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National expert battles Vt. opiate crisis Whiting native returns, helps fight epidemic

By LEE J. KAHRS BRANDON — Richard Rawson graduated from Otter Valley Union High School in 1968, earned B.S. and a Ph.D. degrees in psychology from the University of Vermont and went

on to become a preeminent researcher in the area of opiate addiction and abuse. He spent 40 years overseeing clinical trials on pharmacological and psychosocial addiction treatments.

After working as a professor in

the UCLA Department of Psychiatry for more than 20 years and serving as co-director of UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs, Rawson retired in 2015 and moved back to Vermont from California, bought a house in Sudbury and hoped to raise a few goats and relax.

But things changed when he

realized how bad the opiate epidemic was here at home.

“I had no intention of doing this,” he told an audience at a recent event at the Brandon Inn. “Since I got back two summers ago, I was real happy about the Hannaford, and Café and Gourmet Provence, but I was stunned (See Addiction, Page 12A)

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Middlebury seeks boost for local sidewalk project

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — The town of Middlebury wants to reallocate $240,000 in state funds that had been earmarked for safety improvements to Printer’s Alley to

instead help lengthen a proposed shared-use path along Exchange Street.

It was in 2010 that the Vermont Agency of Transportation gave (See Sidewalk, Page 12A)

Bus service provides big lift for select parents, kids Head Start, PCC join forces for new service

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — The Addison County Parent/Child Center and Champlain Valley Head Start have launched a new bus service to ensure low-income parents and their kids get transportation from their homes to the child care, educational training and jobs they need in order to remain independent and self-sufficient.

It’s called the “Early Education Bus Service,” featuring two specially outfitted vehicles serving 30 children and 13 adults that are clients of the Parent/Child center and/or Head Start.

The center is a state-renowned nonprofit in Middlebury that offers child care services and training programs for young parents.

Champlain Valley Head Start offers center-based and home-based early education services to more than 350 low-income families in throughout Franklin, Grand Isle, Chittenden and Addison counties.

Leaders of both organizations have been noting the transportation challenges for their young clients, many of whom can’t afford a vehicle and don’t live near a public bus stop.

No transportation can mean no child care, which in turn can keep a parent out of the workforce.

“Addison County is a rural county, and we have always had a challenge with transportation,” said Donna Bailey, co-director of the Parent/ Child Center. “It’s tough. Our mantra is, ‘What do people need?’

Transportation and child care, in order to be able to work. And affordable housing is another big piece.”

Together, the two nonprofits (See Bus, Page 15A)

On the run

THE MIDDLEBURY MAPLE Run half marathon, relay and fun run took place in and around Middlebury Sunday morning.

Almost 700 runners took advantage of the cool weather and enjoyed the scenic course that started and finished near Porter Hospital. For complete coverage, see Page 14A.

Top, Independent photos/ Trent Campbell. Bottom photo courtesy of Addison County Chamber of Commerce/ Stephen James

Work concluding on addition for iconic church

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — For 208 years, the majestic Congregational Church of Middlebury has symbolically stood vigil over downtown Middlebury from its perch at the intersection of North Pleasant and Main streets.

Workers are currently putting

some of the final touches on a sibling structure that will provide much-needed program space for the church’s growing membership, youth education classes and humanitarian outreach efforts.

The two-story, 8,000-square-foot addition springs from the north side of the historic Congregational

Church worship hall. It has been on the congregation’s wish list for several decades, though this version has been in the works since around 2011. The new structure will be officially introduced to the community at a Sept. 9 open house, though church leaders and project coordinators on Tuesday gave the

Independent a sneak peek at what is now an 80-percent-complete version of the congregation’s collective vision.

The Rev. Andrew Nagy-Benson, pastor of the church, said he admires the creativity of the architects and skill of the professionals putting up (See Church, Page 7A)

Love of goats sparks creation of Goshen micro dairy Young farmers build pedigrees and products

By GAEN MURPHREE GOSHEN — On a gorgeous day in May, Goshen farmers Chad and Morgan Beckwith are taking their goats on a walk. The small herd follows along through the woods like a happy pack of large shaggy dogs, browsing on everything in sight.

Partway through the walk, Morgan hears an urgent bleating that can only mean one thing. Calliope — a one-year-old French-Alpine “show goat” from New Hampshire and the newest addition to Ice House Farm — is about to kid for the first time.

Morgan tears off for the barn and is soon crouching alongside the expectant mother, crooning words of encouragement.

“Morgan’s the goat midwife,” says Chad.

The 24-goat “micro dairy”

produces raw goat milk, goat milk products (soap and soon yogurt), and honey, which they sell through the Middlebury Farmers’ Market. Previously they also sold through the online yourfarmstand.com.

They plan to expand during the coming year, selling to local natural food stores.

The Beckwiths began farming three years ago, first renting an acreage in Addison. The “ice house” in the farm’s name was a historic structure on the Addison farm, where blocks of ice cut from Lake Champlain were once stored. They moved operations to Goshen last September.

Their focus on goats grew out of a love of making homemade cheese and yogurt.

“We just kind of fell in love with (See Farmers, Page 16A)

By the way Lincoln Community School was one of five Vermont community organizations that this week received Vermont Arts Council grants for public art. These Animating Infrastructure grants encourage collaborative partnerships between communities and artists to integrate public art into existing or proposed infrastructure improvement projects. The Lincoln School will use its $14,904 in funds to support the design and creation of a community mosaic mural on a concrete wall at the entrance of the school.

Dog owners take note. Organizers of a new Middlebury dog park off Collins Drive will officially inaugurate the offering this Saturday, May 13, with a “leash cutting” ceremony at 10 a.m. The new park (See By the way, Page 3A)

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CHAD AND MORGAN Beckwith pose with several of this year’s kids on their Ice House Farm in Goshen.

The Beckwiths sell raw goat milk and goat milk products from their micro dairy.

Independent photos/Trent Campbell

PAGE 2A — Addison Independent, Thursday, May 11, 2017

Map, industrial zoning in Ferrisburgh plan draw fire Board to research map before next hearing

By ANDY KIRKALDY without returning the document to FERRISBURGH — Ferrisburgh the planning commission for reviselectboard members agreed to re- sion. search a map issue raised at a TuesThe selectboard said it would reday public hearing on the proposed search the question before the next new town plan. They also heard con- hearing — at least two are required cerns about the town’s two industrial before adoption. districts from 23 residents at Ferris“It’s a good point. The map might burgh’s Route 7 town hall. be wrong,” Selectboard ChairwomThe board could agree to make a an Loretta Lawrence said. change to mapping and zoning along Hinsdale, who attended planning a small stretch of Route 7 north of commission hearings to seek a reverLewis Creek, depending on what sal of the mapping change, said he they find in planning commission has never heard a clear explanation minutes — if anything. for it. He said he now leases a small Selectman Rick Ebel and town portion of his 100-acre property to employees were searchthe Agency of Transporing planning minutes on “The map tation for nearby highway Wednesday morning try- stops short. work. ing to discover why zon“Nobody in Ferrisburgh This map ing on properties on the can tell me why the map east side of Route 7 owned does not got changed,” Hinsdale

by Clark Hinsdale III correspond said. and Dot Myers had been with my Planner Arabella Holzchanged from commercial. memory, and apfel said the Route 7 zonProperties opposite theirs it does not ing change was already in on the west side remain place “after a very public correspond unchanged. process” when she joined But town lister Carl Cole with the the commission in 2013. said he believed the map text.”

She speculated the — Carl Cole change was made to was drawn in error by the Addison County Regional “consolidate commercial Planning Commission, a statement development” and prevent sprawl supported by Ferrisburgh Conser- after the controversy surrounding vation Commission Chairman Craig approval of the Champlain Oil Co.’s Heindel. Both Cole and Heindel said gas station, McDonald’s Restaurant they were at a meeting at which the and convenience store project was issue was discussed. approved.

According to Cole’s recollection Hinsdale said he did not believe and the regs, Cole said the com- that was an adequate explanation. mercial zone in question should run “I’m sick of being told the dedown to the Lewis Creek conserva- cision has been made, and nobody tion zone on both sides of Route 7, knows why,” Hinsdale said. “This but on the map does so only on the is my chance … to come in and say west side. what I think.”

The plan describes the “North Lawrence said the board would Business Planning Area,” which al- listen to Hinsdale. She added the lows commercial uses, as running selectboard would set a second hear“south to the Conservation District ing date at its May 16 meeting, and associated with Lewis Creek.” would be busy before then.

“The map stops short,” Cole said.

“In the meantime we’ll be doing “This map does not correspond with some research,” Lawrence said. my memory, and it does not correState law requires the planning spond with the text.” commission to revisit the plan they Heindel said the selectboard could wrote if the selectboard makes “subsimply adjust the boundary line (See Ferrisburgh, Page 3A)

Mixing it up MEMBERS OF THE Middlebury and Dartmouth women’s rugby teams pass, run, tackle and scrum during a game at Middlebury College Saturday afternoon. Dartmouth battled Middlebury and the weather to a 15-3 win. For more photos, see today’s sports section.

Independent photos /Trent Campbell

Vermont Legislature sends pot bill to governor’s desk

By ELIZABETH HEWITT VTDigger.org MONTPELIER — With a historic vote Wednesday, the Vermont Legislature became the first in the country to send a marijuana legalization bill to its governor.

The House passed the latest version of a legalization proposal on a vote of 79-66. With the House’s approval, the bill, S.22, moves on to Gov. Phil Scott’s desk, where it could face a veto.

This is the first time any state legislature has passed pot legalization, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Eight states and Washington, D.C., have legalized — all by ballot measure.

Last week, Sen. Dick Sears, D-Bennington, who introduced the legalization amendment to legislation that originally related to fentanyl distribution penalties, billed the proposal as “a compromise” between the visions of legalization favored by the House and the Senate.

The final version closely resembles a proposal the House passed last week, H.170, which would allow adults to possess up to an ounce of marijuana and grow a small number of plants at home. This would take ef-

fect in July, 2018.

The bill will also create a commission of officials and members of the public to draw up a bill to establish a system to tax and regulate marijuana sales — the model of legalization favored by the Senate.

The House Judiciary Committee discussed the latest proposal Wednesday morning and recommended, on a vote of 8 to 3, that the House concur with the Senate’s bill.

In the course of more than an hour of discussion on the House floor in the afternoon, some lawmakers opposed the bill over concerns about road safety, health impacts and minors’ access to pot. Others argued in favor, saying the step is a meaningful criminal justice reform.

Some came to support the bill because it takes a step toward creating a regulated model, as opposed to the original House version.

Whether Scott will sign the bill remains a question. The governor has said he is not opposed to marijuana legalization in the long term, but does not feel the time is right.

He told reporters Wednesday he will need to research the bill before he decides whether to sign it.

VTrans seeks move of Middlebury bus stop

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — The Vermont Agency of Transportation wants the Addison County Transit Resources bus stop on Merchants Row in Middlebury to be moved by Monday, June 12, as preparations are made for installation of two temporary bridges over the railroad in downtown. One of those bridges is right at the current ACTR stop.

The Middlebury selectboard received that information at Tuesday’s meeting as part of an update on plans to relocate the bus stop.

June 12 is when initial work will begin to demolish the deteriorating Merchants Row and Main Street bridges and replace them with temporary spans that will remain in place for the duration of a tunnel project that’s expected to last into 2020.

Local project liaison Jim Gish noted two potential spots for a relocated ACTR stop — one on western side of South Pleasant Street near the former Cole’s Flowers business, and the other on the westbound side of Seymour Street in place of some offstreet parking across from Fire & Ice Restaurant.

Gish said in the long term, ACTR wants the bus stop to be placed at the

north end of the northbound lane of South Pleasant Street. In this scenario, South Pleasant would become one-way, southbound. ACTR is expected to file related plans in about a month, according to Gish.

He added there are no plans right now have the ACTR stop return to Merchants Row. James Moulton, executive director (See ACTR, Page 3A)

Addison Independent, Thursday, May 11, 2017 — PAGE 3A

Orwell, other towns, OK high school budget Ferrisburgh

By JOHN FLOWERS ORWELL — Orwell residents on Tuesday joined others in the Addison Rutland Supervisory Union in approving a 2017-2018 Fair Haven Union High School budget proposal of $7,831,980 that had been defeated on Town Meeting Day. Residents in the ARSU-member communities of Orwell, Castleton, Benson, Hubbardton, West Haven and Fair Haven endorsed the spending plan by a 615-511 tally, according to figures provided by district Superintendent Ron Ryan. It’s the same spending plan that ARSU voters defeated last March by a 927763 tally.

The FHUHS budget revote was one of five referenda fielded by district voters on Tuesday, and all of them passed.

Ryan credited a spirited public information campaign for turning the tide for the budget, which reflects a 3.4-percent spending reduction ($279,130) compared to this year.

District officials theorized that a big reason for the budget’s initial defeat was state-mandated wording on the ballot noting a projected 9.75-percent increase in per-pupil spending.

Officials were concerned that voters in March might have misconstrued that to mean a 9.75-percent increase in overall spending.

“We tried to keep the conversation going,” Ryan said. “I think it really paid off.”

The per-pupil spending increase the Act 46 question by a 360-290 was caused in large part by a drop in tally back on March 7, but a resident student enrollment and a $718,885 successfully petitioned for reconsiddecline in revenues for the high eration. school. FHUHS’s higher per-pupil Addison Rutland Supervisory spending rate of $14,881 will still Union officials needed at least four be “substantially below the state- of the district’s six communities to wide union high school average of support forming a SVMUUSD that $15,380,” according to an informa- would be governed by a single board tional flyer sent out by the district. presiding over a single budget. Tues“We are really elated,” Ryan said day’s voting results mean that five of school officials’ reacof the six towns will join tion to Tuesday’s positive the unified district, with votes within the ARSU. “We are Orwell standing alone in really elated. opposition. Orwell resi“It’s a happy day here.”

Here is a rundown of It’s a happy dents rejected the Act 46 Tuesday’s other voting day here.” referendum three times. results in the ARSU: — Ron Ryan The community will now • Fair Haven residents work with the Vermont passed a revised version Agency of Education to of their elementary school budget, determine how its school system 221-135. The original budget was will be governed in the future. defeated on Town Meeting Day. Orwell will need to prove to the • Residents in the Castleton-Hub- agency that its individual school bardton Union School District OK’d governance plan meets the objeca revised budget by a slim 346-336 tives of Act 46, a state law designed tally. The original budget was de- to encourage efficiencies and shared feated on Town Meeting Day. resources among neighboring • Fair Haven residents voted 234- school districts. If they fail to make 124 in favor of joining a new Slate a convincing argument, the Agency Valley Modified Unified Union of Education can place Orwell in a School District (SVMUUSD) under unified school district.

Vermont’s Act 46. Fair Haven voters In the meantime, the town will had rejected the Act 46 referendum continue to operate the Orwell Vilon March 7, 220-208. lage School as a “Non-Member El• Castleton residents af- ementary District.” It will continue firmed their support of joining the to elect its own elementary school SVMUUSD, voting 315-259 in fa- board, vote on its elementary budvor. Castleton residents had OK’d get, and pay its own elementary ex-

penses. It will continue to send secondary school students to FHUHS (paying a proportional share based on enrollment), and its school board representatives will only be able to vote on modified union district business relating to grades 9-12, officials said.

Orwell will not share in the financial perks the other five towns will receive in transitioning to the new Slate Valley district. Orwell will no longer qualify for its “small schools grant,” according to Ryan. The grant amounted to around $100,000 in 2016, according to ARSU officials.

Ryan said Orwell has another year in which to potentially reverse its decision and join the SVMUUSD. After a year, it would require a positive vote by the five other member-towns to admit Orwell to the SVMUUSD, according to Ryan.

“It would be much easier (for Orwell) if they were on board,” Ryan said.

For now, ARSU officials are planning the unification transition for Castleton, Benson, Hubbardton, West Haven and Fair Haven. Ryan believes the Agency of Education will call an organizational meeting for the five SVMUUSD communities as soon as next month.

“Right now, we are in a waiting mode,” Ryan said.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

ACTR (Continued from Page 2A) of ACTR, reiterated his preference for the South Pleasant Street spot.

He noted a 2016 study in which that location garnered the most support from among several potential locations.

Some South Street residents have raised concern about a bus stop potentially raising noise, idling and child safety issues in the neighborhood.

But the Middlebury Department of Public Works has recommended the Seymour Street spot, according to Ramsay. That possible location has drawn some concerns due to its proximity to the town’s fire station and the potential for traffic disruption during an emergency call.

“Our view is that this process has been pretty thoroughly vetted,” Moulton said. “There were a lot of concerns raised about the Seymour Street location that haven’t gone away.”

Middlebury’s Infrastructure Committee is expected to weigh the Seymour Street and South Pleasant Street options this Thursday, May 11, and recommend a preferred ACTR bus stop location to the selectboard at its next meeting.

In other activity on Tuesday, the Middlebury selectboard discussed extending a sidewalk on Exchange Street (see story on Page 1A), and also: • Discussed Middlebury’s support of state legislation aimed at giving the town the option of creating a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district as a way of potentially financing a local parking garage.

TIF gives communities the ability to capture and use most of the increased local property tax revenues from new development in a specific geographic area to pay back investments on the infrastructure (such as water and sewer connections) to help make that new development

possible. Current state law limits the use of TIF to a combined total of 11 specific districts in the municipalities of Burlington, Milton, Newport, Winooski, Colchester, Hartford, St. Albans and Barre.

Middlebury supported a bill this session that would allow for creation of an additional eight TIF districts (with Middlebury included).

As of Tuesday, the TIF legislation was being discussed by a House-Senate conference committee. That’s usually the final negotiating step to determine whether the bill gets passed or moves on for the governor’s signature.

The selectboard on Tuesday voted unanimously to draft a letter to House-Senate conferees reiterating their support for the TIF legislation.

• Unanimously agreed to contribute a combined total of $55,000 from the town’s Conservation Fund to help the Vermont Land Trust permanently conserve two local farms:

Quarry Road Farms, owned by Joel and Shirley Pominville, and the Butler Farm off Munger Street. The Independent will soon provide a more extensive report on that conservation deal, which continues to be finetuned by the VLT. Middlebury’s Conservation Fund currently includes $398,611. It was once funded by the proceeds from a penny on the tax rate. It now receives around $54,000 annually through the Battell Trust. The non-profit Battell Trust derives rental income from hosting a telecommunications tower on Chipman Hill.

• Unanimously agreed to grant a second-class liquor license to Shafer’s Market & Deli, which will soon replace Sama’s Café at 54 College St., opposite the new municipal park.

Adam Shafer and his family are purchasing the business and hope to close on a deal on June 1.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

Memorial Day is just around the corner, and if you wish to have a float or march in the parade in Middlebury then it’s time to contact the Middlebury American Legion to reserve a spot. The parade will be on May 29 (of course), so contact the American Legion Post 27 at 388-9311 prior to Monday, May 22, for registration and instructions if your organization wants to march.

VUHS freshman Kai Williams earned the third place in the 24th

Annual Mathematics Talent Search sponsored by the Vermont State Mathematics Coalition. Williams was acknowledged in a ceremony on May 4 at a Sheraton Diamond Ballroom dinner. Williams, along with the other top-10 placers, were invited to be a part of the team representing Vermont in the annual American Region Mathematics League competition at Penn State University on June 2-3 and to attend, tuition-free, the 2017 Governor’s Institute in Mathematical Sciences to be held at the University of Vermont June 25-30.

Porter Medical Center was due to hold a special community celebration Thursday morning to formally announce and celebrate the recent affiliation with the University of Vermont Health Network.

Although the affiliation became effective in April, the community launch celebration was planned for 10:30 a.m. on May 11 during National Hospital Week. In addition

to the formal ceremony there was to be a cookout, live music and other festivities occurring on Porter campus off South Street in Middlebury. As Porter joins the UVM Health Network, the UVMHN brand will appear on signs at the hospital beginning May 11, and will be at Porter-affiliated doctors’ offices in June and July. Locals will also see the name change in patient communications, such as bills and after-care instructions; promotional materials; business forms; and on medical center vehicles. Also, look for a new website.

Do you know a Vermont teacher who has inspired you and who deserves statewide recognition (and a $1,000 prize)? The Vermont Humanities Council seeks nominations for its Victor R. Swenson Humanities Educator Award, which recognizes a Vermont educator in grades 6 through 12 who exemplifies excellence in the teaching of the humanities. Nominat-

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The Seth Warner-Rhoda Farrand Chapter of the DAR has purchased a park bench in appreciation of our Vietnam veterans. A dedication ceremony will be held in Macdonough Park on Macdonough Drive in Vergennes on June 14 — Flag Day — at 11 a.m.

All Vietnam era veterans and the general public are invited to attend.

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ment on June 7.

“We did buy the property with the understanding it was zoned industrial-commercial, and we have done everything to appease the state and the town,” said DeVos. Hinsdale said he and the Long Point Homeowners Association are concerned about the northern industrial area, a small zone around the junction of the railroad and Long Point Road that includes ongoing concerns.

Railroads are no longer a rationale for industrial areas, said Hinsdale, who recommended grandfathering the existing firms and changing the zoning to reflect rural surroundings.

“It’s an idea that is about 50 years outdated,” he said.

A 20-acre industrial park in the zone would not be welcome, Hinsdale said.

“I think the outcry would be unbelievable,” Hinsdale said. “The Long Point Road railroad crossing is not an appropriate place.”

Holzapfel said such a development is not what planners envision there, but rather other businesses of the same scale as those already there, such as the Bowles Corp.

“Yeah, it’s zoned industrial. Maybe in Williston or South Burlington that means a 20-acre industrial park, but that’s not what it means in Ferrisburgh,” Holzapfel said.

Lawrence said selectboard members will sit down with planners before the next selectboard hearing.

“We want to meet with the planning commission to make sure we’re all on the same page,” she said.

Once the plan is adopted, something that is overdue, planners can rewrite zoning to reflect the new plan. Selectman Steve Gutowski said residents should come earlier and more often to that next process.

“People should attend those meetings and bring their thoughts,” Gutowski said.

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By the way (Continued from Page 1A) is located on a fenced-in, 1.5-acre parcel beyond the ambulance service building and owned by Middlebury College. Supporters raised funds to pay for the fencing, signs and “poop stations,” set up so dog owners can properly dispose of dog waste. The park will be open seven days a week, from sunrise to sunset. Park rules will be posted at the site.

(Continued from Page 2A) stantial” changes. But those at the meeting agreed a map change would only be minor.

“If it was wrong, just fix it. It’s not that big a deal,” said Kevin Rooney.

INDUSTRIAL ZONES Although that change looks possible, even likely, the fate of Ferrisburgh’s North and South Industrial Planning Areas is less unclear.

Those industrial zones were not popular among those who spoke on Tuesday, but Lawrence said the selectboard has been working hand-inhand with the planning commission during the five-year process of writing the plan.

“At this point we’re very supportive of it,” Lawrence said.

The southerly industrial zone has become a flashpoint because of the proposal by the DeVos family, which owns Kimball Brook Farm and a trucking business, to establish a truck depot on Tuppers Crossing near homes in the area.

Neighborhood resident Aubrey Choquette called the area unsuitable for industrial and commercial uses such as a truck depot, in part because of its surroundings and in part because the zone narrows as it heads north, making softening any development’s impact difficult.

“It is literally one lot wide sandwiched between three residences,” he said.

Choquette said choosing a zone carelessly, as he believes is the case on Tuppers Crossing, is unfortunate for residents and developers alike.

“If zoning districts are not chosen carefully, it can be very disruptive,” Choquette said, noting the proposed truck depot has created “significant and costly issues for all concerned,” including the DeVos family as well as residents.

John DeVos Jr. said he had faith in a project that will go before the Ferrisburgh Zoning Board of Adjust-

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A DDIS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Letters

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Trump’s America — a failing state in the eyes of the world When the president of the United States feels as if he is above the law, and the Republican Congress does nothing to preserve the integrity of those laws, we are a nation in dire trouble.

David Leonhardt, columnist and online opinion editor of the New York Times, wrote Wednesday: “The president of the United States is lying again…

The president is lying about firing a top law enforcement official (FBI Director James Comey), and he is almost certainly lying to protect himself and his aides from a full investigation into their own activities.”

Leonhardt continues: “It’s now clear that Trump’s Justice Department has no independence. Both Sessions, and Sessions’s deputy, Rod Rosenstein, are acting like Trump enforcers. And now the F.B.I. is compromised as well.

The only way to unwind the constitutional crisis is an independent inquiry, completely free of Trump’s oversight. Several Republican members of Congress expressed concern about Comey’s firing, but words aren’t enough.

“Members of Congress need to give Americans reason to believe the Russia investigation isn’t a charade with a predetermined outcome. They need to make clear that while the president may think he is above the truth, he is not above the law.” ********** For a different take on the crisis, David J. Rothkopf, editor of Foreign Policy magazine and President and CEO of an international advisory company specializing in global political risk, energy, resource, technology and emerging markets issues, poses an important question in a column in Foreign Policy titled, “Is America a failing state?” In it, Rothkopf provides Americans with a sobering glimpse of how the rest of the world sees Trump and the America we have become, but first Rothkopf’s take on why America is showing signs of a failing state: “We have the tin-pot leader whose vanity knows no bounds. We have the rapacious family feathering their nests without regard for the law or common decency. We have utter disregard for values at home and abroad, the disdain for democracy, the hunger for constraining a free press, the admiration for thugs and strongmen worldwide.

“We have all the makings of a banana republic. But worse, we are showing the telltale signs of a failing state. Our government has ceased to function.

Party politics and gross self-interest has rendered the majority party oblivious to its responsibilities to its constituents and the Constitution of the United States. On a daily basis, Republicans watch their leader violate not only the traditions and standards of the high office he occupies, but through inaction they enable him to personally profit from the presidency, promote policies that benefit his cronies and his class to the detriment of the majority of the American people, and serially attack the principles on which the country was founded — from freedom of religion to the separation of powers.

“Recent events have taken this grim situation and turned it dire. We now know that Donald Trump chose a man as his top national security advisor whom the prior president had both fired and warned him against hiring.

We know that Trump’s White House failed to vet this man who would be entrusted with some of America’s most sensitive secrets and decisions. We know they did not get him the security clearance his position required, yet allowed him to operate freely in that position. We know that this man, Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn, took significant cash payments from an enemy, Russia, and from a nominal ally with which we have precarious relations, Turkey. We know Flynn failed to disclose those payments in violation of the law…

“Trump has been aware of the controversy surrounding these “It is lie after lie ties (of his campaign to Russian after deception after counterparts) even before the misstatement to protect GOP convention last year. He has obviously been aware of their man. With every the investigations into these ties syllable they utter, they since his victory. Not only has this apparently not colored his make him look more public actions, but, on the contrary, guilty.”

(Trump) has repeatedly expressed admiration for Vladimir Putin, support for Moscow’s attack on U.S. democracy, support for policies that would benefit the Russians, and as recently as the past week has espoused a view that the Russians were not behind these attacks — despite the unanimous view of the entire U.S. intelligence community…

“We don’t know what crimes may or may not have been committed — but we do see several patterns of behavior. All are deeply worrisome. Trump has repeatedly shown a reckless disregard for U.S. national security and national interests. He has shown a contempt for the law and for the American legal system. And when challenges to the legality of the behavior of his associates have arisen, Trump has repeatedly acted in ways that appear intended to prevent or impede the ability of those who would seek the truth…

Trump is acting like a desperate man, not to mention a guilty one. That his team, in particular Kellyanne Conway, has gone on television to argue that somehow the Comey firing was okay because Trump is not personally under investigation is the defense of a narcissist who does not understand the responsibilities he has as president. It is lie after lie after deception after misstatement to protect their man. With every syllable they utter, they make him look more guilty.

“This activity is not lost on the rest of the world. They see an America unlike any they can recall and a leader who is clearly not fit for office.

Said one diplomat from a close ally in this hemisphere, “We often have discussions at home as to whether Trump is crazy. We think he is. We have had experience with leaders like this in South America. But I never expected to see it in Washington.” It is a sentiment I have heard in one form or another often in the past few weeks.

“America looks like a country it has never been. Trump is a laughing-stock in the best of circumstances, a disgrace based on his known behavior to date, and a threat to global order and security with each action he takes. He discredits the office he holds and the government he leads...

“The brazen firing of Comey is an escalation. If Trump is allowed to get away with this and appoint a lackey as chief investigator into his team’s alleged wrongdoing, the world will see the United States as a failing state, one that is turning its back on the core ideas on which it was founded — that no individual is above the law and that those in the government, at every level including the president, work for the people.

“Only if an independent prosecutor is appointed will America be seen as being the nation of laws it has long represented itself to be. Only if a thorough investigation takes place that includes an examination of Trump family ties in Russia (and elsewhere) and how these may have compromised the United States will the message be sent that America is the nation that has for so long been seen as an example to the world.

“It will require a bipartisan commitment to truth and justice. Ultimately, and the sooner the better, it will require our system and people to reject Trump and those surrounding him — who have already done so much to disgrace the offices they hold and undermine America’s standing in the world.”

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Area firefighters thank supporters On behalf of the members of the Middlebury Fire Department, we would like to thank our community for your show of support at the 63rd Annual East Middlebury Ham Supper that was held at the Waybury Inn last week. We truly appreciate your generosity and support.

We would also like to recognize the hard work and dedication of Donna Seibert and the tremendous staff at the Waybury, and the businesses who donated product or services for the event: Black River Produce, Cabot Creamery, Foley Distributing, Middlebury Bagel and Deli, U.S. Foods, the Valley Voice, and the Vermont Coffee Company.

We could not do this without their support.

In continuing the tradition of the ham supper, we look forward to interacting with the community at a time when we are not responding to emergencies, and also to providing community members with the chance to meet up with each other.

Thanks again for your support of the Middlebury Fire Department and for making the supper a success.

Chief David P. Shaw Captain Donald Mason Middlebury Fire Department

Litterbugs can get a clean start Cover up

SCAFFOLDING OBSCURES THE front of a building on the north side of Main Street in downtown Bristol Tuesday while work is done to the facade.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

‘Milk with Dignity’ is a worthy goal A flock of orange and black Monarchs clustered in the Old North End of Burlington on the first day of May. These were large butterflies, made of painted cardboard, and held aloft on wooden poles. Chasing the butterflies was a masked man with a butterfly net, marked with a sign that said “ICE,” (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).

In addition to the butterflies and their humans holding them up, hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds gathered, holding signs that said “Milk with Dignity.”

And “Ben and Jerry’s, Keep your Promises.” Yes, the iconic Vermont ice cream company was the focus of the demonstration, which wound its way through the streets of Burlington, from Migrant Justice headquarters to the flagship scoop shop on Church Street.

The rowdy crowd chanted, “Get Up! Get Down! Milk with Dignity’s

By Joanna coming to town!” And, “One, Two, Colwell Three, Four, Milk with Dignity at your door! Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Two Years Too Late!” But what is Milk with Dignity?

Gentle reader, if you are anything like the dozens of people I’ve come across in my last few weeks of informal polling, you may not be familiar with this phrase. But I hope that one day soon we will all be enjoying this kind of milk and ice cream.

The Milk with Dignity program is a campaign that was launched by Vermont farmworkers in 2014. Milk with Dignity is based on the Immokalee tomato workers worldrenowned Fair Food Program, which has transformed the lives of tens of thousands of Florida farmworkers. We all eat, and unless we grow 100% of our diet ourselves, at

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least some of our food is planted, tended, and harvested by immigrant labor. Tomato workers in Florida were underpaid and exploited in every way imaginable, including being victims of human trafficking — modern day slavery in the Sunshine State.

The Coalition of Immokalee Workers worked hard to teach consumers about the realities of life in the tomato fields. Beginning in the mid 1990s, CIW launched major public protests and urged fast food retailers like Taco Bell to sign onto an agreement to pay more for their tomatoes. After ten years of sustained efforts, Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Whole Foods Market, one by one, bowed to public pressure and agreed to pay more for their produce. This led to life-changing raises in wages for the people whose labor makes salsa, tomato sauce, and ketchup possible.

Now, if you have ever cracked open a delicious pint of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, you may have noticed that they take pride in using Fair Trade Certified ingredients, such as coffee from the Huatusco Coffee Cooperative in Mexico. But what about the Vermont milk and cream that fill those iconic pints? Because Ben and Jerry’s prides itself on being a socially responsible company, and because they purchase 100% of their cream from Vermont farms, they are perfectly positioned to take the lead in the dairy industry and respect the human rights of the 1,200 to 1,500 dairy workers in the state.

These dairy workers, most of them undocumented laborers from Mexico and other Central American (See Ways of Seeing, Page 5A)

It’s very easy to get teed off at golf For years, I’d been looking for a hobby with a steep links wearing a pair of gold-sequined high waters. learning curve that would make me feel like a failure I’m just trying to fit in. over and over again.

There’s no question I’d probably feel more at ease if I Then last year, I discovered golf. were a better golfer. I just don’t get a lot of practice. And Don’t get me wrong: Golf isn’t just a discouraging my clubs are substandard. For instance, my driver hits pastime. It also makes me feel out of place. the ball far and straight on the practice range, but when I I get the sense I’m not sophisticated enough to be al- get out on the course, it malfunctions. lowed on the golf course. I’m unfamiliar with proper golf On the fairway, I top the ball over and over, crissetiquette, and I’m too embarrassed to ask. crossing the course like a drunken squirrel. The only I know a few conventions, such as “Replace your div- long-yardage shots I make are usually when I’m just a ots” and “Don’t fling your club into few feet from the green. Then I send the woods just because you swung and the ball sailing far over the hole and completely missed the ball. Again.” into a bunker on the other side — unBut I always wonder if I’m supless there’s a pond handy. posed to be doing something differI’ve watched golf on TV, and I’m ent, like curtseying before teeing off. I well aware that this is not how the feel like everyone but me knows how pros play. But we do have something to behave. in common: Once in a great while I I also don’t have the right gear. get a bogey, and so do the pros. The I’ve got some cheap clubs and a litBy Jessie Raymond difference is that when I get a bogey, tle wheeled cart. But I don’t have golf I dance around the green and wave shoes yet. And given that they’re genmy putter in the air. When the pros erally ugly and cost twice as much as sneakers, I haven’t get a bogey, they hang their heads and kiss $100,000 of been in a rush to get a pair. their potential prize money goodbye. But it’s a connecI’m told they’ll improve my lateral stability, but to tion. what end? Is that going to keep me from smashing the Still, given how awkward and inept I feel on the course, ground six inches behind my ball and almost throwing I sometimes have to remind myself why I keep golfing. out my back? Right now, the only thing less critical to There are a few reasons. One is that I like long walks, my swing than lateral stability is the color of my golf tees and that’s essentially all golf is. Sure, it’s punctuated by (although I do have good luck with the red ones). recurring stressful moments (technically called “playI don’t have a golf glove yet, either. I can’t imagine ing”) where I swing at the ball like I’m trying to bust a why golfers only wear a single glove, though I assume piñata. But that’s a fair tradeoff for the beautiful views it’s a secret homage to Michael Jackson. So, in my own and fresh air. tribute to the King of Pop, lately I’ve been hitting the (See Raymond, Page 5A)

Around the bend

Having spent hours picking up trash on Green Up Day this past Saturday, I can confidently describe the people who litter our pretty landscape. They eat fast food, drink alcohol and other beverages, and smoke (mostly Marlboros) in their cars and then throw what is left out of their car windows. And for some odd reason, they throw used car tires in the ditches and down the riverbanks.

The litter we picked up was not the kind that accidently gets blown out of an open bed pickup truck. It is done consciously by those who do not care about the consequences of polluting our lands and rivers.

For those of you who do this, I have some general suggestions.

First, put yourself in the shoes of those who experience this litter.

Would you be OK with others throwing their trash and car tires on your front lawn? OK with walking past poopy baby diapers and empty motor oil cans on your way down to your favorite swimming hole (this and other noxious trash was retrieved at the hole on the corner of Munger and Cove roads). Would you mind it if you stepped on broken beer bottle glass in the river where you cool off in the summer?

Would you want to eat a huge cigarette butt (as some birds and wild animals do) that can poison you?

(Note: It takes only a few minutes online to learn about nicotine poisoning and the cancerous chemicals in cigarette butts — and this is no small environmental problem. I picked up 137 cigarette butts in a quarter-mile stretch of River Road.)

Would you like to watch river animals getting entangled and suffocating in the plastic bags that get swept in the rivers?

These and other questions occurred to me as I felt obliged to pick up your trash.

My second general suggestion is to do everything you can to stop this pollution. Put garbage bags in you car, call out others who throw trash from the car, teach your children about the harms of littering and show them by example that littering is unacceptable. Take your used tires to the District Transfer Station, 1223 Route 7 South in Middlebury, for recycling. It takes so very little to stop the destructive and costly practice of littering. Thanks to everyone who tries.

Maggie Eaton New Haven

Teachers ready to negotiate We the teachers of the Addison Northwest School District are ready, willing, and able to negotiate.

Teacher-negotiators were disappointed by an abrupt declaration of impasse given by the ANWSD board representatives at our April 10 negotiations meeting.

In October, the board proposed holding negotiation meetings for 30 hours. We clearly expressed our desire to go the distance and reach a mutual agreement. Unfortunately, (See Letter, Page 5A)

Science makes for good policy Editor’s note: The writer deliv- of uncertainty.

We must be empathetic with disered these remarks at the Burlington sention but firm in our conclusions on March for Science on April 22.

In 1970, we celebrated the first issues: climate change is real, vacciEarth Day. I remember it vividly as nations work, smoking causes cancer a college student at the University and heart disease, addiction is a brain of Michigan. The energy of the first disease and sugar-sweetened beveragEarth Day, focused on the alarming es cause obesity. Denial is based on an rate of deterioration of our environ- individual’s strongly held beliefs and ment, helped lead to landmark chang- values — we must understand this as es in policy such as creation of the we work to make headway on importEPA, and the Clean Air, Clean Water, ant public health priorities.

Finally, do it over and and Endangered Speover again. Repetition is cies Acts. an evidence-based strateEarth Day is now a gy — and we have to do worldwide event comit together, as the whole is memorated in almost undoubtedly greater than 200 countries. This is This week’s the sum of its parts. I saw a clear statement that Community Forum the strength in numbers we are all in it together is by Harry Chen, during the most recent and that a healthy envi- M.D., Vermont immunization debate in ronment is a common Commissioner of 2015. Don’t get discourgood. Today this shared Health (former), aged and lose the battle commitment is at risk; 2011-2017. of wills. And remember we must reaffirm the that passion is important important underpinnings of those vital roles of govern- — but it’s not “personal.”

Science must speak truth to power ment.

As a physician, former Vermont and money in a factual, non-partisan Commissioner of Health, and soon to way. In this era of Citizens United, be Peace Corps volunteer in Sub-Sa- it’s a steep hill to climb and requires haran Africa, I have and will contin- an “all hands on deck” effort on our ue to rely on science as my guide for part. Truthfully there is a lot of power medical and policy decisions. In the in money.

Climate change is a human health age of Google, fake news, and deep distrust of government institutions, priority and one of the key areas now it’s easy to lose track of the truth that under attack. Climate change is a cerscience brings us. This is the case tainty. How do we know this? Science whether the topic be vaccinations, and scientists.

In Vermont, as elsewhere, we have climate change or the newest “Ebola” hotter summers, harsher winters, earlithat comes knocking on our door.

Health and medicine, like the envi- er springs and more precipitation. Just ronment, rely on science to drive good to cite one of many alarming changes: policy. Given this, what is my charge The temperature of Lake Champlain has increased 5 to 7 degrees in the past to those of us who are scientists?

Become an activist — something 50 years.

Extreme weather events occur more we may not be comfortable with or that we’ve been trained to do, but that often. In 2011, I had been health comis vital at this point in our country. missioner only a few months when Spell out in plain language what the heavy spring rains caused rising rivers, science says, even when it may not evacuations, and extensive road dambe popular. Be transparent with any age in Northern and Central Vermont. potential conflicts we may have, and Lake Champlain waters rose, flooding shine a light on potential conflicts playgrounds, homes and Burlington’s and sources of support behind those downtown waterfront for weeks. But on the other side of issues — pharma- this was small potatoes compared to ceutical companies, energy, or tobac- what occurred on August 28.

Tropical Storm Irene flooded a co, for example. Importantly, clearly state but do not overemphasize areas large part of the state — we lost six

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lives, homes were destroyed, drinking water contaminated and at least 500 miles of roads and 200 bridges were damaged and impassable. Access to medications, hospital and health care was limited for a time. We bear the physical and emotional scars of Irene to this day. The March storm and Tropical Storm Irene were only two of the 18 federally-declared disasters in Vermont over the past decade.

Climate change means more illness and more deaths in Vermont. We’ve seen a dramatic rise in blue green algae blooms, drinking water contamination, ticks and Lyme disease, and more asthma. In 1988, when I came to Vermont, virtually all Lyme disease came in a car from Connecticut. Today we have some of the highest case rates of Lyme in our nation.

Climate change does not affect people equally. Everyone is at risk, but people who spend a lot of time outdoors, those with health sensitivities and people with limited financial and social resources are more affected.

Where do the greatest CO2 emissions on earth come from? China and the United States. Where will the greatest impacts on human health occur? Sub-Saharan Africa. There the health effects (famine, disease, drought and extreme heat) literally threaten human existence.

Here in the U.S., how many more Flint, Michigans or North Bennington, Vermonts will we see without a clear commitment to clean water for our citizens? In Flint it took a fearless pediatrician and scientists from Virginia Tech to expose the lead in the water that was endangering Flint’s most vulnerable citizens. I met Dr. Mona Attisha-Hutt and she is a true hero. We all need to be like Dr. Attisha-Hutt, using science and raising our voices to confront power to protect our citizens’ health and well-being.

There is hope — and we all can take actions to reduce the risks. Start by supporting science, listening to science, acting by science. Pay attention to the challenges to science and when you see them, clearly articulate the science as we know it, early and often.

When it seems to fall on deaf ears, do it again, louder. Do it as if your life depends on it — indeed it might.

Letter (Continued from Page 4A) impasse was declared short of the 30 hours. We came to the negotiating table with 16 proposed changes to the Master Agreement — clearly emphasizing what was most important to us, and certain we could reach an agreement. The board, however, came to the table with 137 proposed changes to our Master Agreement (which is only 21 Articles in total length). This exceptionally high number of changes was an immediate indication that it would be nearly impossible to come to an agreement within their stated timeline.

During meetings, the board continually requested that we put what they called their “housekeeping items” on the agenda. We honored their requests, which delayed discussion of key issues such as length of school year and day, professional

development, teacher evaluation, salary and health care benefits. We agreed upon numerous tentative agreements and were feeling positive about the progress. We were optimistic about the scheduled April 20 meeting, which was canceled due to impasse. At our April 10 meeting we offered a counter-proposal that decreased our original salary proposal, continuing to negotiate in good faith. Immediately following our counter proposal, with no discussion, the board declared impasse.

While the board believes mediation may be a tool for coming to agreement, we previously have been able to reach consensus without further cost to our community, with little outside help. During current negotiations, the board has incurred expenses for lawyer fees, consultants, communications director, and

an administrative assistant to take minutes for open meetings. These funds would be better spent on our students’ education.

The mediation process is costly in monetary value to the taxpayers, as well as its impact on employee/ employer relations. Our team, representing the teachers of ANWSD, wants to work with the board at the table to come to a negotiated agreement. We feel strongly that face-toface negotiations can be productive and that their declaration of impasse was premature.

Susan Oliveira & Rose Wenzel, co-chief negotiators for Addison Northwest Teachers Association, and Negotiators Nancy Ambrose, Beth Adreon, Beth Ekroos, Jackie Russett, Sheryl Thurber and Lynda Hutchins Vergennes

Ways of seeing (Continued from Page 4A) countries, are subject to many of the same human rights abuses that were faced by the Florida tomato workers.

While the average farmworker works 60 to 80 hours a week, 40% of these workers receive less than minimum wage, and 40% report that they regularly work seven or more hours without getting a break to eat.

One solution to these problems is for industry leaders like Ben and Jerry’s to commit to paying a premium price for their milk and cream, so that farmers will be able to provide better working and living conditions to the people who milk the cows. In 2015, Ben and Jerry’s agreed to source their milk in compliance with Milk with Dignity, but they have yet to finalize their commitment.

Sadly, until Ben and Jerry’s makes good on its promises to farmworkers, I just don’t feel good about purchasing their products.

But believe me, the moment they sign, I will turn my boycott into a “buycott” and invite all my friends over for a major ice cream festival. I hope you will join me in holding our homegrown Vermont corporation to a high standard. Come on, Ben and Jerry’s, sign onto Milk with Dignity, so I can taste the flavor of Social Justice!

Joanna Colwell is a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher who founded and directs Otter Creek Yoga, in Middlebury’s Marble Works.

Joanna lives with her family in East Middlebury. When not practicing or teaching yoga, Joanna enjoys taking

walks, cooking, serving on the board of WomenSafe, and working with the Middlebury chapter of

Showing Up for Racial Justice.

Feedback welcome at: joanna@ ottercreekyoga.com

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Aristotle: Theory and practice Editor’s note: This is the sixth in therefore however ardently we may a series of essays by Middlebury cling to them, they remain uncertain College Professor Emeritus Victor without conclusive evidence and Nuovo on the origins of western which may never occur. It is essential to distinguish between them correctly. political thought. mong the topics that Aristotle Needless to say, Aristotle would treats in the Ethics are the intellectual look askance at anyone who seemed virtues. They are capacities of mind content to be a person of faith.

Aristotle’s term for art is techne, that individuals must cultivate in order to become good citizens. Aristotle whence our term technology. It lists five of them: knowledge, art, signifies a refined practice whose purpose is to make useful prudence, wisdom and things, things that benefit understanding. It is a us in life and enhance curious combination the art of living. Success of the practical and the in this endeavor requires theoretical, of theory knowing how things and practice. are: the nature of the “Knowledge and materials we employ and art” are more or less the conditions that apply equivalent to “science in joining them together. and technology.”

The motto of the Dupont Knowledge is the corporation, “better things perception of how things for better living through are, of truth or reality. chemistry,” captures this The term Aristotle well enough. uses is episteme. The Aristotle’s idea of art is philosophical discipline Thinking about much broader, however. It “epistemology” is an politics — includes the art of speech, enquiry into the theory the origins poetry, architecture, of knowledge; how we An essay by painting and sculpture, know anything, and but in all these instances the difference between Victor Nuovo knowledge and belief.

Middlebury College the method is generally the same. For him, the What Aristotle meant professor emeritus purpose of any practical by this term is not art is social enhancement. occasional knowledge, of philosophy He did not envision such as how many toes modern technology, there are on my foot, but a well-established kind of knowledge but given his dislike of any excess, that is supported by evidence gathered especially excess wealth, he probably from systematic observation and by would have been troubled by the great precise definition — in short, science. power technology has unleashed, Counting, perhaps, is the most exceeding the limits of prudent use.

Prudence—the Greek term is basic activity of science and provides the greatest certainty. It well phronesis—is good sense or, as the illustrates what Aristotle meant by term is often translated, practical science. If I count the fingers on my wisdom in contrast to the theoretical hands and toes on my feet, I can say sort, which I will get to shortly. It with certainty that I have exactly the is an ability to decide as occasion same number of toes as fingers. And requires what appears to be the best I can generalize, after systematic or most advantageous thing do to; observation, that the same is true of it is good judgment, which depends human animals, which leads into upon experience and a willingness to observations about the regularities learn from it. At its best, it is rational of nature, and more deeply into the and deliberative, a careful weighing causes of them and their statistical pro and con of various strategies and methods to achieve desired ends, and reliability.

Aristotle was not so very well choosing what seems the best way to versed in mathematics and statistics go.

The opposite of prudence is folly. had not yet been invented, but he But prudence is never certain; appreciated the utility of arithmetic as an example of the perfection of it depends more on belief than knowledge; and in his notion of a knowledge. Here is the great divide perfect science he anticipated Euclid, between theory and practice. Good who rose to eminence not long after judgments often fail. So the bedrock principle of practical wisdom is that Aristotle’s death. nowledge involves a certainty things can always go wrong, very of truth, of the way things are. I wrong, as the poet Robert Burns put mentioned the distinction between it when speaking to a mouse: But Mousie, thou art no thy lane knowledge and belief. What one knows is certain and true, whereas [you are not alone], In proving foresight may be vain; anyone’s beliefs may be false and

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The best-laid schemes o’ mice an’ men Gang aft agley [often go awry], An’ lea’e us nought but grief an’ pain, For promis’d joy!

In future ages, philosophers would come to regard prudence as the art of the probable and counsel that probability is the guide of life; but this is an idea that Aristotle lacked. lthough an empiricist, Aristotle preferred the theoretical sciences, and therefore his account of the intellectual virtues culminated in wisdom, which he equates with pure understanding. The Greek term he uses is nous or intellect. We use the term “intellection” to represent an ultimate state of knowledge whereby one understands something perfectly and completely. It is ultimate in the sense that no further enquiry is needed, because there is nothing more to know, all wrinkles have been ironed out, and the object of knowledge is there fully revealed before the gaze of the intellect.

Since it is perfect knowledge, it is not only complete but also enduring and everlasting. What is left to the mind is the pleasure of contemplation.

It was this sort of intelligence that Aristotle supposed was the cause of existence, eternal and uncaused intellection of the whole of reality, whose perfection the physical world imitates, although never with complete success. He called this intellect the “unmoved mover” because it was a state that every being desires. The motivation to achieve it is what makes the world turn and activates everything within it.

In the light of this, Aristotle came to an understanding of what he took to be the whole of reality.

The virtuous life, one of constant and diligent self-discipline and of deliberate action achieves its end in wisdom, understanding and in the contemplation of truth, which is sufficient compensation for all the uncertainties of everyday life.

Centuries later, Spinoza would take all this in and shape it into a philosophical system.

But were they right? I conclude this essay with some questions. How far must we go in our understanding of the nature of things to be secure in our moral and political understanding?

And must we be assured that by living morally and politically just lives, we will receive some transcendent reward? Must practical wisdom be merely preparatory to a supreme wisdom, or should we be satisfied with an ordinary life among mice and men?

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Raymond (Continued from Page 4A) It’s also time that my husband Mark and I get to hang out together, though he spends a good chunk of time just waiting for a turn while I hopscotch around the fairway.

Eventually, we both end up on the green, where he two-putts, and I send the ball back and forth past the hole until I give up. (Mark, eager to play another hole before nightfall, assures me that anything more than six putts is a “gimme,” even if I’m still 20 feet from the hole.)

And last, I feel like someday — years from now — I might actually be a decent golfer. While at the mo-

ment my USGA skill rating is listed as Downright Abysmal, I am seeing signs of improvement. I hit some good drives once in a while. I don’t top the ball every time I play out of the rough. On a few memorable occasions, to my shock and delight, the ball has landed exactly where I hoped it would.

I’ve even been noticing more people looking at me lately. No doubt they’re impressed with some of the better shots I’ve made.

That may be true. But let’s be honest: The gold-sequined high waters probably have something to do with it, too.

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Michael Steier, 75, Atlanta, Ga.

Obituaries Dale Lanphear, 79, Durham, N.C.

DURHAM, N.C. — Dale Ronald Lanphear passed away peacefully at home in his sleep at the age of 79 with family and friends at his side.

He bravely battled the effects of lung and bladder cancer since his diagnosis in June of last year.

Born in Walden, Vt., Dale was a graduate of Peoples Academy High School in Morrisville, Johnson State College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education, and St. Michael’s College with a Master’s Degree in Administration. Dale devoted his life and a nearly 40-year career to the education of the youth of Vermont.

Starting as a high school teacher in 1960 in Vergennes, he went on to become an elementary teacher and school principal in Arlington in 1964.

In 1966, he was an elementary school principal in Essex and then a middle school principal there in 1970. In 1972, he took on the role of Assistant Superintendent of Schools for the Chittenden Central School District in Essex Junction.

In 1977 he became Superintendent of Schools for the Addison Central Supervisory Union in Middlebury.

After 13 years there and 30 years in education, Dale retired in 1990. His passion for education drove him to continue his service as an Interim Superintendent of Schools for the Windsor Southwest Supervisory Union in Chester from 1990-94.

He then held the same position from 1994-1996 with the Addison Northwest Supervisory Union in Vergennes before coming out of retirement and having the interim tag

removed, serving as Superintendent of Schools from 1996-1999.

Dale also served as President of the Vermont Superintendents Association and of the Vermont Elementary Principal’s Association.

He was a member of the American Association of School Administrators and the Northeast Coalition of Educational Leaders.

He served on the Board of Directors of the New England Association of School Superintendents and of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

After serving nearly 40 years in education in Vermont, Dale finally retired and moved south to Raleigh/ Durham, N.C., in 2000 with his loving wife Sally Mudgett Lanphear, whom he attended Peoples Academy with and married in 1959. Unfortunately Sally, his love of some 50 years, passed in 2006 after a courageous 16 month battle with brain cancer.

Dale will be greatly missed by his children, son Bradley and wife Diedra of Durham N.C., daughter Holly Graham and husband Jason, their children and Dale’s grandchildren, Elijah, Kaleb, and Brogan, of Elkridge Md., sisters Ruth Lamell, Gloria Godfrey, Dorothy Spaulding, and Marion Houghton of Morrisville, Sybil Ainsworth of Hardwick and Jeanette Neis of Feeding Hills Mass., many nieces, nephews, friends, and his fur-baby Lizzy and grand-dog Daisy in N.C. He is predeceased by his wife Sally, parents Albert Lanphear and Elsie Sheltra; his brothers Richard (Bud), Alfred, and Wayne; sisters Francese

Jonathan Brown.

Great-Grandchildren: Kaley Hoppenworth, Jordan and Haley Bivens and Aurora Mylott.

Osborne loved his family, construction projects and his many years as a crane operator for Beck and Belluccui, building bridges and maintaining roads throughout Vermont. He served in World War II. He was a Vermonter through and through. Florida was just a stop on his journey. His heart was always in Vermont with his favorite memories and great friendships with other fellow Vermonters.

A graveside service will be held at Bristol’s Mount St. Joseph’s Cemetery June 3, at 11 a.m. Deacon Tom Cass, St. Ambrose Catholic Church, officiating. Brown-McClay Funeral Homes providing burial services.◊

Cochran and Verlie Tillotson.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his name to Lamoille Home Health & Hospice, 54 Farr Avenue, Morrisville, VT 05661. For anyone that wishes to attend, Dale will be laid to rest at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Morrisville at 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 19. A celebration of his life will follow directly thereafter at the American Legion Post 33, at 26 Upper Main St. in Morrisville.

Faith Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made by visiting faithfh.net. Cards or letters c/o Bradley Lanphear, 216 Glaive Drive, Durham, NC 27703.

OSBORNE OSCAR LAFRANCE

Ronald Papineau, 55, Colchester COLCHESTER - Ronald Arthur Papineau, 55, died May 1, 2017 after the bravest of fights against cancer, surrounded in love.

Ron, who was born in Rutland, graduated from Mt. Mansfield High School, owned Fiberglass Plus in Colchester and spent well over 30 years providing quality craftsmanship in everything he did.

Survivors include his daughter, Tonya L. Poutry of North Hero, mother Patricia Vaillancourt of Lincoln, sister Katherine Mierop

and husband John of Lincoln, brother Mark Papineau and Jesse of Georgia, sister MariAn Papineau and husband Jeff Swart of Richmond.

Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, at Minor Funeral Home in Milton. A celebration of Ron’s life will be in early June.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society.

Surgical Associates of Southwest Florida until his retirement as a surgeon in 1998. After his retirement, he volunteered with various medical relief groups as a family physician providing care to those in need.

Survivors include his wife, Christie Steier, and loving children.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to ASPCA (aspca. org). Interment will be at Craig Memorial Gardens in St. Augustine, Fla. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999. Sign online guest book at www.jewishfuneralcare.com.◊

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Osborne Lafrance, 90, native of Bristol LAKELAND, Fla. — Bristol native Osborne Oscar Lafrance, “Oz,” passed away peacefully at Lakeland Regional Medical Center on Feb. 1, 2017.

Oz, the son of Oscar and Daisy (Booska) LaFrance was born Oct. 30, 1926 in Bristol. He is survived by his devoted wife of 69 years, Alfreda (Hagan) LaFrance of Lakeland, Fla. Ozzie and Freda called Lakeland their retired home place.

He leaves his children: Virginia Moulton, of Lakeland; Sandra (Paul) Krueger, of Lakeland and Michael of Brandon, Vt. His son, Osborne Joseph, predeceased Oz in March 2007.

Grandchildren: Julie (Raymond) Hoppenworth; Jerry Moulton; Jennifer (Willie) Bivens, Star LaFrance (Braeden Mylott), Brittany and Zachary Trudeau. Predeceased by

ATLANTA, Ga. — Dr. Michael Edward Steier, age 75, of Atlanta, Ga., and formerly Brooklyn, N.Y. and Fort Myers, Fla, died May 7, 2017.

Dr. Steier, who practiced at one time in Middlebury, Vt., was a cardiac surgeon with Cardiac

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TOM DENECKER, CO-OWNER of Denecker Chevrolet, cuts the ribbon for the official grand opening of the dealership’s new, energy-efficient, 23,000-square-foot building on Route 7 South in Middlebury on April 21. With Denecker are, from left, Kirk Jones, Liana Capra, co-owner Mike Capra, Tom’s wife Susan Denecker, Ella Mae Pereau, Lowell Pereau, John Thompson and Mark Viola.

As part of the grand opening and to mark the dealership’s 26th anniversary, the Rotary Club of Vergennes gave test drives on that Saturday at both Middlebury and Vergennes locations. For each test drive, Denecker Chevrolet donated $20 to the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Vergennes and to “Books for Bikes.”

Vt. warns of spring hiking conditions VERMONT — As the weather improves this spring, Vermont State Police and Department of Public Safety are reminding those heading onto Vermont’s hiking trails of the ever changing weather conditions a hiker may encounter this time of year, especially at higher elevations.

As hikers follow trails into the mountains they can find snow and ice despite warm weather and green grass at the trailhead. Spring showers at lower elevations can turn into an all-too-familiar wintry mix of snow, sleet and rain in the hills. The long-lasting snowpack at higher elevation keeps the air temperatures cool, soaks hikers’ boots, and can make the trails difficult to follow.

If hiking at higher elevations, it’s important that spring hikers continue to be prepared for winter

conditions. Waterproof boots (not sneakers) with traction devices, extra layers of warm clothes, a headlamp, map and compass may become necessary for a safe and successful hike. Consider turning around when you hit icy or snowcovered trails if you are not properly equipped or if travel and route finding becomes more difficult.

Neil Van Dyke, search and rescue coordinator for the Department of Public Safety, reports that there were several search and rescue incidents last spring involving hikers who were not properly prepared for the conditions they found at higher elevations.

An April 26 rescue on Mt. Mansfield highlighted these concerns when two hikers called 911 when they were unable to follow the Long Trail due to deep snow and found themselves

in unfamiliar terrain. They were also ill-equipped for the conditions wearing only summer hiking attire, becoming very cold and wet as darkness approached.

Fortunately rescuers from Stowe Mountain Rescue and the Public Safety were able to determine their location and guide them to the top of the ski area at Stowe Mountain Resort, where they were picked up at about 9 p.m., transported down the mountain and taken back to their car in Underhill.

These situations can be avoided by having appropriate winter hiking gear, or simply turning around when snowy, icy conditions are encountered.

Hikers are also reminded that trails on state land above 2,500 feet in elevation remain closed until Memorial Day.

BRISTOL — Teams of students from three Addison County high schools have spent the past two months learning about the dangers of addiction to opiates and heroin.

Using that knowledge, each of those teams has crafted a proposed public service announcement to spread the word about the opiate epidemic.

On Monday, May 22, the teams will learn which among them produced the winning Public Service Announcement (PSA) that will be aired on local TV. As previously reported in the Addison Independent, the PSAs

are the culmination of an eightweek optional course spearheaded by the United Way of Addison County and nationally renowned actor Jeremy Holm of Vergennes.

Their collaboration produced the “Heroin Epidemic Learning Program (HELP)” program offered to students at Mount Abraham Middlebury and Vergennes union high schools.

Forty students signed up for the eight-week program. The first four weeks of the program were educational in nature, led by local representatives of law enforcement,

medicine, family and addiction/ recovery services. The second half of the program saw students break into groups and apply what they had learned to create their own PSAs that they have submitted for review and final edit. The HELP committee has selected a winning PSA and two runners-up. The winning PSA will be aired on local TV; the top three groups will win cash prizes.

Mount Abraham Union High School will host the HELP awards ceremony on May 22, from 6-7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

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THE MAIN ENTRANCE/lobby in the Congregational Church of Middlebury’s new addition provides access to the church’s main sanctuary and to new classrooms, offices and meeting rooms.

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won favor with town officials and the church congregation. “(The project) was designed to be deferential and complementary to the church, but it has its own character,” Smith said. “It adds its own kind of public role on the street.

It is distinctly set apart from the iconic church by the courtyard and change of material in the connector piece. That was all intentional. It is part of the church, but separate — somewhat.”

The connector façade features a darker exterior surface made of “Oko Skin” — glass-fiber concrete panels that denote where the church’s first 210 years of history trail off and where a new chapter begins.

“It lets you know you’re going from an historic structure to a separate building,” Hallam said.

Parishioners raised a whopping $3.2 million to finance the addition, as well as a new church kitchen and new front steps to the main church building.

Workers, under the direction of Mill Bridge Construction, broke ground on the addition last June and have been working steadily ever since.

Tenny said work has gone smoothly since overcoming two initial obstacles: The discovery of a phantom sewer line, and a slight delay in relocating a few of the

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tenants from the former Cobble House.

“Once the Cobble House was cleared in July, we were able to get that out of the way and went pretty much into full gear,” Tenny said.

“The process forward has been fairly smooth since that time.”

Tenny believes the new church addition is in keeping with the scale and style of existing structures along Seymour and North Pleasant streets.

He contends the new structure provides a visual upgrade from the former Cobble House.

“It is part of the urban environment, which works well,” Tenny said. “I think people are reacting quite well to it.”

Hallam said the project is on course to conclude within budget and in time for the Sept. 9 public unveiling. This timetable will allow officials to gradually move in furniture, supplies and other items during July and August.

He echoed the Rev. Nagy-Benson’s recent comments about the addition finally coming to fruition after several previous failed attempts.

“The right people with the right skills and the right mindset have come to this church at the right time to make this happen,” Hallam said.

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THE DRAMATIC UNITY Hall is a large part of the new addition to the Congregational Church of Middlebury.

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Pleasant St. to host the church’s administrative offices, pastor’s office and some other programming.

Ensuing years saw church leaders map out some expansion plans showing what Carpenter described as “an addition shoehorned into the parking lot.” Those plans never left the drawing board.

Meanwhile, it was becoming clearer that the Charter House would not fit into the church’s long-term plans. The church was outgrowing that facility and congregants increasingly wanted to consolidate operations in a single location, on one side of the road. So leaders around 10 years ago made an effort to sell the Charter House to the former Gailer School. That sale never happened, and the Gailer School no longer exists.

Ultimately, church members decided to keep the Charter House, which will soon be fully occupied by the Charter House Coalition’s programs that serves thousands of free community meals each year and provides shelter for homeless individuals and families.

The big breakthrough in the congregation’s planning for an addition came through in 2008.

That’s when the adjacent “Cobble House” — containing six rental apartments — came up for sale.

Parishioners voted to purchase that building with the intent of razing it to provide enough space for a twostory addition onto the north side of the church building.

ADDING TO AN ICON Project organizers knew that an addition would have to be respectful of the main church building, completed back in 1809. It once hosted the Vermont Legislature and is part of the town of Middlebury’s official logo.

“It’s actually a daunting task to add on to such an icon,” project architect Steve Smith said. “I was well aware of the historic significance of it. I think the process was a good one. We worked with the church to establish a program — the goals of the project, functions and needs — and then we did a series of concepts to find the right approach.”

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grown at least 25 percent to 30 percent, and the church school had grown 400 percent … There was a real driving need (for an addition).”

Not that the issue of extra room hasn’t been raised before.

“Since 1957, there have been multiple discussions and votes on what to do with the church facility,” Carpenter, the church’s moderator, said.

It was in 1970 that the congregation agreed to purchase the nearby Charter House at 27 North

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extraordinary community service program, church membership has increased to almost 400 members, according to Carpenter. A new generation is joining the flock, as evidenced by its thriving religious education programs.

Hallam, the local project manager, provided some statistical context.

“One of the things that drove the program was the church was growing,” Hallam said. “I looked at a four-year period (2010-2014) where the church membership had

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“I have not been involved in anything like this before, so I’ve watched the progress with the excitement of a five-year-old,” Nagy-Benson said.

“As I make my way around the community, I feel the enthusiasm from the community at large,” said John Tenny of Mill Bridge Construction, general contractor for the project. “We know the congregation is very excited and their confidence and enthusiasm is buoyed by this project. The community, too, is very pleased to see a bulwark of the town fortified.”

Though it won’t be open for church business for another four months, the addition was a beehive of construction activity this week amid the cacophony of skill saws and power tools. It was music to the ears of parishioners Russ Carpenter, Dave Hallam and Phil Heitkamp, who have taken lead roles in making sure the project is built to the church’s specifications.

A brief tour of the addition reveals a wealth of new space served by modern amenities.

The first floor is educationcentered. It features two classrooms for children’s religious classes and another room for youth-led discussion groups. Two restrooms, showers and kitchen facilities will ensure visiting mission groups will have basic conveniences while they give service to others.

Elevator and stairway options lead to the second floor, which includes offices, storage, restrooms, an entrance to the church sanctuary, another two classrooms and a spacious “Unity Hall.” The unity hall will host religious services on late Sunday afternoons, along with larger church meetings, musical performances and even small weddings. The church will also occasionally rent out the space for daylong conferences, as it will be equipped with audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi and acoustic panels.

Some organizations build facilities hoping people will use them.

Congregational church members know their new addition will be actively used, right off the bat.

Carpenter said the Congregational Church of Middlebury has been bucking the statewide and national trend of declining parishioners.

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Girls Club of Greater Vergennes. For more info contact Fritz Langrock at 388-6356 or flangrock@ langrock.com or Jill Strube at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Vergennes 877-6344 or jill@ bgcvergennes.org.

Vermont PBS story winners reading in Middlebury.

Saturday, May 13, at 10:30 a.m., Ilsley Public Library. Reed Allen, Campbell Gong, and the other Addison County students who entered stories in the Vermont PBS Kids’ Writers Contest will read their award-winning stories during a celebration at

Sarah Cullins. Tickets, adults $15, children under 12, free. Available at the door or at www.vso. org/event/across-vast-eternal-skyan-afternoonpeace-love-growth-renewal.

Adult ADHD support group meeting in New Haven. Thursday, May 11, 6-30-8:30 p.m., 87 Rivers Bend Road. A Centering Prayer in Lincoln. Sunday, May 14, 7-8 new support group for adults with attention-deficit/ p.m. Lincoln Library. A group for anyone who wants hyperactivity disorder and those close to someone to deepen their spiritual connections through quiet with ADHD holds its first meeting. For more inforreflection and meditation. Group gather in the mation, visit www.middleburycenter.com, contact adult reading area.

Debbie Tracht at 349-7222 or dstracht@gmail. com. Space is limited, so please RSVP. Gifted Connections meeting in Free Computer Class in Middlebury.

Middlebury. Thursday, May 11, Monday, May 15, 3:30-5 p.m., 6:30-8 p.m. American Flatbread, BEGINNING SWING DANCE AT THE VERGENNES OPERA Community Room, East View.

Marbleworks. A casual social gathering of parents and professionals HOUSE — Partner dancing keeps both brain & body fit while having Join nonprofit Technology for for free computer who serve gifted children. Outside a great time! Presenting East Coast Swing in a friendly, easy format. Tomorrow class on Internet Safety & at Flatbread if the weather is good, Classes held at the Vergennes Opera House Thursdays, May 11 – Google Search. These classes inside on the left if the weather is poor.

All interested adults welcome. RSVP June 8, 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Partners not necessary. $10 per class or save are intended for computer newbies to advanced to Rachel rachel_alicia@yahoo.com. $10 by paying for all 5 classes up front for only $40. computer users and are Co-sponsored by the Vermont Council for Gifted Education and the Green PRACTICE SESSIONS — After all classes from 7:30 – 8:30 PM. relaxed, hands-on learning.

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Open to the public! $2 donation requested (included if taking the Classes will continue on through June 5.

Transportation Summit in Vergennes. class). Proceeds go to hiring the LC Jazz band for a live dance! Mondays Open to the public. If you are Thursday, May 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Please bring clean, dry, soft-soled shoes. Call Jim Condon for more interested in attending any of Bixby Library. Meet key transportathese free workshops, please tion planners from Addison County information at 475-2349 or email jscondon@mac.com call 802-448-0595 or email and discuss bike-pedestrian mobility, info@tech4tomorrow.org to ridesharing, electric vehicles, public sign up. transportation, infrastructure and more. More info the library or to RSVP, Fran Putnam, fcsputnam@sover.net Paddle Little Otter Creek in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, or 802-388-1644.

May 13. Canoe and/or kayak on Little Otter Creek.

Green burial film and talk in Middlebury. Thursday, Moderate paddling on flat water. Bring your own May 11, 7 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian canoe or kayak, paddles, and required PFD. Technology and longevity talk in Universalist Society, 2 Duane Court. After viewing Contact Ivor Hughes at brhughes@gmvat.net or Middlebury. Tuesday, May 16, 6:30-8 the film “Dying Green,” Michelle Acciavatti will lead at 802-453-4412. For other events and activities p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 a discussion on “Green Burial: Updating your End visit www.gmcbreadloaf.org.

Lodge Road. A community conversation on the of Life Options.” Learn about green burial as an Farnsworth Museum visit in New Haven. May 13, role of technology and longevity. Presented in environmentally sound practice and a rewarding 2-4 p.m., Farnsworth Museum, North St. Join the collaboration with the Rotary Club of Middlebury ritual. It is a return to the way we have cared for Ferrisburgh Historical Society as they visit the and Technology 4 Tomorrow. Free and open to our dead for thousands of years with simple biodemuseum of local resident Ralph Farnsworth. See a the public. Handicap accessible. RSVP to Connie gradable material. vast collection of, as Farnsworth says, “everything Leach at cleach@residenceottercreek.com or Supporting Vermont’s migrant workers talk in — or, to be more specific, anything old.” A carpool 802-388-1220.

Bristol. Thursday, May 11, 7 p.m., Lawrence will meet at the Ferrisburgh Historical Society on “Cuba Today” talk and slideshow in Middlebury.

Memorial Library, 40 North St. Join Julia Doucet Route 7 at 1:30. More info, call Gail at 425-4505.

Tuesday, May 16, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library and Naomi Wolcott-MacCausland when they pres- Library Open House in Lincoln. Saturday, May Community Meeting Room. Middlebury educator ent Supporting Vermont’s Migrant Farmworkers: 13, 3-5:30 p.m., Lincoln Library. Help celebrate and author Tami Munford will share photos and Huertas Project and El Viaje Mas Caro. Both Debi Gray’s 19 years of service as director of the experiences from her multiple trips to Cuba. Free programs are designed to address the unique Lincoln Library and her move to New Hampshire in and open to the public. needs of Vermont’s migrant worker population.

June. Refreshments will be served.

Hosted by the One World Library Project. For Roast pork supper in Vergennes. Saturday, May Odyssey of the Mind Silent Auction Fundraiser in Middlebury. Tuesday, May 16, 8-10 p.m., 51 more info contact Sue Hawkins at 802-989-3678.

13, 5-6:30 p.m., Vergennes United Methodist Main. Support the six MUMS students heading to Mad Matt the Democrat in Lincoln. Thursday, May Church, Main St., across from the Vergennes Michigan to compete in the Odyssey of the Mind 11, 7 p.m., Lincoln Library. Vince Feeney recounts Opera House. The buffet-style menu includes World Finals. There will be a silent auction and live the life and times of early Vermonter Matthew roast pork, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetable, music from David and Mimi Bain: American Roots Lyon, an indentured servant, Green Mountain Boy, applesauce, roll, dessert and beverage. Adults $9/ and Blues. son-in-law to Thomas Chittenden, land speculaChildren:$5. Take out is available. For information tor, Congressman, entrepreneur, and one of the call 877-3150. most colorful characters in Vermont’s early years. Free Community Potluck and Poem Sharing in Refreshments served. A Vermont Humanities Bristol. Saturday, May 13, 5:30-7 p.m., Howden Council event.

Hall, 19 West St. Come share food and poetry with Wellness Recover Action Plan (WRAP) community. Bring extra food to share with others Workshop in Middlebury. Wednesday, and your own utensils and plates. (There will be May 17, 4-7 p.m., Turning Point Center. extras if you forget.) This is a family friendly event.

Free, evidence-based workshops, designed to Choose a poem you and your family want to “slam” Rummage sale in Middlebury. Friday, help you develop the tools to navigate any of life’s or simply read.

May 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Middlebury United “King Pede” card party in Ferrisburgh. Saturdays challenges, whether caring for an aging parent or a Methodist Church, 43 North Pleasant St. sick loved one, raising small children while growing of May 13, 6:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Hall and New large size women’s clothes, dishes, purses your career, a diagnosis of depression or anxiety, Community The socializing begins with a sandand collectibles. Lots of jewelry, antique furniture or a recent recovery. Runs for 8 weeks. Sponsored wich supper and then on to an evening of fun and andbooks. Something

by Porter Medical Center. for everyone. Bake sale Contact Christine Serfozo from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 388-8860 or cserfozo@ Sister-to-Sister s’mores portermedical.org or go to party in Middlebury. www.myhealthyaddisonFriday, May 12, 7-9 p.m., county.org.

Middlebury College “Most Likely To Organic Garden.

Succeed” on screen in Middlebury College’s Middlebury. Wednesday, Sister-to-Sister club May 17, 5:30 p.m., Marquis invites all middle school Theater, 64 Main St. A girls to a s’mores party screening and discussion at the organic garden. of the Sundance-selected We’ll make a fire and education documentary play games. Meet at Sponsored by the Bridge Middlebury College’s School and Middlebury Chellis House (56 Underground, this awardHillcrest Road) and winning film profiles the walk over to the organic origins of our current educagarden. In case of rain, tional system. A dialogue we will stay at Chellis about what matters most LAWYERS FROM THE Vermont Association for Justice will be giving kids free bicycle headHouse. For more inforfor education today will lights and tail lights similar to these on Saturday, May 13, at Vergennes Union Elementary School. mation contact Karin follow the film. Doors open Hanta: khanta@middleat 5:30 p.m.; screening at bury.edu, or at 802-443-5937.

6:30 p.m. More information: Lisa Mitchell, 802-388card games. This is a great way to keep in touch 6124 or lisa@middleburyunderground.org. with your neighbors and support our Grange – so Charlie Nardozzi in Vergennes. Wednesday, May all are welcome.

An evening of poetry, lyrics and stories in Bristol.

17, 7 p.m., Bixby Library. Vermont’s garden guru Saturday, May 13, 7 p.m., Holley Hall. A casual, will give tips on how to improve and beautify your Young Adventurers Club hike in non-competitive evening for local “closet” poets home and landscape by integrating vegetables into Monkton. Saturday, May 13, Willowell and storytellers. The mic, stage and audience it. Free and open to the public. supplied. Ages 12 and up. Please keep material Foundation. The hike’s theme will be PG-13. More info contact Bristol Rec. Dept. at “Finding Fairies.” While the pace is geared 802-453-5885 or bristolrec@gmavt.net. towards younger adventurers (ages 4-8), everyone is welcome. Each outing is tailored to indi- Bat monitoring training and count in Ferrisburgh.

Infinitus trail race in Goshen.

Saturday, May 13, 7:30 p.m., Kingsland Bay State vidual participants, and will be fun for the whole Thursday, May 18, 8:08 a.m., Blueberry Park. Volunteers will be trained to monitor the family! Call or email YAC Leader Lauren Bierman Hill Inn. The Endurance Society sponsors endangered little brown bat, followed by a count for meeting location and details at 802-349-7498 a series of wicked footraces that kick off with the at dusk. Please arrive promptly with warm layers or laurenbiermanrn@gmail.com. For other events 888 km (551.8 mile) race on May 18, followed by and appropriate bug protection. Sponsored by and activities visit www.gmcbreadloaf.org. shorter races from 250 miles to 8 km on the same Vermont Fish and Wildlife. For more info contact Monthly Wildlife Walk in Middlebury. Saturday, course. The races end on Memorial Day weekend.

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May 13, 7-9 a.m., Otter View Park and the Hurd More info at www.endurancesociety.org. bennett@vermont.gov.

Grassland, corner of Weybridge St. and Pulp A Walk in their Shoes: Dementia Simulation in Mill Bridge Rd. Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury. Thursday, May 18, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Middlebury Area Land Trust invite community Join us for an experience that will help you undermembers to help us survey birds and other wildstand how it feels to manage the many challenges life. Meet at the parking area of Otter View Park.

Mother’s Day Breakfast in Vergennes. dementia presents. Certified Dementia Practitioners Birders of all ages and abilities welcome. For more Sunday, May 14, 8-10 a.m., St. Peter’s will guide you through the challenges of comproinformation, call 802-388-1007 or 802-388-6019.

Church Parish Hall, 85 South Maple St. mised vision, hearing and dexterity, which all affect Rummage and food sale in Shoreham. Saturday, Eggs, omelets (to order), hot cakes, French toast, cognition. In collaboration with Harvard Medical May 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Shoreham Congregational sausage, bacon and more. Bring your family and School and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. Free and Church, 28 School Rd. Get bargains in clothes, friends. Adults - $8.50; Seniors over 60 - $7.50 open to the public. Handicap accessible. RSVP to household items, and good food. Starting at noon, and kids 6-12yrs. $6.00, children under six years Connie Leach at cleach@residenceottercreek.com attendees can fill a bag with anything except old are free and immediate families of five or or 802-388-1220. food for only $4. For more information call Jeri at more $28.00. For more information, please call Spring peepers pig roast and silent auction in 897-8591. the rectory at 877-2367. Hosted by the Knights of Cornwall. Thursday, May 18, 5:30-9 p.m., Jackson Rummage sale in Middlebury. Satuday, May 13, 9 Columbus. residence, 1301 Cider Mill Rd. Held to benefit a.m.-5 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church, The Parent Child Center. Come enjoy great food 43 North Pleasant St. New large size women’s Mother’s Day performance in Middlebury. Sunday, May 14, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 and drink at a family feast. Modern Times Theater clothes, dishes, purses and collectibles. Lots of Lodge Road. David Young, author, artist, Grammy Comedy will entertain. Excellent silent auction jewelry, antique furniture and books. Something nominated musician and master storyteller will items also on offer. For info and tickets, call for everyone. Saturday is bag day — fill a bag for perform his signature music, chosen by 20,000 802-388-3171. $2.50.

Wellness Centers for its healing qualities. Young “Daisy Turner’s Kin, An African American Family Chronic disease management workshop in plays two flutes at one time creating, a harmonic Saga” in Bristol. Thursday, May 18, 7 p.m., Middlebury. Saturday, May 13, 9:30 a.m.resonance and frequency that millions of people Howden Hall, 19 West St. The Bristol Historical noon, The Residence at Otter Creek. Free all over the world call “the most heavenly music Society will host Jane Beck, founder of the Vermont healthier living workshop for people living with on earth.” Free and open to the public. Handicap Folklife Center, to discuss the child of slaves and a chronic disease such as arthritis, diabetes, accessible. RSVP to Connie Leach at cleach@ her family. Open to the public. Call Steve Ayotte at cancer, obesity or heart disease. Registration is residenceottercreek.com or 802-388-1220.

453-7709 for details. required. Contact Connie Leach at 388-1220 or VSO Chorus Presents “Across the Vast Eternal cleach@residenceottercreek.com.

Sky” in Middlebury. May 14, 3 p.m. Mahaney Free bicycle light giveaway in Vergennes. May Center at Middlebury College. A program about 13, 10 a.m.-noon, Vergennes Unoion Elementary love and renewal on Mother’s Day. Pianist Noah School. At “Bike Smart: Be Seen!” lawyers from Storytelling workshop in Middlebury.

Palmer and a VSO string quartet accompany. the Vermont Association for Justice will be giving Friday, May 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Vermont Music by Arvo Pärt, Morten Lauridsen, Gabriel away bicycle headlights and tail lights to Vermont Folklife Center. “Storytelling for Social Fauré and Jospeh Haydn. Featuring soprano kids. The event is a team effort with the Boys and

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Change,” a day-long workshop on collaborative documentary and storytelling skills, interviewing skills, and the design and planning of project ideas.

Tuition $95. Attendance limited to 14. Registration deadline May 18. Register at 802-388-4964 or www.vermontfolklifecenter.org/education.

Spaghetti Dinner in Shoreham. Friday, May 19, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham Congregational Church, 28 School Rd. Tired after doing all that yard and garden work outside this spring? Treat yourself and your family to a Spaghetti Dinner. Both meat and vegetarian options will be available, along with tossed salad, garlic bread, beverages, and wonderful desserts!

The cost is $10 for adults, $7 for youth ages seven to 17, and children under seven eat free. As always, donations of non-perishable items for the food shelf are greatly appreciated.

Artist’s Opening reception in Middlebury. Friday, May 19, 5-7 p.m., Jackson Gallery, Town Hall Theater. Elaine Ittleman, Paintings. Ittleman paints large and colorful abstract landscapes. Fourteen will be on view at the gallery. More info at 802-3829222 or www.townhalltheater.org.

Table of Grace free meal in Vergennes. Friday, May 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church. The menu will include meatloaf, potatoes, gravy, vegetable and dessert. Come and bring your friends. Free.

Fly fishing for women in New Haven. Friday, May 19, 6:30-8p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard. The New Haven River Anglers Association (NHRAA) invites women interested in learning how to fly fish to sign up for the “Women in Waders” fly fishing program sponsored by the New Haven River Anglers Association. On Saturday morning, May 20, anglers will meet at Sycamore Park on the New Haven River at 8 a.m., where participants will be guided on fishing and reading the river by NHRAA members. Lunch at the park provided by the NHRAA. All equipment will be provided as necessary. Participants are responsible for obtaining a 2017 State of Vermont Fishing license. Register by calling Craig Zondag at 453-7237. Space is limited to 12.

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Saturday, May 20. This is a moderate 6.5 mile round trip with an elevation gain of approximately 1,500 feet. Hike upstream on an old wood road along the New Haven River that gradually climbs away from the river and ascends steeply on a trail to junction with the Long Trail. This is a dog friendly hike. Contact Mike Greenwood at mike802vt@comcast.net, or at 802-349-5653 or Anne Christie at achristie1026@gmail.com or 802-388-4347. For other events and activities visit www.gmcbreadloaf.org.

Early Bird Nature Walk in Orwell. Saturday, May 20, 8-10 a.m., Mount Independence State Historic Site, 497 Mt. Independence Rd. Sue Wetmore, our bird expert, introduces you to the birds of spring and spring migration. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. No pets please. Meet in front of the Museum. Co-sponsored by Mount Independence Coalition.

Annual plant and bake Sale in Monkton. Saturday, May 20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monkton Friends Methodist Church. Donations welcome. Wide selection of local perennials. Pastries, desserts, baked beans, and rhubarb. For more info contact Marilyn Cargill

at 802-453-5192.

Middlebury Garden Club annual plant sale in Middlebury. Saturday, May 20, 9 a.m.-noon, on the town green. Reasonably priced flowers, herbs, vegetables and other plants from members’ gardens — ready for planting. Rain or shine.

Proceeds benefit the club’s activities, community service programs and maintenance of the Sheldon Museum gardens. Unsold plants are donated to area nonprofits.

Chronic disease management workshop in Middlebury. Saturday, May 20, 9:30 a.m.- noon, The Residence at Otter Creek. Free healthier living workshop for people living with a chronic disease such as arthritis, diabetes, cancer, obesity or heart disease. Registration is required. Contact Christine Serfozo at 388-8860 or cleach@residenceottercreek.com.

Champlain Bridge Run in Crown Point, N.Y. Saturday May 20, 10 a.m., Crown Point State Historic Site. Packet pick-up and registration on race day, 8:30-9:45 a.m. or register in advance by mailing registration forms to: Nancy Ockrin, P. O. Box 33, Crown Point, NY 12928 Online registration and registration forms available online at www. lachute.us. Registration $20 until May 1 and $25 thereafter, $10 for children 17 and under.

First Annual Human Powered Parade in Bristol.

Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. kickoff, Bristol Skate Park. Celebrate National Bike Month and all things human-powered. For more info contact Melanie Kessler at 802 385-1039 or bikingmelanie@gmail. com. Sponsored by the Living Tree Alliance.

“Fred Bacon & the Forest Dale Banjo Factory” talk in Brandon. Saturday, May 20, 7 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. Historian Bill Powers presents a pictorial and narrative presentation. The detailed account of Fred J. Bacon, a world renowned banjoist who lived in Forest Dale from 1906-1915. Connections to Lake Dunmore, Brandon, Rutland, Middlebury and environs will be explored. More than 50 photographs and illustrations will be displayed. Free will donation event.

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Sunday, May 21, 3 p.m., Rokeby Museum, Route 7. Rokeby Museum will open for its 2017 season with a special program. Come and meet our neighbors and learn about the newest stop on Vermont’s African American Heritage Trail.

Open daily, 10-5, through October 29, 2017.

“Death In The Wilderness – A Love Story” on screen in Brandon. Sunday, May 21, at 7 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. Written, produced and directed by Brandon resident Kevin Thornton with the cooperation of half the town, this edition is the updated and final edit of Thornton’s film — the story of Brandonite Frankie Davenport, and her long search for the body of her husband George, who was fatally wounded in the Battle of The Wilderness on May 5, 1864. Q & A with Kevin to follow. Free will donation event.

“The Long Ride” on screen in Middlebury. Sunday, May 21, 7 p.m., Marquis Theater. The story of the historic 2003 Immigrant Workers Freedom Ride that sparked the birth of the new Civil Rights Movement for immigrant workers in the United States. A moderated panel discussion will follow, featuring film director Valerie Lapin Ganley and representatives from Migrant Justice and the Open

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“The Healthcare Movie” on screen in Middlebury.

Thursday, May 25, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library Community Meeting Room. This documentary tells the story of how the Canadian and U.S. healthcare systems, which originally had much in common, evolved very differently A discussion of the film’s relevance to Vermont will led by Deb Richter, M.D., following the film. More information, contact Ellen Oxfeld at 388-7214.

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Wednesday, May 24, 7 p.m., Lincoln Library. Monthly book discussion group will discuss “Out of the Dust” by Karen Hesse. Written in sparse first-person free-verse poems, “Out of the Dust” is the tale of Billie Jo’s struggle to survive during the dust bowl years of the Depression.

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H.E.L.P. (Heroin Epidemic Learning Program) awards ceremony in Bristol. Monday, May 22, 6-7 p.m., Mt. Abraham Union High School. An event to recognize students, staff, and volunteer experts from the H.E.L.P program. PSA’s by participants will be shown.

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Bike for life

A THRONG OF 50 people rode bikes and jogged in the Kelly Boe Memorial Bike Ride on Monday afternoon, despite the raw weather. The ride, which departed from Middlebury Union High School, helped raise awareness that we all share the road and are all responsible for keeping it safe. It honored those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roads; Boe was killed while biking in Weybridge two years ago.

Proceeds from Monday’s ride benefit the Kelly Boe Memorial Scholarship Fund and Safe Routes to School, an organization that encourages kids to walk/bike/bus to school and supports them with safety education and improved visibility at crossings.

WomenSafe Mother’s Day card revealed ADDISON COUNTY — WomenSafe recently unveiled the 2017 Mother’s Day card — the 16th in its annual Local Women Artists Series. Addison County artist Pamela Smith’s colorful and cheerful painting, titled “Woman with Children,” graces the front of this year’s card.

“The piece is immediately inviting because of its depiction of women across the gender and age spectrum who are of many races,” WomenSafe said in announcing its Mother’s Day card. “Women’s oppressions are often different, and only by fighting all oppressors can we have justice.

To end domestic and sexual violence, we must be intersectional. ‘Woman with Children’ beautifully depicts the women all intertwined with flowers and joining hands to come together for a common cause.”

Smith created this piece using a mixture of gouache, watercolors, ink and crayon. She painted it in Kathmandu, Nepal.

The artist is a self-taught painter who lives in Vermont and Asia. She is a dedicated supporter of those who access WomenSafe in Addison

The second Kelly Boe Memorial Bike Ride was held on Monday, May 8.

Thank you to the Middlebury Safe Routes biking folks for help organizing and staffing the ride.

A lot of work went in behind the scenes, especially by Laura Asermily. Thank you to Don Keeler, Addison County Sheriff, for leading the caravan of riders and to the Middlebury police for manning the route to ensure a safe ride for all. Thanks to Addison Central School District Superintendent Peter Burrows for being a lead rider

and to MUHS Activities Director Sean Farrell for support at the high school where the ride began and ended.

Special thanks to all the riders who braved the chilly and drizzly weather to participate including the MUHS girls’ lacrosse team, who rode as a team.

This event is very special to my family as a way to honor my late husband, Kelly, and to highlight bike safety. I am looking forward to the 2018 memorial ride.

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Vermont Volunteers in Mission Trip to New Jersey April 2017 Hurricane Sandy Recovery We sped to New Jersey in Magill’s trusty van, Thinking to ourselves, “yes we can.”

We arrived in Forked River and all claimed a bed, then went to the church where we were well fed.

When “Sandy” blew in Mary and Frank’s house blew down, so they put up a modular, high off of the ground.

We worked on the sheet rock hung under their place, thanking God for the dust masks that covered our face.

Some worked below, some worked on ladders, being part of the team is what really matters.

Our morning devotions inspired each day.

Hot showers in evenings were not to delay.

We took a few hours and went to the bay.

We ate some great seafood, and took time to play.

Our tools were the altar for sharing God’s bread.

The grape juice reminding us what Jesus said.

We got our jobs done, patience never wore thin, we hope you will join us when we do this again.

2017 WomenSafe Mother’s Day card

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County. WomenSafe described her advocacy as thoughtful, nurturing and holistic, noting that she “listens and interacts with people with an open heart.”

Those who chose the image of this year’s WomenSafe Mother’s Day card said it speaks beautifully to how we all can work together to create healthy and safe relationships and communities.

Everyone is invited to honor their mother or any special person in their

life who has offered the gifts of love to them and those for whom they care. In buying a card, people are helping people who may not be safe this Mother’s Day. To purchase a card, send a donation to WomenSafe at P.O. Box 67, Middlebury, VT 05753 along with the name and address of your chosen honoree. WomenSafe will then acknowledge your gift by sending them this heartfelt card.

Cuba presentation May 16 at Ilsley MIDDLEBURY — In “Cuba Today,” Tami Munford, Middlebury educator and author, will share photos and experiences of modern Cuban culture from her multiple trips to Cuba. The presentation will take place at the Ilsley Public Library community meeting room from 7-8 p.m., on May 16.

Munford has had years of experience with Latin-American culture, beginning when she learned Spanish in Caracas, Venezuela, where she lived from 1984 to 1989.

She traveled to Cuba for the first time in 2014 with Burlington College to learn about the Cuban educational system. In 2015 she became

the director of Cuba Programs at Burlington College. Most recently, Munford spent January through May 2016 living in Vedado, Cuba.

In addition to her presentations, Munford has also written and illustrated a children’s book that offers a portrait of life in contemporary Cuba.

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The University of Vermont (UVM) Extension Service has opened a helpline for calls from Vermont and northern New Hampshire gardeners four days a week. With the Master Gardener Helpline questions may be phoned in between 9 a.m. and noon, Monday through Thursday.

The helpline is staffed by certified Master Gardeners who completed an intensive 13-week horticultural course and internship to earn their certification. They are trained to

answer questions about soil bed preparation, vegetable and fruit gardening, annuals and perennials, lawn care, trees and shrubs, composting, insect pests, plant diseases and other home horticultural topics.

Vermonters from across the state can call 800-639-2230 with their questions, except for Chittenden County callers, who should call 802-656-5421.

In addition to the helpline, the Extension Service welcomes walkins during regular helpline hours. The office is located at 201 Jeffords Hall on the UVM campus.

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at www.go.uvm.edu/ask-a-mastergardener, and gardeners may send in samples of insects and diseased plants for identification. Instructions for submission are at www.uvm. edu/mastergardener, under “Garden Help.”

The UVM Agricultural and Environmental Testing Lab also offers soil testing for home gardens.

The cost for a basic nutrient test is $14, payable when the sample is submitted. For information, visit www.uvm.edu/pss/ag_testing.

Commercial growers should contact the UVM Plant Diagnostic Clinic at 802-656-0493 or e-mail Ann Hazelrigg, clinic coordinator, at ann.hazelrigg@uvm.edu regarding a pest or disease issue.

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Screening of ‘Long Ride’ set at the Marquis, May 21 MIDDLEBURY — Addison County’s fledgling anti-racism organization, Showing Up for Racial Justice, will be offering another film screening at the Marquis Theater in downtown Middlebury on Sunday, May 21, at 7 pm. The film, “The Long Ride,” tells the story of the historic 2003 Immigrant Workers Freedom Ride that sparked the birth of the new Civil Rights Movement for immigrant workers in the United States.

In 2003, alarmed by increasing workplace abuses, more than 900 immigrants and allies boarded buses in 10 U.S. cities. These buses traveled across America to focus public attention on the plight of immigrant workers and to call for reform of the broken immigration system. They were inspired by the 1961 Civil Rights Movement Freedom Riders who risked their lives fighting to end segregation. The film chronicles the 12-day journey taken by 106 Freedom Riders from Northern California.

Some Freedom Riders risked arrest and deportation merely by participating in the Ride. NevertheCONGRESSMAN JOHN LEWIS, a Civil Rights Movement founding father, advocated for immigrant workers’ less, they bravely spoke publicly about their immigration experienc- rights at their rally in Washington, D.C., in 2003. The film “The Long Ride” documents this and other experies and the difficulties they face in ences of immigrant worker Freedom Riders in 2003. their adopted homeland. The Riders Freedom Riders advocated for inconfronted the immigration system troduction of legislation to: create a head-on while demonstrating at an pathway to citizenship; reunite famiImmigration and Customs Enforce- lies; ensure equal rights in the workment (ICE) office, and were met by place for all immigrants; and guarangry, anti-immigrant antee civil rights for counter-protesters. all. The Ride culminatThey faced their fears “In the darkest ed with an immigrant when they learned that hours of our rights rally of 100,000 their fellow Riders trav- nation’s history, people in New York — eling from Los Angeles protest has at the time, the largest were detained in Texas been used to such event in history. by the Border Patrol.

The Middlebury right wrongs.”

The Riders were joined showing of The Long — Rigo Valdez by 1961 Freedom Rider Ride follows the sucand Civil Rights icon cessful international Congressman John Lewis after they premieres in Oakland, Chicago, OUTSIDE A LONG Ride bus, a Freedom Rider speaks of her experidelivered their message to Wash- New York, and Austin. ence. ington lawmakers. The genesis of “In the darkest hours of our naefforts to enact Comprehensive Im- tion’s history, protest has been used a Rider who is currently director of tion system.” migration Reform occurred as the to right wrongs,” says Rigo Valdez, organizing at the United Food and The 74 minute long film will be Commercial Workers Union, Local followed by a moderated panel dis770. “As we fight back against Pres- cussion, featuring film director Lapident Trump’s attacks on immigrant in Ganley, as well as representatives and other communities, it is useful from Migrant Justice and the Open to reflect upon earlier efforts of re- Door Clinic. There is a ten dollar suggested donation, but no one will sistance.”

Valerie Lapin Ganley, the film’s be turned away for lack of funds. The producer and director added, “The proceeds raised will benefit Migrant Long Ride serves as a primer for Justice and the Open Door Clinic. how to move forward during the Both of these organizations work to Trump Era and forge meaningful support the well being and human solutions to the broken immigra- rights of Vermont farmworkers.

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Ferrisburgh First Honors: Beatrice Shlansky, Olivia Rooney Second Honors: Carolyn Cutting Honorable Mention: Asa Shlansky

Middlebury Second Honors: Maryann Pohlen, Frederick Pohlen.

Monkton Second Honors: Abbie Krech North FerrisburgH Second Honors: Liam Peterson Vergennes First Honors: Kristin DeGraaf Second Honors: Jasper Williams

Castleton University student Breanna Morse of Middlebury, was recently awarded the Abel E. Leavenworth Leadership Award for the 2016-2017 academic year.

This award is given annually to student-leaders who exemplify Abel Leavenworth’s characteristics of warmth, integrity, strong principles and wise counsel.

Corey Wisnowski, of East Middlebury, received the Louise Lacey McGarry Award from Connecticut College in New London, Conn. The award is given to a student in Human Development whose work with children exhibits the integrity, scholarship and warmth that characterized Louise McGarry’s teaching in the Children’s School at the College.

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Addiction (Continued from Page 1A) by the opiate problem here.”

Rawson said, unofficially, that Vermont has the highest per capita percentage of people in opioid treatment in the U.S., if not the world.

That’s not a difficult status for a state with only 620,000 people to achieve.

Rawson is now splitting his time between retirement and researching opioid use in Vermont. He travels around the state interviewing opioid users, as well as those in recovery, for a UVM study, the results of which will be available this summer.

He estimates that there are currently 18,000-20,000 opioid users in the state, roughly 3 percent of the adult population.

As the opiate crisis continues to tighten its grip on New England, small victories are welcome.

On April 27 at the Brandon Inn in front of a packed room of 60 health care officials, law enforcement officers, addiction counselors, legislative aides, parents and educators, Rawson outlined the challenges and the success of Vermont’s efforts to fight the deadly opiate epidemic.

In a presentation titled “Vermont’s Response to the Opiate Crisis: Is it Working?” Rawson lauded the state’s Hub and Spoke model for treating opiate addicts at the local level across the state. The event was presented

by Brandon Cares, the nonprofit grassroots organization formed in 2012 to help local opiate addicts and their families get treatment.

“The effort of Vermonters have been literally the most advanced treatment effort in the U.S. in the last five years,” Rawson said.

“But the word ‘epidemic’ is not an overstatement. It’s an extensive problem, but the response here in Vermont has been very impressive.”

THE HUB AND SPOKE Over the last five years, Vermont’s Care Alliance for Opioid

Addiction has created a network of eight addiction counseling and rehabilitation centers (the hubs) where opiate addicts can go for treatment. Once they get through rehab, they have to report to the hubs regularly for urine drug testing and counseling. Then they are eligible for outpatient treatment with a local physician closer to where they live (the spokes). There are currently about 150 Vermont physicians participating in the Hub and Spoke model.

The local doctors along with a care coordinator and a clinician comprise

a three-person primary care team for each patient. The physicians must become certified to treat patients who are opiate addicts in recovery and to prescribe Suboxone, a prescription drug that combines buprenorphine and naloxone.

Naloxone is the key ingredient in Narcan, a drug used to block the effects of an opioid overdose.

Buprenorphine suppresses symptoms of withdrawal, suppresses cravings for opioids, and blocks the effects of other opioids.

There are seven “hubs” in Vermont. Though none of the

hubs are in Addison County, in Chittenden County the Howard Center/Chittenden Clinic operates as a hub, with offices at two locations: Burlington and South Burlington. In Rutland County, West Ridge Center for Addiction Recovery (a part of the Rutland Regional Medical Center) is the hub, and there are several doctors in Rutland certified to dispense Suboxone. Dr. George Fjeld and Dr. John Dick of Brandon Medical Center in Brandon started dispensing Suboxone to opiate addicted patients last year.

Dr. Emily Glick at Bristol Internal Medicine is a spoke in Addison County. Although Addison County does not have a hub, addicts can apply for a spot at West Ridge or the hub in Chittenden County. There is also the Turning Point Center in Middlebury, a recovery center offering peer-topeer support for addicts and their families.

Rawson said that in 2012, prior to the Hub and Spoke model being implemented in Vermont, there were 650 people receiving treatment for opiate addiction and hundreds on waiting lists. In 2016, 3,185 Vermonters were receiving treatment for opiate addiction.

“Vermont’s effort to triple the amount of people in treatment in four years is pretty remarkable,” he said.

And the key to successfully implementing the Hub and Spoke model is to get primary care physicians to sign on and treat local addicts in recovery, Rawson said.

“In everything I’ve seen over the last two years, the way these people are treated is incredible,” Rawson said. “They are treated as patients, not as addicts, and they feel like patients, and I think the prognosis for treatment in places like Brandon Medical Center is very good because the patients are treated like people, and that helps them recover their selfesteem and sense of well-being.”

town’s two downtown rail bridges.

Current plans call for a construction team to begin work next month installing temporary bridges over the railroad on Merchants Row and Main Street. This plan will, among other things, result in closure of Printer’s Alley to vehicles. The looming four years of downtown construction makes it unlikely that the grantrelated improvements for Printer’s Alley will get done anytime soon.

Meanwhile, the clock is ticking on use of the grant. Middlebury must

commit the funds by the end of this year or they will disappear.

“You need to spend that money or you’re going to lose it,” Addison County Regional Planning Commission Executive Director Adam Lougee warned the selectboard on Tuesday.

So Lougee recommended the town ask VTrans to reallocate the grant to a different Middlebury transportation project: Construction of a shared-use path for pedestrians, joggers and cyclists along the 1.5-mile length of

Exchange Street, from Elm Street to Route 7.

The current Exchange Street project has already received two rounds of grant funding that will pay for the shared-use path to extend roughly 3,500 feet from the Elm Street intersection to the south entrance of Catamount Park, noted Middlebury Town Manager Kathleen Ramsay. The combined $240,000 from the Printer’s Alley grant and $60,000 local match would allow for design and construction of

DR. RICHARD RAWSON explains the issues of opiate addiction and the merits of Vermont’s Hub And Spoke treatment model at a Brandon Cares event held at the Brandon Inn late last month.

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Vermont’s Hub and Spoke model is so successful, Rawson said, that there are currently eight other states, including California, spending money to replicate Vermont’s model to treat opiate addicts.

“Ninety-one Americans die every day from opiate overdoses, and it’s going up,” Rawson said. “Overdose deaths surpassed automobile deaths in 2010. Overdoses are the numberone cause of accidental death in the country.”

And while the Hub and Spoke model is being lauded, many challenges remain. The nature of opiates changes the brain of the user, Rawson said, in a way that makes certain brain cells behave in a life-ordeath manner.

“The bad part is an almost clinical panic disorder where their brain tells them they have to get opioids or they’re going to die,” Rawson said.

“Withdrawal looks like a bad case of the flu, but their anxiety about it becomes the overarching issue.”

And that fact is the reason why 70-90 percent of addicts in recovery relapse within the first 90 days, which is perhaps the greatest challenge of the opiate epidemic.

ENTER FENTANYL In 2014, Rawson said Vermont was really starting to see a measurable decline in opiate overdose deaths as the rest of New England saw OD deaths continue to rise. And then fentanyl came on the heroin market.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid 100 times stronger than morphine. It is a prescription drug used to treat severe pain, but it started showing up mixed with heroin in 2013 around New England, and overdose deaths soared.

And that is why Rawson said Vermont should be prepared to tackle the opioid epidemic for years to come.

Coupled with the sheer tonnage of opioids available in the world today, and the looming threat of ever more

powerful drugs, Rawson said this is a long-term issue.

“It’s estimated that we could stop growing opioids today, and there is enough to sustain every addict in the world for the next five years,” he said.

“We have our work cut out for us because the drugs are getting stronger and more lethal. Unfortunately, this isn’t going away for the foreseeable future, because once you get a problem like this with a wellestablished market, it’s hard to beat.”

THE GOOD NEWS But thanks to the Hub and Spoke model, Rawson said Vermont is slowing the rise in overdose deaths compared to other New England states. It’s also stemming the societal issues associated with any drug epidemic, Rawson said.

“Hub and Spoke is making a huge impact on the opiate crisis in Vermont,” he said. “It’s reducing crime, it’s reducing heroin use, it’s reducing HIV and Hepatitis C infections, it’s increasing the number of people in treatment, and it’s reducing overdose deaths.”

Every state in the country recently received federal grant funding to fight the opioid crisis. The grant amounts varied according to population and need, but Vermont will get $2 million from the 21st Century Cures Act, provided through the State Targeted Response to the Opioid Crisis Grants administered by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

That money will go a long way in continuing the successful Hub and Spoke model in Vermont.

“I think Vermont has a lot to be proud of,” Rawson said.

“Unfortunately, it’s going to take a lot of time and effort, but I’m very proud of what Vermont’s been doing. You people have done a tremendous job in taking care of your communities, and I compliment you.”

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“It would be relatively easy to start another phase of that (sidewalk) with that money,” Lougee said.

Selectboard members unanimously endorsed Lougee’s suggestion. Ramsay has put the town’s request for the grant transfer in a letter to VTrans Project Manager Scott Robertson.

“We believe this proposed amendment constitutes a win-win for VTrans and the town of Middlebury,” Ramsay wrote. “It fulfills the initial purpose of providing bicycle and pedestrian connectivity into Middlebury’s downtown (albeit from a different location), allows the money to flow quickly into a pre-identified existing contract and need that will allow Middlebury to efficiently advance the project to the milestones necessary for it to retain the funding.”

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United Way honors those who helped with the campaign

MIDDLEBURY — More than 60 community members attended the United Way of Addison County’s Community Celebration, hosted by Jessica’s Restaurant and the Swift House Inn on May 4.

The event in the beautiful setting and with food provided by inn owners Dan and Michele Brown celebrated businesses, donors, and volunteers who make a difference in Addison County through their participation in the United Way campaign and in their community.

UWAC recognized hard work and said goodbye to outgoing board President Ron Hallman, and campaign Co-Chairs Ira and Linda Schiffer.

This year’s Dine the United Way fundraising program broke all records raising $5,519.81. This was accomplished by restaurants who have participated for many years as well as some new ones. Restaurants that took part by donating a portion of sales on a given night included veterans of more than 20 years in the program Fire & Ice, Mary’s at Baldwin Creek, Green Peppers, Morgan’s Tavern at Middlebury Inn, and Jessica’s at the Swift House Inn. Other restaurants included Storm Café, Mister Ups, Stone Leaf Teahouse, Daily Chocolate and Bobcat Café — plus newcomer Hatch 31 in Bristol.

UWAC introduced some fun new awards this year. The Movers and Shakers Award for creative approach to participating in the campaign went to the Starksboro Co-operative Preschool, and Counseling Service of Addison County. The Best Special Event Award went to WVTK radio and Ken Gilbert for their live on-air Hannaford Holiday Food Drive.

The Best Volunteer Effort Award went to Middlebury Fitness and Jerrod Rushton for their all staff participation on SPIN United.

The Campaign Partner of the Year Award went to the Addison Independent for all around support of UWAC’s work and the mission to make Addison County a better place for all.

UTC Aerospace walked away with three awards this year. Coordinator of the Year went to Erin Wollam-Berens for her work on the UTC campaign, which included coordinating the payroll campaign, running minievents, a bike building competition, and all the follow up that goes with these projects. They also won the Life of the Party Award for their bike building competition, which took place on site. The correctly completed bikes were then donated to some very happy recipients at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Vergennes.

The last award was the Live United Award, given to both UTC and to Jan Phelps and Hannaford Food and Pharmacy. This award celebrates businesses who participate in the trifecta of Giving, Advocating, and Volunteering in the United Way

UNITED WAY OF Addison County drew more than 60 people to its Community Celebration at the Swift House Inn in Middlebury last Thursday to applaud the individuals and organizations that work to make a difference in our community.

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REPRESENTATIVES FROM RESTAURANTS that have donate a portion of sales as part of the Dine United fundraising campaign for 20 years are thanked. From left are Paris Rinder-Goddard of Fire and Ice, Nancy Luke of United Way, Geoff Conrad and Kylie Stevens of Middlebury Inn, Linda Harmon of Mary’s at Baldwin Creek and Kate McGowan of the United Way.

UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN CoChairs Ira and Linda Schiffer are thanked by United Way’s Kate McGowan and Nancy Luke for their work on this past year’s fund drive.

campaign. This is a repeat win for Hannaford as they have truly taken up the community partner mantra for UWAC and for many other organizations in Addison County.

Volunteers participating in United Way’s Community Impact Funding process were recognized by UWAC Executive Director Kate McGowan for their work in reading grants,

visiting local non-profits, and making funding decisions for the monies raised by the community this past year.

UWAC introduced and shared the future plans of a new program called H.E.L.P., or Heroin Epidemic Learning Program. This program began as the brainchild of local community member Jeremy Holm and was brought to fruition by Holm and Jesse Brooks, regional prevention program coordinator. The program took place in all three local high schools and included education from medical, law-enforcement and other professional in the field and culminated in the creation of 10 Public Service Announcements for a competition in which one winner will be announced on May 22 in Bristol.

The evening culminated with the awarding of the Senior High School Volunteer Scholarship Award. As in past years, high school seniors were recognized for their work in

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BRISTOL’S VICTOR HINOJOSA, center, holds the Senior High School Volunteer Scholarship Award he received. He is surrounded by other volunteers and nominees for the award, as well as United Way staff.

the community. These students are nominated by the community for recognition for a special project or body of work. Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the winner(s) of the Senior High Volunteer Scholarship Award comes with a $1,500 scholarship to be used for ongoing education. This year’s winner was Victor Hinojosa

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by Kerry Kurt of Unbound Grace in Starksboro. Hinojosa has been accepted at Norwich University and will be attending in the fall.

A terrific evening was had by all and United Way of Addison County is thankful to all participants in this year’s campaign whether they were able to attend the event or not.

Screening of ‘Most Likely to Succeed’ to be held May 17 MIDDLEBURY — On Wednesday, May 17, Bridge School and Middlebury Underground will present a screening of the award-winning education documentary “Most Likely to Succeed,” followed by a dialogue about what matters most for education today.

The film profiles the origins of our current educational system, developed a century ago during the rise of the industrial age. Since that time, the world economy has transformed profoundly, but the U.S. education system has not.

The film focuses on the story of a school in San Diego that is rethinking what the experience of going to school looks like.

As viewers follow students, parents and teachers through a truly unorthodox school experience, the audience is forced to consider the question: What sort of educational environment is most likely to succeed in the 21st century?

“The 21st century is going to be all about building, creating, and innovating. This remarkable film shows a path of how we can empower all of our children to do that.” says Sal Khan, of Khan Academy The purpose of this event is to foster meaningful discussion among educators, administrators, parents, and students about our education system, and to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to pursuing new approaches. At 5:30 p.m., attendees are welcome to join panelists for a casual dinner at the Marquis Southwest Café.

The film begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be followed by a panel discussion at 8 p.m., featuring national education thoughtleaders and local elementary teachers.

A $10 suggested donation at the door will benefit the Bridge School Scholarship Fund. This event is brought to you by Bridge School and Middlebury Underground.

For more information, please contact Lisa Mitchell at (802) 388-6124, or email lisa@ middunderground.org.

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Maple Run

KEITH WILKERSON APPROACHES a drink station in Weybridge.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

RUNNERS PASS THE Scholten Family Farm in Weybridge.

STUDENTS FROM SALISBURY Community School prepare for the start of the fun run.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Independent photo/Angelo Lynn

JESSICA CHEN AND Trevor Lee from Texas lead a pack of runners onto Route 23.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

JESSICA BASHAW, THE female winner, runs along Sheep Farm Road in Weybridge.

BEN ARQUIT WAS THE overall winner with a time of 1:21:51.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

HEIDI CALDWELL OF Winooski was the second-place female finisher.

FOUR SMILING RUNNERS show off their medals post-race.

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Chamber photo/Stephen James

Fun times, big smiles at Middlebury’s 9th annual Maple Run

By ANGELO LYNN MIDDLEBURY — A cool, misty rain greeted the almost 700 runners at the ninth annual Middlebury Maple Run as a hundred-plus runners huddled in the registration area early Sunday morning to keep warm ahead of the 9 a.m. start. Then the light rain stopped, the clouds lifted and a bigger crowd than some expected headed out for either the half marathon, or 3-mile fun run, under partly sunny skies and temperatures in the 50s — perfect temps for a longer run.

Of the 827 runners who had registered from the event, 681 showed up at the start — consisting of 575 individuals who registered for the half marathon; 112 runners who were part of a relay team; and 140 runners who had signed up for the 3-mile fun run.

Those overall numbers are on track with recent years, though slightly below the peak of about 1,000 who registered for the half marathon back in 2012.

Gusty winds of 15-20 mph slowed those intent or setting personal best times or for those top runners trying to set course records (none were broken, though several were set in the first year of the fun run), but overall the weather during the race was surprisingly pleasant — particularly considering the light rain in the early morning and the fact it started raining again not long after the race and during the awards ceremony.

Race co-director and Addison County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sue Hoxie noted that the 3-mile Fun Run was new this year, drawing about 140 racers, including almost 30 kids from the Salisbury Community School.

“Our goal with the fun run was to expand the audience, and bring more kids and families into the race, and we definitely achieved that,” Hoxie said, adding she was hopeful the fun run would see further growth in the years ahead.

Hoxie noted that next year would be the 10th anniversary of the race, emphasizing that the race committee had tried to add new aspects or variations to the race each year.

“Over the years we’ve added the two-person relay race, the 3-mile fun run, finishers’ medals, the pancake break, music along the course from student bands or singing groups,” Hoxie said, also mentioning some of the most enthusiastic aid stations staffed with numerous participants from the Girls on the Run association. “They have just been terrific. We always get hundreds of comments about how great our aid stations are just because the girls are so cheerful and inspiring.”

Co-director Andrea Solomon noted that the race has also improved safety measures, and added additional traffic control, sag wagons, better signage and porta-potties along the course — all responding to suggestions from racer feedback and learning along the way.

Over $60,000 from race proceeds has been donated to more than 20 different community non-profit groups, including the three beneficiaries this year: Havurah House, WomenSafe, and the B&G Club of Vergennes.

Hoxie also noted that more than 40 percent of the entries typically come from out of state, many of whom also spend the night in the area — creating a significant boost for the local economy in an otherwise slower time of the year.

As for what lies ahead for the 10th anniversary next year, Hoxie and Solomon aren’t saying quite yet, but it’s sure to be big.

“Whatever we do,” Solomon said, “it will reflect well on what a great race this has become. It’s one of the most beautiful half marathon courses in the state, it’s well run and organized, we have wonderful volunteers and music along the way, we give out one-of-akind medals to all racers produced by Maple Landmarks here in Middlebury, and our priz-

es to the age-group winners (along with some cash for the top places) are classic maple leaf jars of maple syrup. Who beats that?!”

Top winners for this year’s race, and their times were: Half Marathon: 1st place male, Ben Arquit, Harrison, NY (Middlebury College student), age 19, 1:21.50, 6:15 per mile pace; 1st place female, Jessica Bashaw, Cambridge, N.Y., age 34, 1:25.57, 6:34 per mile pace.

Half marathon relay: 1st place male, Fast Walkers, Brett Walker and Joshua Walker, 1:24:11, 6:26 pace; 1st place female, Chicks That Run, Darby Show, Susan Fervais, 1:40:21, 7:40 pace; 1st place mixed team, Mad Tom, Maddie Leopold, Tom Dils, 1:30:12, 6:54 pace.

3-Mile Fun Run: 1st place male, Evan Thornton-Sherman, St. Johnsbury, age 13, 17:22:59, 5:48 per mile pace; 1st place female, Melinda Noel, Rutland, age 23, 24:22:91, 8:08 pace.

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A PARENT/CHILD Center student walks to the bus at the end of the day Tuesday. The center has teamed up with Champlain Valley Head Start to offer bus service to area preschoolers and parents.

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Bus (Continued from Page 1A) raised enough money to purchase two specially fortified buses, a 14-seater and a 20-seater, that whisk clients from their homes to five early education sites, job training and adult education locations. The buses operate Monday through Friday, providing both morning and afternoon runs. One bus serves northern Addison County, including Vergennes and Bristol. The second

bus primarily serves the greater Middlebury area.

The vehicles are staffed with trained bus monitors, who make sure young children are properly seated and that their parents have access to any supplies they might need en route, according to Bailey.

Bailey praised Addison County Transit Resources for its series of bus routes that provide great service to adults and youths that would

otherwise remain homebound or dependent on friends and relatives for rides. But she noted some of the Parent/Child Center and Head Start clients aren’t located within ACTR’s service area, and they require more sophisticated restraint systems than a conventional bus can deliver.

“It’s a pretty specialized population with very young children — infants and toddlers up to age five,” Bailey said. “It’s really important to be able

to go house to house and door to door, as opposed to bus stop to bus stop.”

Paul Behrman, director of Champlain Valley Head Start, said the service also recognizes the new geographic realities of affordable housing.

Increasingly, families at the poverty level must move further away from town centers and child care sites due to the scarcity of nearby affordable housing. Almost 50 percent of Vermont’s rental housing tenants are “cost burdened,” meaning they spend 30 percent or more of their income on housing, according to Head Start officials. A two-bedroom unit in Addison County has an average monthly rent of $1,015 — or $12,180 a year —according to federal statistics.

The children and families served by these buses are at 100 percent of the poverty level, as defined by federal guidelines. That translates to around $24,300 per year for a family of four, according to Behrman.

Bailey said the new buses will operate within state laws stipulating

A PARENT/CHILD Center student carries a toy bus onto one of the buses now used by the center and Champlain Valley Head Start.

that very young children can’t be on a school bus for more than 45 minutes per trip. This makes the bus a more challenging ticket for riders living in some of Addison County’s more rural communities, such as Orwell and Goshen. But Bailey said the Parent/Child Center has the resources right now to send individual vehicles to more remote addresses, or will encourage such residents to get a family member or friend to drive them to a pick-up spot that will ensure a child stays under the 45-minute transportation limit.

Officials said the buses are worth the extra expense and effort, in large part due to safety factors.

School buses serving K-12 children are traditionally the safest vehicles on the road, because they are heavy duty and designed to withstand impact, according to Behrman. But pre-K kids are often given rides in vans that are

usually not as safe as school buses, he said. The new, Early Education Bus Service is using the vehicles that are sturdier and safer than conventional vans.

“We are really, really excited, primarily because this is a state-ofthe-art transportation system for very young children,” Behrman said. “This is part of our effort to enhance the safety of the transportation systems for very young children. We’d like to see this as a model that could be replicated throughout the state.”

It will take $75,000 to operate the new bus service next year, according to organizers, who are already seeking help through grants, private foundations and individual contributions.

“I am hopeful we will find the funding,” Bailey said. “It’s a very important service for parents and kids.”

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Ice House is first in state to get grass-fed rating for dairy goats

Farmers (even bark) that are at least six inches (Continued from Page 1A) the idea of being able to make fresh high.

“Pretty much they will eat cheese at home for ourselves,” said Chad. “When we first moved to anything,” said Morgan.

The list of what the Ice House goats Addison, it was hard to find raw goat’s milk to make cheeses at will gladly nibble on includes young black locust, buckthorn, sumac, home.”

Added Morgan, “We just figured willow, feral apple, dried leaves. we’d get our own goats to make our They like burdock and milkweed. own stuff, and then we were like. They’ll even eat poison parsnip before it matures.

‘Goats are awful fun; maybe we But they’re picky, too. should sell raw milk because Before deciding which people can’t get it very easily,’ farm to source their hay from, and it just snowballed.” the Beckwiths bought bales But for all of the sheer around the county and then joy that the Beckwiths bring let the goats choose. to farming, they also See a video of a newborn “Luckily, Addison bring equal portions of organization, rigor goat with this story online at County has some of addisonindependent.com the best hay producers and elbow grease. in the area, so it’s (The barn in which “Cal” works to give birth is spotless worked out really well for us,” said — indeed far, far cleaner than my Chad.

The hay they purchase is a mix of kitchen could ever hope to be.)

The Beckwiths’ goal is to develop a legumes, clover and timothy.

“I really like that because the goats small herd with top productivity and vigor. The flock is mostly Alpines really love it,” Chad said. because of the breeds’ high milk LOVE BEING OUTDOORS Chad’s path to becoming a farmer yields, but they’re also introducing Nubians because of that breed’s grew out of a summer keeping bees higher butterfat and proteins. Chad with his dad.

“I kind of fell in love with it and plans to crossbreed some “Nupines” to get the best characteristics of both. thought it was so much fun to be They purchased some of their outside enjoying the outside and flock from a farm that tracked the enjoying the environment,” he said. milk content and productivity of “It’s quite a passion, once you get into keeping bees. We’re always trying to each animal. come up with new ideas Ice House Farm for keeping them better recently won Certified each year.”

Grassfed accreditation “Luckily, For a long time, (see related story on this Addison though, he worked a desk page).

County has job as a music software The Beckwiths some of the audio engineer, keeping switched to grass-fed/ bees part-time on the browse only (no grain in best hay side. the goats’ diet) because producers in But he finally realized they believe it’s more the area, so that what he really economically viable, enjoyed was being and better for the goats it’s worked outside. and for the environment. out really “When we moved But as they were making well for us.” the decision, it was — Chad Beckwith to Addison the idea of farming full time became challenging to find more of a reality,” Chad other goat producers to said. “You get seduced by the land compare notes with.

“We started asking people about it, and the soil. It gets into your veins. and they were like, ‘Well, you can do And you realize that you can try to that but your production might drop,’ do something unique and try to create or, ‘Sure, they’ve done it with cows something that’s viable, something but no one’s done it with goats around that works. So I think that’s what we’re trying to do.” here,’” said Morgan.

Morgan grew up in Idabel, Okla., Then Morgan found a dairy goat farm in Tennessee that successfully and came East to study painting at the Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts moved to grass-fed only.

“That was like an inspiration,” she in Old Lyme, Conn. She met Chad said. “If they can do it, we can do it.” while working for his mother, who Goats will eat grass but prefer to does art conservation framing.

“She kept telling me I had to meet browse on plants, shrubs, young trees

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CHAD BECKWITH WATCHES over some of his goat herd while browsing in the woods around the Ice House Farm in Goshen.

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her son,” said Morgan, who noted she wasn’t too keen on the idea until she finally did meet Chad.

The two were married in 2013.

The Beckwiths feel happy, they said, to have found their farmstead on 16.5 acres off Hathaway Road in Goshen, after searching statewide for a place with the right balance of land that could provide both browse and pasture and “some start on outbuildings.”

“This place was perfect,” said Morgan.

NEWBORN BABY GOAT Back in the barn, Calliope finally births her kid. It’s a boy, called a “buckling” in the goat world.

Although bucklings often end up as pets or roast, this one will be kept as a stud, given his pedigree.

Calliope answers the newborn’s first bleats with low grunting snorts and gently begins to lick him clean.

Morgan stands him up and helps him latch on to his mother’s teats for a first drink of colostrum. He sucks noisily.

They’re still thinking about names, which at Ice House follow thematic lines based on the doe. (There’s a June Carter-Johnny Cash-Maybelle Carter line, a Linden-Willow-Poppy line, and a Juno-Carl Sagan-Neil deGrasse Tyson line, among others.)

As this article goes to press, Morgan emails: “The new buckling is just fine, doing great. Since his mom’s name is Calliope, his name is Estey after the Vermont organ company.”

Ice House Farm can be reached at goats@icehousefarm.vt.com, through the icehousefarmvt.com website, or at 802-247-1443.

GOAT KIDS CLIMB on Morgan Beckwith on the Ice House Farm in Goshen.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

By GAEN MURPHREE GOSHEN — Ice House Farm in Goshen is the first Vermont goat dairy to win the Certified Grassfed accreditation from A Greener World, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting sustainability. The farm was also awarded AGW’s Animal Welfare Approved certification for both its goats and its pasture-raised flock of chickens, which includes Welsummers, Marans, Speckled Sussex, Araucanas and other assorted breeds.

The Grassfed certification means that animals are: • Fed 100 percent grass or forage • Raised outdoors (which in Vermont winters also means having free access to the outdoors) • Managed with high animal welfare and environmental standards • Raised on an independent family farm To achieve Animal Welfare Approved for either chickens or dairy goats farms must meet 30some pages of specific criteria for each animal, including on-site farm audits and detailed record keeping.

In a recent New York Times article comparing so-called humane certifications, Consumers Union called AGW’s certification “The only one we have any confidence in and think gives you value for your money.”

Ice House joins 13 other Vermont farms in being AWA certified. Three Vermont beef farms are AGW Certified Grassfed.

“When we started really forming the farm together as a business, we sat down and thought about what our priorities were, and animal husbandry was on the top of the list,” said Ice House Farm owner Chad Beckwith. “We wanted to provide an environment for these animals to thrive and that goes for everything — the goats the chickens and the bees.”

He noted that AGW “spent a lot of time here auditing us on the farm. And it was great to work through because they really work through your animal plan for almost everything including things we didn’t think of like emergency plans, if there’s a flood or a fire what are you going to do for your animals.”

ADDISON COUNTY INDEPENDENT

B Section

THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2017

In lacrosse: Tiger girls, Otter boys claim wins ADDISON COUNTY — In local high school lacrosse action earlier this week, the Middlebury girls and Otter Valley boys picked up wins, but the Mount Abraham/Vergennes collective boys’ and girls’ teams came up short.

MUHS GIRLS On Tuesday, the Tigers edged host Mount Mansfield 10-8, to improve to 10-0 and retain first place in Division I. Andi Boe led the MUHS attack with three goals and three assists, Kate Donahue scored twice, Ella Nagy-Benson notched a goal and an assist, and four Tigers added a goal apiece. Tiger goalie Raven Payne made nine saves.

Meghan Hawley scored four goals for the 7-2 Cougars, and MMU goalie Jodie Wright stopped eight shots.

OTTER BOYS On Tuesday, host OV edged Montpelier, 5-4, as goalie Alec Stevens stopped 15 shots. Tyson Cram scored two goals, Hayden Gallo scored twice and set up two goals, and Ethan Sulik-Doty chipped in a goal and an assist as the Otters improved to 3-5.

MUHS BOYS On Monday, the Tiger boys fell to D-II Mount Mansfield, 10-8, their fourth loss by three goals or fewer.

Jackson Donahue, Jake Peluso and Trey Kaufmann each scored twice to pace the Tiger attack. Cam Devlin made eight saves for MUHS, and goalie Will Macone stopped six shots for the 4-3 Cougars.

The Tigers were set to visit St. Albans on Wednesday.

COMMODORE GIRLS On Monday, Coach Marikate Kelley said the first-year Commodore girls’ varsity team played well in a 10-6 setback at Hartford despite not picking up the program’s first win.

Ashley Turner led the way with (See Lacrosse, Page 3B)

ScoreBOARD HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls Lacrosse 5/8 Hartford vs. VUHS............................10-6 5/9 MUHS vs. Mt. Mansfield...................10-8 5/10 U-32 at VUHS.................................Late Boys’ Lacrosse 5/8 Mt. Mansfield vs. VUHS....................10-8 5/9 Burlington vs. Mt. Abe.......................12-3 5/9 OV vs. Montpelier...............................5-4 5/10 MUHS at St. Albans........................Late Softball 5/8 Mt. Abe vs. Rice................................20-6 5/9 OV vs. Springfield...............................2-0 5/9 MUHS vs. Mt. Mansfield.....................9-8 5/9 CVU vs. VUHS.................................13-4 5/9 North Country vs. Mt. Abe..................3-0 5/10 Fair Haven at OV............................Late Baseball 5/9 Mt. Mansfield vs. MUHS.....................9-0 5/9 CVU vs. VUHS.................................16-4 5/9 Mt. Abe vs. North Country..................5-4 5/10 Fair Haven at OV............................Late Tennis 5/9 MUHS Girls vs. U-32..........................4-3 5/9 MUHS Boys vs. U-32..........................4-3 COLLEGE SPORTS Men’s Lacrosse NESCAC Final Four at Bates 5/7 #2 Wesleyan vs. #6 Midd...................9-8 Baseball 5/7 Midd. vs. Tufts....................................4-0 5/7 Tufts vs. Midd.....................................6-1 5/9 Midd. at Castleton.....................Canceled

(See Schedule, Page 3B)

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Tiger girls’ tennis takes two of three

EAST MONTPELIER — The Middlebury Union High School girls’ tennis team defeated host U-32, 4-3, on Tuesday, a result that combined with a split of two matches late last week moved the Tigers to 3-2.

On Tuesday: • At No. 1 singles, Alex Hepp (U) defeated Claire Wulfman (M) 6-2, 6-7, 10-4.

• At No. 2 singles, Sierra Barnicle (M) defeated Ginger Knight (U) 6-3, 4-6, 10-4.

• At No. 3 singles, Charlotte (See Girls’ tennis, Page 3B)

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Eagles earn only baseball victory

TIGER FRESHMAN HUNTER Munteanu hits a return during his doubles match with teammate Spencer Doran Tuesday against U-32.

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TIGER SENIOR OWEN Hammel lost his No. 1 singles match to U-32’s Wilson Knight Tuesday in Middlebury.

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MUHS boys’ tennis tops Raiders, hits .500 mark

By ANDY KIRKALDY prior Thursday.

MIDDLEBURY — In a Tuesday match Even though this year does not resemin which both teams were shorthanded, the ble 2016, when a senior-laden Tiger squad host Middlebury Union High School boys’ compiled an undefeated regular season, tennis team edged U-32, Coach Ken Schoen said 4-3, on the Middlebury this spring has been entown courts. The result “This is a rebuilding joyable. evened the Tigers’ re- year. And we’re doing “We’ve got a good respectably well. And cord at 2-2. bunch of boys, and to The Tigers played these boys are really be competitive in this without No. 1 Ziven nice, and they work match when we don’t McCarty, who has lost have our first sinpretty hard. And they’re even only once this season. gles player is good. We His absence to due ill- learning. So I’m happy won a nice match at ness meant all the Ti- with it. And they’re a BFA-St. Albans on Satgers had to bump a rung nice team. They all get urday, and we almost up on the ladder. along really well. We’re beat Harwood. We lost Meanwhile the Raid- having fun.” by one tiebreak,” Schoen ers arrived without a said. “We’re going to — Coach Ken Schoen have a good season.” full complement of players and forfeited at Schoen also pointed No. 5 singles and No. 2 doubles, allowing out that only three of his regulars are seMiddlebury No. 5 Tre Bonavita and the niors, and his team is improving and showTiger doubles team of Drew Kiernan and ing camaraderie.

Sam Daly to win by just showing up.

“This is a rebuilding year,” he said.

Tuesday’s result followed a 6-1 win at “And we’re doing respectably well. And BFA-St. Albans on Saturday and a well these boys are really nice, and they work played, 4-3 home loss to Harwood on the (See Tennis, Page 3B)

Trio takes honors at Ralph Myhre

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School freshman Spencer Doran and his doubles teammate Hunter Munteanu won their match and helped the Tigers defeat U-32 Tuesday.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Softball: Otters, Tigers, Eagles victorious

ADDISON COUNTY — In area high school softball action earlier this week, Otter Valley and Middlebury each won; Mount Abraham picked up a win, but also its first loss; and Vergennes lost at home.

OTTERS On Tuesday, Courtney Bushey tossed a two-hitter and struck out nine as OV blanked visiting Springfield, 7-0. Bushey added two hits and two runs as OV improved to 3-4 against the 4-3 Cosmos. Katie

Coolidge added two hits and two RBIs, and Gabby Poalino knocked out three hits.

OV was set to face Fair Haven on Wednesday after the deadline for this sports section.

TIGERS On Tuesday, the Tigers hung on for a 9-8 win at Mount Mansfield after taking a 7-0 lead. Both teams knocked out 14 hits. Winning pitcher Payton Buxton wriggled out of a bases-loaded jam in the sixth inning

ADDISON COUNTY — In area high school baseball action, all on Tuesday, Mount Abraham picked up a win, but Vergennes and Middlebury came up short.

EAGLES The Eagles defeated visiting North Country, 9-0, as Adam Whitcomb tossed his second consecutive complete-game shutout, this one a three-hitter in which he struck out 13 and walked one.

Pacing the offense for the 5-4 Eagles were Chris Wood and Dustin Whitcomb, each with three hits, and Wyatt Gendreau and George Bailey, with two hits apiece.

TIGERS Host Mount Mansfield blanked the Tigers, 9-0, as Cougar hurler Shea Fitzgerald tossed a three-hit shutout.

Skyeler Devlin took the loss for the 1-8 Tigers.

COMMODORES Visiting Champlain Valley defeated the Commodores, 16-4. Will Wormer took the pitching loss as VUHS, which had won three of four to reach .500, dropped to 4-5.

and struck out five; she helped her cause with a homer, a single and two RBIs. Abby LaRock doubled twice and drove in a run, Darcy Staats had three hits and an RBI, Taylor Sylvester drove in three runs with two hits, and Ally Larocque and Ella Beattie each chipped in two hits for the 7-2 Tigers. Allison Lane crushed a three-run homer for MMU (2-6), and C.J. Luitjens drilled three hits.

Rylee LeBourveau took the loss.

EAGLES On Monday, Mount Abe roared back from a 6-1 second-inning hole to rout host Rice, 20-6. The 7-0 Eagles took a 7-6 lead in the fourth and then poured it on.

Among those producing at the plate for Mount Abe were Katelynn Ouellette, with five hits, four runs, and four RBIs; Emily Aldrich, with four hits, four runs and three RBIs; Jenna McArdle, who drove in four (See Softball, Page 3B)

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MIDDLEBURY — The threesome of Marsdin Van Order, John Betz and Tom Maxwell prevailed in the second 2017 edition of Bill Davidson Thursday Afternoon Men’s Golf, which was contested on May 4 at Ralph Myhre Golf Course.

Taking second was the foursome of Mike Adams, Chris Prickett, Russ Leng and Dayton Wakefield.

The quartet of Nick Causton, Ed Sommers, Deem Schoenfeld and Dave Foran finished third.

Maxwell earned the day’s low net score.

Sodbusters sets first tournament

BRISTOL — The Sodbusters Horseshoe Pitching Club of Bristol will host its first sanctioned tournament of the season — the Sodbusters Memorial — on Sunday, May 21.

The events will be held at the Sodbusters’ home courts in Bristol near the American Legion hall.

The entry fee is $20 and participants must have a Vermont NHPA sanction card. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, May 14.

To sign up or for more information, call Mike Brown 802-453-2219.

PAGE 2B — Addison Independent, Thursday, May 11, 2017

Women’s lax to host in NCAAs

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury College women’s lacrosse team came up short in its quest to repeat as NESCAC champions this past weekend, when Colby defeated the Panthers on Saturday, 10-9, in a semifinal.

Middlebury still has a chance to earn its second-straight NCAA Division III title, but to do so the Panthers will have to defeat Colby — which bested Trinity this past Sunday for the NESCAC crown — for the first time in three tries this season.

And Middlebury (13-4) will first have to get past Plymouth State (113) on Saturday at home at 1 p.m. If the Panthers clear that hurdle, they will take on the Mules on Sunday at 1 p.m. — on Middlebury’s Kohn Field. (Tickets for the games will be $6 each.) Colby also defeated the Panthers in Maine, 9-6, late in the regular season.

Should the Panthers get past Colby in a second-round match, they would

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE SENIOR Mary O’Connell had a goal and three assists in the Panthers’ 10-9 loss to Colby Saturday afternoon on Kohn Field. Middlebury could get a rematch with Colby in the NCAA tournament on Sunday.

head to a Regional almost certain to be hosted by No. 1 The College of New Jersey (15-1). Middlebury is

the only team to defeat TCNJ this spring, 6-4, on the road. The Panthers would have to top either Denison (15-3) or Brockport (15-2) in a Regional semifinal on May 20 before in all likelihood meeting TCNJ for a berth in the final four in Salem, Va., on May 27 and 28.

In the NESCAC semifinal this past Saturday, the Panthers rallied from a 6-2 first-half deficit to take a 9-8 lead with 9:59 to go.

But the Mules tightened up on defense — and got help from Panther turnovers and then the crossbar twice in the final minutes — to keep Middlebury scoreless the rest of the way. And they got goals from Emily Klein and Sasha Fritts, the latter coming on a free position, for the win.

After Fritts scored, Panthers Sara Dicenso and Bea Eppler both hit pipes in the final 1:20 as the Mules hung on.

The Mules built their 6-2 lead in the game’s first 22:20, but goals by Panthers Hollis Perticone, Eppler and Casey O’Neill over the next five minutes of play cut the Colby lead to 6-5 headed into halftime.

Fritts gave the Mules a two-goal lead just over six minutes into the second half. Goals by Eppler, M.G. Gately, Mary O’Connell and finally Jenna McNicholas at 9:59 came in a 4-1 run that gave the Panthers their short-lived 9-8 lead.

MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE SOPHOMORE Susanna Baker charges up the field during Saturday’s NESCAC semifinal game against Colby. Middlebury lost the game, 10-9, but still earned a bid to the NCAA tournament and will host games this weekend.

Independent photos/Trent Campbell

Eppler led the Panthers with three goals, Mary O’Connell tacked on a goal and a game-best three assists.

On defense, Alex White caused three turnovers, while goalie Kate Furber finished with a dozen saves, including several clutch stops in the second half, as well as four

ground balls.

Kendall Smith paced the Mules with four goals, while Lexie Perticone (big sister to Panther Hollis Perticone) recorded three scores and two assists. Colby goalie Izzy Scribano made two saves. Colby held edges in both shots (24-20) and

ground balls (15-11).

Meanwhile, the league announced that Panther junior Hollis Perticone was selected as the NESCAC Player of the Year, becoming the sixth player in the program’s history to garner the honor and the first since Kim Walker in 2007.

Camp News CHAMPLAIN DISCOVERY AT THE MARITIME MUSEUM Starting on June 19th ten students from the Champlain Valley ages 13-16 will build their own 17’ sea kayaks and then embark on a 10-day voyage of a lifetime. Participants in the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s Champlain Discovery program will paddle from Whitehall, New York transiting Lock #12 on the Champlain Canal and paddle to Burlington, Vermont. They will experience sites of cultural and natural historical significance as they challenge themselves in new and positive ways. The program culminates when they land in Burlington on the morning of July 22nd and are welcomed back to their worlds by family and friends.

The Maritime Museum is accepting applications for the Champlain Discovery program. Financial aid is available. Call 802-475-2022, email nickp@lcmm.org for information and an application, or check out the website www.lcmm.org.

GREEN MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES Now in our 19th season, Green Mountain Adventures offers a variety of outdoor adventure

day camps uniquely designed to safely lead children and young adults (age 6-15) into the vast playground of rocks, rivers, and mountains surrounding our Central Vermont community. Participants engage in multi-activity wilderness adventures including canoeing and kayaking, mountain biking, fly fishing, geocaching, river-tubing, and rock climbing. Each of our camps provides imaginative and unforgettable journeys in some of the most beautiful backcountry wilderness areas in and around the Green Mountains. For all camps, a $100 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. Day camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pick up/drop off at Middlebury Mountaineer, 56 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753. For more information or call Steve at the Mountaineer, 802-388-7245, or visit www.mmvt.com.

BRISTOL RECREATION DEPARTMENT The Bristol Recreation Department offers summer camps for virtually every taste, age and inclination. There’s the fabulous SUMMERAMA, with available weeks throughout July — each

week with a new theme. Children from grades 1-6 will be kept on the move with a slew of activities both physical and crafty. Camp offerings don’t end with SUMMERAMA; you can also sign the kids up for Clay Camp, Art of Wizardry, Superhero Training Academy, River Camp, Wilderness Camp and a variety of Sports Camps including: soccer, multi sports, total sports, gymnastics and more! Visit bristolrec.org.

YMCA CAMP GREYLOCK AT KINGSLAND BAY STATE PARK A co-ed day camp for kids entering 1st– 6th grade, Camp Greylock is an outdoor learning and adventure camp that takes full advantage of its Lake Champlain shoreline and

287 acres of green and wooded natural beauty. Greylock is located at Kingsland Bay State Park on Lake Champlain in Ferrisburgh.

There are eight 1-week sessions.

Greylock has been reimagined for 2017, with fewer campers each week and greater focus on nature and hands-on adventure. Archery, canoeing, swimming, building and cultivating a garden, nature-inspired art projects, and a Y counselor trained as a park interpreter are what await your child. Camp Greylock is a place where kids build skills, make friends and develop a sense of belonging. For more information, visit www.gbymca.org/youthdevelopment/camp/greylock/ or call 802-652-8139.

Addison Independent, Thursday, May 11, 2017 — PAGE 3B

County track athletes earn gold

Mud bowl

THE MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE women’s rugby team played its final match of the spring season Saturday against Dartmouth. Wind and rain played a part in the match, which was won by Dartmouth, 13-5. Rugby is the fastest growing women’s sport on campuses in the country.

CHITTENDEN COUNTY — Athletes from the Middlebury, Vergennes and Mount Abraham union high school track and field teams won events at recent meets held in Chittenden County.

On Monday, Commodore Sadie Kass raced to a win at 800 meters at a meet hosted by Colchester, finishing in 2:38.62.

Other Commodores who placed in the top three in Colchester on Monday were: • Girls’ 100-meter dash: 3. Megan Rooney.

• Boys’ 800: 2. Wade Mullin.

• Boys’ Shot put: 2. Brandon Cousino.

On Saturday, neither team sent full squads, but several Eagle and Tiger athletes competed at South Burlington’s 16-team Coaches vs. Cancer Twilight meet, and two — Mount Abe’s Emma Radler and Middlebury’s Isabel Olson — picked up victories. Radler won the pole vault at nine feet, six inches, and Olson prevailed at 1,500 meters in 5:22.76.

On May 3, Tiger athletes won 10 events at a four-team meet hosted by Essex High School. Josh Girard and

Chloe Kane each won twice, Henry Ganey and Ben Balparda won one event apiece, and MUHS relay teams claimed four victories.

Essex won boys’ and girls’ team title. The Hornet boys’ scored 122 points, with MUHS and Colchester tied for second at 67 and Winooski (6) trailing the field. The Hornet girls scored 159, with Colchester (64) and MUHS (46) trailing.

BOYS’ RESULTS Scoring points for the Tiger boys were: • 100 meters: 3. Damien Morris, 12.36.

• 200: 1. Balparda, 24.8; 3. Morris, 24.93.

• 400: 1. Girard, 55.57.

• 800: 1. Ganey, 2:05.28; 5.

Thomas Maron, 2:21.55.

• 1,500: 3. Julian Schmitt, 4:44.24.

• 3,000: 3. Schmitt, 10:46.61.

• 110 hurdles: 4. Matthew Lapiner, 22.41.

• 300 hurdles: 4. Garrett Troumbley, 49.92; 4. Matthew Ouellette, 52.61.

• 4X400: 1. 3:46.17 (Maron, Girard, Ganey, Morris).

• 4X800: 1. 8:52.78 (Maron, Schmitt, Jakub Kraus, Ganey).

• Long jump: 3. Girard, 17-10.5.

• Triple jump: 1. Girard, 36-5.

• Shot put: 2. Nanja Horning, 379.

• Discus: 4. Horning, 99-2.

• Javelin: 2. Horning, 115-7.

GIRLS’ RESULTS Scoring points with top-five finishes for local teams were: • 100: 1. Kane, 13.76; 3. Megan Townsend, 13.98.

• 200: 1. Kane, 28.21; 5.

Townsend, 29.73.

• 400: 3. Helen Anderson, 1:04.72.

• 800: 4. Ailey Bosworth, 2:44.69.

• 1,500: 4. Caroline Kimble, 5:27.86; 5. Olson, 5:29.22.

• 4X100 relay: 1. 54.20 (Kane, Kiana Plouffe, Trinity Bryant, Townsend).

• 4X400: 1. 4:28.67 (Anderson, Bosworth, Olson, Kimble).

• 4X800: 2. 10:25.78 (Anderson, Bosworth, Olson, Kimble).

• Long jump: 3. Plouffe (14-1.5).

• Shot put: 6. Emily Pottinger, 231.5.

• Discus: 3. Pottinger, 68-2.

Independent photos/Trent Campbell

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School sophomore Jesse Rubin defeated U-32’s Basil Hume Tuesday. The Tiger boys won the match, 4-3.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Lacrosse (Continued from Page 1B) three goals and 10 ground balls, Jalen Cook scored twice and helped the Commodores win many draws, and Leah Croke added a goal. Commodore goalies Siobhan Eagan

(five stops) and Ciara McClay (six) combined for 11 saves.

The Commodores were scheduled to host U-32 on Wednesday.

EAGLE BOYS On Tuesday, defending D-II cham-

pion Burlington defeated the D-III Eagles, 12-3. Owein LaBarr scored all three goals for the 2-4 Eagles, and goalie Patrick Davison stopped 12 shots. Two Seahorse goalies made a save apiece.

Girls’ tennis (Continued from Page 1B) Keathley (M) defeated Addi Hannon (U) 6-0, 6-3.

• At No. 4 singles, Javi Hormasabal-Proquett (U) defeated Amelia Ingersoll (M) 6-4, 6-3.

• At No. 5 singles, Tasha Hescock (M) defeated Eva Jessup (U) 6-4, 6-3.

• At No. 1 doubles, Abi Brewer/ Grace Dellinger-Page (U) defeated Monroe Cromis/Nora Draper (M) 6-3, 6-1.

• At No. 2 doubles, Calista Carl/

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Girls Lacrosse 5/11 CVU at MUHS.........................4:30 p.m.

5/13 VUHS at Harwood.....................11 a.m.

5/15 VUHS at Colchester...............4:30 p.m.

5/16 MUHS at Burlington................4:30 p.m.

5/17 VUHS at Randolph.................4:30 p.m.

5/19 Essex at MUHS......................4:30 p.m.

Boys’ Lacrosse 5/11 Stratton at OV ........................4:30 p.m.

5/12 MUHS at Essex...........................4 p.m.

5/13 Mt. Abe at Lamoille....................11 a.m.

5/15 MUHS at Woodstock...................4 p.m.

5/15 Mt. Abe at OV..............................4 p.m.

5/16 Harwood at Mt. Abe.....................4 p.m.

5/17 Mt. Mansfield at MUHS................4 p.m.

5/17 Rutland at OV..............................4 p.m.

5/18 Mt. Abe at Rice............................4 p.m.

5/19 OV at Montpelier..........................4 p.m.

5/20 U-32 at Mt. Abe..........................10 a.m.

5/20 MUHS at CVU........................... 11 a.m.

Softball 5/11 Missisquoi at Mt. Abe..............4:30 p.m.

5/11 VUHS at St. Albans.................4:30 p.m.

5/11 Milton at MUHS.......................4:30 p.m.

5/12 North Country at MUHS..........4:30 p.m.

5/12 Bellows Falls at OV................4:30 p.m.

5/13 Colchester at Mt. Abe.............4:30 p.m.

5/15 Rutland at OV.........................4:30 p.m.

5/16 VUHS at Missisquoi................4:30 p.m.

5/16 Mt. Abe at CVU.......................4:30 p.m.

5/17 Rutland at Windsor.................4:30 p.m.

5/17 MUHS at St. Johnsbury..........4:30 p.m.

5/18 Colchester at VUHS...............4:30 p.m.

5/18 Milton at Mt. Abe.....................4:30 p.m.

5/18 MUHS at Spaulding................4:30 p.m.

5/19 OV at Mt. Anthony..................4:30 p.m.

(Continued from Page 1B) pretty hard. And they’re learning. So I’m happy with it. And they’re a nice team. They all get along really well.

We’re having fun.”

In contested matches on Tuesday: • At No. 1 singles, Wilson Knight (U) defeated Owen Hammel (M) 6-2, 6-2.

• At No. 2 singles, Jesse Rubin (M) defeated Basil Hume (U) 6-1, 0-6, 12-10.

• At No. 3 singles, Owen Mika-Smith (U) defeated Ronan Howlett (M) 7-6, 7-5.

• At No. 4 singles, Gavin Deiss (U) defeated Alex Marohnic (M) 6-1, 6-3.

• At No. 1 doubles, Hunter

Hattie Lindert (M) defeated Madison Roberge/Ana Young (U) 6-3, 6-2.

Last week, the Tigers won at Harwood, 5-2, on Thursday, but lost at home to BFA-St. Albans, 5-2, on Saturday.

At No. 1, Wulfman won both her matches, both in three sets, winning tiebreakers each time.

Tiger No. 1 doubles teams also won twice. On Thursday, Cromis and Ingersoll won in straight sets, and on Saturday Ingersoll teamed up with Draper to win in a tiebreaker af-

ter splitting two sets.

At No. 2. Keathley won on Thursday in straight sets, but came up short vs. BFA, as did Barnicle at No. 3.

At No. 4 Carl lost in a third-set tiebreaker on Thursday, and Cromis lost in straight sets on Saturday.

At No. 5 Draper lost on Thursday, and Carl lost on Saturday.

In second doubles, Hescock and Megi Hoxha won in straight sets vs.

Harwood and lost in similar fashion vs. BFA.

Softball

5/20 South Burlington at Mt. Abe....4:30 p.m.

5/20 Essex at VUHS.......................4:30 p.m.

5/20 Missisquoi at MUHS..................11 a.m.

Baseball 5/11 Missisquoi at Mt. Abe..............4:30 p.m.

5/11 VUHS at St. Albans.................4:30 p.m.

5/11 Milton at MUHS.......................4:30 p.m.

5/12 Bellows Falls at OV................4:30 p.m.

5/12 North Country at MUHS..........4:30 p.m.

5/13 Colchester at Mt. Abe.............4:30 p.m.

5/9 MUHS Girls at U-32..................3:30 p.m.

5/11 Spaulding at MUHS Girls........3:30 p.m.

5/11 MUHS Boys at Spaulding.......3:30 p.m.

5/12 MUHS Girls at Montpelier.......3:30 p.m.

5/12 Montpelier at MUHS Boys......3:30 p.m.

5/15 OV at Springfield....................4:30 p.m.

5/16 VUHS at Missisquoi................4:30 p.m.

5/16 Mt. Abe at CVU.......................4:30 p.m.

5/17 OV at Hartford.............................7 p.m.

5/17 MUHS at St. Johnsbury..........4:30 p.m.

5/18 Colchester at VUHS...............4:30 p.m.

5/18 Milton at Mt. Abe.....................4:30 p.m.

5/18 MUHS at Spaulding................4:30 p.m.

5/19 OV at Bellows Falls................4:30 p.m.

5/20 South Burlington at Mt. Abe....4:30 p.m.

5/20 Essex at VUHS.......................4:30 p.m.

5/20 Missisquoi at MUHS..................11 a.m.

Tennis 5/11 Spaulding at MUHS Girls........3:30 p.m.

5/11 MUHS Boys at Spaulding.......3:30 p.m.

5/12 Montpelier at MUHS Boys......3:30 p.m.

5/12 MUHS Girls at Montpelier.......3:30 p.m.

5/15 MUHS Girls at L. Region........3:30 p.m.

5/15 L. Region at MUHS Boys........3:30 p.m.

5/17 N. Country at MUHS Boys......3:30 p.m.

5/17 MUHS Girls at N. Country......3:30 p.m.

5/19 Harwood at MUHS Boys.........3:30 p.m.

5/19 MUHS Girls at Harwood.........3:30 p.m.

COLLEGE SPORTS

Women’s Lacrosse NCAA D-III Tournament 5/13 Plymouth at Midd.........................1 p.m.

5/14 Midd./Plymouth vs. Colby............1 p.m.

Baseball 5/12-14........... NESCAC Final Four at Colby Late events occurred after deadline. Spectators are advised to consult school websites for the latest schedule updates.

(Continued from Page 1B) runs with two hits; Erika Tracey, who plated three runs with two hits; and Genysis Berube and Savannah Earley, who each picked up two hits and an RBI. Ruby Ball earned her first varsity win with 5.2 innings of scoreless relief. She struck out seven and allowed three walks and four hits.

On Tuesday, visiting North Country (8-1) dealt the Eagles their first loss, as Falcon pitcher Kylie Wright tossed a three-hitter in NCU’s 3-0

Schedule (Continued from Page 1B)

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TIGER SENIOR RONAN Howlett lost a very close No. 3 singles match to U-32’s Owen Mika-Smith Tuesday, but the Tiger boys’ team won the match, 4-3.

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Munteanu/Spencer Doran (M) defeated Jack Morris/Calen Kirkpatrick (U) 6-4, 6-4.

In the two matches late last week, at No. 1 McCarty won both of his matches in straight sets, as did Rubin at No. 3. Also winning twice was Kiernan and Daly at No. 2 doubles, in straight sets on Saturday and in three

sets vs. Harwood.

Hammel split his matches at No. 2, winning vs. BFA and losing vs. Harwood, as did Howlett at No. 4. No. 5 Doran lost at Harwood and picked up a forfeit win on Saturday.

The No. 1 Tiger doubles team of Munteanu and Marohnic dropped both matches.

win. Mount Abe is 7-1 and maintains a big lead in the Division II standings.

COMMODORES On Tuesday, visiting Champlain Valley topped VUHS, 13-4. Xzavia Berry walked three times and scored

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25 Yrs Experience 60’ bucket truck wood chipper available Fully Insured Free Estimates

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• septic & water • siding • stamps • storage • surveying • trailers/transport

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Celebrating 31 Years

Environmental Consultants – Licensed Designers Steve Revell CPG, LD#178 BW Jeremy Revell LD#611 BW • Tyler Maynard LD#597 B • Water Supply - Location, Development and Permitting • On-Site Wastewater Design • Single & Multiple Lot Subdivision • Property Development & Permitting • State and Local Permitting • Underground Storage Tank Removal & Assessment Toll-Free: 800-477-4384

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135 S. Pleasant St., Middlebury, VT 388-3511 ssi@sover.net

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PHARMACY TECHNICIANS in Training and SHIFT SUPERVISORS RITE AID, one of the nation’s leading retail drugstore chains, is looking for responsible individuals to fill these full time and part time positions in the local area. Applicants must be able to work days, nights and weekends.

Experience preferred but will train appropriate candidate

Help Wanted

Senior Administrative Assistant Vermont Coffee Company is growing, and we need skilled administrative help.

Every day is different, and every challenge unique.

FAMILY LUMBER OPERATION

Seeks To Fill The Following Positions: MACHINERY OPERATOR for skilled mill positions due to employee retirement. Must be in good physical condition with good math skills, very reliable, have a strong safety awareness and work well with others.

An ambition to learn and tolerance of heat and cold are important.

The most challenging jobs such as sawing and grading take years to learn well and pay well for the skilled work. Mill work has a production bonus.

SKILLED FORKLIFT OPERATOR to run large forklifts at our operation in Bristol. Other work includes light construction, planing, lumber stacking. Must be very reliable, energetic, work well with others and have good safety awareness. Previous experience operating heavy machinery is a plus.

Call 802-453-4884 or visit The A. Johnson Co., 995 S 116 Rd, Bristol VT 05443 for an application.

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RITE AID is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Email your resume and cover letter to: friends@VermontCoffeeCompany.com No calls or walk-ins, please.

Because we are a sensory company, we cannot employ smokers.

Help Wanted

JOB OPPORTUNITY SERVICE TECHNICIAN WANTED Yandow Sales & Service North Ferrisburg, VT Due to an overwhelming service business this year, we are interested in adding an additional service tech to our service department. Previous mechanical experience in small engines and other, have own tools, and a good team player, a must. Pay negotiable based on experience also! Contact Richard Yandow at 802 425-2131 to set up an interview. Resumes and references may also be emailed to ryandow@yandowsalesandservice.com

TELLER, Part-Time Main Office, Middlebury National Bank of Middlebury has a part-time teller position available. The ideal candidate must be committed to providing quality customer service and superior teamwork. A positive attitude is essential, flexibility a plus. Cash handling experience desirable.

Approximately 24 hours per week Mon: 9:00 – 4:00 (6.50) Tues: OFF Wed: 9:00 – 3:00 (5.50) Thurs: 9:00 – 3:00 (5.50) Fri: 9:00 – 4:00 (6.50) Saturdays on rotating basis Competitive benefit package Salary range begins @ $15.39 per hour

For a copy of the job description or questions, please contact Sandra Trombley (802) 388-4982 or email strombley@nbmvt.com.

Are you searching for a job?

Interested candidates can also apply online to the position in the careers section of our Company website, www.riteaid.com/ careers.

We are a great place to work (just ask anyone).

Every single person working here is the best, so you must be, too. We offer good pay and benefits, along with a lot of flexibility. We love crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and we play a highly competitive game of Yahtzee!

5 Carver St., Brandon 240 Court St., Middlebury 30 Main St., Middlebury 29 Green St., Vergennes 28 Main St., Bristol 140 Commerce St., Hinesburg

or

RITE AID

1 Prince Lane Bristol, Vt. 05443

The key attributes necessary are: friendly demeanor, numerical proficiency, systematic and organized, difficult to fluster, quality and service oriented, and a relentless pursuit of job completion.

If interested, please apply in person at:

Searching for someone to complete your team?

Please apply in person with your current resume or mail your resume to:

You will: Work with vendors who supply our inventory.

Support our employee benefits program.

Coordinate projects.

Schedule customer support activities.

Prepare and trace documents for our accounting system.

Help with communications to our growing network of Friends.

TRUCK DRIVER to replace an experienced employee who retired. Truck driving experience required and valid CDL. Summer and winter 60 plus hours; spring and fall 50 hours, and some maintenance work since hauling is slow during those times. Haul lumber and logs in a 75 mile radius around Bristol, VT. Wages based on experience and ability. A patient approach to driving is important. Please either send resume or visit the address below.

MAINTENANCE person to work on machinery in our mill, lumber sorters, planers and lumber drying kilns. There is a wide variety of work to do and many things to learn, particularly as machinery becomes more computerized. You must have maintenance or mechanical experience, have a strong commitment to safety and be interested in learning new skills. You must be physically fit and able to both lift and push/pull 50 pounds regularly throughout the day. Monday to Friday, about 50 hours per week.

Help Wanted

Deadline for applications: May 17th, 2017 EOE

CASELLA CONSTRUC‑ TION HAS AN immediate opening for a truck dis‑ patcher at our Pittsford, VT Transportation Division.

The dispatcher will sched‑ ule work, communicate with 40 drivers and opera‑ tors, perform nightly driver check in, collect paperwork, communicate maintenance issues and schedule 3rd party requests for work. The dispatcher starts work at 8:30 am and ends at 6:30 pm but must be available 24‑7 to accept off duty calls as emergencies occur. Candi‑ dates must have knowledge of DOT rules or background in the transportation indus‑ try. We offer competitive wages, health insurance, dental, 401k, paid vaca‑ tions and holidays. Email: jobs@casellainc.com to apply.

CASELLA CONSTRUC‑ TION INC. has an immediate opening for Transportation Operations Manager at our Pittsford, VT location. This is a new and dynamic posi‑ tion to support our growing transportation fleet of over 30 trucks. The success‑ ful candidate must have knowledge and experience in the transportation‑truck‑ ing industry. We offer com‑ petitive wages, healthcare, dental, 401k, paid vaca‑ tions and holidays. Email jobs@casellainc.com to apply.

For Rent

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CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT needed for HOPE’s warehouse. 29.5 hours per week. Duties will include answering the phone, assisting people making donations of goods for resale, clerical support to the manager, and coaching and completing paperwork for Reach Up participants.

Must have excellent com‑ munication skills, patience, ability to see the big picture while remaining on task, and excellent organization‑ al skills. Also the ability to stand for periods of time, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Cover letter and resume to receptionist@hope‑vt.org or mail to HOPE, P.O. Box 165, Middlebury, Vermont, 05753 att: Personnel.

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EXPERIENCED PART TIME cook. Weekends a must.

Noon to 8 pm. Inquire in per‑ son, Halfway House Restau‑ rant, Route 22A, Shoreham.

INTEGRATIVE NATURO‑ PATHIC MEDICAL office in Middlebury seeking an experienced medical office manager to join our growing practice. The ideal candidate will be friendly, well orga‑ nized, self‑motivated with a desire to improve day‑to‑day operations of our practice.

We offer a competitive sal‑ ary based on experience with room for growth as the practice grows. Please send a resume and cover letter to drmatthewperch@gmail. com.

PART OR FULL TIME, 2 po‑ sitions, convenience store.

802‑758‑2361.

PART TIME EMPLOY‑ MENT minimum 8 hour/ week position as Addison County Deputy Clerk in the Frank Mahady Courthouse in Middlebury. Minimum two 4‑hour shifts per week. No benefits. Call 388‑1966 for more information or email: addisoncountyclerk@gmail. com.

PART TIME HELP NEEDED immediately in Addison. Up to 20 hours/week. Includes weeding, mulching, pruning.

Plant knowledge/experience and references required. Re‑ spond to: pjfol@gmavt.net.

PART TIME POT WASHER needed. Otter Creek Bakery, Middlebury. 388‑3371.

PART TIME RECEPTION‑ IST wanted for busy human services organization. Mid‑ June through mid‑October, 2 to 3 afternoons a week. Must have excellent communica‑ tion skills, be able to manage a four‑line phone system, be skilled in the use of Mi‑ crosoft programs, and able to handle the unexpected.

Cover letter and resume to receptionist@hope‑vt.org, or mail to HOPE, P.O. Box 165, Middlebury, Vermont, 05753 att: Personnel.

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POSITION: SUMMER CONCESSION/SNACK BAR Location: Brandon/ Middlebury (Salisbury).

Mid June through Labor Day. Part time position available, $10/hr. Must have transportation. Email Auntjennysconcession@ gmail.com. Please include in your response; Name, phone number, email ad‑ dress, availability and a few sentences about yourself.

WHISTLEPIG CURRENTLY HIRING FOR full time bot‑ tler. Eye for detail and ac‑ curacy. Flexible duties and hours Monday‑Friday. Be able to stand on feet for 8 hours a day with unas‑ sisted lifting of 25 pounds.

Please send resume and 3 professional references to info@whistlepigrye.com.

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For Sale 1902 AND 1905, two Lozier boats built in Plattsburgh.

802‑363‑7429.

20 FOOT TANDEM EQUIP‑ MENT TRAILER 12,000 GVWR with spare. $3,000.

802‑462‑2816.

ADULT ELECTRIC TRI‑ CYCLE, like new. Retails for $2,200. Asking $600. Ray, 802‑453‑7850.

ANTIQUE DOUBLE BAR‑ REL ACME Arms Co. 12 gauge. Beautiful vintage fire‑ arm. $185. 802‑989‑5803.

ARTICAT 86‑89, 340 JAG, 440 JAG 500 El Tigre, 500 Pantera, 6000 El Tigre (mo‑ tor stuck), 340 Jag parts sled, 1 trailer‑ double. 2 Go‑Karts, new motors, 8 HP, good shape. 802‑324‑4237.

CEDAR POSTS for sale.

8 footers, no points.

802‑388‑4831.

THE BARREL MAN; plastic and metal barrels, 275 gallon food‑grade totes. 55 gallon plastic food‑grade barrels with spin‑on covers. Great for rain barrels. A barrel for every need. 802‑453‑4235.

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THE WORLDS FINEST road tandem. Santana Noventa.

Large frame and fork. Ask‑ ing $3,500. Call Brad at 802‑388‑0050.

VIRNIG HEAVY DUTY ROCK bucket grapple 84”. Quick attach, hydrau‑ lic cylinder clamps. Used only 3 hours. $3,500.

802‑236‑4266.

Vacation Rentals 2 BEDROOM SUMMER RENTAL. Enjoy Lake Dun‑ more in your own private camp. Hillside camp over‑ looking Lake Dunmore with 320’ private frontage.

Across from road on East side above Branbury State Park. Rental to one family, $6,000. for whole season.

Mostly furnished, with all appliances. Beautiful views, great swimming, sun deck and dock on water. Call 802‑352‑6678.

For Rent

Particularly on sites like Craigslist.

And it’s easier to break the law than you might think. You can’t say “no children” or “adults only.” There is lots you can’t say.

The federal government is watching for such discrimination.

Let us help you sift through the complexities of the Fair Housing Law. Stay legal. Stay on the right side of the nation’s Fair Housing Law. Call the Addison Independent at (802) 388-4944.

Talk to our sales professionals.

Find your next job right here in the

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THE BURLINGTON FREE PRESS is looking for reliable early morning risers with a valid driver’s license and car insurance to deliver our newspaper. Available routes are in North Ferrisburg and Shelburne. Deliveries are to be completed by 6 am Mon‑Sat and 7:30 on Sun‑ day. Earn an estimated profit of over $1,000 per month plus tips. This is a great way to earn extra money without interfering with your day job.

Please contact Monique at 802‑316‑7194 for more in‑ formation.

It’s against the law to discriminate when advertising housing.

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ADDISON: LAKE CHAM‑ PLAIN waterfront camp.

Beautiful views, gorgeous sunsets, private beach, dock, rowboat and canoe included. $600 weekly, or call for weekends.

802‑349‑4212.

For Rent 1,800 SQ. FT. WARE‑ HOUSE commercial space.

As is or renovate to suit.

Creek Road, Middlebury.

802‑558‑6092.

2 BR, 2BA CONDO, Middle‑ bury. Completely renovated.

1,440 sq.ft. with lots of storage. Private second floor, end unit. Nice deck, sunny location, view of the woods (Twin Circles), walk‑ ing distance to everything. $1,275/mo. heat, snow and trash removal, lawn care, washer/dryer included. No pets. Credit check, security, references required. Avail‑ able May 15. 802‑352‑4266.

A FRESHLY PAINTED ONE BEDROOM apart‑ ment. $900 month, heat and electricity included. No pets, no smoking. New Haven, 802‑453‑7117.

BRISTOL TWO AND THREE bedroom apart‑ ments. Garage, full base‑ ment, heat and lawn care.

802‑453‑2566.

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Ad‑ dison. Available storage space in my barn for sum‑ mer/winter storage. The barn is structurally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or run‑ ning water. The barn is also available for lease. The en‑ trance door measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

FOR RENT PRIME RETAIL space. 1,303 square feet.

Location, location. Front door parking. Good visibility.

Call Eric at 388‑6054.

LILAC KNOLL HOUSE at Park Village in Brandon.

Attractive 2 bedroom. Bright and sunny. $830.00. In‑ cludes heat and trash. Must be 55 or older. No pets. Call 802‑247‑0165.

M I D D L E B U RY ‑ T W O APARTMENTS available in the heart of town within walking distance to every‑ thing. Two bedroom and three bedroom available on June 1. Text only to 802‑373‑6456.

MIDDLEBURY 1 BED‑ ROOM apartment. Close to college. $800/month plus deposit. Some utilities in‑ cluded. 388‑0401.

MIDDLEBURY 3 BED‑ ROOM apartment on Court Street, fully furnished, all inclusive except internet/TV. Call 802‑388‑4831.

MIDDLEBURY OFFICE SPACE available next to Valley Voice on Exchange Street. $500. 802‑388‑4831.

MIDDLEBURY: 1/ONE BEDROOM, 2/two bed‑ rooms and 1 efficiency apartment. All recently reno‑ vated. No pets. Located on Court St. For more informa‑ tion call 802‑388‑4455.

NEW HAVEN, 2 BEDROOM upstairs apartment. Bright and spacious. Need 1st and last month’s rent. Price includes heat, electricity & rubbish removal. No pets, $1195 per month. Call 802‑453‑4037.

NEW HAVEN: BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, sunny apartment.

Garden space. No pets, no smoking. References, security deposit, lease. $875/month plus utilities.

802‑236‑2040.

For Sale

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Description: in excellent condition, 57k original miles, 5.3 Liter Vortec V8 Engine, $2600.

Call 802 551 1217.

For Rent

For Rent

ORWELL: SHARE A HOME with a woman who enjoys yoga, social causes, veg‑ etarian cooking, and dance. $400/mo, could be reduced in summer in exchange for gardening help. Shared kitchen. 802‑863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO.

WEST ADDISON: 2 STORY, furnished house on lake‑ front. Washer, dryer. No smoking. Available Septem‑ ber through May. $1,000/ month. 860‑878‑9580.

ROOM FOR RENT shared bathroom. Shared kitch‑ en. $112.50 per week.

802‑877‑9237.

CLICK, CALL & SAVE‑ Green & Ready‑2‑Burn seasoned & kiln‑dried 16” split hardwood; free local deliveries; small orders OK; easy ordering ‑ Click: w w w. M I D D M E N . c o m ; Call: 1‑844‑KILNDRIED or 1‑855‑MIDDMEN.

SHOREHAM: SHARE A UNIQUE spacious country home, 25 minutes to Middle‑ bury, with professional in his 40s interested in cook‑ ing, NPR, reading, hiking. $400 plus utilities. Shared bath. A pet would be con‑ sidered. 802‑863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO. STOREFRONT LOCATION, LOCATION LOCATION. In the heart of downtown.

Approved for seating for 24. Plenty of parking, lots of opportunities. Available September 1. Text only to 802‑373‑6456.

SUGARWOOD APART‑ MENTS is currently accept‑ ing applications for 2, 3 and 4 BR apartments in Middlebury. All income/as‑ sets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent.

NP/NS. W/D hook‑ups. Call 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website www.summitpmg. com. Equal Housing Op‑ portunity.

THE ADDISON COUNTY COMMUNITY Trust is up‑ dating the waiting lists for the Creek View Apartments located in Vergennes, Ver‑ mont. Apartments include one and two bedroom units.

Rents are $755 and $880, respectively, all utilities in‑ cluded; Rental Assistance may be available. Income restrictions apply. Acces‑ sible units available. For more information, please call 802‑877‑3749. TDD 771. Equal Housing Op‑ portunity.

THE ADDISON COUNTY COMMUNITY Trust is up‑ dating the waiting lists for the Smallest City Apart‑ ments located in Vergennes, Vermont. Apartments in‑ clude one, two, and three bedroom units. Rents are $820, $928, $1,061, respec‑ tively; Rental Assistance is available. Income restric‑ tions apply. Accessible units available. For more information, please call 802‑877‑3749. TDD 771.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

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METCALFE FIRE‑ WOOD‑QUALITY and clean hardwood for sale. $225/ cord. Call 802‑989‑8180 or email metcalfefirewood@ gmail.com for questions and delivery.

Real Estate NEW 2017 ENERGY STAR display models. Modular, double and single wides.

Open 7 days a week. Up to $27,500 down payment assistance available on new homes if you qualify.

FactoryDirectHomesofVT. com. 600 Rte. 7 Pitts‑ ford, VT. 1‑802‑773‑2555. tflanders@beanshomes. com.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Only three lots remain in the Daisy Lane Residen‑ tial Development. One is a beautiful wooded 1 1/4 acre with a small year round stream. Lots are supported with village water and ap‑ proved for simple in‑ground septic. Located in East Mid‑ dlebury, just 15‑20 minutes from the Snow Bowl, 2 golf courses and beautiful Lake Dunmore. 802‑388‑2502 or 802‑388‑7350.

Att. Farmers FIRST CUT HAY for sale.

Small square bales. Call 802‑349‑9281.

W H I T N E Y ’ S C U S TO M FARM WORK. Pond agi‑ tating, liquid manure haul‑ ing, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462‑2755, John Whitney.

Boats EVINRUDE 4HP OUT‑ BOARD motor. Looks and runs like new. Senior citizen owned for fishing. $450. OBO. Can hear run.

802‑453‑4235.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer special‑ izing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collectibles, etc. Visit www. bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802‑272‑7527. Con‑ sulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.

Our

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Brandon man recalls his father in his 1928 Willys Whippet

By SANFORD ROUSE

I was also born in May 1928. Seen here is my foster grandfather Jonas Birchard standing beside his Whippet sedan, which was also a vintage 1928.

There were only 500 Whippet cars manufactured by the Willys company back then. The car was only geared up to do 55 mph. Notice the wooden spokes in the wheels of the tires.

The photo was taken at East Shoreham Railroad Station. I think the tall man beside Jonas Birchard is Gene Platt, the station agent.

Our father, William Rouse, drove this car several times with my brother Charlie Rouse and myself at different times, too. I remember coming to Brandon years ago to shop at variety stores.

Editor’s note: Sanford Rouse is a Brandon resident.

SANFORD ROUSE OF Brandon submit‑ ted this photo of his foster grandfather Jo‑ nas Birchard, right, and his 1928 Whippet car at the Shoreham Railroad Station.

Monkton The Monkton Friends Methodist Church annual Plant and Bake Sale will be held on May 20th starting at 9 a.m. It will last until 1:00 p.m. or until all customers are done shopping!

Come and select from a wide variety

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Call Liz Pecor at 453-2180 NEWS

of perennials, which will be hardy for the Vermont area because they are donated from local gardens. You will be able to enjoy a wonderful bounty of pastries, desserts, baked beans, rhubarb and more at the bake sale in

the lower part of the church.

Don’t miss this opportunity to shop local, see and visit with friends and support the Monkton church. If you have any questions, call Marilyn at 453-5192. If you have some plants

Public Notices Index

Public notices for the following can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on Pages 8B & 9B Addison (1) Addison Co. Court House (1)

Addison Northwest Supervisory Union – Addison, Panton, Vergennes, Waltham (1)

PROBATE DIVISION DOCKET NO. 436-10-16 ANPR STATE OF VERMONT DISTRICT OF ADDISON, SS.

Addison Northeast Supervisory Union is requesting proposals from vendors wishing to provide contracted instructional services for special education for the 2017-2018 school year. This annual procedure is instituted for the purposes of complying with federal guidelines for the use of grant funds often applied to services. Contract proposals are sought for the following services: -Occupational Therapy -Physical Therapy -Psychological Services -Transportation Services -Communication services -IEP/Medicaid Case Management Systems Sealed proposals must be mailed or delivered to Susan Bruhl, Director of Student Support Services, ANESU, 72 Munsil Ave, Bristol, VT 05443 no later than 4PM, 5/15/17.

Copies of the RFP may be obtained on our website at www.anesu.org and at the Office of the Superintendent at the above address between 8AM and 4PM, M-F before 5/15.

Period of Contract: 7/1/17 – 6/30/18

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IN RE THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA A. BAXTER NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of the estate of Patricia A. Baxter late of Waltham, Vermont.

I have been appointed to administer this estate. All creditors having claims against the decedent or the estate must present their claims in writing within four (4) months of the first publication of this notice. The claim must be presented to me at the address listed below with a copy sent to the court. The claim may be barred forever if it is not presented within the four (4) month period.

Dated: May 8, 2017 Kevin M. Henry, Administrator Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer, PC P.O. Box 1489 Burlington, VT 05402-1489 (802) 864-0880 Name of Publication: Addison Independent Publication Date: May 11, 2017 Address of Probate Court: Addison Probate Court, 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, VT 05753 5/11

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PROPOSED STATE RULES By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record.

The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at https://secure.vermont. gov/SOS/rules/ . The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having at least 25 members.

To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible.

To obtain further information concerning any scheduled hearing(s), obtain copies of proposed rule(s) or submit comments regarding proposed rule(s), please call or write the contact person listed below. You may also submit comments in writing to the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (802-828-2231).

VOSHA Rule: 29 CFR 1904, Updates and Improvements in Recordkeeping.

Vermont Proposed Rule: 17P013 AGENCY: Dept. of Labor CONCISE SUMMARY: This rule amends OSHA’s recordkeeping regulations to add requirements for the annual electronic submission of injury and illness information employers are already required to keep under part 1904. First, the rule requires establishments with 250 or more employees to submit information from their part 1904 recordkeeping forms (Forms 300, 300A, and 301) to OSHA or OSHA’s designee.

Second, the final rule requires establishments with 20 or more employees, but fewer than 250 employees, in certain designated industries, to submit information from their part 1904 annual summary (Form 300A) to OSHA or OSHA’s designee. Third, the rule requires, upon notification, employers to electronically submit information from part 1904 recordkeeping forms to OSHA or OSHA’s designee. This rule further amends this standard, to require employers to inform employees of their right to report work related injuries and illnesses and incorporates the existing statutory prohibition on retaliating against employees for reporting.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Daniel A. Whipple Vermont Department of Labor PO Box 488 Montpelier, VT 05601-0488 Tel: 802-828-5084 Fax: 802-8280408 Email: dan.whipple@vermont.gov URL: http://labor.vermont.gov/vosha/lawsregulations/.

FOR COPIES: H. Leslie Burns Vermont Department of Labor PO Box 488 Montpelier, VT 05601-0488 Tel: 802-828-5085 Fax: 802-828-0408 Email: Les.burns@vermont.gov.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Full Passport Service Addison County Courthouse

Addison Co. Probate Court (1) Cornwall Central Cemetery As‑ soc. (1) Addison Northeast Supervi‑ sory Union – Bristol, Lin‑ New Haven (1) coln, Monkton, New Haven, Vermont Gas Systems (1) Starksboro (1) Vermont Secretary of State (1) ADDISON NORTHEAST SUPERVISORY UNION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

you would like to donate there is still time to do so, or if you would like to donate something homemade for the food sale, call Marilyn for details.

Have a Monkton news tip? Call Liz at 453-2180

The Addison County Clerk is available to accept passport applications and provide passport photos.

REGULAR HOURS Monday – Friday 9am to 1pm Appointments appreciated, but not necessary.

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TOWN OF NEW HAVEN INVITATION TO BID

78 North Street New Haven, Vermont 05472 (802) 453 – 3516 The Town of New Haven is now accepting bids for a three (3) year contract for roadside mowing. Roadsides will be mowed two separate times during the summer season as follows: First mowing will be 2 passes; the second mowing will be done with a minimum of 8 feet with a boom or over the rail system to get behind guardrails and partial tree canopy if necessary. Mowing is at the direction of the Road Commissioner, using your own equipment. Proof of insurance provided to the Selectboard. For more information, please call the Road Commissioner @ 802 – 316 – 6125.

Please submit your sealed bid to the Town of New Haven by 4:30 on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. All bids are subject to approval by the Selectboard, who reserve the right to reject any and all bids.

5/11, 5/18, 5/25

WARNING ADDISON TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT

The legal voters of the Addison Town School District are hereby notified and warned to meet at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at the Addison Central School to transact the following business: Article 1. To elect a Moderator.

Article 2. To elect a Clerk.

Article 3. To hear the report of the Town School District officers and take action thereon.

Article 4. To transact any other business proper to come before said meeting.

Dated at Addison, Vermont this 19th day of April, 2017.

Robert Hunt, Chair Addison Board of School Directors 5/11

CORNWALL CENTRAL CEMETERY ASSOCIATION PUBLIC NOTICE Cornwall Central Cemetery Association Annual Meeting Public Notice. The officers and all persons interested in the Cornwall Central Cemetery are hereby Warned to meet at the Cornwall Congregational Church on Tuesday, May 16th at 7PM. For more information call 802-324-9499.

5/4, 5/8, 5/11, 5/15

Vergennes is scheduled to receive natural gas in 2017. As part of our commitment to safety, service teams will be out inspecting sewer lines in many neighborhoods this summer ahead of construction. We are excited to be a part of your community. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or concerns you may have: www.VermontGas.com or 800-639-8081

ADDISON NORTHWEST BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS

The following schedule of the Board of School Directors’ meetings is announced for the month of May, 2017.

ADDISON NORTHWEST SUPERVISORY UNION Friday, May 5 7:30 a.m.

Vergennes Union High School Board Facilities Committee Meeting at VUHS Thursday, May 11 6:30 p.m.

Ferrisburgh Central School Board Regular Board Meeting at the school Monday, May 15 6:00 p.m.

Vergennes Union Elementary School Board Regular Board Meeting in the VUES Library Thursday, May 25 6:30 p.m.

Addison Central School Board Annual Meeting at the school 6:45 p.m.

Addison Central School Board Regular Board Meeting at the school ADDISON NORTHWEST SCHOOL DISTRICT Friday, May 12 9:00 a.m.

Negotiations Subcommittee Meeting In the ANWSU Conference Room Tuesday, May 16 6:00 p.m.

Community Engagement Subcommittee Meeting at the Bixby Library Wednesday, May 17 6:00 p.m.

Policy Subcommittee Meeting In the VUHS Main Hall Conference Room Monday, May 22 6:00 p.m.

Negotiations Subcommittee Meeting with Addison Northwest Support Staff Association in the ANWSU Conference Room Wednesday, May 31 6:00 p.m.

ANWSD Board Meeting In the VUHS Library The purpose of each meeting is to transact regular business, including a review of 5/4, 5/8, 5/11 correspondence,

Addison Independent, Thursday, May 11, 2017 — PAGE 9B

Cleanup crews busy after wind storm

Vergennes Police Log VERGENNES — In the final week of April and the first week of May, Vergennes police handled incidents including vandalism, theft of a rototiller, car accidents, several quarrels, attempted fraud, driving under the influence of alcohol, parking problems, a possible case of child abuse, and an injured cyclist.

Between April 24 and May 7, Vergennes police: • On April 24 investigated vandalism to an SUV parked at Northlands Job Corps; police said eggs were thrown on its roof.

• On April 24 spoke to a man who was reported to be looking in home windows while walking his dog in the First Street area; the man denied doing so, but police warned him to stay on sidewalks.

• On April 24 took a call from a man who said he had left a wallet on the hood of a vehicle and then drove on Comfort Hill; police advised him to cancel checks and credit cards and asked public works employees to keep an eye out for it.

• On April 24 checked in on a Hillside Drive apartment where a resident had left a faucet running while in the unit, and it had flooded a neighboring unit. Police said the resident did not seem impaired, although they returned later that night because she burned herself with hot oil and needed medical attention.

• On April 24 talked with post office officials and Northlands security about the possible theft of prescription drugs that had been mailed to a student.

• On April 25 delivered a death notice to a city resident on behalf of Shelburne police.

• On April 27 backed up Vermont State Police at a DUI case on Sand Road in Ferrisburgh.

• On April 27 helped the Vergennes Area Rescue Squad at a Main Street call.

• On April 28 looked unsuccessfully for kids reported to be crossing West Main Street on ATVs. • On April 28 investigated the theft of a $250 rototiller from a West Main Street yard; police are trying to reach a man who had contacted the owner about buying it.

• On April 28 went to the John Graham Shelter to help calm two arguing residents. Police said staff had calmed the situation by the time they arrived, but another incident flared up before they left: A drunken

resident started badmouthing staff and residents to another resident. Because she was in violation of the center’s sobriety policy, staff arranged a motel stay for the resident, and police backed them up during the incident.

• On April 29 helped VARS at a Northlands call.

• On West Main Street helped load a dog that had been struck and killed into its owner’s car on May 1.

• On May 1 responded to the Shaw’s Supermarket parking lot, where a car window had been broken by debris kicked up by a weed whacker.

• On May 1 took a report from a woman that she had been pursuing a home rental on Main Street but became suspicious when asked to wire money to a Walmart for a deposit. She told police she learned the property was not for rent and then reported the fraud. Police received no answer at a phone number she provided.

• On May 1 helped state police by responding to help a woman who had a flat tire and was trying to change it in traffic at the intersection of Routes 7 and 22A. • On May 2 alerted Department of Motor Vehicles personnel about a truck headed northbound on Route 22A from Addison, and DMV stopped the truck for an inspection in Vergennes.

• On May 2 dealt with a minor two-car crash at the intersection of Main and South Water streets.

• On May 2 calmed a dispute about a Main Street parking spot and warned a visitor to an apartment building to respect the parking rules.

• On May 2 sent the department K-9 unit to a Ferrisburgh home to find a 14-year-old who had bolted from her home without permission; the team traced her to a camper in the home’s yard.

• On May 3 heard from a resident that she and her friends had received suspicious texts from an unknown caller offering jobs; police called the number but no one answered.

• On May 3 went to the Snake Mountain area to help state police find a missing person. Police said he was found and received drug citations from VSP after heroin was found in his car.

• On May 4 helped VARS at a North Street call.

• On May 4 helped state police by checking the welfare of a possibly

Two men cited for heroin possession by state police ADDISON COUNTY — Vermont State Police cited two county men for possession of heroin in separate incidents this past week.

First, on May 3 at around 9:20 p.m., state police received a call from Middlebury Regional EMS requesting assistance with an unresponsive man, who was found unresponsive in his parked vehicle near the Snake Mountain trail head on Mountain Road in Addison. They identified the man as Japheth Kehoe, 33, of Bridport.

Upon arrival of state police, Middlebury rescue told troopers that Kehoe was now awake and alert after they had administered Narcan, the overdose antidote, to Kehoe.

Police report that their investigation showed that Kehoe had used heroin that Wednesday, and after Kehoe consented to a search of his vehicle, police said they found more heroin.

After medical staff cleared him, police arrested Kehoe for possession of heroin and transported to the New Haven state police barracks for processing.

Kehoe was released after being cited for possession and ticketed for several civil violations: driving with a suspended license, having plates not assigned to the vehicle, no insurance, and an inspection sticker not assigned to the vehicle as well as the inspection being expired.

Separately, on this past Sunday, May 7, at approximately 6:39 p.m. hours, a caller alerted state police to a man who appeared to be passed out inside his vehicle parked in a pull off on Munger Street in New Haven.

Before troopers got there, the Bristol Rescue Squad arrived and rescue personnel told police that the man was acting strangely and trying to leave.

When state police arrived on the scene, the rescue staff told them that the man, identified as 36-year-old Benjamin Broughton of Bristol, was showing signs indicative of opiate usage.

Broughton granted consent for troopers to search his vehicle, and police say they found evidence of heroin usage.

Broughton was cleared on scene by medical staff, arrested for possession of heroin and transported to the New Haven state police barracks for processing.

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Police also cited Broughton for a civil violation of driving with a suspended license.

In other recent activity, troopers: • On May 2 at 6:30 a.m. responded to a one-car crash on West River Road east of Forge Hill Road in Lincoln.

The driver wasn’t with the car with police arrived, but they found him at his residence. Police say they determined that Nicholas Jennings, 35, of Lincoln was driving a 1999 Volvo V70 eastbound on West River Road in the rain when he drove off the roadway and collided with the guardrail on an embankment. This caused the vehicle to roll over on the passenger side causing damage.

The vehicle was later towed from the scene. Jennings was unhurt. Police said neither alcohol nor drugs were factors in the collision. State police were assisted by the Lincoln Fire Department and rescue squad.

• On May 5 at a little before 10 p.m. were called to a three-vehicle crash on Route 2A in Williston; a Bristol woman was involved.

Police report that Taylor Grenier, 22, of Bristol was driving a 2015 Toyota on Route 2A and stopped when the car in front of her stopped to turn left. An Essex 17-year-old driving a MiniCooper failed to see that the cars in front of her had stopped and she rear-ended Grenier’s Toyota, causing significant damage to Grenier’s car and totally demolishing her own. The Toyota in the middle was pushed forward into the first car in the line and struck it, as well.

All of the drivers were evaluated at the scene and released without injuries. The cause of the crash is still under investigation but is believed to be driver inattention.

• On May 8 at approximately 6:30 p.m. checked a report of a family fight on Silver Street in Monkton. It was reported that one man, identified as Robert LaRock, 58, of Monkton, had left the scene in his vehicle. State police located LaRock and cited him for driving under the influence of alcohol.

suicidal person on Lower Notch Road in Bristol; the person was found to be OK. • On May 4 ordered moved a vehicle that was parked near the John Graham Shelter and partially blocking traffic.

• On May 4 helped Chittenden County Superior Court by serving a subpoena on a city resident.

• On May 5 checked the welfare of a woman found unresponsive in a car in Falls Park. She woke up when police opened the car door and admitted heroin use, but police let her go because there were no drugs in the car.

• On May 5 ordered delivery trucks moved that were blocking South Water Street traffic.

• On May 5 handled a one-car accident on Main Street; police said a car parked at Small City Market popped out of gear, rolled down the hill and struck a utility pole, doing enough damage that it had to be towed.

• On May 6 took a report of a fender-bender in the Aubuchon Hardware parking lot.

• On May 6 cited Matthew Trueheart, 28, of Ferrisburgh for DUI and failing to stop for a red light; police allege his evidentiary test showed a blood-alcohol content of 0.055, below the legal limit of 0.08, but it was taken some time after he was stopped.

• On May 7 were told by a Hillside Drive apartment resident that a parent had been overheard threatening to hit a child again. The parent said the child had been disciplined, but not struck. Police reported the incident to the Department for Children and Families.

• On May 7 responded along with VARS to the intersection of Main Street and Macdonough Drive, where a cyclist had struck a curb and been thrown off the bicycle and into a stop sign. VARS took the victim to Porter Hospital for treatment.

MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury police and cleanup crews were kept busy on Friday, May 5, contending with damage caused by a powerful, windy storm.

They directed traffic while power while crews removed some downed power lines on East Main Street.

They also responded to a report of a downed tree near the intersection of Case Street and Cady Road that day.

Police said a related storm had also damaged some power lines at the same location.

Officers also came upon a tree that had fallen across Case Street and had struck a vehicle. Police said no one was injured in that mishap.

In other action last week, Middlebury police: • Provided traffic control while crews removed a downed tree on Case Street on May 1.

• Responded to a dog-related noise complaint on Newton Lane on May 1.

• Helped Porter Hospital officials on May 2 with a man who had been discharged from care, but who was refusing to leave. Police took the man to the local warming shelter.

• Responded to a report of a vehicle leaving the scene of an accident on Charles Avenue on May 2.

• Helped Porter Hospital Emergency Department staff with an out-of-control patient on May 3.

• Responded, with Middlebury Regional EMS officials, to a report of an out-of-control student at the Champlain Valley Academy on May 3. Police said the youth was taken to Porter Hospital.

• Investigated a report of a man suspiciously watching children at the Middlebury Recreation Park on May 3. Police said the man was watching kids play tennis.

• Checked on a man who had posted a suicide-related message on Facebook on May 4. Police said the man was OK and agreed to receive counseling.

• Responded to a report of a noisy

PUBLIC AUCTION JCT. ROUTES 22A & 125 • BRIDPORT, VERMONT Thursday Evening – MAY 18 5:00 P.M. 5:00 P.M. 5:00 P.M. We have been commissioned to sell the personal property of two area residents who are moving out of state, along with other items.

The following will be sold….

Early Chippendale mirror – pair of early small deep gold frame silhouette – 6’ early Mammy bench – blanket chest – early cradle – cherry dining room table w/4 chairs – stamp albums – 1-drawer wash stand – early 1761 Bible box – brass desk lamp – Blue decorated jugs and crocks – Reverse glass door curved china cabinet – buttons – deep walnut frames – braided and hooked rugs – Misc. sterling – chests by Stickley, Bassett, Ethan Allen – snow shoes and sleds – Griswold ironware and others – brass pushup candle holders – candle stand – book press – maple wing stand chair – Waterfowl Birds – Jim Bushey cat painting – needlepoint stools – early umbrella holder in old red – 14 pc. German canister set – Lusterware, Canton glass, Stengel ware – nest of Pyrex mixing bowls – Bennington pottery – several electrified oil lamps – copper ware – lg. trencher – baskets – iron buddha – early 1-drawer table – pocket watches – early wicker baby carriage – costume jewelry – Ethan Allen end tables – old iron telescope – Fairfield Brown floral sofa – Ethan Allen Blue Sofa – Green Hide-a-bed sofa – early Windsor arm chairs – early rocking Horse – Ethan Allen Cedar Chest – brass bed warmer – 4 vol. Abe Lincoln War Years by Sandburg – children books and others – Wooden floral arrangements by Doris Stauble – child’s tin tea set – Hat boxes – paper lot – maple tea cart – Hanging store vegetable scales – early child’s red rover wooden wagon – 2 lg. street light lamps – wing back chairs – delicate ladies writing desk – Lithograph by Smith – pencil sketches by Carper – watercolors – prints – mottos – Ships in shadow boxes – oak tri fold mirror – early tool chest – iron horse hay rack – sm. lift top pine chest – advertising tins – and much more…..

OUTSIDE AT 5:00 P.M. LT 133 John Deere riding lawn mower 38” deck – Craftsman YT5300 21 h.p. riding mower w/bagger – Craftsman 22 6.75 weed trimmer – push lawn mowers – 4’ Rubbermaid tow behind garden trailer – tractor unloading ramps – wheel barrel – 10 x 10 dog pen – dog igloo house – 4x4x5 alum greenhouse – Lawn sweeper – Tether – step ladder – lg. boat anchor – Stihl weed trimmer – table top drill press – DeWalt chop saw – sev small power tools – 2 HP air compressor – bar clamps – Bench and disc grinders – Husqvarna 268 Chain saw – Yale walk behind Fork lift 2 ton – Powermatic 10 HP 500W generator – come-alongs – twin beds – recliners – Dressers – deck chairs – wicker chaise lounge – wrought iron corner stand – 7” tile wet saw – sm. band saw – garden tools – teal Colonial enamel woodstove – ice saws & blades – handmade horse drawn plow – bone cutter – “Cephas Gilbert” lap corn sheller – Wizard #3 butter worker – rolling seeder – broom maker – Banner root cutter – Fordson Tractor Radiator & seat – Horse drawn seeder and much more…

Terms: Cash, check, MC, Visa Lunch by Bridport Grange AUCTIONEER: Tom Broughton PO Box 53, Bridport, VT 05734 802-758-2494 AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Preview 3:30 p.m. day of sale – Partial listing only – Good quality interesting sale. All items sold as is, where is, with no implied warranty. 10% Buyer’s premium with cash or check; 13% buyer’s premium with credit card.

www.tombroughtonauctions.com

Middlebury Police Log

tenant in a North Pleasant Street apartment on May 4.

• Investigated a report about someone allegedly walking in the middle of South Street on May 4. Police said they found no such person.

• Assisted Porter Hospital officials with a patient on May 4.

• Received a complaint about a loud party in the Grist Mill Road area at around 11 p.m. on May 5.

• Investigated a report of eight young skateboarders allegedly dumping trash cans and being loud on Academy and South Main streets on May 5. Officers searched the area and but were unable to locate any skateboarders or any damage.

• Investigated a noise complaint in the Sugarwood Court area on May 6.

• Responded to a water main

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break in the Woodbridge Lane area on May 6.

• Were asked to check the welfare of a man who had been walking on Route 7 North on May 6.

• Received a report on May 7 that a man had left Shaw’s Supermarket on Washington Street with a cartfull of items. Police continue to investigate the matter.

• Responded to a domestic disturbance at a North Forty Lane residence on May 7. Police said some people were arguing over some recent posts on social media.

• Responded to a report about a man creating a disturbance at the John Graham Court apartments on May 8. Police said the man had been banging on an apartment door.

MARKET REPORT ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES

RT. 125 • EAST MIDDLEBURY, VT Sales for May 4 & May 8 BEEF Hatch Farm R. Scholten Four Hills Farm Nop Bros. & Sons Kayhart Bros.

M&C Family Farm

Costs Lbs. per lb 1685 .70 1080 .70 1435 .695 1205 .69 1615 .685 1670 .68

Dollars 1179.50 756.00 997.33 831.45 1106.28 1135.60

CALVES L. Rublee LaDuc Acres M. Ferris Gosliga

Lbs. 87 93 104 91

Costs per lb 1.80 1.75 1.70 1.60

Dollars 156.60 162.75 176.80 145.60

Total # Beef: 305 • Total # Calves: 372 We value our faithful customers.

Sales at 3pm - Mon. & Thurs.

For pickup and trucking, call 1-802-388-2661

PAGE 10B — Addison Independent, Thursday, May 11, 2017

Study shows forest birds are on a decline

NORWICH — A 25-year study of Vermont’s forest birds, including woodpeckers, warblers and other iconic species, has documented a 14.2 percent overall population decline, raising concerns about birds and forests alike.

In one of the longest-running studies of its kind in North America, the Vermont Center for Ecostudies (VCE) also issued practical recommendations for landowners who may want to conserve or manage their forests for bird abundance and diversity. Vermont forests support more than 125 bird species, VCE reported, and more than 47,000 jobs in the state.

“Whether we enjoy them at the feeder or in the wild, birds are vital to the health of our forests,” said Steve Faccio, a VCE biologist and principal author of a report on the study titled “The Status of Vermont Forest Birds: A Quarter Century of Monitoring” (available at www. vtecostudies.org). “If we ignore A SPARROW HANGS onto spring shoots from a hedgerow in Middlebury recently. White-throated sparrows these trends in bird populations, we have declined significantly.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell risk losing not only birds but also the vitality of our forests.” bellied Sapsucker, Mourning Dove several “imminent, serious threats” — trees of varying ages — which supports a full suite of Vermont’s While they require forests for and Black-throated Green Warbler. to birds and forests: native forest birds. The guidelines nesting and migration, birds in Thirteen species showed no FRAGMENTATION are not intended for commercial turn promote forest health. They significant change, among them the AND PARCELIZATION foster tree growth, for example, Vermont state bird, Hermit Thrush.

As forests become fragmented by timberlands.

With a 25-year study no small by consuming leaf-eating insects.

One guild of birds in particular roads, development and other nonBirds also disperse — called “aerial forest land uses, the amount of edge feat, VCE relied on its own staff seeds and pollinate insectivores,” which habitat increases, exposing interior biologists and a dedicated corps trees and other plants. Overall, the catch and eat insects forest breeding birds to predators of skilled volunteer birdwatchers, who would rise well before dawn In its study, counts revealed on the wing — and other threats. to follow rigorous and longVCE methodically a 14.2 percent showed the most NON-NATIVE INVASIVE established protocols for counting counted birds in 31 disturbing decline: SPECIES mature, unaltered decline in More than half of Vermont’s tree birds. For the report, VCE analyzed a 45 percent drop in forest tracts across abundance abundance over the species are threatened by three non- 2,464 such point count surveys, in the state each June among 125 bird 25-year study period. native insects: the emerald ash borer, which a total of 32,381 birds of 125 for 25 years during species from These included the the Asian longhorned beetle, and the species were detected.

“That VCE has been able to the peak of breeding 1989 through Chimney Swift, the hemlock wooly adelgid. continue this effort for more than season. Overall, the Eastern Phoebe, the CLIMATE CHANGE 2013, with counts revealed a A warming planet may gradually a quarter century is a testament to Eastern Wood-Pewee 14.2 percent decline some species profoundly alter forest the dedication of the researchers and the Tree Swallow. but in abundance among increasing, some The steep decline, biodiversity, productivity and and the citizen scientists,” said Dr. Allan Strong, an ornithologist 125 bird species from decreasing and VCE reported, most economics. and associate professor in the 1989 through 2013, some remaining likely reflects broad- ACID DEPOSITION with some species unchanged. scale changes in Acidic compounds in rain, snow Environmental Program at the increasing, some insect populations, and fog leach nutrients from soils, University of Vermont. “This decreasing and some attributed to a variety limiting their availability for tree kind of data offers us a unique remaining unchanged. of causes, such as pesticide use, growth. Birds may be particularly perspective on how our bird VCE went on to analyze in detail acid deposition and climate change. sensitive to soil calcium depletion populations have changed over the 34 of the most abundant and widely Any number of factors, including because they require calcium to last quarter century.”

VCE continues to run the distributed forest bird species. routine or “natural” changes in produce eggshells.

Thirteen species (38 percent of forest composition, affect bird VCE concludes its report with a population surveys, known as the the total) declined significantly populations. As a forest matures, its series of practical recommendations Vermont Forest Bird Monitoring during the period, including mix of birds will inevitably change. for forest property owners who Program, now in its 30th year.

Canada Warbler, White-throated The study came during a period might be considering outright This latest analysis relies on data Sparrow and Great Crested of statewide forest maturation, conservation or forest management generated during the project’s first Flycatcher. Eight species (24 dwindling insect populations, to promote bird abundance and 25 years. percent of the total) increased and the arrival of West Nile Virus diversity. Among the objectives is significantly, including Yellow- in Vermont. But VCE identified “heterogeneity” in forest stands,

ADDISON COUNTY

School News Jack Deppman has been accepted at the Wharton Moneyball Academy

CORNWALL — Jack Deppman, approach to building the team on the a 17-year-old Cornwall resident and field. It allowed them to become a currently a junior at Middlebury perennial contender despite a payroll Union High School, will that was 3-5 times less be attending Wharton Moneyball than that of other teams.

Moneyball Academy The Boston Red Sox’ at the University Academy is World Series victory in of Pennsylvania a summer 2004 was also based on this summer. At the program that those theories. academy, Deppman provides an Learning the will dive into the world opportunity for “Moneyball” method, of sports analytics and which focuses on talented rising statistics.

Sponsored using data to make by the Wharton School high school deep discoveries that of the University of juniors and are not obvious and Pennsylvania and the seniors to study certainly go against Wharton Sports Business sports analytics conventional wisdom, Initiative, the Wharton will be the main focus at the Wharton Moneyball Academy of the academy. When it is a summer program that School. comes to sports, students provides an opportunity will become data driven for talented rising high school juniors decision makers. As students learn and seniors to study sports analytics at statistical reasoning as well as key data the Wharton School. analysis skills, they will be primed Moneyball was popularized by to be a leader in an increasingly data the story of the management of the driven economy.

Students will be attending classes Oakland A’s professional baseball team. Managers employed a computer- at the Wharton School in Greater generated analytical, Sabermetric Philadelphia.

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School Briefs

Castleton University student Tegan Waite of Brandon was recently awarded the SGA Delegate of the Year for the 2016-2017 academic year. This award is given annually to a Student Government Association delegate whose involvement in any aspect of the SGA that has shown outstanding devotion to their job, activity or position.

Casey Lynn Brinkman of Vergennes, a 2013 VUHS graduate, will receive her B.S. in Physics from the University of Vermont in May. Following graduation, Brinkman will spend the summer at University of California, Berkeley, where she has been accepted to do an internship with the SETI (Search For ExtraTerrestrial Intelligence) Institute.

Tiffany Danyow of Middlebury has been selected to the Women’s Lacrosse All-NAC Team.

Three Castleton players, all seniors, earned First Team All-NAC recognition. Attacker Danyow led the conference in assists in league games with 24, plus she was tied for fifth in the NAC with 30 goals during conference contests and fourth in the league with 54 total points. She scored multiple goals in eight of nine NAC games, including four goals in six of the team’s first seven conference contests.

Three Castleton University students from the Addison County area were recently awarded the Castleton University Academic Excellence Award in Major for the 2016-2017 academic year.

Cassandra Fyles of Orwell, Stephanie LaFountain of Brandon and Angela Weekes of Middlebury earned the Academic Excellence Award, which is given annually to a student who is deemed the top student in his or her major.

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April 13, 2017

The Addison Independent

Mary McKay Lower, left, Kathy Clarke and Barbara Nelson, three leaders and instructors at Middlebury Studio School, have settled into their relatively new space on Route 7 and are looking forward to expanding the art community.

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Middlebury Studio School settles in on Route 7

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hen you walk into the Middlebury Studio School (MSS) you’d never guess that they only moved into their new space on Route 7 south just over two years ago.

A large center table welcomes you with paint-splattered stools, shelves surround the four rooms packed high and deep with pottery, and finished pieces from students and instructors nestle into every nook and cranny. People flow through the school as if it were their own living room — at ease with the clay-dust and happy to share space, stories and snacks.

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It has a messy-creative vibe; similar to their previous space on Mill Street where they operated as Frog Hollow (Vermont State Craft Center) for nearly 40 years.

In 2009, the Vermont State Craft Center sold their property to Cornwall resident and businessman George Dorsey, and Edgewater Gallery moved in. When Frog Hollow closed in Middlebury (now their main store is on Church Street in Burlington), they left behind all the students and instructors interested in local art classes. So, a group of former Frog Hollow instructors got together to form MSS and continue offering arts classes to the community.

Kathy Clarke, Mary McKay Lower and Barbara Nelson helped lead the new business venture.

Clarke, a potter from Salisbury has more

than 30 years of experience with clay. “The potter workshops that Frog Hollow used to hold were really top notch,” she remembered.

“They taught me pretty much all I know.” Now, Clarke passes on her knowledge to children and adults in her classes. “I always give them a demo, and then I tell them they can do anything they want… I love watching their ideas come!”

“Kathy is our visionary,” said Nelson, who lives on Lake Dunmore. “She is like the hostess of creativity. She has lots of ideas! I try to figure out if her ideas can become a reality.”

Nelson, a jeweler for more than 30 years, does all the number-stuff. As the education director of MSS she handles the organization and the business. “She’s art oriented, but also SEE MSS ON PAGE 3

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PAPER BAGS $500,000.00 extremely detail oriented,” Clarke said.

Nelson grew up just outside New York City, but always wanted to live in New Hampshire or Vermont. Lucky for us, she found her house in Leicester on Lake Dunmore in 1973 and moved here to stay. “The first class I took at Frog Hollow was taught by Bruce Baker,” she said. Turned out Baker lived just down the road from Nelson and the two started a jewelry business, Fern Rock Farm, together in the ’70s. By 1978 she was on her own and has been selling jewelry (sometimes nature inspired and sometimes not) since.

“Somehow these guys grabbed me,” Nelson said, nodding to Clarke and Lower, “and I couldn’t stop… I think everybody should have as many art classes as they want.” Plus, she added, “I like employing artists; there are a lot of artists who like to teach to fill in the gaps and make a little extra money.”

Lower moved from her hometown in Louisiana to New York City at the age of 21. “I’ve always wanted to be an artist,” she said. After receiving a BS in Studio art, an MA in Art Education and teaching art at private schools in New York, Lower moved to Vermont with her husband Fred Lower (also a painter, with a show currently on exhibit at the Jackson Gallery in the lower level of the Town Hall Theater in Middlebury).

For the first five years, Dorsey rented the lower half of the building to MSS. “He gave us a real good start,” said Lower. But that changed when the gallery grew and needed the space.

That’s when MSS found the property on Route 7. “We rented it for a year to see if people would come,” said Clarke, who manages the MSS studio. “And they did!”

And so, not so slowly, they grew into the new space. Eight pottery wheels sit in one room, a small clay prep and clean-up station in another and a third room is dedicated to pottery waiting for glazing and kiln-time. The main space transforms depending on what type of class is being taught.

“WE HAVE BIG PLANS FOR THE FUTURE... WE JUST NEED MONEY, THAT’S ALL.”

— Kathy Clarke

When they came to Middlebury in 1997, Lower started teaching painting, drawing and kids classes at Frog Hollow. She was also education director for a year (’98-’99) and a board member. “I was on the board at Frog Hollow when it was going down,” Lower said. “We felt like we could do this on our own, and so we did!” She is currently the vice president of the MSS board of directors.

Clarke, Nelson and Lower were well supported by other instructors, students and the community as they scrambled to put together their own business. “It made us flexible,” said Nelson. “You learn who’s going to help you… and all the little bits help.”

MSS offers many types of art classes for all ages, including pottery, jewelry making, painting, drawing, mixed media and pastels, to name a few. They also offer afterschool programs during the school year and art camps for kids in the summer, which are held at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center in Middlebury. And they hold regular open studio hours.

As you might imagine, space at MSS gets tight.

That’s why $500,000 is on their wish list (along with paper bags and newspapers). “We have big plans for the future,” said Clarke, alluding to a fine arts wing they hope to build. “We just need money, that’s all.”

The school has had incredibly generous donations in the past, like the anonymous supporter who donated $232,500, which allowed MSS to purchase their property. So, who knows when construction will start.

The end goal: “We want to be an arts center,” Nelson said. “Yeah, a hub,” Clarke agreed. “We want Middlebury to be more synonymous with the arts,” Lower added.

To find out more about the school visit middleburystudioschool.org or email middleburystudioschool@gmail.com.

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OUT OF TOWN Green Mountain Beer Week VERMONT JOINS AMERICAN CRAFT BEER WEEK, MAY 15-21

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ermont joins American Craft Beer Week for the first time this year with Green Mountain Beer Week. The week of May 15-21 will be a weeklong celebration of Vermont craft beer and the talented brewers behind the production.

Vermont brewers are excited to join in on the national celebration, which is in its 12th year running. Events will be held at brewer’s taprooms, restaurants and craft beer bars across the state of Vermont.

Craft beer enthusiast can enjoy special release brews, all

Vermont beer tap takeovers, beer and cheese pairings, and a few special events. Kicking off the week is an event at Magic Hat in South Burlington featuring multiple beers from former employees who now own or work at other breweries.

Lawson’s Finest Liquids and Kingdom Brewing are hosting the history sap beer event on May 19 at Kingdom Brewing in Newport. Ticket holders will taste four different maple sap beers and learn from the brewers themselves about the history and process of these unique brews.

With 51 craft breweries in the Vermont Brewers Association, it is time to celebrate those who

produce Vermont beer. Bar Antidote in Vergennes will have Vermont brewers on all of their taps. Foley Brothers Brewing in Brandon will have pints out on their patio. Or visit other local breweries like Drop-In and Otter Creek in Middlebury, Bobcat Cafe and Brewery in Bristol, and Frost Beer Works in Hinesburg. Check their websites for Green Mountain Beer Week event info.

For ticket information and a calendar listing of events around the state visit www. greenmountainbeerweek. com. For more information on the Vermont Brewers Association is available at www.vermontbrewers.com.

Davydov and Fanning perform in Stowe Diana Fanning and Dieuwke Davydov will perform the final concert in their 40th anniversary tour next week on Wednesday, May 17 in Stowe. The Stowe Community Church has donated the sanctuary for Stowe’s Noon Music in May concerts since the beginning of the series in the late ‘70s. This historic and beautiful building houses a restored 1898 Steinway Grand Piano and a W. B. Simmons Tracker organ.

Addison County locals Fanning and Davydov, began their tour celebrating 40 years of performing together at the end of February in Middlebury. Their tour took them to Brandon, New York, Holland, France and back to Vermont for their final concert in at the Stowe Community Church, 137 Main Street, at noon. This hour-long performance will feature works

by Beethoven, Debussy, Chopin, Kathy Wonson Eddy and Saint-Saens. For more information call (802) 253-7792 or visit www.stoweperformingarts.com.

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IN TOWN Grammy-winning soprano to sing in Middlebury DAWN UPSHAW AND PIANIST GIL KALISH TAKE THE STAGE AT THE MAHANEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS ON FRIDAY

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five-time Grammy Award winner, soprano Dawn Upshaw has achieved worldwide celebrity as a singer of opera and concert repertoire ranging from the sacred works of Bach to the freshest sounds of today. She will give a traditional song recital on Friday, May 12, at 8 p.m. with her regular duo partner, pianist Gil Kalish, featuring works

by Schubert, Janáček, Ravel, Clarke, Bartók and Bolcom. This closing event of the 2016-2017 Middlebury College Performing Arts Series. All are welcome to stay for a post-concert reception.

Audiences can also get a behind-the-scenes perspective on Upshaw’s work as an educator at a master class for Middlebury College students on Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m., at Robison Hall. The session is free and open to observers.

SOPRANO DAWN UPSHAW Upshaw has an extraordinary ability to reach to the heart of music. In 2007, she was named a Fellow of the MacArthur Foundation — the first vocal artist to be awarded the five-year “genius” prize — and in 2008 she was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

From Salzburg, Paris and Glyndebourne to the Metropolitan Opera — where she began her career in 1984 and has since made nearly 300 appearances — Upshaw has performed many of opera’s greatest roles. She has also championed numerous new works created for her.

Upshaw holds honorary doctorate degrees from

PHOTO / BROOKE IRISH Pianist Gil Kalish will perform with soprano Dawn Upshaw at the Mahaney Center for the Arts May 12, at 8 p.m.

Yale, the Manhattan School of Music, the Juilliard School, Allegheny College and Illinois Wesleyan University. She is Artistic Director of the Vocal Arts Program at the Bard College Conservatory of Music, and the Head of the Vocal Arts Program at the Tanglewood Music Center.

PIANIST GILBERT KALISH Kalish is a native New Yorker and graduate of Columbia College. He was the pianist of the Boston Symphony Chamber Players for 30 years and was a founding member of the Contemporary Chamber Ensemble.

Kalish is Distinguished Professor and Head of

Performance Activities at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He often performs as guest artist at distinguished music institutions, and is renowned for his master class presentations.

Upshaw and Kalish will perform together on Friday evening at the Mahaney Center for the Arts Concert Hall in Middlebury. Assigned seating tickets are $25 for the general public; $20 for Middlebury College ID card holders; and $6 for Middlebury College students. Discounted tickets available for Performing Arts Series Society (PASS) members. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call (802) 443-MIDD (6433) or visit www. middlebury.edu/artsgfy.

one two three THREE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS WEEK THE RED TURTLE IN MIDDLEBURY

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The Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival concludes the 2017 Winter Screening Series on Friday, with “The Red FRIDAY MAY Turtle,” by the Oscarwinning Dutch director Michael Dudok de Wit. The film is a visually stunning poetic fable of a man trapped on a remote island whose life takes on unanticipated dimensions. Town Hall Theater, Middlebury, 7 p.m.

Tickets are $12. For more info and tickets call at 382-9222 or visit www.townhalltheater.org.

Silent films return to the big screen starting this Saturday at the Brandon Town Hall, which will host another season of SATURDAY MAY vintage cinema with live music by Jeff Rapsis. The series, now in its seventh year, will kick off Saturday at 7 p.m. with “Little Rascals,” and through the summer will feature Buster Keaton, W.C. Fields and Harry Houdini. Screenings will continue once a month on Saturday nights through October. Admission is free.

Donations will benefit the Town Hall restoration.

Cornwall is where you want to be next Thursday.

Mark your calendars for the Peepers Rendezvous at Woody Jackson’s THURSDAY MAY house (1301 Cider Mill Rd, Cornwall).

There will be a pig roast and silent auction to benefit the Parent Child Center, as well as performances by Modern Times Theater Comedy, music by Station Mountain Band and a family feast with food and drink. Come by at 5:30 stay till 9 p.m.

For info and tickets call 388-3171.

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GREEN MOUNTAIN BICYCLE CLUB RIDE IN VERGENNES. Sunday, May 14, meet at 9:45 a.m., Vergennes Union High School, Monkton Road, east parking lot. The Vergennes Voyager is an easy 26-mile rolling or a easy/moderate 39-mile flat to rolling rural ride running along Otter Creek to Middlebury for a bakery stop. Contact John Bertelsen at 864-0101 or email jo.bertel@gmail.com.

FLY FISHING FOR WOMEN IN NEW HAVEN. Friday, May 19, 6:30-8p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard. The New Haven River Anglers Association (NHRAA) invites women interested in fly fishing to sign up for the “Women in Waders” fly fishing program. On Saturday May 20, meet at Sycamore Park at 8 a.m., where participants will be guided on fishing and reading the river. Lunch and equipment provided.

Participants are responsible for obtaining a 2017 State of Vermont Fishing license. Register by calling Craig Zondag at 453-7237. Space is limited to 12.

ARTS WALKING TOUR OF PUBLIC ART IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, May 12, 12:15 p.m., Middlebury College Museum of Art. In this final installment of the Spring 2017 Fridays at the Museum series, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art Emmie Donadio and Director of the Arts Pieter Broucke offer a one-hour walking tour of Middlebury College’s collection of public art. Meet in the Museum’s lobby, rain or shine.

Free. www.middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168 ART OPENING IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, May 12, 5-7 p.m., Edgewater Galley on the Green. An opening reception for artist Kate Gridley’s show, “A Few True Things.” Light bites and Lincoln Peak Vineyard will be available. Call (802) 989-7419, email info@edgewatergallery.com or visit www. edgewatergallery-vt.com for more info.

ANWSD STUDENT ART EXHIBIT RECEPTION IN VERGENNES. Monday, May 15, 5-6:30 p.m.

Bixby Library. The annual K-12 ANWSD Student Art Exhibit highlights the excellent work from students in art classes from Vergennes, Ferrisburgh, Addison, Panton and Waltham. An artist’s reception takes place on at the library with refreshments and music. Show runs Saturday, May 13-Wednesday, June 7. All are welcome!

SENIOR STUDIO ART THESIS EXHIBITION IN MIDDLEBURY. Tuesday, May 16, 8 a.m. through Friday, May 26, 8 p.m., Johnson Memorial

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Building, Middlebury College. Students enrolled in ART700 exhibit works in various media in this culminating exhibition, which showcases the work of advanced students completing semesterlong independent studio art projects. Free. www. middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168

Saturday, May 13, 7 p.m., Brandon Town Hall.

Celebrating the long-running, and much loved film series that featured child actors. This is the opening night of the silent film with live music series. Free. Donations welcome.

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“MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED” ON SCREEN IN MIDDLEBURY. Wednesday, May 17, 5:30 p.m., Marquis Theater, 64 Main St. A screening and discussion of the Sundance-selected education documentary Sponsored by the Bridge School and Middlebury Underground, this award-winning film profiles the origins of our current educational system. A dialogue about what matters most for education today will follow the film. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; screening at 6:30 p.m. More info: Lisa Mitchell, (802) 388-6124 or lisa@ middleburyunderground.org.

BOOK READING AND SIGNING IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, May 18, 6:30 p.m., Vermont Book Shop.

Stephen Kiernan will read from and sign his new book, “The Baker’s Secret,” a story of the French Resistance. This is a fundraiser for HOPE’s food shelf. Otter Creek Bakery will provide baked goods.

READING AND BOOK SIGNING IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, May 21, 2 p.m., Vermont Book Shop, Main St. Philip Baruth will read from and sign his new book, “Senator Leahy: A Life in Scenes,” The reading is free and open to the public. Sponsored in collaboration with Addison County Democrats.

DANCE ADVANCED IMPROVISATION FINAL SHOWING IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, May 11, 4:30 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre. An ensemble of dancers and musicians demonstrates the ability to compose engaging and coherent pieces “in the moment” after a semester-long study of improvisation as a performing art. Directed by Lida Winfield and Michael Chorney. Free. www. middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168.

LECTURE MASTER CLASS WITH DAWN UPSHAW IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts. Soprano Dawn Upshaw will lead a master class for five Middlebury College voice students. Observers welcome. Free. www.middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168.

CHARLIE NARDOZZI IN VERGENNES. Wednesday, May 17, 7 p.m., Bixby Library.

Vermont’s garden guru will give a talk on “Growing an Edible Landscape.”

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MOVEMENT AND MEDIA FINAL SHOWING IN MIDDLEBURY. Monday, May 15, 5 p.m., Dance Theatre, Mahaney Center for the Arts. Students in Scotty Hardwig’s spring Movement and Media class perform original works created following a semester of interdisciplinary investigation into the dynamic relationship between the body and digital media. Works will be running from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Free. www.middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168.

OPENING DAY AT ROKEBY IN FERRISBURGH. Sunday, May 21, 3 p.m., Rokeby Museum, Route 7.

Rokeby Museum will open for its 2017 season with a chance to meet our neighbors and learn about the newest stop on Vermont’s African American Heritage Trail. Open daily, 10-5, through Oct. 29, 2017.

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DAWN UPSHAW IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, May 12, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts.

In the final concert of Middlebury College’s 20162017 Performing Arts Series, Dawn Upshaw, one of opera’s leading ladies, will give a traditional song recital. Upshaw, a five-time Grammy winner, will be accompanied by her longtime musical partner, pianist Gil Kalish. Assigned seating tickets are $25 for the public; $20 for Middlebury College ID card holders; and $6 for Middlebury College students.

For info and tickets, call (802) 443-MIDD (6433) or visit www.middlebury.edu/arts.

MNFF WINTER SCREENING SERIES IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, May 12, 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater. The Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival winter screening series concludes with “The Red Turtle,” the mesmerizing animated film, seven years in the making, from the Oscar-winning Dutch director Michael Dudok de Wit. Tickets $12.

Info: (802) 382-9222 or townhalltheater.org.

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DISSIPATED EIGHT A CAPPELLA IN BRANDON. Saturday, May 13, 1 p.m., Foley Brothers Brewing, 79 Stone Dam Rd. Middlebury College’s a capella singing group will perform this Mother’s Day weekend. Free. Rain or shine. No dogs.

IAN ETHAN CASE IN BRANDON. Saturday, May 13, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Acoustic double-neck guitarist and Candyrat recording artist Ian Ethan Case will perform at Brandon Music. 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, email info@brandonmusic.net or visit www.brandon-music.net.

THE MICHELE FAY BAND IN LINCOLN. Saturday, May 13, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall, 52 River Rd. The Michele Fay Band will play for the Burnham Music Series. Tickets $10 for adults, teens and kids free.

Refreshments served. For info call (802) 388-6863.

MOTHER’S DAY PERFORMANCE IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, May 14, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Road. David Young, author, artist, Grammy nominated musician and master storyteller will perform his signature flute music. Free and open to the public. Handicap accessible. RSVP to Connie Leach at cleach@ residenceottercreek.com or (802) 388-1220.

THE SUBLIME AND THE MELLIFLUOUS IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, May 19, 7:30 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society. Capital City Concerts presents The Sublime and the Mellifluous featuring violinist Laurie Smuckler, cellist Joel Krosnick and flutist Karen Kevra. Tickets $15-25. Info: www.capitalcityconcerts.org.

SINGER-SONGWRITERS JOIN FORCES IN BRANDON. Saturday, May 20, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Singersongwriters Caroline Cotter and Emily Mure play together after months of touring solo.

Concert tickets are $20. A preconcert 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 tickets or for more info.

CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FIDDLERS IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, May 21, noon-5 p.m., VFW, Exchange St. An afternoon of fiddling, fun and dancing. Refreshments available. All fiddlers welcome. $3 donation.

EMILY SUNDERMAN PLAYS IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, May 21, 2 p.m., The Residence at

Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Road. As part of the Sunday Music Series, Emily Sunderman will play classical music. Free and open to the public. Handicap accessible. RSVP to Connie Leach at cleach@ residenceottercreek.com or (802) 388-1220.

SOCIAL BUTTERFLIES SPRING PEEPERS PIG ROAST AND SILENT AUCTION IN CORNWALL. Thursday, May 18, 5:309 p.m., Jackson residence, 1301 Cider Mill Rd. Held to benefit The Parent Child Center. Come enjoy great food and drink at a family feast. Modern Times Theater Comedy will entertain. Excellent silent auction items also on offer. For info and tickets, call (802) 388-3171.

FIRST ANNUAL HUMAN POWERED PARADE IN BRISTOL. Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. kickoff, Bristol Skate Park. Celebrate National Bike Month and all things human-powered. For more info contact Melanie Kessler at (802) 385-1039 or bikingmelanie@gmail.com.

MEET THE SINGERS RECEPTION IN MIDDLEBURY. Sunday, May 21, 5 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society. Join the Opera Company of Middlebury for its annual Meet the Singers reception and meet the talented professionals for this season’s production of Puccini’s “Il Trittico.” Space is limited. Tickets $35. Cash Bar. Tickets at www. townhalltheater.org, (802) 382-9222 or the box office.

THEATER “HOPE WITH ROOTS: THREE OLD LADIES, TOUGH AND WISE” IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, May 11, Friday, May 12 and Saturday, May 13, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 14, 3 p.m., Vermont Coffee Company Playhouse, Exchange St. Theatre Group, Ltd.

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presents three short one-woman plays. Tickets: $10, online only at VermontCoffeeCompany.com or at the door. Seating is limited.

“PATCHWORK PANCHATANTRA” STAGED IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, May 11 and Saturday, May 13, 8 p.m., and Friday, May 12, 8 and 10 p.m., Hepburn Zoo Theatre, Middlebury College. With an unknown calamity raging outside, and her parents unaccountably absent, Maya wants answers, but a mysterious visitor tells stories instead. Tickets $5. www.middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168.

MUSICAL THEATER SAMPLING IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, May 13, 8 p.m., Robison Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts. Vocal students of Carol Christensen, Susanne Peck and Beth Thompson present a lively sampling of musical theater from opera to Broadway. Accompanied by Cynthia Huard and Annemieke Spoelstra McLane, piano. Free. www.middlebury.edu/arts or (802) 443-3168.

“DER ROSENKAVALIER” IN MIDDLEBURY. May 14, 1-5 p.m. Town Hall Theater. In another installation of the MET Live in HD’s simulcast, Renée Fleming as the Marschallin and Elīna Garanča as Octavian star in Strauss’s opera. Sebastian Weigle conducts.

Pre-show talk at 12:15 p.m. in the Byers Studio. $24/$10 students Tickets available at the THT Box Office, (802) 382-9222 or www.townhalltheater.org.

WRITING WRITING WORKSHOP IN MIDDLEBURY. Wednesday, May 17, 6 p.m., Ilsley Public Library Community Room. The Middlebury Chapter of the Burlington Writers Workshop hold an MFA-style workshop. All writers in all genres are welcome.

More info at www.burlingtonwritersworkshop.com/ our-workshops/middlebury.

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BLEEDING HEARTS Now spring is here to stay Seen up close in Judith’s Goshen garden, the dainty Fringed Bleeding Heart flowers reminded people of a small heart oozing a drop of blood.

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veryone loves Bleeding Hearts, with their delicate flowers — each reminiscent of a little pink heart with a tiny drop of blood dripping from it — that are perfectly complimented by mounds of dainty fern-like leaves. They bloom in mid-spring, once the weather is settled and winter’s chill is out of the ground.

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There are actually several kinds of Bleeding Hearts and their near relatives — all of which make delightful plants for the spring garden.

FRINGED BLEEDING HEARTS The diminutive Fringed Bleeding Heart, Dicentra eximia, which also goes by the odd name of Turkey Corn, is a North American native found along the spine of Appalachian Mountains, from Southwestern Pennsylvania to North Carolina.

Since it thrives where the soil is acidic and summers are moist, Fringed Bleeding Hearts are also quite at home in our Vermont gardens (with the possible exception of those along the limestone ridges where the soils are likely to be more alkaline).

It may come as a surprise to discover that, although the Fringed Bleeding Heart is usually considered a springtime flower, it actually blooms on and off all summer long. So plant it where you can appreciate its dainty personality throughout the season.

NATIVE TO VERMONT The Fringed Bleeding Heart also has two lovely relatives that belong to the same Dicentra genus, which are native to Vermont. These are Squirrel Corn — Dicentra canadensis — and Dutchman’s Breeches — Dicentra cucullaria.

Each spring I see both just above our house in the forest, which is part of the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area.

Dicentra canadensis, with heart-shaped flowers clustered atop short stems, is a bit like a white version of Dicentra eximia. But I have no idea how it came by its peculiar name, Squirrel Corn.

Maybe squirrels do indeed enjoy feasting on those knobby little roots.

The plants of Squirrel Corn are fairly compact and apparently readily self-seed. So, squirrels notwithstanding, in the wild one usually finds several plants growing near one another.

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By contrast, a single plant of Dutchman’s Breeches will eventually become a substantial colony with many flowering stalks above mounds of feathery leaves — always a delightful sight.

I imagine, in times past, those small white flowers dangling from the stem reminded people of a row of sailor’s pantaloons drying on the wash-line — hence their quaint name Dutchman’s Breeches.

Both Squirrel Corn and Dutchman’s Breeches would make great additions to a woodland garden. But it important to note that, unlike the Fringed Bleeding Heart, Squirrel Corn and Dutchman’s Breeches are spring ephemerals meaning that, as soon as they have flowered and set seed, the plants will go dormant for the remainder of the summer.

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bleeding heart, Dicentra eximia, with its Western counterpart, Dicentra formosa, as well as with a related plant from eastern Asia — Dicentra peregrina.

The results are some lovely, cultivated varieties that thrive in the shade — collectively called Fern-leaf Bleeding Hearts — including Burning Hearts, Fire Island, King of Hearts and Red Fountain. It should be noted, Fire Island also prospers in the sun.

Best of all, the Fern-leaf Bleeding Hearts bloom for most of the summer, with flowers about 1218 inches high above a circle of delicate leaves.

GOOD OL’ FASHIONED Old Fashioned Bleeding Hearts are perhaps the most well-known type of Bleeding Heart and certainly the longest in cultivation.

You may remember them gracing your grandmother’s garden.

Their dainty pink and white flowers hang from their stems like charms along a necklace, making a beautiful contrast above the mounded leaves. The robust plants eventually grow to about 30-inches high and wide.

There are also several lovely cultivars, including White Bleeding Heart, the more compact Valentine and Gold Heart, which has golden leaves. Try combining two or more of these

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gaps for the remainder of the season.

However, if we have another hot summer like last year, expect these Old Fashioned charmers will become dormant by mid-July.

Since the Fringed Bleeding Hearts are quite short (less than 18 inches) be sure to plant them at the front of the border, perhaps near the door or alongside a walkway, where you can enjoy them each time you step outside. And while the old fashioned Bleeding Hearts are somewhat taller it is still nice to grow them where you can enjoy their delicate flowers up close.

FOR THE RECORD Because of the similarity of their flowers, Old Fashioned Bleeding Hearts (with a Latin name of Dicentra spectabilis) and Fringed Bleeding Hearts (such as Dicentra eximia) were always considered to be part of the same Dicentra genus.

But attempts to create hybrids between Dicentra spectabilis and other members of the Dicentra genus, have proven elusive, indicating they are probably not that closely related after all.

So, just for the record, botanists have recently moved the Old Fashioned Bleeding Hearts into their own genus and given them a new name: Lamprocapnos spectabilis, which is now used on many websites.

But, whatever their formal name, we gardeners still love them!

Plant some Bleeding Hearts now and each year they will return to tell you “spring is here to stay.”

Judith Irven and Dick Conrad live in Goshen where together they nurture a large garden.

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GROWING BLEEDING HEARTS All types of Bleeding Hearts, as well as their relatives Dutchman’s Breeches and Squirrel Corn, would make lovely additions to your garden. You can purchase many of the varieties I have mentioned here at Rockydale Gardens in Bristol, and American Meadows in Shelburne carries all but Squirrel Corn.

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EXHIBITS ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN AND EARLY EUROPEAN ART. Ongoing exhibit, highlighting an Egyptian Old Kingdom relief and an early fifteenth-century Italian panel painting. Lower Gallery at the Middlebury College Museum of Art, 72 Porter Field Road, Middlebury. (802) 443-5007.

FAMILY TRAITS: ART HUMOR, AND EVERYDAY LIFE. On exhibit through May 15, featuring a selection of family cartoons by the late Stanley Lyndes.

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FOCUS ON THE SHELDON: A FIVE-POINT PERSPECTIVE. On exhibit March 7-May 13, featuring five Middlebury-area photographers’ exploration of the collections of the Henry Sheldon Museum. Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St, Middlebury. (802) 388-2117 or henrysheldonmuseum.org.

GLASS ART: MOLTEN COLOR AND FROZEN FORMS. On exhibit March 24May 14, featuring kiln formed glass sculpture by Alyssa Oxley; hand-blown glass by Bud Shriner; and kilnformed glass jewelry and objects by Micaela Wallace. The exhibit also includes work by emerging glass artists Anne Hulvey, Mary Ellen Jeffries, Cherie Marshall, Lori Pietropaoli and Christie Witters. Creative Space Gallery, 214 Main Street, Vergennes. (802) 877-3850 or www.creativespacegallery.org.

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JOE BOLGER: NEW WORKS. On exhibit through the month of May, featuring new paintings by Shoreham artist Joe Bolger. Edgewater Gallery at the Falls, 1 Mill Street, Middlebury. (802) 458-0098 or edgewatergalleryvt.com.

KATE GRIDLEY: A FEW TRUE THINGS. On exhibit in May, featuring Middlebury painter Kate Gridley’s work. An opening reception will be held Friday, May 12, from 5-7 p.m. Edgewater Gallery at the Falls, 6 Merchants Row, Middlebury. (802) 989-7419 or edgewatergallery-vt.com.

SPLASH OF COLOR. On exhibit May 5-July 2, featuring Norma Montaigne’s vibrant and varied work. Compass Music and Arts Center, 333 Jones Dr, Brandon. (802) 247-4295 or www.cmacvt.org.

SUSPENDED MOMENTS. On exhibit April 13-May 28, featuring abstract oil paintings from Cameron Schmitz. Northern Daughters Fine Art Gallery, 221 Main St, Vergennes. (802) 877-2173 or www.northerndaughters.com.

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FISH, FOWL & FLOWERS: WOODCARVING AND PHOTOGRAPHY. On exhibit May 3-June 27, featuring floral photographs by Richard Conrad and wildlife woodcarving by William Barnard. Brandon Artists Guild, 7 Center St, Brandon. (802) 247-4956 or brandonartistsguild.org.

FRED LOWER, PAINTINGS. On exhibit, April 7-May 11, featuring the Fred Lower’s landscapes of Addison County. Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. (802) 382-9222 or www.townhalltheater.org.

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ART Kate Gridley: ‘A Few True Things’ on display EDGEWATER GALLERY ON THE GREEN FEATURES PAINTINGS BY A MIDDLEBURY ARTIST THIS MONTH

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merican philosopher Eric Hoffer said, “Creativity is discontent translated into arts.” When asked if she agreed with this statement, Middlebury artist Kate Gridley contends that it is not so much about discontent for her, as much as it is about how she translates questions into her art.

For some people, creating art is an outlet, an opportunity to escape from reality. For other artists, it can be a statement or a message, a way to express their opinion about what is going on around them. However, for Gridley, her paintings are about searching for answers to a never-ending stream of questions. She questions everything and every answer leads to yet another question.

“I have to say for the first time in my life I am very preoccupied with what I consider to be the difficult political situation in our country right now.

I keep wondering, given how complicated things are, ‘Does my work help?’ ‘Does it encourage?’

‘Does it inform?’ ‘Does it create questions?’”

Kate Gridley’s exhibit “A Few True Things” will be on display this month at Edgewater Gallery on the Green, in Middlebury. An opening reception will be held this Friday, May 12, from 5-7 p.m.

renew her sense of energy and focus. She puts as much emphasis on the set up for a painting as she does the painting process itself, thoughtfully arranging and rearranging a grouping of objects for a still life until it feels just right.

She ponders, “If we got to a place where there truly was deeper censorship and people were rounded up for their beliefs, could I use my art as a means of communicating my message? What I really think; disguised symbolism.”

“I have to get excited about the objects I am painting, their relationship to one another, the spaces between, because I am going to spend a lot of time with them.”

Gridley is a very thoughtful painter. She does not paint just for the sake of making art. Each body of work she creates is deeply meaningful and her exquisitely detailed realism paintings are part of a story she is writing with her brushes.

It is like that with Gridley, she gets attached to objects and they become integral in her painting process. Some of them even become her subjects, often appearing over and over again in different paintings.

Gridley follows a relatively consistent routine from week to week in her painting practice. “I seem to have regular hours in my studio and typically on Monday mornings I deal with the housekeeping part of my brain — paying bills, website updates, email correspondence — the domestic responsibilities of my studio practice.”

Getting the essential, albeit mundane tasks of being a full-time artist out of the way at the beginning of the week clears up mental and physical space for Gridley to paint productively. “I need thinking time and painting time.”

She is unable to nail down one single

Unlike some artists, her space is meticulously organized. “Over the years my studio has become quite empty and sparse. I need to feel there is no chaos in the room. I am quite neat and tidy.” She takes periodic breaks to for food, fresh air and to

indispensable item in her studio, “They are all essential.” She has participated in many artist residencies around Vermont and beyond, and when she travels, she takes old tools with her — old friends. “I have had the same set of canvas pliers since 1980, and they just recently broke, finally worn out from all the of use. But I can not bring myself to part with them and still carry the pieces with me.”

Gridley says she rarely feels a sense of pride or satisfaction when she is done with a painting.

“Perhaps,” she suggests, “it’s because there’s so much possibility and energy when I first start a painting. The deliciousness of beginnings.” She remembers a quote from Virginia Woolf: “I remember one morning... getting up at dawn... there was such a sense of possibility!

You know? That feeling?

And... and I remember thinking to myself: ‘So this is the beginning of happiness...’

‘This is where it starts!’

‘And, of course, there’ll always be more.’

Never occurred to me it wasn’t the beginning, It was happiness.

It was the moment...”

But that is the wonderful thing about paintings for Gridley, “There is always another one to make.”

Gridley’s solo exhibition “A Few True Things” is

“J.P.” oil on panel, 8” x 9” by Kate Gridley

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EXHIBITS The BAG: full of ‘Fish, Fowl & Flowers’ BRANDON ARTISTS GUILD WELCOMES EXHIBIT OF PHOTOS AND WOODCARVINGS

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he BAG (Brandon Artists Guild) welcomes spring with a new exhibit of floral photographs by Richard Conrad and wildlife woodcarving

by William Barnard. The show, “Fish, Fowl & Flowers” runs May 3-June 27.

Vermont artists Barnard and Conrad both find inspiration from observing nature, sometimes with scientific precision.

“I’m a vertebrate ecologist,” said Barnard. “The beginnings of my interest in art are reflected in the pages of my field notes.” Like nature itself, Barnard’s carved wooden fish, birds and other animals have evolved as he experiments with new techniques and media. “My early carvings were intended to be as realistic as my skills permitted, lately I’ve done a few more abstract pieces.”

Conrad started taking photos in New York City in the 1960s. A move to Vermont in 1995 changed his focus. “I enjoy photographing Vermont’s varied countryside throughout the year as well as its small towns and villages,” he said. “I also enjoy garden photography. My wife is an avid gardener and landscape designer. We get to see and share our visited gardens from two entirely different perspectives.”

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Top: A bird carved out of wood by William Barnard.

Bottom: Iris photographed by Richard Conrad. The artists’ work will be on display at the Brandon Artists Guild through June 27.

and fragile, they in fact hold deep, strong meaning.

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 Gridley sees these groupings of objects as members of a family posing for a family portrait. What someone might see as just a pitcher being featured for the month may very well be a sister or a of May at Edgewater Gallery cousin or a friend in Gridley’s on the Green. She says the eye. There is a great deal pieces in her exhibit, which of symbolism and meaning consist exclusively of still behind each object, the lifes, are very quiet and way it sits juxtaposed to its contemplative. “They are not family members, and also flashy. They are introspective.” in the implied conversation (Particularly in comparison between objects. And there is to her past portrait work that metaphor in her titles. was about bold statements and emerging adults One painting, which Gridley claiming their voices.) She has titled “Carapace,” is an contemplates whether or not image of porcupine quills there is a place for this quiet, and a nautilus shell. Here introspective work that is not are these strong, protective screaming out a message, elements, but beautifully but instead leads to more painted to appear delicately query and investigation, perched on a plate. Tough providing little to no answers exterior elements, meant to at all. protect a vulnerable being on the inside. “I think one of the ways people are reacting to But are her still lifes really as quiet as she suggests? While the current political situation is to hunker down and the images are of beautiful nautilus shells, glass vessels, protect themselves.” a simple egg, things that could be considered delicate Another painting, “Bardo,”

GRIDLEY

“HUMANS BEINGS HAVE ALWAYS MADE ART, CLEARLY WE NEED IT. THE IDEA THAT WE COULD HAVE THE ARTS ENTIRELY DEFUNDED IS SCARY. IT WOULD ESSENTIALLY BE THE MURDER OF OUR CULTURE.”

— Kate Gridley is a precisely detailed image of a sheep skull. As Gridley explains, bardo is a Buddhist term she recently learned. It refers to the state of transitional existence between death and one’s next life. The sheep skull is neither a living creature, nor has it yet returned to dust, as it eventually will. Perhaps, this painting represents the state of political limbo we are in – headed somewhere, some place of significant change,

but we just do not know where that is, yet.

For Gridley there is no question that art, in all its forms, is an extremely important vehicle for expression. “Humans beings have always made art, clearly we need it. The idea that we could have the arts entirely defunded is scary. It would essentially be the murder of our culture.”

Gridley referred back to the quote from Hoffer, but felt a quote that resonates much more with her is from Jennie Terman, “The arts matter because they help us see the world from different perspectives. They give us empathy and help us understand people, places, periods of history, and issues with which we may otherwise be unfamiliar. They comfort us in grief and energize us in celebration. They are important because they can act as a catalyst for change… they can start a revolution! The arts ignite something in our brains that I can’t explain, but I

know it’s essential for life.”

“A Few True Things” from Kate Gridley will be on display in May at Edgewater Gallery on the Green, with an opening reception on Friday, May 12, from 5-7 p.m. Light bites will be served by Grapevine Grille and Lincoln Peak Winery will be offering wine tastings.

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the movie THE CIRCLE — RUNNING TIME: 1:50 — RATING: PG-13 The Circle is perfectly timed for this moment. To dismiss its premise as impossible is to ignore history. While every decade can be identified by its primary thrust, the one that has changed the professional, business and personal lives of the world is surely the Internet. Rooted in that change, this movie shows us the problems that often follow enormous transitions. The good comes first, the bad often follows. We can already see and sense the growing erosion of privacy that this movie envisions.

The Circle is the name of a spectacular new city where people live and work in a culture of sharing their lives. Privacy is eliminated (“bad things happen in privacy”) and all people live in the dream world of friendship, luxury, sports, social gatherings and work as they create a new culture that travels round the world on the Internet. Everyone is proud to be hired to live and work in The Circle. They have become passionate adherents of a new culture wrapped in a deceptive coating of progress, friendship and caring.

Mae (Emma Watson) and Circle boss Eamon Bailey (Tom Hanks) show us what might happen in the future. Initially, new hire Mae has simmering doubts, especially when she meets Ty (John Boyega) the disaffected original founder of The Circle. Bailey has wrapped Ty’s original concept in fine sounding theories and sold it to millions around the world as open caring, open sharing. He announces at a packed meeting the company’s new product: a marble size glass ball that can be attached to any person or any building. He has put forty of these in a European city where no human detail escapes observation.

Bailey’s goal? Everyone will wear a marble, every detail of their lives will be automatically shared with the world. After two tough happenings in her own life, Mae squashes her suspicions and embraces Bailey’s “full transparency.” He preaches that lost children will be found in eight minutes, that dictators can’t thrive in public life and democracy will be strengthened. Privacy is the enemy. Everyone will thrive. It is “the chaos of

Emma Watson plays Mae in The Circle (2017).

the world made elegant.” Bailey assures his thousands of followers that his plans will cure disease, end hunger. Everyone will know everything. If you are laughing by now, reconsider.

In her usual understated way, Watson plays it straight and effectively.

Hanks creates a convincing deceiver covered in his phony good intentions. If you think the big picture here is extreme, what is your reaction when you remember the world without the Internet? We have already learned that in its few decades the Internet has already allowed the computer to rule the communication and behavior of the world.

Before you laugh, remember that enormous world change is always open to selfish misuse. The fine casting of Watson and Hanks reminds us to continue asking ourselves the central question of the movie: Where is the Internet’s erosion of our privacy taking us?

the book HAMLET: GLOBE TO GLOBE — BY DOMINIC DROMGOOLE

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Hamlet, as many know, is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare, set in Denmark, that was derived from the story of Amleth, a medieval Scandinavian legend, and has numerous iterations and is professed to be a story capable of seemingly endless retelling and adaptation by others. Dominic Dromgoole, the artistic director of Shakespeare’s Globe Theater in London, came up with one of those ideas with a “peculiar naturalness.” He proposed taking Hamlet to every country in the world, and this book is an account of the resulting extraordinary two-year world tour. Dromgoole’s passion is infectious and his knowledge is formidable, but even as he admits he still isn’t completely sure he knows what the speech “To be, or not to be…” means, he makes clear the universality of the message and the young man’s experience at the center of the play. As he describes the epic nature of the journey the intrepid acting company undertook, he also provides historical context and new insight, and the book is a heartfelt testament to Shakespeare’s most powerful and influential work. It’s inspiring to read.

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MUSIC Michele Fay performs with her band in Lincoln

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he Michele Fay Band will be performing for the Burnham Music series at Burnham Hall, 52 River Rd., in Lincoln, on Saturday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m.

The band features original and Americana music that brings forth a comfortable groove of folk, swing and bluegrassMAY influenced songs.

songs since the age of 12, when she was first inspired by the early sounds of Emmy Lou Harris and Bonnie Raitt. Kalev Freeman, on fiddle, brings forth a light-hearted, lilting sound. Michael Santosusso, on upright bass, adds dynamic beat and perfectly matched harmonies. Fay’s husband, Tim Price, contributes accomplished, melodic instrumentals on mandolin, electric and acoustic guitar.

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Burnham Hall, Lincoln

Fay’s heart-felt lyrics are central to the ensemble, as she sings with a crystal clear, authentic voice. She has been singing with her guitar and composing

Michelle Fay will perform with her band on Saturday at the Lincoln Music Series.

The cost is $10 for adults, teens and kids are free. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 388-6863.

‘Meet the Beast’ at Brandon Music with Ian Ethan Case an array of tuning levers allowing for accessing Brandon Music hundreds of tunings on the fly, along with sophisticated electromagnetic technology that physically manipulates the vibration of the 12 strings, be prepared to hear other-worldly sounds you’ve never imagined coming from a guitar — doubleneck or otherwise.

Acoustic double-neck guitarist and Candyrat recording artist Ian Ethan Case presents a new tour for 2017, previewing music from his upcoming album “Earth Suite” and featuring a never-beforeseen custom instrument affectionately dubbed “The Beast.” Case will play “The Beast” at Brandon Music on May 13 at 7:30 p.m.

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Joining Case will be live looping and electronics specialist Stephanie Case, adding even more sonic and orchestral variety to the mix.

This new instrument incorporates newly developed “acoustic synthesis” technology from American inventor Paul Vo and was codesigned by Case and private luthier Wade Sylvester. It took over seven years to build. With

Ian Ethan Case will perform with “The Beast” live at Brandon Music on Saturday evening with looping specialist Stephanie Case.

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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, email info@brandonmusic.net or visit www.brandon-music.net for more info and reservations.

live music THE MICHELE FAY BAND. Saturday, May 13, 7:30 p.m., Burnham Hall, Lincoln.

BLUES JAM. Wednesday, May 17, 8-10 p.m., 51 Main, Middlebury.

CRAZYHEARSE ACOUSTIC SHOW. Friday May 19, 7-9 p.m., 51 Main, Middlebury.

THE SUBLIME AND THE MELLIFLUOUS. Friday, May 19, 7:30 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, Middlebury.

PAUL ASBELL. Saturday, May 20, 7:30-9:30 p.m., 51 Main, Middlebury.

EMILY SUNDERMAN. Sunday, May 21, 2 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, Middlebury.

just for fun WHAT TYPE OF MUSIC ARE BALLOONS SCARED OF? ANSWER: POP MUSIC

BOB GAGNON QUARTET. Friday, May 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m., 51 Main, Middlebury.

FITZ AND FRIENDS. Saturday, May 13, 7-9 p.m., 51 Main, Middlebury.

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General Information Mission Statement

The Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department (MPR) shall provide lands, facilities, and services for community members of all ages and all income levels. It shall provide programs for both sport and leisure. The department shall serve as instructor, facilitator, and partner in efforts to promote and improve quality of life for participants.

MPR will work with an involved public and business community to provide a healthy and aesthetically pleasing environment with opportunities for cultural growth.

The department should be flexible enough to meet the changing needs and tastes of the community, while finding creative ways to deliver recreation programs and facilities that are affordable to the residents of Middlebury.

Contact Us

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Offices Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday and Holidays Physical Address:154 Creek Road Mailing Address: 77 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753 Other Contact Info: Phone: 388-8100 x205 or x216 Website:http://experiencemiddlebury.com/play/ middlebury-parks-recreation/ FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Committee Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center Rep. Elaine Orozco Hammond- ID #4 Rep. Greg Boglioli –Chair and East Middlebury Rep. Tricia Allen – Ilsley Library Rep. Bill Ford- Memorial Sports Center Rep. Carl Robinson- Member At-Large Mark Wilch - Member At-Large Farhad Khan - Selectboard Rep.

STAFF Terri Arnold, Director (802) 388-8100 x205 TArnold@townofmiddlebury.org

Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator (802) 388-8100 x 216 (802) 771-7107 (Cell during hours of 9am-5pm) DHunt@townofmiddlebury.org

ADVERTISING The Addison Independent prints and distributes this publication four times per year. We welcome your advertisement for a business, program or event in our publication for a fee; please contact us for more specific information: ads@addisonindependent.com or 388-4944.

RESERVATIONS- Facilities and Sports Fields Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department requests that all groups planning to use our facilities or fields please notify us in advance by making a reservation.

Anyone wishing to make a reservation must complete a facility use application, available in our offices or online at the Town website. Facility Use Request Forms are considered on a first come, first served basis, depending on availability.

Rental fees may apply. For additional information regarding availability, rates, and reservations, contact the MPR offices at (802) 388-8100 ext. 205 or 216

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Keep playing tennis – all summer long!

Programs may be cancelled in the event of severe weather or power outages. MPR encourages you to do the following if you have questions: Call: MPR Offices, 388-8100 ext 216 Check: Facebook Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation Online Registration: middleburyparksandrec.org

The Addison Community Athletics Foundation has many opportunities for you & your family to stay active during the upcoming months.

Family Play Drop-in Hours Every Sun., 10:30a.m.-12p.m.

Middlebury Indoor Tennis Equipment provided & Free!

REFUND POLICY

Youth Tennis Tournament

Sat., June 3, 2017, 1p.m.

Middlebury Indoor Tennis Open to 7-15 years of age Equpiment Provided $25.00, scholarships available

Contact Erin Morrison to register or find more information for these events: emorrison@acafvt.org || 802-388-3733 || www.acafvt.org

Game. Set. Fun. Let Us Host Your Event!

If you need to cancel your registration before the second session of the program, we will refund you a prorated registration fee, minus 10% processing fee, or issue a credit, good for one calendar year, for the full class fee. After the second session is attended, eligibility for a refund is void.

• Please be aware that refund requests may take up to 30 days to process.

• Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate. We reserve the right to add, withdraw, or revise programs or events as needed. For more updated information, please visit our website often.

ACCESSIBILITY

Individuals with or without disabilities may register for all programs offered by MPR provided program safety can be met. The Department provides reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Contact MPR offices in advance of the program start date to discuss accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Non-Resident Policy

Non Residents of Middlebury are allowed to register for all Parks and Recreation programs. Non-Residents will be charged an additional fee of 15% for each program registered for. A Non-Resident is defined as someone who does not live in Middlebury or pay property taxes to the Town of Middlebury.

• Soccer • Lacrosse • Basketball • Baseball • Hockey • Rollerblading

• Concerts • Car Shows • Home Shows • Flea Markets • Fund Raisers • & More

Rental Space Available All Summer Long!

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Scholarships

Middlebury Parks and Recreation is pleased to be able to offer scholarships to participate in all of our programs. The scholarship guidelines are based on the free and reduced lunch guidelines within the schools.

If you feel like you might like to apply for a scholarship and would like some more information please contact our office 388-8100 x205 or x216.

Access by Transit

Served by free, frequent ACTR Shuttle Bus service, Mon.-Sat. Take MSB Rte. 7 South Bus to stop #6a, located on Lacrosse Drive. For more information, visit www.actr-vt.org or call 388-ACTR(2287).

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2017 Summer Program Start Dates MAY 12th 15th 20th 24th

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Registration Opens for Most Programs Bike to Work/School Week Begins Human Powered Parade and Celebration Safety Day (Mary Hogan)

JUNE 5th - Tai Chi Health and Balance Class Begins 7th - Mary Hogan 6th Grade Bike Ride 8th - Middlebury Mama Stroller Fitness Session I 9th - Middlebury Mama Stroller Fitness Session II 10th - Town Pool Open (For Weekend Only) 12th - Gym Closes for Floor Maintenance 17th - Town Pool Open (For Weekend Only) 21st - Art Camp - Weird and Amazing Art 25th - Gym Re-opens 26th - MiddNourishes Begins

Pool Opens Regular Hours

Gymnastics Session I

Tennis Session I

Golf Camp Session I

Panther Soccer Camp Begins

Art Camp - Cosmic Creations

Camp Kookamunga Week 1 - Petra Cliffs

A.C.T Camp Week 1 29th- West African Dancing for Kids begins JULY 1st - Vermont Gran Fondo 3rd - Swim Lessons Session I

Tennis Session II

Art Camp - Fairyland Creatures and Homes

Camp Kookamunga Week 2 - Get Air 6th - Middlebury Mama Stroller Fitness Session III 7th - Middlebury Mama Stroller Fitness Session IV 10th -Vermont Voltage Soccer Camp Begins

Golf Session II

Tennis Session III

Art Camp - Where the Wild Things Are

Camp Kookamunga Week 3 - Water Slide World

A.C.T. Camp Week 2 17th - Swim Lessons Session II

Gymnastics Session II

Golf Session III

Art Camp - Art of China

Vermont Wilds Camp Begins

A.C.T. Camp Week 3

Camp Kookamunga Week 4 - Ice Skating

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Week 1 21st - MiddSummer Wrestling Camp 22nd - MiddSummer Wrestling Camp 24th - Midd Mayhem Youth BasketballCamp Begins

Tennis Session IV

Art Camp - Viking Art Adventure

Camp Kookamunga Week 5 Lake Monsters Game

A.C.T. Camp Week 4

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Week 2 31st - Swim Lessons Session III

Gymnastics Session III

Golf Session IV

Tennis Session V

Art Camp - Birds of a Feather

Field Hockey Camp Begins

Survival and Bushcraft Camp Begins

Camp Kookamunga Week 6 - Fun Spot

and Ice Cream Shop (Lake George, NY)

A.C.T. Camp Week 5 AUGUST 7th - Global Premier Soccer Camp Begins

Art Camp - Animals in Art

Camp Kookamunga Week 7 - Addison

County Field Days 11th - MiddNourishes Ends 14th - Art Camp - Art of Egypt

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11th - Pre-School & Kindergarten Soccer Begins MARK RAYMOND • MIDDLEBURY, VT

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July 9-15, 2017

Village Green, Middlebury, VT

Free, family-friendly music festival supported by community donations festivalonthegreen.org or call 802-462-3555 to learn more about this year’s event

Schedule of Events Sunday, July 9

7 p.m. Radio Free Honduras: Acoustic Latin folk-rock band fronted by Honduran music legend/guitar virtuoso Charlie Baran

Monday, July 10

Noon Brown Bag: Robert & Gigi 7 p.m. The Sea the Sea: Indie folk-pop duo-band with rich harmony and lyric-driven songs 8:30 p.m. Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore: Grammy award winner who stretches musical boundaries

Tuesday, July 11 Noon Brown Bag: Jon Gailmor 7 p.m. Emily Braden Trio: An effortless blend of jazz and soul 8:30 p.m. Upstate Rubdown: A stew of jazz, blues, gospel, soul and pop

Wednesday, July 12

Noon Brown Bag: No Strings Marionette Company 7 p.m. Pete’s Posse: Multigenerational roots music 8:30 p.m. The Molly Tuttle Band: Award-winning flat-picker with a voice like an angel

Thursday, July 13

Noon Brown Bag: Stephen Gratto 7 p.m. Jason Anick Gypsy Jazz Trio: Jazz without borders 8:30 p.m. The Seamus Eagan Project: Founding member of the band Solas explores the far reaches of the Irish tradition

Friday, July 14

Noon Brown Bag: Magician Tom Verner 7 p.m. Starline Rhythm Boys: Swinging rockabilly and honky-tonk band 8:30 p.m. Dave Keller’s 9-Piece Soul Revue: One of the finest award-winning soul and blues men of his generation

Saturday, July 15 7 p.m. Vermont Jazz Ensemble Street Dance: Come early for swing-dance lessons with Jim Condon.

Support this year’s Festival by clicking “JustGive” at festivalonthegreen.org or mailing a donation to: Festival on-the-Green PO Box 451, Middlebury, VT 05753

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Middlebury Nourishes

Free Summer Meals for Kids 2-18!

WHEN: Monday through Friday • 12-1pm • Starting June 26th and ending August 11th WHERE: Middlebury Rec. Park - Entrance to Memorial Sports Center (Across from Town Pool) WHO: Anyone between the ages of 2 through 18, No Registration. Just come!

Lunch is free and open to all children and youth who want to have a lunch. Sponsored by Mary Johnson Children’s Center in partnership with MiddSummer Lunch and Recreation Program, and the Town of Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department, collectively known as Middlebury Nourishes. Middlebury Nourishes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. *Volunteers are needed to help run this program. If you are able to volunteer please contact Dustin Hunt via email dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org*

Camp Kookamunga Day Camp

For Children going into Grades 1-7 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday Cost: $185 for Residents and $212.75 for Non-Residents (Cost is Per Week) Register: Online or in person starting May 12th

June 26-30th Theme: Team building. Field trip: Petra Cliffs, Burlington, VT Campers will create and participant in a vast array of team-oriented activities that promote cooperation, communication and group problem solving. This week’s field trip will find us literally climbing the walls at Petra Cliffs.

July 3-7 Note: no camp on July 4th Theme: Mystery of flight. Field trip: Get Air- Williston, VT. This week will find us making flying toys of many descriptions. We will use rubber bands, water and air pressure and Alka Seltzer tablets to power our own airplanes, helicopters and rockets.

July 10th - 14th Theme: Kids Got Talent. Field Trip: Water Slide World, Lake George, NY. Middlebury’s Festival on the Green week is one of the most fun weeks to be in Middlebury! 4 out of 5 days will find Camp Kookamunga enjoying lunch and the Brown Bag Special, Kids entertainment on the town green. Kids will grow their own entertainment skills throughout the week, culminating in a Friday afternoon talent show.

July 17-21st Theme: Time Travelers. Field Trip: Ice Skating at Cairns Arena, South Burlington, VT

Important Notices: The gym at the Middlebury Recreation Center will be closed from June 12th through June 25th for annual maintenance on the floor. The offices and multi-purpose room will remain open during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

Due to limited staff we will not be selling Great Escape tickets in our office this year. You may purchase tickets at the Bristol Parks and Recreation office or online.

We will use our pretend time machine to travel to different eras in history. Discover dinosaurs, meet medieval knights and dance the disco at club Kookamunga.

July 24-28th Theme: Fun and Fitness Field trip: Vermont Lake Monsters game July 25th, Burlington, VT Improve your skills and have serious fun at Camp Kookamunga Sports Week. Campers will delve into sports from around the world, from Soccer to Skateboarding.

This week of camp will include a field trip to watch the Vermont Lake Monsters at their annual kid’s day event.

July 31- Aug. 4 Theme: Summer Science. Field trip: The Fun Spot and ice cream shop, Lake George, NY How about adding a double scoop of science-filled summer fun? Let your child grow and discover science as a fun, creative way to explore their world.

August 7th-11th Theme: Mysteries of Vermont. Got Local? Field Trip: Addison County Field Days, New Haven, VT. Ski local, buy local, know local and keep Vermont weird. This week will find us looking into local Vermont culture of nature, farms and good ol’ Yankee ingenuity.

August 14th-18th Theme: Circus skills Field Trip: Circus Smirkus, Montpelier, VT This week of camp will get your kids active and learning a range of circus skills as we prepare for our yearly trip to see the young people of Circus Smirkus amaze us during their always wonderful New England, One Ring Big Top Tour stop in our states capital.

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Instructor: Amanda Payne apayne.zumba@gmail.com 802-349-5964 Schedule: Monday and Wednesday 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: Middlebury Recreation Center Gym, 154 Creek Road Cost: $10 for a drop in, $40.00 for a 6 class punch card or $75.00 for a 12 class punch card.

Description: Zumba is a high energy workout that is more fun than it is work! A dance party vibe with lots of fun people! All skill levels are welcome; you do not need to have any sort of background in dance!

STEAM Girls Camp

Middlebury Mama Stroller Fitness

Instructor: Emma Fulmer Contact by email at middleburymama@gmail.com.

Dates/time: Session One: June 8th - 29th.

Thursdays from 6:00-7:00PM. Session Two: June 9th - 30th.

Fridays from 9:15-10:15AM. Session Three: July 6th - 27th.

Thursdays from 6:00-7:00PM. Session Four: July 7th - 28th.

Fridays from 9:15-10:15AM. Location: East Middlebury basketball courts and park.

In case of rain, it will be located at the Recreation Department Building.

Cost: Resident - $39. Non-resident - $49.

Brief Description of Class: Our FITmama class is a 60-minute outdoor stroller fitness class for mamas which include cardio, strength, conditioning, and core workouts. All fitness levels are welcome! Every exercise can be modified for a pregnant, postpartum, or avid-moving mama. Postpartum mamas must be at least 8 weeks postpartum (10 weeks for a c-section) with clearance from their physician to resume physical activity. Kids are welcome! All children under the age of 4 must be secured in a five-point harness stroller with suitable wheels for brisk walking and running on various terrains for the first thirty minutes of class. You will also need water, a yoga mat and any snacks or activities your child might need while in their stroller.

After class, we will play with the kids at the park or do a fun activity! Come join an encouraging group of mamas that will help you reach your fitness goals in a positive and motivating environment!

Instructors: Joy Wood (Middlebury College ‘17), Kristin Richards (Middlebury College ‘17), and Joey Hernandez (Middlebury College ‘19). Contact by email at steamgirlsvt@gmail.com or through the website www.steamgirlsvt.com.

Dates and time: Session 1 (Elementary School girls, ages 7-10): August 14-18 Session 2 (Middle School girls, ages 11-14): August 21 - 25 Both sessions are from 9:00AM - 4:00PM Monday - Friday.

Location: Middlebury Recreation Center (154 Creek Road) Cost: $100 per session, financial assistance available STEAM Girls is returning for a second summer to help introduce girls to the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Girls will have an opportunity to experience Lego robotics, electrical engineering, and coding. We will work on building teamwork and leadership skills, while having a ton of fun. In addition to working with technology, campers do arts and craft, handson engineering challenges, and take field trips to Sama’s for ice cream. By the end of the week, every camper will design and implement her own tech project. Each girl takes home her project, an electrical engineering starter kit, and a USB with her programming projects.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 11, 2017 Backyard Boot Camp

Instructor: Ginger Lambert, 293A Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Weybridge. 802-343-7160 Dates and time: Summer and Fall: Wednesdays 7-8AM and Saturdays 8-9AM Location: Back yard at 293 Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Weybridge (Midd Rec. Center in case of rain) Cost: $12 single class or $60 for 6 class punch card Description of Class: If you enjoy the outdoors then join us for this high intensity, interval type workout. You will challenge yourself with tire flipping, bear crawls, log carry and more fun exercises designed to increase cardiovascular fitness, endurance, strength, agility, and coordination. Modifications always given when needed.

All levels invited. MY PACE IS THE RIGHT PACE!

Middlebury Market & Sama’s Café Enjoy a cold ice cream, creemee, pizza and more before or after your summer activity Open Daily!

388-6408 College St • Middlebury • samascafe.com

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2017 Ralph Myhre Golf Course Junior Golf Camp & Clinics

Kids ages 6-14, come explore the great game of golf with all your friends at The RMGC Golf Camp!

The schedule runs Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 12 PM and includes instruction on all the fundamentals, rules and etiquette, fun and games, a snack break and lots of time on the golf course. Learn how to play the game now and enjoy it for the rest of your life!

Cost: $89 resident or $99 non-resident. For more information, visit: www.ralphmyhregolfcourse.com .

Session I: June 26-30 Open to All Session II: July 10-14 Open to All Session III: July 17-21 Girls Only Session IV: July 31st-Aug 4th Intermediate & Advanced New! All kids attending a golf camp receive a 50% discount on a season pass!

AQUATICS 2017

The Pool will be open for public swimming on the weekends of June 10th and 17th from 1-5pm OPERATING SCHEDULE JUNE 26th- AUGUST 20th (schedule subject to change) 7:15am-10:15am- Swim Team Practice 5:45pm-6:30pm- Family Swim 10:15am-12:15pm- Swimming Lessons Kiddie pool- 5 years and younger is open from 12:15pm-1:00pm Adult Swim 12:15pm-6:30pm 1:00pm-4:45pm- Open Swim Adult Supervision Required 4:45pm-5:45pm- Adult Swim *** Home swim meets are held on some Tuesday and Thursday evenings Pool closes at 4:30pm on home meet days*** Daily Fees Youth (15 and younger) - $3.00 Adults (16+) - $4.00 Senior Citizens (55+)-$2.00

Season Passes Youth $60 (Non-Resident $69.00) Adult $70 (Non Resident $80.50) Family- Up to 6 people $120 (Non Resident $138.00) Senior Citizens (55+) $35 (Non Resident $40.25)

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Lesson Schedule

Session I: July 3rd-July 14th (2 Sec A: Level 1 Sec B: Level 2 Sec C: Level 3 Sec D: Level 4 Sec E: Level 5 Sec F: Parent & Child 1 Sec G: Pre-School Level 1 Sec H: Pre-School Level 2

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Swim Lessons weeks) 10:45-11:15 10:15 - 10:45 10:45 - 11:15 10:15 - 11:00 10:45 - 11:30 11:15 -11:45 11: 15 - 11:45 11:45 -12:15

Session II: July 17th - July 28th (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 1 10:15 - 10:45 Sec B: Level 2 10:15 -10:45 Sec C: Level 3 11: 15 - 11:45 Sec D: Level 4 10:45-11:30 Sec E: Level 5 10:45 - 11: 30 Sec F: Level6 11:30-12:15 Sec G: Parent & Child 1 11:45-12:15 Sec H: Pre-School 2 11:45 - 12: 15 Sec I: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12: 15 Session III: July 31st - August 11th (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 2 10:15 -10:45 Sec B: Level 3 10:45 -11:15 See-C: Level 4 10: 15 - 11:00 Sec D: Level 5 10:30 -11:15 Sec E: Level 6 11:00 -11:45 Sec F: Pre-School 2 10:45 - 11: 15 See G: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12: 15 Sec H: Parent and Child 2 11:15 - 11:45 Lessons are held Monday-Thursday. No class on July 4th (will be made up Fri 7/7) Fridays are reserved as a make-up day for cancellations due to weather.

Private Lessons: Private and semi-private lessons are available upon request. Arrangements are made through pool staff.

Fees: $65.00- Resident $75.00- Non-Resident Register online or in person starting May 12th www.middleburyparksandrec.org Parent and Child (2 levels) for ages 6 months to 36 months (must be accompanied by an adult) This class will teach your child to become more comfortable in water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. Basic skills taught include adjusting to water environment, comfort holding a front or back position in water and demonstrating breath control (blowing bubbles. Etc) Preschool Aquatics (3 Levels) Ages 3 and up. Designed to give children a positive developmentally appropriate aquatic learning experience. Level 1 helps orient young preschool

children to aquatic environment and gain basic skills.

Level 2 helps children gain greater independence in the water using basic skills, Level 3 helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Each level must be completed before advancing to next.

Learn-To-Swim (Levels 1 and 2) Ages 6 and up.

Instructors will teach to swimmers ability and confidence. Level 1 focuses on skills such as water entry and exit, bobbing, blowing bubbles through nose and mouth, opening eyes underwater and retrieving objects. Level 1 must be passed to move to next level.

Level 2 participants must be able to perform kicks, basic arm strokes and be comfortable with face in water. This level focuses on jumping feet first into the water, fully submerging and holding breath, floating face down in the water, back float, changing direction while swimming on front and back and continued work on swimming on front and back. Level 2 must be completed before advancing to level 3 Stroke Development (Level 3) Level 3 builds on previously learned skills by providing additional practice. Participants learn the survival float, front crawl with rotary breath and elementary backstroke. Head first entry into water is introduced and treading skills are improved with scissor and dolphin kicks. Level 3 must be passed before advancing to level 4 Stroke Improvement (Level 4) Level 4 develops participants confidence in the strokes learned in level 3 and improves other aquatic skills. In level 4 participants improve their skills and increase their endurance by swimming familiar strokes (front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater distances.

Participants also learn the back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly and the basics of turning at a wall. Level 4 must be completed to advance to level 5 Stroke Refinement (Level 5) In level 5 participants refine their performance of all strokes and increase their distances. Flip turns on the front and back are also introduced. Diving is refined.

Level 5 must be completed to advance to level 6 Swimming and Skill Proficiency (Level 6) The objectives of this level, the final level of the American Red Cross learn-to-swim program, are to refine the strokes so participants can swim them with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness while going greater distances.

Level 6 will also cover aspects of personal water safety skills, diving and fitness swimming. This level prepares participants for more advanced courses such as lifeguarding and water safety instructor as well as competitive swimming.

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MIDDLEBURY SWIM TEAM Middlebury Swim Team is one of eight teams that make up the Champlain Valley Swim League. Middlebury Swim Team meets the needs of all swimmers, from beginner to advanced, by following a positive, progressive, developmental model that fosters excellence and commitment to the team. As a team member, a swimmer learns the values of sportsmanship and teamwork. Coaches encourage each swimmer to achieve the best that s/he is able to. Swimmers become empowered with physical, emotional, and intellectual skills that can last a lifetime.

Eligibility: If your child can swim 25 yards, perform rhythmic breathing, and make the commitment then s/he is eligible for the team. Coaches emphasize that experienced team members will act as models and mentors for new team members.

Apparel: Team suits are not required but may be purchased at Forth ‘n Goal in Middlebury. Team caps are required for meets; these will be available to purchase through team management at a future date. Team teeshirts will be given to all registered swimmers; these tees will be designed by one of the team members.

Practices and Meets: Practices will be held in the evening until ACSU schools are out and in the morning thereafter. All who practice regularly can choose to

swim at meets. Dual-meets (two team competitions) are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from the end of June until the end of July.

Parents: Families should be aware that swim team success requires parent involvement: volunteering at meets will be mandatory. Duties can range from timing to concessions to handing out ribbons, but all veteran swim parents are expected to act as mentors and provide training for new swim team families.

PRACTICE GROUPS

Mini Marlins/Transition Swim Team: The Mini Marlins group is comprised of swimmers ages 5-8 with a competitive spirit and the need for experience.

They will continue to improve rhythmic breathing and competitive stroke skills. As skills improve, swimmers are encouraged to compete in meets.

Swimmers who can swim 25 yards independently are welcome to join this group.

Marlins: This group is comprised of experienced 8 & under, 9-10 year old, and newer 11-12 year old swimmers. Emphasis is placed on stroke development, correct technique, and building swimming endurance.

Competitive preparation is introduced.

Junior Super Marlin: This group is comprised of experienced 9-10 year olds and 11-12 year olds, and newer 13-and -older swimmers. The emphasis is on endurance, commitment, and competition. Stroke technique will be reviewed as necessary and race strategy is introduced.

Senior Super Marlins: This group is our most competitive group and is comprised of 13 year old and older swimmers (11-12 year olds at the coaches’ discretion). Emphasis is placed on intensive water training with a continued focus on endurance, commitment, and competition. Stroke technique is reviewed as necessary and race strategy is reinforced. All Senior Super Marlins serve as role models for younger teammates.

COACHING STAFF

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Swim Team continued from Page 12 of Wilmington College majoring in Educational Studies and Special Education; she is also a member of the swim team.

This is her second year providing leadership to Middlebury Swim Team.

She is a swim coach at Kenyon College’s Total Performance Competitive Stroke Camps. She began competitive swimming at age seven and swam for Diplomat Swim Club and Manheim Township High School.

Colleen has been a finalist in the 100 yard freestyle and 100 yard butterfly at the Ohio Athletic Conference Championships and a member of the 200 and 400 yard freestyle relays. Her favorite strokes are freestyle and butterfly.

Brianna Foley: Brianna has just finished her 4th year at Champlain College majoring in computer science. She began swimming competitively at the age of nine and swam for Middlebury summer swim teams for seven years.

This will be her 4th season coaching the Middlebury Swim Team. Her favorite stroke is backstroke.

Harper Smith: Harper just completed her second year of college and hopes to major in graphic design/ communication following graduation. This is her third year coaching for Middlebury Swim Team. Harper began swimming competitively at the age of 7 and spent 10 years swimming for Middlebury Swim team.

Her favorite stroke is butterfly.

MIDDLEBURY SWIM TEAM SCHEDULE & FEES Middlebury Swim Team’s practice season is determined by three factors: the Addison Central Supervisory Union school calendar, pool temperature, and staff availability. Registered families will be included on an email list from the team administrator/manager and coaches; as soon as information is available as to when practice will begin families will be notified by email.

Also, families can check the Middlebury Parks and Recreation website for up-to-date information.

FEES: Registration fee includes team t-shirt and meet fees. T-shirt size must be provided at time of registration.

Super Marlins: $180 ($207 non-res.)

Marlins: $175 ($201.25 non-res.)

Mini Marlins: $135 ($155.25 non-res.)

Scholarships are available - for more scholarship information please call 388-8100 ext 216.

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Seven sessions from July 1-August 23 Environmental awareness, exploration, human connection, group collaboration, creative expression, learning new skills, and play are some of the intentions and values that guide our activities.

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Summer Soccer Camps

2017 PANTHER SOCCER CAMP

June 26th-30th- 9-12 Daily- Middlebury Recreation Fields Join us for the 2017 edition of the ever popular Panther Soccer Camp. Children will receive instruction from Dave Saward, Men’s Head Soccer coach at Middlebury College and Ron McEachen, Retired Coach of the Skidmore College Men’s Soccer team. Standout local high school and college players will also assist in the weeklong camp. The camp is open to all children age 6-12. The cost is $135 per camper and includes a camp T-shirt.

Registration forms are available in the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office. For more details please contact Karen McEachen- kmceache@skidmore.edu

2017 Vermont Voltage Soccer Camp Gymnastics Camps Instructor: Terri Phelps Phone: (802) 236-1315 Email: terriphelps@ymail.com Registration will open Tuesday, May 16th at 9:30am, no registrations will be accepted before this time Session 1: June 26th-June 30th 9:00AM-10:00AM Ages 3-4 $75 ($86.25 Non-Res) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ages 5-7 $100 ($115 Non-Res) 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+ $125 ($143.75 Non-Res) Session 2: July 17th- July 21st 9:00AM-10:00AM Ages 3-4 $75 ($86.25 Non-Res) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ages 5-7 $100 ($115 Non-Res) 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+ $125 ($143.75 Non-Res) Session 3: July 31st-August 4th 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 6+ $125 ($143.75 Non-Res) (Students will be placed in groups based on skill level and/or age in session 3) Students will work to improve strength, flexibility and coordination, as well as skill development in a safe and fun environment. Instruction will be included on uneven bars, beam, floor exercise, springboard, parallel bars and vault.

Drop-In Summer Programs $2.00 Per Drop In Adult Co-ed 30+ Basketball- Wednesdays 6:458:30 at Rec. Center Gym. For more information please contact Bryan Jones @ 989-8399 Adult Co-ed Volleyball- Mondays 6:45-9pm at Rec. Center Gym For more information please contact Tom Randall @ 343-2652

July 10th-14th 9-12 Daily- Middlebury Recreation Fields Open to Children Ages 5-15 Professional Soccer Academy invites young soccer enthusiasts, ages 5-15, to be part of a challenging educational experience. The Academy offers an opportunity to learn and enjoy many aspects of the game of soccer in a competitive environment from a current professional player. Fundamentals as well as sophisticated techniques of soccer will be taught on a personalized individual level along with various forms of group instruction provided by Camp Director Bo Vuckovic, Mark Benson and several other Vermont Voltage professional soccer players. Emphasis is placed on the development, improvement and refinement of basic playing skills.

Cost: $115 for first child and $110 for each additional child. Non-Residents will pay a 15% Non-Resident fee per child. Families with multiple children must register in person at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office starting May 1st. Each child will receive a camp t-shirt and soccer ball which is included in the registration price. Register: Online or in person starting May 12th.

Registration is limited to 100 participants.

2017 Global Premier Soccer Camp

August 7th-11th- Middlebury Recreation Fields Ages 4-6 — 9am-12pm $120.00 Resident $138 Non Residents (includes T-shirt) Ages 7-14 — 9am-3pm $195.00 Residents $224.25 Non Residents (includes T-shirt) GPS coaches are licensed (USSF/NSCAA/SFA/FA) male and female soccer coaches from Europe. The GPS Juniors Program (4-6 years) teaches the fundamentals of soccer using a fun and energetic curriculum and facilitates the development of motor and coordination skills. The Technical Training Program is for players aged 7-14 years.

Consisting of four days of technical training, each day focuses on a different technique followed by a final day of games allowing players to showcase the skills they’ve learned. Players will be divided by age and ability and receive an age appropriate, and fun training experience provided by our professional coaching staff.

Register: Online or in person starting May 12th. Space is limited so register early! www.gps-vermont.com

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 11, 2017 MIDDLEBURY MAYHEM YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMP JULY 24th- JULY 28th Grades 3-9 If your child loves playing basketball and is interested in taking his or her game to the next level than this is the perfect camp for them! Players will receive instruction from Coach Randy Stockwell with assistance from Dustin Hunt and local players and coaches. We will focus on perfecting the basic fundamental skills while giving your player the tools to be successful as they move up through the local basketball program. This camp will include specialized drills, fun games and scrimmages every day. Campers will also receive a T-shirt the last day of camp.

Children going into grades 3rd- 6th will practice from 10am-12pm daily.

The cost for this age group is $110 dollars for Residents and $120 for Non-Residents Children going into grades 7th-9th will practice from 1pm-4pm daily.

The cost for this age group is $135 dollars for Residents and $150.00 for Non-Residents Registration will begin Thursday May 1st.

For more information contact Dustin Hunt 802-388-8100 ext 216 or dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org With Special Appearances by local College and High School Coaches!

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Instructor: Tracey Harrington Email 4.mt.mice@gmail.com or at (802)388-2882.

Dates and time: Monday - Friday from 10:00AM-Noon from July 31st to August 4th Location: MUMS Field Cost: Resident - $50.00, Non-resident - $57.50 This program is an introductory camp for girls entering 4th, 5th, or 6th grades interested in learning the basics about field hockey. Players will learn dribbling, push passing, and hitting techniques as well as basic field positioning and small group play.

Participants should have sturdy sneakers, shin guards, and a molded mouth guard. There will be sticks available to borrow, or girls my bring their own.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 11, 2017 SUN STYLE TAI CHI Moderate-Advanced Level

Sun-Style Tai Chi 73 Forms

Certified Instructor: Karen Glauber Contact: kglauber117@gmail.com Dates: Monday and Wednesdays 10:45am-11:45am May 15 - Aug 16 Fee: Free to adults 50 years of age and older Location: Multi-purpose Room, New Recreation Facility, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury This class is designed for people who have completed levels 1 and 2 of the Sun Style Tai Chi for Fall Prevention.

It will revisit the Tai Chi forms that have been taught in levels 1 and 2 courses, with ongoing, greater depth into Tai Chi principles, alignment, and subtlety of the forms and flow. Mindfulness practices will be explored and developed through our Tai Chi practice, including breath awareness. This course will increase muscle memory of the Tai Chi forms and can improve strength, balance, agility, flexibility and range of motion through the slow, flowing Tai Chi movements. Current research suggests that the ancient healing art of Tai Chi harmonizes mind, body, and subtle energies in the body, and has been shown to reduce inflammatory illnesses, heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure while promoting feelings of well-being.

This program is a joint sponsorship by Age Well and the Middlebury Town Recreation Department, and is extended to all 50 years of age and older at no charge.

Donations to sustain the program are welcome and can be mailed directly to Age Well, 76 Pearl St, Suite 201, Essex Junction, VT 05452.”

To register or to inquire about joining the class, contact Karen Glauber at 989-7532.

Instructor: Susan Wallis. To register, contact by email at swallis@wcvt.com or by phone at 453-5600.

Dates and time: Fridays from 1:00-2:00PM during July and August.

Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building Multi-purpose Room (154 Creek Road, Middlebury) This class is a continuation of the 73 Forms class offered during the Fall and Winter sessions, 2016-2017.

It is open to anyone with any experience in the 73.

Cost: Free of charge for seniors 50 years old and over.

Donations to support the program are appreciated and can be sent directly to Age Well/76 Pearl Street Suite 201, Essex Junction, VT 05452. Please indicate the donation is for a tai chi program.

Tai Chi for Beginners

Instructor: Susan Wallis. To register, contact by email at swallis@wcvt@gmail.com or by phone at 453-5600.

Dates and time: Fridays from 2:30-3:30PM during July and August Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building Multipurpose Room (154 Creek Rd, Middlebury) Cost: No fee This is an entry level class, but those with experience in tai chi who would like to review or refresh their skills or simply do maintenance practice are welcome! We will learn basic tai chi movements. All tai chi improves balance and increases strength as well as calming the mind. And this is an air-conditioned space

Bone Builders Osteoporosis Exercise Program

Who: Adults ages 55+ Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:00-4:00pm Location: Middlebury Recreation Center- 154 Creek Rd. Cost: Absolutely Free!

What: Bone Builders is a strength training and balance exercise program for men and women designed to address the issue of osteoporosis. The program is delivered by trained and certified volunteers.

Individuals that participated in a weight training program twice weekly gained in bone density, muscle strength, balance, flexibility, energy and well being.

For More Information: Call 388-7044 or visit www. volunteersinvt.org

Specialized Natural Health Care of Vermont Dr. Matthew Perchemlides is a licensed naturopathic physician specializing in integrative medicine, including naturopathic oncology and chronic disease.

Providing primary care to all family members, immune support for families and energy support for parents.

802-989-7669 • 5 Park Street, Middlebury www.DoctorPerch.com

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TEEN SUMMER CAMP ACT is ready to roll out another summer packed with fun and adventure.

Each week we will challenge ourselves on the rock wall, take on friends in paintball, explore the mountains in Vermont, discover new places to swim, cliff jump, and SUP, build new skills and learn more about the world of STEM. For more information and specific descriptions of each week’s activities, disclaimers, and registration, please visit our website: www. middteens.org. Open to all graduates of 6th grade to 15 years of age.

Summer Camp Details & Hours: ACT Summer Camp will be from 8:30am – 4:30pm with programming occurring from 9am – 4:30pm.

• Session #1: Rock Climbing June 26 – June 29 • Session #2: Extreme Outdoors July 10 – July 13 • Session #3: Wilderness & Exploration

July 17 – July 20 • Session #4: Water Sports July 24 – July 27 • Session #5: S.T.E.M. July 31st - August 3rd

Summer Camp Location: Each day will start and end at our Addison Central Teens location: 77 Mary Hogan Drive, Middlebury, VT, 05753

Cost and Registration: $75 per session.

Registration forms and instructions can be found at www.middteens.org ACT Staff Contact Information: Colby Benjamin, ACT Director Email: colby@addisonteens.com Phone: (802) 734-6755 The summer camp program is made possible in part by the Union #2 Lodge of the Free and Accepted Masons.

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We promote waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting, and provide for the disposal of remaining wastes for our 20 participating towns.

Addison, Bridport, Bristol, Cornwall, Ferrisburgh, Goshen, Leicester, Lincoln, Middlebury, Monkton, New Haven, Orwell, Panton, Ripton, Shoreham, Starksboro, Vergennes, Waltham, Weybridge, Whiting

PROGRAMS

Midd-Summer Wrestling Camp

Instructors: Jonathan Ashley, Ethan Raymond, Gabe Laberge.

Contact: by email at ashley@gmavt.net or by phone at (802)522-9733.

Dates and time: July 21st - Session One: 4:30-5:45PM Session Two: 6:00-8:30PM

July 22nd - Session One: 12:00-2:00PM

Session Two: 2:30-5:30PM Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building (154 Creek Rd, Middlebury) Cost: Residents - $20. Non-residents - $23.

This is a camp planned for new and beginner wrestlers to try the sport. Wrestling games, videos, and activities are planned for maximum fun. Experienced wrestlers are also welcome to get back on the mats. If you’ve thought about trying wrestling for the first time, this will be a good chance to give it a shot. Camp content will be adjusted based on the experience levels of the campers. Our coaching staff has worked with all age levels and abilities. Participants can wear short and t-shirts and are welcome to bring water bottles.

Wrestling shoes can be borrowed for the camp from our shoe pool.

Session One is for students entering 2nd to 5th grade.

Session Two is for students entering 6th to 10th grade.

No experience is needed!

PICKLEBALL The fastest growing sport sweeping the nation has come to Middlebury! There are three indoor courts at the Middlebury Rec. Facility, 154 Creek Rd and 3+ located at Middlebury Recreation Park.

To learn more about Pickleball, view the schedule and sign-up to play visit their brand new website: http:// acpickleball.weebly.com/

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H Technical Assistance to Businesses & Towns H Compost Bin Sales

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CALL US FOR INFORMATION ON: H How to Reduce Waste Generation H Where and How to Recycle H How to Compost at Home H Where to Dispose of Trash

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The District Transfer Station accepts:

(Station is open Mon - Fri 7AM to 3PM and Sat 8AM to 1PM)

3 Appliances 3 Asbestos 3 Books 3 Construction and Demolition Debris 3 Cooking Oil 3 Electronic Waste 3 Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Ballasts 3 Food Scraps 3 Furniture and Mattresses 3 Household Hazardous Waste* 3 Household and Automotive Batteries 3 Leaf & Yard Waste 3 Maple Sap Tubing 3 Natural Wood Waste 3 Propane Tanks 3 Reusable Household Goods & Building Materials 3 Scrap Metal 3 Secure Document Destruction 3 Textiles 3 Tires 3 Used Motor Oil, Oil Filters & Antifreeze

*Collected at the Transfer Station Monday through Friday, 8AM to 2PM and Saturday, 8AM to 1PM.

Call us at 388-2333, or visit our website at www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org

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Fall Soccer 2017 Early Registration Playing Times: Division 1- Grades 1 and 2 (Coed) Wednesday and Friday 3:30-4:45 Division 2- Grades 3 and 4 (Gender Specific) -

Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-5:00 Division 3- Grades 5 and 6 (Gender Specific) – Boys: Monday and Friday 3:30-5 Girls: Monday and Thursday 5-6:30 (Note: 5/6 grade girls play later in the evening so that any girls interested in participating in the field hockey program on Monday afternoons may do so) • All practices will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park • Program will begin the week of Sept 4th. 1/2 grade will practice on Wed the 6th only, 3/4 graders will practice Thursday the 7th only.

• Registrations will begin online and in person on Friday, May 12th • We ask that all players be registered on or before Friday September 1st.

Fee: $70 for Residents of Middlebury, $80.50 for Non-Residents (Scholarships available) *Each player will receive a ball and

jersey to keep* If you are interested in coaching a team please email Dustin Hunt dhunt@ townofmiddlebury.org or call 388-8100 ext 216 Preschool and Kindergarten Soccer (Ages 4-5) This 6 week session will focus on teaching the basic fundamentals of soccer. This program is designed to be clinic-based skills work which will help players get ready for the next level of competitive soccer while keeping it fun and engaging. The groups will be age specific this year and we will be limiting it to 20 players per age group so we can keep the group sizes small and offer more one on one direction.

Dates and Time: Monday Sept 11th-October 16th.

4 Year olds- 3:30-4:25

5 Year olds- 4:30-5:25 Cost: $50 for Residents, $57.50 Non-Residents Register: Starting May 12th on www. middleburyparksandrec.org

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CALLING ALL CYCLISTS! Walk & Roll to School Days, first Wednesday of month- Learn rules of road. Navigate safely in different weather and seasonal conditions. Be visible.

Use crosswalks. Have fun. Mary Hogan 6th graders will be invited to a practice bike ride from Mary Hogan to MUMS after school on June 7. Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes.

Bike to Work & School Week, May 15-19- Try this week of biking to work and school during May, which is National Bike Month. Post your miles at nationalbikechallenge.org.

Hosted by American League of Cyclists.

Human Powered Parade & Celebration, Sat. May 20, 12-4 pm A regional celebration of the capacity of the bicycle and the creative force of the human being for the end of bike to work/ bike to school week. Begins at Bristol Recreation Center with a BMX/ skateboard show and community bike decorating.

Followed by a parade to the town green for a festival with a bike-powered stage, local performers, local food, bike-powered items and art and tabling from advocacy organizations. Hosted by Bristol Recreation and Bristol Safe Routes.

Safety Day, Wed. May 24- Mary Hogan School will host a day of safety awareness on a wide range of areas including fire, bus, bike and hunter safety for students during school. More to come. Rain date May 25.

Vermont Gran Fondo, Sat. July 1- Starts at Woodchuck Hard Cider. The climbing will be no less challenging, the views every bit as breathtaking, and the post-ride party kicked up a notch. Volunteers

needed! For more, see www.vermontgranfondo.com.

Middbikeped- Interested in hearing about or helping efforts to make Middlebury and Addison County bike and pedestrian friendly? Join the middbikeped email list by going to: sites.google.com/site/middbikeped.

Middlebury Safe Routes- Middlebury achieved the highest level in Safe Routes to School VT, which encourages walking and biking to school regularly and safely. Students who walk and bike to school tend to arrive ready to learn and be healthier overall. Fewer children being driven to school reduces car congestion and improves air quality.

We monitor traffic patterns and student travel behavior, plan activities to teach bike skills and rules of the road, and recommend improvements to roads, parking lots, drop offs, sidewalks, crosswalks, traffic lights, signage, bus routes, bike routes, bike racks, and more. For more information or to help, contact Middlebury Safe Routes Coordinator Laura Asermily at lasermily@ yahoo.com or 388-9478.

Walk/Bike Council of Addison County- Following the deaths of four cyclists in the region Local Motion and Addison County Regional Planning teamed up to recruit and guide a citizen-led advisory council to focus efforts on bringing positive change for those wanting to safely walk and cycle in our region. If you want to keep informed or assist, join the middbikeped email list (above) or visit Walk/Bike Council of Addison County online.

Slow down for a safer town!- Walkers hit by cars at 40 mph have 15% survival rate while those hit at 20 mph have 85% chance of survival.

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Camps

PTR Certified Tennis Professional Franz Collas will lead a staff of pros including Heather Potter, and junior pros Brianna Cotroneo and Ziven McCarty to offer tennis programming for children pre-school to age 13. Tennis lessons will include instruction, drills, and a variety of fun play-based games. Lessons will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park. In the event of inclement weather, lessons will be held at Middlebury Indoor Tennis (located behind Middlebury Fitness).

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday classes will meet at regularly scheduled times; Monday and Friday will TINY SWINGERS (AGES 5 AND UNDER) Using USTA red starter balls, participants will be introduced to the game of tennis by focusing on hand/eye coordination and ball control.

All Lessons are from 9:00-9:30am Session 1- June 26th-June 30th Session 2- July 3rd-July 7th Session 3 – July 10th- July 14th Session 4- July 24th- July 28th Session 5- July 31st- Aug 4th Fee: $60 Residents $69 Non-Residents

meet from 10:30-12:00 on rain days only. For more information, please contact Franz Collas at 802-3497794 or sojotennis@gmail.com or Heather Potter at 802-458-5283 or hpotter897@gmail.com.

LITTLE ACES (AGES 6-9) Depending on skill level, participants will use USTA red or orange starter balls and learn basic ground strokes and volleys.

In addition, participants will learn play-based games, basic tennis rules, and expectations for court conduct.

All lessons are from 9:30-10:30am Session 1- June 26th-June 30th Session 2- July 3rd-July 7th Session 3– July 10th- July 14th Session 4- July 24th- July 28th Session 5- July 31st- Aug 4th Fee: $80 Residents $92.00 Non-Residents

RAIN CONTINGENCY: Rain contingency information is as follows: a. Mondays and Fridays: 10:30 am – noon b. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 9:00 – 10:30 am

HOT SHOTS AGES 10-13 (RECOMMENDED) Helpful to have prior tennis experience and general knowledge, but not required.

Participants will develop consistency with basic ground strokes and volleys, practice shot placement, and learn to serve and return.

All lessons are from 9:00-10:30am Session Session Session Session Session

1- June 26th-June 30th 2- July 3rd-July 7th 3 – July 10th- July 14th 4- July 24th- July 28th 5- July 31st- Aug 4th

Fee: $90 Residents $103.50 Non-Residents

Private Lessons Private lessons are available to people of all ages. Price is $60 per hour.

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18-mile & 6-mile timed runs, 2-mile family fun run/walk.

All courses are loops on pristine trails through woods, farmland, meadow and river valleys, circumnavigating the town.

LOCATION

Start & end at Wright Park in Middlebury, VT. Postrace celebration with refreshments, prizes & music. All welcome, any ability.

Event hosted by the Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT).

All proceeds help to maintain & improve the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM).

Registration open now at http://www.maltvt.org

Whatever your goal, we’ll help you get there.

join today Youth 50% off Memberships Enrollment Fees Starting at $30/month

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middfit.com | 388-3744 | 175 wilson road, middlebury

Peer Addiction Recovery Support Our mission is to offer peer-to-peer recovery support, social activities, recovery, coaching, education and advocacy to people seeking recovery from substance use disorders, as well as their families and friends.

At the center, our Pathways Guide, staff and volunteers are dedicated to helping those struggling with an opiate addiction.

For a list of scheduled recovery meetings, groups and recovery information, visit: www.turningpointaddisonvt.org

NEW ADDRESS

Call (802) 388-4249 or simply stop by the Turning Point Center 54 Al Creek Road • Middlebury

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 11, 2017 Beginners and Intro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids

Kids West African Dance Class

Instructor: Seny Daffe, Contact: senydaffe4@gmail. com 802-349-5941; 802-453-5664 Who: Ages 7 and up Schedule: Thursdays 4:30-5:15pm (starting June 29th) Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Multi-Purpose Room Cost: $72 per session (6 weeks), Must pre-register, 5 student minimum needed to run class Description: This is a fun, active class for kids 7+ who are interested in learning traditional West African dance, with the meaning and purpose of the dances woven into the teaching. Warm-up and dance will be accompanied by live drumming.

West African Dance Class

Instructor: Seny Daffe, Contact: senydaffe4@gmail. com 802-349-5941; 802-453-5664 Who: Ages 15 and Up Schedule: Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Gym\ (starting June 29th) Cost: $15.00 per class Description: Seny Daffe grew up in Guinea, West Africa where dancing and drumming are inseparable from their culture. He was trained by various master instructors of these arts and has taught throughout W. Africa, Europe and the U.S. This will be an exciting, lively class for all levels of experience, accompanied by live drumming.

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Instructor: Kemi Fuentes-George.

Contact by email at george.kemi@gmail.com or by phone at (802)382-9498.

Dates and time: 9:00 - 10:30AM. Week One: July 17th - 21st. Week Two: July 24th - 28th.

Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building (154 Creek Road) In this course, students will learn some of the basic techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) in week-long modules over two weeks. BJJ is a martial art for a smaller, weaker person to protect him or herself from a larger, more athletic attacker. It teaches students how to control the distance of engagement, attain the dominant or safe position, and use leverage to end a fight. Although highly effective, it is known as “The Gentle Art,” since it can be practiced in a safe and fun manner.

Cost: $75 per week or $130 for both weeks.

Students may additionally purchase a BJJ Revolution Team Gi for $110. This is recommended for the class.

The gi may be used in all forthcoming jiu jitsu classes and at the Revolution BJJ parent school in Williston, VT. Gis are required for students who continue BJJ in the fall.

If a gi is purchased, specify white, black, or blue.

Give the approximate height and weight of the child for proper sizing. They must be ordered two weeks in advance.

Beginners and Intro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Adults

Instructor: Kemi Fuentes-George. Contact by email at george.kemi@gmail.com or by phone at (802)382-9498.

Dates and time: 5:30 - 7:00PM. Week One: July 17th - 21st. Week Two: July 24th - 28th.

Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building (154 Creek Road) In this course, students will learn some of the basic techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) in week-long modules over two weeks. BJJ is a martial art for a smaller, weaker person to protect him or herself from a larger, more athletic attacker. It teaches students how to control the distance of engagement, attain the dominant or safe position, and use leverage to end a fight. Although highly effective, it is known as “The Gentle Art,” since it can be practiced in a safe and fun manner.

Cost: $85 per week or $150 for both weeks Students may additionally purchase a BJJ Revolution Team Gi for $150. This is recommended for the class.

The gi may be used in all forthcoming jiu jitsu classes and at the Revolution BJJ parent school in Williston, VT. Gis are required for students who continue BJJ in the fall.

If a gi is purchased, specify white, black, or blue.

Give the approximate height and weight for proper sizing. Gis must be ordered and paid for at least 2 weeks in advance.

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Josh Hardt’s Wilderness Survival and Bushcraft Camp

Instructor: Josh Hardt Email: jhardt@rnesu.org Ages: 10+ Dates and Time: Monday July 31st- Friday August 4th 9am-4pm Location: Locations for each day of class will be emailed to participants before camp starts Cost: $175 for residents and $200 for non-residents Description: In a time of high tech gadgetry and an increased disconnect from our surroundings, this camp offers a real time immersion into a handson woods based camp.

Campers will learn to observe and absorb the forested landscape of the Middlebury area.

Making fire and cooking meals, harvesting wild plants, building primitive structures and tracking animals will be some of the earth based skills that campers will experience.

The result will be a deeper relationship with the natural world an experience not soon forgotten.

These camps will be run by Joshua Hardt, a Vermont native whose life has been motivated by an inquiry into all things wild. Josh has lived and guided in the Rocky Mountains and the oceans and summits of Alaska.

Josh has guided expeditionary paddling in the Gulf of Alaska to the Nulhegan River; fly fishing from the Upper Connecticut to the Kenai; Mountaineering in the Chugach to the Presidentials’. Josh is a co-founder of the Moosalamoo Center at Otter Valley High School and is also is a professor of Outdoor Recreation at Castleton University where he teaches classes ranging from Primitive Skills to backcountry skiing and snowboarding.

He holds certifications in: Wilderness First Responder, AMGA single-pitch climbing instructor, ACA paddling instructor, AIARE level 2 avalanche instruction and ARC lifeguard and is a SOLO certified wilderness first-aid instructor

Get Your Team Gear Here!

388-3444 www.middleburyshop.com

Vermont Wilds Day Camp

Instructor: Josh Hardt Email: jhardt@rnesu.org Ages: 8+ Dates and Time: Monday July 17th- Friday July 21st 9am-4pm Location: Locations for each day of class will be emailed to participants before camp starts Cost: $175 for residents and $200 for non-residents Description: In this camp, campers will explore the mountains, waterways and forests of Vermont. All the while campers will experience things like paddling, climbing, survival skills and fly fishing. Students will meet at dynamic locations within minutes of downtown Middlebury for an adventure of a childhood.

Do You Play the Garden Game?

Growing fun for the Whole Family!

More details at www.addisonindependent.com

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Middlebury Studio School - Summer Art Camps 2017 All camps will be from 9-11:30 AM and are held at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave., Middlebury, VT June 21-23, Weird & Amazing Art Instructor: Eileen Gombosi Did you know that you can create a mini mural on a banana? Draw a picture that magically changes.

Explore the slightly weird & always amazing world of optical illusions & unusual materials in art. Bring a snack and wear your art clothes. For ages 6 and up. 3 Days. Tuition $90 - materials included June 26-30, Cosmic Creations Instructor: Eileen Gombosi Imagine & build cosmic creatures or even a moon flower. Use pastels to create pictures of outer space.

What would your house, pet or garden look like if you lived on Mars? Make a lunar lantern & a Japanese Moon Box. Wear paint clothes and bring a snack. For ages 6 and up. Tuition $150 - materials included July 3-7 (no camp on the 4th) Fairyland Creatures and Homes Instructor: Tahira Whitcomb-Paulson Come build enchanting homes and worlds for the magical wee folk! We will use materials from nature, found objects, and other art materials to build these mystical homes and the fairies that live there. Wear your paint clothes, bring a snack and venture into fairyland!

Ages 6 and up. Bring a snack. 4 days. Tuition $120 - materials included July 10-14, Where the Wild Things Are Instructor: Kathy Hall Get ready for an art adventure! Projects will include making some wild and gigantic masks as well as using a variety of materials and mediums to create some fantastic creatures out of paper and cloth. Campers will get inspiration from favorite fictional characters, animals, fantasy creatures, or something entirely from their imaginations. Be prepared to get messy and have fun! Wear paint clothes. Bring a drink/ snack. Ages 6-12. Tuition $150 - materials included.

July 17-21, Art of China Instructor: Yinglei Zhang We will learn to do Chinese Paintings of birds, flowers and landscapes. Learn how to do Chinese calligraphy and paper cutting. Find out about Chinese

Opera and Taiji. Wear paint clothes and bring a snack and drink. Ages 6 and up. Tuition $150 - materials included July 24-28, Viking Art Adventure Instructor: Tahira Whitcomb-Paulson In this camp we will learn about Viking culture as we build shields and helmets, design Viking brooches, paint our dragon headed ships and prepare to sail into the unknown. Bring your imagination, paint clothes, snack and a drink. Ages 8 and up. Tuition $150 materials included July 31-Aug 4, Birds of a Feather Instructor: Tahira Whitcomb-Paulson During this camp we will transform ourselves into giant birds as we design and construct our own beaky masks and feathery wings. We will also work in different mediums, including drawing and painting, using craft supplies and found objects from nature to create what the many-colored birds of the world inspire in us. Wear your paint clothes and bring a snack and drink. Ages 7 and up.

Tuition $150 - materials included Aug. 7-10 (no camp on Aug 11), Animals in Art Instructor: Eileen Gombosi In this class we will be doing tons of art projects that involve drawing, painting and printing (you guessed it!) animals! Students will come up with their own ideas of which animals (real or imaginary!) to make into their own art. We will create with paint, paper, fabric, 3-D constructions, and more. Wear your paint clothes, prepare to get messy and have fun! Bring a snack and drink. Ages 6 and up. Tuition $120 - materials included Aug. 14-18 (no camp on Aug 16), Art of Egypt Instructor: Tahira Whitcomb-Paulson Join us as we delve into ancient tombs of Egypt and make our own jewelry, paintings, headdresses, statues, and more, inspired by what we find there.

Paint your eyes with Kohl (non-toxic face paint), learn to write secret messages in Hieroglyphs, and listen to the fantastic tales of the Egyptian Pantheon. Wear your paint clothes. Bring a snack and drink. Ages 7 and up. 4 days. Tuition $120 - materials included

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Program Registration Form • Please fill out every field of this form.

• Parent must sign bottom of form if participant is under 18 years of age.

• You can put multiple children on each form.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation 154 Creek Rd., Middlebury, VT 05753 www.experiencemiddlebury.com 388-8100 x205 or x216 Mailing address: 77 Main Steet

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PLEASE PRINT & COMPLETE ENTIRE FORM Family Last Name:

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RELEASE: I understand that there are risks of physical injury inherent in participating in sports and recreational activities. I understand that the Town of Middlebury does not carry health or accident insurance for participants of its programs, and strongly advises paticipants to carry adequate coverage for themselves and their family. I am aware of the particular risks involved in the above programs and have considered these risks before registering myself or my child. I hereby release the Town of Middlebury, its employees, and agents from any liability of personal injury, or the loss or damage to personal property which I or my child may experience in connection with activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. I hereby consent to any medical procedures deemed advisable for my child in the event I cannot be reached and my child has sustained an injury. I hereby consent to the use of my or my child’s photo, video, etc. by the department for flyers, presentations, etc.

NOTE: All programs are on a first-come, first-served basis. Space may be limited in some programs!

Signature of Participant (parent if under 18)

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Community.

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Find the winners of our pet photo contest plus read some pet stories in our Arts+Leisure section.

The Panther nine swept a series to earn the program’s first postseason berth since 2011. See Page 1B.

On the road Runners, start your engines! The Middlebury Maple Run is coming up May 7. See Page 13A.

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By GAEN MURPHREE MIDDLEBURY — The uproar at Middlebury College surrounding Charles Murray’s controversial speaking engagement last month has ignited a conversation — both divisive and necessary, full of conflicting claims and voices — over the value of free speech and the nature of inclusivity not just on campus, but in America today.

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