The Mountain Times: Volume 48, Number 24 - June 12-18, 2019 by Polly Lynn

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Volume 48, Number 24

June 12-18, 2019

Exceeding the limits Racers to hit speeds of 70-80 mph on East Mountain Road

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FLY YOUR DAD! Quechee’s 40th Hot Air Balloon Festival returns for Father’s Day weekend. Thousands of visitors are expected. Page 18

By Polly Mikula KILLINGTON—The speed limit on East Mountain Road in Killington is 25 mph on the lower section and 35 mph on the upper section, due to steep, winding, blind corners. But this Sunday professional skateboard and luge racers will cruise down the road at speeds two to three times faster than those limits. The East Mountain Road course is considered the fastest downhill racetrack for skateboard and luge racers. Because of that notoriety, the event attracts competitors from throughout North America as well as Spain, France, Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland and Germany. The annual International Downhill Federation World Cup (formerly the Downhill Throwdown) event will be held, June 14-16. Spectators are encouraged to come watch the races Sunday. See page 26 for more information.

By Paul Holmes

Professional long boarder initiates a slide turn during a past year IDF World Cup at Killington.

State names top game warden

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FLY FISHIN G FUNDRAISER , JUNE 13 Join fellow trout enthusiasts for a screening of “Chalk: Bedrock of fly fishing.” Proceeds support Rutland’s Moon Brook Trout Habitat Restoration Project. Page 24

By Katy Savage Tim Carey knew what he wanted to do since he was in high school and visited a man living with a 10-foot alligator in his living room. “The guy was living in a third-story apartment,” said Carey. “I’m guessing he owned [the alligator] since it was small.” Carey spent the day with a game warden at the beginning of his high school career. Besides checking licenses on riverways, Carey and the game warden visited the alligator owner about a permit. “From then on, that’s what I knew what I wanted to do,” Carey said. Carey, 29, of Shrewbury, has been a game warden in Vermont for six years. This year he was named Vermont’s Game Warden of the Year at a ceremony in Mont-

pelier June 4. “I was very surprised and honored,” Carey said. Gov. Phil Scott presented the award to Carey with a plaque. “Warden Carey was chosen for his integrity, professionalism and high motivation in all of his work duties, and that he has earned the respect from other wardens and the public,” Scott said. Carey, an avid hunter and fisherman, grew up in New Hampshire and graduated from Unity College in Maine, where he studied conservation law. Before coming to Vermont he was a park ranger at Acadia National Park in Maine and he spent time working with salmon in Alaska. “I’ve always liked being outside,” Carey Warden, page 4

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STATE CHAMPS! Th e Woodstock girls tennis team, Black River baseball team, West Rutland softball and the Green Mountain Union High School track team were named state champs this year. Page 4

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Tim Carey of Shrewsbury was named Vermont Game Warden of the Year earlier this month.

Early-season snowfall launched strong skiing, boarding year By Anne Wallace Allen, VTDigger

The early snowfall last winter was a wake-up call for skiers, and it resulted in a 5 percent jump in skier visits over last year at Vermont’s resorts. Skier and snowboarder visits rose 207,000 over the winter of 2017-18, according to the Vermont Ski Areas Association. More than 4.1 million skiers and snowboarders took to the slopes over the winter, the most since the 2014 and 2015 season, the group said. Although the state’s resorts saw several early openings, the total number of skier and snowboarder visits was just 1 percent higher than the 10-year average at Vermont ski areas. That’s because there have been many big snow years in the last decade, said Adam White of the Vermont Ski Areas Association. Ski areas reported many superlatives at their 50th annual meeting at Jay Peak June 5 and 6. The 64-year-old Mount Snow had its earliest opening ever, and Mad River Glen had its longest season ever, said White. “That’s important because Mad River Glen has limited snowmaking capabilities,” White said. “That’s indicative of how much natural snow we had.” Smuggler’s Notch had the most open terrain they’ve ever had for an opening day, White said. Going into December, the state had about 65 percent of its terrain open when normally only 8 percent to 10 percent is open going into the month, White said. Killington, the state’s largest ski area, opened its lifts on Oct. 19, three weeks ahead of last year’s opening day. Killington always tries to keep some terrain open into June, and often succeeds. Its last day for skiing this season was June 2, giving it a 211-day ski season. Ski season, page 7

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The Mountain Times • June 12-18, 2019

Fair Haven to build community center Bridgewater also receives funding to study options

By Katy Savage

Fair Haven is set to get a new community center with the help of a $200,000 federal community development grant. The Community Development Block Grant, administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, will be used to build a space for the elderly on the second floor of the town offices. “We have a lot of elderly in the area,” Fair Haven Town Manager Joseph Gunter said. “I envision it as a mult-generational space to bring the elderly together.” Gunter said there will be televisions and puzzles for the older generation. He’s also considering using the area for recreational purposes with movable basketball nets for the younger generation. “It’s a big open space,” he said. The town office was previously a high school. The top floor, formerly a large auditorium, is now being used for storage. “We hope to be able to rehab the entire upstairs,” Gunter said. Gunter said the town is completing an environmental review and the architect is finishing up drawings for the space. Gunter said construction could start in November. “We are very grateful,” he said. The state awards approximately $7 million annually in grants through Vermont’s Department of Housing and Community Development. Nine towns in nine counties received a total of $2.5 million this summer. “There’s no shortage of good ideas in Vermont and these grants are a great tool to

bring them to life,” Gov Phil Scott said in a press release. Bridgewater will also benefit from the program with the help of a $30,000 grant to conduct a feasibility study at the former Bridgewater Village School. The historic school closed in 2015 due to declining enrollment. The 14,000 squarefoot building is owned by the town and currently being leased by the new nonprofit Bridgewater Community Foundation. Collen Doyle, a member of the foundation’s board, said there are plans to open a childcare center in the building as soon as January 2020. The top floor of the twostory building contains large windows and hardwood floors. Doyle said the board has talked about bringing a computer lap, cyber cafe and yoga studio to the space. “It’s going to be a really positive thing for the community,” said Doyle who grew up in Bridgewater and attended Bridgewater Village School. “There is a lot of growth that’s going to be happening in Bridgewater in the next couple years. It’s an exciting time to be part of the community there.” The building has held town meeting since 1943. Doyle said the former school has sentimental value to him and many residents. “It will be there when the town needs it most,” Doyle said. “It was nice to be able to shake the governor’s hand and give him brochures and make the governor of Vermont aware of what we’re doing in Bridgewater.”

By Julia Purdy

K-9 handlers work with a dog on a tracking exercise.

K-9s play tracking games

By Julia Purdy No yellow crime tape cordoned off the Diamond Run Mall parking lot, but an array of law enforcement vehicles full of barking dogs made it appear that a fugitive from justice might be on the loose Wednesday, June 5. Pickups and SUVs of the Vermont State Police and Vermont Fish & Wildlife, New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife, and Vermont police departments from Burlington, Winhall and Newport gathered for exercises in tracking, part of a weeklong K-9 urban tracking school put on by the Vermont Police Academy in Pittsford and the Vermont K-9 Association. Jim Duncan from Virginia, a trainer, police officer and K-9 handler with the Chesapeake P.D., provided instruction. Jenna Reed, a game warden with VF&W, brought Moose, a 5-yr-old German Shepherd weighing in at just under 100 pounds. Reed works out of Newport and has been a warden for nine years, landing the job right out of college. “Urban tracking is unique, we’re fortunate to be able to attend,” Reed told the Mountain Times. “It’s challenging for K-9s to track on pavement.” K-9, page 11

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LOCAL NEWS

Local teams win championships

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West Rutland High School’s softball team defeated Blue Mountain Union High School 19-9 for the D-4 state championship on June 8. This is the second time in three years the West Rutland team has won.

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The Black River Union High School baseball team defeated Danville School 10-1 to win the D-4 state title.

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The D-2 Woodstock girls tennis team defeated U-32 in the state championship game for the third year in a row on Thursday, June 6.

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Green Mountain Union High School track team won the D-4 championship on June 1.

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continued from page 1 said. In 2018 Carey responded to more than 217 incidents and made 21 arrests. One of those incidents involved an elderly deer hunter who fell in the woods last fall and broke his leg, in Shrewsbury. It was dark by the time Carey, who is one of three certified EMTs for Vermont Fish and Wildlife, found the man’s vehicle and started looking for him in the woods. “I could hear a faint whistle in the distance,” Carey said. “He was really, really cold. He was very happy to see me and I was happy to see him.” “Carey is a consummate professional who effectively enforces hunting, fishing and trapping laws,” said Vermont Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Louis Porter in a news release. “He displays a keen sense of judgment, treating all people fairly and with dignity, regardless of the situation.” Carey covers Ludlow, Plymouth, Shrewbury, Clarendon, Mount Holly, Wallingford and Mount Tabor. Like the other game wardens, he’s responsible for enforcing fish and wildlife regulations and criminal laws.

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LOCAL NEWS

Local planning commissions receive brownfields grants

Staff report The Rutland Regional Planning Commission and The Two Rivers Ottauquechee Regional Planning Commission were among two recipients of brownfields grants from the Environmental Protection Agency. Six grantees in the state received a total of $2.2 million. Each organization received $300,000. Rutland Regional Planning Commission Executive Director Ed Bove said the money will be used to fund environmental cleanup projects in the area. “We try to invest in sites that have high potential for reuse,” Bove said. “We focus on downtown and village areas.” Rutland Regional Planning Commission recently invested $115,000 into the former Berwick Hotel site in Rutland, which was a gas station before it was a hotel that burned in 1973. Bove said the environmental clean-up is part of what led to a developer consid-

ering investing in the site to build a hotel. Both planning commissions have received EPA grants in the past. The EPA has awarded $114 million in assessment grant funding since it started, with $109 million in revolving loan fund grants and supplemental funding and $75 million in cleanup grant funding. There are an estimated 450,000 brownfields currently nationwide. Two Rivers Planning Commission Executive Director Peter Gregory estimated he’s received $1 million in grants from the EPA in 25 years. Two Rivers looks to invest in downtown areas that are underutilized or abandoned. Previous Two Rivers funding has covered the Farmway site in Bradford and a former auto dealership in Woodstock. “There’s certainly not enough money to address them all,” Gregory said.

By Curt Peterson

The Singleton’s Market, located on Route 4 in Quechee for eight years, closed permanently with little notice on May 28. The market was widely known for its interesting menu of delicious deli sandwiches, high quality, reasonably priced meats and groceries, to paraphernalia ranging from antique guns to sunhats to T-shirts and bear skulls. And the location was promising – directly across from the antique gallery and near the yellow blinking light at Hartland-Ottauquechee Road where the speed limit is reduced. According to local reports competition from Jake’s Market and a run of bad tourist winters made the store less viable than hoped, and Tom and Linn Singleton, owners of the original Singleton’s General Store in Proctorsville, decided to let it go. “We really appreciate the customers who came to the Quechee store,” Linn Singleton told The Mountain Times. “Right now we are busy here in the main store, keeping our customers happy and moving forward into the future.” The Singletons should know what’s best for their business – the Proctorsville location is booming, and visitors will find it familiar in many ways to the now defunct Quechee spin-off – only more so. According to the company website, Tom’s parents Bud and Mary started the family business as “Newton’s Store” in Reading in 1946 – 73 years ago. After a five-year break they bought some land on Route 131 and opened Singleton’s General Store in Proctorsville in 1978. Two generations grew it to 7,500 sq. ft. Singleton’s, page 17

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STATE NEWS

Scott vetoes handgun waiting period; signs abortion protections

By Colin Meyn and Alan J. Keays, VTDigger to address childhood poverty, or to tackle constitutional rights,” Scott said in an Mitzi Johnson, D-South Hero, tweeted Gov. Phil Scott announced Monday our addiction crisis,” he wrote. “These emailed statement. in support of the governor signing the evening, June 10, that he has vetoed strategies have scarcely registered in the He listed the accomplishments of abortion bill. S.169, gun control legislation that would Governor’s proposed bud“This is the first step in have required Vermonters to wait 24 gets each year, and in any ensuring the next generahours to buy a handgun. “THIS BILL WOULD HAVE SAVED OUR SON, event will do little to nothtion of VT women have the He also signed H.57, a bill that forbids ing to prevent gun deaths in same access to reproductive the government from interfering in a IT COULD HAVE SAVED YOURS,” 2019 or 2020.” and abortion care that VT woman’s decision to have an abortion at The veto is Scott’s first women have had for the last any stage in her pregnancy. The governor THE BLACKS WROTE. of the session, after he 46 years,” she wrote. had already said he would let the abormatched the all-time record with 11 vethose reforms: universal background Senate leader Tim Ashe, D/P-Chittion bill pass into law, though it was untoes last year. He refused to say in recent checks, extreme risk protection orders, tenden, released a statement taking the clear if it would get his signature or not. the ability of police to seize firearms from months whether he intended to let the governor to task for his gun control veto Scott had until midnight Monday to waiting period pass into law, but said he domestic violence situations and an and explanation for doing it. decide on the waiting period legislation increase in the minimum age to purchase was unsure if it would really help address However, because Johnson and Ashe and midnight Tuesday to decide on the suicide in Vermont. guns from 18 to 21. declined to schedule a veto session this abortion bill. On the campaign trail in 2016, Scott “With these measures in place, we year, the soonest they can take up the legThe governor’s statement announcpledged not to support any new gun conmust now prioritize strategies that adislation is January. And it doesn’t appear ing actions on the bills set off a flurry of trol laws. His flip once in office infuriated dress the underlying causes of violence they would have had the 100 votes they statements from groups on both sides of gun rights groups, who pledged to get and suicide. I do not believe S.169 adneeded in the House. the issues, some offering praise and othhim out of office. But that didn’t happen, dresses these areas,” the governor wrote. “Last year, I called for and signed a ers accusing him of playing politics with and a drop in his approval rating among “Moving forward,” Scott wrote on package of historic gun safety reforms matters of life and death. Republicans did not do significant damMonday, “I ask the Legislature to work because I believe they make schools, The initial reactions from Democratic age during elections, when he easily won with me to strengthen our mental health communities, families and individuleaders of the House and Senate were the primary and general election on his system, reduce adverse childhood expeals safer, while upholding Vermonters’ split in their focus. Speaker of the House way to a second term. riences, combat addiction and provide Sen. Dick Sears, D-Bennington and every Vermonter with hope and economchair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, ic opportunity.” said he was disappointed by the goverAshe said the governor’s spending nor’s veto. plans have not reflected his professed desire to prioritize mental health or adIt was in that Senate committee earlier diction issues. this year that a more expansive waiting pe“The Governor’s veto letter suggests riod bill, S.22, that called for a 48-hour dewe need to look to long-term strategies lay for all firearms sales was pared down to to rebuild our mental health system, or 24 hours only applying to handguns. Veto, page 33

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STATE NEWS

GMP requests rate increase Green Mountain Power filed a request with the Public Utility Commission (PUC) to increase rates each year for the next three years by 2.92 percent starting Oct.1, 2019. This is part of the company’s new multiyear regulation plan. The plan, approved by regulators last month after a yearlong public process, gives GMP customers predictable, smoother rates that nearly match inflation and are comparable in Vermont and among the lowest in New England. “We are committed to providing clean, cost-effective, reliable power to all of our customers in this time of energy transformation and innovation needed to address climate change,” said GMP President and CEO Mary Powell. “Our team is working tirelessly to hold rates low for customers, as we also continue to offer the latest in innovations such as battery storage that help to drive down costs and provide benefits to all customers.” Many of these innovations, already being put to use for our customers, are responsible for GMP achieving a multiyear rate path that helps maintain such low and stable rates. The request, subject to PUC review and approval, follows GMP’s recently approved multi-year regulation plan, which is a framework designed to provide stability for customers around energy costs for the next three years. Here’s how it works: the PUC es-

Ski season:

sentially requires GMP to forecast then lock in most of its own operational and capital costs and provides for rate variation or change based upon power supply, storms and some other individual cost categories specifically approved by the Commission. In the second and third year, GMP will go back before regulators to adjust rates if needed based on these specific variable items while maintaining the discipline to operate within many locked costs. GMP will also report results over dozens of innovation and operations metrics to ensure it maintains high performance for customers. The plan also supports GMP’s ability to leverage innovation to lower costs and carbon emissions for all customers. “We’ve been thrilling families yearround for decades with both skiing and riding and summer adventures at Bromley, and having steady predictability in our energy costs will allow us to better plan how to invest in our company over the next several years,” said Bill Cairns, general manager of Bromley Mountain Resort, which wins accolades for its family vacations. “GMP has been a great partner and understands our business needs. We appreciate their efforts to keep costs down for customers because energy costs are a big factor for a company like ours.” GMP, page 39

Season recap

continued from page 1 “There was way more coverage than we normally have for our last day,” said Courtney Fiore, communications manager for Killington and Pico resorts. “You didn’t have to take off your skis or boards to get on or off the lift.” Skiing’s a critical piece of Vermont’s tourism economy. Tourism generates more than $1 billion in wages and $391 million in taxes per year, according to the Scott administration – the largest sector of the economy after manufacturing. Vermont resorts report that about 80 percent of their ticket buyers are visiting from out of state. Southern Vermont areas such as Stratton and Mount Snow tend to draw heavily from Boston, New York, and Connecticut; Jay Peak near the northern border sees a lot of skiers from Quebec. The winter started off with a record-breaking snowfall of nearly 33 inches in November, according to meteorologist Roger Hill. The next highest snowfall total for November was back in 1900, with 24 inches. The average snowfall in November is 6 inches. Temperatures in November were also 5 degrees cooler than normal. The early season wintry conditions got people in the mood for skiing, said Win Smith, who owns Sugarbush. “It set the tone for the season,” Smith said Monday. “Cold, early snowmaking temperatures and no major thaw also made for good conditions throughout the season.” Nature cooperated further by dumping more than 2 feet during the Martin Luther King Day weekend, and 14 inches in time for Presidents Day week. “A combination of this snowfall, ever-efficient snowmaking and no significant periods of warm weather resulted in very consistent coverage and a higher percentage of terrain open across the state throughout the season,” the Vermont Ski Areas Association said in a statement.

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State to receive $1.75 million from Dollar General for deceptive pricing Attorney General T.J. Donovan announced today that his office has reached a $1.75 million settlement with DG Retail, LLC, also known as Dollar General, for violations of Vermont’s Consumer Protection Act. Under the settlement, Dollar General resolved claims that it rang up products at a higher price than advertised on the shelf, even after being told at least 50 times by state inspectors from the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets to correct the pricing inaccuracies. The Vermont Foodbank will receive $100,000 pursuant to the settlement. “Deceptive advertising will not be tolerated,” Attorney General Donovan said. “Knowing that Dollar General caters to low-income Vermonters makes their repeatedly misrepresenting prices particularly egregious. I’m pleased that part of this settlement will directly benefit those Vermonters who struggle with food insecurity.” Dollar General operates 36 retail stores across all 14 counties in Vermont. Dollar General stores sell a wide variety of groceries and household products. Pursuant to Vermont’s weights and measures laws, inspectors from the Agency of Agriculture routinely visit Dollar General stores to ensure that the shelf prices match the prices charged at the register. At any given

inspection, inspectors randomly check the shelf prices of 50-100 products and compare them to the register prices. If the price charged at the register exceeds the shelf price, it is known as an “overcharge error.” Since October 2013, inspectors have found 362 overcharge errors at 22 different Dollar General stores. Of the 362 overcharge errors, the price charged at the register exceeded the shelf price by an amount ranging from $.02 to $6 per item, with a median overcharge amount of $.35. “Consumer protection is part of our mission at the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets,” said Secretary of Agriculture Anson Tebbetts. “When someone shops at a store they should be assured they are getting what they paid for. The Agency’s scanner inspection program provides integrity at the check-out line.” Under the terms of the settlement, in addition to the $1.75 million payment, Dollar General is required to implement a pricing accuracy policy to ensure that Vermonters are charged the price reflected on a product. Dollar General will also conduct pricing audits to ensure that their products are priced accurately. Since 2013, Dollar General has paid at least $241,700 in penalties to the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets.

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Opinion

The Mountain Times • June 12-18, 2019

OP-ED

Did Dems blow it? Could you do better?

By Angelo Lynn As news of Vermont’s legislative session wraps up, the overall reaction to the session was that the Democrats and Progressives fell short of accomplishing several key measures – namely, implementing retail sales for marijuana, taking the minimum wage to $15 by 2024, passing a favorable family leave bill, finding a way forward on Act 46 (school consolidation and governance), as well as numerous environmental issues. Dealt a supermajority in the Legislature, the early hype was that these and other progressive measures would be a slam dunk in the House and Senate, leaving it up to Republican Gov. Phil Scott to wield a possible veto and face voter wrath. Instead, Democrats squabbled, Scott stayed largely on the sidelines and the Democratic advantage crumbled in a mix of egos and fractured interests. The session wasn’t a flop. It didn’t accomplish all it could have, but it made progress in several important areas. But on many topics that generally have consensus among Democrats and Progressives, it was a case of the devil being in the details, and a failure of leadership to see their way to suitable compromise. Among Democrats and Progressives there was blame all around, with some political novices suggesting they could do better. Lynn, page 9

Encourage children to choose summer reads

By Duncan McDougall

Summer is a magical season for kids – a time when they finally get to make many of their own decisions. Except when it comes to reading. This summer millions of children will be slogging through a school-assigned reading list. And that may not be such a good thing. Educators have long been aware of the “summer slide,” when many children, especially those from low-income families, experience a disturbing decline in their reading skills. Though summer reading lists are intended to help prevent the summer slide, a three-year study, by the U.S. Department of Education underscores the power of letting children decide what they want to read. Researchers tracked the reading habits and test scores of more than 1,300 low-income children. They learned that children who selected several new books of their choice from 600 diverse titles at a spring book fair experienced the same positive impacts as if they had attended summer school that year. That finding is no surprise to the Children’s Literacy Foundation (CLiF). For 21 years our organization has helped 250,000 disadvantaged children select new books to keep that match their unique interests – and get them excited about reading. CLiF serves children in low-income housing developments, homeless shelters, and rural communities. We work with refugee and migrant children, children of prison inmates, and many other at-risk groups across New Hampshire and Vermont. We arrange fun, stimulating author visits, writing workshops, and storytelling activities given by skilled professionals who can inspire young readers and writers. CLiF’s Summer Readers program is aimed directly at preventing the summer slide. Rural towns, schools, camps, and libraries across New Hampshire and Vermont can apply for a dynamic presentation by a professional New Hampshire or Vermont storyteller. After the presentation, children browse through scores of titles and select new Summer Reading, page 35

LETTERS

Barnes is a man of integrity, give him a chance Dear Editor, I was pleased to learn recently about the Hermitage’s plans to restructure. I hope that the Hermitage will re-emerge successfully and that Jim will be given the opportunity to make good as he has done consistently throughout his career. It is well recognized that the Hermitage has fallen on tough times and many creditors are owed money. But please also understand what is far less recognized - that Jim is a man of honor, integrity and compassion. He will strive to do everything within his power to make things right, given the chance. I first met Jim when we worked together in Connecticut at Oakleaf Waste Management from 2005-2011 - a time when we were taking Oakleaf, the company he started from scratch in 1995, to its meteoric growth as a $650 million successful, profitable enterprise. Today I live and work in Vermont - A place I love and have called home since 2012. On many occasions, I saw Jim’s compassion and his desire to help others

regardless of the cost or sacrifice. On one particular occasion I was traveling with Jim to Minneapolis for a business meeting. When we arrived, my back suddenly went out and I was unable to move. Jim helped rush me to the nearest emergency room where I was treated promptly. I knew he needed to get back to CT, so I began to make arrangements for my wife to fly out to Minnesota to be with me. Jim made it clear to me that that wouldn’t be necessary. He said to me, and I’ll never forget his exact words, “Jim Barnes leaves no man behind”. Here I was with the most successful person I’ve ever met, a former winner of Ernst and Young’s National Entrepreneur of the Year award and he was more concerned about me than returning to his own family or to work. Somehow, though I could still barely move, Jim got me discharged from the hospital, pushed me in a wheelchair through the airport and we caught the next flight later that night. Marc Okrant, Chittenden

What really happened in Montpelier Dear Editor, A lot of grumbling and criticism has greeted the end of this session of the state legislature, both how it ended and what it accomplished. Lost in all the noise is the fact that the legislature is elected in a two year cycle. . Bills that were not disposed of in this session can and will be picked up in the next, in January 2020, just as they were left at the end of this one. So, the two bills that are causing all the kerfuffle among Democrats and others—the paid family leave and raising the minimum wage—are not dead. All the work done on them will be carried over to the next session where you can be sure they will be considered again. As to the criticism that this legislature somehow is a great disappointment. We should not expect a group of 94 people of different genders, geography, age, income, personality, ethnic background, race, etc. to agree. These are complicated issues with many facets. They affect many people in different ways, in different parts of

our state. Also contributing to the disappointment is the mistaken belief that the Democrats have a super, veto-proof majority. Therefore they can get anything they want. They do not. At best a veto override would require votes from other parties. And all those diverse Democrats would have to agree. Nevertheless the House passed 37 bills! They address issues such as broadband, workforce, abortion, childhood sexual abuse, waiting periods for handgun purchasing, banning plastic bags, fair and impartial policing, funding for clear water, and on and on. With all the attention on paid family leave and raising the minimum wage the substantial accomplishments of this session of the House of Representatives have been overlooked. The result is a distorted picture of what really happened in Montpelier this year. The delay of those two bills should not define this legislative session. Bill Kuch, Springfield

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CAPITOL QUOTES On the death of Rep. David Ainsworth at age 64...

“I’m saddened to hear of the passing of former state Rep. David Ainsworth. David was an exceptional public servant and showed it in every regard. His commitment to community, family - and, of course, his farming - was unmatched. He will be deeply missed by those who knew him, and I send my condolences to his family, friends and colleagues,” Said Gov. Phil Scott.

“Rep. Ainsworth leaves a strong legacy as a fifth generation Vermont dairy farmer and public servants in the Royalton and greater Vermont communities. David was a committed public servant and will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences are extended to his family, his community and his colleagues,” Said House Speaker Mitzi Johnson.

“There are a number of people who come from more urban areas who don’t understand what farm life is all about, and David was a really strong voice for the farmers,” Said House Agriculture Chair Carolyn Partridge D-Windham to the Valley News.

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Considerations to jumpstart discussion

continued from page 8 year’s hullabaloo over Democrats not For summer fun, let’s put that boast being able to send a minimum wage bill to the test with a challenge to readers: to Gov. Scott, is that the current bill prostudy the key issues and propose soluvides for an inflationary increase, which tions to a few of the tougher statewide will be about 2 percent. So Vermont’s and local issues. current minimum wage of $10.78 will Everyone can participate by reading increase to about $11 on Jan. 1, 2020. and contributing ideas through letters • Among progressive states, much to the editor. Let’s see if we can find has been made about a theoretical consensus on a measure to present to “livable wage,” which studies have our fellow legislators. One idea is to do pegged around $13.50 or so in Vermont this with a couple of friends or neighfor 2019, but which would also rise with bors, as two or three opinions in a room inflation. That’s one of the reasons why help focus and fine-tune ideas – and it the Legislature picked a $15 minimum brings neighbors and friends together wage for 2024; to keep within that “liv(and try to avoid arguments, though able wage” metric. Whether that is right that is a natural part of the legislative for Vermont is up for debate. process.) • The reasons for a rise in the miniConsider the follow four hot topics: mum wage are obvious: $15 an hour • Minimum wage and family leave. translates to about $30,000 annually Is raising it to $15 by 2024 the best idea, (for easy figuring: 40 hours per week, or are other options preferable? What times 52 weeks is roughly 2,000 hours are the pros and cons? Can you leave annually, times the rate; $10 per hour, it to the free market and still have that then, would be $20,000 annually.) Curbe what’s best for workers and the rently, for a family of four, living on less economy? On family leave, it should be than $24,000 is below the poverty line. a win-win for businesses and workers, but why is it so hard to find the right mix Also, there’s the theory that a rising tide of benefit to cost and what’s the preferred AMONG DEMOCRATS AND solution? • Enacting a Green PROGRESSIVES THERE WAS BLAME New Deal for Vermont. ALL AROUND, WITH SOME POLITICAL Could the state get a jump on a future NOVICES SUGGESTING THEY COULD job market by being an early adopter of DO BETTER. greener policies? What floats all boats. That is, if we keep the measures are on the table and what minimum wage above the poverty line, should be pursued in the next session? • Act 46: Consolidating school district or higher, that sector of the economy pours more money back into the local governance is one thing, consolidating economy, which increases business, schools is another. How far should the state go to force mergers and consolida- etc.; plus subsidies to those families from some state aid programs would be tion? What can and should small towns reduced. do to resist, if they oppose closing their • The reasons against a higher school? What’s the best end result for minimum wage argue that it would be students? an added burden to some businesses, Here’s a bit of backround and basic that some businesses as a result might facts on the first topic, minimum wage reduce hours for those wage earners (to and family leave, to get you started as a reduce costs), and that a few businesses basis for informed discussion: might be forced to close. (Readers • Vermont’s current minimum wage is $10.78, with wages going up each year should also note that Vermont exempts farm workers from the minimum wage based on a factor of inflation. Under provision.) There are many arguments Act 176, which was passed in 2014, the around this idea, but it’s primarily that minimum wage rose to $10 an hour for it would be detrimental to the business 2017, then to $10.50 on January 1, 2018, community. and then on the first day of the year For the family leave issue, the issue thereafter the minimum wage would revolves around how generous to make increase by the percentage increase of the program; what’s too burdensome the Consumer Price Index with a cap in for businesses; should employees concase the CPI exceeded 5 percent. As noted by the conservative-leaning tribute to the plan; and to what degree, if any, should the state be involved and Ethan Allen Institute, Vermont is curat what ongoing expense? rently tied with Arizona for the sixth That should be enough of a start highest minimum wage in the U.S. Othto foster good discussions. For extra er New England states currently have the following minimum wages for 2019: credit, read Act 176, the state’s current Massachusetts, $12 (certain farm work- minimum wage law and read more about the pros and cons of a higher ers will still be pegged at $8 per hour); minimum wage from qualified sources. Maine, $11; Rhode Island, $10.50; ConAngelo Lynn is the editor and publishnecticut, $10.10. New Hampshire has er of the Addison County Independent, no minimum wage, so it defers to the a sister publication to the Mountain federal minimum wage of $7.25. An important note, largely lost in this Times.

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LAKES REGION

By Julia Purdy

The devil is in the details

At the Castleton special Select Board meeting May 28, the issue of sidewalks was the focus. The VTrans sidewalk project from Drake Road west to Hydeville Plaza has been running afoul of private propertyownersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; access to their driveways and parking areas, especially in Hydeville. Town Manager Mike Jones noted â&#x20AC;&#x153;several contentious issuesâ&#x20AC;? including Sunrise Plaza, the Ducharme residence and Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bait and Tackle. The way forward offers two choices: stop the project at Taggert Lane or continue as scheduled, Theresa Gilman of the VTrans Permitting Division has told Jones. Stoppage could create headaches for future businesses when applying for ACT 250 permits. Who owns, or has the right to what, remains a knotty problem. Joseph Howard, who owns a trucking business, stated that deeds he had searched are ambiguous and if the project goes ahead, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Town may have to dig it up.â&#x20AC;? It was noted that the right-of-way is based on a document from 1784, which is in the Castleton town office. The state sent a survey made in 1978 showing different mea-

surements for the right of way, but this cannot be located on file in the town office. According to statute, all surveys must be recorded in the Town of Castleton or they revert to the original survey. There also may be an issue with drainage. Both Rob Steele and Donnie Ducharme said the sidewalk at their driveways is higher than the driveways, which will cause runoff into basements and yards. Justin Belden, whose firm is doing the work, said he will check the sidewalk height, but the sidewalks were all laid using GPS measurements. Shawn Gallipo, representing the shop Odds and Ends, said that the shopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s driveway would be eliminated if the project continues, to which Town Manager Jones noted that the current driveway is in the state right-of-way. Jones stated that the original plans shown to business owners were conceptual only. VTrans did not share the final plans with the town or businesses, he said. Jones recommended that the project be completed, but that time should be taken to investigate these issues thoroughly before making a final decision. As no one was present from the Agency of Transportation, Jones will inform them.

Losing academic ground in summer Addressing the perception that students backslide academically over the summer, Chair Lisa Miser made suggestions to the Quarry Valley School District board that

could reverse that trend. She asked about supports such as online classes and allowing students to check out their Chromebooks during the summer. Miser said the

board is looking for ways to start students at grade level in the fall. There is evidence that schools are starting in the fall below levels of regression from previous years.

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Poultney students earn recognition for History Day Poultney High School will send two winners of the Vermont History Day competition to the nationals in June, a week-long event hosted by the University of Maryland, College Park in Maryland. Following the

THE TOP TWO ENTRIES IN EVERY CATEGORY ... ARE THEN INVITED TO THE NATIONAL CONTEST. 2019 theme of Triumph and Tragedy in History, Abagail Hunter placed first with her individual performance titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;JFK and Jackie: How Triumph and Tragedy Led to the Rise and Fall of Camelot.â&#x20AC;? Sierra McDermott and Hagan McDermott placed second in Vermont with their group performance, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire: A Deadly Tragedy Leads to a Triumph for the Working Class.â&#x20AC;? Three sixth-graders will go to Maryland as well, for their group documentary that won second place: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hershel Woody Williams: A Triumph at Iwo Jima, A Tragedy for a War Hero,â&#x20AC;? produced by Jacob Taran, Samantha Carris and Dan Allen. Students conduct primary and secondary research utilizing libraries, museums, archives, oral histories and historic sites. They may present their research as a paper, an exhibit, a performance, a documentary, or a website. The top two entries in every category at the state and affiliate level are then invited to the national contest.

Attorney General warns Vermonters to beware of pastor impostor scam The Attorney Generalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Consumer Assistance Program reports a new impostor scam is on the rise. In this scam, the scammer poses as a pastor raising funds to help a needy child or sick person. The scammer requests gift cards be sent to them. Some promise to provide reimbursement for the gift card. The Consumer Assistance Program has received several complaints about the pastor scam from Vermonters who were targeted by email or text message. CAP warns not to engage with these scammers. Do not respond to their

emails or texts and do not call them. To protect themselves from scams like this one Vermonters are urged to be suspicious of unsolicited communications, demands for an urgent response, requests for personal information, and requests for untraceable forms of payment, such as gift cards or wired funds. You can report solicitations to the Consumer Assistance Program by phone at 800-649-2424, or by e-mail at ago.cap@ vermont.gov. You can also file a complaint online at consumer.vermont.gov.

Dartmouth-Hitchcock announces expansion

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Ground was formally broken on Tuesday, May 14, for a new 90,000 square-foot expansion of Dartmouth-Hitchcockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Manchester (New Hampshire) clinic. An ambulatory surgery center will include state-of-the art operating rooms, including ones dedicated for pediatric patients. The new space will include expanded laboratory, imaging and pharmacy services and the onsite cafe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This expansion is very important for Dartmouth-Hitchcock Manchester,â&#x20AC;? noted Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health CEO and President Joanne M. Conroy, MD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of our oldest facilities, and its currently

at capacity. This expansion will double the square footage and improve care in a number of important ways, including the addition of our ambulatory surgery center.â&#x20AC;? By improving convenient access to high-quality, ambulatory services, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center will be able to provide the most effective and efficient health care for patients with a goal of patient recovery at home instead of at the hospital. With a focus on convenient, comprehensive services all in one location, DHMC will be adding and expanding medical specialties at the Manchester clinic. Call 603-298-8711.

The Mountain Times • June 12-18, 2019

RUTLAND REGION Wallingford moves ahead on solar

At Wallingford’s June 3 regular Select Board meeting, board member Nelson Tift reported that the Energy Committee recommended accepting Thomas Hand’s solar subscription proposal. But not all were convinced, citing the usual reservations. Board member Bruce Duchesne expressed reluctance to commit the town to a long-term agreement. Lynn Edmunds agreed, saying that future technological advances could result in greater savings. Ken Welch, a member of the Energy Committee, argued that the town would not lose anything by signing the agreement. He said his committee viewed the proposal as the developer’s “Thank you” to the town for supporting the Creek Road solar project. After further discussion, a motion carried 3-2 to accept Thomas Hand’s solar subscription. Bruce Duchesne and John McClallen voted against. The board members also approved, unanimously, a motion authorizing Nelson Tift to sign an agreement on behalf of the town with VMS Construction to carry out structural improvements for the Wallingford Block.

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Proctor neighborhood market takes off West St. Market Jenn and Chris Curtis, the new proprietors of The Market On West Street in Proctor, had hoped for a “soft opening” over Memorial Weekend but it was “horrible,” Chris told the Mountain Times Saturday. He wore a bandanna sweatband and was working behind the deli counter, while Jenna rang up sales at the counter up front. What was “horrible”? “The entire town showed up!” Chris said. He had been sick with the

“Vermont flu” for the previous two weeks and he and Jenna were scrambling to put everything in order for their first day. They had considered moving the opening back by a couple of days but they had made a promise to the community and intended to keep it. A steady trickle of supporters stopped by on Saturday and expressed their delight to have the store open once again. The store carries almost everything from fresh veggies, fresh-made grab-n-

Moon Brook may once again support trout Rutland Dept. of Public Works posts on its facebook page that trout habitat restoration is about to begin at Combination and Piedmont ponds and Moon and Mussey brooks, now that neighborhood input was successful in averting the drastic measure of removing the dams. Trout Unlimited has joined

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What makes it harder for them to track on hard surfaces? “If the sun is out, scent will dissipate on the pavement, the wind blows it everywhere. In the woods the scent can catch on things, you have a lot of vegetation. This year, for me and Moose it will make him really good on the pavement and even better in the woods. The big thing is that dogs are amazing creatures, they have a lot more senses than ours,” said Reed. Even though many of the handlers work in rural areas, they all said hard-surface training helps to sharpen their dogs’ skills. Jeremiah Rogers from rural Winhall said that “once we get really good at this urban tracking it will translate to my K-9 being even better in the woods.” Lieut. Bill Boudreau from northern New Hampshire said, “We’re also responsible for all search and rescue in New Hampshire. A lot of time the person starts out on a hard surface and ends up in the woods, so the dog needs to be able to do both.” James Benvenuti came from the New Hampshire seacoast and brought Cora, a black Lab. He commented that the Vermont Police Academy is the only place they can take part in urban and wilderness tracking schools. “It’s a good opportunity for us to hone our skills and learn from the other handlers and work collaboratively.” Rob Sterling, Vermont state game warden in charge of the VF&W K-9 program, introduced Crockett, a 5-year-old black Lab trained in gun-

go meals, soups and homemade cookies to cold drinks (including beer), grocery staples and personal products. The Curtises have hired extra help. Linda Doty, a Proctor resident and former director of the Vermont Marble Museum, helps up front while a sandwich maker is busy in the deli. To give themselves some breathing space, the Curtises will close the store in the afternoons on Sundays.

powder detection, shell casings, firearms and some explosives. Crockett’s “favorite job is tracking people, good guys, bad guys, anyone,” said Sterling. “All our dogs are certified in tracking,” Sterling explained. “Fish & Wildlife dogs have to do a 2-mile, blind track that’s over an hour old from when they start. Scent ‘pools’ well on grass and vegetation so the dogs do very well. However, it does not pool

“IN THE WOODS THE SCENT CAN CATCH ON THINGS.” well on pavement where it can blow around. So the dogs are trained to focus their noses tightly to the ground so they can pick up that smaller amount of scent coming off a person when they’re walking. “Basically all of us are like Pigpen in the Charlie Brown comic strip. Our dead skin cells are blowing around us, coming off our clothing and exposed skin and they settle in the water droplets in vegetation and the ground. But on concrete, there’s not as much to adhere to.” Dogs get a “scent picture” of a person from mouthing an article of clothing, for example. The scent goes straight to their brain from their nose, Sterling explained. “It’s like Instagram, Facebook and Twitter all in one for a dog.” They will remember that person for the entire track, even picking the individual out of a crowd. Then the dog will sit and bark, waiting for a toy or reward.

Vermont doesn’t train K-9s to bite because the “friendly find” might be a missing child or dementia patient. “Some dogs are trained to protect, others are trained to apprehend. They may track to get that toy or they may track to ‘get that guy,’” said Sterling. German shepherds, Labrador retrievers are typically used for this work, as well as the Belgian Malinois and the Dutch shepherd. Some officers work with Doberman pinschers. “All the breeds are exactly the same; any dog is scary in the wrong hands,” Sterling explained. “The breeds we use tend to be the working breeds, they’re tougher, they can handle different climates and the elements.” Training takes the dog’s natural tracking ability and gives it an odor to track. The dog is offered a shirt or a hat in a provocative manner to “agitate” the dog. The dog does not have a dislike for that person, but it will want to chase the person that got it excited, Sterling said. At the same time, the dog has gotten the scent from the clothing. The exercise was like a caninebased game of hide and seek. Two officers worked with one dog. The officer who agitated the dog ran off to hide, while the second officer held the dog back on a leash. Then the dog took off in hot pursuit, dragging the second officer over a guardrail and into a mass of shrubbery. Mission accomplished, both officers walked back with the dog, who was now swaggering proudly with its favorite toy in its mouth.

forces with Orvis, WhistlePig, and All Saints' Church to raise funds in support of the restoration of Moon Brook as a trout fishery in Rutland City. On Thursday, June 13, at 7 p.m. Paramount Theatre will host a fundraiser event that includes a film, “Chalk: Bedrock of Fly Fishing” and a silent auction sponsored by Orvis.

DMV will soon issue new driver’s licenses, ID cards The Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will begin to roll out a new style of driver’s licenses and ID cards this month, beginning with the Rutland office on June 11. All other DMV offices will follow according to a rollout schedule that aims to transition the entire state to the new credentialing system by the end of June. Under the new system, licenses are mailed, not printed at the DMV. “The new licenses are more secure and designed to protect better against fraud and identity theft,” said DMV Commissioner Wanda Minoli. “We urge people to renew early and to read about the new driver’s licenses and ID cards before visiting the DMV.” Throughout the month of June, Vermonters who receive a renewal notice in the mail are advised to check the DMV website to learn which offices have changed to the new system. If a DMV office is still issuing the old style of credentials, then customers will receive a renewed license or ID card like those currently in use. At offices that have changed to the new system, customers will not leave with a new license or ID card. The new credentials have advanced security features and will be mailed from a high-security printing facility seven to 10 days after visiting the DMV. Customers will leave the DMV with a 30-day temporary paper document to be used for driving purposes only. People who attempt to use the temporary license for identification purposes, such as cashing a check or boarding an airplane, will likely be asked for a second form of ID. The DMV recommends that along with the temporary paper document, people also keep their current credential, even if it has expired. The rollout schedule is as follows and is subject to change: June 11 Rutland, June 17 Dummerston, June 18 Springfield, June 18 St. Albans, 6/19 Bennington, June 20 Middlebury, June 21 South Burlington, June 24 White River Junction, June 25 Montpelier, June 27 Newport, June 27 St. Johnsbury. For more info visit dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/vtpics.

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Bianchi, Thompson, Hoffman receive student of the week recognition Ryan Bianchi

Teleri Thompson

Wyatt Hoffman

Ryan Bianchi was named Student of the Week at Wednesday, June 5, at a schoolwide assembly. Bianchi is an 11th grade Alpine athlete who comes to KMS from Hingham, Massachusetts. Bianchi was nominated for this award by World Languages Department co-chair Claudia Revenko-Bowen, who shared the following: "Learning a language and becoming proficient is much like riding a roller coaster. There are continual ups and downs with many moments of awe and other Ryan Bianchi instances of frustration, especially when learning happens in the midst of so many other important life events and commitments. Throughout my years of teaching and mentoring, I have found that success comes with persistence, a kind of staying power which cannot be measured by how fast we go, but by taking the necessary steps to evolve. This year, Ryan has progressively taken this path of academic growth. It has been so awesome to see him moving outside of his comfort zone, taking responsibility for his own learning, working independently, taking risks, and challenging himself linguistically. I have many wishes for Ryan, among which I hope that he sees the greatness we all see in him. I also hope that he continues to aim for the stars because, undoubtedly, they are all within his reach."

Teleri Thompson was named Student of the Week at Wednesday, June 5, at a schoolwide assembly. Thompson is a 9th grade Freeski athlete who comes to KMS from Miyazaki, Japan. Thompson was nominated for this award by humanities instructor Ian Groezinger. Groezinger shared: “I would love to nominate Teleri. I have seen exponential growth from Te in the last two years, both socially and academically. Given that she struggles with the language barrier, she often falls behind in her work and struggles to comTeleri Thompson prehend readings. However, she makes a consistent effort to get caught up (working hard with Nate, EK through NHS, and myself) and hands in quality work. Throughout the course of the year I have seen a big improvement in Teleri’s ability to write, particularly in the aspects of painting a full picture of events/time periods while still effectively explaining the proverbial “so what?” (e.g. why does this stuff matter). Yesterday when I was on a field trip, her class was to complete an in-class essay that was to count as a test grade. With Courtney covering for me, Te sat quietly and worked hard on her response. In fact, it was one of the most well-written, detailed responses I have seen from her, particularly without outside support. Teleri has come a long way from the shy girl who first arrived last year.”

Wyatt Hoffman was named Student of the Week at Wednesday, June 5, at a schoolwide assembly. Hoffman is a 10th grade Alpine athlete who comes to KMS from Old Lyme, Connecticutt. He was nominated for this award by World Languages teacher Malena Agin. Agin shared, “My nomination this week is goes out to Wyatt Hoffman. Just yesterday, I asked Wyatt to leave my class because he was seemingly uninterested, hood on, slouching, mad at the world. But he wasn’t. He was tired, he had a headache Wyatt Hoffman and he had a lot on his mind, like many of us frequently do. Wyatt didn’t leave my classroom, instead he turned it around and delivered a good class. “I’ve had the pleasure of teaching Wyatt since the beginning of this year, sans a four month hiatus. We’ve had our ups and downs but Wyatt has always delivered. In his own way, he communicates when it’s most needed. He always come through, and even though I know he doesn’t think so, he’s made good progress this year in French class. “When he puts effort into his words and his work, Wyatt is unstoppable, and so I’d like to recognize him this week for his tenacity; because it is through his bulldog spirit that you most experience his growth, or at least I have.”

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Town Hall Meeting

Calendar

5:30 p.m. Town Hall Meeting at Green Mountain National Golf Course with Brown Golf representatives. Discussion on club operations, introduction of new key team members, plan for 2019 season. Barrows Towne Road, Killington.

Rotary Meeting

6 p.m. The Killington-Pico Rotary club cordially invites visiting Rotarians, friends and guests to attend weekly meeting. Meets Wednesdays at Clear River Tavern in Pittsﬁeld, 6-8 p.m. for full dinner and fellowship. 802-773-0600 to make a reservation. Dinner fee $21. KillingtonPicoRotary.org

Off Season Conditioning

CHALK: BEDROCK OF FLY FISHING FILM AT PARAMOUNT THEATRE THURSDAY. JUNE 13, 6PM Co ur tes yC ha lkfl y

WEDNESDAY JUNE 12 Community Work Day

9:15 a.m. Help maintain and build trails at Giorgetti Park/Pine Hill Park, Rutland. Combined with YES Plan. 9:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m. All welcome to join! Bring food, water bug spray. Tools/gloves provided. Oak St. Ext., Rutland.

Serenity Gentle Yoga

10 a.m. Gentle yoga class helps strengthen, stretch, and lengthen the body gradually, while bringing mindful awareness to breath. Culminates with healing vibrations of Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath. Great for beginners and practiced yogis. Sol Luna Farm, 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. sollunafarm.com.

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. 908-783-1050. 2910 Killington Road, Killington.

Lego Club

3 p.m. Lego club at Sherburne Memorial Library, River Road, Killington, Wednesdays 3-4 p.m. during the school year. Ages 6+.

Vermont Farmers' Market (Rutland)

3 p.m. The outdoor summer market is held every Wednesday, 3-6 p.m. in Depot Park (in front of WalMart), Rutland. 75+ vendors selling farm fresh veggies and fruits, ﬂowers, specialty foods, hot foods, eggs, artisan cheeses, handcrafted breads, maple syrup, Vermont crafts, jars of every type, and more; plus hard goods and services. vtfarmersmarket.org.

Brandon Book Sale

4 p.m. Brandon Free Public Library holds used book sale, through October. Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m. Fridays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Amazing selection for all ages, ﬁction and non-ﬁction. For May, BOGO. 4 Franklin St., Brandon.

Klezmer Group

4 p.m. Bring your instrument - music provided. Interested? oﬃce@rutlandjewishcenter.org. 6-7:30 p.m. 96 Grove St., Rutland.

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.

6 p.m. Off season conditioning for the high school athlete - offered at RRMC, CVPS/Leahy Center, Conf. Room B. Free. Targets students in grades 7-12, to help maintain some form of conditioning over the off season. Register at rrmc.org.

Meditation Circle

6:15 p.m. Maclure Library oﬀers meditation circle Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.

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.

Vt Law School Summer Lectures

12 p.m. Vermont Law School faculty, scholars, media, and others will deliver "Hot Topics" lectures on current issues in environmental law and policy. Free, open to public. VLS campus, Oakes Hall Room 012. Vt Bar Assn. Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit available. Today, "China's Belt and Road Initiative: What is it, and What Does it Mean for the Environment?"

Self-Employment Workshop

1 p.m. Micro Business Development Program at BROC Community Action holds free Exploring Self-Employment workshop, 1-4 p.m. at the oﬃces, 45 Union St., Rutland. Learn to make more money, start a business, or get guidance if you already have one. Drawing for door prie. Pre-register: ahoyle@broc.org, 802-665-1744.

Killington Farmers' Market

3:30 p.m. The Killington Farmers' Market returns to Church of Our Saviour on Mission Farm Road, oﬀ Route 4. Nine vendors, and more to come. Weekly market, Thursdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Children's craft project today!

Balance Workshop

4 p.m. Rutland Regional Medical Center hosts Gaining Traction: Improve your Walking, Balance, and Stability workshop on Thursdays, May 23-June 20, 4-5:30 p.m. in CVPS/Leahy Community Health Ed Center. 160 Allen St., Rutland. Registration required at rrmc.org; 802-772-2400. $15.

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. 802747-3768.

Ukulele Lessons

5 p.m. Chaffee Art Center offers ukulele lessons weekly on Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. $20. RSVP requested: info@chaffeeartcenter.org. 16 South Main St., Rutland. Bring your own ukulele!

All Levels Yoga

5:30 p.m. All levels ﬂow at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101.

Thursday Night Ride Series

THURSDAY JUNE 13

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.

Thursday Hikers

9 a.m. Visit Eshqua Bob Nature Area in Hartland, a wildﬂower and bog site (Showy Lady’s Slippers!), and historic Rum Road in Woodstock. Easy. Meet at Godnick Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland, to car pool. Bring lunch. No dogs. 802-747-4466.

5:30 p.m. Weekly mountain bike ride at various locations throughout Slate Valley Trails and beyond. slatevalleytrails.org for details and locations weekly. Rides 1.5-2 hours, friendly, no drop pace. info@slatevalleytrails.org. Poultney.

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. 802-228-6276.

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.

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.

Mendon Bone Builders

10 a.m. Mendon bone builders meets Thursdays at Roadside Chapel, 1680 Townline Rd, Rutland Town. 802-773-2694.

Restorative Yoga

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11 a.m. Restorative Yoga at Sol Luna Farm, Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. All levels, no experience needed. Surrender into rest and relaxation, with supported postures on bolsters and blankets. Crystal Singing Bowl Bath culminates session. 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. sollunafarm.com.

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SATURDAY JUNE 15

Youth Mountain Bike Group

6 p.m. Rutland Rec youth mountain bike club group - open to all grade 3-12 kids, from any town. Need: mountain bike with gears, helmet, closed toe shoes, appropriate attire. Mondays and Thursdays, 6 p.m. at Giorgetti/Pine Hill Park, Oak St. Ext., Rutland. Through July 25. Register at pinehillpark.org.

Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival

5:30 a.m. 40th anniversary Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival on the Village Green, Quechee. Today, 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m.: 6 a.m. morning balloon ascension; 10 a.m. Pups in the Air; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Skyhigh Sky Diving Team Demo; 11 a.m. Robert Clarke; 11:30 a.m. Rusty Berrings Brass Band; 1 p.m. Raqs Salaam Dance Theater; 2 p.m. Pups in the Air; 2 p.m. Carter Glass; 3:30 p.m. Robert Clarke; 4 p.m. The Kapps; 5:30 p.m. Dancers' Corner; 6 p.m The Party Crashers; 6 p.m. evening balloon ascension; balloon glow at dusk. Admission. Get full schedule at quecheeballoonfestival.com.

Fly Fishing Film/Fundraiser "Chalk"

6 p.m. Paramount Theatre hosts screening of must-see fly fishing film, "Chalk: Bedrock of Fly Fishing." Doors open 6 p.m. WhistlePig Whisky tasting/ mix n mingle prior to 7 p.m. showing. $15 tickets, paramountvt.org or at the door. Benefits Moon Brook trout habitat restoration project. 30 Center St., Rutland. Bid online for Orvis H3 fly rod: tusouthwesternvermont.rallyup.com/h3rod.

Cadwell Loop Birding Walk

8 a.m. Join Rutland Co. Audubon Society for walk around Cadwell Loop, part of Pittsford trails. Meet at St. Alphonsus church parking lot, Route 7, Pittsford. birding@rutlandcountyaudubon.org - email to conﬁrm, muddy trails may postpone.

Fair Haven Concerts in the Park

7 p.m. Fair Haven Summer Concert Series begins with Starline Rhythm Boys. Free concerts Thursdays throughout the summer. Bring a chair, picnic, blanket, and enjoy the music. Free ice cream tonight! Drawing at intermission for door prizes. Concession available. On the Park, Park Place, Fair Haven.

Noteworthy Gardens with Cindy Lewis

7 p.m. Perennial Gardening. Cindy Lewis, former gardener at Hildene for 15 years, presents "A Photographic Journal from Vermont Gardens" at Rochester Public Library, 22 S. Main St., Rochester. Free, open to public.

Vermont Farmers' Market (Rutland)

9 a.m. The outdoor summer market is held every Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in Depot Park (in front of WalMart), Rutland. 75+ vendors selling farm fresh veggies and fruits, ﬂowers, specialty foods, hot foods, eggs, artisan cheeses, handcrafted breads, maple syrup, Vermont crafts, jars of every type, and more; plus hard goods and services. vtfarmersmarket.org.

KILLINGTON IDF SKATE & LUGE WORLD CUP FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 14-16

Wesley Bell Ringers

Brandon Book Sale

9 a.m. Brandon Free Public Library holds used book sale, through October. Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m. Fridays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Amazing selection for all ages, ﬁction and non-ﬁction. For May, BOGO. 4 Franklin St., Brandon.

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7:30 p.m. Wesley Bell Ringers from Salt Lake City, Utah, perform concert at St. Bridgets, 28 Church St., West Rutland. Free admission, free-will oﬀering collected.

FRIDAY JUNE 14

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. 802-773-7187.

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, 802-770-4101.

Killington IDF Skate & Luge World Cup

Opening Reception

5:30 p.m. ArtisTree Gallery holds opening reception for "Trio: Exploring Dementia" exhibit, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Show runs through July 6. Reps and materials from Vt Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association available for talking, reading. 2095 Pomfret Road, So. Pomfret. artistreevt.org.

100 Miles, 100 Days Kick Off

5:30 p.m. Join Come Alive Outside at RRMC's walking loop to kick-oﬀ 100 miles of walking in 100 days program. Register at comealiveoutside.com/ mile-a-day. 160 Allen St., Rutland.

Sugar Glider Presentation

6 p.m. Families show dad some sugar with Vermont Sugar Glider. Jessica Sardelli, sugar glider breeder, talks at Roger Clark Memorial Library about the exotic pet that likes to glide around, snack on sweet treats, and sleep in your pocket. Free, donations gratefully accepted. RSVP to pittsﬁeldvtlibrary@gmail.com. 40 Village Green, Pittsﬁeld.

9:15 a.m. An exciting, high-speed showdown on East Mountain Road in Killington, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free spectator access! Top skateboard and lugers from around the world bring talent to Killington. Today is IDF practice runs and freeride. Check Road Access Protocol at killington.com, as traﬃc will be aﬀected!

Summer Art Lecture

Story Time

Strike Out Hunger Beneﬁt Bowl

10:30 a.m. Sherburne Memorial Library holds story time Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. Stories, songs, activities. All ages welcome! 802-422-9765.

Brandon Book Sale

11 a.m. Brandon Free Public Library holds used book sale, through October. Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m. Fridays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Amazing selection for all ages, ﬁction and non-ﬁction. For May, BOGO. 4 Franklin St., Brandon.

Knitting Group

12 p.m. Maclure Library oﬀers knitting group, Fridays, 12-2 p.m. 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.

Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival

3 p.m. 40th anniversary Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival on the Village Green, Quechee. Today, 3-10 p.m.: Live music: Juke Joynt, Brooks Hubbard Band; VINS presentation; 6 p.m. evening balloon ascension; balloon glow at dusk. Admission. Get full schedule at quecheeballoonfestival.com.

Book Sale

9 a.m. Friends of Fair Haven Library book sale, 9 a.m.-12 noon. Held in the library basement. 107 N Main St, Fair Haven.

Killington IDF Skate & Luge World Cup

9:15 a.m. An exciting, high-speed showdown on East Mountain Road in Killington, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free spectator access! Top skateboard and lugers from around the world bring talent to Killington. Today is IDF practice runs and qualifiers. Check Road Access Protocol at killington.com, as traffic will be affected! Rider party, mini ramp jam and film screening 8-10:30 p.m. at Darkside Snowboards, Killington Road.

Killington Section GMC

9:30 a.m. Killington Section Green Mountain Club outing: Bear Mountain, Wallingford. Follow LT/AT north over Bear Mountain to Spring Lake. Moderate, 4 miles, few steep climbs and descents. Meet 9:30 a.m. in Main St Park, near fire station off Center St., to carpool; or 10 a.m. at Cuttingsville P.O., off Route 103. Leader: 802-282-2237, 802-775-3855.

7 p.m. First in three-part summer art lecture at Sparkle Barn: Peter Lundberg speaks about experiences as a sculptor, shares slides of his work. Free. Sign up at thesparklebarnshop.com. 1509 US-7, Wallingford. 7 p.m. Rutland Meal Challenge hosts 5th annual event at Rutland Bowlerama. 2 games and shoe rentals: $15, $10 ages 12 and under. Sponsored bowlers ($50+ in donations) bowl free. vtmealschallenge.wordpress. com. Register at vtmealschallenge@gmail.com. 158 S Main St #2, Rutland.

Monica Rizzio

7:30 p.m. Country singer/songwriter Monica Rizzio performs at Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Road, Brandon. $20 tickets, BYOB venue. brandonmusic.net.

The Grinding Stone Trio

7:30 p.m. Jeremiah McLane (accordion), Owen Marshall (bouzouki/guitar), Corey DiMardio (bass), perform tunes from France, the British Isles, and originals - at ArtisTree, 2095 Pomfret Road, So. Pomfret. artistreevt. org. $20 tickets.

KONA BIKE DEMO DAY AT GM BIKES SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 10 A.M.

4 p.m. Every Friday, Memorial Day to Columbus Day, 4-7 p.m. on the front lawn of Okemo Mountain School, 53 Main St., Ludlow. 30+ local vendors. Rain or shine.

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Serenity Gentle Yoga

Parent Literacy Program

10 a.m. Pawlet Public Library hosts program for parents/grandparents/caregivers to help better foster reading skills for kids ages 4-8. Free, with literacy coach. This week's talk: Facilitating Book Talks. Pre-register at 802-325-3123. 141 School St., Pawlet.

Kona Demo Tour

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SUNDAY JUNE 16

Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival

5:30 a.m. 40th anniversary Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival on the Village Green, Quechee. Today, 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m.: 6 a.m. morning balloon ascension; 10 a.m. Pups in the Air; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Skyhigh Sky Diving Team Demo; 11 a.m. Robert Clarke; 11:30 a.m. Oxford & Clark; 1 p.m. Raqs Salaam Dance Theater; 2 p.m. Pups in the Air; 2 p.m. Jordan Snow Band; 3:30 p.m. Robert Clarke; 4 p.m. Tuck's Rock Dojo; 6 p.m. evening balloon ascension; balloon glow at dusk. Admission. Get full schedule at quecheeballoonfestival.com.

Heartfulness Meditation

Open Gym

All Levels Yoga

Kids' Saturday Classes

11 a.m. Chaffee Art Center offers different activity for kids each week - painting, cooking, craft making and more. $10. Pre-register at 802-775-0036. chaffeeartcenter.org.

Bridge Club

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. 802-228-6276.

Alzheimer's/ Dementia Films

4 p.m. ArtistTree hosts film showing in Grange Theater: "I Remember Better When I Paint" explores how people suffering from Alzheimer's can be positively influenced by art. Q&A follows, plus view gallery. 65 Stage Road, So. Pomfret. artistreevt.org.

Saturday Gravel Rides

4:30 p.m. Analog Cycles leads weekly 20-35-mile gravel rides from Baptist Church Parking lot on East Poultney Green. Mix of road/dirt road/ double track and easy single track. Gravel bike approved. Hard terrain, slacker pace. No drop rides. Rain or shine, unless lighting. Bring legit bright light lights, a tube, and water. 301-456-5471.

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.

Robert E Ammel Youth Day

4:30 p.m. Celebrate youth in sports at Maxfield Sports Complex, 120 Leslie Dr., White River Junction. Skills and drills for 12-U, raffle, bbq, matchup under the lights, field fun. Free! Register at roberteammel.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. 802-773-7187.

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.

Stellaria Trio

7:30 p.m. Stellaria Trio presents "Pale Yellow," a program of piano trios, to Brandon Music. $20 tickets, brandon-music.net. BYOB. 62 Country Club Road, Brandon.

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.

Father's Day

10 a.m. Green Mountain Bikes in Rochester hosts Kona Bike Demo Tour, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Demo bikes on nearby trails! Bring a helmet, valid photo ID, credit card for damage deposit. Following, 4-6 p.m., join for BYO beverages and pizza party. 105 N. Main St., Rochester. 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.

Rutland Rotary

7:45 a.m. Free group meditation Sundays, Rochester Town Oﬃce, School St. Dane, 802-767-6010. heartfulness.org. 9 a.m. All levels ﬂow at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802770-4101.

Tasting Event

5 p.m. Lawson’s Finest Liquids event! Specialty cask of Homestead Haze IPA with spruce tips, with live music by Myra Flynn. 5-7 p.m.155 Carroll Road, Waitsﬁeld.

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. 802747-3768.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 4:30 P.M.

Killington IDF Skate & Luge World Cup 9:15 a.m. An exciting, high-speed showdown on East Mountain Road in Killington, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free spectator zone/access, and free shuttles today! Top skateboard and lugers from around the world bring talent to Killington. Today is race day: warm-up, juniors, masters, luge, open. Check Road Access Protocol at killington.com, as traﬃc will be aﬀected! Podium ceremony 5:30 p.m. at Skyeship, Route 4.

Free Admission for Dads

10 a.m. VINS oﬀers free admission for dads on Father's Day. Walk the trails, attend a live bird program, visit exhibits, more. 149 Nature's Way, Quechee. vinsweb.org.

Yoga Class

10:30 a.m. Yoga with Dawn resumes at Plymouth Community Center, 35 School Drive, Plymouth. All levels welcome, bring your own mat. $10/ class.

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Behind the Scenes Tour

1 p.m. VINS oﬀers exclusive behind the scenes experience to discover how it rehabilitates and releases hundreds of wild birds. Meet rehabbers and some birds. 1-1:30 p.m. $12.50 adults, $10.50 youth. 149 Nature's Way, Quechee. vinsweb.org.

MONDAY JUNE 17

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, 802-770-4101.

Community Work Day

9:30 a.m. Help maintain and build trails at Giorgetti Park/Pine Hill Park, Rutland. Combined with Youth Works Plan. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. All welcome. Bring food, water bug spray. Tools/gloves provided. Oak St. Ext., Rutland.

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.

Playgroup

11 a.m. Maclure Library oﬀers playgroup, Mondays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Birth to 5 years old. Stories, crafts, snacks, singing, dancing. 802-483-2792. 840 Arch St., Pittsford.

Open Swim

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. 802-7737187.

Monday Meals

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.

Youth Mountain Bike Group

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. Bring a mat.

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.

TUESDAY JUNE 18

Slate Valley Trails Hike

7:30 a.m. Join Rutland County Audubon Society on Slate Valley Trails for slowpaced, bird identiﬁcation walk. Today, Poultney River and Rail Trail. Meet at D&H trail crossing, South St., Castleton. Parking lot on east side. Easy terrain, 3.5 hours. Bring water, bug spray, binocs, camera, ﬁeld guides if you have them. jptilley50@gmail.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.

Community Work Day

9:30 a.m. Help maintain and build trails at Giorgetti Park/Pine Hill Park, Rutland. Combined with Youth Works Plan. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. All welcome to join! Bring food, water bug spray. Tools/gloves provided. Oak St. Ext., Rutland.

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Mendon Bone Builders

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. 802-747-3768.

Restorative Yoga

11 a.m. Restorative Yoga at Sol Luna Farm, Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. All levels, no experience needed. Surrender into rest and relaxation, with supported postures on bolsters and blankets. Crystal Singing Bowl Bath culminates session. 329 Old Farm Road, Shrewsbury. sollunafarm.com.

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.

League Night at Killington Golf

5 p.m. Killington Golf Course holds League Nights, Tuesdays, 5 p.m. shotgun start. 9-hole scramble tournament, themed weekly. Tonight, First Night. $25 members, $30 non-members. Sign up at 422-6700 by 3 p.m. day of.

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.

Droopy Pedal Mountain Bike Race

5:30 p.m. Level 1 Hatha Yoga at Killington Yoga with Karen Dalury, RYT 500. 3744 River Rd, Killington. killingtonyoga.com, 802-770-4101.

6:30 p.m. Rutland Rec Mountain Bike race series at Giorgetti Park/Pine Hill Park, Oak St. Ext., Rutland. All skill levels invited to join; 3-8 mile rides based on ability. Youth fees (18 and under) covered by RRMC Rehab Services; $5 for all others. Register at pinehillpark.org.

Heartfulness Meditation

The Inner Beauty of Birds

Level 1 Yoga

5:45 p.m. Free group meditation Tuesdays, Mountain Yoga, 135 N Main St #8, Rutland. Margery, 802-775-1795. heartfulness.org.

Rutland Area Toastmasters

6 p.m. Develop public speaking, listening and leadership skills. Meets ﬁrst and third Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. in Courcelle Building, 16 North St Ext., Rutland. toastmasters.org, 802-775-6929. Guests welcome.

6:30 p.m. Rutland Co. Audubon Society hosts bird program at Maclure Library, 840 Arch St., Pittsford. "The Inner Beauty of Birds" talks about their anatomy and physiology. Free, open to public. 802-483-2972.

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.

[MUSIC Scene] By DJ Dave Hoffenberg

WED.

JUNE 12

POULTNEY

7 p.m. Taps Tavern Mike Schwaner

PAWLET

RUTLAND

7 p.m. Barn Restaurant & Tavern

Krishna Guthrie

9:30 p.m. The Venue

FRI.

“Pickin’ in Pawlet”

POULTNEY 6:30 p.m. Taps Tavern

JUNE 14

Jazz Night with Zak Hampton’s Moose Crossing

BOMOSEEN

RANDOLPH

Cooie

6:30 p.m. One Main Tap & Grill Open Mic with Silas McPrior

WOODSTOCK 6:30 p.m. 506 Bistro and Bar Live Jazz Pianist

THURS.

JUNE 13

BARNARD

5:30 p.m. Feast and Field

Music on the Farm with Julian & Charles

BOMOSEEN 6 p.m. Lake House Aaron Audet

KILLINGTON 6 p.m. Liquid Art

Open Mic with Grateful Gary

6 p.m. Iron Lantern BRANDON

8:30 p.m. Clear River Tavern

Supply & Demand

POULTNEY 7 p.m. Taps Tavern The Mean Waltons

ROCHESTER 3 p.m. Farmers Market Silas McPrior

RUTLAND 7 p.m. Draught Room at Diamond Run Mall Duane Carleton

7 p.m. Brandon Music

9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern

KILLINGTON

9:30 p.m. The Venue

Monica Rizzio

9 a.m. East Mountain Road by Skyeship

Killington IDF Skate and Luge World Cup

7 p.m. The Foundry Ryan Fuller

7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub Tom O’Carroll

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Rick Webb

PAWLET 7 p.m. Barn Restaurant & Tavern Austin Sterling

PITTSFIELD

The Eschatones Karaoke

6 p.m. Iron Lantern

George Murtie

BRANDON 7 p.m. Brandon Music Stellario Trio

7 p.m. Town Hall Silent Movie Festival “Chicago” (1927)

KILLINGTON 9 a.m. East Mountain Road by Skyeship

5 p.m. Otto’s Cones Point General Store

Wolf Holler Band

SUN.

JUNE 16

9:30 p.m. The Killarney

Killington IDF Skate and Luge World Cup with DJ Dave

5 p.m. The Foundry

Duane Carleton

Jazz Night with the Summit Pond Quartet

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games Wiley Griﬃn

10 p.m. Center Street Alley

9 p.m. JAX Food & Games

SOUTH POMFRET

RUTLAND

7 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern

7:30 p.m. Hay Loft at Artistree

8 p.m. Howlin’ Mouse Record Store

SOUTH POMFRET

DJ Dirty D

The Grinding Stone Trio: Jeremiah McLane, Owen Marshall, Corey DiMario

TINMOUTH 7:30 p.m. Old Firehouse Tom MacKenzie

SAT.

JUNE 15

BOMOSEEN

Tony Lee Thomas

Jack and the Jukebox with The Cosmic Factory & Discavus

9 p.m. Center St. Alley DJ Mega

9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern

RUTLAND

Rick Webb

4 p.m. Hay Loft at Artistree

We Three Together: Bill Cole, Gerald Veasley, Terry Jenoure

STOCKBRIDGE

Karaoke 101 with Tenacious T

12 p.m. Wild Fern

9:30 p.m. The Venue

Redington

Super Stash Bros

POULTNEY

Silas McPrior

9 a.m. East Mountain Road by Skyeship

7 p.m. The Foundry

Tom O’Carroll

3 p.m. Farmers Market LUDLOW

12 p.m. Summit Lodge

7:30 p.m. McGrath’s Irish Pub

JUNE 17

BETHEL

KILLINGTON

Killington IDF Skate and Luge World Cup with DJ Dave Sammy Blanchette

MON.

Cigar Box Brunch w/ Rick

1 p.m. Wild Fern The People’s Jam

Open Mic with King Arthur Junior

TUES.

JUNE 18

CASTLETON

6 p.m. Third Place Pizzeria Josh Jakab

7 p.m. Dave Wolk Stadium Summer Concert Series with Boston Crusaders

LUDLOW 7 p.m. Du Jour VT

Open Jam Session with Sammy B & King Arthur Junior

POULTNEY 7 p.m. Taps Tavern

Open Bluegrass Jam Hosted by Fiddlewitch

RUTLAND 9:30 p.m. Hide-A-Way Tavern

Open Mic with Krishna Guthrie

9:30 p.m. The Venue Karaoke with Jess

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poorly. Back then he was in the marching band and the Vermont Youth Orchestra. “I played classical music, which is now not really fun,” Schwaner said. He does like all kinds of music, and said there’s not much that he doesn’t like, as long as there are instruments involved. Schwaner’s biggest musical influence was Led Zeppelin. by dj dave He said, “I was always taken by how wide and diverse their hoffenberg songs were. They had some acoustic songs, heavy stuff and blues.” His other big influence was Iron Maiden. He added, “I was big into metal in the ‘80s. I played in Cell 213, a metal band, for quite a long time.” Every second Thursday, Mike Schwaner plays at Taps Schwaner and Audet have been friends since high Tavern in Poultney. This has been a long-standing gig, school. They were both motivated to get gigs and got their where he launched his solo acoustic career. Schwaner said, first playing together in Fair Haven park. They were in “I play mostly old stuff – classic outlaw country like Johnny bands together through college and still play together to Cash, Willie Nelson, and Waylon Jennings. I also play a lot this day. Schwaner said, “A big motivation for me was alof classic rock – everything from Mellencamp to Joe Walsh; ways wanting to play out live. A lot of my musical friends are [and] ‘80s like The Outfield. I grew up on that. It’s classic for distracted by wanting to be a veteran guitar hero.” a reason.” Playing solo was a big challenge and he’s now been doing I saw Schwaner play this winter in Killington with the it for about four years. He didn’t aspire to be a singer though Aaron Audet Band, whom he plays with frequently. I was – he was all about guitar. He was in an acoustic duo for a few impressed with his classic rock songs. He sings the Doobie years, but his partner wanted to get out so it was either hang Brothers perfectly. Schwaner said, “I think our responsibilit up or start singing. Schwaner said, “It’s a very different ity as bar room buskers is to play stuff people can tap their musical challenge that I really like.” He said it’s been going feet and sing along to. A lot of folks find that music, espewell and he keeps himself busy with it. It’s a part time job cially live music, is like comfort food. They want familiarity with it, so I make sure that I do that for them.” for him because he’s been a full time science teacher at Schwaner took up guitar at Fair Haven Union High FHUHS for the past 21 years, and a dad with two small kids. School (FHUHS) where he was a band geek. He said the Schwaner remembers his first solo gig as terrifying. “I former band director, Richard Dodd, is a legend there. recommend going solo for any musician because you can’t “He had a lot of nice Fender equipment like a ‘70s-style hide from yourself. You can hide in a band where your misjazz precision takes aren’t so bass and a Strat. apparent. You “A LOT OF FOLKS FIND THAT MUSIC, ESPECIALLY I actually wanted know exactly LIVE MUSIC, IS LIKE COMFORT FOOD. THEY WANT to play bass first what your skills but there was are and learn FAMILIARITY WITH IT, SO I MAKE SURE THAT I DO already a kid exactly what using it, so I took you need to imTHAT FOR THEM,” SAID SCHWANER. the Strat. It was a prove,” he said. leap of faith for Dodd to give me what was basically a $1,500 Schwaner uses a looper while playing. He said, “I guitar and let me play with it. I went from there, really liked give credit to musicians that make it through without it and I didn’t give up on it,” Schwaner said. He never took looping. I find that for a lot of music, looping is quite a guitar lesson in his life. When he was younger, he learned effective. I’m not trying to brag, but I like soloing and I’m from instructional books, and then the internet came out, OK at it. I can loop a chord progression and then jam out and it became easy. over it for a length of time.” In band, Schwaner was all about percussion, and played Music is an escape for Schwaner. He explained: “I the drums, although now he says he plays them pretty have a million responsibilities, so music is that thing

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Mike Schwaner that is completely [just] for me. Music is a selfless thing – you play to entertain people, but it’s also very selfish in that way. I appreciate when people give me compliments, but there’s a little bit of selfishness there because it’s kind of a thing that is just my own. I love music and all it’s forms. I appreciate all of it. I’ll be doing something at home, listening to music and stop whatever I’m doing to go over to my guitar and try and figure out what I just heard because I think it’s so cool. That happens all the time. It’s kind of like an addiction that is borderline inconvenient at times because things will pop in your head and you have to act upon them. There have been so many times where I’m just falling asleep and I’ve gotten out of bed to go back to the guitar to try and work something out; but I really like it. That’s a really common answer though: ‘musicians like music.’” He’s right. I don’t get any that say they hate it.

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area - almost three times the area of the average home in the U.S. Tom and Linn took the business over when Bud and Mary retired in 1999. Their son Dan and his wife Allison work in the family business as well. The store employs between 8 and 12 people, depending on the season. “There’s another Singleton’s generation coming along,” Linn joked. The huge black replica bull that beckoned on Route 4 now guards the entrance in Proctorsville. The aroma of smoked meats, the easy chatter between customers and employees, the

variety of products, produce, meats, clothing and rustic displays of antique firearms, the line waiting for sandwiches – will all seem very familiar to anyone who visited the Quechee store. Linn calls the more rustic items “Tom’s Accumulation.” “Some are for sale, and some are not,” she said. “Some are just for customers to look at.” And one does not have to drive to Proctorsville for anything but the ambiance – one can order from their website with certain caveats about seasonality and shipping.

For example, “Perishables will only ship Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday depending on where they are being shipped. We do not want our quality products sitting in a warehouse over the weekend.” Most of the on-line sales are for smoked meats, according to Linn, and some Singleton’s T-shirts and hats. “Online sales are a work in progress with room to grow,” she said. The sandwiches have names as original as their ingredients combinations: “Green Mountain Boy” (Buffalo

Chicken, Cheddar, Sour Cream, Lettuce, Salsa), “Nat’s Moonlight Hike” (Turkey, Cheddar, Lettuce, Mayo, Apple Slices), “Cheesy Swine” (Smoked Ham, Swiss, Brown Mustard), “Cuz’s Big Fattie” (Liverwurst, Swiss, Spicy Mustard, Lettuce, Onions, Banana Peppers, Pickles) and “The Biggie” (Roast Beef, Garlic Herb Mayo, Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato), to cite just a few. The future of the Quechee store is up in the air. “We’re not thinking about that right now,” Linn said. “We’re just focusing on our customers and the future.”

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Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival lifts off for 40th anniversary June 14-16—QUECHEE—The Quechee Hot Air Balloon Craft and Music Festival, the longest running hot air balloon festival in New England, will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2019 when thousands are expected to flock to central Vermont, June 14-16 (Father’s Day weekend). More than 20 balloonists headline the event with five flights slated throughout the weekend and additional tethered rides during the day. Attendees can visit with 70 craft vendors, indulge in a variety of fare from 16 food vendors and sit back and enjoy dozens of entertainers for all ages, over the three-day extravaganza. Children’s activities include Euro Bungee, Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course, Rock Climbing wall, bounce house and more. And a variety of festival favorites and new food offerings with local healthy options and a beer and wine garden are planned. “We’re proud to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Quechee Hot Air Balloon Festival which truly epitomizes what a community event stands for,” said P.J. Skehan, executive director of the Hartford Area Chamber, who hosts and manages the annual event. “Our sponsors, volunteers and the town come together and rally each year to make this a benchmark event. It truly epitomizes what we can

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achieve when our community comes together.” Festival goers have much to choose from for the threeday event. They can start their day at sunrise and watch morning balloon list offs while indulging in breakfast pizza and coffee, spend the day enjoying stellar entertainment or visiting the various artisans and food vendors. During evening liftoff they can grab dinner and sit hillside on the Quechee Green or consider waiting until dusk for the balloon-glow show. Headlining this year’s three day extravaganza of entertainers are The Brooks Hubbard Band (Friday), The Party Crashers (Saturday) and Tuck’s Rock Dojo (Sunday). “The Quechee Balloon Festival is a great boost to our economy and local businesses,” added Skehan. “We are giving the thousands of locals and visitors who support the event many reasons to come to the festival and celebrate 40 years with us. This really is just a fun time for everyone.” Hours for the Quechee Balloon Festival Hours are June 14-16: Friday, 3-10 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m. For more information, visit quecheeballoonfestival.com.

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Delicious baked good like strawberry rhubarb pies and Hildegard’s Cosmic Cookies can be found at the Killington Farmers’ Market.

Thursday, June 13, 3:30 p.m.—KILLINGTON—Previously held monthly, the Killington Farmers’ Market returns to Church of our Saviour this year with weekly markets beginning Thursday, June 13, 3:30-6:30 p.m. The markets runs through Oct. 3. Vendors include: Mission Farm Bakery, Scarlet Scents Herbal Creations, Vermont Fresh Pasta, Farm & Wilderness, Topknot Décor, Sugar Hill Berry Farm, Max Ellis Produce, Killington Lodge Coffee, Vermont Blueberry Water from Crystal Spring Farm, and Auntie M’s Critter Crunchies. This summer, weekly special events are scheduled during the markets to make the afternoons even more fun. Killington’s rec director, Cathy Foutch, will lead the first event with a children’s craft project, and on June 20, a group bike ride will start at Mission Farm at 4 p.m. Other scheduled events will include other children’s projects, outdoor yoga, Peter Huntoon group painting instruction, seed exchange, group hike and a blessing of the animals. Church of Our Saviour is located on Mission Farm Road, just off Route 4, on the flats in Killington.

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A large group of walkers gathers for a photo outside of RRMC, for the 100 Miles, 100 Days walking challenge.

Challenge: walk a mile a day for your health Friday, June 14, 5:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—Come Alive Outside is hosting a 100 Miles, 100 Days walking challenge, being held June 14-Sept. 21. The event kicks off Friday, June 14 at 5:30 p.m. with a mile walk on the Rutland Regional Medical Center walking loop. Mile a Day is a walking challenge that encourages individuals and teams from different worksites to establish and track healthy walking habits. This program is free and open to residents in Rutland and Addison counties. Registration is available at comealiveoutside. com. T-shirts are available at registration for $12, if paid by July 15. In 2018, 820 participants in Vermont logged a total of 53,874 miles, with 66 percent of participants having reported an increased physical activity rate. Walking can be an easy way to begin a lifestyle change towards better health! Rutland Regional Medical Center is located at 160 Allen St., Rutland.

Friday, June 14, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Rutland Meals Challenge is hosting its 5th annual Strike Out Hunger Benefit Bowl at the Rutland Bowlerama on Friday, June 14 at 7 p.m. Bowlers will receive two games, shoe rental and snacks for $15 per person and $10 for children 12 and under. Sponsored bowlers who collect $50 or more in donations for Rutland Meals Challenge can bowl for free and will be eligible to win additional prizes. Donation forms may be found at vtmealschallenge.wordpress.com. All bowlers are asked to register in advance by emailing vtmealschallenge@gmail.com. In the Red Pin Raffle, bowlers who get a spare or strike with a red pin in their frame will be entered for a chance to win one of 10 prizes

given out throughout the evening. There will also be prizes for the top youth and adult bowler, and the youth and adult with the most donations. Additionally, 50/50 raffle and basket raffle tickets will be sold. The Rutland Meals Challenge is an annual community food packaging event held every January at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Hundreds of volunteers assemble bulk ingredients into packaged meals that are donated to area food shelves and the Vermont Food Bank. All money raised at the bowling fundraiser will go towards the purchase of food and supplies for 2020 Rutland Meals Challenge. For more information visit vtmealschallenge. wordpress.com. Bowlerama is located at 158 South Main St. in Rutland.

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Sparkle Barn begins summer art lectures with Peter Lundberg Friday, June 14, 7 p.m.—WALLINGFORD—The Sparkle Barn is pleased to announce the first in a three-part series of summer art lectures. Artist Peter Lundberg will speak to his experience as a sculptor and share slides of his work on Friday, June 14 at 7 p.m. Lundberg talked about his artwork: “Art brings passion to any endeavor. When we take the time to make beautiful or thoughtful things, this activity resonates throughout our lives. As a 58-year-old sculptor, I cannot escape the things I have made, the children I have witnessed playing on my sculptures, nor the praise and blame for my work. The passion reaches both heights and lows. People love my work, people hate my work. Some don’t even see the work, but if they do, it usually garners a lively reaction, one way or the other. “I build sculptures around the globe and then return to my home in Vermont. I get to enjoy the making of the sculpture, but not living with them. I speak with many school children of all ages and often return to find them inspired to do great things. This is my greatest reward as an artist.” RSVP for this free community event at thesparklebarnshop.com. The Sparkle Barn is located at 1509 Route 7, Wallingford. Submitted

Artist Peter Lundberg’s most recent sculpture installation (right) is displayed in Vevring, Norway.

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Pawlet Library offers parent literacy programs Saturday, June 15, 10 a.m.—PAWLET—Library literacy coach Catherine Hunter presents four programs for parents, grandparents and child caregivers that will help them foster better reading skills for children ages 4-8. The free programs are scheduled on Saturdays, June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Pawlet Public Library. For over 30 years, Hunter has been a primary educator for kindergarten through second grade in both private and public schools. With a double master’s degree in early childhood education, her expertise is in the area of literacy. She has been an active literacy workshop presenter throughout New England. Topics for the sequential workshops are Facilitating Book Talks on June 15, Encouraging Growth Mindsets on June 22, Supporting Young Readers on June 29, and Helping Young Writers Grow on July 6. Participants will learn how to engage young readers in lively book talks, use books as a springboard for conversations, assess a child’s present reading level and choose books for optimal literacy growth, and assist emergent writers as they being to express their ideas in written form. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. Hunter is also available to offer additional workshops and one-on-one coaching for children and families. To schedule this free service, call the library at 802-325-3123. For more information, visit pawletpubliclibrary.wordpress.com. The library is located at 141 School Street, Pawlet.

Free youth sports day honors late umpire Robert E. Ammel Saturday, June 15, 4:30 p.m.—WHITE RIVER JUNCTION—The third annual Robert E. Ammel Youth Day (REA Youth Day) will take place on Saturday, June 15, 4:30-9 p.m. at Maxfield Sports Complex in White River Junction. In honor of the late Bob Ammel Jr., a beloved umpire and long-time supporter of youth sports, the REA Youth Day is a free event that offers skills and drills sessions led by the Lebanon Post 22 and Jeffery Holmes Post 84 baseball teams. There will be a fundraiser barbecue dinner, raffle, and off field activities for all kids including a bounce house, radar gun and dunk tank. Proceeds from this fundraising event will help support the Robert E. Ammel Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund a 501(c) 3. Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors in the Upper Valley on an annual basis. Youth 12 and under at any skill level are encouraged to register for the day’s on field events. Registration and details about the day’s events can be completed online at RobertEAmmel.org, by emailing BobAmmelSF@gmail.com, or by accessing the Robert E. Ammel Memorial Scholarship Facebook page. Maxfield Sports Complex is located at 120 Leslie Dr., White River Junction.

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Thursday, June 13, 1 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Micro Business Development Program at BROC Community Action is offering a free Exploring Self-Employment workshop, #BROCSHOP, on Thursday, June 13 from 1-4 p.m. The workshop will be held at 45 Union St., Rutland, and is for anyone who has ever wanted to make more money, turn a hobby into a business, wanted to be their own boss or already own a business and just need some guidance. All attendees will be entered into a door prize drawing. Pre-registration is appreciated. Call Annette at 802-665-1744 or email ahoyle@broc. org. Attendees can feel free to bring a snack and/or beverage. For more information, visit broc.org.

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Stellaria Trio presents ‘Pale Yellow,’ a program of piano trios Saturday, June 15, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON— Since its inception, and now in its sixth season, the Stellaria Trio has enthralled Brandon Music audiences with fine recitals of classical music. The Stellaria Trio returns once again to Brandon Music on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m. to present a compelling pairing of standard and contemporary repertoire. The ensemble, comprising violinist Letitia Quante, cellist John Dunlop, and pianist Claire Black, will perform a captivating program titled “Pale Yellow” featuring Haydn’s Piano Trio No. 45 in E-flat Major; Johannes Brahms’ Piano Trio No. 2 in C Major; and a movement from Jennifer Higdon’s Piano Trio, composed in 2003. Concert tickets are $20. A pre-concert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road, Brandon. Call 802-247-4295 or email info@brandon-music.net for reservations or for more information. This event is a part of Vermont Arts 2019 celebrating arts in Vermont.

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Gardener Cindy Lewis speaks on noteworthy Vermont gardens Thursday, June 13, 7 p.m.—ROCHESTER—The Rochester Public Library presents Noteworthy Gardens: Perennial Gardening with Cindy Lewis, Thursday, June 13 at 7 p.m. Lewis will speak about Hildene, among other beautiful garden locations. Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home in Manchester, is as well known for its extensive gardens as for the family of the president. Lewis was responsible for tending Hildene’s gardens for 15 years. Currently, gardener for a private estate on Lake Champlain, she brings a lifetime of experience with growing flowers in Vermont. Lewis will present “A Photographic Journal from

Vermont Gardens.” She has lived in seven towns and six counties in Vermont, working on the grounds of some of Vermont’s most historic landscapes and homes. Each place with its breathtaking beauty had its own challenges and has given her opportunities to learn and grow with the land. The presentation is a sampling of some of the grounds she has worked to restore and enhance. She has selected some of the many perennials that have proven to be hardy, healthy, and thrive in diverse conditions. Everyone is welcome to join this free presentation. Rochester Public Library is located at 22 S. Main St., Rochester.

Explore the inner beauty of birds with Audubon Society Tuesday, June 18, 6:30 p.m.—PITTSFORD—Most people know of, and appreciate the external beauty of the birds in local yards, ponds and in the air. However, there is another form of avian beauty most people are unaware of, because it is largely unseen. Birds are marvelous machines, with an anatomy and physiology that allows them to fly, frolic in cold weather, and sleep without falling off the branch. Come learn about this inner beauty with the Rutland County Audubon Society, Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Maclure Library on the corner of Route 7 and Arch Street in Pittsford. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, email contact@maclurelibrary.org and birding@rutlandcountyaudubon.org.

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Screening of English fly-fishing film at Paramount raises money for local trout conservation

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This brown trout is from a scene is “Chalk: Bedrock of Fly Fishing” that will screen at the Paramount Theatre, June 13.

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Thursday, June 13, 6 p.m.—RUTLAND—Join Southwestern Vermont Chapter of Trout Unlimited (TUSWVT) for a night in support of fisheries conservation. The nonprofit organization will host a screening of the must-see fly fishing film, “Chalk: Bedrock of Fly Fishing,” at the Paramount Theatre in Rutland on Thursday, June 13. Doors will open at 6 p.m., allowing moviegoers to mingle and taste some of the world’s best whiskey from sponsor WhistlePig Whiskey before the show begins at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $15 and can be purchased online at paramountvt.org, or on the day of the event. All proceeds from the event’s silent auction and sweepstakes will support the Moon Brook trout habitat restoration project. TUSWVT is currently working with the city of Rutland on a plan to restore Moon Brook and Mussey Brook, tributaries of Otter Creek, that flow through the municipality. If restored, these tributaries can improve fishing on Otter Creek and have the potential to become excellent urban fisheries and educational resources for Rutland-area residents. The design plan includes the establishment of vegetated buffers, planting of canopy shade trees, planting of shrubs and bushes, dredging silt from the ponds, lowering water levels by two feet at both ponds, and dam modifications. The Southwestern Vermont Chapter of Trout Unlimited would like to thank its co-sponsors of the film screening: All Saints Anglican Church of Rutland (ASAC), Whistlepig Whiskey, and Orvis for collaborating on what is sure to be a fundraiser to remember. ASAC has been an instrumental partner in the Moon Brook restoration project and the planning of the Chalk event. Whistlepig has generously set up a special silent auction of a bottle of its six core whiskies, from the Boss Hog V to its new 6-Year Piggyback Rye (as well as other goodies). Local icon Orvis has donated a new Helios 3 rod for the fundraiser’s online sweepstakes, which is currently open for bidding. Come to the Paramount on June 13 to talk fishing, conservation and place a bid for a good cause. To bid on the Orvis rod, visit tusouthwesternvermont.rallyup.com/h3rod.

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Thursday, June 13, 7 p.m.—FAIR HAVEN—The Fair Haven Concert 2019 Summer Series starts Thursday, June 13 at 7 p.m. in the park. The concert series has 10 weeks of great entertainment planned on Thursday nights, except July 4. The series has invited the Starline Rhythm Boys (SRB) back to get the concerts off to a “honky tonking” start. SRB consists of three professional musicians, with combined experience of over 100 years, and is always a crowd favorite. They are a full time Tennessee trio, consisting of Danny Coane (Little Danny C) on acoustic rhythm guitar; Big Al Lemery on electric lead guitar; and Billy (Slappin’ Billy B) Bratcher on acoustic upright slap bass, in the style of Elvis, Cash and Perkin. They perform vintage country, honky-tonk and rockabilly music with very

strong country harmony duet vocals. The band’s repertoire consists of many superb originals, mainly written by Bratcher, as well as great covers of both classic and obscure numbers. The concert series once again has four free ice cream cone nights scheduled. Stewart’s Shop will be serving up free cones at this concert. In addition, hot dogs, popcorn, and sodas will be available. The concert committee will have t-shirts on sale as well. Intermissions each week are highlighted by the drawings for door prizes generously donated by local businesses. The concerts go on rain or shine. Rain location is the Congregational Church at the north end of the park. To confirm, call 802-265-3030 ext. 301 after 4 p.m. on the day of the concert.

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ArtisTree Gallery hosts a unique exhibit exploring the various effects of dementia on artists Friday, June 14, 5:30 p.m.—SO. POMFRET—Three artists, three styles of art, and three different forms of dementia will be the subjects of the gallery exhibit “TRIO: Exploring Dementia” at the ArtisTree Gallery from June 14-July 6. Featuring the works of local artists Betsy Goldsborough (1929-2018), Brenda Phillips (1956-2018), and Margaret McCracken (1952-2019), “TRIO: Exploring Dementia” is an exhibit which follows the arc of how this disease influenced their work. The exhibit will open with a reception on Friday, June 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Along with the artwork, representatives and educational materials will be onsite from the Vermont Chapter of The Alzheimer’s Association, The Thompson Center, The Scotland House, and The Ottauquechee Health Foundation, as the aim is to bring a deeper understanding of the subject, provide resources available and create a conversation that continues after the show is complete. The work of these three artists, each of whom was diagnosed with a different form of dementia, follows the artistic transformations that accompanied their disease progression, providing a window into each artist’s unique experience. In addition to the art exhibit, ArtisTree is hosting two films in the Grange Theater. On Saturday, June 15 at 4 p.m., “I Remember Better when I Paint” explores how people suffering from Alzheimer’s can be positively influenced by art and the creative process. The film will be followed by a Q&A session with representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association. The gallery will also be available for viewing. The following week, catch “Of Mind and Music,” a powerful feature film which explores dementia through the music of New Orleans’ French Quarter. Both films offer great opportunities to dive deeper into themes of creativity and dementia. Having been in the works for months, ArtisTree Gallery Director Adrian Tans feels fortunate to have connected with three families willing to work with the gallery to bring this show together. “It’s difficult for any

caregiver to find the resources to put extra energies toward projects outside of the daily duties that come with caring for someone with dementia. And after a loved one has passed, that grief is a long journey itself. We’re very grateful to the families who came together to make this exhibit possible.” The gallery is open for viewing Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. ArtisTree Gallery is located at 2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret. For more information, visit artistreevt.org.

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High-speed race, IDF World Cup, returns to East Mountain Road in Killington June 14-16—KILLINGTON—The IDF World Cup tour There will be a free spectator shuttle from the Skyeship Winning strategy requires a tight aerodynamic tuck, returns to Killington for an exciting, high-speed showdown, lot at the bottom of East Mountain Road (on Route 4) to the precise cornering control, strategic drafting and passing, June 14-16. Returning to East Mountain Road, the Killingspectator zone where there will be music, announcing, as willingness to hold tuck as long and late as possible while ton IDF World Cup retains its rightful status as the fastest well as food and drinks for sale. Bring a folding chair, kick entering the major left hairpin, and high-speed powersliddownhill racetrack for skateboard and luge racers. Joining back and enjoy the action. ing ability to stomp on the brakes and stay out of the bales. racers from throughout North America, this year’s rider list The Killington IDF World Cup track is a figurative douSpectators enjoy a prime view of the action, with an ideal includes registrants from Spain, France, Philipperspective of the “Super Straight” into Tetanus pines, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland and corner, as well as “Bridge Left,” an especially THE KILLINGTON IDF WORLD CUP TRACK IS A Germany. hazardous edge-of-traction corner through rough FIGURATIVE DOUBLE-BLACK DIAMOND, REQUIRING Originating in 2014 as Downhill Throwpavement. down, founder Dean Events passed the torch in NOTE: The race will affect East Mountain Road EXTREME SPEEDS EXCEEDING 70 MPH ON 2017 to Emgee Events, rebranding the event as traffic. Traffic exiting an address within the span Killington IDF World Cup and focusing on high of the race course should approach East Mountain SKATEBOARD AND 80 MPH ON LUGE. value, safety, runs per day and spectator enjoyRoad, but do not proceed until authorized. Please ment. 2019’s iteration will be no different, and all spectators ble-black diamond, requiring extreme speeds exceeding 70 park at least 20 feet from the junction. This is extremely are welcome free of charge. mph on skateboard and 80 mph on luge for the fastest racimportant for the safety of the riders. There will be event staff • Friday, June 14 is an IDF practice day, an all-day ers. While this would already challenge any speed demon, wearing bright orange with two-way radios at all major freeride. heavily-weathered pavement adds substantial hazards and corners and road inlets/outlets. Speak with a corner marshal • Saturday, June 15 will see morning and afternoon a white-knuckle racing experience. Aside from the hairpin and ask them when it is okay to proceed. They will indicate freeride sessions, and IDF timed qualifying trials. Tetanus Corner, racers never dip below 50 mph after the when the current round has ended, at which point vehicles Darkside Snowboard on Killington Road will host a initial push. Corner marshals line the track, manning twowill be allowed access before re-closing the course. If event party Saturday night, with a mini ramp jam, music way radios while managing resident access, safety flags staff is not available or an issue arrises, please call 978-870and a cookout. and repairing over 1,000 impact-protection hay bales with 0421. • Sunday, June 16 is race day. hands, leaf blowers and push brooms. For more information visit caltopo.com/m/RABD.

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When does life begin?

By Cal Garrison a.k.a. Mother of the Skye

This week’s horoscopes are coming out under the light of a late Virgo Moon, a moon that will turn Void-of-Course in that sign and remain in that mode until it moves into Libra at 8:29 p.m. on Monday night. The big astrological “hoodoo” right now centers around the upcoming opposition from Mars Celestial to transiting Pluto and Saturn; Inspiration most of the astrologers who make By Cal Garrison it their business to talk about these things are focused on that transit. This time around, those aspects will be active between June 15 and June 20, right up until the Summer Solstice. While for sure, this is no small thing, Mars is a relatively fast moving planet. With a cycle that spins it once around the zodiac every two years, it formed the same aspect to Pluto for a few days back in July 2017, and it opposed Saturn for a few days in late May of the same year. What makes it a big deal this time is less about Mars and more about the long term conjunction of Saturn and Pluto. If I were to put this transit in a nutshell I would say that it is a reality check that gives all of us an opportunity to see what our personalities and our egos are after, on the same page with what our higher selves need us to be aiming for at this moment in time. The opposition indicates that our egos are acting like babies at a time when the deeper part of who we are needs to snap out of it, deal with the truth whether we like it or not, and grow up. Whether we can get that to happen, personally and collectively, is open to question right now. Mars happens to be weak in Cancer. Pluto and Saturn are strong in Capricorn so they have the upper hand. The problem with Mars when he’s in a weakened state is that he tends to dramatize things with a lot of tantrums, and fireworks, and false flag responses that waste our precious time and distract us from what matters. Who knows how Pluto and Saturn will respond to it? Let’s hope that they are strong enough to get Mars to put on his big-boy pants and grow up. Speaking of growing up: All of this reminded me of a conversation between a couple of Millennials that I happened to overhear a few days ago; one of them was pro life and the other was pro choice. They were arguing about “When does life really begin?” The pro-choice advocate insisted that a human being isn’t really alive until they take their first breath, and the pro-life person argued that life begins at the moment of conception. Listening to them, I had one of those moments where I was so glad to be older and wiser. I was just as aware that little knowledge is a dangerous thing and that it is foolhardy to argue about things that we know nothing about. I say this because there is a branch of astrology that very few astrologers are familiar with. Known as pre-natal astrology, it is a system that breaks the cycle of human life into 49 epochs. Thirty-two of those epochs are postnatal; 16 of them are prenatal; the 17th chart is the birth chart. The charts that are erected prior to birth outline the process and the lessons that attend the soul’s materialization, or the soul’s descent into matter. They chronicle the contracts that each of us sign with God, and with our higher selves prior to conception, and during the period of gestation. All of this begs us to realize that the birth process is not a purely biological thing; neither is it random or arbitrary. The business of incarnating on the Earth plane involves a complex series of choices and decisions, or agreements that allow the human soul to bridge the gap between the karma Mother, page 33

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ou are torn between needing to keep it together and wishing you could vanish into thin air. How you decide to approach things is your business. In some cases, the desire to drop everything needs to be overridden with enough common sense to keep on keeping on until it’s 100 percent safe to light the fuse and let things explode. Those of you who worry about maintaining appearances are sure to be having a tougher time than those of you who are fed up with pretense. With a whiff of a need to hang in there, be wary of beating dead horses when there’s no need to keep toeing the line.

Leo

oo many things are eating away at your sense of certainty for you to be sure how you feel. The brunt of it seems to be coming from circumstantial interference and the rest of it is coming from other people and their choices. How those things affect you will depend upon what you’re willing to accept. This is one of those times when you could even start smoking, the stress is so unusual. Words of comfort won’t match the level of intensity that’s swirling in and out of this situation. For now, surrender to the drama and do your best to stay centered in the eye of the storm.

Taurus

April 21 - May 20

his could be the biggest milestone of your life. As you contemplate what it might feel like to step over the line, fears of how this will upset the applecart are equal to your desire to be who you are. Part of you wants a guarantee, or some sense of certainty that everyone involved will be OK with this. I hate to clue you in but there’s no certainty on this planet - and the lesson seems to be about figuring out that love is the response we get when we are true to ourselves. You might as well follow your heart and let others figure out how to get big enough to take this leap with you.

Gemini

May 21 - June 20

t may be too late but it would be good if you could reflect on what you’ve done and see that you were in error. This is no time to be stubborn; if you need to make amends, do so. Sometimes we allow our issues to win out over the truth. All of us fall prey to this. Getting conscious enough to do the right thing even when it’s the last thing we want to do is one of the most difficult parts of being human. Once you get over the need to save face, you will find out that the truth really does set us free – and your honesty will save this relationship and eliminate tons of hassles down the road apiece.

Cancer

June 21 - July 20

ou’ve reached the point where the desire to find what you’re looking for has hit some kind of wall. Some of you are beginning to realize that whatever it is, isn’t “out there.” For those of you who think you’ve found it, it comes down to wondering if you are fooling yourself. Whenever we reach this kind of impasse, we are closer to the heart of the matter. In the act of questioning all of it we get to refine our search. So much of who you really are has yet to be reconciled. It might help to let the past roll in and show you the extent to which it still runs everything you do.

July 21 - August 20

Sagittarius

t’s so clear that something has to change because you’re feeling restless and you need to review where you’re at in order to keep growing. That’s all it comes down to right now. The past 2 years have taught you so much about what life is for. The things that have kept you going no longer seem relevant. In your conversations with others you keep getting lit up by the idea that nothing was meant to last forever. Recent experiences have shown you that there’s got to be more to life than this. You are right on the money. Keep searching. In no time at all you will be on to the next thing.

Virgo

August 21 - September 20

ou’re having trouble with someone who can’t deal with you honestly. This has been ongoing and it’s driving you nuts. I don’t know why you need this but you might want to look at what it’s meant to teach you. Instead of trying to work around their inability to be straight with you, stop feeding into it. It could be that you’ve outgrown them; yes sometimes we outgrow people. When was the last time the two of you saw eye-to-eye? If they keep it up, check in with yourself and consider the virtues of moving on because this situation is sucking up too much of your energy.

Capricorn

October 21 - November 20

our concern for others is keeping many of you up at night. In addition to the way it makes you wonder how all of this is going to turn out, it’s bringing up a ton of unresolved issues from the past. Little did you know you had this much going on at the subconscious level. Working your way through it is where it’s at right now. For at least three more months you will be dealing with ordinary, outer concerns and walking a more spiritual path at the same time. Huge shifts and changes will be birthed in the realm where your Higher Self is the one who decides which way to turn.

Aquarius

January 21 - February 20

ou have it made on a lot of levels - so much so that, the last thing one would expect is that you would ever want to change even one bit of it. As nuts as it sounds, you’re actually thinking about moving on - not because there’s anything “wrong” with this picture, but because something new is brewing. Whatever that looks like, it would be premature to do anything drastic. Soon enough, you’ll have a chance to decide if you want to stick with showcase No. 1 or go for what’s behind the curtain. We get it and lose it in cycles: yes, my dear, this is a huge turnaround.

Scorpio

ou are sitting on the fine line between the past and the future, wondering what to do. Certain things have run their course. Not knowing how to approach what happens next, part of you is nervous and maybe a little afraid. Having been on the treadmill far too long, the idea that there are infinite possibilities escapes you. Reviewing your options you come up with nothing. What’s happening on the deeper levels is what matters right now. If you go pearl diving, soon enough you will reclaim yourself, blow the dust off your blues, and be free to get off to a whole new start.

December 21 - January 20

ou aren’t entirely sure about anything these days. The last few years have brought so much change it would be good if you could get up to speed on where you’re really at with yourself. A big part of you thinks it has to “go on with the show” at a time when you’d just as soon fall apart. Your sense of responsibility to either your standards or the past, could be getting in the way. Take a look around; you’re not in Kansas anymore. Get real enough to see that a raft of other things have come along to show you that the same old m.o. is totally irrelevant to who you are now.

Libra

September 21 - October 20

November 21 - December 20

Pisces

February 21 - March 2

ou can’t get too worked up about things when they’re this intense. For the next few weeks I see you sorting wildcats out by hand, one way or another. Recent epiphanies have shown you that it might work out better if you can find a way to trust someone else to handle it. As you do what it takes to untangle a mess that is over the top, you see that there is more to you and your goals than you’ve ever been given credit for. This has something to do with the fact that your true purpose is awakening. Stay the course. Rolling with the punches is crucial to your success right now.

Mother of the Skye 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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Yet another exotic pest

by Joe Rankin Have you seen a spotted lanternfly? If you live in ing molds and fungi, said Rosovsky. Lanternflies also New England, and answered “no,” that’s good. But excrete massive amounts of sticky honeydew. Since we’ll have to check back with you next year. they tend to congregate in huge numbers, the result is The lanternfly is one of the latest foreign invaless than appetizing. sive insect pests to become established in North “[The lanternfly] can get into an environment and America. And just wreak havoc,” said Stephen Lavallee, the state it isn’t a picky plant health director for Vermont and New Hampeater. Dozens shire for the federal Animal and Plant Health Inspecof crops and tion Service (APHIS). The honeydew can coat entire native trees are surfaces. “It’s got that added ‘yuck’ factor to it. It just go-to foods for kind of makes it difficult to be out in your backyard at this destructive times.” bug. In other words, this inch-long, half inch-wide inWhile it apsect can really take the fun out of a barbecue and cost parently hasn’t you a fortune at the car wash. made it to this While the lanternfly can fly and jump, that’s not region yet, it is entrenched farther south. Entomolothe primary way it expands its range. Stowing away gists are watching nervously. “For landowners and is. Adults hop into anything, and lay yellow-brown orchards they’re a nightmare ... a total menace to masses of 30 to 50 eggs on virtually any smooth sursociety,” said Judy Rosovsky, the Vermont state entoface — cars, trucks, planes, ships, rail cars. “They are mologist. really good hitchhikers,” said Rosovsky. The lanternfly, Lycorma delicatula, was found APHIS and state plant inspection agencies, espein 2014 in Berks County, Pennsylvania, northwest cially in Pennsylvania, are investing a lot in outreach of Philadelphia. Berks and 13 other Pennsylvania and education. While some invasive insect pests are counties are now under quarantine, as are three in hard for people to identify with any accuracy, the New Jersey. And it has been found in New York and lanternfly is so distinctive that people get it right 99 Virginia. percent of the time, Lavallee said. Despite its name, the lanternfly isn’t a fly. It’s a planthopper. It flies poorly, but jumps DESPITE ITS NAME, THE LANTERNFLY well. It attacks some 70 types of crops and ISN’T A FLY. IT’S A PLANTHOPPER. trees in North America. It really likes stone fruits – peaches, plums, cherries. It likes hops IT FLIES POORLY, BUT JUMPS WELL. and grapes. And hardwood trees like maple, oak, poplar, walnut, birch, and willow. Its preferred host, the tree of heaven, Alianthus altissima, is “It’s a unique-looking insect,” he said. “That kind of itself an invasive species from Asia now naturalized in works in our favor a little bit.” At the next-to-last stage the U.S. in its life cycle it is bright red and black with white Unlike some other imported pests, the lanternfly spots. The colors and its elongated head make it look doesn’t kill trees directly. It just sort of beats them like a miniature version of something you’d meet in down. “They have piercing, sucking mouthparts. an alien bar on a remote, battered planet in a galaxy They stick them in the plant and suck its sap,” causing far, far away. Adults sport grayish wings draped tentweeping wounds that serve as portals for debilitatlike over the body, with the red hindwings underneath

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With temperatures in the 40s, two epic games Monday ended in bad ways for the losing teams. Chinese Gourmet vs. FCFSMBC The first game, Chinese Gourmet battled First Chair First Stop Moshers Base Camp. C.G. put two runners on in the top of the first with one out, but stranded them after Geoff Bloomer suffered a “Cold Milk K.” FCFSMBC then scored four runs but stranded the bases loaded after Sam “Okemo’s Own” Budusky grounded out. Jaxon Smith scored in the second and then the C.G. held FCFSMBC scoreless to keep it 4-1. The third saw C.G. take their first lead, 5-4 and in the fourth, Dom “Little Dolph” Battista, made it 6-4. They added another “CMK,” this time by John Gatto. FCFSMBC cooled off drastically until they managed one run in the fourth to be down one again, 6-5. C.G. got a lead off double by Jacob Lorman in the sixth but nothing happened after that except another “CMK” by Gatto. The C.G. put two on in the seventh but failed to get them home. FCFSMBC started the bottom of the seventh with their first two batters out so the C.G. was one out from victory. Kyle “Famous” Amos got famous with his at-bat. He said to his team jokingly, “Two outs? No problem, I’m coming home.” He made that a reality to tie the game but it was with an unfortunate assist from the C.G’s Dalton Hotchkiss. Amos hit a ball that rolled under the fence for a ground rule double but Hotchkiss grabbed the ball without signaling that it went under so it’s a live ball. Amos ran to third and the throw went out of play so he was awarded home to send the game to extra innings. Smith Donelan led off the eighth with a “CMK.” The C.G. put two on with two outs but failed to produce any runs. Wyatt Mosher led off the bottom with the game’s first “Cold Beer K” but Collin “Hungry Like The” Wolf hit a single. Big hitter Mike “Bouff” Bouffard came up but popped out to the pitcher so the C.G. was one out from sending it to the ninth. Max “Down Under” Rowe walked so FCFSMBC had two on with two out for Chris Major. He singled which would’ve loaded the bases but another unfortunate overthrow occurred and both runners were awarded home for the 8-6 win. McGrath’s Sushi vs. Karrtel The next game was close until the teams hit the field. McGrath’s Sushi was looking for their first win and standing in the way was the Karrtel. It was more like they got out of the way because M.S. crushed them 18-6. The good luck charm for M.S. was bringing E.J. Cully out of retirement to play first. Cully had not appeared in a game since 2013. He didn’t do Softball, page 38

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Social Security: The elephant in the room For most Americans, Social Security has represented nothing more than some unavoidable payroll deduction with the positively cryptic initials of “FICA” and “OASDI” (Federal Insurance Contributions Act and Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance). It hinted at a future that seemed both intangible and faraway. Yet, a new generation has begun drawing on the promise that was made with those payments. As the wave of Baby Boomers enters retirement, questions and concerns abound. Is Social Security financially healthy? How much will my income benefit be? How do I maximize benefits for me and my spouse? When should I begin taking Social Security? Questions & elephants Answering these questions may help you derive the most from your Social Security benefit, and potentially enhance your finanMoney cial security in retirement. Before you can answer these quesMatters tions, you have to acknowledge the elephant in the room. By Kevin Theissen The Social Security system has undergone periodic scares over the years that have inevitably led many people to wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed. Reasonable concern Social Security was created in 1935 during President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s first term. It was designed to provide income to older Americans who had little to no means of support. The country was mired in an economic downturn and the need for such support was acute. Since its creation, there have been three basic developments that have led to the financial challenges Social Security faces today. The number of workers paying into the system (which supports current benefit payments) has fallen from over eight workers for every retiree in 1955, to 2.8 workers in 2016. That ratio is expected to fall to 2.2 by 2035. A program that began as a dedicated retirement benefit later morphed into an income support for disabled workers and surviving family members. These added obligations were not always matched with the necessary payroll deduction levels to financially support them. Retirees are living longer. As might be expected, the march of medical technology and our understanding of healthy behaviors have led to a longer retirement span, potentially placing a greater strain on resources. Beginning in 2010, Social Security tax and other non-interest income no longer fully covered the program’s cost. According to the Social Security Trustees 2017 annual report, this pattern is expected to continue for the next 75 years; the report projects that the trust fund may be exhausted by 2034, absent any changes. Should that happen, it is estimated that current deductions may only be able to pay about 75 percent of promised income benefits. Social Security’s financial crisis is real, but the prospect of its failure seems remote. Money Matters, page 33

Extended bus service supports commuters to Killington and Rutland Community entities to raise over $50,000 for extended summer and fall bus service The Killington Pico Area Associafive years as summer and fall events tion announced Tuesday, June 11, that became more plentiful and popular. extended operations of the Rutland After Ken Putnam, executive director of Killington Commuter bus began on The Bus secured funding from VTrans Monday, June 10, as the result a coland the town of Killington voted to laboration between the Killington contribute $5,500, Coppinger began business community, the town of Kilreaching to area businesses to raise lington, Killington Resort and Marble the remaining funds, speaking to over Valley Regional Transit. 40 businesses in the greater Killington The business community, led by Killington “PEOPLE HAVE BEEN VERY Select Board member Jim COOPERATIVE ABOUT SUPPORTING Haff, took initiative to find a solution to the limited THIS INITIATIVE. EVEN IF summer transportation. THEY DON’T HAVE EMPLOYEES As the summer economy has grown, so has the THEMSELVES THAT USE THE BUS,” opportunity for gainful employment. Where once STATED COPPINGER. there was very little need for The Bus to run past 6 p.m. in the summer and fall, now region. employees and visitors will be utilizing “People have been very cooperative this service until as late as 11 p.m. about supporting this initiative. Even “Businesses took ownership and if they don’t have employees themstepped to the plate with funds to help selves that use The Bus, they recognize support the additional and didn’t just the value for continued growth to the look to the town or resort to solve the area,” stated Coppinger. The business problem,” said Michael Coppinger, community has not completely met executive director of the Killington Pico its goal yet, and Coppinger continues Area Association. “This endeavor is an to connect with people to complete excellent example of what we refer to as the last portion of funding. He said, out three-legged stool approach. Helphowever, “I am extremely confident ing to be the conduit for which these that the business community will meet entities can come together to solve its funding goal.” challenges is the most important part The new schedule for evening bus of our mission.” hours between Killington and Rutland Extended bus service in Killington is yet to be released but will be coming has been a growing issue over the last soon.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS 1. Mathematical term (abbr.) 4. Seaport (abbr.) 7. “Unforgettable” singer 10. The GOAT 11. Used to harvest agave cactus 12. Luke’s mentor __-Wan 13. Muses 15. IBM operating system 16. Hungarian village 19. Popular conversation topic 21. N. Atlantic island 23. Fail to discern correctly 24. The President has one 25. Irish Gaelic language 26. Gasteyer and Ivanovic are two 27. Garnished 30. National capital 34. Basics 35. Initial public offering 36. Winged horse 41. English synthpop duo 45. Mars crater 46. A lot 47. Small organelles 50. By reason of 54. “Growing Pains” actor Kirk 55. Free from contamination 56. Genus in the mahogany family 57. Body part 59. A belief in a supreme being 60. Talk a lot 61. Actors’ group 62. Unit of measurement 63. Slick 64. No seats available

SUDOKU

65. A way to change color CLUES DOWN 1. Belongs to the daughter of Chaos 2. Wardrobe 3. Derek and Jeff are two 4. Disfigured 5. Hawaiian dish 6. What a hack drives 7. Horse gear 8. Do away with 9. Narrow straits between Sinai and Arabian peninsulas 13. Corrie 14. Hawaiian flower necklace 17. Midway between northeast and east 18. Insecticide 20. Comfort 22. Town in Galilee 27. Informal greeting 28. Relative biological effectiveness (abbr.) 29. Used to check the heart 31. Western India island 32. Credit card term 33. Female deer 37. British football team 38. Persian jurisdiction 39. Freshwater mussel genus 40. Opposite of happiness 41. Ban on trade 42. Bitterly regrets 43. Assented 44. Well-proportioned

47. Part of (abbr.) 48. Indigenous people of Thailand 49. A man of your stature (abbr.) 51. Advantageous 52. Female sibling

53. Electronic countermeasures 58. Swiss river

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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.

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By Dom Cioffi

Toughing it out

My wife sent me to the store this weekend to grab a corner). He arrived within minutes. We explained few ingredients for something she was baking. I never what happened and then helped her into his truck. He mind these errands because what I get to eat later is thanked us profusely as did she. Just before they left, always worth the effort. the woman reached out and grabbed the hand of the When I arrived at the plaza where the grocery store young man and thanked him. She was well aware that is located, I noticed a young man sitting next to a he was the first one to rush to her aid. fountain nearby. I didn’t think After they headed out, I turned to leave and much of him until I got a little glanced back at the kid. He looked at me and waved closer, at which point I noticed and I waved back. This time our greeting was much several face tattoos adorning his more brotherly. As I drove out, I noticed him sprawled visage. back out on the park bench looking exactly as he was Personally, I’m not a fan of tattoos. I can appreciate the artistry and the commemoraThe Movie tive nature of them, but for me, it’s never been something I’ve Diary seriously considered. However, By Dom Cioffi when you put one on your face, I have to consider your intellect. To me, nothing screams “bad decision” more than a face tattoo. I see kids with face tattoos and always think, “And what happens when you’re 30 years old and decide you want a career in something other than rap music?” Anyway, this 20-something kid was chilling in this little sitting area, looking a bit out of place and a tad menacing. Dressed in all black, he was spread across the park bench like he owned the place. As I approached and walked past, he nodded at me with one of those “I’m a badass” nods. I nodded as well and went into the store. I remember thinking to myself, “Way to go, idiot. You’ll be sitting on park benches for the rest of your life with the teardrop tattoo and tough guy demeanor.” Once in the store, I gathered up the few items I needed and headed to the register. After I purchased everything, I headed back to my truck to go home. However, as I was walking out the store doors, I saw the aforementioned young man jump up and dart across the parking lot. He didn’t go far before he stopped and crouched down, obviously attending to something. The commotion was occurring right near my truck so as I got closer, I couldn’t help but notice GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONS TERS that he was helping an elderly woman. At that point, I redirected myself in their direction. It didn’t take long to figure out that the woman before. had fallen and hurt herself. She was scraped up and I thought about him for a while afterwards, wonbleeding and in obvious pain. When I arrived, the dering what would become of his life; wondering if young man looked up at me with a concerned look he would grow out of the exterior ego and tap into the and said, “She went down hard. She may have really inner compassion that I got a quick glimpse or. hurt herself.” This week’s film, “Godzilla: King of the Monsters,” I’ve been a coach for years so I’ve experienced my didn’t have much compassion. Quite the contrary, it fair share of injuries. Most of the time, the kids walk was all about aggression. them off. But this was no The only thing the monsterkid and I could tell within a loving world could hope for AS I APPROACHED AND short time that she wouldn’t more than Godzilla v All the be walking this off anytime Classic Monsters (which is WALKED PAST, HE NODDED soon. what this film was), would be AT ME WITH ONE OF THOSE I was about to suggest Godzilla v King Kong (and that an ambulance because the may be what’s coming next). “I’M A BADASS” NODS. woman seemed dazed, but This incarnation was fun to after a minute or two she watch during the epic CGI began to relax and asked us to help her to the bench. moments, but outside of that, it lacked any cohesive The young man and I gently held her up as she limped storytelling that would have made it a more viable to the bench nearby. experience. It was interesting because as all this was happenCheck this one out if you’re a fan of the genre, just ing, the young man who I previously had considered don’t go in expecting a great film. In fact, it’s been such a tough guy, seemed a bit flustered. He was years since there was a really good monster picture. genuinely upset about her pain and concerned that Let’s hold out hope that Godzilla v Kong fixes that. she was going to be ok. A monstrous “C+” for “Godzilla: King of the Monsters. I could sense his nervousness as I helped her call Got a question or comment for Dom? You can email her husband (who thankfully lived just around the him at moviediary@att.net.

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TOS:

Lanternfly poses a new threat

continued from page 29 giving it a kind of glow, hence, lanternfly. There are still a lot of questions about the lanternfly. One big one is how much cold it can stand. While initial projections are that it is “cold intolerant,” there’s no definitive consensus on that. Rosovsky said she compared minimum temperatures in Berks County the year the lanternfly was believed to have arrived in Pennsylvania and found that they were pretty close to the minimum in Bennington, Vermont. There is also unpublished research that “suggests that they could be quite cold tolerant,” she added. If that’s true, southern Vermont counties could be vulnerable.

KEEP A SHARP EYE OUT FOR A BUG THAT LOOKS LIKE IT’S HOLDING A RED FLASHLIGHT UNDER A BLANKET. Another question: how dependent is it on tree of heaven, a stinky, suckering tree native to China, to complete its life cycle? If even one of its instars, or life stages, depends on compounds it gets from the tree, then going after the host might be one way to get rid of the pest. Rosovsky said there isn’t much tree of heaven in Vermont, but when New Hampshire officials surveyed for it they found more than they anticipated. Meanwhile, education helps curb its spread. Pesticides do kill the bugs, and sticky traps have been used. Manually removing and disposing of egg masses is recommended. In the end it might come down to finding a predator. A wasp that parasitizes lanternfly eggs in China is one candidate. But research on biological controls takes time. A study published recently in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that two native fungi killed lanternflies in Pennsylvania, leading to a localized collapse of populations. Researchers say it’s too early to tell how the fungi will affect the lanternfly long term. Meanwhile, keep a sharp eye out for a bug that looks like it’s holding a red flashlight under a blanket. Joe Rankin writes on forestry, nature and sustainability. He lives in Maine. 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 the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation (wellborn@nhcf.org).

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ARIES Aries is a 2-year-old, 60-pound mastiff mix. Aries’ last home kept him chained outside all of the time and his wish is to have someone to love! Aries is a very active boy that will excel at obedience school as he loves food and already knows Sit! Aries is good with very playful dogs and enjoys going for walks. If you can fulfill his wish please stop by Wednesday through Saturday.

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SOPHIA I’m Sophia and I’m a 2-year-old spayed female. A nice lady found me outdoors all on my own. She took really good care of me and got me checked out. It was a good thing, too, because I tested positive for Immunodeficiency Virus, and there are requirements that will be needed in my new home. I will have to be an indooronly cat and should be an only cat, too. I could live with another FIV-positive cat. It takes time for me to let my guard down around strangers.

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HAZEL 3-year-old. Spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Brown and gray tiger with white.Everyone here thinks I am very cute and sweet.

CLEO - 3-year-old. Spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Black. I am a sweet lady who has a lot of love ready for my next journey.

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SHEEBA - 11-year-old. Spayed female. Domestic Short Hair. Black. Vashti and I might be a bit older than the most of the cats in here but that means we are that much wiser!

SKITTLES - 10-year-old. Neutered male. Domestic Short Hair. Black and white. I know that Cookies and I will find our home together and enjoy watching birds from a window!

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Veto:

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Gov. Scott chooses mental healt services, gun waiting period over gun waiting period

continued from page 6 “I don’t think the governor is going to get back the well-wishes of the NRA over this one,” Sears said Monday evening, referring the gun rights supporters who protested Scott’s signing of firearms restrictions in April 2018. “I don’t think they’ll jump up and down given what he signed last year.” Bill Moore, the firearm policy analyst for the Vermont Traditions Coalitions, who opposed the waiting period in the Legislature said Monday

gunshot wound in December. the bill was too expansive because it failed to set any The Blacks said they were “deeply disappointed” limits on when an abortion can be carried out or add by the governor’s veto in a statement sent to the extra regulations for teenagers. media Monday evening. “We all now understand that “From my take on it, it doesn’t have as many suicide is most often an impulsive act, including the bumpers as I would have liked to see on the bill,” Governor,” the statement added. “He was provided McCoy said, adding that many in the Republican with the same information that both the House and Party would be disappointed. Senate were provided with. They created a thoughtful “I think we have a lot of individuals who are pro compromise. It is disappointing he went political.” life in the Republican Party so I’m sure it will be The Blacks also upsetting for some, others would have liked him to said they were pass without signing, but once again we are not the “I AM UPSET,” SAID CLAI LASHER-SOMMERS, EXECUTIVE grateful for the governor,” she added. “We voiced our concerns when support the measure we had the bill on the floor.” DIRECTOR OF GUNSENSE VERMONT. “I FEEL LIKE HE received in the The Vermont Right to Life Committee, a leading DID NOT LISTEN TO, OR LOOK AT, THE DATA CLEARLY. Legislature. anti-abortion group, released a statement Monday “While we know expressing it’s frustration with the governor. THERE IS NO WAY THAT WE WILL STOP.” this bill would not “By putting his signature on H. 57, Gov. Phil save everyone, by Scott endorses unlimited, unregulated abortion evening he agreed with Scott that the waiting period disrupting access to the most lethal method, it would throughout all nine months of pregnancy,” said wasn’t good policy. have saved some,” the couple’s statement added. Mary Beerworth, the group’s executive director. “His “We agree that it’s ineffective … [in addressing] “This bill would have saved our son, it could have signature signals his preference for protecting the the questions regarding suicide regarding access to saved yours.” business of abortion over other life-affirming options firearms and means for suicide, that it wouldn’t have The Blacks said they would keep pushing for a in Vermont statute.” done anything but really restrict people’s access to “reasonable” waiting period. “We will continue our Planned Parenthood of Northern New England self protection,” he said. work until Vermont has a Governor that will sign this issued a statement praising the actions of the House, But instead of praising the governor for his measure,” the statement read. Senate and the governor in supporting the “historic decision, he criticized the governor for signing last Signs abortion bill and common sense” legislation. year’s sweeping package of gun control bills. The governor’s decision “Where was he last year?” Moore said. “Where was to sign H.57 means Vermont “THIS LEGISLATION AFFIRMS WHAT IS ALREADY the governor’s concern for balancing rights vs. good law, currently silent on ALLOWABLE IN VERMONT – PROTECTING policy to protect Vermonters last year when he signed abortion, will now have the magazine ban?” some of the broadest REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS AND ENSURING THOSE Clai Lasher-Sommers, executive director of protections in the country. GunSense Vermont, which backed the waiting period “Like many Vermonters, I DECISIONS REMAIN BETWEEN A WOMAN AND measure, said she was surprised the governor vetoed have consistently supported HER HEALTH CARE PROVIDER. the legislation. a woman’s right to choose, “I am upset,” she said. “I feel like he did not listen which is why today I signed to, or look at, the data clearly.” H.57 into law,” Scott wrote in Monday’s statement. “Each and every day we see proof that abortion Lasher-Sommers added, “There is no way that we “This legislation affirms what is already allowable rights are on the line, and we cannot risk the threats will stop.” in Vermont – protecting reproductive rights and to abortion access that we’re anticipating at the U.S. The waiting period proposal gained momentum ensuring those decisions remain between a woman Supreme Court,” said Meagan Gallagher, president early this year, after Alyssa and Rob Black, a couple and her health care provider. I know this issue can and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Northern New from Essex, called on the Legislature to enact a be polarizing, so I appreciate the respectful tone and England. “We applaud Governor Scott for supporting gun purchase waiting period in the obituary they civility from all sides throughout this discussion.” reproductive rights and for taking action to preserve wrote for their son, Rep. Pattie McCoy, R-Poultney, the House minority these rights in Vermont law.” Andrew. Andrew Black died of a self-inflicted leader, was among the House Republicans who said Xander Landen contributed to this report.

MOS:

“When life begins” is moot when talking about the soul

that has accumulated in the past lives, and the experiences that will help it to evolve and grow closer to the Source in the upcoming incarnation. We can’t cover this subject in its entirety here, but the 16 charts that precede the moment of birth, include what is known as a Ties Chart, or the T-Epoch of Ties, which occurs six-and-a-half months prior to birth. In the role of the eliminator, Pluto is the planet that governs this epoch. It is at or near the T-Chart that the Soul elects to stay or go, and where abortions or miscarriages occur. At about five months prior to the birth moment there is a chart for the A-Epoch of Animation. The Buddhists teach us that this is “The Quickening,” the moment in the gestation process where the fetal heart starts to beat, or the point where the soul commences to enter the physical vehicle. Anyone who has ever been pregnant knows that it is in the fourth month that the baby starts to kick. This ties in with “The Quickening,” and could be said to be the moment where the human being actually comes alive. Given the fact that the first chart in the series of prenatal charts is erected 11 months prior to the birth chart we could argue the point. Two months prior to conception the Soul enters the U-Epoch of Understanding. This marks the moment in time when the incoming soul portions off a piece of its psychic energy to form the etheric template for

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continued from page 28 its lower consciousness in the mother’s womb. This could definitely be seen as the moment that life begins—but, who knows? Arguing about things gets us nowhere and becomes pointless when we are ignorant of the laws that govern life on Planet Earth. If the kids that I was eavesdropping upon had been better informed, instead of hassling each other over the question of “When is a human being officially considered to be alive?”, they could have been talking about the physics of reincarnation or having an interesting discussion about the complex series of choices that every Soul has to make before they make their formal entrance into the third dimension. It’s too bad none of us are allowed to access the books that are stored in the Vatican Library – and it’s too bad that our educational system is not designed to enlighten us or help us to penetrate the deeper mysteries. But, there is a ton of research that has gone into the study of prenatal astrology. If you delve deep enough what you find will blow your mind. If you are interested in finding out more about prenatal astrology, Charles Jayne’s “Preface to prenatal charts” is a good place to start. Let me leave you with that, pray that all of the above doesn’t rattle your pro life and pro choice cages too much, and invite you to take what you can from this week’s ‘scopes.

Ways to stabilize the Social Security system, include: Increase payroll taxes: An increase in payroll taxes, depending on the size, could add years of life to the trust fund. Raise the retirement age: This has already been done in past reforms and would save money by paying benefits to future recipients at a later age. Tax Benefits of higher earners: By taxing Social Security income for retirees in higher tax brackets, the tax revenue could be used to lengthen the life of the trust fund. Modify inflation adjustments: Rather than raise benefits in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI), policymakers might elect to tie future benefit increases to the “chained CPI,” which assumes that individuals move to cheaper alternatives in the face of rising costs. Using the “chained CPI” may make cost of living adjustments less expensive. Reform is expected to be difficult since it may involve tough choices—something from which many policymakers often retreat. However, history has shown that political leaders tend to act when the consequences of inaction exceed those that would come from taking action. Kevin Theissen is the principal and financial advisor, of HWC Financial in Ludlow.

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books to enjoy and keep. Many of the children CLiF serves are not avid readers, and they don’t think books are ‘cool.’ Some don’t even have a single book at home. But after a CLiF Summer Readers event, virtually every child rushes up to select the books that call to them. We bring books that match every interest and reading level, so even struggling readers can find what they need. Choices range from Goosebumpsto Dracula, Junie B. Jonesto The Secret Garden, NASCAR to Ghandi, and Magic Tree Houseto The Wizard of Oz. How do the events work? In the remote farming town of Highgate Center, Vermont, more than 100 children and their families attended a CLiF presentation in quiet park across from the two-room public library. The audience gathered on the grass and for 45 minutes I talked with the children about the power of literacy and the joys of reading. I had encircled myself with a sea of beautiful new books, and made a point of highlighting dozens of favorite volumes. “Who likes adventure books? Have you guys read Hatchet? It’s an awesome tale about…” “Who likes books about dancing? Have you read…” I also shared with them the fun story of Sylvester and the Magic Pebble– with plenty of audience participation. Then eyes grew wide as each child was invited to select a couple of new books to keep from hundreds of titles. Minutes after the

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A girl chooses a book from the library to read to her teddy bear. Highgate Center presentation kids were scattered under trees or sprawled on the grass, transported by the timeless magic of the written word. More than a few parents stood by, smiling and shaking their heads in wonder. Empowering kids to choose their own summer reads doesn’t mean we should ignore the classics. We should encourage kids to fall into The Hobbit, Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and Stuart Little, and we should keep an eye towards ensuring kids’ book choices are develop-

mentally appropriate. But don’t be dismayed if you discover your child sprawled on the couch reading Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the biography of the latest teen idol, or Calvin and Hobbes. It all helps. When you encourage children to choose their own summer reads, you’ll be amazed how far they can go. Duncan McDougall is executive director of the Children’s Literacy Foundation (CLiF), a non-profit organization based in Waterbury Center, Vermont (clifonline.org).

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ERA MOUNTAIN Real Estate, 1913 US Rt. 4, Killington— killingtonvermontrealestate. com or call one of our real estate experts for all of your real estate needs including Short Term & Long Term Rentals & Sales. 802-775-0340. KILLINGTON PICO REALTY Our Realtors have special training in buyer representation to ensure a positive buying experience. Looking to sell? Our unique marketing plan features your very own website. 802-422-3600, KillingtonPicoRealty.com 2814 Killington Rd., Killington. (next to Choices Restaurant). KILLINGTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE Specializing in the Killington region for Sales and Listings for Homes, Condos & Land as well as Winter seasonal rentals. Call, email or stop in. We are the red farm house located next to the Wobbly Barn. PO Box 236, 2281 Killington Rd., Killington. 802-422-3610, bret@ killingtonvalleyrealestate.com. PEAK PROPERTY GROUP at KW Vermont. VTproperties. net. 802-353-1604. Marni@ peakpropertyrealestate.com. Specializing in homes/condos/ land/commercial/investments. Representing sellers & buyers all over Central Vt. THE PERFORMANCE GROUP real estate 1810 Killington Rd., Killington. 802422-3244 or 800-338-3735, vthomes.com, email info@ vthomes.com. As the name implies “WE PERFORM FOR YOU!” PRESTIGE REAL Estate of Killington, 2922 Killington Rd., Killington. Specializing in the listing & sales of Killington Condos, Homes, & Land. Call 802-4223923. prestigekillington.com.

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RESTAURANT FOR LEASE in Woodstock on Rt 4. Next to 4-season motel (www. sleepwoodstock.com), 8 mins to the Village, 15 mins from Skyeship Gondola. Immediate business from motel guests. Newly painted, repaved parking, 1,248 sq ft, 50+ seating plus picnic tables. Turn-key operation for restaurant, bakery catering. Reasonable rent/lease.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: established deli/grocery/gas for sale just south of Rutland, beautiful 1 ac lot, spacious 1 bedroom apt above w/ private entrance. By owner, serious inquires only please. 802-4518301, leave msg. PRICE REDUCED! KILLINGTON RESTAURANT for sale. The mountain renaissance is taking hold, now is the time! 4000 square feet of restaurant space in great county wide location for both summer and winter business. Recent renovations and upgrades for continuation of 25 plus year operation or your dream concept. Building generates 35k in rental income aside from restaurant operations as currently configured. Asking assessment, restaurant is free! Ample parking. $555K. Contact killingtonrestaurant@ gmail.com.

RENTALS ONE BEDROOM Plymouth, Vt. $600, includes utilities. 802-672-3719. KILLINGTON SEASONAL rental 2 BR, 1 BA, woodstove, excellent location. $8,000 seasonal + utilities. 781-7495873, toughfl@aol.com. PICO 1 BRs: One furnished available now for year round or now through fall. Heat, cable included. $1,175/ mo. Another available for winter season starting mid October, $8,200 everything included. Call Louise Harrison Rentals 802747-8444. KILLINGTON SEASONAL rental 3 BR, 2 BA, fireplace, dishwasher. $9,000, Nov. 1-April 30, + utilities. 781-7495873, toughfl@aol.com. KILLINGTON ROYAL FLUSH Rentals/Property management. Specializing in condos/winter & summer rentals. Andrea Weymouth, Owner. www. killingtonroyalflush.com, 802746-4040.

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FOR SALE $3.00 PERENNIALS – 541 Hale Hollow Road, Bridgewater Corners, 1 mile off 100A. 802672-3335. MASTER BEDROOM furniture: Dresser, bureau, 2 night tables. Frank, 802-3538177. $100. FIREWOOD for sale, we stack. Rudi, 802-672-3719.

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WANTED HIGHEST PRICES PAID - Back home in Vermont for a Spring visit and hope to see new and returning customers for the purchase, sale and qualified appraisal of coins, currency, stamps, precious metals in any form, old and high quality watches and time pieces, sports and historical items. Free estimates. No obligation. Member ANA, APS, NAWCC, New England Appraisers Association. Royal Barnard 802-775-0085.

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EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED THE PLYMOUTH SCHOOLHOUSE is seeking to hire a Program Director/ Classroom Teacher for its Early Childhood Program. Contact Lauren Skaskiw at 802-4176895. PEPPINO’S is looking for a part-time barkeep. Serve great food and drinks in air conditioned comfort! State of the art computer system in newly renovated bar room = good times and big tips! Contact Lou peppinosvt@ comcast.net. WAITSTAFF: Birch Ridge Inn at Killington is interviewing candidates for both full time and part time wait staff positions for evening dinner service. To arrange an interview call 802422-4293. INNKEEPER / RESIDENTIAL MANAGER needed for our M e n d o n M o u n t a i n Vi e w Lodge. Please visit www. killington.com/jobs for a full job description and to apply. Or visit our welcome center at 4763 Killington Rd. Open daily 8-4. (800) 300-9095. EOE. H O U S E K E E P E R S NEEDED Killington Grand Hotel. Please visit www. killington.com/jobs or a full job description and to apply. Or visit our welcome center at 4763 Killington Rd. Open daily 8-4. (800) 300-9095. EOE. K I L L I N G T O N R E S O R T: Food & Beverage, new opportunities. Executive Sous Chef, Banquet Sous Chef, Line Cook, Cook 1, Cook 2. Please visit www. killington.com/jobs for a full job description and to apply. Or visit our welcome center at 4763 Killington Rd. Open daily 8-4. (800) 300-9095. EOE. CASHIER: A.M. preferable. PT/ FT/Year round. Competitive wage. Killington. Please call 802-558-0793. DELI: Sandwich/Prep cook. Experience would be great, but if you enjoy working with food, we will train. Competitive wage. Please call 802-558-0793. MOGULS: WAITSTAFF, P/T bar staff, dishwasher, line cook needed to work at fun locals bar. Apply in person: see Sal at Moguls.

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State says don’t disturb sea lamprey The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is reminding anglers and the general public to avoid disturbing spawning sea lamprey that may currently be found in the Connecticut River and several of its tributaries. “Sea lamprey are native to the Connecticut River basin and play a vital role in the ecosystem,” said Lael Will, fisheries biologist with Vermont Fish & Wildlife. Vermont is also home to a separate population of non-native sea lamprey that are actively controlled as a nuisance species in Lake Champlain. Confusion can arise over the differing management goals for these two populations of Vermont sea lamprey. We believe it is important to highlight and contrast the conservation value of Connecticut River sea lamprey, educate the public and encourage folks to do their part to protect this important population of fish.” “If you happen to see a spawning sea lamprey or a carcass, don’t be alarmed,” said Will. “The fish provide a number of important ecological benefits and are considered a Species of Greatest Conservation Need in both Vermont and New Hampshire.” Each year sea lamprey spawn

during the spring in the main stem of the Connecticut River as far upstream as Wilder Dam, as well as in many tributaries including the West, Williams, Black and White Rivers. Upon returning to freshwater to spawn, adult sea lamprey are non-parasitic and die shortly after spawning, and their carcasses play a critical role in cycling important marine nutrients into freshwater ecosystems. In the Connecticut River, larval lamprey live in freshwater the first few years of their lives, remaining sedentary and burrowed in sandy substrate while filtering detritus from the water for nutrition. At around 5 years of age, they transform into juveniles and move downstream to the ocean where they attach to and feed on fish as parasites. In turn, lampreys are a food source in the estuarine and marine environment for a number of fish, marine mammals and bird species. While existing for over 350 million years in the Atlantic, anadromous sea lamprey have co-evolved with their oceanic hosts and are considered in balance with them. The species is currently managed under the Connecticut River Atlantic Salmon Commission,

which includes four state agencies, two federal agencies and representatives of the general public. Among other efforts, Vermont Fish & Wildlife has been working to im-

prove fish passage facilities within the Connecticut River drainage to enable native sea lamprey to successfully complete their migrations to spawning habitat.

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GROW YOUR LIFE IN KILLINGTON Highways and Facilities Position Opening The Town of Killington seeks a Full-Time permanent Highways and Facilities Department Worker. Maintenance work for the Town of Killington involves a variety of tasks related to the Town roadways and buildings. Maintenance workers are responsible for routine maintenance and repair work. Duties typically require the use of a variety of tools and vehicles. Overtime work is required, particularly during the winter months, and is considered a condition of employment. A newly hired employee must complete all training and safety requirements and demonstrate knowledge and skills in the areas of maintenance and/or construction activities. Work is performed under the supervision of the Road Foreman. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurances; paid vacation; paid sick time; paid holidays; health incentives; golf privileges. A complete job description is available on the Town’s website: www.killingtontown.com To apply: Complete Employment Application and provide resume (if available) and mail to Town Manager, Chet Hagenbarth at P.O. Box 429, Killington, VT 05751 or send via email at: manager@killingtontown.com

Customer Service Representative Woodstock, VT Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is seeking to fill a full time Customer Service Representative (CSR) working 37.5 hours per week in our Woodstock branch. A successful CSR possesses a drive and passion to provide exceptional customer service and demonstrates a strong desire to build customer relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career with opportunities for growth and development. Interested in joining our team? Apply online at www.bhbt.com Bar Harbor Bank & Trust offers a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, paid vacation and sick time, paid volunteer time, incentives, wellness program, and continuing education benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/ Female/ Disability and Protected Veteran.

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Norwich University to host first female Tomcat fighter pilot as keynote speaker Norwich University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Studies will welcome Carey Lohrenz, the first female F-14 Tomcat fighter pilot in the U.S. Navy, as the 2019 Residency Conference keynote and Todd Lecture Series speaker on Wednesday, June 19, at 7 p.m. in Mack Hall auditorium for a talk on “Lessons in Leadership.” This lecture is free and open to the public. Lohrenz knows what it takes to win in one of the highest pressure, most extreme environments imaginable: in the cockpit at Mach 2. Her experience and message supports Norwich University’s goal to be a learning community that is “global in perspective, engaged in personal and intellectual transformation and dedicated to knowledge, mutual respect, creativity and service.” Having flown missions worldwide as a combat mission-ready Navy pilot, Lohrenz is used to working in fast moving, dynamic environments where inconsistent execution can generate catastrophic results. The same challenges are found in business: markets change, customer needs evolve, and if you do not adapt quickly your company is at risk. In her keynote presentation, Lohrenz will share her fascinating experiences operating in one of the world’s most challenging environments – an aircraft carrier. Lohrenz’s timely message about high-performing teams and developing a culture of learning is based on the best practices of high reliability organizations. The process, “Prepare, Perform, Prevail,” helps businesses manage risk while becoming a high performing organization. Her ability to connect with a broad audience and on a one-on-one level, coupled with her knowledge and experience in leading high-performing, diverse teams, has made her highly sought after as a business consultant and speaker. Lohrenz is a powerhouse in the field of delivering engaging leadership and diversity training that directly impacts success. Her experience in the all-male environment of fighter aviation and her ability to pass on the lessons learned in her career allows her to deliver insight and guidance from a credible platform on women’s leadership Issues. In addition to serving as Norwich University’s College 2019 Residency Conference keynote speaker, Lohrenz has delivered her leadership and strategy experience to companies as diverse as Cisco, Dell, TEVA, Deloitte, Underwriters Laboratories, Verizon, AT&T, Kimberly Clark, State Farm Insurance, and Sea Ray Boats. Lohrenz is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin where she was a varsity rower, also training at the pre-Olympic level. After graduation, she attended the Navy’s Aviation Officer Candidate School before starting flight training and her naval career. She is currently working on her MBA in Strategic Leadership. Lohrenz’s lecture is the keynote presentation for this year’s annual residency conference of 497 students representing 13 online graduate programs and six bachelor’s degree completion programs at Norwich University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Studies. Gathering from across the country and around the globe under the theme of “Celebrating 200 Years of Distinction,” these Norwich students will come together for a week of capstone and culminating academic work and conferences.

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continued from page 29 much with his bat since he suffered two “CBK’s” but he was not alone in that department. Joining him were Coach Jamie Rameau and Bus Bob Schaffner. The Karrtel had three “CBK’s,” including one from Matty “The Mim’s Son” Thayer. The Karrtel didn’t really do much until the fifth when they scored four runs. The problem was M.S. scored in every inning including a 10-run fourth where they almost hit through their order twice. Another problem for the Karrtel was them making history but in a bad way. For the first time ever, two players were caught in a double pickle. Max Zichelli was rounding third for home with Mike Smith hot on his tail. Zichelli fell which caught them both in a run down. Zichelli should’ve made a play for home but instead he ran back to third passing Smith which led to a double out to end the game. Zichelli learned you cannot cross streams in men’s softball. The Clear vs. Chinese Gourmet The Clear had a doubleheader against the C.G. and FCFSMBC in a rainy, muddy night. C.G. scored three in the first but Josh “Little Rock” Stevens homered in the second to cut the

lead 3-2. C.G. didn’t score again until one in the seventh after Ben Davine’s nice looking sac. Ronzoni was “En Fuego” on the mound. He delivered four “CMK’s,” including all three of Gatto’s at-bats. The Clear hit through their order in the sixth, scoring six. Little Rock added another home run to cement the Clear’s victory, 10-4 “Good Buddy.” The Clear vs. FCFSMBC The Clear had a tightly contested battle with FCFSMBC. The Clear took a 3-2 lead after one. Brett “Mr. Pink” Regimbald jacked a two run homer in the third for a 6-2 lead. Speaking of “jacked,” Twelve Pack Jack a.k.a. Jeremy Livesey suffered his first “CBK” of the season. FCFSMBC woke up their bats in the fourth to take a 7-6 lead. Josh “Purple Guy” Souza knocked in two to give the Clear an 8-7 fifth inning lead. FCFSMBC went down 1-2-3 in the bottom, including backto-back “CBK’s” from Major and Bobby Dederer. Little Rock led off the sixth with a big “CBK” looking and his team failed to score. FCFSMBC went down 1-2-3 again including a “CBK” from Budusky. DJ Dave led off the seventh with a single and narrowly avoided

getting caught off first by Chandler “The Dancing King” Burgess. Tucker Zink homered with one out and then Regimbald scored to stretch the lead 11-7. FCFSMBC could only manage one run to suffer their first loss of the season. Regimbald hit for the cycle which is very rare in softball. STANDINGS Clear River Tavern 4-1 First Chair First Stop Moshers Base Camp 3-1 3) Karrtel 1-2 4) TIE: Chinese Gourmet 1-3 and McGrath’s Sushi 1-3 SCHEDULE: Wednesday, June 12 Clear River Tavern v.s. Karrtel at Killington 5:50 p.m. Chinese Gourmet v.s. McGraths Sushi at Killington 7 p.m. There will be a party at McGrath’s Irish Pub 8 p.m. Monday, June 17 FCFSMBC v.s. Chinese Gourmet at Killington 5:50 p.m. Karrtel v.s. McGraths Sushi at Killington 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 Karrtel v.s. FCFSMBC at Killington 5:50 p.m. McGraths Sushi v.s. Clear River Tavern at Killington 7 p.m. There will be a party at the Clear River Tavern 8 p.m.

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This is a time of disruption and change in energy and GMP has been very focused on how to counter the pressures facing the industry and the state. Increasing cost pressures related to being part of the New England grid, retail sales decline, and an increased number of severe storms due to climate change are all impacting customers. GMP has long bucked the “business as usual trend” combatting these pressures by continuing to exceed its commitment to deliver savings, by finding operational efficiencies, and through innovative customer programs that expand the use of energy storage, which both cuts costs and carbon emissions during peak demand times on the grid – when power is most expensive and

An 18-year-old from New York was arrested in Mendon around 2 a.m. June 7 for possessing Fentanytl and cocaine. Police found Alvern Fontalio of Staten Island, New York in possession of 11 grams of Fentanyl and 1.5 grams of crack cocaine following a motor vehicle offense on Route 4. Fontalio was subsequently transported to Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $5,000 bail.

Proctor woman crashes State police troopers responded to single motor vehicle crash in the town of Proctor around 12:50 p.m. on June 5. Investigation revealed that the operator Katrina Haeger, 31, of Proctor, had lost control of her vehicle and went off the roadway. Haeger was also found to be operating without a valid license and was issued a Vermont Civil Violation complaint.

high-carbon. “It is great that GMP is committed to keeping its own costs steady and locked near inflation for three years, which helps us when we look at our own budget,” said Leland Ryea of Milton, a longtime Green Mountain Power customer. “We really appreciate their commitment to providing clean, low-carbon power with rates that are so stable for our family and our small business as well.” The company’s energy supply is 90 percent clean and carbon-free and 60 percent renewable, and GMP is committed to being 100 percent carbon free by 2025 and 100 percent renewable by 2030, well ahead of most utilities its size and decades ahead of Vermont state requirements.

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Mountain Bike Season Pass $ $

389 259

Adult

Ages 19+

Youth

Ages 18 & Below

Golf Season Pass $ $

309 199

Adult

Ages 30+

Youth

209

Cart Pass

Ages 29 & Below All Ages

Prices good through June 20, 2019. 6% Vermont State and local sales tax not included.