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www.vermontnews-guide.com • September 30, 2009

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Vol 48 No 94

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Top left: Cover girl Martha Thompson oﬀers a delicious pumpkin pie to accompany a wonderfully tasty chicken pie supper ...details on page 12 Above: Jill Smith wants you to send in those Yoplait covers ...details on page 32 Hitting the boards are Kevin O’Toole, Chris Restino, Mona Wightman, and Peter D’Arcy Langstaﬀ as they rehearse a scene from “Arsenic and Old Lace” ...story on page 41

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OUR READERS’ LETTERS ...response...

I am responding to the questions Cathy Hill raised in her Letter to the Editor. The scale of this project actually makes it easier for Habitat to construct, oversee, and guarantee the quality of the homes than if the homes were segregated segments, isolated by distance, with each utilizing its own unique support infrastructure. The Habitat houses will be sited on lots as large or larger than existing lots with an average lot size of 0.29 acres. Our project calls for significantly fewer homes than are currently allowed under the Manchester Zoning Bylaws. We anticipate completing the Habitat homes over many years. The growth in the neighborhood will take place gradually. A shared septic system must meet rigid State of Vermont standards including perpetual periodic inspection and certification requirements, allowing greater flexibility for constructive landscaping, parking and vehicular circulation, grading and drainage, and home placement. The planned upgrades to the town water line will provide an increase in water pressure, significantly improving fire safety. The road improvements will provide safer access to Routes 11/30, better storm water management for the ditches and culverts, and

improved road width in areas that are currently sub-standard. Our family partners will pay their mortgage, property insurance, property taxes and all other expenses necessary to maintain their homes. No current homeowners will have any financial burden placed upon their property because of the Habitat project. It cannot be overstated what an incredible opportunity this project offers to fulfill the town’s goals and commitment to create affordable housing. Our success will depend upon the support members of the Manchester community provide, now with planning and securing the funds we need, and over the years building the homes. — Richard Malley, President Bennington Area Habitat for Humanity

...thank you...

On behalf of the board of the Equinox Preservation Trust and the Manchester office of the Vermont Institute of Natural Science I would like to thank the staff of Eastern Mountain Sports and the community members who volunteered their time to help remove invasive plant species on the Equinox Preserve. On Tuesday, September 15, the twelve volunteers joined forester Alan Calfee from Calfee Woodland Management and Rick LaDue from VINS-Manchester in cut-

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ting and pulling invasive bush honeysuckle and buckthorn, opening up an area at the junction of the Red Gate and Aspen trails to increased sunlight and reduced competition for native plant species such as trout lilies, milkweed and asters. We encourage the community to take a hike this weekend to see the work done by the volunteers and to stop by the Manchester EMS store to thank the staff for their efforts. — Rick LaDue Program Manager, VINS-Manchester

...new addition...

A fabulous new addition to outdoor life in Manchester has opened to the public, a new 1.5 mile loop trail in the Pew Forest parcel on Three Maple Drive. With it comes a big opportunity for us all to show our support for the continuing expansion of land open to the public along the breadth of Equinox Highlands. The value of preserving these large stretches of unique hardwood forest habitat will extend for generations. Those of us who have been hiking the Highlands all our lives, as four generations of my family have, and all who are just discovering the forested wonders along our mountains at the edge of town, we owe it to ourselves and future generations to support TNC’s long-standing commitment to the Equinox

IN THIS ISSUE:

Antiques & Auctions........... 34 Automotive......................... 67 Classifieds........................... 63 Creatures/Environment....... 38 Entertainment..................... 41 Fine Arts/Crafts................... 40 From my Corner.....................26 GNAT-TV................................26 Mind & Body....................... 31 Restaurants......................... 44 Service Directory................. 51 Sports................................. 28 Job Connection................... 62 Weekly Almanac................. 44 Worship.............................. 49 September 30, 2009

READERS’ LETTERS Highlands project. The benefits to our local communities and to all of us who experience these lands are immeasurable. TNC recently acquired the Pew parcel from UVM. A good number of local folks enjoyed this newest public trail at its grand opening. With the fall foliage starting to pop, this is the perfect time to take a celebratory walk on Manchester’s newest public trail and say a big thanks to TNC for their efforts. Additional local support for The Nature Conservancy’s efforts in Manchester is urgent. TNC needs additional funding to finalize acquisition of the 312acre parcel above the Southern Vermont Arts Center. The SVAC lands are already served by the EPT-maintained trail system. Ultimately, all these trails could connect to the new Pew Forest trail and beyond, all the way to Merck Forest. A challenge grant was recently announced to help TNC secure the SVAC parcel. All gifts up to $5,000 will be matched one to one. That means your donation will double in value the minute you make it! The closing is set for January, but TNC must still raise $248,000 to finalize this important purchase. It is time for those of us who enjoy these lands to put TNC over the top. With the matching grant available, and the new Pew Forest trail a wonderful reality, we must do our part to preserve another key parcel along Equinox and Mother Myrick.

Service Notes

Please give what you can now to help assure expansion of these invaluable conserved lands that we all can enjoy now and for all time. To make your contribution to TNC’s Equinox Highlands Campaign, contact Jennifer Kramer at TNC Vermont, at 802229-4425, ext. 104, or email her at jkramer@tnc.org. For more information, visit www.nature. org/vermont. — Kathe Dillmann, Manchester Center, Vermont

...excellent service...

I wish to thank Dr. Schwartz, Manchester Rescue Squad, and Dr. Warner and staff on West Wing at Southwestern Medical Center. Special thanks to Aunt Susan for caring for Tommy; Dan and Peggy Brockett for their help in my hour of need; Pastor Bob Carpenter, Rev. Jim Gray and Rev. Dickensen for visits and prayers. I also want to thank the members of the Baptist Church of Manchester for their prayers; the Manchester Health Service and Millie Dunn and Pat Wimley. We are truly blessed to have this excellent service available. I am most thankful for Dan, Brianna, Hailey, Pierre and Richard for keeping the lawn mowed and the weeds pulled. And special thanks to family and friends for transportation, errands, calls, cards, food, flowers, balloons and special hugs. Blessings, — Gloria Jordan, Manchester, Vermont

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Crescent Valley Homemakers

The Crescent Valley Homemakers will meet at the Pawlet Community Church at noon on Oct. 7. The hostesses will be June DeFelice, Barbara O”Connor, and Rose Napolitano. The program is a presentation of her trip to Nepal by Megan Wesko. For more information, call Pat at 3253579

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As our Hometown Heroes who belong to Bennington’s own B Troop, 172nd Cavalry national Guard Unit prepare for their upcoming deployment to Afghanistan, a group of area business leaders, neighbors and friends have been meeting for last several months to organize a Hometown Heroes Picnic that will celebrate our local heroes. The committee, which is made up of Bob Carter, Joann Erenhouse, Robin Greene, Mary Hamilton, Bob Hannan, Joe McClister, John Miner, Mary Morrissey, and Rich Ryderown, would like to invite the community to say “thank you” to our Guard members and their families on Saturday, October 3, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Willow Park on East Road in beautiful Bennington, Vermont. (Continued on next page)

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(Send-Off, cont.) Several generous area businesses have graciously extended their support as sponsors to make this event possible. The committee would like to thank the members of the Bennington Area Chamber, Wal Mart, Price Chopper, Hannaford, Leader Distributors, and the Vermont Ski Association, and other businesses who are still joining as supporters of this great event. Moe Harrington and other artists will provide live entertainment. There will be face painting, and games including a red, white and blue sack race, as well as a pie eating contest. Others participating in this endeavor will be the MAUHS Interact Club, the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Knights of Columbus, area service organizations such as Disabled American Veterans, American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. ________________________________________________

Salem Jr./Sr. High School Open House

The Salem Junior/Senior High School invites parents of all 7th12th grade students to its annual Open House which will be held on Thursday, October 8, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Parents may arrive at the school anytime between 5:30 and 7 p.m. to meet individually with their child’s teachers in the high school gymnasium. Teachers will be handing out 5-week progress reports at this time. The gymnasium conferences will be brief; however, parents are strongly encouraged to sign up for a teacher conference if more time is needed. We look forward to seeing you on October 8.

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Join the Pember Museum for an African Experience on Wednesday October 7 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. There will be a slide presentation, handson exploration, puzzles, crafts, and live African hedgehogs. This is a free public program open to children and adults of all ages. Registration is not required. For more information, contact Bernadette Hoffman at 518-642-1515. ________________________________________________

Crafters Wanted

The Battenkill Aerie #2551 Eagles Ladies Auxiliary is hosting Crafts for All Seasons on Saturday, November 14, in Manchester, Vermont at Manchester Elementary and Middle School located on Memorial Avenue. The Craft Fair is now in its fourth year and is very successful as many people visit our area at this time of year to get a jump-start on their holiday shopping. Artisans who wish to purchase a booth are welcome to apply. The craftsmanship being presented must be your own work. Mass-produced items, multi-level marketing goods, or any product not made by you or a member of your family will be considered unacceptable. Crafts for All Seasons is “juried” and all applications need to be submitted by October 25th. Please contact Roby Read for specific information and applications by either emailing her at fritterr@comcast. net (please include Eagles in the subject line) or calling her at 802-6834546. All funds received will benefit our Children’s Charities. Your participation will enable us to make a positive difference in the lives of those youngsters who are in need.

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100th Birthday at Equinox Terrace

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As befits such an important birthday, the celebration for Lillian Reynolds was spread over several days, featuring family members, friends, and a visit to her old home in Arlington. Her party at the Terrace was marked by a silly hat, balloons, and a birthday cake, as well as one unique gift. Lillian—a long-time advocate of whole grains— was presented with a four-pound loaf of 100% whole wheat bread, specially baked for her and donated by Al Ducci’s, and decorated with an enormous red bow. The loaf, once sliced and frozen, will enrich many more of Lillian’s meals as she proceeds into her 101st year and continues to win at bridge.

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Joan Brady Book Signing, Presentation and Reception at SVAC

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On Saturday, October 3, as part of its Artful Fall Weekend event, the Southern Vermont Arts Center is pleased to welcome artist and author, Joan Brady. The artist will speak on her life and work in the Arkell Pavilion at 5:30 p.m. and attend a reception, featuring hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, in Yester House Gallery at 6:30 p.m. During the reception, Ms. Brady will be signing copies of her latest book, a creative fusion of watercolor and poetry, “Between Brushstrokes”; reception guests are encouraged to tour SVAC’s 53rd National Fall Open Exhibition, currently on display in Yester House. An all-inclusive gourmet buffet dinner, including wine, will be served in Yester House’s Garden Café at 7:15 p.m. Please call 802-362-8298 or 802-366-0360 for information and reservations. Joan Brady has made a name for herself with her exquisite watercolor paintings. In her work, masterful craftsmanship and boldness are combined with a subtle, feminine attention to beauty — the beauty of everyday life. The Artful Fall Weekend is a reflection of the Arts Center’s mission to present the finest quality exhibitions, performances, education and instruction in the arts in the region. Gallery admission is free for Members and children under 13, $8 for non-members, $3 for students. 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 12 to 5 p.m. Visit any time at svac.org.

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Locks of Love

The Salon and Boutique is holding a Locks of Love event on Saturday, October 3. Please come in any time between 9 a.m . and 3 p.m., to receive a free haircut and polish change for all donations made to Locks of Love. The Salon is located at 105 B, Bonnet Street, Manchester Center, Vermont. Locks of Love is a public, nonprofit organization that provides vacuum fitted hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. For further information, call the Salon at 802-362-1990. Locks of Love Web site is wwwlocksoflove.org. ________________________________________________

Grandparent’s Day Lunch at Fisher

Fisher Elementary School celebrated Grandparent’s Day with a special lunch in the Mack Multi-Purpose Room. Fisher Principal Deanne Lacoste helped serve lunch and greeted the families. “This is truly one of the most fun lunches we have all year. The students love having their grandparents and friends here. We take photos throughout lunch and post them for everyone to see at Open House.”

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5-Hour Prelicensing Class

The NYS 5-hour prelicensing course will be held on Thursday, October 1, at Hoosick Falls Central School. Registration that evening begins at 4:30 p.m., in the High School Office, with the class following promptly at 5 p.m. A valid learner’s permit and $35 cash or check is needed. Please call Terri Burdick 518-686-9492, ext. 1034, for any questions. _______________________________________________

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The Mary Martha Fellowship of the First Baptist Church of Manchester invites the community to their annual Chicken Pie Supper on Saturday, October 3, with seatings at 5 and 6:30 p.m. This bountiful supper has been an annual event at the Baptist Church for over 100 years. The menu includes chicken pies made with chicken from the Wallingford Locker, creamy gravy and topped with homemade biscuits. The menu also includes mashed potatoes, butternut squash, peas, coleslaw with a special dressing, cranberry jelly, extra biscuit and gravy, and your choice of apple, mince, or pumpkin pie served with cheddar cheese. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children eight and under. Tickets will be available at the door if they have not been sold out. You may make your reservation by calling Martha Thompson at 802-362-3473. Reservations are recommended for guests who have a problem with stairs as that seating is limited. The church is located in Manchester on the corner of Route 7A (Main Street) and Route 30 (Bonnet Street). For information, please call co-chairs Martha Thompson at 802-362-3473 or Mary Keyes at 802-362-3551.

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Arlington Announces AP Scholars

Arlington Memorial High School (AMHS) Principal Kerry Csizmesia announced that three 2009 graduates have earned Advanced Placement Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievements on AP exams earlier this year. Matthew Belnap, Rhys Niedecker and Heather Snow each received “AP Scholar with Honor” distinction for scoring a minimum of 3.25 (out of a possible 5) on all AP exams and earning scores of three or higher on four or more exams. AMHS offers seven AP classes in the areas of science, math, English, history and music. Arlington Principal Kerry Csizmesia lauded the efforts of the three graduates and congratulated AP teachers at AMHS. “The success of Matt, Heather and Rhys is a true testament to their personal goals of achievement and the mission of academic excellence Arlington has for all of its students. I want to thank the faculty for all they do to challenge and support each AMHS student, and I want to extend my best wishes to Matt, Heather and Rhys and their families.” Belnap, who is currently a student at Boston College, scored a 5 in Calculus, a 5 in Statistics and a 4 in English Literature. Niedecker, who is studying Biology at the University of Vermont, earned a 5 in Biology and a 4 in Calculus. Snow, an environmental studies major at UVM, scored a 5 in Biology, a 5 in Calculus and a 5 in Statistics. The Advanced Placement Scholar Awards are determined by The College Board, a not-for-profit organization of 5,600 educational organizations whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity through programs such as the SAT and PSAT. For more information about AMHS Advanced Placement courses, contact Csizmesia at principal@bvsu.org or 802-375-2589. You can visit the AMHS Web site at www.arlingtonmemorialhs.org. ____________________

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The next Roast Pork Dinner will be offered on Saturday, October 3, 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 802325-3428 or Judy Coolidge at 802-325-3073. Take out orders can also be made on the day of the dinner by calling the church at 802-3253022. 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 brownies with ice cream. Cost of the dinner is: adults, $10; age 12, $6; 5 & under, no charge. September 30, 2009

Head of School John H. Suitor III announces that Long Trail School added five new team members this fall, three of whom are full-time and two of whom are part-time. Geoff Gee joins an already exceptional Arts Department as the Director of Long Trail’s Instrumental Music Program. A Berklee College of Music graduate, Geoff is a pianist, composer, sound designer and educator. He teaches instrumental and band classes to Middle and Upper School students. Geoff lives in Hebron, New York, with his wife Kimerer LaMothe. They have five children: Jordan LaMothe (LTS freshman), Jessica Gee, Kyra LaMothe, Kai LaMothe, and Leif Gee. Kelley Swarthout earned her PhD. in Latin American studies from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. An accomplished professor, she comes to LTS most recently from Hamilton College in Hamilton, New York. Kelly is teaching Spanish classes for the World Languages department. Outside of school, she enjoys her huge organic vegetable garden and is working on developing her orchard. She resides in West Rutland with her husband Duane Gorman. Brett Park recently joined the Long Trail maintenance staff. An avid sportsman and race fan, Brett is a resident of Danby. His sister Alicia is a newly enrolled senior at Long Trail School. LTS is also pleased to welcome two additional part-time faculty members. John Rushing is extending his work in Long Trail’s athletic program by teaching middle school physical education classes and coaching the Middle School boys’ soccer team. John is also a freelance writer, and he lives in Dorset with his wife Ellen Stimson. They have three children: Benjamin Stimson (Green Mountain College graduate), Hannah Rushing (LTS Class of 2007, Mount Holyoke College junior), and Eli Rushing (LTS 8th grade). Lili Loveday has expanded her English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for LTS this year. Lili and her husband Don Cook are residents of Salem, New York. They have two children, Elena Loveday (LTS Class of ‘09, first year student at Champlain College) and Oren Cook (LTS senior).

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The Blue Jean Ball Comes To Town

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Friday, October 9 marks the return of the sensational, glitzy Blue Jean Ball. Beginning at 7 p.m., under Hildene’s Big Party Tent (thank you, Hildene!), this dazzling night includes dinner on your feet, a cash bar and lots of time on the dance floor. Where else can you sip a GrahamGreen-a-tini or a Capote Classic, dine on tasty food, win diamond inspired prizes (a David Yurman bracelet from Northeastern Fine Jewelry, condo & skiing from Stratton, shoes from Manchester Footwear, Overland, r.k. Miles, The Mountain Goat, Red Sox and Mets baseball tickets, an Equinox Hotel staycation, and

a case of wine from Comollo Antiques & Fine Wine) and have lots of time to dance? This year’s party is not to be missed as the Blue Jean Ball won’t make another appearance until the fall of 2011. All proceeds from this fun and fabulous event go toward supporting the Mark Skinner Library. So, whether you dress your denim up or down, grab your friends, support a worthy cause, and don’t miss the fun. For an invitation (thank you, Express Copy!) or to reserve your spot on the dance floor, please call the Mark Skinner Library at 802-362-2607.

An Evening of Irish Music

Enjoy an evening of Irish Music featuring Sarah Blair and Brendan Taaffe on Friday, October 2, 7:30 p.m., at the Old Firehouse Stage in Tinmouth, Vermont. Bringing together two of the top Irish musicians in the state, this concert promises to be a rich evening. Lauded as a “powerful and soulful player”, Sarah Blair began playing Irish fiddle in Providence and now makes her home in Montpelier. With her band The Sevens, Sarah has played at festivals, concerts and dance weeks from Alaska to Quebec to Florida. Fiddler Magazine says, “Her combination of grit and control makes for music with drive, lift, and a compelling earthiness.” Brendan Taaffe honed his guitar style while living in Ireland, where he earned a master’s degree in performance and played regularly. Now based in Brattleboro, Brendan tours the country with his band Magic Foot. In addition to driving guitar accompaniment, Brendan is also a lovely singer, drawing on songs from both the Irish and American tradition. The concert series benefits the Tinmouth Community Fund, a private non-profit supporting community based projects in Tinmouth. Tinmouth’s Old Firehouse Stage is located in beautiful downtown Tinmouth right on the green. Doors open at 7 p.m., and there is open seating. $9 donation at the door. Refreshments will be available. For more information contact Brendan at 802-770-0857 or visit www.tinmouthvt.org for directions.

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A Texas Hold ‘em Poker Tournament will be held at the Arlington Amerian Legion Post #69 on Saturday, October 3. Doors open at noon with the Tournament beginning at 1 p.m. The payout depends on the number of players. There is a $65 buy-in, $25 rebuy the first hour. A buffet is availalbe. This event, sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion, is to benefit the Children and Youth program, Veterans Assistance Fund, Boys State program and other American Legion programs. For further information, please call 375-6157. ________________________________________________

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The Northshire Interfaith Chorus will soon begin rehearsals for its January, 2010 concerts, “A Holiday Memory.” The concerts will feature a mix of choral classics and popular holiday favorites. The chorus is directed by Jeff Linebeck. Membership in the choir is open, no audition is required, and anyone wishing to participate should plan to attend the first rehearsal on Sunday, October 4, at 6 p.m., at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall at the corner of Main and Bonnet Streets in Manchester Center. Rehearsals will continue each Sunday evening from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Membership dues are $15.00 per concert to help defray expenses for purchasing music. For more information, please call Martha Thompson at 802-362-3473 or Jeff Linebeck at 802-345-3799.

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Garden Club of Poultney

The Garden Club of Poultney will hold its October meeting on Thursday, October 1 at 1 p.m., at the Gables in Rutland. The program is a powerpoint presentation entitled “Wildflowers Through the Eyes of an Appreciative Bird Watcher”, by Roy Pilcher, president of the Rutland Audubon Society. Carpooling will gather at the United Baptist Church of Poultney at 12:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served by hostesses Barbara Sawyer and Pat Fast.

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On October 4, at 2 p.m. at the Rec. Area, the First Congregational Church and participants of the “First Annual Rotating Benefit” will be dedicating a cake to Father Peter, the Australian Fire Service Chaplain and founder/administrator of the world-wide family groups. He is visiting the “family groups” at First Congregational Church here in Manchester. Ten area organizations participated in raising $1000 for the victims of the deadly fires earlier this year in Australia. The rotating benefit is an annual fundraising event. The beneficiary of this event varies each year and is selected by the participants. The next rotating benefit is planned for June, 2010. To participate in this event, contact event coordinator, Norma Will, at 802-362-3071. The first area-wide, “Rotating Benefit” tag sale was conducted in June. Ten area organizations participated in raising one thousand dollars for the victims of the deadly fires earlier this year in Australia. The money was distributed through Father Peter, the Australian Fire Service Chaplain and founder/administrator of the world-wide Family Groups Organization. Family Groups are non-denominational groups which meet regularly to support one another, promote community, and enjoy the companionship of other families. The First Congregational Church of Manchester is part of the Family Groups. Fr. Peter will be visiting Manchester the week of October 4, and will be honored at a gathering at the Rec. Area at 2 p.m., on October 4.

Chicken ‘n Biscuit Supper

A Chicken ‘n Biscuit Supper, served family-style will be offered on Thursday, October 8 starting at 4:30 p.m., at the North Granville United Methodist Church on Route 22. Adults $8; children 3-10 $3. The church is handicap accessible. All are welcome. _________________________________________________

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The Greater Manchester Arts Council is pleased to announce a fall workshop designed to assist the writer with moving their book idea to book proposal. Join Ed Cyzewski, author of “Coffeehouse Theology: Reflecting on God in Everyday Life” for a step-by-step journey into the process of transforming your book idea into a book proposal with the necessary research, style and tips that will send your proposal to the top of the pile. From networking advice, to tips from publishing professionals, this presentation will give aspiring writers the tools they need to take the next step in the publishing process. This workshop will emphasize the nonfiction process, but will offer valuable advice for writers in every genre. The workshop will be held on Saturday, October 17, from 9-noon at the Inn at Willow Pond on Rte. 7A in Manchester, Vermont. Cost is $45 per person/$40 early bird registration. Fee includes a continental breakfast. Please call 802-867-0272 for registration and information or email gmarts06@myfairpoint.net. _______________________________________________

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Please mark your calendars for the following upcoming events sponsored by the Cambridge Historical Society and Museum: October 3 - Apple Fest held at the Cambridge Hotel. The Historical Society will be one of the sponsors and will be a vendor where you can purchase items from the Museum and enter the 50/50 drawing. October 10 — Sixth Annual Heritage Weekend beginning at 10 a.m. “Cemeteries of the Greater Cambridge Area” with speakers on stone cutters of our area and specific needs of cemeteries old and new. A bag lunch will be available for sale to benefit the Historical Society and Woodlands Cemetery. Come and enjoy an old Victorian tradition of picnicing at the Woodlands Cemetery followed by a directed tour of the Cemetery. October 11 — Museum open for tours and exhibits from 1 to 4 p.m. November 9 — Annual membership meeting November 21 and 22 — Christmas in November December 4 - Christmas Open House Watch for details for the last three events. The Museum will close for the winter following the Christmas Open House.

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Eckankar Worship Service

Eckankar, the Religion of the Light and Sound of God, is a spiritual teaching that provides simple exercises for people of all faiths, traditions, and walks of life to develop and deepen a conscious and practical relationship with spirit. “Understanding the Spiritual Purpose of Dreams” is the topic for the Worship Service to be held Sunday, October 4, at 10:30 a.m., at The Holiday Inn Express in White River Junction. All are welcome. There is no charge for this event. For information, 1-800-772-9390. _________________________________________________

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The Northshire Nonprofit Network will be meeting on Friday, October 2, 8 a.m., at Riley Rink at Hunter Park (Hunter Park Road), located off Route 7A, Manchester Center, Vermont. The topic is “Communication Plans — What’s Happened Over the Year.” Guest speakers Barbara Dooling, United Counseling Service (UCS), and Margaret Donovan, Manchester Advertising, will do a follow up presentation on their plans. Ms. Dooling, Community Relations Specialist for UCS, assists in fund development. Ms. Donovan is the owner of Manchester Advertising. This meeting is free and open to staff, board members, and volunteers from all nonprofit organizations in the region, as well as other interested people. Refreshments will be served. The meeting generally ends around 9:15 a.m. or so. For additional information about this program or any other upcoming Northshire Nonprofit Network programs, call Seline Skoug at 802-375-4568 or e-mail her at seline@selineskoug.com or visit the NNN Web site at www.nnnvt.wordpress.com.

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National Competition Programs

The VFW Post #6471, Manchester, has information on VFW National Competition Programs: Patriots’ Pen, students grades six through eight; Voice of Democracy, students grades nine through twelve. For information regarding these programs, including this year’s theme and deadline for entry, at 802-362-9840. ________________________________________________

Very Cool Chemistry at Mark Skinner Library

On October 17, at 10:30 a.m., the Mark Skinner Library invites you to the opening event of its new season of Super Saturday Family Programs. Rebecca Rupp, noted author and scientist, will return with a new program, “Very Cool Chemistry.” During this presentation Rebecca will have the children try chalk chromatography as well as make and test pH paper. Finally, those attending will create a chemical explosion in a plastic bag! This program is best for children ages 6 to 10 and younger children with supportive adult caregivers. This 45-minute program is free and open to the public. Children must be accompanied and supervised by adult caregivers. For more information, call the library at 802-3622607.

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Warm Knitted Garments Wanted!

Throughout the month of October, Yarns for Your Soul will be collecting warm garments for Afghans for Afghans. Continuing with the year-long charity knitting campaign, “Knit For Your Soul and Theirs,” Yarns for Your Soul will collect wool or alpaca hats, mittens, sweaters, vests, socks and afghans to be sent to Afghanistan. All of the garments will be donated to orphanages, clinics and children’s centers to help keep children warm during Afghanistan’s notoriously harsh winter. Yarn must be either wool or alpaca with at least 80% animal fiber for maximum warmth. Please consider using green yarn as it is the beloved color of Islam. Come into the shop to browse the list of recommended patterns. Volunteers who donate garments to the shop will receive a coupon for 10 percent off a future purchase. Yarns for Your Soul is located at 605 Depot Street 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. _________________________________________________

Play it Safe – Get the Flu Vaccine!

It’s that time of year again – the weather is getting colder, the days are getting shorter, and the threat of the flu hangs in the air. Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) is again offering community flu vaccine clinics in southern Vermont. Please be advised that only the seasonal influenza vaccine will be administered. Flu vaccine clinics in Bennington will be held at the Second Congregational Church on Hillside Street. The dates and times are as follows: Wednesday, October 14, noon to 3 p.m.; Friday, October 16, noon to 3 p.m.; Monday, October 19, 3 to 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, October 21, noon to 3 p.m. No appointment is necessary. With 24-hour notice, the Green Mountain Express bus service will pick up and drop off individuals at the Second Congregational Church for the above clinics. Call 802-447-0477 for more information. For the Manchester area, call the SVMC Northshire Campus at 802362-4440 for more information. The cost of the flu vaccine is $25 and is covered by Medicare Part B. Health insurance is accepted at the Deerfield Valley and Manchester locations. Recipients must be at least 18 years old. For updated information, call the Flu Clinic Hotline at 802-447-5559. Southwestern Vermont Health Care is a community-based, notfor-profit health system that exists solely for the benefit of the communities it serves.

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Landscape Master Gary Fifer Returns to SVAC Workshop Series

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Plein Air Landscape Oil Painting in the Fall, presented by acknowledged en plein air (out-of-doors) master Gary Fifer, makes its Autumnal debut in the Southern Vermont Arts Center’s Joan Hay Madeira and Lew Madeira Education Center October 6-10. Gary Fifer traces his artistic roots Gary Fifer, Washington County, oil to the American Impressionists who painted in New York and Connecticut during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. He was a long-time protégé of Arthur Maynard who, in turn, studied under Frank V. Dumond and was, himself, an instructor at the Art Students League of New York and the Ridgewood Art Institute. His all-level, on-location survey of the art of en plein air painting concerns itself, largely, with the effect of light in nature; the prismatic flow from light to shadow along with the influence of the changing atmosphere, weather and the time of day make these changes infinite. SVAC’s Summer-Fall Art Workshop Series is one facet in the Arts Center’s mission to provide “education and instruction in the arts” to area residents and visitors. See complete workshop descriptions and register online at svac.org. 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 time at svac.org.

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Mountain School Hikes to End Hunger

On Thursday, October 1, at Jamaica State Park on Route 30, in Jamaica, The Mountain School at Winhall will join forces with colleges, high schools, middle, and elementary schools statewide as it kicks off its sixth annual hike in support of the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger. This year an unprecedented number of schools will be hiking to raise money for the Campaign’s Cooking for Life nutrition education classes. The Mountain School’s hikers have raised approximately $5000 since they first took steps to fight hunger in 2004. “The goal of Cooking for Life is to empower parents and youth to make healthy choices,” says Rebecca O’Reilly, Nutrition Education Coordinator of the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger. Anyone interested in donating funds — 100% of monies raised goes directly to the Campaign — and/or joining the students and staff on the hike, should call the school at 802-297-2662. Hikers should be at the school, on Route 30 in Bondville, in time to leave for Jamaica State Park at 9:30 a.m. ________________________________________________

Learn Belly Dancing at Grace Cottage Hospital

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From my Corner

NOW OPEN!

— by Susan J. Coons ...love and hate... Several weeks ago I wrote about the fear and anger demonstrated by some Americans toward other Americans at Town Hall meetings. There is a wave of violent rhetoric storming across our country right now colliding with our sensibilities. One reader from Manchester responded angrily, and personally, toward me with her anonymous letter. So many other readers have responded in such a positive way that I must say I’m thankful to be living in this area surrounded by so many understanding and compassionate people. I also want to thank those of you who have called, sent cards, e-mails and letters of encouragement and sympathy since the passing of my Cleo. It has been difficult. She is everywhere...in the window, at the door, sitting on my feet while I wash the dishes, I feel her breathing against me on the couch; I can smell her sweet, warm breath. Thank you with all my heart. I’m so grateful to have readers like you.

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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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The Dorset Players Invite You to an ‘Old Lace Jumble’

With the first show of their 82nd season, “Arsenic and Old Lace”, just around the corner, The Dorset Players are inviting the public to a “theatrical” tag sale at The Dorset Playhouse. The Old Lace Jumble will have items for sale including antiques, small furniture, decorator items, jewelry, artwork, boutique clothing, etc. Just in time for Halloween, there will be dress-up costumes for teens! These items, donated and consigned by our members and the public, will be juried. Proceeds benefit the fund to prevent further flood damage to this historic landmark. The Old Lace Jumble will take place Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at The Dorset Playhouse. Early birds will be admitted at 9 a.m., with a $10 donation. With price reductions on sale items every hour and special ticket rates available for “Arsenic and Old Lace”, which opens the following weekend, this is an event that shouldn’t be missed! For more information, visit us online at www.dorsetplayers.org.

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No previous teaching experience is necessary, only the desire to help an adult with life skills that include reading, writing, math, or English speaking skills.

On the web: vermontreadingpartners.org

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SPORTS Successful Day For Mountain Valley Medical Clinic Open Despite the cold weather, a full field of 125 golfers competed for the fourth annual Jean Cavanagh Memorial Award, presented to the team with the lowest gross score. This year’s winners were Terry Stoddard, Eric Griffith, Nick Matulomis, and T.J. Matulomis A special thank you to John Pawlek and the staff at Tater Hill for all their help throughout the day. Thank you to all the volunteers, sponsors and silent auction donors who contributed to our most successful tournament to date! Despite being faced with a difficult year to support local causes, we were fortunate to have many return sponsors as well as add new ones! Last but not least, we thank the golfers for participating and we look forward to seeing you again at next year’s tournament! All proceeds go to MVMC in helping to cover the cost of providing healthcare to the community. The Mountain Valley Medical Clinic, a non-profit medical clinic located in Londonderry, benefits from this event as its biggest fund-raiser of the year. _________________________________________________

Vermont Soccer Information Meeting

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tion regarding the program and tryouts and conclude with Q&A. Players are selected through open tryouts conducted by coaches who are experienced at identifying and training highly skilled players. The benefits to participating in ODP include skill development, the opportunity to train and play with the best players in one’s age group, quality instruction and competition, exposure to college coaches, and the opportunity to represent one’s state, region, or country in competition. For further information go to the Vermont Soccer Association Web site at www.vermontsoccer.org

Want to get outdoors and play this fall/winter, but don’t know where to go or have anyone to go with? Or perhaps you want to learn about our beautiful forests and the magic within them but are not sure where to turn. Maybe you’d just like to know what kind of outdoor organizations are present in our community. If any of these situations resonate with you, don’t miss EMS Manchester’s Club Day festivities on Friday October 2, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m., and Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Twice a year Eastern Mountain Sports hosts some of the area’s outdoor clubs to participate in Club Day. This season, representatives from groups such as Bromley Outing Club, Green Mountain Club, Battenkill Valley Runners and Vermont Institute of Natural Science will be on (Continued on page 30)

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SPORTS (Club Day, cont.) hand to share awareness and encourage participation in their respective clubs. If you are already a member of one of these groups, or similar outdoor organizations, come down with your support and receive a discount during the Club Day event. There will be raﬄes and refreshments too! Trekking to the Top of The World Katmandu, Mt. Everest, Khombu Valley. If your imagination runs wild when you hear these words then you simply must join Eastern Mountain Sports for an evening slideshow on “the top of the world’” Local adventurer, Bob Allen, will share pictures, memories and tips from his recent momentous trek into the majestic Himalayas! This event is free and perfect for the whole family. We’ll begin at 7 p.m. on Friday October 2 at Eastern Mountain Sports. Don’t hesitate to call with for more information. See you there! Come enjoy these two special days and learn more about what’s happening outside, in and around Manchester! We are located in the Manchester Shopping Center on routes 11/30 (Depot Street), right next to Price Chopper. If you have any questions please come into the store or call us at 802-366-8082. _________________________________________________

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Lost Pond Shelter, Mt. Tabor, Saturday, October 3, 9 p.m. Hike south from Big Branch on the Long/Appalachian Trail to see the newly reconstructed shelter. Moderate, 6 miles. For further information, call leader Allison Henry at 775-1627.

Maple Street Girls’ Open Season with Two Wins

The Maple Street School girls’ 7th and 8th grade soccer team began their season on a winning note last week with victories over Flood Brook and Dorset. Seventh grader Jordan Harmon led the way for Maple Street with three goals in the season opener, a 7-1 defeat of Flood Brook. The scoring was completed by 8th graders Addie Fulton, Lily Shaw, and Maddie Pagnucco, and 7th grader Robin Ross. Samantha Sullivan, Lathrop, and Ross split the goalkeeping duties. Thursday’s 5-1 win over Dorset again featured Harmon, who notched her second hat trick of the week. Pagnucco and Fulton rounded out the scoring attack. Shaw, fellow 8th grader Claire Cofelice, and 7th grader Meghan Tierney were the defensive standouts. 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. _________________________________________________

Andrea Paquin at South Street Cafe

Enjoy entertainment by Andrea Paquin at South Street Cafe on Saturday, October 10 at 7 p.m. This is a free show but a $10 donation will be appreciated to help with costs. South Street Cafe is located at 105 South Street, Bennington. For information, call 802-447-2433.

Best Season Passes in the East. Best Prices of the Year. Sale ends Monday, October 12, 2009.

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There will be a meditation and Taoist life philosophy class 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 1 to be held at Manchester Acupuncture and Herbs, 2434 Depot St. in Manchester. This class is held monthly and no experience is necessary to attend. The class will be facilitated by Rich Marantz who is certified in the instruction of Taoist meditation, Tai chi and Qigong. Participants will be given instruction and then practice a sitting meditation followed by a discussion on traditional Taoist philosophy with an emphasis on its application toward living a healthy and contented life. There is no fee for this class however a free will donation is gratefully accepted. Please bring a notebook and cushion, there are limited chairs available for those who need them. For more information contact Rich at 645-1960.

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Gemini Fitness & Aquatics Club in Granville will host a free event on October 7, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., on colon, breast, cervical, and ovarian cancer detection and treatments. A Community Outreach Coordinator from the Glens Falls Hospital Cancer Center will present the lecture. Informational pamphlets and other materials provided. All welcome. Please join us! 518-642-2550 ________________________________________________

Yoplait’s Pink Lid Program Beneﬁts Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Now is the perfect time to start focusing on YOU! Fitness & Aquatics Club Our packages 11 East Main Granville, NY start as low as 518.642.2550 $27.95/month! www.geminifitness-aquatics.com

Yoplait Yogurt’s annual Save Lids to Save Lives program is now up and running, so grab your spoons and start shopping! For the duration of the ‘pink lid’ drive – through December 31, 2009 – Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Susan G. Komen for the Cure® for every lid received, up to $1.5 million. And Yoplait guarantees a donation of at least $500,000. Simply look for the pink Yoplait lids in stores near you this fall, buy the yogurt, save and rinse those lids, and drop them off in the big collection boxes at Shaw’s and Price Chopper supermarkets in Bennington, Manchester and Rutland, Vermont; at Hannaford in Bennington and Rutland Vermont and Clarks’ Quality Foods in Londonderry, Vermont. Anyone anywhere in Vermont and New Hampshire can send their own rinsed and dried lids, up to one dozen lids per First Class or regular-sized envelope with a U.S. First Class postage stamp, to Save Lids to Save Lives®, P.O. Box 420704, El Paso, TX 88542-0704. Proceeds from all lids sent from either state will benefit the Vermont-New Hampshire Affiliate’s ongoing local education, screening and treatment initiatives. Grab your friends, coworkers, yoga class or neighbors, email to your address book, spread the word, and get involved today. For more information, call 362-2733, or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.

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Manchester Historical Society Curator Judy Harwood and MHS past president Bob Fowler traveled to Montpelier last week to receive a Centennial Nonprofit Award from Secretary of State Deb Markowitz.The State of Vermont annually honors nonprofits that have been continuously serving the community for more than a hundred years. The Manchester Historical Society was incorporated in 1898.

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CHERRY TREE AUCTIONS

Going for a Song!

Michael S. Smith & Friends • Professionals Since 1976

INTERESTING ESTATE’S ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION! SATURDAY Oct 3rd at 5pm • •

Previews: Fri 1-5 & Sat at 1

SALE HELD AT: The Washington Co. Fairgrounds on Route 29 between Greenwich & Schuylerville NY (about 45 min west of Arlington)

Our Fall season begins with Estate’s Jewelry, Sterling Silver, & Pocketwatches. Over 150 pieces of Waterford Crystal – including large pieces! Come & have Fun! Children are NOT allowed. CALL for TERMS

The Battenkill Chorale will be sponsoring a gigantic tag sale of fine and unique quality items on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 22 East Main Street., Cambridge, New York. All proceeds support the Chorale’s 15th anniversary season which includes performances of the Brahms Requiem and Orff ’s Carmina Burana. For further information, please call Janet McGhee at 518-6778233.

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150+ Pcs WATERFORD to include large “Waterford Master Cutter Masterpiece” Center Bowl, pairs 20” & 14” table lamps, several 10” to 17” vases, 56 pcs matching stemware, Waterford “Clarendon” pieces in colored cut crystal. MORE GLASS incl 38pc Cambridge blue Caprice set & 30+pcs Rosepoint. Complete 60pc service for 8 green Florentine No. 2 depression glass, & MORE GLASS. CHINA incl desirable 53pc Royal Stafford “June Roses” chintz pattern china service, and good hand painted German & French. ESTATE’S JEWELRY incl superb large 19thC 3pc cameo set in 14k; 1920’s platinum & 18k white gold filigree rings w/diamonds; platinum lady’s Art Deco wristwatch w/64 diamonds, 14k & 10k gold head gent’s walking sticks, & MORE. STERLING SILVER incl 38pcs Whiting’s desirable “Lily” and 3 other flatware sets. 6 Tiffany & Co dresser pcs & 8” Tiffany bowl, English handled basket, 10 coin silver napkin rings, 130 tr oz bullion coins. 20+ POCKETWATCHES incl fine Hamilton 23j 950 railroad & a Hamilton 21j 992; exc Waltham 21j #645, & exc lever set Seth Thomas w/multi-color dial. 3 large 19thC European silver cased keywinds (1 dial marked “Steamer & Railway Time”). GOOD VICTORIAN FURNITURE: 6+ Marble Top pieces incl impressive 7’8” chest with long dressing mirror & carved Jenny Linde head crest, Arts & Crafts oak double door bookcase, handsome golden oak library table and flat top desk, high quality Berkey & Gay full size mahogany sleigh bed, 8’11” painted gold pier mirror, & MORE! MORE GOOD SMALLS: 2 o/c paintings of Venice signed W Meadows and an English cottages painting sg HN Stannard (both British artists, listed). 8 clocks incl 13” figural Art Noveau woman “swinger” clock. 14k & 10k gold head gent’s walking sticks. Fine perfume/scent bottles & lady’s dresser top items. GOOD LIGHTING incl pair 27” brass French candle sconces, 2 curved panel table lamps, Pairpoint and B&H lamp bases. MORE items of merit. 14+ attractive multi-color floral hand painted plates together w/6+ soup plates all signed Seaman Dinoise St Amand France. Good dog & floral doorstops….

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The 51st Weston Antiques Show will take place this weekend, Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., each day. Admission is $8, and includes readmission as well as attendance at two Booth Seminars on Saturday. The Booth Seminars include Lee Hanes speaking on “Outfitting your Fireplace in the 18th Century Manner” at 11 a.m., while Henry Callan’s topic will be “The Charm of American Samplers” at 1 p.m. In all, the show will present 35 nationally acclaimed dealers from 14 states, ranging from Maine to Florida to Illinois. Dealer tenure varies as well: some dealers have been with the show for over twenty years, like Charles and Barbara Adams, from Yarmouth, Massachusetts, and Ester Gilbert Antiques (Bob and Sue Kozub) from Southampton, Massachusetts, to five dealers who are new to the show this year, and add specialties including antique quilts, miniatures and pewter ware. The show is preceded by a Gala Preview on Thursday, October 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is $50 per person and includes beverages and hors d’oeuvres. It’s the best time to acquire the “pick of the show”, as well as to socialize. Luncheon and refreshments will be available both days of the show, catered by The Inn at Weston. The Weston Antiques Show is an anchor for Vermont Antiques Week, in which over 200 dealers participate in shows in Ludlow, Bromley and Manchester, as well as Weston, on one beautiful fall weekend. It’s a paradise for the serious collector and the browser alike. For a wonderful day, visit one Vermont’s prettiest villages, at the height of fall foliage, and enjoy what the New York Times has dubbed “One of the best small shows in New England”: the Weston Antiques Show.

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A Flea Market will be held at the West Pawlet Firehouse on Saturday, October 3,from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You will find many flea market items; exciting raffles throughout the day; an enticing bake sale; and lunch is offered. For further information,call Edna at 802-645-0174. This event is to benefit the West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department. _______________________________________________

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The Shoppe Off Broadway

The Shoppe Off Broadway thrift store in Salem, New York, will be holding its September bag sale on Wednesday, September 30, and Thursday through Saturday, October 1-3. During the bag sale, shorts will be given away free in order to make space for the great fall and winter merchandise waiting to be displayed. In addition to the large inventory of new and gently used clothing and shoes, the Shoppe carries a large supply of reasonably priced accessories, household goods, home decor and books. The Shoppe is located next to the Salem Courthouse Community Center on East Broadway and is open Wednesday, 1-6 and Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10-1. The Shoppe is a not-for-profit organization, and all proceeds support area youth programs in the Courthouse and the community. For additional information, please call 518-854-9090, and remember to “Shop the Shoppe”.

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CREATURES

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Blessing of the Animals at Zion Episcopal Church

October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month

Zion Episcopal Church, Manchester Center, invites the community to the Blessing of the Animals on October 4. The Blessing of the Animals will take place at 10:00 a.m. on the lawn in front of the church — pets will be blessed in honor of St. Francis of Assisi (dogs on leashes, please). Pets may be taken back to cars and the rest of the service will take place in the church. Zion Church is located at 5167 Main Street/Route 7A north, between Candeleros and Ye Olde Tavern. For more information contact Zion at 802-362-1987 or rlewis@zionchurchmanchester.org

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Nothing says “welcome home” like the unconditional love and wagging tail from your four-footed best friend happy to see you. During the month of October, Second Chance Animal Center in Shaftsbury, Vermont is reducing its dog adoption fees in recognition of National Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month. The fee is $90 for puppies, $75 for adults and $35 for dogs seven and older. Prior to adoption, all the dogs are given a medical examination, brought up-to-date on all of their vaccinations, and spayed or neutered so that they will not add to the pet overpopulation problem. There are no additional fees. And Second Chance is happy to provide not only advice throughout the adoption process, but even after you take the pet home. So, if you are thinking about adopting a new “best friend”, now is a good time to visit Second Chance. “Every day of the year, we have many wonderful dogs to choose from – dogs that are homeless through no fault of their own” said Tina Wheeldon, Director of Shelter Operations. “Even being a purebred is no guarantee that a dog won’t end up in a shelter”. Second Chance, located on VT Route 7A in Shaftsbury, is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00-3:30 p.m., with extended hours on Wednesday and Friday until 7:00 p.m., and most Sundays from 12:00-3:00 p.m. For more information call 802-375-2898 or visit our Web site at www.2ndchanceanimalcenter.org. ________________________________________________

Bring Out Your Hazardous Waste

Here’s the opportunity you’ve been waiting for and the excuse you �� need to clean out your garage, basement, garden shed, workshop and �� don’t forget, under the sink. �� The Londonderry Solid Waste Group is sponsoring a Hazardous �� Waste Collection Day on Saturday, October 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., �� at Flood Brook School on Route 11 in Londonderry. Residents and businesses from Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru, Weston and Windham can bring their hazardous waste to the collection. �� There is no cost to residents and �� businesses pay only a disposal �� fee. For a complete list of what �� you can bring, see flyers at your town office building or visit �� www.londonderryvt.org. Please do not bring empty containers from hazardous materials, radioactive material, RX medicines, explosives including ammunition and fireworks, alkaline batteries, rechargeable batteries, latex paint, used motor oil, mercury thermostats. You can call the Londonderry Town office at 824-3356, or visit �� www.londonderryvt.org. �� Vermont News Guide

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ENVIRONMENT Building a Sheep Farm

The Pawlett Historical Society is pleased to announce its Fall Program, Building a Sheep Farm in Pawlet, Vermont, to be held on Thursday evening, October 15, at 7:30 p.m., at the Pawlet Community Church on Route 133 in the center of the village of Pawlet. Refreshments will be served. For more information contact Susanne Rappaport at 802-6450993 or Steve Williams at 802-645-9529. _________________________________________________

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A great day of golf can have lasting benefits to the animals of Rutland County. Mark your calendars to participate in the ninth annual golf tournament to benefit the Rutland County Humane Society. This year it will be held on Friday, October 2, at the beautiful Proctor-Pittsford Country Club. Enjoy a day on the course, compete for prizes and enjoy an after golf banquet! For more information, to register or to become a sponsor please contact RCHS at 802-483-9171 or visit our Web site at www.rchsvt.org. Join us this year and see how much fun a good deed can be. Blessing of the Animals In honor of the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, please join the Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) and Reverend Lee Crawford of Trinity Episcopal Church for Blessing of the Animals. It will be held at RCHS on Sunday, October 4 at 1 p.m. Bring your pet or a picture of your pet for a special blessing by Reverend Crawford. All dogs must be on leashes and cats and other pets in safe carriers. The ceremony will be held outside and all are welcome! After the ceremony the shelter will be open until 5 p.m. to visit with the adoptable animals. If you have any questions please contact RCHS at 802-483-9171. We look forward to seeing you and your pets on October 4. The Rutland County Humane Society is located at 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, Vermont. Web site is www.rchsvt.org.

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FINE ARTS

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Oil and Pastel Landscape Paintings at Canﬁeld Library

Painting by Annie McNeice

Artists Annie and Virginia McNeice are showing recent landscape paintings at the Martha Canfield Library in Arlington, Vermont, on view from October 1 to November 6. A reception to meet the artists will be

held on Saturday, October 3 from 3–5 p.m. The Canfield Gallery is located in the Martha Canfield Library on East Arlington Road across from Arlington High School. The gallery is open during library hours: Tuesday and Thursday 9–5 and 6:30–8, Wednesday 9–5, Friday 2–5, and Saturday 10–3. For more information, call the library at 802-375-6153 or visit the library Web site at www. marthacanfieldlibrary.org.

Indian Hill Imageworks in Pawlet, Vermont is holding a special opening reception Friday, October 9, from 5 to 7 p.m., and an open house Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This Columbus Day weekend event will celebrate the introduction of an exciting new body of photographic artworks by hybrid artist and master printer Stephen M. Schaub. The show reception and open house are free and open to the public; light refreshments will be served. Viewings are also available by appointment. The gallery is located three miles north of Pawlet Village, look for the directional sign on Route 30 which points to the River Road turn. For more information please call 802-325-2274 or visit www.indianhillimageworks.com. ________________________________________________

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On Thursday, October 1, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., pastel artist Penny Viscusi will open a show of her work at The Gallery at Equinox Village. Viscusi has participated in numerous exhibitions at the Southern Vermont Arts Center as well as several other venues throughout Vermont. Her goal is to express the essence of a brief moment in time using painting as voice to motivate viewers to remember their connection with nature and allow their spirit to relax and escape from the routine of daily life. Originally inspired by her grandfather who taught her to draw and paint, Viscusi obtained a degree in commercial art. Her subject matter has evolved over the years to Vermont landscapes and barnyard animals. “I realize that our rural character is quickly vanishing. Soon there will be few, if any, silos on the horizon. Dairies, their animals and barns, which are a big part of the character of Vermont, are disappearing at an alarming rate. I hope my paintings remind people of the beauty of this countryside we are so lucky to enjoy.” Hors d’oeuvres will be offered by Executive Chef Glenn Blackledge and guests will have an opportunity to meet the artist. The show will hang through October 30, open to the public from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. For more information or to RSVP to the opening event, please call 802362-4061.

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ENTERTAINMENT Pawlet Film Series

“Bella”, a modern romance with an old fashioned feel, will be shown at the Pawlet Public Library October 13. Jose is a chef with a tragic past. He cooks in his brother’s upscale Mexican restaurant in New York. Tammy is a desperate single waitress in the restaurant who has just found she is pregnant. When Tammy is fired for being late, Jose inexplicably sacrifices his job by following her out. Though they have not been close on the job, Jose wants her to have the baby. The bulk of the movie takes place in a single day. Flashbacks reveal the back story while the two find their individual situations entwining with unexpected results. Bella was a first effort for director Alejandro Gomez Monteverde, who also co-wrote the screenplay. The film was released in 2007, rated PG-13 and runs for 91 minutes. If you cannot make the showing at 7:30 on the second Tuesday of the month get yourself a box of tissues and rent it. As always admission is free and refreshments will be available. ________________________________________________

Dorset Players Present ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

Rehearsals are in full swing at The Dorset Playhouse for The Players first production of their 82nd season, “Arsenic and Old Lace”. American playwright Joseph Kesselring’s farcical dark comedy revolves around Mortimer Brewster, a theatre-hating drama critic, and his crazy family which includes two spinster aunts who have taken to poisoning lonely old men with glasses of homemade elderberry wine laced with arsenic, strychnine, and “just a pinch” of cyanide and then burying them in the cellar. Local talent Peter D’Arcy Langstaff steps into Mortimer Brewster’s shoes, a role made famous by Cary Grant in the film adaptation. Elizabeth Karet and Maureen Dwyer are playing Aunt Abby and Aunt Martha, the sweet innocent sisters who while helping the elderly to their graves, would “never stoop to tell a lie”. Crowd pleaser Chris Restino returns to the Dorset stage as Mortimer’s psychotic brother, Jonathan Brewster, along with his surgical sidekick Dr. Einstein, played by Mona Wightman. Teddy Brewster, who believes he’s the late great President Roosevelt, is played by Patrick Schelle. Christy Vogel once again treads the boards as Mortimer’s on-again off-again fiance Elaine Harper while Bob Davidson, last seen in “The Secret Garden”, plays her father Reverend Harper. Kevin O’Toole adds another show to his extensive resume and assumes the role of Officer O’Hara, a bumbling cop and would-be playwright. Rounding out Brooklyn’s finest police force are Chris Montgomery, Jim Raymond, and Patrick Monroe. Throw in a potential poison victim, played by Bob Bushnell, and the superintendant of a mental institution, played by Tracy Hughes, and you have all the ingredients needed for a truly remarkable show. Proudly sponsored by Matt Waite Excavation, Bickford Real Estate, and (as fortune would have it) Brewster Funeral & Cremation, performances will be held at the Dorset Playhouse on Cheney Road in Dorset, Vermont, at 7:30 p.m. on October 9-11 and October 15-17. In addition, there will be a matinee on Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m. The box office for “Arsenic and Old Lace” will be open daily from 2 p.m., beginning October 1. For tickets, call 802-867-5777.

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ENTERTAINMENT Arlington Presents Talent Show

Arlington Memorial High School (AMHS) will present its annual Talent Show & Café Night Wednesday, October 7, at 7 p.m. in the Mack Multi-Purpose Room at Fisher Elementary School. Admission for the evening is $3 for the general public and is free for children under 12. Proceeds from the evening help offset costs for AMHS students accepted to District, All State and All New England Chorus competitions. Hosted by the AMHS Choral Music department, the Talent Show offers a casual evening where students, faculty and community members perform, as guests enjoy coffee and dessert. “If you are looking for a fun night of entertainment and a worthy cause to support, look no further,” says Arlington Music/Theater teacher and Choral Director Patti Cody. For more information or to make a donation to the AMHS Choral Music department, contact Cody at codyp@bvsu.org or 802-375-2589, extension 149. You can visit the AMHS Web site at www.arlingtonmemorialhs.org.

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Bedtime Stories at the Pawlet Library

The Pawlet Public Library invites all young children and their families to join Heidi Hammell for bedtime stories on Tuesday, October 6, at 6:30 p.m. This special evening story time is designed to give more families a chance to enjoy our beautiful library with their young children. So, come in your pajamas, bring your teddy and snuggle in while we listen to some soothing, peaceful and sometimes silly bed time stories and songs followed by a night time themed craft. Story time is free and open to the public. Any questions call the library at 802-325-3123. _________________________________________________

Autumn Suite

Vermont pianist and composer Cody Michaels will perform an autumn concert at Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales Church, 238 West Main Street, Bennington, Vermont, on Sunday, October 4, beginning at 2 p.m. A former park ranger and farmhand, Michaels’ unique musical expressions inspire comparisons to the likes of Beethoven, Keith Jarrett and George Winston. Also a storyteller and poet, his music and spoken introductions celebrate the wonders of nature, simple living and the human spirit. Hailed by critics as being “magic”, “transcendent”, “truly entrancing” and “one of the finest in his class”, Michaels is emerging as one of today’s premier exponents of solo acoustic piano music. Admission is free, however free will donations will be accepted to help defray his travel expenses. A reception will be held in the parish hall, during which his CD recordings will be available for purchase, following the concert. All facilities are accessible to those with disabilities and free convenient parking is available. ________________________________________________

Marble Valley Players Present ‘Noises Off’

The Marble Valley Players will present Michael Frayn’s delightful farce “Noises Off ” at the West Rutland Town Hall Theater over two weekends, October 9, 10, 11, 16 and 17. “ Noises Off ” depicts the onstage and backstage antics of a fifth-rate acting troupe touring in an awful sex farce. “Nothing On” is the title of this play-within-aplay. “Noises Off ” is a glorious opportunity to watch seven slamming doors, one breaking window, ten trips up and down stairs and 17 false entrances, while listening to a series of flubbed lines, miscues, double entendres, and a million laughs – all while trying to find a missing plate of sardines.The result is by far the craziest comedy ever to hit the stage — a farce by which all others must now be measured. It’s not an easy play to pull off. Timing is critical. Actors must memorize lines that ultimately don’t make any sense, as well as frenetic blocking that expends more energy than a marathon. What’s more it takes real discipline for the actors not to break up themselves. But even more of a challenge is the set! Someone has to build this two-story set and hang seven doors! We need help. If you have carpentry or painting skills, power tools, and some time to donate to community theater between now and October 9, please call Tim Rice at 802-558-5653 or Ray Courcelle at 802-773-0805. As this play proves, theater can be as much fun behind the scenes as it is on stage.

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ENTERTAINMENT Fall in Love with Nicolas Kendall

Join us for an evening of music by world-class violinist Nicolas Kendall. Praised by The Washington Post for his “warmth, energy, and exuberance,” Japanese American violinist Nicolas Kendall has emerged as one of the most compelling musicians of his generation. Increasingly, he is being recognized as an artist of uncompromising musical standards who brings an exhilarating combination of technique and passion to all his performances. A native of Washington, DC, Kendall first came to attention in 1995 when he won the National Symphony Orchestra’s Young Artist Competition. A year later, in 1996, he won first prize in another young artist competition, earning him a performance as featured guest soloist with the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. Kendall, who began playing the violin at three years of age, hails from a musical family. His grandfather, John Kendall, was the first string teacher in the UnitedStates to pioneer the Suzuki method. This one-night only event will be held Saturday October 3, at 7:30 p.m., at The Dorset Playhouse. Tickets are $25 apiece and are available by calling the Dorset Players box office at 802-867-5777. A complimentary wine reception will follow the performance. Additional information about Nicolas Kendall can be found on his Web site: www. nickkendall.com. Additional information about this performance can be found on The Dorset Players Web site: www.dorsetplayers.org. ________________________________________________

Japanese Music, Song, & Dance at MSL

On Sunday, October 4 at 4 p.m., savor the beauty of traditional Japanese music, song, and dance at the Mark Skinner Library in Manchester, Vermont. Shamisen Master Masako Gibeault will perform naugata, a type of traditional Japanese music, play the shamisen, which is a three string lute, and sing taditional songs. Gibeault will be accompanied by Yukiko Washio, who will also entertain with traditional Japanese dance. Masako Gibeault earned the title of Shamisen Master in Japan after ten years of study. Masako has 25 years experience playing the Shamisen and singing. Gibeault has performed numerous times in Japan, New York, New Jersey and Vermont. Both Masako and Yukiko are originally from Japan. This event launches the Manchester area’s celebration of Vermont Reads 2009, a community-wide reading and discussion of “When the Emperor was Divine” by Julie Otsuka. Vermont Reads is a Vermont Humanities Council program. Local events are brought to you by Burr and Burton Academy, Greater Rutland Asian Studies Project, and Mark Skinner Library. The library is located at 48 West Road in Manchester. All Vermont Reads events are free and open to the public. For information, call 802-362-2607. September 30, 2009

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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.,

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St. John the Baptist Church, North Bennington AA meeting (topic/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House, 2 and 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, Beginners’ Group, Christ the King School, Rutland, 7 p.m. NA Back to Basics Group, Second Congregational Ch, Bennington, 7 p.m. AA meeting (speaker/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House 7:30 p.m. AA open discussion group, Sherburne United Church, Killington, 8:15 p.m. H.S. Meeting Book Second Congregational Church, Bennington, noon, Room 6. Teen Support Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m., Room 6 Sunday: AA meeting, “As Bill Sees It,” Wilson House, East Dorset, 8 a.m. Al Anon meeting 8 a.m. Wilson House, East Dorset, Open discussion. Al-Anon meeting, Serenity House, Wallingford, 10 a.m. AA meeting, Weston Priory, Weston, 1:30 p.m. AA Big Book, Green Mountain Group, East Poultney Baptist Church, 7:30 p.m. AA 11-Step Meeting, Sunday, 7 p.m., Telion Holon Retreat, River Rd., Manchester AA Shoulder to Shoulder, HoJo Inn, Rutland, 7 p.m. AA meeting, Federated Church, Castleton, 8 p.m. AA meeting, St. James Episcopal Ch, Arlington, 8 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, Federated Church, Castleton, 8 p.m. Monday: Al-Anon Turning Point Club, Bennington, 7 p.m. AA Sweet Serenity Trinity Episcopal, Rutland, noon. AA Beginners, Wilson House, East Dorset, 6:30 p.m. AA Beginners meeting, Dorset United Church, 6:30 p.m. AA meeting for Gay/Bi/Lesbian/ Transgendered Persons, 7 p.m., Turning Point Club, Bennington AA Start Living Group, St., Peter’s School, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, St. Thomas Episcopal, Brandon, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, First Congregational Ch, Newfane, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, Baptist Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. September 30, 2009

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 AA Meeting, Wilson House, East Dorset, Big Book Tapes, mens meeting, 6:30 p.m. AA meeting, Chapel of the Snows, Stratton, 8 p.m. Al Anon meeting, 8 p.m. Wilson House, East Dorset, Open discussion AA meeting, St. James Episcopal Ch, Arlington, 8 p.m. SMART Recovery: Brattleboro Retreat Cafeteria, 7 p.m. 254-5568. Wednesday: Al-Anon, Burdett Commons, Arlington, noon. AA Big Book Group, Good Shepherd Lutheran Ch, Rutland, 5:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Church, Rte. 7A (across from Manchester Engine) 7:30 a.m. ACOA, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Route 7A Al-Anon Courage to Change, South Londonderry Baptist Ch, 7 p.m. has moved to Main St. in Weston, VT to the meeting room across the parking lot of the Old Parish Church AA Step meeting, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Brandon, 7 p.m. AA meeting, Holy Trinity, Danby, 7:30 p.m. H.S. STEP meeting Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Bennington Women’s Meeting of AA: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Turning Point Club, 465 Main St., Bennington, VT DA - Debtor’s Anonymous, Wed. 8-9 p.m., Turning Point Club of Bennington, 465 Main St., Bennington, VT, 442-9700 September 30, 2009

GED • EDUCATION

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. 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.

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

MUNICIPAL MEETINGS

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

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and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Jamaica Planning Committee meeting, first and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Shaftsbury Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7:30 p.m. Poultney-Mettowee Natural Resources Conservation District Meeting, district Office, Poultney, second Monday, 8 p.m. Tuesday: Fair Haven Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Weston Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second and fourth Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Pawlet Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wells Selectmen Meeting, Wells Town Hall, every other Tuesday, 7 p.m. For info. 645-9020 Shaftsbury Zoning Board meeting, Town Office, second & third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Shaftsbury Planning Commission, Town Office, first & third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Winhall Planning Committee meeting, first and third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wallingford Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, first and third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Dorset Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Rupert Selectmen’s meeting, 2nd Tue., Town Clerk’s Office, 6:00 p.m. Mt. Holly Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Winhall Board of Adjusters meeting, Town Hall, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday:

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

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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 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,

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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.

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Monday: Duplicate Bridge, 12:15 p.m., 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

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Thursday: Bingo, MWA Hall, Wells, 7 p.m. Bingo, Pownal American Legion, Post 90, Route 7, Pownal; doors open at 5; bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.; open to public. Friday: Bingo, Masonic Lodge, Route 30, Jamaica, 7 p.m. Bingo, Knights of Columbus Hall, Granville, NY, 7 p.m. Saturday: Bingo, Granville Hook & Ladder, Granville, NY 7 p.m. Sunday: Bingo, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Monday: Bingo, Middletown Springs Fire House, 7 p.m. Tuesday: 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: September 30, 2009

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PRAYER GROUPS

Thursday: Prayer Group, Congregational Church, Chester, 6 a.m. Prayer & Praise Service, Chapel of the Snows, Stratton Mountain, 7:30 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study, Truthville Baptist Church, Granville, NY, 7p.m. Community Bible Study, nondenominational for women, children, 10 a.m September -May. Bennington. 447-4745. Friday: Shabbat Services, Israel Congregation, Manchester, 6:30 p.m. Saturday:

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

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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.; Tuesday Prayer Ministry, 9:30 a.m. 802-362-1555. Rev. Dr. Robert Carpenter Northshire Baptist Fellowship, 5769 Main St., 10 a.m. adult & children’s Bible classes, 11 a.m. Worship service and Children’s Church; 6 p.m. Bible study, 3621988. Weekday Mass: St. Paul’s Church: Mon, Fri, 8 a.m. ARLINGTON Saturday: St. Margaret Mary’s, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: St. James Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8:00 a.m. Rite I and 10 a.m. Rite II. Rev. Scott Neal 375-9952, stjamesarlington.org; stjamesparish@myfairpoint.net Federated Church, East Arlington, United Church of Christ, United Methodist Church, Ice Pond Road, worship service, 10 a.m.; www. earlingtonfedchurch.org; 375-2548, Rev. Kathleen S. Clark, Pastor Chapel on the Green, West Arlington, Services, 7 p.m., last Sunday of the month, 6 p.m. covered dish supper. BENNINGTON Saturday: Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales, Vigil, 4 p.m. Sunday: Sacred Heart St. Francis de Sales, Mass, 8 & 10 a.m. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8 & 10 a.m. (SS 9) First Church of Christ Scientist, Services, 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 108 School Street, Services, 10 a.m., (religious education, child care, 10 a.m.) Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 9:30 a.m. Sacrament Service; 10:40 a.m. SS; 11:40 a.m. Relief Society & Priesthood. 4470139; 442-8126 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. &

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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.) GRAFTON Sunday: Grafton White Ch., Services, 9:00 a.m. JAMAICA Sunday: Jamaica Community Church, Services, 10 a.m. (SS 10 a.m.) LONDONDERRY Saturday: St. Joseph’s Chapel, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: Second Congregational Church, Services, 9:30 a.m. (child care) 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 MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS Sunday: Community Church, Services, 10 a.m. 9:05 a.m. all ages Sunday School St. Anne Church, Mass, 8:00 a.m. MOUNT HOLLY Sunday: Our Lady of Mercy, Mass, 8:30 a.m. PERU Sunday: Peru Congregational Church, Main St., Sunday Service, 9:30 a.m. Child care provided. Pastor Margaret, 379-1438. POULTNEY Saturday: St. Raphael Church, Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday: St. Raphael Church, Mass, 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 9 a.m. United Methodist Church, Services, 10 a.m.; (SS 9:45 a.m.) United Baptist Church, Services, 10 a.m. (SS & Nursery care 9 a.m.) Welsh Presbyterian Church, Services, 10 a.m. RUPERT Sunday: United Methodist, Services, 9 a.m. Congregational Church, Services, 10:30 a.m. Disciples of Christ, West Rupert, Services, 11 a.m. (SS 9:45 a.m.) SANDGATE Sunday: Sandgate United Methodist September 30, 2009

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. TINMOUTH Sunday: Tinmouth Community Church United Methodist: Sunday Services, 9 a.m. Coffee hour follows. Rev. Shirley Oskamp, 446-2633. TOWNSHEND Sunday:

Calvary Chapel, West Townshend, Services, 10 a.m. The Townshend Church UCC & ABC, Worship Service 11 a.m., w/childcare WALLINGFORD Saturday: St. Patrick’s Church, Mass, 5 p.m. Sunday: Union Congregational Church, Services, 9: a.m. (SS 9 a.m.) St. Patrick’s Ch., Services, 10:30 a.m. Wallingford Baptist Church, SS 9:30 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m. East Wallingford Baptist Church SS 10 a.m. Service 11 a.m. WELLS Sunday: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Holy Eucharist, 8:45 a.m. United Methodist Church, Sunday Worship, 8:30 a.m., fellowship

following. Rev. David Adams. 2874406. Communion, fist Sundays. WESTON Sunday: Old Parish Church, Service, 10:30 a.m. Sunday School/Child Care. All welcome NEW YORK Saturday: Mass, Salem’s Holy Cross Church, 5:30 p.m.; Greenwich St. Joseph’s Church, 4 p.m., Cambridge St. Patrick’s Church, 4 p.m. Sunday: Mass, Salem Holy Cross Church, 8:30 a.m.; Greenwich St. Joseph Church, 10:15; Cambrtidge St. Patrick’s Church, 10:30 a.m.; Schuylerville’s Notre-DameVisitation Church, 8:30 a.m.

Trinity Episcopal Church of Granville, Holy Eucharist, 10 a.m. (coffee hour after service in undercroft) Truthville Baptist Church, Granville, Services 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; SS 9:45 a.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Salem, Holy Eucharist, Rite I, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays & Prayer Book Holy Days: 11 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I Shushan Methodist Church, Services, 9:30 a.m. All Saint’s Episcopal Church, Hoosick Falls: Eucharist Service 9:30 a.m. S.S. 9:15 a.m.; Healing Prayer and adult Bible study, Wed. 6:30 p.m.; Father Gary Strubel, 518-686-9037

Embury Methodist Church of Cambridge, Services, 110 a.m.

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