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Vol 48 No 67

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Left: Trey Spencer is organizing his annual spring Deals on Wheels to benefit the Community Food Cupboard ...story on page 33

Above: Bob Devenish has an offer from the Manchester Lions Club you can’t refuse! ...details on page 8

Right: Folks from the United Church of Wells are preparing for their once a year Sugar House Dinner ...story on page 4

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OUR READERS’ LETTERS ...extend appreciation...

I would like to extend my appreciation to Jay Hathaway and Beth Meachem of the Manchester and the Mountains Regional chamber of Commerce for organizing the recent morning meeting with legislators. One of the many things I like most about living in Vermont is that we live in a community where it is possible to know and speak directly with the women and men who represent us. I lived in Massachusetts and New Jersey before, and the opportunity we have in Vermont to interact with our legislators is very special and quite different from what I have experienced before. I am especially grateful to Representatives Jeff Wilson, Cynthia Browning, and Senator Bob Hartwell for making it a pri-

ority to speak with us. I was surprised that more business leaders were not able to attend. I know that many people are looking to Washington and Montpelier to solve our local issues. I sure hope some of the state and national initiatives will prove to be helpful. However, I believe that the responsibility for getting out of this economic mess begins with each of us. We have to be well informed, and this morning’s meeting was an excellent way to become better informed and to have our concerns and suggestions heard by our representatives. Beyond being well informed, we also have the responsibility to look for ways to be supportive of one another. As you know, I do not represent a business. Rather, I attended as a representative of two nonprofit organizations, Bennington

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Area Habitat for Humanity and the Stratton Foundation. Both organizations continue to receive generous support from individuals and the business community, even in the face of this current economic crisis. We are all in this together, and it is my hope that this crisis will pull us closer together. This generous spirit of caring and concern for one another has been a primary source of strength for our community over the years. I hope you will continue to organize meetings similar to the one you hosted today and that future meetings will be well attended. — Richard Malley, Manchester, Vt.

...generous donations...

Big thanks from the Equinox Terrace Knitters for the generous donations of yarn from our neighbors and friends. We can now continue making more warm afghans for people in need. —The Knitters at Equinox Terrace Manchester, Vt.

...contracts expire...

Unfortunately, the power contracts for Vermont Yankee and Hydro-Québec expire within the next six years. Without these producers, our electricity bills would likely dramatically increase because renewable energy, such as wind, solar and biomass, cannot at present replace the power produced by Hydro-Québec and Vermont Yankee. We would need to purchase a good deal of electricity from fossil-fuel power plants. To learn more about the economic and environmental benefit of Vermont’s low-carbon power generation and what you can do to help, go to www.vtep.org. — Guy Page Communications Director Vermont Energy Partnership April 1, 2009

LETTERS ...interesting read...

Susan Coons’ editorial in the March 25 edition was an interesting read. It is disappointing to hear of so many newspapers folding up or on the verge due to financial problems. However, this comes as no surprise to me. So many of the papers in trouble are those that lean too far to the left in content and editorials.They are losing readers and advertisers. Just look at which they are:New York Time, Washington Post, LA Times, etc. These are some of the most liberal papers in the country. They are no longer interested in delivering the news but rather promote their editor’s ideological viewpoints.Why is CNN cable news ranked somewhere around fourth place, far behind FOX and others? This is for the same reason. Not long ago a congressman said if we don’t listen to the other side, we miss half of the good ideas. He may well have a good point. I am thankful that the News Guide does not fall into this category, but a number of our local newspapers do. Perhaps they should pay heed. — George Howard Manchester , Vt.

IN THIS ISSUE: Antiques & Auctions........... 44 Automotive......................... 57 Classifieds........................... 53 Creatures/Environment....... 40 Entertainment..................... 43 Fine Arts/Crafts................... 42 From my Corner................... 4 GNAT-TV Schedule............. 12 Mind & Body....................... 37 Restaurants......................... 44 Service Directory................. 51 Sports................................. 36 Job Connection................... 70 Weekly Almanac................. 44 Worship.............................. 50 April 1, 2009

Service Notes

Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica L. Rivait has graduated from the Weather Forecaster Apprentice Course at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Miss. The course is designed to train students in the fundamentals of Air Force weather forecasting operations. Forecasters are trained in weather observing and analysis, tropical weather analysis and forecasting, weather satellite imagery interpretation, Doppler weather radar operation and computer-generated graphics, interpretation of weather effects on electro-optics weapons systems, and automated weather distribution system operations. Additionally, students are trained to assist in preparing weather forecasts, watches, warnings, and advisories that affect specific regional areas, ranges, routes, local bases, and flight operations. She is the daughter of Stephan and stepdaughter of Nancy Rivait of Middlebrook Road, Ferrisburg, Vt. Her mother, Laura J. Foster, resides in East Middlebury, Vt.

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courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training receive credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Michael and Celeste Davis of Mechanic St., Fair Haven, Vt. Davis is a 2008 graduate of Fair Haven Union High School.

The Crescent Valley Homemakers will meet on April 1st at noon at the Pawlet Library. The hostesses are Margot Matthewson, Margaret Mertz and Elli Lea. The program, “Safety and Balance in the Home” will be presented by Ruth Friedman. If you have questions, please call Pat at 325-3579.

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— Susan J. Coons ...what’s in a name... Everything known to grow in a garden or field has a name. Some that grow are weeds, and the rest are flowers. Weeds don’t know that we’ve designated them as weeds, to be exterminated. They pop out of the earth and raise their buds and petals to the sun the same as flowers. Weeds are poisoned; dug up; burned; stepped on...but they continue to grow, oblivious to the scorn heaped upon them. I drive past a rolling field of dandelions in the spring on my way to work. The view is filled with bright yellow. It’s beautiful against a deep blue sky and purple-tinted hills in the background. I’m not going to tell those dandelions they’re weeds! I revel in their celebration of life, raising their petals to the sun in unison. Flowers must be nurtured, fed, watered regularly, pampered, with their beauty remembered forever in paintings, on pottery, in windows, displays, and grand gardening shows. But all beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The flower needs the weed to make it look beautiful by comparison. Those dandelions don’t need a flower to pass on to me their breathtaking view. The most beautiful bouquet of flowers was brought to me by my son, who on his way home from school for lunch, stopped along the way and picked a handful of dandelions. ________________________________________________

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This special maple meal is coming your way on Saturday, April 4 starting at 4:30 p.m. and runs through 7 p.m. The dinner will be held at the Modern Woodman Hall on Route 30, Wells, VT. It is fully handicapped accessible. There will be many great community suppers throughout this area from now through fall. However, this feast is a “one and only” and it happens just once a year. This is your opportunity to enjoy a total maple meal starting with a full course salad bar. You will find four of Sue’s unique, distinct maple dressings; Audrey will have hard boiled eggs in maple sap; and of course, a “crock of Pickles” to go along with it all. That maple glazed ham that Phyllis, Gina, Kari, Bonnie and Sarah have worked on to get just right will be complimented by Stelle and Gardner’s special recipe of scalloped potatoes. Gerry and Eleanor have created the “just right” maple beans, and Mary Ann, Bonnie and Sue have been perfecting their maple brown bread. For extra enhancement there is maple pepper, maple mustard and maple vinegar. You will want to try maple tea as well as coffee, milk or juice. Jugs of maple syrup will be placed on tables for your maple coffee and maple sundaes. Peggy Sue and Phyllis will offer maple cookies. Take outs are available. Adults $10; children 10 and under $5; 4 and under, no charge. There is plenty of free parking. For further information, call 325-3203. This dinner is sponsored by and is to benefit the Wells United Methodist Church.

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Q & A Live with Bob Stannard

Bob Stannard, host of Q & A LIVE, is chirping with excitement over his guests on the April edition of Q & A LIVE. His guests will be Randy Schmidt and John Williams, owners of the Vermont Bird Place and Sky Watch store in Manchester, Vt. You don’t have to be a “birder” to enjoy this show. Actually, if you are a sportsman you should find the information and various products available very interesting. Anyone who enjoys the woods of Vermont will enjoy this show. Global warming is having an affect on all of us whether we realize it or not. Birds and other wildlife are the first to be impacted. Learn more about what is happening around you! The show will air at 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. on GNATV channel 15. It will also run on CATV in Bennington. Check your local listings for times.

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Shipwrecks of Lake Champlain

The Pawlett Historical Society’s first program of 2009 will be a talk on shipwrecks of Lake Champlain given by Adam Kane of the Maritime Research Institute, of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. The program will take place at the Pawlet Community Church, located on Rte. 133, in Pawlet, at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 16. The program is free and accessible to all. Adam Kane is an underwater archeologist trained at Texas A & M University’s Nautical Archeology Program. He has helped direct many of the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s underwater archeology projects since 1999. He hails originally from Delaware and now lives with his wife and two children in Vergennes, Vermont. His book, The Western River Steamboat, was published by Texas A&M University Press in April 2004. Recognizing the over three hundred wrecks in the dark, cold, waters of Lake Champlain, Kane will relate some of Lake Champlain’s most harrowing stories, from heroism to tragedy. This Pawlett Historical Society program is sponsored by the Vermont Humanities Council Speakers Bureau program. For more information please contact Steve Williams at 645-9529.

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Knights of Columbus Breakfast

The Knights of Columbus will host their monthly breakfast on Sunday, April 5 in the St. Paul’s Parish Hall, Manchester, after the 8 and 10 a.m. Masses. Juice, scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon and sausage will be served. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children. Funds generated from the breakfast will support the Knights’ charitable works.

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Objects of Desire

— by Ellen Adler

Last Sunday I decided to clean the top of my bureau; a famous resting place for clutter and therefore a formidable enemy to anyone who hates to dust, that being myself. I’d clean a “twahlet” without a moment’s hesitation, but given a shelf, tabletop or desk covered with objects and forever coated with dust, I oddly would choose the former to correct. On this particular occasion, I moved a small Japanese teapot, jewel like in color, and shaped into a small rounded bird. I purchased the teapot at a summer antique/flea market a number of years ago. It called to me from far afield, and I carried it to the dealer and hurriedly requested a price. I felt as a thief upon purchase; no-one should sell such a magnificent object without calling in an authority. So, maybe, that is why I was prompted to move the teapot from the bathroom shelf to the bureau? It couldn’t work. I tried, but was so used to those small, delicate eyes peering out at me each morning. The scarab lid and curving back, which meets the graceful reed like handle tipped in gold. The journey was brief, but sufficient enough to create the necessity to return it to where it began. Now beside my bureau, the have not objects are presently being squirreled away in a small filing cabinet drawer. The sad little creatures must cluster together and whimper as the lights go out each night. Sometimes crowding is good, but with spring, and the change this brings, so much can feel like too much. Every spring, I clean, eliminate and also carry away. The older I

Course On Ceramics In Bennington

On April 15, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at BCC will begin a four session course on Ceramics in Bennington. The course, given on Wednesdays between 9:30 – 11 a.m., will cover the history and the art of Bennington ceramics from the 19th century through the mid-20th century. Bennington, Vermont has been the center of ceramic production in America for nearly 225 years. The initial lecture and gallery talk will take place in the Bennington Pottery Gallery and Study Center at the Bennington Museum, which houses the museum’s internationally recognized collection of Bennington ceramics. Jamie Franklin, Curator of Collections at the museum, will provide the gallery talks. The museum houses a comprehensive collection of nineteenth century pottery by the Norton family and the United States Pottery Company. Course participants will also enjoy the Gallery’s temporary exhibition, Tradition, Innovation and Good Design: The Ceramics of David Gil. Subsequent classes include a visit to the home of a collector in Shaftsbury, Vermont as well as a visit to the Bennington Potters factory in Bennington for a special “behind the scenes” tour with Sheela Harden, CEO and President. After museum lectures, participants are invited to tour the museum at a reduced admission fee where they can see many famous artworks, including those of Grandma Moses. For course fees and registration information, call 413-236-2190 or visit the OLLI website at www.BerkshireOLLI.org. Space is limited. April 1, 2009

get, the more I seem to clear away. Now I know more about all the stuff there is out there. I used to find it daunting that I have been alive for as long as I have, and amazed that so quickly beyond my reach there are so many places I have not seen. Now too, I know, calmly, that there are more objects and they may harbor other homes not mine. The joy is that so many of my pretty things are placed in careful hiding places, and in intervals they seem to magically surface. The American children’s shoes are all in the downstairs closet, waiting for little feet. The lace, embroidered bits and quilt pieces are all over, but safe. The art supplies are in a wooden trunk, bundled, categorized and often handled. There’s one nondescript deep, clear plastic container in the back of my closet with terribly sentimental objects which is brought into the daylight at least once a year, and commonly brings a thrill each time. The wooden eighteenth century stationary box is in the dining room cabinet, stuffed with valuable photos and letter type things I know I care deeply for. The box still holds distinction, but is not in plain sight as it formerly was. It is one of those, valuable, valued objects. I purchased it at a real antique shop in Woodstock, England while studying at Oxford. I was always so proud of having made such a fine purchase while so young. All about, but truly never helter-skelter, are lovely things which I have collected since, it seems, I opened my eyes and had a nickel to spend. They are a staunch reminder of the beauty which we create. For me, they are the spring that never disappears. Whether in a drawer, on top of a desk, or hidden away, they remain objects of desire.

Senior Piano and Vocal Recital

Eric Kang ‘09, piano and Richard McDowell ‘09, bass-baritone will perform a widely varied recital on Saturday, April 11, at 2 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. This free event is open to the public. Kang will play Brahms’s Rhapsody in B Minor, opus 79, no. 1; Ravel’s Menuet sur le nom de Haydn; and Prokofiev’s Ten Pieces from Romeo and Juliet, opus 75. McDowell will perform Barber’s Dover Beach, opus 3 with Stephanie Jensen ‘12 and Sophia Vargas ‘10, violin and Betsy Ribble ‘09, cello. Together the gentlemen will also perform selected movements from Schubert’s Shwanengesang. Eric Kang, a native of Princeton Junction, New Jersey, is a senior music major at Williams College. He feels fortunate to have worked on a number of performances and productions with the music and theatre departments as well as with Cap and Bells, Immediate Theatre, and the Williams Octet. After graduation he plans to wait tables and eat ramen while pursuing songwriting and composition for musical theatre. Richard McDowell began singing at age 10 after being dragooned into the middle school choir by his music teacher. He has since learned to sing voluntarily. Richard began his classical studies under G. Alan Wagner of West Chester University, and now studies with Keith Kibler. His performances at Williams include St. John’s Passion with Williamstown Early Music, a concert performance of Schumann’s Dictherliebe, and the title role in Sweeney Todd. A native of Pennsylvania, Richard is currently a senior at Williams majoring in Mathematics and Economics.

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Lions Club Restaurant Rafﬂe

The Manchester Lions are announcing that raffle tickets are now available for their “Taste of the Northshire & the Mountains” raffle. The lucky winner will receive dinner for four at thirteen of the finest restaurants in the Northshire, making that a total of 52 dinners! (See page 19 for list of restaurants and how to purchase your ticket.) Raffle tickets are only $50 each. The grand prize will be drawn at the June Manchester Chamber of Commerce mixer. Each year, the Manchester Lions provide charitable support for youth projects, individuals needing help with medical care, scholarships and more. Your participation in this fundraiser makes all this possible. The Manchester Lions Club greatly appreciates the contributions of these participating restaurants. _______________________________________________

Thrift Shop News

Manchester Health Services Thrift Shop will hold their current raffle drawing on Friday, April 3. During the summer months the shop will give all customers a chance to win a $25 gift certificate from the shop. Every time you shop at the store your name will be placed in a drawing to be held once monthly throughout the summer. The shop is now full of spring and summer merchandise, house wares, and small pieces of furniture. Come in soon and check out all the bargains. Regular hours are Monday-Friday, 11-4, and the second Saturday of every month, 10-2. For further information or donations, please cal Linda at 362-2126.

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Dee’s Donates Stainless Water Bottles to BBA Sports Teams The student athletes at Burr and Burton Academy recently received a thirst-quenching gift from Mike Kilburn, President of Dee’s Electrical Service. He presented the BBA sports department with 200 new, stainless steel water bottles in Bulldog green-one for each student-athlete on the BBA spring sports teams. Mike said, “Giving the athletes new, safe water bottles was one way for us to thank the community as we enter our 45th year in business.” Mike was himself one of those BBA student athletes, and has always had a high regard for students who strive on sports fields. He is a 1967 graduate of Burr and Burton and while there he

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Poet’s & Writer’s Weekend

There is a story to be told within each of us and sometimes the story comes to us versus coming from within. On the weekend of April 2426 Vermont children’s authors Jessie Haas of Westminster and Rebecca Rupp of Swanton will lead workshops in writing for children. Writing for children can offer a myriad of challenges from choosing topic, age group, voice and style to how to get it published once it is written. Jessie Haas will lead a workshop entitled “He Said, She Said” that will focus on the individuality of each writer and how the story comes. Emphasis will be put on the process of writing for a young audience; How to get started, how to finish, the perils of revision and the challenges of getting published as well as how to deal with rejection letters from the publishers. Jessie is the author of over 30 books. Rebecca Rupp, author of 8 books with 9 and 10 soon to be published will offer her approach to writing for young people with her workshop on basic how-to’s and offering hands-on writing exercises for would-be children’s book authors in her workshop entitled “Frog and Toad and Harry Potter”. Educators and would-be children’s authors can learn about how a book is used creatively in the classroom setting with a special workshop by Jeanie Domnarski of Essex, CT. Jeanie will talk about what she looks for in children’s literature that sustains it on the bookshelf and in the classroom over time. This workshop is guaranteed to offer ideas to would be children’s writers on what and how to appeal to children and educators. Teachers will be guaranteed to leave this workshop inspired. Jeanie has over 20 years experience as an owner/director of a child

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care program and has been teaching future educators at Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, CT. On Sunday afternoon, April 26th join Christine Mix of Bondville, Vermont for a workshop on illustrating Children’s literature. She will discuss and provide exercises to help students learn how ideas are turned into illustrations and stories, from sketch to storyboard, to book dummy. She will share the process and provide examples. She will also talk about the final painting, submission, printing process with children’s book publishers, copyrights and licensing. This workshop is open to participants aged 16 to adult. Both Jessie Haas and Rebecca Rupp will offer public readings and general discussions about their work on the Saturday afternoon of the Poet’s and Writer’s weekend. Jessie Haas will share her most recent book “Chase” about the Coal Country in the 1870’s at the Inn at anchester and Rebecca Rupp will read from a couple of her more recent titles in the children’s department at the Northsire Bookstore. For a full schedule of workshops, fees and presentations please visit the Greater Manchester Arts Council Web site at www.greatermanchesterarts.org, or call 362-6313. ________________________________________________

No Strings Marionette Co. Performs at the Mack Performing Arts Center

In celebration of 25 years of providing quality early education and childcare in the community, Happy Days Playschool invites the community to join them at the MACK Performing Arts Center in Arlington on Sunday, April 5 at 3 p.m. for a performance “Nick of Time” with the No Strings Marionette Co. The audience will “suspend reality and take a trip that is truly out of this world. Join Astronaut Nick Eastman and his robot companion Glitch on a space mission to study black holes. After encountering a deep-space alien, Nick is sucked into a time-warp and explores many intriguing dimensions of puppetry. See if our time travelers can decipher the gravity of their situation and save Earth in the Nick of Time.” The performance is open to the public with donations requested. Happy Days has grown from a one-room part-day preschool program serving 20 children in 1984 to a six-room full-day, infant to school age program serving 130-140 children each year. The growth and development of the program has been a community effort and we would like to give back to the community by hosting this special performance for the community. An Open House will take place at Happy Days Playschool, located at 426 East Arlington Road, from 130-2:30 p.m., on Sunday, April 5. We invite you to stop by to see the center before attending the performance. You can join the group and walk up to the MACK Performing Arts Center, which is located at the Arlington Memorial High School in Arlington, VT. No Strings Marionette Co. will also be providing a puppet-making residency at Happy Days as part of our Arts Enrichment Program sponsored in part with grants from the Vermont Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information, please call 375-6039.

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MSW Welcomes Ass’t Head of School, Seeks NEASC Accreditation

Head of School Daren Houck is pleased to announce that Karli Spence has been named the school’s newAssistant Head of School. Ms. Spence, a Burr and Burton alum who took her BA at Roger Williams University, in Rhode Island, taught in Rhode Island and California before coming to the Mountain School, as a Math Specialist, in MSW Assistant Head of School, Karli Spence 2008. Aside from her administrative duties as Assistant Head of School, Ms. Spence will be shepherding the school through what’s expected to be an 18 month accreditation process with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Founded in 1885, NEASC is the nation’s oldest regional accrediting association; its mission is the establishment and maintenance of high standards for all levels of education, from pre-K to the doctoral level. NEASC serves more than 2,000 public and independent schools, colleges and universities in New England, as well as American/international schools in more than 60 countries around the world. “Not to put too fine a point on it,” says Houck, “But NEASC accreditation is an educational ‘mark of excellence.’ It says that an accredited institution not only meets the stringent standards NEASC puts forth while setting rigorous, innovative and aspirational educational standards and goals of its own.” The Mountain School at Winhall is a state approved Pre-K-8 independent day school located in Bondville, Vermont. For more information on the school and its programs, call Daren Houck at 297-2662 or visit online at www.themountainschool.org. _______________________________________________

Community Food Cupboard Wish List For April

We have had many families with depleted pantries visiting CFC lately. This month we hope to help them re-stock the basics. Cooking oil, flour, chicken broth, mayonnaise, canned tomatoes, and rice. All donations to CFC are appreciated, and may be left in our collection box at Shaw’s Supermarket or in the hallway of the Manchester Town Office Building. April 1, 2009

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VRP will hold its sixth annual Dinner and Auction at the Barrows House Inn in Dorset on Sunday, May 17. Once again we’ll be offering a trip to Africa as one of our silent auction items. You and your partner will be eligible for six days and six nights at one of the Zulu Nyala Game Lodges located in a private game preserve. The setting is luxurious and the wild animals roam freely; a ranger will guide you through the preserve in open game viewing vehicles that allow you to take as many photographs as possible. Back at the Lodge, you can relax on the wide veranda or in the large pool, play tennis, or shoot clay pigeons. Three tasty meals a day are part of this amazing package. Includes: Accommodations for two for six nights, three meals per day, and two game viewing activities per day. Excludes: Airfare, transfers, extra tours and activities, drinks, Mzinene riverboat cruise, telephone, and any other off the reserve activities, e.g., golf excursions and side trips. Minimum bid $1,000.

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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 5:30 All What’s Cookin’? with Hannah 6:00 All Exercise Hour: Stillness in Motion with Rich Morantz; Body by Al with Allison Lewis 8:00 All The Collaborative — Prevention Works! 12:00 All Exercise Hour: Stillness in Motion with Rich Morantz; 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 Conferfence (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

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Spring Activities at The Dorset Library

On Saturday, April 4, Bunny Stories and Crafts will be held from 11 a.m. to noon in the Children’s Room at the Dorset Library. In addition, games will be played. Children will learn about the various items to be borrowed from the library including audio books, puppets, games and more. During school vacation there will be two special afternoon activities: On Tuesday afternoon, April 14, there will be a “Celebration of Books” party from 3-5 p.m. featuring new children’s books from a Libri Foundation Matching Grant. There will be stories, games, treats, and a craft for children from 4 years old and older. On Thursday afternoon, April 16, there will be a showing of the movie, “Space Dogs” from 3-5 p.m. Popcorn provided! Recently, Gail Woll, the Library Director, has been sending out eletters to let patrons know what’s new at the library. If you have not signed up for e-letters yet and would like to be ‘in the know’ come by the library and put your name on the list. The e-letters provide information about new materials and ongoing activities. The library is participating in Vermont Reads 2009. This year the book is The Emperor Was Divine. It is the story of a Japanese-American family and their interment at a relocation camp during the 1940’s. We have numerous copies of the book for patrons to borrow now! The library has several activities planned to enhance the study of Japanese culture including a Story Time for young children, an Origami Demonstration, an introduction to sushi making and other fun and stimulating programs. April 1, 2009

Mack Molding Wins 2009 Award Mack Molding Co. has been named a winner of Managing Automation Media’s prestigious 2009 Progressive Manufacturing 100 Award for its recently completed Energy Efficient Lighting Technology Project, which affected all three Vermont plants. The comprehensive lighting project, a $450,000 investment, called for the installation of more than 2,100 high-intensity fluorescent light fixtures that

increased light levels throughout the three plants and eliminated hot spots and shadows. From an energy-efficiency perspective, the initiative is expected to save over 1.7 million kWh per year of electricity, the equivalent of taking 167 cars off the road or powering nearly 300 Vermont homes. It is one of the 10 largest energy-saving projects completed by a Vermont company

in partnership with Efficiency Vermont, the state’s energy efficiency services provider. Mack will be honored at a ceremony in June along with a list of other winners that reads like a directory of Who’s Who in Manufacturing, including Alcoa, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Caterpillar, Dow Chemical, General Mills, L’Oreal, Pfizer, Pratt & Whitney, and Toshiba, to mention a few.

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Furniture Donations Wanted

Community Action in Southwestern Vermont Agency of Rutland is looking for donations of furniture in good condition. Pick-ups available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m.; or by appointment on Saturdays. Please call Donna J. Stearns at 773-9480 to arrange pick up. Your donation will help people in need. _________________________________________________

Rupert Leisures

The regular meeting of the Rupert Leisures will be held at noon in the Rupert Firehouse on Wednesday, April 8. The menu for this Easter celebration will be a chef ’s choice pasta accompanied by a salad of tossed greens and leisure’s favorite bread. Volunteer dessert makers are invited to bring any of their favorite treats to end the meal. If anyone has table decorations to lend which will enhance the theme, please consider bringing them. Please call Vivian Matteson at 394-2922 to let her know what you’ll be bringing. Cards and games will meet on the first and third Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at the Kittay Library. Foot care and blood pressure clinic will be held on the second Friday of the month beginning at 10 a.m. at the Firehouse. Sponsored by RAVNAH, the nurses would appreciate having people come as close to the beginning as possible. Please note: This clinic is for any resident of the area and is held at the Rupert Firehouse. Blood pressure check is $2, and foot care is $5.

Screening of ‘The World According to Monsanto’

“The World According to Monsanto”, a film by Marie-Monique Robin, will be shown on Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 p.m., at the Greenwich Free Library, Main Street, Greenwich, NY. Monsanto has brought us products like Agent Orange, Roundup, and 2.3.5-T. The film’s producers promote it by stating that, “Monsanto’s controversial past combines some of the most toxic products ever sold with misleading reports, pressure tactics, collusion and attempted corruption. They now race to genetically engineer and patent the world’s food supply, which profoundly threatens our health, environment, and economy. Combining secret documents with first-hand accounts by victims, scientists, and politicians, this widely praised film exposes why Monsanto has become the world’s poster child for malignant corporate influence in government and technology”. This free showing is sponsored by Dionondehowa Wildlife Sanctuary and School and the Greenwich Free Library. ________________________________________________

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Colorful Afghans at Equinox Terrace

Elsie McWayne, who has lived at the Terrace longer than any other resident, receives one of two handmade afghans donated by Bill Morris, crocheter extraordinaire. The other afghan was put up for a drawing and was won by resident Jennie Williams.

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Hildene Summer Camps Adventures for the Curious Mind

Where in June can children explore insects, the largest group of animals in the world; concentrate on a different genre of art each day for a week in July or be a VINS Trail Blazer, exploring those places off the beaten paths and not found on a map in August? The 2009 summer day camps at Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, provide all of the above opportunities and more. In addition to perennial favorites Nets, Buckets and Boots and Bug Bonanza, this year’s offerings include camps such as Story Time Art, Sets and Series in Clay and Cultural Arts. All camps take place on the estate with Hildene camp staff dedicated to fostering a child’s love of learning in a safe and friendly environment. Day campers will experience a wide variety of hands-on activities that are both educational and fun. They are encouraged to explore, experiment and make their own discoveries. This year’s staff includes Diane Newton, Hildene’s Director of Education; Manchester artist, Irene Cole; Londonderry farmer, Mimi Wright; Kate Goetz and Teri Gotgart of East Dorset’s Turning Wheel Studio and art teacher and illustrator, Anharad Edson of Manchester. All camps are one week long, most will meet in Hildene’s new Youth Education Center and run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information, to register or to request a brochure for Hildene Summer Camps, call Hildene’s Education Director, Diane Newton, at 802.367.7965 or email dianenewton@hildene.org. A full description of Hildene’s camps, schedules and fees are online at www. hildene.org/html/camp.html

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Texas Hold ‘em Tourney

A Texas Hold ‘em Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 4 at the American Legion Post #69, Arlington, VT. Doors open at noon and the tournament begins at 1 p.m. The payout depends on the number of players, with a $65 buy in and $25 rebuy the first hour. A buffet will be available. This event, sponsored by Sons of the American Legion is to benefit programs including Children and Youth, Veterans Assistance Fund, Boys State Program and other American Legion programs. For further information, call the post at 375-6157. ________________________________________________

‘First Wednesdays’ Informs of New England World War II POW Camp

Manchester, VT ~ Historian and Dartmouth College Professor Allen Koop will tell the story of Camp Stark, New Hampshire’s only World War II prisoner-of-war camp for German soldiers, in a talk at Manchester’s First Congregational Church on April 1. The talk, “Stark Decency: German POWs in a New England Village,” is part of the Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays lecture series and takes place at 7 p.m. Dr. Koop will tell a little-known New England story that reveals greater themes of human dignity and integrity. He will share how prisoners, guards, and ordinary people in the tiny northern village of Stark, NH allowed human decency to turn the bitter division of war into a camaraderie that culminated some forty years later in a unique reunion on the site where the camp once stood. The Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays series is held on the first Wednesday of every month from October through May. Talks are held at First Congregational Church and are hosted by Mark Skinner Library. The program is free, accessible to people with disabilities and open to the public. For more information, 362-2607. ____________________

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Home Buyer’s Seminar

Tinkham Real Estate will be hosting a free home buyer’s seminar on Saturday, April 4, at 1:00 p.m., 53 High Street, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090. Please RSVP by April 1 if you would like to attend, 518-6868227. Sponsored by Tinkham Real Estate, USDA Rural Development and Key Bank. April 1, 2009

Flea Market Vendors Wanted

Jeff Wilson to Hold Ofﬁce Hours

During these hard economic times are you looking to sell some of your personal items to make ends meet? BROC-Community Action in Southwestern Vermont is offering you the opportunity to participate in several Flea Market Weekends during the summer to do just that. Flea Market Location: President’s Building (Inside or Outside Spaces Available), Vermont State Fairgrounds/Rutland, VT. The time is 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For details on pricing or to get an application mailed to you, call Donna Stearns at 773-9480 or email dstearns@broc.org. Weekends available are June 6, June 12, 13, and 14; July 17, 18, and 19; and August 14, 15, and 16.

Manchester’s State Representative, Jeff Wilson, will be available to meet with constituents on Saturday, April 4, 9 a.m., at Mark Skinner Library in the downstairs meeting room.Wilson stated that, “this informal get-together presents a great opportunity for Manchester residents to get a first-hand update on news from Montpelier, ask questions, offer input, or to simply break bread over donuts and coffee”. ________________________________________________

Breakfast in Granville

The Granville Rescue Squad will be holding their annual pancake breakfast and open house on Sunday April 5 from 7 s.m. to 1 p.m., at the squad building at East Potter Ave. Enjoy breakfast, meet the members and see our state of the art equipment on display. Donatons accepted.

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Israel Congregation, MMF Host “Friend”raiser

Roast Pork Dinner

Israel Congregation of Manchester and the Manchester Music Festival are delighted to co-host an afternoon musicale that highlights the significant contributions of Jewish composers to the world’s rich musical repertoire. Performed by Manchester Musical Festival string and piano musicians, “The Ties that Bind: A Celebration of Jewish Musical Heritage” will be held on Sunday, May 24, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the main sanctuary at Israel Congregation. A “friend”raising social hour, with an appetizing dessert buffet, will follow this unique musical event. “We are thrilled to be able to perform in this wonderful space which is not only comfortable and beautiful but has great acoustical qualities”, explains Ariel Rudiakov, the Manchester Music Festival’s Artistic Director. “Reaching out to all members of the community who are interested in exploring Jewish musical roots adds to the depth and breadth of our programming array.” Founded more than 35 years ago, the Manchester Music Festival is a non-profit organization with a unique dual role: presenting classical music performances at the highest level and providing classical music education at all levels throughout the Northshire. For over 70 years, Israel Congregation has been an active member of the Manchester community, providing support for Jewish religious, social, and cultural life as well as programming for the benefit of all residents in Southern Vermont. Tickets will be available in the near future through the Israel Congregation office. For more information, please call 362-4578.

Spring has sprung and Daylight Savings has begun. The Ladies and Gentlemen’s Supper Club invite you once again to their Roast Pork Dinners. April 4 is the date to save with serving to begin at 5 p.m. at the Pawlet Community Church. If you have questions regarding the dinner, please call Doreen Mach at 325-3428 or Judy Coolidge at 3253073. Take out orders can also be made on the day of the dinner by calling the church at 325-3022. The menu will include roast pork baked with our famous topping, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, hot vegetables, cabbage salad, applesauce, fruited jello, rolls/butter, hot and cold beverages, and dessert is maple sundaes. Cost of the dinner is: adults, $10; age 12, $6; 5 and under, no charge. ________________________________________________

Masonic Scholarships Available

Red Mountain Masonic Lodge of Arlington is participating in a new program instituted by the Grand Lodge of Vermont F & AM, offering scholarship aid to Arlington High School students who would like to further their education after graduation. In this new program, the Grand Lodge will match Red Mountain’s scholarship. High School Seniors who wish to apply for scholarship aid, please send name, address and phone number to: Red Mountain Lodge #63 F & AM, c/o Bill Cotrofeld, Secretary, P.O. Box 235, East Arlington, VT 05252. An application form will be sent via return mail. ________________________________________________

SVC Students Tour Company

Seniors from the Radiologic Technology degree program at Southern Vermont College toured the Vermont Composites facility in Bennington. In the quality control area, they observed a Bennett X-Ray machine, which was manufactured in the 1960s. This machine is used to x-ray the tables to find imperfections which may cause artifacts on diagnostic images. All tables must be free of defects before they are shipped to the customer. According to SVC instructor Nancy Callandar, “It was a very interesting and informative field trip.” For more information about SVC’s degree offerings, including Radiologic Technology, please call 447-6304, e-mail admissions@svc.edu or visit www.svc.edu 18

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Grover Wins Mark Twain Scholarship

Ariel Grover, Arlington Memorial High School Senior, Mark Twain Scholar (Photo Credit: Beltrami Studios)

Well known as a student leader on the AMHS campus, Grover’s list of accomplishments is impressive. She served on the Student Council and was elected as a class officer during all four years of high school. Grover currently serves as the Student Council Secretary/Treasurer and Senior Class Vice President. She was elected president of both Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) and Vermont Kids Against Tobacco (VKAT) and was selected to represent her school at SADD and VKAT state conferences. Grover was also elected to the state-wide SADD Youth Advisory Council. An honor roll student, Grover participated in the national Close Up student government program in Washington, D.C., and was named to District Chorus. In addition to SADD and VKAT, she has participated in numerous extracurricular activities and athletic teams including the Varsity Theater Players, Madrigals Chorus, basketball, fencing, softball, dance and soccer. In addition to her school-related activities, Grover has worked with a variety of community service programs including volunteering at Turning Point, a meeting center for recovering addicts; cooking meals for the disadvantaged; serving as a counselor at a youth dance camp and assisting refugees through mission trips with Arlington’s Federated Church. Grover plans to study psychology and business in college. In addition to Elmira, she has been accepted to Seton Hall University, Champlain College and Colby Sawyer College. Grover is the granddaughter of Sandy Grover of Arlington. Founded in 1855, Elmira College is a more-selective, private, liberal arts college of 1,200 students with an historical connection to Mark Twain who wrote many of his works in Elmira, NY, where the college is located. _______________________________________________

Arlington Memorial High School (AMHS) Senior Ariel Grover was awarded the Mark Twain Honor Scholarship from Elmira College. Valued at $40,000, the Mark Twain award is given to students “who have demonstrated leadership contributions in various school, religious or community activities” and have met specific academic standards of achievement.

Learn how USDA Rural Development and NeighborWorks of Western Vermont can help you become a homeowner. Free workshop April 24, 10 a.m. to noon at the Bennington Free Library in Bennington. Space is limited, so please call 257-7878, ext. 108 by April 15 to reserve your space or for further information.

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NDS Holds Spaghetti Dinner to Beneﬁt Long Time Staff Member

Northshire Day School’s long time staff member Daphne Audy is going through a family crisis. A few weeks ago Daphne’s daughter Sara suffered some terrible burns. She has been in the hospital for three weeks with Daphne by her side. Because of this tragedy Daphne has missed some work and the medical costs are quite high. The staff at the Northshire Day School is trying to help Daphne during her time of need by having their annual spaghetti dinner a fund raiser with all proceeds going to Daphne directly. The spaghetti dinner is on Wednesday, April 1 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Day School, 5484 Main Street, Manchester Center. We are asking for a $5 donation per family. The meal will consist of spaghetti, meatballs, Italian bread, salad, beverages, and dessert. We are also selling raffle tickets with over twenty raffle items donated from local merchants. If you are interested in purchasing raffle tickets, please call Caroll or Jane at NDS at 362-1395. ________________________________________________

Welcoming Eden!

Spring is off to a great start at the Wilburton Inn. Introducing Eden Akinu Simon Zusha Levis; just call him Eden. Eden’s parents are Bonnie and Oliver Levis, the organic farmers at Teleion Holon Community Farm. Eden was born at the farm in a home birth. The Wilburton Inn dinner menu includes, as much as possible, produce grown at Teleion Holon. We have recruited Eden to be a Wilburton Inn bus boy for summer 2025. Please join us at theWilburton for dinner on the weekends or Easter Brunch.

Introducing Open Level Knitting Classes

Have you ever wanted to learn how to knit socks? Are you eager to finish stashed projects but can’t remember where you are in the pattern? Or are you interested in challenging yourself with more advanced projects? Due to overwhelming response, Yarns for Your Soul will begin offering open-level knitting classes throughout the week. Yarns for Your Soul has expert instructors on hand to introduce knitters to new techniques and help get projects back on track. Classes will now be offered on Mondays from 2-4 p.m., Thursdays from 10-noon and Sundays from 2-4 p.m. All levels are invited to participate. Classes are $15 individually or $100 for a ten lesson class card. Classes do not expire but availability is limited. Sign up now and expand your knitting knowledge! Yarns for Your Soul is located at 605 Depot St. in Manchester Center. Shop hours are 10 a.m-5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sundays. .

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Women’s Support, Empowerment Group Continues

Woman Quest will meet in Florence, Vermont, on Sunday, April 5 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Woman Quest has been created to help women make a commitment to themselves to heal, grow and make changes. $30/woman. New women always welcome. Attend when able. Call Teresa King 442-4488 with questions. Call Nancy Scarcello at 483-6152 to reserve your space and for directions.

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Bird Walk April 11 & 25 at Hildene, Call for info Time to put up nesting boxes & bird houses New bird arrivals every day! Time for new Optics! 48 Center Hill Rd. Manchester, VT (802) 362-2270

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AMHS Wins Award for No-Tanning Pledge Everyone always has a great time on prom night, but Arlington Memorial High School Prom-goers will have an especially wonderful evening this year, thanks to a $1,000 award from the Melanoma Foundation to benefit the AMHS Prom. As part of its “”Your Skin Is In” campaign, the Melanoma Foundation of New England organized a contest for high school students across the region to stop pre-prom tanning both outdoors and in tanning beds. To participate, students had to read the Foundations’ “Top Five Tanning Facts” form and sign a petition agreeing not to tan prior to the school’s prom. Ten schools throughout New England received cash prizes totaling $9,000. Arlington School District Nurse Amy Goodfellow spoke with students about the contest. “The students were very interest-

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ed in the Melanoma Foundation’s fact sheet about the relationship between sun exposure and melanoma. More than 70 percent of our juniors and seniors signed the pledge form. They learned something new, and they earned money for their prom. I was happy to tell them we won. We were the only school in Vermont to receive an award.” Founded in 1999, the Melanoma Foundation of New England is dedicated to educating the public about the importance of early detection and prevention, and helping patients and their caregivers cope with melanoma. The Arlington students who signed a No-Tanning Pledge to help raise awareness of the Melanoma Foundation of New England’s “Your Skin Is In” campaign are AMHS Juniors: Nicole

Allaire, Ryan Boyd, Zerabruk Cavallaro, Kasey Cecchini, Brooks English, Gabrielle Forgey, Dustin Harrington, Garth Jennings, Hannah Keyes, Mia Lentinello, Katherine Macksey, Anzhela Mashakada, Shay Mattison, Nicholas Nahodil, Hannah Nolan, Eric Peterson, Chelsea Reppin, Dylan Secoy, Laci Sweet, Eric Van Schoick, Alexandra Zakrzewski, Victoria Mackey AMHS Seniors: Amber Alford, Matthew Belnap, Felicia Blockburger, Samantha Boyd, Morgan Cecchini, Nicole Drobek, Sarah Duffy, Elizabeth Ferruolo, Briana Griffin, Ariel Grover, Keith Haley,Amy Horton, Richard Jarvis, Andrew Lampron, Shane Leland, Paul Morgan, Rhys Niedecker, Christopher Pugliese, Cameron Ray, Mick Sheldon, Heather Snow, and Taylor Squires.

‘Time Travelers’ Spring Break at Park McCullough House

Historic Park-McCullough presents “The Time Travelers”, a spring break program for young people ages 8-12 on April 13-17, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon daily. Time Travelers may attend the entire week of programs or choose specific days to attend. Space is limited so advance registration is strongly recommended. Monday, April 13: The California Gold Rush: Pan for gold; learn the methods used by prospectors; tour the mansion Trevor Park built with Gold Rush money. Tuesday, April 14: Looking Grand: Explore the mansion with a scavenger hunt for architectural details and learn the vocabulary used to describe them. See the “modern” elements of an 1865 house. Learn about the technological advances of 19th century design and construction. Sketching materials provided. Wednesday, April 15: Walking Tour of North Bennington. Find out why the village was built in such an unusual pattern. Hear the stories about the buildings. Sketching materials provided. Thursday, April 16: Servant for a Day (Part 1): Go behind the scenes to learn household tasks such as proper bed-making, cleaning with a feather duster, setting the table, and much more. See the House from top to bottom through the eyes of a servant. Friday, April 17: Servant for a Day (Part 2): Explore the Carriage Barn and learn the duties of coachman and groom. Get a close-up look at a 19th century carriage to see how it is put together and works. Try your hand at cleaning tack, polishing boots, beating rugs and other tasks.

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Cost is $25 per child per day or $100 per child for the entire week. Fee includes all materials and a daily snack Space is limited. Register by calling Park-McCullough at 4425441. Deadline for registrations is Monday, April 6. “The Time Travelers” is under the supervision of Richard Steege, Education Coordinator at Historic Park-McCullough. The program is made possible in part by a grant from the Ida and William Rosenthal Foundation; by gifts in memory of Eunice J. Schleif; and by the members of the Park-McCullough House Association. Contact: Patricia Gordon Michael at 442-5441, or e-mail: pgmichael@parkmccullough. org. _____________________

center - one can see and pick from trees that are growing in rows in their natural state where they were planted so many years ago. In addition to the flowering trees and shrubs there are dozens of other varieties on display - including Birches, Maples, Oaks, Katsuras, Dogwoods, Redbuds, Hydrangeas, Willows, Viburnams, and more. One third of the cost of the tour will be donated to the Vermont Food Bank in support of local food shelves. The tour originates

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catered picnic lunch. The Chittenden Bank, the Equinox Resort, Edible Green Mountains Magazine and others are working to make this rare opportunity happen. Reservations will be taken until April 11. For information or reservation call Garden Arts at 293-2064 or email sburzon@vermontel.net.

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Tree Nursery Tour to Raise Funds for Vermont Food Bank

Garden Arts announces an exclusive reservation only tour of Elhannon Wholesale Nurseries, LLC; a nearby to the trade only tree and shrub farm containing 1000’s of spring flowering trees and shrubs on display for spectacular viewing, photo taking, and for sale at one-day-only discount prices. Rivaling the splendor of Washington DC’s flowering cherry trees, this unique tour scheduled for Saturday, April 25, will expose a maximum of 50 persons to a sight and purchasing opportunity normally reserved only for landscape professionals. The public has never before been invited to this hidden gem located in only a short 45-minute ride from Manchester. A long-time supplier to prestigious landscape architects and designers from the Northeast’s large metropolitan areas, this grower digs trees and shrubs only after they have already been purchased. Thus - unlike at a garden

at the Equinox where guests will enjoy coffee in the hotel and a visit to the potty before boarding the chartered luxury coach. Upon arrival, the owners of the farm will offer a short talk on the operations of a huge tree and shrub growing enterprise as well as an orientation on the location of the various species growing there. Guests will then roam, look, and shop (there is no obligation to buy anything); and at noon before heading back to town, all will be treated to a

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Finding In-Home Care

Providing care at home for older family members can be challenging for family and friends. Whether you are a spouse giving around the clock care, or a daughter, son or neighbor who stops in regularly, hiring private part-time caregivers can improve the quality of life for everyone involved. The Senior HelpLine can provide callers with a county wide list of homecare agencies and information about the new on-line Vermont Direct Care Registry of private caregivers. www.rewardingwork. org/vt. Call the Senior HelpLine for an access code for a free subscription to the registry and for information about programs and services related to in-home caregiving; 786-5991 or 1-800642-5119.

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Kelly Moore, Local Elementary Schools To Begin 2nd Annual Charity Food Drive

With a recession-stressed environment felt across the country, Music For Mankind founder and Community Delegate for the Friends of the World Food Program, Kelly Moore continues to help his local community by preparing to start the second annual Music For Mankind Charity Food Drive in an effort to aid the Manchester Community Food Cupboard starting April 6. The Music For Mankind® Community Charity Drive will hold two Food Drives for the Manchester Community Cupboard in April. The first will be with Manchester Elementary Middle School (MEMS) from April 6 through 10. The second will be with Maple Street School, a private school in Manchester, from April 20 through 24. Moore will be addressing MEMS on Friday April 3, followed by a presentation at Maple Street School on April 6 to talk about Music For Mankind, the Music For Mankind Charity Drive, the Manchester Community Cupboard, and how the efforts of the students will help hundreds of families with basic food and living needs through the year. “Last year’s food drive was very inspiring” states Moore. “So much was accomplished and it was a great start to helping so many. This year I know the kids are working extra hard making banners and getting ready for the big drive.” In 2008, Kelly Moore approached the two schools with a contest idea in an effort to help the local community. The two schools combined raised over $3,000 worth of food items. Moore was recently named a United Nations Delegate to Peru and traveled to the Andes mountains to see how the efforts of Friends Of The World Food Program had successfully taken shape, and is just as happy to help out locally. “The differences between Nicaragua and Peru were startling.” states Moore. “I’ve seen what the difficulties are and how devastating they can be, and I’ve seen the successes and how inspiring and exciting they are, too. To come home to Vermont and Manchester, and help here in my own community where there is also such a need, and to make a difference like this is an enormous honor for me.” In less than two years, Moore and his organization Music For Mankind ® have been seen on various blogs across the country with interviews coming from WCAX TV’s “Across The Fence”, Vermont Public Radio, and has been featured in various local and regional papers for his efforts. His promotional DVD continues to air nationally on Dish Network and on over 40 Community Access and college television stations around the Northeast. Efforts from Music For Mankind® has fed over 30,000 people, 25,000 being children to date, and has raised awareness on a worldwide scale that ending global hunger is an obtainable goal. Music For Mankind ® encourages other businesses to participate by allowing them to place a box in their stores, and can be contacted at 362-3806. or at www.musicformankind.net.

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Pownal Town Meeting

A planning meeting of all interested people and organizations will be held on Wednesday, April 22, at 7 p.m., on the top floor of the Pownal American Legion on route 7 in Pownal. We will be sharing ideas and commitments from people to plan events to take place at any time during the year 2010. 2010 will be the 250th anniversary of the signing of Pownal’s charter by Benning Wentworth. We hope to have at least one major event a month sponsored by an organization or an individual. The event does not have to be historic in nature. Hikes, presentations, block parties, barbecues...any and all will be welcome. We’re looking for individuals and organizations that are willing to take the responsibility to organize and carry out events that are open to the public. Since Pownal’s anniversary falls a year before

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most other towns in Vermont, this is an opportunity for Pownal to show the public all that is comfortable and exciting about Pownal. In addition, we are trying to identify old photos and documents about Pownal that can be copied and held for the future of everyone in Vermont. If you have any questions at all, please call either Wendy Hopkins 823-5405 or Ray Rodrigues 823-0198. ________________________________________________

Pre-Licensing Class

Hoosick Falls Central School will sponsor the 5-hour Pre-licensing Class needed to take the NYS Driver’s test on Thursday, April 2. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. in the High School office, with class following promptly at 5 p.m. A valid NYS driver’s permit and a $35 fee is required. For information, call Terri Burdick 518-686-9492 x1034.

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Arlington Spring After-School Activities

The snow is melting fast, so it must be time for the Spring Session of Fisher Elementary’s After-School program. Offering a variety of programs for area children in grades one through five, Spring Session classes begin at 3 p.m. with a school-provided snack and end at 4:15 p.m. Each activity meets once a week for six weeks unless otherwise noted. Fisher After School offers three sessions of activities throughout the school year. Spring Session 2009 program offerings are Fencing with Arlington’s Fencing Coach Dr. Robert Zimmerman (Grades 4 and 5), Recycled Art Workshop with local artist Tulianna Garces (Grades 1-5), Girls on the Run with Arlington teachers and community members Donna Bazyk, Maggie Forti, Chelle Hallett, Allyson Hoffman, Anne Rogers and Gretchen Wiley (Grades 3-5), Hip Hop with Arlington Varsity Dance Team Coach Allyson Hoffman (Grades K-2 and 3-5), Blooming Chefs with Blooming Chefs Director Carol Adinolfi (Grades 3-5), and Odyssey of the Mind with educator Maggie Forti (Grades 4 and 5). For more information about Fisher After School or to register your child, contact Yvonne Sutton at 375-6409. For more information or to make a donation to the Arlington Arts & Enrichment Program, contact Anne Rogers at 375-8097; www.arlingtonmemorialhs.org. ��

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The Tutorial Center: Where Learning Becomes Success!

Want to improve your computer skills for your own use or to land that new job? Then the Tutorial Center is here to help! If you want to become more familiar with computers, or brush up on your skills our Introduction to Computers class may be the thing for you. Many work environments also require computer skills and now is the time to improve your skills to build your resume and skill level. The next Introduction to Computers class is being held from April 13-April 29, at the Bennington center Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Fee is $65. For more information call The Tutorial Center, 447-0111. Juliana Simpson, Tutorial Coordinator will be happy to answer your questions. _________________________________________________

Annual Spring Auction to Beneﬁt St. Mary’s Academy

On Saturday, April 4, St. Mary’s Academy of Hoosick Falls invites you to attend its Annual Spring Auction. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. for previewing. Live auction will begin at 7 p.m. A silent auction will be held simultaneously. Ron Seifert will be the master auctioneer. Many diverse items will be up for auction including antiques, furniture, jewelry, sports memorabilia, unique service packages and more. Admission is $5. Light fare and cash bar will be provided. Programs listing all auction items will be presented at the door. Now taking reservations for tables. For more information or a table reservation, please contact Mary Haynes at 518-686-4314, ext 206.

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Do You Have Talent?

The Historic Salem Courthouse Preservation Association will once again be hosting the “Old Courthouse Talent Trials” on Saturday, June 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Fort Salem Theater. Actors, singers, dancers, bands and comedians of all ages are welcome to audition. A Professional Development Scholarship will be awarded by a panel of arts professionals to the winners of three divisions - youth, teen and adult - based on their performance. The Scholarship includes personal coaching by Jay Kerr, the Artistic Director at the Fort Salem Theater. Mr. Kerr has trained performers on and off Broadway for more than thirty years and has worked with such professionals as Joanne Woodward, Sutton Foster, Frank Gorshin and Lillias While. He has trained singers in performances that won them Tony Awards. The winners of the Talent Showcase will benefit from Mr. Kerr’s vast knowledge during the summer culminating in a performance in the Fort Salem Cabaret in August. Auditions will be held in the beautiful courtroom of the Historic Salem Courthouse on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. until noon and Sunday, April 26, from 5-7 p.m. The Talent Trials last year drew contestants from Salem, Greenwich and Cambridge, who performed to an enthusiastic audience. This will be the sixth year the Talent Trials are produced and will once again feature Master of Ceremonies Dan Garfinkel who is known for his wit and charm. Tickets for the performance are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 18 and will go on sale at the Courthouse on May 1. The proceeds from this event will help support restoration and adaptive use of the Courthouse as a true community center. Please contact the Courthouse or Dan Garfinkel with your intention to audition at salemcourthouse@verizon.net. For information regarding this or any event, check the web site at www. salemcourthouse.org.

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HFCS Presents ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

The Hoosick Falls Central School Drama Club is proud to present their Spring musical “Once Upon A Mattress!” The show, a hysterical re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The

Princess and the Pea,” will run for three performances: Friday, April 3 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 4 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 5 at 2 p.m. Thanks to the support of the

Hoosick Falls Central School District, we are able to offer free admission to all of our shows! There will be a 50/50 raffle each night, with all proceeds going to the Performing

Arts Booster Club. “Once Upon A Mattress” takes place in a fictional medieval kingdom ruled by the talkative Queen Aggravaine. The mute King Sextimus has fallen under a curse that cannot be broken until ‘the mouse devours the hawk.’ The Queen has declared that no one in the kingdom may marry until Prince Dauntless weds. Unfortunately, no princess has ever been able to pass the Queen’s test. When Sir Harry and Lady Larken discover they are expecting a child, Sir Harry embarks on a quest to find a princess suitable for Dauntless’s hand in marriage. What he brings back is the brash and unrefined Princess Winnifred the Woebegone, setting off a wildly comical chain of events. The fate of the kingdom rests in a small pea lying beneath 20 soft downy mattresses. The musical is directed by Robert Allen, with set design by Charles Krawczyk and costumes by Missi Reynolds. Sami Benkowski is dance choreographer, and Charles Krawczyk and senior Justin Carter are serving as lead builders, aided by Dwain Wilwol. Tom Revane and Lancelee Trimm are the leads on lighting design, with Paul

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Donohue on sound design. Junior Emily K. Wilwol is stage manager, sophomores Amber Luke and Mary Luke head the props department, and senior Simeon Youngmann is lead set painter. A Note To Parents: This show is an extremely funny and lighthearted comedy set in a fairy tale land of knights and ladies, princes and princesses. There is no improper language, no fighting, and the action and stage direction are styled much like a cartoon. ________________________________________________

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Solar 101

Following up on the very successful “Heating with Pellets 101” seminars offered last spring, Friends of the Sun in Manchester is hosting two seminars on the benefits, costs and mechanics of installing solar systems in your home. Demonstrations of the working systems at the store will be offered. Details of the Vermont Solar Incentive and Federal tax credits will also be provided. The first seminar will be held on April 4 from 9-10:30 a.m., and will focus on solar hot water systems. The second is on April 25 at the same time and will discuss photovoltaics (solar electric). Both will be held at our store at 159 Depot St. There is no cost to attend and all attendees will receive a coupon good for a free solar site visit (a $100 value). Please call 362-4070 or e-mail marty@friendsofsun. com with any questions or to pre-register. _________________________________________________

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Annual Family Fair

The Bennington County Child Care Association is having their 19th Annual Family Fair on Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bennington Elementary School on School Street in Bennington. Please join us for this free, fun day! Beth Bidwell’s Wild Things, the Whirling Twirlers, and the Berkshire Dance Theater will be entertaining us along with many wonderful Bennington County Child Care Programs and Community Partners. The admission is free and a nutritious lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., for $2. Free door prizes all day long! Bring the entire family and tell your friends! See you there!

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Special Easter Events, Offerings Easter Bake Sale

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Easter Bunny at McDonald’s!

Hop on over to McDonald’s of Manchester on April 7 to meet the Easter Bunny at a very special event to benefit Home Away From Home Preschool and Childcare center. The Bunny will be there from 4-7 p.m. with treats for the little ones and smiles for all! McDonald’s will be donating a portion of their sales that evening to Home Away From Home.

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Naga Bakehouse to Donate 10% of Sales

Tikko Freilich wants to know if you’re looking for a modern twist on a traditional Passover Matzah? Naga Bakehouse of Middletown Springs, Vermont is offering a handmade, wood-fired artisan Matzah for Passover that is made with Vermont Wheat. For a limited time you can find Vermatzah at Israel Congregation, New Morning Natural Foods and the Northshire Bookstore. Naga Bakehouse will donate 10% of all sales of Vermatzah to the Vermont Foodbank. Matzah, an ancient round unleavened bread is a symbol of freedom, simplicity and the return of spring - a metaphor for getting back to the basics. Passover is the festival of Spring and of freedom - symbolizing the renewal of nature and of the human heart. This holiday is a wonderful time to reconnect with the land, to observe the rebirth of nature, to sow the seeds of spring and to partake in the renewed sprouting of the body, the mind and the landscape. For more information contact Naga Bakehouse by e-mail at nagabake@vermontel.net.

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Easter Egg Hunt on the Green in Dorset

There will be an Easter Egg Hunt on the Green in Dorset on Saturday, April 11 starting at 11 a.m. The kids will also enjoy face painting and an egg toss! There will be prizes for each age group, from ages 2 to 8. Remember to have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny! This event is sponsored by the Dorset Union Store. _____________________

Children’s Easter Fair Invitation

A Children’s Easter Fair will be held at the First Congregational Church in Manchester Village on Saturday, April 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Children will color eggs, plant seeds, make butterflies and make many other crafts in celebration of Easter. They will also have the opportunity to hear a special story, participate in an egg/ spoon relay and have their faces painted. Food and drink will also be offered. All these offerings are free and open to all. For further information, please call 362-2709. April 1, 2009

Special Easter Events, Offerings Bake Sale in North Granville, NY

The North Granville United Methodist Church will not be having an April supper this year. HOWEVER, don’t spend your weekend baking but join us for a Bake Sale on Good Friday, April 10 from 1-4 p.m. at the church on Route 22 in North Granville. Goodies will include our delicious homemade pies, cakes, sweet breads, rolls, cookies, baked beans, and fudge. The church is handicap accessible. ________________________________________________

Easter Egg Hunt for Wee Ones!

The junior Group from the Federated Church, Ice Pond Road, East Arlington, is inviting all children between the ages of one and six to participate in an old-fashioned Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 11 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. There will be crafts, snacks and story time in Bailey Hall after the hunt, for all who wish to celebrate this blessed time of year with community and friends. The junior Youth Group is a community-minded group and has donated $331.25 to the Arlington Food shelf, helps with Eat to Heat Spaghetti dinners, and other fund raising programs throughout the year. They are an exceptional group of young people and you can rest assured your children will be in good hands.

Enjoy a Spring Fling in West Pawlet

The West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department is holding their Spring Fling on Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Have fun with raffles, an Easter egg hunt at 12:30 p.m., a marvelous bake sale and enjoy lunch at the same time! For further information, please call Edna at 645-0174. ________________________________________________

Holy Week Services at Zion Episcopal Church

Zion Episcopal Church, Manchester Center, invites the community to Holy Week services and events. Morning Prayer will be said Monday through Friday, April 6-10, at 9 a.m. On Wednesday, April 8, from noon to 12:30 p.m. Christopher Lewis will be playing the organ, followed at 12:30 by a brief service of Holy Eucharist and Healing Prayer. On Maundy Thursday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m. there will be an Agape Meal with lamb provided and the rest of the meal pot-luck, followed at 7 p.m. by footwashing and Holy Eucharist. Easter Sunday, April 12, services of Holy Eucharist will be at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. with an Easter Egg Hunt following the 10 a.m. service. Zion Episcopal Church is located at 5167 Main Street/Route 7A North, between Candeleros and Ye Olde Tavern. For more information, contact Zion Church at 362-1987 or see the Web site at www. zionchurchmanchester.org.

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Special Easter Events, Offerings Londonderry Holy Week Services

Sunday, April 5 is Palm Sunday. The Second Congregational Church will have a congregational reading of the Passion at their 9:30 a.m. worship. The First Baptist church worships at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 9 is Maundy Thursday and the joint worship service will be held at the Second Congregational Church at 7 p.m. Good Friday is Friday, April 10, and the joint worship service will be at the First Baptist Church in South Londonderry at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday is April 12. For more information about either church or any of the services please call 824-6453.

Holy Week at Federated Church

We welcome all to join the congregation at the Federated Church of East Arlington at 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 5, as Holy Week opens with the observance of Palm/Passion Sunday with the glory of Jesus’ triumphant arrival in Jerusalem. The service will begin with the joyful presentation and blessing of the palms. Both Palm Crosses and/or fresh palms will be available to all in attendance. The Rev. Kathy Clark will lead the participatory Passion narrative from the Gospel of Mark. On this first Sunday of the month we will also observe the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. As is our custom all are invited to bring non-perishable food items to replenish the supplies for our neighbors served by the Arlington Food Shelf. The choir will offer special music as part of the service under the direction of Music Director Harriet Dearden Welther accompanied by guest organist, Harriet Dearden. After the worship service all are invited to Bailey Hall for refreshments and fellowship to benefit the Community Summer Lunch Program. On Thursday, April 9 at 7 p.m., Maundy Thursday will be observed with a service of footwashing with two representatives of the congregation. The Sanctuary of The Federated Church is open regularly Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for prayer and meditation. In observance of Good Friday, the Sanctuary will be open for prayer and meditation from noon until 3 p.m. with written materials available to use for personal reflection. Senior Meals are served on Tuesday and Thursday at noon. If you would like to participate in the Ride-Share Program, call the church office, 802-375-2548, for more information. _______________________________________________

Holy Week Observances

The First Baptist Church of Bennington, Vermont, invites you to Holy Week activities, commencing this Sunday with worship services on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. The children will lead the procession of the palms, and the congregation will reflect upon the beginning of Christianity’s most sacred of seasons. On Thursday evening, April 9, 2009, the congregations of First Baptist and “Old First” Congregational will share an ecumenical Maundy Thursday service. At 6 p.m., a community-wide potluck will be offered, followed by the Maundy Thursday communion service at 7 p.m. Any person is welcome to attend the meal or the religious service. The Rev. Louis Guariniello will join the Rev. Jerrod Hugenot in conducting the service. On Good Friday, First Baptist will participate in the evening service to be held at St Peter’s Episcopal Church on Friday, April 10, at 7 p.m. On Easter Sunday, April 12, First Baptist celebrates Easter with joyous music and proclamation at its 9:30 a.m. worship service. The service marks the high point of the Christian year, as Christians gather to sing praise to the risen Christ. The Rev. Hugenot offers the sermon “Mark Ends, Easter Begins”. An Easter egg hunt for children and coffee hour fellowship follows the service at 10:45 a.m. An American Baptist congregation, the First Baptist Church is located at 601 Main Street in downtown Bennington. 32

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Deals on Wheels

Spring, spring, glorious spring! Finally! After a winter filled with a bounty of snow we are all more than ready to enjoy the coming of warmer weather. For anyone who is trying to find a good, inexpensive way to get out as well, or if you have a used bicycle in good condition then get ready for the 1st Deals on Wheels Bike Swap for 2009. Beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 5 at Battenkill Sports in Manchester Center, this annual series of events creates great opportunities to buy or sell good, used bikes and gear as well as directly benefiting the Community Food Cupboard, especially in the month of April. There is no admittance fee to participate or commission charged on sales. Successful buyers and seller are asked to make a small cash donation which goes directly to the CFC.This month, any donations are

eligible for additional funding from the Feinstein Foundation of Rhode Island which will divide $1,000,000 among hunger fighting agencies nationwide. Every dollar raised by the CFC allows the purchase of ten pounds of food. The Community Food Cupboard has become an even more vital service to the community than ever as these tough econmoic times are felt here in the Northshire. At 9 a.m. on Sunday April 5, sellers are asked to bring their bikes to Battenkill Sports and register their sale items. From 9:30 until 4 p.m., the public is welcome to browse the selection and hunt down that perfect deal, be it a bigger bike for a child, a knock around town ride for someone, or a road or mountain bike. Refreshments while you browse. For more information please call Battenkill Sports at 362-2734 any day from 9:30 to 5:30.

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SPORTS Northshire Hockey Peewees Bring Home Championship Trophy The Northshire Hockey Peewee (12 and under) team finished their season by bringing home the championship trophy in the annual Spring Fling Hockey Tournament held in North Adams, MA last weekend. The Peewees played teams from Kearsarge (NH), Pittsfield (MA) and North Adams (MA). The team’s overall record for the 2008-2009 season was 20-4-0, playing teams from Vermont, Massachusetts and the Capital Region of New York. For more information about the Northshire Hockey Association contact Karen Grabher, Registrar 3668218 grabherhockey@comcast. net. _____________________

Northshire Peewees: Jake Poelmann, Julian Woodrow, Joshua Schefﬂer, Elijah Brown, Jack Little, Jake Bookspan, Adrian Woodrow, Andy Ishu, Tyler King, Abby Marmer, Nolan Johnson, Nathaniel Eisenman, Andy Barlow, Devin Straley, Justin Tegen and Hunter Borwick. The Peewees are coached by Gary Marmer, Barry Brown, Suzanne Benoliel and Paul Tegen.

Shehadi and Cestone win Equinox Tennis Tournament

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The 8th annual Equinox Tennis Tournament for the benefit of Bennington County Meals on Wheels was held at the Equinox Hotel in Manchester on Saturday, March 21. The format, arranged by club professional Seth Gabriel, was set up in the style of a pro-am tournament, since many of the players are active teaching professionals or their equivalent. The facility, the “bubble” at the Equinox, was again graciously donated by co-owners Richard Ader and David Shehadi. This corporation is currently seeking state approval for a similar, but improved, facility in Bennington, with plans to encourage increased youth participation in tennis. Following two hours of competition, slots in the final were won by the teams of Dave Shehadi/Ken Cestone and Mark Kevorkian/Peter Woods. After three sets, two hours and multiple changes of lead Shehadi (Dorset) and Cestone (Bennington) finally pulled out the win at 6-2 in the third set. Through the generosity of Bennington County sponsors. more than $4000 was raised to help offset the shortfall in state and federal funding, putting us a step closer to keeping our senior population healthy and independent. The BCMOW office is located at 124 Pleasant St., Bennington, 442-8012.

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Qigong Intensive is Offered

Cans for Cancer!

Green Mountain Tai chi announces a Qigong Intensive, facilitated by certified instructor Rich Marantz. It will be held Saturday April 4 from 10 a.m-4 p.m at Teleion Holon Community Farm, 2106 River Road, Manchester. At this workshop participants will learn in detail Wudang Huan yuan primordial Qigong and Dao yin nourishing life exercises.The benefits of these simple and gentle ancient Chinese exercises, which use the mind, breath and body can range from a sense of calm and well being to profound physical, emotional and spiritual healing. To learn more or to register contact Rich at 645-1960 or rich@greenmountaintaichi.com ________________________________________________

Please donate your cans and bottles to a great cause! Terri Burdick, member of the Hoosier Hopefuls Relay for Life team, is collecting cans and bottles all year long! Call her at 518-686-7851 for pick-up, or bring to the Nickleback Redemption Center on lower Carey Avenue in Hoosick Falls and donate to our account! A great way to help fund finding a cure for cancer!

Free Introductory Healing Arts Sessions

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Mountain Healing Arts is offering free introductory healing arts session on Wednesday, April 8, 10 a.m. to noon. Have you ever wondered… what polarity therapy, reiki or reflexology is; what does a Swedish massage feels like; what is a detox ionic foot bath; how does the body heal itself naturally; how homeopathy can help healing? Mountain Healing Arts is located at 231 Bonnet St (Route 30), Manchester Center. For further information or a reservation, call Julie at 394-7837.

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Adult R.A.D Self Defense will be held April 27, 29, May 4, 6 and 11 6:30-9 p.m. at the Dana Recreation Center in Rutland. This five-session program is designed for women ages 12 and older that teaches awareness, risk education, avoidance, and basic self defense. This course is sponsored by Rutland City Police Department, Rutland Recreation and Parks Department, Community Education at Rutland Regional. Registration is required to attend. To register, or for more information, please call Cindi Wright at the Dana Recreation Center at 773-1822, ext. 13. ________________________________________________

Northshire Nonproﬁt Network Meeting

The Northshire Nonprofit Network will be meeting on Friday, April 3, 8 a.m., at Hildene (Beckwith Room), Route 7A, Manchester, Vermont. The topic is “Attracting Affluent Donors to Your Nonprofit.” Guest speakers are Andy Campanella, Financial Advisor from Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management, and Matt Santangelo, Certified Trust and Financial Advisor and Vice President of Merrill Lynch Trust Company. Mr. Santangelo is a senior trust and estate specialist and will share his knowledge from the Merrill Lynch Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Management. People at all levels of giving think about how best to maximize their gift, especially in these economic times. In this presentation, the discussion will focus around building relationships with affluent donors, what is their motivation for giving to your nonprofit, and how you can develop a plan to engage these donors for the long term. This meeting is free and open to staff, board members, and volunteers from all nonprofit organizations in the region, as well as other interested people. Refreshments will be served. The meeting generally ends around 9:15 a.m., or so. For additional information about this program or any other upcoming Northshire Nonprofit Network programs, call Seline Skoug at 362-9181 or e-mail her at seline.skoug@castingforrecovery.org or visit the NNN Web site at www.nnnvt.wordpress.com.

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Wells United Methodist Church If you are a young family living in the Wells area, and you would like to meet some “fun folks”, how about coming to the Wells United Methodist church to pay a visit. The congregation is a small but friendly group, with the Sunday morning service at 8:30 followed by a coffee hour from 9:30 to 10:30. The new young Sunday School, conducted by Kari and Gina, meets at 8:30 Sunday morning, and Fridays after school the “Kids Club” is held. The church has a very active mission program, which requires many fundraisers. The world wide missions from such events as Katrina to the situation in Mozambique are carried through the church Conference on World

Relief (UMCOR). How about sharing your adventures, something about yourselves, with us? Why did you move to Vermont? Where are you from? Just remember not to let a Vermonter talk off your ear! Life can throw a lot at any of us these days, so a few new friends might be a big help. Please consider sharing some time with the folks at Wells United Methodist Church. We can all get through the “down days” together. Sunday, April 5 is Palm Sunday. What better time to start a new friendship? Easter Sunrise Service is Sunday, April 12 at 7 a.m. For further information, call 802-287-4406

Green Mountain Tai Chi

Green Mountain Tai chi announces a meditation and philosophy class. This event will be held on Tuesday April 7 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Manchester Acupuncture and Herbs, 2434 Depot St., in Manchester. At this class, participants will learn a self-healing meditation as well as the philosophy that guides us to be able to deepen our meditation. No experience is necessary to attend and a freewill donation will be accepted. For more information contact Rich Marantz 802-645-1960 or rich@greenmountaintaichi.com.

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Help Prevent Animal Cruelty April is Animal Cruelty Awareness Month – a time to think about what we can do to help the most vulnerable among us – the animals who have no way to help themselves. Animals are really not that much different than humans. They feel pain and fear just as we do. Sadly, they have no way of speaking for themselves. So we must speak for them. 1) First and foremost, set a good example for others to follow. As Mahatma Gandhi said “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by

the way its animals are treated” 2) Teach your children the importance of kindness and respect for all living creatures; and if you have pets, teach your children how to care for them. 3) Become more aware of the animals in your community. Are there any animals in your neighborhood showing signs of abuse or severe neglect? What about that dog left chained in the back yard often without adequate food, water or shelter? 4) If you know of, witness or suspect animal cruelty or neglect, report it to the appropri-

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Green Cars

Glen Whitten, Londonderry, is organizing a Green Car Group. If you are interested, please e-mail Glen at whitttair@yahoo.com, or drop him a note at P.O. Box 477, Londonderry, Vermont 05148.

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Pets of the Week

training. Brady needs to learn all of his manners! We recommend a home with children ten years and older. Cats are fine and other dogs are possible upon introduction. If you are looking to add a vocal goofball to your tribe, then come meet zany Brady! Brady is an 11 month old male Husky-Black Lab mix who came to SCAC because a child in his home was severely allergic to him. The family did not want to give him up and one can tell that he was very devoted to his people. Brady is a happy, yet oblivious, boy who requires a good deal of training and a lot of exercise. We recommend basic obedience, leash, socialization and crate

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Mocha and her littermates had to depend on the kindness of neighborhood residents for food. Because Mocha Chunk has not had a lot of interaction with people, she is nervous and fearful. She gets along well with other cats and would do best in a quiet home. These pets and others are available at Second Chance Animal Center, Route 7A, Shaftsbury, VT. Call 375-2898 for information. _____________________

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Save Items for Habitat Auction

When you are doing your spring cleaning this year, please remember that Bennington Area Habitat for Humanity will hold its third annual Auction and Tag Sale on Saturday, July 18 at A SAFE PLACE Self Storage in East Dorset. We will be accepting items at A SAFE PLACE on Saturday mornings in June and early July. We also can arrange pickups in June. We are unable to accept mattresses, TV’s, and items that you do not think would sell in an auction or a tag sale such as worn out couches. To schedule a pick-up please call Bill Hoyt at 824-5055 or e-mail at Bhoyham1@myfairpoint.net after May 10. All proceeds from this event go toward providing decent and affordable housing to our partner families in the Bennington area. Also, we would welcome volunteers who would like to help in this project either individually or as part of a group. ________________________________________________

A Community Wind Forum will be held on Monday April 6, at 7:30 p.m., at the Tinmouth Community Center to discuss and ask questions about the large

Tag Sale to Beneﬁt Manchester Ballet A Tag Sale will be held at the Manchester Grange on Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. You will find many things for children such as clothing, books, toys and more. This tag sale is to benefit Manchester Ballet.

Jungle Gym Co-op Kids’ Tag Sale

The Jungle Gym Co-op will host a Kids’ Tag Sale on Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Quality toys, books, baby gear, equipment/furniture, puzzles, videos, and clothing, for babies and kids ages 0 through 6 years. Come check out a great selection at great prices. All proceeds will benefit the Jungle Gym Coop, an indoor play space for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. This incredible sale only happens once a year, so join us on Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jungle Gym located at 254 Airport Rd., Building 3, Manchester Center. April 1, 2009

industrial wind project under development in Ira, Tinmouth, Middletown, Clarendon, Poultney and West Rutland. The developer, Vermont Community Wind, will give a brief presentation with lots of time for questions from citizens and towns. This development has the potential to visually and audibly affect these towns and their residents, as well as provide tax revenue. Is this a good deal for your town? Come and ask questions and find out more. The Vermont Community Wind Web site has a map of the proposed development at http://vtcomwind.com/ VCWFGallery.html. For more information, contact Marshall Squier at 235-2718 or mosquier@vermontel.net.

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Natalee Everett Exhibit Opening

The Gallery at Equinox Village proudly announces the opening event for our next featured artist, Natalee Everett, on Thursday, April 2nd from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Guests will have an opportunity to enjoy her oftwhimsical, “primitive”, folk-style while sampling delicious hors d’oeuves. A well-known local artist, Everett’s exhibit is not to be missed! Born in Litchfield, CT, Everett has lived in Vermont since 1956. She painted her first mural as a teenager and has since been featured in publications from the New York Times and Woman’s Day to House Beautiful and Good Housekeeping. She has worked for clients all over the country, including actress Goldie Hawn, and has exhibited in group and solo shows throughout Vermont, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut. The reception is free and all are welcome to enjoy good food, good company and an opportunity to meet the artist. The exhibit will be open to the public from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily until May 1. For more information or to RSVP for the opening reception please call Lisa Fairley at 362-4061 or email lfairley@equinoxvillage.com. ________________________________________________

Arthur Jones Exhibits at Dorset Library

Dorset native Arthur Jones, a great favorite with area residents and collectors across the country, will exhibit his paintings at the Dorset Library during the month of April. Admired for charming landscapes and still life paintings, Jones’s work is both sophisticated and folksy, and has maintained a strong appeal for over half a century.

Word of Mouth Film Series

The Word of Mouth Film Series presents 2009 Academy Award Winner for Best Animated Feature Film, WALL-E on Friday, April 3 7:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse, 108 School St., Bennington. WALL-E tells the tale of a robot left behind to clean up Earth while the human race bides its time in space, waiting for machines to fix the mess they’ve left behind.…a rather brilliant comment on the inherent dangers of mass commercialism and the ramifications �� of humans becoming slothful �� and lazy because of technology. �� Doors open at 7, and admission is free. Sponsored by �� the Unitarian Fellowship of Bennington. ��

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Last fall, the Southern Vermont Arts Center presented a retrospective “Arthur Jones: Images 1948-2008” which featured forty pieces of his work. Mr. Jones was born and raised in Dorset, the son of a farmer and housewife who lived at the top of Dorset ‘s Nichols Hill Road. He attended Burr and Burton, and in 1948, at age 20, he was invited to show his work with the group known as the Southern Vermont Artists. He then advanced in 1954 to his first solo show at the Art Center. The exhibit at the Dorset Library will feature many of his smaller, affordably-priced paintings of his beloved barns, floral pieces and still lifes. All art sales benefit the library. Please join us for a coffee reception with Mr. Jones on Saturday, April 4th from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The exhibit runs through the end of April, and is free and open to the public. For information, please visit www. dorsetlibrary.org or call the library at 867-5774. _______________________________________________

Spring Prelude Art Show

Celebrate spring’s arrival and check out Spring Prelude, a watercolor and mixed media art exhibition by Anita Witten, at the Martha Canfield Library in Arlington, VT, from April 1 to 30. Join the artist for an opening reception on Saturday, April 4 from 3–5 p.m. Artist Anita Witten likes to play with space. She frequently juxtaposes found materials or objets trouves in unexpected ways using a subtle palette. Nostalgia is a strong element in these two- and three-dimensional works through her use of endpapers, old fabrics, manuscript scraps, or pressed botanicals that she combines to create a visual diary. The Canfield Gallery is located in the Martha Canfield Library on East Arlington Road across from Arlington High School. For more information, call the library at 375-6153 or visit the library Web site at www.marthacanfieldlibrary.org.

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ENTERTAINMENT The Dorset Players announce that there will be a meeting for all potential directors for its 2009-2010 season on Monday, April 6 at 7 p.m. at the Dorset Playhouse on Cheney Road in Dorset, Vermont. If possible, aspiring directors are asked to bring to the meeting copies of scripts of the play being submitted for consideration and be prepared to speak about the piece. Each season, the Dorset Players present a fulllength play in October, December, March and a musical in May. The December show is intended for presentation to area children. To be considered, each hopeful must have produced, directed or �� stage-managed another play for �� the Dorset Players, or have direct�� ed a full length play at another �� locale. Those who do not meet �� this criteria will be encouraged to �� consider directing a one-act play �� in April. �� For further information, please �� contact Kevin O’Toole at 802�� 867-5711. For more information �� about the Dorset Players, visit its �� newly revamped Web site at www. �� dorsetplayers.org. ��

In a continuing effort to bring unique events to the community,Village Picture Shows has worked with Alliance for Justice of Washington, DC to present the story of a fellow Vermonter. Access Denied? The Fight for Corporate Accountability focuses on the life of Diana Levine of Marshfield, Vermont. Diana’s life was turned on its heals after receiving what was to be a routine medical procedure. The documentary follows Diana’s struggles with everyday life, through the trials and tribulations of taking her case to the highest court in the land. The documentary which was produced by Alliance for Justice was created to expose the steady transformation of federal courts into institutions that have routinely favored corporate interests over everyday Americans through the stories of musician Diana Levine who lost her arm due to poor drug labeling, and Donald Hickey, whose pacemaker malfunctioned, nearly killing him. In both instances the manufacturers claimed that they could not be held accountable for the consequences since the faulty products had been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In recent years, U.S. Supreme Court opinions have moved toward using “preemption” to enable federal agencies to override states’ consumer protection laws, but on March 4, 2009, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with Diana Levine in a 6-3 decision, rejecting the premise that drug manufacturers who fail to warn consumers of the dangers associated with their products can evade responsibility for the harm they can cause. Join Diana Levine in person for Vermont’s only film screening of Access Denied? The Fight for Corporate Accountability followed by a discussion with Diana Levine herself. The unique opportunity will be presented Sunday, April 5, 2009 from 5-6 p.m. at Village Picture Shows, 263 Depot Street, Manchester Center, Vermont 05255. The event is free and open to the public. For more information visit www.villagepictureshows.com, or call 362-2982. The views expressed are solely those of the author/speaker/film and do not necessarily reflect the views of Village Picture Shows. We do, however, encourage and welcome the opportunity to host groups and individuals with a story to tell. Please call us for more information. ________________________________________________

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Auditions for ‘The Sound of Music’

The Brandon Town Players will be holding auditions for Rodgers and Hammerstein's “The Sound Of Music” which will be held at the Paramount Theatre in Rutland on July 16-19. All auditions will be held at the Pittsford Congregational Church, Rt. 7, Pittsford. Auditions for children/teens will be held on Saturday, April 4 and Saturday, April 18 at 10 a.m. Children/teens will be taught a song and will be required to sing and read from a script. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Auditions for adults will be held Saturday, April 4 at 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 7 at 6 p.m. with call backs scheduled for Saturday, April 18 at 12:30 p.m. Adults trying out for a featured role should be prepared to sing a song from a Broadway show and provide a music score for the accompanist. For more information call Dennis W. Marden at 247-5420. April 1, 2009

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Manchester, 7:30 a.m. AA Straight from the Heart Group, Mecham St., Wallingford, 9:30 a.m. Al-Anon ACOA: 10:30-11:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Church, North Bennington AA meeting (topic/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House, 2 and 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, Beginners’ Group, Christ the King School, Rutland, 7 p.m. NA Back to Basics Group, Second Congregational Ch, Bennington, 7 p.m. AA meeting (speaker/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House 7:30 p.m. AA open discussion group, Sherburne United Church, Killington, 8:15 p.m. H.S. Meeting Book Second Congregational Church, Bennington, noon, Room 6. Teen Support Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m., Room 6 Sunday: AA meeting, “As Bill Sees It,” Wilson House, East Dorset, 8 a.m. Al Anon meeting 8 a.m. Wilson House, East Dorset, Open discussion. Al-Anon meeting, Serenity House, Wallingford, 10 a.m. AA meeting, Weston Priory, Weston, 1:30 p.m. AA Big Book, Green Mountain Group, East Poultney Baptist Church, 7:30 p.m. AA 11-Step Meeting, Sunday, 7 p.m., Telion Holon Retreat, River Rd., Manchester AA Shoulder to Shoulder, HoJo Inn, Rutland, 7 p.m. AA meeting, Federated Church, Castleton, 8 p.m. AA meeting, St. James Episcopal Ch, Arlington, 8 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, Federated Church, Castleton, 8 p.m. Monday: Al-Anon Turning Point Club,

Bennington, 7 p.m. AA Sweet Serenity Trinity Episcopal, Rutland, noon. AA Beginners, Wilson House, East Dorset, 6:30 p.m. AA Beginners meeting, Dorset United Church, 6:30 p.m. AA meeting for Gay/Bi/Lesbian/ Transgendered Persons, 7 p.m., Turning Point Club, Bennington AA Start Living Group, St., Peter’s School, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, St. Thomas Episcopal, Brandon, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, First Congregational Ch, Newfane, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, Baptist Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. AA discussion meeting, United Church, Dorset, 8 p.m. H.S. Meeting Book Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday: AA meeting, Trinity Episcopal, Rutland, noon. AA Women’s Meeting, Wilson House, East Dorset, 6:30 p.m. Rutland County AA Men’s meeting, Grace Congregational Ch, Rutland, 7 p.m. Al-Anon ACOA meeting, Bennington College, North Bennington, 7 p.m. AA Meeting, Serenity House, Wallingford, 7 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m., Bennington Free Library AA Meeting, Wilson House, East Dorset, Big Book Tapes, mens meeting, 6:30 p.m. AA meeting, Chapel of the Snows, Stratton, 8 p.m. Al Anon meeting, 8 p.m. Wilson House, East Dorset, Open discussion AA meeting, St. James Episcopal Ch, Arlington, 8 p.m. SMART Recovery: Brattleboro Retreat Cafeteria, 7 p.m. 254-5568. Wednesday: Al-Anon, Burdett Commons,

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Arlington, noon. AA Big Book Group, Good Shepherd Lutheran Ch, Rutland, 5:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Church, Rte. 7A (previously Maple Street School) 7:30 a.m. ACOA, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Route 7A Al-Anon Courage to Change, South Londonderry Baptist Ch, 7 p.m. has moved to Main St. in Weston, VT to the meeting room across the parking lot of the Old Parish Church AA Step meeting, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Brandon, 7 p.m. AA meeting, Holy Trinity, Danby, 7:30 p.m. H.S. STEP meeting Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m.

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Bennington Women’s Meeting of AA: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Turning Point Club, 465 Main St., Bennington, VT DA - Debtor’s Anonymous, Wed. 8-9 p.m., Turning Point Club of Bennington, 465 Main St., Bennington, VT, 442-9700

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Thursday: GED Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. GED Class, Mack Molding, Arlington, 6 p.m. Tuesday: GED Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 9 a.m., 5:30 & 6 p.m. ESL Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 4:30 p.m. GED Class, Mack Molding, Arlington, 6 p.m. Wednesday: Dept. of Employment & Training, Veterans Memorial Drive, Bennington (first Wednesday), 10 a.m. GED Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 3 p.m. A Mustard Seed Group St. Peter’s School, Rutland, 8 p.m. MIND & BODY WELLNESS Thursday: Medicare Assistance, Zion Parrish, Manchester, 10 a.m. Disabled American Veterans

Meeting, American Legion Hall, Chester, first Thursday) 7:30 p.m. Friday: Wellness Clinic Smith Haven, South Londonderry, third Friday, 10 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic, Robert Milbauer Realty, Newfane, third Friday, 10 a.m. Saturday: CoDA, 12-step fellowship to maintain healthy relationships, 9:30 a.m. Wilson House, E. Dorset, 362-5524 Monday: Support group for family members of those suffering from mental illness, first Monday at 7 p.m., South Londonderry Library, Clare at 824-3909 Parents in Crisis, SVMC, Bennington, 7 p.m. RSVP Bone Builders: Call RSVP at 447-1545 for info. Free. Arlington, American Legion Hall, Mon and Th, 10:30-11:30; Manchester, Masonic Temple, Mon, Wed, 11 a.m; Manchester Town Hall, Tues 10 a.m. & Thur, 12:30 p.m. Tuesday: LaLeche League Support Meeting, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Marriage Support Group, Northshire Baptist Fellowship,

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every other Tuesday, 5769 Main St., Route 7A, Manchester. Call Warren 362-1988 Nice & Easy Aerobics - Beginner, Bennington Firehouse, River St., 8:15 p.m. 447-5693. All Gain, No Pain Senior Strengthening Class - Bennington Firehouse, River St., 10:30 a.m.; N. Bennington Congregational Ch, 10:30 a.m.; Manchester Town Hall, 12:30 p.m., 447-5693. Blood Pressure Clinic, Second Congregational Church, Londonderry, 2nd Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. Support group for family members of those suffering from mental illness, Third Tuesday at 7 p.m., UCS, 316 Dewey St., Bennington. Clare at 824-3909. Overeaters Anonymous, RRMC, Rutland, 7 p.m. Wednesday: Aerobic Indoor Walking - Beginner, Mon, Wed, Fri., Bennington Firehouse, River St., 8:15 a.m. 442-6886 Senior Exercise Classes, Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 1 p.m. Bereavement Support Group, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 1 p.m. Women’s Cancer Support Group, Vermont Country Store,

Manchester, First Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Bereavement/Loss Support Group, SVMC, Bennington, fourth Wednesday, 6 p.m. Caregiver Group, Grace Cottage Hospital, Townshend, 6:30 p.m. Bereavement Support Group, SVMC, Medical Office Bldg., Bennington, 6:30 p.m. Chronic Fatigue Support Group, Red Barn, Rtes 11/30, across from Wessner’s, Manchester, 7 p.m. C.H.A.D.D. Informational Meeting, RRMC, Rutland, first Wednesday, 7 p.m. Thursday: Arthritis Support Group, Second Congregational Church, Bennintgon, fourth Thursday, 1 p.m.

MUNICIPAL MEETINGS

Thursday: Granville Town Board Meeting, Town Hall, Granville, NY second Thursday, 7 p.m. Weston Volunteer Fire Dept. Drill, Weston Firehouse, second and fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. Sunderland Elementary Planning Commitee. 2nd Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Londonderry Planning Committee, Town Office, Londonderry, second and fourth Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Wallingford Planning Committee, Town Hall, First Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

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Weston Volunteer Fire Dept, Weston Firehouse, first Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Danby Selectman meeting, Town Clerk’s Office, 1st Thursday, 7 p.m. Monday: Poultney Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, 2nd & 4th Monday, 6:30 p.m. Castleton Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Grafton Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Weston Conservation Committee meeting, Town Office, third Monday, 7 p.m. Chester Planning Committee meeting, Town Hall, first and third Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Manchester Village Planning Committee meeting, County Court House, first Monday, 7 p.m. Londonderry Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7:00 p.m. Pawlet Planning Committee meeting, Town Hall, fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Jamaica Selectmen’s meeting, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Rutland Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, West Rutland, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Chester Selectmen’s meeting,

Town Hall, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Rupert Planning Committee meeting, Town Clerk’s Office, first Monday, 7 p.m. Stratton Selectmen’s meeting, Towwn Office, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Mt. Holly Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, first Monday, 7:30 p.m. Sunderland Selectmen’s meeting, Sunderland Elementary School, first and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Jamaica Planning Committee meeting, first and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Shaftsbury Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7:30 p.m. Poultney-Mettowee Natural Resources Conservation District Meeting, district Office, Poultney, second Monday, 8 p.m. Tuesday: Fair Haven Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Weston Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second and fourth Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Pawlet Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wells Selectmen Meeting, Wells Town Hall, every other Tuesday, 7 p.m. For info. 645-9020

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Shaftsbury Zoning Board meeting, Town Office, second & third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Shaftsbury Planning Commission, Town Office, first & third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Winhall Planning Committee meeting, first and third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wallingford Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, first and third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Dorset Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Rupert Selectmen’s meeting, 2nd Tue., Town Clerk’s Office, 6:00 p.m. Mt. Holly Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Winhall Board of Adjusters meeting, Town Hall, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Pawlet Board of Listers meeting, Town Hall, third Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Dept of Employment & Training Information, Veteran’s Memorial Dr., Bennington, 1st Wednesday, 10 a.m. Winhall Regular Monthly Board meeting, 1st, 3rd Wednesday, 6 p.m. Mountain School Parent Council & Mountain School of Winhall Parent Council Meeting at the Mountain School, (2nd Wed.) 7:00 p.m. 297-2122 Stratton Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Sandgate Planning Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Fair Haven Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, second and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Castleton Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, first and thrid Wednesday,7 p.m. Winhall Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, first and third Wednesday, 7 p.m. Sunderland Zoning Board meeting, Sunderland Elementary school, third Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Peru Selectmen’s meeting, Town Center, first and third Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Bennington Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, first and third Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Peru Zoning Board of Adjusters, Peru Town Center, fourth Wednesday, 7:30 p.m

MISCELLANEOUS

Thursday: Equinox Valley Toastmasters, Ai Squared, 130 Taconic Business Park Rd, Manchester Ctr., 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., info: jshukla@aisquared.com Arlington Lions Club American April 1, 2009

Legion Room, second and fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. Red Clover Chapter, Embroidery Guild of America, Trinity Church, Rutland, second Thursday, 7 p.m. Friday Success by Six Play Group, Mettowee School, West Pawlet, 9:30 a.m. Dorset Historical Society, open 10 a.m. Ladies Fellowship, Missionary Alliance Church, Bennington, 9:30 a.m. Monday Catholic Daughters meeting, St. Margaret Mary’s Church, Arlington, first Monday, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Manchester Rotary meeting, Ye Olde Tavern, Manchester, noon Kiwanis Club of Manchester & the Mountains, first & third Tuesday of each month at Ye Olde Tavern, Manchester, 6 p.m. Manchester Community Foundation meeting, Chittenden Bank, Manchester, First Tuesday, 4 p.m. Unit 69 American Legion Auxiliary, Legion Room, Arlington, second Tuesday, 7 p.m. Catholic Daughters meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Manchester, second Tuesday, noon. Mt. Equinox Grange meeting, Grange Hall, Manchester, third Tuesday, 7 p.m. #45 American Legion meeting, Currier Memorial School, Danby, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Dorset Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, Dorset Firehouse, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Manchester VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Harned Fowler Post #6471, second Wednesday, 7 p.m. Wantastiquet Rotary, Swiss Inn, Londonderry, 7 a.m. Red Clover Award Program K-4, Mark Skinner Library, Manchester Village, 3:45 p.m. Southwestern VT Access Television board meeting, SWVT Office, Manchester, first Wednesday, 7 p.m. Manchester Lions Club meeting, VFW, second and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Knights of Columbus Council 6816 meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Manchester, first Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

BRIDGE

Riesenfelder, Director, at 362-5304. Open Duplicate Bridge, 6:30 p.m. Zion Episcopal Church Annex, Manchester Center, Director John Conova, 325-6384 Friday: Open Duplicate Bridge, 12:15, Director, Robert Smith, 362-4224 Summer Sessions, Wednesday & Thursday afternoons, beginning July. TBA

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Thursday: Bingo, MWA Hall, Wells, 7 p.m. Bingo, Pownal American Legion, Post 90, Route 7, Pownal; doors open at 5; bingo starts at 6:30

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p.m.; open to public. Friday: Bingo, Masonic Lodge, Route 30, Jamaica, 7 p.m. Bingo, Knights of Columbus Hall, Granville, NY, 7 p.m. Saturday: Bingo, Granville Hook & Ladder, Granville, NY 7 p.m. Sunday: Bingo, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Monday: Bingo, Middletown Springs Fire House, 7 p.m. Tuesday: Eagles Bingo, Manchester, 6:45 p.m. South Bennington Bingo, Bennington Club, doors open 5:30 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. $1,000 permanent jackpot progressive; kitchen service; 802-447-1619 for info Wednesday: Bingo, South Wallingford Grange, 7 p.m.

FOOD • SENIOR MEALS

Thursday: Townshend Senior Meals, Townshend Church, first and third Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. Manchester Senior Meals, Manchester Town Hall, noon Wells Senior Meals, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Senior Meals, East Arlington, Bailey Hall, noon. Senior Meal at Williamsville Community Hall, 4th Thursday at noon. Tuesday: Townshend Senior Meals, Townshend Church, first and third Manchester Senior Meals, Manchester Town Hall, noon Wells Senior Meals, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Senior Meals, East Arlington, Bailey Hall, noon Senior Meal at Williamsville Community Hall, 4th Thursday at noon.

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PRAYER GROUPS

Thursday: Prayer Group, Congregational Church, Chester, 6 a.m. Prayer & Praise Service, Chapel of the Snows, Stratton Mountain, 7:30 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study, Truthville Baptist Church, Granville, NY, 7p.m. Community Bible Study, nondenominational for women, children, 10 a.m September -May. Bennington. 447-4745. Friday: Shabbat Services, Israel Congregation, Manchester, 6:30 p.m. Saturday: Torah Shabbat, Israel Congregation, Manchester, 9:30 a.m. Monday: Prayer meeting, Baha’i Faith at 7 p.m. For info., call 802-447-3866 Tuesday: Bible Study, Congregational Church, Chester, 6 a.m. Wednesday: Holy Eucharist , St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Chester, 7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist & Healing, Zion Episcopal Church, Manchester, 12:15 p.m. Mt. View Baptist Church Services, Danby Four Corners, 6 p.m. Spiritual Renewal for Busy Lives, Embury United Methodist Church, 41 East Main St., Cambridge, NY, 518-677-3602, 1st, 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. Bible Study, Mt. View Baptist Church, Danby 4-Corners, 7 p.m. Bible Independent Baptist Church, Prayer and Bible Study, Rod & Gun Club, Manchester, 7 p.m. Healing Service, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Chester, second Wed. 7:30 p.m. Prayer & Praise, Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Muddy Lane, Manchester, 7 p.m., 362-1988

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Sunday: Zion Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8 & 10 a.m. (childcare at 10 a.m.) Eucharist w/healing Wed. 12:15 p.m. St. Paul’s, Mass, 8 & 10 a.m. First Congregational Church, Sunday Services Chapel, 8:30; Grade 6-Adult Christian Education Classes 9:30 a.m.; Godly Play Program of Sacred Storytelling for children ages 4-11 during 10:30 service; Nursery available for infant-3 years beginning ata 10:30 a.m. Rev. Dr. Steven E. Berry, Pastor, 362-2709; www.firstcongregational manchester.org Equinox Terrace, Services for Seniors, 10 a.m. St. Paul, Danby Holy Trinity Church, 11:30 a.m. First Baptist Ch., ABC, Manchester Center, Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday Prayer Ministry, 9:30 a.m. 802-362-1555. Rev. Dr. Robert Carpenter Northshire Baptist Fellowship, 5769 Main St., 10 a.m. adult & children’s Bible classes, 11 a.m. Worship service and Children’s Church; 6 p.m. Bible study, 3621988. Weekday Mass: St. Paul’s Church: Mon, Fri, 8 a.m. ARLINGTON Saturday: St. Margaret Mary’s, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: St. James Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8:00 a.m. Rite I and 10 a.m. Rite II. Rev. Scott Neal 375-9952, stjamesarlington.org; stjamesparish@myfairpoint.net Federated Church, East Arlington, United Church of Christ, United Methodist Church, Ice Pond Road, worship service, 10 a.m.; www. earlingtonfedchurch.org; 375-2548, Rev. Kathleen S. Clark, Pastor Chapel on the Green, West Arlington, Services, 7 p.m., last Sunday of the month, 6 p.m. covered dish supper. BENNINGTON Saturday: Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales, Vigil, 4 p.m. Sunday: Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales, Mass, 8 & 10 a.m. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8 & 10 a.m. (SS 9) First Church of Christ Scientist, Services, 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 108 School Street, Services, 10 a.m., (religious education, child care, 10 a.m.) Church of Jesus Christ of Latter April 1, 2009

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Saturday: St. Joseph’s Church, Saturday Afternoon Mass at 6:30 p.m. Sunday: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Sunday Services 8 and 10 a.m.; SS, 9:15 a.m. 875-6651 First Universalist Church, Services, 9 a.m. Congregational Church, Services, 10:30 a.m. (SS 9:30 a.m.) First Baptist Church, Services, 10:30 a.m. (SS 9:15 a.m.) St. Joseph’s Church, Sunday Morning Mass at 10:30 a.m. DANBY Sunday: Danby Congregational Church, Morning Services, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Mt. View Baptist Church, Danby Four Corners, Services, 11a.m. & 7 p.m. Mt. View Baptist Church, Danby Four Corners, Young People’s Group, 6 p.m. DORSET Saturday: St. Jerome’s, East Dorset, Mass, 7 p.m. Sunday: Congregational Church, East Dorset, Services, 9:30 a.m. (SS 9:30 a.m.) The United Church of Dorset and East Rupert, Services, 10 a.m. (SS 9:45 a.m.) GRAFTON

Sunday: Grafton White Ch., Services, 9:00 a.m. JAMAICA

Sunday: Jamaica Community Church, Services, 10 a.m. (SS 10 a.m.) LONDONDERRY Saturday: St. Joseph’s Chapel, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: Second Congregational Church, Services, 9:30 a.m. (child care) First Baptist Church, Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m., Worship 9:30, childcare provided. Communion celebrated 1st Sun. of each month; coffee hour following. Rev. Vern Stanley, Interim Pastor, 824-6046

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MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS Sunday: Community Church, Services, 10 a.m. 9:05 a.m. all ages Sunday School St. Anne Church, Mass, 8:00 a.m. MOUNT HOLL Y Sunday: Our Lady of Mercy, Mass, 8:30 a.m. PERU Sunday: Peru Congregational Church, Main St., Sunday Service, 9:30 a.m. Child care provided. Pastor Margaret, 379-1438. POULTNEY Saturday: St. Raphael Church, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: St. Raphael Church, Mass, 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 9 a.m. United Methodist Church, Services, 10 a.m.; (SS 9:45 a.m.) United Baptist Church, Services, 10 a.m. (SS & Nursery care 9 a.m.) Welsh Presbyterian Church, Services, 10 a.m. RUPERT Sunday: United Methodist, Services, 9 a.m. Congregational Church, Services, 10:30 a.m. Disciples of Christ, West Rupert, Services, 11 a.m. (SS 9:45 a.m.) SANDGATE

Sunday: Sandgate United Methodist Church, Services, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

The Townshend Church UCC & ABC, Worship Service 11 a.m., w/childcare WALLINGFORD Saturday: St. Patrick’s Church, Mass, 5 p.m. Sunday: Union Congregational Church, Services, 9: a.m. (SS 9 a.m.) St. Patrick’s Ch., Services, 10:30 a.m. Wallingford Baptist Church, SS 9:30 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m. East Wallingford Baptist Church SS 10 a.m. Service 11 a.m. WELLS Sunday: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8:45 a.m. United Methodist Church, Sunday Worship, 8:30 a.m., fellowship following. Rev. David Adams. 2874406. Communion, fist Sundays. WESTON Sunday: Old Parish Church, Service, 10:30 a.m. Sunday School/Child Care. All welcome Group 6 p.m.)

NEW YORK Saturday: Mass, Salem’s Holy Cross Church, 5:30 p.m.; Greenwich St. Joseph’s Church, 4 p.m., Cambridge St. Patrick’s Church, 4 p.m. Sunday: Mass, Salem Holy Cross Church, 8:30 a.m.; Greenwich St. Joseph Church, 10:15; Cambrtidge St. Patrick’s Church, 10:30 a.m.; Schuylerville’s Notre-DameVisitation Church, 8:30 a.m. Embury Methodist Church of Cambridge, Services, 110 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Church of Granville, Holy Eucharist, 10 a.m. (coffee hour after service in undercroft) Truthville Baptist Church, Granville, Services 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; SS 9:45 a.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Salem, Holy Eucharist, Rite I, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays & Prayer Book Holy Days: 11 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I Shushan Methodist Church, Services, 9:30 a.m. All Saint’s Episcopal Church, Hoosick Falls: Eucharist Service 9:30 a.m. S.S. 9:15 a.m.; Healing Prayer and adult Bible study, Wed. 6:30 p.m.; Father Gary Strubel, 518-686-9037

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