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www.vermontnews-guide.com • September 2, 2009

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Above: Happy runners at Maple Leaf Half Marathon ...details about the Maple Leaf Half Marathon scheduled for this month on page 50 Top right: Lyman Orton, right, and Janice Izzi invite you to the free Art of Action Exhibition at Hand Motors September 1-14 ...details on page 51 Right: Artist Roy Egg invites all to spend an afternoon enjoying Art on the Green ...details on page 22.

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OUR READERS’ LETTERS We typically do not publish anonymous letters unless they are signed with a request to remain anonymous. We are making an exception to the rule this week, and publishing the letter below which was not signed and arrived in an envelope with no return address, no signature, and our printed address taped to the front of the envelope. Everyone is entitled to their opinion.

Further, about concealed weapons you apparently do not know that in the states where “concealed carry” permits are legally allowed, crime has been lowered. Maybe you should seek out these facts, before you sound off again on this subject. But I guess you’ve been putting your time into proof-reading. (HA! Joke! At our house we like to see how many errors we can find in each of your issues. One issue took the cake: 18 errors, before we stopped counting.) How about doing some factchecking, or maybe just some thinking, before you do your writing. And how about stopping this maligning of decent lawabiding citizens who know they have every right to carry a gun, and are certainly not using the gun to bolster their views or to win any arguments at a Town Hall meeting. Sometimes your editorials are just silly. But sometimes they’re just plain stupid. I challenge you to print this letter of mine, and see if (word left out) gets any response. (Yes, I’ve been rude. But I’m right, and

Dear Susan J. Coons, You really are almost beyond belief. I’m sending this without my name, because we meet up with each other, from time to time, and I don’t want to ruin our lovely relationship by having you know how little I think of you. Your column about the people carrying guns — and how they were arrogantly trying to intimidate — was really the limit. Perhaps you should try understanding things a bit better. The people who carry their guns unconcealed are about the safest people in the world. They would, in fact, be ready to protect YOU, if some criminal was about to do harm with a weapon that had probably been concealed.

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On behalf of the entire Fisher Elementary School community, I would like to thank the Arlington Arts & Enrichment Program (AAEP) for their support of our First Day activities. With their help, we hosted the international puppet performance group Big Nazo. The Big Nazo players greeted Fisher families at the start of the day and then entertained us with a student and staff interactive show. Celebrating the start of the school year is a great way to acknowledge the importance of education, and we are fortunate to have AAEP fundraising for Arlington schools. With deepest appreciation, — Deanne Lacoste Principal, Fisher Elementary School, Arlington, Vermont ____________________

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Please join us for the next Community Dinner in Peru which will be held on Wednesday, September 9th at noon at our Town Center. Our prelude to foliage menu includes meatloaf, zucchini casserole, roasted sweet potatoes and apple crisp for dessert. Come enjoy the solace of our mountain town and fellowship of one another. To make a reservation, call Tracy Black at 824 - 6793. All are welcome! September 2, 2009

Meals on Wheels

Suggested donation of $3.00 per meal For reservation or cancellation in Bennington: 442-8012 Manchester: 362-3714 Wednesday, September 2 Sweet & Sour Meatballs, Herb Rice, Oriental Veggies, Mandarin Oranges, Bread and Milk. Thursday, September 3 Spinach & Bacon Quiche, White Beans w/Tomatoes, Garden Fresh Salad, Fruit Parfait, and Milk. Friday, September 4 Chicken Parmesan, Buttered Noodles, Brussels Sprouts, Pineapple, French Bread and Milk. Monday, September 7 CLOSED LABOR DAY Tuesday, September 8 Hamburger Steak w/ Mushrooms, Over Noodles, Cauliflower, Peas & Carrots, Peaches & Cream and Milk. ______________________

Town of Manchester Property Taxpayers

The Pawlet Town Offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th, 2009 in observance of Labor Day. _____________________

The first installment of the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 taxes is due and payable on or before September 11, 2009, at 4:30 p.m. Taxpayers may pay this installment in one of the following ways: 1. By mail. Send check or money order to the Town of Manchester, Finance Office, 6039 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont 05255. Payments not postmarked by the due date will be deemed overdue and are subject to interest charges, by law (1% per month or portion, first three months, 1-1/2% per month thereafter). 2. In person. The Finance Office is open between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Voters at Town Meeting established the dates and time of installments. Payments made in person after that time will be deemed overdue and are subject to late charges, by law. Please use the correct Town of Manchester mailing address: Town of Manchester, 6039 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont 05255. ____________________

IN THIS ISSUE:

Baked Ham Supper

Pawlet Town Ofﬁces

Antiques & Auctions........... 48 Automotive......................... 68 Classifieds........................... 62 Creatures/Environment....... 46 Entertainment..................... 52 Fine Arts/Crafts................... 51 From My Corner..................24 GNAT-TV Schedule............. 10 Mind & Body....................... 43 Restaurants......................... 53 Service Directory................. 59 Sports................................. 50 Job Connection................... 70 Weekly Almanac................. 53 Worship.............................. 58 September 2, 2009

Peach Shortcake Supper

American Legion Post 69 Arlington Monthly Meeting

The First Congregational Church of Fair Haven, Vermont, is offering their annual Peach Shortcake Supper on Saturday, September 12, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the church. The meal will include hot turkey and gravy, baked beans, homemade bread, vegetables, salads, beverages, condiments, and peach shortcake for dessert. Cost is $8 for adults; $3.50 for children 5 to 10 years of age; no charge for 4 and under. For further information, call 802-265-8864 or email: pastor@sover.net.

On Thursday, September 3, the monthly meeting of Post 69 Arlington will take place at the legion hall on East Arlington Road, Arlington, Vermont at 7 p.m. Following the regular meeting there will be a meeting of the Executive Committee. ��

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The Mount Holly Historical Museum invites the community to enjoy a home-style Baked Ham Supper on Saturday, September 19. Museum members will be roasting the ham and serving it with all the fixings along with delicious homemade pies for dessert. This family style dinner will be served beginning at 5 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall in Belmont. The supper is to benefit the Mount Holly Historical Museum. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For further information, please call 802-259-2679. Vermont News Guide

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Lobster Feast at Equinox Terrace

Quantities of lobster, corn on the cob, and all the trimmings, accompanied by decorative paper lobster placemats and bibs, were enjoyed by Terrace residents last week at this annual event.

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Stand-up Shakespeare on the Mt. Holly Stage

Pork Chop Dinner at St. James Episcopal Church, Arlington

At a free performance, Saturday, September 5 at 3 p.m., fourteen On Saturday, September 12, St. James Episcopal Church in Arlington New York City actors led by our Jamie Ward, part time resident of Mt. will be holding a Pork Chop Dinner, complete with roasted vegetables, Holly, Vermont is bringing a new concept to the Mt. Holly Library and salad, pecan pie and beverages. The price for this full meal is only $12 Community Center Stage. “Stand-Up Shakespeare”, in the tradition of adults; $8 for children ages 8-12. There will be two seatings: one at 5 Comedy Central’s stand up comedians, is a show that will amuse you p.m. and one at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door. and entertain you. They will perform a self-contained show that will This program supports not only St. James, but will also benefit the include the drama, music and comedy of William Shakespeare. Bennington Area Habitat for Humanity, with 13 percent of the proYou will experience the best monologues and scenes from a dozen ceeds from this fundraising going to BAHH. St James is located on different plays presented in three or four minute vignettes. See how Route 7A in the center of Arlington. For more information, please call each of these snippets of Shakespeare will be interpreted and expressed the parish office at 802-362-9952. by each actor. This will be a fast-paced and fun way to experience the famous bard. All products of “The Michael Howard Studio” this group of acting professionals meet every Labor Day Weekend in Killington, Vermont for a “Shakespeare Retreat”. Each day of the retreat is divided into workshops, games and performance challenges with the intent of deepening the understanding of Shakespeare. These very talented professional performing artists’ credits include extensive acting in film, television, commercials and professional theater and they have agreed to share their time and tal�� ents while here in Vermont. �� All participants are members of either the Screen Actor’s Guild or �� Actors’ Equity. This show will be an �� explosion of words, passion, comedy �� and tragedy! Don’t miss this oppor�� tunity to witness great Shakespeare �� performed by the pros in a beautiful �� location in Mt. Holly, Vermont. ��

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Roast Turkey Supper

Roast Turkey Supper with all the trimmings, family style on Thursday, September 10, beginning at 4:30 at the North Granville, New York United Methodist Church on Route 22. Adults, $8; children 3-10 $3. The church is handicap accessible. All are welcome. September 2, 2009

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Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning presents “Energy and Climate: Breaking the Link”, with Middlebury College Professor Rich Wolfson on Wednesday, September 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This presentation will take place at Burr and Burton Academy’s Hunter Seminar Room in Manchester, Vermont. Modern industrial civilization thrives on a prodigious appetite for energy—for each of us, some 100 times the energy our own bodies can produce. Serious environmental effects of our energy consumption have been evident locally for many centuries—witness the significant air-pollution episodes that plagued London beginning with the use of coal in the thirteenth century. But today human civilization has grown to the point where the impact of our energy consumption is truly global with the greatest single impact being climate change. This talk reviews the energy/consumption patterns, the sources and uses of that energy, and its impact on climate. The talk ends with suggestions for breaking the energy-climate link, giving us a future that might enjoy the benefits of energy without its climate-changing impact. This talk is based in part on Prof. Wolfson’s book, “Energy, Environment, and Climate” (W.W. Norton 2008). Professor Wolfson is a Benjamin F. Wissler Professor of Physics at Middlebury College, and also teaches in Middlebury’s Environmental Studies Program. He did undergraduate work at MIT and Swarthmore College, graduating from Swarthmore with a double major in physics and philosophy. He holds a master’s degree in environmental studies from the University of Michigan, and a PhD in physics from Dartmouth. His current September 2, 2009

research involves the eruptive behavior of the Sun’s corona, as well as terrestrial climate change. Other published work encompasses such diverse fields as medical physics, plasma physics, solar energy engineering, electronic circuit design, nuclear issues, observational astronomy, and theoretical astrophysics. Wolfson is particularly interested in making science relevant to nonscientists and to students from all walks of academic life. Registration is $15. For more information and to register, please call Renee Bornstein at 802-362-1199 or visit www. greenmtnacademy@gmail.com. ____________________

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Knitting Caps for The Little School

Throughout the month of September, Yarns for Your Soul will be collecting knitted and crocheted caps for kids and adults. Continuing with the yearlong charity knitting campaign, “Knit For Your Soul and Theirs,” Yarns for Your Soul will collect caps of all shapes and sizes. This month, Yarns for Your Soul is knitting for The Little School in Weston, Vermont. As part of The Little School’s fall fundraising event, “Caps for Sale,” we are asking that knitters donate at least one hat to help reach The Little School’s goal of 200 caps to be sold to benefit the nonprofit preschool. Upon donating a cap to Yarns for Your Soul, the shop will give volunteers a coupon for 10 percent off a future purchase. Yarns for Your Soul will be collecting caps until October 1. Knitters can receive a free cap pattern with the purchase of yarn. Please visit the shop for more information. 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. September 2, 2009

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Come and Celebrate Second Chance Animal Center’s 50th Anniversary Animal-lovers, friends and supporters of Second Chance Animal Center in Shaftsbury, Vermont, are invited to a gala celebration of the Center’s 50 years of serving the pets and their people of Bennington County, northern Massachusetts and eastern New York State. The celebration will take place Sunday, September 13th, from 11 a.m. ‘til 3 p.m., rain or shine, on the front lawn of the Vermont Veterans’ Home in Bennington. Starring in the festivities will be the featured guests, animals large and small. From companion pets to livestock to more exotic creatures, all are welcome, for promoting their health and happiness has been SCAC’s mission for the past half-century. Also on hand will be a host of animal-themed vendors, artists and exhibitors, including canine breed rescue groups, health and wellness experts, groomers, animal nutrition consultants and many others who are dedicated to the well-being of all animals. Among the planned attractions for youngsters are a children’s activity table, games, Judy the Musical Clown, who creates balloon animals and does face-painting, as well as wagon rides provided by Lively’s Livery and their American Cream draft horses. On sale will be whimsical T-

shirts to commemorate the day that were especially designed for SCAC by artist Anna Dibble of Peru. Enjoy music throughout the party, courtesy of Barry Hyman’s band Zuela, along with an all-you-can-eat barbecue featuring hot dogs and burgers, a wide variety of homemade salads and sodas for $5 per person, followed by free birthday cake! The shelter will be selling raffle tickets for a canine-inspired quilt that was handmade and donated by Jane Wright of Cambridge, New York; the winning ticket will be drawn at SCAC’s Holiday Open House on December 5. Also on display will be photos and memorabilia documenting SCAC’s programs and outreach efforts throughout the years. So mark the date, and watch for more information about our 50th anniversary party. Then, pack up the kids and pets, and join us at the Veterans Home gazebo in celebration of our caring for thousands of animals since 1959, and our commitment to continue serving as many as need us in the years to come. For more information, or if you would like to be an exhibitor, vendor, or volunteer that day, call Nancy Boardman at 802-375-6138. _________________________________________________

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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 5:00 All Kritters in the Kitchen 5:30 All What’s Cookin’? with Hannah 6:00 All Exercise Hour: Stillness in Motion with Rich Marantz; Body by Al with Allison Lewis 8:00 All The Collaborative — Prevention Works! 12:00 All Exercise Hour: Stillness in Motion with Rich Marantz; Body by Al with Allison Lewis Channel 17/Government Programming** All Times a.m./p.m. 5:00 T-TH Arlington Select Board Meeting 6:00 F-M Gov. Douglas Press Conference (when available) 7:00 F-M Sen. Bernie Sanders Press Conference (when available) 7:00 T-TH Dorset Select Board Meeting 9:00 T-TH Manchester Select Board Meeting 12:00 F-M Gov. Douglas Press Conference (when available) *Community Bulletin Board shown between all programming ** Classic Arts Showcase shown between all programming Contact GNAT-TV at 802-362-7070; gnat-tv@comcast.net or visit the website at www.gnat-tv.org

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Lisa Souls, president of the Rotary Club of Manchester presents Melissa Morrison with a membership pin, inducting her into the club Tuesday August 25, at the weekly meeting held at Ye Olde Tavern, Manchester, Vermont.

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LTS Announces the Irene & Bing Hunter Memorial Golf Tournament in Support of Scholarship

Long Trail School invites the community to participate in its seventh annual golf tournament at the Golf Club at Equinox on Sunday, September 13. In past years, LTS has honored Bing Hunter. This year, in memory of Irene Hunter and with her family’s support, the tournament has been renamed the Irene and Bing Hunter Memorial Tournament in Support of Scholarship. Irene and Bing Hunter were passionate about education and LTS, and also were known for their love of golf. Head of School John H. Suitor III stated, “We are so grateful to Irene and Bing Hunter and the entire Hunter family. We deeply appreciate their commitment to provide educational opportunities to area children and to LTS students in particular.” Suitor added, “Our scholarship program was one of the founding principles of our school, and we hope the community will join us for a great day of golf in support of a wonderful cause.” This year, prizes will be awarded for gross and net in three divisions: Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed teams. Prizes include rounds of golf at various Vermont courses, dine-around packages, and spa packages, as well as fun awards for specialized contests. Entry fee for a foursome’s participation in the tournament is $400, which includes greens and cart fees, cookout dinner, and a welcome bag for each player. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m., with the tournament shotgun start at 1 p.m. The cookout and awards ceremony will follow play. This tournament is presented by the Long Trail School Parents Association. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, please contact Susan Rockwell at 802-867-5717, ext. 191 or srockwell@longtrailschool.org. An informational brochure can be downloaded from www.longtrailschool.org. The Irene and Bing Hunter Memorial Golf Tournament Committee invites the community to participate on September 13 to benefit Long Trail School’s Scholarship Fund. _________________________________________________

Motorcycle Ride to Eradicate Polio

The Wallingford Memorial Rotary Club will hold a Motorcycle Ride for the Eradication of Polio on Saturday, October 3, rain or shine. Registration will be held on Route 7, Main Street, Wallingford, Vermont, across from the Post Office. The fee is $20 per driver; $15 per rider. Coffee and pastries will be served. The ride begins at 10 a.m. For information contact Dave Ballou at rotary05@aol.com, or call 802-446-2717. September 2, 2009

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Auditions for Murder Mystery

The Brandon Town Players will hold auditions for their Annual Murder Mystery Comedy Dinner Theater on September 1, 2 and 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First Congregational Church of Brandon. There are rolls for 10 adults, 1 teen and various entertainers, i.e. singers, dancers, jugglers, ventriloquists, etc. Performances will be held at the South Station Restaurant in Rutland on November 6 and 7. Rehearsal schedule will be determined after auditions and mutual availability of the selected cast. For more information contact director Kathy Mathis at 802-247-6720 or katmathis@gmail.com. ________________________________________________

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School Days at the Bisbee Mill Museum

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The Chesterfield Historical Society will feature “School Days” at the Bisbee Mill Museum, at 66 East Street in Chesterfield, Massachusetts, on Sunday, September 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be photos of tkhe old schools where children attended from various sections of town. Also on display will be benches from the old Center School and a desk (Frank Munson’s) from the Bofat School. The highlight will be memorabilia about past teachers such as Ingrid Healy and Louisa Baker. The grist mill will be grinding corn, starting about 2 p.m. for most of the afternoon. There will be items on sale including the new 2010 calendars. Also there will be a raffle of a “School Days” gift basket (all money raised goes to defray the costs of keeping the museums open). Refreshments will be available and a flower for any teacher who comes.

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Music Together 0pen Registration Begins

Open registration for Music Together, a family music and movement program taught world-wide for babies, toddlers and preschoolers begins September 1. Classes are 50 minutes long and meet weekly at the Mark Skinner Library at either 9:15 or 10:15 a.m., for ten consecutive weeks with optional re-enrollment for winter and spring sessions. The fall program starts September 16 in Manchester and September 18 in Rutland. New families are welcome to try the first class for free – but must RSVP! This music and movement program is about families nurturing their child’s musical development while having fun singing, dancing and playing percussion instruments together with Deb Zaccheo, a musician, singer, songwriter and entertainer for all ages who studied early childhood music education and has been leading Music Together classes for the past 12 years. She is noted for her high SQ (silly quotient!) and has the training and experience to engage all children, young, introverted or active, while helping parents appreciate their child’s learning style. Deb also teaches guitar for all ages, including special parent and child lessons together. The classroom experience is enhanced by the CDs song and activities book and DVD musical milestone parent guides that go home with each family. The music, rich in rhythm and tonality is pitched in just the right range for developing voices. Deb leads the classes through a series of fun, engaging and developmentally appropriate musical activities attached to each song and rhythm chant. Adults are encouraged to actively participate regardless of musical ability as research shows that children learn best by watching and participating right along with their parents and primary caretakers. This research-based music enrichment program to help babies, toddlers and preschoolers develop their innate musicality, is taught all over the world. Visit the Music Together, international Web site www.musictogether.com to view a class online and learn more about the educational philosophy. To learn about Deb Zaccheo and the local Together program and to RSVP for free trial class and/ or register for the fall session in �� Manchester or Rutland go to www. �� musicwithdebz.com, or call 802�� 362-2971. Pre-registration is a must �� in order for families to get their �� CDs and song/activities book and �� DVD musical mile- stones guide �� in time, plus classes fill fast. Work �� scholarships are available and financial payment plans are available. Late registrations accepted pending space. Call 802-362-2971 for more information and for new families to RSVP for a free class.

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Phebe Ann Lewis Receives Track Award At Manchester Park and Recreation Center

For more than 15 years, Phebe Ann Lewis has been a regular participant in the weekly Precision Walk competition at the Dana Thompson Memorial Park. Last week she returned for the second time after some months off following a fall and a broken hip. On August 19, Mrs. Lewis did a short loop of the mile-long walk, but on August 26, she went the whole distance. The dozen competing participants cheered her success, and the Rec’s Nancy Lewis, who runs the weekly event, presented her with a trophy. The Precision Walk is a race like no other. The object is not to beat other walkers on the ground, but to nail your own time in advance. Mrs. Lewis, who will be 95 in November, long held to a sprightly 15- or 16-minute walking mile, �� and before her accident was still �� doing around 18. Allowing some slack for her comeback round, she projected 25 minutes. Her actual time was 23:38-one minute, 22 seconds faster than her projection. �� That ranked her last among the �� week’s competitors, but she was, �� without a doubt, best of all.

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Enjoy Summer’s Savory Treats at Local Farmers’ Markets

DORSET FARMERS’ MARKET Join us as we “Shop Local, Shop Fresh” on the green at H.N. Williams Store, Rt. 30 Dorset, this Sunday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. With over 20 area farmers and 10 prepared food vendors every week we have everything to stock your refrigerators, freezers, and cupboards! Including: fresh sweet corn, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and parsnips; melons, berries, and apples; salad and mustard greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and celery; potatoes, eggplants, kale and squash. Also available are grass-fed meats and free range eggs; fresh baked breads and fruit pies; pickles, jams, jellies, dressings, and sauces. Or simply stop in to discover market favorite musicians VermontGoldTown, and rediscover how remarkable your community is! For additional information, please contact: marketmanager@dorset farmersmarket.com WEST RIVER FARMERS’ MARKET Experience autumn at the West River Farmers’ Market! The West River Farmers’ Market is located on Routes 11 East and 100 North, at the blinking light in Londonderry, next to the Mill Tavern every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. This week at market there will be a variety of melons and berries; corn, beans, and squash; salad mixes and mustard greens; cucumbers and tomatoes; new potatoes, beets and turnips; carrots and kohlrabi; eggplant and kale; free-range eggs and grass-fed meats. All from our over 20 area farmers! Condiments including freshly canned pickles, sauces, jams, jellies, and dressings can also be found at market; as well as prepared foods like slicing and stuffed breads, pies, pastas, and quiches. Fifteen quality Vermont artisans will be on hand too, because it’s never too early to start thinking about the holidays! For additional information or directions please contact: wrfmvt@yahoo.com MANCHESTER FARMERS’ MARKET This Thursday, from 3-6 p.m. at Manchester Park and Recreation Center, everything in season is at The Manchester Farmers’ Market! Watermelon, cantaloupe, honey dew, blueberries, tomatoes, beans, squash, corn, peppers, greens, beets, carrots, parsnips and more! Also in season are fresh pickles, dilly beans, jellies, jams, and pies. Aren’t home enough to buy fresh? Come to enjoy the community atmosphere of the market with your friends, family, and neighbors! Area musician Michael Kelley is our guest this week; entertaining our ears as ethnic foods, made from scratch, are on hand to entertain your taste buds! Celebrating our 8th season of creating an atmosphere better than any grocery store! For additional information or directions, please contact: mfmvt@yahoo.com.

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Proceeds of Peru Fair to Beneﬁt Peru Scholarship Fund The Peru Fair, rated as one of Vermont’s top ten tourist events, will once again fill the town of Peru with visitors and craftspeople on Saturday, September 26. Now entering its 30th year, the Fair offers hay rides, a “village green” pig roast, and pony rides, as well as area crafts and food products provided by some 90 area artisan and craft people. In announcing the date, Joe O’Donnell, this year’s Fair Chairman, stated that, “The Peru Fair has attracted several thousand visitors to our town each year to the benefit of every kid in our town who is continuing their education on a full time basis, post high school. So not only is it a lot of fun for everyone, but it serves a good cause as well.” This year’s fair will open at 9:00 a.m. As usual, free bus service to and from the town is provided from Bromley Mountain’s parking lot (about a five minute ride). Admission is a suggested $5 which is directed to The Peru Scholarship Fund. Based on the Farmer’s Almanac, The Peru Fair Committee stressed that September 26 will be a sunny, quintessential early autumn day and is suggesting that there is no need for umbrellas this year - unless it rains. For more information, contact Jeri Gerold at 802-8567032; jgerold@comcast.net, or Joe O’Donnell at 802-824-4359; jwodonnell@dishmail.net.

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Health Care Reform – People Want Change

— By Jim Leddy, AARP Vermont State President A day does not go by that I don’t get a question about the health care debate. AARP members are particularly interested – for themselves, their children and grandchildren. Today those members are sending us a clear message: we need to make health care more affordable and improve its quality. AARP is fighting to make those voices heard. No issue is more important to this Association than fixing this broken system. We’re very actively pressing Congress and the President to arrive at fair and common-sense solutions that will lower costs, improve quality and protect and improve Medicare. While Vermont is considered

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a leader in tackling this complex problem, we simply cannot succeed without a federal solution that represents real, meaningful and sustainable change. Progress on health care is far too important to be derailed by myths and scare tactics perpetuated by special interest groups who will benefit from the status quo. You may have heard some outrageous claims in the media from those opposing health care reform. Unfortunately, the truth is too often getting lost in the frenzy of negative and sensational press reports. It is indeed a complicated issue, so it’s critically important to get the facts straight and realize the good that will come of this historical effort to fix health care in America…and in Vermont. Common myths and claims: We can’t afford it-We can not afford the status quo – any one of us could be one pink slip or one serious illness away from financial ruin. If we do nothing to fix health care, families with Medicare or employer-based health coverage will likely see their premiums nearly double again in the next seven years. Reform proposals will cut Medicare benefits-None of the major health care reform plans currently being considered would cut Medicare benefits. Reform will lower prescription drug costs for people in the Part D “doughnut hole,” protect access to doctors, prevent costly and avoidable hospital readmissions, improve quality of care, and eliminate billions of dollars in waste. It’s a government takeover-Health care reform will not be a government takeover. All of the main proposals currently being debated by Congress would preserve the

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employer-based health care system, meaning an estimated 200 million Americans will continue to get their coverage through their employers. Health care reform is rationed care-Health care reform will not give the government the power to make important health care decisions, regardless of a person’s age. Those decisions will be made by individuals, their doctors and their family. What about mandatory end of life counseling/govt. euthanasia? Not only is that completely false, it is a misleading and cruel scare tactic. Health care reform will not give the government the power to make life or death decisions for anyone regardless of their age. AARP believes health care is not a Democratic or Republican issue. Nor should it be about political gamesmanship. It’s about people’s lives. Health care reform must fix what’s wrong and preserve what’s right. It must strengthen and improve Medicare, protect people’s choice of doctor and insurance plan, stop insurance companies from charging older people unaffordable premiums, and guarantee dependable, affordable coverage. Vermont took an important first step in passing its own health care reform package in 2006, and key elements of that plan are part of the national plans being considered. But our objectives on both cost control and access for all will not be fully realized without a federal solution in place. Don’t let special interest groups who are trying to block progress on health care reform fool you with their myths and scare tactics. Now’s the time to talk about what works and what doesn’t – to find a commonsense solution to our nation’s health care challenges. It’s critical to our citizens, to our economy and to our future. AARP is in this fight for the long haul and we’re in it because Americans, and Vermonters, are calling for real change – let’s listen. ��

Green Mountain Seniors

The Green Mountain Seniors of Wells held their annual picnic outdoors at the Modern Woodman Lot on Monday, August 24. There were approximately 35 folks in attendance. Terrific bluegrass music was provided by Jim Taplin, Ray Wood and Greg Colm and it was thoroughly enjoyed by all. The picnic of hamburgers and hot dogs, potato and macaroni salad and cole slaw was delicious with many returning for seconds. This was provided by Doug Jones of Rutland who prepares our site meals. Plans are currently underway for a trip to the “BIG E” in Springfield, MA on Thursday, September 24. Anyone interested in going should contact Dot Plisko, Trip Coordinator at 802-645-0219 or Charlotte Combs, President at 802-325-3293.

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Change for Q & A Live

Bob Stannard would like to announce that he has had to initiate a change for his September edition of Q & A LIVE. Lilli Mayerson was originally scheduled to appear on the show but has experienced a family emergency. She will be scheduled for a later date. Stannard is extremely fortunate and grateful to have world-class singer/songwriter/ author, Susan Drennan Gabriel Bunn, agree to appear. Susan Drennan Gabriel Bunn is known for her vocal and instrumental (piano/flute) performance in jazz, blues, and pop. The composer/ singer/songwriter encompasses the worlds of music, theatre, TV, and film. Gabriel has performed from New York to Los Angeles and from London to Paris. A consummate entertainer, she is a multi-talented storyteller emerging as singer and songwriter, creator and host, writer and TV journalist, poet and painter. _________________________________________________

Haystack Hustler Seniors

As our busy summer schedule continues into fall, Audrey Nelson will host a picnic, September 8, at Camp Catherine Capers, on Lake St. Catherine. You will find this located one mile west of the intersection of North Road and West Road in Wells, Vermont. Meat for grilling, condiments, and meal supplies will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Special entertainment by David Cobb on the piano, singing and games will all be part of the fun. We will start making plans for the year. September 22, at noon, will find us back at Mettawee School for lunch and a time with the students. Reservations for this meal must be called in to Phyllis at 802- 325-3196 by September15. All activities are open to all seniors. _________________________________________________

Franks-n-Beans in Andover

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Industrial Grange #127 of Andover invites the public to a Franks-n-Beans Supper on Saturday, September 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Andover Town Hall. The homemade buffet-style feast will feature baked franks-nbeans, cole slaw, bread, jello salad, brownies, coffee and lemonade at a cost of $5 for adults and $2 for children 10 and younger. Diners will also get to see the restored painted theater curtain that features the names of Andover, Chester and Ludlow businesses from the last century. Information about the Grange — a rural family grassroots organization — will also be available. For further information, call Annette Sharon, 802-824-5991.

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Habitat for Humanity — Your Partner in Community Building Holding Beneﬁt Potluck Supper

Have you ever noticed how many of your close friends are the ones with whom you have accomplished something? West River Habitat for Humanity will honor accomplishment at its annual potluck supper on Thursday, September 17, at the Dover Town Hall. Join others who enjoy meeting their neighbors while building their community. If you’ve been involved, join us for an evening of warmth and friendship. West River Habitat has built three houses in South Central Vermont and needs your help to build more. We have fun doing it and get that pride of accomplishment when we can add a new homeowner to our community. We welcome new members as well as volunteers. Essentially all of our work is by volunteers, but no one is pressed beyond what they can and want to do. And without exception, we learn new things as well as meet new people. West River Habitat believes that is a way you build an integrated community. If you do too, join us as we prepare for our next construction project.We welcome any interested resident from Londonderry to Readsboro. Can we build a home in your community? Perhaps you can find some land, a qualified family, or a source of construction materials. If you can hammer nails or paint a wall, we need your help. There is need for every expertise a community needs for growing and coming together. If you want to get involved, a little or a lot, bring a dish and meet your neighbors at Dover Town Hall at 6 p.m., on September 17. You’ll be glad you did. We will too!

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Art Show and Sale on Pawlet Green

On Sunday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m (a new day and time,) the Pawlet Scholarship Committee’s annual art show and sale, Art on the Green, will bring more than 30 area artists to the green adjoining the Pawlet Library. Tents will provide shelter from sun or rain. As always, there will be works in a variety of media at the free event. Most of the artists are painters, in oil, acrylic, or watercolor, but there will also be displays of photography, sculpture, mixed media and jewelry. The participating artists are donating 20 percent of their proceeds to the Pawlet Scholarship Fund. The fund will help Pawlet residents further their education, whether they are traditional students going to college or adults wanting new or advanced training. Mark McChesney of the Barn Restaurant will provide lunches on site. Mach’s Market and the Brick Oven Bakery, both on the corner of Route 30 and School Street, will offer sandwiches and pizza. For more information about the art show or the Fund, call Anita Pomerance at 802-3253786. ____________________

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NHA Hockey Preregistration Ends September 1

For the best rates of the season, Northshire Hockey Association (NHA) players who are interested in playing hockey for the 2009-2010 season in Manchester should preregister by September 1. Full payment is not expected at that time. This year’s program will undergo many new changes, including a new look, better game scheduling and a new name. The program is for girls and boys ages 5 to 14, and will accept all skill levels of players. “The most important change we are making is scheduling all games on Saturdays,” said Pete Keelan, NHA President. “This will allow families who like to ski together on Sundays the ability to still play hockey and ski as a family.” In addition, teams will now be called the Northshire Bulldogs. All teams will receive new jerseys with new logos. For further information about NHA hockey, or to register, contact Karen Grabher at 802-366-8218 or at grabherhockey@comcast.net. September 2, 2009

Women Business Owners Welcome

The Manchester Chapter of Women Business Owners Network (wbon.org) invites you to join us on Wednesday, September 9 at 8 a.m. at the Hildene Welcome Center to network, have coffee and goodies, and hear from WBON members from Burlington, Kim Sutherland and Annie Small. Their topic is “Putting the Wow! in Your Table-Top Display” for your products and services and how to attract your target audience. The fee is $7 for members, $10 for guests. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Chapter Coordinator Kathy Williams at kathy@willvt.com, or 802-779-4721 by September 7. ____________________________________________

Limited Space Available at NDS

Northshire Day School has limited space in their preschool and infant rooms. If you are in need of care in these age groups, please call and they will be happy to set up a tour of the facility and answer all questions. NDS offers healthy, social, and educational experiences, all under qualified supervision that provides a safe, stimulating atmosphere. Our purpose is to build individuality, self-respect, positive foundations for learning, encourage responsibility, respect and understanding of others, promote health and safety, and to strengthen and support parents and families. Our responsibility is to offer challenging, success-oriented experiences that are designed to address a child’s unique needs and level of development. The Preschool program utilizes the Creative Curriculum that provides our three to five year olds with school readiness skills. Creative Curriculum is a playbased curriculum that revolves around the reality and understanding that children learn through play. Four years ago, NDS collaborated with theBennington-Rutland Supervisory Union’s Early Education Department which enabled us to better serve our preschool classrooms. Call 802-3622-1395 for information. September 2, 2009

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From my Corner

...pound for pound... I remember when a pound of coffee was really a pound of coffee. For many years we’ve been offered 13.4 oz. of coffee in a 1 lb. can, or 2.36 lbs. of coffee in what looked like a 3 lb. can. Well, the processors and distributors have finally made coffee containers look more like the size they should be. The Panorama Market (Panorama City, California) opened around 1953. It was the first “super market” in the world (so they said!). My mother took my sister and me to the grand opening. There were ribbons and balloons, free ice cream, and an appearance by Frank Fontaine, a favorite of mine as a kid because he was so funny. One of his major roles on television was Crazy Guggenheim on the Jackie Gleason Show. The Panorama Market was indeed very big, but as I look back, it was probably only onethird the size of K-Mart in Bennington! My mother didn’t do her grocery shopping there because it was about 20 miles away. She continued to shop at local stores in Northridge: Allan’s Market for produce and Gus and Paul’s Market for our meat and other odds and ends. The eggs came from local farmers; produce was also local. This was before the mass production of meats and dairy products. Both stores were on Reseda Boulevard and only three blocks from home. At that time downtown Northridge was two blocks long. There was a pet food store, Ameche’s Bar (owned by one of Don Ameche’s brothers), a liquor store, Zimmerman’s Dime Store, a dress store, and Pam’s Sweet Shoppe where Jay Silverheels (Tonto) and “Dallas” star Jim Davis were often seen. I had a basket on my bike and

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several times a week ran errands for my mother to pick up something at the store. She would call ahead and I signed the receipt when I left. She paid the bill at the end of the month. We’ve become so accustomed to large grocery chains that we seldom think about where everything comes from...the largeness of it all. Thank goodness there are still neighborhood grocers in the city. They carry many of the off beat products that you can’t find in a big box grocery store. Most of it is what the locals have requested. They offer you exotic seasonings, off-beat items such as canned conch or turtle soup, and specialty products from foreign countries that only a small, neighborhood grocer would take the time to search for and order. Hoosick Falls had a small corner grocery store when we moved here 25 years ago. It closed around 1986. Zawi Bakery was just around the corner from that small grocer. Deciding on what breads, pastries or desserts was an elevating experience, for all the while, Bach, Beethoven or Chopin was playing in the background. Competition from the Grand Union and supermarkets in Bennington contributed to the closing of these stores. It seems to me we’ve come full circle in 50 years. Grocery stores were small and independent in suburban areas. Gigantic supermarkets snuffed them out with all foods mass produced, mass transported, mass handled, mass refrigerated; tons and tons of food and because of the volume, offer vastly reduced prices. Many of us have tired of the largeness of grocery stores. We’re tired of eating chemically altered foods and meats from animals fed hormones, etc. We seek locally grown produce and meats, and the only place for their purchase is a local farmers’ market. There September 2, 2009

are few independent bakeries. I know of no local independent butcher. At farmers’ markets you will find freshly baked breads, free-range chicken and eggs (more expensive, but I’m happy to pay the price), meats from animals raised without chemicals, locally grown and just picked produce, and homemade jams, jellies and other condiments. Another nice thing about farmers’ markets is the atmosphere. People bring their dogs, there’s always someone playing music, the aroma of fresh cut flowers fills the air, the colorful fresh picked vegetables, and the joy of greeting a friend or neighbor. And it’s nice to be outdoors! A couple more months and we won’t have this wonderful freedom, although there are some indoor farmers’ markets. Let’s hope this desire for natural foods and locally grown produce and meat products continues. ____________________

Roast Pork Dinner in Pawlet

The next Roast Pork Dinner is Saturday, September 5, at the Pawlet Community Church. The Ladies and Gentlemen’s Supper Club invite you to dinner starting at 5 p.m. If you have questions regarding the dinner, please call Doreen Mach at 802-3253428 or Judy Coolidge at 802325-3073. Take-out orders can also be made on the day of the dinner by calling the church at 802-325-3022. The menu includes 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 this month will be Rosalie’s gingerbread. Cost of the dinner is: $10 for adults; $6 ages 12 to 6; five and under, no chagre. September 2, 2009

Beneﬁt Dinner

A Spaghetti Dinner will be held at the Granville, New York VFW Post #1653 on Saturday, September 19, from 4 to 6 p.m., to benefit J.R. Lurvey. Donation is $8. The meal will be served at the Post, which is located at 9 North Street, Granville, New York. Music will be provided by Mad Dog Spike. For further information, please call the Post at 518-642-1599.

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Joan Rudman, Green County Line (detail), watercolor

Fall Watercolor Workshop at SVAC One of the most lauded and well respected watercolorists of our time, Joan Rudman, returns to the Southern Vermont Arts Center’s Summer Workshop lineup on September 22 through September 26 with Painting Watercolor: Fall Colors in Vermont. Painting Watercolor will cover

the watercolor basics, including the Wet into Wet Technique. Students should prepare for outdoor location painting. Rainy days will permit time to review Whitney brush drills and other drills in studio with still-lifes. A hallmark of the class is intense, personal, one-on-one instruction and critique and developing

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personal portfolios for presentation. Three college credits may be earned for the workshop. A member of the Board of Directors of the American Watercolor Society, Joan Rudman has taught painting for 30 years. Formerly a monitor for Ed Whitney, her work appears in six books, including Painting Watercolor the Edgar A. Whitney Way; Splash III; The Encyclopedia of Watercolor Painting, and The Whiskey Painters of America. SVAC’s Summer Workshop Series is one facet of SVAC’s commitment to bringing the highest quality arts education and instruction to the Northshire. All workshops are offered contingent upon a minimum enrollment; a 50% non-refundable deposit will reserve your space. Register online at svac.org, or register by phone by calling 802-362-1405. Enrolled students are eligible for a “Starving Artist’s” Discount Card good for 10 percent off meals at Mulligans of Manchester. The Southern Vermont Arts Center is just off West Road in Manchester; open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit any time at svac.org. ____________________

Bennington Quiltfest

The 16th annual Bennington Quiltfest will be held at Mount Anthony Union High School on Park Street, Bennington, on Saturday, September 12. There will be 140 new quilts as well as antique quilts and quilts from the children of various schools in our area. Food service will be available as well as plenty of free parking. Sponsor of the show is the Quiet Valley Quilt Guild, who are celebrating their 25th year as a guild. The school is handicapped accessible. September 2, 2009

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After a sold-out run in the 2008 International Fringe Festival and the 2009 soloNOVA Festival, Piccola Cosi, a solo show, written and performed by Aja Nisenson is heading to Vermont for two performances September 5th and 6th. Burr and Burton Academy’s Riley Center For The Arts heats up this fall as actor, singer/playwright Aja Nisenson takes her audience on a hysterical and provocative ride through the underbelly of Bologna’s jazz scene. Playing herself and the eight Italian men she encounters, twenty-one year old Aja comes of age as she pursues her dream of becoming a jazz singer with the help of more than a few eager Italian men. This event to be held at Burr and Burton Academy’s Riley Center For the Arts on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday September 6, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. Aja Nisenson is an internationally recognized actor/comedian/singer/playwright originating from New Jersey. Aja earned a B.A. in Theater Arts with a Capstone in Playwriting at Brown University where she studied with Pulitzer-Prize winning playwright Paula Vogel and award winning Producer/ Director/ Playwright/Dramaturg Bonnie Metzgar. Aja’s one-woman show, Piccola Cosi, about her experience as a jazz singer in Bologna, Italy, received critical acclaim and had sold out runs in the 2009 soloNOVA Arts Festival and the 2008 New York International Fringe Festival. She has also worked behind the scenes with the Metropolitan Opera House, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Director’s Company, Voice and Vision and Joe’s Pub. Aja was the recipient of the 2007 Weston Award for Acting. For more information visit: www.ajanisenson.com.

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Second Annual HarvestFest in Salem

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Be a Reading Partner VERMONT READING PARTNERS, a volunteer literacy program Invites you to a three-part

School Program Workshop September 16, 23, and 30 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day at The Bank of Bennington Conference Room, Manchester No previous teaching experience is necessary, only the desire to help a child with reading and writing in grades one through six at one of nine area elementary schools. Call VRP: 362-2323 E-mail: vrp2323@sover.net On the web: vermontreadingpartners.org.

BlueGrassic Park will play at the second annual HarvestFest in Salem on September 12.

Tickets are on sale for Salem’s second annual HarvestFest, which takes place on Saturday, September 12. Come celebrate the end of the growing season with local food, music, art and activities for the entire family. Explore the all day HarvestFest Marketplace beginning at 10 a.m., or join us for a “Farm to Fork” Dinner and Barn Dance which gets underway at 6 p.m. Find out what makes Salem a wonderful community to live in and visit. All events take place at Salem Art Works on Cary Lane from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. A silent auction will help raise funds for the Chamber’s Crisis Fund, which helps families in the community experiencing a medical crisis. Last year’s auction raised $1,000 for the fund. HarvestFest is sponsored by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. The HarvestFest Marketplace is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and there will be many opportunities to sample the summer’s bounty, with local produce and homemade goodies for sale. The natural beauty of southern Washington County has drawn a variety of creative people to the area, and HarvestFest will also showcase the talented residents who live here, with locally made arts and crafts for sale. Visitors can also walk through Salem Art Works’ sculpture park and galleries. HarvestFest concludes with a “Farm to Fork” dinner made from locally grown food that begins at 6 p.m. and features the music of three local bands, BlueGrassic Park, Dirty Old Strings and Moe Harrington and the White Chapel Band. Eat and dance to great local music until 10 p.m. Beer and wine available for purchase. BlueGrassic Park of Vermont features singer/songwriter Tim Blair, one of the area’s extraordinary mandolin players. Playing with Blair is Loan Garcia, a guitarist and mandolinist who plays with the very popular Twiddle band out of central Vermont; bass player Scott Greene, son of the famous Smokey Greene; and versatile country and bluegrass performer Fred Lantz. Special guests include two musicians

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from the Atkinson Family Bluegrass Band, a well-known festival band from the western Adirondacks: Chad Darou, an accomplished banjo, guitar, mandolin, dobro and bass player who has played with bluegrass pioneers such as Frank Wakefield and Bill Keith; and songwriter Liza Atkinson, a singer of amazing power and energy. Dirty Old Strings, an acoustic trio from Cambridge, performs an energetic mix of contemporary and traditional bluegrass, swing and folk with a playful air and occasional sardonic humor. Members of the band include Deena Chappell (mandolin), formerly of Nathan and Deena, Dave Cuite (stand-up bass) who also plays with the Rachel Cuite Trio, and David Lawlor (guitar), a former member of BlueGrassic Park. Moe Harrington has been performing bluegrass and old time country music for over 60 years. He leads his band on guitar and vocals, backed by Mert Snow, Fred Lantz and Randy Gates. For old-fashioned down-home entertainment, his band can’t be beat. Admission to the day-time activities is free. Dinner is $20 for adults; $6 for children under 12; and no charge for children under 5. Tickets for music only starting at 8 p.m. are $10. Tickets for the dinner are available at area businesses or can be purchased at farmers’ markets throughout southern Washington County. All activities are held at Salem Art Works on 19 Cary Lane, off West Broadway in Salem. For information call Salem Art Works at 518-854-7674 or visit www.salemnychamber.com. The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce was organized to develop, encourage, and protect the commercial, professional, financial and general business interests of the Salem area. Its purpose is also to promote the general welfare of the community, to extend and promote trade and commerce, and preserve and protect the industrial, agricultural, historical and cultural interests of the Salem, New York area. Each year the Chamber hosts a number of the community events, including the Summer Sounds of Salem concert series and HarvestFest. ________________________________________________

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Neighbor to Neighbor Beneﬁt Luncheon

Neighbor to Neighbor is delighted to present Ken and Joann Davis as their guest speakers at their annual book/author luncheon, Wednesday September 9 at the Manchester Country Club. Ken Davis is the author of the million-copy-selling book “Don’t Know Much About History,” which spent 35 consecutive weeks on The New York Times bestseller list, and gave rise to the “Don’t Know Much About” series, which has a combined in-print total of 4.3-million copies. Ken is also the author of “America’s Hidden History,” an instant best seller. Ken becomes a subject expert in all of the areas he writes about – the Bible, Mythology, the Universe, the Civil War, for example. Ken has also been a “Wise Man” on “Who Wants to be a Super Millionaire?” and a “Life Line” on the regular edition of the show. Joann Davis has spent most of her career working with books. A former news editor at Publishers Weekly, an editor at the publishing imprints Warner Books, William Morrow, and HarperCollins, she acquired and edited a number of bestsellers. Ken and Joann have two grown children and divide their time between New York City and Dorset, Vermont. The price of the ticket is $40. The luncheon starts at 11:30 a.m. There will be ample time for questions. Please call the Neighbor to Neighbor office for tickets at 802-367-7787. September 2, 2009

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‘Future of Vermont’s Maple Sugar Industry’

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Burr Morse, maple sugar producer, to speak to the “Future of Vermont’s Maple Sugar Industry” on September 2 at 7 p.m., at Hand Motors. Burr Morse and his family have spent years developing their family farm as an agri-tourism destination attracting Vermont visitors yearround to enjoy free sugar house tours and tastings, multimedia displays in a real woodshed theater, a nature trail, country store, and an outdoor Vermont farm life. Sprinkled throughout his farm are whimsical carved folk life characters created by Burr Morse sharing his chainsaw artistry. Through his writings and agri-tourism activities Burr is preserving a piece of Vermont’s heritage while moving his Maple Farm into the 21st century. Join Burr for a presentation filled with humor and insight into our maple sugaring industry as he shares a “taste” of Vermont’s past and shares how he and his family are weaving a piece of Vermont’s heritage into its future. Serving as a backdrop to his presentation is Vermont’s “Art of Action” exhibit featuring 10 artists who have been selected to share their vision of Vermont’s future. This exhibit is kicking off in Manchester with a two-week exhibition hosted at Hand Motors. The exhibit will leave Manchester on September 15 to travel to 26 other Vermont communities through July 2010. For more information about this and other Art of Action related events please call the Manchester and the Mountains Regional Chamber of Commerce at 802-362-6313 ext. 15 or visit the Web site at www.manchestervermont.net.

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SVAC’s Art on the Hill Returns

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SVAC’s most popular free family event, Art on the Hill, returns to the Arts Center on Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m. -3 p.m (rain or shine) A project of SVAC’s Outreach Program, this free annual event is designed to pleasantly expose area families to the arts and introduce them to the facilities and programming at SVAC. Grandma, Grandpa, Mom, Dad and all of the kids are invited to participate, hands-on, in a variety of artistic media and have a whole lot of fun in the bargain. This year’s art activities will include the making of ceramic �� bowls for the Empty Bowls Project, �� mural painting, building recycled �� robot sculptures, making musical instruments, folding and floating �� origami boats, face painting, Spin Art, and more. There will also be �� live music, free admission to view �� the Yester House Galleries and �� guided tours of the various exhi�� bitions. A great raffle plus a traditional barbecue lunch will also �� be available, proceeds to benefit �� the Arts Center’s expanding educa�� tional programs. The Southern Vermont �� Arts Center, on West Road in �� Manchester, is open Tuesday �� through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. �� Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Visit any ��

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The Johnny Cash Experience

The Southern Vermont Arts Center is proud to welcome “David Stone: The Johnny Cash Experience”, to the Arkell Pavilion on Friday, October 9, at 7:30 p.m. Thanks to the generosity of the evening's sponsors, SVAC is able to offer discounted tickets of $20 to its members and Vermont residents, $30 to all others. Tickets are available at the Box Office, Tuesday through Saturday from 1 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 802-362-2522. The Johnny Cash Experience David Stone: The Johnny Cash Experience played San Quentin Prison features a cast of five extraordinary on the 40th Anniversary of Johnny Cash's historic 1969 prison concert. musicians and covers, in note-forcostumes and playing authentic instruments, David Stone and companote fashion, the early Johnny Cash years, the Johnny Cash and June ny weave music, drama and history together in their unerring portrayal Carter period, and the Folsom Prison Concert Era. Wearing authentic of this towering figure of American music, his wife, and his long-time backup band, The Tennessee Three. The Arts Center wishes to thank the following for their help in mounting this very special appearance: Platinum Sponsors Express Copy, Merchants Bank/Merchants Trust Company, Michael Stott, Buddy Teich; Gold Sponsors Al and Helene Feldan, Hub's Catering, The Seasoned Palette at the Garden Café, W.H. Shaw Insurance; Silver Sponsor The Keelan Company and Bronze Sponsors Don Dorr, Earthborn Designs, J & J Cleaners, Erik Mathiasen, Perry Construction, and Up For Breakfast. “David Stone: The Johnny Cash Experience” is a reflection of the Arts Center's mission to present the finest quality live performances in the region. For more information call 802-362-1405 or drop by the Arts Center, which is just off West Road in Manchester, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Visit any time at svac. org. _________________________________________________

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Vermont’s Ladies Auxiliary President Rhonda Roberts of Bondville, was named runner-up Department President of the Year for her membership group during the 96th National Convention of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the U.S. held August 15-20 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Roberts, who is a member of Harned Fowler Auxiliary #6471, was honored for her excellent leadership during the 2008-2009 year. At this convention, she begins her 2009-2010 term as national Eastern conference chairman for the Hospital Program. National President Dixie Hild of Omaha, Nebraska, made the announcement at a special luncheon, presenting awards to the two top Department Presidents from each of the organization’s 11 membership groups. 32

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Author Jon Katz will read from his new book “The Soul of a Dog” �� on Saturday, September 5 at 2 p.m. at Gardenworks. Katz, accompanied �� by his dogs Izzy and Lenore, will talk about his life on Bedlam Farm �� in Hebron and his adventures with his now famous dogs. Labor Day �� weekend is also the opening of a new art show at Gardenworks, Art & Soul, a group show featuring the work of Katz and his artist friends. The �� Gardenworks Barn Gallery is open September 4-September 7. Hours �� are Friday, Saturday and Monday from 8 a.m. -5 p.m.; and Sunday from �� 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Art and Soul highlights the richness of country life and the exceptional work of these local artists. Katz, a writer and media critic, has authored sixteen books and written for Rolling Stone, the New York Times, Boston Globe and � � Washington Post. Since moving to the Salem area, Katz’s books “The Dogs of Bedlam Farms”, “A Dog Year”, and “Running to the Mountain” have earned him many faithful readers who appreciate the humor and wis�� dom in his stories about life in Washington County. “The Soul of a Dog” is his sixteenth book. �� Gardenworks carries copies of �� many of his other books about �� life in Washington County. �� Art & Soul is an exhibit of work by six local artists, all friends and members of the Bedlam Farm �� community. In addition to Katz, �� the show features the photo�� graphs of Corrina Aldrich; paint�� ings by Ray and Chris Smith of �� West Rupert; quilts by Maria � � � � �� Heinrich; and the poetry of Mary �� Kellogg.

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Invasive Species Project

The Londonderry Conservation Commission is sponsoring an invasive species control project on the Town of Londonderry Prouty property in Londonderry on Saturday, September 12. Long View Forest Contracting, Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation will provide the materials and expertise. This project is a follow-up on last summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s invasive species identification workshop where The Nature Conservancy presented its Wise on Weeds! program. This year the focus is on the elimination of invasive plants on the Town of Londonderry Prouty lands through selective herbicide application and manual pulling. This event is open to all interested persons who would either like to help out or would like to learn more about invasive plants and eradication methods for their own properties. We will meet the morning of Saturday, September 12 at 8:30 a.m., South Londonderry. This will be a whole-day event so pack a lunch if you want to stay the day, along with appropriate outdoor gear and footwear. If it is raining or looks like rain that weekend, we have scheduled a raindate for Wednesday, September 16 at the same time and meeting place. For further information, contact Aaron Hurst at 802-8858888. ____________________

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Experience the fun of playing a string instrument! The Michael Rudiakov Music Academy is now accepting applications for the 20092010 year. The Academy offers private instruction in violin, viola and cello to students age 6-18. Lessons are taught by professional, classically trained instrumentalists, each with many years of orchestral, small ensemble, and teaching experience. The Academy offers two ten week semesters and one five week semester of instruction annually. Students receive weekly 45minute, private lessons. Academy students and their families also receive free admission to most Manchester Music Festival concerts during the year. Tuition for the 2009-2010 year is $34 per lesson or $340 per semester for the fall and winter semesters and $170 for the spring semester. Scholarship aid is available for families meeting Academy criteria. The fall semester begins the week of September 21, 2009. The Academy is celebrating its ninth year of lessons and is dedicated to the memory of internationally renowned cellist, Michael M. Rudiakov. For more information, please contact the Manchester Music Festival office at 362-1956 or e-mail at mmfvt@comcast.net.

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Sign up now to do a good deed on September 12 - ride in the Grace Cottage Hospital’s Fifth Annual Tour de Grace bicycle rally — and get a free t-shirt! T-shirts are available for the first 100 riders who sign up at www.gracecottage.org or by phone 802-365-9109. The 19-mile Tour de Grace helps raise money for patient care at Grace Cottage Hospital. The route is mostly downhill. Riders begin at the Stratton Mountain Base Lodge Parking Area anytime between 8 and 10:30 a.m. and finish at Grace Cottage on Route 35 in Townshend. The route is well marked, maps are available at the starting point, and busses transport riders and bikes back to Stratton. Volunteers will be stationed along the route to provide free beverages, snacks, and sometimes musical entertainment! Riders under 12 years old must ride with an adult, and helmets are required for all riders. Event sponsors include Grace Cottage Hospital, Stratton Corporation, Solstice at Stratton, BB’s Landscaping, D & K’s Jamaica Grocery, Equipe Sport, Howard Printing, the Stratton Village Shops, and the Three Mountain Inn. The entry fee is $25. Riders are also encouraged to obtain pledges to support the hospital. Visit www.gracecottage.org/events for a route description and registration and pledge forms. These forms will also be available the morning of the race at the Stratton Base Lodge parking lot. Come and enjoy the beautiful scenery, get some exercise, and help support Grace Cottage Hospital! For more information, call 802-3659109.

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23rd Annual Mountain Valley Open Attention Golfers: Save the date and sign up now for the 23rd Annual Mountain Valley Open golf tournament. This year’s tournament will be held at the Tater Hill Country Club on September 14. Registration will be at 11a.m., shotgun start at noon. The tournament is an 18 hole, four person scramble, all abilities welcome! Donation will be $85 per golfer which includes 18 holes of golf with cart, hardy buffet and various handouts Throughout the day be sure to bid on some of the many wonderful items and gift certificates in our silent auction, our biggest silent auction ever! Items include: vacation getaways, paintings and framed photos from local artists, many dinner gift certificates, and autographed sports paraphernalia from the region’s professional sports teams. Skins will draw from $1,000 in gift certificates from The Vermont Country Store. Awards include: first, second, and third low gross, and first, second, and third low net. For further information, please contact Susie Wyman at 802-8243537 or visit the Web site at www.ourclinic.org. This is Mountain Valley Medical Clinic’s one major fundraising event and any support you may offer is greatly appreciated. Your support may consist of playing, donating time during the event, sponsoring a hole, or donating items or services to the silent auction. All proceeds go to MVMC in providing high quality healthcare to residents and visitors of the Southern Vermont area.

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Hunter Excavating Receives 2009 Best of Topsham Award

Hunter Excavating has been selected for the 2009 Best of Topsham Award in the Excavation Work category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community. Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program

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Dr. Blackwood Joins Grace Cottage

Dr. Carol Blackwood, a Family Practice physician with a specialty in geriatrics, has joined the staff of Grace Cottage Family Health. A graduate of the University of Vermont (B.A. Chemistry, B.S. Textile Design), and the University of Vermont College of Medicine, Dr. Blackwood finished her medical studies while serving in the U.S. Navy. She completed her Family Practice residency at the Naval Hospital at Camp Pendleton, California, and her Geriatrics Fellowship at East Carolina University. Dr. Blackwood served with the U.S. Navy for 25 years, most recently as Family Physician and Geriatrician at Camp Lejeune Naval Hospital in North Carolina. Her career in the Navy has taken her all over the world. Prior to receiving her medical degree, she was an intelligence officer at the Anti-Submarine Warfare Operations Center in Misawa, Japan; a watch officer in Seoul, Korea; an intelligence instructor in Virginia; and an assistant intelligence officer for the Submarine Force U.S. Atlantic Fleet, based in Norfolk. She was a Family Physician at naval hospitals in Lemoore, California, and Jacksonville, Florida, and during 2005, she was deployed to Fallujah, Iraq. “When I was in Iraq, I realized that when I retired from the Navy, I wanted to ‘go home’ to Vermont,” said Dr. Blackwood. “I found a perfect piece of land to build a house on in Rockingham, with room for my beagle and two horses (a Morgan and a Tennessee Walker).” She retired from the Navy earlier this year. “I chose to join Grace Cottage because it’s so strongly a part of the community - I’ll be able to get to know my patients and their families, and we’ll be able to work together as a team to promote good health and long life.” To schedule an appointment with Dr. Blackwood, call 802365-4331.

Transportation for Seniors

Getting around in Vermont can be a challenge for those without a car, or who can no longer drive. In Bennington and Rutland counties, free or low cost transportation services are available for seniors and people with disabilities who need individual rides to medical appointments (near and far), essential grocery and other shopping, or to visit a relative in a nursing home or hospital. In addition, the Rutland Elders on the Go program offers fun and interesting occasional bus trips from nearly every town in that county. For complete information on these transportation options call the Senior HelpLine 802-786-5991 or 1800-642-5119, at the Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging, serving Rutland and Bennington counties since 1974.

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Grief Support Group

Southwestern Vermont Health Care VNA and Hospice offers a new Grief Support opportunity. Every Thursday night at 6 p.m., those who have lost a loved one are invited to gather at the Second Congregational Church on Hillside Street. With the companionship of others who understand, you can find joy and peace and live a healthy productive life. “Healing from grief is not the process of forgetting, it is the process of remembering with less pain and more joy.” For more information, call VNA and Hospice 802-447-4594 .

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Fundraiser for Salem Food Pantry

A fundraiser for the Salem Food Pantry will be held on Saturday, September 5 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Laura’s Garden in Salem, New York. Customers can choose from hundreds of perennials and hardy mums, fresh floral arrangements and flowering houseplants. The Salem Food Pantry will receive 50 percent of that day’s sales. According to Seth Pitts, pantry director, approximately 50 families per week rely on this additional help to stretch their food budget. The Food Pantry has been in operation for nearly 20 years and is open to any resident of the Salem School District. Located in the White Church across from the Salem Post Office, hours are Saturday 10-1 for walk-ins or by appointment at 854-7419. Laura’s is located 5 miles north of the Village of Salem, at 2037 County Route 153. Additional directions and information can be found at www.laurasgardensite.com.

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Shushan, New York. This international event, being organized through the Bonnefire Coalition, intends to get people, worldwide, to look up! Every day, globally, pluming jet trails are expanding and combining to veil the sky and occlude the sun. NASA calls these Persistent Jet Contrails and NASA acknowledges that they are contributing to climate change as they: 1) hold heat against the Earth and 2) dim the sun. These pluming PJCs are a recent phenomenon in aviation history. As such, they could be stopped. It was because of her concern for this frequent veiling of the sky and loss of sunlight that Bonnie Hoag, a local resident, began the Bonnefire Coalition early in 2009. Sky Awareness Week, October 12 -19, will be a week-long celebration of the sky with an educational component to let people know about atmospheric experiments and geo-engineering programs that are impacting our weather and our health. The Sky Awareness Week Planning Packet and Poster can be found at the Bonnefire Coalition’s Web site, accessible at www.californiaskywatch.com and www.agriculturedefensecoalition.org. For further information phone Bonnie Hoag at 518-854-7764. ________________________________________________

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The Stratton Area Citizens Committee invites you to attend a meeting for all who are concerned about water quality on September 18th at 7:00 p.m. at Jamaica Town Hall. We are reaching out to the community to educate and attract new members to become involved as these issues are becoming more complicated and the implications of decisions being made now will have great impact on the future quality of the waters in our streams, lakes and rivers as well as the water we drink. Come and learn what we have been doing, what we are facing in the future and how we can affect state and local decisions. A panel of experts will discuss and answer questions about the �� roles of developers, the State and �� citizens. The Panelists are: Jenna �� Pugliese, Permit and Planning � � �� Manager, Stratton Mountain �� Resort; Marie Levesque �� Caduto, West River Watershed Coordinator, Water Quality Division of Department of Environmental Conservation; David Deen, River Steward for Connecticut River Watershed �� Council. Please attend this meeting to �� learn how you can help to protect �� the waters of Vermont. For more �� information contact Darlene �� Palola, Chairperson of Stratton �� Area Citizens Committee 802�� 297-2810.

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Pets Available at Second Chance

Melody is a 3 year old black Lab mix who was abandoned with her friend behind the shelter. She was extremely fearful and scared when staff arrived that morning to take care of her. Slowly, her trust can be gained and with appropriate socialization training she could become more and more outgoing. Melody is so sweet and is very responsive to gentle singing. She is a gentle soul who requires a lot of socialization and basic obedience. We recommend a quieter home with children 8 years and older. Cats are fine and other dogs are possible upon introduction. If you are looking to give an abandoned girl a new chance at happiness, then come and meet our beautiful Melody! Vince is a happy, 5 year old hound who came to SCAC because he was a stray from Bennington. He is extremely friendly, active and excitable. A very affectionate boy, Vince loves to cuddle and then run around with enthusiasm. Basic obedience and continued socialization would be tremendously beneficial �� for Vince. Vince has a lot of love, devotion and affection to give �� someone who has time for him. Extremely wiggly, Vince likes car �� rides, loves to play ball and can �� hardly sit still! We recommend an �� experienced home with children eight years and older. Other dogs �� may be possible upon introduction. If you are looking for a goofy �� guy for a pal, then come and meet our outrageous Vince! �� Joezi is a 6 year old whose owner

like sharing attention so we recommend she be adopted by someone who does not have any other pets. Come see our friendly girl. These pets and others are available at Second Chance Animal Center, Routen 7A, Shaftsbury, Vermont. For hours and information, call 802375-2898. ________________________________________________

The Live Green Energy Expo being held at Riley Rink on Saturday, September 5 needs volunteers. There will be four recycling stations set up around the Expo. These stations will not only be a place to toss the trash, but will also act as a learning experience. Each one will display the methods of separating trash and give the “tossers” a lesson in how to do it. The Expo will start at 9:30 and end at 4:30, and volunteers will work for 2-hour shifts. Chairs and umbrellas will be provided. Come with a friend �� and be part of the fun! Please call �� Harry Upton at RSVP, 297-2495 to �� get involved.

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Honoring a Loved One

Throughout our lives, people and animals often become important to us and make a great impact. There are many ways to remember or honor these special individuals. One way is to make a donation in their name to RCHS. For animal lovers, a terrific holiday or birthday gift might be a donation to RCHS. A donation is a great way to remember a favorite pet or family member who meant a lot to you. Joyous occasions, such as birthdays and weddings, are other reasons to donate. When someone asks you what you want as a gift, suggest a donation to RCHS! So next time you’re thinking about the “purrfect” gift for a loved one, please remember the homeless animals at RCHS. Your donation can really make a difference! If you have any questions about donating to RCHS please call us at 802-483-9171 or visit our Web site at www. rchsvt.org; 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, Vermont; 802-483-6700. Bruce is a 3 year old neutered male Rottweiler/German Shepherd mix. I am a lot of dog but I am extremely social and I love to play games, especially games that involve toys! I love to go for walks and I want to meet everyone I see.

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Last Chance to See ‘Paws & Reﬂect’

The Southern Vermont Arts Center’s popular Wilson Museum exhibition, “Paws and Reflect: Art of Canines”, will be jumping into the back seat, sticking its head out the window and heading down the road on Sunday, September 6, at 5 p.m. “Paws and Reflect” is a loving and thoughtful look at America’s love affair with man’s best friend. “Paws and Reflect” is a reflection of the Arts Center’s mission to present the finest quality exhibitions in the region. For more information call 802-362-1405. Visit any time at svac.org.

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Due to the overwhelming demand for additional space for meetings, functions and diverse activities, it was necessary to expand the library building which was converted from a schoolhouse in 2001. A rare phenomenon, we were too successful. The building

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has succeeded byeond expectations. Use, not only by the reading public, both young and old, but by various groups searching for comfortable space to pursue their interests encouraged expansion. The renovation is 90% complete but economic conditions have restricted the flow of donations and we find ourselves in need of $12,500 to complete the work. Many people who offer activities directed at the social good and youngsters who would be able to benefit from constructive play, await completion of the space. Donations toward this worthy cause should be made payable and sent to The Pawlet Project Committee, P.O.Box 128, Pawlet, Vermont 05761.

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Mystery Package Auction

The Rupert United Methodist Church is holding a Mystery Package Auction on Friday, September 11, beginning at 6 p.m. Baked goods will be available for purchase as well as refreshments. For further information, please call Edna at 802-645-0174; Carol at 802-394-7821; or Aggie at 394-7727. Come join the fun and bid on a special Mystery Package for yourself! ________________________________________________

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The Hebron Preservation Society invites the community to its Thursday, September 10, program on Farmland Conservation and Stewardship. An illustrated talk, entitled “Donation of Development Rights to Preserve Land and Reduce Taxes,” will be presented by John and Peg Underwood, Hebron residents. The proposal, planning and rights donation of their 40-acre forested parcel to the Agricultural Stewardship Association became a reality at the close of 2008. The procedures and benefits will be shared at this meeting. Prior to follow-up questions, Teri Ptacek, Executive Director of the Association will further describe ASA and its activities. This free presentation will be at the East Hebron United Presbyterian Church, 6559 State Route. 22, near Chamberlin Mills Road at 7:30 p.m. in Hebron.The church is handicapped accessible. Prior to the program, a 7:00 p.m. Society business meeting will be held. ____________________________________________

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A Barn Dance will be held on Saturday, September 19 at the Wing Clydesdales and Horse Farm, Granville, New York. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with hayrides; enjoy American and Polish food; a cash bar; and dance the night away until 11 p.m. Tickets, $15 for adults and $5 for chidlren 12 and under, are available at: Castleton Village Store, Castleton; Walker’s Farm Home and Tack; Fort Ann; Glens Falls National Bank, Scotties Coffee Shop, Slate Valley Museum, and The Thirst Parlor in Granville; Williams Hardware in Poultney; Wells Country Store, Wells; and Sweet Carolines in West Rutland. For raffle tickets or further information, call 518-642-1417.

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The Maple Leaf Half Marathon and 5K Run and Fun Walk will be held Saturday morning September 12, starting and finishing at the Dana Thompson Recreation Center in Manchester. For months, runners and walkers have been registering for this exciting, late summer event. Please be aware that there is still time to register to run or walk by searching for Maple Leaf Half Marathon on the Internet, by visiting the Manchester Chamber of Commerce, or by showing up early (7 a.m.) on race day. We hope to see a large turnout in our Corporate Challenge, with local groups competing for bragging rights for 2009. Also, please notice all of the local businesses that have made the race possible. And, please know that the race is a benefit for the Manchester Lions Club. The Lions will use the race proceeds, as they have for over 58 years, to help the Northshire’s deserving individuals and projects. Lions help those in need: students with scholarships, people facing extreme medical issues, youth education and recreation, disaster relief. Indeed, the list of Lions’ charities is endless. When you run or walk in the half marathon, the 5K, or the Corporate Challenge, you are helping your friends and neighbors. We hope to see a huge turnout of local runners and walkers on race day. So, take part in the Maple Leaf! The Lions and the community at large will appreciate your support! ________________________________________________

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Maple Street eighth grader, Addie Fulton of Stratton Mountain, made the 2009 U. S. Junior Squash Team this summer. Addie is 13 years old and has been training weekly with Zafi Levy, the Head Squash Coach at Williams College. She is currently ranked #7 in U13 girls and has played in tournaments across the country. This summer, she was asked to join 11 other national players in the U13, U15, and U17 girls brackets in the “Battle of The Borders,” an annual international tournament between the United States and Canada. Over the past seven years, the tournament has pulled the best juniors from the U.S.A. and Canada for a fierce international competition. In 2008, Canada won the title after an excruciatingly close 12-12 battle which was decided by a tie-breaker. Despite Addie Fulton’s 6, 5, 4, win over Sarah Hopton from Ontario, Canada was able to defend the title by a score of 13-11. Maple Street School is an independent day school serving children in grades Kindergarten through eighth grade. For more information about the school, please call Jeff Barclay at 802-362-7137 or visit on the web at www.maplestreetschool.com.

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Fabric Art Show in Rupert

On Saturday, September 12, from 3-5 p.m., the Kittay Public Library will host an opening reception for local artists of the exciting new Fabric Art Show. These talented artists have used fabrics to create unusual and dynamic works of art. The exhibit will include quilting, wall hangings, collages, and hooked rugs. Contributing artists are: Judy Barden, Janet Fram, Jane Davies, Emma Farrar, Lucille Festa, Lucy Burnham, Elizabeth Winters and Zoe Loomis. The display will continue through October and can be viewed during regular library hours: Tuesday, 2:30-5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Thursday, 5-7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.- noon; and Sunday 1-4 p.m. The Kittay Public Library is located at 2827 Route 153 in Rupert. The upcoming October art exhibit will feature the works of Christopher Smith. For more information, call 394-7864. _________________________________________________

‘Art of Action’ Open House

The “Art of Action” exhibition will kick into full gear on September 4 with the sounds of the Don’t Leave Band. Don’t Leave performs its ageless, unique blend of time honored rock and roll built around powerful vocals and contagious energy. Bill Muench and Lee Romano started Don’t Leave (with Rich Titus) 25 years ago at Stratton Mountain. Dave Domenick joined the band in 1998 and with the recent addition of Mike Meaney on drums/vocals along with Greg Snedeker on keyboard/cello/vocals, the band is ready to rock the Northshire. Don’t Leave has enjoyed a devoted following over the years, performing throughout the Northeast and beyond while making friends at every step along the way. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., come wander a special exhibit of ten commissioned artists whose work envisions Vermont’s Future.This exhibit will leave Manchester to travel to 25 other communities and down to Washington, DC. The artists who created these works to engage and encourage discussion around our future will be on site to share their visions and talk about their creative processes. Hors d’oeuvres are being provided by local restaurants and inns. A cash bar is available. Meet and talk with Vermont Arts Council staff including Executive Director Alex Aldrich and John Zwick the project coordinator. We are pleased that Manchester is stop #1. For more information about the Art of Action event in Manchester please visit www.manchestervermont.net, or call 362-6313.

Book Signing for Judy Lake

Judy Lake of Lake’s Lampshades will be signing copies of her new book, “The Lampshade Lady’s Guide to Lighting Up Your Life”, at her shop on Sunday September 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Lake’s Lampshades is located at 60 School Street, Pawlet Village; www.lakeslampshades.com. The book is a craft how-to book published by Potter Craft, a division of Crown Publishing. Judy will also be offering three separate (not a series) workshops this fall at her shop: September 30; October 14; or October 27. Call shop for more information at 802-325-6308 or check out her blog, The Lampshade Lady. Also come visit Pawlet’s Art on The Green. Remember it is Sunday, September 6, not Saturday! There will be many local artists showing their work. This is always a fun day not to be missed. Extra parking is available at the Pawlet Church. e-mail community news to:

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Sunday, September 6th at 8 pm the Mt. Holly Community Association we will welcome back Alexa Fila and Joe Solomon to our jazz cabaret evening. Joe on the string bass and Alexa vocalist will perform jazz favorites in the Billie Holiday style. We will transform the community center and library into a Cabaret and serve decadent desserts and libations for purchase. Be sure to get there early to get a good seat. As always, our events are free and open to the public.

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After a one-night only sold out musical revue performance in April 2008, The Dorset Players are proud to present “Come to the Cabaret”. This show kicks off a series of exciting fundraising events geared towards raising money for the water diversion project. During the spring of 2008 torrential downpours, coupled with snowmelt, flooded the basement of the Dorset Playhouse. Many hours of volunteer work went into repairing the damage, but there is still work to be done. Please join us for an evening of popular showtunes featuring local favorites performing musical numbers from Cabaret, Guys and Dolls, and many more. Performances will be held Friday Sept. 11 and Saturday Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Dorset Playhouse on Cheney Rd in Dorset, VT. Tickets are $20 apiece to be purchased at the door. The Barn Restaurant will provide wine and other refreshments for sale from 6:30 p.m., till showtime. Thank you for your continued support.

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WEEKLY ALMANAC AA • AL-ANON • NA • GA

Thursday: AA meeting, Breakfast with Your Higher Power, Northshire Baptist Church, Manchester. 7:30 a.m. AA meeting, Sherburne United Church, Killington, noon AA Big Book meeting, Grace Congregational Church, Rutland, noon AA meeting, St. Paul’s CC, Manchester, noon AA, Scars, Bars, Big Book meeting, Rutland Correctional Ctr, Rutland, 4 p.m. AA Women’s meeting, Zion Episcopal Ch, Manchester, 6:30 p.m. Gamblers Anonymous, 7 p.m. at Turning Point, 141 State St., Rutland,1-800-522-4700. Al-Anon meeting, Memorial Hospital, Brattleboro, 7 p.m. SMART Recovery: Brattleboro Savings & Loan Bldg., downstairs, 7 p.m. 254-5568. AA Step meeting, United Methodist Ch, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Church, Rte. 7A, 7:30 a.m. AA Room to Grow, Steel Square Bldg., Rutland, 7:30 p.m. NA Just for Today, 7:30 p.m., Al Ducci’s Cafe, Manchester AA meeting, Congregational Church Rupert, 8 p.m. AA, meeting, Jamaica Community Ch, 8 p.m. Friday: AA-Breakfast with Your Higher Power, Step Meeting, Northshire Baptist Church, 7:30 a.m. Al-Anon meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Manchester, 1 p.m. AA meeting, St. Peter’s School, Rutland, 7 p.m. AA meeting (step/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, St. Luke’s Fair Haven, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, Pawlet Community Ch, 7:30 p.m. AA New Beginnings (Beginners 6:30), Steel Square Bldg., Rutland, 8 p.m. J.S. Open Discussion meeting, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Saturday: AA meeting, Breakfast with your Higher Power, Beginners, Northshire Baptist Church, 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 September 2, 2009

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. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Church, Rte. 7A (across from Manchester Engine) 7:30 a.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

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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: Bennington Free Clinic, 6-9 p.m. Located at First Baptist Church, 601 Main St., Bennington, VT. Call 447-3700 for appointment. 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.

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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, 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.

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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

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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. 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

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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

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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

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.

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 Legion Room, second and fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. Red Clover Chapter, Embroidery Guild of America, Trinity Church, Rutland, second Thursday, 7 p.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

Robert Smith, Director, 362-4224 Tuesday: Open Duplicate Bridge, 1 p.m. at Equinox Village. Call Elizabeth Von 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 Thursday:

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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 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

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Saturday: Israel Congregation of Manchester: Shabbat Services, 9:30 a.m., Israel Congregation of Manchester, Rte 7A St. Paul’s Church, Mass, 5:30 p.m., 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 Worship, 9:30; 9 Nursery available for infant-3 years.. Rev. Dr. Steven E. Berry, Pastor, 3622709; www.firstcongregationalmanchester.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.;

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, 7-9 p.m., Arlington Fire Station, Old Mill Rd., 375-6652; now through September 9, every 2nd & 4th Wednesday. Bingo, South Wallingford Grange, 7 p.m.

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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. 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 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.) LONDONDERRY Saturday:

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St. Joseph’s Chapel, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: Second Congregational Church, Services, 9:30 a.m. (child care) South Londonderry First Baptist Church, Children, adult Sunday School, 9 a.m., Worship 10 a.m., childcare provided. Communion celebrated 1st Sun. of each month; coffee hour following. 824-6046 PERU Sunday: Peru Congregational Church, Main St., Sunday Service, 9:30 a.m. Child care provided. Pastor Margaret, 379-1438. 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. STRATTON Sunday: Chapel of the Snows, Roman Catholic Mass, 12:30 p.m. SHAFTSBURY Sunday: Redeemer Lutheran Church (ECLA)m Route 67A, 1.5 miles off Route 7A, Shaftsbury. sunday communion service, 9:30 a.m. Pastor Fredrick McGee. 442-8423. First United Methodist Church, Divine Worship, 10:45 a.m. WELLS Sunday: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8:45 a.m. United Methodist Church, Sunday Worship, 8:30 a.m.

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Saturday, September 5, 9am-4pm. Rain Date: Sunday. 122 Highland, Manchester above Elm St.Household items, dishes, silverware, baby equipment, air conditioners, some furniture, new baby clothes, much more.

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Below: Lee Jones, Ann Brette, Teresa Amaden, Golf Pro Joan McDonald, LPTA President Ann Houser, Susan Hunter, and Drika Kimball are helping to prepare for a Golf Tournament to benefit Long Trail School ...details on page 13.

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