Cavendish Update 2/10/12 News/Events/Shop Local

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The 2/1012 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Congratulations and thank you to the Proctorsville's Fire Department.
2. Last Homeowners Displaced by Irene are Home
3. Cavendish Related News
4. Shop Local for Valentine’s
5. Historical Society Annual Meeting and Screening of “Life in Windsor County”
6. Romantic Comedy Next Film in Cavendish Series
7. Cavendish Events 2/10-2/17

1. Congratulations and thank you to the Proctorsville's Fire Department.
Not only has PFD recently received a grant from FEMA for a new fire truck, but through their Annual Fire Training instruction at the Cavendish Town Elementary School, 8-year-old Harley Spaulding called 911 and saved his Dad's life. You can watch an interview of Harley at http://www.wptz.com/wnne/30362513/detail.html The fire truck, arriving this fall, will be very close to PFD’s 2006 truck, with foam, 1,250 gallons and a 5 man cab.

2. Last Homeowners Displaced by Irene are Home
Thanks to a dedicated team, working for two days, Cavendish’s last two homeowners, displaced by Irene, moved back home on Saturday February 4. Thank you to Bill Barrows, Margo Caulfield, Lucy Greenberg, Abe Gross, Doug McBride, Mary McCallum, Bruce McEnaney, Bob Naess, Alex Provance, Sarah Stowell & Magili, Pang & Etienne Ting and Kevin. A special thanks to John Saydek for two wonderful "welcome home" signs and our postal pal Pam for the brownies and stromboli.

While roadwork, property repair and home repairs will continue, this is a very important benchmark to recognize. Five months ago, the town’s infrastructure was in ruins, power was out, roads were destroyed and many were stranded or flooded from their homes. Starting with that first day, Cavendish continues to pull together to help rebuild our town, homes, businesses and lives.

Yes, there is more to be done, but one thing we can say is that Cavendish is a town that understands the concept of “moving it forward.”

3. Cavendish Related News
Tuition Increase at VT State Colleges: The board of trustees voted Thursday to hike tuition by 4 percent in each of the next two academic years. School officials say the hikes will cover existing costs while beginning to address the long-term needs. WCAX

Map Pinpoints Lyme Disease Risk Areas: Researchers have developed a map showing the highest risk areas for Lyme Disease. Areas highlighted as “emerging risk” include the New York-Vermont border. For more information and map

Obama to Visit Vermont: President Obama is scheduled for a visit to VT on Friday, March 30. The last sitting President to visit VT was Bill Clinton in 1995. Tickets for the event will not be cheap and will start at $100 and could go as high as $35,800. WCAX

Include Irene Damage on Tax Returns: As tax season approaches, Welch says he wants to make sure Vermonters know they can include Irene damages on their federal tax forms. "If there's storm damage that wasn't covered by insurance, donations, then that can be included in your tax form for filing and possibly be a deduction from your income taxes," Rep. Welch said. WCAX

Fewer than half of VT High Schoolers Proficient in Math, Science: Statewide assessment results for Fall 2011 were released this week. “What is most striking about these results is the significant drop in Math achievement once our students reach high school,” said Commissioner Armando Vilaseca. “In over 90 percent of our high schools, fewer than half the students scored proficient in Math and Science. Press Release

Draft Water Quality Management Plan for Black River: The Agency of Natural Resources is pleased to announce the release of the Draft Water Quality Management Plan for the Black and Ottauquechee Rivers (Basin 10). The draft plan and appendix are available online at: http://www.vtwaterquality.org/ or by contacting Marie Levesque Caduto at (802) 885-8958 or Marie.Caduto@state.vt.us Public comments need to be submitted by March 16. There will be two public comment meetings, 2/27 (Woodstock Town Hall, 6:30 pm) and Feb. 29 (Cavendish Town Office, 6:30 pm) . Press Release

GMP, CVPS Launch Merger Website: Green Mountain Power and Central Vermont Public Service have launched a new website, www.gmpcvpsmerger.com, packed with information on the pending merger of the companies.

Secret Shopper Scam Showing Up in VT: According to VT Attorney General’s Consumer Assistance Program, there has been a recent spike in mystery or secret shopper scams. These are a common wire transfer fraud scheme. The AG's office warns that companies offering advanced payment are highly suspicious and typically not legitimate. Anyone with questions should call the Consumer Assistance Program at 1-800-649-2424. WCAX

4. Shop Local for Valentine’s
According to the Better Business Bureau, complaints about online flower websites are up 67 percent from last year. The biggest complaint? People say what they're seeing online is not what they end up with.

If you shop locally, you will know exactly what you are getting. Crows Bakery has a variety of Valentine treats. Six Loose Ladies does offer flowers, but of the felted variety. Lots of items for the crafter, including lessons, as well a wide array of beautiful gifts made by local artists. Many would love Singleton’s bacon or some other unique food product.

Check out the Cavendish Business Directory for other great gift ideas.

5. Historical Society Annual Meeting and Screening of “Life in Windsor County”
The Cavendish Historical Society is holding its annual meeting on February 12, 5 pm at the Cavendish Town Elementary School in Proctorsville. The evening will start with a pot luck supper and will include the screening of the documentary, Life in Windsor Count.” This is the seventh county documentary produced through collaboration between Johnson State College students, Professor Bill Doyle and Vince Franke of Peregrine Productions, LLC.

For this documentary, JSC student intern Matt Daubenspeck worked with Vince to interview 17 local residents, including CHS board member Bruce McEnaney, to hear their memories of Vermont’s biggest county covering events from its earliest settlers through the sheep craze, machine tool industry and stories of life in the first half of the 20th century. When blended with over 250 historical images, their stories provide new and unique insight into Windsor County’s past.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 802-226-7807 or e-mail margoc@tds.net

6. Romantic Comedy Next Film in Cavendish Series
In the 1930s Hollywood churned out many romantic comedies. They lifted the spirits of Americans suffering through the Great Depression while offering them an opportunity to laugh at the rich. They often featured lavish high society parties and showcased willowy women in slinky dresses, men in tuxedos and scatterbrained subplots. In the 1936 comedy My Man Godfrey, socialite Irene Bullock, played by Carole Lombard, hires a homeless man as the family butler, known as Godfrey. Played by the elegant and witty William Powell, Godfrey sets out to teach the pampered Bullock family a few lessons while an unlikely romance blooms between him and the young heiress. Nominated for five Academy Awards, My Man Godfrey is considered one of the best of the thirties screwball comedies that were so popular with audiences hungry for glamour and comic relief. The film will be shown Friday February 17 at Cavendish Elementary School at 7:00. The following week, Sunset Boulevard will be shown as the final movie in the series on February 24. Films are free, donations appreciated, and homemade cookies available. For more information call 226-7187.

7. Cavendish Events 2/10-2/17
February 10 (Friday): Mardi Gras party to benefit CCCA at Crows Bakery in Proctorsville. Features the Cajun/zydeco band Yankee Chank. Dinner and dancing gets underway at 6 pm. Tickets are $35 and are limited. FMI: 226-7736
• GMUHS Library Renovation Survey Due. The survey is available on-line.
• Ludlow Winter Carnival FMI: Liz 802-228-7530
• Cavendish Black & White Film Series features The Sweet Smell of Success, 7 pm at the Cavendish Town Elementary School. The films are free, donations always welcome, and refreshments available. FMI: 226-7497.

February 11 (Saturday): Winter Farmers Market at the Ludlow Teen Center (Goodmans American Pie), Main Street Ludlow. FMI: www.ludlowfarmersmarket.com
• Ludlow Winter Carnival FMI: Liz 802-228-7530
• Ribbon Work Pins with Cynthia at the Fletcher Farm School FMI: 228-8770 or info@fletcherfarm.org
• Felting Lamb to Lamb with Sue Carey at the Fletcher Farm School FMI: 228-8770 or info@fletcherfarm.org

February 12 (Sunday): Cavendish Historical Society Annual Meeting, 5 pm at the Cavendish Town Elementary School in Proctorsville. Includes a pot luck supper and screening of “Life in Windsor County.” All are welcome. FMI: 226-7807 or margoc@tds.net
• Ribbon Work Pins with Cynthia at the Fletcher Farm School FMI: 228-8770 or info@fletcherfarm.org
• Felting Lamb to Lamb with Sue Carey at the Fletcher Farm School FMI: 228-8770 or info@fletcherfarm.org

February 13 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office. Agenda posted to blog www.cavendishvt.blogspot.com as soon as it is received. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line and Comcast Cable TV.

February 14 (Tuesday): HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY
• 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

February 16 (Thursday): Monthly luncheon in Proctorsville will be held at St James United Methodist Church, Main Street at 11:30 a.m. This month’s menu includes spaghetti and meatballs with tossed green salad and garlic bread, and ice cream for dessert. Coffee, hot tea or a cold fruit drink will also be available. A suggested donation of $4.00 for seniors or $5.50 for those under 60 years of age will help defray the costs
. 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
• 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

February 17 (Friday): Cavendish Black & White Film Series features My Man Godfrey, 7 pm at the Cavendish Town Elementary School. The films are free, donations always welcome, and refreshments available. FMI: 226-7497.
• Gypsy Reel, The Pleasants, the Salt Ash Serenaders, along with members of the Mount Holly Folk Club and special guests will be performing from 7:00 – 8:30 at the Ludlow Auditorium. In unison with the bands, there will also be a showing of the DVD, Irene’s Wake, which commemorates the historical flood as it effected our region. Admission is $10 at the door.