CTES Special Board Minutes 9/17/13

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The following minutes will be voted for approval at the October 15 minutes of the School Board Meeting.

Present:
Board: Dr. Bont, Amanda Tyrell, Stuart Lindberg and Scott Ranney
Administration: George Thomson-Principal, Bruce Williams-Superintendent
Public: Mike Ripley, Connie Kendall, Deborah O’brien and Debbie Carleton-Recording Secretary

Call to order: Dr. Bont called the meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.

Comments from the Community: None

Approval of Minutes of August 20th and August 27th, 2013: Scott made a motion to approve the minutes of August 20th and August 27th, 2013. Stuart seconded the motion. Motion approved as presented.

Personnel Amanda submitted and read aloud her letter of resignation to the CTES Board. Amanda resigned from the CTES and TRSU Boards. Scott made a motion to accept the resignation of Amanda Tyrrell with regret. Stuart seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously

Dr. Bont explained the process to fill the board vacancy. Bruce made recommendation to advertise this position. Interested candidates need to send a letter of interest addressed to board chair and mailed to the SU office. George will advertise in the paper of choice the Vermont Journal and the Message. George will also put an ad in the Cavendish Corner school news letter. Amanda suggested including the VSBA mission statement in the advertisement. The deadline is one week prior to the next regular board meeting. Letters will be included in board packet. Candidates will be invited to next meeting where the board will interview them. The board will go into Executive Session to select a candidate.

Finance: George asked if there were any questions on the budget summary included in the packet. He said page two is inaccurate and will be corrected in the next budget summary. Dr Bont asked if there needed to be discussion on where the surplus goes if there is one. George said not until the final audit is complete.

Comprehensive Policy Handbook: Bruce reviewed the history and explained that VSBA John Nelson met with the policy committee throughout the SU transition. School Principal’s have vetted the policies as well. There are three vetted policy categories: required, recommended and to be considered. VSBA recommends get rid of old policies that reflect state law if the law changes then the policy has to be amended. These policies would become procedures. The Policy Committee recommended these policies be adopted and all existing policies be rescinded policies at a later time.

Bruce explained schools can further adopt policies as needed. This can be done in November. George pointed out to the board the policy index list has been reduced from 5 1⁄2 to 1 1⁄2 pages. George has a few policies they may want to add.

Bruce said the TRSU board recommends by formal action, that the local boards adopt this policy manual.

Bruce explained the policies in the packet are for a First Read and any questions and/or concerns can be voiced up until the October board meeting when the policies will be ready for adoption. Bruce said we have a question into the state regarding when to warn to rescind policies. The procedure will be to rescind the old policies. Bruce explained schools can further adopt policies as needed.
Two Rivers Supervisory Union Update

Bruce reported that Friday, September 27th is an In-service Day. Michael Eppolito has coordinated an SU wide Professional Development sessions led by local teachers teaching teachers.

Bruce introduced a new meeting configuration for the board to consider. At the SU Executive Committee meeting there was discussion about consolidating meetings in some way. Changing the number of board meetings would extend the availability of Linda, Bruce and Chris Adams. Currently the “carousel” meetings for Ludlow work as follows: Three schools have one meeting per month on the same day in one location. Locations rotate each month. They meet separately to discuss business that pertains directly to their school. At a designated time these three boards would then meet together with the superintendent, associate superintendent, and business manager to discuss common issues. Linda and Bruce proposed that GMUHS, CAES, and CTES meet on the same night and BRHS, LES, and MHES meet on another night. Discussion ensued about the proposal.

Stuart voiced his concern regarding the community traveling outside of their town to attend board meetings. Bruce confirmed others had voiced the same concern but now like the meetings held this way. Stuart then asked public if they thought it would be a challenge to drive to another town to attend board meetings. The public said it didn’t matter.

Principal’s Report George said lots of parents attended school opening. He reported that enrollment is down by 4 students. A bus driver resigned, his last day is September 30th. George said he has advertised in the newspaper and has posted on the sign out from but has had no applicants. George has send

School Reach inquires and still there have been no interests. Scott said may need to increase pay.

George said pay is in master contract, they are looking for health care benefits. Bruce said the contract may need to be renegotiated. Stuart said there is a shortage of all drivers in the State of Vermont. George said it is not mandatory to supply transportation. Stuart asked if transportation has to be provided for Special Education students. Bruce said he is checking into this and other avenues. He said it is important to get the word out. Discussion ensued.

George informed board that he has received a letter from HB Cummings that the building is asbestos free, no asbestos was used in the building materials. We still have to follow the Asbestos Management Plan by law to be compliant. Tim Considine is the designated person for CTES.

George reported that the fruits & vegetable grant has been granted and snacks are received every day except Tuesdays.

George said the After School Program is going well, there are 15 participating students. There is a homework club portion of the program with no additional cost. He is interviewing now for a second person to work with these students. There was an inspection yesterday in order to be a subsidized site.
Thursday is safety day. There will be emergency bus evacuation. The fire department is doing an extraction demonstration. All grades and Stepping Stones will tour fire station and viewing and explanation of the ambulance station.

George is working on getting the chips for the playground.

George said there is no heat in the building at this time as the boilers are not working. Service technicians are working on one motor that’s not working it will be replaced tomorrow.

Superintendent Report Proposal made earlier in the meeting

Other Business Scott asked if the pay orders could be moved the library instead of George’s office. George said custodian can get into his office.

Stuart asked about a roof follow up. George said it is on the backseat right now. Rolf does want to update the board. Stuart said he wants to make sure the vent gets installed.

Executive Session None

Adjournment Scott made a motion to adjourn at 6:34 p.m. Stuart seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Carleton Recording Secretary 

High Wind Warning for 10/7/13

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The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for all of Vermont until 8 p.m. Monday night. Areas of the state could see gusts as high as 50 miles per hour. Some bordering counties in New York State are also under a Tornado Watch. 

The Vermont Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security is encouraging Vermonters to prepare for any possible adverse effects from high winds. Individuals are encouraged to stay tuned to local media further weather alerts and to be careful in adverse conditions:

* If you have time, remove anything from your lawn that could cause injury or damage if blown around by high winds.
* Drive cautiously with both hands on the steering wheel in case a wind gust hits your car.
* If you lose power and run a generator, make sure it is always run outside and that exhaust is NOT entering the home. Every home should have a carbon monoxide detector.
* If a tree or tree limb is blown down do not touch it unless you are 100% CERTAIN it is not in contact with power lines. Downed power lines and anything in which it comes into contact can electrocute you. Treat every downed line as if it were live.
* Make sure your family emergency supply kit is stocked with fresh water, batteries, flashlights, and other basic necessities. Every home should have such a kit whether or not a storm is approaching.

Anyone who wishes to receive weather and other information directly to your e-mail, phone, smart phone or other devices can visit Vermont Alert at http://vtalert.gov and sign up for notifications about weather and other hazards.

Media inquiries can be directed to VT DEMHS Public Information Officer Mark Bosma at 800-347-0488.

If you are not familiar with it, read the Cavendish Emergency Preparedness Guide. 

10/7/13 SB Agenda

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The Cavendish Select Board will meet on Monday, Oct. 7 at 6:30 at the town office. This meeting change is due to the holiday on Oct 14 (Columbus Day), when the town office will be closed. The agenda for Monday's meeting will include:

• Shana Duval of VELCO's Office of External Affairs is scheduled to be present to inform the Select Board about the "Connecticut River Valley Project," which includes plans to rebuild the VELCO transmission line between the Coolidge Substation in Cavendish and the new Ascutney Substation. VELCO's present schedule calls for a submission to the Public Service Board for a Certificate of Public Good in December 2013. Members of the Cavendish Planning Commission are invited to participate in this discussion.

• Terry O'Brien will discuss a proposed skateboard ramp at the Greven Field Recreation area.

• Selectmen to adopt several resolutions regarding business deposit accounts. This is required due to the recent change of Town Clerk/Treasurer to Diane McNamara who replaced Jane Pixley upon her retirement.

• Review of Specifications for an RFP for the Staley property clean-up of the hazardous fire-damaged site. This is a continuation of discussion from several recent meetings.

• Progress update on the Cavendish/Soveren solar project.

• Summary of other recent town activities, including the ERP grant, highway projects, water system activities, wastewater system activities, town Clerk/Treasurer transition, et.

Cavendish Update 10/4/13 News/Crime Watch/Shutdown/Events

The Cavendish Connects website now includes much of what was included on this blog as well as a calendar of Cavendish events. The new blog, “The Dish,” includes the Cavendish Update as well as on-going information.

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

The 10/4/13 Cavendish Update Contains the Following

1. Cavendish Related News

2. Shutdown Impact on Cavendish and Vermont

3. Exploring the Two Oldest Cemeteries in Cavendish

4. Greven Park Trail-A Walk With Many Views

5. Events

 1. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

Cavendish Crimes: The following crimes were reported in Cavendish on Sept. 28 (Saturday):

 • Theft-High Street and Ranney Hill Rd (Cavendish Village Cemetery off of High Street) reported at 3:04 pm. The top of an 1800’s gravestone was stolen.

• Vandalism of Motor Vehicles-Rt 131 and Depot Street reported at 2:02 pm.

On October 3, Thursday, “666” and a partial pentagram were found carved on the front door of the Cavendish Village Cemetery Vault.

Happy Retirement Jane Pixley: Cavendish Town Clerk, Jane Pixley enjoyed a very special retirement party on Sept. 27, with many people from the town stopping by to wish her well. When asked about her retirement plans, she said she would be volunteering for the town, “I’m going to do craft shows and do some traveling.” Diane McNamera was sworn in as the interim town clerk. Vermont Journal 

3SquaresVT Program Additional Funding Ends Nov. 1: Vermonters on the 3SquaresVT program will see their food benefits drop, starting November 1. Stimulus funds, authorized through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), have boosted food stamp benefits since 2009. The change will affect “almost everyone’s benefit,” according to DCF. It offers the example of a family of four, which might see a $36 decrease each month, and an individual, who might see a decrease of $11. Press Release

2. SHUTDOWN IMPACT ON CAVENDISH AND VERMONT: The partial shutdown of the federal government is affecting Vermonters and people in Cavendish in a number of different ways. Since half of Vermont’s Agency of Human Services $2.3 billion budget is federal money, if the shut down goes beyond a few weeks the following will be impacted:
• Reach-Up welfare assistance;
• WIC (supplemental food program for pregnant woman and young children) is hundred percent funded by federal dollars and would cease after two weeks;
• LIPHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) fuel assistance has about a month before the impact will be felt; and
• Block grants for substance abuse, mental health and childcare will lose funding within a week or two.

According to Kim Sherman, Director, Stepping Stones Preschool in Proctorsville could be impacted as many of the families with children in the school utilize services listed above. While things are fine at the moment, if the shutdown lasts for more than a week or two, things could become very difficult for some families.

Black River Good Neighbor (BRGN) is concerned about the possible discontinuation of WIC, particularly baby formula, which is a very expensive item. It remains to be seen what of their programs will be impacted, but as they have done in the past, “we will continue to meet the need as best as we can,” said Audrey Bridge, Executive Director

Other Vermont programs and activities impacted by the shutdown include: 450 VT National Guard Workers, about half of their operating staff,  have been furloughed and Vermont’s only National Park-Marsh Billings Rockefeller National Park in Woodstock- has been closed. The shutdown is also closing Vermont federal lands to hunters, fishermen and other users this foliage season. Currently closed are Nulhegan Basin Division; Putney Mountain Unit of the Silvio Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge; and Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge. To check for other locations, go to http://www.vtfishandwildlife.com

National programs affected by the shutdown will impact some people at the local level. These include:

• College students that are on federal work-study programs will go unpaid.

• The State Department says it will keep most passport agencies and consular operations open so long as it has the funds to do so, although some activities might be interrupted.

• The Social Security Administration will retain enough staff to make sure checks are sent. But the agency won't have enough employees to do things like help recipients replace their benefit cards or schedule new hearings for disability cases.

• Medicare recipients will find the applying process significantly slowed down.

• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will stop its seasonal flu program and have a “significantly reduced capacity to respond to outbreak investigations.”

• For Veterans- VA hospitals will remain open. But many services will be disrupted. The Veterans Benefits Administration will be unable to process education and rehabilitation benefits. The Board of Veterans' Appeals will be unable to hold hearings. If the shutdown lasts for more than two or three weeks, the Department of Veterans Affairs has said that it may not have enough money to pay disability claims and pension payments.

Note that active service military will continue to be paid no matter how long the shutdown lasts while “essential” civilian employees will see their paychecks delayed, but will receive retroactive pay.

In response to the question “how has the government shutdown impacted you,” posted on the Cavendish VT Facebook page, one person posted - The leaves will continue to turn. The peepers will continue to visit. Our towns will continue to run. Our communities will continue to support one another.

People are noticing the “trickle down” effect, as Vermont folklorist and writer, Joe Citro noted on his Facebook page, “Tomorrow I was scheduled to speak to the staff of the Green Mountain National Forest. The meeting has been cancelled due to the "Shutdown". So that is how the shut down shuts me down. No speaking fee, no book sales. It will also shut down income for the B&B I was planning to stay at and it will shut down dinner income for the restaurants at which I would have eaten (not to mention gas consumption). ..

3. EXPLORING THE TWO OLDEST CEMETERIES IN CAVENDISH

Do you know who the Chubb of Chubb Hill was? Do you know he’s buried in the Old Revolutionary Cemetery? Why is the Coffeen Cemetery so close to the road? To learn the answers to these questions and explore the two oldest cemeteries in Cavendish-the Old Revolutionary and Coffeen cemeteries, meet at the Cavendish Historical Society Museum on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 pm.

Note that Oct. 13 is the last day the Museum will be open for the season. FMI: 802-226-7807 or margoc@tds.net

4. GREVEN PARK TRAIL-A WALK WITH MANY VIEWS

Thanks to the volunteers of the Cavendish Recreation Department, there is a lovely 1/2-mile walking trail being maintained that loops around the athletic fields at Greven Field. It's one of the few places where you can walk by the Black River, as well as through a forest and a field. Reverse directions and you have a different view each way. The trail is open in all seasons-no worries about being shot during hunting season, and wear snowshoes or cross country skies in the winter.

Greven Field is located off of route 103 in Proctorsville. Heading West, the entrance to the park is on the right hand side just after Greven Rd. If you come to the intersection of 131 and 103, you've gone to far.

For photographs of recent walks, go to http://cavendishvt.blogspot.com/2013/09/greven-park-trail-hike-with-many-views.html

5. EVENTS

It’s a busy weekend in Cavendish and surrounding towns. On Saturday

• Blessing of the Animals on the Proctorsville Green will take place on the Proctorsville Green at 1 pm. Dress accordingly as this event takes place rain or shine.

• Fall Foliage Supper at the Cavendish Baptist Church featuring pork roast dinner, 5:30-7 Pm. Adults are $10, children 6 to 12 $5 and under 6 are free. FMI: 226-7724.

• It’s also Button Up Vermont Day http://buttonupvermont.org

On Sunday, Oct. 6, blues singer Jenni Johnson will be performing as part of Raise the Roof at Gethsemane Church in Proctorsville, at 4:30 pm. Tickets are $10.

To learn more about upcoming events in Cavendish and surrounding towns go to:

-  Events listed by month 

-  Events listed by day 

To register an event go to http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/central-vermont-event-calendar/community/add/

Greven Park Trail-A Hike With Many Views

Thanks to the volunteers of the Cavendish Recreation Department, there is a lovely 1/2 mile walking trail being maintained that loops around the athletic fields. It's one of the few places where you can walk by the Black River, as well as through a forest and a field. Reverse directions and you have a different view each way. The trail is open in all seasons-no worries about being shot during hunting season, and wear snowshoes or cross country skies in the winter.

Greven Field is located off of route 103 in Proctorsville. Heading West, the entrance to the park is on the right hand side just after Greven Rd. If you come to the intersection of 131 and 103, you've gone to far.

Below are photographs taken by people on recent walks. If you would like a photograph included, please send it to margoc@tds.net in jpeg format.

View of the Black River from the trail. Sept 2013

Taken down by the Beach area-9/28/13

Another beach area picture on 9/28/13

Greven Field  Trail Sept. 2013

Reflections in the Black River 9/28/13

Cavendish Update 9/27/13 Pixley Day/News/Flushing/Events

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

Today is Jane Pixley Day in Cavendish. After many years of service to the town, Jane is retiring. Stop by the town office this afternoon from 1-4:30 to wish her well and enjoy some light refreshments. Thank you Jane for your dedication and support - Enjoy a well deserved long, healthy and happy retirement.

The Cavendish Update for 9/27 contains the following:

1. Cavendish Related News

2. Fall Hydrant Flushing Sept 30 & Oct. 2

3. CTES School Board Director Needed

4. CTES Reading Partners/Volunteers Needed

5. Annual Blessing of the Animals on the Proctorsville Green/Welcome Fr. McKee

6. Cavendish's Verde Antique Marble

7. Events

 1. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• Cavendish Burglary: On September 22, 2013, at approximately 1057 hours, Rockingham State Police received a call regarding a burglary that took place on Twenty Mile Stream Road in the Town of Cavendish, Vermont. The call was placed by Joshua Parker, age 28, and he informed the Vermont State Police that his second residence in Cavendish was broken into.  A Mastercool Hydraulic flaring took kit, a Mig Welder, a Makita Sawzall and a Ridgid cordless drill w/ tool bag were among the items taken from the residence. The Vermont State Police are still investigating this case. If you have information, call 802-875-2112 State Police Press Release

•Cavendish Resident, Rickie Chambers, Obtains His Pilots License at 17: Inspired by his 4th grade experience at CTES-Starbase program- Ricky Chambers, now 17, just received his pilot's license. Congratulations to Ricky and his parents. Great job Jenn Harper on inspiring your students! 

• DUI #3 Leaving the Scene of an Accident: State Police Press Release- On 9.20.13, at approximately 1522 [3:22 pm] hours, I responded to a report of a vehicle crash where one vehicle had left the scene just after the crash occurred. [Location was Main Street Cavendish, and the other person involved in the accident, and not charged, was a Cavendish resident.]  While en-route, I was advised that Ludlow had located and stopped the vehicle. When I arrived on scene, the operator was still sitting in the vehicle. She was identified as Vickie Whitcomb [51 of Lisbon Falls, Maine]. Whitcomb screened and processed for DUI [Driving under the influence]. Whitcomb was also cited for leaving the scene of an accident. She was held at Southern State Correctional Facility for lack of $2,500 bail.

• VTNow Has 911 Texting: Texting is now a ubiquitous form of communication, and Vermont is the first state to establish a new system that automatically routes texts sent to "911" directly to one of nine regional 9-1-1 call centers. The system works on both major cell carriers, AT&T and Verizon Wireless. WNNE 

• Button Up Vermont Day Oct. 5: This fall Vermonters will be encouraged to “Button Up.” Saturday, October 5th is the first annual Button Up Vermont Day of Action! Vermonters have a powerful opportunity to participate in a local effort — or start their own — to encourage friends and neighbors to lower their energy bills this winter by weatherizing their homes. Press Release 

• VT Median Household Income Continues Slow Decline: Recent U.S. Census Bureau figures show Vermont’s median income continues to decline.  In fact, when inflation is factored in, Vermonter’s are earning less in real dollars than they were a decade ago. The 2012 median income in Vermont was $52,977. “For low and middle income Vermonters, they’re essentially being pushed back in two ways,” says  Paul Cillo, Executive Director of the Public Assets Institute. “One is that their incomes aren’t keeping place for inflation, and the other is that their costs for essentials are going up faster than inflation.; things like food and fuel, health care, college education.” VPR 

2. FALL HYDRANT FLUSHING SEPT. 30 & OCT. 2

The Cavendish Municipal Water System will be conducting fall hydrant flushing on Monday, September 30 and Wednesday, Oct. 2 during the hours of 8:30-4:30. Systems users are reminded that: Flushing hydrants may cause temporary discoloration and turbidity of the water. We apologize for any inconvenience to our users, however this very important system maintenance procedure must be conducted each spring and fall. The flushing program allows the pipes to be purged and the hydrants checked for proper operations.

User are advised to avoid drinking the water or washing clothes (especially whites) while discoloration is in evidence. Following hydrant flushing in your area, users should run cold water until it clears before resuming normal use. It is also advisable to flush individual water heaters after the water clears following a hydrant flush in your area. FMI: 226-7291

3. CTES SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR NEEDED 

With Amanda Tyrell leaving the CTES board, an interim school board member is needed. The term of this position will be from now until the regularly March, 2014 elections.  The Board currently meets once a month and fulfills additional responsibilities including, but not limited to, committee assignments and possible service on the Two Rivers Supervisory Union Board.

If you are interested, please submit a letter of interest to the Cavendish School Board by Monday, October 7, 2013, care of:

Bruce Williams

TRSU Superintendent of Schools

609 Rt 103 south

Ludlow, Vermont 05149

4. CTES READING PARTNERS/VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Kindergarten, First and Second graders are looking for caring people to become their reading partner. Our faithful, local group has dwindled over the years and we are looking to increase out numbers. If you can spare an hour or two in the morning to become a reader, a child would be so delighted. For more information and to volunteer, please call 802-226-7758 and talk to Connie Kendall.

5. BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS/WELCOME FATHER MCKEE

Each fall, churches open their doors to a procession of animals. Depending on where you live, it may be just domesticated pets, such as dogs and cats, but in farming communities, it is not surprising to see chickens, goats, cows and horses being brought to church.

The Blessing of Animals is a fall festival held in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, whose feast day is October 4.  A lover of animals, St. Francis wrote a Canticle of the Creatures-“All praise to you, Oh Lord, for all these brother and sister creatures.” Francis preached to the birds, communicated with wolves and used real animals when he created the very first live Christmas nativity scene.

On Saturday October 5, Gethsemane Episcopal Church will conduct their annual Blessing of the Animals on the Proctorsville Green starting at 1 pm. Because it will be on the Green, there will be plenty of space for all creatures-farm animals as well as cats and dogs. Be sure to have pets on leashes and be prepared for weather, as this event will take place rain or shine.

This blessing will be performed by the new pastor of Gethsemane Church, Father Todd McKee.

6. CAVENDISH’S VERDE ANTIQUE MARBLE

When you walk through the rotunda of the National Art Gallery of Art in Washington, D. C, did you know you were walking on Cavendish? The Verde Antique marble in the floor is from the Proctorsville Quarry. It was chosen because it was a match of the columns of the rotunda, which are made of Italian Verde. Report of the StateGeologist on the Mineral Industries of Vermont 1939-1940

In 1836, the Black River Marble and Soapstone Manufacturing company was established for extraction of the green serpentine rock -Verde Antique. The original quarry was located on the Black River, near Winery Road at a place formerly called Hart’s Bend. It was moved to its present location, off of Twenty Mile Stream Road in 1931 when Antonia Moriglioni operated the Quarry

Antonia Moriglioni was born in France, on route to the United States from Italy. He came to Rutland, VT in the early 1900’s and discovered the Verde Antique Marble. He owned and operated the quarry until the local mill owners squeezed him out of the business during World War II. With the mills, and other area businesses having military contracts, they needed the power and viewed the quarry as a “luxury item,” and not necessary for the war effort. Moriglioni never re opened the mill. Instead he went to work in a quarry in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada, where he died as a result of injuries he sustained from an explosion.

In 1989 the Ruby brothers, from Fair Haven, attempted to open the quarry but did not have the equipment to do so. In late 1990’s Vermont Quarries (owned by an Italian company) bought a 20-year lease to remove stone. The quarry was worked for 3-4 years and then work ceased. During this time,  stone was shipped for cutting to Italy, Spain and Brazil. 

This past week, members of the Moriglioni family-Lucille Moriglioni Evens, her brother James and his wife Barbara-presented the Cavendish Historical Society with pieces of the Verde Antique marble from their father's quarry. These are currently on display at the Museum. 

The Museum is open on Sunday's from 2-4 pm. until Oct. 13. On Oct 13, there will be a guidecemetery tour of the Old Revolutionary and Coffeen cemeteries. Meet at the Museum at 2 pm. FMI: margoc@tds.net or call 802-226-7807. 

7. EVENTS

Today is Jane Pixley’s retirement party at the town office from 1-4:30 pm. The Black River Good Neighbor Rummage Sale, begins today (10-4), goes through Sunday at Fletcher Farms on Route 103. The Cavendish Planning Committee meets on Wednesday.

To learn more about upcoming events in Cavendish and surrounding towns go to:

-  Events listed by month 

- Events listed by day 

To register an event go to http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/central-vermont-event-calendar/community/add/