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Festival on-the-Green, powered by volunteers, returns to Middlebury next week. See Arts + Leisure.
On July 4 the best outhouse racers in the world (OK, Bristol) dueled. Read about the drama on Page 1B.
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Mount Abe settles teacher and support staff contracts
Civil War soldier given his due
By GAEN MURPHREE BRISTOL — School boards and unions representing teachers and support staff in the Bristolarea schools late last month ratified new teacher and support staff contracts that cover the next
By JOHN FLOWERS SALISBURY — For 138 years now, the solitary, lustrous marble marker off Salisbury’s Lower Plains Road has been a source of curiosity for generations of passersby. Who chose eternal sleep at this unlikely spot?
two school years. On the whole, employees will see pay increases in each of the two years and their contribution to health insurance will rise after Jan. 1, 2018. (See Contracts, Page 7A)
Solitary Salisbury grave finally put on map by two local veterans Those intrigued enough to stop for a closer look have been rewarded with a glimpse of the final resting place of Phineas “Riley” Rice, whose patriotism prompted him to drop his shovel on a Vermont farm and pick up a rifle that he would carry onto the blood-soaked fields of Gettysburg, Pa.,
Flood slams Brandon, and county roads washed out
in July of 1863. One could say that Riley Rice has been hidden in plain sight, for it was only due to the recent efforts of fellow local veteran Tom Scanlon that the grave site of the late farmhand-turnedsoldier was accurately recorded in (See Civil War veteran, Page 12A)
Vergennes overall tax rate rising 1.8 percent
By LEE J. KAHRS and JOHN S. McCRIGHT BRANDON/ADDISON COUNTY — No one standing on Center Street in Brandon Saturday evening could believe their eyes. Forty days after Brandon celebrated the completion of a $2.3 million flood overflow culvert under Route 7, there it was, doing its job, diverting millions of gallons of muddy water from the raging Neshobe River and saving the downtown from a flood just like the one in 2011. Suddenly, $2.3 million was a small price to pay. “It makes me sick to my stomach to think about what if it wasn’t completed,” said Brandon Town Manager Dave Atherton on Sunday. “It’s good to see a multi-milliondollar project work the way it’s supposed to. The way the water came up was just crazy.” After a rain-soaked month capped by several consecutive days of rain, including a long afternoon of occasional downpours on Saturday, residents in Brandon, Addison County and in many other parts of the Green Mountain State saw streams, creeks and rivers overflow their banks, prompting the closure of many roads and concerns about other infrastructure. While downtown Brandon was spared a repeat of the flooding that came with Tropical Storm Irene in August 2011, it was déjà vu for residents of Newton Road in Forest Dale. The Neshobe River did not back up onto Furnace Road this time, but it swept large boulders down the river, creating a dam effect and forcing the flood water across and down Newton Road. The water came halfway up the side of the High Pond Woodworking building by 4 p.m. Friday afternoon before slowly receding. Farther down the road, Nick (See Flooding, Page 11A)
Happy 241!
BRISTOL CELEBRATED AMERICA’S 241st birthday Tuesday with its annual parade through downtown. The color guard, above, led off the parade, and among those that followed were Starksboro Little Leaguers armed with refreshing squirt guns, left, and balloon vendors, below, selling to the large crowd. For more photos from the parade see Page 10A. Independent photos/Trent Campbell
By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — With the Vermont Department of Taxes release late on Friday, June 30, Vergennes officials said the overall city residential tax rate will rise by about 4.25 cents, or about 1.8 percent. For fiscal year 2017-2018, owners of city homes will be taxed at a rate of $2.4375 per $1,000 of assessed value. That figure State includes the 81cent municipal officials tax rate the pegged the Vergennes City Vergennes Council adopted on June 27 in homestead, order to pay for or city services. residential, The council tax rate at chose to use about $73,000 of $1.6237 a projected year- for those end fund balance who pay of at least solely on $140,000 to help fund services the value from July 2017 of their to June 2018, property. while retaining the rest of the fund balance as a safety net. Added to the overall rate is an amount paid to the state that accounts for school tax revenue lost because of property-tax exemptions for disabled veterans and the Masonic building on School Street; it amounts to 0.38 cent on the tax rate, according to City Manager Mel Hawley. The overall residential tax rate also includes the homestead school tax rate. State officials pegged the Vergennes homestead, or residential, tax rate at $1.6237 for those who pay solely on the value of their property. (See School tax, Page 12A)
Former Greg’s market sold; new owner keen By the way to re-establish grocery
LONGTIME MIDDLEBURY BUSINESSMAN Tony Neri has acquired the former Greg’s Meat Market property at 3 Elm St. and the Pool World building at 30 MacIntyre Lane. Neri hopes to reintroduce a grocery store in the Greg’s building and tear down or move Pool World.
Independent photo/John S. McCright
By JOHN FLOWERS MacIntyre Lane. He wants to move MIDDLEBURY — Longtime or tear down the Pool World building Middlebury businessman Tony Neri and replace it with additional parking has purchased the former Greg’s for his supermarket re-boot. Meat Market property at But Neri acknowledged 3 Elm St. and hopes to “It could his plan faces some return it to its former life potential challenges. as a neighborhood grocery happen in The Pool World 60 days, store. building, erected in 1912, “It could happen in 60 it could has been featured on the days, it could take six take six state Register of Historic months, but it’s going Places since 1992, in spite to happen,” Neri said on months, of what some might call Monday of his effort to but it’s a dubious architectural rekindle a supermarket going to pedigree. The structure is operation that has been in “pretty rugged” shape, happen.” dormant since April 2015, Neri said. The building, — Tony Neri once much larger, was when former Greg’s owner Bart Litvin filed for mainly used for feed and bankruptcy protection and closed grain storage, according to state the much-loved store after having records. owned it for six years. Neri has requested that the Pool Neri said he paid $380,000 to TD World building be delisted from the Bank for the Greg’s building and state register. And it looks like state (See Neri, Page 7A) adjacent Pool World structure at 30
What does the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) pay for? In our neck of the woods it recently announced $45,000 in funding for two arts organizations. This year’s local recipients are the Vermont Folklife Center in (See By the way, Page 7A)
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Brownell brings diverse resumé to health agency Has background in management, nursing By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Tim Brownell has long admired Vermont as a frequent visitor. Now he gets to live and work in the Green Mountain State, as the new executive director of Addison County Home Health & Hospice. Brownell recently joined ACHHH after having spent more than 25 years serving in various management roles with other home health and hospice organizations throughout the country. He most recently served as divisional director of Hospice for Community Health Systems, a large hospital system based in Franklin, Tenn. Prior to that, he was vice president of business operations for a large multi-state pediatric and adult home health care company called “Loving Care Agency,” in New Jersey. Brownell succeeds former ACHHH Executive Director Sherry Greifzu, who has moved to Connecticut to be closer to her family, according to Maureen Conrad, the organization’s director of development. Greifzu agreed to take the reins of the ACHHH on an interim basis in December 2015, following the resignation of longtime Executive Director Larry Goetschius. ACHHH is one of the county’s largest employers, with 155 fulland part-time workers providing a wide range of home-based health care services to county residents from birth to death. The organization conducted an extensive search and offered the job to Brownell this spring. Brownell has been on the job for around eight weeks. Elissa Cobb, president of the ACHHH board, indicated Brownell rose to the top of the candidates’ list, in part, because of his diverse resume within the health care field. In addition to being an experienced home health administrator, Brownell is a Registered Nurse. “It is rare to find a person such as Tim, who has breadth and depth of experience in all aspects of our agency from nursing and hospice care in the field to the multi-faceted managerial background that is necessary to support the future success of our agency in uncertain times,” Cobb said in an emailed statement to the Addison Independent. After having spent much time working at some large health care organizations, Brownell began looking for a professional change. He kept an eye out for opportunities in New England. He saw the ACHHH job opening as an avenue through which to make an impact on a more rural agency in one of his family’s favorite settings: Vermont. Brownell and his wife Kathi have spent many vacations in the Green Mountain State, and they have some good friends in Stowe. “We fell in love with Vermont, going back 12 or 13 years,” he said. “We finally had this opportunity.” Brownell continues to get his feet wet in his new role, but he’s been very impressed with what he’s seen so far. “I came to realize pretty quick-
Mount Abe embraces collaborative approach ‘Critical Issues’ helps close deal, build trust
TIM BROWNELL, THE new executive director of Addison County Home Health and Hospice, brings more than a quarter century of management and clinical experience to the job.
Independent photo/Trent Campbell
ly how passionate the staff is U.S. Senate is considering the here toward the patients and the Republican-authored Better Care community,” Brownell said. “It’s Reconciliation Act, which would something I haven’t experienced in replace the Affordable Care Act, a while, because being with larger also known as “Obamacare.” This companies and working on a na- major overhaul of the ACA would, tional level, you kind of lose touch in its current form, result in roughwith that. This kind of brings me ly 22 million Americans losing back to my roots and health insurance by allows us to be closer 2026, according to “I came to to the patient.” the non-partisan ConWith that in mind, realize pretty gressional Budget Brownell plans on quickly how Office. The new plan visiting some ACH- passionate the would also affect fedHH patients during staff is here eral health care subsiservice calls by his dies — including the staff. He doesn’t want toward the Medicaid program to be known as a face- patients and — on which organithe community less CEO. zations like the ACH“It’s important to … Being with HH are so dependent stay in touch with the larger companies for reimbursement. patients,” Brownell Brownell said it’s and working on already said. “I think it’s imclear the portant for leadership a national level, federal Medicare to at least get out on you kind of lose program will place occasion to see our touch with that.” more of a priority — patients.” — Tim Brownell when it comes to reHe praised imbursement — on Greifzu’s stewardship what he called “valof the organization, which he said ue-based purchasing.” So it will has made his transition into the job be in the ACHHH’s best interest to much easier. follow such a script, he said. “We feel we’re on the right “(Medicare) wants to get the track,” Brownell said. best bang for the dollar, so they At the same time, he realizes the want the best agencies that present challenges ahead, which he identi- with the highest quality scores,” fied as staff recruitment/retention Brownell said. “It’s a challenge and adapting to future changes in for all agencies at this point to get federal health care programs. The where Medicare wants you.”
Home health and hospice agencies are becoming increasingly important in the health care industry as hospital stays become shorter, Brownell noted. He said ACHHH is well-equipped to meet its growing role. “This also means that our patients are coming home quicker,” Brownell said. “We are prepared, and our nurses understand what’s coming. We will continue to improve as we go along.” Brownell said he and his colleagues will hope for a positive resolution to the current health care battle in Washington, and stressed the ACHHH’s services to patients will continue unimpeded. The ACHHH continues to recruit new staff, including nurses, according to Brownell. He acknowledged the candidate pool “is tight. We hope we can capture those individuals by presenting what home health and hospice is all about and post-acute care is really where the future lies.” Asked to describe his leadership style, Brownell said he has always believed in empowering his employees to participate in the decision making process. “At the same time, you need to make sure your employees are comfortable with that empowerment,” Brownell said. Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.
By GAEN MURPHREE BRISTOL — With contract negotiations now successfully concluded, a school district that just two years ago found itself bitterly embroiled over leadership, trust and communication issues has now emerged as a leader statewide in embracing a collaborative approach to employee contract negotiations. The Mount Abraham Unified School District (as the Addison Northeast Supervisory Union is now called as it moves toward unification) negotiated its next two years of professional and support staff contracts using what’s known as the Critical Issues Bargaining (CIB) process. CIB is widely seen as a win-win approach to contract negotiations that engages stakeholder groups in working toward common goals rather than negotiating from fixed positions. Superintendent Patrick Reen called CIB “an effective alternative to traditional bargaining.” It helped “both parties find mutually acceptable terms that will support our collective work of educating the students of our five-town community,” Reen said. “Whereas negotiations in the past have, at times, damaged relationships in ANeSU, this round of negotiations has strengthened relationships through developing a common understanding of the issues and exploring possible solutions in a collaborative, respectful, productive manner. MAUSD is among the state’s earliest adopters of a collaborative approach to bargaining. According to federal mediator Cynthia Jeffries, who provided training and facilitated the MAUSD negotiations along with colleague Annie Rutsky, the Bristol-area school district now joins schools in the Washington Central Supervisory Union, which have been using a collaborative approach for the past four years. TYPES OF BARGAINING “Positional bargaining (the term for the more typical approach to contract negotiations) is more of an us vs. them approach, a more reactive approach,” said Kristin Blanchette, chair of the MAUSD/ANeSU Bargaining Council. Now in her third round of employee negotiations, Blanchette has first-hand experience of both approaches. “With the collaborative approach, you come up with the issues and then you try to come up with solutions, which is a completely different pro-
cess,” she said. “With the traditional positional bargaining, you never get to hear from the other side why they have an issue. You really don’t. People are just figuring what chip can we trade for what,” she added. “But it’s a very surface process, whereas this is a much deeper process. If you’re willing to listen to other people, you can come to a different understanding.” The district’s first steps toward embracing the CIB process came during the fractious fall of 2015, as teacher contract negotiations hit impasse. Only months earlier, ANeSU teachers had overwhelmingly declared a vote of no confidence in then-Superintendent Dave Adams. Mediator Jeffries recommended both parties get training in the Relationship by Objective approach to conflict resolution. This spurred board members, teachers and support staff toward learning about and then deciding on using Critical Issues Bargaining in this year’s contract negotiations. “We wanted to change our negotiating style,” said Mikaela Frank, president of the Addison Northeast Education Association teachers union. The process began early last fall with two training sessions led by Jeffries and Rutsky. In mid-December 2016 negotiations began in earnest. Frank and Blanchette both explained that Jeffries and Rutsky were on hand throughout the entire process, but as facilitators not as mediators per se. To begin the process, explained Frank, both sides came in with interest statements (which turned out to be almost identical), then worked to establish common interest and brainstorm possible solutions. Each possible solution then went through a feasibility thumbs up-thumbs sideways-thumbs down gauntlet until consensus was achieved. Discussions centered around the commonly agreed upon statement: How can we ensure a competitive and sustainable package for our employees at a cost the taxpayers will support? COLLABORATION BENEFITS In a five-way interview with the Independent, negotiations leaders from all stakeholder groups — Blanchette and Vice Chair Krista Siringo for the school board, Frank for teachers and professional staff, and Deirdre Zele for the ANEDA Education Support Personnel — all agreed that the process brought multiple benefits to all (See Negotiations, Page 3A)
Orwell man dies following Rt. 125 motorcycle crash
BRIDPORT — An Orwell man died after a traffic accident Monday afternoon in which the motorcycle he was driving on Route 125 in Bridport crashed into a car. Lloyd Boyea, 47, was pronounced dead at UVM Medical Center, where he was taken for treatment of injuries from the crash. On July 3 at approximately 2:27 p.m. troopers from the New Haven state police barracks were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash involving a car and motorcycle on Route 125 at the intersection with Basin Harbor Road in Bridport. An ambulance from Middlebury Regional EMS and Bridport firefighters also responded. State police report that a 2006 Toyota Camry driven by a 16-yearold Ferrisburgh resident was northbound on Basin Harbor Road
and stopped at the intersection with Route 125, according to statements from the driver. The Toyota proceeded northbound through the intersection when a 2002 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven eastbound on Route 125 by Boyea slammed into the Toyota. Boyea was transported to UVM Medical Center and the 16-year-old driver was taken to Porter Hospital in Middlebury for evaluation and treatment of unspecified injuries. The motorcycle was presumed to be a total loss, and the Toyota sustained extensive damage to the driver’s side on the front end. Police are investigating the details of the crash, and anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Gurwicz at the New Haven state police barracks at 388-4919.
Addison Independent, Thursday, July 6, 2017 — PAGE 3A
United Way exceeds its fundraising goal
Agency harvests $651K for charity
By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Thanks to some very hard work and the generosity of some local philanthropists, the United Way of Addison County (UWAC) has not only reached — but has slightly eclipsed — its $650,000 fundraising goal for its 2016 campaign, which began last fall and concluded June 30. Reaching that benchmark is a big deal, as UWAC officials in April ruefully predicted the campaign could fall as much as $50,000 short of the mark. The United Way of Addison County has unfortunately fallen short of its annual goal for the past several years, due in large part to competing local, national and international charitable causes, along with the relocation or passing of a growing number of longtime UWAC supporters. “It looked really grim, and we were trying to be realistic,” UWAC Executive Director Kate McGowan said of the earlier, somber forecast. But this year’s fund drive has a happy ending, with a reported $651,364 in the coffers as of late last week, money that will be used to help various local nonprofits that provide essential human services to those in need. It was a campaign that literally came full circle, noted Nancy Luke, UWAC’s manager of development and marketing. The first official donor to the 2016 fund drive last July 1 was also the person who made an additional contribution to put the campaign over the top. “He wanted to make sure that we made goal,” Luke said. That individual, who wished to remain anonymous, gave more than $10,000 to the 2016 campaign, thereby putting him in the highest “Tocqueville” category of givers to UWAC. The 2016 campaign benefitted from eight Tocqueville donors who gave $10,000 or more. McGowan credited Luke, the organization’s board and 2016 campaign co-directors Ira and Linda
Schiffer for kicking the effort into overdrive for the home stretch. “We really took a hard look at who was missing (from the donation list) and did a lot of reaching out,” McGowan said. United Way officials made a particularly vocal pitch to folks in the organization’s Robert Frost category of those who make gifts of $1,000 or more (of which there are 139 this year). McGowan and her colleagues stressed to these donors the importance of United Way-sponsored programs that help clothe, feed, house and counsel people and wean some from addiction. “Many of our donors stepped in with additional gifts,” McGowan said. Also helping push the 2016 campaign over the top was a nice showing from the Chittenden County-based businesses that provide United Way payroll-deduction contributions from their Addison County employees. Luke said UWAC received a combined total of $22,212 through Chittenden County employers. “It was a better performance than I had projected, based on the fact they had declined several thousand dollars in each of the past few years,” Luke said. United Way of Addison County officials are already shifting their attention to the 2017 fund drive, which coincides with UWAC’s 50th anniversary. Officials have set the same $650,000 goal for 2017, along with a separate $50,000 for an “anniversary campaign” that will focus on mentoring and creating country-wide programs related to youth employment. Official roll-out of the 2017 campaign will begin with the annual “Days of Caring” on Sept. 21 and 23. On those days, participating businesses will release some of their employees to work at the various nonprofits that the United Way supports. “We are hoping our community will be as excited about (our 50th) as we are,” Luke said. Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.
Frederick Douglass biographer to speak FERRISBURGH — Who was the most photographed American of the 19th century? Not Abraham Lincoln. Not Mark Twain. It was Frederick Douglass, the ex-slave turned abolitionist and orator. Scholar and author John Stauffer will present his groundbreaking new work, “Picturing Frederick Douglass,” at Rokeby Museum on Sunday, July 23, at 3 p.m. In Stauffer’s new book, Douglass emerges not only as one of the most renowned and popular agitators of the day, but also as a leading pioneer in photography — as both subject and prescient theorist who believed in the explosive power of what was then a new technology and art form. He frequented photographers’ studios regularly and sat for his portrait whenever he could. To Douglass, photography was the great “democratic art” that would finally assert black humanity in place of the slave “thing.” Douglass’s legacy is inseparable from his portrait gallery, which contains 160 separate photographs, now gathered for the first time in Stauffer’s new book, “Picturing
Frederick Douglass.” Books will be available for sale and signing. John Stauffer teaches English and American and African American studies at Harvard University; he has written widely on abolition, the Civil War, and race. Tickets are $2 for the program only or free with Museum admission.
Having a gran old time
A GROUP OF bikers start their leg of the Vermont Gran Fondo in front of the Woodchuck Cidery in Middlebury Saturday morning. Hundreds took part in the fourth annual ride, which crossed three Green Mountain passes and traversed up to 109 miles.
Independent photo/Trent Campbell
Negotiations (Continued from Page 2A) stakeholders. For one thing, this year’s negotiating protected the district’s bottom line. Said Blanchette, “We saved tens of thousands of dollars on fact finding and lawyers, and this settlement is within the bounds of settlements that have occurred in the state.” Negotiations also happened more efficiently because the board, teachers and support staff groups negotiated health care all together. All four also pointed out that because the process involves truly listening to the other party it achieves better solutions than traditional, positional approaches to bargaining. And all emphasized that alongside achieving all of those laudable goals, the process also built good communication and good relationships — critical to the district’s ability to move forward. Having served as ANEDA president for close to a decade, Frank noted the difference in relationships that has resulted from the CIB approach.
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“This process was kind of that final bridge for me to build back that relationship and the trust with the board and with the administration,” she said. “And it was an absolutely incredible thing to be a part of and to be able to sit in a room with people that I now consider friends and that I have a high level of respect and trust for and to be able to have those conversations and to ask hard questions and to be able to have that clarification. “I think the process was successful because of the people that were at the table. As Kristin (Blanchette) said at our last final meeting on Monday: ‘The people at the table matter and everybody that sat at that table had the kids in the forefront and how
do we work from there and how do we reach consensus. It was a very trust-building environment.” All noted that as a new approach to negotiations, sometimes folks needed a nudge away from the old positional style. “We had to wholeheartedly believe in the process in order to end up where we did,” Zele said. “Of course, we had some challenges along the way with some people who were still kind of stuck in the old way of things. But as a leader, I wholeheartedly believed that we could do this. So we went in with that transparency and willingness to talk and be honest and be open with each other and figure things out.” Siringo, who’s also on the MAUSD
board, said now that the district has this experience under its belt, it will build on this approach, including forming a new labor-management committee. “I feel really confident after this process that as that new board moves toward negotiating future contracts we’re in a really great place to do so,” she said. “We’ve built a really strong foundation. Going through this experience first has put us in a really great place to have those conversations with a degree of trust that was not there before. And I think people are really willing and excited to be working together to iron out some of those other things outside negotiations that feels really proactive and beneficial for everyone.”
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The reasons for U.S. troops in the Mid East have changed By Haviland Smith The development and implementation of the Trump administration’s current Afghan policy appears to have been deferred to the Pentagon. All we know about Trump policy toward that region is that he vowed during the presidential campaign to completely destroy ISIS, Al Qaeda and any other threatening terrorist organization. Estimates coming out of the Pentagon indicate the likelihood of an additional commitment of several thousand troops to Afghanistan. Before we make any moves in Afghanistan, it is important to look critically at the past and at our motivation for what to do now and in the future. We got to Afghanistan based on two realities. The immediate catalyst was 9/11. Second, we saw it as a key element in our oil interests in the region — a way to get our foot in the door. The outgrowth of that was our fabricated rationale for the invasion of Iraq, which morphed into our current array of difficult dilemmas in Libya, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states. In short, that momentous decision in 2001 launched us into a region that our government studiously never chose to understand and which was so incredibly complicated that it flummoxed one U.S. administration after another. So, what do we want or expect from our continued military involvement in Afghanistan and the Middle East? Apparently, we would like to see a stable region under democratic rule. We never hear U.S. officials talking about self-determination, only about regime change and democracy. In fact, it makes no ultimate difference what the U.S. wants for Afghanistan and the Middle East. It only matters what they want for themselves, and as long as we are pushing values and ideas that are alien to them, we will never see the end of chaos. Afghanistan’s geographic location has made it an important cog in the Middle East. It has been fought over and occupied for millennia by big powers seeking regional hegemony. That has relatively recently included England, Russia and the United States, and none of those powers has succeeded in changing the country or the minds of its peoples. Over many centuries, those and other struggles have caused hundreds of thousands of Afghan deaths and significant resentment. Given recent developments in the world, oil no longer plays the role that it did 25 years ago. That alters one of our reasons for remaining militarily engaged in the region. Terrorism is our other worry. We were hard hit on 9/11, but that sort of operation against us seems to be far better controlled now than it was in 2001. The fact is that the nature of terrorism has changed. It no longer requires hideaways in the mountains or deserts of the Middle East where terrorists can be given rigorous military training. Terrorism today involves self-motivated, highly disaffected individuals who volunteer to ISIS or any other terrorist organization to carry out suicide attacks. They work with automatic weapons and murderous vehicles. Even bombs are within their reach and recent operations have shown that those weapons can be developed undetected in apartments in major western cities. Terrorists have no need for “bases” like those previously operated in the Middle East. All they need are volunteers and central direction and that can be found, as is now the case, in countries that are not in the reach of U.S. troops assigned to Afghanistan or the Middle East, making them no longer critical to our counterterrorism needs. What, therefore, could possibly motivate U.S. policymakers to continue and even augment a decades-long war that is today virtually irrelevant to the realities and motivations that got us there in the first place? It would seem that the only rationale that stems logically from that is that we are interested in regime change and the subsequent maintenance of a democracy imposed on them by us. And yet, we know that doesn’t work. Perhaps it is time to acknowledge that Middle Eastern nations have values that differ from ours. In doing that, we would also have to acknowledge that there are major, conflicting differences between some of the states in that region and that to leave them to the resolution of their own conflicts would likely be a violent process. Yet, the only real peace and stability that can ultimately exist in the region is that engineered by the people involved. Perhaps we should give them the opportunity to work that out in the absence of on-site U.S. military power while limiting ourselves to diplomatic, political and economic involvements. Haviland Smith is a retired CIA Station Chief who served in East and West Europe and the Middle East and was Chief of the Counterterrorism Staff and Executive Assistant to the CIA’s Deputy Director
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I write to publicly thank each one of my volunteers and every amazing Meals on Wheels client I have had the honor of getting to know and serve. Each of you have enriched my life beyond measure, I’ve oft described my role as being sandwiched between volunteers, who are with me only because they choose to be, and our Seniors, who I endearingly call libraries with skin. They are more than willing to share their history and experiences. What a blessed place to find oneself in! To my amazing team of hundreds of volunteers, thank you. Thank you for sharing in my mission; thank you for checking in with us when things seem awry, and thanks for showing up week after week; to ensure that everyone on your route gets a nutritious meal and a warm, friendly hello. I would also like to thank our terrific local newspapers who have granted me free space for well over 10 years to seek or acknowledge our amazing volunteers; without your support we would never have enjoyed the success we’ve had, and thank you, in advance, for publishing this Letter to the Editor. You are the sometimes unsung heroes of Addison County, keeping us all connected. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Tracy Corbett Panton Editor’s note: The writer was coordinator of Meals on Wheels in Addison County until her job was recently eliminated.
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Misleading voices sound convincing National Public Radio recently played a clip from the government about why it is important to build a wall between Mexico and the U.S. It reminded me of another voice I heard four decades ago in Sweden. 1973 — On this day Clas and Mats are leaving Dalarna in Clas’s Saab Duett for a conference on workers’ rights. My friend Mats invites me to go along. The panel truck is decorated with flower designs from the hood to the back doors. Just stepping inside is exciting, even though I sit in back where there is no seat. Everywhere we go, people stand and wave. It is the hippie days. After the six-hour drive, we pull into Gothenburg and park on the curb. ImBy Sas mediately, longhaired teenagers surCarey round the car. We make a path through them and climb up a staircase into a room full of people. Mats whispers to me, “This is a communist rally about poor labor laws.” I look around and see a little blonde girl on the floor who is playing with a doll. The audience looks like it could be a town meeting in Vermont. What? Communists? I start to ask Mats a question. He puts his hand up to stop me, and whispers, “Don’t speak English here. They might throw you out.” Really? Communists? When I was in school in the fifties and sixties, we heard how bad communism was nearly every day. We had a series of lectures called, “The Truth about Communism.” We practiced air raid drills and climbed under our desks or filed into the hall to prepare in case they bombed us. Soon it is lunchtime, so everyone empties out of the room. I take a deep breath. Can we talk now? Out on the
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street Clas says, “Come on, we are going to an art exhibit put on by the conference.” We enter a dim exhibition room. Straight ahead is a platform with a four-foot dollhouse: a factory with three floors — open in front. Inside, the rooms on the top floor and in the basement look like spiders’ webs with exposed, drooping electrical wires — showing how capitalist countries don’t care about their workers. On the ground floor, a spacious light-filled office features one man with his feet up on the desk. In a democratic country, these luxurious conditions are only for the boss. I swallow at the exaggerated scene. Next is a map with communist countries painted red and “imperialist” countries like the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe painted black. I am the enemy. I cringe inside. We are fighting the Vietnam War, which I think is wrong and yet I think democracy is good. Where does the truth lie? When we move to a theater space with a screen and folding chairs, a black and white film shows the poor living conditions of Russian citizens in the early part of the century — crowded working environment, uncomfortable apartments and food scarcity. Then happy music comes on and the film turns to color as communists march to liberate the country. Everyone on the screen is dressed in rich clothes, smiling, dancing and eating. The tone of the voice-over leaves no room to question it. Russian life has become joyful. Suddenly, my reality shifts. I heard the same tone on the news at home explaining the need for the Vietnam (See Ways of Seeing, Page 5A)
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This year’s heavy rains have made my vegetable gar“Help?” I said, to no one in particular. den not only soggy, but downright dangerous. I was stuck. Now, I’ve always had a healthy fear of the garden, but I pulled my feet and got nothing more than a gross suckit’s been mostly regarding spiders — less in terms of ing sound, as the mud cleaved tighter around my clogs. venomous bites than in terms of my reaction: having one Hmm. skitter up my arm, causing me to jump, step on the blade I tried to stay calm. But things didn’t look good. No of a hoe and take the handle right between the eyes. It one could hear me screaming this far from the house. could happen. And when I tried to flag passing cars, the drivers just But the rain poses its own threats. I know, because I’m smiled and waved back. a survivor. I needed an escape plan. My left I wasn’t thinking much about danfoot, now vacuum sealed into the clog ger last weekend when I went out beby a slick envelope of mud, was not tween downpours to weed; it’s a task going anywhere. My right foot had I enjoy early in the season when I still some wiggle room, but I knew if I did have the upper hand. I just wanted to get it out, the clog wouldn’t be comget out there long enough to alert any ing with it. weed seedlings that their presence Without my hoe to use for stability, was not required. I didn’t have many options. In order I used a hoe at the top of the slopBy Jessie Raymond to get the required leverage, I’d have ing garden. But the lower end is comto put my bare right foot into the mud posed of equal parts clay and manure, and hope I hit bottom. and it tends toward swampiness. Setting my hoe aside What critters might I be offending when I did that? — a move I would later come to regret — I stepped in to Over the years, I’ve turned over all manner of grubs and do some hand weeding. centipedes and other icky things. Would any of them take I’ve got a few pumpkin mounds down there. The mo- the sudden invasion by a bare foot as an act of aggresment I walked toward them, I noticed an alarming lack sion? of resistance under my feet. My right foot sank a few It took me several minutes to calculate my next move. inches into muck, and when I put down my left foot, If it didn’t work, I might die out there — or at least be things got much worse. Instead of a firm base of earth, I stranded until dinnertime when my family, tipped off by felt a bottomless pit of wet cement. the lack of food on the table, would notice I was missing. Looking down, I saw my left foot, shod in a sky-blue I took a deep breath and hoped for the best. In an imrubber garden clog, disappear into the ooze. My ankle pressive maneuver during which I wheeled my arms bone followed almost immediately after, and my knee- around like a whirligig but never lost my balance, I cap appeared to be next in line. (See Raymond, Page 5A)
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Cyclist grateful to chamber head I am a road bicycle enthusiast involved in organizing cycling trips with and for my Canadian fellow friends in the northeastern United States. It is always a challenge to plan safe and enjoyable routes without being there to check them out in advance. I wanted to let you know that I have been very impressed with the availability and dedication of Sue Hoxie of the Addison County Chamber of Commerce. She has taken time to take a close look at my routes and provide me important and relevant information regarding road works and conditions, suggesting alternate roads for us. All of this while she has better things to do in the final sprint of organizing the Vermont Gran Fondo that took place last weekend. I am impressed! I don’t know if this is the right place to say this, but the very vast majority of Canadians are truly concerned about what is happening in your country after electing a person unfit to be president, to say the least. Bernie Sanders would have done a much better job. Anyways, thanks for everything, including the involvment of your chamber of commerce, which feels like a warm welcome. Pascal Parent Montreal, Quebec
Injustice based on systemic lie Last week was the most recent ‘yet again story’ about the police officer who was acquitted for shooting a black man. This time it was Philando Castile who was shot 7 times in his car. He was pulled over for having a taillight out and attempted to reach for his license to show the police officer. My mom commented, “If I had a black son, I would tell my son never to reach for anything if a cop was around.” This is a logical conclusion to come to: that somehow you could prevent being killed if you stopped doing one of the behaviors that the cops will kill over. However, logic is not going to work because we are operating in an illogical reality. Use of logic will not address the core issue that is the ‘driver’ for these events happening historically and for them happening again and again today. The people who promoted, participated in, ran and economically benefited from the slave industry made up a story. The story was that black people are not human beings. Our collective United States narrative and consciousness has never acknowledged that this happened and has never reconciled this issue. This made-up story that black people are not human beings has been propagated for hundreds of years by millions of people. This (See Letter, Page 5A)
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State needs transparency guru I take my role in state government protectionism where the default is to seriously. I am honored to have been deny information first, rather than elected by Vermonters to serve as disclose, and await an appeal and leSecretary of State. Since taking of- gal action. fice in 2011, I have worked hard to The fact is, unless someone is improve how our government serves an attorney or a journalist, they’re the public by increasing transparen- unlikely to pursue enforcement accy, efficiency and productivity. tions in court. Most citizens don’t I value government accountability know the extent of their rights when and transparency as the it comes to obtaining cornerstone to building access, and they don’t trust. If we work dilihave a resource to turn gently to create a culto for appeals or enture of disclosure and forcement of appropriThis week’s comtransparency in our state ate requests. munity forum is by and local government, The time has come Vermont’s Secretary we are providing a great for Vermont to create of State, Jim Condos. service to Vermonters. an Open Government Through Vermont’s Ombudsman with the Open Meeting Law and Public Re- authority to make decisions about cords Act we’ve made it clear that contested public records requests Vermonters have a right to know: we and open meeting violations. can witness how decisions in govA state Ombudsman would be a ernment are being made, review and resource for both citizens and govsometimes criticize those decisions, ernment officials, providing advisory and get nearly unfettered access to opinions, and acting as a first-level, the documents created by state gov- less formal alternative to a lawsuit. ernment. In my experience, the vast Having an intermediary as a remajority of government officials source and support for both citizens want to comply with the law and and government agencies would provide the tools needed to comply provide this public information. However, the unclear parameters with the law and to ensure that our of the law, and the lack of an inter- citizenry can access the greatest tool mediary between citizens and gov- of accountability at their disposernment agencies regarding public al: openness and transparency surrecords requests creates a culture of rounding government activity.
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Letters to the Editor Many helped make OV Project Graduation successful We would like to take this opportunity to publically thank all of the generous community members and businesses that supported Project Graduation 2017. This community continually amazes us with your generosity. To have everyone pitch in and liberally donate for our seniors truly demonstrates the tremendous support the community provides our students at Otter Valley. The event provided a safe and fun night for all involved. The evening started with a hypnotist show and
then a banquet provided by the junior class parents and students. Parents made homemade marinara sauce and alfredo sauces, cooking all day! Seniors took the time to enjoy a meal together and share memories. We then tried something new and had actors come in for a Murder Mystery. Seniors and their guests then loaded buses for The Fun Spot in Lake George, N.Y. Seniors drove go carts, roller bladed, played laser tag and mini golf. Due to the community’s generous donations, each senior was
given a Project Graduation t-shirt and various prizes through a raffle during the banquet. Senior parents provided a delicious and full grab and go breakfast at 3 a.m. Parents then picked up their students at 3:30 a.m.! We have a truly amazing community — we are proud and touched to be a part of it. Thank you,
squealing. I fell to the grass, safe. After catching my breath, I checked my feet for centipedes and leeches. All clear. But — I had to go back in. Walking barefoot into terra incognita a foot deep is perhaps one of my greatest fears, but I had no choice: A gardener never leaves her clogs behind. Steeling myself, I stepped back into the mire (picture more mammoths, squealing, etc.). After a vio-
lent struggle, during which the mud and I disagreed about which one of us wanted the clogs more, I won. The good news is that the pumpkin plants seem to be surviving despite the riparian conditions at the bottom of the garden. The bad news is that if the rainy trend continues, I won’t dare to weed them again all summer. Hey, I like to garden as much as anyone, but sometimes it’s just not worth the risk.
Meredith McCartney Cathy Louttit Project Graduation Co-Chairs
Raymond (Continued from Page 4A) acted quickly. Pulling my right foot out of its clog, I squished it into the driest area I could reach. (Ugh.) I then pointed the toes on my left foot, yanked it out of the other clog, and plunged it too into the mud. In a series of ungainly, slurpy steps, I lurched from the garden. Have you ever seen an artist’s rendering of a mammoth trying to extricate itself from a tar pit? It looked kind of like that. Also, I was
Letter (Continued from Page 4A) story was made up to morally justify the torture, rape, exploitation, abuse, and imprisonment of a group of people. The people who economically benefited from the slave industry still wanted to go to heaven. They could pretend rape wasn’t rape; torture wasn’t torture; murder wasn’t murder if they convinced themselves that black people were not human beings. Of course, it is a lie. It’s a lie and our collective consciousness has been duped. It is so pervasive we
are blind today to the effects of the lie in all aspects of our political and economic lives. We are blind today to the effects that it has on our criminal justice system. This made-up story and narrative is the elephant in America’s living room today. Hear no evil, see no evil, say no evil. A cop killing a black man isn’t doing something wrong or evil if the cop, his colleagues, the court system are all operating out of the false narrative and America’s collective consciousness that the black man is not a human being.
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Attempts to use logic will not work. Logic cannot succeed against an ingrained system that is based on a lie. This lie must be reconciled before there can ever be real justice for black people in this country. Maggie Hall Middlebury
Thomas Hobbes, our contemporary Editor’s note: This is the 14th too much a realist to give way to essay by Middlebury College Pro- subjective moods. The object of fessor Emeritus Victor Nuovo on his fear was power, especially as the origins of western political wielded by ambitious monarchs, thought, focusing on the great po- prompted by their scheming ministers; or by revolutionaries, or relitical thinkers. ligious fanatics, or both together By Victor Nuovo The long life of Thomas occupying one brain; and by unscrupulous financiers Hobbes (1588– and the very rich, and 1679) encompassed by all who in so many England’s greatest various ways attempt crisis and perhaps its to exercise domindarkest hours. That ion over others, some he survived them with the sword, othand even flourished ers by offering bribes, is proof of his ingeor by the words that nuity and adaptabiliflow from mouths of ty; that he also wrote ambitious orators who about them is our promise to the masses very good fortune, prosperity in this life for in them we enand bliss in the life to counter the voice of experience unmoved Thinking about come. It was Hobbes, by self pity or senpolitics — among all the eartimental fantasies, a ly modern political courageous voice. the origins thinkers who first It is one we very An essay by caught sight of this much need to hear Victor Nuovo monstrous power, and today. England’s great Middlebury College wisely advised that we must fear it and crisis lasted 20 years, professor emeritus under the prod of this from 1640 until of philosophy fear, to learn to make 1660, during which peace through the intime the nation suffered a cruel civil war, regicide, strument of civil government, for a military coup and much misery. only then can we hope to be safe Hobbes was a close observer of in this world. The English civil war began as these events, and wrote a book about them, which he entitled a conflict between the King and Parliament, which might have “Behemoth.” Behemoth is a great beast de- been resolved had it not become scribed in the book of Job (40: entangled in another deeper and 15–24). He is a monstrous crea- more bitter conflict concerning ture, like a massive elephant, religion. Although England had capable with his great trunk of been declared Protestant by Hendrinking up an entire river. He is ry VIII, it was not until the reign a symbol of the power of wild Na- of Elizabeth I that its transition ture or of God, which for Hobbes from a Catholic to a Protestant were the same thing. It is Hobbes nation was completed and that way of representing the terrible the Church of England became an power let loose in the land, the established institution of governpower of God in the hands of ment and religion. That religious men, a power that, once released, zeal was pacified—for a time. However, the Elizabethan Rethey could not control and which ligious Settlement was not well would bring about their ruin. Hobbes was born in 1588, received by many of her more which was the year of the Great radical Protestant subjects, some Armada, the large naval fleet that of whom regarded it as a shamePhilip II of Spain, consumed by ful compromise that put politics religious zeal and imperial ambi- above religion. It retained the tions, had assembled in prepara- office of bishop, and it made a tion for the invasion of England. member of the laity, and in this In an autobiography, he writes case, a woman, the Queen, head that at the time of his birth, ru- of the church. Protestant pulpits became platmors of imminent invasion were abroad in the land, and under such forms of protest, and their occustress “my Mother dear did bring pants were more often than not forth Twins at once, both Me and preachers of sedition. First it was English Presbyterians, who Fear.’ Fear became Hobbes’ constant demanded the abolition of the companion; one could employ an- office of bishop and the rule of other analogy and say that Hobbes the church by counsels of clerwas wedded to it. Hobbes’ fear gy. Their adherents gained suwas not pathological. He was premacy in Parliament, which
began proceedings against the King, Charles I, for failure to acknowledge their authority. They demanded that civil government conform to their system of ecclesiastical government. Moreover, they declared themselves commanders in chief of the militia, forbidding the King to raise an army without their approval. The conflict grew more acute. More radical religious voices were heard. Independents, who recognized no religious authority but the Bible and the free interpretation of it and who considered any monarch an abomination, claimed liberty in all matters religious and demanded toleration for themselves, although not for other religious sorts and none for any who practiced no religion. Cautious Presbyterians feared that these Independents had gone too far, and some of them began to wonder whether they should not shift their support to the King. In the end, the more radical faction won out. They accused the King of making war on his people and declared an end to the monarchy. The King was made a prisoner and in 1649 was beheaded. England was declared a commonwealth. The Independents found their champion in Oliver Cromwell, a skilled military tactician, a relentless self-promoter, and probably something of a fanatic. A third feature of the English revolution was the ongoing colonial and industrial expansion, which led to the creation of great estates, the amassing of great fortunes, of wealth, of slavery, exploitation of the working classes, and political corruption. And there was a fourth feature: the failure of universities, institutions of higher learning, to honor truth; as though truth were something that one invents rather than discovers. It seems in that age, as perhaps in ours, political leaders, university professors, and the public media had lost the capacity to deal in truth and preferred to dwell in darkness. Hobbes is our contemporary because all the forces that were unleashed during his time are abroad today, although wearing different masks. Presbyterians and Independents (ancestors of Congregationalists) have become benign but blind. But the powers of discord and political madness are at large, their effects are present in ethnic hatred, in the narcissistic culture of the super rich, in demagoguery, in the absence of reason, in chronic alienation, and more. There is much to fear.
Ways of Seeing (Continued from Page 4A) War and even the My Lai Massacre. That same voice explained the domino effect and if the U.S. lets Vietnam be communist, all the other countries in Asia will follow. I realize it is all propaganda. Both sides. For effective brainwashing, a convincing voice is carefully chosen. And that voice gives the message in a tone that makes you want to believe.
I feel scared when I hear that voice again in today’s world. It is a voice that does not allow for any truth but its own. Its purpose is to very carefully manipulate. I need to
stay awake. Sas Carey of Middlebury is writing her new memoir and showing movies of her work in Mongolia this summer (see calendar).
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July 12 at 6pm (preview at 5pm) Vergennes Union High School We are seeking quality used donations for the auction. Lions are also visiting area businesses for donations. If you would like to donate, please contact Lion Jim McClay at 802-545-8181 or auction@vergenneslions.com
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Phebe Runyon, 85, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Phebe Runyon, age 85, passed peacefully on Sunday, June 18, 2017, at Wintergreen Residential Care North in Brandon. Mrs. Runyon was born in Fort Kent, Maine. on August 25, 1931. She was the daughter of John and Thelma (Savage) Dow. She grew up in Fort Kent, where she received her early education and was graduated from Fort Kent High School, class of 1949. She earned her degree in Geology from Colby College in Waterville, Maine, Phi Beta Kappa, class of 1953. On February 20, 1954, she married John Runyon in Alexandria, Va. Mr. Runyon predeceased her August 17, 2013. She had been a resident of Middlebury since 1973 having moved here from Westport, Conn. She was a member of the Salisbury ANTHONY J. BOUGOR Congregational Church, where she was active in the Ladies Aide Society. She had worked for many years as a rural route carrier for the United States Postal Service, in Middlebury. Kathryn Langworthy and Barbara She was an avid reader and had Langworthy. Other close family members include sons-in-law, Sean Parkyn, Matt Wilkes and Brian Freedman. Shirley was predeceased by her husband, George Krey Kellington, By ANDY KIRKALDY and her beloved sister, Linda Lee FERRISBURGH — Ferrisburgh Dodd, brother, Garfield Langworthy homeowners will be getting a finanand son-in-law, Scott Pierce. cial break on their taxes. According At Shirley’s request services and to school property tax numbers burial will be private.◊ released by the Vermont Department of Taxes late last week, Ferrisburgh’s 2017-2018 homestead rate is 13.92 cents lower than this past year’s. For the owners of a $300,000 home in Ferrisburgh who pay based on its assessed value and not on their income, that decrease means a school tax bill that will be $417.60 lower. According to state figures provided to the Independent by town officials, Ferrisburgh’s homestead rate declined from $1.697 per $1,000 of assessed value to $1.5578. A year ago Ferrisburgh’s residential school rate rose by almost 6.5 cents. Most of this year’s decrease can
Anthony Bougor, 72, formerly of Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Anthony J. Bougor, 72, of York, S.C. passed away Monday, July 3, 2017 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, N.C. Anthony was born in Monkton, Vt., the son of the late Paul and Dorothy (Cousineau) Bougor. Anthony spent 68 years a resident of Middlebury, Vt. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his loving wife Tena (Conway) Bougor, sons Michael Bougor of Middlebury, Stephen Bougor of the Middle East, Kurt Antonangeli (wife Eve) of Lake Wylie, S.C., a sister Barbara Cummings of Middlebury, his mother-in-law Esther Conway of Lake Wylie, grandchildren Jeremy
Bougor, Isabella Antonangeli, Nicholas Antonangeli, Andrew Antonangeli, also many nephews, nieces, and friends. Anthony is predeceased by his parents and a sister Claudette Kemp. Calling hours will be held Friday, July 7, from 4-7 p.m. at SandersonDucharme Funeral Home in Middlebury. A Christian mass will take place on Saturday, July 8 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church beginning at 1 p.m., with a burial at a later date. The Reverend Luke Austin will be officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Addison Community Action CVOEO in Middlebury. Online condolences at sandersonfuneralservice.com.◊
Shirley Kellington, 89, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Shirley Kellington, 89, of Middlebury, passed away on June 28, 2017 at her home. Shirley was born in Randolph, the daughter of Carlisle and Amelia Langworthy. A long-time Middlebury resident, Shirley graduated from Middlebury Union High School and the former Mary Fletcher Hospital School of Nursing as an R.N. Many of her years as a nurse were at Porter Hospital and Middlebury College
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Health Center, where she retired from. She is survived by her three children; daughters, Krey Kellington, Karlee Kellington, and son, Kim Kellington; three granddaughters, Martha Pierce, Emily Freedman, Kellington Wilkes, and grandson, Owen Kellington; four great grandchildren, Dominic Graves, Kirstin Graves, Molliegh Pierce and Samantha Freedman; nephew, Charles Langworthy, nieces,
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services, has stood at 27.31 cents in each of the past two years. The total rate for this past year — municipal and school rates — was $1.9701. At town meeting this year, Ferrisburgh residents approved a total of a little more than $1.93 million of spending, slightly higher than in 2016. However, town officials said they did not expect that spending to add much more than a half-cent to the rate, meaning the net impact of the town and school rates could be roughly a 13-cent decrease. Selectboard chairwoman Loretta Lawrence said it was possible the board could adopt an overall new tax rate at its July 18 meeting, but was more likely to do so either at its Aug. 1 meeting or at a special meeting late in July.
… Clark University in Worcester, Mass., held its 2017 Commencement on Sunday, May 21. Two local students received their degrees at that time. Benjamin W. Capasso of Lincoln graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Andrew S. Myhre of Middlebury graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology.
… Makayla R. Foster, a first-year English and Elementary Education major at St. Michael’s College, has been named to the college dean’s list for the spring 2017 semester. Foster is the Daughter of James and Tricia Foster of Middlebury and a graduate of Middlebury Union High School.
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The spring 2017 dean’s list for the Community College of Vermont (CCV) includes four Addison County students: Jacob Bushee of HOLLY GRUBER Middlebury, Sonia Norris of New Haven, Brooklynn Savage of Orwell and Rose Curran of Whiting. This honor recognizes full-time students with a grade point average between Jean Sweet of Middlebury and Joan 3.5 and 3.99. (Sweet) Freegard and her husband Roger of Vergennes, several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Edith Sweet on August 12, 2008. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11, at Maplewood Cemetery in Huntington, Vt. In lieu of flowVergennes Union High School ers contributions may be made to has released the names of students Addison County Home Health & achieving honor roll for its fourth Hospice, PO Box 754, Middlebury, quarter. Those students are as VT. To send online condolences to follows. his family please visit brownmcclayfuneralhomes.com.◊ GRADE 12 High Honors: Brandon Cousino, Ian Gramling, Anna Huppuch, Caroline Johnston, Sadie Kass, Shay Pouliot and Rebecca Unger. Honors: Lindsay Andersen, Madison Ask, Alyse Beauchemin, Xzavia Berry, Alexandria Brace, Orion Chabot, Brandon Chamberlain, Sarah Clark, Cailin Curler, Breanna De Smit, Abigael Dobson, Emma Duprey, Ryan Grady, Agon Hasani, Eva Kamman, Jacob LaFleche, Nicholas LaFleche, Melina Myers, Eli Paquin, Troy Provencher, Cole Putnam, Megan Rooney, Lauren Scott and Cassie Stevens.
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be attributed to the voter-approved unification of the Addison Northwest School District, which provided a 10-cent discount on the otherwise approved tax rate in ANWSD towns. Homeowners will see an 8-cent discount on their homestead rate next year and then smaller drops in the following three years. Non-residential property owners do not receive Act 48 merger benefits, but those in Ferrisburgh will not see higher taxes: The non-residential rate is $1.4657, while a year ago it was $1.4658. In addition to school taxes, property tax bills also include the municipal rate, which for Ferrisburgh has not yet been set. Ferrisburgh’s municipal rate, that needed to pay for town roads, government, fire protection and other
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David Sweet, 64, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — David Adelbert Sweet, 64, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2017, at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington after a brief illness. David was born in North Ferrisburgh, on February 22, 1953. He was the son of Edith Sweet. He was a graduate of Vergennes Union High School in 1971. He worked for many years at the Yankee Kingdom Orchards in Addison. He later worked with Country Home Products in Vergennes. David enjoyed hunting, fishing and cars. He is survived by his sisters,
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Holly Gruber, 46, formerly of Middlebury BRISTOL, Ind. — Holly Gruber, 46, of Bristol, Ind., passed unexpectedly Saturday, June 24, 2017, at her home. Holly was born March 29, 1971, in Middlebury, Vt., to Leon and Rhonda (Dragon) Whitehead. Holly enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was kind and gentle with a great sense of humor. Husband Matthew Gruber; sons Alex, Brandon and Collin Harbour; stepdaughter Julia Gruber; father Leon Whitehead; brother David Whitehead; sister Sara (Tim) Hilton; and many relatives in East Middlebury survive her. Holly was predeceased by her mother Rhonda Whitehead. A private burial will take place in East Middlebury, Vt.◊
taught English to Cambodian refugees. She enjoyed gardening, canning her vegetables and was proficient at doing the Sunday New York Times crossword puzzles. She is survived by 2 daughters, Anne E. Runyon of Brandon and Phebe R. Wheeler of Suwanee, GA; 2 sons, William B. Runyon of Katonah, NY, and James S. Runyon of Benicia, CA; and 2 brothers, Emery Dow and Douglas Dow, both of Zephyrhills, FL; 10 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband she was also predeceased by a son, John D. Runyon, and her sister, Frances Wells, and a brother, John L. Dow. The graveside committal service and burial will take place on September 9, 2017, at 11 a.m., at the Farmingdale Veterans Cemetery in Middlebury. The Rev. Gary Lewis, pastor of the Vergennes Congregational Church, will officiate. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to:
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GRADE 10 High Honors: Emma Bryant, Ashley Cray, Bethany Delgadillo, Bess Gramling, Jack Halpin, Marin Howell, Morgan Lynk, Ezekiel Palmer, Sarah Peterson, Dylan Rapoport, Madeline Smith, Cedar Winslow and Andrew Woods. Honors: Jasmine Arel, Sepehr Belar, Benjamin Clark, Rudy Davis, Cyrus Devine, Kaelen Dobson, Raven Duke, Dominic Fleming, Jody Forbes, Connor Gill, Jameson Haggett, Spencer Hurlburt, Olivia Hutchins, Emily Jackson, Rachel Leete, Olivia Lorrain, Wade Mullin, Hannah Philbrook, Sarah Pichlmann, Richmond Rathbun, Sarah Rathbun, Lydia Sabourin, Abigail Smith, Emily Steen, Paiton Tolmer, Brianna Vander Wey, Carter Visicaro and Caitlin Walsh. GRADE 9 High Honors: Brianna Billings,, Ian Brons, Adelaide Brooks, Leah Croke, Benjamin Curtis, Sophie Hatch, Marlie Hunt, Rory Patch, Emily Rooney, Robert Verburg and Kai Williams. Honors: Emma Beauchemin, Luke Bergmans, Emily Brinkman, Eleni Brouillard, Kaleigh Campbell, Matthew DeMatties, Matthew Forbes, Aidan Gardner, Jackson Hameline, Kyla Heir, Abigail Hutchins, Karyn Kenfield, Amber Krumrie, Alexyss MacKinnon, Janea Marshall, Justin McEntee, Erich Reitz, Aidan Scott and Jeffrey Stearns.
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Contracts typical approach might have been to offer four levels of coverage: VEHI (Continued from Page 1A) Negotiators for the boards and apply 1 percent to teachers lower on Platinum, VEHI Gold, VEHI Gold employees said the district will be in the grid and 2 percent to teachers with CDHP (Consumer-Directed Health good shape despite the anticipated $13 more education and experience. The Plan), VEHI Silver CDHP. Using these new VEHI plans, the million in cuts to the state Education new grid tries to spread that out more Scott-legislative deal sets benchmarks Fund, the result of an eleventh-hour evenly. “The indexed grid has been altered for school districts in negotiating compromise to the state budget after slightly to weigh more towards health insurance coverage, including: Gov. Phil Scott threatened a veto. raising the base to • Using the Gold CDHP plan as “We were very make (this district) the statewide standard. pleased to have reached more competitive and • Having an 80/20 premium split, an agreement that fit attractive to new hires,” in which teachers pay at least 20 within the budgeted said Blanchette. “This percent of the cost of health insurance amounts for salaries works toward creating premiums. and health insurance,” more equity in salaries • Having employees pay at Superintendent Patrick and sustainability over least $400 in out-of-pocket health Reen said. “In addition, time.” insurance costs. we are confident the Blanchette also noted The deal holds schools fiscally health insurance portion that teachers would get accountable for meeting these of the agreement will the equivalent Gold benchmarks by taking the produce sufficient CDHP amount towards estimated savings if all schools enough savings that any plan they choose. met the benchmarks and reducing we will be able to SUPPORT STAFF disbursements to all school districts PATRICK REEN absorb the anticipated CONTRACT accordingly (with a 5 percent buffer). reduction in funding as The support staff Following this formula, $13 million determined by recent contract awards similar salary and will be cut from the state’s Education legislative action.” Fund over the next two years: $8.5 Negotiators said that the district health insurance provisions. For salaries, the contract awards million in fiscal year 2018 and $4.5 had crafted its budgets with the recent gubernatorial-legislative debate ANEDA Education Support Personnel million in fiscal year 2019. The $13 million in cuts to the Education Fund over lowering health insurance (ESP) members: • 3 percent new money this year will be redirected to reduce property costs in mind and that the timing tax rates statewide. of negotiations favored those who and 3 percent new money next year. For health insurance, the contract: It’s anticipated, however, that the hammered out school employee • Maintains the status quo, July 1– late June timing of the Scott-legislative contracts later in the process. deal could likely leave many schools With this year’s negotiations, Dec. 31. • Provides an 88/12 premium facing budget cuts. Addison County MAUSD also became among the first Vermont school districts to embrace a split, Jan. 1–June 30, 2018, for most schools have been affected differently by this legislation, in part depending collaborative approach to bargaining. employees. • Provides an 89/11 premium split on the timing of their contract Negotiations were conducted and negotiations. Vergennes-area schools contract agreements were reached for fiscal year 2019. • Provides an 85/15 are still negotiating using the Critical Issues Bargaining and so will have time process, which participants said split on maximum “In our support to take the changes takes a win-win approach to contract out-of-pocket costs. staff units there As with the teacher under consideration. negotiations. It does this by getting insurance was a huge spread Addison Central stakeholders to work toward common health School District goals rather than negotiate from fixed options, support staff of percentages for teachers and school positions (see related story on Page choosing a different health insurance healthcare plan would from 70/30 all the boards OK’d 2A). their contract just The schools in the 5-town area get the equivalent way up to 100/0. before the recent are transitioning to become a unified Gold CDHP amount So we decided legislative changes school district that will be final next towards any plan. ESP representative collectively to were enacted and June 30. At this point the incumbent might face additional legal entity (Addison Northeast Deirdre Zele said phase them into support staff that so they didn’t budget cuts. District Supervisory Union) and new district all representatives say (Mount Abraham Union School will get a 3 percent have a huge drop that they are crunching District) are operating and so both salary increase. She in what their the numbers to see signed the contract. We default to the explained that in what benefit was to how to respond. MAUSD in the story to encompass negotiating percentage of health what it is now.” M A U S D ’ s both boards. insurance premiums — ESP representative B l a n c h e t t e TEACHER CONTRACTS Deirdre Zele criticized the Scott The new teacher contract ratified employees would pay, a d m i n i s t r a t i o n ’s by members of the Addison Northeast it was important to timing and tactics but Education Association (ANEDA) take into account the feature changes in salaries and health wide range of percentages that ESP said that the district “will be fine.” employees brought to the table. “The administration at the state care coverage. “In our support staff units there was level chose to do this at such a late For salaries, the contract awards a huge spread of percentages for health time that those people (districts that teachers: • 3 percent new money this year insurance from 70/30 all the way up concluded contract negotiations and 3 percent new money next year. to 100/0,” said Zele. “So we decided before the June 21 legislative This doesn’t mean all teachers will collectively to phase them into that so emergency session) couldn’t have get a 3-percent annual raise; it means they didn’t have a huge drop in what anticipated it. At the state level, decisions were made so late that the overall cost of salaries will rise by their benefit was to what it is now.” Zele said that a handful of support the rug was pulled out from under 3 percent. For health insurance, the contract: staff members would be phased in them,” she said. “We luckily had • Maintains the status quo, July 1– with a separate 93/7 percent premium enough time to factor that in.” split over the first six months of Blanchette also praised Dec. 31. Superintendent Reen and other • Provides an 83/17 split, Jan. calendar year 2018. central office officials for having the 1–June 30, 2018. MAUSD pay 83 HEALTH INSURANCE Key to understanding the health foresight to plan within the VEHI percent of premiums on the VEHI Gold CDHP plan (or equivalent) and insurance part of MAUSD’s new Gold CDHP and other parameters. “Our administration had the teacher and support staff contracts is teachers pay 17 percent. • Provides an 84/16 split for fiscal understanding the agreement reached foresight to factor that into our last month between Gov. Scott and budget this year,” said Blanchette. year 2019. • Provides an 85/15 split on the Legislature in special session, “So our taxpayers would have been maximum out-of-pocket costs. after Scott threatened to veto the state saving money anyway, but now it’s Teachers would pay “first dollars” up budget unless changes were made to going to the state.” Blanchette continued: to 15 percent of the maximum out- health care funding for public school “Premiums are so much lower of-pocket costs on the VEHI Gold employees. At issue — and roundly debated on these new plans that the CDHP plan, and the board would during the 2017 legislative session governor was right: There’s a lot assume the balance. Chair of the MAUSD Bargaining — was the timing and mechanism by of money to be saved. So what the Council Kristin Blanchette and which schools would be encouraged administration did and the boards ANEDA Co-president Mikaela to seek savings through the new health did is we factored that into our Frank noted that equity was an insurance plans that will become overall budget picture. I think that important concern in negotiating how available through the Vermont was a very shrewd move on the to apply the 3 percent new money Education Health Initiative beginning part of the administration.” ANEDA’s Frank said that teachers to the salary grid (whereby teacher Jan. 1, 2018. (VEHI is the nonprofit salaries are aligned to education and that for decades has supplied health also came to the table well aware of experience). The goal was to make insurance coverage for the state’s the health care funding debate: “When we were negotiating, we the district more attractive to new and public school teachers.) The new VEHI plans were designed had that in mind — the potential younger teachers, while continuing to compensate fairly. In past years, in response to changes mandated amount of money that was going to for example, Blanchette noted, a through the Affordable Care Act and be withheld from the district.”
By the way (Continued from Page 1A) Middlebury and New Music on the Point in Brandon. The Folklife Center will use its $35,000 grant to support the Vermont Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program and ongoing fieldwork. VFC’s apprenticeship program offer stipends to master artists so they can pass on time-honored skills and knowledge. A $10,000 grant to New Music On the Point will support free community concerts of contemporary chamber music performed in nontraditional venues. Overall, seven Vermont organizations will receive $135,000 through the Art Works program. Art Works is the NEA’s largest category and focuses on funding the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with art, lifelong learning in the arts, and
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Speaking of grants, two Addison County institutions are among the 27 that recently received grants from Vermont Catholic Charities Inc. through The Bishop deGoesbriand Appeal for Human Advancement. The $58,000 in total grants fund projects that make meaningful differences in the daily lives of Vermont individuals and families. One local recipient was Addison County Community Action (HOPE) in Middlebury, which got $3,000 to support the organization’s Essential Services Program, which provides vital assistance to those unable to meet their own basic needs for food, shelter, heat and medical care. The other was the Vergennes Rotary Club, which got $2,000 to help provide needed afternoon snacks to
Camp Thorpe in Goshen has turned 90 years old and is celebrating with a birthday party this Saturday, July 8. Camping experiences are provided to children and adults with a variety of physical and developmental needs. Camp officials would like the public to help celebrate the first 90 years and help launch Camp Thorpe into its next 90 years of service in support of our special needs campers. From 10:30 a.m. to noon the celebration will hold the Camp Thorpe Carnival and provide tours of the campus. A barbeque lunch will be served in the Ralph and Norma Hathaway Pavilion beginning at 12:30 p.m. If you plan to attend the lunch, please RSVP to 802-247-6611.
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PORTER MEDICAL CENTER Auxiliary donated $75,000 for the creation of the recently opened Porter ExpressCare urgent care department at the Middlebury hospital. Shown with a plaque that acknowledges the crucial financial support that the Auxiliary provided are Porter CEO Dr. Fred Kniffin (second from right) and PMC Auxiliary members Pat Morrow (left), Anne Collins, Liza Eddy and Judy Morrison.
Neri (Continued from Page 1A) officials will not stand in his way. “Based on the site visit and additional historical research conducted by our office, it is our opinion that the building no longer retains its historic integrity and should be delisted from the State Register of Historic Places,” reads a June 29 letter to Neri from Devin Coleman, state architectural historian with the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation. The town of Middlebury could choose to hold a hearing on whether to agree with the state’s assessment, but that would be an unusual step. Middlebury Town Planner Jennifer Murray said Neri will need to receive conditional use approval to run the supermarket in what is a Village Residential-Commercial zone. That will include a site plan review in which access, parking, traffic circulation, lighting and other aspects of the plan will be considered, Murray said. Providing additional parking figures to be key in Neri’s supermarket plans. He noted Greg’s was originally permitted in a different era when parking requirements were less stringent. Since he will essentially be applying to permit a new supermarket, Neri said he will have to get town approvals for a new parking scheme that will have to forego the handful of spaces currently in front of the Greg’s main entrance at the intersection of Elm and Exchange streets. “I don’t think that’s fair,” Neri said of the loss of the spots in front or Greg’s. Still, Neri sees great potential in the Greg’s property. He believes a revitalized supermarket could thrive at the Elm Street location, citing the hundreds of workers in Middlebury’s nearby industrial park who would again find a convenient place to shop, get a cup of coffee, or buy a sandwich for lunch. If done right, he believes the new supermarket could compete well in a town that already has the Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op, Shaw’s and Hannaford’s. “I’ve gotten many calls about this,” Neri said of nudges he has received to buy and resurrect the former Greg’s. He had some experts look through the building and pronounce it structurally sound, though he said it does need to be refurbished. Cleaning crews will go through the building stem to stern, tending to a couple years of neglect on the inside and outside. Some exterior damage — including some siding panels lost when a truck ran into the
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building several months ago — will be corrected. But the most significant renovations will be determined by whomever Neri recruits to run the store. “If I lease it, they will do the design,” Neri said. He added he’s approached former Greg’s owner Greg Wry to see if he’d consider a full- or part-time role in the supermarket operation. He said Wry is not inclined to return to his old store, as he is now employed by Monument Farms. Litvin and Lisa Hartman purchased the store from Wry in December of 2009. Wry established the supermarket in place of Stan’s Shop & Save back in 1981. If Neri can’t find the right person or company, he is prepared to launch the supermarket himself. “If I do, it will be similar to Greg’s,” he said. And Neri has experience in the food service industry. He and his wife, Nancy, own the A&W Restaurant on Route 7 South. They once owned the restaurant Angela’s at 86 Main St., and still own the building in which its successor restaurant — Two Brothers Tavern — is located. The Neris also own and operate Anthony J. Neri Rental Properties LLC and Tony & Nancy Enterprises Inc. Their holdings include four Middlebury industrial park properties that have provided long-term space for established businesses — such as Fastenal — and short-term incubator spaces for enterprises that have included Otter Creek Brewing. Neri has been interested in acquiring the Greg’s/Pool World property since it came on the market. TD Bank tried to sell the property
off at a March 2016 auction that drew around a half-dozen bidders. But in the end, TD Bank consolidated its ownership of the Greg’s and Pool World properties with a high bid of $497,000. The two properties were available individually, or as a package, at the 2016 auction. Following the auction, TD Bank commissioned a Rutland real estate agency to market the property. Neri’s lawyer, Eben Punderson, floated the $380,000 offer and it was accepted, according to Neri. The Greg’s property consists of a 6,602-square-foot building that sits on roughly a third of an acre. It was valued at $493,500 by the town in 2016, according to municipal land records. The Pool World property includes a 2,000-square-foot building on seven-tenths of an acre. It was most recently valued by the town at $223,600. Better Middlebury Partnership Marketing Coordinator Karen Duguay likes the idea of returning a grocery store to 3 Elm St. “The former Greg’s Meat Market property is in a centrallylocated space that’s convenient to both Exchange Street businesses and downtown businesses,” said Duguay. “Having an independentlyowned grocery store re-open in that location would serve to further connect the two areas, serving as a community hub and providing people a place to grab lunch, a convenient stop for a few dinner items on the way home from work or a local place to do regular grocery shopping. A successful small grocery store would be an asset to our community and a convenience for local employees.” Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.
Wrestling Camp Friday July 21st and Saturday July 22nd
Have you ever thought about trying wrestling? New and beginner wrestlers can come try a new sport! Experienced wrestlers are also welcome to get back on the mats. Open to anyone entering 2nd grade through 10th grade. Two sessions each day, split by age/skill level. Get some mat time with the coaches from the MUHS Varsity team! 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 Participants can wear shorts and t-shirts and are welcome to bring water bottles. Wrestling shoes can be borrowed for the camp from our shoe pool. Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building (154 Creek Rd, Middlebury) Sign up is through the Middlebury Parks and Rec Dept. Cost: Residents - $20. Non-residents - $23. Contact Coach Jon Ashley by email at ashley@gmavt.net.
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Basin Bluegrass Festival in Brandon. Thursday, July 6, end of Basin Rd. The 23rd annual four-day event. Spaghetti supper at 5 p.m., $10/person, followed by a classic country concert by Corey Zink and Country Line. Concert free with weekend ticket, others, $10. More info at basinbluegrass@yahoo.com or basinbluegrassfestival.com. Elizabeth Rice reading in Middlebury. Thursday, July 6, 4-5 p.m., Community meeting room, Ilsley Public library, 75 Main St. Rice, who grew up in South Korea just following the Korean war, will read from “Rituals of Separation: a South Korean Memoir of Identity and Belonging.” Willard Sterne Randall in Middlebury. Thursday, SAS CAREY’S FILM about working with the United Nations Development Fund in Mongolia July 6, 7-8 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, will screen on Thursday, July 6, at 7 p.m. at 248 Washington Street. 350 Lodge Rd. The Vermont Book Shop presents Champlain College professor and Revolutionary era historian Randall, who will read from and 8, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Weybridge School, 210 exhibition “Yours in the Cause: Faces of Radical discuss his latest book “Unshackling America — Quaker Village Rd. Music by Snake Mountain Abolition” is a collection of rarely seen historical How the War of 1812 Truly Ended the American Bluegrass, kids activities, baked beans and best photographs depicting 14 abolitionists with ties to Revolution.” pie contests. The town provides meat, drinks and the Robinsons of Rokeby. More info contact Jane Sas Carey’s “Gobi Women’s Song: Nomadic desserts. Bring a salad or hot dish to share. More Williamson at Rokeby@comcast.net women share the song of their soul” on screen info contact Kirsten Hendy at 802-349-7167 or kirst- Violin and piano concert in Rochester. Sunday, in Middlebury. Thursday, July 6, 7-9 p.m., 248 enhendy@gmail.com July 9, 4 p.m., the Federated Church, 15 N Main Washington St. Ext, gazebo in back. Hear about Recycled crafts in Shoreham. Saturday, July 8, 1-2 St. In “Seeing Double” violinists Julia Salerno and Carey’s experience workSarah Whitney, with pianist Cynthia Huard, will ing with the United Nations perform the Bach Double Concerto in D minor, Development Program and Moszkowski Suite for Two Violins and Piano, Op. what inspired her to make this 71, and Sarasate’s Navarra. More info at 802-767film. Suggested $10 donation 9234 or rcmsvt.org per evening to Nomadicare. TAI CHI CLASSES: SUN‑STYLE 73. ‑ Open to anyone with Free Community Dinner in Bristol. Bring a chair and a picnic. More experience in the 73. Fridays 1 to 2 pm during July and August. Tai Sunday, July 9, 5-6:30 p.m., St. info: sas@nomadicare.org or 802 Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. Chi for Beginners. Intergenerational class offered to anyone age The menu is pulled barbecue chicken 388-1301. fifteen and older, with or without experience in Tai Chi. Fridays on a bun, baked beans, tossed green 2:30 to 3:30 pm during July and August. No classes will be held salad with dressing, watermelon, beverages. All are welcome. on July 14. Middlebury Rec Facility, 154 Creek Rd, Middlebury. cookies, “Blondes and Brunettes” movie Free of charge. Instructor: Susan Wallis. 453‑5600. Basin Bluegrass series in Bristol. Sunday, July 9, 7 Festival in Brandon. p.m., Red Barn, Mary’s at Baldwin Friday, July 7, end of Basin SERVSAFE® CERTIFICATION or Food Handler Certificate — Creek, 1868 N. Route 116. Marilyn Rd. The 23rd annual four-day Employed or seeking position in Food Service, Food Retail, Health Monroe stars along with Bette Davis event. Three-day advance tickets in “All About Eve.” Free. Food and Care or Hospitality? Education and Training improves potential drink available. More info at baldwin$50 by June 27, $60 at the gate, professional advancement. Call Norm at 802.247.0098 or info@ creek.net or 802-453-2432. under 15, free. Admission $25 after 5 p.m. More info at basintrainingtoexcel.com. Courses, Workshops, Services, Retreat Radio Free Honduras in Middlebury. bluegrass@yahoo.com or basinSunday, July 9, 7 p.m., on the green. Sessions, Register at www.trainingtoexcel.com. bluegrassfestival.com. Acoustic Latin folk-rock band fronted Tai Chi Sun-Style 73 in by Honduran music legend/guitar Middlebury. Beginning Friday, virtuoso Charlie Baran. The opening July 7, 1-2 p.m., Middlebury Rec. Facility, 154 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. Create some amazevent of Middlebury’s Festival on-the-Green. Creek Rd. Open to anyone with experience in the ing crafts from recycled materials at this building73. Free. No session on July 14. Contact Susan themed program. Ages 5 and up. Wallis at 453-5600 to register. First in a Friday after- Art show opening reception in Ripton. Saturday, noon summer series. July 8, 4-6 p.m., Ripton Community Church. Tai Chi for beginners in Middlebury. Beginning Robert & Gigi in Middlebury. Monday, Brenda Hall, wood artist and master finisher will Friday, July 7, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Middlebury Rec. July 10, noon, on the green. A Brown be exhibiting wood sculpture pieces. Refeshments Facility, 154 Creek Rd. Intergenerational class for Bag Lunch performance – part of Festival will be served. The exhibit will be available for viewanyone 15 or older, with or without Tai Chi expeon-the-Green. ing through July 29. More info at 802-779-2704, rience. Free. No session July 14. Contact Susan Free Tae Kwon Do Class in Middlebury. Monday, 802-388-0338 or Brenda Hall at 802-247-0310. Wallis to register at 453-5600. First in a Friday Cold Roast Turkey and Salad Supper in Vergennes. July 10, 4:45-7:30 p.m. Middlebury Fitness, 175 afternoon summer series. Wilson Rd. Master Kellie Thomas, 5th Degree Black Saturday, July 8, 5-6:30 p.m., Vergennes United Pajama Storytime in Middlebury. Friday, July 7, 5-6 Belt and owner of TaeKwon Do KICKS will offer Methodist Church, Main St. Menu includes cold p.m., Ollie’s Other Place, 13 Washington St. Free, this class in this Korean martial art known for its roasted turkey, potato salad, broccoli salad, rolls, geared for kids age five and under. Wear your P.J.s dynamic kicking. More info contact Master Thomas dessert and beverage served buffet style. Tickets: for extra fun. This week, Rock Paper Scissors. at tkdkicks101@yahoo.com or 802-377-0476 $9 adults/$5 children. Take out orders available. More info contact Jenny Lyons at 802-382-8558 or The Sea the Sea in Middlebury. Monday, July 10, More info at 802-877-3150. olliesotherplace.com. 7 p.m., on the green. Indie folk-pop duo-band with Carpenters tribute concert in Brandon. Saturday, Art Installation opening reception in Brandon. rich harmony and lyric-driven songs. Part of Festival July 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. Rutland Friday, July 7, 5-7:30 p.m., Compass Music and on-the-Green. native Sally Olsen will present her acclaimed Arts Center, 33 Jones Dr. Artist Bill Ramage’s latest “Carpenters Tribute Concert” with signature Doll make-under workshop part 1 in Shoreham. installation of drawing and sculpture. Ramage will Monday, July 10, 7 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. covers and commentary on the history behind the speak about his 35-year journey in art making. Tired of children’s dolls with gobs of makeup on Carpenter’s music. Tickets: Adults $8. Seniors, George Matthew Jr. carillon concert in Middlebury. their faces? Bring fashion dolls that need a change Students & Military $6. Tickets available at the door. Friday, July 7, 5 p.m., Mead Chapel and surround- Steven Kirby Quintet on stage in Brandon. Saturday, to our doll make-under workshop. We’ll be washing lawns, Middlebury College. Matthew is the ing, prepping, and creating shoes at this evening’s July 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club carillonneur for both Middlebury College and event. Ages 12 and up. Rd. Jazz guitarist Kirby and his quintet will perform Norwich University. He will be playing American Kirby’s compositions and other contemporary jazz Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore in Middlebury. music composed for the carillon. Part of Middlebury Monday, July 10, 8:30 p.m., on the green. Grammy tunes. Concert tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner College’s Summer Carillon Concert series. More award winner who stretches musical boundaries. is available for $25. Reservations are required for info at go.middlebury.edu/carillon. Part of Festival on-the-Green. dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is Left Eye Jump on stage in New Haven. Friday, July BYOB. For more info contact 802-247-4295, info@ 7, 6-8 p.m., Lincoln Peak Winery, 142 River Rd. brandon-music.net or Brandon-music.net. Gritty blues from Chicago to the Delta. Part of the Winery’s free Friday night concerts. Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Rain or shine. Wine and Blood Pressure and Foot Care Clinic food available for sale. More info at 802-388-7368 in Forestdale. Thursday, July 11, 10 a.m., or lincolnpeakvineyard.com. Green Mountain Bicycle Club Monkton Forestdale Senior Center, 1591 Forestdale O’Hanleigh in Salisbury. Friday, June 7, 7:30 p.m., Ridge ride in Monkton and surroundRd. Sponsored by Vermont VNA & Hospice. Cost Salisbury Congregational Church. Vocal and instruing area. Sunday, July 9, 8:45 a.m., Meet at $10. No appointment necessary. More info at mental music of Irish America. Part of the Salisbury Shelburne Village Shopping Center. Three options, 802-770-1536. Summer Performance Series. Free will donation. 23 (E), 38 (M) and 48 (M) miles, will travel some John Gailmor in Middlebury. Tuesday, July 11, noon, Comedic storytelling in Middlebury. Friday, July 7, familiar roads and some less traveled. The short on the green. A Brown Bag lunch performance by 8-10 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. Come see ride will not ascend to Monkton Ridge. Lots of food a perennial favorite. Part of Festival on-the-Green. “Behind the Punchline,” where stand-up comedians stops available along the way. More info contact Political Luncheon in Middlebury. Tuesday, July will tell their favorite jokes and the story behind that Brian Howard at 802-505-1148 or bjhowd@gmail. 11, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Community Room, EastView joke. Admission is free and open to the public. More com or Kerry Crosby at 802-578-3249 or crosat Middlebury. Middlebury College Professor Matt info at 802-779-5488 or mrk4vt@aol.com. bykn@comcast.net. Dickinson will lead a discussion on political topics. Basin Bluegrass Festival in Brandon. Sunday, Bring your own lunch or buy from our Bistro. Cash July 9, end of Basin Rd. The 23rd annual four-day or check accepted. event. Potluck under the big tent at 6 p.m. ThreeFree Community Dinner in Bristol. Sunday July 11, day advance tickets $50 by June 27, $60 at the 5-6:30 p.m., St. Ambrose Parish Hall, 11 School St. Basin Bluegrass Festival in Brandon. gate, under 15, free. Admission $25 after 5 p.m. Pulled BBQ chicken on a bun, baked beans, tossed Saturday, July 8, end of Basin Rd. The More info at basinbluegrass@yahoo.com or basingreen salad with dressing, watermelon, cookies and 23rd annual four-day event. Three-day bluegrassfestival.com. beverages. All are welcome. advance tickets $50 by June 27, $60 at the gate, Lake Champlain Challenge Race in Ferrisburgh. Rick Redington and the Luv in Hancock. Tuesday, under 15, free. Admission $25 after 5 p.m. More Sunday, July 9, registration, 9:30 a.m., race at 11 July 11, 6:30 p.m., on the town green. Bring a chair info at basinbluegrass@yahoo.com or basinbluea.m., Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, 4472 and a picnic, rain site available. Free and open grassfestival.com. Basin Harbor Rd. For all ages of boaters! Just to the public. Part of the Hancock Green summer Monthly wildlife walk in Middlebury. Saturday, watch, or join the fun. Bring your own non-motorconcert series. Sponsored by Hancock Town Pride July 8, 7-9 a.m., Otter View Park, intersection of ized boat, kayak, or canoe to row or paddle in this Committee. Weybridge St. and Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Otter Creek three-mile race across the lake. Registration fee Emily Braden Trio in Middlebury. Tuesday, July 11, Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust admits two to the museum. LCMM’s Community 7 p.m., on the green. An effortless blend of jazz and invite community members to help survey birds Rowing Club will offer a free buffet lunch for all soul. Part of Festival on-the-Green. and other wildlife at Otter View Park and the Hurd rowing participants. More info Nick Patch (802) Upstate Rubdown in Middlebury. Tuesday, July Grassland. Meet at the parking area. Birders of all 475-2022 x113 - nickp@lcmm.org. 11, 8:30 p.m., on the green. A stew of jazz, blues, ages and abilities welcome. For more information Photo Exhibit opening and gallery talk in gospel, soul and pop. Part of Festival on-the-Green. call 388-6019 or 388-1007. Ferrisburgh. Sunday, July 9, 3 p.m., Rokeby Peasant Market in Middlebury. Saturday, July 8, 9 Museum, 4334 US Route 7. Rokeby’s 2017 a.m.-2 p.m., on the Green. A local favorite. Come and find some treasures. Proceeds benefit area non-profits and service organizations. Ayles skiff racing and skiffie outing in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, July 8, registration, 9 a.m., race starts at 10 a.m. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, 4472 Basin Harbor Rd. Ferrisburgh. Start at the museum’s North Harbor and head across the lake, approximately one mile. Rowers will rest (maybe even swim!) before racing back to North Harbor. Free. Information & Registration: Nick Patch 802-475-2022 x113 or nickp@lcmm.org. Recharge with nature hike in Middlebury. Saturday, July 8, 9-10:30 a.m., TAM Battell Woods entrance, Seminary St. Ext. Middlebury Area Land Trust invites you to join hike leader Michelle McCauley, Middlebury College Professor of Psychology. Spend time in nature and boost your physical and emotional well being. More info: 802-388-1007 or info@maltvt.org Vermont Beekeepers Association summer meeting in Middlebury. Saturday, July 8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Middlebury Union High School, 73 Charles Ave. Beekeeping in Addison County and how it relates to life in Vermont will be discussed. 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No Strings Marionette Company in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 12, noon, on the green. A Brown Bag Lunch performance. Part of Festival on-the-Green. Bees and beekeeping with Fred in Brandon. Wednesday, July 12, 2 p.m., Brandon Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Learn how important bees are and how beekeepers take care of them. See hive components up close. Kids Middle Grade Book Club (MGBC) in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 12, 6-7 p.m., The Vermont Book Shop, Main St. “One Crazy Summer” by Rita Williams-Garcia. Vermont Book Shop bookseller Jenny Lyons leads this book group for kids ages 8 to 12 who want to read fun, engaging contemporary middle grade books. Parents are welcome, but not required. Pizza is served. Come to one or all three. Free. For more info or to RSVP email jenny@vermontbookshop.com. Brandon Town Band in Brandon. Wednesday, July 12, 6 p.m., behind the Brandon Inn. Part of Brandon’s Summer Music series. More info at brandon.org. Lions charity auction in Vergennes. Wednesday, July 12, 6 p.m. (preview at 5 p.m.), Vergennes Union High School gym. Annual auction to raise funds for projects in area communities. Flea market and silent auction will run concurrently. Donations of saleable items can be dropped off at the VUHS gym or picked up by Lions volunteers on Tuesday, July 11, 5-7 p.m. No used electronics, baby car seats, old TVs or used appliances. More info contact Jim McClay at 802-545-8181 or any Vergennes Lions member. Paint N Sip for local veterans in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 12, from 6-8 p.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. Price includes snacks and all materials. No experience needed. Step by step fun instructional class. Price is $35.00 in advance or $40.00 at the door. For more at 802-388-9468 or facebook.com/paintwithjackie/. Left Eye Jump in Brandon. Wednesday, July 12, 7 p.m., behind the Brandon Inn. Authentic blues. Part of Brandon’s Summer Music series. Free. More info at brandon.org. Pete’s Posse in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 12, 7 p.m., on the green. Multi-generational roots music. Part of Festival on-the-Green Lake Dunmore steamboat tour presentation in Salisbury. Wednesday, July 12, 7-8:30 p.m., Salisbury Congregational Church, 853 Maple St. Bill Powers will bring to life a photographic “steamboat” tour of the late 1800s and early 1900s, when Oscar Schroeder gave a steamboat tours of the lake. Sponsored by the Salisbury Historical Society. More info contact Margaret Eagan 802-352-9042 or eagan53@myfairpoint.net. The Molly Tuttle Band in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 12, 8:30 p.m., on the green. Award-winning flat-picker with a voice like an angel. Part of the Festival on-the-Green.
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Origami in Orwell. Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m., Orwell Free Library. Gail Martin of Bristol will teach the basics of creating beautiful origami and build confidence for those trying such an intricate art form. Lap-sit story time in Shoreham. Thursday, July 13, 11 a.m., Platt Memorial Library. Enjoy the library before we’re open for an hour of literacy-rich playtime. Share stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. A great socialization opportunity for babies and toddlers in a low-stress environment. For ages 0-3 and their parents and caregivers. Stephan Gratto in Middlebury. Thursday, July 13, noon, on the green. A Brown Bag Lunch performance. Part of the Festival on-the-Green. Build a better world with origami in Shoreham. Thursday, July 13, 1 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. Join Gail Martin of Bristol as she demonstrates how to build with paper and create your own models. Addison County Right to Life meeting in Bristol. Thursday, July 13, 6:30 p.m., St. Ambrose Church, 11 School St. Note change from traditional day and time. Visitors welcome. Light refreshments served. More info contact Chris Holden at 388-3563 or bobbillchris@rwch.net. Jason Anick Gypsy Jazz Trio in Middlebury. Thursday, July 13, 7 p.m., on the green. Jazz without borders. Part of Festival on-the-Green. Sarah Healy in Middlebury. Thursday, July 13, 7-8 p.m., The Vermont Book Shop, Main St. Vermont author Sarah Healy reads from and discusses her new novel, “The Sisters Chase.” The Seamus Eagan Project in Middlebury. Thursday, July 13, 8:30 p.m., on the green. Founding member of the band Solas explores the far reaches of the Irish tradition. Part of Festival on-the-Green.
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Magician Tom Verner in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, noon, on the green. A Brown Bag Lunch performance. Part of the Festival on-the-Green. Sergei Gratchev carillon in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 5 p.m., Mead Chapel and surrounding lawn, Middlebury College. Gratchev is the carillonneur for the Middlebury Russian Language School and City Carillonneur Hulst, Netherlands. Part of the college’s Summer Carillon Concert series. Free. More info at go.middlebury.edu/carillon or 802-443-3168. Pajama Storytime in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 5-6 p.m., Ollie’s Other Place, 13 Washington St. Free, geared for kids age five and under. Wear your P.J.s for extra fun. This week, Little Excavator. More info contact Jenny Lyons at 802-382-8558 or olliesotherplace.com. Rory Jackson opening reception in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 5-7 p.m., Edgewater on the Green, Merchants Row. Opening reception for the gallery’s featured artist for July. Illustration exhibit reception in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 5-7 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Join children’s book artists/authors featured in the Sheldon’s current exhibit, “Draw Me a Story – Tell Me a Tale.” Free and open to the public. More info at HenrySheldonMuseum.org or 802-388-2117. Book discussion in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 6-7 p.m., The Vermont Book Shop, Main St. Meet and discuss “Ties” by Domenico Starnone. Singles Book club, for literary-minded singles. Starline Rhythm Boys in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 7 p.m., on the green. Swinging rockabilly and honky-tonk band. Part of Festival on-the-Green. “Poetry Free for All” in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 7-9 p.m., Kirk Alumni Center, 217 Golf Course Road. Middlebury Bread Loaf School of English and friends host this celebration of the power of poetry to shape our communities. Poets wishing to participate are encouraged to submit one of their
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own poems and one by another writer on the issues that matter to them to poetryfreeforall.submittable. com/submit by July 7. Point Counterpoint faculty concert in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 8 p.m., Mead Chapel, Middlebury College. Handicap accessible. Request of good will donation. Dave Keller’s 9-Piece Soul Revue in Middlebury. Friday, July 14, 8:30 p.m., on the green. One of the finest award-winning soul and blues men of his generation. Part of Festival on-the-Green. “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” on screen in Bristol. Friday, July 14, dusk, on the town green. Part of Bristol’s Movies in the Park series. Free and open to the public. Bring a blanket and your bug spray. Rain location Holley Hall.
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Annual Ripton Hollow tag sale in Ripton. Saturday, July 15, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., village center on Rt. 125. Table fees and sales donations benefit the restoration, maintenance and programs of the Ripton Community Church. More info at 802-388-0338, 802-388-9977 or 802-443-8750. Call to reserve a space. Free Tae Kwon Do Class in Vergennes. Saturday, July 15, 9 a.m.-noon, Champlain Valley Christian Reform Church, 73 Church St. Master Kellie Thomas, 5th Degree Black Belt and owner of TaeKwon Do KICKS will offer this class in this Korean martial art known for its dynamic kicking. More info contact Master Thomas at tkdkicks101@ yahoo.com or 802-377-0476 Meditative coloring in Shoreham. Saturday, July 15, 1-3 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. Join us for Zen Doodling, adult coloring books, and other meditative coloring activities. Ages 8 and up. Painting demo in Middlebury. Saturday, July 15, Edgewater Gallery on the Falls, Frog Alley. Artist Jane Davies will demonstrate her technique. Kathleen Saville in Middlebury. Saturday, July 15, 4-5 p.m., The Vermont Book Shop, Main St. Vermont author Kathleen Saville reads from and discusses her new book “Rowing for My Life.” Pulled Pork Sandwich Supper in Shoreham. Saturday, July 15, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham Congregational Church, 28 School Rd. Enjoy pulled pork sandwiches, cole slaw, pickles, beverages, and great desserts and chat with neighbors and. Tickets $8/person, $28/family of four or more. Beat the summer heat and let someone else do the cooking! Vermont Jazz Ensemble street dance in Middlebury. Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m., Main St. the final event of Middlebury’s Festival on-the-Green. Daredevil aviation double feature on screen in Brandon. Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m. Brandon Town Hall. In “The Phantom Flyer” (1928) famous stunt pilot Al Wilson portrays a border patrol aviator who uses his flying skills to save girlfriend Mary (Lillian Gilmore) from cattle rustlers. And in “The Sky Rider” (1928), join Champion the Wonder Dog as he flies along with his master Dick to foil the plot of a disinherited nephew to get even with — well, it’s complicated. Part of Brandon’s silent film and live music series. Jamie Lee Thurston in Vergennes. Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m., Vergennes Opera House, 120 Main St. Thurston appears in an acoustic show to benefit Addison County Community Trust. The Meat Packers with Mike Scott will open. Come and help raise money for affordable housing in Addison County. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. More info at vergennesoperahouse.org. John LaRouche Trio in Brandon. Saturday, July 15, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Jazz tinged with latin, Turkish, swing and tango influences. 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 e-mail info@brandon-music.net for reservations or for more information.
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“Blondes and Brunettes” movie series in Bristol. Sunday, July 16, 7 p.m., Red Barn, Mary’s at Baldwin Creek, 1868 N. Route 116. Enjoy Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn in some of their most memorable roles — and some most underrated. Free. Food and drink available. Check baldwincreek.net for this week’s movie or call 802-453-2432. Vermont Sun Triathlon series in Salisbury. Sunday, July 16, Branbury State Park. Sprint Distance race. For more info or to register visit vermontsuntriathalonseries.com.
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Doll make-under workshop part 2 in Shoreham. Monday, July 17, 7 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. Tired of children’s dolls with gobs of makeup on their faces? We’ll continue work on our fashion dolls, to create the perfect make-under. We’ll be painting faces, restyling hair, and working on clothes at this evening’s event. Ages 12 and up.
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Assessment of Prior Learning information session in Middlebury. Tuesday, July 18, 5-6:30 p.m., CCV, 10 Merchants Row. Find out how earning college credit for prior learning is possible. Learn about CCV’s class Assessment of Prior Learning, offered this fall in Middlebury. South Royalton Town Band in Hancock. Tuesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m., on the town green. Bring a chair and a picnic, rain site available. Free and open to
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Solar ovens with Cliff in Brandon. Wednesday, July 19, 2 p.m., Brandon Public Library, 4 Franklin St. Learn how solar ovens work and make s’mores. La Rebelion del Tango in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 19, 6 p.m., new park corner of South Main and College streets. Part of the Middlebury Community Music Center/Better Middlebury Partnership Concerts in the Park series. Free Red Hot Juba in Brandon. Wednesday, July 19, 7 p.m., behind the Brandon Inn. Hot, swinging countrified jazz and blues. Part of the Brandon Summer Music series. Free. More info at brandon.org. Three Sas Carey films on Mongolian Shamanic traditions on screen in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 19, 7-9 p.m., 248 Washington St. Ext, gazebo in back. Come view “Ceremony: A Journey Among the Shamans of northern Mongolia,” “Shamans Among the Dukhas” and “Taiga Heart Song.” Carey travels from the Gobi Desert to the taiga bordering Siberia, combining health care with documenting the lives of reindeer herders and shamans. Suggested $10 donation per evening to Nomadicare. Bring a chair and a picnic. More info: sas@nomadicare.org or 802 388-1301. Stargazing open house in Middlebury. Wednesday, July 19, 9-10:30 p.m., Mittelman Observatory, McCardell Bicentennial Hall, Route 125. See Jupiter and Saturn and other celestial phenomena through the observatory’s telescopes. Free and open to the public. Check the Observatory at go.middlebury.edu/observatory/ or 802-443-2266 after 7 p.m. on evening of event for weather status.
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Reduce reuse recycle in Orwell. Thursday, July 20, 10:30 a.m., Orwell Free Library. Test your knowledge about recycling with a fun recyclables relay then use recycled items to create fabulous art. This program brought to Orwell by the Addison County Solid Waste Management District. Creating a local brewing business in Bristol. Thursday, July 20, 7 p.m., Howden Hall, 19 West Street. The Bristol Historical Society hosts Bristol historian and native Kevin Hanson, who will discuss the realization of his dream — a local beer brewing business. Open to the public. Call Rick Desorda at 453-4767 for details.
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Green Mountain Club hike — Winooski Footbridge and Stimson Mountain in Bolton. Friday, July 21. Carpool from Middlebury to the Bolton parking area on Route 2. Cross Winooski River Footbridge and hike a relocated section of the Long Trail west of Stimson Mountain. Moderate, 5.8 miles. Wear appropriate clothing; bring water, food and hiking poles if desired. Contact Ruth Penfield at ruthpenfield@gmail.com or at 802-388-5407 for additional information. Rain date Friday, July 28. For more activities, visit gmcbreadloaf.org. Pajama Storytime in Middlebury. Friday, July 21, 5-6 p.m., Ollie’s Other Place, 13 Washington St. Free, geared for kids age five and under. Wear your P.J.s for extra fun. This week, Pete the Cat. More info contact Jenny Lyons at 802-382-8558 or olliesotherplace.com. LC Jazz on stage in New Haven. Friday, July 21, 6-8 p.m., Lincoln Peak Winery, 142 River Rd. Big band jazz classics. Part of the Winery’s free Friday night concerts. Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Rain or shine. Wine and food available for sale. More info at 802-388-7368 or lincolnpeakvineyard. com. “Pete’s Dragon” on screen in Bristol. Friday, July 21, dusk, on the town green. Part of Bristol’s Movies in the Park series. Free and open to the public. Bring a blanket and your bug spray Rain location Holley Hall. Atlantic Crossing in Salisbury. Friday, July 21, 7:30 p.m., Salisbury Meeting House. Vocal and Instrumental music of New England, Quebec, Maritime America and the British Isles. Part of the Salisbury Summer Performance Series. Free will donation.
L IV E M U S I C Left Eye Jump in New Haven. Friday July 7, 6 p.m., Lincoln Peak Winery. Aaron Brush in Middlebury. Friday, July 7, 6-8 p.m., Two Brothers Tavern. O’Hanleigh in Salisbury. Friday, June 7, 7:30 p.m., Salisbury Meeting House. Carpenter’s tribute in Brandon. Saturday, July 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon town Hall. Steven Kirby Quartet in Brandon. Saturday, July 8 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music. Crazyhearse with Sand Machine in Middlebury. Saturday, July 8, 9 p.m., Two Bothers Tavern. Radio Free Honduras in Middlebury. Sunday, July 9, 7 p.m., on the green. The Sea the Sea in Middlebury. Monday, July 10, 7 p.m., on the green. Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore in Middlebury. Monday, July 10, 8:30 p.m., on the green. See a full listing of
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Happy Fourth!
COMMUNITIES AROUND THE COUNTY celebrated the Fourth of July in a variety of ways over the long weekend, but the festivities culminated with Bristol’s annual parade Tuesday morning. A wide range of acts marched down residential streets and then through downtown. There were plenty of horses, tractors, firetrucks, Scouts, athletes and musicians, and even a handful of mimes showed up. Many in attendance raved about the beautiful weather that graced the event. Independent photos/Trent Campbell
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LOOKING WEST, A viewer can see the floodwaters beginning to recede on Newton Road in Forest Dale late on Saturday.
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Flooding (Continued from Page 1A) Audet became a minor Facebook Live sensation as he filmed himself with his phone outside his small, white house, completely surrounded by floodwaters. Audet narrated the entirety of the 10-minute video wading through the floodwater in his stocking feet, at one point standing in the fastest current, saying his cat had perished and hoping his lawnmower wouldn’t be carried away. Also on Friday, VTRoads on Twitter reported that Route 116 South in Bristol between Carlstrom and Cove roads had water flowing across the road. State police were notified. As for the rest of Brandon, the Neshobe Golf Course flooded where the river winds through the greens, and Route 73 was under water from the entrance to Wheeler Road all the way past the Brandon Police Station. By Sunday morning, though, every road in Brandon was re-opened to traffic except Newton Road. In Addison County, Ripton may have seen the worst of it. The Vermont Agency of Transportation closed part of Route 125 between the Ripton store and East Middlebury on Saturday as flooding took out guardrails. The road was reduced to one lane due to flooding on Sunday and as of Wednesday traffic was moving, but delayed as work to restore the guardrails continued. Water went across Route 100 in Hancock on Saturday, closing the road for a while. Witnesses reported water over the road on Route 125 in Cornwall as
the Lemon Fair River left its banks; and water was also reportedly on the pavement of Route 7 in East Middlebury thanks to the surging Middlebury River that had closed part of Route 125 in Ripton. Further east, Blake Roy Road was also flooded. Lake Dunmore rose more than a foot in four days, and docks were either floating or submerged. Reports said motorboats were banned on Sunday because the wakes were a threat to the docks. There are sandbags near the dam that runs under West Shore Road near Waterhouses. Back in Brandon, the town’s Independence Day parade went off on Saturday afternoon, but it was a soggy affair. The fireworks were postponed until this coming Saturday, July 8. Atherton and Brandon Public Works Director Daryl Burlett were on scene on Newton Road at 4:30 Saturday afternoon, and by Sunday morning, Burlett had a stream alteration permit from the state so he could start moving boulders and rocks back into the river. Atherton said they could hear the rocks and boulders being moved by the rushing river water downstream on Saturday evening. “It sounded like a bunch of marbles getting knocked around,” he said. The Vermont Agency of Transportation had already been on scene by Sunday morning, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was contacted. Burlett said the federal government can only declare a disaster if the state
claims at least $1 million in damage, which should not be a problem. The towns of Ripton, Bradford, Rochester, Norwich, Barre, and Thetford also reported flooding damage to roads and culverts. Atherton said the town expects to have all the debris cleaned up and
Newton Road repaired by the end of the week. Markowski Excavating has been retained to do the repairs, which Atherton said will cost an estimated $520,000. On Sunday morning in Brandon, onlookers came out to survey the damage on Newton Road. Huge
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School tax Civil War veteran (Continued from Page 1A) That figure is a 2.16-cent increase over the 2016-2017 fiscal year rate, or about 1.3 percent. Many homeowners in Vergennes and other Vermont towns pay school taxes based on their income, not on the value of their property, and will be eligible for prebates under the income-sensitivity provisions of Vermont’ school-finance laws. Typically at least two-thirds of homeowners pay based on their income. Those who do pay based solely on the value of their homes will be looking an additional $42.50 of taxes per $100,000 of assessed value. Three of the four other Addison Northwest School District towns saw significant decreases after district unification approval (Panton’s rose slightly), one provision of which created a 10-cent discount for ANWSD residential taxpayers in the coming fiscal year and smaller discounts in the following four years. But without unification, Vergennes could have seen a much higher increase in its tax rate because of decreasing enrollment at city schools and ongoing payments to eliminate debt at Vergennes Union High School due to past failures to properly account for the costs of special education. Under the merger, all students at the four ANWSD schools are counted as one population. From the 2015-2016 school year to this past year the Vergennes residential school tax rate rose by 9.37 cents to $1.6021. COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Meanwhile, the overall Vergennes non-residential rate for 2017-2018 will rise by 6.17 cents, or 2.7 percent, to $2.3408. The changes in the city rates are the same for the non-residential rate (an increase of 2 cents to 81 cents for the municipal rate), while the state non-residential school tax rate is rising by 4.16 cents to $1.5270. CORRECTION: Due to a miscommunication in a June 28 phone interview, the Independent’s June 29 edition erroneously stated the amount of money the city council used from its fiscal year 2016 fund balance to offset taxes in June of 2016; the council applied $100,000 of what eventually proved to be an audited fund balance of $180,000.
(Continued from Page 1A) who were perhaps unaware of where state and federal military annals. he is buried. Meanwhile, Rice’s resting place For months, Scanlon searched has been respectfully tended by yet high and low for any details another Salisbury veteran, Henry about Rice. His contacts included Haskell. He is the most recent in a Tom Ledoux of the Vermont Old long line of residents who have been Cemeteries Association (VOCA), unofficial caretakers of the grave which also maintains the state’s throughout the years. military database. “I passed by it for many years and Here’s a brief summary of what never paid much attention to it,” Scanlon learned about Rice: Haskell, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran He was born in Schoharie County, and local cemetery commissioner, New York, near Esperance, in 1816 said of the Rice plot. to Riley and Sybil Rice. He worked “I felt that since I was living on mainly as a laborer or farmhand, (Lower Plains Road) and no one had which resulted in him moving taken over maintenance of the grave, around a lot as a young man. During that I should do it.” his travels, he met and married Riley died at age Mary Estabrook, a 63 on Nov. 21, 1879, native of Windham but it was only in “I passed by it County, Vermont. In March of last year for many years 1840, while living and that some momentum and never paid working in Leicester, began to build for they had their first of learning more about much attention two sons, Charles. In Rice’s orphaned grave. to it. I felt that 1845, while living and Scanlon and Haskell since I was working in Salisbury, — both members of living on (Lower their second son, Salisbury’s board Luther, was born. of civil authority — Plains Road) Sometime after the were counting ballots and no one birth of their children, together on Town had taken over Riley and Mary Meeting Day. Their moved their family to maintenance of conversations between Mendon, Vt., where the monotony of the grave, that I Mary died on May 23, tallying ballots turned should do it.” 1860. to Riley Rice. Riley Rice enlisted — Henry Haskell “I thought it would in the Union Army at be nice to learn age 46 in 1862, soon something about him,” Scanlon said. after President Abraham Lincoln Scanlon is a Salisbury selectman, called for more troops in August of a U.S. Army veteran, and an that year. This led to the formation enthusiastic genealogy researcher, of the 14th Vermont Regiment. Rice having traced his family lineage joined Company H, which mustered back several generations to Ireland. out of Rutland. He is also adjutant of Middlebury The 14th Vermont was disbanded American Legion Post 27. Scanlon after nine action-packed months. was aware of the storied bravery A monument to the 14th Vermont and effectiveness of the Vermont Infantry stands at Gettysburg. 14th during the Civil War Battle Private Rice survived the ordeal, and of Gettysburg, where the regiment it isn’t clear whether he immediately rescued a Union battery under attack returned to Mendon or to Salisbury and went on to assist in the repulse of — though his sons remained in the famous Pickett’s Charge. Mendon, according to Scanlon’s Scanlon has walked the fields of research. Gettysburg in awe of the sacrifices Rice definitely relocated to made by thousands of soldiers hoping Salisbury prior to 1870, Scanlon to reunite a nation divided. To think learned, and it was sometime around that a fellow Salisbury resident had this time that he remarried another been a part of the actual battle 154 woman named Mary. He worked years ago further whetted Scanlon’s as a farm laborer until his death in appetite to learn more about the man 1879. and hopefully leave a more complete Scanlon said it was not unusual in record for any of his descendants the 19th century for farm laborers
VETERANS HENRY HASKELL, left, and Tom Scanlon have been busy tending to and researching this Salisbury gravestone that marks the final resting place of Civil War veteran Phineas “Riley” Rice. Rice served with the 14th Vermont Regiment at Gettysburg and died in 1879.
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to be buried on the property they worked, thus explaining why Rice was interred in isolation. But that isolation, Scanlon fears, has led to a cold trail for possible Rice family members. “It’s a shame,” Scanlon said. “A lot of these veterans have relatives.” Fortunately, Scanlon’s recent efforts will make it easier for those looking for Phineas “Riley” Rice. As it turned out, VOCA had the wrong coordinates for Rice’s grave site. Scanlon corrected that information, and also created a “Findagrave.com” listing for what
is now officially known as “Rice Cemetery.” And Scanlon is not stopping there. He is attempting to trace Rice’s lineage to current day, and has thus far painted a family portrait into the 1930s. The hope is that some day, a Rice relative will pull over on Lower Plains Road and become posthumously acquainted with a man who voluntarily left the safety of a Vermont farm to survive the deadly volleys of hot lead in Gettysburg. Until then, Haskell will make sure Rice’s grave is accorded the respect
it deserves. He prunes back brush, mows, hits it with a leaf blower and makes sure it is adorned with a flag every Memorial Day. Last year, he took a toothbrush to all the letters on the marker. He is working to replace the small fence that encircles the grave. “I’ve propped it up; it’s on its last legs,” he said of the current fence encircling what is now officially known as Salisbury’s fourth — and certainly smallest — cemetery. “I’m glad,” Haskell said of the new recognition for Phineas “Riley” Rice. “A lot of people didn’t know he was here.”
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Living in John Bower’s House
John Bower, generally acknowledged as the greatest American Nordic skier, died on June 6 at age 76. He attended Middlebury College from 1959-63 and coached skiing at Middlebury from 1967-75. When Middlebury decided to honor its athletes with a Hall of Fame, Bower was inducted in the very first class of five alumni in 2013. We reprise today a column about John from 2002 that celebrates his remarkable career in skiing and my serendipitous connection to him. KL I live in John Bower’s house. Actually, I live in the house John Bower built in Cornwall in 1971 when he was the ski coach at Middlebury College. I’m thrilled by this association as it connects me to my first hometown, Lewiston, Maine, and my adoptive hometown, Middlebury, through the College here, which we both attended, then made our place of work. John, however, split for the West, in 1975, and has lived there, more or less, ever since. Me, I get more Yankee-encrusted every day. I believe John Bower’s house will be my last. I don’t know John Bower personally, and I don’t ski. Well, I skied at one time. Literally, one time. I took a lesson from Gail Jette once at the Snow Bowl and skied the whole afternoon on the Lang Trail. I didn’t kill myself, and wondered why anyone would ever (See Lindholm, Page 3B)
Sports BRIEFS Softballers named league all-stars ADDISON COUNTY — Sixteen members of local high school softball teams received postseason recognition from either the Metro Conference or the Marble Valley League. Middlebury senior pitcher Payton Buxton and Mount Abraham junior outfielder Jenna McArdle were named to the Metro Conference first team. Otter Valley junior third baseman Gabriela Poalino and senior pitcher Courtney Bushey earned berths on the MVL A Division first team. Eagle senior pitcher Rachael McCormick made the Metro Second Team, while Otter junior first baseman Charlotte Winslow was picked for the MVL Second Team. Five Eagles and five Tigers each earned Metro Honorable Mention. From Mount Abe, junior second baseman Emily Aldrich, sophomore outfielder Ruby Ball, senior catcher Genysis Berube, junior shortstop Katelynn Ouellette, and sophomore third baseman Erika Tracey were the picks. From MUHS chosen were sophomore catcher Abby LaRock, senior shortstop Lily Smith, senior third baseman Darcy Staats, freshman outfielder Gwen Stafford and sophomore second baseman Taylor Sylvester.
THE CARTER AGENCY outhouse with Nate Selby, left, Emily Crowe and Emma Carter cross the paper towel finish line in second place at Bristol’s outhouse race Tuesday morning.
IRA WHITE YELLS out a rallying cry to his teammates pushing the Mount Abraham Union High School Varsity Football outhouse Tuesday in Bristol.
Bristol Financial: Penthouse of outhouses
Winner’s straightdown-middle ride edges Hatch 31
By ANDY KIRKALDY BRISTOL — One team’s command of West Street’s central crown might have decided the outcome of Tuesday’s Great Bristol Outhouse Race. In the championship heat of what Bristol Fourth of July celebration organizers unofficially (and not so modestly) call the World Championship Outhouse Race, the winning Bristol Financial Services team of pushers Coleman Russell and Chris Wood and rider Sophie Wolak lined up their rolling port-a-potty right next to the street’s double yellow lines. From there, they pushed a straight and true course through the big crowd lining both sides of Bristol’s main thoroughfare, cruised under the giant American flag lofted between two cranes, and then broke the paper-tow“It was el barrier at the finish an line held between volabsolute unteers wielding the towel roll and a toilet blast. plunger. It was As was the case a great with all great chamtime. I pionships, hard work, can’t dedication and practice certainly must wait have been behind until the team’s two pernext fect runs on Tuesday year.” morning, Russell was — Cam asked. Perta Russell’s response: Well, not exactly. “We picked up the outhouse last night and showed up this morning,” he said. Russell and Wood — both newly minted graduates of Mount Abraham Union High School, where they were multi-sport athletes — admitted to being motivated by their second-place finish a year ago, by about five feet in the final, which followed four preliminary heats. But Wood said even earning a world championship outhouse race victory and avenging that loss, while plenty of fun, was not as sweet as starting for the 2016 Eagle baseball team that
THE BRISTOL FINANCIAL Services team of Chris Wood, left, Sophie Wolak and Coleman Russell take the lead in a preliminary heat of Tuesday’s Great Bristol Outhouse Race. The team was the eventual winner of the annual Fourth of July event.
won the Division II Vermont title. “But a win is a win,” Wood said. “We’ll take it.” While Bristol Financial cruised
down the middle, the Hatch 31 team — pullers Cam Perta and Jake McDonough and rider Sarah Wisell — that proved to be its main competition
in the final struggled to maintain a direct course from start to finish. Hatch 31 and Bristol Financial ran neck-and-neck down the rough-
ly 300-yard course (according to the Bristol Fourth website, “The actual course length has never been measured”; apparently some things are best left unknown) until about 30 or 40 yards from the finish, with Hatch 31 on the south side of West Street. The road tilts toward the crowd there, and Perta said he and McDonough were battling their wooden rest room’s wheels as well as Bristol Financial. “Our issue was that the course tilted to the right a little bit because of the bank, so we had Jake trying to work to control it. In the first race it was fine,” Perta said. “But in the last race it was hard for him to corral it and power it at the same time.” As the teams headed east toward the finish line just before the downtown traffic light, Hatch 31 started veering ever closer toward the crowd. Finally the pullers had to slow to avoid injuring onlookers as the cart hit the fans right at the finish line. It appeared as if Bristol Financial might have had a slight lead, but anything could have happened. Despite the frustration, Perta said he and McDonough plan to return. “It was an absolute blast. It was a great time. I can’t wait until next year. Last year we didn’t win our heat, and this year we won our heat. We’re moving in the right direction for sure,” Perta said. “Next year’s our year.” It was hard to say if Hatch 31 or Carter Agency — pullers Emma Carter (a current three-sport Eagle standout and senior-to-be) and Nate Seley and rider Emily Crowe — actually finished second. Many in the crowd were pulling for what would have been the first-ever victory by a co-ed team (one observer said it would be “appropriate in the year of Wonder Woman”) and Carter Agency had already pulled off a rare co-ed win in the morning’s first heat. But despite weeks of training, Carter Agency had to settle for what could have been second, about 20 feet behind Bristol Financial. Oh, wait, that’s not how preparation for the Great Bristol Outhouse Race works. “We came down this morning and said, ‘Let’s do it,’” Carter said. (See Race, Page 2B)
Girls’ lax players net postseason honors
Boys’ lax athletes earn recognition ADDISON COUNTY — Ten members of the Middlebury, Otter Valley and Mount Abraham-Vergennes union high school boys’ lacrosse teams received postseason honors this spring. Senior midfielder/attacker Spencer Carpenter became the only member of the Division I Tigers to be recognized: USA Lacrosse named Carpenter an Academic All-American. Four players earned First-Team D-III honors, three of them Mount Abe players: senior attacker Max Ratti-Bicknell, senior midfielder Owein LaBarr, and junior long-stick midfielder Sam Paradee. They are joined by OV sophomore defender Timothy Kittler. Five more earned Second Team D-III honors. Three are Otters: senior midfielder Tyson Cram, sophomore goalie Alec Stevens and sophomore attacker Hayden Gallo. Two Eagles join them, senior midfielder Addison King and freshman defender Jonas Schroeder.
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MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School girls lacrosse goaltender Raven Payne was recently named a USA Lacrosse All-American. Independent file photo/Trent Campbell
By ANDY KIRKALDY Turner, a midfielder for the VerADDISON COUNTY — Four- gennes-Mount Abe collective team teen local high school girls’ lacrosse and the Mount Abe valedictorian, athletes earned postwas recognized as an Acseason recognition for ademic All-American. their efforts, including Turner was also the one who earned USA Vermont winner of the Lacrosse All-American USA Lacrosse Jackie honors and another who Pitts Award. According earned not only Academto the organization, the ic All-American honors, Pitts award goes to a sebut also an award from nior who “truly honors USA Lacrosse honoring the game of lacrosse, is her contributions to the involved in the developsport. ment of the game in her Earning All-American community, is an excephonors for her efforts tional player who continon the field was Middleually strives to improve bury Union junior goalie her game, and is an exRaven Payne, who anemplary member of her TURNER chored a championship team. She exemplifies Tiger defense that allowed only the spirit of the game, on and off the about six goals per game this spring. field. Academically, she is and outPayne was one of only three Ver- standing student and a valuable role mont All-Americans. model in her school. Mount Abraham senior Ashley (See Lacrosse, Page 3B)
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HATCH 31 WITH rider Sarah Wisell and pushers Jake McDonough, left, and Cameron Perta compete in the final heat of Tuesday’s outhouse race in Bristol.
TEAMS COMPETE IN the final race during Bristol’s annual outhouse race Tuesday morning.
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THE GOODPOINT RECYCLING South team with rider Crystal Johnston and pushers Patrick Bilodeau, left, and Sean Fahey races down a fan-lined West Street Tuesday in Bristol.
BRISTOL YOUTH SPORTS with rider Emma Crum and pullers Jude Bunch, left, and Brent Crum power their way to a preliminary heat victory at Tuesday’s Great Bristol Outhouse race.
TEAM AMERICA WITH rider Francis Smith and pullers Zach Hines, left, and Connor Norland move ahead of the Good Point Recycling North outhouse Tuesday morning.
TEAMS BURST OFF the start line and race down West Street during Tuesday morning’s Great Bristol Outhouse Race.
Race FANS SNAP PICTURES of the Bristol Financial Services outhouse as it rushes down West Street Tuesday morning.
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the ride. Also competing on Tuesday were teams from the Lake Champlain Waldorf School (the winner for best decorated outhouse), In Stitches (a veteran team upset by Carter Agency in the first heat), two from Goodpoint Recycling (one, with an H.M.S. Poop Deck that contended for best decorated), Norland/Hines, Bristol Village Creeme Stand, the Paradee family, and the Mount Abe football varsity (a contender that, like Hatch 31, struggled with the far-south lane). Each of those teams paid an entry fee that helped support the Bristol Fourth of July committee’s events, notably Monday night’s fireworks display. And if anyone was shocked, shocked, to see gambling in downtown Bristol, fans also buy tickets for each of the five heats to place bets on the winners. Tickets that supported heat winners go into a drawing for modest cash prizes. Overall, according to Tuesday’s announcer and event organizer Shawn Oxford, the outhouse race reliably raises between $900 and $1,200 every year to support Bristol’s Independence Day celebration. “It’s not insignificant,” Oxford said.
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Lindholm (Continued from Page 1B) dle of Auburn. Built in a natural amwant to do it again. phitheater, it featured a ski jump with On the other hand, John Bower was an 80-foot tower — right next to the a truly great skier, an NCAA Cham- best baseball field in the state (lots of pion (twice), an Olympian (twice), a seats — and lights!) in the middle of world-class competitor throughout the a residential neighborhood. Bower 1960s. spent plenty of time there: he was also In 1968, at age 27, in his last event a good baseball player and played that before retirement, John Bower won game at Middlebury too. the prestigious King’s Cup at HolmenAt Middlebury, from 1959 to 1963, kollen, Norway. This achievement, he was “an amazing skier,” according along with Bill Koch’s silver medal to Howard Kelton, who recently rein the ’76 Olympics, are tired as Manager of the “the two most impressive Snow Bowl, “the best results in U.S. Nordic ski four event skier we ever history,” according to had.” Bower was the Middlebury Ski Coach, perennial “skimeister” Terry Aldrich. at Carnivals, the award “That Holmenkollen given to the top finisher win was very significant,” in all four events. “He Aldrich says. “No Ameriwas a good Alpine skier can ever did it before him too,” confirms Kelton. and no one has done it After serving his time since. It’s still the premier in the Army, completNordic combined; it gets ing an Infantry Officers the best Nordic combined Basic Course at Fort skiers in the world. (The Benning, he returned Nordic combined “comto Middlebury to coach bines” ski jumping and in 1967 and spent eight cross-country racing.) years on the Athletic DeThat win climaxed partment staff, seven as an extraordinary 1968 the head ski coach. season in which Bower In 1975, he left MidJOHN BOWER won the national Nordic dlebury to become the combined championship Nordic Director of the (his fourth), was the highest American U.S. Ski Team, a position he held for finisher in that event in the Grenoble three more Olympic appearances, in Olympics (a “disappointing” 13th), 1976 (the year of Bill Koch’s triumph), then swept through the Scandinavian 1980, and 1992. He also was responsifestivals, finishing second in Sweden, ble for the design and construction of sixth in Finland, and winning in Nor- the ski jumps used in this year’s Olymway, defeating the Olympic champion. pics. What a career! To win the Holmenkollen, he As great a skier as he was, his Midshocked the Scandinavians with a first dlebury friends affirm that he’s a better in the 15 kilometer race and then came person. “Nobody has ever said a bad in fourth in the 70 meter jump, with a word about John,” says Terry Aldrich. long jump of 266 feet, before 100,000 “He was a teacher on and off the hill.” spectators. In the 70 years of competi- Howard Kelton agrees. “His record tion through 1968, Bower was only the was so impressive that he was like a ninth non-Norwegian to win. god to his skiers,” Howard recalls, “yet Holmenkollen also earned him a he cared about them as individuals. “shower of national publicity and He’s as fair a person as you’ll ever see honors,” according to the Middlebury in your life. He never wanted to be in Newsletter, including an invitation the limelight.” from President Lyndon Johnson to the Two years ago, John and his wife, White House to visit with the King of Bonnie (who was the women’s ski Norway who had presented Bower his coach at Middlebury when John Cup earlier in the year at Holmenkol- coached the men) sold their home in len. Park City, Utah, left the ski world, Bower started skiing at two, won his bought a large motor home, and hit the first Blue Ribbon for jumping at the road. According to the Salt Lake TriAuburn Winter Carnival at nine, and bune, their lifestyle has allowed them skied the head wall at Tuckerman’s extended stays in the Canadian RockRavine (Mt. Washington) at age ten. ies and Sedona, Arizona. They have In high school, he won all four events, spent weeks doing volunteer work in Alpine as well as Nordic, one year in St. Louis and at a boys’ camp in Maine, the Eastern Scholastic Championship. practicing their strong religious values. I knew John Bower as a famous high My hope is that their travels bring school athlete at Edward Little High them back to Vermont someday soon. in Auburn, Maine, just across the river I’d like them to park that big rig outfrom Lewiston, where I lived. side the house they built in Vermont, I used to go watch the ski jumping and come inside for a visit with a guy at Pettingill Park, smack in the mid- from Lewiston and his family.
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WEST HAVEN — Brandon drivers Joey Scarborough and Vince Quenneville Jr. ran one-two in Monday night’s main dirt-track feature at Devil’s Bowl Speedway. Scarborough’s win in the 35lap Sportsman Modified feature was his first NASCAR Whelen All-American Series victory on the Devil’s Bowl dirt track. Scarborough, 20, led from the fifth lap onward, while the veteran Quenneville passed Kenny Tremont junior in the final two laps to earn second place. In the 30-driver field, Orwell’s Tim LaDuc finished sixth, Middlebury’s Justin Comes was seventh, and Whiting’s Jimmy Ryan fin-
ished eighth. Fair Haven’s Chris Murray won the 20-lap Super Stock race. Orwell’s Ronnie Alger finished ninth in that event. Rutland’s Chris Charbonneau earned his first-ever victory in the 15-lap Mini Stock feature. Leicester’s Derrick Counter took eighth for the best local finish. Richie Turner of Highgate prevailed in the 50-lap Enduro Series race. Jonathan McCluskey of Cornwall completed 44 laps and finished eighth in that event. Rainy weekend weather forced Devil’s Bowl to move its dirt track racing from Sunday to Monday and to call off its Saturday night slate.
Lacrosse (Continued from Page 1B) Named as Division I First Team All-Stars were Payne, MUHS senior defender Riley Fenster, and Tiger junior attacker Satchel McLaughlin. Three more Tigers earned nods as D-I Second Team All-Stars, all midielders: juniors Andi Boe and Isabel Rosenberg and freshman Kate Donahue. Another four Tigers earned D-I Honorable Mention: junior defender
Keagan Dunbar, sophomore midfielder Lacey Greenamyre, sophomore attacker Ada Anderson and senior attacker Mikayla Robinson. Turner was named a D-II FirstTeam All-Star, and two of her Vergennes-Mount Abe teammates also earned recognition: Mount Abe sophomore Jalen Cook, a midfielder, made the D-II Second Team, and Mount Abe senior Jackie Reiss earned Honorable Mention.
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THE STARKSBORO PIRATES defeated the Lincoln Magic, 8-0, on Sunday, June 18, for the Mt. Abe 5 Town Little League Championship. Pictured are, standing, head coach Dan Harris and assistant coach Joe Russell, back row left to right: Kayden Podlaski, Caleb Russell, Colby Little and Owen Bromley; and front row, Gus Hill, Reiss Hendee, Michael Nevius, Elijah Jackson, Bradley Wells and Aidan Harris. Missing: Jude Smith, Will Iliff and Adam Mansfield.
Champs swim past Winooski to prevail in home meet By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — On June 29 the Vergennes Champs overcame visiting Winooski easily, 233-93, and defeated a challenge from the elements with more difficulty — the meet had to be called early due to uncooperative weather, but lasted long enough to become an official Champlain Valley Swim League result. The Champs evened their record at 1-1 heading into a meet this Thursday at Burlington Tennis Club. Fifteen Champs won races, led by Will Clark’s three victories. Sophia Johnson, Hadley Harris, Jarret Muzzy, Leah Croke, Amelia Giroux, Ethan Sausville, and Carson Hoffman touched the wall first two times each, and the Champs picked up seven relay wins to one for Winooski. Earning points for the Champs
with top-three finishes were: BUTTERFLY • U-8 boys: 1. Will Clark, 21.81; 2. Quinn LeBeau. • U-10 girls: 1. Amelia Giroux, 24.97. • U-10 boys: 2. Ethan Croke; 3. Grey Fearon. • U-12 girls: 2. Acadia Clark; 3. Frances Eckels. • U-12 boys: 1. Carson Hoffman, 33.50; 2. Calder Rakowski. • U-14 girls: 1. Jordan Jewell, 32.64; 3. Anna Rakowski. • U-14 boys: 1. Jarret Muzzy, 33.00. • U-18 girls: 1. Leah Croke, 32.28. • U-18 boys: 1. Ethan Sausville, 30.94. BACKSTROKE • U-8 girls: 1. Eleanor Brooks,
25.18. • U-8 boys: 1. Maxwell Goodfellow, 27.25. • U-10 girls: 1. Sophia Johnson, 25.82; 2. Kate Silverman. • U-10 boys: 1. Ethan Croke, 18.78; 3. Julian Potter. • U-12 girls: 1. Hadley Harris, 40.06; 2. Carlyn Rapoport. • U-12 boys: 1. C. Rakowski, 42.53; 2. Ian Henderson. • U-14 girls: 3. Allison Croke. • U-14 boys: 1. Muzzy, 36.51; 2. Adam Clark. • U-18 girls: 1. L Croke, 33.44; 3. Olivia Hawkins. BREASTSTROKE • U-8 girls: 2. Eloise Eckels; 3. Madeleine Stroup. • U-8 boys: 1. W. Clark, 23.51; 2. LeBeau. • U-10 girls: 1. Giroux, 22.40; 3.
Amelia LeMothe. • U-10 boys: 1. Rudolf Vorsteveld, 28.21; 2. Silas Quinn. • U-12 girls: 1. Harris, 43.00; 2. Rapoport, 43.12. • U-12 boys: 1. Hoffman, 41.11; 2. Nate Muzzy, 47.88. • U-14 girls: 3. A. Rakowski. • U-14 boys: 1. A. Clark, 46.15; 2. Derek Vorsteveld, 50.16. • U-18 girls: 3. Hawkins. • U-18 boys: 1. Sausville, 38.51. FREESTYLE • U-8 girls: 2. Brooks; 3. Petra Fearon. • U-8 boys: 1. W. Clark, 2. Juan De La Cruz. • U-10 girls: 1. Johnson, 20.82; 3. Silverman. • U-10 boys: 2. E. Croke; 3. G. Fearon.
The Edge powers past Middlebury in shortened event By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Swim Team worked hard and successfully on June 29 against uncooperative weather at its home meet to stage enough races to make the competition official according to Champlain Valley Swim League rules, but could not defeat visiting CVSL power The Edge, which prevailed, 190-26, in the rain-shortened event. MST managed to hold the med-
ley relays, in which The Edge rolled to 56-0 lead, and the butterfly and backstroke races before the second half of the meet was called off. Winning events for Middlebury were two 14-and-under boys, Nathan Stone and Oliver Poduschnick. Regardless of the result, team organizers said they are happy that many families have joined this summer and have introduced new young swimmers to the team. The meet was the first for MST,
which had been rained out on June 27. MST is scheduled to visit the Town of Essex Swim Team on this Thursday. Scoring points for MST with individual top-three finishes last week were: BUTTERFLY • U-10 girls: 3. Lucy Poduschnick. • U-12 boys: 3. Connor McNamara. • U-14 girls: 2. Ellie Ross. • U-14 boys: 1. Stone, 28.07; 3.
Fraser Milligan. • U-18 girls: 3. Rachel Merrill. • U-18 boys: 3. Devon Kearns. BACKSTROKE • U-8 girls: 3. Sadie Chance. • U-8 boys: 3. Jonathan Carpenter. • U-10 girls: 3. Ella Kozak. • U-10 boys: 3. Kaden Hammond. • U-12 girls: 3. Maddie Crowne. • U-12 boys: 3. Patrick Stone. • U-14 boys: 1. O. Podushnick, 31.87; 3. Andy Rockwell. • U-18 girls: 3. Calista Carl.
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Lumber Rough Lumber 1-800-880-6030 Fax:1-800-880-6030 (802) 453-2730 1-800-880-6030 Fax: (802) 453-2730 Fax: (802) 453-2730 Pine Siding
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Please give us a call. Please us for a call. We havegive the lift you! We have the lift for you! 40’ to 80’ manlifts Scissor Lifts up to 32’ mini excavator (802) 453-3351• Cell (802) 363-5619
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Scissor Lifts up up to to 32’ 32’ Scissor Lifts excavator excavator excavator Skid Steer
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up to 188
• concrete compactors • backhoes
Windows • Vinyl siding • Garages Roofs • Additions • Decks
Call Vicki at 388-4944 or stop by our office in the Marble Works between 8am & 5pm Monday- Friday.
Remodeling • Additions Painting • Roofing
• Man lifts up to 80’ • man basket w/crane
Mowing Seasonal Clean Ups Mulching Hedge Trimming Brush Hauling Snow Plowing
WINDOW & SIDING CO., INC
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GENERAL CARPENTRY HOME IMPROVEMENTS LOCAL CONTRACTOR
• material forklifts • excavators • bulldozers • mini-excavators • skidsteers
CLOVER STATE
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802-398-7153
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Automotive
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Bear Mountain Mowing LLC Eco-Friendly All Electric Lawn Care
Walk-ins Welcome
Commercial Oil and Waterborne Finishes Quality Workmanship - Competitive Pricing 54 Daigneault Hill Road Orwell,Vermont 05760
802-948-2004
BUILDING•REMODELING CUSTOM CABINETRY•DESIGN TILEWORK•INTERIORS Trusted Team of Professionals Exchange St. • Middlebury, Vermont 05753 Cell: (802)989-9170 • Phone: (802)388-9781 www.woodlandwoodworks.com woodlandwoodworks@yahoo.com
Native Vermonter
Open most nights & weekends mikeysmill.com
Long Beams
802-388-7828 End of S. Munger St. Middlebury
Marketing Bristol Marketing LLC “Providing businesses with measurable marketing results.”
Marketing & Competitive Analysis Search Marketing Email Marketing Social Media | Website Analysis
Rob Carter | 802-349-6612 www.bristolmarketingllc.com
Masonry Fine Dry Stone Masonry
Carpet Cleaning & Water Removal Stripping - Waxing - Buffing 802-759-2706 802-349-6050 phone or fax
OR
cell phone
email: cmulliss@gmavt.net 1900 Jersey St., S. Addison, VT 05491
Jamie Masefield
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Directory
Business Service Masonry
Plumbing & Heating
• masonry • medical supplies • painting • plumbing & heating • renewable energy
LAROSE SURVEYS, P.C.
MASONRY
SEPTIC SERVICE
NEW & REPAIR Residential • Lake Camps (Dunmore) Brick – Block – Stone
TANK & CESSPOOL PUMPING ELECTRONIC TANK LOCATING TANK & LEACH FIELD INSPECTIONS NEW SYSTEMS INSTALLED ALL SEPTIC SYSTEM REPAIRS DRAIN & PIPE CLEANING
Chimneys, Fireplaces, Outside Barbecues, Steps, Patios, Stone Walls 27 Years Experience Honest & Fair Pricing Free Estimates Fully Insured
Full Excavation Service
Ronald L. LaRose, L.S. • Kevin R. LaRose, L.S.
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25 West St. • PO Box 388 Bristol, VT 05443 Telephone: 802-453-3818 Fax: 802- 329-2138
larosesurveys@gmail.com
Middlebury, VT
Call Bruce
Barnard & Gervais, LLC
802-352-6050
Medical Supplies
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
Medical Equipment and Oxygen
Toll-Free: 800-477-4384
802-453-4384
Sales & rental Knowledgable Staff
• storage • surveying • tree services • window treatments
Septic & Water
Bruce A. Maheu’s
Salisbury, VT
• roofing • septic & water • siding • specialized services
Fax 802-453-5399 • Email: jrevell@lagvt.com 163 Revell Drive • Lincoln, VT 05443
Personalized Service
Fax: 388-4146 Marble Works, Middlebury, VT
www.lagvt.com
388-9801
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Land Surveying - Water & Septic Designs State & Local Permitting Environmental Consulting
Jason Barnard
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Licensed Designer
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Tree Service
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2321 W. Salisbury Rd.Salisbury, VT davama53@myfairpoint.net
• Interior/Exterior • Drywall • Taping • Building Maintenance • Fully Insured
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UNDON'S Plumbing & Heating
Rt. 22A, Orwell 948-2082 388-2705
Specialized Services 3025 Vt. Rte. 22A, Bridport, VT 05734
(802-349-8123) Office Repairs & Maintenence Custom Built Trailers & Hitches, Transporting Cars & Compact Equipment, Specialized Landscaping & Retaining Walls
Go Green with us –
Roofing
roofing Michael Doran
STORAGE 4 Sizes ~ Self-locking units Hardscrabble Rd., Bristol
Monthly prices
6’x12’ $30 • 8’x12’ $45 10’x12’ $55 • 12’x21’ $75
owner/operator
Serving Vermont for over 42 years!
BROWN’S TREE & CRANE SERVICE
WE HAVE THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT FOR THE RIGHT JOB – TO GIVE YOU REASONABLE RATES Dangerous Trees Cut & Removed Stumps Removed Trusses Set Trees Trimmed Land Clearing Reasonable Rates • Year-round Service • Fully Insured
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CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
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www.livingstonfarmlandscape.com
Serving Addison County & Area Lakes
• Slate
Plumbing • Heating 125 Monkton Road Bristol, VT 05443 802-453-2325 cvplumbingheating.com
Fuel Delivery 185 Exchange Street Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-4975 champlainvalleyfuels.com
Free estimates • Fully Insured
Phone (802) 537-3555
Dangerous trees our specialty!!
AIRPORT AUTO
Serving all your plumbing and heating needs. Owned and operated by: Bill Heffernan, Jim & David Whitcomb
FREE ESTIMATES FOR TREE SERVICES
Dave’s Tree Removal •
as seen at Addison County Field Days!
• Standing seam Asphaltseam shingles ••Standing metal • Asphalt shingles • Slate
Brett Sargent
Motor Home Specialties, LLC
Call for a FREE on-site evaluation
Kim or Jonathan Hescock hescock@shoreham.net
Plumbing & Heating
25 Yrs Experience 60’ bucket truck wood chipper available Fully Insured Free Estimates
Self Storage • Low Rates
Also a good selection of used vehicles
802-282-9110 Free Estimates • Fully Insured!!!
Window Treatments
44 School House Hill Road, E. Middlebury
388-0432 • 388-8090
Septic & Water
Short Surveying, inc. Serving Addison County Since 1991
FOR SEPTIC TANK PUMPING & DRAIN CLEANING SERVICE,
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Plumbing & Heating
Rt. 22A, Orwell • 948-2082 Rt. 7 So., Middlebury •388-2705
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Premium window treatments, retractable screens and awnings. 298 Maple Street Middlebury, VT 802.247.3883 vtshadeandblind@gmail.com VermontShadeandBlind.com
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EASTVIEW AT MIDDLE‑ BURY seeks a full time housekeeper who is friendly and detail‑oriented to pro‑ vide quality cleaning service in our retirement community. Email: greatplacetowork@ eastviewmiddlebury.com or call 802‑989‑7507.
PEASANT MARKET SALE. Middlebury Green. Saturday, July 8, 9am ‑ 2pm. An‑ tiques, toys, clothing, furni‑ ture, books, jewelry, sporting goods, concessions.
3 BEDROOM 2 BATH house on 2 1/2 acres of land in Brandon. Totally renovated. Energy effi‑ cient. All hardwood floors except kitchen and bath. Full basement. Beautiful backyard. Includes stove, refrigerator, microwave, washer and dryer. Screened porch. No smoking. One pet possible. $1,200/mo. plus utilities and security de‑ posit. Credit references and background check required. 802‑352‑6678.
MIDDLEBURY, 1,600 SQ FT office space. Court St., cen‑ tral location, parking. Can be subdivided. Real‑Net Man‑ agement Inc. 802‑388‑4994.
GREEN PASTURE MEATS is looking for full time butch‑ er/meat cutter for our New Haven store location. Experi‑ ence required, some train‑ ing available. Contact Su‑ zanne 802‑349‑6781, email milepointvt@yahoo.com . POLICE DISPATCHER‑ PART TIME The Middlebury Police Department is seek‑ ing applicants for the position of part‑time dispatcher. The dispatcher must be available for regular dispatch shifts on Saturdays, 7am‑3pm or 3pm‑11pm. Starting wage is $18/hour. Details and job de‑ scription may be obtained at www.middleburypolice.org.
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HIRING
THE ADDISON INDEPENDENT IS SEEKING A PEOPLE-PERSON FOR DYNAMIC SALES TEAM The Addison Independent is hiring a top-notch advertising representative with sales experience to sell new and service established accounts in Addison, Rutland, and Chittenden County. Individual must be excited to represent existing print and digital marketing plans as well as budding new digital platforms. Must enjoy meeting and working with people, have strong written and verbal communication skills and a desire to actively listen and help businesses succeed. Challenging, fast-paced work both within the office and on the road. Must have professional appearance, attention to detail and a creative attitude. This position offers ample opportunity to excel. Commission-based compensation with health care package, 401K benefits and flexible work schedule. Excellent opportunity for learning or honing sales/business skills.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: Christy Lynn, Director of Sales 58 Maple Street | Middlebury, VT 05753 christy@addisonindependent.com ADDISON COUNTY
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For Sale 2012 VESPA SCOOTER LXV 150. 50 miles, brown with leather seat. $3,000. 802‑453‑6135. ANTIQUE DOUBLE BAR‑ REL ACME Arms Co. 12 gauge. Beautiful vintage fire‑ arm. $185. 802‑989‑5803.
NOW HIRING:
Full- and Part-Time Sales Associates for flexible shifts Nights & Weekends included Benefits available for F/T staff
Apply in person at:
Maplefields of New Haven Route 7, New Haven, VT Ask for Sherry or pick-up an application EOE
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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR good deals? Come to Com‑ pass Treasure Chest, your local consignment shop. Open daily 10 to 5. Located in the Compass Music and Art Center , 333 Jones Drive, Brandon. There’s furniture, collectibles, jewelry, stamps, new clothing, housewares. All great prices. Check us out on Facebook too.
TORO SNOW BLOWER, 6 months old, 4‑1/2 hours on it. $500. 802‑388‑6961.
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, $5,000. for whole season. Mostly furnished, with all appliances. Beautiful views, great swimming, sun deck and dock on water. Call 802‑352‑6678. 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 BEDROOM, FIRST FLOOR apartment with full private basement. W/D hookups. Located in Middle‑ bury, close to town on Court St. Off street parking, lawn care and snow plowing in‑ cluded. $1,100 per month plus utilities. No smoking or pets. 802‑352‑6678.
B R I D P O R T; 2 B E D ‑ ROOM upstairs apart‑ ment. No smoking, no pets. 802‑758‑2361. 802‑388‑2754. DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addi‑ son. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structur‑ ally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease. The entrance door measure‑ ments 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. FOR RENT, COURT ST., Middlebury. Two bedroom apartment, recently remod‑ eled, includes water and sewer, off street parking, private entrance. $1,200 per month. Call 349‑7755 for more information. MIDDLEBURY 1 BED‑ ROOM apartment. Close to college. $800/month plus deposit. Some utilities in‑ cluded. 388‑0401.
VERMONT’S TWICE-WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Middlebury, VT 05753 • (802) 388-4944 • www.AddisonIndependent.com
Help Wanted
Executive Director Would you like to be a key leader in Addison County’s economic development future? ACEDC is seeking an Executive Director to drive strategy, initiate business development, and facilitate business support services. Our new Executive Director will have: Experience working with range of businesses from entrepreneurs to large institutions Proven leadership in economic development strategies & priorities A comprehensive understanding of finance, analysis, and debt structuring Excellent relationship building skills Strong communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills The ability to act as a liaison with local, regional, and state partners Familiarity with the Addison County community - including our residents, community leaders and businesses A Bachelor’s Degree in business, economics, community planning, or public administration, and 7 years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, and at least 3 years in supervisory or management capacity OR equivalent combination of education and experience
NIGHTS & WEEKENDS A MUST FOR ALL PART- & FULL-TIME POSITIONS.
Excellent benefits including health and disability insurance, paid time off, and retirement
Mary Johnson Children’s Center
Are you the person who will take Addison County’s economy to the next level? Send your cover letter and resume to: Search Committee, ACEDC 1590 US Route 7 South, Suite 8, Middlebury, VT 05753 info@addisoncountyedc.org
Apply in person at: East Middlebury Maplefields 3201 Rte 7 South, E. Middlebury Ask for Brittany or pick-up an application EOE
The Town of Bristol is seeking highly motivated candidates for the position of Town Administrator. Bristol (pop. 3894) is a steadily growing, vibrant community located in Central Vermont’s Addison County. The Selectboard is seeking an individual with strong business and financial management skills, ability to oversee 11 full-time, 4 part-time employees and 35 paid on call fire fighters, administer approximately $3.27 million in general operating and other funds, experience in economic development, grant writing, growth and planning issues. Knowledge of municipal process and municipal experience are a must. A detailed job description is available at www.bristolvt.org. Salary is commensurate with experience and comparable with Towns of similar size. Minimum of four years of municipal experience, Incident Command System training and a degree, preferably in business or finance, are preferred.
PROGRAM SITE DIRECTOR POSITIONS: Weybridge • Salisbury* 18-22 hours weekly; afternoons Must hold associates or bachelor’s degree, and have experience working with school-age children; positive references and background check /fingerprinting required. Paid training and professional development hours. * new program AFTERSCHOOL STAFF PERSON POSITIONS: Bristol • Middlebury • Monkton • New Haven Salisbury • Starksboro • Weybridge 12-15 hours weekly; afternoons Must be 18, and pass background records check – Paid training and professional development hours. INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANT 8-10 hours weekly; afternoons Work to support an individual child in achieving and maintaining social/emotional/behavioral goals in afterschool program. Candidates must meet education and experience requirements, and pass background records check. Spend time with great children and youth 5-12 years old! Develop quality programs, invest in young people and have fun doing it. Competitive rates of pay and paid training are offered. Three references required. Please respond by July 20th. Contact: Anne Gleason MARY JOHNSON CHILDREN’S CENTER 81 Water Street; Middlebury, VT 05753 or e-mail schoolage@mjccvt.org
NEW HAVEN, 2 BEDROOM upstairs apartment. Bright and spacious. Need 1st and last month’s rent. Price in‑ cludes heat, electricity & rubbish removal. No pets, $1195 per month. Call 802‑453‑4037. NEW HAVEN, DUPLEX four bedroom. Heat, Electricity included. Large yard. Two full baths, washer, dryer included. One year lease, references and security de‑ posit. $1,750 per month. 802‑324‑7385. NEW HAVEN: UNIQUE and recently renovated, fun filled apartment. Includes many extras. No smoking. No pets. References. $900 per month plus utilities. 802‑236‑2040. STARKSBORO: SMALL ONE bedroom house with extra room for office on shared property with own‑ ers. $700 plus all utilities. Security deposit and refer‑ ences required. No smok‑ ing or pets. Call Melissa. 802‑453‑5526. 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 ac‑ cepting applications for 2, 3 and 4 BR apartments in Middlebury. All income/ assets 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.
To apply, please send a confidential cover letter, resume and three references to: Bristol Town Administrator Search PO Box 249 Bristol, VT 05443
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM POSITIONS
Mary Johnson Children’s Center /School Age Needs motivated, energetic applicants for 2017-18 school year:
Help Wanted
Town Administrator Bristol, Vermont
NOW HIRING: Part-time cashiers & deli help needed for flexible schedules, especially afternoons & evenings. Plus Cooler Person for nights & weekends.
Help Wanted
MIDDLEBURY, NEWLY RENOVATED duplex. Two bedroom, heat, washer, dryer, dishwasher all in‑ cluded. Yard, one year lease. References, security deposit. $1,200 per month. 802‑324‑7385.
Deadline to apply is 7/31/2017. The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Wood Heat r.k. Miles, Inc. in Middlebury, VT is seeking positive, energetic individuals for the following positions:
CONTRACTOR COUNTER SALES
Qualified applicants must have knowledge of building materials, millwork products and hardware supplies. Previous sales and customer service experience a must. Candidates must also possess strong organizational, communication and computer skills. Duties include assisting our contractor and retail customers with lumber & building material stock and special order purchases as well as hardware sales.
BUILDING MATERIALS ESTIMATOR Required skills and experience: • Review building plans from owner, contractor, or sales person from rough sketches to detailed construction drawings including material specifications. • Determine and verify material specifications. • Prepare proposed list of materials, input list into computer with quantities and SKUs. • Provide computer calculated cost estimate for customer. • As necessary, obtain from other departments cost estimates to include trusses, millwork, and special order materials to incorporate in cost estimate. • Ability to read building plans. • Ability to determine required engineered wood floor systems a plus. • Ability to accurately communicate with customers about cost estimates. • Must be computer literate, including spreadsheet programs. We offer competitive wages, a full array of benefits and a pleasant work environment. Stop in our 88 Exchange Street store and fill out an application or mail, fax or email your resume and cover letter to: r.k. MILES, Inc. attn: Human Resources PO Box , Manchester Center, VT email hr@rkmiles.com • tel • fax Visit www.rkmiles.com to download an application.
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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.
HONDA 1‑1/2HP 4 STROKE, short shaft out‑ board motor, 2008. Very low hours. Came off dingy. $1,400 new. Asking $750 OBO. 802‑453‑4235.
METCALFE FIREWOOD. QUALITY, clean hard‑ wood for sale. Cut and split. $225/cord. Call Ja‑ son 802‑989‑8180 or email: metcalfefirewood@gmail. com. NEXT WINTER’S WOOD, c u t , s p l i t . Tr u c k y o u r own. $200 per cord. 802‑247‑6061. TIMBERWOLF FIRE‑ WOOD: Dry or green. Call for prices. 802‑388‑7300.
Real Estate CORNWALL, VT‑ A BEAU‑ TIFUL building lot for sale. Amazing view. Septic permit in place. 760‑807‑6187. 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.
Animals FIVE BEEF, VARYING AGES. 802‑349‑3692. PURE‑BRED, UNREGIS‑ TERED 10‑year old gentle Hereford bull. 802‑349‑3692.
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 TWIN CYL‑ INDER 4HP outboard mo‑ tor. Very good condition. Great for dingy or trolling. Few hours. $400. OBO. 802‑453‑4235.
For Rent
JOHNSON 1980 28HP long shaft, electric start outboard motor with controls. Can hear run in barrel. Also includes steering wheel and all accessories to fit same motor. $800. OBO. 802‑453‑4235. YAMAHA 4HP 4 STROKE, extra long shaft sailboat mo‑ tor, 2008. Excellent condi‑ tion, very low hours. Owner gave up sailing. $1,800. new. Asking $900. OBO 802‑453‑4235.
Cars 1996 FORD EXPLORER, limited edition. 83,000 miles, 4wd. Leather, sunroof, cruise, tilt, power seats, run‑ ning board, roof rack, more. $1,500. 781‑690‑2407.
Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collect‑ ibles, etc. Visit www.bittne‑ rantiques.com or call Brian at 802‑272‑7527. Consulting/ appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.
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It’s against the law to discriminate when advertising housing. 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.
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VERMONT’S TWICE-WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Middlebury, VT 05753 • (802) 388-4944 • www.AddisonIndependent.com
Public Notices can be found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on this Page 8B.
Act 250 Notice (1) Addison County Court House (1) Addison County Probate Court (1) Addison County Solid Waste Management District (2) Bristol (1) Monkton (1) Orwell (1) Vergennes (1) Vermont Secretary of State (1)
Middlebury American Legion Vermont forms clean wins awards for charity work energy finance group MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury American Legion Post 27 scooped up some impressive awards at the annual Vermont American Legion convention held June 23 to 25 in Rutland. Post No. 27 was awarded the Americanism Award based on membership, the Ray Greenwood Children & Youth Award, the Meritorious Service Award for Extreme Support of Children & Youth Programs, and the Edward Giles Americanism Trophy for the post with the outstanding Americanism Program. Post No. 27 last year gave a total of around $60,000 to various charitable causes, including high school sports, civic programs and educational initiatives. The Middle-
bury post has given $175,000 to the Memorial Sports Center since that Middlebury facility was established more than two decades ago. A couple of longstanding Addison County Legion members also earned promotions at last month’s convention. Tom Scanlon, adjutant of Post 27, was named Addison County Commander, which gives him oversight over the Middlebury, Bristol and Vergennes American Legion posts. Also, Ron LaRose, commander of American Legion Post 19 in Bristol, was named Northern Area Commander, giving him oversight over Legion operations in the northern half of the state, as well as in Montreal.
MONTPELIER — The Vermont Public Service Department (PSD) announced the formation of the Clean Energy Finance Collaborative. The collaborative is a voluntary group formed to improve the effectiveness of and significantly increase the state’s capacity for clean energy finance necessary to advance Vermont’s clean energy goals. The effort is led by Riley Allen, Deputy Commissioner at the Department. Expanding access to affordable capital can help promote economic development, make Vermont more affordable, and advance toward legislative goals for renewable energy and energy efficiency. Vermont needs to accelerate progress on some targets, including long-standing legislative targets for improving the energy efficiency of 80,000 homes by 2020.
PROPOSED STATE RULES
PROBATE DIVISION DOCKET NO. 265-6-17 ANPR
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).
STATE OF VERMONT DISTRICT OF ADDISON, SS. IN RE THE ESTATE OF URSULA M. HEIBGES NOTICE TO CREDITORS To the creditors of the estate of Ursula M. Heibges late of Middlebury, 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: June 26, 2017
Vermont Electrical Safety Rules - 2017 Vermont Proposed Rule: 17P017 AGENCY: Electricians Licensing Board CONCISE SUMMARY: The Proposed Vermont Electrical Safety Rules update the technical codes and standards including the adoption of the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code (N.E.C.) also known as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70. This better coordinates the license examination with the state apprenticeship program, establishes an expiration date for a permit and a process for refunding permit fees. The rules also provide requirements for filing electrical work notice, inspection and energizing procedure, powers of enforcement and licensing disciplinary procedure. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: John Black, Department of Public Safety - Division of Fire Safety, 1311 US Route 302, Suite 500, Barre, VT 05641 Tel: 802-479-7576 Fax: 802-479-4446 Email: john.black@vermont.gov URL: www. firesafety.vermont.gov. FOR COPIES: Robert A. Patterson, Department of Public Safety - Division of Fire Safety 1311 US Route 302, Suite 600, Barre, VT 05671 Tel: 802-479-7566 Fax: 802479-7562 Email: robert.patternson@vermont.gov.
Karl W. Neuse 1 Cross Street Middlebury, VT 05753 (802) 388-7966 Name of Publication: Addison Independent Publication Date: July 6, 2017 Address of Probate Court: Addison Probate Court, 7 Mahady Court, Middlebury, VT 05753 7/6
10 V.S.A. Appendix § 7 Bear Management Rule. Vermont Proposed Rule: 17P018 AGENCY: Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board CONCISE SUMMARY: This amendment enhances the enforceability of the rule provisions related to bear dog hunting as follows: dogs are required to have a Department Registered Dog Tag, what it means to accompany a bear permit holder, the commencement of hunting with dogs, the prohibition against hunting with more than 6 dogs, and Relaying Dogs is redefined for greater clarity. Subpermittee requirements are deleted and new regulations are added to require field dressing of the bear carcass, taking a warden to the kill site upon request, and a different start date for non-resident hunters. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Catherine Gjessing, Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department 1 National Life Drive, Davis 2 Montpelier, VT 05620-3702 Tel: 802 595-3331 Fax: 802 828-1250 E-Mail: catherine.gjessing@vermont.gov URL: www.vtfishandwildlife.com/about_us/fish_and_wildlife_board/board_rules. FOR COPIES: Mark Scott, Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department 1 National Life Drive, Davis 2 Montpelier, VT 05620-3702 Tel: 802 777-4217 Fax: 802 828-1250 E-Mail: mark.scott@vermont.gov 7/6
NOTICE OF HEARING MONKTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD
Notice is hereby given that the Monkton Development Review Board will consider the following applications at its regularly scheduled Public Hearing on July 25th 2017 at the Monkton Town Hall. At 8:00 PM Cota Brothers Farm INC # 2015-01-MAJ Final plat for a four lot subdivision located at 3612 States Prison Hollow Road Monkton VT. The present zoning classification of this property is RA-1-V, RA-2, RA-5. The Tax Parcel ID# is 05.104.020.000. Application materials are available for review during normal business hours at the Office of the Monkton Town Clerk. Interested parties who wish to be heard may attend the hearing, or send a representative. Communications relating to the application may be filed in writing to the Board either before or during the hearing. Pursuant to 24 VSA 117 § 4464(a)(1)(C) and 4471(a) participation in this hearing is necessary to establish status as an Interested Person and the right to appeal. Barbara Johnston Clerk - Monkton Development Review Board Dated July 1 2017 7/6
ACT 250 NOTICE MINOR APPLICATION #9A0325-2 10 V.S.A. §§ 6001 - 6093
On June 26, 2017, The Keewaydin Foundation, 950 West Shore Road, Salisbury, VT 05769 filed application #9A0325-2 for a project generally described as the renovation of the “Manor House” to a year round building to include insulation, windows, doors, plumbing, HVAC and a new drilled well. The project is located at 148 Rustic Lane in Salisbury, Vermont. The District #9 Environmental Commission 5/5/11) is reviewing this application under Act 250 d: application heThe s li b u Rule 51 -- Minor Applications. and proposed permit are available for (P s Ad ed Natural review Resources Board’s web site (www.nrb.state.vt.us/lup) by clicking Classonifithe on “Act 250 Database” and entering the project number “9A0325-2”. ge. on or before July 19, Rent will be heldEN to colleunless, No and a permit may be issued Forhearing RTM T refurbished. Close A P A M O 2017, of an issue or issues requiring the presentation RO notifiesbuthe ewly ry, nCommission 1 BEaDperson 000. t, Middle of evidence or the Commission sets the matter for hearing on its own 000-0 t. a e h Main Streeat, ainchearing s e ludrequest must be in writing to the address below, th n o motion. Any hearing state the /m 0 5 7 $ Middlebury 00must north of and 0 . MENT,why a bhearing 0-0 criteria or subcriteria at what additional evidence 1 misilerequired 0 RTissue, , 0 A h . P it is A s b o M p ru e O , DRO nth plus dby an adjoining property owner t, electricAny 1 BE will be presented atsthe hearingorequest heahearing. tely, $595/m irs, includeperson edia m im upstainterested le or other must include a petition for party status. Prior to submitting a b 7. Availa nce feretelephone ouate hearing, datrethe on Rfor n a request please contact the district coordinator number it s o p e e BILE hom Prior utilities. D a hearing, the Commission must M MOinformation. . plutos convening listed below for Omore o O /m R 0 D 5 6 E $ B t. 2 . Private lo issues requiring a hearing have been raised. Findings of determine that substantive in Salisbury 0-0000. quired. 0 Fact andqConclusions of Law will not be prepared unless the Commission 0 ferences reholds a public O e re uired. D R N t. O n e /C m E e US as hearing. TOWNHO nes. Garage and b 000-0000. OOMany . en BEDRthat If you2 feel ofs, the Commission listed on the attached etsmembers ergDistrict p V o N n t. o a e m h y Com underg “For s andInformation” ie ntrService lit ti Certificate Your may have a conflicter,of interest, or u Couof in clud ash on this case, o. exreason te, wsitting 00/m tely be disqualified if there $is1,0 any other aRmember from atelli pleshould s m t, o e c , rn N te in E d D e e O e n p M e s , iry laterrgythan prior to the H soon as possible, please contact district coordinator OOM use.as ge. Veno 2 BEDRthe unmore ho well, 85’ lake fronta 09 through June D e k 678. a L responsefudate listed above. d rnishe 802-352-6 t 29, 20 h, drilled gushave ies.which utilitfor g Auyou d porcon eheld s in n rt lu e p ta Should adryhearing be this project and a disability you are . re s c o l; s /m ta r, 0 n e ,00 . $1July month re bleby egotiaus going to need 19, 2017 nt. For 10 okingplease ets nnotify P . efficieaccommodation, Non-sm are the Municipality, the Municipal Planning Commission, Parties entitled 0. participate 26, 201to the Regional Planning Commission, affected state agencies, and adjoining property owners and other persons to the extent they have a particularized interest that may be 145. affected by the proposed projectntunder the 10 criteria.s.Non-party Call 897-5participants may also ie re lit r ti u fo S /3 1 M O be allowed under 10OV.S.A. Section 6085(c)(5). $400 + 2 BEDR horeham. Dated at Essex home in SVermont this 28th day of June, 2017. in my Junction, Geoffrey W. Green, District Coordinator 111 West Street ferences d credit re . n n a o Essex Junction, VT 05452 e is s d a d e A L E in nth. $1200/mo OM HOUS (802) 879-5657 3 BEDRO basement, 2 baths. ike). t (M u geoffrey.green@vermont.gov 7/6 Full walko 9-2009 or 989-9117 5 required. 7
Called for in the Vermont 2016 Comprehensive Energy Plan and the Clean Energy Development Fund’s 2013 Strategic Plan, the collaborative builds on existing initiatives and works with Vermont institutions and partners to expand clean energy financing and investment in the state. The collaborative includes 22 state and private organizations representing a range of residential and commercial market segments that include energy efficiency, renewable energy, utility and finance institution stakeholders. Potential areas for support include identifying financing tools for low and moderateincome borrowers, multi-family housing, small businesses, municipalities, universities, schools and hospitals. The group plans to meet quarterly.
PUBLIC NOTICE Full Passport Service Addison County Courthouse 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 ORWELL HEARING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD
The Orwell Development Review Board will meet on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 7:30 pm at the Town Clerk’s Office to conduct the following business: 1. Permit #6-32-17: Todd Babbe for a waiver for relief from setback for construction at 8 Church St. Information pertaining to this matter may be viewed M, T, Th, 9:30-12:00 and 1:00-3:00 and Fri. 9:30-12:00 and 1:00-6:00 at the Town Clerk’s Office. Ray Papandrea, Chair Orwell Development Review Board 7/6
TOWN OF BRISTOL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Bristol Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing on July 25, 2017 at the Town Offices located at 1 South Street beginning at 7:30 P.M. to consider zoning permit #17-40, Chad Gebo (Parcel #0401-13) located at 1574 Meehan Road, requesting a waiver to setback requirements for an accessory structure, per Bristol Zoning Regulations Article III, Section 380. Copies of the complete zoning applications are available for review at the Bristol Town Office during regular business hours. 7/6
ADDISON COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS — GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE AND WORKER’S COMPENSATION INSURANCE
ISSUE DATE: June 29, 2017 PROPOSAL DUE: Tuesday, October 31, 2017, by 4:00 PM OPENING: Wednesday, November 1, 2017, at 11 AM CONTACT: Patti Johnson, Business Manager The ACSWMD is soliciting Proposals from qualified companies to provide General Liability Insurance & Worker’s Comp Insurance for the District Transfer Station & Office in Middlebury, VT. The Proposal should include a general overview of the insurance plans proposed, company qualifications, list of references, and detailed breakdown of coverages and costs of each plan. The contract term would be January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2018, with the option to renew for one year. A site visit and meeting with the Business Manager are required in order to submit a Proposal. For a copy of the complete RFP, call Patti Johnson, Business Manager at 802-388-2333, or visit our website at www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org. Proposals should be marked, “RFP – General Liability & Worker’s Compensation Insurance Proposal”, and sent to: ACSWMD, 1223 Rt. 7 South, Middlebury, VT 05753, or via e-mail to businessmgr@acswmd.org, or via fax to 802-388-0271. For more information, please contact Patti Johnson, Business Manager, at 802-388-2333. 7/3
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1,000/mo No pets. $ g . in ls k a o n o rl io e s v s profe HOUSE, o ect forTo CITY OF 3VERGENNES publish a legal BEDROOM . 2 car garage. Perf re o . 5 NOTICELaOF unm 8 7 -3 ke DPUBLIC 7 24 notice in ty deposit. HEARING plus securi The Addison Independent Notice is hereby given that the email information to legals@ Vergennes City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 18, addisonindependent.com or fax 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Vergennes it to Fire Station Meeting Room pursuant to 24 V.S.A. § 4385 for the following (802) 388-3100. purpose. Pursuant to 24 V.S.A. § 4384, Deadline for the Monday edition the Planning Commission proposes to is the previous Thursday at amend sections 1.3, 3.1, 3.2, 5.1, 5.2, the Land Use Map and the APPENDIX noon. of the Municipal Development Plan. Deadline for the Thursday A copy of the full text of the proposed amendments and report is on file in the edition is the previous Monday City Clerk’s office. at 5pm. June 28, 2017 7/6
ADDISON COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PAYROLL SERVICES
ISSUE DATE: June 29, 2017 PROPOSAL DUE: Monday, July 31, 2017, by 4:00 PM OPENING: Tuesday, August 1, 2017, at 10 AM CONTACT: Patti Johnson, Business Manager The ACSWMD is soliciting Proposals from qualified companies to provide Payroll Services for the District Transfer Station & Office in Middlebury, VT. The Proposal should include an estimate of the cost and services required to process Bi-weekly Payroll, Payroll Taxes, online Payroll Management, Time-off Accrual Tracking, Year-End Employee Record Processing, and all necessary training and equipment for 13 District employees. The contract term would be for one year, to begin after the Board of Supervisors awards the contract in August or September 2017, with an option to renew for one year. For a copy of the complete RFP, call Patti Johnson, Business Manager at 802-388-2333, or visit our website at www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org. Proposals should be marked “RFP – Payroll Services Proposal”, and sent to: ACSWMD, 1223 Rt. 7 South, Middlebury, VT 05753, or via e-mail to businessmgr@acswmd.org, or via fax to 802-388-0271. For more information, please contact Patti Johnson, Business Manager, at 802-388-2333. 7/3
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Lions auctions to be held July 12 VERGENNES — The Vergennes Lions Club will hold their annual live auction to raise money for the many projects in the area communities on Wednesday, July 12, at 6 p.m. (preview at 5 p.m.), in the Vergennes Union School gym. Prior to the auction, there will be a flea market table and a silent auction, both of which will run through much of the regular auction. Members are soliciting items from merchants and individuals in the form of goods, services and/or gift certificates. Each Lion has also been asked to contribute one item for the auction. Donations of saleable items can
be dropped off at the school on Tuesday, July 11, between 5 and 7 p.m., or picked up by Lions Club members. The club will accept good quality items, but no used electronics, baby car seats, old TVs or used appliances. Any Vergennes Lion member can be contacted for pick up, or folks may call Jim McClay at 802-5458181 to arrange pickup. The Vergennes Lions Club raises over $25,000 each year and then donates it back to the surrounding communities. Recently, they have built accessible ramps for people’s homes in Vergennes, Bristol, Monkton, and Addison; bought
eyeglasses and hearing aids; helped the John Graham Shelter; donated to the Bixby Library; donated to the Vergennes Area Food Shelf and the Bristol Food Shelf; donated to the Boys and Girls Club; donated to HOPE; donated to Elderly Services; donated to Special Olympics; provided college scholarships, etc. Organizers hope everyone from Middlebury to Bristol and South Burlington, where Vergennes Lions shop, will contribute to the auction and that folks will attend the auction on July 12. The motto of Lions Clubs everywhere is “We Serve.” The Vergennes Lions hope everyone will help in this effort.
Crashes send drivers to hospitals ADDISON COUNTY — Vermont State Police responded to two bad crashes on Basin Harbor Road in the past week — one of which claimed the life of an Orwell man. First, on Friday, June 30, at approximately 7:15 a.m. responded to a one-car crash on Basin Harbor Road near Jersey Street in Ferrisburgh. Police report that a 2013 Nissan Sentra driven by 24-year-old Haley Kent of Scituate, Mass., was traveling southbound at approximately 25 mph, according to the driver, when it crossed the double yellow into the opposing lane and struck a tree head on. The road was described as wet and the weather as cloudy. Kent suffered a broken femur and other broken bones and was taken to UVM Medical Center by the Vergennes Area Rescue Squad, as was a child in the car, who was also injured. The car was a total loss. The Vergennes Fire Department also responded to the crash. This crash is still under investigation, anyone with information regarding this vehicle crash is asked to contact Trooper Hein at the New Haven state police barracks at 388-4919. Criminal charges are pending. Separately, state police are investigating a July 3 crash that claimed the life of an Orwell man. Police report that Lloyd Boyea, 47, was driving a Harley Davidson eastbound on Route 125 in Bridport when the motorcycle crashed into a car driven by a 16-yearold Ferrisburgh resident at the intersection with Basin Harbor Road (see full story in section A). Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Gurwicz at the New Haven state police barracks at 388-4919. In other recent activity, state police: • On June 28 at around 7 p.m. saw a vehicle travelling eastbound on Route 17 in Bristol, and recognized the driver as Patrick Cota, 24, of Bristol, and the passenger as Melissa Sird, 35, of Bristol. The trooper had prior knowledge of an active court order that prohibited Cota and Sird from having contact with each other, so the trooper stopped the car. State police report that during the traffic stop, Sird provided false information to the trooper. Police cited Cota for violation of conditions and released him. They cited Sird for violation of conditions of release and providing false information to a law enforcement officer and jailed her at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $1,000 bail. • On June 29 at around 2 a.m. responded to Kampersville Campground in Salisbury for a report of a noise disturbance. Troopers were told that several teens had broken into the campground, and had been consuming alcohol. Along with the consumption of alcohol, troopers report that they learned the teens were making unreasonable noise for several hours and had woken up several people in the campground. The teens had also allegedly vandalized property belonging to Kampersville Campground and several campers. Troopers report that they located Kyle Kingsley, 19, of Vergennes along with several intoxicated juveniles. Troopers arrested Kingsley and cited him for unlawful mischief, theft of services and disorderly conduct. Troopers later located Mckenzie Warden, 18, of
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Vergennes, and also cited her for the same violations. Troopers said they were looking for Tyler Griffin, 20, of Leicester in this case. • On June 29 at approximately 5:12 p.m. stopped a Chevy Blazer on Route 22A in Panton and cited the driver, identified as 34-yearold Jason Deering of Port Henry, N.Y., for driving with a criminally suspended license. • On July 1 at approximately 1:42 p.m. responded to a two-vehicle collision on Route 22A in Bridport. Police report that Steven Kaplowitz, 54, of Burlington was driving a 1989 Honda Civic southbound on 22A and Richard Denett Jr., 68, of Shoreham was northbound on the highway in a 2010 Chevy Silverado and stopped partially in the southbound lane while making a turn when the collision occurred. Neither alcohol nor drugs were determined to be contributing factors in the collision. No injuries were reported, though the vehicles were damaged. No citations were issued at this time. • On July 2 at approximately 2:39 a.m. were notified of a singlevehicle crash on Jersey Street in Panton. Police said the driver of the 2004 GMC truck, 23-year-old Jason Vorsteveld of Panton, left the scene briefly before returning to retrieve his vehicle. Police found Vorsteveld at his residence and cited him for driving under the influence, leaving
the scene of an accident and careless and negligent driving. • On July 2 at approximately 6:25 p.m. saw a vehicle traveling southbound on Route 7 near Town Hill Road in New Haven at a high rate of speed. A radar test reported the vehicle was traveling 105 mph in a posted 50 mph speed zone. A trooper stopped the vehicle and cited Ryan Schembeck, 26, of Brandon for driving with excessive speed. • On July 2 at 8 p.m. were notified of a vehicle that had driven off the roadway on Fern Lake Road in Leicester. Troopers report that the driver, identified as Brian Mcintire, 49, of Brandon, showed several signs of impairment. Police cited Mcintire for driving under the influence. • On July 3 at a quarter to 8 p.m. stopped a vehicle on Route 116 in Middlebury and cited Michael D. Cordoba, 26, of Middlebury for driving with a criminally suspended license. • On July 4 at a few minutes past 2 a.m. stopped a motor vehicle on Route 7 in Ferrisburgh after observing a violation. After detecting signs of impairment in driver Matthew Randall, 30, of Addison, the trooper screened him for DUI, transported him to the Vergennes Police Department for processing and cited Randall for DUI, second offense. • On July 4 at approximately 6 p.m. stopped a vehicle on Route 22A in West Haven for traffic violation. Police ended up citing 53-year-old Daniel R. Whittemore of Cornwall for driving under the influence of drugs.
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MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury • Responded to a report of a loud police cited Samuel J. Shaner, 28, of party, at which people were allegedly Middlebury for domestic assault and setting off fireworks, on Washington interfering with access Street on July 1. Police to emergency services, said the homeowner following an incident agreed to shut down the at a Colonial Drive party. Police Log home on June 28. • Responded to In other action last a report of a man week, Middlebury police: allegedly jumping out in front of a • Investigated the reported theft of vehicle on Munson Road on July 1. a bike from the South Pleasant Street • Investigated a report of a High area on June 26. Police said the bike Street woman having a mental is a black-and-white Mongoose health crisis on July 1. Police said brand. the woman was taken to Porter • Cited Nathan Jackson, 34, of Hospital to meet with officials from Salisbury for retail theft, after he Counseling Service of Addison allegedly left Shaw’s Supermarket County (CSAC). without paying for some items on • Served a temporary abuse order June 26. on a local woman on behalf of • Were informed that Donald Chittenden County court officials on Maher, 94, had died at Porter July 2. Hospital on June 26 of apparent • Took an incapacitated man to natural causes. Rutland for detox services on July 2. • Helped a local parent with • Referred, to Addison County a child who was allegedly out of Family Court, a local man who was control on the North Forty Lane area concerned about a child custody on June 26. issue on July 2. • Took a man into protective • Helped Middlebury Regional custody on June 27 in the Case Street EMS with a man who had gone area, after he was found armed with into cardiac arrest while at the a knife and had expressed thoughts Middlebury College golf course off about harming himself. • Helped a motorist who had driven off of Three Mile Bridge Road on June 27. • Arrested Robert Rheaume, 43, of Middlebury on an outstanding warrant for a retail theft charge on Main Street on June 27. • Responded to a report of a woman allegedly acting violently and locking herself in a room at a Birchard Park home on June 29. Tom Broughton Police said the woman had become cooperative upon their arrival. Auctioneer • Assisted state police with a disturbance at a Salisbury • Home • Estates campground on June 29. • Were informed of the theft of a • Commercial vehicle from Foster Motors on Route • Consignments 7 South on June 28. Police said the vehicle is a blue, 2005 Subaru Bridport, VT • 758-2494 Outback. tombroughtonauctions.com • Received a report about an outof-control juvenile on Lower Foote Street on Jun 30. • Got mental health counseling for a man who was reportedly “acting strange” in the Munson Road area on June 30. • Helped Middlebury Regional EMS with a drunken person on Seminary Street on June 30. • Received a report on June 30 that a Court Street residence might have been burglarized while the resident was out of town.
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South Main Street on July 2. Police said the man was first taken to Porter Hospital and then airlifted to the University of Vermont Medical Center. • Launched an investigation into a local stalking complaint on July 2. • Helped a pregnant woman whose vehicle had become stuck in high water off Blake Roy Road on July 2. Police said they were told the woman was eight months pregnant. While authorities and Middlebury Regional EMS were en route to the scene, the woman got out of her car and walked to a nearby farm, according to police. Police gave the woman a ride to a local residence and arranged to have her vehicle towed. • Received a complaint about someone having a mental health crisis at a Munson Road home on July 3. Police said they called in CSAC officials, who helped the person in question.
MARKET REPORT ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES
RT. 125 • EAST MIDDLEBURY, VT Sales for June 29 & July 3 BEEF D. Garvey Deer Valley Clastlin Farm Conants Riverside Four Hills Farm H. Sunderland
Costs Lbs. per lb 1230 .84 1045 .825 1465 .815 1535 .80 1285 .795 1430 .77
Dollars 1033.20 862.13 1193.98 1228.00 1021.58 1101.10
CALVES Defreest Farm H. Veldman L. Rublee M. Russell
Lbs. 92 97 100 102
Costs per lb 2.025 1.75 1.65 1.60
Dollars 186.30 169.75 168.00 163.20
Total # Beef: 295• Total # Calves: 365 We value our faithful customers. Sales at 3pm - Mon. & Thurs. For pickup and trucking, call 1-802-388-2661
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THE 9/10-YEAR-OLD Addison County All Star baseball team played their hearts out in their recently completed competitions, and scored 12 runs in their final game. Observers said the boys deserve to feel proud. They are, left to right, back row, Coach Jo Jackson, Dylan Elder, Aricin Griffin, Ryan Wright, Leo Elder, Reed Grant, Gavin Conrad, Brody Barnard and Coach Jason Barnard; and, front row, Coach Chris Coffey, Riley Coffey, Connor Peck, Adam Bolduc, Evan Corrigan, Zealand Jackson and Gabe Velez.
Pellets availabe to sugarmakers MONTPELIER – The Clean Energy Development Fund (CEDF) at the Public Service Department recently announced the availability of an incentive program for Vermont’s sugar makers to install pellet-fueled evaporators. The program will offer grants up to $20,000 for the installation of evaporators that use bulk wood pellets or wood chips as the fuel. “Vermont has a rich history of using wood in our sugar houses, and this incentive builds on that history, providing our larger sugar makers a way to still use wood but with the ease of an automatic system” said Governor Phil Scott. “This is an example of my Administration continuing to focus on ways that we can build our local economy while also increasing the use of clean energy.” The cash grants will be available
to all Vermont-based sugar makers and will be based on the size of the evaporators installed — up to a maximum of $20,000. “We currently have incentives to encourage Vermonter’s to switch to local pellets for heating, but we heard from maple syrup producers that such incentives couldn’t be applied to evaporators, so we created this separate incentive just for sap evaporators” said Andrew Perchlik, Director of the CEDF. Perchlik continued that the CEDF is focused on building demand for local pellets because “we see tremendous economic growth potential in the bulk pellet and woodchip heating sector, directly connected with the automated heating systems but also in support of the forest products sector that is vital to Vermont.” Commenting on the new incentive Public Service Department
Salisbury SALISBURY — Just a reminder to folks that as of July 1st, all your food scraps must be kept separate from the rest of your garbage. Composting of all food scraps is now mandatory and there is a composting bin at the landfill for your use. For more information, talk with Sid at the landfill. This Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.
Commissioner June Tierney said, “I’m pleased to see our Clean Energy Development Fund finding creative ways to support Vermont’s maple businesses to reduce fossil fuel use with a local low-cost clean energy source.” The PSD’s Clean Energy Development Fund will administer the incentive though the State’s Small Scale Renewable Energy Incentive Program with the help of the Renewable Energy Resource Center (RERC). Applications and details for the evaporator incentive are available on the RERC’s web site: RERC-VT.org The program will be open on a first come, first serve basis starting June 30th. Program information can be found on the Public Service Department’s CEDF web page at: publicservice.vermont.gov/content/ funding-opportunities-projects.
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RIPTON — Ripton Community Church will hold its annual Ripton Hollow tag sale on Saturday, July 15, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in the village center on Route. 125. Anyone interested can book a table now for $5 each. If you do not have enough stuff for a table, donate items (no electronics please) to the “Church Table.” There will be a food table for baked goods, snacks, and beverages. While browsing the tag sale, visit the Brenda Hall art exhibit in the Church. Table fees and sales donations benefit the restoration, maintenance and programs of the Ripton Community Church. Call 802-3880338, 802-388-9977 or 802-4438750 for info and to reserve a space.
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the second event in the church’s “Summer Series” is a performance by the Irish American folk group O’hAnliegh. Pub tunes, ballads, fiddle pieces, and original songs will be played on a variety of instruments including guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, fiddle, dulcimer and others. Members of the group are Tom Hanley, his daughter Becca,
Doug Riley and Cindy Hill. All series events are free and open to the public; the church is handicapped accessible through the rear entrance. Other events at the church include a Point Counterpoint student recital at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 8, and the Lake Dunmore/Fern Lake Association’s Annual Meeting on Monday, July 10 at 7 p.m.
On Wednesday, July 12, the Salisbury Historical Society will present “A Steamboat Tour of Lake Dunmore” by local author and historian Bill Powers. There will not be a “summer Series” event on Friday, July 14. Folks are encouraged to attend the Festival on-the-Green in Middlebury.
FERRISBURGH — Summer is here and we are all cleaning out our garages, sprucing up our homes and gardens, and thinking about lots of house and yard projects. If you need some professional assistance with this work, don’t forget to peruse The Ferrisburgh List. This listing contains nearly 190 names of Ferrisburgh businesses that offer services such as home repair, auto service woodworking, handmade gifts, child care, etc. It is amazing that so many skills and talents are available right here in our town. The purpose is to help the local community to meet the artists, craftspeople, business people and other product and service providers who live and work right here in Ferrisburgh and to encourage local buying and selling. There is no charge to businesses to be listed and for those who do not have a personal or business website, this site can be their website. The list can be accessed via TheFerrisburghlist. com and a direct link to it is on the Ferrisburgh town website. All listing can be done on-line at the website. For more information, contact Mickey Davis at 425-3034 or mzdavis@ gmavt.net. Rokeby’s 2017 seasonal exhibit opening features a gallery talk with curator Jane Williamson at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 9. The exhibit is entitled “Yours in the Cause: Faces of Radical Abolition.” In the decades before the Civil War, thousands of activists banded together to overthrow slavery, including the Robinsons of Rokeby and other abolitionists featured in this insightful exhibition that explores their ideas and strategies. Rarely seen historic photographs depict a small group of abolitionists, each with ties to the Robinsons, as documented in letters, account books, broadsides, and other artifacts that are also on view. These daguerreotypes, tintypes, and cartes de visite — the earliest forms of photography — are engaging on their own as historic artifacts. Understood in the context of their time, these stories and photographs help us to see the origins and structure of the American protest movement. Did you know that Frederick Douglass was the most photographed person of the 19th century? Learn more about this highly influential American on Sunday, July 23, when Rokeby will host Douglass scholar Dr. John Stauffer. Stauffer will present some of the 160 known photographs from his new book, “Picturing Frederick Douglass.” Stauffer is a Professor of English and of African and African American Studies at Harvard University and is also the author of “Giants: The Parallel Lives of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln.” The Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s summer season is packed with fun events and learning experiences for all ages. Be sure to regularly visit the museum’s website for all the happenings at lcmm.org. The
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museum’s annual Rowing Weekend will be held July 8-9. Rowers are invited for the entire weekend to relax at the museum, visit the exhibits, talk with the staff and volunteers, and enjoy a spectacular two days on the lake. On Saturday, July 8, the lighthearted race of St. Ayles Skiffs starts at the museum’s North Harbor and heads across the lake for approximately one mile. Rowers will rest (maybe even swim) before racing back to North Harbor. The skiffs may be joined by other boats, including LCMM’s sixoared Cornish pilot gigs. Gigs will be available to teams on a first-come basis, and may be used for rowers who want to switch boats across the lake. After the race, rowers will have the opportunity for informal rowing and exploring on the lake. On Sunday, July 9, boaters of all ages are invited to join the fun at the Lake Champlain Challenge Race. Bring your own non-motorized boat, kayak, or canoe to row or paddle in this three-mile race across the lake. LCMM gigs are available for teams of 4 or 6, first come, first served. For registration and more information on these rowing events, contact Nick Patch at (802) 475-2022 x113 or nickp@lcmm.org. The Ferrisburgh Grange’s famous “King Pede” card parties will be held on the Saturdays of July 8 and 22 at the Ferrisburgh Town Hall and Community Center at 6:30 p.m. The socializing begins with a sandwich supper and then on to an evening of fun and card games. This is a great way to keep in touch with your neighbors and support our Grange, so all are welcome! The Bixby Library in Vergennes is our area library and is a great place to visit over the summer months. Visit Bixby’s web page bixbylibrary.org or Facebook page to keep up to date on all the events such as children’s’ story hour and adult writing workshops. This summer, Bixby is offering a virtual connection in the form of an e-newsletter and a blog to assist in keeping in touch with children and families who may not be able to physically visit the Bixby as much during the summer months. Summer is also a great time to catch up on our personal reading lists and to visit state parks. Bixby can help with both these summer activities. Visit the website for information on discount or free passes to many Vermont museums and state parks. Another service provided by Bixby’s website is a guide to the on-line process of registering to download books and audio books for offline reading or streaming. We are always interested in including a variety of Ferrisburghrelated news in this column, so if you have news that would be of interest, contact Sally Kerschner at smwkersch@comcast.net. You are able to access these columns and other information about Ferrisburgh news and events by viewing the Ferrisburgh Town Websites at ferrisburghvt.org.
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The 39th annual Festival on-the-Green kicks off Sunday evening and runs through the week on Middlebury’s town green. Volunteer Beth Duquette is looking forward to hear Emily Braden (pictured) perform with her trio on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. See page 3 for the full schedule of events.
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ummer is the time for music here in Addison County — well, all over Vermont really. It’s almost hard to go a weekend without finding yourself sprawled out on a blanket, nibbling some fresh strawberries and listening to some sort of live (probably folk) music. Then again, life gets busy; and maybe you haven’t had the chance to kick off those work-shoes, spread your toes in the fresh summer grass and get down with some tunes.
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and vendors; and, of course, dancing. The 39th annual event kicks off this Sunday, July 9, at 7 p.m., with Radio Free Honduras, an acoustic Latin folk-rock band fronted by Honduran music legend and guitar virtuoso Charlie Baran. The music and entertainment will continue through Friday (see schedule on Page 3) with noon brown-bag lunch shows and two evening music performances (7 and 8:30 p.m.). Saturday’s timehonored street dance will conclude the festival with music for the 34th year by the Vermont Jazz Ensemble and swing lessons with Jim Condon. And the best part: All the entertainment is free.
Either way, the “anchor” of all summer music is coming and it’s everyone’s chance to soak in the sounds of summer. We’re talking, of course, about Festival on-the-Green — a week-long celebration of live music and entertainment; local food, drink
Thanks to the dedication and hard work of the many unpaid volunteers, this festival has offered the community incredible free music since 1978.
“It’s a menu,” said Beth Duquette, this year’s chair of the program committee. “There’s a little bit of something for everybody. We have jazz, French Canadian, singer-songwriter, regional, international and local Vermont musicians playing this year.” It’s up to the five-person program committee to find, vet and book all the musical acts that come to the Middlebury green. “We work on this about 10 months out of the year,” said Duquette, who runs a housecleaning service from her home in South Lincoln. “It’s not glamorous, but it affords me a lot of time to volunteer,” she said. Duquette has been volunteering with the Festival on-theGreen for 16 years, and is in charge of booking musicians at the Ripton Coffee House’s monthly concert series. She also sings with Richard Ruane in a folk duo, and performed for several years SEE FESTIVAL ON PAGE 3
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ART ‘See You at the Lake:’ Anne Cady’s return to boats
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EXHIBIT ON VIEW AT NORTHERN DAUGHTERS GALLERY IN VERGENNES JULY 13-AUG. 27 ee You at the Lake, a solo exhibit of new work from Anne Cady comes to Northern Daughters gallery at 221 Main Street in Vergennes next Thursday, July 13. The exhibit will be on view through Aug. 27 with an opening reception on Friday, July 21, from 5-8 p.m.
Cady is best known for her lyrical Vermont landscape paintings. Her work is characterized by luminous saturated color, simplified forms and strongly contrasting values depicting the open pastures, farms, hills and mountains of the Champlain valley. This show marks a departure from landscapes, shifting the focus to boats. “It has been a long time coming, 25 years in fact,” Cady said. “I imagine for every painter there is an early painting that says, ‘Yes. You can do this. Go for it.’ The painting that gave me the go ahead to become a full-time painter was one of rowboats by a dock. I have spent 25 years painting landscapes always knowing I would go back to boats.” Just as in her landscapes her boat paintings share a certain nostalgia for her childhood, when life moved at a slower pace. “There are certain memories that fill you up, and when you’re painting they just come through the work, that’s when it really flows,” she explained. Cady grew up visiting Vermont every summer, living on a horse farm and spending time
“See You at the Lake,” paintings by Anne Cady, will be on view July 13-Aug. 27 at Northern Daughters gallery on Main Street in Vergennes. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 21, from 5-8 p.m.
with her family on a small lake. That very same horse farm, along with so many other Vermont farms and fields are often found in Cady’s work, but only a few pieces catch a glimpse of the lake. See You at the Lake visits an environment where Cady felt a great deal of freedom, in her boat with her dog by her side, and nothing but the lake all around. This boat show is significant because it’s her first body of work set on the water and revisits the painting which initially emboldened her to become an artist.
Boats provide an opportunity for Cady to explore color relationships and geometric forms as she builds a composition. Her work compels the viewer to develop their own narrative, often evoking a personal emotional response. Even with a canvas dominated by blues, color plays an active role in See You at the Lake. For more information contact Northern Daughters at (802) 877-2173 or visit northerndaughters.com.
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who’s playing? Festival on-the-Green SUNDAY, JULY 9
with the Michele Fay Band, Bread and Bones trio and the a capella group Womensing. She knows her music. Now it’s just about refining her skills at finding undiscovered talent. “People suggest bands, and I go out and hear a lot of live music,” Duquette said. She attends a conference at least once a year that expedites the process. “There are tons of DJs and bands doing showcases,” she said of these types of conferences. “You sleep about 2 hours and listen for the other 22.” After that, it’s a bunch of YouTube videos, Duquette explained. “You have to see how they perform live,” she said. “It’s important to know how they will interact with the audience because the Festival on-the-Green is so intimate.” Who did Duquette spot this year? “I’m really excited about the Emily Braden Trio (Tuesday, 7 p.m.),” she said.
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7 p.m. Radio Free Honduras Acoustic Latin folk-rock band fronted by Honduran music legend guitar virtuoso Charlie Baran.
MONDAY, JULY 10 12 p.m. Robert and Gigi Familiar and funny songs for the whole family. 7 p.m. The Sea the Sea Indie folk-pop duo 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 12 p.m. Jon Gailmor Songs to make people feel alive! 7 p.m. Emily Braden Trio Powerhouse vocals and 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 12 p.m. No Strings Marionette Company An enchanting show of marionettes.
7 p.m. Pete’s Posse Dynamic and wild multi-generational roots music. 8:30 p.m. The Molly Tuttle Band Award-winning flat-picker with a voice like an angel.
THURSDAY, JULY 13 12 p.m. Stephen Gratto Exciting displays of many classic vaudeville and circus skills. 7 p.m. Jason Anick Gypsy Jazz Trio One of the best jazz violinists and mandolinists of his generation. 8:30 p.m. Seamus Eagan Project Members of Solas explore the far reaches of the Irish tradition.
FRIDAY, JULY 14 12 p.m. Magician Tom Verner Magic to entertain, educate and empower. 7 p.m. Starline Rhythm Boys Swinging rockabilly and honky-tonk band. 8:30 p.m. Dave Keller’s 9-Piece Soul Revue Glory days of soul and Keller’s funk-filled original songs.
SATURDAY, JULY 15 7 p.m. Vermont Jazz Ensemble Street Dance Come early for swing-dance lessons with Jim Condon.
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OUT OF TOWN Eclectic, electrical sounds come to Shelburne MY MORNING JACKET PLAYS BEN AND JERRY’S CONCERTS ON THE GREEN AT SHELBURNE MUSEUM
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y Morning Jacket has built a reputation as a group who consistently challenges the paradigms in which they are placed. From psychedelic to soul to classic rock and roll, My Morning Jacket’s range remains steadfast throughout the band’s 16 years. They will perform this Wednesday, July 12 on the green at Shelburne Museum — part of the Ben & Jerry’s summer music series. The Louisville quintet released the first of seven albums in 1999 with their last three, 2008’s “Evil Urges,” 2011’s “Circuital” and 2015’s “The Waterfall” each receiving Grammy nominations — the latter debuting at number five on the Billboard 200 chart.
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The band features Jim James (singer/songwriter, guitar), Tom Blankenship (bass), Patrick Hallahan
(drums), Carl Broemel (guitar, pedal steel, saxophone, vox) and Bo Koster (keyboards, vox). Known as one of the most engaging, eclectic and electric bands, in no small part due to Jim James’ other-worldly vocals, they’ve become legendary for their live performances. Jaw Gems, an electronic outfit based in Portland, Maine, will open My Morning Jacket will perform Wednesday, July 12, 7 p.m., on the green at Shelburne Museum. for the headline band. Jaw Gems is a collective of young, experimental producers bringing beat-music — Tickets for Wednesday’s concert are $46 in traditionally programmed and played on samplers advance, $50 day of; $1 of each ticket benefits the — to a live band setting. Combine legendary beat- Waterfall Project. Children 12 and under are free. makers like J Dilla and Flying Lotus with indie rock Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Please and electronic icons like Deerhunter and Washed leave glass, pets and outside alcohol at home. Out, add Radiohead’s dreamy ambience and you Bring a picnic and a blanket. For more info visit begin to approach what is Jaw Gems. highergroundmusic.com or benjerry.com.
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Twin fiddles in tight, wild harmony over high-powered guitar and pounding footwork with mandolin, clawhammer banjo, jawharp and rocking keyboards adding their voices to the mix. Songs and tunes, old and new, lyrical and driving: that’s the multi-generational heart and mind of Pete’s Posse, at work and at play.
MOLLY TUTTLE BAND WEDNESDAY, JULY 12TH, 8:30PM
A virtuoso multi-instrumentalist and award-winning songwriter with a distinctive voice, Molly has turned the heads of even the most seasoned industry professionals. She’s appeared on A Prairie Home Companion, was featured on the covers of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine, and won first place in the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Competition at Merlefest.
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2016 SCHEDULE Free, family-friendly music series supported by community donations & volunteers Sunday, July 9 7 p.m. Radio Free Honduras Monday, July 10 Noon Brown Bag: Bob & Andrea Teer 7 p.m. The Sea the Sea 8:30 p.m. Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore Tuesday, July 11 Noon Brown Bag: Jon Gailmor 7 p.m. Emily Braden Trio 8:30 p.m. Upstate Rubdown Wednesday, July 12 Noon Brown Bag: No Strings Marionette Company 7 p.m. Pete’s Posse 8:30 p.m. The Molly Tuttle Band Thursday, July 13 Noon Brown Bag: Stephen Gratto 7 p.m. Jason Anick Gypsy Jazz Trio 8:30 p.m. The Seamus Eagan Project Friday, July 14 Noon Brown Bag: Magician Tom Verner 7 p.m. Starline Rhythm Boys 8:30 p.m. Dave Keller’s 9-Piece Soul Revue Saturday, July 15 7 p.m. Vermont Jazz Ensemble Street Dance
To see the full schedule, visit www.festivalonthegreen.org or “Middlebury Festival on the Green” on facebook. Info: 802-462-3555
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IN TOWN Bill Ramage installs ‘The Self’ in Brandon THE COMPASS MUSIC AND ARTS CENTER WELCOMES 10 PAIRED DRAWINGS OF SELF DISCOVERY
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ill Ramage’s “The Self” is his latest stop in a long artistic voyage. The exhibit of installation drawings and sculpture will be presented at the Compass Music and Arts Center from July 7 through Aug. 19. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 7, from 5-7:30 p.m., where Ramage will speak about the ideas that have propelled his 35-year journey. When some people observe an abstract work of art like a Mark Rothko color field or the splattered paintings of Jackson Pollock, they think “I could do that.” A not-so-inventive comeback could be, “But you didn’t.” But that’s really not the point. The point is that the artist had a concept in mind, a reason for making that work of art. For some it may be an experiment, for others it might be self-discovery, but it’s always an artistic journey the artist is on for one reason or another. Ramage has been on such a journey for 35 years. “Any one piece,” he said, “is not the art that it might appear to be; in fact, it is really nothing without the context of its purpose.” Ramage started out as a pretty straight forward representational artist, but while working on a series of large-scale “head” drawings — The Empirical Studies, where the drawings of the heads are 7 to 10 feet tall — he had an overpowering desire to explore how we see the world and to try and find another way to do so. The next 35 years unfolded in what is now recognized as three series of works: The Empirical Studies; The Centripetal Drawings (spatial drawings in situ); and The Neuralchemist Drawings (metaphorical drawings in search of a mental mechanism that sees). Since those large-scale drawings back in the late 1970s, the Castleton State College Professor Emeritus of Art of 34 years has wanted viewers to question the very idea of perception — to challenge the way we see the world. You could say he’s on a parallel journey to modern artists like Kazimir Malevich and Jackson Pollock, but with a different destination in mind. To relate these artists’ work to what Ramage is creating, consider a quote by Pollock: “Painting is a state of being, self-discovery. Every good
This is one of 10 paired drawing installations in the exhibit “The Self” by Bill Ramage, on view from July 7-Aug.. 19 at the Compass Music and Arts Center in Brandon. An opening reception will be hld Friday, Juy 7, from 5-7:30 p.m.
artist paints what he is.” Now see it from Ramage’s point of view: “Seeing is a state of being, self-discovery. Every conscious Being sees what he or she is.” The second series of works, The Centripetal Installations, led him to realize that perception is an expression of all that is the life one lives. He refers to this as a mental mechanism he calls the “Neuralchemist.” To him, the Neuralchemist “determines what the seeing will be, what it will look like, and what it will mean.” The series of 10 paired drawing installations Ramage calls “The Self” is his latest experiment with the “Neuralchemist” as he revisits this phase of his artistic journey. Ramage asks the viewer to consider that since the 15th century we’ve essentially all “seen” the same way; the discovery of linear perspective transformed how we see the world. It has been embedded in us so deeply that it hasn’t even crossed our minds that another way to see may exist. But what about before linear perspective? People of that time couldn’t have imagined they could see differently. So maybe it’s not a matter of if we’ll ever experience another change in perception, but when. Regional art viewers may have seen Ramage’s works at the Flemming Museum, the Hood
Museum at Dartmouth, and the Williams College Museum of Art in Massachusetts. Ramage has also exhibited and given lectures both nationally and internationally. He earned a B.F.A from the Philadelphia College of Art (now The University of the Arts) and a M.F.A. from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. The Compass Music and Arts Center is located in Park Village at 333 Jones Drive, Brandon. For more info visit cmacvt.org or call (802) 247-4295.
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RECHARGE WITH A NATURE HIKE Come find out why spending time in nature is so important for our physical and emotional well-being on Saturday, July 8, from 9-10:30 a.m. Hike leader, Michelle McCauley, is Professor of Psychology at Middlebury College, where she teaches Environmental Psychology, Environmental Problems & Behavior, and Awe, Happiness & Positive Psychology, among others. Meet at Battell Woods entrance to the TAM on the south side of Seminary St Ext, in Middlebury. For more info call MALT at (802) 388-1007.
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TAI CHI SUN-STYLE 73 IN MIDDLEBURY. Beginning Friday, July 7, 1-2 p.m., Middlebury Rec. Facility, 154 Creek Rd. Open to anyone with experience in the 73. Free. No session on July 14. Contact Susan Wallis at 453-5600 to register. First in a Friday afternoon summer series. TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS IN MIDDLEBURY. Beginning Friday, July 7, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Middlebury Rec. Facility, 154 Creek Rd. Intergenerational class for anyone 15 or older, with or without Tai Chi experience. Free. No session July 14. Contact Susan Wallis to register at 453-5600. First in a Friday afternoon summer series. MONTHLY WILDLIFE WALK IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, July 8, 7-9 a.m., Otter View Park, intersection of Weybridge St. and Pulp Mill Bridge Rd. Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust invite community members to help survey birds and other wildlife at Otter View Park and the Hurd Grassland. Meet at the parking area. Birders of all ages and abilities welcome. For more information call 3886019 or 388-1007. RECHARGE WITH NATURE HIKE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, July 8, 9-10:30 a.m., TAM Battell Woods entrance, Seminary St. Ext. Middlebury Area Land Trust invites you to join hike leader Michelle McCauley, Middlebury College Professor of Psychology. Spend time in nature and boost your physical and emotional well being. More info: 802-388-1007 or info@ maltvt.org. LAKE CHAMPLAIN CHALLENGE RACE IN FERRISBURGH. Sunday, July 9, registration, 9:30 a.m., race at 11 a.m., Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, 4472 Basin Harbor Rd. For all ages of boaters! Just watch, or join the fun. Bring your own non-motorized boat, kayak, or canoe to row or paddle in this three-mile race across the lake. Registration fee admits two to the museum. LCMM’s Community Rowing Club will offer a free buffet lunch for all rowing participants. More info Nick Patch (802) 475-2022 x113 - nickp@lcmm. org. FREE TAE KWON DO CLASS IN MIDDLEBURY. Monday, July 10, 4:45-7:30 p.m. Middlebury Fitness, 175 Wilson Rd. Master Kellie Thomas, 5th Degree Black Belt and owner of TaeKwon Do KICKS will offer this class in this Korean martial
art known for its dynamic kicking. More info contact Master Thomas at tkdkicks101@yahoo. com or 802-377-0476.
ARTS ART INSTALLATION OPENING RECEPTION IN BRANDON. Friday, July 7, 5-7:30 p.m., Compass Music and Arts Center, 33 Jones Dr. Artist Bill Ramage’s latest installation of drawing and sculpture. Ramage will speak about his 35-year journey in art making. ART SHOW OPENING RECEPTION IN RIPTON. Saturday, July 8, 4-6 p.m., Ripton Community Church. Brenda Hall, wood artist and master finisher will be exhibiting wood sculpture pieces. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit will be available for viewing through July 29. More info at 802-779-2704, 802-388-0338 or Brenda Hall at 802-247-0310. PHOTO EXHIBIT OPENING AND GALLERY TALK IN FERRISBURGH. Sunday, July 9, 3 p.m., Rokeby Museum, 4334 US Route 7. Rokeby’s 2017 exhibition “Yours in the Cause: Faces of Radical Abolition” is a collection of rarely seen historical photographs depicting 14 abolitionists with ties to the Robinsons of Rokeby. More info contact Jane Williamson at Rokeby@comcast.net RORY JACKSON OPENING RECEPTION IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, July 14, 5-7 p.m., Edgewater on the Green, Merchants Row. Opening reception for the gallery’s featured artist for July. ILLUSTRATION EXHIBIT RECEPTION IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, July 14, 5-7 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Join children’s book artists/authors featured in the Sheldon’s current exhibit, “Draw Me a Story – Tell Me a Tale.” Free and open to the public. More info at HenrySheldonMuseum.org or 802-388-2117.
CRAFTS ORIGAMI IN ORWELL. Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m., Orwell Free Library. Gail Martin of Bristol will teach the basics of creating beautiful origami and build confidence for those trying such an intricate art form. BUILD A BETTER WORLD WITH ORIGAMI IN SHOREHAM. Thursday, July 13, 1 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. Join Gail Martin of Bristol as she
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FILM SAS CAREY’S “GOBI WOMEN’S SONG: NOMADIC women share the song of their soul” on screen in Middlebury. Thursday, July 6, 7-9 p.m., 248 Washington St. Ext, gazebo in back. Hear about Carey’s experience working with the United Nations Development Program and what inspired her to make this film. Suggested $10 donation per evening to Nomadicare. Bring a chair and a picnic. More info: sas@nomadicare.org or 802 388-1301. DAREDEVIL AVIATION DOUBLE FEATURE ON SCREEN IN BRANDON. Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m. Brandon Town Hall. In “The Phantom Flyer” (1928) famous stunt pilot Al Wilson portrays a border patrol aviator who uses his flying skills to save girlfriend Mary (Lillian Gilmore) from cattle rustlers. And in “The Sky Rider” (1928), join Champion the Wonder Dog as he flies along with his master Dick to foil the plot of a disinherited nephew to get even with — well, it’s complicated. Part of Brandon’s silent film and live music series.
JUST FOR FUN COMEDIC STORYTELLING IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, July 7, 8-10 p.m., Marquis Theater, 65 Main St. Come see “Behind the Punchline,” where stand-up comedians will tell their favorite jokes and the story behind that joke. Admission is free and open to the public. More info at 802-779-5488 or mrk4vt@aol.com. “POETRY FREE FOR ALL” IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, July 14, 7-9 p.m., Kirk Alumni Center, 217 Golf Course Road. Middlebury Bread Loaf School of English and friends host this celebration of the power of poetry to shape our communities. Poets wishing to participate are encouraged to submit one of their own poems and one by another writer on the issues that matter to them to poetryfreeforall.submittable.com/submit by July 7. VERMONT JAZZ ENSEMBLE STREET DANCE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m., Main St. The final event of Middlebury’s Festival on the Green.
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LECTURE ELIZABETH RICE READING IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, July 6, 4-5 p.m., Community meeting room, Ilsley Public library, 75 Main St. Rice, who grew up in South Korea just following the Korean war, will read from “Rituals of Separation: a South Korean Memoir of Identity and Belonging.” WILLARD STERNE RANDALL IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, July 6, 7-8 p.m., The Residence at Otter Creek, 350 Lodge Rd. The Vermont Book Shop presents Champlain College professor and Revolutionary era historian Randall, who will read from and discuss his latest book “Unshackling America — How the War of 1812 Truly Ended the American Revolution.” SARAH HEALY IN MIDDLEBURY. Thursday, July 13, 7-8 p.m., The Vermont Book Shop, Main St. Vermont author Sarah Healy reads from and discusses her new novel, “The Sisters Chase.”
MUSIC BASIN BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL IN BRANDON. Thursday, July 6, end of Basin Rd. The 23rd annual four-day event. Spaghetti supper at 5 p.m., $10/person, followed by a classic country concert by Corey Zink and Country
Line. Concert free with weekend ticket, others, $10. Tickets for Friday-Sunday, $60 at the gate, under 15, free. Admission $25 after 5 p.m. More info at basinbluegrass@yahoo.com or basinbluegrassfestival.com.
Congregational Church. Vocal and instrumental music of Irish America. Part of the Salisbury Summer Performance Series. Free will donation.
GEORGE MATTHEW JR. CARILLON CONCERT IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, July 7, 5 p.m., Mead Chapel and surrounding lawns, Middlebury College. Matthew is the carillonneur for both Middlebury College and Norwich University. He will be playing American music composed for the carillon. Part of Middlebury College’s Summer Carillon Concert series. More info at go.middlebury.edu/carillon. LEFT EYE JUMP ON STAGE IN NEW HAVEN. Friday, July 7, 6-8 p.m., Lincoln Peak Winery, 142 River Rd. Gritty blues from Chicago to the Delta. Part of the Winery’s free Friday night concerts. Bring a picnic and something to sit on. Rain or shine. Wine and food available for sale. More info lincolnpeakvineyard.com. If you like what you hear, Left Eye Jump will perform again on Wednesday, July 12 at 7 p.m., in Brandon behind the Brandon Inn. O’HANLEIGH IN SALISBURY. Friday, June 7, 7:30 p.m., Salisbury
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RICK REDINGTON AND THE LUV IN HANCOCK. Tuesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m., on the town green. Bring a chair and a picnic, rain site available. Free and open to the public. Part of the Hancock Green summer concert series. Sponsored by Hancock Town Pride Committee.
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Meet the chef
3 Squares celebrates 10 years
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BY EMMA COTTON
t 9:30 a.m. on a recent morning in the back of a café on Main Street in Vergennes, Matt Birong flies between two sides of the kitchen. On one side, square, plastic containers hold an array of colorful vegetables and condiments: peppers, chives, cheddar, cucumbers. On the other side, a fiery stove fries eggs, chorizo and French toast.
on the kitchen’s windowsill to be delivered to a hopefully very hungry customer. Birong, head chef and owner of 3 Squares Café, is in the middle of preparing what he calls “perpetual brunch.” “It’s creative-comfort food. If we were going to tagline it, that’s how I’d tag it,” he said. “I guess I was a little bit ahead of the curve on the fast-casual concept. I felt like there was a lot more style within the food. You can play with the flavors —you’re not northern Italian, you’re not Parisian bistro. You’re not handcuffed to a concept. It allows us to be a little more fun-loving.”
Like a child building a sand castle, Birong assembles one of the restaurant 3 Squares is celebrating its 10-year favorites: the breakfast tostada. anniversary this year — Birong First, he places a handful of leafy bought Eat Good Food, a popular arugula on a plate. Then, a noneatery that once had a second “FERMENTATION GMO tortilla from the Vermont location in Middlebury, in 2007 IS SOMETHING Tortilla Company (“you might as after looking for a café almost EVERYONE’S well be trying to find a sasquatch exactly like it for more than a year. if you’re trying to find non-GMO GETTING INTO corn,” Birong says). On goes a layer Since then, the restaurant RIGHT NOW,” of saucy black beans. He spoons changed locations, moving up a ladle-full of egg into the frying the street from what is now the —Matt Birong pan, adding cheese and chorizo Northern Daughters Art Gallery, when the eggs start to turn solid, several years ago. 3 Squares and scrambles the mixture with a has added catering options, rubber spatula. He spreads the gooey mass on top changed its menu at least once a year, kept the of the black beans. food “as local as possible while still being fiscally responsible for the restaurant,” and continue to see Matt and Danelle Birong, co-owners of 3 Squares Café, are mark Finally: a sprinkling of pico de gallo, a dollop of locals filing in the door — some of them five times eatery, where Chef Matt serves what he calls “creative comfort fo queso fresco, and chives. He pops the plate up per week or more.
GOAT SHANK TOSTADA W/ ROASTED CORN SALSA, QUESO FRESCO & STEWED BLACK BEANS GOAT SHANK 4 shank from VT Chevon 8 cloves garlic minced 1 onion sliced 4 Guajillo peppers, seeded & sliced 4 Ancho peppers, seeded & sliced 3 Tbsp. whole coriander 3 Tbsp. whole cumin 5 oz. lime juice 6 qt. chicken stock
PROCEDURE 1. In a 12-inch sauté pan heat 2 tbsp. oil. 2. Generously salt and pepper goat legs and place in pan once oil begins to lightly smoke. Once legs are
browned on all sides remove and place in a 6-in. deep roasting pan 3. Reserving the meat fat and goodies in the sauté pan, begin to sweat onion and garlic until translucent. Heavily season w/salt & pepper (S&P) 4. Add dried chilies and spices to the pan and stir for 2-3 minutes 5. Add chicken stock and lime juice to the pan and bring to a light boil. Pour stock and pepper/onion/ spice mix over the legs. Be sure liquid covers the meat. 6. Cover pan with foil and braise at 300 degrees in oven for 3 hours or until meat falls off the bone. 7. Remove meat from liquid and set aside until cool enough to pick the meat off. Discard bones. 8. Once the broth/peppers/onion mix has cooled, puree in a high-speed blender/ strain and reserve liquid until later.
CORN SALSA 6 ears of corn 2 poblano pepper, diced 1 red onion, diced 1/2 bunch cilantro picked and lightly chopped 1/2 a cup of lime juice 2 oz. extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
PROCEDURE 1. Husk and clean silk from corn. Slice kernels off the cob with a chef’s knife and reserve them in a mixing bowl
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2. Place a baking tray i oven at 300 degrees 3. Toss corn with 2 tbsp and season w/ S&P 4. Once baking tray is v pour corn onto the tray cook for 10 minutes. O cool, place back in bow 5. Add poblano, onion lime juice. Cover bowl plastic and leave at roo temp for 3 hours 6. Add EVOO, cilantro a adjust S&P as desired
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“We’ve got a bunch of regulars,” Birong said. “There are a couple of retired gentlemen who are here every morning. We have two lawyers with accounts here who eat here, like, every day they’re at work. We’re sort of the neighborhood coffee shop. You want to find out about something that’s going on in town, you ask one of the people in here, and somebody will know something.” And Birong has plans to keep the restaurant jazzy. He created a partnership with cocoa producers in the Dominican Republic, from whom he sources cocoa beans to make bean-to-bar chocolate. This winter term, he’ll help two of his friends, professors at Middlebury College, lead a trip to the Dominican Republic, where they’ll help farm — and even ferment — the beans. “Fermentation is something everyone’s getting into right now,” he said. “My partner is down in the Dominican Republic once or twice a month, and the fermentation is something we’re focusing on. So I’d say that’s one of the dorkier things I’m getting into right now.” At the end of September, 3 Squares will team up with other Vergennes restaurants to host a music and food festival in downtown Vergennes. While details are still being planned, he hopes to showcase the variety of food the aptly named Little City has to offer. But for the most part, Birong is happy to keep experimenting. “People ask me how I deal,” he said, referencing those who understand the fast-paced life that comes with a culinary career. “I just genuinely like my job. In this business, I’m inspired by the fact that I’ve been doing this for 20 years and I can still learn from it.”
king the 10th anniversary of their Vergennes ood.” PHOTO BY JAMIE PROCTOR-BRESSARD/LETTER10 CREATIVE
Hungry breakfast, brunch and lunch lovers can find 3 Squares Café at 141 Main St. in Vergennes, or at threesquarescafé.com.
Matt Birong, head chef and owner of Three Squares Café.
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STEWED BLACK BEANS: 4 10 oz. cans organic black beans 2 tbsp. ground cumin 2 Tbsp. ground coriander 2 tbsp. smoked paprika 1 large Spanish onion diced 3 tbsp. chopped garlic
PROCEDURE: 1. In a medium sauce pan heat 2 tbsp. oil until lightly smoking. Add onion
& garlic and sweat until translucent 2. Add cumin/coriander/ smoked paprika/ S&P and toast the spices for 1 minute 3. Add black bean with the liquid and simmer for 25 minutes. Adjust seasoning as desired.
FRIED TORTILLA: 10 VT Tortilla Company corn tortilla. Organic & Non-GMO
PROCEDURE: In an appropriately sized sauce pot, heat 4 inches of frying oil to 325 degrees and fry tortillas until crisp Cook in 2 batches of 5. Salt lightly once removed from oil.
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T HEATER
OWN HALL
Merchants Row, Middlebury, VT Tickets: 802-382-9222 www.townhalltheater.org
Winner Announced August 17th
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SNAP A PIC WITH DOUG AT TOWN HALL THEATER.
Share it on Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #bewareofdoug or share it to Town Hall Theater’s Facebook page. We’ll display the pics at the THT box office. The prize for the best, funniest, most imaginative photo will win 2 festival passes to the Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival, August 24-27 (a $160 value!)
Sat 7/22 @ 7pm and Sun 7/23 @ 2pm $10/$5 12 & under THT’S YOUNG COMPANY
ANNIE
Douglas Anderson directs talented teens in this classic Broadway musical. Based on the popular comic strip from the 1920’s, the musical follows Annie’s unhappy life in an orphanage and her unlikely charming of the richest man in town, Daddy Warbucks.
Thu 7/27 7:30pm Free/Donations Appreciated
POINT COUNTERPOINT
A chamber music concert from the esteemed faculty of Point Counterpoint
Sun 7/30 7pm $12/$5 12 & under
WHERE THE RIVERS FLOW NORTH
FILM SCREENING AND HOWARD MOSHER TRIBUTE BY FILMMAKER JAY CRAVEN Award-winning filmmaker Jay Craven will present a special tribute to Vermont writer, Howard Frank Mosher, who passed away unexpectedly in late January.
Fri 8/11 & Sat 8/12 8:30pm* $15 (limited seating available)
MOZART’S FIGAROS HOCHZEIT MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE’S GERMAN FOR SINGERS SCHOOL
Featuring Middlebury College’s The German for Singers Language School presenting an abbreviated version of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro. Sung in German.*Talk in English at 7:45pm
Fri 8/18 7:30pm $12
THE TARNATION OF RUSSELL COLVIN AT THE VERMONT COFFEE COMPANY PLAYHOUSE
Based on Manchester’s unsolved murder case of 1812, local history comes alive in this one-man virtuoso tour-de-force. Oliver Wadsworth portrays a medley of characters as they grapple with the murder of Russell Colvin, an eccentric Vermonter whose ghost haunted the town of Manchester.
In the Jackson Gallery • Now through Sun 8/13
SUSANNE PECK: DAILY ART A variety of abstract, representational and expressionist works from this exceptional artist.
EXHIBITS ABOVE THE LANDSCAPE. On exhibit through the month of July, featuring the paintings of Rory Jackson. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 14, 5-7 p.m. Edgewater Gallery on the Green, 6 Merchants Row, Middlebury. (802) 989-7419 or edgewatergallery-vt.com. ALNÔBAK: WEARING OUR HERITAGE. On exhibit June 24-Aug. 12, featuring wearable art, such as garments, regalia, and accessories, by contemporary Abenaki artists, together with photographs and prints that reflect previous generations. Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes. (802) 475-2022 or lcmm.org. DAILY ART BY SUSANNE PECK. On exhibit June 30-Aug. 13, featuring abstract and expressionist works as well as representational drawings. Jackson Gallery at Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. (802) 382-9222 or townhalltheater.org. DEAR WILD ONES. On display June 1-July 9, featuring the work of Rebecca Kinkead and Eben Markowski. Northern Daughters Fine Art Gallery, 221 Main St, Vergennes. (802) 877-2173 or northerndaughters.com. SABRA FIELD, NOW AND THEN: A RETROSPECTIVE. On exhibit May 26Aug. 13, featuring 70 prints that span six decades of Middlebury College alumnae and Vermont artist Sabra Field. The Middlebury College Museum of Art, located in the Mahaney Center for the Arts, Route 30, Middlebury. (802) 443–5007 or museum.middlebury.edu. THE BAKER’S DOZEN. On exhibit through July 23, featuring work by Virginia Beahan, Varujan Boghosian, Deborah Bohnert, Lucy Mink-Covello, Peter Fried, Mark Goodwin, Marcy Hermansader, Edward Koren, Ben Frank Moss, Peter Moriarty, Marcus Ratliff, Celia Reisman, Nick Santoro, Rick Skogsberg, April Surgent, Nancy H. Taplin, Hugh Townley, John Udvardy and Bhakti Ziek. BigTown Gallery, 245 Main St, Vergennes. (802) 349-0979 or bigtowngallery.com. THE DAMES. On exhibit May 19-Aug. 19, featuring the oral history recordings and photographic portraits featuring 13 members of the Vermont Society of the National Society of Colonial Dames of America. Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St, Middlebury. (802) 388-4964 or vermontfolklifecenter.org. THE HANDMADE BOOK. On exhibit June 10-July 30, featuring the fascinating world of handmade books by artists Rebecca Boardman, Elissa Campbell, Marilyn Gillis, Ann Joppe-Mercure, Jane Ploughman, Vera Ryersbach, Penne Tompkins and Marcia Vogler. Creative Space Gallery, 214 Main Street, Vergennes. (802) 877-3850 or creativespacegallery.org. THE LOVINGS, AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT: PHOTOGRAPHS BY GREY VILLET. On exhibit May 26-Aug. 13, featuring 20 photographs by Grey Villet drawn largely from his germinal 1965 LIFE magazine photo essay telling the remarkable and epochal love story of interracial couple Mildred and Richard Loving. The Middlebury College Museum of Art, located in the Mahaney Center for the Arts, Route 30, Middlebury. (802) 443–5007 or museum.middlebury.edu. WARREN KIMBLE — FOLK ART 2017. On exhibit June 30-Aug. 29, featuring the universally appealing folk art that has made Warren Kimble famous since 1987, as well as a new body of folk art imagery. Brandon Artists Guild, 7 Center St, Brandon. (802) 247-4956 or brandonartistsguild.org. YOUNG AMERICA: ROY LICHTENSTEIN AND THE AMERICA’S CUP. On exhibit May 26-Aug. 13, featuring the actual 77-foot hull of Young America as well as several related preliminary works by pop artist Roy Lichtenstein (1923–1997) and other works illustrating the history of the America’s Cup. The Middlebury College Museum of Art, located in the Mahaney Center for the Arts, Route 30, Middlebury. (802) 443–5007 or museum.middlebury.edu.
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MUSIC Left Eye Jump, right hand drink MUSIC SERIES CONTINUES FRIDAYS AT NEW HAVEN VINEYARD
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eft Eye Jump plays at Lincoln Peak Vineyard on Friday, July 7, 6-8 p.m. They bring the sounds of Chicago, Texas, New Orleans, California and the Delta of the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s. From gritty and haunting Delta slide guitar journeys to T-Bone Walker inspired jump-swing FRIDAY JULY romps, this band Lincoln Peak, New Haven delivers on the promise that the Blues speak to the very core of all people, and are at the root of all modern music.
Steven Kirby and his quintet bring contemporary jazz to Brandon Music on Saturday, July 8, 7:30 p.m.
Steven Kirby Quintet live in Brandon
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Guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Dennis Willmott began listening to the blues in the 1950s with the acoustic sounds of songsters such as Leadbelly and Mance Lipscomb. Members of the band have had careers in the “big time” Blues world. Saxophonist Joe Moore has played with such greats as Wilson Picket, Joe Tex, Billy Stewart, Junior Walker and the Allstars. Bassist Kenny B. is still working with Luther Guitar Junior Johnson on tours a few times each year, and drummer Jeff Salisbury worked many concerts with the great Albert King. Since 1997, Left Eye Jump, has been deeply rooted in the blues — from the high impact energy of a West Side Chicago Stomp to a cool blues ballad. The vineyard opens at 5:30 for picnicking.
Guitarist, composer, educator Steven Kirby has built a reputation for performing exciting, melodic, lyrical and expressive mainstream SATURDAY JULY and contemporary jazz Brandon Music music. Described as “richly textured, multilayered, ebullient and lyrical jazz”, he writes original compositions and arrangements, as well as creative arrangements of standard tunes, using a quintet of instrumentalists and a singer performing both wordless and lyrical vocals. The Boston-based quintet performs at Brandon Music on July 8, at 7:30 p.m.
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Dennis Willmott, guitarist of Left Eye Jump, will perform with the band on Friday at Lincoln Peak Vineyard, from 6-8 p.m.
Food for sale by Antidote of Vergennes, and wine for sale by the glass. Admission is free. Bring something to sit on; if it rains there’s plenty of room under the porch roof. This concert is part of the Wine Down Friday series. No alcohol may be brought onto the grounds, and leave your pets at home. For more info visit lincolnpeakvineyard.com/event or call (802) 388-7368.
live music AARON BRUSH IN MIDDLEBURY. Friday, July 7, 6-8 p.m., Two Brothers Tavern. O’HANLEIGH IN SALISBURY. Friday, June 7, 7:30 p.m., Salisbury Meeting House. CARPENTERS TRIBUTE IN BRANDON. Saturday, July 8, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. RICK REDINGTON AND THE LUV IN HANCOCK. Tuesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m., town green. VERMONT JAZZ ENSEMBLE STREET DANCE IN MIDDLEBURY. Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m., Main St.
The Quintet includes Kirby’s arrangements and compositions, with him on guitar, John Funkhouser on keyboard, Mark Poniatowski on bass, and Mike Connors on drums with special guest vocalist, Aubrey Johnson. His music has been played on over 100 radio stations in the US and internationally including features on NPR’s ‘Here and Now’, ‘Jazz with Bob Parlocha’ and ‘Eric in the Evening’. An Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music, Kirby’s jazz compositions have won awards in the International Songwriting Competition, the Billboard Song Contest and Downbeat. He has appeared on over 25 released recordings, including three as a leader and has performed and/ or recorded with many of today’s most respected contemporary musicians including Chris Potter, George Garzone, Mike Manieri (Steps Ahead), Scott Colley, Bruce Barth, Joe Lovano, Javon Jackson, Harvie Swartz, Joe Hunt, Steve Hunt, George Schuller, Allan Holdsworth, Matt Malley (of Counting Crows) and others. He has toured in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Caribbean, Europe, China and Africa. Concert tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner is available for an extra $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. Call (802) 247-4295, email info@brandon-music. net or visit brandon-music.net.
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the movie THE BEGUILED — RUNNING TIME: 1:47 — RATING: R Early reports promised that “The Beguiled” would be a top-rank film from director Sofia Coppola, who was named this year’s Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival. So off I went in happy anticipation that turned quite quickly to disappointment. It’s 1864. In an old southern Virginia mansion that had served as a girls’ boarding school before the Civil War, a handful of students, a teacher and their headmistress are stranded because they have no place to go. The movie opens beautifully as a young girl is gathering mushrooms in a forest of majestic trees whose enormous branches shut out the sun. As Amy’s (Oona Laurence) peaceful walk in the woods goes on just a bit too long, we realize in scary anticipation that something is about to happen. It does. She stumbles across a wounded Union soldier (Colin Farrell) and helps him back to her school where headmistress Miss Martha (Nicole Kidman), teacher Edwina (Kirsten Dunst), rebellious student Alicia (Elle Fanning) and the younger girls discuss what to do about this enemy in their midst. Miss Martha washes and stitches his serious leg wound and all agree they will shelter him until he recovers. Still afraid of him, they lock the soldier alone in the room and decide to send him on his way as soon as he can walk. By then, the movie is wrapped in stiff formality. With the sounds of war in the distance, and a wounded soldier in their midst, it is almost laughable that teachers and students are dressed immaculately throughout in perfectly ironed long white dresses while they move about with slow formality. As time passes much too slowly forward, sexual attraction surfaces, then erupts. We welcome this last half hour because it punctures the stilted propriety that has enveloped us for an hour. Sofia Coppola did interesting work here by observing the reactions to the emergency of three women of different ages. Nicole Kidman, Kirsten
the book THE SISTERS CHASE — BY SARAH HEALY (Houghton Mifflin)
Kirsten Dunst in The Beguiled (2017).
Dunst, and Elle Fanning react according to age but during the first hour they are too much alike, too contained for the audience to get to know them as individuals. We try but can’t succeed in piercing the prohibitive formality. Colin Farrell, on the other hand, is credible during the first half only to undergo a character change that, while understandable on one level, is beastly and prolonged on the other. Director Coppola’s filming is grand as she creates the atmosphere of seven women isolated in the woods during the Civil War. The singing of the young girl who opens and closes the movie is extremely moving. For the first hour, the actors seem trapped in their silence while the whole goes from mild mannered propriety in one crisis to hysteria in the next. Feeling somewhat sad to be going against positive advance word, I’d love to hear from anyone who wants to talk about this movie lover’s dilemma. Am I crazy? — Reviewed by Joan Ellis
10 TEN LITERARY THRILLERS THAT WILL KEEP YOU UP AT NIGHT Do Not Become Alarmed, Maile Meloy
In Mary Chase, the elder of The Sisters Chase, Vermont author Sarah Healy has created an unforgettable character. She is by turns deliberate, commanding and fearless and then naive, hurt and haunting. In one aspect she never wavers, in her love for Hannah Chase, her much younger sister, whom she has always fiercely cared for and protected. When they lose their mother, Mary has just turned 18, and she inherits the small seaside hotel where she and her mother have lived. Unfortunately, the hotel is not the haven they thought it was, in fact, it is deep in a financial hole. In an increasingly desperate bid to provide for herself and Hannah, Mary makes some bold and dangerous moves and decisions. This book is so exciting to read and will surprise more times than you can imagine, and then one more time. It is smart, with quick pacing and relatable, realistic characters that will stay with you long after you have finished the book. And yes, it may keep you up reading late into the night. (Editor’s note: Sarah Healy will read from, discuss and sign her book at the Vermont Book Shop, Thursday, July 13, 7 p.m.)
Magpie Murders, Anthony Horowitz
Ill Will, Dan Chaon
Into the Water, Paula Hawkins
Dancing with the Tiger, Lili Wright
The Readymade Thief, Augustus Rose Since We Fell, Dennis Lehane
The Child, Fiona Barton
Before the Fall, Noah Hawley Camino Island, John Grisham
— Reviewed by Jenny Lyons, Vermont Book Shop in Middlebury
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“I’m really looking forward to my first performance at Festival onthe-Green,” Braden wrote in an email — she has just returned from a month in Thailand. “Middlebury has earned very strong reputation for itself among players as a wonderful outdoor concert series in a beautiful setting. More musicians on the New York scene than I can count have said, ‘You’re doing Festival-on-theGreen this year? You’re going to have a great time!’
Another plus for the performers is Mark Mulqueen, Duquette’s long-time partner. “He’s a great sound man,” Duquette boasted for Mulqueen. “All the lights and all the sound you hear all week — that’s all me,” said Mulqueen, who’s been in charge of the lights and sound since around 1994, but involved with previous sound/light managers since the ’80s. The Denver, Colo., native came to Shoreham in the ’70s to pick apples, and a friend needed a sound guy for his band. “So I learned on the fly,” said Mulqueen. “It was trial by fire. I kept meeting people who needed sound and then next thing you know, it’s what you do.”
“I’m always grateful for the opportunity to share the music with a new audience and am especially proud to be part of a music festival that presents live music to the community for free,” Braden added. “I will be playing with two of my favorite musicians (and people), Matthew Fries (piano) and Noah Jackson (bass). It will be a soulful, swinging good time.”
Mulqueen’s company “Silent Partners” isn’t anywhere to be found in the phone book or on the web; but he’s made a career piecing together sound gigs (along with a variety of other odd-end jobs). “I’ve been at it a long time,” said the 61-year-old. “For Festival on-the-Green we break out all my gear, rent some stuff and try to pull it off!”
Duquette also reccomends: Upstate Rubdown on Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.; the Molly Tuttle Band on Wednesday, 8:30 p.m.; and Addison County native Moira Smiley in Seamus Egan Project on Thursday, 8:30 p.m.
“I try to be low key, friendly and out of the way,” he said. Hence the name Silent Partners. “The sound guy isn’t in the band. I try to take exactly what’s going on on stage and share it with the audience. I try to make bands happy on stage so that they can relax and play good music. I want to give everybody a good time.”
But it’s not just about spotting talent. Once the committee agrees on who they are interested in, there’s the matter of scheduling and booking the artist — not always so easy. “We have a limited budget,” Duquette said, “which means we try to get musicians on their way to an anchor gig.” Think big concert venues like Montreal, Boston or New York. “We know musicians’ costs are going up, so we try to be as accommodating as we can be.” That’s where volunteers like Gwen Zwickel come in. “The first year I volunteered, I passed the bucket and did whatever needed to be done,” said the Addison resident. “Everyone was so welcoming that I came back, and for the last three years I have helped with performer hospitality. Our goal is to create a warm welcome for the artists. Local restaurants and businesses donate delicious, healthy food, which I set up and serve to our performers each night.”
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This year, Mulqueen (who does take a small compensation for his work) has some help from a younger sound guy, Josh Cota. New volunteers are critical to keeping the Festival free and thriving. “During festival week, I will be — along with the rest of the crew — moving the staging, tent, and chairs; setting up the performance space; collecting donations and soliciting survey responses; and packing up at the end of it all,” said Sara Granstrom, a Bristol resident and co-owner of Lincoln Peak Winery. She started working with the program committee in January 2016 and designed the poster for this year’s festival. “We always welcome more volunteers for the week of the festival itself!” Interested? Contact (802) 462-3555 or email midfog@gmail.com. Don’t have the time? Consider donating to support the Festival on-the-Green, visit festivalonthegreen.org.
Lilia (Lily) Smith, a student in the Design & Illustration class at Hannaford Career Center, drew the design for this year’s Festival on-the-Green t-shirt. Smith recently graduated from Middlebury Union High School, and plans to attend Endicott College in Beverly, Mass., to study interior design and architecture. “I wanted my Festival on-the-Green design to be something different,” she said. “I decided to use my love of henna and ‘zentangling’ (a form of doodling) to create the explosion of designs.” Smith plans to return to Vermont after graduating Endicott to create energy-efficient tiny homes.
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volunteer comments “VOLUNTEERING AT FESTIVAL ONTHE-GREEN IS A GREAT WAY FOR ME TO STAY CONNECTED TO MY COMMUNITY WHILE SUPPORTING THE ARTS. FESTIVAL ON-THEGREEN IS AN ANCHOR EVENT IN THE SUMMER. A BONUS TO VOLUNTEERING EACH NIGHT IS I GET TO SEE ALL THE SHOWS! IT’S A GREAT WAY TO SPEND A SUMMER NIGHT SURROUNDED BY LIVE MUSIC AND HAPPY PEOPLE.” — Gwen Zwickel “I VOLUNTEER WITH THE FESTIVAL ON-THE-GREEN BECAUSE I GREW UP ATTENDING THE FESTIVAL AS A CHILD AND I LOVE THE EVENT. I HAVE HAPPY MEMORIES OF FREEDOM WITHIN THE SAFE COMMUNITY SPACE ON THE GREEN, BUYING MY OWN ICE CREAM CONES, AND, OF COURSE, DANCING TO THE MUSIC. I LOVE THAT IT’S AN EVENT THAT EVERYONE ATTENDS, I’M GLAD TO HAVE A CHANCE TO CONTINUE THE TRADITION FOR MORE KIDS AND FAMILIES.” — Sara Granstrom
“IT’S FUN — I’VE WATCHED THE SAME AUDIENCE GROW OLD WITH ME FOR 30 YEARS. IT’S THE SAME FOLKS, WE’RE JUST GRAY ON TOP NOW!” — Mark Mulqueen “YOU JUST FALL IN LOVE WITH IT! IT’S A WONDERFUL COMMUNITY EVENT THAT PEOPLE COME BACK TO YEAR AFTER YEAR. I JUST GET SO EXCITED ABOUT THE MUSIC.” — Beth Duquette
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Bixby Gala Thank You
WE BROUGHT IT BACK HOME ! The board, staff and friends of Bixby Memorial Library want to thank the members of our five-town community for their hard work and generosity and for making it possible to bring the Bixby Gala back home to its original venue at the library. It was an evening to remember- full of great music, fabulous book-themed food
presentations, one-of-a-kind chairs painted by local artists and friendly visiting on the Bixby Library porch. Special thanks to go to the sponsors listed here as well as to the creative table participants and everyone who donated time and talents to organizing and decorating. It was grand to be back!
Platinum Sponsors
Barney & Kristin Bristow Clarke and Cathie Keenan
Jeff and Wendy Tweedy Vermont Gas Systems, Inc
Gold Plus Sponsor
Vergennes Animal Hospital
Gold Sponsors Addison Independent Anonymous Basin Harbor Club Behrens, Venman & Sussman, PLLC Bev & Ed Biello Carl Cole Realty Champlain Periodontal D.R. Power Equipment Michael & Lynn Donnelly Everywear for Everybody
Bixby Library Trustees Friends of Bixby Library Andrew & Jeff Fritz
Silver Sponsors
Foote’s Insurance Deb & Bob Hartenstein Jackman Fuels Jiffy Mart Carol & Joel Miller National Bank of Middlebury Neuse, Duprey & Putnam
Howard Hall & Paula Moore Liz & Peter Markowski Ouimette & Runcie Panoramic Landscaping Peak View Eye Care JW & DE Ryan Small City Market Tom & Carol Spencer Stone Block Antiques PJ Welch Corp
Bronze Sponsors Anonymous Aubuchon Hardware Dr. Derek Cimler Dr. David Congalton Country Home Products Gaines Insurance
Bill & Connie Houston KB Café & Conference Center Barbi & Barry McDonald NECSEL Intellectual Property David Pierson & Jane Melrose John & Jane Spencer
Ed & Diane Stein Three Squares Jeannette & Warren Van Wyck Vergennes Wine Vermont Federal Credit Union Wildflower Ironworks
Bixby Library serves and is supported by the towns of Addison, Ferrisburgh, Panton, Waltham and the city of Vergennes.
Bixby Library, 258 Main St., Vergennes • 877-2211
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Wise people sometimes say that it’s not WHAT you know, but WHO you know. Our community is a place filled with interesting, intelligent and often likeable WHOs. The pages in this special “Profiles in Community” section will help you get to know a little bit more about those people in Addison County and Brandon. Community is at the core of what makes Vermont such an extraordinary place to live. Knowing your neighbor, shopkeeper, hairdresser, banker, or car mechanic by name is what helps us stick together. Volunteering and engaging in public conversations, knowing that your voice can actually make a difference, is what keeps us engaged. Each individual and each business, institution or organization has a role to play that’s unique. And through each of our efforts, we create a vibrant community. Why don’t you spend some time with this thick special supplement and put names to some of the faces you see around town. Reflect on the importance of working together to make our towns and state a great place to live and work, while also recognizing that one of the joys of living in small towns is getting to know one another and the sense that we are all part of a greater whole. For the past 30 years, we have published this special section to help our readers know a little bit more about the people who play such a vital role in our communities. In this year’s section, we visited around 150 area businesses to snap their photos, introduce their teams and tell their unique stories. While the particulars of each story varies widely, the general theme is the same — each story serves as a tribute to the hard-working employees and employers who make each business the success that it is. We hope you enjoy these pages and that you take the time to reacquaint yourself with these businesses — and the names of their employees. You’ll find that our community is filled not only with products and services, but also with the smiles of those who greet us each day and the thanks we offer in return. — The Editors
Index of Advertisers # 1 Auto...............................................................................................35 A Johnson............................................................................................36 Accent Travel.......................................................................................43 Addison County Chamber of Commerce..............................................3 Addison County Home Health & Hospice...........................................43 Addison County Solid Waste Management District.............................24 Addison County Community Trust.......................................................36 Addison County Independent................................................................2 American Land Title, LLC....................................................................18 Animal Hospital of Hinesburg..............................................................27 Associates in Orthodontics..................................................................42 Autumn Gold.........................................................................................6 Better Off Bread..................................................................................41 Better Middlebury Partnership...............................................................8 Betsy Spannbauer...............................................................................25 BL Valley Real Estate..........................................................................42 Blue Ledge Farm.................................................................................41 Bourdeau Brothers................................................................................4 Bourdon Insurance..............................................................................26 Brandon Reporter................................................................................14 Bread Loaf View Farm........................................................................15 Brian Slavin.........................................................................................25 Bristol Electronics................................................................................32 Bristol Financial...................................................................................36 Bristol Animal Hospital........................................................................27 Champlain Valley Apiaries...................................................................26 Champlain Valley Equipment..............................................................21 Champlain Valley Motor Sports...........................................................24 Champlain Valley Properties...............................................................22 Champlain Valley Small Animal Mobile Clinic.....................................39 Co-Operative Insurance......................................................................34 Coldwell Banker Bill Beck Real Estate..................................................8 Community College of Vermont (CCV).................................................3 Community Investment Counselors....................................................30 Costello’s Market.................................................................................28 Countryside Carpet.............................................................................14 County Tire Center..............................................................................15 Courtyard by Marriott..........................................................................22 Cyclewise..............................................................................................8 Daly Dental............................................................................................6 DeBisschop Excavating.......................................................................28 Denecker Chevrolet.............................................................................44
Deppman Law.....................................................................................29 Desabrais Laundry & Dry Cleaning.....................................................40 Dever Accounting................................................................................42 Distinctive Paint & Interiors...................................................................9 Dr. Perchemlides.................................................................................25 Dubois and King, Inc...........................................................................23 EastView at Middlebury.........................................................................5 The Eddy Farm ..................................................................................16 Elmer Farm..........................................................................................41 Fire & Ice Restaurant..........................................................................27 Foster Motors........................................................................................3 Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty.....................................39 Freedom Publications..........................................................................36 Frog Hollow Bikes...............................................................................30 Gaines Insurance Agency...................................................................16 Gary Baker Insurance.........................................................................40 Gill’s Place Engine Repair...................................................................19 Goodro Lumber...................................................................................24 Green Peppers Restaurant.................................................................35 Greenhaven Gardens............................................................................6 Holden Insurance..................................................................................7 IPJ Real Estate...................................................................................29 Jackman Fuels....................................................................................39 Jackman’s, Inc.....................................................................................17 Keeping Good Company.....................................................................42 Kiss the Cook......................................................................................35 Lanpher Construction..........................................................................30 LaRose Surveys..................................................................................13 Law Offices of Carroll Boe & Pell P.C.................................................23 Lincoln Applied Geology......................................................................30 MacIntyre Services..............................................................................18 Maple Landmark..................................................................................30 Maple Meadow Farm..........................................................................13 Maple View Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery........................................35 Mary Conlon Consulting LLC..............................................................40 Midd State Towing.................................................................................8 Middlebury Animal Hospital.................................................................26 Middlebury Antiques..............................................................................3 Middlebury Bagel & Deli......................................................................28 Middlebury Farmers’ Market................................................................41 Middlebury Inn.....................................................................................39 Middlebury Sew N Vac..........................................................................3 Middlebury Sweets..............................................................................14 Milne Travel.........................................................................................14 Misasi & Co.........................................................................................26 Monument Farms................................................................................19 Mountain Health Center......................................................................27
Mr. Mike’s Cleaning Service................................................................18 OMYA..................................................................................................31 Open Air Pet Repair............................................................................16 Open Door Clinic.................................................................................42 Optics, Ltd...........................................................................................40 OTT Communications.........................................................................38 Otter Creek Custom Framing................................................................6 Otter Creek Used Books.....................................................................43 The Oxford Rug Hooking School........................................................18 Paige & Campbell Insurance...............................................................16 The PC Medic.....................................................................................16 Peak View Eye Care...........................................................................35 Pike Industries.......................................................................................4 Poole Images......................................................................................28 Porter Medical Center Express Care..................................................29 Quilter’s Corner.....................................................................................3 R&L Rubbish.......................................................................................16 Rainbow Pediatrics..............................................................................13 Raymond Renovations..........................................................................6 The Residence at Otter Creek............................................................33 rk Miles................................................................................................20 Roger Marum Ph.D.............................................................................25 Sanderson Ducharme Funeral Services...............................................9 Sargent Concrete................................................................................23 Sole Solutions.....................................................................................25 South Hardscrabble Farm...................................................................41 Sunrise Orchards..................................................................................5 Sweet Cecily........................................................................................13 Sweet Charity......................................................................................10 United Way of Addison County.............................................................9 Valleywide Veterinary Services...........................................................30 Vergennes Animal Hospital.................................................................18 Vermont Book Shop............................................................................11 Vermont Field Sports...........................................................................23 Vermont Gas.......................................................................................12 Vermont Integrated Architecture............................................................4 Vermont Move Management...............................................................40 Vermont National Education Association............................................43 Vermont Shade and Blind...................................................................26 Vermont Ski + Ride Magazine.............................................................23 Vermont Sports Magzine.....................................................................23 Vermont Sun Children’s Center ..........................................................19 Vermont Sun Fitness Center...............................................................19 Wells Physical Therapy.......................................................................27 Wendy Goodwin..................................................................................25 Whistle Pig..........................................................................................22 Woodware.............................................................................................4
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THE TRADITION OF COMMUNITY As we have for the past 71 years, we invite you to join us each week — to learn about your community, about your neighbors, your schools, area businesses, local students, the sports teams and other extracurricular activities and to read the hundreds of feature stories about area residents that are told throughout the year. It’s a fascinating trip and one that keeps getting better and better. Thanks for your loyal support, and your continued involvement in your hometowns. It’s your participation that often drives the news and makes Addison County a wonderful THE place to live, work GROUP and play.
CELEBRATING 71 YEARS! Check out the video we had made
“WE’RE for our 70th birthday on Facebook! Learn about our history and hear EXCITED why the Addy Indy is important to ABOUT OUR folks around town. FUTURE PROSPECTS #ADDISONINDEPENDENT70 AND EAGER TO SHARE OUR EXPERTISE IN ALL THINGS LOCAL WITH YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. STAY IN TOUCH; WE WILL TOO.” — Angelo Lynn, publisher
Check out our sister newspapers Brandon Reporter and Mountain Times; and Vermont Sports and VT Ski + Ride magazines.
Pictured left to right: Andy Kirkaldy, reporter; Michael Giorgio, advertising; Gaen Murphree, reporter; Sarah Pope, copy editor; Maxx Steinmetz, graphic designer; John McCright, news editor; Alaina Our mission is to report the day-to-day Salgado, graphic designer; events of the county, capturing the county’s Christy Lynn, associate weekly life with words and photos to serve as publisher/advertising manager; Vicki Nolette, a mirror to reflect life as it’s being lived, and to Each year, front office/billing; Alicia shine light on the issues that need illuminating. Prime, front office, we publish 103 classifieds, subscriptions; issues (we skip one Walter, the dog; We firmly believe that quality content is worth the Lisa Razo, circulation Monday issue after manager/Walter’s expense and effort, and that the high quality of Christmas). mom; Anna Harrington, our reporting, photography, advertising, advertising co-manager, customer service, and the thoroughness Kelly Bolduc, bookkeeping; of event coverage is what will Sue Leggett, production manager; John Flowers, reporter; Elsie Parini, continue to set us apart from the Arts+Leisure; Elisa Fitzgerald, competition. We strive to be advertising. We generate about
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Left to Right: Deb, Nathan, Drew, Brian & Jake
The Woodware Family www.woodwarevt.com Rt. 7 South • Middlebury • 388-6297 • Hours: Monday-Saturday 9-5, Closed Sunday
“We Care” for your land and animals
88 Seymour Street Middlebury, Vermont 802-388-7000 or 800-639-7051 email: scray@bbinc.com
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Jason Billings, Christiana Hodges, Barney Hodges, Matt Gosselin and Dan Brown (left to right). Photo by Brett Simison
Sunrise Orchards is a 200 acre, family owned and operated, wholesale apple farm located in Cornwall, VT. We are devoted to growing excellent apples for our local community as well as the entire Northeast region. We average about 130,000 bushels of apples each year, although it varies widely depending on weather. We grow many varieties such as McIntosh, Empire, Cortland, Honeycrisp, Macoun, Red Delicious, Jonagold, Granny Smith, Gala and Paula Red, as well as many cider specific varieties. In mid-August, harvest begins at Sunrise Orchards and we also start to pack and distribute our apples through our local delivery route all over Vermont and outside the state to markets in Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. We store about half of our crop in refrigerated and controlled atmosphere storage (at Vermont Refrigerated Storage in Shoreham, VT) and pack it throughout the winter and spring, continuing to distribute to all of our customers. In mid-May, just about when we finish selling all the apples, we start a new season all over again with a beautiful bloom.
Thank you for your support of our farm.
~ Barney and Christiana Hodges
Our apples and cider are available locally at Middlebury Natural Foods CoOp and Middlebury Shaw’s, as well as many supermarkets around Vermont. Please visit our website, sunriseorchards.com, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram at Sunrise_Orchards to hear about happenings on the farm!
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Daly Dental Practice • Andrew J. Daly, DMD
• FRAMING • PAINTING
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MARBLE WORKS • PROF BUILDING • 152 MAPLE ST • MIDDLEBURY • 388-4432
Over the past 25 years, Raymond Renovation & New Construction, LLC, has established a solid reputation in Addison County as a dependable general contractor doing quality work in all phases of residential and light commercial carpentry – from new home construction to additions and remodeling. FULLY INSURED FREE BIDS
Left to right: Sara, Shauna, Sue, Bonnie, Andrew Daly, DMD, Tina and Jennie ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
Mark Raymond, Owner Middlebury, Vermont
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John Wallace owner & graduate gemologist • David Wimmer • sales Sierra Greenberg • sales • Josh Riney goldsmith & designer • Jeffery Gallott goldsmith & designer • Dave Bennett accredited jewelry professional Left to right: Josh Riney, David Wimmer, John Wallace Sierra Greenberg, Jeffery Gallott, Dave Bennett
Fine Jewelry & Gifts Since 1998, a full service jewelry store for Addison County We specialize in the sale of accurately graded GIA certified diamonds at the most competitive prices in New England Our services include expert appraisals, repair, and the highest quality custom design. Because we really love what we do, we offer our customers the best in service, quality, and value.
61 Main Street • Middlebury, VT • www.autumngoldjewelry.com • 802.388.6788
Thank you
for supporting your locally-owned garden center and nursery. We look forward to providing you with all of your garden and landscaping needs!
Pictured left to right are Brian, Dawn, Logan and Noah Ladeau. Missing from photo are family pets Hunter & Shadow
Brian Ladeau has been custom picture framing for the past 27 years in Middlebury and is the owner and operator of Otter Creek Framing. He carries a full line of framing supplies, such as mat board, foamcore, glass, UV glass, clip frames, ready-made frames, photo frames, mirrors, & limited edition prints by local artists David Bumbeck, Mike Mayone, Reed Prescott, Judy Beaney & Claudia Carl. Brian can custom frame just about anything you wish from needlework, pastels, watercolors, paintings, prints, mirrors, shadow boxes, birth announcements, wedding invitations and many more keep-sake items. Brian, along with wife Dawn, sons Noah and Logan, wish to thank all of his loyal customers & new ones for their support in their adventure as business owners. Stop by and say Hi!
2638 Ethan Allen Hwy. (Rt 7) New Haven 4 miles north of Middlebury Mon – Sat 7:30-4:30, Closed Sunday • 802-453-5382
Store Hours: Mon - Fri 10:30am - 4:30pm 388-2370 • 3 Park Street • Middlebury, VT • Brian Ladeau
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A Better Place to Live, Work & Play The Better Middlebury Partnership (BMP) is a civic organization dedicated to making the Greater Middlebury community a better place to live, work and play. We offer a collective voice to business owners, citizens and fellow service organizations at the town, county and state levels. We represent their needs and concerns and advocate for the support and continued betterment of our community. BMP 2017-18 Board of Directors: Amey Ryan, President IPJ Real Estate Chris Hammond, Vice President Middlebury Resident Wendy Hirdler, Past President Key Speakers Bureau Megan Mandigo, Treasurer Parlour Christy Lynn, Secretary Addison Independent
David Donahue Middlebury College Nancie Dunn Sweet Cecily Karen LaFlamme 51 Main Megg Del Giacco Middlebury Resident Baishakhi Taylor Middlebury College Sue Hoxie Addison County Chamber of Commerce Staff: Karen Duguay BMP Marketing Director
Please join us as a volunteer, a supporter and an attendee at our ongoing events!
experiencemiddlebury.com
We are Coldwell Banker Bill Beck also known as
Vermont’s premier customer/ family oriented dealership We have been fueling the passion of the powersport community for 20 years (1997-2017). Featuring a full line of Ducati, Suzuki Motorcycles, ATV’s and Dirt Bikes KYMCO Scooters and side by sides, plus a great selection of pre-owned on & off road power sports. Full service on all makes and models with factory trained technicians.
BACK L - R: Fischer Pockett, Patrick Dempsey, Ted Thomas, John Goettelmann FRONT L - R: Andy Duggento, Joe Boise, Chrystine Kean, Tamara Boise, Robbie Devoid
Our staff is passionate about what we sell, service and ride so join us for one of our rides, events, track days or community support The adventure starts here and we guarantee that you ride out as part of the family!
Extensive Service Department on all makes and models • Parts & Accessories • Men’s & Women’s Apparel
802-388-0669
Route 7 • New Haven, VT (just North of Middlebury) www.cyclewisevt.com Tuesday - Friday 9am-6pm • Saturday 9am-4pm
MiddState has been saving motorists in distress and other heroic deeds since 2007
L to R; back row: Ray Fortier & Peter Demong; seated: Deb Fortier & Jan Bark; On step: Judy Sperry; Tom Walsh – President, Coldwell Banker Bill Beck Real Estate
Our Business is Real Estate and Our Team is Ready to Work for You!
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802-388-1110 PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED DRIVERS 24 HOUR TOWING & RECOVERY REQUEST US IN ANY SITUATION
L-R: Tamara Boise and future towers Jada and Boden Boise, Mason Evarts, Jeff Delphia, Jen Toledano, Joe Boise
Light, Medium & Heavy Trucks Lock Outs • Jump Starts Certified Operators Local & Distance Transporting All Autos – Trucks, RVs and Buses
130 Ethan Allen Hwy (Rte.7) • New Haven, VT
Bill Beck Real Estate 802-388-7983
20 Seymour Street, Middlebury cbbeckre@sover.net
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Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home Peace of mind is knowing your loved one never leaves our care. The only on-site crematory in the area.
• Reasonable Prices • Quality Services • Family Owned
• Advanced Planning Available • Traditional and Cremation Services
Sanderson-Ducharme 117 South Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753
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Walter J. Ducharme, Owner
COLOR YOUR WORLD – DISTINCTIVELY! Tile, Fabric, Colors & Creative Ideas From Around the World are Just Around the Corner.
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Connie Carroll, owner
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We dream in color, and many of us dream of color. It is my mission to help you color your world with vibrance and distinction. Whether I’m consulting on color or tiles, designing window treatments or matching accessories, I love adding color and beauty to homes and lives. Every opportunity my customers offer is a daily privilege for me. Thanks to everyone I’ve worked with for your faith in my ideas. If we haven’t yet worked together, I hope you’ll visit soon. I look forward to your ideas and challenges. ~ Connie
www.distinctivepaintvt.com 388-2500
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L to R: Patty Paul and Nancy Klopfenstein Women of Wisdom’s COWS for WOWS Program for the Vergennes Food Shelf.
Jean Hance Long-time volunteer donatin g one of her beautiful, fully furnished dollhou ses
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L to R: Tim Ryan and benefactors of Wome Gary Lange - Two remarkably generous n of Wisdom/Sweet Ch arity. Top L to R: Mary McKinnon, Martha Redpath, Lynn Donnelly, Patty Paul, Liz Markowski, Liz Bicknell Bottom L to R: Lizbeth Ryan, Rosemary Mueller, Jean Sweaney The founding members of Women of Wisdom.
L to R: Pat Emerson Celebrating our Sweeand Barbara Fitzpatrick t Charity Volunteers.
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141A Main Street, Vergennes • 877-6200 Open Monday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm, Sunday 12pm - 4pm www.sweetcharityvt.com •info@sweetcharityvt.com
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We are excited to offer an important energy choice to families and businesses in Addison County. Natural gas is safe, reliable and more affordable than other heating choices – and our award-winning efficiency programs help our customers further reduce their energy needs. Meet some of our dedicated team members – and your neighbors – who are ready to help you start saving money today!
Kate Marcotte Operations Engineer Hometown: North Ferrisburgh
Jenn Lucia Gas Control & Customer Care Team Hometown: Weybridge
802-863-4511 www.VermontGas.com
Rhea Desroches Customer Services Administrator Hometown: Vergennes
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Maple Meadow Farm
WHERE THE EGG COMES FIRST!
The Devoid Family Since 1946
Tucker & Griffin Sheldrick – Maple Meadow’s 4th Generation!
At Maple Meadow Farm, the Egg may come first, but the family is paramount. Meet the next generation. Tucker & Griffin Sheldrick, currently the on site experts at exercising the cage-free hens and possibly the next generation to operate the farm – as their Mom, Jennifer Sheldrick and Grandparents, George & Jackie Devoid do now. Tucker & Griffin can tell you that their family knows how to raise great hens to produce delicious eggs. Get the freshest eggs around at the Maple Meadow Farm Store in Salisbury. Visit our Farm Store for the freshest eggs at the best prices!
Flat of 20 Super Jumbo $5.50 18 Pack Large $3.75 Jumbo $3.00; X-Large $2.75 Large $2.50; Medium $2.00 Small $1.50/30 eggs
Cage Free X-Large $3.25 Cage Free Large $3.00 Hairline Crax $1.25 PLUS! Milk,Cheese, Butter, OJ, Maple Syrup & more!
Store Hours: Mon, Tu, Thur & Fri, 8 AM to 4:30 PM; Sat: 8 AM to 11:30AM
Maple Meadow Farm
518 Maple St., Salisbury, VT 05769 352-4241 • www.maplemeadowfarmeggs.com
We will assist you through the permitting process. Land Surveying, Topographic Surveying, Land Planning, Septic Design and State & Local Permitting.
25 West Street PO Box 388 Bristol,VT 05443 802-453-3818 Left to Right: Heath Butler, Survey Tech; Ron L. LaRose, LS; and Kevin R. LaRose, LS
info@larosesurveys.com www.larosesurveys.com
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Vaneasa Stearns, right, who brought her five-week-old daughter Alyssa into the Lincoln General Store on her first day of work there 26 years ago, has employed many family members during her time as owner there. Her most recent is her youngest daughter, Lydia, shown here with her mom in front of the business. Independent photos/Will DiGravio
Merchant is central to community Lincoln General Store owner really gets to know her customers By WILL DIGRAVIO camaraderie,” she said. “If there’s a big deer that comes LINCOLN — If one were to spend a day observing in, it’s amazing, I don’t know how the word gets out, but the clientele of the Lincoln General Store, here’s what you’ll see pickup trucks pulling in just to see it.” they may see: In the morning, a group of eight men who In the 26 years that she has spent running the store, gather there almost every day to discuss woodworking Stearns says she has enough stories to write a book. She techniques, or the area’s best sheet metal provider. At has come to notice the way certain customers prefer lunchtime, perhaps a cyclist, stopping for a quick bite to to receive their change — coins first, bills second — eat as they brave the Six Gaps. And in the late afternoon, because they have a system for how they place money in school children, hurrying off the bus and into the store, their wallet. She knows what time folks leave for work, charging a snack to their parents’ account and making because they’ll come in at the same time every day to their way to soccer practice. buy a coffee. And if her back is to the door, which she Day after day, decade after decade, the store has says is a “little tricky” to open, she can tell who it is by served as a community hub, a mandatory stop for folks the way they maneuver the handle and enter. looking to pick up a fresh loaf of bread, have a document Above all, Stearns said, her time behind the counter notarized, or confide in store owner Vaneasa Stearns, at the Lincoln General Store, interacting with the same who says that meeting these individuals is what makes community members year after year, has proved for her owning the store worthwhile. an old adage true: Never judge a book by its cover. “I would never know these people if I didn’t own the “You can never judge what’s going on in people’s store, really know them and their backstories. It’s been lives,” she said. “They may look grumpy on the outside really special to be included in (their) lives,” she said. but they’re just hurting on the inside. There’s a lot of “They’re excited to share news with me. (Sometimes) complexity in people’s lives and you just can’t jump to I know who is pregnant before they’ve even told conclusion about their personality.” their spouse. I’ve always felt like I’ve been a part of everyone’s family.” When Stearns, a Lincoln native, bought the Lincoln General Store in 1991, it wasn’t for sale. Nevertheless, the then 26-year-old approached the store’s owners and made a deal. She returned to the town after a brief stint in Middlebury, where she lived with her husband, Dan, who she met while attending Endicott College. Though it is her community family that frequents the store, it has been her biological family that has kept it running. During her first day on the job, she worked with her five-week old daughter Alyssa in a cocoon by her side. Today, three of the store’s seven part-time employees are cousins, and another is her youngest daughter, Lydia. Since she first purchased the store, Stearns has turned it into a multi-faceted, one-stop-shop for community members and visitors alike. She has added a deli and a bakery, and has expanded the store’s wine section from three $1.50-bottles to several shelves and regular wine tastings. Stearns said one of her favorite times of year is deer season, where she and her staff operate a weigh station for hunters. “It’s so fun to see grandfathers coming with their grandsons,” she said. “I get to see kids bring in their first deer and I get to see the excitement they have. That’s really special.” Through the store, weigh-ins during deer season become a community affair. “It’s the one time of the year that Vaneasa they all take a week off from their Stearns responsibilities. They’re pushing deer for each other and I love that
A Partnership Approach to Care
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Back L to R: Owners Eric & Janice, Brian Front L to R: Marc, Brianna, Shane
When you visit Countryside you may notice that you see the same faces you saw last time. You can count on the Countryside team for both consistency, and decades of design experience. For everything you need for any project, we’ll be here when you need good advice. Paint • Flooring • Tile Window Treatments
16 Creek Rd., Middlebury • 388-6054 Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30 • Sat. 8-3 www.countrysidecarpetandpaint.com
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Founded in 2008, Bread Loaf View Farm is the
Join us at one of our Open Houses held each spring.
producer of intensely flavorful 100% Pure Vermont Maple Syrup and Maple Products. Our handcrafted products are unequalled in quality, purity and taste thanks to our passionate sugar maker, Kenn Hastings. Kenn’s careful management of Churchill Eliza Eaton, business manager
Kenn Hastings, sugarmaker
Our Products:
and Janet Franklin’s Cornwall, Vermont sugarbush
Deane Rubright, operations manager
make every drop of our syrup exceptional. At Bread Loaf View Farm, we are dedicated to combining cutting edge technology with time honored, traditional maple sugaring practices to produce the most unadulterated maple syrup and maple goods possible. We care deeply about our products, our customers and our community. We
Janet and Churchill Franklin
invite you to visit our exquisite property just minutes
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from Middlebury College, to learn about Vermont’s maple history and experience the technological innovations in maple sugar production. Kenn’s charisma, expertise and approachability combined with Deane’s delicious buttermilk pancakes make our breakfasts, open houses, tours and special events once-in-a-lifetime experiences!
See more at breadloafviewfarm.com
Thanks to all our volunteers, family, and behind-the-scene helpers who lend a hand year after year! Bread Loaf View Farm • Cornwall, Vt • 802.349.1755 • info@breadloafviewfarm.com
Family operated since 1982
Left to right: Jarrett Kimball, Kyle Dow, Steve Dupoise Jr., Steve Dupoise Sr., Bryan Andrews, Eslie Jones, Mike Danyow, Gary Delphia, Tyler Delorme, Jenn Morin, Scott Brown. Missing: Manager, John Chicoine and Albert Gagnon.
For 35 years, County Tire Center in Middlebury has been one of the area’s leading “under-the-car” specialists. This is a second-generation family-run business owned and operated by Steve and Lisa Dupoise. Still in its original location, County Tire Center employs ASE-certified technicians and is constantly upgrading to accommodate the most current automotive technology and training.
Steve Dupoise and Eslie Jones
Specializing in: BRAKES • EXHAUST • CHECK ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS SUSPENSION • OIL CHANGES • ENGINE REPAIR • TIRES PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE • ALIGNMENTS COMPLIMENTARY IN-TOWN SHUTTLE
Oldest Locally Owned & Operated Tire Shop in Addison County for 35 Years!
Hybrid Repair Center
33 Seymour Street | Middlebury, VT
www.countytirecenter.com
COUNTY TIRE CENTER
WiFi while you wait!
33 SEYMOUR STREET, MIDDLEBURY - 388-7620 www.countytirecenter.com Mon – Fri 8am-5pm | Sat 8am-12pm | Closed Sunday
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PC Medic of Vermont Services Offered:
Eddy Farm School for horse and rider
O U R FA R M Eddy Farm School for Horse & Rider is a non-profit educational organization whose mission is to teach traditional horsemanship skills and promote amateur athletic competition for everyone in our community, regardless of age or physical capabilities.
• Speed up your PC and Internet • Provide protection from viruses and spyware • Help customers order new computers and other hardware • Secure your wireless network from intruders • Data recovery • Back-up strategies designed and deployed • Help you move to a new PC • Help navigating the challenges of Windows 10 • Securely erase old hard drives • Reasonable rates and solutions based on 17 years in business. • Please find The PC Medic of Vermont in your local phone book
OUR MISSION Eddy Farm School is dedicated to teaching traditional techniques that promote clear communication between riders and horses. Students learn the power of balance and the vital role it plays to communicate and work with each other and with horses.
My mission is to provide customers with the best, most reliable mobile computer service in Addison County and surrounding area. I will get your computer performing to your satisfaction - and we will put a plan in place to KEEP it that way. — Paul Claudon
Call 802-734-6815 and make an appointment for a tune up today!
OUR PROGRAMS Eddy Farm School is host to a large variety of programs and special events throughout the seasons. From Western & English Dressage Lessons, to Summer Riding Camps and Shiitake Mushroom Clinics, you will find a warm, welcoming, and all inclusive environment here at The Eddy Farm.
1815 South St. Ext. • Middlebury 989-8326 • www.eddyfarmschool.com
GAINES INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.
Front row L - R: Gail Rathbun, Jeff Scott, Susan Ferland, Back row L-R: Gary Gaines, Billi-Jo Ouellette, Scott Gaines
Call TO for a qu DAY ote!
Gaines Insurance Agency is a second generation family owned insurance agency. The agency is co-owned by Gary & Scott Gaines. In addition to Gary & Scott the office staff consists of customer service representative Billi-Jo Ouellette, farm & commercial lines asst. Gail Rathbun, personal lines agents Susan Ferland, & Jeff Scott. Our agency is a strong supporter of our community, proven by our involvement in numerous civic groups, nonprofits, and our local schools.
Louis, Chad and Richard
WE OFFER:
4 DROP OFF AREAS:
Weekly • Bi-Weekly • Monthly Curbside Service • By the Bag
Sat. 9am - 11am • Trash only Addison Town Clerk Office
Recycling Services • Commercial Dumpsters Sat. 1pm - 3pm • Trash & Recycling Cornwall Town Clerk Office NEW Roll off Containers – up to 15 yards
Serving Since 2001
Sat. 8am - 12am • Trash only Bristol Dump Sat. 8am - 12am • Trash & Recycling New Haven Fire Department
388-6288
Middlebury • East Middlebury • Cornwall Weybridge • New Haven • Bristol
We offer home & auto insurance packages, comprehensive programs for farms and mini farms, small commercial insurance programs for family restaurants, apartment houses, contractors, and bed & breakfast risks. We’ll gladly take the time to review your current insurance needs, NOT JUST SELL YOU THE SAME COVERAGE AT A LOWER PRICE! We have 115 years of insurance experience and we focus our efforts on reviewing your coverage needs and recommending optional coverages. Our “DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME” attitude and our many years of insurance experience can really make a difference for you. Please give us a call and let us work for you.
154 Monkton Road Ferrisburgh, VT – 877-2878 www.gainesinsurance.com
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OF BRISTOL VERMONT, since 1930! Visit our Showroom for all grilling, cooking and heating needs Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Year around.
Kneeling in front: Cory Burritt, Terry Hall, Casey Huizenga, Steve Slicer Standing: Dan Crossman, Peter Jackman, Mary Purinton, Sharon Bushey Jason Briggs, Bryan Peck, Robert Fraser, Tim Bouvier, Rob Benoure. Not pictured: New hires, DALTON SOPCHAK AND WYATT GENDREAU.
87 years of business in Bristol, VT! Jackman’s Products & Services: ▪ #2 Fuel (Home Heating Oil) ▪ Kerosene ▪ LP Gas ▪ Wood Pellets( LG & Currans & New England Wood Pellets) ▪ Bio Heat ▪ Cold Climate Heat Pumps Installation ▪ A/C Repair ▪ Full Plumbing Install/Service
▪ Kohler Generators
We offer Budget Plans and Pre-Buy Plans allowing our customers to budget costs for their total Energy needs. We deliver within the five-town area of Bristol, Lincoln, New Haven, Monkton, and Starksboro in Addison County, Vermont. We are also now servicing the areas of Middlebury, Hinesburg, Huntington, and Ripton Vermont.
▪ Coal ▪ On and Off Road Diesel – retail pumps at our office in Bristol, VT! ▪ Installation of Heating systems, Gas Hot Water Heaters and L.P. room heaters ▪ Furnace Service ▪ Hot Water Tank installation and service ▪ Firewood ▪ Pellet Stoves ▪ Generac Generator Dealer ▪ Show Room ▪ Mulch ▪ Eco Logs ▪ Animal Bedding Pellets ▪ Furnace Failure? If your furnace system fails during the winter, we have the ability and equipment to provide you with temporary heat. ▪ NEW ONLINE BILL PAYMENT and PAPERLESS BILLING – All you need is the registration code from your new bill
32 Pine Street • Bristol, VT 05443 For information on all your energy needs, please call us at:
802-453-2381 or www.JackmansInc.com
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Since 1943
hanks to the thousands of customers and Thundreds of employees throughout the years.
• Heating Oil Oil heats best – always has
• Diesel Fuel & Gasoline • Plumbing & Heating Sales, Service and Installation
• Sunoco Gas Station
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Janet P. Shaw, Title Counsel Practicing law since 1986 JPS@americanlandtitle.com
Providing Solutions to All Your Real Estate Title Needs
Whether you are considering purchasing or refinancing your exsisting Vermont home, we are the solution to your title and closing needs. Our focus is all of Addison County, southern Chittenden County towns, as well as the northern parts of Rutland County.
American Land Title, LLC. is owned and operated by Janet P. Shaw, Esq. We have over 60 years combined experience with real estate transactions and closings.
Our friendly and professional staff are committed to providing you with quality services at competitive, affordable flat rates. Call for a quote! Owned and Operated by the MacIntyre family since 1943
213 Exchange Street, Middlebury • 388-9260 • 388-3014
Serving this fine community since 1940. VAH is dedicated to providing comassionate, quality care for your 4-legged family members.
39 Court Street • Middlebury • Vermont 05753 (802) 388-3600 • Fax (802) 388-3700 Visit our website at www.americanlandtitle.com
Mr. Mike’s
CLEANING SERVICE, INC. Servicing Local Businesses Since 1991
Mark Basol, DVM, CVA Greg Carlton, DVM Carrie Olson, DVM Rebecca Sevy, DVM Convenient Day & Evening Office Hours www.VergennesAnimalHospital.com
802-877-3371
The Oxford Rug Hooking School Punch Needle Rug Hooking Classes and Supplies
Call for information on upcoming classes!
L to R: Christy Lombardo, Amy Oxford, Heidi Whipple, Kris Andrews
4174 ROUTE 30 CORNWALL, VERMONT, 05753 (802) 462-2011 www.amyoxford.com amy@amyoxford.com
Available 7 Days a Week Specializing In: Commercial Cleaning
Bonded & Insured
Industrial Cleaning
Floor Sweeping & Waxing
Janitorial Services
Green Cleaning Products
Window Cleaning
New Construction Cleanup
656 Exchange St., Suite 6, Middlebury 388-6427 • mrmikescleaningservicevt.com
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Gill LaRoche, center, has been repairing boat engines and working on boats since first starting at Vergennes Marine in 1970, while son Marc, left, joined the business 22 years ago. Grandson and nephew, Holden, right, is working with them this summer, and Jackson, getting his ears rubbed, keeps the peace. Not pictured is Gill’s wife, Jeanne, who has done the books, and much more, from the get-go.
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VERMONT SUN CHILDREN’S CENTER
Quality child care filled with happiness and love of learning.
hirty-four years ago, Gill and Jeanne LaRoche opened Gill’s Place Boat Repair at their Salisbury home. Their son, Marc, joined the business 22 years ago, and today they have expanded to selling and installing boat lifts and docks, as well as servicing motor boats and snowmobiles. Service, however, has always been the heart of their business. With more than 45 years of experience working on boats (Gill started in 1970 at Vergennes Marine and since 1983 out of their home in Salisbury), Gill has seen it all and knows boats and engines inside and out. Marc has also been working on engines — boats, go-carts and snowmobiles — for more than 20 years and says of working with his Dad that he has “learned from the best.” Along with their service and sales business, they also offer boat storage, featuring 78 covered spaces for winter storage, plus outside storage for boats not requiring shelter. Boat owners who have their boats stored at Gill’s Place also get their boats tuned up, washed and delivered in time for summer simply by calling at least a week ahead of expected delivery.
BOTH voted the region’s best! MIDDLEBURY 388-6888
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VERGENNES 877-2030
Jeanne, not pictured, has served as bookkeeper, and errand-runner, of the business for the past 34 years. Of their marriage of 50-plus years, and their teamwork in business, she says simply: “we work good together; always have.” They work well with their customers, too. If your boat needs service, give them a call.
(802) 352-6603 • olds56us@yahoo.com • 1731 Upper Plains Rd, Salisbury
From all of us at Monument Farms,
Thank you for loving what we do! Family Owned for 4 Generations James Road • Weybridge 545-2119
Our Delivery men were out delivering milk, and missed picture day! MISSING FROM THE PHOTO ARE: Bob James, Craig Russell, Paul Deering, Dan James, Ben James, Phil Culver, Dan Sunderland, Darryl Gilbeau, David Jackson, Adam Graves, Tony Harvey, Todd Larrow, Adam Coyle
Thank you to all these special people who make our farm run smoothly! FARM: Peter James, Maggie Seeley, Jim Lyle, Randy Palmer, Nate Bingham, Eric Bowdish, Frank Miller, Jay Lisenby, Bill Bingham, Kyle Barnes, Jody Forbes, Tyler James, Tyler Bates, David Dushaney, Kevin Desjardin, Ashton Bates OFFICE: Jean Smith, Cliff Carpenter, Myrna Culver PLANT: Jon Rooney, Kevin Cousino, Terry Brouillard, Richard Audet, Eldon Atkins, Bill Grace, Cody Quesnel SALES: Greg Wry
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Champlain Valley Equipment Champlain Valley Equipment, founded in 1970, has been one of Vermont’s premier agricultural equipment dealers for the past 47 years. Our slogan is “Growing to Meet Your Needs” and with five locations throughout Vermont, we are positioned to serve you. Five locations means five parts departments, fully staffed and stocked to meet your needs.
www.champlainvalleyequipment.com
Five full-time road service technicians equipped with 14 service vehicles which allow us to reach you more promptly. Our technicians excel at bringing both tools and experience to you, resulting in less down-time.
With a staff of over 110 people statewide, we still run our stores with the mindset that our customers come first. Champlain Valley equipment is a family owned business and is proud to give our customers excellent value while building strong relationships in our respective communities. Looking to the future, whether you are a farm owner, landowner, landscaper, contractor or outdoor power sports enthusiast, we will continue to meet your needs! We are proud to partner in your success. Champlain Valley Equipment and its owners would like to thank all of our customers for making us who we are today and for your continued patronage!
CVE is now your source for Bobcat Equipment Rentals, Skid Steer Loaders, Excavators and attachments galore.
SALES & MARKETING: Fran Welch, Katie King, Scott Hartley, Thomas Kallen, Derek Gregorek, Allen Bilson (Missing: Jack Kennett)
PARTS: Jeff Randall, Spencer Carpenter, Steven Kallen, Ann Ouellette, Chris St. Martin, Jim Sherman
St. Albans, VT • Derby, VT
SERVICE: Ben Fitzgerald, Bradley Correia, Chris Hogan, Dennis Benoit, Rick Viens, Seth Matthews, Mirsad Ovcina, Rob Bousquet (Missing: Rodney Cadoret, David Peering, Patrick Deering, Chris Langdon, Whitney Dragon)
ACCOUNTING: Hannah Wierzbicki, Cheryl Gordon, Boomer (dog) , Vickie Kerr, Janet Martin, Sean Collins, Tara Case (Missing: Jennifer LaRock)
453 Exchange Street, Middlebury, VT • 802-388-4967
GENERAL MANAGER: Brian Carpenter
Berlin, VT • East Randolph, VT
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Champlain Valley Properties is comprised of a team of professionals who love Addison County and our local region. Nancy Foster who leads the team has been one of the top producing Brokers in Addison County for years. She is a graduate of Middlebury Union High School, went to UVM and earned a Master’s Degree in History. Nancy’s fascination with history enhances her knowledge of the local culture and landscape. Nancy has been active in a variety of local and statewide organizations over the years. She is also mother to 3 daughters who are all married. Nancy’s husband Robert is a dairy farmer and composter who founded MOO DOO Products. Nancy enjoys working with both Buyers and Sellers on all aspects of real estate. Robin Foster Cole grew up with two sisters on a dairy farm in Middlebury, Vermont. As many bright and talented young professionals will do, she broadened her horizons and left Vermont for a time. Earning a degree in Art and Art History from Washington University in St. Louis, Robin then went on to create costumes for the San Francisco Opera Company. However, Robin’s roots are here. She and her husband David returned to Vermont to raise their family. Robin is delighted to once again live where she grew up and appreciates the opportunity to join her mother in the real estate business.
Diana Berthiaume, became a licensed broker in 2017. In addition to assisting home buyers and sellers for more than a decade, is also a nurse, farmwife and mother of two teenagers. Helping people make their dreams come true by guiding them to the perfect property is a beloved mission for Diana. Mandy Daly Hodson grew up in Middlebury and offers an extensive knowledge of the area and community. After graduating from UVM Mandy ran a retail clothing business with her husband in Vergennes for 13 years while raising their two children. John Snyder-White also shares a great love of history – having graduated from University of Maine with a BA in History and Political Science. John hails from Middlebury as well and gives back to the community that enriched his life growing up. He has provided social services in Addison County through the Charter House Coalition. Brenda Jaring who is the administrative assistant in the office is also the Weybridge Town Clerk. She was born and raised in Vergennes, and loves calling Addison County home. She also loves spending time with her three children and two grandsons.
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YOUR Solid Team of Professionals Mark Thomas started in 1970 as a part-time employee, upon graduating from UVM he became full-time in 1974, 47 years later he is president of the company. Cindy Thomas, with 35 years in the family business, looks after the financial end. Tim Comes & Ron Warner both with 33 years in the industry – 26 & 30 respectively with Goodro. Now co-owners with Mark & Cindy they share the responsibilities of managing the day-to-day operations as well as working with our sales team inside. Ron & Tim are open to jobsite or office visits with both new & old customers. Anne Desrocher, our office assistant, has been helping Cindy for 19 years now. Bernie Laliberte has 18 years at Goodro. He is our merchandiser. Matt Stevers Our Andersen Factory trained window & door service technician and inside salesman has been with us for 9 years.
From L-R Boyd Belden, Matt Stevers, Jay Torrey, Tim Devino, Tracey Smith, Troy LaPell, Brian Quigley, Ron Warner, Tim Comes, Cindy Thomas, Brad Bassett Brett Ringey, Anne Desrocher, Devin Dwire, Bryon Bishop, Tim Porter, Bernie Laliberte, Thatcher Littlefield & Mark Thomas.
Boyd Belden has 46 years of experience in the industry – 6 with Goodro. Boyd makes jobsite visits to measure windows, doors, kitchens as well as helping with estimating and inside sales. Tracey Smith, Tim (Tiny) Devino and Thatcher Littlefield are available at the counter and throughtout the store to help customers with their diverse needs – If you need it,these guys will find it for you. Tim Porter our yard foreman has 20 years of experience, 13 of those years at Goodro. Troy LaPell now with 23 years with Goodro is our main boom truck driver. Brian Quigley is the newest face to join the Goodro family, and will celebrate his one year anniversary this Fall. Brian is a kitchen and bath designer, using Goodro’s 20/20 computer program to help customers achieve the dream kitchen or bath that they envision. He is available to visit your home or jobsite and measure for kitchens and countertops. Bryon Bishop, Brett Ringey, Brad Bassett, Devin Dwire & Jay Torrey are all our hard working truck drivers.
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Solid Waste District staff has recycling bins, compost bins, kitchen collectors, green cones and lots of great information at the District Transfer Station to help you recycle, and compost food scraps right at home. Soil-Saver home compost bins are just $45, the Green Cone solar digesters are $125 and the Sure-Close kitchen collectors are only $5 and come in two colors! ANY time is a good time to start reducing your waste, so stop by the Transfer Station to pick yours up today!
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(left to right): Jim Gill, Owner; Mike Paquette, Parts & Sales; Andrea Hornbeck, Office and John Richmond, Service
Get Your Work Done Faster So You Can Get Out and Play! Champlain Valley Motorsports is your full-line recreational vehicle dealer. For year round fun we offer Artic Cat Snowmobiles and ATV's. For the boating enthusiast we offer factory authorized Evinrude and Johnson service and we carry Smoker Craft aluminum boats. We also service all makes of boats, outboard motors, and stern drive boats. In addition, we also carry Dixie Chopper, the world's fastest lawnmowers. These are the finest zero turn commercial quality mowers available today. “We specialize in fast, friendly personal attention to our customers from the sale to the ser vice department. Our goal is to get you back out playing as soon as possible!”
The District Transfer Station accepts:
(Station is open Mon - Fri 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Sat 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) 3 Furniture and Mattresses 3 Appliances 3 Scrap Metal 3 Natural Wood Waste 3 Construction and Demolition Debris 3 Leaf & Yard Waste
3 Used Motor Oil, Oil Filters & Antifreeze 3 Electronic Waste 3 Tires 3 Household and Automotive Batteries 3 Fluorescent Light Bulbs 3 Reusable Household Goods & Building Materials
Household Hazardous Waste is collected year-round at the District Transfer Station in Middlebury every Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1p.m. Call us at 388-2333, or check out our website at www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org
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Holistic Directory Brian recognizes the pain and stress that accompany our human condition. His mission is to honor each person’s life story, encourage the development of a peaceful mind, and restore balance to the body through the use of therapeutic massage and movement education. He has been a Kripalu yoga instructor and massage therapist since 1999 and is certified through Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. He brings his heart, knowledge, and healing hands into his practice and looks forward to sharing his gifts with you. All are welcome! Solos Salon 42 Court Street • Middlebury, VT 05753 802-989-5792 • slavinmassage@gmail.com
Healing Touch Therapy Practioner Healing Touch is a therapy that helps restore and balance energy that has been depleted due to stress, illness, injury, grief, medical conditions, surgery or medical treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. When an individual has pain, the practioner focuses on removing the energy congestion so that the pain level is reduced. Think of times when you have been stressed and how it affected your body. You may have experienced muscle tightness in your neck and shoulders, developed a headache or had discomfort in other parts of your body. Stress causes congestion in our energy system. Healing Touch techniques help to relieve that congestion.
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Dr. Perchemlides is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and a specialist in integrative medicine, including Naturopathic Oncology and chronic disease management. Dr. Perch has the unique ability to blend Naturopathic and conventional medicine in a way that is tailored to each patient’s individual needs. Dr. Perchemlides provides general medical and primary care to all family members: infants, children, adult men and women, and the elderly. Because he is clinically trained in both conventional and natural medicine, and has many years of experience using both in a clinical setting, he uses a fully integrative approach to care. Dr. Perch completed a post graduate residency at a leading national cancer center where every patient receives integrative oncology care; Dr. Perch is recognized as a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology. Dr. Perchemlides believes in leaving no stone unturned in his patient’s pursuit of optimal wellness.
(802)989-7669 • www.DoctorPerch.com 5 Park Street, Middlebury, VT 05753
WENDY LEONA GOODWIN Licensed Acupuncturist
Most people know that acupuncture can be used to treat chronic and acute pain, but do you know that both the World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health have documented that it has also been shown to be effective for:
Tension and stress as precursors to actual physical
problems Digestive conditions Arthritis Menstrual difficulties and menopause symptoms Anxiety, depression and insomnia Post-stroke, shingles, trigeminal neuralgia, Bell’s palsy Respiratory symptoms and immune system deficiencies
Prevention is always a better choice; waiting until symptoms are chronic means a longer healing time. Listen to your body and take action when symptoms first begin.
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L-R; Steve Misasi, Hilary Mullin, Anne Audet & Walter Deverell Missing from photo: Walter Miller & Glenn Montross
Quality Service from an Experienced Firm Misasi & Company, LLC is a continuation of Miller Deverell & Company, which was founded in 1980. Our experienced staff includes former owners Walter Deverell and Walter Miller. We offer a full range of tax, accounting, auditing and personal financial services as well as bookkeeping for corporations, partnerships, individuals, estates and trusts. We also continue to keep our clients abreast of current developments via our website.
Misasi & Company LLC Certified Public Accountants www.misasicpa.com 111 Maple Street - Suite 20, Middlebury, VT 05753
388-6307 • 1-800-632-6307 • Fax 388-6300 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening and weekend hours by appointment
Front L to R: Sue, Wendy Back L to R: Missy, Stacy, Michelle, and Flo!
BOURDON INSURANCE AGENCY 48 Merchants Row, Middlebury 388-4837 www.bourdoninsurance.com
Our second generation, family-owned business has been in Middlebury for more than four decades. Serving all of the Addison County area, we represent the locally based Co-op Insurance Company, along with numerous other nationally recognized companies. Our knowledgeable staff represents more than 95 years of combined insurance experience and we are committed to providing excellent customer service to each and every one of our clients! • Home • Auto • Business • Workers Compensation • Farm • Life
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ells Physical Therapy Services has been serving Addison County and its neighboring communities for more than 2 decades and we are proud to be your first choice for all your physical therapy needs. Whether you are recovering from an injury, wishing to enhance your sports performance, or seeking to achieve greater mobility, WE CAN HELP! Our aim is to treat all of our patients with the kindness and compassion they deserve, while also having some fun along the way! Our caring and dedicated staff are here for you. With the lowest rates in the area we can ensure that everyone gets the care they need. Our individualized treatment plans will ensure you are an active participant in your care. Our warm and welcoming demeanor will make you feel like a member of our family. Please be sure to check out our website at addisonwellnesspt.com or “Like” us on Facebook for fun health and wellness tips.
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Business Profile Bristol natives deepen their love of art with own gallery
2017
Northern Daughters a new home for local art
By WILL DIGRAVIO Vermont, and graduated from Middlebury VERGENNES — “You have the best College in 2010 with a degree in Latin office in all of Addison County.” American Studies. She spent her final That’s what clientele often say to Justine semester in the Dominican Republic, and Jackson and Sophie Pickens, the owners of used that time to travel throughout Nicaragua, Northern Daughters, a contemporary art Ghana and other West African countries. gallery located in the heart of downtown Then, roughly two years ago, they both Vergennes. found themselves living in Brooklyn, N.Y., According to their website, the gallery and decided to meet at a coffee shop to catch strives “to be a space that merges the aesthetic up. While there, they realized they both shared of blue chip galleries with the familiarity and a desire to return to Vermont. From there, the authenticity of a Vermont general store.” That idea for a gallery was born and, according to authenticity of the gallery is derived from its Pickens, they “just jumped right in.” two founders’ childhoods spent in Bristol, When Northern Daughters opened last where the duo lived as August, the community neighbors, attended the welcomed the business Bridge School together with open arms. in Middlebury, and were Pickens, who now lives raised by mothers who in Vergennes, said she are both artists and have did not spend much time instilled in their daughters in the Little City prior to a love and appreciation for opening the gallery. the arts. “This has given me From a young age, an opportunity to get to Pickens would help her know the community,” mother, the painter Pamela she said. “The mayor Smith, make papier-mâché stopped in right after statues during the holiday we opened to make season that they would then sure we had everything display at Folkheart, we needed. Everyone the store the family at City Hall has been used to own in very supportive and Bristol. Every communicative. From day, Jackson, the very beginning it whose mother felt like everyone was is the painter on our side.” Anne Cady, would Pickens said that go to an after-school arts owning a gallery has program that her mother allowed art to become used to run. one of the forefronts During high school, of her life, that it has Pickens and Jackson allowed her to engage separated. Pickens and more deeply with artists. her family traveled and “(The gallery) is an moved to Nepal, where entryway to approach she attended the Lincoln other artists, and the School in Kathmandu. community in general, She went on to graduate in Vermont,” she from Vassar College in said. “It represents Sophie Pickens and Justine Jackson 2006, where she studied some part of who I Chinese and Costume am immediately in Design. Jackson stayed in conversation and that
Justine Jackson, left, and Sophie Pickens pose in front of two paintings that are part of their art gallery’s latest exhibit, “Dear Wild Ones.” Independent photo/Trent Campbell
allows for a different level of engagement.” For Jackson, one of the most rewarding parts of owning a gallery is getting to act as the conduit through which both artists and community members can support and interact with one another. “A gallery is a way of supporting a lifestyle. If you can sell and promote an artist’s work, then (that allows them to) create,” she said. Jackson and Pickens are committed to running a gallery that is a space that everyone in the community can enjoy. “It is really important to us to have (the gallery) be a space that is accessible to everybody, that people feel comfortable coming in,” Jackson said. “It has been nice for us to have a space, to create the energy within it, share it, and also invite other things to exist in this space. We’ve had different programming — some classes, some music — and there’s certainly more to come.” Pickens agreed, and said that having a space to offer a variety of programming to the public — everything from adult sex-ed classes to a murder mystery party — has allowed them to join and facilitate new conversations in the community.
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“We want everyone to feel like there is something here for them,” Pickens said. At present, Northern Daughters is open only from Thursday through Sunday, and on Monday through Wednesday by appointment. When she is not at the gallery, Pickens works at the John Graham Shelter, tends bar, and does freelance bookkeeping for a company in New York City. Jackson works for the artist Rebecca Kinkead in Ferrisburgh, where she helps manage her studio. Kinkead is one of the artists featured in the gallery’s latest exhibit, “Dear Wild Ones.” The exhibit, which also features the work of sculptor Eben Markowski, runs through July 9, and is comprised of works that depict wild animals. On July 13 (and running through Aug. 27) Northern Daughters will stage the show “See You at the Lake,” a solo exhibit of new work from Anne Cady. This show marks a departure from Cady’s typical landscapes, shifting the focus to boats. The current exhibit is the gallery’s fifth. According to Jackson, they have a group of eight core artists that they work with on a regular basis.
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“We’re pretty careful about the artists we work with. We want them to be people who we are inspired by in both their work and as humans,” Pickens said. “We’re really lucky to have a wonderful group of artists and we hope to continue to grow that very, very slowly so we can really know everyone who is here, be able to represent them well and be able to engage with them.” Going forward, Jackson and Pickens hope to share the work of Vermont artists with those around the country. This fall, they will present artwork at the Affordable Art Fair in New York City. “(This will be) the first time we’ve represented these artists outside of Vermont and we’re looking forward to doing that more in the future,” Pickens said. When asked which of their past exhibits was their favorite, both Pickens and Jackson laughed. “That’s like picking a favorite child,” Jackson said. However, if they had to choose, they said they would probably select their first exhibit, “Madonnas Make You Brave.” That exhibit featured the work of two artists: their mothers. “It’s a safe answer,” Pickens said.
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DeBisschop EXCAVATING, LLC
Todd Poole of Poole Images has been working in photography for 35 years. Poole Images offers Athletic Portraiture, Sports Photography, Event Photography, Commercial Photography, Graphix Compositions and Commercial Video. Poole Images is now offering 2017-2018 Senior Portraits for $99 - usually $129! Don’t miss out on this special offer, which expires on 10/30/2017. To check out some of Todd’s work, visit pooleimages.com and check out PooleImages on Facebook. To schedule a session with Todd, call (802) 324-6964.
Matt DeBisschop, owner, Peter McDurfee and Matt Murphy. Missing from photo: Fred Cushman
PHONE (802) 385-1030 • CELL (802) 233-3795 4961 Case Street • Middlebury, VT 05753
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Teamwork! It Works.
Front row L to R: Courtney, Sarah, Amey & Karen Back row L to R: Tracey, Erin & Beth Certain factors in real estate are a given: location is critical; a well-maintained property reaps an optimum price; and your real estate agent should be committed to your mission – whether you’re buying or selling. IPJ is the team that works for each client. Amey Ryan, Sarah Peluso, Beth Stanway, Courtney DeBisschop, Erin Goodrich, Tracey Mancini, and Karen James are qualified, educated professionals with a comprehensive knowledge of market conditions and meaningful connections to our communities.
When the time is right, see what IPJ Real Estate can do for you. Visit our Main Street gallery of listings.
34 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-4242 www.middvermontrealestate.com
L to R: Sawyer Updike, Chas Mraz, Cee Denney, Sadie Messenger, Molly Kennedy, Porter Barnes, Kori Mitchell, Levi Doria (Missing: Deb Cousineau)
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hamplain Valley Apiaries has been producing high quality honey since 1931. Gathered by bees from the blossoms of clover and alfalfa, the honey is light in color with a delicious and delicate flavor that has been the favorite of our customers for 85 years. Our honey is offered in raw naturally crystallized or liquid form. We invite you to discover the nutritional benefits of honey and learn more about beekeeping in Vermont, then shop our online store for any of our honey products. Welcome from the “Land of Milk & Honey” - we know you’ll enjoy your visit!
504 Washington St. Ext., Middlebury, VT 05753 802.388.7724 • champlainvalleyhoney.com
Benj & Lesley Deppman, attorneys at Deppman Law PLC, are focused on achieving practical results for their clients.
(802) 388-5678 Monday - Friday 9AM - 7PM Saturday 9AM - 5PM Sunday 9AM - 3PM
Benj Deppman, Lesley Deppman, Claire Dykstra and Kathy Mandigo
2 Park Street, Middlebury • 802-388-6337 • www.middlaw.com
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ride your bicycle! • for fitness • to save on gas • to reduce pollution • to reduce global warming • for convenience • for fun!
Dealers in Trek & Specialized The bicycle provides simple, efficient, ecologically friendly transportation and recreation for people of all ages and abilities. Frog Hollow Bikes’ sales staff will put you on a bike that fits both your lifestyle and your physical “bicycle-comfort zone,” from two of the most innovative and trusted lines in the bike market, Trek & Specialized. Our repair center offers friendly and professional service for all makes and models. We want to help you keep “old faithful” on the road (or in the woods). Come visit us in person, or visit our website.
FROG HOLLOW BIKES Middlebury’s Bike Shop Since 1972
froghollowbikes.com 74 Main St., Middlebury, Vt. • (802) 388-6666
Taylor Patterson, Kris Kelton, Rob Ketcham, Larry Lanpher, Eric Hall, Jonathan Lanpher, Dylan Lanpher, Gordon Lear, Nathan Littlefield, Heidi and Ed Lanpher
Lanpher Construction from Shoreham, Vermont with an office conveniently located in Cornwall, is a family owned general contracting company that has been in business since 2005. Owner Ed Lanpher prides himself on being customer focused. Lanpher Construction builds custom homes and works with homeowners on anything from small projects to additions, renovations and remodels.
Frog Hollow Bikes Staff from L to right: Chas Lyons (co-owner), Carl Robinson (co-owner), Jon Bowdish, Carlyle Grundon
Community Investment Counselors Front row: Jake Haigh, Logan Price Back row: Wendy Covey, Holly Fulton, Rollie White, Al Covey Not pictured: Stuart Stevens, Jim Graham
Financial planning through all stages of life Portfolio Management • Retirement Income • Financial Education We are a local independent financial advisory firm offering a full range of investment services including retirement income plans, workplace rollovers, college funding & business retirement plans. Our primary focus on client education allows us to render investment advice in the client’s best interest.
63 Maple St., Suite 25 (across parking lot from Marbleworks Pharmacy), Middlebury, VT Ph: 802-388-1357, Fax: 802-388-0345, email: office@communityinvestmentcounselors.com Investment Advisory Services offered through Capital Cities Investments, a Registered Investment Advisor
Valleywide Veterinary Services From L to R: Drexel Wheeler, DVM; Glen Cousineau, DVM; David Rockwell, DVM; Kim Miner, office; Heidi Lanpher, office; Kent Anderson, DVM
Photo Credit: RetroMotion Media
Established in 1995 to provide medical and surgical services to food animals in Addison, Southern Chittenden and Northern Rutland counties. • Over 100 years of combined experience • Embryo transfer services • Retail livestock supplies • Milk quality support • Dairy production and management consulting
Valleywide Veterinary Services 429 Route 30, Suite B, Cornwall, VT 05753 802-462-2233 • vvs@shoreham.net
Vermont-made wooden toys and gifts for 38 years
Barbara Rainville, Jayne Cousino, Hilda Vincent, Pat Rainville, Regan Wedge, Tim Sawyer, Cheryl Martell, Shawna Hotte, Donna Kerr, Steve Kimball, Robin Farnum, Ronda Coyle, Alan Palmer, Chris Mitchell, Betty Clark, Sarah Wales, Doug Williams, Nate Fisher, Roger Johnston, George Macedo, Mae Farley, Anne Cummings, John Gallagher, Missy Thompson, Scott Joyal, Remy Lary, Loyal Riley, Dan Dutton, Don Nels, Arleen Bent, Lynda Bushman, Hugh Kennedy, Hope Buchanan, Chris Schaner, Paul Hanson, Rhonda Kendall, Wallace Thompson, Jared Provoncha, Sam Guillemette, Phillip Jerome, Mike Rainville, Jill Rainville, Adam Rainville, Andrew Rainville, and Hattie Brown (emeritus)
VISIT OUR FACTORY & STORE: Mon-Fri 8-5 / Sat 9-4 / Tours M-F 10&1 1297 Exchange St., Middlebury - 388-0627 - maplelandmark.com
L to R: Linda Revell, Jeremy Revell, Steve Revell, Beth Erickson, Tyler Maynard, Megan Harris, Devon Neary
The professional and technical staff of Lincoln Applied Geology, Inc., are prepared to serve your environmental needs. We offer: Hydrogeological Evaluations – monitoring well installations, bedrock fracture analysis, on-site wastewater disposal, stormwater discharge. Contamination Assessments – soil and ground water sampling, risk assessments, risk based corrective actions, remedial investigation/feasibility studies, phased environmental site assessments, contaminant fate and transport, landfill post closure monitoring plans, spill containment and management, SPCC Plans, soil gas and indoor air sampling. Remedial Engineering – Underground Storage Tanks: removal, evaluation and site closures. Ground Water and Soil Remediation Systems: design, installation, operation and monitoring. Water Supply – location of new ground water sources, wellhead/source protection plans, ground water pumping tests, supervision of water supply installation, and permitting. Septic System Designs – septic system design for single and multiple lot subdivisions, site and soil evaluations, designs for standard in-ground, at grade, mound, and innovative septic systems. Legal Support – expert legal testimony, second opinion studies, due diligence environmental audits, third party reviews.
Please Visit Our Website: www.lagvt.com 163 Revell Drive Lincoln, Vermont 802-453-4384 1-800-477-4384
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802 . 453 . 2500 BristolElectronicsVT.com
Thank you Addison County for your continued support And for making us your preferred solar installation team.
When you’re ready for solar, We are here for you! From our team, Who make it all happen… David Cobb, Chris Marion, Stephen Cobb, Shawn Thurber, Molly Struhammer, Justin Senesac, Cassie Marion & Michelle Audy
In 1972, Dave Cobb started Bristol Electronics as a storefront in Bristol, VT. Today, Bristol Electronics is a three generation solar installation business and celebrating 45 years! Congratulations and Happy 45th Anniversary Dave!!!
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Left to right: Brad Boise, Wes Holler, Patrick Clark, Brye Beckwith and Lyndsay D’Avignon Missing: Bruce and Ann Perreault, Peter Olivo, David Broughton, Pete Benoit, Earl Hurlbert, Dick Sagendorf and Shelby Monica.
36 Years as Addison County’s #1 Auto Parts Store
Luke & Ashley Wight, Owners
Burlington Location
99 Wilson Rd. • Midd., VT • 388-3143 • M-F 7:30-5:30 • Sat. 7:30-4 • Sun. 9-2 • middleburyautoparts.com
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Peak View Eye Care
Vermont owned destination for innovative cookware, outstanding cutlery and unique gifts for people who love to cook. Plus, be sure to check out our website, or follow us on Facebook to learn more about sales, demonstrations, events, knife sharpening and more!
As a locally-owned eye care center, we take our time with each patient and provide the quality care you are looking for. • Top-of-the-line: Carrera, Harley Davidson, Nike, Coach and other high-quality brand name frames • Professional fitting with proper selection of frames, and lens options for your prescription • Frames as low as $89.00 • Emergency eye care services Dianne Scott, Optometrist Assistant • Robert Austin, Optometrist • Lisa Norris, Office Manager and Opt. Asst.
• New patients are welcome!
We accept many insurances Medicare • MVP • Doctor Dinosaur • VSP • Green Mountain Care and more!
Middlebury Location
We’re thrilled to have joined this wonderful community! Stop in and visit us at 16 Merchants Row, Middlebury, meet some new friends, and see some familiar faces!
802.349.8803 www.KissTheCook.net
Call for an appointment.
OPEN Mon 8-4 • Tues – Fri 8-5
877-2422
27 Main Street • Vergennes
You bring your appetite…
Pam Martin
…we’ll do the cooking
“Caring for our patients as we would for our families”
Mark & Donna Perrin, owners Matt Plankey, Alex Whipple, Caitlin Hurteau, Jessica Murray, Kira Murray, Tyson Cram, Duncan Crogan, Austin Friend, Monica Lussier, Kaley Sunderland, Alaisha Lucia Missing: Amy Sweet, Abbi Lengyl, Phil Bullied, Leah Raymond, Alyssa Crogan, Tim Strong, Steph Betourney, Rebekah Anderson, Natalie F., Riley Brown, Maria Provencher, Kayla Aruzza, Jess Addis, Jamie Bedard, Pat Watkins, Ashley Friend
Providing the highest quality care – Dental Implants, Wisdom Teeth, Bone and Gingival Grafting, Sedation, Facial and Oral Surgery, Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Wrinkles, Botox
Green Peppers Restaurant is conveniently located at Shaws Plaza on Washington Street in Middlebury and since 1982, has been serving up meals that are hearty, wholesome, economical and healthy. Our goal has been to provide a comfortable eating environment or convenient take-out with endless options to how you may want your food prepared and presented. That is why we start fresh from scratch every day. With an abundance of fresh meats and veggies, we can create an unlimited number of ways for you to customize your pizza, salad, sandwich or pasta.
Pizza • Pasta • Subs • Soups • Salads • Calzones DINE-IN AND TAKE-OUT
802-388-3164
Fresh, convenient and local since 1982 MIDDLEBURY, VERMONT
Scott M. Bowen, DMD, MD, MPH Harvard School of Dental Medicine Harvard School of Public Health University of North Carolina at Chapel HIll
58 Court Street, Middlebury, Vermont
802-388-6344
www.mapleviewoms.com
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At the Mill QUALITY Kiln Dried Lumber Hardwood & Softwood
Family Owned Since 1906 The Johnson family is committed to sustainable timberland management, the production of quality lumber in a safe working environment, and being responsible, engaged community members.
Professional foresters have managed the company’s lands since 1944, providing the highest quality hardwoods, as well as white pine in rough and finished form. You can count on friendly, professional service.
Friendly Service • Great Specials Cash & Volume Discounts
802-453-4884
Bristol, VT • Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.vermontlumber.com
HARDWOODS Rough: Maple • Oak • Birch • Cherry • Ash Butternut • Popple • Walnut • Mahogany
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Bristol Financial Services wants to thank our clients for the trust they’ve placed in us. We look forward to continuing to work with you towards achieving your financial goals.
L to R: Kris Pearsall, Fred Baser, Shawn Oxford, JoAnne Vose & Reese in front.
The team at Bristol Financial Services offers financial solutions for individuals and businesses. The most important part of our job is to help people reach their financial objectives and help business owners with their financial strategies and benefits packages. 36 Main Street, Bristol, VT 802-453-2378 www.bristolfinancial.com Securities and advisory services offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SPIC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.
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“Community” comes from the place and experiences we all share in common. Over the course of a year we see our friends and neighbors around town involved in many group activities that together help define who we are as a community. Some milestones we have recognized in the past year include, clockwise from top left, the cadre of new teachers in the Rutland Northeast getting ready for the school year, Vergennes firefighter Aimee Goff taking part in a parade, Middlebury Union High School students enjoying their prom, supporters of Holley Hall going all the way to support this Bristol landmark, Mount Abe graduates celebrating their big day, Bixby Library supporters mingling at the gala, racers pulling an outhouse on the Fourth of July, and hungry diners digging in at Foodaroo.
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Call us between 8am and 5pm to either speak with Deb or a receptionist from our service who will then transfer your message for immediate reply. Someone will always be there to take your call.
Our dedicated staff (L-R): Deb Orvis, Veterinary Receptionist/Assisstant; Randall Ross, VMD; Lynda Malzac, Veterinary Assistant
On-site Blood Analysis Lyme & Heartworm Testing Wellness Exams ~ Vaccines Comprehensive Diagnostics Flea & Tick Products Home Euthanasia Celebrating our 15TH year providing medical care at home for your dog or cat.
Special Thanks to our loyal clients for their unwavering trust and support.
RANDALL N. ROSS, VMD
802-777-8486 • MON - FRI 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WWW.VermontMobilevet.com
Providing Home Heating Fuel Delivery and Service to the Champlain Valley Since 1945
Our Exceptional Service Has Not! Jackman Fuels Inc. Propane • Ultra Low Sulfur Heating Oil & Kerosene
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Business Profile Benware is busy in Leicester, Salisbury
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Long-time town officer also teaches
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By WILL DIGRAVIO LEICESTER — On the land that now houses the Blue Ledge Farm, near Leicester’s border with Salisbury, used to sit the first schoolhouse in Addison County. To those who live there, the remnants of that schoolhouse serve as a symbol of the town’s longstanding commitment to education. One Leicester resident who embodies that commitment is selectboard Chair Diane Benware, who has also been a teacher in Leicester and the surrounding community for more than 40 years. A lifelong Vermonter, Benware was born on a farm in the northern part of the state, moved to St. Albans when she was 16, and went on to receive a degree in elementary education from the University of Vermont. She and her husband Dan, who is now deceased, bought a house in Leicester in 1975. There they raised their two daughters, Allison Benware and Lesley Deppman, who now reside in Rutland and Cornwall, respectively. Since moving to Leicester 42 years ago, Diane Benware has served the In 1976, the town offered community as a teacher, town officer and in other capacities. Diane Benware a teaching Independent photo/Trent Campbell position at the now-closed West Benware said she recently Side School, and she has been a years ago, Benware was appointed teacher in the community ever and subsequently elected to the finished writing a grant that, hopefully, will help fund new since. She currently works as the Leicester selectboard. As a member and now chair of fencing at the Brookside Cemetery, literacy specialist at the Salisbury the board, one of her focus areas a burial ground on the LeicesterCommunity School. For Benware, the best part of has been making sure the town’s Whiting Road that was established the job is, simply, working with history is preserved and taught to in 1815. She said working on these the next generation projects has given her a deeper children. of residents. She understanding of the people who “As the literacy said that during have comprised her community for specialist, I get to “As the literacy her time on the centuries. spend a lot of time specialist, I get to “I’ve learned about the selectboard, and with kids who are spend a lot of time as a member of the resilience of the people,” she said. learning how to read with kids who are town’s historical “I’ve learned of the generosity of ... working with them and helping learning how to read society, she has the people, of their commitment them to become the ... working with them learned much of to honoring and remembering their loved ones and their family the town’s history. readers I know they and helping them to “I’ve learned members.” can be,” Benware become the readers I about the way In the town and county, Benware said. “It brings a it was settled wears many hats. In addition to her smile to my face know they can be. It and why things selectboard and historical society when I see the little brings a smile to my are where they duties, she also serves as the town light bulb go on and face when I see the are because of health officer, a position that, if they go, ‘Oh, I get settlement vacant, is filled by the selectboard it now. I can read little light bulb go on early and they go, ‘Oh, I patterns,” she said. chairman by default. She also this.’” She worked with serves as a member of the Addison Her time as a get it now. I can read local students and County Regional Planning literacy specialist this.’” teachers to help Commission, and a member of has taught her never — Diane Benware write a book about the commission’s Transportation to assume how one the town’s early Advisory Committee. may go about, as she As a public servant, Benware puts it, navigating the complexities history. “In working with children, I find says that her favorite thing is of the English language. “Every day, I am reminded about that they generally seem to think working with people to improve how challenging it can be to make that what is here today was always their community. “I enjoy talking to people and sense of the squiggles and lines here. It’s very interesting to watch their faces, to watch their thinking learning about them, what their that are on the paper,” she said. Benware has transferred her process when they think about, needs are and trying to make decades’ worth of skills developed ‘Oh, there didn’t always used to be decisions that will make Leicester in the classroom to service in a bridge here,’” she said. “That’s and even better place to live,” she said. municipal government. Fifteen important to me.”
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Gary Baker Insurance Since 1966
MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTS LIFE . ANNUITIES . DISABILITY LONG TERM CARE . 401K ROLL OVERS
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Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Fashion Eyewear for men, women and children Complete services – fast & on-site Prescription sunglasses and goggles Safety glasses Eyeglass repair
Saturday by appointment
Attendant on duty 7 - 7
• Dry Cleaning • Bulk Dry Cleaning • Shirt Service • Self-serve Large Capacity Washers & Dryers • Wash/Dry/Fold Service • Drapes and Rugs • Comforters • Wedding Gowns • Alterations • Leather and Suede • Horse Blankets • Storage
Family owned & Operated Since 1966
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EYE EXAMS • EYE CARE ASSOCIATES 388-6565 L- Halina Lyons, Licensed Optician, ABOC R- Amjad “MJ” Hayyat, Licensed Optician, ABOC
1330 Exchange Street • Middlebury 388-4456
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produce • flowers • meats • eggs • cheeses • crafts • jewelry • apples • bread maple syrup • honey • yarn • baked goods • prepared foods & more!
We are a collection of over 60 vendors coming together to deliver the highest quality, local products from Central Vermont. From fresh produce to handmade crafts, we have a wide variety of items made with love and care. BETTER OFF BREAD
BLUE LEDGE FARM
Better Off Bread is a small European-style hearth bread bakery located on our property in North Ferrisburgh, Vermont. All of our loaves are hand formed one at a time. We use pre-ferments in all of our doughs. Either biga, poolish, pate, or a sour dough mother named “Betty” give the bread the flavor that we look for. We are so happy to be back in Vermont, raising our family, and doing the things we love. The markets that we work with have great people, and we are thankful for their support.
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MIDDLEBURY FARMERS’ MARKET fresh field-grown
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Berries & BAKED GOODS
530 Exchange Street – home of the VFW • Sat & Wed 9am – 12:30pm • Rain or Shine • middleburyfarmersmarket.org
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Dr. Jeff Blasius
Dr. Ted Librizzi
Left to right: Allyson Wetmore, Miranda Benoit, Laurie Pratt, Carlen Goodman, Elyse Cousino and Monique Simpson
Braces for Children & Adults Creating Beautiful, Healthy Smiles!
Associates in Orthodontics is a family oriented practice providing the highest quality of orthodontics in a friendly and fun atmosphere for over 40 years. We treat all ages from early childhood to senior citizens, using conventional metal braces, ceramic braces and Invisalign. As a service to the community, we provide complimentary initial exams. Please feel free to call for an evaluation.
Dr. Zach Librizzi
170 Middle Road North, Middlebury, VT 802-388-2222 • 800-750-1000 • www.vtbraces.com
B. L. Valley Real Estate 330 Foote Street • Middlebury, VT 05753 Let me help you achieve the joy of owning your own home! Everything you need to know about buying and selling homes or land in Vermont is just a call away to Brian Valley, Owner/Broker, B. L. Valley Real Estate.
Brian L. Valley Owner/Broker/Realtor® valleyvermont@comcast.net 802.989.9125
I’m here to serve you and make your real estate experience easy and rewarding. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!
OPEN DOOR CLINIC Making Healthcare More Accessible
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Keeping Good Company is a family
owned Interior Design business that was started by Pam Carter and daughter Chelsea Audy. They offer full interior design services throughout Vermont. Pam & Chelsea believe that good design should sustain a family as they change and grow together. It is their goal to listen to their clients and then offer inspiration and guidance to achieve the look and feel desired. Your home should be a reflection of who you are, and whether it’s new construction or updating a space, Pam and Chelsea are here to help you along the way with all of your interior design needs.
Full Interior Design Service - Furniture - Home Decor - Fabrics - Window Treatments Vergennes, VT - 802-877-3004 - kgcvt.com - design@kgcvt.com
Back Row L to R: Jody Brakeley, RN; Melanie Clark, Certified Vermont Health Connect Navigator; Josh Lanney, Patient Services Coordinator; Audrey Goettl, Admin Asst. Front Row L to R: Julia Doucet, RN – Outreach Nurse & Nurse Case Manager, Heidi Sulis, MPH – Executive Director; Heidi Considine, Dental Hygienist & Dental Case Manager
he passionate and committed team at the Open Door Clinic increases access to healthcare for the underserved by harnessing the invaluable resources of 130+ energetic and eager volunteers, including the Clinic’s Medical Director, Dental Director and Board of Directors. The Board includes community members and professionals from Addison County. The Open Door Clinic’s mission is to provide access to quality healthcare services, free of charge, to those who are uninsured or under-insured and who meet financial eligibility guidelines. Services are provided in a compassionate, respectful and culturally sensitive manner until a permanent healthcare provider can be established.
Open Door Clinic
Adam Fasoli, DMD Volunteer Dental Director
Terry Naumann, MD Volunteer Medical Director
100 Porter Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753 • (802) 388-0137 • opendoormidd.org
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This dedicated, wonderful group of professionals continues to provide the residents of the Addison County community with quality health care at home. SERVICES PROGRAMS
Skilled Nursing Home Care
Medical Social Work Hospice Care & Palliative Care
Rehabilitation Therapies Maternal-Child Health Occupational, Speech & Choices for Care / Long Term Care Physical Therapy Wellness: Individuals & Employers Home Health Aides Telehealth Personal Care Attendants COMMUNITY Homemaker Services Free Community Foot Care Clinics Chronic Care Management Flu Vaccine Clinics
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(802) 388-7259 www.achhh.org toll free (800) 639-1521 PO Box 754, Route 7 North Middlebury, VT 05753
It is a job we take seriously, and one that has a lasting impact on the children who will grow up to be the future of Vermont.
Educating our children is everyone’s responsibility. But it is our job.
Great public schools for every child. www.vtnea.org
We know what it takes to motivate students, to help them learn, to push them to their highest potential.
As teachers and education support professionals our members work every single day to ensure student success.
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Tom Denecker
Mike Capra
Dealer Partner
Scott Brace Ben Cram Business Development Used Car Sales Manager Manager
Corey Quenneville Bryan Tourville Sales Sales
Dealer Partner
Patrice Eisenhower Admin. Assistant
Jim Gudelis Business Manager
Aaron Morris Custodian
Kim Estey Sales
Brianna Willson Social Media Manager
Technicians: Allen Hazen, Ryan Schembeck, Tiffany Kennet (detail) Eric James, Bruce Bushey (detail), Gary Martin-Maloy, Shaun Fiske, Robert Paterson, Mark Ballantine (detail).
Garth Pecor IT
Beth Wallace Office Manager
Rick Pixley Accounting
Jeff Devoid Ryan Hughey Sales Sales
Liana Capra Warranty Administrator
Parts and Service: David Siegler, Tommy Frankovic, Kevin Yampol (Service Manager) Traci Smith, Eric Douglas, John Roberts, Nicole Hamer, Martha Orvis, Kurt Degraaf, Mike Safford (Parts Manager).
26 Years In Business
510 Rt. 7 So. • Middlebury, VT 802-388-4932
www.deneckerchevrolet.com
14 Main St. • Vergennes. VT 802-877-3600