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www.vermontnews-guide.com • April 21, 2010

Vol 50 No 1

P.O. Box 1265 • 99 Bonnet Street, Manchester Center, VT 05255

Spaghetti Dinner Above: Carol Kern and Jane Gras will ladle out the spaghetti for you...details on page 3 Below: Zion Preschool children oﬀer a Mother’s Day Beneﬁt...story on page 25

Habitat Beneﬁt Inside

Kendey Watson invites you to an Indoor/Outdoor Tag Sale in Arlington ...details on page 30

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READERS’ LETTERS Equal Pay Day is April 20th

In the 26 years since the passage of the Equal Pay Act, women’s “equal pay” has only risen from 59 cents to 77 cents on the dollar to their male counterparts. The Paycheck Fairness Act (S.182) is a sorely needed update to the original Equal Pay Act signed into law in 1964. This new bill will ensure that women are paid fairly by closing loopholes and creating stronger incentives to prevent pay discrimination which in return will eliminate the fear of being fired and empower women to negotiate for equal pay. As more jobs are lost or become part time, families are dependent upon a woman’s paycheck to make ends meet. Maybe it is the only paycheck. Ensuring that women are paid equally for a day’s work is more important than ever. The Senate is holding hearings about the Paycheck Fairness Act right now. Connect with Senators Leahy and Sanders and tell them to push S.182 onto the Senate floor and pass it now. Remind them that this bill must pass this calendar year or the bill dies on the Senate floor. Pay equity is more than a question of fairness; it’s a question of family survival! Contact Senator Leahy at leahy.senate.gov, 202-224-4242. Contact Senator Sanders at sanders.senate.gov, 202-224-5141. — Jennifer Kern, Bennington, Vermont

...wonderful knitters...

Hello to you wonderful knitters at Yarns for Your Soul! I wanted to let you know how much we have enjoyed admiring and giving out the gorgeous knit hats you donated to the Intensive Care Nursery at Dartmouth. The colors were “just what the doctor ordered!” - so vibrant and beautiful. They have been enjoyed by so many families. The colors and workmanship were impressive and I just wanted to let you all know how much they were (and are!) appreciated by so many. We like to keep a basket of hats at the front desk so families can choose a special one for the little one(s), and the basket certainly got a lot of attention. These hats truly made a difference. Thanks so very much. —Joanna F. Celenza, March of Dimes/CHaD ICN Family Support Specialist, Intensive Care Nursery, Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth, Lebanon, New Hampshire

Meals on Wheels

Suggested donation of $3.25 per meal For reservation or cancellation in Bennington: 442-8012 Manchester: 362-3714 Wednesday, April 21 Egg Salad on Lettuce, Cottage Cheese and Peaches, Carrot and Raisin Salad, Fruit Cocktail, Bread and Milk. Thursday, April 22 Glazed Ham with Pineapple, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans with Red Peppers, Pear Crisp and Milk. Friday, April 23 Macaroni and Cheese, Stewed Tomatoes, Tropical Fruit, Banana Muffin and Milk. Monday, April 26 Beef Pot Pie with Biscuit, Brussels Sprouts, Fruit Cocktail and Milk. Tuesday, April 27 Noodles Romanoff with Chicken, Spinach, Mandarin Oranges, Pork and Beans Bread and Milk. _____________________

IN THIS ISSUE: Antiques & Auctions...........34 Automotive.........................49 Book Review........................14 Classifieds...........................44 Creatures/Environment.......32 Entertainment.....................34 Fine Arts/Crafts...................34 From my Corner...................16 GNAT-TV Schedule............. 10

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Spaghetti Dinner at Northshire Day School

Carolyn Kern and Jane Gras would like to announce that the Northshire Day School is having their fourth Annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser. The spaghetti dinner will be held Thursday, April 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Northshire Day School. This year we are asking families to make a $10 donation and individuals $5. This hearty meal will consist of spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, tossed salad, beverages, and dessert. The money made from this event is going toward art enrichment programs for the preschool children. ________________________________________________

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Sandgate Residents:

It’s that time of year again. Time to apply for a Wuerslin-Stuecklen Memorial Scholarship or Grant. The scholarships are awarded to support the study and practice of the “arts” by any Sandgate resident. The “arts” means creative endeavors including, but not limited to, visual arts, performing arts, and literature. The amount of each award will be determined by the Award Committee. It is for one year only. The Award check will be sent when applicable directly to the chosen institution or depending on available funds. Application forms may be picked up at the Town Clerk’s office, or if you call 375-9075, she will forward a form to your address. Remember, we do not discriminate by age or any other factor. This is for adults as well as children. Return your application to the Wuerslin-Stuecklen Memorial Scholarship and Grant Committee, 3266 Sandgate Road, Sandgate, Vermont 05250 by May 15, 2010, for consideration. Awards will be made by June 15, 2010. ________________________________________________

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Teller of Native American Tales Program Open to the Public

Keith Lawrence, a native of Burlington Vermont will perform Native Americann Tales at the upcoming poets and writers weekend on April 23-25. Keith is of Iroquois descent and has developed a program that shares his love of his ancestry. The public is invited to join Keith for a special presentation on Sunday, April 25 from 10:30 to noon at the Inn at Willow Pond. The event is free. Keith uses artifact reproductions and tradition to help bring life to the stories and culture of Northeast Native Peoples, including 18th century Mohawk dress, authentically crafted from the tips of his moccasins to the top of his Gustowe headdress. The community is invited to explore this popular oral tradition. This program is one of several free events happening over the Manchester and the Mountains Poets and Writers Weekend. Other events free to the public include readings on Saturday, April 24, from 34 p.m., at the Northshire Bookstore and Sunda,y April 25, from 9-10:30 a.m., at the Inn at Willow Pond. The public is also invited to the annual Publisher’s Panel hosted by the Northshire Bookstore on Saturday, April 24 from 4-5:30. For more information about these and other happenings please visit www.greatermanchesterarts.org, or email gmarts06@myfairpoint.net. April 21, 2010

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Ofﬁcial Opening of Maple Hill Cemetery

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Maple Hill Cemetery in Dorset will officially open on Saturday, May 1, and they are requesting that all remaining holiday decorations be removed prior to that date. Any items not removed will be discarded by Cemetery personnel. When placing spring decorations, make sure that they do not conflict with the mowing and maintenance of the Cemetery grounds and we ask that you do not include any artificial decorations. All cleaning and repairs of grave memorials is the responsibility of the individual plot owner. For further information relating to the cemetery, please call 362-4460 or 867-4013. _________________________________________________

“Double the Daylily ... Double the Fun” And a Gift for Mom When All Iis Done!

On Sunday, May 2, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., at Hildene, gardeners of all ages are invited to a Double Daylily Workshop. Activities begin with check in at the Welcome Center. Then it’s off to the pavilion for an overview of the afternoon, gardening tips and discovery await in the Hoyt Formal Garden and the workshop concludes back at the pavilion where participants roll up their sleeves to dig in the dirt and divide their own daylily roots. Best part is, after the heirloom plants are potted, these living pieces of Lincoln family horticultural history can be taken home just in time for Mother’s Day. After all, the Hildene formal garden began as a gift from a child to her mother. That child was Jessie Lincoln, President Abraham Lincoln’s granddaughter, who more than 100 years ago gave the formal garden to her mother, Mary Harlan Lincoln, as a gift in 1907. Materials fee is $5 per person or family. Pre-registration is required by April 30 and space is limited. For further information or to register, call Stephanie at 802-367-7960 or email Stephanie@hildene.org. This is a BYOG event, bring your own gloves.

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Catherine Corcoran Scholarship Application Deadline

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The deadline for completion of the application for a Catherine Corcoran Scholarship Award which is given at the annual meeting of the North Bennington High School Alumni Association is rapidly approaching. The post mark deadline for an application is June 3, 2010. Applications may be obtained at the Mt. Anthony Union High School guidance office or by calling Frieda Pello Sears at 442-43227 or Faye Hardy at 442-4075. Qualified applicants must be a direct or legally adopted descendant of a North Bennington High School Alumnus who will be pursuing a post-secondary education at a trade school, junior college or college. Other qualifications for the awards shall include financial need, academic achievement, effort and community involvement. Students who are continuing their education may re-apply each year for one of these awards. The decision as to the recipients of each annual award shall be made by a majority of the Catherine Corcoran Scholarship standing committee. It is hoped that young people benefiting financially from this scholarship fund will also benefit from an understanding of Catherine Corcoran’s profound ideals and eternal legacy. In order to keep this scholarship fund thriving, donations are always needed and appreciated. The committee is eternally grateful to those who contribute on a yearly basis. This appeal is our only annual fundraising effort. Donations may be sent to NBHS Alumni Association, Catherine Corcoran Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 162, North Bennington, VT 05257.

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Savvy Seniors at Equinox Terrace

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Too many medications prescribed by several different physicians! This was only one of the hazards depicted in humorous but educational skits performed at the Terrace by the Southern Vermont Savvy Seniors. Others were identity theft by scam artists who pose as government agents, diversion of prescription drugs by home healthcare providers, and Medicare fraud and abuse. The performance troupe dramatized preventive measures for each hazard. They included (1) having one physician review all medications to eliminate conflict and overlapping, (2) protecting personal information including Medicare and Social Security numbers, (3) refusing to give out personal information over the phone, (4) safeguarding all prescription medications at home, and (5) immediately reviewing Medicare statements as they arrive in the mail. Terrace residents enjoyed the humor and appreciated the valuable information provided by these dedicated senior volunteers.

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April 21, 2010

It’s All About the Elm at Hildene Arbor Day Celebration

On Friday, May 7, at 1:00 p.m., Hildene invites children grades K-2 in public, private or home schools to join in their annual celebration of Arbor Day. More than 130 years ago, J. Sterling Morgan founded Arbor Day believing that a special day should be set aside each year for tree planting. This idea took root at The Lincoln Family Home three years ago when, for its first Arbor Day celebration, local students planted an American Chestnut tree. In 2009 a Swamp White Oak found a home there with the assistance of area schoolchildren and Steve Burzon of Garden Arts. This year Steve will return to oversee the planting of an Elm. Each year Hildene chooses a tree native to Vermont that is endangered or has become extinct and plants one that is a disease resistant next generation hybrid. In addition to assisting with the planting of the Elm this year, each student who attends will receive a sugar maple seedling to take home. This Arbor Day gathering provides an opportunity to educate children about the importance of preserving tree species and caring for them. Hildene can accommodate up to 100 students for this event and teachers are welcome to have their students bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the grounds prior to planting. This event is free but pre-registration is required due to limited space. To learn more about Arbor Day at Hildene, or to pre-register, call Stephanie at 802-367-7960 or email Stephanie@hildene.org. ________________________________________________

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Flea Market in Arlington

A Flea Market will be held at the Arlington Rec Park and vendors are needed. The Arlington Lions Club will be hosting a series of Flea Markets on the First Saturday of each month from May through September at the Arlington Recreation Park on Historic 7A. Are you looking for tag sale space? A place to sell your jewelry, crafts or goods? Vendor space is available for $20 per day or pay for four days and get the fifth day free! Please call Amanda at 802-768-8076 to sign up or for more information. All proceeds will benefit Lions Club Charities. _________________________________________________

Dorset Church Rummage Sale Reminder

The fabulous shopping day you have been waiting for is on Saturday, April 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Remember outside sales begin at 8:30 a.m.) at the Dorset Church! This year all outside merchandise such as baby accessories, ladies sweaters, sports gear, tools, garden equipment, small appliances, books, and other interesting treasures will go on sale outside at 8:30 a.m. However, sale items inside the church will go on sale at 9:00 a.m. The bag sale will take place from noon – 1:00 p.m. This spring the bag sale will have two offerings, General merchandise bags will cost $2 and Ladies Boutiques bags will cost $10.

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Community Meals in Cambridge

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April 24 will be the next free community meal held in Cambridge. Meals are held on the last Saturday of each month with the exception of November and December at First Baptist Church in Cambridge from Noon to 1:00 p.m. This month’s menu will be three kinds of soups: cream of mushroom, chicken noodle and corn chowder, made-toorder sandwiches, green and coleslaw salads, homemade desserts and beverages. The meal will be provided by Girl Scout Troop #3161. The monthly meals are organized by First Baptist Church of Cambridge, with the assistance of ten different community churches and organizations. Sometimes by the end of the month funds run short and these meals are intended to help stretch food budgets a little further, but also to provide a home-cooked hot meal for those living alone or perhaps needing a little company. All are welcome. First Baptist Church is located on West Main Street between Glens Falls National Bank and the IGA store, Cambridge, New York. Reservations are not necessary. Take-outs will be available for those unable to attend at 1 p.m. provided everyone has been fed. If there are questions, call Bev at 518-677-3327. The next community meal will be held on May 29.

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Booster Club Bingo Night

Manchester, VT – The Burr and Burton Academy Booster Club will be hosting a Bingo night on Saturday, May 1, in the Rowland Center on the Burr and Burton campus. The doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the first game starts at 6:30 p.m. With 12 regular games, 4 special games, a Round Robin, and a U-Pick-Em scheduled, the night will be filled with excitement. To cap off the evening a $500 Jackpot Prize will be given to the first player to cover their complete card in 48 numbers or less. Game entry packages start at $15 and can be purchased at the door. The Booster Club supports all athletes and athletic programs at Burr and Burton Academy. For more information and directions to the Rowland Center, please contact Terry Merrow at 802-824-3134 or email terrymerrow@yahoo.com. _________________________________________________

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Pancake Breakfast Beneﬁt

There will be a Pancake Breakfast to benefit the Sweeney Family on Sunday, April 25, at Jermain Hall in White Creek, New York, starting at 7:00 a.m. For further information or donations please contact Marilyn Robinson at 518-686-9307. ____________________

Super Ham Dinner!

Burst into spring and enjoy a delicious Ham Dinner on Saturday, April 24, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., at the MWA Hall, Route 30, Wells, Vermont. This is not the old time Sugarhouse Dinner, however, it will be a feast that you will want to get your teeth into! Start with a full salad bar with over 20 items, multiple dressings including two of Sue’s tangy maple specials; baked ham with pineapple, cherries and raisin sauce; mashed potatoes, garden peas, rolls, beverages, and top it all off with a “make your own sundae.” Cost is $10 for adults; $6 for youth 12 and under; no charge for children 4 and under. This dinner is presented by the Wells United Methodist Church. For further information, call Audrey at 645-0216 or Ken at 542-0804. April 21, 2010

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Kids Summer Art Camps

International Students Receive Cooking Lesson Battenkill Kitchen in Salem, New York was the gracious host of Taste of Afghanistan on Wednesday, April 7. Two Afghani

exchange students living and attending school in Salem led an informative class teaching their native cuisine. Long Trail

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School Director of International Studies, Simone Hughes attended the session with five of her exchange students and said of the experience, “We would like to give thanks to Battenkill Kitchen for providing our International students with a chance to connect with other exchange students in our area. It was a fun and informative afternoon and we feel privileged to have had this opportunity.”

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Manchester Firehouse Breakfast

The Manchedster Firehouse will be cooking up a breakfast for you on Sunday, April 25, from 7:00 - 11:00 a.m. All you can eat, service with a smile! Raffle drawing for the Orvis Helios carbon fiber fly fishing rod and reel; tickets available at the breakfast, from Lee Krohn at Town Hall, or call Scott Healy at 362-7565. $5 each or 6 for $20. Vermont News Guide

The Southern Vermont Arts Center in Manchester will present two children’s art camps in August. From August 3-6 students will learn about the history, folklore and industry of Vermont as we practice different art techniques in “Exploring the State of Vermont in Art.” Some famous Vermont artists including Norman Rockwell, Sabra Field, and Woody Jackson will be studied. The class will go on to learn about the various state symbols that provide us with a plethora of images for drawing and painting exercises. The week will culminate with one of Vermont’s most famous icons — some Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, of course. From August 10 – 13 “Mythical Beasts and Beauties” will explore the creatures throughout history and from different corners of the world. Students will hear some of the world’s oldest and most interesting stories and learn a variety of art techniques while creating artworks inspired by them. Students will also be able to design their own fanciful creature to replicate in a 3-dimensional form. Developed by Stacy Gates, Children’s Education and Outreach Coordinator, the day long programs will explore art themes both near at hand and from foreign lands. Developed specifically for students entering grades two – six, small classes and multi media projects “will generate enthusiasm and excitement for the arts in everyday life,” said Gates. The Children’s Summer Art Camps are held in the Madeira Education Center from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The Southern Vermont Arts Center is located off West Road in Manchester and can be reached at 802-362-1405.

April 21, 2010

SIMPLY HOME

— by Lisa Laberge

Selecting Paint Colors: When Art Meets Science Peel back the layers of any wall and I am sure you will find a few mistakes in the selection of paint colors. Even experts, on occasion, select the wrong shade now and then. Let’s find out about the science of paint so that we have more confidence in selecting “mistake-proof ” colors for your home. What’s in that paint can anyway? Paint is made from four components: pigments to give the paint color; solvents to make it easier to apply; resins to help it dry; and additives for fillers and antifungicidal agents. While the basic white pigment is titanium dioxide, the whitest material known to exist on Earth, other colors are made from natural and synthetic pigments such as iron oxide for reds, metallic salts for yellows and iron blue for blues. Did you ever wonder why you have to apply more than two coats with less expensive paint? It’s because cheap paint has more solvents per volume and therefore less pigment and resins than better quality paint. You are applying more water, which evaporates and leaves less pigment behind. In the end, you may not be saving as much money as you thought because you will need more product and it will take twice as long. Another factor to consider is the number of colorants in paint. Most paint makers use 12 colorants but superior paint manufacturers create

paint with more colorants, which gives an intense saturation rate creating deeper hues. This creates complex colors that vary all day long with the changing light of the room, making for a very interesting visual experience. Most important of all when selecting paint, bring your swatches into the room that is being painted to see the color in the actual light. According to Mya Kagan, a color expert: “Color is the way our eyes interpret the energies contained within a beam of light! When light touches an object, some of these energies are absorbed and others are reflected back. It’s the energies that are reflected which your eyes collect and then interpret as a specific color.” Doesn’t that sound magical? That is why your paint chip will look different in the store, under fluorescent lights, than it will in your home. Another common mistake is evaluating the color on one of those multi-colored strips from the paint store. It is best to cut away the chip you are interested in and look at it on its own, because it will be influenced by the company it keeps. I realize that this has barely scratched the surface on the story of paint but perhaps knowing a bit about the science behind such a common household product will demystify it and lead to a less frustrating experience in the paint store.

Best Mountains. Best Season Passes. Best Deals of the Year. Sale ends Friday, April 30, 2010.

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Midweek Super Pass Ski and ride three great mountains weekdays. Monday - Friday, non-holiday!

Valid 7 days-a-week, all non-holiday periods. Thatís over 135 days of skiing and riding at three great mountains for one low rate.

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Rates held through 4/30/10. See okemo.com, stratton.com or mtsunapee.com for complete pricing after 4/30/10. Season Pass Holidays are 12/25/10-1/2/11; 1/15/11-1/17/11; 2/19/11-2/25/11. All rates subject to Sales Tax.

For more information visit okemo.com, stratton.com, or mountsunapee.com or call 1-800-78-OKEMO, 1-800-STRATTON or (603) 763-3500. April 21, 2010

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BOOK REVIEW

— Reviewed by Mark Via

Life and Death in a Ski Town

“Double Black” written by Wendy Clinch. Minotaur Books The young heroine of “Double Black,” a murder mystery by Wendy Clinch of Plymouth, had fled Boston and her faithless fiancé to take refuge on the ski slopes of Vermont. In the venerable tradition of the crime fiction genre, Stacey Curtis is a loner at heart, distant from her ambitious parents and long fascinated with the free-spirited existence of the ski bum. Her new life becomes more harrowing than she bargains for, though, when she stumbles upon a dead body in a condo. The grim discovery launches this engaging, fast-paced whodunit, set in the environs of a Green Mountain

ski town that will strike a familiar chord with any Vermont reader. The murder victim is a scion of the wealthy family that owns the Spruce Peak ski resort. Stacey, tending bar at the town watering hole, is in an ideal position to meet the local players and hear the scuttlebutt about the crime. The murdered man’s genteel father and disagreeable, entitled older brother; a homeless veteran; an environmentally conscious ski patroller; the agent of the out-of-state conglomerate set on buying Spruce Peak; these and other colorful personalities are the framework on which the plot

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is built. Do conflicting interests relating to the future of the resort provide a motive for the murder? Or was the act triggered by forces more basic? Clinch is the founder of TheSkiDiva.com, an Internet community for women skiers, and her passion for the sport shines through. A dusting of overnight powder, catching the first chair of the morning, and blue skies over untracked snow are the elements of the perfect day on the mountain. Stacey scorns those who would sully the experience: overconfident middle-aged men, reckless college kids, and hypercompetitive parents dragging their kids onto the expert trails. Much of the book’s appeal is in her acerbic, often humorous take on the people around her, central characters and bit players alike. As a first-time novelist, Clinch acquits herself remarkably well with structure and pacing. She introduces new characters, conveys backstory effectively in dialogue, and allows relationships to deepen. Stacey, at times in alliance with the pragmatic sheriff, chisels away at the mystery. The action accelerates in the last third of the book, and the suspense ratchets up as the key characters converge for the inevitable final reckoning. Mark Via is a freelance writer in Weston. ____________________

The Marble Lodge #76, 100 South Main Street, Danby, Vermont, is offering a breakfast for the public on Sunday, May 2 from 7 to 10 a.m. Included in the menu is French toast and Sausage. Cost of the breakfast is $6.

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Annual Perennial Sale at Hubbard Hall

It’s time to give spring a push start and what better way than with the Hubbard Hall Annual Perennial Sale! This year’s sale takes place on Saturday, May 1, from 9:00 a.m. until noon (or until everything is sold!). Buy sturdy and freshly dug perennials which are shown to thrive in our area from knowledgeable gardeners. There are always lots of the plants that make up the backbone of a successful perennial border as well as some rare and unusual surprises. This sale is a great way to expand the variety of your garden, fill out a new planting or just share lore and experiences with other garden nuts. This is an early spring so be prepared for some lush growth! We invite you to bring divisions of your favorite perennials – we welcome any and all sorts from the easy to the finicky. We are happy to have shrubs as well as herbaceous plants and bulbs. The more people who contribute, the more interesting the sale becomes. Everyone who donates plants to the sale may begin shopping an hour earlier than the general public! Plant donations may be dropped off at The Hall on Friday, April 30, or on Saturday morning after 7:00 a.m. Donors may begin shopping at 8:00 a.m.; the sale opens to the public at 9:00 a.m. and continues until everything is sold! It’s a great way for enthusiastic gardeners to exchange choice plants while supporting Hubbard Hall at the same time! You may also arrange to have your donations picked up prior to the sale day by calling Bliss McIntosh at 518-677-3151. Hubbard Hall is located at 25 East Main Street in Cambridge, New York. April 21, 2010

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Roast Pork Dinner

LIVE MEALWORMS ARE IN!

Etta Ricketts and grandson Liam would like to invite you to a Roast Pork Dinner on Saturday, April 24. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. and is hosted by the Ladies Auxillary and the Danby-Mt.Tabor Volunteer Fire Department at their main firehouse on old Route 7. Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 kids and inludes roast pork, mashed potatoes, homemade gravy, stuffing, vegetables, apple sauce, and homemade pies. Please join us for good food and company. Any questions call Marge 293-5052.

Keep Bluebirds in your backyard with their favorite food.

Next Hildene Walk, Sat. April 24th 7am 48 Center Hill Rd. Manchester, VT (802)362-2270 www.TheVermontBirdPlace.com

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— by Susan J. Coons ...sucker... P.T. Barnum said there’s one born every minute. That was almost me. Last February my daughter and I went to lunch and then shopping at Colonie Center in Albany. My arthritis had calmed down and I could have walked at least a mile that day. I felt terrific! Even felt lucky! So lucky in fact, that when I saw a beautiful 2010 Audi shining and glowing (and even winking at me!) in the center of the mall I spontaneously filled out a raffle form and dropped it into the box. My daughter did the same at my encouragement. Earlier this month I received a notice in the mail announcing that I was a winner! I definitely was going to win either $49,000 in cash or the car or a $1,500 shopping spree or an all expenses paid five night and six day vacation at a resort in Aruba (except tax, gratuity and airfare), or $500 cash. I kept asking, “Are you absolutely certain that I will win one of these four items?” “Yes” the guy on the phone said. I asked him how long the orientation session lasts and his reply was one and a half hours. He said he would mail directions later in the week, which he did. My daughter received the same prize notice. I’m sure that everyone who dropped a raffle note in the ‘box’ was contacted by mail. So, I bit. This isn’t the first time I’ve been a sucker, and unfortunately, it probably isn’t the last. But at least I can tell you my story. Forewarned is forearmed, as they say. My daughter and I chose the same day and time for the orientation. We found out that we had to come in separate cars because there could only be one winner per car. That sounded stupid, but, $500 is $500, so we complied. Two days before our arrival at the “Resort” we received a phone call giving us a reservation number and an 800 number if we had any questions or trouble finding the place. We arrived early Saturday morning, parked our cars, and noticed that it didn’t matter if we drove together or not. We could have had the opportunity of chit chat on the long drive down. We approached the reservation/information desk in the lobby and gave the receptionist our names. She checked us off and told us to have a seat. We didn’t need the reservation number, either. Another bogus requirement. While we waited for our “orientation” we heard the receptionist call for the next up sales representative over the loudspeaker, “Mr. Smith! Your party is here!” in a very upbeat, “boy are you going to have fun today!” kind of voice. After 15 or 20 minutes of people-watching and knowing that we’re all here for the same thing...the money, our sales rep arrived. A woman in her late thirties introduced herself to us and began a friendly conversation as we followed her into a large room with probably 50 small round tables filled with people all talking at the same time. The noise made it difficult to hear anything she was saying. And she, herself said she had trouble hearing with her right ear. That was the first of many “hearing” comments. Another comment frequently repeated was, “we’re not going to hurt you!” Some of her questions were quite personal. I don’t mind sharing much of myself with you, my readers, but there is part of me that I don’t share. She talked about herself, her husband her mother’s memory, her father, and family values. She repeatedly told us she is a Christian. Every

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topic had something to do with family values, spending time with loved ones, her daughter, her child, her baby, ad nauseum. Suddenly a loud bell was rung a couple of times. Everyone stopped talking and waited for an announcement. Was this a fire drill? No. Someone in the area across from where we had gathered had purchased a time share package. There was loud applause and then back to the conversation. She stressed how much traveling she is able to do because she is part of this program. Her mother always wanted to go to Hawaii but died before she was able to go. So as her daughter, she went (with her husband and child for just $194 for one week!), bringing her mother’s ashes along and scattering them where the Hawaiian kings and queens are buried. Tears. Family is so important. As she was telling us about her father, mother, brother, cousins, how they all travel together, how they stay here at her time share unit, and blah blah blah, she was writing numbers and writing over and over them. Then more numbers and arrows, numbers that doubled, numbers that were crossed out with a big X over and over again. And all this with the loud noise of hundreds of voices bouncing from wall to wall and ceiling and down throughout the room. Someone suddenly rang the bell again. Finally silence, if for only a moment. Ah ha! Another sale was rung up! Everyone applauds and we’re back to her scribbling, talking about the expense of travel and family time together. “Remember, you can’t take it with you! Your mother isn’t going to be here forever! I wish I could take my mother to Hawaii!” Her eyes fill up. Finally it was time to look at two model condominiums. It was such a relief to leave the building. We had been sitting for at least an hour politely listening to her. Outside we saw a few people moving about the area, in what I can only describe as a dream-like state. There were some playing miniature golf, slowly; a few in the recreation room; not much animation and no laughter or talking. I’m not sure if I would use the word “staged”, but the experience walking through the resort had the air of a subdued cult. When we finished the “tour” we headed back to the loud noisy “hall” and sat at our table. I told our sales representative that I understand how the system works and it’s all a nice idea but that we cannot make that kind of decision on the spur of the moment. My daughter and I were very polite. Our politeness, however, was very misunderstood. The pressure began to mount on us to buy! She again used the phrase, “We’re not going to hurt you.” The bell rang again. Noise stopped, the new owners were announced, loud applause, and the chatter resumed. The buyers were always folks at the other end of the room, at tables removed from the loud, noisy area. The bell was rung about five times throughout the four hours we were there. Yes, four hours. We repeated, politely, that we were not prepared to spend anything on short notice. “Well, let’s see if I can get someone over here who can help you out. Mr. Smith!” She waves her hand and arm in the air, trying to get the attention of one of three men in suits. I tell her not to bother because really, I’m not going to commit to anything. After more pressure about family time together, taking vacations together, etc., and another 20 minutes, a tall young blonde man comes to the table and says, “I have a difficult time hearing. Why don’t we go to a table at the other end of the room?” I should have walked out then and there. But there was still the vision of a prize! (Continued on page 18) April 21, 2010

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Italian Delight Dinner for Habitat

The Men’s Fellowship of the Federated Church of East Arlington will sponsor an Italian Delight Dinner to benefit Bennington Area Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, April 24. A free-will offering will be taken to help habitat build or renovate houses for those otherwised unable to purchase on the open market. The dinner starts at 6 p.m. in Bailey Hall, next to the church. Only 100 tickets will be sold. For reservations call the church office at 375-2548. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. ________________________________________________ (Corner, contintued) It occurred to me that those for whom the “bell tolled” were always sitting at the other end of the room. Were they shills? Or were they suckers, like me. Now we were sitting there. I immediately took a dislike to this person. His hands were cold and clammy, and he made the most stupid, condescending comment ever spoken to me... “Oh, don’t tell me you’re mother and daughter! You’re really sisters, right?” I looked him straight in the eye and told him I couldn’t believe he said that! And I wasn’t smiling. I clammed up and refused to answer any of his questions about myself, so he finally gets down to the business of trying to sell me something I’m not buying. It was like being in Tijuana where the streets are lined with Mexicans selling their wares. “You like this serape, lady? Cost is $40. I sell it to you for $30.” “I’ll give you $5 for it.” “I sell it to you for $7.50!” “OK, I’ll take it!” The cost kept going down and down and monthly payments were dropping right along with the cost. My daughter and I were laughing at the situation. I still said no. “We’re not going to hurt you,” he said. He asked me for a credit card and my driver’s license, and then he said he’d be right back with the top gun. I’m sure they ran a credit check on me while he was gone, and that was without my permission. In a few minutes an older salesman came to our table and sat across from us. I looked him square in the eye and said, “I’m not signing anything today. And that’s final.” I explained to him that I’m not an impulse shopper. I know how much money I have and I know how to spend it and what I want to do with it. I had to repeat this often for the next five minutes. Again, the comment, “We’re not going to hurt you!” They finally gave up on us and said we could pick up our awards. We had to wait for about 10 more minutes for that. What did we win? Vacations to places where they have financial interests. That’s it. Period. Oh, and we each received a $40 American Express Cash Card for the transportation expense getting there. As I read this over, I realize how dirty it makes me feel. Like I’ve been used somehow. Or punched around. These high-pressure, insensitive sales people have no integrity. The cultish environment was very disturbing. My daughter and I have a very uneasy feeling about the whole experience. When you see a brand new shinny Audi winking at you in some mall, don’t wink back! You can read From My Corner and make comments on the Web at www.tspennysaver.com.

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Manhattan Cabaret Diva Comes to Fort Salem Theater she often appeared as one of the locally-fabled “Wild Women.” She headlined several musical revues at the Cohoes Music Hall, and this past weekend closed a two-week run there as Mama Rose in the iconic musical, “Gypsy.” An actress, comedienne, raconteur, and singer, Nancy TimpanaroHogan has successfully brought her cabaret show to nightclubs and supper clubs around the world. It is appropriate that she has finally found the area’s hidden jewel of a room, the three-year-old Cabaret at Fort Salem Theater. Tickets are $20, which includes a $5 credit for dessert and coffee catered by Norene and Fred’s of Salem, and reservations are highly encouraged as seating is limited. For further information, please call the theater box office at 518-854-9200 or go to the Fort’s Web site: www.fortsalemtheater.com ________________________________________________ Salem, New York is an unlikely place to celebrate Barbra Streisand’s sixty-eighth birthday. And at first blush, cabaret veteran Nancy Timpanaro-Hogan might seem an unlikely candidate to lead the festivities. An award-winning singer and comedienne who opened for Joan Rivers and created a musical telling the life story of Totie Fields, Ms. Timpanaro-Hogan is brash, brassy, and sometimes even bawdy. This Saturday at 8 p.m., in the Cabaret at Fort Salem Theater, Ms. Timpanaro-Hogan, whose unique singing style was inspired by Streisand’s genius, takes on some of the diva’s bestknown songs, in an affectionate salute to her idol. After twenty-five years as one of the leading lights during the golden age of the Manhattan

cabaret scene, Nancy moved back to her native Saratoga County in 2001. An outstanding singer with impeccable comic timing, Nancy Timpanaro garnered rave reviews while receiving the most coveted recognition from her performing and producing peers: two MAC and four Bistro Awards. The New York Times praised her “… stateof-the-art cabaret … TimpanaroHogan dances on its cutting edge, swirling impromptu pathos around to create a heady, dazzling show.” Variety summarized: “Timpanaro’s funny, … but her singing is extraordinary.” Her relocation did not slow her down: she was a staple in the Albany and Saratoga cabaret for several seasons. When not performing in her own show,

Danby/Mt. Tabor Senior Luncheon

The Danby/Mt. Tablr Seniors will meet next on April 28 at the Parsonage in Danby on South Main Street. The menu will include chicken on a biscuit, mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts, and cookies for dessert. Cost is $3.25 for seniors; under 60, $4. Reservations must be made by April 24. A 50/50 raffle and bingo will follow the luncheon.

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On Monday April 12 a fire burned my tenant (Dorothy) out of her apartment in Cambridge, New York. Luckily my handyman and his wife, my brother and I were already on site working on another apartment. We were able to keep Dottie from going back into the apartment to rescue her three dogs. Fire was already heavily burning the kitchen but my brother Tom was able to rescue two of the dogs. I went in and could not make my way to the bedroom to get the other dog. My handyman and I were able to get the bedroom window open and found the third dog. It was a flurry of activity even before the fire department arrived. Sadly Dottie’s pet birds did not survive. Dorothy is 76 years old, and had a stroke a few years ago, so while she is able to live independently, she is limited in her activities. She had no renter’s insurance and has had a major loss. Fire damaged the kitchen and heavy smoke/soot damaged every other room. She has decided to move into my other apartment right next door. Oddly enough, one of my other tenants just moved out of the apartment. I had just completed needed repairs to that apartment when this fire occurred. I am putting out a call for assistance for her benefit. Anything that was not burned in Dottie’s apartment would need to be cleaned before it could be reused. Anything upholstered is destroyed. I have asked Dottie to go shopping with her grandson for a mattress and box spring (full size) which I think is needed in order for her to live in the new apartment. Even this one item is a hardship for her, since Dottie is on a fixed income and had no insurance. A fund for her is being set up at the Glens Falls Nation Bank, Cambridge Office, 25 West Main Street, Cambridge, New York 12816. Checks can be made payable to Dorothy Hill. Send your mail directly to the bank with the word Donation on the outside of the envelope. Other donations of furniture and household items can be directed to Dottie through me. Since Dottie’s new place is a one bedroom apartment, we will try to coordinate these items so that there isn’t duplication. Donations of time will be needed since all of Dottie’s salvageable items will need to be cleaned before they can be reused or stored. I will send a follow-up email with details of when this could happen. Storage boxes or plastic storage containers would be most gratefully accepted at this time. I have already received offers of people wanting to help. This isn’t the first time I have reached out to you to help a fire victim so I really appreciate your support. Thanks, — Jeff Nichols, Cambridge, New York jeffreynichols@usa.net 518-852-3868

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Fitness instructor Jon Bottomms invites the community to support Frank Hane’s Solo Cross Country Bike Ride for Prostate Cancer Research by taking a Kabox Class. From April 26 through May 1, Bottomms will donate $10 of the drop in class fee for every new person who takes the popular cardio/toning class at the Vermont Country Store Fitness Center. On June 1 Frank Hanes, co-owner and innkeeper of The Inn at Manchester, will leave Anacortes, Washington and pedal his bike east for almost two months until he reaches the Atlantic Ocean on Maine’s rocky coast. Frank is embarking on this once-in-a-lifetime event to bring attention to and raise funds for prostate cancer and the need for additional research funding. To learn more about his journey visit www. innatmanchester.com/ridewithfrank. ________________________________________________

Harpist to Perform at First Baptist Church

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Sixteen year old harpist Alix Raspe will perform on Sunday, April 25 at 3 p.m., at the First Baptist Church in Manchester Center, Vermont. Alix Raspe has been a student of harp since 8. Currently a junior at Greenwich High School in Connecticut, she is enrolled at the Juilliard Pre-College Music Program in its Harp Division. In 2007, Alix received the Annapolis Music Festival Maestro Award as an outstanding soloist. That same year, she was an extra in the motion picture, “Reservation Road” and premiered a composition for harp and orchestra commissioned for her and the Greenwich Central Middle School Orchestra entitled “Fidele” and “Esperance” by noted contemporary composer, Catherine McMichael. Alix has participated in summer festivals at the Bowdoin International Music Festival in Brunswick, Maine and Interlochen in Traverse City, Michigan. Alix was a student of harp at the Hoff-Barthelson Music School in Scarsdale, New York, and at the Westchester Conservatory of Music in White Plains, New York. Alix has had the distinct privilege of performing with the Juilliard Pre-College Symphony Orchestra, the Norwalk Youth Symphony in Norwalk, Connecticut, the Interlochen Symphony Orchestra in Traverse City, Michigan, the Stamford Young Artists Orchestra in Stamford, Connecticut, and the Music for the Planet Improvisational ensemble in its Winter Solstice Concerts in Westport, Connecticut. Alix is presently studying with noted harp performers June Han and Bridget Kibbey at Juilliard, and has studied harp with Ruth Berman Harris, Ellen Foster, Wendy Kerner-Lucas and Alyssa Reit. In and around Manchester, Alix has performed at the Dorset Inn, the United Church of Dorset and West Rupert and Equinox Terrace in Manchester. Alix and her family enjoy vacationing in the Manchester area and skiing in southern Vermont. The First Baptist Church is located at the corner of Main and Bonnet Streets in Manchester Center, Vermont. A suggested donation of $10 will be collected at the door. The proceeds from this concert will benefit the First Baptist church Piano Fund toward the purchase of the Kawai Grand Piano that graces its sanctuary. For further information, please call Jeff Linebeck at 362-3796. April 21, 2010

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Art of Action Exhibition Returns to Area With Opening at SVAC

Manchester welcomes the return of “The Art of Action: Shaping Vermont’s Future Through Art” on May 8 with an opening in the Yester House Galleries at the Southern Vermont Arts Center (SVAC). The exhibition is collaboration between the Vermont Arts Council and philanthropist Lyman Orton and Janice Izzi. Ten visual artists were commissioned to create suites of artwork that address issues identified by Vermonters as essential to our state’s future. The exhibition began its statewide tour on September 1, 2009 in Manchester with an opening planned by the Manchester Chamber of Commerce at Hand Motors. Hundreds of guests attended the opening setting the stage for even more response to its return. The work on display differs from the original exhibition pieces and offers May’s visitors further insights into Vermont’s future. Informed by research conducted by the Council on the Future of Vermont, the artwork created for the “Art of Action” is designed to inspire Vermonters to achieve their vision for our state’s social, cultural and political landscape. At the Southern Vermont Arts Center, visitors will view twenty-six pieces of art that form one of the two traveling “Curator’s Choice Tours” that has been seen across the state and in Washington DC over the past nine months in both traditional and non-traditional exhibition sites. The work will be for sale at this time. The show concludes in Burlington on July 15. The “Art of Action” artists are Susan Abbott, Gail Boyajian, David Brewster, Annemie Curlin, Phillip Godenschwager, Curtis Hale, Valerie Hird, Kathleen Kolb, Janet McKenzie and John M. Miller. Several of the artists including Susan Abbott, Gail Boyajian, Valerie Hird Janet McKenzie and Kathleen Kolb have exhibited at SVAC. In conceiving the “Art of Action” show, philanthropist Lyman Orton believed in the simple premise “that artists should have a seat at the table in all communities and states that are exploring their future. Art serves to communicate to a broader audience than that influenced by mere pie charts, graphs and data tables, by instead communicating in the universal language of human emotion.” The Art of Action is on view at the Arts Center through June 15.The exhibition coincides with the opening of the new season on the hill. Visitors will also have an opportunity to see the work on display in the 81st Member’s Exhibition and a show of New England furniture titled “Out of the Woods: Works by New England Furniture Makers, “ curated by Inez McDermott. The Outdoor Sculpture Gardens open featuring

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the work of Gregory Smith and David Tannic. All work is available for sale. There will be a free opening reception Saturday, May 8 from 4 – 6 p.m. The Southern Vermont Arts Center is located off West Road in Manchester and can be reached at 802-362-1405 or visit online at www. svac.org. The Arts Center is open Tuesday–Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. ________________________________________________

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The next bird walk at Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home in Manchester will be Saturday, April 24, meeting at the Visitor’s Center at 7 a.m. Please Note: We are now on our early schedule. Our last walk, April 10, recorded a couple of early warblers, palm warblers and pine warblers. With the sighting of palm warblers the Hildene master count was boosted to 119 species. We can expect lots more warbler activity - and lots more birds - during our next walks. The next two walks are scheduled in May: May 8 and May 22. These walks will begin at 7 a.m. Bird walks are open to all and are beginner to advanced to family friendly. Binoculars are available to borrow. Please contact Randy at the Vermont Bird Place for more information, 362-2270. _________________________________________________

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Cecilia Galante to Visit Poultney Public Library

The Poultney Public Library is proud to present an evening with Cecilia Galante, author of books for children and young adults on Friday, April 30 at 6 p.m. Meet Cecilia, learn about her newest book, “Willowood,” and discuss the world of writing. This is a free program. For further information, please call the library at 287-5556.

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Summer Dance Camps

Petite Ballet Camp is for children ages 3, 4 and 5 years of age. It is a half day program for a week consisting of ballet and creative movement, plays and lots of arts and crafts. There are crowns with jewels, wands with tulle and baby bears with tutus. The dates are as follows: June 21, June 28 and July 19, for 3, 4 and 5 year olds. It’s known that there is a connection with movement and brain development in this age group. Children learn social skills, sensory and motor development, vocabulary, patterns, directions and music appreciation. The Summer Dance Program for 5, 6 and 7 year olds is a full day program for the weeks of July 5 and July 12. This program offers ballet technique, hiphop, tap and jazz classes daily and includes plays and arts and crafts.

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The Summer Dance Program for 8 to 10 year olds is July 26 and August 2. These full day programs are more structured, having a daily ballet class, a modern class and choreography in both. This teaches discipline, and an understanding of the elements of dance technique, body alignment and music appreciation. Advanced students, all dance programs August 9-August 13 ages 10-15. Marilyn Cavallari, Director of the School, teaches all camps; a biography is available upon request. Guest teachers to be announced. Class size is limited, register early. For a brochure or further information, please call 802 362-0759. _________________________________________________

Equinox Explorers Summer Camp

Summer camp for 2010 has been completely redesigned! Say “goodbye” to Camp Cowabunga and Manchester Parks and Recreation Day Camp. Say “hello” to seven weeks of adventure, friendship, and nature at the Equinox Explorer Camp. Equinox Explorers will focus primarily on outdoor activities in our natural settings. Campers will actively participate in programs that will introduce survival skills awareness, hiking etiquette, water safety, boating, orienteering, flora and fauna, tree and leaf identification, nutrition and much, much more! Both Project Wild and Project Adventure curriculums will be utilized throughout the summer. Every camper will receive a BPA free nalgene-style water bottle and tee shirt. The camp runs for seven weeks. You can sign up for individual weeks or the entire seven weeks. The first session runs June 28-July 2 and the last session runs August 9-13. Hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Early and late supervision are available, too. For more information and registration please go to our Web site. www.manchesterrec.com, or contact Nancy Lewis at n.lewis@manchester-vt.gov or 362-1313. Smart Kids Camp at the Park Smart Kids Camp returns for another week of important safety lesson geared toward pre-schoolers. This popular program teaches essential safety lessons and provides valuable educational experiences in a fun camp setting. Special guests include the Manchester Rescue Squad, Manchester Police, and Amy from the Battenkill Sports Bicycle Shop. Each camper should bring a snack and wear play clothes and sneakers. This camp fills up fast so register early. The camp runs June 21-25 from 9a.m.-noon. Drop off and pick up at the Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park Pavilion by playground. There is a fee. For fees, more information and registration please go to our Web site www.manchesterrec.com. ________________________________________________

Burr and Burton Summer Camps for All Ages!

For the first time Burr and Burton is offering four summer camps for adults in addition to its athletic, art and tech camps for kids. There are two sessions of Ceramics Camp the week of June 28 and the week of July 5. Sign up for Photoshop Camp the week of July 5 and learn amazing tools. Sign up for Adobe Flash Camp the week of July 12 and Web Design Camp the week of July 26. All adult camps run from 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. and take place on campus. For the kids there are exciting new camp offerings including tennis, field hockey, music, techsploration, softball, gamers, ceramics, Photoshop, Adobe Flash and Web Design. There is girls lacrosse, football, soccer, baseball, basketball, and dance. For more information and to register go to bbacamps.ticketjunior.com. Contact Camp Director Kevin Morrison: kmorrison@burrburton.org.

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Interfaith Council of the Northshire Sponsors Faith and Nature Camp Spear Throwing, Flint Knapping, Building Shelters and so much more

Faith and Nature Camp is a most affordable and exciting nature based weeklong summer day camp. From August 2-6, campers aged 8-13 will experience an action packed week of activities while learning about environmental stewardship. In a rustic and beautiful setting of woods, river and meadows in Rupert, children will participate in a wide variety of activities and programs led by local experts and educators who are leaders in their field. Free bus transportation provided from Arlington, Manchester and Dorset. Over the course of the week campers will have the opportunity to experience canoeing, hiking, bee keeping, swimming in the Mettowee, mountain biking, shelter building and spear throwing to name just a few. Faith and Nature Camp focuses on several themes including wilderness survival, responsible forestry, airborne pollinators, aquatic life, and shelters. By framing these outdoor studies in the context of worship and spirituality, children come to value and appreciate the sanctity of our natural resources. Included in the cost of camp, on Wednesday, July 28 at 6 p.m., there will be a Pre-Camp Family Night where parents and campers gather at the Calfee/Davis Farm to discuss our roles as parents and educators in inspiring a love, reverence and stewardship for nature. It is also a time to see the camp, meet the staff and gain a better understanding about what activities your child will be engaging in throughout the week. We are very fortunate to include in the evening internationally renowned architect, Bill Reed, who will speak about the practice of whole and living system designs. Sustainability is ultimately about sustaining all life. The current trend of making buildings, cars, light bulbs, products and processes more efficient is simply the beginning point for achieving this goal. In order to achieve a truly sustainable condition, we need to redevelop a conscious understanding of the system of life-giving processes that shape the places we live in order to reintegrate our building — and our communities — with life on Earth. Of course, the conclusion and one of the highlights of the evening will be having the s’mores by the campfire! Sponsored by the Interfaith Council of the Northshire, the camp day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Calfee/Davis Farm on Route 30 in Rupert, Vermont. Free bus transportation is provided from Manchester and Dorset. Applications are available at the office of the participating congregations below or by calling 867–2260. The deadline for registration is May 15. The Interfaith Council of the Northshire is a community of faith committed to the enhancement of spiritual growth and enrichment of fellowship and understanding and the empowerment and of love and social care. Member congregations include: St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church, First Congregational Church of Manchester, United Church of Dorset in East Rupert, The Congregational and United Methodist churches of Rupert, Federated Church of East Arlington, First Baptist Church, Israel Congregation and Zion Episcopal Church. Please join us for a fun filled, educationally nurturing, and spiritually nourishing week. April 21, 2010

Zion Preschool Spring Fundraiser

In honor of Mother’s Day and in celebration of spring and the warm growing season ahead, Zion Preschool is having a hanging flower basket sale. West Shaker Farm and Greenhouses in Albany will be supplying a premium selection of 10” flowering baskets in a variety of different flowers and colors. All baskets are $24, with payment due at the time of your order. Baskets will be delivered to the preschool and ready for pickup on Monday, May 3. Please contact Amy Panetta at 362-3066 for an order form or place your order after church services at Zion Episcopal Church on Sunday Sunday, April 25. The proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the preschool’s scholarship and enrichment programs

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Master Gardener Talk at Mark Skinner Library

Join Master Gardener Cindy Lewis on Saturday, April 24 at 4:00 p.m., at the Mark Skinner Library: Manchester’s Public Library. Lewis will present a spring prep talk on using annuals and perennials to extend the bloom season and stretch your dollar. Composting with worms will also be highlighted. Lewis will welcome questions during and following the presentation. Lewis, a Master Gardener for the UVM Extension Service and Master Gardener at Hildene, specializes in the historical garden. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments served. For pre-registration and information: 362- 2607. ________________________________________________

Community Activity

The Wallingford Conservation Commission is having a speaker from “Staying Connected — Adirondacks to the Green Mountains.” There are two wildlife corridors in Rutland County, one in Wallingford. Learn about maintaining these corridors. This meeting is free and open to the public, and will be of particular interest to conservationists and town planners. This meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 21, at 6:30 p.m., at the Wallingford Town Hall. For further information, please call Monica Erhart at 446-7030 or Monica.erhart@gmail.com. ________________________________________________

Grace Cottage Hospital Hosts ‘Ask the Doctor’ Session

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Do you have a medical topic that you would like to learn more about? Grace Cottage Hospital is offering you that opportunity. Grace Cottage Internist Dr. Evan Ginsberg will host a question-and-answer session, focused on whatever medical questions the audience would like to pose. This session is open to the public, free of charge. It will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 9:30-11:00 p.m., in Grace Cottage Hospital’s Community Wellness Center, 133 Grafton Rd., Townshend. Refreshments will be served. Dr. Ginsberg has been a member of the Grace Cottage staff since January 2009. As an internal medicine physician, he specializes in preventive and diagnostic medicine for adults. He is a Fellow with the American Board of Internal Medicine and has 30 years of clinical experience. From 1980-2009, Dr. Ginsberg practiced in Hamden, Connedticut. He is an attending physician at Yale-New Haven Hospital and the Hospital of Saint Raphael, and he is also a Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Ginsberg has been voted by his peers as one of the Best Doctors in America (1999, 2008, and 2009) and one of the Top Doctors in Connecticut (1999). The public is invited to this free event. No pre-registration is necessary. For information, call 802-365-3649.

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Healthcare Rally Bus Trip

The Rutland Healthcare is a Human Right Organizing Committee announces that on May 1, 2010 we are sponsoring a bus trip to the healthcare rally in Montpelier. All those interested in healthcare for all are invited to join us in Montpelier on Saturday, May 1. Neighbors from around the state will rally for healthcare for all, and will demonstrate support for legislation to implement healthcare initiatives in our state. The bus will leave the Grace Church parking lot, Rutland, at 9:00 a.m. and return after the rally concludes at noon. The cost for the bus trip is $15. If you cannot pay for the trip our benefactors will enable you to ride for free. Reservations are suggested. Please call Tim at 802-558-0389 or email him at timabraham@gmail. com. Tim Abraham and The Healtchcare is a Human Right Rutland County Organizing Committee For more information about the Healthcare is a Human Right Campaign go to www.workerscenter.org/healthcare or call 802-8614892.

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VT-NH Komen Race for the Cure Seeks Rafﬂe Selling Volunteers

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The Komen VT/NH Race for the Cure® is in need of volunteers to man the tables and sell some raffle tickets in Manchester, Vermont, in advance of this year’s race. The dates and places are May 22 and July 3 in front of the Lilly Pulitzer store on Main Street and May 29 and June 26 in front of Shaw’s Supermarket, likewise on Manchester’s Main Street. Anyone who’d like to help out on any or all of those dates – they needn’t be available the whole day – can download a Volunteer SignUp form from vtnhkomen.org (under Race for the Cure tab), email Volunteer co-Chair Susan Stuermer at sstique@yahoo.com, or call her at 802-375-6987. You can also call and leave a message at the Race office at 802-362-2733. Through events like the Komen VT-NH Race for the Cure – this year’s race is on Saturday, July 17, at Hildene Meadows – the VT-NH Affiliate has netted more than $6.7 million in 18 years. Of that, more than $1.7 million supported Komen’s research program and more than $5 million underwrote breast cancer education, screening and treatment in Vermont and New Hampshire. _________________________________________________

RRMC Names Daniel M. Foley, M.D. 2010 Physician of the Year

Rutland Regional Medical Center announced today that Daniel M. Foley, M.D., F.A.C.O.G has been named Rutland Regional Medical Center’s 2010 Emelie Munson Perkins Physician of the Year for his leadership in creating the new Women’s Health Care Unit at Rutland Regional and his role as a physician leader in Rutland Regional Medical Center’s capital campaign effort to raise $1.25 million towards the purchase of a new linear accelerator for the Foley Cancer Center. “Dr. Foley’s leadership, integrity and professionalism are nothing short of inspiring,” said Tom Huebner, CEO, Rutland Regional Medical Center. “We are very proud to have a physician of his caliber caring for our patients in our facility, and we recognize the incredible value his being in Rutland brings to the entire community.” Dr. Foley is the Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and serves on the Medical Executive Committee, the Infectious Disease Committee, and the Finance Committee. Dr. Foley holds degrees from Providence College, Connecticut College and the University Of Vermont College Of Medicine where he received the OB/GYN Recognition Award. Dr. Foley completed his training and residency at Vanderbilt University and the American College of Physician Executives Degree program. Dr. Foley is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and American College of Physician Executives. Dr. Foley will be recognized at the eighth annual Grand Parada on Friday, April 30, at the Killington Grand Resort in Killington, Vermont. For more information on the Grand Parada, please contact Bernadette Robin at 802-747-3634. The Emelie Munson Perkins Award was created in memory of Dr. Perkins who served the community in a variety of roles. Past recipients include: Allan Eisemann, M.D., David A. Austin, M.D., Peter D. Upton, M.D., John F. Dick, M.D., David Keller, M.D., Gordon R. Kelly, M.D., Kirk Dufty, M.D., and Michael Robertello, M.D.

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At times, it seems as if hearing is a second-rate sense to vision in our visually oriented modern society. But there is nothing second rate about the ramifications of untreated hearing loss. In fact, many people with hearing loss delay getting help because they are unaware of the fact that receiving early treatment for hearing loss can literally transform their lives. Untreated, hearing loss can have many negative consequences that are not regularly associated with hearing problems. Those who struggle with hearing loss may be subject to subtle or even overt discrimination and be excluded from gatherings, conversations and meetings. The inability to communicate effectively can ultimately lead to frustration, anxiety, social isolation and depression. While close to 30 million people in the United States have hearing loss, the majority have not received treatment. Yet extensive research demonstrates that treatment with modern hearing aids brings measurable improvements in social, emotional, psychological, and physical well being, for both patients and their spouses. The good news is that, with treatment, those suffering even mild hearing loss can gain: • Greater eﬀectiveness on the job and better earning power. (An estimated 65% of people with hearing loss are younger than retirement age.) • More participation in group activities like church services. • Improved interpersonal relationships, greater intimacy and a better sense of control in professional, social and family gatherings. The fact is that better hearing is a critical aspect of effective communication. Hearing is crucial to developing meaningful relationships and the ability to enjoy life, whether it is participating fully in a conversation between friends, or enjoying aesthetic pleasures like music, the leaves rustling in the wind, or the cooing of a child. Better hearing helps you perform better, whether in business situations or engaging in hobbies or sports – all of life’s activities that include a wealth of auditory cues and signals. Better hearing also gives you an enhanced sense of security, and is critical where safety is a concern – for instance when caring for young children. So, if you suffer from a mild, moderate or severe hearing loss and have yet to seek help from an audiologist, consider all the benefits of better hearing described above. Do not wait until you are retired to treat your hearing loss. You shouldn’t delay the ability to enjoy a fuller, more satisfactory life . . . for you and your family There will be a free hearing screening at Manchester Health Services on May 10, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Provided by Katherine J. Lowkes, Au.D., Audiologist at Mid-Vermont ENT. Appointments are necessary, please call 362-2126.

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Indoor-Outdoor Tag Sale

The Arlington American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post #69 is holding an Indoor/Outdoor Tag Sale and Flea Market on April 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Outside space is available by calling 375-9631. A Cabin Fever Basket Raffle will be drawn at 3 p.m. on April 25. See you there! ________________________________________________

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‘ Voices From Chernobyl’

A public reading of “Voices From Chernobyl,” which recounts the human toll of a 1986 nuclear disaster in Chernobyl, Ukraine, is planned for Friday, April 30. The Peace Resource Center is sponsoring this free event, set for 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse on 108 School Street Bennington, Vermont. On April 26, 1986, an explosion and fireball gutted the plant during a maintenance test. Memories of survivors were collected for the 10th anniversary of the accident in 1996, in a book called “Voices From Chernobyl: The Oral History of the Nuclear Disaster,” by Svetlana Alexievich. It’s some of those accounts that will be read aloud by performers at the UU Meetinghouse. A discussion period will follow the reading. For more information, contact Claude DeLucia at 442-4361.

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Please come to the annual Spring Rummage Sale at First Congregational Church in Manchester on Friday, April 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. This is sponsored by the Women’s Fellowship and all the proceeds go to the many missions and organizations that we support. We offer white elephant items, too numerous to mention, some antiques, a variety of books, music, linens, and a lot of clothing to enhance anyone’s spring wardrobes. There is a boutique, where you can find something more upscale for a special occasion, or something for a spot in your home or a lovely gift for someone. On Saturday May 1, we will have the sale from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and shop till you drop! For information, call the church office at 362-2709.

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ANTIQUES 15th Anniversary for Slate Valley Museum

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We begin our 2010 15th anniversary year calendar of exhibits, programs, and events with a wonderful and unlikely exhibit: Quarryman’s Daughter: ItalianAmerican Jennie Labate and Her 1930s Fashion Drawings, which opens Saturday, April 24 and runs through July 3. Jennie, who is 96 years old, will be present

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The Manchester Lions Club has won the paint-decorated cabinet created by Susan J. Coons. The winning number is 674849. Susan thanks everyone who generously donated their funds to this worthy cause of helping to defray the cost of prosthetic devices to those women and children of Haiti who suffered amputations without the benefit of anesthesia. The funds raised will go directly to Doctors Without Borders to be used for this specific purpose.

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at the opening. It’s a touching “American Dream” story, and her drawings are amazing. In conjunction with the exhibit, we have scheduled a “Fashion Intensive for Junior High Teens” and “Fashion After Hours”, a very elegant fundraising event that includes a showing of the 1930s movie The Divorcee with Norma Shearer, whom Jennie met! So fun. Please help us spread the word. The Slate Valley Museum is located in Granville, New York. April 21, 2010

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CREATURES & ENVIRONMENT picking and cleaning dandelions for our dinners and for the chickens. Nature Notes — By Bonnie Dundas Ahh spring, and those fresh greens waiting for us to enjoy them. Birds are returning early and in large numbers this spring. Several species have already started investigating nesting sites and indeed, are nesting. Bluebirds, chickadees, starlings, house sparrows, tree swallows, phoebes, canada geese, robins, and tufted titmice are showing breeding behavior here in our yard and the great blue herons are back in their communal nesting trees on route 7 north of Arlington. The North Bennington Graded School kindergarteners saw an adult bald eagle soaring above West Street and Ruth Kosch told me she has seen eagles three times this spring. When you are outside look up occasionally as you might also see eagles soaring or perching in trees along rivers. A bear visited Scott’s feeders this week. So be aware that they are out and about looking for an easy meal. If you have had bears in the past it is time to take your feeders down. Flowers (daffodils, tulips, bleeding hearts, forsythia, magnolias, and fruit trees) are blooming early and making a striking show around the county. Wildflowers (colts foot, violets, trillium, and cowslips) are less showy but make a quiet statement along roadsides and in the woods. One of the nicest places to take a walk and look for wildflowers is the Mile-Around Woods in North Bennington next to the ParkMcCullough House. It’s also a great place to take children for a walk. Our chickens are laying their wonderful eggs: white, brown and green. Scott harvested some tasty Shiitake Mushrooms that he seeded a few years ago and I had a delicious omelet for lunch. Dick has been busy

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Sustainable Living Presentation

Sustainable Design of Vermont continues its free monthly“Sustainable Living” series at the Northshire Bookstore, Thursday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m. This month’s presentation focuses on “Sustainable Forests” featuring talks by Chris Brooks of the Vermont Pellet Company and Alan Calfee of Calfee Woodland Management LLC. Chris Brooks is CEO of Vermont’s first wood pellet mill located in North Clarendon, Vermont. The mill supplies the area with over 10,000 tons of pellets annually, replacing over 1 million gallons of fuel oil. Come learn how Chris makes all this happen using locally grown trees. Alan Calfee is a professional forester and conservationist who has been practicing forestry in southern Vermont for over 20 years. He helps woodland owners sustainably manage their properties, worked extensively with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and enjoys sharing his passion for hands-on forest management. Celebrate Earth Day by being a part of Vermont’s shift toward sustainability. ________________________________________________

Community Council on Creating a Post-Carbon Manchester for Earth Day

How can we respond to the Climate Crisis? How can we get Manchester on the path of sustainble development? What would you like to see in Manchester’s future? Come join the Community Council at the Northshire Bookstore, on Earth Day, April 22, from 6-7 p.m. Several environmental advocates will present their ideas, and followed by a moderated discussion. Transition Town Manchester seeks to gather our community’s vision for a post-carbon future. The Town Selectboard will re-write the Town Plan next year, and TTM will be offering suggestions based on your imput! More information is available at www.transitiontownmanchester.blogspot.com. ________________________________________________

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Take a walk or a drive and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. What are you seeing? 802-447-7433 cockatielvt@yahoo.com. _________________________________________________

Attention hikers, skiers, dog walkers, birders, snowshoers, students and nature lovers! The Equinox Preservation Trust and Manchester office of the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) are seeking volunteers to assist with preparing the Preserve trails for the busy seasons ahead. Projects include raking leaves from waterbars on the Blue Summit Trail, painting blazes on the Maidenhair Trail and building a footbridge on the Flatlanders Trail. Come help us celebrate the 40th Earth Day! No experience is necessary! Some tools will be provided; please feel free to bring along a shovel, leaf or iron rake, or hammer. Save the date: Saturday April 24. We will meet at the Red Gate parking lot at the end of West Union Street at 9 a.m. Please call the Manchester VINS office at 362-4374 for more information and to sign up.

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Mitzy is a 7 year old female whose owner could no longer afford to care for her. She is certainly classified as shy, independent and aloof, though friendly and submissive upon forming a bond. She is easily stimulated and enjoys some good play time. If you think you could possibly fall in love with this girl, come on in and meet Mitzy. Mitzy and other pets are available at Second Chance Animal Center, Route 7A, Shaftsbury, Vermont. For information, please call 375-2898. ________________________________________________

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Sunday, April 18, 9 a.m.: Crown Point Road, Weathersfield. Hike along a section of the original military road and visit historic Grout cemetery. Moderate, 3.5 to 4 miles with 900 feet elevation gain. There are some very steep grades. For further information, please call leaders Barb and Barry Griffith at 492-3573.

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Adrift on a Sea of Stories

Can an English major find excitement and adventure on the high seas? After a seven-year circumnavigation, including 45,000 miles at sea and calls in 45 countries, Dom Degnon has the answer. Sail magazine called his book “Sails Full and By,” which chronicles his voyage “... a delightful adventure in the spirit of Mark Twain.” The Publishers Weekly review stated “Degnon’s breezy account of his extended voyage provides entertaining adventure and a refresher in geography. ...Sailors will cherish this book.” Dom has received rave reviews for his appearances as well. “To hear Dom Degnon speak is to experience the wry humor of his prose and receive the extra added attraction of some nautical theatrics. Not to be missed.” (New England Aquarium, Boston, MA.) “... He captures the listeners. His delightful sense of humor, a quality he says you must bring on such a venture, shines throughout his presentation. Dom is a definite crowd-pleaser and only the greatest accolades could be heard from those attending...” (SAIL-A-WAY). “If I could come up with a way to do all my Pelagic programs for the rest of the year just using you, I would. On behalf of the club officers and members, I wish

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to thank you for a most spell-binding evening...” (Pelagic Sailing Club). The Dorset Players invite you to join them on April 23 at 7:30 p.m. for a fundraising evening of stories and slides entitled “Adrift on a Sea of Stories; Around the World in Seven Years” featuring circumnavigator and Dorset Players board member Dom Degnon. In addition to his work with the Players, Dom is a former Coast Guard officer and school teacher. A graduate of Wesleyan University and Middlebury College’s Bread Loaf School of English, he has written extensively for Cruising World, Ocean Navigator, and Sail and for magazines in Australia. He has given slide-lecture presentations across the U.S. Copies of Dom’s book (Sheridan House hb list $29.95) will be available for purchase at $20 with all proceeds going to the Playhouse. Copies may be reserved by calling Sheila Conway at 867-5570. Tickets for the evening are $10 and will be available at the door. ________________________________________________

T-Shirt Design Winner

Dr. Moss Linder (far right) presents the $50 prize to Leland & Gray High School student Brianna Brooks, winner of the t-shirt design contest for the Grace Cottage Hospital sponsored “Spring into Health” 5K race, to be held in conjunction with the Community Health Fair on May 15 (www.gracecottage.org, for information). Art teacher Kristen Wilson and her Art Design class members watch Brianna accept the award. ________________________________________________

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Gallery Opening Event at Equinox Village

The Gallery at Equinox Village presents artwork by Lisa May from April 29 through May 28. The gallery opening event will be held on Thursday, April 29 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Meet the artist and enjoy signature hors d'oeuvres by Executive Chef Glenn Blackledge. Lisa May paints landscape images from Vermont and the surrounding New England areas. She holds a BFA from Parson's School of Design and has studied pastels with Robert Carsten, PSA, as well. She is drawn to the medium of pastels for its richness and depth of color. It has a texture that is well suited for the types of landscape images that inspire �� her. Lisa has participated in exhi�� bitions and solo shows through�� out New England and works on �� commissions as well. �� Please R.S.V.P by Friday, April �� 23, by calling 362-4061.

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WEEKLY ALMANAC AA • AL-ANON • NA • GA

Thursday: AA meeting, Breakfast with Your Higher Power, Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Manchester. 7:30 a.m. AA meeting, Sherburne United Church, Killington, noon AA Big Book meeting, Grace Congregational Church, Rutland, noon AA meeting, St. Paul’s CC, Manchester, noon AA, Scars, Bars, Big Book meeting, Rutland Correctional Ctr, Rutland, 4 p.m. AA Women’s Up the Steps meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Route 30, Manchester, 6:30 p.m. Gamblers Anonymous, 7 p.m. at Turning Point, 141 State St., Rutland,1-800-522-4700. Al-Anon meeting, Memorial Hospital, Brattleboro, 7 p.m. SMART Recovery: Brattleboro Savings & Loan Bldg., downstairs, 7 p.m. 254-5568. AA Step meeting, United Methodist Ch, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. AA Room to Grow, Steel Square Bldg., Rutland, 7:30 p.m. NA Just for Today, 7:30 p.m., Al Ducci’s Cafe, Manchester AA meeting, Congregational Church Rupert, 8 p.m. AA, meeting, Jamaica Community Ch, 8 p.m. Friday: AA-Breakfast with Your Higher Power, Step Meeting, Northshire Baptist Fellowship, 7:30 a.m. Al-Anon meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Manchester, 1 p.m. AA meeting, St. Peter’s School, Rutland, 7 p.m. AA meeting (step/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, St. Luke’s Fair Haven, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, Pawlet Community Ch, 7:30 p.m. AA New Beginnings (Beginners 6:30), Steel Square Bldg., Rutland, 8 p.m. J.S. Open Discussion meeting, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Saturday: AA meeting, Breakfast with your Higher Power, Beginners, Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Manchester, 7:30 a.m. AA Straight from the Heart Group, Mecham St., Wallingford, 9:30 a.m. Al-Anon ACOA: 10:30-11:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Church, North Bennington AA meeting (topic/disc) East April 21, 2010

Dorset, Wilson House, 2 p.m. AA meeting, Beginners’ Group, Christ the King School, Rutland, 7 p.m. NA Back to Basics Group, Second Congregational Ch, Bennington, 7 p.m. AA meeting (speaker/disc) East Dorset, Wilson House 7:30 p.m. AA open discussion group, Sherburne United Church, Killington, 8:15 p.m. H.S. Meeting Book Second Congregational Church, Bennington, noon, Room 6. Teen Support Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m., Room 6 Sunday: AA meeting, “As Bill Sees It,” Wilson House, East Dorset, 8 a.m. Al Anon meeting 8 a.m. Wilson House, East Dorset, Open discussion. Al-Anon meeting, Serenity House, Wallingford, 10 a.m. AA meeting, Weston Priory, Weston, 1:30 p.m. AA Big Book, Green Mountain Group, East Poultney Baptist Church, 7:30 p.m. AA 11-Step Meeting meditation, Wilson House, East Dorset, 7 p.m. AA Shoulder to Shoulder, HoJo Inn, Rutland, 7 p.m. AA meeting, Federated Church, Castleton, 8 p.m. AA meeting, St. James Episcopal Ch, Arlington, 8 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, Federated Church, Castleton, 8 p.m. Monday: AA Sweet Serenity Trinity Episcopal, Rutland, noon. AA Beginners, Wilson House, East Dorset, 6:30 p.m. AA Beginners meeting, Dorset United Church, 6:30 p.m. AA meeting for Gay/Bi/Lesbian/ Transgendered Persons, 7 p.m., Turning Point Club, Bennington AA Start Living Group, St., Peter’s School, Rutland, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting, St. Thomas Episcopal, Brandon, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, First Congregational Ch, Newfane, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon meeting, Baptist Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. AA discussion meeting, United Church, Dorset, 8 p.m. H.S. Meeting Book Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday: AA meeting, Trinity Episcopal,

Rutland, noon. AA Women’s Meeting, Wilson House, East Dorset, 6:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Rte. 7A (across from Manchester Engine) 7:30 a.m. Rutland County AA Men’s meeting, Grace Congregational Ch, Rutland, 7 p.m. Al-Anon ACOA meeting, Bennington College, North Bennington, 7 p.m. AA Meeting, Serenity House, Wallingford, 7 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m., Bennington Free Library AA Meeting, Wilson House, East Dorset, Big Book Tapes, mens meeting, 6:30 p.m. AA meeting, Chapel of the Snows, Stratton, 6:30 p.m.

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Al Anon meeting, 8 p.m. Wilson House, East Dorset, Open discussion AA meeting, St. James Episcopal Ch, Arlington, 8 p.m. SMART Recovery: Brattleboro Retreat Cafeteria, 7 p.m. 254-5568. Wednesday: Al-Anon, Burdett Commons, Arlington, noon. AA Big Book Group, Good Shepherd Lutheran Ch, Rutland, 5:30 p.m. AA Breakfast With Your Higher Power Northshire Baptist Fellowship, Rte. 7A (across from Manchester Engine) 7:30 a.m. ACOA, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon Courage to Change, South Londonderry Baptist Ch, 7 p.m. has moved to Main St. in Weston, VT to the meeting room across the parking lot of the Old Parish Church AA Step meeting, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Brandon, 7 p.m. AA meeting, Holy Trinity, Danby, 7:30 p.m. H.S. STEP meeting Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 7:30 p.m. Bennington Women’s Meeting of AA: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Turning Point Club, 465 Main St., Bennington, VT DA - Debtor’s Anonymous, Wed. 8-9 p.m., Turning Point Club of Bennington, 465 Main St., Bennington, VT, 442-9700

GED • EDUCATION

Thursday: GED Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. GED Class, Mack Molding, Arlington, 6 p.m. Tuesday: GED Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 9 a.m., 5:30 & 6 p.m. ESL Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 4:30 p.m. GED Class, Mack Molding, Arlington, 6 p.m. Wednesday: Dept. of Employment & Training, Veterans Memorial Drive, Bennington (first Wednesday), 10 a.m. GED Class, Tutorial Center, Manchester, 3 p.m. A Mustard Seed Group St. Peter’s School, Rutland, 8 p.m. MIND & BODY WELLNESS Thursday: Bennington Free Clinic, 6-9 p.m. Located at First Baptist Church, 601 Main St., Bennington, VT. Call 447-3700 for appointment. Medicare Assistance, Zion Parrish, Manchester, 10 a.m. Disabled American Veterans April 21, 2010

Meeting, American Legion Hall, Chester, first Thursday) 7:30 p.m. Friday: Blood Pressure Clinic, Robert Milbauer Realty, Newfane, third Friday, 10 a.m. Saturday: CoDA, 12-step fellowship to maintain healthy relationships, 9:30 a.m. Wilson House, E. Dorset, 362-5524 Monday: Support group for family members of those suffering from mental illness, first Monday at 7 p.m., South Londonderry Library, Clare at 824-3909 Parents in Crisis, SVMC, Bennington, 7 p.m. RSVP Bone Builders: Call RSVP at 447-1545 for info. Free. Arlington, American Legion Hall, Mon and Th, 10:30-11:30; Manchester, Masonic Temple, Mon, Wed, 11 a.m; Manchester Town Hall, Tues 10 a.m. & Thur, 12:30 p.m. Tuesday: LaLeche League Support Meeting, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Marriage Support Group, Northshire Baptist Fellowship, every other Tuesday, 5769 Main St., Route 7A, Manchester. Call Warren 362-1988 All Gain, No Pain Senior Strengthening Class - Bennington Firehouse, River St., 10:30 a.m.; N. Bennington Congregational Ch, 10:30 a.m.; Manchester Town Hall, 12:30 p.m., 447-5693. Blood Pressure Clinic, Second Congregational Church, Londonderry, 2nd Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. Support group for family members of those suffering from mental illness, Third Tuesday at 7 p.m., UCS, 316 Dewey St., Bennington. Clare at 824-3909. Overeaters Anonymous, RRMC, Rutland, 7 p.m. Wednesday: Aerobic Indoor Walking - Beginner, Mon, Wed, Fri., Bennington Firehouse, River St., 8:15 a.m. 442-6886 Senior Exercise Classes, Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 1 p.m. Bereavement Support Group, Second Congregational Church, Bennington, 1 p.m. Women’s Cancer Support Group, Vermont Country Store, Manchester, First Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Bereavement/Loss Support Group, SVMC, Bennington, fourth Wednesday, 6 p.m. Caregiver Group, Grace Cottage Hospital, Townshend, 6:30 p.m.

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Bereavement Support Group, SVMC, Medical Office Bldg., Bennington, 6:30 p.m. Chronic Fatigue Support Group, Red Barn, Rtes 11/30, across from Wessner’s, Manchester, 7 p.m. C.H.A.D.D. Informational Meeting, RRMC, Rutland, first Wednesday, 7 p.m. Thursday: Arthritis Support Group, Second Congregational Church, Bennintgon, fourth Thursday, 1 p.m.

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Poultney Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, 2nd & 4th Monday, 6:30 p.m. Castleton Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Grafton Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Weston Conservation Committee meeting, Town Office, third Monday, 7 p.m. Chester Planning Committee meeting, Town Hall, first and third Mondays, 7:00 p.m. Manchester Village Planning Committee meeting, County Court House, first Monday, 7 p.m. Londonderry Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7:00 p.m. Pawlet Planning Committee meeting, Town Hall, fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Jamaica Selectmen’s meeting, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Rutland Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, West Rutland, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Chester Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Rupert Planning Committee meeting, Town Clerk’s Office, first Monday, 7 p.m. Stratton Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second and fourth Monday, 7:30 p.m. Mt. Holly Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Sunderland Selectmen’s meeting, Sunderland Elementary School, first and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Jamaica Planning Committee meeting, first and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Shaftsbury Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7:30 p.m. Wallingtond Selectboard, Town Hall, first and third Monday, 6:30 p.m. Poultney-Mettowee Natural Resources Conservation District Meeting, district Office, Poultney, second Monday, 8 p.m. Tuesday: Fair Haven Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Weston Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second and fourth Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Pawlet Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wells Selectmen Meeting, Wells Town Hall, every other Tuesday, 7 p.m. For info. 645-9020 Shaftsbury Zoning Board meeting, Town Office, second & third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Shaftsbury Planning Commission, Town Office, first & third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. April 21, 2010

Winhall Planning Committee meeting, first and third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Dorset Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Rupert Selectmen’s meeting, 2nd Tue., Town Clerk’s Office, 6:00 p.m. Mt. Holly Selectmen’s meeting, Town Office, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Winhall Board of Adjusters meeting, Town Hall, second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Pawlet Board of Listers meeting, Town Hall, third Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Dept of Employment & Training Information, Veteran’s Memorial Dr., Bennington, 1st Wednesday, 10 a.m. Winhall Regular Monthly Board meeting, 1st, 3rd Wednesday, 6 p.m. Mountain School Parent Council & Mountain School of Winhall Parent Council Meeting at the Mountain School, (2nd Wed.) 7:00 p.m. 297-2122 Stratton Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, 7 p.m. Sandgate Planning Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Fair Haven Planning Committee

meeting, Town Office, second and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Castleton Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, first and thrid Wednesday,7 p.m. Winhall Selectmen’s meeting, Town Hall, first and third Wednesday, 7 p.m. Sunderland Zoning Board meeting, Sunderland Elementary school, third Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Peru Selectmen’s meeting, Town Center, first and third Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Bennington Planning Committee meeting, Town Office, first and third Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Peru Zoning Board of Adjusters, Peru Town Center, fourth Wednesday, 7:30 p.m

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Thursday: Equinox Valley Toastmasters, Ai Squared, 130 Taconic Business Park Rd, Manchester Ctr., 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., info: jshukla@aisquared.com Arlington Lions Club American Legion Room, second and fourth Thursday, 7 p.m. Red Clover Chapter, Embroidery Guild of America, Trinity Church, Rutland, second Thursday, 7 p.m. Dorset Historical Society, open

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10 a.m. Ladies Fellowship, Missionary Alliance Church, Bennington, 9:30 a.m. Monday Catholic Daughters meeting, St. Margaret Mary’s Church, Arlington, first Monday, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Manchester Rotary meeting, Ye Olde Tavern, Manchester, noon Manchester Community Foundation meeting, Chittenden Bank, Manchester, First Tuesday, 4 p.m. Unit 69 American Legion Auxiliary, Legion Room, Arlington, second Tuesday, 7 p.m. Catholic Daughters meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Manchester, second Tuesday, noon. Mt. Equinox Grange meeting, Grange Hall, Manchester, third Tuesday, 7 p.m. #45 American Legion meeting, Currier Memorial School, Danby, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Dorset Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, Dorset Firehouse, third Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Manchester VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Harned Fowler Post #6471, second Wednesday, 7 p.m. Wantastiquet Rotary, Swiss Inn,

Londonderry, 7 a.m. Red Clover Award Program K-4, Mark Skinner Library, Manchester Village, 3:45 p.m. Southwestern VT Access Television board meeting, SWVT Office, Manchester, first Wednesday, 7 p.m. Manchester Lions Club meeting, VFW, second and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Knights of Columbus Council 6816 meeting, St. Paul’s Church, Manchester, first Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

BRIDGE

Monday: Open Pairs Duplicate Bridge, 12:15 p.m., MMDBC*; Robert Smith, Director, 362-4224 Tuesday: Open Pairs Duplicate Bridge, 1 p.m. at Equinox Village. Call Elizabeth Von Riesenfelder, Director, at 362-5304. Open Pairs Duplicate Bridge, 6:30 p.m. MMDBC*; Director John Conova, 325-6384 Thursday: Open Lecture, 12:15 p.m., MMDBC*, Lecturer, Robert H. Smith, 362-4224 Friday: Open Pairs Duplicate Bridge, 12:15, MMDBC*; Director, Robert

Smith, 362-4224 *Manchester & the Mountains Duplicate Bridge Center, 1817 Depot Street, Manchester Center, Vermont

BINGO

Thursday: Bingo, MWA Hall, Wells, 7 p.m. Bingo, Pownal American Legion, Post 90, Route 7, Pownal; doors open at 5; bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.; open to public. Friday: Bingo, Masonic Lodge, Route 30, Jamaica, 7 p.m. Bingo, Knights of Columbus Hall, Granville, NY, 7 p.m. Saturday: Bingo, Granville Hook & Ladder, Granville, NY 7 p.m. Sunday: Bingo, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Monday: Bingo, Middletown Springs Fire House, 7 p.m. Tuesday: South Bennington Bingo, Bennington Club, doors open 5:30 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. $1,000 permanent jackpot progressive; kitchen service; 802-447-1619 for info

FOOD • SENIOR MEALS

Thursday: Townshend Senior Meals, Townshend Church, first and third Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. Manchester Senior Meals,

Manchester Town Hall, noon Wells Senior Meals, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Senior Meals, East Arlington, Bailey Hall, noon. Senior Meal at Williamsville Community Hall, 4th Thursday at noon. Tuesday: Townshend Senior Meals, Townshend Church, first and third Manchester Senior Meals, Manchester Town Hall, noon Wells Senior Meals, MWA Hall, Wells, noon Senior Meals, East Arlington, Bailey Hall, noon Senior Meal at Williamsville Community Hall, 4th Thursday at noon. Wednesday: Dummerston Senior Meals, Evening Star Grange Hall, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at noon.

PRAYER GROUPS

Thursday: Prayer Group, Congregational Church, Chester, 6 a.m. Prayer & Praise Service, Chapel of the Snows, Stratton Mountain, 7:30 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study, Truthville Baptist Church, Granville, NY, 7p.m. Community Bible Study, nondenominational for women, children, 10 a.m September -May. Bennington. 447-4745. Friday: Shabbat Services, Israel Congrega-

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Wednesday, April 21, 7:30 p.m. at Long Trail School

Top left: Judy Harwood announces that the Dorset and Manchester Historical Societies are co-hosting Mary Lou Willits of the Slate Valley Museum, Granville, New York, who will speak on “Heavy Lifting: Extracting and Moving Slate” at the Long Trail School, Dorset, Vermont, on Wednesday, April 21, at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Above: Young Addison Turner invites you to a delicious Ham Dinner in Wells...details on page 11

Left: “Adrift on a Sea of Stories” ...details on page 34

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