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Skiers and riders to shine at Okemo’s Light the Night rail jam $5,000 cash and prizes up for grabs
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Saturday, March 4—LUDLOW—Okemo Mountain Resort will light up the night sky and a specially constructed rail garden on Bull Run, Saturday, March 4, for its Light the Night rail jam presented by Amp Energy Drink. Cash and prizes totaling $5,000 will go to the best skiers and riders in this jamformat competition. The Bull Run trail, located adjacent to Okemo’s Clock Tower base area, makes an optimal venue for participants and spectators alike. Okemo’s Light the Night rail jam competitors can participate in one of two divisions: the amateur class will compete for prizes, while the pro class will compete for the chance to win a portion of the $5,000 cash purse. Included in this year’s event is a best-trick contest presented by Clif Bar. The entry fee is $20. Registration is scheduled 3-5 p.m. in the mezzanine of the Clock Tower base lodge. Competitors may also pre-register online at okemo.com. The amateur competition starts at 5:30 p.m. and the pro class starts at 6:30 p.m. Helmets are required for all competitors. Participants under 18 require a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. “This after-hours jam format competition under the lights is always popular with spectators and the competitors turn it up for an electrifying contest of terrain-park skill,” said Okemo events manager Mercedes Bolles. For more information, call 802-228-1600 or visit okemo.com.
Living A.D.E. = arts, dining and entertainment This weekly section features a variety of activities, events and entertainment options for visitors and locals alike. Are you hosting an event? Anniversary party? Kick-off? Benefit? Community gathering? Share it with the Mountain Times. Email editor@mountaintimes.info. With a weekly readership of 20,000+ your event is sure to be a success!
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Slate Valley Museum celebrates heritage with soup and bread from around the world
CSJ hosts “Beyond Lean In” with educator and women’s advocate Vandy Kemp
Friday, March 3, 6 p.m.—GRANVILLE, N.Y.—Warm up with soup and bread from different immigrant regions during the Soup and Bread Night happening Friday, March 3 at the Slate Valley Museum. The museum will open an hour early so visitors can dine with them. The menu will include Welch potato and leek soup, Irish stew, Italian wedding soup, Polish borscht, Slovakian mushroom soup, and Jewish matzah ball soup. Starting at 6 p.m., visitors can purchase a $5 sampler cup and get a taste of the soups from the ethnic Courtesy of SVM groups that came to the Slate Valley starting 177 Slate Valley Museum Educator Bob Isherwood enjoys a years ago. cup of soup at the 2016 event. “What a fun and tasty way to celebrate our heritage than on a growing up in this area were welcomchilly winter’s night than sharing soup ing neighbors. Visiting them on a cold and bread together,” says Slate Valley winter day always included a bowl of Museum Director Krista Rupe. “The the most delicious soup and a slice of event will also showcase the culinary their wonderfully warm breads to go delights of the immigrants that bought with it! It was the ethnic diversity in their recipes with them to America.” the neighborhoods that allowed us the Different members of the museum’s experience of sampling such an array community will be making soup of foods. We hope our First Friday for the event. Artesian bread will be guests will find our soup sampling as provided by Rock Hill Bakery in Glens enjoyable and as delicious,” said Molly Falls. Biggs Celani, president of Slate Valley “One of the great things about Museum’s Board of Trustees.
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Thursday, March school counseling and 2, 6:30 p.m.—RUTadministration to colLAND—College of lege teaching, academic St. Joseph is hosting support services, senior a presentation by administration, and dieducator and women’s versity programing. She advocate Vandy Kemp broke gender barriers Thursday, March 2, 6:30 as the first female high p.m. Kemp’s discussion, school administrator in titled “Beyond Lean two Tennessee school In: Finding the Indistricts. tersectionality of all She recently retired American Women,” after serving for 12 will examine how years as vice president class, race, and ethnicand dean of students ity differences make it at Maryville College, a difficult for there to be 200-year-old liberal arts a common sisterhood college located near Courtesy of College of St. Joseph based on shared struggle Knoxville, Tenn. VANDY KEMP and solidarity. Kemp holds a Bach“Thinking about American feminism in elor’s Degree in sociology and music terms of periodic waves of social change education from Radford University and a can be misleading. From an AmeriMaster’s Degree in educational psycholcan historical perspective,women of all ogy and counseling with educational classes and ethnicities have always strugadministration and supervision. She is gled, gained and lost ground, and sought also an alumna of the Harvard Graduate to redefine their identity as far back as School of Education Institute on Educathe brave women of the Plymouth and tional Management. Jamestown colonies,” Kemp said. “We will She is a member of the League of Womtake a look at some of these stories, and en Voters, American Association of UniI believe two truths will emerge: when versity Women, National Association of American women have seized opportuni- Student Personnel Administrators, Showties through history to lead and manage, ing Up for Racial Justice, and PFLAG. they have had a great impact. However, The event is part of the College’s Womthe feminist goals of equality and power en’s History Month celebration and is will remain hazy until a single vision for sponsored by the Office of Diversity and all American women emerges.” Inclusion. The presentation will be held Kemp, a native of Southern Appalain Tuttle Theater on the College of St. chia, is a 36-year veteran of secondary Joseph campus, located at 71 Clement and higher education in Virginia and Ten- Road in Rutland. It is free and open to the nessee with experience ranging from high public.
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Chandler presents an evening with the DuPont Brothers Saturday, March 4, 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH—Brothers Sam and Zack DuPont play Vermont-made folk-Americana, reunited after years of geographical separation by a fortified collaboration in music. Lush finger-style guitar work is complimented by elegant prose and a vocal blend that could only be matched by blood relation. The duo will perform Saturday, March 4, 7:30 p.m. as part of Chandler Music Hall’s Live & Upstairs series. Based out of Burlington, the indie-folk-rock duo has kept busy on the road since 2013. Their two records, “Heavy as Lead” (2015) and “A Riddle For You” (2016), have taken them all over the Northeast, Mid Atlantic, South and Midwest playing in support of some of their musical heroes including Sturgill Simpson, Jerry Douglas, Blake Mills, Bahamas and Chris Eldridge and Julian Lage. A new EP is in the works for early this year. The Live & Upstairs series aims to provide affordable interactive performances and community events featuring regional musicians, poets, storytellers, comedians, and more. The Upper Gallery underwent extensive renovations as part of Chandler’s centennial project in 2010, and has provided a venue for intimate performances, classes, and workshops. Other Live & Upstairs events this year have included local band Haywire and Burlington-based Kamikaze Comedy. Chandler will collaborate with PoemTown to round out the season with PoemTown’s closing celebration on April 28 at 7 p.m.: Pie and Poetry. Poet and Vermont Public Radio host Reuben Jackson reads from his work, a local jazz trio provides musical accompaniment, and homemade pie sweetens the evening. General admission is $12. Chandler Center for the Arts is located at 71-73 Main St., Randolph. For more information, visit chandler-arts.org. Reservations are available by calling 802728-6464.
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Wednesday, March 1, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Historian and professor Woden Teachout will discuss the many benefits of studying history in a talk at the Rutland Free Library on March 1, 7 p.m. Her talk, “What We Learn When We Learn About History” is part of the Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays lecture series and is free and open to the public. Henry Ford famously said, “History is more or less bunk.” Teachout will discuss why history does matter, exploring the intellectual skills and larger cultural understandings that come from studying the past. Woden Teachout teaches in the Master of Arts program at Union Institute & University. She earned a PhD in American Studies from Harvard University, and has taught at Middlebury, Goddard, and Harvard. Her research centers on the way history shapes contemporary conversations, and she is especially interested in the intersection of historical memory, politics, and
patriotism. She is the author of “Capture the Flag: A Political History of American Patriotism” and co-author of “Slow Democracy: Rediscovering Community, Bringing Decision Making Back Home.” She has won multiple teaching prizes, including the Alan Heimert Teaching Prize at Harvard and Union’s Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence. The Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays series is held on the first Wednesday of every month from October through May in nine communities statewide, featuring speakers of national and regional renown. Talks in Rutland are held at Rutland Free Library unless otherwise noted. All First Wednesdays talks are free and open to the public. Rutland Free Library is located at 10 Court Street, Rutland. For more information, contact Rutland Free Library at 802-773-1860, or contact the Vermont Humanities Council at 802-262-2626 or visit vermonthumanities.org.
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seem a bit cliché but for this team it really is the truth,” said Tom Alcorn, senior program coordinator for Vermont Adaptive. “The camaraderie that these athletes develop week after week is a key part of their personal journey as well as their athletic one. Not only are they refining their skills and abilities as skiers and snowboarders, but they’re also learning how to be positive teammates and supporters of others’ dreams. It’s an incredible program to be a part of.” Nearly 50 volunteers attended Vermont Adaptive’s preseason training and coach the race team. “Vermont Adaptive’s volunteers bring a wealth of professionalism, experience and knowledge to the
table with this new partnership with Special Olympics,” said Maggie Burke, managing director at Vermont Adaptive. “We are excited to have the opportunity to share our quality training program with more athletes.” The team and coaches have been working hard since the summer to ensure that participants gain the best experience possible while training for the Special Olympics Vermont Winter Games. As a program, their goal is to go have a good time, according to Vermont Adaptive Head Coach Norm Staunton. “We are there to make better skiers and give everyone on the team a chance to compete in one competition,” said Staunton.
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Americana band Cradle Switch to perform in Brandon Saturday, March 4, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Cradle Switch is a five-piece acoustic Americana group, based in Cambridge, N.Y. Tunes include originals and a range of songs drawing from bluegrass, country, folk and a little blues. With ballads as well as up-tempo rhythms, the group’s lyrics can be on the darker side (along the lines of Buddie and Julie Miller or Judith Edelman), but some sweet love songs are in there, too. They also cover contemporary songs by writers like Lindi Ortega, Steel Drivers and HoneyHoney as well as classic tunes like “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry” and “Long Journey Home.” Cradle Switch performs new songs to be released on the group’s first album, plus fan-favorites, at Brandon Music on March 4, 7:30 p.m. Singer-songwriters Ferrilyn Sourdiffe and Dave Lawlor swap out guitars for banjo and mandolin, while Kate Ritter brings it on the fiddle, along with some angelic vocal harmonies to add to Sourdiffe and Lawlor’s robust vocals. Singer-songwriter David Cuite adds some
bounce on the upright bass as well as lead and harmony vocals and David Norman throws in some percussion (and has been known to wear his special washboard tie to gigs). Many of the group’s original lyrics are written by honorary band member Chip Macdonald. Sourdiffe said, “He dreams these things in the night and emails them to us. He says there are a bunch of guys, from another place and time, in a phone booth on old Route 66 that send them through the ether.” This event is a part of Vermont Arts 2017, celebrating arts in Vermont. 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 802-247-4295 or email info@brandon-music.net for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road, Brandon.
Castleton celebrates 30 years of Women’s History Month As Castleton gears up to participate in the nationwide celebration of Women’s History Month this March, extra excitement surrounds this year’s festivities as the University celebrates it’s 30th anniversary of involvement by featuring an array of on-campus activities, lectures and speakers throughout. Since 1988 Castleton has proudly highlighted the influence of women through the celebration of Women’s History Month. This year, a variety of events from speakers and discussion panels to the annual Equity Bake Sale will look back on Castleton’s own history over the years and look forward to all the celebrations to come. “To me, the purpose of the Women’s History Month Committee is to educate the campus community about women and their contributions and bring the campus together to celebrate the same,” said committee member Kelley Beckwith, “For 30 years, we’ve been doing just that. Year after year, our volunteer group comes together with enthusiasm to nominate women to tell their stories, to acknowledge the accomplishments of students and peers, and to sponsor current events that impact or feature women. It’s part of what makes Castleton who we are.” The past three decades have seen more than 347 events to celebrate women in history, including 22 bake sales, 30 films, 122 Every Woman Has a Story events, and three poetry readings. “Any program that endures for 30 years in a constantly changing social environment is worth celebrating,” said Associate Dean of Students Victoria Angis. “At Castleton women and men from all political persuasions come together for a month of activities to celebrate the lives and achievements of women, because we believe by doing so we can learn from the past and be inspired by the future.” Kicking off this year’s line-up will be the Castleton Women’s History Month 30th Anniversary Celebration at 4:30 p.m. at the President’s House on March 3. Every Wednesday in the Alumni Room of Huden Dining
Hall, the highly anticipated “Every Woman Has a Story” will take place beginning at 12 p.m. Over the course of five weeks, a mix of 10 Castleton women, including faculty, staff, and students, will share their personal stories in a 15-minute presentation. A meal plan is not required to attend and all are encouraged to hear the unique tales of Castleton women. A special door rate of $4 per person for lunch will be offered for all guests attending the event. On March 6 Middlebury College Assistant Professor of Gender, Sexuality, and Feminist Studies Carly Thomsen will present her lecture on “Queering Visibility: LGBTQ Organizing and the Production of Rurality.” Scheduled for March 9, CEO Marguerite Dibble of GameTheory will speak on how her company uses the power of games to seek positive change in the world and open doors for gender equality. On March 23, the Women’s History Month Committee, in conjunction with the Spartan Shield Society, will host a Women in Athletics and Business Networking night from 5:30-7 p.m. in the 1787 Room of the Campus Center. In line with the month’s theme of Trailblazing Women in Business, the event will highlight female graduates of Castleton University who have excelled in the fields relevant to sports business. Each speaker will have the opportunity to discuss their personal student-athlete experience and their role in sports business today. Following the panelstyle presentations, audience members and alumni will have the opportunity to mix for continued discussions. In addition to these events, an exciting line-up of various films and entertainment will keep the Castleton community busy all month long. On March 3 female comedienne Ms. Pat will perform her standup routine at 9 p.m., followed by an additional night of female comedy on March 11. Five films, including “The Fits,” “Bad Moms” and “Suffragette,” will also be shown throughout the month hosted in the Campus Center 1787 Room and Herrick Auditorium. Visit castleton.edu/womenshistory.
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Friday, March 3, 5 p.m.—BRANDON—Wrought iron and steel accents add a special element of warmth to the Brandon Artists Guild in Metal Madness, a one-man show featuring the works of Dick Kirby. Lamps, weathervanes, candleholders, and coat racks are just a few of Kirby’s pieces that will be shown. Kirby combines his talent of drawing with metal in creating his gallery work. His custom work can represent any kind of imagery, such as automobiles, sailboats, and animals. He is also willing to try and help with metal repairs, large and small. The community of Brandon and the Brandon Artists Guild is fortunate to have Dick Kirby as a member. He is quick to see what needs to be done and does it, such as coming in daily to give breaks to the gallery attendants and keeping the sidewalks snow free. His cheery personality is always welcome. He is one of the original members of the gallery. As a young man, Kirby served his country and learned the basic skills of welding. After surviving Korea, he continued his military career and honed his welding skills working on the Redstone Rockets in Alabama. Some of the work involved climbing very high to construct rocket launch gantries which were inspected thoroughly and had to be perfect. After serving in the military, Kirby accepted a job as a lineman for Central Vermont Public Service, which he did for 37 years. He raised his four children in Brandon. He was active in Little League and served on the Pico Mountain ski patrol. Debbie Kirby, Dick’s wife, is known locally for her fiber art business. Together they raised and bred miniature angora goats. The Kirbys can be seen regularly at the summer Brandon Farmers Market, each selling their own work together. The opening reception of Metal Madness will be held Friday March 3, 5-7 p.m., and will be on exhibit through April 30. The Brandon Artists Guild is at 7 Center St., Brandon. Winter gallery hours are TuesdaySunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call 802-247-4956 or visit brandonartistsguild.org.
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Local colleges host spring job fairs Annual events showcase employment and education opportunities CASTLETON, POULTNEY—The Castleton University career services office will host the annual Spring Career and Graduate School Fair Monday, March 20, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Spartan Athletic Complex. A variety of companies and graduate school representatives will be in attendance, as well as information on internship and summer employment opportunities. This is a free event and open to the public. Castleton University is located at 62 Alumni Drive, Castleton. For more information or to register a business to participate, contact Director of Career Services Renee Beaupre-White at 802-468-1339 or renee.beauprewhite@castleton.edu.
Green Mountain College’s office of career and personal development is pleased to host its annual spring career fair Tuesday, March 21, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. This is a valuable opportunity to network with capable, diverse and enthusiastic students and fill full-time, part-time and seasonal positions. Alternatively, employers can search for summer interns, connect with contract or project workers, or secure the volunteers that a business or organization is seeking. The career fair will be held in the Withey Hall lobby at Green Mountain College, One Brennan Circle, Poultney. For more information or to register, call 802-287-8352 or email serena.eddy@ greenmtn.edu.
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“This quality of magical surrealism is what elevates [Phoebe] Stone’s work to the status of dreams, and in dreams anything is possible,” said Pamela Poston of Seven Days.
Phoebe Stone to be featured at the Christine Price Gallery CASTLETON—The Christine Price Gallery in Castleton will feature the works of artist Phoebe Stone running Feb. 27 through March 31. There is no artist’s reception scheduled at this time. “Still Life
Wednesday, March 8, 10 a.m.—RUTLAND— BROC-Community Action in Southwestern Vermont is pleased to announce that People’s United Bank will present a free financial education workshop around home ownership. Wednesday, March 8, 10 a.m.-12 noon, come learn about the home buying process, renting versus owning, having a pre-homebuyers plan, and shopping for a mortgage. This informative workshop will be held at BROC-Community Action located at 45 Union Street in Rutland. To register contact Shelley Faris at 802-665-1742 or sfaris@broc.org.
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IN SPITE OF ALL THE TURMOIL AND MOVEMENT OF HER CHILDHOOD, ART AND WRITING HAS ALWAYS BEEN A CONSTANT IN STONE’S LIFE. With Universe” highlights Phoebe Stone’s new large format pastels and oils revolving around the subject of still life, everyday life and our mysterious relationship with the universe. A series of her photographs and illustrations will also be shown. Phoebe Stone grew up with poets as parents. The family moved constantly and she lived as a child both abroad in Europe and all across America. In spite of all the turmoil and movement of her childhood,
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merous paintings and pastels, which appear in many collections across America. Find out more about her at phoebestone. com. The Christine Price Gallery is located at Castleton University in the Fine Arts Center, and is open Monday through Friday with hours of operation 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, contact Sarah Karczmarczyk at galleries@castleton.edu or 802-282-2396.
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Brandon welcomes world-class mountain dulcimer star, Dan Evans Thursday, March 9, 7:30 p.m.— BRANDON—World renowned British dulcimer player, guitarist and composer Dan Evans will be performing at Brandon Music Thursday, March 9, 7:30 p.m. Over three decades Dan Evans has built a niche career as a world-class exponent on both the mountain (Appalachian) dulcimer and acoustic guitar. In concert he presents a repertoire of traditional folk songs and airs from the British Isles, imaginative and atmospheric original compositions and the occasional timeless classic. Acoustic Magazine affirms that “Dan works through an astonishing variety of tunes and soundscapes ... gifted with seemingly limitless imagination. It’s all incredibly pure and all incredibly beautiful.” Evans’ compositions are all arranged in his unique, thoughtful style and presented with considerable classical skill and a spoonful of English humor. With five CD albums released to international critical acclaim and 15 international tours to date, Evans has won the hearts of audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Within Appalachia, where the mountain dulcimer originates, Jerry Rockwell and the Dulcimer Player’s News says Evans produces “some of the most expressive dynamics I’ve ever heard on a mountain dulcimer—ever!” Three main qualities define Dan Evans as an individually stylish and hugely accomplished musician: uncompromising originality, intelligent
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innovation and a constant striving for excellence. Often directly inspired by nature itself, Evans’ music makes no attempt to emulate other artists nor to be confined to a single genre. Playing exclusively finger-style, he adopts a classical approach to British folk melodies, sometimes in medieval modes, often with jazzy chords and rhythms. Unusually, Evans’ dulcimers only have 3 strings and diatonic scales with no half-frets and are typically tuned to Ionian mode, commonly called DAA. His guitars are tuned to Open C tuning and to his own temperament, not to a chromatic tuner. These innovations, combined with subtle and highly musical use of programmable digital effects, allow Evans to create unique and rich signature sounds. His instruments are custom-made and hand-crafted by expert luthiers and his CD albums issued on his DanSing label, are made with the highest production values and are distributed globally by Divine Art Records, the sister company of Brandon Music. This event is a part of Vermont Arts 2017, celebrating arts in Vermont. Concert tickets are $20. Reservations are recommended. Venue is BYOB. Call 802-247-4295 or email info@brandon-music.net for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road, Brandon.
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“Guest House” by artist Christine Holzschuh showcases her ability to use colors well. Learn her talents in a workshop, Saturday.
Christine Holzschuh gives color theory workshop at Chaffee Art Center
Courtesy of Brandon Music
DAN EVANS
Saturday, March 4, 9 a.m.—RUTLAND—Dive into the complex and illuminating world of color theory with artist Christine Holzschuh in a workshop at Chafee Art Center, Saturday, March 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Gain knowledge on how to choose, mix and match, and use colors. This is an intensive but fun workshop for anyone interested in colors. Participants should bring paints and brushes, plus a notebook for notes and brainstorming. Other supplies are provided in the cost of $140 or $125 for Chaffee members. Said Holzschuh of her passion for her work, “I have always wanted to paint and was fortunate enough to have a mother who was and is a masterful artist who brought the world to me in living color, taught me how to ‘see’ and always encouraged me. I am dedicated to painting every day and improving through workshops with the above artists and others.” Chaffee Art Center is located at 16 South Main St., Rutland. Sign up at chaffeeartcenter. org or call 802-775-0356.
MORE Flavor. Just off the Northbrook trail, The Ledgewood Yurt is a one-of-a-kind lunch—a farm-to-table menu, special drink list, and warm wood burning stove await.
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The Back Country Café
The Back Country Café is a hot spot for delicious breakfast foods. Choose from farm fresh eggs, multiple kinds of pancakes and waffles, omelet’s or daily specials to make your breakfast one of a kind. Check our Facebook for hours and daily specials. (802) 422-4411
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Bentleys
Located a few miles east in the beautiful village of Woodstock, Bentleys Restaurant has been a favorite of locals and travelers alike for over 40 years. Lunch and dinner daily. Tasty fare, live music, cocktails & craft brews — something for everyone! Central and Elm | Woodstock, VT | (802) 457-3232 www.bentleysrestaurant.com
Birch Ridge
Serving locals and visitors alike since 1998, dinner at the Birch Ridge Inn is a delicious way to complete your day in Killington. Featuring Vermont inspired New American cuisine in the inns dining room and Great Room Lounge, you will also find a nicely stocked bar, hand crafted cocktails, fine wines, seafood and vegetarian options, and wonderful house made desserts. www.birchridge.com. (802) 422-4293.
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. Now serving Brunch on Sundays. www.choicesrestaurantkillington.com (802) 422-4030
Clear River Tavern
Great burgers, pizza, steak, salads and other tavern fare are waiting for you at this hidden gem tucked behind the Clear River Inn in Pittsfield, right on scenic Route 100. Friendly bartenders and servers will greet you when you come in to enjoy a meal, our rotating draft beer list and full bar. We’re accessible from the VAST snowmobile trails all winter. When you’re here, you’re in The Clear! (802) 746-8999.
Cortina Inn
Black Bear Pub at Cortina Inn
Black Bear Pub’s family friendly atmosphere invites warm conversation and great shows. Our pub style menu also features local craft brews, bottled beers and a great selection of wines. Join us for All You Can Eat Pasta on Saturdays! (802) 772-7118
The Foundry at Summit Pond
Enjoy an intimate dining menu or tavern specials at Killington’s only waterside dining that also has live entertainment every Friday and Saturday. Appetizers include crab cakes, buffalo drumsticks and a cheese plate while the entrees include chicken Marsala, meat loaf, steamed lobster and more. The tavern menu features nachos, fried fish sandwich, teriyaki steak sandwich and others. www.foundrykillington.com (802) 422-5335
Fuzzy’s Diner & Cafe
Now open under new ownership and management, Fuzzy’s Diner & Cafe offers fresh baked goods daily, breakfast, brunch and dinner. Also featuring a full service bar with local and craft microbrews. Farm-to-table daily specials. 2841 Killington Road, Killington. (802) 422-3177.
Marble Bar & Restaurant (At Highline Lodge)
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Chef Gregory Bergeron joins us at the Highline Lodge this season. Having grown up in the region, Greg brings with him an intimate knowledge of local farms and purveyors, as well as a passion to cook with only the freshest ingredients that reflect the changing of the seasons. (802) 315-0034
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Inn at Long Trail
Looking for something a little different? Hit up McGrath’s Irish Pub for a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, live music on the weekends and delicious food. Guinness not your favorite? They also have Vermont’s largest Irish Whiskey selection. Rosemary’s Restaurant is now open, serving dinner. Reservations are appreciated. http://innatlongtrail.com/Home.html (802) 775-7181
Jones’ Donuts
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.
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“The locally favored spot for consistently good, unpretentious fare.” -N.Y. Times, 2008
• A Farm to Table Restaurant • Handcut Steaks, Filets & Fish • All Baking Done on Premises
• Over 20 wines by the glass • Great Bar Dining • Freshly made pasta
At Killington’s hometown bar, you’re bound to have a good time with good food. Starters, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and salads are all available. With live entertainment seven days a week, they’re always serving food until last call. www.supportinglocalmusic.com (802) 422-5334
Killington Market
Take breakfast, lunch or dinner on the go at Killington Market, Killington’s on-mountain grocery store for the last 30 years. Choose from breakfast sandwiches, hand carved dinners, daily fresh hot panini, roast chicken, salads and specialty sandwiches. Vermont products, maple syrup, fresh meat and produce along with wine and beer are also for sale. www.killingtonmarket.com (802) 422-7736 or (802) 422-7594 .
Lookout Tavern
With a free shuttle, take away and call ahead seating, Lookout Tavern is a solid choice. Nachos, quesadillas, sweet potato fries, salads, soups, sandwiches and dinner options are always a good selection. www.lookoutvt.com (802) 422-5665
Dinner: Open nightly All entrées include two sides and soup or salad 5-9 p.m. Sun-Tues, 5-10p.m. Thurs, & 5-11 p.m. Fri-Sat Sunday Brunch 11a.m. - 2:30p.m.
Vermont Inspired New-American Cuisine served from 6:00 PM Tuesday thru Saturday
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“You are about to have the best food you’ve eaten, no ifs, ands, or buts.” -The Rutland Herald
422-4030 • 2820 KILLINGTON RD. WWW.CHOICES-RESTAURANT.COM
At the Covered Carriageway 37 Butler Road, Killington birchridge.com • 802.422.4293
Host your Private Party at the Birch Ridge Inn
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MATTERS Liquid Art
Forget about the polar vortex for a little while at Liquid Art where they service Vermont artisan coffee, tea, espresso and lattes. If you’re looking for something a little stronger, they also offer signature cocktails. Light bites are offered for breakfast, lunch or happy hour if you get hungry. http://liquidartvt.com/menu/ (802) 422-2787
Moguls
Voted the best ribs and burger in Killington, Moguls is a great place for the whole family. Soups, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, chicken fingers, buckets of chicken wings, salads, subs and pasta are just some of the food that’s on the menu. Free shuttle and take away and delivery options are available. (802) 422-4777
Mountain Top Inn
With The Highlands Dining Room & Mountain Top Tavern, breakfast, lunch or dinner are all options whether staying overnight or visiting for the day. A mix of locally inspired and International cuisine from seasonal salads, local artisan cheeseboards and chicken & biscuits to filet mignon, the menu is sure to tempt your taste buds. Choose from 12 Vermont craft beers on tap. Warm up by the terrace fire pit after dinner. Wednesday nights, Burger & Brew. www.mountaintopinn.com (802) 483-2311
On The Rocs
Kick back at On the Rocs open daily at 3 p.m. Enjoy a full range of specialty cocktails as well as a full menu featuring items such as our signature crispy brussels sprouts, Caribbean style ceviche served with plantain chips, New England lobster roll and roasted rack of lamb just to name a few. Don’t forget to buy one tapa, get the second one free between the hours of 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR 3:00-6:00 P.M.
OPEN ALL WEEK
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Outback Pizza & More &
N I G H T C L U B
Look for the bears! Outback Pizza has new ownership, and is completely renovated with a firehouse bar and zebra room. Still enjoy the wood fired brick oven pizza, plus soups, burgers, pasta, salads, wings, chili, and more, plus a kids menu. Daily specials, 16 microbrews available; with a free shuttle van. 2841 Killington Road, Killington. (802) 422-9885.
Pasta Pot &
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Chef owned, the Pasta Pot has 40 years of authentic Italian cuisine under its belt. Whether you’re in the mood for ante pasta, pasta, pizza or homemade entrees, you’ll be satisfied. All menu entrees and pasta are available in half orders and don’t forget to ask about seasonal dishes. (802) 422-3004
Peppinos
Chef-owned since 1992, Peppino’s offers Neapolitan cuisine at its finest: pasta, veal, chicken, seafood, steak, and flatbreads. If you want it, Peppino’s has it! Aprés-hour daily features half price appetizers and flatbreads. For reservations, call (802) 422-3293. www.peppinosvt.com.
Pickle Barrel
Being Killington’s largest and most exciting venue, you’re bound to have a good time in here. Party the night away and feed yourself on delicious food such as chicken wings, onion rings, French fries or even a bowl of bacon. If that doesn’t interest you, you’re able to make your own pizza, by the slice or the whole pie. www.picklebarrelnightclub. com (802) 422-3035
Red Clover Inn
SPORTS
HEADQUARTERS • All Games in HD •
BEST WINGS
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3-6PM KID’S MENU AVAILABLE
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2910 Killington Road
FREE SHUTTLE
Farm to Table Vermont Food and Drinks. Thursday night Live Jazz. Monday night Chef Specials. Open Thursday to Monday, 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. 7 Woodward Road, Mendon, VT. (802) 775-2290, redcloverinn.com
Seward’s Dairy
If you’re looking for something truly unique and Vermont, check out Seward Dairy Bar. Serving classic homemade food including hamburgers, steaks, chicken, sandwiches and seafood. Craving something a little sweeter? Check out their own homemade 39 flavors of ice cream. Vermont products also sold. (802) 773-2738
Stony Brook Tavern
Stony Brook Tavern is a Vermont eatery on the banks of the White River in beautiful Stockbridge Vermont. Formerly known as the “Peavine Restaurant”, the property retains it’s beautiful rustic environment inside and out. Many things have stayed the same and many things have changed. The outcome is a wonderful local restaurant we wish to welcome you to. (802) 234-9922.
Sugar and Spice
Stop on by to Sugar and Spice for a home style breakfast or lunch served up right. Try six different kinds of pancakes and/or waffles or order up some eggs and home fries. For lunch they offer a Filmore salad, grilled roast beef, burgers and sandwiches. Take away and deck dining available. www.vtsugarandspice.com (802) 773-7832
O’Dwyers Public House
O’Dwyers Public House at the Summit Lodge welcomes you to enjoy traditional Irish fare including Guinness Stew, Seafood Pie and Bangers and Mash, in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Irish and local brews are on tap, and we have live music every weekend! (802) 422-3535.
Sunup Bakery
Killington’s favorite bakery and sandwich shop offers a variety of breakfast sandwiches served on fresh English muffins, bagels croissant and even gluten free bread is available. A variety of sandwiches are freshly made with all organic products. If coffee is something you’re craving, they have an espresso bar. www.sunupbakery.com (802) 422-3865
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. www.vermontsushi.com (802) 422-4241
KILLINGTON’S ONLY CRAFT BEER GARDEN with over 20 draft lines!
HIBACHI
SUSHI ASIAN
Mid-way up Killington Access Rd. Sun - Thurs 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Fri & Sat 11:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. vermontsushi.com • 802.422.4241
Classic Italian Cuisine Old World Tradition
fresh. simple. delicious! 1/2 price appetizers & flaTbreads DAILY from 4-5 p.m. OPEN DAILY AT 4 P.M.
SUNDAY DINNERS
Monday: Clay Canfield & Pat Navarre Tuesday: Mexican Night Wednesday: Pool League Thursday: Open Mic Jam Join Us for Great Tavern Food Daily Open at Noon on Weekends, 3 p.m. Weekdays
(802) 746-8999 • 2640 ROUTE 100 • PITTSFIELD
Choose any Entree from sunday dinner menu plus soup or salad and includes 2 meatballs per person 4-6 p.m. only $20 each adult; $10 each child
pasta | veal | Chicken seafood | steak | flatbreads
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Groovin’ the pasta & the salads & the lasagnas & mussels & the garlic bread & ...since the ‘70s Rte 4 Killington 422-3004 pastapotvt.com Open Daily 5 to 10 p.m.
LIVING A.D.E.
March sees four “Everyday Chef” Mexican cooking classes open to the public Saturday, March 4, 12 p.m.—RUTLAND—Join Rutland Area Farm and Food Link’s (RAFFL) “Everyday Chef” program (EDC) for a four-class series in March on nutritious, authentic Mexican food. EDC Coordinator Grace Davy and chef instructors Maya Zelkin, Julie Redington, and Elena Gustavson will bring bold flavors, festive cooking, and learning to their classes. The classes are as follows: Week 1: Pork Adobada, Enchiladas and Horchata, Saturday, March 4, 12-1:30 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church. Fall in love with Adobada, a luscious pork stew. Make a huge batch, then repurpose it into authentic enchiladas; and make a batch of Horchata, a beloved Mexican beverage made from cinnamon and toasted rice. Week 2: Mas Tamales y Tortillas: Masa With Local Corn, Sunday, March 12, 12-1:30 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church. Masa is an everyday part of local artist and celebrated home cook Maya Zelkin’s life, and a staple of Mexican cuisine. Learn how to prepare homemade masa from local corn, and make
tortillas and tamales with local ingredients. Week 3: Chile Rellenos, Avocado Crema, and Agua Fresca, Friday, March 17, 5:30-7 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church. Authentic Mexican food is good for you! These Chile Rellenos are lightly baked, packed with nutritious vegetarian ingredients, and have all the great Mexican flavor. Practice knife skills, learn about different ingredients and have fun cooking and eating together with Chef Julie Redington. Week 4: Regional Mexican Desserts, Friday, March 31, 5:30-7 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church. Former chef and RAFFL’s Executive Director Elena Gustavson grew up in Los Angeles developing a deep love and knowledge of Mexican food. Learn how to prepare Oaxaca chocolate, Cajeta—a traditional goat’s milk caramel, and beloved Mexican Flan—a comforting and satisfying custard. Tickets are $45 per class or $150 for all four. There is a 20 percent discount for seniors over 55, students, and farmers. For more information, call 802-417-1528 ext. 5. Register at rutlandfarmandfood.org.
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CHS annual meeting includes zombies, medical curiosities, and black history Sunday, March 5, 3 p.m.—CAVENDISH—The Annual Meeting of the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) will be Sunday, March 5, 3-5 p.m. at the Cavendish Baptist Church Parish Hall, 2258 Main St., Cavendish. In addition to the business agenda, there will be a special program “Cavendish Believe It or Not!” There are many Cavendish stories that people don’t know about. Yes, Phineas Gage’s and his famous accident ushered in the age of brain research. However, another medical curiosity lived here for at least 10 years. Alexis St. Martin revolutionized the understanding of gastroenterology with his permanent hole in his gut. A bit gory, and definitely strange, but oh so fascinating. With the snows of February, its fun to remember that at one time Cavendish had both a topnotch bobsled run and its very own ski hill. As part of February’s Black History Month, CHS has once again revisited the amazing story how an African slave, Peter Tumber (Tumbo) became free, moved to Cavendish and died here in 1832 at the age of 106. Then there is Clarence Adams. Just who is buried in his grave? Turns out he visited with a friend in Montreal after his supposed death and burial. He was also spotted in Nova Scotia and still later in Florida. Recently, CHS learned that a “zombie” movie was filmed in Proctorsville. Called “Incantation,” and lasting less than 10 minutes, it featured some of our local residents. Additional stories are welcomed. The meeting and program are free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
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REP. BUTCH SHAW
Chamber/REDC legislative breakfast set for March 6 Monday, March 6, 7:30 a.m.—RUTLAND—The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce and REDC invite the public to attend the legislative breakfast March 6, 7:30 a.m. at Franklin Conference Center. The breakfast will be moderated by Rutland County Delegation Chair Rep. Butch Show and feature a panel of Rutland County legislators. The tops discussed will be what’s new in economic development, education, transportation and appropriations. This is a great opportunity to discuss these important topics with the Rutland County Delegation and have every voice heard. The cost is $15 per person and includes a hot breakfast buffet. A RSVP is not required, but is requested by calling 802773-2747 or online at RutlandVermont.com.
F R E S H F O OD LO C A L B E E R R I VE R V I E W S
802.234.9922 Open Thurs-Sun at 4 p.m. 3657 RT. 107 Stockbridge, VT (formerly the Peavine Restaurant)
stonybrooktavern.com
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
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COLUMNS
Monthly market insights tallies as 2017 begins Major market indices reached new historical highs in January, highlighted by the Dow Jones
turned more mixed as the fourth-quarter earnings reporting season kicked off, and comments by President-elect Trump about drug company product pricing caused markets to whipsaw. MONEY MATTERS Stocks drifted ahead BY KEVIN THEISSEN of Inauguration Day, distracted by the calendar of testimony by Industrial Average breakCabinet nominees, before ing the 20,000 milestone. pushing to new highs. However, political Earnings scorecard issues, along with a sucAs of Jan. 27, with 34 percession of disappointing cent of the companies in earnings reports, trimmed the S&P 500 Index reportgains in the final days of ing actual results for Q4 trading. 2016, 65 percent of S&P 500 For the month, the Dow companies have beat the Jones Industrial Average mean earnings per share added 0.5 percent while the estimate. Standard & Poor’s 500 InThe blended earnings dex picked up 1.8 percent. growth rate for the S&P 500, The NASDAQ Composite which combines actual led the way, advancing 4.30 results for companies that percent. have reported and estimatStocks began the year ed results for companies on a positive note folyet to report, is 4.2 percent. lowing upbeat economic If this trend holds, it will data, and anticipation of be the first time the index stronger corporate earnhas seen year-over-year ings. The market quickly earnings growth for two
consecutive quarters since Q4 2014 and Q1 2015. Sector performance Most industry sectors posted gains last month, with materials (+5.17 percent), industrials (+2.76 percent), technology (+4.07 percent), and consumer discretionary (+4.37 percent) leading the way. Also ending higher were consumer staples (+1.22 percent), financials (+0.90 percent), and health care (+0.68 percent). Prices
Several of Europe’s stock markets saw gains, including Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands. The United Kingdom ended slightly lower. Pacific Rim countries were mixed with the Hang Seng index posting a solid gain, while Australia’s ASX 200 index slipped. Indicators Gross Domestic Product: The economy slowed down in the final quarter of 2016, posting a weak
HOUSING STARTS BOUNDED 11.3 PERCENT HIGHER IN DECEMBER, TOUCHING THEIR HIGHEST LEVEL IN NINE YEARS AND CLOSING OUT THE BEST YEAR SINCE 2007. slipped in the energy (-3.25 percent), real estate (-0.94 percent), and utilities (-0.29 percent) sectors. World markets Global markets enjoyed healthy gains in January, with the MSCI-EAFE Index rising 2.76 percent.
1.9 percent annual growth rate. While the fourth quarter experienced healthy consumer demand, business investment and stronger home building, an expansion in the trade deficit dragged down the overall number.
Employment: A mixed employment report indicated a slowdown in job creation with the addition of just 156,000 jobs, but the strongest wage growth since 2009. The unemployment rate crept higher to 4.7 percent, up from 4.6 percent, while wages rose 2.9 percent from a year earlier. Retail sales: Propelled by auto purchases and online holiday shopping, retail sales rose 0.6 percent in the final month of 2016. It was the eighth monthly increase in the last nine months. Industrial production: Industrial output increased at the fastest pace since November 2014, rising 0.8 percent, while capacity utilization rose 0.6 percentage points to 75.5 percent. Housing: Housing starts bounded 11.3 percent higher in December, touching their highest level in nine years and closing out the best year since
2007. Sales of existing homes, however, slipped 2.8 percent, possibly signaling that rising prices and mortgage rates are pricing some buyers out of the market. New home sales suffered their steepest decline since March 2015, falling by 10.4 percent. Purchases of new homes represented only ten percent of overall home sales in 2016, well below the 16 percent prerecession average. CPI: In the clearest sign that price inflation may be gathering steam, the consumer price index rose 0.3 percent in December, and posted an annual jump of 2.1 percent—the biggest 12-month jump since June 2014. Durable goods orders: Orders for long lasting goods fell 0.4 percent, weighed down by a sharp drop in defense-related orders. Excluding defense, durable goods orders increased 1.7 percent in December.
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IMDb vs. Oscar My girlish interest in the Academy Awards is surely fairly obvious to frequent readers of this column, given the truly embarrassing number of times I’ve written about generation y here the Oscars by brett yates (including last week, in what was, upon reflection, possibly least coherent column in the history of my Mountain Times career—a serious achievement). Even so, I’ve steadily insisted that the actual choices made by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, in terms of who gets the trophies and who doesn’t, aren’t important, either as determinants for the long-term reputations of the Best Picture winners or even as reliable indicators of an elsewhere-derived cultural significance. In short, my belief is that the Academy usually picks movies that don’t matter much and, in doing so, probably only further contributes to their not mattering: the critics, academics, and film historians who, more than anyone else (except the viewing public at large), shape the grand narrative of the American film industry and help to define its high and low points are, if anything, a little suspicious of Best Picture winners, I think, and likely a bit more hesitant, as a result of the Academy’s official seal of approval, to grant classic status. The collaborative process among high-level tastemakers, amateur film buffs, and general audiences that, for example, made “Pulp Fiction,” “Fight Club,” and “The Matrix” the essential cinematic touchstones of the 1990s (for better or worse) did not involve the Academy—or even the box office, really, where the decade’s victors were “Titanic,” “Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace,” and “Jurassic Park.” The place where we, as a culture, figure out what we actually care about is somewhere else—not at the multiplex itself, nor at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Where, then? On the internet, of course. Recently it occurred to me that the best way to measure the irrelevance (or relevance) of the Best Picture Oscar—in its ability either to generate a permanent popular interest in its recipients or to predict, which movies will, regardless of the interference of award shows, end up mattering to people—would be simply to examine the vote totals for all the winners on the Internet Movie Database. The IMDb is, of course, not a perfect representation of the totality of film culture; as I’ve noted before, it skews geeky, but then again, it may simply be that the long arc of the cinematic universe bends toward geekiness. Overall, there’s probably no better way of figuring out which movies of the past people today are still thinking
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about than by looking at how many people have clicked to rate them on IMDb. Here is the test I concocted: is a Best Picture among the top five vote-getters on IMDb for the year in which it was released? If so, that means the Academy “got it right” in this particular sense; if not, then the Academy “got it wrong.” Note that I don’t care what the score for the movie is on the IMDb’s ten-point scale; I want to know only if people are thinking about it, not what, specifically, they think. I applied this test 79 times, starting with “Wings” (which won the first Best Picture) but ignoring the last ten Oscar ceremonies under the belief that, if a movie is less than 10 years old, it hasn’t had a chance to settle into what will likely become its permanent historical reputation. In other words, the jury is still out on the likes of “Spotlight” and “Birdman.” So, the results: did the Academy more often get it right or wrong? To my surprise, the answer is: right. 47 times, the Best Picture winner landed among the top five vote-getters of its year on IMDb; it fell short only 32 times. The most impressive stretch was the 1970s, when the 42nd Academy Awards commenced a streak of 10 “good” choices, from “Midnight Cowboy” to “The Deer Hunter,” with the likes of “The Godfather” and “Patton” in between. The Academy’s weakest period was the 1980s, when, on seven out of 10 occasions, it failed to pick a Best Picture that would land among the IMDb’s top five most voted movies for its year. I think it’s not coincidental that the 1970s is frequently considered the best decade in American film, while many believe the 1980s to be among the worst. The worthy Oscar choices of the ‘70s reflected the clarity of vision and purpose of a voting body comprised of industry professionals who not only were at the top of their game artistically but understood the connection between movies and the larger culture, which was why they made selections that continue to resonate. By the 1980s, the industry had primarily retreated to bigbudget special-effects extravaganzas that existed mostly to sell toys; it was no longer clear what the artistic purpose of Hollywood filmmaking was, and the confusion of the voters who landed on “Chariots of Fire” and “The Last Emperor” showed that Hollywood movies, on the whole, weren’t doing anything recognizably significant at the time. But in the larger picture, are the Oscars kind of relevant after all? I’ll acknowledge, maybe, that they’re semi-relevant. A 59-percent success rate, with a fairly capacious definition of “success,” isn’t that great, but I can admit that I underestimated the Academy’s acumen. Of course, it doesn’t matter much one way or the other. As you surely know, deep down, if you tuned in on Sunday night, the Oscars are about celebrity, not about film.
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The shortcuts we took As we all know, the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. During the aging process we sometimes take the “long way ‘round” to go places Looking and do Back things. If by mary ellen you are with shaw the love of your life, that might work out OK because to alter the age old expression just a little, you might find that “The longest way ‘round is the sweetest way home!” I was reminded of the many shortcuts in my life, when a friend informed me about her various ways of getting “from here…to there.” She told me that when she walks from her home to the Woodstock Avenue McDonald’s for our coffee klatch her chosen route involves a shortcut through St. Joseph Cemetery. Because she knows many of the “occupants” she pays her respects as she passes through. When you are a kid everyone’s yard is a shortcut if it gets you to your friends’ homes quicker. The occupants of only one house on Howard Avenue yelled at us over the years. We were told to keep off their property and we did. Of course, we thought they were the meanest people on the block! From their perspective, they were out enjoying their own yard when about a dozen kids ran through it. As I look back, we deserved to be admonished! But what better way to get to the neighborhood grocery store for a popsicle or penny candy than through people’s yards? I remember visiting a friend on Spellman Terrace back in the 50s. We used to go to Young’s Grocery Store on Killington Avenue to get our treats. The shortest route was through yards on each of those streets. The kids actually wore paths on them from all the foot traffic. Fortunately, nobody ever yelled at us. I had a cousin who lived on Engrem Avenue growing up. We came up with the bright idea of rafting down Moon Brook from Piedmont Parkway to the pollywog on Engrem to get from my house to hers. Our “raft” happened to be a wooden drawer from my parents’ kitchen and it
sank as soon as the two of us got in it! Over the years I often heard about people who walked along the railroad tracks to get from “Happy Valley” in the River Street area to downtown. That unsafe option was rectified a few years ago when a paved pathway was put in. Residents from that area can now access the Rutland Shopping Plaza safely on foot. My husband, Peter, and I have taken our share of shortcuts over the years. Most of them have been his idea. One could have ended very differently than it did. We used to camp in the Northeast Kingdom and fished on just about every body of water up there. One time he opted to take a shortcut to Newark Pond from Barton. We were pulling a boat and trailer behind our car. As it turned out this particular road had become a logging road and there was no way we could turn around once we got on it. Fortunately, we did not meet another car (who else would be foolish enough to be on it?) and met with no obstructions as we made our way to the pond. As you might guess, we went back the long way! As they say, “Happy wife, happy life!” While hiking with friends over the years we have sometimes opted for shortcuts in Pine Hill Park. They didn’t always turn out as planned but we have learned that as long as we stay within the perimeters of the park, we will not get lost…just misdirected! Since all of us are “seniors” we don’t want the embarrassment of being the “old people” who are objects of a police hunt broadcast over the scanner. We strictly follow the trail map these days. One of my favorite shortcuts has come to an unfortunate end with the passing of my 94 year old cousin, Loyola. Our backyards abut and since the death of her husband in 2001 I took that shortcut about every day. She often told me that seeing my footprints in the snow made her feel less lonesome. After learning that, I never wanted to take the long way over. Wherever you grew up or wherever you made a shortcut, the above remembrances may evoke similar memories for you. It’s simply human nature to take the shortest distance between two points. I hope your shortcuts turn out as planned.
Power to the people
continued from page 7 The guide offers on-going support, guidance, and camaraderie. “A real resistance movement is a marathon, not a sprint,” it reminds us. Try as I must to distance myself from the political corruption and shocking news each day, my conscience keeps pulling me back to speaking up and standing up for what I believe in and what I am completely against. What I can do is avoid feeling that the situation is hopeless and try to share ways that will help us fight for social justice and work together for the greater good. Our future depends on it, and so does our Nation and the world. “Power to the people” I say! “El pueblo unido jamas sera vencido! The people united will never be defeated!” To end here is a positive “Angel Post:” Be aware of what’s happening around you. Be mindful of your actions and thoughts. You create your own reality through both your deed and mindset. When you envision the good, you create it. When you focus on the bad, you maintain it. The most important thing you can do is to visualize the good you desire. Look for the positive in each situation and in each person, too. Try to see their
By Marguerite Jill Dye
Paper cut assemblage titled “We are indivisible!” unique perspective, developed from their life experience. If you can connect with their innermost self and understand where they came from, you’ll find your differences will melt away. You might, in time, become friends. Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. Finding your common thread will help you weave a human tapestry to heal humanity’s hurt. Marguerite Jill Dye, author and artist. She lives in Killington, Vt., and Florida with her husband Duane.
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Making lemonade when life gives you (lots of) lemons
I have been sitting here, pondering all of the ways life goes wrong. I have been thinking of all of the things that have happened to me, dozens of injuries, Altitude dozens of Altit Sick Sickness broken By br brady bones crain (ostensibly more than a dozen broken noses alone), love life that is ridiculous to the point of stupidity, loneliness, no retirement account, nothing but an office full of half-broken instruments and a storage unit full of trade tools that I hope never to use again. Then I look at it through another lens. I have pursued brutal, ragged dreams, and come out (student loans aside) a few thousand dollars ahead. I have battered my body and my brain to a point that would have killed or permanently disabled many. Break an ankle? I will hop around my house a week later with a hot bowl of soup in my hand. Now maybe if I hop under a doorway I will wind up out cold on the floor with hot soup all over me (ask me how I know), but I will also wind up with a good leg that is as strong and capable as a tree. Out of work for a month or two with an injury, do I sit on the couch? No, I rise to the challenge and see just how far I can push this physical therapy thing. Broken bones heal stronger in the end. A certain degree of isolation means that I am inflicting my life onto no one and can concentrate on physical therapy, rehabilitation, etc. A storage
unit full of things means that eventually I have a very useful basement, or an excellent yard sale ahead of me. No retirement account means that…well that still sucks. I have picked a ton of lemons in my life, but I have made a LOT of lemonade ... right down to writing some really good songs that very few people will ever hear and some very good standup comedy that very few people will ever see.
shins and calves, finally to quads, hams, glutes, and lower back, starting at mild, and taking a sudden turn into total charlie horse without warning). I did so well that I actually pulled off a bit of a coup. I walked 700 yards with my usual rotation (front, back, side, side), and decided that instead of swimming 500 yards of crawl, that I would swim 600 yards. I felt so good after, that I went into a 600 yard breast stroke without touching the bottom. I then did 200 more
I HAVE PICKED A TON OF LEMONS IN MY LIFE, BUT I HAVE MADE A LOT OF LEMONADE ... RIGHT DOWN TO WRITING SOME REALLY GOOD SONGS THAT VERY FEW PEOPLE WILL EVER HEAR AND SOME VERY GOOD STAND-UP COMEDY THAT VERY FEW PEOPLE WILL EVER SEE. In the lemonade department this week, let’s talk about the pool work, which is going swimmingly. (That pun, by the way, is totally intended.) Being in the pool as much as I have in the last week and a half, I have learned an important lesson about cramping, which I always assumed was from either dehydration or sugar/starch. It turns out that there is a third category, a third cause, which is insufficient caloric resources. One day when I was having trouble with cramping in the pool, I grabbed a handful of walnuts and drank my usual amount of water before heading out. While I did get some crampy feelings, I was able to work around the edges of those with hydration and modification of kicking technique (cramps always start in the toes, working up into the
yards of crawl, 200 yards of breast stroke, 150 yards crawl, 50 yards breast stroke. Here’s the kicker (pun, once again, thoroughly intended): 1,800 yards is more than a mile. The farthest I had previously swum without touching the bottom of a pool is 1,000 yards, and that was when I was a racer (admittedly, it took me less than half the time). In 10 short days, I went from wheezing through a 100 yard crawl to swimming a contiguous mile plus. I would have gone further but for the cramping. I promised myself to try two handfuls of walnuts next time. I then walked another 800 yards to bring my walking laps up to my swimming laps. Today, I hit another milestone in my pool time. I walked 800 yards and then swam a contiguous 1200 yards of crawl, another personal best for me. I then
knocked out another 400yd breast stroke for fun before the cramping got the best of me again. The pool at the Woods Spa is rapidly getting me back into the kind of shape that I like to be in, but the physical therapy is not doing anything for my ability to stand up for more than a couple of minutes. Strong? Yep. Flexible? Downright bendy. Can I now sit comfortably for longer than a half hour or so? Yes. Bu tcan I stand for more than a few minutes without excruciating pain? No I cannot. At least in the pool I can exercise without excruciating pain. As you all probably know by now, I need regular exercise, because I am like a poorlytrained Rottweiler. Keep me tired and occupied and I am well-behaved, even courtly. Let me get fat and bored, and I will eat your favorite shoes and start in on the couch. I will destroy everything, from furniture to the lives of every person who cares about me. In other news, I went out last night on a whim and did a quick set at the Snowplow comedy contest at the Outback and made the finals (which will be complete by the time this article goes to press). Afterward, I did something that I almost never do, which is to stay out and go to a bar where people are drinking. I went out because the Heavily Brothers were playing, and frankly, you just don’t miss a chance to see those guys play. (Music fan-favorites Rick Redington and Duane Carleton have reunited their acoustic duo the Heavily Brothers.) I stayed for a few songs, said hi to the boys, and then split because my back was screaming. I am as pleased as punch that the boys are playing again. Killington wasn’t the same without them.
Winter bird rehabilitation faces extra challenges
By Leah Burdick
An injured barred owl sat in the back seat of a four-door sedan, staring balefully out the window at its rescuer. “I saw him on the side of the road, just sitting there, trying to fly,” the young woman explained to Maria Colby, director of Wings of the Dawn THE OUTSIDE Wildlife Rehabilitation STORY and Rescue. “Other cars were stopping and then circling back around to see if I needed help. His eye looks messed up.” Colby nodded, her spectacles perched on her nose and her hands protected by large leather gloves with gauntlets. She opened the car door, wrapping the owl up into a towel and whisking it inside her house, to her warm kitchen. The owl panicked, making clicking noises and trying to fly, but Colby kept a firm hold as she administered a few droplets of pain medication into its beak. Then she carried the owl into her triage room and placed it in a small pet carrier. She explained that she would let it rest for twenty minutes until the pain medication kicked in, then do an evaluation and consult with her local veterinarian. She would also report the owl to both federal and state fish and wildlife departments. “Can I call you to see how it’s doing?” the young woman asked. “Of course,” Colby assured her. “I’ll know more in a few days.” Wings of the Dawn, located in Henniker, N. H., has been rehabilitating wildlife for nearly 30 years. Colby is the organization’s only full-time staff member, but many others are involved, including a group of dedicated volunteers. With their help, in 2016 Colby rescued over 500 birds and 200 mammals. Her bird patients have included owls and hawks, bald eagles, loons, ducks, songbirds, pigeons, sparrows, and crows. She has also cared for foxes, skunks, fishers, raccoons, possums, and even a bobcat and a bear cub. This time of year, Colby mostly sees barred owls. They may be hit by cars, fly into windows,
or if there is heavy snowfall, simply be weakened from hunger. Day or night, including weekends and holidays, Colby’s phone will ring. “I’m always on call,” she said firmly. Wildlife rehabilitation is especially tricky business in winter. The deck is stacked against animals that are vulnerable due to stress from an injury. Colby won’t even release rehabbed patients until late February or early March, in order to give them the best possible chance at survival. The exceptions to this rule are rescued barred owls that have no eye injuries; if an owl can fly and has full vision, she will release it as soon as it is healed. The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) in Quechee, Vt., also rescues and rehabilitates birds throughout the year, and takes special precautions to make sure that winter-released patients have a good chance of enduring the harsh conditions. Ac-
cording to Lauren Adams, lead wildlife keeper at VINS, of particular concern are migratory birds that are injured or lose their flock. A bird that is meant to fly south for the winter is unlikely to survive up here, and VINS provides help by arranging transport down to another wildlife sanctuary in a more habitable climate. VINS is also the frequent recipient of injured barred owls. At their wildlife hospital, just like at Wings of the Dawn, the first stage is triage. Large birds are placed in a pet carrier or cage that is covered with towels to reduce stress. Smaller birds are placed in towel-lined plastic tubs. Pain and anti-inflammatory medications are administered, as well as fluids to keep the bird hydrated. Once a bird shows signs of recovery, staff move it to a larger stall with perches and heat lamps. As the bird becomes even stronger, staff may place it in a large outside enclosure. Since standing water will freeze in the winter, wild birds often get fluids via their food. For raptors, VINS injects dead rodents with water and places them on heat disks to prevent an unappetizing “mouse-cicle” effect. Eventually, recovering birds of prey are placed in a flight cage. The flight cage is approximately 20 feet long and includes ladders, perches, and ramps designed to help the bird exercise its flight and hunting behaviors. The cage is L-shaped in order to facilitate and encourage the turning maneuvers required for hunting. Like Colby, the VINS staff is careful about the timing of winter releases. According to Adams, another concern is that healed birds can re-injure themselves in captivity by attempting to escape, so once they are healthy enough to hunt and fly, out they go. The staff at VINS will check the weather and pick a nice day with no freezing rain in the forecast, and no heavy winds. “We know we’ve given them their best chance to survive,” said Adams. “We wish them luck.” For more information about VINS and Wings of the Dawn, see vinsweb.org and wingswildlife.org. Leah Burdick is a freelance writer who studies law at Vermont Law School. 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.
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