Information
can also be posted on the Cavendish VT Facebook Page.
The 12/6/13 Cavendish Update Contains the Following:
1. Cavendish Related
News
2. Pasta Supper to
Benefit Injured PFD Fire Fighters
3. Christmas
Tree/Wreath Sales
4. Eco Friendly Alternatives
to Wrapping Gifts
5. Branches with Red
Berries-Japanese Barberry, a Vermont Invasive Plant
6. Get Trained in
Shelter Fundamentals
7. CTES
Keepsake Ornaments
8. Events
1. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS
Did you See This Accident? Vermont
State Police responded to a two vehicle crash on Vermont Route 103 in Ludlow,
VT on Dec. 3 (Tuesday) 6:26 pm. The crash occurred near Sam's Steakhouse and
The Timber Inn Motel. The initial
investigation indicated that Keith was traveling north on Route 103 when his
vehicle crossed the centerline and struck the vehicle operated by Warner.
Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact state police. 802-875-2112
2. PASTA SUPPER TO BENEFIT INJURED PFD FIRE
FIGHTERS
In early November, two Proctorsville Fire Department (PFD)
fire fighters were badly injured in separate accidents unrelated to their fire
fighting duties. To help Nate Rose, Seth Perry and their families with the
expenses associated with their injuries and recovery, the PFD will be holding a
benefit pasta dinner on December 7, from 5-7 pm at the Cavendish Town
Elementary School.
Our community is pitching in to make this a very fun
evening. Local restaurants (Killarney’s, DJ’s, Mr. Darcy’s, The Castle,
American Pie) are donating pasta sauces and meatballs. Vermont Fresh Pasta in
Proctorsville is providing the pasta while Crows Bakery has donated the bread.
Salad greens and dressing are being provided by Black River Produce. Other
contributors include Downer’s Corner Store and all five churches will be providing
the desserts. There is even gluten free pasta and vegetarian options. A DJ will
be on hand and there will be a silent auction as well as a 50/50 raffle.
The suggested donation is $10 a person or $25 for a
family. FMI: 802-558-4293, rglidden@newsbank.com or http://cavendishvt.blogspot.com/2013/11/help-for-proctorsville-fire-fighters.html
3. CHRISTMAS TREE/WREATH SALES
Over the next two
weekends (Dec. 7-8 and Dec 14-15) the Cavendish and Proctorsville Fire
Departments will be holding their annual Christmas Tree Sales in front of their
respective firehouses. Cavendish will be open from 9-5, while Proctorsville
will be from 9-4. On Dec. 7, Santa Claus will be visiting the Proctorsville
Fire Station from 10-noon and there will also be free coffee and homemade
doughnuts.
4. ECO FRIENDLY ALTERNATIVE TO WRAPPING GIFTS
With the Zero Sort
compactor now operational and just in time for the holidays, be mindful that
many of the commercially available gift wrapping can’t be put into the zero
sort. Instead of conventional wrapping
paper consider: Out-dated maps; newspaper; paper bags; jars and cans; fabric;
boxes; old calendars; or wall paper samples. Better yet, consider donating to
one of the local non profits based in Cavendish and avoid the wrapping all
together. A list of the Cavendish community organizations is on the right hand
side bar of the Cavendish Update blog. 
5. BRANCHES WITH RED BERRIES-JAPANESE
BARBERRY, AN INVASIVE
The Japanese
Barberry plant, with its bare branches and red berries, is often used as part
of holiday decorations. In fact, many vendors are selling it at craft fairs and
farmer’s markets for just that purpose. Be aware that the Japanese Barberry is
an invasive species in Vermont that plays a role in Lyme Disease. If you have
already purchased some of these branches, only use them indoors. When you are
through with them, do one of two things-burn them (particularly the berries) or
seal them in heavy plastic before disposing. Learn more about the JapaneseBarberry Plant.
6. GET TRAINED IN SHELTER FUNDAMENTALS
Currently, and for
the foreseeable future, the Red Cross has been designated the role of providing
shelter to approximately 6,000 people in the event of an evacuation within a 10
mile radius of the VT Yankee nuclear power plant. Accomplishing this task will
involve up to 25 shelters and approximately 2,000 trained volunteers. This
number of volunteers will represent the largest standing cohort of volunteers
ever assembled and trained in Vermont and the New Hampshire Upper Valley. This
task cannot be accomplished without the active involvement of civic and
faith-based groups.
Training requires a
three and on-half commitment; is provided, without cost, by the Red Cross and
must be renewed annually.
A free Shelter
Fundamentals course is being offered on Monday, Dec. 9 from 5:30 to 9:30 pm at
the Woodstock Elementary School, 15 South St. Woodstock, VT. The course is a
basic level course that introduces the guidelines and procedures for setting
up, running and closing a shelter during a disaster. Referencing shelter
checklists, participants will work on a case study that takes them through four
of the six phases of the Sheltering Cycle: Opening, Organizing, Operating and
Closing.
If you would like to
attend or have questions, contact Elizabeth Wareing 1-802-660-9130 or Elizabeth.Wareing@redcross.org
7. CTES KEEPSAKE ORNAMENTS
The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) of the
Cavendish Town Elementary School (CTES) has decided to start a new tradition.
They are making a special imprinted, wooden ornament available to anyone in the
community who would like to have one. Each year there will be a different
ornament design. This year, the ornament that is hand painted by members of the
PTO and personalized by name, will be a snowman. You may also have any message
inscribed that you want. You may choose to order as many ornaments as you would
like for family and friends.
If you would like to see an actual sample, you may
stop by the office. To order, stop by Six Loose Ladies, Crow's Bakery,
Village Clipper or the school to complete the needed information and leave your
payment to the CTES Activity Fund. Orders are due by Dec. 13. Pick up
will be at the Cavendish Town Elementary School office on Wednesday Dec 18. Extra
forms are available in the CTES office.
This is a fundraiser with all profits going towards
the activity fund. Thank you so much for your support.
8. EVENTS
This week, the following activities will be taking place in Cavendish:
• Christmas Tree Sales: Saturday and Sunday-Cavendish
Fire Department (9-5) and Proctorsville Fire Dept (9-4) will be holding
Christmas Tree Sales. On Dec.7 from 10-noon, Santa will be visiting the
Proctorsville station and there will be free coffee and homemade doughnuts.
• Pasta Supper to Benefit Injured
Proctorsville Fire Fighters: Saturday from 5-7. FMI:
802-558-4293, rglidden@newsbank.com or http://cavendishvt.blogspot.com/2013/11/help-for-proctorsville-fire-fighters.html
• Select board Meeting: Monday, starting at 6:30 pm.
Agenda will be posted to www.cavendishvt.blogspot.com when received.
To learn more about upcoming events in Cavendish and surrounding towns go
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