This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), a non-profit membership organization that is dedicated to the conservation of land and natural resources and to the preservation of historic sites within the context of sustainable economic growth. FMI: PO Box 605, Cavendish VT 05142 or 802-226-7736
The Cavendish Update Contains
1. Water Board Meeting
2. Turkey Trot-5 K Fun Run/Walk
3. Need Plowing this Winter?
4. Cavendish Tree Lighting and Carol Sing
5. Holiday Fair
6. December Calendar
7. Local holiday movie to air Saturday
1. Water Board Meeting
At the November 24 Water Board meeting, Rich Svec, town manager, provided an update on the progress of the water filtration project. Since the state has given approval for the town to oversee the project in house, a construction manager has been identified, who will be hired as a consultant, not as a town employee, and will be insured. Svec was planning to work out a contract with this individual this week, with the Water Board’s approval, and he would begin work the week of Dec. 7.
Daniels Construction, the company that defaulted during the October construction bid process, has sent the town a check to cover the cost of the default. Even though this company has been working on various aspects of the water project, the state will not permit them to be involved in the final phase.
The state is allowing the use of town employees for some of the work and will not require the various projects to go through the formal bid process as these are small bids and the town has already gone through the formal bid process. Some of the companies, such as Wright Construction and the electrical sub contractors, who were part of two of the four bid applications, can be hired for various aspects of the project.
Infilico Degremont, Inc http://www.infilcodegremont.com/, the company responsible for the water filtration system, initially said the delivery date of the filtration equipment would be Dec. 12. However, they are now saying the filter will not be ready for shipping until December 19, meaning that the delivery date would be Christmas week.
Given the state of the economy, and the fact that clean water from the tap will not occur until spring/early summer 2009, the question was raised if the Water Board would consider ways to help residents who found themselves now unable to afford bottled water. Svec and the board basically said they were sympathetic to the issue, but were not in a position to help, as they needed all of their funds to pay for the filtration project.
When it was suggested that people with wells were willing to provide their water, and could the town provide them with containers, Svec said that the town, because it was municipal water, could not help in this regard. Other suggestions raised, such as involving fire departments and area churches, were not met with favor by the board. However, by the end of the meeting, the board agreed that if people wanted to donate sealed bottled water, the town would see that those residents on town water, who would be receiving Christmas baskets through the Cavendish Family Fund, would receive the water.
The school, which has been using bottled water since 2006, when the health advisory on the water was issued, has received some limited help from a special Select Board fund. However, the school is now paying for the water, which means they are going into deficit spending.
At the upcoming Holiday Fair, the money raised from the Children’s Table will be used to help offset bottled water costs at the school. Persons wishing to donate bottled water should contact the town office at 226-7292.
2. Turkey Trot-5 K Fun Run/Walk
Once again there will be a 5K Fun Walk/Run to benefit Toys for Tots. The Turkey Trot begins at 9 am, Thanksgiving Morning, at Dorsey Park in Ludlow. Please bring a donation of a gift, suitable for a child, and/or money.
3. Need Plowing this Winter?
Plowing, snow shoveling, salting and sanding. Early clean up so you can get out of your driveway. Affordable prices. Call Lance at 802-226-7824 or 802-353-5280
4. Cavendish Tree Lighting and Carol Sing
The Cavendish Tree Lighting and Carol Sing will take place on December 7 (Sunday). Starting at 6 pm, the tree and gazebo on the Proctorsville Village Green will be lit. From there, the group will walk the short distance to the Cavendish Town Elementary School (CTES), to continue the carol sing and to light Riley’s Tree. The tree, which stands directly in front of the school, is in memory of Riley Bourgois, who died from cancer while a student at CTES. Immediately following will be hot chocolate and cookies at the School. The Cavendish Respect Club, the Cavendish Historical Society, CTES and the town of Cavendish are joint sponsors of this event. All are invited and encouraged to attend.
5. Holiday Fair Saturday at CTES
The Annual Holiday Fair, featuring the local churches and community groups, will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 9-3 at the Cavendish School. Lots of local treasurers to be had including home made jams, cookies and candies; The 2009 Cavendish Calendar; publications and photographs of Cavendish; and a special kids area. The Proctorsville Fire Department will be selling wreaths and the junior fire fighters will be helping with face painting and selling their T-shirts.
6. December Cavendish Calendar
If you have an item you would like included on the December Cavendish Calendar, please send it by Nov. 29 to margoc@tds.net
7. Local holiday movie to air Saturday
Rutland Herald November 26, 2008 By Josh O'Gorman Herald staff
Note: People from Cavendish were extras for the film
CHESTER — With the early season snowfall, Vermonters are feeling the Christmas spirit, and a locally filmed holiday movie will reinforce that feeling when it makes its world television premiere this weekend.
The Hallmark Channel's "Moonlight & Mistletoe" will air at 9 p.m. Saturday. The film was shot during several weeks in May and June in Chester, with a casting call that drew hundreds of locals who, despite the heat, bundled up in winter wear for large crowd shots on the Chester town green.
Filmmakers used white blankets and sprayed the trees with foam to simulate a holiday atmosphere.
The film tells the story of a man named Nick — played by actor Tom Arnold — who operates a Christmas theme park that is threatened by a real estate developer.
His daughter, Holly, played by Candace Cameron Bure, who starred in the 1980s sitcom "Full House," returns to help her father keep the park and in doing so rediscovers the true meaning of Christmas.
"The filmmakers went out of their way to capture the spirit of a close-knit Vermont community. The film showcases many locations in Chester from quaint inns to the historic town center, which gives viewers a sense of the town's wonderful character," Joe Bookchin, executive director of the Vermont Film Commission, said in a statement. "Green Mountain Railroad supplied the vintage locomotive along with the historic train depot to give the movie a timeless quality. All of these elements came together to create a Hallmark holiday classic that is uniquely Vermont."
The film is one of many Christmas-themed movies offered by the Hallmark Channel, with others including "A Grandpa for Christmas" starring Ernest Borgnine and "Our First Christmas" starring John Ratzenberger.
"Moonlight & Mistletoe" made its theatrical world premiere at the Paramount Theatre in Rutland Sept. 20, the first film screened there in 27 years. More than 600 people turned out to watch the film, and the event was a fundraiser to buy projection equipment to allow the theater to screen films on a regular basis.
Those who still want to see the film on a big screen will have two opportunities in December, with the first at 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at American Legion Post 67 in Chester. The second will be 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at Bellows Falls Opera House.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
Cavendish Update 11/21/08
This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), a non-profit membership organization that is dedicated to the conservation of land and natural resources and to the preservation of historic sites within the context of sustainable economic growth. FMI: PO Box 605, Cavendish VT 05142 or 802-226-7736
The 11/21/08 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Make Black Friday Green
2. Upcoming Events
3. Bascome Artist of the Month at the Cavendish Library
1. MAKE BLACK FRIDAY GREEN
The day after Thanksgiving (Nov. 28 this year) is called Black Friday in the retail industry, as it ushers in the frantic shopping associated with the Holiday season. Many stores will be offering great deals and savings, some starting as early as midnight. No need to leave your nice warm bed for the chill of a big box parking lot, or spending money that few people have. Below are some tips for promoting our favorite Christmas color “green.”
Reduce, Recycle, Reuse: Every week between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Americans produce an additional 2 billion pounds of garbage. So when doing your shopping, feasting and wrapping this year, think about what you can do to decrease the load on the transfer station.
Wrapping paper is expensive and often ends in the trash. Consider fabric (cut it with pinking sheers so it wont unravel), newspaper, previously used gift paper, or even the cloth shopping bags available from the grocery stores for a $1 or less. Recycle the ribbon. Don’t tie knots in it. Gently untie the bow and tuck it away until next year. It’s okay to “re-gift,” in fact it’s encouraged as it’s really a form of recycling.
Best of all consider presents that don’t require wrapping: seasons tickets to the theater; gift certificates to an area restaurant or business, or your time; donation to a favorite organization or charity; a service such as a massage or a day at the salon; or a magazine subscription.
Make your own holiday gifts. For a great selection of diverse eco friendly ideas go to http://ecobites.com/green-celebrations/green-christmas-new-year/1239-christmas-a-time-for-green-giving Here you will find suggestions and directions from aprons to zesty herbs.
Buy Local: There are many businesses in Proctorsville and Cavendish that offer all sorts of items that would make great presents. Attend the Holiday Fair at the Cavendish Elementary School on November 29 (Saturday) and be amazed at the wonderful items your friends and neighbors have made. There is the added bonus of the children’s room, which allows kids to do their own shopping, plus be entertained with a variety of activities.
Below is a list of businesses owned by Cavendish residents, and/or located in Cavendish that may have the perfect gift of gift certificate you are looking for:
• Cavendish Game Birds: 885-5339 http://www.vermontquail.com/
• Crow’s Corner Bakery: 226-7007
• Giggs Antiques and Flowers 226-7492
• Goodman’s American Pie 228-5618 (located on Main St. Ludlow)
• Green Acres Market 226-7484
• Old Cavendish Products (makers of fruitcake, mustards and more): http://www.cavendishfruitcake.com/
• Ludlow Cooking Co: 228-3080 (located on Main St. Ludlow)
• Moonlite Meadows (beef and lamb from the farm) 226-8077
• Morning Star Bakery 226-7827
• Singleton’s Store 226-7666
• Six Loose Ladies (fiber arts store) 226-7373 FiberArtsinVermont.org
• Solar Store 226-7093 www.cetsolarstore.com
• Summit Soapworks (located in Ludlow next to American Pie): summitsoapworks.com
• The Castle Hill Spa and Resort: 226-7419 or www.thecastle-vt.com
• The Village Clipper 226-7233
• Teruko Design (Flowers & dried arrangements): 226-7889
• Vermont Apple Pie & Cheese Cake 226-7822 www.vtapple.com
For a list of Cavendish businesses and business owners, download a copy of the 2008 Cavendish Business Directory at www.cavendishhistory.org
Donate time or money to an organization: If you like being able to catch up on Cavendish news from the comfort of your computer, consider making a donation to the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) or the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA) who make this possible. Both organizations have a variety of items for sale this holiday season, and will be at the Nov. 29 Holiday Fair at the Cavendish School. CHS is featuring all of their publications along with a number of items made by members of CHS. Gloria Leven has turned her quilting talents to Christmas stockings this year. CCCA will be selling their 2009 Cavendish Calendar, featuring the artistic talents of our Cavendish community.
Donating information
Cavendish Historical Society
PO Box 472
Cavendish, VT 05142
www.cavendishvt.org
802-226-7807
Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA)
PO Box 605
Cavendish VT 05142
802-226-7736
Real versus Fake: When it comes to the real vs. artificial debate, real Christmas trees are proving to be the more sustainable choice. Most Christmas trees are grown on tree farms and are about 10 to 15 years old when cut, depending on the species. It’s estimated that one acre of Christmas trees produces enough oxygen for 18 people daily. In the U.S., according to the National Christmas Tree Association, there are approximately 500,000 acres of Christmas trees supplying nine million people a day with oxygen. Don’t want to kill a tree? Buy a potted one from one of the local nurseries and plant it after the holidays. Buy locally-both of the fire departments in town sell trees and Christmas greens.
2. UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 21 (Friday): The Junior class of GMUHS will be hosting a three course dinner at Rowell’s Inn, Andover. The menu includes Appetizers - Caesar salad or Thai Noodles - Main Course - Enchilada - beef, chicken or vegetable, Sesame Chicken or Beef Bourguignon and dessert is brownie ala mode. Dinner is $25.00 per person. There will be two seatings at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. with reservations required. Pre-ordering dinner selections would be appreciated. FMI: 875-3658 or Theresa Buskey at 875-2146
Nov. 21-23 (Friday-Sunday): Ski Swap at Okemo Mountain to benefit Okemo Mountain School (OMS) Friday 3-7; Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 9-1
Nov. 23 (Sunday): Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service at the Cavendish Baptist Church, 7:00 PM. Donations of non perishable food will be collected for Black River Good Neighbor.
November 24 (Monday): Green Mountain Parents Group Meeting, 5pm at GMUHS Conference Room. Agenda: Recruitment for group; technology in math; science fair; auditorium renovations; foreign language website; student survey
Nov. 29 (Saturday): Annual Holiday Fair, Cavendish Elementary School 9-3
• Ullr Fest to benefit the McCostis Scholarship Fund, Killarney’s in Ludlow starting at 6 pm. MSF provides local scholarships to Okemo valley youth interested in snow sports training. Rainie Hill and Addison Provance from Proctorsville were among the scholarship recipients for winter 2009.
3. BASCOME ARTIST OF THE MONTH AT THE CAVENDISH LIBRARY
Willow Bascombe has been named Cavendish Fletcher Community Library’s Artist of the Month. Raised in Saudi Arabia and Panama, Bascombe currently lives in Plymouth, VT. Her pen and ink drawings will be on display in the Redfield Proctor Room of the Cavendish Library until mid December. In addition to her art work, Bascome is a mother of three, a facilitator for “Living Well with Chronic Illness” and is involved with Hope Day School in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to which a portion of the proceeds from all of her work goes for scholarships. FMI: 226-7503
The 11/21/08 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Make Black Friday Green
2. Upcoming Events
3. Bascome Artist of the Month at the Cavendish Library
1. MAKE BLACK FRIDAY GREEN
The day after Thanksgiving (Nov. 28 this year) is called Black Friday in the retail industry, as it ushers in the frantic shopping associated with the Holiday season. Many stores will be offering great deals and savings, some starting as early as midnight. No need to leave your nice warm bed for the chill of a big box parking lot, or spending money that few people have. Below are some tips for promoting our favorite Christmas color “green.”
Reduce, Recycle, Reuse: Every week between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Americans produce an additional 2 billion pounds of garbage. So when doing your shopping, feasting and wrapping this year, think about what you can do to decrease the load on the transfer station.
Wrapping paper is expensive and often ends in the trash. Consider fabric (cut it with pinking sheers so it wont unravel), newspaper, previously used gift paper, or even the cloth shopping bags available from the grocery stores for a $1 or less. Recycle the ribbon. Don’t tie knots in it. Gently untie the bow and tuck it away until next year. It’s okay to “re-gift,” in fact it’s encouraged as it’s really a form of recycling.
Best of all consider presents that don’t require wrapping: seasons tickets to the theater; gift certificates to an area restaurant or business, or your time; donation to a favorite organization or charity; a service such as a massage or a day at the salon; or a magazine subscription.
Make your own holiday gifts. For a great selection of diverse eco friendly ideas go to http://ecobites.com/green-celebrations/green-christmas-new-year/1239-christmas-a-time-for-green-giving Here you will find suggestions and directions from aprons to zesty herbs.
Buy Local: There are many businesses in Proctorsville and Cavendish that offer all sorts of items that would make great presents. Attend the Holiday Fair at the Cavendish Elementary School on November 29 (Saturday) and be amazed at the wonderful items your friends and neighbors have made. There is the added bonus of the children’s room, which allows kids to do their own shopping, plus be entertained with a variety of activities.
Below is a list of businesses owned by Cavendish residents, and/or located in Cavendish that may have the perfect gift of gift certificate you are looking for:
• Cavendish Game Birds: 885-5339 http://www.vermontquail.com/
• Crow’s Corner Bakery: 226-7007
• Giggs Antiques and Flowers 226-7492
• Goodman’s American Pie 228-5618 (located on Main St. Ludlow)
• Green Acres Market 226-7484
• Old Cavendish Products (makers of fruitcake, mustards and more): http://www.cavendishfruitcake.com/
• Ludlow Cooking Co: 228-3080 (located on Main St. Ludlow)
• Moonlite Meadows (beef and lamb from the farm) 226-8077
• Morning Star Bakery 226-7827
• Singleton’s Store 226-7666
• Six Loose Ladies (fiber arts store) 226-7373 FiberArtsinVermont.org
• Solar Store 226-7093 www.cetsolarstore.com
• Summit Soapworks (located in Ludlow next to American Pie): summitsoapworks.com
• The Castle Hill Spa and Resort: 226-7419 or www.thecastle-vt.com
• The Village Clipper 226-7233
• Teruko Design (Flowers & dried arrangements): 226-7889
• Vermont Apple Pie & Cheese Cake 226-7822 www.vtapple.com
For a list of Cavendish businesses and business owners, download a copy of the 2008 Cavendish Business Directory at www.cavendishhistory.org
Donate time or money to an organization: If you like being able to catch up on Cavendish news from the comfort of your computer, consider making a donation to the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) or the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA) who make this possible. Both organizations have a variety of items for sale this holiday season, and will be at the Nov. 29 Holiday Fair at the Cavendish School. CHS is featuring all of their publications along with a number of items made by members of CHS. Gloria Leven has turned her quilting talents to Christmas stockings this year. CCCA will be selling their 2009 Cavendish Calendar, featuring the artistic talents of our Cavendish community.
Donating information
Cavendish Historical Society
PO Box 472
Cavendish, VT 05142
www.cavendishvt.org
802-226-7807
Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA)
PO Box 605
Cavendish VT 05142
802-226-7736
Real versus Fake: When it comes to the real vs. artificial debate, real Christmas trees are proving to be the more sustainable choice. Most Christmas trees are grown on tree farms and are about 10 to 15 years old when cut, depending on the species. It’s estimated that one acre of Christmas trees produces enough oxygen for 18 people daily. In the U.S., according to the National Christmas Tree Association, there are approximately 500,000 acres of Christmas trees supplying nine million people a day with oxygen. Don’t want to kill a tree? Buy a potted one from one of the local nurseries and plant it after the holidays. Buy locally-both of the fire departments in town sell trees and Christmas greens.
2. UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 21 (Friday): The Junior class of GMUHS will be hosting a three course dinner at Rowell’s Inn, Andover. The menu includes Appetizers - Caesar salad or Thai Noodles - Main Course - Enchilada - beef, chicken or vegetable, Sesame Chicken or Beef Bourguignon and dessert is brownie ala mode. Dinner is $25.00 per person. There will be two seatings at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. with reservations required. Pre-ordering dinner selections would be appreciated. FMI: 875-3658 or Theresa Buskey at 875-2146
Nov. 21-23 (Friday-Sunday): Ski Swap at Okemo Mountain to benefit Okemo Mountain School (OMS) Friday 3-7; Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 9-1
Nov. 23 (Sunday): Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service at the Cavendish Baptist Church, 7:00 PM. Donations of non perishable food will be collected for Black River Good Neighbor.
November 24 (Monday): Green Mountain Parents Group Meeting, 5pm at GMUHS Conference Room. Agenda: Recruitment for group; technology in math; science fair; auditorium renovations; foreign language website; student survey
Nov. 29 (Saturday): Annual Holiday Fair, Cavendish Elementary School 9-3
• Ullr Fest to benefit the McCostis Scholarship Fund, Killarney’s in Ludlow starting at 6 pm. MSF provides local scholarships to Okemo valley youth interested in snow sports training. Rainie Hill and Addison Provance from Proctorsville were among the scholarship recipients for winter 2009.
3. BASCOME ARTIST OF THE MONTH AT THE CAVENDISH LIBRARY
Willow Bascombe has been named Cavendish Fletcher Community Library’s Artist of the Month. Raised in Saudi Arabia and Panama, Bascombe currently lives in Plymouth, VT. Her pen and ink drawings will be on display in the Redfield Proctor Room of the Cavendish Library until mid December. In addition to her art work, Bascome is a mother of three, a facilitator for “Living Well with Chronic Illness” and is involved with Hope Day School in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to which a portion of the proceeds from all of her work goes for scholarships. FMI: 226-7503
Friday, November 14, 2008
Cavendish Update 11/14/08
This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), a non-profit membership organization that is dedicated to the conservation of land and natural resources and to the preservation of historic sites within the context of sustainable economic growth. FMI: PO Box 605, Cavendish VT 05142 or 802-226-7736
The 11/14/08 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Cavendish Water Project
2. Events
3. Ullr Fest: Insure a Winter Fit for a Ski God & Help Local Youth
4. Hill and Provance receive Scholarships for Snow Sports
5. East-west bus service kicks off
1. Water Project
At the Monday Nov. 10 Select Board meeting, Rich Svec, town manager, provided an update on the Cavendish water filtration project. Please note that LPC TV did not video this portion of the Meeting.
At the Oct. 27 Water Board Meeting, Svec explained that the lowest bidder for the installation of the filter system had defaulted on their bid. In addition, the next closest bid was $302,623, well above the $246,500 available to the town from the water bond passed in March 2007. Svec suggested that to save money, the project be overseen by the town, using a construction manager and to have the town crew do some of the work. This suggestion was met by concern from those in attendance. Among the issues raised were liability and taking town crew away from other necessary town projects, potentially creating problems elsewhere. More than one community member present thought the approach would be “penny wise and pound foolish,” meaning that it might save some money initially, but there was a real possibility that it could ultimately cost the town more.
Since the water board meeting, Svec has met with the state and the decision was made to have the project done “in-house,” using a construction manager and to use town personal to save money where possible. The money for the project will be as follows: $246,500 from the original bond, $11,000 from the default on the bid by Daniel’s Construction and $70,00 in discretionary funds. The total $327,500 should be sufficient to complete the water project, including the connection to the second well. In fact, it is anticipated that the project will cost less.
Approval of the second well connection has been given by the state, pending testing for water quality. Some testing has already been done, with good results.
The time frame for the project, because of the delay in the October bid process, is expected to be only 2-4 weeks, with clean water from the taps slated for spring 2009. It is important to note that even though the filtration equipment will be installed, getting it fully operational, plus cleaning of existing pipes, tanks etc. will take time. Further, the change in water quality will be gradual. Users should not expect to turn on the water and find that it is fine, rather they will start noticing changes over time.
It is important for water users to remember that the Vermont Health Department’s Health Advisory has been in place since 2006 and states “The Cavendish Public Water System has concentrations of manganese which exceed the Environmental Protection Agency and Vermont Department of Health lifetime Health Advisories of 0.3 mg/L. In 2005 and 2006, the levels of manganese in the Cavendish system were 2.5 mg/L and 2.1 mg/L, respectively. Manganese is an essential element. However, most of the manganese needed on a daily basis comes from the food we eat. Long-term consumption of high concentrations of manganese in drinking water may cause adverse neurological health effects. Children and people with liver disease are more susceptible to the health effects of manganese. If you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.”
If you are in need of a source for clean drinking water, including water for pets, please contact margoc@tds.net. Since the water can have a negative impact on pets, be sure to provide them clean water and keep bathroom doors and toilet seats closed.
2. Events
Week of Nov. 17: Book Fair at the Cavendish Library. FMI: 226-7503
Nov. 18 (Tuesday): GMUHS Parents Group, 5 pm at the GM Conference Room Topics
for discussion include: Recruitment for group; technology in math; science fair; auditorium
renovations; foreign language website; student survey
Nov. 29 (Saturday): Holiday Fair at the Cavendish Elementary School
• Ullr Fest to benefit McCostis Scholarship Fund (see article 3 below)
3. Ullr Fest: Insure a Winter Fit for a Ski God & Help Local Youth
The Norse God Ullr (Ooh-ler) was the god of the hunt, winter, archery, the shield & skis. In fact, Ullr’s command of the powder was so great that he would streak across the sky leaving the brilliant stars as his trails. He also had a fondness for the goddess as well as an enjoyment of good times. He was married to Skadi the giant goddess of winter, who left her former husband Njord, the god of the winds, sea and fire for Ullr. A bit on the fickle side, he seemed to abandon Skadi for the goddess Hel during the summer months.
Living in his castle Ydal (Yew Dales) Ullr hunted with his long bow made from yew, traveled using his shield that could become a boat, or wooden slats that would someday evolve into skis, dispensed justice and was the god to call on when in a dual.
In order to insure a winter fit for Ullr (lots of snow and great conditions) Killarney’s in Ludlow is sponsoring the first annual Ullr Festival on November 29, Saturday, starting at 6pm. The idea is that if we show Ullr, and his lovely goddess Skadi, a good time, they will grace us with a winter fit for a god and goddess.
The Fest is a benefit for the McCostis Scholarship Fund (MSF), a non-profit organization, whose purpose is to assist Okemo Valley youth in their pursuit of excellence through skiing and snowboard training. MSF provides scholarships to area youth for snow academies and weekend training programs. The Fund also includes the Peter Noyes Ski Scholarship and the Kevin Stillwell Snowboarding Scholarship.
Lots of fun activities are in store for Ullr Fest, including a prize for the best dressed Ullr and Skadi.
4. Hill and Provance receive Scholarships for Snow Sports
Rainie Hill, of Proctorsville is the 2009 Peter Noyes Ski Scholarship recipient. She is a freshman at GMUHS and attends the Okemo Mountain School for the winter months to pursue alpine skiing. Her younger brother Addison Provance is a McCostis Scholarship recipient and a member of the Okemo Mountain Council Team for alpine racing. Addison is in the 6th grade at Cavendish Town Elementary School
5. East-west bus service kicks off
Rutland Herald November 10, 2008 By Josh O'Gorman Herald Staff
LUDLOW — For travelers looking to cross the state, the trip just got a whole lot easier. Today, the Marble Valley Regional Transit District and Connecticut River Transit began their partnership to transport riders along Route 103 between Rutland and Bellows Falls, the first east-west public transportation route in the southern part of the state since Vermont Transit eliminated service between Rutland and White River Junction.
The partnership is possible thanks to a $220,000 grant from the state's Agency of Transportation, said CRT Executive Director Gary Fox.
CRT and MVRTD received the bulk of $350,000 available through the Agency of Transportation for regional public transportation enhancements, with transit services in Randolph and the Northeast Kingdom also receiving grant awards this year, said MVRTD Community Outreach Coordinator Ellen Atkinson.
"We had a lot of support from both communities, which is why we were successful in our first application," Atkinson said, referring to support from Rutland and the Springfield-Bellows Falls area. "Usually, you have to apply two or three times before you're approved."
Fox said CRT and MVRTD sent out surveys to employers along the route — such as the Vermont Country Store in North Clarendon, Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow and Sonnax in Bellows Falls — to learn employee schedules. They then sent out surveys to those employees to learn if they would want to ride the bus, when they would like to ride and how often. That feedback was used to create the bus schedule, Fox said.
"For employers, it's going to help them recruit employees from further distances, and for employees it's going to allow them to work further from home without having to worry about filling their gas tanks every few days," Fox said.
Early-bird riders can catch a 5 a.m. bus out of Bellows Falls and arrive in Rutland at 6:54 a.m. Rutland riders can catch a 5:10 a.m. bus and arrive in Bellows Falls at 7:05 a.m. MVRTD and CRT buses meet at Okemo's base area and riders transfer from one bus to the other.
In the evening, the last bus leaves Rutland at 6:15 p.m., with the last scheduled stop at Springfield Hospital 7:50 p.m.; however riders can request to go all the way to Bellows Falls. The last bus departs Bellows Falls from T-Bird Mini Mart at 6:10 p.m., with riders arriving in Rutland at 8:09 p.m.
Service is available Monday through Friday.
While there are 23 scheduled stops along the Route 103 corridor, Fox said riders can stand by the side of the road and flag down a bus, which will stop as long as it is safe to do so.
CRT and MVRTD are starting service with midsize buses that accommodate 20 to 25 riders, but anticipate running 40-passenger buses by winter, Atkinson said.
Riders are asked to pay a suggested donation of $3 each way, or $2.50 a ride for passengers who purchase four-weeks' worth of tokens. Fox emphasized that the fare is a suggested donation, and no rider will be turned away for lack of money.
For a complete bus schedule, visit MVRTD's Web site www.thebus.com or CRT's Web site www.crtransit.org.
The 11/14/08 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Cavendish Water Project
2. Events
3. Ullr Fest: Insure a Winter Fit for a Ski God & Help Local Youth
4. Hill and Provance receive Scholarships for Snow Sports
5. East-west bus service kicks off
1. Water Project
At the Monday Nov. 10 Select Board meeting, Rich Svec, town manager, provided an update on the Cavendish water filtration project. Please note that LPC TV did not video this portion of the Meeting.
At the Oct. 27 Water Board Meeting, Svec explained that the lowest bidder for the installation of the filter system had defaulted on their bid. In addition, the next closest bid was $302,623, well above the $246,500 available to the town from the water bond passed in March 2007. Svec suggested that to save money, the project be overseen by the town, using a construction manager and to have the town crew do some of the work. This suggestion was met by concern from those in attendance. Among the issues raised were liability and taking town crew away from other necessary town projects, potentially creating problems elsewhere. More than one community member present thought the approach would be “penny wise and pound foolish,” meaning that it might save some money initially, but there was a real possibility that it could ultimately cost the town more.
Since the water board meeting, Svec has met with the state and the decision was made to have the project done “in-house,” using a construction manager and to use town personal to save money where possible. The money for the project will be as follows: $246,500 from the original bond, $11,000 from the default on the bid by Daniel’s Construction and $70,00 in discretionary funds. The total $327,500 should be sufficient to complete the water project, including the connection to the second well. In fact, it is anticipated that the project will cost less.
Approval of the second well connection has been given by the state, pending testing for water quality. Some testing has already been done, with good results.
The time frame for the project, because of the delay in the October bid process, is expected to be only 2-4 weeks, with clean water from the taps slated for spring 2009. It is important to note that even though the filtration equipment will be installed, getting it fully operational, plus cleaning of existing pipes, tanks etc. will take time. Further, the change in water quality will be gradual. Users should not expect to turn on the water and find that it is fine, rather they will start noticing changes over time.
It is important for water users to remember that the Vermont Health Department’s Health Advisory has been in place since 2006 and states “The Cavendish Public Water System has concentrations of manganese which exceed the Environmental Protection Agency and Vermont Department of Health lifetime Health Advisories of 0.3 mg/L. In 2005 and 2006, the levels of manganese in the Cavendish system were 2.5 mg/L and 2.1 mg/L, respectively. Manganese is an essential element. However, most of the manganese needed on a daily basis comes from the food we eat. Long-term consumption of high concentrations of manganese in drinking water may cause adverse neurological health effects. Children and people with liver disease are more susceptible to the health effects of manganese. If you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.”
If you are in need of a source for clean drinking water, including water for pets, please contact margoc@tds.net. Since the water can have a negative impact on pets, be sure to provide them clean water and keep bathroom doors and toilet seats closed.
2. Events
Week of Nov. 17: Book Fair at the Cavendish Library. FMI: 226-7503
Nov. 18 (Tuesday): GMUHS Parents Group, 5 pm at the GM Conference Room Topics
for discussion include: Recruitment for group; technology in math; science fair; auditorium
renovations; foreign language website; student survey
Nov. 29 (Saturday): Holiday Fair at the Cavendish Elementary School
• Ullr Fest to benefit McCostis Scholarship Fund (see article 3 below)
3. Ullr Fest: Insure a Winter Fit for a Ski God & Help Local Youth
The Norse God Ullr (Ooh-ler) was the god of the hunt, winter, archery, the shield & skis. In fact, Ullr’s command of the powder was so great that he would streak across the sky leaving the brilliant stars as his trails. He also had a fondness for the goddess as well as an enjoyment of good times. He was married to Skadi the giant goddess of winter, who left her former husband Njord, the god of the winds, sea and fire for Ullr. A bit on the fickle side, he seemed to abandon Skadi for the goddess Hel during the summer months.
Living in his castle Ydal (Yew Dales) Ullr hunted with his long bow made from yew, traveled using his shield that could become a boat, or wooden slats that would someday evolve into skis, dispensed justice and was the god to call on when in a dual.
In order to insure a winter fit for Ullr (lots of snow and great conditions) Killarney’s in Ludlow is sponsoring the first annual Ullr Festival on November 29, Saturday, starting at 6pm. The idea is that if we show Ullr, and his lovely goddess Skadi, a good time, they will grace us with a winter fit for a god and goddess.
The Fest is a benefit for the McCostis Scholarship Fund (MSF), a non-profit organization, whose purpose is to assist Okemo Valley youth in their pursuit of excellence through skiing and snowboard training. MSF provides scholarships to area youth for snow academies and weekend training programs. The Fund also includes the Peter Noyes Ski Scholarship and the Kevin Stillwell Snowboarding Scholarship.
Lots of fun activities are in store for Ullr Fest, including a prize for the best dressed Ullr and Skadi.
4. Hill and Provance receive Scholarships for Snow Sports
Rainie Hill, of Proctorsville is the 2009 Peter Noyes Ski Scholarship recipient. She is a freshman at GMUHS and attends the Okemo Mountain School for the winter months to pursue alpine skiing. Her younger brother Addison Provance is a McCostis Scholarship recipient and a member of the Okemo Mountain Council Team for alpine racing. Addison is in the 6th grade at Cavendish Town Elementary School
5. East-west bus service kicks off
Rutland Herald November 10, 2008 By Josh O'Gorman Herald Staff
LUDLOW — For travelers looking to cross the state, the trip just got a whole lot easier. Today, the Marble Valley Regional Transit District and Connecticut River Transit began their partnership to transport riders along Route 103 between Rutland and Bellows Falls, the first east-west public transportation route in the southern part of the state since Vermont Transit eliminated service between Rutland and White River Junction.
The partnership is possible thanks to a $220,000 grant from the state's Agency of Transportation, said CRT Executive Director Gary Fox.
CRT and MVRTD received the bulk of $350,000 available through the Agency of Transportation for regional public transportation enhancements, with transit services in Randolph and the Northeast Kingdom also receiving grant awards this year, said MVRTD Community Outreach Coordinator Ellen Atkinson.
"We had a lot of support from both communities, which is why we were successful in our first application," Atkinson said, referring to support from Rutland and the Springfield-Bellows Falls area. "Usually, you have to apply two or three times before you're approved."
Fox said CRT and MVRTD sent out surveys to employers along the route — such as the Vermont Country Store in North Clarendon, Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow and Sonnax in Bellows Falls — to learn employee schedules. They then sent out surveys to those employees to learn if they would want to ride the bus, when they would like to ride and how often. That feedback was used to create the bus schedule, Fox said.
"For employers, it's going to help them recruit employees from further distances, and for employees it's going to allow them to work further from home without having to worry about filling their gas tanks every few days," Fox said.
Early-bird riders can catch a 5 a.m. bus out of Bellows Falls and arrive in Rutland at 6:54 a.m. Rutland riders can catch a 5:10 a.m. bus and arrive in Bellows Falls at 7:05 a.m. MVRTD and CRT buses meet at Okemo's base area and riders transfer from one bus to the other.
In the evening, the last bus leaves Rutland at 6:15 p.m., with the last scheduled stop at Springfield Hospital 7:50 p.m.; however riders can request to go all the way to Bellows Falls. The last bus departs Bellows Falls from T-Bird Mini Mart at 6:10 p.m., with riders arriving in Rutland at 8:09 p.m.
Service is available Monday through Friday.
While there are 23 scheduled stops along the Route 103 corridor, Fox said riders can stand by the side of the road and flag down a bus, which will stop as long as it is safe to do so.
CRT and MVRTD are starting service with midsize buses that accommodate 20 to 25 riders, but anticipate running 40-passenger buses by winter, Atkinson said.
Riders are asked to pay a suggested donation of $3 each way, or $2.50 a ride for passengers who purchase four-weeks' worth of tokens. Fox emphasized that the fare is a suggested donation, and no rider will be turned away for lack of money.
For a complete bus schedule, visit MVRTD's Web site www.thebus.com or CRT's Web site www.crtransit.org.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
MORE CAVENDISH BREAK INS
Special Notice: More Cavendish Break Ins
The following article appears in the 11/8/08 Rutland Herald
Police investigating two nearby burglaries
November 8, 2008
CAVENDISH — Police are investigating a pair of burglaries that left a convenience store short on stock and a church short on fuel oil.
State police responded to Williams General Store on Route 131 Thursday to investigate a burglary complaint. Police said sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, a burglar or burglars broke into the store and stole beer, cigarettes and food.
While in town, state police also investigated a report of theft at the Gethsemane Episcopal Church in Proctorsville. Police said someone siphoned several hundred gallons of kerosene and fuel oil from the church's tanks.
Police are uncertain if the two crimes are related and are asking anyone with information to call Sgt. Robert McCarthy at the State Police Rockingham Barracks at 875-2112.
The following article appears in the 11/8/08 Rutland Herald
Police investigating two nearby burglaries
November 8, 2008
CAVENDISH — Police are investigating a pair of burglaries that left a convenience store short on stock and a church short on fuel oil.
State police responded to Williams General Store on Route 131 Thursday to investigate a burglary complaint. Police said sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, a burglar or burglars broke into the store and stole beer, cigarettes and food.
While in town, state police also investigated a report of theft at the Gethsemane Episcopal Church in Proctorsville. Police said someone siphoned several hundred gallons of kerosene and fuel oil from the church's tanks.
Police are uncertain if the two crimes are related and are asking anyone with information to call Sgt. Robert McCarthy at the State Police Rockingham Barracks at 875-2112.
Cavendish Update 11/7/08
This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), a non-profit membership organization that is dedicated to the conservation of land and natural resources and to the preservation of historic sites within the context of sustainable economic growth. FMI: PO Box 605, Cavendish VT 05142 or 802-226-7736
The Cavendish Update Contains
1. Select Board Meeting Agenda
2. Cavendish Baptist Church Christmas Bazaar
1. Select Board Meeting Agenda
The Select Board Meeting is Monday, November 10th, 2008 beginning at 4:00 pm at Hoey Road for a site visit. A Town Highway Acceptance and Discontinuance Hearing on realignment of Hoey Road. The regular monthly meeting will immediately follow in the meeting room of the Town Office. The Agenda will be as follows:
• Conduct a hearing on the realignment of Hoey Road, which will include an acceptance of the new portion of road and a discontinuance of the old section, which has been bypassed. The Town’s Attorney has prepared the necessary paperwork to support this action. The affected lands are owned by James Kingery.
• Update on water filtration project progress and activities relating to the modified construction strategy in light of the low-bid contractor’s default/withdrawal. A recent meeting with DEC in Waterbury will be discussed.
• Consider Grand List Errors and Omissions re: Karkowski property as requested by Board of Listers
• Discuss the Cavendish Ambulance Service and disposition of the ambulance vehicle. A letter of resignation received from First Responder Coordinator, James Payne will be considered.
• Pieter van Schaik present to update Selectmen on Black River footpath progress
• Leon Woods present to discuss snowmobile trails and town highway road crossings for the 2008-2009 season
• Discuss the Cavendish Planning Commission proposal for town website and budget funds.
• Review and consider draft of a Town of Cavendish Purchasing Policy.
• Updates on various Town projects and activities including: Town Highway Access (Road Cut), Paving/Resurfacing work, Review Luzenac America Site Visit 11/05/08
2. Cavendish Baptist Church Christmas Bazaar
November 8 (Saturday): Cavendish Baptist Church Christmas Bazaar , 10 am to 2 pm at the Church. Will include a Bake Sale, Crafts & Gifts, Lunch and a Bargain Table -- also, Rada Cutlery, Cookbooks and more.
The Cavendish Update Contains
1. Select Board Meeting Agenda
2. Cavendish Baptist Church Christmas Bazaar
1. Select Board Meeting Agenda
The Select Board Meeting is Monday, November 10th, 2008 beginning at 4:00 pm at Hoey Road for a site visit. A Town Highway Acceptance and Discontinuance Hearing on realignment of Hoey Road. The regular monthly meeting will immediately follow in the meeting room of the Town Office. The Agenda will be as follows:
• Conduct a hearing on the realignment of Hoey Road, which will include an acceptance of the new portion of road and a discontinuance of the old section, which has been bypassed. The Town’s Attorney has prepared the necessary paperwork to support this action. The affected lands are owned by James Kingery.
• Update on water filtration project progress and activities relating to the modified construction strategy in light of the low-bid contractor’s default/withdrawal. A recent meeting with DEC in Waterbury will be discussed.
• Consider Grand List Errors and Omissions re: Karkowski property as requested by Board of Listers
• Discuss the Cavendish Ambulance Service and disposition of the ambulance vehicle. A letter of resignation received from First Responder Coordinator, James Payne will be considered.
• Pieter van Schaik present to update Selectmen on Black River footpath progress
• Leon Woods present to discuss snowmobile trails and town highway road crossings for the 2008-2009 season
• Discuss the Cavendish Planning Commission proposal for town website and budget funds.
• Review and consider draft of a Town of Cavendish Purchasing Policy.
• Updates on various Town projects and activities including: Town Highway Access (Road Cut), Paving/Resurfacing work, Review Luzenac America Site Visit 11/05/08
2. Cavendish Baptist Church Christmas Bazaar
November 8 (Saturday): Cavendish Baptist Church Christmas Bazaar , 10 am to 2 pm at the Church. Will include a Bake Sale, Crafts & Gifts, Lunch and a Bargain Table -- also, Rada Cutlery, Cookbooks and more.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Cavendish Update 11/1/08
This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Historical Society www.cavendishhistory.org
The Cavendish Update is now available on-line at http://cavendishvt.blogspot.com/
The 11/1/08 Cavendish Update Contains
1. November Calendar
2. Paula Parker Work Displayed at the Cavendish Library
3. Classified-Rental
1. November Cavendish Calendar
November 2 (Sunday): Cavendish Volunteer Fire Department Drill 2pm, and Business Meeting 6:30 pm at the Fire House in Cavendish
November 3 (Monday): GMUHS Booster Club meets 7 pm in the Conference Room
• Cavendish Library Board Meeting, 5 pm at the Library
November 4 (Tuesday):VOTE! Election Day. Polling is at Cavendish Elementary School in Proctorsville. After voting, stop by the Library for cookies and other treats.
• Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
November 5 (Wednesday): Planning Commission Meeting, Cavendish Town Office 6:30 pm. FMI: 226-7292
November 6 (Thursday): Paying for College Night, GMUHS 6:30 pm in the Library.
• Pre-School Story Time, Cavendish Library, 9:30 AM. Story time consists of a snack, a book and a related craft. FMI: 226-7502
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Feldenkrais workshop, 6:00 pm in Ludlow. Discounts for Cavendish/Proctorsville residents. FMI: 226-7783
November 8 (Saturday): Stepping Stones Preschool in Proctorsville Fall Open House and Nature Trail Grand Opening from 9-11am. The nature trail was build by parent volunteer, John Mitchell, with mornings of clearing, cutting and building. Come play with your children and see what nature has in store for the fall. FMI: Betsey Caldwell, Director 226-7760.
November 10 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm Cavendish Town Office. This is telecast on LPC-TV. FMI:226-7292
• Seminar on Domestic & Sexual Violence Sponsored by: Okemo Valley Women’s Club, 7PM, Black River Valley Senior Center, 10 High Street, Ludlow. FMI: 226-7417
November 11 (Tuesday): Cavendish School Board Meeting, 5 pm Cavendish Elementary School in Proctorsville. FMI: 226-7758
• Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
• Community Playground Committee will be meeting at 6:00 at the school. FMI: 226-7758
November 12 (Wednesday): The Cavendish Community Library Book Club will meet at 6:00 pm to discuss “The Secret Life of Bees,” by Sue Monk. The book is available at no cost at the circulation desk at the library. FMI: 226-7503
November 13 (Thursday): Pre-School Story Time, Cavendish Library, 9:30 AM. Story time consists of a snack, a book and a related craft. FMI: 226-7502
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Feldenkrais workshop, 6:00 pm in Ludlow. Discounts for Cavendish/Proctorsville residents. FMI: 226-7783
November 18 (Tuesday): GMUHS Parent’s Meeting, 5:30-6:30 GMUHS Conference Room. FMI: 875-1126 or 875-3967 or geralyn@vermontel.net
• Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
November 20 (Thursday): Community Luncheon will be held at 11:30 am at St James United Methodist Church, Main Street, Proctorsville. This month's menu includes a delicious baked ham with scalloped potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, hot rolls and home baked pumpkin or apple pies will be offered, along with coffee, hot tea or apple cider. A suggested donation of $3.00 for seniors or $4.50 for those under 60 years of age will help defray the cost of this wonderful holiday meal. All are welcome to attend and bring a friend or a stranger!
• Pre-School Story Time, Cavendish Library, 9:30 AM. Story time consists of a snack, a book and a related craft. FMI: 226-7502
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Feldenkrais workshop, 6:00 pm in Ludlow. Discounts for Cavendish/Proctorsville residents. FMI: 226-7783
November 21 (Friday): 3rd Annual Cavendish Boy Scout Pie Sale, 1-6pm in front of Shaws in Ludlow. All pies are $10. Donated pies can be dropped off any time during the week of Nov. 21 at Sheila Roby’s home in Cavendish. Pies can also be ordered a head of time. FMI: 226-782
November 22 (Saturday): 3rd Annual Cavendish Pie Sale in front of Singelton’s and Shaws from 8 am until all the pies are gone. All pies are $10. Donated pies can be dropped off any time during the week of Nov. 21 at Sheila Roby’s home in Cavendish. Pies can also be ordered a head of time. FMI: 226-782
November 25 (Tuesday): Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
November 26 (Wednesday): Schools close for Thanksgiving Holiday
November 27 (Thursday): HAPPY THANKSGIVING
November 29 (Saturday): Holiday Fair at Cavendish Town Elementary School
2. Paula Parker Work Displayed at the Cavendish Library
Originally from Pawlet, Vermont, Paula has been a resident of Proctorsville and Cavendish since 1964. Coming to the decision that she would like to paint some of the beauty that she can see, she signed up for a series of six art classes offered at Green Mountain Union High School in 2005 at the age of 64. These classes, taught by Robert Sydorowich of Andover were so enjoyable that Paula decided that she wanted to continue painting. She continued to take classes since then from such artists as Patricia Darling Dean, Robert O’Brien and Steve Rogers. Previously, Paula’s work has been shown at the “open wall” display at the VAULT in Springfield and the Chester Art Guild.
Paula’s work, which includes six water colors, will be on display at the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in the Redfield Proctor Room from October 13- November 11 and may be viewed during operating hours. Prints and cards containing prints are on sale at the circulation desk.
3. Classified-Rental
Proctorsville - Small, 2nd floor two bedroom furnished apartment with fold out couch in living room. Washer and dryer. One off street parking place. Walking distance to bakery/café with WiFi, post office, grocery store, and shuttle bus. $800 utilities included. 1st month, security and references required. Contact: 226-7439 or
The Cavendish Update is now available on-line at http://cavendishvt.blogspot.com/
The 11/1/08 Cavendish Update Contains
1. November Calendar
2. Paula Parker Work Displayed at the Cavendish Library
3. Classified-Rental
1. November Cavendish Calendar
November 2 (Sunday): Cavendish Volunteer Fire Department Drill 2pm, and Business Meeting 6:30 pm at the Fire House in Cavendish
November 3 (Monday): GMUHS Booster Club meets 7 pm in the Conference Room
• Cavendish Library Board Meeting, 5 pm at the Library
November 4 (Tuesday):VOTE! Election Day. Polling is at Cavendish Elementary School in Proctorsville. After voting, stop by the Library for cookies and other treats.
• Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
November 5 (Wednesday): Planning Commission Meeting, Cavendish Town Office 6:30 pm. FMI: 226-7292
November 6 (Thursday): Paying for College Night, GMUHS 6:30 pm in the Library.
• Pre-School Story Time, Cavendish Library, 9:30 AM. Story time consists of a snack, a book and a related craft. FMI: 226-7502
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Feldenkrais workshop, 6:00 pm in Ludlow. Discounts for Cavendish/Proctorsville residents. FMI: 226-7783
November 8 (Saturday): Stepping Stones Preschool in Proctorsville Fall Open House and Nature Trail Grand Opening from 9-11am. The nature trail was build by parent volunteer, John Mitchell, with mornings of clearing, cutting and building. Come play with your children and see what nature has in store for the fall. FMI: Betsey Caldwell, Director 226-7760.
November 10 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm Cavendish Town Office. This is telecast on LPC-TV. FMI:226-7292
• Seminar on Domestic & Sexual Violence Sponsored by: Okemo Valley Women’s Club, 7PM, Black River Valley Senior Center, 10 High Street, Ludlow. FMI: 226-7417
November 11 (Tuesday): Cavendish School Board Meeting, 5 pm Cavendish Elementary School in Proctorsville. FMI: 226-7758
• Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
• Community Playground Committee will be meeting at 6:00 at the school. FMI: 226-7758
November 12 (Wednesday): The Cavendish Community Library Book Club will meet at 6:00 pm to discuss “The Secret Life of Bees,” by Sue Monk. The book is available at no cost at the circulation desk at the library. FMI: 226-7503
November 13 (Thursday): Pre-School Story Time, Cavendish Library, 9:30 AM. Story time consists of a snack, a book and a related craft. FMI: 226-7502
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Feldenkrais workshop, 6:00 pm in Ludlow. Discounts for Cavendish/Proctorsville residents. FMI: 226-7783
November 18 (Tuesday): GMUHS Parent’s Meeting, 5:30-6:30 GMUHS Conference Room. FMI: 875-1126 or 875-3967 or geralyn@vermontel.net
• Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
November 20 (Thursday): Community Luncheon will be held at 11:30 am at St James United Methodist Church, Main Street, Proctorsville. This month's menu includes a delicious baked ham with scalloped potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, hot rolls and home baked pumpkin or apple pies will be offered, along with coffee, hot tea or apple cider. A suggested donation of $3.00 for seniors or $4.50 for those under 60 years of age will help defray the cost of this wonderful holiday meal. All are welcome to attend and bring a friend or a stranger!
• Pre-School Story Time, Cavendish Library, 9:30 AM. Story time consists of a snack, a book and a related craft. FMI: 226-7502
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Feldenkrais workshop, 6:00 pm in Ludlow. Discounts for Cavendish/Proctorsville residents. FMI: 226-7783
November 21 (Friday): 3rd Annual Cavendish Boy Scout Pie Sale, 1-6pm in front of Shaws in Ludlow. All pies are $10. Donated pies can be dropped off any time during the week of Nov. 21 at Sheila Roby’s home in Cavendish. Pies can also be ordered a head of time. FMI: 226-782
November 22 (Saturday): 3rd Annual Cavendish Pie Sale in front of Singelton’s and Shaws from 8 am until all the pies are gone. All pies are $10. Donated pies can be dropped off any time during the week of Nov. 21 at Sheila Roby’s home in Cavendish. Pies can also be ordered a head of time. FMI: 226-782
November 25 (Tuesday): Cavendish Fire Department Work Detail at the Fire House 6:30 pm
November 26 (Wednesday): Schools close for Thanksgiving Holiday
November 27 (Thursday): HAPPY THANKSGIVING
November 29 (Saturday): Holiday Fair at Cavendish Town Elementary School
2. Paula Parker Work Displayed at the Cavendish Library
Originally from Pawlet, Vermont, Paula has been a resident of Proctorsville and Cavendish since 1964. Coming to the decision that she would like to paint some of the beauty that she can see, she signed up for a series of six art classes offered at Green Mountain Union High School in 2005 at the age of 64. These classes, taught by Robert Sydorowich of Andover were so enjoyable that Paula decided that she wanted to continue painting. She continued to take classes since then from such artists as Patricia Darling Dean, Robert O’Brien and Steve Rogers. Previously, Paula’s work has been shown at the “open wall” display at the VAULT in Springfield and the Chester Art Guild.
Paula’s work, which includes six water colors, will be on display at the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in the Redfield Proctor Room from October 13- November 11 and may be viewed during operating hours. Prints and cards containing prints are on sale at the circulation desk.
3. Classified-Rental
Proctorsville - Small, 2nd floor two bedroom furnished apartment with fold out couch in living room. Washer and dryer. One off street parking place. Walking distance to bakery/café with WiFi, post office, grocery store, and shuttle bus. $800 utilities included. 1st month, security and references required. Contact: 226-7439 or
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