Information can also be posted on the Cavendish VT Facebook Page
Congratulations
to the Proctorsville Fire Department on their 180th anniversary of
service to the community.
The 3/28/13 Cavendish Update Contains:
1. Cavendish Related News
2.Spring/Planting/CSAs
in Cavendish
3.
Cavendish “PACE” Program to Debut Soon
4.
Chicago at GMUHS Stars Two Cavendish Students
5.
Ninth Annual Cavendish Community Variety Show
6.
BRGNS Needs Clothing Furniture for Rummage Sale
7.
Cavendish Events 3/39-4/7/13
1. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS
Shaw’s Under New Ownership: The
19 Shaw’s stores in the state have changed hands. Private investors led by
Cerberus Capital Management closed a $3.3 billion deal last week to purchase a
group of national grocery chains from their former parent company, Supervalu
Inc. The acquisition will result in a different kind of experience for local
shoppers, according to local management. “We’re already lowering prices quite
significantly,” said Shaw’s Montpelier Manager George Murphy. “We’re excited
about the changes that are going to be coming.” Customers can expect to see a
banner touting the change hanging from the store any day now. Rutland Herald
Mt. Ascutney Hospital Closing Nursing Home: The non-profit community hospital, has decided to close its
skilled nursing facility effective September 1, 2013. The combination of recent
Medicare cuts and a revenue growth cap set by the Green Mountain Care Board
were major factors in the decision. Closure of the Skilled Nursing Facility
will allow Mt. Ascutney Hospital to relocate its inpatient rehabilitation
program to a new space without incurring the cost of building a new facility.
It will also allow the organization to upgrade to all private, single-patient
rooms throughout the Hospital. Press Release
VT Fish & Wildlife Dept. Continues to Battle WNS in Bats: Surveys performed this winter by
researchers at the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department indicate that
populations of several species of bats in Vermont continue to shrink due to the
devastating effects of white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease affecting
cave-hibernating bats. Press Release
VT Electricity at a Glance: A publication by the Vermont Energy Partnership (VTEP), “Vermont Electricity at
a Glance,” examines Vermont’s electricity portfolio including the rates charged
by each Vermont utility, the type of generation and amount of power supplied in
megawatt-hours, the amount of renewable power, and (in most cases) the specific
power generators and/or contracts. “Vermont Electricity at a Glance” also
portrays Vermont’s statewide increase in power rates in comparison with
neighboring states. In 2012, Vermont’s electricity rates rose five percent
while rates stayed level or fell in New York or all other New England states
(except Rhode Island, also five percent).
2. SPRING/PLANTING/CSAs IN CAVENDISH
It’s
almost April, and while we’re all a bit tired of the white stuff, lots of gardening
activities are being planned. There are several projects that could use your
help. Check out the following and follow up with the contact person listed:
• Gethsemane
Church: While the
buildings have been restored, Irene destroyed the grounds, including the
memorial and community vegetable gardens. Topsoil, grass seed and volunteer
help are needed. FMI: 226-7187
• Little
Village Farm: Located in
Proctorsville, they are a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). Don’t have
time to plant or tend a garden, purchase a share and enjoy fresh produce all
summer long. However, there are only two full
shares and three half shares left for the 2013 CSA season so now is the time to
decide. Keep in mind that if you think even a half share is too much, you can
always split a half or full share with a friend or two. FMI: http://littlevillagefarm.com
• Cavendish
Town Elementary School Garden:
To learn more about the school’s garden and assist with the planting, tending,
harvesting and processing, call 226-7439
• Five
gallon buckets are needed
for container gardens. Call 226-7820
• The
Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Home and Garden Show April 6 and 7: Will be at the Ludlow
Community Center 10-4 pm. Thirty (30) vendors will be showing and selling their
wares and offering seminars, including our resident bee keeper from the Golden
Stage Inn. This is a free event. FMI:
http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/event/okemo-valley-home-garden-show/
• Plunge
into Planting: A gardening
workshop series offered by Vermont Interactive TV, will include the following
topics Choosing and Caring for Trees; Edible Landscaping; Hardy Roses for
Vermont; Container Gardening. Workshops start May 9 and will be shown at the
Springfield Interactive TV site from 6-7:30 pm. The cost is $10 per workshop.
FMI: http://www.vitlink.org/media/gardening-series-flyer-2013.pdf
3. CAVENDISH “PACE” PROGRAM TO DEBUT SOON
At
town meeting this year, the citizens of Cavendish voted to create a Property
Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) District.
PACE is a financing program designed to help qualifying homeowners
invest in specified energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements to their
homes through a special assessment tied to their property.
Cavendish
residential property owners meeting all of the eligibility requirements may
apply for financing. If approved,
the homeowner will enter into an assessment contract with the town and an
assessment lien will be placed on the property. The cost of improvements will be paid to the contractor once
the project is complete. The
property owner then repays the assessment over a 10, 15, or 20 year
period. If the property owner
sells the property before the assessment has been completely paid off, the
obligation to pay the assessment stays with the property and is repaid by the
new owner of the property, or the assessment can be paid off in full with no
penalty.
Any
residential dwelling - primary residence, vacation home, one to four unit owner
occupied structure, manufactured home or condominium - located in a PACE
district will qualify for the program.
Only homeowners who are up to date on their tax payments will qualify
and there are limits on how much they may borrow.
The next
step in the process is for Cavendish is to enter into an agreement with
Efficiency Vermont to administer the program. Efficiency Vermont will coordinate the paperwork and will
provide the source of financing from which the loans will be made. So for now, residents who think that
they may qualify and who are considering participating should start identifying
energy improvements and upgrades, and should watch the town website and the local media
for further details.
4.
“CHICAGO AT GMUHS STARS TWO CAVENDISH STUDENTS
The GMUHS
Drama Department is presenting the Musical "Chicago" on March 28, 29,
and 30. Two Cavendish students, Ian Martell and Rosie MacNamara have the
lead roles.
Tickets
are $7.00/Adults, $5.00/Students, Seniors, and $15.00 for a Family. The
suggested rating is PG-13 due to the content.
The show
was originally premiered on June 3, 1975 at the Richard Rogers Theatre in New
York City. It was nominated for ten Tony Awards in 1976, including Best
Musical and Best Original Score. It was revived in 1996 and has become
the longest running musical revival in Broadway history and won many Drama and
Tony Awards. It is still running to this day on Broadway.
Songs in
the show include: All that Jazz, Cell Block Tango, When You're Good to
Mama, We Both Reached for the Gun, Roxie, Me and My Baby, Mr. Cellophane, When
Velma Takes the Stand, Razzle Dazzle and Class to list a few.
Tickets
are available at the door for this one time spectacular show!
5. 9TH ANNUAL CAVENDISH COMMUNITY VARIETY SHOW
On
Friday, April 12, at 6:30 p.m. Cavendish Town Elementary School (CTES) will be
holding the Ninth Annual Community Variety Show. Mark your calendars to come
and join in the fun by participating with a talent or by sitting in the
audience and watching.
The
Variety Show is open to all members of the community, both young and old, who
want to have fun. Individuals who would like to participate, need to complete
the registration form by Thursday, Mar. 28, to assist with planning.
We will
have a preview by the committee on Thursday, April 4, between 3:00 and 4:30
p.m. This is necessary so that the committee can review the acts for
appropriateness and to make sure that we have everything necessary to make the
show a success. This might include appropriate music, microphones, etc.
Participants
must make sure their act is prepared, so on the evening of the preview, the
committee can time the act. Each participant(s) will have 5 minutes from
the introduction of their act to closure. Based upon the preview with the
committee, the order of performers will be set. Acts may include singing,
playing an instrument, a dramatic reading, acrobatics, etc. Use your imagination
and entertain! If you would like to participate, please pick up a registration
form at the CTES office.
6.
BRGNS NEEDS CLOTHING, FURNITURE FOR RUMMAGE SALE
Black
River Good Neighbor Services will hold its Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher
Farm, 611 Route 103 South in Ludlow on Friday and Saturday, May 17th and 18th
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday May 19th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. At this time there is a need for all
sorts of clothing, but especially summer clothing, house wares, linens and
furniture.
If
you have anything to donate, please bring it to the thrift store at 37B Main
Street in Ludlow or for larger items please call 802-228-3663 to arrange a drop
off time. Donations will be
accepted at Fletcher Farm in the week before the sale, but are welcome
now. If you are unable to drop off
a furniture donation, our volunteers can pick it up if arrangements are made in
advance.
Proceeds
from this sale benefit BRGNS’ food and financial assistance programs. “This is really a community
effort. Folks donate their
unwanted items to us, and we put our earnings right back into the community,”
said Audrey Bridge, Executive Director of BRGNS. “Although the economy has improved, demand for our services
continues. There are still people
going hungry and needing help with housing and clothing costs; so we keep
running the rummage sales,” said Bridge.
The monies raised will help cover the cost of utilities, heating fuel,
food and rent for qualified individuals and families in Ludlow, Mt. Holly,
Belmont, Proctorsville, Cavendish and Plymouth.
For
further details please contact Audrey Bridge at the Black River Good Neighbor
Services Thrift Store, 37B Main Street, 802-228-3663, or BRGNS@tds.net.
7.
CAVENDISH EVENTS 3/39-4/7/13
March
29 (Friday): Good
Friday. Town Office is closed.
• “Chicago,” staring Cavendish
students Ian Martell and Rosie MacNamara, is presented at GMUHS at 7 pm.
Tickets are $7.00/Adults, $5.00/Students, Seniors, and $15.00 for a Family.
The suggested rating is PG-13 due to the content.
March
30 (Saturday): Ludlow
Easter Egg Hunt at the Ludlow Elementary School, 10 am. The egg hunt is for
children ages 0-10 years. Over 2,500 candy filled eggs will be placed
throughout the playground. In case of bad weather, the hunt will be inside the
Ludlow Community Center. Children need to bring their own Easter basket. FMI:
228-2655
• “Chicago,” staring Cavendish students
Ian Martell and Rosie MacNamara, is presented at GMUHS at 7 pm. Tickets are
$7.00/Adults, $5.00/Students, Seniors, and $15.00 for a Family. The
suggested rating is PG-13 due to the content.
• Live music by Brooks Hubbard at
Glimmerstone, 7-10 pm
March
31 (Sunday): HAPPY EASTER
•
Easter Brunch at Castle Hill Resort 11:30-2 $29.95 for adults and $19.95 for
children. FMI: 226-7222
• Easter
Brunch at Glimmerstone from 9-3. FMI: 802-554-0045
•
Raise the Roof Concert kicks off with Jamie Ward and Sayon Camara of Guinea,
West Africa. The concert is at 4:30 pm at Gethsemane Episcopal Church. Suggested
admission is $10 donation, children free. FMI:
April
1 (Monday); April Fools!
April
2 (Tuesday): Local
nights and live music by Don Cahn at Glimmerstone from 6-9 pm. Burger and a
beer for $10.
April
3 (Wednesday): Cavendish
Planning Commission Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office in Cavendish.
April
5 (Friday): Spring Fling
dance at CTES
April
6 (Saturday): The Okemo
Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Home and Garden Show will be at the Ludlow
Community Center 10-4 pm 30 vendors will be showing and selling their wares and
offering seminars. This is a free event. FMI:
http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/event/okemo-valley-home-garden-show/
April
7 (Sunday): The Okemo
Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Home and Garden Show will be at the Ludlow
Community Center 10-4 pm 30 vendors will be showing and selling their wares and
offering seminars. This is a free event. FMI:
http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/event/okemo-valley-home-garden-show/
No comments:
Post a Comment