Cavendish Update 11/4/11 Huntley/News/Calendar

This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Historical Society blog


Information can also be posted on the Cavendish VT Facebook Page.

The 11/4/11 Cavendish Update Contains the Following:
1. Ribbon Cutting Cancelled
2. Spencer Huntley 1993-2011
3. Cavendish Related News
4. Cavendish Historical Society News
5. November 2011 Cavendish Calendar

1. Ribbon Cutting Cancelled
The ribbon cutting for the opening of route 131, that was slated for Nov. 5 (Saturday) has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date.

2. Spencer Huntley 1993-2011
On Monday, Cavendish resident Spencer Huntley was killed in a car accident on route 103 near Depot Street. Spencer, who was 18 and a recent graduate of GMUHS, was on his way to class in Springfield when he collided with a milk truck.

Many have been writing comments on Remember Spencer Huntley Facebook page and are remembering him as an “incredible musician,” good friend, and as one person noted, “I expected to see you on TV, MTV, that is not the 6 o’clock news.” His former classmate, friend, and Proctorsville resident Kylie Mott wrote a note that seemed to reflect the sentiments of many, “There is no such thing as wasted life, because to simply live is taking advantage of what we are given. Whether we meet again is something no one can control, but know that you name will always invoke happiness.”

Spencer’s memorial will take place on Saturday at 1 pm at the Cavendish Baptist Church. If you would like to speak about Spencer at the service, please contact Pastor Abe Gross in advance by calling 226-7131. A reception will follow at DJ’s in Ludlow, were Spencer had worked.

His obituary is posted on-line.

3. Cavendish Related News
New Estimates Lowers VT’s Irene Recovery Costs: Vermont state officials have dramatically lowered their estimates of the costs of repairs to roads, bridges and culverts following Tropical Storm Irene. State officials as recently as mid-October had thought the costs of those repairs could reach $620 million. But now they say the emergency nature of the repairs — including reduced permitting and planning — has cut those cost estimates by half to two-thirds. Burlington Free Press

CVPS Seeks 4% Rate Increase: Central Vermont Public Service has asked the Vermont Public Service Board to authorize a 4.8 percent rate increase under the company’s alternative regulation plan. If approved, the increase would take effect on Jan. 1, 2012. Press Release

Immediate Release of over $11 M in LIHEA to VT: On the heels of the first winter storm of the season, Vermont’s congressional delegation – Sens. Patrick Leahy, Bernie Sanders and Rep. Peter Welch – have announced the immediate release over $11 million in heating assistance to eligible Vermonters. The funds will provide assistance through the Low Income Heating Assistance Program (LIHEAP). With continued uncertainty over the final FY2012 funding levels for LIHEAP, Leahy, Sanders and Welch have pushed in recent weeks for the funds to be released immediately so states have the opportunity to help those with greatest needs now. Press Release

W. Lebanon Stores Opening: GameStop and CVS are now open with, Olympia Sports opening on Nov. 9, and Kohl's on Nov. 20, according to store officials. Two major retailers, however, will not be open in time for the holidays, said a city official: JCPenney and Kmart. Valley News

Grant for Legal Services to Help Those Affected by Irene: Low-income Vermonters struggling to rebuild and recover in the wake of Tropical Storm Irene will receive support for civil legal assistance through a grant from the Legal Services Corporation (LSC). Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) was informed Tuesday that Legal Services Law Line of Vermont has been awarded more than $65,000 under the grant program. Press Release

Medicare Enrollment Deadline Moved Up: Instead of an annual open enrollment period that runs to the end of the year, those on Medicare have until Dec. 7 to make changes to their medical or prescription coverage. Those satisfied with their coverage don't need to re-enroll. Burlington Free Press

4. Cavendish Historical Society News: The Fall 2011 Scribbler II, CHS’s newsletter, is available on-line

CHS newest program is “Hands on History.” Since we learn best by doing, CHS is now offering the Cavendish Town Elementary School (CTES) and local community groups a variety of workshops and activities. For more information on the program, go to the CHS Blog or e-mail margoc@tds.net

5. November 2011 Cavendish Calendar
November 4 (Friday): Scholastic Bookfair at the Cavendish library. FMI: 226-7503

November 7 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 5 pm at the Cavendish Town Office.

November 8 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10:15-11:45. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870 or Charlotte Snyder (802) 226-7343

November 9 (Wednesday): Library program for grades K-1 Booksploration Peanut Butter and Homework Sandwiches. FMI: 226-7503
• Okemo Valley Chamber Mixer: 5:30 pm-7:30 pm at the Jackson Gore inn at Okemo Mountain. FMI and to RSVP: 802-228-5830.

November 10 (Thursday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10:15-11:45. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870 or Charlotte Snyder (802) 226-7343
• 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
• Library program Club 23 Straw Hat Turkeys. FMI: 226-7503

November 11 (Friday): No School for Cavendish Elementary

November 14 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office. Agenda posted to this blog as soon as it is received. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line and Comcast Cable TV. Check the website for more information.

November 15 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10:15-11:45. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870 or Charlotte Snyder (802) 226-7343

November 16 (Wednesday): Library Program-Booksploration Grades K-1 One is a Feast for a Mouse. FMI: 226-7503

November 17 (Thursday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10:15-11:45. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870 or Charlotte Snyder (802) 226-7343
• Monthly Community Luncheon at St. James United Methodist Church in Proctorsville at 11:30 am. We'll celebrate Thanksgiving a week early - serving roast turkey breast with dressing and gravy, mashed potatoes and peas, a tossed salad, hot rolls, and home-baked pumpkin pies for dessert. Coffee, hot tea or a fruit drink will round out the meal. A suggested donation of $4.00 for seniors or $5.50 for those under 60 years of age helps us defray the cost of the meal.
• 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
• Half Day of School at Cavendish Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 18 (Friday): Half Day of School at Cavendish Elementary
• Okemo Mountain Ski Swap at Okemo Mountain Base Lodge. FMI: 228-1583

November 19 (Saturday): Okemo Mountain Ski Swap at Okemo Mountain Base Lodge. FMI: 228-1583

November 20 (Sunday): Okemo Mountain Ski Swap at Okemo Mountain Base Lodge. FMI: 228-1583

November 22 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10:15-11:45. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870 or Charlotte Snyder (802) 226-7343

November 23 (Wednesday): Schools closed for Thanksgiving

November 24 (Thursday): HAPPY THANKGIVING!

November 25 (Friday): School and town office closed.
• Last day to file for a Black River Good Neighbor 2011 Christmas Basket program. Baskets will be delivered on Thursday, December 22nd.
• Black Friday-The biggest day of the year for retailers marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Shop local!

November 26 (Saturday): Holiday Fair at the Cavendish Elementary School
• Small Business Saturday a day to support the local businesses that create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country. FMI: http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/small-business-saturday.html

November 27 (Sunday): Last day to drop of coats to for the Black River Good Neighbors Coat drive at Vermont Properties and Development, 29 Locust Hill Road, Ludlow. FMI: 802-228-8877 or email vtprop.com

November 29 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10:15-11:45. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870 or Charlotte Snyder (802) 226-7343

November 30 (Wednesday): Library Program-Booksploration Grades K-1 Splat the cat: Goodnight Spat. FMI: 226-7503