Monday, Aug. 21, 2017

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

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Vol. 29 No. 18

Old-time trio for a new era • When DaddyLongLegs plays in Brandon on Saturday, you may recognize some of the tunes. See Arts Beat, Page 10.

Middlebury, Vermont

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Monday, August 21, 2017

Part 1 of RR project done; businesses wary of big dig

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Downtown Middlebury merchants are assessing the economic fallout from the recently completed installation of temporary bridges on Merchants Row and Main Street. Business owners located closest to the construction zones predictably reported the most substantial losses, while virtually all of those polled by the Independent praised

the town and Kubricky Construction for their outreach during the project.

“The sky didn’t fall, but on most of the days that both Merchants Row and Main Street were closed, we saw our sales down by as much as a half,” said Becky Dayton, owner of the Vermont Book Shop that was located in the eye of the proverbial construction storm (See Rail bridges, Page 13)

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Middlebury plans for passenger rail service

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — The town of Middlebury has received a $15,000 grant to pin down a location for a new rail platform slated to serve passenger trains that could stop here beginning as soon as 2020.

The Addison County Regional Planning Commission’s Transportation Advisory Committee this past Wednesday unanimously approved a (See Passenger rail, Page 3)

Sports keep seniors moving

• At Project Independence seniors play tennis, volleyball, golf, whiffleball and more. See Sports on Pages 33-34.

Information for better living • Nurse, athlete and mom Meg Meyer of New Haven offers hints on healthy living. See our Health and Well-being section, Pages 17-28.

Girl power

ALICE LIVESAY, LEFT, Isabel Quinn and Maddie Shutterworth, all eight-year-olds, work on computer art projects at the Middlebury Rec. Department S.T.E.A.M. Girls camp last Friday morning. S.T.E.A.M. stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Hope & honesty fuel local man’s fight for sustainability Bruhl changes his daily life and shares big picture ideas

By GAEN MURPHREE NEW HAVEN — Taborri Bruhl’s world changed four years ago on the day he learned the African western black rhino had gone extinct.

“It just struck me as, ‘That’s permanent.’ You can’t undo extinction,” said the 50-year-old New

Haven resident.

While many grieved as part of the collective tsunami of sadness, Bruhl decided to act.

A former U.S. Marine and son of an Air Force serviceman, Bruhl enlisted himself in a new battle — for sustainability.

“Right then, I made this decision. I’m going to figure this out: How can humans live on the planet without ruining it for our grandkids?” Bruhl said.

“Right then, I said to myself, ‘This is going to be

my thing. I see it coming. I don’t know if I can stop it. I don’t know if I can make a difference.

But I want to change my life — to try.’”

Thus began Bruhl’s personal mission to take a long, hard look at the human collision course with planetary devastation.

Bruhl’s first step was to simply pause and ask, “What is the problem? And how can an ordinary person live their life to be a part of the change?”

(See Sustainability, Page 16)

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Bristol police officers join regional labor union

By GAEN MURPHREE BRISTOL — Bristol police are now unionized.

On July 19, Bristol police voted unanimously to join the New England Police Benevolent Association after two NEPBA representatives visited the Bristol Police Department in person and made a presentation about member benefits. The Vermont Labor Relations Board certified the NEPBA as the department’s sole bargaining representative on July 31.

“I think they’re a great resource, especially for smaller agencies,” said Bruce Nason, whose seniority will make him the officer in charge once Kevin Gibbs departs as chief of police at the end of the month. “I was a part of a union in New York when I was a police officer. Then when I became a chief, I dealt with the union from the other side. So I’ve seen it from both perspectives.

I’m comfortable with unions. I was for it.”

The union includes all full-time and regularly scheduled part-time officers, but excludes the chief of police. According to Bristol Police Officer Josh Otey, all four current Bristol police officers (Nason, Otey, Jori Fairbanks and Randy Crowe) voted to unionize with the NEPBA. One part-time officer is on a leave of absence and did not vote.

Nason said that one of the reasons Bristol officers decided to go

with the NEPBA is that they represent a lot of smaller departments, “like our size. So they’re familiar with what small agencies like us experience.”

Otey emphasized that one of the chief reasons police wanted to unionize is legal coverage, which Otey described as increasingly a concern for police in Vermont and nationwide. NEPBA stood out in this respect for its affordability because it offers comprehensive legal coverage as part of the basic union package.

Otey, who worked in Saint Louis before coming to Vermont and who has worked in other Vermont police departments, said that many unions offer legal coverage as an add-on benefit only, and that this can become quite expensive.

“Some of those packages cost hundreds and thousands of dollars a year,” said Otey.

Some unions also make it expensive for smaller departments to join because there are fewer members to share the costs of coverage.

The NEPBA, by contrast, charges the same dues regardless of how small or how large the department.

Otey said the NEPBA dues would be around $11 a week per officer.

While having a union to represent police in contract negotiations wasn’t at the top of Bristol’s list, said Otey, he felt it would benefit both town and police to have certain kinds of expectations better

VERGENNES LIONS ROGER and Sue Hayes present a plaque to Long Trail on the Falls Physical Therapy owner, Michael DiPalermo for his service to the community. Long Trail employee Michelle Roberts (in the back), Orlando and Isabelle DiPalermo (two of Mike’s children) look on.

City Lions honor Long Trail owner VERGENNES — The Vergennes Lions Club this summer recognized Michael DiPalermo, owner of Long Trail on the Falls Physical Therapy, for his assistance promoting Lions Club projects.

When the club was collecting “Toys for Kids” in December and “Food from the Heart” in Febru-

ary, DiPalermo gave tickets to folks bringing in items for the drives.

At the end of the drives, a ticket was drawn giving one donor three months of free use of the facility equipment.

Since that time, DiPalermo has continued to hold food drives with the goal of helping feed local youth

this summer.

Lions President Jim McClay said the club sincerely thanks DiPalermo and his staff for helping the Lions live up to their motto of “We Serve.”

“It is this type of community involvement that makes the Vergennes area such a special place,” McClay said.

spelled out in writing. For example, he said that both police and town could benefit from an offi cial, stepped salary schedule that shows where an incoming police officer might start and might expect to go, based on training and experience (similar to the step schedule for teachers, publically

available for all Vermont school districts).

“The town has been more than fair with expected raises and things like that since over the five years I’ve been here,” Otey emphasized.

“I feel very supported by the town government and the town itself.

It’s just nice for both sides to get

everything in writing to know the expectations.”

Otey continued: “We all as a police department understand that we’re not going to get rich working in Bristol. If it was about the money, we’d go work in Burlington or for the state police or some(See Bristol police, Page 3)

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Bristol police

Passenger rail

(Continued from Page 2) thing. We all really appreciate the local feel, getting to serve our local community. So if we can pay our bills and enjoy what we do for work, then we’re all satisfied with that. But it would just be nice to develop a step program for our pay scale.”

Another draw for many Vermont police departments that have voted to go with the NEPBA in recent years is that it represents police only.

Most Vermont police departments are unionized, according to Tim Noonan, executive director of the Vermont Labor Relations Board, which oversees unionization and other labor issues.

According to the VLRB’s website, 34 of Vermont’s municipal police departments are unionized, as are its state troopers. Union affiliations include the NEPBA; the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees/ AFL-CIO; the Fraternal Order of Police; the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers; and the International Union of Public Employees. Vermont State Police are represented by the Vermont Troopers Association. Burlington, South Burlington, Milton and Brattleboro have their own police officers’ association, which Noonan said were separate from other larger national organizations.

The NEPBA, established in 2006, has been gaining ground in Vermont since the Springfield Police Department first signed on in 2008. It now outstrips the AFSCME in statewide affiliations.

Twelve Vermont police departments are now represented by the NEPBA; 10 by the AFSCME. Police departments with the NEPBA

(Continued from Page 1) $15,000 grant for the town to evaluate potential sites for the new platform. Area residents will be asked to help narrow the potential sites to a finalist that would then be designed, permitted and built during the summer of 2020, according to an itinerary developed by Middlebury municipal, Vermont Agency of Transportation and regional planning commission officials.

“It’s exciting,” Middlebury Town Planner Jennifer Murray said of the project and the prospect local residents will have access to Amtrak passenger rail services within three years.

Vermont learned in 2015 it would receive a $10 million grant through the federal Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery, or TIGER, program to ready its western corridor rail line for passenger rail service between Burlington and Rutland.

Locally, Middlebury and Vergennes will be stops along the rail line, and VTrans wants those communities to get related infrastructure in place.

The timetable requires Middlebury to finalize a location for its passenger rail platform by March of next year.

Murray said the federal grant money will cover the costs of planning and building a basic platform.

It would then be up to the town to find money for any additional amenities — such as an actual train station.

Fortunately, Middlebury has already put in a lot of work researching the location for a train stop. It was in

2017 Garden Game

Look for new entries in Thursday’s paper!

Making a scene

TOWN HALL Theater Young Company actor Gianna Kiehl strides through a rehearsal of “School for Scandal” in Middlebury on Friday. THT will stage the show this Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

include Bennington, Richmond, Shelburne, Waterbury, Williston, Hardwick, Northfield, Thetford, Springfield, Bellows Falls and Windsor.

Locally, both Brandon and Middlebury police are unionized through the American Federation

of State, County and Municipal Employees. Middlebury joined the AFSCME in 1983, Brandon in 1991. Vergennes briefly joined the AFSCME in the 1990s and then decertified.

Reporter Gaen Murphree is at gaenm@addisonindependent.com.

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2001 that the town commissioned a very ambitious “Multi-Modal Transportation Center Feasibility Study.”

That study, done by the firm Stevens & Associates — considered a variety of spots for what was envisioned as a one-stop spot for rail and bus services. The Stevens & Associates report identified the former Middlebury rail station at 29 Seymour St. as the top choice for a multi-modal facility. That property is now owned by the Dupoise family, the longtime owner-operators of the adjacent County Tire business. The former rail station now hosts a variety of businesses.

Murray said the siting process for the new station will include the Dupoises and any other private property owners possessing land identified as having potential for hosting a rail platform. She stressed the town will “need a willing seller.”

“Proximity to the downtown is important to me,” Murray said of her personal preference for a rail platform.

Middlebury could emerge as the metaphorical locomotive driving the western corridor passenger rail schedule. That’s because 2020 is also the year during which train traffic is scheduled to detour around Middlebury for a 10-week period to accommodate construction of a massive concrete tunnel that will replace the town’s Main Street and Merchants Row rail bridges.

Efforts to reach VTrans Rail Director Dan Delabruere for this story were unsuccessful as the Addison Independent went to press on Friday.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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A D D IS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Editorial

Finding a balance with firearms, target practice, shooting ranges and the public’s peace of mind How safe is it shoot a firearm next to your neighbor’s house? What precautions should be taken before it is appropriate to condone the practice?

What common sense measures should be at the heart of this conversation?

These questions were at the heart of the recent debate in Bristol, but also reverberate around the state as citizens struggle to find a reasonable balance between the right to discharge a firearm and the obvious concerns of safety, noise and disruption that can occur when those rights are abused.

In addition to the recent debate in Bristol, Whiting is pondering how to manage what town officials call an illegal commercial shooting range, and Ripton and Goshen officials are seeing gravel pits on national forest land used for shooting ranges that are unsafe, and remain littered with lead shell casings — a harmful impact on the environment that even the NRA encourages its members to avoid. And close calls have happened. Back in 2010, the Addison Independent reported an incident in which a Bridport resident was hit by a stray bullet while sitting on his porch by a man shooting at a target a half-mile away. The errant bullet pierced the flesh of the resident’s arm and smashed into his jaw, causing serious injury. Other county residents have reported bullets “whizzing by their heads” from people target practicing in an irresponsible manner.

What gun owners should want is action taken now before an accidental fatality causes a knee-jerk reaction that imposes restrictions that may be tougher than need be.

While the issue is fraught with concern, there’s reason to be optimistic.

For starters, most Vermonters embrace a hunting culture and respect, even admire, hunters who spend days and hours walking in the hills each fall for that winter’s supply of venison, or who spend early morning hours crouched in duck blinds, or for those willing to chase turkeys or bear or smaller game in a ritual that preserves a heritage tied deep to the state’s heart and soul.

Sighting a firearm and target practice to hone one’s skills are inherent parts of that culture.

Vermont also has ample space to allow the discharge of firearms to be done safety. Our rural towns should be able to offer locations that accommodate commercial facilities, and abandoned gravel pits in the national and state forests (already used without sanction) that dominate much of the state could easily be modified to fit appropriate safety standards. And some towns, like Salisbury and Middlebury, already have ordinances that have established safety zones around homes for people to follow.

Still, there is an apparent lack of coordinated town, state or national forest directive. Lacking any, what we have is a wild-west free-for-all that is causing rifts in our communities and potentially posing safety hazards. To address that void, one solution is to form a legislative study committee to access the extent of the current problem (if the issue has recently surfaced in six towns in Addison County, there’s a good hunch it’s a problem elsewhere), establish safety parameters for shooting ranges (perhaps adopt the NRA’s if those guidelines make sense), and determine which governmental and law enforcement bodies have jurisdiction over shooting ranges (be that on town, state or federal land).

What is inexcusable is for a town, like Ripton, to have no control over conditions that could create safety hazards for its residents, yet have neither the state police nor national forest officials take responsibility (see story in last Thursday’s Addison Independent or online at www.addisonindependent. com).

It’s not a stretch to believe Vermont can adopt measures defining suitable conditions for target practice as well as commercial shooting ranges, while also respecting the appropriate considerations of those closest neighbors. In most cases, we just haven’t had to before. But times change and it’s clear it has become an issue that must be addressed soon, and the longer it is delayed the more problematic it becomes.

Angelo Lynn

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Marking the date

A KEYSTONE FROM the former Middlebury municipal building/high school is now on display in the new College Park.

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Letters to the Editor Mt. Abe officials make good case for building project Thanks to the many Five Town community members for their dedicated work in addressing the facility issues at Mt. Abe. The recent article in the Addison Independent makes a good case for moving ahead with substantial work.

The $35 million price tag needs to be reduced — at $500 per square foot that would build 70,000 square feet of new building.

The notion of ringing the school with a road seems completely out to lunch and I am not sure that moving the library at the expense

of the shop is a good move either.

Hopefully there will be a well-facilitated public involvement process in working out these and other details.

But substantial work is needed.

Mt Abe is our Five Town community center. Its primary function is to provide a top-rate educational experience for middle and high school students. In addition, lifelong learning for our entire community ought to be woven into the function and design. Elders should be part of the mix. We should be

inspired by architect Christopher Alexander’s dedication to “wholeness” in every decision. Life and beauty should be brought to the entire campus and students should be involved as part of their educational experience.

Dennis Casey’s comment that the facility should lift up the educational experience especially for those from challenging economic experience is right on. And Mt. Abe Principal Jessica Barewicz’s mention of the “hidden curricu(See Letter, Page 5)

Addison Independent, Monday, August 21, 2017 — PAGE 5

Addiction help Medication options for addiction treatment — Are we trading one addiction for another?

Counseling Service of Addison County and The Addison County Committee on Opiate Addiction have teamed to put together a series of articles for our community this summer. Our hope is that this column offers information, support and hope for addiction recovery, specifically opiate addiction (heroin/painkillers).

This week’s writer is Jessi de Boer, who is a licensed alcohol and drug counselor and a licensed clinical mental health counselor, is coordinator of Adult Recovery Services at CSAC. ••••••• Medications are used to help support recovery for tobacco, alcohol and opiate addictions. Of course, the best way to avoid needing a medication for addiction treatment is to prevent addiction in the beginning. Remember to talk to your loved ones about family history, talk to your doctor about potential addiction risks with medication, discard old medications appropriately and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need support.

We have shared a great deal of information about opiate addiction and how it is treated. Suboxone is the name of a medication used in Medication Assisted Treatment for opiate addiction recovery (the generic name is Buprenorphine).

Medications combined with therapy and life style change have shown to be the best treatment for life-long, persistent diseases like Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Disease. Addiction also responds best to this type of treatment.

For Type 2 Diabetes medications are taken in combination with a plan to change life style including increased exercise and diet plan-

Letter (Continued from Page 4) lum” is also excellent especially if this means extension to the entire community, across the Mt. Abe campus, and deep into a hands-on and minds-on learning experience.

Let’s do something superb here that is grounded in and models the virtues of wholeness, gratitude, ingenuity, simplicity, beauty, prudence and compassion while tangibly drawing upon and modeling our culture’s collective wisdom and more. Let’s not rush the process or break the bank. This whole process is the educational experience we need.

David Brynn Bristol

ning. For addiction medication helps to heal the brain so that the person in recovery can work on life style changes such as making new friends, going new places and trying new substance free-activities.

For someone who has diabetes it is tough to stay away from the ice cream and candies at times… they might find just as people who have addiction do that the medication helps but they also need to change where they go and what they do to feel better.

Suboxone is a medication that helps some of the physical symptoms of this disease so that people can focus on making those social changes. Suboxone helps with craving for other opiates and it prevents those horrible withdrawal symptoms similar to food poisoning mixed with the flu that people with opiate addiction experience.

When the cravings and sickness are under control the person with addiction can focus on therapy and changing their lifestyle.

When we think about tobacco use it is very common to quit with the support of nicotine patches or gum. Those options are a mediation assisted treatment for nicotine. Some people can quit on their own and never go back to smoking; others greatly benefit from the medication and see long-term recovery with the help of medication.

Some people are worried that medications are simply replac-

ing one drug for another. Here in Addison County Counseling Service of Addison County (CSAC) and Porter Medical Center have partnered to provide medication assisted treatment at Bristol Internal Medicine. This program requires counseling, random drug testing, medication counts and regular doctor visits. When this treatment is done well it really is not replacing one drug for another.

It is replacing use with treatment.

This program also provides Vivitrol and naloxone, two medications that also help with addiction. This medication is not just another drug when combined with intensive treatment for lifestyle change.

There are some people who have addiction who take this medication long-term. Just like with diabetes and heart disease we offer the medication as long as it is needed for best treatment. We would never say to a person who has Type 2 Diabetes, “Get your diet and exercise under control and in six months, no more insulin.” In fact, many people with chronic allergies, high blood pressure and heart disease are on medication treatments for the rest of their life. This disease can be similar for some people.

There are medication supports for addictions to tobacco, alcohol and opiates (painkillers/heroin).

For more information or for help today go online to addictionhelpvt. com

Letters to the Editor Some dams no longer necessary We’re mid-stride through the summer and many Vermonters are drawn to our waterways. Our rivers provide visitors and residents alike with a bounty of recreational opportunities: swimming, fishing and boating. But, some Vermont rivers harbor unnecessary safety risks in the form of deadbeat dams that no longer serve any useful purpose.

Built to power the mills of our industrial past, many of these small dams are no longer properly maintained and some have been abandoned. Worse still, we don’t even know where they all are.

What we do know is that today Vermont has more than 1,000 dams with hundreds of those serving no useful purpose. In fact, it’s quite the opposite — unused dams not only pose a threat to recreationists, but block fish passage, degrade the health of our rivers and streams, and cause flooding when they fail without providing any benefits, such as flood protection or energy production.

That’s why I’m excited that five dams are scheduled to be removed across the state in the next three months. Twenty-one dams have been removed from our rivers in as many years, but five in one year is a record. These removal projects in East Burke, East Highgate, Dummerston, West Fairlee and West Windsor are a significant step forward for Vermont. Hats off to the Connecticut River Conservancy, Northern Forest Canoe Trail, Southern Windsor County Regional Planning Commission, and the various state and federal agencies, private dam owners, and funders

who have worked to make these removals happen.

Looking ahead, it’s clear Vermont has the opportunity to continue this good work to better protect our communities and valuable river habitats. Vermont Natural Resources Council, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and others, is working to identify and prioritize dams in the Lake Champlain basin whose removal will not only provide greater public access for recreation, but also restore fish habitat, improve flood resilience, and make our rivers more healthy for all. Dam owners interested in removing dams on their property can learn more at freevtrivers.org.

However, to remove deadbeat dams, we first have to know where they are and what shape they’re in.

Next winter, the Vermont Legislature will once again consider H.92, a bill that will make it possible to identify where dams are, require that they are inspected, and provide owners with the information they need to decide whether to maintain the dam so it’s safe or remove it.

Call or email your elected officials to let them know you support H.92 and expect them to help safeguard the health and vitality of Vermont rivers for generations to come.

Brian Fitzgerald Montpelier Editor’s note: Brian Fitzgerald is Dam Project Coordinator at Vermont Natural Resources Council and coordinator of the Vermont Dam Task Force, a group dedicated to restoring Vermont’s rivers by removing or modifying dams.

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Obituaries

ADDISON COUNTY

Annette Hamlin 79, Middlebury MIDDLEBURY — Annette M. Hamlin, 79, passed peacefully on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, surrounded by her loving husband, children, grandchildren and goddaughter Ellie at Porter Medical Center. She was born December 20, 1937 in Burlington, Vt., the daughter of Joseph and Madeline (Provost) Martin.

Annette dedicated her life to the education of children. She held a bachelor’s degree from Castleton State College and a master’s degree in education from UVM. She taught elementary school in the Addison County School District for many happy years building lasting relationships with students and colleagues alike. She was deeply respected by parents and community members.

Annette was an active member of St. Mary’s Parish for over 50 years.

She was an avid sports fan and great supporter of local teams. She was incredibly dedicated to her family and cherished the time she spent with her many grand and great grandchildren.

After retirement, she and husband Paul enjoyed spending their time with family in Vermont, Florida and Idaho.

Annette is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years Paul Hamlin, and her five children: Paul (Marybeth) of Pensacola, Fla., Jeannie (Randy) and Suzie (Terry) of Salisbury, Vt., Bill (Jackie) and Rob (Gwen) of Boise, Idaho; siblings Joe Martin, Carleen (David) Landry; grandchildren Randy Jr., Virginia, Rick, Bryan, Samantha, Mandy, Cassie, Kenny, Alyssa, Tyler and Taylor and ten great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents, brothers Bobby and Reggie and a sister Joyce.

Calling hours were held on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 4-7 p.m. at Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home, 117 South Main St., Middlebury.

A mass of christian burial was held on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 326 College St., Middlebury, VT at 8AM. The Rev. Luke Austin will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may

ANNETTE M. HAMLIN

JUDY ALBRIGHT’S PASTEL painting “Blossoms on Main Street” recently received a Special Merit Category award in Light Space & Time Onbe made in memory of Annette Hamlin line Art Gallery’s show “The 7th Annual Botanical & Floral Art Exhibition.”

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Middlebury streets to be swept

MIDDLEBURY — Town of Middlebury workers are scheduled to clean streets this week.

Street sweeping in the downtown area will take place Monday-Friday,

Aug. 21-25, weather permitting.

Work hours will be from 9 p.m.-5 a.m.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to refrain from overnight

parking on downtown area streets.

Those with questions or concerns are asked to contact the town of Middlebury Highway Department at 388-4045.

Mill Street parking lot to be closed for six days

MIDDLEBURY — The Mill Street Parking Lot in downtown Middlebury will be closed from Monday, Aug. 24, through Tuesday, Aug. 29, so work on the continued improvements to the parking lot can continue. These

improvements include new lighting installation, stormwater upgrades, fresh landscaping and paving.

Town officials said this work will result in heightened noise and truck traffic along with parking impacts.

The actual paving will be scheduled at a later date after all other work has been completed.

Questions and concerns should be directed to the town of Middlebury Highway Department at 388-4045.

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Artist Albright wins two awards

MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury artist and teacher Judy Albright received two awards in Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery’s August 2017 show, “The 7th Annual Botanical & Floral Art Exhibition.”

Albright’s award for her pastel painting “Blossoms on Main Street” was in the Special Merit Category. Her painting ”Bee Still” received a Special Recognition Award.

This international art competition received submissions from 17 different countries and from 37 different states.

Overall, 720 entries were judged. To view the online art exhibition follow this link: www.lightspacetime.art/botanicaland-floral-art-exhibition-august-2017.

All participating winners of the competition have their artwork exposed and promoted online through the online

gallery and through social media to thousands of visitors each month.

Albright recently moved to Middlebury from Connecticut, where she was director of The Gallery @ the SHS in the town of Sharon. She served on the boards of the Housatonic Valley Art Association and the Kent Art Association, where she is an elected member. She also taught drawing and painting at The Northlight Art Center.

Locally, one of her paintings was recently accepted into the juried show “The Color of Light” at the Edgewater Gallery. Currently, her artwork can be seen at Deppman Law, also in Middlebury.

For more information and to view her artwork go to www.judyalbrightart.com.

She can be reached at 802-989-7644 or at judyalbright@snet.net.

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THE TOWN HALL Theater Young Company has been preparing a production of “School for Scandal” over the last couple of weeks. The show, a Restoration Comedy, will open Tuesday at 7 p.m. with an additional show at the same time Wednesday night. Seen here rehearsing last Friday morning are, above, Gianna Kiehl, left, Talin Teague, Merry Kimble and Sophie Pope McCright; Akhila Khanna and Jack Desbois, left; and Kiehl and Teague, right.

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quest of the Lake Champlain Heritage area.

Age Well senior luncheon in Middlebury. Friday, Aug. 25, noon, Rosie’s, 886 Route 7 South. Arrive Historical Society Meeting in Annual rummage sale and flea after 11:30. Picnic Platter featuring roast chicken Monkton. Monday, Aug. 21, 7 p.m., market in Vergennes. Wednesday, and assorted side salads. Yellow cake with Monkton Town Hall. Have photos from Aug. 23, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., St. Peter’s Catholic hard sauce for dessert. Advanced reservations the last half of the 20th century? Come scan Church, 85 South Maple St. Items are full price. required. Call Michelle at 802-377-1419. $5 donathem and share your stories. Society members, Sale continues Thursday, Friday and Saturday. tion does not include gratuity. Open to anyone age Monkton residents, and others 60 and up. with photos and stories to tell Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival in about their Monkton photos Middlebury. Friday, Aug. 25, at venues around are encouraged to attend. For town. middfilmfest.org. more info call 802-482-2277 or Arts Walk in Vergennes.

TAI CHI YANG CLASSES — Tai Chi Yang 24 at Holley Hall Friday, Aug. 25, 5-8 p.m. Art email monktonmhs@gmail.com.

Pie and ice cream social in in Bristol, Tuesdays from 10-11am, Sept. 12, 2017 to Mar on view and for sale at particiVergennes. Monday, Aug. 21, locations throughout 27, 2018. Tai Chi for Beginners at Holley Hall in Bristol, pating 6-8 p.m., Vergennes City Park. downtown Vergennes, includTuesdays from 11:30am-12:30pm, Sept 12, 2017 to Mar 27, ing all along Main St. AfterEnjoy homemade pies topped with vanilla ice cream and a cold 2018. Tai Chi for Beginners at Middlebury Recreation Center hours events at art galleries beverage while listening to the on Fridays from 11am-12pm, Sept. 15, 2017 to Nov 30, 2017. and local businesses invite Vergennes City Band perform to explore this walk Tai Chi Sun-Style 73 Forms at Middlebury Recreation Center you live. Cost $6. Proceeds benefit able historic downtown. on Fridays from 1-2pm, Sept. 15, 2017 to Nov 30, 2017. All Browse shops, antiques the Champlain Valley Christian School. For more info call Martha classes are free of charge. For info contact Susan Wallis at and artwork. Information at 802-349-0229.

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453-5600 or email swallis@wcvt.com.

Artist’s Reception in Brandon. Friday, Aug. 25, 5-7 p.m., Compass Music For more info call 802-877-2367. and Arts Center, 333 Jones Dr. Show opening and Justin Perdue jazz quartet in Middlebury. reception for “Susan Bull Riley: Natural Affection,” Wednesday, Aug. 23, 6 p.m., new park corner a collection of paintings of the natural beauties of South Main and College streets. Part of the in Riley’s surroundings. The exhibit runs through Middlebury Community Music Center/Better October.

Middlebury Partnership Concerts in the Park Table of Grace free meal in Vergennes. Friday, Aug. series. Free.

25, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Aikido Yoshokai demonstration in Brandon.

Church. The menu will include hamburgers, Wednesday, Aug. 23, 6 p.m., behind the Brandon hotdogs, potato salad, broccoli salad and dessert.

Inn. More info at brandon.org.

Come and bring your friends. Free.

Creative Writing Workshop in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Aug. 23, 6-8 p.m., Community Vergennes Day kick-off street dance in Vergennes. Friday, Aug. 25, 7-10 p.m., Vergennes Room, Ilsley Public Library. Hosted by the City Park. Join us for a street dance featuring The Middlebury Chapter of the Burlington Writers Hitmen.

Workshop — a respectful, engaged group of writers welcoming all skill levels and genres. Vermont food featured on INSP Television Network. Friday, Aug. 25, 8 p.m., on Comcast Participants share each other’s work and help channel 264, DirecTV channel 364, or Dish cultivate, inspire, and strengthen individual craft. channel 259. Taylor Hicks tastes his way across More info at MelBach7@gmail.com.

Vermont in the second season of “State Plate.”

Mad Mountain Scramblers in Brandon.

Hicks explores cheese, maple syrup, common Wednesday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m., behind the Brandon crackers, fiddleheads and apple pie.

Inn. Mad River Valley’s premier bluegrass band.

Part of the Brandon Summer Music series. Free.

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Marijuana legalization talk in Vergennes.

Wednesday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m., Bixby Library, 258 Annual rummage sale and flea Main St. Vergennes. Police Chief George Merkel market in Vergennes. Saturday, will discuss some of the challenges and health Aug. 26, 8-10 a.m., St. Peter’s Catholic risks of legalization and how it might affect public Church, 85 South Maple St. Come take what’s safety. left. Donations welcome. For more info call Town Hall Theater’s Young Company perfor802-877-2367. mance in Middlebury. Wednesday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m., Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. “The School Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival in Middlebury. Saturday, Aug. 26, at venues around For Scandal” is a fun cross between “Gossip Girl” town. middfilmfest.org. and “I Love Lucy.” It’s a comedy with the perfect VERGENNES POLICE CHIEF George dose of wit, confusions, gossips and insults. Soldiers Atop the Mount in Orwell. Saturday, Merkel will give his perspective on the Aug. 26, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Mount Independence Tickets are $10, $5 for children 12 and under. thorny issue of marijuana legalization State Historic Site, 497 Mt. Independence Rd. Contact the theater for tickets or more info at on Thursday, Aug. 24, at 7 p.m., at the Re-enactors take over the Mount, honoring the 802-388-1436.

Bixby Library.

240th anniversary of the American, British, and German occupation of 1777. Includes interactive “walkabout” on trails and grounds and reading of the Declaration of Independence. Activities for children. Call 802-948-2000 for details.

Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival in Middlebury. Thursday, Aug. Strong Ground 5K walk in Orwell. Saturday, Aug. Farewell Reception in Middlebury.

26, 9:30-1 p.m., Mount Independence State 24, at venues around town. middfilmfest.

Tuesday, Aug. 22, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Ilsley Historic Site, 497 Mt. Independence Rd. Enjoy the org.

Public Library Lobby, Main St. Come to this trail system and support this fundraiser for educaAnnual rummage sale and flea market in coffee and Danish reception to thank departing tion and special programming efforts by participatVergennes. Thursday, Aug. 24, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., library director Kevin Unrath and wish him good ing in this 5K walk. $20 fee includes commemoraSt. Peter’s Catholic Church, 85 South Maple St. luck. tive t-shirt, admission to Soldiers Atop the Mount, Items are half price. Sale continues Friday and Political Luncheon in Middlebury. Tuesday, Aug. and a simple lunch. Pre-registration suggested.

Saturday. For more info call 802-877-2367.

22, 12:30-2:30 p.m., Community Room, EastView Call 802-948-2000 for details. at Middlebury. Middlebury College Professor Matt 36th Annual Vergennes Day in Vergennes.

Dickinson will lead a discussion on political topics.

Saturday, Aug. 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pancake Bring your own lunch or buy from our Bistro. Cash breakfast, crafters, music, children’s venue, horse or check accepted. drawn wagon rides, Lions Club chicken BBQ, Annual rummage sale and flea Town Hall Theater’s Young Company perforRubber Duckie race. Sponsored by the Addison market in Vergennes. Friday, Aug. 25, mance in Middlebury. Tuesday, Aug. 22, 7 p.m., County Chamber of Commerce and the City of 9 a.m.-7 p.m., St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Town Hall Theater, Middlebury. “The School For Vergennes. vergennesday.com.

85 South Maple St. Bring a bag to fill. Sale continScandal” is a fun cross between “Gossip Girl” and CANCELLED – Warren Kimble talk in Brandon. ues Saturday. For more info call 802-877-2367.

“I Love Lucy.” It’s a comedy with the perfect dose Saturday, Aug. 26, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Brandon Lake Champlain Quest Guide Tour in Addison. of wit, confusions, gossips and insults. Tickets are Artists Guild, 7 Center St. This talk was cancelled.

Friday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Chimney Point $10, $5 for children 12 and under. Contact the State Historic Site, 8149 VT Route 17 W. Join Jim Fifth annual art festival in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, theater for tickets or more info at 802-388-1436.

Aug. 26, 3-8 p.m., Milkhaus, 888 Botsford Rd. Brangan, Assistant Director of Champlain Valley Design to Table sponsors this open competition to National Heritage Partnership for special tour and

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A FAREWELL PARTY for Ilsley Library Director Kevin Unrath will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 22, from 8:30 -9:30 a.m. at the library in Middlebury.

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all kinds of artists, makers and creatives, music, food and drink all day. To submit a piece email name, medium, title and delivery date to designtotable@gmail.com. Submission fee $8.

DaddyLongLegs in Brandon. Saturday, Aug. 26, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Come see this trio of well-known Vermont musicians — David Gusakov, Rick Ceballos and Matt Witten — play celtic and “old-timey” melodies and early minstrel and jazz. Tickets are $20. A preconcert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. More info at 802-247-4295, info@brandon-music.net or brandon-music.net.

The Rumpus in Proctor. Come for an evening of live storytelling. Saturday, Aug. 26, 7 p.m., Wilson Castle, 2708 West Street, Proctor. Suggested $10 donation. All proceeds benefit the Wilson Castle Restoration Fund. More info at 802-773-3284 or wilsoncastle.com.

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All-you-can-eat Breakfast in Vergennes. Sunday, Aug. 27, 7:30-10 a.m., Masonic Lodge. Open to the public, all are welcome. $8 per person.

Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival in Middlebury. Sunday, Aug. 27, at venues around town. middfilmfest.org.

Soldiers Atop the Mount in Orwell. Sunday, Aug. 27, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Mount Independence State Historic Site, 497 Mt. Independence Rd. Re-enactors take over the Mount, honoring the 240th anniversary of the American, British, and German occupation of 1777. Activities for children. Call 802-948-2000 for details.

New Haven Union Church Service in New Haven. Sunday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m., New Haven Union Church, at corner of East St. and River Rd. Registered with National Historic Places, the Union Church will hold the second of two services this year The service will feature harpist Margie Beckoff, along with updates on the restoration.

Donations can be made for the church’s restoration. More info contact Donna at 802-877-2712.

Vegan fare share in Bristol. Sunday, Aug. 27, 3-5 p.m., Seventh Day Adventist Church, 839 Rocky Dale Rd. Bring your favorite vegan dish with the recipe and share it with other vegan community folk. There will be a short presentation. Limited seating. RSVP to Helen at 802-453-6188.

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An evening of local talent in Brandon. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 7 p.m., behind the Brandon Inn. Part of the Brandon Summer Music series. Free. More info at brandon.org.

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Picture the history

MONKTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S next meeting, on Monday, Aug. 21, 7 p.m., invites society members, Monkton residents, and others to bring their historical photos, such as this one of Hattie and Ed Douglas and their son Solli in front of their house on Mountain Rd. in Monkton, to be scanned and to share stories of historical Monkton.

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Chief Gibbs salute in Bristol.

Thursday, Aug. 31, 3-4:30 p.m., Bristol Police Department, Bristolworks, Building 6, Suite 603. A retirement open house in honor of retiring Police Chief Kevin Gibbs.

Twist O’ Wool spinning guild in Middlebury.

Thursday, Aug. 31, 7 p.m., American Legion, 49 Wilson Rd. A show and tell followed by a general meeting and spin/knit-in. All are welcome. More info at 802-453-5960.

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Starline Rhythm Boys on stage in New Haven. Friday, Sept. 1, 6-8 p.m., Lincoln Peak Winery, 142 River Rd. Vintage country and rockabilly. 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.

“Rogue One” on screen in Vergennes. Friday, Sept 1, 6:30 p.m., Bixby Library, 258 Main St. Part of Bixby’s Friday Night Movie series. Free admission, free popcorn. Rated PG-13.

Point CounterPoint faculty concert in Middlebury.

Friday, Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m., at Middlebury Congregational Church. Handicap accessible.

Request of good will donation.

Auditions for Brandon Has Talent in Brandon.

Friday, Sept. 1, 6-8 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. If you like to sing, play an instrument, dance, play

in a band or have a special talent, don’t miss this opportunity to perform on your Town Hall stage.

A showcase of talent — no judges, no prizes. To schedule an audition call 802-247-5420.

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Town Wide Yard Sale in Shoreham.

Saturday, Sept. 2, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Maps available at Half Way House Restaurant, Shoreham Service Center (Maplefield’s), and the Shoreham Congregational Church.

Bring your mushrooms foray in Orwell. Saturday, Sept. 2, 10 a.m.-noon, Mount Independence State Historic Site, 497 Mt. Independence Rd. Back at the Mount by popular demand, the public is invited to bring mushrooms for identification by mycologist Sue Van Hook. Sort and learn how to identify common edible and medicinal fungi, venture onto the trials to see what is fruiting, or a bit of both. All ages welcome. Bring a hand lens or magnifying glass, if you have one. Lens available to share.

Co-sponsored by Mount Independence Coalition.

Auditions for Brandon Has Talent in Brandon.

Saturday, Sept. 2, 2-4 p.m., Brandon Town Hall.

If you like to sing, play an instrument, dance, play in a band or have a special talent, don’t miss this opportunity to perform on your Town Hall stage.

A showcase of talent — no judges, no prizes. To schedule an audition call 802-247-5420.

The Press Gang in Ripton. Saturday, Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House, Route 125, Ripton. Doors open at 7 p.m. Open mic begins at 7:30 followed by the featured performers. $10 general admission, $15 generous admission

and $3 for kids under 12. More info at rcch.org or 802-388-9782.

R.D. King live in Brandon. Saturday, Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd. Boston’s R.D. King brings his acoustic guitar fuse pop melodies, metal rhythms, folk fingerstyle and hints of jazz harmony to the Brandon Music stage.

Tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. More info at 802-247-4295, info@brandon-music. net or brandon-music.net.

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VFW breakfast in Middlebury.

Sunday, Sept. 3, 8-10 a.m., VFW, 530 Exchange St. All-you-can-eat. Adults/$9, Children $4.50. Open to the public.

Hike into History in Orwell. Sunday, Sept. 3, 1-3 p.m., Mount Independence State Historic Site, 497 Mt. Independence Rd. On this guided tour, walk in the footsteps of Revolutionary War soldiers. Wear walking shoes and dress for the weather.

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Labor Day Celebration with Bernie Sanders in Middlebury. Monday, Sept.

4, 4-7 p.m., Middlebury town green. Join U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders and local and statewide speakers and musicians for a celebration as Rights and Democracy launches its People’s

Platform for Vermont. Co-sponsored by Vermont AFL-CIO. Music by A2VT and Mimi Bain Family and Friends. Catering by Mama Dogs Catering food truck and Lulu’s ice cream. More info contact Ellen Oxfeld ellenoxfeld@yahoo.com or Jill Charbonneau 802-595-5354.

LIVEMUSIC Vergennes City Band in Vergennes. Monday, Aug. 21, 7 p.m., City Park.

Justin Perdue Jazz Quartet in Middlebury.

Wednesday, Aug. 23, 6 p.m., new town park.

Mad Mountain Scramblers in Brandon.

Wednesday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m., behind the Brandon Inn. Bristol Town Band in Bristol. Wednesday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m., on the town green.

DaddyLongLegs in Brandon. Saturday, Aug. 26, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

DJ Jam Man in Middlebury. Saturday, Aug. 26, 9 p.m., Two Brother’s Tavern, lounge.

Bristol Town Band in Bristol. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 7 p.m., on the town green.

Moose Crossing in Middlebury. Friday, Sept. 1, 9 p.m., Two Brother’s Tavern, lounge.

The Press Gang in Ripton. Saturday, Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

Station Mountain Band in Middlebury. Saturday, Sept. 2, 9 p.m., Two Brother’s Tavern, lounge.

R.D. King in Brandon. Saturday, Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

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Young actors performing ‘School for Scandal’ at THT “The School For Scandal” by coaching the cast in restoration restoration playwright Richard acting. Kiehl spent the last year in Brinsley Sheridan will be presented London mastering the style and has at THT Tuesday, Aug. 22 and great insight into the form.

Wednesday, Aug. 23, at 7 p.m. by “It is very different from plays we THT’s Young Company. This is the have done so far. It is complicated but second Young Company production also funny and witty,” says Sophie of the summer following on the Pope McCright who is in her fifth heels of “Annie.” The THT Young Company comedy will be directed production. Alongside

by THT’s Education Kiehl and McCright Director Lindsay Pontius the cast includes: Jack and Kendra Gratton.

Desbois, Merry Kimble, The Young Company Theo Wells-Spackman, acting ensemble ranges Jack Wallace, Akhila

by Greg Pahl Khanna, Katie Isham, in age from 12 to 25, and all the young actors Anders Bright, Cathy are learning the style of Dyer, Griffin Schneider, restoration comedy, including the Talin Teague, Devyn Pratt and language of fans and gestures. The Andrew Trombley. company is spending a lot of time Tickets are $10 for adult and $5 developing the vocal capacity to for ages 12 and under. Tickets may handle deceptively flowery language be purchased at townhalltheater. that is actually full of gossip and org, 802-382-9222, at the THT insults. box office, or at the door Monday“This play is really fun with Saturday, noon-5 p.m. or one hour characters named Lady Sneerwell before show time. and Benjamin Backbite,” says DADDYLONGLEGS AT director Lindsay Pontius. “We are BRANDON MUSIC having a ball adapting the restoration DaddyLongLegs is the confluence style to a more modern approach. It’s of three well-known Vermont like Gossip Girl meets I Love Lucy.” musicians whose talents merge Gianna Kiehl, who is in her third to form a highly original acoustic year at London Academy of Music trio. David Gusakov, Rick Ceballos and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is and Matt Witten infuse catchy

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THT’S YOUNG COMPANY will stage “The School for Scandal” on Tuesday, Aug. 22 and Wednesay, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall Theater.

folk songs, Celtic and “old-timey” melodies and early minstrel and jazz pieces with passion and intricacy.

Catch the playful and dynamic trio at Brandon Music on Saturday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m.

Playing fiddle, viola, banjo, gourd banjo, piano, guitar, percussion and vocals, DaddyLongLegs creates vibrant, sensitive and surprising 21st-century folk music.

Rick Ceballos is a banjo and button accordion player who has been playing and promoting traditional folk music in the Champlain Valley

JASON CHIN’S “GRAVITY” is just one of the work by Vermont author/illustrators showcased at the Sheldon Museum from now through Oct. 15, as part of the “Draw Me a Story – Tell Me A Tale” exhibit.

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for over 25 years. He has performed solo and with various groups.

David Gusakov arrived in Vermont in 1973 and has been playing music in the state fulltime ever since. A long-time member of the Vermont Symphony Orchestra, he has explored a variety of other genres with any number of ensembles.

Matt Witten began his performing career on the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater with Pete Seeger and a bunch of other sailors and enviros.

Witten’s main gig is with the Swing Peepers, who carry on the tradition of earth-friendly songs for families in Vermont and surrounding states.

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. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road in Brandon.

COMPASS OPENS NEW EXHIBIT: NATURAL AFFECTION Susan Bull Riley’s new exhibit at the Compass Music and Arts Center in Brandon, “Natural Affection,” opens on Friday, August 25, with a

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The exhibit reflects three facets of Riley’s work: a love of botanical watercolor, a bottomless affection for birds, and a need to release, via art, the intensity of her affection for the landscapes of her native state.

She reveals just enough detail to focus the eye and illustrate the exquisite play of light in the natural world, be it on petals or feathers, or in a larger landscape.

Riley’s paintings have received honors in regional, national and international galleries and institutions. Her work can be found in public and private collections in this country and beyond.

The exhibit, which runs through October 28, is free. The Compass Music and Arts Center is located in Park Village at 333 Jones Drive in Brandon (Park Village used to be the Brandon Training School, located 1.5 miles north of downtown Brandon off Arnold District Road.).

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“MUSIC AT THE RIVERBEND” IN BRANDON The Brandon Area Chamber of Commerce’s “Music at the Riverbend” summer concert series (See Arts Beat, Page 11)

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Cosmic Forecast DADDYLONGLEGS will delight the ears on Saturday, Aug. 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Brandon Music.

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) continues at 7 p.m. this Wednesday, Aug. 23, with The Mad Mountain Scramblers on the lawn behind the Brandon Inn, located at 20 Park Street in Brandon.

The Mad Mountain Scramblers are the Mad River Valley’s premier bluegrass band, composed of band members Jayson Fulton (lead vocal, bass), Hollace Pratt (lead mandolin, vocals), John Bridgewater (guitar, vocals), Rick Sysco (rhythm mandolin, vocals, whistles) and Ben Larrow (banjo).

There will also be an Aikido Yoshokai Demonstration at 6 p.m.

Enjoy a diverse musical menu, the sweet sounds of the Neshobe River and the summer nights. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and a picnic, or pick up dinner from local eateries; many will be offering concert specials.

Beer and wine will be available for purchase, No BYOB permitted.

These concerts, which will be happening every Wednesday night in August, are free, thanks to generous donations from community members and area businesses. For more information visit brandon.org.

MIDDLEBURY EXHIBIT CELEBRATES VERMONT AUTHORS AND ARTISTS The Sheldon Museum’s current exhibit, “Draw Me a Story—Tell Me a Tale,” celebrates the creativity of 20 remarkable Vermont children’s book artists/authors.

They vary in age, background, experience, and style, but all have chosen to live in Vermont, finding inspiration from the state’s landscape, agriculture, village life and friendly neighbors. They also draw inspiration from their own

childhood memories, as well as more recent experiences with their children and grandchildren. A child’s imagination is limitless and these artists/authors perfectly capture the whimsy of possibility. The exhibit runs through October 15.

Admission to the Museum is $5 adults; $3 youth (6-18); $4.50 seniors; $12 family; $5 Research Center. For more information call 388-2117 or visit our website: HenrySheldonMuseum.org.

The Museum is located at One Park Street in downtown Middlebury across from the Ilsley Library.

Museum hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.; Research Center hours: Thursday and Friday 1-5 p.m. or by appointment.

LIVE MUSIC AT TWO BROTHERS TAVERN There will be one live musical performance this week at Two Brothers Tavern located at 86 Main Street in Middlebury. Join Two Brothers every Wednesday at 9 p.m. for The Open Mic, an evening of music, comedy or anything else. Alternately hosted by Mark Sikora and Kai Stanley, come cheer on your friends or let loose on the stage. It’s free to enter and there is no cover charge. For additional information, call 388-0002.

MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES The Middlebury Community Music Center will be presenting a performance by Justin Perdue (jazz guitar) and his Jazz Quartet at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23, in the new park in Middlebury (near the traffic circle where the old town offices used to be). This performance is part of the Better Middlebury Partnership Music and Movies in the Park Series. It’s free.

SUSAN BULL RILEY’S nature-inspired painting will be on display at Compass Music and Arts Center from Aug. 25 through Oct. 28. An opening reception will be held on Aug. 25 from 5-7 p.m.

ARIES: March 21-April 20. Aries, even though you need to concentrate, do not turn up the intensity so much that it becomes stressful. Take a break every now and then to unwind and get away.

TAURUS: April 21May 21. Taurus, you are eager to listen and learn, but you also want to create your own experiences and share them with others.

Find a balance between being a teacher and a student.

GEMINI: May 22-June 21. Gemini, you excel at thinking through decisions before making them. This careful approach tends to work in your favor, but some decisions can be made more quickly than others.

CANCER: June 22-July 22. Cancer, an important decision must be made in the very near future.

Your judgement may be clouded by extraneous information, so try to block unnecessary noise.

LEO: July 23-Aug. 23.

You are at a turning point in your life and now may be a good time to make a few key changes, Leo. They may involve making new friends or exploring a new career.

VIRGO: Aug. 24-Sept.

22. Virgo, even if you have a lot to get done, you will be able to make decisions on your feet and adapt as the situation calls for it this week. Changes can come about quickly.

LIBRA: Sept. 23-Oct. 23. Actively explore any impulses you may have over the next few days, Libra. You may not have the freedom for such exploration beyond this week, so act soon.

SCORPIO: Oct. 24Nov. 22. Scorpio, some time relaxing seems like the ideal scenario right now. But you’re not prone to sitting still too long.

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CAPRICORN: Dec. 22-Jan. 20. Capricorn, now may seem like a good time to allow your imagination to run wild, especially if the going gets tough. However, you need to be fully present this week.

AQUARIUS: Jan. 21-Feb. 18. Optimism is always good, Aquarius. But you may need to look at all sides of the situation right now if you are to make an informed choice about something important.

PISCES: Feb. 19-March 20. Pisces, if you are having difficulty asking for something you desire, practice what you want to say and test out your delivery on a friend.

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varied products and customer types and a different threshold for loss so it’s hard to predict how the larger project will ultimately affect businesses,” she said. “However, I was very encouraged by the community support that we saw during this period and I have no reason to believe that the desire to support our local businesses will go away.”

She believes the temporary bridges installation has given the town a chance to “test out a few ideas” — such as the Aug. 2 block party, information booth and free shuttle.

“I think we’re now coming into the bigger project with an advantage and we’ll be looking for many more ways to get people into the stores and restaurants.” Duguay said.

Work next spring will include construction of a drainage system for the railroad bed. That work will largely take place at the site of the former Lazarus building at the intersection of Main Street and Printers Alley. Work will include construction of two catch basins (one in Triangle Park, the other in the railroad right of way), a drainage retaining pit and related micro-tunneling at a depth of more than 30 feet that will lead to the Otter Creek, according to Gish.

Also planned for next year is construction of a temporary access road to the rear of the Battell Block and the undergrounding of overhead utilities in the vicinity of Printer’s Alley and the Lazarus building.

Gish said the town will work closely with the Vermont Agency of Transportation and Kubricky to try to keep Printer’s Alley open to pedestrian traffic through the threeyear project.

Crews next spring are expected to be on the job from around 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the work week, Gish said.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

Rail bridge

(Continued from Page 1) on Main Street.

Dayton said the town’s Aug. 2 street party — which included expanded business hours and a raffle — provided a little boost, but unfortunately didn’t offset the losses brought on by construction detours and loss of area parking.

Meanwhile, Town Hall Theater Executive Director Doug Anderson said the THT didn’t miss a beat during the project, which concluded on Aug. 12.

“Attendance was high for our productions and summer classes — we even sold out two nights of ‘Annie!’” Anderson said. “(Local project liaison) Jim Gish and the construction crew were in constant contact and went to great lengths to schedule bridge work around our more important events. We didn’t hear a single construction sound TRAFFIC IS AGAIN flowing through downtown Middlebury now that the Main Street and Merchants Row during a performance all summer (above} temporary bridges are complete. long. ” Independent photo/Trent Campbell Those views are reflective of what Gish said were mixed reports from merchants regarding bridge The Diner on Merchants Row. package. and saying ‘Please stay open.’ project impacts.

He said his restaurant’s revenues “I wish I could express sunny Some anonymous, some I know.”

“It was not a black-and-white dipped around 50 percent during optimism about the future and I Karen Duguay is coordinator of story, from my perspective,” Gish the temporary rail bridges project. know I sound like a broken record, the Better Middlebury Partnership, said. “I talked to just about every Potential customers found it hard but the unavoidable truth is that we an organization that advocates for merchant several times during the to get to the restaurant because of can’t survive 10 weeks of that kind downtown businesses. course of the three weeks… Some construction-related of impact,” Dayton “It sounds like several businesses had good sales, some held their detours and a shortage “It was not a said. “It’s neither got through the construction period own, and some were hit hard by of parking, according reasonable nor without a noticeable loss in business, black-and-white the closure. It depended a lot on to Roesch. rational to expect while some others saw a pretty the type of business and physical “People seemed story, from my the community to big decrease in their day-to-day,” location.” confused about where perspective… Some sustain the support she said of the post-construction Gish said he and others involved to go,” he said. they gave on one feedback she has received. “So (merchants) had with the project are putting together He voiced good sales, some (Aug. 2) evening far, we haven’t identified any real a “portfolio” of ideas to help frustration that the held their own, and over the course pattern or thread to determine why soften the economic blow when precious few spaces of that many there was so much variation.” construction begins next spring on on nearby South some were hit hard weeks. I’ve had Duguay anticipates similar mixed the 360-foot tunnel that will replace Pleasant Street by the closure.” lots of wonderful results after the tunnel project kicks — Jim Gish customers express off. the Main Street and Merchants Row were often occupied bridges. Downtown merchants are by the vehicles of a commitment to “Each of the downtown merchants particularly concerned about a 10- construction workers ‘do their part,’ has their own business model, week period during the summer of toiling on the Merchants Row and I certainly don’t want to various number of employees, 2020 when both roads will be closed bridge or on a separate renovation diminish their admirable intentions, for the most intensive construction. project in the Battell Block. but I won’t back down from the Gish is optimistic about the While he knew he was going to position that survival — for all future given what he’s seen so far take a financial hit, Roesch kept The of us — is going to require direct in the way of volunteerism and Diner open through construction compensation from the project adaptability. Fifty-four different largely out of loyalty to his budget for some portion of our people took twoemployees. He’s not losses.” hour shifts in sure if he’ll be able John Melanson is owner of “I wish I could an information to do the same thing Carol’s Hungry Mind Café on booth set up to express sunny during the 10-week Merchants Row. He recently guide people optimism about the crunch in 2020. completed a Q&A for the to downtown future… but the “It might make Independent in which he described d e s t i n a t i o n s unavoidable truth more sense for us the bridge project’s impacts and during the three- is that we can’t to close during that his strategy to meet the economic week project, period,” he said. challenge. He’s opened a second according to Gish. survive 10 weeks F o r t u n a t e l y , Carol’s location on the east side “ T h e of that kind of business at The of Route 7, a couple miles north of community as a impact… survival, Diner had returned to New Haven Junction. whole showed its for all of us, is going normal by Monday, “At the beginning (of the project), resilience in the to require direct according to Roesch. in June, sales were really down,” way it adapted And he said the Melanson said. “But this past (bout compensation from to road closures, change in traffic of construction) hasn’t been as bad. lane closures and the project budget pattern on Merchants It depends on how you look at it, the challenges of for some portion of Row (it is now one- because the summer is really when getting around our losses.” way east toward I make most of the money because town,” Gish Pleasant of tourism, and that was down. 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Kali 1 year, long hair, spayed female. Kali came to Homeward Bound with her siblings Nelix and Keiko because they were fearful of the dogs in their previous home. Kali is very shy and nervous here at the shelter, but is super sweet and loves to receive affection nonetheless! Her previous owner said she is an independent, playful, quiet gal. We think Kali would do well in a settled home with another cat!

Daryl 5 years, short hair, neutered male.

Meet Mr. Independent, or as we call him, Daryl. This ball of energy would probably be a stuntman in Hollywood – if he was human.

Daryl loves to explore every surface and spot in any room he enters. Once he finishes exploring, he prefers to lounge on top of high places. He also loves to climb and has been known to use humans as a climbing posts – nothing stops him! Although he can be a little skittish, Daryl is also friendly and fun. If you’re looking for a partner in crime, come meet Daryl!

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Mable came to Homeward Bound when her military family moved. They described Mable as affectionate, friendly, playful, and independent. They also said she likes to play with toys, chase bugs, and is quite vocal.

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Tip of the Week “Fake News” is everywhere these days. Politicians make up things about other politicians and people can decide whether to believe it or not. “Fake News” isn’t really new though. Humans have been making things up since we lived in caves.

Things like “the Earth is flat” and “storks deliver babies” and “bulls get mad when they see red.” Wait.

That thing about bulls, it’s true isn’t it? If you really want to know check out these “fake news” myths to learn the truth about bulls and other animals: If You Touch a Baby Bird It’s Mother Will Abandon It. Not true. Birds actually have a poor sense of smell and won’t even notice a human’s scent on their babies. However, it’s best to leave baby birds alone anyway. If you see a young bird on the ground it’s probably a fledgling learning to fly.

Its mother is nearby guarding it, feeding it and teaching it important survival lessons although she probably won’t come down until you go away.

Goldfish Have a Three-Second Memory Span. Not true. Research has shown that goldfish can recognize when the person who feeds them is present and can recognize the sounds associated with feeding time. They’ve even learned how to operate tiny levers. All of these activities require a memory span of much more than three seconds.

You Can’t Teach an Old Dog New Tricks. Not true either. With kind, consistent training even a senior citizen pooch can learn things like sit, stay, come and lie down. Spend 15 minutes training your dog once or twice a day every day for 2-3 weeks and he’ll catch on. Some treat rewards will give him added incentive.

Touching a Frog Will Give You Warts. People think that because frogs and toads have bumps on their bodies that look like warts they can “catch warts” from them.

But that’s not true. People get warts from a human virus that has nothing to do with frogs or toads.

However, toads do have a poisonfilled wart-like bump behind their ears that makes them taste bad to predators. That poison can sometimes irritate human skin so it’s best to leave toads alone. Besides, frogs and toads don’t like people touching them anyway.

Bulls Get Mad When They See Red. Finally, getting back to the truth about bulls — the thing that really makes a bull mad enough to

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Sustainability

Taborri Bruhl’s Keys to Sustainability

to run electricity the quarter mile the family first moved to Vermont (Continued from Page 1) • Use renewable energy rather than fossil fuels To better delve into those to their house or for the same initial in 2003 (the Bruhls have three • Live in smaller, energy-efficient homes questions, he started a blog: cost they could install wind and children, now age 13, 17 and 19), • Farm sustainably “Sustainable Us. Seeking a better solar — and never see another bill.

Bruhl commuted to Rutland in a full• Retain market economies but make sustainability part of the market path forward for the planet.” Since The Bruhls opted for wood heat size, four-wheel-drive Ford pickup, economy’s parameters his first entry in May 2013, Bruhl because it was essentially free. getting 18 miles per gallon, driving • Recycle everything, including corporate buy-back programs has written about everything from “We had a hand-me-down 80 miles a day. He bought his first • Build greater cooperation among nations and help poor nations attain using a solar chain saw to how to Vermont Castings stove and lots Leaf electric car in 2013. decent standards of living redirect market economies toward a of wood,” said Bruhl, who loves Two years ago the Bruhls bought • Attain zero population growth worldwide sustainable future. being in the woods with a truck and a second Leaf and upgraded the • Preserve more land for natural areas and wildlife As an ordinary person sorting his a saw and loves the peacefulness of homestead’s solar generation so both • Restore destroyed areas way through a complicated issue, splitting wood by hand. cars could be fully charged at home.

• Continue to teach children about environmental stewardship he’s been aided by his own wideEven the passive solar aspects of Thirty-six panels on a south-facing • Base happiness on friends, family and community instead of stuff ranging interests. A high school the Bruhls’ home — large, south- barn and one large standing array history, government and economics facing windows, good insulation, now generate 14 kilowatts. With the teacher for 22 years, Bruhl spends a lot of his professional hours not just wrangling kids but thinking about societal-level systems. He’s also a self-proclaimed gadget guy, who loves building and tinkering (he built the family’s barn, and he installed all the homestead’s solar arrays). Before he became a high school teacher, Bruhl spent a couple of years as an auto mechanic and served in the Marines as a motor transport officer.

After three months of blogging along and re-examining his own lifestyle, Bruhl hit a wall. He calls it his “second rhino moment.” And in many ways, he feels it’s even more important than the first.

“I got really daunted,” said Bruhl.

“I’m writing blogs about picking asparagus or something and I’m like, ‘What do I know? I’m not a nuclear physicist. I’m not a wind tower engineer. I’m not a transmission specialist. What do I know that can make a difference? I felt almost like a pretender.”

He came to two important realizations.

One: Nobody knows. Nobody.

Two: It takes a generalist to look at the whole system and ask these tough questions — so ordinary people have got to engage.

“The guy who’s a wind tower engineer, he doesn’t know. He doesn’t understand the whole TABORRI BRUHL AND two of his children, Martha, 17, and Harrison, 13, stand with the family’s electric cars that they power, along with the rest system. The nuclear engineer of their household, with solar panels. Not pictured are Taborri’s wife, Susan, and oldest daughter, Amelia.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell doesn’t understand the whole system. Nobody understands the whole system.

“You need common sense. You few windows on the north — increased generation, Bruhl tied the purchased his first herd, when he doing this? Is it the big, nasty need a wide background. You need happened almost by chance. Bruhl’s family’s solar power into the grid to realized that growing beef part-time corporations? Is it Exxon? Is it — wasn’t entirely logical. He’d already “And when you look at it, there is to understand mechanical and dad had built his own house using sell excess power to the GMP. electrical systems. You need to passive solar design, and he gave his It’s more efficient, he explained, built a barn and harvested a season’s no evil destroyer. It’s just a function understand political systems. You son some really useful advice. which is part of his overall approach worth of hay, so he gave the hay of 7 billion people living their lives. away to a neighbor whose barn had And so there’s good and bad there. need to understand government. You As Bruhl educated himself more to sustainability. need to understand economics. about sustainability, he reached Bruhl spearheaded other changes burned down and moved on to the Good — there’s no evil destroyer.

But the bad news is: Suddenly it’s “And I was like, ‘Oh. I’m that out, took his show on the road and around the house, many of them next idea.

A more challenging impediment on us. guy.’” began giving already everyday activities for many came up when his zeal to eliminate “This is us eating our cheeseburger So Bruhl s u s t a i n a b i l i t y Vermonters: pressed on. presentations.

• Using cloth bags at the grocery stuff crossed into the family kitchen, and turning on our lights.”

Taborri Bruhl’s his wife Susan’s domain. Wisely, he Gulp.

I r o n i c a l l y, Topics covered store instead of paper or plastic. sustainability blog Part of Bruhl’s effectiveness as an one of the most include electric • Eating grass-fed, local meat said, he backed off.

Despite this and other advocate for radical change is that difficult steps for vehicles, energy- only. can be found at compromises with his wife and kids, he’s at once pragmatic, hardheaded, many Vermonters efficient home • Keeping bees. sustainableus.org.

Bruhl emphasizes that thoughtless optimistic and cheerful. He says — creating an building, a kids’ • Composting and recycling. energy-efficient presentation and • Eliminating pesticides and consumerism is one of the main humanity now has the technology culprits driving human’s self- and it needs to change course, it’s just home that runs a larger overview. herbicides. nature-destructive lifestyle. This a matter of committing to these on renewable He joined the • Using only LED light bulbs. energy — happened long before ACORN Energy Co-op as a board • Giving away as much stuff as means that each person (or at least changes both as individuals and as each person in Western, affluent a society.

Bruhl’s life-altering commitment member. possible. societies) has to take a long, hard A measure of hope, he says, are the to sustainability. The Bruhls built And he continued making changes TRIAL AND ERROR ways his own presentations about their New Haven home in 2003, and at home.

Bruhl admits there’s been a lot of look in the mirror.

“We see the world getting torn sustainability have changed over decided to go off the grid with wind ELECTRIC CARS AND MORE trial and error along the way. His and solar because it cost less. They One of the most important was scheme to grow the family’s own up. And we wonder who the evil time. Bruhl said he used to spend (See Bruhl, Page 36) could pay Green Mountain Power buying an electric vehicle. When grass-fed beef ended just before he destroyer is,” Bruhl said. “Who’s

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Getting back to it…

School and Wellness

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Advice from a super-mom:

How to maintain a healthy, balanced and clean life

By ELSIE LYNN PARINI down and do five minutes of planks — prone Workout for an hour every day. Eat and side — and then crank out 20 pushups.” healthy, unprocessed foods. Drink water. Be Phew. Ok. Now what? a supportive and responsible family member.

“That’s it, in just five minutes you’ve Sounds like a pretty solid resolution-list revved your metabolism with the water and made on January 1st, right? But how often worked your core,” she explained. does the workout get rescheduled, the apple Meyer carries the same efficiency replaced by a cookie, throughout her day. water for coffee and Most of us would your attitude swing a bit call cooking and “It’s tempting to let out of control? Don’t maintaining a clean worry, we’ve all been house for a family of 11 yourself go, that’s there. a flippin’ miracle, but Nobody’s perfect, Meyer says it’s easy. easy... You have but if you need some “It’s all about inspiration, look no organizing and to keep your body further than New delegating,” the Haven’s Meg Meyer.

52-year-old assured. healthy, and take This mother of nine “That, and always have time to care for is the Charge Nurse your crock pot going.” at Helen Porter in A large white dryyourself. It helps your Middlebury (where erase board hangs she’s worked for the past in Meyer’s home — mental strength.”

21 years), leads fitness the communication classes at Vermont Sun board.

It has notes ­— Meg Meyer and Bristol Fitness, from passing family homeschooled her kids members and a rotating through middle school chore board that and is a marathon runner. She believes delegates daily duties to each child living at in healthy, clean eating; organized, clean home. homes; good grooming and exercise. Talk “It’s depressing when you have a messy about super-mom! house,” she said, adding that she started her How does she do it? kids (now ages 10-27) on the chore board at Well, she starts every morning with a 12 oz age 3. “There are all kinds of ways to make it glass of water. fun and it teaches real responsibility.”

“Down it,” she said in a recent interview.

That, and it’s a real time-saver — “many “Don’t rationalize it, just drink. Then get hands make light work” has never been more

Meg Meyer, her husband, Gerhard Meyer, and their nine children live in New Haven. Meg is the Charge Nurse at Helen Porter, an avid runner and a fitness instructor at Vermont Sun and Bristol Fitness.

true. And Meyer doesn’t have a minute to spare. When she’s working the night shift at Helen Porter a few nights a week, she only gets to sleep from 8-11 a.m. Yes, only three hours.

“It’s all I need, and all I want,” said the Licensed Practical Nurse who runs a floor with 36 residents in hospice and longterm care, assisted by other Licensed Nursing Assistants.

When her scrubs come off, she straps on her sneaks and heads out for a run or to lead one of her group fitness classes.

“I love to run,” said Meyer, who’s run five marathons and countless half-marathons. “I also love to teach group fitness. I love the members, the people, the laughing — it’s a high. When we come together, the beat drops and the energy really gets going.

“It’s great to watch people and see how they learn to deal with their stress through fitness,” said the Connecticut native, who used to DJ before moving north. “They get stronger and stand a little taller.”

Don’t have the money to join a gym? No problem, Meyer didn’t either when she was raising her kids.

(See Super-mom, Page 19)

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Make zucchini bread (add whey protein powder) and eat with a glass of milk.

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Super-mom (Continued from Page 18) “I couldn’t afford a sport watch, so I used to take the wall clock outside and run laps around the house,” she said. “I could look in the windows to make sure the babies were ok and get a workout in.”

That or pile kids into the wheelbarrow and run hill sprints. No joke.

If you’re speed is a few notches slower, Meyer recommends walking. “Make an effort to not use your car,” she said. “Or if you do,

park farther away so you can walk.”

Meyer’s last piece of advice for a healthy life? Take time for yourself.

“It’s tempting to let yourself go, that’s easy,” she said. “You have to keep your body healthy, and take time to care for yourself. It helps your mental strength.”

Nurse’s orders everyone: Put down that cookie and pick up a glass of water. Delegate, delegate, delegate, then lace up your shoes, get your sweat-on and enjoy “your time.”

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Back to health:

How to establish patterns that promote well-being Sad as it may be to bid farewell to another summer goneby, there’s something refreshing about getting back to a more stable routine.

Summer days can be long and erratic, with vacations and travel, special events, and celebrations, all of which shake up routines.

Healthy habits can fall by the wayside during these over-stuffed days and we all know it’s easy to eat too many creemees, go to bed late and forget to take time for personal care.

As we prepare to return to school and return to our more typical daily routines, let’s take the opportunity to also return to health. Re-invest in habits that strengthen and support your body and mind. Think about the new schedules you are adopting and ask yourself if you can make better choices for your health.

For some tips and suggestions on the subject, we turned to local experts in wellbeing. Here’s what they have to say.

CHERYL HUNTLEY Youth and Family Director Counseling Service of Addison County Take the time to really listen to your kids!

TERRI ARNOLD Director Middlebury Parks & Rec Department Walking has been called America’s favorite exercise. It is easy, free, and healthcare providers highly recommend it. But for all the great reasons we should go for a walk, there are just as many barriers that prevent us from becoming active. For many older adults with health conditions like arthritis, one of the biggest roadblocks is that they do not feel comfortable walking alone.

The WWE (Walk with Ease) program is a low-impact group-based walking program designed for people with arthritis, but anyone looking to incorporate physical activity into their lifestyle can participate, and it is especially great for older adults. Walking, or other low impact exercise such as Tai Chi and Bone Builders, can help older adults stay active and healthy throughout life.

Wellness Directory The Wellness Directory runs every Thursday in the Addison Independent.

Look for local Holistic services in the directory or call Anna at 388-4944 to list your practice.

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DR. FRANK PROVATO Physician and medical director Mountain Health Center, Bristol Staying healthy is not very complicated if you focus on three key areas. First, it’s important to maintain ideal weight. “Good eating habits” means eating a balanced diet, sticking to moderate portions three times a day, avoiding pure sugar and avoiding between-meal snacks. The second piece is exercise. You don’t have to be a marathon runner. 45 minutes of brisk walking three to four times per week is adequate. Finally, sleep is when our bodies repair themselves.

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(Continued from Page 20) regimens. Go to bed at the same time each night and try to get between seven and eight hours of restful sleep. If people follow these

three guidelines for diet and weight, exercise and sleep, they’ll find it’s amazing how much better they’ll feel and how much healthier they’ll be.

MELANIE CLARK Vermont Health Connect Navigator Enroll in a Health Insurance Plan. Research has shown that uninsured people receive less medical care, less timely care and have worse health outcomes than those with health insurance. Not having health insurance can also be very costly. Health insurance provides important financial protection in case you have a serious accident or sickness.

People without health insurance are exposed to these costs, which can result in large amounts of debt or even bankruptcy.

Although outside the regular open enrollment period to purchase a plan for 2017, if your income is low enough you can enroll in Medicaid anytime and there are some special life events which may qualify you to get on a qualified health plan now. If you call Vermont Health Connect and find out you can’t get on a plan right now, remember to enroll in one between November 1st and December 15th for coverage in 2018. You can also call the Open Door Clinic (388-0137) anytime to see if you qualify to be seen by our volunteer doctors and nurses and to receive assistance in enrolling in hospital charity programs and other programs to help reduce your healthcare costs while uninsured.

MELANIE CLARK Ladies First Outreach Coordinator The Open Door Clinic Sleep! We all wish we had more hours in the day, but unfortunately many of us try to steal those extra hours from our sleep schedules. While we might be able to check a few more things off that never ending list, getting enough sleep is key to a healthy lifestyle. Sleep has many benefits, including: Improved memory: Your brain uses sleep time to process your day. It makes links and connections while consolidating and storing memories away.

A healthy heart: Lack of sleep has been associated with higher blood pressure and cholesterol. Lack of sleep has also been associated with higher levels of stress. These factors put you at risk for heart disease and stroke.

Better focus: When you get enough sleep, you are better able to recall those memories that your brain stored away. You also have increased alertness. This alertness helps you make better decisions and prevents injury. As a bonus, you are more creative when you get enough sleep.

Healthy weight: Lack of sleep increases appetite and lowers your energy. Having less energy might make you more likely to over indulge. Being overtired might also make you less motivated to work out.

ADAM FASOLI, DMD Dentist Middlebury Dental Group A healthy mouth starts at home.

Good oral hygiene is the foundation for a lifetime of happy teeth and gums. Brushing twice a day with a fluoridated toothpaste and flossing with dental tape (the thicker the better!) are the best place to start.

From there, if you are someone who has fillings or other restorations, a fluoride mouthwash is a great addition to help those restorations last as long as possible. If you are someone with a history of gum trouble, an antibacterial mouthwash will help decrease bacteria that cause gum disease. Better still, there are now mouthwash brands on the market that are both antibacterial and have fluoride! With a little extra time spent on oral hygiene, a healthy mouth is an obtainable goal for back to school season.

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How to get a handle on work-related stress

(MS) — Work-related stress is an all too common problem in workplaces across the globe. According to the American Institute of Stress, 80 percent of workers report feeling stress on the job. Perhaps most troubling, nearly half of those people admit they need help in learning how to manage their stress.

The American Psychological Association notes that stressful work environments can contribute to a host of physical problems, including headache, sleep disturbances and short temper. Chronic stress can produce more serious consequences such as high blood pressure while also weakening sufferers’ immune systems. Stress at the workplace also can make it difficult to concentrate, which in turn can compromise workers’ abilities to perform at the peak of their abilities. That supports the notion that stress is a problem for both employees and employers. As a result, finding ways to reduce that stress should be a team effort.

Getting a handle on stress can be difficult.

Since so many people trace their stress to the jobs they need to get by, they might think it’s impossible to address that stress without derailing their careers. But there are a handful of ways for professionals to get a handle on their stress without negatively affecting their careers.

• Speak up about your stress. As noted, stress at the workplace can affect workers’ performance, which employers are looking to optimize. Workers can speak to their employers if they feel their work environments are conducive to stress. Work in tandem with an employer to develop time-saving strategies that make it easier to get work done on time.

Supervisors may encourage employees to delegate more often, freeing up time to get their work done. Employers may also direct employees to wellness resources that can help them more effectively combat stress. The outcomes of such discussions may never be known if workers never take the initiative and speak up about their stress.

• Take more time off. According to the “State of American Vacation 2016” report from Project: Time Off, American workers failed to use 658 million vacation days in 2015. Vacation is not just a time to get away, but a valuable, effective way for workers to recharge. The APA notes that avoiding the negative effects of chronic stress and burnout requires workers to take time away to replenish and return to their pre-stress level of functioning. Taking time off to disconnect from work and avoid thinking about work can be just what workers need to overcome their work-related stress.

And plenty of workers have the time to take off; they just need to take it.

• Embrace relaxation methods. The APA recommends professionals coping with workplace stress embrace techniques that can effectively alleviate stress. Such techniques include meditation and deep-breathing exercises and can help workers develop their ability to focus purposefully on a single activity.

That improved focus may help workers better navigate hectic working environments without succumbing to the stress such environments can produce.

Work-related stress is a significant issue for many professionals. But working in tandem with their employers can help professionals effectively cope with that stress.

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BURLINGTON — Earlier this spring, then Vermont health commissioner Harry Chen, MD, announced the release of the Health Department’s Healthy Vermonters 2020 midterm report card.

“Healthy Vermonters 2020 set priority population health targets to guide and inform our efforts for the decade,” said Dr. Chen. “This report card is a snapshot at the midway point in time to help us answer two questions: How are we doing? and How healthy are we?”

“Monitoring health data is an essential function of public health,” Dr. Chen said.

“The report summarizes where we’ve made significant progress, what challenges we still face, and where we’ve met our targets. I’m especially encouraged by the progress we’ve made in raising childhood immunization rates.”

The Health Department makes available in-depth and current data in an interactive format, at www.healthvermont.gov/stats/ hv2020 – or choose “How Healthy Are We?” at the top of the department’s website.

The Performance Scorecards show how Vermont is doing relative to where we started, and compared to our 2020 targets.

The Data Explorer presents visual displays of 134 population indicators with trend lines and maps, comparing data by county, health district and hospital service area.

About Healthy Vermonters 2020 With the publication of Healthy Vermonters 2020 in December 2012, Vermont began its third decade of engaging

HARRY CHEN, MD policymakers, government, health and human services professionals and the public in setting, measuring and working to achieve public health goals for the decade.

More than 100 public health indicators and outcomes were carefully chosen from the many hundreds set out by the national Healthy People 2020 initiative to improve the health of the nation. In launching Healthy Vermonters 2020, the department added new objectives, and a new focus on determinants of health and equity.

See our Healthy Vermonters Midway Report Card: http://healthvermont.gov/ about/reports/healthy-vermonters-plansreports.

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Red Cross calls for new donors to prevent a blood shortage BURLINGTON — The American Red Cross urges those who have never given blood before – as well as those who haven’t given recently – to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now and help sustain a sufficient community blood supply this summer and fall.

While the need for blood is constant during the summer months, the Red Cross experiences a drastic decline in new donors. Nationwide and in Vermont, about one-third fewer new donors came out to give last summer than during the rest of the year. Additionally, many schools where blood drives are held – and where new donors give – are not in session, and current donors often delay giving due to summer vacation plans.

While about 38 percent of the population is eligible to give blood, less than 10 percent of those eligible actually do. The blood donation process takes about an hour with the actual donation only taking about 10 minutes.

Whether new to donating blood or a lifelong donor, the Red Cross offers helpful tips for an enjoyable donation experience:

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• As much as possible, eat iron-rich foods leading up to your donation.

• Hydrate – drink an extra 16 oz. of liquid before and after the donation.

• Have a healthy meal before the donation.

• Wear comfortable clothing with sleeves that can be raised above the elbow.

• Complete a RapidPass on the day of donation, prior to arriving, to save time.

• Remember to bring a picture ID, blood donor card or two other forms of identification.

“Every day, we have thousands of lives to help save, but blood and platelet donations often do not keep pace with hospital demand during the summer months,” said Mary Brant, external communications manager, Northern New England Blood Services Region. “In less time than it can take to go out to eat, you can make a lifesaving difference for cancer patients, accident victims and others in need.”

Appointments can be scheduled by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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6 things to share with your doctor

(MS) — It is important to be honest with a doctor about certain health habits, but sometimes it isn’t so easy to be forthcoming.

Fear of being judged or discussing embarrassing situations may prevent some patients from telling medical professionals the whole story. However, the things people do not share could end up compromising their treatment or prevent doctors from discovering certain ailments.

Rather than omitting information, people need to be frank with their doctors. Honesty is important when speaking with a physician, even when the discussion turns to the following potentially sensitive topics.

1. Smoking: Even if you aren’t a daily smoker, mention if you smoke in social situations or grab a drag once in a while.

Smoking increases the risk for many illnesses and can compromise how effective some medications can be.

2. Alcohol consumption: Be honest about how much you drink, as alcohol can interfere with medications.

3. Supplement usage: Over-the-counter medicines, herbs and other supplements can affect overall health. A doctor needs to know the entire picture before prescribing treatment.

4. Exercise habits: Don’t claim to be a gym rat if you’re more of a couch potato. An accurate idea of their patients’ fitness levels and habits is a key diagnostic tool for physicians.

5. Unusual issues: Be forthright with any issues, even those that occur in embarrassing

areas of the body. Remember, if you’re uncomfortable with your doctor, you can always get a referral for a specialist who treats those areas of the body daily.

6. Drug use: Prescriptions are written in dosages for the intended recipient. Taking

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drugs that are not prescribed to you, whether it’s a loved one’s prescription or an illicit drug, affects your body. If you have a medical issue, consult with your doctor so you can get your own legal prescription or begin working toward addressing your addiction.

(MS) — Is “probiotic” a marketing buzzword designed to boost sales, or is there really something to the trend of adding probiotics to food or encouraging consumers to take probiotic supplements? It might be hard to envision bacteria and yeast being beneficial to health. However, the body is full of bacteria, and some is helpful for the digestive system.

While probiotics, or those helpful bacteria and yeasts, occur naturally in the body, they also can be found in a growing number of foods and supplements. Yogurt, with its “live and active cultures,” is one source of probiotics.

A panel of experts convened in October 2013 by the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics found that a growing body of evidence supports the notion that probiotics can promote a healthy balance of intestinal bacteria, which has been linked to a wide range of health benefits. Since the mid1990s, when probiotics first appeared on many people’s radars, clinical studies have suggested that probiotic therapy can help treat several gastrointestinal issues, delay the development of allergies in children and treat and prevent vaginal and urinary infections in women.

Antibiotics can kill harmful and beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotics help restore the balance. This may prove helpful to those with various gastrointestinal diseases, such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

There’s also interest in how gastrointestinal health may be linked to mental health. Studies show supplementing with bifidobacterium and lactobacillus strains can improve anxiety, depression, autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder and memory.Talk with your doctor about how probiotics may benefit your heath.

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Vergennes Day kicks off its 36th year this Friday, Aug. 25, with the monthly Vergennes Arts Walk from 5 to 8 p.m. and a street dance on the City Green featuring the music of “The Hitmen” from 7 to 10 p.m. The kick-off street dance is sponsored by the Masons’ Dorchester Lodge 1 F&AM. Saturday’s activities, hosted and sponsored by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce, City of Vergennes and area businesses, is a celebration of city and community to be enjoyed by all ages. Full details of the event and a schedule of activities are on Pages 30-31 and available online at VergennesDay.com.

Activities on Saturday, Aug. 26, take place between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. and culminate at dusk with a lighting of the Otter Creek Falls.

The day begins with a pancake breakfast at the Vergennes Fire Station from 7 to 10:30 a.m.

This year’s Little City Road Races feature new routes, distances, start times and start/finish location. A kids’ fun run has been added, as well as a 15K (9.3 miles) distance. All races start and finish at the Vergennes Elementary School, 43 School St. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m.; runners in the 15K depart at 8:30; the fun run (on school grounds) starts at 8:35 a.m. and the 5K and 10K distances start at 9 a.m. Even though the routes are slightly different, spectators can cheer on several hundred runners and walkers as they race through the streets of Vergennes.

More information and online registration is available at RunVermont.org.

The bandstand on City Green will be occupied throughout the day by several musical groups: • 10 a.m.: Vergennes City Band • 11:15 a.m.: Mark LaVoie • 12 p.m.: Simply Acoustic • 1:30 p.m.: LC Jazz From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. City Green is also the site of more than 60 crafters’ and vendors’ booths offering fine handcrafts, locally made products, food and more.

There will be horse and wagon rides and face painting for kids. Always a favorite, the Vergennes Lions Club will be selling barbequed chicken starting at noon.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. kids can enjoy games and the ever-popular bubble pit at the Vergennes Fire Department.

At 1:15 p.m. Bixby Library will hold its “Building Better Readers” drawing at the bandstand, which has been sponsored by the library and Vergennes Rotary Club. Entries are accepted until Aug. 21. Lastly, at 3:30 p.m. the Vergennes Rotary presents the beloved Rubber Duckie Race — tickets are available at the Rotary’s booth on the green.

Also, many downtown merchants will be offering sales and specials.

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Vergennes City Band

11:15-11:45 a.m. Mark LaVoie

Playing a wide variety of music from early Sousa marches to current shows on Broadway.

LaVoie has been playing harmonica, and performing for 40 years.

His solo-voice & harmonica performance, is a unique acoustic style, that is reminiscent of the late, great blind legendary harmonica player, Sonny Terry.

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Cousins Tom and Mike Boise offer a range of musical styles that keep listeners wanting more.

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This 17-piece “big band” ensemble has been playing jazz standards from the big band era — Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Sammy Nestico and other swing jazz greats.

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A variety of handcrafted items, community services and food trucks.

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Vermont Fish and Wildlife Let’s Go Fishing Program will be leading an introductory to casting and knot tying station. This is a great opportunity for people of all ages to learn about the program and talk fishing, as well as practice their knot tying and casting skills.

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2017 Vergennes Day Salutes the Little City

36th Annual Vergennes Day Saturday, August 26 CAROL KRESS, LEFT, and Marsha Hoffman prepare a space at the Bixby Memorial Library for the Vergennes Day special book sale.

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As part of Vergennes Day celebrations, everyone is invited to come in Friday, Aug. 25, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. for first dibs on newly received books. Or, come by on Saturday, Aug. 26, during regular sale hours, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., when many of the offerings will be set up in front of the library (weather permitting).

The used book selections include fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, cookbooks, craft books, audiobooks, Christmas-themed books, gardening, biography, Vermont-themed or Vermont authored offerings and much more. This special sale will feature 2-for-the price-of-1 sales. No book will cost more than $2.

So many children’s books were received this summer that the shelves are full. Volunteer Carol Kress will have a selected area set up with boxes of children’s books. There are first-rate hardcover books and extensive offerings for young adults. Children’s books are 25 cents.

Look for the sale on the lower level of the Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. All profits benefit the library.

CAROL KRESS SHELVES books in the Children’s Room at the Bixby in anticipation of this weekend’s used book sale.

SPORTS MONDAY

Addison Independent, Monday, August 21, 2017 — PAGE 33

It’s all fun and games for seniors who stay active Elderly Services serves up options

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — On a recent Tuesday morning at Project Independence, the Blueberries tennis team relied on winners from all seven members, including overheads and drop shots from Mary Wedge, Margaret Hutchins and Tillie Brown, to defeat Ken Schoen, 7-0, 4-7, 7-3.

The match was held in the ground-floor dining room at Elderly Services Inc. in Middlebury.

The laughter-filled competition, applauded by a peanut gallery of several other Project Independence attendees, was scored by another program attendee, Edna Randall.

She drew pictures of a sad-faced Schoen when he dropped a set and also waved an American flag while all sang the national anthem before the racquet-swinging began.

Volunteers Devon Kearns, Logan Pierson-Flagg and Rick Beers helped Schoen, a Project Independence assistant activities coordinator, stage the friendly match, one of many since Schoen introduced the KEN SCHOEN, ASSISTANT activities coordinator at Elderly Services in Middlebury, volleys a tennis ball to seniors in ESI’s Project Independence sport about two-and-a-half years ago to program attendees in the program. The Middlebury Union High School tennis coach offers an array of modified sports to the 70-and-over set to keep their bodies active, as well as their minds.

Elderly Services building off ExPhoto courtesy Elderly Services Inc. change Street.

It was not a U.S. Tennis Associa- tendees who enjoys tennis and the something sports-related? Do they Many people are surprised to learn pleasurable experiences, laughter, tion-certified match by any means. dozens of other sports and activities want to do something literary, or Project Independence attendees are smiles, connections and fun, it can playing active sports. offset all those challenges of old The volunteers volleyed foam that Schoen and fellow assistant ac- arts and crafts?”

Project Independence officials “When people think Elderly Ser- age and make you feel like, ‘I acballs back to Schoen if he managed tivities director Jack Desbois offer.

“We’ve all just realized we can’t agree that sports vices and Project tually had a good day. I’m looking to knock them past the seated seniors Independence they forward to my day.’ A lot of people who faced him across the net. Points just sit around. We need the exer- provide a vital option. The roughly “We’ve all just think frail elders forget you have to have fun and were only scored if the seniors hit cise,” Brown said.

Desbois, a relative- two-dozen choices realized we can’t just and people from pleasure in life.” an unreturnable shot ly recent Middlebury Schoen and Des- sit around. We need 80 to 100,” CorThe sports activities seem to be into the court marked College graduate and bois have created bett said. “And effective: Wedge said as well as on Schoen’s side of “We know the the exercise.” a talented singer, said include several the public and the tennis she also enjoys horseshoes, the net, or if they hit activity in the — Tillie Brown, 79 families are a little tabletop bag ball, ladder ball, whifit is critical for Proj- varieties of indoor a ball that landed out. ect Independence to and outdoor golf, taken aback at first fle ball, bocce, car shuffleboard, The final tally, of brain increases when we say, well, regular shuffleboard and barrel course, was really be- in a positive way offer a wide range of whiffle ball, four choices in morning variations of shuffleboard, volley- we play golf. We play whiffle ball. Frisbee. side the point. Wedge, when you’re and afternoon time ball, a long list of tabletop games We play tennis. We have volleyball.

“They’re good exercise, and I a 75-year-old Shore- having fun, and slots — as many as that are played on a donated pool And they think that’s not possible. enjoy playing them. I always look ham resident, said she when you’re 75 a day and about table, four bocce variations, horse- So we have a very big commitment forward to different sports, and goplays because it’s fun, 150 senior attendees shoes, broom soccer, ladder ball, to taking any game in the world and ing on a trip, which we do a lot. It’s she likes Schoen, and doing sports … a week choose be- target toss, basketball bonanza, air turning it into a geriatric version.” just being with the people,” Wedge it’s a sport she enjoys. People forget tween three options hockey and barrel Frisbee.

Corbett also spoke of the place of said. “Being here I’ve made a lot of “It’s the camara- about their pain, at any given time.

“Sports is a really central part,” sports activities play within Proj- friends, and we do a lot of things derie of all the play- because they “We see people Desbois said. “We always have one ect Independence’s larger mission, together.” ers together, and es- have to be in the with a wide variety of those activities be a sports activi- which she said does include proSchoen, 66, is a lifelong tennis pecially Ken,” said moment with of interests and dif- ty, both because a lot of folks enjoy viding good meals and making sure player who also coaches the MidWedge, who attends ferent abilities, cog- the sports, and because it’s import- pills are taken, but also much more. dlebury Union High School boys’ Project Independence sports. So it’s a “Our mission very much focuses tennis team, members of which daily. “I just adore wonderful thing.” nitively and phys- ant for folks to stay active. It’s good him. And I would — Ken Schoen ically, and with all for their physical, emotional and on having elderly people continu- volunteered this spring to play a different kinds of mental health.” ing to enjoy life despite all the chal- “Mini-Wimbledon” with the Projmiss it if I didn’t play backgrounds, so we ‘FUN AND PLEASURE’ lenges of using a walker, eyesight ect Independence equipment on its tennis. When I was a always have at least three different Joanne Corbett, Elderly Services’ failing, some using a wheelchair. outdoor turf surface (which was exkid I used to play tennis.”

Brown, a 79-year-old Brandon activities going on at a time so that executive director, said the activ- Part of our mission and value sys- panded under Schoen’s watch). It resident who hops on a bus every folks can choose,” Desbois said. ities directors have created rules tem is to say, ‘You don’t have to be drew a crowd.

“One of my favorite things was day to come to Project Indepen- “Do they want to do something for the games that honor their spirit depressed,’” Corbett said.

(See Staying active, Page 34) “If we can give you enough dence, is another of the many at- music-related? Do they want to do and remain safe and fun for seniors.

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Staying active (Continued from Page 33) when he brought his students to compete,” said Project Independence attendee and Blueberry tennis player Dale Beaulieu during a match break.

Schoen said the very nature of sports helps participants forget their troubles.

“We also know the activity in the brain increases in a positive way when you’re having fun, and when you’re doing sports actually,” Schoen said.

“People forget about their pain, because they have to be in the moment with sports. So it’s a wonderful thing.”

Brown, when talking about why she liked playing tennis, provided some evidence to support Schoen’s belief.

“You don’t have time to get unhappy. Everybody has their bad days,” Brown said.

ROOM TO GROW Elderly Services began Project Independence 36 years ago in its former MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School boys’ tennis team members offer a demonstration in a mini-Wimbledon match at Elderly Services Inc. home in the Charter House in downearlier this summer. ESI keeps elders moving with modified versions of tennis, indoor and outdoor golf, whiffle ball, four variations of shuffletown Middlebury, but its 12-year-old board, volleyball and a long list of tabletop games.

Photo courtesy Elderly Services Inc. home off Exchange Street really allowed the sports component to grow, Corbett said. ers. For example, Schoen arranged games and sports themselves, croquet equipment, laughed about listen to you if you want to just go The standalone building offered a USTA Grant to pay for the Proj- brings a wonderful creative imagi- skills he never thought he would sit somewhere and talk.” a game room and a smaller outdoor ect Independence tennis equip- nation to every day,” Corbett said. take advantage of in a late-life caWedge said the friendships she turf area. ment.

“So our 36-year-old emphasis on reer change. makes are invaluable, and all the But she “ T h e some movement and exercise has “I had to take care of my sisters activities are fun — but just maybe a c k n o w l - “We have a very big commitment to empha- climbed to some new heights re- growing up because my parents the sports are most vital. edged the taking any game in the world and sis on cently with Ken and other staff’s were always gone. So I had to in“They’re all equally important, sports and turning it into a geriatric version.” s p o r t s imagination about more and more vent games constantly,” he said. “I but I think with the sports there’s games comnever knew I was going to use that a lot of participants because it — Joanne Corbett, a n d games.” ponent has g a m e s Project attendees enjoy seeing skill when I got older.” keeps us moving. It keeps us goElderly Services’ executive director taken a step has al- different offerings.

Project Independence attendees ing,” Wedge said. “The sports are forward in w a y s “Everybody just seems to enjoy lobbied for more seniors to sign a very, very important part of our recent years with the pool table dona- been here, but a staff member like it, and Ken is always coming up up. lives. We look forward to them, be tion, the turf expansion (including golf Ken Schoen, and he’s got some with new ideas,” Brown said.

“They have fantastic meals and it playing porch pool, bag ball or holes), and the new equipment, energy other buddies here who are very Schoen, a former woodworker people like Ken to keep you en- air hockey. Every day it’s someand ideas offered by Schoen and oth- much in love with movement and who made some of the program’s tertained,” Brown said. “And they thing different.”

MCTV SCHEDULE Channels 15 & 16 MCTV Channel 15 Tuesday, Aug. 22 5 a.m. Vote for Vermont – Details of the Budget Process 6 a.m. Green Mt. Care Board, Public Affairs 10 a.m. Selectboard 11:30 a.m. Development Review Board (DRB) 3 p.m. Energy Week 4 p.m. Congregational Church 7 p.m. Selectboard (LIVE) 10:30 p.m. Vote for Vermont – Details of the Budget Process 11:30 p.m. Green Mt. Care Board (July 20) Wednesday, Aug. 23 5 a.m. Development Review Board (DRB) 7:30 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 9:30 a.m. Lifelines 10 a.m. Selectboard, DRB 5 p.m. Vote for Vermont – Details of the Budget Process 6:15 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Selectboard 10 p.m. Green Mt. Care Board (July 20) Thursday, Aug. 24 5 a.m. Energy Week 6 a.m. Nuclear Waste from VY to Texas (5/6/17) 8 a.m. Congregational Church Service 9:30 a.m. Public Affairs from VMX 11:30 a.m. Eckankar 12 p.m. Selectboard, Green Mt. Care Board 6:15 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Lifelines 7 p.m. DRB, Public Affairs Friday, Aug. 25 5 a.m. Eckankar 5:30 a.m. Public Affairs from VMX 8:55 a.m. DRB 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service

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MAKING RECOVERY EAS‑ IER (MRE). Wednesdays, 1‑2 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). This will be a facilitated group meeting for those struggling with the decision to attend 12‑Step Programs. It will be limited to explaining and discussing our feelings about the 12‑Step Programs to create a better understanding of how they can help a person in recovery on his/her life’s journey. A certificate will be issued at the end of all the sessions. Please bring a friend in recovery who is also contemplating 12‑Step Programs.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BRISTOL MEETINGS: Sun‑ day, Discussion Meeting 4:00‑5:00 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Meeting, 6:00‑7:00 PM. All held at the Howden Hall, 19 West Street.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS MONDAY: As Bill Sees It Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM. Big Book Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS SATURDAY: Discussion Meeting 9:00‑10:00 AM at the Middlebury United Methodist Church. Discussion Meet‑ ing 10:00‑11:00 AM. Begin‑ ners’ Meeting 6:30‑7:30 PM. These two meetings are held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS T H U R S D AY: B i g B o o k Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

Speaker Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM at St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (On the Green).

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS TUESDAYS: 12 Step Meet‑ ings; Noon‑1:00 PM. AND 7:30‑8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS NEW HAVEN MEETINGS: Monday, Big Book Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM at the Congre‑ gational Church, New Haven Village Green.

travel reimbursement, fifty paid vacation/sick days and a small tax free hourly stipend if their annual income is less than $42,000. FGP consistently receives positive reviews from principals, teachers, students, parents and Volunteer Grandparents alike! Please contact RSVP at 388-7044 or rsvpaddison@volunteersinvt.org more information.

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The Residence at Otter Creek is seeking arts performers to share their special interests with residents. All forms of performing arts are welcomed, from music and singing to demonstrating art forms such as painting, dance, flower arranging, etc. This opportunity is ideal for both individuals and groups. Please contact RSVP at 388-7044 or rsvpaddison@volunteersinvt.org for more information.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS VERGENNES MEETINGS: Sunday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Dis‑ cussion Meeting 8:00‑9:00 PM. Both held at St. Paul’s Church, Park St. Tuesday, Discussion Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM, at the Congregational Church, Water St.

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OPIATE OVERDOSE RES‑ CUE KITS are distributed on Wednesdays from 9 am until 12 pm at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury, VT. A short training is required.

For info call 802‑388‑4249 or 802‑683‑5569 or visit www. turningpointaddisonvt.org.

BRASS BED, SHAKER BLANKET box, mahogany ex‑ tension table, maple butcher block, Birdseye maple book‑ case, oak bookcases and more. 802‑453‑5906.

AFTERNOON MILKER WANTED on an organic dairy farm in Cornwall. Experience preferred but willing to train the right person. Must be reli‑ able and timely. 603‑359‑6504 or butterwickfarm@standard‑ milk.com.

OVEREATERS ANONY‑ MOUS (OA) step meeting.

Tuesdays, 3 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd. PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Thursday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am. We meet at The Residence at Otter Creek in Middlebury. For info call APDA at 888‑763‑3366 or parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth. org.

SPIRITUAL AWAKENINGS MEETING of Alcoholics Anon‑ ymous, 7:30‑8:30 a.m., Fri‑ day, upstairs at St. Stephen’s Church., Middlebury, VT. WOMEN OF AA Mondays, 5:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

Services C&I DRYWALL. Hanging, tap‑ ing, skim coat plastering. Also tile. Call Joe 802‑234‑5545 or Justin 802‑234‑2190.

CLEANING SOLUTIONS. For your home, camp, or organiza‑ tion; weekly, bi‑weekly, month‑ ly. Experienced, professional, reliable. References available.

Saige, 802‑458‑5635.

CONSTRUCTION: ADDI‑ TIONS, RENOVATIONS, new construction, drywall, carpentry, painting, flooring, roofing, pressure washing, driveway sealing. All aspects of construction, also property maintenance. Steven Fifield 802‑989‑0009.

PARTY RENTALS; CHI‑ NA, flatware, glassware, linens. Delivery available.

802‑388‑4831.

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PROFESSIONAL PAINTING; interior/exterior, residential/ commercial, pressure wash‑ ing. 20 years’ experience.

Best prices. References.

802‑989‑5803.

DONATIONS WANTED for Town Hall Theater’s Septem‑ ber 16, Fabulous Flea Market.

Drop off at Smart Move(next to used bookstore). 1485 Route 7 North. 9‑12 Friday’s and Saturday’s, September 1,2,8,9. Household goods, antiques, collectibles, jew‑ elry, ect. Watch for our signs.

Questions? 802‑345‑1596.

HUGE BENEFIT SALE for Al‑ zheimer’s on August 26th. 9‑2. at Northfield Savings Bank on Shelburne Rd., South Burling‑ ton. Rain date August 27th.

A L L ‑ A R O U N D FA R M HAND, 802‑233‑1249 or 802‑233‑3849.

BANKRUPTCY: CALL to find out if bankruptcy can help you. Kathleen Walls, Esq. 802‑388‑1156.

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Opportunities STOREFRONT LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. In the heart of downtown Mid‑ dlebury. Approved for seat‑ ing for 24. Plenty of parking, lots of possibilities. Available September 1. Text only to 802‑373‑6456.

Help Wanted AMERICAN FLATBREAD IN Middlebury is hiring. Employ‑ ees are more than just “warm bodies” to us‑we want you to like your job as well as your peers. This is an open kitchen with multigenerational staff, focus on good food, and em‑ phasis on cross training. No previous kitchen experience required for the right person.

Must be motivated, highly responsible with a positive attitude. Nights/weekends re‑ quired. American Flatbread Middlebury Hearth is dedicat‑ ed to promoting a diverse and positive work environment.

All applicants including those from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Pick up an applica‑ tion or email: middlebury@ americanflatbread.com. EOE.

Get your FREE GARAGE SALE KIT if your total is $12 or more Mail in your classified ad with payment to : 58 Maple Street, Middlebury VT 05753 OR Email your ad to: classifieds @addisonindependent.com OR drop it off to Alicia in the Marble Works, Middlebury

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CALF MANAGER/FEEDER WANTED The Goodrich Fami‑ ly Farm is looking for someone to be manager and maintain the farm’s calf herd. Competi‑ tive compensation on a family farm atmosphere. For more information please call Chase Goodrich at 802‑989‑8848.

DISHWASHING‑THIS SUP‑ PORT position performs a va‑ riety of services in the kitchen area such as dishwashing, basic food prep, line prep, food storage, general kitchen cleaning and as assigned, performs bus services in the main or auxiliary dining rooms.

Email greatplacetowork@ eastviewmiddlebury.com or call 989‑7507.

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HUGE, VALUE YARD SALE on Saturday, August 26th from 8:30‑3:00. Great antiques, like new furniture and household items, camping gear, building materials, gardening tools and much, much more! 1283 Rt. 30, Cornwall.

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE August 26, 8am‑2pm.

98 West Main St., Vergennes.

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SHARD VILLA

FAMILY LUMBER OPERATION

Seeks To Fill The Following Positions:

MACHINERY OPERATOR for skilled mill positions due to employee retirement. Must be in good physical condition with good math skills, very reliable, have a strong safety awareness and work well with others. An ambition to learn and tolerance of heat and cold are important. The most challenging jobs such as sawing and grading take years to learn well and pay well for the skilled work. Mill work has a production bonus.

MAINTENANCE person to work on machinery in our mill, lumber sorters, planers and lumber drying kilns. There is a wide variety of work to do and many things to learn, particularly as machinery becomes more computerized. You must have maintenance or mechanical experience, have a strong commitment to safety and be interested in learning new skills. You must be physically fit and able to both lift and push/pull 50 pounds regularly throughout the day.

Monday to Friday, about 50 hours per week.

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

A residential care home in the country and a national historic site

NOW HIRING

Shard Villa in Salisbury Vt. is now hiring LPN’s, Medication Technicians, Personal Care Givers and Cooks.

All shifts available, part time & full time.

Must be a reliable & compassionate team player.

Send resume to shardvilla@myfairpoint.com or Shard Villa 1177 Shard Villa Rd. Salisbury VT 05769.

Or apply in person.

Zoning & Planning Director Bristol, Vermont The Town of Bristol is seeking a part-time Zoning & Planning Director. Duties to include implementing zoning regulations and zoning permit process, enforcement actions for non-compliance with zoning regulations, assistance to the public and assistance to the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment and Downtown Review Commission, including minute taking. Position will also provide assistance to Selectboard and Town Administrator with economic development. Interested candidate must be available for evening meetings and daytime work at town office; estimated 20 hours per week.

A detailed job description is available at www.bristolvt. org. Salary range $20 to $23 per hour, commensurate with experience.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Town of Bristol at P.O. Box 249 Bristol, VT 05443. Deadline to apply is Friday, August 25, 2017. The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

AGENT ASSISTANT – IPJ Real Estate, a fast-paced, leading real estate firm in Middlebury, VT is seeking a professional and courteous employee to assist our top-producing real estate agents in day-today activities. Applicant must have a friendly and helpful attitude, be organized, resourceful and highly detail-oriented. Must also be proficient on Mac and PC and be able to honor the confidential details of real estate transactions. A reliable and clean vehicle and professional dress is also required. We will consider applicants with or without industry experience as we are willing to train the right candidate. This is a supportive role. Compensation based on experience and necessary training. Must be willing to take classes (Montpelier) and obtain a Vermont real estate license. Applications will be considered until September 1, 2017. Start day is flexible, but we’d prefer to have someone in place by October 1, 2017.

Please submit a cover letter, your resumé & references, as well as compensation requirements to Amey@middvermontrealestate.com.

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Administrative Assistant Bristol, Vermont

Casella Construction, headquartered in Mendon, Vermont, is looking for skilled equipment operators and skilled laborers to join our team.

Skilled equipment operator applicants should have experience operating equipment safely and efficiently.

Skilled laborer applicants should be hardworking, self-motivated individuals who have the ability to work in a fastpaced environment while maintaining a focus on safety.

Both positions require the ability to administer safe work practices, complete daily paperwork, and communicate effectively with all Casella personnel.

We offer competitive wages, health care, dental, 401k, paid vacations and holidays.

Please submit your contact information by email to jobs@casellainc.com, calling (802) 773-0052, or stopping at our main office in Mendon, Vermont.

The Town of Bristol is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant. This position works as a liaison between all departments and the public.

Successful candidate will be self-motivated and detail oriented.

A detailed job description is available at www.bristolvt.org. Salary range $16.00 to $17.60 per hour, commensurate with experience.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Town of Bristol at P.O. Box 249, Bristol, VT 05443, or email it to jstetson@gmavt.net.

Position open until filled. The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Town of Salisbury Needs Positions Filled:

Minute taker for Select Board: 2 meetings each month starting in September. $60. per meeting. Contact Town Clerk at 352-4228 Fulltime Highway Worker: Must have CDL and pass random drug tests. Operate equipment and plow snow. Pay and benefits based on experience. Opportunity for promotion.

Vacation, sick pay. Health benefits. Contact Road Foreman at 352-1017.

Auditors for town level work. Annual audit conducted by CPA. Hours flexible. Contact Town Clerk at 352-4228

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EASTVIEW AT MIDDLEBURY seeks a FT House‑ keeper who is friendly and detail‑oriented to provide quality cleaning service in our retirement community.

Email greatplacetowork@ eastviewmiddlebury.com or call 989‑7507.

EASTVIEW AT MIDDLEBURY seeks enthusiastic and experienced caregivers to provide hands‑on care in our dynamic retirement commu‑ nity. Email resume to acoyle@ eastviewmiddlebury.com or call 802‑989‑7507.

FULL TIME DELI POSITION. Set hours, Monday‑Friday 6:00am ‑ 2:00 pm. Prior work experience with food preparation in a commercial kitchen / deli required. Ap‑ plicants should apply in per‑ son at Small City Market in Vergennes or call Cory at 802‑349‑7101.

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INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE Position:

Diesel and Automotive Instructional Aide 1.0 FTE School Year Responsibilities: Provide instructional assistance to the Diesel and Automotive instructors as well as provide educational support via Student Services.

Requirements: • Associates Degree or 60 credits beyond a high school diploma.

• Experience in auto or diesel required.

• Experience or training working with high school age students preferred.

Salary: Based upon education and experience.

Closing Date: Open until filled Starting Date: Late August Interested parties should send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and letters of reference to: Dana Peterson, Superintendent 51 Charles Avenue Middlebury, VT 05753 E.O.E.

Service Technician McDermott’s Inc. is accepting applications for a service technician in Shoreham, VT. Duties to include but not limited to the following: oil changes, tire changes, greasing of vehicles, brake repairs, overall preventative maintenance of our vehicles, maintain clean shop area and work with terminal manger on inventory.

Candidate must be detail orientated, team player, have the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment and willingness to learn.

Ideal Candidate should have a Class A CDL license but it is not required. Pay commensurate with experience. Full benefit package available including health insurance, 401k, vacation/holiday pay and a $2500 sign-on bonus.

Seeking CDL-A Drivers –Sign-on Bonus- Home Daily!

McDermott’s, Inc. is currently seeking CDL-A Company Drivers for routes out of Enosburg, Irasburg and Shoreham, VT. Overview Drivers transport milk, cream, condensed milk and ice cream mix via tanker. Runs throughout New England. All three shifts available. Company operates 24 hours a day. Schedule varies depending on shift and position. Drivers responsible for loading/unloading tankers. Home daily.

Requirements CDL-A “N”-Tanker endorsement required Benefits $2500 Sign-on Bonus Accident Insurance Paid vacations Medical Short-term disability XM Radio 401-k Safety bonus Life insurance Paid holidays

Please fax resume to 802-524-4015, email to HR@Mcdermottsinc.com or mail to: St. Albans Co-Op C/O McDermott’s Inc Attn: HR 138 Federal Street St Albans, VT 05478 Or stop by for an application at the Shoreham Garage (2949B Route 22A Shoreham, VT 05770).

Any questions please call Jon Pariseau at 802-897-2144 or 802-585-6534.

Addy Indy Classifieds are online: addisonindependent.com/classifieds

Please fax resume to 802-524-4015, email to HR@Mcdermottsinc.com or mail to: St. Albans Co-Op C/O McDermott’s Inc Attn: HR 138 Federal Street St Albans, VT 05478

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FULL TIME HOUSEKEEPER 40/hr per week. Pay based on experience. Candidate must pass background check and drug test. We of‑ fer health and life insurance, 401k, paid vacation and sick days as well as other em‑ ployee benefits. All candidates should send their resumes to ma3024@metzcorp.com or hand them in personally at one of our Valley Vista facilities at 23 Upper Plain in Bradford or 1 Alden Place, Vergennes, VT.

GREEN PASTURE MEATS is hiring for a part time retail position in our New Haven store. Approximately 30 hrs. per week. Retail experience preferred and some knowl‑ edge of meat cuts. Train‑ ing provided. Contact Su‑ zanne at 802‑349‑6781 or milepointvt@yahoo.com.

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LANDSCAPERS AND LAWNMOWERS and paint‑ ers. Looking for honest, hard working people for the sum‑ mer/fall season. Valid drivers license required. Call Mark at Pleasant Valley Landscaping.

802‑343‑4820. North Ferris‑ burgh, VT.

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Town of Middlebury

Assistant Zoning Administrator The Town of Middlebury is accepting applications for a full time Assistant Zoning Administrator to fill an important role in the Department of Planning and Zoning.

This position reports to the Director of Planning and Zoning. This person will assist the Director in the day- to-day operations of the local permitting and DRB review process, including assisting customers, responding to zoning inquiries and taking-in applications.

Candidates must possess proficient writing, research and logical reasoning skills. Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and identify and resolve problems are required qualifications for success. The successful candidate must also possess the interpersonal and communication skills needed to foster effective, cooperative working relationships with Town Staff, property owners, the development community and citizens at large.

We offer a friendly, dynamic work environment focusing on customer service, and an excellent benefits package. The Middlebury Planning Department is located in a beautiful new facility in the heart of Downtown Middlebury.

Position requirements: • A commitment to administering the zoning ordinance fairly and equitably, and offering assistance to applicants in an unbiased manner.

• Ability to perform detailed research and employ logical reasoning skills to collaborate with the Director in rendering fair, consistent interpretations of the regulations.

• An interest in working with the public, as well as an ability to communicate the permitting and development process to a variety of customers in a patient and friendly manner.

• Excellent listening and customer service skills, including the ability to calmly diffuse potential sources of conflict.

• Proven ability to create clear and accurate reports and correspondence.

• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

• Occasional night meetings (2-3/mo.) may be required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. Adobe and GIS skills preferred.

• Education and experience in planning or a related field (e.g. legal, regulatory, education, public policy, social sciences).

For a complete job description, please visit our website www.townofmiddlebury.org Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to jmurray@townofmiddlebury.org Position open until filled.

Description: Warehouse and Yard Worker – Part Time Warehouse Worker Job Purpose: Loading and assisting with customer orders from the Yard, Warehouse and Store.

Stocking Shelves and Filling Propane Tanks.

Skills/Qualifications: Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly throughout the day. Weekends and dependability a MUST! Preferable age 18+ by September 1st.

PLEASE FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IN PERSON. Middlebury Agway – 338 Exchange St. – Middlebury, VT.

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MR. MIKE’S COMMERCIAL Cleaning Service has open‑ ings for part to full time. Must have reliable transportation, be flexible and reliable. Avail‑ able to work nights a must, and need to pass background check. Self motivated, able to work independently.

E‑mail resume to: info@ mrmikescleaningservicevt. com. Application also available online at: www. mrmikescleaningservicevt. com. No phone calls please.

We encourage all to apply.

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VERMONT SOAP IS look‑ ing for an experienced Plant Engineer to keep our ma‑ chines running smoothly.

Production Assistant: we train, mix, measure and fill.

HR@vermontsoap.com.

PART TIME HELP needed for around the house and farm. Weekdays preferable.

760‑807‑6187.

RESIDENTIAL INSTRUCTOR SOUGHT: Join a team of dedi‑ cated professionals supporting a group of individuals with developmental disabilities in their home in Middlebury. The home is a therapeutic and fun environment that promotes learning life/social skills, em‑ powerment and community inclusion. Experience with personal care and medical oversight for this population a plus. Patience, good judgment, attention to details and flex‑ ibility necessary. HS diploma/ equivalent and valid driver’s license required. Sun. through Wed. with two overnights per week. Comprehensive benefit package. Apply to CSAC HR, 89 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753, 388‑6751, ext. 425, or visit: csac‑vt.org.

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THE BURLINGTON FREE PRESS is looking for reliable early morning riser with a valid driver’s license and car insur‑ ance to deliver our newspaper in the Bristol area. Deliveries are to be completed by 6 am Mon‑Sat and 7:30 on Sunday.

Earn an estimated profit of $560 per month plus tips. This is a great way to earn extra money without interfering with your day job. Please contact Kathy at 802‑458‑5049 for more information.

THE STORM CAFE has an immediate bussing and dish‑ washer position available.

Please apply in person at 3 Mill Street, Middlebury and ask for John or Lily.

TRAFFIC CONTROL‑IM‑ MEDIATE openings. Green Mountain Flagging is hir‑ ing now. No experience required‑we will train you.

Great for people who en‑ joy working outside. Start‑ ing raises available to those able to use personal vehicles.

Learn more and apply online: www.gmfvt.com/employment.

TREE CUTTING, CLEAR‑ ING and weed‑whacking work available. Please call 802‑349‑4230.

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WHISTLEPIG CURRENTLY HIRING FOR full time bottler.

Eye for detail and accuracy.

Flexible duties and hours Monday‑Friday. Be able to stand on feet for 8 hours a day with unassisted lifting of 25 pounds. Please send resume and 3 professional references to info@whistlepigrye.com.

For Sale ANTIQUE DOUBLE BARREL ACME Arms Co. 12 gauge.

Beautiful vintage firearm. $185. 802‑989‑5803.

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DODGE CARAVAN SE 4 cylinder with 136,000 miles.

Great shape for the year.

Interior near mint. Has rust on rocker panels underneath and tube that goes to the water pump is damp. All very inexpensive fixes. Runs and drives good. $1,500 or best reasonable offer. Inspected.

877‑2934.

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Bus Driver Do you enjoy working with the public? Are you interested in doing valuable work that supports our community and environment?

Consider joining our team as a Bus Driver!

Bus Driver? Has this career opportunity never been on your radar? Want to find out more? We will train the right candidate!

Please stop by and learn how fulfilling it is to be an ACTR bus driver.

Position Requires: • Clean driving record • Strong customer service skills, professionalism and a positive attitude • Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs and maneuver large mobility devices • CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality • Sense of humor a plus For more information and for an application, please visit us at: http://actr-vt.org/job-openings/. Application and resume can be submitted to: Gina Tindall, HR Director at gina@actr-vt.org.

In addition to a good working environment, we offer a competitive salary and provide excellent benefits including health insurance, generous paid time off, and long-term disability.

Employment is contingent upon passing required background checks and pre-employment drug testing.

ACTR, a Division of Tri-Valley Transit, Inc. is an AA/EO Employer.

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HEADING BACK TO SCHOOL or setting up a new place? Come to Compass Treasure Chest Consignment Shop for your shopping needs.

Lamps, desks, pots and pans, small fridge. We have what you need. Open daily 10 to 5 located in Compass Music and Art Center 333 Jones Drive, Brandon VT. THE BARREL MAN; plastic and metal barrels, 275 gallon food‑grade totes. 55 gallon plastic food‑grade barrels with spin‑on covers. Great for rain barrels. A barrel for every need. 802‑453‑4235.

Vacation Rentals ADDISON: LAKE CHAM‑ PLAIN waterfront camp.

Beautiful views, gorgeous sunsets, private beach, dock, rowboat and canoe included. $600 weekly, or call for week‑ ends. 802‑349‑4212, no texts.

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1 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent in Lincoln. Quiet country road; 10 acres. $850/ month, includes utilities except phone/internet. 802‑793‑8625.

1 BEDROOM, SECOND STO‑ RY apartment with small office (not a bedroom). 85 Court Street, Middlebury. Available August 1. Non‑pet, non‑smok‑ ing. $800/mo. plus utilities.

Credit references and deposit required. Snow plowing and lawn maintenance included.

802‑352‑6678.

1,800 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE 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. Lo‑ cated in Middlebury, close to town on Court St. Off street parking, lawn care and snow plowing included. $1,100 per month plus utilities. No smok‑ ing or pets. 802‑352‑6678.

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2‑BEDROOM, 920 SQ. FT. 2nd floor apartment. Pine floors. eat‑in kitchen. Huge living room. Small 2nd floor porch. Walking distance to elementary school and across the street from the Shoreham Inn and Pub. No Smoking.

No pets. Available September 15. $775/mo. plus utilities.

802‑388‑5411.

ADDISON ‑ 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH mobile home with garage on 22A. $1350 a month. Deposit, first month, last month and references required. Call 802‑482‑3765, afternoons please.

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CORNWALL: COZY ONE bedroom apartment. 15 min‑ utes to college. $775 includes all. batesproperties@yahoo. com.

FOR RENT: BRIDPORT, Commercial/retail office.

1,200 Sq. Ft. High traffic visibility. Available Oct. 1.

802‑758‑2494.

ADDISON: SEEKING PET FRIENDLY housemate. $400/ mo. plus help with dog‑walking and yard work. Private bath.

No smoking. 802‑863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, ref‑ erences, background check required. EHO.

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OPENING SUMMER/FALL 2017 Newly Constructed Loft, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Middlebury Historic Building | Air Conditioning European Appliances, Quartz Countertops & Washer/Dryer Off-Street Parking | Pet friendly Walk to Middlebury College campus Contact: Christine Golden 802-373-5893 battellllc@gmail.com www.BattellBlock.com

OFFICE BUILDING FOR LEASE

39 Court Street, Middlebury, VT Over 1500 Sq. ft.

Four office spaces (2 upstairs; 2 downstairs), 2 bathrooms, Conference room, Waiting area, spacious file area. Has its own parking area.

Available November 1.

Shown by appointment only.

Ph (802) 388-3600 or midd@americanlandtitle.com

MIDDLEBURY, VT 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT Income Limits Apply. No Utilities Included. Modern apartment, carpet/tile, W/D connections plus onsite laundry facility. Efficient gas heat/hot water.

Ample parking and storage. Includes trash, lawn care, snow removal, professional management and 24-hour emergency maintenance. In quiet Middlebury neighborhood. References Required.

To request an application, call 802-472-5016 or e-mail pinemeadow@maloneyproperties.com.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

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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 measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

MIDDLEBURY 2 BEDROOM near downtown. Appliances, off street parking, lease.

No pets. Available Sept. 1.

Real Net Management Inc. 802‑388‑4994.

ORWELL: SHARE A HOME with woman who enjoys yoga, vegetarian cook‑ ing, and dance. $400/mo, could be reduced in sum‑ mer in exchange for garden‑ ing help. 802‑863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO.

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 Pittsford, VT. 1‑802‑773‑2555. tflanders@ beanshomes.com.

VERGENNES: SHARE A HOME A rural home with a senior woman. Minimal rent in exchange for meal prep, overnight presence, and com‑ panionship. 802‑863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO.

PORT HENRY, NY 1,175 sq. ft. home. 3 BR, 2 baths. To‑ tally remodeled 10 years ago.

Small lot, minimum mainte‑ nance. Lake and mountain views. Detached garage with electric. $59,000. Payment for 15‑year loan is approximately $650/month, taxes included.

518‑572‑8800.

Wood Heat

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Only three lots remain in the Daisy Lane Residential De‑ velopment. One is a beauti‑ ful wooded 1 1/4 acre with a small year round stream.

Lots are supported with village water and approved for simple in‑ground septic. Located in East Middlebury, just 15‑20 minutes from the Snow Bowl, 2 golf courses and beautiful Lake Dunmore. 802‑388‑2502 or 802‑388‑7350.

BRIARWOOD APARTMENTS is currently accepting applica‑ tions for 2 BR apartments in Middlebury. All income/assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent. NS/NP, onsite laundry. Call 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website www.summitpmg.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

LAKE DUNMORE: COZY, winterized, two bedroom cot‑ tages available September or October to June 2018. Fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms with showers, comfortable furnishings. Wifi, satellite TV, plowing, trash collection, recy‑ cling included. Other cottages available now until late Octo‑ ber. Ten minutes to Middle‑ bury or Brandon. References required. 802‑352‑4236 or karen@northcovecottages. com.

BRIDPORT 1 BEDROOM, 4 room apartment with porch/ lawn. Washer/dryer, heat/hot water included. No smoking, no pets. References and credit check. $800/mo. plus security deposit. For more info, Charlie 802‑758‑2218.

MIDDLEBURY ‑ ONE BED‑ ROOM, ground floor. Very nice, very convenient. Free satellite, on‑site laundry. No smoking, no pets. $700 plus utilities. 802‑388‑5474.

BRISTOL 2 BEDROOM HOUSE extra large living room and bath and nice porch, undercover parking for two cars. 1,000 sq ft. Private with views. First floor living. New gas stove. Washer and dryer hookups. Garden space avail‑ able. Snow removal provided.

No pets. No smoking. Credit check, security, references and lease. Available October 1st. $985/mo. Leave mes‑ sage. 802‑352‑4266.

MIDDLEBURY 1 BEDROOM apartment. Close to college. $800/month plus deposit.

Some utilities included.

388‑0401.

MIDDLEBURY: FOR RENT PRIME retail space. 1,303 square feet. Location, loca‑ tion. Front door parking. Good visibility. Call Eric at 388‑6054.

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MIDDLEBURY‑2 BEDROOM, 2 bath ranch house. $1,300 per month plus utilities. Secu‑ rity deposit, no pets. Available Sept. 1. Call Kathy: 352‑4302.

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.

WEST ADDISON: 2 STORY, furnished house on lakefront.

Washer, dryer. No smok‑ ing. Available September through May. $1,000/month.

860‑878‑9580.

TIMBERWOLF FIREWOOD: 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.

CROWN POINT, NEW YORK 18.95 acres, beautiful parcel, desirable location. Level ter‑ rain surrounded by woods.

Electric, water and septic.

Minutes to Lake Champlain.

Mobile home on lot. $78,000.

518‑597‑3823.

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Small square bales. Call 802‑349‑9281.

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HAY, STRAW. FIRST CUT dry round bales, 4x4, $35.

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AKC BEAGLE PUPPIES $250. Shots, wormed and ready on 8/18. Call Fred 802‑897‑5858.

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STATE OF VERMONT VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT ADDISON UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION DOCKET NO: 66-4-16 ANCV WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-2 v.

DARRYL DAVIS, OPTION ONE MORTGAGE, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION AND CHAD ZENO –OCCUPANTS OF 2846 ROUTE 22A, SHOREHAM, VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered January 4, 2017, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given

by Darryl Davis to Option One Mortgage, a California Corporation, dated May 15, 2006 and recorded in Book 65 Page 669 of the land records of the Town of Shoreham, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. as successor-in-interest to Option One Mortgage Corporation to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-2, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-2 dated October 9, 2009 and recorded in Book 73 Page 156 of the land records of the Town of Shoreham for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 2846 Route 22A, Shoreham, Vermont on September 6, 2017 at 10:00AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Being a parcel of land consisting of 1.10 acres, more or less, with dwelling house and other improvements thereon depicted as Lot 2 on a survey plat entitled “SURVEY PLAT Proposed Subdivision of Lands of Russmann, LLC Westerly of VT Route 22A Shoreham, Addison county, VT” prepared by Short Surveying, Inc. dated November 15, 2005 and recorded in Map Hanger 1 as Map No. 162 in the Town of Shoreham Land Records (hereinafter referred to as the “Survey”) and being more particularly bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point marking the southeasterly corner of the parcel described and conveyed hereby and a northeasterly corner of lands of the Town of Shoreham; thence, Proceeding on a bearing of N 72° 41’ 26” W, a distance of 265.25 feet, to a point marked by an iron pin set, said point marking the southwesterly corner of the parcel described and conveyed hereby; thence, Turning to the right and proceeding on a bearing of N 17° 03’ 10” E, a distance of 189.51 feet, to a point marked by an iron pin set, said point marking the northwesterly corner of the parcel described and conveyed hereby and the southwesterly corner of lands retained by the Grantor and shown as Lot 1 on the Survey, thence, Turning to the right and proceeding on a bearing of S 64° 53’ 57” E, a distance of 292.05 feet, to a point marked by an iron pin set, said point marking the northeasterly corner of the parcel described and conveyed hereby and the southeasterly corner of Lot 1 as depicted on the Survey, thence, Turning to the right and proceeding along the presumed right of way of Route 22A on a bearing of S 22° 53’ 33” W, a distance of 150.63 feet, to a point, said point marking the point and place of beginning.

Also conveyed, by Quitclaim only, are those lands lying between the easterly boundary line of the lands described and conveyed hereby and the centerline of Route 22A as depicted on the Survey.

In the event of discrepancy between the above description and the Survey, the Survey shall control.

Being a PORTION ONLY of lands and premises conveyed to Russmann, LLC by Warranty Deed of the Town of Shoreham dated September 22, 2005 and recorded in Volume 64 at Page 373 of the Shoreham Land Records.

Also conveyed and reserved is an easement and right of way for purposes of ingress, egress, and access over an existing driveway located along the northerly line of the parcel described and conveyed hereby and the southerly line of lands retained by the herein Grantor. Said easement and right of way shall be used in common with the Grantor and its successors and/or assigns. Each of the parties shall share in the maintenance and upkeep of the portion of the driveway used in common.

Grantor hereby reserves and hereby excepts and the lands and premises are conveyed subject to a twenty-five (25) foot wide sewer easement across, over and upon the lands and premises conveyed hereby as depicted on the above referenced Survey (although the above referenced Survey plat incorrectly refers to the easement as being twenty (20) feet wide, the easement retained herein is twenty-five (35) feet wide.)

Subject to and together with the benefits of the terms and conditions of Potable Water Supply and Wastewater System Permit WW-9-0404-30 dated May 5, 2006 which has been received for recording in the Shoreham Land Records.

Subject to easements to Central Vermont Public Service Corporation, New England Telephone and Telegraph Company and Tri-Town Water District No. 1 as the same may affect the premises conveyed hereby.

The lands and premises described and conveyed hereby are subject to the Town of Shoreham Zoning and Subdivision Regulations.

Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description.

Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: August 1, 2017 By: /S/Rachel K. Jones, Esq.,Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 8/14, 21, 28

Public Notices can be found on Pages 42 & 43.

STATE OF VERMONT RUTLAND UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION

VERMONT SUPERIOR COURT DOCKET NO: 242-5-15 RDCV

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, AS TRUSTEE FOR NATIONSTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2007-C v.

SANDRA A. GALICKI, FLOYD L. GALICKI AND HOUSATONIC TEACHERS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION OCCUPANTS OF 25 PEARL STREET, BRANDON, VT MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq.

In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered October 21, 2016, in the above captioned action brought to foreclose that certain mortgage given by Sandra A. Galicki and Floyd L. Galicki to Nationstar Mortgage LLC D/B/A Champion Mortgage, dated April 2, 2007 and recorded in Book 188 Page 307 of the land records of the Town of Brandon, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage from Nationstar Mortgage LLC D/B/A Champion Mortgage to The Bank of New York Mellon, as Trustee for Nationstar Home Equity Loan Trust 2007-C dated December 1, 2014 and recorded in Book 225 Page 320 of the land records of the Town of Brandon for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 25 Pearl Street, Brandon, Vermont on August 30, 2017 at 10:00 AM all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OF LAND IN THE TOWN OF BRANDON, IN THE COUNTY OF RUTLAND, STATE OF VERMONT, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, VIZ: BEING ALL THE SAME LAND AND PREMISES CONVEYED TO WILLIAM BARRETT AND MARSHA BARRETT, HUSBAND AND WIFE, BY WARRANTY DEED OF CONSTANCE KENNA, WIDOW, DATED OCTOBER 3, 1977, FILED IN THE BRANDON TOWN LAND RECORDS, OCTOBER 3, 1977, AT BOOK 83 AT PAGE 510 .

REFERENCE IS MADE TO THE QUITCLAIM DEEDS TO ESTABLISH A COMMON BOUNDARY LINE FROM ROBERT J. MALINOWSKI AND LAURA MALINOWSKI, TO WILLIAM BARRETT AND MARSHA BARRETT DATED APRIL 14, 1987 WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 95 AT PAGE 208 AND FROM WILLIAM BARRETT AND MARSHA BARRETT TO ROBERT J. MALINOWSKI AND LAURA MALINOWSKI DATED APRIL 15, 1987, WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 95 AT PAGE 206 IN THE TOWN OF BRANDON LAND RECORDS. LOCATED ON THE WESTERLY SIDE OF PEARL STREET IN BRANDON VILLAGE AND CONTAINING THREE ACRES OF LAND, BE THE SAME MORE OR LESS, AND BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS: NORTHERLY AND WESTERLY BY LANDS OF DR. GEORGE T. NORTON; EASTERLY AND SOUTHEASTERLY BY PEARL STREET; SOUTHERLY AND SOUTHWESTERLY BY LAND OF THE RUTLAND RAILROAD. THERE IS EXPRESSLY EXCEPTED AND EXCLUDED FROM THE OPERATION OF THIS CONVEYANCE THOSE CERTAIN LANDS AND PREMISES THAT WERE CONVEYED BY THE GRANTOR HEREIN AND HER LATE HUSBAND TO EDWARD AND MERRY HANDY BY DEED DATED 11 APRIL 1975, RECORDED IN THE BRANDON LAND RECORDS, BOOK 82, PAGE 376, AND THEREIN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE WESTERLY SIDE OF PEARL STREET IN THE TOWN OF BRANDON, THE SAME POINT BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LANDS AND PREMISES NOW OR FORMERLY OWNED BY THE RUTLAND RAILROAD AND BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LANDS AND PREMISES BEING CONVEYED; THENCE RUNNING IN A NORTHEASTERLY DIRECTION 200 FEET, MORE OR LESS, ALONG THE WESTERLY SIDE OF PEARL STREET TO A MAPLE TREE, SAID MAPLE TREE BEING ON THE EDGE OF A DRIVEWAY; THENCE TURNING AT APPROXIMATE RIGHT ANGLES AND RUNNING IN A NORTHWESTERLY DIRECTION 175 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE TURNING AT APPROXIMATE RIGHT ANGLES AND RUNNING IN A SOUTHWESTERLY DIRECTION 200 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OWNED BY THE RUTLAND RAILROAD; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF THE RAILROAD TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. AND BY QUITCLAIM DEED OF ROBERT J. MALINOWSKI AND LAURA MALINOWSKI DATED APRIL 14, 1987 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; VIZ: THE HEREIN QUITCLAIM PREMISES ARE A PORTION OF THOSE LANDS AND PREMISES DESCRIBED IN A WARRANTY DEED FROM TERRANCE W. HUGHES AND GAYLA S . HUGHES TO THE HEREIN GRANTORS, SAID DEED BEING DATED OCTOBER 30, 1986, AND RECORDED IN THE BRANDON LAND RECORDS IN BOOK 93 AT PAGE 548 . REFERENCE IS ALSO MADE TO A WARRANTY DEED FROM CONSTANCE KENNA TO WILLIAM BARRETT AND MARSHA BARRETT, WHICH DEED IS DATED OCTOBER 3, 1977 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 83, PAGE 510 OF THE BRANDON LAND RECORDS. THE PRESENT DEED IS GIVEN PURSUANT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HEREIN GRANTORS AND THE HEREIN GRANTEES AND IN ORDER TO CORRECT THE TWO (2) DEEDS REFERRED TO ABOVE AS WELL AS ANY INTERVENING DEEDS IN OUR CHAIN OF TITLE. THE COMMON BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE LANDS AND PREMISES OF THE HEREIN GRANTORS IS AGREED TO BE AS DESCRIBED BELOW, AND THE HEREIN QUITCLAIMED PREMISES CONSISTS OF ALL THE PROPERTY LYING GENERALLY TO THE NORTHWEST, NORTH AND NORTHEAST OF SAID LINE. PROPERTY BEARING IN THIS DESCRIPTION ARE REFERRED TO THE TRUE (ASTRONOMIC) MERIDIAN BASED ON SOLAR OBSERVATION. REFERENCE IS MADE TO A SURVEY PLAT BY TIMORTHY R. HECEI, ‘’LANDS ADJACENT TO PEARL STREET’’, BRANDON TOWNSHIP RUTLAND COUNTY VERMONT’’, WHICH SURVEY PLAT IS TO BE RECORDED IN THE BRANDON LAND RECORDS. BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LANDS OWNED BY ROBERT AND LAURA MALINOWSKI, A 5/8’” IRON REBAR WITH A PLASTIC YELLOW CAP STAMPED “JESS STANLEY LS 549”, FOUND AS A PROPERTY CORNER. THENCE NORTH 19 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST, 111.21 FEET TO A 5/8 INCH BY 48 INCHES IRON REBAR WITH AN ALUMINIUM CAP STAMPED ‘’T .R . HECEI L.S. 578’’ SET FOR A PROPERTY CORNER. THENCE NORTH 36 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST, 64.06 FEET TO THE CENTER OF A 24 INCH RED PINE AGREED TO AS A PROPERTY CORNER. THENCE SOUTH 74 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST, 129.30 FEET TO A 5/8 INCH IRON REBAR WITH A PLASTIC YELLOW CAP STAMPED ‘’JESS STANLEY LS 549’’, FOUND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID MALINOWSKI LAND. TAX ID# 0068-0025 Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description.

Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by a certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days after the date of sale.

The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

DATED: July 6, 2017 By: /S/Rachel K. Jones, Esq. Rachel K. Jones, Esq., Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032

Addison Independent, Monday, August 21, 2017 — PAGE 43

Public Notices Index Addison Central School District (1) Addison County Superior Court (1) Cornwall (1)

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Ferrisburgh (1) Middlebury (2) Orwell (1) Rutland County Superior Court (1)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TOWN OF CORNWALL

The Cornwall Development Review Board will hold a Public Meeting on Wednesday, September 6th 2017, at 7 pm, at the Cornwall Town Hall, located on Route 30 in Cornwall, VT. Purpose(s) of Meeting: To hear a request by West Street Properties, of 1104 West Street, Cornwall, VT, for an update to the driveway configuration contained in the 1683 West Street subdivision approved by the Cornwall Planning Commission on March 6th 2015. The proposed update adds one driveway curb cut on West Street. The curb cut has been approved by the Road Foreman; approval of this update to the subdivision is required by the Development Review Board.

All applications are available to the public at the Cornwall Town Clerk’s office, Route 30, Cornwall, VT. You are free to review the file for any additional information concerning this particular matter.

Persons wishing to be heard at this Public Meeting may do so in person, or may be represented at the meeting by a licensed Vermont Attorney or an authorized agent.

Please note that in accordance with Chapter 117, Section 4464, of the Vermont statutes, participation in the first Public Meeting for any hearing described above is a prerequisite to the right to make subsequent appeal.

8/21

TOWN OF FERRISBURGH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

A public hearing before the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Ferrisburgh will be held at the Town Clerk’s Office on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to consider the following applications and other business: 7:00 PM Approval of minutes from August 2, 2017.

7:05 PM Application # 17-092 (Lewis, for Hoehl Family Real Estate, LLC) to restore a concrete pier; property ID # 04/01/45; conditional use permit.

7:20 PM Application # 17-093 (Knights) to replace an existing patio with a new deck; property ID # 07/01/02; conditional use permit.

7:35 PM Application # 17-094 (Gredick) renovation of existing house and decks with new entry/loft; property ID # 24/20/01; conditional use permit.

7:50 PM Application # 17-046 (Franceschetti) Decision, statement of factual basis and statement of conclusions.

8:15 PM Application # 16-149 (JSCL LLC c/o Sue DeVos) Decision, statement of factual basis and statement of conclusions.

The above applications are available for inspection at the Town Clerk’s Office.

Persons wishing to appear and be heard may do so in person or be represented by an agent or an attorney.

PLEASE NOTE: Participation in the local proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal.

Communications about the above applications may be filed in writing with the Board or at such hearing.

8/21

TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY NOTICE OF PROPOSED CONVEYANCE

In accordance with 24 V.S.A. § 1061, the Middlebury Selectboard hereby gives notice of the proposed terms of conveyance of two easements from the Town of Middlebury (the “Town”) to Green Mountain Power Corporation (“GMP”) and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, LLC (“TOCV”).

The proposed terms are set forth in two proposed Easement Deeds, both of which are on file in the office of the Middlebury Town Manager. The following is a summary of the key terms of the proposed transaction: 1. The Town will convey to GMP and TOCV, at no cost, two easements authorizing the installation and maintenance of cables, wires, and other facilities for the transmission of electricity, telecommunications, and intelligence.

2. The first easement is located on the Town sewer pump station property near the Battell Block off Merchants Row in Middlebury, and is for an underground line extending from GMP Pole 2B in a northwesterly direction to the lands now or formerly of Battell Block Partners LLC. 3. The second easement is located on the Town Water Department property on Chipman Hill off Springside Road in Middlebury, and is for an overhead line commencing from existing GMP pole 7, leading in a southeasterly direction approximately 110 feet to conclude at new GMP pole 7-1 located on a private drive entered off Springside Drive.

4. The specific terms of the easements and the locations and dimensions of the easement areas are more particularly set forth in the proposed Easement Deeds.

This notice will be posted in three public places in the Town of Middlebury (the Town Office Building, the Post Office and the Ilsley Public Library). Notice shall also be published in the Addison Independent, a newspaper of general circulation within the municipality, at least 30 days prior to the date of the proposed conveyance. Unless a petition objecting to the conveyance is filed in accordance with 24 V.S.A. § 1061(2), the Selectboard may proceed with the conveyance.

If a petition signed by five percent of the legal voters of the municipality objecting to the proposed conveyance is presented to the municipal clerk within 30 days of the date of posting and publication of this notice, the Selectboard shall cause the question of whether the municipality shall convey the easement to be considered at a special or annual meeting called for that purpose. After the meeting, the easement may be conveyed unless a majority of the voters of the municipality present and voting vote to disapprove of the conveyance.

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REG. SELECTBOARD MEETING TUESDAY AUGUST 22 • 7:00 P.M.

ROOM 116 – LARGE CONFERENCE RM. 77 MAIN STREET AGENDA 7:00 1. **Call to Order 2. *Approval of Agenda 7:05 3. *Approval of Minutes of August 8, 2017 Regular Selectboard Meeting 4. **Citizen Comments [Opportunity to raise or address issues that are not otherwise included on this agenda] 5. *Appointments to the Conservation Commission Committee 7:10 6. *Infrastructure Chair Susan Shashok with Highlights of the Committee’s August 10, 2017 Meeting, including: 6.a. *Recommendation on Award Bid for South Street/ Chipman Park Storm Water Project 6.b. *Recommendation on Planning Advance Loan Application and Request for Engineering Proposals for Water Main Upgrades 6.c. **Update on FY2018 Water & Wastewater Budgets and Rates 7:30 7. **VLCT Legislative Policy – Update on Draft Survey on Proposed Legislation to Legalize Marijuana Hallam, Project 7:40 8. **David Manager, with an update on the David Page Cotton Mill Project 7:50 9. *John Freidin, former Chair of the Ilsley Library Building Committee, with Highlights of the Final Report on the Ilsley Public Library Feasibility Study 8:00 10. *Approval of Check Warrants 11. *Town Manager’s Report 12. **Board Member Concerns 13. *Executive Session – Anticipated – Contract Negotiations 14. **Action on Matters Discussed in Executive Session 8:15 15. *Adjourn * Decision Item ** Possible Decision If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact the Town Manager’s Office at 388-8100 x-202 as early as possible.

Additional information about most Agenda items is available on the Town’s website, www.townofmiddlebury.org, on the Selectboard page.

Real Estate Now is a great time to buy!

equal housing opportunity All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or persons receiving public assistance, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.”

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500.

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TOWN OF ORWELL HEARING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD

The Orwell Development Review Board will meet on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at 7:30 pm at the Town Clerk’s Office to conduct the following business: 1. Permit # 7-39-19 : Chris Dundon & Stacey Stanhope for a variance/ waiver for relief from setback for construction located at 20 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.

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Addison Central School District is looking for Bids on Fuel Oil and Propane for the 2017-2018 season. If interested, contact Eric Warren at 802-382-1183 or ewarren@acsdvt.org for bid form.

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