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By Evan Johnson

VFFC expands The Vermont Farmers Food Center has big plans for their space near downtown Rutland. With commercial kitchens, food storage, bocce courts and more constructed or on the way, Greg Cox explains how he and his team hope to grow the space. Page 2

By Thomas Remp

Women’s March overwhelms Montpelier

By Elizabeth Hewitt, VTDigger

A sea of homemade political placards and pink knitted hats flooded Montpelier Saturday, Jan. 21, as demonstrators overwhelmed the capital to protest the policies of President Donald Trump. The local Women’s March drew an estimated crowd of between 15,000 and 20,000 to Montpelier, according to police, making it

possibly the largest demonstration ever in the capital. Well over 500,000 protested in Washington, D.C., at a national event, according to Homeland Security Director Christopher Geldart, as reported by the Associated Press, and there were similar protests organized in all 50 states and countries around the world expressing

solidarity in opposition to President Trump’s agenda and support of women’s rights and human rights in general. In total 673 sister marches were held globally, according to womensmarch.com and verifiied by The New York Times and The Washington Post independently, drawing an estimated 4.8 million protester in total. Women’s March, page 4

First Syrian refugee family arrives in Rutland By Adam Federman, VTDigger

By Evan Johnson

The Kat’s Meow With powerful vocals and a talented backing band, the renowned Kat Wright and the Indomitable Soul Band make an appearance at the Pickle Barrel Night Club in Killington on Thursday. Page 2

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RUTLAND — The first of up to 100 Syrian refugees expected to make Rutland their new home have arrived. One family arrived in the city Wednesday, Jan. 18, and the second was expected to enter the country later Thursday, according to the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants. “It is perhaps the most important moment of this work,” said the committee’s Stacie Blake, referring to the meeting with refugees as they entered the United States. Blake said the first arrivals are coming through JFK International Airport in New York and then receiving ground transport to Rutland, where they will stay with host families for the first couple of days. The committee for refugees would not provide additional information about the families. The Worldwide Admissions Processing System website, which contains State Department data on refugee admissions going back to 2002, indicates that nine Syrian refugees have been settled in Vermont this week. Rutland is the only site in Vermont slated to resettle Syrian refugee families this year, Blake said. Mayor Chris Louras said he met the family Wednesday night. According to Louras, the mother has a degree in French literature and has written children’s books. The father, Louras said, told him he hadn’t slept in two days but commented on the mountains. “He wanted to communicate in English” despite having “WE’LL BE a limited grasp of the language, WELCOMING 23 OR Louras said. “And I think it demonstrates what we know SO MORE FAMILIES about refugees in general. BETWEEN NOW They have a drive to succeed in a new culture and understand AND THE END OF that the most effective way to SEPTEMBER,” SAID integrate into a new culture is to work on the language.” LOURAS. Hunter Berryhill, a spokesperson for the group Rutland Welcomes, said the feeling among members was one of jubilation. “All of our hard work and planning is now actually being put forward to helping people,” he said. The mayor also expressed a sense of joy but said this marked the beginning of a new phase. “This isn’t the end,” he said. “This is really the start. We’ll be welcoming 23 or so more families between now and the end of September.” A U.S. State Department spokesperson said officials “are pleased to see the local community working together to ensure that the first families to arrive in this small town are warmly received and helped to Refugees, page 16

As the founder of Killington and a ski industry pioneer, Preston Leete Smith has been the recipient of many honors, from inductions into the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame and the Vermont Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame to numerous accolades — the Sherman Adams, NSAA Lifetime Achievement, and the New England Ski Museum’s Spirit

of Alpine Skiing awards among them. Now, Scott Gray, a dedicated Killington skier since 1966 and a vacation homeowner since 1986, is mobilizing an effort to honor Smith with a life-size bronze statue to be located in Killington. Gray, who hails from New Jersey where he is head of Scott Gray Graphics, told the Mountain Statue, page 12

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Vermont Farmers Food Center shares plans with Senate committees By Evan Johnson

RUTLAND—Rutland’s farmer’s market started, Greg Cox said, “with four vendors and no customers.” On Thursday morning, Jan. 19, after four years of steady growth fueled by local interest and volunteer work, Cox, the Vermont Farmers Food Center (VFFC) board president took the opportunity to show how far the center has come. Cox’s audience was a group of nine Vermont senators from Senate committees on agriculture, and economic development, housing and general affairs. The site visit was part of a round of visits to locations around the state. “This is a perfect place for both committees to see,” said Kevin Mullin, R-Rutland, who chairs the Senate committee on economic development. “There’s a lot going on here that could be replicated throughout the state.” The presentation included a walk around the 2.93 acre property on West Street, starting in the 15,000-square-foot Farmers’ Hall that houses the winter farmers’ market, exhibition hall for agricultural events and symposiums and a learning kitchen. Rutland’s winter farmers’ market opened in 2007 with a handful of venders. In 2015, the market passed $2 million in sales. Today’s winter market occupies a space that had housed 19th century iron works. Small local food producers including Castleton Crackers, Hathaway Beef and others have had their beginnings in the space. Visitors on Saturdays and Wednesdays wander among up to 100 venders, sampling everything from cheeses to spirits while shopping for fresh, local produce before having a seat in 1939 Santa Fe rail coach seats for lunch in the mezzanine overlooking the market floor below. There’s also a Wednesday-evening bocce

league on a court in front of the building. Cox said the markets have become a year-round gathering place for the community. “The mayor is in here every week buying strawberries,” he said. The VFFC has expanded to other initiatives as well. The VFFC’s Health Care Share, now in its second year, provides families and individuals who struggle with chronic health issues and food insecurity with access to local food. Patients are referred to the 12-week program by their doctors and receive a free farm share. Participants can take part in food-related demonstrations including cooking and nutrition classes. “You can even shop with the chef at the farmer’s market,” Cox said. Last year, the program expanded to provide 125 free farm shares to local families and individuals. Thursday’s tour also included some of the plans for the future. Behind the Farmers’ Hall, a food storage and aggregation building is planned. The structure will function as shared-use, climate-controlled food storage for new and local farmers; seed saving storage; and a distribution center for exporting regional agricultural products. In the neighboring blue warehouse that once housed a marble company, VFFC plans to construct meat cut rooms, dry and wet kitchens, office space and rentable storage. The building will be open 24 hours a day and seven days a week. VFFC is applying for a Rural Business Development Grant through the U.S. Department of Agriculture that will help with a planning and

economic study of the area. As a way of making kitchen space available to vendors who might not have access to commercial facilities, last year VFFC constructed a commercial kitchen with grant money. The kitchen will be available starting Feb. 1 at a rate of $10 per hour. Cox said they already have 36 hours per week reserved. The space will also be available around the clock. Wrapping up, Cox attributed the success of the market to the work of the volunteers and companies that have donated, time, money and hours of work. “We’re farmers, we know how to make do with whatever we have on hand,” he said.

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New Rutland opioid treatment center opens RUTLAND—Bradford Psychiatric Associates (BPA) has assumed management of the former Green Mountain Family Medicine Clinic in Rutland and White River Junction. The office-based outpatient treatment clinics provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for patients seeking recovery from opioid use disorder. Between its Rutland and White River Junction offices, the Bradford clinic currently has more than 100 slots available for patients. Group and individual therapies are offered at both locations. Treatment includes buprenorphine, naltrexone or Vivitrol. Both the Rutland and White River Junction clinics feature full staffs including licensed alcohol and drug counselors, nursing staff, administrative staff and physicians. Bradford Psychiatric Associates accepts Green Mountain Care as well as the majority of private insurance policies. Admission criteria for the BPA outpatient program include: • Individual has a documented history of pathological substance use disorder patterns. • Individual is at least 18 years of age and out of high school. • Individual is not currently suffering from a mental disorder or psychological impairment that will prohibit participation in an outpatient co-occurring addictions treatment program. • Individual has not exhibited a history of behavior that would jeopardize the safety of the clinical community. • Individual is not currently suicidal or homicidal. “We’re very excited about opening our doors to help a community desperately in need of MAT programs,” said Dr. Fred Hesse, medical director. “We hope to be able to alleviate some of the wait-list pressure given the opiate crisis around the state. Our goal is to provide clinically indicated individual and/or group therapy to ensure that each patient has the greatest possibility of success as they pursue their goals in recovery.” Dr. Hesse, M.D., is an American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) board-certified physician and brings more than 30 years’ experience as an addiction specialist to Bradford Psychiatric Associates. In addition to having ASAM board certification, Dr. Hesse is also a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Individuals can receive psychiatric evaluation diagnostic and treatment services from BPA as deemed necessary and/or clinically advisable. The BPA clinical team for appropriateness for treatment services admission will review all referrals with co-occurring status. The BPA clinical team will review all complicated cases with referral sources and/or clinical providers to ensure admission decisions reflect the best interests of the individual and the clinical community. For acceptance into the BPA program or to set up an appointment, contact the Rutland clinic at 802-7757798 or the White River Junction clinic at 802-381-6363. All inquiries are confidential, adhering to HIPAA protocols and CFR 42 Part 2.

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them,” she said. For the town, processing payments and answering taxpayers takes time. McGrath said three payments would reduce the workload for at least one quarter, increase the town’s mid-year cashflow and give a more complete picture of cash on hand when taxpayers are looking forward to the next town budget. “This would give us a better idea at the informational meeting how we’re tracking on our revenues as far as our tax collection,” she said. Select Board member Ken Lee noted that taxpayers would pay more than 100 percent in the first year but be resolved in the first year.

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Crowds marched from Montpelier High School to the State House building during the women’s march, Saturday.

Women’s march: Vermonters join millions worldwide continued from page 1

By Polly Mikula

A woman in D.C. wore an American Flag to the march.

As Vermonters descended on Montpedressed the crowd, saying that the march lier from across the state, traffic backed up called for many initiatives, including for miles, including on Interstate 89, where respect, equal pay, health care and more. police closed several exits, including the In the next four years, she said, “We will be entrances to Montpelier from both the heard.” north and south. In the wake of the election, some people Crowds began gathering at Montpelier are “discouraged and puzzled,” Kunin said. High School in the morning, eventually “The pendulum has swung so fast from spilling out onto the street. They conBarack Obama to Donald Trump that we’ve gregated at the Statehouse, the crowd so got whiplash.” large it stretched across the street to the “I assure you it will swing back again,” front of the Department of Motor Vehicles she said. and clogged all of State Street, which was Ebony Nyoni, who founded Black Live closed. Matter Vermont, raised disparities in pay, Homemade posters and placards work opportunities and health care bemingled with cloth banners and intricate tween white women and women of color. costumes. She also pointed out that “YOUR BIGOTRY Emily Peterson, 20, and many white women in the Katherine Hirack, 18, classcountry voted for Trump for AND YOUR mates at Johnson State Colpresident. UGLINESS lege, drove to the capital to “We must not forget that support women’s rights. the needs of women are as diARE GOING “I think it’s really important verse as they are, and that our TO BRING US to be involved, and history, elevation, our freedom is tied herstory I should say, is hapup together and wrapped in TOGETHER IN A pening right before our eyes,” one pretty bow,” Nyoni said. PROGRESSIVE Peterson said. When Sen. Bernie Sanders, “We’ve progressed so far, I-Vt., made an unscheduled MOVEMENT,” there’s no way we can go back appearance at the podium, SANDERS now,” Hirack said. She held a the crowd erupted. The junior hand-painted sign on cardsenator, who won more than SAID. board that read “I will not go 86 percent of the vote in the quietly back into the 1950s.” Democratic presidential primary last year, The march traveled a short distance — was the subject of more than a few placards roughly two blocks — to the steps of the at the rally. Statehouse. “You know, I have been driving down the Sue Grigg, 75, of Middlebury, stood interstate for many years. But I have never on the sidewalk on State Street with her seen traffic backed up the way it is today,” daughter and granddaughter as throngs of Sanders said. “And I have never seen more marchers chanted “Love not hate, makes people here at the Statehouse than I’ve America great” — a play on Trump’s camseen today.” paign slogan. Sanders pledged resistance to the Grigg’s granddaughter, Emma OlmTrump administration on women’s rights, stead, 17, of East Montpelier, was also with immigration issues, racial justice and two of her friends. It was the first time the more. three high school juniors had been at a “Mr. Trump I’ve got bad news for you. protest. All three said they worry about the You are not going to divide us up by gender, status of women. by race, by who we love,” Sanders said. “In “I see it in everyday lives where things fact, your bigotry and your ugliness are aren’t equal, and there needs to be a going to bring us together in a progressive change,” one said. movement.” Griggs said she believes that women in A slew of other speakers took the microthe country are faring “better than before.” phone, including Lt. Gov. David ZuckerBut she fears that women’s rights could be man, Rep. Kiah Morris, D-Bennington, in peril with the changing political winds in representatives from Planned Parenthood Washington. and Migrant Justice, and more. “I don’t want to see it slip back,” she said. Montpelier police described the rally “I want it to carry forward and I see a time as peaceful and said there were no arrests. where that’s in danger.” Though traffic in and around the city As the tides of marchers arrived on the was congested in the early afternoon, it Statehouse lawn, the band “Dwight and cleared up as the demonstration disNicole” performed from the steps. Muslim persed later on. Girls Making Change, slam poetry team According to Cpl. David Kachajian, the of four Burlington teenagers, elicited a department believed the crowd numbered chorus of snaps, applause and cheers as as high as 20,000 — far exceeding the initial they performed poems that touched on estimates of about 1,500 when the rally was the experience of wearing a hijab, police first being organized he said. brutality and more. “I don’t think we’ve ever had a group like Former Gov. Madeleine Kunin adthis,” he said.

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Red meat and Trump: Vermonters celebrate inauguration in D.C. By Jasper Craven,VTDigger

On Thursday evening, Jan. 19, in the back room of a dimly lit steakhouse near the White House, roughly 20 Donald Trump supporters from Vermont gathered to celebrate November’s Republican victory: the menu was red meat and wine. The gathered group included Rutland Republican Wendy Wilton, the city treasurer and a former state senator, as well as Joy Limoge of Williston, who ran for and lost a Chittenden County House seat last year. Darcie Johnston, who ran Trump’s Vermont campaign and is expect-

By Jasper Craven, VTDigger

U.S. Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt., dropped in on Vermont Trump supporters gathered in D.C. on Thursday, Jan. 19. Rutland Regional Chamber of Commerce President Bill Ackerman and his wife Kasia Karazim can be seen at the far side of the table. ed to snag a Cabinet job in the Agency of Health and Human Services, was also at the table, sip-

ping on a gin and tonic. Johnston has been working 12-hour days on Trump’s inaugural

committee, coordinating everything from marching band buses to credentials for preachers Inauguration , page 30

Resort asks town for help to attract World Cup By Evan Johnson

KILLINGTON—Killington Resort got a big start to the 2016-2017 winter with some of the skiing world’s top skiers crashing the gates on Superstar in front of thousands of screaming fans. The races drew crowds numbering approximately 30,000, earned over 100 million media impressions in the United States and garnered high praise from ski industry representatives and athletes alike, and the resort wants to see the same thing next year. But a World Cup race is still an expensive endeavor. As a way to make the cost of hosting the World Cup more sustainable, the resort is approaching other sources for help. The town of Killington is one of them. At the Killington Select Board meeting Jan. 10, Killington Resort President and General Manager Mike Solimano pitched a request for $100,000 from the local options tax revenue. In preparations for the weekend of races, the resort incurred costs of approximately $2.57 million in lodging, prize money for racers, temporary infrastructure, snowmaking and more. While the resort took in about $1.3 million in USSA sponsorships, ticketing, food and beverage, the net cost to the resort of the entire weekend came to $1,205,000. If the resort wants to host the World Cup again, Solimano said, they would need to find a way to pay for it. “If we want to bring it back we need to figure out ways to make it not cost as much,” he said. “That’s just the reality.” Killington residents approved the 1 percent option tax in 2008 to help raise money for special funding for economic development in the town. In the past five years, Solimano said Killington has raised option tax revenues by $200,000 as a result of summer investment in summer activities, such as mountain biking. “The option tax is growing and we’re saying put it back into economic development,” he said. Solimano wrapped up his presentation by saying the event would likely incur additional costs for more amenities including bus transportation and bathrooms, an estimated cost of $100,000. By raising a total of $535,000 from sources including title sponsors and organizations such as Ski Vermont, the Killington Pico Area Association and funds from the option tax, he said he hopes to bring the net cost to the resort down to $770,000. “The amount we’re asking to come out of the option tax is a pretty small amount compared to the total cost of the event,” he said. Select Board member Chris Bianchi spoke in support of the plan, saying the World Cup was “the homerun of an event that we’ve all been trying to get.” Bianchi also said neighboring towns in the Killington area would be wise to support efforts to get the World Cup to return. “If we’re successful here, next year there should be an effort to go out and get regional support,” he said. At the end of the discussion, the Select Board unanimously passed a motion supporting the expenditure.

Project Vision named semifinalist in prestigious Harvard competition RUTLAND—The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, has selected Rutland’s Project Vision as a semifinalist among the 100 programs in this year’s Innovations in American Government Awards competition. Project Vision will compete to be named a finalist in the competition and have the chance to be awarded the $100,000 grand prize in Cambridge, Mass., this spring. Project Vision advanced from a pool of

solutions. “These programs demonstrate that there are no prerequisites for doing the good work of governing,” said Stephen Goldsmith, director of the Innovations in American Government program at the Ash Center. “Small towns and massive cities, huge federal agencies and local school districts, large budgets or no budgets at all — what makes government work best is the drive to do better, and this group proves that drive can be found anywhere.” The semifinalist programs represent a

PROJECT VISION WILL COMPETE TO BE NAMED A FINALIST IN THE COMPETITION AND HAVE THE CHANCE TO BE AWARDED THE $100,000 GRAND PRIZE. more than 500 applications from all 50 states and was selected by the Innovations Award evaluators as examples of novel and effective action whose work has had significant impact and which they believe can be replicated across the country and the world. Project Vision is a proven, verifiable and holistic strategy that overcomes one of the most vexing problems facing our communities today: the scourge of opiate abuse. The initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of all community members and the importance of breaking down organizational silos that inhibit effective, long-lasting

cross-section of jurisdictions and policy areas, and embody one of the most diverse and sophisticated groups that have advanced to this stage in the competition’s 30-year history. They were invited to complete a supplementary application last fall, answering in-depth questions about their work, the process of creating and sustaining their programs, and how they believe they can teach others to do what they do. The Ash Center expects to invite 10 finalists to Cambridge to present to the Innovation Awards Program’s national selection committee in March, with the grand prize winners to be named in June.

Vendors invited to sign up for Poultney maplefest It won’t be long and producers of Vermont’s delicious maple syrup products will be at work once again tapping their maple trees to collect sap. Poultney Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to celebrating the season with activities held during its Maplefest 2017. This year’s celebration of the beginning of the spring season in Vermont will be held March 25 and March 26, at locations all over Poultney. Maplefest 2017 will include a fun run, a pancake breakfast, tours of maple sugar houses, horse-drawn wagon rides and maple story time, video of the maple

process, a big craft fair, a basket party, a maple supper, and the opportunity to sample sweet treats such as maple fried dough, sugar on snow, maple sugar candy and spun maple gold. The chamber is currently taking sign-ups for the big craft fair which will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 25. Inside spaces are first-come, first-served. For an application for the big craft fair, contact Treasurer Mary Lee Harris at 802-468-5370 or download an application form from the Poultney Area Chamber website at www.poultneyvt.com.

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OPINION EDITORIAL

Will facts be irrelevant? By Angelo S. Lynn

Under Donald Trump’s presidency, American voters will face a stark choice: They’ll have to decide if facts matter more than Trump’s lies mixed with his deliberate distortions. What we know is that Trump will attempt to recast the news to fit his version of reality, because if he can get away with it, he controls the problem and the solution. In his dark and ominous inauguration speech, for example, he painted a pessimistic view of the state of the nation that did not match verifiable evidence to

TRUMP’S MARGIN OF VICTORY RANKED 46TH OUT OF 58 — HARDLY THE SWEEPING VICTORY HE WANTS THE PUBLIC TO BELIEVE. the contrary, cast his opponents as incompetents, and cast himself as the only one who could make things right again. In his 16-minute speech (extremely short compared to other recent presidents), he purposefully distorted many things, but here are three prime examples: • When Trump said that supporters “came by the tens of millions to become part of a historic movement, the likes of which the world has never seen before,” he exaggerates greatly. Truth: Clinton had the largest popular vote margin of any losing presidential candidate, according to an analysis by the Associated Press, besting Trump by nearly 2.9 million votes. According to the Washington Post, Trump’s Electoral College win “was a squeaker. Trump had narrow victories in three key states (and narrow losses in two others). He won Michigan by 10,704 votes, Wisconsin by 22,177 votes and Pennsylvania by 46,435 votes. So if 39,659 voters in those states had switched their votes, 46 electoral votes would have flipped to Clinton — and she would have

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A sea of pink By Polly Mikula

“Tell me what democracy looks like?” chanted protesters at the Women’s March in Washington, D.C. “This is what democracy looks like!” the crowd yelled back. It was one of many chants repeated Saturday, Jan. 21, as over 500,000 people descended on the streets of the nation’s capital the day after Trump’s inauguration to protest the president’s pledged policies and disrespectful language toward women, minorities, immigrants, the LGBTQI community and those with disabilities. I was there with a few of my past roommates from Middlebury College. What we joined was a diverse cross-section of citizens who feel their rights are threatened under a Trump presidency. We came together at the march recognizing each person’s commonality in the struggle for equality and basic rights, and knowing that if anyone’s rights are allowed to be compromised, all are in jeopardy. “No hate, no fear, immigrants are welcome here,” another chant rang out, followed by “Black lives matter!” and “My body, my choice!” Of the hundreds of thousands of signs, many reflected common themes: “Respect existence or expect resistance,” “Tweet others the way you want to be Tweeted” and “Keep your filthy laws off my silky drawers,” among many others. The crowd was a sea of pink pussycat hats—exactly what the founders of the Pussyhat Project had hoped for. Krista Suh and Jayna Zweiman, the women behind the Pussyhat Project, sparked a grassroots movement to flood the National Mall with women wearing handmade, cat-eared knit hats. The two began the effort to show solidarity and support for women’s rights. The hats took off and not only was D.C. flooded with the iconic pink hat, but many also wore them at sister marches across the country and globally. Women made up the majority of the crowd in D.C., but there was a surprising number of men among us. And why shouldn’t there be? A president that doesn’t recognize the equality of citizens—due to gender, skin color, sexual orientation, country of origin, or ability—threatens core tenets of America’s democracy itself. In addition to inequality, the half-million strong Pink, page 7

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“Alternative Facts” School choice: Every student deserves the opportunity I had by Rob Roper

When I was in second grade, my parents moved our family from Virginia to Connecticut because Dad took a job in New York City. They chose the town of Riverside to live in based largely on the quality of the public school system. We were lucky to be able to afford to live there. It had some of the best schools the country at the time, and probably still does. But the local public school didn’t work for me. Just didn’t click. I was the stereotypical bright kid who didn’t apply himself and was able to hide in classrooms filled with twentyfive to thirty students. As a small, shy child with a mild Southern accent who reflexively said “yes sir” and “yes ma’am” to the delight of adults and the seething irritation of my new classmates, I didn’t really fit in with my peers. We stuck with the public school for three years, but…. It wasn’t the teachers. They were fine and I liked them. My younger sister was thriving three grades below me and

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LETTERS

No response regarding senior pass inquiry Dear editor, Well as you would expect, not a word was heard from the mountain with regard to the previous letters requesting the mountain to provide a senior taxpayers’ residential ski pass. I never thought it would be an easy task, but you never know. My philosophy, “if you don’t ask, you don’t get.” I guess there are mitigating factors, such as the baby boomers ages 52-70, and those over 71 participating on the slopes for the past 10 years have steadily become a smaller share of the visitor base from 36 percent to 21 percent by the latest count. It’s the millennials that the mountain has to deal with. We’ve become a non-entity. we don’t affect their bottom line, and the

would throughout her career, as were most of the kids in the school, as far as I know. Riverside Elementary just wasn’t the right fit for me academically or socially. So, when middle school came around my parents chose to send me to a private school across town with smaller class sizes, more structure, and a more disciplined culture. I had to wear a jacket and tie every day. My “yes sirs” and “yes ma’ams” were an asset. This school turned out to be a much better fit for me, especially with the wisdom of hindsight. I recall early in the year when my Latin teacher, Mr. Rogers, came up to me in study hall where I was not engaged in Latin but rather a game of table soccer with a folded paper ball. My grade in Latin did not warrant such use of time. Mr. Rogers (who shared no similarities with the children’s TV personality) pulled up a chair across from me,

ski industry is a bottom line business. They offer the best deals to them to attract new business to the slopes. We’re here, they know we are not going anywhere. It doesn’t matter that some of us are on fixed incomes. My last letter again produced a slew of positive responses, but we’re beating a dead horse. So, I’ll leave you with this, my friends, someday we’ll all meet in that big mountain in the sky, where everyday is sunny, the snow is white and pure, the mountain will always be groomed, and the skiing will be free. Until then when I see you on the other side. Richard Kropp, Killington

MLK thoughts Dear Editor, Martin Luther King, Jr., was a great man because he helped many people in need of his help. This happened when Rosa Parks got arrested because she did not give up her seat up on the bus to a white person. What MLK did was he organized a boycott where lots of people did not ride the bus for a long time. This was to support civil rights for African Americans. He also gave a speech in Washington, D.C., right in front of the statue of Abraham Lincoln! It was so important that MLK said his speech in front of Abraham Lincoln because Lincoln wanted equal rights for African Americans just like MLK. Lincoln wanted to end slavery and did. A quote that MLK said in his speech that I really liked was: “I have a dream that one day little black boys and little black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and little white girls as sisters and brothers. I have a dream today!” Most importantly, Martin Luther King, Jr., didn’t just help African Americans, he helped everyone. MLK was assassinated at the age of 39 at the Lorraine Motel on April 4, 1968, by James Earl Gray. His dream did not die with him and his ideas lived on. Everything MLK did continues on in most places and I hope that one day everywhere in the world will no longer have unfair laws for their people or racism. Olivia Grasso, 4th grader at Killington Elementary School

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CAPITOL QUOTES “On my first day in office, I directed my entire administration to look at every policy, process, and practice and ask: Does it strengthen the economy? Does it help Vermonters keep more of what they earn? And, does it protect the most vulnerable?” Said Governor Phil Scott in his first budget address released Tuesday, Jan. 24. The new governor addressed the declining Vermont workforce, declining student population, high property taxes, expensive childcare and pre-k (he’s proposing to increase investment in early care and pre-K by $9.6 million), low enrollment in higher ed and expensive health care. While addressing these needs and others, Scott presented a balanced budget “that does not increase taxes or fees; does not make program cuts that impact Vermonters in need.”

“For the past 30 years, we have had a series of trade deals ... which have cost us millions of decent-paying jobs and caused a ‘race to the bottom’ which has lowered wages for American workers.” Said Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) praising President Trump Monday, Jan. 23, for pulling out of a massive Asia-Pacific trade deal. Sanders offered to work with him on the issue in the future. Trump signed an executive order Monday to end U.S. participation in the 12-nation Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). Sanders said in a statement: “If President Trump is serious about a new policy to help American workers then I would be delighted to work with him.” Top Democrats, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren (Mass.) and Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer (N.Y.), did not support Obama with regards to the TPP.

“Your own little school board is tasked with one thing: keeping your school open, keeping your teachers in place, changing nothing, really. But if you broaden that out a little and you have two or three towns right next to each other, then the question becomes: How can we best use the resources?” Said Sen. Philip Baruth, the new chair of the Senate Education Committee, who helped write the education reform bill that passed two years ago. The merger talks envisioned by Act 46 are happening faster than expected, he said. The idea behind it was to encourage and eventually require school districts to merge and form larger units to better serve students and better manage costs. Despite the fact that there have been problems with Act 46, the reasons behind its implementation remain and must be addressed on way or another as the number of students in kindergarten through 12th grade in Vermont has declined from 107,000 in 1997 to approximately 88,000 last year—a trend that is expected to continue.

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Fact-checking the president

continued from page 6 won 278-260.” In terms of his Electoral College votes, Trump’s margin of victory ranked 46th out of 58 — hardly the sweeping victory he wants the public to believe. • Trump has long painted the country as being besieged by crime, declaring in his speech that the “carnage stops here and now.” We hope so, but first let’s set the record straight: Violent and property crimes overall have been declining for about two decades. Homicides have spiked in major cities in 2015 and 2016, but the rates remain far below their peak in the late 1980s and early 1990s and below what they were in 2009 and throughout President Bush’s eight years in office. • On the economy, Trump attributes the loss of manufacturing jobs to trade policy. It isn’t so. The Boston Globe explains: “Trump ... attributes all of the decline in manufacturing to foreign trade. The number of U.S. workers engaged in manufacturing is now about 12.3 million, up from 11.5 million in 2010.” And employment under President Obama is on a roll, with unemployment dropping from 10 percent when Obama took office after the Great Recession to 4.7 percent today. There has been a national decline in manufacturing jobs from the 1990s, but the biggest factor in the decline in manufacturing is automation, not jobs going overseas. Finally, jobs have been added for a record 75 months under President Obama, the longest in modern times. • Then there was the popularity counts. Why lie about the crowd size at Trump’s inauguration? Visual overhead pictures show crowds much smaller than Obama’s inauguration. Plus, the number of trips taken on the Metro, Washington’s mass transit system, on Friday by 4 p.m., was the lowest for an inauguration day since 2005, half the

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number seen during Obama’s 2009 inauguration (1.1 million) and less than the 782,000 in 2013. And according to the Nielsen rating, fewer people watched it on television. Some 30.6 million people watched Trump’s inauguration on TV, which is 7 million or so fewer than watched Obama’s first inaugural— nearly 20 percent less. Data across a variety of metrics tells the same story; Trump’s inaugurations was not the most watched in history, nationally or globally, as he asserted. The silly thing about the crowd size is that it doesn’t matter. So why lie about something that can be so easily disproven? Ego, and it drives Trump to bash the media for reporting facts he does not like. But here is the important point: in the past, the facts haven’t mattered to Trump’s supporters. Whatever he has said, they’ve gone along with, even when they knew it was a lie. The question all Americans have to ask themselves today is whether facts matter now that Trump is president — or will they allow Trump to change American policy based on lies and misinformation? Here’s one more reality: Lies work to the extent the public is willing to believe them and support the perpetrator. One final note: More than 4 million people gathered in Washington, in cities around the country and around the world Saturday to mount a searing rebuke of President Trump. The march in Washington, D.C., was estimated at over half million people. If the president won’t recognize those voices, and if the GOP turns its backs on them, hopefully the nation’s democracy will respond at the ballot box in two years. Angelo S. Lynn is the publisher of the Addison Independent, a sister paper to the Mountain Times.

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continued from page 6 also protested attacks on be redressed? marches demonstrate the freedom of speech It’s hard to imagine that many people unand an independent Trump will set right his derstand the difference press, upheld by the attitude and language between propaganda and Constitution: “We are toward gender, skin color, reporting. That objecwatching!” “Bring back sexual orientation, coun- tive truth is not a belief, facts,” “Our rights are not try of origin, or ability (all and belief does not make up for grabs,” read many of whom he insulted with something true. That facts such signs. some regularity during require evidence. The women’s marches his campaign). And it Being at the Women’s in D.C., across the councannot be ignored that he March on Washington felt try and globally demonis our president because important. It felt emstrated democpowering. And it racy in action re-inspired hope IF A TRUMP PRESIDENCY — people rising for hundreds of IS A STEP BACK FOR up against hate, thousands of fear, disrespect people. It felt like EQUALITY, HOPEFULLY IT and lies, and in a antidote to the WILL BE A STEP FORWARD support of love, despair many felt equality, respect after the inauguraFOR PARTICIPATORY and truth. It was tion the day before. DEMOCRACY. an exercise of As Martin Luther our First AmendKing, Jr., said, and ment constitutional right nearly half of the voters former President Barack “of the people peaceably in this country rose up Obama reminded us to assemble, and to petiin support of him defrequently, “the arc of the tion the Government for spite, and in some cases moral universe is long, but a redress of grievances.” because of, such hateful it bends towards justice.” And it was a mass language. If a Trump presidency assembly. Worldwide However, thewomen’s is a step back for equality, there were 673 different marches illustrate the hopefully it will be a step marches with an estipower of people to come forward for participatory mated 4,876,000 people together and fight for democracy, mobilizing a participating, according the values and rights new generation to underto womensmarch.com, they hold self-evident as stand the importance of (The New York Times and American citizens. Work- involvement; to underThe Washington Post ing from the ground up, stand that just because were able to verify the these demonstrators and we inherited a strong number of marches, but many more supporters democracy based on not the estimated partici- across the country deconstitutional principals, pation.) mand that basic rights be it doesn’t mean we get to But will it make a difupheld and that equality keep it without working to ference? Will grievances not be undermined. The uphold its foundation.

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WHAT TO DO IN CENTRAL VERMONT Ice Skating

4 p.m. Ice skating at Summit Pond is open 4-10 p.m. Rentals available. Tickets available at Mad Hatter’s Scoops next door. 400 Summit Path, off Killington Road. Info, 802-422-3335.

Rutland Wellness

5 p.m. Education and support for people who are struggling emotionally. Focus on tools and methods for improving our lives mentally and physically. Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m., Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court St., Rutland. 802-353-4365.

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Gentle Yoga

5 p.m. Gentle yoga - all levels, everyone welcome! Call to sign-up or drop-in. Yoga Studio at Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden. 802483-2311.

Gentle Basic Yoga

5:30 p.m. Gentle basic yoga, Wednesdays, with Wendy Reese, RYT 500 at Killington Yoga, 3744 River Rd., Killington, VT

Rotary Meeting

LYLE LOVETT AND JOHN HIATT AT PARAMOUNT THEATRE

6 p.m. The Killington-Pico Rotary club cordially invites visiting Rotarians, friends and guests to attend its weekly meeting. The club meets Wednesdays at the Summit Lodge 6-8 p.m. for a full dinner and fellowship. Call 802-773-0600 to make a reservation. Dinner fee $19. KillingtonPicoRotary.org

FRIDAY, JAN. 27 AT 8 P.M.

WEDNESDAY Bikram Yoga **

JAN. 15

6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Wednesdays: 6 a.m. & 12 p.m. 1 hour Bikram hot; 4 p.m. hot power flow; 5:30 p.m. 1.5 hour Bikram hot. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-747-6300.

Story Time

10 a.m. Maclure Library offers two preschool story hours, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. Parents and care givers are encouraged to bring children from birth to 5 years old. This is a great chance for children to socialize and parents / care givers to make new friends, share concerns, joys, ideas, and experiences and to learn from other parents. Today, Christine Tate reads book, sings songs, then snack. Small, intimate group. Info, 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.

Tyke Skate

10 a.m. Tyke Skate provides a times to introduce skating to kids ages 6 and under. Every Wednesday at Giorgetti Arena, 2 Oak St. Ext., Rutland. $6 per family; $1 skate rentals. Warming room, concessions, rentals/sharpening. Info, 802-775-7976; rutlandrec.com/giorgettiarena

Table Tennis

6 p.m. Green Mountain Table Tennis. Play twice as a guest for free. $30/ year membership. Knights of Columbus/Boys & Girls Club of Rutland County gym, 21 Merchants Row, Rutland. 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Info, 802-247-5913.

Bingo

6:30 p.m. Bridgewater Grange Bingo, Wednesdays nights, doors open at 5:30 p.m. Games start 6:30 p.m. Route 100A, Bridgewater Corners. Just across bridge from Junction Country Store. All welcome. Refreshments available.

Sip ‘n’ Dip For a Cause

6:30 p.m. Chaffee Art Center holds sip ‘n’ dip for a cause. Tonight’s class benefits Huntington’s Disease. An arts night out with heart! $30 members, $35 nonmembers. BYOB, gather friends and a bottle and enjoy fun, creativity, and giving back. chaffeeartcenter.org. 16 S. Main St., Rutland.

Pool League

7 p.m. Pool league at the Clear River Tavern, every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Open to the public. 2640 Rt 100 North, Pittsfield. clearrivertavern.com.

10 a.m. Dos Equis Ski Bum race series at Killington Resort, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Local teams of skiers, snowboarders, and tele skiers race down Highline in pursuit of Ski Bum glory and bragging rights. Highline Trail at K1. Post race party at McGrath’s Irish Pub open to registered racers only ($5 for a guest). Info, killington.com.

Learn to Knit **

10:30 a.m. Green Mountain Fibers holds Learn to Knit classes Wednesdays through Feb. 22, 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Learn basic knitting skills, cast on, knit and purl stitch, cast off. Free with purchase of yarn and needles; $10 to others. 259 Woodstock Ave., Rutland. Info, 802-775-7800.

Active Seniors Lunch

12 p.m. Killington Active Seniors meet for a meal Wednesdays at the Lookout Bar & Grille. Town sponsored. Come have lunch with this well-traveled group of men and women. $5/ person. Info, 802-422-2921. 2910 Killington Road, Killington.

RAVNAH Clinic

12:30 p.m. RAVNAH blood pressure/foot care clinic at Godnick Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. $10 foot clinic. Info, 802-775-0568.

Farmers Market

3 p.m. The Rutland Downtown Farmers Market is inside for the season, 3-6 p.m. at Vermont Farmers Food Center, 251 West Street, Rutland. Info and vendors, vtfarmersmarket.org.

Lego Club

3:15 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library offers Lego Club every Wednesday during the school year, 3:15-4:15 p.m. Ages 6 and up welcome. 2998 River Road, Killington. Info, 802-422-9765.

Killington Bone Builders

10 a.m. Bone builders meets at Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Rd., Killington, 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Free, weights supplied. For info, 802-422-3271.

Drop In Art

10 a.m. Drop In Art all winter season, Thurs.-Sun., at Killington Art Garage. $25 gets 1.5 hours studio/project time. All ages welcome, kids and adults. RSVP to 802-422-8844. 2841 Killington Rd., Killington.

Bone Builders

10 a.m. Bone builders meets Thursdays at Mendon Methodist Church basement. Info, 802-773-2694.

RAVNAH Clinic

12:30 p.m. RAVNAH blood pressure/foot care clinic at North Clarendon Community Center, 111 Moulton Ave., N. Clarendon. $10 foot clinic. Info, 802-775-0568.

Pico Ski Races

1 p.m. Pico Mountain welcomes return of weekly Thursday fun races. Teams or individuals race down giant slalom at Pico. Jan. 26-March 16, 1-3 p.m. picomountain.com for details. 73 Alpine Drive, Killington.

Ice Skating

4 p.m. Ice skating at Summit Pond is open 4-10 p.m. Rentals available. Tickets available at Mad Hatter’s Scoops next door. 400 Summit Path, off Killington Road. Info, 802-422-3335.

Level 2 Yoga

5:30 p.m. Level 2 Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.

Paint and Sip

5:30 p.m. Paint and Sip acrylics with Rae Newell, at Killington Art Garage. $30 includes all instruction and materials. Light nosh served; BYOB. RSVP to 802-422-8844. 2841 Killington Rd., Killington.

Screenagers Showing

6 p.m. Special screening of award-winning documentary “ScreenAgers” a film about kids growing up in the digital age, at Woodstock Town Hall Theatre. Free, open to the public. Q&A to follow. Reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions on how adults can empower kids to best navigate the digital world and find balance. Pentanglearts.org. 31 The Green, Woodstock.

Bridge Club

6:30 p.m. Marble Valley Duplicate Bridge Club meets at Godnick Center Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Sanctioned duplicate bridge games. Info, 802-228-6276. 1 Deer St., Rutland. Please join.

Open Gym

7 p.m. Town of Killington Rec. Dept. holds open gym for ages 18+. Tonight, soccer game 7-9 p.m. at Killington Elementary School, through March 28. $2 per night. Schoolhouse Road, Killington. Info, 802-422-3932, killingtontown. com.

FRIDAY

GM Fly Tyers

7 p.m. Green Mountain Fly Tyers meet at Godnick Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Eric Nelson demonstrates tying a woven stonefly nymph. Public welcome.

THURSDAY

Ski Bum Race Series

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JAN. 27

Open Swim **

8 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 8-9 a.m.; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Call for more times & info, 802-773-7187.

Open Swim **

RRCC Indoor Golf Tourney

Smoking Cessation

Level 1 Yoga

8 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 8-9 a.m.; 5-7 p.m. Call for more times & info, 802-773-7187. 9 a.m. Rutland’s stop smoking program, including patches, gum, and lozenges, at Rutland Regional Behavioral Health, 1 Commons St., Rutland, Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. Register at 747-3768 or rrmc.org. Free!

8 a.m. RRCC’s first annual Chamber Indoor Golf Tournament at Stonehedge Indoor Golf, 172 S. Main St., Rutland. Prizes, two flights of play, food and beverages. Mixer style awards end the day, 5-7 p.m. Register at rutlandvermont.com. 8:30 a.m. Level 1 Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.

Bikram Yoga **

Story Hour

BMW Winter xDrive

Story Time

Drop In Art

9 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Thursdays: 9 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 1.5 hour Bikram hot; 6:15 p.m. 1 hour Bikram hot. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-747-6300. 10 a.m. Promoting early literacy and socialization skills in a fun setting. Stories, songs, movement, craft. No registration. Ages 2+. Fox Room, Rutland Free Library, 10-10:45 a.m. 773-1860. 10 a.m. Maclure Library offers two preschool story hours, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. Parents and care givers are encouraged to bring children from birth to 5 years old. This is a great chance for children to socialize and parents / care givers to make new friends, share concerns, joys, ideas, and experiences and to learn from other parents. Today, Rutland Parent Child Center hosts. Snacks, crafts, stories, open playtime, dance, songs. Info, 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.

Story Time

10 a.m. Story time at the West Rutland Public Library. Thursdays at 10 a.m. Bring your young children to enjoy stories, crafts, and playtime. Info, 802-4382964.

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9 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Fridays: 9 a.m. 1.5 hr. Bikram hot; 12 p.m. 1 hour Bikram hot. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-747-6300. 9 a.m. Killington Resort holds BMW Winter xDrive Experience, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Get behind the wheel and become the ultimate driver with BMW and a professional driver. Registration required at killington.com. On-site check in on back deck of K1 Lodge. 10 a.m. Drop In Art all winter season, Thurs.-Sun., at Killington Art Garage. $25 gets 1.5 hours studio/project time. All ages welcome, kids and adults. RSVP to 802-422-8844. 2841 Killington Rd., Killington.

Story Time

10:30 a.m. Sherburne Memorial Library holds story time Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. Join for stories, songs, activities. Babies and toddlers welcome! Info, 802-422-9765.

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1:30 p.m. Vermont Wood Manufacturers Association holds annual meeting at Andrew Pearce Bowls and Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP, 1:30-5 p.m. Starts with tour of Andrew Pearce Bowls, Route 4 Hartland. 3 p.m. members gather for business meeting at MBRNHP Forest Center (park at Billings Farm). 4 p.m. social hour, dinner, drinks and networking. Pre-register at vermontwood. com, erin@gwriters.com, 747-7900 by Jan. 25.

Sports of All Sorts

Magic: the Gathering

Ice Skating

4 p.m. Ice skating at Summit Pond is open 4-10 p.m. Rentals available. Tickets available at Mad Hatter’s Scoops next door. 400 Summit Path, off Killington Road. Info, 802-422-3335.

Paint and Sip

Branch Out Teen Night

6 p.m. ArtisTree Community Arts Center holds Branch Out Teen Night in collaboration with Spectrum Teen Center. Potential teen open mic with help of Jamie, intern. Info at artistreevt.org. 2095 Pomfret Rd., South Pomfret.

Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt

8 p.m. Legendary singer-songwriters Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt share the stage at Paramount Theatre, trading off songs and stories that have made them two of the most innovative voices in music over the past three decades. Tickets $69.50-$89.50. paramountvt.org, 802-775-0903. 30 Center St., Rutland.

SATURDAY Bikram Yoga **

JAN. 28

7:30 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Saturdays: 7:30 a.m. 1 hr. Bikram hot; 9 a.m. 1.5 hr. Bikram hot; 4 p.m. hot power flow. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-7476300.

Bird Monitoring Walk

8 a.m. Audubon Society monthly bird monitoring walk at West Rutland marsh. Meet at W. Rutland Price Chopper parking lot at 8 a.m. It’s a 3.7 mile loop around marsh, or just go halfway. New birders, children, and nonmembers welcome. Dress for the weather! Binocs available if needed. Info, birding@rutlandcountyaudubon. org.

WINTER FAMILY FUN DAY AT BETHANY BIRCHES SATURDAY, JAN. 28 AT 10 A.M. Bridge Club

12 p.m. Marble Valley Duplicate Bridge Club meets at Godnick Center Saturdays, 12-4 p.m. Sanctioned duplicate bridge games. Info, 802-228-6276. 1 Deer St., Rutland. Please join.

Mixed Level Yoga

8:30 a.m. Mixed level yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.

BMW Winter xDrive

Ice Skating

2 p.m. Ice skating at Summit Pond is open 2-10 p.m. Rentals available. Tickets available at Mad Hatter’s Scoops next door. 400 Summit Path, off Killington Road. Info, 802-422-3335.

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3:15 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library holds Magic: the Gathering after school Fridays, 3:15-4:30 p.m. Ages 8+, all levels welcome. 2998 River Rd., Killington. 422-9765.

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3 p.m. Killington Rec. Dept. offers Sports of All Sorts programs in Killington Elementary School gym: an intro to sports in a fun and instructional way. Open to any child from any school. This week, basketball. Fridays through Feb. 24. Pre k - 6th grade, 3-4:30 p.m. Aftercare available from 4:30-5 p.m. $35. Register at killintonrec.com.

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9 a.m. Carving Studio & Sculpture Center holds Alabaster Carving with Scott Cahaly, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Carve your own piece of alabaster. Sign up at carvingstudio.org, 802-438-2097. $150. Bring a bag lunch. 636 Marble St., West Rutland.

Central Vt 50+ Expo

9 a.m. 22nd annual Central Vermont 50+ Expo held this year at Sheraton-Burlington Hotel & Conference Center, Williston Road, South Burlington. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Baby boomers, seniors, and all ages welcome. 90+ exhibitor booths, seminars and workshops, giveaways, food sampling, music by Starline Rhythm Boys plus DJ, photo booth, silent auction, and more. $5 at the door; $4 advance. vermontmaturity.com/expo, 802-872-9000 x118.

Skiteering at Pico

9 a.m. A true challenge for backcountry enthusiasts as well as resort skiers/riders, skiteering at Pico Mountain. Competitors get supplies and a time frame to find controls around the resort, and punch a card. First to cross finish line with full punch card wins. Two divisions. Register and get the details at picomountain.com. 73 Alpine Drive, Killington.

Woodstock Film Festival **

3 p.m. 7th annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at Billings Farm & Museum continues with “Welcome to Leith.” 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. showings. Documentary about attempted takeover of small town in North Dakota by notorious white supremacist Craig Cobb. Reservations recommended. Tickets $5-9 members; $6-11 non members. Info, billingsfarm.org/filmfest. 69 Old River Road (Rte 12N & Old River Road), Woodstock.

Happy Hour Yoga

4:30 p.m. Happy Hour Yoga at Base Camp Outfitters with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 2363 Route 4, Killington. Ski, then yoga! Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-4224500.

Open Swim

5 p.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: Tues., Thurs., Saturday 5-7 p.m. Call for more times & info, 802-773-7187.

Steak Dinner

5 p.m. VFW Post 648 holds steak dinner, 5-7 p.m. Plus a DJ from 6-9 p.m. Dinner $13. Open to the public. Wales St., Rutland. Info, 802-775-6892.

Women’s Pickup Basketball

Paint and Sip

Farmers Market

Date Night Childcare

9:30 a.m. Adult women’s pickup basketball Saturday mornings, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Vt. Police Academy, 317 Academy Rd, Pittsford, VT. Info, 802-483-6500 x 17. 10 a.m. The Rutland Downtown Farmers Market is inside for the season, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Vermont Farmers Food Center, 251 West Street, Rutland. Info and vendors, vtfarmersmarket.org.

Gentle Yoga

10 a.m. Gentle yoga - all levels, everyone welcome! Call to sign-up or drop-in. Yoga Studio at Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden. 802-483-2311.

Drop In Art

10 a.m. Drop In Art all winter season, Thurs.Sun., at Killington Art Garage. $25 gets 1.5 hours studio/project time. All ages welcome, kids and adults. RSVP to 802-422-8844. 2841 Killington Rd., Killington.

Arts & Crafts Sale

10 a.m. Compass Music and Arts Center holds arts and crafts sale 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Supplies such as surplus yarn and fabric, used equipment, unopened kits, how-to books, unused art supplies, and more. 333 Jones Drive, Brandon. cmacvt.org, 802-2474295.

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10 a.m. Winter Family Fun Day at Bethany Birches Camp, 2610 Lynds Hill Rd., Plymouth. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Backcountry skiing, tubing on 1/4 mile tube run, skate on ice rink, go snowshoeing. Or just stay inside heated pavilion and drink hot cocoa. Camp-wide broom ball tourney and lunch. Details at bethanybirches.org.

SKITEERING AT PICO MOUNTAIN

SATURDAY, JAN. 28 AT 10 A.M.

5:30 p.m. Paint and sip with Traci at Killington Art Garage. This week, Year of the Rooster. $35 includes instruction and materials. Light nosh served; BYOB. RSVP to 802-422-8844. 2841 Killington Rd., Killington. 5:30 p.m. Date night! Drop off your kids for fun, games, crafts, and movie at Killington Town Offices, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 2-12. $25 for first child, $5 each additional child. Register at killingtonrec.com. 2706 River Rd., Killington.

Zephyr

7:30 p.m. Roots Americana quartet Zephyr, from Addison County, plays unique originals and occasional covers at Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Road, Brandon. $20 tickets. brandon-music.net.

Lidia Bastianich

7:30 p.m. An intimate conversation with Lidia Bastianich, Emmy-winning host of “Lidia’s Kitchen” and “Lidia’s Italy” on PBS, at Paramount Theatre. Audience can enjoy a presentation that will delight and have opportunity to participate in Q&A. VIP tickets include signed copy of her latest book. $40, $85. paramountvt.org, 802-775-0903. 30 Center St., Rutland.

A Rumpus for Art

7:30 p.m. ART presents “A Rumpus for ART” at the Brick Box at Paramount Theatre. Join 10 storytellers as they spin their tales for the benefit of ART. True, first person stories told without notes. Limited seating, $20 tickets. Get them at paramountvt.org. 30 Center St., Rutland.

Perfect Arrangement

7:30 p.m. Vermont Pride Theater presents northeastern premiere of Topher Payne’s prize-winning play “Perfect Arrangement” at Chandler Music Hall. Benefit staged reading, proceeds go to civil rights work of GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders. Talkback follows with Q&A, reception, and meet and greet. Advance tickets at 802-728-6464, chandler-arts.org ($12 students, $17 adults), or at the door ($15 students, $20 adults). 71-73 Main St., Randolph.

SUNDAY Bikram Yoga **

JAN. 29

9 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Sundays: 9 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 1.5 hr. Bikram hot. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-747-6300.

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BMW Winter xDrive

Drop In Basketball

Killington Section GMC

Citizenship Classes

9 a.m. Killington Resort holds BMW Winter xDrive Experience, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Get behind the wheel and become the ultimate driver with BMW and a professional driver. Registration required at killington.com. On-site check in on back deck of K1 Lodge. 9 a.m. Killington Section Green Mountain Club holds hike to Bromley Mountain, Peru. Climb to 3260’ summit for great views. Snowshoes needed. Moderate to difficult, 7 miles. Meet 9 a.m. at Rutland’s Main Street Park, near fire station, to carpool. Bring water and a lunch. Wear sturdy shoes, and dress for the weather. Info, 802-775-3855.

7:45 p.m. Rutland Rec Dept offers co-ed drop in basketball, 7:15-9:15 p.m. at Rutland Intermediate School. Men and women age 18+. $5 fee. Self organized, self policed! Balls and pinnies provided. Info, 802-282-2054. 65 Library Ave, Rutland. Vermont Adult Learning will offers free citizenship classes. Call 802-7974045 and learn if you may qualify for citizenship at no cost. 16 Evelyn St., Rutland. Also, free classes in reading, writing, and speaking for English speakers of other languages. Ongoing. 16 Evelyn St., Rutland

TUESDAY

Drop In Art

Sundays with Maurie

10 a.m. Sundays with Maurie, drop in watercolor class, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Killington Art Garage. All ages, all abilities. $30 includes instruction and materials. Coffee/tea and sweet plate included. RSVP to 802-422-8844. 2841 Killington Rd., Killington.

Ice Skating

2 p.m. Ice skating at Summit Pond is open 2-10 p.m. Rentals available. Tickets available at Mad Hatter’s Scoops next door. 400 Summit Path, off Killington Road. Info, 802-422-3335.

Open Gym

5 p.m. Town of Killington Rec. Dept. holds open gym for ages 18+. Tonight, pick up basketball games, 5-7 p.m. at Killington Elementary School, through March 27. $2 per night. Schoolhouse Road, Killington. Info, 802-422-3932, killingtontown.com.

Religious Movie Series

5 p.m. First Congregational Church of Fair Haven sponsors film series “One” plus dinner, six-week series. Dinner 5 p.m. followed by film and small group session. Free. Childcare available. Register at 1stcongchurchfairhaven@gmail. com or 802-265-8864. 2 North Park Place, Fair Haven.

Weekly Curling

7 p.m. Upper Valley Curling Club plays each Sunday at Union Arena, Woodstock. 7-9 p.m. $25 per person. All ability levels welcome to join the club. On the grounds of Woodstock UHS, Route 4, Woodstock. Info, uppervalleycurling. org. Games begin at 7 p.m.

MONDAY Bikram Yoga **

JAN. 30

6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Mondays: 6 a.m. 1 hour Bikram hot yoga; 9 a.m. 1.5 hour Bikram hot yoga; 4 p.m. hot power flow; 5:30 p.m. 1.5 hour Bikram hot yoga. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-747-6300.

Level 1 & 2 Yoga

8:30 a.m. Level 1 & 2 Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.

Okemo’s Birthday

9 a.m. Celebrate Okemo’s 61st birthday in the Clock Tower Base Lodge to sing and enjoy a piece of cake. okemo.com.

Killington Bone Builders

10 a.m. Bone builders meets at Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Rd., Killington, 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Free, weights supplied. For info, 802-422-3271.

Open Swim

11:30 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Call for more times & info, 802-773-7187.

Legislative Luncheon-SOLD OUT

Open Swim **

JAN. 31

8 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 8-9 a.m.; 12-1 p.m.; 5-7 p.m. Call for more times & info, 802-773-7187.

Yin Yoga

8:30 a.m. Yin Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.

Art Workshop

10 a.m. Annie’s Art Workshop, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesdays at Sherburne Memorial Library, Killington. Open art workshop - collaborative artist group welcomes all levels, interests, mediums. Free. In memory of Ann Wallen. Info, 299-1777.

Family Playgroup

10 a.m. Rutland Co. Parent Child Center holds playgroup, at Mount Holly Town Library, Belmont. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Informal gatherings for families who share a common thread of wanting a supportive experience for their child. For info, rcpcc.org.

Bone Builders

10 a.m. Bone builders meets Tuesdays at Mendon Methodist Church basement. Info, 802-773-2694.

Preschool Story Time

10:30 a.m. Norman Williams Public Library holds 45-minute story time for kids ages 3-6 featuring three, thematically related books along with craft or activity reinforcing theme. 802-457-2295. 10 the Green, Woodstock.

Learn to Knit **

10:30 a.m. Green Mountain Fibers holds Learn to Knit classes Tuesdays through Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Learn basic knitting skills, cast on, knit and purl stitch, cast off. Free with purchase of yarn and needles; $10 to others. 259 Woodstock Ave., Rutland. Info, 802-775-7800.

Smoking Cessation

11 a.m. Rutland’s stop smoking program, including patches, gum, and lozenges, at Rutland Heart Center, 12 Commons St., Rutland, Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Register at 747-3768 or rrmc.org. Free!

Circuit Works

11 a.m. Circuit Works at Castleton Community Center, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Targets all major muscle groups with strength and flexibility exercises. Bands, tubing, weights, bike and treadmill, exercise ball and mats. Class size limited. Info, 802-468-3093. 2108 Main St, Castleton.

Bikram Yoga **

12 p.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Tuesdays: 9 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 1.5 hr. hot Bikram yoga; 12 p.m. hot yin; 6:15 p.m. 1 hour hot Bikram. 1360 US-4, Mendon. Info, 802-747-6300.

Ludlow Rotary Club Meets

12:15 p.m. Ludlow Rotary Club service area includes Ludlow, Mt. Holly, Cavendish, Plymouth with members from these communities. Meets for lunch & fellowship Tuesdays. Club activities fund scholarships for area students, support local not-for-profit organizations and contributes to other local & international humanitarian efforts. ludlowrotary.com

TOPS Meeting

12 p.m. RRCC and REDC Legislative Luncheon with Gov. Phil Scott at Southside Steakhouse, 170 S. Main St., Rutland. SOLD OUT.

5 p.m. TOPS - Taking Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Tuesday at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 85 West Street, Rutland. Weigh-in 5-5:25 p.m. Meeting 5:30-6:30 p.m. For additional information call Robin at 802-483-2967.

Rutland Rotary

Level 1 Yoga

Dance Your Way to Health

Legion Bingo

12:15 p.m. Rotary Club of Rutland meets Mondays for lunch at The Palms Restaurant. Learn more or become a member, journal@sover.net. 4 p.m. Dance Your Way to Health at Castleton Community Center, 4-5 p.m. Aerobic dance components designed to burn calories and build heart strength. Work at your own pace. Info, 802-468-3093. 2108 Main St, Castleton.

Smoking Cessation

5:30 p.m. Level 1 Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500. 6:15 p.m. Brandon American Legion, Tuesdays. Warm ups 6:15 p.m., regular games 7 p.m. Open to the public. Bring a friend!

Chess Club

4:30 p.m. Rutland’s stop smoking program, including patches, gum, and lozenges, at RRMC Foley Cancer Center Conference Rm. on Mondays 4:30-5:30 p.m. Register at 747-3768 or rrmc.org. Free!

7 p.m. Rutland Rec Dept. holds a chess club at Godnick Adult Center, providing a mind-enhancing skill not only to the youth but adults as well. The club will teach anyone who is willing to learn. All ages are welcome; open to the public. Tuesday evenings, 7-9 p.m. 1 Deer St., Rutland.

Smoking Cessation for Pregnant Moms

Bird-Friendly Maple Presentation

Gentle Yoga

Broomball

5 p.m. Rutland’s stop smoking program for pregnant mothers, including patches, gum, and lozenges, at Rutland Women’s Healthcare, 147 Allen St., Rutland. Mondays, 5-6 p.m. Register at 747-3768 or rrmc.org. Free! 5 p.m. Gentle yoga - all levels, everyone welcome! Call to sign-up or drop-in. Yoga Studio at Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden. 802-483-2311.

Open Gym

7 p.m. Audubon Society presents program on bird habitat management integrated with maple sugar management. Fox Room at Rutland Free Library, 10 Court St., Rutland. Info, 802-747-4466. 7:45 p.m. Giorgetti Arena offers broomball Tuesdays, 7:45-9:15 p.m. Helmet and clean, rubber sole shoes needed. Sticks and balls provided. $4 Rutland residents; $5 non. 2 Oak St. Ext., Rutland. rutlandrec.com.

7 p.m. Town of Killington Rec. Dept. holds open gym for ages 18+. Tonight, volleyball game 7-9 p.m. at Killington Elementary School, through March 28. $2 per night. Schoolhouse Road, Killington. Info, 802-422-3932, killingtontown. com.

Want to submit an event? Email events@mountaintimes.info with the details.

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[MUSIC Scene] WEDNESDAY JAN. 25

KILLINGTON 2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Daniel Brown

6 p.m. Liquid Art Open Mic w/ Ricky T

9 p.m Outback Pizza

Snowplow Comedy Competition

POULTNEY 6:30 p.m. Taps Tavern Jazz Night

KILLINGTON

2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge

5 p.m. The Foundry

Duane Carleton

2 p.m. Snowshed’s Long Trail Pub

8:30 p.m. Outback Pizza

1:30 p.m. Pico Base Lodge

4 p.m. The Foundry

1 p.m. Bear Mountain Base Lodge

Chris Pallutto

JAN. 26

KILLINGTON 2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Chris Pallutto

2 p.m. Snowshed’s Long Trail Pub Tony Lee Thomas

4 p.m. Liquid Art

Vinyl Revolution w/ DJ Drewcifer

8 p.m. Outback Pizza

The Soulful Sounds of Pat & Clay

8 p.m. Pickle Barrel Nightclub Kat Wright and the Indomitable Soul Band

Joey Leone Trio Duane Carleton

Tone Lee Thomas Duo

4:30 p.m. Pickle Barrel Nightclub

2 p.m. Snowshed’s Long Trail Pub

5 p.m. Highline Lodge

2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge

Jamie’s Junk Show

Jazz Night w/ Oak Totem

Rick Redington and The Luv

9 p.m. JAX Food and Games Duane Carleton

RUTLAND 9:30 p.m. The Venue Open Mic w/ Chris Pallutto

Brewski 2Ski

STOCKBRIDGE

4:30 p.m. The Foundry

5 p.m. Outback Pizza

11 a.m. Wild Fern

5 p.m. Outback Pizza

6 p.m. Preston’s at the Grand Hotel

Joey Leone Duo Just Jamie

Guy Burlage

6 p.m. Wobbly Barn

THURSDAY

Master Cylinder

Jenny Porter

7 p.m. O’Dwyers Public House Daniel Brown

7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub Green Rovers

8 p.m. Pickle Barrel Lost in Paris

8 p.m. Santa Fe Steakhouse David Soltz: Acoustic Soul

8 p.m. The Foundry Heavily Brothers

8:30 p.m. Outback Pizza Stone Tsunami

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Just Jamie

9 p.m. Moguls Sports Pub

DJ Dave’s Apres Ski Dance Party

Ryan Fuller

6 p.m. Wobbly Barn Tony Lee Thomas Trio

7 p.m. O’Dwyers Public House The County Down

7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub Green Rovers

8 p.m. Pickle Barrel Lost in Paris

8 p.m. Santa Fe Steakhouse David Soltz: Acoustic Soul

8 p.m. The Foundry Aaron Audet Band

8:30 p.m. Outback Pizza Stone Tsunami

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Joey Leone Trio

Cigar Box Brunch w/ Rick Redington

MONDAY JAN. 23

KILLINGTON 1 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Duane Carleton

7 p.m. O’Dwyers Public House

Rick Redington & Heather Lynne

7 p.m. Outback Pizza

Karaoke and Music Vid Nite w/ DJ Evan

7 p.m. The Foundry Joey Leone’s Blues Night

PITTSFIELD 7 p.m. Clear River Tavern Clay Canfield and Pat Navarre

Dos Equis All Request Dance Party w/ DJ Dave

9 p.m. Moguls Sports Pub

WOODSTOCK

10 p.m. Wobbly Barn

8 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant

8 p.m. The Foundry

PITTSFIELD

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games

6 p.m. Clear River Tavern Fritz Gun

7:30 p.m. Clear River Tavern

8 p.m. Santa Fe Steakhouse Bob Kennedy

Joey Leone Duo

Brewski 2Ski

10 p.m. Wobbly Barn

Kicking Sunrise

8 p.m. Clear River Tavern Super Stash Bros

Sonic Malfunktion

RUTLAND

LUDLOW

8 p.m. Paramount Theatre

6 p.m. The Killarney

Irish Sessions w/ members of Gypsy Reel

9 p.m. Mangiamo Ristorante & Nightclub

Karaoke & Video Show w/ DJ Evan

MENDON 6 p.m. Red Clover Inn

7 p.m. Clear River Tavern Open Mic Jam

Meghann & Dave Patten

WOODSTOCK 7 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant Guy Burlage

JAN. 27

BOMOSEEN 6 p.m. Iron Lantern Andy Gorton

POULTNEY 9 p.m. Taps Tavern

Open Mic w/ Jon-Carl Smith

TUESDAY JAN. 24

KILLINGTON

10:15 p.m. The Venue

7:30 p.m. Hop ‘n’ Moose Chris Pallutto

2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge

STOCKBRIDGE

7:30 p.m. Paramount Theatre

8 p.m. Outback Pizza

Monstrosity

7 p.m. Wild Fern

Heather and Trudi’s Birthday Jam Party

SATURDAY JAN. 28

BOMOSEEN 6 p.m. Iron Lantern Eric Ray

BRANDON 7:30 p.m. Brandon Music Zephyr

FRIDAY

Fritz Gun and Co.

Brian Warren

RUTLAND

POULTNEY 7 p.m. Taps Tavern

Kicking Sunrise

An Acoustic Evening with Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt

Jazz Trio

PITTSFIELD

Super Stash Bros

LUDLOW 3 p.m. The Chophouse Wayne Canney

9 p.m. Mangiamo Ristorante & Nightclub DJ Dance Party

KILLINGTON 1 p.m. Bear Mountain Base Lodge Daniel Brown

1:30 p.m. Pico Base Lodge Guy Burlage

An Intimate Conversation with Lidia Bastianich

7:30 p.m. Paramount Theatre Brick Box A Rumpus For Art

9:30 p.m. Downtown Tavern Karaoke w/ Tenacious T

WOODSTOCK 7 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant Jamie Ward: Piano & Vocals

SUNDAY JAN. 29

KILLINGTON 11 a.m. The Foundry JD Tolstoi Brunch

1 p.m. Pico Base Lodge Duane Carleton

2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Tony Lee Thomas

2 p.m. Snowshed’s Long Trail Pub Chris Pallutto

Daniel Brown Andy Lugo

8 p.m. The Foundry

Edwards, Abraham & Tolstoi – “EAT”

8:30 p.m. Domenic’s Pizzeria

Name That Tune Bingo w/ DJ Dave

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Annie in the Water

POULTNEY 9 p.m. Taps Tavern

Bluegrass Jam w/ Poultney Bluegrass Society

WOODSTOCK 6 p.m. Little Theater

Underground Ministries w/ Speaker Nate Mispel & DJ Casey

12 • The Mountain Times • Jan. 25-31, 2017

• SUDOKU

• MOVIE TIMES

• CROSSWORD

SUDOKU

Each block is divided by its own matrix of nine cells. The rule for solving Sudoku puzzles are very simple. Each row, column and block, must contain one of the numbers from “1” to “9”. No number may appear more than once in any row, column, or block. When you’ve filled the entire grid the puzzle is solved.

This week’s solution is on page 27

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS 1. Newts 5. Taxis 9. Ski down these 11. Solace 13. Thieves of the sea 15. Diacritical mark 16. Frost 17. Enmities 19. Furnace for baking 21. Founder of female institute 22. Eight 23. Earl Grey and chamomile are two 25. Messenger ribonucleic acid 26. Dull, unproductive pattern of behavior 27. A large and hurried swallow 29. Large nests 31. A way to choose 33. Grocery store 34. Drains 36. Hawaiian wreath 38. Where fish live 39. Get rid of 41. Beyond, transcending 43. Uncastrated male sheep 44. Asserts 46. Snoopy and Rin Tin Tin are two 48. Windy City footballer 52. Green veggie 53. Director 54. Conditioning 56. Spoke foolishly 57. Legislative body 58. Square measures 59. Cheek

CLUES DOWN 1. Call forth 2. Front legs 3. Third-party access 4. Hairlike structure 5. Ghanaian money 6. Settled down 7. Ill-natured 8. Choose 9. Mountain in the Slovenian Alps 10. Samsung laptops 11. Inquire into 12. Not slow 14. Thailand 15. Front of the eye 18. Kentucky town 41549 20. Extreme disgust 24. Not fast 26. Smelled bad 28. Portended 30. Leader 32. Comedian Noah 34. Course 35. Sloven 37. Perfect places 38. A vast desert in N. Africa 40. Monetary unit of Angola 42. Clerks 43. Canadian law enforcers 45. Without (French) 47. Having wisdom that comes with age 49. Delicacy (archaic) 50. Grows older 51. Bitterly regrets 55. It’s present in all living cells (abbr.)

Solutions on page, 27

JUMPS

Statue:

Pres Smith to be honored with life-size statue

continued from page 1 Times that the project the mold. Once made, came about because the the wax is melted and idea occurred to him that drained. With the exact “we are all here enjoyduplicate of her original ing Killington because model now in bronze, of Preston Smith. With Palmer works on the the birth of Killington metal piece, making any came the creation of an adjustments she deems outdoor lifestyle that did necessary and adding not exist here before. It’s her own patina to the a lifestyle that we all metal. She creates the continue to enjoy today. patina by oxidizing the Preston Smith did not metal, a process that just create a ski area, he involves heating it and also helped create a town brushing chemicals into where businesses thrive it to change the colors. and families make their Submitted She said the process of livelihood, and for this I Real skiers Diane Dalton and Scott Gray are excited about making a bronze figure think he should be honored the Preston Smith Bronze project which Gray started. of Smith would take nine and remembered in this months from start to finish. timeless manner,” Gray added. Committee and fundraising The artist chosen for the project is the internationally Gray, who has extensive fundraising experience in New recognized sculptor Carolyn Palmer. Her commissioned Jersey, said he estimates it will take about a year to raise pieces include Pope Francis, Franklin D. Roosevelt, the $275,000 for the sculpture and the $25,000 needed for Thomas Jefferson, the Wright Brothers, Edith Wharton, transportation, the base, and plaque(s). He is currently and the replacement statue of Lucille Ball, “not the scary talking with Killington officials about a possible location Lucy statue,” Gray noted. for the statue and assembling a project committee of “real Carolyn D. Palmer skiers” who would like to honor Smith in this manner. In An Orange County, N.Y., native, Palmer had planned addition to fundraising, they will work on project details to go into medicine when she found her anatomy classes like the base and plaques, he said. intriguing and changed her studies to art and science. A To date the committee consists of businessman and portrait painter after graduation from Nazareth College skier Allen Thomas, ski shop owner Bob Lang, son and (Rochester, N.Y.) in 1983, Palmer told the Mountain Times lifelong Killington skier Catan Gray, friend and Killington that she found herself thinking, “It would be fun to bring skier Diane Dalton, and local businesspersons Tricia Cartthe spirit of a person to life in a three-dimensional form.” er of Ski Country Real Estate and Scott Giguere, owner/ Her first sculpture was a seven-foot Thomas Jefferson, operator of Charity’s Restaurant. which she completed in 2003 — now displayed at the JefGiguere noted his family’s history and how his (late) ferson Building in Syracuse, N.Y. father Jack Giguere started Killington’s first nightclub and Among her latest projects was the life-size bronze restaurant, later expanding with Charity’s. Scott Giguere figure of Lucille Ball for the Lucille Ball Memorial Park in said he is a second-generation businessman because Ball’s hometown of Celoron, N.Y. The sculpture, which Smith started the ski area. “Pres was a pioneer and because was commissioned to replace one that the public did not of him many of us have found satisfying and happy livelike, was unveiled on Aug. 6, 2016, which would have been styles here,” Giguere said of the appropriateness of a statue the actress’ 105th birthday. Its glowing approval brought that would exemplify a pioneering spirit. Palmer worldwide coverage and recognition from the Scott Smith, Pres Smith’s son who owns the Red Wagon press and BBC and NPR broadcasting networks. Toy Company, a children’s clothing and toy store in WoodViewers of “Madam Secretary” may have seen Palmer’s stock, is committee co-chair with Gray. He said Gray apFDR and Eleanor Roosevelt sculptures on the show’s set proached him “to help out with the project and I naturally thanks to CBS’ renting them for the series. There are also agreed since it honors my dad. FDR and Eleanor statues at the entrance to the presiden“I think the choice of Carolyn Palmer is a great choice tial library at Hyde Park, with other editions at the New as she has done some prominent historical statues,” York State Museum in Albany and at the Sarah Delano he added. Alluding to the fact that his father had never Roosevelt House at Hunter College in New York City. Her wanted a ski trail named after him, Smith said his father is Pope Francis is soon to be displayed at St. Patrick’s Catheaware of this project and didn’t seem to mind it, surmising dral in New York City, she said. that his appreciation for art might have influenced him to Palmer creates both larger than life bronze busts and agree to be the subject of a bronze statue. life-sized figures. She said that the process includes studyReached at his home in Florida, Pres Smith, who turns ing photographs, watching videos of a person if they exist, 87 in February, said he was “quite surprised” but also feels and researching the personality of the person. She also “honored to have folks feel that way.” tries to look at a person from all angles. If it’s possible, she Anyone who would like to join the project committee would like to get Pres Smith to sit for her for four hours, she can contact Gray via email sggraphics@comcast.net with a said. subject line Statue Committee. With research done, she makes a clay model and then Those wishing to make a contribution can make checks takes a wax mold of that model. The next step is the lostpayable to “The Preston Smith Bronze Project” and send wax process wherein the mold goes to the foundry where them to: The Preston Smith Bronze Project, C/O Mr. Scott the molten metal (in this case bronze) is poured into Smith, 41 Central Street, Woodstock, VT 05091.

DATE NIGHTS BABYSITTING

Tubing Party Date Night

Drop off at Killington Clubhouse (227 East Mountain Road)

January 28th, 2017 5:30-8:30 PM Kids will have access to the tubing park from 5:30-7:00 PM. We will wind down with a movie, snacks, and crafts inside the clubhouse until 8:30 PM Cost: $25.00 per child/$5.00 additional child *Limited to first 25

Sledding, Dance, and Pizza Party at the Green Mountain Golf Course (Barrows Town Road, off RTE 100) *In support of the Pico Ski Club Auction

February 18th, 2017 5:30-11:00 PM

(Extended hours) Cost: $30.00 per child/$5.00 additional child *Limited spots

NEWS BRIEFS

The Mountain Times • Jan. 25-31, 2017 • 13

By Lani Duke

Retired fireman’s perspective sheds light on dispute Retired Rutland City Fire Department Lieutenant Raymond Mooney recently recounted a brief history of the department and its staffing, Jan. 6. He noted that city records show a staff of 12 firemen on duty working 144 hours a week in 1926, with each man working three 24-hour shifts and then one off. The two-platoon system went into effect in 1947; each firefighter worked 84 hours a week. The city hired an additional six men. When the federal government mandated a maximum workweek of 56 hours in 1975, the city hired four additional men. There were always 12 on duty. A reorganization while Jeff Wennberg was mayor transferred the paramedic service to Regional Ambulance Service. When three were laid off three, it was deemed “violating the Tenure clause in the Charter.” A judge ruled they must be reinstated, but Wennberg refused, according to Mooney. The Board of Aldermen passed an ordinance for their reinstatement, an ordinance vetoed by the mayor. Although he had originally sided with Wennberg, Chief Fire Engineer Gerald Lloyd came to agree with the department by the time the aldermen overrode the mayor’s veto and the three laid-off firemen returned to work. Wennberg sought to remove the tenure clause from the charter through the March town meeting ballot, but the voters

defeated that measure “overwhelmingly,” Mooney recalled, observing that this struggle seems to presage a pattern that is recurring this year. A 1990 reorganization resulted in three platoons working 46.6 hours a week, with 10 men per shift. The roster dropped to seven men per shift in 1992. There was a similar drop in shift size under Mayor John Cassarino, Mooney remembered, saying “each time men are cut, the number of men on shifts available for callback gets smaller and smaller.” Last summer Mooney himself, long retired, helped “stretch hose with the guys who had landed with two houses on fire while waiting for help to arrive.” Mooney described the current proposal placed before the aldermen as “the shell game of replacing three responding firefighters with two management people who the Mayor says will be certified and can respond with the six left on duty.” However, management staff goes home at 5 p.m., Mooney said. During previous administrations, he had repeatedly argued with the city attorney in his capacity as administrative assistant to the chief, on whether to ask for help from another department. “I argued strenuously that a house on South Street could catch fire as I was going up Woodstock Avenue and I didn’t want to play Russian Roulette with the lives and property of city taxpayers and residents,” he wrote. Although the city administration has changed since those years, Mooney believes subsequent city bureaucracies have continued to harbor animus toward the fire department.

Evelyn Street redesign takes the first step RUTLAND—The Rutland Redevelopment Authority issued a Request for Proposal on the redevelopment of Evelyn Street Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, with responses due Jan. 24 in time for the next RRA meeting. The proposal is for a comprehensive planning study, funded through a Vermont Community Development Program (VCDP) planning grant, utilizing vendors’ “expertise, initiative and innovation when developing their proposals to refine the scope of work activities.” Project boundaries are “the lands abutting Evelyn Street and associated with the Rutland Shopping Plaza and City owned lands associated with the Amtrak station.” It covers the former CVPS building and Depot Park while looking for some of the ambiance of Burlington’s Church Street. Not included the project is the TD Bank drive-through building, although it will receive a simultaneous historical architecture review. Nor does the project include redesign of Strongs Avenue, Merchants Row or Center Street. In other planning for the year ahead, the RRA’s Executive Director Brennan Duffy is anticipating changes to the organization’s website to refresh the promotion of selected real estate, especially 34 N. Main St., the former Berwick Hotel site at the corner of Center and Wales streets, 92 Park St., 77 Grove St., and other properties.

City education funding “tight” as tax bills shrink Rutland City voters will see an education budget up 2.4 percent from last year’s, totaling $51.64 million. But improvements in the city’s common level of appraisal (CLA) will result in lowered homestead property taxes, reduced to $1.52 per $100 of assessed property value from last year’s $1.56. Property owners with a home valued at $150,000 will see tax bills reduced from $2,341 to $2,278. Superintendent Mary Moran attributed the modest total increase to normal rising health insurance and salary costs. Completion of several capital improvement projects—lighting, heating and cooling, roof work, flooring, boiler work, and an energy performance upgrade are expected to save money in the future. The current year’s project list features replacement of the high school’s intercom and bell system, apparently installed 23 years ago when the structure was built. The district’s staffing has seen a net decrease over the past five years, with 39 fewer positions. The school district has a student population of 2,671, with 233 full-time teachers, according to the SchoolMatch website. The district had considered adding three positions but decided against it. Moran said the district contingency fund will be tapped if an additional English Language Learning position is needed.

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KILLINGTON—Nadine Price’s ordeal may not be Larson said Killington’s request for a new trial was over yet. not justified. Though Price won a $750,000 personal injury “The Defendant asks the Court to set aside the verdict against Killington Resort as a result of her be- verdict and grant a new trial on two grounds: (1) ing trapped aboard a Killington gondola for several because the amount of the verdict was ‘surprisingly hours, Killington has asked Superior Court Judge high,’ and (2) because the jury was not instructed Helen M. Toor for a new trial. on comparative negligence,” Larson wrote. “Neither In his request, Killington attorney Allan Keyes argument is availing, and the motion should therewrote, a new trial is warranted “on the grounds the fore be denied.” jury disregarded the reasonable and substantial Keyes wrote that the jury may have felt too strongevidence and found against Defendant for a surpris- ly after learning that, as a result of incident, Killingingly high amount through passion, prejudice, or ton revoked Price’s season pass. improper influence. Fur“The surprisingly high ther, there was sufficient verdict may have been “THE SURPRISINGLY HIGH VERDICT evidence of contributory due to jurors’ overreacnegligence to reduce or tion to the fact Killington MAY HAVE BEEN DUE TO JURORS’ bar the judgment against revoked plaintiff’s ski OVERREACTION TO THE FACT Defendant.” pass,” Keyes wrote. When asked to com“This post-incident KILLINGTON REVOKED PLAINTIFF’S ment further, Killington otherwise extraneous inSKI PASS,” KEYES WROTE. attorney Andrew Maass formation became a part said, “It’s my practice not of the case only because to comment while it’s pending.” of the claims of interference with contract and defaPrice’s attorney, Christopher Larson, said he filed mation on which plaintiff did not prevail. Another a response to the Killington request. ski area might have offered a free pass – perhaps a “I’m confident in the strength of our argument,” lifetime pass – for plaintiff’s trouble. Plaintiff’s counhe said. sel argued that revoking the pass was intentional, Killington claims that the verdict was excessive, without justification, and an additional ‘insult,’” that the evidence didn’t support it, and that Price Keyes continued. herself was negligent. Larson said there was nothing to support this The incident in question occurred on Oct. 1, argument. 2011, when Price, an active outdoor athlete, had just “The court gave the jury detailed instructions on finished hiking the mountain. At around 3 p.m., she what grounds they could award damages under pain decided to take a gondola back down. She did not and suffering,” Larson wrote. “Absent additional know that, due to inclement weather, the gondola evidence of prejudice or retaliatory motive, Defenwas going to be shut down. Price was trapped high dant’s speculation should not overcome the wellabove the ground, cold, unable to summon help, established presumption that the jury adhered to and wasn’t located until several hours later. the Court’s instructions and only awarded damages Since then, according to testimony, her personalbased on the criteria as instructed.” ity has changed considerably, and she suffers from As of publication, no decision has been made post-traumatic stress disorder. whether to grant a new trial.

KPAA acts on its New Year’s resolution, aims to improve communication KILLINGTON—As the new year moves into full swing, the Killington Pico Area Association (KPAA) has resolved to increase communication with the public to promote stronger community participation and involvement and to keep its message universal, accurate and upbeat. In keeping with its resolution,

KPAA reported as follows. This year’s Vermont Holiday Festival was a massive success. The Killington Grand Resort Hotel ballroom was jam-packed with 85 beautifully decorated trees sponsored by local businesses. Children painted ornaments with Santa’s elves and had the chance to meet the “big guy” himself.

Free sleigh rides left every 15 minutes and Jack Frost’s Marketplace was bustling. Musical performances by Killington Pre-K, Killington Elementary, Barstow Elementary and Rutland Youth Theatre filled the ballroom Friday night, and Moose Crossing, members of Sonic Malfunktion and Oak Totem

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Traffic stop lands 1,400 bags of heroin MOUNT TABOR—State police arrested Scott Racine, 42, of Middlebury, and Jonathan Gallagher, 36, of Rutland, after finding 1,400 bags of heroin in their car during a traffic stop on Route 7 in Mount Tabor. Police reported they pulled the car over for speeding around 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19. Both men were arrested for trafficking and importation of heroin and were lodged at the Marble Valley Correctional Facility. The two were scheduled to appear in court on Friday, Jan. 20.

Alert witnesses foil ski pass pickpocket KILLINGTON—On Thursday, Jan. 19, at about midnight, state troopers from the Rutland Barracks responded to the Wobbly Barn on Killington Road for a reported theft of a ski-lift pass. Witnesses identified a male who they said sneaked a ski pass from the back pocket of a female. It was determined that Morgan T. Clark of North Kings-

town, R.I., lifted the pass from the back pocket of Sophia Racciatti without permission. Clark was taken to the Rutland Barracks, where he was processed and fingerprinted. He was issued a citation to appear at Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division on Friday, Jan. 20, to answer to the charge of larceny.

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GMC woos Colby-Sawyer grads POULTNEY—Green Mountain College will waive the application fee for Colby-Sawyer graduates with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher who apply to GMC graduate programs. Applicants must submit the necessary admissions materials. Although the arrangement is good for all Colby-Sawyer graduates, Green Mountain officials say candidates best fitted for the arrangement are those with majors in environmental studies, environmental science, and community-based sustainability.

CU recognizes Commuter Student of the Semester CASTLETON—Castleton University named political science major Vanessa Robertson its Commuter Student of the Semester at the school’s Jan. 17 convocation. She has also served as the youngest elected member of Rutland City’s Board of Aldermen.

CU acquires new tool for handling problem students CASTLETON—The university’s public safety department has a new tool to apply in situations where students are argumentative and/or abusive, whether from substance abuse or other reasons. Staff has been certified in Verbal Influence and Defense (VID), a method for officers to assess a situation, develop a plan for controlling it,

and prevent escalation. Residence Life staff have also taken an abbreviated version of the course. Having recently finished instructor certification in VID, Castleton Director of Public Safety Keith Molinari hopes to take the program to Johnson State, Lyndon State, and Vermont Tech to improve their campus safety offices as well.

Fair Haven school notes FAIR HAVEN—Fair Haven Grade School is among the region’s schools taking part in raising trout eggs in their classrooms. Two hundred eggs arrived at the school recently, delivered with water temperature at 45 degrees, which will come up gradually. Students will follow the fishes’ growth until they are released. Congratulations to FHUHS student Ella Patterson for winning first place in the ten-school art show at Castleton University.

Poultney Library gets a new lease on life POULTNEY—After months of construction and finishing, the Poultney Public Library plans a grand reopening, Jan. 29. Library trustees and supporters have been working toward this day since 1996. In addition to an official ribbon cutting, State Librarian Martha Reid, former Town Manager Jonas Rosenthal, Library Board of Trustees Chair Bruce Williams, and Library Director Rebecca

Cook will make brief remarks. The addition nearly doubles the library’s square footage, from 1,656 to 3,050 square feet. The $381,000 construction project is yielding far more than space alone. It includes insulation and repairs in 1971-laid cinder block walls, boiler and radiator replacement, window replacement, additional electrical outlets and breakers, and a new roof.

It also provides structural support for the sinking floor in the original 1910 portion of the building. The expansion permits separate areas for quiet reading and computer use, a room for programs without limiting access to shelved materials, a new “Young Adult” area for teens to do homework, socialize, and read, and more room in general for people of all ages to spread out, or gather as they wish.

GMC launches all-expenses-paid degree award POULTNEY—Green Mountain College, the nation’s top-ranked college for sustainability-based education, wants to empower high school seniors to make a better world. The college is announcing a new First in Sustainability Scholarship for one student who is passionate about ensuring social, economic and/or environmental sustainability. The winning student will receive free tuition, room, board and fees for all four years at Green Mountain College—a total value of $200,000. Recognized over other colleges for its leadership in sustainability, Green Mountain College provides a personal, practical and purposeful education that prepares graduates to “do well by doing good.” The college offers 22 academic majors and 32 additional minors and certificates, all built on its core sustainability-focused general education curriculum. Students also gain extensive practical experience, from working at a community farm to building a solar

garage that charges an electrical tractor (a student project), which gives them a leg up in the “green jobs” market. Ninety-seven percent of graduates are employed

THE WINNING STUDENT WILL RECEIVE FREE TUITION, ROOM, BOARD AND FEES FOR ALL FOUR YEARS... A TOTAL VALUE OF $200,000. or in graduate school and 95 percent of graduates are satisfied or very satisfied in their work. “More than 20 years ago, Green Mountain College became the first college in the nation to dedicate its curriculum to sustainability. Now, the imperative to take meaningful action is stronger than ever. We hope this scholarship will help catalyze today’s stu-

dents to ensure a more sustainable world for generations to come,” said GMC President Robert Allen. Any high school senior applying for admission to Green Mountain College’s class of 2021 is eligible for this scholarship award. Applicants are required to submit an additional essay, describing what change they would like to make for a better and more sustainable world. The essay (up to 800 words) should address these two topics: 1) This is what you would change. 2) This is how an education at Green Mountain College will prepare you to make the change. First in Sustainability Scholarship applications must be submitted online and received by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2017. The winner will be announced April 15, 2017. The online application form can be found at greenmtn.edu/sustainabilityscholarship. For additional information about the scholarship, email Karen Martinsen Fleming at flemingk@ greenmtn.edu.

Being a patient opened my eyes to another aspect of what it means to work here. “Before I was employed at Rutland Regional, I was sledding with the kids and had an accident. I cracked a rib directly over a mass in my lung I didn’t know existed. It turned out to be cancer. I had outstanding care from everyone – the doctors, the nurses, the nurse’s assistants, the people delivering the food, the housekeepers; everyone was helpful and caring. It let me see the whole hospital atmosphere from the patient side. You know I’m a maintenance guy, I’m here to fix a lightbulb or reset some air conditioners or a heater. But I know I can do more than that. Sometimes getting someone a glass of water or a blanket when they are cold...it’s just the little differences that make a big impression overall at the end of the day.”

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continued from page 1 assimilate into their new home.” The department works with more than 180 communities around the country, including Rutland. Many other states have also received refugees fleeing the civil war in Syria, which has led to hundreds of thousands of casualties and displaced people over the past six years. According to the admissions processing website, so far this year Connecticut has taken in 25 Syrian refugees; Massachusetts, 11; and Florida, 71. As of Jan. 2, Canada had resettled nearly 40,000 Syrian refugees, according to a government website. Refugee resettlement produced some controversy in Rutland. Nearly nine months ago Louras announced that Rutland was being considered as a resettlement site for Syrian refugees, setting off an acrimonious debate within the community over how the decision was made and whether the city would be prepared. In September the State Department selected Rutland as a resettlement site, and the public debate largely came

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Rutland Welcomes signs hang in area businesses. Notte said he also learned of the arrivals in the media Thursday morning but that he didn’t think the board needed to be apprised of every arrival. He said board members who want to be involved in the welcoming process are free to do so outside of the confines of City Hall. “We’re talking about one family that’s been through hell,” Notte said. “I don’t wish to put a bull’s-eye around the first family that gets here and make a terribly large deal about their arrival.” Castleton University has been part of the preparations, sponsoring a class for local educators and social service providers helping them prepare to work with refugees. University President

“WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT REFUGEES IN GENERAL IS THEY HAVE A DRIVE TO SUCCEED IN A NEW CULTURE AND UNDERSTAND THAT THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO INTEGRATE INTO A NEW CULTURE IS TO WORK ON THE LANGUAGE,” SAID BLAKE. to an end. However, the Board of Aldermen has continued to seek information from the State Department about how the number of refugees resettled in any given community is determined. In addition, the issue of refugee resettlement is still playing in local politics, with the mayor and several members of the Board of Aldermen up for re-election in March. Board member Dave Allaire, who announced a run for mayor in late December, said he’s willing to do his part to help refugees assimilate into the community. “I’m all in that part of it,” he said. However, he said he was concerned that he’d learned of the first arrivals through a Facebook post Thursday morning. “I’ve had absolutely no heads up as a member of the legislative body of the city,” he said. “No information coming from USCRI or (the Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program) or anyone about something that’s, I think, a big event in the city. So that’s very unfortunate.” Board President William

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Dave Wolk said he was ready to welcome the first families to the community and hoped to have them over to dinner before the end of the month. Wolk said the university had also sponsored an exhibit of Syrian artwork and film screenings on the civil war. “It fits in with who we are and who we aspire to be,” Wolk said. According to Blake, it’s always a relief when the first families arrive safely in the country. “I think we have obviously always had faith that this was a good location for refugees to start their new lives, so we’re happy to see all of this planning and preparation by volunteers come to fruition,” she said “What we know about refugees in general is they have a drive to succeed in a new culture and understand that the most effective way to integrate into a new culture is to work on the language.” For more information on how to get involved helping refugees in Rutland, visit rutlandwelcomes.org.

Amazon.com will start collecting sales tax from customers in Vermont, a decision that political and business leaders say they have been working for years to achieve. The online retail giant said it would start collecting the taxes Feb. 1 — five months before a new Vermont law would have required the company to start notifying customers every year that they should be paying sales tax. Erin Sigrist, the president of the Vermont Retail and Grocers Association, called Amazon.com’s announcement “a welcome message for us.” “We represent a significant portion of small businesses across the state, and many online retailers that don’t charge (customers) sales tax are basically reaping an unfair advantage over Vermont-based businesses,” Sigrist said. Despite selling to customers in Vermont for several years, Amazon.com has not been collecting the state’s 6 percent sales tax, according to Rep. Janet Ancel, D-Calais, the chair of the tax-writing House Ways and Means Committee. Small businesses routinely collect sales tax from Vermont customers because they have bricks-and-mortar operations here, Ancel said, but Amazon.com has not been forced to comply because it does not have a physical presence in the state. The Legislature passed language in its 2016 tax legislation requiring “noncollectors” such as Amazon.com to

send annual letters to customers notifying them how much they need to pay the state in sales taxes. That law goes into effect for noncollectors July 1. “The challenge with the state has been what to do as more and more people buy stuff online,” Ancel said. “How do they keep the sales tax revenue growing at the usual slow rate that it grows? How do they keep it from eroding?” The Department of Taxes does not disclose how much individual businesses pay in taxes. But economists for the state project that, under the new notification law, sales tax collection will increase from $370.7 million in fiscal year 2016 to $382.1 million in 2017 and $396.6 million in 2018. Senate President Pro Tem Tim Ashe, D/P-Chittenden, said he and a colleague introduced a bill six years ago seeking to make online retailers such as Amazon.com collect sales tax from customers and send it to the state. “It was a basic matter of fairness for us,” Ashe said in a statement. “In the six years since, large online retailers have been unwilling to play on the same level field with local brick-and-mortar stores, contributing to the closure of some of them.” He said Amazon.com’s announcement “at last allows Vermont retailers to compete on fairer terms with the online retail giant. I hope many more online retailers will join Amazon in the coming months.”

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Farm to Ballet Project to host dancer interest session and auditions for 2017 summer season BURLINGTON—Chatch Pregger, director of Vermont’s Farm to Ballet Project, announced that a dancer interest session and audition will be hosted to cast dancers of all levels for the third summer season of Vermont’s Farm to Ballet. Stipends are available to performers cast as soloists and principal dancers. There will be eight performances around the state with shows starting in July and ending mid-August. “We are looking for a diverse cast of dancers from adults that are just beginning to explore ballet classes to more experienced dancers, or former dancers with previous training,” Pregger said. Farm to Ballet was created to make dance accessible and enjoyable to a wide audience. “We dance on grass, so no pointe shoes are necessary,” explained Pregger. “It isn’t about how high you can jump, or how many turns you can whip out. This production is about community and the community of dancers we assemble is devoted to the art of dance and exploring his or her unique technique.” Performances serve as fundraisers to honor and support the efforts of local farmers and support organizations. In 2016, the project raised over $23,000. The unique Vermont-based project celebrates farming while at the same time expanding the appreciation and understanding of classical ballet.

The feature length ballet production is staged on farms throughout the state using the natural landscape as a stunning backdrop to tell the story of a Vermont farm from spring to fall. Rehearsals for those performing in the corps de ballet and as demi soloists will take place three Saturdays per month and every Tuesday night starting in February. There will also be one week of intensive training and rehearsal in June. Rehearsals for soloists and principals will start in June with the weeklong intensive and then continue on Saturdays and Tuesdays with additional rehearsals as needed. Aspiring adult ballet dancers who have always dreamed of performing in a full length ballet, but don’t have professional ballet experience, as well as adults with professional training or experience, are encouraged to audition. Pregger teaches ballet to adults, and many of the Farm to Ballet performers have started ballet in the past few years. Auditions for adult ballet dancers of all levels will be hosted at Spotlight Vermont in South Burlington on Feb. 5 at 11:30 a.m. with a dancer interest session on Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. Carpooling to the audition is available in both Montpelier and Rutland. For more info or to register for the audition, visit farmtoballet.org.

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First Congregational Church invites public to free dinner and a movie Sunday, Jan. 29 at 5 p.m.—FAIR HAVEN— First Congregational Church of Fair Haven is sponsoring a film series starting Sunday, Jan. 29. “One” will be shown in a series of sessions running Sundays, Jan. 29-March 6. In 1973, Birmingham, Ala., was torn by racism and hate. God worked through the Woodlawn High School’s football team to unite the city and ignite a spiritual awakening. This revival was nothing short of miraculous. Could it happen again? “One” features powerful scenes and exclusive footage from the movie “Woodlawn” to discover the

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Billings Farm & Museum screens documentary “Welcome to Leith” Saturday, Jan. 28 at 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— Billings Farm & Museum continues with its seventh annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series, featuring the award-winning documentary “Welcome to Leith” on Saturday, Jan. 28, 3 and 5 p.m. The

programs are open to the public and accessible to people with disabilities. Reservations are strongly recommended. “Welcome to Leith” is the story of the attempted takeover of a small town in

North Dakota by notorious white supremacist Craig Cobb. As his behavior becomes more threatening, tensions soar, and the residents desperately look for ways to expel their unwanted neighbor. With incredible access to both longtime residents of Leith and white supremacists, the film examines a small community in the Plains struggling for sovereignty against an extremist vision. The film earned the following awards at Sundance Film Festival:

a Grand Jury Prize nomination; plus an additional seven wins and six nominations. Tickets prices are $5$11. For more information, visit billingsfarm. org/filmfest or call 802457-2355. Billings Farm & Museum is located one-half mile north of the Woodstock village green on Vermont Route 12. It is owned and operated by The Woodstock Foundation, Inc., a charitable non-profit institution.

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Audubon presents bird-friendly maple program Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 7 p.m.—RUTLAND— The Audubon Vermont and Rutland County Audubon societies are sponsoring a presentation on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. in the Fox Room at the Rutland Free Library, 10 Court Street, Rutland. This informative and entertaining presentation will explore Audubon’s efforts to integrate habitat management

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with maple sugarbush management. The presentation will appeal to those that love the taste of maple, make maple syrup, or enjoy bird watching. It is free and open to the public. The Rutland Free Library is located at 10 Court Street, Rutland. For more information contact Renee Warren at the Rutland County Audubon Society by calling 802-747-4466.

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Pico hosts skiteering competition, a new challenge for snow enthusiasts Saturday, Jan. 28—KILLINGTON—This season a new challenge awaits skiers and snowboarders alike. There is a new form of competition on the hill—skiteering. Head to Pico Mountain on Saturday, Jan. 28 to compete in this true challenge for backcountry enthusiasts and resort skiers and snowboarders alike. What is skiteering and how does it work? Single competitors, ski or snowboard, are allowed to compete in one of the two classes: Alpine and Alpine/ Touring Splitboard. Each competitor will start at any given time during an hour and a half period of a soft start. Each competitor will either have, or be supplied with, a compass, a topographical map of the resort, and an official punch card. The topographical map will contain a number of control symbols. The controls will be placed on a rock, tree, or man-made feature on the mountain. At the bottom of each control will be a separate punch. The competitor who comes across the finish line with a completed punch card in the least amount of time will be the winner in their class. Any failure to obtain all of the punches will result in disqualification. Any

competitor who fails to finish by the hard finish time will be also be disqualified. Divisions Alpine/Touring Splitboard (A/T): This is going to be the most difficult division and likely the most competitive. This will be for the competitor that is looking to reach new limits in any and all competition. This will be a very challenging race for even the best backcountry enthusiasts to complete in the time allotted— more controls, more hiking, more enjoyment for the serious competitor athlete. Alpine: Although very challenging and tough, this division will be geared towards the lift-access skier. Competitors will navigate through the same course as the A/T division, but with fewer controls. Some hiking will be required, but much less than in the A/T division. Grom: This will be a more toned-down version of the Alpine course, designed for kids 14 and under, to be accompanied by an adult. This will be a great way to get kids involved in the fun and the future of skiteering. Register at picomountain.com. For more information, contact Tucker@skiteering.com.

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Courtesy of Brandon Music

ZEPHYR

Zephyr brings Americana roots to Brandon Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m.— BRANDON—Coming to Brandon Music on Saturday, Jan. 28 is Zephyr, an Addison County based quartet whose music has been mined in the general vein of roots Americana—a harmonyrich, lyric-oriented, primarily acoustic style of music bringing together influences of folk, bluegrass, blues, gospel, country and the singer-songwriter tradition. They play a mix of unique originals interspersed with occasional covers by songwriters such as Buddy and Julie Miller, Gillian Welch, Mark Heard, Bruce Cockburn, and T Bone Burnett. The band features Susan Nop on keyboard, accordion, and lead vocals; Matthew Dickerson on guitar, bass, harmonica, mandolin, and vocals; Kathleen Smith on vocals and

percussion; and Dutton Smith on violin, bass, percussion, and vocals. The quartet knows how to tell a good story; they carry a strong narrative strain in their songs, reminiscent of songwriters like Pierce Pettis and Gillian Welch, and they focus on tight and interesting harmonies, and more than anything, a refreshing vulnerability, honesty, and passion. After a recent Zephyr performance, Chris MacIntosh of 88.1FM in New York said he was left with a feeling that “I just bathed in a cool mountain-fed spring … refreshing and exhilarating at the same time.” Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Concert tickets are $20. Venue is BYOB. Call 802-247-4295 or email info@brandonmusic.net for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road, Brandon.

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February 3rd: Willamette Valley Wine Dinner

Join us in February for our monthly wine dinner, featuring wines from Oregon’s Willamette Valley. $80 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Please call for reservations.

Thursdays: Red Clover Jazz Trio Live

Stop by from 6:00-9:00p.m. for $5 beer and 50% off select bottles of CHEF, NEW FINE DINING MENU wine, plus live jazz by the Red Clover Trio: Glendon Ingalls, Steve MacLauchlan, & Chuck Miller!

Mondays: $35 3-Course Chef ’s Tasting

Enjoy a 3-course chef ’s tasting on any Monday evening for just $35and don’t forget to try adding on a wine pairing.

Restaurant open Thursday-Monday, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Please call 802-775-2290 for reservations. Just off Route 4 between Mendon & Killington, Vermont www.redcloverinn.com | 802-775-2290 | innkeepers@redcloverinn.com

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SNOWSHOE TOURS AT KILLINGTON 1- 4 hour tours offered all levels welcome, all equipment provided

IF YOU CAN WALK, YOU CAN SNOWSHOE! Operating tours out of the Killington Clubhouse located on East Mountain Road next to the Tubing Park

For tour descriptions and to book a tour online: www.killington.com/snowshoe | Killington Central Reservations: 800.621.6867

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FOOD

NACHO PARTY TIME!

Nacho essentials now on sale!

The Back Country Café

The Back Country Café is a hot spot for delicious breakfast foods. Choose from farm fresh eggs, multiple kinds of pancakes and waffles, omelet’s or daily specials to make your breakfast one of a kind. Check our Facebook for hours and daily specials. (802) 422-4411

Bentleys

Located a few miles east in the beautiful village of Woodstock, Bentleys Restaurant has been a favorite of locals and travelers alike for over 40 years. Lunch and dinner daily. Tasty fare, live music, cocktails & craft brews — something for everyone! Central and Elm | Woodstock, VT | (802) 457-3232 www.bentleysrestaurant.com

Birch Ridge

Serving locals and visitors alike since 1998, dinner at the Birch Ridge Inn is a delicious way to complete your day in Killington. Featuring Vermont inspired New American cuisine in the inns dining room and Great Room Lounge, you will also find a nicely stocked bar, hand crafted cocktails, fine wines, seafood and vegetarian options, and wonderful house made desserts. www.birchridge.com. (802) 422-4293.

Bridge’s Country Store

A quintessential Vermont country store, stop by for home-baked specialties and hand-carved sandwiches. Get your day started right with our famous Breakfast Sandwiches and some Green Mountain Coffee and other Vermont products. Call for deli specialties! (802) 772-7337

Fuzzy’s Diner & Cafe

Now open under new ownership and management, Fuzzy’s Diner & Cafe offers fresh baked goods daily, breakfast, brunch and dinner. Also featuring a full service bar with local and craft microbrews. Farm-to-table daily specials. 2841 Killington Road, Killington. (802) 422-3177.

Choices Restaurant and Rotisserie

Chef-owned, Choices Restaurant and Rotisserie was named 2012 ski magazines favorite restaurant. Choices may be the name of the restaurant but it is also what you get. Soup of the day, shrimp cockatil, steak, hamburgers, pan seared chicken, a variety of salads and pastas, scallops, sole, lamb and more await you. An extensive wine list and in house made desserts are also available. Now serving Brunch on Sundays. www.choicesrestaurantkillington.com (802) 422-4030

Clear River Tavern

Great burgers, pizza, steak, salads and other tavern fare are waiting for you at this hidden gem tucked behind the Clear River Inn in Pittsfield, right on scenic Route 100. Friendly bartenders and servers will greet you when you come in to enjoy a meal, our rotating draft beer list and full bar. We’re accessible from the VAST snowmobile trails all winter. When you’re here, you’re in The Clear! (802) 746-8999.

Black Bear Pub at Cortina Inn

Cortina Inn

Black Bear Pub’s family friendly atmosphere invites warm conversation and great shows. Our pub style menu also features local craft brews, bottled beers and a great selection of wines. Join is for Burger and Beers Friday Nights and All You Can Eat Pasta on Saturdays! (802) 772-7118

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Marble Bar & Restaurant (At Highline Lodge)

Irish Pub

Chef Gregory Bergeron joins us at the Highline Lodge this season. Having grown up in the region, Greg brings with him an intimate knowledge of local farms and purveyors, as well as a passion to cook with only the freshest ingredients that reflect the changing of the seasons. (802) 315-0034

Inn at

L ng Trail

Inn at Long Trail

Looking for something a little different? Hit up McGrath’s Irish Pub for a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, live music on the weekends and delicious food. Guinness not your favorite? They also have Vermont’s largest Irish Whiskey selection. Rosemary’s Restaurant is now open, serving dinner. Reservations are appreciated. http://innatlongtrail.com/Home.html (802) 775-7181

Jones’ Donuts Classic Italian Cuisine Old World Tradition

fresh. simple. delicious! 1/2 price appetizers & flaTbreads DAILY from 4-5 p.m. OPEN DAILY AT 4 P.M.

INTRODUCING SUNDAY DINNERS

Offering donuts and a bakery, with a community reputation as being the best! Closed Monday and Tuesday. 23 West Street, Rutland. See what’s on special at Facebook.com/JonesDonuts/ Call (802) 773-7810.

The Foundry at Summit Pond

Enjoy an intimate dining menu or tavern specials at Killington’s only waterside dining that also has live entertainment every Friday and Saturday. Appetizers include crab cakes, buffalo drumsticks and a cheese plate while the entrees include chicken Marsala, meat loaf, steamed lobster and more. The tavern menu features nachos, fried fish sandwich, teriyaki steak sandwich and others. www.foundrykillington.com (802) 422-5335

JAX Food & Games

At Killington’s hometown bar, you’re bound to have a good time with good food. Starters, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and salads are all available. With live entertainment seven days a week, they’re always serving food until last call. www.supportinglocalmusic.com (802) 422-5334

Pickle Barrel

Being Killington’s largest and most exciting venue, you’re bound to have a good time in here. Party the night away and feed yourself on delicious food such as chicken wings, onion rings, French fries or even a bowl of bacon. If that doesn’t interest you, you’re able to make your own pizza, by the slice or the whole pie. www.picklebarrelnightclub.com (802) 422-3035

Killington Market

Take breakfast, lunch or dinner on the go at Killington Market, Killington’s on-mountain grocery store for the last 30 years. Choose from breakfast sandwiches, hand carved dinners, daily fresh hot panini, roast chicken, salads and specialty sandwiches. Vermont products, maple syrup, fresh meat and produce along with wine and beer are also for sale. www.killingtonmarket.com (802) 422-7736 or (802) 422-7594 .

Lookout Tavern

With a free shuttle, take away and call ahead seating, Lookout Tavern is a solid choice. Nachos, quesadillas, sweet potato fries, salads, soups, sandwiches and dinner options are always a good selection. www.lookoutvt.com (802) 422-5665

Vermont Inspired New-American Cuisine served from 6:00 PM Tuesday thru Saturday

Choose any Entree from sunday dinner menu plus soup or salad and includes 2 meatballs per person

Reservations Welcomed

4-6 p.m. only $20 each adult; $10 each child

pasta | veal | Chicken seafood | steak | flatbreads

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MATTERS Liquid Art

Forget about the polar vortex for a little while at Liquid Art where they service Vermont artisan coffee, tea, espresso and lattes. If you’re looking for something a little stronger, they also offer signature cocktails. Light bites are offered for breakfast, lunch or happy hour if you get hungry. http://liquidartvt.com/menu/ (802) 422-2787

Moguls

Voted the best ribs and burger in Killington, Moguls is a great place for the whole family. Soups, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, chicken fingers, buckets of chicken wings, salads, subs and pasta are just some of the food that’s on the menu. Free shuttle and take away and delivery options are available. (802) 422-4777

Mountain Top Inn

With The Highlands Dining Room & Mountain Top Tavern, breakfast, lunch or dinner are all options whether staying overnight or visiting for the day. A mix of locally inspired and International cuisine from seasonal salads, local artisan cheeseboards and chicken & biscuits to filet mignon, the menu is sure to tempt your taste buds. Choose from 12 Vermont craft beers on tap. Warm up by the terrace fire pit after dinner. Wednesday nights, Burger & Brew. www.mountaintopinn.com 802.483.2311

Outback Pizza & More &

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Look for the bears! Outback Pizza has new ownership, and is completely renovated with a firehouse bar and zebra room. Still enjoy the wood fired brick oven pizza, plus soups, burgers, pasta, salads, wings, chili, and more, plus a kids menu. Daily specials, 16 microbrews available; with a free shuttle van. 2841 Killington Road, Killington. (802) 422-9885.

Pasta Pot

Chef owned, the Pasta Pot has 40 years of authentic Italian cuisine under its belt. Whether you’re in the mood for ante pasta, pasta, pizza or homemade entrees, you’ll be satisfied. All menu entrees and pasta are available in half orders and don’t forget to ask about seasonal dishes. (802) 422-3004

Peppinos

Chef-owned since 1992, Peppino’s offers Neapolitan cuisine at its finest: pasta, veal, chicken, seafood, steak, and flatbreads. If you want it, Peppino’s has it! Aprés-hour daily features half price appetizers and flatbreads. For reservations, call (802) 422-3293. www.peppinosvt.com.

Red Clover Inn

Farm to Table Vermont Food and Drinks. Thursday night Live Jazz. Monday night Chef Specials. Open Thursday to Monday, 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. 7 Woodward Road, Mendon, VT. (802) 775-2290, redcloverinn.com

Sam’s Steakhouse

Southern Vermont’s choice for Signature Dry-Aged Steaks! Open 7 Days a Week this family friendly casual-fine dining restaurant offers Prime Rib, a Famous Salad Bar and a diverse menu offering something for everyone. www. sams-steakhouse.com (802) 228-2087

Seward’s Dairy

If you’re looking for something truly unique and Vermont, check out Seward Dairy Bar. Serving classic homemade food including hamburgers, steaks, chicken, sandwiches and seafood. Craving something a little sweeter? Check out their own homemade 39 flavors of ice cream. Vermont products also sold. (802) 773-2738

Stony Brook Tavern

Stony Brook Tavern is a Vermont eatery on the banks of the White River in beautiful Stockbridge Vermont. Formerly known as the “Peavine Restaurant”, the property retains it’s beautiful rustic environment inside and out. Many things have stayed the same and many things have changed. The outcome is a wonderful local restaurant we wish to welcome you to. (802) 234-9922.

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Sugar and Spice

Stop on by to Sugar and Spice for a home style breakfast or lunch served up right. Try six different kinds of pancakes and/or waffles or order up some eggs and home fries. For lunch they offer a Filmore salad, grilled roast beef, burgers and sandwiches. Take away and deck dining available. www.vtsugarandspice.com (802) 773-7832

O’Dwyers Public House

O’Dwyers Public House at the Summit Lodge welcomes you to enjoy traditional Irish fare including Guinness Stew, Seafood Pie and Bangers and Mash, in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Irish and local brews are on tap, and we have live music every weekend! (802) 422-3535.

Sunup Bakery

Sushi Yoshi

506 Bistro

The 506 Bistro serves a simple, seasonal menu featuring Vermont highlights. Set in the open bar and lounge, the atmosphere is casual and warm. You are likely to be served a Yankee Pot roast, a great organic burger from a nearby farm or a fresh strawberry shortcake with Vermont berries. Local, simple, home cooked is what we are all about. (802) 457-5000

506 506 Bistro and Bar

Serving a seasonal menu featuring VT highlights 802.475.5000 | ontheriverwoodstock.com Located in On The River Inn, Woodstock VT A short scenic drive from Killington

Monday: Clay Canfield & Pat Navarre Tuesday: Mexican Night Wednesday: Pool League Thursday: Open Mic Jam Join Us for Great Tavern Food Daily Open at Noon on Weekends, 3 p.m. Weekdays

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S U N DAY F O OT B A L L SPECIALS $1 PBR $2.25 Twisted Tea 1/2 Price Wings Open Thurs-Sun at 4 p.m. 3657 RT. 107 Stockbridge, VT (formerly the Peavine Restaurant) 802.234.9922 | stonybrooktavern.com

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“The locally favored spot for consistently good, unpretentious fare.” -N.Y. Times, 2008

• A Farm to Table Restaurant • Handcut Steaks, Filets & Fish • All Baking Done on Premises

• Over 20 wines by the glass • Great Bar Dining • Freshly made pasta

Dinner: Open nightly All entrées include two sides and soup or salad 5-9 p.m. Sun-Wed, 5-10p.m. Thurs, & 5-11 p.m. Fri-Sat Sunday Brunch 11a.m. - 2:30p.m.

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Sushi Yoshi is Killington’s true culinary adventure. With Hibachi, Sushi, Chinese and Japanese, we have something for every age and palate. Private Tatame rooms and large party seating available. We boast a full bar with 20 craft beers on draft. Lunch and dinner available seven days a week. We are chef-owned and operated. Delivery or take away option available. www.vermontsushi.com (802) 422-4241

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Killington’s favorite bakery and sandwich shop offers a variety of breakfast sandwiches served on fresh English muffins, bagels croissant and even gluten free bread is available. A variety of sandwiches are freshly made with all organic products. If coffee is something you’re craving, they have an espresso bar. www.sunupbakery.com (802) 422-3865

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“You are about to have the best food you’ve eaten, no ifs, ands, or buts.” -The Rutland Herald

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Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 6 p.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;RUTLANDâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Chaffee Art Center is hosting Arts Night Out with Heart on Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 6-9 p.m. Follow along with art instructor Ann McFarren to complete a painting. Bring a friend and a bottle of wine while tapping into creativityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all while supporting a good causeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Huntingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Disease Society of America. All materials are provided: paint, canvas, brushes, smocks and instruction. Cost is $35 per person or $30 for Chaffee members. $10 of each tuition paid will go to the Huntingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fund. Advance registration is required at chaffeeartcenter.org or 802-775-0356.

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Monthly group invites public to bird watch and get exercise at West Rutland marsh walk Saturday, Jan. 28 at 8 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;WEST RUTLANDâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Join the Rutland County Audubon Society for its monthly bird monitoring walk to the West Rutland marsh on Saturday, Jan. 28. To date 151 species, from least bittern to northern shrike, have been recorded at this important bird area (IBA). Join for the 3.7 mile loop around the marsh (dirt and paved roads) or go halfway. New birders, children and non-members are wel-

come. Dress for the weather. A few pair of binoculars are available to those that may not have their own. Meet and learn from some friendly bird experts and learn why birding is such fun (and important to wildlife conservation science). Meet at the West Rutland Price Chopper parking lot at 8 a.m. Brunch at Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ follows for those wishing to join. For more info, contact birding@rutlandcountyaudubon.org.

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PLYMOUTHâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;InstructorÂ Dan LaubachÂ is a recent graduate of Cairn Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music education program with a concentration in voice. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taught both men and women, ages 10-50. He recently moved to the area and is excited to help expand the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love and passion for music. He specializes in working with beginners and intermediate musicians who are interested in singing more in the classical or musical theatre genre. Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sing? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry! He couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t either until he took voice lessons. Voice lessons are $20 for a 30 minute lesson or $35 for a 45 minute lesson. These typically are done once a week, or every other week. Times and dates will be set up on an individual basis as available. Interested? Email dan. laubach711@gmail.com or call 802-332-3324. Plymouth Community Center is located at 35 School Drive, Plymouth.

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Devil’s Bowl to host awards ceremony Order tickets by Jan. 27 RUTLAND—Devil’s Bowl Speedway will bring the 2016 stock car racing season to its official close in style with a two-night gala on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 3-4. The annual Banquet of Champions will be presented at the Holiday Inn Rutland-Killington on Route 7, Rutland. The Banquet of Champions has been split into two dates for the first time in order to accommodate a recent string of sold-out crowds. As many as 400 total guests — including drivers, car owners, team members, sponsors, officials, and fans — are expected to attend. In all, more than 90 drivers from six states are scheduled to walk across the stage during the festivities. On Feb. 3, drivers from the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series will be honored for their efforts at Devil’s Bowl Speedway’s 3/10-mile dirt track. Bobby Hackel will collect his first championship in the Central Vermont Motorcycles Sportsman Modified division, with Bill Duprey earning the Rosen & Berger Renegade title and Mike Ryan taking the Portland Glass Mini Stock crown. In addition, Chris Donnelly will take the first Sprint Car title awarded in Devil’s Bowl Speedway’s 50-year history. On Feb. 4, competitors at the 1/2-mile asphalt track will

be recognized. Jason Durgan will be crowned as a firsttime Bond Auto Parts Sportsman Modified champion, with Josh Masterson taking his second Central Vermont Motorcycles Late Model title. Jim McKiernan will be named the Rosen & Berger Renegade king, and rookie Eric Messier will take Portland Glass Mini Stock honors. Cory Gray will also be honored as the Enduro Series title winner. In addition to the divisional champions, trophies will be given to the top drivers and Rookie of the Year winners in every class. A series of special annual awards will also highlight each evening, including peer-voted Sportsmanship awards and Most Improved Driver awards. Bonus prizes will be presented on behalf of Bond Auto Parts, Five Star Race Car Bodies, Shiley Fabrication, Crazy Horse Racing, the University of Northwestern Ohio, and NASCAR. Tickets for the Banquet of Champions are now available. Single-event pricing remains at $45 for adults and $25 for kids age 13 and under. Discount two-night tickets are $75 for adults and $45 for kids age 13 and under. To order, email devilsbowlspeedway@gmail.com by Jan. 27. Drivers must purchase a ticket and be present to receive awards.

JONES DONUTS “Jones Donuts and Bakery is a must stop if you reside or simply come to visit Rutland. They have been an institution in the community and are simply the best.” OPEN WED. - SUN. 5 TO CLOSED MON. + TUES.

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Courtesy of Chandler Center for the Arts

Local actors took part in Vermont Pride Theater in past years, which continues with a staged reading this Saturday.

Vermont Pride Theater presents “Perfect Arrangement” Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Join Vermont Pride Theater at Chandler Music Hall for the northeastern premiere of Topher Payne’s prize-winning new play “Perfect Arrangement,” in a benefit staged reading, on Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will go to the civil rights work of LGBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders. “Perfect Arrangement” is set in the 1950s, when popular TV sitcoms diverted attention from Senator Joseph McCathy’s Red Scare purges of civil society and the U.S. government. State Department employees Bob and Norma, who helped with the purges, are now asked to weed out degenerates and deviants, including the promiscuous and homosexuals. But they are homosexuals themselves. Until now they have been living with their partners in adjoining apartments, successfully masquerading as two straight couples. A concealed closet between the apartments helps

them maintain appearances in the first act but begins to divide them in the second, as the Pink Scare threatens to disrupt their perfect arrangement. The play ends by planting an early seed for the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The play will be directed by Jeanne Beckwith. “This play tells a compelling story about the not-long-ago past that is still relevant today. Whenever individual freedom is at risk, human beings must take action even when it isn’t comfortable, even when it isn’t safe,” said Beckwith. A talkback after the reading will give audience and performers a chance to ask questions and share their comments, followed by a reception plus meet and greet. Tickets are available by calling 802-728-6464 or at chandler-arts.org. Adult tickets are $17 in advance, $20 at the door; students are $12 advance, $15 at the door. Chandler Center is located at 71-73 Main Street, Randolph.

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Traditional Irish Fare • Irish & Local Brews on Tap Live music every Fri, Sat, & Sun. Sunday Funday Happy Hour All Day Open Daily at 4:00 - Dinner Served Fri/Sat 5-10 Sun-Thurs 5-9 200 Summit Road, Killington 802.422.3535 • www.summitlodgevt.com

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Ski Shop Showcase Plymouth Notch Ski Club a best-kept secret for family skiing By Karen D. Lorentz

When it comes to mountains, Vermont has them all—world class, family fun, and some gems people know little about. Plymouth Notch, located in Plymouth on Route 100 between the giants Killington and Okemo, is one of the latter. It’s an old-fashioned mountain (formerly known as Round Top Mountain) that has been revived because it offers some truly sweet skiing and riding. There are 28 trails, a 1,300-foot vertical, and a nice variety of terrain on 110 skiable acres plus another 300 acres for backcountry skiing. The Plymouth Notch property encompasses 850 acres with two mountains, Bear Mountain and Salt Ash included. There’s something else, too—uncrowded slopes on holidays and weekends with snow conditions that don’t get “skied off” and no line for the double chairlift. That’s due to a private-membership-club concept that limits the number of people on the hill. While that might seem elitist to some, it was a concept born out of necessity—competing with mega resorts wasn’t deemed feasible so the idea of creating a private “niche area” for members was seen as the solu-

tion in the late 1990s. David Panagrossi and several partners purchased the area in October 2010. Panagrossi is the majority owner and club operator. “We loved the area and didn’t want to see it close. We see value in a ski club for those who work long hours every week and who might be looking for an alternative experience,” Panagrossi said, noting the comfortable feeling in the Lodge, uncrowded trails, and quality snow. Currently, to help expand awareness of the mountain and club, a special offer has been extended to non-members to “come ski for the day.” This invite to the public is by reservation only and includes lift ticket and lunch in the Lodge (adults $105; kids age 10-18, $75; and kids under 10 ski free with lunch $15). “The offer was successful during Christmas week when 10 new families were added,” Panagrossi said. While originally conceived for January only, he told the Mountain Times that he was extending the offer for the rest of the 2017 season. Progress and plans David Panagrossi was born and raised in New Haven, Conn. He learned to ski in 1971 with his family when he was 4 years old. A graduate of Southern Connecticut State University, he spent 25 years in finance before becoming the operator of the Plymouth Notch Club. He first skied the mountain with his 3-year-old twin girls in 2003 when it was Bear Creek. Having continued to ski there, he became aware of the prior owner’s difficulties and, thinking the vision to create a winter ski club for families could work with more access to water for snowmaking (2009-10 was a particularly tough year for weather and snow) and creative marketing, Panagrossi and his partners purchased the area. They began work on plans to reopen and to build a snowmaking pond only to have Tropical Storm Irene, Hurricane Sandy, and lots of rain in 2013 delay the construction. “The pond site is located at the 1500foot (above sea level) elevation so construction days were limited by state rules and the site had to be closed

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Fresh tracks lie ahead under the lift at Plymouth Notch. when it rained,” Panagrossi explained. Completion of the seven million-gallon snowmaking pond and construction of a pumphouse enabled the Plymouth Notch Club to open Dec. 26, 2014, with skiing through March 2015. Additional snowmaking guns were purchased for more coverage, and several new runs were cut in 2015. The 2015-16 season with its lack of snow proved challenging with only 25 days of skiing. This winter the area opened on Dec. 26 and a 50-day season is expected. (Plymouth Notch operates on weekends and holidays only.)

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continued from page 24 Panagrossi works on the mountain, doing myriad jobs from bartender to snowmaker. He also has six full- and part-time employees. Asked about any housing plans, he said that although Act 250 permits are in place for condos, town permits would need

nities. In addition to relaxing or dining at the Lodge, which Panagrossi describes as a “home away from home,” and skiing or riding, members can snowshoe on the mountain and can also access the Catamount Trail and backcountry

with the initiation fee waived. “If someone continues to be a member next year, a one-time $12,500 joining fee would apply in addition to the annual membership dues,” Panagrossi said. The mountain can also be rented midweek for corporate events with one

THERE ARE 28 TRAILS, A 1,300-FOOT VERTICAL ... ON 110 SKIABLE ACRES PLUS ANOTHER 300 ACRES FOR BACKCOUNTRY SKIING. THE PLYMOUTH NOTCH PROPERTY ENCOMPASSES 850 ACRES. updating and he doesn’t have a timetable for any construction. Townhomes would likely be built in the vicinity of the Lodge, he said, ruling out any spec construction but the possibility of building residences if demand were to materialize. The Plymouth Notch membership market spans from the Hanover to Ludlow to Killington region and includes people who already have second homes, he added, noting that from their perspective joining a ski club is more appealing than a ski resort as they wouldn’t use other ame-

skiing as well as snowmobile through the Calvin Coolidge State Forest. Membership and midweek visits Panagrossi hopes to attract up to 250 members (families) and thinks the regional market could fulfill that goal. If reached and the members were agreeable, membership could rise “to 350 families tops,” he said. Any expansion of facilities would be done in accordance with needs and member input, he added. Currently, there is a promotional membership rate of $6,000 for one-year membership

recently held Jan. 20 and a charitable Upper Valley Haven event scheduled for Feb. 12. The Dartmouth College Alumni Association has a membership that allows alumni and their families to ski at the mountain three times a year as guests. The membership also allows alumni to request private events midweek during the winter months or anytime during the remainder of the year. For those needing lodgings, a package is available at On the River Inn, which is located approximately eight miles away in Woodstock.

History: challenges and progress Round Top was opened by Paul Goldman in 1964 during the height of the ski boom. Located in a natural snow belt, the mountain is tall and round and afforded trails for all ability levels. Following the 1970s’ no snow, no gas, poor economy years, Goldman filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 1974, and his son David purchased the area in 1976. He and his wife Karen operated Round Top with two chairlifts and a TBar and had an old-fashioned big barn-type base lodge. Run by a family for families, Round Top offered an alternative to the bigger areas that charged more for a lift ticket. There was support for ski racing and both race and freestyle camps were held during vacation weeks. Many youngsters trained there, and the area was well liked by its loyal fans, some of whom bought or built homes along the Wedel Village trail at the northern side of the ski area. But like so many areas, Round Top struggled again with the difficult 1980 no-snow season. Despite adding snowmaking and offering a number of programs, the owners ran into financial difficulties and filed for bankruptcy in 1981. After another tough year, the mountain closed in 1982. Round Top lay dormant until a local former ski racer and industry ski rep with experience in mountain operations decided there was potential for an area with a special niche. That’s how John Neal became vice president/general manager of Bear Creek Mountain Club. He interested David Yurkerwich in the mountain, and seeing the potential, Yurkerwich joined forces with him, forming Plymouth Properties, L.L.C. in 1997. With Yurkerwich as owner and president and investing the necessary capital, planning proceeded. Since Round Top was nothing but weeds, they installed a double chair, revitalized the trails, put in snowmaking on two trails, and replaced the dilapidated base lodge with a new clubhouse. The area opened for skiing on a test basis in 1999 and for weekends and holidays in 1999-2000. For the 2001 season, they went to Thursday through Sunday operations and in 2003 installed a handle tow on Cub Run for first-timers and kids. Plans were to expand the mountain in conjunction with demand for the area and the sale of homes. The owners envisioned another four lifts, a 130-acre trail network with 100 percent snowmaking, and a village with condos. The 2009-10 season was another tough one that saw the area close (as did Ascutney Mountain Resort and the four-season Hawk Resort in Plymouth) before new owners came forward to revive it once again.

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SNOWBALL-5-year-old neutered male. Maltese. Get ready for cuteness overload! As you can see, I’m an adorable fella and I’m a joy to be around. I love being with my favorite people and getting lots of love and attention.

BLONDIE -1-year-old neutered male. Chihuahua mix. I’m an adorable, playful fella and I love toys and playing fetch! I love to snuggle under the blankets and follow my favorite people around. I warm up slowly but definitely want to be someone’s sweetheart.

BOB CAT -8-year-old neutered male. Domestic Short Hair Black. Hi, I’m Bob Cat. I am a shy, loving guy. As you probably guessed from my name, I don’t have a tail; just a little bob. I am looking for a quiet home, please stop to visit me.

DAISY MAE- 3-year-old spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Brown tabby. I’m a very clean girl and know how to use my litter box, but I’m not too keen on sharing my box with another cat. I can be a little nervous, at first, in new surroundings.

CHIP -1-year-old neutered male. Retriever/Labrador mix. It’s a new year and if you’re looking for a project I may be your guy! I’ve been adopted and returned a few times. An experienced dog owner who will continue to work with me will be important.

BELLA- 5-year-old spayed female. Labrador Retriever. I’m a loving, playful, gentle and well behaved lady! Wow, I sound terrific if I do say so myself. I’m a quick learner and know I could learn more commands and maybe even some tricks.

LEE LEE -4-year-old neutered male. Domestic Short Hair. Brown tabby and white. Things have really looked up for me since I have been here. Although I am enjoying myself, I would really like to get my life started. I don’t do well with other cats so I need to be the only cat.

E M E RY- 1 . 5 - y e a r - o l d spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Grey and brown tabby. I arrived in September because my owners were moving and they were unable to take me with them! I am very hopeful I will find my forever home soon!

MANDY -5-year-old spayed female. Terrier mix. OK, I’ll admit it, my favorite thing is getting belly rubs. As soon as we meet I’ll roll over so you can scratch my belly and I’ll be as happy as can be. I’m so sweet and I’m easy to have around.

ROXANNE-5-year-old spayed female. Pit Bull mix.I’m a silly, playful gal who will make you smile when you meet me. I do love plush squeaky toys and will carry them around happily. I have a beautiful brindle markings that set me apart.

JOSEY -7-year-old spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Brown Tabby. I roll around happily when people come and cuddle with me. I’d love to find another loving home. Looking forward to meeting you soon!

CLAIRENCE- Adult neutered male. American Fuzzylop Rabbit. Brown. I arrived at the shelter in November with my friend, Peanut. Our owners decided they could not care for us any longer. As you can see I have the cutest ears!

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Aquarius, the “visionary” archetype By Cal Garrison, a.k.a. Mother of the Skye

This week’s Horoscopes are coming out under the light of a Sagittarius Moon, in the aftermath of our entrance into the Sign of the Water Bearer. Here in the States, emotions are running high. Since my two-cents won’t do much to stem that tide, I have decided to focus on the shift from Capricorn to Aquarius. The week ahead is pregnant

with potential. Those of you who are interested in the way things move when the heart of the world opens up, may want to read something that I wrote for “The Old Girls’ Book of Dreams” back in 2002. I’ve copied an excerpt below. I hope that you are ready for whatever’s next and that you can find some sustenance in this week’s ‘scopes.

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verything comes full circle. Think back to where you were about six years ago and see if what you’re going through right now bears any resemblance to it. Some of you are buckling under the yoke of responsibility. Work may be a huge factor in the way things are affecting both you, and your relationships. Imagining the worst and convincing yourself that it’s all true is another possible pitfall. If you could stop long enough to get a grip and can free your mind up to detach from all of this, the sense of pressure will be replaced with a sense of clarity that isn’t there now.

ou are living with what you wanted all along. If you’re not in heaven you’re feeling like you’re almost there. The sense that you’re fooling yourself goes up and down. At times you are totally clear that this is where you belong. At other times you’re antsy and something about the situation doesn’t feel right enough to make you want to stay in it. There’s a fine line between seeing the truth and over-idealizing it. Depending on where you’re at with yourself the need to be realistic will be shadow-boxing with your illusions until you come to terms with what’s left of the past.

t doesn’t matter how this gets done. Don’t put too many stipulations on the cure. You have too much to contend with and more on the way, so take one thing at a time or hire it out to someone else. Lots of things can work if you’re smart enough to realize that none of it will fly with so much of the past dragging it down. While it’s for sure that you’ve done your best to handle things, you don’t have enough closure to say you’re free of the “stuff” that keeps popping up to show you where you’re at. Healthy doses of honesty and truth will do a lot to heal this situation.

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July 21 - August 20

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ou finally got over yourself enough to see beyond the limits that were there before. It’s blowing your mind to realize that life isn’t about having all your ducks in a row. These new parameters have opened up so many options. Before you chalk it all up to Luck, you need to stop and realize that something in you had to change in order to draw all of this goodness to you. As life opens up, and you learn more about what gives you joy, give yourself all the time in the world to connect with the voice that speaks to you from within; let it be the master of all of your choices.

eing the one to hold the bag in a sticky situation isn’t the worst thing that ever happened. You’ve got your hands full but things are not out of control. No matter what kind of game you’re playing, waiting to know what the score is, has had you tied up in knots for a while. As the fog lifts on a scenario that has been totally unconventional, you’re about to find out that you can turn things around in a heartbeat. If this rocks the boat, so be it. In situations like this even if the truth turns out to be more than you can handle, you’ll feel 10x better once it’s out in the open.

ou have a million reasons to want to detach from this but none of them will make it go away. After years of avoiding that upon which you blame everything, all of a sudden it’s right there in front of you every time you turn around. No one blames you for needing to ignore it but your life depends on seeing what you don’t want to see. If at this point it’s too much to get into, look for ways to chip away at your own stuff and trust that others are just as eager to get to the bottom of theirs. Underneath whatever stands between you, them and the truth there is nothing but love.

ou’ve transitioned into something that is approaching its first real test. If there’s a word for what you’re feeling it might be “overwhelmed” - because you’ve never been in this neck of the woods and what you’re going through didn’t come with a map. Don’t get anxious about your apparent inability to handle just about anything. You know better than to think that this experience is too much for you. The voice in your head that keeps putting you down will continue to hammer you into the ground until you tell it to shut up and give yourself plenty of room to succeed at this.

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August 21 - September 20

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February 21 - March 20

rdinarily you’re cool enough to know that life takes care of itself, but lately you’re feeling the need to stay on top of every blessed thing. You’d have more to say about this situation if you could figure out how to stop needing to control it. If that sounds contradictory, think about it for five seconds. Everything that’s gone awry has come about because you couldn’t keep your fingers out of the machinery. The need to make sure you’ll get the recognition you deserve, combined with the idea that your security is at stake, lie at the root of your desire to over-manage things.

he freedom to create is about to follow weeks of work related stress. Within a few months whatever you’ve been doing will reach a turning point. You are more than ready for whatever this involves. Before you can unhitch yourself from the yoke of responsibility you’re going to be called upon to keep putting out at work and in the realm of personal relationships. In the latter case the lesson has to do with knowing enough to let those close to you make their own choices and respecting them enough to know that they too, are following the dictates of their higher self.

ou can’t see how much you’ve been through. As yet it hasn’t hit you how much the changes of the last few years have forced you to adjust. Looking at what you haven’t come to terms with, the rest of the story will depend entirely on your willingness to give yourself a break. If the need to over-achieve gets the best of you, hire someone to remind you that if anything it’s time for you to slow down. It’s OK to expand into things that bring you peace, but you’d be nuts to jump into any big projects or expect your Spirit to generate more than a minimal amount of output.

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he best way to handle what’s going on right now is by knowing enough to give people all the space in the world. It would also be good for you to stop taking their choices personally. Major decisions, along with issues that relate to what you really want to be doing with your life, need to take precedence over much of your personal stuff. It won’t be this way forever. For now, your soul is dealing with a stretch of ground that doesn’t include a handbook. The fact that you can’t see what’s next is no big deal. It’s all part of the lesson Stay clear, stay open, and keep going.

Mother of the Skye has 40 years of experience as an astrologer and tarot consultant. She may be reached by email to cal.garrison@gmail.com

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Is “Manchester by the Sea” the best movie about New England? A couple weeks after the presidential election, I compiled and published here a top-50 movie list

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in which I selected my favorite film for each U.S. state, based on narrative setting rather than filming location: a sort of cinematic travel guide for our large, fractured nation. New England yielded “The Fighter” (Massachusetts), “Far from Heaven” (Connecticut), “Reversal of Fortune” (Rhode Island), “The Devil and Daniel Webster” (New Hampshire), “Wet Hot American Summer” (Maine), and “Super Troopers” (Vermont). I wondered whether one or two readers might be offended—to whatever degree it’s possible to be offended by so trivial a subject—by my unabashedly lowbrow choice for Vermont’s rep-

unlike the state-specific races, would also include generically New England films like “On Golden Pond” and “Moonrise Kingdom,” whose fictional settings transcend state lines—is primarily the contest for Massachusetts’ best movie. In November, for me, that was David O. Russell’s ferocious, funny boxer-biopic “The Fighter,” but now that I’ve seen the current award-season contender “Manchester by the Sea” (now playing), my allegiance has shifted. Although I was born in Cambridge, Mass., and have lived, at least briefly, in three New England states, I’m not a real New England native and am certainly not the amateur film critic best suited to determine the quintessential New England film, so perhaps someone with stronger bona fides can confirm my suspicion that the title must now belong to “Manchester by the Sea,” Kenneth Lonergan’s low-key epic of family ties, memory, and perseverance, with Casey Affleck as

“MANCHESTER BY THE SEA” ... IS MORE COMFORTABLY ARTSY THAN ITS MASSACHUSETTS BRETHREN AND LACKS THE USUAL TOUGH-GUY POSTURING. resentation, but of course that was part of the fun of choosing it. Each state demanded some thoughtful consideration among a host of worthy contenders—for Connecticut, I might just as well have gone with the immortal comic fantasy “Beetlejuice” or the underappreciated sci-fi drama “Another Earth,” and for Vermont, I pondered former Northeast Kingdom resident David Mamet’s “State and Main” as well as the deeply local mockumentary “Man with a Plan”—but, commensurate to its population advantage (at 6.8 million, nearly double the next largest state in the region), Massachusetts offered by far the most options, both good and bad. For me, the great ones included the elegant political thriller “The Ghost Writer” and last year’s understated Best Picture winner “Spotlight,” but most movie fans would also mention “Mystic River,” “Good Will Hunting,” “The Departed,” and undoubtedly “Jaws.” Arguably, in this sense, the contest for New England’s best movie—which,

an emotionally ruptured handyman returning from Quincy, Mass., to the haunted terrain of his North Shore hometown for the sake of his orphaned nephew. Lonergan, who, though raised in New York City, previously handled smalltown life with grace and compassion in “You Can Count on Me,” has here created a drama of novelistic depth, in which the characters are so fully human and complicated, and their interactions so nuanced, that even many of the best films of recent years seem, by comparison, thin and underdeveloped in their writing. “Manchester by the Sea” is a powerfully sad experience, but it’s not a tragedy: in a quietly radical way, it’s specifically a story about what comes after tragedy, about life continuing to be lived, about how some things can ruin you forever and then you still have to keep on going somehow, day after day. In this mundane process the movie finds its humor, pathos, and suspense. The emotional territory inhabited by “Manchester by the Sea” is universal, but

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Women hold up half the sky “You may shoot me with your words, you may cut me with your eyes, you may kill me with your

Mountain on Meditation By Marguerite te Jill Dye

hatefulness, but still, like air, I’ll rise,” said Maya Angelou, an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. The day after the inauguration, women’s marches took place in 673 American cities and towns in what turned out to be the biggest protest in U.S. history and in 66 countries worldwide. The Women’s March in Montpelier drew over 10,000 demonstrators and was named “a great communal hug” by Madeleine Kunin. Simultaneously, about 3,000 Vermont women participated in the Women’s March in Washington, D.C. As my husband and I marched with 10,000 people over Sarasota’s Ringling Bridge, we carried two signs stating: “Women’s rights are human rights and human rights are women’s rights” which I heard Hillary Clinton first proclaim at the 1995 U.N. Conference on Women in Beijing, and Chairman Mao’s quote,

“Women hold up half the sky.” Other signs carried other important messages, such as: “If you are not outraged you are not paying attention.” “Respect my existence or expect my resistance.” “Woman’s place is in the resistance.” “I support equal rights, equal pay, quality public education, affordable health care, diversity, and dreams.” “Silence is consent.” “Science is real.” “Healthcare is a right, not a privilege.” “Men of quality do not fear equality.” When I asked Claire Zitzow, a Millennial artist, director/curator of Sediment Gallery and adjuct professor of fine art, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, why she marched in

bodies and our families. It includes the acknowledgement of the responsibility I have as a white woman with privilege to stand up for people of color, LGBT and transgender people, and immigrants when we see injustice and discrimination.” Zitzow continued: “The women’s march was the most peaceful march I have ever been a part of and we showed the world that feminism is about inclusivity and seeks to change the political dialog from one of having power over others with an ‘I, me, mine’ mentality to one of the compassionate ‘we, us, ours’ approach that recognizes the intrinsic right for all people to live without fear. I marched

MY 4-YEAR-OLD SON HENRY... MADE A SIGN THAT SAYS, ‘DON’T TAKE AWAY MY HEALTH INSURANCE!’ BUT HE WOULDN’T PUT PANTS ON, SO HE DIDN’T MARCH IN THE PARADE. HE’S SMART, BUT HE’S STILL 4.” Washington, D.C., she responded: “I attended the march because women’s rights are human rights. I attended to also be one body and soul among many who want to show the world and our leaders that we will continue to stand for equality and justice for all people. This includes the right to make healthy decisions for our

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of a historical moment because I knew the energy would motivate me to do more, to work harder with others to achieve these goals, and it has.” Another Millennial artist friend, Kate Austin-Avon, grew up in Killington and lives in Glens Falls. “When Bernie Sanders lost the primary, his message was that it’s our turn now. We need to get involved if we want our government to represent us. My sister Erika Austin said back then that I should get involved in politics. It got me thinking that American government needs a voice that isn’t there now or isn’t strong enough. If we want our politicians to truly do what we want, we need to become them.” Austin-Avon is planning an Arts Trail, organizing tourism/marketing discussions, and is part of the Glens Falls Downtown Revitalization Initiative and Collaborative as owner of Advokate, a marketing/design firm. “I feel like I have some good ideas about how to bring people together and make things better. I’m not sure yet what I’m going to run for or even whether I’m going to run, but I’m interested in learning more about what would be a good fit for me, so I’m having more conversations,” she said. “The march in Glens Meditation, page 30

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Mink in the middle

By Meghan McCarthy McPhaul

If the river otter is the most aquatic member of the mustelid family and weasels represent

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the terrestrial branch of the clan, the American mink is the adept middle child, taking advantage of its adaptations both in the water and on land to make a living. Like both otters and weasels, mink have long, sleek bodies, the sharp teeth of a predator, and small —but keen— ears and eyes. Their fur — long a fashion staple — is a combination of oily guard hairs, which afford some waterrepellency, and an undercoat that grows thick in winter to provide warmth. It’s a common makeup in winter-active mammals—and a bit like us humans wearing a waterproof shell over layers of insulating polypro or wool. With partially-webbed feet, mink are good swimmers, although not as skillful as otters. Unlike their more aquatic cousins who can see underwater and stay submerged for long periods, mink tend to locate food from outside the water before diving in to catch it, mainly by feel, and resurfacing relatively quickly. Mink are also good land hunters, using their size and stealth to catch prey. At an average weight of two to three pounds

and measuring about 22 inches long — including a tail that makes up about a third of that length — mink keep a low profile and are able to slip into narrow openings to pursue prey. With a range that extends across North America, mink diets vary depending on where they live, although they always live near the water — whether it’s along a stream, near a pond or marsh, or by the coast. “Mink are successful because they are generalists,” said Paul Hapeman, a biology professor at Central Connecticut State University. “That’s the beauty of the mink: it can take advantage of both the food resources and denning options wherever it is.” On the salt flats of Florida, where Hapeman has studied the animals, mink live in the intertidal zone and estuaries, more marine environment than terrestrial. Their diet there consists primarily of crustaceans, with a few fish and small shorebirds thrown into the mix. In the prairie pothole region of the northern Great Plains, conversely, where mink live in shallow wetlands, their diet consists largely of waterfowl. In the Northeast, mink change their dining habits with the seasons. Because they can hunt both in the water and on land, their options remain relatively open through the year. “Mink are opportunistic,” said Dave Erler, senior naturalist at Squam Lakes Natural

Science Center in Holderness, N.H. “They’ll grab a red squirrel, crayfish, they can still catch mice in winter, and they will take birds.” Muskrats are a preferred food source, especially those that occupy the fringes of prime muskrat habitat, along the edges of wetlands where mink tend to travel. This segment of the population is often weaker, less established, and less protected, which makes them more vulnerable to predators. “Mink can surprise a muskrat either in its den or when it’s feeding near the water,” said Erler, noting that while large otters can’t access small openings to muskrat dens, mink can slip inside with relative ease. As opportunistic in their denning sites as they are in sourcing their meals, mink sometimes take over the dens of muskrats, although they’ll hole up in a variety of denning options ranging from abandoned burrows and beaver lodges to tree root systems and rock piles. They also tend to be transitory within their territories. Male mink maintain larger territories than females and will travel two to three miles, usually along stream beds and wetlands, to hunt and seek mates. Territories

sometimes overlap, and a male mink will often have more than one potential mate within his range. Females also travel, and both sexes use multiple denning sites, which may also be used — at different times — by other mink. The exception to this wandering is when female mink stay put to raise their young. Typically arriving in litters of about four, the babies are born in May, blind and bald. By six weeks of age, young mink are ready to accompany mom on foraging and hunting expedi-

tions. They’re on their own by summer’s end, seeking out whatever the season and the habitat have to offer. Meghan McCarthy McPhaul is an author and freelance writer. She lives in Franconia, N.H. The illustration for this column was drawn by Adelaide Tyrol. The Outside Story is assigned and edited by Northern Woodlands magazine: northernwoodlands.org, and sponsored by the Wellborn Ecology Fund of New Hampshire Charitable Foundation: wellborn@nhcf.org.

Storm-lit skinning uphill in the dark “Communally Acquired Pneumonia.” While this sounds like the way a deity might punish hippies, what this really means is that it is a case of Altitude pneumonia Altit was not Sick Sickness that acquired in By br brady a hospital crain (aptly named “Hospital Acquired Pneumonia”). Ask me how I know. Remember that cold that settled down in my lungs for a long winter’s nap? Well it did, and it has been there off and on since my vertigo event after the Spartan Race. After every single one of my co-workers told me ,“You look like cold sh*t. Go see a doctor.” I did, and the doctor, though unsure of the exact nature of the infection, assumed that since it was lingering for months it would be bacterial, and gave me a horse dose of antibiotics. Of course, I asked for a jug of xycontin or at least a handle of powdered Dilaudid, but he felt I should stay on the wagon, so I acquiesced. The past few weeks have been rather like turning the heat up on a frog in water—you can boil it without it noticing (though I want to see the results of the double-blind test on this one) but, apparently, that is what happened to me. I’ve kept repeating the mantra “I’ll get better” until suddenly I was so out of breath that stairs were a challenge and my lungs

itched all the time. This is an unpleasant circumstance. The lung situation didn’t prevent me from skinning up Ramshead three times in the last eight days though. I simply found that if I moved slowly enough, it didn’t matter what I was doing, there was simply a constant level of displeasure. I could do anything, but I must do it slowly. I did find some nice little powder shots up there in the dark! Two of the three times I did it, there was storm light. This is a great deal like moonlight, but it is streetlights bouncing off the low snow clouds. I have always loved that…I can always predict snow by the quality of the light coming off the clouds at night. In any case, I don’t recommend this, but I went all the way up, and all the way back down without using my lamp. It was so well lit that I could even see when I was about to hit twig branches with my face while I was skiing the trail edge powder. It was really neat, and whenever a snow cat came around, I turned it on so they would be able to see me. I could see well enough to avoid terrain traps, and the scenery was beautiful. If you haven’t ever done any uphill at Killington or Pico, I highly recommend picking up your uphill pass (last I knew it was free if you have a season pass, and $20 for a season of uphill if you don’t) and going for a snowshoe or a skin. The designated routes are well marked. It’s worth every penny! By Brady Crain

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Inauguration: continued from page 5 Her voice was hoarse Thursday night, but she didn’t care. “I’m tired,” Johnston said. “But excited.” Trump won Vermont’s Republican primary last March, but lost the Green Mountain State in the general election to Democrat Hillary Clinton, 58 to 30 percent. With Trump in the White House, the Vermont supporters were hopeful Trump would tackle issues of concern back home, from the heroin epidemic to the lack of high paying jobs in rural areas. Speaking hours ahead of the inauguration, the diners agreed that Trump’s first priority, however, should be healing the country’s deep political wounds. “There’s a big divide here, everyone is in a little cube,” said Anne Galante, a New Haven resident. “You know, it’s I’m black, I’m female,

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Vermont Trump supporters are optimistic I’m Muslim, I’m tranny, I’m this, I’m that. Yo dudes, we’re all American, so let’s pull the boat together.” Milton Eaton, an 85-year-old Brattleboro resident who drove to D.C. on Wednesday, also said he hoped for

“THERE’S A BIG DIVIDE HERE, EVERYONE IS IN A LITTLE CUBE ... YO DUDES, WE’RE ALL AMERICAN, SO LET’S PULL THE BOAT TOGETHER” SAID ANNE GALANTE, A NEW HAVEN RESIDENT. a new era of bipartisan cooperation. He felt while Trump was looking to bridge the political divide, Democratic senators were acting unnecessarily divisive. As food and wine arrived, so did Democratic U.S. Rep. Peter Welch, Vermont’s sole representative in the House. Welch has been in the

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it’s also a continuation of a localized mode of filmmaking sparked by the Affleck-Damon partnership that took flight with “Good Will Hunting” (1997), whose Oscar-winning screenplay, transported to film with more artistry than it deserved by Gus Van Sant, kicked off a Hollywood fascination with the rough, blue-collar men of Greater Boston (and, to a lesser degree, with the bedraggled women who love them). Massachusetts, the land of Harvard and the Kennedys, became the cinematic epicenter for a kind of gritty authenticity: a somberly presented, dignified, Northeastern version of “white trash” that existed not so far beyond the cultural parameters of New York City as to repel the empathy of our nation’s film critics and tastemakers. These movies—extending from “The Boondock Saints” through “Mystic River,” “The Departed,” “Gone Baby Gone,” “The Town,” “The Fighter,” “Shutter Island,” “Killing Them Softly,” “Black Mass,” and now “Patriots Day”— strove, by and large, for seriousness and sensitivity, but were often limited by

Democratic minority for years, and is used to working across the aisle. In his re-election bid last year, he ran virtually unopposed, even snagging the Republican nomination too. Welch’s office obtained inauguration

tickets for the Vermont Republicans at the long table, and his visit to the steak house Thursday night was another bipartisan effort. “I’m excited you are here. I’m excited you support our democracy,” Welch said. “Trump lost big in Vermont, but a lot of good Vermonters voted for Trump,” he

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said. While dozens of House Democrats refused to attend Trump’s inauguration, the entire Vermont delegation RSVP’d “yes.” Welch spoke of areas where he could cooperate with Trump, and where he vigorously disagreed with the Republican president. A junior member of the House Oversight Oversight Committee, Welch has challenged his Republican chairman, Jason Chaffetz, to investigate Trump’s financial ties across the globe. “We had an oversight committee that was very aggressive towards President Obama, and candidate Clinton,” Welch said. “Will they have that same energy when it comes to legitimate questions of interest to the American people when it comes to President-elect Trump?”

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continued from page 28 their dogged masculinity: the Boston trend found its comfort zone in the crime novels of Dennis Lehane, whose evocatively grim settings nevertheless produced thriller-genre plots of violence and (some) action. “Manchester by the Sea,” which was produced and partly conceived by Matt Damon, is more comfortably artsy than its Massachusetts brethren and lacks the usual tough-guy posturing. Its pace is slower, allowing it to receive its coastal New England landscape meditatively— the delicate, picturesque beauty and the harsh wintry gloom of the region are equally registered in the film’s painterly tones, but the movie contains no drummed-up threat of blue-collar decline heading toward despair and brutality. Lonergan instead finds a considerable form of civilization in the film’s landscape of comfortable homes and well-meaning people. In short, this is a version of Massachusetts—and of New England—that is not designed particularly to frighten people, whatever may happen in the events of the story.

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We have destroyed this planet. Kids are smart – smarter than we are! You’re never too young to do good. He made a sign that says, ‘Don’t take away my health insurance!’ But he wouldn’t put pants on, so he didn’t march in the parade. He’s smart, but he’s still 4.” I was heartened to find caring Millennials and other generations younger than most of our leaders who are stepping forward to take positive action for change. I most eagerly look forward to the results. As Jimi Hendrix famously quipped: “When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace.” Marguerite Jill Dye is an author and artist who is grateful to live in the Green Mountains of Vermont and on Florida’s Gulf Coast with her husband, Duane. She recently created a magical paper cut world to illustrate “Where is Sam?” Sandra Gartner’s hide and seek story celebrates the loving bond between a grandmother and her grandson.

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Being an employer was no excuse RUTLAND—Rutland optometrist Leif Erickson received a 15-to-42-month jail sentence for drunk driving Tuesday, Jan. 17. The severity of the sentence hinged on his conviction

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THE CURRENT CHARGE WAS ERICKSON’S FOURTH DUI. for DUI-4, driving without a license and several charges for violating his release conditions. Erickson’s enrolling in an alcohol abuse rehab program in August and expressing concern about his elderly and disabled patients as well as for his employees who would be severely inconvenienced by his absence from his 44 Washington St. practice

employer. The current charge was Erickson’s fourth DUI. A Rutland police officer saw Erickson driving erratically as he left a downtown bar. At the time he was waiting for sentencing on a third DUI count. In the intervening days, Erickson missed a required police check-in. He also confessed that he had imbibed at least one drink after the DUI-4 arrest.

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Too bad I’m not one of those women who People’s lives were much more intimately twined ever wanted to know what “Victoria’s Secret” was. The with nature in the old days, and mid-winter must have “Hearts and Flowers” that are supposed to light your been the pits. Supplies were low, food was scarce, and fire on Valentine’s Day never got me going. It’s just as none of them knew how harsh the remainder of the well. The men in my life have either been cheap and season would be. But every year on or near the second practical or cross-addicted, macho cavemen: if we of February the ewes started lactating. They still do by celebrated on the 14th of February it was by turning up the way and have every year since the dawn of time. the heat, one way or another. This was the sign that something was “quickening” Maybe it’s a godsend that my personal life has inside Mother Earth and that her womb was preparing been such a disaster. Instead of whining about it, I got to bring forth new life. into my studies and my Imbolc means “in the spiritual work. Astrology belly.” Saint Brigid is an DREAMS ARE THE MATRIX THAT and the Wiccan ways have ancient fertility goddess. REALITY IS WOVEN UPON. turned Aquarius into my She was brought up by a favorite month. I see it in a wizard and became quite completely different light now that I’m old and gray. a magician herself. Her specialty was the ability to Nature teaches me everything I need to know and multiply food and drink. Candlemas is about light and I’ve spent many winters watching Mother Earth and all the rituals performed on February second involve Father Sky do their winter dance. Look around. The lighting candles to pierce the winter darkness. The world is covered with ice, the air is filled with crystals, various traditions associated with this cross quarter and everything is locked in a state of suspended anima- could fill a book. 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Killington seasonal rentals: Woods 2 BR 2 Bath unit $12500 / East Mountain Road 3 BR 2BA House avail for the season or YEAR ROUND / also, Quintessential classic cabin in Perfect condition ON Burr POND,3BR on VAST trail, 4 miles from Sugar and Spice, $7000 plus utilities winter season. / Pico one and two BR for season or year round! Call Louise Harrison 802-747-8444 or go to www. LouiseHarrison.com. CHITTENDEN RETREAT available by the week or weekend. 6 bdrm, 3.5 baths, HOT TUB, screened porch on six acres. Close to Chittenden reservoir for swimming, hiking, and kayaking (kayaks provided). Scenic Mountain Top Inn nearby via water entry or short drive. LouiseHarrison. com, 802-775-9999.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate and rentals advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, family status, national origin, sexual orientation, or persons receiving public assistance, or an intention to make such preferences, limitation or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertisement which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. If you feel you’ve been discrimination against, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777.

FOR SALE DECORATOR SKIS—Wood skis 30’s-60’s; metal 60’s, fiberglass 70’s-80’s, metal cap 90’s. Grant Reynolds, Tinmouth, VT. 802-446-3457. DRY, WELL SEASONED cord wood. $250/ cord delivered. 802-770-8074.

FREE FREE REMOVAL of scrap metal & car batteries. Matty, 802-353-5617.

SERVICES SNOW SHOVELING Roofs, walkways, etc. 802-558-6172. NEED HELP with cleaning? A-1 Facility Services. Affordable and professional cleaning. 802-558-9610. ADVANCED PRO PAINTING. Interior/Exterior. Exc Quality, Best Prices. References. 802989-5803 Schedule Now! BEAUREGARD PAINTING, 25 years experience. 802436-1337. PRIOR FOR HIRE - Handyman services, carpentry and yard. Call Jeremy Prior, 802353-1806.

WANTED NOW BUYING High quality watches, precious metals, coins & paper money, stamps and historic paper, objects of art and virtue. If it’s rare, fun and beautiful I can help. Member NAWCC, ANA, APS, NEAA and Vermont’s first legally licensed precious metals dealer. Trading worldwide in the very best personal property, since 1972. Legitimate sellers ONLY and by appointment only. Royal Barnard 802-775-0085 or email rbarn64850@aol.com.

LouiseHarrison.com Real Estate

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EMPLOYMENT

School choice:

Give opportunities

continued from page 6 stuck his nose about ten inches from mine, and through a fiery red beard with a rising complexion to match said DISHWASHER and bus per- slowly and quietly in such a way as to scare the living son needed. Apply in person daylights out of me, “You better get your a-- in gear and or call Pasta Pot, 802-422start performing up to your potential in my class.” He 3004. 50/TFN may have said more, but that is all I heard or needed to CHOICES RESTAURANT (Killington) looking for expe- hear. Though I’m not sure every twelve-year-old would rienced line cook, 3-5 days a week. Send resume to claude- respond positively to this tactic, it worked on me. Espeschoices@yahoo.com, leave cially when, after I aced the next few quizzes, he sought message at 802-422-3493, or me out again in the study hall to compliment and just stop by. encourage me. I ended up with a 90+ average in Latin ON THE ROCS Lounge is hiring servers and bartenders, that year. and manager/host. Apply in I could not hide in a class of seven kids, and I found person or call 802-422-3636. a teacher who cared passionately about my success. 2384 Killington Road, KilThere were several others like him: Mr. Brody in English, lington. Mr. Levendowsky in history, Mr. Arden and Mrs. Dunn INN AT LONG TRAIL is looking for year round help. Break- in science. These people made a learning environment fast waitstaff/ housekeepers that was the right place – the best choice -- for me, and and experienced line cook I am grateful. And lucky. My family was able to exercise (scratch made kitchen). Pay this choice only because we could (with a little help from commensurate with experience. Email Resume or brief my grandmother) afford it. This is why I am and have always been such a fervent work history, to set up interview appointment to patty@ advocate for publicly funded school choice. Every kid innatlongtrail.com. should have the opportunity I had to find a place where PHAT ITALIAN All positions he or she is best suited to learn -- regardless of income. available. Deli, cashiers, and What if my parents didn’t have the resources to pay for cooks. Call 422-3636 or apply in person. 2384 Killington a different school for me? I’d have been stuck in a school Road, Killington. system for another six years where I was not happy and LIQUID ART is hiring cooks. not learning – at great expense to the taxpayer. What a Must be available early morn- waste of resources on both sides of the equation! ings, holidays and weekends. Vermont has solved this issue brilliantly in our Must have 2 years experience cooking in a restaurant en- 90-some tuitioning towns where every child, regardvironment. E-mail resume to less of income, is allowed to choose the best public or beth@liquidartvt.com or drop approved independent school that fits his or her needs off in person. with $14,000 or more following the child. This can open PART-TIME/ FULL-TIME: up a world of opportunities, especially for lower income Bartenders, waitstaff, dish- students who would otherwise have little to no chance washers, and line cooks; and door person at Moguls in of escaping an unproductive learning environment. All Killington. Apply Thursday Vermont kids should have this opportunity. through Sunday in person It’s National School Choice Week. Vermonters should or call the restaurant at 802be proud of our 150-year-old history of pioneering 422-4777. the oldest, most comprehensive and dynamic school Calling all Foodies: FT choice system in the nation. Now we should be looking DELI POSITION: 40 hours/ wk.Excellent Pay. Nights 12pm- for ways to expand its opportunities to all Vermont chil8pm. Food service experience dren. There are plenty of them out there who are smarter preferred. PT DELI: 32 +hours/ and more deserving than I for such an opportunity. Let’s wk. PT CASHIER: 24+hours/ wk. Weekends. Apply in person. make sure they get it. Rob Roper is president of the Ethan Allen Institute. He 5680 US ROUTE 4, Bridgewater Corners Country Store. lives in Stowe.

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KPAA:

Resolved to increease communication with the public

continued from page 14 took the stage on Saturday. KPAA is pleased to an“My past year working with the KPAA and Noellen first mixer,” Kitchin said, referring to Noellen Neisnounce that a total of 1,497 food items and $500 has been nothing less than great; they’re profession- ner, membership services manager. “They made it were donated to the Vermont Foodbank folnearly effortless and I look forward to continulowing the festival. ing our relationship!” “MY PAST YEAR WORKING WITH THE KPAA AND The first mixer of 2017 was held at the The KPAA membership base has expanded by NOELLEN HAS BEEN NOTHING LESS THAN Cortina Inn & Resort on Jan. 3. KPAA and 20 new members since July. The next mixer will community members experienced Cortina’s take place Feb. 7 at the Killington Art Garage, 5 -7 GREAT”, SAID KITCHIN. Black Bear Pub for the first time while Patrick p.m. All members of the community are invited. Kitchin, general manager, informed the crowd about al, willing to help us out by promoting our property Winter hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday the past, present and future of the 96-room resort. and events to guests as well as helping us host our and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

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ERA DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES Serving Killington, Pico, Pittsfield, Bridgewater, Plymouth, Mendon including Rutland and Windsor Counties

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