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Brandon breaks ground on $20 million construction project downtown By Lee J. Kahrs
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Over rivers and through woods Over the weekend, top mountain bikers competed in the Pro Mountain Bike Gravity Tour (Pro GRT) at the Killington Bike Park. Competitors battled it out Thursday, July 27 through Sunday, July 30 on the brand new Goat Skull trail at Ramshead Mountain. Page 14
BRANDON — There are two things no one thought they would ever see this summer: the sun, and the start of the Segment 6 Route 7 improvement project. But the clouds parted over the weekend and Monday dawned another bluebird day in Brandon’s Central Park, where roughly 75 local residents, state and federal officials, legislators, and town officials came together for the Segment 6 groundbreaking ceremony. Many people in attendance at the ceremony never thought they’d see the start of Segment 6 in their lifetimes. Talk of improving the road began over 20 years ago, and the event Monday, July 31, was significant enough to draw Gov. Phil Scott, Congressman Peter Welch, Vt. Secretary of Transportation Joe Flynn, and the entire Rutland County legislative delegation. Brandon Chamber Executive Director and Segment 6 Communications official Bernie Carr Brandon construction, page 4
Celebrate Winter in August, Tuesday downtown Over 500 people are expected in downtown Rutland on Tuesday, Aug. 8 for the annual Winter in August celebration, which is held in recognition of the ski industry’s contribution to the regional economy. The event will be held under the tents on Merchants Row, between West and Center streets. Page 19
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Farming teams go head-to-head in field tasks during the annual Farmer Olympics.
Farmer Olympics return for third year
POULTNEY—Teams of farmers from all over Vermont will come together Wednesday, Aug. 2 at Cerridwen Farms on the Green Mountain College campus in Poultney to compete in a wide range of events designed to challenge farmers’ field skills at the third annual Farmer Olympics, hosted by the Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT). Spectators are also welcome to come and enjoy the games. “The On-Farm Olympics are a great opportunity for farmers and farmworkers to strut their stuff, and have a little competitive fun mid-season,” said Enid Wonnacott, NOFA-VT’s executive director. “Farm work requires a diversity of skills, and they will be comically showcased at the event.” Farmers will congregate to race each other in
skill-testing events such as blind seeding and box building relay, single strand fence setting, row cover race, and the classic farmer relay. “We’ve been training for years and years,” said farmer Suzanne Long at least year’s games, “but we didn’t know what we were training for.” The registration rules dictate that teams must have four to five people to enter, and each team member must be a part of the farm crew or staff of an agricultural organization or business. Several farms may partner to create a joint team. The NOFA Vermont Farmer Olympics events will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by delicious wood-fired pizza cooked in the NOFA-VT mobile oven, the award ceremony, and other forms of celebration deemed appropriate at the time.
With a blast, KMS begins building training air bag jump
By Evan Johnson
KILLINGTON—On Tuesday afternoon, my and hardhat and instructed me to follow him. phone vibrated with a text from Killington MounLacking steel-toe work boots, my sneakers and tain School’s director of athlete development, Gar socks were soaked within minutes as we marched Trayner: “Meet me at the umbrella bar [at the] botover ground tracked from trucks and earth-moving tom of Superstar at 2:50.” machines. The stink of clay was heavy and a low I replied that I was on my way, grabbed car keys mist obscured the upper mountain. As Trayner and and camera and was out the door. Blasting operaI walked uphill, he talked into his radio, checking tions wait for no man and I couldn’t be late. on the status of the nine-member team tasked with Next to the K1 base lodge, a group of people maintaining a perimeter at their respective stations. wearing reflective vests, radios and hardhats were Pedestrians and drivers were instructed to either gathering. Down the hill move away to a safe disTHE JUMP SYSTEM WILL from the Umbrella Bar a tance or remain indoors. FEATURE TWO JUMPS ONTO A broad orange sign warned: “Alexis on five,” Trayner “Warning — Blasting said into his radio. 100-BY-80-FOOT AIR BAG THAT Area.” The radio chirped, “All CAN BE USED YEAR-ROUND. Up the hill from us on clear.” Superstar — the famed We stopped 50 yards Killington black diamond trail that has seen the uphill, where three workers from Maine Drilling likes of World Cup champ Mikaela Shiffrin — a wide and Blasting were making last-minute preparations swath of hillside on skier’s left had been mowed and between a bulldozer and a pickup truck. Trayner a pile of dirt and rock had been excavated. introduced me to Mark Billings, a blaster with 20 For the majority of that day, workers from Maine years of experience who was directing operations at Drilling and Blasting had been working to remove Killington. Billings wore rimless safety glasses and some 630 square feet of rock and earth to make high muck boots, and his hardhat sported a sticker room for the Killington Mountain School’s new from Dyno Nobel that said “I [heart] explosives.” practice jump. Designed for freestyle skiers, snowA 14-volt electronic airhorn and a metal object boarders and other aerialists, the jump system will that looked like a cross between a meat thermomefeature two jumps onto a 100-by-80-foot air bag that ter and a penlight sat on the driver’s seat of the truck. can be used year-round. A length of yellow fuse snaked out of the cab of the “[Athletes] will be hitting this jump all summer truck into the grass away from us. A small camcordlong and then in the winter we’ll have a snow jump er on a tripod pointed in the same direction. built beside it so we can take that air directly on the “We record every one of the shots,” explained a snow like they’ve been practicing,” Trayner said. worker named Cody. The group spread out to their respective assignIt was the second day of blasting at the worksite ments. Trayner handed me the remaining safety vest and the crew had already moved a fair amount of KMS bag jump, page 7
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U.S. Rep. Peter Welch visits Rutland’s new makerspace, Monday.
Welch visits Rutland
Tours makerspace, talks with young pros By Evan Johnson
Growing Rutland’s economy and making it a more accessible place for young people to work was the focus of Rep. Peter Welch’s recent visit to Rutland on Monday, July 31. After attending a groundbreaking ceremony for a $20.8 million road project in Brandon, Welch and members of his staff traveled south to Rutland, where they visited the newly opened makerspace on Quality Lane. The Mint, as the space is called, is a community workshop, business incubator and classroom. Operated by a volunteer board of directors and made possible with investWelch in Rutland, page 2
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Then Kim Peters took the mic, and along with teenage volunteers, which she commented work so hard and meant so much to the Rec Dept., announced the raffle winners. Then Vince took over to announce the winners, including a few new categories that were added this year, some last minute as proved by the hand-written cardboard certificates handed out. The one that brought the most laughs from the crowd was best bribe attempt, which may set the stage for a competition to be on next year’s panel of judges. Additionally, Peters presented Nan and Andy Solamon with a Volunteer Of The Year award on behalf of Killington Recreation. This award begins an annual tradition of awarding volunteers at the chili cook off, Peters explained.
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch tours “The Mint” makerspace, chats with RYP
continued from page 1 ment from the Rutland Economic Development Corporation, The Mint has equipment, tools and other resources available to inventors, hobbyists, business owners, artists, etc. “It’s helpful to have everything you need in one space along with people who can help and collaborate with you, instead of being isolated in your garage,” explained Pete Gile, the Mint’s executive director. Welch met with some of the space’s users, who work with wood, metal and 3D printer. “It’s been an great resource,” said Tim Vile, a Shewsbury resident and Mint user who is using a 3D printer and other Mint equipment to develop an automatic valve controller in the space to present to potential investors. “It’s
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Welch said he was impressed by what he saw: “Rutland is where it’s happening,” he said. From there, Welch headed to downtown Rutland, where over a pizza lunch he talked with members of the Rutland Young Professionals (RYP) about issues of economic growth, housing, student debt and attracting more young people to the Rutland area. RYP recently celebrated its fourth birthday and has seen its membership grow. RYP members asked about rural development and student loan debt. President Trump’s proposed budget would cut rural development programs and eliminate funding for small business programs,
Welch said. It would also cut rural housing subsidies and mortgage loan guarantees, making homeownership and revitalization more difficult. Welch said both Republicans and Democrats would fight to protect funds for rural development . “I have some-to-great confidence that we’re going to be able to maintain funding because both parties have seen the benefit in their communities.” Welch also addressed the growing burden of student debt on recent college graduates and the growing cost of living. He also heard from members at General Electric about concerns for the company’s longterm commitment to the area.
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Reading votes to join supervisory union On Tuesday, July 25, Reading voters approved a measure to join a new regional school district that nearby towns approved in March under Act 46, the state’s education reform law. Reading will now join, the Windsor Central Modified Unified District includes Woodstock, Pomfret, Bridgewater, Killington and Plymouth, all of which have voted in favor of forming the district. Reading voters cast 135 “yes” votes and 90 “no.” One ballot was spoiled. In March, Reading and Barnard each rejected the original merger plan proposed by a study committee. In May, Reading passed a reconsideration vote that reversed the March decision. This vote affirmed that consideration.
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LUDLOW—Ludlow Elementary School principal Karen Trimboli has taken over from Shannon Martin as principal of Black River Middle and High School. “I am excited to have the opportunity to provide positive leadership for the school and the children,” Trimboli said. Martin, who was on maternity leave, resigned to take over as principal at Newport Junior-Senior High in New Hampshire. “I was an interim principal while she was out,” said Trimboli. “She had many, many things going.” Trimboli has been the principal at Ludlow Elementary for about 13 years. John Davis, she said, would serve both schools as assistant principal. Davis had been dean of students at Black River. “I plan to bring stability to the schools,” Trimboli said. “It’s been a stressful year. “There is still a lot of
stress from Act 46.” Meg Powden, the superintendent of the Two Rivers Supervisory Union, said the school board made the decision to appoint Trimboli at its regular July meeting. “We are saving some money,” she said, “about $50,000 for the two school districts.” Both Trimboli and Powden said they would pursue what educators call proficiency-based learning. “Essentially,” Powden said, “that means the students will have to establish their learning in a variety of ways. Rather than pass tests or write research papers, they’ll be asked to express their learning through projects and presentations...I’m really trying to create a vertical alignment from pre-K through 12th grade,” she said. “I’d like to make it one single entity, not elementary, middle and high school. I hope that might help with Act 46.”
Paramount Theatre unveils upcoming season lineup RUTLAND—The Paramount Theatre unveiled its 20172018 season at the historic hall, Friday, July 28. “The upcoming season continues the great tradition of presenting diverse selections of events to our community,” said Eric Mallette, the Paramount Theatre’s programming director. “We take our role in the renaissance of downtown Rutland very seriously; we are proud to unveil another thrilling slate of entertainment that will undoubtedly continue that promising trend as we help fill restaurants and storefronts with patrons, many of whom are from out of town and experiencing our beautiful city for the first time.” The Paramount Theatre is currently in its 18th season of bringing live entertainment to central Vermont. Last season, the theatre welcomed over 40,000 guests through its doors. This season, 2017-2018, highlights include Scotty McCreery, David Crosby and Friends, The Vienna Boys Choir, current “America’s Got Talent” favorite Puddles Pity Party, Amos Lee, internationally acclaimed modern dance company Mummenschanz and the first national tour of “A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage!” Other acts include the national premiere of Chefs! A Sizzling Kitchen Showdown (think Magic Mike meets Iron Chef), Lukas Nelson and The Promise of the Real and Peter Funt as he presents Candid Camera: 8 Decades of Smiles. Tickets go on sale to members of the theatre on Thursday, Aug. 3 at 10 a.m. online at www.ParamountVT. org and 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 4 at the Box Office. The general public may purchase tickets online at beginning Friday, Aug.11 at 6 p.m. or at the Box Office located at 30 Center Street starting at 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 12. For more information and box office hours, visit paramountvt.org. For the full schedule see page 15.
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By Lee J. Kahrs
Thirteen golden shovels break ground for the village re-route of U.S. Route 7 in Brandon on Monday, July 31. U.S. Rep Peter Welch and Gov. Phil Scott were among the shovelers.
Brandon construction: continued from page 1 was the master of ceremonies as the crowd gathered around a mount of dirt and 13 gold shovels in the middle of Central Park. “Welcome everyone to this important moment in Brandon’s history,” Carr said. “We’ve planned and plotted, discussed and argued, toiled and tweaked and done our best as a community to develop a plan that would improve our little village and address so many of our needs. Well, the time has come that many had said wouldn’t happen in their lifetime.” Rutland County Sen. Peg Flory (R) was among those who wondered if the project would ever be built. She was the chair of the Pittsford Select Board in 1996 when talk of improving the busy roadway first came up. The Omya calcium carbonate plant in Florence was talking expansion, and Flory said the company wanted assurances that Route 7 would be improved to handle truck traffic.
Segment 6 improvement project begins “I can’t believe it’s happening,” Flory said before the ceremony. “It’s what got me into the legislature.” In 1996, Flory joined the steering committee organized to look at improving the road between Rutland and Brandon. “I would go home and complain [about the process] and my son said, ‘You have no right to complain about the problem unless you’re willing to be part of the solution.’ So, I ran for the legislature.” While there was talk of a bypass back in the mid-1950s, concerns about the effect on downtown businesses killed the idea. Over the ensuing decades, fatalities along Route 7 started to accrue, and a particularly devastating crash that killed four members of one family just south of Brandon’s downtown in the early 1990s ramped up talk of improving the road. The Segment 6 portion of the Route 7 upgrade entails re-routing Route 7 around
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work together to get it done and it will be something everyone will be proud of.” U.S. Rep. Peter Welch said he wanted to take some of the dirt from the groundbreaking back to Washington, D.C. “This was a complicated project,” he said. “This was a difficult project, but look at all the people who worked together to bring this project to this point. I am thrilled to be here and I can’t wait to bring some Brandon dirt back to Washington, D.C., to show them what cooperation and teamwork is all about.” Gov. Phil Scott, a Republican, said he agreed with Welch, except for one thing. “I will dispute that we need any more dirt in Washington,” he joked. “This is another project that will improve the lives of Vermonters. It doesn’t matter what party you’re in, we’re all part of the same team when it comes to infrastructure.” There was another face in the crowd on Monday, that of former Brandon Town Manager Brannon Godfrey. Now the town manager of Warrenton, Va., Godfrey helmed town business in Brandon from 1992-1995, just as the first designs for the Segment 6 project were being drafted. Godfrey said he and his family spend a week on Lake Dunmore each summer and enjoy seeing old friends. He just happened to be in the area this week for the Segment 6 ground breaking. “It’s good to see it finally getting started,” he said. “It got off to a good start, then for the 20 years in between, I didn’t think it would happen.” In his closing remarks after the golden shovels turned the earth, Carr thanked everyone for coming. “Our thanks go out to literally hundreds of folks,” he said. “From our small town volunteer study and planning groups to the engineers and officials who brought this project to life, every one of them played a part in this grand plan. Thank you to all our distinguished guests for joining us today and thanks to all of you too. As we’ve proven through these last four years of construction after Tropical Storm Irene, working together we will continue to bring about an even BETTER Brandon.”
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Central Park on the Carver Street and Union Street side, creating a parking area between the park and the line of businesses along the Brandon Inn portion of Park St. Central Park will be extended to the Civil War monument, and a traffic light will be installed at the intersection of Route 7, Carver, and Union Streets. Another traffic light will be installed at the intersection of Park Street and Route 7, although it may not be needed. Some utility lines will be moved underground, all sidewalks will be replaced, and new trees and shrubbery will be planted throughout. The 30-month project, dubbed “An Even BETTER Brandon” by the Chamber, will cost $20.8 million, with the Federal Highway Administration funding 85 percent, VTrans funding 15 percent, and the town of Brandon contributing 5 percent of the cost. Segment 6 stretches 1.2 miles, from the Brandon Fire Station to just past the Jiffy Mart convenience store. Engineers separated the project into six segments labeled “A” through “F.” Work will begin next week on Segment B, around Central Park, which is considered the most complex portion of the project. Several officials spoke at Monday’s ceremony, including Town Manager Dave Atherton.“We’ve had some hurdles, but here we are,” he said. “These gold shovels represent what we’ve been trying to do over the last few years.” The hurdles have been numerous, and the project was almost dead three years ago, when questionable town management led to inaction and delay on some key benchmarks for the project, including completion of the lengthy right-of-way process for 150 abutting properties. Chris Bean of CLD Engineering said he was impressed with the Brandon community. “The Brandon segment of this project is the most complex,” he said. “This is not a project that has been shoved at Brandon. There were times when people stood up in town and in VTrans and allowed this project to move forward. I’m very proud of this community and the people who worked to bring us here. We are going to
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West Haven yields clues to Vermont’s ancient past By Julia Purdy
WEST HAVEN—Matt Moriarty banged on the weatherbeaten door of the sagging shed to give the snakes fair warning. The snakes could be timber rattlers or black rat snakes, which share the old Galick farmstead with caretakers Bill and Elaine, who have dubbed the place Broken Shovel Farm and have a collection of same to prove it. The land, which now belongs to The Nature Conservancy, is full of rock-hard clay, a gift of the Laurentide Ice Sheet. After opening the shed, Moriarty and several volunteers armed themselves with stacks of buckets, plastic baggies, trowels and other tools for an archaeological dig and headed out to continue work on the South Champlain Historical Ecology Project (SCHEP) dig, which Moriarty directs. The discipline has been around for a long time, he told the Mountain Times. In tandem with biologists, geomorphologists and other researchers, it studies the interactions of human beings with the environment over a long period of time — as in millennia. The purpose here at the Galick site is to take “a longer look at what has been going on on this piece of land,” Moriarty explained. The Galick farm is part of the Helen W. Buckner Preserve at Bald Mountain, a 4,000-acre swath of old farmland and the cliffs of the Champlain Fault in the part of Vermont that reaches down like a hook into Whitehall, N.Y. Spacious hayfields look west across the narrows of Lake Champlain; framing the farmstead to the east, rocky cliffs loom above the confluence with the Poultney River. The dry oak-hickory-hophornbeam forest, the cliffs and talus slopes provide habitat for rattlesnakes, bear, bald eagle, peregrine falcons, and bobcat. In addition to the natural communities, the area is steeped in human history. A major portage route linking the Hudson River and Wood Creek, which enters the lake just to the south, has existed from earliest times. This strategic area became caught up in military actions in the French and Indian War and later during the Revolution. These days, most ancient sites are discovered during environmental assessments that accompany infrastructure projects such as roads, pipelines and solar arrays. That requirement restricts where archaeological investigation occurs, Moriarty said. This one, he said, is unusual in that it’s not driven by a legal requirement but by a hunch. For years, as farmer Bill Galick plowed his fields, he turned up arrowheads and other artifacts, including a Spanish real coin. Plowing disrupts the layers in which artifacts are found, which are key to developing a timeline for the early uses of a site. Moriarty made an educated guess that a formal dig in an undisturbed spot could help piece together the sequence of early human occupation, and he chose a spot beyond the hayfield perimeter. Moriarty’s project began last year as a “minimally invasive investigation,” he said, to locate and document undisturbed spots, “so we know where the most sensitive spots are.” The project includes an education component, which Moriarty’s wife Elly, also an archaeologist, offered the next evening at the Proctor library. She began by explaining basic archaeological terms such as site and feature, then described how digs are organized and sites are analyzed. Context is critical, she explained, and is often lost due to looting and incomplete records kept by collectors. The site grid is necessary for keeping data organized and guiding Archaeological dig, page 28
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EAST POULTNEY—Roderick Geronimo looked straight ahead and showed no emotion as he admitted killing his 82-year-old mother by slamming a kitchen table into her chest and bashing her over the head with a pair of wine bottles. Geronimo, 55, who according to court records told police after the killing that he was “casting out the devil” he believed possessed his mother, pleaded guilty Thursday to manslaughter. He had been charged in July 2012 with second-degree murder in the death of Gertrudes Alwardt in a home they shared in East Poultney. “Is it correct that you did directly cause the death of Ms. Alwardt by shoving the table into her chest and striking her over the head two times with a wine decanter?” Judge Cortland Corsones asked Thursday. “Yes, your honor,” Geronimo replied. The hearing in Rutland Superior Court had been set for attorneys to argue for suppressing statements Geronimo made to police after the killing. Instead, Geronimo pleaded guilty to the reduced felony charge. Corsones instructed the state Department of Corrections to prepare a sentence recommendation. The manslaughter charge carries a maximum sentence of up to 15 years behind bars. Geronimo has been jailed since his arrest in July 2012. A sentencing date has not been set. A second-degree murder charge carries a sentence of 20 years to life in prison. Rutland County Deputy State’s Attorney Peter Bevere said after the hearing Thursday that Alwardt’s relatives
“I THINK BOTH EXPERTS WOULD AGREE THAT MR. GERONIMO WAS UNDER A PSYCHOTIC EVENT AT THE TIME,” THE PROSECUTOR SAID. were aware and supportive of the reduction of the charge to manslaughter. None attended Thursday’s hearing. Geronimo told police after the killing that he “smoked marijuana all day, and every day” and was taking Lexapro, a prescription drug used to treat depression and anxiety. Also, Geronimo had been under a great deal of stress caring for his mother, who was in failing health, Bevere said. “Both sides have engaged the expert services of psychologists,” the prosecutor said. “I think both experts would agree that Mr. Geronimo was under a psychotic event at the time.” Mary Kay Lanthier, a public defender representing Geronimo, described it as a mental health case. “These cases take a long time to really be figured out,” she said after the hearing. “Nobody is disputing that he was in a psychotic state when this occurred.” Police were called to the East Poultney home overlooking the village green a little after noon July 2, 2012, for a reported medical emergency, Bevere said in court. Alwardt was accompanied by her son in the ambulance as she was taken to Rutland Regional Medical Center, where she died, the prosecutor added. Back in East Poultney, Bevere said, Vermont State Police troopers saw in the home a tipped-over kitchen table with a broken leg and two areas of blood on the kitchen floor. At the hospital while his mother received care, Geronimo initially told a detective that he had returned home to find his mother had fallen in the kitchen. Geronimo later told the detective, “Yes, I think I killed my mother,” Bevere said. Later, at the state police barracks in Rutland, Geronimo was in an interview room alone and “whispered into a recording device that he had killed his mother because she was evil and that God had told him to do it,” Bevere said. Geronimo also told police his mother was seated at the kitchen table on the morning of the killing and he thought she was possessed by the devil, according to the prosecutor. He then pushed the table into his mother, Bevere said, before striking her over the head with one wine decanter and then a second. The prosecutor added, “[Geronimo] indicated she was breathing at that point in time so he began to pour water from the bottle into her mouth in order to cast the devil out in Jesus’ name, and he was trying to bless her with holy water.” The autopsy showed she died of blunt force trauma to her head and torso, Bevere said in court. According to her obituary, Alwardt, known as “Gigi,” enjoyed worldwide travel. She was born in the Philippines and worked as a secretary in the government there before moving to the United States.
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opinion OP-ED
A state of satisfaction, with one big exception By Jon Margolis
Editor’s note: Jon Margolis is a political columnist for VTDigger. You know who really likes Vermont? Vermonters. According to a Gallup Poll, 61 percent of the people who live in Vermont say it’s “the best or one of the best possible states to live in,” while only 3 percent call it “the worst state to live in.” That 61 percent ties Vermont with Oregon and Minnesota as the eighth best-liked states among their own residents, and the 3 percent “worst state” result was one of the lowest. In 31 states, a higher percentage of people think poorly of their state. Vermont did not get the highest scores. More than three-quarters of the residents of Alaska and Montana graded their states “one of the best.” So did 68 percent of Texans, 28 percent of whom said Texas was the “best possible state to live in.” That was the highest rating in the country. But then, Texans are known for their chauvinism, which, as any
THE LOUD GRIPERS NOTWITHSTANDING, THERE IS AMPLE EVIDENCE THAT THE PEOPLE OF VERMONT DO AND SHOULD LIKE LIVING WHERE THEY LIVE. psychologist can attest, often masks insecurity. Fourteen percent of Vermonters pronounced theirs “the best possible state to live in,” also tied (with Washington) for eighth highest in the country. The states with the lowest scores were Rhode Island, Illinois, Mississippi, Louisiana and Michigan. From one perspective, it might seem surprising that most people don’t like the state they call home. After all, this is America, where people can live wherever they choose. Whoever dislikes his or her state is free to move to another, which he or she would presumably like better. And yet, the Gallup survey indicates that in only 19 states do a majority of people think theirs is one of the best, while in 23 states less than 40 percent give their states a good grade. These include some of the most prosperous states in the country. With the possible exception of an oil sheikdom or two, no communities have ever had higher median household incomes than present-day New Jersey (seventh lowest in the Gallup survey), Maryland (eighth lowest), and Connecticut (10th lowest). No doubt these states have their problems. All three are crowded. They have more crime than the higher-ranking states. Despite their wealth, they have pockets of deep poverty. Still, it’s hard to ignore the possibility that people in these states rate them poorly because they’ve suffered from bad publicity. All three lack the pizzazz of the trendy cities near them (New York and Washington). All three are the butt of jokes about pollution, traffic jams and organized crime. Folks living in those states could be developing an inferiority complex that makes them feel bad about where they live even if the actual quality of their lives is excellent. Similarly, Vermonters could be overrating their state because it gets lots of good publicity. Not that folks here don’t gripe. Just check the press releases of advocacy groups left and right, not to mention letters to the editor. By and large, though, Vermont gets what the public relations industry calls “good ink.” Local businesses even talk about the value of the “Vermont brand,” whatever that may be. Politicians and scholars argue over just what “the Vermont way” means, but all agree that it’s good. Vermonters are encouraged to feel good about their state. But so are people in many other states, and Vermont’s high ranking in the Gallup survey appears valid. It’s usually wise to be wary of basing firm conclusions on the results of just one poll. But it’s a Gallup Poll, meaning it was taken by folks who know how to do the job, and it used big samples, at least 600 adults in each state. This poll was taken four years ago. People are fickle, and Love Vermont, page 7
Witnessing Vermont’s changing landscape and economy By Nick Richardson
The economy and our landscape formation of a global economy ergy in harmony with conservation in Vermont are intertwined. Recfrom the current fossil-fuel driven, of these other values. reation, tourism, agriculture, and carbon intensive system to one It has been interesting to sit on forestry, all key economic drivers, based on renewable and regenerathe Vermont Council on Rural Dedepend on the natural resources tive sources will not be easy. While it velopment’s Climate Economy and from our landscape. Indeed, the will not be without controversy, this Action Team to speak with individuVermont brand itself is als across many WE ARE ALSO SEEING THE POSITIVE EFFECTS inseparable from our sectors and to find land ethic- a thoughtcommon ground OF THIS TRANSFORMATION ON OUR ECONOMY ful way of living, the on this important WITH 18,000 VERMONTERS NOW WORKING IN quality of our products issue – and to and services, and our help Vermont’s THE GREEN JOB SECTOR. environmental and climate economy social stewardship. Elected officials transformation will also offer us an emerge. On a personal level, I am in Vermont, regardless of politiunprecedented economic opporencouraged by this interest of many cal leaning, have shown national tunity. In facing the fact of global to bridge differences in areas of leadership in caring for the environ- climate change we must accept our expertise and background and find ment, and continue to do so today responsibility to reduce our reliance solutions that consider our envias we recognize and respond to on carbon-based fuels by looking ronmental and economic future. global climate change. towards a range of energy alternaPerhaps I shouldn’t be surprised. As We don’t have to tell Vermont tives, including in-state renewable Vermonters we think beyond our famers, or those who work in the energy generation. Indeed we are own interests, considering what’s woods, about the impact of global also seeing the positive effects of best for all. This leaves me optimisclimate change. The increase in the this transformation on our econtic about our state’s environmental, unpredictability of our weather, omy with 18,000 Vermonters now social and economic well-being. invasive species, the change in working in the green job sector. Nick Richardson is a member of the growing season are just a few Our staff at the Vermont Land Vermont Council on Rural Develexamples of how those who work Trust engage with many landopment’s Climate Economy Action on the land have a front row seat owners, members and partners Team. He is the vice president for when it comes to the challenges who share an interest in finding enterprise and finance at the Vermont of a warming planet. We also don’t the balance in embracing renewLand Trust (VLT), where he oversees have to tell those who recreate able energy opportunities, while long-term financial strategy and supin the woods or have an outdoor maintaining access to high quality ports VLT’s work on economic develrecreation business about climate farmland for agricultural producopment strategies related to working change. They understand how ski tion, recognizing the fragility of our lands enterprise. Prior to joining VLT, and bike seasons have fluctuated natural systems, and protecting Nick served as the director of operaor how different products are more the identity and beauty of our state. tions at Encore Redevelopment, a useful to customers. I’m proud that at the Vermont Land Vermont-based renewable energy Climate change is the greatest Trust we’ve been able to facilitate development company. Nick lives challenge of our time. The transthe development of renewable enwith his family in Jericho Center.
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CAPITOL QUOTES “Our military must be focused on decisive and overwhelming victory and cannot be burdened with the tremendous medical costs and disruption that transgender in the military would entail.” Said President Trump, announcing via Twitter that the United States military would not “accept or allow” transgender people in the military.
“I’m glad we’re one step closer to the high school student in Milton writing a paper, or the small business owner in Rutland concerned about health care, having access to the same information that I have when I vote on the Senate Floor.” Said Vermont Sen. Patrick Leahy
“I think this is another joke, another game, another sham as part of a horrendous overall process.” Said Vermont Sen. Benie Sanders following the failure of the Republican healthcare bill last week.
“I made a mistake in trusting a reporter. It won’t happen again.” Tweeted White House Director of Communications Anthony Scaramucci after a New Yorker writer published a crude tirade made by Scaramucci about his fellow White House staffers . After just ten days on the job, President Trump removed “The Mooch” from his position.
By Paul Holmes
A large membrane made of tires covers the blast spot, to reduce the boom.
Training jump:
continued from page 1 rock and soil, removed with the help of a compound called Blastex, a water-resistant packaged emulsion explosive produced by commercial explosive manufacturer Dyno Nobel. The ground had been prepared with 18 mats made of recycled tires, each weighing 5,600 pounds, placed to absorb the upward force of the dentonation. With the shot prepared and the crew in position, we waited by the truck. “They said the sun was gonna shine this afternoon, didn’t they?” Billings said. “I heard it’s shining above the clouds,” Trayner replied. Billings produced the air horn from the cab and instructed us to cover our ears. He pointed the horn across the hillside and pulled the trigger in three sustained blasts, warning the area we were five minutes away from the shot. After four minutes, Billings let off two blasts to mark the oneminute mark. Before he issued the final “all clear” he told me to stand behind the bulldozer. He took the “shooter” in his hand and yelled: “Fire in the hole!”
Love Vermont: “That’s a good question. We should see.” Said Ben & Jerry’s global director of social mission Rob Michalak, responding to VTDigger reporter Kevin O’Connor, who asked if the ice cream giant will seek out a study to examine reports of glyphosate - the active ingredient in the herbicide Roundup - which was detected in 10 out of 11 samples of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream by the Organic Consumers Association.
“If our president supported cops and knew anything about leading them he’d have kept his mouth shut rather than play to their frustrations. He was patronizing us considering he’ll never be in our shoes.” Said Burlington Police Chief Brandon Del Pozo, responding on Facebook to President Trump’s speech last week to law enforcement officers in Long Island, New York.
Blasting out a space to build There was an initial crack as the shotgun primer ignited before a low thud rolled off the mountainside and rumbled in the soles of my feet and my chest. Looking through the viewfinder on my camera, I watched as a grey plume of smoke or dust shot out of the ground and those 100,000 pounds of mats leapt 15 feet into the air with the force of the blast, like simple throw-rugs being shaken loose of dust. After the dust settled, Trayner and I walked forward to survey the results. Where solid ground had once stood, it had collapsed into a hole greater than 10 feet deep. A backhoe operator began flinging chunks of rock into a pile. Some pieces were as big as refrigerators or microwaves; others were the size of Volkswagen Beetles. These rocks would need to be broken down into smaller pieces before they could be removed. I asked Mark Billings what would happen to all of the rock. “I don’t care,” he said with a laugh. “I’m just the guy who makes the mess and then I go home.”
Vermonters score state positively over-all
continued from page 6 attitudes can change. But if anything, for most people life in Vermont has improved in the last four years, as the impact of the Great Recession continues to recede. As it happens, there is more recent evidence that Vermonters are probably content with where they live. This is also from Gallup, in cooperation with Healthways, a Tennessee-based health care firm, and it measure how people judge their own well-being — physical, financial, social and personal. In last year’s Gallup-Healthways WellBeing Index, Vermont had the sixth-highest score. It was the second-best in “having good health and enough energy to get things done daily,” fifth when it came to “having supportive relationships and love in your life,” and eighth in “liking where you live, feeling safe and having pride in your community.” Though Vermont’s median household income is higher than in most states, Vermonters were less upbeat about their finances. When it came to “managing your economic life to reduce stress and increase security,” 37 states scored higher than Vermont. Nor did the state get a high score on the subject of “liking what you do each day and being motivated to achieve your goals.” It had the 30th-highest ranking.
Hmmm. That seems a bit inconsistent. The same people who are healthy, love where they live, and have plenty of friends don’t like what they do each day? Picky, aren’t they? Or maybe they have very high aspirations. At any rate, the loud gripers notwithstanding, there is ample evidence that the people of Vermont do and should like living where they live. Oh, and one more thing about them, according to yet another recent Gallup Poll: More than the residents of any other state, Vermonters do not approve of how Donald J. Trump does his job. Only 26 percent of the Vermonters sampled approve of the president’s job performance. That’s 3 points lower than Massachusetts, the next-lowest state. And while 6 percent of the Massachusetts respondents expressed no opinion, only 3 percent of Vermonters were neutral, leaving a whopping 71 percent disapproving, 5 points higher than the Massachusetts disapproval number. Trump’s highest approval rating – 60 percent – was in West Virginia, the state that ranked lowest in the well-being index. Whether there is any political significance to that correlation is an interesting and perhaps unanswerable question.
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WHAT TO DO IN CENTRAL VERMONT Rotary Meeting
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
Music at the Riverbend
6 p.m. Brandon’s free concert series, Music at the Riverbend moves to back lawn of Brandon Inn this year. This week, Brandon Town Band performs 6 p.m.; Michele Fay Band performs 7 p.m. Bring a chair, no outside alcohol please. 20 Park St., Brandon.
NOFA-VT FARMER OLYMPICS AT GREEN MOUNTAIN COLLEGE WEDNESDAY, AUG. 2, 4 P.M.
WEDNESDAY Bikram Yoga **
AUG. 2
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
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Cavendish Summer Concert
10 a.m. Billings Farm & Museum holds Wagon Ride Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Horse-drawn wagon rides 11 a.m.-3 p.m. included with regular admission. Info, billingsfarm.org, 802-457-2355. 69 Old River Road, Woodstock.
RAVNAH Clinic
10:30 a.m. RAVNAH blood pressure and foot care clinic: Wallingford House, Wallingford. $10 foot care. For info, call 802-775-0568.
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.
Children’s Library Program
1 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library hosts Build a Better World children’s programs Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. for ages 5-13. This week, “Three Little Pigs” presented by Traveling Storyteller and Co. Free. 2998 River Road, Killington. Info, sherburnelibrary.org, 802-422-9765.
Bike Bum Series
2 p.m. 2017 Killington Mountain Bike Club Bike Bum series runs Wednesdays, 2-5 p.m. on Lower Side Show Bob in the Bike Park at Killington Resort. Afterparties 5:30-7 p.m. Check Facebook for more details.
Farmers Market
3 p.m. The Rutland Downtown Farmers Market is back outside for the summer! Depot Park, in front of Walmart, downtown Rutland. 3-6 p.m. Info and vendors, vtfarmersmarket.org.
Market on the Green
3 p.m. Woodstock Market on the Green, weekly market of fresh agricultural products from local farmers. Plus, live music, kids activities. 3-6 p.m. Info, 802-457-3555, woodstockvt.com
Farmer Olympics
4 p.m. Teams of farmers from all over Vermont come together for NOFA VT Farmers Olympics, 4-8 p.m. at Cerridwen Farms at Green Mountain College, One Brennan Circle, Poultney. Competition 4:30-6:30 p.m. followed by pizza, awards, other celebrations.
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.
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.
Seven to Sunset Concert
7 p.m. Seven to Sunset concert series, Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Main Street Park, corner of Main Street (Route 7) and West Street, Rutland. This week, Marble City Jazz Band. Free, bring a blanket/chair and picnic to enjoy the sunset shows in the gazebo.
Free Summer Movie
7 p.m. Paramount Theatre hosts free summer movie series. This week, “The Sandlot.” No tickets required, just show up. Doors open 6:30 p.m. 30 Center St., Rutland.
Double concert at Chandler
7:30 p.m. Pianist Simone Dinnerstein and violinist Rebecca Fischer of the Chiara String Quartet team up for a concert including works by Bach, Fuerst, Beethoven, and Philip Lasser, at Chandler Music Hall, 71-73 Main St., Randolph. Reserved seating $35. Tickets at 802-728-6464, chandler-arts.org.
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. Small, intimate group. Info, 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.
Wagonride Wednesdays
6 p.m. Cavendish Summer Concert series on the Proctorsville Green continues with Chris Kleeman. Main St., Proctorsville. Bring a blanket or chair, have a picnic, and enjoy. Tonight is free ice cream night courtesy of Cavendish Community Fund. Free! Info, 802-226-7736.
THURSDAY Open Swim **
AUG. 3
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.
Smoking Cessation
** denotes multiple times and/or locations.
RAVNAH Clinics **
10 a.m. RAVNAH blood pressure and foot care clinics: Rutland: Parker House, 10 a.m.; Bardwell House, 12:30 p.m. $10 foot care. For info, call 802-775-0568.
Summer STEM Programs
11 a.m. Sherburne Memorial Library hosts summer STEM programming for ages 3-8, 11-11:45 a.m. Free. 2998 River Road, Killington. Info, sherburnelibrary. org, 802-422-9765.
Castleton Farmers’ Market
3:30 p.m. Castleton Farmers Market is up and running every Thursday through Oct. 5, 3:30-6 p.m. For more, call Lori Barker, 802-353-0498. On Main St., next to Citizen’s Bank, Castleton.
Farmers Market and Music
4:30 p.m. Weekly farmers market, dinner and music at Feast and Field, 1544 Royalton Turnpike, Barnard. BarnArts Thursday night music series. This week, Americana music with Woodsmith and Hersch. By donation.4:30-7:30 p.m. barnarts.org, 802-234-1645.
SUP Yoga
5 p.m. SUP (stand up paddle) Yoga hosted by Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. Pre-registration required at 802-770-4101. $30 with board rental, $15 without. Info, killingtonyoga.com.
Brown Bag Concert
5:30 p.m. Pentangle Arts presents Brown Bag Concert series Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. on the Village Green. This week, the John Lackard Blues Band performs Memphis blues and jazz. Bring a chair and a picnic. Free! On the Green, Woodstock. pentanglearts.org.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s Kickoff
5:30 p.m. Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Rutland community kickoff, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Body Essentials, Howe Center, 1 Scale Ave., Bldg. 17, Rutland. Bring everyone on your team to the party. Or, sign up there! Volunteers on hand. Light refreshments, wear purple! RSVP by Aug. 1, vtrutlandwalk@alz.org, 802-316-3839.
River Road Concert Series
6 p.m. Town of Killington and Killington Rec Dept. present free summer concerts on the lawn at Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Free. This week, Shellhouse performs. killingtonrec.com. Rain or shine!
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.
F.H. Concert in the Park
7 p.m. Fair Haven Concerts in the Park summer series continues with Aaron Audet. Free Thursday night music series in the Fair Haven Park, 3 North Park Place. Food available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs any time after 4 p.m. 50/50 raffle, weekly door prize drawings for all ages.
Mt. Holly Music
7 p.m. Mount Holly Music on the Green free concert series, 26 Maple Hill Rd., Belmont. This week, Casey Solomon. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic.
Peter and John
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!
7:30 p.m. Jay Craven’s new seaside drama “Peter and John” shows at Paramount Theatre. Craven introduces screening and leads a post-screening Q&A. Tickets $8 adults; $6 seniors and children. 30 Center St., Rutland. paramountvt.org; 802-775-0903.
Bikram Yoga **
Dorset Theatre Festival
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.
Poultney Farmers’ Market
9 a.m. Town of Poultney farmers’ market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays through the summer. Main St., Poultney.
Story Hour
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.
7:30 p.m. Dorset Theatre Festival 40th anniversary summer season. Aug. 3-19, “The Legend of Georgia McBride” by Matthew Lopez. Preview tonight. Strong language, sexual content, haze effects. 90 min. Tickets $42+, 802-867-2223 ext 2. 104 Cheney Rd, Dorset. dorsettheatrefestival.org.
Free Film Series
7:30 p.m. Pentangle Arts Council holds Thank You Thursday Free Film Series. This week, “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” will be showing. Free, donations gratefully accepted. Woodstock Town Hall Theatre, 31 the Green, Woodstock. Info, pentanglearts.org.
FRIDAY
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, 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.
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, 802-422-3368.
Bone Builders
10 a.m. Bone builders meets Thursdays at Mendon Methodist Church basement. Info, 802-773-2694.
Open Swim **
AUG. 4
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.
Level 1 Yoga
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 **
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.
Sidewalk Sales
9 a.m. Downtown Rutland’s annual Sidewalk Sales on Merchants Row and Center Street, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Open air market with sale tents, outdoor dining, artists, crafters, food vendors, kids’ activities, live music at 8:30 p.m. by Ken Block & Drew Copeland of Sister Hazel at the Corner of Center & Wales St., in the Pit. Free. rutlanddowntown.com, 802-773-9380.
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9:30 a.m. RAVNAH blood pressure and foot care clinics: Young at Heart Senior Center, Poultney, 9:30 a.m.; Ira Town Hall, West Rutland, 12:30 p.m. $10 foot care. For info, call 802-775-0568.
Foodways Fridays
Story Time
Chalk Art Festival
Sen. Sanders’ Senior Meeting
12 p.m. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ office and a coalition of Vermont senior groups will hold a town meeting on senior issues at Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Free lunch at noon. At 12:30 p.m., representatives from Sanders’ office, AARP-Vermont, Godnick Adult Center, Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging and the Vermont Alliance for Retired Americans will give short updates on issues impacting seniors, followed by open discussion. Free and open to the public. Call 1-800-339-9834 to RSVP.
7 p.m. BarnArts Summer Youth Theater presents Disney’s “The Lion King, Jr.” at Barnard Town Hall. Tickets $12 adults, $8 students, at barnarts.org. 115 N. Road, Barnard. 7 p.m. Slate Valley Museum holds 3rd annual Chalk Art Festival, 7-9 p.m. for families with youth in grades K-12 to unleash inner artists and create chalk drawings in friendly art competition. Activities include include chalk drawing on slate, hopscotch, and tic-tac-toe, ice chalk and chalk bomb art, and more. 17 Water St., Granville, N.Y. slatevalleymuseum.org.
Dorset Theatre Festival
7:30 p.m. Dorset Theatre Festival 40th anniversary summer season. Aug. 3-19, “The Legend of Georgia McBride” by Matthew Lopez. Opening night, with reception to follow. Strong language, sexual content, haze effects. 90 min. Tickets $42+, 802-867-2223 ext 2. 104 Cheney Rd, Dorset. dorsettheatrefestival. org.
Rochester Farmers’ Market
3 p.m. Rochester farmers’ market on the Park, Fridays through Oct. 6, 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine! Farm products, prepared foods, crafts, baked goods, arts, music, and fun. Music this week: Ted Ryan. Vendors or info, call 802-3534620. Main St. (Route 100), Rochester.
SATURDAY
Magic: the Gathering
3:15 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library holds Magic: the Gathering Fridays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. Ages 8+, all levels welcome. 2998 River Rd., Killington. 422-9765.
Divas of Dirt
4 p.m. Divas of Dirt ladies group ride, 4-6 p.m. at Killington Bike Park. Led by pro racer Amy Alton. All ability levels welcome. Free bike safety checks, discounts, happy hour follows. Info, killington.com. Killington Road, Killington.
SUP and SIP
4:30 p.m. Stand Up Paddleboarding and “sipping,” A fun, social paddle Friday evenings. Free with your own equipment. Kayaks welcome! Meet at Woodward Reservoir boat launch at 4:30 p.m. Rentals and delivery available. RSVP to Karen at 802-770-4101.
Hops in the Hills
5 p.m. Okemo Mountain Resort’s Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival, sampling a variety of beer and wine from regional and national producers. Live concerts, marketplace, food trucks and craft vendors. Today, 5-9 p.m. Music tonight: East Coast Soul. Free admission, sample tickets vary in price. okemo.com for details.
Open Gym
6 p.m. Friday night open gym at Head Over Heels, 152 North Main St., Rutland. 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 6+. First time is free! Practice current skills, create gymnastic routines, learn new tricks, social opportunity to be with friends! $10/ hour for members; $14/ hour for non-members. Info, 802-773-1404.
AUG. 5
Bikram Yoga **
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.
Family Cooking Workshop
8 a.m. RAFFL and Rutland Rec offer Grilling! Family food workshop. Make meat and veggie kabab and vegetarian stuffed zucchini boats. $10/ adults; kids are free. Learn knife skills and bring home bag of veggies. Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Sign up at rutlandfarmandfood.org/events/ familythatcooks
CTK Moving Sale
8 a.m. Christ the King moving sale, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at 18 Lincoln Ave., Rutland. Kitchen table set, hutch, freezer, bookshelves, chairs, sofa, beds, chests, and more.
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.
Farmers Market
9 a.m. The Rutland Downtown Farmers Market is back outside for the summer! Depot Park, in front of Walmart, downtown Rutland. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Info and vendors, vtfarmersmarket.org.
Killington Section GMC
9 a.m. Killington Section Green Mountain Club outing: Trail Magic, Wallingford. GMC will be set up in the trailhead parking lot on Route 140, Wallingford, feeding hungry LT/AT through-hikers. Bring food to contribute or stay to chat. Great tales to be heard! Wear sturdy shoes, dress appropriately, bring water, lunch, bug spray. Call for info, 802-282-2237.
Townwide Yard Sales
9 a.m. It’s Yard Sale Day in Brandon, all over town. Pick up official map at Visitor Center at Stephen A. Douglas Birthplace starting at 7 a.m. day of sales. Official start is 9 a.m. brandon.org.
Sidewalk Sales
9 a.m. Downtown Rutland’s annual Sidewalk Sales on Merchants Row and Center Street, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Open air market featuring sale tents, outdoor dining, artists, crafters, food vendors, kids’ activities, live music and more. Free. rutlanddowntown.com, 802-773-9380.
Green Street Challenge
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The Lion King, Jr.
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, 802-4229765.
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10 a.m. Billings Farm & Museum holds Foodways Fridays. Discover how they use seasonal veggies and herbs from heirloom garden in historic recipes. Takehome recipes each week. Info, billingsfarm.org, 802-457-2355. 69 Old River Road, Woodstock.
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9 a.m. Celebrate the importance of unstructured outdoor play during the annual Sidewalk Sales in Rutland. A temporary green play space will be laid in the intersection of Center St. and Merchants Row, to play on. Activities with Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum and Rutland Rec Dept. to inspire families to spend more time outdoors. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Open Gym
10 a.m. Saturday morning open gym at Head Over Heels, 152 North Main St., Rutland. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. All ages welcome. First time is free! Practice current skills, create gymnastic routines, learn new tricks, social opportunity to be with friends! $10/ hour for members; $14/ hour for non-members. Info, 802-773-1404.
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Quilt Exhibition
10 a.m. 31st annual Quilt Exhibition at Billings Farm & Museum, daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Sept. 17. A juried exhibition of colorful quilts made exclusively in Windsor County will celebrate 31 years of quilting excellence at the Billings Farm. Quilting demonstrations, programs and activities for children and adults. Admission. 69 Old River Road, Woodstock. billingsfarm.org, 802-457-2355.
Old Home Day
10 a.m. Experience this century-old town tradition in Plymouth. Jim Cooke performs as John Quincy Adams at 1:30 p.m., “Homestead Inaugural” reenactment at 2:47 p.m. Wagon rides, special presentations, chicken bbq, old-time music, sheep shearing, traditional craft demonstrations, and historic children’s games. President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site, 3780 VT-100A, Plymouth. historicsites.vermont.gov, 802-672-3773.
Antique Tractor Day
10 a.m. Tractors made between the 1920s-1960s will be displayed from 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. by the proud and talented folks who restored them. Narrated tractor parade at 1 p.m. Tractor-drawn wagon rides and tractor activities for children, including tractor sandbox. Admission. Info, billingsfarm.org, 802457-2355. 69 Old River Road, Woodstock.
Book Sale
10 a.m. Mt. Holly Town Library book sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Great books, great prices for a great cause. Huge inventory, always new books. 26 Maple Hill Rd., Belmont.
Chicken BBQ
11 a.m. Hubbardton Fire Dept. annual chicken barbecue at Crystal Beach, Route 30, Castleton. Half chicken with homemade bbq sauce and sides for $10.
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.
Hops in the Hills
12 p.m. Okemo Mountain Resort’s Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival, sampling a variety of beer and wine from regional and national producers. Live concerts, marketplace, food trucks and craft vendors. Today, 12-8 p.m. Music today: Shark Martin, Rek’Lis, Joshua Panda Party. Also today, Okemo Valley Chicken Wing Championship with voting, $5 tickets. Free admission, sample tickets vary in price. okemo.com for details.
The Lion King, Jr. **
2 p.m. BarnArts Summer Youth Theater presents Disney’s “The Lion King, Jr.” at Barnard Town Hall. Today, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. shows. Tickets $12 adults, $8 students, at barnarts.org. 115 N. Road, Barnard.
Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl
3 p.m. 64th annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl at Castleton University, on Spartan Field. The second oldest Shrine football game in the country. Proceeds benefit care at Shriner’s Hospital for Children. Parade at 3 p.m.; game kicks off at 5:30 p.m.
Author Presentation
3 p.m. Rachelle Chase will present her new book, “Lost Buxton,” at the Middletown Springs Historical Society. Multimedia program “Buxton, Iowa: the Town that Vermonter Ben Buxton Built.” Refreshments, free. Info, 802-2352376. 4 Park Ave, Middletown Springs.
Cooler in the Mountains
3:30 p.m. Cooler in the Mountain summer concert series at Killington Resort’s Snowshed Adventure Center. Concerts begin 3:30 p.m. and are free and open to the public. This week, reggae band The Elovaters. Details at killington.com.
Roast Pork Supper
4:30 p.m. Ladies and Gentlemen’s Supper Club invites all to dinner at Pawlet Community Church. Roast Pork baked with famous topping, all the sides, desserts, and beverages. Adults $12. Age 6-12 $6. Age 5 and under free. Take outs on the day of at 802-325-3022. 38 Vt. Route 133, West Pawlet.
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.
Open House
5:30 p.m. ArtisTree’s new Grange Theatre, 65 Stage Rd., South Pomfret holds open house to get a sneak peak at the new facility. 5:30-7:30 p.m. All welcome: facility tours, live music, light refreshments. artistreevt.org.
Farm to Ballet
6:30 p.m. Billings Farm & Museum welcomes Farm to Ballet performance. This colorful ballet performance reinterprets classical pieces to tell the story of three seasons on a Vermont farm. Accompanied by a live string sextet playing Vivaldi. Bring a blanket and picnic, or purchase one there. $15 tickets; additional donations welcome. Age 12 and under free. billingsfarm.org, 802457-2355. 69 Old River Road, Woodstock.
10 • The Mountain Times • Aug. 2-8, 2017 Devil’s Bowl Race
Devil’s Bowl Dirt Racing
Family Playgroup
Hamlet 2017
Rochester Summer Concerts
Bone Builders
Vermont Opera Project
Preschool Story Time
7 p.m. Devil’s Bowl Speedway Asphalt Track Racing: C.J. Richards Memorial Sportsman Modified 67, Enduro series, Bandit youth division. Grandstand admission applies, kids are free. 2743 Rt. 22A, West Haven. Track line: 802265-3112. devilsbowlspeedwayvt.com. 7 p.m. Shakespeare on Main Street presents “Hamlet” in a 2017, modern version, for an exploration of the human spirit and what happens when it is challenged. Woodstock Little Theater, 54 River St., Woodstock. Tickets $18/$12. shakespeareonmainstreet.org.
FOLA Movie
7 p.m. FOLA presents screening of British thriller “Eye in the Sky” at Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium. Free, donations appreciated. Popcorn and water provided. Info, 802-228-7239; fola.us.
New Dakotas
7:30 p.m. Fold-rock-pop-psych band New Dakotas perform concert at Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Road, Brandon. $20 tickets. brandon-music.net.
6 p.m. Devil’s Bowl Speedway Dirt Track Racing: Double features all divisions, Catamount mini sprints, pit area tours. Grandstand admission applies, kids are free. 2743 Rt. 22A, VT. Track line: 802-265-3112. devilsbowlspeedwayvt. com. 6:30 p.m. Rochester summer concerts on the Park, Sunday evenings. Free! Bring a chair, picnic, and enjoy. Main St. (Route 100), Rochester.
8:30 p.m. NeihborWorks of Western Vt. sponsors walk-in movie at dusk, 113 Library Ave., Rutland. Info, 802-797-8607.
MONDAY AUG. 7
Pond Hill Rodeo
Vermont Opera Project
Level 1 & 2 Yoga
8 p.m. Vermont Opera Project performs “The Andrée Expedition” at the Vermont Marble Museum, 52 Main St., Proctor. Tickets at vtoperaproject.com.
Pittsford Day Sign Ups
Sign up on for Pittsford Day 5K and 1 Mile Run being held Aug. 12. Benefits Pittsford Rec Dept and Adaptive Martial Arts Assn. 5K start 9 a.m. from Pittsford Town Offices. 1 mile run starts 10 a.m. from Lothrop Elem. School. Preregistration at adaptivemartialarts.org. Teams and adaptive participants welcome. Free t-shirts and rally towels for first 50 to sign up!
SUNDAY
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. 8:30 a.m. Level 1 & 2 Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802422-4500.
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, 802-422-3368.
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.
Monday Meals
9 a.m. Pond Hill Ranch Pro Rodeo hosts Open Horse Show. 1683 Pond Hill Ranch Road, Castleton. pondhillranch.com, 802-468-2449.
Neighborhood Yard Sale
9 a.m. Neighborhood-wide yard sales in Northwest Rutland (Library Ave. area), 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
10 a.m. Vinyasa flow yoga - all levels, everyone welcome! With Whitney Berra. Meditative and heat building flow of movement with breath, to cultivate strength, space, and grounding. $10 for non-Mountain Top guests; 6 classes $50. Call to sign-up or drop-in. Yoga Studio at Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden. 802-483-2311.
Hops in the Hills
11 a.m. Okemo Mountain Resort’s Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival, sampling a variety of beer and wine from regional and national producers. Live concerts, marketplace, food trucks and craft vendors. Today, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Music today: Jake Kulak & the Lowdown, Saints & Liars. Free admission, sample tickets vary in price. okemo.com for details.
Hamlet 2017
2 p.m. Shakespeare on Main Street presents “Hamlet” in a 2017, modern version, for an exploration of the human spirit and what happens when it is challenged. Woodstock Little Theater, 54 River St., Woodstock. Tickets $18/$12. shakespeareonmainstreet.org.
Dorset Theatre Festival
2 p.m. Dorset Theatre Festival 40th anniversary summer season. Aug. 3-19, “The Legend of Georgia McBride” by Matthew Lopez. Matinee with post-show talkback today. Strong language, sexual content, haze effects. 90 min. Tickets $42+, 802-867-2223 ext 2. 104 Cheney Rd, Dorset. dorsettheatrefestival.org.
The Lion King, Jr.
2 p.m. BarnArts Summer Youth Theater presents Disney’s “The Lion King, Jr.” at Barnard Town Hall. Tickets $12 adults, $8 students, at barnarts.org. 115 N. Road, Barnard.
11:30 a.m. RAVNAH blood pressure and foot care clinic: Village Manor, Arch St., Pittsford. $10 foot care. For info, call 802-775-0568. 12 p.m. Every Monday meals at Chittenden Town Hall at 12 noon. Open to public, RSVP call by Friday prior, 483-6244. Gene Sargent. Bring your own place settings. Seniors $3.50 for 60+. Under 60, $5. No holidays. 337 Holden Rd., Chittenden.
Rutland Rotary
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.
Book Sale
2 p.m. Rutland Free Library Summer Monday afternoon book sale series, 2-6 p.m. Gently used hard covers and paperbacks, puzzles, CDs, DVDs for all ages. New items each week. Mondays through Aug. 14. 10 Court St., Rutland.
Smoking Cessation
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!
Smoking Cessation for Pregnant Moms
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!
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. 802-483-2311.
Citizenship Classes
Vermont Adult Learning will offers free citizenship classes. Call Marcy Green, 802-775-0617, 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.
Vermont Premiere Screening
6 p.m. Opera North and Pentangle Arts present the Vermont premiere of “Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened” screening at Woodstock Town Hall Theatre. Film by Lonny Price. Talk-back follows with Jim Walton and David Cady, both featured in the film. Based upon Broadway musical “Merrily We Roll Along.” $10 for screening/talk back. $30 includes prescreening reception in the foyer. Info, 802-457-3981.
Hike Into History
2 p.m. Hike into History at Mount Independence State Historic Site, Orwell. Led by Stephen Zeoli, president of Mt Independence Coalition. Gather at the museum for walk. Info, 802-948-2000. Admission $5 adults; free under age 15. Mount Independence Rd., Orwell.
Vt. Humanities Event
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TUESDAY AUG. 8
4 p.m. Vermont Humanities Council program: Mark Greenberg presents “Woody Guthrie, Dustbowl Balladeer” at Mt. Holly Town Library, 26 Maple Hill Rd., Belmont. Greenberg discusses always-rambling life and legacy of Woody Guthrie with music, readings, slides, photos. Free, open to the public. Info, 802-259-2318.
Open Swim **
Rochester Chamber Music
8:30 a.m. Yin Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. Info, killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.
4 p.m. Rochester Chamber Music Society presents Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050, Bach Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067. Featuring Na’ama Lion, flute; Julia McKenzie and Gigi Turgeon, violins; Anna Griffis, viola; Rebecca Shaw, cello; Evan Premo, bass; Cynthia Huard, harpsichord. 4 p.m. at Rochester Federated Church, N. Main St., Rochester. Admission by donation. Info, 802-767-9234.
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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.
AUG. 6
Open Horse Show
FARM TO BALLET AT BILLINGS FARM & MUSEUM
Open Swim
RAVNAH Clinic
Bikram Yoga **
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.
Walk-In Movie
Bikram Yoga **
8 p.m. Pond Hill Ranch Pro Rodeo. A real rodeo complete with classic events like roping, barrel racing, and bronc riding. Excitement for the whole family, affordable admission. 1683 Pond Hill Ranch Road, Castleton. pondhillranch. com, 802-468-2449.
10 a.m. Bone builders meets Tuesdays at Mendon Methodist Church basement. Info, 802-773-2694.
8 p.m. Vermont Opera Project performs “The Andrée Expedition” at the Vermont Marble Museum, 52 Main St., Proctor. Tickets at vtoperaproject.com.
Dorset Theatre Festival
7:30 p.m. Dorset Theatre Festival 40th anniversary summer season. Aug. 3-19, “The Legend of Georgia McBride” by Matthew Lopez. Strong language, sexual content, haze effects. 90 min. Tickets $42+, 802-867-2223 ext 2. 104 Cheney Rd, Dorset. dorsettheatrefestival.org.
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.
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. 802-773-7187.
Yin Yoga
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, 2991777.
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!
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.
League Nights
5 p.m. Killington Golf Course holds themed League Nights every Tuesday. 9-hole scramble, teams or individuals. $20 members, $25 non members includes cart, dinner, prizes. Sign up at 802-422-6700 by 2 p.m. Tuesdays. Clubhouse dinner, awards, and announcements follow. East Mountain Rd,
Home Repair for Women
5 p.m. NeighborWorks of Western Vt. offers home repair course taught by women, for women. “We Can Fix It: A Home Maintenance Course for Women” is held Tuesdays through Aug. 8. This is the final week! Learn to take control of the infrastructure of living environment! $25 per class. Held at BROC, 45 Union St., Rutland. 802-797-8606.
Winter in August
5 p.m. Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce’s 36th annual Winter in August celebration, 5-8 p.m. under tents on Merchants Row, Rutland. $10 entry, lots of food samples, live dj, raffles, awards and mingling. $9 through Aug. 4 at rutlandvermont.com.
Level 1 Yoga
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.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
5:45 p.m. Vinyasa flow yoga - all levels, everyone welcome! With Whitney Berra. Meditative and heat building flow of movement with breath, to cultivate strength, space, and grounding. $10 for non-Mountain Top guests; 6 classes $50. Call to sign-up or drop-in. Yoga Studio at Mountain Top Inn & Resort, Chittenden. 802-483-2311.
Chess Club
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.
Castleton Concert
7 p.m. Castleton University presents 22nd annual Castleton Summer Concerts at the Pavilion. Free concerts, open to the public, Tuesdays through the summer. This week, The Grift, blending booty-shaking grooves and improvisation with radio-friendly hooks, witty lyrics, and tight vocal harmonies. Rain or shine. Info, castleton.edu/summerconcerts. 62 Alumni Dr., Castleton. Bring a non-perishable for food donation.
New play reading
7 p.m. Dorset Theatre Festival incubates new works for the American stage through its New Play Reading series, which continues with Lauren Yee, playwright of “King of the Yees” and past Dramatist Guild Fellow. A public reading newest developing work is today. $20 tickets at dorsettheatrefestival.org. 104 Cheney Road, Dorset.
The Hills of Home
7 p.m. Vt. Humanities Event: Jill Mudgett will speak at North Chittenden Grange Hall on “The Hills of Home: Mountains and Identity in Vermont History.” Free, open to the public. 3 Lower Middle Rd., Chittenden. 802-483-2323.
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Start creating cardboard boats for benefit regatta Saturday, Aug. 19, 3 p.m.—BELMONT—Summerpalooza is coming Saturday, Aug. 19, 3-9 p.m., a huge never-ending big party at the Odd Fellows Hall on Star Lake in Belmont. It’s going to be fun for the whole family. The party kicks off at 3 p.m. with a laugh-a-minute cardboard regatta with prizes awarded, followed by a dunking booth. Games follow, including tug-o-war, so line up a team. DJ Brett Myhre will provide music from 3-5 p.m. Along with music, Myhre will challenge everyone to games of Jenga and toss up a floating parachute. From 5-9 p.m. the
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WEDNESDAY
AUG. 2 BRANDON
6 p.m. Brandon Inn Brandon Town Band
7 p.m. Brandon Inn
Music at the Riverbend: Michele Fay Band
POULTNEY
Beatles Band and the Mt. Holly Folk Club will provide music. From 5-7 p.m., the $5 barbecue takes place, or until the food is gone. Live music for dancing will be going on most of the day and Reinbow Riding Center’s annual fundraising silent auction will be taking place in Odd Fellows Hall. Auction items include: Four day passes for Walt Disney World; eight tickets donated by Okemo for the Jackson Gore Adventure Zone; four day passes for the Shelburne Museum; a Ryan Spooner autographed hockey puck from the Boston Bruins; $100 basket of assorted wines; a sportswear package donated by Basin
[MUSIC Scene] 7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub
POULTNEY
7 p.m. The Foundry
9 p.m. JAX Food & Games
Aaron Audet
7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub
LUDLOW
6 p.m. Lake House Grille Andy Lugo
KILLINGTON Jamie Livesey
Erin’s Guild
9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Jenny Porter
7 p.m. Taps Tavern
9 p.m. Moguls Sports Pub
RUTLAND
LUDLOW
Jazz Night
7 p.m. Main Street Park Marble City Jazz Band
9 p.m. Center Street Alley What Dude Open Mic
THURSDAY
AUG. 3 BARNARD
5:30 p.m. Feast and Field Market Woodsmith and Hersch
FAIR HAVEN
Sports; four UVM men’s basketball tickets; Weston Playhouse tickets; 100 gallons of fuel oil donated by H.B Energy; an Okemo Valley Golf Club certificate; a family four-pack of tickets to Zoo New England in Boston; a turquoise and silver necklace by Nance Dean of Middletown Springs; a basket of natural products from White Birch Soapworks; two Montshire Museum tickets; and the list goes on. More items are being added daily. Mark your calendars, and start building cardboard boats today! Regatta rules can be found online at reinbowridingcenter.org. For more information, call 802-4922226 or 802-228-5428.
DJ Dave’s All Request Dance Party
5 p.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard
Hops in the Hills w/ East Coast Soul
PITTSFIELD 8 p.m. Clear River Tavern Rick Redington & The Luv Snow Goose Reunion Party
RUTLAND 7 p.m. Center Street
Friday Night Live opener George Nostrand
8:15 p.m. Center Street
Friday Night Live headliner Sister Hazel’s Ken Block and Drew Copeland
Erin’s Guild
Tony Lee Thomas
12 p.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard
Hops in the Hills: Shark Martin
Hops in the Hills: Joshua Panda Party
POULTNEY 5:30 p.m. Otto’s Cones Point General Store
Caribbean Night w/ Megasound International DJ’s, DJ Blinie, DJ Steve and DJ Mega
PITTSFIELD 7 p.m. Clear River Tavern Open Mic Jam w/ Supply and Demand
Dancing after Dark w/ Chris Powers
SATURDAY AUG. 5
RUTLAND
BARNARD
9 p.m. Center Street Alley
2 p.m./7 p.m. Town Hall The Lion King Jr.
WOODSTOCK
BOMOSEEN
5:30 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant
Carlo Romeo
Throwback Thursday w/ DJ Mega
John Lackard Blues Band
FRIDAY
AUG. 4 BARNARD 7 p.m. Town Hall The Lion King Jr.
BOMOSEEN 6 p.m. Iron Lantern Gerry Grimo
6 p.m. Iron Lantern BRANDON 7:30 p.m. Brandon Music New Dakotas
KILLINGTON 3:30 p.m. Snowshed Base Area Cooler in the Mountains: The Elovaters
6:30 p.m. O’Dwyer’s Poolside Pub Andy Lugo
7 p.m. The Foundry Aaron Audet Band
STOCKBRIDGE 11 a.m. Wild Fern
Cigar Box Brunch w/ Rick Redington
Troy Ramey from NBC’s “The Voice” season 12 & Bryan Frates
MONDAY
7 p.m. Draught Room in Diamond Run Mall
AUG. 7
Duane Carleton
7:30 p.m. Hop ‘n’ Moose Ryan Fuller
LUDLOW
9 p.m. The Killarney
9:30 p.m. The Venue
Jazz Trio
Open Mic w/ Chris Pallutto
6:30 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant
WOODSTOCK
6 p.m. Red Clover Inn
Rutland City Band
RUTLAND
6 p.m. Liquid Art MENDON
7 p.m. Main Street Park
WOODSTOCK
6 p.m. Center Street Alley
Open Mic w/ Tom Irish Sling Shot
WOODSTOCK 10 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant Dancing after Dark w/ Jesse Scott
SUNDAY AUG. 6
Open Mic w/ Supply and Demand
PITTSFIELD 7 p.m. Clear River Tavern Clay and Cole Canfield
WOODSTOCK 6 p.m. Town Hall Theatre
“Best Worst Thing That Could Ever Have Happened!”
8 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant Open Mic w/ Brian Warren
TUESDAY
BARNARD
AUG. 8
2 p.m. Town Hall The Lion King Jr.
KILLINGTON
CASTLETON
5 p.m. The Foundry
7 p.m. Pavilion The Grift
9 p.m. JAX Food & Games
RUTLAND
Jazz Night w/ Oak Totem
Local’s Night w/ Duane Carleton
LUDLOW 11:30 a.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard
Hops in the Hills: Jake Kulak & The Lowdown
2:30 p.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard Hops in the Hills: Saints & Liars
Maple Creemees Home-Made Waffle Cones
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Summer Concert Series
New Whiskey River Band
KILLINGTON
10 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant
6:30 p.m. Town Park
9:30 p.m. The Venue
9:30 p.m. The Hide-A-Way Tavern
Open Mic
ROCHESTER
5:30 p.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard
Hops in the Hills: Rek’Lis
9:30 p.m. The Venue Josh Jakab
Band Concert
RUTLAND
7 p.m. Town Park
DJ Dirty D
6:30 p.m. Town Green
2:30 p.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard
9 p.m. Center Street Alley
Aaron Audet Band
12 p.m. Otto’s Cones Point General Store
Ice Cream & Caramels Made in VT
7 p.m. The Venue
Working Mans Karaoke w/ Bob Hudson
8 p.m. Center Street Alley Trivia
9:30 p.m. Downtown Tavern Open Mic
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SUDOKU
By Dom Cioffi
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 25
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
CLUES ACROSS 1. Defunct phone company 4. Rural area in Guinea 9. Hairstyles 14. Makes a good meal 15. Nats’ CFer Adam 16. El __, painter 17. Midway between south and southeast 18. Baseball’s “The Big Hurt” 20. A serialized set of programs 22. A woody climbing plant 23. Japanese metropolis 24. Whirlpool 28. Toddler 29. Integrated circuit 30. WWII British fighter Blackburn __ 31. Ancient Briton tribe 33. Injurious weeds (Bib.) 37. Nonredundant 38. Turf 39. Canned fish 41. Team’s best pitcher 42. Touchdown 43. Woody perennial plants 44. Rattling breaths 46. Smaller quantity 49. Of I 50. When you’ll get there 51. Adventures 55. Type of chip 58. Having wings 59. Mutilated 60. Considered 64. Wrath 65 A citizen of Iran 66. American state 67. Explosive 68. One who challenges 69. ___ senilis 70. Affirmative
CLUES DOWN 1. Move rapidly in music 2. Brief are one type 3. Repeated 4. Quitter 5. Paddles 6. Broadway actress Hagen 7. Politician Paul 8. Joint 9. Ottoman military men 10. Covers for illegal operations 11. Comment 12. Office of Consumer Affairs 13. Distress signal 19. ‘__ death do us part 21. S. Korean boy band 24. Bishop’s hat 25. Learning environment 26. Measurement 27. Equines 31. Hard plant fiber 32. Protocols 34. Stands up 35. Linear unit 36. Songs 40. One of the six noble gases 41. Cheerful readiness 45. Zoroastrian concept of holy fire 47. Having only magnitude 48. Containing salt 52. Chadic language 53. Fed 54. Beef or chicken intestine 56. Hill in Australia and London 57. “Waiting for Lefty” playwright 59. A list of available dishes 60. Have already done 61. Geological time 62. Swiss river 63. Twitch Solutions on page, 25
A slice of time
This past weekend I had the pleasure of playing guilt-free golf. (Let me explain if you’ve never heard of this.) My golfing career has basically coincided with my marriage, meaning, I picked up golf right around the time I got married. In that time, I have had to balance my love for the game with my husbandly and fatherly duties. Life is full of commitments and sometimes those commitments are at odds with a four- to five-hour round of golf. Most of my golfing buddies are in the same situation. Therefore, whenever we show up on the first tee box, we all inquire about our individual status. “I’m guilt-free today, boys!” is always a welcomed greeting. While the opposite might be, “I’m playing guilt-golf today, fellas. Expect the worst.” Playing guilt-free golf is wonderful. There’s nothing extraneous on your mind, which allows you to fully invest in the event at hand. And when the round is over, you can relax with that well earned beverage and good post-golf conversation. On the other hand, playing guilt-golf is hard. Mentally you’re already in the hole because, just prior to leaving the house your wife reminded you that there were 20 other things you could be doing to help her or the children. And if your game survives the guilt and you play well, you still have to run home afterwards, foregoing the camaraderie that helps make golf so enjoyable. So, when my wife and son took off to the beach DUNKIRK for a few days last weekend, I had a stellar opportunity to play guilt-free golf. Unfortunately, no one was around to join me, so I simply grabbed my my ball, I caught site of clubs and wandered onto the course alone. some commotion off the fairway in someone’s back After I ripped my ball off the first tee, I strolled yard. My quick assessment was that a homeowner down the fairway fully aware of my good fortune. was having a cookout. After a few practice swings, I The first nine holes went surprisingly well, which stood over my ball, checked my alignment one last meant I struck the ball time, and put a swing on it. solidly and scored respectThe ball sailed into the “LAND YOUR BALL WITHIN ably. At the turn, I thought sky. I quickly determined SIX FEET OF THE PIN about rewarding my good that the ball flight was right play with a cold beer, but on line with the pin. A moAND WIN A FREE BEER!” decided against it given ment later the ball landed I STARTED TO LAUGH AND that the sun was still quite on the green and rolled near strong and I have a notorithe pin, stopping about five SHEEPISHLY RESPONDED, ous history of getting too feet short. “SERIOUSLY?” dehydrated on hot days. Suddenly there was a roar So, I journeyed on. After of applause as the cookout a few more holes I started to regret not getting that erupted. They then started motioning to a sign beer. I rarely drink during a round, but the thought they had hastily painted that read: “Land your ball of a cold beverage under those perfect conditions within six feet of the pin and win a free beer!” seemed justified. I started to laugh and sheepishly responded, I approached the 15th hole and hit a nice drive. “Seriously?” I then laid up to the front of the pond, leaving me The small crowd encouraged me with great jubian approach shot of about 130 yards. As I neared lation so I wandered over to the sign and pulled out an ice cold Budweiser from the cooler sitting below it. I then cracked it open, held it up high and yelled, “I was having a good day, but now I’m having a really good day!” And I can attest, never has a beer tasted so good. The main characters of this week’s feature, “Dunkirk,” also enjoyed a celebratory beer at the end of a long day, but their tribulations went far beyond anything I have ever faced. Set during WWII on the beaches of France, “Dunkirk” presents three interwoven stories of heroism (one from the land, one from the sea, one from the sky) as the Allied commanders tried desperately to evacuate 300,00 troops from approaching 4.7 Nazis forces. This is a brutally intense film that highlights an important moment in WWII. Director Christopher Nolan handles the story with beautiful poignancy and an eye for enveloping action. This is a must-see picture, if only to honor those that put their lives on the line for freedom. The added bonus is that it’s an all-out great film. A triumphant “A-” for “Dunkirk.” Got a question or comment for Dom? You can email him at moviediary@att.net.
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IR N EXP QUESTION: Steve and Herman are playing in a tournament. On the 11th hole, Steve’s ball rests on a steep part of the fairway. He takes his stance and strokes the ball directly into the bank. Steve says the ball is now embedded and therefore he is allowed relief without penalty. Herman says there is no relief because the ball has to be imbedded in its own pitch-mark. Is Herman correct? ANSWER: To get relief without penalty, a ball must be embedded in its own pitch-mark. Pitch- mark suggests
By Alan Jeffery Teaching Professional Green Mountain National Golf Course
the ball has become airborne. In this situation, the ball never became airborne and therefore, there is no relief without penalty. See USGA Decisions on the Rules of Golf, 2016-2017, 25-2/6. Herman is correct. Golf clinics continue on Saturday mornings, 10:30-12:00. I continue to work on individual concerns. Remember, the swing’s the thing and continuous improvement is what it’s all about.
GKWC sponsors golf fundraiser at GMNGC KILLINGTON—The Greater Killington Women’s Club (GKWC) is sponsoring a golf outing and fundraiser at the Green Mountain National Golf Course (GMNGC) in Killington Sunday, Aug. 20. GKWC members and guests are invited to attend this ladies-only golf outing and fundraiser to benefit the community. Businesses and organizations are also invited to participate as sponsors or donors; event proceeds benefit area charities and scholarships. The schedule (rain or shine) begins with registration at 2 p.m., a golf clinic with Dave Soucy at 2:30 p.m., shotgun start of nine holes at 3:30 p.m., and ends with a barbecue
dinner (and cash bar) including a raffle and prizes. Individuals, foursome teams and beginners are welcome as a free clinic is included. The cost is $50 for GKWC members in advance ($55 day of), $55 for non-members in advance ($60 day of) and $200 for foursomes in advance if registered and prepaid by Aug. 18. Limited to first 50. Non-golfers are welcome to attend the dinner only and participate in the raffle fundraiser: $20 for GKWC members in advance ($25 day of) and $25 for non-members in advance ($30 day of). Space is limited. For more information, call 802-775-0521 .
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Downhill pros tackle Killington singletrack
By Evan Johnson
Dry weather meant fast times for mountain bikers competing in the Beast of the East Pro Mountain Bike Gravity Tour (Pro GRT) at the Killington Bike Park. Competitors battled it out Thursday, July 27 through Sunday, July 30 on the brand new Goat Skull trail at Ramshead Mountain.
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Farm to Ballet comes to Billings Saturday, Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—Grab your blanket, picnic basket, and the entire family to experience Farm to Ballet — an early evening, full-length ballet performance at the Billings Farm on Saturday, Aug. 5 at 6:30 p.m. The colorful program reinterprets classical ballet pieces to tell the story of three seasons on a Vermont farm — accompanied by a live string sextet playing Vivaldi. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for exploring the operating dairy farm, featuring the Jersey herd, draft horses, sheep, and oxen. Pack a picnic or snack on a Billings Farm picnic, which includes the farm’s own 100 percent raw milk cheddar cheese made from milk produced exclusively from the Billings Jersey herd, crackers, and fresh fruit. Hot and cold beverages and Vermont-made ice cream will be available at the dairy bar. General admission $15; additional donations are gratefully accepted. Children age 12 and under are free. Tickets are available at farmtoballet.org or flynntix.org. Proceeds from the ticket sales of Farm to Ballet will support the farm’s educational programming. The Farm to Ballet Project is a dance collaborative designed to celebrate the unique culture of New England farms, while promoting a vibrant, local, and sustainable food system and introducing new audiences to the beauty of classical ballet. For more information, visit billingsfarm. org or call 802-457-2355.
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Hike site of Revolutionary War, what happened 240 years ago
Sunday, Aug. 6, 2 p.m.—ORWELL—Enjoy a guided hike into Revolutionary War history at the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell on Sunday, Aug. 6, with Stephen Zeoli. The walk runs 2-4 p.m., and is included with regular site admission of $5 for adults and free for children under 15.
Walkers will learn about the stirring happenings of 1777, 240 years ago, and see some of the traces of that time on the landscape. Zeoli is president of the Mount Independence Coalition, a former caretaker at the site, an editor of the new book, “Strong Ground: Mount Independence and the American
Revolution,” and author of the short book, “Mount Independence: The Enduring Legacy of a Unique Place.” Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. Mount Independence is located on Mount Independence Road, Orwell. The site is open daily through Oct. 15. Call 802-948-2000 for more info.
Downtown businesses take to the streets for annual sidewalk sales Friday & Saturday, Aug. 4-5—RUTLAND—The end of July and start of August has marked the annual Downtown Rutland Partnership’s annual Sidewalk Sales event for years. This year, it’s being held Friday, Aug. 4, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This two-day open-air market spans from lower Center Street around the corner to Merchants Row, drawing out sale tents and outdoor dining from businesses along the way. Enjoy a variety of family entertainment, kids’ activities and more. Local artists, crafters, food vendors and live music from area musicians throughout the day make this a fun event for all. As part of the event, Friday night will feature a free concert by Sister Hazel’s Ken Block and Drew Copeland at 8:15 p.m. with opener George Nostrand at 7 p.m. Ken Block and Drew Copeland, best known as two of the five members of the platinum-selling Southern rock band Sister Hazel, will bring their wildly successful tunes to select cities for intimate, “miss it and miss out” acoustic shows, reminiscent of their earlier performance days when they canvassed the club and coffee shop circuit as a duo from Gainesville, Fla. As two of our generation’s most engaging and prolific songwriters, “The Ken and Drew Show” will take fans through intimate acoustic performances of Sister Hazel favorites, a few “B sides” and deep cuts, and new material that writers have called “some of the freshest new music to come out of Music City.” On Saturday, don’t miss Come Alive Outside’s Green Street Challenge where 5,500 square feet of sod will be put down right on the street to create a free play space with activities for children and families led by Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum and Rutland Rec. Dept. during the evening. For more details, visit rutlanddowntown.com or call 802-773-9380.
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Coolidge Site celebrates Old Home Day
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Wednesday, Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Chandler Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that two of its favorite musicians are returning to Chandler: pianist Simone Dinnerstein and violinist Rebecca Fischer of the Chiara String Quartet will perform a special concert of duos and solos on the Chandler stage, Wednesday, Aug. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Together they will perform the Bach Sonata #3 for piano and violin in E major, BWV 1016; the Chaconne Variations by Philip Lasser; and the Beethoven Sonata #10 in G major, Op. 96. Fischer will perform “Expanding Phrases” by Randolph native Nico Muhly and “One Atom of Faith” by Californian composer/singer Lisa Bielawa. Dinnerstein will perform the Bach “Goldberg Variation #13.” A recep-
tion for the artists and the audience follows the recital. Each of these artists has made multiple appearances on the stage at Chandler over the years, Dinnerstein as a solo recitalist and in concert with cellist Zuill Bailey, clarinetist Richard Stolzman, composer Nico Muhly, and the American Contemporary Music Ensemble; and Fischer with the Chiara String Quartet on numerous occasions, including a concert with her father, Norman Fischer of the Concord String Quartet in residence at Dartmouth College a number of years ago. Tickets are available online at chandler-arts.org or by calling 802-728-6464 weekdays 12-5 p.m. Chandler Music Hall is fully accessible and equipped for the hearing impaired.
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“The Legend of Georgia McBride” takes center stage at Dorset Theatre Festival
Aug. 3-19—DORSET—Dorset Theatre Festival continues its 40th anniversary season with the regional premiere of “The Legend of Georgia McBride” by Matthew Lopez, running for 16 performances Aug. 3-19, at the Dorset Playhouse, 104 Cheney Road, Dorset. In “The Legend of Georgia McBride,” Casey is young, broke, and his wife is having a baby when he loses his gig as an Elvis impersonator. But when his club brings in a drag act led by Miss Tracy Mills, Casey is given the opportunity to trade one sequined outfit for another. A critic’s pick wherever it plays, this heart-warming, music-filled comedy celebrates finding your own voice and singing your own song. Joey Taranto (“Kinky Boots” original Broadway cast) leads the cast as Elvis-impersonator-turned-drag-queen, Casey. David Turner (Broadway’s “Sunday in the Park with George”), will portray the ferociously funny Miss Tracy Mills. As a supplement to the show, audiences are invited to a pre-show discussion on the history of drag and Elvis impersonation at 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 10 in the Playhouse Café. For more information, visit dorsettheatrefestival.org.
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Saturday, Aug. 5, 10 a.m.—PLYMOUTH—The President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site will host Plymouth Old Home Day, a century-old town tradition, on Saturday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation, the event features traditional craft and farm demonstrations, wagon rides, music, a chicken barbecue, and many other activities for the entire family. At 1:30 p.m., actor Jim Cooke appears as John Quincy Adams in the Union Christian Church, a performance sponsored by the Vermont Humanities Council. At 2:47 p.m., a reenactment of Calvin Coolidge’s 1923 Homestead Inaugural, with Coolidge family members participating, will be held on the Homestead porch. Throughout the day, visitors can also enjoy Vermont artisans and special exhibits; old-time games; “Hands-on History” activities in a one-room
schoolhouse; children’s craft activities; old-time fiddler Adam Boyce; Crown Point Road Association display, joined by The King’s Rangers living history reenactors; Green Mountain Timekeepers Society (bring historic clocks and pocket watches and learn about them); cheese-making and Vermont specialty food tastings at the Plymouth Cheese Factory; and home-style cooking at the Wilder House restaurant. Plymouth Old Home Day is a great opportunity to explore Plymouth Notch, one of the best-preserved presidential sites in the country. Twelve buildings will be open to the public, including award-winning exhibits. The President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site is open daily through Oct. 22, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call 802-672-3773 or visit historicsites. vermont.gov.
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Thursday, Aug. 3, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Jay Craven’s new seaside film drama, “Peter and John,” will play Rutland’s Paramount Theatre at 7 p.m.,Thursday, Aug. 3. “Peter and John” marks Craven’s eighth narrative film based in New England — and it was nominated for a 2016 New England Emmy. The director’s previous pictures include five collaborations with Vermont writer Howard Frank Mosher, among them “Northern Borders,” with Bruce Dern and Genevieve Bujold; “Disappearances,” with Kris Kristofferson; and “Where the Rivers Flow North” with Rip Torn, Tantoo Cardinal, and Michael J. Fox. “Peter and John” is based on the 19th century novel “Pierre et Jean” by Guy de Maupassant and it’s set in 1872 Nantucket, during the island’s “ghost period” — after the decline of whaling, before the rise of tourism, and in the New England shadow of the Civil War. The film tells the story of two brothers whose relationship strains when the younger one receives news of an unexpected inheritance — and both brothers become attracted to the same young woman who arrives on their island. Maupassant’s novel was widely credited for helping to change the course of narrative fiction through its detailed psychological characterizations. Tolstoy and Nabokov both cited the novel as an influence. In a letter to his brother Theo, Vincent Van Gogh cited Maupassant for the visual power of the novel’s detailed seaside setting. A film trailer can be seen at vimeo.com/116906319. “Peter and John” stars 2014 Golden Globe winner Jacqueline Bisset (“Bullitt,” Truffaut’s “Day for Night”); Christian Coulson (“The Hours,” “Harry Potter: Chamber of Secrets,” “Nashville”); Shane Patrick Kearns (“Blue Collar Boys”); Diane Guerrero (“Orange is the New Black,” “Jane the Virgin”); and Gordon Clapp (“Matewan,” “Eight Men Out,” “Glengarry Glen Ross”). Craftsbury resident Abbey Volmer also plays a cameo role in the film. “Peter and John” was shot on Nantucket and it was produced through the Movies From Marlboro (MfM) program, a biennial film intensive semester jointly produced by Marlboro College and Kingdom County Productions. For this ambitious production, 22 filmmaking professionals mentored and collaborated with 32 students from 12 colleges (Wellesley, Mount Holyoke, Boston College, University of Vermont, Lyndon State College, Dartmouth, Smith, Sarah Lawrence, Emerson, Antioch, London School of the Arts, and Marlboro). Jay Craven’s seven feature films have played in 58 countries and 73 festivals, including Sundance — with special screenings at the Smithsonian, Lincoln Center, Le Cinémathèque Française, the Constitutional Court of Johannesburg, and others. Craven’s commitment to New England place-based filmmaking was recently profiled by Orion magazine that wrote: “Jay Craven has come closer than any other filmmaker to realizing [American poet, essayist, and film theorist] Vachel Lindsay’s dream of a vital regional cinema that embodies the character and genius of a place in all its mystery, magnificence, and pain.” Paramount Theatre is located at 30 Center St., Rutland. Tickets are available at the door. For more information, visit kingdomcounty.org or paramountvt.org.
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Sunday, Aug. 6, 4 p.m.— ROCHESTER—The Rochester Chamber Music Society in association with the Vermont Festival of The Arts will present a baroque concert on period instruments, Sunday, Aug. 6 at 4 p.m. at the Federated Church of Rochester. Artistic Director Cynthia Huard on harpsichord will be joined by several string performers from the Boston area and Vermont’s own double bassist, Evan Premo. The afternoon concert will feature J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050; and Bach Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067. Performers include Na’ama Lion, flute; Julia McKenzie and Gigi Turgeon, violins; Anna Griffis, viola; Rebecca Shaw, cello; Evan Premo, bass; and Cynthia Huard, harpsichord. Admission is by donation. For information, call 802-7679234 or visit rcmsvt.org.
ArtisTree Mu Festival beg magic of Aug. 11-13—SOUTH POMFRET—ArtisTree is excited to announce its Music Theatre Festival, Aug. 11-Oct. 22 in the Grange Theatre, a new state-of-the-art, 90-seat venue in South Pomfret. The ArtisTree Music Theatre Festival features four musicals showcasing both local and New York talent, including a youth production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid, Jr.,” Aug. 1113; “Always Patsy Cline,” Aug. 25-Sept. 10; “Godspell,” Sept. 15-Oct. 1 and “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” Oct. 6222. Tickets are available online at artistreevt.org or by “We wanted to open the new theatre with a bang!” said Chris Flockton, ArtisTree’s director of theatre arts. “And what better way than with four terrific musicals with
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New Dakotas bring indie music to Brandon Saturday, Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—New Dakotas are a folk-rock-pop-psych band based in the Boston area, comprised of Alasdair MacKenzie (drums, vocals), Chris Haley (guitar, vocals), Juan Carlos Fernandez del Castillo (piano), and David Baler (bass). The band is out on tour during summer break; MacKenzie, Haley, and del Castillo attend Harvard College and Baler attends New York University. Brandon Music welcomes them on Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m. The group performs “upbeat and infectious pop rock” (Middle Tennessee Music) but concert goers will also fall for their infectious personalities. too. They released a self-titled debut EP of original songs earlier this year which has had people talking. Obscure Sound thought the EP was “a pleasantly introspective collection,” and has high hopes for the group, adding “If this is just the beginning of what they offer, then I truly believe good things are to come.” With influences like the Beatles, Beach Boys, Bob Dylan, Big Star, Fleet Foxes and Ben Folds, New Dakotas likes to give people something to move to. They do some covers but mostly perform original songs which aim to be easy to dance to and sing along with. This event is a part of Vermont Arts 2017, celebrating public funding for the arts. Concert tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. Call 802247-4295 for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Rd., Brandon.
Courtesy of Brandon Music
NEW DAKOTAS
usic Theatre gins with the f Disney huge audience appeal?” Disney’s “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” will be performed at the culmination of a two-week summer camp by young people, ages 7-18 years, from all over the Upper Valley. It’s an incredible opportunity for young performers to learn stagecraft from theatre professionals. The production is directed by Marc de la Concha. To give the community a sneak peek at the new facility, The Grange Theatre will host an open house Saturday, Aug. 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join in and celebrate this new community space with facility tours, live music, and light refreshments. It is located at 65 Stage Road, So. Pomfret. For more information, visit artistreevt.org.
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Bring CA$H FOR ‘quick buys’ at sidewalk sales!! Many $1, $5, $10 & $15 items.
Sidewalk Sales 8/4 & 8/5
Sale in store if inclement weather.
20% off 1 reg. pricing clothing item.
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By Polly Lynn
Winter in August was held in Vermont Farmers Food Center for a few years. It moves back outside this year.
Winter in August moves back outside this year
Tuesday, Aug. 8, 5 p.m.— RUTLAND—The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce’s 36th annual Winter in August celebration will be held Tuesday, Aug. 8, 5-8 p.m. The event is moving back outside this year, under the tents to Merchants Row, between West and Center streets. Winter in August is held annually in recognition of the ski industry’s contribution to the regional economy. Approximately 500 people attend each year including local, state and U.S. dignitaries. Restaurants donate portions of food; there are bars set up; and a deejay adds to the festivities. The following restaurants, businesses and associations will be on hand serving great food: Baxter’s at Rutland Country Club; Bueno Burrito; Cape Air; Casella Waste
Systems; Charity’s; Come Alive Outside; Fire It Up Pizza; Franklin’s; Franklin Conference Center; Greenfield’s Restaurant at Holiday Inn; Killington Resort; Rutland Leadership Project; MVRTD/The Bus; NBT Bank; Okemo Mountain; Red Clover Inn; Rotary Club of Rutland; Sam’s Steakhouse; Sun Common; The Mentor Connector; The Palm’s; The Vermont Country Store; The Vermont Truffle Company; True North Juice/Bikram Yoga; Yellow Deli and more. The Chamber acknowledges the efforts of the participants with the the Best Taste award judged by a chef-led panel. There will also be a People’s Choice award. Tickets are $9 in advance through Aug. 4, at rutlandvermont.com. Tickets will be $10 at the door.
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FOOD 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 daily specials. (802) 422-4411
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.
Bridgewater Corners
Pop on in to the Bridgewater Corners Country Store for a quick and delicious breakfast on the go. Local favorites include the breakfast burrito or wrap and freshly baked doughnuts, muffins, bagels and English muffins. Or try one of their signature sandwiches. You can also call ahead to avoid the wait. www.bridgewatercornerstore.com (802) 672-6241
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. www.choices-restaurant.com (802) 422-4030
Clear River Tavern
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“Great burgers, pizza, salads and steaks await you at this hidden gem on 10 acres off Route 100 in Pittsfield. Summer is here, so it’s time to enjoy our outdoor seating and activities like horseshoes, disc golf, volleyball and cornhole. We’re open daily at 3 PM and our friendly staff serves food until 10 PM and drinks even later, making you feel right at home. Our live music schedule will keep you entertained and we’re sure you’ll agree...”When You’re Here, You’re in The Clear” 802-746-8999 www.clearrivertavern.com
Irish Pub
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L ng Trail
Inn at Long Trai
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. Reservations are appreciated. http://innatlongtrail.com/Home.html (802) -775-7181
Foundry
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 slate 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
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) 422-533
Jones’ Donuts
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 Classic Italian Cuisine
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, pizza, daily fresh hot panini, roast chicken, salad 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
Old World Tradition
fresh. simple. delicious! 1/2 price appetizers & flaTbreads DAILY from 4-5 p.m.
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. liquidartvt.com/menu/ (802) 422-2787
EAT FRESH & LOCAL
OPEN DAILY AT 4 P.M.
Vermont Inspired New-American Cuisine
SUNDAY DINNERS Choose any Entree from sunday dinner menu plus soup or salad and includes 2 meatballs per person
Serving from 6:00 PM Tuesday thru Saturday in the Dining Room and at the bar in the Great Room
4-6 p.m. only $20 each adult; $10 each child
pasta | veal | Chicken seafood | steak | flatbreads
422-3293 First on the Killington RoaD
At the Covered Carriageway 37 Butler Road, Killington birchridge.com • 802.422.4293
Reservations Welcomed
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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 and happy hour is from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Open daily at noon and serving until 10 p.m. on Friday. www.lookoutvt.com (802) 422-5665
Mendon Mini Golf and Snack Bar
Mendon Mini Golf and Snack Bar serves a variety of dining options that include Handmade Burgers, Dogs, Grilled Chicken, Fish, Hand-cut Fries, and many other meals and sides. Also choose from 11 flavors of Hershey’s Ice Cream. Now offering soft serve ice cream. 776-4921 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 & Resort
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Whether staying overnight or visiting for the day, Mountain Top’s Dining Room & Tavern serve delicious cuisine amidst one of Vermont’s best views. A mix of locally inspired and International cuisine – including salads, seafood, poultry and a new steakhouse menu - your taste buds are sure to be satisfied. Choose from 12 Vermont craft brews on tap. Dine on the terrace for lunch or dinner and enjoy the view! Just a short drive from Killington. www.mountaintopinn.com 802.483.2311
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
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. 802-755-2290, redcloverinn.com
Rosemary’s
Rosemary’s was built around an indoor boulder,features an illuminated garden view, and photographs capturing the Inn’s history. Chef Daniel Molina, who comes to us from from Salubre Trattoria and the Canoe Club¬†¬†in Hanover, blends the flavors of Ireland with those of countryside New England created with a host of fresh local Vermont and New England seafood products. We take pride in serving you only the best quality, and supporting the local farmers. innatlongtrail.com 802-775-7181
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.
1/2 price wine on sundays open mon.+tues. 8am-3pm & thur.-sun. 8am-10pm
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
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Sushi Yoshi
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. Now open year round. www.vermontsushi.com (802) 422-4241
VERMONT
Farmers Market
CREDIT/DEBIT AND EBT CARDS ACCEPTED |802.342.4727 | VTFARMERSMARKET.ORG
“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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GROCERY MEATS AND SEAFOOD
beer and wine DELICATESSEN BAKERY
PIZZA
CATERING
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go www.killingtonmarket.com Hours: Open 7 days a week 6:30 am - 9:30 pm. 2023 KILLINGTON ROAD 802-422-7736 • Deli 422-7594 • ATM
• 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
All entrées include two sides and soup or salad
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SUMMER MARKET Depot Park Downtown Rutland VT Wednesdays 3-6pm & Sat 9am-2pm Now through October
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FAIR HAVEN MARKET at the Fair Haven Park 3-6pm Thursdays beginning June 8th
Wed. - Thurs. 5-9 p.m., Fri. - Sat. 5-10:30 p.m., Sun. 5-9 p.m. 1/2 price wines by the glass on Sunday’s
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“The locally favored spot for consistently good, unpretentious fare.” -N.Y. Times, 2008
422-4030 • 2820 KILLINGTON RD. WWW.CHOICES-RESTAURANT.COM
LIVING A.D.E.
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Billings Farm & Museum
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at the Billings Farm
Saturday, August 5, 2017 6:30 p.m. (doors open @ 5:30 p.m.)
A professional outdoor classical ballet performance accompanied by a string sextet playing Vivaldi
Tour the farm & bring your picnic!
Tickets:
69 Old River Rd.
Woodstock, VT
802-457-2355 www.billingsfarm.org * * *
69 Old River Rd.
Woodstock, VT
Serving Breakfast & lunch 7am-2pm daily Breakfast all day, lunch after 11am Come to our sugarhouse for the best breakfast around! After breakfast check out our giftshop for all your souvenier, gift, and maple syrup needs. We look forward to your visit! Sugar & Spice Restaurant & Gift Shop Rt. 4 Mendon, VT 802-773-7832 www.vtsugarandspice.com
Billings Farm & Museum Gateway to Vermont’s Rural Heritage
Antique Tractor Day Sunday, August 6, 2017 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tractors
dating from the
1930s - 1970s Tractor-Drawn Wagon Rides
Courtesy of Okemo Mountain Resort
Festival-goers enjoy cold beverages on a hot day during Okemo’s Hops in the Hills event.
Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival returns to Okemo, Aug. 4-6
Aug. 4-6—LUDLOW—Okemo Mountain Resort will host its annual Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival Aug. 4-6. This is a Vermont Chamber of Commerce “Top Ten Summer Event.” Okemo’s Jackson Gore Inn courtyard will be the setting for enjoying the great outdoors and sampling a variety of beer and wine from regional and national producers. Live concerts will accompany the tasting all three days and an on-site marketplace will feature food trucks and craft vendors. On Saturday, festival attendees will determine the 2017 Okemo Valley Chicken Wing Champion. Returning this year to the courtyard at the Jackson Gore Inn, Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival has become a true family event with soda sampling for kids and the festival’s close proximity to Okemo’s Adventure Zone and all the amenities of the Inn.
This year’s Chicken Wing Champion will be announced at the end of the day, Aug. 5. Admission is free and open to all ages. Soft drinks and food items will be available for purchase from a variety of food trucks, the Adventure Zone Waffle Cabin, Okemo’s barbecue or Coleman Brook Tavern. Beer and wine tasters must be 21 or older and present a valid ID. Pricing for tasting varies according to the size and style of drinkware purchased. Sampling portions range in size from three ounces for wine up to 25 ounces for beer, cider and mead. Each sampling glass is sold with three tasting tickets and additional tickets are available. Okemo’s Adventure Zone and Evolution Bike Park will be operating throughout the weekend. For more information, call 802228-1600 or visit okemo.com.
Opera North and Pentangle Arts premiere “Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened” Monday, Aug. 7, 6 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—Opera North and Pentangle Arts are thrilled to present the Vermont premiere of “Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened,” a film by Lonny Price, at the Woodstock Town Hall Theatre on Monday, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. The evening will include a talk-back after the screening with Jim Walton (currently starring in Opera North’s “Kiss Me, Kate”) and David Cady, who are featured in the film and starred in the legendary Broadway musical “Merrily We Roll Along,” upon which the film is based. “Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened” is a documentary which takes a now-and-then behind-the scenes look at one of Stephen Sondheim’s and Harold Prince’s most beloved works. “Merrily We Roll Along” opened on Broadway to enormous fanfare in 1981, but closed after only 16 performances. Lonny Price was a member of the original Broadway
Tractor Parade @ 1:00 p.m.
cast, which also included Jim Walton, David Cady, Ann Morrison, Jason Alexander, Geoffrey Horne, David Loud, Daisy Prince, Liz Callaway, Tonya Pinkins and Giancarlo Esposito. The film features interviews with original cast members as well as Stephen Sondheim, Mandy Patinkin, Adam Guettel, Frank Rich, and others. While the original production closed shortly after opening, the show gradually assumed legendary status and the film focuses on the special place it hold in their hearts. The New York Times called it among the top 10 movies of 2016; Rolling Stone wrote:“Mesmerizing, indispensable”; and Entertainment Weekly said: “A Triumph.” The evening will feature a pre-screening reception in the foyer of the theatre.Tickets are $10 for the screening and talk back; $30 for the reception, screening and talk back. Purchase online at squareup.com/store/pentanglemovies or call 802-457-3981.
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Hops in the Hills attendees will be able to sample beverages from a selection of nearly 100 beers, ciders and meads, plus more than 30 fine wines. Festival hours are 5-9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 4; noon-8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5; and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6. The musical lineup for the weekend includes East Coast Soul on Friday evening; Shark Martin, Rek’Lis and Joshua Panda Party on Saturday; and Jake Kulak & The Lowdown and Saints & Liars on Sunday. In addition to beer and wine sampling on Saturday, Hops in the Hills attendees may take part in determining this year’s winner of the Okemo Valley Chicken Wing Championship. Each $5 pack of tickets allows guests to sample five chicken wings prepared by seven local restaurants, and cast one vote for their favorite wing.
Birthdays | Receptions | Customer or Employee Appreciation Days | Company Picnics Family Reunions | Fund Raisers | School events | Grand openings and so much more!
All money is donated to The Foley Cancer Center. www.happycowcones.com Like us on Facebook 802-236-2909 (Mr Moo)
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LIVING A.D.E.
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Pop-up gallery holds raffle through Aug. 11 RUTLAND—Until its closing reception on Aug. 11, SPACE Pop Up Art Gallery, located at 116 Merchants Row, Rutland, is hosting an art raffle for a photography print on canvas of ambassador to Rutland Steve Costello’s photo, “Meeri’s Legacy.” Perfect for bird-lovers or any empty mantle, the 30” x 40” print is a stunning shot of a peregrine falcon. All proceeds from the raffle will go toward covering the gallery’s operating expenses. Raffle tickets are $10, but watch for flash BOGO sales for short periods of time. Stop by the gallery to purchase tickets, or visit nwwvt.org/donations/2649/. The raffle drawing will take place at the end of the closing reception on Aug. 11, when the Rutland Art Walk concludes for the night. Courtesy of Middletown Spring Historical Society
RACHELLE CHASE
Courtesy of SVM
Brother and sister David and Lana Armstrong of Poultney create chalk art at Slate Valley Museum.
Youth invited to unleash inner artists at chalk-art fest Friday, Aug. 4, 7 p.m.—GRANVILLE, N.Y.—The Slate Valley Museum welcomes families with youth in grades K-12 to unleash their inner artist and create their own chalk drawings in a friendly art competition at the 3rd annual Chalk Art Festival happening First Friday, Aug. 4 from 7-9 p.m. Youth are invited to make chalk art on the museum’s sidewalks, slate stones, or slate “canvases.” A panel of jurors will select winning artworks in three age groups, each of which will win art prizes. Activities for the fes-
tival will include chalk drawing on slate, hopscotch, and tic-tac-toe, as well as ice chalk and chalk bomb art, and other art-related activities. Activities will be held outside on the cultural campus surrounding the museum. There will also be some adult art muralists on hand to create chalk masterpieces. The first 50 kids through the door will receive a free ice cream cone and a rainbow box of chalk. Participation in the artwork competition is free. Slate Valley Museum is located at 17 Water St., Granville, N.Y. For more information, visit slatevalleymuseum.org.
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TUBING on the White River NOW OPEN FOR THE SUMMER!
450 Tubes - Shuttle Vans
• 902 Route 100 North • Stockbridge, VT
Call For Info
802-746-8106
Rachelle Chase will discuss new book, “Lost Buxton,” in Middletown Springs Saturday, Aug. 5, 3 p.m.—MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS—Author Rachelle Chase will present a multimedia program, “Buxton, Iowa: The Town that Vermonter Ben Buxton Built,” at the Middletown Springs Historical Society on Saturday, Aug. 5, at 3 p.m. In 1900, at a time when Jim Crow laws, segregation, and the Ku Klux Klan kept blacks and whites separated, Vermonter Ben C. Buxton, a superintendent for the Consolidation Coal Company, established Buxton, Iowa. Buxton was a thriving coal mining town where African Americans and Caucasians lived, worked, and went to school side by side. African Americans — miners, teachers, business owners, doctors, lawyers, and more — made up more than half of the population for the first 10 years and remained the largest ethnic group until 1914. By 1922, Buxton was a ghost town. Using rare photographs and audio clips from former residents, the presentation highlights Ben Buxton and shows how Buxton differed from other mining towns and how it became the largest unincorporated town in Iowa. Rachelle Chase is a senior business analyst for Fortune 500 companies, model, and published romance and nonfiction author, who has hosted successful talk shows and appeared on local and national television and radio. Her latest book, “Lost Buxton,” was released Jan. 9. Refreshments will be served and museum exhibits on Middletown Springs history will be on view during the afternoon from 2 p.m. Admission is free and the building is handicapped accessible. For more information, call 802-235-2376.
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PETPersonals
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AXEL - 1-year-old neutered male. Pit Bull. I am on the go guy and I will need a lot of exercise and play time to keep me happy and out of trouble. Hikes, walks and other outdoor adventures sound like lots of fun so I hope I get to go along with my new family.
MAMBO - 1-year-old spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Orange tiger. I am as sweet as they come. I am a social gal and will follow you wherever you go so get ready to have me in your lap as soon as you sit down! I have had quite the adventurous life and would like to stay safe indoors.
ARMANI - 6-month-old spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Gray and white. If you are looking for a sweet girl to brighten your day then here I am! I am as cute as can be and did I mention I am super loveable. I am young and full of life so if I sound like the kitty for you come for a visit.
BELLA NOCHE - 3-year-old spayed female. Pit Bull. I’m an adorable, friendly gal. I enjoy going for walks and have nice leash manners. I know basic commands and learn quickly. I’m very sweet and I love getting belly rubs, lots of love and attention. I enjoy going for car rides, too.
PHARENA - 9-year-old spayed female. Boxer mix. I’m a super sweet, older lady who enjoys being with people. I’m still have a spring in my step for a dog my age. I walk nicely on a leash and I’m looking forward to walks and other outdoor activities.
VINNY - 1.5-year-old neutered male. Domestic Short Hair. Brown and white tabby. The name is Vinny and as you can see I am quite the catch. I have been on quite the adventure and got a taste for the great outdoors and you know what? It is not for me! I am affectionate and like the indoors.
BELLAROO - 1-year-old spayed female. Domestic Medium Hair. Black and white. I am an adorable little stray girl. Not a whole lot is known about me being a stray, but everyone here is saying I am a social butterfly. I have some extremely soft fur and love when people pay attention to me.
TWEEDLE - 7-year-old spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Gray tabby with white. I am as cute as a button. I am a little shy at first but once I start getting a scratch or two behind the ears I will be your best friend. I am perfectly content lounging around and napping, I would make a great cuddle buddy!
COCO - 1-year-old spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Brown and Gray Tabby. I am as lovely as they come! I am friendly and I absolutely love attention. I am famous for being a lap cat and I am okay with that. I like being inside where it’s safe and warm and I would prefer to keep it that way.
PEPE - 5-year-old neutered male. Chihuahua. I’m a sweet, quiet fella and I am a lap dog for sure. I also enjoy being carried around. And at just under six pounds I’m pretty easy to carry. I’m easy to have around and will bring you lots of joy.
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Springfield Humane Society
RUBEN I am just like a Ruben sandwich. I maybe a mix of several different “ingredients”, but in the end I am just what you are craving! I am a goofy 2-year-old, who loves to have fun! I need an owner to obedience train me, and with my love of food I am very excited about this! Come visit me, Ruben. Call 802-885-3997 for more information or stop by 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 4:30 p.m.
GABE - 6-year-old neutered male. Chihuahua mix. If you’re looking for a lap dog I may be a good match for you. You see, as soon as you sit down I will happily come over to you and look at you and my eyes are saying “Please pick me up and put me on your lap!”
ROXIE - 6-year-old spayed female. Pit Bull. I’m a friendly, social and sweet lady and I know you’ll smile when we meet. I’m very playful and Frisbees, plush toys, and tug toys are my favorites. I’m also quite smart and I know Sit, Stay, Down, Come and Shake.
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CHIQUITA Hi! My name’s Chiquita and I’m a 16-year-old spayed female. I was brought to Lucy Mackenzie when my owner abandoned me. Can you believe that? Somebody just never came back from me. Well, there were two of us and my cat companion has been adopted. It’s OK, though. She went to a really great home and I’m happy for her. I live in a quiet room at the shelter because I like things to be quiet. I like to be petted and I like my canned food. Fancy Feast is my food of choice! I’m really an easy-going senior gal that hopes to spend her twilight years in the comfort of a home with somebody that won’t abandon me. If you have room in your home and heart (and Fancy Feast!), stop in and meet me today! Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society is located at 4832 Route 44, West Windsor. We’re open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 12 - 4 p.m. Reach us daily at 802-484-LUCY. Visit us at www.lucymac.org, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. We hope to see you soon!
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Moon entering Sagittarius brings celebration of light
By Cal Garrison, aka Mother of the Skye
This week’s Horoscopes are coming out under the light of a Scorpio Moon. On July 31, at approximately 7:10 a.m. (EST) the Moon will turn Void-of-Course, and remain in that condition until 8:10 a.m. (EST) on Tuesday morning, Aug. 1. That means we had one whole day to roll down our stockings, light up a smoke, and forget about the usual grind. The minute the moon enters Sagittarius on Aug. 1, things will shift and we will be off and running because this week is the beginning of the Sundance, the Althing, and the annual gathering of the clans. It is the most potent and jubilant time of the year. Make no mistake, what the Northern tribes refer to as Lughnassah, is filled with potency, light, and creativity. Within those energies, we can begin to identify that which is pure, authentically beautiful, and true. During my stay in “broken hip rehab,” a young man was part of the team of people who kept watch over me day and night. The first day I was there he walked into the room and I thought I was looking at the Archangel Michael. That morning, I was crying, and a little afraid. He told me not to worry. He said ,“I’ve lived through five motorcycle accidents. Every bone in my body is filled with titanium; trust me, you’ll be able to walk again.”Something about the way he said it, made me believe. Every day after that he came to see me whenever he could, sometimes just to stop in and give me a hug. I told him, “I don’t know what it is about you, but you carry so much light, I feel totally blessed in your presence.” Then I asked him to tell me when he was born – Aug. 5 was his response. All of a sudden, I knew why he lit up the room every time he entered. He was born on Lughnassah – a triple Leo who felt like an Archangel because he was channeling so much pure, white light. I will never forget him. I don’t know where your joy lies, but whatever it takes to roll it out, give yourself a chance to open your heart to the pulse that lives inside this cross-quarter. You don’t have to be born at this time to access these energies. If you can touch them even for a moment, and can bring them home to the place inside yourself that is made of love, and authentically beautiful and true, be sure to let it radiate out and share all of it with everyone you meet, and with all of life everywhere – like the young man who filled me with light and befriended me at a time when my body was in pain, and my heart was full of fear. Let me leave you with that thought, and invite you to take what you can from this week’s ‘scopes.
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ou, of all people, are totally aware of how amazing you are. Your gifts are endless, and your ability to hold space for the light, in the middle of the deepest darkness is your strong suit. For the next few weeks, multiple forces will test your courage and your endless strength. Within that it is vital that you get your ego out of the way and remain in a state of total integrity. If there are forces that have the capacity to disarm you right now, they will come from external sources that could drag you down, or trick you into believing you are less than you are. Keep the faith, my friend.
itting here in limbo, all by yourself, what seems a little lonely and strange is in fact a chance to get into your own thing. Being someone who is always there for other people, and who slips into co-dependence whenever duty calls, for the next week or two, the waters of the Red Sea will part and open the space for you to give to yourself. Believe it or not, inside this emptiness the creative urge is working overtime. In the stillness of your own heart, and in the silence that comes when the wine glasses stop tinkling and the conversation stops, you are about to begin, all over again.
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he master plan never looks the way we expect it to. If you think you’ve got this all figured out, guess again. Right now, your life is about letting go and letting God show you that it’s easier to stay in the moment if you want to stay current with what’s going on. The things that looked a hell of a lot worse a few months ago have arranged themselves into a “neater” sort of mess and you seem to be OK with all of it; including whatever it takes to be accountable for the part you played in all of this. An open heart is crucial to every aspect of your growth process. Keep it up.
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ou keep pushing this rock up a hill. In some cases it’s clear to me that persistence will pay off. In other cases? The stubborn adherence to goals that have nothing to justify the effort is just plain stupid. Those of you who have woken up inside, and are free of the lies that prevent all good things from coming to fruition, will be free and clear within one year. If you are in the stubborn category, and your denial mechanisms only serve to keep you convinced that you are right about things that have “wrong” written all over them, it’s time to smarten up and change your ways.
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hat were you thinking? If you thought this would be easy, you’re getting a taste of more than you bargained for. What you’re looking at right now isn’t measuring up. If you can’t see the beauty in what you’ve created, it’s time to recharge your point of view and find the light here. It isn’t your usual style to be hypercritical. Some part of you must have expected more, or expected something different. PS: here you are, left with what you’ve got. Happiness is all about “loving what is.” Look for what’s perfect in your situation and learn to make the best of it.
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ou have no way of knowing what’ll happen next because things have shifted into a neutral zone that disallows any sense of certainty. This is feeling either good or bad, depending on how you roll. The tendency to have a problem with life whenever your pictures aren’t perfect has many of you whining about the fact that they aren’t looking the way you want them to at the moment. If that’s how it is, it’s time to start looking at what’s in front of you instead of what you had in mind. Get over the need to control everything. Letting it go is always where things are at for you guys.
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ell here you are; ready for anything. This could turn out to be a dream come true, but don’t discount the idea that your hopes are a hell of a lot higher than what you are about to experience. You need to keep your feet on the ground and be careful not to put too much faith in the wrong people. Too much pie-inthe-sky is a big “No-No” right now. Keep things simple. Just follow your heart. Some of you are getting hassled by lesser mortals. Their motives are sketchy at best. These days there is no room for that kind of manipulation. Never fear. You will be vindicated in no time.
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he work component is amping up in a huge way. As far as you guys are concerned, this is where you get to find yourself. When your beautiful heart gets to the place where you feel lost, you can sometimes go totally overboard and work at the expense of your health. Lately the past and many things that are hard for you to reckon with have been boiling over. To ignore or try to shove any of it under the rug is foolish. In this polarized reality, half of who we are is dark; 50 percent of your creativity lives there. Don’t let your perfection trips keep you from embracing it.
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he act of coming into your own isn’t necessarily a walk in the park. Watching the layers peel off, you notice that others are confused by this change you’re going through. They don’t teach us how to deal with these things in school, and the things that make us smart often have more to do with the emotional component than they do with our resume or our credentials. You can’t figure out why this is so hard. That’s OK. As you get closer to the truth of what’s going on you will start to unravel some of the deeper mysteries that surround the feeling that you’re about to explode.
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trip to the movies would be less interesting than the one you’re in. How things got this crazy is hard to figure but, as long as you’re willing to roll with the punches it’ll work out just fine. For the next few months life is going to be about noticing your behavior in situations that involve invasive people and over the top expectations. The tendency to be a soft touch could see you falling prey to those who can’t take care of themselves, or who use you as a means to an end. It’s time to consider your own worth and be clear about where you stop and other people begin.
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our friends have been dropping like flies. It’s hard for you to know why. As you do your best to deal with the sense of heart break and rejection it becomes important to harness your amazing ability to see the forest for the trees. In cycles, every aspect of our experience gets overhauled. When this happens what appears to be falling away is actually making way for something new and better to enter. If you look around, a whole new raft of people is floating into your space. Open your heart to their input, and don’t get stuck mourning over what is going out with the tide.
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o one needs to tell you that people have a tendency to take advantage of your goodness and generosity. In many cases, those closest to you are the main culprits. It’s totally OK to keep on giving, but when it gets to the point where it hurts you to persist, it’s best to let the element of discernment kick in. Be mindful of what you give, but be wise enough to keep an eye on what you get in return. There are other aspects of your reality that could use a little pick-me-up: you know what they involve. The outer stuff will keep. Don’t procrastinate when it comes to your inner work.
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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We’ve come a long way from where we began What does it mean that the music video for “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth is now the most viewed YouTube clip of all time? First of all, given the initial conception of YouTube as a repository for user-created (or at least user-uploaded) video, it’s kind of disappointing—although deeply unsurprising—that the most viewed clip is a big-budget music video made by Warner Music Group for a summer blockbuster by Universal generation y Pictures; it reflects what apby brett yates pears to be a permanent victory for top-down content production, seeing as how the last amateur clip to hold the coveted title was “Charlie Bit My Finger” back in 2007, which was preceded by “The Evolution of Dance” in 2006. Both were crudely shot home movies featuring non-celebrities, but when Lady Gaga and her glamorous “Bad Romance” video unseated the precociously British lament of a cheeky malingering child, that brief moment in which it seemed suddenly possible for the likes of you and me to climb higher than the stars passed. “See You Again” feels even more corporate than “Bad Romance,” which at least bore the mark of some individual artistry. “Bad Romance” was actually a pretty fun song at the time, but “See You Again,” a syrupy paean to male friendship, is such a forgettable ballad that, when I came across headlines in July that it had reached Number 1 on YouTube, the tune that popped into my head upon seeing the title was in fact the superior 2007 Miley Cyrus hit of the same name. The success of Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again”— which was allegedly written in 10 minutes by a 23-year-old vocalist and keyboardist of minor note, Charlie Puth, only two days after he’d moved to Los Angeles to pursue a music career—may owe less to the quality of the song than to its sentimental connection to actor Paul Walker’s 2013 car accident death.
CLIPS FROM THE “FAST AND FURIOUS” SERIES, COMPRISED MOSTLY OF HANDSOME MEN STARING MEANINGFULLY AT EACH OTHER, IS REMARKABLY GOOD AT DISTILLING THE HOMOEROTIC EMOTIONAL UNDERPINNING OF THIS ACTION SERIES. Walker had been the star of the long-running “Fast and Furious” action franchise but had passed away during the filming of “Furious 7.” The movie was finished anyway, and in post-production the studio embarked on a quest to locate the perfect Paul Walker Death Anthem for the closing credits; Puth’s submission was one of many. When the execs took to it, they hired Wiz Khalifa to add two of the laziest rap verses in hip-hop history (the latter of which contains not a single actual rhyme), plus an auto-tuned refrain: “How can we not talk about family when family’s all that we got?” The treacly song is unambiguously bad, but the music video, shot inside a perpetual sunset of slick melancholy, with interspersed clips from the “Fast and Furious” series, comprised mostly of handsome men staring meaningfully at each other, is remarkably good at distilling the homoerotic emotional underpinning of this action series, isolating nearly every purely “human” moment that had occurred within a franchise where the stars had previously been thought to play second fiddle to a menagerie of hightech sports cars. Paul Walker’s untimely death was, perhaps, the moment when fans realized that they didn’t really care that much about car chases; they were buying tickets to witness the interpersonal relationships that were clumsily asserted around the edges of the movies’ action sequences by Vin Diesel’s frequent, if somewhat faltering, assertions of the importance of “family,” which, for him and his Furious Gen Y, page 28
Forest tent caterpillars — Rain on a sunny day?
By Lisa Niccolai
Walk through a hardwood forest this month and it may seem more like October than July. Trees that normally provide cool shade have bare crowns with just a hint of green. And is the bark on that
THE OUTSIDE STORY sugar maple moving? This is not a trick of the light: you are, in fact, in the middle of a forest tent caterpillar outbreak. Despite the name, forest tent caterpillars don’t actually build tents like their cousins the Eastern tent caterpillars. Instead, you’ll find them congregated on silken mats on tree trunks or branches. If you’re in an infested area, they won’t be hard to find. Sugar maples and aspen are often the favorite host species in the Northeast, as well as birch, cherry, basswood, and ash. The caterpillars emerge in early spring and gather together to stay warm. This is important: the faster they grow, the lower the chance of being eaten by birds or attacked by other pests or pathogens. In the early stages, they move as a pack, following secreted silken trails to feed at the best sites. As they grow bigger, they become increasingly independent: the weather is warming and the competition for food is increasing. Over a period of seven to eight weeks, the caterpillars complete five stages of development. During the final two stages, the caterpillar may consume about 80 percent of the total food taken. It’s also when they produce the largest quantity of fecal pellets, or “frass.” If you stand in the forest in an outbreak area it may sound like it’s raining, but it’s actually the sound of the frass hitting the forest floor. By mid-July, the mature caterpillars are nearly two inches long. They have a broad band of blue along each side and a row of whitish keyhole-shaped spots down the center of their backs. They are ready to seek a protected spot, perhaps in the leaves, or under a bit of bark, to build a cocoon. They will emerge two weeks later as a rather bland brown moth ready to look for a mate. Once this is accomplished, the females will disperse and lay up to 350 eggs in the upper-crown branches of a host tree. The larvae overwinter in dark brown egg masses and hatch in the spring. The caterpillar population follows a boom and bust cycle with outbreaks occurring every decade or so — New Hampshire, Vermont, and parts of Quebec are a few years into a population boom phase. During an outbreak year, extensive areas can be completely defoliated. In 2016, the Vermont Department of Forest Parks and Recreation
estimated 24,500 acres were defoliated. According to Barbara Schultz, the forest health program manager for the state, 2017 is expected to be even worse. She said that state researchers won’t know for sure until they do flyover estimates later in July. However, according to Schultz, the cool wet spring may have helped to spread fungal and viral diseases that control the caterpillar population. People have been reporting dead caterpillars, which indicates that natural controls are at work. Generally, after about three years of heavy caterpillar defoliation, the population collapses due to natural causes, though there have been outbreaks that have lasted as long as seven years. Forest tent caterpillars are native to New Hampshire and Vermont. An outbreak may look pretty terrible, but the trees have evolved with this pest and have usually stored enough energy to survive. Historically, weather, natural parasites, predators, and disease control the population before serious long-term damage can occur. Lisa Niccolai is a forester and land trust consultant who lives in East Thetford,Vermont. The illustration for this column was drawn by Adelaide Tyrol. The Outside Story is assigned and edited by Northern Woodlands magazine, and sponsored by the Wellborn Ecology Fund of New Hampshire Charitable Foundation: wellborn@nhcf.org.
Charts that matter
In early July, Financial Times (FT) published a story titled “Five markets charts that matter for investors.” Among the issues
MONEY MATTERS BY KEVIN THEISSEN addressed in the charts were the bond market bear watch. The yield on 10-year German Bunds (Germany’s government bonds)
reached an 18-month high of 0.58 percent recently. Yields rose after the European Central Bank’s Mario Draghi indicated its stimulus efforts would end at some point. When bond yields rise, bond values fall, and that makes rising interest rates quite a significant event for anyone who holds lower yielding bonds. In the United States, ten-year U.S. Treasuries moved to a seven-week high last week and then dipped lower following the release of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting minutes, reported CNBC.com. Another report is on the finan-
cial companies gaining favor. During the past month, U.S. stock markets have seen a sector rotation. FT reported: “…S&P financials have gained some 6 percent, with tech sliding almost 4 percent. That still leaves financials lagging behind the S&P 500 for the year and well behind the roughly 17 percent gain for tech. A similar story has unfolded in Europe between banks and tech.” Investors’ appetite for financial companies may reflect the belief higher interest rates are ahead. Banks and other financial firms generally benefit when interest Money matters, page 29
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The neighborhood concept If you have a garden area that is close to the street you get to meet a lot of people while you work. These people seem to
Looking Back by mary eellen shaw fit into the category of “walkers”—dog walkers, fitness walkers and stroller pushers. I am always happy when one of them stops to tell me that he or she enjoys seeing my garden come into bloom and change with the seasons. I have seen some people use their phone to take a picture of the colorful flowers. That is an unexpected surprise!
After awhile the people transition from just saying, “Hi, how are you?” to actual conversations. You learn their names, where they live and a little bit about their lives. This is a day and age where most people do not know the people who live on their street. They probably only know those who live next door or across the road. I think I have met just about everybody on my street over the years. Looking back I realize how different it was in the neighborhoods of old. Even as a child I knew the names of everyone on our street as well as those who lived on the streets close by. People were outside more, especially young people. Neighbors visited with one another and kids were always eating lunch or dinner at a nearby
house as well as staying overnight. There was a lot of neighborhood interaction. Schools, playground, skating rinks, and grocery stores all had a neighborhood focus in the 50s. There were six public elementary schools, as well as three Catholic elementary schools spread among the various neighborhoods. Most of us walked to school unless it was a really cold or snowy day. Our parents must have known the value of fresh air and exercise because we got plenty of it. Backpacks were not popular back then so books were carried in our arms. This was not a light load! While browsing through the 1950 City of Rutland report I found ten playgrounds listed. Most
of us could walk to more than one playground with our friends. Playground activities included both physical activity as well as arts and crafts. Contests taught us how to compete fairly. We also got to meet new friends … all in our neighborhood. At the end of the season, one big event for all the playgrounds was usually held at Rotary Field. Neighborhood ice skating rinks began to pop up as parents asked for them. Being close to home for activities seemed more important back then. There were three good-sized ice rinks in the city that kids could walk to. Once we were in high school it was fun to met friends at a rink in the evening … after homework was done, of course! You will notice that I used Looking back, page 29
Heavenly hiking adventures It was high time we hiked up the Deer Leap trail once again but I’d forgotten what a challenge it was. Even with my twin hiking poles keeping me balanced, placing my feet atop, in between, and over boulders
Mountain on Meditation By Marguerite te Jill Dye and rocks, carefully picking our way was difficult and tiring. As we slowly climbed higher, children descended like leapfrogs and mountain goats. The granite rocks, split by glaciers and shifting earth throughout the ages, were embedded with crystal strata here and there, signs of the mountain’s geological history. We felt a great sense of accomplishment when we arrived at the Long and Appalachian Trail signposts! The trail leveled out briefly, then continued up the tricky ascent, often looking like a dry, rocky stream bed on a steep slant. “Glad it didn’t rain yesterday,” I called out. “Can you imagine how treacherous it would be to hike up with water rushing down?” As well as the boulders, rocks, loose pebbles and dirt, a plethora of exposed roots created a continuous web trying to trip us with each step. Now and then we sat on a rock to take a drink of green tea for energy or water flavored with apple cider for thirst. During one of our pauses we began a conversation with a woman and her young son who live in Boston. They were staying in a hotel along Killington Road and liked the area so much they were thinking of buying a condo on the mountain. We offered them names and numbers, and they offered to share their chocolate. The sweet woman, Ella, originally hailed
from Russia. Her son was anxious to continue and mosquitoes were biting, so we bid the pair “adieu.” Nearing the top, we passed a serene fern-carpeted woods and stepped timidly along the labyrinth of roots. We followed the boardwalks and descended wooden stairs beside a long, cracked stone ridge. As we approached the bare boulder cliff, several hikers appeared, admiring the view, catching their breath much less than we were. We found a perfect picnic niche, took pictures of Pico and distant blue ridges that disappeared in the distance beyond Rutland. When our selfie failed, someone snapped one for us; then I unpacked brunch from my small backpack. Two paper bowls held a still-warm Western omelet to honor my dad on our hike. We munched on peanuts and savored sweet cherries and grapes, and a
reached the car. We’d hiked only three miles on Duane’s step gadget, but the trail’s difficulty couldn’t be measured in steps, but more accurately by its elevation and uncountable boulders, rocks, and roots. However, for those with bodies capable of the feat, the payoff is the bird’s-eye view. We were thrilled that my older brother Jack and niece Laura were able to come for a visit from Virginia. Over the decades, while raising triplets in Virginia Beach with his wife, Debbie, Jack managed to get away for one week each year to help Mom and Dad build our Killington Ski Lodge, the “Vermontclair Palace.” Laura has fond memories of coming up as a child, too. One of my Florida writer friends, Amy, also arrived so we set out on a little Vermont expedition to Chittenden Reservoir. Although it seemed like we’d made a wrong turn, Duane’s sixth sense of
WHEN WE ARRIVED WHERE THE VIEW OPENED UP, WE GASPED IN AWE IN UNISON. LAURA DECLARED, “IT LOOKS LIKE HEAVEN!” shared a tart tangerine. One grape rolled down the stone slab and a little grey junco came to open it up. Peck, peck, peck to no avail, so I rolled a few softer grapes her way. She reappeared with her mate, tweeting away, as we packed up and left the rock. “They’re thanking us, no doubt about that,” the birdman proclaimed, turning around. Sometimes I call my husband “the birdman” because he loves watching birds wherever we are — in Vermont, Florida, or on the Camino in Spain. At Kent Pond his favorites are loons, ducks, and geese; in Florida he adores little green herons sitting on bridges waiting for fish to appear in the night; and all along our pilgrimage in Spain, Duane is enthralled by the rooftop storks! My legs were shaking when we
direction had kicked in: our wrong turn turned out to be right when we arrived at Leffert’s Pond. It’s amazing we’d never been there before, since my plein air painter friends have often suggested we meet there to paint, completely surrounded by nature. One such time was on the eve of Tropical Storm Irene when we’d planned to paint there the following day. Not only were we rained out when we awoke, but the roads were impassable for weeks and months. We were all stranded in place. Our expectant tour group walked from the parking lot by the reservoir whose shimmering light shone through the trees. We followed Jack, a forestry major at UNH, who identified “spruce trees’ square needles that don’t roll between your fingers,” Canadian hemlock trees’ flat needles, Mountain meditation, page 29
The heat of the city and its health consequences I’ve been house sitting in Jersey City for the last few days, and for the next week. I love coming to the city — going to the museums, the culture, the music — except the exhausting roar of tires and air conditioners that is virtually ever present in a New Altitude York City summer. Altit Sick Sickness When I left my Killington By br brady apartment, the outside crain temperature was 62 degrees, and when I stepped out of my air conditioned car in Jersey City four hours later, it was 98, with humidity like having a horse breathe in your face. This led to the revelation of a condition I didn’t really realize I had, heat related edema, or water retention. Despite guzzling water like a fish, I literally stopped peeing. First my legs swelled (as I sat chewing the fat with my old friend in his kitchen), then the joints of my fingers, my hands, and within 36 hours, my torso, and even my lungs and pericardium, and as it was finally receding, the bellies of my muscles. About 24 hours in I started taking over-the-counter diuretics, drinking lots of water and electrolytes, and reclining as much as I could, availing myself of ice for my back, and cold showers. It was an altogether miserable experience, and if I had still had difficulty breathing on my second morning I would have gone to the hospital. I have endured only a few sudden temperature changes like this in my life, and looking back, I have had this happen more than I thought. Two times I thought it was related to sunburn on my feet, and once, when I was in Florida for the U.S. Taekwondo championships in 1998 in the summer (it was regularly 110 degrees and the AC was broken in my car), the low urination episode lasted nearly two weeks. I still remember the moment, in North Carolina at 10 p.m., I hit a thermocline where the temperature dropped 10-15 degrees, and within an hour I was peeing every 15 minutes. I lost four hours of that drive just stopping to go to the bathroom, as my body released water it had held for weeks. The really unpleasant part of this was that the edema caused swelling in my post surgical lumbar tissues, bringing me back to pre-surgical pain levels. At the recommendation of my surgeon, I have stopped the intake of anti-inflammatories, because they cause kidney problems, and I haven’t had an edema episode since I stopped taking those meds, a decade and a half ago. I am back to walking and running now. Counterintuitively, running is easier on me than walking (I think this might be because I spend less time upright). The surgeon says that inflammation episodes are normal after surgery, but that I need to get my kidneys and heart checked. So I am a mile away from Liberty State Park in Jersey City, where there are great paths and boardwalks, a ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan, and a bridge to Ellis Island. Ellis Island and the Statue are literally a stone’s throw from New Jersey (you can walk to Ellis on a bridge … who knew?). I mean that literally. I could swim to either in under six minutes. So while I am not seeing my beautiful mountains every morning, I am within yards of some very beautiful islands, statues, and skyline. And Jersey City itself is up and coming! I was well enough to shoot back to Killington this past Monday for the first round of the softball playoffs, where we lost to the league-dominating McGrath’s team. That said, we posted a really strong rally during the game, which made losing much more fun.
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continued from page 5 later work. Moriarty held up a stone tool fragment and added it to a small, carefully labeled plastic bag. He was sifting nuggets of clay through a quarterinch mesh to isolate small objects of interest. Objects are bagged by type and go back to Castleton University, where Matt Moriarty teaches, for study over the winter. Final storage is climate-controlled, meticulously recorded, and kept forever where future researchers will be able to access it and know its provenance. Volunteer Brett Ostrum carefully troweled clay from the square sample pit, one of several excavated at 10-meter intervals. Other volunteers stood at a screen, sifting clay clods. “Yesterday we had a feature, an area that it was pretty clear someone had a hearth there maybe 1,000 years ago,” Moriarty explained. Hearths
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are identified by charcoal or firecracked rocks. Pointing to another volunteer, he said: “She’s collecting soil from that feature, to go down into the soil further to find an earlier feature. We try to go into the sterile subsoil, 10-12 centimeters below the surface … We’re on a clay terrace deposited during the Champlain glacial lake time – this spot was beneath hundreds of meters of water. A lot of what’s out here is just dense clay,” he added. Layers of soil and organic matter have covered the site. “Lots of things have happened. Most of the finds here are mid-to-late Woodland. Hopefully we can get something we can date. We do have some pottery,” Moriarty said. Moriarty has worked with Bill Galick’s nephew, who has an extensive collection from the farm, which
he has loaned to the project. Moriarty commented that he has had “some really great interactions with people who have collections.” He wants to make sure people aren’t just looking for “stuff” and that they understand something about archaeology, “what you need to tell a story. … You have to protect the future wellbeing of the findings.” Historical ecology blends science, history, anthropology and material culture into a narrative. The Moriartys would like to publish something about the project when they’re done, but they don’t want to be the only ones to tell this chapter in the story of Vermont. They have consulted with Roger Longtoe of the Elnu Abnaki of southern Vermont, and they presented their prospectus to the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs.
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continued from page 26 brethren, included not only blood relatives but a wideranging multi-ethnic crew of friends and partners. In the early 2010s, critics began to notice that the universe of “Fast and Furious”—whose key players, besides Diesel and Walker, have been Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, Gal Gadot, Sung Kang, Jason Statham, Eva Mendes, and Dwayne Johnson— looked a lot like the post-racial utopia we’d all been imagining during Obama’s 2008 election, when we temporarily forgot that a black president couldn’t suddenly reverse the vast disparity in wealth and power between white and non-white Americans. Yet to “Fast and Furious” fans, the movies weren’t received as some Bizarro World of tolerance. On the contrary, from a demographic perspective, they looked more like real life than other Hollywood movies did, and seeing non-white people (with the occasional white person mixed in) interacting in a positive, intimate, unselfconscious manner didn’t seem weird. The mostly banal nature of their relationships—which seemed to consist, by and large, of kicking back with a few beers at a backyard barbecue after another job well done—seemed, equally, to hit home. The “See You Again” music video delineated the emotional imprint of these scenes, alongside its recognition
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Mountain meditation: New Ironwood continued from page 27 competition arrives at Eastern white pines with clumps of five needles, and fagus grandifolia—beech trees. Further along he pointed Vermont State Fair out yellow birch and white birch trees, striped maples’ From toothpicks to timber, we use over 2,000 products made from wood every day. Visit the Forestry Building at the Vermont State Fair from Aug. 15 to 19 in Rutland to learn where many of these products come from, how they are manufactured, and gain a clearer understanding of our connection to the forest. Forests are all around us, from the small forests in our back yards and urban areas to the larger forests in
rural areas throughout the state. There are many ways we depend upon and benefit from these forests. They provide clean air and water, beautiful scenery, places to relax and recreate. They also support the wood products and tourism industries. There will be new exhibits that illustrate how we use this valuable resource wisely and sustainably. Each year we have a featured tree species. Our focus this year is butternut, State fair, page 32
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continued from page 26 rates rise. Investor’s Business Daily reported: “Several Wall Street giants have warned of weak trading revenue in Q2, continuing the lackluster trend in 2017…Still, bank stocks large and small have been leading in recent weeks, helped by higher bond yields and massive buyback and dividend plans.” With regards to the labor market: In early in July, the unemployment rate in the United States rose from 4.3 to 4.4 percent. It was good news according to an expert cited by Barron’s, “…the rise in labor force participation indicates slack remains in the labor market.” That may be the reason wages showed little improvement. Kevin Theissen is principal and financial advisor at Skygate Financial Group, LLC., located on Main Street in Ludlow. He can be reached at kevin@skygatefinancial.com.
Looking back: continued from page 27 the word “walk.” That is exactly what we did to get from Point A to Point B. Most high school kids did not have a car to drive back then. Grocery stores were also a neighborhood “thing.” I counted 50 of them in the H.A. Manning Rutland City Directory for 1954. It was common to be sent to the closest store to pick up something your mother needed. Most families had only one car and mothers tended to stay home as homemakers. Sending your children to pick up a few items at a nearby store was a common event. I was always given money for a popsicle or fudgesicle so I was
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a tree appreciated for its timber, beauty, and prized nuts, however, much endangered by blight. New this year is our Ironwood competition. This exhibit will display the ingenuity and talents of our neighbors who have modified, restored, or designed an apparatus or gadget to assist with an agricultural or forestry activity. Entries will be categorized as: • Agricultural- motorized • Agricultural nonmotorized • Forestry- motorized • Forestry non-motorized Each will be judged
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news briefs By Lani Duke
Fair Haven considers F&W purchase, looking at stormwater FAIR HAVEN—The Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife (VTF&W) intends to buy 281.4 acres of land next to Kehoe Green Mountain Camp, Jane Lazorchak, VTF&W land acquisition coordinator, told the Fair Haven Select Board July 18. The land acquisition is critical to the camp’s success, she said, noting that the land would be open to the public with access from Scotch Hill Road. The town must approve before VTF&W can ask for the governor’s approval. Lazorchak asked for town approval by the end of September; the board agreed to put giving town support for the acquisition on the agenda for the next meeting. Currently owned by a holding company, the parcel is appraised at $220,000. Fair Haven is considering applying to the state for a municipal and stormwater mitigation grant; the deadline to apply is Aug. 15. A previous study indicated that the town pumps more than 900,000 gallons of water through the sewer during storm events, much of it directed into the sewer lines by sump pumps.
Castleton tax rate down
New York state high school cost drop challenges Vermont Act 46 merger plans
CASTLETON—Castleton’s Select Board set a 1.1 percent lower tax rate at its July 24 meeting. Town Manager Mark Shea praised the town’s fiscal health, noting that the town has recently built a new fire station, a new police station, and a new town office, while reducing taxes. He praised the board’s direction and vision. Construction of the new police station was funded by money the town had available, thereby having no effect on the tax rate. The town relied on money in its treasury to build the new town office building, financing a $540,000 difference over three years.
What seemed a satisfactory resolution for Mettawee Community School students may have reached a new hurdle in the Act 46 merger process. Although Pawlet and Rupert have had separate school boards, they closed their separate grade schools to build the community school for K-6 in the 1990s. Students from Rupert go to Salem, N.Y., for high school; Pawlet high schoolers attend in Granville, N.Y. Testimony given to the Vermont Senate Education Committee early this spring indicated Rupert students were receiving vouchers for $7,700 to attend Salem; Pawlet students, $8,800 for Granville. The Vermont public education average was $14,800. This arrangement has had some glitches. The Act 46 merger committee voted 4-3 to merge the two school districts, with the full plan to be opened to the public Aug. 10 at Mettawee Community School. The community can then weigh in on their reactions to the plan, BenningtonRutland Supervisory Union’s Celeste Keel told the Rutland Herald. It must then be approved by the State Board of Education and the voters in each town, possibly in November. However, Salem has dropped its tuition rate, by $2,295, making it now $3,300 lower than Granville. The latest merger proposal is for both New York schools to be considered as “designated” regardless of which town a family resides in. For parents who are already sending or plan to send a child to another school, their voucher is effectively reduced to the lower of the two amounts. They already pay the gap between tuition and voucher in an effort to assure their children receive an adequate education, and also cover the cost of transportation to get children to their schools of choice. But the gap has just widened. Most of the alternatives they prefer set tuition around $16,000, Rupert School Board Chairman Eugene Ceglowski said. Lakes region, page 34
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Proposed pavilion to add new amenities for community WEST RUTLAND—West Rutland is applying for a $25,000 facilities grant to add a pavilion on its recreation area that would require a match from the town. The cost of the 48-foot by 70-foot pavilion is $53,321; with site work and electrical wiring, the project cost is $60,601. A McDonald’s grant provides $5,000 of the town’s matching funds. Town Manager Mary Ann Goulette said making the park more accessible and developing the 100+acre park for more opportunities has been a longtime dream. Part of the 2014 master plan included creating easier access to the park, but the permitting process took an unusually long time because of its proximity to Route 4. The new access route off Boardman Hill Road provides safe passage. The open-air pavilion will provide the community with a site for events and picnics. It will have electrical availability. The town is studying whether solar panels on its roof may be feasible. The park will be accessible by a developing trail system, and West Rutland is working with the Pine Hill Partnership in planning and designing
the links. Some part of the bike path will need a boardwalk. In 2018, a children’s playground with a $17,000 price tag will be installed. A dog park is also on its way. West Rutland School already uses the park for science classes and other hands-on learning activities. This spring 46 students in grades 7 through 9 raised 108 brook trout in their classrooms from January to June with the Trout Unlimited program; each student released two or three fish into the Clarendon River in the park. Goulette said the town has put a survey on its Facebook page, asking for public input on what people do and don’t like as the community makes plans for the next decade of the park’s development. The survey takers want to know how often people use the recreation area now and what activities they take part in, what children’s and adult activities, fields, and equipment would encourage them to use it more, and similar queries.
Center Street Marketplace work to start With the signing of a contract with Parker Excavating July 26, groundbreaking for the Center Street Marketplace was scheduled to begin the first week of August, Rutland City Zoning Administrator Tara Kelly told the Rutland Herald. By the end of the fall construction season, all the underground and resurfacing work should be complete, with only finish work remaining to be done in the spring. The project goal is for the area, behind the buildings that front Center, Wales, and Washington streets, and Merchants Row, to be public space for “passive recreation and commercial opportunities� per a press release from Rutland Redevelopment Authority Executive Director Brennan Duffy. Most recently, the state Department of Building and General Services appears likely to enter the list of contributors. The city has applied for a $25,000 grant that would add back in amenities what had been sequestered from the project to trim costs. Those include benches, tables, and bicycle racks, Duffy said.
Parallel taxiway funded for Rutland The federal Department of Transportation’s Airport Improvement Program is giving RutlandSouthern Vermont Regional Airport nearly $2.5 million to build a parallel taxiway. Passenger volume entitled the North Clarendon airport to $150,000 in entitlement funding; however, the Federal Aviation Administration also gave the local site $2.34 million in discretionary funds as a high-priority project, the Rutland Herald reported. Consulting engineers DuBois & King described the project
as a 50-foot-wide taxiway for a staging and taxi area so that those activities need not take place on the runway itself. On July 18, Cape Air received a two-year contract to provide 21 flights a week to Logan International Airport in Boston. This year is the first time another applicant has vied for the route. Flights between rural communities and urban hubs are essential air services, according to the federal government, and are subsidized. The commute to Boston from Rutland qualifies.
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City and town collaborate for new walking trails RUTLAND TOWN—Rutland Town plans to open a pair of walking loops for pedestrians and dog walkers, who objected to Rutland City’s denying access to the reservoir area. The one-mile and two-mile trails will be nearly all on town-owned land, with only a small portion on city property. Rutland Town Recreation Director Mike Rowe will ask for volunteers in helping clean up existing logging roads to use as trails. Storms in recent years have brought down trees that block the roads, he said, and promised to provide chainsaws to the volunteer workers who will redefine existing pathways as they cut brush and remove dead trees. To join the volunteers, call Rowe at 779-2518.
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New shop opens gateway to growth for Green Mountain College POULTNEY—The town’s approval of Green Mountain College’s plans for a woodworking shop at 55 Beaman St. may open the way for the school’s Renewable Energy and Ecological Design (REED) program to expand to as many as 125 students, according to college President Robert Allen. Plans call for the shop to be ready for use in January 2018. The REED program is one of the more popular majors at the school, Allen said, noting that the curriculum is as technical and “STEM-y� as Green Mountain offers. The popularity of this kind of hands-on problem-solving is indicative of a trend away from traditional liberal arts education with its emphasis on English and psychology into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), he elaborated in an article published by the Rutland Herald. He described the new approach as “applied liberal arts.� Because a number of Green Mountain students have graduated from the REED program to enter architectural curricula, Allen has decided to seek an architecture education partner in hopes of developing a dual-enrollment collaboration modeled on Green Mountain’s agreement with Vermont Law School. The new work space is triple the size of the current shop on the school’s campus, mushrooming from a low-ceilinged 2,000 square feet to 6,000 square feet with higher ceilings plus offices and classrooms on the second floor.
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Police investigate Police catch armed robbery burglar POULTNEY—Vermont state red-handed police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a gas station in Poultney, Vt. on July 25. According to a release, troopers from the Rutland Barracks went to the Irving gas station on Main Street in Poultney at around 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26. After interviewing witnesses and reviewing security camera footage, it was learned that a unidentified person entered the store, produced a handgun and demanded cash. After collecting a large sum of cash, the individual left the store. The suspect was described as a white male wearing a brown Carhartt sweatshirt, bluejeans and grey sneakers. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Henry Alberico at 802-773-9101.
Police search Poultney quarry
By Evan Johnson
POULTNEY—Vermont state police searched a water-filled quarry in Poultney for a Granville, N.Y., man who has been missing since 2014. According to a press release from the state police, divers from the state police SCUBA team began a search of an abandoned slate quarry on York Street Extension for evidence in the disappearance of Jonathan Schaff. Schaff, age 23, has been missing since Jan. 18, 2014, when he left a Granville bar after getting into a fight and crossed the state line into Vermont on Route 149. Schaff’s cell phone was later recovered in a parking lot. Det. Sergeant Todd Wilkins, who is leading the investigation, would not disclose what divers did or did not find at the quarry, but said that new leads in the investigation led them to deploying the team of divers. On Thursday, July 27, Wilkins said the investigation remained active. “We’re still assessing what our next move will be,” he said.
Man burglarizes cars at college
Police arrested a Poultney man on night of Sunday, Aug. 30 for breaking into cars on the campus of Green Mountain College. On Sunday evening at around 11 p.m., troopers from the state police Rutland Barracks responded to a report from GMC security that a man was looking into cars on the college property. Upon arrival, troopers located Scott Royce, age 42, of Poultney. Investigation revealed Royce had broken into a vehicle and taken items. Royce had also attempted to discard those items by hiding them under another car, when located by police. The property was recovered and returned to its owner. Police also determined Royce had an outstanding warrant for his arrest, stemming from a previous driving with a suspended license charge. After being taken into custody and processed at the Castleton Police Department, Royce was lodged at Marble Valley Correction Center and was cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division to answer to charges of petit larceny and receiving stolen property. The incident is the second burglary to occur within a month at GMC. On July 15, a Mendon woman was arrested for breaking into a building and stealing items.
A Middletown Springs man was due in court on Monday, July 31 to answer to a burglary charge. Phillips was apprehended when police received a tip of a burglary in progress on Dayton Road in Middletown Springs at around 3 a.m. on July 30. On arriving, police found Phillips, who did not have permission to be on the property, attempting to load items from the house. He was arrested, processed at the Castleton Police Department, and lodged at Marble Valley Correction Center pending a hearing at Vermont Superior Court Criminal Division.
Motorcyclist killed in early a.m. crash WEATHERSFIELD—A 54-year-old Weathersfield man died of injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash in Weathersfield on Wednesday, July 27. According to a press release, troopers from the state police Rutland Barracks responded to a report of a motorcycle crash near the Stoughton Pond Recreation Area at around 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27. Road conditions were wet due to light rain. Police located a 2002 Titan motorcycle with broken handlebars and detached seat. Investigation showed the motorcycle had traveled off the roadway and struck a culvert, ejecting the operator, identified as Dale Porter of Weathersfield. Porter was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.
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Hunters took record number of turkeys this spring A preliminary report from Vermont Fish & Wildlife shows that hunters had a banner season this spring with the highest turkey harvest ever recorded. Hunters brought home 6,570 wild turkeys during the spring hunting season, including 743 turkeys taken during the April youth weekend hunt, even though a similar number of 17,106 turkey hunting licenses were purchased, compared to 17,249 in 2016. “The hunter success rate increased from the previous year of 21 percent to 29 percent of hunters harvesting at least one bird,” said state wild turkey project leader Chris Bernier. “And, 32 percent of those successful hunters harvested a second bearded bird to fill the two-bird spring bag limit.” Turkeys were hunted statewide, with turkeys harvested in 241 of Vermont’s 253 towns. The central Connecticut River Valley saw the highest number of
birds harvested, with 720 taken in WMUJ2. The northern Lake Champlain valley also proved to be a productive region with 675 turkeys taken in WMU-B – a 22 percent increase in harvest from the previous year and a new record harvest for this part of the state. “While the relatively mild winter conditions experienced this year certainly helped,” Bernier said, “the prioritization of high quality spring hunting over fall harvest opportunities in accordance with the 2010-2020 Big Game Management Plan may be the reason.” “The restoration of wild turkeys to Vermont that began in 1969 coupled with the careful management of the population is a wildlife success story we can all be proud of,” added Bernier. “Vermont continues to be the preeminent state in New England for wild turkey hunting, and the birds are also enjoyed by those who just like to watch them.”
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Police said a man drove 90 milesper-hour in a 40 mile-per-hour zone Saturday night in Rutland Town. According to state police, troopers from the Rutland Barracks observed a vehicle traveling north on Route 7 at a high rate of speed at around 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 29. Using radar, the vehicle was measured to be traveling 90 miles per hour. Troopers
conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, and identified the operator as Matthew Guillette of Pittsford. Guillette was arrested, and transported to the Rutland barracks for processing. Guillette was issued a citation to appear at Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division on Sept. 18, 2017, to answer to the charge of excessive speed.
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