��

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Poultney Food Shelf Now Offers Manufacturer’s Coupons A new “free manufacturer’s coupons” program is now available to everyone through the Poultney Food Shelf, the idea envisioned by, created by and managed by volunteers of the Food Shelf from throughout the community. The manufacturers coupons are free to anyone and everyone. One is welcome to take coupons they can use or to drop off coupons you don’t use but someone else could. It is a village drop spot where one can recycle the coupons for the benefit of everyone. Kathy Hutson at Poultney Food Shelf said that two boxes are located near the entrance doors of the Food Shelf in the Stonebridge lobby area near the Chamber of Commerce desk. One box is for food-stuff coupons and one for non food-stuff coupons.

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The volunteers will appreciate receipt of clipped coupons when possible and please check the expiration dates on the coupons. Poultney Food Shelf is open Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m., by appointment and by emergency. Phone: 802-287-9558. The Food Shelf lobby area and the Chamber of Commerce are currently open Monday through Sundays when the “open” sign is up on the Stonebridge porch. Most weekdays it opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 2 p.m. and weekends it opens at 11 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m.. The Town of Poultney’s Stonebridge, Beaman Street, Poultney, Vermont is the beautiful historic white house overlooking the intersection of Routes 30 and 140 with Main, East Main and Grove Streets in Poultney village. The volunteers for Poultney Food Shelf and its manufacturer’s coupon program is constantly growing and includes many such as: Poultney Chamber of Commerce; Shakespeare on Main Street; Brass Butterfly; Cartref Taid (R) (Grandfather’s House); Williams Hardware, Inc.; Nina in Vermont Business Consulting; William D. Corbin Enterprises; WRC Home Remodeling; Welsh-American Genealogical Society; Peter Woelfel, carpenter; as well as many area church friends; environmental friends; Senior friends; college student friends; high school friends; elementary school friends; area business friends; St. David’s Society friends; friends from the many area service and social clubs — and the list keeps growing, and growing. We hope you can recycle and be a volunteer of Poultney Food Shelf by clipping and dropping off coupons for others to use. _________________________________________________

Scarecrows at Equinox Terrace

Honoring the tradition that scarecrows wear discarded raggedy clothing, Terrace residents assemble miniature scarecrows based on paint paddles. Their garments are made from patches and scraps, many clipped from an old red shirt (we won’t say whose, out of consideration for its original owner). Tufts of hay for arms and legs complete the authentic scarecrow look. 14

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Beyond Astrology at Green Mountain Academy

Story Hour is Back!

Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning presents “Beyond Astrology: The Psychology and Practice of Looking at Stars” with Cathy Walker. This 4-week course will take place on Thursdays, September 10, 17, 24 and October 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., in the library at Long Trail School in Dorset, Vermont. Traditionally astrology was used as a predictive tool, delineating one’s fate or the timing of events. Once regarded as a science by the Greeks, it lost its status during the scientific revolution. Today astrology is used as a map of human psychology. It contains profound insight into the hows and whys of personal dynamics and life experiences. Beginning about 80 years ago, Carl Jung and his contemporaries revived the ancient art of astrology with a fresh pallette of understanding gleaned from the emerging field of psychology. This renaissance continues today, incorporating 21st century knowledge with millennia of observational wisdom, making astrology a contemporary tool of celestial wisdom. This 4-week introduction to astrology is designed to give you a fundamental understanding of the structure of a horoscope and the art of its interpretation. We’ll study the houses, signs, and planets, their archetypes and meanings, as well as the geometry of their movements, so that you will be able to read and translate the symbols of a chart into meaningful insights. The class will also look briefly at the long and rich history of astrology. Students will receive a copy of their natal chart and by studying their own charts gain greater awareness of their dynamics. This class will be fun and informative, and is suitable for the curious, the novice and intermediate astrologer. Cathy Walker has been studying and practicing astrology for 23 years. She has been trained in modern psychology based astrology. She brings her experience as an astrologer and energy healer to the understanding of the human heart and mind. She graduated from the Barbara Brennan School of Healing in 2004 and practices her arts at Circle of Healing in Pawlet, Vermont. The registration fee for the 4-week course is $80. For more information and to register, please visit www.greenmtnacademy.org, or call Renee Bornstein at 802362-1199. _____________________

The Pawlet Public Library is pleased to announce that their story hour for children birth and up will be beginning Tuesday, September 8. Come visit with friends and pick out books from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Stories, nut-free snacks, songs, poems and crafts begin at 10 a.m. Explore the library, check out our great children’s room and pick up a story hour schedule. Parents are asked to supervise their children during story hour and help model good listening and participating behavior. Listening to stories fosters an enthusiasm for reading and lifelong learning. Exciting things are always going on at the Pawlet Public Library! For more information call the library at 802-325-3123. Story hour is free and open to the public.

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New Lincoln Exhibit Opens to the Public in September

On Saturday, September 5, a new exhibit opens to the public at The Lincoln Family Home at Hildene. “The American Ideal: Abraham Lincoln and the Second Inaugural” is set within the context of Lincoln’s Second Inaugural, which harkens back to the then radical beliefs first enunciated in the Declaration of Independence. Visitors will learn how the Civil War and President Lincoln helped bring life and meaning to the promise of the American Ideal of equality, justice and opportunity for all. The exhibit incorporates text from the speech, considered to be one of the president’s greatest, and artifacts from the collections of Hildene and Brown University’s John Hay Library, one of the five great Lincoln collections. The two institutions recently formalized their partnership with a Memorandum of Understanding and the formation of the Hildene-Brown Collaborative. When it comes to discussing the significance of the exhibit, Hildene Executive Director Seth Bongartz readily states his belief that, “Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address is not only the finest Presidential speech in American history, it may be the finest piece of writing ever produced by any American in any genre. If we are able, with the aid of relevant artifacts, to reintroduce our guests to the meaning of the Second Inaugural and the ideals Lincoln sets forth for the country, we will have accomplished something important.” The Lincoln Family Home at Hildene is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission, which includes the exhibit, is $12.50 for adults, $5 for youth 6-14, children under 6, Hildene members and volunteers are free. For more information on Hildene, visit www.hildene.org, call 802362-1788 or email info@hildene.org. ________________________________________________

David Claggett to Speak on ‘The Artistry of the Tinsmith’

David Claggett, resident tinsmith at Weston’s Old Mill Museum, will give a seminar on Saturday, August 29, describing and demonstrating his craft, from 1 to 4 p.m. The presentation will take place at Dave’s shop, within the museum. Dave will begin with an informal talk on the history of tinsmithing; who were the early tinsmiths, how did they work and what tools did they use. He will demonstrate many of their techniques, which, in fact, have changed little over the years. Following the talk, there will be an extended Q&A. Dave encourages attendees to bring antique tinware they may have; he will describe how and when it was made and what it might be worth, in the manner of the Antiques Road Show. David Claggett is a Master Tinsmith who has practiced and perfected his art over a 40 year period. His works are prized and can be found at Williamsburg, Winterthur, and at Weston’s own Farrar-Mansur House Museum. Dave repairs as well as constructs artistic tinware, repairs antique clocks and is a collector of early lighting implements. Don’ t miss this chance to learn from a true expert. The Old Mill Museum is located on the west side of Route 100, just north of the Village Green (Farrar Park). 16

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Thanks from the Manchester Music Festival

As we look back at our 2009 Summer Season, which entailed weeks of lessons and rehearsals, six Young Artists Concerts, seven Professional Concerts, and innumerable appearances around town, the Manchester Music Festival can report that it had one of the best Summer Seasons in its thirty-five-year history of providing classical music to this community. On behalf of our Board of Directors, the Advisory Council, Artistic Director Ariel Rudiakov and the MMF Staff, we thank everyone who attended a performance. Our audiences are our life-blood: you listen to us, you support us and you tell us what you think. Your reactions to this summer’s performances have been overwhelmingly positive. Many volunteers in many different capacities have helped to make these musical events memorable and they are recognized here with our heartfelt gratitude. At each Thursday night concert in the Arkell Pavillion, volunteers donated two elegant floral arrangements for the stage, enhancing the beauty of the music. Those talented designers were Diana Bickford, Diana Talcott, Jane Childs, David Lawrence of Village Florist, Julane Irvin-Ware of Flowers Flowers, and Susan Robinson. The gracious ushers who guided you to your seats and provided programs were Maureen Chaffee, Barbara Clune, Maureen Cronin, Bob Davidson, Phyllis Dickie, Mary Hart, Eileen Mann and Kathy Penge (and ruth harvie if she could have attended). Refreshments at intermissions were organized by Harry Lee. Program notes for each performance were researched and written by Derek Boothby. On Monday nights at the Young Artists Concerts, there were also lovely florals on the stage arranged by the following individuals: Barbara Powers, Phyllis Lee, Connie Ferguson, Anna Mundigo and Sylvia Stroup. Cookies and drinks on these evenings were contributed by Joan Guryan, Heidi and David Luxner, Tina Long, Roger Squire, Liz Wheaton-Smith, Pat DuPree, Marilyn Hand, Shirley Thompson, Ellie Dyett, Axel Mundigo, Kathie Peltz, Marcia Holland, Mary Hart and Clarissa Lennox. Thank you and well done to all of you wonderful people who understand how much classical music enhances our lives. And to our enthusiastic audiences and our committed volunteers, we’ll look for you during our fall and winter concerts in Manchester. — Axel Mundigo, MMF President, and Sally Westphalen, MMF Summer Concerts Coordinator

CULINARY CLASSES sponsored by Vermont Kitchen Supply COOKING IN SEASON�� Mariah Macfarlane, personal chef and caterer Wednesday, September 2 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm Macfarlane Residence, Manchester

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AUTUMN OPULENCE Chef Justin Dain of The Reluctant Panther Monday, October 5 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm Peck Residence, Manchester

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THE ART OF CAKE DECORATING Sarah Porter, pastry chef Wednesday, October 21 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm Poncé, Manchester

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This fun evening will teach you basic cake decorating techniques so that you will be able to create your own celebration cakes.

EASY AS APPLE PIE Gloria Palmer, pie aficionado Saturday, November 14 from 2:00 to 4:30 pm Austin Residence, Manchester

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FABULOUS FRENCH FARE Chef Michel Baumann of The Chantecleer Sunday, December 6 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm Chantecleer Restaurant, East Dorset

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History Lecture Series III at the Courthouse in Salem, New York

The Courthouse Community Center in Salem in association with the Village of Salem Historian, Al Cormier, is pleased to once again offer its History Lecture Series on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. during the month �� of September. The series will begin on Thursday, September 10, with a lecture pro�� vided by Mark Jodoin. A resident of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Mark �� will speak about his current book, “Shadow Soldiers of the American Revolution – Loyalist Tales from New York to Canada”. To quote from Shadow Soldiers’ foreword, by Ambassador David Wilkins, former U.S. Ambassador to Canada, “Mr. Jodoin casts light on many British �� Americans who fought with valor and honor equal to American Patriots but have remained, for many, in the shadows of North American history.” On Thursday, September 17, Al Cormier will offer a lecture entitled “How Salem Survived �� the Great Depression”. A dedi�� cated historian and chronicler of �� what has come before, Al will review life in Salem during the �� Depression years, 1929-1939, �� including a reminiscence about �� his own family life during that �� time. �� The final lecture of the series on Thursday, September 24th, will be presented by area resident, Sally Brillon. Sally will speak about a subject very close to her heart – the Wilson Homestead. Her historic salt-box style home, constructed in 1786, provides the setting for insight into 18th century life. Sally, a former Washington County Historian, has offered open-hearth cooking classes at her home and is skilled in the earliest form of cooking. As with other lectures in the past, there will be no charge for admission. Donations are always gladly accepted and �� help offset operational costs. To �� reserve a seat, please contact the Courthouse Community Center or visit the Web site at www. �� salemcourthouse.com. ��

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Opera Theatre of Weston Receives Grants

Opera Theatre of Weston (OTW) recently received two separate grants from the Vermont Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts in support of its eleventh annual “Opera for Kids Community Youth Programs”. The two grants, totalling $7,300 will help to support OTW’s school outreach performances of “The Little Prince”; “Storybook Opera Project” with Vermont teaching artist/choreographer Ashley Hensel-Browning in an educational fall touring program; and OTW’s “Young Apprentice Singers Program”. According to OTW Educational Director and CoArtistic Director, Lise Messier, “every year teachers tell us that OTW’s “Opera for Kids” programs have become an important extension of their music educational programs in shaping young, artistic minds. Elementary, middle and high school students say that when they grow up “they’d like to be in an opera!” Opera Theatre of Weston, a professional company member of OPERA America, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization supported in part by grants from the Vermont Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; the Vermont Humanities Council, Stratton Foundation, the Vermont Country Store, Sinex Education Fund, and the Horowitz Foundation. For further information about the School Outreach Program and OTW’s performances of “The Little Prince”, contact OTW at 802-824-3821 or by email at otw@sover.net. August 26, 2009

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Patten Oil Donates $4000 to VT-NH Race for the Cure

Patten Oil Company’s Tonya Hutchinson, left, presents a check for $4000, the proceeds of Patten’s “Fueling a Cure” program to help find a cure for breast cancer, to Becky Burke, Pam Nemlich and Jill Smith of the VT-NH Komen Race for the Cure.

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Former Gov. Howard Dean to Speak on Health Care Reform

Channel 15/Community Programming* All Times a.m./p.m. 1:00 F-M Roman Catholic Mass -& Journey 3:00 All Jerry Tyler Country Music 4:00 All Girls Night Out! with Toney Lee 5:00 All Pets of the Week from Second Chance Animal Shelter 6:00 All Kaleidoscope, the GNAT-TV Community Showcase 7:00 All Q & A Live with Bob Stannard 8:00 All Girls’ Night Out! with Toney Lee 9:00 F-M The Bible & You with Lawrence Zupan 10:00 All The Good News Show with Salley Gibney 11:00 All Vermont Forests with Claude Dern, Bruin de Bear 12:00 All Kaleidoscope, the GNAT-TV Community Showcase Channel 16/Educational & Arts Programming* All Times a.m./p.m. 1:00 All First Baptist Church of Manchester Church Service 2:00 All Manchester School Board Meeeting 5:00 All Kritters in the Kitchen 5:30 All What’s Cookin’? with Hannah 6:00 All Exercise Hour: Stillness in Motion with Rich Marantz; Body by Al with Allison Lewis 8:00 All The Collaborative — Prevention Works! 12:00 All Exercise Hour: Stillness in Motion with Rich Marantz; Body by Al with Allison Lewis Channel 17/Government Programming** All Times a.m./p.m. 5:00 T-TH Arlington Select Board Meeting 6:00 F-M Gov. Douglas Press Conference (when available) 7:00 F-M Sen. Bernie Sanders Press Conference (when available) 7:00 T-TH Dorset Select Board Meeting 9:00 T-TH Manchester Select Board Meeting 12:00 F-M Gov. Douglas Press Conference (when available) *Community Bulletin Board shown between all programming ** Classic Arts Showcase shown between all programming Contact GNAT-TV at 802-362-7070; gnat-tv@comcast.net or visit the website at www.gnat-tv.org

The public is invited to a speech by former Vermont Governor Howard Dean on Sunday, August 30, at 5 p.m. Governor Dean will be speaking at Rutland’s Main Street Park bandstand introduced by Thomas Huebner, President of Rutland Regional Medical Center. Dean will be promoting his ambitious recommendations for national health care reform, which call for a public health insurance option and a grassroots campaign to push this agenda in Congress. He will be sharing ideas from his recently published book, Howard Dean’s “Prescription for Real Healthcare Reform”. This is a rare opportunity to hear Gov. Dean, who is in great demand on the national stage, in an open forum in Rutland. The speech is sponsored by the Rutland County and Rutland City Democratic Committees. All are welcome to attend this free event. _________________________________________________

Tinmouth Book Sale

The Tinmouth Public Library will hold its annual book sale on Saturday, August 29, from 8 a.m. to noon. There are a large number of hardcover and paperback books available for both children and adults at very reasonable prices. Selections include fiction and non-fiction, as well as old books and new ones. There are a huge variety of books available, including cookbooks, gardening books, books on tape, and VCR tapes. The book sale will be held rain or shine. The Tinmouth Library is located just off Route 140 next to the firehouse. For further information, call the Tinmouth Library at 446-2498.

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Midge Beattie Forrest Reaches 100th Birthday

Midge Beattie Forrest will be 100 years old on September 15. Her party, however, will be held on Saturday, September 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Zion Episcopal Church Parish House. Everyone who knows and loves Midge is invited. Please come to her birthday celebration. For further information, call Jessie at 379-0567. Happy Birthday, Midge!

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Crescent Valley Homemakers

The Crescent Valley Homemakers will meet at the Pawlet Community Church on September 2 at noon. The hostesses are Pat Fry, Arlene Horn and Ele Vetromile. There will be a business meeting. For more information, call Pat at 802-325-3579. _________________________________________________

Local Attorney Earns Honors

Local attorney Patrick Winburn has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2010 edition of “The Best Lawyers in America” in the specialties of Medical Malpratice Law and Personal Injury Litigation. For over a quarter of a century, “Best Lawyers” has been regarded, by both the profession and public, as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States.

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Luxbrush Painting Company, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Black Magic Chimney Sweeps. Since 1980, Black Magic Chimney Sweeps has been providing area customers with chimney cleaning and liner installation, with an emphasis on individualized service. Luxbrush Painting Company, established in Manchester Center in 2000, is a leader in the Southern Vermont/Eastern New York residential and commercial painting markets. Luxbrush owner, Harry Lux, vows to improve service speed and quality without losing the personal touch and reasonable pricing for which Black Magic is known: “Brian Shult has built his business on excellent service, strong customer relationships, and good value for the dollar. We don’t want to compromise those values in any way. What Luxbrush brings to the table is an infrastructure that allows Black Magic to deliver those same results in a faster, more reliable, manner. For example, in the past, it may have been necessary for a customer to leave a voice mail message in order to schedule a cleaning. Today, if that same customer calls, they’ll be greeted by a member of our office staff who will answer any questions and schedule the appointment, all within a matter minutes.” And, for those who are afraid that Black Magic may lose the personal touch of Brian Shult, Harry assures, “Brian is still on staff. Although he may not be the person you see climbing the ladder to your chimney, he will be on hand to supervise the development of the business and ensure that his customers are well cared for and their loyalty justified.” For more information about Black Magic Chimney Sweeps, call 802-362-5755. To contact Luxbrush Painting, call them toll free at 1800-PAINTING.

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Ross Powers Foundation Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament

option for $10 dollars, all money goes to the highest hand winner. Payment will be received during registration. Please bring cash or check, receipts available. Registration is at 6 p.m.with a 6:30 p.m. start time. The prize money will be 50 percent of the entry fees/re-buys and 50 percent will go directly to the Ross Powers Foundation. If you have any questions, please email marisapowers@hotmail.com (Please title subject Poker Tournament). Call 802-236-3546 and leave your name and number. The Ross Powers Foundation is a non-profit foundation for athletes with financial need. Please help us to level the playing field so all athletes with talent and ability can compete regardless of their economic resources. You can check out the Web site at www.rosspowersfoundation.org

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Take a Hike with Your Dog to Beneﬁt SVAC and Dog Park

Lilli Mayerson Guests on Q & A Live

The final event in the Southern Vermont Arts Center’s Dog Days of Summer Series, a companion piece to the museum exhibit Paws and Reflect: Art of Canine, is a Dog Hike & Picnic on Saturday, August 29, to benefit the Arts Center and the Manchester Dog Park. Registration begins at 10:00 a.m., the hike kicks off at 10:30 a.m. Participants and their pooches will hike the one mile SVAC Trail Loop, winding up Cleo Coons, of Hoosick, New York, urges back on the SVAC campus in plenty of time for a leisurely picall dogs, and their humans, to take a hike for a good cause. nic (food will be available for purchase). The entry fee is $15 per adult, $10 per children 16 and under. Proceeds will benefit the Arts Center and the Manchester Dog Park. The Dog Days of Summer series is one example of how the Arts Center fulfills its commitment to provide opportunities for community service in promotion of excellence in the arts. “Paws and Reflect: Art of Canines” will be on display in the Wilson Museum through September 6. For more information call 362.1405 or drop by the Arts Center, which is just off West Road in Manchester. Visit any time at svac.org.

Bob Stannard, host of Q & A LIVE, is pleased to announce that his guest for the September show will be author, Lilli Mayerson. The show will air on GNAT-TV beginning Wednesday, September 2 at 7 p.m. It will then run daily at 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. It will also run on CAT-TV. Check local listings for schedule. Lilli Mayerson is the author of “French Fries, For Siblings: The Forgotten Children of Autism”. It is her first book, and has been very well received by parents, teachers and therapists alike. During the month of August “French Fries” has been recognized by the Northshire Bookstore as its number one bestselling children’s book, outselling even the popular Harry Potter series. With one in 150 children being diagnosed with autism today, Lilli has written a children’s book to call attention to the hundreds of thousands of siblings facing the challenge of living with autism. “French Fries” addresses the impact that a disability has on all members of a family — especially siblings who often get the short end of the stick. Mrs. Mayerson is a graduate of the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and holds a Master’s Degree in Communication from Fairfield University. Lilli Mayerson has been coming to Manchester for more than twenty years. She splits her time between Northern New Jersey and Manchester, VT. She is married to Gary Mayerson of Mayerson & Associates, the first law firm in the country dedicated exclusively to representing children and adolescents with autism and other disabilities. They have three children; one of whom has autism.

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Poultney High School Class of 1979 30th Reunion. Saturday September 5th at 6pm American Legion, Granville Street, Poultney. Pot luck and cash bar. Contact Tammy at 802-645-9135 or tcloomis@yahoo.com. ____________________

Summer Tea at Rupert Church

Share a summer afternoon with special friends at our Annual Summer Tea August 29 starting at 11 a.m. and ending at 3 p.m. We are serving cold soup, scones, tea sandwiches, dessert and tea all for only $6.

All-State Green Mountain Senior Games

The twenty-seventh All-State Green Mountain Senior Games are scheduled for CSC on Saturday, Sept. 19, with registration at 8:00 a.m., followed by opening ceremonies and awards at Glenbrook Gym on the campus. The poster boy for senior games, ninety-three year-old Bob Matteson, will speak at the opening and the “Ray Sparks Memorial Award” and the “Ardis Smith Award” will be presented. The games kick off at 9 a.m. with a 5K road race, tennis, swimming, and 3-on-3 men’s basketball. Other events in the morning include bocce, which is new, health screening and precision walk. Some of the afternoon’s events at 1 p.m., are rac-

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SHELDONS� IN SALEM.

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Local food for six generations. Come right to the farm for Sheldon sweet corn, creamy new potatoes, summer vegies and fruits. One-stop shopping for local artisan cheeses, fresh baked breads, rolls, pies and cookies, maple syrup, yummity yums. NEW THIS YEAR: Delicious made-here daily specials, including Mexican favorites. For your leisure and entertaining: good used books and vintage kitchen items. E-mail for menus, news and specials: pat@greatcorn.com

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quetball, softball throwing and T-ball for distance and accuracy, Frisbee throwing, football tossing and basketball spot shooting. Senior games are open to everyone age fifty and up, residents and nonresidents, with competition in five-year age groups in numerous events ranging from those which require a high degree of physical fitness to those more social in nature. Medals are awarded to the first three places. Registration information, included in our fall newsletter, and more can be obtained from games coordinator, Ardis Smith at 802-824-6521or GMSG president, John Pelton at 802-394-7782.

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Fair Haven Farmers’ Market

The Fair Haven Farmers’ Market has some big things happening for the fall season. On August 28, BROC will be on hand to give out Farm To Family Coupon books to those who qualify for them. If you have not been able to make it to the Rutland office, this coming Friday is the day to visit the Fair Haven Farmers’ Market to pick them up and get yourself some great produce from our four vendors that accept the coupons. On September 4, the market will host a Health and Wellness Day. Many of the local businesses will be on hand to offer their services and to let you know what they have to offer. Meet your local dentist, physical therapist, gym owners, and more for this event. Any business owner fitting the category for health, wellness, and fitness is welcome to set up a table for the day — just e-mail the market manager at Sherry12887@yahoo.com. September 11 there will be an Apple Fest Day. Local apple growers will be visiting the market to let the public know what kinds of apples they grow and when each is in season. They also will have their hours for U-Pick and how to get to their orchards. It is a good time to scope out your fall apple picking before all the varieties are ripe. September 18 Karl will be back with his chair caning. If you have a

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Mark M. O’Neill is New General Manager of Equinox Hotel

The Equinox, A Luxury Collection Golf Resort & Spa, announces the appointment of Mark M. O’Neill as its new general manager effective July 2009. Mark previously served as Vice President of Project Leadership at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, where he was responsible for overseeing the growth of the Starwood brand and opening 11 Starwood resorts. During his ten year tenure with Starwood, he served as General Manager for The Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Tower and Vice President of Six Sigma. Prior to joining Starwood, O’Neill held the roles of General Manager at Boston Marriott Andover and General Manager at Boston Marriott Westborough. “I’m thrilled to join the team as the steward of the iconic Equinox resort,” said O’Neill. “Both the property and the surrounding community are full of cultural and historical significance and I’m committed to continuing the resort’s heritage of excellence and outstanding hospitality.” “We couldn’t be happier to have Mark leading the Equinox team,” said Ted Darnall, Chief Operating Officer for New England-based HEI Hotels & Resorts, the resort’s owner and operator. “With a 25 year history in the hospitality industry, Mark will be a tremendous asset to the resort and the Manchester community, continuing the Equinox’s legacy

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Grafton Lakes State Park Invites Artists to the Park This Fall Grafton Lakes, New York State Park, invites artists to portray the park’s fall scenery on Sundays from September 20 through October 11 (Columbus Day weekend). Registered participants in the Art in the Park program will receive free Sunday admission to the park to paint, draw, or photograph in exchange for submitting a piece to the Silent Art Auction at the Winter Festival on January 23, 2010.

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The Park’s forests, wildlife, and lakes make for spectacular autumn scenery and an ample supply of inspiration. The pieces will be displayed and auctioned at the Winter Festival, which was attended by nearly 2500 people last year. Artists will split the proceeds of the auction with the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park, a group that supports the park’s environmental education programs. Any works that do not

sell at the auction will remain on display in the lobby of the park office for the coming year or be returned to the artist. To sign up, participants can register at the Park office seven days a week. You can also call the Park naturalists to register for Art in the Park at 518-279-1155 and have a pass mailed to you. For more information, visit www.nysparks.com.

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Local Girl Scouts Travel to Washington, D.C.

Girl Scout Troop #1313 at the U.S. Capitol (left to right): Matty Blair, Amanda Middleton, Paige Graney, Ayla Graney, Samantha Brewer, and Lauren Conte. — Photo, Courtesy of Cathy Gee Graney

Hoosick Falls Girl Scout Troop #1313 and three chaperones, spent five days in midAugust 2009 enjoying the sites of Washington, DC. This trip comes after three years of planning and fundraising efforts, so the young women were sure to fit in as much sightseeing as they could — covering many miles on

foot and Metrorail. They listened to a U.S. Military Band in front of the Washington Monument, toured the national monuments by day and night, went to four of the Smithsonian Museums (Holocaust, Air & Space, Natural History, and American History), had a tour of the Capitol and Senate Chambers, visited the

Library of Congress, spent time at the White House Visitor’s Center and grounds, toured Arlington National Cemetery, spent a day at the National Zoo, took in the beautiful architecture of Washington and the LeDroit Park neighborhood where they stayed, and much more! The trip was a memorable experience for Matty Blair, Samantha Brewer, Lauren Conte, Ayla Graney, Paige Graney, and Amanda Middleton, all of whom are students at Hoosick Falls Central School. They are all very aware that this trip could not have happened without the support of their friends and families, and many local businesses, organizations, and individuals, including

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Patrick Belmar, the office of Legislators Brownell and Goodermote, Culligan Water, Cumberland Farms, Derby Club, First United Presbyterian Church, Brian Cody and ‘Baby Bear’ of FLY92, Senator Gillibrand’s office, Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, Grand Union, Hannaford,HAPPY (Hoosick Area Partnership for Parents and Youth), Nancy Hickey, Hoosick Falls Armory, Hoosick Falls Central School, Hoosick Falls Girl Scouts Service Unit #155, Ladies’ Auxiliary of American Legion, Lions’ Club, Nickelback Redemption Center, People’s Oil & Gas, Price Chopper, the Reynolds and Weir Foundations, Sam’s Club, Stewarts, office of Congressman Tonko, and others. ____________________

Girls Ice Hockey

Six Northshire Hockey Association (NHA) girl ice hockey players — Lucy Bisselle, Agnes Bisselle, Jordan Harmon, Daisy Sullivan, Megan Grabher and Hannah Dingley — traveled to Lake Placid in early August to participate in CHE Just for Girls hockey camp. Highlights included coaching by four female olympians, Julie Chu, Courtney Kennedy, Angela Ruggiero and Sara Decosta. The program included 4 hours a day of ice time on the 1980 rink, and the girls learned speed skating, hockey strategy, and both defensive and offensive skills. The Northshire Girls U-12 hockey program has had great success and is especially proud of teaching girls new to hockey how to excel. The program has won two state championships in 2008 and 2009. If you are interested in learning more the Northshire Hockey program, please contact Karen Grabher 366-8218 or grabherhockey@comcast.net. Registration for the 2009-2010 season is now open. August 26, 2009

Hector T. Betit Celebrates 100th Birthday!

Hector T. Betit celebrated his 100th Birthday on August 11, 2009 at Genesis Mountainview in Rutland. His grandchildren Andre Jr., and Michelle gave him a memorable party, gathering over 150 to sing Happy Birthday and to celebrate his life. Fathers Julien LaFlamme and James Holden SSE concelebrated Mass at the start of the party. Numerous family and friends from Bennington were in Rutland for this wonderful occasion. Nephews and nieces traveled from as far as Alabama and Quebec. Many living on the east side of Bennington may remember Hector delivering milk for Fairdale Farms with a kind word and ready smile, trademarks still in evidence. Hector lived in Bennington for over 90 years. He is the twelfth and last surviving child of Eugene and Josephine Betit’s family of fourteen. He married Irene Fortier in 1934 and they had three children Madonna, Andre and Cecile. ________________________________________________

Pownal Valley Seniors Sign up now for the luncheon cruise on“Lac du Saint Sacrement” on Saturday, September 29. For information or to sign up, call Janice Pratt at 802-823-5547 or Laura Messina at 802-823-7759. This event is sponsored by the Pownal Valley Swinging Seniors.

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Richard Sager Wins Award Bennington resident Richard Sager has been honored with a Telly Award. The Telly Award is the premier award honoring outstanding local, regional, and cable television commercials and programs, the finest film and video productions, and groundbreaking Web commercials, videos and films. Sager won with his production of “Instructor of Swedish Massage DVD. See the Web site at www.essentialmassagevideo.com.

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Mettawee Community PTO Planning Picnic

The Mettawee Community PTO invites students, their immediate families and MCS staff to a “Back-to-School” Picnic on Thursday, September 3, between 5:30-8 p.m., at the school (5788 VT-153, West Pawlet). This is a rain or shine event. The PTO will supply hotdogs and drinks. Families are being asked to bring nut-free side dishes, salads, fresh cut-up vegetables, chips or desserts. Food assignments are by student’s last name: A-G: chips, fresh cut-up veggies; H-Q: sides and salads; R-Z: desserts. Please remember all food must be nut-free. If you have any questions please call the school at 802-645-9009 during school hours 8 a.m.-3 p.m., beginning Sept. 2.

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Hoosick Falls Country Club Men’s Invitational Tournament

The Hoosick Falls Country Club is hosting a 54 hole, two-man best ball Invitational Tournament September 11-13. The Club is located on Richmond Avenue in Hoosick Falls, New York. Entry fee for the Invitational is $270 per team. The fee includes a practice round, 3 rounds of golf, dinner Friday and Sunday, and lunch on Saturday. Prizes awarded to Friday medalists and top three teams in each flight. Registration deadline is September 6. Fees must be paid when you submit your application. Handicaps are required but USGA Handicap Index and GHIN numbers are preferred. Flights will be determined by the Tournament Committee. Call the Golf Shop at 518-686-1967 or stop by to register your team. To make the summer last a little longer, HFCC is offering weekday golf specials as well as discounts for new members to join the Club. Call 518-686-1967 for details. ________________________________________________

Beeline Ramblers in concert at the Meetinghouse Café

The Beeline Ramblers, the duo of singer/songwriters Fran Mandeville and Lisa Burnstine, will be on stage at the Meetinghouse Café of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bennington on Friday, September 11. The concert begins at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. Refreshments are available. Tickets will be available at the door, or by calling 802-440-9816. Fran Mandeville and Lisa Burnstine are not your average singer/ songwriters. They have had long solo careers and have joined together to keep the music going. They are masters at choosing just the right lyrics to fit perfectly with the music to create the feeling they want to share with audiences, whether it’s a song about a great joy in life, or a person who has fallen on hard times. Both Lisa and Fran are vocalists and guitar players. In addition, Lisa performs on the autoharp and cigarbox dulcimer. Fran also performs on the mandolin, dobro, banjo, harmonica and pocketchange. Lisa Burnstine was born with an autoharp case for a cradle. Daughter of bonafide “folkies”, Lisa was surrounded by coffeehouse crooners and festival-goers at every turn of her childhood. Packing up her busted guitar and crystal voice she headed out into the world at the age of 15 and has been playing one kind of music or another for the past 35 years. She has toured the country as well as performed in West Africa and Switzerland. She has two recordings of her own (with The Ravin’ Mavens) in addition to “The Cuckoo” which is Fran and Lisa with their Flown Home Band. Lisa also runs a recording studio, is part of a touring puppet show “The Watershed Waltz” and helps to run local concerts featuring some of her friends from out on the road. Fran Mandeville is an endearing and relentless troubadour who has played music across the country from the coal mining road houses of northern Colorado to the coffeehouses of the Maine shore. His enduring career began as a vocalist and guitarist and evolved over 40 years into the prolific songwriter and multi-instrumentalist he is today. His well crafted songs have been performed and recorded by others. His CDs “I Have Walked with Angels” and “Precarious” have received international airplay and great review. His most recent CD “The Cuckoo” is with Lisa and their Flown Home band.

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Rick Maddaloni invites you to participate in the Arlington Fire Company Car Show

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The Arlington Fire Company is holding their annual Car Show featuring antique, classic and custom cars on Saturday, September 26 at the Arlington Recreation Park, Route 7A north of the Village of Arlington. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. and the show will run from 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. There is a donation of $10 per car. Participant ribbons will be given to the first 85 entrants. Awards will be presented at 2:15 p.m. The first, second and third place trophies will be awarded in eight classes as well as trophies for Fire Chief ’s Choice, President’s Choice, Ladies Auxiliary’s Choice, Longest Distance and Best of Show. For further information, please call Rich Maddaloni at 802-3756021. Rain date is September 27. This event is to benefit the Arlington Fire Company. ________________________________________________

Thrill Bennington! Thrill the World!

Bennington will again be joining other sites around the world in an attempt to break world records for the most people simultaneously dancing “Thriller”. Last year 4,179 dancers performed the dance in 72 cities in 10 countries, creating a world record as recognized by Record Holders Republic. 111 dancers danced in Bennington, just three less than the 114 that performed on Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles. Dancers came from all over Vermont, as well as Massachusetts and New York, and ranged in age from 8 to over 80. This year the dance will be performed on Saturday, October 24, at 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Bennington, again as part of the BBC’s Pumpkin Challenge event and we are aiming for at least 150 dancers. The dance will be taught at free classes to be held at Bennington Fire House (3rd floor meeting room) beginning in September. For schedule of classes and more information please visit our web site www.betterbennington.com/thrillbennington09 or call Lin Bootle 802-447-0451. For more information on the worldwide event go to www.thrilltheworld.com August 26, 2009

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SPORTS Casella to Sponsor Golf Tournament for Northshire Day School

Casella Waste Management will be the Gold Presenting Sponsor for a golf tournament scheduled on September 23, rain date September 30, to benefit the Northshire Day School’s Early Care and Education program. The tournament will be held at The Golf Club at Equinox. Joan McDonald, Golf Professional at the club, wants to make sure everyone knows that the tournament sells out quickly so she is encouraging folks to sign up early, come out to have a great time and support the Northshire Day School. The tournament will feature a scramble format with a 12:30 p.m. shot gun start. The four member team cost is $500. Play is limited to the first 34 teams to register. Participants will enjoy a foursome for the golf tournament which includes greens and cart fees, complementary “Grab and Go Golfers Grill” at the 9th green with a cash bar at the awards ceremony, and chances to win incredible prizes. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for the Silver and Bronze levels. Business owners can also sign up to sponsor a Hole and Cart sign for a very reasonable fee. Call Carolyn Kern at 802-362-1395 or ndschool@myfairpoint.net for sponsorship opportunities.To register or for information concerning the tournament, call Joan McDonald, Golf Professional at 802-3627787 or jmcdonald@troongolf.com or http://www.playequinox.com.

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Fifth Annual ‘Tour de Grace’ Bicycle Rally

Grace Cottage Hospital’s Fifth Annual “Tour de Grace” bicycle rally offers the chance to do a good deed while enjoying a ride with family or friends. The event will be held on Saturday, September 12. Sign up today via the Web, www.gracecottage.org, or by phone, 802-365-9109. The first 100 who sign up will get a free t-shirt! The 19-mile event is mostly downhill. Riders begin at the Stratton Mountain Base Lodge parking area anytime between 8 and 10:30 a.m.; the ride ends at Grace Cottage Hospital on Route 35 in Townshend, Vermont. The route is well marked, maps are available at the starting point, and busses transport riders and bikes back to Stratton. Riders under 12 years old must ride with an adult, and helmets are required for all riders. Volunteers will be stationed along the route to provide free beverages and snacks. Event sponsors include Grace Cottage Hospital, Stratton Corporation, Solstice at Stratton, BB’s Landscaping, D&K’s Jamaica Grocery, Equipe Sport, Howard Printing, the Stratton Village Shops, and the Three Mountain Inn. The entry fee is $25 per rider. Riders are also encouraged to obtain pledges to support the hospital. Visit www.gracecottage.org/events for a route description and registration and pledge forms. These forms will also be available the morning of the race at the Stratton Base Lodge parking lot. For more information, call 802-365-9109.

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AARP Driver Safety Program Classes

Riding for Wishes Spend the weekend in Londonderry, Vermont, at Magic Mountain to help kick off the sixth annual Riding for Wishes event. If you are looking for a place with great food, beverages and live music, this is where you want to be. Join the Wish Riders on Sunday, August 30, at Magic Mountain Base Lodge to help make a child’s wish come true. Imagine the great feeling of contributing to a cause that brings a smile to a child’s face when they find out their wish will be granted by the Make-AWish Foundation of Vermont. Add to this the feeling a ride that winds through some of the best roads in our area returning

to Magic Mountain for an afternoon pig roast with all the fixins’ and sides to compliment your choice of beverage. All vehicles are welcome to participate. Rider registration is from 8 to 9 a.m. that same morning. Cost to register is $20 per bike/vehicle, with the ride to start at 9 a.m. There will be raffles throughout the afternoon, and music by the Jim Gilmour Band. The goal is to reach $10,000 with all proceeds to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Vermont. This event is in memory of Dwight Moffitt, founding Wishrider. For further information, call 802-824-4187; www. ridingforwishes.com; e-mail to: info@ridingforwishes.com.

On September 21 the Bennington Senior Center will be hosting an AARP Driver Safety Program class. The course will help drivers identify the most common crash situations faced behind the wheel. If you have been taught that your hands on the steering wheel should be at 10 and 2 p.m., learn why this is now dangerous, and exactly where your hands should be placed. In addition, get a better understanding of today’s roads, vehicles and other road users. Also learn driving strategies to take into account as one ages, and the effects of aging and medication on driving. To register for this class, contact Sue at 802-442-1052, or Estelle at 802-297-1172. In addition to the above class, there will be a class hosted by the Godnick Senior Center in Rutland on September 2 from noon to 4 p.m. In order to register for this class, contact Sharen Underwood at 802-235-2132. In October, a class will be hosted by the Episcopal Church in Shelburne on October 13, from 12:45 to 5 p.m. To register for this class, contact Baird Morgan at 802-483-2132. Early registration is recommended for all of the classes as they tend to fill up rather quickly. For further information regarding other classes in Rutland, Bennington, Windham or Windsor Counties, please contact Estelle Schwartz, at 802-297-1172.

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Pie & Ice Cream Social; Book Sale & Farmers’ Market

Don’t miss the first annual extravaganza of homemade pies and ice cream Sunday, August 30, 2 to 4 p.m. The Mt. Holly Library extends an invitation to join them for an old-fashioned “Pie and Ice Cream Social” that harkens back to a day when the pace of life was slower and more relaxed. Proceeds support additions to the book collection — so have a second piece! Come early and shop our famous book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. New titles always being added to our diverse stock of sale books. Stop by the Mt. Holly Farmers’ Market noon to 3 p.m. It’s all happening in Belmont Village, Vermont! August 26, 2009

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Explore the Politics of Aging at MSL

Scott Funk, Aging in Place Advocate, Reverse Mortgage Consultant, columnist, and experienced speaker will discuss “The Politics of Aging” at the Mark Skinner Library on Wednesday, September 2 at 7 p.m. The economy dramatically affects older people’s lives. This discussion looks at the changes in business and government commitment to retirement obligations, how workers of all ages are affected, and how we as citizens may respond to re-build social safety nets and our individual retirement in the future. Founding members of SPIN (Staying Put in the Northshire) a community-based nonprofit that is planning to support people aging in place, will present their plans and objectives after the program. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments served. The library is located at 48 West Rd., at the intersection of Rt. 7A and West Road. For further information, call 802-362-2607. ________________________________________________

Education Course for Families of Persons Diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness

Vermont announces a free Family-to-Family Education course for families of persons diagnosed with serious mental illness. This 12-week class will start in Springfield, Vermont, on Monday September 8 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. �� The course will cover information about the major mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression, coping skills such as handling crisis and relapse, basic information about medications, listening and communication techniques, problem-solving skills, recovery and rehabilitation, and self-care The course will be taught by NAMI-Vermont volunteers who have taken intensive training to �� become course instructors. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about the chal�� lenges of living with someone � with mental illness.The course is �� designed specifically for parents, �� siblings, spouses, teen age and adult children and significant �� others of persons with severe mental illness. The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Course is free of charge. Registration is required and space is limited. For more information or to register, contact �� NAMI-Vermont at 1-800-639�� 6480 or namivt@myfairpoint. �� net.

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Lilia’s Pilates Announces New Fall Session

Lilia’s Pilates is happy to announce a new fall session of group classes starting August 31 and continuing through December 19. This fall session will offer group pilates at all different levels with many class times to choose from. Lilia and Erika Ott will be sharing the teaching. Everyone is welcome. Please contact Lilia at info@liliaspilates.com or 802-345-7425 to sign up. You can view the class schedule online at www.liliaspilates.com.

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Susan G. Komen for the Cure Funding Supports SVHC Wellness Programs Grant funding from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation is supporting several Wellness Connection programs at Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) in the coming months. The foundation has been a great supporter of SVHC’s innovative approach to wellness and this year is no exception. There will be a Whole Grains Class on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center’s (SVRCC) Library at 140 Hospital Drive in Bennington. In this workshop, participants will learn how to tell the difference between whole grains and

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processed grains, as well as delicious and simple ways to prepare them. Of course, there will be samples to taste! Call 802-447-1836 for more information. A workshop for women with cancer titled Intimacy and Cancer will be offered on two Tuesdays, Sept. 15 and 22, from 6 to7:30 p.m., also at the SVRCC Library at 140 Hospital Drive. There is no mistaking the fact that cancer changes a woman’s life. This two-part workshop explores feelings of intimacy and how to stay close to those you love after a diagnosis of cancer. Details: call 802-447-1836. An encore presentation of Stillpoint’s Women Moving through Breast Cancer Program will be held on Thursdays from Sept. 14 to Oct. 19 at 2 to 4 p.m. This program offers a loving, gentle and empowering way to move forward with your life with cancer. It will be held in the SVRRC Library at 140 Hospital Drive. You can call 802-447-1836 for details. All of the above classes are presented free of charge, but advance registration is required. Sign up at www.svhealthcare.org/events, or call the number listed after each class description for more information. The Wellness Connection is a community outreach service of Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) that offers an ongoing schedule of health forums, classes, and screenings. SVHC is a community-based, not-for-profit charitable organization that exists solely for the benefit of the communities it serves.

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Woman’s Cancer Support Group Meeting ��

The Northshire Woman’s Cancer Support Group will meet Wednesday, September 2, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the offices of THM Property on Lincoln Street in Manchester. Please join us whether you are newly diagnosed, being treated or a survivor. The group is co-facilitated by an oncology nurse specialist and a clinical social worker. For more information please call Sherri at 802-362-0994. _______________________________________________

New Group Announced

Bennington Project Independence announces our new EVENING Families Together group. Each month, caregivers in the community gather on the fourth Tuesday for friendship and support. Now an evening session has been added, the second Tuesday of each month. This friendly gathering of caregivers provides support, education and encouragement. Join us in our new home on Harwood Hill, and give yourself the gift of laughter and support. For more information call : Bennington Project Independence Adult Day Care and Day Health Rehabilitation Service 802-442-8136, www.benningtonprojectindependence.org, info@bpiads.org.

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Paul Cahn-Stratton Foundation board member, Martha Carey-CFC administrator, Ed Glazer-Stratton Foundation Vice President, Ed Papke- CFC board member.

Stratton Foundation Awards McCarty Grant to Community Food Cupboard

The Stratton Foundation has generously awarded a grant to the Community Food Cupboard which will fund the purchase of 125 dozen eggs each month for six months. The Stratton Foundation has supported CFC in its mission to end hunger in our community since 2006. The mission of the Stratton Foundation is to enhance the quality of life and create a sense of community in Southern Vermont. Since 1996, Stratton Foundation Grants of over $563,000 have been distributed to non-profit organizations in area communities. More information about the Stratton Foundation is available at their Web site www.strattonfoundation.org, or by calling 802-297-2096. For more information about the Community Food Cupboard, please call 802-362-0057, or visit the Cupboard in the Manchester Town Office Building any Tuesday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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Activist & Author Lois Marie Gibbs to Speak at GMC Convocation In 1978, when Lois Marie Gibbs discovered that her child attended an elementary school built on top of a toxic chemical dump, she mobilized her neighbors to do something about it. The Love Canal Homeowners Association petitioned local and state officials, gathered data regarding birth defect and miscarriage rates and documented a range of illnesses. It took two years and many hard-fought battles against the government and corporate interests, but in 1980 President Jimmy Carter authorized funding to relocate all residents of Love Canal who wished to leave. On September 3, Green Mountain College welcomes Gibbs as the keynote speaker for the College’s 2009 convocation at 4 p.m. on the Griswold Library Lawn. Her speech, titled “Love Canal ThirtyPlus Years Later: What Have We Learned and Where Do We Go From Here?” is open to the public. GMC will also award Gibbs an honorary degree of humane letters. After her experience at Love Canal, Gibbs devoted herself to helping citizens organize environmental justice campaigns. In 1981, she created the Center for Health, Environment and Justice

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(CHEJ), an organization that has assisted over 10,000 grassroots groups. Gibbs is now executive director of CHEJ and speaks with communities about toxic chemicals and children’s “unique vulnerability to environmental exposures.” In her book “Love Canal: The Story Continues”, published in 1998, Gibbs discusses contemporary issues regarding chemical exposures. She is also the author of “Love Canal: My Story and Dying from Dioxin”. Known to many as the “Mother of Superfund,” Gibbs has been cited as an example of how an ordinary citizen can successfully organize a grassroots movement to challenge powerful corporate interests. Gibbs has received many awards including the 1990 Goldman Environmental Prize, Outside Magazine’s “Top Ten Who Made a Difference Honor Roll” in 1991, the 1998 Heinz Award and the 1999 John Gardner Leadership Award from the Independent Sector. In 2003, she was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. _______________________________________________

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Otter Creek Paddle, Clarendon, Sunday, August 30 at 9 a.m.: East paddle from the Creek road in Wallingford to Alfrecha Road in Clarendon on the otter. Meet at Sears parking lot in the Diamond Run Mall. For further information, call leaders Barb and Barry Griffith at 802-492-3573. ________________________________________________

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Shaftsbury Garden Club

The Shaftsbury Garden Club will hold a plant sale on Saturday, September 5 from 9 a.m. to noon on the lawn of the Shaftsbury Historical Society Museum on Route 7A. Spring bulbs, perennials and house plants will be on sale. _____________________

Garden Club of Poultney

The Garden Club of Poultney will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, September 3 at noon at the home of Alice Berger. A luncheon will be held preceding the meeting. If your name begins with A through M, please bring sandwiches; N through Z, please bring salads. Hostesses along with Alice are Mary Ann Hildick and Linda Knowlton. Dues for 2010 are to be paid at this meeting. August 26, 2009

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RCHS Can Help With Stray & Feral Cats

Do you have stray, feral or abandoned cats near your home or workplace? Do you see them when you’re out running errands and especially when you’re out at night? Are you currently feeding stray cats? If so, the Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) can help. RCHS is working with communities around the county to help identify areas where abandoned cats are living and to work with local volunteers on a program called Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), a full management plan in which stray and feral cats are humanely trapped, evaluated, vaccinated against rabies and sterilized by veterinarians. They are then returned to their familiar habitats under the lifelong care of volunteers. If you know where these cats are living or want to learn more, please contact the “barn, stray, feral cat hotline” at 802-483-9171. MARLEY 1-year-old. Neutered Male. Pit Bull/Beagle mix, who’s ready for some fun! I am a very social guy who loves to be around people! I love to play and I enjoy a good game of fetch. I know how to sit and I love receiving treats! What adorable dog doesn’t? AMOS 5-year-old neutered male. Domestic short hair black and white. I was a stray from Rutland City and I was picked up by the Animal Control Officer and brought here. My face is scuffed up from life on the streets. The Rutland County Humane Society is located at 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, Vermont. For information on these and other adoptive pets, call 802-483-6700, or go to the Web site at www.rchsvt.org. _________________________________________________

Pet of the Week from Second Chance Animal Center

CLAIRE is 1 year and 2 months old. She was abandoned on the steps of the shelter. Claire is a wonderful cat and is always one of the first cats to come and see you in Kat Kingdom. She loves attention and laying on your lap. Please come see our welcoming girl. Claire and other pets are available for adoption at Second Chance Animal Center, Route 7A, Shaftsbury, Vermont. Call 802-375-2898 for further information and business hours. August 26, 2009

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Area Farmers’ Markets

DORSET FARMERS’ MARKET Fresh, whole chickens are in season at the Dorset Farmers’ Market! And to go with it we have fresh sweet corn from Sheldon Farm, new potatoes from Heleba Potatoes, marvelous melons from Teleion Holon and Mighty Food Farm, and plump blueberries from Anjali Farm and Smokey House! Enjoy all these and more savory summer treats, from our over 20 area farmers. And be sure to bring home fresh baked breads and condiments too, to complete your sensational summer meal! Or pick up a delicious treat from our variety of prepared food vendors to enjoy at market while tapping your toes to local favorite, Wayne Canney. Join us as we “Shop Local, Shop Fresh” and have fun, on the green at H.N. Williams Store, Rt. 30 Dorset, Sunday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, August 30. For additional information, please contact: marketmanager@dorset farmersmarket.com.

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WEST RIVER FARMERS’ MARKET Fresh lamb, chicken, and beef at the West River Farmers’ Market! Plus a variety of melons, watermelons and berries; beans and squash; salad mixes and mustard greens; cucumbers and tomatoes; new potatoes, beets and turnips; carrots and kohlrabi; eggplant and kale; and free-range eggs from our over 20 area farmers! Over 15 quality artisans will be on hand too, with new and creative craftsmanship for you each week! As well as live music from local favorites The Bondville Boys and delicious prepared foods for you to enjoy at market or take home. The West River Farmer’s Market is located on Routes 11 East and 100 North, at the blinking light in Londonderry, next to the Mill Tavern every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For additional information or directions please contact: wrfmvt@yahoo.com MANCHESTER FARMERS’ MARKET The Manchester Farmers’ Market is now accepting food stamp and debit cards. The program is part of a larger pilot project aimed at placing more fresh, local products into the hands low-income families. This is of particular importance as the costs of food and fuel continue to rise, forcing increasing numbers of Vermonters to seek assistance. It is hoped that equipping markets with EBT technology will both improve access to nutritious foods and help to increase market traffic, strengthening support for local businesses and farmers. The Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) is spearheading the larger pilot project, which is in its second year and taking place at fifteen Farmers’ Markets across the state. Funding for Manchester Farmers’ Market equipment was provided by the Vermont Resource Conservation and Development Council. The Manchester Farmers’ Market is located at Manchester Recreation Center, Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m.

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Flea Market in Arlington

The Arlington Lions Club is holding a Flea Market on Saturday, August 29, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor space is available at $20 for a 10 x 12 foot space. Call today at 375-9654 for further information or to reserve your space. ________________________________________________

Israel Congregation’s Second Annual Humongous Tag Sale!

Israel Congregation is gearing up for their second annual tag sale to be held on Sunday August 30 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Men’s, women’s and children’s gently used and new clothing, baby gear, housewares, sports equipment, bikes, electronics, computer accessories, jewelry, belts, furniture, artwork. anything and everything can be found. All items are marked to sell. Israel Congregation is located on Rt. 7A next to Town Hall, 1.2 miles past Routes 11/30. For more information, call the Israel Congregation office at 802-362-4578. ________________________________________________

Clothe the Children

The Morning Flower Lodge #71, Free and Accepted Masons of Pawlet, VT in partnership with 87 Vermont Masonic Centers are participating in the Clothe the Children drive asking for contributions of school clothing for the age groups of kindergarten through pre-teen. We are also including our littlest citizens — infants through pre-school. A drop box labeled Clothe the Children is located on the steps of the Morning Flower Lodge #71, Main Street, Route 30 across from Mach’s Market, center of Pawlet. We are asking everyone to look into their closets, storage areas and, most importantly their hearts, and donate new and gently used clothing for these needy children. There are needs for: outerwear; inner wear; underwear; sleepwear; shoes and socks appropriate for infants all the way through grade school. These contributions are given to those in need and are never sold. Donated items will be distributed to local children. Receipts are available for 501(c)(3) tax deductible donations. Our goal is to help those children and families in our community who are trying to get by in these very hard economic times. Won’t you join us to Clothe the Children. For more information call 802-3253052.

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FINE ARTS

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Reception at Valley Artisans’ Market

A reception will be held on Saturday, September 5 from 3 to 5 p.m., at Valley Artisans Market, for artist Carolyn Favor Kibbe, who works in oils. This show features large-scale paintings of local people in their work environments, along with smaller portraits and other figurative work. Valley Artisans Market is located in historic Hubbard Hall, Cambridge, New York. For further information, call 518-677-2765. ________________________________________________

Mixed Media Paintings by Joan Duff-Bohrer at Canﬁeld Library

Kick off the beginning of autumn by stopping in to see a collection of mixed media paintings by Joan Duff-Bohrer at the Martha Canfield Library in Arlington, Vermont, on view from September 1–30. Join the Salem, NY-based artist for an opening reception on Saturday, September 5 from 3–5 p.m. In addition to earning her undergraduate and master’s degrees, Duff-Bohrer’s long painting career includes study with, among others, Boris Blai, founder of the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia and David Miller at Skidmore College. The Canfield Gallery is located in the Martha Canfield Library on East Arlington Road across �� from Arlington High School. �� The gallery is open during library �� hours.For more information, call �� the library at 802-375-6153 or �� visit the library website at www. �� marthacanfieldlibrary.org.

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The fine art exhibition that has set tails wagging throughout the Northshire, the Southern Vermont Arts Center’s “Paws and Reflect: Art of Canines”, will be tucking its tail and heading for the hills on September 6. A national traveling exhibition, Sandy Eames, Watchdog, oil, “Paws and Reflect” recognizes and promotes excellence in art and celebrates the unique position that dogs play in the lives of their humans. “Paws and Reflect” is a reflection of the Arts Center’s mission to present the finest quality exhibitions in the region. For more information call 802-362-1405 or drop by the Arts Center, which is just off West Road in Manchester, Vermont. _________________________________________________

Diane G. Bell Exhibits Paintings

Weston artist Diane G. Bell is exhibiting her paintings with the Art League of Londonderry, in the former Grange building on Route 11 east, in Londonderry. Bell’s paintings reveal in their rich colors her response to the intimate nooks and wide vistas that thrill her — bouquets of stunning flowers, a cape house with sunny garden, a glimpse beyond. In addition to other venues in Vermont and New Hampshire, look for her work especially in shows at the Hunter Gallery in Grafton, the Southern Vermont Art Center in Manchester and the West River Gallery in Weston. The Londonderry Grange also features the works of several other local artists in an ongoing exhibition. It is open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or whenever the Welcome flag is out. ________________________________________________

‘Art of Action’ Exhibit Coming to Manchester

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On Sunday August 16 the Youth Conservation Corps Monitor Barn in Richmond,Vermont hosted the ten commissioned artists for the Vermont Arts Council’s Art of Action initiative. This exciting event comes to Manchester on September 1 for two weeks. Hand Motors has kindly donated their showroom for the exhibit that will be open to the public, free, during business hours, Monday through Saturday through September 14. A grand open house is planned for September 4, at 5:30 p.m., where the public can meet the artists, enjoy music by the Don’t Leave Band and hors d’oeuvres donated by local hospitality. On September 1, there will be a soft opening to celebrate the arrival and installation of this exhibit with special speakers Lyman Orton, Paul Costello and Brent Bjorkman. “Depot Fest” on September 12 will mark the finale of this two week “Art of Action” with a special festival of music, art and food in Manchester Depot from noon to 5 p.m. All events are free and open to the public. For more information about the “Art of Action” please visit www.vermontartscouncil.org/Programsinitiatives, and for information for local events please visit www.manchestervermont.net, or call the Chamber at 802-362-6313.

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ENTERTAINMENT Sundays on the Hill

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Hailed by the Boston Globe as “one of Boston’s most promising classical music groups”, A Far Cry is making waves, experimenting with how music is performed and heard. This program is made possible in part by the generous contribution from the Anton Foundation. Their goal was to create an entity through which they could give back to the groups, communities and industry that have shaped and enriched their lives. See www.antonfamilyfoundation.org. Sundays on the Hill Concert Series is proud to have the tightly-knit group of 16 young professional musicians perform in the Church on the Hill in Weston, Vermont, on August 30 at 4 p.m. The admission to the concert is $5, with children admitted free. Seats are unreserved and the doors open about 3:30 p.m. Parking is available at the Church, on Lawrence Hill Road, as well as the Weston Green. For further information, please call 802-824-6686 or see www.vtchurchonthehill.org. ________________________________________________

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Summer Sounds of Salem ends with Moe Harrington & the White Chapel Band

Band leader Moe Harrington and his White Chapel Band will play at Summer Sounds of Salem on Saturday, August 29. The free concert, the last of the season, begins at 11 a.m., and takes place at the Gazebo on Main Street. Moe Harrington has been performing bluegrass and old time country music for over 60 years. For oldfashioned down-home entertainment, his band

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can’t be beat. Self-taught musician and composer Moe Harrington of Bennington has played the Grand Ole Oprey in Florida, and his bluegrass style is laced with local flavor. He leads his band on guitar and vocals, backed by Mert Snow, Fred Lantz and Randy Gates. Moe’s latest project is “A Family Album,” two CDs of original songs written and performed by Moe. Sample his music at www.moeharringtonmusic.com/access/ index.

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ENTERTAINMENT

WEEKLY ALMANAC

Bread & Puppet at Long Trail School

Transition Town Manchester is delighted to sponsor Bread and Puppet on Saturday September 12 at 2 p.m., at Long Trail School, in Dorset, Vermont. The Bread and Puppet Theater was founded in 1963 on New York City’s Lower East Side by sculptor and choreographer, Peter Schumann. In 1969 a nine-month tour of Europe won recognition and critical acclaim for Bread and Puppet and in l970 the Theater moved to Vermont as theater-in-residence at Goddard College, letting itself be influenced by living in the countryside. Bread and Puppet will travel to Dorset in one of their rare southern Vermont performances. Their pageants have a broad theme-oriented appeal to large non-elite audience addressing social, political and environmental issues or simply the common urgencies of our lives. The Bread & Puppet Theater is one of the oldest non-profit, self-supporting theatrical companies in the U.S. The theater has been enacting its radical utopian vision in cardboard and cloth for over forty years, from the spectacle of its larger-than-life puppets at Vietnam War protests in New York City to the pageantry of its long-running (over 25 years) annual event in Glover, Vermont. Don’t miss this wonderful experience. NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu has praised “the genius of Peter Schumann, the prodigious puppetGod,” writing “the Bread & Puppet Theater has been so long a part of America’s conscious struggle for our better selves that it has become, paradoxically, a fixture of our subconscious.” Tickets on sale at Live Green and New Morning Health Food store $8; at the door $10. _________________________________________________

New Location for Dance Lessons

Michael Rodriguez will be conducting dance workouts and dance lessons at r.k.Miles above their Kitchens and Bath Studio, Route 11/30, Manchester. Entry is on the right side of the building leading to the second floor. For further information, call Michael at 362-1819.

THROUGH AUGUST 29 ONLY! A SONG CYCLE OF LOVE AND LONELINESS ON A SATURDAY NIGHT

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Stephen Sondheim

conceived and developed by Craig Lucas &

Norman Rene

musical direction by John Bell directed by Jonathan Silverstein

TICKETS: 802-867-5777

www.dorsettheatrefestival.org or visit the box office at 104 Cheney Road, Dorset