M ou nta i n T i m e s Volume 47, Number 48 HAPPY HANUKKAH The eight days of Hanukkah, the Jewish “festival of lights,” begins at sundown Sunday night, Dec. 2, and continues through Monday, Dec. 10.
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REMEMBERING LOCAL FOUNDERS R. Scott Giguere, 54, the owner of Charity’s Tavern & Restaurant in Killington, died Thursday evening Nov. 22 at his home following a battle with cancer. He is the son of Jack Giguere, who owned several businesses in Killington. A complete obituary will be published in next week’s edition. Killington’s former Town Manager Forrest Forsythe died Nov. 18 at 90 years old. A memorial service is planned for Forsythe at the Commons in Lincoln in March 2019. Read more about Forsythe on page 3.
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Shiffrin wins again!
Mikaela Shiffrin defended her Slalom title winning her third consecutive Killington Cup, delighting record-setting crowds By Polly Mikula
The Killington Cup held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 24-25, drew record crowds both Saturday for the Giant Slalom and Sunday for the Slalom races. The resort estimated that nearly 40,000 fans attended the weekend’s events. On Saturday, sun and near-perfect snow on Superstar make for a very enjoyable and competitive race. A crowd of 18,500 cheered on the racers – especially Vermont-school Mikaela Shiffrin, who drew bib No. 1. “I was really happy with my skiing but not my level of aggression,” said Shiffrin after the race. In her first run, she finished sixth, putting her 0.59 seconds behind the leader, Norway’s Ragnhild Mowinckel. In Shiffrin’s second run she made up time and sat on the podium in first place – until the last three skiers came in. It was a nail biter as Stefanie Brunner, Mowinckel and then Italy’s Federica Brignone posted successfully better times. Shiffrin ended up fifth for her second run and fourth overall (with combined times) with Brignone, of Italy, taking the top spot, followed by Mowinckel and Brunner of Austria. “I really tried my best,” said Brignone, who explained the good conditions and the roaring crowd helped her run. On Sunday, fog and misty conditions made visibility and snow conditions tougher, but the race when on without delays. Mikaela, wearing bib No. 3 this time, won the first run by 0.29 second, ahead of Bernadette Schild and 0.54 ahead of both Petra Vlhova and Frida Hansdotter.
Young announcers add to World Cup By Katy Savage
KILLINGTON—It was time to rowdy the crowd. Up next was 25-year-old Foreste Peterson, a California native and recent Dartmouth College graduate. “On your feet, on your feet,” announcer Doug Lewis told the 18,500 fans at the Killington World Cup on Saturday. “Make some noise for Forestttttttte!” “She’s struggling a little bit, but let’s see if she can pull it together,” chimed in 17-year-old Anja Kroon. Foreste Peterson finished 49 seconds off the leader’s pace. Kroon, a senior student at Killington Mountain School sat in the announcer’s booth on Saturday, between Lewis, a two-type Olympian and former World Cup alpine ski racer and Peter Graves, 66, a 40-year veteran of announcing World Cups, championships and Olympic games. She and Tanner Schultz, another senior KMS student, were selected to announce the event by NBC. They tried out by commenting on a muted video of last year’s World Cup race in Killington. “You could tell by their energy and passion Youth announcers, page 28
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Mikaela Shiffrin crushes a gate during her winning Slalom run, Sunday. For the second run racers compete in reverse order and it was a nail-biter as nearly every athlete posted a faster run than the racer before. Shiffrin, the last to race, had her work cut out for herself, but skied in classic Shiffrin-style finding speed where others couldn’t, and won decisively by nearly a half second, defending her Killington Cup Slalom title for the third year in a row. Petra Vlhova, of Solvakia, finished second 0.57 seconds back, and Frida Hansdotter of Sweden, was third 1.08 seconds off Shiffrin’s winning time. See photos from the World Cup events on page 17 and more on the website, mountaintimes.info.
Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
Snowfall leads to widespread outages By Katy Savage
More than 76,000 Green Mountain Power customers lost power due to heavy wet snow Monday night into Tuesday as about 18 inches of wet, heavy snow fell, breaking tree branches and power lines. Almost every district Green Mountain Power serves lost power. GMP doubled its crews overnight Tuesday with more than 600 people, including more than 286 line workers from Massachusetts and Canada coming in to assist. “This is a big event and it is far from over as the storm continues to cause new outages,” said GMP President and CEO Mary Powell in a news release, Tuesday. However, difficult driving conditions slowed GMP’s ability to restore power. “It’s been really difficult for crews today— really difficult driving conditions,” said Green Mountain Power spokesperson Kristin Kelly on Tuesday, Nov 27. In some cases, crews working on lines had to pull out of towns for safety reasons as trees fell on top of equipment, Kelly said. In Readsboro, a tree hit one of the crew’s vehicles and damaged the front of the truck. No one was hurt, Kelly said, but it impacted the crew’s restoration ability. GMP restored power to 42,000 customers as of Tuesday night, but there were still nearly 30,000 without power. Most outages would be restored by Thursday. However, people in the most remote areas would likely be without power until Friday. Killington Resort reported 19 inches of new snow overnight putting its total snowfall at 55 inches for the season thus far – higher than the previous five years. It’s up from from last year’s 37 ½ inches as of Nov. 27. (In 2012, it only saw Snow, page 7
Board votes to send Reading students to Woodstock
By Katy Savage
WOODSTOCK—The school board voted to make significant changes to the elementary schools on Monday, Nov. 19. The board voted to temporarily integrate Prosper Valley School with Woodstock Elementary starting next fall and it voted to move half of Reading students to Woodstock next year. Reading will serve grades K-3, while grades 4-6 will go to the Woodstock Elementary School campus in the fall of 2019. While the integration of Prosper Valley with Woodstock was unanimous, the Reading move came down to a 12-1 vote. Reading school board member Adam Ameele was the only person who voted
against it. “The rationale isn’t there, the cost savings aren’t there,” Ameele said. The audience of several Reading parents and community members applauded Ameele for his vote. Ameele, who sat with his
They said the move was irreversible. “Why make these kinds of changes early ?” asked Reading resident Marie Anderson. Reading Elementary currently has 55 students. Next year, it will have an estimated 25 students in grades K-3.
“THERE’S A LOT OF EDUCATION VALUE TO IT, THERE’S MENTAL VALUE AND THERE’S SOCIAL VALUE,” SAID BAINOS. head down for most of the meeting, declined to comment, explaining that he was too distraught. Some said that losing half of the students at Reading felt like a precursor to closing the school. Several audience members from Reading said the move seemed hastened.
Superintendent Mary Beth Banios said about six teacher positions, as well as one principal position, one support staff and a part time nursing position will be cut. Windsor Central Supervisory Union is one of the most expensive districts in the state. Woodstock Elementary Reading education, page 10
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LOCAL NEWS
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
Babcock pulls plug on Brandon solar project
By Russell Jones
By Robin Alberti
Turkey trotting
The annual Killington Turkey Trot took place on Thanksgiving morning. The bitter cold temperatures caused frosted eyelash and forced extra layers.
BRANDON — In a surprise ansolar projects in the past and would nouncement Thursday, Nov. 15, Babin the future, but it did not think this cock Solar Farm, LLC, filed documents particular proposal was located in the that put an end to its proposed 2.2 MW right spot. solar project that would have been Atherton had said during the Nov. 12 built near Park Street and Country Club Brandon selectboard meeting that he Road in Brandon. had warned Babcock representatives The formal initiative requested an when they first discussed the project order of dismissal for the project from two years ago that it was not a good the Public Utility Commission. The location and they would get pushback Brandon site visit and public hearing from the neighbors. that was scheduled for Monday, Nov. The neighbors were a group of resi19, was canceled. dents from Country Club Townhouses, Several residents of Brandon have which is adjacent to the proposed site. been outspoken in recent meetings Jonathan Blake, who owns property with the selectboard and fire district. “WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO Their chief concerns focused on building RENEWABLE ENERGY, AND VERMONT on top of a centuIS A LEADER IN THAT. BUT WE FELT ry-old water main that runs under the THIS SITE WAS WRONG,” SAID CAROL proposed site, as BYRNE, A SPOKESPERSON FOR THE well as the negative aesthetics of the COUNTRY CLUB TOWNHOUSES. project. Fire District Superintendent Raymond Counter said next to the site, along with Kathryn he was disappointed in the amount of Clark and Robert Clark were all vocal misinformation and criticism that was opponents. going on about the project’s impact “We couldn’t be more pleased,” said on the water line, and the fire district’s Carol Byrne, a spokesperson for the work protecting it. Much of the public’s Country Club Townhouses. “We are criticism had been directed at the walooking forward to renewable energy, ter district’s board, and their seeming and Vermont is a leader in that. But we reluctance to take a more active role felt this site was wrong.” against the project. To avoid future problems locating In an hour-long meeting facing such solar sites, Michael Shank, chair of the criticism, the board had tried to explain Brandon Planning Commission, said the permitting process the solar farm the town is asking Brandon residents project would face and the opportunito help determine the best possible ties for public opposition, but that their solar sites in town. Once selected, town role was to ensure the public water administrators can steer companies lines remained viable, not to oppose toward those specific sites in the future. specific projects. The preferred sites, Shank said, would “My focus always has been, and will be not visible to heavy traffic areas and be in the future, protecting the water will not detract from the beauty of the line,” Counter said. town. From the town’s perspective, BranEric Millard, chief commercial offidon Town Manager Dave Atherton cer of Babcock Solar Farms, had been emphasized that the project never had shepherding the project through the the selectboard’s support and the town Public Utility Commission process. He had filed for party status opposing it, could not be reached for comment. as had the Rutland Regional Planning Russell Jones is an editor/reporter for Commission. Atherton noted in recent The Reporter based in Brandon, a sister meetings that the town has supported publication to the Mountain Times.
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wind speed and direction, relative humidity, ambient temperature and wetbulb temperature. The upgraded equipment also enables the Suicide Six Ski area team to monitor and predict weather at multiple elevations. The 10 new snow guns include seven T40s, six strategically placed along the trail’s edge from top to bottom mounted on an adjustable 15 foot tower and one placed at the top of Pearson’s Path for 360 degrees of snow coverage to the ski and snowboarding learning center. One larger TF-10 model is mounted on a 30 foot articulating arm placed at a major trail intersection on the steepest pitch of the slope; with two automated V3 lance guns mounted on 30 foot towers that will produce snow on the narrow roadway leading into The Face’s descent.
OBITUARY
Forrest Forsythe, 90 Former Killington town manager was a pioneer
Whatever Forrest Forsythe set his mind to; he did zestfully and fully, immersing himself in his interests so deeply that they led him into one career after another, and all around the world. Forsythe, who recently celebrated his 90th birthday and lived in Lincoln, Massachusetts and New Orleans, died peacefully on Nov. 18, 2018. Forsythe was born to Harold and Mildred Forsythe in Lakewood, Ohio. He spent his childhood in and around Cleveland, a center of the then emerging United States aviation industry, and famous for hosting the National Air Show. Young Forsythe would forego chores at home to watch the most famous daredevil pilots of the day, racing wing-tip to wing-tip, around 50-foot-high pylons, in the Thompson Trophy Races. From this exciting influence he naturally developed an ambition to fly. Years later, while enrolled at Baldwin-Wallace College, Forsythe cleaned planes at the local airport in exchange for precious hours in the cockpit. In 1950, Forsythe seized the opportunity to enter the U.S. Navy in a program recruiting replacements for the thousands of pilots returning from World War II deployments. He became a Flying Midshipman, and was then commissioned as an officer. Forsythe then served as a flight trainer in Pensacola, and a trainer of other flight instructors. He also developed an aptitude for photography which he practiced with enthusiasm and expertise. It was here that he met and married Martha Catherine Miller of Jacksonville, Florida. But Forsythe wanted to fly where pilots were most needed and was shortly assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Shangri-La, out of Mayport, Florida operating in the Pacific. He flew combat and reconnaissance missions in The Top Hatters squadron in a Corsair F4U, one of the Navy’s fastest propeller driven aircraft. He further became Weapons Deployment and Assistant Operations Officer, while back on shore Forsythe and Martha’s first son, Scott, was born. He was next transferred to Coronado, California, where their second son, Lee Kenneth, was born, and where Forsythe pursued another lifelong passion of historic fine cars by acquiring a Jaguar XK120 into which he could barely shoehorn his young family. A few years later, Forsythe ’s thirst for knowledge led him back inland, to New Orleans, a city that he would love deeply throughout his life. He enrolled at Tulane University and was awarded an undergraduate in Political Science and a master’s degree in International Relations. Being Forrest Forsythe, page 29
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The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
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Foreste Peterson, left, a Dartmouth College grad waits for Dartmouth student Tricia Mangan at the finish of the giant slalom.
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KILLINGTON—Nina O’Brien had a pit in her stomach. She made it down her first run of the slalom race in 30th place with 15 racers to go at the Kilington World Cup Sunday, despite foggy weather, making it nearly impossible to see the course. If she maintained her spot, she’d have a chance at taking a second run. “I didn’t think it was going to happen,” she said. “It was a tough run and I don’t think anybody felt great coming down at the end.” But after several racers fell on Sunday, O’Brien made the cut with a time of 57.44. It was her first time earning any World Cup points. It was her first time ever qualifying to take a second run in a World Cup race. “It felt like a little bit of a breakthrough,” she said. O’Brien, 20, a student at Dartmouth College, made her World Cup debut at the Killington World Cup in 2016. She placed 48th in her first run of the giant slalom and didn’t qualify to move to a second run. Since then, O’Brien said she’s worked hard to make her skiing more smooth and consistent. She finished her second run with a time of 51.61, which put her in 23rd place. “Going into that run, I found my next level of skiing,” she said. O’Brien was one of three Dartmouth College students there. Tricia Mangan, from Buffalo, New York, and Foreste Peterson of California competed in the giant slalom on Saturday but didn’t compete in the slalom with O’Brien on Sunday. Mangan, an engineering student, was disappointed after she finished the GS in 51st place with a time of 57.36. “The snow was absolutely perfect,” she said. “I think I was a little too round and could have gone faster and could have charged more.” Foreste Peterson, 25, who graduated from Dartmouth ln the summer, finished in 49th place with a time of 57.04 This was her first time skiing the World Cup in Killington. “The course is definitely intense–real deal,” Peterson said. “Right out of the start, it’s super steep for about four gates. It’s in your face and then it comes into a compression.”
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The Governor’s Marijuana Advisory Commission will host a listening tour throughout Vermont in order to provide Vermonters an opportunity for public comment on the draft reports produced by the Commission’s Subcommittees on Roadway Safety, Education and Prevention and Taxation and Regulation earlier this week. The draft reports document the findings and recommendations of the Subcommittees for review by the Commission. The listening tour is to give Vermonters the opportunity to further inform the Commission as it prepares to finalize its report and submit its recommendations to Governor Scott by Dec.15. All three reports are available to the public at this time, and can be found online at marijuanacommission. vermont.gov/commissiondocuments. Each discussion will be hosted by the Governor’s Marijuana Advisory Commission, and moderated by the Commission co-chairs, Jake Perkinson and Tom Little. The meetings will be held as forums dedicated to public comment, and guests are encouraged to review each of the reports and attend meetings with comments prepared if
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The number of farmers who registered with the state of allowed for non-commercial purposes in Vermont. Vermont to grow hemp rose more than 400 percent from Vermont officials and private businesses have rapidly 2017 to 2018, according to the state Agency of Agriculture. latched onto the economic promise of CBD oil, which The amount of acreage reported to be under cultivation is produced from hemp. About a month ago, the new increased 450 percent, with growth spread fairly evenly company Northeast Processing started processing hemp around the state. at the former bread factory it purchased and renovated in Hemp cultivation has risen rapidly where it is allowed Brattleboro. on the trail of the huge market for CBD, or cannabidiol, a The company’s two founders, CEO Carl Christianson product of the hemp plant that is widely believed to have and Chief Development Officer Noah Quist, acquired health-giving benefits. much of their equipment in western states where recreIn 2017, 87 Vermonters paid $25 to sign up under the ational cannabis and hemp have been available for a few hemp farmer registry years. The two said their authorized by the Vermont facility will ultimately be THE LARGEST GROWER REGISTERED Legislature in 2013. So far capable of processing about WITH THE STATE RIGHT NOW IS in 2018, 450 people have 400 pounds of hemp bioregistered, said state offimass every day. GREGORY MARKOWSKI, WITH 274 cials. The 2017 registrations For now, the compaACRES IN FLORENCE. involved cultivation of 550 ny is working only with acres; the 2018 registrations Vermont-grown hemp, but cover more than 3,000 acres, said Stephanie Smith, the Christianson said the pair is starting to talk to farmers in Agency of Agriculture’s chief policy enforcement officer. New York and other states. The 2013 Vermont law on hemp stipulated that the reg“We’ve had people reach out to us from all over the U.S. istry was intended to identify “legitimate farmers wishing and even Europe, and we had someone reach out to us to grow hemp as fiber, food/forage, and oilseed crop” as from Greece for processing and to sell us their biomass,” opposed to farmers wishing to grow a different variety of Christianson said. the cannabis plant, marijuana. The law laid out some rules regarding THC, the comA focus on Vermont’s reputation pound that has psychogenic properties, saying farmers The 2014 federal farm bill gave states some limited couldn’t grow it, and might be prosecuted if they did. But leeway to start industrial hemp production programs. so far, there’s no mechanism for the agency to check on It’s not yet clear how many farmers will choose to grow that part of the program. Some cultivation of marijuana is hemp, or what will happen to prices. The Vermont Agency Hemp market growth, page 11
U.S. Forest Service offers $5 cut-your-own trees RUTLAND — At this time of year the adventure of going out to get a Christmas tree is a much-anticipated ritual of the season — and a pricey one. There is an alternative, however. Should they be interested, the U.S. Forest Service officials in Vermont offer the public Christmas tree removal permits for $5. A family can start a new tradition of making the trek into the National Forest to choose their tree. This year, all fourth graders can take advantage of the Every Kid in a Park initiative and get a free Christmas tree voucher by going to everykidinapark.gov. Fourth graders that present a printed copy of the voucher may redeem it for an EKIP Pass and a Christmas tree removal permit at one of the U.S. Forest offices, located in Rutland, Manchester and Rochester.
Christmas trees for personal use may be cut on the Green Mountain National Forest, subject to the following conditions: • A “Christmas Tree Removal” permit must be purchased ($5.00) at one of the Forest Service offices located in Rutland, Manchester Center, or Rochester, Vt. • The permit must be attached to the tree before transporting it from the site where it was cut. • The permit holder is responsible for knowing that the tree comes from Forest Service land. Maps are available when purchasing the permit. • Trees over 20 feet tall are not designated for cutting by the Christmas tree permit. • The height of the tree stump left after a tree has been cut should be six inches or less above the soil.
• Christmas trees shall not be cut in active timber sales, wilderness areas, campgrounds, picnic areas, or within 25 feet of any Forest Service, town, or state maintained road. • Only one Christmas tree permit will be issued per household per year. • Permits are not refundable. • Trees obtained under the Christmas tree permit may not be resold. U.S. FOREST SERVICE OFFICES IN VERMONT: Rutland: Forest Supervisor’s Office, 231 North Main St., Rutland, VT 05701, 802-747-6700. Manchester Ranger Station: 2538 Depot Street, Manchester Center, VT 05255, 802-362-2307. Rochester Ranger Station: 99 Ranger Road, Rochester, VT 05767, 802-767-4261.
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Opinion
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
OP-ED
What Amazon’s choice means for Vermonters
By Emerson Lynn
When Amazon announced last week that instead of building its second headquarters in one city, it would locate within the metropolitan areas of two of the largest cities on the East Coast — New York City and Washington, D.C. — it was telling us something. Both locations have neighborhoods with populations larger than Vermont. As we watch, we also need to absorb what’s going on and figure out a way to respond. What’s going on is a significant exodus from rural America to the city. In the past decade, almost half of the nation’s job growth took place in the nation’s 20 largest metropolitan areas. People left rural America for the jobs, which pay well and which spur a supporting infrastructure that makes living in the city even more attractive. These major metropolitan areas are now home to a third of the nation’s population, and are located largely along the nation’s coastlines. The phenomenon is being referred to as the great divide, or the hollowing our of the nation’s center and its rural areas. Vermont is on the edges of that divide; we’re just close enough to Boston, Montreal and New York City to be reachable, but just far enough to miss out on the job growth. We’ve long tried to content ourselves with the idea that technology would be our savior; that people would tire of the city and its crowds and retreat to the countryside where they could work from home. The vision hasn’t materialized. Nor is it likely to. Companies are figuring out that they best way to run a business is to bring people together, allowing them to work off each other’s creativity. Not only is it more efficient, it produces better ideas. IBM figured this out several years ago and put a stop to most of its off-site employment. Amazon has applied the same lesson. The company, and those with similar pursuits, has a single goal in mind — to get you what you want and get it to you quickly at a good price. The better they get, the greater the challenge for rural America to respond. We may be the site of warehouses, but it would be a challenge to ever be the place where significant numbers of employees gather to generate the ideas themselves. Vermont’s generally accepted challenge is one of demographics; our population has flat-lined, our school population is in decline and we are aging quickly. Plus, we’re an expensive place to live. Given all that, the question is how we respond. It’s also a question that’s been asked for the past quarter century, over and over. We’ve not made much progress. Why? It’s tremendously difficult for starters. Politically, economically and socially. We don’t have any of the natural advantages of our successful metropolitan counterparts. And, significantly, it’s not as if Vermonters are up in arms about their present circumstances. The decline has not been alarming; it’s more akin to death by a thousand lashers… But this is a conversation Vermont must have. As technology spins forward at faster and faster speeds, we can expect more of the same disruption and we can expect it to make things ever more complicated for the vast majority of rural America. Including Vermont. We need to develop a leadership structure in Vermont that is at least partially free from the political forces that make us vulnerable to the inertia that governs us. That may be something devised at the local level, or the regional level, with the thought being to bring the best ideas to statewide consideration. As for the political leadership that guides us — in both the executive and legislative branches — they must also exercise the sort of leadership that makes Vermonters aware of the sorts of challenges being raised by the Amazons of today and tomorrow. We have a problem. We sit idly by at our own risk. Emerson Lynn is the editor and publisher of the St. Albans Messenger, a sister publication to the Mountain Times.
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LETTERS
Remembering Scott Giguere
Dear Editor, As we mature we begin to be more understanding of the fact of our mortality. In the last year my wife, Zip, and I have witnessed the loss of several of our
closest traveling mates in our annual trips around the sun. Now, without enough time to share, we have lost another voyager well before his time.
Scott Giguere was son of one of the people who put the magic in Killington when the road was dirt and muddy and the future uncertain. In the 1960s
Scott’s Father, Jack, and his mother Phoebe founded The Wobbly Barn, later Charity’s, then The Pickle Barrel and several other Killington Road properties. Scott Giguere, page 7
Celebrating a community hero
Dear Editor, One of Rutland’s most selfless people was honored this past weekend, in a well-deserved ceremony celebrating literally thousands of hours of volunteerism devoted to the greater-Rutland community. The Loyal Order of Moose honored Bobby Poquette, who recently received the national Moose organization’s highest honor, the Moose Pilgrim Degree of Merit. The honor is so rare, Moose from all over New England came to Rutland to take part. I have known Poquette for about 20 years, and was honored to say a few words at the celebration. I met Bobby through volunteering for the American Red Cross, and over the years have grown to see him as a true hero of this community, someone who always puts others first, looks for ways to be helpful, and volunteers, often before he’s even asked. I said I was honored to say a few words, so here are three in particular that describe Bobby: Loyal. Community hero, page 7
State’s plan for education is flawed Dear Editor, In her commentary, “Earning and Learning,” Patricia Moulton, president of Vermont Technical College lays out her plans to improve education outcomes and help students. A very noble undertaking. However, she begins her commentary with the same fundamental flaw, the same misconception the same falsehoods that the secretary of education, the deputy secretary of education and Gov. Phil Scott have recently written or talked about in the media. Moulton begins by stating, “Vermont has one of the highest high school graduation rates in the nation. We also have one of the lowest rates in the country for high school grads entering college.” There is a reason for that and I have written about it many times and campaigned on it in my recent run for governor. The numbers for Vermont’s high school graduation rate do not reflect the real reality. The reality is that the real graduation rate is somewhere between 60-70 Flawed plan, page 7
Give the gift of blood Dear Editor, The fall and winter can be a busy time full of fun activities and travel, but the same activities that bring joy can also negatively impact patients in need of lifesaving transfusions. In fact, right now, the American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and has issued an urgent call for eligible donors of all blood types to give now and avoid delays in medical care for patients. Right now, blood donations are being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in. Volunteer blood drive sponsors are also critically needed to host drives in December, January and February to prevent the shortage from continuing throughout the winter. Fewer groups signing up to host blood drives in September and October coupled with the widespread cancellation of scheduled drives as a result of hurricanes Michael and Florence were key factors that contributed to the current shortage. Winter blood drive hosts can also play a key role in helping to end it. There’s a chance you may know someone who
has been helped by a blood transfusion. Blood and platelet donations are often used in the treatment of those being treated for cancer or sickle cell disease, heart surgery and organ transplant recipients, and accident and burn victims On behalf of the Red Cross, I’m inviting you to roll up a sleeve and give the perfect gift – the gift of life. Your gift could lead to a lifetime of holiday memories for patients in need. To make an appointment to donate and sign up to host a blood drive, I urge you to visit RedCrossBlood.org. Maria Devlin, CEO American Red Cross New Hampshire and Vermont Write a letter The Mountain Times encourages readers to contribute to our community paper by writing letters to the editor, or commentaries. The opinions expressed in letters are not endorsed nor are the facts verified by The Mountain Times. We ask submissions to be 300 words or less. Email letters to editor@ mountaintimes.info.
CAPITOL QUOTES
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
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CAPITOL QUOTES “This is the coldest weather in the history of the Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC, and one of the coldest Thanksgivings on record!,” Tweeted President Donald Trump Nov. 22.
“The Trump administration tried to bury a federallymandated climate change study by releasing it the Friday after Thanksgiving. Here’s what they didn’t want you to hear. ‘With continued growth in emissions at historic rates, annual losses in some economic sectors are projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars by the end of the century—more than the current GDP of many U.S. states,’” Said Hillary Clinton Nov. 26.
“Climate change is the challenge of our time. We need to address it urgently and decisively, not bury our heads in the sand. The price of inaction is simply too high,” Said Peter Welch Nov. 26.
“The fact that we have a President of the United States who doesn’t believe in science is an international embarrassment and incredibly dangerous. Climate change is already causing devastating consequences. We need bold action, not denials,” Said Sen. Bernie Sanders Nov. 26.
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Snow: Heavy deep snow leads to damages, outages, happy skiers/riders continued from page 1 6½ inches total.) In Killington, 4,726 customers lost power, including the Grand Hotel for about three hours Tuesday morning. “It was a little touch-and-go this morning,” said Killington Communications Manager Courtney DiFore. The lifts were running, drawing power from a different power line, but the RFID cards, which are fed from power at the hotel, were not working. The Woodstock Inn also shut down its reservation office and several businesses
were closed. Despite the outages caused by the natural snow, DiFore said it will help the resort. “It will help us expand the terrain faster,” DiFore said. Ramshead was scheduled to open for the first time Wednesday at 10 a.m. Editor’s note: The outages also affected the Mountain Times. Printing was delayed until Wednesday, putting the paper about half a day behind as there was no power at the office and staff was stranded with power lines down.
Scott Giguere: Owner of Charity’s in Killington fondly remebered continued from page 6 The Giguere Family made Killington “the place to be.” Scott was born in this environment and was himself a pioneer. Scott grew up in the shadow of a giant, but he did not wither. He learned the meaning of hospitality, community, enjoyment of life, loyalty and love of friends and he did so freely and generously. Scott was human, sometimes daring, not always perfect, but always honest… you had to love him. During our youth and during our stewardship of this wonderful newspaper
Flawed plan:
that you’re reading Scott became a fixture in our daily lives. Zip rounded him up every week like a mother and helped put his marketing plans together by phone and in person at the office. It was at the office that we would most often discuss business and life and we would prop each other up with tales of bygone glory and face the battle of uncertainty that produces very seasonal and unpredictable obstacles. Resort business ventures are not for the weak of heart. I say
this for Scott and to honor those other pioneers who didn’t give up. You never know who changed your life until you lose them. You never know exactly how they made a difference. You never know if you understood them fully. You never know if you gave as much as you received. You hope you were fair enough, honest to a fault and loyal to the end. Zip and I loved him. Scott was a good man. Royal Barnard, editor emeritus, the Mountain Times.
We need to acknowledge problems to fix them
continued from page 6 percent not 86.7 percent. Many of those students who are allowed to graduate cannot read above a sixth-grade level and many cannot write a fully-developed paragraph. What’s more many of them lack the basic skills for attaining even an entry level position in their local job market. Of the 60 percent that go on to college, 14 percent will drop out within the first year. For many the reason is they were not prepared and should not have been accepted. However, college is now a business and they need students to run that business; even if it’s only for a semester or two. Vermont Public Schools are not some of the best schools in the country. They are, as Vermonters have come to realize, one of the most expensive. During my campaign for governor, I explained what was needed to effect real change in educating our pub-
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lic-school students. Scott acknowledged to me that he understood cell phones and iPads must not be allowed in public schools. I hope that he will follow through on that. That would be a big first step. The first step in solving any problem is to admit there is a problem. In Montpelier and in every supervisory union there is a refusal to even begin to acknowledge this. From the governor to our local high school principals it seems acknowledging this would be to admit that what they have been doing is failing and so we keep hearing about how Vermont has one of the best education systems in the country but our students leave school and cannot find jobs and fail to go to college at a high rate but it’s not because they lack an education. Charles Laramie, Fair Haven
Poquette honored by Loyal Order of Moose
continued from page 6 Positive. Caring. I’m willing to bet that the relationships you value most include people who are loyal to you. Unfortunately, people aren’t always loyal, and no doubt everyone reading this has been disappointed at least once by someone. Bobby is one of the most loyal people I know. When he gets involved with something, whether a blood drive, or helping out on a food drive, or being a member of the Moose, he’s all in – for the long haul. He comes back time after time to help others, as if it’s a paying job, with complete loyalty to whatever cause he’s supporting, and the other people involved. It’s a gift when Bobby shows up. I also mentioned the
word positive. Bobby is one of the most positive people I know. In the entire time I’ve known him, I have never once heard him complain. He sees the good in other people. He jumps in when things aren’t going perfectly and brings a positive light to the situation. And no matter how frustrating or discouraging things are, when you ask Bobby to help, the answer is always yes – and that yes comes with a smile. Bobby sees the good in people and situations, and it brings everyone involved up a notch. Lastly, the word caring. I’ve maybe met just a handful of people who are as caring for others as Bobby. Without fail, the first
Christmas card I get every year is from him. Without fail, when we’re working at a blood drive, if someone comes in with a baby or toddler, Bobby wants to say hi and make the child smile. And without fail when there is some task no one else wants to do, Bobby is the first one to step up, whether that means marching around town wearing a sandwich board sign, or assisting blood donors after they’ve made their donations. Bobby truly cares about the people around him and the community at large, and it shows. He’s a role model for anyone who wants to make Rutland County a better place. Steve Costello, Rutland Town
Calendar
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
** denotes multiple times and/or locations.
THURSDAY NOV. 29
Bikram Yoga **
6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Thursdays: 6 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. inferno hot pilates; 9 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 90-min. Bikram. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
Open Swim **
8 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 8-9 a.m.; 5-7 p.m. 802-773-7187.
Playgroup
10 a.m. Maclure Library offers playgroup, Thursdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Birth to 5 years old. Stories, crafts, snacks, singing, dancing. 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.
Story Time
10 a.m. Story time at West Rutland Public Library. Thursdays,10 a.m. Bring young children to enjoy stories, crafts, and playtime. 802-438-2964.
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WEDNESDAY Bikram Yoga **
NOV. 28
6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Wednesdays: 6 a.m. 60-min. Bikram; 11 a.m. inferno hot pilates; 4:30 p.m. 60-min. hot power flow; 6:15 p.m. 90-min Bikram. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
Gentle Yoga in the Barn
10 a.m. Serenity Gentle yoga class, helps lengthen, stretch, strengthen body gradually, bringing mindful awareness to breath. Culminating with healing vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowl “Sound Bath.” Beginners to experts. Sol Luna Farm, 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. Register at sollunafarm.com. First class free.
Active Seniors Lunch
12 p.m. Killington Active Seniors meet for a meal Wednesdays at the Lookout Bar & Grille. Town sponsored. Come have lunch with this well-traveled group of men and women. $5/ person. 802-422-2921. 2910 Killington Road, Killington.
Jewish Discovery School
4 p.m. For ages 5-13, at Rutland Jewish Center, 96 Grove St., Rutland. Based on core Jewish values expressed through Torah, music-based approach to prayer; Jewish history, and contemporary experience. rabbakaya@rutlandjewishcenter.org.
Tobacco Cessation Group
5 p.m. Castleton Community Center, 2108 Main St., Castleton. Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free nicotine replacement therapy and other resources and supports. 802-747-3768.
Rotary Meeting
6 p.m. The Killington-Pico Rotary club cordially invites visiting Rotarians, friends and guests to attend weekly meeting. Meets Wednesdays at Summit Lodge 6-8 p.m. for full dinner and fellowship. 802-773-0600 to make a reservation. Dinner fee $19. KillingtonPicoRotary.org
Concussion Discussion
6 p.m. RRMC presents free discussion on concussion injury, 6-8 p.m. at Maple Street School, Manchester Center. Certified athletic trainers will discuss latest info on concussion injuries. Registration required at rrmc.org or 802772-2400.
Free Knitting Class
6:30 p.m. Free knitting classes at Plymouth Community Center, by Barbara Wanamaker. Bring yarn and needles, U.S. size 7 or 8 bamboo needles recommended, one skein of medium weight yarn in light or medium color. RSVP to bewanamaker@gmail.com, 802-396-0130. 35 School Drive, Plymouth.
Musing To Fruition
6:30 p.m. Listen to writers and artists in a various genres, discuss creative process then write within the energy of supportive creative circle. Goes speakers David Mook and Christine Holzshuh. $25. Register at sparklebarnshop. com. 802-446-2044. 1509 US-7, Wallingford.
Killington Bone Builders
10 a.m. Bone builders meets at Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Rd., Killington, 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Free, weights supplied. 802422-3368.
Mendon Bone Builders
WHAT TO DO IN CENTRAL VERMONT
FRIDAY
6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Fridays: 6 a.m. 60-min. hot power flow; 11 a.m. 60-min. Bikram; 4:30 p.m. inferno hot pilates. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
Open Swim **
8 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 8-9 a.m.; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 802-7737187.
Level 1 Yoga
8:30 a.m. Level 1 Hatha Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.
Story Time
10:30 a.m. Sherburne Memorial Library holds story time Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. Stories, songs, activities. Babies and toddlers welcome! 802-422-9765.
Magic: the Gathering
3:15 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library holds Magic: the Gathering Fridays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. Ages 8+, all levels welcome. 2998 River Rd., Killington. 802-422-9765.
Opening Reception
5 p.m. Chaffee Art Center holds Holiday Exhibit opening reception, 5-7 p.m. Free. Exhibit of arts in historic mansion, plus Gingerbread Houses display, food tastings, beverages, music, art. 16 South Main St., Rutland. chaffeeartcenter.org.
Swing Noire Concert
7:30 p.m. Hot club style quartet performs at ArtisTree, 2095 Pomfret Road, So. Pomfret. $20 tickets, artistreevt.org.
10 a.m. Mendon bone builders meets Thursdays at Roadside Chapel, 1680 Townline Rd, Rutland Town. 802-773-2694.
SATURDAY
All Levels Yoga
10 a.m. Chaffee Art Center offers all level yoga class with Stefanie DeSimone, 50 minute practice. $5/ class, drop-ins welcome. 16 South Main St., Rutland.
Harmony Restorative Yoga
11 a.m. Rest and relaxation with supported postures on bolsters and blankets. Ideal for recovery from fatigue, injury or illness and stress reduction. Soothing music, aromatherapy. Culminating with healing vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowl “Sound Bath.” Beginners to experts. Sol Luna Farm, 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. Register at sollunafarm.com. First class free.
Operation Dolls Open House
1 p.m. RSVP Operation Dolls and More volunteer drive to serve 55 non-profits, that gathers toys, dolls, warm items, and more for children around Rutland County. Preview the gifts at Trinity Church, West St., Rutland. 1-4 p.m.
Tobacco Cessation Group
4:30 p.m. Old Brandon Town Hall, Brandon. Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free nicotine replacement therapy and other resources and supports. 802-747-3768.
All Levels Yoga
5:30 p.m. All levels flow at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.
Beginner’s Yoga
NOV. 30
Bikram Yoga **
Bikram Yoga **
DEC. 1
7:30 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Saturdays: 7:30 a.m. 60-min. Bikram; 9 a.m. 90min. Bikram; 4:30 p.m. inferno hot pilates. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
Bottle Drive
8 a.m. Rochester Area Girl Scouts Troop 51820 holds bottle drive during Rochester’s recycling Saturday, 8-11 a.m. at Rochester Town Offices on School St. Help the girls’ adventures!
Ride With a Pro
8 a.m. Ride with Burton pro David Carrier Porcheron of YES Snowboards, a.k.a., DCP, at Killington Resort. Meet at 3 p.m. at K-1 Base Lodge, 3rd Floor. Following, “Decade” film premiere party at Darkside Snowboards at 6 p.m.
Killington Section GMC
9 a.m. Killington Section Green Mountain Club outing: The Pinnacle, Westminster. Loop trail to a ridge top and summit of Pinnacle with lean-to and views. Moderate, 3.9 miles, 643’ elevation gain. Meet at Rutland Firehouse side of Main Street Park to carpool. No dogs. 802-775-3855.
5:30 p.m. Learn to relax with easy Svaroopa yoga poses you can do at home. Thursdays 5:30-7 p.m. Mountain Yoga, 135 N. Main St. Rutland, 802-775-5104.
Bridge Club
6 p.m. Marble Valley Duplicate Bridge Club meets at Godnick Center Thursdays, 6 p.m. Sanctioned duplicate bridge games. 1 Deer St., Rutland. 802-2286276.
Sip N’ Dip
6 p.m. Thursday night Sip N’ Dip painting class at Chaffee Art Center. BYOB for an evening of painting, laughter, instruction, and a finished canvas. $30/ $25 for members. Register at chaffeeartcenter.org. 16 S. Main St., Rutland.
COOLIDGE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, DEC. 1, 10 A.M.
International Folk Dancing
6:30 p.m. Simple Israeli and European dances taught by Judy. Free. All welcome. Bring friends and BYOB. Dress comfortable, wear solid shoes with non-skid soles. at Rutland Jewish Center. Rutland Jewish Center, 96 Grove St., Rutland. 802-773-3455, rutlandjewishcenter.org.
“Resilience” Screening
6:30 p.m. Ottauquechee Health Foundation presents film screening of “Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope” at Town Hall Theater, 31 the Green, Woodstock. Free screening followed by panel discussion with area educators and providers.
Discover “The Pats” Author Reading
6:30 p.m. Phoenix Books Rutland hosts author/writer/editor Glenn Stout for talk on his new book “The Pats,” complete story of the New England Patriots. Free, open to all. Books available for signature/purchase. phoenixbooks.biz. 2 Center St., Rutland. on
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The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
SUNDAY
Brownsville Holiday Happenings
9 a.m. Brownsville holiday happenings: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas Bazaar at West Windsor Town Hall - artisans and crafters selling wares, plus Christmas music by fiddler Adam Boyce. Lunch at the bazaar, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Brownsville holiday tree lighting with caroling, refreshments and visit from Santa at 4 p.m., across from town hall. Concert of Christmas music at 5:30 p.m. at Brownsville Community Church. Free will offering. Brownsville-Hartland Road, West Windsor. brownsvilleumc-vt.org. All welcome.
Art & Craft Sale/ Basket Raffle
9 a.m. Benefit for Maclure Library, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lothrop School Gym, 3447 US Route 7, Pittsford. Two floors of vendors with holiday gifts, plus food sale.
Cookies & Cocoa
9 a.m. Chaffee Art Center holds Cookies and Cocoa, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. Have holiday photo taken, make an ornament, enjoy cookies & cocoa, listen to story by fireplace, view exhibits, more. Bring a non-perishable for food bank. chaffeeartcenter.org.
Gentle Yoga in the Barn
10 a.m. Gentle yoga class, culminating with healing vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowl “Sound Bath.” Beginners to experts. Sol Luna Farm, 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. Register at sollunafarm.com. First class free.
Family Clay
10 a.m. Once monthly hand building ceramics studio session. Decide what to make, and join another month to glaze it. Parents/caregiver must accompany child - $20/ pair; $5 additional family members. Drop-ins welcome. artistreevt.org. 2095 Pomfret Road, So. Pomfret.
The Longest Day Raffle
10 a.m. Alzheimer’s Awareness benefit raffle at Rutland Area Flea Market, 200 West St., Rutland, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Get raffle tickets weekends through Dec. 16 (drawing held that day). Benefits Vt Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association. 802-747-0658.
Coolidge Holiday Open House
10 a.m. Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site hosts Coolidge Holiday Open House, a Top 10 Winter Event, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Includes: sleigh/wagon rides, tours, traditional gifts, cheese, homemade chocolate samples, furniture demos, activities, wreath-making, ornament making, holiday postal cancellation, lunch. 3780 Route 100A, Plymouth.
Okemo Food Drive
DEC. 2
Heartfulness Meditation
12 p.m. Every Monday meals at Chittenden Town Hall at 12 noon. Open to public, RSVP call by Friday prior, 483-6244. Gene Sargent. Bring your own place settings. Seniors $3.50 for 60+. Under 60, $5. No holidays. 337 Holden Rd., Chittenden.
7:45 a.m. Free group meditation Sundays, Rochester Town Office, School St. Dane, 802-767-6010. heartfulness.org.
Bikram Yoga **
9 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Sundays: 9 a.m. 90-min. Bikram; 11 a.m. inferno hot pilates; 4:30 p.m. 60-min. Bikram. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
The Longest Day Raffle
10 a.m. Alzheimer’s Awareness benefit raffle at Rutland Area Flea Market, 200 West St., Rutland, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Get raffle tickets weekends through Dec. 16 (drawing held that day). Benefits Vt Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association. 802-747-0658.
Yoga with Dawn
10:30 a.m. Yoga class with Dawn resumes at Plymouth Community Center. All levels welcome, please bring your own mat. $12 per class or $90 for 10 classes. 35 School Drive, Plymouth.
Brandon Holiday Auction
Holiday Market
Klezmer Group
1 p.m. Chaffee Art Center annual meeting, 1-3 p.m. at 16 S. Main St., Rutland. Review successes, share plans for 2019, then mix and mingle with board members, refreshments, more.
Woodstock Vt Film Series **
3 p.m. 9th annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series returns, with “Puzzle” at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. $11 adults; $6 kids under 16. Members, discounted price. Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road, Woodstock. billingsfarm.org.
Open Swim
5 p.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: Tues., Thurs., Saturday 5-7 p.m. 802-7737187.
Bingo
5:30 p.m. Bridgewater Grange Bingo, Saturday nights, doors open at 5:30 p.m. Games start 6:30 p.m. Route 100A, Bridgewater Corners. Just across bridge from Junction Country Store. All welcome. Refreshments available.
Open Gym
6 p.m. Friday night open gym at Head Over Heels, 152 North Main St., Rutland. 6-8 p.m. Ages 6+. Practice current skills, create gymnastic routines, learn new tricks, socialize with friends! $5/ hour members; $8/ hour non-members. Discount punch cards available. 802-773-1404.
FOLA Film
7 p.m. FOLA shows film “Hello, My Name is Doris” at Ludlow Town Hall, in Heald Auditorium, 37 S. Depot St., Ludlow. Free, donations suggested, water and popcorn provided. fola.us.
Va-et-vient
7:30 p.m. Vermont trio performs French, Quebecois, Cajun and Creole music at Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Road, Brandon. $20 tickets, dinner available before. BYOB. brandon-music.net.
Fire & Ice
9 p.m. The Engine Room presents Fire & Ice featuring DJ Camilo, 9 p.m.-midnight. 188 S. Main St., White River Junction. Dancing, drinks, and lights. Hip-hop, pop, dance hits, EDM.
12 p.m. Fair Haven Historical Society hosts self guided tour of Marble Mansion Inn, west side of the park. Free; donations accepted. Guides answer questions. Light refreshments and society wares available for sale. 12 W. Park Place, Fair Haven.
COOKIE PARTY AT SUMMIT LODGE WEDNESDAY, DEC. 5, 6 P.M.
12 p.m. All levels flow at Killington Yoga with Cristy Murphy. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga. com, 802-422-4500. 2 p.m. Friends of Brandon Free Public Library annual holiday auction featuring over 50 local patrons, artists, and businesses who have donated items. Preview 1:30 p.m. Music, refreshments, door prizes. $1 requested donation .802-247-8230. 4 Franklin St., Brandon. 4 p.m. Love Klezmer? Can you play an instrument? Join the Klezmer group at Rutland Jewish Center, 96 Grove St., Rutland. 802-773-3455. 4-6 p.m. All welcome. Free.
Science Pub
4 p.m. Science Pub season 7 bring Caitlin E. Hicks Pries, assistant professor of Biological Sciences, Dartmouth College, to the Brandon Inn with Soils and Global Warming discussion. Lecture and lively conversation is free, buy any nosh/beverages. 20 Park St., Brandon.
Historical Society Program
4 p.m. Cavendish Historical Society celebrates 100th anniversary of birth of Soviet dissident and Nobel Prize winner (and former Cavendish resident) Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn with video of his farewell to Cavendish address from 1994, plus discussion, potluck supper, ice cream and cake. Cavendish Baptist Church, 2258 Main St., Cavendish. Snow date Dec. 9.
Connection Support Group
4:30 p.m. NAMI Vermont’s connection support group at Rutland Mental Health Services, 78 S. Main St., Rutland. 4:30-6 p.m. First and third Sunday of each month. Free recovery support group for people living with mental illness. Learn from one another, share coping strategies, offer mutual encouragement and understanding.
Festival of Trees
5:30 p.m. Paramount Theatre’s 16th annual Festival of Trees live benefit auction on the stage at the theater, 30 Center St., Rutland. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Live auction begins 6:45 p.m. Auctioneer Bob Prozzo, hors d’oeuvres by Roots and A Dozen Eggs. List includes: Killington season pass, 2,000 sq. ft of paving, 2 weeks at Camp Betsy Cox, dinner for 10 at Cafe Provence, 1 week stay in Newport, RI condo, 1 week stay in France, 700 gallons of heating oil, and A LOT more. paramountvt.org.
Marble Mansion Tour
INNdulgence Tour
INNdulgence Tour
Chaffee Annual Meeting
Monday Meals
11 a.m. Maple Valley Grange #318 holds Christmas Bingo. Gifts to choose for regular games; cash for specials. Doors open 11 a.m. Games begin 1 p.m. Food available. 802-353-4651. Dugway Road, S. Wallingford.
All Levels Yoga
12 p.m. Holiday market, 12-4 p.m., at North Clarendon Chapel. Vendors: clarendonheritage.org; 802-468-7047. Fundraiser for chapel restoration. Local crafts.
11:30 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 802-773-7187.
Christmas Bingo
Bridge Club
12 p.m. Nearly a dozen Vermont inns open their doors Dec. 1-2, 12-5 p.m., for guests to stop and enjoy inn-dulgent treats and enjoy unique decorations. Self-guided tour, no overnight reservations needed. $20 tickets include access to participating inns, free goodies at each, cash bar available at some, chance to win free night at one inn. goldenstageinn.com.
11 a.m. Better breathers support group. Have difficult time breathing? Join the American Lung Association support group led by a respiratory therapist, first Monday of each month. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Godnick Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland.
Open Swim
11 a.m. Saturday morning open gym at Head Over Heels, 152 North Main St., Rutland. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. All ages welcome. Practice current skills, create gymnastic routines, learn new tricks, socialize with friends. $5/ hour members; $8/ hour non-members. Discount punch cards available. 802-773-1404. 12 p.m. Marble Valley Duplicate Bridge Club meets at Godnick Center Saturdays, 12-4 p.m. Sanctioned duplicate bridge games. 1 Deer St., Rutland. 802228-6276.
Better Breathers
7 a.m. Okemo Mountain Resort holds Cares and Shares food drive between 7 a.m.-1 p.m. at Clock Tower base area. Bring at least 5 non-perishables, new child’s toy, or new clothing item for discounted skiing and riding ticket. 77 Okemo Ridge Road, Ludlow. okemo.com.
12 p.m. Nearly a dozen Vermont inns open their doors Dec. 1-2, 12-5 p.m., for guests to stop and enjoy inn-dulgent treats and enjoy unique decorations. Self-guided tour, no overnight reservations needed. $20 tickets include access to participating inns, free goodies at each, cash bar available at some, chance to win free night at one inn. goldenstageinn. com.
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MONDAY Bikram Yoga **
DEC. 3
6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Mondays: 6 a.m. and 11 a.m., 60 min. Bikram; 4:30 p.m. 60-min. hot power flow; 6:15 p.m. 90-min. Bikram. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic
Holiday Party
12 p.m. Killington Active Seniors holiday party at Sherburne Memorial Library, in the community room. 2998 River Road, Killington. Pot luck lunch, bring a dish to share for 8 and a wrapped gift for the Yankee swap. Plus, paper goods for the Killington Cupboard. Info, Nan, 802-422-9244. 12-3:30 p.m.
Rutland Rotary
12:15 p.m. Rotary Club of Rutland meets Mondays for lunch at The Palms Restaurant. Learn more or become a member, journal@sover.net.
Tobacco Cessation Group
5 p.m. Free tobacco cessation group. Mondays, 5-6 p.m. at CVPS/Leahy Community Health Ed Center at RRMC, 160 Allen St., Rutland. Free nicotine replacement therapy and other resources and supports. 802-747-3768.
Killington Yoga/Pilates
5 p.m. Two classes: Pilates Mat, 5 p.m. Yin Yoga, 5:45 p.m. at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802422-4500.
Family Support Group
6 p.m. NAMI Vermont’s family support group at RRMC Leahy Conference Room D, 160 Allen St., Rutland. First Monday of each month. For families and friends of those living with mental illness. Free, confidential, share ideas and suggestions.
All Levels Yoga
6:30 p.m. Chaffee Art Center offers all level yoga class with Stefanie DeSimone, 50 minute practice. $5/ class, drop-ins welcome. 16 South Main St., Rutland.
Citizenship Classes
Vermont Adult Learning will offers free citizenship classes. Call Marcy Green, 802-775-0617, and learn if you may qualify for citizenship at no cost. 16 Evelyn St., Rutland. Also, free classes in reading, writing, and speaking for English speakers of other languages. Ongoing.
8 a.m. Rutland County Humane Society hosts low-cost cat spay/neuter clinic for Rutland County residents. Drop off 8-8:30 a.m., pick up 4:30 p.m. $65. Register at vt-can.org, 802-223-0034. Financial assistance available. 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford.
TUESDAY
Killington Yoga
8:30 a.m. All Level Flow Yoga, 8:30 a.m. at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.
Killington Bone Builders
10 a.m. Bone builders meets at Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Rd., Killington, 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Free, weights supplied. 802-422-3368.
Bikram Yoga **
DEC. 4
6 a.m. Bikram Yoga holds classes Tuesdays: 6 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. Inferno hot pilates; 9 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 90-min. Bikram. 1360 US-4, Mendon. bikramyogamendon.com.
Open Swim **
8 a.m. Enjoy the warm water at Mitchell Therapy Pool at Vermont Achievement Center, 88 Park St., Rutland: 8-9 a.m.; 12-1 p.m.; 5-7 p.m. 802-773-7187.
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CALENDAR
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Art Workshop
10 a.m. Hand-in-Hand open art workshop, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesdays at Sherburne Memorial Library, Killington. Open art workshop - all levels, interests, mediums. Free. Ann Wallen Community Room. 802-2991777.
Mendon Bone Builders
BROWNSVILLE HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS SATURDAY, DEC. 1
10 a.m. Mendon bone builders meets Tuesdays at Roadside Chapel, 1680 Townline Rd, Rutland Town. 802-773-2694.
Tobacco Cessation Group
11 a.m. Free tobacco cessation group. Free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges. Every Tuesday, 11-12 p.m. at Heart Center, 12 Commons St., Rutland. 802-7473768.
Harmony Restorative Yoga
11 a.m. Rest and relaxation with supported postures on bolsters and blankets. Ideal for recovery from fatigue, injury or illness and stress reduction. Soothing music, aromatherapy. Culminating with healing vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowl “Sound Bath.” Beginners to experts. Sol Luna Farm, 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. Register at sollunafarm.com. First class free.
Snow Tree Candle Painting
4 p.m. Chaffee Art Center holds snow tree candle painting, 6-8 p.m. Instruction and creation. $20 includes materials. 16 S. Main St., Rutland. chaffeeartcenter.org.
TOPS Meeting
4:45 p.m. TOPS meets Tuesday nights at Trinity Church in Rutland (corner of West and Church streets). Side entrance. Weight in 4:45-5:30 p.m. Meeting 6-6:30 p.m. All welcome, stress free environment, take off pounds sensibly. 802-293-5279.
Level 1 Yoga
5:30 p.m. Level 1 Hatha Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-422-4500.
Heartfulness Meditation
5:45 p.m. Free group meditation Tuesdays, Mountain Yoga, 135 N Main St #8, Rutland. Margery, 802-775-1795. heartfulness.org.
Bereavement Group
6 p.m. VNAHSR’s weekly bereavement group, Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court St., Rutland. Rev. Andrew Carlson facilitates. Free, open to the public. 802-770-1613.
Tree of Remembrance
6 p.m. VNAHSR’s 30th annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony at Franklin Conference Center, Howe Center, Rutland. Free, open to public. Reflect, honor, and celebrate those who have passed. Guest speaker Kris Francoeur, music by Trillium choir, remarks by Hospice medical director, recitation of loved ones’ names, lighting of the tree, refreshments, fellowship. RSVP to 802-775-0568.
Legion Bingo
6:15 p.m. Brandon American Legion, Tuesdays. Warm ups 6:15 p.m., regular games 7 p.m. Open to the public. Bring a friend! Franklin St., Brandon.
Chess Club
7 p.m. Rutland Rec Dept. holds chess club at Godnick Adult Center, providing a mind-enhancing skill for youth and adults. All ages are welcome; open to the public. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. 1 Deer St., Rutland.
WME’s “Face of Winter”
7:30 p.m. Warren Miller Entertainment’s “Face of Winter” ski film shown at Middlebury Town Hall Theater, 68 S. Pleasant St., Middlebury. $20 tickets at townhalltheater.org.
Cookie party to benefit NewStory Center Wednesday, Dec. 5, 6 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The annual Cookie Party to benefit the NewStory Center, formerly the Rutland County Women’s Shelter, will be held at the Summit Lodge in Killington on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 6-8 p.m. Bring six dozen cookies of all the same kind to exchange for the
Reading education:
same amount (or less). There is a $10 minimum donation that will go to the women’s shelter. Or, bring no cookies and just come for an evening of fun and laughter. All cookies left at the end of the evening will go to the shelter for the resident’s to enjoy. Light food will be served, along with a cash bar. No early birds, please. Summit Lodge is located on Summit Road, off Killington Road, Killington.
Moving grades to Woodstock is controversial but got the votes
continued from page 1 spends about $13,889 per student a year while the Prosper Valley School spends $19,923—a 29 percent difference, School Board member Matt Stover of Woodstock said at the meeting on Monday. The student to teacher ratio also varies from campus to campus, from eight students in some classes to as many as 26 students. Board member Jennifer Iannantuoni , who sits on the finance committee, said the combination of elementary grades with Reading and Woodstock would make learning opportunities more equitable. Board members said they did not intend to close Reading. “There’ a lot of education value to it, there’s mental value, there’s social value,” said Bainos, who explained
there’s opportunity to create a sustainable model at Reading. The board also emphasized that the integration of Prosper Valley and Woodstock students was only temporary as Prosper Valley continues to struggle with how to combat a $500,000 mold issue at which discovered early this year. Iannantuoni said it would likely take two years before Prosper Valley is ready to reopen. In the meantime, a short-term committee will be set up with board members, community members, parents and staff to look at solutions for the campus. “There’re a lot of potential for it,” she said. Finance Director Richard Seamen said he is speaking with engineers to complete a study of the Prosper
Valley School,, which served Bridgewater and Pomfret schools until it closed. Seamen said it would cost around $10,000 to complete the study. The integration of schools will save $600,000, but the budget is still expected to increase at least $77,000– mostly due to increases in salaries and the costs of health insurance. Seth Westbrook, a former Prosper Valley School board member, was anticipating more budget challenges in the future. He urged the board to consider the impact that would have on children. “Let’s figure out a way to do this that works that isn’t sending kids around from one school to the next to the next, next bouncing them around like a ping-pong ball,” he said.
MUSIC SCENE
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
Music scene by dj dave hoffenberg
WEDNESDAY NOV. 28
KILLINGTON
[MUSIC Scene] 7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub
7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub
9 p.m. Moguls Sports Pub
8 p.m. Pickle Barrel Nightclub
Tom O’Carroll
DJ Dave’s All Request Night
PAWLET
Mullet
9 p.m. Moguls Sports Pub
6 p.m. Liquid Art
7 p.m. The Barn Restaurant and Tavern
PAWLET
Zack Slik
RUTLAND
POULTNEY
7 p.m. Rick and Kat’s Howlin’ Mouse
Open Mic with Tee Boneicus Jones
7 p.m. Barn Restaurant and Tavern Pickin’ in Pawlet
RUTLAND 9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern College Night with DJ Mega
THURSDAY NOV. 29
PITTSFIELD 8 p.m. Clear River Tavern Open Mic Jam with The Bubsies
POULTNEY 7 p.m. Taps Tavern The Plumb Bobs
RUTLAND 9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern
Full Backline Open Mic with Robby Smolinski
7 p.m. Taps Tavern Northern Homespun
RUTLAND
9 p.m. Center Street Alley
Kris Collett
9 p.m. Center Street Alley DJ Dirty D
9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern DJ Mega
NOV. 30
KILLINGTON 6 p.m. Charity’s 1887 Saloon Brad Morgan on Piano
6 p.m. Wobbly Barn Rick Redington
7 p.m. Summit Lodge The County Down
DJ Mega
9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern
Karaoke 101 with Tenacious T
STOCKBRIDGE
DEC. 3
KILLINGTON 2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Duane Carleton
LUDLOW 9:30 p.m. The Killarney
Open Mic with King Arthur Junior
RUTLAND 9:30 p.m. The Venue Krishna Guthrie
WOODSTOCK 7:30 p.m. Bentley’s Open Mic Night
7 p.m. Wild Fern
Rick Redington and The Luv
TUESDAY
SOUTH POMFRET 7:30 p.m. Artistree
An Evening with Swing Noire
WOODSTOCK 10 p.m. Bentley’s Restaurant Dancing after Dark with DJ Andraudy
SATURDAY DEC. 1
SUNDAY DEC. 2
KILLINGTON 4 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub Pam and Dan
7:30 p.m. Brandon Music Va-et-vient
KILLINGTON 2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Green Brothers Band
2 p.m. Killington Beer Company Josh Jakab
5 p.m. Wobbly Barn Krishna Guthrie
5:30 p.m. Charity’s 1887 Saloon Brad Morgan on Piano
7 p.m. Summit Lodge The County Down
DEC. 4
BRIDGEWATER 7 p.m. Ramunto’s Brick and Brew Pizza Trivia Night
CASTLETON
5 p.m. The Foundry
6 p.m. Third Place Pizzeria
6 p.m. Summit Lodge
KILLINGTON
Jazz Night with Summit Pond Quartet Duane Carleton
BRANDON
FRIDAY
Super Stash Bros
MTM: SOH Black Absence & Coffin Birth feat Crypitus/Humdinger
7:30 p.m. Hop ‘n’ Moose
MONDAY
Tom O’Carroll
9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Rick Webb
10 p.m. Moguls Sports Pub
Josh Jakab
2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge Daniel Brown
7:30 p.m. Killington Beer Company Open Mic Night with The Bubsies
Local’s Night with Duane Carleton
POULTNEY
RUTLAND
7 p.m. Taps Tavern
3:30 p.m./7 p.m. Grace Congregational UCC
Bluegrass Jam
RUTLAND
9:30 p.m. The Venue
9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern
STOCKBRIDGE
9:30 p.m. The Venue
Handel’s Messiah Open Mic
12 p.m. Wild Fern
Open Mic with Krishna Guthrie Karaoke
Cigar Box Brunch w/ Rick Redington
1 p.m. Wild Fern The People’s Jam
Hemp market growth:
It’s up over 400 percent in Vermont recently
continued from page 5 of Agriculture is getting around that uncertainty with the same approach to competition that it brings to all of the commodities grown in Vermont: by focusing on Vermont’s niche and reputation. “What we are trying to do here through the agency is make sure we protect the Vermont brand,” said Agriculture Secretary Anson Tebbetts. “We’ve done it with cheese, with maple, and now we’re going to do it with hemp. We’ll make sure they know when they are buying a hemp product from Vermont, there’s quality behind it.” The agency will soon have a separate registration form available for hemp processors, Smith said. Anyone in possession of hemp is required to register. Although many business analysts have made statements about the size and the future of the CBD business, that market, too, is much too new for forecasting. Despite the lack of clear data, some banks and credit unions are now making loans to CBD businesses. Christianson and Quist started the business based on what they were seeing in Vermont. “One article will state it will be $20 billion by 2020, and
another $2 billion,” said Quist. “From inside the industry, we’re finding that general business tenets just don’t exist. Pricing is all over the board, depending on who you want to talk to. There are so many people wanting to get themselves in the market. We just kind of block out the noise.” “We’ve had no shortage of people supplying us biomass, and also no shortage of people approaching us for purchase contracts, even in the infancy of our business,” Christianson said. “We feel that the market is continuing to validate itself. Obviously there’s a risk associated with it, but any metrics we have found that are looking at forecasts of this industry are showing growth.” Whatever happens on a national or international scale, Tebbetts said he sees hemp as a way for Vermont’s farmers to diversify. According to the agency, the largest grower registered with the state right now is Gregory Markowski, with 274 acres in Florence. “We’re not going to have this huge industrial commodity in Vermont; the landscape is not going to go that way,” Tebbetts said. “It may happen in Kentucky, in New York, but we’re going to be small farms growing a few acres.”
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PUZZLES
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
• SUDOKU
• MOVIE TIMES
• CROSSWORD
• MOVIE DIARY
just for fun
SUDOKU
the MOVIE diary
By Dom Cioffi
Each block is divided by its own matrix of nine cells. The rule for solving Sudoku puzzles are very simple. Each row, column and block, must contain one of the numbers from “1” to “9”. No number may appear more than once in any row, column, or block. When you’ve filled the entire grid the puzzle is solved.
Solutions on page 31
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
CLUES ACROSS 1. Scottish lawyer (abbr.) 4. __-bo: exercise system 7. When you hope to get there 8. Jewish spiritual leader 10. Long, pointed tooth 12. Hillsides 13. Scandinavian god 14. Keyboard key 16. Indian title of respect 17. The end 19. Shaft horsepower (abbr.) 20. Domesticated animals 21. The gridiron 25. Disfigure 26. Central processing unit 27. Get in _ __: fight 29. Jacob __, US journalist 30. One point north of due west 31. He said, __ said 32. Where people live 39. Sheep noises 41. The ocean 42. Packers’ QB Rodgers 43. One who buys and sells at the same time 44. Place to get cash 45. Dog’s name 46. Aviation enthusiast 48. Plant of the lily family 49. Larval crustaceans 50. Brooklyn hoopster 51. Military force ready to move quickly (abbr.) 52. Make an effort
CLUES DOWN 1. Set back 2. Flat 3. Place to gamble 4. Dark liquid 5. Mortified 6. Famed movie critic 8. Corpuscle count (abbr.) 9. Egyptian goddess 11. Type of garment 14. Extremely high frequency 15. More peppery 18. The big game (abbr.) 19. Single Lens Reflex 20. In addition 22. In the company of 23. Order’s partner 24. Upon 27. Dazzles 28. Baseball stat 29. The 17th letter of the Greek alphabet 31. Helps little firms 32. Arrested 33. Haw’s partner 34. Expresses surprise 35. Stumblebums 36. Align relative to points on a compass 37. LA ballplayer 38. Showing disapproval toward 39. “Diamonds & Rust” singer 40. Protects the wearer’s body 44. Yes vote 47. British Air Aces Solutions on page 31
Tis the season
Here we are again – the start of another busy holiday season is upon us. It’s no surprise that Christmas and New Year’s happen at the end of December, but inevitably many of us find ourselves scrambling to get a handle on the things that need to get done before the big days arrive. This year (like so many others) I vowed to get all the activities related to the season accomplished ahead of time so I could relax when the rest of the world is most frantic. So far, this year I’m on pace to accomplish this act. Last weekend I climbed into the dark recesses of my garage to extract our outdoor decorations. I then spent the better part of one afternoon fumbling with cords and ladders and swearing at myself because every strand of lights I owned was defective in one way or another – and I bought them all new last year! I made the prerequisite run to Home Depot to buy more lights and then returned to hang them. I asked my son to help with this project, figuring he could at least hold the ladder while I did all the work. Even this sounded like too much effort for him. At one point while I was working out some logistics, he laid down on the driveway and literally fell asleep – on cold cement! I finally succeeded in getting all the outdoor decorations in place. Several neighbors who walked by scolded me for being too early. I told them sheepishly that the lights weren’t going on until Dec.1, I just wanted to get the process out of the way. During the following week I started and completed our annual Christmas card. This is the 30th year that I’ve created a personal card for the holiday season. The tradition started in 1989 (the year I graduated college) and has continued uninterrupted. My wife (who was my girlfriend at the time) and I had rented an attic apartment and were doing our best to start our careers. Being that I was an illustrator, I decided that I would draw a Christmas card and then photocopy it, color it in with colored pencils, and send it to our family and college friends. The process was enjoyable and the reaction from everyone was positive so I decided to do it again the next year. As the years passed, my process improved and evolved. I went from hand coloring to outputting colored laser copies to utilizing a computer to eventually having them printed professionally. Every card features something that my wife and I did during the year. When our son arrived, he became the main focus. They almost always have a humorous slant that gives everyone an insight into our lives. I take great pride in these cards and have saved a copy of all 30, which I keep in a special binder that I pull out every holiday season. I’ve told my wife on several occasions, “If the house catches on fire, make sure you grab the Christmas card binder.”
BEAUTIFUL BOY
Getting the card completed and sent off to the printers is a huge relief. I accomplished this the day before Thanksgiving this year – my earliest completion ever. This past weekend I attacked the inside of the house, which involved climbing into the attic to remove all the Christmas boxes. Once I got those downstairs, I spent the better part of Saturday afternoon decorating. We’ve got several ceramic lighted Christmas trees, stockings, wreaths, a crèche set, numerous wintertime figurines, and a multitude of other holiday themed paraphernalia that I strew about the house. After that, my son and I went back under the eaves to drag out the Christmas tree. I’m not a fan of fake trees but when I was sick with cancer two years ago, my wife thought it would be easier. It’s a quality fake tree, but I realized fairly quickly that “fake” doesn’t necessarily mean “easy.” It’s still a ton of work to muscle the thing together and get it decorated. By Saturday evening that process was also complete. So, I am officially done with the major holiday prepping. And to really top things off, I’ve almost completed all my shopping as well! Now I can sit back, have a warm toddy, and enjoy the sounds, scents, and sights of the season. This week’s feature, “Beautiful Boy,” features a family that spent several years devoid of joy while their young son suffered through a horrible addition to narcotics. Based on two separate memoirs from David Shelf and Nic Shelf (a real-life father and son), “Beautiful Boy” delves into the ugly underbelly of addition and the pain it causes for both the addict and their families. Starring Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet, this is far from a feel-good movie, but is instead a painfully gripping portrayal of the intensity and all-consuming dynamics that surround families when drugs take over someone’s life. It’s not an easy watch, but the delivery is professionally and artistically complete. This film is well worth watching, just plan to follow it up with something a little more uplifting soon afterwards. A somber “B” for “Beautiful Boy.” Got a question or comment for Dom? You can email him at moviediary@att.net.
ROCKIN’ THE REGION
The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
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n o i g e R e h T ’ Rock i n a n d Da n with Pam
KILLINGTON’S BREWERY
rockin’ the region
Flights - Pints - Beer to Go
All welcome - sign up at 6:30
Musically, Dan grew up on Crosby, Stills & Nash; Keb Mo; and the Allman Brothers, and Pam was raised on Southern Rock. Dan’s been a ski instructor for 40 years. “I took the Killington School for Instructors. I don’t know if they still have that, but then I moved out west and started teaching there. This was back in 1978, so it’s been 40 years since I’ve skied in the east.” This tour came about with them cold-calling venues. Pam said, “Killington was a tougher nut to crack. They weren’t accepting new artists, so I had to keep searching, but as soon as I got Murray [McGrath] on the phone, we had a great chat. He’s a really sweet guy. He liked what we were up to, so he added us on a night he doesn’t normally do music.” Dan added,
“He’s a really nice guy.” Pam and Dan are a folk/ country duo. Pam plays the standup bass and sings and Dan plays acoustic guitar/ percussion and sings. They do 1970s folk rock and 80s country with some newer country, too. They also have originals which Dan calls “mountain type music.” It’s music that’s important to them. Pam said, “We have a lot of songs about the environment. One of our focuses for the tour is to bring awareness to the need for climate action. Our website has some links to organizations that we believe in. We like to try and have some good content but also understand people don’t want to be brought down when they’re at a fun pub. We keep it light, we keep it lively. I like to say we mix in the old hippie tunes, songs that every genera-
tion loves. We try and put a message out there as well.” Since they’re playing McGrath’s, they knew they needed some Irish for Murray, so they’ll play “Whiskey on a Sunday” and the “Irish Rover.” Back in Colorado they play in a Rolling Stones tribute band and other fun bar cover bands. Pam said, “We decided to go this folk duo route to broaden our pallet, musically. Dan is the main songwriter and we wanted to get his songs out in a way we couldn’t do with the band. They’re really great, well written tunes. It’s fun and we’re having a great time together.” Dan said, “We’re doing what we love to do: skiing and playing music.” They’ve only been playing in this duo for three and a half years, but for 18 as a rhythm section. They just Pam and Dan, page 35
Darmouth racers:
Hard work pays off for these Dartmouth racers at the Killington Cup
continued from page 4 Peterson qualified for the event about a week before, at time trials in Colorado. Peterson grew up in California but her mother Barbara Edelston-Peterson grew up in Peru, Vermont and attended Stratton Mountain School. “I’m very proud,” said Barbara. “For her, it’s huge. She has that champion mindset. It takes a certain kind of person—there’s no question about that.” Both Mangan and Peterson were excited for O’Brien. Mangan and O’Brien take classes together at Dartmouth and regularly travel together for skiing. They also write a column together for skiracing.com called Trish O’Brien. “She works super super hard,” said Mangan. “She couldn’t have deserved it more.” O’Brien competed in Saturday’s GS as well, but fell at the bottom of the race. She had a make a quick turnaround between her first and second runs on Sunday. She was one of the last racers to go in the first run Sunday and the first to go in the second run. This time, the course was fresh and free of ruts, allowing her to ski the line she wanted. “It felt like a world of difference to me,” she said. “It felt amazing to ski a fresh course. I got to get a lot more response out of the snow.” O’Brien is used to eastern skiing. She grew up skiing at Squaw Valley, California but moved to Vermont at age 14 to attend Burke Mountain Academy. “Coming back and skiing in Vermont feels so comfort-
ing,” she said. “It feels a little bit like coming home. I have a lot of friends and connections in the east.” O’Brien is two years younger than Mikaela Shiffrin, who also attended Burke and claimed the win in the slalom for the third consecutive year at Killington. Shiffrin finished her winning run with a time of 50.76. O’Brien said she has long looked up to Shiffrin, who was already competing at World Cups in high school. “All of us are in awe,” O’Brien said. “She always gets it done–that’s very inspiring. It’s fun and exciting to watch.” This wasn’t her first success at Killington. In high school, O’Brien won second in a slalom run when she was about 15. She remembers the conditions to what she saw Sunday–wet and rainy. “I might have some good mojo in in the ruts of Killington,” she said. The World Cup is a much different experience, however. “The race itself is in a league of its own in terms of the fans and the energy,” O’Brien said. O’Brien hopes to maintain her early season success. “It can get discouraging when you’re working so hard,” she admitted. She’s still trying to find a pre-race routine that works for her. She plans to compete in North American Cup races later this year.. “I’ve been consistently working and training everyday and getting better,” said O’Brien.
GRATEFUL DEAD NIGHT
we play a full show from opener to encore 7-10pm
Josh Jakub
Free Admission 4-7PM
SAT
Submitted
Musical duo Pam and Dan will perform at McGrath’s Irish Pub, Sunday.
TUES
VINYL NIGHT bring your own or spin ours 7-10pm
OPEN MIC NIGHT WED
Come to McGrath’s Irish Pub, Sunday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. for the first ever Killington appearance of Pam and Dan. Hailing from Carbondale, Colorado, they are embarking on their Ikon ski and music tour. They plan to play music at all of the Ikon pass resorts in North America to celebrate their passion for skiing, music, and to promote climate action. Most of the venues on this tour, like McGrath’s, they’ve never been to. They’re both ski instructors, so skiing is a big passion of theirs. Pam said, “I’ve never skied on the East Coast and I’ve never been to Canada, so that’s all new to me.” Dan said, “There’s 38 resorts on the Ikon pass and the plan is to hit all 38 of them.” They won’t make the international ones. Pam said they count it differently than Ikon because some resorts have multiple mountains like SkiBig3 in Alberta. There’s one non-Ikon mountain on the tour: Magic Mountain in Londonderry. Dan said, “I grew up skiing in Vermont, so Magic has some really great memories for me.” Dan grew up in Richmond, New York, but his family had a cabin at Mt. Snow, so he’s skied all over Vermont. Pam grew up in Arkansas.
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by dj dave hoffenberg
Upcoming Events: 12/15 Bangers And Mash 1/19 & 1/20 Reckoning 2/1 Dirk Quinn Band 2/23 Quarterhorse *tickets availble on eventbrite or at brewery
Open 7 Days a Week Noon-?
www.killingtonbeercompany.com 53 Woods Rd. Killington, VT 05751 in the Spa Building at the Woods Resort
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Ottauquechee Health Foundation brings ‘Resilience’ to Woodstock Thursday, Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m.— WOODSTOCK—The Ottauquechee Health Foundation (OCF) is proud to present the film screening of “Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope,” at the Town Hall Theater in Woodstock, on Thursday, Nov. 29 at 6:30 p.m. “Resilience” chronicles the birth of a new movement among pediatricians, therapists, educators and communities, who are using cutting-edge brain science to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction and disease. “Resilience” is a onehour documentary that delves into the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent toxic stress. Now understood to be one of the leading causes of everything from heart disease and cancer to substance abuse and depression, extremely stressful experiences in childhood can alter brain development and have lifelong effects on health and behavior. “The child may not remember, but the body remembers.” The experts and practitioners profiled in “Resilience” show that what’s
predictable is preventable. They are working in communities to talk about the effects of divorce, abuse and neglect, and using cutting-edge science to help the next generation break the cycles of adversity and disease. “In the United States, we spend trillions of dollars every year treating preventable diseases, rather than intervening before a patient is sick and suffering,” said Resilience director James Redford. Prevention and support are one of the most powerful ways to shift the cycle and “Resilience” is an influential film that brings much needed awareness to the topic of Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma-informed practices. The film screening is free and will be followed by a panel discussion with area educators and providers who are part of the national movement highlighted in “Resilience” to prevent childhood trauma, treat toxic stress, and greatly improve the health of future generations. OCF is located at 30 Pleasant St., Woodstock. For more information, visit ohfvt.org or call 802-457-4188.
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Kick off the holiday season in Brownsville Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.—BROWNSVILLE—On Saturday, Dec. 1, various committees of the Brownsville Community Church, West Windsor’s Beautification Committee and West Windsor Fire Department will sponsor three festive holiday events. Start the day with Christmas shopping at the Brownsville Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the West Windsor Town Hall. A fine gathering of artisans and crafters will be selling their wares at one of the area’s first Christmas Bazaars. Plus, shoppers will enjoy Christmas music by West Windsor fiddler, Adam Boyce. Lunch will be available starting at 11 a.m., with an array homemade soups, stews, salads and sandwiches, as well as freshly baked desserts. At approximately 4 p.m. at the West Windsor Town Hall (Route 44 and Brownsville Hartland Road) there will be the Town Holiday Tree Lighting. The event includes caroling, a fire pit, refreshments and two special visitors from the North Pole arriving on the West Windsor Volunteer Fire Department’s new hook-andladder. At 5:30 p.m., the community will be treated to a concert of Christmas Music and Carols at the Brownsville Community Church. Rev. Christian Huebner has arranged this concert which will feature musicians of all ages on organ, brass and piano – including an original composition by Edmund “Skip” Downing; an original composition by Windsor’s Alexandria Leary; performances by Susan J. Downing, Seven Bowen, and Pastor Christian Huebner. The Brownsville Community Church is located on the Brownsville-Hartland Road, between Albert Bridge School and the West Windsor Town Hall. Admission is free for all events, and a free-will offering will be accepted at the church concert to help offset costs. All are welcome.
Serving Breakfast & lunch 7am-2pm daily Breakfast all day, lunch after 11am Come to our sugarhouse for the best breakfast around! After breakfast check out our giftshop for all your souvenier, gift, and maple syrup needs. We look forward to your visit! Sugar & Spice Restaurant & Gift Shop Rt. 4 Mendon, VT 802-773-7832 www.vtsugarandspice.com
Holiday Celebration at the Chaffee Nov. 30, Dec. 1—RUTLAND—The Chaffee Art Center welcomes all to the Holiday Exhibit Opening Reception on Nov. 30 from 5-7 p.m. This event is free for all to attend complete with food tastings, beverages, and music. Beautiful art will be on display, including oil, watercolor, ceramics, photography, mixed media, stained glass, sculpture and more. Also, on display will be Gingerbread creations with the return of the Chaffee’s Gingerbread Contest. Awards will be presented in a variety of categories during the opening. All are invited to submit their imaginative creations. In the spirit of the season, a non-perishable food item donation would be gratefully accepted. Join the Chaffee for Cookies and Cocoa on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The events are free and family-friendly: Have a holiday photo taken by photographer Brian Farnum. Make an ornament for the Chaffee tree and one to take home. Decorate a holiday cookie and enjoy it with a cup of hot cocoa. Listen to a story being read by the fireplace. Experience the beauty of the historic 1890s mansion decorated for the holiday season, and view the gift room. All are invited to stay for the Chaffee’s annual meeting, beginning at 1 p.m. Chaffee Art Center is located at 16 South Main St., Rutland. For more information, visit chaffeeartcenter.org.
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Discover the history of the New England Patriots with Glenn Stout Thursday, Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—On Thursday, Nov. 29 at 6:30 p.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host Glenn Stout for a talk on his new book, “The Pats,” the first book to tell the complete story of the New England Patriots, featuring thorough research, archival photos, and essays from notable authors, journalists, and local celebrities. The New England Patriots have become a dynasty, though it didn’t begin that way. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, the Pats have captured this country’s attention like no other franchise. From two award-winning authors this is the first complete story of a legendary team and its five championship trophies. In the tradition of their celebrated illustrated histories of some of sports’ most iconic franchises, Stout and Johnson tell the history in full and in colorful detail. This is a lavishly illustrated tale full of larger-than-life characters – from founding owner Billy Sullivan, early stars like Syracuse running back Jim Nance and beloved wide receiver turned broadcaster Gino Cappeletti, to Hall of Famers and stars like John Hannah, Russ Francis, and Steve Grogan through to present-day stars like Tom Brady and Bill Belichick and owner Bob Kraft. Glenn Stout is a freelance writer, author, and editorial consultant and has served as Series Editor of The Best American Sports Writing since its inception. He ihas collaborated with Richard Johnson on Red Sox Century, Yankees Century, The Cubs and The Dodgers. Stout has lived in and around Boston for 20 years. Currently he lives in Vermont. This event is free and open to all. Phoenix Books Rutland is located at 2 Center St., Rutland. Copies of “The Pats” will be available to purchase and have signed. For more information, call 802-855-8078 or visit phoenixbooks.biz.
Girl Scouts to hold bottle drive in Rochester Saturday, Dec. 1, 8 a.m.—ROCHESTER—The Rochester Area Girl Scouts troop 51820 will hold a bottle drive fundraiser during Rochester’s recycling day, Saturday, 8 a.m.-11 a.m., at the Rochester Town office. Bring those piled-up empties to support the girls’ adventures!
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Brandon Free Public Library holds holiday auction Sunday, Dec. 2, 2 p.m.—BRANDON—The Friends of the Brandon Free Public Library’s annual holiday auction will take place on Sunday, Dec. 2 beginning at 2 p.m. Over 50 local patrons, artists and Brandon businesses have donated wreaths, ornaments and other seasonal decorations, works of art, hand crafted wooden items, dinners for two, birdhouses, gift certificates and more. Preview from 1:30-2 p.m. on the day of the auction. There will be music, refreshments and door prizes. Requested donation is $1. The library is located at 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Call 802-247-8230 for more information.
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Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn (center) will be the topic of discussion in Cavendish, Sunday.
Operation Dolls and More collects for those in need Thursday, Nov. 29, 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—RSVP Operation Dolls and More Project will hold its annual open house on Thursday, Nov. 29 at Trinity Church. The project is volunteer driven and serves over 55 non-profit organizations. Items provided, such as dolls, toys, warm items, crafts, games, and wooden creations will find appropriate homes for children all around Rutland County. The heart of the program is the volunteers who work throughout the year, sharing their talents and time, creating beautiful gifts for others in need. Come and visit the display that will dazzle and inspire. The public is invited to attend the preview on Thursday, Nov. 29 at Trinity Church on West Street in Rutland from 1-4 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 2, 4 p.m.—CAVENDISH—Dec. 11, marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Soviet dissident and Nobel Prize winner Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. Author of such books as “Gulag Archipelago, “One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich,” and “Cancer Ward,” Solzhenitsyn used his experiences and writing to draw the world’s attention to conditions in the Soviet Union, which ultimately led to the break of the USSR. Solzhenitsyn spent 18 of his 20 years in exile from Russia living and writing in Cavendish, Vermont. It was here that he wrote “The Red Wheel.” On Sunday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m., the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) will be hosting a celebration of Solzhenitsyn’s 100th birthday, which will include the showing of the video of his farewell address to Cavendish in 1994. Following the screening there will be a discussion and potluck supper. CHS will be providing the ice cream and cake. This event will take place at the Baptist Church, 2258 Main St., Cavendish. The snow date is Sunday, Dec. 9, same time and place.
Tree of Remembrance ceremony to be hosted Dec. 4 Tuesday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of the Southwest Region (VNAHSR) will host its 30th annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony at the Franklin Conference Center, Howe Square in Rutland on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The Tree of Remembrance ceremony is a way for community members to reflect, honor and celebrate loved ones and friends
who have passed away. The ceremony will feature special guest speaker, Kris Francoeur, author of, “Of Grief, Garlic and Gratitude Returning to Hope and Joy from a Shattered Life,” music by the Hospice Trillium choir, remarks by Hospice medical director Allan Eisemann, M.D., recitation of loved ones’ names, the lighting of the tree, refreshments and fellowship. “This ceremony is about families who have lost a loved one and their legacy,” said Nicole
Moran, MSN, BA, RN and director of the Hospice program. “Our caregivers, volunteers and staff care deeply for the families of our patients and offer a variety of services to them to help deal with grief and loss. This ceremony is a beloved annual event and is just one of the many ways we want to honor and remember their loved ones for years to come.” To add a loved one’s name to the wall of remembrance, to RSVP, or for more information, call 802775-0568.
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Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.— PLYMOUTH NOTCH—Step back in time to celebrate the traditions of the season at the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site. The Coolidge Holiday Open House has been recognized as a 2018-2019 “Top 10 Winter Event” by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. The event is free, open to the public, ADA accessible, and features activities for the entire family. This year, the event will be held Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Stroll through the historic village and visit the Homestead where President Calvin Coolidge was sworn in as president of the United States. Experience the Coolidge Birthplace decorated as it would have been in 1872, the year the future president was born. Enjoy holiday organ and piano music performed throughout the day by Steve Morse of Montpelier. Special guest Willem Lange will
read “Favor Johnson: A Christmas Story” at 11 a.m. Lange is a commentator on Vermont Public Radio and received an Emmy as host of the award-winning “Windows to the Wild” on New Hampshire Public Television. His story about Favor Johnson and the mysterious delivery of homemade fruit cakes on Christmas Eve is a Vermont classic. Copies of Lange’s CDs and books will be available for purchase and signing. Cider tasting with Champlain Orchards will be from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Plymouth Cheese Factory and caroling in the church begins at 1:30 p.m. Other activities include: sleigh and wagon rides; Coolidge Homestead tours at 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.; traditional gifts, treats, and samples of award-winning cheeses at the Plymouth Cheese Factory; homemade chocolate sampling with The Chocolatorium; learn how a Clear Lake Furniture Coolidge Rocker is made using
sugar maple tap wood; create a tiny diary just like young Cal’s or a paper lantern made from an early Plymouth photo; wreath-making and pre-made wreath sales to benefit the Coolidge Historic Site’s garden fund; make elegant paper ornaments and paper-quilled snowflakes to take home; special holiday postal cancellation at the historic Plymouth post office (the newest design in the John Lutz series) from 1-4 p.m. Lunch will be served at the Wilder House Restaurant by Tyson Ladies Aid. The Coolidge Holiday Open House is the last chance to see 2018 exhibit, Presidential Holiday: The Coolidge Summer Retreats, 1924-1928, which features the spectacular eagle-feather headdress presented to the president when he was made leader of the Sioux nation. The site is located at 3780 Route 100A, Plymouth. For more information, visit historicsites. vermont.gov.
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task. She earned her spot by competing against her teammates, the best skiers in the country, in a time trial at Colorado’s Copper Mountain. Among them was Mikaela Shiffrin, who entered the weekend with 43 career World Cup wins. “It was kind of stressful and weird because in a time trial, unlike a regular race, you are competing against your friends and teammates,” Jewett said. “Whatever happens, you’ll either be happy for your teammate or excited for yourself, but for me, there was a lot more pressure this time than in a regular race.” Jewett was hoping to qualify to race on Killington’s Superstar giant slalom course. “We do a lot of races over the course of the season, and there are a lot of other World Cup events, but this one means a lot to me,” she added. The skiers weren’t told whether they qualified for the race until their team meeting later in the day. Jewett quickly shared the good news.
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The Back Country Café is a hot spot for delicious breakfast foods. Choose from farm fresh eggs, multiple kinds of pancakes and waffles, omelet’s or daily specials to make your breakfast one of a kind. Just the right heat Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Bellini, VT Craft Brews, Coffee and hot chocolate drinks. Maple Syrup and VT products for sale Check our Facebook for daily specials. (802) 422-4411
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Looking for something a little different? Hit up McGrath’s Irish Pub for a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, live music on the weekends and delicious food. Guinness not your favorite? They also have Vermont’s largest Irish Whiskey selection. innatlongtrail.com/Home.html 802-775-7181
The Foundry
The Foundry, Killington’s premier dining destination, offers fine cuisine in a stunning scenic setting. Waterside seating welcomes you to relax and enjoy craft beer and wines selected by the house sommelier. Impeccable, chef-driven cuisine features locally sourced meats and cheeses, the freshest seafood, homemade pastas and so much more. www.foundrykillington.com (802) 422-5335
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JAX Food & Games, Killington’s hometown bar, offers weekly live entertainment, incredible food and Serving locals and visitors alike an extensive selection of locally since 1998, dinner at the Birch Ridge crafted beers. Locals favorite menu items include homemade soups of the Inn is a delicious way tofeaturing complete Serving a seasonal menu VT highlights day, burgers, nachos, salads and daily specials. JAX offers $.50 wings and your day in Killington. Featuring $1 corn dogs from 3-6pm and serves late night food until last call. www. Vermont inspired New American cuisine in the inns dining room and Great Jazz Pianist Every Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Serving a Live seasonal menu featuring VT highlights supportinglocalmusic.com (802) 422-5334 Room Lounge, you will also find a nicely stocked bar, hand crafted cocktails, fine wines, seafood and802.457.5000 vegetarian options, and wonderful house Live Jazz Pianist Every Wednesday 6:30made - 8:30 p.m. Jones’ Donuts | ontheriverwoodstock.com desserts. www.birchridge.com. (802) 422-4293 Offering donuts and a bakery, with a Located in On The River Inn, Woodstock VT 802.457.5000 | ontheriverwoodstock.com community reputation as being the best! Charitys A short scenic drive from Killington Closed Monday and Tuesday. 23 West 1887 Saloon features burgers, Located in On The This River Inn, Woodstock VT its Street, Rutland. See what’s on special at FrenchKillington Onion Soup, craft beer A short scenic famous drive from Facebook.com/JonesDonuts/. Call (802) 773-7810 and so much more. Find something for everyone on the expansive menu. The 1887 SALOON Juice Amour live music line up includes live piano We believe healthful food should taste Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. So come chill out and fill up after delicious, look beautiful, help you feel skiing or riding and get a taste of the renovated Saloon style that’s been 131 amazing and be sustainable. At Juice years in the making! (802) 422-3800. Amour we produce almost zero waste while offering 100% organic raw juices, Choices Restaurant and cashew milks, smoothies, chia pudding, Rotisserie acai & dragon fruit bowls, raw food, snacks, and more! Chef-owned, Choices Restaurant and Rotisserie was named 2012 ski Killington Diner GTO N D I N magazines favorite restaurant. Choices LL IN Looking for an ALL DAY Breakfast Spot? How about may be the name of the restaurant but a ‘GRAB and GO’ egg sandwich on your way up the F R I D A Y & S AT U R D A Y it is also what you get. Soup of the day, shrimp cockatil, steak, hamburgers, hill? We’ve got you covered with local eggs, bacon pan seared chicken, a variety of salads and pastas, scallops, sole, lamb and and coffee. Come check out our cool DINER vibe, 0 2CRAFT BEER more await you. An extensive wine list and in house made desserts are also 422-84 grab a Bloody Mary and enjoy some classic comfort available. www.choices-restaurant.com (802) 422-4030 OPEN THURS-SUN 7:30-2 too! 802.422.8422 food. Serving lunch
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Headed north from Killington on Route 100? Stop in to the Clear River Tavern to sample chef Tim Galvin’s handcrafted tavern menu featuring burgers, pizza, salads, steak and more. We’re nestled on 10 wooded acres in Pittsfield, 8 miles from the Killington Road and offer outdoor dining on our patio all fall. Our live music schedule featuring regional acts will keep you entertained, and our friendly service will leave you with a smile. We’re sure you’ll agree that “When You’re Here, You’re in the Clear.” www.clearrivertavern.com (802) 746-8999
Highline Lodge
Visit the Highline lodge. Join us in our newly renovated fireplace lounge featuring craft cocktails, local brews, small plates and lively conversation. Our in-house restaurant offers fresh, seasonal local fare with a menu changing monthly. The intimate dining room and outside patio are the perfect spots for private events, conferences and weddings. Contact Kristen Anderson at kristen@highlinelodge.com.
Killington Market
Take breakfast, lunch or dinner on the go at Killington Market, Killington’s on-mountain grocery store for the last 30 years. Choose from breakfast sandwiches, hand carved dinners, pizza, daily fresh hot panini, roast chicken, salad and specialty sandwiches. Vermont products, maple syrup, fresh meat and produce along with wine and beer are also for sale. www. killingtonmarket.com (802) 422-7736 or (802) 422-7594.
Lake Bomoseen Lodge
The Taproom at Lake Bomoseen Lodge, Vermont’s newest lakeside resort & restaurant. Delicious Chef prepared, family friendly, pub fare; appetizers, salads, burgers, pizzas, entrees, kid’s menu, a great craft brew selection & more. Newly renovated restaurant, lodge & condos. lakebomoseenlodge.com, 802-468-5251.
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MATTERS Forget about the polar vortex for a while and relax in the warm atmosphere at Liquid Art. Look for artfully served lattes from their La Marzocco espresso machine, or if you want something stronger, try their signature cocktails. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, they focus on healthy fare and provide you with a delicious meal different than anything else on the mountain.
Lookout Tavern
With a free shuttle, take away and call ahead seating, Lookout Tavern is a solid choice. Nachos, quesadillas, sweet potato fries, salads, soups, sandwiches and dinner options are always a good selection and happy hour is from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Open daily at noon and serving until midnight. on Friday. www.lookoutvt.com (802) 422-5665 Voted the best ribs and burger in Killington, Moguls is a great place for the whole family. Soups, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, chicken fingers, buckets of chicken wings, salads, subs and pasta are just some of the food that’s on the menu. Free shuttle and take away and delivery options are available. (802) 422-4777
Mountain Top Inn & Resort
Whether staying overnight or visiting for the day, Mountain Top’s Dining Room & Tavern serve delicious cuisine amidst one of Vermont’s best views. A mix of locally inspired and International cuisine – including salads, seafood, poultry and a new steakhouse menu your taste buds are sure to be satisfied. Choose from 12 Vermont craft brews on tap.Warm up by the terrace fire pit after dinner! Just a short drive from Killington. mountaintopinn.com, 802-483-2311.
Pickle Barrel
The house that rocks Killington is the largest and most exciting venue in town. With 4 bars, 3 levels and 2 stages, The Pickle Barrel offers 1 legendary party featuring live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Dining options include pizza, chicken wings, chicken tenders and French fries.
Peppinos
Chef-owned since 1992, Peppino’s offers Neapolitan cuisine at its finest: pasta, veal, chicken, seafood, steak, and flatbreads. If you want it, Peppino’s has it! Aprés-hour daily features half price appetizers and flatbreads. For reservations, call 802-4223293. peppinosvt.com.
Red Clover
Farm to Table Vermont Food and Drinks. Thursday night Live Jazz. Monday night Chef Specials. Open Thursday to Monday, 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. 7 Woodward Road, Mendon, VT. 802-775-2290, redcloverinn.com
Rosemary’s
If you’re looking for something truly unique and Vermont, check out Seward Dairy Bar. Serving classic homemade food including hamburgers, steaks, chicken, sandwiches and seafood. Craving something a little sweeter? Check out their own homemade 39 flavors of ice cream. Vermont products also sold. (802) 773-2738.
Sugar and Spice
Stop on by to Sugar and Spice for a home style breakfast or lunch served up right. Try six different kinds of pancakes and/or waffles or order up some eggs and home fries. For lunch they offer a Filmore salad, grilled roast beef, burgers and sandwiches. Take away and deck dining available. www.vtsugarandspice.com (802) 773-7832.
O’Dwyers Public House
Whether you are looking to enjoy a wholesome pint of the ‘black stuff’, or a local brew or a tasty meal while listening to some great live music, O’ Dwyer’s Pub most definitely has something for you. We endeavor to provide the freshest of ingredients, the friendliest of service, & the very best of live entertainment in the most unique and authentic setting. Great food comes from great ingredients, and it is for this reason that customers are drawn to O’ Dwyer’s Pub “There are no strangers here, only people who have not yet met.” (802) 422-3535
Sushi Yoshi
Sushi Yoshi is Killington’s true culinary adventure. With Hibachi, Sushi, Chinese and Japanese, we have something for every age and palate. Private Tatame rooms and large party seating available. We boast a full bar with 20 craft beers on draft. Lunch and dinner available seven days a week. We are chef-owned and operated. Delivery or take away option available. Now open year round. www.vermontsushi.com (802) 422-4241
STEAKHOUSE AND NIGHTCLUB
Since opening our doors in 1963, the Wobbly Barn has raised the standard of excellence for steakhouses and nightclubs in Killington to a whole new level, winning awards for outstanding food and après in the northeast. Our well-known, distinguished dining is the trademark of the Wobbly Barn. As our name implies, our restaurant was created by collecting pieces of barns from across New England, ten in total and we feature the finest beef, enhanced by a tempting variety of chops, entrees, seafood and our world famous soup, salad and fresh bread bar. Plus, our celebrated nightclub boasts the best live entertainment, parties and dancing on the mountain.The Wobbly Barn is truly Killington’s home for Good Time Dining & High Altitude Entertainment! 2229 Killington Rd, Killington, VT 0575. (802) 422-6171 www.killington.com/wobbly
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Brandon Music presents Va-et-vient Saturday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Vermont’s own Va-et-vient is a trio performing French, Québecois, Cajun, and Créole music. Carol Reed, Suzanne Germain, and Lausanne Allen each have backgrounds rich in French cultures and language through lifelong experiences living and traveling in French-speaking lands.
They create beautiful harmonies, teaching and engaging audiences on both sides of the Quebec border. Take a step out of Vermont without actually leaving, and hear Va-et-vient at Brandon Music on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Since 2001, the group has carved out its place in New England and particularly in Québec,
where its ties to traditional musicians provide a fountain of resources in collections of songs, tunes, and dances. “Their joyous music is filled with deep history and an unrestrained, soulful rhythm — it’s impossible not to smile, let alone keep your toes from tapping,” wrote the Addison Independent. Concert tickets are
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“The first thing I did was quietly text my family. They were so excited,” she said. It also meant Jewett got to come home for Thanksgiving. Jewett acknowledged before the race feeling the pressure about being able to keep her cool in front of the anticipated crowd of about 34,000 spectators. “I’m most nervous about being able to keep my head on straight and go into it very confidently, but I’m really excited to race in front of a home crowd and come down Superstar and hopefully see some familiar faces,” she said. This weekend wasn’t her first time running the course. She did a pre-race run as a sort of official course warm-up before the 2017 World Cup race. “I foreran the Killington GS race last year, so I know what the course is like,” said Jewett. “The hill has two pretty awesome pitches and then some moderate terrain in the middle. Last year the snow was amazing, and we’ve been training on the trail next to it this week, watching them work on it. I think the surface is going to be really awesome.” She said this will be the first time her Vermont family has been able to watch her race as a member of the U.S. team. “They haven’t gotten to watch me race in recent years because often the bigger competitions are far away. They’ve always been really supportive but had to watch from afar. I think they are really excited,” Jewett said. Jewett was most excited to watch Shiffrin, French skier Tessa Worley and German skier Viktoria Rabensburg compete. “All three have gotten to a point where they make very powerful turns very consistently, while being really active in their skiing,” she said. “I’d like to be able to keep working so I can be as comfortable making every turn that way.” Jewett said she’s grateful for the opportunity to train and compete with so many good skiers. “My teammates are pretty cool. All of them are awesome,” she said. What was her goal heading into the weekend? “To just kind of be out there and go for it,” Jewett said. “I’ll be starting in the back of the pack, and I’m going to give it my all. It’s really tough to break into the top 30 for a second run. If I did get a second run, that would be unbelievably cool, but I’m just excited to experience it and enjoy it.”
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‘Puzzle’ is next film in Woodstock series Saturday, Dec. 1, 3 p.m.— WOODSTOCK—The ninth annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the award-winning documentary, “Puzzle,” on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Reservations are strongly recommended. Marc Turtletaub’s first narrative feature, “Puzzle” provides a closely observed portrait of Agnes, in her early 40s, who has never ventured far from home, family or the tight-knit immigrant community
in which she was raised by her widowed father. That begins to change in a quietly dramatic fashion when Agnes receives a jigsaw puzzle as a gift and experiences the heady thrill of not only doing something she enjoys, but being very, very good at it. Tickets prices are $11 for adults (16 and up); and $6 for children (under 16). Billings Farm & Museum members receive discounted pric-
es. For a complete list of screenings and to purchase tickets, visit billingsfarm.org/filmfest or call 802-457-5303. Billings Farm & Museum is located one-half mile north of the Woodstock village green on Vermont Route 12. It is owned and operated by The Woodstock Foundation, Inc., a charitable non-profit institution. The Woodstock Vermont Film Series continues on select Saturdays through April 6, 2019.
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FOLA screens a delightful, romantic comedy Saturday, Dec. 1, 7 p.m.—LUDLOW—”Hello, My Name is Doris” will be the next FOLA movie shown on Saturday, Dec.1 at 7 p.m. at Heald Auditorium at the Ludlow Town Hall. The film is a 2015 American romantic comedy-drama film about a woman in her 60s who tries to act on her attraction to a younger co-worker. It stars Sally Field in the title role. Doris Miller is a shy, eccentric 60-something woman, living alone following the death of her mother, whom she has lived with for her whole life. At the funeral, her brother Todd and his wife Cynthia try to persuade her to sell the house, especially the possessions, as she is a hoarder. On her way to work, where she has been doing data entry for decades, she meets new young co-worker John, with whom she is immediately infatuated. Empowered by self-improvement tapes, Doris decides to go after him. Doris finds ways to get John’s attention; the attempts are frequently combined with daydream fantasies about a passionate love affair between them. Doris creates a fake social media profile in order to find
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information about John, and discovers that he loves an electropop band that is planning an upcoming concert in the area. Doris buys a CD of the band, which gets John’s attention, and attends the concert, where she meets him and they spend time together. The band is intrigued by Doris and invites her backstage, where they spend a fun evening meeting young artists in the area. John tells Doris that he and his girlfriend recently broke up over text, and asks her about her love life. She reveals that she was engaged in the past, but had to end it in order to take care of her mother. John gives her a friendly kiss goodnight, and Doris is in love. As she continues her quest for John you will see that nothing gets resolved in the expected movie fashion. The story will make you laugh, no question, but it will also make you deeply uncomfortable, and we mean that in the best way. As with all FOLA movies, the film is free and open to everyone; donations are appreciated. Popcorn and water will be supplied. For information, call 802-2287239 or visit fola.us.
Okemo Resort to host annual food drive Sunday, Dec. 2, 7 a.m.—LUDLOW— Okemo Mountain Resort invites skiers and snowboarders to consider the needs of those less fortunate as the holidays approach. On Sunday, Dec. 2, Okemo will host its annual December Cares and Shares Food Drive. When guests donate at least five non-perishable food items, a new child’s toy, or new clothing item, their generosity will be rewarded with a discounted day of skiing and riding at Okemo. Skiers and riders who make such a donation will be eligible to purchase full-day lift access ticket, valid that same day, for just $45. Okemo Mountain Resort staff members will be accepting donations in the Clock Tower base area between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. Volunteers from the Black River Good Neighbor Services Christmas Basket Program will help distribute the donated items to needy families in time for the holidays. For more information, call 802-228-1600 or visit okemo.com.
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Historic house for sale
The family home of Nella Grimm Fox, a major benefactor for the Rutland Free Library, is for sale, listed at $299,500. Ivyholme, 201 Grove St., is listed on the Vermont State Register of Historic Places, according to Rutland Historical Society curator Jim Davidson. The turn-of-the-century Shingle Style mansion was built for Gustave H. Grimm about 1892, one of several high-style houses denoting Rutland’s glory days as a commercial and industrial center. Grimm’s business focus was the maple industry; his company, the G. H. Grimm Manufacturing Co. on Pine Street, made supplies for sugarmakers, becoming the largest manufacturer of sugar-making equipment, Davidson told the Rutland Herald. Many of those pieces of equipment are still in use. Nella was Grimm’s only child and took over the family business in 1914 at her father’s death. She ran it for 37 years, mostly while living in the family house. The Nella Grimm Fox room in the Rutland Free Library is named for Fox, who left a large bequest that continues to support programming and materials; she also left substantial bequests to the hospital and Grace Church, Davidson said.
Social Security office moves No longer hidden away on the third floor of the Asa Bloomer building, 88 Merchants Row, the local Social Security office moved Nov. 19 to a ground floor site at 246 West St. Regional Communications Director Stephen Richardson described the new quarters as more private and more easily accessible when he spoke to the Rutland Herald. The local office serves nearly 52,000 people, many of them retired, with a staff of 16 employees. The office is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays; 9 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and Thursdays. Its telephone number is 866-690-1944.
Another Habitat for Humanity house
Danielle Beckett was chosen as the winner of the Habitat for Humanity house being built on quiet Griswold Drive in the cluster of homes known as Stone Gate in Rutland. The single mom has two children, works part time in a beauty salon and is taking a full course load in the nursing studies program at Castleton University. One hundred and one individuals, some of them from the Stone Gate development, joined forces to contribute more than 2,500 hours building the three-bedroom structure. Beckett receives an interest-free mortgage and will put in at least 200 hours of work on the house, working against a January 2019 completion, Sam’s Good News reported.
Locals go to 4-H Horse Roundup Six Rutland County 4-Hers and adult volunteers participated in the Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup Nov. 4-6 in Lexington, Kentucky. Youthful participants and their winning categories were: Olivia Suker of Shrewsbury, public speaking; Elyza Bird of Benson, individ-
ual demonstration; and Emma Suker of Shrewsbury, judging. Adult chaperones and coaches who accompanied them were Julia Adams of Shrewsbury, individual demonstration; Deb Danforth of Castleton, and Michelle Suker of Shrewsbury, public speaking.
Explosives removed from Church Street property
An auction company employee sensibly called in the state police Nov. 1 after finding what appeared to be an explosives magazine on a Church Street property formerly owned by a Vermont explosives license holder. The state police bomb squad opened the magazine remotely Nov. 14 to find dynamite and other commercial explosives. The bomb squad disposed of the materials using a controlled burn. Assistance came from the Wallingford Fire Department, Wallingford Rescue Squad, FBI, and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Rutland Herald reported.
Senior volunteers needed
The Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging is in need of volunteers for its Senior Companion Program, pairing people age 55-plus who have time and transportation to visit with other seniors in need of human interaction. Currently, the program has 10 participants in Rutland County, but more than 20 seniors are waiting to be paired with a volunteer, Aaron Brush told the Rutland Herald. Brush volunteers as a senior companion and also coordinates the program in Rutland and Bennington counties. Volunteers may receive a small stipend for 15 hours of work a week without losing their own low-income benefits or subsidized housing benefits; they may take a fellow senior to shop for groceries or to medical appointments, as well as spend time in conversation. Those interested may call Aaron Brush at 802-7865990.
Claim of ratepayer gouging is false, says GMP and DPS
An anonymous, two-page letter claiming that the leaders of Green Mountain Power and the Department of Public Service conspire to set rates that benefit the company to the detriment of ratepayers, makes a false claim, both organizations said. The Public Utility Commission posted the letter on its website Nov. 19, asking for public comment. The letter laid out 15 bullet points for what the author calls a “ ‘sham orchestration’ by DPS Commissioner June Tierney and GMP CFO Mary Powell,” VTDigger reported. Among other charges, it claims GMP shortened the rate year to make it appear there was no rate increase, and that Tierney failed to hire a consultant who had a proven ability to reduce rates. GMP attorney Geoffrey Hand replied to the PUC’s request for information in a Nov. 20 letter, saying the company disagrees with the letter’s “unsubstantiated statements,” saying the letter’s contents are factually inaccurate and inconsistent with hundreds of pages of testimony and evidence already in the hands of the commission. The contents of the letter, though uncomplimentary to GMC, has been made public “in the interests of transparency,” said PUC chair Anthony Roisman. Rutland Region, page 28
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Slate Valley plans for declining enrollment, new middle school Slate Valley Modified Unified Union School District faces a declining enrollment, with a projected loss of 80-100 students, or nearly 10 percent, by 2026, the overall student enrollment would then be 1,184, said Finance Committee member Trevor Ezzo at the organization’s Nov. 5 meeting at Fair Haven Union High School. The Innovation Committee is also considering proposed locations for a joint middle school. Among the unresolved questions are the number of staff positions and whether it should include grade 6 in addition to 7 and 8. is also under discussion. Finance Director Cheryl Scarzello presented the
first draft of a proposed Addison-Rutland Supervisory Union salary schedule for the coming year. If the district brought salaries up to the level of other neighboring supervisory unions, salaries would have to be increased by 10 percent – a figure the board could not rationalize in a single year, it said. One benefit from the merger that formed the SVMUUSD is technology integration, according to Director of Operations Chris Cole. Some of the member school districts had not previously had access to technology. The entire district has been in transition to proficiency-based learning and grading. Teachers are changing how they assess, teach, and report student learning. Administrators expect to see increased student engagement, achievement and rigor with the change.
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Called to “an incident involving a person being struck by a motor vehicle” on Route 30 in Pawlet about 10:45 p.m. Nov. 16, Detective Trooper Patrick Slaney of the Rutland Barracks learned from witnesses that Deanna Mach, 39, of Pawlet had run over a woman with her pickup truck, dragging her and inflicting severe injury, and left the scene. The Rutland Herald reported that the victim identified Mach as the driver; police were unable to locate Mach until Nov. 20, at which time she was brought to Rutland Superior Court, where she pleaded not guilty and was released without bail. Mach was charged with aggravated domestic assault, careless and negligent operation, failure to stop with serious bodily injury resulting, and reckless endangerment. Mach must report to the Rutland County Sheriff twice a day, stay away from alcohol, drive only to work or court or medical appointments, see a substance abuse counselor and follow any recommendations by the counselor, Judge Thomas Zonay ordered. The woman she ran over was a friend who had been drinking with her; the victim was not named in the police report. Mach had appeared in court in January for misdemeanor domestic assault against the same woman; those charges were dismissed in June, the Rutland Herald reported.
The Fair Haven Select Board has been discussing piping its waste water to Castleton for treatment while converting the Fair Haven water treatment plan to a pumping station– a
Castleton’s Select Board seemed more caught up with immediate water problems at its Nov. 12 meeting: Storm drains in Castleton village need slate replacement; and water coming
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down from the college is overwhelming the system, among other problems. Castleton will require a new plant in the near future. Additionally, its three employees plan to retire within the coming four years. The Select Board planned to discuss a partnership arrangement in future board meetings.
Gift-of-Life Marathon returns RUTLAND – Be like Bobby! That’s the call from organizers of the 2018 Gift-of-Life Marathon (GOLM) Blood Drive, who are urging local residents to emulate one of the event’s and community’s greatest volunteers, city resident Bobby Poquette. The drive, which evolved from a simple blood drive into a national-record-setting mega-event, will celebrate its 15th anniversary with four days of drives starting Dec. 11. Drives will be held Dec. 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Castleton University; Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the CVPS-Leahy Education Center at Rutland Regional Medical Center; and Dec. 20 and 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the College of St. Joseph. The GOLM collected 363 pints of blood in its first year, and quickly became the largest drive in New England. Five years ago, on Rutland’s third attempt to break the national record, the GOLM collected 2,350 pints, smashing the record of 1,968, set by Manchester, New Hamsphire The record still stands. “Rutland and Rutland County should be proud of that record, but the need is just as great today as when we set it,” said Steve Costello, a Green Mountain Power vice president and event organizer. “We hold the GOLM when we do, close to Christmas, specifically because blood supplies typically plummet around the holiday.” Terry Jaye, program manager at Catamount Radio, which co-sponsors the event with GMP, urged donors from the record-setting year to sign up for this year’s drive. “The record attempt brought out a lot of people, but saving a life is no less important now than it was then,” Jaye said. “Every pint affects a life or several lives, and the vast majority of adults are eligible to donate.” Bobby Poquette, a long-time Red Cross volunteer, started donating blood just six or seven years ago, long after he started volunteering at blood drives. Poquette, who also volunteers for the Rutland Moose Lodge, Paramount Theatre and other nonprofits, is prominently featured in planned newspaper ads and social media posts about this year’s drive. “The theme is ‘Be like Bobby – Be a hero,’” Costello said. “Bobby is the epitome of the Gift-of-Life and giving of oneself. He is one of the most caring, selfless and genuine people I have ever met, and he is an example we could all learn from.” Added Jaye: “If we all emulated Bobby’s commitment to others, the world would be a much better place.” “I love helping people and helping my community, and by donating blood, I get to do both,” Poquette said. “I hope all my friends will join me in donating at the Gift-of-Life Marathon!” To boost participation, organizers have issued a challenge to local businesses, schools, houses of worship, clubs, and teams to see who can donate the most blood over the four-day event. The winning team will win a huge trophy, and a maple creamee party for up to 100 people. Register your team by contacting Lisa Fitzgerald at 802734-5180 or lisa.fitzgerald@redcross.org Donors will receive a free T-shirt and gift bag, while supplies last, filled with items from Triller Print Services, Killington Resort, Heritage Family Credit Union, Downtown Rutland Partnership, Rutland Regional Medical Center, GMP, College of St. Joseph, Omya, Visiting Nurses and Hospice of the Southwest Region, and GE Aviation. All presenting donors will also have a chance to win door prizes from Hildene, Alderman’s Chevrolet, Carpenter and Costin, Casella Waste Systems, Best Western Inn and Suites, Terry Jaye, and Steve Costello. To make an appointment to donate, call 800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org.
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Muzzleloader season starts Dec. 1 Vermont’s hunters will get one final chance for a deer this year during the muzzleloader deer season and the second part of the archery deer season. The two seasons run at the same time: Dec. 1-9. A muzzleloader hunter may take one legal buck anywhere in the state. In addition, a hunter who received a muzzleloader antlerless deer permit may take one antlerless deer in the Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) designated on the permit. An archery hunter may take a legal buck anywhere in the state, provided they didn’t take one in the earlier part of archery season. An archery hunter may take an antlerless deer anywhere in the state. A legal buck is a deer with at least one antler having two or more points one inch or longer. An antlerless deer is a deer without antlers or with no antler longer than three inches. A deer with three-inch or longer spike antlers may not be taken during the archery, November rifle, or muzzleloader seasons. A muzzleloader or archery license is required in addition to a standard hunting license. Vermont hunters may take up to three deer in a calendar year with appropriate licenses and permits for each deer season (archery, youth weekend, November rifle, December muzzleloader). Only two of the three deer in the annual limit may be legal bucks.Only one legal buck in each season. For more info visit vtfishandwildlife.com.
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Barnard’s Bringe 35 sees progress toward replacement. The complex project needed much review and engineering.
Bridge 35 saga, 7 years later
By Curt Peterson
BARNARD—On Nov. 14, Barnard selectmen awarded the engineering contract for the final phase of the replacement of Bridge 35 on Old Route 12, severely damaged during Tropical Storm Irene in August 2011, seven years ago. Horizon Engineering, Inc. of Littleton and New London, New Hampshire, won the contract for $13,800 with a possible additional $2,500 for a geotechnical expert, making their total bid $16,300. The path of Bridge 35’s replacement has been long and complicated.
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Mentor Connector gets donation
People’s United Bank announced that it has awarded $2,000 to The Mentor Connector in Rutland. This donation will be used to fund one-on-one mentoring for hundreds of youth ages 5-21 in Rutland County, with the goal of helping them develop life skills, educational curiosity and workforce readiness. This is accomplished through individualized coaching designed to expose the mentees to skills that enable them to develop into successful adults. Through encouraging a love of learning to help them connect schooling to the real world, and by helping to build knowledge, the hope is they will develop the skills and attitudes necessary to succeed in the workplace and at home. “We are so grateful for the continued
support of People’s United Bank. This donation will fund an array of skill-building activities for our youth to prepare them for success in life and the workplace,” commented Chris Hultquist, executive director of the The Mentor Connector. Last year, The Mentor Connector made 146 mentoring matches and the impact was impressive. 77 percent of all youth who received a mentor felt that they mattered, compared to 56 percent in Rutland County as a whole. “Supporting youth in Rutland County has always been a focus for People’s United Bank. We are proud to partner with The Mentor Connector in changing young lives in our community through mentoring,” said Chuck Sharp, the market manager for People’s United Bank.
Old Route 12 originally led traffic down and along Locust Creek. At some point the state straightened the paved two-lane highway, leaving the unpaved loop to be owned and maintained by Barnard. Bridge 35 crosses downstream of the southern end of the unpaved road, providing the only access, via Town Highway 68, for a handful of residents and property owners. Further downstream, in Bethel, another bridge crossed Locust Creek, allowing access to the state highway heading north. That bridge was also washed out during the storm. Facing the end of Bridge 35, close to the road, a sheer rock wall appearing to be solid ledge. Bethel accepted lesser funding offered by FEMA if they did not replace their Old Route 12 bridge, meaning all traffic, including logging trucks, fuel and building supply deliveries, and emergency vehicles, would have to enter and leave TH68 via Barnard’s entrance to Old Route 12, and access the state road at the southern
end, at an acute angle heading south. According to Barnard Select Board Assistant Preston Bristow, Bethel paid for alterations to the state highway access at the Barnard end – easing access to Old Route 12 coming from the north. Engineering and approval of various proposals for the Bridge 35 replacement took a long time and many negotiations. Weight limits for a temporary fix precluded large vehicles from using the damaged span. When the new bridge was completed it became obvious the state-mandated design left its end too close to the rock face – larger vehicles could not make the turn onto the bridge. Selectmen, contractors and engineers all agreed the ledge made blasting necessary to widen the road so trucks could make the turn onto the bridge. Blasting costs were estimated in the $100,000 range. Agreement with an affected property owner was negotiated by then-selectman Tom Morse. This unanticipated
phase of the project was expected to cost an additional $200,000. Barnard Excavating and Logging won the contract to remove some trees and excess soft material, or burden, in preparation for blasting. BE&L owner Steve Johnson, selectman Tim Johnson’s brother, began digging. Johnson’s excavating failed to expose any of the solid ledge assumed to be in the way – there was nothing to remove but loose rocks and soft material. There would be no need for blasting, and the ultimate cost of the project diminished significantly. The “bad news” is that completed excavation of all the soft material will require sophisticated bank stabilization to keep it from subsiding into the ditch and roadway. Hence, the need for engineering. Once the engineers determine what needs to be done, bids for bank stabilization will be solicited, and work will probably begin in early 2019. Selectmen plan to include financing for the project in the 2020 budget.
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The Mountain Times • Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2018
Rejuvenation, gratitude and blessings
“What should I write my column about?” I asked my friends at our dining room table. Between bites of turkey and mashed potatoes, they offered ideas, one after the other. “Gratitude,” newspaper reporter Francesca said. “It’s the season to remember how blessed we are.” “We’ve entered the holiday season when many people are suffering. Some are alone and have lost a loved one. Mountain Painful memories tend to on Meditation surface now,” said Emma By Marguerite te May, retired nurse, poet, Jill Dye author, and artist. She continued, “We can reach out to them with a call or card, or by stopping by for a handshake or hug. We never know how deeply a gesture of kindness will touch a suffering heart.” “Instead of thinking of receiving, the holidays are a time for giving. We can use these weeks to reach out to those we’ve lost touch with or others who need a helping hand,” said Eileen, who writes poetry, suggested thoughtfully. “I’m encouraged by people who feed the homeless and reach out to people in need.” Francesca seconded that, saying, “seeing people act from the kindness in their hearts inspires us all and lifts us up.” “Since writing that column, I’ve had second thoughts because the act of volunteering manifests good. But new policies and programs are needed for change,” I added, with my typical bleeding-heart zeal. “Please pass the green beans.” “Do you still write about political news? I remember the research and points you laid out,” Francesca said having mentored me then. “There’s no question about it. You’re a journalist, my dear. I adore your cranberry sauce too.” “Thank you. It should be called cranberry potpourri’ with pear, pineapple, ginger, maple syrup, and honey . . . I tried to be on top of the news and point out injustice, but I had to stop. The constant chaos, negativity, and hate did little good and was making me sick. Now I write about Vermont, nature, spirit, and ideas that inspire. I was thinking about ‘Women Power’ with last week’s Killington Women’s Ski World Cup, and the record number of women who will serve in the new Congress . . . Another theme that popped into my head was ‘Rejuvenation.’ Let’s toast to our own rejuvenation, and that of our loved ones, our nation, and the world.” Rejuvenation is about renewal, reimagining our lives and reconsidering what matters. Since our time here is limited, we want to choose wisely the people we spend time with and what we do. What are the values we hold dear? Family, friends, living simply, eco-friendly? Do we wish to do more good than harm by examining the results of our actions? Do we live in alignment with our beliefs and stay true to our authentic selves? Or do we act selfishly, blame others, and cut corners, making excuses that nothing really matters? What kind of a life do we want to look back on when our time has come at the very end? A life based on greed, ego, success? Just what is “success?” To gain status (based on what?) and to amass enormous wealth? To be happy and fulfilled? Often, wealth guarantees neither. Perhaps the richest life of all is one filled with kindness, love, and good deeds that embrace the human race in a spirit of acceptance and respect so all may benefit from the earth’s bounty. The answers to our questions lie deep inside. We can access our heart centers by feeling the love: the love for ourselves, for each one is unique; love for each other, including the “other,” for we are all one; with universe and earth; love for nature, our living treasure; and the beauty below, around, and above us; and love for our creator and the spark that ignites our lives with passion and enthusiasm (Greek for “god within”). We may not always feel the connection or be mindful of our multitude of blessings. All we must do is keep our eyes open to the beauty and blessings that ceaselessly surround us. And when they’re out of view, remembers they’re just through the clouds. One way to always keep them in mind is to label a jar, “What I’m thankful for.” Each night before going to sleep, write down one good thing. By focusing on that wonderful thought, you’ll realize how gratitude grows goodness, blessings multiply, and miracles manifest because like attracts like through the powerful “Law of Attraction.”
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By Ross Caron
The sound of a gray jay (Perisoreus canadensis) evokes an image of the North Woods: dark green spruce trees, spire-like balsam fir, and barebranched tamaracks silhouetted
against a raw, slate-colored sky; the smell of woodsmoke in the air and a dusting of fresh snow on the ground. I see these birds occasionally around our cabin in northern New Hampshire and on hikes at higher elevations in the White Mountains. They’ve always had an air of mystery about them. The bird is often heard before it’s seen. The gray jay has a number of calls, whistles, and imitations in his repertoire: many are harsh sounding, and I have witnessed gray jays mimic the scream of the blue jay. My favorite call, though, is what some ornithologists refer to as “the whisper song.” This is a soft, warbling chatter that can sound either cheerful or melancholy – depending, I suppose, on the mood of the listener. Not long after hearing the whisper song, a group of birds will suddenly appear, silently swooping and gliding from branch to branch. The gray jay is a bird of many names. One of the most common – and the oldest – is “whisky jack,” an anglicized spelling of Wisakedjak, a mythological troublemaker in Cree lore. Other names include Canada jay, whisky john, moosebird, caribou bird, camp robber, corberie, and my personal favorite – “gorby,” or “gorbey.” Gorby is thought to be derived from the Scots-Irish gorb, meaning “glutton” or “greedy animal,” with the name likely having spread to Maine via New Brunswick woodsmen in the 1800s. Gorbies are intelligent and inquisitive birds whose far southern range just touches parts of northern Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and areas of the Adirondacks. They live an average of eight years, but the oldest on record was banded in 1985 and recaptured and released in 2002.
A pair mates for life and will hold and defend a permanent territory year round. They breed in late winter, and the male selects a nesting site, usually on the south side of a mature conifer. The female completes the well-insulated nest and lays a clutch of two to five light-green, speckled eggs in mid- to-late March. She incubates the eggs for 18–22 days, and during this time, she rarely leaves the nest. The hatchlings are born helpless and without feathers into this harsh environment, but they grow quickly and are soon flying. Unattached juveniles from the previous year are kept away from the nest initially but help with the feeding of the young as they grow. The gorby is an opportunistic omnivore and will eat invertebrates, eggs, small mammals, carrion, fungi, fruits, and seeds are all on the menu. One was observed perched on a moose feeding on blood-filled winter ticks. Gorbies are hoarders and cache large quantities of food in bark crevices to be eaten throughout the long winter. The birds are easily tamed and will learn to associate humans with food, going so far as to take food out of the hand or out of a camp. Because of the bird’s tame nature, there’s a lot of folklore associated with them. Edward Ives,
in The Journal of American Folklore, 1961, relates that it was often thought that a gorby was the soul of a dead woodsman. It was also widely believed that any harm done to a gorby was done to the man who dared to harm the bird. Ives records a story that a woodsman kicked a bird that was attempting to steal his lunch, and in so doing, he broke the bird’s leg. The next day, the logger had his own leg broken when he caught his foot in the trace chain of a scoot. The
legend of the bird’s gluttony has also been embellished by folklore. One tale describes a logging camp cook’s tossing out a pile of stale donuts. A gorby quickly swept down, inserted his left foot into one donut and his right foot into another and, taking a third into his beak, flew off to a nearby perch with his treasure. One place I almost always see gorbies is on the summit of Mt. Waumbek in Jefferson, New Hampshire. Here, they are used to people, and will gather round while hikers take a break to eat a snack. If a person holds out a hand with a peanut or raisin on it, a gorby is likely to swoop down and take it. Each bird seems to have its own personality. Some are bold and aggressive, others more shy and reserved. It’s exciting to have one perch on my hand and feel his toes firmly grip my skin and the quick, strong peck as his beak grabs the treat. As he looks up at me with dark intelligent eyes, it’s easy enough to believe that he might just be the soul of an old woodsman. Ross Caron lives in northern New Hampshire and works as a procurement forester. The illustration for this column was drawn by Adelaide Tyrol. The Outside Story is assigned and edited by Northern Woodlands magazine: northernwoodlands. org, and sponsored by the Wellborn Ecology Fund of New Hampshire Charitable Foundation: wellborn@nhcf.org.
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Rutland High students have the opportunity to explore possible careers through the Promoting Learning by Activating Community Engagement (PLACE) program, in its second year. School-toWork coordinator Meaghan Marsh and English teacher Sarah Hagge work together to coordinate PLACE and the older School-to-Work effort. More than 15 students are currently working for such employers as the Rutland City Police Department, Rutland Regional Medical Center, and Castleton University, most working one to three hours a day, two or three days a week, the Rutland Herald reported. The experience helps students learn skills often lacking in high school graduates on their first job, including communicating with their employers and arriving for work on time. The students have the opportunity to rotate through several different fields. Marsh and Hagge hope that by learning about available jobs in the area and developing the skills to hold them, students will be more likely to stay in the community rather than moving away after graduation.
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continued from page 1 that they were the best,” said Lewis. Kroon announced the skiers in the giant slalom event on Saturday morning while Schultz announced part of the slalom race on Sunday morning. Kroon was only scheduled to announce a handful of skiers, but the NBC television producer let Kroon stay in the booth to announce about half of the racers in the first giant slalom race. “She knocked it out of the park,” said Lewis. “I think she was naturally someone who wanted to share her passion for the sport with the group.” The weather was sunny and warm on Saturday, creating gripy conditions on the course. Some of the young skiers pushed harder and took more chances as they came down Superstar to the roaring crowd. Foreste Peterson finished 49th with a time of 57:04–not enough to qualify her to move on and ski a second run, but still a great job, Graves told the audience and Lewis started to chant “U-S-A, U-S-A.” Kroon encouraged the crowd to cheer, especially for the Americans. She told the crowd when the racer was off pace and when they made mistakes. Kroon, who speaks English, Dutch and German, also taught the crowd a new German phrase—“hop schweitz hop,” which means “let’s go!” The weather on Saturday created perfect skiing conditions. “It’s easier when it’s gripy because there’s more room to adjust to whatever happens,” Kroon told the crowd. “You can see the snow getting softer—you can see the racers really try to attack it,” she continued. Kroon took turns commenting with Lewis and Graves. When one stopped talking, another quickly took over. They communicated with hand and eye signals. “It was constantly go, go, go,” said Kroon after the event. “When you see something you had to say something and hope that what you said came out in full sentences.” Kroon, who grew up in New Jersey, lives in Killington to train from skiing in the winter months.. Kroon, a former ballerina, said she’s used to performing. “I have a pretty loud voice and I have no problem organizing or performing for people,” she said. Heavy fog on Sunday morning made announcing difficult for 17-year-old Schulz. It was nearly impossible for the announcers to see the racers—and for the racers to see the course. Schulz grew up in Rhode Island. He surfs in the summer and skis in the winter.“My dream is to take skiing as far as I can,” he said. NBC and Killington Resort push each year to make the Womens’ World Cup bigger and better. The addition of KMS student announcers was part of that. “It’s one of the things that I think makes Killington so fantastic,” said Graves. “Every year they’re trying to do something more. Every year, we’re trying to be more interactive with the crowd.” Both Schultz and Kroon were confident between veterans Graves and Lewis. “It’s not easy to walk into a booth like that and ot that have that kind of poise–it’s like being thrown into the major leagues without a lot of preparation,” said Graves, who started announcing sport events in college. He announced his first Olympic games in 1980. Lewis’ first time announcing was for championships in Vail, Colorado. “I remember my first time–you never know when to talk you never know when to shut up. You never know what to say,” added Lewis. Graves and Lewis are both native Vermonters. Lewis grew up in Middlebury and moved to Park City, Utah, last June, while Graves lives in Thetford. They have been announcing together at races around the world for 20 years. Lewis is the analyst, critiquing the racers as they come down, while Graves is the host, catering to the audience. “It’s never been work. It’s so easy. We have a rhythm that I’ve never had with anyone else,” said Lewis. “It’s a dance.” Graves, who was never good enough to make a U.S. Ski team, said he found his knack in announcing. “In doing announcing, you have a real interaction with the fan and it makes me feel good when I see them up on their feet and clapping–and to think we had something to do with that,” he said. Graves starts preparing for announcing in June and July. He writes biographies of each athlete on notecards so they are ready to go for the season. “We really want to give everybody their moment in the sun as best we can,” he said. Both Graves and Lewis were packing their suitcases on Monday after the World Cup. They were traveling to Beaver Creek, Colorado, where they would be announcing men’s speed race events together. Announcing in their home state with first-time announcers, however, was a special moment, both said.
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Former Killington town manager remembered fondly
continued from page 3 in New Orleans allowed him to based land use plan for the rapidly Chile, as well as returning to the immerse himself in a new passion; expanding ski town, and the JohnEuropean countries and capitals he the city’s jazz scene and the comson Recreation Center and pool, knew. plex history surrounding it. He and another of his legacies, is still free True to his life’s pattern, Forsythe Martha became friends with Alan for local residents. During this time was unable to rest quietly in retireand Sandra Jaffe, who founded the he met Farm & Wilderness founders ment, and instead played a leading jazz shrine Preservation Hall, and Ken and Susan Webb of Plymouth role in the protection of water reattended its opening with them – and became involved with the sources in the upper Ottauquechee according to family lore; Martha camps, eventually becoming a River Valley and protection of black was so pregnant that one of the board member. He returned to his bear habitat in Parker’s Gore, both aged musicians offered her his love of music, joined the local folk in central Vermont. Working with pillowed chair. Their third son Todd scene; following his lifelong pattern the Governor and a broad variety of Stuart was born six days after the of diving deeply into anything that environmental stakeholders, and last set. caught his attention, he taught on behalf of the Farm and WilderWith crisp new degrees in hand, himself to play hammered and ness Foundation, he forged an Forsythe next moved his young Appalachian dulcimers, and then agreement that combined water for family to Germany, where he taught began to build them. Becoming yet snowmaking to Killington ski area, at the North Atlantic Treaty Organimore involved with this new home, protection of fragile ecosystems for zation School in Oberammergau, he served as the Director of the Gov- future generations, and scholarhome of the famous Pasship funding for the Farm TRUE TO HIS LIFE’S PATTERN, sion Play. As the only US and Wilderness summer Navy officer at a US Army camps. FORSYTHE WAS UNABLE TO REST base, he taught nuclear Forsythe achieved QUIETLY IN RETIREMENT. armament policy to the another goal when he and commanding officers of Julie moved to New OrleNATO allies; he was very proud ernor’s Commission on the Adminans; they lived quietly, enjoying the thereafter of having taught a genistration of Justice in Montpelier, company of friends, while he re-aceration of commanding officers to improving the effectiveness of the quainted himself with his beloved exercise extreme care, caution and State Police and implementing one jazz and the city’s famous food. He consideration before deployment of the first computer systems in the took pride in his work with the local of such weapons. He immersed Vermont State government. chapter of the American Civil Liberhimself in German language and After a parting of ways with wife ties Union and his association with culture, including opera, and Martha, Forsythe was not yet done the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure became an avid skier, taking the traveling. He next moved to WashClub, a New Orleans community family on ski trips to Austria and ington D.C., working as an informa- organization and parade Krewe. He Italy in the winter and to Verona and tion management consultant for US and Julie rode the Zulu float in MarLago di Garda during the summers. government departments. Being so di Gras parades, another long-held He further indulged his car passion, close to the Chesapeake Bay ignited ambition, dispensing beads and acquiring an Alfa Romeo GT 1300 a fresh passion for being on the coconuts to exuberant crowds. junior that was once again too small water, and he acquired and sailed Forsythe is survived by his wife for a family that was growing larger; an Islander 38’ and refurbished a Julie; his world-traveling children his daughter Melynda Ann joined 1940 19’ Chris Craft Custom Barrel Scott, Lee Kenneth, Todd Stuart, the world. Back. He found a fresh home in the Melynda Ann and stepdaughters After more than four years, the DC-area music scene, learning old- Lydia and Melora Kuhn, and their family returned Stateside with Fortime mountain music and teaching spouses; his much-loved grandsythe ’s transfer to Norfolk, where himself to play the banjo. children: Tim Lukas Leinert of he was responsible for the mainteIn the late ‘80s he made a second Germany, Taylor Lenore Forsythe nance and preparedness of nuclear attempt at retirement, moving of Maryland, and Alicia Louise and weapons on the Atlantic coast. No to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tekoah Independence Forsythe, of children were added at this post, Virginia, where he further pursued Cambodia. but a beloved miniature schnauzer, his interest in Appalachian music. Forsythe was a caring husband Bartholomew, joined the family. At the same time, he indulged a and role model as a father. With He retired as a full Commander in long-term interest in fine reproduc- an insatiable desire for learning, July, 1970, having earned the Joint tions of early American furniture — he contributed insightful analysis Services Commendation Medal, characteristically learning not only on the world around him, made National Defense Service Medal to identify them, but to make them unique contributions in a variety and the Expeditionary Armed Forc- himself. of areas, helping to make it a better es Medal. In January, 2000, he married place. His friends noted that he did During his time in Germany, For- long-time friend Julie Kuhn, of not suffer fools easily, and that only sythe had been deeply impressed Lexington, Massachusetts. They he could heckle a Quaker meeting. by European concepts of urban hosted several family reunions Donations in Forsythe ’s memory planning. 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DIXIE - 1.5-year-old. Spayed female. English Pointer mix. I’m a super sweet lady who will happily sit next to you while you pet me and give me lots of love and attention. And if you stop I may gently nudge you so you can start up again. I give kisses!
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CASPER - 4-year-old. Neutered male. Domestic short hair. Brown tiger. I’m Casper. Boooooo….no, not the ghost but a big ole’ furry kitty cat. I really am a sweet guy. I love snuggles, ear rubs, and playing with cat toys. I would love being an indoor only cat.
BINX - 6-year-old. Spayed female. Domestic short hair. Gray tiger. Binx is my name and cuddling is my game! I arrived at RCHS on Oct. 12 as a stray from Fair Haven. I am a very handsome fella! I am very grateful to be where it is safe and warm.
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Featuring pets from:
RUTLAND COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY LUCY MACKENZIE HUMANE SOCIETY SPRINGFIELD HUMANE SOCIETY
Springfield Humane Society
OSWALD Handsome House rabbit with silly ears looking for a FURever home! I am one of four bunnies found on the side of the road. I do not mind being pet, I am litterbox trained , and I have been neutered. If you have veggies to share then I am more then happy to be your special somebunny. Please stop by 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 4:30 p.m. to meet me or call 802-885-3997 for more information.
Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society
All of these pets are available for adoption at
Rutland County Humane Society
765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, VT • (802) 483-6700 Tues. - Sat. 12-5p.m., Closed Sun. & Mon. • www.rchsvt.org
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SHARON Hi! My name’s Sharon and I’m a 5-year-old spayed female. I came to Lucy Mackenzie when I was found living outdoors with some of my kitty friends and family. It wasn’t the safest environment for us, so a nice lady brought us here. Things are different here at the shelter, for sure! Everyday we’re becoming more comfortable around people. There’s always lots of food and warm, comfortable places to sleep. I hope that when I’m adopted that one of my kitty friends can be adopted with me. That would make me really happy. If you have room in your home and heart for a shy little kitty (and hopefully one of her kitty friends), stop in and meet me today! Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society is located at 4832 Route 44, West Windsor, Vt. It’s open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 12-4 p.m. For more information call 802-484-LUCY or visit us at www.lucymac.org.
HOROSCOPES
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The times are changing By Cal Garrison a.k.a. Mother of the Skye
This week’s Horoscopes are coming out under the light of a Cancer Moon, in the aftermath of the annual Thanksgiving rituals, and the late-November, Black Friday, ‘Greedathon’. As we blindly go through the motions that are automatically fed by the traditional patterns that seem to keep everything in their place, the story in the outer reality is going way over the top. If the short term lunar aspects to Pluto and Saturn aren’t enough to make us feel like the sky is falling, here is a short list of aspects that are holding sway over the chart for this week: 1. Lucifer moving direct, over the Aries Point, under heavy duty aspects to a pile of other planets and asteroids. I don’t have a template for this, but, it feels to me like the forces of darkness are coming out with both guns blazing at a time when their backs are against the wall. It makes no difference to them who gets caught in the crossfire because they have no regard for human life, and they don’t know how to do anything but fight. At the mercy of their lust for power and control, many innocent people will get hurt. 2. Sphinx sextiling Atlantis Sphinx relates to hidden mysteries and unanswered questions, along with the secrets of the past. Atlantis is about redemption, ethics, inside scoops, special knowledge, and quite literally, the individual and collective dues that remain from the Atlantean cataclysm. Sextiling each other, the indication is that something good is about to come out of our efforts to finally resolve, and get to the bottom of that which remains hidden. The suggestion is that all of the secrets and lies are about to be exposed, and the truth is about to come to light. 3. The Sun in Sagittarius, conjunct Atlantis Ethics, integrity, and truth become all important under this influence. Anything that is sub-par, untrue, unethical, or out of integrity will be flattened by the fact that Sagittarius has no tolerance for lies. 4. Arachne conjunct Neptune When Arachne conjuncts Neptune the potential to drown in a sea of deceit, and complication is huge. Lies, delusion, and tangled webs that have slipped the wool over our eyes since the time before time turn up the volume on our denial mechanisms and make it hard to see the truth, let alone allow it to be told. We see what we want to see because we have been hoodwinked into believing what those who would seek to deceive us want us to believe. 5. Child opposition Lucifer This relates directly to things that are nearly impossible to discuss. Satanic ritual abuse is one of them, particularly as it relates to children. 6. Child square Toro 7. Psyche square Astraea When Psyche squares Astraea, we are coming up Mother of the Skye, page 34
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Capricorn
March 21 - April 20
June 21 - July 20
September 21 - October 20
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ou’ve managed to get around more than your share of trials. At the moment you appear to be holding your own. Depending on the extent to which you current affairs have been hatched from a place of integrity, this stretch of time will give birth to things that are real and true, or your efforts will fall like a house of cards. It’s hard to say what’s for sure and what isn’t because you guys are experts at whitewashing your weaknesses. Be as truthful as you can, pay extra attention to your unpaid dues, and be ever mindful of what it costs to give yourself more credit than you deserve.
he craziness that attends your current situation has a lot to do with the fact that everything is breaking down into its base components and you’re not quite sure where you stand. Even if your outer reality is fine and dandy, the inner piece is at a point where it feels like something huge is missing. In some cases, you are just coming out of a healing process that has left you too weak and wounded to expect to be clear about anything. When the whole story is about to switch gears, if you loosen up, intensity and uncertainty will make way for the rest of your life to begin.
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ou are in a place that feels absolutely perfect, but there’s a problem with the energy of the people who inhabit it. It’s like you love what you’re doing, but you’re surrounded by vibes, or personalities that make you feel like you’re not up to par. There appears to be a need to break ties with existing structures and activities, so that you can be free to get into things that have something to do with you, and that allow you to do things your way. If you think your security depends on sticking to this plan, guess again. The minute you cut loose, your life will open right up!
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hings appear to be on an upswing. It’s too soon to start tooting your horn, and there’s always room for the other shoe to drop, but you’ve finally gotten a break that could take you higher than you’ve ever gone before. What remains of the past is an issue. Those things fill your mind with thoughts that are counterproductive. You’d do well to beef up your meditations, and/ or stop dwelling on what others have, or have not done for you. Deep down inside the best part of you knows how to get around the hard stuff – but you’re only human, so be patient while you scale this cliff.
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Leo
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Aquarius
April 21 - May 20
July 21 - August 20
October 21 - November 20
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t looks like it’s your turn to be the rock – either for yourself, in a tumultuous situation, or for others who are going through the mill. Your inner child is probably wondering how you’re going to handle this; it may not even want to, but the fact is, you don’t have a choice. We often bitch about the fact that things are too hard, and we think that there’s something wrong with us when they go over the top. The truth is, in the same way that Mother Nature births new life on the heels of any cataclysm, the best parts of ourselves get honed when we’re between a rock and a hard place.
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ou’ve got everybody all figured out. The fact that your own wounds are so intense makes it easy for you to wrap your mind around everyone else’s problems. There’s a lot to be said for empathy, but be careful when the ability to psychoanalyze your friends and relations is just a form of projection that drapes your issues on people who don’t live under that umbrella. While I admire the impulse to care, it never works to paint others with your own brush. For now it might work best to tend to your own stuff long enough to see that everyone is as uniquely themselves as you are.
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ll of a sudden you could care less about what people think. Up until now this was all that mattered, but as of to-day you’ve seen and heard enough to realize that your efforts to make things right, and be the one who is the answer to everyone’s prayers have come to naught. The realization that your lifetime MO has been one which kept your authenticity at bay in the name of ‘stuff’ that goes all the way back to your birth, has opened the space for whoever you really are to emerge. If at this point the real you is still a mystery, soon enough you will see your true colors.
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ou’ve got your hands full. Demanding people and situations that defy analysis have either left you high and dry, or have come to teach you some very powerful lessons. Reflecting on what it took you to get here, it’s hard to overlook the fact that you could have seen it coming but chose to ignore the obvious. The bigger part of you would love to redo your choices, but there’s no going back. When you can’t walk away, the best you can do is face the truth, and own your mistakes. Haul back, wait for others to smarten up, and let time show you what it will take to put things right.
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Virgo
Sagittarius
Pisces
May 21 - June 20
August 21 - September 20
November 21 - December 20
February 21 - March 20
ith everything on the line, more distractions than you can count, and multiple forces lined up to kick you when you’re down, you’ve got no choice but to be one step ahead of it. Some of you will be able to manage this; others are bound to get scattered. Knowing that your success and your sanity rely upon remaining centered in the eye of the storm, it comes down to finding ways to hold steady in that space. Avoid useless people. Ignore their input and prioritize your time. When things have fallen apart, all of your energy needs to go toward unifying and making them whole again.
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iddy-up kids! One way or another, it’s time to get up and go. You’re either in touch with this, or you’re just waking up to the fact that you’re stuck. To expect things to change by themselves would be like waiting for your Fairy Godmother to show up and make everything OK. It’s your turn to open your eyes and take charge. This will be easy or hard depending on the extent to which you believe that your life depends on keeping everything in place. Right around the next bend, there’s a whole new ballgame waiting for those of you who decide to get out of your rut.
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pening the floodgates on whatever it is that has yet to be revealed has totally rocked your world. It’s hard to say how things will go from here, but you’ve come a long way and it’s time to take a chance and let loose. Others could easily be freaking out about your need to get past the issues that have kept your relationship in traction for years. As far as you’re concerned, the truth is setting you free and you’re in no mood to stuff it. Everything hinges on time and the actions of other people but so much of this depends on you, you’d do well to spill the beans and get real about it.
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trip to Disneyland would be less interesting than the story you’re running. How things got this crazy is hard to figure but, as long as you’re willing to stick with the script it’ll work out just fine. For the next few months life is going to involve knowing how to handle yourself in situations that include high maintenance people and unreal expectations. The tendency to be a soft touch could see you falling prey to those who can’t take care of themselves, or who exploit your goodness. It’s time to draw a few lines and get as clear as you can about where you stop and other people begin.
Mother of the Skye has 40 years of experience as an astrologer and tarot consultant. She may be reached by email to cal.garrison@gmail.com
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OUTBACK PIZZA shopping center for sale, 4-acre land parcel w/ building. 4 apartments, 2 stores, 1 diner, 1 restaurant and night club — on access road. Call 800-6942250, or cell 914-217-4390. Ron Viccari. C O M M E R C I A L S PA C E AVAILABLE with another well established business. Small or large square footage. Close to ski shop, restaurant and lodging. Great location for any business. Call 802-345-5867.
RENTALS R O O M M AT E WA N T E D : Post and beam house. West Rutland. Ok with cats. $500 month. 802-236-2412. RUTLAND - 2 Bedroom loft style w/ garage & off street parking. Avail. Dec. 1 -April 30. Furnished, all utilities included - WiFi. 15-30 min 3 ski resorts minutes to Downtown Rutland. $1,650/ month or $7,500. Open to other lease terms. 802-345-3913. ONE BEDROOM, ski season. $600/ month, all included. Plymouth, Vt. 802-672-3719. KILLINGTON ACCESS Road Ski House. Full-share $1,600. Call or text Bret and leave a message, 732-266-8537. KILLINGTON SEASONAL rental 2 BR, 1 BA, woodstove, excellent location. $8,000 seasonal + utilities. 781-7495873, toughfl@aol.com. CHITTENDEN HOME for Rent: 2 BR/ 2+ BA w/ finished attic, den, dining area, semifurnished/equipped. Master bathroom w/ jetted tub. Pellet stove in the living room and den. 10 miles to Pico, 16 miles to snowshed. Pool table, porch, deck, and pond. Fenced in front yard. Pet considered. $1,550/ mo. + utilities Louise@ LouiseHarrison.com, 802-7478444. SKI SHARES/Full rooms available. Prime location in the heart of Killington. 2B per room/singles. Lots of amenities. 917-796-4289, outdoordiva7@yahoo.com. BRIDGEWATER SHARES have it your way. First chair. Ledges ski shares - pick a plan: 1/4 share, 13 nights, $575. 1/2 share, 13 weekends, $1,000. Full share, 26 weekends, $1,400; or $50 nightly B&B. 6 bdrm contemporary mountain setting, 12 minutes to Killington. Hot tub, full kitchen privileges. Contact Scott, 860930-0098. KILLINGTON SEASONAL rental 3 BR, 2 BA, fireplace, dishwasher. $9,000, Nov. 1-April 30, + utilities. 781-7495873, toughfl@aol.com. S E A S O N A L R E N TA L . 4 bedroom, 2 bath, fireplace, hot tub, 1 mile to Skyeship Gondola. $12,000. Please contact: 516-993-3799.
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FOR SALE WINTER TIRES for sale: 2 slightly used, General Tire Altimax Arctic 225/45R17. $125 for both, Bernie @ 802422-4419. FIREWOOD for sale, we stack. Rudi, 802-672-3719. SNOW TIRES for sale: set of 4 Winterforce studded snows. 195/60 R15 - excellent condition, excellent tire. Driven 200 mi. then got a different car. Fits older small cars (Fords, Cobalt, Nissan Cube, Corolla Hyundai i20, Elantra, MG). 802-483-2020 eves. or text 802-774-8532. Rutland. $500 new, asking $300.
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WANTED STILL BUYING and appraising coins, stamps, precious metals, watches, art and historical items. I have moved from VT, but can easily help new and existing clients through email and US Postal Service. Member ANA, APS, NAWCC and New England Appraisers Association. Royal Barnard 802-775-0085 or email rbarn64850@aol.com.
EMPLOYMENT MOGULS: WAITSTAFF, P/T bar staff, dishwasher, line cook needed to work at fun locals bar. Apply in person: see Sal at Moguls. FULL & PART TIME help at Base Camp Outfitters. Sales experience helpful. Call 802775-0166. SOUS CHEF: The Birch Ridge Inn at Killington seeks sous chef to work with our chef on prep and evening dinner service. To arrange interview call 802-4224293.
EXCITING NEW restaurant and lounge on the Killington access road looking for reliable help who is well organized and able to multi task. Positions include Front desk, housekeeping/maintenance, kitchen prep, weekend breakfast service; flexible days hours and shifts. Contact Kristen@highlinelodge.com. FULL & PART TIME help needed at Mountain Meadows Cross Country ski area. Strong customer relationship skills needed. Great working atmosphere. Hours of operation 10-5. Must stop in to fill out application. Call 802770-0166. D AY T I M E C U S T O D I A N needed at Killington/Pico Ski Resort to clean and maintain the Snowshed Lodge. Empty trash and recycling containers and maintain cafeteria area cleanliness. Apply online at Killington.com/jobs or in person at 4763 Killington Rd., Killington VT 05751 800-3009095. HR is open 7 days a week 8-4. EOE. R E N TA L T E C H N I C I A N (Lead) needed at Killington/ Pico Ski Resort to coordinate the daily operations of rental shops. Provide direction and guidance, train and schedule employees. Apply online at Killington.com/jobs or in person at 4763 Killington Rd., Killington VT 05751 800-3009095. HR is open 7 days a week 8-4. EOE. SNOWMAKING Pump/ Compressor Mechanic needed at Killington/ Pico Ski Resort to perform regular service, preventive maintenance and repair snowmaking compressors, pumps and related equipment. Apply online at Killington. com/jobs or in person at 4763 Killington Rd., Killington VT 05751 800-300-9095. HR is open 7 days a week 8-4. EOE. KITCHEN WORKERS needed at the Lookout Tavern. Energetic line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers needed to join our existing fun team for the upcoming season. Full/part time, days/ nights. Apply in person. Ask for Pete. PROMOTIONAL HELP NEEDED: Looking for responsible, outgoing, professional candidates to promote Anheuser Busch Products in a bar/restaurant environment during the Winter season. Ideal person is punctual, friendly, knowledgeable about products and comfortable with large crowds. Responsibilities include: Arriving on time, setting up t-shirts, hats, and other prizes, and executing games/ activities. Anheuser Busch is a premium company that does promotions for brands such as Bud, Bud Light, Rolling Rock and many others. Candidates must be 21 years of age, and be willing to converse with strangers. Pay is fifteen dollars an hour with a flexible schedule, most promotions will be held in the Killington Mountain Area, must be available to work some nights during the week, and weekends for aprés. Email Don.sady@fdcvt.com.
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against all of our darkest issues, personally and collectively. It sets up situations that require us to finally come to terms with the remnants and the unresolved issues of our past. It has a lot to do with why so many of us are on the ropes, wondering why we’re flipping out inside, at a time when outer circumstances keep forcing us to stick with the program, put on a happy face, and deal with the daily routine. The square aspect indicates that we are having trouble looking at, or reconciling our most deeply buried trauma. 8. Hybris square Pluto Hybris is where the buck stops. It is where all of our chickens come home to roost. It is the asatomical limit, or the ‘ring pass not’ beyond which nothing can pass. It could even be the Eye of the Needle. When Pluto aspects this asteroid, the Karmic patterns of the collective are at a tipping point. This would be where we either wake up or we don’t. 9. Lucifer square Niobe This could be where the Devil meets his due, or where he finally gets brought down to size. 10. Lucifer square Hades This is what happens at the tail end of the Kali Yuga, or the point where the forces of darkness go over the top and get hung up in their own Pta 11. Hades conjunct Niobe The point where the roots of human pride meet humiliation and give rise to all of the things that come before a fall. Between now and Dec. 5, and extending past that date to Dec. 21, for better or worse, we will bear witness to a huge amount of change. I know a little about the stars, but I am in no position to know for sure how any of this will pan out. My
sense is that it’s time to hold on to our hats because we are in the thick of it. Personally? How do I deal with it? Relative to the darkness that is permeating the ether right now, and heavily accentuated at this time of year I always call upon the power of faith that lives inside my heart space. This force has gotten me through all of my trials, and I have no doubt that it will hold me steady as we enter the valley of the shadow of death that is in front of us now. The words that follow come from something I wrote a long time ago: “Faith has to do with trusting that even the bad stuff is good and that someday we will know what purpose it served; when we look back on our troubles from a distance we see how much they contributed to our growth and understanding. I have finally realized that the rough stuff is a greater gift than the stuff that’s a piece of cake. And the nice thing about this time of year is that we collectively acknowledge that, “it’s all good”. From a cosmic perspective we are still in the heart of darkness while the sun’s in Sagittarius. But there’s light at the end of the tunnel and the belief that it’s really there is reinforced by the fact every year since the dawn of time the sun comes back on the Winter Solstice. It always has and it always will. The heart of God within you is the place where faith resides. Use this month to find your way there. The new visions that will come alive in a few weeks need a space that’s big enough to hold them. So, open up. Let all the joy and love you feel go out into the world and remember to “keep the faith.” Let me leave you with that and invite you to take what you can from this week’s ‘scopes.
Prestige Real Estate of Killington Land SKI IN SKI OUT Topridge: 3BR/4BA $629K Sunrise: 4BR 3BA $359K Pico: 1BR/1BA $69.9K TRAIL CREEK 1BR/1BA $149K HEMLOCK RIDGE 3BR/2BA $159K THE WOODS 2BR/2BA $134K 2BR/2.5BA $149.9K COLONY CLUB 3BR/3BA $279K THE HEIGHTS 3BR/3.5BA $439K
Exclusively Killington! Homes
Big Rock Road Ski to Great Eastern from 3‐bedroom 2‐ bath home with strong rental potential $400K
The Woods Best of both worlds… privacy & space of a single home w/amenities & services of a condo $429K
Bear Mt Road Single family home with 6BR, 8.5BA, 2+ car garage on 2.9 acres. Sunrise amenities included. $989K
2922 Killington Road
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Elbow Road: 10+ acre home site with shared septic $125K Timberpeg Tanglewood Dr: 10+acre lot, post & beam views, driveway & septic field cape‐style home $145K w/garage & Gina Drive: 10+ acre lot views w/5BR septic design $145K on 1+ acres Upper Rebecca: 2.5 acre lot $429K w/4BR WW permit ‐ $149.9K Elbow Road Truman’s Trek: (2) lots with Stunning 6000 wells, septic & utilities in sqft mountain place, VIEWS! $189K, $169K home with 2‐car Trailview Drive: ½ acre lot garage on 14.5 w/4BR septic design $199K acres in quiet
Bart’s Hill Road
neighborhood near golf course. $699K
The Vistas Beautiful Craftsman style 4BR 5BA single family home with ski in ski out access. Starting at $1,249,000
802-422-3923 www.prestigekillington.com
Great Eastern trailside: (3) ski in ski out lots w/septic design ‐ $399K each Mini Drive: (2) ski in/out lots w/septic design ‐ $369K each
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Pam and Dan:
Musical duo to play McGrath’s Pub on Icon tour
continued from page 13 celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary in September. Dan explained the ironic way they met. “We were living in Breckenridge. I was doing the hiring for new instructors and Pam was trying out. She got hired, but I only saw her once before the end of the season. The next time we saw each other was in New Zealand, halfway around the world. We both got hired in a restaurant, but neither of us knew the other would be in New Zealand. We started dating out there.” Pam added, “Move halfway around the world to date a guy from a place I was already living in.” Pam likes the connection she gets with people. “There’s no other way I’ve found to feel the same connection with people that I feel when we’re performing and that’s whether we’re rocking out in a rock band or doing the acoustic thing. When things start really happening musically, you feel a certain energetic connection with people you’re involved with and that’s both musicians and the audience. I really love it.” Dan said, “You’ll see people mouthing the words and then you know you have that connection...That’s the reason we’re doing this. Finding little places where we feel the love...It’s like in skiing when you find a narrow little run. It’s finding that special place.”
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Real Estate Let It Snow!
802.775.5111 • 335 Killington Rd. • Killington, VT 05751 PINNACLE
1 BR: $82 - $88K Wood burn fireplaces in/outdoor pool and whirlpool Exercise area Racquetball court
SKI IN & OUT SUNRISE
1 BR: $100 - $116K pool & Whirlpool tennis , paved parking
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1BR/1BA, $124,900 2BR/2.5BA, 2 lvls $224,500 woodburning fireplace Indoor pool/outdoor whirlpool
3-level, 3BR+den, 4 BA turnkey, $349K New carpet & tile 2nd living area, Laundry Townhouse
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Mtn Views & minutes to Slopes Endless Possibilities: 13 guests! 3 AC for RV’s, Camping & Events Renovated Great Room with New Windows & Custom Bar $595K
3BR, 3BA, 2800 sq.ft. 2.6 AC Open floor plan, cathedral ceiling Stone fireplace, large deck, garage, $470K Wood floors, master suite, loft Hot tub room+bonus rooms
1BR/1BA, on 4 Acres Large Loft, Open floor plan Nicely renovated Wood stove Wide board wood floors $155K
4BR/3BA Plymouth mtn home, Multiple SMART Home features Tiled flrs/showers/lots of storage MudRoom/Laundry/Family rms New stainless kitch appliances Furnished, turn key, $325K
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5BR/4BA, southern exposure Open floor plan, yr-rd mtn views Large kitchen w/a pantry room 2 stone fireplaces in living rooms 7.5 Ac., privacy, elevator $495K
Just like new! 3BR/3BA suites Granite, maple floors, 5Ac Open flr plan w/cath. ceiling Heated garage& storage House Generator, large deck $579K
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Over 140 Years Experience in the Killington Region
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Updated 4BR/3BA post & beam style contemporary w/direct access to Killington’s famous Great Eastern ski trail. Vaulted ceilings w/exposed beams, handscraped hardwood floors, granite counters, bluestone patio and outdoor hot tub overlooking the ski trail, for the ultimate apres ski experience $799,000
3BR/3BA contemporary in Killington, built in 1971 and completely renovated in 2008. Chef’s kitchen w/birch cabinets, JennAire appliances, beer keg cooler, soapstone counters and Brazilian walnut flooring. Expansive master bedroom & bath w/ glass-enclosed shower, heated mirrors and radiant floor heat. Sophisticated ski house, w/a 15x25 in-ground pool, sixperson hot tub and fenced yard, make it a year-round retreat - $489,000
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SHUTTLE TO & FROM MTN GREEN #1,2&3
www.558OldCoachRoad.com The only new construction single-family home offering in Killington. Distinctive, energy-efficient custom 3BR/3BA contemporary w/exceptional sunset views of the Green Mountains and Taconics. The nine-foot ceilings featured throughout, with 12-foot vaulted ceilings in the master suite. Interior finishes are still being completed and will include solid Masonite 3-panel Shaker style doors & cabinets, granite and solid surface countertops, oil-rubbed bronze hardware, plaster walls & ceilings, hardwood floors. Mechanicals include a high-efficiency hybrid heat pump hot water heater, two-zone forced hot air system, two-zone central air conditioning, and 100% LED lighting. Insulation meets and exceeds 5-Star energy standards w/ additional efficiencies attained through use of mineral wool insulation in both the exterior and interior walls - $669,000
Daniel Pol Associate Broker
Kyle Kershner Broker/Owner
Jessica Posch Realtor
2814 Killington Rd., Killington, VT 802-422-3600 • KillingtonPicoRealty.com info@KillingtonPicoRealty.com REALTOR
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PRIVATE ESCAPE MINUTES TO OKEMO, KILLINGTON OR WOODSTOCK! Special country estate on over 194 acres w/sweet views! 5 bed/5 bath post & beam house. Rec/movie theater barn complete w/silo that has been finished for extra guest sleeping. Hike or ride your ATV to the off grid cabin. Enjoy 9 hole disc golf course or the paddle tennis court. $1,375,000
PRIME SPOT, INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Swiss Farm Inn is a family-owned & operated B&B close to Killington Mtn Resort, direct to VAST Trails & Green Mtn Bike Trails! 15 guest rooms w/private baths, 48 person restaurant, comm kitchen, cozy common spaces, 4 bed/ 1 bath innkeepers home. 2 level barn, greenhouse & 2+ car garage. $599K
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RARE OPPORTUNITY-EQUESTRIAN’S DREAM! PRIME SPOT! Minutes to Pico, Killington & downtown
Rutland. Formally a 4H horse farm. The property has a 2 bed/2 bath Log home w/garage, an indoor riding arena, 2 barns, 28 horse stalls, 5 meadows, amazing views & more! $429K
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY CLOSE TO KILLINGTON! 95 seat Restaurant & Pub located on the White River w/great mountain & water views! Spacious commercial kitchen. Furnishings, equipment & inventory included in sale. Parking for 48 cars. Approx 600 feet of frontage on the White River w/outdoor seating. Come check out the possibilities today! $299K
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